Experimental Rostoc Compatibility with Hive Roaster Data Dome
Does Rostoc support the Hive Roaster Data Dome?
Rostoc lists experimental compatibility for the Hive Roaster Data Dome over USB. This Machine can be connected for real-time roast logging, Curve recording, and roast analysis. Confirm the setup before relying on it for production logging.
Connection setup
The Hive Roaster Data Dome connects to Rostoc over USB.Connection: USB.
Setup steps
- Connect the Phidget interface and temperature modules to your computer with a data-capable USB cable.
- Connect the temperature probes to the Phidget module before opening Rostoc.
- Install the Phidget driver or control panel if your operating system requires it.
- Open Rostoc and go to Settings → Machines.
- Click + Add Machine and choose Browse Catalogue.
- Find "Hive Roaster Data Dome" in the catalog and click Add.
- Back on the main screen, click Use for the Machine if needed, then confirm the Phidget device is connected. Rostoc uses the USB device directly; there is no COM port to choose.
- Click Connect to begin logging.
Troubleshooting
- USB device not recognized
- Try another data-capable USB cable and port. Confirm the Phidget driver or control panel can see the device.
- No temperature readings
- Check that probes are plugged into the expected Phidget channels and that the sensor type matches the catalog setup.
- Another app is open
- Close other software that may be using the same Phidget device before connecting in Rostoc.
Machine controls
Data logging only
Rostoc can read this machine for roast logging, but does not currently expose machine controls for it.
Learn how availability, command results, and safety checks work in Machine controls.
Specifications
| Roaster type | Drum |
|---|---|
| Heating | Unknown |
| Setup type | Phidget USB |
| Connection | USB |
Data streams
When connected, Rostoc reads the following data from this machine:
- Bean Tempcelsius
- Env Tempcelsius