Solve System Attentions

Modified on Wed, 17 Jun at 8:43 AM

System attentions are system related messages that need immediate attention. The system can be running, but some critical components do not function or need an update.


A system attention consists of two parts: the main category and details. On the system attentions page they are noted as follows: main category[#]:details. For example: Output[1]: Other output busy.



View the table for an overview of all system attentions and possible solutions.


Output
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
Other output busyWrong configuration1. Check your behaviour component configuration.
2. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
Low currentCable problem (poor contact or no connection)1. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
2. Check the connector.
3. Check cables in the connector.
Input contactA: Cable problem (poor contact or no connection)

B: Nedap Feed Motor only: The motor does not respond to the given command

A

1. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.

2. Check the connector.

3. Check cables in the connector.


B
For Nedap Feed Motor, check if there is too much or too little grease. 
High currentShort circuit, overload or stuck.1. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
2. Check cables in connector.

Nedap Feed Motor: check if it is stuck
Motor configurationMotor is incorrectly configured, inverse versus normal.Nedap Feed Motor only:
1. Check configuration.
2. Check wiring, they might be the wrong way around.
Current offThe motor continues to draw current when it should be switched off.1. Check configuration.
2. Check wiring.
Safeguard

Safeguard has intervened. 

Possible causes: long runtime, excessive total IO current, or motor driver error.

It serves as an independent check if the main controller fails and responds more quickly to peak loads.


Nedap Feed Motor only:

1. Check if something is stuck.

2. Check the configuration of behaviour component.


Output busyOutput hasn't finished executing the previous command.Check the configuration of behaviour component.
No half turn timeNot possible to calculate the half turn time. Interruption in communication, possibly due to a reboot.1. Restart the V-pack.
2. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
3. Check the connector.
4. Check cables in connector.

For Nedap Feed Motor, check if there is too much or too little grease.
Low current safeguard

Safeguard has intervened. The current is too low while motor is running.

It could be a cable problem (poor contact or no connection).


1. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.

2. Check the connector.

3. Check cables in the connector.


Cause unknownAn unknown error occurred that is not defined in the system.Reboot the system. If problem persists, contact your dealer.
The current that was measured is too lowCable problem (poor contact or no connection)

1. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.

2. Check the connector.

3. Check cables in the connector.


The current that was measured is too highShort circuit, overload or stuck.1. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
2. Check cables in connector.

Nedap Feed Motor: check if it is stuck.
Antenna input
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
Antenna disconnected or needs an adjustment (tuning)

Cable problem (poor contact or no connection).

Tuning of the antenna is set incorrectly.

There is interference of the antenna's signal.


Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
Check the connector. Check cables in the connector.
Check the tuning of the antenna.
Antenna communication failure (check wiring)Cable problem (poor contact or no connection).Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
Check the connector. Check cables in the connector.
Animal feeder
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
We are working on a proper explanation for you.........
Device not working
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
No connectionThere is no connection or a bad connection between the VPU and one or more of the V-packs that are part of the setup of the system.1. Check all cables, connectors and connections:
- Inspect the cables for any damage.
- Check for short circuits by touching wires.

2. Go to Maintenance > Monitoring> Behavior Comonent. Check if the correct V-pack is selected.

3. When using multiple V-packs/VPUs, ensure each V-pack has its a unique logic address. Go to Settings > Devices >V-packs. Change addresses if necessary.

4. When all above does not help, contact your dealer for possible replacement of the V-pack or VPU.
Unstable connectionThere is no connection or a bad connection between the VPU and one or more of the V-packs that are part of the setup of the system.1. Check all cables, connectors and connections:
- Inspect the cables for any damage.
- Check for short circuits by touching wires.

2. Go to Maintenance > Monitoring> Behavior Comonent. Check if the correct V-pack is selected.

3. When using multiple V-packs/VPUs, ensure each V-pack has its a unique logic address. Go to Settings > Devices >V-packs. Change addresses if necessary.
4. When all above does not help, contact your dealer for possible replacement of the V-pack or VPU.
CAN bus
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
Channel 1 input voltage too high

- Power supply defective

- The incoming voltage on the VPU (Vin 1) is too high. 

- The power supply that is used (possibly not from Nedap), delivers too much power.


Reboot the system to check if the attention remains. If so, contact your dealer to replace the fuse or the entire power supply.
Channel 1 input voltage too low- Power supply too weak
- Cabling too thin (<1.5 mm2)
- Cabling too long

1. Check the wiring for Vin 1. 

2. Reboot the system to check if the attention remains.  


If the attention remains:

1. Disconnect 1 or more devices. 

2. Replace cabling with 2mm2 (15AWG) or thicker.

3. Use shorter cabling.

4. Contact your dealer to replace the fuse of or the entire power supply


Channel 1 output voltage too high

- Power supply defective

- The incoming voltage on the VPU (Vin 1) is too high. 

- The power supply that is used (possibly not from Nedap), delivers too much power.


Reboot the system to check if the attention remains. If so, contact your dealer to replace the fuse or the entire power supply.

Channel 1 output voltage too low- Power supply too weak
- Cabling too thin (<1.5 mm2)
- Cabling too long
- Too many devices connected

1. Check the wiring for Vout 1. 

2. Reboot the system to check if the attention remains.  


If the attention remains:

1. Disconnect 1 or more devices. 

2. Replace cabling with 2mm2 (15AWG) or thicker.

3. Use shorter cabling.

4. Contact your dealer to replace the fuse of or the entire power supply.


Channel 1 input current too high (peak)

Overload or short circuit.

1. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
2. Check cables in connector.
Channel 1 input current too highCabling issue or too many devices connected.

1. Check cabling, connectors and attached devices for corrosion and other defects.

2. Too many V-packs and / or devices connected.
Channel 2 input voltage too high

- Power supply defective

- The incoming voltage on the VPU (Vin 2) is too high. 

- The power supply that is used (possibly not from Nedap), delivers too much power.


Reboot the system to check if the attention remains. If so, contact your dealer to replace the fuse or the entire power supply.

Channel 2 input voltage too low- Power supply too weak
- Cabling too thin (<1.5 mm2)
- Cabling too long

1. Check the wiring for Vin 2. 

2. Reboot the system to check if the attention remains.  


If so the attention remains:

1. Disconnect 1 or more devices. 

2. Replace cabling with 2mm2 (15AWG) or thicker.

3. Use shorter cabling.

4. Contact your dealer to replace the fuse of or the entire power supply


Channel 2 output voltage too high

- Power supply defective

Te incoming voltage on the VPU (Vin 2) is too high. 

- The power supply that is used (possibly not from Nedap), delivers too much power.


Reboot the system to check if the attention remains. If so, contact your dealer to replace the fuse or the entire power supply.
Channel 2 output voltage too low- Power supply too weak
- Cabling too thin (<1.5 mm2)
- Cabling too long
- Too many devices connected

1. Check the wiring for Vout 2. 

2. Reboot the system to check if the attention remains.  


If so the attention remains:

1. Disconnect 1 or more devices. 

2. Replace cabling with 2mm2 (15AWG) or thicker.

3. Use shorter cabling.

4. Contact your dealer to replace the fuse of or the entire power supply


Channel 2 current too highOverload or short circuit.1. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
2. Check cables in connector.
Channel 2 current too high (peak)Cabling issue or too many devices connected.

1. Check cabling, connectors and attached devices for corrosion and other defects.

2. Too many V-packs and / or devices connected.
System check
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
No Vpacks detected or addressing is not correctNo V-packs are detected, communication with one or more V-packs is interrupted, or one or more V-packs have an incorrect logic address.1. When using multiple V-packs/VPUs, ensure each V-pack has a unique logic address. Go to Settings > Devices > V-packs. Change addresses if necessary.

2. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.

3. Reboot the system. In Nedap Velos, go to Maintenance > Vpacks > Select VPU > Reboot.
Vpack firmware is not up to dateVpack firmware is not up to date.1. Select the V-packs that must be updated.
- System with one VPU: First update the VPU. Then update the V-packs simultaneously.
- System with multiple VPUs: First update the main VPU and corresponding V-packs. Then update secondary VPUs with its V-packs one by one.
2. Select Actions > Update
3. Select I agree to confirm.
Beacon antenna
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
Power supply errorThe voltage feed for a beacon is too low. Several causes are possible:
- Power cable is too long.
- One or more connectors are broken.
- There are too many beacons connected to one power supply
1. Check the length of the power cable (max. 180m / 591 ft.)
2. Check the connectors of all beacons. Replace broken ones.
3. Max 12 beacons can be connected to a VP2001.  
High temperatureThe temperature of the beacon is too high due to external factors.Check if the beacon is exposed to direct sunlight. When this is the case, protext the beacon from the sunlight. 
Beacon transmitting errorThe beacon is not able to tune its antenna. This system attentions often appears with the beacon tune error. Turn the power of the beacon(s) off, and turn the power on again.
Beacon tune errorThe beacon is not able to tune its antenna.1. Reboot the system. Go to Maintenance > V-packs>Select VPU > Reboot.
2. Turn the power of the beacon(s) off, and turn the power on again.
Detection check
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
Sensor is not detecting animalsSensors are either dirty and/or incorrectly adjusted regarding the detection distance.1. Clean the sensors and check their performance
2. Adjust the distance of the sensor when it detects the floor. Use the instruction manual of the sensor's manufacturer.
Gate
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
Gate not openThe gate could not be opened.1. Clean the sensors and check their performance
2. Check the position of the sensors
3. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion. 
4. Check the walkway and gate for obstruction  (iron work is not blocked).
Gate not closedThe gate could not be closed.1. Clean the sensors and check their performance
2. Check the position of the sensors
3. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion. 
4. Check the walkway and gate for obstruction  (iron work is not blocked).
SmartFlow
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
No messages received for too longMessages from the SmartFlow are not received by the VP4102.
Possible causes: lack of power, cabling issue, network issue, BC configuration
1. Check power supply to the VP4102.
2. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion.
3. Check the connector.
4. Check cables in connector.

5. Check network, see the System attention No data exchange; Unstable internet connection.
6. Check behaviour component configuration.
System setup does not allow Auto Calibration calculationThe configuration is not according the specifications. On a parlor with more than 60 milk places, a secondary VPU is mandatory. When it is not this way, the system is not able to execute the auto calibration calculation task.Make sure that an installation with more than 60 milk places has more than one VPU. Possibly a VPU has to be added and a reconfiguration needs to take place. When this is improved, the attention will be resolved after a reboot.
VPU
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
One or more VPUs are missingThe connection between the main and secondary VPU is interrupted or broken. 1 or more VPUs are not seen for 10 mins.1. Open the IP address in your browser to see if it is connected.
2. Check the version of the VPUs.
3. Reboot the VPU.
4. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion 
5. Check the connector.
6. Check cables in connector.
7. Check network, see the System attention No data exchange; Unstable internet connection.
One or more VPUs are missing too oftenThe connection between the main and secondary VPU is or was interrupted or broken. This happened 5 times or more within 24 hours.

A common cause is an unstable network or an IP-conflict.
1. Open the IP address in your browser to see the VPU is connected.

2. Check the version of the VPUs.

3. Reboot the VPU.

4. Check wires on breaks, connection and possible corrosion 

5. Check the connector.

6. Check cables in connector.

7. Check network, see the System attention No data exchange; Unstable internet connection.


8. Login to your router and check settings or possible IP conflicts. Re-assign the IP addresses for the connected devices. You can do this yourself or ask a network specialist.

A secondary VPU has a higher version than the main VPU. Update the main VPU.A secondary VPU has a higher version than the main VPU.1. Check the connection between the VPUs
2. Reboot the secondary VPU.
3. Update the main VPU.
No data exchange
AttentionCausePossible solution(s)
Unstable internet connectionThe connection to the server is not stable enough to send and receive data reliably. This can cause messages to remain in the queue and cloud synchronization to fail.Check the network connection: 

- Ensure the installation and the PC are connected to the same network.


- Check that the PC has a working internet connection.


- Prefer a wired network connection instead of
Wi-Fi.


- Check the router, modem, switch, and network cables for errors or loose connections.


- Ensure that firewall, proxy, or security software is not blocking the connection.


- Restart the application, router, or modem if necessary.

Optional network test (Windows)


1. Select Start, type cmd, and press Enter.


2. Run ipconfig and verify that a Default Gateway is shown.


3. Run ping <gateway address> to test the local network.


4. Run ping 8.8.8.8 to test the internet connection.


5. Run nslookup google.com to verify DNS resolution.


If the connection remains unstable, contact the network administrator or internet provider.


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