Daikin BRC1H61W User manual

Wired Remote
Controller
Installation Manual
MODEL BRC1H61W/BRC1H61K
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• Be sure to read before conducting the installation of this product, and conduct
installation according to this manual.
• Refer to this manual together with the installation manual of the indoor unit.
It is possible to perform settings of some functions from
a smart phone app.
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Contents
Safety Precautions ............................................................. 2
Accessories ........................................................................ 3
Remote controller installation procedure............................ 4
Button Locations and Descriptions................................... 11
Overview of screens......................................................... 12
Setting screen list ............................................................. 13
Names and Functions ...................................................... 15
Starting up the system...................................................... 16
Switching the Changeover Master.................................... 19
Installer Menu................................................................... 23
Field Setting ..................................................................... 24
R/C Setting ....................................................................... 31
Installer Password Setting ................................................ 34
Other Service Settings ..................................................... 35
External input interlock ..................................................... 36
License ............................................................................. 42
Certication ...................................................................... 43
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Safety Precautions
 Also refer to installation manual attached to the indoor unit.
Please read these “Safety Precautions” carefully before installing the remote controller.
• This manual classies the precautions into WARNINGS and CAUTIONS.
Be sure to follow all the precautions below: They are all important for ensuring safety.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
• After completing installation, conduct a test operation to check for faults and explain to the customer
how to operate the remote controller and cleaning of it with the aid of the operation manual. Ask the
customer to store the installation manual along with the operation manual for future reference.
WARNING
Ask your dealer or qualied personnel to carry out installation work.
Do not attempt to install the remote controller yourself.
Improper installation may result in electric shocks or a re.
Consult your local dealer regarding relocation and reinstallation of the remote controller.
Improper installation may result in electric shocks or a re.
Install the remote controller in accordance with the instructions in this installation manual.
Improper installation may result in electric shocks or a re.
Be sure to use only the specied accessories and parts for installation work.
Failure to use the specied parts may result in the remote controller falling down, electric shocks or a
re.
Install the remote controller on a foundation that can withstand its mass.
Insufcient strength may result in the remote controller falling down and causing injury.
Make certain that all electrical work is carried out by qualied personnel according to the applicable
legislation (note 1) and this installation manual, using a separate circuit.
In addition, even if the wiring is short, make sure to use a wiring that has sufcient length and never
connect additional wiring to make the length sufcient.
Insufcient capacity of the power supply circuit or improper electrical construction may lead to
electric shocks or a re.
(note 1) applicable legislation means “All international, national and local directives, laws, regulations
and/or codes which are relevant and applicable for a certain product or domain”.
Turn off the power before performing installation work.
Touch with live parts may cause electric shocks.
Do not disassembly, reconstruct or repair.
Electric shock or a re may cause.
Make sure that all wiring is secured, using the specied wirings and ensuring that external forces do
not act on the terminal connections or wirings.
Improper connections or xing may cause an overheat or a re.
The choice of materials and installations must comply with the applicable national and international
standards.
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CAUTION
To avoid electric shocks due to entry of water or insects, ll the wiring through hole with putty.
Do not operate with wet hands to avoid electric shocks.
Do not wash the remote controller with water.
It may result in electric shocks or a re.
Install the air conditioner, power supply wiring, remote controller wiring and transmission wiring at
least 1 meter away from televisions or radios to prevent image interference or noise.
(Depending on the radio waves, a distance of 1meter may not be sufcient to eliminate the noise.)
Do not install the remote controller in the following locations:
1. Where there is oil mist, oil spray or vapour for example a kitchen.
Resin parts may deteriorate and fall off.
2. Where corrosive gas, such as sulphurous acid gas, is produced.
3. Where there is machinery which emits electromagnetic waves.
Electromagnetic waves may disturb the control system, and cause a malfunction of the
equipment.
4. Where ammable gas may leak, where there is carbon bre or ignitable dust suspensions in
the air, or where volatile ammables such as thinner or gasoline are handled.
Operating the unit in such conditions may result in a re.
5. High temperature area or directly amed point.
It may cause an overheat or a re.
6. Moist area, or place where may be exposed to water.
If water enters inside of the remote controller, electrical components may fail.
It may result in electric shocks or a re.
When remote controller’s thermostat sensor is used, select the installation location considering the
followings.
• A place where average temperature in the room can be detected.
• A place where is not exposed to direct sunlight.
• A place where is far apart from heat source.
• A place where is not affected by outdoor air due to door opening/closing or the like.
Accessories
The following accessories are included.
Cross recessed round
head wood screw Drywall anchor Operation Handbook Installation Handbook
(2 pcs.) (2 pcs.) (1 pc.) (1 pc.)
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Remote controller installation
procedure
Deciding where to install the remote controller
Select the installation location based on “Safety Precautions” (see page 2) and obtain
consent of the customer.
Creating a wiring through-hole in the wall (when opening a
hole in the wall and installing)
If the hole size is too large or not in the
proper location, it may be seen after the
remote controller is installed.
NOTE
3-11/64 (80.5)
13/64
(5)
33/64 (13)
1-47/64 (44)
9/32 (7)
R3/32(2.5)
R3/32(2.5)
13/64
(5)
41/64
(16.25)
1-47/64 (44)
35/64
(13.75)
3-11/64 (80.5) Back plate
Through-hole
Align the centre of the wall
hole with the centre of the
access hole on the controller
back plate when planning the
installation.
Access hole
[Unit : inch (mm)]
Back plate
Through-hole
Access
hole
CAUTION
• Note that if the wiring through-hole is large or deviates from the specied position, the hole may be
exposed.
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Determining the wire routing direction for the back plate
Before mounting the controller, determine the wiring direction and remove a piece of the
controller’s back plate accordingly (i.e.: a, b, c). The wiring can be routed from the top, the
left, or the bottom of the back cover. Remove a piece of the back plate according to the
following gure.
After removing a thin piece with a tool such as clippers, remove burrs using a le, etc.
a Wiring from top
b Wiring from left
c Wiring from bottom
a
b
c
CAUTION
In case you are routing the wiring from the rear, you don’t have to remove anything.
When routing the wiring from the top, rear, left, or bottom, be sure to route the wiring to the upper
casing before securing the back plate.
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Securing the back plate
Wall installation
1 : Take the cross recessed round head wood screws and drywall anchors out of the
accessory bag.
2 : Mount the back plate to a at surface.
Cross recessed round
head wood screws
Drywall anchors
CAUTION
• Install the controller on a at surface only.
• To prevent deformation of the back plate, avoid over-tightening the installation screws.
• If tightened too much, the back plate will be deformed and the upper casing will come o easily.
If the upper casing comes o easily, loosen the screws and correct the deformation.
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Connecting the electrical wiring
All wiring must comply with the following requirements:
Wire specification Value
Wiring type Non-shielded, 2-conductor, Stranded copper wire
Wiring size AWG-18
Wiring length Maximum 1640 feet (500 m)
Prepare the wiring for connection to the remote controller following these instructions:
Approx. 3/8 inch (10 mm)
Remove the wire jacket
and insulation
To simplify the wiring, maintain
a 3/8 inch (10 mm) dierence
between the length of the two
conductors.
Cutting guideline
L
Wiring outlet L
Top ±5.5 inch (140 mm)
Left ±4.3 inch (110 mm)
Bottom ±3.5 inch (90 mm)
Rear No requirements
Connect the terminals (P1, P2) of the remote controller to the terminals (P1, P2) of the
indoor unit. (P1 and P2 are not polarity sensitive.)
CAUTION
• Before working, shut o all power supplies.
• A mounting plate for installing the remote controller and remote controller wiring are not included.
• Do not touch the remote controller circuit board directly with your hands.
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Top outlet
P1P2
P1P2 terminal
Rear outlet
P1P2
Left outlet
P1P2
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Bottom outlet
P1P2
CAUTION
• Keep the wiring away from the power wire so that electrical noise (external noise) is not received.
• In order to prevent the entry of water or insects, use putty (eld supply) to securely seal the wiring
lead-in hole.
Closing the controller
1 : Place the top of the controller on the
top of the back plate.
2 : Snap the bottom of the controller into
place on the bottom of the back plate.
3 : Ensure the installation site is dust-free,
before peeling the protective seal.
1
2
CAUTION
• Never touch the internal parts of the controller.
• When closing the controller, be careful not to pinch the wiring.
• To prevent damage, make sure the front of the controller is clicked into the back plate securely.
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When removing the upper casing
Insert a at head screwdriver into the recess in the
back plate and remove the upper casing.
(2 locations)
CAUTION
• The remote controller circuit board is attached to the upper casing. Be careful not to damage the
circuit board and casing when removing the upper casing.
• Do not touch the remote controller circuit board directly with your hands.
• Be careful not to allow dust or moisture to adhere to the circuit board when the upper casing is
removed.
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Button Locations and Descriptions
a
b
c
d
e
f
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Functions items (i.e., Operation Mode, Fan Speed, and Setpoint) are set from the menu
screen.
NOTICE
• Do not install the remote controller in places exposed to direct sunlight. The LCD may be
damaged.
• Do not pull or twist the remote controller cord. The remote controller may be damaged.
• Do not use objects with sharp ends to press the buttons on the remote controller. Damage may
result.
a ON/OFF button
• Press this button to turn on the system.
• Press this button again to turn o the system.
b Status indicator (LED)
• During operation, the light ring around the display lights up blue/red/green.
Lights up blue: Operating, Blinks red: Error is occurring, Lights up/blinks green: Bluetooth connecting
c LCD (Refer to INFORMATION on page 15.)
• Displays the current setpoint and air conditioner operation status.
d NAVIGATE/ADJUST button
• Navigate right.
• Adjust a setting.
e SELECT/ACTIVATE/SET button
• From the home screen, enter the user menu.
• From the user menu, enter one of the submenus.
• From their respective submenu, activate an operation/ventilation mode.
f NAVIGATE/ADJUST button
• Navigate left.
• Adjust the setting.
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Overview of screens
How to display the screen
The following is just an example. The items available for setting vary depending on the
indoor unit you are using. If there is no button operation for about 10 seconds, the screen
returns to the home screen.
Home screen
30 ˚C
28
˚C
Press
User menu
This screen is a
menu for the user.
See the next page
for items which can
be selected.
Administrator menu Information screen Installer menu
This screen is a menu
for the administrator.
See the next page for
items which can be
selected.
12:34
A3-01 (Unit 00)
This screen displays
the time and the
status of the remote
controller and the
system. If an error
occurs, the error
code is displayed.
This screen is a
menu for the installer.
See the next page
for items which can
be selected.
Press and hold
for 5 seconds.
Select , then press .
Press
Select , then
press .
Select , then
press .
Press and
hold and
for
5seconds.
Press 
(in that
order) and
hold them for
10seconds.
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Setting screen list
Setting list
User
menu
Administrator
menu
Installer
menu
Icon Name Description
Depends on
current setting Operation Mode Operation mode setting 
Depends on
current setting Fan Speed Airflow rate setting 
Depends on
current setting Airflow Direction Airflow direction 1 setting 
Depends on
current setting Vertical Airflow Airflow direction 2 setting 
Depends on
current setting Ventilation Mode Ventilation mode setting 
Depends on
current setting Ventilation Rate Ventilation rate setting 
Adjust LED (ON) LED brightness adjustment
when backlight lights up 
Adjust LED (OFF)
LED brightness adjustment
when backlight lights up
dimly

Sign Reset Filter sign reset 
Celsius/Fahrenheit Fahrenheit/Celsius
changeover 
Setpoint Setpoint setting when in
auto operation mode 
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Setting list
User
menu
Administrator
menu
Installer
menu
Icon Name Description
Bluetooth Setting Bluetooth setting  
Backlight Backlight brightness setting  
Contrast Contrast setting  
Clock Setting Clock setting  
About Administrator information  
Admin Password Administrator password
setting 
Installer Password Installer password setting 
Field Setting Field Setting 
R/C Setting R/C Setting 
Address Setting Address Setting 
Forced Fan ON Forced Fan ON Setting 
Rel Master Control Release changeover master 
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Names and Functions
Home screen
30 ˚C
28
OFF
b
a
h
g
f
j
k
i
c
d
e
l
Information screen
12:34
A3-01 (Unit 00)
q
n
p
o
m
User menu/Administrator menu/Installer menu
r
User menu
r
Administrator menu/Installer menu
* The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and use
of such marks by Daikin industries, LTD. is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are those
of their respective owners.
Screen display explanation
a OFF
• Displayed when operation is stopped.
b Error/Filter/Test icon
• Error, lter and test icons are displayed.
c Centralized Control
• Displayed when under centralized
management.
d Operation mode
• Displays the current operation mode.
e Ventilation mode
f Room temperature
• Displays the current room temperature.
g Setback
• Blinks during setback operation.
• Displayed during setback setting.
h Bluetooth*
• Indicates that the controller is
communicating with a mobile
device, for use with the app.
i Changeover Under Control
• Displayed when controller is unauthorized
to select heating/cooling operation.
j Fahrenheit/Celsius
• Depending on the setting, Fahrenheit/
Celsius display can be selected.
k Air Purifying
l Set temperature
• Displays setpoint temperature.
m Clock (24 hours time display)
n
MAIN/SUB remote controller sign
• : Main controller
: Sub controller
o Status
• Noties the status.
p Error display
• If an error occurs, the icon, an error
code and unit number are displayed.
q Information icon
r Settings menu icon
INFORMATION
Depending on the connected model, some items may not be displayed.
The controller is equipped with a power-saving function that darkens the display if there is no operation for a certain
period of time. To make the screen light up again, press one of the buttons.
Note that pressing one of the buttons will only make the display bright again, not cause remote controller operation.
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Starting up the system
• Check for completion of indoor/outdoor unit wiring.
• Ensure that covers is closed on electrical component boxes for both indoor and outdoor
units prior to restoring power.
Power-on
• The controller gets its power from the indoor unit.
• Therefore, for the controller to be operable, make sure the indoor unit is powered on.
Once the controller is powered, it will automatically start up.
If it is the rst and only controller that is connected to the indoor unit, it will automatically
get designated as the main controller. If there is a second controller, it is necessary to
manually set it as a sub controller.
Main and sub controller
a
b
c d
a Outdoor unit
b Indoor unit
c Main remote controller
d Sub remote controller
• On the information screen, main/sub status is indicated by the following icons:
Icon Description
Main
Sub
INFORMATION
It is only possible to use a main and a sub controller of the same type.
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INFORMATION
When digital input adapter BRP7A5* is part of the system, it is not possible to connect a second
controller. Connecting a second controller when the system already contains the adapter will cause
the adapter to go into error mode.
INFORMATION
If a sub controller does not display the home screen 2 minutes after its designation, turn o the power
and check the wiring.
INFORMATION
After re-designating a controller, the system requires a power reset.
INFORMATION
The following functions are not available for sub controllers:
• “Auto” operation mode
• Individual airow direction
• Filter auto clean
• Setback temperature setpoints
• Draft prevention
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Designating a controller as main or sub
Prerequisite: A remote controller is already connected to the indoor unit.
Connect a second controller.
After turning on the power, perform setting of the second controller.
Result: It will start up automatically.
Home screen
U5
1
Wait for a U5 or U8 error code to appear on the screen.
Screen display explanation
1main
2sub
Home screen
2
When the U5 error code appears, press and hold until
“2” appears on the screen.
When the U8 error code appears, press and hold until
“1” appears on the screen.
Result:
A controller displaying 1 is set as main, and a controller
displaying 2 is set as sub.
INFORMATION
If sub remote controller is not set at power-on in the case of one indoor unit controlled by two remote
controllers, Error Code: U5 is displayed in the connection checking screen.
If the sub remote controller does not display the home screen two minutes after its designation, turn
o the power and check the wiring.
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Switching the Changeover Master
About the changeover master
When multiple indoor units are connected to one outdoor unit or branch selector unit, by
giving the authority to switch the operation mode to a specic indoor unit, the operation
switching of other indoor units can be controlled.
• Only the remote controller set as the changeover master can select cooling, heating or
auto operation modes.
• Remote controllers not set as the changeover master will follow the operation mode of
the changeover master.
• Setting and cancellation of the changeover master needs to be carried out on the
remote controller that is already the changeover master, and the remote controller that
is to be set as the changeover master.
• Depending on the system, this function may not be available.
Possible operation mode selections for a remote controller that is a changeover master or
a mode follower
Operation modes for the remote controller that
is a changeover master
Operation modes that can be selected by
remote controllers that is a mode follower
Heating via Heat/Auto Heat, Fan
Cooling via Cool/Auto Cool, Dry, Fan
Dry Cool, Dry, Fan
Fan Fan
* Depending on the air conditioner and the system, some operation modes may not exist.
Example of the changeover master settings
In the following cases, it is necessary to give the authority to choose cooling/heating to 1
remote controller:
• When multiple indoor units are connected to the same heat pump outdoor unit.
• When multiple indoor units are connected to the same branch selector port in a heat
recovery system.
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