Installing the VVT Zone II............................................................................................................................................. 6
What is a VVT Zone II? ......................................................................................................................................... 1
Mounting the VVT Zone II ..................................................................................................................................... 6
To mount the controller and actuator .................................................................................................. 6
Wiring the VVT Zone II for power ..................................................................................................................... 10
To wire the controller for power .......................................................................................................... 11
Addressing the VVT Zone II ............................................................................................................................... 12
Wiring for communications .............................................................................................................................. 12
Wiring specifications for BACnet MS/TP and ARC156 ...................................................................... 12
To wire the controller to the BACnet network .................................................................................... 13
Wiring devices to the VVT Zone II's Rnet port ............................................................................................... 13
Single duct only ................................................................................................................................... 26
Single duct 2-position hot water ......................................................................................................... 27
Single duct modulating hot water ...................................................................................................... 28
Single duct SCR electric heat ............................................................................................................. 29
Single duct combination base board and ducted heat ..................................................................... 30
Single duct staged electric heat ......................................................................................................... 31
Fan box 2-position hot water .............................................................................................................. 32
Fan box modulating hot water - ducted or baseboard ...................................................................... 33
Fan box SCR electric heat ................................................................................................................... 34
Fan box combination baseboard and ducted heat ........................................................................... 35
Fan box 2-stage electric heat ............................................................................................................. 36
Wiring field-supplied actuators to the analog output ........................................................................ 37
Configuring the VVT Zone II's properties ........................................................................................................ 40
Performing system checkout ........................................................................................................................... 41
Commissioning the VVT Zone II ....................................................................................................................... 42
Balancing the system ........................................................................................................................................ 42
Step 1: Prepare for balancing ............................................................................................................ 43
Step 2: Balance each zone ................................................................................................................ 43
Step 3: Set the system static pressure ............................................................................................. 44
Contents
Sequence of operation .............................................................................................................................................. 46
To adjust the driver properties.................................................................................................................................. 56
Appendix A: VVT Zone II Points/Properties ............................................................................................................ 65
Appendix C: ZS Sensor display for VVT Zone II ....................................................................................................... 94
Appendix D: BACnet points list ................................................................................................................................ 95
Document revision history ........................................................................................................................................ 98
Temperature sensors ........................................................................................................................................ 46
Zone airflow control ........................................................................................................................................... 47
Zone reheat control ........................................................................................................................................... 48
Demand control ventilation (DCV) and dehumidification using optional sensors ................................... 49
Common Alarms ................................................................................................................................................ 59
Specific Events ................................................................................................................................................... 60
To get the serial number .................................................................................................................................. 62
To restore factory defaults ............................................................................................................................... 63
To replace the battery ....................................................................................................................................... 63
CE Compliance ................................................................................................................................................... 64
Unit Configuration .............................................................................................................................................. 66
Service Configuration ........................................................................................................................................ 77
The VVT Zone II (#OPN-VVTZC-02), a component of the i-Vu® Control System, controls zone temperature in single
duct, fan powered, Variable Volume and Temperature (VVT
The VVT Zone II is available in both English or Metric units. The metric version has (-M) appended to the
part number. Everything in this document applies to both versions.
The VVT Zone II with actuator maintains zone temperature by operating the terminal fan and regulating the flow of
conditioned air into the space. Buildings with diverse loading conditions can be supported by controlling the air
source heating and cooling sources or supplemental heat. The VVT Zone II provides dedicated control functions for
single duct and fan box terminals with modulating heat, up to 3 stages of ducted heat, or combination baseboard
and ducted heat.
The i-Vu Control System uses linkage to exchange data between the zone terminals and their air source 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.
You can disconnect the actuator from the controller and mount them separately, connecting them with just the
actuator cable or using an additional extension cable, up to a maximum distance of 300 feet.
The following illustration shows the VVT Zone II in a typical i-Vu® Control System.
This document gives instructions for field-installation of a VVT Zone II in an i-Vu® Control System. However,
VVT Zone IIs are available factory-mounted to Carrier’s round and rectangular dampers. Damper assemblies have
an integrated duct temperature sensor.
Act Net port To connect the actuator cable and the VVT Zone II
BACnet port
Rnet port
Local Access port For system start-up and troubleshooting using Field Assistant
For communication with the controller network using BACnet ARC156 (156 kbps)
or BACnet MS/TP (9600 bps – 76.8 kbps)
•Supports up to 5 wireless and/or ZS sensors, and one Equipment Touch or
TruVu™ ET Display.
•Supplies 12 Vdc/200 mA power to the Rnet at an ambient temperature of
77°F (25°C) with a 24 Vac nominal power source.
NOTE Ambient temperature and power source fluctuations may reduce the
power supplied by the Rnet port.
If the total power required by the sensors on the Rnet exceeds the power
supplied by the Rnet port, use an external power source. The Wireless Adapter,
Equipment Touch, or TruVu™ ET Display must be powered by an external power
source. See the specifications in each device's Installation and Start-up Guide to
determine the power required.
Thermistor inputs Accepts Precon type II thermistors (10kOhm at 77°F [25°C])
Range: -50°F (-45.5°C) to 250°F (121.1°C)
Dry contact inputs A 3.3 Vdc wetting voltage used to detect the contact position, resulting in a 0.3
mA maximum sense current when the contacts are closed.
Voltage inputs 0-5 Vdc. Input impedance is approximately 30 kOhms
Input resolution 10 bit A/D
Binary outputs 3 binary outputs, relay contact rated at 1 A max. @ 24 Vac/Vdc. Configured
normally open.
Analog output 1 analog output, 0–10 Vdc (5 mA max).
The controlled device must have a minimum of 2000 Ohms resistance measured
from its input to ground and must share the same ground as the controller.
Output resolution 8 bit D/A
Battery 10-year Lithium CR2032 battery retains the following data for a maximum of
10,000 hours during power outages: control programs, editable properties,
schedules, and trends.
Protection Built-in surge and transient protection for power and communications in
compliance with EN61000-6-1.
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, input, and output connections are also protected against
transient excess voltage/surge events lasting no more than 10 msec.
To protect against large electrical surges on serial EIA-485
networks, place a PROT485 at each place wire enters or exits the building.
BT485 connector You attach a BT485 (not included) to a controller at the beginning and end of a
network segment to add bias and to terminate a network segment.
Status indicators LEDs indicate status of communications, running, errors, power, and digital
outputs
Environmental operating
32 to 130°F (0 to 54.4°C), 10–90% relative humidity, non-condensing
range
Storage temperature range -24 to 140°F (-30 to 60°C), 0 to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Physical UL94-5VA plenum rated enclosure for installation in plenum (or other space for
environmental air) in accordance with NEC Section 300.22 (c) and (d)
Controller and actuator
overall dimensions
Controller and actuator
mounting dimensions
Controller overall
dimensions
Controller mounting
dimensions
Actuator overall dimensions Width:
Actuator mounting
Width:
Height:
8.9 in. (22.7 cm)
5.9 in. (15.0 cm)
7.1 in. (18.0 cm) from left side controller mounting hole centerline to actuator
mounting hole centerline
Width:
Height:
Depth:
6.4 in. (16.3 cm)
5.7 in. (14.5 cm)
2.1 in. (5.3 cm)
5.3 in. (13.4 cm) from left side controller mounting hole centerline to right side
controller mounting hole centerline
3.0 in. (7.6 cm)
Height:
Depth:
5.9 in. (15.0 cm)
2.5 in. (6.4 cm)
4.4 in. (11.2 cm) from shaft centerline to actuator mounting hole centerline
dimensions
Panel depth 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) minimum
Shaft dimensions Minimum shaft diameter: .25 in. (.64 cm)
Maximum shaft diameter: .63 in. (1.59 cm)
Minimum shaft length: 1.75 in. (4.45 cm)
Weight 1.8 lbs (0.82 kg)
BACnet support Conforms to the BACnet Advanced Application Controller (B-AAC) Standard Device
Profile as defined in ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135-2012 (BACnet) Annex L,
Protocol Revision 9
Listed by UL-916 (PAZX), cUL-916 (PAZX7), FCC Part 15-Subpart B, Class B, CE
Air conditioning equipment will provide safe and reliable service when operated within design specifications. The
equipment should be operated and serviced only by authorized personnel who have a thorough knowledge of
system operation, safety devices, and emergency procedures.
Good judgment should be used in applying any manufacturer's instructions to avoid injury to personnel or damage
to equipment and property.
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.
materials such as mercury contactors.
Follow all local, state, and federal laws regarding disposal of equipment containing hazardous
Each zone controller installation requires the following field-supplied components:
• zone terminal unit
• round or rectangular mounting bracket
• space temperature sensor
• supply air temperature sensor
• 2x4 in. standard single gang electrical box
• transformer — 24 Vac, 40 VA
• two no. 10 x 1/2-in. sheet metal screws (to secure SAT sensor to duct)
• two no. 6-32 x 5/8-in. screws (to mount space temperature sensor base to electrical box)
• wiring
• bushings (required when mounting SAT sensor in a duct 6-in. (15.2 cm) or less in diameter)
Optional:
• contractors (if required for fan or electric heat)
• indoor air quality sensor
• relative humidity sensor
• 2 screws and 2 hollow wall anchors (to mount relative humidity sensor directly to wall)
• valve and actuator for hot water heat (if required)
Disconnect the actuator from the controller by inserting a screw driver in the slot on the back of the VVT Zone II
and pressing the tab. The actuator cable or an attached extension cable must connect to the controller's
port.
If you need to mount the actuator more than 14 in. from the controller, you can use an 18 AWG wire for an
extension cable. The maximum distance that the actuator and controller can be separated is 300 feet (91.4 m).
Connect the extension cable to the end of the actuator cable. You can use connectors or splice the wires.
Terminate the extension cable in the
1 Turn the damper shaft to fully close the damper.
2 Mount the controller to the VVT terminal by sliding the clamp assembly onto the damper shaft.
7 Hold down the actuator damper release button and rotate the damper from fully closed to fully open. If the
damper traveled less than 90 degrees, do the following to set the actuator's fully open position:
a) Loosen the appropriate stop clamp screw. See figure below.
b) Move the stop clamp until it contacts the
edge of the actuator cam.
c) Tighten the screw.
8 Hold down the actuator damper release button, rotate the damper to verify that it fully opens and closes, then
release the button.
•The VVT Zone II 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.
• Carrier controllers can share a power supply as long as you:
• Maintain the same polarity.
• Use the power supply only for Carrier controllers.
Do not apply line voltage (mains voltage) to the controller's ports and terminals.
1 Pull the screw terminal connector from the controller's power terminals labeled
2 Check the communications wiring for shorts and grounds.
3 Connect the communications wiring to the controller’s screw terminals labeled
4 Set the communication type and baud rate.
Attaching any ARCNET or MS/TP network to the
Use the same polarity throughout the network segment.
port damages BT485s, DIAG485s, or
and
.
, and
.
ARC156
N/A. Baud rate will be 156 kbps regardless of the
DIP switch settings.
MS/TP
The appropriate baud rate. See the
diagram on the controller.
Use the same baud rate for all controllers on the network segment.
5 If the VVT Zone II is at either end of a network segment, connect a BT485 to the VVT Zone II.
6 Insert the power screw terminal connector into the VVT Zone II's power terminals.
7 Verify communication with the network by viewing a Module Status report in the i-Vu® interface.
The Rnet communicates at a rate of 115 kbps and should be wired in a daisy-chain or hybrid configuration.
Supports up to
• 5 wireless and/or ZS sensors
• One Equipment Touch
• One TruVu™ ET Display
For more detailed instructions, see the device's Installation Guide.
The Rnet port provides 12 Vdc/200 mA* maximum at 32°F (25°C). that can be used to power zone sensors. If
the total power required by the sensors on the Rnet exceeds the power supplied by the port, use an external
power supply. See the sensor's Installation and Start-up Guide to determine the power required.
* These numbers will be reduced at higher temperatures.
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)
ZS Sensors are thermistor-based temperature sensors that may optionally sense humidity, CO2, or VOC. ZS
Sensors are wired to the Rnet port on i-Vu® Open controllers.
You can use the following ZS sensors:
• ZS Standard
• ZS Plus
• ZS Pro
The ZS CO2 model uses 190 mA during sample period. Use auxiliary 12 Vdc, unless it is the only device on
the Rnet port.
1 Remove power from the VVT Zone II.
2 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.
3 Wire each terminal on the sensor to the same terminal on the controller. See diagram below.
Carrier recommends that you use the following Rnet wiring scheme:
The Carrier wireless sensors are available in 868, 902, and 928 MHz radio frequency. The sensors are thermistorbased temperature sensors that may optionally sense humidity.
Wireless sensors communicate through a Wireless Adapter, which is wired to the Rnet port of the controller.
• A v6.5 or later i-Vu® system
• v6-xx-xxx or later controller drivers
To configure the control program for the desired user interaction with the sensor, see the Wireless Sensors
Application Guide. For detailed instructions, see the Wireless Sensors Installation Guide.
To wire, power, and mount the Wireless Adapter
•The Wireless Adapter requires a 24 Vac power supply. It is not powered by the Rnet.
Do not apply line voltage (mains voltage) to the Wireless Adapter.
•If the Wireless Adapter will be:
○ Daisy-chained on the Rnet with ZS sensors, an Equipment Touch, or TruVu™ ET Displayuse the standard
4-conductor Rnet wiring.
○ The only device on the Rnet, you can use a 3-conductor cable instead of the standard 4-conductor Rnet
cable.
1 Turn off the power to the controller that the Wireless Adapter will be wired to.
2 Partially cut, then bend and pull off the outer jacket of the Rnet cable(s). Do not nick the inner insulation.
3 Strip about 0.25 inch (0.6 cm) of the inner insulation from each wire.
To wire the Supply Air Temperature sensor to the controller
Part #33ZCT55SPT
This wall-mounted sensor monitors space temperature and can be used instead of a ZS or wireless sensors.
1 Strip the outer jacket from the cable for at least 3 inches (7.62 cm). Strip .25 inch (.6 cm) of insulation from
each wire. Cut the shield and drain wire from the cable.
2 Wire the sensor to the controller, attaching the red wire to the
terminal. See diagram below.
3 Verify that the
jumper is in the
position.
terminal and the black wire to the
Part #33ZCSENSAT
Each VVT Zone II requires that a temperature sensor be installed in the supply air stream. Mount the SAT sensor
at least 2 feet downstream from a hot water or steam coil, or at least 4 feet downstream from an electric heating
coil.
Wire the sensor to the controller. See diagram below.
1 Wire the sensor to the controller. See diagram below.
Sensor wiring does not have polarity. The wires can be connected to either terminal.
2 Using electrical tape, insulate any exposed wire to prevent shorting.
3 Connect shield to earth ground (if using shielded wire to extend cable length).
4 Verify that the
5 Verify that the
jumper is on.
jumper is in the left position.
Part #33ZCSPTCO2LCD-01 (Display model)
Part #33ZCSPTCO2-01 (No display)
Part #33ZCT55CO2 (No display)
A CO
sensor monitors carbon dioxide levels. As CO2 levels increase, the VVT Zone II adjusts the outside air
2
dampers to increase ventilation and improve indoor air quality. These sensors also monitor temperature using a
10K thermistor.
A CO
sensor can be wall-mounted or mounted in a return air duct. (Duct installation requires an Aspirator Box
2
Accessory - Part #33ZCASPCO2.)
The sensor has a range of 0–2000 ppm and a linear 4-20 mA output. This is converted to 1-5 Vdc by a 250 Ohm,
1/4 watt, 2% tolerance resistor connected across the zone controller's CO2 input terminals.
Do not use a relative humidity sensor and CO2 sensor on the same zone controller.
1 Wire the sensor to the controller. See appropriate diagram below.
To wire the Relative Humidity sensor to the controller
NOTE
RH/CO2
0-5 Vdc
Part #33ZCSENSRH-02
The Relative Humidity (RH) sensor is used for zone humidity control (dehumidification) if the rooftop unit has a
dehumidification device. If not, the sensor only monitors humidity.
Do not use a relative humidity sensor and CO2 sensor on the same zone 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 Using electrical tape, insulate any exposed resistor lead to prevent shorting.
You can wire a normally open or normally closed dry-contact occupancy sensor to the VVT Zone II's
as shown below. The controller supplies the voltage needed for the input.