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TM_VRAF_VAV12.21.003

 

Contents 

1. About your VAV12 Controls System ................................................................................................................... 4

 

1.1 Compatibility ................................................................................................................................................ 4

 

1.2 Simple and Upgradable ................................................................................................................................ 4

 

1.3 Plug & Play .................................................................................................................................................... 4

 

1.4 Html User Interface ...................................................................................................................................... 4

 

1.5 Remote Access ............................................................................................................................................. 4

 

2. How to Connect to the System ........................................................................................................................... 5

 

2.1 Direct Connection via Wi-Fi .......................................................................................................................... 5

 

2.2 Direct Connection via your LAN ................................................................................................................... 6

 

2.3 Connection via Mothership (Recommended) .............................................................................................. 7

 

3.4 Using the Mothership Cloud Service ............................................................................................................ 7

 

3. VAV12 Operating Instructions Using the User Interface .................................................................................... 8

 

3.1 Changing the System Mode ......................................................................................................................... 8

 

3.2 Notes on Dynamic Energy Recovery ............................................................................................................ 8

 

3.3 Set the Optional Countdown Timer ............................................................................................................. 9

 

3.4 Optional “Cooling” and “Economy” Settings

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3.5 Setting the Global time schedule (whole system) ...................................................................................... 10

 

3.6 Setting Individual zones time schedules. ................................................................................................... 10

 

3.7 Browse to Other Systems ........................................................................................................................... 11

 

3.8 Adjusting the Settings on a Zone ................................................................................................................ 11

 

4. System Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................................... 12

 

5. SAI HVAC VAV12 Controls ................................................................................................................................. 14

 

5.1 SAI HVAC VAV12 Navigator ........................................................................................................................ 14

 

5.1.1 Turning the System ON and OFF ......................................................................................................... 14

 

5.1.2 Turning a Zone ON and OFF ................................................................................................................ 14

 

5.1.3 Browsing to a Zone ............................................................................................................................. 15

 

5.1.4 Changing the Temperature in a Zone ................................................................................................. 15

 

5.2 Using the Single Button Capacitive Touch Room Controller ...................................................................... 15

 

5.3 Surface 7 Touchpad .................................................................................................................................... 16

 

5.4 Surface 5 Touchpad .................................................................................................................................... 17

 

6. Manufacturers Recommendations ................................................................................................................... 18

 

6.1 Return Air Filter Cleaning ........................................................................................................................... 18

 

6.2 Outdoor Unit .............................................................................................................................................. 18

 

6.3 Vents & Return Air Grill .............................................................................................................................. 18

 

6.4 Controllers .................................................................................................................................................. 18

 

7. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................ 19

 

8. Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................... 19

 

 

Summary of Contents for Compact Comfort VAV12

Page 1: ...1 Copyright SAI HVAC 2021 2022 TM_VRAF_VAV12 21 003 Compact Comfort by SAI HVAC VAV12 Controls Install Manual Series 2 ...

Page 2: ...VAC reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice Under no circumstances shall SAI HVAC be responsible for any loss of income or any special incidental consequential or indirect damages howsoever caused Warranty The contents of this document are provided as is Except as required by applicable law no warranties of any kind...

Page 3: ...untdown Timer 9 3 4 Optional Cooling and Economy Settings 9 3 5 Setting the Global time schedule whole system 10 3 6 Setting Individual zones time schedules 10 3 7 Browse to Other Systems 11 3 8 Adjusting the Settings on a Zone 11 4 System Diagnostics 12 5 SAI HVAC VAV12 Controls 14 5 1 SAI HVAC VAV12 Navigator 14 5 1 1 Turning the System ON and OFF 14 5 1 2 Turning a Zone ON and OFF 14 5 1 3 Brow...

Page 4: ...oaded without the need for you to do anything 1 4 Html User Interface The html user interface can be used on most devices with a browser from a Smartphone or tablet to PC The display results vary slightly depending on your device and browser type used Many people choose the iPad mini as their UI platform but a laptop PC or even your iPhone Samsung can be used to control your SAI HVAC product 1 5 R...

Page 5: ...s own network via Wi Fi This means you can connect the clients smart device computer to the system Please note the Wi fi Dongle supplied must be used 1 Open your Wi Fi settings on your device and select the SAI VAV network Figure 1 if multiple chatterboxes ion site check for the Mac Address on the device you are connecting to 2 The Password is chatterbox Figure 2 3 Once connected to the controls n...

Page 6: ...nd allow you access to your system NOTE Some older routers ship with UPNP disabled You should check the router instruction manual for details on how to check this setting Without UPNP enabled the system cannot connect Remember that after power failure the router may assign a different IP number to your system In this case you will need to scan the network with FING or similar program to find the n...

Page 7: ...in page titled Your Local Devices with the Mac Address and system description You can click this link to go straight to the User Interface without having to log in Figure 9 4 Once you have received notice of your User Name and Password the client can go to the log in page enter the details then press Login to access their system outside of their LAN 5 The next screen that launches will have a list...

Page 8: ...on of external walls and roof to room volume is significantly higher and the additional thermal mass of the central area reduces the rate at which heat is gained or lost The dynamic energy recovery algorithm intervenes when a perimeter zone calls for heating or cooling it then measures the return air temperature positioned din the large central zone to apply a proprietary algorithm that calculates...

Page 9: ... system then requires a re start This feature is designed as a safe guard for properties where the air conditioning can be left on while not required Figure 12 Anytime there is an on event on the system in any zone the system will continue to operate This feature is most often used in combination with occupancy sensors When applied in this fashion you can move through your home the system automati...

Page 10: ... wish to set the time schedule for Figure 14 2 Press the Schedules button Figure 14 3 Zone time schedules page launches 4 Select from 2 schedules Schedule A and Schedule B Figure 14 5 After selecting your schedule select which days and times you wish to turn on and off your zone Purple arrow Figure 14 6 Press the Home button when you have completed your selections Figure 15 or select another zone ...

Page 11: ...led You can select which system you wish to control from here Figure 11 3 8 Adjusting the Settings on a Zone To change the temperature setpoint in a zone 1 Select the zone you wish to adjust 2 Adjust either up or down to select the desired temperature Temperature setpoint slider Temperature setpoint and room temperature display Figure 15 Zone temperature adjust brochure ...

Page 12: ...ppear in the bottom right corner figure 19 The diagnostic button will appear in the same place regardless of which zone you select or if you select System Overview This will launch the diagnostics screen figure 20 Please note The information shown in the diagnostic page will be specific to the System Overview or the particular zone selected There is no system summary page that shows diagnostic inf...

Page 13: ...13 Copyright SAI HVAC 2021 2022 TM_VRAF_VAV12 21 003 Figure 20 Diagnostics Screen brochure ...

Page 14: ...m ON and OFF Press the ON OFF Button when on the main screen to turn all zones ON or OFF 5 1 2 Turning a Zone ON and OFF Press the ON OFF Button when in the zone screen to turn an individual zone ON or OFF Set Button Navigate Left Navigate Right Current Mode Current Temperature Navigate Up On Off Navigate Down Temperature Set Point ...

Page 15: ... Using the Single Button Capacitive Touch Room Controller The Single button room controller is an easy to use on off controller for your room or zone It has a built in temperature sensor with a central button for turning a zone on or off If the zone is switched off the LED indicator around the capacitive touch button will be turned off Otherwise the LED indicator has three different colours that s...

Page 16: ...16 Copyright SAI HVAC 2021 2022 TM_VRAF_VAV12 21 003 5 3 Surface 7 Touchpad Capacitive Touch Buttons Page Navigation ...

Page 17: ...17 Copyright SAI HVAC 2021 2022 TM_VRAF_VAV12 21 003 5 4 Surface 5 Touchpad The Surface 5 functionality can be directly related back to the GUI information ...

Page 18: ...nstaller for a replacement filter a charge will apply 6 2 Outdoor Unit Do not place any object in front of the condenser Keep free of grass leaves and any other form of debris This will allow for proper air flow and ensure unit efficiency 6 3 Vents Return Air Grill Regular cleaning of the return air grill and air vents is recommended This will prevent build up of dust and dirt 6 4 Controllers Clea...

Page 19: ...tioner does not operate Has the mode been set correctly Is at least one zone ON Has the setpoint for ON zones been set low enough for cooling or high enough for heating Has the circuit breaker been tripped The air conditioner does not cool heat effectively Has the mode been set correctly Are all the windows and doors closed Are the filters dirty Are the intake or outlet vents of the outdoor unit o...

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