ECB-VAVS Preloaded Applications

User Guide
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 Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction....................................................................................................................................................... 5
Introduction to the ECB-VAVS Preloaded Applications ............................................................................ 5
Applications Comparison Chart ................................................................................................................ 5
About This User Guide ............................................................................................................................. 6
Purpose of the User Guide ........................................................................................................... 7
Intended Audience ........................................................................................................................ 7
Conventions Used in this Document............................................................................................. 7
Acronyms and Abbreviations Used in this Document ................................................................... 7

Sequence of Operation..................................................................................................................................... 8
Occupancy Control, Temperature Setpoints, and HVAC Modes.............................................................. 8
Occupancy Control ....................................................................................................................... 8
Space Temperature Setpoints ...................................................................................................... 9
HVAC Modes .............................................................................................................................. 10
Airflow Control and Calibration ............................................................................................................... 10
Airflow Control............................................................................................................................. 11
Airflow Calibration ....................................................................................................................... 12
CO2 Sensor............................................................................................................................................. 12
CO2 Control................................................................................................................................. 13
Air Flow Setpoint (AirFlowSP)..................................................................................................... 13
CO2 Elevation Input..................................................................................................................... 14
Heat Control and Output Wiring.............................................................................................................. 14
Heat Control................................................................................................................................ 15
Output Wiring .............................................................................................................................. 16
VAV Performance Assessment Control Charts (VPACC) ...................................................................... 16
VPACC Functionality .................................................................................................................. 17
VPACC Parameters .................................................................................................................... 18
Receiving Network Values...................................................................................................................... 18

Using the dc gfxApplications .......................................................................................................................... 20

Accessing the Preloaded Applications with EC-Net Pro......................................................................... 20
Configuring the VAV with EC-Net 4 ........................................................................................................ 24
Configuring the Space Temperature Setpoints........................................................................... 25
Configuring the System Parameters ........................................................................................... 26
Configuring the Flow Setpoints ................................................................................................... 27
Configuring the Calibration Points .............................................................................................. 27
Configuring the Damper.............................................................................................................. 27
Configuring the Preloaded Applications.................................................................................................. 27
Overview Tab.............................................................................................................................. 29
Hardware Configuration Tab....................................................................................................... 29
HVAC Control Tab ...................................................................................................................... 33
Air Flow Tab (VAV Balancing) .................................................................................................... 35
Output Assignment ..................................................................................................................... 38
Saving to Multiple Devices.......................................................................................................... 39
Setting Up Trends................................................................................................................................... 39

Allure EC-Smart-Vue Screen-by-Screen Guide ............................................................................................. 42

Adjusting the Setpoints and Display Units .............................................................................................. 42
How to Put a Controller Into Bypass Mode ................................................................................. 43
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Setting up the Parameters and Calibrating the Sensor .......................................................................... 43

How to Enter the General Configuration Submenu..................................................................... 44
How to Set the BACnet MS/TP Communication Network Parameters ....................................... 45
How to Calibrate the Sensor and Adjust the Screen Contrast .................................................... 46
How to Exit the Submenu ........................................................................................................... 47
Configuring the VAV ............................................................................................................................... 47
How to enter the VAV Configuration submenu and select a controller’s VAV parameters ......... 48
Setting up Inputs..................................................................................................................................... 50
How to enter the Input Configuration submenu and configure the inputs ................................... 51
Setting up Outputs .................................................................................................................................. 53
How to enter the Output Configuration submenu and configure the outputs .............................. 54
How to Exit the Submenu ........................................................................................................... 55
Output Wiring (VAVS) ................................................................................................................. 56
Configuring the Flow Setpoint Parameters ............................................................................................. 56
How to enter the Flow Setpoint submenu and configure a parameter........................................ 57
How to Exit the Submenu ........................................................................................................... 58
Performing VAV Airflow Balancing ......................................................................................................... 58
How to enter the Balancing submenu ......................................................................................... 59
How to perform airflow balancing................................................................................................ 60
How to initialize the damper........................................................................................................ 62
Other functions in the Balancing submenu ................................................................................. 63
How to release overrides ............................................................................................................ 64
How to Exit the Submenu ........................................................................................................... 64
Performing Overrides.............................................................................................................................. 64
How to perform an override ........................................................................................................ 65
How to release overrides ............................................................................................................ 66
How to Exit the Submenu ........................................................................................................... 67

Configuration Codes....................................................................................................................................... 68
Procedure for Submitting New Configuration Codes using an Allure EC-Smart-Vue............................. 68
How to submit new configuration codes ..................................................................................... 68
How to Exit the Submenu ........................................................................................................... 69
Tables of Configuration Codes ............................................................................................................... 69
ECB–VAVS ................................................................................................................................. 70
 Introduction

Introduction
In the first chapter, the ECB-VAVS preloaded applications are introduced and an overview of this user
guide is provided.

Introduction to the ECB-VAVS Preloaded Applications

Distech Controls’ ECB-VAVS controllers come preloaded with code containing standard VAV applica-
tions. This code was created using EC-gfxProgram, a Graphical Programming Interface (GPI) tool that
enables visual assembly of building blocks and the design of custom programs that control Building
Automation Systems.
A controller’s preloaded applications can be configured using dc gfxApplication, an application that is
accessible through EC-Net Pro, which is powered by the Niagara Framework®. dc gfxApplication pro-
vides an intuitive interface for configuring controllers.
Alternatively, an Allure™ EC-Smart-Vue can be used to configure a controller’s preloaded applications
on site. The Allure EC-Smart-Vue series communicating sensor features a backlit display and graphi-
cal menus. This sensor can be used for indoor temperature measurement, setpoint adjustment, CO2
sensing, and occupancy state override. An Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensor can also be used to perform
system air balancing without requiring an onsite controls engineer and to commission the system.
Controllers can also be custom-programmed using EC-gfxProgram through EC-Net Pro. With this GPI
tool, quick and easy control sequences can be created, which meet the most demanding requirements
of any engineering specification.
For detailed specifications regarding the ECB-VAVS controllers, refer to the ECB-VAVS datasheet on
SmartSource.

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Applications Comparison Chart

ECB-VAV ECB-VAVS ECB–VAV-N
Series Fan Series Fan
Box Type Parallel Fan Single Duct Parallel Fan
Single Duct Single Duct
1 Stage
1 Stage 1 Stage
Heating Stages 2 Stages
2 Stages 2 Stages
3 Stages
Up to 3 Digital/PWM/TRIAC Up to 2 Digital/PWM/TRIAC Up to 2 Digital/PWM/TRIAC
Stages Type Up to 2 Analog stages Up to 1 Analog stage Up to 2 Analog stages
Up to 2 Floating Stages Up to 1 Floating Stage Up to 2 Floating Stages
Damper Actuator Integrated Integrated External
10K Type II 10K Type II
10kK Type III 10kK Type III
10K Type II
Sensor Type PT1000 PT1000
10kK Type III
NI1000 @ 0C NI1000 @ 0C
NI1000 @ 22C NI1000 @ 22C
Table 1: Available configurations

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 Introduction

About This User Guide

Purpose of the User Guide
This user guide is intended to provide information and instruct a user to configure an ECB-VAVS con-
troller from its preloaded applications using either dc gfxApplications or an Allure EC-Smart-Vue sen-
sor. However, this guide is not designed to instruct the user on how to use an ECB-VAVS controller.
For information on this controller series, refer to its datasheet and to the EC-gfxProgram user guide,
both of which are available on SmartSource.

£ This user guide only explains hardware installation in a general sense. Please refer to
the individual device’s installation guides for specific hardware installation information.
£ This user guide does not provide and does not intend to provide instructions for safe
wiring practices. It is the user’s responsibility to adhere to the safety codes, safe wiring
guidelines and safe working practices of the local area. This user guide does not in-
tend to provide all the information and knowledge of an experienced HVAC technician
or engineer.

Intended Audience
This user guide is intended for system designers, integrators, and field technicians who have experi-
ence with control systems. It is recommended that anyone engineering, programming and configuring
the controllers specified in this user guide have prior training in using these controllers.

Conventions Used in this Document

Notes
This is an example of Note text. Wherever the note-paper icon appears, it means the associated text is giving a
time-saving tip or a reference to associated information of interest.

Cautions and Warnings

This is an example of Caution and Warning text. Wherever the exclamation icon appears, it means that there
may be an important safety concern or that an action taken may have a drastic effect on the device, equipment,
and/or network if it is done improperly.

Conventions for Using the Mouse

Click the item.

Click, drag, and release the item.

Acronyms and Abbreviations Used in this Document

BACnet Building Automation and Control Networking Protocol
BAS Building Automation System
BCP Building Controls Protocol
BCS Building Controls Services
HVAC Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
IP Internet Protocol
LAN Local Area Network
LON Local Operating Network
MS/TP Master-Slave/Token-Passing
SI System International (the Metric system of units)
VAV Variable Air Volume

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Sequence of Operation
This chapter presents various aspects of the sequence of operation of an ECB-VAVS controller. Top-
ics covered include occupancy control, temperature setpoints, HVAC modes, airflow control, CO 2
sensing, heat control, and fan control.

Occupancy Control, Temperature Setpoints, and HVAC

Modes
In this section, various parts of the ECB-VAVS sequence of operation are presented, including occu-
pancy control, space temperature setpoints, HVAC modes, airflow control, CO2 sensing, heat control,
and fan control.

Occupancy Control
The following table describes the variables that control occupancy.
Variable Description
Occupancy received from the network. If no update is received from the network for more
OccupancyCmd (MV1)
than commFailDelay (AV54), OccupancyCmd falls back into occupied mode.
Derived from the above three variables. The occupant can force the system into Bypass
OccupancyStatus (MV15) mode during unoccupied or standby modes via the room sensor. The override delay can
be adjusted through BypassTime (AV47).
Current status from a motion detection sensor. When configured, OccupancyStatus is set
OccDetection (MV17) to standby mode when OccupancyCmd is in occupied mode. Once motion is detected
OccupancyStatus is set to occupied for time period of BypassTime (AV47).
Current status of a window dry contact. When configured, OccupancyStatus is set to
WindowContact (MV18)
unoccupied mode when the window is open regardless of OccupancyCmd.
An Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensor with occupancy detection (motion sensor) will have priority over any
occupancy sensor input. For example, if inputs 1, 2, or 3 are configured for an occupancy sensor and
there is also an Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensor with occupancy detection, then OccupancyStatus (MV15)
variable will only take into account the Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensor.

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The following table describes the sequence of operation for the occupancy control.
OccupancyCmd (Schedule) OccDetection WindowContact OccupancyStatus (Result)
Off Occupied
Unconfig
On Unoccupied
Off Unoccupied
Null Unoccupied
On Unoccupied
Off Occupied
Occupied
On Unoccupied
Off Occupied
Unconfig
On Unoccupied
Off Occupied
Occupied Occupied
On Unoccupied
Off Standby
Unoccupied
On Unoccupied
Off Standby
Unconfig
On Unoccupied
Off Occupied
Standby Occupied
On Unoccupied
Off Standby
Unoccupied
On Unoccupied
Off Unoccupied
Occupied
On Unoccupied
Off Unoccupied
Unoccupied Unoccupied
On Unoccupied
Off Unoccupied
Unconfig
On Unoccupied

Space Temperature Setpoints

There are six configuration setpoints and one setpoint adjustment variable: UnoccCoolSP, Standby-
CoolSP, OccCoolSP, OccHeatSP, StandbyHeatSP, UnoccHeatSP and SetPtOffset.
The table below outlines each one as well as other derived setpoints.
Variable Description
UnoccCoolSP (AV38) Cooling set point during unoccupied mode
StandbyCoolSP (AV39) Cooling set point during standby mode
OccCoolSP (AV40) Cooling set point during occupied mode
OccHeatSP (AV41) Heating set point during occupied mode
StandbyHeatSP (AV42) Heating set point during standby mode
UnoccHeatSP (AV43) Heating set point during unoccupied mode
Set point adjustment via room sensor (EC-Sensor Series, EC-Smart-Vue Series or EC-
SetPtOffset (AV7)
Smart-Comfort Series)
ActCoolSP (AV36) The actual cooling set point is derived based on OccupancyStatus and SetPtOffset.
ActHeatSP (AV37) The actual heating set point is derived based on OccupancyStatus and SetPtOffset.
The effective set point reflects ActCoolSP or ActHeatSP depending on
EffectSP (AV50)
HVACModeStatus.
The dc gfxApplications interface and the Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensor can both be used to adjust the
heating and cooling setpoints.
For instructions on how to adjust the setpoints using the dc gfxApplications interface, see Configuring
the Space Temperature Setpoints.
For screen-by-screen steps on how to adjust the setpoints using an Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensor, see
Adjusting the Setpoints and Display Units.

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HVAC Modes
The following table describes the HVAC mode variables:
Variable Description
HVACModeCmd is received from the network. If no update is received from the network
for more than CommFailDelay(AV54), HVACModeCmd falls back to Auto.
HVACModeCmd (MV2)
The supported modes are: (1)-AUTO, (2)-HEAT, (3)-MRNG_WRMUP, (4)-COOL, (5)-
NIGHT_PURGE, (6)-PRE_COOL and (7)-OFF.
HVACModeStatus (MV15) is controlled by HVACModeCmd. When HVACModeCmd is
HVACModeStatus (MV15)
set to Auto, HVACModeStatus reflects the room’s actual terminal load.

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Airflow Control and Calibration

In this section, the sequence of operations related to a controller’s airflow control and calibration are
presented.

Airflow Control
There are six airflow configuration setpoint variables described in the following table:
Variable Description
MinFlowSP (AV26) Absolute minimum flow setpoint during occupied mode
MaxFlowCoolSP (AV27) Maximum flow setpoint during cooling mode
MinFlowHeatSP (AV28) Minimum flow setpoint when duct heater is active
MaxFlowHeatSP (AV29) Maximum flow setpoint during heating mode
MinFlowStbySP (AV30) Minimum flow setpoint during standby mode
MinFlowUnoccSP (AV31) Minimum flow setpoint during unoccupied mode
The actual flow setpoint, ActFlowSP (AV2), is calculated based on BoxType (MV20) and other control
variables described in the subsections below.
The system uses DuctInTemp (AV6) and the temperature setpoint average (ActCoolSP and ActHe-
atSP) to evaluate whether the inlet temperature is suitable for cooling or heating the space. If HVAC-
ModeStatus is in morning warm up, the air is by default considered suitable for heating the space.
Cooling Mode
When the air is suitable for cooling the space, ActFlowSP varies between MinFlowSP and MaxFlow-
CoolSP based on terminal load. Otherwise, when the air is too warm, ActFlowSP is by default equal to
MinFlowSP.
When OccupancyStatus is in unoccupied or standby mode, MinFlowSP is replaced by either Min-
FlowUnoccSP or MinFlowStbySP.
Heating Mode
When the air is suitable for heating the space, ActFlowSP varies between MinFlowSP and
MaxFlowHeatSP. Otherwise, when the air is too cold, ActFlowSP is by default equal to MinFlowSP.
Regardless, when duct heating is required, MinFlowSp is replaced by the highest value between Min-
FlowSP and MinFlowHeatSP.
When OccupancyStatus is in unoccupied or standby mode, MinFlowSP is replaced by either Min-
FlowUnoccSP or MinFlowStbySP.
When the VVTMode (BV12) option is selected, ActFlowSP is converted into a percentage, which con-
trols the damper without using a flow reading.
The dual maximum option, DualMaximum (BV19), is available for the ECB-VAVS model. When in
heating mode, ActFlowSP is controlled as follows (see Figure 1): The first 50 percent of the heating
load adjusts the DischAirSP (AV12) between 55°F and MaxDischAirSP (AV56). The second 50 per-
cent of the heating load adjusts the ActFlowSP between MinFlowHeatSP and MaxFlowHeatSP. Note
that the dual maximum option requires a discharge temperature sensor to be configured. This se-
quence of operation respects California Title-24.
DischAirSP ActFlowSP

MaxDischAirSP MaxFlowHeatSP

MinFlowHeatSP
55°F

0% 50% 100% 0% 50% 100%

Heating Load Heating Load

Discharge air setpoint is adjusted for first 50% of Actual flow setpoint is adjusted for remaining 50% of
heating load heating load
Figure 1: Heating Control with the Dual Maximum Option

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Heating Mode for Fan Powered VAV

When the air is suitable for heating the space, ActFlowSP varies between MinFlowHeatSP and
MaxFlowHeatSP. Otherwise, when the air is too cold, ActFlowSP is by default equal to Min-
FlowHeatSP.
When OccupancyStatus is in unoccupied or standby mode, MinFlowSP and MinFlowHeatSP are re-
placed by either MinFlowUnoccSP or MinFlowStbySP.
When the VVTMode (BV12) option is selected, ActFlowSP is converted into a percentage, which con-
trols the damper without using a flow reading.
For instructions on how to configure a controller’s airflow setpoint parameters using the dc gfxApplica-
tions interface, see Configuring the Calibration Points.
For screen-by-screen steps on how to configure the airflow setpoint parameters using an Allure EC-
Smart-Vue sensor, see Configuring the Flow Setpoint Parameters.

Airflow Calibration
The actual flow, ActFlow (AV1), is calculated using the differential pressure from the onboard sensor
and the K-factor.
To calibrate the system, stabilize the flow by either overriding the flow setpoint or the damper position,
DamperOvr (AV9). Once stabilized, read the flow hood measurement and enter the value into Flow-
Calib (AV33). The K-factor will automatically adjust to the proper value.
For instructions on how to perform VAV airflow balancing, see Air Flow Tab (VAV Balancing).
For screen-by-screen steps on how to perform VAV airflow balancing using an Allure EC-Smart-Vue
sensor, see Performing VAV Airflow Balancing.

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CO2 Sensor
CO2 sensor priorities are as follows:
1) Allure EC-Smart-Vue with CO2 sensor.
2) Allure EC-Smart-Air with CO2 sensor.
3) CO2 sensor configured on Input 3.

The Allure EC-Smart-Vue with CO2 sensor will have priority over the EC-Smart-Air with CO2 sensor
and over the CO2 sensor configured on Input 3. For example, if Input 3 is configured for a CO2 sensor
and there is also one Allure EC-Smart-Vue with CO2 sensor and one Allure EC-Smart-Air with CO2
sensor, then the CO2 Sensor (AV10) variable will only take into account the Allure EC-Smart-Vue with
CO2 sensor.

CO2 Control
The CO2 is calculated by a PID loop. The PID loop is activated if CO2Sensor (AV10) variable is valid
(less or equal to 5000 ppm). In a PID configuration, the default value of the CO2Setpoint (AV52) vari-
able is 1000 ppm.
The PID output is multiplied by 2 in order to control the air flow in the first half of the PID loop (0-50%).
As for the second half of the PID loop (50-100%), the CO2Load (AV53) should be read by the AHU to
adjust the outdoor air damper. You can also use the maximum of all the PID loops to increase the min-
imum fresh air of the AHU supplying this area.

Air Flow Setpoint (AirFlowSP)

The Air Flow calculation depends on the CO2 load:

Figure 2: Air Flow Setpoint Calculation

For example, the AirFlow setpoint is directly linked to the CO2Load (AV53):
£ If CO2Load is 0% then AirFlowSetpoint is equal to MinAirFlow Sp.
£ If CO2Load is 65% then AirFlowSetpoint is equal to the following:
(((MaxFlowSp - MinFlowSp) x 0.65) + MinFlowSp)
The AirFlow setpoint will be the maximum value between the air flow setpoint based on the space
temperature and the CO2 flow setpoint.

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CO2 Elevation Input

The Allure EC-Smart-Vue with CO2 sensors and Allure EC-Smart-Air with CO2 sensors are factory cali-
brated to accurately read CO2 concentration levels at sea level. The Elevation (AV99) variable adjusts
the CO2 concentration levels when the sensor is used in locations where the elevation is greater than
500ft (152m) above sea level. The Elevation input of the corresponding ComSensor block in EC-gfx-
Program must be set to the current location’s elevation to obtain the most accurate readings.

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Heat Control and Output Wiring

Heat Control
Depending on the controller model, up to three heating sources can be controlled. Configuration of
these sources is done by the following variables:
£ Heat1Type (MV21)
£ Heat2Type (MV22)
These variables allow the user to select the type of control signal used to drive the heating source.
These variables must be configured in order (i.e. Heat1Type must be used before Heat2Type can be
configured, and so on).
Each heat type has a normally open or normally closed configuration option, represented by the fol-
lowing variables:
£ Heat1NormOpen (BV20)
£ Heat2NormOpen (BV21)
Other relevant variables are described in the table below.
Variable Description
This variable determines the number of duct heaters which are installed. Duct heaters are
always wired starting from Heat1Type. If no duct heaters or only perimeter heat is
DuctHeatStgs (MV29)
required, set this variable to “None”. All heat types configured greater than DuctHeatStgs
are considered perimeter heaters.
MaxOatDuctHeat (AV48) Outside air temperature limit to disable the duct heater(s).
MaxOatPerimHeat (AV49) Outside air temperature limit to disable the perimeter heater(s).
Determines which heating source is activated first. Options are duct heater, perimeter
HeatPriority (MV13)
heat or simultaneous.
Determines if hot water reheat is used. When in use, the MinFlowHeatSP safeguard is
HotWaterReheat (BV18)
ignored.
Load shedding Option. A value of zero percent disables this feature. Shedding between 0
Shedding (AV11)
and 100 percent attenuates the total heat demand of the system.

Shedding
Shedding is based on the following variable:
Variable Description
Load shedding option. 0% = no shedding; 100% = full shedding
Shedding (AV11)
Heating output is rescaled based on the percentage of shedding required.
Example:
Heating demand = 75%
Shedding = 20%
Max heating = 100% - 20% (shedding) = 80%
Output = 75% (heating demand) x 80% (max heating) = 60% (Scaled output based on required shed-
ding)

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Output Wiring
Wiring of outputs depends on heat type configuration.
Heat1Type always outputs on DO1 and AO4.
When using a floating valve, DO1 is used for opening the valve and DO2 is used for
Heat1Type
closing the valve.
When the Pwm Triac option is used, DO1 is used to control the heating source.
Heat2Type always outputs on DO2 and AO4 unless Heat1Type is a floating valve, in
which case the digital outputs are shifted (i.e. DO2 becomes DO3).
When using a floating valve, DO1 is used for opening the valve and DO2 is used for
Heat2Type
closing the valve if Heat1Type is set to Analog.
When the Pwm Triac option is used, DO2 and AO4 are used to control the heating
source.
Wiring of outputs depends on the type of control signal used to drive the heating sources. For instruc-
tions on how to configure a controller’s outputs using the dc gfxApplications interface, see Configuring
the Preloaded Applications.
For screen-by-screen steps on how to configure a controller’s outputs using an Allure EC-Smart-Vue
sensor, see Setting up Outputs.

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VAV Performance Assessment Control Charts (VPACC)

The ECB-VAVS VPACC feature, which is embedded into the ECB-VAVScontrol sequences, provides
a means of automatically detecting when the VAV is operating outside of its design parameters.
In a traditional sequence of operations, alarms are triggered when the value of a point stays outside
the alarm limit for a defined period of time. The VPACC improves on this, since it has the capability to
set off a warning condition automatically should the system be unstable or consistently too high or low,
even if the alarm points are never reached.
Additional benefits of the VPACC:
£ Identify failure or unstable control where standard alarming would fail
£ Track equipment control over a long period of time
£ Identify failure before occupant complaints
£ Monitor system only when in occupied mode
£ Increase building efficiency
£ Reduce major equipment replacement and emergency equipment replacement
£ No need to program alarm in EC-BOS or EC-Net Pro.

VPACC Functionality
The example below shows that the airflow of a VAV is unstable. The VPACC feature can detect and
diagnose this unstable control by evaluating the frequency of errors over time and producing an alarm
should the frequency exceed the established parameters. The VPACC fault detection alerts can be
viewed from the dc gfxApplications graphics pages and displayed in the EC-Net Web pages. The
VPACC is available with all VAV controllers and is used in your custom VAV sequence using gfxAppli-
cations code library.

Figure 3: VPACC Functionality

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The VPACC will measure the following fault detections:

£ Low Space Temperature
£ High Space Temperature
£ Low Discharge Temperature
£ High Discharge Temperature
£ Unstable Air Flow
£ Low Air Flow
£ High Air Flow

VPACC Parameters
£ AV80 EnDelayVPACC VPACC Enable Delay (min)
– Default value : 60 min
£ AV81 CUSUM_K_VPACC VPACC CUSUM K Param (no-unit)
– Default value : 3
£ AV82 SpaceTempStdErr VPACC Space Temperature Standard Error
– Default value : 0.4 Δ°F (0.25 Δ°K)
£ AV83 SpaceTempErrAlmSp VPACC Space Temperature Alarm
– Default value : 500 Δ°F (250 Δ°K)
£ AV84 AirFlowStdErr VPACC Air Flow Standard Error
– Default value : 10 cfm (5 L/s)
£ AV85 AirFlowErrAlmSp VPACC Flow Alarm Setpoint
– Default value : 900 cfm (450 L/s)
£ AV86 DischTempStdErr VPACC Discharge Temperature Standard Error
– Default value : 1 Δ°F (1 Δ°K)
£ AV87 DischTempErrAlmSp VPACC Discharge Temperature Alarm Setpoint
– Default value : 500 Δ°F (250 Δ°K)
£ AV88 SpaceTempPosErr VPACC Positive Space Temperature CUSUM (Δ°F) (Δ°K)
£ AV89 SpaceTempNegErr VPACC Negative Space Temperature CUSUM (Δ°F) (Δ°K)
£ AV90 AirFlowPosErr VPACC Positive Flow CUSUM (cfm) (L/s)
£ AV91 AirFlowNegErr VPACC Negative Flow CUSUM (cfm) (L/s)
£ AV92 AirFlowAbsErr VPACC Absolute Flow CUSUM (cfm) (L/s)
£ AV93 DischTempPosErr VPACC Positive Discharge Temperature CUSUM (Δ°F) (Δ°K)
£ AV94 DischTempNegErr VPACC Negative Discharge Temperature CUSUM (Δ°F) (Δ°K)
£ MSV40 VPACCStatus VPACC Status Reporting:
– Normal
– LowSpaceTemp or HighSpaceTemp
– LowDischTemp or HighDischTemp
– UnstableAirFlow or LowAirFlow or HighAirFlow

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Receiving Network Values

Typically, a VAV controller will be receiving values from another controller (i.e., AHU system controller)
over the network such as UnitStatus, OccupancyCmd, HVACModeStatus, DuctInTemp, OutdoorTemp,
and Shedding. If these values are not periodically received, they will fall back to their respective de-
fault values after the CommFailDelay (AV54) is expired and given that the object was controlled at pri-
ority 14. In the case where CommFailDelay not required, write selected points from the network at a
priority other than 14.

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Using the dc gfxApplications

Using the dc gfxApplications

This chapter explains how to access the preloaded applications using EC-Net Pro and how to navigate
the dc gfxApplications interface. Various aspects of the dc gfxApplications interface are explained, in-
cluding configuring the VAV settings and setting up trends to be followed.

Accessing the Preloaded Applications with EC-Net Pro

The ECB-VAVS preloaded applications can be found in the dc gfxApplications palette.
Certain elements must be installed on the EC-Net platform being used, namely:
£ EC-Net Support Package
£ dcImages
£ Haystack tagging
£ dcgfxApplications
For information on how to prepare an EC-Net station and how to install the dcgfxApplications palette
or module in an EC-BOS, refer to the Productivity Enhancing Tools User Guide.
To access the preloaded applications of an ECB-VAVS controller, it must first be created in the Bcp-
BacnetNetwork driver of the configured station and then matched with an existing device in the BAC-
net Network. The following procedure explains how to add devices to a configured station and then
how to match them with existing devices in the network:
1. Open the dcgfxApplications template.

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2. Click and drag the name of a controller model from the dcgfxApplications module to the BcpBac-
netNetwork driver of the configured station. Assign an appropriate name to the newly created de-
vice.

To add multiple copies of the same device, right-click the device just added, click Copy, and then right-click the
BcpBacnetNetwork driver and click Paste Special.

3. Double-click the BcpBacnetNetwork driver. The Bcp Bacnet Device Manager appears in the View
pane.

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4. Click Discover. The discovered devices appear in the View pane’s top section and the BcpBacnet-
Network database appears in the bottom section.
5. Select the discovered device that is to be matched with the one just added to the database. Click
Match.

The Match window appears.

6. Click OK. The device in the database is matched with the one in the discovered network. After
matching is done, the device ID must be set.

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7. Click DeviceID. When the Change Device ID window appears, click Yes. The DeviceID window
appears.

To set the device ID of multiple devices at the same time, select all of them from the database before clicking
DeviceID. EC-Net Pro automatically increments the device ID when multiple devices are being updated.

8. Set the device ID according to the overall network planning. The device ID must be unique to a de-
vice in the entire BACnet network internetwork. The valid range is from 0 to 4194302. Click OK.
9. Click OK again when the Change Device ID window appears.

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10. In the Nav tree, double-click the device that was just added and matched. An overview of the VAV
system in place appears in the View pane (shown below).

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Configuring the VAV with EC-Net 4

From the Configuration Px page, certain limited configuration parameters may be changed. These in-
clude the VAV’s space temperature setpoints, system parameters, flow setpoints, calibration points,
and damper configuration. This page can easily be accessed from the VAV navigation menu located
at the top of the system view page. Each setpoint can be easily set using its corresponding Edit button
.

Figure 4: Configuration Tables

Configuring the Space Temperature Setpoints

The Temperature Setpoints table contains the heating and cooling setpoints for the occupied, standby
and unoccupied modes. Each setpoint can be easily set using its corresponding Edit button. The table
below gives a brief description of each type of setpoint.

Figure 5: Temperature Setpoints

Setpoints (heating/cooling) Description

The limits between which the temperature is to be maintained by the controller when it is
Occupied
in Occupied mode. This temperature range should be comfortable to building occupants.
The limits between which the temperature is to be maintained by the controller when it is
in Standby mode. In Standby mode, the temperature is usually allowed a larger amount
Standby
of variance than in Occupied mode. Still, it is maintained at a value close enough to the
occupied setpoints so that it can be varied quickly for occupancy.
The limits between which the temperature is to be maintained by the controller when it is
in Unoccupied mode. If the temperature passes these limits, the system reacts to bring
Unoccupied the temperature back within these limits. In Unoccupied mode, the space temperature is
usually allowed a larger amount of variance than in Occupied mode, thereby lowering
operating costs.

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Configuring the System Parameters

In the System Configuration table, general controller parameters are set such as the changeover de-
lay, bypass mode override time, and terminal load scaling factors. In addition, the Allure EC-Smart-
Vue’s accessibility settings are defined. The table below describes each of these parameters. Use the
Edit buttons to modify these parameters according to the desired system configuration settings.

Figure 6: System Configuration Table

Parameter Description
Disables perimeter and duct heating during morning warmup. The morning warmup mode
is used to preheat the building so that when building occupants enter the building in the
Disable Heating During Morning morning, the temperature is already at or close to the occupied heating setpoint. Morning
Warmup warmup assumes that there is warm air in the duct. When there is a demand for heating
during morning warmup, the damper is opened (however, never more than the maximum
flow).
A priority setting parameter for the terminal load factor when the controller is in heating
Terminal Load Heating Factor mode. The controller scales the heating requirement of the terminal load based on the
terminal load heating factor and then applies the result to the terminal load factor.
A priority setting parameter for the terminal load factor when the controller is in cooling
Terminal Load Cooling Factor mode. The controller scales the cooling requirement of the terminal load based on the
terminal load cooling factor and then applies the result to the terminal load factor.
Defines the minimum time during which heating must be OFF before cooling can be
turned ON as well as the minimum time during which cooling must be OFF before heating
Change Over Delay (Heat/Cool)
turns ON. This parameter prevents the system from continuously oscillating between
heating and cooling modes.
The duration of time the controller remains in bypass mode when changed from standby
or unoccupied modes.
Bypass Mode Override Time In addition, if a motion sensor is present, the bypass mode override time represents how
long the controller remains in occupied mode (no room occupancy is detected) before
returning the controller to standby mode.
Defines how much access a user of the Allure EC-Smart-Vue has to the controller’s
configuration parameters. The Allure EC-Smart-Vue access ranges from full access to
limited access or no access at all. Limited access allows setpoint adjustment only or
setpoint adjustment and airflow balancing.
EC-Smart-Vue Lockout
Regardless of the access level of the Allure EC-Smart-Vue, the controller’s configuration
parameters cannot be modified through the Allure EC-Smart-Vue except after a password
is entered. To learn how to perform various functions using the Allure EC-Smart-Vue’s
basic and advanced menus, see Allure EC-Smart-Vue Screen-by-Screen Guide.
Resulting Terminal Load Displays the terminal load on the unit.

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Configuring the Flow Setpoints

The following table describes the airflow setpoint parameters that can be configured.

Figure 7: Flow Setpoints

Parameter Description
Min Cool Flow Setpoint Minimum cooling flow setpoint
Max Cool Flow Setpoint Maximum cooling flow setpoint
Min Heat Flow Setpoint Minimum flow setpoint when duct heater is active
Max Heat Flow Setpoint Maximum flow setpoint during heating mode

Configuring the Calibration Points

From the Calibration Points table, the VAV flow calibration and flow setpoint can be configured.

Figure 8: Calibration Points Table

Parameter Description
The actual flow in cfm. When the value is sent to the VAV controller, the controller will
Flow / Calibrate
automatically calibrate its flow reading and readjust the K-Factor.
Flow Setpoint The actual flow setpoint.

Configuring the Damper

From the Damper Configuration table, the adjustment of the damper direction and damper initialization
can be performed.

Figure 9: Damper Configuration

Parameter Description
Used to specify the direction (clockwise or counter clockwise) in which the actuator
Damper Direction
rotates to open the damper.
If the mechanical stops on the actuator have been moved to limit the range of movement
of the damper, then the damper must be initialized. Setting the Damper Initialize
Damper Initialize parameter to True resets the damper position and calculates the total number of steps
between the stops. To initialize the damper, click the Edit button. The status will change
from Normal to Initializing during the initialization process.

The actuator mechanical stops should be moved only to limit damper movement from going under 0% or over
100%.

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Configuring the Preloaded Applications

The VAV’s preloaded applications can easily be configured from within EC-gfxProgram. The configu-
ration parameters related to a VAV box setup as well as its input and output settings are accessible
through the Configuration Assistant.
To access the Configuration Assistant page:
1. In the Nav sidebar, right click the VAV you wish to configure and click Launch Wizard.

Figure 10: Launching Wizard from the Nav Sidebar

The Configuration Assistant page appears.

Figure 11: Configuration Assistant Page in EC-gfxProgram

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Overview Tab
The Overview tab of the Configuration Assistant provides a user with a convenient location to view
many general settings, such as setpoints and status.

Figure 12: General Settings Overview

Hardware Configuration Tab

The Hardware Configuration tab includes Inputs, Outputs, Box, and Room Sensors configuration. A
brief description of each type of configuration parameter is outlined below.

Figure 13: Hardware Configuration Tab

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Configuring Input Parameters

All input configuration setpoint parameters are found in the Inputs Configuration subsection of the
Hardware Configuration tab. The table below gives a brief description of each type of input configura-
tion parameter.

Parameter Description
Unconfig – Not configured.
SpaceTemp – Room temperature sensor.
Input 1 Configuration
OccDetect – Occupancy detection.
WindowContact – Window contact.
Unconfig – Not configured.
DischargeTemp – Discharge air temperature sensor.
Input 2 Configuration OccDetect – Occupancy detection.
WindowContact – Window contact.
SpOffset – Setpoint offset.
Unconfig – Not configured.
Input 3 Configuration CO2 4-20mA – 4-20mA CO2 Sensor (0-2000 ppm).
CO2 0-5V – 0-5V CO2 Sensor (0-2000 ppm).
10K Type 2
Sensors Type
10K Type 3
UI2 Room Sensors Setpoint Set the universal input 2 (if configured in SpOffset) Allure EC-Smart-Vue and Allure EC-
Range Smart-Comfort offset setpoint range (any value between -10.0 and 10.0).
Space Temperature Calibration
Set the space temperature calibration offset.
Offset
Discharge Temperature Calibration Set the discharge temperature calibration offset.
MaxRangeCO2 Set the maximum range for CO2 input.

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Configuring the Output Parameters

All output configuration setpoint parameters are found in the Outputs Configuration subsection of the
Hardware Configuration tab. The table below gives a brief description of each type of configuration pa-
rameter.

Figure 14: Outputs Configuration Subsection

Parameter Description
None
Digital
PWM Triac
PWM valve
Heat 1 Type
Thermal valve
Analog 0-10V
Analog 2-10V
Floating valve
None
PWM Triac
Digital
PWM valve
Heat 2 Type
Thermal valve
Analog 0-10V
Analog 2-10V
Floating valve
Heat 1 Normally Open Set the heat 1 type valve to normally open TRUE or normally open FALSE.
Heat 2 Normally Open Set the heat 2 type valve to normally open TRUE or normally open FALSE.

Configuring the VAV Box

The Box Configuration subsection allows for configuration of the VAV box. The table below gives a
brief description of each type of configuration parameter.

Figure 15: Box Configuration Subsection

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Parameter Description
Box Code Input the VAV box code.
The number of duct heater reheat stages:
None – No duct heater reheat)
3 stages – Duct heater reheat on heat sources 1, 2, and 3)
Duct Heat Stages 2 stages – Duct heater reheat on heat sources 1, and 2)
1 stage – Duct heater reheat on heat source 1).
If no duct heaters or only perimeter heat is required, set this variable to “None”. All heat
types configured greater than Duct Heat Stages are considered perimeter heaters.
Hot Water Reheat Duct heater reheat by hot water coil (True) or not (False).
Determine whether the VAV box uses the dual maximum control settings or not.
Dual Maximum Flow Control
Note that if using the dual maximum option, a discharge temperature sensor is required.
The floating valve drive time which can be set to 25, 30, 50, 60, 95, 125, or 150 seconds
Floating Drive Time or to a custom float time. The custom float time is then manually set in the Custom
Floating Drive Time parameter.
The direction in which the actuator rotates to open the damper (clockwise or counter
Damper Direction
clockwise).
VVT Mode Determine whether the VAV box is using flow input or not.

Configuring Room Sensors

Allure EC-Smart-Vue and Allure EC-Smart-Comfort or EC-Smart-Air configuration setpoint parameters
are found in the Room Sensors subsection of the Hardware Configuration tab. The table below gives a
brief description of each type of configuration parameter.

Figure 16: Room Sensors Configuration Subsection

Parameter Description
Defines how much access a user of the Allure EC-Smart-Vue has to the controller’s
configuration parameters. The Allure EC-Smart-Vue access ranges from full access to
limited access or no access at all. Limited access allows setpoint adjustment only or
EC-Smart-Vue Permissions setpoint adjustment and airflow balancing.
Regardless of the access level of the Allure EC-Smart-Vue, the controller’s configuration
parameters cannot be modified through the Allure EC-Smart-Vue except after a password
is entered.
Set the EC-Smart-Vue setpoint control to either SpOffset (room temperature setpoint
EC-Smart-Vue Setpoint Type
offset) or Cool Heat SP (cooling and heating dual setpoint).
For accurate CO2 concentration levels, input geographic elevation here if elevation is
Elevation greater than 500ft (152m) above sea level. By default, the sensor is factory calibrated to
sea level.
EC-Smart-Comfort/Air Sleep Time Enter the amount of time before the sensor goes into standby mode.

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HVAC Control Tab

The HVAC Control tab allows a user to configure System, Setpoints, Heat Control, and Miscellaneous
parameters. A brief description of each type of configuration parameter is outlined below.

Figure 17: HVAC Control Tab

Configuring the System Parameters

In the System Configuration subsection, general controller parameters are set such as the changeover
delay, bypass mode override time, and terminal load scaling factors. The table below describes each
of these parameters

Figure 18: System Configuration Subsection

Parameter Description
Disables perimeter and duct heating during morning warmup. The morning warmup mode
is used to preheat the building so that when building occupants enter the building in the
Disable Heating During Morning morning, the temperature is already at or close to the occupied heating setpoint. Morning
Warmup warmup assumes that there is warm air in the duct. When there is a demand for heating
during morning warmup, the damper is opened (however, never more than the maximum
flow).
A priority setting parameter for the terminal load factor when the controller is in heating
Terminal Load Heating Factor mode. The controller scales the heating requirement of the terminal load based on the
terminal load heating factor and then applies the result to the terminal load factor.
A priority setting parameter for the terminal load factor when the controller is in cooling
Terminal Load Cooling Factor mode. The controller scales the cooling requirement of the terminal load based on the
terminal load cooling factor and then applies the result to the terminal load factor.
Defines the minimum time during which heating must be OFF before cooling can be
turned ON as well as the minimum time during which cooling must be OFF before heating
Change Over Delay
turns ON. This parameter prevents the system from continuously oscillating between
heating and cooling modes.
The duration of time the controller remains in bypass mode when changed from standby
or unoccupied modes.
Bypass Time In addition, if a motion sensor is present, the bypass mode override time represents how
long the controller remains in occupied mode (no room occupancy is detected) before
returning the controller to standby mode.
Resulting Terminal Load Displays the resulting terminal load on the unit.

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Configuring Space Temperature Settings

The Setpoints Configuration subsection contains the heating and cooling setpoints for the occupied,
standby and unoccupied modes. The table below gives a brief description of each type of setpoint.

Figure 19: Setpoints Configuration Subsection

Setpoint Description
(heating/cooling)
The limits between which the temperature is to be maintained by the controller when it is
Occupied
in Occupied mode. This temperature range should be comfortable to building occupants.
The limits between which the temperature is to be maintained by the controller when it is
in Standby mode. In Standby mode, the temperature is usually allowed a larger amount
Standby
of variance than in Occupied mode. Still, it is maintained at a value close enough to the
occupied setpoints so that it can be varied quickly for occupancy.
The limits between which the temperature is to be maintained by the controller when it is
in Unoccupied mode. If the temperature passes these limits, the system reacts to bring
Unoccupied the temperature back within these limits. In Unoccupied mode, the space temperature is
usually allowed a larger amount of variance than in Occupied mode, thereby lowering
operating costs.

Configuring Miscellaneous Parameters

The Miscellaneous Configuration subsection groups two miscellaneous parameters that are also used
to configure the VAV's preloaded applications.

Figure 20: Miscellaneous Configuration Subsection

Parameter Description
Set the delay in seconds in case of communication failure (120 seconds or more is
Communication Failure Delay
allowed).
Pulse Width Modulation Period Set the triac pulse width modulation period. This is relevant to the heat type output code
(Triac) when it is set to PWM Triac.

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Configuring Heat Control

The Heat Configuration subsection permits the configuration of the heat control settings. The heat pri-
ority can be set as well as several maximum limits related to heat control.

Figure 21: Heat Control Configuration Subsection

Parameter Description
The order in which heating equipment connected to the controller is turned ON. Three
options are available:
Duct Heater – Duct heating is activated first, then perimeter heating (depending on the
Heat Priority heating demand).
Perimeter Heat – Perimeter heating is activated first, then duct heating (depending on the
heating demand).
Simultaneous - Duct and perimeter heating are activated simultaneously.
The maximum discharge air temperature setpoint. In heating mode, the duct heater is
limited when the discharge air temperature reaches this maximum setpoint. If the dual
Maximum Discharge Air Setpoint
maximum option is enabled, the actual airflow setpoint is reset between 13°C (55°F) and
the maximum discharge air setpoint by the heating load.
Perimeter heating is disabled when the outdoor temperature exceeds this parameter.
Maximum Outside Air Temp for Similar to the “maximum outside temp for duct heater control,” the “maximum outside
Perimeter Heat Control temp for perimeter heat control” helps reduce energy costs by limiting heat consumption
when it is relatively warm outside.
Duct heating is disabled when the outdoor temperature exceeds this parameter. This
parameter ensures that the HVAC system is not heating the building more than
Maximum Outside Air Temp for
necessary when the outdoor temperature exceeds certain temperatures limits. In general,
Duct Heater Control
this feature reduces energy costs by ensuring that the heating is not enabled when it is
relatively warm outside.

Air Flow Tab (VAV Balancing)

The Air Flow tab allows a user to configure a damper box, calibrate a VAV box, and configure flow set-
points. A brief description of each type of configuration parameter is outlined below.

Figure 22: Air Flow Tab

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Configuring the Damper

The Damper Configuration subsection contains several configuration parameters that control the
damper’s behaviour. For example, the damper response, speed, and direction can be set. In addition,
the damper’s position can be overridden. The table below describes all the parameters related to the
damper configuration.

Figure 23: Damper Configuration Subsection

Parameter Description
A multiplier (in %) applied to the calculated damper movement. It is used to adjust the
reaction speed of the damper. The valid damper response range is from 5 to 100%.
E.g. Say the VAV determines that the damper should move 25% to achieve the desired
Damper Response flow setpoint. If the damper response is set to 40%, the damper initially moves 10% (25%
X 40%). Then, the damper pauses and a new calculation is made to determine how much
more it should be moved. This iterative process prevents the damper from overshooting
and prevents hunting (oscillations). Minimizing hunting reduces wear on the damper
actuator and also minimizes irregular flow.
Used to specify the time that the damper takes to go from the fully closed position to the
fully open position or vice-versa. This parameter can be set between 45 seconds and 95
seconds. However, it is recommended to use the default value of 95 seconds for the built-
in actuator.
Damper Speed
For the built-in actuator in normal control, the lower the damper speed is set, the faster
the actuator moves from fully open to fully closed and vice versa. Likewise, the higher the
damper speed is set, the slower the actuator moves from fully open to fully closed and
vice versa.
Used to specify the direction (clockwise or counter clockwise) in which the actuator
Damper Direction
rotates to open the damper.
If the mechanical stops on the actuator have been moved to limit the range of movement
of the damper, then the damper must be initialized. Setting the Damper Initialize
Damper Initialize parameter to True resets the damper position and calculates the total number of steps
between the stops. To initialize the damper, click the Edit button. The status will change
from Normal to Initializing during the initialization process.
VVT Mode Determine whether the VAV box is using flow input or not.

The actuator mechanical stops should be moved only to limit damper movement from going under 0% or over
100%.

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Air Flow Calibration (VAV Balancing)

From the Calibration subsection, the VAV airflow balancing procedure can be carried out.

Figure 24: Calibration Subsection

Parameter Description
K-Factor The actual flow required to generate 1” WC (in CFM) or 1 Pa (in L/s).
The actual flow. When the value is sent to the VAV controller, the controller will
Flow Calibration
automatically calibrate its flow reading and readjust the K-Factor.
The balancing override setting. Different values can be selected: normal, minimum flow,
minimum flow heat, minimum flow cool, 75% maximum flow, 80% maximum flow, 85%
Balancing Override
maximum flow, 90% maximum flow, 95% maximum flow, damper full open, damper full
close, and damper initialization.
Flow Setpoint Displays the actual flow setpoint (read-only).
Flow Status Displays the airflow status.
The following steps outline the procedure for balancing a VAV controller:
1. Enter the VAV box’s K-Factor.
The K-Factor can be acquired from the VAV box manufacturer. The table below shows what the K-
Factor represents in both Imperial and SI Units.
Units What the K-Factor represents
Imperial Airflow (in cfm) at 1” WC
SI Airflow (L/s) at 1 Pa Airflow (m3/h) at 1 Pa

2. Override the flow setpoint. To do so, click the Edit button next to the Flow Setpoint on the EC-
Net 4 configuration PX page and modify it by selecting a relatively high setpoint. You can also
modify it using the Balancing Override setting to automatically set the flow setpoint to a prede-
fined flow. Monitor the current flow until it stabilizes.
3. Using a flow hood, measure the actual airflow. Enter this measurement in the box beside Flow Cal-
ibration. The K-Factor gets adjusted based on the airflow value just entered.
4. Release the flow setpoint override by clicking the Edit button beside Flow Setpoint on the EC-Net 4
configuration PX page. Alternatively, return the Balancing Override setting to Normal Operation.
At this point, the VAV controller is balanced. The adjusted K-Factor can be included in the balancing
report.

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Setting Flow Setpoints

From the Flow Setpoints subsection, the flow setpoints can be set.

Figure 25: Flow Setpoints Subsection

The following table describes the airflow setpoint parameters that can be configured.
Parameter Description
Cooling Minumum Flow Setpoint Minimum cooling flow setpoint
Heating Minumum Flow Setpoint Minimum flow setpoint when duct heater is active
Cooling Maximum Flow Setpoint Maximum cooling flow setpoint
Heating Maximum Flow Setpoint Maximum flow setpoint during heating mode
Standby Minimum Flow Setpoint Minimum flow setpoint during standby mode
Unoccupied Minimum Flow
Minimum flow setpoint during unoccupied mode
Setpoint
Fan Start Minimum Flow Setpoint1 Parallel fan flow setpoint
1. Applicable to a parallel fan powered VAV

Output Assignment
The Output Assignment tab indicates which physical outputs are assigned to the configured outputs
based on the Outputs Configuration in the Hardware Configuration tab. This facilitates output wiring.

Figure 26: Outputs Assignment Subsection

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Saving to Multiple Devices

To save your settings to multiple devices, click on the save icon in the Configuration Assistant
ribbon. The Configuration Assistant Synchronization window will appear.

Figure 27: Configuration Assistant Synchronization window

You must select the other devices you wish to save the current configuration to, as well as selecting
which parameters you wish saved to those controllers. Click next to advance and complete the
process.

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Setting Up Trends
The dc gfxApplications comes with two preconfigured graphs that show two trends: space temperature
and effective setpoint. To enable these two trends, refer to the following procedure:
1. In the Nav tree of EC-Net Pro, expand the Services folder of the configured station.
2. Double-click HistoryService.

Figure 28: Double-clicking HistoryService

The History Extension Manager appears in the View pane.

Figure 29: History Extension Manager

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The History Extension Manager displays the history-related extensions of all the controllers in the Bcp-
BacnetNetwork driver. Of interest are the Numeric Interval extensions of the SpaceTemp and EffectSP
points of the VAV controllers, which appear greyed out.
3. Select the greyed out Numeric Interval extensions of the SpaceTemp and EffectSP points corre-
sponding to the VAV controllers whose trends are to be enabled.
4. Right-click the selected entries. A menu appears.

Figure 30: Enabling Numeric Interval Extensions

5. Click Enable Collection. The selected extensions get enabled and the histories of their corre-
sponding points start getting collected.
Graphs of the collected data can be viewed in the Trends page of the dc gfxApplications interface.
This page can easily be accessed from the VAV navigation menu located at the bottom of the dc
gfxApplications interface.

Figure 31: Trends Page

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Adjusting the Setpoints and Display Units
When a controller is in occupied or bypass mode, the active setpoint can be adjusted using the Allure
EC-Smart-Vue’s arrow keys. Alternatively, the heating and cooling setpoints can be adjusted from the
sensor’s User menu. The User menu also allows modifying the display units. The User menu is not
password protected.
To enter into the User menu and make changes to the setpoints or display units:

1. Press the Menu button once.

pm

°F

Screen timeout: none

The cooling setpoint starts blinking.
2. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the cooling setpoint.
pm

°F

Screen timeout: 3 sec

3. Press the Menu button to submit the new cooling setpoint.
pm

°F

Screen timeout: 3 sec

The heating setpoint starts blinking.
4. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the heating setpoint.
pm

°F

Screen timeout: 3 sec

5. Press the Menu button to submit the new heating setpoint.
pm

°F

Screen timeout: 3 sec

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If the controller is in occupied mode, the Units submenu appears. Otherwise, the Bypass submenu ap-
pears with the option to manually end the bypass mode. After the Bypass submenu, the Units sub-
menu appears.
To manually end the bypass mode, press on one of the arrow keys to modify the occupancy icon on the screen.
Then press the Menu button.

6. Use the arrow keys to select the temperature display units.

°F

Screen timeout: 3 sec

7. Press the Menu button to submit the selected display unit.

°C

Screen timeout: 3 sec

How to Put a Controller Into Bypass Mode

To change a controller’s occupancy mode from standby or unoccupied to bypass mode:
1. Press the Menu button once.
pm

Screen timeout: none

The Bypass submenu appears.
2. Press on one of the arrow keys to modify the occupancy icon on the screen.

Screen timeout: 3 sec

3. Press the Menu button.

Screen timeout: 3 sec

The controller goes into bypass mode. When in bypass mode, the Allure EC-Smart-Vue screen dis-
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Setting up the Parameters and Calibrating the Sensor

From the Allure EC-Smart-Vue’s General Configuration submenu, the sensor’s subnet ID can be set.
In addition, other functions can be carried out such as calibrating the Allure EC-Smart-Vue’s space
temperature and humidity sensor, verifying the Device ID and adjusting the screen contrast.
This procedure also allows you to calibrate the humidity sensor if your Allure EC-Smart-Vue is equipped with this
option.

How to Enter the General Configuration Submenu

To enter the advanced menus:
1. Hold the Menu button for five seconds:
pm

°F
5 sec

The password field appears.

2. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the displayed number until it matches the configured
password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
By default, the password is 9995.
3. Press the Menu button to submit the password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
Upon submitting the correct password, the advanced menu is displayed.
4. Press the Menu button several times until GEN CFG appears on the display.

Press several times

5. Press either of the arrow keys to enter the General Configuration submenu.

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Screen timeout: 30 s
Upon entering the general configuration submenu, the MAC ADDRESS parameter is displayed.

Screen timeout: 30 s

How to Set the BACnet MS/TP Communication Network Parameters

The Allure EC-Smart-Vue can be used to set the controller’s BACnet MAC address and baud rate. In
doing so, the Allure EC-Smart-Vue must have a subnet ID of 1.
To set up the network parameters:
1. Use the arrow keys to enter the controller’s MAC address.

2. Press the Menu button to submit the MAC address.

Screen timeout: 30 s
The Allure EC-Smart-Vue’s subnet ID of 1 appears on the display.
3. Press the Menu button once to move onto the next parameter.

Screen timeout: 30 s
The Baud Rate parameter appears on the display.
4. Use the arrow keys to set the baud rate.

Screen timeout: 30 s

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Keep in mind that the all devices on the data bus must be set to the same baud rate. Typically, the
baud rate is set at the router level. Therefore, it is recommended to set the baud rate to AUTO so that
the baud rate being used on the data bus is automatically detected and applied to the controller ac-
cordingly.
5. Press the Menu button to submit the baud rate.

Screen timeout: 30 s
The Allure EC-Smart-Vue hardware information appears on the display.
6. Press the Menu button once you have finished viewing the Device ID.

Screen timeout: 30 s
The Allure EC-Smart-Vue’s hardware information may be required by Distech Controls Technical Sup-
port for troubleshooting purposes.

How to Calibrate the Sensor and Adjust the Screen Contrast

The General Configuration submenu also allows the calibration of the Allure EC-Smart-Vue’s space
temperature sensor or humidity sensor (if equipped) and adjustment of the screen contrast. To per-
form these two functions:
1. In the GEN CFG submenu, navigate to the Calibration parameter.

°F

Screen timeout: 30 s
The screen displays the current indoor space temperature.
2. Use the arrow keys to modify this reading to make it match that measured by the reference tem-
perature sensor.

°F

Screen timeout: 30 s
3. Press the Menu button to submit the calibrated temperature reading.

°F

Screen timeout: 30 s

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Once you make your entry, humidity sensor calibration will appear if your EC-Smart-Vue model is
equipped with one. Otherwise Contrast parameter appears.
Use the arrow keys to adjust the screen contrast.

Screen timeout: 30 s
The Contrast parameter ranges from 0 to 100, where smaller values give a dimmer contrast than
larger ones.
4. Press the Menu button to submit the new contrast level.

Screen timeout: 30 s
The screen contrast changes according to the new value submitted.

How to Exit the Submenu

£ Press the Menu button several times until the Exit screen appears. Then press either of the arrow
keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s

£ Press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds.

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Configuring the VAV

The VAV configuration parameters of an ECB-VAVS controller can be found in the VAV Configuration
submenu of the Advanced menu. Through this submenu, various selections can be made, such as a
controller’s fan powered box type, number of duct heater reheat stages, and VVT operation mode.
The following instructions explain how to configure a controller’s VAV parameters one by one. For in-
structions on how to configure them all at once using configuration codes, see Procedure for Submit-
ting New Configuration Codes using an Allure EC-Smart-Vue

How to enter the VAV Configuration submenu and select a controller’s

VAV parameters
To enter the advanced menus:
1. Hold the Menu button for five seconds:
pm

°F
5 sec

The password field appears.

2. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the displayed number until it matches the configured
password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
By default, the password is 9995.
3. Press the Menu button to submit the password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
Upon submitting the correct password, the advanced menu is displayed.

press several times

Screen timeout: 15 s

4. Press the Menu button several times until VAV CFG appears on the display.

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Screen timeout: 30 s
Upon entering the VAV Configuration submenu, the Code parameter appears.

Screen timeout: 30 s
5. To scroll between the different parameters in the VAV Configuration submenu, press the Menu
button.

Screen timeout: 30 s
6. To modify a parameter, use the arrow keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s
7. To submit a modified parameter, press the Menu button. The next VAV Configuration submenu
parameter is displayed.

Screen timeout: 30 s
For more information refer to Configuration parameters for the VAV series

How to Exit the Submenu

£ Press the Menu button several times until the Exit screen appears. Then press either of the arrow
keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s

£ Press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds.

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Configuration Parameters for the VAV

Parameter Valid Choices Descriptions
CODE VAV Box Code VAV Box Configuration Code Entry
1 NONE No Duct Heater Reheat

DUCT HT Duct Heater Stages 2 1 ST Duct Heater Reheat on Heat Source 1

Duct Heater Reheat on Heat Sources 1
3 2 St
&2
1 DUCT Duct Heating 1st

HTPRIO Heat Priority 2 PERI Perimeter Heating 1st

3 BOTH Both Heating Simultaneously

Box is not using Dual Maximum Control
1 NO
Settings
DUAL MAX Dual Maximum Flow Control
Box is using Dual Maximum Control
2 YES
Settings
1 NO Duct Heater is not Hot Water Coil
HWREHEAT Hot Water Reheat
2 YES Duct Heater Reheat by Hot Water Coil

1 NO Box is using Flow Input

VVTMODE VVT Mode
2 YES Box is not Using Flow Input

EDIT

1 95 S 95 seconds drive time

2 125 S 125 seconds drive time

3 150 S 150 seconds drive time

FLOATVLV Floating Valve Drive Time 4 25 S 25 seconds drive time

5 30 S 30 seconds drive time

6 50 S 50 seconds drive time

7 60 S 60 seconds drive time

Drive time controlled by
8 Custom CustomFloatTime
1 25.5 0.1 to 25.5 seconds
Pule Width Modulation Valve
PWMVLV
Period
2 5.2 0.1 to 5.2 seconds

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Setting up Inputs
A controller’s inputs can be configured through the Input Configuration submenu of the Advanced
menu.
The table below shows how many universal inputs are available.
Model Universal Inputs
ECB-VAVS 3
The following procedure explains how to configure the inputs one by one. For instructions on how to
configure them all at once using configuration codes, see Procedure for Submitting New Configuration
Codes using an Allure EC-Smart-Vue.

How to enter the Input Configuration submenu and configure the inputs
To enter the advanced menus:
1. Hold the Menu button for five seconds:
pm

°F
5 sec

The password field appears.

2. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the displayed number until it matches the configured
password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
By default, the password is 9995.
3. Press the Menu button to submit the password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
Upon submitting the correct password, the advanced menu is displayed.

press several times

Screen timeout: 15 s

4. Press the Menu button several times until IN CFG appears on the display.

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5. Press either of the arrow keys to enter the Input Configuration submenu.
Upon entering the Input Configuration submenu, the Code parameter appears.

Screen timeout: 30 s
6. To scroll between the different parameters in the Input Configuration submenu, press the Menu
button.

Screen timeout: 30 s
7. To modify a parameter, use the arrow keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s
8. To submit a modified parameter, press the Menu button. The next Input Configuration submenu
parameter is displayed.

Screen timeout: 30 s
There are between three to five parameters to be configured, depending on the controller model. The
following table shows all the available input types for each controller input.
How to Exit the Submenu
£ Press the Menu button several times until the Exit screen appears. Then press either of the arrow
keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s

£ Press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds.

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Input Configuration for the VAV

Input Input Types Descriptions
CODE VAV Input Config Code VAV Input Configuration Code Entry
1 NONE Not Configured

2 SPAC Room Temperature Sensor

UI1 Universal Input 1
3 OCC Occupancy Detection

4 CONT Window Contact

1 NONE Not Configured

2 DISC Discharge Air Temperature Sensor

UI2 Universal Input 2 3 CONT Window Contact

4 OCC Occupancy Detection

5 SETP Room Temperature Setpoint Offset

1 NONE Not Configured

Universal Input 3 CO2
UI3 CO2 2 4-20 4-20mA CO2 Sensor (0-2000 ppm)
Sensor
3 0-5 0-5V CO2 Sensor (0-2000 ppm)
Cooling and Heating Setpoint via EC-
1 DUAL
EC-Smart-Vue User Setpoint Smart-Vue
COMSENS SP
Control
2 OFFS Room Temperature Setpoint Offset

1 10-2 Sensors are 10K Type II

Discharge and Space Temp
SENSORS TYPE
Sensors Type
2 10-3 Sensors are 10K Type III

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Setting up Outputs
A controller’s outputs can be configured through the Output Configuration submenu of the Advanced
menu. The table below shows how many universal outputs and digital outputs the controller has.
Model Universal Outputs Digital Outputs
ECB-VAVS 1 3
The following procedure explains how to configure the outputs one by one. For instructions on how to
configure them all at once using configuration codes, see Procedure for Submitting New Configuration
Codes using an Allure EC-Smart-Vue.

How to enter the Output Configuration submenu and configure the

outputs
To enter the advanced menus:
1. Hold the Menu button for five seconds:
pm

°F
5 sec

The password field appears.

2. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the displayed number until it matches the configured
password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
By default, the password is 9995.
3. Press the Menu button to submit the password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
Upon submitting the correct password, the advanced menu is displayed.

press several times

Screen timeout: 15 s

4. Press the Menu button several times until OUT CFG appears on the display.
5. Press either of the arrow keys to enter the Output Configuration submenu.

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Screen timeout: 30 s
Upon entering the Output Configuration submenu, the Code parameter appears.

Screen timeout: 30 s
6. To scroll between the different parameters in the Output Configuration submenu, press the Menu
button.

Screen timeout: 30 s
7. To modify a parameter, use the arrow keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s
To submit a modified parameter, press the Menu button.

Screen timeout: 30 s
The first two or three parameters of the Output Configuration submenu allow the selection of the types
of control signals used to drive the heating sources. The remaining parameters allow configuring the
normally open or normally closed option for each heating source.
For details on the available control signal types per heating source and the output wiring guidelines,
see the Output Wiring sections.
How to Exit the Submenu
£ Press the Menu button several times until the Exit screen appears. Then press either of the arrow
keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s

£ Press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds.

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Output Wiring (VAVS)

Heat 1 Configuration
Heat1 Type Description
None No Reheat
Pwm Triac1 Modulating PWM on DO1 & AO4
Digital Digital Reheat on DO1
Pwm Valve PWM Valve on DO1
Thermal Valve Thermal Valve on DO1
0-10V Modulating 0-10V on AO4
2-10V Modulating 2-10V on AO4
Floating Valve Floating Valve on DO1 and DO2
1. Outputs only on DO1 if Heat2 is 0-10V or 2-10V

Heat 2 Configuration (Depends on Heat 1 Configuration)

Heat2 Type Heat1 Type
Heat 1 not configured Heat1 not floating Heat1 analog Heat 1 Floating
None n/a
Pwm Triac
Digital
DO2 n/a
Pwm Valve
Cannot configure
Thermal Valve
0-10V
AO4 n/a AO4
2-10V
Example:
Suppose Heat 1 Type is an analog 0-10V signal and Heat 2 Type is PWM Triac. In this case, Analog
output 4 of the controller is used to control heat source 1 and Digital output 2 of the controller is used
to control heat source 2.

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Configuring the Flow Setpoint Parameters

The flow setpoint parameters of the controller can be set in the Flow Setpoint submenu, which is part
of the Advanced Menu of the Allure EC-Smart-Vue.

How to enter the Flow Setpoint submenu and configure a parameter

The Flow Setpoint submenu has several configurable parameters. To enter this submenu and config-
ure a parameter:
To enter the advanced menus:
1. Hold the Menu button for five seconds:
pm

°F
5 sec

The password field appears.

2. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the displayed number until it matches the configured
password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
By default, the password is 9995.
3. Press the Menu button to submit the password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
Upon submitting the correct password, the advanced menu is displayed.

press several times

Screen timeout: 15 s

4. Press the Menu button until the FLOWSP menu appears on the display.

Screen timeout: 30 s
The minimum flow (MIN) parameter appears.

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cfm

Screen timeout: 60 s
5. To scroll between the different parameters in the Flow Setpoint submenu, press the Menu button.
6. To modify a parameter, use the arrow keys. To enter a new parameter value, press the Menu but-
ton.
The table below shows all the parameters under the Flow Setpoint submenu.
Parameter Description Screen Timeout
MIN Minimum flow 60 sec
MAX Maximum flow 60 sec
MINHT Minimum flow in Heating mode 60 sec
MAXHT Maximum flow in Heating mode 60 sec
STBY Minimum flow in Standby mode 60 sec
UNOCC Minimum flow in Unoccupied mode 60 sec
PFANFLOWSP1 Parallel fan flow setpoint 60 sec
1. Applicable to a parallel fan powered VAV.

How to Exit the Submenu

£ Press the Menu button several times until the Exit screen appears. Then press either of the arrow
keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s

£ Press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds.

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Performing VAV Airflow Balancing

The airflow balancing procedure can be carried out from the Balancing submenu, which is part of the
Advanced Menu of the Allure EC-Smart-Vue.

How to enter the Balancing submenu

To enter the advanced menus:
1. Hold the Menu button for five seconds:
pm

°F
5 sec

The password field appears.

2. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the displayed number until it matches the configured
password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
By default, the password is 9995.
3. Press the Menu button to submit the password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
Upon submitting the correct password, the advanced menu is displayed.
4. Press the Menu button to submit the selected display units type.

press several times

Screen timeout: 15 s

5. Press the Menu button several times until the Balancing (BAL) menu appears on the display.

Screen timeout: 15 s
6. Press either of the arrow keys to enter the Balancing submenu.
Upon entering the Balancing submenu, the K-Factor parameter appears.

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cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

How to perform airflow balancing

The K-Factor can be acquired from the VAV box manufacturer. The table below shows what the K-
Factor represents in both Imperial and SI Units.
Imperial Units SI Units
What the K-Factor is Airflow (in cfm) at 1” WC Airflow (L/s) at 1 Pa Airflow (m3/h) at 1 Pa
To perform the airflow balancing procedure:
1. Use the arrow keys to enter the K-Factor.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

2. Press the Menu button to submit the K-Factor.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

The Flow Setpoint parameter appears.
3. Use the arrow keys to override the flow setpoint. Choose a relatively high setpoint.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

4. Press the Menu button to submit the new flow setpoint.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

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When the flow setpoint is modified, the icon appears, indicating that this parameter has been overridden. For
information on removing overrides, see How to release overrides.

cfm

The Flow parameter appears. This parameter represents the airflow as measured by the controller.
5. Monitor the Flow parameter until it stabilizes.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

6. Using a flow hood, measure the actual airflow. Use the arrow keys to enter this measurement into
the Flow parameter.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

7. Press the Menu button to submit the actual airflow.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

The Damper parameter appears.
Note that at this point, the K-Factor gets adjusted based on the airflow value just entered.
8. Press the Menu button several times until the K-Factor parameter reappears. This value can be in-
cluded in the balancing report.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

The VAV controller is now balanced.

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How to initialize the damper

If the mechanical stops on the actuator have been moved to limit the range of movement of the
damper, then the damper must be initialized. Damper initialization resets the damper position and cal-
culates the total number of steps between the stops.
The actuator mechanical stops should be moved only to limit damper movement from going under 0% or over 100%.

To initialize the damper using the Allure EC-Smart-Vue:

1. Navigate to the Initialize Damper parameter.

Screen timeout: 5 min

The screen displays the current damper position.
2. Press one of the arrow keys to change the displayed value to 1.

Screen timeout: 5 min

3. Press the Menu button.

Screen timeout: 5 min

The damper begins the initialization process. During this process, the screen displays -1.

Screen timeout: 5 min

After a few minutes, the screen redisplays the damper’s current position.

Screen timeout: 5 min

The damper is now initialized.

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Other functions in the Balancing submenu

The Balancing submenu contains three other parameters that complement those mentioned above.
To override the damper position, navigate to the Damper parameter and then use the arrow keys to
change the displayed value.

Screen timeout: 5 min

Press the Menu button to submit the new value.

Screen timeout: 5 min

When the damper position is modified, the icon appears, indicating that this parameter has been overridden. For
information on removing overrides, see How to release overrides.

To change the direction in which the actuator rotates to open the damper, navigate to the Direction pa-
rameter (dir) and then use the arrow keys to change the rotation direction from clockwise to counter
clockwise or vice versa.

Screen timeout: 5 min

Press the Menu button to submit the new rotation direction.

Screen timeout: 5 min

To view the current differential pressure reading, navigate to the Pressure parameter.

inWC

Screen timeout: 5 min

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How to release overrides

The presence of the icon in the display screens of the Flow Setpoint or Damper parameters indi-
cates that either of them is overridden. An override normally times out after two hours. However, it
should be released manually when airflow balancing is complete. Also note that both the Flow Set-
point and Damper parameters cannot be overridden at the same time, so overriding one parameter
automatically releases the other. To manually release an override:
1. Press and hold both arrow keys simultaneously.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

The screen displays three dashes.
2. Press the Menu button.

cfm

Screen timeout: 5 min

How to Exit the Submenu

£ Press the Menu button several times until the Exit screen appears. Then press either of the arrow
keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s

£ Press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds.

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Performing Overrides
The Overrides submenu of the Allure EC-Smart-Vue’s Advanced menu allows performing damper
overrides as well as output overrides.
Output overrides range from 0 – 100% in increments of 1%. For digital outputs, any value different
from 0 represents On.

How to perform an override

To enter the advanced menus:
1. Hold the Menu button for five seconds:
pm

°F
5 sec

The password field appears.

2. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the displayed number until it matches the configured
password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
By default, the password is 9995.
3. Press the Menu button to submit the password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
Upon submitting the correct password, the advanced menu is displayed.

press several times

Screen timeout: 15 s

4. Press the Menu button several times until OVR appears on the display.

Screen timeout: 30 s
5. Press either of the arrow keys to enter the Overrides submenu.

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Upon entering the Overrides submenu, the Damper parameter appears.

Screen timeout: 5 min

6. To scroll between the different parameters in the Overrides submenu, press the Menu button.

Screen timeout: 5 min

7. To override a parameter, use the arrow keys to modify the displayed percentage value.

Screen timeout: 5 min

8. Press the Menu button to put the override into effect.

Screen timeout: 5 min

How to release overrides

The presence of the icon in the display screen of a parameter in the Overrides submenu indicates
that it is overridden. An override normally times out after two hours. However, it should be released
manually when there is no use for it anymore. To manually release an override:
1. Press and hold both arrow keys simultaneously.

Screen timeout: 5 min

The screen then displays three dashes.
2. Press the Menu button.

Screen timeout: 5 min

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How to Exit the Submenu

£ Press the Menu button several times until the Exit screen appears. Then press either of the arrow
keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s

£ Press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds.

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Configuration Codes
Configuring the preloaded applications of an ECB-VAVS controller can be easily done using configura-
tion codes. Three different sets of configuration codes exist for the following three categories:
£ VAV Configuration
£ Input Configuration
£ Output Configuration
This chapter describes the use of codes in speeding up the configuration of ECB-VAVS controllers.

Procedure for Submitting New Configuration Codes

using an Allure EC-Smart-Vue
Using codes to configure a controller saves time, especially when working with large quantities. The
following three submenus, in the Allure EC-Smart-Vue’s Advanced menu, can be configured using
codes:

How to submit new configuration codes

To enter the advanced menus:
1. Hold the Menu button for five seconds:
pm

°F
5 sec

The password field appears.

2. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the displayed number until it matches the configured
password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
By default, the password is 9995.
3. Press the Menu button to submit the password.

Screen timeout: 15 s
Upon submitting the correct password, the advanced menu is displayed.

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press several times

Screen timeout: 15 s

4. Press the Menu button several times until the desired submenu appears.
Either one of the following submenus can be configured using a code.

VAV Configuration Input Configuration Output Configuration

5. Press either of the arrow keys to enter the submenu.

Screen timeout: 30 s
The Code parameter appears.
6. Use the arrow keys to enter a configuration code.

Screen timeout: 30 s
7. Press the Menu button to submit the new configuration code.

Screen timeout: 30 s

How to Exit the Submenu

£ Press the Menu button several times until the Exit screen appears. Then press either of the arrow
keys.

Screen timeout: 30 s

£ Press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds.

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Tables of Configuration Codes

The configuration codes for each controller model are presented in the tables below. But first, an ex-
ample is given illustrating how to calculate a configuration code based on the desired configuration pa-
rameters.
As an example, suppose one wanted to configure the inputs of an ECB-VAVS to have the following
characteristics:
Input Binary Code Description of Binary Code
Universal Input 1 1 Room Temperature Sensor
Universal Input 2 4 Discharge Air Temperature
Universal Input 3 64 CO2 Sensor 0-5V
Communication Sensor Setpoint 0 Cooling and Heating Setpoint via EC-Smart-Vue
Sensors Type 0 Sensors are 10K Type II
The total of the binary codes in the example above is 69. When this code is entered in the Input Con-
figuration submenu, the VAV will be configured with the parameters above.
For a full list of all the configuration codes per controller model, refer to the tables in the following
pages.

ECB–VAVS
VAVS Configuration
Parameter Binary Default Valid Description
Code Choices
0 1 DUCT Duct Heating 1st
HEATPRIO 1 2 PERI Perimeter Heating 1st
2 x 3 BOTH Both Heating Simultaneously
0 x 1 CW Damper Direction Clockwise (CW)
DAMPERDIR
4 2 CCW Damper Direction Counter Clockwise (CCW)
0 x 1 NO Duct Heater is not Hot Water Coil
HWREHEAT
8 2 YES Duct Heater Reheat by Hot Water Coil
0 1 NONE No Duct Heater Reheat
DUCTHEATER 16 x 2 1ST Duct Heater Reheat on Heat Source 1
32 3 2ST Duct Heater Reheat on Heat Sources 1 & 2
0 x 1 NO Box is not using Dual Maximum Control Settings
DUAL MAX
64 2 YES Box is using Dual Maximum Control Settings
0 x 1 95 sec 95 seconds drive time
128 2 125 sec 125 seconds drive time
256 3 150 sec 150 seconds drive time
384 4 25 sec 25 seconds drive time
FLOATVLVPER
512 5 30 sec 30 seconds drive time
640 6 50 sec 50 seconds drive time
768 7 60 sec 60 seconds drive time
896 8 Custom Drive time controlled by CustomFloatTime
0 x 1 25.5 0.1 to 25.5 sec
PWMVLVPER
1024 2 5.2 0.1 to 5.2 sec
0 x 1 NO Box is using Flow Input
VVTMODE
2048 2 YES Box is not Using Flow Input
Default VAV Code 18

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Input Configuration
Parameter Binary Default Valid Description
Code Choices
0 1 NONE Not Configured
1 x 2 SPAC Room Temperature Sensor
UI1TYPE
2 3 OCC Occupancy Detection
3 4 CONT Window Contact
0 1 NONE Not Configured
4 2 DISC Discharge Air Temperature Sensor
UI2TYPE 8 3 OCC Occupancy Detection
12 4 CONT Window Contact
16 x 5 SETP Room Temperature Setpoint Offset
0 x 1 NONE Not Configured
UI3TYPE 32 2 4-20 4-20mA CO2 Sensor (0-2000 ppm)
64 3 0-5 0-5V CO2 Sensor (0-2000 ppm)
0 x 1 DUAL Cooling and Heating Setpoint via EC-Smart-Vue
COMSENS SP
128 2 OFFS Room Temperature Setpoint Offset
0 x 1 10-2 Sensors are 10K Type II
SENSORS TYPE
256 2 10-3 Sensors are 10K Type III
Default Input Code 17

Output Configuration
Parameter Binary Default Valid Description
Code Choices
0 1 NONE No Reheat
1 x 2 DIG Digital Reheat on DO1
2 3 PWM TRIAC Modulating PWM on DO1 and AO4
3 4 PWM VLV PWM Valve on DO1
HEAT1
4 5 THERM VLV Thermal Valve on DO1
5 6 0-10V Modulating 0-10V on AO4
6 7 2-10V Modulating 2-10V on AO4
7 8 FLOAT VLV Floating Valve (120 sec drive time) on DO1 & DO2
0 1 NONE No Reheat
8 x 2 DIG Digital Reheat on DO2
16 3 PWM TRIAC Modulating PWM on DO2
HEAT2 24 4 PWM VLV PWM Valve on DO2
32 5 THERM VLV Thermal Valve on DO2
40 6 0-10V Modulating 0-10V on AO4
48 7 2-10V Modulating 2-10V on AO4
0 x 1 NO Heating1 Normally Close Valve
HT1 NORM OPEN
64 2 YES Heating1 Normally Open Valve
0 x 1 NO Heating2 Normally Close Valve
HT2 NORM OPEN
128 2 YES Heating2 Normally Open Valve
Default Output
9
Code
* DO3 is unused

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