Venstar T2900 User manual

Venstar Inc. 08/07
Meets Commercial California Title 24
Use with most Air Conditioning & Heating Systems including: 1 or 2 Stage
Electric Cooling & 3 Stage Gas Heating, Heat Pump, Electric or Hydronic Heat.
HEAT
COOL HEAT
PUMP
Digital
Thermostat
PROGRAMMABLE
up to 3-heat
& 2-cool
7-DAY
Digital
Thermostat
PROGRAMMABLE
up to 3-heat
& 2-cool
7-DAY
THERMOSTAT
T2900
commercial
Control up to 3 Heat &
2 Cool Stages
3 Configurable Outputs
Timers & Deadbands
Backlit Display & Button
Legends
Aux Heat Indicator
Dry Contact Equipped
Accepts Comfort Call
Phone Control Accessory
Adjustable 2nd & 3rd Stage
Outdoor Sensor Ready with
High/Low Readouts for the Day
Set Point Limiting
Accepts EZ Programmer
Economizer Control
Preoccupancy Fan Purge
Remote Averaging
Programmable Output
Light Activation Equipped
Accepts Optional Humidity Module:
Controls Humidification,
Dehumidification and Reheat
Accepts Optional IR Remote Control
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

Page i
NOTE: Due to variations in environmental conditions, it is not
always possible to achieve the desired humidification or
dehumidification setpoint.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Follow the Installation Instructions before proceeding.
Set the thermostat mode to “OFF” prior to changing
settings in setup or restoring Factory Defaults.
NEVER PUT MORE THAN ONE
JUMPER ON THE SAME MISC
JUMPER BLOCK!
THIS MAY DAMAGE YOUR
THERMOSTAT AND VOID
YOUR WARRANTY.
CAUTION
C
c
F
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Tested to Comply
with FCC Standards
Thermostat T2900
4Z95
CAUTION
MISC3 MISC3
OK

8
2
1
3
6
7
4
5
Preparation
Remove & Replace the
Old Thermostat
Configuring the MISC
Outputs
Sample Wiring
Diagrams
Calibrating the
Thermostat Sensors
Test Operation
TroubleShooting
Page iii
Table of Contents
Wire Connections

Page 1.1
SECTION 1
Preparation
1
Assemble tools
Flat Blade
Screwdriver
Wire cutter
& Stripper
Make sure your Heater/Air Conditioner is working
properly before beginning installation of the
thermostat.
Carefully unpack the thermostat. Save the screws,
bracket, and instructions.
Turn off the power to the Heating/Air Conditioning
system at the main fuse panel. Most residential
systems have a separate breaker for disconnecting
power to the furnace.
Proper installation of the thermostat will be
accomplished by following these step by step
instructions. If you are unsure about any of these
steps, call a qualified technician for assistance.
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AUTO
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AUTO
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AUTO
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SECTION 2
Remove & Replace the Old Thermostat
2
Remove the cover of the old thermostat.
If it does not come off easily check for screws.
Loosen the screws holding the thermostat
base or subbase to the wall, and lift away.
Disconnect the wires from the old thermostat.
Tape the ends of the wires as you disconnect
them, and mark them with the letter of the
terminal for easy reconnection to the new
thermostat.
Keep the old thermostat for reference purposes
until your new thermostat is functioning properly.
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AUTO
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AUTO
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COOL
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AUTO
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Page 3.1
Section 3 Contents:
Configuring the Jumpers........3.2
Explanation of Jumper
Settings..................................3.3
SECTION 3
Configuring the MISC Outputs

3
Configuring the Jumpers
ECON
Page 3.2
For additional flexibility, your thermostat has three configurable
outputs. These outputs are designed to have different functions
depending on how the jumpers are set (below).
Each output, labeled MISC1, MISC2, and MISC3 may be set for one
of the six choices available.
In the diagram below, the MISC3 jumper has been set for HUM*
(humidification) operation, the MISC2 jumper has been set for
DEHUM* (dehumidification) operation, and the MISC1 jumper has
been set for PROG (programmable) operation.
NEVER PUT MORE THAN
ONE JUMPER ON THE SAME
MISC JUMPER BLOCK!
DOING SO MAY DAMAGE
YOUR THERMOSTAT AND
VOID THE WARRANTY.
MISC3 MISC3
OK
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2 MISC1
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
CAUTION
*The Humidity Module (sold separately) must
be installed to operate a humidification
and/or dehumidification system.
CK1
CKGND
ECON
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2 MISC1
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
W1
Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
W2
MISC1
RS2
RSGND
MISC3
RS+5
INSTALL HUMIDITY
MODULE WITH SENSING
ELEMENT OUTWARD
HUM NO HUM
1
2
4
6
8
X
Z
1
5
7
9
Y
3

PROG JUMPER SETTING
If the jumper for MISC1, MISC2, or MISC3 is set to PROG,
terminal on the backplate will control a pilot relay or other accessory.
the corresponding MISC screw
Page 3.3
The 3rd Stage of Heat is turned on when:
(A) The 1st and 2nd stages have been on for the time required (steps 27
and 28, page 13.6). It is adjustable from 0-60 minutes and the default
is two minutes.
(B) The temperature from the setpoint is equal to or greater than: the set-
point plus the 1st stage deadband (step #24, 13.5), plus the 2nd stage
deadband (step #25, 13.5) plus the 3rd stage deadband (step #26,
13.5). This 3rd stage deadband is adjustable from 0-10 degrees and
the default is two degrees.
W3 JUMPER SETTING
If the jumper for MISC1, MISC2, or MISC3 is set to W3, the corresponding MISC
screw terminal on the backplate will control a third stage of heat.
Explanation of Jumper Settings
And
Heat
Setpoint
Cool
Setpoint
Deadband Deadband DeadbandDeadbandDeadband
db 1 db 1db 2 db 2db 3 (adj. 1-6 )(adj. 0-10 )(adj. 0-10 ) (adj. 0-10 )(adj. 1-6 )
1st Stage
turn on
2nd Stage
turn on
3rd Stage
turn on
1st Stage
turn on
2nd Stage
turn on
Heating
Cooling
TEMPERATURE
DECREASE INCREASE
W3 MULTI-STAGE OPERATION EXPLAINED - SECTION 13 of the Owner’s
Manual
This jumper setting allows the MISC outputs to control a pilot relay by time,
temperature, or a signal from the Internet/Phone. The following are three
possible scenarios:
By Time: A device that requires a start and stop time. An example
of this would be an exterior lighting system that needed to be
energized every day between the hours of 8pm and 1am.
By Temperature: An exhaust fan that needs to energize whenever
the temperature from RS2 rises above 90 degrees F.
By Remote: Remotely arming a security system through the web or phone.
PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT - SECTION 14 of the Owner’s Manual
3

HUMIDIFICATION OPERATION - SECTION 9 of the Owner’s Manual
If your HVAC unit is equipped with a humidification system and the Humidity
Module (sold separately) has been installed, the thermostat will provide power
to the MISC1, MISC2, or MISC3 terminal of the thermostat when the humidity in
the home falls below the humidity setpoint you have chosen. The value for this
setpoint ranges from 0% to 60%. If no humidity is desired or if a humidification
system has not been installed, set the value to OFF.
Page 3.4
DEHUM JUMPER SETTING
HUM JUMPER SETTING
If the jumper for MISC1, MISC2, or MISC3 is set to HUM,
terminal on the backplate will control a humidification system.
the corresponding MISC screw
Explanation of Jumper Settings (continued)
If the jumper for MISC1, MISC2, or MISC3 is set to DEHUM,
terminal on the backplate will be connected to the dehumidification terminal of a furnace board.
NOTE: Not all furnaces have a dehumidification terminal.
the corresponding MISC screw
DEHUMIDIFICATION OPERATION - SECTION 10 of the Owner’s Manual
If your HVAC unit is equipped with a dehumidification system the thermostat will
operate in one of two ways.
1) Normally Closed (NC): The thermostat will de-energize the MISC1, MISC2,
or MISC3 terminal of the thermostat (this MISC terminal is connected to the
DEHUM terminal on your furnace) to allow the fan to run in low speed when
the humidity in the home is above the dehumidify setpoint you have chosen
and there is a call for 1st stage cooling.
2) Normally Open (NO): The thermostat will energize the MISC1, MISC2, or
MISC3 terminal of the thermostat (this MISC terminal is connected to the
DEHUM terminal on your furnace) to allow the fan to run in low speed when
the humidity in the home is above the dehumidify setpoint you have chosen
and there is a call for 1st stage cooling.
3

ECON JUMPER SETTING
If the jumper for MISC2 and MISC3 is set to ECON,
MISC screw terminal on the backplate will be connected to an economizer.
the corresponding
ECONOMIZER OPERATION - If your HVAC unit is equipped with an
economizer system, the thermostat will provide power to the MISC1, MISC2,
or MISC3 terminal of the thermostat when the thermostat is in an occupied
time period. The MISC1, MISC2, or MISC3 terminal will be de-energized
when the thermostat is in an unoccupied time period.
Y2 JUMPER SETTING
If the jumper for MISC1 is set to Y2 the
second stage of cooling.
MISC1 screw terminal on the backplate will control a
Y2 OPERATION - SECTION 13 of the Owner’s Manual
Control up to two Cool stages.
The 2nd Stage of heat or cool is turned on when:
(A) The 1st Stage has been on for the time required (step #27,
page 13.6). It is adjustable from 0-60 minutes and the default
is two minutes.
(B) The temperature spread from the setpoint is equal to or greater
than: the setpoint plus the deadband (step #24, page 13.5), plus
the 2nd deadband (step #25, page 13.5). This 2nd deadband is
adjustable from 0-10 degrees and the default is two degrees.
Page 3.5
Explanation of Jumper Settings (continued)
And
Cool
Setpoint
DeadbandDeadband
db 1 db 2
(adj. 0-10 )(adj. 1-6 )
1st Stage
turn on
2nd Stage
turn on
Cooling
TEMPERATURE INCREASE
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Page 4.1
SECTION 4
Wire Connections
4
If the terminal designations on your old thermostat
do not match those on the new thermostat, refer
to the chart below, or the wiring diagrams
that follow.
Wire from the
old thermostat
terminal marked Function
Install on the
new thermostat
connector marked
G or F Fan G
Y1, Y or C Cooling Y1
W1, W or H Heating W1/O/B
PowerRh, R, M, Vr, A R
C
O/B
C
Common
Rev. Valve
W2 2nd Stage Heat
RS+5 Remote Sensor +5vdc
Remote Sensor Signal
CKGND Dry Contact Switch 2
RS+5
RS1RS1
RSGND Remote Sensor Ground RSGND
CK1 Dry Contact Switch 1 CK1
CKGND
W2
MISC1
MISC2
MISC3
MISC1
MISC2
MISC3
RS2 RS2
Remote Sensor Signal #2
Configurable Output #1
Configurable Output #2
Configurable Output #3
* O/B is used if your system is a Heat Pump.
** For instructions on connecting these terminals see page 15.2
of the Owner’s Manual.
RS+5**
RS1**
RSGND**
W1/O/B*
RS2**
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Page 5.1
Section 5 Contents:
HVAC Equipment Wiring............5.2
MISC1, MISC2, and MISC3
Wiring........................................5.6
Remote Sensor and CK1-CK2
wiring for Time Clock...............5.8
SECTION 5
Sample Wiring Diagrams
5

Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
CK1
CKGND
W1/O/B
MISC1
RS+5
RS1
RSGND
W2
6 Conductor 18 gauge
unshielded cable from the
thermostat to the equipment.
24 vac return
Fan relay
Compressor relay
1st stage heat circuit
W1
W2 GRC
Y1
RS2
6 Wire, 1 Stage Cooling, 1 Stage Heat
24 vac common
2nd stage heat circuit
MISC3
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
Residential & Commercial 1 Stage Cooling,
with 1st Stage Gas Heat
Commercial Heat Pump 1 Stage Cooling
with 2 Stage Heat
OR
Page 5.2
5
CK1
CKGND
ECON
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2 MISC1
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
W1
Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
W2
MISC1
RS2
MISC3
RSGND
RS+5
INSTALLHUMIDITY
MODULEWITH SENSING
ELEMENTOUTWARD
HUM NOHUM
RS1

Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
CK1
CKGND
W1/O/B
MISC1
RS+5
RS1
RSGND
W2
6 Conductor 18 gauge
unshielded cable from the
thermostat to the equipment.
24 vac return
Fan relay
Compressor relay
1st stage heat circuit
W1
W2 GR C
Y1
RS2
Residential & Commercial 1 Stage Cooling,
with 1st Stage Electric Heat
6 Wire, 1 Stage Cooling, 1 Stage Heat
24 vac common
2nd stage heat circuit
MISC3
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
Page 5.3
5
CK1
CKGND
ECON
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2 MISC1
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
W1
Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
W2
MISC1
RS2
MISC3
RSGND
RS+5
INSTALLHUMIDITY
MODULEWITH SENSING
ELEMENTOUTWARD
HUM NOHUM
RS1

Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
CK1
CKGND
W1/O/B
MISC1
RS+5
RS1
RSGND
W2
6 Conductor 18 gauge
unshielded cable from the
thermostat to the equipment.
24 vac return
Fan Relay
Compressor Relay
Reversing Valve
O
W2 GR C
Y1
RS2
Residential Heat Pump with O Reversing
Valve 1 Stage Cooling, with 2 Stage Heat
6 Wire, 1 Stage Cooling, 2 Stage Heat
24 vac common
2nd stage heat circuit
MISC3
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
Page 5.4
5
CK1
CKGND
ECON
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2 MISC1
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
W1
Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
W2
MISC1
RS2
MISC3
RSGND
RS+5
INSTALLHUMIDITY
MODULEWITH SENSING
ELEMENTOUTWARD
HUM NOHUM
RS1

Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
CK1
CKGND
W1/O/B
MISC1
RS+5
RS1
RSGND
W2
6 Conductor 18 gauge
unshielded cable from the
thermostat to the equipment.
24 vac return
W2 GR C
Y1
RS2
Residential Heat Pump with b Reversing
Valve 1 Stage Cooling, with 2 Stage Heat
6 Wire, 1 Stage Cooling, 2 Stage Heat
24 vac common
2nd stage heat circuit
MISC3
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
Fan Relay
Compressor Relay
Reversing Valve
Page 5.5
5
b
CK1
CKGND
ECON
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2 MISC1
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
W1
Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
W2
MISC1
RS2
MISC3
RSGND
RS+5
INSTALLHUMIDITY
MODULEWITH SENSING
ELEMENTOUTWARD
HUM NOHUM
RS1

Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
CK1
CKGND
W1/O/B
MISC1
RS+5
RS1
RSGND
W2
2nd Stage Cooling
Y2 W3
RS2
Adding a (MISC1), Exterior Lighting
System (MISC2), and 3rd Stage of Heating (MISC3)
2nd Stage of Cooling
3rd Stage Heat
MISC3
Exterior Lighting
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2 MISC1
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
Page 5.6
5
ECON
CK1
CKGND
ECON
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2 MISC1
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
W1
Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
W2
MISC1
RS2
MISC3
RSGND
RS+5
INSTALLHUMIDITY
MODULE WITH SENSING
ELEMENTOUTWARD
HUM NOHUM
RS1

CK1
CKGND
HP
GAS
B
O
ELEC
GAS
(FAN)
W1
Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
W2
MISC1
RS2
MISC3
RSGND
RS+5
INSTALLHUMIDITY
MODULE WITH SENSING
ELEMENTOUTWARD
HUM NOHUM
ECON
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2 MISC1
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
RS1
Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
CK1
CKGND
W1/O/B
MISC1
RS+5
RS1
RSGND
W2
RS2
Adding a Humidification System* (MISC1), Dehumidification System* (MISC2), and
controlling an Economizer (MISC3).
MISC3
Page 5.7
5
W3
PROG
HUM
DEHUM
MISC3 MISC2
Y2
(MISC1
ONLY)
MISC1
ECON
Economizer
Dehumidification
System
Humidification
System
*Requires Humidity Module.
HUM
NO HUM
1
2
4
6
8
X
Z
1
5
7
9
Y
3
Humidity Module
(Sold Separately)
1
2
4
6
8
X
Z
1
5
7
9
Y
3

DRY CONTACT SWITCH - The terminals are ‘normally open’ (may be programmed for
normally closed operation, see page 16.2 of the Owner’s Manual). Closing or
completing the circuit will cause the thermostat to do one of the following:
1) If Occupied 1 is selected in step #41 of the Advanced Setup (see page 16.4 of Owner’s
Manual), when the dry contact is energized the thermostat will be forced into Occupied 1
setpoints (see Section 6 of Owner’s Manual).
2) If Service Pan is selected, when the dry contact is energized the thermostat will lockout
Y1 (compressor) and write Service Pan on the display.
Page 5.8
5
CK1 and CK2 terminals wired to a Time Clock
Y1
G
R
C
MISC2
CK1
CKGND
W1/O/B
MISC1
RS+5
RS1
RSGND
W2
RS2
MISC3
12
11
10
9
8
765
4
3
2
1
For instructions on wiring the optional Remote and Outdoor
Sensors, please see page 15.2 of the Owner’s Manual