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VisualLogic Controllers Installation and Operations Guide

© Honeywell 31-00294-03
Important safety information and installation
precautions
Read all instructions
Failure to follow all instructions may result in equipment damage or a hazardous condition. Read all instructions
carefully before installing equipment.
Local codes and practices
Always install equipment in accordance with the National Electric Code and in a manner acceptable to the local
authority having jurisdiction.
Electrostatic sensitivity
This product and its components may be susceptible to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use appropriate ESD
grounding techniques while handling the product. When possible, always handle the product by its non-electrical
components.
High voltage safety test
Experienced electricians, at first contact, always assume that hazardous voltages may exist in any wiring
system. A safety check using a known, reliable voltage measurement or detection device should be made
immediately before starting work and when work resumes.
Lightning and high-voltage danger
Most electrical injuries involving low-voltage wiring result from sudden, unexpected high voltages on normally
low-voltage wiring. Low-voltage wiring can carry hazardous high voltages under unsafe conditions. Never install
or connect wiring or equipment during electrical storms. Improperly protected wiring can carry a fatal lightning
surge for many miles. All outdoor wiring must be equipped with properly grounded and listed signal circuit
protectors, which must be installed in compliance with local, applicable codes. Never install wiring or equipment

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while standing in water.
Wiring and equipment separations
All wiring and controllers must be installed to minimize the possibility of accidental contact with other potentially
hazardous and disruptive power and lighting wiring. Never place 24VAC or communications wiring near other
bare power wires, lightning rods, antennas, transformers, or steam or hot water pipes. Never place wire in any
conduit, box, channel, duct or other enclosure containing power or lighting circuits of any type. Always provide
adequate separation of communications wiring and other electrical wiring according to code. Keep wiring and
controllers at least six feet from large inductive loads (power distribution panels, lighting ballasts, motors, etc.).
Failure to follow these guidelines can introduce electrical interference and cause the system to operate
erratically.
Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
© 2021 Honeywell. All Rights Reserved.

Alerton
715, Peachtree street NE,
Atlanta, GA 30308
Web Site: www.alerton.com
All information in this document is provided as is without warranty of any kind. Honeywell reserves the right to
change any information herein without prior notice. No guarantees are given as to the accuracy of information.
Trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and
names or their products. Alerton, BACtalk, and their logos are registered trademarks and VisualLogic is a
trademark of Honeywell. Honeywell disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than
its own.

© Honeywell 31-00294-03
TABLE OF CONTENT
Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3
About this document - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3
Related documentation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3
VLC application and operation overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
Differences between C3 and Gen4 VLCs - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
Components - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
Model identification- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
Model details - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
Cover dimensions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
Cover form A dimensions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10
Cover form B dimensions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Cover form C dimensions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Cover form D dimensions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
Installation and wiring- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
Mounting guidelines - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
Location- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
Environmental factors - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
Orientation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
Identifying terminals and terminating wire - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
Power supply terminals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14
Ground terminals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14
Common terminals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14
Universal inputs terminals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
Binary outputs (BO) terminals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
Analog outputs (AO) terminals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
MS/TP LAN communication terminals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
24 VDC source - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
NC - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
Using terminal blocks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
Power supply guidelines and requirements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
Power ratings - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
Selecting a transformer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
Power supply grounding and wiring - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
Selecting a power supply wire - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20
Inputs - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21
Electrical characteristics of Gen4 VLC input circuits- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21
Input wiring and configuration tips - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23
Outputs - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30
Binary outputs (BOs) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30
Analog outputs (AOs)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 32
Scaling inputs in software- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 34
Communications: MS/TP LAN configuration - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 37
Terminating MS/TP LAN cabling - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 37
Communications status LED - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 39
Setting the MS/TP MAC address - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 40
Configuring the VAViH-SD - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 40
Switch-selectable BACnet device ID - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 40
Switch-selectable DDC operation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 42
Using switches to function like Alerton standard DDC files - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 43
Operation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44
Identifying the software elements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44
ROC file - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44
ROC loader version - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44

DDC file name - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44

ROC files - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44
First-time ROC download - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 45
Downloading a ROC - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 45
Reverting to an older ROC - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 45
Saving and restoring configuration data - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 46
Scanning the BACnet network for devices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 46
Sending and saving data to BACtalk controllers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 47
Peer-to-peer DDC functions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 47
Supply voltage for programming- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 47
Microset II field service mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 48
Writing descriptors directly - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 48
Shutdown sequence - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 48
Description Implementation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 49
Object Name Implementation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 49
Description Implementation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 49
Object Name Implementation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 49
Differences between VLC-444/VLC-444e and other Gen4 devices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 50
Writable Object Names in VLC-444 and VLC-444e - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 53
Pre-defined Names/Descriptions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 53
VAV-E/VLC-E IOG ADDENDUM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 56
Important Changes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 56
VLC-E and VAV-E Models Detail - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 57
Point List Capacities of E Models - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 58
VAV Specific Point List Functionality (Red Lettering indicates new points) - - - - - - - - - 58
Point List Functionality (Red Lettering indicates new points) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 59
Legacy points not provided in VAV-E/VLC-E - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 59
Compatibility Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 60
Resistance Mode- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 60
Voltage Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 60
VisualLogic DDC- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 60
Alerton\Standard Diagnostic Templates - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 60
Electrical characteristics of VLC-E/VAV-E input circuits - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 61
Analog Inputs (AIs) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 62
Input Configuration BVs - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 62
Scaling VLC-E/VAV-E Inputs in the DDC Header - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 63
Binary Inputs (BIs) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 63
Analog outputs (AOs) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 63
ROC Files - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 63
Difference between VLC-E/VAV-E models and Gen4/C3 models - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 65
Setup for COV Trendlog on VAV-E/VLC-E Models - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 68

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Introduction

Introduction
This section provides information about this document, lists additional
documentation relevant to operating Alerton Gen4 VisualLogic® Controller
(VLC) devices, provides an overview of Gen4 VLC operation, and describes
how Gen4 VLCs are different from earlier model VLCs.

About this document

This document provides information about identifying Gen4 VLC components,
installing and wiring VLCs to equipment in the field, wiring VLCs to power and
communication channels, and maintaining and monitoring VLC operation.
Although the I/O configuration of VLCs vary, the electrical characteristics and
requirements of the I/Os are fundamentally the same. This guide depicts wiring
schematics for common I/O applications.
This guide does not address the following products. For information about these
products, see the documentation specifically for that product, as identified in
Table 1.
• C3-Series VLCs.
• Smoke control VLCs.
• VLCA-1688s.
• VLD-362 and VLC-362W.

• MS/TP Microset II™.

IM P O R TAN T: The VLC-444e and VLC-444 are significantly different from
other Gen4 VLC devices. These differences are described in “Differences
between VLC-444/VLC-444e and other Gen4 devices” on page 48.

Related documentation
Table 1 lists other Alerton documentation that provides additional information,
including additional information about the products described in this guide. Each
of these documents is available on the Alerton Support Network (ASN).

Tab le 1 Other documentation related to BACtalk VLCs

Document (ID) Contains

BACtalk Systems Programmer’s Information and instructions for programming DDC sequences for
Guide and Reference VLCs, setting up I/Os in software, programming data displays to
(LTBT-TM-PRGRMR) command data, peer-to-peer communications, and reference tables
that describe BACnet objects and properties.
BACtalk System Design Guide Information about sizing a network and MS/TP terminations at the VLC.
(LTBT-TM-SYSDSGN)
C3-Series VLC Installation and Information about C3-series VLCs.
Wiring Guide (LTBT-TM-VLC).
VLCA-1688 Installation and Information about VLCA-1688 devices.
Operations Guide
(LTBT-VLCA1688IOG)
Envision for BACtalk Installation and Information about scanning for devices and sending to or saving data
Startup Guide from BACtalk controllers.
(LTBT-TM-ADMIN)

Tab le 1 Other documentation related to BACtalk VLCs (continued)

Document (ID) Contains

MS/TP Microset II Installation and Describes specifications, mounting, wiring (including MS/TP LAN
Operations Guide wiring), operational overview, and other information for the MS/TP
(LTBT-MSTPMS2IOG) Microset II.
VLD-362, VLD-362W Installation and Provides information about installing and wiring a VLD to equipment,
Operations Guide (LTBT-MT- power, and communication channels. Also describes how to operate
VLDIOG) the user interface.
Smoke Control System Guidelines for Overview of smoke control and guidelines for implementing a smoke
BACtalk Systems (LTBT-MAN- control system using the VAV-SD-S, VLC-1188-S, and other BACtalk
SMOKE) products that are designed for smoke control applications.
Data Sheets: Single-sheet summary of applications, capabilities, and configuration.
LTBT-VLC-1600
LTBT-VLC-16160
LTBT-VLC-1188
LTBT-VLC-853
LTBT-VLC-853
LTBT-VLC-660R
LTBT-VLC-651R
LTBT-VLC-550
LTBT-VLC-444
LTBT-VAV-DD
LTBT-VAV-SD
LTBT-VAViH-SD
LTBT-VAV-SD2A
LTBT-VAV-DD7

VLC application and operation overview

Alerton VLCs are high-performance programmable logic controllers that are
designed for the control of building mechanical and electrical equipment. VLCs
typically control and monitor HVAC equipment such as heat pumps, fan-coils,
air conditioning units, variable air volume (VAV) boxes, air handling units,
chillers, and similar equipment. They are also suitable for any application that
requires input monitoring and output control such as irrigation, lighting, and
alarm monitoring.
VLCs are available in a variety of input/output (I/O) configurations to
accommodate virtually any application. Electrical inputs and outputs wire
directly to field equipment, and the control sequence can be programmed using
Alerton’s Visual Logic direct digital control (DDC) language.Visual Logic DDC
is programmed and downloaded to the controller using a Compass operator
workstation.
Operational information and control data is available to other building
controllers and systems through the BACnet protocol (ANSI/ASHRAE standard
135-2008). This enables VLCs to share data and execute commands initiated
from other BACnet-compliant devices.

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Introduction

Differences between C3 and Gen4 VLCs

Table 2 provides an overview of the differences between Gen4 VLCs and earlier
models and highlights some of the improvements that Gen4 VLCs offer.
Ta b le 2 Differences between Gen3 and Gen4 VLCs

Feature Description Notes

Downloadable real- Eliminates the need for daughterboards or chip See more information under “ROC
time operating code changes when upgrading firmware. files” on page 43.
(ROC) files
Peer-to-peer VLCs v4.02 and later can exchange data without a See more information under
communications global controller connected. “Peer-to-peer DDC functions” on
• Especially useful when multiple controllers are used to page 45.
control a single piece of equipment.
• Improves system reliability in the event the global
controller stops communicating.

Supply voltage AI-99 represents the unregulated DC voltage See more information under
available for resulting from rectification of the 24-volt AC supply “Supply voltage for programming”
programming voltage. on page 45.
Shutdown sequence Improvements check and protect data integrity. See more information under
“Shutdown sequence” on page 46.
AV-50 through AV-89 In Gen4 VLCs, all AVs are stored in RAM and C3 series VLCs stored these AVs
not restricted backed up in flash memory. You can write to AV-50 directly in EEPROM, which limited
through AV-89 in VLC DDC. both the number of allowable
writes and the ability to write to
these points in DDC.
BV-40 priority array BV-40 in Gen4 VLCs has a priority array. With The recommended method for
Gen4 VLC devices you can assign a schedule set using this feature in Envision for
directly to BV-40 in a VLC without having to use a BACtalk is to set up a zone object
global controller BV and global controller DDC. to manage the schedule set and
have the zone object write to BV-
40. You can place BV-40 on a
display with priority 8 and then use
it to allow continuous override of
BV-40.
More memory for DDC Gen4 VLCs include more available RAM for DDC The available RAM for DDC
support function support and more space for storing larger function support has been
DDC files in the controller than do earlier VLC increased to 248 bytes and 191
models. bits. (Version 1.15 provided 74
bytes and 39 bits.)
Allowable DDC file size has been
increased to 14080 bytes, which is
more than twice the size that is
allowed in C3 series VLCs.
Improved Microset II When custom field service mode points are C3 series VLCs allowed values
field service mode configured in Gen4 VLCs with Positive Only = yes only up to 3276.
and Decimal = no, the Microset II can be used to See more information under
adjust these point values up to a maximum of “Microset II field service mode” on
65535. page 46.
Improved status LED The status LED flash patterns are easier to For specific detail, see
patterns decipher than the VLC C3 series method, which “Communications status LED” on
simply varied the delay time between single page 37.
flashes to indicate different states.

Ta ble 2 Differences between Gen3 and Gen4 VLCs (continued)

Feature Description Notes

DDC file name and Earlier VLC models displayed this information in a See specific information under
firmware version different location. “Identifying the software elements”
properties have on page 42.
moved.
No capacitor required Gen4 VLCs do not require a capacitor on input 0. Alerton room sensors include the
on input 0. However, to prevent possible data corruption, if necessary capacitor.
you are using a C3 series VLC and there is no For room sensors purchased from
connected Microset™ , a capacitor across input 0 is another vendor, the capacitor
required. must be added separately.
It is recommended to use the
tantalum type capacitor with 4.7
µF, 10 V capacity.
To add the external capacitor,
connect capacitor's (+) lead to
input terminal (IN-0/MSET) and
capacitor's (-) lead to common
terminal (COM).
Connect the capacitor at the VLC
or at a convenient location in the
circuit where polarity can be
accurately identified and
established.
Descriptors are directly Descriptors for AI, AO, BI, BO, AV and BV objects For more information, see “Writing
writable. in Gen4 VLCs are writable using BACnet descriptors directly” on page 46.
messaging.

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Components

Components
This section describes the naming conventions for VLC devices, provides a brief
description of each Gen4 VLC device, describes how to view the firmware
version, and provides schematics with dimensions of various VLC devices.

Model identification
The product number of each VLC conveys information about its application and
configuration.
VLCs intended for use with variable air volume (VAV) boxes carry a VAV
designation rather than VLC. VAV controller designs are further designated as
follows:
• SD: Single-duct.
• DD: Dual-duct.
A VLC’s numerical designation indicates I/O capabilities. The first number
designates universal inputs, the second designates the number of binary outputs
(BOs), and the third designates the number of analog outputs (AOs). An R
designation indicates the presence of high-current relay outputs.
VLC-11 8 8-E

E Indicates that the unit

is a VLC-E & VAV-E
Eight analog outputs

Eight binary outputs

Eleven universal inputs

N O T E: Unless stated otherwise, outputs are optically coupled, 0.5A triacs,

which are connected to the 24 VAC supply.

Model details
Table 3 describes various elements of common Gen4 VLC devices.
Ta ble 3 Gen4 VLC model details

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Model Purpose Inputs Outputs
dimensions
VAV-DD Dual-duct VAV controller Four 10-bit Four ground-switched 24 VAC @ Figure 2 on
with two integral airflow resolution 0.5 A triac outputs for damper page 9
sensors (hot deck/cold universal inputs. motor control.
deck).
VAV-DD7 Dual-duct VAV controller Four 10-bit Seven binary outputs: Figure 1 on
with two integral airflow resolution Three hot switched 24 VAC @ 0.5A page 8
sensors (hot deck/cold universal inputs. triacs.
deck).
Four ground switched 24 VAC @
0.5 A for damper motor control.
VAV-SD Single-duct VAV Four 10-bit Five binary outputs: Figure 2 on
controller with an integral resolution Three hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5 page 9
airflow sensor universal inputs. A triacs.
Two ground-switched 24 VAC @
0.5 A triacs for damper motor
control.
VAViH-SD Replacement for the Five 10-bit Six binary outputs: Figure 4 on
VAVi-SD. Ships from the resolution • Four hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5 A page 10
factory with configurable universal inputs. triacs.
DDC logic already
• Two ground-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5
loaded. A triacs for damper motor control,
See more information prewired to actuator.
specific to the VAViH-
SD, including operation
under “Configuring the
VAViH-SD” on page 38.
VAV-SD2A Single-duct VAV Four 10-bit Five binary outputs, hot-switched Figure 1 on
controller with an integral universal inputs. 24 VAC @ 0.5 A triac outputs. page 8
airflow sensor. Two analog outputs, dual inline
package (DIP)-switch selectable
between 0-10 V and 0-20 mA.
VLC-1600 Input monitoring Sixteen 10-bit None. Figure 1 on
configuration, often used universal inputs. page 8
to augment the input
capabilities of other
controllers in high point-
count applications.
VLC-16160 High-density I/O Sixteen 10-bit Sixteen hot-switched 24 VAC @ Figure 3 on
configuration, typically universal inputs. 0.5 A triac outputs. page 9
used in lighting control or
other high point-count
applications.
VLC-550 Used for heat pumps, AC Five 10-bit Five hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5 A Figure 1 on
units, and other terminal universal inputs. triac outputs page 8
unit applications.

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Tab le 3 Gen4 VLC model details (continued)

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Model Purpose Inputs Outputs
dimensions
VLC-651R Used for unit ventilators, Six 10-bit Three independently isolated, Figure 1 on
fan-coils, or any universal inputs. normally open, high-current relay page 8
application that requires outputs (Form-A [N.O.] dry
multispeed fan or motor contact).
control. Two hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5 A
triac outputs.
One 0-20mA output not selectable
for 0-10 VDC.
VLC-660R Used for unit ventilators, Six 10-bit Three independently isolated, Figure 1 on
fan-coils, or any universal inputs. normally open, high-current relay page 8
application that requires outputs (Form-A [N.O.] dry
multispeed fan or motor contact).
control. Three hot-switched 24 VAC @
0.5A triac outputs.
VLC-853 Often used for central Eight universal Five hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5 A Figure 1 on
plant systems, air inputs. triac outputs. page 8
handling units, and large Three analog outputs switch-
terminal units. selectable for 0-10 VDC or 0-20 mA
VLC-1188 Often used for central Eleven universal Eight hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5 A Figure 3 on
plant systems, air inputs. triac outputs. page 9
handling units, clean Eight analog outputs DIP-switch
rooms, fume hoods, and selectable between 0-10v and 0-20
large terminal units. mA.
VLC-444 Used for variable-speed Four universal Four analog outputs: Support 0- Figure 1 on
fan coil, heat pump, and inputs. 20 mA or 0-10 VDC outputs. page 8
VLC-444e
AC unit applications. Four triac output: Hot switched,
rated for 500 mA at 30 VAC.

N O T E: For VLC-444 variants that contain AOs, changes between 0-20 mA

and 00 VDC depending on the load resistance connected. The AOs operate in 0-
20 mA current mode when a load of 550 ohms or less is connected and operate in
0-10 VDC voltage mode when the load resistance is 1000 ohms or greater

Cover dimensions
Each VLC consists of a circuit board with a plastic cover, which has screw holes
for mounting. Dimensions for each cover form appear in this section.
Use this information to plan screw mounting position and depth clearance.

IM P O R TAN T: Do not use this information to plan overall space

requirements; the size of the circuit boards (which determines the horizontal
form factor) varies by VLC and circuit-board revision. See the Installation
Instructions for your VLC for precise maximum dimensions.

Match the VLC to the form factor using Table 4 and then refer to Figure 1
through 4 for screw mounting positions.
Tab le 4 VLC cover form reference

VLC Cover Form

VAV-DD7 A
VAV-SD2A A
VAV–DD B
VAV–SD B
VAViH-SD D
VLC-444, VLC-444e A
VLC-660R A
VLC–1188 C
VLC–1600 A
VLC–16160 C
VLC–550 A
VLC–651R A
VLC–853 A

Cover form A dimensions

Figure 1 shows the dimensions for VLC-853, VLC-651R, VLC-660R,
VLC-1600, VAV-SD2A, VLC-550, VAV-DD7, VLC-444, and VLC-444e
controllers.

Figure 1 Cover form A dimensions

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Cover form B dimensions

Figure 2 shows the dimensions for VAV-DD and VAV-SD controllers.

Figure 2 Cover form B dimensions

Cover form C dimensions

Figure 3 shows the dimensions for VCL-16160 and VLC-1188 controllers.

Figure 3 Cover form C dimensions

Cover form D dimensions

Figure 4 shows the dimensions for a VAViH-SD controller.

Figure 4 Cover form D dimensions

N OT E : The actuator can be mounted on either side of the unit.

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Installation and wiring

IM P O R TAN T: Always install equipment in accordance with the National
Electric Code and in a manner acceptable to the local authority having
jurisdiction (AHJ). No guidelines, instructions, installation practices, or other
information presented in this guide may be interpreted to supersede or modify
the local codes and practices of the AHJ.

Mounting guidelines
This sections provides general guidelines and considerations for mounting
VLCs.

Location
Gen4 VLCs are suitable only for indoor mounting. If the unit must be installed in
a location exposed to weather, use a water-tight, weatherproof enclosure.
Make sure the location selected is dry and free from electrical interference. Also
ensure that there is access to the unit so technicians can perform the following:
• Terminate communications and power wiring.
• Remove and replace the unit, if necessary.
• Remove the cover, if necessary.
• Monitor LEDs during operation.

Environmental factors
Table 5 shows acceptable environmental factors for Gen4 VLCs.
Tab le 5 Operating temperature range and humidity for VLCs

Model Operating Temperature Humidity

All, unless listed 0-158 deg. Fahrenheit (F) 0-95% RH, noncondensing
below (-17 - 70 deg. Celsius (C)).
VLC-444, -40 - 150 deg. F 5-95% RH, noncondensing.
VLC-444e (-40 - 65.5 deg. C).

Orientation
VLCs can be mounted in any vertical or horizontal orientation.

Identifying terminals and terminating wire

Each VLC label identifies wiring terminals by number and function. Terminals
are numbered from top to bottom, beginning with 1 on the upper left side of the
controller and continuing top-to-bottom on the right side of the controller.
I/O terminals carry an additional numeric identifier that corresponds to the
software I/O. Use this section to identify terminals on the VLC. See later
sections for more specific instructions, cautions, and recommendations.

Power supply terminals

Two terminals are used to connect the 24VAC power supply to the VLC. These
are always side-by-side and are usually located on the upper-left or right side of
the controller.

<num>‐24VAC

Terminal number (alw ays located nearest to Identifies the terminal for the hot leg
terminal). (ungrounded) of the 24VAC circuit.

See “Power supply guidelines and requirements” on page 15 for important

details.

Ground terminals
Ground (GND) terminals are used for terminating the grounded leg of
the 24 VAC circuit or BO return grounds.
IM P O RTA N T: Never terminate input signals to a GND terminal.

<num>‐GND

Terminal number (always located nearest to Identifies the terminal for the grounded leg
terminal). of the 24VAC circuit. Also identifies BO
return ground.

Common terminals
Common (COM) terminals (sometimes called VLC ground, common ground, or
input signal return ground) provide a low impedance connection for input
circuitry to the VLC reference ground. Use these to terminate the return ground
for inputs.
As a general rule, use the COM terminal closest to the I/O terminal.

<num>‐COM

Terminal number (always located nearest to Identifies common ground (VLC ground)
terminal). term inals for I/Os..

See “Input wiring and configuration tips” on page 21 for further details.

IM P O RTA N T: Input common terminals (those nearest to IN terminals) are

internally connected to a separate input ground plane. To maximize input
accuracy, always connect input return grounds only to these COM terminals. Do
not connect outputs or power grounds to input COM terminals.

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Universal inputs terminals

Use universal input terminals (in conjunction with adjacent COM terminals) to
connect universal inputs.
Input terminals accept a variety of signal types, which can require DIP switch or
jumper settings, or the addition of resistors

Terminal number (alw ays located nearest to Identifies universal input terminals. The <ID>
terminal). indicates the BI and AI objects in software that
correspond to the physical input terminals. If the
input is suitable for Microset or Microtouch, the
designator MSET appears beside the input.

For more information and device-specific installation instructions, see “Input

wiring and configuration tips” on page 21.

Binary outputs (BO) terminals

Use BO terminals to connect BO loads (ON/OFF control).
Terminate the BO return ground to the panel/enclosure ground, which must be
connected to a known earth ground.

Terminal number (alw ays located nearest to Identifies BO terminals. The <ID> indicates the BO
terminal). object in software that corresponds to the physical
output terminal. If the output has a designated or
preferred function, an indicator can appear af ter the
ID.

For more information and device-specific instructions, see “Binary outputs

(BOs)” on page 28.

Analog outputs (AO) terminals

Use AO terminals to connect AO loads (modulating control).
The AO return ground must terminate to the nearest COM terminal. Do not
terminate the AO return to any other COM terminal or to building or system
ground. You may need to configure DIP switches for the output signal type.

Terminal num ber (always located nearest to Identifies AO terminals. The <ID> indicates
terminal). the AO object in software that corresponds to
the physical output terminal. If the output has
a designated or preferred function,

For more information and device-specific instruction, see “Analog outputs

(AOs)” on page 30.

MS/TP LAN communication terminals

Use MS/TP LAN communications terminals (usually located on the lower left of
the VLC) to connect the BACnet MS/TP LAN to the VLC.
Polarity must be maintained throughout the entire LAN.

<num>‐DATA+

Terminal number (alw ays located nearest to Identifies positive leg of the MS/TP circuit
terminal). (maintain polarity).

<num>‐DATA‐

Terminal number (alw ays located nearest to Identifies negative leg of the MS/TP
terminal). circuit (maintain polarity).

For more information see “Communications: MS/TP LAN configuration” on

page 35.

24 VDC source
The 24 VDC source provides low-current 24VDC to power transducers or other
sensors. For non-VAV devices, this terminal provides a maximum 100ma.

<num>‐24VDC

Terminal number (alw ays located nearest to Identifies 24 VDC source output
terminal). (constant, not controlled by sof tware).

IM P O RTA N T: The VLC-444 and VLC-444e have a 20 VDC source.

NC
This designation indicates that there is no connection. Do not connect anything
to this terminal.

<num>‐NC

Terminal number (alw ays located nearest to No connection at this terminal.

terminal).

Using terminal blocks

All VLCs use removable, header-style termination blocks to simplify field
wiring of power, communications, and I/Os. If desired, you can remove the

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terminal blocks from the circuit board, terminate wire, and reseat them when you
finish. Terminal blocks accept wire gauge from 12–24AWG.
Adjustment screw

Wire slot
Terminal block

VLC header pins

Figure 5 Terminal block detail

 To terminate wire to a VLC

1. Strip approximately 1/8” of the wire jacket from the end of the wire.

2. Use a small screwdriver (1/8” max) to turn the adjustment screw fully
counter-clockwise.
The clamps in the wire slot separate as you turn the screw.

3. When the clamps in the wire slot are fully open, insert the stripped end
of the wire into it. (Try to get the jacket flush with the terminal block.)
• If using stranded wire: Insert all strands into the wire slot.
• If terminating multiple wires: Trim wires to same length and
tightly twist exposed wire together.
4. Hold the wire in place and turn the adjustment screw clockwise to
tighten it until the clamps in the wire slot secure the wire.

5. Tug gently on the wire to ensure that it is securely terminated.

Power supply guidelines and requirements

IM P O R TAN T: BACtalk VLCs use 24 VAC power from a UL Listed Class 2
24 VAC transformer (not provided).

VLCs use a half-wave rectifier to convert the AC power supply to onboard

power. This enables multiple VLCs with half-wave power supplies to be
powered from a single grounded transformer.
WA R N IN G : Half-wave devices and full-wave devices must not use the same
AC transformer. If a VLC is intended to share its power supply with another
device, ensure that the other device uses a half-wave rectifier and that polarity of
wiring is maintained.

.
VLC Power
Terminals
Diode
24VAC + DC Voltage
Capacitor
GND COM

Figure 6 Internal VLC power wiring schematic, half-wave rectifier

Power ratings
Each VLC’s label shows the minimum and maximum current draw in volts
ampere (VA).
The minimum applies when the VLC supports no BO loads. If the VLC supports
AOs, the minimum VA rating includes the draw of all AO loads energized at
maximum rating.
The maximum power draw is the minimum VA rating plus the power draw when
all BOs are energized at maximum capacity.
The minimum operating voltage is 20 VAC. The maximum 30 VAC. Nominal
voltage is 24 VAC.
Take the example of the power rating for a VLC–1188.

24VAC @ 20VA min./110VA max.

Maximum rating is the

minimum plus all BOs
Required Minimum rating is the energized at maximum.
voltage from power draw with no BOs
energized and all AOs
and power source

N OT E : For VAV-series VLCs, the maximum VA rating accounts for only one
actuator BO to be energized at a time.

Selecting a transformer
The safest way to size a transformer is to ensure that the sum of the maximum
VA load rating listed on the cover of each VLC is less than 85% of the nameplate
VA rating of the transformer. Even if all outputs are not currently used, this
ensures that each VLC has sufficient power for future equipment additions.
IM P O RTA N T: Transformer sizing should never exceed the maximum UL
Class 2 rating of 100VA.

Power supply grounding and wiring

When connecting power to the VLC, ensure that one leg of the VAC secondary
circuit connects to a known earth ground at the panel/enclosure. Also ensure that
the GND terminal or ground lug on the VLC connects to the same known earth
ground.
One of the most important things you can do to ensure a trouble-free installation
is to supply a high-quality ground connection to a VLC and then properly
connect the VLC to the ground.
IM P O RTA N T: The 24 VAC secondary leads are not interchangeable. Once a
lead connects to the GND terminal on the VLC, it is the grounded lead. Observe

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and maintain polarity for subsequent connections. The GND terminal provides a
reference ground for the circuit board and communications wiring. Use 18 AWG
cable for best results.

WA R N IN G : Ensure that all VLC power, communications, and I/O cabling are
grounded according to these instructions and device-specific installation
instructions. Failure to do so can result in VLC operational and communication
failures or equipment damage.

Figure 7 shows the proper grounding technique for a single VLC

C A U TI ON : Grounding the circuit leg

connected to the 24VAC terminal on the
VLC causes communication problems and
can damage the VLC.

Figure 7 Grounding for single VLC

Figure 8 shows the proper power grounding technique for multiple VLCs
powered from the same transformer.

VLC power
terminals

24VAC

GND

UL listed
24VAC
transformer VLC power
terminals

24VAC
Fused primary

GND

Panel/enclosure ground. Must

connect to known earth ground.

Figure 8 Grounding for multiple VLCs powered from the same transformer

Selecting a power supply wire

Using the right wire size is critical for long power supply wiring runs. If the wire
is too small, the resistance can be too high, resulting in a low voltage supply to
the VLC(s). This is known as line loss. The wire size is based on the length of
the wire run and the current draw of the VLCs to be powered.
Use Figure 9 to determine wire size based on maximum current draw and
distance between the transformer and the VLC. Obtain additional information
from the transformer manufacturer.
100
VA

12 AWG

14 AWG

16 AWG

22 AWG 20 AWG 18 AWG

1
10 100 1000 10000

Feet of Wire

Figure 9 Determining the appropriate wire size

For example, to determine the appropriate wire type to power a VLC-550 with a
transformer that is 100 feet from the VLC, perform the following steps:
1. Find the maximum current draw of the VLC.
For the VLC-550, the maximum current draw is 65 VA.

2. As shown in Figure 10, find the intersection of the 65 VA line on the

vertical axis (y) and 110 feet on the horizontal axis (x).

3. Read the diagonal line to the right of the intersection point, as shown in
Figure 10.
In this example, this is the 12 AWG wire line. Use 12 AWG wire or
larger. (A smaller AWG designation indicates larger wire.)

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100

65VA
VA

12 AWG

14 AWG

16 AWG

22 AWG 20 AWG 18 AWG

1
10 100 1000 10000

110 ft. Feet of Wire

Figure 10 Example of determining appropriate wire type

Inputs
Universal inputs on VLCs can accept a variety of input types. Typically, a sensor,
transducer, or other device produces an output signal that is wired to an input
terminal on the VLC.
Inputs on most VLCs can be configured to accept any of the following:
• Resistance (10k ohm or 3k ohmthermistors or potentiometers).
• Voltage (0–10 VDC, 0–5 VDC).
• Current (4–20mA).
• Dry contact.
• Solid-state (transistor) switch.
• Pulse-type inputs.

Depending on the application and VLC, the setup for an input is done in software
and can include the configuration of DIP switches or jumpers on the VLC.
Some Alerton device AIs are configured using DIP switch or jumper settings.
Some applications require the addition of resistors or other electrical hardware.

Electrical characteristics of Gen4 VLC input circuits

Most VLCs have an onboard input noise filter and a 10-bit analog to digital (A/D)
converter that converts the electrical input signal to counts. Count refers to the
number in software that results from the A/D conversion.
N O T E: The VLC-444 and VLC-444e have 12 bits of resolution, not 10.

The figures in this section show rough internal wiring schematics for VLC inputs
with no jumper or DIP and those with jumpers or DIPs. This information can be
useful when evaluating or installing sensors and transducers.
DEVICES WITHOUT JUMPER OR DIP SWITCH:
VLC and VAV controllers that do not have input jumpers or a DIP
switch (as shown in Figure 11) are not compatible with 0-5 VDC and 0-
10 VDC sensors. If you must connect an analog sensor—for example,
relative humidity or CO2—to one of these controllers, use a sensor with
a 4-20mA signal and scale accordingly in VisualLogic®
Universal Input with no jumper or DIP
Important: 4–20 mA inputs require an
external 250 1/4W ±1% precision
resistor wired across IN and COM.
+Vref

10K
res.
A/D
IN Input Filter
Converter

COM
-Vref

Input Ground Plane

Figure 11 Universal input with no jumper or DIP

N OT E : Figure 11 does not apply to the VLC-444 and VLC-444e because input
configuration is controlled by VisualLogic® device settings.

N OT E : VLCs 1188, 1600 and 853 have

jumpers. VLC-550 has a DIP switch. The
VAViH-SD has a jumper for only for input 4.

IM P O RTA N T: 4-20 mA inputs require an

external 250 ohms 1/4W +/-1% precision
resistor wired across IN and COM.

Figure 12 Universal input with jumper or DIP set to 0-5 VDC or 4-20mA

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NO T E : VLCs 1188, 1600 and 853 have

jumpers. VLC-550 has a DIP switch. The
VAViH-SD has a jumper for only for input 4.

Figure 13 Universal input with jumper or DIP set to thermistor/dry contact

N O TE : VLCs 1188, 1600 and 853

have jumpers. VLC-550 has a DIP
switch.

Figure 14 Universal inputs for jumper set to 0=10 VDC

Input wiring and configuration tips

This section provides tips, wiring diagrams, and application notes for the most
commonly encountered input types.

Wire shields and shield grounding

Use 18 AWG two-conductor twisted shield cable for all inputs and analog
outputs to reduce electrical interference (noise). A single-point grounding
scheme that uses the transformer or panel ground is optimum. Ground only one
end of the shield drain wire.
C A U TIO N : Do not ground shields to any terminal on the VLC because any
signal on the shield is routed through the VLC circuit board to earth ground.
Improper grounding can cause equipment damage.

Input and output commons

The input and analog output commons are internally connected to separate
ground planes. Do not connect an input (AI or BI) to the AO COM. Do not
connect an AO to the IN COM terminal.

BACtalk MicrosetTM
Part numbers: MS 1010 BT, MS 1010H BT, MS 1020 BT, MS 1020H BT, MS
1030 BT, MS 1030H BT.
A BACtalk Microset has a two-conductor connection to a VLC. Each VLC has a
special input terminal for the Microset, IN 0. Wiring is as follows:

• Black wire: Connects to the terminal labeled IN 0/MSET.

• White wire: Terminates to COM.
The Microset uses a 10kohm thermistor for its space temperature sensor.
For Microset connections, 18AWG two conductor twisted shield cable is
required. With Alerton-recommended wire, the maximum distance is 250 feet.
N OT E : Three-wire IBEX Microsets are not acceptable for use in BACtalk
applications.

Shielded, 18 AWG. 250 ft. max.

Black 1 - IN 0/MSET

White 2- COM

VLC Terminals
Microset One side of shield to ground.

Figure 15 Basic Microset wiring and terminations

BACtalk Microset II
Part numbers: MS 2000, MS 2000H
The Microset II has a three-conductor connection to the VLC. The additional
orange lead connects to 24 VAC to power the backlight for the LCD. Wiring is as
follows:
• Black wire: Connects to the terminal labeled IN 0/MSET.
• White wire: Terminates to COM.
• Orange wire: Terminates to 24 VAC.
The Microset uses a 10k ohm thermistor for its space temperature sensor.
For Microset II connections, 18 AWG two conductor twisted shield cable is
required. With Alerton-recommended wire, the maximum distance is 250 feet.

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Shielded, 18 AWG.
250 ft. max.

Orange 24 VAC

Black
IN 0/MSET

White
COM

VLC Terminals
Microset II
One side of shield to ground.

Figure 16 Basic Microset II wiring and terminations

ASCENT Microset 4
Part numbers: MS4-TH, MS4-TH-NL, MS4-THC, MS4-TH-MSTP
The Microset 4 is partially supported by VLC-444 and fully supported by
VLC-444e.
The non-MS/TP versions of the Microset 4 have a three-conductor connection to
the VLC; the MS/TP version of the Microset 4 has a four-conductor connection
to the MS/TP network. Terminals are as follows:
24 VAC/DC+

24 VAC/DC+
IN-0/MSET

+MS/TP
-MS/TP
COM

GND

Non-MS/TP MS/TP

For Microset 4 connections, use 18 AWG shielded, twisted-pair cable for best
results. With Alerton-recommended wire, the maximum distance is 250 feet for
non-MS/TP Microset 4, or 4000 feet for the MS/TP model.

BACtalk MicrotouchTM
Part Number: TS 1050 BT
A BACtalk Microtouch™ has a three-conductor connection to all VLCs. It uses
two input terminals, IN 0 and IN 1, and a COM terminal. Wiring is as follows;
• Yellow wire: (10k ohm space temperature thermistor) Terminates to
IN 0.
• White wire: (ground) Terminates to COM.
• Red wire: (setpoint bias) Terminates to IN 1.
The setpoint bias potentiometer is a 5k ohm single-turn potentiometer that reads
1.9k ohm –2.8k ohm as the setpoint bias lever travels from the C to H position.

For Microtouch connections18AWG, two conductor twisted shield cable is

required. With Alerton-recommended wire, the maximum distance is 250 feet.
Set jumpers and DIP switches (if applicable) for both inputs to Thermistor/Dry
Contact.
Shielded, 18 AWG. 250 ft. max.

H Yellow IN 0/MSET

C White COM

Red
IN 1
Microtouch
One side of shield
to ground. VLC
Figure 17 Basic Microtouch wiring and terminations

Resistive inputs (thermistors and potentiometers)

When measuring resistive input values, an infinitely great resistance (an open
circuit) results in a count near the top of the full range, while an infinitely small
resistance (a short circuit) results in a count of 0.
For resistive inputs, 18AWG two conductor twisted shield cable is required.
If a jumper or DIP switch is present, set it to Thermistor/Dry Contact.
Wire the potentiometer leads across the desired IN terminal and the adjacent
COM terminal (no polarity).
Thermistors:
The Alerton sensors utilize a thermistor that has specific characteristics. They
are commonly referred to as Type 2 unicurve 10k-ohms at 77 Deg F, and more
importantly, follow the R-T curve 16, as noted in the following Honeywell
reference:
http://content.honeywell.com/sensing/prodinfo/thermistors/resistanceTables/
resistanceTable14.asp
The most common resistive input types are 10k ohmthermistors. They are
recommended for all temperature-sensing applications. BACtalk wall, duct, and
immersion sensors, Microsets, Microset II, and Microtouches use 10k ohm
thermistors. Also common are 3k ohm thermistors.
Both 10k ohm and 3k ohm thermistors have a software setup in Envision for
BACtalk that eliminates the need for custom scaling. Simply specify the type of
thermistor and the input reports degrees in Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius as
appropriate.
Potentiometers:
Alerton highly recommends10k ohm potentiometers for all applications because
they yield the best resolution. As the potentiometer moves from 0–10k ohm, raw
counts move through half of the full range.
Application conditions and the precision rating of the potentiometer can cause
variations. Always confirm the raw count reading when the potentiometer is at
minimum and at maximum. Then scale the input in software with appropriate
range and zero values.

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Counts vs. resistance:

Use the following equation to calculate the theoretical count in software that
results from a given resistance:
Count = (4096 x R)/(10,000 + R)
Dry contact inputs
Dry contact inputs are electrically identical to resistive inputs: an open contact
(OFF) ideally results in a count of 4095, and a closed contact (ON) results in a
count of 0. In software, built-in trigger and restore values determine when the BI
transitions ON and OFF:
• BI = ON when raw counts  448.
• BI = OFF when raw counts  512.
• BI is unchanged when raw counts are in the range 449–511.

When compatibility mode is off the count thresholds are:

• BI = ON when raw count is less than or equal to 944.75.
• BI = OFF when raw count is greater than or equal to 1058.8125.
• BI is unchanged when raw counts are in the range 944.75-1058.8125.
For wiring, 18AWG two conductor twisted shield cable is required.
If a jumper or DIP switch is present, set it to Thermistor/Dry Contact.
Wire the input leads across the desired IN terminal and the adjacent COM
terminal (no polarity).
C A U TIO N : Dry contacts are not supported on the IN-0/MSET input on VLCs
prior to ROC file v4.02. If you use a dry contact on the IN-0/MSET input in
VLCs with ROC file v4.02 or higher, you must set the Microset Detection flag
(in VisualLogic®) OFF to prevent invalid BI readings.

4–20 mA inputs
Standard VLC 4–20mA inputs require an external 250 ohm 1/4W ±1% precision
resistor wired across the IN and COM terminals. The addition of the resistor
converts the 4–20mA signal to a 1–5 VDC signal to be used by the VLC.
Use two-conductor twisted pair shielded cable.
If a jumper or DIP switch is present, set it to 0–5 VDC/4–20mA.
N O T E: The VLC-444 and VLC-444e have no jumper or DIP switch, so the
setup can be done only in software.

A = 250¼W ±1% VLC

Precision Resistor Terminals

2-wire 4-20 mA Device

(Power from VLC)

IN
A
+ COM

- VDC AUX

One side of shield to

ground.

4-wire 4-20 mA Device

External
24VAC Power
Supply*

VAC + IN
A

VAC - COM

One side of shield to

ground.

*Do not use control transformer powering the VLC because 4-wire
devices typically incorporate full-wave rectified power in their circuitry.
Verify with particular mfg./model.

2-wire 4-20mA Device

(External Power Supply)
IN
A
+ COM

– VDC AUX
One side of
shield to ground.
+ –

External 24 VDC
Power Supply

Figure 18 Typical 4–20mA wiring scenarios

0–5VDC inputs
For two-wire devices, connect the signal output (typically identified as Signal,
Output +, or +) to the appropriate IN terminal on the VLC and the output
common (typically identified as Output Common, Output –, or –) to the nearest
COM terminal.
For three-wire devices, the 24VDC (20VDC for VLC-E models) terminal can
provide the power source.
For non-VAV devices, the 24 VDC (20VDC for VLC-E models) terminal
provides a maximum of 100ma.
For wiring, 18AWG two conductor twisted shield cable is required.
If a jumper or DIP switch is present, set it to 0–5 VDC/4–20mA.

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N O T E: Inputs on the VLC-444 and VLC-444e controllers are 0-10 VDC, so

you may need to adjust the range and offset. To use 0-5 VDC inputs with the
VLC-444 and VLC-444e, you must set up proper scaling for the input.
0–5 VDC Device VLC Terminals

SIG IN

–
COM
+
24VDC

One side of shield to ground.

Figure 19 Basic 0–5 VDC wiring and terminations

IM P O R TAN T: A lower impedance input signal results in a higher degree of

input accuracy.

0–10 VDC inputs

Connect 0–10VDC devices only to inputs that have a jumper setting specifically
for 0–10 VDC. Where available, 0–5VDC devices are preferred in all
circumstances because they provide better accuracy.
For wiring, 18 AWG two conductor twisted shield cable is required.
If an onboard jumper exists, it employs a signal divider, as shown in Figure 14
on page 21, to create a 0–5 VDC signal, effectively halving the 0–10VDC
signal.
Scale the input in software with the appropriate range and zero values for your
application.
For the VLC-550, set DIP switch to 0-5/ 4-20 and install 10k 1/4 watt +/-1%
precision resistors external to the input. Install one in series with the sensor and
one in parallel with IN and COM terminals.
Solid-state switch inputs
Solid-state (transistor) switches can be wired to VLC input terminals. The switch
should be listed as acceptable for switching DC currents or for direct connection
to programmable logic controllers (PLC) or DDC controllers. The DC switch
should use a transistor on the output.
For wiring, 18AWG two conductor twisted shield cable is required.
When wiring these types of switches to a VLC input, be careful to maintain
polarity. Also ensure that the switch’s ON and OFF states produce input counts
appropriate to switch the BI in software. Off-state leakage (if present) or other
factors can result in inappropriate software counts. Refer to the information
under “Dry contact inputs” on page 25 for these threshold values.
If a jumper or DIP switch is present, set it to Thermistor/Dry Contact.
WA R N IN G : Do not use solid-state switches with an AC output. Do not use
solid-state inputs on IN-0.

Pulse-type inputs
Pulse-type inputs can be wired only to IN 1, IN 2, or IN 3 on VLCs. VLCs that
carry the VAV designation do not support pulse-type inputs. (VLC-651R and
VLC-660R only support pulse inputs on IN-1 and IN-2.)
For wiring, 18AWG two conductor twisted shield cable is required.
Three types of pulse-type inputs can be used: flow, totalizer, or frequency. To use
two or all pulse information types per meter, wire the meter to a physical input
for each type of pulse data used: for example, flow on IN-1, totalizer on IN-2,
and frequency on IN-3, as shown in Figure 20.
Pulse output device VLC terminals

IN x

COM

IN x
One side of shield to ground.

COM

IN x

Figure 20 Pulse device wired to three inputs for flow, totalizer, and frequency

The pulse-input circuitry uses three of the CPU’s hardware timers. The pulse-
width range is 10ms to 327 seconds. Pulse width is measured from successive
trailing edges of consecutive pulses, as shown in Figure 21.
Pulse 3
Pulse 2 (100 ms)
Pulse 1 (60 ms)
(80 ms)

Figure 21 Pulse width measurement in a VLC

If the device generates pulse data, use dry contacts suitable for low current (gold
contacts) or a solid-state (transistor) switch. If the VLC has a jumper or DIP
switch, set it to Thermistor/Dry Contact.
C AU T IO N : High-frequency (approximately 100Hz) pulse inputs can cause up
to a 50% error in the reported rate and consumption values for the sample in
which the error occurred. Avoid high-frequency pulse inputs whenever possible.

Outputs
This section describes binary and analog outputs for Gen4 VLCs.

Binary outputs (BOs)

Except for specific BOs on the VAV-SD, VAViH-SD, VAV-DD which are
ground-switched for damper motor control, all BO terminals are hot-switched,
optically coupled triac outputs rated 24VAC @ 0.5 A.

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N O T E: The VLC-444, and VLC-444e have BACnet objects only for those
binary outputs that exist on the controller. Older VLCs have BACnet objects
BO-0 through BO-15, regardless of how many physical outputs are present.

Ground the BO return to the transformer or panel ground rather than the GND
terminal on the VLC. This helps reduce the chance of noise from contactors,
motors, VFDs, and other devices returning to the VLC. (See Figure 22,
Figure 23, and Figure 24.)
See the installation instructions provided with your specific device for more
information about wiring requirements. Do not connect BO returns to the AO or
IN commons.

Ideal (minimize noise risk to VLC) OK (potential noise to VLC board)

VLC Terminals
VLC Terminals

BO x BO
BO x
loads

GND
GND
BO
BO x loads
BO x

GND
GND
Return Ground (–)
BO x
BO x
24 VAC
Transformer

24 VAC

GND

Ground screw (enclosure

or other) to known earth
ground

Figure 22 Typical BO wiring scenarios

Figure 23 shows typical BO wiring for hot-switched output and ground-switched

output on VAV-SD, VAV-DD, and VAViH-SD.

BO x
c Fan or heat
contactor
GND
Panel/enclosure ground. Must
connect to known earth ground.
BO 3 (MTR OPEN)

MTR HOT VAV actuator

BO 4 (MTR CLOSE)

Figure 23 Wiring for VAV-SD and VAV-DD

Figure 24 shows typical BO wiring for VAV-SD2a, with all outputs hot-
switched.

Figure 24 Wiring for VAV-SD2A

BO terminals have an adjacent LED that is ON when the corresponding BO is

ON. These LEDs are useful to confirm VLC operation during commissioning,
check out, and fault isolation.

Analog outputs (AOs)

AOs provide an electrical output signal in response to a software control signal
of 0–100. The VLC-444, and VLC-444e have BACnet objects only for those
outputs that exist. Other Gen4 VLCs have BACnet objects AO-0 through AO-7,
regardless of how many physical outputs exist.
For all AO connections, 18AWG two conductor twisted shield cable is required.
A single-point grounding scheme that uses the transformer or panel ground is
required. Ground only one side of the shield drain wire.
WA RN IN G : Do not ground shields to any terminal on the VLC because any
signal on the shield is routed through the VLC circuit board to earth ground.

For current outputs, a 4–20mA signal is achieved by scaling the 0–100 output
signal in software to a 20–100 signal with Function 45: Two-point Linear
Converter. The same method can be used to obtain a 2–10VDC signal. (For
details about that function, see BACtalk Systems Programmer’s Guide and
Reference (LTBT-TM-PRGRMR)).
Wire the AO common to the nearest output COM terminal on the VLC.
IM P O RTA N T: Do not wire AO common to input COM terminals.
VLC terminals Controlled device

AO 0

COM

AO 1
One side of shield to ground.

Figure 25 Typical AO wiring scenario

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Current/Voltage settings
For VLCs with AOs, the AOs are configured to provide either a current
(0-20mA) or voltage (0-10VDC) output.
Older VLC models (including VLC-853, VLC-1188, and VAV-SD2A) are
configured with DIP switches, while newer models (VLC-444, VLC-444e
automatically sense this setting.
The VLC651R output is not configurable; it is 0-20mA only.
DIP switch current/voltage settings
Older VLCs are configured manually by setting DIP switches on the controller.
The controller labeling shows how to position the DIP switches to configure
AOs for current or voltage output.
VLC-444 and VLC-444e autosensed current/voltage settings
The VLC-444 and VLC-444e are autosensing and therefore have no jumper
mode for configuration. VLC-444 and VLC-444e AOs can be commanded
beyond 100.00, up to 102.4, in which case they can overdrive a little to 10.24
volts and 20.48mA to help account for any possible line losses. VLC-444 and
VLC-444e units are calibrated so that 0-100 yields 0-10 volts or 0-20mA.

Scaling inputs in software

This section provides a reference for hardware and software setup of inputs in
BACtalk. See the BACtalk Systems Programmer’s Guide and Reference
(LTBT-TM-PRGRMR) for more information about treatment of inputs in
software.
Inputs are converted from raw counts to an appropriate range (for example,
0-100%RH or 50–100 degrees F) using either the Analog Input Setup screen of
VLC DDC or VisualLogic®.

Tab le 6 Input setup quick reference

DIP switch or AI type

Acceptabl
Input device jumper setting in Remarks
e inputs
setting software
Dry Contact, Therm/Dry Counts IN-1 through The present-value of the BI associated with
Switch Contact IN-15. Avoid the physical input is either ON or OFF (IN-1
IN-0 corresponds to BI-1 and so on). An AI is
associated with the physical input as well; it
typically reads near 0 when closed (ON).
Built-in trigger and restore values determine
when the BI transitions ON and OFF. ON 
448 counts, OFF 512 counts, unchanged
between 449 and 511 counts.
0–5 VDC 0–5 VDC or Scaled or IN-1 through Use a scaled AI Type and enter range and
inputs 4–20mA Counts IN-15 zero values to convert the AI to a range prior
to processing in DDC. Counts go from 0–
4000 as the signal goes from 0–5 VDC. Use
the following formula to calculate range and
zero:
AI = Zero + (Input * Range/ 4096), where
“input” is prescaled input counts.
NO T E : A lower impedance input signal
results in a higher degree of input accuracy.

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Ta bl e 6 Input setup quick reference (continued)

DIP switch or AI type

Acceptabl
Input device jumper setting in Remarks
e inputs
setting software
4–20mA 0–5 VDC or Scaled IN-1 through 250ohm 1/4W ±1% precision resistor
inputs 4–20mA IN-15 required externally across input and common.
N O TE : Different VLCs have different
input count ranges as the signal goes from 0-
20mA.
The following VLCs range 0-4000
These VLCs correspond to the Two Point
scale option “5.12v w/jumper or switch”
VLC-853, VLC-853C3
VLC-1188, VLC-1188C3
VLC-1600, VLC-1600C3
VLC-550, VLC-550C3
The following VLCs have a built-in pullup
resistor that results in a slightly different
range. These VLCs correspond to the Two
Point scale option “5.12v no jumper”.
VAV-SDA
VAV-SD2A
VAV-SD, VAV-SDC3
VAV-DD, VAV-DDC3
VAV-DD7, VAV-DD7C3
VAV-651R, VAV-651RC3
VAV-660R, VAV-660RC3
VLC-16160, VLC-16160C3
0–10 VDC 0–10 VDC Scaled or IN-1 through Use a Scaled Ai Type and enter range and
Available only Counts IN-15 zero values to convert the AI to a range
on: prior to processing in DDC (AI = Zero + (Input
* Range/4096)).
• VLC-1188
IM P O R TA N T: Sensors with lower output
• VLC-853
impedance yield a higher degree of accuracy.
• VLC-1600
For VLC-550, set DIP switch to 0-5 VDC/4-
• VLC-550
20mA and install 10k ¼ watt +/-1% precision
• VAViH-SD resistors external to the input. Install one in
• VLC-444 and series with the sensors and one in parallel
VLC-444ea with IN and COM terminals.

3k ohm Therm/Dry Contact 3K All No conversion required. AI reports degrees F

or C for English or metric setup, respectively.
BACtalk Therm/Dry IN-0=10K IN-0 (temp) IN-0: No conversion required. AI reports
Microset Contact degrees F or C for English or metric setup,
respectively.

Tab le 6 Input setup quick reference (continued)

DIP switch or AI type

Acceptabl
Input device jumper setting in Remarks
e inputs
setting software
BACtalk Therm/Dry IN-0=10K IN-0 (temp) IN-0: No conversion required. AI reports
Microtouch Contact IN-1=counts IN-1 (offset degreesF or C for English or metric setup,
lever) respectively.
IN-1: input range is scaled in DDC.
10k ohm Therm/Dry 10K All No conversion required. AI reports degreesF
Contact or C for English or metric setup, respectively.
Resistance Therm/Dry Scaled or All Use raw counts or select a Scaled AI Type
Contact Counts and enter range and zero values to convert
the AI to a range prior to processing in DDC.
Pulse-type Inputs
NOTE: Wire the pulse meter to a physical input for each type of pulse data you use: for example, Flow on IN-
1, Totalizator on IN-2, and Frequency on IN-3.
Pulse Input Technical Data: The pulse width range is 10 ms to about 31 hours. Use dry contacts suitable for low
current (gold contacts) or a transistor switch connected between the input and VLC common. The pulse width is
measured from successive trailing edges of consecutive pulses.

Flowb Therm/Dry Pulse Width 1,2,3 Use this setup when you want the present-
Contact (VisualLogic®) value of the pulse input to measure the
current flow reading—gallons per minute, for
Not example. Set the input as a Pulse Width or
Pulse Flow available on Pulse Flow Meter and set Units to the unit of
Meter VAV VLCs. measure desired.
(VLC DDC)
Zero (Time Base) Enter the time base, which
is the number of seconds in the unit of
measure for flow. For example, for gallons
per minute, time base = 60; for liters per
second, time base = 1.
Range (Pulse Value) Enter the number of
units per pulse. For example, enter 10 for 10
gallons per pulse.
Totalizer Therm/Dry Pulse Totalizer 1,2,3 Use this setup when you want the present-
Contact value of the pulse input to maintain a running
total of consumption. Set the input as a Pulse
Not Totalizer and set Units to the desired unit of
available on measure.
VAV VLCs.
Zero (Time Base) Not used.
Range (Pulse Value) For the pulse value,
enter the number of units per pulse. For
example, range = 10 for 10 gallons per pulse.
Frequency Therm/Dry Frequency 1,2,3 Use this setup when you want the present
Contact Not value to represent pulses per second. Set the
available on input as Frequency. Units are usually set to
VAV VLCs. Hertz (Hz). The measurable frequency range
is 0.000009–100 Hz.

a. The configuration for 0-10 VDC for VLC-444 and VLC-444e figures differ from other devices. See Table 12 on page
51.
b. VLC-651R and VLC-660R support only pulse inputs on IN-1 and IN-2.

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Communications: MS/TP LAN configuration

VLCs communicate on the site-wide BACnet system over a twisted-pair MS/TP
LAN, which uses the EIA–485 signaling standard. VLCs are master devices on
the MS/TP LAN.
Each VLC employs a high-quality EIA–485 transceiver and exerts 1/4 unit load
on the MS/TP LAN. Table 7 describes details about LAN.
Ta ble 7 MS/TP LAN details

Network Element Details

Transmission speed 9.6, 19.2, 38.4, or 115.2Kbps (configured at global controller).
Layout Bus.
Cabling BACnet specifies the following.
• Shielded, twisted-pair cabling with characteristic impedance between 100 and 130.
• Distributed capacitance between conductors must be less than 30 pF/foot (100 pF/m).
• Distributed capacitance between conductor and shield must be less than 60 pF/foot (200 pF/m).
• Foil or braided shield is acceptable.

Segment length 4000 ft. (1071 m.) per segment using recommended wire.
Maximum devices Depends on classification of devices as master or slave.
overall Maximum number of master devices is 128.
Maximum number of slave devices or devices overall (mixed master and slave) is 255.
This includes VLCs, BACtalk global controllers (all are considered masters) and any
other devices, regardless of their relative unit loads.
Maximum devices per Depends on relative unit load of devices.
segment
Repeaters Required when making runs longer than 4000 feet. Three repeaters maximum between
any two devices.
Terminating resistors Matched resistors required at each end of segment bus wired across (+) and (–). Use
matched precision resistors rated ¼W ±1% / 80 - 130 ohms.
Shield grounding Ground shield drain wire at single point earth (panel) ground, not VLC ground. Tape off
shield drain wire at other end. Tie shield drain wire through at each VLC.

Terminating MS/TP LAN cabling

MS/TP terminations (labeled Data + and Data –) are usually located on the lower
left side of the VLC.
Maintain polarity of the MS/TP wire run throughout the MS/TP LAN.
N O T E: This guide provides only basic information about MS/TP terminations
at the VLC. For more detailed information and limitations with respect to MS/TP
LANs—such as distance requirements, unit loads, and repeater architectures—
see BACtalk System Design Guide (LTBT-TM-SYSDSGN).

MS/TP shield grounding

Proper shield grounding of the MS/TP cabling can help minimize the risk of
communication problems and equipment damage caused by capacitive coupling.
Capacitive coupling is caused by placing MS/TP cabling close to lines carrying
higher voltage.

Follow the guidelines in this section for grounding MS/TP cable shields.
• Each MS/TP segment should have a single point of shield ground,
preferably as close to the middle of the cabling run as possible, as shown
in Figure 27.
• Do not ground the MS/TP shield using a VLC terminal.
• Never ground both ends of a shield because differences in potential
between the grounds can induce current on the shield, causing
interference.
• At ungrounded, exposed shield points (the end of a segment), tape back
the shield to the wire jacket or—for optimum transient shunting—use
100 V gas discharge tubes or 120V MOVs between the shield and
ground, as shown in Figure 27.
• At connecting points of termination, tie the shield through with a wire
nut as shown in Figure 28.

Figure 26 MS/TP Shield drain termination and tie-through

Figure 27 Shield drain tie through and MS/TP termination detail at mid-
segment VLC

Terminating resistors
At the last device on each end of the MS/TP segment, matched terminating
resistors wired across Data + and Data – are required for signal integrity (Figure
29).

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Figure 28 Terminating resistor detail at end-of-segment VLC

Optimum segment performance typically requires tuning, a process by which the

value of the terminating resistors is selected based on the wave form of signals
on the segment. View wave forms using an industrial scope meter.
The goal is to have as square a wave form as possible with an amplitude greater
than 200 mV. Resistors affect the wave form as follows:
• When the resistance value decreases, the amplitude of the wave form
decreases and becomes more square.
• When the resistance value increases, the amplitude of the wave form
increases and becomes less square.
Typically, precision resistors (1/4 watt + 1%) in the range 80-130 ohms yield
acceptable results.
Ideally, the value of the terminating resistors should match the rated
characteristic impedance of the installed cable. For example, if the installed MS/
TP cable has a listed characteristic impedance of 100 ohm, install 100 ohm
matched precision resistors.
C A U TIO N : Ensure that both resistors on a segment have the same value. Do
not mismatch terminating resistors.

Communications status LED

Each VLC has a STATUS LED that indicates the status of communications on
the MS/TP LAN.
Flashing patterns are divided into two categories, depending on whether a ROC
file is currently loaded into the VLC.
• No ROC file is loaded: LED is normally ON and the flashes turn the
LED OFF. (Rarely occurs because VLCs are shipped with a ROC file
loaded, which is stored in nonvolatile flash memory.)
• ROC file is loaded: LED is normally OFF and the flashes turn the LED
ON. The flash patterns are as follows:
• One flash: No communications detected.
• Two flashes: Messages detected, but none directed to this VLC. In most
cases, indicates that multiple VLCs are passing the token between
themselves, but the global controller is not communicating. Also occurs
when a global controller is communicating on the same MS/TP and
there are no messages directed to that particular VLC.
• Three flashes: Messages (other than token passing) detected that are
directed to this VLC. Generally indicates that the control system is
communicating properly. Occurs if any point in the VLC is referenced
in global controller DDC, such as, alarms, trendlogs (depending on
sampling frequency), or an open BACtalk display.
• Four flashes: ROC download in progress.
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Setting the MS/TP MAC address

DIP switches on the VLC are used to set the unit’s MAC address. Each VLC on
an MS/TP LAN must have a unique MAC address in the range 0–127.
N OT E : Avoid address 0 because it is the Alerton factory default MAC address
for all MS/TP devices.

 To set the MS/TP MAC address of a VLC

1. Find an unused MAC address on the MS/TP LAN to which the VLC
connects.

2. Locate the DIP switch bank on the VLC for addressing. This is labeled
ADDR or ADDRESS.

3. Power down the VLC.

4. Set the DIP switches for the MAC address that you want. Add the value
of DIP switches set to ON to determine the MAC address. Use Table 8.
Ta ble 8 DIP switch values for MS/TP LAN MAC address

DIP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Value 1 2 4 8 16 32 64

Configuring the VAViH-SD

The VAViH-SD is a replacement for the Alerton VAVi-SD. It differs from other
VAV devices as follows:
• Actuator: Uses a Honeywell SALT actuator in place of the Belimo
LM24 actuator that is used on the VAVi-SD. Prewired at the factory to
BO3 and BO4.
• ROC file: Uses VLC1007.bin. (Other Gen4 ROC files use
VLC1000.bin.)
• Additional BO: Has BO-5, which is not available on the Alerton
VAV-SD, VAV-DD or VAV-DDT. BO-5 is available for custom DDC
applications.
• Device ID can be manually set: For more detail, see “Switch-
selectable BACnet device ID” on page 38.
• Selectable DDC operation: For more detail, see “Switch-selectable
DDC operation” on page 40.
• Additional input: Has IN-4, which is not available on the VAV-SD,
VAV-DD, or the VAV-DDT. User-selectable jumper for thermistor/dry
contact is 0-5 VDC, 0-10 volt.

Switch-selectable BACnet device ID

The VAViH-SD has two rotary switches for a feature that allows the user to
manually set the BACnet device ID. Each switch has settings 0-9.
When both rotary switches are in the 0 position, this feature is unavailable. In
that case, the VAViH-SD handles the BACnet device ID the same as all other
Alerton Gen4 VLCs: The device is set to 9999 during manufacturing test and can
be changed during job setup in Envision for BACtalk Device Manager.

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When either rotary switch is in a position other than 0, the option to select the
BACnet device ID is available. The rotary switches form the first two digits of
the BACnet device ID, which are added to the MS/TP MAC address as follows:
BACnet device ID = (rotary switch settings x 1000) + MAC address.
For example, if the rotary switches are set to 1 and 7 as shown in Figure 29, and
the MS/TP MAC address DIP switches are set to 4, the BACnet device ID is
17004 ((17 x 1000) + 4 = 17004)

NO T E : The tens position is

to the right of the ones position
(read right-to-left), opposite
from how digits are normally
read.

The tens position is set to 1.

The ones position is
set to 7.

Figure 29 VAViH-SD rotary switches (in this image, set to 17)

Normally this feature is used by setting up all VAViH-SD units on the same MS/
TP trunk with the same rotary switch settings.

Refreshing the device ID

Because changing the MS/TP addresses switches causes the VAViH-SD to
change its BACnet device ID, the user must perform a device scan and save the
newly-numbered device in the Envision for BACtalk device table before
Envision for BACtalk can access the VAViH-SD.
If Envision for BACtalk shows VAViH-SD data on a display when the switches
are changed, the display continues to show the old data even though it the
VAViH-SD is using a new BACnet device ID. This occurs because once
Envision for BACtalk discovers a device, it continues to use the device network
number and MAC to route messages to the device.
However, when the screen refreshes—either when the user presses F5 or leaves
the display and later returns to it—the display indicates NR (no response) from
the renumbered device. To discover the device, perform a scan. (See instructions
for scanning devices under Table on page 44.)
N O T E: There is an approximate 10-second lag between when you change the
device ID and when Envision for BACtalk reads the change. This occurs because
the VAViH-SD reads the rotary switches once per second and does not accept a
rotary switch change until the same value is read 10 consecutive times.

Restoring the factory default device ID

The BACnet device ID assigned during factory testing and modified in EBT
Device Manager is retained in the VAViH-SD Flash even when the switch-based
BACnet device ID is in use.
If the rotary switches are both returned to the 0 position, the Flash BACnet
device becomes the new VAViH-SD BACnet device ID.

Switch-selectable DDC operation

The VAViH-SD has a bank of eight physical DIP switches that are labeled for
DDC operation. By default, the status of these switches is placed in BV 88
through BV 95, as shown in Table 9.
Ta b le 9 Default DIP switch functions

Binary DIP ON/

Purpose Function
value switch OFF
88 1 Indicates whether a fan is OFF Fan is not present. No fan, cooling.
present
ON Fan is present. Reheat. It is assumed that the VAV
has some kind of reheat capability.
89 2 If a fan is present, indicates OFF Series fan.
whether fan configuration is
ON Parallel fan.
parallel or series.
If a fan is not present, OFF Cooling only.
indicates whether there is
ON There is heat capability.
reheat capability or cooling
only.
90 3 Used to select the heat type OFF Modulating heat.
ON Staged heat.
91 4 Used only if switch 3 is on. OFF One stage heat.
Used to select either one or
ON Two-stages heat.
two stages when switch 3
indicates staged heat
92 5 Used to select the polarity of OFF Heat on = Output ON.
staged heat output.
ON Heat ON = Output OFF.
93 6 OFF Inactive.
ON Active.
94 7 OFF Inactive.
ON Active.
95 8 OFF Inactive.
ON Active.

The functions of switches 6, 7, and 8 can be assigned in the DDC.

N OT E : There is an approximate 10-second lag between making a switch
change and a change in the appropriate BV value. This occurs because DDC
switches are read once per second and changes are not accepted until the same
value is read 10 consecutive times.

Alerton provides a DDC program, Alerton/Standard application VZ9999, that

uses these switches to specify the type of equipment to be controlled. This is to
simplify job setup by loading a standard DC for the VAViH-SD and setting the
VAViH-SD DDC switches to select the equipment that will be used.
N OT E : The job engineer can write custom DDC applications.

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Using switches to function like Alerton standard DDC files

The VAViH-SD allows you to set switches so that the VAViH-SD behaves as it
would if an Alerton standard DDC were loaded on it, as shown in Table 10
Tab le 10 Comparing switch settings to Alerton/Standard DDC

Alerton/
Standard DIP 1 DIP 2 DIP 3 DIP 4 Notes
DDC
VZ0000 OFF OFF OFF OFF No fan, cooling only.
VZ0001 ON OFF OFF OFF Series fan, cooling only.
VZ0002 ON ON OFF OFF Parallel fan, cooling only.
VZ0003 OFF ON ON OFF No fan, one-stage heat
VZ0004 ON OFF ON OFF Series fan, one-stage heat.
VZ0005 ON ON ON OFF Parallel fan, one stage heat
VZ0005 has stage one heating minimum off time of one minute.
VAViH-SD minimum off time is two minutes.
VZ0006 OFF ON ON ON No fan, two stages of heat.
VZ0007 ON OFF ON ON Series fan, two stages of heat.
VZ0008 ON ON ON ON Parallel fan, two stages of heat.
VZ0009 OFF ON OFF OFF No fan, modulating heat.
VZ0010 ON OFF OFF OFF Series fan, modulating heat.
VZ0010 runs fan un unoccupied mode if heating signal is greater
than 25%.
VZ0011 ON ON OFF OFF Parallel fan, modulating heat.
VZ0011 uses heating signal scaled from (30,0) to (100100).
VAViH-SD uses unscaled heating signal.

Operation
This section describes how to perform some common tasks associated with Gen4
VLC devices.

Identifying the software elements

This section describes where to locate ROC file (firmware) revision number, the
DDC file name, and the ROC loader version.

ROC file
To view the firmware version of a VLC, open the Device Properties for a VLC
using a push button on a display, as shown in Figure 30.

VLC firmware
(ROC)

Figure 30 Viewing firmware version

See more about using ROC files under “ROC files” on page 43.
N OT E : The firmware-revision property shown on the VLC Device Properties
page is not the firmware version. Instead, use the application-software-revision
property.

ROC loader version

The ROC loader is the firmware in the VLC that provides only enough
functionality to download a ROC file. It is viewable in the firmware-revision
property of the Gen4 VLC device object.
In C3 series VLCs, this property was used to display the firmware version, such
as v1.15, including the operating code.

DDC file name

The DDC file name is viewable as the description property of the Program 0
object. The file name includes the rep name, job name, version, and display
reference information.

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ROC files
(Older VLCs had a single version of firmware burned into the CPU).
The ROC file is the brains of the device and handles the more complex functions
of the VLC, such as object support, DDC, and I/O control.
The ROC file can be downloaded from the ASN whenever a software upgrade is
necessary. See “Downloading a ROC” on page 43.
The VLC & VAV models ROC file is VLC1000.bin, and it must reside on the
host computer in the following folder: Alerton\BACtalk\System folder.
N O T E: The VAViH-SD uses ROC file VLC1007.bin, unlike other Gen4 VLCs.
The VLC-444 uses ROC file vlc1008.bin and the VLC-444e uses ROC file
VLC1023.bin.

When servicing a VLC, communicating with authorized Alerton support, or

reading documentation, you may need the firmware version of a VLC. See
instructions for viewing the ROC version under “ROC files” on page 43.

First-time ROC download

IM P O R TAN T: To preserve existing VLC data including flash descriptions,
perform a point data save before downloading the new ROC file and then do a
point data restore after the ROC download is complete. This preserves up to 192
descriptions.

When a ROC that supports the use of flash memory for object names and
descriptions is downloaded, BACnet checks the flash to see if the sharing
scheme is already in place. If the sharing scheme is not there, the flash string is
initialized as empty.

Downloading a ROC
To download a ROC file to a Gen4 VLC models, use Compass or Envision for
BACtalk. BACtalk for Windows does not support the Gen4 ROC file.

 To download VLC ROC to a VLC controller

1. Connect the controller to the BACtalk system.

2. Scan the network for the VLC. (See instructions under “Scanning the
BACnet network for devices” on page 44.)

3. Send the VLC ROC to the VLC. (See instructions under “Sending and
saving data to BACtalk controllers” on page 45.)
N O T E: For more information about scanning for devices and sending to or
saving data from BACtalk controllers, see Envision for BACtalk Installation and
Startup Guide (LTBT-TM-ADMIN).

Additional information about VLC behavior under various ROCs is included in

BACtalk Systems Programmer’s Guide and Reference (LTBT-TM-PRGRMR).

Reverting to an older ROC

To revert to an older ROC file, perform a point data save before downloading the
legacy ROC, and then restore the point data after the ROC has been downloaded.
Because legacy ROCs assume a strict allocation of flash space for description
strings, if you revert to a legacy ROC after running a ROC with the new scheme,
some or all of the flash description strings appear garbled.

IM P O RTA N T: When reverting to an older ROC, customized object names

revert to the legacy constructed object names, but all non-Microset-related
descriptions are restored.

If you ran the new scheme in a VLC, then reverted to the old scheme, and now
want to go back to the new scheme, you need to write a nonempty description to
AV-0 while running the old ROC. This insures the new scheme ROC properly
clears flash.

Saving and restoring configuration data

Any time you change configuration settings, automation features, or DDC, save
this data to the BACtalk operator workstation. Saving this data to the operator
workstation lets you quickly restore settings after a catastrophic failure that
requires you to completely reprogram the controller. Use VisualLogic® to save
the DDC program. Use Device Manager to save point data and device properties.
See online Help at the operator workstation for more information about sending
and saving controller data.

Scanning the BACnet network for devices

This section describes how to scan the BACnet network to discover devices.

 To scan the BACnet network for devices

1. From the BACtalk menu, select Device Manager.

2. Click Device Scan.

3. Optional: Select Device Range and then type a range of device

instances to scan.
For example, you can scan for a controller in the range of 2000 to 2999.
If you clear this option, device scan searches for all devices.

4. Click Scan.
Device scan searches the network for BACnet-compliant devices,
making several passes. This takes some time. Devices found appear
immediately in the list of devices. You can interrupt this process at any
time by clicking Stop. However, Alerton recommends that you allow
the scan passes to complete, as the device capabilities are scanned after
the device model is identified.
N OT E : When new records are added to Device Manager, device property
information of previous records are overwritten. If the device properties were
previously sent to the controller, you can use the Save to disk feature to recover
the information.

5. Add records to Device Manager. Do one of the following:

• To add all devices found, click Save to Device Manager Table.
• To add specific records, use SHIFT + click to select a range of
devices and use CTRL + click to add or delete a device in the
selection. Then click Save to Device Manager Table.

6. Click Close.

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Sending and saving data to BACtalk controllers

This section describes how to send data to a BACtalk controller.

 To send or save data to BACtalk controllers

1. From the BACtalk menu, select Device Manager.

2. In the list of devices, select the device profiles that you want to send or
save.

3. Click Send or Save as desired.

• Send: Data from the Envision or Compass workstation hard disk is
sent to the controller.
• Save: Files from the controller are saved to the Envision or Compass
workstation hard disk.

4. Select the check boxes for the items you want to send or save.

5. Click OK.

N O T E: For information about populating the Device Manager table, see

Envision for BACtalk Installation and Startup Guide (LTBT-TM-ADMIN).

Peer-to-peer DDC functions

VLCs v4.02 and later can exchange data without a global controller connected.
Peer-to-peer communication is especially useful when multiple controllers are
used to control a single piece of equipment. Peer-to-peer communication also
improves system reliability in the event the global controller stops
communicating.
If schedules, trendlogs, and alarms are used when running VLC ROC v4.02, a
global controller must be connected because this data is stored in a global
controller.
VLC v4.03 ROC enables communication between peer-to-peer devices without
requiring a global controller.
For specific information about ROC files, see the version history on the ASN.
A maximum of 15 DDC devices can read from and write to external BACnet
entities. This limit is imposed by the amount of RAM reserved for storage of
requests and results. Every three minutes a who-is request is issued for the given
remote BACnet device, thus the VLC tolerates network changes and finds any
device that has moved on the network. The BACnet properties to read from or
write to are limited to real or binary present values or to an indexed priority array
member.
For more information about VLC peer-to-peer DDC functions, see the sections
on functions 60, 61, 62, and 63 in BACtalk Systems Programmer's Guide and
Reference (LTBT-TM-PRGRMR).

Supply voltage for programming

AI-99 in Gen4 VLCs represents the unregulated DC voltage resulting from
rectification of the 24 volt AC supply voltage.
When the supply voltage connected to the VLC is 24 VAC, AI-99 has a value of
40.6 VDC. The value of AI-99 is filtered in software to screen out electrical
noise. AI-99 varies proportionally with the voltage of the 24 VAC supply power
to the VLC, which in turn is proportional to the supply voltage to the
transformer.
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AI-99 can be used in DDC to detect brownouts and limit operation of

compressors or other voltage sensitive equipment if appropriate. You can also set
up trendlogs for AI-99 to track longer-term variations in power supply voltage.

Microset II field service mode

When custom field service mode points are configured in Gen4 VLCs with
Positive Only = yes and Decimal = no, the Microset II can be used to adjust these
point values up to a maximum of 65535.
Using Gen4 VLCs allows air balancers to enter maximum airflows of greater
than 3276 from the Microset II.
When configuring custom field service codes for binary points in Gen4 VLCs,
the values displays correctly on both the older style Microset and the Microset II,
regardless of the settings you use for Positive Only and Decimal. In Microset II,
binary values always display 1 for ON and 0 for OFF.

Writing descriptors directly

Descriptors for AI, AO, BI, BO, AV and BV objects in Gen4 VLCs are writable
using BACnet messaging. For example, you can change these descriptors using a
prompted property on an operator workstation display.
This allows an operator to make changes to descriptors without having to resend
DDC. This can be useful when you do not want to give DDC privileges to a user,
but you do want to allow him or her to customize descriptors. This also allows
you to use the same DDC file for multiple controllers, even if they have different
uses for outputs that are not referenced in the DDC file.
For example, to use a spare output on a VAV controller to control an outside
light, you can control it directly with a schedule or global controller DDC and
change the descriptor for that BO on that particular controller without having to
create a special DDC file that is otherwise identical.
For more information about defining descriptors, see “ROCs and writable Gen4
VLC object names and descriptions” in BACtalk Systems Programmer’s Guide
and Reference (LTBT-TM-TRGRMR), available on the ASN.

Shutdown sequence
The VLC monitors supply voltage and goes into shutdown mode if the supply
voltage drops below 15 VAC, thereby protecting data integrity.
When the VLC goes into shutdown mode, all communications are terminated,
the status LED is set to steady ON, and the points stored in RAM are backed up
in flash memory. Once the VLC enters shutdown mode, it does not restart for at
least 16 seconds, regardless of power conditions.
The VLC restarts after the 16-second delay and the supply voltage goes above 17
volts VAC. RAM integrity is checked when the VLC restarts.
If the RAM values are intact, the VLC continues to function normally and the
startup sequence is bypassed.
If the RAM check reveals that RAM values were lost, the following events occur
as part of the VLC startup sequence:
• RAM values are restored from flash memory.
• The DDC init flag is set to ON for the first pass of DDC.
• The after-hours timer is set to zero.
• The demand offset is set to zero.
N OT E : The VLC is rated for operation with a supply voltage between 20 VAC
and 30 VAC, with nominal voltage of 24 VAC.
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Description Implementation
There is a prioritized list of possible sources for descriptions. In order of priority,
the first condition that is true defines the result:
• If the “writable descriptions” option is selected in the DDC, AND if the
point has writable string storage, then the writable string is used, even if
it's blank. In this case, the description is writable.
• Otherwise, if the “writable descriptions” option is not selected, AND if
there is a description for the point given in the DDC file, then that
description is used. The description is read-only in this case.
• Otherwise, if there is a predefined text string for the point, then it is
used. The description is read-only.
• Otherwise, the description is blank and read only.

Object Name Implementation

There is a prioritized list of possible sources for names. In order of priority, the
first condition that is true defines the result:
• If there is a predefined text string for the point, then it is used
• Otherwise, an object name is constructed, e.g. “BO 002”.

The name property of point objects is writeable if indicated in the table above. In
this case the name and description property share the same writable string.

Object Name Implementation

Differences between VLC-444/VLC-444e and other Gen4 devices

Table 15 describes differences between the VLC-444 and VLC-444e and other
Gen4 VLC devices.

Tab le 11 Differences between VLC-444/VLC-444e and other Gen4 VLCs

Difference Detail Related information

Purpose Used for variable-speed fan coil, heat pump, and Table 3 on page 9 describes
AC unit applications. details about VLC-444/VLC-
444e and other Gen4 VLC
Inputs Four universal inputs. devices.

Outputs • Four analog outputs: Support 0-20 mA or 0-10 VDC

outputs. Automatically changes between 0-20 mA
and 0-10 VDC depending on the load resistance
connected. The AOs operate in 0-20 mA current
mode when a load of 550 ohms or less is connected
and operate in 0-10 VDC voltage mode when the load
resistance is 1000 ohms or greater.
• Four triac output: Hot switched, rated for 500 mA at
30 VAC.

Cover dimensions See Figure 1 on page 8.

Environmental factors The following are the acceptable operating For details about other Gen4
ranges for the VLC-444/VLC-444e: VLC devices, see
• Temperature: -40 - 150 deg. F (-40 - 65.5 deg. C). “Environmental factors” on
page 11.
• Humidity: 5-95% RH, noncondensing.

20 VDC source The VLC-444/VLC-444e have a 20 VDC source, See “24 VDC source” on
unlike other VLC models that have a 24 VDC page 14.
source.

Input resolution The VLC-444/VLC-444e inputs have 12 bits of See “Electrical characteristics of
resolution, not 10, as do other VLC devices. Gen4 VLC input circuits” on
page 19.

AI setup VLC-444/VLC-444e controllers automatically set See tables describing reserved

up AIs based on information in the DDC header BVs in BACtalk Systems
or the values of special BVs. Programmer’s Guide and
Reference (LTBT- TM-
PRGRMR).

IN configuration On VLC-444/VLC-444e controllers, INs are See “Input wiring and

configured as AIs using either the Analog Input configuration tips” on page 21.
Setup screen of VLC DDC or VisualLogic®. VLC-
444/VLC- 444e controllers are always based on a
0 – 10v Input Range.
This changes the resistance requirement for
configuring a 4 – 20mA input.

BACnet objects (input) VLC-444/VLC-444e devices have BACnet See “Inputs” on page 19.
objects for only those inputs that exist, unlike
older VLCs, which have BACnet objects IN-0
through IN-15 regardless of how many physical
inputs exist.

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Ta bl e 11 Differences between VLC-444/VLC-444e and other Gen4 VLCs

Difference Detail Related information

BACnet objects VLC-444/VLC-444e devices have BACnet See “Outputs” on page 28.
(outputs) objects only for those binary outputs that exist on
the controller, unlike older VLCs, which have
BACnet objects BO-0 through BO-15 regardless
of how many physical outputs are present.

Input configuration Inputs are configured in VisualLogic® or DDC. See “Inputs” on page 19.

Different wiring The wiring schematic shown in Figure 11 on See “Electrical characteristics of
page 23 does not apply to the VLC-444/VLC- Gen4 VLC input circuits” on
444e because input configuration is controlled by page 19.
VisualLogic® device settings.

0-5 VDC inputs Inputs on the VLC-444/ VLC-444e controllers are For information specific to other
0-10 VDC inputs 0-10 VDC, so you may need to adjust the range devices’ use of 0-5 VDC inputs,
and offset. see “0–5VDC inputs” on page
32.
To use 0-5 VDC inputs, you must set up proper
scaling for the input. If the input range is 0-4096 Otherwise, see “Input wiring and
counts as the input voltage goes from 0-10 VDC, configuration tips” on page 21.
then a 0-5 VDC input reads
0-2048 counts as it goes through its full range
(half the readable range of 0-10 VDC).

Two Point Scale setup When you configure a VLC-444/VLC-444e using See “Inputs” on page 19.
window and 0-5 and 0- the Two Point Scale Setup Window, the 0 – 10v
10 VDC inputs scaling selections behave like other controllers.

4-20mA inputs If you intend to use 4-20mA scaling, use a 500 See “Inputs” on page 19.
ohm resistor instead of the usual 250 ohm
resistor.
If you have already installed your 4 – 20mA
sensors with 250 ohm resistors, use the 0 – 5v
scaling option to get the correct Zero and Range.
If no jumper or DIP switch is present, the setup
can be done only in software.

Current/voltage settings The VLC-444/VLC-444e are autosensing and See “Current/Voltage settings”
therefore has no jumper for mode configuration. on page 31.
VLC-444/VLC-444e AOs can be commanded
beyond 100.0, up to 102.4, in which case it can
overdrive a little to 10.24 volts and 20.48 mA to
help account for any possible line losses.
VLC-444/VLC-444e units are calibrated so that 0-
100 yields 0- 10V or 0-20mA

Tab le 11 Differences between VLC-444/VLC-444e and other Gen4 VLCs

Difference Detail Related information

Scaling inputs Table 6 on page 35 provides a reference for

hardware and software setup inputs in BACtalk
for the VLC-444/VLC-444e.

Communication speed Capable of speed up to 115.2 Kbps, as opposed Transmission speed for other
to 76.8 Kbps as is standard for other Gen4 VLCs. devices is described in Table 7
on page 35.

Reserved points More reserved points than other Gen4 VLC See BACtalk Systems
devices. Programmer’s Guide and
Specifically, the VLC-444/VLC-444e include BV- Reference (LTBT-TM-
99, which disables the 0.5 degrees F deadband PRGRMR), available on the
between AV-95 and AV-96. ASN.

The use of BV-99 allows AV-96 to equal AV 95 if

turned ON.

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Writable Object Names in VLC-444 and VLC-444e

Pre-defined Names/Descriptions
Table 16 lists the objects that have a predefined text string assigned to them.
Some objects also have a storage location allocated for a user-writable string.

Ta b le 1 2 Points and Pre-defined Text

Point Predefined Text Has Writable Storage

AI 0-3 X

AI 99 Supply Voltage

AI 100 Power Up Count

AI 101 Power Loss Count

AI 102 Watchdog Count

AI 103 Illegal Opcode Count

AI 104 Invalid Addr Count

AI 106 Total Resets

AI 107 Integrity Check Resets

AO 0-3 X

AV 0-89 X

AV 90 Setpoint (SP) X

AV 91 Setpoint High Limit X

AV 92 Setpoint Low Limit X

AV 93 Cooling SP Offset X

AV 94 Heating SP Offset X

AV 95 Unoccupied Cooling SP X

AV 96 Unoccupied Heating SP X

AV 97 After Hours Timer Limit X

AV 98 After Hours Timer X

AV 99 Current Cooling SP X

AV 100 Current Heating SP X

AV 101 Microset Room Temp. X

Tab le 1 2 Points and Pre-defined Text

Point Predefined Text Has Writable Storage

AV 102 Space Humidity X

AV 103 Outside Air Temp. to X

Microset

AV 104 MicroTouch Lever X

Offset

AV 105 MicroTouch Lever X

Value

AV 106 Demand Offset X

AV 107 Outside Humidity X

BI 0-3 X

BO 0-3 X

BV 0-63 X

BV 64 Time Schedule Output X

BV 65 Select ON-OFF Mode X

BV 66 After Hours Timer X

Status

BV 67 Occupied/Unoccupied X
Status

BV 68 Field Service Lockout X

BV 69 Swap English/Metric X

BV 70 Microtouch(OFF)/ X
Microset(ON)

BV 71 English (OFF)/Metric X
(ON)

BV 72 Fan Low Speed X

BV 73 Fan Medium Speed X

BV 74 Fan High Speed X

BV 75 Door Open ICON X

BV 76 Fan Auto X

BV 77 Heating ICON X

Ta b le 1 2 Points and Pre-defined Text

Point Predefined Text Has Writable Storage

BV 78 Cooling ICON X

BV 79 Backlight ON X

BV 80 Enable Fan Speed X

Control

BV 81 Select Hotel Mode X

BV 82 Enable Time Display X

BV 83 24Hr Time Format X

BV 84 Enable Space Humidity X

BV 99 Disable Unocc SP
Deadband

BV 300-303

BV 400-403

VAV-E/VLC-E IOG ADDENDUM

This addendum provides information related to the new VLC-E/VAV-E models.
These are enhanced VisualLogic unitary devices that provide compatibility with
Gen4/C3 models and add extended features. Within this section, these products
are generally abbreviated to VLC-E/VAV-E (dash-E) to designate them uniquely
from their predecessor Gen4/C3 versions.
In addition, VLC-E/VAV-E models have two modes of operation: Compatibility
and Normal.
Compatibility Mode
Replicates the analog input circuitry and calculation algorithms of legacy Gen4/
C3 models, allowing you to leave the input scaling configured in DDC as is to
enable drop-in replacement.
Normal Mode
Provides for more accurate analog input sensing via the new input circuitry and
analog input scaling algorithms.

Important Changes
Compatibility Mode - The VLC-E/VAV-E models support a “compatibility code” setting for
ease in “drop in” replacement of existing Gen4/C3 models. In compatibility mode inputs are
modified to match what would be reported by the Gen4/C3 models. This avoids having to change
DDC scaling factors to support the new input circuity of the VLC-E/VAV-E models.

Configuration via BVs - All input and output configuration jumpers or DIP switches are
replaced by configuration BVs in the VLC-E/VAV-E models. All VLC-E/VAV-E models support
“true” universal inputs and are configured similarly, with the exception on Input-0.

BACnet COV Subscriptions - All new VLC-E/VAV-E models support COV Subscriptions for
all data points, i.e. AIs/AOs/AVs and BIs/BOs/BVs. Regarding AIs/AOs/AVs, the new COV-
Increment Property is used to define the frequency of COV Notifications to COV Subscription
devices. Also, ACM ROC v2.0.22 or later is required for COV Subscription trend logging of
VAV-E/VLC-E points.

Additional AVs and BVs including priority array support - VLC-E/VAV-E models have an
additional 48 AVs (8 with priority arrays) and 64 BVs (16 with priority arrays).

16-bit inputs - Inputs on all VLC-E/VAV-E models have 16-bit resolution. Inputs’ raw counts
range 0-4095 and are counted in 0.0625 increments to achieve 65,536 steps of resolution.
When VLC-E/VAV-E are in Compatibility Mode (BV-250=ACTIVE) input raw counts range 0-
4095 and are counted in increments of 1 to achieve 4096 steps of resolution – delivering 12-bit
resolution. This is an improvement over the 10-bit resolution of legacy Gen4/C3 models.

Expanded pulse input support - All VLC-E/VAV-E inputs support pulse-type signals – except
for Input-0, which is reserved for the Microset/Microtouch. (Requires Compass v1.6.3 or later).

VLC-E and VAV-E shutdown sequence - The VLC-E/VAV-E models go into shutdown mode if
the supply voltage drops below 16VAC. After a 30 second delay and when the voltage goes
above 19VAC, the VLC-E/VAV-E returns to normal operation.

VLC-E and VAV-E Models Detail

Table 13 VLC-E and VAV-E Models detail

Model Application Inputs Outputs

VAV-DD-E Dual-duct VAV controller with two Four Four ground-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5 A triac
integral airflow sensors (hot deck/ universal outputs for damper motor control.
cold deck) inputs.

VAV-DD7-E Dual-duct VAV controller with two Four Seven binary outputs: Three hot switched 24
integral airflow sensors (hot deck/ universal VAC @ 0.5A triacs.
cold deck). inputs. Four ground switched 24 VAC @ 0.5A for
damper motor control.

VAV-SD-E Single-duct VAV controller with an Four Five binary outputs: Three hot-switched 24VAC
integral airflow sensor universal @ 0.5A triacs.
inputs. Two ground-switched 24VAC @ 0.5A triacs for
damper motor control.

VAV-SD2A-E Single-duct VAV controller with an Four Five binary outputs, hot-switched 24 VAC @
integral airflow sensor. universal 0.5A triac outputs.
inputs. Two analog outputs.
Output is auto-sensing for 0-10V or 0-20mA.

VLC-1600-E Input monitoring configuration, Sixteen None.

often used to augment the input universal
capabilities of other controllers in inputs.
high point-count applications.

VLC-16160-E High-density I/O configuration, Sixteen Sixteen hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5A triac
typically used in lighting control or universal outputs.
other high point-count applications. inputs.

VLC-550-E Used for heat pumps, AC units, and Five Five hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5A triac outputs.
other terminal unit applications. universal
inputs.

VLC-651R-E Used for unit ventilators, fan coils, or Six Three independently isolated, normally open,
any application that requires universal high-current relay outputs (Form- A [N.O.] dry
multispeed fan or motor control. inputs. contact).
Two hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5A triac outputs.
One analog output.
Output is auto-sensing for 0-10 VDC or 0-20mA.

VLC-660R-E Used for unit ventilators, fan coils, or Six Three independently isolated, normally open,
any application that requires universal high-current relay outputs (Form-A [N.O.] dry
multispeed fan or motor control. inputs. contact).
Three hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5A triac outputs.

VLC-853-E Often used for central plant systems, Eight Five hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5A triac outputs.
air handling units, and large terminal universal Three analog outputs. Outputs are autosensing for
units. inputs. 0-10 VDC or 0-20mA.

VLC-1188-E Often used for central plant systems, Eleven Eight hot-switched 24 VAC @ 0.5A triac outputs.
air handling units, clean rooms, fume universal Eight analog outputs. Outputs are autosensing for
hoods, and large terminal units. inputs. 0-10 VDC or 0-20mA.

Point List Capacities of E Models

Table 14 Point List Capacities of ‘E’ models

Model AI/BI BO AO AV BV Notes

VAV-DD-E 4 4 0 See Point List See VAV Specific Point List Functionality table
Functionality below
VAV-SD2A-E 4 5 2 table below
VAV-SD-E 4 5 0

VAV-DD7-E 4 7 0

VLC-853-E 8 5 3

VLC-550-E 5 5 0

VLC-1188-E 11 8 8

VLC-1600-E 16 0 0

VLC-16160-E 16 16 0

VLC-651R-E 6 5 1

VLC-660R-E 6 6 0

VAV Specific Point List Functionality (Red Lettering indicates new points)
Table 15 VAV Specific Point List Functionality

Model Point Function

VAV-DD-E AI-7 Hot Deck Pressure (“wc/P)

VAV-DD7-E AI-8 Hot Deck Airflow (cfm/LPS)

AI-11 Hot Deck Velocity (fpm/MPS)

VAV-SD2A-E AI-9 Cold Deck Pressure (“wc/P)

VAV-SD-E AI-10 Cold Deck Airflow (cfm/LPS)

AI-12 Cold Deck Velocity (fpm/MPS)

VAV-DD-E
AV-250 Cold Deck box size (in/cm)
VAV-DD7-E
AV-251 Cold Deck zero cutoff (%)

AV-252 Cold Deck calibration factor (K factor)

VAV-DD-E AV-253 Hot Deck box size (in/cm)

VAV-DD7-E AV-254 Hot Deck zero cutoff (%)

AV-255 Hot Deck calibration factor (K factor)

Point List Functionality (Red Lettering indicates new points)

Table 16 Point List Functionality

Points Function

AI/BI-0...15 Physical inputs (number of available AIs/BIs dependent on VLC model)

AI-99 24-volt AC supply voltage

AI-100...108 Diagnostic data

AI-109 Current count of user-provided object names and descriptions in flash

BO-0…15 Physical outputs – priority arrays (number of available BOs dependent on VLC model)

AO-0…7 Physical outputs – priority arrays (number of available AOs dependent on VLC model)

AV-0…89 General Purpose DDC - DDC header overrules any user assignment; any attempt to write Units using
BACnet is rejected unless the DDC header Units property for the given AV is “no units.”

AV-90…110 Microset DDC – supports Microset, Microset-II, Microset 4, and Microtouch

AV-130…169 General Purpose DDC – w/o priority array

User can assign a Units property; stored in flash at the device. Any BACnet write to Units is always
available.

AV-170…177 General Purpose – WITH priority array

User can assign a Units property; stored in flash at the device. Any BACnet write to Units is always
available.

AV-250…255 VAV box configuration parameters (AV-250…252 Cold; AV-253…255 Hot)

BV-0…63 General Purpose DDC – BV-40 has priority array

BV-64…87 Microset DDC – supports Microset, Microset-II, Microset 4, and Microtouch

BV-99 Disables 0.5°F DB between AV-95 & AV-96 (ON = AV-96 can equal AV-95)

BV-130…177 General Purpose DDC – w/o priority array

BV-178...193 General Purpose DDC – WITH priority array

BV-200…215 Selects Current mode (ACTIVE) or Voltage mode (INACTIVE) for AI-0…15 – set by user

BV-220…235 Selects 0-5V input (ACTIVE) or 0-10V input (INACTIVE) for AI-0…15 – set by user

BV-250 Selects Compatibility mode (ACTIVE) or Normal mode (INACTIVE) – set by user

BV-300…307 Indicates Current mode (ACTIVE) or Voltage mode (INACTIVE) for AO-0…7

BV-400…415 Automatically set by device on first pass of DDC according to AI type setting in DDC header.
ACTIVE indicates pullup resistor is to be enabled. INACTIVE indicates pullup resistor is not to be
enabled.
Can be overridden by user, but in this case needs to be overridden by setting it to desired value in DDC
(as startup will always set it as described above).
Pullup is disabled (INACTIVE) if the AI is set to “Scaled” in the DDC header.

Pullup is enabled (ACTIVE) if the AI is set to any other type besides “Scaled”.

Legacy points not provided in VAV-E/VLC-E

All Gen4 VLCs contain 16 logical AIs, 16 logical BIs, 8 logical AOs, and 16
logical BOs even though actual hardware counts of inputs and outputs differ.

This results in a complement of “unused” I/O objects in the Gen4 VLCs. In some
cases, jobs have been engineered for a DDC application to make use of these
“unused” logical I/O object. The VLC-E/VAV-E contains logical I/O objects
only for actual hardware I/O. DDC that accessed “unused” objects will need to
be altered to use the new objects at AV 130-177 and BV 130-193 to run properly.

Compatibility Mode
In Compatibility Mode (BV 250 = Active) the devices will modify input counts
to match what would have been seen had the units been Gen4. This allows field
replacement of existing Gen4 without any kind of DDC modification. The 2-
point scaler for Gen4 VLCs will apply.
Moving forward to new jobs, if operating in Compatibility Mode: Select the
Gen4 VLC models while using the 2-point scaler.
When Compatibility Mode is OFF (BV 250 = Inactive): Select the appropriate
VLC-E/VAV-E model while using the 2-point scaler.

The input circuitry has the following characteristics:

Resistance Mode
In this mode a 13.3k pull-up resistor is applied to the input. This is equivalent to
Gen4/C3 VLC “Thermistor/Dry Contact”, which is not handled automatically.

Voltage Mode
Input voltage 0-10v is divided to the range 0-3.3v with ADC reference 3.3v. The
units are factory calibrated so that 10v reads 4095.

VisualLogic DDC
DDC file size max increased from 14080 to 16384 bytes.
VisualLogic 2-Point Scaler updated to add VLC-E devices.

Alerton\Standard Diagnostic Templates

1. Add new BV points for all VLC/VAV-E controllers.
• BV-200…215 Selected voltage/current mode for AI-0…15
• BV-250 to show status of Compatibility Mode
• BV-300...307 Sensed voltage/current mode for AO-0…7
• BV-400…415 Pull-up resistor setting for AI-0…15
2. Add new AI points for VAV-E controllers.
• AI-7 Hot Deck Pressure (“wc/P)
• AI-8 Hot Deck Airflow (cfm/LPS)
• AI-9 Cold Deck Pressure (“wc/P)
• AI-10 Cold Deck Airflow (cfm/LPS)
• AI-11 Hot Deck Velocity (fpm/ MPS)
• AI-12 Cold Deck Velocity (fpm/ MPS)

Electrical characteristics of VLC-E/VAV-E input circuits

VLC-E and VAV-E Universal Inputs when Pullup (BV 4xx) is Active
(Resistance/Dry Contact Mode)

VLC-E and VAV-E Universal Inputs when Pullup (BV 4xx) is Inactive (Voltage/
Current Mode)

Analog Inputs (AIs)

To facilitate ease of replacement of existing Gen4/C3 VLCs with the
corresponding VLC-E/VAV-E models, the units can be configured to operate in
Compatibility Mode (BV-250 = ACTIVE).
In Compatibility Mode the sampled input values are modified to match the
values that would be reported by a corresponding Gen4 VLC under the same
input signal. This mode is provided to avoid any rescaling in DDC or in DDC
header assignments when the VLC-E / VAV-E is used to replace an existing
Gen4/C3 model. The rescaling otherwise would be required due to the
differences in input circuitry.
All VLC-E/VAV-E models have the same input circuitry as noted above. The
circuit for AI-0…AI-15 is placed into one of two configurations based on the
value of reserved BV-400…BV-415.
On the first pass of DDC the DDC header AI Type assignments are accessed.
The relative BV-400…BV-415 for AI-0…AI-15 is set for Voltage/Current mode
if that AI Type is set to “Scaled”.
For all other AI type settings, the BV-400…BV-415 for AI-0…AI-15 is set for
Resistance/Dry Contact mode.
If this automatic configuration does not fit your needs for AI-0…AI-15 you must
add a DDC sequence to set relative BV-400…BV-415 to the desired value.
Voltage mode or Current mode for AI-0…AI-15 is selected by the value of
reserved BV-200…BV-215.
If BV 200…BV-215 is ACTIVE, then Current mode is selected.
If BV-200…BV-215 is INACTIVE, then Voltage mode is selected.
For current mode (4-20mA), all VLC-E/VAV-E models require an external
250 ohm, 1/4 watt, +/- 1% precision resistor between INPUT and COM.
In Voltage mode all VLC-E/VAV-E models support 0-10 VDC or 0-5 VDC
modes. These modes are controlled by the value of reserved BV-220…BV-235
for AI-0…AI-15.
If the BV is ACTIVE, then 0-5 VDC is selected. If the BV is INACTIVE, then 0-
10 VDC is selected.
The BV-220…BV-235 configuration value does not alter the circuit itself, only
the reported value.
N OT E : BV-200…BV-215 and BV-220…BV-235 must be set by the user or by
transfer values within the DDC file. Default DDC does not affect this range of
BVs.

Input Configuration BVs

Table 17 Input Configuration

AI-0…AI-15 AI-0…AI-15 AI-0…AI-15 AI-0…AI-15

Configuration Resistance/Dry 4-20mA 0-10 VDC 0-5 VDC
BV Contact
BV 400…415 Active Inactive Inactive Inactive

BV 200…215 N/A Active Inactive Inactive

BV 220…235 N/A N/A Inactive Active

Scaling VLC-E/VAV-E Inputs in the DDC Header

Table 18 Scaling VLC-E/VAV-E Inputs in the DDC Header

AI type setting Acceptable

Inputs Configuration Settings in header inputs Remarks

4–20mA BV-400…BV-415 set to INACTIVE Scaled All Inputs 250 ohm 1/4 watt +/- 1%
automatically. precision resistor required
externally across input and
BV-200…BV-215 manually set to
common.
ACTIVE overrides default setting

0–10 VDC or BV-400…BV-415 set to INACTIVE Scaled All Inputs IM P O R TAN T: Sensors
0-5 VDC automatically. with lower output
BV-200…BV-215 manually set to
impedance yield higher
INACTIVE (default).
degree of accuracy.
BV-220…BV-235 manually set to
ACTIVE overrides default 0-10VDC
for 0-5VDC input.

Binary Inputs (BIs)

In Compatibility mode the BIs trigger values are ON < or equal to 448 counts,
OFF > or equal to 512 counts, unchanged between 449 and 511 counts. This
matches the Gen4 VLC behavior for BIs.
When in Normal mode the BIs transition at the same Gen4 VLC external
resistances of 1428 and 1228 ohms, but the reported counts at the trip points are
ON < or equal to 945 and OFF > or equal to 1058.

Analog outputs (AOs)

All VLC-E and VAV-E analog outputs are autosensing. The AOs automatically
change between 0-20 mA and 0-10 VDC depending on the load resistance
connected. The AOs operate in 0-20 mA current mode when a load of 550 ohms
or less is connected and operate in 0-10 VDC voltage mode when the load
resistance is 1000 ohms or greater.
BV-300…BV-307 provide read-only indication of autosensing mode selected for
AO-0….AO-7 respectively.

ROC Files
Table 19 ROC Files

Model ROC Filename

VAV-SD2A-E VLC1030.bin

VAV-SD-E VLC1031.bin

VAV-DD-E VLC1032.bin

VAV-DD7-E VLC1033.bin

VLC-550-E VLC1034.bin

VLC-853-E VLC1035.bin

VLC-1188-E VLC1036.bin

VLC-16160-E VLC1037.bin

Table 19 ROC Files

Model ROC Filename

VLC-1600-E VLC1038.bin

VLC-651-E VLC1039.bin

VLC-660R-E VLC1040.bin

Difference between VLC-E/VAV-E models and Gen4/C3 models

Table 20 Difference between VLC-E/VAV-E and Gen4/C3 models

Difference Detail

Purpose Replacement/Upgrade to Gen4/C3 VLC/VAV models.

CPU Upgrade VLC-E/VAV-E models use a 32-bit NXP K22 processor running at 40 Mhz. 512
Kb of flash allows for future expansion of program features.

Airflow Sensor Improvement VAV-E models use a self-contained sensor that provides greater accuracy at low
flow rates than the previous Gen4/C3 VAV airflow sensor.
VAV-E models also expose sensed pressure and velocity information via AI-9
Cold Deck Pressure, AI-7 Hot Deck Pressure, AI-12 Cold Deck Velocity, and
AI-11 Hot Deck Velocity.

Advanced BACnet Capabilities The firmware for VLC-E/VAV-E models is compliant to BACnet protocol
revision 15 (pending); one of the new capabilities is COV Subscriptions, as
follows…
Physical AIs and Airflow AIs
User AVs 0-89 and Microset AVs 90-110
Extended User AVs 130-177
Physical AOs 0-7
User BVs 0-63 and Microset BVs 64-87
Extended User BVs 130-193
Physical BOs 0-16
NO T E :The VLC-E and VAV-E support a maximum of 32 active
COV subscriptions.

BACnet objects (Inputs) VLC-E/VAV-E have BACnet objects for only those inputs that exist, unlike
older VLCs, which have BACnet objects AI-0 through AI-15 and BI-0 through
BI-15 regardless of how many physical inputs exist.

BACnet objects (Outputs) VLC-E/VAV-E have BACnet objects only for those outputs that exist on the
controller, unlike older VLCs, which have BACnet objects AO-0 through AO-7
and BO-0 through BO-15 regardless of how many physical outputs exist.

Table 20 Difference between VLC-E/VAV-E and Gen4/C3 models

Difference Detail

Inputs Advanced circuitry and firmware filtering improve noise rejection. Universal
inputs are mode-selectable via BVs. Modes supported are:
Thermistor/Dry Contact, Voltage, and Current.
16-bit input resolution. Compatibility mode converts input readings to values
that would be reported by Gen4/C3 models, allowing use of Gen4/C3 DDC
without DDC scaling adjustments.
Pulse support is supported on all inputs except IN-0.
0-5V, 0-10V, and 0-20mA modes are supported on all inputs.

Input resolution The VLC-E and VAV-E inputs have true 16-bit resolution, this includes the
airflow sensor input(s).

Different input circuitry Refer to VLC-E/VAV-E specific input circuit diagrams.

All VLC-E/VAV-E models have the same input circuitry.

AI configuration Inputs on all VLC-E/VAV-E models are configured similarly.

VLC-E/VAV-E controllers select modes for AIs based on configuration BVs.
There are no jumpers or DIP switches.
Compatibility mode allows use of DDC designed for Gen4/C3 models in
VLC-E/VAV-E models without changes.

0-5 VDC inputs Inputs on Gen4 VLC/VAV models had varying support for 0-5VDC and 0-
0-10 VDC inputs 10VDC. The new VLC-E/VAV-E models all support 0-5/0-10VDC inputs
similarly.
Inputs on the VLC-E/VAV-E models are 0-10 VDC. Each input can be
configured to operate in 0-5 VDC mode by setting the appropriate
BV-220…BV-235.
In Compatibility mode each VLC-E/VAV-E model supports BV setting
selections to match jumper or DIP switch selections of the corresponding Gen4/
C3 model. The input counts are converted to the counts that would appear on a
similarly configured Gen4 VLC.

Auxiliary 20 VDC source VLC-E models have a 20 VDC source, unlike Gen4 or C3 VLC models that have
a 24 VDC source.

Two Point Scale setup window and When you configure a VLC-E/VAV-E model that will be used in Compatibility
0-5 and 0-10 VDC inputs mode, choose the Gen4 equivalent in the Two Point Scale Setup Window as
device type.
If the VLC-E/VAV-E model will be using Normal mode, choose the
“appropriate VLC-E/VAV-E model” 0-10V or 0-5V device type in the Two
Point Scale Setup Window.

Two Point Scale setup window and When you configure a VLC-E/VAV-E model that will be used in Compatibility
4-20mA inputs mode, choose the Gen4 equivalent in the Two Point Scale Setup Window as
device type.
If the VLC-E/VAV-E will be using Normal mode, choose the “appropriate VLC-
E/VAV-E model” device type in the Two Point Scale Setup Window.

Table 20 Difference between VLC-E/VAV-E and Gen4/C3 models

Difference Detail

Outputs Analog outputs: Support 0-20 mA or 0-10 VDC outputs.

Automatically changes between 0-20 mA and 0-10 VDC depending on the load
resistance connected. The AOs operate in 0-20 mA current mode when a load of
550 ohms or less is connected and operate in 0-10 VDC voltage mode when the
load resistance is 1000 ohms or greater.
Digital triac outputs: All variants except VAV-SD-E and VAV-DD-E are hot
switched, rated for 500 mA at 30 VAC.

Output current/ voltage settings The VLC-E/VAV-E analog outputs are autosensing and therefore have no mode
configuration.
For outputs AO-0…AO-7, BV-300…BV-307 indicate whether the output is in
current or voltage mode. (ACTIVE = Current mode)
VLC-E and VAV-E units are calibrated so that 0- 100 yields 0- 10V or 0- 20mA.

Supply voltage available for AI-99 for the VLC-E/VAV-E models is an estimation of the input VAC based on
programming an assumption of half-load of the VLC-E total load capacity.
VLC-E/VAV-E require 19 VAC or greater before bootup proceeds and
shutdown as brownout protection if 16 VAC or less is detected.

BV-99 now available in all models All VLC-E/VAV-E models include BV-99, which disables the 0.5 degrees F
deadband between AV-95 and AV-96. The use of BV-99 allows AV-96 to equal
AV 95 if turned ON.
Previously this point was available only in the VLC-444/444e.

Additional AVs VLC-E/VAV-E models have 48 additional general-purpose AVs for DDC.
(AV-130 to AV-177).
NO T E : AV-170…AV-177 have a priority array.

Additional BVs VLC-E/VAV-E models have 64 additional general-purpose BVs for DDC
(BV-130 to BV-193).
NO T E : BV-178…BV-193 have a priority array.

Bootloader and ROC status LED The VLC-E/VAV-E bootloader maintains a solid LED during power verification
patterns and security validation of the ROC.
The VLC-E/VAV-E ROC maintains the same LED status patterns as the Gen4.

Cover dimensions Dimensionally match respective Gen4 VLCs and VAVs.

Environmental factors The following are the acceptable operating ranges:

Temperature: -40 to 150 deg. F (-40 to 65.5 deg. C).
Humidity: 5-95% RH, non condensing.

Communication speed VLC-E/VAV-E models are capable of MS/TP speeds up to 115.2 Kbps.
GEN4/C3 VLC/VAV models have a maximum of 76.8 Kbps.

User writeable Object Names and Same priorities as Gen4 VLCs but string storage increased from 192 to 360.
Descriptions Current flash string count appears as AI-109.

Setup for COV Trendlog on VAV-E/VLC-E Models

N OT E : Requires ACM 2.0.22 or later for full COV Subscription Support.

1. Configure the point you want to monitor with a COV-Increment that fits
for the type of data you will be trending. In the case of an AI that is
monitoring temperature, a COV-Increment in the range of 0.5-1.0 degrees
would be a good increment.

2. Create a COV Trendlog referencing the point setup in Step 1 as the

“Logged Point”. To Create a COV Trend, simply start to create a
standard Trendlog as normal, but instead of specifying the Trend
Interval, check the “Use Change of Value (COV) sampling” checkbox
in the Add Trendlog dialog (use the default Re-subscription interval,
and do not check “COV Increment (deadband)” option, as this is only
for devices that support COV Property).
N OT E : The Change of Value (COV) Settings section will not show up until a
Host Device that supports COV Logging (the ACM), has been selected.

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