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- Page 1 Instruction Manual BASE GROW • Multifunctional digital climate controller with timer functions and CO₂ control • For AC and EC fans Halle 404 Gwinnerstr. 46 60388 Frankfurt – Germany Mail: info@growcontrol.de Web: www.growcontrol.de...
- Page 2 Ensure that you include this instruction manual when handing over the device to third parties. With kind regards, GrowControl Changes in the device’s firmware can cause changes in the manual. Please make sure to use the manual that suits to the firmware that is installed on your device.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Table of contents Safety instructions ............................4 Specified normal operation ........................6 Device description ............................7 Initial use ................................10 Menu overview ..............................11 Operation .................................12 The particular functions and menu sections in detail..............13 Info level ................................13 Climate ................................15 CO2 ..................................16 Ventilation ...............................18... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Safety instructions Please observe the following information besides the safety instructions of this manual. As with all electrical devices, use this digital environmental controller carefully and cautiously to avoid hazards due to electric shock. Electric shock Warning! •... - Page 5 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Repairs Warning! • Do not open the device. • Only specialist personnel may perform repairs on electrical devices. Improper repairs may subject users to considerable danger. For repairs, please contact our customer service or an authorized customer service point.
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Page 6: Specified Normal Operation
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Specified normal operation This digital environmental controller is designed for speed controlling of fans and switching a number of other devices. In addition, lights with a 1-10V/1-10V input can be dimmed. Depending on the mode of operation, the controller’s power sockets may be used for connecting devices below: •... -
Page 7: Device Description
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Device description BASE The digital climate controller GROW • is the control station for the ambitious indoor gardener. A number of different devices and sensors can be connected, which guarantees maximum flexibility. • is similarly able to control standard duct fans as well as EC fans, offering maximum flexibility. - Page 8 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW • can be mounted to a wall with the included screws, dowels and drilling template. *Provided that the sizing of the connected utilities is appropriate and the fresh air temperature is sufficiently low. The tolerance is related to the repeat accuracy rather than the absolute accuracy. The absolute accuracy is ±2%.
- Page 9 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW 1 Display 2 Rotary switch 3 RJ45 jack for 0-10V/1-10V dimming of lights and Multifunctional Out 5 4 RJ45 jack for exhaust EC fan 5 RJ45 jack for intake EC fan 6 5xRJ45 jack for sensors and PowerExtenders 7 USB-A Port for firmware updates 8-11 Programmable power socket Multifunctional Out 1-3 12 Mains cable...
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Page 10: Initial Use
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Initial use Warning! If “intake AC” or “exhaust AC” mode is selected for an “Multifunctional Out 1-3“output, only standard duct fans may be connected. Other devices may be damaged in the modes “intake AC”... -
Page 11: Menu Overview
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Menu overview Info Start Ventilation setup setup Climate setup Timing setup Multi Out- setup Lights „Setup“ setup System setup Save & apply Advanced setup Save & Cancel & return home return home... -
Page 12: Operation
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Operation The controller is operated via a menu, which is divided into two levels. It is controlled by turning or pressing the rotary switch (2). • On level “Info”, different information is displayed. •... -
Page 13: The Particular Functions And Menu Sections In Detail
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW 1. Press the rotary switch a bit longer* Desired and then release it in order to jump to the screen “Save & Apply”. If the rotary switch is pressed again, the changed Enter the chosen value by pressing settings will be saved and applied and the the rotary switch. - Page 14 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW T MINC 24.6AC i Intake ECC T MAXC 26.3ACBC 2510rpm 62ABC This screen shows the minimum and Exhaust ECC maximum temperature values (T) that have 2139rpm 72ABC occurred since the last reset. These screens show the current fan speed of the EC fans.
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Page 15: Climate
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW and how long it takes until the next switching. DateC 02.05.2020 Lights infoC This display shows the remaining time for 62ABC switching an output for which the function “interval” is selected to switch-on or This display shows the current percentage switch-off. - Page 16 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Temperature heating mat: These values define the setpoint for the temperature control of a heating mat. The sensor reading relevant for this function is captured by a sensor available as accessory. Chiller: An output configured as “Chiller” (Multifunctional Out 1-5) is switched on if the desired room temperature is exceeded by 2°C and is switched off if the room temperature is 1°C below the desired room temperature.
- Page 17 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW level. In addition, the algorithm is continuously learning from the previous cycles to reach the desired CO₂ as precise as possible. The settings “room volume” and “CO₂ flow” are used as a starting point. The minimum and maximum fan speeds for the CO₂...
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Page 18: Ventilation
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW *during pressure, sensor calibration is in process, all fans are turned off. Set exhaust minimum speed 10%. CO2 MAXC 15ABC Additionally, “OFF” can be selected. This means that the intake fan will be switched Set the maximum fan speed of the exhaust off as long as the measured temperature is fans during the “CO₂... - Page 19 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Current intake fan speed = 40% SENSE With a pressure sensor PRES , the speed of the intake fans is controlled by a PID controller to always maintain the desired negative pressure in pascal (Pa). In this case the value “negative pressure %”...
- Page 20 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW airflow is sufficient for cooling the value of 10% is set, this means that the motor. This applies for standard duct intake fan will always turn 10% less fans (AC) only. compared to the exhaust fan. With a pressure sensor connected: The setting limits the speed of the intake fan compared to the exhaust fan.
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Page 21: Timing
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Timing BASE GROW has got three different types of timers: • Clock timer (24h) • Interval timer with separate settings for the day/night periods • 4 Event timers The clock timer is designed to switch the lights. In addition, the “current clock time”, “start of day”... -
Page 22: Lights
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW gihDay ANC Event 1 Start 14C06 00C15C30 Set the interval time (period) to switch on Set the time for the corresponding event the output that is configured for “interval to start. (hh:mm) timer”. Four events are available. -
Page 23: Advanced Setup
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Lights with a 0-10/-10V input can be regarding the used pins or the RJ45 jack connected with a cable that can be can be found in the appendix in chapter purchased as accessory. Information 9.2. - Page 24 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW For these values settings are available: LanguageC • „RH“ (Humidity captured by English sensors RH/T) Choose the preferred language for the • „T“ (Temperature captured by menu (English/German). sensors RH/T) • „H mat“ (Temperature captured by sensors for heating mat) Display •...
- Page 25 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW The “1” on the screen indicates the number off successfully calibrated Restore fact. sensors. Please make sure that the settings displayed number is matching the number of actual connected CO₂ sensors. In order to restore all factory settings, choose “OK”...
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Page 26: Multifunctional Out
If you are experiencing this kind of behaviour, please contact our support. info@growcontrol.de Firmware update With an USB memory stick you can update the controller’s firmware. -
Page 27: Appendix
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW If there is more than one firmware file on the USB memory, write down the filename. Connect the USB memory containing the firmware file to the USB port on the controller. Keep the rotary switch pressed while the controller restarts. There are two options to restart the controller: Go to the menu entry “restart controller”... - Page 28 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW and the responsiveness of the connected supply air fans. Set reg. type With a higher value, the negative pressure CO2C fuzzyBC control reacts more strongly to changes in the currently measured negative pressure Choose the preferred control method for value.
- Page 29 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW from day to night before the measured humidifier here. The hysteresis determines temperature is reaching the “desired day how often the humidifier is switched on temperature”. and off and how exactly the setpoint value is reached or how large the Which value is the best for your setup, is fluctuations of the actual value are.
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Page 30: Port Lights 0-10V / Multi Out 5
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Log data inform our customer service about the displayed values if required. logC 5 1 1350 The displayed values are log data. Please Port Lights 0-10V / Multi Out 5 To connect lights with an 0-10/ 1-10V input or DC relays/ contactors, use a suitable cable available as an accessory. -
Page 31: Pin Connection For Ec Fans
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Pin connection for EC fans We offer suitable cables for the control of all common EC fans. We recommend to use a ready- made cable. Fans according to the "RJEC" standard can be connected with a standard RJ45 cable. -
Page 32: Technical Data
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW A small inductive load The standard configuration Contact our support to get (e.g. contactors, small is not suitable for the information on how to solve the pumps) connected to connected equipment problem one of the Multi Out 1- 3 sockets will not switch off An EC fan connected to... -
Page 33: Disposal
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for one (1) year from the original date of purchase. GrowControl’s sole obligation in the event of such defects during this period is to repair or replace the defective part or product with a comparable part or product at GrowControl’s sole discretion. -
Page 34: Revision History
Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW Revision history Version 1.0.0 rev1 en- created on 26.10.2021 English translation Version 1.0.0 - created on 13.06.2020 First release (German version) Refers to firmware version 5045.0.00.04 and higher Version 1.0.0 rev0 en - created on 30.11.2020 English translation –... - Page 35 Instruction manual 1.0.0 rev1 en BASE GROW...
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