Getting Started with Metasys MUI Graphics

Problem

New to Metasys graphics and unsure how to build space or equipment graphics in the MUI (Metasys User Interface).

Solution

1. Understand Space vs. Equipment Graphics

• Space Graphics: Represent physical locations (rooms, floors, building sections)
• Equipment Graphics: Show individual devices (AHU, VAV, pump, boiler)
• Both can be interactive (click to drill down to more detail)

2. Create a Space (Room) Graphic

• In Metasys UI, go to Graphics Manager (usually in Admin menu)
• Click New Space
• Define the space name (e.g., "Conference Room 301") and building hierarchy
• Upload or import a floorplan image (PNG, JPG, or PDF)
• Assign equipment to this space (link VAVs, thermostats to the room)

3. Create Equipment Graphics

• In Graphics Manager, click New Equipment Graphic
• Select equipment type (AHU, VAV, Pump, Fan Coil, etc.)
• Choose from templates or start blank
• Add control points (setpoint slider, mode selector, command button)
• Bind each control to actual Metasys points

4. Bind Graphics to Real Points

• In the equipment graphic editor, right-click each control widget
• Select Bind Point and choose the actual Metasys point
• Verify binding by clicking Test to see live data

5. Set Permissions

• Define which users can view, modify, or command through graphics
• Operators might only view; technicians can adjust setpoints; admins can reboot devices

6. Publish and Test

• Save graphics and make them visible in the Metasys navigation tree
• Test on actual client devices (PC, tablet)
• Verify responsiveness and data binding on slow networks