Summary of Contents for Zonex ZonexCommander
- Page 1 ZonexCommander ZonexCommander (Plus) Network All Your HVAC Equipment Centralized DDC Communications for Stand-Alone HVAC and Zoned Systems Installation and Applications Manual Part #ZCMAN Rev. Oct 2014...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ZONEXCOMMANDER (PLUS) Concept Drawing ......................................14 Component Selection Guide....................................15 Wiring Overview ......................................16 Sequence Of Operation ....................................17-18 Command Center – ZonexCommander (Plus) ..............................19 Installation Instructions....................................20 ModStat Thermostat and Supplemental Heat Applications..........................21-22 Unit Relay Module (RMOD) Sequence Of Operation.....................................23 RMOD Terminal Diagram ..................................24 Description / Installation..................................25... -
Page 3: Commander System Overview
– Remote system control with simple Windows operating software SYSTEM SELECTION CRITERIA To select the proper Zonex system for your application please answer the following questions: Are you using zone dampers on this job? NO, control your stand-alone equipment with a ZonexCommander. -
Page 4: Component Descriptions
The Command Center is a microprocessor based digital communicating controller. Each Command Center supports up to 20 devices (thermostats and RLYCOM relay modules). A unique Command Center exists for each communicating Zonex System: : ZPTCIP – ZonexCommander (Plus) Communications Package with ZonexCommander... -
Page 5: Component Descriptions
The TCIP device provides communication with the Commander OLAT - 5vdc OUTSIDE AIR SENSOR System through the Internet or Ethernet Network using an assigned The LAT Thermistor sensor assembly is provided with the Zonex- IP address and Port Forwarding. Commander and ZonexCommander (Plus) Command Centers to... -
Page 6: Zonexcommander Concept Drawing
ZONEXCOMMANDER CONCEPT DRAWING ZonexCommander is a DDC system for automating and networking new and existing stand-alone HVAC systems and mechanical devices. Gas Electric and Heat Pump HVAC units are controlled with communicating thermostats while mechanical devices are controlled with a relay device (RLYCOM). -
Page 7: Component Selection Guide
ZONEXCOMMANDER COMPONENT SELECTION GUIDE ZonexCommander Remotely control 1-80 stand-alone rooftops or split systems SYSTEM STAND-ALONE EQUIPMENT COMMAND CENTER CETCIP Communications package Includes: Command Center, software, TCIP Device, cables and LAT Sensor NUMBER OF THERMOSTATS 21 to 80 Up to 20 1 –... -
Page 8: Sequence Of Operation
When a thermostat is in the Lock mode, the address number on the left display; and, with the addition of a SENDCOM sensor, each unit’s Return column of the Review screen on the Zonex software will be in red. The Air and Supply Air temperature is remotely displayed on the Commander thermostat will also display the Lock mode with a padlock symbol on the software. -
Page 9: Installation Instructions
ZONEXCOMMANDER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CETCIP Command Center 1. Install the CETCIP Command Center on a wall or mounting board 6. A single air sensor (OLAT) is supplied to display the Outside Air in a dry interior space where the ambient temperatures will be between Temperature on the System screen of the Commander program. -
Page 10: Digicom / Digihp Thermostats
For electrical heat applications, which require a fan output on a call for heat. (See Fig 3.) Wiring The Zonex Systems DIGICOM and DIGIHP thermostats have been specifically designed to make wall mounting and wire connections very easy. The thermostat terminal base has two separate terminal blocks: the left side terminal block is for the 24vac control circuits, and the right side terminal block is for the RX TX communication circuits. - Page 11 DIGICOM / DIGIHP THERMOSTATS Configuration 1. Set the unique address for each thermostat from 01 to 20. THERMOSTAT OPERATION 2. Press and hold the Menu button until you see the system mode Display display on the lower right begin to scroll and change modes; then The grey display backlight is constantly illuminated in the Occupied mode.
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Page 12: Command Center - Zonexcommander
COMMAND CENTER – ZONEXCOMMANDER LEGEND DATE AND TIME BACKUP BATTERY SENSOR CALIBRATION: R12 OUTSIDE AIR (OA) POWER LED INDICATOR MAIN CONTROL CHIP ZONEXCOMMANDER COMMUNICATION RS-485 TWISTED PAIR (POLARITY SENSITIVE) (BELDEN 8740) USB COMPUTER OUTDOOR AIR SENSOR TERMINAL TERMINALS G AND B, 24VAC 40VA INPUT... -
Page 13: Wiring Overview
ZONEXCOMMANDER WIRING OVERVIEW ROOFTOP UNITS: UP TO 20 PER COMMAND CENTER... -
Page 14: Zonexcommander (Plus) Concept Drawing
ZONEXCOMMANDER (PLUS) CONCEPT DRAWING * ZonexCommander (Plus), ZPTCIP, is a DDC system for automating multiple zoned HVAC systems, stand-alone HVAC units and mechanical devices. The universal RMOD controls both Gas Electric and Heat Pump units with onboard capacity control. The modulating/two-position... -
Page 15: Component Selection Guide
ZONEXCOMMANDER (PLUS) COMPONENT SELECTION GUIDE... -
Page 16: Wiring Overview
ZONEXCOMMANDER (PLUS) INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM Fig. 1 NOTE: Each Command Center supports up to 4 RMODs and a maximum of 20 communicating devices. When the application requires more than 4 RMODs or more than 20 communicating devices, additional Command Center(s) will be required. There must be separate communications circuit (twisted pair Belden 8740) for each Command Center (channel). -
Page 17: Sequence Of Operation
Centers, an additional TCIP device and an individual IP address must be used for interface communications. OPERATION The ZonexCommander (Plus) Command Center polls every minute. When the Command Center polls, it goes to each ModStat to gather RMOD information on whether it is making a cool call, heat call or no call. Based... - Page 18 High Limit – Fan Operation Push UP button until display shows H. Fan operation in the ZonexCommander (Plus) is controlled by the RMOD. Current setpoint will be displayed. The fan jumper on RMOD allows for the option of fan continuous in Push UP or DN button until desired setpoint is displayed.
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Page 19: Command Center - Zonexcommander (Plus)
COMMAND CENTER – ZONEXCOMMANDER (PLUS) LEGEND DATE AND TIME BACKUP BATTERY SENSOR CALIBRATION: R12 OUTSIDE AIR POWER LED I NDICATOR MAIN CONTROL CHIP ZONEX COMMANDER (PLUS) COMMUNICATION RS-485 TWISTED PAIR (POLARITY SENSITIVE) (BELDEN 8740) USB COMPUTER SENSOR TERMINAL OA (OUTSIDE AIR) ONLY... -
Page 20: Installation Instructions
ZONEXCOMMANDER (PLUS) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ZPTCIP/CZNXIP Command Centers 6. The only sensor connected to the Command Center is the Outside Air 1. Install the Command Center on a wall or mounting board in a Sensor (OA), which is Part # OLAT. The Outside Air Sensor is not dry interior space where the temperatures will be between 32-125°... -
Page 21: Modstat Thermostat And Supplemental Heat Applications
Heat/Cool button twice to change from “Heat Setting” to “Cool Setting.” WIRING Then press the UP or DN button to change the setpoint. The Zonex Systems ModStat and MODS2 thermostats have been specifically designed to make wall mounting and wire connections very easy. The Changing Mode thermostat terminal base has two separate terminal blocks: the left side The thermostats are auto changeover, but specific modes may be selected. - Page 22 ModStat / MODS2 THERMOSTATS GENERAL OPERATION Heat Call – The ModStat and MODS2 will send a signal for demand Ventilation – No active Heat or Cool calls heating when the space temperature drops 1° below the heat setpoint With no active calls, the ModStat or MODS2 will open the damper for temperature.
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Page 23: Sequence Of Operation
RMOD SEQUENCE OF OPERATION OPERATION COMMUNICATION FAILURE When heating or cooling calls are sent to the RMOD Relay Module by the If the RMOD loses communications, it will then control the HVAC unit thermostat, the RMOD will treat these calls as votes to determine mode based on the return air temperature. -
Page 24: Rmod Terminal Diagram
RMOD TERMINAL DIAGRAM TERMINAL DESIGNATIONS – Data transmit – Data receive – 24vac power input – 24vac power common – Return air sensor LV AIR – Supply Air sensor input – RA calibration – LV AIR calibration Gas/Electric – Fan output –... -
Page 25: Description / Installation
4. For Heat Pump “O” reversing valve operation the O/B jumper tab is switch to the EM terminals on the RMOD. on one pin. For reversing valve “B” operation, place the jumper tab The RMOD is ready to be configured in the ZonexCommander (Plus) over both pins. program. -
Page 26: Wiring Overview - Rmod
RMOD WIRING OVERVIEW All RX communication wires must be connected to the RX terminals. All TX communication wires must be connected to the TX terminals. The RX and TX wires should never intersect. -
Page 27: Rmod To Unit Wiring Diagram
RMOD (RELAY MODULE) TO UNIT WIRING DIAGRAM • Minimum 18 AWG thermostat wire. • Use 18 AWG. for RA & LV. • Y2 & W2 terminals are not used for gas/electric single stage units. • SA (supply air sensor) controls low and high temperature limits and heat/cool staging. •... -
Page 28: Sendcom - Communicating Duct Temperature Sensor
The Zonex Systems SENDCOM is a microprocessor based, communicating air duct temperature sensor. The SENDCOM is used to display the discharge air and return air temperature of a single HVAC unit. The temperatures are displayed within the ZonexCommander software on the REVIEW page. - Page 29 On ZonexCommander (Plus) systems a SENDCOM cannot be addressed for thermostats 1, 2, 3, or 4, so start addressing any stand alone equipment in a ZonexCommander (Plus) system at 75. 13. The SENDCOM is calibrated at the factory but can be field calibrated by adjusting the R2 potentiometer for Supply Air or the R10 poten- tiometer for return air.
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Page 30: Communicating Relay Module (Rlycom)
Power for the RLYCOM is provided by a separate 24vac 40va transformer. The RLYCOM requires a unique address from 01 to 20 (except Zonex Commander (Plus) 05-20). Communication is through the RS-485 twisted pair wire. -
Page 31: Zone Dampers
(upstream) of the zone damper and the output (downstream) when the damper is closed. ROUND MEDIUM PRESSURE ZONE DAMPERS Zonex Systems round medium pressure zone dampers are recommended for systems with a maximum differential static pressure up to 1.75”. This modulating power open/power close damper is manufactured from 20-22 gauge galvanized steel with rolled-in stiffening beads for superior rigidity. - Page 32 RECTANGULAR MEDIUM PRESSURE static pressure of 1.75”. ZONE DAMPERS These are power open, Zonex Systems rectangular medium pressure dampers are recommended power close dampers for systems under 7.5 tons with a maximum differential static pressure of 1”. made of 20 gauge “snap- These are fully modulating power open, power close dampers.
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Page 33: D-Fuser
D-FUSER ZONE DAMPER Zonex Systems D-Fuser is a combination zone damper and diffuser. It mounts in a standard 2’ x 2’ T-bar ceiling opening, providing for simple installation and easy maintenance access. The D-Fuser is a cone shaped fluidic nozzle with a platen that modulates up and down to control air flow. -
Page 34: Rectangular Dampers
4. In attic installations and high humidity areas, the Zonex Systems c) Select a Zonex Systems damper to fit the duct size selected for damper should be insulated along with the duct work. The hat section that zone. -
Page 35: Bypass Dampers
STMPD18 18" 20" 21" ROUND BYPASS DAMPER SELECTION The Zonex Systems STMPD damper is used for round bypass applications. When you know the bypass CFM requirements, use the ROUND BYPASS SELECTION TABLE to confirm the round damper size. NOTE: multiple round dampers can be slaved from one static pressure control to provide the correct capacity. -
Page 36: Bypass Dampers
BYPASS DAMPERS – ELECTRONIC RECTANGULAR BYPASS SELECTION TABLE WIDTH IN INCHES 833 1000 1167 1333 1500 1667 1833 2000 2333 2667 3000 3333 3667 4000 833 1042 1250 1458 1667 1875 2083 2292 2500 2917 3333 3750 4167 4583 5000 1000 1250 1500 1750 2000 2250 2500 2750... - Page 37 BYPASS DAMPER WITH INTEGRATED PRESSURE CONTROL Bypass Damper with Integrated Pressure Control is used to control bypass operations. The bypass damper modulates to maintain static pressure as zone dampers open and close. The bypass system reduces air noise from the supply registers caused by excessive air velocity.
- Page 38 Y outputs to unit on the zone control board and to make full cool calls on all thermostats. This will modulate dampers fully open and lock out compressor. GEN II ModCom II On Zonex Systems , use air balance modes for simplified bypass setup.
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Page 39: System Start-Up - Commander Software Review
9. Once computer has restarted, select the ZonexCommander or B. “This Wizard helps you install software for: ZonexCommander. ZonexCommander (Plus) icon on display; and click on Connect Now. What do you want the wizard to do?” Select: “Install the software 10. - Page 40 Vacation Tab Assign up to 20 vacation/holiday events for each thermostat and RLYCOM. Zoned Units Tab Used only with ZonexCommander (Plus), allocates thermostats to their respective units when multiple units are included in the system.
- Page 41 To add or change a project name, phone number or IP address: WELCOME Screen – Fig. 1 1. Add a record: Double click on the Zonex icon to open the program’s WELCOME screen a. Click on the Connect Now button from the WELCOME screen. (see Fig. 1) b.
- Page 42 Click on Delete. h. Click on File; then click on Save. i. Click on Exit to return to the WELCOME Tab. Connecting to the Zonex System 1. Click on the Connect Now button from the WELCOME screen (see Fig. 6).
- Page 43 SYSTEM START-UP PROCEDURE System Setup and Configuration Date/Time 1. Click on the Date/Time radio button (see Fig. 12), and a calendar SYSTEM Screen – Fig. 10 will appear on the upper right of the screen. Fig. 10 Fig. 12 Stats 2.
- Page 44 SYSTEM START-UP PROCEDURE Stat Name Lock/Unlock Thermostats 1. Click on the Stat Name radio button (see Fig. 13), and enter 1. Click on the Lock/Unlock radio button to lock or unlock thermostats individual thermostat names, RLYCOM, or SENDCOM designations. remotely (see Fig. 15). Do not exceed 20 characters and spaces on each entry.
- Page 45 SYSTEM START-UP PROCEDURE 4. RLYCOM devices, if utilized, control generic loads and will be displayed Additional Information Displayed on the with a Red “0” when energized and a Blue“O” when off. REVIEW Screen a. A Red “0” should appear in the Unoccupied Heat column, which 1.
- Page 46 Global radio button (see Fig. 22); or, Fig. 24 Fig. 22 The ZonexCommander software provides up to four scheduled events 3. To change an individual thermostat, click on the Individual radio each day, for each thermostat. To assign Occupied and Unoccupied schedules: button.
- Page 47 SYSTEM START-UP PROCEDURE 3. Event times can be entered separately for each day or for the entire Vacation Scheduling week. Click on the All Week radio button. This allows a complete VACATION Screen – Fig. 25 schedule to be assigned to one thermostat for every day of the week. (If, after the week’s schedule has been set, you would like to change one day, see No.
- Page 48 10. When the hourglass returns to the arrow cursor on the ZONED UNITS screen, close the ZonexCommander (Plus) program on the computer; and recycle power on the Command Center and RMOD(s). 11. Bring up the ZonexCommander (Plus) program again, and direct- Fig. 28 connect to the system.
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Page 49: Trend And Data Logging Operation
Trending data is displayed in a separate Zonex program called Zonex information. Trends (see Fig. 34). This program was initially loaded with the Zonex 1. Click on the SYSTEM Tab. Software. A Zonex Trends icon should reside on your Desktop. -
Page 50: Trend And Data Logging Operation
TREND AND DATA LOGGING OPERATION 3. When the file is retrieved, use the drop down box to select your 8. The chart displays temperatures from 40-100º in 2º increments on the installation name, thermostat number, and date and time range; Y axis, and dates and times are displayed on the X axis (see Fig. -
Page 51: Troubleshooting
A. Verify the network cable is installed to the Network E. Check polarity of R & C (Common Ground ISERVER Device. Phasing). B. Check cable from the ISERVER to the Zonex- Commander Controller. Programming and System Setup Problems C. Verify the ISERVER Network device is powered and energized. -
Page 52: Operating Schedule
OPERATING SCHEDULE For additional questions on programming and technical support, please call Zonex Systems at (800) 228-2966, M-F 6:30 AM-5:00 PM PST. DAY OCC DAY UNOCC NIGHT OCC NIGHT UNOCC NAME TUES THUR TUES THUR TUES THUR TUES THUR TUES... - Page 54 Visit our Web Site http://www.zonexproducts.com www.zonexcontrols.com The easy way to Get Quotes Fast PATENTED PRODUCT Zonex Systems reserves the right to discontinue, or change at any time, Part #ZCMAN specifications or designs without notice and without incurring obligations. Rev. Oct 2014...
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