Price Acutherm Advantage Master User manual

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MANUAL – INSTALLATION
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Advantage Digital VAV Diffusers

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Overview & Installation Instructions
General Description ..................................................... 1
Installation into Ceiling ................................................... 1
Power Supply to Master................................................ 2
Drone Power Supply Connection................................... 3
Model Nomenclature ..................................................... 4
Model Configuration / Setpoint Adjustment ................. 6
Auxillary Heat ................................................................ 6
Optional Accessories..................................................... 7
Advantage Power Module Optional Accessory .............. 7
TR115 / TR277 Transformer Optional Accessory........... 8
Advantage Pressure Relief Collar Optional Accessory.... 8
Baffle Optional Accessory.............................................. 9
Supply Air Temperature Sensing.................................... 9
Thermostat Installation ................................................ 12
Display Navigation
Initial Setup ................................................................. 13
Information Menu (LCD Stats only)...................................... 14
Service Menu (LCD Stats only)............................................ 15
Balancing Menu ................................................... 16
VVT Menu (Pressure Dependant Mode) ............................. 17
Setpoint Menu (Setpoint Limits and Temperature Units).......... 18
Input Menu (Supply Air Temp and Neutral Mode) .................. 19
Output Aux Binary Menu ...................................... 20
Output Analog Menu............................................ 21
BACnet Menu (BACnet Addressing Setup)........................ 22
Stat Setup Menu.................................................. 23
Display Options Menu ................................................. 24
Native BACnet Network Interface Optional Accessory
BACnet Module ......................................................... 25
BACnet Wiring .......................................................... 26
Network Wire Specifications ...................................... 27
BACnet Service Menu ............................................... 28
BACnet Module ......................................................... 27
BACnet Networking and Setup ................................. 30
Setting the Device Instance (Coupled MAC and DI) ............. 31
Maintenance
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................ 31
Master Specifications .................................................. 33
Drone Specifications ................................................... 33
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General Description
Advantage diffusers are digital VAV
diffusers with built-in electric motor and
controller providing VAV cooling and VAV
heating. The damper modulates open
and close to vary the air flow (warm or
cool) into the room in response to room
temperature. Master models have
onboard controls, while the drone model
imitates the master.
Installation into Ceiling
Advantage is available in four different
geometries: square, round, swirl, and
linear slot. Round inlets for connection
to supply ductwork are standard on
most models. Various border styles
are available to suit most ceiling types.
Please refere to individual model
submittals for more details.
When installing units, make sure
construction debris does not enter units
or duct system.
1. Inspect the carton for damage before
opening. Notify carrier if external damage
exists. Submit all claims for shipping
damage to the carrier.
2. Move diffusers (in cartons) to
installation area. Note any unit
identification.
3. Remove cardboard box and insert.
Recycle packaging material.
4. Install in ceiling grid. Install T-bar
support wire close to each corner of
unit. Make sure that only wire suspended
T-bars are used to support unit weight.
Do not use screws or drill holes in the
areas marked “No Holes or Screws”.
5. Connect and secure the supply duct
to the collar. Flexible duct should NOT be
formed in a centerline radius of less than
1½ times the duct diameter.
6. Connect wall thermostat (see
thermostat options pg 4)
7. Connect supply power (see supply
power options (pg 2).
MAXIMUM FLOW MINIMUM FLOW
INLET
DAMPER PLAQUE FACE
DAMPER
INLET
CEILING OPENING = NOM. SIZE + 1/4” (6)
11/2” (38)
1/8” (3)
SPF
INSIDE STACK = NOM. DIFFUSER
OVERALL OPENING = NOM. DIFFUSER - 15/16” (24)
OVERALL PLASTER FRAME = NOM. DIFFUSER + 1
9
/
16
” (40)
1
/2” (8) REF. 1/4” (6)
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2 - TYPE 1 SURFACE MOUNT
FIGURE 3 - TYPE 3 T-BAR
MORE BORDER TYPES AVAILABLE. PLEASE SEE INDIVIDUAL MODEL SUBMITTALS FOR MORE DETAILS

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FIGURE 4 - MASTER JUNCTION PANEL
Power Supply to Master
All Advantage Master units require a 24 VAC power supply and each draws 3.0 VA. There are three options for power:
1. Field Supplied 24 VAC
Connect 24 VAC and common lines to optional TP
(Terminal Plug). (One TP is supplied as a standard item in
the AUX HEAT output, and may be relocated for power
input if not required for AUX HEAT.)
2. TR115 / TR277 20 VA Transformer
Master units supplied with transformer mounted to
Advantage Diffuser require field connection of primary
power supply and grounding. Secondary power supply will
be factory connected to pluggable 24 VAC PWR terminal
block.
See Mounting/Installation instructions on Page 9 if
transformer is shipped separately.
3. Advantage Power Module (APM)
(See Mounting/Installation Instructions on Page 8)
Use a C35 (35’ Plenum rated snap-in cable) to connect
power output jack on APM to power input jack on
Advantage.
Additional Advantage Master Units can be powered by
daisy-chain connections if optional CSJ (Splitter Jack), is
used. See Page 8 for limitations.
HOT and COMMON 24 VAC polarity is critical and must be
consistent. 24 VAC COMMON must be EARTH ground in field
to ensure proper BACnet network communication.
NOTE
!
3. APM
1. Field Supplied
and
2. Transformer
Normal Operation
• Power Signal (green) ‘On’
• Status (red) ‘Flashing’
• Reheat (orange) ‘On’ when heat on
• Overload (red) ‘Off’
• Net Health (green) ‘Flash’ with BACnet

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Drone Power Supply Connection
ADVD
(See Figure 3, Figure 4, Figure 5, Figure 6)
• Unit has two RJ12 Jacks to make daisy chain connections
for 24 VAC and 2-10 VDC control signal from master unit.
• C35 (35’ plenum rated cable) supplied with RJ12 modular
plugs at both ends. Use cable to connect unit with
DRONE OUT (Fig. 4) on Advantage Master (ADVM) or
previously connected ADVD using a free Drone output
Drone Jack (Fig. 5). Cable length may be extended by
using a CC (cable connector) for longer runs.
• A maximum of five ADVD can be supported by one
Advantage Master (ADVM).
• Each ADVD draws 3.0 VA.
APM
PPM 115 / 277 POWER SUPPLY (ONE OUTPUT JACK)
= MASTER
CS
CS
CS
CS
POWER JACK
DRONE JACK
= DRONE
USE C35 CABLES
FIGURE 6 - LAYOUT EXAMPLES
FIGURE 5 - DRONE JUNCTION PANEL
DRONE INPUT / OUTPUT
RED LED (2-10 VDC DRONE SIGNAL)
GREEN LED (24 VDC POWER)
APM 115 / 277 POWER SUPPLY (6 MAX DIFFUSERS
PER JACK. 15 MAX DIFFUSERS PER APM)
= MASTER POWER JACK
DRONE JACK
= DRONE
USE C35 CABLES
FIGURE 7 - LAYOUT EXAMPLES
PPM 115 / 277 POWER SUPPLY (ONE OUTPUT JACK)
TR115 / 277 POWER SUPPL
Y
= MASTER POWER JACK
DRONE JACK
= DRONE
USE C35 CABLES
TR115 / 277 POWER SUPPLY
= MASTER POWER JACK
DRONE JACK
= DRONE
USE C35 CABLES
CSJ
CSJ
CSJ
CSJ
CSJ
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Thermostat Options
The Advantage Master uses a wall
thermostat to accurately sense room
temperature in both cooling and heating
modes. Each thermostat comes
complete with a 35ft plenum rated cable
for connection to the Advantage Master.
The thermostat is available in six
options:
• Room Sensor (Blank Face).
• Dial Thermostat
• LCD Thermostat
• LCD Thermostat with motion sensor
for occupancy
• LCD Thermostat with CO2 and
humidity sensors
• Wireless Thermostat
The LCD thermostats are used to adjust
set points, display room temperature,
and configure the different parameters of
the diffuser.
NOTE When using the Room Sensor
or Dial Thermostat order a LCD-
SET (minimum of one per project) to
configure the diffuser.
Thermostat Adjustment
VAV Cooling, VAV Heating - Connecting
a wall mounted T’stat activates the
Advantage. Connect the T’stat to
Advantage using a supplied NETC35
(35’ plenum rated cable) by snapping
one side of the plug into jack inside of
thermostat, and the other side into the
T’Stat In jack. Setpoint is adjusted using
the wall mounted sensor.
See page 10 and 11 for more
thermostat details.
ROOM SENSOR DIAL THERMOSTAT LCD THERMOSTAT LCD THERMOSTAT WITH
CO2 AND HUMIDITY
LCD THERMOSTAT
WITH MOTION
SENSOR
WIRELESS
THERMOSTAT
FIGURE 8 - DRONE WIRING DIAGRAM
RED LED
DC SIGNAL STATUS TO DRONE
GREEN LED
24 VAC SIGNAL STATUS
1 & 6 = 2 -10VDC
2 & 5 = COMMON
3 & 4 = 24VAC
FROM PREVIOUS
DIFFUSER
CABLE CABLE
TO NEXT
DIFFUSER
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ADVANTAGE SERIES DRONE
Advantage Series Drone Unit
Drone units contain actuators and
control circuitry to respond to signals
from the master unit. The damper
mechanism is synchronous with the
master unit. Up to five drones can be
supported by one master.
The geometry of the Master and
Drone do not need match. The four
different Advantage geometries (square,
round, swirl, and linear slot) can be
interchanged between Master and
Drone.
Balancing
To correctly balance a VAV diffuser, set the maximum flow, the diffuser must be in the 100% open position. The Advantage diffuser
may be opened to 100% by:
• Accessing the override open command using the menus availble on the LCD thermsotat
>Service Menu >Balanacing >Dpr Override >Goto Full Open (see Balancing Menu page 16)
• or, if the Advantage is on a BACnet network, setting AV25 to 6 (Damper Open 100%)
Maximum flow from the diffuser can also be limited by accessing the maximum damper position by:
• Accessing the damper maximum settings using the menus availble on the LCD thermsotat
>Service Menu >VVT >Dpr Cool Max or >Dpr Heat Max (see VVT Menu page 17)
• or, if the Advantage is on a BACnet network, setting AV22 Cool Max and AV24 Heat Max
To set the minimum flow from the diffuser, limit the minimum damper position by:
• Accessing the damper minimum settings using the menus availble on the LCD thermsotat
>Service Menu >VVT >Dpr Cool Min or >Dpr Heat Min (see VVT Menu page 17)
• or, if the Advantage is on a BACnet network, setting AV21 Cool Min and AV23 Heat Min
DRONE 3DRONE 2DRONE 1
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FIGURE 9 - MASTER WIRING DIAGRAM
All Advantage Master control units will provide a 24 VAC pulsed output signal for supplemental auxiliary heating. Two terminals
are located on the junction board for this purpose (Figure 9). The signals can be wired to an intermediate relay to control a auxiliary
heating system.
The internal reheat relay is limited to 12 VA and should not be used to directly drive valves or radiant panels. It is intended to switch
power to the primary coil of an intermediate relay (see Figure 9). CAUTION: The number of Drones suported by the Master must be
reduced for each 3VA used to power the Aux Heat. CAUTION: The number of diffusers (Master and Drone) supplied by the APM
must be reduced for each 3VA used to power the Aux Heat.
Three options of reheat algorithms are available:
1. On/Off - Acts more like a traditional thermostat and
cycles least of all three options. Control is over a larger
temperature band (±20F). Suitable for mechanical relay
interface (24VAC, 12VA max).
2. PDM (default, if not specified) (Pulse Delay Modulation)
- Reheat relay is on for a minimum of 2 minutes when
required. OFF Cycle is proportional to heating requirement.
Suitable for hydronic systems where entire system is
flushed with hot water during each heating charge to
ensure uniform heating. Electronic Solid State Relay
interface recommended, but not required.
3. PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) - Reheat relay is on for a
percentage of the duty cycle, proportionate to calculated
heating load. Suitable for radiant panels and other electric
heaters. Electronic Solid State Relay interface absolutely
required - rapid pulse, 2 second cycle.
NOTE: Auxiliary heat option can be reconfigured in the field if
necessary using LCD thermostat (Service Menu).
Auxiliary Heat
ADVANTAGE DRONE UNITS
(5 MAXIMUM PER MASTER UNIT)
24 VAC REHEAT OUTPUT
ADVANTAGE POWER MODULE (APM)
(C35 CABLE)
24 VAC TRANSFORMER
NOTE: HOT/COM POLARITY
TO LINKER – USB
SERVICE TOOL
TO THERMOSTAT
(NETC35 CABLE)
NOTE:
• C35 cables are white/grey 6 conductor with RJ12 plugs
• NETC35 cables are blue 8 conductor with RJ45 plugs
• To extend a C35 cable use cable coupler (CC)
• To extend a NETC35 cable use cable coupler (NETCC)
• Use either APM or 24 VAC transformer to power Advantage
Master unit. Advantage drone units get power from Advantage
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Acutherm Power Module Optional Accessory
The Advantage Power Module (APM) supports up to fifteen*
(15) Advantage diffusers (Masters plus Drones). It provides the
most economical and convenient method of powering multiple
Advantage diffusers because electrician time is minimized.
Designed to be ceiling mounted, the enclosed 96 VA Class 2
transformer is offered for 120V, 240V, 277V and 480V primary
voltage supply. Final power connections to the Advantage
diffusers are completed via plenum cables with RJ (Snap-In)
plugs. Since the cables are all low voltage, commissioning or
relocation of Advantage diffusers is simple.
*See CAUTION pg 6 if using Aux heat option.
Features
• 96 VA Class 2 Transformer (120 / 240/277/480 to 24 VAC)
with breaker resettable overload protection.
• 6 parallel power jacks each of which support up to 6
Advantage units (or PIC controllers) - any combination of
masters and associated drones. Overload indicator LEDs
on each line light up if too many Advantage diffusers (or
PIC’s) are connected or if there is a short in the cable.
• Max 15 Advantage diffusers or PIC controllers per APM
• C35 (35’ plenum rated cable) with RJ plugs provides
flexible and convenient power connection. One required
for each master unit (order separately). Multiple cables can
be connected by using a CC (Cable Connector) for longer
runs. (Fig. 6 page 3.) 210ft maximum.
• CSJ Cable Splitters used to daisy chain power between
masters. (Fig. 6 page 3.)
• Power switch with indicator LED.
Installation Instructions
1. Turn off power switch. Remove cover.
2. Secure box to surface in plenum using 3 mounting holes.
Orientation irrelevant.
3. Supply power and ground to terminal per wiring diagram.
4. Replace cover.
5. Turn on power switch. Green LED indicates power
Connecting a Advantage Master to the APM
1. Plug C35 power cable into an output jack on power
module.
2. Plug other end of cable into power input jack of Advantage
Master Junction Panel. (Multiple C35 cables can be
connected with CC - Cable Connectors for longer runs.)
(Max two 35 ft cables)
3. Green Power LED and Red Drone Signal LED on
Advantage Master indicate proper connection.
4. An additional Master unit may be supported from second
side of an optional CS (cable splitter) inserted into the
Advantage Master power input jack. (see Fig. 6 page 3).
Specification and Limitations
1. Total connected load not to exceed 96 VA (or 15 devices)
• Each Advantage unit (Master or Drone) draws 3.0 VA.
• See CAUTION pg 6 if using Aux heat option.
2. Specification for each of the 6 output jacks:
• 20 VA auto-reset thermal fuse with fault indicator LED.
• Supports up to 6 Advantage diffusers up to a
maximum distance of 210’ from the APM
• Supports only one mechanical relay (12 VA max.) for
aux. heat output up to a maximum distance of 35’.
(No limitation applies to electronic solid state.)
ADVANTAGE POWER MODULE
MUST BE EARTH
GROUNDED
120/240/277/480
OUTPUT BOARD
TERMINAL
BLOCK
96 VA
TRANSFORMER
DISCONNECT
SWITCH
GROUND
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3” (76)
MIN. CLEARANCE REQ’D
TYPICAL INSTALLATION WITH ADVANTAGE DIFFUSER (SHIPPED SEPARATELY)
ADDS APPROX. 6”
WORKING
HEIGHT (ALL INLET SIZES)
FREE MOVING
SHUTTER
2.5”
FLEX DUCTING
MUST NOT EXTEND
MORE THAN 1/2”
BELOW BEAD
INSTALL OVER
ADVANTAGE INLET NECK
SCREW FASTENING BY
OTHERS
TR115 / TR277 Transformer Optional Accessory
Optional 20 VA transformer mounts to the junction bracket of
Advantage Diffuser. Support up to 6 Advantage units - any
combination of masters and associated drones.
Installation Instructions
1. Remove lid from junction box.
2. Fasten to Advantage junction bracket using two #8 screws
provided.
3. Connect primary power supply and grounding.
4. Replace cover.
5. Connect secondary transformer leads to power jack of
Advantage (TP - Terminal Plug provided).
Additional masters units may be powered using C35 cables
and CS (cable splitters) to daisy-chain power. (Fig. 7 page 3.)
Advantage Pressure Relief Collar Optional Accessory
(Not Available for the PLD Advantage Linear Diffuser)
The Advantage Pressure Relief Collar (PRC) slips over the
Advantage inlet to provide a simple and inexpensive method
to control duct static pressure. The PRC’s dual shutters are
designed to gradually open in response to pressure in excess
of approximately 0.25” w.g. and allow some of the supply air to
escape into the return air plenum.
Installation Instructions
1. The PRC is intended for use only in systems that
have a non-ducted return air plenum.
2. Mount PRC directly over Advantage inlet, with shutters
hanging down. Two mounting holes are provided for
fastening with #8 sheet metal screws.
3. Mount ducting to top of PRC. A bead is provided on the
top of the PRC as a stop for hard ducting. Flex duct may
be banded below the bead providing it does not extend
more than 1/2” below the stop bead as it will obstruct the
proper operation of the shutters.
4. The PRC is shipped with shutters taped shut. DO NOT
REMOVE the tape until the system is completely balanced.
This will ensure that the balancer can provide maximum
design cfm without excess air being relieved into the
plenum. Premature removal of the tape may impair proper
air system balancing.
OPTIONAL 20 VA TRANSFORMER
INSTALLATION DIAGRAM
1"
1"
6"
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ADV Square - Baffle Optional Accessory
An optional baffle is available to provide 3-way and 2-way air
patterns.
Installation Instructions
CAUTION: Adhesive tape bonds quickly. Acutherm recommends
a practice installation to locate the baffle BEFORE removing
the tape pads.
1. Clean backside edge of plaque where baffle is to be
installed.
2. With short flange of baffle facing away from opening, tilt
top edge of baffle into opening on side of diffuser to be
blocked. Short flange on baffle must face out.
3. Carefully align outer corner of reference tab A with corner
of plaque.
4. Remove protective film from 3 tape pads.
5. Rotate bottom edge of baffle into opening until edge of
flange is flush with edge of plaque.
6. Apply firm pressure at three tape tabs to secure baffle in
place.
Additional openings can be blocked for 2-way air patterns
using the same procedure.
Supply Air Temperature Sensing
All master units have a temperature sensor located near the inlet for automatic heating / cooling changeover.
For automatic changeover the Advantage uses a dynamic neutral mode for optimal use of the supply air. Basically if the supply air
can help the Advantage meet the room set point it is used as such. For example if the supply air is 70F and the room temperature
is 80F with a set point of 72F, the Advantage will consider the supply air as cold and modulate appropriately. Please note however
its typically difficult to cool a room with supply air temperatures above 60F.
Changeover and dynamic neutral mode is as follows:
1. Heating Mode - Supply air temperature warmer than room temperature by 2°F (1°C)
2. Neutral Mode - Supply air within 2°F (1°C) of room air
3. Cooling Mode - Supply air temperature 2°F (1°C) below room temperature)
If Dynamic neutral mode is not required user can force HOT and COLD switch points in the LCD thermostat menu. This method is
not recommended, but is available for unique circumstances.
>Service Menu >Input >Neutral Mode >Dynamic -> Conventional (see page 19).
TWO-WAY CORNER
SHOWN
BACKPAN
BAFFLE
BAFFLE
ALIGN
EDGES
TAB A
SHORT FLANGE OF BAFFLE
PLAQUE
FACE
ALIGN
CORNERS
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Advantage Thermostat Options
All thermostats are connected with a connection from
the Advantage to the back of the selected thermostat.
Each thermostat has an RJ-12 Service Port on the
bottom, used to connect an LCD-SETUP tool for
balancing and parameter changes without having to
access the penum.
1. Set point adjust from
hidden dial on the back
2. Service Port
1. Dial Adjustment for Temperature
2. LED – 1 blink cooling mode,
2 – heating, 3 - neutral
3. Occupancy Override Button
4. Service Port
1. LCD screen for menu display
2. Menu Button
3. Increase and decrease push
buttons for day temperature
setpoint adjustment
4. Service Port
ROOM SENSOR THERMOSTAT: PIC-TS-SENS
LCD THERMOSTAT: PIC-TS-LCD
DIAL THERMOSTAT PIC-TS-DIAL
1
2
1
3
2
4
1
3
2
4
• The Room Sensor Thermostat is powered from the
controller.
• Measures room temperature.
• Set point can be adjusted from a hidden dial on
the back of the T-Stat using a small flat head screw
driver.
• Set point limits can be adjusted using the Setup Tool
or, with BACnet option, over the BACnet network.
• Eliminated problem of unauthorized tampering to the
thermostat.
• The Dial Thermostat is powered from the controller.
• Measures room temperature & features a dial
adjustment & an occupancy button.
• Set point limits can be adjusted using the Setup Tool
or, with BACnet option, over the BACnet network.
• Simply use the adjustable dial for temperature
adjustment.
• The LCD Thermostat is powered from the controller
and has a variety of features.
• Measures room temperature and features an LCD
screen with push button day setpoint adjustment.
• Set point limits can be adjusted using the LCD
thermostat or, with BACnet option, over the BACnet
network.
• LCD Thermostat can also be used as a balancing
tool for the Acutherm Intelligent Controller system by
simply connecting the RJ-45 cable to the back of the
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Advantage Thermostat Options (continued)
1. LCD screen for menu display
2. Menu Button
3. Increase and decrease push
buttons for day temperature
setpoint adjustment
4. Motion sensor allows for automatic
detection of occupancy
5. Service Port – Linker connection
LCD THERMOSTAT W/MOTION SENSOR: PIC-TS-MOTION
1
3
2
4
5
1. LCD screen for menu display
2. Menu Button
3. Increase and decrease push
buttons for day temperature
setpoint adjustment
4. CO2 sensor allows for
automatic purge mode
5. Humidity sensor allows for monitoring
6. Service Port
*Note: Requires connection to
Master diffuser and additional
connection of separate 24VAC supply
power for CO2 measurement.
Base (Receiver) Mounted in Plenum
1. LCD Screen for menu display
2. Increase and decrease push
buttons for day temperature
setpoint adjustment
3. Service Port - Linker Connection
4. Menu Button
Remote (Transmitter) User Thermostat
1. Dial Adjustment for Temperature
2. LED – 1 blink cooling mode,
2 – heating, 3 – neutral
3. Occupancy Override Button
4. Service Port
LCD THERMOSTAT W/CO2 AND HUMIDITY: PIC-TS-CO2H
WIRELESS DIAL THERMOSTAT: PIC-TS-WIRELESS
1
3
2
4
1
3
2
4
1
3
2
6
• The LCD Thermostat with Motion Sensor is powered
from the controller and has a variety of features.
• This model measures room temperature, features
an LCD screen with day Setpoint adjustment, and
motion sensor with lighting control.
• Set point limits can be adjusted using the thermostat
or, with BACnet option, over the BACnet network.
• The LCD Thermostat with Motion Sensor can be
used as a balancing tool for the Intelligent Controller
system by simply connecting the RJ-45 cable to the
back of the thermostat.
• This thermostat can also be used as a motion sensor
and enables the Unoccupied Mode (minimum
damper position) when no motion is detected. It also
has the capability to act as a lighting controller for
occupied/unoccupied schedules.
• The LCD Thermostat with CO2 and Humidity is
powered from the controller and has a variety of
features.
• This model measures room temperature, features an
LCD screen with day Setpoint adjustment, CO2 and
Humidty sensing.
• Set point limits can be adjusted using the thermostat
or, with BACnet option, over the BACnet network.
• The LCD Thermostat with CO2 and Humidity can be
used as a balancing tool for the Intelligent Controller
system by simply connecting the RJ-45 cable to the
back of the thermostat.
• This thermostat can also be used to sense CO2 and
enable the purge mode in the Advantage diffuser.
• This thermostat can also be used to sense Humidity
and can be monitored over the BACnet network.
• The Wireless Thermostat System provides both
sensor inputs and a point of control for Acutherm
controllers.
• The System consists of 2 units:
• Wireless Remote T-Stat - Transmitter - Room sensor
T-Stat with dial setpoint adjust, LED and push button.
• Wireless Base - Receiver - Unit with LCD and 3 push
buttons.
• REMOTE T-STAT and BASE units talk between each
other wirelessly in the 2.4GHz range (FCC and IC
certified). BASE unit connects to main controller using
the supplied NETC35 (35ft plenum rated CAT 5 cable
with RJ 45 connectors) cable. No other connections
are required.
• Set point limits can be adjusted using the Base
(receiver) or, with BACnet option, over the BACnet
network.

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Thermostat Installation
TECH TIP: Careful thermostat installation will reduce eld
issues! Do not twist or kink the blue CAT5 thermostat
cable. Damaged cables are difcult to troubleshoot!
Thermostat cable product code: PIC-CABLE
35 foot plenum rated cable included
with thermostat (PIC-CABLE)
General Description
The PICthermostats are all physically the same size and mounting instructions will be typical.
Location
1. The Price Intelligent Controller (PIC) Thermostats must be mounted to a wall and wired to the PIC
controller via the supplied plenum rated 35ft CAT-5 cable. This cable plugs into the thermostat
and the PIC controller with the ease of RJ-45 connections. Note: the cable run can be extended
to 70 ft using a Price cable coupler and additional 35ft cable.
2. Mount the required thermostat in a place that is convenient for the end user, but the following
should be taken into consideration:
• Do not mount a thermostat in direct sunlight i.e. across from a window where heat can alter
thetemperature reading.
• Should not be installed on an outside wall.
• Keep away from hot equipmentlike computers, monitors and heaters etc.
• Ensure nothing will restrict vertical air circulationto the thermostat. (Do Not Cover)
• ***Ensure wall is NOT pressurized! Hot/cold air from a pressurized wall will direct blow
onto the thermostat’s temperature sensor causing ‘bad’ readings. ***
Installation
1. The back plate on each thermostat is removable and can be mounted to a standard electrical box
or directly to drywall using anchors supplied by others.
2. Run the CAT-5 cable through the center hole in the plate. Connect the cable to the thermostat,
and then secure the thermostat onto the wall plate inserting the top portion of the thermostat rst,
and then snapping the bottom half in.
3. All thermostats will come equipped with a 0.050” Allen key for the set screw at the bottom.
1.25”
(32)
Wall Fasteners
by others
Surface Mount Detail
Thermostat Installation
General Description
The Advantage thermostats are all physically the same size
and mounting instructions will be typical.
Location
1. Thermostats must be mounted to a wall and wired to the
controller via the supplied NETC35 (35ft plenum rated CAT
5 cable with RJ 45 connectors) cable. This cable plugs
into the thermostat and the Advantage with the ease of
RJ-45 connections. Note: the cable run can be extended
to 70 ft using a NETCC cable coupler and additional
NETC35 ft cable.
2. Mount the required thermostat in a place that is
convenient for the end user, but the following should be
taken into consideration:
• Do not mount a thermostat in direct sunlight i.e.
across from a window where heat can alter the
temperature reading.
• Should not be installed on an outside wall.
• Keep away from hot equipment like computers,
monitors and heaters etc.
• Ensure nothing will restrict vertical air circulation to the
thermostat (Do not cover).
• Ensure wall is not pressurized! Hot/cold air from a
pressurized wall will direct blow onto the thermostat’s
temperature sensor causing ‘bad’ readings.
Installation
1. The back plate on each thermostat is removable and can
be mounted to a standard electrical box or directly to
drywall using anchors supplied by others.
2. Run the NETC35 cable through the center hole in the
plate. Connect the cable to the thermostat, then secure
the thermostat onto the wall plate inserting top portion of
the thermostat first, then snapping the bottom half in.
3. All thermostats will come equipped with a 0.050” Allen key
for the set screw at the bottom.
WALL FASTENERS
BY OTHERS
1.25” (32)
SURFACE MOUNT DETAIL
NETC35 35 FOOT PLENUM RATED CABLE - INCLUDED
TECH TIP
Careful thermostat installation will reduce field issues! Do not
twist or kink the blue NETC35 thermostat cable. Damaged
cables are difficult to troubleshoot!

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BACnet NETWORK OPTION
Native BACnet is available on each master Advantage diffuser. See page 26 for more details
INSTALLATION
Align the pressure ports on the DMS collar to the control panel
side of the diffuser. Align the flex elbow such that the duct
enters from the control panel side of the diffuser. See DMS
Manual for details.
CAUTION
For accurate flow measurement, the DMS must be installed
with correct alignment between diffuser, DMS collar, and flex
elbow.
DIFFUSER AIR FLOW MEASUREMENT OPTION
The DMS air flow measurement sensor may be added to the Advantage to measure the air flow out of the diffuser. The DPS collar
with SP300 multipoint sensor aligned with the flex elbow provides accurate measurment of air flow throughout the VAV diffuser
operating range. In conjuction with the BACnet Interface option, the measured air flow from each diffuser is available to the
BACnet network using object AV41.
BACnet RJ45 connectors BACnet screw terminals
Terminal resistor dip switch
MAC address
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Initial Setup
LCD Thermostats Only
When the LCD thermostat is powered from the Advantage, it
will display the following information on power up:
Day Setpoint Adjustment
Increase and decrease push buttons for day set point
adjustment
DAY SETPOINT
75.0° F
DAY SETPOINT
SAVING...
CONTROLLER
LCD THERMOSTAT
STANDARD MODEL Displays firmware version of thermostat
LCD THERMOSTAT
VERSION X.XX
LOADING
XX% Loading parameters
VAV DIFFUSER
VERSION X.XX
SEQUENCE
XXXX Displays sequence programmed into stat
INLET SIZE
XX INCHES Displays inlet size
MAC ADDRESS
XXX Displays current Mac Address
DEVICE INST. XXXXXXX Displays current Device Instance
ROOM TEMP
75.O F (For example)

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Information Menu LCD Stats Only
The info menu shows information about the controller status regarding room load, damper position and BACnet address info. No
values can be changed from this menu and it is not locked or protected in any way.
The Info Menu is accessed by pressing the Menu button, scroll through with Up and Down buttons.
CONTROL MODULE
2
1. Manual Adjustment at Diffuser
2. Adjustment at Thermostat
OCCUPANCY
ON-CONTACT Occupancy – The Occupancy can be determined by contact closure, motion or by a user pressing a button.
COOLING MODE
LOAD -100%
Room Load
· Cooling Mode is shown as a load from -1 to -100%. (-100% = max).
· Heating Mode is shown as a load from 0 to 100%. (+100% = max).
· Dead band Mode will be shown as 0%, where the room is satisfied.
SUPPLY AIR TEMP
85.0 °F
Duct Temp (S.A.T) Measurement
· If no supply probe is present, LCD will display No Probe.
· If supply probe present, LCD will display temperature.
AIR FLOW
200 cfm
Air Flow Measurement
· If no DMS flow option is present, item will not display
· If DMS flow option is present, LCD will display air flow rate
DAMPER POS.
50%
Damper Position
· This indicates the current position of the damper in percent (%).
· Range is 0-100% (100% = full open or maximum air).
DAMPER TARGET
50%
Target (damper target % in VVT mode)
· Shows the current flow target in % (VVT).
CO2 READING
300 ppm
CO2 Measurement
· If no CO2/Humidity tstat connected, item will not display
· If CO2/Humidity tstat is connected, LCD will display CO2
HUMIDITY READING
65%
Humidity Measurement
· If no CO2/Humidity tstat connected, item will not display
· If CO2/Humidity tstat is connected, LCD will display CO2
MAC ADDRESS
10
MAC Address (MAC address must be unique on the network segment)
· Shows the BACnet MAC address. Range 1-99.
· MAC Address can be set via dip switch.
· If no BACnet module attached, LCD will display MAC address None.
DEVICE INST.
210
Device Instance (Instance must be ‘globally’ unique on your site)
· Displays controller’s BACnet Device Instance (if BACnet is attached).
· Device Instance can range from 0 – 4,194,303.
POWER FREQ
60 HZ
Device Power Frequency Setting
· Displays controller frequency setting.
· Must be set to match frequency of the supply power.
ADVANTAGE APP
SQUARE
Advantage Application Model
· Displays model (geometry) of Advantage diffuser.
PRESS MENU
TO EXIT
Exit – This will exit the info menu if you select Yes.
Note: Info menu will automatically time out after 60 seconds.

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Service Menu
LCD Stats Only
The Service Menu allows the balancer/installer to access to the controller setup to change settings. For example setting flows,
heating outputs, etc.
Hold down Menu button for 5 seconds; display will show ‘Passcode:’ Use the Up and Down buttons to enter the password in
this sequence: Down, Up, Up, Down
BALANCING
Balancing
· Allows you to force damper open/close/min/max
· See page 16
VVT
VVT
· Allows you to set limits (%) in VVT mode
· See page 17
SETPOINT
Setpoint
· Setup of Setpoint limits (day minimum/maximum)
· °F / °C selection
· See page 18
INPUT
Input
· Shows supply air temperature reading
· Shows if VAV and BACnet modules are attached
· See page 19
OUTPUT
Output
· Allows setup of Aux Binary, Analog outputs
· Allows setup of room light output (motion stat only)
· See page 20-21
BACNET
BACnet
· Allows setup of BACnet addresses
· MAC address, Device Instance Baud Rate
· See page 22
STAT SETUP
Stat Setup
· Allows setup of LCD back lighting, sounds, motion sensor
· Adjustment of HVAC and room lighting timeouts
· See page 23
CO2 SETTINGS CO2 Settings
· Only available with LCD Tstat with CO2 and Humidity (See page 11)
PRESS MENU
TO EXIT
Exit – This will exit the info menu if you select Yes
Note: Info menu will automatically time out after 60 seconds

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BALANCING

DPR. OVERIRIDE*
DISABLED DPR. OVERRIDE GOTO COOL MIN
Cool Min
Chases cool min flow
 
DPR. OVERRIDE
GOTO COOL MAX
Cool Max
Chases cool max flow

DPR. OVERRIDE
GOTO HEAT MIN
Heat Min
Chases heat min flow

DPR. OVERRIDE
GOTO HEAT MAX
Heat Min
Chases heat min flow

DPR. OVERRIDE
GOTO NEUTRAL
Neutral Flow
Chases neutral flow

DPR. OVERRIDE
GOTO FULL OPN
Full Open
Force damper full open

DPR. OVERRIDE
GOTO FULL CLO
Full Close
Force damper full close
PRESS MENU
TO EXIT
Exit – This will exit the info menu if you select Yes
Note: Info menu will automatically time out after 60 seconds
Balancing Menu
Scroll through with Up and Down buttons, press Menu button to apply your changes *---wait---* will display as changes are applied.
TARGET
100%
POS.
60%
· Display shows current
target & position
· Allow 1-5 minutes
for damper to meet
target within 5 %
· Advantage will remain
in this mode until
user exits the menu

*Also available over BACnet network if diffuser has BACnet option installed.
VAV diffusers are balanced in the full open position. Use the >BALANCING >DPR. OVERRIDE >GOTO FULL OPN to open the
diffuser. Remember to release the override when balancing is complete.
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VVT Menu
Pressure Dependent Mode
Scroll through with Up and Down buttons, press Menu button to apply your changes *---wait---* will display as changes are applied.

VVT
DPR. COOL MIN*
0%
Cool Min Flow
· Cool Min Flow in %
· Range: 0-100% Default: 0%
DPR. COOL MAX.*
100%
Cool Max Flow
· Cool Min Flow in %
· Range: 0-100% Default: 100%
DPR. HEAT MIN*
0%
Heat Min Flow
· Heat Min Flow in %
· Range 0-100% Default: 0%
DPR.HEAT MAX*
100%
Heat Max Flow
· Heat Max Flow in %
· Range 0-100% Default: 100%
DPR. NEUTRAL
0%
Neutral Flow
· Sets the neutral flow
· Range 0-100% Default: 0%
UNOCC DPR POS*
0%
Unocc Dpr Pos
· When Advantage is unoccupied damper will ‘rest’ at this position
· Range: 0-100% Default: 0%
INLET SIZE*
10 INCHES
Inlet Size
· Size of the diffuser inlet (factory set)
K FACTOR*
1500
K Factor
· If no DMS flow option is present, item will not display
· Air flow calibration factor see DMS manual for more details
AIR FLOW*
200 cfm
Air Flow Measurement
· If no DMS flow option is present, item will not display
· If DMS flow option is present, LCD will display air flow rate
FLOW UNITS*
cfm
Air Flow Measurement
· If no DMS flow option is present, item will not display
· Units of measure for air flow adjustable to ‘cfm’, ‘l/s’, or ‘cmh’
PRESS MENU
TO EXIT
Exit – This will exit the info menu if you select Yes
Note: Info menu will automatically time out after 60 seconds
*Also available over BACnet network if diffuser has BACnet option installed.