Installation Guide
ENV-VST-C
ViewStat Color Communicating Thermostat
ATTENTION: READ THIS FIRST!
For more detailed installation, configuration, programming, and operating
instructions, refer to the
ViewStat Color Communicating Thermostat
Operation/Reference Guide
available on-line at www.amx.com.
FIG. 1
ENV-VST-C ViewStat Color Communicating Thermostat
Overview
The ViewStat Color Communicating Thermostat (FIG. 1) provides the current
temperature (from an on-board sensor, a remote sensor, or an average of the
on-board and remote sensors), controls and displays humidity, and displays the
current outdoor temperature. The thermostat displays this information on a 3.5"
(8.89 cm) color display. In addition, the thermostat provides the current day's
weather forecast along with a five-day forecast, when connected to an
Internet-enabled Master. The forecast information is driven from AMX’s
i!-Weather application. A three-year subsciption to i!-Weather is included with
purchase of the thermostat.
Specifications
Installing a Remote Sensor
Follow these steps to install the remote sensor:
1.
Drill a 1/4" hole into the drywall where you want to install the sensor.
2.
Fish the cable that connects to the sensor through the 1/4" hole in the wall
until the edge of the sensor, where the cord meets the sensor, is flush
against the wall.
3.
Apply caulk, drywall putty, insulation, or any other appropriate sealant to
the hole in the wall around the sensor to seal the hole.
4.
Attach the connecting wires from the sensor to the S1 and S2 terminals on
the thermostat.
Note:
You can use a maximum of 300 ft (91.44 m) of 18 AWG wire for
connecting the indoor/outdoor remote sensor to the thermostat.
The thermostat automatically defaults to using the on-board temperature sensor
when you install it. For information about activating the remote sensor, consult
the
Activating the External Sensor
section of the
ViewStat Color Communciating
Thermostat User Guide
.
Mounting the Base to a Wall
You should only mount the thermostat onto a sheetrock wall with the anchors
and screws provided with the unit. There are four screw holes located on the
base of the thermostat. No tools are required to disassemble the thermostat—
simply use your hands to pull the front panel off of the base.
1.
Place the base over the wire hole opening in the wall. Level the base
(leveling required for appearance only) and mark the screw hole mounting
locations.
2.
Using the supplied wall anchors, drill 1/4" hole in the center of the marked
locations, and tap the wall anchors into the holes. If using the supplied
screws only, drill a 3/32" hole in the center of the marked locations.
Note:
Minimize the wire entry hole size and seal. Drafts from inside the wall
could affect temperature readings.
3.
Fasten the base to the wall with the supplied screws.
4.
Seal the wire entry with caulk, drywall putty, or insulation.
Wiring the Thermostat
Note:
A qualified HVAC technician should perform these steps to ensure proper
termination.
1.
Make sure the HVAC system power is off.
2.
Strip 1/4" (0.63 cm) of insulation from each wire you are using.
3.
Secure the wires into the terminals on the base according to the
appropriate wiring diagram. Use color-coding practices (i.e. white wire to W
terminal) whenever possible.
4.
Check each wire to ensure it is securely fastened, not broken, and any
exposed wires are not touching each other.
ViewStat Color Communicating Thermostat Specifications
Control Voltage
24 VAC (interfaces with a power supply through the RC terminals.)
Warning:
Exceeding the control voltage may cause damage to
the thermostat.
Switched
Voltage
18 – 30 VAC, 57-63 Hz
Maximum
Operating
Current
2 amps total at rated voltage, through all outputs.
1 amps through any one output.
Maximum
Surge Current
2.0 A
Internal Battery
CR2032 for maintaining real-time clock settings during a power
loss.
Control
Accuracy
±1.0° F (± 0.56° C)
±3% relative humidity
Temperature
Range
Maximum displayable indoor temperature: 40° – 99° F
(5° – 37° C)
Maximum displayable outdoor temperature: -40° – 120° F
(-40° – 49° C)
Operating
Range
32° – 122° F (0° – 50° C)
Front Panel Components:
Main LCD
display
3.5" (8.89 cm) color QVGA (320 x 240) Thin Film Transistor Liquid
Crystal Display (TFT-LCD).
Navigation
buttons
The Navigation buttons are used to change various parameters on
the thermostat, including the temperature setpoints. These
buttons are located beneath the display.
Mode/Select
button
The Mode/Select button is used to navigate through the various
thermostat screens, including the weather screens. This button is
located beneath the display.
ViewStat Color Communicating Thermostat Specifications (Cont.)
Circuit Board Components:
Communication
and HVAC
Equipment
connectors
Terminals with captive-wire connectors that connects to the
thermostat, HVAC equipment, control system, remote sensors,
and power supply.
Enclosure:
Material
White plastic and removable front panel. Panel can be painted to
match wall decor.
Warning:
If you paint the panel, do not paint over the exposed
thermistor. Doing so can cause the external temperature sensor to
work improperly.
Dimensions
(HWD)
5.31" x 3.93" x 1.18" (13.48 cm x 9.98 cm x 2.99 cm)
Weight
5.29 oz. (150 grams)
Included
Accessories
ENV-VST-C ViewStat Color Communicating Thermostat
Installation Guide (
93-2050-01
)
ENV-VST-TSO ViewStat Indoor/Outdoor Temperature sensor
(
FG2050-22)
i!-Weather application (
FG3005-20
), three-year subscription
Optional
Accessories:
ENV-VST-TSF ViewStat Indoor Flush Mount Temperature Sensor
(
FG2050-21
)
