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  • Page 1 Zoning Reference Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2-Zone Expander Panel ............14 without the prior written permission of Braeburn Systems LLC. This guide is intended to be used as a source of general information Configuring Zone Panels ..... 16 and reference guide about zone systems and their associated Entering Configuration Mode ..........

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Zoning Reference Guide Introduction Braeburn Zone Systems: Comfort on Demand Given the opportunity, more than half of building owners want to improve the comfort and energy efficiency of their home or business. Comfort Energy Savings Why are so many owners dissatisfied with the comfort of their...

  • Page 4: What Is A Zoning System

    Zoning Reference Guide What is a Zoning System? A zoning system is made up of the following items: THERMOSTAT in each zoned area The thermostats can be off-the-shelf, single stage or multi stage, programmable or non- programmable units. They do not need any special connections or settings. ZONE CONTROL PANEL with a power transformer Zone panels run off the same kind of power transformer as thermostats and air conditioning equipment.

  • Page 5: The Braeburn Advantage

    Our innovative value-added features, reliability, and contemporary designs make us the brighter choice in indoor comfort and climate control. It’s easy to see why Braeburn is The Best Value in Zoning Today.

  • Page 6: Understanding Zoning Duct Systems

    Zoning Reference Guide Understanding Zoning Understanding Bypass Duct Systems System Ductwork When designing and installing zoned ductwork, follow all codes and regulations having authority over the installation. The following tips should help your zoning installation: • The HVAC system must be sized to provide conditioning for the entire area.

  • Page 7: What Is A Bypass System Duct

    Install a Barometric Bypass This low cost option uses a short duct between the supply plenum and the return air plenum. The Braeburn barometric bypass is installed in this duct. The purpose of the bypass duct is to allow the excess pressure from the supply plenum to escape into the return air plenum.

  • Page 8: Install An Electric Bypass

    Zoning Reference Guide Install an Electric Bypass This option also uses a short duct between the supply plenum and the return air plenum, but uses an electrically controlled damper to reduce excess plenum pressure. The electrically controlled damper is powered from a static pressure sensor that is mounted into the plenum.

  • Page 9: Understanding Zone Controllers

    Understanding Zone Controllers Braeburn zoning controllers serve as the brains of the zoning system. The zone controllers have a built-in computer to monitor the thermostats and the HVAC equipment, and to open and close the dampers. All equipment is connected to the zone panel.

  • Page 10: Using The Zone Panel With Multi-Stage Equipment

    Using the Zone Panel with Multi-Stage Equipment All Braeburn zone panels are designed to work with multi-stage HVAC equipment. The 2-zone panel will work with up to two heating stages and one cooling stage. The 3-zone panel will work with up to three heating and two cooling stages. The 4-zone panel will work with up to four heating stages and two cooling stages.
  • Page 11 Zoning Reference Guide 2-Zone Control Panel Wiring Terminals Note: Wire should be stripped to 3/8” minimum. Terminal Function Description INPUT 24 VAC Transformer Power 100 VA Maximum Power Panel INPUT 24 VAC Transformer Common OUTPUT 24 VAC Power Open Zone Damper Terminal Dampers OUTPUT Zone Damper Common Terminal OUTPUT 24 VAC Power Close Zone Damper Terminal...

  • Page 12: 3-Zone Control Panel

    Zoning Reference Guide 3-Zone Control Panel See following page for wiring terminal identification. W1/E/AUX W2/O/B COMM EM HEAT W1/E/AUX W2/O/B COMM W1/E/AUX W2/O/B W1/E/AUX W2/O/B ODT1 ODT2 COMM Toll-Free 866.268.5599 (U.S.) www.braeburnonline.com +1.630.844.1968 (Outside the U.S.)
  • Page 13 Zoning Reference Guide 3-Zone Control Panel Wiring Terminals Note: Wire should be stripped to 3/8” minimum. Terminal Qty Function Description INPUT 24 VAC Transformer Power 100 VA Maximum Power Panel INPUT 24 VAC Transformer Common OUTPUT 24 VAC Power Open Zone Damper Terminal Dampers COMM OUTPUT Zone Damper Common Terminal...

  • Page 14: 4-Zone Expandable Control Panel

    Zoning Reference Guide 4-Zone Expandable Control Panel See following page for wiring terminal identification. COM1 COM2 COM3 W1/E/AX1 W2/AX2 COM4 O/B/W3 W1/E/AX1 W2/AX2 O/B/W3 COMM EM HEAT W1/E/AX1 COMM W2/AX2 O/B/W3 COMM W1/E/AX1 W2/AX2 W3/O/B W1/E/AX1 W2/AX2 O/B/W3 ODT1 ODT2 COMM COM1 COM2...
  • Page 15 Zoning Reference Guide 4-Zone Expandable Control Panel Wiring Terminals Note: Wire should be stripped to 3/8” minimum. Terminal Qty Function Description INPUT 24 VAC Transformer Power 100 VA Maximum Power Panel INPUT 24 VAC Transformer Common OUTPUT 24 VAC Power Open Zone Damper Terminal Dampers COMM OUTPUT Zone Damper Common Terminal...

  • Page 16: 2-Zone Expander Panel

    Zoning Reference Guide 2-Zone Expander Panel The 2-Zone Expander Panel can be used to expand the 4-Zone Control Panel up to a total of 32 zones in 2-zone increments. See following page for wiring terminal identification. COM1 COM2 COM3 COM4 COM1 COM2 COM3...
  • Page 17 Zoning Reference Guide 2-Zone Expander Panel Wiring Terminals Note: Wire should be stripped to 3/8” minimum. Terminal Qty Function Description INPUT 24 VAC Transformer Power 75 VA Maximum Power Panel INPUT 24 VAC Transformer Common OUTPUT 24 VAC Power Open Zone Damper Terminal Dampers OUTPUT Zone Damper Common Terminal OUTPUT 24 VAC Power Close Zone Damper Terminal...

  • Page 18: Configuring Zone Panels

    Configuring Zone Panels All Braeburn Zone Panels feature an easy to read digital display. The display is used to view panel status, and to configure the various controller settings. If power is lost or the reset button is pressed, these settings will not be lost. To reset all settings back to factory defaults, hold down the RESET button for 5-10 seconds.

  • Page 19: 2-Zone Controller Configuration

    Zoning Reference Guide 2-Zone Controller Configuration No. Installer Setting Display Factory Setting Comments Display Factory Setting Installer Setting Comments (More information follows this table) Indicator Default Options Notes follow table) Indicator Default Options (More information follows this table) (Notes follow table) SYSTEM System Type Select for 1H/1C conventional equipment [Note 1]...

  • Page 20: 3-Zone Controller Configuration

    Zoning Reference Guide 3-Zone Controller Configuration No. Installer Setting Display Factory Setting Comments Display Factory Setting Installer Setting Indicator Default Options Comments Notes follow table) (More information follows this table) (More information follows this table) Indicator Default Options (Notes follow table) SYSTEM Select for 1H/1C conventional equipment [Note 1] System Type...

  • Page 21: 4-Zone Controller Configuration

    Zoning Reference Guide 4-Zone Controller Configuration No. Installer Setting Display Factory Setting Comments Display Factory Setting Installer Setting Comments (More information follows this table) Indicator Default Options Notes follow table) Indicator Default Options (More information follows this table) (Notes follow table) SYSTEM System Type Select for 1H/1C conventional equipment [Note 9]...

  • Page 22: 2-Zone Expander Panel Configuration: Adding More Zones

    Zoning Reference Guide 2-Zone Expander Panel Configuration: Adding More Zones The 4-zone panel can be expanded to up to 32 zones with 4 zones on the main panel and 28 total expansion zones. Additional zones must have power and communication wires to be recognized and controlled by the main panel. To add more zones, complete all wiring, follow instructions included with expander panel and start the main panel test mode.

  • Page 23: Zone Addressing

    Zoning Reference Guide Zone Addressing Use the following instructions to identify the zones on the zone panel expander. No other configuration is necessary on the zone panel expander. Carefully slide the dip switches to match the new zone numbers. Use the open area provided on the expander panel to mark the new zone numbers. When setting the switches to identify the expander panel, use a pen or small screwdriver.

  • Page 24: Example Expander Panel Wiring

    Zoning Reference Guide Example Expander Panel Wiring Daisy Chain Star Wiring All Zones Located at Main Panel All Zones Located at Main Panel Main Panel Expander Panel Expander Panel Zones 7-8 As Needed Expander Panel Main Panel Zones 5-6 Expander Panel Zones 7-8 Expander Panel Expander Panel...
  • Page 25 Braeburn Products Braeburn is the value alternative for a wide variety of indoor and smart home control products. Founded in 2001, our corporate headquarters is located in Montgomery, Illinois – just west of Chicago. We are committed to providing you with the precision products you would expect from a world class company.

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