EcoStruxureTM Building Operation 2022 Release

Delivering increased access to information, improved engineering tools, competitive AS pricing for small/medium
buildings, and enhanced cybersecurity & compliance, and more

Schneider Electric announces EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022,

available for download effective immediately. This version follows v3.x, PRODUCT AT A GLANCE
and reflects a new naming convention focused on release year for clarity.
Product Announcement
As the post-pandemic return to the workplace continues, expectations for # PA-00850
creating buildings of the future continues to expound. EcoStruxure
Building Operation 2022 features provide even more access to All materials can be found in the online
information, increased performance and efficiency, and enhanced sales enablement and launch kit on
cybersecurity and compliance. This new version delivers exceptional the EcoXpert Exchange or use these
benefits to our valued customers, including: quick links to select release materials:

EcoXperts™ and other System Integrators • EcoStruxure Building Operation

Release Notes
• Deploy and commission projects faster with new tools and
engineering efficiencies • SpaceLogic IP Controller Firmware
• Expand to smaller or price-competitive sites with scalable pricing Release Notes

Facility Managers • Software Support Policy

• Ensure occupant well-being with increased flexibility Technical documentation is available on
• Access even more information with an open system that provides WebHelp.
insight to all system and sub-systems in a central place
• Enjoy peace of mind with enhanced cybersecurity
• New subscription options for upgrades ensuring constant access to the latest software versions

Building Owners

• Understand and monitor building energy use from power and other systems to meet sustainability and
compliance requirements
• Ensure tenant needs are met with enhanced services and flexible building zoning options.

This announcement is structured in the following manner to provide the information you require:
• EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022 new features and benefits:
o Access to more information
o Improved performance & efficiency
o Enhanced cybersecurity & compliance
• SpaceLogic* Zigbee Wireless Connectivity
• EcoStruxure Connected Room Solutions evolution
• SpaceLogic RP-C Controller evolutions
• Discontinuation notices
• Availability & release materials
• Product support & contacts
*formerly known as SmartX

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EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022 New Feature Highlights

INCREASED ACCESS TO INFORMATION

Semantic Tagging with Brick Schema
The system now supports modelling of the building’s
“digital twin” to provide a human understandable, and
machine readable, standardized, contextual description
of locations, equipment, points and relationships. The
result is faster problem resolution and better customer
experience through easier navigation, faster searching
and intuitive filtering. Available in English only.

The semantic modelling uses a graph database that is included with Enterprise Server and Enterprise Central with
capacity of two concurrent queries. Additional query capacity can be unlocked through licensing.

Open Integration with EcoStruxure Smart Connector

EcoStruxure Smart Connector is an open-source developer framework, including SDK, for linking third party systems to
EcoStruxure Building Operation enabling new capabilities, applications and solutions and best-in-class single pane of
glass experiences. In EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022, the
framework has been brought up to .NET Framework 4.7.2, and
with the introduction of Semantic Tagging it is now possible to
leverage Brick Ontology in queries across the Smart
Connector interface. Smart Connector is a licensed feature.

WebStation Enhancements
• Dashboards:
This update includes eight out-of-the-box interactive widgets for more efficient management of alarms:

• Alarm Count • Event Pie

• Alarm Pie • Event Sankey Chart
• Alarm Sankey Chart • Event Pareto Chart
• Alarm Pareto Chart • Event Rate Chart

When an element in alarm widgets are clicked, the system displays an

alarm list of the alarms that the element represents, so that operator can
resolve the more important issues quicker.

• Multi schedule viewer: Enables a quick overview of various time schedules in a single view. Multiple schedules
can be easily edited in a single operation.
• Zoning Presets : Switch between preconfigured zones without user input based on schedules, program logic or
hardware input. Applications include conference centers or sporting arenas where its common to switch between
established zones.
• Rezoning: Grouping and ungrouping operations can be performed using graphics only – no text editing required.
Groups can be renamed in this new version. The rezoning tool in WebStation is a licensed feature.
• Trend log management: Operators now have full flexibility to create all types of logs. Location and unit can be
specified, and all other log parameters are available for configuration.

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MQTT Subscribe
EcoStruxure Building Operation’s native MQTT support provides openness in modern, connected buildings by enabling
cloud applications to interact with the building by writing into the system as well as reading from the system. In this latest
version MQTT has been extended to now support subscriptions to published topics, allowing data such as setpoints sent
by other MQTT clients to be brought into the system. Additional MQTT authentication schemes (Azure and Google) are
now supported. MQTT is a licensed feature.

IMPROVED PERFORMANCE AND EFFICIENCY

Modernized Programming
EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022 features the first phase of an engineering modernization process to enable
system integrators to engineer and commission faster. This release introduces Builder for Function Block, a greatly
enhanced, integrated, and efficient function block program editor.

The key features include:

• WorkStation integration reduces number of external tools
• Efficient, dynamic visual programming with access to all objects
& properties to speed up program creation.
• “Live” view to allow a programmer or technician to easily
interrogate and validate your program operation
• Access to new Relinquish objects that allow a program to go to
“null” so it can be easily bound to a BACnet priority array.
• Flexibility to use classic editor

Scalable Automation Server Licensing

The Automation Server capabilities can now be scaled based on needs, allowing customers to address specific uses at
different price points. Each license and associated software bundle includes varying levels of connected product counts,
Enterprise Server connectivity, and other I/O connectivity.

For the SpaceLogic AS-P and AS-B, the following software bundles and licenses are available:

AS-P Bundles Max Hardware IO Max Enterprise AS-B Bundles Max

Modules (optional Connected Server Connected
purchase) Products Connectivity Products
Standalone 6 10 No Standard 10
Standard 30 25 Yes Full 50
Enhanced 30 100 Yes
Full 30 250 Yes

Upgrades available to move from one bundle to a greater one

Software Assurance
EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022 supports the building blocks for a new licensing model, called the Software
Assurance Subscription model. With a licensing subscription purchase, this approach ensures that sites always have
access to the most recent version of software without the need to purchase an update. Upgrades to EcoStruxure Building
Operation 2022 from earlier versions are not affected by this subscription model. The Software Assurance subscription
model will be introduced for upgrade from EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022 to the next major release and subsequent
major releases. This subscription option will be available to purchase and activate at a later date in 2022.

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Engineering Enhancements
EcoStruxure Building Operation includes a long list of new features
and improvements focused on improving efficiency when
engineering your solution. Key engineering features include:

• Faster object creation with improved menus and keyboard

navigation
• Merge extended trend logs to create full trend histories
• Folders for b3/i2 controllers to add structure to applications
• List view rules allow you to create and apply rules automatically
• Binding NETWORK 8000 objects
• Improved SVG support with more features and better results
• TGML graphic declutter allows more scalable, complex graphics

Engineering Tool Updates

Automated Engineering Tool:
The Automated Engineering Tool (AET) continues to provide engineers with features and functions to gain efficiency
when engineering solutions for EcoStruxure Building servers or transitioning existing legacy installations. An updated
version will be available on the Exchange shortly and will provide full support of all the new features and functions in
Building Operation 2022 as well as many improvements to the transition utilities.

Project Configuration Tool

A new server package for EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022 will be available on The Exchange for the Project
Configuration Tool (PCT) shortly after release. The server package can be added to your existing PCT so you can
quickly take advantage of offline engineering for your Building Operation 2022 projects.

EcoStruxure Building Commission Mobile Application (formerly eCommission SmartX Controllers app)
In its new release, the following changes are being made:
• Mobile application name is now EcoStruxure Building Commission
• Convenient and ladderless commissioning
• Support for upcoming SpaceLogic controller models RP-V Advanced, RP-C Advanced, and RP-
C Pro
• Updates to the log-in process, menu structure, and other items have been added to improve
user experience and enhance cybersecurity. An activation code is no longer required: simply
use your Schneider Electric Exchange credentials to log into the app.

The mobile application supports use with Android, iOS (Apple), and Microsoft Windows 10 devices, and
is available for download from Google Play, the Apple App Store, and the Microsoft Store.

ENHANCED CYBERSECURITY & COMPLIANCE

Secure communications utilizing industry standard protocols
• Encrypted connections that are more secure and faster than ever.
• With full support for TLS 1.3, Building Operation now provides unparalleled privacy and performance
• Support for IEEE 802.1x network authentication on SpaceLogic Edge Servers for secure network access

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Improved Policies, Permissions, and Certificates

• Improved ability to create more stringent rules for user behavior
• Prevent batch operations of alarms, forcing the user to evaluate each alarm individually
• Set policies to prevent “autofill” of credentials, increasing user access security
• Ability to add granularity to user permissions, down to the property level of an object
• Improved certificate management allows secure manual deployment to Automation
Servers, Enterprise Servers, and Enterprise Central
• Certificates now validated for connections between servers

SAML 2.0 Authentication – Single Sign-On

EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022 provides the flexibility to manage users with the addition of native compatibility
and integration of SAML 2.0. The Single Sign-On (SSO) functionality and authentication for WebStation uses ADFS,
Azure AD, or other SAML compliant solutions or identity providers. It enables compatibility with multi-factor or two-
factor authentication systems such as personal identification numbers (PINs), hardware keys, or biometric scanners.
SAML Authentication is a licensed feature.

BACnet /SC (Secure Connect)

BACnet /SC allows secure transport of BACnet information between BACnet /SC devices over private and public IP
networks without BBMDs, VLANs, and VPNs; ensures only authorized devices operate on BACnet /SC networks; and
provides backward compatibility with existing BACnet IP and MSTP networks. In this EBO 2022 release, the
Enterprise Server and Automation Servers, AS-P and AS-B support BACnet /SC node and router functions for
BACnet /SC network sizes up to 1 ES and 10 AS devices. Support for the hub function and larger network sizes is
targeted for a mid-2022 maintenance release.

Spacelogic Zigbee™ Wireless Connectivity

With EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022, the Zigbee Adapter will enable Zigbee 3.0 wireless connectivity for the
SpaceLogic RP-C controller and AS servers. The device communicates over the Zigbee wireless protocol with more
wireless devices, including_
• SpaceLogic Zigbee Expansion Modules
• PowerLogicTM PowerTag Energy Sensors
• Interoperability with third-party Zigbee devices

See the Zigbee Adapter Specification Sheet for more information on the new features and the supported wireless
devices for the SpaceLogic RP controllers and/or SpaceLogic servers.

EcoStruxure Connected Room Solutions Evolution

Connected Room Solutions now supports two new SpaceLogic Zigbee expansion modules: RP-C-EXT-ZB-DALI Zigbee-
to-DALI module and RP-C-EXT-ZB-0-10V Zigbee-to-0-10V module. Both these modules communicate with the
SpaceLogic RP-C room controller over Zigbee wireless protocol, and provides I/O expansion for lighting control. The
modules enable control and power supply of different light types equipped with DALI or 0-10V electrical ballasts and is
suitable for 220–240 VAC applications. More information: EcoStruxure Connected Room Solutions.

SpaceLogic RP-C Controller Evolution

Web Services on RP-C Controller
This feature enables clients to securely access the RP-C, making the controller an open IoT hub in the room or space
area. Web service clients can read/write data (BACnet object values) directly from/to the controller thru the RESTful
API and hence easily integrate any technology with room level connectivity to cloud.

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Discontinuation Notices
Legacy Protocols no longer supported
The following protocols, objects, and devices are no longer supported in EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022:
• I/Net
• Sigma
• MicroNet
• NETWORK 8000 ASD and LCM*

To continue to support those devices, you can leverage a multi-version system. Servers with, for instance, I/Net
devices can be left at Building Operation 3.2 while the rest of the system can be upgraded to Building Operation
2022. You will not be able to upgrade EcoStruxure Building Operation servers containing protocols, objects, or
devices not supported.

*Objects in the NETWORK 8000 interface are still available for use in applications (see Engineering Enhancements above).

Report Server
The Report Server will no longer be delivered with Building Operation 2022 and beyond. There are significant new
and enhanced capabilities in EcoStruxure Building Operation that replace most of the use cases currently supported
by Report Server. Users of EcoStruxure Building Operation now have the capability to:
• export data to Microsoft Excel
• save historical data to external log storage with TimescaleDB
• create robust dashboards that provide data insight to users
• create notification reports containing relevant data in text, excel or pdf

We will continue to evolve reporting capability natively in EcoStruxure Building Operation through semantics,
dashboards and other new features in future releases.
Existing installations of Report Server will still be supported for as long as the respective EcoStruxure Building
Operation version. In early 2022, a utility will be released that can copy data from Report Server database to
TimescaleDB, so that customers who want to access the data that is no longer available within the native Building
Operation servers. This will require that the Report Server is version 3.0 or later. After the utility is utilized, you can
leverage the Merge Extended Trend Logs feature (see Engineering enhancements above) to consolidate your
histories when using TimescaleDB.

Availability and Release Materials

All release materials are posted on the EcoXpert Extranet in the Product Offering section, including Building
Operation 2022 Release Notes, technical documentation summarizing the new features and improvements, and
service pack installation instructions. Use the submenu located on the left and the filters on each page to narrow the
results. Use Google Chrome as your browser for the best results.

Notice about Hotel applications

EcoStruxure Building Operation 2022 does not provide support for our Hotels applications at this time. Therefore,
version 3.3L should be used for EcoStruxure Connected Room Solutions for Hotels* and other Hotels solutions. An
announcement will be posted on the EcoXpert Exchange as soon as the Hotels functionality is available in the new
software in early 2022. Please contact your Schneider Electric representative for more information.
(*Limited release in the US, UK, France, Middle East, EAJ, Australia, China and India.)

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Product Support
For support inquiries contact your local Customer Care Center by visiting the Schneider Electric website and selecting
your country of origin within the “Support” section tab. Or access Customer Care directly from your mobile device by
installing the “mySchneider” mobile application onto your Apple or Android device.

Access Product Support contact information any time on the Product Support Exchange page.

For North America (NAM) Product Support

Building Management Systems: www.nampss.com
Field Devices: productsupport.NAM-HVAC@schneider-electric.com

Regional Contacts
For more information, please contact your local sales or marketing representative in your country/region. If you don’t have
a local representative, contact your corresponding regional category manager:

• Americas: Americas.EcoStruxureBuilding@se.com
• EMEA: EMEA.EcoStruxureBuilding@se.com
• Asia Pacific: AsiaPac.EcoStruxureBuilding@se.com

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