What is the RTU Open controller? ...................................................................................................................... 1
To mount the RTU Open ....................................................................................................................................... 6
To wire the controller for power.......................................................................................................................... 7
Using the rooftop equipment control power transformer ................................................................... 7
Using an auxiliary control power transformer ...................................................................................... 8
To set the RTU Open's address ........................................................................................................................... 9
To set the RTU Open's communications protocol and baud rate ............................................................... 10
Wiring the RTU Open to the MS/TP network ................................................................................................. 10
Analog output ...................................................................................................................................... 14
To wire inputs and outputs ................................................................................................................. 14
Wiring sensors to inputs ................................................................................................................................... 18
Service Test ......................................................................................................................................................... 36
Configuring the RTU Open's properties .......................................................................................................... 37
Unit Configuration properties ............................................................................................................. 37
Service Configuration properties ........................................................................................................ 40
Sequence of Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 42
Supply fan ........................................................................................................................................................... 43
Power Exhaust .................................................................................................................................................... 44
Enthalpy control ................................................................................................................................................. 46
Indoor Air CO2 .................................................................................................................................................... 46
Door switch ......................................................................................................................................................... 49
Fire Shutdown .................................................................................................................................................... 49
Fan Status ........................................................................................................................................................... 50
Filter Status ........................................................................................................................................................ 50
Serial number ..................................................................................................................................................... 55
CE Compliance ................................................................................................................................................... 57
Unit Configuration .............................................................................................................................................. 59
Service Configuration ........................................................................................................................................ 66
Appendix B: Single Point Linkage and Device Address Binding ............................................................................ 73
Single Point Linkage ......................................................................................................................................... 73
Index ........................................................................................................................................................................... 75
RTU Open iii
Introduction
What is the RTU Open controller?
The RTU Open controller is available as an integrated component of a Carrier rooftop unit, or as a fieldinstalled retrofit product. Its internal application programming provides optimum rooftop performance and
energy efficiency. RTU Open enables the unit to run in 100% stand-alone control mode or it can communicate
to the Building Automation System (BAS).
On board DIP switches allow you to select the baud rate and choose one of the following protocols:
• BACnet
• Modbus
• Johnson N2
• LonWorks
Carrier’s diagnostic display tools such as BACview6 Handheld or Virtual BACview can be used with the RTU
Open controller via the
J12 Access Port. See illustration on the following page.
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2 RTU Open
J12
J13
NOTE
Specifications
RTU Open driver drv_rtuopn_std
Power 24 Vac ±10%, 50–60 Hz
20 VA power consumption (26 VA with BACview
26 Vdc (25 V min, 30 V max)
Single Class 2 source only, 100 VA or less
attached)
Access port
Rnet port
To connect a BAC
view6 Handheld, Virtual BACview
For SPT sensors and a BAC
, or Field Assistant
6
view
in any of the following combinations, wired
in a daisy-chain configuration:
• 1 SPT Plus or SPT Pro
• 1–4 SPT Standards
• 1–4 SPT Standards, and 1 SPT Plus or SPT Pro
Any of the above combinations, plus a BACview
6,
but no more than 6 devices
total
Comm Option port
For communication with the LonWorks Option Card.
Inputs 12 inputs:
Inputs 1 - 2: 4-20 mA only
Inputs 3, 5, 8, 9: Binary, 24 Vac
Inputs 6 - 7: Thermistor
Inputs 10 - 11: Thermistor
Rnet sensor
Binary outputs 8 relay outputs, contacts rated at 3 A max @ 24 Vac
Configured normally open.
Analog output 1 analog output
AO1: 2 - 10 Vdc or 4-20 mA
Output resolution 10 bit D/A
Real-time clock Battery-backed real-time clock keeps track of time in event of power failure
Battery 10-year Lithium CR2032 battery provides a minimum of 10,000 hours of
data retention during power outages
Protection Incoming power and network connections are protected by non-replaceable
internal solid-state polyswitches that reset themselves when the condition
that causes a fault returns to normal. The power, network, and output
connections are also protected against voltage transient and surge events.
Status indicators LED's indicate status of communications, running, errors, power, and digital
outputs
Environmental operating
range
-40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C), 10–95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Controllers should be mounted in a protective enclosure.
Vibration during operation: all planes/directions, 1.5G @ 20–300 Hz
Shock during operation: all planes/directions, 5G peak, 11 ms
Shock during storage: all planes/directions, 100G peak, 11 ms
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Overall dimensions A:
B:
Mounting dimensions 7 mounting holes in various positions
Panel depth 2-1/2 in. (6.4 cm)
Weight 11.2 oz (0.32 kg)
BACnet support Conforms to the Advanced Application Controller (B-AAC) Standard Device
Profile as defined in ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135-2004 (BACnet) Annex L
Listed by UL-873, FCC Part 15-Subpart B-Class A, CE EN50082-1997
6-1/2 in. (16.5 cm)
6-1/2 in. (16.5 cm)
Safety considerations
Disconnect electrical power to the RTU Open before wiring it. Failure to follow this warning could cause
electrical shock, personal injury, or damage to the controller.
4 RTU Open
Installation
To install the RTU Open:
1 Mount the controller (page 6).
2 Wire the controller for power (page 7).
○ Using the rooftop equipment control power transformer (page 7).
○ Using an auxiliary control power transformer (page 8).
3 Set the controller's address (page 9).
4 Wire inputs and outputs (page 12).
5 Wire sensors to the controller (page 18).
Field-supplied hardware
An RTU Open retrofit installation may require the following field-supplied components:
• wiring harness: Part #OPN-RTUHRN
• transformer – 24 Vac, 20 VA minimum
• wiring
Application-dependent components:
• carbon dioxide sensors
• damper/damper actuator
• differential pressure switch
• enthalpy switch
• fan status switch
• door switch
• fan section door switch
• relative humidity sensor
• remote occupancy contact
• smoke detector
• temperature sensors
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To mount the RTU Open
When you handle the RTU Open:
• Do not contaminate the printed circuit board with fingerprints, moisture, or any foreign material.
• Do not touch components or leads.
• Handle the board by its edges.
• Isolate from high voltage or electrostatic discharge.
• Ensure that you are properly grounded.
When you mount the RTU Open:
• Do not locate in an area that is exposed to moisture, vibration, dust, or foreign material.
• Follow NEC and local electrical codes.
• Do not obstruct access for unit maintenance.
• Protect from impact or contact during unit maintenance.
We highly recommend that you mount the RTU Open in the unit control panel!
6 RTU Open
Screw the RTU Open into an enclosed panel using the mounting slots on the cover plate. Leave about 2 in. (5
cm) on each side of the controller for wiring.
To wire the controller for power
CAUTIONS
○ The RTU Open is powered by a Class 2 power source. Take appropriate isolation measures when
mounting it in a control panel where non-Class 2 circuits are present.
○ Do not power pilot relays from the same transformer that powers the RTU Open.
○ In most cases, the RTU Open will be powered from the control power transformer provided with the
rooftop equipment. If you must use a separate control power transformer, additional precautions
must be taken to ensure that the auxiliary transformer is in-phase with the rooftop equipment’s
control power transformer. See Using an auxiliary control power transformer (page 8).
Using the rooftop equipment control power transformer
1 Remove power from the 24 Vac transformer.
2 Remove connector assembly from RTU Open's J1 connector.
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3 If the rooftop equipment has thermostat connection terminals, connect wiring harness J1 wire 1 to R,
and
J1 wire 3 to C. Alternately, connect the control power transformer wires to J1 connector wires 1 (24
Vac) and 3 (Gnd).
4 Apply power to the rooftop equipment.
5 Measure the voltage at the RTU Open’s J1 terminals 1 and 3 to verify that the voltage is within the
operating range of 21.6–26.4 Vac.
6 Attach harness to RTU Open connector J1.
NOTE The harness and connector are keyed and must be oriented properly for correct installation.
7 Verify that the Power LED is on and the Run LED is blinking.
Using an auxiliary control power transformer
If you use a separate control power transformer, it is essential that the auxiliary transformer and the rooftop
transformer are in-phase. You
Follow these steps:
1 Verify the available primary voltage at the rooftop equipment.
2 Remove power from the rooftop equipment and install the appropriate auxiliary transformer. Follow the
manufacturer’s installation instructions.
3 Ground one leg of the auxiliary transformer’s secondary wiring.
4 Apply power to the rooftop equipment. Measure the potential between the rooftop equipment control
power and auxiliary transformer's secondary hot (non-grounded) legs. If the voltage measured is less
than 5 volts, the transformers are in-phase; proceed to step 7. If you measure a voltage greater than 24
Vac, then the phases are reversed.
5 Correct the phase reversal by either of the following methods:
○ Remove the ground from the secondary at the auxiliary transformer and connect it to the other
secondary
○ Reverse the primary wiring at the auxiliary transformer
6 Repeat step 4 to rewire.
7 Remove connector assembly from RTU Open's J1 connector.
8 Connect the auxiliary transformer wires to J1 wires 1 (24 Vac) and 3 (Gnd).
9 Apply power to the transformer.
10 Measure the voltage at the RTU Open’s J1 - 1 and 3 to verify that the voltage is within the operating
range of 21.6–26.4 Vac.
11 Attach harness to RTU Open's connector J1. See illustration below.
NOTE The harness connectors are keyed and must be oriented properly for correct installation.
12 Verify that the Power LED is on and the Run LED is blinking.
must verify this prior to connecting the auxiliary transformer to the RTU Open.
8 RTU Open
J1
J1
Optional
* Safety chain devices, field-installed - normally closed. Apply 24 Vac to this terminal
(jumper from
** Fire shutdown device, field-installed, configurable as normally open or closed
*** Enthalpy switch, field-installed - configurable as normally open or closed
To set the RTU Open's address
The RTU Open's two rotary switches determine the RTU Open's MAC address when it is placed on an MS/TP
network. The rotary switches define the MAC address portion of the RTU Open's BACnet device instance
number, which is composed of the MS/TP network number and the MAC address. They also set the slave
address on a Modbus or N2 network when less than 100. See the RTU Open Integration Guide for additional
information on integration.
CAUTION The MAC address of the controller must be unique on its network.
- 1 to
- 9) where no safety devices are installed.
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1 Turn off the RTU Open's power. The controller reads the address each time you apply power to it.
2 Using the rotary switches, set the MSB (SW1) (10's) switch to the tens digit of the address, and set the
LSB (SW2) (1's) switch to the ones digit.
EXAMPLE To set the RTU Open’s address to 01, point the arrow on the MSB (SW1) switch to 0 and the
arrow on the
LSB (SW2) switch to 1.
3 Turn on the RTU Open's power.
NOTE The factory default setting is "00" and must be changed to successfully install your RTU Open.
To set the RTU Open's communications protocol and baud rate
RTU Open's SW3 DIP switches are used to set the controller's protocol and baud rate. The protocol and speed
selection is determined by the network on which the controller will be installed. For Carrier BACnet
implementations, select MS/TP @ 76.8 k as follows:
1 Power down the RTU Open. The controller reads the protocol and baud rate each time you apply power to
it.
2 Set SW3 DIP switches 1, 2, and 4 to On to configure the controller for BACnet MS/TP and 76.8 k baud.
3 Power up the RTU Open.
NOTE Other protocols and baud rates are available. See the RTU Open Integration Guide for additional
instructions.
Wiring the RTU Open to the MS/TP network
The RTU Open communicates using BACnet on an MS/TP network segment communications at 9600 bps,
19.2 kbps, 38.4 kbps, or 76.8 kbps.
Wire the controllers on an MS/TP network segment in a daisy-chain configuration.
10 RTU Open
Install a BT485 on the first and last controller on a network segment to add bias and prevent signal
distortions due to echoing.
See the MS/TP Networking and Wiring Installation Guide for more details.
1 Pull the screw terminal connector from the controller's power terminals labeled Gnd and 24 Vac or Hot.
2 Check the communications wiring for shorts and grounds.
3 Connect the communications wiring to the BACnet port’s screw terminals labeled Net +, Net -, and
Shield.
NOTE Use the same polarity throughout the network segment.
4 Verify that the MSTP jumper is set to MSTP.
5 Set DIP switches 1 and 2 to the appropriate baud rate. See the MSTP baud diagram on the RTU Open.
The default baud rate is 76.8 kbps.
NOTE Use the same baud rate for all controllers on the network segment.
6 Insert the power screw terminal connector into the RTU Open's power terminals.
7 Verify communication with the network by viewing a module status report.
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Channel
Number
Type Signal
Function
Part Number
Wire/Terminal
Numbers
Alternate
Terminals
33ZCT55CO2
J4
J4
J1 -
J5
J1
J1
J5
J2
J2
J2
J5
J5
J20
J20
J13
AO - 1
AO
Economizer
Economizer
Actuator-Field-supplied
J2
N/A
AO - 2
AO
N/A
Not used
N/A
J22
N/A
J1
J1
J1
J1
J1
J11
J11
Wiring inputs and outputs
RTU Open Inputs and Outputs Table
Input 1
Input 2 AI 4-20 mA CO2
Input 3 BI 24 Vac Compressor Safety **
Input 4
Input 5 BI 24 Vac Fire Shutdown **
Input 6
Input 7 AI
Input 8 BI 24 Vac Enthalpy **
Input 9
Input 10 AI
Input 11 AI
Rnet AI
BO - 1 BO N/A - Relay Fan (G) N/A
BO - 2 BO N/A - Relay Heat 2 (W2) Output N/A
BO - 3 BO N/A - Relay Heat 1 (W1) Output N/A
BO - 4 BO N/A - Relay Cool 2 (Y2) Output
BO - 5 BO N/A - Relay Cool 1 (Y1) Output
BO - 6 BO N/A - Relay Humidi-MiZer™
BO - 7 BO N/A - Relay Reversing Valve
AI 4-20 mA CO2
OAQ
Space Relative Humidity
OAQ
Space Relative Humidity
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
BI 24 Vac Safety Chain *
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
AI
BI 24 Vac Humidistat **
10K
Thermistor
10K
Thermistor
10K
Thermistor
100K
Thermistor
Supply Air Temperature
Outside Air Temperature 33ZCSENOAT
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Space Temperature 33ZCT55SPT 33ZCT56SPT
Space Temperature
Setpoint Adjust
Zone Temperature SPS / SPPL / SPP
*
safeties are utilized. See To wire inputs and outputs14 (page ) for additional information on the RTU Open wiring harness assembly
terminations.
** Default input function
*** Parallel screw terminal at
the harness (OPN-RTUHRN). See To wire inputs and outputs14 (page ) for additional information.
BO N/A - Relay Power Exhaust
- Analog Output
- Digital Output
- 24 Vac required at this wire to provide
- 1 = J2 - 6, J5 - 3 = J1 - 10, J5 - 5 = J1 - 2) may be used in place of the associated flying leads at
N/A
- 1 & 3
status. Provide a jumper from J1 - 1 to
N/A
- 9 if no
Input wiring specifications
Thermistor
1000 feet
(305 meters)
4-20 mA 3000 feet
(914 meters)
22 AWG Unshielded
22 AWG Unshielded
Inputs
Binary input
1000 feet
(305 meters)
22 AWG Unshielded
SPT (RNET) 500 feet
(152 meters)
These RTU Open inputs accept the following signal types:
1, 2
4-20 mA The input resistance on the positive (+) terminal is 250 Ohms.
The Aux Power Out terminal is capable of supplying 24 Vdc to
a 4-20 mA transducer, but the total current demanded must
not exceed 40 mA. If the voltage measured from the Aux
Power Out terminal to Gnd is less than 18 Vdc, you need to
use an external power supply.
3, 5, 8, 9 Binary (24 Vac) 24 Vac voltage, resulting in a 25 mA maximum sense current
when the contacts are closed
6, 7, 10 Thermistor 10 kOhm at 77° F
11 100k Potentiometer Typically used for 33CZT56SPT Setpoint Offset Potentiometer
22 AWG
4 conductor
Unshielded
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Installation
Battery Jumper
In (Do not remove)
Binary outputs
The RTU Open has 8 binary outputs. You can connect each output to a maximum of 24 Vac/Vdc. Each output
is a dry contact rated at 3 A, 24 V maximum, and is normally open.
To size output wiring, consider the following:
•Total loop distance from the power supply to the controller, and then to the controlled device
NOTE Include the total distance of actual wire. For 2-conductor wires, this is twice the cable length.
• Acceptable voltage drop in the wire from the controller to the controlled device
• Resistance (Ohms) of the chosen wire gauge
• Maximum current (Amps) the controlled device requires to operate
Analog output
The RTU Open has 1 analog output that supports voltage or current devices. The controlled device must share
the same ground as the controller and have input impedance of 500 Ohms maximum for the 4-20 mA mode
on AO - 1.
To wire inputs and outputs
1 Turn off the RTU Open's power.
2 Connect the input wiring to the screw terminals on the RTU Open.
3 Turn
4 Set the appropriate jumpers on the RTU Open.
on the RTU Open's power.
J3
AO - 1
W1
W2
W3
W4
W5
W6
*Formatting the controller may result in lost information and should only be done under the guidance of
Carrier Control Systems Support.
Format Jumper*
Input 11 mA Jumper
Input 11 Thermistor
Input 10 mA Jumper
Input 10 Thermistor Jumper
0 - 10 Vdc/4-20 mA
Out
Out (mA not utilized on this channel)
In (default position)
Out (mA not utilized on this channel)
In (default position)
14 RTU Open
Optional
* Safety chain devices, field-installed - normally closed. Apply 24 Vac to this terminal
(jumper from
** Fire shutdown device, field-installed, configurable as normally open or closed
*** Enthalpy switch, field-installed - configurable as normally open or closed
J1 - 1 to J1 - 9) where no safety devices are installed.
J4 Inputs
1 Turn off the RTU Open's power.
2 Connect the input and output wiring to the screw terminals on the RTU Open.
NOTE When utilizing the controller's 24 Vdc auxiliary power out, the total current demand for these two
input channels must not exceed 40 mA (100mA per channel).
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NOTE J4 Analog Inputs 1 and 2 may be set for the following device types:
○ IAQ Sensor
○ OAQ Sensor
○ Space RH Sensor
J5 Inputs
The terminals for Inputs 3, 5, and 8 are available for use in place of the flying wire leads at Molex
connectors J1 and J2 identified below:
NOTE J5 binary inputs 3, 5, and 8 are the same input channels as:
These terminals are available for use in place of the flying wire leads at Molex connectors J1 and J2.
Binary inputs are configurable and may be used for the following functions:
Input Default input function Additional functions
3
5
8
Compressor Safety
Fire Shutdown
Enthalpy Switch
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
9
J11 Outputs
HumidiStat
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
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NOTE Output relay contacts rated at 3A, 24V maximum. Install pilot relays required by application.
J20 Analog Inputs 10 and 11 are reserved for a 10k Ohm space temperature sensor with an
NOTE
optional 100k Ohm offset potentiometer used for setpoint adjustment.
Wiring sensors to inputs
You may wire various sensors to the RTU Open's inputs. See the table below for details.
NOTE This document gives instructions for wiring the sensors to the RTU Open. For specific mounting and
wiring instructions, see the Carrier Sensors Installation Guide.
All field control wiring that connects to the RTU Open must be routed through the raceway built into the corner
post. The raceway provides the UL-required clearance between high-and low-voltage wiring.
1 Pass the control wires through the hole provided in the corner post.
2 Feed the wires through the raceway to the RTU Open.
3 Connect the wires to the removable Phoenix connectors.
4 Reconnect the connectors to the board (where removed).
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Sensor
Part numbers
Notes
NOTE For rooftop unit installation, see the base unit installation instructions.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to follow this warning could cause personal injury, death, and/or equipment damage.
Disconnect all power to the unit before performing maintenance or service. Unit may automatically start if
power is not disconnected.
Field-supplied sensor hardware
The RTU Open controller is configurable with the following field-supplied sensors:
Required only for demand control
ventilation - a dedicated 24-vac
transformer is required
Outdoor air quality sensor (page
25)
Duct relative humidity sensor
33ZCTSENCO2 Optional with demand control
ventilation
33ZCSENDRH-01
(page 26)
Space relative humidity sensor
33ZCSENSRH-01
(page 26)
Humidistat (page 27) TSTATCCPLH01-B
CO2 aspirator box (page 24) C33ZCCASPCO2 Required for CO2 return duct/outside
air applications
Outdoor air enthalpy switch
33CSENTHSW
(page 28)
Return air enthalpy sensor
(page 28)
33CSENTSEN Optional with
33CSSENTHSW
Filter status switch (page 31) 33CSFS-01
Fan status switch (page 31) 33CSAS-01 or field-supplied
For specific details about sensors, see the Carrier Sensors Installation Guide.
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Installation
Sensor
Part #
Features
SPT Standard
•
SPT Plus
•
SPT Pro
• LCD display
Wiring an SPT sensor
The RTU Open is connected to a wall-mounted space temperature sensor to monitor room temperature.
An i-Vu Open Control System offers the following SPT sensors:
SPS
Local access port
•No operator control
SPPL
Slide potentiometer to adjust setpoint
• MANUAL ON button to override schedule
• LED to show occupied status
• Local access port
SPP
• MANUAL ON button to override schedule
• WARMER and COOLER buttons to adjust setpoint
• INFO button to cycle through zone and outside air temperatures,
setpoints, and local override time
•Local access port
You wire SPT sensors to the RTU Open's Rnet port. An Rnet can consist of any of the following combinations
of devices wired in a daisy-chain configuration:
• 1 SPT Plus or SPT Pro
• 1–4 SPT Standards
• 1–4 SPT Standards, and 1 SPT Plus or SPT Pro
6
•Any of the above combinations, plus up to 2 BACview
's but no more than 6 devices total
NOTES
•If you have 2 BACview
6
's, the second BACview6 must have a separate power supply with the same
ground as the controller.
•If the Rnet has multiple SPT Standard sensors, you must give each a unique address on the Rnet. See
the Carrier Sensors Installation Guide.
•If the Rnet has multiple BACviews, you must give each a unique address on the Rnet. See the BACview
Installation and User Guide.
Rnet wiring specifications
NOTE Use the specified type of wire and cable for maximum signal integrity.
1 Partially cut, then bend and pull off the outer jacket of the Rnet cable(s). Do not nick the inner insulation.
Strip about .25 inch (.6 cm) of the inner insulation from each wire.
2 Wire each terminal on the sensor to the same terminal on the controller. See diagram below.
NOTE Carrier recommends that you use the following Rnet wiring scheme:
Red
Black
White
Green
+12V
Rnet-
Rnet+
Gnd
Wiring a Supply Air Temperature sensor
Part #33ZCSENSAT
The RTU Open requires a temperature sensor installed in the supply air stream. The Supply Air Temperature
(SAT) sensor is used when the rooftop unit is equipped with electric heating.
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Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
To wire the SAT sensor to the controller
1 Connect the wiring harness (OPN-RTUHRN). For details, see To wire inputs and outputs (page 14).
2 Wire the sensor to the wiring harness. See diagram below.
3 Connect to J2 wires 1 and 2.
4 Verify your sensor readings.
Wiring a Duct Air Temperature sensor
Part #33ZCSENDAT
The RTU Open requires a temperature sensor installed in the supply air stream. The Duct Temperature (DAT)
sensor is generally used when the rooftop unit is NOT equipped with electric heating.
Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
22 RTU Open
To wire a duct sensor to the controller
1 Connect the wiring harness (Part#OPN-RTUHRN). For details, see To wire inputs and outputs (page 14).
2 Wire the sensor to the wiring harness. See diagram below.
3 Connect to J2 wires 1 and 2.
4 Verify your sensor readings.
5 Drill .25" diameter hole. Pass sensor leads through bushing and insert assembly into hole. Secure leads
to ductwork with aluminum tape.
NOTE Sensor termination requires installation of RTU Open wiring harness assembly (Part #OPN-RTUHRN).
Wiring an Outdoor Air Temperature sensor
Part #33ZCSENOAT
Outdoor Air Temperature (OAT) is required to utilize all of the RTU Open’s features. OAT may be provided by a
local sensor (shown below) or a linked sensor in another controller. See Single Point Linkage (page 73).
Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
To wire an OAT sensor to the controller
1 Connect the wiring harness (Part#OPN-RTUHRN). For details, see To wire inputs and outputs (page 14).
2 Wire the sensor to the wiring harness. See diagram below.
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3 Connect to J2 wires 3 and 4.
4 Verify your sensor readings.
Wiring a CO2 sensor
Part #33ZCSENCO2 (Display model)
Part #33ZCT55CO2 (No display)
Part #33ZCT56CO2 (No display)
A CO2 sensor monitors carbon dioxide levels. As CO2 levels increase, the RTU Open adjusts the outside air
dampers to increase ventilation and improve indoor air quality. A CO
mounted in a return air duct. Duct installation requires an Aspirator Box Accessory (Part #33ZCASPCO2).
The sensor has a range of 0–2000 ppm and a linear 4-20 mA output. The CO2 sensor’s power requirements
exceed what is available at
J4 - 1 and 4. Provide a dedicated 24Vac transformer or DC power supply
Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
To wire the CO2 sensor to the controller
sensor can be wall-mounted or
2
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
1 Wire the sensor to the controller. See appropriate diagram below.
2 Install a field-supplied dedicated 24 Vac transformer or DC power supply.
3 Wire the sensor to the controller.
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Wiring diagram for #33ZCSENCO2:
Wiring diagram for #33ZCT55/56CO2:
Wiring an Outdoor Air Quality sensor
Part #33ZCSENCO2 (Display model)
An outdoor air quality (OAQ) sensor monitors outside air carbon dioxide levels. The RTU Open uses this
information, in conjunction with a CO2 sensor, to adjust the outside air dampers to provide proper ventilation.
An OAQ sensor is typically duct-mounted in the outside air stream. Duct installation requires an Aspirator Box
Accessory (Part #33ZCASPCO2).
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The sensor has a range of 0–2000 ppm and a linear 4-20 mA output. The CO2 sensor’s power requirements
exceed what is available at
J4 - 1 and 4. Provide a dedicated 24 Vac transformer or DC power supply.
Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
To wire the OAQ sensor to the controller
1 Wire the sensor to the controller. See appropriate diagram below.
2 Install a field-supplied dedicated 24 Vac transformer or DC power supply.
3 Apply power and verify sensor readings.
Wiring diagram for #33ZCSENCO2:
NOTE Sensor may be terminated at Input 1 or 2.
Wiring a Relative Humidity sensor
Wall sensor - Part #33ZCSENSRH-01
Duct sensor - Part #OPNSENRH-01
The Relative Humidity (RH) sensor may be used for zone humidity control (dehumidification) when applied to
a Carrier rooftop unit equipped with the Humidi-MiZer™ option. On units not equipped for dehumidification,
the sensor monitors humidity, but provides no control.
NOTE You cannot use a relative humidity sensor when using both a CO2 and OAQ sensor on the controller.
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Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
To wire the RH sensor to the controller
1 Strip the outer jacket from the cable for at least 4 inches (10.2 cm). Strip .25 inch (.6 cm) of insulation
from each wire.
2 Wire the sensor to the controller. See diagram below.
3 Apply power and verify sensor readings.
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
NOTE Sensor may be terminated at Input 1 or 2.
Wiring a Humidistat
Locally Purchased
A humdistat may be used for zone humidity control (dehumidification) when applied to a Carrier rooftop unit
equipped with the Humidi-MiZer™ option. On units not equipped for dehumidification, the humidistat will
indicate a high humidity condition only.
Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
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Installation
To wire a humidistat to the controller
1 Strip the outer jacket from the cable for at least 4 inches (10.2 cm). Strip .25 inch (.6 cm) of insulation
from each wire
2 Wire the humidistat to the controller. See diagram below.
3 Apply power and verify sensor readings.
NOTE Humidistat may be return duct or space mounted.
Wiring an enthalpy switch
Outdoor Air - Part #33CSENTHSW
Return air - Part #33CSENTSEN
The 33CSENTHSW is an outdoor air enthalpy switch/receiver. This control determines the suitability of the
outdoor air as a cooling source, based on the heat content of the air. Differential enthalpy control requires
installing a 33CSENTSEN enthalpy sensor in the rooftop unit's return air duct.
Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
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To wire an enthalpy switch (outdoor air) to the controller
An enhalpy switch is typically mounted in the outdoor air inlet.
Wiring diagram for a field-installed enthalpy switch:
NOTES
• Factory-installed enthalpy switches terminate at J2 wires 6 (switch input) and 7 (24 Vac).
• Input channel must be configured for the enthalpy contact (N.O. or N.C.) that you use.
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Installation
Wiring diagram for factory-installed enthalpy switch:
NOTE Factory-installed enthalpy switches terminate at J2 wires 6 (switch input) and 7 (24 Vac).
To wire an enthalpy switch (differential) to the controller
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Wiring diagram for optional enthalpy sensor mounted in the return air for differential enthalpy:
Wiring a status switch
Filter - Part #33CSFS-01 or field-supplied
Fan status - Part #33CSAS-01 or field-supplied
Filter and/or fan status switches may be installed to provide a Dirty Filter indication or Fan Running status.
Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
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Installation
To wire a status switch to the controller
NOTES
• Binary inputs 3, 5, 8, and 9 are configurable and may be used for Fan Status, Filter Status, Remote
Occupancy, or Door Contacts, if they have not already been used for their default functions.
• Follow device manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.
Wiring a compressor safety
This is typically provided by the manufacturer with the rooftop equipment. A compressor safety status may be
monitored if available.
Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
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To wire a compressor safety input to the controller
NOTES
•An isolation relay may be required if the RTU Open is powered separately from the equipment's control
power circuit.
•Follow device manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.
Wiring an occupancy switch or door contact
Occupancy switch - field-supplied
Door contact - field-supplied
Occupancy or door contact switches may be installed to provide an alternate means of occupancy
determination or heating and cooling lockout. See Sequence of Operation (page 42) for additional details.
Wiring specifications
Cable from sensor to controller: If <100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, unshielded
If >100 ft (30.5 meters) 22 AWG, shielded
Maximum length: 500 feet (152 meters)
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Installation
To wire an occupancy switch or door contact
NOTES
• Binary Inputs 3, 5, 8, and 9 are configurable and may be used for Fan Status, Filter Status, Remote
Occupancy, or Door Contacts - provided they have not been utilized for their default functions.
•Follow device manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.
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This interface...
Provides a...
i-Vu Open
Field Assistant
Virtual BACview
BACview6 Handheld
BACview6
Start-up
To start up the RTU Open, you need one of the following user interfaces to the controller. These items let you
access the controller information, read sensor values, and test the controller.
Permanent interface software
software -
1
runs on a laptop connected to controller's Local Access port
software -
1, 2
runs on a laptop connected to controller's Local Access port
keypad/display unit -
connects to controller's Local Access port
1, 2
keypad/display unit
connected to controller's Rnet port
1
Requires a USB Link (USB-L).
2
See the BACview Installation and User Guide for instructions on connecting and using the above items.
2
Temporary interface
Temporary interface
Temporary interface
Permanent interface
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Start-up
Properties > Equipment > Configuration > Service Configuration > Service Test
HOME > CONFIG > SERVICE
TEST
Service Test
Navigation: i-Vu / Field Assistant:
BACview:
Service Test can be used to verify proper operation of compressors, heating stages, indoor fan, power
exhaust fans, economizer, and dehumidification. It is highly recommended to use
system start-up and during troubleshooting. See Appendix A: Points/Properties (page
information.
Service Test differs from normal operation as follows:
• Outdoor air temperature limits for cooling circuits, economizer, and heating are ignored.
• Normal compressor time guards and other staging delays are ignored.
• Alarm statuses (except Fire and Safety Chain) are ignored, but all alarms and alerts are still broadcast on
the network, if applicable.
Service Test can be turned on or off from BACview, Field Assistant, or i-Vu. Select Default Value of Enable to
turn on and
Disable to turn off.
NOTES
•Service Test mode is password-protected when accessed from a BACview.
>
Service Test at initial
58) for more
• Service Test allows testing of each controller output.
• Binary Service Test functions are on when the Default Value is set to Enable and off when set to Disable.
• The output of the Analog Service Test is controlled by the percentage (0-100%) entered into the Default
Value.
•It is recommended to return every Service Test variable to Disable or 0.00 after testing each function
(unless that test variable must be active to test a subsequent function, as in
Compressor 2 Test).
• All outputs return to normal operation when Service Test is set to Disable.
Service Test functions
•Use Fan Test to activate and deactivate the Supply Fan (BO - 1) output. Note that this output may enable
simultaneously with other
Service Test modes even with its Default Value set to Disable.
• Use Compressor 1 Test to activate and deactivate the Compressor 1 (BO - 5) output. The Supply Fan
output will be activated and deactivated in conjunction with this output. Leave
Compressor 1 Test on
Enable if Compressor 2 Test is required.
•Use Compressor 2 Test to activate and deactivate the Compressor 2 (BO - 4) output. Always test the
Compressor 1 output first.
Compressor 1 Test output must be set to Enable for Compressor 2 Test to
function.
• Use the Reversing Valve Test to activate and deactivate the reversing valve (BO - 7) output.
• Use the Dehumidification Test to activate and deactivate the Humidi-MiZer™ (BO - 6) output. The Supply
Fan output will be activated and deactivated in conjunction with the Dehumidification Test output.
•Use Heat 1Test to activate and deactivate the Heat 1 (BO - 3) output. The Supply Fan output is activated
and deactivated in conjunction with the
Heat 1Test output.
•Use Heat 2Test to activate and deactivate the Heat 2 (BO - 2) output. The Supply Fan output is activated
and deactivated in conjunction with the
Heat 2Test output.
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Navigation:
Properties > Equipment > Configuration > Unit Configuration
HOME > CONFIG
UNIT
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Fan Mode
Auto
Continuous
Always On
Occupancy Source
Always Occupied
BACnet Schedule
BAS On/Off
Remote Occ Input
Input 1 Function
• Use Power Exhaust Test to activate and deactivate the power exhaust (BO - 8) output.
• Use Economizer Test to set the (AO - 1) economizer output to any value from 0 to 100% of configured
output (2-10 Vdc or 4-20 mA).
• Analog Output 2 Test (AO - 2) is currently unused and does not require testing.
• Service Test mode does not timeout. Return all test variables to Disable or 0.00. Set Service Test to
Disable or cycle power to the RTU Open to return to normal operation.
Configuring the RTU Open's properties
To start up the RTU Open, you need to configure the properties described in the following sections. These
properties affect the unit operation and/or control. Review and understand the meaning and purpose of each
property before changing it.
• Unit Configuration properties37 (page )
• Setpoint Configuration properties39 (page )
• Service Configuration properties40 (page )
See Appendix A (page 58) for a complete list of the controller's points/properties.
Unit Configuration properties
i-Vu / Field Assistant:
BACview:
– The supply fan's operating mode.
Options:
- The fan cycles on/off in conjunction with heating or cooling.
- The fan runs continuously during occupancy & intermittently during
unoccupied periods with heating or cooling.
- The fan runs continuously regardless of occupancy or calls for heating and
cooling.
- The method that the controller uses to determine occupancy.
Options:
= Controller operates continuously as occupied.
= Controller follows a schedule set up in i-Vu or Field Assistant.
= Occupancy is set over the network by another device or a third party BAS.
=Occupancy is set by a remote contact.
>
D:
Continuous
R:
Auto
Continuous
Always On
D:
Always Occupied
R:
Always Occupied
BACnet Schedule
BAS On/Off
Remote Occ Input
D: – The type of sensor (4-20 mA) connected to terminals J4 – 4, 5, & 6.
No Sensor
R:
No Sensor
IAQ Sensor
OAQ Sensor
Space RH Sensor
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Start-up
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Input 2 Function
Input 3 Function
Input 3 Switch Configuration
No Function
Compressor Safety
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Input 3
Switch Configuration
Input 5 Function
Input 5 Switch Configuration
No Function
Fire Shutdown
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Input 5
Switch Configuration
Input 8 Function
Input 8 Switch Configuration
No Function
Enthalpy Switch
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Input 8
Switch Configuration
Input 9 Function
Input 9 Switch Configuration
No Function
Humidistat
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
– The usage of Input 3. You must also set
Options:
– The input is not used.
– Proves supply fan operation.
– Indicates a dirty filter.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
terminated at Input
– The usage of Input 5. You must also set
Options:
– The input is not used.
– Fire Safety device status. Inhibits operation when tripped.
– Proves supply fan operation.
– Indicates a dirty filter.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
terminated at Input
– Safety device status.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
D: – The type of sensor (4-20 mA) connected to terminals J4 – 1, 2, & 3.
No Sensor
R:
No Sensor
IAQ Sensor
OAQ Sensor
Space RH Sensor
.
D:
Compressor Safety
R:
No Function
Compressor Safety
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
D: – The normal (de-energized) state for the set of contacts
NO
R:
NO/NC (normally
open/normally closed)
D:
.
Fire Shutdown
R:
No Function
Fire Shutdown
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
D: – The normal (de-energized) state for the set of contacts
NC
R:
NO/NC (normally
open/normally closed)
Options:
terminated at Input
Options:
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– The usage of Input 8. You must also set
– The input is not used.
– Indicates enthalpy status (high or low).
– Proves supply fan operation.
– Indicates a dirty filter.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
– The usage of Input 9. You must also set
– The input is not used.
– Indicates high humidity condition.
– Proves supply fan operation.
– Indicates a dirty filter.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
.
D:
Enthalpy Switch
R:
No Function
Enthalpy Switch
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
D: – The normal (de-energized) state for the set of contacts
NO
R:
NO/NC (normally
open/normally closed)
D:
R:
Humidistat
No Function
.
Humidistat
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Properties > Equipment > Configuration > Service Configuration
HOME > CONFIG > SERVICE
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Unit Type
Heat/Cool
HP O/B Ctrl
HP Y1/W1 Ctrl
Compressor Stages
Economizer Exists
Yes
Reversing Valve Output
O = Reversing Valve
B =
Reversing Valve
Heat Type
Number Of Heat Stages
may begin to adjust the effective setpoints to achieve the occupied setpoints by the time
scheduled occupancy begins. Enter 0 to disable Optimal Start.
– The percentage of relative humidity in the space during
occupancy that will energize BO - 6 (Humidi-MiZer™).
the unoccupied time period that starts the unit and energizes BO - 6 (Humidi-MiZer™).
- The outside air damper position at which the controller energizes
the Power Exhaust relay.
set to
be set to
, and
.
>
must be
Service Configuration properties
i-Vu / Field Assistant:
BACview:
must
4 hr
D: – The earliest time, prior to occupancy, at which the Optimal Start function
R:
0 to 4 hr
D:
60%rh
R:
0 to Unoccupied
RH Control
Setpoint
D: – The percentage of relative humidity in the space during
95%
R:
30 to 100%
D: – The design difference between indoor and outdoor CO2 levels.
650ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
D:
50% Open
R:
20 to 90% Open
– The type of equipment that the RTU Open is controlling.
Options:
– Standard rooftop air handling unit.
– Heat Pump application, uses reversing valve output to control heating and
cooling.
– Carrier Heat Pump application only.
economizer damper.
output on with heating.
– The type of heating that the unit has. D:
– The number of mechanical cooling stages. D:
– Set to
– Set to
output on with cooling. Set to
– The number of heat stages. D:
D:
Heat/Cool
R:
Heat/Cool
HP O/B Ctrl
HP Y1/W1 Ctrl
One Stage
R:
One Stage
Two Stages
D: to enable economizer control for units equipped with an
No
R:
No/Yes
D:
R: O O / B
Electric
R:
Electric/Gas
R: 2 1 /2 /0 (no heating)
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Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Continuous Occupied Exhaust
Yes
No
Power Exhaust Setpoint.
Indoor CO2 Sensor Value @min (ma)
Indoor CO2 Sensor Value @max (ma)
The CO2 value that corresponds to a 20mA input at
Outdoor CO2 Sensor Value @min (ma)
Outdoor CO2 Sensor Value @max (ma)
– Configures the exhaust fan control strategy (BO-8). If
the power exhaust runs continuously in occupied mode and is off in unoccupied mode. If
, the power exhaust is controlled by the
the appropriate input channel.
the appropriate input channel.
at the appropriate input channel.
at the appropriate input channel.
D:
,
No
R:
No/Yes
D: – The CO2 value that corresponds to a 4mA input at
0ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
D: –
2000 ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
D: – The CO2 value that corresponds to a 4 mA input
0ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
D: – The CO2 value that corresponds to a 20 mA input
2000 ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
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Sequence of Operation
Sequence of Operation
The RTU Open supports various types of constant volume air source configurations:
• Standard heat/cool unit types with up to 2-stages of mechanical cooling and gas or electric heating
• Heat pump units utilizing a reversing valve output for heating and cooling control
• Heat pump unit (Carrier) with an OEM control board
• Economizer, CO2, Demand Limiting, and RH control strategies are available for appropriately equipped
units
The RTU Open may operate as part of a linked VVT system or as a stand-alone controller.
Occupancy
The RTU Open’s operation depends upon its occupancy state (Occupied/Unoccupied). The RTU Open
operates continuously in the
Occupied mode until you configure an occupancy schedule.
An occupancy schedule may be:
• A local schedule configured in the controller using BACview or Field Assistant
• A BACnet schedule configured in i-Vu, networked through an i-Vu Open Router
• A BACnet or local schedule configured for subordinate VVT Zones, networked through an i-Vu Open
Router(s) and employing Linkage
To set up occupancy schedules, consult the documentation for your user interface.
NOTE A BACnet schedule, downloaded from i-Vu will overwrite a local schedule that was set up with BACview
or Field Assistant.
Occupancy Source - the following settings determine occupancy. See Unit configuration (page 59).
Options:
• Always Occupied – Controller operates continuously, regardless of any configured schedule
• BAS On/Off – Occupancy is set over the network by another device or a third party BAS. Refer to the RTU
Open Integration Guide for additional instructions in communication protocols.
•Remote Occ Input – Controller monitors an input contact connected to one of the available binary inputs
configured to receive it. You must set
one
Input Switch Configuration to Remote Occupancy.
Unit Configuration > Occupancy Source to Remote Occ Input and
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Supply fan
The RTU Open supply fan may be configured for one of three Fan Modes:
• Auto - The fan cycles on/off in conjunction with heating or cooling
• Continuous - The fan runs continuously during occupancy and intermittently during unoccupied periods
• Always On - The fan runs continuously regardless of occupancy or calls for heating and cooling
Occupancy can be determined by Linkage, BACnet schedules, BAS schedules, or in response to a remote
occupancy switch.
A Unit Start Delay is used when transitioning from Unoccupied to Occupied. A Fan Off Delay allows the supply
fan to continue operating after heating or cooling stops.
If the following alarms are active, the fan turns off immediately, regardless of the occupancy state or demand:
•
•
•
•
The RTU Open does not include smoke-control functions such as smoke-purge, zone-pressurization, or smokeventilation. Each of these modes require a field-designed circuit to operate the following, as required by local
fire codes:
• RTU supply fan
• RTU economizer
• RTU power exhaust
The RTU Open may be configured to accept a Supply Fan Status input to provide proof the supply fan is
operating. When enabled, a loss or lack of fan status will stop heating and cooling operation.
A Supply Fan Alarm Service Timer function is available to track the number of supply fan run hours and
generate an alarm when the accumulated runtime exceeds the set threshold.
with heating or cooling
Fire Shutdown
Safety chain
SAT
alarm
alarms
SPT
Cooling
The RTU Open's application and configuration determines the specific cooling sequence. The RTU Open can
control up to two stages of cooling with an additional output for a reversing valve (heat pump applications).
The following conditions must be true for the cooling algorithm to operate:
• Outdoor Air Temperature is greater than the Cooling Lockout Temperature setpoint
• The indoor fan has been on for at least 30 seconds
• The unit has a valid Supply Air Temperature input
• The unit has a valid Space Temperature input
• Heat mode is not active and the time guard between modes has expired
• Economizer is active and open > 85% with SAT > (Minimum Cooling SAT + 5°F) and SPT > Effective
Cooling Setpoint + 0.5°F, or the Economizer is unavailable
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Sequence of Operation
The cooling relays are controlled by the Cooling Control PID Loop and Cooling Stages Capacity algorithm. They
calculate the desired number of stages needed to satisfy the space by comparing the
Space Temperature to
the:
• Effective Occupied Cooling Setpoint when occupied
• Effective Unoccupied Cooling Setpoint when unoccupied
When the cooling algorithm preconditions have been met, the compressors are energized in stages, as
applicable. Anti-recycle timers are employed to protect the equipment from short-cycling. There are fixed
three-minute minimum on-times, and five-minute off-times for each compressor output.
During compressor operation, the RTU Open may reduce the number of active stages if the rooftop supply air
temperature falls below the
started again after the normal time-guard period has expired, if the
above the
Minimum Cooling SAT Setpoint.
Minimum Cooling SAT Setpoint. A compressor staged off in this fashion may be
Supply Air Temperature has increased
Compressor 2 Service Alarm Timer functions are available (one for each stage of compression). This function
tracks the number of compressor run hours and generates an alarm when the accumulated runtime exceeds
the threshold set by the adjustable compressor service alarm timers.
Economizer
The RTU Open provides an analog economizer output for rooftop units with economizer dampers. Economizer
dampers may be used to provide free cooling and indoor air quality control when outside air conditions are
suitable.
The following conditions must be true for economizer operation:
•The Outdoor Air Temperature is less than the Space Temperature and less than the Economizer High
OAT Lockout Temp setpoint
• The indoor fan has been on for at least 30 seconds
• The unit has a valid Supply Air Temperature input
• The unit has a valid Space Temperature input
If any of the preceding conditions are not true, the economizer will be set to the Vent Dmpr Pos / DCV Min
Pos setpoint.
If all preceding conditions are true, the economizer PID loop will modulate the damper from the Vent Dmpr
Pos / DCV Min Pos setpoint.
The economizer moves to the Vent Dmpr Pos / DCV Min Pos setpoint if the SAT falls below the Minimum
Cooling SAT (+ 5°F).
Power Exhaust
The RTU Open may enable and disable an exhaust fan, based on either the controller’s occupancy or its
economizer damper position.
If Continuous Occupied Exhaust is Yes, the Power Exhaust binary output (BO-8) is energized while theRTU
Open is occupied and de-energized when unoccupied.
If Continuous Occupied Exhaust is No, the Power Exhaust binary output (BO-8) is energized when the
economizer damper output exceeds the
energized until the economizer output falls below the
10%.
Power Exhaust Setpoint value (default = 50%). The output remains
Power Exhaust Setpoint value by a fixed hysteresis of
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Unoccupied Free Cooling
Unocc Free Cool Enable allows rooftop equipment with an economizer damper to utilize outdoor air for free
cooling during unoccupied periods.
The following conditions must be true for unoccupied free cooling to operate:
• Unocc Free Cool Enable set to Enable
• The system is unoccupied
• The outside air temperature is below the Economizer High OAT Lockout Temp setpoint
• The outside air temperature is less than the space temperature
• Enthalpy (if enabled) is Low
When the RTU Open schedule is unoccupied and the space temperature rises at least 1° above the Occupied
Cooling Setpoint, the supply fan starts. The economizer damper opens as necessary to cool the space. The
RTU Open continues to operate in this mode until the space is satisfied or the outside air conditions are no
longer suitable for free cooling.
Optimal Start
The RTU Open may utilize Optimal Start. Optimal Start adjusts the effective setpoints to achieve the occupied
setpoints by the time scheduled occupancy begins.The Optimal Start recovery period may begin as early as 4
hours prior to occupancy. The algorithm works by moving the unoccupied setpoints toward the occupied
setpoints. The rate at which the setpoints move is based on the outside air temperature, design
temperatures, and capacities.
The following conditions must be true for unoccupied free cooling to operate:
• On the Properties page > Equipment tab > Configuration > Setpoints > Optimal Start, the Default Value
must be set greater than
•The system is unoccupied
NOTE If the Open controller does not have a valid outside air temperature, then a constant of 65° F is used.
This value is not adjustable.
0 and less than or equal to 4 (0.00 disables Optimal Start).
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Sequence of Operation
The actual equation that the controller uses to calculate Optimal Start is nonlinear. An approximation of the
result is shown below.
To change Optimal Start settings:
1 In the navigation tree, select the equipment that you want to change.
2 Click Properties page > Equipment tab > Configuration > Setpoints.
Enthalpy control
You may use an enthalpy switch to indicate the suitability of outdoor air for economizer cooling. You can use
either an outdoor air or differential enthalpy switch. A differential enthalpy switch has a sensing device in both
the outdoor and return air streams. A differential enthalpy switch indicates when outside air is cooler than the
return air, and is available for economizer cooling. If no enthalpy switch is configured, a network point (Object
Name: oae) is available. This point is displayed in i-Vu and BACview as
The sequence of operation for economizer cooling is the same with or without an enthalpy switch, except that
an enthalpy switch imposes one more validation on the suitability of outside air for economizer cooling. An
Enthalpy Status that is High disables the economizer and the outside air damper goes to its minimum
position. An
preconditions are met.
Indoor Air CO2
Enthalpy (BACnet).
Enthalpy Status that is Low enables the economizer if a call for cooling exists and the remaining
Indoor Air CO2 is controlled on rooftop equipment with an economizer. Indoor Air CO2 sequence is enabled
by installing an air quality (CO2) sensor. A CO2 sensor may be terminated at the RTU Open, or a subordinate
zone controller, when part of a zoned system.
An outdoor air quality sensor may also be installed and terminated at the RTU Open, but it is not required.
When an outdoor air quality sensor is not installed, the algorithm uses 400ppm as the fixed outdoor air CO2
level.
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The following conditions must be true for the Indoor Air CO2 algorithm to operate:
• The system is occupied
• The supply fan has been started for at least 30 seconds
• The CO2 sensor has a valid reading
As the air quality within the space changes, the minimum position of the economizer damper changes, which
allows more or less outdoor air into the space, depending on the relationship of the indoor air CO2 level to the
differential setpoint.
The Indoor Air CO2 algorithm calculates a minimum position value using a PID loop. The CO2 minimum
damper position is then compared against the
Vent Dmpr Pos / DCV Min Pos setpoint and the greatest value
becomes the final minimum damper position of the economizer output.
The degree to which the outside air damper may be opened by the Indoor Air CO2 algorithm is limited by the
DCV Max Vent Damper Pos setpoint, which is adjustable between ten and sixty percent (10 – 60%).
Heating
The specific heating sequence is determined by the controller's application and configuration. The RTU Open
controls up to two stages of gas or electric heating with an additional output for a
Reversing Valve (Heat
Pump applications).
The following conditions must be true for the heating algorithm to operate:
• The Outdoor Air Temperature is less than the Heating Lockout Temperature setpoint
• The indoor fan has been ON for at least 30 seconds
• The unit has a valid Supply Air Temperature input
• The unit has a valid Space Temperature input
• Neither Cool mode nor economizer are active and the time guard between modes has expired
The heating relays are controlled by the Heating Control PID Loop and Heating Stages Capacity algorithm,
which calculate the desired number of stages to satisfy the space by comparing the
Space Temperature to
the:
• Effective Occupied Heating Setpoint when occupied
• Effective Unoccupied Heating Setpoint when unoccupied
When the heating algorithm preconditions have been met, the heating is energized in stages. Anti-recycle
timers are employed to protect the equipment from short-cycling. There are fixed one minute minimum on
and off times for each heating output.
During heating operation, the RTU Open may reduce the number of active stages if the rooftop Supply Air Temperature exceeds the Maximum Heating SAT setpoint. A heat stage turned off in this fashion may be
started again after the normal time-guard period has expired, if the
below the
Maximum Heating SAT setpoint.
Supply Air Temperature has decreased
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Sequence of Operation
Heat Pump operation
The RTU Open can control heat pumps HP O/B and Y1/W1.
HP O/B provides a separate output (BO-7) to control a reversing valve. The reversing valve control may be
configured to be energized with a call for heating
(B), or energized with a call for cooling (O).
The sequence of operations are as previously described for heating and cooling except that the Y1 and Y2
outputs are compressor outputs, energizing mechanical heating or cooling, depending on the state of the
reversing valve.
W1 and W2 are used for auxiliary heat. Up to two stages are available.
Selection Y1/W1 is for heat pumps that do not require a O terminal to energize the reversing valve. The
sequences of operations are as described for Heating (page
output is not utilized in this application.
W1 and W2 are used for auxiliary heat. Up to two stages are
47) and Cooling (page 43). The reversing valve
available.
Dehumidification
The RTU Open provides occupied and unoccupied dehumidification on units that are equipped with the
Carrier Humidi-MiZer™ option from the factory. This requires a space relative humidity sensor or a humidistat
for control.
The following conditions must be true for the dehumidification control to operate:
• The Outside Air Temperature is greater than the Cooling Lockout Temperature setpoint
• The Indoor Fan has been ON for at least 30 seconds
• The unit has a valid Supply Air Temperature input
• The unit has a valid Space Temperature input
• The unit has a valid Space Relative Humidity Sensor or Humidistat input
• Heat mode is not active and the time guard between modes has expired
When using a relative humidity sensor to control dehumidification, occupied and unoccupied dehumidification
setpoints are used.
When using a humidistat, the setpoints are not used. The humidistat indicates a high-humidity condition.
When a high indoor relative humidity condition is indicated and the above conditions are satisfied, the RTU
Open enters the dehumidification mode, energizing the Humidi-MiZer™ output.
The mode continues until the space relative humidity falls below the active setpoint by a 5% fixed Hysteresis
when a humidity sensor is used, or when there is no longer a call for dehumidification where a humidistat is
used.
See the base unit / Humidi-MiZer™ operations manual for additional information.
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Demand Limit
The RTU Open may employ a demand limit strategy. Demand limiting in the RTU Open works through setpoint
expansion. The controller’s heating and cooling setpoints are expanded in steps or levels. The degree to
which the setpoints are expanded is defined by the
Each Demand Level (1 through 3) adjusts the heating and cooling setpoints outwards. By default, Demand 1
yields a 1° expansion,
The BACnet Demand Limit variable sets the desired level of setpoint expansion in the receiving controller.
Level 0 leaves the standard occupied and unoccupied heating and cooling setpoints in effect. Levels 1
through 3 expands occupied heating and cooling setpoints.
Door switch
A Door Contact may be configured on any unused binary input. A typical application is an occupancy sensor
mounted within the space served by a single zone rooftop.
electric or gas heating, when active. Economizer cooling, if available, continues to operate.
Demand Level Setpoints.
Demand 2 yields a 2° expansion, and Demand 3 yields a 4° expansion.
Door Contact disables mechanical cooling and
Remote occupancy
Remote occupancy may be configured on any unused binary input channel. A typical application is a remote
contact, controlled by a third party, to set the controller's occupied mode. The
requires both an input configured for
operate.
Once configured, the controller will operate in the occupied or unoccupied mode, as determined by the state
of the
Remote Occupancy input.
Fire Shutdown
Fire Shutdown may be configured on Binary Input 5. A typical application involves a smoke detector or fire
shutdown contact, which, when active, immediately shuts down equipment operation.
Compressor Safety
Compressor Safety may be configured on Binary Input 3. A compressor safety tripped indicator circuit is
available on most Carrier rooftop equipment.
A Compressor SafetyAlarm is shown on Properties page > Equipment tab > Alarms and indicates that the
equipment requires attention.
Remote Occupancy function
Remote Occupancy, and Occupancy Source set to Remote Occ Input to
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Sequence of Operation
Cooling, heating, and supply fan outputs are not interrupted except where the RTU Open is configured for
Heat Pump operation. When configured for Heat Pump, and in the heating mode, a compressor safety fault
will cause the available stages of electric heating to be enabled in place of mechanical heating.
Normal operation resumes when the compressor safety circuit is de-energized.
Fan Status
Fan Status may be configured on any unused binary input channel. A typical application would be an airflow
switch, current sensing relay, or other device that provides a supply fan running verification.
Enabling this function displays the supply fan’s status on the equipment graphic.
If the controller loses fan status during operation, heating and cooling are disabled, the economizer damper
(if available) is closed, and an alarm for loss of status is indicated.
If the fan status is on when the controller is commanding the fan off, the unit remains in the off state. An
alarm is generated indicating that the fan is running when it should be off.
Filter Status
Alarms
Filter status may be configured on any unused binary input channel. A typical application is a differential
pressure switch that senses the pressure drop across a filter bank.
When the pressure across the filter bank exceeds the setpoint of the differential pressure switch, the Filter
status is displayed as
NOTE Some of the Alarms functions described in this section will only be visible on the Properties page >
Equipment tab > Alarms when the appropriate inputs are configured. Alarms are not initiated when the input
is not configured.
Safety Chain - You may use the RTU Open's safety chain circuit to shut down the unit for a safety condition.
Examples: Low or High Temperature Cutouts (Freezestat / Firestat). See To wire inputs and outputs (page
for additional wiring instructions. This alarm indicates the safety chain circuit (Input 4) is open. Cooling,
heating, and supply fan operation stop after appropriate time guards. Normal operation resumes when the
safety chain circuit is complete.
Fire Shutdown – You may configure the RTU Open to accept a Fire Shutdown contact on Input 5. Examples:
Smoke detectors or fire shutdown relays. This alarm indicates this device (Input 5) has tripped. Cooling,
heating, and supply fan operation immediately stop. Reset fire shutdown contact to resume normal operation.
Compressor Safety – You may configure the RTU Open to monitor the base unit’s compressor safety circuit.
This alarm indicates the base unit's compressor safety circuit is energized. Cooling, heating, and supply fan
outputs are not interrupted except when the RTU Open is configured for Heat Pump. Normal operation
resumes when the compressor safety circuit is de-energized.
If the Heat Pump is in the heating mode, it will automatically replace the compressor stage(s) with the
equivalent number of auxiliary heat stages, as available.
•If it's a Carrier Heat Pump, there is only one auxiliary heat stage output and the staging is done by the
machine itself, if it's two-stage gas or electric.
Dirty on the controller graphic. An alarm indicates a dirty filter.
14)
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•For a non-Carrier Heat Pump, when configured for two stages of aux heat and two compressors,
Compressor 1 is replaced by Aux Heat Stage 1 and Compressor 2 is replaced by Aux Heat Stage 2.
The compressor output stays on when the safety alarm is present. For cooling, the alarm indicates the
compressors are down. See Heat Pump operation (page 48) for further information.
Space Temp Sensor – This alarm indicates an invalid sensor condition in a physically connected space
temperature sensor (SPT Sensor/T5*). Cooling, heating, and supply fan operation stop after the appropriate
time guards. Normal operation resumes when the controller detects a valid sensor.
Supply Air Temp Sensor – This alarm indicates a shorted or open circuit in the SAT input. Cooling, heating,
and supply fan operation stops after the appropriate time guards. Normal operation resumes when the
controller detects a valid sensor.
Outdoor Air Temp Sensor Alarm - This alarm indicates a shorted or open circuit in the OAT input. Cooling,
heating, and supply fan operation continues. OAT lockouts will not operate while the sensor is in alarm.
Normal operation resumes when the controller detects a valid sensor.
Space Relative Humidity Sensor - This alarm indicates if the mA input at the associated channel falls below
3.5 mA or rises above 21 mA. Cooling, heating, and supply fan operation continues, however, the controller’s
Humidi-MiZer™ binary output is disabled until the fault condition is corrected.
IAQ Sensor - The RTU Open generates an IAQ Sensor alarm if the mA input at the associated channel falls
below 3.5 mA or rises above 21 mA. Cooling, heating, and supply fan operation continues. However, the
controller’s IAQ control function is disabled until the fault condition is corrected.
OAQ Sensor - The RTU Open generates an OAQ Sensor alarm if the mA input at the associated channel falls
below 3.5 mA or rises above 21 mA. Cooling, heating, and supply fan operation continues. However, the
controller’s IAQ control function uses 400ppm as the fixed outdoor air CO2 level until the fault condition is
corrected.
Space Temperature –
•Occupied - The RTU Open generates a Low Space Temperature alarm if the space temperature falls
below the lower limit of the blue color bar. A
High Space Temperature alarm is generated if the space
temperature rises above the upper limit of the orange color bar.
•Unoccupied An unoccupied low space temperature alarm is generated when the space temperature falls
below the
temperature alarm is generated when the space temperature rises above the
Alarm Configuration > Unoccupied Low SPT Alarm Limit. An unoccupied high space
Alarm Configuration >
Unoccupied High SPT Alarm Limit.
The following values are related to the Space Temperature alarm:
•Alarming Temperature – This variable displays the value of the space temperature that is in alarm and is
only visible when the space temperature is in an alarm state.
•Alarm Limit Exceeded – This variable displays the value of the alarm setpoint that is exceeded by the
alarming space temperature and is only visible when the space temperature is in an alarm state.
High Supply Air Temperature – The RTU Open generates this alarm when the supply air temperature exceeds
the
Alarm Configuration > High SAT Alarm Limit setpoint for 5 minutes. This alarm is inhibited until the RTU
has been running for 30 minutes to allow for system stabilization after startup.
Low Supply Air Temperature - The RTU Open generates this alarm when the supply air temperature falls
below the
Alarm Configuration > Low SAT Alarm Limit setpoint for 5 minutes. This alarm is inhibited until the
RTU has been running for 30 minutes to allow for system stabilization after startup.
Setpoint Slider – The RTU Open generates this alarm when an open circuit is detected at Input 11 and the
RTU Open
Configuration > Unit Configuration > Input Configuration > Space sensor type is set to T56. Note
that only an open circuit results in an alarm. A short across this input offsets the setpoints negatively by the
amount configured in the
Unit Configuration > Setpoint Adjustment Range.
Switch Configuration - The RTU Open generates this alarm when any two of the Unit Configuration > Input
Functions 3, 5, 8, or 9 are configured identically. Neither input may work reliably and downstream control may
be affected, depending on the function duplicated. The alarm clears and normal control is restored when the
input function duplication is corrected.
Analog Input Configuration - The RTU Open generates this alarm when the Unit Configuration > Input
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Sequence of Operation
Functions 1 and 2 are configured identically. Neither input may work reliably and downstream control may be
affected, depending on the function duplicated. The alarm clears and normal control is restored when the
input function duplication is corrected.
High Space Relative Humidity - The RTU Open generates this alarm when the space humidity exceeds the
Alarm Configuration > High Space Humidity Alarm Limit setpoint for 10 minutes. This alarm is inhibited until
the RTU runs for 15 minutes to allow for system stabilization after startup.
Low Space Relative Humidity - The RTU Open generates this alarm when the space humidity falls below the
Alarm Configuration > Low Space Humidity Alarm Limit setpoint for 5 minutes. This alarm is inhibited until
the RTU runs for 5 minutes to allow for system stabilization after startup.
High CO2 - The RTU Open generates this alarm when the space CO2 level exceeds the Alarm Configuration >
Occupied High CO2 Alarm Limit setpoint for 1-minute. This alarm will be inhibited until the RTU has been
running for 2-minutes to allow for system stabilization after startup.
Supply Fan Runtime - The RTU Open generates a this alarm when the accumulated runtime exceeds the Unit
Configuration > Supply Fan Service Alarm Timer value (when not set to 0). This alarm is most commonly
used to indicate an equipment maintenance interval is due. The supply fan runtime accumulator may be reset
by setting the
acknowledging each selection by clicking the
Maintenance > Reset Supply Fan Runtime Alarm to Clear, and then back to Run –
OK button when it appears. Setting Unit Configuration > Supply
Fan Service Timer value to 0 disables the supply fan runtime alarm function.
Compressor 1 Runtime - The RTU Open generates this alarm when the accumulated runtime exceeds the
Unit Configuration > Compressor 1 Service Alarm Timer value (when not set to 0). This alarm is most
commonly used to indicate an equipment maintenance interval is due. The
accumulator may be reset by setting the
Run – acknowledging each selection by clicking the OK button when it appears. Setting Unit
back to
Maintenance > Reset Comp 1 Runtime Alarm to Clear, and then
Compressor 1 Runtime
Configuration > Compressor 1 Service Timer value to 0 disables the Compressor 1 Runtime alarm function.
Compressor 2 Runtime - The RTU Open generates this alarm when the accumulated runtime exceeds the
Unit Configuration > Compressor 2 Service Alarm Timer value (when not set to 0). This alarm is most
commonly used to indicate an equipment maintenance interval is due. The Compressor 2 runtime
accumulator may be reset by setting the
back to
Run – acknowledging each selection by clicking the OK button when it appears. Setting Unit
Maintenance > Reset Comp 2 Runtime Alarm to Clear, and then
Configuration > Compressor 2 Service Timer value to 0 disables the Compressor 2 runtime alarm function.
Note that this function is unavailable if the
Service Configuration > Compressor States value is not set to Two
Stages.
Filter - The RTU Open generates this alarm when the accumulated runtime exceeds the Unit Configuration >
Filter Service Alarm Timer value (when not set to 0). This alarm is most commonly used to indicate a filter
replacement is due. Reset the filter service runtime accumulator by setting the
Maintenance > Reset Filter
Runtime Alarm to On, back to Off, and clicking the OK button after each setting. Setting Unit Configuration >
Filter Service Alarm Timer value to 0 disables the filter service alarm function.
Airside Linkage Alarm - An RTU Open may act as an air source in a zoned system. Carrier systems utilize a
function called Linkage™ to pass data between a master zone and its air source via an MS/TP network
connection. When the RTU Open is part of a linked system, it will indicate an airside linkage alarm if it loses
communications with its linkage master or if it receives invalid data.
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Linkage
The RTU Open may serve as an air source to an Open Variable Volume Terminal (VVT) system. When the RTU
Open is part of a VVT system and the controllers are wired together to form a network, the controllers may use
a method of communication known as Linkage™. Linkage is a method by which an air source and its
subordinate zone terminals exchange data to form a coordinated HVAC system. The system's air source
controller, zone controllers, and bypass controller are linked so that their data exchange can be managed by
one zone controller configured as the VVT Master.
The VVT Master gathers the following information from the slave zone controllers:
• occupancy status
• setpoints
• zone temperature
• relative humidity
• CO
level
2
• damper position
• optimal start data
The VVT Master performs mathematical calculations and algorithms on the data and then sends the
composite information to the air source. The VVT Master receives information from the air source such as
mode, supply air temperature, and outside air temperature, and passes that information to all linked
controllers.
NOTE The following paragraphs describe the interaction between the air source (RTU Open) and its
subordinate zones. Additional information regarding Open Zoned Systems may be found in the VVT Zone and VVT Bypass Controller Installation Guides.
The VVT Master determines system operation by prioritizing heating and cooling requirements from all the
zones based on their occupancy and demand. The VVT Master scans the system continuously to determine if
any zones are occupied. Occupied zones are a higher priority than unoccupied zones. The VVT Master
evaluates all the occupied zones' heating or cooling demands and sends a request to the air source (RTU
Open) for:
•Cooling, if the number of occupied zones with cooling demands exceeds the number of occupied zones
with heating demands, and the demand is greater than or equal to the number of configured
Callers
.
Linkage
• Heating, if the number of occupied zones with a heating demand exceeds or is equal to the number of
Linkage Callers
.
If no zones are occupied or no occupied zones require heating or cooling, the VVT Master performs the
evaluation described above for the unoccupied zones.
The VVT Master then gathers the following information and sends it to the air source (RTU Open):
• The system mode
• The setpoints and zone temperature from the zone with the greatest demand for the requested air
source mode (heating or cooling). (This zone is called the reference zone.)
• The system occupancy status
• Most open damper position from any zone
• RH and CO2 values (if applicable)
The air source responds by sending the air source mode, supply air temperature, and outside air temperature.
The air source verifies the mode by comparing its supply air temperature to the space temperature received
through Linkage. See the air source documentation for operation and parameters used to verify its mode.
This verification allows the VVT system to determine if the desired air source mode is actually being provided.
For example, if the VVT Master sends a request for heating and the air source does not have heat or it’s heat
has failed, the air source's actual mode indicates that and it's current mode is sent to the zones so that they
can control accordingly.
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Sequence of Operation
The system remains in that mode until all zones of that demand are satisfied or until a fixed 30 minute mode
reselect timer causes a forced re-evaluation of the system. If there is no demand for the opposite mode, the
reselect timer starts again and the current mode continues until all zones are satisfied or until the reselect
timer expires, repeating the process. If there is a demand for the opposite mode, the VVT Master sends the
reference zone's space temperature and setpoints to the air source and restarts the reselect timer. The air
source re-evaluates its demand based on the new information and goes to the Vent mode until the new mode
can be verified as described above. The amount of time this takes is determined by the air source’s operating
parameters.
The VVT Master continuously evaluates the system and updates the air source with the most current system
demand. Based on the evaluation, the reference zone can change from one zone to another. The evaluation
process continues until there is no demand from any zone or the 30 minute timer causes a re-evaluation of
the system conditions.
If no heating or cooling is required or the current air source mode is satisfied, the VVT Master calculates the
weighted average of the occupied and unoccupied heating and cooling setpoints. It also calculates a zone
temperature that is midway between the setpoints (occupied or unoccupied based on the system’s current
occupancy status). This information, plus the occupancy status, is sent to the air source so that its current
mode is disabled and the unit ceases heating or cooling operation. If the system is occupied, the air source
fan and OA damper, if applicable, operate to maintain proper ventilation.
Linkage Air Source Modes
In a linked system, the air source determines its operating mode and qualifies that mode based on its own
Supply Air Temperature (SAT). The following modes can be sent by the air source depending on its
configuration:
• Off – Air source fan is off
• Fan Only – Air source fan is on and providing ventilation (neutral SAT) without heating or cooling
• Economizer Cooling – Air source fan is on and providing cooling, using economizer only
• Cooling – Air source fan is on and cooling is provided by economizer and mechanical cooling
• Heating – Air source fan is on and heating is provided (gas or electric)
• Dehumidification – Air source fan is on and Humidi-MiZer™ is active
• Test – The RTU Open Service Test mode is active
• Shutdown – Air source fan is off due to Safety Chain, Fire Shutdown, or invalid SAT sensor
• Unocc Free Cooling – Air source fan is on, with the economizer providing cooling while unoccupied
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If this LED is on...
Status is...
Power
Rx
Tx
DO#
If Run LED shows...
And Error LED shows...
Status is..
Run
Run
Troubleshooting
If you have problems mounting, wiring, or addressing the RTU Open, contact Carrier Control Systems Support.
Serial number
If you need the RTU Open's serial number when troubleshooting, the number is on:
• a sticker on the back of the main controller board
• a Module Status report (modstat) from your user interface
LED's
The LED's on the RTU Open show the status of certain functions.
The RTU Open has power
The RTU Open is receiving data from the network segment
The RTU Open is transmitting data over the network segment
The binary output is active
The
Run and Error LED's indicate controller and network status.
2 flashes per second
2 flashes per second 2 flashes,
2 flashes per second 3 flashes, then off The controller has just been
2 flashes per second On Exec halted after frequent system
5 flashes per second Off Firmware transfer in progress,
Off Normal
Five minute auto-restart delay
alternating with
after system error LED
formatted
errors or control programs halted
Boot is running
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7 flashes per second 7 flashes per second,
alternating with
Ten second recovery period after
brownout LED
Troubleshooting
If Run LED shows...
And Error LED shows...
Status is..
Run
14 flashes per second
On On Failure. Try the following solutions:
*Formatting the controller may result in lost information and should only be done under the guidance of
Carrier Control Systems Support.
14 flashes per second,
alternating with
Replacing the RTU Open's battery
Brownout
LED
•Turn the RTU Open off, then
on.
• Format the RTU Open.*
• Download memory to the RTU
Open.
•Replace the RTU Open.
The RTU Open's 10-year Lithium CR2032 battery provides a minimum of 10,000 hours of data retention
during power outages.
CAUTION Power must be ON to the RTU Open when replacing the battery, or your date, time, and trend data
will be lost.
1 Remove the battery from the controller, making note of the battery's polarity.
2 Insert the new battery, matching the battery's polarity with the polarity indicated on the RTU Open.
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Compliance
FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the responsible party for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CE Compliance
WARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
BACnet Compliance
BACnet® is a registered trademark of ASHRAE. ASHRAE does not endorse, approve or test products for
compliance with ASHRAE standards. Compliance of listed products to requirements of ASHRAE Standard 135
is the responsibility of the BACnet manufacturers Association (BMA). BTL® is a registered trademark of the
BMA.
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Appendix A: RTU Open Points/Properties
Properties > Equipment > Status
HOME > STATUS
Point Name/Description
Range
System Mode
Operating Mode
Supply Fan Status
Fan Status
Space Temperature - Prime Variable
Supply Air Temperature
Outdoor Air Temperature
Space Relative Humidity
Configuration > Unit
Configuration
Input 1
Function
Space RH Sensor
Indoor Air CO2
Configuration >Unit
Configuration > Input 1
Function
IAQ Sensor
Outdoor Air CO2
Configuration >Unit
Configuration >Input 1
Function
OAQ Sensor
Economizer Output
Appendix A: RTU Open Points/Properties
Status
Navigation: i-Vu / Field Assistant:
BACview:
– The current fan status if an input is configured for
control.
R: – The controller's current operating status. Disabled
Test
Run
R: – The controller's current operating mode. Off
Fan Only
Economizer
Cooling
Heating
Dehumidification
Test
Shutdown
Unocc Free Cooling (NTFC)
R: . Off/Running
R: – The space temperature value currently used for
-56 to 245°F
R: – The current supply air temperature. -56 to 245°F
R: – The outdoor air temperature value used for control. -56 to 245°F
– The current space relative humidity if
>
– The current indoor air CO2 concentration if the
damper (if equipped).
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(or 2)
(or 2)
– The current outdoor air CO2 concentration if the
(or 2)
is set to
is set to
is set to
R: . 0 to 100%rh
R: . 0 to 5000ppm
R: . 0 to 5000ppm
R: – The current economizer output with respect to the outdoor air
0 to 100% Open
Properties > Equipment > Configuration > Unit Configuration
HOME > CONFIG
UNIT
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Fan Mode
Auto
Continuous
Always On
Unit Start Delay
Fan Off Delay
Minimum Cooling SAT
Maximum Heating SAT
Vent Dmpr Pos / DCV Min Pos
DCV Max Vent Damper Pos
Supply Fan Service Alarm Timer
Compressor 1 Service Alarm Timer
Compressor 2 Service Alarm Timer
Filter Service Alarm Timer
Filter Alarm
Pushbutton Override
Cooling Lockout Temp
Economizer High OAT Lockout
Unit Configuration
Navigation: i-Vu / Field Assistant:
BACview:
– The supply fan's operating mode.
Options:
- The fan cycles on/off in conjunction with heating or cooling.
- The fan runs continuously during occupancy & intermittently during
unoccupied periods with heating or cooling.
- The fan runs continuously regardless of occupancy or calls for heating and
cooling.
start command.
supply air temperature does not drop below this value.
supply air temperature does not rise above this value.
during occupied periods.
DCV is active.
>
Continuous
D:
R:
Auto
Continuous
Always On
D: – The amount of time the controller delays starting up after receiving a
5 sec
R:
0 to 30 sec
D: – How long the supply fan runs after receiving a valid stop command.
90 sec
R:
0 to 180 sec
D: – In cooling mode, the cooling outputs are controlled so that the
50°F
R:
45 to 75°F
D: – In heating mode, the heating outputs are controlled so the
120°F
R:
85 to 150°F
D: – The minimum outdoor air damper position maintained
50% Open
R:
0 to 100% Open
D: – The maximum outdoor air damper position allowed while
50% Open
R:
10 to 60% Open
supply fan run hours exceed this value. Set to 0 to disable.
the compressor 1 run hours exceed this value. Set to 0 to disable.
the compressor 2 run hours exceed this value. Set to 0 to disable.
– The amount of time the fan will run before generating a
. Set to 0 to disable the alarm and reset accumulated fan hours.
space temperature sensor.
cooling is inhibited.
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D: – A Supply Fan Runtime alarm is generated when the
600 hr
R:
0 to 9999 hr
D: – A Compressor 1 Runtime alarm is generated when
0 hr
R:
0 to 9999 hr
D: – A Compressor 2 Runtime alarm is generated when
0 hr
R:
0 to 9999 hr
D:
600 hr
R:
0 to 9999 hr
D: – Enables or disables the use of a pushbutton override from a local
Enable
R:
Disable/Enable
D: – The outdoor air temperature at which cooling is inhibited.
45°F
R:
0 to 80°F
D: – The outdoor air temperature at which economizer
75°F
R:
55 to 80°F
Appendix A: RTU Open Points/Properties
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
HP Rev Cycle Lockout Temp
Heating Lockout Temperature
Unocc Free Cool Enable
Occupancy Source
Always Occupied
BACnet Schedule
BAS On/Off
Remote Occ Input
Input Configuration
Input 1 Function
Input 2 Function
Input 3 Function
Input 3 Switch Configuration
No Function
Compressor Safety
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Input 3 Switch Configuration
Input 5 Function
Input 5 Switch Configuration
No Function
Fire Shutdown
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Input 5 Switch Configuration
heating is locked out. Requires that the unit is configured as a Heat Pump.
inhibited.
unoccupied free cooling (NTFC).
- The method that the controller uses to determine occupancy.
Options:
= Controller operates continuously as occupied.
= Controller follows a schedule set up in i-Vu or Field Assistant.
= Occupancy is set over the network by another device or a third party BAS.
=Occupancy is set by a remote contact.
– The usage of Input 3. You must also set
Options:
– The input is not used.
– Safety device status.
– Proves supply fan operation.
– Indicates a dirty filter.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
D: – The outdoor air temperature at which reverse cycle
-3°F
R:
-20 to 30°F
D: – The outdoor air temperature at which heating is
65°F
R:
35 to 150°F
D: – Enable to allow the unit to use economizer to provide
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
D:
Always Occupied
R:
Always Occupied
BACnet Schedule
BAS On/Off
Remote Occ Input
D: – The type of sensor (4-20 mA) connected to terminals J4 – 4, 5, & 6.
No Sensor
R:
No Sensor
IAQ Sensor
OAQ Sensor
Space RH Sensor
D: – The type of sensor (4-20 mA) connected to terminals J4 – 1, 2, & 3.
No Sensor
R:
No Sensor
IAQ Sensor
OAQ Sensor
Space RH Sensor
.
D:
Compressor Safety
R:
No Function
Compressor Safety
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
terminated at Input
Options:
terminated at Input
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– The usage of Input 5. You must also set
– The input is not used.
– Fire Safety device status. Inhibits operation when tripped.
– Proves supply fan operation.
– Indicates a dirty filter.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
D: – The normal (de-energized) state for the set of contacts
NO
R:
NO/NC (normally
open/normally closed)
.
D:
Fire Shutdown
R:
No Function
Fire Shutdown
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
D: – The normal (de-energized) state for the set of contacts
NC
R:
NO/NC (normally
open/normally closed)
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Input 8 Function
Input 8 Switch Configuration
No Function
Enthalpy Switch
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Input 8 Switch Configuration
Input 9 Function
Input 9 Switch Configuration
No Function
Humidistat
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
Input 9 Switch Configuration
Space sensor type
T5x Override Duration
Sensor Calibration
Space Temp Calibration
Supply Air Temp Calibration
Outside Air Temp Calibration
– The usage of Input 8. You must also set
Options:
– The input is not used.
– Indicates enthalpy status (high or low).
– Proves supply fan operation.
– Indicates a dirty filter.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
terminated at Input
– The usage of Input 9. You must also set
Options:
– The input is not used.
– Indicates high humidity condition.
– Proves supply fan operation.
– Indicates a dirty filter.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
terminated at Input
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
– Sets occupancy using a hardware contact.
.
D:
Enthalpy Switch
R:
No Function
Enthalpy Switch
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
D: – The normal (de-energized) state for the set of contacts
NO
R:
NO/NC (normally
open/normally closed)
.
D:
Humidistat
R:
No Function
Humidistat
Fan Status
Filter Status
Remote Occupancy
Door Contact
D: – The normal (de-energized) state for the set of contacts
NO
R:
NO/NC (normally
open/normally closed)
D: - The type of local space temperature sensor.
T55
R:
T55
T56 (Use for T59)
SPT Sensor
None
that the controller runs in the occupied mode when a user presses the sensor's override
button for 1 to 10 seconds.
sensor to be adjusted to match a calibrated standard measuring the temperature in the
same location.
temperature sensor to be adjusted to match a calibrated standard measuring the
temperature in the same location.
temperature sensor to be adjusted to match a calibrated standard measuring the
temperature in the same location.
Setpoints
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1 hr
D: – If using a T55, T56, or T59 sensor, this is the amount of time
R:
0 to 24 hours
D: – A calibration offset value to allow the local space temperature
R:
D: – A calibration offset value to allow the supply air
R:
D: – A calibration offset value to allow the outside air
Select a color band on the setpoint graph to see the current setpoints in the
descriptions below.
and
fields. See setpoint
The occupied setpoints described below are the setpoints under normal operating conditions. The Demand Level 1–3
setpoints apply if demand limiting is used.
Demand limiting is a cost-saving strategy to reduce energy consumption. The strategy expands the occupied heating and
cooling setpoints when the system reaches one of 3 levels of consumption. With the expanded setpoints, the equipment
works less, thereby saving energy. By default, Demand Level 1 expands the occupied heating and cooling setpoints by 1°F,
Demand Level 2 by 2°F, and Demand Level 3 by 4°F. If the occupied heating or cooling setpoints change, the (effective)
demand level setpoints automatically change by the same amount. See Sequence of Operation42 (page ) for more
information.
Range: -40 to 245°F
The heating setpoint the controller maintains while in occupied mode.
The cooling setpoint the controller maintains while in occupied mode.
– Light Blue
The space temperature must be less than the
VVT Master to consider the zone a heating caller in a linked system. In a singlezone application, the heating requirement begins as soon as the space
temperature falls below the
value be set no less than 0.5°F below the
setpoint.
– Dark Blue
The space temperature must be less than the
generate a low space temperature alarm. We recommend that this value be set no
less than 0.5°F below the
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setpoint for the
setpoint. We recommend that the
setpoint.
setpoint to
70°F – Green
74°F – Green
69°F
68°F
69°F 68°F 66°F
75°F 76°F 78°F
68°F 67°F 65°F
67°F 66°F 64°F
Default
Demand Level
Point Name/Description
Occupied
1 2 3
Occupied Cooling 1
Occupied Cooling 1
Occupied Cooling
Occupied Cooling 1
Occupied Cooling
Occupied Cooling 2
Occupied Cooling 2
Occupied Cooling 1
Unoccupied Setpoints
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Unoccupied Heating
Unoccupied Cooling
Unoccupied Heating 1
Unoccupied Heating 1
application, the unoccupied heating requirement begins as soon as the space temperature falls
Unoccupied Heating
Unoccupied Heating 1
Unoccupied Heating
Unoccupied Heating 2
Unoccupied Heating 2
Unoccupied Heating 1
Unoccupied Cooling 1
Unoccupied Cooling 1
Unoccupied Cooling
Unoccupied Cooling 1
Unoccupied Cooling
Unoccupied Cooling 2
Unoccupied Cooling 2
Unoccupied Cooling 1
Range: -40 to 245°F
– Yellow
The space temperature must be greater than the
the VVT Master to consider the zone a cooling caller in a linked system. In a singlezone application, the cooling requirement begins as soon as the space
temperature exceeds the
value be set no less than 0.5°F above the
setpoint.
– Orange
The space temperature must be greater than the
generate a high space temperature alarm. We recommend that this value be set
no less than 0.5°F above the
setpoint. We recommend that the
setpoint.
setpoint for
setpoint to
75°F
76°F
The heating setpoint the controller maintains while in unoccupied mode.
The cooling setpoint the controller maintains while in unoccupied mode.
– Light Blue
The space temperature must be less than the
Master to consider the zone an unoccupied heating caller in a linked system. In a single-zone
setpoint for the VVT
76°F 77°F 79°F
78°F 78°F 81°F
D: – Gray
55°F
R:
45 to 100°F
D: – Gray
90°F
R:
-40 to 245°F
D:
54°F
R:
-40 to 245°F
below the
be set no less than 0.5°F below the
– Dark Blue
The space temperature must be less than the
unoccupied low space temperature alarm. We recommend that this value be set no less than
0.5°F below the
– Yellow
The space temperature must be greater than the
Master to consider the zone an unoccupied cooling caller in a linked system. In a single-zone
application, the unoccupied cooling requirement begins as soon as the space temperature
exceeds the
be set no less than 0.5°F above the
– Orange
The space temperature must be greater than the
unoccupied high space temperature alarm. We recommend that this value be set no less than
0.5°F above the
setpoint. We recommend that the
setpoint.
setpoint to generate an
setpoint.
setpoint for the VVT
setpoint. We recommend that the
setpoint.
setpoint to generate an
setpoint.
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value
value
D:
R:
D:
R:
D:
R:
52°F
-40 to 245°F
91°F
-40 to 245°F
93°F
-40 to 245°F
Appendix A: RTU Open Points/Properties
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Heating Capacity
Heating Design Temp
Cooling Capacity
Cooling Design Temp
Hysteresis
Time
Temp
Occupied heating setpoint: 70°
75.5°
70.5°
Occupied cooling setpoint: 76°
.5° hysteresis
.5° hysteresis
Effective Setpoints
changes when the heating system runs at full capacity to maintain designed occupied heating
setpoint.
system must run constantly to maintain comfort. This information is available in ASHRAE
publications and most design references.
changes when cooling system runs at full capacity to maintain designed occupied cooling
setpoint.
system must run constantly to maintain comfort. This information is available in ASHRAE
publications and most design references.
– The desired difference between the temperature at which the zone color changes
as the zone temperature departs from the acceptable range between the heating and cooling
setpoints (green) into the Cooling 1 (yellow) or Heating 1 (light blue) and the temperature at
which the zone color changes back to the acceptable range between the heating and cooling
setpoints.
For example, the following graph shows the zone color that results as the zone temperature
departs from and returns to the acceptable range in a zone with the following settings:
•Color Change Hysteresis = .5° (applies as the temperature returns to the acceptable
range)
• Occupied cooling setpoint = 76°
• Occupied heating setpoint = 70°
5°F/hr
D: – Used for Optimal Start, this is the rate at which the zone temperature
R:
0 to 120°F/hr
0°F
D: – The geographically-based outdoor air temperature at which the heating
R:
-100 to 150°F
5°F/hr
D: – Used for Optimal Start, this is the rate at which the zone temperature
R:
0 to 140°F/hr
100°F
D: – The geographically-based outdoor air temperature at which the cooling
R:
-100 to 150°F
D:
0.5°F
R:
0 to 120°F
The Effective Setpoints graph shows the current occupied or unoccupied setpoints. If occupied, these values are the current
programmed setpoints plus the offset of any setpoint adjustment that may be in affect. If unoccupied, the values are the
programmed unoccupied setpoints.
(Occupied or Unoccupied, depending on mode) The current programmed
setpoint adjusted by any offset that may be in effect.
(Occupied or Unoccupied, depending on mode) The current programmed
setpoint adjusted by any offset that may be in effect.
begin to adjust the effective setpoints to achieve the occupied setpoints by the time scheduled
occupancy begins. Enter 0 to disable Optimal Start.
occupancy that will energize BO - 6 (Humidi-MiZer™).
unoccupied time period that starts the unit and energizes BO - 6 (Humidi-MiZer™).
- The outside air damper position at which the controller energizes the
Power Exhaust relay.
, and
>
must be set to
must be set to
.
R: 0 to 120°F
R:
0 to 120°F
4 hr
D: – The earliest time, prior to occupancy, at which the Optimal Start function may
R:
0 to 4 hr
D: – The percentage of relative humidity in the space during
60%rh
R:
0 to Unoccupied
RH Control
Setpoint
D: – The percentage of relative humidity in the space during the
95%
R:
30 to 100%
D: – The design difference between indoor and outdoor CO2 levels.
650ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
D:
50% Open
R:
20 to 90% Open
Alarm Configuration
i-Vu / Field Assistant:
BACview:
setpoint and subtracted from the occupied low effective setpoint to establish the
occupied high and low limits that the space temperature must exceed before an
occupied SPT alarm is generated. The alarm returns to normal when the space
temperature drops below the high effective setpoint or rises above the low effective
setpoint.
temperature alarm is generated when the controller transitions to the occupied mode.
The delay time equals this value multiplied by the difference between the sensor
temperature and occupied alarm setpoint plus 15 minutes.
below to generate a
fixed hysteresis of 1° F for return to normal.
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–The value that the space temperature must drop
in the unoccupied mode. There is a
>
3°F
D: – This value is added to the occupied high effective
R:
0 to 20°F
10 minutes
D: – Determines the amount of delay before an occupied space
R:
0 to 60 minutes
45°F
D:
R:
-60 to 250°F
Appendix A: RTU Open Points/Properties
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Unoccupied High SPT Alarm Limit
Space Temperature Alarm
Supply Air Temperature Alarm
Low SAT Alarm Limit
Supply Air Temp Alarm
High SAT Alarm Limit
Supply Air Temp Alarm
Space Humidity Alarm
Low Space Humidity Alarm Limit
Configuration >Unit Configuration >Input 1
Function
Space RH Sensor
High Space Humidity Alarm Limit
Configuration >Unit Configuration >Input 1
Function
Space RH Sensor
IAQ/Ventilation Alarm
Occupied High CO2 Alarm Limit
IAQ Alarm
Configuration >Unit
Configuration >Input 1
Function
IAQ Sensor
Navigation:
Properties > Equipment > Configuration > Service Configuration
HOME > CONFIG > SERVICE
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Unit Type
Heat/Cool
HP O/B Ctrl
HP Y1/W1 Ctrl
– The value that the space temperature must
exceed to generate a
fixed hysteresis of 1° F for return to normal.
– The value that the supply air temperature must drop below to
generate a
. There is a fixed hysteresis of 1° F for return to
normal.
– The value that the supply air temperature must exceed to
generate a
. There is a fixed hysteresis of 1° F for return to
normal.
– The value that the relative humidity must drop
below to generate a Low Space Humidity Alarm. Requires a space relative humidity
transmitter and
.
– The value that the relative humidity must rise
above to generate a High Space Humidity Alarm. Requires a space relative humidity
transmitter and
.
in the unoccupied mode. There is a
(or 2)
(or 2)
set to
set to
D:
R:
D:
R:
D:
R:
D:
R:
D:
R:
90°F
-60 to 250°F
45°F
-60 to 250°F
120°F
-60 to 250°F
30%
0 – 99 %
70%
0 – 99 %
– The value that the CO2 sensor must exceed to
generate an
in the occupied mode. There is a fixed hysteresis of 100ppm
for return to normal. Requires a space CO2 sensor and
(or 2)
set to
Service Configuration
i-Vu / Field Assistant:
BACview:
– The type of equipment that the RTU Open is controlling.
Options:
– Standard rooftop air handling unit.
– Heat Pump application, uses reversing valve output to control heating
and cooling.
– Carrier Heat Pump application only.
D:
1200ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
.
D:
Heat/Cool
R:
Heat/Cool
HP O/B Ctrl
HP Y1/W1 Ctrl
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Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Compressor Stages
Economizer Exists
Yes
Heat Type
Number Of Heat Stages
Continuous Occupied Exhaust
Yes
No
Power Exhaust Setpoint.
Indoor CO2 Sensor Value @min (ma)
Indoor CO2 Sensor Value @max (ma)
Outdoor CO2 Sensor Value @min (ma)
Outdoor CO2 Sensor Value @max (ma)
System Space Temperature
System Cool Demand Level
System Heat Demand Level
System Outside Air Temperature
network readable when enabled. Requires that controller is equipped with an outdoor
Service Test
Service Test
Disable
Fan Test
Disable
Service Test
Enable
Compressor 1 Test
Service
Test
Enable
– Set to
an economizer damper.
– Configures the exhaust fan control strategy (BO-8). If
, the power exhaust runs continuously in occupied mode and is off in unoccupied
mode. If
input at the appropriate input channel.
input at the appropriate input channel.
input at the appropriate input channel.
input at the appropriate input channel.
controller is using for control (if applicable).
, the power exhaust is controlled by the
D: – The number of mechanical cooling stages.
One Stage
R:
One Stage
Two Stages
D: to enable economizer control for units equipped with
No
R:
No/Yes
D: – The type of heating that the unit has.
Electric
R:
Electric/Gas
D: – The number of heat stages.
R: 2 1 /2 /0 (no heating)
D:
No
R:
No/Yes
D: – The CO2 value that corresponds to a 4mA
0ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
D: – The CO2 value that corresponds to a 20mA
2000 ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
D: – The CO2 value that corresponds to a 4 mA
0ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
D: – The CO2 value that corresponds to a 20 mA
2000 ppm
R:
0 to 9999 ppm
D: – The network space temperature value that the
-999.00 °F
R:
N/A
network.
network.
air temperature sensor.
– Enable to stop automatic control so you can test the controller's
outputs. Automatically resets to
after 1 hour.
– Enable to test the controller's fan speeds. Sequences fan from low to high
speed and operates at each speed for 1 minute. Resets to
must be set to
.
– Enable to test the controller's compressor 1 output.
must be set to
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.
when complete.
D: – The system cool demand level being received over the
0.00
R:
0 - 3
D: – The system heat demand level being received over the
0.00
R:
0 - 3
D: – Allows the outside air temperature value to be
-999.0°F
R:
N/A
D:
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
D:
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
D:
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
Appendix A: RTU Open Points/Properties
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Compressor 2 Test
Service
Test
Enable
Heat 1 Test
Service Test
Enable
Heat 2 Test
Service Test
Enable
Reversing Valve Test
Service
Test
Enable
Dehumidification Test
Service
Test
Enable
Power Exhaust Test
Service Test
Enable
Economizer Test
Service Test
Enable
Analog Output 2 Test
Navigation:
Properties > Equipment > Maintenance
HOME > MAINT
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Unit
Occupancy Status
Space Temp Sensor –
Sensor Failure
SPT Sensor
T55/56
Network
Airside Linkage
Locked Value
Safety Chain Feedback
must be set to
– Enable to test the controller's heat 1 output.
to
.
– Enable to test the controller's heat 2 output.
to
.
must be set to
must be set to
must be set to
– Set to a value between 0 and 100% to test the controller's
economizer output.
– Enable to test the controller's compressor 2 output.
.
must be set
must be set
– Enable to test the controller's reversing valve output.
.
– Enable to test the controller's humidimizer output.
.
– Enable to test the controller's exhaust fan output.
.
must be set to
.
D:
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
D:
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
D:
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
D:
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
D:
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
D:
Disable
R:
Disable/Enable
D:
0% Open
R:
0 to 100% Open
D: – Analog Output 2 (0-10 Vdc) is currently unused.
0%
R:
0 to 100%
Maintenance
i-Vu / Field Assistant:
BACview:
schedule, a local schedule, or a timed override.
Options:
– No valid space temperature or sensor status = failed.
– An SPT sensor is connected to the controller’s Rnet port.
– A T55, T56, or T59 sensor is connected to the controller’s J20 terminals.
– A network temperature sensor is bound to the controller’s space temperature
AV.
– The space temperature from a linked terminal.
–The controller’s space temperature input has been manually locked at a
value.
typically used for safety devices that immediately stop unit operation when tripped.
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The source of the controlling space temperature value.
R: – The controller's occupancy status as determined by a network
Occupied/Unoccupied
R:
Sensor Failure
SPT Sensor
T55/T56
Network
Airside Linkage
Locked Value
R: - Indicates a completed circuit from J1, 1 to J1, 9. This circuit is
Off/Run Enabled
Point Name/Description
Default/Range
Fire Shutdown
Shutdown
Compressor Safety Status
Trouble
Enthalpy Status
Humidistat Input Status
Reset Supply Fan Runtime Alarm
Clear
Supply Fan Runtime
Reset Comp 1 Runtime Alarm
Clear
Compressor 1 Runtime
Reset Comp 2 Runtime Alarm
Clear
Compressor 2 Runtime
Reset Filter Runtime Alarm
On
Filter Runtime
Occupancy
BAS On/Off
Inactive
Occupied
Unoccupied
Schedules
Pushbutton Override
Active
Override Time Remaining
Runtime
Supply Fan Runtime
Reset Supply Fan Runtime Alarm
Compressor 1 Runtime
Reset Comp 1 Runtime Alarm
Compressor 2 Runtime
Reset Comp 2 Runtime Alarm
Filter Runtime
Reset Filter Runtime Alarm
–
–
tripped.
– Set to
– Set to
– Set to
– Set to
– Determines the occupancy state of the controller and can be set over the
network by another device or third party BAS.
Options:
– Occupancy is determined by a configured schedule.
– The controller is always in the occupied mode.
– The controller is always in the unoccupied mode.
to reset
to reset
to reset
to reset
R: indicates that a fire shutdown is in effect. Run Enabled/
Shutdown
R: indicates that the compressor safety device has
Normal/Trouble
R: – The enthalpy status determined by an enthalpy switch. High/Low
R: – The humidity status determined by a humidistat. High/Low
D: to 0.
Run
R:
Run/Clear
D: to 0.
Run
R:
Run/Clear
D: to 0.
Run
R:
Run/Clear
D: to 0.
Off
R:
Off/On
D:
Inactive
R:
Inactive
Occupied
Unoccupied
R: – The controller's occupancy status based on the schedule. Occupied/Unoccupied
override the occupancy state.
energized since the runtime was last reset to 0 using
been energized since the runtime was last reset 0 using
been energized since the runtime was last reset using
runtime was last reset to 0 using
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–
indicates if a user pushed the sensor's override button to
– The amount of time remaining in an override period. 0 to 240 minutes
– The total number of hours that the supply fan relay has been
– The total number of hours that the Compressor 1 relay has
– The total number of hours that the Compressor 2 relay has
– The total number of hours that the unit has been operating since the
R:
Off/Active
R:
R: . ___ hr
R: . ___ hr
R: . ___ hr
R: . ___ hr
Appendix A: RTU Open Points/Properties
Navigation:
Properties > Equipment > Alarms
HOME > ALARM
Point Name/Description
Range
Safety Chain
Fire Shutdown
Compressor Safety
Space Temp Sensor –
Supply Air Temp Sensor –
Outdoor Air Temp Sensor Alarm –
Space Relative Humidity Sensor –
IAQ Sensor –
OAQ Sensor –
Space Temperature –
Alarming Temperature
Alarm Limit Exceeded
High Supply Air Temperature
High SAT
Alarm Limit
Low Supply Air Temperature
Low SAT
Alarm Limit
Setpoint Slider
Switch Configuration
Analog Input Configuration
High Space Relative Humidity
High
Space Humidity Alarm Limit
Low Space Relative Humidity
Low
Space Humidity Alarm Limit
High CO2
Occupied High CO2 Alarm Limit
Supply Fan Runtime
Supply Fan
Service Alarm Timer
Compressor 1 Runtime
Compressor 1 Service Alarm Timer
Alarms
limit.
i-Vu / Field Assistant:
BACview:
Indicates if the indoor air quality (CO
Indicates if the outdoor air quality (CO
) sensor fails.
2
) sensor fails.
2
R: – Indicates if the Safety Chain circuit trips. Normal/Alarm
R: – Indicates if the Fire Shutdown circuit trips. Normal/Alarm
R: – Indicates if the Compressor Safety circuit trips. Normal/Alarm
R: Indicates if the space temperature sensor fails. Normal/Alarm
R: Indicates if the supply air temperature sensor fails. Normal/Alarm
R: Indicates if the outdoor air temperature sensor fails. Normal/Alarm
R: Indicates if the space relative humidity sensor fails. Normal/Alarm
R:
Normal/Alarm
R:
Normal/Alarm
R: Indicates if the space temperature sensor exceeds the high or low alarm
Normal/Alarm
R: – The value of the alarming space temperature sensor. The sensor's
range
R: – The alarm limit that the alarming space temperature sensor exceeded. -60 to 250°F
3, 5, 8, & 9 Functions.
& 2 Functions.
– Indicates if the indoor CO2 level rises above the
– Indicates if the supply fan runtime exceeds the value of the
– Indicates if the supply air temperature exceeds the
– Indicates if the supply air temperature falls below the
– Indicates if the space relative humidity exceeds the
– Indicates if the space relative humidity falls below the
– Indicates if the compressor 1 runtime exceeds the value of the
R: . Normal/Alarm
R: . Normal/Alarm
R: – Indicates if the T56 sensor's setpoint slider potentiometer fails. Normal/Alarm
R: – Indicates if a duplicate configuration exists for two or more binary Input
Normal/Alarm
R: – Indicates if a duplicate configuration exists at the analog Input 1
Normal/Alarm
R: . Normal/Alarm
R: . Normal/Alarm
R: . Normal/Alarm
R: . Normal/Alarm
R: . Normal/Alarm
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Point Name/Description
Range
Compressor 2 Runtime
Compressor 2 Service Alarm Timer
Occupancy Status
Space Temperature
Occupied Cooling Setpoint
Occupied Heating Setpoint
Unoccupied Cooling Setpoint
Unoccupied Heating Setpoint
Indoor Air CO2
Space Relative Humidity
– Indicates if the compressor 1 runtime exceeds the value of the
– Indicates a dirty filter condition when the filter runtime exceeds the value of the
or in response to a filter status switch binary input.
Linkage
BACview:
Linkage Collector – Allows access to the Collector's details.
– If
, the controller is a stand-alone device.
If
is
the VVT Master (as applicable):
, the controller is part of a linked system. If
, the following provide information received from
>
R: . Normal/Alarm
R:
Clean/Dirty
R: – Indicates if Linkage fails in a zoned system using Linkage. Normal/Alarm
R:
Active/Not Active
I/O Points
The values shown on the I/O Points Properties page are the raw values at the I/O objects and may not match
values shown on status displays that are affected by control program logic.
i-Vu users logged in as Power User and above are able to edit various parameters associated with the input
channels and the display names for all channels.
We strongly recommend that you leave these parameters at their defaults. The RTU Open is not a
programmable controller. I/O can only be used for the purpose designed in the equipment control program.
Modifying these parameters may result in unpredictable equipment control.
See Wiring inputs and outputs (page 12) for more information. This table lists each of the I/O Channels, their
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functions, associated hardware, and terminal numbers.
Appendix A: RTU Open Points/Properties
i-Vu / Field Assistant:
Navigation:
Properties > I/O Points
N/A
Point Name/Description
Space Temp
input 1
input 2
input 6
input 7
input 10
input 11
slidepot voltage reading
input 3
input 4
input 5
input 8
input 9
Sensor Invalid
ao 1
ao 2
relay 1
relay 2
relay 3
relay 4
relay 5
relay 6
relay 7
relay 8
BACview:
– The value of the Optional SPT (Rnet) sensor. Also allows i-Vu & Field Assistant users access to sensor
configuration. See Carrier Sensors Installation Guide
– Input Channel 1; 4 - 20 mA only. User-configurable for IAQ, OAQ, or Space RH.
– Input Channel 2; 4 - 20 mA only. User-configurable for IAQ, OAQ, or Space Relative Humidity.
– Input Channel 6; 10K Thermistor only. Supply Air Temperature.
– Input Channel 7; 10K Thermistor only. Outside Air Temperature.
– Input Channel 10; 10K Thermistor only. Space Temperature (T55, 56, 59).
– Input Channel 5; Dry Contact only. User-configurable for No Function, Fire Shutdown, Fan Status, Filter
Status, Remote Occupancy, or Door Contact.
– Input Channel 8; Dry Contact only. User-configurable for No Function, Enthalpy, Fan Status, Filter Status,
Remote Occupancy, or Door Contact.
– Input Channel 9; Dry Contact only. User-configurable for No Function, Humidistat, Fan Status, Filter Status,
Remote Occupancy, or Door Contact.
– Reflects the status of the Space Temp (Rnet) input. On = Space Temp invalid,
Off = Space Temp valid.
– Analog Output Channel 1; jumper selectable.
– Analog Output Channel 2; 0 - 10 Vdc. Not Utilized.
– Binary Output 1; Fan (G) Output.
– Binary Output 2; Heat 2 (W2) Output.
– Binary Output 3; Heat 1 (W1) Output.
– Binary Output 4; Cool 2 (Y2) Output.
– Binary Output 5; Cool 1 (Y1) Output.
– Binary Output 6; Humidi-MiZer ™ Output.
– Binary Output 7; Reversing Valve Output.
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– Binary Output 8; Power Exhaust Output.
Appendix B: Single Point Linkage and Device Address Binding
Single Point Linkage
The RTU Open receives data from other Open controllers when they are installed as part of an Open system.
The data transfer may take the form of Single Point Linkage (SPL), which is automatic, or Device Address
Binding, which you must configure.
Currently, the RTU Open implements Single Point Linkage for 3 variables: Refer to configuration section -
complete list - make list to system system configuration1.....might be different for RTU - might be unit config
• System Cool Demand Level
• System Heat Demand Level
• System Outside Air Temperature
Network Points for which SPL has been implemented are displayed in i-Vu and Field Assistant on the
Properties page > Network Points tab.
The following example involves outside air temperature. System Heat & Cool Demand Level behaves
similarly, except that their usage involves a specific application loaded on a Universal Controller Open. See UC Open Installation Guide for additional information. In either case, note that the BACnet type and instance
numbers specified in the
Network variables for which SPL is used are easily identified on the Properties page > Network Points tab.
The asterisk in the BACnet address invokes the SPL function. These addresses cause the controller to issue a
BACnet “who has” command for this variable. The controller binds to the closest of the first five devices from
which it receives a valid response.
Address field of these variables have been predefined.
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Appendix B: Single Point Linkage and Device Address Binding
Device Address Binding
As described previously, Device Address Binding allows the RTU Open to receive data from other Open
controllers when they are connected by a network. You must configure this method.
Currently, the RTU Open allows Device Address Binding (DAB) only for System Space Temperature.
Network Points on which DAB may be implemented are displayed in i-Vu and Field Assistant on the Properties
page >
Network Points tab with an undefined BACnet address.