AP Expert VT-110 User manual

Expert VT-110
User Manual
890-00081
Version 24
REV 19

All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest
information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any
time without notice.
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Contents
Chapter 1 General Safety Precautions and Usage Guidelines ...................................................................7
Chapter 2 Controller Inputs and Outputs...................................................................................................9
Chapter 3 Mounting the Enclosure .......................................................................................................... 11
Chapter 4 Guidelines About Wiring .........................................................................................................13
Chapter 5 Getting Started ........................................................................................................................15
The User Interface.....................................................................................................................15
Status LED Meanings................................................................................................................15
About Passwords ......................................................................................................................16
Entering a Password .................................................................................................................16
Modifying Installer Passwords ....................................................................................................17
Adjusting the LCD Contrast........................................................................................................17
Enabling a Temperature Probe and Other Probes ........................................................................17
Choosing Units of Measure ........................................................................................................17
Setting the Relative Humidity Parameters ...................................................................................17
Setting the Daytime and Nighttime Parameters............................................................................18
Configuring the Installation.........................................................................................................18
Assigning Probes to Outputs ......................................................................................................20
Assigning Probes to Monitor Ambient Temperature ......................................................................20
Assigning Temperature Probes to the Second Probe Set..............................................................21
Setting the Flow Per Pulse of a Water Meter................................................................................21
Chapter 6 Relay Assignment ...................................................................................................................23
Relay Assignment .....................................................................................................................23
Assigning Heater Relays............................................................................................................23
Assigning Fan Stage Relays ......................................................................................................23
Assigning Tunnel Curtain Relays ................................................................................................24
Assigning Inlet Relays ...............................................................................................................24
Assigning Stir Fan Relays ..........................................................................................................24
Assigning Cooling Output Relays................................................................................................24
Assigning Soaking Output Relays...............................................................................................25
Assigning Clock Output Relays ..................................................................................................25
Assigning Backup Relay Box......................................................................................................25
Assigning Brooder Heater Relay.................................................................................................25
Chapter 7 Basic Operations.....................................................................................................................27
Setting the Time and Date..........................................................................................................27
Adjusting Improper System Time ................................................................................................27
Using Clean Mode.....................................................................................................................27
Using Test Mode .......................................................................................................................28
Chapter 8 Temperature Settings ..............................................................................................................29
Setting the Reference Temperature or Setpoint ...........................................................................29
Temperature Curve: How it Works ..............................................................................................30
Modifying Curve Points..............................................................................................................30
Using the Temperature Curve.....................................................................................................30
Chapter 9 Ventilation and Cooling ...........................................................................................................33
Minimum Ventilation: How it Works .............................................................................................33
Setting the Minimum Ventilation Fan Speed ................................................................................33
Minimum Ventilation Curve: How it Works ...................................................................................33
Setting the Minimum Ventilation Curve........................................................................................34
Adjusting the Day and Night Minimum Ventilation ........................................................................34
Setting the Minimum Ventilation Fan Timer..................................................................................34
Fan Stages: How it Works..........................................................................................................35
Setting the Start and Stop Temperatures of a Fan Stage...............................................................37
Outside Temperature Compensation: How it Works .....................................................................37
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Setting the Winter and Summer Outdoor Temperatures................................................................37
0-10V Ventilation Outputs: How it Works .....................................................................................38
Configuring the 0-10V Outputs ...................................................................................................38
Chapter 10 De-Icing...................................................................................................................................39
De-icing: How it works ...............................................................................................................39
Configuring De-Icing Cycles.......................................................................................................39
Chapter 11 Air Inlets..................................................................................................................................41
Air Inlets: How it Works..............................................................................................................41
Configuring Air Inlet Parameters.................................................................................................42
Calibrating the Inlets..................................................................................................................43
Configuring the Inlet Resets .......................................................................................................43
Actuator Reset: How it Works.....................................................................................................44
Opening Compensation According to Temperature or Static Pressure: How it Works......................45
Setting the Temperature and Static Pressure Compensation ........................................................45
Selecting the Static Pressure Compensation Stages .................................................................... 45
Setting the Static Pressure Setpoints ..........................................................................................45
Chapter 12 Tunnel Curtain.........................................................................................................................47
Tunnel Curtain: How it Works .....................................................................................................47
Configuring Tunnel Curtain Settings............................................................................................48
Chapter 13 Stir Fan....................................................................................................................................49
Stir Fans: How it Works..............................................................................................................49
Setting the Stir Fan Start and Stop Temperatures.........................................................................51
Chapter 14 Outputs ...................................................................................................................................53
Enabling the Misting Output .......................................................................................................53
Enabling the Soaking Output......................................................................................................54
Heating Stages: How it Works ....................................................................................................54
Setting the Heater Start and Stop Times......................................................................................55
0-10V Heater Output: How it Works ............................................................................................55
Brooder Heater: How it Works ....................................................................................................56
Brooder Curve: How it Works .....................................................................................................56
Setting the Brooder Curve Start and Stop Temperatures...............................................................57
0-10V Brooder Heater Output: How it Works................................................................................57
Setting the Brooder 0-10V Start and Stop Temperatures...............................................................58
Clock Outputs: How it Works......................................................................................................58
Setting the Clock Output Start and Stop Temperatures .................................................................59
Setting the 0-10V Outputs..........................................................................................................59
Chapter 15 Relative Humidity Compensation ............................................................................................61
Relative Humidity Compensation: How it Works...........................................................................61
Setting the Relative Humidity Compensation Parameters .............................................................62
Chapter 16 Alarms.....................................................................................................................................65
Alarm Display and Meaning .......................................................................................................65
Viewing Alarm Logs...................................................................................................................65
Alarm Conditions.......................................................................................................................66
Setting the Alarm Start and Stop Temperatures ...........................................................................67
Chapter 17 System Monitoring ..................................................................................................................69
Monitoring Current Conditions....................................................................................................69
Viewing the Current Setpoint......................................................................................................69
Resetting the Daily Run Time of a Feeder ...................................................................................69
Viewing the Water Consumption History......................................................................................70
Viewing Daily History Menus ......................................................................................................70
Resetting Daily Histories............................................................................................................71
Viewing Heater Daily Run Time History.......................................................................................71
Viewing the Hourly History Logs .................................................................................................71
Viewing the Water Consumption History of the Last 48 Hours .......................................................71
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Viewing the Water Consumption History per Head of the Last 48 Hours.........................................72
Setting the Animal Age and Count ..............................................................................................72
Chapter 18 Transfer Menu .........................................................................................................................73
Adjusting the Communication Speed ..........................................................................................73
Adjusting the Screen Contrast ....................................................................................................73
Updating or Making a Backup.....................................................................................................73
Chapter 19 Technical Specifications .........................................................................................................75
Chapter 20 Expert VT110+ .........................................................................................................................77
Expert VT110+ ..........................................................................................................................77
Appendix A Worksheets .............................................................................................................................79
Limited Warranty - Protein Products .......................................................................................83
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1General Safety Precautions and
Usage Guidelines
Safety precautions and guidelines help direct you towards certain behaviors to adopt or to avoid when
using or servicing your system to keep you safe and your system operational.
DANGER
Before servicing or cleaning unit, turn off and lock the power switch at the service
panel. If the power switch cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning
device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
Safety symbols
IMPORTANT: Read and save these instructions. Safety may be jeopardized if the equipment is used in a
manner not specified by the manufacturer.
Warning. Read the following text carefully; it contains important information
which, if ignored, may cause the controller to operate improperly
High Voltage. Hazard of electrical shock. Read the message and follow the
instructions carefully
Both direct and alternating current (AC/DC)
Direct current (DC)
Alternating current (AC)
Earth Ground Terminal Primarily used for functional earth terminals which are
generally associated with test and measurement circuits. These terminals
are not for safety earthing purposes but provide an earth reference point
Recommendations and guidelines
• We strongly recommend installing supplementary natural ventilation as well as a backup thermostat
on at least one cooling stage.
• We recommend installing an additional protection device on the controller’s supply circuit, although
fuses at the input and outputs of the controller protect its circuits in case of an overload or over-
voltage.
• The room temperature where the controller is located must always remain between 32°F and 104°F
(0°C to 40°C). Do not install the controller outdoors.
• To avoid exposing the controller to harmful gases or excessive humidity, we recommend installing it
in a corridor or a room dedicated to electronic controllers.
• Do not spray water on the controller. Use a damp cloth to wipe it clean.
• Use the equipment only as directed by the manufacturer.
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Electrostatic discharge prevention
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. ESD damage occurs
when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failures.
Always follow ESD prevention procedures when you remove and replace components. Ensure that the
chassis is electrically connected to earth ground. Wear an ESD preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it
makes good skin contact. Connect the grounding clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis frame to
safely ground unwanted ESD voltages. To guard against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist strap and
cord must operate properly. If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching the metal part of the
chassis.
For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap, which should be between 1 and
10 megaohm (Mohm).
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2Controller Inputs and Outputs
The Expert VT110 controller is used for environmental control in livestock buildings. It allows the user to
maintain a specified target temperature by controlling the operation of ventilation and heating equipment
through its various inputs and outputs.
Number Output
2 heating outputs
1 brooder heater output
8fan stage outputs
1 cooling stage output
1stir fan output
1 soaking output
1 air inlet output
1 tunnel curtain output
2 clock outputs
2 built-in 0–10 V outputs to control additional fans or
heaters
2 built-in variable speed outputs
Number Input
6 inside temperature sensor inputs
1 outside temperature sensor input
1 potentiometer
1 humidity sensor
1 static pressure probe
1water meter
4feeder run time monitoring inputs
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3Mounting the Enclosure
Correctly mounting the enclosure ensures it is stable and sturdy. It allows you to perform your controller
operations with confidence.
1. Using three screws per bracket, fix the two metal brackets to the mounting holes on the back of the
enclosure.
2. Using the four remaining screws, mount the controller onto the wall.
CAUTION
Do not mount the controller directly onto the drywall. Mount it on the
supporting structure behind the drywall. If this is not possible, fix pieces of
metal or wood into the supporting structure behind the drywall and mount the
enclosure onto the structure.
NOTE: Make sure to leave enough room to open the enclosure completely in order to service the
controller.
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4Guidelines About Wiring
All wiring instructions are found in the wiring diagram included with this manual. A few additional guide-
lines are needed to wire your controller correctly and safely.
Precautions
The controller has no power switch. You must use an external switch or circuit breaker in the installation
to interrupt power to the Line (L) and Neutral (N) electric power lines. It must be close to the equipment
and within reach of the operator. Mark it as the disconnecting device for the equipment.
DANGER
Turn off all power before connecting wires to avoid electrical shocks and equipment
damage. All wiring must be done by an authorized electrician and must comply with
applicable codes, laws and regulations.
NOTICE
All electrical wiring must enter by the bottom of the enclosure. Use watertight
connectors.
NOTICE
Use nylon cable glands for cable or wiring fastening. Do not install rigid conduits.
Alarm wiring
Two types of alarms exist. For the type of alarm that activates when current is cut off at its input, use the
NC terminal as shown on the wiring diagram. For the other type of alarm that activates when current is
supplied at its input, use the NO terminal.
Sensor input wiring
Sensors operate at low voltage and are isolated from the supply. Make sure that sensor cables remain
isolated from all high voltage sources by a minimum of 12 inches (30 cm). If a sensor is defective, an
alarm is generated. Defective sensors can be seen in the Alarm menu.
CAUTION
Do not route the sensor cables through the same electrical holes as other cables.
CAUTION
Do not connect the shield from the sensor cable to a terminal or a ground.
Extending a sensor
Each sensor can be extended up to 410 feet (125 meters). Do not run sensor cables next to the other
power cables. If the cables must cross, make them cross at a 90 degree angle.
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NOTICE
Do not ground the shielding.
IMPORTANT: Use a cable of at least 18 AWG gauge.
Using a shielded cable of an outside diameter between 0.245 and 0.260 inches (6.22 and 6.60 milli-
meters), solder the cable joints to ensure a proper contact between the two cables.
0-10V output wiring
0-10V outputs can be used to connect various devices such as lights. Use a 18 to 22 AWG gauge wire to
connect the devices to the 0-10V outputs.
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5Getting Started
Topics Covered in this Chapter
▪ The User Interface
▪ Status LED Meanings
▪ About Passwords
▪ Entering a Password
▪ Modifying Installer Passwords
▪ Adjusting the LCD Contrast
▪ Enabling a Temperature Probe and Other Probes
▪ Choosing Units of Measure
▪ Setting the Relative Humidity Parameters
▪ Setting the Daytime and Nighttime Parameters
▪ Configuring the Installation
▪ Assigning Probes to Outputs
▪ Assigning Probes to Monitor Ambient Temperature
▪ Assigning Temperature Probes to the Second Probe Set
▪ Setting the Flow Per Pulse of a Water Meter
The User Interface
The screens and arrows on the controller allow you to navigate through and within the menus.
Control Description
LCD display gives the current readings and displays the chosen parameters. When all parameters
from a given menu can’t all be presented at once on the display, arrows are displayed
on the right hand side to indicate that additional parameters can be displayed using the
arrow keys. After 15 minutes of inactivity, the display returns to displaying the ambient
temperature.
Menu select buttons used to scroll through the main menu list located on the left hand side of the controller.
Arrow keys used to scroll through parameters in a menu. The right-arrow key is used to select a
menu option; the left-arrow key is used to go back to the previous menu display.
Edit button used to select a menu onscreen or to switch into edit mode
LED display shows the current reading of chosen sensors.
Status LED Meanings
LED Meaning
Clean mode Turns on when the controller operates in clean mode
Alarm Turns on when an alarm is active. Flashes when an alarm condition occurred
Cooling Solid LED: Time ON of the cooling timer. Flashing LED: Time OFF of the cooling
timer
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Soaking Solid LED: Time ON of the soaking timer. Flashing LED: Time OFF of the soaking
timer
Stir fan Turns on when the stir fan output is ON
Clock output 1-2 Turns on when clock output 1-2 is active
0-10V output 1-2 Turns on when 0-10V output 1-2 is active
Tunnel open Turns on when the tunnel curtain is opening
Tunnel close Turns on when the tunnel curtain is closing
Inlet open Turns on when the inlet is opening
Inlet close Turns on when the inlet closing
Fan stage 1-8 Turns on when fan stage 1-8 is ON
Heaters 1-2 Turns on when heater 1-2 is ON
About Passwords
Passwords are used to restrict access to certain menus and avoid anybody tampering with your parame-
ter settings.
Installer password
By default, the installer password is set to 06-01-00. The installer mode gives access to all functions of
the controller menus. By default, the controller returns to user mode after 15 minutes of inactivity. The
installer can return to user mode anytime by entering the user password. The installer password can be
modified.
User 1 password
The user mode gives access to the basic functions of the controller menus. By default, this password is
set to 01-02-03. Note that some menus are not accessible in user mode. The user password cannot be
modified. The controller automatically returns to user mode after 15 minutes of inactivity.
Entering a Password
Entering a password enables you to modify certain parameter values and control the settings for your
installation.
1. Using the menu select arrows, navigate to the User menu, then select Password and then User
Level.
2. Press on the right arrow key to enter a password.
The first set of two numbers flashes on the display.
3. Press on the edit key, and then use the arrow keys to set the number.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the second and third set of numbers.
5. Once all three sets are done, press on the right arrow key to validate the complete password.
NOTE: If the password entered is incorrect, Wrong Password is displayed on screen.
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Modifying Installer Passwords
Modifying the installer password can help you manage the actions performed on your controller as well as
the parameter value modifications.
1. Using the menu select arrows, navigate to the User menu, then select Password and then
Installer.
2. Set the installer password.
NOTE: The password 1-2-3 is reserved for the user mode. Do not use the same sequence for the
installer password.
NOTE: Choose an easy to remember password and write it down in a safe place.
Adjusting the LCD Contrast
1. Using the menu select arrows, navigate to User→LCD Contrast.
2. Press on the Edit key, and then use the arrow keys to adjust the LCD contrast to your desired value.
3. Press on the Edit key.
Enabling a Temperature Probe and Other Probes
To enable a temperature probe, proceed as follows:
1. Using the menu select arrow keys, navigate to User→Temp Probes.
2. Enable the desired temperature probes.
A checkmark is displayed below an enabled probe.
To enable an other type of probe, proceed as follows:
3. Using the menu select arrow keys, navigate to User→Other Probes.
4. Set the probes you want to activate to Yes using the arrow keys.
Choosing Units of Measure
Using the menu select arrows, navigate to User→Units.
Set the following parameters:
Time display AM/PM or 24 hours
Temperature units Celsius (Deg C) or Fahrenheit (Deg F)
Water display Gallons or liters
Static pressure Inches of water (“WC) or Pascal (Pa)
Setting the Relative Humidity Parameters
The controller offers different ways to compensate for high and low relative humidity (RH) levels in the
barn. This section shows how to enable the desired RH compensation functions. Refer to chapter 9 of
this manual to get more information about each of these compensation methods.
1. Using the menu select keys, navigate to User→RH Compensation
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NOTE: This menu is accessible if the humidity probe is enabled.
2. Set the following parameters:
Minimum
ventila-
tion
The controller can compensate for high humidity levels by increasing the minimum ventilation
intensity. Select Yes to use this compensation method
Heater The controller can compensate for high humidity levels by activating heating outputs in timer
mode. Select Yes to use this compensation method
Mist
shutoff
The controller can deactivate the misting output when humidity levels are too high. Select Yes
to use this compensation method. *This applies to cooling stage and to fan stage 3-8 relays
that are configured in timer mode
Mist on
low % RH
The controller can activate misting outputs when humidity levels are too low. Select Yes to use
this compensation method
Setting the Daytime and Nighttime Parameters
The controller allows you to set different temperature setpoints and different minimum ventilation settings
during the night and during the day.
1. Using the menu select arrow keys, navigate to User→Day / Night.
2. Set the following parameters:
Night Setpoint Select Yes to use a different target temperature at night; select No to dis-
able this function.
Night Minimum Ventilation Select Yes to change the minimum ventilation fan speed at night; select No
to disable this function.
Day Time Set the time at which day settings begin. *Accessible if a night function is
enabled above.
Night Time Set the time at which night settings begin. *Accessible if a night function is
enabled above.
Transition If the night set point is enabled above, a transition is made from one set
point to the other. Set this transition time to the desired value.
Configuring the Installation
Configuring the installation allows you to customize the controller for your particular application. It shows
how to enable and set the outputs of your controller. Normally, this setup needs to be done only once.
1. Using the menu select arrows, navigate to User→Installation.
2. Set the following parameters:
Number of feeders Enable the proper number of feeders (0 to 4 feeders)
Number of heater
stages
Enable the proper number of heating stages (0 to 2 stages)
Use HI fire Select Yes to activate the heating output Hi fire option. This function allows to acti-
vate additional heater outputs
Number of fan stages Enable the proper number of fan stages (3 to 8 stages)
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Number of variable
outputs
Enable the proper number of variable outputs (1 or 2 outputs)
Number of clock
outputs
Enable the proper number of clock outputs ( 0 to 2 clock outputs)
Number of clock
cycles
If clock outputs are enabled, select how many timer cycles are being used by each
output (0 to 24 cycles)
0-10V outputs Select the number of 0-10V outputs in use (0 to 2 outputs). * If the 0-10V brooder
is enabled below, the second 0-10V output will automatically be used to control the
brooder heater
0-10V output signal Select the signal used by each 0-10V output (0-10V or 10-0V)
0-10V output use Select the function of each 0-10V output (Ventilation or heating)
Use inlet? Select Yes to enable the air inlet
Use inlet with Select Pot if the inlet opening is defined by a potentiometer or select Time to con-
trol it with a timer. *This parameter is accessible if the air inlet is enabled above
Use over opening A supplementary stage can be defined in order to continue opening the air inlet
beyond the activation temperature of the last ventilation stage. This overopening
stage is used to direct the airflow more efficiently during periods of warm weather.
Select Yes to enable the inlet overopening function or select No to disable it. *This
parameter is accessible if the air inlet is enabled above
Move in 1 step The air inlet can either reach its over-opening position instantaneously when the
room temperature reaches a certain point or it can reach its over-opening position
gradually as the room temperature departs from the start temperature of the last
fan stage. Select Yes to use the instant opening mode or select No to use the pro-
gressive opening mode. Note that either case, the inlet reaches its full over-open-
ing position at : On T° of the last fan stage + Over-Opening bandwidth *This
parameter is accessible if the over-opening function is enabled above
Use tunnel? The controller can control one tunnel curtain output. Select “Yes” to enable this
output
Tunnel open as The controller can either display the tunnel openings as time values (in seconds)
or as positions (in %). Select the desired display mode
Use brooder Select Yes to enable a brooder heater
Follow setPt
(Brooder)
Select Yes if the operating temperatures of the brooder heater follow the same var-
iations as the main temperature set points or select No if they are set as absolute
values
Brooder mode Select the type of output that is used to control the brooder heater: relay or 0-10V
output. If the brooder uses a 0-10V output, it must be connected to 0-10V output
#2; if it uses a relay, select the proper relay in the relay assignment menu
Use HI fire Select Yes to activate the brooder Hi fire option. This function allows activation of
additional brooder outputs
Use interlock? Select Yes if you want the tunnel curtain to close while the heater stages or the
brooder heater is on
Use cooling? The controller can control one cooling output. Select Yes to enable this output
Use stir fan? The controller can control one stir fan output. Select Yes to enable this output
Use soaking? The controller can control one soaking output. Select Yes to enable this output
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Variable speed fan
minimum speed
Set the minimum fan speed of each variable fan outputs for stages 2 and above
(this speed does not apply to the minimum ventilation cycles). *This parameter is
accessible if the variable outputs are enabled above
Motor curve The relationship between the voltage supplied to a motor and its operating speed
is described by a motor curve. This curve varies with the make and capacity of the
motor. To ensure that the controller supplies the correct voltages, an appropriate
curve must be selected according to the type of fan motors used. The table on the
back of the installation guide enclosed with your controller gives the motor curves
used by the different type of fans. Set this curve separately for each variable
output in use
Use outdoor tempera-
ture compensation on
variable stages 1 and
2?
Select Yes to use the outside temperature compensation function to influence the
bandwidth of variable fan outputs. *This parameter is accessible if the outside tem-
perature sensor is enabled
Use De-Icing? Select Yes to enable de-icing
Digit display Select the information to be displayed on the red LED display: T° average temper-
ature, SP static pressure, T°/SP avg temperature & static pressure, T°/I1 avg tem-
perature & inlet position, SP/I1 static pressure & inlet position
Assigning Probes to Outputs
Most of the controller outputs operate according to the average temperature in the room. You must assign
the temperature probes to measure the room temperature.
Before You Begin
NOTE: A password is required to access this menu.
NOTE: Only the outputs that have been enabled are available.
1. Using the menu select arrow keys, navigate to Probe Settings, and then select the desired output:
• Heater 1–2
• Brooder heater
• 0-10V output 1-2
• Inlet
• Cooling
2. Select the probes that are to be used to control the selected output.
NOTE: Only the activated probes are displayed.
Assigning Probes to Monitor Ambient Temperature
Most of the controller outputs operate according to the average temperature in the room. You must assign
the temperature probes to measure the room temperature.
1. Using the menu select arrow keys, navigate to Ambient Temperature.
2. Press on the down arrow key to select the desired probe.
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