Fidure A2132FAC User manual
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A2132FAC User Guide
WARNING: DO NOT connect this
thermostat to systems other than Friedrich
approved VRP units. DO NOT connect this
device to units such as: base-board
heaters, line/high-voltage fan-coil, or
systems with transformers. Improper use
of this device can result in personal injury,
and/or property damage.
Introduction: The A2132_FAC thermostat is a VRP system
powered (12VDC) wireless thermostat designed for
Friedrich VRP heating ventilation and air-conditioning
systems. The ZigBee wireless-controller allows the device to
operate as a long-range ZigBee message repeating router.
Using the device: Using the device and operating the on-
screen menus is straight forward with the built-in smart
touch display.
Adjusting the Set-point: Tap the up or down arrow to
adjust the set-point for the current mode.
Air Circulation Fan: Tap the fan icon to switch between
auto and always-on fan.
NOTE: It is unadvisable to set the fan to ON in cool code.
Continuous running of the fan prevents the air-conditioner
from being able to remove moisture from the air and could
potentially lead to other health hazards such as mold.
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Main Menu: To access the main menu, tap the mode
(HEAT, COOL, or OFF) on the top right corner of the
screen. The main menu allows for quick access to changing
modes, fan operation, and other settings if enabled by the
system operator.
Turing on the Always-On switch will put the system fan into
continuous mode. When the switch is in the OFF position,
the fan will run automatically based on the system activity.
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Settings Menu: To access this menu, tap settings(gear
icon) in the main menu.
This menu allows for changing of the temperature unit, time
format, display brightness, and access to the schedule hold
menu.
Display Brightness: It is possible to turn off the display
backlight altogether. The device will turn the display on
when the screen is tapped and turn off after a few seconds.
It is recommended to use the lower display brightness
settings for best performance, longevity and power savings.
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Hold Menu: Access this menu via Main Menu -> Settings
-> Temperature Hold Menu. This menu allows for modifying
the operator of the schedule. Programming the schedule
can be performed throughout the schedule menu, or Over-
The-Air via Mobile or Web interface provided by the building
operator.
A “HOLD” indicator will appear on the main screen. Tapping
this area of the screen allows for a short-cut to the hold-
menu.
Both Hold and Schedule operation require a the clock to be
set.
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Clock Screen: Before a schedule can be active, the time
and date can be set through the clock screen. Adjust the
time and date components using the +/- buttons and tap the
back arrow at the top left to record the time and date. !
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If the date-time is not set after a power cycle, the device will
use the 12:00AM Jan 1, 2023 as the time and date after
about 15 minutes of up time.
Schedule Type Menu: This menu allows for creation and
deletion of the stored schedule. Tapping None will clear the
schedule from stored memory.
There are three (3) types of schedules. Each have four (4)
intervals per day (wake, leave, return, sleep).
Everyday Schedule: This schedule type allows for the same
set of intervals to be repeated every day of the week.
Weekdays, Weekends: This schedule type uses one set of
intervals for weekdays and another set for weekends.
Custom schedule: This schedule type allows for a different
set of intervals to be executed every day of the week. Each
day needs to be configured separately in the schedule
menu.
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Schedule Screen: This screen allows for creation and
editing of the stored schedule intervals. Tapping a different
day or different interval name will save the current interval.
1) Adjust the start time of the interval using the +/- and AM/
PM (12 HR clock) buttons.
2) Adjust the desired set point for heat and cool mode using
the +/- buttons.
Notes:
The start time of each interval needs to be after the start
time of the previous interval. The user interface will enforce
this guard and will keep the intervals in sequence.
When the schedule is active and running, a four-segment
indicator will display in the top-middle of the main screen
(see image on page 1). The hi-lighted segment indicates
the active interval.
When the temperature is adjusted or a hold imposed, the
green HOLD indicator will present on the main screen.
Tapping this area will shortcut to the hold menu.
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Factory Reset: A reset switch is hidden behind the first grill
on the top right (see image below). Use a non-metal tool to
contact and press the reset switch.
Single Press: A single press of the switch will reboot the
device without changes to the stored information.
Long Press (Factory Reset): Holding the switch down for
more than Five Seconds will put the device in factory reset.
A visual indication is shown on the screen.
Note: Factory resets do not erase network information and
the device will remain on the network until a leave operation
is performed (via the network menu or over the air).
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Use 18AWG shield twisted wiring or other Friedrich approved wire.
Wiring information
12+
12-
S1
S2
B/D-
A/D+
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