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M 890-00515 rev.04
REV.04
PRO-VISION
Temperature controller
User’s Manual
Main Menu
Current conditions
Set Point
Minimu m ventilation
On/Off Settings
Inlets/Vents
Start flock / Egg
Light Programs
Alarms
History
Set-up

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WARNINGS
The warranty can be void if this product is used in a manner
not specified by the manufacturer.
Every effort has been made to ensure that this manual is
complete, accurate and up-to-date. The information con-
tained in it is however subject to change without notice
due to further developments.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................5
1.1. Precautions .....................................................5
1.2. Symbols of the Manual .....................................5
1.3. Controller’s Overview .......................................5
1.4. Main Features..................................................6
2. MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................6
2.1. Installing the Controller on the Wall ....................6
2.2. Connections ....................................................6
2.2.1. Main Wiring .............................................. 6
2.2.2. Alarm Connection ...................................... 7
2.2.3. Sensor Inputs ............................................ 7
2.2.4. 0-10V Output Connection ........................... 7
3. USER INTERFACE .................................................7
3.1. Location of the Controls....................................7
3.2. Adjusting a Parameter.......................................7
4. INSTALLATION SETUP..........................................8
4.1. Setting the Time & Date ...................................8
4.2. Password .......................................................8
4.2.1. Entering a Password ................................... 8
4.2.2. Changing / Retrieving a Password ................ 8
4.3. Controller Programs & Copy/Paste Function.........9
4.4. Set-up Menu....................................................9
4.5. Sensor Assignment ........................................12
4.5.1. Assigning the Sensors .............................. 12
4.5.2. Selecting the Attic Sensor......................... 13
4.5.3. Egg Room Sensors ................................... 13
4.5.4. Main Breaker Sensor................................. 13
4.6. Calibrating the Inputs......................................13
4.7. Relays ..........................................................13
4.7.1. Relay Assignment .................................... 13
4.7.2. Relays with Current Sensors...................... 14
4.8. Non-Brood Zones & Clean Mode.......................14
4.9. Test Mode.....................................................15
4.10. Version .........................................................15
5. SET POINTS.......................................................16
5.1. Temperature & RH Set Points ..........................16
5.2. Set Point Ramp..............................................16
6. VENTILATION & COOLING ..................................17
6.1. Overview of the Ventilation Concepts...............17
6.2. Minimum Ventilation ......................................18
6.2.1. Minimum Ventilation Timer........................ 18
6.2.2. Min Ventilation Timer Ramp....................... 18
6.2.3. Minimum Ventilation Fans ......................... 18
6.2.3.1. Fan Selection.................................... 18
6.2.3.2. Fan Cycling ...................................... 18
6.2.4. Air Intake in Min Ventilation ...................... 19
6.3. Lateral Ventilation ..........................................21
6.3.1. Lateral Ventilation Fans ............................ 21
6.3.2. Air Intake in Lateral Vent........................... 21
6.4. Natural Ventilation..........................................23
6.5. Tunnel Ventilation ..........................................24
6.5.1. Principle of Operation ............................... 24
6.5.2. Tunnel Ventilation in Standby .................... 24
6.5.3. Tunnel Fans............................................. 24
6.5.4. Tunnel Inlets............................................ 25
6.5.4.1. Temperature-based Tunnel Inlet ......... 25
6.5.4.2. Pressure-based Tunnel Inlets.............. 25
6.6. Cooling Outputs.............................................26
6.7. Stir Fans .......................................................27
7. HEATING...........................................................28
8. LIGHTS .............................................................29
8.1. Principle of Operation .....................................29
8.2. Settings ........................................................29
8.2.1. Light Program Settings.............................. 29
8.2.2. Light Peak Settings................................... 30
9. TIME CLOCKS ...................................................30
9.1. Clocks in a Broiler or Turkey Facility .................30
9.2. Clocks in a Breeder Facility..............................31
10. WATER LINE FLUSH ...........................................32
11. EGG ROOM OUTPUTS ........................................33
12. RELATIVE HUMIDITY (RH) COMPENSATION..........34
12.1. High RH Comp.on the Min Vent. Timer .............34
12.2. High RH Compensation with the Heaters...........34
12.3. RH Compensation with the Cooling Outputs ......35

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13. ALARMS ...........................................................36
13.1. Alarm Log .....................................................36
13.2. Temperature Alarms .......................................36
13.2.1. Critical Temperature Ramp ........................ 37
13.2.2. Static Pressure Alarms............................. 37
13.2.3. Water Spill Alarm ..................................... 38
13.2.4. Feeder Alarm ........................................... 38
13.2.5. Amperage Draw Alarm ............................. 38
13.2.6. 0-10V Output Error .................................. 38
14. MONITORING FUNCTIONS ..................................39
14.1. Current Conditions .........................................39
14.1.1. Current Condition Screen Saver ................. 39
14.1.2. Current Input/Output Status ...................... 39
14.2. History Menus ...............................................40
14.3. Animal Age & Count.......................................40
14.4. Egg Count.....................................................41
14.5. Operation Costs & Current Consumption...........41
15. UPDATE & BACKUP............................................41
16. DIAGNOSTIC .....................................................42
17. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..............................43
18. INDEX ...............................................................44

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1.3. Controller’s Overview
The PRO-VISION is an electronic device used
for environmental control in livestock build-
ings. It combines sidewall, natural and tunnel
ventilation into one powerful system.
OUTPUTS — The PRO-VISION can control
up to 128 relays located in external relay
panels. These relays can be used to control
the following outputs:
32 heaters;
16 hi-fire heaters;
5 lateral fans;
20 tunnel fans;
1 stir fan;
6 cooling outputs;
2 tunnel inlets;
2 natural ventilation curtains;
1 sidewall vent;
1 attic vent;
8 time clocks;
2 light outputs (0-10V);
8 water line flushing outputs;
1 egg room heater;
1 egg room cooling output;
1 egg room humidity output;
1 alarm output;
1 backup relay;
4 feeder cut-off relays.
BUILT-IN INPUTS:
32 inside temperature sensors (8 basic
temperature inputs & up to 24 additional
inputs with the expansion cards);
1 outside temperature sensor;
1 relative humidity sensor;
1 static pressure sensor;
1 NH3sensor;
1 wind speed sensor;
4 feeder monitoring inputs;
2 water meters.
Refer to the end of this manual to con-
nect the sensors and loads.
INTRODUCTION1.
Precautions1.1.
WARNING: Read and save these in-
structions!
Safety may be jeopardized if the equipment is
used in a manner not specified by the manu-
facturer. Carefully read and keep the following
instructions for future reference.
We strongly recommend installing supplemen-
tary natural ventilation as well as a backup
thermostat on at least one cooling stage.
Although fuses at the input and outputs of
the controller protect its circuits in case of
an overload or over-voltage, we recommend
installing an additional protection device on
the controller’s supply circuit.
The room temperature where the controller
is located must always remain between 32°F
and 104°F (0°C to 40°C). Indoor use only!
To avoid exposing the controller to harmful
gases or excessive humidity, it is preferable
to install it in a corridor.
If the equipment is used in a manner not
specified by the manufacturer, the protec-
tion provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
Do not spray water on the controller! In
order to clean the control, wipe it with a
damp cloth.
Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch
power off at service panel and lock the
switch disconnecting means to prevent
power from being switched accidentally.
When the service disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a
tag, to the service panel.
Symbols of the Manual1.2.
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.
Pay attention. The following text
contains very useful information.
Press on the proper menu selector.
Press the “Main Menu” push-button.
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 asso-
ciated with test and measurement
circuits. These terminals are not
for safety earthing purposes but
provide an earth reference point.
For Customer Use: Enter below the serial
number located on the side of the alarm
system and keep this information for future
reference.
Model: PRO-VISION
Serial number:
Date installed:

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Main Features1.4.
Easy-to-Use Controller — With its conve-
nient menu selectors and its large graphic
LCD screen, the PRO-VISION is certainly the
most easy-to-use temperature controller on
the market.
5 Controller Programs — The controller al-
lows using 5 different programs to control the
room temperature. It is thus possible to acti-
vate a specific program that uses particular
temperature settings according to the animal
age for instance.
32 Indoor Temperature Sensors — Up to
32 temperature sensors can be connected to
the controller to obtain an accurate reading
of the average room temperature and a faster
reaction time. The controller comes with 8
basic temperature inputs and 24 additional
inputs can be added with the optional exten-
sion cards.
Minimum Ventilation Cycle — When ven-
tilation is not required to reduce the room
temperature, fan outputs can run either con-
tinuously or intermittently to reduce humidity
levels and supply oxygen to the room.
Recuperation of the Warm Attic Air — In
order to make energy savings, the controller
can extract the warm air from the attic and
send it back into the room.
Tunnel Ventilation — When the room tem-
perature rises, tunnel ventilation reduces
the actual temperature perceived by the
animals.
Natural Ventilation — This is a ventilation
mode that uses existing air currents and
natural convection to move and distribute air
through the building.
Humidity Control — The control offers many
ways to compensate for high or low humid-
ity levels.
Control of the Air Inlet Movement — The
movement of the air inlets (sidewall vents
or tunnel inlets) can be coordinated with
the operation of the fans or according to
the pressure level. This allows the inlets to
be adjusted correctly, without the influence
of uncontrollable factors such as wind or air
from adjoining rooms.
Egg Room — In addition to controlling the
ambient temperature in the house, the PRO-
VISION can control the temperature and
humidity conditions in an egg room. It can
also keeps a tally of the number of eggs
produced each day.
Operation Cost Monitoring — The control-
ler can monitor the amperage draw of the
outputs and give you daily reports of the
operation costs.
History Menus — The history menus allow
monitoring the sensor readings and verify the
run time of some outputs. Below is a list of
all available histories menus:
Minimum and maximum sensor readings:
Ambient temperature ................400 days
Inside temperature sensors............ 7 days
Outside temperature sensor....... 400 days
Relative humidity sensor ...........400 days
2. MOUNTING INSTRUC-
TIONS
Installing the Controller2.1.
on the Wall
Fas ten the two metal bra ckets on th e mount-
ing holes located behind the controller using
four screws. Then, mount the enclosure on
the wall using four other screws. Leave a
clearance of at least 16” to the left of the
enclosure to allow the cover to be removed
for maintenance.
Static pressure sensor...............400 days
Heater run time ..........................400 days
Feeder run time ..........................400 days
Water consumption..................... 400 days
Mortality ...................................400 days
Alarm Management — The controller provides
alarms for high-low temperatures, defective
sensors and other system failures. It keeps in
memory the 75 latest alarm conditions.
Password Protection — Different passwords
levels can be enabled to restrict access to
some menus of the controller.
Backup Battery — A backup battery allows
the unit to keep time in case of a power
failure.
USB Connector — Controller backups and
updates can be made easily with a standard
USB memory card.
Overload and Over-voltage Protection — Re-
settable fuses are provided at low-voltage
inputs of the controller to protect its circuitry
in the case of an overload or over-voltage.
Computer Control — The controller can be
connected to a computer, thus making it
possible to centralize the management of
information and diversify control strategies.
Test Mode — A test mode allows simulat-
ing temperature changes and verifying the
controller‘s performances.
Connections2.2.
2.2.1. Main Wiring
Refer to the wiring diagram enclosed with this
user’s manual to connect the controller. Drill
holes at the bottom of the enclosure to pass
the wires and install watertight connectors to
prevent water from entering in the enclosure.
Do not make any holes at the side and top of
the enclosure.
All wiring must be done by an autho-
rized electrician and must comply with
applicable codes, laws and regulations.
Make sure power is off before doing any
wiring to avoid electrical shocks and
equipment damage.

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Do not install rigid conduit into electrical
knockouts. Only nylon cable glands are
permitted for cable or wire fastening.
The controller has no power-on switch.
An external switch or circuit breaker
shall be included in the building instal-
lation to interrupt power to L and N
electric power lines. It shall be in close
proximity to the equipment and within
easy reach of the operator. It shall be
marked as the disconnecting device for
the equipment.
Alarm Connection2.2.2.
There are two types of alarms on the market.
One type activates when current is cut off at its
input; the other type of alarm activates when
current is supplied at its input. For an alarm of
the first type, use the NC terminal as shown on
the wiring diagram. For an alarm of the second
type, use the NO terminal.
2.2.3. Sensor Inputs
Sensors operate at low voltage and are
isolated from the supply. Make sure that
sensor cables remain isolated from all high
voltage sources. In particular, do not route
the sensor cables through the same electri-
cal knockout as other cables. Do not connect
the shield from the sensor cable to a terminal
or a ground.
Extending a sensor: Each sensor can be ex-
tended up to 500 feet (150 meters).
To extend a sensor: Use a shielded cable of
outside diameter between 0.245 and 0.260 in
(6.22 and 6.60 mm) (the cable dimensions
should not be under 18 AWG) to ensure the
cable entry is liquid tight. Do not ground the
shielding.
It is preferable to solder the cable joint to
ensure a proper contact between the two
cables.
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Curre nt conditions
Set Point
Minimum v entilation
On/Off Settings
Inlets/Vents
Start flock / Egg
Light Progra ms
Alarms
Histor y
Set-up
MAIN
MENU
Menu
Selectors
Graphic
LCD
Display
Alarm
Status
LED
Home
Key
Back
button
Arrow keys
(Right = Page-Down
Left = Page-Up)
Adjustment
Buttons
Digital Keypad
+/-
AM/PM
Button
Delete
Do not run sensor cables next to other
power cables. When crossing over other
cables, cross at 90°.
Defective sensors: An alarm is generated
when a defective sensor is detected. Defec-
tive sensors are identified in the “Alarm”
menu. Refer to chapter 13 for further
information on the alarms.
2.2.4. 0-10V Output Connection
It is recommended to use a 18 to 22 AWG
wire to connect the devices to the 0-10V
outputs. This type of output can be used to
connect various devices such as lights.
3. USER INTERFACE
3.1. Location of the Controls
Graphic LCD display — The large graphic
LCD screen is used to display the parameters
and menus.
Menu selectors — The menu selectors allow
selecting a tab on screen.
Home key — This short-cut key provides ac-
cess to the main menu.
Back — The “Back” key is used to go back to
the previous menu.
Arrow keys — The arrow keys allow select-
ing a parameter on screen. The right and
left arrow keys can also be used to move
through the display by pages (left=page-up,
right=page-down).
Enter — The “Enter” key is used to change
the value of non-numerical parameters.
Pressing this key makes a drop-down choice
menu appear.
Adjustment buttons — The adjustment but-
tons allow increasing or decreasing the value
of a parameter.
Delete — The delete key allows
clearing the last digit that has
been posted while editing a
numerical value.
+/- & AM/PM button — This
push-button allows entering
a negative value and allows
changing the AM/PM time in-
dicator.
D i g i t a l key p a d — The digital key-
pad is used to modify the value
of numerical parameters.
Alarm Status LED — The alarm
LED turns red when an alarm
situation is active or turns green
when there is no alarm.
3.2. Adjusting a Parameter
When a parameter is selected, the control-
ler gives indications about the way it can
be modified at the bottom of the screen. A
parameter can either be modified with the
adjustment buttons, with the digital keypad or
by pressing the “Enter” key and then selecting
an item from a drop-down menu. Follow the
instructions on screen to modify the value
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INSTALLATION SETUP4.
4.1. Setting the Time & Date
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set-up
Time & Date
*A complete-access password may be required to
access this menu (see sec. 4.2.1).
Time & Date
Tue Jan 1 20XX
11:59:59 a m
To modify use
Each of the following parameters must
be set in turn.
Press2. “Enter” to start editing the
month.
Use the navigation buttons to select the3.
current month from the scrolling list.
Press4. “Enter” to continue.
Th e day is now sele cted. Use the adjust-5.
ment buttons or the numerical keypad
to change the current day.
Press6. “Enter” to continue.
The year is now selected. Use the +/-7.
push-buttons or the numerical keypad
to change the current year.
Press8. “Enter” to continue.
The time is now selected. Use the nu-9.
merical keypad to set the time of day
and use the AM/PM key to change the
time indicator (if required).
Press10. “Enter” to validate the time and
date.
4.2. Password
The controller can identify 6 users that are
having different privilege levels. Below is a list
of possible privileges:
History — This privilege provides access to all
read-only menus such as the “Current Condi-
tions”, “A l a r m” & “History” menus. This level
of privilege is automatically selected after
5 minutes of inactivity.
Settings — This privilege provides access to
all menus except for the “Set-up” menu.
All — This password provides complete ac-
cess to all menus of the controller.
Using password security is optional. Re-
fer to the Set-up menu to enable/disable
this protection (see section 4.4).
Entering a Password4.2.1.
If the password protection is used, the con-
troller will prompt for a password each time a
user that does not have the proper privileges
tries accessing a protected menu. Refer to
section 4.4 to enable or disable the password
protection.
Please enter password
****
Type in your 4-digit password.1.
The message “Wrong Password” is dis-
played either if the posted password is
incorrect or if the privileges associated
with it are not sufficient to access the
protected menu.
4.2.2. Changing / Retrieving a
Password
A user that has complete access to the con-
troller can view and modify the passwords
and privileges of all users.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set-up
* * Password
*A complete-access password may be required to
access this menu (see sec. 4.2.1).
* * This menu is accessible if the password protec-
tion is enabled in the Set-up menu (see sec. 4.4).
Passwords
To modify use
Security
User 1
User 2
User 3
User 4
User 5
Master
Cur. user User 1
Level
Level
Level
Level
Level
History
1111
2222
3333
4444
5555
0610
All
Settings
History
History
History
Set the following parameters:2.
Security — Select the level of privileges that
must be selected after 5 minutes of inactivity
(history, settings or all).
Cur. user — This is user currently logged in
(for information only).
User 1-6 — Set the password of each user.
Choose easy-to-remember passwords
and write them down in a safe place!
Master — Set the master password. This
user automatically has complete access to
all menus of the controller.
Level — Assign the desired level of privileges
to each user. *NB. The Master user automatically
has complete access to all menus.

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Copying & Pasting Programs:
Use the copy-paste function to duplicate all
parameter settings of a program onto another
program. This avoids repeating the same pro-
gramming sequence several times.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set-up
* * Copy/Paste
* A complete-access password may be required to
access this menu (see sec. 4.2.1).
* * Accessible if more than 1 program is enabled in
the Set-up menu (see section 4.4).
Copy/Paste
To Modify Press
Copy Program 1
Confirm No
Paste to Pr o gr a m 1
Set the following parameters:2.
Copy — Select the program that must be
duplicated.
Paste to — Select the program on which the
copied program will be pasted.
Confirm — Select “Yes” to start the copying
process. The message “Copy in progress” is dis-
played. Wait until the data transfer is over.
4.3. Controller Programs &
Copy/Paste Function
Program definition: A programs is an assem-
bly of settings (temperature settings, relay
assignment, sensor assignment, etc.) that
can be enabled at different moment of the
breeding process. In all, the controller can
use 5 different programs.
Refer to the Set-up menu to enable
the desired number of programs (sec-
tion 4.4).
Make sure the right program is selected
before adjusting any parameter.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Start Flock
* A password may be required to access this menu
(see section 4.2.1).
Start flock
To modify use -
Mortality
Loss (%)
Stat Flock
Age
Clean Mode
Remaining
Birds placed
Age
Program
New Mortality
Alarm low T°
0
0.00
No
10000
On
10000
10000
Program 1
0
No
Set the following parameters:2.
Program — Activate the desired controller
program. *Only the programs that are enabled in
the Set-up menu can be used (see section. 4.4).
4.4. Set-up Menu
The following section shows how to custom-
ize the controller for your particular applica-
tion. It shows how to enable and set the
inputs & outputs of your controller. Normally,
this setup needs to be done only once.
Hint: Use the right and left arrow keys
to scroll the display by pages (right =
page-down, left = page-up).
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set-up
* A complete-access password may be required to
access this menu (see sec. 4.2.1).
Relay
Assign Current
sensors
Sensor
Calib Update
Diagn
ostic
Time &
Date
Version
Pass
word
Test
mode
Copy/
Paste
To modify use -
Set-up
Contrast
Key beeper tone
Language
Controller used for
Time mode
Temperature Unit
Use static pressure sensor?
Pressure Unit
Use relative humidity sensor?
Use RH min vent. compensation?
Use outside T° sensor?
Use critical alarm?
Number of programs
...
100 %
100 %
English
Breeder
AM/PM
°F
Yes
"WC
No
No
No
Yes
3
...
Set the following parameters:2.
Contrast — Adjust the contrast of the LCD
screen.
Key beeper tone — Adjust the volume of the
keypad beeper.
Language — Select the desired language
(English or Spanish).
Hint! Press and hold the main menu
button for 5 seconds to switch from a
language to the other.
Controller used for — The conroller can
either be used in a breeder, broiler or turkey
production facility. The breeder facility gives
you access to additional parameters to moni-
tor an egg room and the turkey option gives
you access to the natural ventilation mode
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Temperature unit — Select the desired tem-
perature units (Celsius or Fahrenheit)
Time mode— Select the desired time format
(AM/PM or 24 hours).
Use static pressure sensor — Select “Yes” if
a static pressure sensor is connected to the
controller.
Pressure unit — Select the desired pressure
units (inches of water (“WC) or Pascal (Pa)).
*This parameter is accessible if the static pressure
sensor is enabled above.
Use relative humidity (RH) sensor — Select
“Yes” if a humidity sensor is connected to the
controller. Note that if the controller operates
in a breeder facility, the RH sensor is used to
control the humidity level in the egg room;
if the controller is located in a broiler or in a
turkey facility, the RH sensor is used to con-
trol the humidity level in the house.
Use RH min vent compensation? — Select
“Yes” for the controller to adjust On Time
portion of minimum ventilation cycles as a
function of the relative humidity level. Re-
fer to section 12.1 for further information
about this RH compensation method. * This
parameter is accessible if the controller is used in
a broiler or turkey facility and if the RH sensor is
enabled above.
Use outside T° sensor — Select “Yes” if an
outside temperature sensor is connected to
the controller.
Use critical alarm? — Select “Yes” to enable
the critical temperature alarm condition.
*This parameter is common to all programs of the
controller.
Numbe r of progra m s — The controller can use
several programs to control the temperature.
Enable the desired number of programs (1 to
5 programs) * This parameter is common to all
programs of the controller.
Nu m b e r o f wa t e r m e t e r s — Enable the desired
number of water meters (0 to 2 meters).
*This parameter is common to all programs of the
controller.
Water meter unit — If a water meter is en-
abled above, select the desired unit of water
volume (gallons or liters). * This parameter is
common to all programs.
Number of time clocks — Enable the proper
number of time clocks (0 to 8 outputs).
Clock mode — The clock mode allows stop-
ping a time clock at a specific time of the day
(Start/Stop mode) or after a certain run time
(Start/Run mode). Select the desired operat-
ing mode of the time clocks. Note that the
“Start/Run” option allows stopping the outputs
with a little more precision since it allows
stopping them by the seconds (contrarily to
the “Start/Stop” mode which allows stopping
th em by the minutes). * T his parameter is acce s-
sible if at least 1 time clock is enabled above.
Number of temperature sensors — Select the
number of inside temperature sensors that
are connected to the controller. The control-
ler initially comes with 8 temperature inputs
and 24 additional inputs can be used with
the expansion cards (total of 32 sensors).
*This parameter is common to all programs of the
controller.
Use wind speed? — Select “Yes” if an an-
emometer is connected to the controller.
Use ammonia sensor? — Select “Yes” if an am-
monia sensor is connected to the controller.
Use water flush? — Select “Yes” to use the
water line flush. Refer to chapter 10 for fur-
ther information on this feature.
Number of natural curtains — Enable the de-
sired number of natural ventilation curtains (0
to 2 cur tains). *This parameter is accessible if the
controller is ued in a turkey production facility
Number of water lines — Select the number
of water line outputs in used (1 to 8 outputs).
Note that up to 2 water lines can be connect-
ed to eac h o u tput. * This parameter is accessible
if the water ush option is enabled above.
Number of heaters — Enable the proper num-
ber of heating outputs. If the controller is used
in a breeder or broiler production facility, the
number of heaters ranges from 1 to 16 and
can be doubled with the “Hi Fire” option; if
the controller is used in a turkey production
facility, the number of heaters ranges from
1 to 32.
Use heater RH compensation — Select “Yes”
for the controller to activate the heaters in
timer mode when the relative humidity level
is too high. Refer to section 12.2 for further
information about this RH compensation
method. * This parameter is accessible if the
controller is used in a broiler or turkey facility and
if at least 1 heater and relative humidity sensor are
enabled above. It is also common to all programs
of the controller.
Use hi fire heaters ? — Select “Yes” to enable
the hi fire option for the heating outputs.
This function allows doubling the number
of heating stages (refer to chapter 7 for
further information on this function). * This
parameter is common to all programs and is only
accessible if the controller is used in a breeder or
broiler facility.
Number of fans — Enable the proper number
of lateral fans (1 to 5 fans).
Number of tunnel fans — Enable the proper
number of tunnel fans (1 to 20 tunnel fans).
Number of coolings — Enab l e the proper num -
ber of cooling outputs (0 to 6 outputs).
RH shutoff cooling— Select “Yes” for the
controller to disable the cooling outputs when
th e humidit y level gets too high. R efer to sec-
Relay
Assign Current
sensors
Sensor
Calib Update
Diagn
ostic
Time &
Date
Version
Pass
word
Test
mode
Copy/
Paste
To modify use -
Set-up
...
Number of time clock
Number of T° sensors
Use wind speed?
Use ammonia sensor?
Use water flush?
Number of natural curatins
Number of heaters
Use hi fire heaters
Use heater RH compensation?
Number of fans
Number of tunnel fans
Number of coolings
RH shutoff cooling?
...
2
8
Yes
Yes
Yes
1
4
Yes
Yes
4
2
1
Yes
Relay
Assign Current
sensors
Sensor
Calib Update
Diagn
ostic
Time &
Date
Version
Pass
word
Test
mode
Copy/
Paste
To modify use -
Set-up
Contrast
Key beeper tone
Language
Controller used for
Time mode
Temperature Unit
Use static pressure sensor?
Pressure Unit
Use relative humidity sensor?
Use RH min vent. compensation?
Use outside T° sensor?
Use critical alarm?
Number of programs
Number of water meter
...
100 %
100 %
English
Breeder
AM/PM
°F
Yes
"WC
No
No
No
Yes
3
2
...

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Relay
Assign Current
sensors
Sensor
Calib Update
Diagn
ostic
Time &
Date
Version
Pass
word
Test
mode
Copy/
Paste
To modify use -
Set-up
...
Number of tunnel fans
Number of coolings
RH shutoff cooling?
Activate cooling on low RH?
Number of feeders
Use stir fan?
Stir fan base on
Use light?
Number of light program
Use sidewall vent?
Use tunnel inlet?
Number of tunnel inlet
Tunnel inlet mode
Use attic vent?
Use attic T° sensor
...
4
None
Yes
Yes
2
Yes
Temperature
Yes
4
Yes
Yes
1
S.P.
No
No
tion 12.3 for further information about this
RH compensation method. * This parameter
is accessible if the controller is used in a broiler or
turkey facility and if at least 1 cooling output and
relative humidity sensor are enabled above. It is also
common to all programs of the controller.
Activate cooling low RH — Select “Yes” for
the controller to activate the cooling outputs
when the humidity level gets too low. Refer to
section 12.3 for further information about this
RH compensation method. * This parameter is
accessible if the controller is used in a broiler or
turkey facility and if at least 1 cooling output and
relative humidity sensor are enabled above. It is also
common to all programs of the controller.
Number of feeders — The controller has
4 inputs that can be used to monitor the run
time of feeder motors. Enable the number of
feeders to be monitored (0 to 4 feeders).
Use stir fan? — Select “Yes” to enable the
stir fan output.
Stir fan base on — If the stir fan output is
enabled above, specify its operating mode:
select “Temp” if it operates within a certain
temperature range or select “MinV” if it only
operates in minimum ventilation (refer to
section 6.7 for further information on this
function).
Us e l ig ht? — Se l e ct “Yes” to enable the 0-10V
light output.
Num b e r of l i g h t p r o g ra m s — If the light output
is enabled above, select the desired number
of light programs (0 to 9 programs).
Use sidewall vent — Select “Yes” to enable
the sidewall vent output. * This parameter is
accessible if the static pressure sensor is enabled
above.
Use tunnel inlet — Select “Yes” to use a tun-
nel inlet.
Number of tunnel inlet — If the tunnel inlet
option is enabled above, select the number of
tunnel outputs in use (1 or 2 tunnel inlets).
Tunnel inlet mode — Tunnel inlets can either
move according to the level of static pressure
(S.P.) or according to the room temperature.
Select the desired operating mode. * This
parameter is accessible if at least 1 tunnel inlet is
enabled above.
Use attic vent? — Select “Yes” to enable the
attic vent output.
Use attic T° sensor? — Select “Yes” if a
temperature sensor is present in the attic.
*This parameter is accessible if the attic vent is
enabled above.
Use attic min vent. compens? — In order to
extract air from the attic, the controller can
increase the operating time of the fans, in
minimum ventilation, when temperature is
suitable in the attic. Select “Yes” to enable
this compensation function (refer to section
6.5 for further information on this function).
*This parameter is accessible if the attic sensor is
enabled above. It is also common to all programs
of the controller.
Vents pre-opening mode — The pre-opening
delay is used to pre-open the vents (sidewall
& attic vents) before activating the fans at the
startup of each minimum ventilation cycle.
The controller can use a steady pre-opening
delay or can set this delay automatically. Se-
lect “A u t o” to use an automatic pre-opening
delay or select “ Ma n .” to set the delay your-
self. * This parameter is accessible if the attic vent
or sidewall vent is enabled above.
Use min. vent. night on time ? — The con-
troller can use different minimum ventilation
timer at night. Select “Yes” to use particular
night settings.
Day s t a rts at — Set the time at which the day
timer starts being used in minimum ventila-
tion. * This parameter is accessible if the “Night
min. vent. on time” option is enabled above.
Night starts at — Set the time at which the
night ti me r st a rts being use d in minimum ven -
tilation. * This parameter is accessible if the “Night
min. vent. on time” option is enabled above.
Monitor breaker temperature — Select “Yes”
if a temperature sensors is used to monitor
the temperature of the main breaker. The
controller will set off an alarm if the reading
of this input gets higher than acceptable
temperature limit. *This parameter is common
to all programs of the controller.
Breaker sensor — If the breaker monitoring
function is enabled above, specify which of
the temperature sensors is used for this pur-
pose (sensor 1-8). * This parameter is common
to all programs of the controller.
Use password? — Select “Yes” to enable
the password protection or “No” to disable
it. * This parameter is common to all programs of
the controller.
Number of relays — Select the proper relay
panel or combination of relay panels in use:
1 RP-32, 1 RP-40, 1 RP-40 & RP-16, 2 RP-
32, 2 RP-40, 3 RP-32 or 3 RP-40, 4 RP-32.
*This parameter is common to all programs of the
controller.
Use current sensor? —Select “Yes” if at least
1 output uses a current sensor.
Approximative operation cost — The control -
ler can calculate the approximate operating
cost of the outputs that are using a current
sensor. Select the going rate per kilowatt-
hour.* This parameter is accessible the current
sensor is enabled above. It is also common to all
programs of the controller.
Relay
Assign Current
sensors
Sensor
Calib Update
Diagn
ostic
Time &
Date
Version
Pass
word
Test
mode
Copy/
Paste
To modify use -
Set-up
...
Use attic min vent. compens?
Pre-opening mode
Use min vent. night on time?
Day starts at
Night starts at
Monitor breaker temperature?
Breaker sensor
Use passwords?
Number of relays
Use current sensors?
Approx.operation cost
Fan voltage
Tun fan voltage
Communication speed
Current condition display
...
...
No
Man.
No
7:30 am
8:00 pm
Yes
Sensor 2
No
1 RP32
No
0.00 $/ K W H
120 V
120 V
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4.5. Sensor Assignment
The selection of sensors must be made
separately for each controller program
in use.
Assigning the Sensors4.5.1.
The controller outputs either run according to
the average reading of their own selection of
sensors or according to a pre-defined group of
sensors (such as the average temperature). The
table below gives a list of all outputs and tells
according to which selection of sensors each
one of them operates.
Outputs Selection of sensors
Heater 1-32
The selection of sensors
must be made separately
for each of these output.
Heat 1-16 Hi Fire
Cooling 1-6
Natural curtains 1-2
Egg room heater
Egg room cooling
Fans 1-5 In lateral ventilation,
these outputs operate
according to the “Aver-
age T°” sensor group. In
tunnel ventilation, they
operate according to the
sensors that are associ-
ated with the tunnel fan
output in use.
Stir Fan
Tunnel Fans 1-20
Non-brood zones: A non-brood zone is an
unused part of the house. This type of zone
is automatically created when a heater is only
being controlled by a selection of sensors that
are not used to measure the average room
temperature. Refer to section 4.8 for further
information about non-brood zones.
Select:1.
Main menu
* On / Off Settings
* A password may be required to access this menu
(see section 4.2.1).
A table showing all outputs in use is dis-2.
played. Select the desired output with the
arrow keys.
Time
clock
Water
flush
Average
Sensor
On/Off Settings
Heat 1
Heat 2
Heat 3
Fan 1
Fan 2
Fan 3
Fan 4
Tun 1
Tun 2
Tun 3
Tun 4
Tun 5
Cool 1
On Off Mode Fan shutoff
Items
To modify use -
Set Point : 75.0
60.0 63.5 Non brood
60.0 63.5
60.0 63.5
60.0 63.5
6 0.0 63.5 T i m er
60.0 63.5 Start side w all
60.0 63.5 Close attic
60.0 63.5 Start tunnel
60.0 63.5 Close sidewall
60.0 63.5
60.0 63.5
60.0 63.5
60.0 63.5
When an output is selected, the controller
displays a sensor assignment tab at the right
hand side of the screen (the tab is associated
with the chosen output). If the output oper-
ates according to a group of sensors, the tab
leads to the sensor assignment menu of the
group; if it operates according to its own se-
lection of sensors, the tab leads to the sensor
assignment menu of the chosen output.
Select the sensor assignment tab with the3.
menu selectors.
Average Sensor
To modify use
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
--- --- --- ---
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Use the +/- buttons to put a check mark in4.
the box of the temperature sensors that are
used to control the selected output (or that
forms the selected group of sensor).
Output voltage — Specify what voltage each
output uses: 108, 120 or 240 Volts.
Communication speed — The communication
speed provided by the controller depends on
the type of relay panels you are using. Using
the high-speed communication mode allows
connecting more relay panels and current
sensors without lowering the communica-
tion speed of the controller. Note that the
high-speed mode can only be used if your
application exclusively contains relay panels
with the “CS” technology (the letters “CS”
are written on the faceplate of a relay panel
that uses this technology). Select “High” if
your application only uses relay panels with
the “CS” technology or select “Low” if your
application contains 1 or more relay panels
that do not use this technology. *Refer to
chapter 16 to see the communication rate currently
being used by your controller.
Current condition display — Select what
information needs to be displayed on current
condition menu: select “A l l ” for the controller
to display all possible pieces of information
or select “W/O heat” or “W/O Prb,Heat” to re-
move the heater run time and/or the reading
of individual temperature sensors from the
current condition display. * This parameter is
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4.5.2. Selecting the Attic Sensor
If a temperature sensor is present in the attic,
please select which input number the attic
sensor uses.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Inlets / Vents
* * Attic Sensors
* This menu is accessible if at least 1 inlet is enabled
in the Set-up menu (see section 4.4). A password may
also be required to access it (see section 4.2.1).
* * This tab is accessible if the attic sensor input is
enabled in the Set-up menu (see section 4.4).
Attic Sensor
To modify use
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
--- --- --- --- --- --- ---
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Use the +/- buttons to put a check mark2.
in the box of the temperature sensor located
in the attic.
Egg Room Sensors4.5.3.
If it is used in a breeder facility, the control-
ler automatically enables an egg room and
controls up to 3 outputs in this room (heater,
cooling & humidity outputs). Each of these
outputs operates according to a specific
temperature sensor. Please refer to chapter
11 of this manual to specify which sensor is
used in the egg room.
Main Breaker Sensor4.5.4.
A temperature sensor can be used to moni-
tor the temperature of the main breaker. The
controller will set off an alarm whenever the
reading of this temperature input gets too
high. Refer to the Set-up menu in section
4.4 to select the temperature sensors used
for this purpose (if applicable).
4.6. Calibrating the Inputs
This section shows how to calibrate the reading
of the sensor inputs in order to obtain accurate
and uniform readings from all sensors. It also
shows how to calibrate the flow rate of the
water meters.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set-up
Sensor Calib.
* A complete-access password may be required to
access this menu (see sec. 4.2.1).
A table showing the calibration values of each
sensor input is displayed:
Sensor calibration
Temperature sensor 1
Temperature sensor 2
Temperature sensor 3
Outside temperature sensor
Static pressure sensor
Relative humidity sensor
Water meter 1
Water meter 2
Min am monia value
Max ammonia value
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.00
0.0
1gal/p
1gal/p
0 ppm
1000 ppm
To modify use -
If required, calibrate the reading of the2.
sensors. Note that the calibration settings are
common to all programs of the controller.
Use the +/- key to enter a negative
offset.
Te m pe r a t u re ( i n d o o r & ou t d o o r) — The reading
of the inside and outside temperature sensors
can be adjusted of ±10°F (±5.6 °C).
Static pressure sensor — The reading of the
static pressure sensor can be adjusted of
±0.10”WC (±25 Pa). *This parameter is acces-
sible if the static pressure sensor is enabled in the
Set-up menu (see section 4.4).
Relative humidity sensor — The reading of
humidity sensor can be adjusted of ±10%.
*This parameter is accessible if the RH sensor is
enabled in the Set-up menu (see section 4.4).
Water meter calibration — Specify the flow
rate of each water meter. It ranges from 1 to
100 gallons (or liters) per pulse. *This param-
eter is accessible if a water meter is enabled in the
Set-up menu (see section 4.4).
Min/max ammonia values— In order to use
the ammonia sensor, you must specify the
minimum and maximum ammonia levels that
can be detected by the sensor (in ppm). *This
parameter is accessible if the ammonia sensor is
enabled in the Set-up menu (see section 4.4).
4.7. Relays
Relay Assignment4.7.1.
The controller activates the loads by means
of external relay panels. In all, it can control
up to 128 relays. This section shows how to
specify the function of each relay. Please refer
to the wiring diagram enclosed with your relay
panel to connect the loads and to assign the
ID numbers of the panels.
A worksheet is available at the end of
this manual to write down the function
of each relay.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set-up
Relay Assign
* A complete-access password may be required to
access this menu (see sec. 4.2.1).
The function of each relay is diplayed.
Relay Assignment
Select an item and press
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Fan 1 Fan 2 Fan 2 Fan 3 Fan 4 Tun 1 Tun 2 Tun 3
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Heat HiFi1 Heat2 HiFi2 Heat3 HiFi3 Cool 1 Cool 2
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Cool 3 Cool 4 Stir SV-O SV-C AV-O AV-C TN-O
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
TN-C Clk 1 Clk 2 Clk 3 - - - -
Use the arrow keys to select the desired2.
relay number and then press “Enter” to change
its function. A table showing all possible
functions prompts on screen.
Relay 1 Assignment
Htr HiFi Fan Tun Feed Cool
Clk Flu Stir Light Bckup SW-O
SW-C TN-O TN-C AV-O AV-C Eg.Cool
Eg.Htr Eg.RH Off
Use the arrow keys to select the type of
output being controlled by the relay and then
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If the controller uses3.
many outputs of the same
type, choose the output
number from the drop-down
menu.
Proceed the same way4.
to assign a relay to each
output in use.
Below is a list of all possible relay func-
tions:
Htr
Htr 2
Htr 3
Htr 4
Relay Functions
Display Meaning
Htr Heater
Hi #x; #xx Hi Fire heater #x or Heater #x
(depending if your controller uses the
hi-re option or if it uses 32 relays).
Fan Fan
Tun Tunnel fan
Feed Feeder1
Cool Cooling output
Clk Time clock
Flu Water flush output
Stir Stir fan
Light On/Off light output
Bckup Backup device
SW-O2 /SW-C2Sidewall vent open/close relay
AV-O2 / AV-C2Attic vent open/close relay
TN-O2 / TN-C2Tunnel inlet open/close relay
Low SP Low pressure alarm device
Eg.Htr Egg room heater
Eg.Cool Egg room cooling output
Eg.RH Egg room humidity output
1. Feeder relays are used to stop the feeders when
a feeder run time alarm occurs. These relays are
normally closed (NC) relays which open when their
respective feeder exceeds a user-dened run time.
2. Some relays on the relay panels have specially
been designed to connect actuators (an actuator
relay has an “Open/Off/Close” marking instead
of an “On/Off” marking on the faceplate of the
panel). When actuators are connected to these
relays, their open and close relays can never be
activated at the same time.
4.7.2. Relays with Current Sensors
The controller can monitor the current flow on
each of its outputs. The following procedure
shows how to identify the outputs that are
using a current sensor.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set-up
* *Current sensors
* A complete-access password may be required to
access this menu (see sec. 4.2.1).
** This menu is accessible if a current sensor is
enabled in the Set-up menu (see section 4.4).
Relay current sensor assignment
To modify use
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
--- --- --- ---
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Use the +/- buttons to put a check mark2.
in the box of the relays that are using a cur-
rent sensor.
4.8. Non-Brood Zones &
Clean Mode
Definition of a Non-Brood Zone: A non-brood
zone is an unused part of the house. This type
of zone is automatically created when a heater
exclusively uses temperature sensors that
are not used to measure the average room
temperature. Non-brood zones are generally
not ventilated and only have some heaters to
ensure minimum heat.
Heaters in Non-Brood Zones: The operating
temperatures of the heaters in non-brood
zones are related to the “Non-Brood tem-
perature set point” rather than on the regular
temperature set point. This means that if the
non-brood temperature set point changes, the
operating temperatures of non-brood heat-
ers will be adjusted consequently. Refer to
section 5.1 to set the “Non-Brood temperature
set point”.
Definition of the Clean Mode: The clean mode
is used to interrupt regular operations of the
controller when the whole house is empty.
When this mode is enabled, the controller
simply provides a minimum level of heat in
the house; the heaters operate according to
their non-brood settings.
Low Temperature Alarms in Clean Mode: The
controller can sound an alarm if the tempera-
ture gets too low while it operates in clean
mode (or when the temperature gets too low
in an empty zone). Once it is enabled, refer
to section 13.2 to adjust the low temperature
limit.
Non-Brood ZoneBrood Zone
Temp.
Sensors
Heater
Heater
Fans Unused Fans
Unused Fans
Unused Fans
Heaters
Heaters
Temp.
Sensors
Temp.
Sensor
Figure: Heaters in Non-Brood Zones

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Temp.
Sensors
Heater
Unused FansUnused Fans
Unused Fans
Unused Fans
Clean Mode
Heaters Heater
Heaters
Temp.
Sensors
Temp.
Sensor
Select:1.
Main menu
* Start Flock
* A password may be required to access this menu
(see section 4.2.1).
Start flock
To modify use -
Mortality
Loss (%)
Stat Flock
Age
Clean Mode
Remaining
Birds placed
Age
Program
New Mortality
Alarm low T°?
0
0.00
No
1
On
10000
10000
Program 1
0
No
Set the following parameters:2.
Clea n M o d e — S e lec t “O n” to enable the clean
mode or select “Off ” to disable it.
Al a r m l ow T° — Selec t “Yes” for the controller
to set off a n a larm when the average tempera -
ture gets lower than the Non Brood Set Point
while the controller is in clean mode. *This
parameter is accessible if the clean mode is enabled
above or if an empty zone is used.
Figure: Heaters in Clean Mode
4.9. Test Mode
The test mode is used to simulate changes in
th e ambie nt temperature and ve rif y the control-
ler’s p e rfor man c e. Whe n the test is enable d, all
outputs of the controller operate according to
the simulated temperature. The test automati-
cally ends after 15 minutes of inactivity or if
the user deactivates it manually.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set-up
Test Mode
* A complete-access password may be required to
access this menu (see sec. 4.2.1).
Test Mode
Program
Temperature
Status
Stat.Pressure
Program 1
0.0
Off
0.00
Set the following parameters:2.
Program # — This is the program that is cur-
rently used by the controller. It is displayed for
information only. *Refer to section 4.3 to change
the program in use.
Status — Select “On” to enable the test mode
or select “Off ” to disable it.
Temperature — Set the simulated room tem-
perature to the desired value. * This parameter
is accessible if the test mode is enabled above.
Stat. Pressure — This is the current level of
static pressure. It is displayed for information
only and ca n not be modified manually. * This
parameter is accessible if the test mode is enabled
above and if a static pressure sensor is enabled in
the Set-up menu (see section 4.4).
4.10. Version
The version menu gives the version number
of the program used by the controller. This
piece of information is useful to get techni-
cal support.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set-up
Version
* A complete-access password may be required to
access this menu (see sec. 4.2.1).
Pro-vision
V X.X
Build no. XXXX
Released: Jan 1 200X

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SET POINTS5.
5.1. Temperature & RH Set
Points
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set Point
* A password may be required to access this menu
(see section 4.2.1).
The current temperature & relative humid-
ity (RH) set points are displayed along with
a graph of the temperature set point ramp.
Refer to section 5.2 for further information
about this ramp.
Set Point
Non brood
75.0
35.0
Ramping
Temperature
90.0
84.4
81.6
78.8
76.0
73.2
70.4
6 7.6
64.8
62.0
1 5 10 14 19 24 28 33 38 42 47 Age
Set Point
Ramping
RH Set Point 65
To modify use -
Set the following parameters:2.
Set Poi n t — T he Set Point is the target tempera-
ture in the room. The operating temperatures
of most outputs are based on this value,
which means that if the set point changes,
the start & stop temperatures of the outputs
are adjusted accordingly. Set the temperature
set point to the desired value. Also note that
if the set point ramp is enabled, the controller
automatically defines this value as a function
of the animal age (see section 5.2). * This
parameter is common to all programs.
Non b r o o d — Set the target temperature used
in the non-brood zones. *Refer to section 4.8 for
further information about non brood zones.
R H S e t P o i n t — The relative humidity (RH) set
point is the target level of relative humidity
in the room. It is only used if the controller
is used in a broiler or turkey facility. If the
humidity level in the room gets higher than
th is set point, the contro l l e r can e nable dif fer-
ent compensation functions to lower it down
(see chapter 12). Set the relative humidity set
point to the desired value. * This parameter is
accessible if the controller is used in a broiler or
turkey facility. Refer to the Set-up menu to select the
type of facility (breeder, broiler or turkey).
5.2. Set Point Ramp
The controller can automatically adjust the
temperature set point over time with a ramp.
The set point ramp is composed of 12 steps
and each step associates a temperature set
point with an animal age. Once the ramp is
enabled, the controller changes the tempera-
ture set point every hour in a linear fashion
between consecutive steps of the ramp.
When it reaches the last step, the controller
keeps using the last temperature set point
until the end of the flock.
Temperature
90.0
8 7. 2
84.4
81.6
78.8
76.0
73.2
70.4
6 7.6
64.8
62.0
1 5 10 14 19 24 28 33 38 42 47 Age
Temperature
Set Point Ramp
Select:1.
Main menu
* Set Point
Ramping
* A password may be required to access this menu
(see section 4.2.1).
Ramping Status: OFF
To modify use -
Age SetPoint
1 90.0°F
7 85.0°F
10 80.0°F
15 78.0°F
21 72.0°F
25 70.0°F
28 68.0°F
32 66.0°F
36 64.0°F
40 62.0°F
46 62.0°F
47 62.0°F
Set the following parameters.2. * The param-
eters below are common to all programs.
Ramping Status — This is the status of the
set point ramp. Select “On” to enable it or
select “Off ” to disable it.
Ag e — Set the age at which each step starts.
This parameter ranges from -5 to 450 days
(negative values are used to prepare the
house before letting the animals in).
Temperature — Assign a temperature set
point with each step of the ramp. If you don’t
need 12 different steps, repeat the last tem-
perature for each unnecessary step.

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VENTILATION & COOLING6.
6.1. Overview of the Ventilation Concepts
Minimum Vent. Lateral Mode Tunnel ModeTransition (opt.)
“ON T°”
of the first
lateral fan
Startup of the
tunnel fan labeled
“Start Tunnel”
(see sec. 6.5.3).
Startup of the
tunnel fan labeled
“Close sidewall”
(see sec. 6.5.3).
In minimum ventilation, the fans that are
used to ensure a minimum ventilation run in
timer mode and the vents (sidewall and/or
attic) slightly open prior to each activation
of the fans.
In lateral mode, ventilation is provided by
chosen sidewall fans and the air intake is
provided by the sidewall and/or attic vents.
In tunnel mode, ventilation is provided by
chosen tunnel fans and the air intake is
exclusively provided by the tunnel inlet (the
sidewall vents are closed). The controller
starts measuring the average temperature
according to the tunnel sensors and starts
using the tunnel inlet static pressure limits
and alarm limits.
As the room temperature rises, the control-
ler can start opening the tunnel inlet before
closing the sidewall vents in order to create
a smooth transition between lateral & tunnel
ventilation. This transition is optional.
Minimum Vent. (opt.) Lateral Mode (opt.) Tunnel Mode (opt.)Natural Mode
“ON T°”
of the first
lateral fan
Startup of the first
natural ventilation
curtain (see sec.
6.5.3).
Startup of the
tunnel fan labeled
“Start Tunnel” (see
sec. 6.5.3).
In minimum ventilation, the fans that are
used to ensure a minimum ventilation run in
timer mode and the vents (sidewall and/or
attic) slightly open prior to each activation
of the fans. This ventilation mode is optional
in a turkey facilty.
In lateral mode, ventilation is provided by
chosen sidewall fans and the air intake is
provided by the sidewall and/or attic vents.
This ventilation mode is optional in a turkey
facilty.
In tunnel mode, ventilation is provided by
chosen tunnel fans and the air intake is
exclusively provided by the tunnel inlet (the
sidewall vents & natural curtains are closed).
The controller starts measuring the average
temperature according to the tunnel sensors
and starts using the tunnel inlet static pres-
sure limits and alarm limits. This ventilation
mode is optional in a turkey facilty.
In natural ventilation, no fan is running and
the air intake is provided by the natural ven-
tilation curtain and by the tunnel inlet (if a
tunnel inlet is used).
Ventilation Concept in a Breeder or Broiler Facility Ventilation Concept in a Turkey Facility

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6.2. Minimum Ventilation
Minimum ventilation cycles are activated
when the room temperature is lower than the
start temperature of the first fan stage. Run-
ning the fans even though ventilation is not
required for reducing the room temperature
is useful to reduce humidity levels and supply
oxygen to the room. It also prevents the fans
from freezing in winter.
Minimum ventilation can only be used
if at least 1 fan output is enabled in the
Set-up menu (see section 4.4).
Minimum Ventilation Timer6.2.1.
The minimum ventilation timer is composed of
an “On Time” and of a “Cycle Time”. The fans
run during the “On Time” and then stop until
the end of the “Cycle Time”. This timer is com -
mon to all programs of the controller.
Min.Vent
Fan Status
ON
OFF
Time
ON Time
Cycle Time
Minimum
Ventilation Timer
Automatic adjustment of the minimum venti-
lation timer as a function of relative humidity:
The controller can automatically increase the
“On Time” portion of the minimum ventilation
timer as the humidity level increases. Refer
to section 12.1 for further information about
this RH compensation function.
The controller can automatically extend
the cycle time in order to pre-open the
vents.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Minimum Ventilation
* A password may be required to access this menu
(see section 4.2.1).
The minimum ventilation timer is displayed
along with the On Time Ramping graph. Refer
to section 6.2.2 for further information about
this ramp.
Set the following parameters:2.
On Time Night On
Cycle
0:15 M:S 0:15 M:S
5:00 M:S
Ramping
3:05
2:48
2:31
2:14
1:57
1:40
1:23
1:06
0:49
0:32
0:15
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 AGE
Minimu m ventilation
ON TIME
On T i m e — S et the “On Time” of the minimum
ventilation timer. Note that if the minimum
ventilation ramp is enabled, the controller
automatically defines this value as a function
of the animal age (see section 6.2.2).
Cycle — Set the cycle time of the minimum
ventilation timer. Note that the cycle time
must be longer than the “On Time”.
Night On — Set the “On Time” of the minimum
ventilation night timer. If the “On Time Ramping”
function is used, the controller automatically
defines this value as a function of animal age.
6.2.2. Min Ventilation Timer Ramp
The controller can automatically adjust the
“On Time” portion of the minimum ventilation
timer with time. The minimum ventilation
ramp is composed of 12 steps and each step
associates an On Time with an animal age.
Once the ramp is enabled, the controller
changes “On Time” portion of the minimum
ventilation cycles every hour in a linear fash-
ion between consecutive steps of the ramp.
When it reaches the last step, the controller
keeps using the last “On Time” until the end
of the flock.
Night Ramp: The minimum ventilation ramp
can be configured differently for nighttime.
Refer to the Set-up menu to enable or disable
the night settings (see section 4.4).
Select:1.
Main menu
* Minimum Ventilation
Ramping
* A password may be required to access this menu
(see section 4.2.1).
Set the following parameters.2. *The param-
eters below are common to all programs.
Ramping Status — This is the status of the
minimum ventilation ramp. Select “On” to
enable it or select “Off ” to disable it.
Ag e — Set the age at which each step starts.
This parameter ranges from -5 to 450 days
(negative values are used to prepare the
house before letting the animals in).
On — Assign a minimum ventilation “On Time”
with each step of the ramp. If you don’t need
12 different steps, repeat the last “On Time”
for each unnecessary step.
Night On — If a different night ramp is used,
assign a night “On Time” for each step of the
curve. If you don’t need 12 different steps,
repeat the last “On Time” for each unneces-
sary step. * This parameter is accessible if the
“Night Min. Vent.” option is enabled in the Set-up
menu (see section 4.4).
Minimum Ventilation Fans6.2.3.
Fan Selection6.2.3.1.
The minimum ventilation cycles are ensured
by a user-defined selection of fans and/or
tunnel fans. In order to identify a fan/tunnel
fan that is used in minimum ventilation, set
its operating mode to “Timer” or “Tmr, clo at-
tic” in the “On/Off Settings” menu. Refer to the
lateral or tunnel fan sections of this manual to
assign these fan operating modes (sections
6.5.1 & 6.5.3).
6.2.3.2. Fan Cycling
In minimum ventilation, the controller can
make a rotation of the fans selection between
consecutive cycles. This rotation allows run-
ning the fan motors evenly and regularly. In
order to use fan cycling, you must specify
how many fans must be activated simulta-
neously and specify after how many cycles
they must switch.
Here is an example of fan cycling with 4 fans.
In this example 2 fans are used simultane-
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Fan 1 Fan 2 Fan 3 Fan 4
1st step:
3 cycles ON ON
OFF OFF
2nd step:
3 cycles
OFF ON ON OFF
3rd step:
3 cycles
OFF OFF ON ON
4th step:
3 cycles
ON OFF OFF ON
Select:1.
Main menu
* Minimum Ventilation
Fan Cycling
* A password may be required to access this menu
(see section 4.2.1).
Min Vent Fan Cycling
Fans per cycle
Change fan cycle
Fan 1
Fan 2
Fan 3
Tun 1
Tun 2
1
1
On
On
Cycle
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Set the following parameters:2.
Fans per cycle — Select how many cycling
fans must be activated simultaneously in a
minimum ventilation cycle. Only the fans that
are labeled “Cycle” will make a rotation from
one minimum ventilation cycle to the other.
The fans that are labeled “On” are the regular
minimum ventilation fans used in all minimum
ventilation cycles.
Change fan cycle — Select after how many
minimum ventilation cycles the selection of
cycling fans must switch. This parameter
ranges from 1 to 1,000 cycles.
Fan#x / Tun#x— To use a fan/tunnel fan ac-
cording to the above fan cycling parameters,
set its status to “Cycle”. *Note that the status
of all regular minimum ventilation fans cannot be
set to Off (- - -).
Air Intake in Min Ventilation6.2.4.
• If the attic vent is not used:
If the attic vent is not used, the air intake in
minimum ventilation is exclusively provided
by the sidewall vent: the vent opens during
the “Vent Pre-opening” delay at the startup
of each cycle and then moves according to
its respective static pressure limits until the
fans stop. When they do, the sidewall vent
closes and stays closed until the beginning
of the next cycle.
• If the attic vent is used:
a) With the attic compensation:
i. When the compensation is ongoing,
the air intake in minimum ventilation is
exclusively provided by the attic vent (the
sidewall vent stays closed). The attic vent
opens during the “Vent Pre-opening” delay at
the startup of each cycle and then moves
according to its respective static pressure
limits until the fans stop. When they do,
the attic vent closes and stays closed until
the beginning of the next cycle.
ii. When the compensation is over, the air
intake in minimum ventilation becomes
provided by both vents (attic & sidewall):
the vents open during the “Vent Pre-opening”
delay at the startup of each cycle and then
move according to the sidewall vent’s
static pressure limits until the fans stop.
When the fans stop, both vents close and
stay closed until the beginning of the
next cycle.
b) Without the attic compensation:
If the attic vent is used but the attic
compensation function is disabled, the air
intake in minimum ventilation is exclusively
provided by the attic vent (the sidewall vent
stays closed). The attic vent opens during
the “Vent Pre-opening” delay at the startup
of each cycle and then moves according
to its respective static pressure limits until
the fans stop. When they do, the attic vent
closes and stays closed until the beginning
of the next cycle.
Pre-Opening of the Vents: The pre-opening
delay is used to pre-open the vents (sidewall
& attic vents) before activating the fans at the
startup of each minimum ventilation cycle. The
controller can use a steady pre-opening delay
or can set this delay automatically. Refer to
the Set-up menu in section 4.4 to enable/
disable the automatic pre-opening function
and refer to section 6.3.2 to set this delay if
the automatic function is not used.
Automatic Pre-Opening Delays: If the au-
tomatic pre-opening function is used, the
controller refers to the time it actually took for
the vents to reach the desired pressure range
the last time they had to open and then sets
the next pre-opening delay accordingly.
Refer to section 6.3.2 to set the pre-
opening delay & the static pressure
limits.
ON
OFF
Min.V
Fan
Status
Opening of the Vents in
Minimum Ventilation
Time
ON Time
Pre-opening of
the vents.
The vents move
according to the
static pressure level.
The vents close
and stay closed
Cycle
Time
Attic Compensation on the Min Ventila-
tion Air Intake
When the PRO-VISION operates in minimum
ventilation and the attic temperature is warm
enough, the controller can extract the warm
air from the attic by increasing the operating
time of the fans. When this compensation is
on, the controller automatically adjusts the
“On Time“ portion of the minimum ventila-
tion timer as a function of the room tem-
perature.
If the room temperature is cooler than the
“Attic start comp at” value and the attic tem-
perature is equal or higher than this start-up
point, the “On Time” of the minimum ventila-
tion cycle is fully compensated in order to
extract a maximum level of heat from the
attic (the fans are always on). As the room
temperature rises and reaches the compen-
sation’s start-up point, the “On Time” starts
decreasing gradually, in a linear fashion, as
the room temperature increases. The “On
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*This compensation only takes place when the
attic temperature is warmer than the “Attic start
comp. at” temperature value.
Room
T°
Room T° < Compens. start T°
Room T° = Compens. start T° Room T° = Compens. stop T°
Attic Compensation on
the Minimum
Ventilation Timer*
Compen-
sated
On Time
(On Time=
Cycle Time)
Regular
On Time
On Time of
the Min
Vent.
Timer
the room temperature is warm enough and
reaches the “Room Stop T°” value. At the end
of the compensation, the minimum ventilation
“On Time” goes back to its regular value, and
the sidewall vent starts being used jointly
with the attic vent.
If th e room te mpe rature is higher than the cut-
off point of the attic compensation and then
starts decreasing, the “On Time” becomes
fully compensated when the room tempera-
ture falls to the attic compensation’s cut-off
point (“At tic stop comp. at”). The “On Time” then
starts decreasing gradually, in a linear fash-
ion, as the room temperature falls. The “On
Time” finally stops being compensated when
the room temperature reaches the “Attic start
comp at” value.
Select:1.
Main menu
* Inlets / Vents
* * Attic Compens
*A password may be required to access this menu
(see section 4.2.1).
* * This menu is accessible if the attic compensa-
tion function is enabled in the Set-up menu (see
section 4.4).
Set the following parameters:2.
Attic start comp. at — Select the attic tem-
perature over which the attic compensation
can be used. This parameter also represents
the room temperature over which the “On
Time” portion of the minimum ventilation
timer starts decreasing in a linear fashion as
the temperature rises (see graph).
Attic stop comp. at — Select the room tem-
perature at which the attic compensation
ends. Note that this temperature must be
higher than the compensation’s start tem-
perature and lower than the room temperature
at which the 1st fan stage starts.
Attic Compensation
Attic start comp. at
Attic stop comp. at
74.0
7 7.0
To modify use -
T°. in the attic
T°. in the room