Overview 

This article explains how to use and configure Smart Customizable Alerts in Roasting Intelligence.
Previously, Roasting Intelligence only supported audible alarms for First Crack and Profile completion. Smart Alerts now offer much more flexibility.

The improved Smart Customizable Alerts feature in RI5 allows you to: 

• Set alerts as visual, audible, or both, fast and efficient. 
• Select the sound for your alerts. If your computer is equipped with Bluetooth, you can enhance your experience by connecting external devices.
• Create an unlimited number of alerts. 
• Easily enable or disable alerts for each specific event according to your needs. Temporarily disabling alerts rather than deleting them can help you save time and streamline your workflow.
• Choose when alerts can be triggered concerning the Target, e.g., when the temperature is increasing, decreasing, or both. 
• Review the Alerts log to identify production trends or issues. Clear the log whenever you need a fresh start
• Improve the overall consistency of your roasts. 

1. Log in to Roasting Intelligence.
2. Navigate toPreferences > Roasting > Smart features tab.
3. Scroll down to the Smart Alerts section.
   

   

4. Select the checkboxes to enable alerts. In-app notifications will not appear if the Alerts log sidebar is open.
5. In the Alert sound repetition section, you can choose how many times the alarm sounds.
6. Use the slider to set your volume preference. If your alerts are silent despite adjusting the app settings, ensure your computer’s master volume isn't muted and that your system notifications are allowed. Click Test to check if the volume level suits your preferences.
   

   

7. Click Save to submit.

Exploring the Smart Alerts sidebar 

The Smart Alerts sidebar is organized into two distinct tabs:

1. The Log tab
2. The Manage tab
   

   

The Log tab

By clicking on the Log tab, you can keep track of the Smart Alerts that have been triggered. 
Use the Clear button to keep your log organized. The Clear button remains inactive until an alert is triggered.

The Manage tab

Use the Manage tab to:

1. Add new alerts
2. Edit alerts
3. Enable/Disable alerts
4. Delete alerts
   

   

Adding new alerts

1. Click + Add at the bottom.
   

   

2. You can set the following details: 
   
   • Alert for:
     
     • Time: It is determined by the duration of the roast and profile events based on the Reference duration, and it also monitors both the current duration and real-time progress.
     • Bean temperature
     • Turning point
     • Color change
     • First crack
     • Second crack
     • End of Profile 
     • Gas comments 
   • Target 

• Alert during:
  • Pre-roasting
  • Roasting
  • Always
• Alert type:
  You have the option to select both alert types simultaneously.
  • Visual: Customize your alert by selecting the Border color. 
  • Audible: Customize your alert by selecting a specific alarm sound from the dropdown menu.

Editing alerts

1. Click on "..." to access the available options for the alert you would like to modify.
2. SelectEdit. 
3. A dialog box will appear, allowing you to adjust the details of the selected alert as needed. 
4. Click Save to confirm the changes. 
   

   

Enabling and disabling alerts

 Toggle an alert off to temporarily disable it. You can still modify its settings while it's inactive.

1. Click on "..." to access the available options for the alert you would like to modify.
2. SelectDelete. Once you select this option, the Smart Alert will be removed immediately. 
   

   

Utilizing Smart Alerts 

Click About this sidebar for a quick guide on optimizing your Smart Alerts experience
This section also provides helpful keyboard shortcuts to streamline your workflow:

By clicking the Detach sidebar button, you can move the Alerts sidebar into its window:

By clicking the Attach sidebar button; you can move the Alerts sidebar back to the extended state: 

If you have further questions, feedback, or concerns, please submit a support ticket directly from support.cropster.com.