COMPONENTS AND WIRING ............................................................................................................................ 6
Flush Wall Mount Dimensions and Components .........................................................................................................................6
Surface Mount Components and Dimensions ..............................................................................................................................7
SMTS to VCM Controller Wiring ...................................................................................................................................................8
SMTS to VCM-X Controller Wiring ...............................................................................................................................................9
SMTS to VCB-X Controller Wiring..............................................................................................................................................10
SMTS to VAV/Zone Controller Actuator Package Wiring ...........................................................................................................11
Main Screen Icons and Button Functions...................................................................................................................................12
MAIN SCREEN FUNCTIONS ........................................................................................................................... 14
Setting The System Clock ..........................................................................................................................................................16
System Manager Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................17
Unit Selection .............................................................................................................................................................................19
Viewing Status Screens .............................................................................................................................................................19
Viewing and Setting Schedules .................................................................................................................................................23
Viewing and Setting and Holidays ..............................................................................................................................................24
Accessing and Entering VCB-X Setpoints..................................................................................................................................35
VCB-X Temperature Setpoints ................................................................................................... ................................................40
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Viewing VAV/Box Status Screens...............................................................................................................................................50
Viewing Alarm Status .................................................................................................................................................................50
V AV/Zone Temperature Setpoints ................................................................................................ ..............................................52
V A V/Zone Alarm Settings ...........................................................................................................................................................54
Troubleshooting - System Manager TS LEDs and Buttons ........................................................................................................55
System Confi guration .................................................................................................................................................................56
Alarm Polling Setup Using Prism II ............................................................................................................................................60
Military Time Conversion ............................................................................................................................................................61
INDEX A for VCM/VCM-X & VAV/Zone Controllers ......................................................................................... 62
INDEX B for VCB-X Controllers & VAV/Zone Controllers .............................................................................. 69
Overview
System Manager TS
Zone
Zone
Features
The OE392-10 System Manager TS (Touch Screen) provides a direct,
graphic-enhanced, menu-driven link to enable you to view the status and
adjust the setpoints of most controllers on the Orion Controls System.
(See Figure 1.)
The System Manager TS provides the following useful functions:
• Provides a 4.3” 480 x 272 WQVGA RGB TFT LCD Graphical
Touch Screen LCD display with 16 million colors
• Utilizes a graphical touch screen menu system with easyto-understand menu trees and icons and non-cryptic, plain
English language messages
• Makes entering data quick and easy with instructions on each
confi guration and setpoint screen
• Graphic programming and status screens provide easy setup
and operation without the need for specialized training
• Provides protection from unauthorized users through integral
multi-level passcode authorization programming
• Comes equipped with real-time clock backup power supply
for short power losses
• Can be updated with software updates downloaded from the
Orion Controls website—www.orioncontrols.com—using a
USB-Link or CommLink
• Provides icon to indicate alarm conditions
System Requirements
• The System Manager TS is packaged and assembled as fl ushwall mount. Surface mount components are also included for
your convenience.
• If using the surface mount version, you will need a double
duplex outlet box (by others).
• The System Manager TS only works with the following VAV/
Zone Controller EPROMs: SS1001, SS1005, SS1025
• The System Manager TS only works with the following VCM,
VCM-X, VCM-X Modular, VCM-X WSHP, and VCB-X
Controller EPROMs: All standard SS1016, SS1026, SS1030,
SS1032, SS1033, SS1034, SS1051 and later
*• USB-Link, CommLink, or MiniLink Polling Device
*NOTE: Alarm polling must fi rst be set up in Prism II. This requires
a personal computer with Prism II software and a USB-Link
or CommLink and a MiniLink Polling Device. Ongoing
alarm polling on the System Manager TSMain Screen
requires a MiniLink to be connected to the system.
NOTE: Screens in this manual referring to VCM-X also apply
to VCM controllers.
• LEDs behind plastic panel indicate power, communications,
and operation
• Plastic enclosure allows for easy fl ush wall mounting in
hollow drywall or surface mounting on solid wall surface
Figure 1: System Manager TS
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Mounting, Wiring, Initializing, and Updating
Environmental Requirements
The System Manager TS needs to be installed in an environment that
can maintain a temperature range between 14°F and 158°F with less
than 90% RH levels (non-condensing).
Mounting
The System Manager TS is housed in a plastic enclosure designed for
mounting in hollow drywall construction or a control panel cover with
the fl ush wall mount version (shown in Figure 3) or on a concrete, brick,
or other solid wall surface with the surface mount version (shown in
Figure 4).
The fl ush wall mount version has integral wingnut paddles that are tight-
ened after installation to grip the drywall and hold the System Manager
TS in place. For mounting in a control panel cover or other thin material,
(4) adhesive backed rubber pads are provided to assist in securing the
System Manager TS into the cutout in the panel. These pads are applied
to the wingnut paddles to provide a non-slip mounting against the panel’s
sheet metal surface. See Figure 2 for pad placement details.
The surface mount version is designed to be installed in a double duplex
outlet box (by others). Both mounting styles of the System Manager TS
feature an integral, magnetically-secured face plate which can be easily
removed for reset of the display when required.
The System Manager TS should be mounted at approximately eye
level to allow for ease of programming and reading of the display. The
System Manager TS is typically mounted in the building manager’s or
superintendent’s offi ce or in an equipment room, but is also quite suit-
able for mounting in any location or with most decors.
Care
The System Manager TS should be cleaned with a soft, dust-free cloth.
Do not use any liquid to clean your System Manager TS. You should
press the < Suspend> button located behind the cover to temporarily
freeze the touch pad before you attempt to clean your screen. See the
Troubleshooting section on page 55 of this guide for details.
Wiring
The System Manager TS is connected to the local communications loop
of the Orion system via 18 AWG 2-conductor, twisted pair with shield
wire connected to the T, SHLD & R communication terminals on the
back of the System Manager TS. The communications wire used can be
either our W attMaster # WR-LL-WG-18 communications wire or Belden
#82760 wire or its equivalent.
The System Manager TS also requires that 24 VAC (6 VA) power be
supplied (by others) to its + and – wiring terminal located on the back
of the System Manager TS.
See Figur es 5-8 for wiring details. These wiring diagrams depict wiring
the System Manager TS to the VCM-X Controller, VCM Controller,
VCB-X Controller and VAV/Zone Controller. The System Manager TS
can also be wired to the local loop terminals on the MiniLink PD, Power
Comm Board, or any other add-on controller’s local loop terminals. It
will still require a transformer to be wired as shown in Figures 5, 6 & 7.
Technical Support
Call (866) 918-1100 to talk to a WattMaster Controls T echnical Support
Representative. Support is available Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM
to 5:00 PM central standard time.
Figure 2: System Manager TS - Control Panel Mounting Pad Placement Detail ( Flush Wall Mount)
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Components and Wiring
Wall Mount Dimensions and Components
Figure 3: System Manager TS Dimensions and Components ( Flush Wall Mount)
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Surface Mount Components and Dimensions
Figure 4: System Manager TS Dimensions and Components ( Surface Mount)
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Components and Wiring
SMTS to VCM Controller Wiring
Figure 5: System Manager TS to VCM Controller Wiring
Revised 1/7/11
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SMTS to VCM-X Controller Wiring
Figure 6: System Manager TS to VCM-X Controller Wiring
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Components and Wiring
SMTS to VCB-X Controller Wiring
BLACK (R)
BARE (S)
WHITE (T)
WHITE (T)
BARE (S)
BLACK (R)
To S Terminal On
VCB-X Controller
To TTerminal On
VCB-X Controller
T
VCB-X Controller
To R Terminal On
BROWN (GND)
RED (24 VAC)
BROWN (GND)
RED (24 VAC)
+
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Transformer -
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Transformer +
24 VAC Transformer
5 VAMinimum
Line Voltage
Run 2 Conductor Twisted Pair
W/Shield Cable. WattMaster
WR-LL-WG-18 Cable Or
Equivalent From System
Manager TS To VCB-X
Controller
System Manager TS - Back View
WHITE (T)
BARE (S)
BLACK (R)
Run 2 Conductor 20 Ga. Minimum
Cable From System Manager TS
Terminals To 24 VAC Transformer.
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TERM
NOTE: For Stand-Alone
Installations (No CommLink
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VCB-X CONTROLLER
Orion No.:OE335-23-VCBX-A
ANALOG INPUTS
AI1= SPC (SPACE TEMPERATURE SENSOR)
AI2
= SAT(SUPPLYAIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR)
AI3
= OAT(OUTDOOR AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR)
AI4
= DCT(DIGITAL COMP. DISCHARGETEMPERATURE SENSOR)
AI5
= SPACETEMPERATURE SLIDE OFFSET
BINARYINPUTS
BI1
= EMERGENCYSHUTDOWN
BI2
= PROOF OF FLOW
BI3
= DIRTYFILTER
Bi4
= COILTEMPERATURE SWITCH
G OUTPUTS
ANALO
AO1
= FAN VFD
AO2
= ECONOMIZER
AO3
= SCR OR MODULATING HW HEATING
TRIAC OUTPUT
TR1
= DIGITALCOMP. UNLOADER
(24 VAC & UNLOADTERMINALS)
LEDNAMESTATUS1 STATUS2
NORMALOPERATION 0 1
WattMaster Label
#LB102093-01-A
SATFAIL1 2
Rev.: 1A
OATFAIL2 2
SPCFAIL3 2
AIRFLOWSENSOR FAIL 7 2
MECHCOOL FAIL1 3
MECHHEAT FAIL2 3
FANPROOF FAIL3 3
DIRTYFILTER4 3
24 VAC POWER
EMERGENCYSHUTDOWN 5 3
ONLY
LOWSAT1 4
WARNING!
POLARITYMUST
HIGHSAT2 4
BE OBSERVED
CONT.TEMP COOL FAIL 3 4
OR THE
CONT.TEMP HEAT FAIL 4 4
CONTROLLER
WILLBE
PUSHBUTTON OVR1 5
DAMAGED
OUTPUTFORCE ACTIVE 0 6
GND
+24VAC
VCB-X Controller - Front View
Figure 7: System Manager TS to VCB-X Controller Wiring
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SMTS to VAV/Zone Controller Actuator Package Wiring
Figure 8: System Manager TS Wiring to Power/Comm Distribution Board or VA V/Zone Actuator Package
Wiring
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Zone
Navigation
Main Screen Icons and Button Functions
Zone
Icons and Button Functions
System settings and screens are easily accessible by simply touching one
of the six icons on the Main Screen. The subscreens contain yellow highlighted data entry boxes with accessible number keypads for data entry
and screen maneuvering buttons such as
Main Screen Icons
There are six Main Screen icons. See Table 1 for a list of the Main
Screen icons and their functions.
IconMain Screen Icons
The < My System> icon takes you to a Unit
Selection Screen which takes you directly to the
selected controller’s Status Screen.
When bright red, the < Alarms> icon takes
you to the Alarms Screen. When bright green,
no alarms are present. This icon is only useful
when your SMTS is set for multiple managers or
network mode and you have confi gured alarm
polling using Prism II software.
<Esc>, <Back>, and <OK>.
Navigation Buttons
See Table 2 for a list of Navigation buttons and their functions.
ButtonFunction
Use the < Esc> (Escape) key to exit from data
entry without saving any new data.
Use the small < Back> button located in the top
right corner of a Data Entry Screen to return to the
controller’s Status Screen. Use the large < Back>
button located at the bottom left of other screens to
return to the previous screen.
Use the < +> key to step to the next screen.
Use the < -> key to step to the previous screen.
Back
Back
Esc
+
-
Table 2: Navigation Button Functions
Selection, Confi guration, and Setpoint Buttons
See Table 3 for a list of Selection, Confi guration, and Setpoint buttons
and their functions.
The < Login> icon takes you to the Login Screen
where you enter your passcode.
The < User Passcodes> icon takes you to the System Manager Passcode Levels Screen if you
are a Level 3 user.
The < Settings> icon takes you to the System Settings Screen where you can change the Backlight settings, set the System Manager address,
and enable alarm polling. System settings are
only accessible to a Level 3 user.
The < Set Time & Date> icon takes you to the Set Time and Date Screen. Any level of user can
set the time and date.
Table 1: Main Screen Icon Functions
ButtonFunction
OK
Use the < OK> key to save the data you just se-
lected or entered.
Touch the grey radio button to make your selection.
A white circle will designate that the item is
selected. You can only select one radio button item
per screen.
Touch the grey square selection box to make your
selection. A white square will designate that the item
is selected. You can make numerous square box
item selections per screen.
The < Setpoints> button, appearing on the control-
Setpoints
Overrides
Schedules
Holidays
ler’s Status Screen, takes you directly to the controller’s TemperatureSetpoint Screen.
The <Overrides> button, appearing on various
controllers’ Status Screens, takes you directly to the
controller’s Force Schedules Screen.
The < Schedules> button, appearing on various
controllers’ Status Screens, takes you directly to the
controller’s Schedule Screen.
The < Holidays> button, appearing on various
controllers’ Status Screens, takes you directly to the
controller’s Holidays Screen.
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The < Alarm> button, appearing on the controller’s
Status Screen, takes you directly to the controller’s
Alarms Screen. If red, alarm(s) are present. If black,
no alarm(s) are present.
Table 3: Confi guration Selection Buttons
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Navigation
Main Screen Icons and Button Functions
VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Setpoint Buttons
The VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Setpoint Buttons are located at the bottom of each controller’s Setpoints Screen. See Table 4 for a list of the
Setpoint buttons and their functions. Level 1 and Level 2 users can view
these screens and change occupied heating and cooling setpoints, but
only a Level 3 user can make changes to all setpoints.
ButtonFunction
The < Temps> button, located at the bottom
Temps
Static
Staging
Misc
Relays
Config
of the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Temperature Setpoints Screens.
The < Static> button, located at the bottom
of the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Static & AirSetpoints Screens.
The < Staging> button, located at the bottom of
the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Staging Delays Screens.
The < Misc> button, located at the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Miscellaneous Set-points Screens.
The <Relays> button, located at the bottom
of the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Outputs Screens.
The < Confi g> button, located at the
controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you directly
to the controller’s Confi guration Screens.
VAV/Zone Setpoint Buttons
The VAV/Zone Setpoint Buttons are located at the bottom of the VAV/
Zone Setpoints Screen. See Table 5 for a list of the Setpoint buttons and
their functions. Level 1 and Level 2 users can view these screens and
change occupied heating and cooling setpoints, but only a Level 3 user
can change all setpoints.
ButtonFunction
The < Temps> button, located at the bottom
Temps
Damper
Alarms
Misc
Calibrate
Config
the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Temperature Setpoints Screens.
The < Damper/Airfl ow> button, located at the
bottom of the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes
you directly to the controller’s Damper/Airfl ow Setpoints Screens.
The < Alarms> button, located at the bottom
of the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Alarm Settings Screen.
The < Misc> button, located at the bottom
of the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Miscellaneous Setpoints Screen.
The < Calibrate> button, located at the bottom
of the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Calibration Setpoints Screen.
The < Confi g> button, located at the bottom
of the controller’s Setpoints Screen, takes you
directly to the controller’s Confi guration Setpoints Screens.
Table 4: VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Setpoint Icons
Table 5: VAV/Zone Setpoint Icons
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Main Screen Functions
Logging In
Zone
Zone
First Things First
The fi rst thing you need to do when setting up your Touch Screen is
to Login. The second thing you need to do is establish user passcodes.
The third thing you need to do is set the clock. After you complete these
simple tasks, you are ready to set your system’s settings, view controller
status screens, and change schedules and setpoints.
Main Screen
Once you have connected your System Manager TS to a controller and
have powered it up with the proper power supply, the Main Screen will
appear. See Figure 9.
The top right of the screen should display the Current Day of the W eek,
the Corr ect Time of Day, and the Current Date. The bottom left of the
screen displays System Secured or the System Access Level.
The middle of the screen displays the icons My System, No Alarms,
Set Time & Date, Login, User Passcodes, and Settings.
Entering Your System Manager
Passcode
NOTE: There are three available passcode levels. Level 1 defaults to
1111, Level 2 defaults to 2222, and Level 3 defaults to 3333. These defaults
can be changed by anyone who logs in at Level 3.
When you power-up your System Manager TS, the message
Secured is displayed on the bottom left corner of the Main Screen.
Touch the
< Login> iconfound on bottom left of the
Main Screen and type the default Level 3 passcode of
“3333” using the number keypad to gain access to all
setpoint and confi guration items. See Figure 10.
Esc
Currently: ****
2
1
4
5
7
8
-
0
3
6
9
.
DATA ENTRY
Enter the 4 digit Passcode
for the required Level.
Level #1:
Can change space setpoints.
Level #2:
Can change schedules.
Level #3:
Can change all setpoints.
System
<<
OK
Figure 9: Main Screen
Figure 10: Login Screen
NOTE: For security reasons, the current passcode characters
displayed at the top of the screen are never shown and
appear as asterisks.
Touch <OK>. Touch <Esc> if you accessed this screen by mistake and
do not wish to change the current access level.
The Login Screen will automatically close, and the passcode will be
tested against all previously defi ned passcodes to determine the pass-
code’s access level.
If 3333 is still the active Level 3 code, the status message System
Access Level 3 will now be displayed on the bottom left corner of
the Main Screen.
NOTE: System Access will automatically default to System
Secured after time set for Backlight Timeout in the
System Manager Settings Screen (see Figure 15 on page
17). If timeout is set to zero, the passcode will timeout
after two minutes.
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Main Screen Functions
Editing Passcodes
Passcode Clearance Levels
Below is a list of the passcode levels, default codes, and actions that can
be performed at the various levels.
Level 0—No Passcode Needed, System
Secured
Level 0 users can view temperatures and status points. They
can also change the system date and time, but no changes
to any controller setpoints can be made.
Level 1—Default: 1111
Level 1 users can view temperatures and change space
temperature setpoints. No changes to schedules or other
settings can be made.
Level 2—Default: 2222
Level 2 users can change space temperature setpoints and
operating schedules but not confi guration settings.
Level 3—Default: 3333
Level 3 users have system manager access and can change
all setpoints and confi gurations, including default pass-
codes. Level 3 users can also access force modes. This
Level is normally reserved for qualifi ed HVAC service
personnel.
Passcode Levels
You can limit access to critical settings
by giving the user access only to those
items needed to maintain comfort levels
or to modify operating hours.
All critical setpoints and configurations
are protected by Level #3 and should not be
accessed except by a service technician.
Back
{ Can change Space Setpoints }
{ Can change Schedules & Holidays }
{ Can change All Setpoints }
1111
Level #1 Passcode
2222
Level #2 Passcode
3333
Level #3 Passcode
Figure 11: System Manager Passcode Levels Screen
To change a passcode, touch the blue highlighted box containing the
current passcode. The keypad will appear with instructions for changing
the passcode. See Figure 12.
Esc
Currently: 1111
2
1
4
5
7
8
<<
3
6
9
DATA ENTRY
Enter the 4 digit Passcode
for Level 1.
Level #1:
Can change space setpoints.
Edit Passcodes
WARNING: MAKE SURE YOU CHANGE ALL PASSCODES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO SECURE THE
SYSTEM!
NOTE: Only a Level 3 user ( system manager level) can change Level
1, 2, and 3 passcodes.
NOTE: Do not use the same passcode for all 3 levels. If you do, each
passcode will default to Level 1.
From the Main Screen, touch the
icon. The System Manager Passcode Levels Scr een will
appear. See Figure 11.
< User Passcodes>
-
0
OK
.
Figure 12: Change Passcode Screen
The current passcode will appear on the top menu bar. Type in the new
four-digit passcode. You cannot use the period or minus characters in
your passcode. Use the <<<> key if you make a mistake. Touch <Esc>
to return to the previous screen without changing the passcode. When
you have typed in the new passcode, touch <OK>. The System Manager Passcode Levels Screen should display the passcode you entered.
NOTE: If you change the Level 3 passcode, make sure to write
it down. If you should happen to forget the Level 3
passcode, contact WattMaster Technical Support.
Touch <Back> to return to the Main Screen.
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Main Screen Functions
Setting the System Clock
Zone
Zone
Set Time and Date
When you fi rst power up your System Manager TS, you will need to
change the day of the week, the time, and the month, day, and year to
the current time and date. If your system has been turned off or has
been down for a long time, you may have to do the same, although the
time and date can maintain itself for several days. Any level of user can
change the time and date settings.
The day of the week, the time, and the date appear at the top right on
the Main Screen. See Figure 9.
From the Main Screen, touch the < Set Time & Date>
icon. The Set Time & Date Screen will appear. See Figure 13.
System Manager Settings
Set Time & Date
HourMinute
14
Sun
12
Mon
Tue
Month
Wed
DayYear
Thu
Sun
Thu
16
Fri
Sun
12
Sat
Sat
Sun
Fri
1
DATA ENTRY
Set Clock Hour
Enter the Current Hour in
24 hour military format.
Example:
5:00 AM = 5
5:00 PM = 17
Hi Limit: 23
Lo Limit: 0
Esc
Currently: 10
2
1
4
5
7
8
-
0
<<
3
6
9
OK
.
Figure 14: Set Clock Hour
Set Clock Hour: Touch the number buttons to enter the current hour in
24 hour military format. Valid entries are from 0-23. Press<OK>.
NOTE: See Appendix for Military Time Conversion table.
Set Clock Minute:Touch the number buttons to enter the current
minutes. Valid entries are from 0-59. Press
Set Clock Month:Touch the number buttons to enter the current
month. Valid entries are from 1-12. Press<OK>.
<OK>.
Back
Broadcast
Figure 13: Set Time & Date Screen
In the example above, the current time and date is 2:12 PM, January 16,
2012. There is no day of the week selected yet.
Set Day of the Week: Select the day of the week by simply touching
your selection. The day of the week text will change from white to blue.
Set Hour, Minute, Month, Day, and Year: Touch the blue high-
lighted box to have each selection screen appear. See Figur es 13& 14.
Read the instructions on each screen for entering data.
Broadcast: When you are fi nished setting the clock, touch the
<Broadcast> button to broadcast the Time and Date to all Units. The
following message will appear:
Time & Date Broadcast to All Units.
OK
Set Clock Day:Touch the number buttons to enter the current day of
the month. Valid entries are from 1-31. Touch <OK>.
Set Clock Year:Touch the number buttons to enter the current year.
Valid entries are from 0-99. Touch <OK>. Note: The year is based on
the current century; therefore, 12 = 2012. If you enter more than two
digits, e.g. 2012, the system will not recognize your entry.
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Main Screen Functions
System Manager Settings
System Manager Settings
Additional system settings are available under the <Settings> icon.
These include setting the Backlight Timeout, the Backlight Intensity
Percentage, the System Manager Address, Alarm Polling, and One to
One Unit Connection.
From the Main Screen, touch the < Settings> icon.
The System Manager Settings Screen will appear. See Figure 15.
System Manager Settings
30
30
Minutes
Alarm Polling Enabled
One to One Unit Connection
Back
Figure 15: System Manager Settings Screen
Backlight Timeout
3050
Backlight Intensity
3063
System Manager Address
System Manager Version: 2.00
%
System Manager Address: Enter the address of the System Man-
ager TS. 0 = Stand Alone Mode. 63 = Network System. 1-60 = Multiple
Managers based on the following defi nitions:
• Stand Alone—If your System Manager TS is connected to one
controller and you are not using a CommLink or MiniLink anywhere on the loop, your system is Stand Alone. If your System
Manager TS is connected to more than one controller daisy-chained
together and you are not using a CommLink or MiniLink anywhere
on the loop, your system is Interconnected. If you have either a
Stand Alone or Interconnected system, you must enter <0> for
Stand Alone Mode. In order to view all controllers on an Interconnected System, make sure that One to One Unit Connection,
described below, is not selected.
• Network—If you are using this System Manager TS on a com-
munications loop that has a MiniLink or CommLink installed and
you have a single System Manager TS for your entire system, you
must enter<63> for Network System.
• Multiple Managers—If you are using this System Manager TS on
a communications loop, have a MiniLink or CommLink installed,
and have more than one System Manager TS, then you need to
operate in Multiple Managers Mode. Enter the address <1-60> at
which you want this particular System Manager TS to be set. When
more than one System Manager TS is used on a local loop, each
must be set with a unique address different from any other device
on that loop. If you want one of the System Manager TS’s to be
able to indicate alarms for the entire system, you must enter <63>
for Network System for that particular System Manager TS.
Backlight Timeout: This setting is actually a setting for three separate
functions—Backlight Timeout, Main Screen Timeout, and Passcode
Timeout. To set the Backlight Timeout, enter the amount of time you
wish the screen to maintain the active intensity level after the last touch
pad activity occurs. The High limit is 30 and the Low limit is 0. 0 = No
Timeout. The System Manager TS will return to the Main Scr een display
at the same rate as the Backlight Timeout, except that if set to 0, the Main Screen will display after 2 minutes. The Passcode will timeout at the
same rate as the Backlight Timeout, except that if set to 0, the Passcode
will timeout after 2 minutes and will return to System Secured Setting.
Backlight Intensity Percentage: Enter the percentage of light level
you wish to maintain whenever touch pad activity occurs. The High limit
is 100 and the Low limit is 0.
Alarm Polling Enabled: If you wish for the system to poll for alarms, touch the black box to the left of this item to select it. The box will
turn white and the system will immediately check all loops for alarms.
Touch<Cancel> to stop the process. If you wish to have Alarm Polling
Disabled, you must now touch the white box to deselect this option. The
box will return to its previously fully black state.
NOTE: For the System Manager TS to poll for alarms, you
must also confi gure the unit(s) to poll for alarms on theMiniLink Polling Device Setpoints Screen using Prism
II. See the Appendix in this guide for more information.
One to One Unit Connection: If your System Manager TS is directly
connected to only one unit, you may wish to select this option to bypass
the Unit Selection Scr een and go directly to the unit’ s Status Screen. The
controller must be set to address #1 for this to work. Touch the black
box to the left of this item on the screen to select it. The box will turn
white. If you wish to deselect this option, simply touch the box again.
System Manager V ersion: The version number of the System Man-
ager software appears on the bottom menu bar. This version number is
important to know for troubleshooting purposes.
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Main Screen Functions
Polling for Alarms
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Alarm Polling
In order for Alarm Polling to appear on the Main Scr een, you must have
the following items in place:
1. Alarm Polling Enabled must be selected in the Systems
Settings Screen (see Figure 15 on page 17).
2. You must have a MiniLink connected to your system and
have your System Manager TS set to Network Mode.
3. You must confi gure each unit to poll for alarms on theMiniLink Polling Device Setpoint Screen using Prism II. See the Appendix in this guide for more information.
The < Alarms> icon on the Main Screen allows you to check for
alarms, review alarms, and clear alarms. Only a Level 3 user can clear
the alarm log.
A green
Screen when no alarms are present. This icon changes to
a red < Active Alarms> icon when alarms are present.
To check for alarms, review alarms, or clear alarms,
from the Main Screen, touch the < Active Alarms>
icon. The System Alarm Status Screen will appear. See Figure 16.
< No Alar ms> icon appears on the Main
System Alarm Status
Checking
Back
Clear All
Next Unit
Figure 16: System Alarm Status Screen
Next Unit: Touch <Next Unit> to access the next unit’s alarms.
Clear All: Touch <Clear All> to clear all alarms logs. Active alarms
will remain. You must be a Level 3 user to access this option. When all
alarms have cleared, the following message will appear on the screen:
All alarms cleared.
Any remaining active alarms will re-appear.
NOTE: Even if you don’t set up Alarm Polling using Prism II,
a controller’s fi rst status screen will still alert you of an
active alarm.
OK
NOTE: You can also view alarms while in individual controller’s
status screens. For more information, see pages 21, 22
& 50.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
Selecting Units and Viewing VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Status Screens
My System Unit Selection
From the Main Screen, touch the < My System> icon.
The Selected Unit Screen will appear. See Figure 17.
NOTE: If you have chosen the One to One Unit Connection
in the System Manager Settings Screen, this screen will
not appear. Instead, the unit’s Status Screen will appear.
Selected Unit [Loop 1 - Unit 1]
++++
1
0
10
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Back
GO
Viewing VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Status
Screens
Figures 18, 19, 20 & 21 depict the fi rst Controller Status Screens.
Notice that the controller is identifi ed by loop number and unit number
- in this case, 0102 represents Loop 1, Unit 2. Images vary based on
controller type.
While in the Status Screen, touch the <+> and <-> buttons to view more
status screens displaying relays and operating setpoints. These screens
roll back to the fi rst Status Screen.
Figure 17: Unit Selection Screen
In Figure 17, Loop 1 and Unit 1 are selected as indicated in the fi gure
with white text. They also appear in the Top Menu Bar in brackets.
Use the <+> and <-> buttons to move up and down through the loops
and units. Enter the desired Loop # and Unit # and then touch <GO>
to access the unit’s Status Screen.
NOTE: Instructi ons f or confi gurations and setpoints are included in
this guide separately for V CM/VCM- X Controllers, VCB-X Controllers,
and V A V/Zone Controllers. See page 25 for VCM/VCM-X Controllers,
page 35 for VCB-X Controllers, and page 51 f or V A V /Zone Controll ers.
Figure 18: VCM-X & VCM-X Modular Controller
Status Screen 1
Figure 19: VCM-X WSHP Controller (Tulsa) Status
Screen 1
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Viewing VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Status Screens
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Figure 20: VCM-X WSHP Controller (Coil) Status
Screen 1
Figure 21: VCB-X Controller Status Screen 1
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
Viewing and Enabling/Disabling VCM, VCM-X & Module Alarms
Viewing VCM, VCM-X & Module
Alarm Status
To view alarm status, touch the <ALARM> button on the
unit’s fi rst Status Scr een. See Figure 22. The Alarm Status Screen will display. See Figure 23.
NOTE: The < ALARM> button only appears on the screen if the
unit has an active alarm condition. Only a Level 3 user
has the option to enable or disable each type of alarm.
Figure 22: VCM-X Controller Status Screen 1
Enabling/Disabling VCM, VCM-X &
Module Alarms
Alarm confi guration is accessed by touching the <ALARM> button on
the lower right of the unit’s fi rst Status Screen. See Figure 22. Only a
Level 3 user can confi gure alarms. Touch the <Next> button to go to
the next Alarm Status Screen.
In addition to simply viewing alarms, the Alarm Status Screen can also
be used for enabling and disabling alarms that will be emailed or texted.
The emailing and texting feature will only work if Prism II is running
and has emailing capability.
The alarms must fi rst be confi gured using Prism II software. See the
Appendix in this guide for instructions.
Once the alarm settings have been established in Prism II, the settings
you choose in the Alarm Status Screen will be stored in the controller
so that you will not have to reconfi gure the alarms for that controller in
Prism II. Once confi guration is complete, Prism II does not have to be
running in order to view alarms on individual Alarm Status Screens in
the System Manager TS. However, as mentioned previously, Prism II
does have to be running for emailing or texting alarms to occur.
To enable an alarm category—Sensors, Mechanical, Fail Modes—simply
touch the black square next to Group 1, Group 2, and/or Group 3. A white
box designates that the alarm category is enabled. To disable an alarm
category, simply touch the square again. A grey box designates that the
alarm category is disabled. See Figure 23 for an example.
Figure 23: VCM-X Controller Alarm Status Screen
Touch the
the <Modules> button to go to the Head Pressure Module Alarms
Screen, Dual/Full Digital Module Alarms Screen, and Heat Pump
Module Alarms Screen.
<Next> button to go to the next Alarm Status Screen. Touch
NOTE: Even if you don’t set up Alarm Polling using Prism II,
a controller’s fi rst status screen will still alert you of an
active alarm.
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Figure 24: VCM-X Controller Alarm Screen
In the example above (Figure 24), there is an ALARM (designated by the
word ALARM in red.) There is a red box in front of Dirty Filter , designating the alarm. If there is no alarm condition, the word OK appears in a
box below the Group Number (as shown in Figure 23).
Touch the <Next> button to go to the next Alarm Status Screen. Touch
the <Modules> button to go to the Head Pressure Module Alarms
Screen, Dual/Full Digital Module Alarm Scr een, and Heat Pump Module
Alarms Screen.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
Viewing and Enabling/Disabling VCB-X Alarms
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Viewing VCB-X Alarm Status
To view alarm status, touch the <ALARM> button on the
unit’s fi rst Status Screen. See Figure 25. The Alarm Status Screen will display. See Figure 26.
NOTE: The < ALARM> button only appears on the screen if the
unit has an active alarm condition. Only a Level 3 user
has the option to enable or disable each type of alarm.
Figure 25: VCB-X Controller Status Screen 1
Enabling/Disabling VCB-X Alarms
Alarm confi guration is accessed by touching the <ALARM> button on
the lower right of the unit’s fi rst Status Screen. See Figure 25. Only a
Level 3 user can confi gure alarms.
In addition to simply viewing alarms, the Alarm Status Screen can also
be used for enabling and disabling alarms that will be emailed or texted.
The emailing and texting feature will only work if Prism II is running
and has emailing capability.
The alarms must fi rst be confi gured using Prism II software. See the
Appendix in this guide for instructions.
Once the alarm settings have been established in Prism II, the settings
you choose in the Alarm Status Screen will be stored in the controller
so that you will not have to reconfi gure the alarms for that controller in
Prism II. Once confi guration is complete, Prism II does not have to be
running in order to view alarms on individual Alarm Status Screens in
the System Manager TS. However, as mentioned previously, Prism II
does have to be running for emailing or texting alarms to occur.
To enable an alarm category—Sensors, Mechanical, Fail Modes—simply
touch the black square next to Group 1, Group 2, and/or Group 3. A white
box designates that the alarm category is enabled. To disable an alarm
category, simply touch the square again. A grey box designates that the
alarm category is disabled. See Figure 26 for an example.
Figure 26: VCB-X Controller Alarm Status Screen
NOTE: Even if you don’t set up Alarm Polling using Prism II,
a controller’s fi rst status screen will still alert you of an
active alarm.
Touch the
<Next> button to go to the next Alarm Status Screen.
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Figure 27: VCB-X Controller Alarm Screen
In the example above (Figure 27), there is an ALARM (designated by
the word ALARM in red.) There is a red box in front of CO2 Sensor,
designating the alarm. If there is no alarm condition, the word OK appears in a box below the Group Number (as shown in Figure 26).
Touch the <Next> button to go to the next Alarm Status Screen.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
Viewing and Setting Schedules
To view and set schedules for VCM, VCM-X, and VCB-X controllers,
touch the <Schedules> button found at the bottom of the Status Scr een
(Figure 22 & 25). The Schedules Screen will appear. See Figure 28.
The default day will be Sunday and the default event start/stop times
will be midnight.
Viewing and Setting Schedules
Figure 29: Schedule Times Screen
Touch <OK> to save the time you entered or touch <Esc> to exit the
Schedule Times Screen without changing the time and return to the
Schedules Screen (Figure 28).
A Level 2 user can set two schedules per day for individual days of the
week, all weekdays, weekends, and holidays. All times are entered in
military time format.
If you wish to enter a schedule for a certain day of the week, fi rst touch
the day of the week at the top of the screen. Otherwise, the day defaults
to Sunday. Touch the start and stop time for each Event and enter the
desired times. See Figure 29. All times must be entered in military time
format. See the Military Time Table - Table 8 - in the Appendix.
To eliminate a schedule from any event, simply enter a zero for the
Start and Stop time for that day. The screen will display 12:00 am for
both the Start and Stop times, indicating that the equipment will not
activate on that day.
Once back at the Schedules Screen, you can continue setting schedules
day by day or use following options:
SEND TO <All Days> - Touch this button to send the schedule appearing
on the screen to all days of the week, except for holidays.
SEND TO <Weekdays> - Touch this button to send the schedule to
weekdays only. You will need to set up a separate schedule for Saturday
and Sunday when selecting this option.
CLEAR <All Schedules> - Touch this button to clear all schedules.SET <24 Hr Mode> - Touch this button to have the system run con-
tinuously, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including holidays. All event
times will display 11:59 PM.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
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Viewing and Setting Holidays and Forcing Schedules
Viewing and Setting Holidays
To view and set holidays for a VCM/VCM-X/VCB-X controller, touch
the
< Holidays> button found at the bottom of the Status Screen (Figures
22 & 25). The Holidays Schedule Screen will appear . See Figure 30. The
holidays in the screen will initially not be set. You can only set holidays
for the current year. You must be a Level 2 user in order to set holidays.
Figure 30: Holidays Schedule Screen
Simply touch the day(s) of the month to select holidays. Touch the
<<> buttonto go back one month and the<>> button to go forward
one month.
Schedule Override
To Force Schedules, from the VCM, VCM-X or VCB-X Main Status
Screen, touch the Occupied/Unoccupied wording located below the time
and date display. The following options will appear:
Schedule Auto Mode
Touch the radio button to select the schedule option. Default is Schedule
AUTO Mode. This selection will remain in effect unless it is changed
again on this screen. Schedule overrides do not automatically time out
after a certain period of time.
Sc hedule AUTO Mode—Select this to restore normal
schedule operations.
Sc hedule FOR CED ON—Select this to Force the unit into
continuous Occupied Mode operation.
Sc hedule FOR CED OFF—Select this to Force the unit
into continuous Unoccupied Mode operation.
There are 14 holiday periods available for each year. These holiday periods can be a single day or they can span days, weeks, or even months.
For example, if you want to schedule a summer break, you need only
schedule one holiday period to defi ne a two or three month break from
operating in the occupied mode.
Every defi ned holiday uses the Holiday operating schedule programmed
in the controller’s Schedules Screen.
Holidays can only b e pr ogrammed for the c urrent year. You cannot progra m
ho lid ays be for e th e n ext yea r oc curs . Holidays do not automatically adjust for
the new year, so you will need to access this screen after the new year and
make necessary adjustments to the days that fl oat, such as Memorial Day.
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VCM & VCM-X Controllers
Accessing and Entering VCM & VCM-X Setpoints
Accessing and Entering VCM & VCM-X
Setpoints
While in the VCM-X Status Screen (see Figure 31), touch the < Set-
points> button found on the bottom menu bar . The VCM-X Controller’s
Temperature Setpoints Screen will appear. See Figure 32.
Level 1 and Level 2 users can change occupied space temperature set-
points, but only Level 3 users can change all setpoints.
Figure 31: VCM-X Controller Status Screen
Individual setpoint and confi guration buttons are located at the bot-
tom of the Setpoint Screens. See Figure 33. Simply touch a specifi c
button to access that category.
Temps
Static
Staging
Misc
Relays
Config
Figure 33: VCM / VCM-X Setpoint Buttons
Within each Setpoint Screen, touch the < Status> button to return
to the Status Screen or touch < Home> to return to the Main Screen.
Use the <+> and <-> buttons to scroll through the setpoints and
confi gurations. Simply touch the blue highlighted box to change the
setpoint. Each setpoint data entry screen will provide a defi nition of
the setpoint and specifi c instructions for entering the setpoint and
will include the setpoint range as in the example below, Figure 34.
Figure 32: VCM-X Controller Temperature Setpoints
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Figure 34: VCM-X Cooling Mode Setpoint Data Entry
Screen
Touch <OK> to have the system accept the new value. If you enter
a setpoint that is not in the valid range, the setpoint will remain as is
and will not change.
Each setpoint data entry screen is self-explanatory; however, each
setpoint and confi guration is explained in the next section, Confi gur-
ing VCM-X Setpoints. To easily reference a particular setpoint or
confi guration, refer to Index A.
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VCM & VCM-X Confi guration
VCM-X Confi guration
Touch the < Confi guration> button to access the
Config
ton next to your selection. For screens with square buttons, touch one or
more square buttons to make your confi guration selections for the unit.
HVAC Mode Enable Source
Touch the radio button to select the Temperature Sensor that will determine the Heating, Cooling, or Vent Mode of operation. The available
selections are as follows:
Confi guration Setpoints Screens.
For screens that contain radio buttons, touch the radio but-
Supply Air Temperature—This is typical for VAV
applications. Occupied Cooling with Morning Warm-up.
Outdoor Air Temperature—This is for 100% Outdoor
Air (MUA) units. Dehumidifi cation utilizing a Dewpoint Calculation if equipped with an Outdoor Air Humidity
Sensor.
Space Temperature—This is for any unit that conditions
a space and is not 100% Outdoor air. Occupied/Unoccu pied Heating, Cooling, and Vent Modes of operation.
Return Air Temperature—This selection can be used
when an Average Building Temperature (the Return Air
Temperature) needs to determine Heating, Cooling, and
Vent Modes of operation.
Supply Air w/ Supply Air Tempering—This selection is
for VAV “cooling only” applications where because of cold
outdoor temperatures, even at minimum damper position,
you may need to enable heat to maintain the cooling near its
Cooling Supply Air Setpoint. When heat is enabled during
this sequence, it will control to a non-adjustable setpoint
that is 2ºF less than the Cooling Supply Air Setpoint.
HVAC Reset Source
The Supply Air Heating and Cooling Temperature Setpoints can be reset
using various input sources. Default is No Reset. Touch the radio button
to select the desired Reset Source for Supply Air Temperature Reset. The
Single Zone VAV option should be selected in applications where the
Supply Fan VFD speed is reset based on the Space Temperature. If you
select No Reset, then neither the Supply Air Setpoint nor Supply Fan
VFD Reset will occur. The available selections are as follows:
Heat Pump Control
Select this item if the HVAC unit is a Heat Pump.
Reversing Valve Used for Cooling
Select this item if your Heat Pump unit activates its reversing valve during the Cooling operation. Do not select this item if your Heat Pump unit
activates its reversing valve during the Heating operation.
Fan Proving Switch Installed
Select this item if your HVAC unit has a fan proving switch installed.
Fan Cycles with Heating & Cooling
Select this item if you want the HVAC unit’s Supply Fan to only run
during Heating, Cooling, or Dehumidifi cation Modes. DO NOT select
this item if you want the HVAC unit’s Supply Fan to run continuously
while in the Occupied Mode, regardless of the Heating, Cooling, or
Dehumidifi cation Modes.
Has Static Pressure Control
Select this item if the HV AC unit has a Supply Fan that delivers a V ariable
Volume of Air using a VFD or a Bypass Damper to maintain Duct Static
Pressure. DO NOT select this item if the HVAC unit has a Supply Fan
that delivers a Constant Volume of air. If you have a VFD on a constant
volume unit, select this option for Filter Loading Control.
Controls Economizer
Select this item if the VCM-X is controlling the economizer.
Outdoor RH Sensor Installed
Select this item if the HVAC unit is equipped with an Outdoor Air Humidity Sensor.
Indoor RH Sensor Installed
Select this item if the HVAC unit is equipped with an Indoor Air Humidity Sensor
Has Humidity Control
Select this item if your system has Dehumidifi cation control.
Has Night Humidity Control
Select this item if your system has Dehumidifi cation control during
unoccupied hours. Unoccupied Dehumidifi cation is activated based on
Indoor Air Humidity only.
No Reset
Space T emperature
Return Air Temperature
External Analog Input
Fan VFD Signal Percentage
Outdoor Air Temperature
Single Zone VAV
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Humidity Control Has Priority
Select this item if Dehumidifi cation is a priority during the Occupied
Mode. Priority means that the Cooling stages will activate based on the
Coil temperature, and Reheat will be used regardless of Heating, Cooling
or Vent Modes of operation.
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VCM & VCM-X Confi guration
Emergency Shutdown Enabled
Select this item if an emergency shutdown device is connected to the
binary input. If the shutdown is active, the Supply Fan, Heating, and
Cooling Relay outputs will be disabled.
Has Building Pressure Mod Control
Select this item if your system needs Modulating Building Pressure Control. Modulating building pressure control is used for a VFD exhaust fan
or a modulating exhaust fan damper actuator for direct acting building
pressure control. Modulating building pressure control is also used for a
modulating outdoor air damper actuator or a supply fan VFD for reverse
acting building pressure control.
Building Pressure Reverse Acting
Select this item if your system needs Reverse Acting Building Pressure
control. On a drop in Building Pressure below the Building Static Pressure Setpoint the Outdoor Air Damper will modulate open to increase
pressure or the supply Fan VFD will ramp-up.
Building Pr. Output is 2-10 VDC
Select this item if your application needs a 2-10 VDC Building Pressure
Output Signal as required by the device you are using to control the pressure. Do not select this item if your application needs a 0-10 VDC signal.
Use Heat During Re-Heat
Select this item if your application needs to use unit heat during Dehumidifi cation to supplement Reheat. If Reheat is not available, this selection
will allow the unit heat to operate in place of Reheat.
Outdoor Air Damper Control Based on Airfl ow CFM
Select this item to modulate the outdoor damper based on airfl ow setpoint.
Head Pressure Module Installed ( VCM-X Modular, VCM-X
WSHP)
Select this item if you have a Head Pressure Module installed on your
system.
Has Modulating Cooling
Select this item if the HVAC unit is controlling Modulating Cooling
through use of a modulating chilled water valve or a digital compressor.
Modulating Heating is Reverse Acting
Select this item if Modulating Heating requires 0 VDC to open and 10
VDC to close.
Has Return Bypass Control
Select this item if your HVAC unit requires Return Air Bypass Control.
Full Digital Module Installed, Dual Digital Module Installed,
or using VCM-X WSHP Controller (VCM-X Modular or VCM-X
WSHP)
Select this item if you have multiple Digital Scroll Compressors installed
on your system.
Has Demand Ventilation Control
Select this item if the HVAC unit has demand ventilation control.
Has Split Condensers
Select this item if the HVAC unit has split condensers.
Broadcast Real Time Clock to VAV Boxes
Select this item to have the HVAC unit broadcast the real time clock to
all controllers on its local loop. This broadcast sends the time from the
VCM-X’s Internal Time Clock to all controllers on its local loop. This
broadcast needs to be confi gured on a VAV or Zoning System using the
VCM-X with Orion VAV/Zone controllers. A network communications
device is required in order for this feature to operate, but can also be used
to synchronize all controllers on the local loop
Broadcast Supply Air to VAV Boxes
Select this item to broadcast the VCM-X’s Supply Air Temperature to
all controllers on its local loop. This broadcast needs to be confi gured
on a VAV or Zoning System using the VCM-X with Orion VAV/Zone
Controllers. A network communications device is required in order for
this feature to operate.
Broadcast AHU Schedule to VAV Boxes
You must select this item if you have VAV/Zone controllers connected
to the VCM-X controller. This will broadcast the Occupied and Unoccupied Schedule of the VCM-X controller to all VAV/Zone controllers
on the local loop.
Modulating Cooling is Reverse Acting
Select this item if Modulating Cooling requires 0 VDC to open and 10
VDC to close. You cannot use a reverse acting signal your application is
using a digital compressor.
Has Modulating Heating
Select this item if the HVAC unit is controlling Modulating Heating
through use of a modulating hot water valve, modulating steam valve,
or a SCR controlled electric heater.
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Broadcast Main Fan and Heat Status to VAV Boxes
Select this item to broadcast the VCM-X’s Supply Fan and Heating Status
to all controllers on its local loop. This broadcast needs to be confi gured
on a VAV or Zoning System using the VCM-X with Orion VAV/Zone
Controllers. A network communications device is required in order for
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Broadcast Outdoor Air to All Other Units
Select this item to broadcast the VCM-X’s Outdoor Air T emperature Reading to other HVAC units on the local loop if they are not equipped with
their own Outdoor Air Temperature sensors. A network communications
device is needed in order for this feature to operate.
Broadcast Relative Humidity to All Other Units
Select this item if to have the VCM-X broadcast its Outdoor Air Humidity reading to other HVAC units if they are not equipped with their own
Outdoor Air Humidity sensors. A network communications device is
required in order for this feature to operate.
Force Max Damper During Warm-Up & Night Heat
Select this item to ensure the VAV/Zone Controllers will drive their
dampers to the Max Airfl ow Damper Position during Morning Warm-up.
This is important to allow the proper amount of airfl ow for Heating in
the HVAC unit.
Force Fixed Damper During Warm-Up & Night Heat
Select this item to have all VAV/Zone controllers connected to this VCMX controller forced to their “Fixed Airfl ow” Position during the Morning
Warm-up Mode of operation. See the VAV/Zone controller Setpoint
Screens for setting of the “Fixed Airfl ow” position.
One HVAC Unit with Boxes on Multiple Loops
This selection allows other VAV/Zone controllers connected on additional
local loops to receive the required broadcasts. This is only allowed when
you have a single VCM-X controller with VAV/Zone controllers on
multiple loops. Other VCM-X or add-on devices may be connected, but
no other VCM-X with VAV/Zone controllers can be connected on the
system. Select this item to have real time, supply air, and main supply
fan and heating status broadcast to all local loops on the entire system,
not just the local loop the VCM-X controller is on. This is normally only
required if you have a large HVAC unit that requires more than the 58
VAV/Zone controllers normally allowed on the local loop.
Temperature Setpoints
Touch the < Temperatures> button to access the
Temps
Cooling Mode Enable
This setpoint is used to determine the Cooling Mode of operation in
reference to the HVAC Mode Enable Sensor . If the Supply Air Sensor is
confi gured to be the HV AC Mode Enable, this Setpoint is used in conjunc-
tion with the Unoccupied Setbacks if equipped with a Space T emperature
Sensor. Above this temperature plus the deadband, the unit will switch
to Cooling Mode. High limit = 99ºF; Low limit = 1ºF; Default = 75ºF.
Heating Mode Enable
This setpoint is used to determine the Heating Mode of operation in
reference to the HVAC Mode Enable Sensor . If the Supply Air Sensor is
confi gured to be the HV AC Mode Enable, this Setpoint is used in conjunc-
tion with the Unoccupied Setbacks if equipped with a Space T emperature
Sensor. Below this temperature minus the deadband, the unit will switch
to Heating Mode. High limit = 90ºF; Low limit = 1ºF; Default = 70ºF.
Night Cooling Offset
During the Unoccupied Mode of Operation, this setpoint adjusts the
Cooling Mode Enable Setpoint up by this amount. If you do not want
Cooling to operate during the Unoccupied Mode, use the default setting
of 30°F for this setpoint. High limit = 30ºF (no offset); Low limit = 0ºF;
Default = 30ºF.
Night Heating Offset
During the Unoccupied Mode of Operation, this setpoint adjusts the
Heating Mode Enable Setpoint down by this amount. If you do not want
Heating to operate during the Unoccupied Mode, use the default setting
of 30°F for this setpoint. High limit = 30ºF (no offset); Low limit = 0ºF;
Default = 30ºF.
Temperature Setpoint Screens.
Modulating Cooling Output
Select either a 0-10 VDC signal or 2-10 VDC signal to a Modulating
Cooling source such as a Chilled Water Valve or select a 1.5-5 VDC
signal to a Digital Compressor.
Modulating Heating Output
Select 0-10 VDC signal or 2-10 VDC signal to a Modulating Heating
source such as a Hot Water Valve or SCR Electric Heater.
Carbon Dioxide Sensor Scaling
If you have a CO2 sensor installed on your system, select whether it is a
current (4-20 mA) sensor or a voltage (0-10 VDC) sensor. If you have a
communicating CO2 sensor, select No Sensor Installed.
Refrigerant
Select whether your HVAC unit is using R-22 or R-410A refrigerant.
Airfl ow
Select each type of airfl ow sensor that you have installed on your system.
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Occupied Deadband
The deadband is added to the Cooling Setpoint to generate a cooling
demand and is subtracted from the Heating Setpoint to create a heating
demand. High limit = 10ºF; Low limit = 0ºF; Default = 1ºF.
Coil Setpoint
During the Dehumidifi cation Mode, the VCM-X uses the calculated Coil
Temperature to activate DX Cooling based on this Dehumidifi cation Coil
Temperature Setpoint. The VCM-X uses a Suction Pressure Transducer to
read Suction Pressure (the Saturation Vapor Pressure of the refrigerant)
and converts this Suction Pressure reading to a Coil Temperature value.
This calculation is based on using R22 or R410A refrigerant only and
will not work with any other refrigerant. This setpoint determines the
number of compressor stages that need to be activated to maintain the
Dehumidifi cation Coil Temperature Setpoint. The Coil Temperature is
maintained at this setpoint during Dehumidifi cation. High limit = 70ºF;
Low limit = 35ºF; Default = 45ºF.
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VCM & VCM-X Temperature Setpoints
Morning Warm-up Setpoint
When the VCM-X is confi gured for VAV operation and the controller en-
ters the Occupied Mode, the VCM-X looks at the Return Air T emperature
to determine if the unit should initiate Morning Warm-up Mode. If the
Return Air Temperature is below the Morning Warm-up Setpoint and the
Max Length is greater than “0,” the VCM-X will initiate Heating. This
is considered Morning Warm-up and will run until the Return Air Temperature rises above the Morning Warm-up Setpoint or until the Warm
Up Timeout expires. High limit = 90ºF; Low limit = 50ºF; Default = 72ºF .
Dewpoint Dehumidifi cation Setpoint
On MUA confi gured units that are using 100% Outdoor Air, when the
OA Dewpoint Temperature rises above the Dewpoint Dehumidifi cation
Setpoint, the unit will start operating in Dehumidifi cation Mode. High
limit = 80ºF; Low limit = 35ºF; Default = 55ºF.
Economizer Enable Setpoint
If an OA Humidity Sensor is not connected to the VCM-X and the OA
Temperature falls below this Setpoint, the Economizer can be used for
Free Cooling. If an OA Humidity Sensor is connected to the VCM-X,
then a Wetbulb Temperature will be calculated and used instead of the
OA Drybulb Temperature to determine when Free Cooling can be used.
High limit = 80ºF; Low limit = 0ºF; Default = 55ºF.
Pre-Heat/Low Ambient Setpoint Temperature
For cold climates where freezing temperatures may be experienced, a PreHeater relay output, if confi gured, can be activated based on the Outdoor
Air Temperature to prevent freezing of Water Coils. If the Outdoor Air
Temperature falls below the Low OAT Ambient Protection Temperature
Setpoint and the HVAC unit is in Occupied Mode, the Pre-Heater relay
will activate. High limit = 70ºF; Low limit = 0ºF; Default = 0ºF.
Low Temperature Cutoff
If the Supply Air Temperature drops below this value, all cooling is immediately cut off to protect the equipment. High limit = 250ºF; Low limit
= 0ºF; Default = 40ºF.
Heating SAT/Low Reset Limit
For VCM-X, if no reset is confi gured, this is the Supply Air Temperature
maintained during the Heating Mode of operation. If reset is confi gured,
this is the lowest temperature the Supply Air can be reset to. For VCM,
this is the Target Reset Source Temperature if reset is confi gured. High
limit = 200ºF; Low limit = 40ºF; Default = 120ºF.
Heating SAT/High Reset Limit
For VCM-X, if your system requires reset of the Supply Air T emperature
in the Heating Mode, this is the highest temperature the Supply Air can be
reset to. For VCM, this fi eld will display Reserved. High limit = 200ºF;
Low limit = 40ºF; Default = 45ºF; Default = 120ºF.
Heat Staging Window
This is the level above the Supply Air Setpoint that causes the Heating to
Stage Off. High limit = 20ºF; Low limit = 1ºF; Default = 5ºF.
Heating OAT Lockout
If the Outdoor Air Temperature is above this value, the mechanical heating is prevented from activating. High limit = 150ºF; Low limit = 50ºF;
Default = 70ºF.
High Temperature Cutoff
If the Supply Air Temperature rises above this value, all heating is immediately cut off to protect the equipment. High limit = 250ºF; Low limit
= 0ºF; Default = 170ºF.
Cooling SAT/Low Reset Limit
For VCM-X, if no reset is confi gured, this is the Supply Air Temperature
maintained during the Cooling Mode of operation. If reset is confi gured,
this is the lowest temperature the Supply Air can be reset to. For VCM,
this is the Target Reset Source Temperature if reset is confi gured. High
limit = 80ºF; Low limit = 40ºF; Default = 55ºF.
Cooling SAT/High Reset Limit
For VCM-X, if your system requires reset of the Supply Air T emperature
in the Cooling Mode, this is the highest temperature the Supply Air can be
reset to. For VCM, this fi eld will display Reserved. High limit = 150ºF;
Low limit = 40ºF; Default = 55ºF.
Cool Staging Window
This is the level below the Supply Air Setpoint that causes the Compressors to Stage Off. High limit = 20ºF; Low limit = 1ºF; Default = 5ºF.
Cooling OAT Lockout
If the Outdoor Air Temperature is below this value, the mechanical cooling is prevented from activating. High limit = 100ºF; Low limit = 0ºF;
Default = 50ºF.
Reset Interval Rate
This is the rate at which a new Supply Setpoint is calculated if a Reset
Source has been selected. This value determines how fast the Supply Air
Temperature Setpoint is adjusted as the Reset Source changes. High limit
= 250 seconds; Low limit = 1 second; Default = 20 seconds.
The Supply Setpoint proportionally resets to its maximum setting as the
Outdoor Air Temperature drops to this low reset temperature. For VCMX, this fi eld will display Reserved. High limit = 100ºF; Low limit = 0ºF
Reserved (VCM-X, VCM-X Modular, VCM-X WSHP)
or High OAT Reset Limit (VCM)
The Supply Setpoint proportionally resets to its minimum setting as the
Outdoor Air Temperature rises to this high reset temperature. For VCMX, this fi eld will display Reserved. High limit = 100ºF; Low limit = 0ºF
Heat Wheel Defrost
The Heat Wheel Defrost Mode occurs when the Outdoor Air T emperature
is below this setpoint. High limit = 50ºF; Low limit = 0ºF; Default = 30ºF .
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VCM & VCM-X Temperature & Static Setpoints
Cooling High Reset Source
As the Reset Source Temperature rises to this level, the Supply Air
Setpoint drops to its minimum setting (Cooling SAT/Low Reset Limit
Setpoint). If doing VFD Reset in a Single Zone VAV application, this
Space Temperature will cause the VFD to modulate toward its 30%
minimum. High limit = 200; Low limit = 0; Default = 75.
Cooling Low Reset Source
As the Reset Source Temperature drops to this level, the Supply Air
Setpoint rises to its maximum setting (Cooling SAT/High Reset Limit
Setpoint). If doing VFD Reset in a Single Zone VAV application, this
Space T emperature will cause the VFD to modulate toward 100%. High
limit = 200; Low limit = 0; Default = 75.
Heating High Reset Source
As the Reset Source Temperature rises to this level, the Supply Air
Setpoint drops to its minimum setting (Heating SAT/Low Reset Limit
Setpoint). If doing VFD Reset, the Space Temperature will cause the
VFD to modulate toward its 50% minimum. High limit = 200; Low
limit = 0.; Default = 70.
Heating Low Reset Source
As the Reset Source Temperature drops to this level, the Supply Air
Setpoint rises to its maximum setting (Heating SAT/High Reset Limit
Setpoint). If doing VFD Reset, the Space T emperature will cause the VFD
to modulate toward 100%. High limit = 200; Low limit = 0; Default = 70.
Heat Pump Defrost Temperature
If the Coil T emperature is below this value, the Defrost Mode is activated
if the Heat Pump Defrost Interval is satisfi ed. High limit = 50ºF; Low
limit = 0ºF; Default = 30ºF. (This setpoint is only available if your unit
has this feature.)
Heat Pump Defrost Interval
The Heat Pump Defrost Mode can only occur this often when the Coil
Temperature is below the Defrost T emperature Setpoint. High limit = 90
minutes; Low limit = 10 minutes; Default = 30 minutes. (This setpoint
is only available if your unit has this feature.)
Defrost Adaptive Timer (VCM-X Modular)
Enter a value greater than zero to enable the Adaptive Defrost Cycle
Mode. High limit = 30 minutes; Low limit = 0 minutes; Default = 30
Static Setpoints
Touch the < Static> button to access the Static Setpoint
Static
Duct Static Setpoint
For VAV units, a Supply Fan VFD or Bypass Damper Actuator is used to
maintain the Duct Static Pressure Setpoint. The Static Pressure Output
Signal varies to control the Static Pressure Setpoint. The Duct Static
Pressure is maintained at this setpoint while the Main Fan is running.
High limit = 3.00”WG; Low limit = 0.10”WG; Default = 0.50”WG.
Screens.
Static Setpoint Deadband
The Duct Static Setpoint accuracy is controlled by this value. No Main
Fan VFD changes are made if the static is within this range of this setpoint. High limit = 1.00”WG; Low limit = 0.01”WG; Default = 0.10”WG.
Static Control Interval
The Duct Static Control output is adjusted at a rate equal to this value. If
the Duct Static Pressure is above the Static Setpoint plus the Deadband,
the Static Pressure Output Signal will be reduced at every Control Rate
interval. If the Static Pressure is below the Static Setpoint minus the Deadband, the Output signal will be increased at every Control Rate interval.
High limit = 30 seconds; Low limit = 1 second; Default = 10 seconds.
Building Pressure Setpoint
The Building Pressure is maintained at this setpoint while the Main
Fan is running. See detailed explanation in next column. High limit =
0.20”WG; Low limit = -0.20”WG; Default = 0.10”WG.
Building Setpoint Deadband
The Building Pressure Setpoint accuracy is controlled by this value. No
Relief Fan VFD changes are made if the pressure is within this range
of this setpoint. See detailed explanation in next column. High limit =
0.10”WG; Low limit = 0.01”WG; Default = 0.02”WG.
Building Pressure Setpoint and Deadband
Direct Acting Control:
If an Exhaust Fan Relay is confi gured, when the Building Static Pressure
rises above the Building Pressure Setpoint plus the Deadband, the Exhaust
Fan Relay will activate. It will remain on until the Building Pressure falls
below the Building Pressure Setpoint minus the Deadband. If Modulating
Building Pressure is confi gured, when the Building Static Pressure rises
above the Building Pressure Setpoint plus the Deadband, the Building
Pressure Output Signal will increase until the Building Static Pressure
falls within the Deadband. If the Building Static Pressure falls below the
Building Pressure Setpoint minus the Deadband, the Building Pressure
Output Signal will decrease until the Building Static Pressure rises within
the Deadband. The Building Pressure Output Signal is confi gurable for
0-10 or 2-10 VDC. For more detailed operation information, see the
VCM-X Controller Technical Guide for the complete Building Pressure
Control Sequence of Operation.
Reverse Acting Control:
The Building Pressure Output Signal remains a Direct Acting 0-10 or
2-10 VDC signal, but the logic is reversed. On a drop in Building Static
Pressure below the Building Pressure Setpoint minus the Deadband,
the Building Pressure Output Signal will increase to modulate open the
Outdoor Air Damper. When this option is used, no economizer or IAQ
operation will be available.
Economizer Minimum Position
The Economizer (Outdoor Air Damper) Min Position Setpoint is maintained during the Occupied Mode even if the Economizer is disabled
due to the Outdoor Air Temperature or Wetbulb Temperature being
above the Economizer Enable Setpoint. Anytime the Economizer is
not modulating for a cooling demand, it will remain at this Minimum
Ventilation Position during Occupied hours. High limit = 100%; Low
limit = 1%; Default = 10%.
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VCM & VCM-X Static & Staging Delay Setpoints
Economizer Control Rate
The speed at which the Outdoor Air Damper Actuators are controlled
in the Economizer Mode can be controlled with this setting. The higher
the number, the faster the rate. High limit = 99 seconds; Low limit = 10
seconds; Default = 90 minutes.
Carbon Dioxide Max Economizer
This Setpoint allows you to set the Maximum Position the Economizer will
open if high CO2 conditions occur in the space. The Maximum Economizer Position Setpoint is used to limit the amount of Outdoor Air that
will be introduced to the HV AC unit in order to ensure the unit is operating
within its Heating and Cooling design limitations. The Minimum setting
for this Setpoint is the value previously set for the Economizer Minimum
Position Setpoint. High limit =100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 100%.
Carbon Dioxide Setpoint
When the CO2 level rises above the CO2 Protection Limit Max Level, the
Economizer’s Minimum Position will begin to reset open proportionally
between the CO2 Protection Limit Max Level Setpoint and the Reset Range
Setpoint. The Reset Range value is added to the Max Level value. High
limit = 3000 PPM; Low limit = 0 PPM; Default = 900 PPM.
Carbon Dioxide Reset Range
During the IAQ mode, this is the maximum amount above the CO2 limit
that will cause the Economizer to reset to its maximum position. If the
CO2 levels are equal to or above the Max Level plus the Reset Range,
the Economizer will be opened to its Maximum Economizer Position
if high CO2 levels occur. High limit = 1500 PPM; Low limit = 0 PPM;
Default = 100 PPM.
Minimum Outdoor Air CFM
If controlling the Outdoor Air Damper to a CFM Setpoint, this screen
allows you to enter the design minimum required Outdoor Airfl ow for
the air handler. High limit = 200 K CFM; Low limit = 0.10 K CFM;
Default = 0.10 K CFM.
Maximum Outdoor Air CFM
If controlling the Outdoor Air Damper to a CFM Setpoint, this screen
allows you to enter the design maximum required Outdoor Airfl ow for
the air handler. This is only used during CO2 override conditions. High
limit = 200 K CFM; Low limit = 0.10 K CFM; Default = 0.10 K CFM.
OA CFM Proportional Window
If the CFM reading is this far from setpoint, the controller will make 5%
signal adjustments to try to get to setpoint. High limit = 1000 CFM; Low
limit = 10 CFM; Default = 10 CFM.
Max OA Damper Tempering Limit
The Maximum OA Damper Tempering Limit Setpoint allows you to set
the Maximum Damper position the Economizer can open to while the
heat is running during the Tempering Mode in this sequence (to prevent
potential wasting of energy). Enter the maximum position the Economizer
can open in the Supply Air Tempering Mode. High Limit = 60%; Low
limit = 0%; Default = 50%.
Staging Delays Setpoints
Touch the < Staging Delays> button to access the Staging
Staging
Delays Setpoint Screens.
Outdoor Airfl ow Intake Area
For the controller to properly calculate the Outside Air CFM, you need
to enter the inside area (sq. ft.) of the Outdoor Air Duct/Damper. When
measuring the Outdoor Air Damper area, be sure to measure the inside
dimensions of the damper. The more accurate the measurements, the more
accurate the CFM reading will be. This value needs to be accurate to 2
decimal places. High limit = 200 sq. ft.; Low limit = 0 sq. ft.; Default
= 0 sq. ft.
Return Airfl ow Duct Area
For the controller to properly calculate the Return Air CFM, you need to
enter the area in square feet of the Return Air Duct/Damper . When measur ing the Return Air Damper area, be sure to measure the inside dimensions
of the damper. The more accurate the measurements, the more accurate
the CFM reading will be. This value needs to be accurate to 2 decimal
places. High limit = 200 sq. ft.; Low limit = 0 sq. ft.; Default = 0 sq. ft.
Supply Air Duct Area
For the controller to properly calculate the Supply Air CFM, you need
to enter the area in square feet of the Supply Air Duct/Damper. When
measuring the Supply Duct Damper area, be sure to measure the inside
dimensions of the damper. The more accurate the measurements, the more
accurate the CFM reading will be. This value needs to be accurate to 2
decimal places. High limit = 200 sq. ft.; Low limit = 0 sq. ft.; Default
= 0 sq. ft.
Cooling Stage Down
This is the amount of time that must elapse between each Compressor
deactivation to prevent all Compressors from deactivating at once as
the cooling demand decreases. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 1
minute; Default = 1 minute.
Cooling Stage Up
This is the amount of time that must elapse between each Compressor
activation to prevent all Compressors from activating at the same time
due to large cooling demands. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 3
minutes; Default = 3 minutes.
Cooling Min Run Time
This is the minimum amount of time the Compressors must remain on
once they have been activated. This overrides the Stage Down Delay if
that is not as long as this delay. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 5
minutes; Default = 5 minutes.
Once a Compressor has been staged back off, it must remain off for this
amount of time to prevent short cycling. High limit = 15 minutes; Low
limit = 3 minutes; Default = 3 minutes.
Mechanical Fail Timeout
When Heating or Cooling Mode is initiated and staging is activated, if the
Supply Air Temperature does not rise or fall 5°F within the Mechanical
Fail Timeout Setpoint, a Mechanical Heating or Cooling failure alarm
will be generated. The Alarm is for status reporting only. The HVAC unit
will continue to run. High limit = 255 minutes; Low limit = 0 minutes;
Default = 15 minutes.
Heating Stage Down
This is the amount of time that must elapse between each Heat Stage
deactivation to prevent all Heat Stages from deactivating at once as the
heating demand decreases. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 1 minute;
Default = 1 minute.
Heating Stage Up
This is the amount of time that must elapse between each Heat Stage
activation to prevent all Heat Stages from activating at the same time
due to large heating demands. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 3
minutes; Default = 3 minutes.
Heating Min Run Time
This is the minimum amount of time the Heat Stages must remain on
once they have been activated. This overrides the Stage Down Delay if
that is not as long as this delay. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 2
minutes; Default = 2 minutes.
Heating Min Off Time
Once a Heat Stage has been staged back off, it must remain off for this
amount of time to prevent short cycling. High limit = 15 minutes; Low
limit = 1 minute; Default = 1 minute.
Heat Pump Delay
If your VCM-X is confi gured to operate as a Heat Pump, the Heat Pump
Auxiliary Heating Delay Setpoint can be confi gured to provide a time delay
period before Auxiliary Heating Stages can be activated once activation
of the Compressor Heating Stages have been initiated. High limit = 30
minutes; Low limit = 0 minutes; Default = 3 minutes.
Miscellaneous Setpoints
Touch the < Miscellaneous> button to access the
Misc
Heating Minimum VFD
If the Supply Fan VFD signal falls below this setpoint, Heating will be
disabled. The Main Fan VFD signal must be at or above this percentage
before any heat is allowed to activate. High limit = 100%; Low limit =
0%; Default = 30%.
Mod Cooling Window
The Modulating Cooling Window is the control range of the Modulating
Signal above and below the Active Supply Air Setpoint. The larger the
Modulating Cooling Window , the smaller the signal adjustment per Time
Period will be for each ºF the supply air is from the Active Supply Air
Temperature Setpoint. If the Supply Air T emperature is this amount away
from the SAT setpoint, 10% of the possible output signal will be applied.
High limit = 30ºF; Low limit = 5ºF; Default = 5ºF.
Mod Cooling Time Period
The Time Period is the delay before another signal increase or decrease
can be made and is user-adjustable. Short Time Periods may cause hunting of the Modulating Signal. This is the rate at which the Modulating
Cooling Signal is calculated. High limit = 250 seconds; Low limit = 5
seconds; Default = 30 seconds.
Miscellaneous Setpoint Screens.
Warm-up Timeout
If the equipment has entered the Morning W arm-up Mode, it will remain
in that mode until the Return Air Temperature rises above the Morning
W arm-up Setpoint or until this Warm-up T imeout expires. The Warm-up
Timeout must be greater than zero for Morning Warm-up to occur. High
limit = 240 minutes; Low limit = 0 minutes; Default = 60 minutes.
Fan Starting Delay
This is the Supply Fan Starting Delay Timer initiated whenever the VCMX initiates Supply Fan operation. This is useful when you are using multiple VCM-X-controlled HVAC units and want to be sure that all the units
do not start at exactly the same time when the Occupied schedule occurs.
Each VCM-X should be set with staggered Fan Starting Delay Setpoint
values. When the 255-second default setpoint is used, it multiplies each
VCM-X controller’s address by 5 and uses this value in seconds as the
Fan Starting Delay Time. This provides a staggered start for each VCM-X
controller on the system without having to individually set each VCM-X
controller for its own time delay. High limit = 255 seconds; Low limit =
0 seconds; Default = 255 seconds.
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Mod Heating Window
The Modulating Heating Window is the control range of the Modulating
Signal above and below the Active Supply Air Setpoint. The larger the
Modulating Heating Window, the smaller the signal adjustment per T ime
Period will be for each ºF the supply air is from the Active Supply Air
Temperature Setpoint. If the Supply Air T emperature is this amount away
from the SAT setpoint, 10% of the possible output signal will be applied.
High limit = 30ºF; Low limit = 5ºF; Default = 5ºF.
Mod Heating Time Period
The Mod Heating Time Period is the delay before another signal increase
or decrease can be made and is user-adjustable. Short Time Periods may
cause hunting of the Modulating Signal. This is the rate at which the
Modulating Heating Signal is calculated. High limit = 250 seconds; Low
limit = 5 seconds; Default = 5 seconds.
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VCM & VCM-X Miscellaneous Setpoints
Controlling Week Schedule
If the VCM is not using its own internal week schedule, enter the external
schedule number that will control this unit. Enter 0 to use the internal
schedule. Enter 1 through 5 to use an external schedule. A GPC Plus is required for schedules 1 through 5. High limit = 5; Low limit = 0; Default = 0.
Push-Button Override Duration
If the VCM-X has a Space Temperature Sensor installed and it has the
Override Button option, the HVAC unit will initiate the Occupied Mode
any time the Override Button is pressed and held for less than 3 seconds.
The Push-Button Override Duration Setpoint allows you to adjust the
amount of time the Override will remain in effect when the Override
Button is pressed. To cancel the Override before the Override Duration
time period expires, press the Override Button for 5 to 10 seconds. High
limit = 8 hours; Low limit = 0 hours; Default = 2 hours.
Maximum Slide Offset Effect
If the VCM-X has a Space Temperature Sensor with the Slide Adjust
option installed, the HVAC Mode Enable Heating and Cooling Setpoints
can be offset by the Maximum Slide Offset Effect Setpoint. When the
Slide Adjust bar is in the middle, no offset will occur. If the Slide Adjust
bar is moved all the way to the top of the Sensor, the Heating and Cooling
Setpoints will be raised by the Setpoint value you have entered. If the
Slide Adjust bar is moved all the way down to the bottom of the Sensor,
the Heating and Cooling Setpoints will be lowered by the Setpoint value
you have entered. High limit = 10ºF; Low limit = 0ºF; Default = 0ºF.
Optimal Start Soak Factor
If you are using the Optimal Start feature, you can force the calculated start
to time to activate. The Optimal Start Soak Factor is a multiplier that if set
to a number greater than 0 will be used as a multiplier for calculating the
Optimal Start Time for the HVAC unit. This multiplier is only applied if
the unit has been off for more than 24 hours. See the VCM-X Controller Technical Guide for more detailed information regarding the Optimal
Start. This multiplier is only applied if you are using the VCM-X Internal
Schedule. High limit = 5.0; Low limit = 0.0; Default = 0.0.
CO2 Sensor Scaling
If you have installed a CO2 sensor for Indoor Air Quality, enter the maximum reading the sensor can provide when the maximum input signal is
applied. High limit = 3000 ppm; Low limit = 0 ppm; Default =2000 ppm.
Trend Logging Interval
An Internal Trendlog is constantly updated at a rate equal to this value.
High limit = 60 minutes; Low limit = 1 minute; Default = 15 minutes.
Indoor Humidity Setpoint
On VAV or CAV confi gured units that are not using 100% Outdoor Air,
when the Indoor Relative Humidity percentage rises above the Indoor
Humidity Setpoint, the unit will start operating in Dehumidifi cation
Mode. If an Indoor Humidity Sensor is installed, the unit will reset the
Coil Suction T emperature Setpoint as needed to maintain this Indoor RH
Setpoint. This includes VAV, CAV and MUA applications. High limit =
100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 50%.
Return Bypass Damper Factor
This setpoint is used when your HVAC unit is confi gured for Return Air
Bypass Damper control. The Return Air Bypass Damper Factor Setpoint
is a percentage value that is used to calculate the Return Air Damper position in relation to the Return Air Bypass Damper position. This provides a
method for adjusting the airfl ow through the Return Air Bypass Damper.
Increasing this percentage increases the airfl ow through the Return Air
Bypass Damper by causing the Return Air Damper to move further towards
its closed position in relation to the Return Air Bypass Damper moving
towards its open position.
Decreasing this percentage decreases the airfl ow through the Return Air
Bypass Damper by causing the Return Air Damper to move further towards
its open position in relation to the Return Air Bypass Damper moving towards its closed position. High limit = 100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 0%.
Head Pressure Setpoint (VCM-X Modular, VCM-X WSHP)
Enter the maximum head pressure setpoint for the Head Pressure Module.
High limit = 420 PSI; Low limit = 240 PSI; Default = 315 PSI.
Reheat Head Pressure (VCM-X Modular, VCM-X WSHP)
Enter the maximum head pressure setpoint for the Reheat Mode of operation. High limit = 400 PSI; Low limit = 250 PSI; Default = 400 PSI.
Space Sensor Offset
If the Space Temperature Sensor is reading incorrectly, you can use this
option to enter an offset temperature to adjust the Sensor’s Temperature.
Enter a positive Sensor Calibration value to raise the Space Temperature
Sensor reading and a negative value to lower the Sensor reading. High limit
= 100ºF; Low limit = -100ºF; Default = 0ºF.
Supply Sensor Offset
If the Supply Air T emperature Sensor is reading incorrectly , you can use this
option to enter an offset temperature to adjust the Sensor’s Temperature.
Enter a positive Sensor Calibration value to raise the Supply Air Temperature Sensor reading and a negative value to lower the Sensor reading. High
limit = 100ºF; Low limit = -100ºF; Default = 0ºF.
Return Sensor Offset
If the Return Air Temperature Sensor is reading incorrectly , you can use this
option to enter an offset temperature to adjust the Sensor’s Temperature.
Enter a positive Sensor Calibration value to raise the Return Air T emperature
Sensor reading and a negative value to lower the Sensor reading. High limit
= 100ºF; Low limit = -100ºF; Default = 0ºF.
Outdoor Sensor Offset
If the Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor is reading incorrectly, you can use
this option to enter an offset temperature to adjust the Sensor’s T emperature.
Enter a positive Sensor Calibration value to raise the Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor reading and a negative value to lower the Sensor reading..
High limit = 100ºF; Low limit = -100ºF; Default = 0ºF.
Coil Temperature Offset
If the Coil T emperature reading needs to be adjusted, enter a positive value
to raise the Coil T emperature reading and a negative value to lower the Coil
Temperature reading. High limit = 30ºF; Low limit = -30ºF; Default = 0ºF.
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Zone
VCM & VCM-X Controllers
VCM & VCM-X Relays Setpoints
Relays Setpoints
Touch the < Relays> button to access the Outputs Setpoints
Relays
confi gured. By using the available relay outputs on the Controller and
Expansion Modules, you have the ability to confi gure up to a combined
total of 20 Heating Stages, Cooling Stages, and the rest of the options listed
in each Outputs Setpoints Screen. Only the Heating and Cooling relays
can be confi gured with multiple outputs. If any other option is selected
more than once, it will simply activate redundant relays, but no multiple
staging will occur. See Table 6 for Relay Defi nitions.
.
NOTE: Relay #1 is not confi gurable as it is reserved for the
Screens. Touch the radio button next to the desired relay selection. Choose one relay output from each screen for Relays
2 through 21. Relays #2 through #21 can be individually
Supply Air Fan.
Not Used
Heating Stage
Zone
Warm Up Command
Rev ersing V alv e
Gas Re-Heat
Exhaust Fan
Pre-Heater
External Heat
Alarm Indicator
Override Indicator
Occupied Indicator
OA Damper
Mod Cooling
Heat Wheel
Cooling Stage
No. Relay DescriptionDetails
1 Heating StagesConfi gure (1) Relay for each stage of heat. Confi gure (1) Relay for Mod heat.
2 Cooling StagesConfi gure (1) Relay for each stage of cooling. For chilled water, confi gure (1) Relay for cooling.
3 Warm-Up Mode (VAV Boxes)Confi gure (1) Relay for Warm-Up Mode when Non-Orion VAV/Zone Controllers are used.
4 Reversing Valve (Heat Pumps) Confi gure (1) Relay for Reversing Valve operation. Can be confi gured for heating or cooling.
5 Reheat Confi gure (1) Relay for On/Off reheat when used.
6 Exhaust FanConfi gure (1) Relay for enabling exhaust fan when building pressure control is used.
Pre-Heater
7
(low ambient protection)
8 AlarmConfi gure (1) Relay to initiate an alarm output when any VCM-X alarm occurs.
9 Override Confi gure (1) Relay to initiate an output signal when space temperature override button is pushed.
10 Occupied Confi gure (1) Relay to initiate an output signal any time the VCM-X is in occupied mode.
11 OA Damper
12 Heat Wheel
13 Emergency Heat
Confi gure (1) Relay for pre-heat coil when required. Activated when the outdoor air temperature
drops below the ambient protection setpoint.
Confi gure (1) Relay to initiate an output signal when the OA damper moves beyond its minimum
during economizer operation, when the OA damper opens, when Hood On/Off is used, when Hood
Contact is used, and with MUA applications.
Confi gure (1) Relay that turns heat wheel on when in occupied operation and turns heat wheel off
when in economizer mode.
Confi gure (1) Relay for fi xed stage Emergency Heat in a heat pump unit. Not available on VCM-X
WSHP E-BUS controller.
Emergency Heat
Table 6: User-Confi gurable Relay Outputs
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VCB-X Controllers
VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
Accessing and Entering VCB-X Setpoints
Accessing and Entering VCB-X
Setpoints
While in the VCB-X Status Screen (see Figure 35), touch the < Set-
points> button found on the bottom menu bar . The VCB-X Controller’s
Temperature Setpoints Screen will appear. See Figure 36.
Level 1 and Level 2 users can change occupied space temperature set-
points, but only Level 3 users can change all setpoints.
Figure 35: VCB-X Controller Status Screen
Individual setpoint and confi guration buttons are located at the bottom
of the Setpoint Screens. See Figure 37. Simply touch a specifi c button
to access that category.
Temps
Static
Staging
Misc
Relays
Config
Figure 37: VCB-X Setpoint Buttons
Within each Setpoint Screen, touch the
Status Screen or touch < Home> to return to the Main Screen.
Use the <+> and <-> buttons to scroll through the setpoints and confi gu-
rations. Simply touch the blue highlighted box to change the setpoint.
Each setpoint data entry screen will provide a defi nition of the setpoint
and specifi c instructions for entering the setpoint and will include the
setpoint range as in the example below, Figure 38.
< Status> button to return to the
Figure 36: VCB-X Controller Temperature Setpoints
Screen
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Figure 38: VCB-X Cooling Mode Setpoint Data
Entry Screen
Touch <OK> to have the system accept the new value. If you enter a
setpoint that is not in the valid range, the setpoint will remain as is and
will not change.
Each setpoint data entry screen is self-explanatory; however, each
setpoint and confi guration is explained in the next section, Confi guring
VCB-X Setpoints. T o easily reference a particular setpoint or confi gura-
tion, refer to Index B.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Confi guration
Zone
Zone
VCB-X Confi guration
Touch the < Confi guration> button to access the Confi gu-
Config
buttons, touch one or more square buttons to make your confi guration
selections for the unit.
Check this Bo x f or Celsius Temperature Scaling—Touch
the square button to select Celsius Temperature Scaling. Default
is Fahrenheit.
Installed Sensors
Touch the square button to select the sensors that are installed:
Installed Expansion Boards and Modules
Touch the square button to select the Expansion Board(s) and Modules
that are installed. The available selections are as follows:
ration Setpoints Screens.
For screens that contain radio buttons, touch the radio
button next to your selection. For screens with square
Carbon Dioxide Sensor Installed Suction Pressure Sensor Installed Communicating Indoor Sensor Installed—This is the
E-BUS Digital Room Temperature Sensor or Digital
Temperature and Humidity Sensor.
Communicating Outdoor Sensor Installed—This is
the E-BUS Outdoor Air Temperature and Humidity Sensor.
Main Expansion Board Installed—This is the
EM1 Module. The following IO is available on EM1:
HVAC Mode Enable SourceTouch the radio button to select the Temperature Sensor/Application that
will determine the Heating, Cooling, or V ent Mode of operation. Default
is Single Zone VAV. The available selections are as follows:
Single Zone VA V—Recirculating unit using the Space
Temperature Sensor to determine the mode of operation.
Heating and Cooling are controlled to a Leaving Air
Setpoint. Space Temperature resets the Supply Fan VFD
speed to maintain the Space Temperature. Modulating
Heating and Cooling must be used for VAV operation.
Can be confi gured for CAV Heating using staged Heat.
Space Temperature—Typical recirculating unit using a
Space Temperature Sensor to determine the Heating,
Cooling, and Vent Modes of operation.
Outdoor Air Temperature—This is for a 100% Outdoor
Air Unit (MUA) using the Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor
to determine the Heating, Cooling, and Vent Modes of
operation. Dehumidifi cation utilizes an Outdoor Air
Dewpoint Setpoint
Supply Air Cooling Only—This is for a standard Cooling
Only VAV unit with optional Morning Warm Up. In the
Occupied Mode, the unit will be in the Cooling Mode
controlling to the Cooling Supply Air Setpoint.
Return Air Temperature—Optional recirculating unit
confi guration using the Return Temperature Sensor to determine the Heating, Cooling, and Vent Modes of
operation.
VAV Capabilities Water Temperature
Building Pressure Hood On/Off
Head Pressure Control Proof of Flow
Return Air Temperature Condenser Control
Remote Forced Occupied
Water Source Heat Pump Monitoring
Modulating Chilled Water
ReHeat Expansion Board Installed—This is the
MHGRV-X Controller.
Mod Gas Expansion Board Installed—This is the
MODGAS-X Controller.
12 Relay Expansion Board Installed—This is the
E-BUS 12 Relay Expansion Module.
Static Pressure Control
This confi guration option is available if expansion module EM1 is
installed and confi gured. Default is Fan VFD. The options are:
None—This unit is not controlling Duct Static Pressure.
Fan VFD or Single Zone VAV—This unit has a Supply
Fan VFD that modulates to control the Duct Static Pressure.
Bypass Damper—This unit uses a Bypass Damper to
control the Duct Static Pressure.
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VCB-X Controllers
VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Confi guration
SAT Reset Source
This confi guration option is not available if Single Zone VAV was
selected as the HVAC source. The Supply Air Setpoint can be “automatically” adjusted based on a selected reset source. This screen allows
you to choose this source. Select No Reset for Single Zone VAV units.
Default is No Reset. The available selections are as follows:
No Reset— No SAT Setpoint Reset will occur. The SAT
Setpoints remain fi xed.
Space Temperature—The SAT Setpoints will be
adjusted based on the Space Temperature.
Outdoor Air —The SAT Setpoints will be adjusted based
on the Outdoor Air Temperature.
Return Air—The SAT Setpoints will be adjusted based on
the Return Air Temperature.
Fan VFD Signal—The SAT Setpoints will be adjusted
based on the VFD Signal. This is good for Adjusting the
Setpoints based on the building’s load by looking at the
VFD speed.
NOTE: This screen will be grayed-out if Single Zone VAV was selected
as the HVAC Mode Enable Source.
Fan Cycle Mode—Touch the square button to select this item if
you want the HVAC unit’s Supply Fan to only run during
Heating or Cooling Mode. DO NOT select this item if you want
the HVAC unit’s Supply Fan to run continuously while in the
Occupied Mode, regardless of the Heating or Cooling Mode.
Has Head Pressure Control—Touch the square button to
select this item if you have the EM1 Module installed and
confi gured and if a Head Pressure Sensor is installed for Head
Pressure Control.
Has Water Side Condenser—Touch the square button to
select this item if you have the EM1 Module installed and
confi gured and if using a Water Side Condenser.
Dehumidifi cation Control
Touch the radio button to select the type of Dehumidifi cation control.
Default is None.
None—The unit does not have a Dehumidifi cation Mode.
Dehumidify in Occupied Vent Mode Only—The unit
can only enter Dehumidifi cation during the Occupied Vent Mode (when there is no call for Cooling or Heating).
Dehumidify in Vent Mode Anytime—The unit can only
enter Dehumidifi cation during the Vent Mode (when there is no call for Cooling or Heating) in both the Occupied and
Unoccupied operation.
Dehumidifi cation in All Modes Anytime—This is
Occupied and Unoccupied Dehumidifi cation Priority. The unit can enter Dehumidifi cation during Cooling, Heating, or Vent Modes while in Occupied or Unoccupied operation.
For units controlled by space humidity sensors, Dehumidifi cation is
initiated based on an Indoor Humidity Setpoint. For 100% OA units
(MUA), Occupied Dehumidifi cation is initiated based on an Outdoor Air
Dewpoint Setpoint. For MUA units, Unoccupied Dehumidifi cation can
only occur if the unit is confi gured for Night Setback recirculating opera-
tion and has a Space Humidity sensor and a Space Humidity Setpoint.
Reheat Type
This confi guration option is available if expansion module EM1 has been
installed and confi gured and if Dehumidifi cation has been confi gured.
If you need Reheat in the Dehumidifi cation mode, this screen allows
you to confi gure what kind of reheat will be used. The output(s) will be
staged or modulated to maintain the Active Supply Air Setpoint. Touch
the radio button to select the desired Reheat Type. Default is None.
Use Unit Heat for Rehea t—Using the unit’s heat as
Reheat when Hot Gas Reheat is not available.
Mod HGR AND Unit Heat—Using MHGR as the 1
form of Reheat, supplemented by unit Heat if necessary.
st
On/Off HGR AND Unit Heat—Using “Reheat Relay”
stage as the 1st form of Reheat, supplemented by unit Heat
if necessary.
NOTE: This screen will be grayed-out if not using Dehumidifi cation.
Reversing Valve ( Heat Pump Confi guration)
If you are using a Heat Pump, touch the radio button to select the desired
Reversing Valve Signal if your Heat Pump unit activates its reversing
valve during Cooling or Heating operation. Default is None.
None—Not a Heat Pump and no externally controlled
reversing valve.
Air to Air Heat Pump Fail to Heating—Air to Air Heat
Pump and Reversing Valve fails to Heating.
Air to Air Heat Pump Fail to Cooling—Air to Air Heat
Pump and Reversing Valve fails to Cooling.
Water Source Heat Pump Fail to Hea ting—Water
Source Heat Pump and Reversing Valve fails to Heating.
Water Source Heat Pump Fail to Cooling—Water
Source Heat Pump and Reversing Valve fails to Cooling.
Dehumidifi cation in All Modes Occupied—This is
Occupied Mode Dehumidifi cation Priority. The unit can
enter Dehumidifi cation during Cooling, Heating, or Vent Modes, but only while in Occupied operation.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Confi guration
Zone
Zone
Heating Type
Touch the radio button to select the desired Heating Type. Modulating
Heat is always initiated fi rst. Default is None.
None—The unit has no Heat.
Staged Control— On/Off Hot Water or fi xed stage(s) of
Heat.
Modulating Control—Only fully modulating forms of
Heat which would be Modulating Hot Water, Modulating
Steam Heat or Modulating SCR Electric Heat. Does not
include Modulating Gas using the AAON® MODGAS-X
Controller.
Mod Gas Control—Only Modulating Gas Heat controlled
by the AAON® MODGAS-X Controller.
Modulating and Staged Control—Fully modulating
as the 1st form of Heat and Stage(s) of Heat as the 2nd form
of Heat.
Mod Gas and Staged Control—ModGas Heat as the 1
form of Heat and Stage(s) of Heat as the 2nd form of Heat.
See the VCB-X Controller Field Technical Guide for a more detailed
description of these operations.
NOTE: If you are using a Heat Pump, this screen will not appear.
Aux Heating Type
If you are using a Heat Pump, touch the radio button to select the desired
Aux Heat option. Default is None.
st
None—This unit does not have Heat Pump
Auxiliary Heat.
Staged Control— This unit has a stage(s) of Auxiliary
Heat. Multiple relays can be confi gured as Aux Heat in
which case the relays will stage up as required.
Modulating Control—This unit has a form of modulating
heat being used as Auxiliary Heat. ModGas cannot be used
as the modulating heat source.
Mod Heat AND Staged Heat—This unit has modulating
heat that will be used as the 1st form of Auxiliary Heat
followed by a stage(s) of Aux Heat.
NOTE: If you are not using a Heat Pump, this screen will not appear.
Cooling Type
Touch the radio button to select the desired Cooling Type. If your HVAC
unit is equipped with a Digital Compressor, touch the radio button to
select Modulating Control or Modulating and Staged Control. Modulating Cooling is always initiated fi rst. Default is None.
None—The unit has no Cooling.
Staged Control— On/Off Chilled Water or fi xed stage(s)
DX Cooling only.
Modulating and Staged Control— Digital Scroll
Compressor(s) as the 1
of Cooling as the 2nd form of Cooling.
Digital Compressor—Touch this square if your HVAC unit is
using a Digital Compressor. Default is No.
Economizer Control
Touch the radio button to select type of Economizer Control. Default is
None. Touch the square button to allow Economizer Control in Unoccupied Mode. Default is No Economizer Allowed in Unoccupied Mode.
st
form of Cooling and fi xed stage(s)
None— No Economizer being controlled directly by this
controller.
Economizer Only—Economizer being controlled but no
CO2 control.
Economizer with CO2 Reset—Economizer controlled
but with the ability for CO2 to reset the Minimum position.
Economizer Allowed in Unoccupied Mode—Default is
NO. This confi guration option is available if Economizer Control is confi gured.
YES—You want to use the Economizer as necessary
during Unoccupied Night Setback cooling calls. It will
be utilized just as it would be in the Occupied mode
with the same outdoor enable temperature. The
Economizer will remain closed unless there is
a call to run while in the Unoccupied Mode.
NO—You want the Economizer to always remain fully
Closed in the Unoccupied mode even if there is a call
to run from a zone or space temp.
Economizer Enable Source
This confi guration option is available if the unit was confi gured for
Economizer Control. Touch the radio button from the Economizer En-
able methods listed below that will allow the Economizer to be used as
the fi rst stage of cooling. Default is OA Drybulb.
OA Drybulb— If the Outdoor Air Drybulb temperature is
below the enable setpoint, the Economizer can be used as
the fi rst stage of cooling.
OA W etbulb ( OA RH sensor needed)—If the Outside
Air Wetbulb temperature is below the enable setpoint, the
Economizer can be used as the fi rst stage of cooling.
OA Dewpoint ( OA RH sensor needed)—If the Outdoor
Air Dewpoint temperature is below the enable setpoint, the
Economizer can be used as the fi rst stage of cooling.
Modulating Control— Modulating Chilled Water or
Digital Scroll Compressors.
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VCB-X Controllers
VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Confi guration
Building Pressure Control
This confi guration option is available if the EM1 Module has been
installed and confi gured. Touch the radio button to select type of Building
Pressure Control. Default is None.
None—No Building Pressure Control by this controller.
On/Off Control—If the building pressure rises above
setpoint, a relay confi gured as Exhaust Fan will energize in order to turn on an On/Off exhaust fan. You must confi gure one of the output relays as Exhaust Fan.
Modulating Control—If the building pressure rises above
setpoint, a modulating signal will be used to control an
exhaust fan VFD or a modulating damper. A relay
confi gured as Exhaust Fan can be used to enable this device so that the modulating signal can control it.
Rev erse Acting OA Damper Control—Select if reverse
acting Building Pressure Control using the Outdoor Air
Damper is required. If the building pressure falls below
setpoint, the OA Damper (Economizer) signal will be used
to modulate the OA Damper to maintain setpoint.
Rev erse Acting Supply Fan VFD Control—Contact
WattMaster Factory regarding this reverse acting Building
Control option. This should not be used in most
applications.
Morning Warm-UpTouch the radio button to select type of Morning Warm-Up control.
Default is None.
None— There is no Morning Warm Up required.
Stand Alone Warm-up Control—The VCB-X Controller
is not communicating to Orion VAV Box controls, but a
Morning Warm Up Relay can be confi gured to signal boxes by other to open.
Warm-up w/Broadcast to Fixed Airfl ow—The VCB-X
Controller is communicating to Orion VAV Boxes and will
broadcast a command to the boxes to go to a Fixed
Percentage Position or Airfl ow while in Morning Warm Up.
This fi xed position is confi gured in the VAV box controller.
Warm-up w/Broadcast to Maximum Airfl ow—The
VCB-X Controller is communicating to Orion VAV Boxes
and will broadcast a command to the boxes to go to a
Maximum Percentage Position or Airfl ow while in Morning Warm Up. This maximum position is confi gured in the VAV
box controller.
Binary Input Confi guration
Touch the square button to select the binary inputs on the VCB-X
Controller.
Emergency Shutdown Input is Required
Select this item for YES if a Smoke Detector/Firestat
or other Emergency Shutdown input is connected to the
Emergency Shutdown binary input. If a Shutdown condition
occurs and the 24V signal is removed from this input, the
Supply Fan and Heating and Cooling Relay Outputs will be
de-energized and an alarm will be generated. Default is NO.
Proof of Flow Input is Required
Select this item if the unit is equipped with a Proof of Flow
Switch and it is connected to the VCB-X. If selected as
YES and the Proof of Flow Switch is open, only the Supply
Fan Relay will be active. If any other relays such as Heating
Stages or Cooling Stages are active, they will be deactivated
when the Proof of Flow Switch input is lost. Default is NO.
Dirty Filter Input is Required
Select this item if a Dirty Filter switch is connected to the
Dirty Filter binary input. If the Dirty Filter input is active,
an alarm will be generated. Default is NO.
Defrost Coil Switch Installed
Select this item if a Defrost Coil Temperature Switch is
installed and is connected to the Defrost Coil Temperature
Switch binary input. If this switch closes, it will initiate a
Defrost Mode. Default is NO.
Installed Sensors
Touch the square button to select the desired airfl ow sensor monitoring:
Monitor Return Airfl ow Sensor—Selectthis item if
you have an Airfl ow Monitoring station measuring the CFM
of the Return Air airfl ow stream of this unit. Default is NO.
Monitor Supply Airfl ow Sensor—Selectthis item if
you have an Airfl ow Monitoring station measuring the CFM
of the Supply Air airfl ow stream of this unit. Default is NO.
Monitor Exhaust Airfl ow Sensor—Selectthis item if
you have an Airfl ow Monitoring station measuring the CFM
of the Exhaust Air airfl ow stream of this unit. Default is NO.
Monitor Outdoor Airfl ow Sensor—Selectthis item if
you have an Airfl ow Monitoring station measuring the CFM
of the Outdoor Air airfl ow stream of this unit. Default is NO.
Control Outdoor Airfl ow—Selectthis item if
you have an Airfl ow Monitoring station and are controlling the OA Damper to an airfl ow (CFM) setpoint. Default is NO.
Has Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor—Selectthis
item if you have any type of Outdoor Air T emperature Sensor
installed.
Broadcast Outdoor Air Humidity—The VCB-X will broadcast its Outdoor Air Humidity Reading to other HVAC
units if they are not equipped with their own Outdoor Air RH
sensors. A network communications device (MiniLink PD or
CommLink) is needed in order for this feature to operate.
Broadcast Outdoor Air Temperature—The VCB-X will
broadcast its Outdoor Air Temperature Reading to other HVAC
units if they are not equipped with their own Outdoor Air
Temperature sensors. A network communications device
(MiniLink PD or CommLink) is needed in order for this feature
to operate.
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Zone
VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Confi guration & Temperature Setpoints
Zone
Broadcast Commands to V AV Boxes—The VCB-X will
broadcast all applicable information and commands to the VAV
Boxes.
Broadcast Building Pressure—The VCB-X will broadcast
Building Pressure from this unit to any other unit requiring this
value.
Glycol Percentage for Water Source Heat Pumps
Select the percentage that applies to your unit.
Temperature Setpoints
Touch the < Temperatures> button to access the
Temps
Cooling Mode Enable
This setpoint is used to determine the Cooling Mode of operation in
reference to the HVAC Mode Enable Sensor. Above this temperature
plus the deadband, the unit will switch to Cooling Mode. High limit =
110ºF / 43.3ºC; Low limit = 1ºF / -17.2ºC. Default = 75ºF / 24ºC.
Heating Mode Enable
This setpoint is used to determine the Heating Mode of operation in
reference to the HVAC Mode Enable Sensor. Below this temperature
minus the deadband, the unit will switch to Heating Mode. High limit
= 110ºF / 43.3ºC; Low limit = 1ºF / -17.2ºC. Default = 70ºF / 21ºC.
Temperature Setpoint Screens.
Control Mode Low Alarm Offset
If the Temperature of the controlling sensor falls below the Occupied
Heating Setpoint by this amount during the Heating Mode, the controller
will generate a Low Control Temp Alarm. The unit must be confi gured
for Space T emperature Control, Return Air T emperature Control, or as a
Single Zone VAV unit for this alarm to be generated. High limit = 50ºF
/ 27.77ºC; Low limit = 0ºF / 0ºC; Default = 30ºF / 16.66ºC.
Hood On MUA Cooling Setpoint
If the Hood On switch closes, this is the Cooling Setpoint used to generate
the Cooling Mode based on the Outdoor Air Temperature. High limit
= 110ºF / 43.3ºC; Low limit = -1ºF / -17.2ºC; Default = 75ºF / 24ºC.
Hood On MUA Heating Setpoint
If the Hood On switch closes, this is the Heating Setpoint used to generate
the Heating Mode based on the Outdoor Air Temperature. High limit
= 110ºF / 43.3ºC; Low limit = -1ºF / -17.2ºC; Default = 70ºF / 21ºC.
MUA Outdoor Air Dewpoint Setpoint
On MUA confi gured units (100% or high percentage Outdoor Air units),
or if this is a unit in Hood On MUA operation, Dehumidifi cation will
be initiated if the Outdoor Air Dewpoint rises above this setpoint. High
limit = 80ºF / 26.6ºC; Low limit = 35ºF / 1.7ºC; Default = 55ºF / 12.8ºC.
Economizer Enable Setpoint
If an Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor is connected to the VCB-X and
the Outdoor Air Temperature falls below this Setpoint, the Economizer
can be used for Free Cooling. High limit = 80ºF / 26.66ºC; Low limit =
-30ºF / -34.44ºC; Default = 55ºF / 12.80ºC.
Unoccupied Cooling Offset
During the Unoccupied Mode of Operation, this setpoint adjusts the
Cooling Mode Enable Setpoint up by this amount. If you do not want
Cooling to operate during the Unoccupied Mode, use the default setting of 30°F / 16.66ºC for this setpoint. High limit = 30ºF / 16.66ºC (no
offset); Low limit = 0ºF / 0ºC; Default 30ºF / 16.66ºC.
Unoccupied Heating Offset
During the Unoccupied Mode of Operation, this setpoint adjusts the
Heating Mode Enable Setpoint down by this amount. If you do not
want Heating to operate during the Unoccupied Mode, use the default
setting of 30°F / 16.66ºC for this setpoint. High limit = 30ºF / 16.66ºC
(no offset); Low limit = 0ºF / 0ºC; Default = 30ºF / 16.66ºC.
Mode Selection Deadband
This Setpoint is added to and subtracted from the HV AC Mode Setpoints
to determine when the unit enters and leaves a mode of operation. High
limit = 10ºF / 5.55ºC (no offset); Low limit = 1ºF / 0.55ºC; Default =
0ºF / 0ºC.
Control Mode High Alarm Offset
If the Temperature of the controlling sensor rises above the Occupied
Cooling Setpoint by this amount during the Cooling Mode, the controller
will generate a High Control T emp Alarm. The unit must be confi gured
for Space T emperature Control, Return Air T emperature Control, or as a
Single Zone VAV unit for this alarm to be generated. High limit = 50ºF
/ 27.77ºC; Low limit = 0ºF / 0ºC; Default = 30ºF / 16.66ºC.
Pre-Heat Enable Temperature
For cold climates where freezing temperatures may be experienced, a
Pre-Heater relay output can be activated to control a preheater coil based
on the Outdoor Air Temperature to prevent freezing of Water Coils. One
of the VCB-X Relay Outputs must be confi gured for the Pre-Heater
control. When confi gured, any time the Outdoor Air Temperature falls
below the Preheat Setpoint (during Occupied or Unoccupied Mode)
and the HVAC unit’s fan is running, the Pre-Heater relay will activate.
High limit = 70ºF / 21.11ºC; Low limit = -30ºF / -34.44ºC; Default =
30ºF / -1.11ºC.
Low Ambient Temperature
Similar to the Pre-Heat Relay, a Low Ambient Relay can be confi gured
to energize anytime (during Occupied or Unoccupied Mode) the Outdoor
Air Temperature falls below this setpoint. The Low Ambient Relay,
though, can energize whether the fan is running or not. This could be
used to energize a boiler, for instance. High limit = 70ºF / 21.1 1ºC; Low
limit = -30ºF / -34.46ºC; Default = 30ºF / -1.11ºC.
Warmup Target Temperature
If the Return Air Temperature is below this value on a change to the
Occupied Mode, the unit will enter the W arm-Up Mode until this tar get
temperature is satisfi ed or times out (based on Warmup Mode Timeout
Period). High limit = 90ºF / 32.2ºC; Low limit = 50ºF / 10ºC; Default
= 70ºF / 21ºC.
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VCB-X Controllers
VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Temperature Setpoints
Space Sensor Slide Adjustment
If the VCB-X Controller has a Space T emperature Sensor with the Slide
Adjust option installed, the HVAC Mode Enable Heating and Cooling
Setpoints can be offset by the HVAC Mode Sensor Slide Offset Setpoint
value. When the Slide Adjust bar is in the middle, no of fset will occur.
If the Slide Adjust bar is moved all the way to the top of the Sensor , the
Heating and Cooling Setpoints will be raised by the Setpoint value you
have entered. If the Slide Adjust bar is moved all the way down to the
bottom of the Sensor, the Heating and Cooling Setpoints will be lowered
by the Setpoint value you have entered.
If the Space T emperature is the SAT Reset Source, then the Slide Adjust
will adjust the HV AC Mode Enable Setpoints and the SAT Reset Source
Setpoints simultaneously. High limit = 10ºF / 5.5ºC; Low limit = 0ºF /
0ºC; Default = 0ºF / 0ºC.
Coil Setpoint Reset Limits
Based on the Indoor Humidity Reset Range confi gured with the Indoor
Humidity Low and High Reset Limits and the Coil Suction T emperature
Setpoint can be reset between the High Reset Limit and Low Reset Limit
confi gured on this screen during the Dehumidifi cation Mode. If the High
Reset Limit and the Low Reset Limit are set at the same value, no Coil
Temperature Reset will occur.
Coil Setpoint High Reset Limit
The Coil T emperature Setpoint can be reset to this maximum level when
the Indoor Humidity drops to its Low Reset Limit. See Reset description on page 46. If no reset of the Coil T emperature is required, set this
value the same as the following Coil Setpoint Low Reset Limit. High
limit = 70ºF / 21.1ºC; Low limit = 35ºF / -1.7ºC; Default = 45ºF / 7.2ºC.
Coil Setpoint Low Reset Limit
The Coil T emperature Setpoint can be reset to this minimum level when
the Indoor Humidity rises to its High Reset Limit. See Reset description
on page 46. If no reset of the Coil T emperature is required, set this value
the same as the above Coil Setpoint High Reset Limit. High limit = 70ºF
/ 21.1ºC; Low limit = 35ºF / -1.7ºC; Default = 40ºF / 4.4ºC.
Heat Wheel Defrost Temperature
The Heat Wheel Defrost Mode occurs when the Outdoor Air T emperature
is below this setpoint. High limit = 50ºF / 10ºC; Low limit = 0ºF / 0ºC;
Default = 30ºF /-1.7ºC.
Supply Air Cooling High Reset Limit
If No Reset has been confi gured for the SAT Reset Source, then this
setpoint will be the Cooling Mode Supply Air Setpoint. If a Reset Source
has been confi gured, then this setpoint will be the lowest temperature
the Supply Air Setpoint can be reset to. High limit = 80ºF / 26.66ºC;
Low limit = 30ºF / -1.11ºC; Default = 55ºF / 12.80ºC.
Cooling Reset Source High Limit
If a SAT Reset Source has been confi gured, then the Cooling Mode
Supply Air Setpoint will be reset to its minimum limit (Supply Air
Cooling Setpoint) as the reset source rises to this level. If this unit has
been confi gured for Single Zone VAV operation, then the Supply Fan
VFD will be reset towards 100% as the Space T emperature rises towards
this setpoint. High limit = 150ºF / 65.55ºC; Low limit = 1ºF / -17.20ºC.
Default = 75ºF / 24ºC.
Cooling Reset Source Low Limit
If a SA T Reset Source has been confi gured, then the Cooling Mode Sup-
ply Air Setpoint will be reset to its maximum limit (Supply Air Cooling
Reset Limit) as the reset source drops to this level. If this unit has been
confi gured for Single Zone VAV operation, then the Supply Fan VFD
will be reset towards the Cooling Minimum Fan VFD Signal Setpoint
as the Space T emperature falls towards this setpoint. High limit = 150ºF
/ 65.55ºC; Low limit = -10ºF / -23.30ºC. Default = 70ºF / 21ºC.
Cooling Staging Window
When the VCB-X Controller is in Cooling Mode, if the Supply Air
Temperature drops below the Active Supply Air Cooling Setpoint minus the Cooling Staging Off Deadband value, a Cooling Stage will be
deactivated after its Minimum Run Time. High limit = 30ºF / 16.66ºC
(no offset); Low limit = 1ºF / 0.55ºC; Default = 5ºF / 2.8ºC.
Cooling Outdoor Air Lockout
If the Outdoor Air Temperature drops below this level, the Mechanical
Cooling is locked out. High limit = 100ºF / 37.77ºC; Low limit = -30ºF
/ -34.44ºC; Default = 50ºF / 10ºC.
Cooling Minimum Fan VFD Signal
If this unit is confi gured for Single Zone VAV operation, the Cooling
Minimum Fan VFD Signal will be the fan speed at which the VFD will
start operating at when cooling is initiated. It can then modulate up to
100% as the space temperature rises within the range created by the
Cooling Reset Source Low Limit and the Cooling Reset Source High
Limit. If this is a CAV unit this should be set to 100%. High limit =
100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 30%.
Cooling Low Temperature Cutoff
The VCB-X controller will temporarily disable Cooling if while in Cooling Mode, the Supply Air Temperature drops below this Cooling Low
Temperature Cutof f Setpoint. The unit will restart when the Supply Air
Temperature has risen 5º above this level. See the VCB-X Controller Field Technical Guide for detailed information on the Low and High
Supply Air Temperature Cutoff sequence of operation. High limit =
100ºF / 37.77ºC; Low limit = 0ºF / -17.77ºC; Default = 40ºF / 4.50ºC.
Supply Air Cooling High Reset Limit
If a SA T Reset Source has been confi gured, then this is the maximum that
the Cooling Mode Supply Air Setpoint can be reset up to. High limit =
100ºF / 37.77ºC; Low limit = 1ºF / -17.22ºC; Default = 55ºF / 12.80ºC.
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Mod Cooling Proportional Window
The Modulating Cooling Window is the control range of the Modulating
Signal above and below the Active Supply Air T emperature Setpoint. The
larger the Modulating Cooling Window, the smaller the signal adjustment per Time Period will be for each 1ºF the Supply Air Temperature
is from the Active Supply Air Temperature Setpoint. If the Supply Air
Temperature is this amount away from the SAT setpoint, 10% of the
possible output signal will be applied. High limit = 30ºF / 16.66ºC; Low
limit = .1ºF / .055ºC; Default = 10ºF / 5.55ºC.
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VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Temperature Setpoints
Zone
Zone
Supply Air Heating Setpoint
If No Reset has been confi gured for the SAT Reset Source, then this
setpoint will be the Heating Mode Supply Air Setpoint. If a Reset Source
has been confi gured, then this setpoint will be the lowest temperature
the Supply Air Setpoint can be reset to. High limit = 240ºF / 115.55ºC;
Low limit = 40ºF / 4.50ºC; Default = 120ºF / 48ºC.
Supply Air Heating High Reset Limit
If a SAT Reset Source has been confi gured, then this is the maximum
that the Heating Mode Supply Air Setpoint can be reset up to. High limit
= 250ºF / 121.11ºC; Low limit = 0ºF / -17.77ºC; Default = 120ºF / 48ºC.
Heating Reset Source High Limit
If a SAT Reset Source has been confi gured, then the Heating Mode
Supply Air Setpoint will be reset to its minimum limit (Supply Air Heating Setpoint) as the reset source rises to this level. If this unit has been
confi gured for Single Zone VAV operation, then the Supply Fan VFD
will be reset towards the Heating Minimum Fan VFD Signal Setpoint as
the Space T emperature rises towards this setpoint. High limit = 150ºF /
If a SA T Reset Source has been confi gured, then the Cooling Mode Sup-
ply Air Setpoint will be reset to its maximum limit (Supply Air Heating
Reset Limit) as the reset source drops to this level. If this unit has been
confi gured for Single Zone VAV operation, then the Supply Fan VFD
will be reset towards the Heating Maximum Fan VFD Signal Setpoint
as the Space T emperature falls towards this setpoint. High limit = 150ºF
/ 65.55ºC; Low limit = -10ºF / -23.3ºC. Default = 70ºF / 21ºC.
Supply Setpoint Reset Loop Rate
If you selected Space, Outdoor Air T emperature, Return Air T emperature,
or Fan VFD Signal as the SAT Reset Source, enter a value in seconds
between 1-255. This value determines how fast the Supply Air T emperature Setpoint is adjusted as the Reset Source changes. High limit = 255
seconds; Low limit = 1 second; Default = 30 seconds.
Heating Staging Window
When the VCB-X Controller is in Heating Mode, if the Supply Air
Temperature rises above the Active Supply Air Heating Setpoint plus the
Heating Staging Off Deadband value, a Heating stage will be deactivated
after its Minimum Run Time. High limit = 30ºF / 16.66ºC (no offset);
Low limit = 1ºF / 0.55ºC; Default = 5ºF / 2.80ºC.
Heating Outdoor Air Lockout
The VCB-X controller will Lockout Mechanical Heating when the
Outdoor Air Temperature is above this Setpoint. High limit = 150ºF /
If this unit is confi gured for Single Zone VAV operation, and you have
a modulating heat source that will allow VAV heating, then the Heating
Minimum Fan VFD Signal will be the fan speed at which the VFD will
start operating at when heating is initiated. It can then modulate up to
the Heat Mode Maximum Fan VFD Signal as the Space Temperature
falls within the range created by the Hi Space Setpoint and the Low
Space Setpoint. If this is a CAV unit or a Single Zone VAV unit that
will have CAV Heating, these setpoints should both be set at the same
value which represents the constant speed you want the fan to operate
at during the Heating Mode.
On a unit controlling to a Duct Static Pressure Setpoint, if the Supply
Fan VFD Signal falls below this setpoint in the Heating Mode, Heating
will be disabled.
Minimum Signal High limit = 100%; Minimum Signal Low limit =
0%; Default = 50%.
Heating High Cutoff Temperature
The VCB-X controller will temporarily disable Heating if while in Heating Mode, the Supply Air Temperature rises above this Heating High
Temperature Cutof f Setpoint. See the VCB-X Controller Field Technical Guide for detailed information on the Low and High Supply Air Temperature Cutoff sequence of operation. High limit = 250ºF / 121.11ºC;
Low limit = 0ºF / -17.77ºC; Default = 150ºF / 65.50ºC.
Mod Heating Proportional Window
The Modulating Heating Window is the control range of the Modulating
Signal above and below the Active Supply Air T emperature Setpoint. The
larger the Modulating Heating Window, the smaller the signal adjustment per Time Period will be for each 1ºF the Supply Air Temperature
is from the Active Supply Air Temperature Setpoint. If the Supply Air
Temperature is this amount away from the SAT setpoint, 10% of the
possible output signal will be applied. High limit = 30ºF / 16.66ºC; Low
limit = .1ºF / .055ºC; Default = 10ºF / 5.55ºC.
Mod Heating Unoccupied Position
This screen can be used to ensure that a Modulating Hot Water Valve
will open to a certain position when the fan is not operating in order to
prevent freezing. For other forms of Modulating Heat, this would normally be set to 0%. High limit = 100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 0%.
Heat Pump Outdoor Air Lockout
If the Outdoor Air Temperature is below this value, the Heat Pump
Compressor heat will be disabled. High limit = 100ºF / 37.77ºC; Low
limit = -30ºF / -34.44ºC; Default = 35ºF / 1.6ºC.
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VCB-X Controllers
VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Static Setpoints
Static Setpoints
Touch the < Static> button to access the Static Setpoint
Static
Heating Maximum Fan VFD Speed
If this unit is confi gured for Single Zone VAV operation, and you have a
Modulating Heat source that will allow VAV heating, then the Heat Mode
Minimum Fan VFD Signal will be the fan speed at which the VFD will
start operating at when heating is initiated. It can then modulate up to the
Heating Maximum Fan VFD Signal Setpoint as the Space Temperature
falls within the range created by the High Space Setpoint and the Low
Space Setpoint. If this is a CAV unit or a Single Zone VA V unit that will
have CA V Heating, these minimum and maximum setpoints should both
be set at the same value which represents the constant speed you want
the fan to operate at during the Heating Mode. High limit = 100%; Low
limit = 30%; Default = 100%.
Vent Mode Minimum Fan VFD Signal
The Vent Mode Minimum Fan VFD Signal is the speed at which the fan
will operate at during the V ent Mode in a unit confi gured for Single Zone
VAV operation. High limit = 100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 20%.
Economizer Minimum Position
The Economizer (OA Damper) Minimum Position Setpoint is maintained
during the Occupied Mode even if the Economizer is disabled due to
the OA Temperature being above the Economizer Enable Setpoint. High
limit = 100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 10%.
Economizer Max Pos in High CO2
This Setpoint allows you to set the Maximum Position the Economizer
will open if high CO2 conditions occur in the space. The Maximum
Economizer Position Setpoint is used to limit the amount of Outdoor
Air that will be introduced to the HVAC unit in order to ensure the unit
is operating within its Heating and Cooling design limitations. The
Minimum setting for this Setpoint is the value previously set for the
Economizer Min Position Setpoint. High limit = 100%; Low limit =
0%; Default = 50%.
Screens.
IAQ Altitude {For CO2 Sensor}
Enter the distance above sea level for the installed Carbon Dioxide Sensor. Altitude correction is required for valid readings if you are above
500 feet. High limit = 15,000 feet; Low limit = 0 feet; Default = 1000.
IAQ Minimum CO2 Setpoint
The CO2 Minimum Setpoint is the threshold CO2 level at which the
Economizer Minimum Position will begin to be reset higher. In between
the set minimum and maximum CO2 levels, the Economizer Minimum
Position will be proportionally reset between the set Economizer
Minimum and Maximum position. High limit = 2000 PPM; Low limit
0 PPM; Default = 900 PPM.
IAQ Maximum CO2 Setpoint
The CO2 Maximum Setpoint is the CO2 level at which the Economizer
Minimum Position will be reset to the Economizer Maximum Position.
In between set minimum and maximum CO2 levels, the Economizer
Minimum Position will be proportionally reset between the set Economizer Minimum and Maximum position. High limit = 2000 PPM; Low
limit 0 PPM; Default = 1000 PPM.
Static Pressure Setpoint
For VAV units, a Supply Fan VFD or Bypass Damper Actuator is used to
maintain the Duct Static Pressure Setpoint. The Static Pressure Output
Signal varies to control to the Static Pressure Setpoint. The Duct Static
Pressure is maintained at this setpoint anytime the Main Fan is running.
High limit = 3.00”WG; Low limit = 0.10”WG; Default = 0.50”WG.
Static Setpoint Deadband
The Duct Static Setpoint accuracy is controlled by this value. No
Main Fan VFD changes are made if the static is within this range of
this setpoint. High limit = 1.00”WG; Low limit = 0.01”WG; Default
= 0.10”WG.
Building Pressure Setpoint
The Building Pressure is maintained at this setpoint while the Main Fan
is running. See detailed explanation that follows. High limit = 0.20”WG;
Low limit = -0.20”WG; Default = 0.10”WG.
Economizer Max Pos in Heating Mode
This Setpoint allows you to set the Maximum Position the Outdoor Air
Damper will open to while Heating is operating. This takes priority over
the Economizer Maximum Position in High CO
100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 50%.
Minimum Outdoor CFM
If controlling the Outdoor Air Damper to an airfl ow setpoint, this screen
allows you to set the design Minimum Outdoor Air CFM Setpoint. High
limit = 200.00 kCFM; Low Limit = 0.10 kCFM; Default = 2.00 kCFM.
Outdoor CFM Deadband
The Outdoor CFM Setpoint uses this proportional value to calculate
the maximum reset of the minimum CFM requirements. High limit =
The Building Pressure Setpoint accuracy is controlled by this value. No
Relief Fan VFD changes are made if the pressure is within this range
of this setpoint. See detailed explanation that follows. High limit =
0.10”WG; Low limit = 0.01”WG; Default = 0.02”WG.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Static Setpoints & Staging Delays
Zone
Building Pressure Control
The VCB-X can maintain Building Static Pressure anytime the Supply
Fan is operating. A Building Pressure Transducer must be connected to
the VCB-X EM1 Expansion Module. The following are the available
control options.
Direct Acting Building Pressure Control
•On/Off Exhaust Fan—If an On/Off Exhaust Fan is
being used, a relay output must be confi gured for “Exhaust Fan”. This relay will energize whenever the
Building Pressure rises above the Building Pressure
Setpoint by the Deadband amount. The relay will de energize when the Building Pressure falls below the
Building Pressure Setpoint by the Deadband amount.
•Exhaust Fan VFD or Modulating Exhaust
Damper—If confi gured for Modulating Exhaust, a user-
adjustable voltage output (AOUT1 – Building Pressure
Output on the VCB-X EM1 Expansion Module) will
be used to control this fan or damper. An Exhaust Relay
can be confi gured if necessary to enable the fan or damper. Whenever the Building Pressure rises above
the Building Pressure Setpoint by the Deadband amount,
the Exhaust Fan Relay will energize and the Modulat ing Signal will activate to control to the Building
Pressure Setpoint. If the Building Pressure falls below
the Building Pressure Setpoint by the Deadband amount,
the Modulating Signal will modulate towards 0% as it
attempts to maintain the Building Pressure Setpoint.
The Exhaust Fan Relay is energized whenever the
Modulating Signal is above 0%.
Reverse Acting Building Pressure Control
•Outdoor Air Damper—If this option is confi gured,
the VCB-X will use the user-adjustable Economizer/
Outdoor Air Damper output signal (AOUT2 –
Economizer Control Signal) to maintain the Building
Pressure Setpoint. Whenever the Building Pressure
falls below the Building Pressure Setpoint by the
Deadband amount, the modulating Economizer Output
Signal will modulate the damper open to control to
the Building Pressure Setpoint. If the Building Pressure
rises above the Building Pressure Setpoint by the
Deadband amount, the damper will modulate towards
closed as it attempts to maintain the Building Pressure
Setpoint. When this option is selected, no Economizer
free cooling or CO
IAQ operation will be available.
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•Supply Fan VFD – Contact WattMaster regarding this
Reverse Acting Building Pressure Control option. It
should not be used in most applications. If this option
is selected, the user-adjustable Supply Fan VFD Output
(AOUT1 on the VCB-X) will be used to control the
Supply Fan VFD to maintain the Building Pressure
Setpoint in similar fashion to the Outdoor Air Damper
control described above.
Outside CFM Intake Area
For the controller to properly calculate the Outside Air CFM, you need
to enter the inside area (sq. ft.) of the Outdoor Air Duct/Damper. When
measuring the Outdoor Air Damper area, be sure to measure the inside
dimensions of the damper. The more accurate the measurements, the
more accurate the CFM reading will be. This value needs to be accurate to 2 decimal places. High limit = 200 sq. ft.; Low limit = 0 sq. ft.;
Default = 0 sq. ft.
Exhaust CFM Area
For the controller to properly calculate the Exhaust Air CFM, you need
to enter the inside area in square feet of the Exhaust Air duct/damper.
When measuring the Exhaust Air damper area, be sure to measure the
inside dimensions of the damper. The duct size needs to be accurate to
two decimal places. The more accurate the measurements, the more
accurate the CFM reading will be. High limit = 200 sq. ft.; Low limit =
0 sq. ft.; Default = 0 sq. ft.
Supply CFM Area
For the controller to properly calculate the Supply Air CFM, you need
to enter the area in square feet of the Supply Air Duct/Damper. When
measuring the Supply Duct Damper area, be sure to measure the inside
dimensions of the damper. The more accurate the measurements, the
more accurate the CFM reading will be. This value needs to be accurate
to 2 decimal places. High limit = 200 sq. ft.; Low limit = 0 sq. ft.
Return CFM Area
For the controller to properly calculate the Return Air CFM, you need
to enter the area in square feet of the Return Air Duct/Damper. When
measuring the Return Air Damper area, be sure to measure the inside
dimensions of the damper. The more accurate the measurements, the
more accurate the CFM reading will be. This value needs to be accurate to 2 decimal places. High limit = 200 sq. ft.; Low limit = 0 sq. ft.;
Default = 0 sq. ft.
Staging Delays Setpoints
Touch the < Staging Delays> button to access the Staging
Staging
Cooling Stage Up Delay Time
This is the amount of time that must elapse between each Compressor
activation to prevent all Compressors from activating at the same time
due to large cooling demands. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 3
minutes; Default = 3 minutes.
Cooling Stage Down Delay Time
This is the amount of time that must elapse between each Compressor
deactivation to prevent all Compressors from deactivating at once as
the cooling demand decreases. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 1
minute; Default = 1 minute.
Cooling Minimum Run Time
This is the minimum amount of time the Compressors must remain on
once they have been activated. This overrides the Stage Down Delay if
that is not as long as this delay. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 5
minutes; Default = 5 minutes.
Delays Setpoint Screens.
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VCB-X Controllers
VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Staging Delays
Cooling Minimum Off Time
Once a Compressor has been staged back off, it must remain off for this
amount of time to prevent short cycling. High limit = 15 minutes; Low
limit = 3 minutes; Default = 3 minutes.
Mod Cooling Time Period
The Mod Cooling Time Period is the delay before another Modulating
Cooling Signal increase or decrease can be made and is user-adjustable.
Short Mod Cooling Time Periods may cause hunting of the Modulating Cooling Signal. This is the rate at which the Modulating Cooling
Signal is calculated. High limit = 240 seconds; Low limit = 5 seconds;
Default = 30 seconds.
Heating Stage Up Delay Time
This is the amount of time that must elapse between each Heat Stage
activation to prevent all Heat Stages from activating at the same time
due to large heating demands. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 3
minutes; Default = 3 minutes.
Heating Stage Down Delay Time
This is the amount of time that must elapse between each Heat Stage
deactivation to prevent all Heat Stages from deactivating at once as
the heating demand decreases. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit = 1
minute; Default = 1 minute.
Heating Minimum Run Time
This is the minimum amount of time the Heat Stages must remain on
once they have been activated. This overrides the Stage Down Delay if
that is not as long as this delay. High limit = 15 minutes; Low limit =
2 minutes; Default = 5 minutes.
Heating Minimum Off Time
Once a Heat Stage has been staged back off, it must remain off for this
amount of time to prevent short cycling. High limit = 15 minutes; Low
limit = 1 minutes; Default = 1 minute.
Mod Heating Time Period
The Mod Heating Time Period is the delay before another Modulating
Heating Signal increase or decrease can be made and is user-adjustable.
Short Mod Heating Time Periods may cause hunting of the Modulating Heating Signal. This is the rate at which the Modulating Heating
Signal is calculated. High limit = 240 seconds; Low limit = 5 seconds;
Default = 30 seconds.
Mechanical Heat/Cool Alarm Timer
Enter a time delay between 0-240 minutes for a delay in the time that it
takes the Mechanical Heat/Cool Alarm to be generated. When Heating
or Cooling Mode is initiated and staging is activated, if the Supply Air
Temperature does not rise or fall 5°F within this time period, a Mechanical Heating or Cooling failure alarm will be generated. The Alarm is
for Status Reporting only. The HVAC unit will continue to run. This
alarm does not apply if Modulating Cooling or Heating are confi gured.
High limit = 240 minutes; Low limit = 0 minutes; Default = 15 minutes.
Heat Pump Aux Heat Delay
If the Supply Air is not reaching setpoint, Auxiliary Heat can be added
after this amount of delay running at full heating. High limit = 60 minutes; Low limit = 0 minutes; Default = 3 minutes.
Economizer Control Loop Time
This is the time period between changes to the Economizer position.
High limit = 30 seconds; Low limit = 1 seconds; Default = 10 seconds.
Building Pressure Control Rate
The Building Pressure Control Rate is the time period between changes
to the Building Pressure Control signal. High limit = 30 seconds; Low
limit = 1 second; Default = 10 seconds.
Fan Starting Delay
Enter the number of seconds you want the fan to delay starting. This is
the Supply Fan Starting Delay initiated whenever the VCB-X initiates
Supply Fan operation upon going occupied or after power-up. This is
useful when you are using multiple VCB-X-controlled HVAC units and
want to be sure that all the units do not start at exactly the same time
when the Occupied schedule occurs. Each VCB-X should be set with
staggered Fan Starting Delay Setpoint values. When the -1 value is used,
it multiplies each VCB-X Controller’s address by 5 and uses this value
in seconds as the Fan Starting Delay. This provides a staggered start for
each VCB-X Controller on the system without having to individually
set each VCB-X Controller for its own time delay. High limit = 240
seconds; Low limit = -1 second; Default = -1 second.
Fan Purge Mode Delay
This is the number of seconds you want the unit to stay in Purge Mode
before going into Occupied Mode. In Purge Mode, the fan runs with
the Economizer at minimum position and all Cooling and Heating is
de-energized. High limit = 900 seconds; Low limit = 0 seconds; Default
= 10 seconds.
Heat/Cool Changeover Delay
The amount of time that must elapse after the last stage has turned off
before switching to the opposite HV AC mode. High limit = 20 minutes;
Low limit = 0 minutes; Default = 5 minutes.
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Static/ Fan Speed Control Rate
This value determines the time interval between changes to the Supply
Fan Speed or the Bypass Damper Position during duct static pressure
control. It also determines the time interval between changes to the Fan
Speed during Single Zone VAV Reset of the Supply Fan VFD Speed.
High limit = 30 seconds; Low limit = 1 second; Default = 10 seconds.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Controllers
Zone
VCB-X Staging Delays & Miscellaneous Setpoints
Heat Pump Defrost Interval
If this is a Heat Pump unit with a Defrost Coil Temperature Switch
installed and confi gured, a Heat Pump Defrost Mode is available. If
the Defrost Coil T emperature Switch closes during Heat Pump Heating
operation, the unit will enter the Defrost Mode for 10 minutes or until
the Defrost Coil Temperature Switch opens. The Heat Pump Defrost
Interval is the length of time that must be met between Defrost Modes.
The length of this Defrost Interval can be automatically adjusted by the
Heat Pump Defrost Adaptive Timer. High limit = 120 minutes; Low
limit = 10 minutes; Default = 30 minutes.
Heat Pump Defrost Adaptive Timer
Once initiated, the Defrost Mode is active until the Defrost Coil Temperature Switch opens or until a 10 minute timer has expired. Enter a
value greater than zero to enable the Adaptive Defrost Adjustment of the
Heat Pump Defrost Interval. This adjustment value will be subtracted
from the Heat Pump Defrost Interval if the Defrost Mode lasts the entire
10 minutes. A proportion of this adjustment value will be added to the
Heat Pump Defrost Interval if the Defrost Mode only lasts between 8
minutes and 0 minutes. High limit = 30 minutes; Low limit = 0 minutes;
Default = 0 minutes.
Warmup Mode Timeout Period
This sets the amount of time the unit can remain in W armup Mode if the
Return Air still hasn’t reached its target temperature. High limit = 240
minutes; Low limit = 0 minutes; Default = 60 minutes.
Trendlog Interval
An internal Trend Log is constantly updated at a rate equal to this value.
Trend Logs can only be accessed with Prism II software. High limit =
120 minutes; Low limit = 1 minutes; Default = 15 minutes.
Miscellaneous Setpoints
Touch the < Misc> button to access the Miscellaneous
Misc
Indoor Humidity Reset of the Coil Temperature Setpoint
The Indoor Humidity Low and High Reset Limit Setpoints below can
be used to reset the Coil Temperature between its High and Low Reset
Limits (see page 41).
On units where Indoor Humidity is used to initiate Dehumidifi cation (non
MUA units), the Indoor Humidity Low Reset Limit is the Dehumidifi -
cation Setpoint, and as the Indoor Humidity rises above this setpoint,
Dehumidifi cation will be initiated. If the humidity falls 1% below this
setpoint, the unit will leave the Dehumidifi cation Mode.
If no reset of the Coil Temperature Setpoint is desired, set the Indoor
Humidity High Reset Limit at the same value as the Indoor Humidity
Low Reset Limit. If reset of the Coil Temperature Setpoint is desired,
when the Indoor Humidity rises above the Indoor Humidity Low Reset
Limit, Dehumidifi cation will be initiated and the Coil Temperature
Setpoint will be set at the Coil Setpoint High Reset Limit.
Setpoint Screens.
The Indoor Humidity High Reset Limit is the Indoor Humidity level at
which the Coil T emperature will be reset to the Coil Setpoint Low Reset
Limit. As the Indoor Humidity rises between the Low Reset Limit and
the High Reset Limit, the Coil T emperature Setpoint will be proportionally reset between the Coil Setpoint High Reset Limit down to the Coil
Setpoint Low Reset Limit.
On MUA units where the Outdoor Dewpoint Setpoint is used to initiate
Dehumidifi cation, this screen is only used to set the Indoor Humidity
values that will reset the Coil T emperature Setpoint. As described above,
as the Indoor Humidity rises within the range created by the Low and
High Reset Limits, the Coil T emperature Setpoint will be proportionally
reset between the Coil Setpoint High and Low Reset Limits.
Indoor Humidity Low Reset Limit
High limit = 100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 50%.
Indoor Humidity High Reset Limit
High limit = 100%; Low limit = 0%; Default = 60%.
Head Pressure Setpoint
If the unit is confi gured for Head Pressure Control, this is the pressure
maintained by the condenser fans whenever a compressor is running.
High limit = 420 PSI; Low limit = 240 PSI; Default = 315 PSI.
Re-Heat Head Pressure Setpoint
If the unit is confi gured for Head Pressure Control, this is the pressure
maintained by the condenser fans whenever a compressor is running in
dehumidifi cation. High limit = 420 PSI; Low limit = 240 PSI; Default
= 400 PSI.
Controlling Week Schedule
The VCB-X has an internal schedule. If you want the VCB-X to use its
own internal schedule, enter <0> for Internal.
External Schedules are available by using one of the GPC-X family
of General Purpose Controllers. Depending on which generation of
GPC-X Controller you have, you may have up to 5 or up to 8 schedules
available to use. T o use the schedules on one of these controllers, enter
the number of the schedule on that controller (either 1 through 5 or 1
through 8) you will be using. High limit = 8; Low limit = 0; Default = 0.
Push Button Override Duration
If the VCB-X has a Space Temperature Sensor installed and it has the
Override Button option, the HV AC unit will initiate Override Mode any
time the Override Button is pressed and held for less than 3 seconds.
This puts the unit into Occupied operation. The Push-Button Override
Duration Setpoint allows you to adjust the amount of time the Override
will remain in effect when the Override Button is pressed. T o cancel the
Override before the Override Duration time period expires, press the
Override Button for 5 to 10 seconds. High limit = 8 hours; Low limit =
0 hours; Default = 2 hours.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Miscellaneous Setpoints
Daylight Savings Start Date
This is the date in the Spring when the time clock automatically adjusts
itself forward one hour. If you are in a time zone that does not have
daylight savings time or do not want to use this feature, leave this value
at zero. High limit = 1231; Low limit = 0; Default = 0.
NOTE: The U.S. government has the authority to determine the
switch-over dates each year. Currently , the time changes
the second Sunday in March and then switches back the
fi rst Sunday in November.
Daylight Savings Stop Date
This is the date in the Fall when the time clock automatically adjusts
itself backward one hour. If you are in a time zone that does not have
daylight savings time or do not want to use this feature, leave this value
as zero. High limit = 1231; Low limit = 0; Default = 0.
Main Fan Minimum VFD Voltage
Enter a value between 0.0 and 10.0 VDC for the main fan’s minimum
output voltage. The Fan Speed Status Screen will display 0% to 100%,
but the output will range from the minimum value set to the maximum
value set.
The VCB-X will reverse the logic of the output signal when a Zoning
Bypass Damper is used. High limit = 10 VDC; Low limit = 0 VDC;
Default = 0 VDC.
Main Fan Maximum VFD Voltage
Enter a value between 0.0 and 10.0 VDC for the main fan’s maximum
output voltage. The Fan Speed Status Screen will display 0% to 100%,
but the output will range from the minimum value set to the maximum
value set.
The VCB-X will reverse the logic of the output signal when a Zoning
Bypass Damper is used. High limit = 10 VDC; Low limit = 0 VDC;
Default = 10 VDC.
Mod Heat Signal High Volts
Voltage at which the Heating is 100%. Enter a value between 0.0 and
10.0 VDC for the Modulating Heat maximum output voltage. When
performing reverse acting heating, the minimum position volts will be
the highest value. High limit = 10 VDC; Low limit = 0 VDC; Default
= 10 VDC.
Mod Cool Signal Low Volts
Voltage at which the Cooling is at 0% if this is not a Digital Compressor. Enter a value between 0.0 and 10.0 VDC for the Modulating Cool
minimum output voltage. When performing reverse acting cooling, the
minimum position volts will be the highest value. High limit = 10 VDC;
Low limit = 0 VDC; Default = 0 VDC.
Mod Cool Signal High Volts
V oltage at which the Cooling is at 100% if this is not a Digital Compressor. When performing reverse acting cooling, the minimum position
volts will be the highest value. High limit = 10 VDC; Low limit = 0
VDC; Default = 10 VDC.
Building Pressure Control Low Volts
V oltage at which the control signal for Building Pressure is lowering the
pressure by the maximum amount. High limit = 10 VDC; Low limit =
0 VDC; Default = 0 VDC.
Building Pressure Control High Volts
Voltage at which the control signal for Building Pressure is increasing
the pressure by the maximum amount. High limit = 10 VDC; Low limit
= 0 VDC; Default = 10 VDC.
CO2 Sensor Calibration Offset
If the CO2 Sensor is reading incorrectly, you can use this option to enter
an offset reading to adjust the Sensor’s Sensitivity . Enter a positive Sensor Calibration to increase the CO2 Sensor reading or a negative value
to lower the Sensor reading. High limit = 500 PPM; Low limit = -500
PPM; Default = 0 PPM.
Economizer Signal Closed Volts
Enter a value between 0.0 and 10.0 VDC for the Economizer minimum
output voltage when the Economizer is fully closed. High limit = 10
VDC; Low limit = 0 VDC; Default = 2 VDC.
Economizer Signal Open Volts
Enter a value between 0.0 and 10.0 VDC for the Economizer maximum
output voltage when the Economizer is fully open. High limit = 10 VDC;
Low limit = 0 VDC; Default = 10 VDC.
Mod Heat Signal Low Volts
Voltage at which the Heating is at 0%. Enter a value between 0.0 and
10.0 VDC for the Modulating Heat minimum output voltage. When
performing reverse acting heating, the minimum position volts will be
the highest value. High limit = 10 VDC; Low limit = 0 VDC; Default
= 0 VDC.
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Space Sensor Calibration Offset
If the Space T emperature Sensor is reading incorrectly , you can use this
option to enter an offset temperature to adjust the Sensor’s T emperature.
Enter a positive Sensor Calibration value to raise the Space T emperature
Sensor reading and a negative value to lower the Sensor reading. High
limit = 100ºF / 55.5ºC; Low limit = -100ºF / -55.5ºC; Default = 0ºF / 0ºC.
Supply Sensor Calibration Offset
If the Supply Air Temperature Sensor is reading incorrectly, you can
use this option to enter an offset temperature to adjust the Sensor’s
Temperature. Enter a positive Sensor Calibration value to raise the
Supply Air Temperature Sensor reading and a negative value to lower
the Sensor reading. High limit = 100ºF / 55.5ºC; Low limit = -100ºF /
-55.5ºC; Default = 0ºF / 0ºC.
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VCM, VCM-X & VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Controllers
VCB-X Miscellaneous & Relays Setpoints
Zone
Outdoor Sensor Calibration Offset
If the Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor is reading incorrectly, you can
use this option to enter an offset temperature to adjust the Sensor’s
Temperature. Enter a positive Sensor Calibration value to raise the
Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor reading and a negative value to lower
the Sensor reading. High limit = 100ºF / 55.5ºC; Low limit = -100ºF /
-55.5ºC; Default = 0ºF / 0ºC.
Return Sensor Calibration Offset
If the Return Air Temperature Sensor is reading incorrectly, you can
use this option to enter an offset reading to adjust the Sensor’s Sensitivity. Enter a positive Sensor Calibration value to raise the Return Air
Temperature Sensor reading and a negative value to lower the Sensor
reading. High limit = 100ºF / 55.5ºC; Low limit = -100ºF / -55.5ºC;
Default = 0ºF / 0ºC.
Coil Temperature Calibration Offset
If the Coil Temperature Sensor is reading incorrectly, you can use this
option to enter an offset reading to adjust the Sensor’s Sensitivity . Enter
a positive Sensor Calibration value to raise the Coil T emperature Sensor
reading and a negative value to lower the Sensor reading. High limit
= 100ºF / 55.5ºC; Low limit = -100ºF / -55.5ºC; Default = 0ºF / 0ºC.
Relays Setpoints
Relays
EM1 Module and/or 12 Relay Module installed and confi gured. See Table 7 on the next page for Relay Defi nitions.
NOTE: Relay #1 is not confi gurable as it is reserved for the
Touch the < Relays> button to access the Outputs Setpoints
Screens. Touch the radio button next to the desired relay
selection. Choose one relay output from each screen for
Relays 2 through 23 depending on whether you have the
Supply Air Fan.
Not Used
Digital Compressor
Cooling Stage
Heating Stage
Condenser Fan
Heat Pump Compressor
Heat Pump Reversing V alve
Heat Pump Aux Heat
Heat Pump Emergency Heat
Mod Heat Enable
Mod Cool Enable
Morning Warm Up
Reheat
Preheat
Low Ambient
Exhaust Fan
Economizer
Heat Wheel
Occupied Mode
Override Mode
Alarm Indicator
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VCB-X Relays Setpoints
No. Relay Description Details
1 Digital CompressorConfi gured for a Digital Compressor.
2 Cooling StageConfi gured for each fi xed stage of cooling (except heat pump compressor).
3 Condenser
4 Heating StageConfi gured for each fi xed stage of heating.
5 Heat Pump CompressorConfi gured for a Fixed Heat Pump Compressor stage.
6 Reversing Valve Confi gured for the Reversing Valve of a heat pump unit.
7 Aux HeatConfi gured for a fi xed stage of Aux Heat in a heat pump unit.
8 Emergency HeatConfi gured for a fi xed stage Emergency Heat in a heat pump unit.
9 Mod Heat EnableConfi gure if a 0-10 VDC Modulating Heat source needs a relay to enable it.
10 Mod Cool EnableConfi gure if a 0-10 VDC Modulating Cool source needs a relay to enable it.
11 Pre-HeatConfi gure this relay for Pre-Heat operation. See Pre-Heat Sequence for details.
12 Low Ambient Confi gure this relay for Low Ambient operation. See Low Ambient Sequence for details.
13 Economizer ActiveIf confi gured, this relay will energize when the unit is in the Economizer Mode.
14 Occupied ActiveIf confi gured, this relay will energize whenever the unit is in the Occupied Mode.
15 Override ActiveIf confi gured, this relay will energize anytime the space sensor Pushbutton override is active.
16 Alarm ActiveIf confi gured, this relay will energize anytime a VCB-X alarm is active.
Morning Warm-Up
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(VAV Boxes)
18 Reheat Confi gure (1) Relay for On/Off Reheat when used.
19 Exhaust FanConfi gure (1) Relay for enabling exhaust fan when Building Pressure Control is used.
20 Heat Wheel
Confi gured for Condenser Fan or Condenser Water Valve operation. This relay will be active anytime
a compressor is active, except if this is an air to air heat pump in the Heat Pump Defrost Mode.
Confi gure (1) Relay for Morning Warm-Up when Non-Orion VAV/Zone Controllers are used.
Confi gure (1) Relay that turns heat wheel on when in occupied operation and turns heat wheel off
when in Economizer Mode.
Table 7: User-Confi gurable Relay Outputs
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VAV/Zone Controllers
Zone
Viewing VAV/Zone Status Screens and Enabling Alarms
Viewing VAV/Zone Status Screens
Figure 39 depicts a V AV/Zone Contr oller Status Scr een. Notice that the
controller is identifi ed by loop number and unit number - in this case,
0101 represents Loop 1, Unit 1.
Figure 39: VAV/Zone Controller Status Screen
Viewing Alarm Status
Enabling/Disabling VAV/Zone Alarms
Alarm confi guration is accessed by touching the <ALARM> button
located at the far right bottom of the Status Screen. Only a Level 3 user
can confi gure alarms.
In addition to simply viewing alarms, the Alarm Status Screen can also
be used for enabling and disabling alarms that will be emailed or texted.
The emailing and texting feature will only work if Prism II is running
and has emailing capability.
The alarms must fi rst be confi gured using Prism II software. See the
Appendix in this guide for instructions.
Once the alarm settings have been established in Prism II, the settings
you choose in the Alarm Status Screen will be stored in the controller
so that you will not have to reconfi gure the alarms for that controller in
Prism II. Once confi guration is complete, Prism II does not have to be
running in order to view alarms on individual Alarm Status Screens in
the System Manager TS. However, as mentioned previously, Prism II
does have to be running for emailing or texting alarms to occur.
To enable an alarm, simply touch the grey square to the left of the alarm.
A white box designates that the alarm is enabled. To disable the alarm,
simply touch the square again.
To view alarm status, touch the < ALARM> button on the
unit’s Status Screen located at the right of the temperature
display. See Figur e 39. The Alarm Status Screen will display .
See Figure 40. Only a Level 3 user has the option to enable
or disable each type of alarm.
NOTE: The red <ALARM> button only appears on the screen
if the unit has an active alarm condition.
Figure 40: VAV/Zone Controller Alarm Status
Screen
Figure 41: VAV/Zone Controller Alarm Screen
In the example above (Figure 41), there is an ALARM, designated by
the word ALARM in red linear to Damper Feedback Failure. If there is
no alarm condition, the word OK appears in a box linear to each alarm .
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Accessing and Entering VAV/Zone Setpoints
Accessing and Entering VAV/Zone
Setpoints
While in the VAV/Box Status Screen (see Figure 42), touch the < Set-
points> button found on the bottom menu bar.
NOTE: Level 1 and Level 2 users can change occupied space
temperature setpoints, but only Level 3 users can change
all setpoints.
Figure 42: VAV/Zone Controller Status Screen
Individual setpoint and confi guration buttons are located at the bottom
of the Setpoint Screens. See Figure 44. Simply touch a specifi c button
to access that category.
Temps
Damper
Alarms
Misc
Calibrate
Config
Figure 44: VAV/Zone Setpoint Buttons
Within each Setpoint Scr een, touch the
Status Screen, or touch < Home> to return to the Main Screen.
Use the <+> and <-> buttons to scroll through the setpoints and confi gu-
rations. Simply touch the blue highlighted box to change the setpoint.
Each setpoint data entry screen will provide a defi nition of the setpoint
and specifi c instructions for entering the setpoint and will include the
setpoint range as in the example below, Figure 45.
< Status> button to return to the
The Setpoint Screen that fi rst appears will always be the Temperature
Setpoints Screen. Figure 43 depicts a V AV/Zone Contr oller T emperatur e
Setpoint Screen.
Figure 26 depicts a VAV/Zone Controller Temperature SetpointScreen.
Figure 27 depicts a VCM-X Controller Temperature Setpoint Screen.Use the up and down arrow keys to the right of the screen to move
through the setpoints. Touch the <Status> button to return to the con-troller’s status screen. Touch the various buttons on the bottom of thescreen to access other setpoint screens. Touch the <Home> icon to goback to the Main Screen.
Figure 43: VAV/Zone Controller Temperature
Setpoint Screen
Figure 45: Occupied Cooling Setpoint Data Entry
Screen
Touch <OK> to have the system accept the new value. If you enter a
setpoint that is not in the valid range, the setpoint will remain as is and
will not change.
Each setpoint data entry screen is self-explanatory; however, each
setpoint and confi guration is explained in the next section, Confi guring
V AV/Box Setpoints. To easily reference a particular setpoint or confi gu-
ration, refer to Index A.
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Zone
VAV/Zone Controllers
Zone
VAV/Zone Confi guration & Temperature Setpoints
VAV/Zone Confi guration
Touch the < Confi guration> button to access the
Config
Box Confi guration
Touch the radio button that pertains to your type of box—single duct
cooling only, heating/cooling changeover , series fan powered, or parallel fan powered.
Proportional Heat [2-10 vdc]
Touch the square if this unit has 2-10 vdc proportional heat. Leave blank
for 0-10 vdc operation.
This Box Needs the Main Fan Status
Touch the square if this unit needs Main Fan status. This setting only
applies to the unoccupied mode of operation. Choose this setting to
activate the heating stages only when the main fan is operating on nonfan terminal units.
For series fan terminal units, if this setting is selected, the series box fan
will only run when the main HVAC unit fan is running or when a space
heating demand is made. If this setting is NOT selected, the series box
fan will only run when a space heating demand is made. This setting
has no effect on the parallel fl ow fan terminal unit.
Damper is Reverse Acting [Opens CCW]
Touch the square if this unit’s damper is reverse acting (opens counterclockwise).
Voting Zone on Zoned Systems
Touch the square if this unit is a voting zone.
Allow Box Heat to remain on in HVAC Heat Mode
Touch the square to have box heat remain on in HVAC heat mode. This
will allow the Heating Relay’s Controlling Box Heat to remain on even
when the AHU is in Supply Air Heating Mode. This is used as a method
to provide supplemental heat if for some reason the AHU heat cannot
satisfy the heating demand.
Confi guration Setpoints Screens.
Temperature Setpoints
Touch the < Temperatures> button to access the
Temps
Occupied Cooling Setpoint
This is the Cooling Mode Space Temperature maintained during Occupied hours Override periods. Enter the Occupied Cooling Setpoint
as the maximum temperature you would like the zone to reach before
modulating the damper open to bring in more cold air to cool the space.
High limit = 90ºF; Low limit = 50ºF
Occupied Heating Setpoint
This is the Heating Mode Space Temperature maintained during Occupied hours or Override periods. Enter the Occupied Heating Setpoint
as the minimum temperature you would like the zone to reach before
activating the Reheat Stages on the optional Expansion Relay board. If
this is a Cooling Only box that doesn’t contain reheat, this setpoint will
be ignored. High limit = 90ºF; Low limit = 50ºF
Unoccupied Cooling Offset
During Unoccupied hours, the Cooling Setpoint is adjusted up by this
amount. High limit = 30ºF; Low limit = 0ºF
Unoccupied Heating Offset
During Unoccupied hours, the Heating Setpoint is adjusted down by
this amount. High limit = 0ºF; Low limit = -30ºF
Maximum Sensor Slide Adjust
If the Optional Slide Offset is available on the wall sensor, this is the
maximum amount that the Heat/Cool Setpoints can be adjusted up or
down as the slide is moved from the center position to its full up or down
position. High limit = 5ºF; Low limit = 0ºF
EMS Setpoint Offset
If the Energy Management Mode (EMS) is activated, the heat and cool
setpoints can be spread apart by this amount. High limit = 10ºF; Low
limit = 0ºF
Temperature Setpoint Screens.
No Air Valve Control [ Dump Zone]
A Dump Zone is used when you want to control a duct heater or baseboard heater independently. A VAV/Zone Controller board with a relay
expansion board is used for this purpose. No damper or actuator is used.
Touch the square if this unit has no air valve control (Dump Zone). If
you need to control an auxiliary heater, do not select this option.
Use Broadcast from HVAC Unit on Separate Loop
Touch the square if this unit is installed on a system with one HVAC
unit having multiple VAV loops.
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AHU Heating Call Setpoint
If the Space T emperature drops below this setpoint by 0.5 degrees, a call
for heat to the HV AC unit is broadcast from the V AV/Zone box. This only
occurs in the Unoccupied Mode. High limit = 90ºF; Low limit = 50ºF
SAT HVAC Mode Deadband
If the Supply Air Temperature is above the Space Temperature by this
amount, the VAV/Zone controller enters the Supply Air Heating Mode.
It will remain in the Supply Air Heating Mode until the supply air drops
to 2º above the space temperature. At that point the unit enters the Supply Air Vent Mode and remains there until the Supply Air drops this
deadband below the Space Temperature. At that point the VAV/Zone
Controller enters the Supply Air Cooling Mode and will remain there
until the Supply Air Temperature rises to 2º below the Space Temperature. High limit = 20ºF; Low limit = 2ºF
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VAV/Zone Controllers
VAV/Zone Temperature & Damper/Airfl ow Setpoints
Auxiliary Heat Setpoint
This setpoint is generally used for Baseboard Heat or a heating source
that is separate from Box Heat. If the Space Temperature drops below
this setpoint by 0.5 degrees, the Aux Heat Relay activates. The Aux Heat
Setpoint de-activates at 0.5 degrees above this setpoint. High limit =
90ºF; Low limit = 50ºF
Damper/Airfl ow Setpoints
Touch the < Damper/Airfl ow> button to access the Damp-
Damper
Air Valve Sizing [Pr Indep Only]
If this is a Pressure Independent Box, enter the manufacturer’s airfl ow
constant (fl ow coeffi cient) at 1” water gauge for the duct diameter this
box is mounted on. High limit = 9999 CFM; Low limit = 0 CFM
Max Position [All Modes]
The VAV/Zone controller will not allow the damper or airfl ow calcula-
tion to exceed the Maximum setpoint while it is allowing the damper
to modulate. Enter the maximum damper or airfl ow setting used by all
modes of operation. Pressure Independent = CFM. Pressure Dependent
= %. High limit = 9999 CFM / 100%; Low limit = 0 CFM / 0%
Min Position in Vent Mode
During Vent Mode when there is no heating or cooling demand, the
damper or airfl ow will maintain at least the Vent Minimum amount
of airfl ow into the zone for ventilation. Enter the minimum damper or
airfl ow setting used during Supply Air Vent Mode of operation. Pressure
Independent = CFM. Pressure Dependent = %. High limit = 9999 CFM
/ 100%; Low limit = 0 CFM / 0%
Min Position in Cooling Mode
During Supply Air Cooling Mode, if the space being served by this
damper is satisfi ed and has no cooling demand, the damper will close
to this Cool Minimum setting. This provides a minimum amount of
airfl ow into the space for ventilation, even if the space does not require
additional cooling. Enter the minimum damper or airfl ow setting used
during Supply Air Cooling Mode of operation. Pressure Independent =
CFM. Pressure Dependent = %. High limit = 9999 CFM / 100%; Low
limit = 0 CFM / 0%
er/Airfl ow Setpoint Screens.
Min Position Night Mode
Enter the minimum damper or airfl ow setting used during unoccupied
hours. The Night Min is the position the damper will move to when the
system is in Override Mode and this particular damper is not part of the
override group. This Night Min position only affects non-fan powered
boxes. Pressure Independent = CFM. Pressure Dependent = %. High
limit = 9999 CFM / 100%; Low limit = 0 CFM / 0%
Fixed Position in Force Mode
Many times while troubleshooting a system, it is useful to have the zone
damper set to a specifi c damper position or airfl ow setting. This setpoint
can be used to determine where the damper/airfl ow will remain when
the VAV/Zone Controller receives a Force to Fixed Position command.
Enter the fi xed damper or airfl ow setting used by the fi xed position
force mode during the morning warm-up. Pressure Independent = CFM.
Pressure Dependent = %. High limit = 9999 CFM / 100%; Low limit
= 0 CFM / 0%
Min Position for Parallel Fan
Enter the minimum damper or airfl ow setting used to activate the parallel
fan if installed. Pressure Independent = CFM. Pressure Dependent = %.
High limit = 9999 CFM / 100%; Low limit = 0 CFM / 0%
CO2 Altitude Adjust Factor
Enter the distance above sea level for the installed Carbon Dioxide Sensor. Altitude correction is required for valid readings if you are above
500 feet. High limit = 15,000 feet; Low limit = 0 feet
Space CO2 Low Level Reset Limit
The Space CO2 Low Level Reset Limit is the value at which the CO2
ventilation restart starts. High limit = 2000 PPM; Low limit 0 PPM
Space CO2 High Level Reset Limit
The Space CO2 High Level Reset Limit is the value at which the CO2
ventilation reset stops. High limit = 2000 PPM; Low limit 0 PPM
OA CFM Low Level Reset Limit
Minimum OA CFM content required for occupied operations in the
space. High limit = 2000 PPM; Low limit = 0 PPM
OA CFM High Level Reset Limit
Maximum OA CFM content required for occupied operations in the
space. High limit = 2000 PPM; Low limit = 0 PPM
Min Position in Heating Mode
During Supply Air Heating Mode, if the space being served by this
damper is satisfi ed and has no heating demand, the damper will close to
this Heat Min setting. This provides a minimum amount of airfl ow into
the space for ventilation, even if the space does not require additional
heating. Enter the minimum damper or airfl ow setting used during supply
air heating mode of operation. Pressure Independent = CFM. Pressure
Dependent = %. High limit = 9999 CFM / 100%; Low limit = 0 CFM / 0%
Min Position Reheat Mode
Enter the minimum damper or airfl ow setting used during the Space
Reheat Mode of operation. Pressure Independent = CFM. Pressure Dependent = %. High limit = 9999 CFM / 100%; Low limit = 0 CFM / 0%
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Heat Mode Distribution Effectiveness
This value represents how effi cient the space is in receiving Outdoor
CFM content. Enter the Zone Air Distribution Effectiveness as shown
in ASHRAE Table 6-2. High limit = 100%; Low limit 1%
Cool Mode Distribution Effectiveness
This value represents how effi cient the space is in receiving Outdoor
CFM content. Enter the Zone Air Distribution Effectiveness as shown
in ASHRAE Table 6-2. High limit = 100%; Low limit 1%
Touch the < Alarm Settings> button to access the Alarm
Alarms
Cooling Setpoint Alarm Offset
The VAV/Zone controller can be set up to generate an alarm anytime the
box goes into the Occupied Mode and the Space Temperature exceeds
the user-defi ned alarm limits for a user-defi ned period of time. A High
Temperature Alarm Setpoint is created by adding the Cooling Setpoint
Alarm Offset to the current Cooling Setpoint. If the Space Temperature exceeds this limit for a period defi ned by the Alarm Delay Period
Setpoint, the controller can generate an alarm callout if all the optional
hardware components required for this to occur are installed. High limit
= 50ºF; Low limit = 1ºF
Heating Setpoint Alarm Offset
The VAV/Zone controller can be set up to generate an alarm anytime the
box goes into the Occupied Mode and the Space Temperature exceeds
the user-defi ned alarm limits for a user-defi ned period of time. A Low
Temperature Alarm Setpoint is created by adding the Heating Setpoint
Alarm Offset to the current Heating Setpoint. If the Space Temperature exceeds this limit for a period defi ned by the Alarm Delay Period
Setpoint, the controller can generate an alarm callout if all the optional
hardware components required for this to occur are installed. High limit
= -1ºF; Low limit = -50ºF
Heat/Cool Alarm Delay Period
As mentioned above, if you confi gure the controller to generate Space
Temperature alarms, this is the amount of time after the box goes into
the Occupied Mode that the temperature must be outside the alarm limits
before an alarm is generated. A Space Temperature Alarm is generated
when the Space T emperature is out of the specifi ed range for this amount
of time. High limit = 300 minutes; Low limit = 1 minute
Settings Screen.
Override Group ID#
Use this to group zones that need to activate together during Push-Button
Override conditions. Enter 0 to ignore other box overrides. High limit
= 16; Low limit = 0
Push-Button Override Duration
If the Flush Mount Wall Sensor has the optional Push-Button Override, this is the amount of the VAV/Zone controller will resume using
its Occupied Setpoints during Unoccupied Mode. This will generate a
call for the Air Handler to start its fan and provide heating or cooling,
depending on how you confi gure the Air Handler . High limit = 8.0 hours;
Low limit = 0 hours
Controlling Week Schedule
Use this to operate on a different schedule than the HVAC unit associated with this zone. Enter 0 to operate on the HVAC unit’s schedule.
Enter 1 through 5 to use an external schedule. A GPC Plus is required
for schedules 1 through 5. High limit = 5; Low limit = 0.
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Stages of Box Heat
Enter the number of Box Heat/Re-Heat Stages to be controlled on the
expansion board. High limit = 3; Low limit = 0
Calibration Setpoints
Touch the < Calibration> button to access the Calibration
Calibrate
Space Sensor Offset
Enter a positive value to raise the reading and a negative value to lower
the reading. High limit = +100; Low limit = -100
Setpoints Screen.
Miscellaneous Setpoints
Touch the < Miscellaneous> button to access the Mis-
Misc
Damper Integral Constant {Kp}
The VAV/Zone controller normally opens its damper based on a proportional error from setpoint. That means if the zone temperature is 4°F
from setpoint, the damper would be 100% open, or it would be modulating to provide the Maximum CFM on Pressure Independent boxes. If
the error is less than 4°F, the damper may stagnate at that position and
never satisfy the zone. If you add Integral into the damper calculation
process, this will cause the damper or airfl ow calculations to continue
to increase as long as the zone temperature is still above the setpoint.
That means it can provide 100% or Maximum CFM before the 4°F error is achieved, bringing the zone under control faster than it normally
would. Start with a small (5 or 10) value, if you use this, and monitor
the effect it has. If you enter too large a value, you can create “hunting”
situations that can cause the damper actuator to prematurely wear out.
High limit = 100; Low limit = 0
cellaneous Setpoints Screen. The fi gure that follow shows
the screen and describes each setpoint in detail.
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Discharge Sensor Offset
Enter a positive value to raise the reading and a negative value to lower
the reading. High limit = +100; Low limit = -100
NOTE: The Discharge Sensor Offset setting only operates
on the reading when the VAV/Zone controller has its own Supply
Air Temperature Sensor installed on the AUX2 input. If the Supply
T emperature is received from a global broadcast, you will need to go
to the air handler to calibrate the temperature reading.
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System Manager TS LEDs and Buttons
LEDs and system function buttons are located behind your System
Manager TS’s cover. See Figure 46 for locations.
Power LED
This LED will light up and stay on as long as power is supplied to
your TS.
Operation LED
This LED will blink once a second to indicate that the system is alive.
Update LED
This LED will turn on when the Update program is running.
Screen Refresh LED
This LED will turn on when the screen refreshes.
Communications LED
This LED will light up and blink when there is a connection with the
CommLink and/or network. If you are using your TS in stand-alone
mode, this LED will not light up.
Reset Button
Press this button to reset the screen. The screen should refresh itself to
the Main Screen within 2 minutes.
Diagnostics Button
Under the direction of WattMaster Controls Technical Support, you
may have to perform diagnostics on your System Manager TS. Press
this button to do so.
Touch Screen Suspend Button
Press this button to temporarily freeze the touch screen function of your
System Manager TS in order to clean the screen. Always use a dry, dust
-free cloth to clean the screen.
Not Used
Not Used
Power LED
Reset Button
Figure 46: System Manager TS LEDs and Buttons
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Operation LED
Update LED
Screen Refresh LED
Communications LED
Suspend Button
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System Confi guration
Zone
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System Confi guration Options
A VCM / VCM-X / VCB-X Controller can be used as a Stand-Alone
System (one VCM / VCM-X / VCB-X Controller only), connected together on an Interconnected System (multiple VCM / VCM-X / VCB-X
Controllers only) or connected together on a Network System (multiple
VCM / VCM-X / VCB-X Controllers, VA V/Zone Controllers, or Add-On
Controllers) to form a complete Controls System that can be programmed
and monitored with one or more of the available Operator Interfaces.
For detailed information about the various Orion Controls Systems that
are available and their related wiring requirements and options, please
see the technical guide that pertains to the particular controller.
Operator Interfaces
The Orion Operator Interfaces are designed to provide for programming
and monitoring of VCM / VCM-X / VCB-X Controller(s) and/or any
VAV/Zone or Add-on Controller(s) connected to your Orion System.
Y ou can use one or all of these interfaces on the same Orion System (see
Figure 47). The Operator Interfaces available for use with the Orion
Systems are as follows:
• Modular Service Tool
• Modular System Manager (used only for VCM / VCM-X)
• System Manager TS
• Personal Computer with Prism II Computer Front End
Software Installed and a CommLink
Stand-Alone System
The Stand-Alone System is used when you have a single controller only.
Programming and status monitoring are accomplished by selecting and
installing one or more of the Operator Interfaces. See Figure 48 for a
Typical Stand-Alone System Layout diagram.
Interconnected System
The Interconnected System is used when you have multiple controllers
of the same type on your job. With this system, you simply connect the
controllers together using W attMaster communications wire or 18-gauge,
2-conductor twisted pair with shield wire (Belden #82760 or equivalent).
This allows for all controllers that are connected on the communications
loop to be programmed and monitored from one or more of the available
Operator Interfaces connected on the communications loop. See Figure 49 for a Typical Interconnected System Layout diagram.
Networked System
If you have 1 to 59 VCM / VCM-X / VCB-X Controllers that require
information sharing, simply connect the controllers together using
WattMaster communications wire or 18-gauge, 2-conductor twisted
pair with shield wire (Belden #82760 or equivalent). The Networked
Single Loop System requires that either a MiniLink PD communication
interface and/or CommLink communication interface are purchased and
wired into the communications loop in a similar manner to the VCM /
VCM-X / VCB-X Controllers.
The Networked Multiple Loop system is used when you have more
than 59 VCM / VCM-X / VCB-X Controllers and/or are using multiple
VCM / VCM-X / VCB-X Controllers that are connected to VAV/Zone
controllers. These groups of controllers are broken up into multiple
“Local Loops” that connect to each other via the “Network Loop.” Each
individual MiniLink PD handles its specifi c local loop’s communica-
tions requirements. The CommLink communications interface handles
all the communications between the individual MiniLink PDs to form
the network loop. Up to 60 local loops can be connected together with
this confi guration. This provides the capability for over 3500 control-
lers to be networked together. See Figure 50 for a Typical Networked
System Layout diagram.
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Modular Service Tool
System Manager TS
Figure 47: Available Operator Interfaces
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Operator
Interfaces
Modular System Manager
(VCM / VCM-X Only)
Personal Computer, Prism II Software
& CommLink
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Stand-Alone System Layout
Modular Service Tool
Personal Computer, Prism II Software
& CommLink
Operator
Interfaces
Modular System Manager
(VCM / VCM-X Only)
System Manager TS
Figure 48: Typical Stand-Alone System Layout
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Interconnected System Layout
Zone
Zone
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Operator
Interfaces
(VCM / VCM-X Only)
Modular System Manager
Modular Service Tool
& CommLink
Personal Computer, Prism II Software
System Manager TS
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Figure 49: Typical Interconnected System Layout
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Networked System Layout
(VCM / VCM-X Only)
Modular System Manager
Operator
Interfaces
Modular Service Tool
Operator
Interfaces
Figure 50: Typical Networked System Layout
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Alarm Polling Setup Using Prism II
Setting Up Alarm Polling for Controllers
In order to set up Alarm Polling to work with the System Manager TS,
you must have a CommLink and MiniLink Polling Device installed on
your system. The following procedure must be done for the MiniLink
Polling Device on each loop.
In the Loop Selection Window of the Prism II Main Screen, select the loop where your MiniLink Polling Device is located. Then, in the
Unit Selection Windowscroll down to Address
60 - MiniLink PD and click once on your selection. (Figure 51)
Zone
Zone
Figure 53: Polling Device Setpoints Window
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Figure 51: Loop & Unit Selection Windows
The Polling Device Window will appear. (Figure 52)
Click the <Alarm Polling> option at the top far right of the Polling
Device Setpoints Window. The Alarm / Override Polling Window will
appear. (Figure 54)
Figure 54: Alarm / Override Polling Window
In the Alarm / Override Polling Window, click the box to the left of
each controller to choose alarm polling and push-button overrides for
that controller. A check mark in the box designates alarm polling/pushbutton override.
Figure 52: Polling Device Window
Click <Setpoints> at the top of the screen. The Polling Device Setpoints Window will appear. (Figure 53)
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Military Time Con v ersion
The main difference between regular and military time is how hours
are expressed. Regular time uses numbers 1 to 12 and a.m. and p.m. to
identify each of the 24 hours in a day. In military time, the hours are
numbered from 0000 to 2300.
Military time is based on a 24-hour day. Hours are numbered 0000
through 2300 and are recorded fi rst. The last two digits indicate the
minute after the hour. Military time does not exceed 2359 hours. For
example, midnight is recorded as 0000; one minute past midnight is
0001; 1 a.m. is 0100, 1 p.m. is 1300, and so on.
Regular and military time express minutes and seconds in exactly the
same way. When converting from regular to military time and vice versa,
the minutes and seconds do not change.
Regular time requires the use of a.m. and p.m. to clearly identify the time
of day. Since military time uses a unique two-digit number to identify
each of the 24 hours in a day, a.m. and p.m. are unnecessary.
The following table summarizes the relationship between regular and
military time.