
Universal-XR 1/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
Installation and Operating Instructions
UNIVERSAL–XR60CX
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Model Universal-XR is a 71x29 mm format microprocessor based controller, suitable for applications on high, medium or
low temperature refrigeration units. It is provided with three relay outputs to control compressor, defrost - which can be both
electrical or hot gas - and evaporator fans. It can work with PTC or NTC probes. Where defrost is being terminated by time,
it can operate with just one thermostat probe. Where defrost is being terminated by temperature, it has an input for an
evaporator probe(s).
The Universal-XR is equipped with a flashing visual alarm and buzzer.
Each instrument is fully configurable through special parameters that can be easily programmed through the keypad.
2. QUICK START UP PROCEDURE – Up and running in 5 easy steps
This Quick Start Up section is designed to get you up and running with the minimum of fuss. Just follow these 5 simple steps.
Install the new Universal-XR per the installation instructions included with the controller.
Turn on power,
THEN WITHIN 1 MINUTE COMPLETE STEPS 3, 4 AND 5.
Press the “SET” and “DOWN” key for 3 seconds and the controller will automatically recognise and
adjust itself to the type of probes connected. (The display briefly shows tPd followed by ntC or PtC).
Press the “AUX/tC” key for 3 seconds and the setting of parameter tC is displayed. Use the UP or
DOWN keys to adjust to required setting then confirm by pressing SET (see table 1 below).
Press SET for 3 seconds until the °C or °F icon starts to flash, then adjust the SET POINT using the UP
or DOWN keys, then press SET again to confirm.
• Notes:
1. All probes must be of the same type, either PTC or NTC.
2. Probes must be at between --58 to 140°F for auto recognition to work;
3. If 1 minute expires before you have completed quick set up, either cycle the power OFF then ON to start the set up again or
enter Pr2 as per the instructions and adjust your parameter settings manually (see Section 9).

Universal-XR 2/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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Table 1: parameter “tC” settings
Note: As you change parameter tC, defaults change and should be approximately correct for that application but we strongly recom mend you check
all parameter default values listed in these instructions to ensure they suit your particular application and make further adjustments if necessary. Read
the following sections for information about programming.
3. TYPICAL CONNECTIONS - FOR GENERAL GUIDANCE ONLY
Table 2: typical connections
TC=2 Cooling, Off Cycle Defrost, Time Ended
TC=3 Cooling, Off Cycle Defrost, Temperature Ended
TC=4 Cooling, Off Cycle Defrost, Temperature Ended, Alarm Relay
TC=5 Cooling, Electric or Hot Gas Defrost Temperature Ended
TC6= Low Temp, Elec. Or Hot Gas Defrost, Temp. Ended, Fan
Control
TC7= Open Map to be Configured for any application
Actual Label on The Control in the Box.
Load1 is always Comp, or Heat.
Load2 is OAA and Load3 is OAb.
On / Off thermostat – Heating
XR110C, XR01CX, XR10C, XR10CX
Off cycle defrost (timed)
XR120C, XR02CX, XR20C, XR20CX
Off Cycle defrost time initiated / temperature terminated
Off Cycle defrost time initiated / temperature terminated, Alarm
Relay
Electrical / Hot Gas defrost, time initiated / temperature terminated
Electrical / Hot Gas defrost, time initiated / temperature terminated
+ evap. Fan delay and control
Full open map of parameters configure your own control

Universal-XR 3/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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4. PARAMETER TABLE and factory default settings
IMPORTANT: Always set parameter “tC” first. As you move “tC” between settings 1 to 7, all non-relevant parameters will be masked. After setting
“tC”, it will be possible to modify all the other relevant parameters.
Once the program is completed you may want to save the parameter map to a Hot Key. If the “tC” is changed after final program ming the
parameters will be changed back to the default listed below.
WARNING!!
Always switch the power OFF and then ON at the end of programming to update any parameter changes.
Make sure you connect the correct number of probes to suit the setting of parameter tC. Failure to do this will cause probe alarms
Room + Evaporator 1 + Display or AUX
Any probe alarms can be cleared by turning off / on the power
Table 3: default controller parameters
Type (category) of controller
4 = Time / temp defrost + alarm
6 = Time / temp defrost + fan delay
7 = Full Open Map Configurable
-55C to Set Point;
-67°F to Set Point
Set Point to 150C;
Set Point to 302°F
Second compressor start delay
Temperature alarm configuration
rE (0) = Relative to Set Point;
Ab (1) = Absolute
0 to 50C (Rel); ALL to 150C (Abs);
0 to 90F (Rel); ALL to 302C (Abs)
0 to 50C (Rel); -55C to ALU (Abs);
0 to 90C (Rel); -67C to ALU (Abs)
Delay of temperature alarm at start up
Outputs activation delay at start up
Set point for continuous cycle
-55 to 150°C;
-67 to 302°F
Defrost delay after thermostat override
Interval between defrosts
Maximum duration of defrost
Defrost termination temperature
-55 to 50C;
-67 to 122°F

Universal-XR 4/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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Maximum duration of defrost
(second evaporator)
Defrost termination temperature (second
evaporator)
-55 to 50C;
-67 to 122°F
Rt (0) = Real temp.
it (1) = Temp. at defrost start
sEt (2) = Set Point
dEF (3) = “DEF” label
dEG (4) = “DEG” label
El (0) = Electrical
rE (1) = Hot Gas
First defrost after power on
Y (0) = Immediate
N (1) = After normal interval
Evaporator fan operating mode
C_n (0) =On with Comp, off with defrost
O_n (1) =On regardless of comp, off w/
defrost
C_y (2) =On with comp, on with defrost
O_y (3) =Always on
Evaporator fan stop temperature
-55 to 50C;
-67 to 122°F
Evaporator fan delay after defrost
Thermostat probe calibration
-12.0 to 12.0C;
-21 to 21F
Evaporator probe presence
N (0) = evaporator probe not present
Y (1) = evaporator probe present
Evaporator probe calibration
-12.0 to 12.0C;
-21 to 21F
n (0) = third probe not present,
Y (1) = third probe present.
-12.0 to 12.0C;
-21 to 21F
Y (0) = With decimal point in C only
N (1) = No decimal point
Temperature measurement unit (°C/°F)
C (0) = Celsius
F (1) = Fahrenheit
P1 (0) = Thermostat probe
P2 (1) = Evaporator probe
P3 (2) = Third probe
sEt (3) = SET-POINT
0 to 20min0sec, res. 10sec
Cl (0) = cooling
Ht (1) = heating
Compressor ON time with faulty probe
Compressor OFF time with faulty probe
Alarm muting configuration for
buzzer & relay
n (0) = Mute buzzer only
Y (1) = Mute buzzer & relay
Second Digital input configuration
dEF(0) = Start defrost
dor (1) = Door switch
AUS (2) = Auxiliary relay
ES (3) = Energy saving
onF (4) = Remote On/OFF
EAl (5) = Generic alarm
bAl (6) = Serious alarm
Second Digital input polarity
Cl (0) = Closed circuit
oP (1) = Open circuit

Universal-XR 5/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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Door open – compressor / fan status
No (0) = No change
FAn (1) = Fan off
CPr (2) = Compressor off
F_C (3) = Compressor & Fan off
Defrost relay configuration
Alr (0) = Alarm;
db (1) = Dead Band;
AUS (2) = Auxiliary;
CP2 (3) = Second compressor output;
liG (4) = Light output;
dF2 (5) = Second defrost output.
dEF (6) =1st Defrost output
Fan (7) =Fan output
Auxiliary relay configuration
Alr (0) = Alarm;
db (1) = Dead Band;
AUS (2) = Auxiliary;
CP2 (3) = Second compressor output;
liG (4) = Light output;
dF2 (5) = Second defrost output.
dEF (6) =1st Defrost output
Fan (7) =Fan output
Cl (0) = [11 -12] closed with alarm
oP (1) = [11 -12] open with alarm
Exclude temperature alarm - door open
Restart regulation with door open alarm
Probe selection for Condenser Alarm
nP (0) =No Probe selected
P1 (1) =Probe 1
P2 (2) =Probe 2
P3 (3) =Probe3
Low temperature alarm of condenser
-55 to 150°C;
-67 to 302°F
High temperature alarm of condenser
-55 to 150°C;
-67 to 302°F
Differential for temperature condenser
alarm recovery
Condenser temperature alarm delay
Condenser temperature alarm exclusion at
start up
0 to 720 min, res. 10 min
Compressor off with low temperature alarm
of condenser
Compressor off with high temperature
alarm of condenser
Temperature deviation from normal
Set Point during Energy Saving
-30.0 to 30°C;
-54 to 54°F
nU (0) = Disabled
OFF (1) = Enabled
ES (2) = Energy saving
n (0) = Disabled
Y (1) = Enabled
Evaporator probe temperature

Universal-XR 6/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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5. PARAMETERS, FUNCTIONS IN DETAIL
Table 4: controller parameters in detail
Type of Controller: tells the Universal-XR which type of controller it will be operating as.
1 = on/off Heating thermostat – 1 relay & 1 probe;
2 = Combined thermostat with off cycle defrost timer – 1 relay & 1 probe;
3 = Combined thermostat with time initiated & time terminated defrost – 2 relays & 2 probe;
4 = Combined thermostat with time initiated & temperature terminated defrost – 2 relays & 2 probes; alarm
5 = Combined thermostat with time initiated, temperature terminated defrost + 2 relays & 2 probes; defrost
6 = Combined thermostat with time initiated, temperatures terminated defrost + evaporator fans control with delay after defrost – 3 relays & 3 probes;
7 = Combined thermostat with time initiated, temperatures terminated defrost + evaporator fans control with delay after defrost – 3 relays & 3 probes. Fully open map
Probe Type: configures the controller to work with PTC or NTC probes.
0= ptC = PTC,
1= ntC = NTC.
Differential: (1 to 50) sets the degrees above Set Point at which the compressor cuts in.
Note: when tC = 1 (heating applications) the tC value is automatically set below the Set Point. If the temperature decreases and reaches set point minus differential the regulation
output is activated and then turned off when the temperature reaches the set point value again.
Minimum set point limit: (-55°C to SET or -67°F to SET) sets the lower limit of set point adjustment.
Maximum set point limit: (SET to 150°C or SET to 302°F) sets the upper limit of set point adjustment.
Anti-short cycle delay: (0 to 50min) minimum interval between the compressor stop and the next possible restart.
Second compressor start delay: (0 to 255sec)
Probe selection for temperature alarms
0=P1, Room Probe
1=P2, Evaporator Probe
2=P3, Display Probe
3=P4, Hot Key Connector Probe, Condenser Alarm Probe
Temperature alarm configuration:
rE = Related to Set Point;
Ab = Absolute.
Note: Relative means alarms are linked to the Set Point and will follow it if it is adjusted. In this case ALU & ALL set the temp over & under Set Point for alarm. Absolute means
ALU & ALL are fixed alarm temperatures, which are not affected by any Set Point adjustment.
High temperature alarm:
ALC = rE→ [0 to 50°C] or [0 to 90°F];
ALC = Ab → [ALL to 150°C] or [ALL to 302°F].
Low temperature alarm:
ALC = rE → [0 to 50°C] or [0 to 90°F];
ALC = Ab → [-55°C to ALU] or [-67 to ALU].
Differential for alarm recovery, the control will still display the alarm until this value+
Temperature alarm delay: (0 to 255min) time interval between an alarm condition occurring and the alarm is signalling.
Delay of temperature alarm at start-up: (from 0 to 720min; res. 10min) time delay of any temperature alarm during pull down following “power on”.
Outputs activation delay at start up: (0 to 255min) time delay before any output relay activates following “power on”.
Thermostat override: (0 to 990min; res. 10min) period during which the compressor will run continuously, regardless of temperature. Setting this parameter to 0 disables this
function.
Set point for continuous cycle: (-55 to 150 °C or -67 to 302°F) it sets the set point used during the continuous cycle.
Defrost delay after fast freezing: (0 to 255min) time interval between the end of the thermostat override period and the start of the following defrost related to it.
Interval between defrosts: (0 to 255hours) time interval between the beginning of two consecutive defrosts.

Universal-XR 7/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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Delay start of defrost: (0 to 255min) delay between reaching the defrost interval time (as defined by parameter idF) and when a defrost cycle actually starts. Used to stagger
defrosts between multiple systems.
Probe Selection for first defrost cycle
(Maximum) duration of defrost: (0 to 255min) time duration of a defrost cycle when only one probe is in use, or defrost time out override when second (evaporator) probe is in
use. Set it to zero to disable defrost cycles.
Defrost termination temperature: (-55 to 50°C or -67 to 122°F) sets the defrost termination temperature. Measured by the evaporator probe.
Probe selection for second defrost
(Maximum) length for second defrost: (0 to 255min) when P3P = 0, (not evaporator probe: timed defrost) it sets the defrost duration, when P3P = 1 (defrost end based on
temperature) it sets the maximum length for defrost. *** Only if being used with tC7***
Note: The P3 probe will be automatically set as second evaporator probe by the tC parameter.
Second termination temperature: (-55 to 50°C or -67 to 122°F) sets the temperature measured by the second evaporator probe (P3), which causes the end of defrost.
Display during defrost:
0= rt = real temperature;
1= it = temperature at defrost start;
2= sEt = set point;
3= dEF = dEF label;
4= dEG = dEG label.
Defrost display time out: (0 to 250min) after a defrost, the controller will revert to current temperature display when the temperature is back down within i ts normal working
range, or after the time set in this parameter, whichever is the sooner.
Defrost type:
0= El= electrical heater;
1= rE = hot gas, compressor runs during defrost.
Drain down time: (0 to 255min) drain down time. Runs concurrently with Fnd (Fan delay after defrost time).Both fan and compressor are off during this time period.
First defrost after power-on:
0= Y = immediately;
1= n = after the idF interval time.
Fan operating mode:
0= C_n = cycles on/off with the compressor, OFF during defrost;
1= O_n= continuous mode, OFF during defrost;
2= C_Y = cycles on/off with the compressor, ON during defrost;
3= O_Y = continuous mode, ON during defrost;
Fan stop temperature: (-55 to 50°C or -67 to 122°F) temperature above which the evaporator fan stops (during the normal refrigeration cycle).
Fan delay after defrost: (0 to 255min) the time interval between the end of a defrost cycle and evaporator fans starting. Runs concurrently with Fdt (Drain down time). Always
keep Fnd longer that Fdt.
Fan ON time: (0 to 15min) used to set an On/Off cycle of the evaporator fans while the compressor is off. With FnC = 0 or FnC = 2, it sets the evaporator fan ON cycling time
when the compressor is OFF. With Fon = 0 and FoF ≠ 0, the fans are always off. With Fon = 0 and FoF = 0 the fans are always off.
Fan OFF time: (0 to 15min) used to set an On/Off cycle of the evaporator fans while the compressor is off. With FnC = 0 or FnC = 2, it sets the evaporator fan OFF cycling time
when the compressor is OFF. With Fon = 0 and FoF ≠ 0, the fans are always off. With Fon = 0 and FoF = 0 the fans are always off.
Probe selection for fans management
Thermostat probe calibration: (-12.0 to 12.0°C or -21 to 21°F) adjustment for thermostat probe (Room) offset.
Evaporator probe presence (Evap on the label):
0= n = not present;
1= Y = present.
Evaporator probe calibration: (-12.0 to 12.0°C or -21 to 21°F) adjustment for evaporator probe offset.

Universal-XR 8/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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Third probe presence (probe named Evap.2 on the label):
0= n = not present, the third input (the one signed with label “D.I. / Pb3”) Input operates as digital input;
1= Y = present, the third input (the one signed with label “D.I. / Pb3”) Input operates as third probe.
Third probe calibration: (-12.0 to 12.0°C or -21 to 21°F) adjustment for third probe offset.
Display resolution (Only available in Celsius):
0= dE = with decimal point;
1= in = without decimal point.
Temperature measurement unit:
0= °C = Celsius;
1= °F = Fahrenheit.
Warning: If you alter the setting of parameter rES ( decimal point on/off ) re-check the settings of all temperature related parameters Set Point, HY, LS, US, ALU, ALL, dtE, FSt,
ot & oE, as they can be effected.
Probe for Display:
0= P1 = Thermostat probe;
1= P2 = Evaporator probe;
2= P3 = Third probe;
3= sEt = DISPLAY ONLY SHOWS THE SET-POINT. THE ACTUAL TEMPERATURE CAN BE SEEN BY PRESSING THE SET BUTTON.
Display delay: (0 ÷ 20min0sec; resolution 10 sec) when the temperature increases, the display is updated of 1°C or 1°F after this time.
Type of action: 0= Cl = cooling; 1= Ht = heating.
Compressor ON time with faulty probe: (0 to 255min) If there is a P1 probe failure the controller will automatically cycle the compressor on/off according to Con & CoF to
maintain basic cooling. Con is the compressor “ON” time.
Compressor OFF time with faulty probe: (0 to 255min) If there is a P1 probe failure the controller will automatically cycle the compressor on/off according to Con & CoF to
maintain basic cooling. CoF is the compressor “OFF” time.
Alarm muting:
0= n = Alarm relay remains active when alarm buzzer is muted;
1= Y = Alarm relay is cancelled when alarm buzzer is muted.
Second digital input operating mode: configures the second digital input function:
0 = Starts a defrost;
1 = Input from a door switch (see parameter odC);
2 = Activates the auxiliary relay;
3 = Starts Energy Saving (Control Point becomes Set Point +/- value in HES);
4 = Remote On/OFF (puts the controller into standby);
5 = Generic external alarm (normal regulation continues);
6 = Serious external alarm (regulation is stopped).
Configurable second digital input polarity:
0 = the digital input is activated by closing the circuit;
1 = the digital input is activated by opening the circuit.
Time interval/delay for digital input 2 alarm: (0 to 255min) it defines the time delay between the detection and the subsequent signalling of the alarm.
Compressor and fan status when open door:
0= no = normal;
1= FAn = Fan OFF;
2= CPr= Compressor OFF;
3= F_C = Compressor and fan OFF.
Defrost relay configuration: Only on tC=7
0= Alr = Alarm;
1= db = Dead Band;
2= AUS = Auxiliary;
3= Cp2 = Second compressor output;
4= LIG = Light output;
5= dF2 = Second defrost output.
Auxiliary relay configuration:
1= Alr = Alarm;
2= db = Dead Band;
3= AUS = Auxiliary;
4= Cp2 = Second compressor output;
5= LIG = Light output;
6= dF2 = Second defrost output.
Alarm relay polarity:
0= CL= contact [13 – 14] closed with alarm;
1= oP = contact [13 – 14] open with alarm.
Temperature alarm exclusion with door open: 0 to 255min.

Universal-XR 9/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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Regulation restart with door open alarm:
0= n = no;
1= Y = yes, regulation will restart after “door open” alarms.
Probe selection for Condenser Alarm :
0= nP=No Probe selected
1= P1=Probe 1
2= P2=Probe 2
3= P3=Probe3 *normally P3 would be used*
Low temperature alarm of condenser: (-55 to 150°C or -67 to 302°F) when this temperature is reached, the HA2 alarm will be raised (after the Ad2 delay time has expired).
High temperature alarm of condenser: (-55 to 150°C or -67 to 302°F) when this temperature is reached, the LA2 alarm will be raised (after the Ad2 delay time has expired).
Differential for temperature condenser alarm recovery: 0.1 to 25.5°C or 1 to 45°F.
Condenser temperature alarm delay: (0 to 255min) time interval between the detection of an alarm condition at the condenser and the relative alarm signalling.
Condenser temperature alarm exclusion during start-up: (0 to 720min, resolution 10min).
Compressor off when a low temperature alarm of the condenser is active:
0= n = the compressor keeps on working if a low temperature alarm at the condenser is active;
1= Y = the compressor is switched off while the low temperature alarm is active. The regulation will restart after elapsing AC delay time.
Compressor off when an high temperature alarm of the condenser is active:
0= n = the compressor keeps on working if a low temperature alarm at the condenser is active;
1= Y = the compressor is switched off while the low temperature alarm is active. The regulation will restart after elapsing AC delay time.
Temperature set point change during the Energy Saving cycle: (-30.0 to 30.0°C or -54 to 54°F) sets the deviation from the normal set point during the Energy Saving cycle.
ON / OFF key enabling:
0= nu= key functionality disabled;
1= OFF = On Off function enabled;
2= ES = Energy Saving function enabled.
Buzzer enabling:
0= n = disabled;
1= Y = enabled.
Parameter table: read only – for factory use.
Software release: read only – shows the software release.
Evaporator probe: shows the current temperature sensed by the evaporator probe.
Third probe temperature: shows the current temperature sensed by the third probe.
Serial address of the control for monitoring systems
Light switch configuration
Defrost switch configuration

Universal-XR 10/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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6. BUTTONS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
6.1 SINGLE BUTTON FUNCTIONS
Table 5: single button functions
Type Controller menu: keep this button pressed for at least 3 sec within 1 min after power on to enter the “Type Controller Menu” (tC).
AUX output control: Switches the AUX relay output (if enabled as such).
Manual Defrost: keep this button pressed for 3 s to start a manual defrost cycle. The defrost icon will illuminate.
(Not possible if parameter tC = 1 ).
Display current set point: after pressing and releasing this button, the set point will be displayed for 5 sec. This will not allow the set point to
be altered.
Changing set point value: keep this button pressed for at least 2 sec. Set point change mode is entered indicated by the small led’s flashing.
Change the set point using the UP and DOWN buttons. The new value can be stored either by pressing SET button (the instrument restores
temperature display) or by waiting the exit time-out to expire (15 sec).
(UP): to see the max stored temperature; in programming mode it browses the parameter codes or increases the displayed value.
(DOWN): to see the min stored temperature; in programming mode it browses the parameter codes or decreases the displayed value.
Keep press 3sec just after powering on the device (and within the first 60sec) to start automatic probe recognising.
Energy Saving: Allows the control to use the HES offset parameter to change the set point.
6.2 BUTTON COMBINATION FUNCTIONS
Table 6: button combination functions
Lock & unlock the keyboard: keeping both buttons pressed for 3 sec will lock or unlock the keyboard. The display
will flash PoF or Pon for a few seconds to confirm locking or unlocking respectively.
Enter programming mode: keep both buttons pressed for 3 sec, release them and then press them again for 8 sec.
The first label of Pr2 level will be displayed.
Exit programming mode: press together to return to normal display.
7. PROGRAMMING MODE
7.1 USER PROGRAMMING LEVEL – PR1
To enter programming level Pr1 (user programming level), keep both SET and DOWN buttons pressed for 3 sec. The first parameter label will
appear. Browse parameter list by using the UP or DOWN keys. Press SET to see a parameter’s current value and UP or DOWN keys to alter its
value. Press SET to confirm change (the display will blink for 3 sec and then the next parameter will appear) or by waiting for the menu timeout to
expire (15 sec). If no parameter is available for changes in Pr1 level, a noP label will be show.
7.2 PROTECTED PROGRAMMING LEVEL – PR2 (ALL VISIBLE PARAMETERS CAN BE FOUND HERE)
First enter Pr1 level (as described above) then with any parameter label displayed keep both SET and DOWN buttons pressed for 8 sec. The first
parameter label will appear. Browse parameter list by using the UP or DOWN keys. Press SET to see a parameter’s current value and UP or
DOWN keys to alter its value. Press SET to confirm change (the display will blink for 3 sec and then the next parameter will appear) or by waiting
for the menu timeout to expire (15 sec).
From Pr2 level it is also possible to add or remove any parameter to / from Pr1 by pressing both SET & DOWN while its label is displayed.
Accessibility of any particular parameter via Pr1 level is confirmed by the alarm LED lighting up while its label is displayed
WARNING: if no button is pressed for 15 seconds, any modified value will be stored into memory and the controller will return to the normal display
mode.
8. HOT KEY PROGRAMMING
Once a control has been programmed, it is possible to save the program from that control to a HOT KEY for programming another control or backup
of the program.
8.1 HOW TO PROGRAM A HOT KEY FROM THE INSTRUMENT (UPLOAD)
1. Program one controller with the front keypad.
2. When the controller is ON, insert the “Hot key” and push o key; the "uPL" message appears followed a by flashing “End”
3. Push “SET” key and the End will stop flashing.
4. Turn OFF the instrument and remove the “Hot Key”, then turn it ON again.

Universal-XR 11/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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NOTE: the “Err” message is displayed for failed programming. In this case push o key again if you want to restart the upload or remove the “Hot
key” to abort the operation.
8.2 HOW TO PROGRAM AN INSTRUMENT USING A HOT KEY (DOWNLOAD)
1. Turn OFF the instrument.
2. Insert a programmed “Hot Key” into the 5 PIN receptacle and then turn the Controller ON.
3. Automatically the parameter list of the “Hot Key” is downloaded into the Controller memory, the “doL” message is blinking followed a by flashing
“End”.
4. After 10 seconds the instrument will restart working with the new parameters.
5. Remove the “Hot Key”.
NOTE the message “Err” is displayed for failed programming. In this case turn the unit off and then on if you want to restart the download again or
remove the “Hot key” to abort the operation.
9. OTHER FEATURES OF THE UNIVERSAL-XR
As well as the main digital display, there are some small icons on the front
panel. These are used to indicate the status of the loads controlled by the
instrument. Each icon function is described in the following table.
Table 7: display signalling description
Light (AUX) output enabled.
ON
Anti-short cycle delay in progress.
Delay time on fan activation is running (Fnd > 0)
Drip time in progress (Fdt > 0) or delay on start defrosting is running (dSd > 0).
Auxiliary output activated.
Thermostat override enabled.
ALARM signal: when in programming mode and in Pr2 level, this icon lights up notifying
this parameter is also accessible in the Pr1 level.
All measurement units are in Celsius degrees.
All measurement units are in Fahrenheit degrees.
10. THERMOSTAT OVERRIDE (not available when parameter tC = 1)
For rapid chilling or freezing, the thermostat can be overridden by pressing the UP button until the icon lights up. The compressor will run in
continuous mode, for the time period set in parameter CCt. Normal operation will then resume automatically after the CCt is exhausted or when the
CCS is exhausted (Continuous Cycle Set Point). The cycle can also be terminated manually by pressing the UP button again for about 3 seconds.
11. DEFROST TYPES
Off cycle defrost by timer
Forced type of defrost: Electrical or Hot Gas
- tdF = 0: defrost is electrical;
- tdF = 1: defrost is by hot gas.

Universal-XR 12/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
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12. EVAPORATOR FAN CONTROL (only when parameter tC = 6 or 7)
The fan control mode is selected by means of the “FnC” parameter:
Fans will cycle ON and OFF with the compressor and be off during defrost cycle.
Fans will run continuously, but be off during defrost cycle.
Will switch ON and OFF with the compressor and be on during defrost cycle (*).
Fans will run continuously and be on during defrost cycle (*).
(*) Note: Fans will stop if the temperature value set in parameter “FSt” is exceeded.
Parameter FSt sets the fan stop temperature. This is the maximum temperature, detected by the evaporator probe, above which the evaporator fans
will stop.
Leave FSt above ambient temperature during commissioning to avoid fan short cycle.
After finishing the defrost phase, there is a stand still drain time, set by parameter Fdt. When this period has expired, the refrigeration cycle
commence but the evaporator fans remain off until Fnd (fan delay) times out.
13. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS – DEAD BAND CONTROL
13.1 DEAD BAND CONTROL (COOLING & HEATING) tc=7
With [oAb = db], the compressor relay controls cooling as normal but the 3rd (auxiliary/ fan) relay is used to control a heater. The value entered in
parameter HY will now be set equal on both sides of the SET POINT. Example: if [HY = 1°C] that will create a 2°C Dead Band.
At [SET POINT + HY], cooling switches on. At [SET POINT – HY], heating switches on. Either cooling or heating switch off when temperature returns
to SET POINT.
14. COMMUNICATIONS WITH XWEB or OTHER MONITORING SYSTEMS
Using the XJ485CX-00000 it is possible to network the Universal XR60CX to the XWEB monitoring systems, or a third-party system. The controller
has TTL communications that can be converted with the XJ485CX key. The key is connected to the control via the HOT KEY port, with a small 5 wire
cable. It is then possible to set a unique address via the “Adr” parameter. Then using a two-wire communications daisy chain the controls can be
monitored.
15. ALARMS
Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged.
Alarm output ON; Compressor output according to parameters Con and CoF.
Alternating with
room temperature
Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged; End defrost is timed.
Alternating with
room temperature
Second evaporator probe
failure
Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged; End defrost is timed.
Alternating with
room temperature
Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged.
Alternating with
room temperature
Minimum temperature
alarm
Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged.
Alternating with
room temperature
Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged.
Alternating with
room temperature
Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged.
Alternating with
room temperature
Alarm output ON: Outputs re-start if parameter rrd = 1.
Alternating with
room temperature
Alarm output ON; Other outputs unchanged.
Alternating with
room temperature
Alarm output ON; Other outputs OFF.
15.1 MUTING ALARM BUZZER & RELAY
The alarm buzzer can be muted, by pressing any button. The controller will briefly show the reset “rES” label. Parameter tbA defines how the alarm
relay will respond to the muting of the buzzer.

Universal-XR 13/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
Installation and Operating Instructions
- tbA = n: the alarm relay will remain active until the alarm condition is rectified;
- tbA = Y: the alarm relay de-activates when the buzzer is muted.
In either case, the display will flash an alarm label until the condition is rectified.
15.2 ALARM “EE”
The Dixell Universal-XR is provided with an internal watchdog verifying data and memory integrity. Alarm “EE” will flash after detecting a failure in data
or in the internal memory. In this case, the alarm output is enabled.
WHAT TO DO
1. Cancel the alarm by pressing a key.
2. Check the value of all parameters and restore correct values when wrong.
3. Check the correct instrument operation and in case of further errors replace it.
15.3 ALARM RECOVERY
Probe alarms “P1”, “P2” and “P3” start 30 seconds after a fault in probe is detected; they automatically stop 30 seconds after the probe restarts normal operation. Check
connections before replacing the probe.
Temperature alarms “HA” and “LA” automatically stop as soon as the thermostat temperature returns to normal values and when defrost starts. Temperature alarms
“HA2” and “LA2” automatically stop as soon as the condenser temperature returns to normal values.
16. REMOVING SECURITY LEVEL PROTECTION
It is possible to allow access to any parameter from Pr1 level. To do this, go into Pr2 as previously described. Scroll to the label of the parameter you require and then
press the SET and DOWN buttons in quick succession. The decimal point LED will be on indicating that access to this particular parameter is now possible from Pr1
level. Its label will now appear when in Pr1 programming level and its value can be altered. To restore security level protection, use the same procedure (the decimal
point LED will go out after pressing both buttons).
17. MOUNTING
The Universal-XR should be mounted in a panel, in a 29mm (1.14”) x 71mm (2.8”) hole, and fixed using the special brackets supplied. Ambient temperature for correct
operation is 32 to 140°F. Avoid places subject to strong vibrations, corrosive gases, excessive dirt or humidity (20 to 85% non-condensing RH is the recommended
working range). Make sure air can freely circulate through the cooling holes slots at the rear side of the controller.
18. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
The instrument is provided with screw terminal block to connect cables with a cross section up to 2.5 mm2. Before connecting cables make sure the
power supply complies with the instrument’s requirements. Separate the probe cables from the power supply cables, from the outputs and from the
power connections. Do not exceed the maximum current rating for each relay; in case of heavier loads use a suitable external relay.
19. PROBES
It is recommended to place the thermostat probe away from rapid air streams to correctly measure the average room temperature. Place the defrost
termination probe among the evaporator fins in the coldest place, where most ice is formed, far from heaters or from the warmest place during defrost,
to prevent premature defrost termination.
20. TECHNICAL DATA
Housing: Self-extinguishing ABS
Size: Frontal 32x74 mm; depth 70mm
Mounting: Panel mounting in a 71x29 mm panel cut-out
Frontal protection: IP65
Connections: Screw terminal block 2.5 mm2 wiring
Power supply: 120Vac, -10% +15% or 230Vac, -10% +15%
Power absorption: 4 VA max
Display: 3 digits, red LED, 14.2mm high
Inputs: a maximum of 3 temperature probes, PTC or NTC type.
Probes (supplied): 2 x NTC, range-50 TO 110°C (-58 to 230°F) with 1.5-meter (4.98’) cables
Relay outputs:
Compressor: SPST relay 16FLA / 96LRA, 250Vac
Defrost: SPDT relay 10A, 250Vac
Fans: SPST relay 5A, 250Vac
Other output: Buzzer for acoustic signalling of alarms
Data storing: Non-volatile memory (EEPROM)
Ambient temperature: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Ambient humidity: 20 to 85% (non-condensing)
Storage temperature: -30 to 85°C (-22 to 185°F)
Operating range: PTC: -50 to 150°C (-58 to 302°F); NTC: -50 to 110°C (-40 to 230°F)
Resolution: 0.1°C or 1°F (selectable)
Accuracy at 25°C: (range -40 to 50°C) 0.5 °C 1 digit

Universal-XR 14/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
Installation and Operating Instructions
• Check cooling system.
• Check alarm settings.
• Check cooling system.
• Check alarm settings.
• Condenser temperature too high.
• Check condenser cooling system.
• Check alarm settings.
• Condenser temperature too low.
• Check condenser cooling system.
• Check alarm settings.
• Fault with thermostat probe.
• Wrong type of probe fitted
(NTC/PTC).
• Check probe connections and resistance value.
• Change probe type or alter a parameter PbC.
• Fault with evaporator probe.
• Wrong type of probe fitted
(NTC/PTC).
• Parameter tC has been set to 4, 5
or 6 without evaporator probe
fitted.
• Check probe connections and resistance value.
• Change probe type or alter parameter PbC.
• Fit evaporator probe or alter parameter tC.
• Fault with third probe.
• Wrong type of probe fitted
(NTC/PTC).
• Parameter tC has been set to 6
without third probe fitted.
• Check probe connections and resistance value.
• Change probe type or alter parameter PbC.
• Fit evaporator probe or alter parameter tC.
Check for electrical spikes and interference. Fit filters DIXL930 & DIXL932.
Ensure probe cables are separated from power cables. Re-check all parameter
settings. Replace controller if still not working.
Door has been left open too long.
A non-serious external alarm has been
detected by the digital input.
Trace and rectify the external problem.
A serious external alarm has been
detected by the digital input.
Trace and rectify the external problem.
Buttons have been locked.
Unlock buttons by pressing both UP & DOWN buttons until display flashes Pon.
Parameter cannot
be adjusted over its
full range
Some other parameter is conflicting and
preventing further adjustment.
Check other parameter settings.
Power on but no
output operates
Small LED’s
flashing
Anti-short cycle delay in progress, all
relays being held off until it expires.
Wait or adjust parameters AC or odS.
Evaporator fan short
Parameter FSt set too low.
Adjust FSt to a higher setting. During commissioning, set it above ambient until
pull down is complete, then re-set to a more suitable temperature.
22. CHANGE OVER FROM F TO C OR VIS-VERSA
1. Hold the Set & Down (n) buttons, until HY is displayed, release both buttons then hold the Set and Down (n) buttons until Pr2 is
displayed. Release the buttons.
2. Scroll with the up button to CF, then press and release Set. Change the 1 to 0, then press and release Set.
3. Scroll down and adjust the ALL, ALU, FST, AFH, ALH, LS, US, rES as well as the HY.
4. Let the control time out to the temp display.
Adjust the Set temp by holding the Set until the C or F starts to flash, adjust the set point.
23. ENTER YOUR SETTINGS HERE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Universal-XR 15/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
Installation and Operating Instructions
Second compressor start delay
Probe selection for temperature alarms
Temperature alarm configuration
Differential for temperature alarm recovery
Delay before activating a temperature alarm at
start up
Delay before activating outputs at start up
Continuous cycle duration
Set point for continuous cycle
Defrost delay after fast freezing
Interval between defrost cycles
Probe selection for first defrost
(Maximum) length for first defrost
Defrost termination temperature (first evaporator)
Probe selection for second defrost
(Maximum) length for second defrost
Defrost termination temperature (second
evaporator)
Max display delay after defrost
First defrost after start-up
Fan on time with compressor off
Fan off time with compressor off
Probe selection for fan management
Differential of temperature to force fan activation

Universal-XR 16/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
Installation and Operating Instructions
Thermostat probe calibration
Evaporator probe presence
Evaporator probe calibration
Temperature measurement unit
Delay before updating the displayed temperature
Kind of action: heating or cooling
Compressor ON time with faulty probe
Compressor OFF time with faulty probe
Alarm output disabling by pushing any button
Digital input 2 configuration
Digital input 2 alarm delay
Compressor and fan status when the door is open
First output configuration
Second output configuration
Temperature alarm exclusion with door open
Regulation restart with door open alarm
Probe selection for condenser temperature
alarms
Condenser low temperature alarm
Condenser high temperature alarm
Differ. for condenser temp. alarm recovery
Condenser temperature alarm delay
Delay of condenser temper. alarm at start up
Compressor off for condenser low temperature
alarm
Compressor off for condenser high temperature
alarm
Differential for Energy Saving

Universal-XR 17/17 UXR01212015_REV1.4mm
Installation and Operating Instructions
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