Point Configuration and Binding in enteliWEB

Quick Answer

Points in enteliWEB represent BACnet objects on controllers. Browse a device's object list, add objects as points, configure names and engineering units, and optionally enable COV subscriptions for real-time value updates. Points are the foundation for graphics, trends, alarms, and schedules.

BACnet Object Types

• Analog Input (AI) — Sensor values (temperature, humidity, pressure, CO2)
• Analog Output (AO) — Control outputs (valve position, damper position, VFD speed)
• Analog Value (AV) — Setpoints, calculated values, internal parameters
• Binary Input (BI) — Status points (fan running, filter dirty, occupancy)
• Binary Output (BO) — Command outputs (fan start/stop, valve open/close)
• Binary Value (BV) — Internal flags, mode selections
• Multi-State — Enumerated values (operating mode: Off/Heat/Cool/Auto)

Browsing Object Lists

Select a device in enteliWEB and click Browse Objects. enteliWEB reads the device's BACnet object list and displays all available objects with type, instance, name, and current value.

COV vs Polling

• COV (Change of Value) — The device pushes updates when values change. Reduces network traffic, provides immediate updates. Preferred for frequently changing analog values.
• Polling — enteliWEB reads values at a fixed interval. Use for devices that do not support COV or for values that change slowly.

For comparison with industrial SCADA point configuration, see how Geo SCADA handles analog point setup and how enteliWEB logs trend data.

Point Organization

Organize points into equipment groups (AHU-1, Chiller Plant, VAV Boxes Floor 3) that match the physical building layout. Good organization simplifies graphics creation, alarm filtering, and trend log management.

Bulk Import

For large sites, use CSV import to add hundreds of points at once. Prepare a CSV with device reference, object type, instance, name, and group assignment, then import through the enteliWEB administration tools.