ALERTON VAVi-7u5-IP Field Controller VAVi Series Instruction Manual

: May 15, 2024
: ALERTON

ALERTON VAVi-7u5-IP Field Controller VAVi Series

ALERTON VAVi-7u5-IP Field Controller VAVi Series

WARNING Always install equipment as per the National Electrical Code NFPA 72, where applicable, and in a manner acceptable to the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). Read all instructions before mounting and wiring.

OVERVIEW

The Alerton VAV IP controllers are programmable room controllers with an integrated actuator and airflow sensor. The Alerton VAV IP is a versatile, BACnet-compliant field controller that provides pressure-independent control of any duct variable air volume (VAV) box. It is particularly suited for controlling duct fan-powered variable volume or constant volume terminal units.
These scalable and freely programmable BACnet/IP-based controllers utilize smart engineering and commissioning tools. Alerton VAV IP controllers offers BACnet/IP, universal inputs/output (UIO), and solid-state relay outputs.
Fig. 1 VAV IP Controller Dimensions

MOUNTING

The Alerton VAV IP is suitable for dry indoor mounting. Ensure the location is free from electrical interference and that technicians can access the unit to terminate communications and power wiring, remove or replace the unit, remove the cover, and monitor LEDs during operation.

Table 1 Operational Limits

Storage Temperature	– 40 °F (- 40 °C) to 150 °F (66 °C)
Operating Temperature	32 °F (0 °C) to 122 °F (50 °C)
Relative Humidity	5-95%, non-condensing

Follow below guidelines for mounting the VAV IP controller on the VAV box:

WARNING

Always disconnect the controller from power before mounting.

Mount the controller on the damper shaft and attach Anti-rotation bracket.
Drill a pilot hole as shown below.
Adjust the shaft adapter and fasten the controller on the damper shaft.

NOTE : The controller can be mounted in any position, depending on the VAV box and the position of the damper shaft.
Fasten the screw to fix the Anti-rotation bracket.
Always use Anti-rotation bracket to mount the controller. Do not use a single screw to mount the controllers as shown below.
Attach the airflow pickup.

*Maximum pressure: ± 2.0 inches H2O (± 500 Pa).

WARNING! Blowing or sucking air into the pressure tubes will damage the pressure sensor.
NOTE : The airflow sensor is a uni-directional, i.e., tubes can be connected to either of the ports.

POWER SUPPLY

WARNING !
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Can cause severe injury, death or property damage.
Disconnect the power supply before beginning installation to prevent electrical shock and equipment damage. More than one power supply may have to be disconnected.

Table 2 Power supply details

Voltage Range	20-30 VAC; Class 2 transformer
Power Consumption for VAVi-7u5-IP	Nominal 14.53 VA with actuator at nominal

load and 20 V output (no Analog Outputs or SSRs being used) Max 30 VA Excluding SSRs.
Power Consumption for VAVi-0-IP| Nominal 9.3 VA (actuator at nominal
load and IP communication active)
Frequency Range| 50 to 60 Hz
Auxiliary Output| 20 VDC @ 75 mA
Internal Power Supply| Half-wave rectified

GROUNDING

Ensure that the grounding terminal cable is correctly grounded to a known earth ground.

WIRING

All wiring must comply with applicable electrical codes and ordinances specified in installation diagrams. Controller wiring is terminated to the screw terminal blocks located on the device.
For details about Power wiring, Terminal connections, UIO wirings, Input/Output wiring, refer to the Alerton VAV IP – Installation and Operations Guide (31-00531).

ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVITY

The VAV IP controller and its components may be susceptible to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use appropriate ESD grounding techniques while handling the product. When possible, always handle the product by its non-electrical components.

SECURITY

Security related measures can be implemented by working with your local Authorized Alerton Dealer. For more information refer to appropriate Alerton Security Guide.

OTHER INFORMATION RESOURCES

For more information about the VAV IP controller installation and configuration, operations, and troubleshooting please refer to below documents.
Table 3 VAV Information Resources

Document Title (Document ID)

VAV IP – Installation and Operations Guide (31-00531)
VAV IP – Product Data sheet (31-00522)
VAV IP – Security Guide (31-00529)

REGULATORY INFORMATION

FCC NOTICE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

this device may not cause harmful interference, and
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.

CANADIAN REGULATORY STATEMENT

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/ receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause interference, and
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This device complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B
specifications. CAN ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B).

WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY (FUTURE RELEASE)

Table 4 Connectivity Frequency Range

Parameter	Specification
Connectivity	Bluetooth
Frequency range	2400 MHz – 2483.5 MHz
E.I.R.P for CE (Effective Isotropic Radiated Power)	20 mW
E.I.R.P for FCC/IC (Effective Isotropic Radiated Power)	20 mW

PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION WARNING

This device must be professionally installed, this should be noted on grantee.
To maintain compliance, only the antenna types that have been tested shall be used, which is listed in VAV IP – Product Data sheet (31-00522).
This device requires significant technology engineering expertise to understand the tools and relevant technology, which is not readily available to the average consumer. Only a person professionally trained in the technology is competent.
This device is not directly marketed or sold to general public.

DETACHABLE ANTENNA WARNING (IC)

Transmitter Antenna (From Section 6.8 RSS-GEN, Issue 5, April 2018):
This radio transmitter (see below table) has been approved by Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

Table 5 BLE Certification Numbers

Model number	FCC ID	IC ID
VAVi-7u5-IP-BLE	2ARTN-00005	24552-00005

STANDARDS AND COMPLIANCE

CE
UL916 Energy Management Equipment
UL60730
FCC Part 15; Class A verified
EN 55022; Class A
EN 61000-3-2
61000
Plenum tested (according to UL2043)

APPROVALS AND CERTIFICATIONS

UL 60730-1, Standard for Automatic Electric Controls for Household and Similar Use, Part 1: General Requirements
CAN/CSA-E60730-1:02, Standard for Automatic
Electrical Controls for Household and Similar Use, Part 1: General Requirements
Complementary listing for UL916, CSA C22.2 No. 205;
BTL-listed, IP VAV: B-AAC profile and MSTP VAV: BAAC profile (BTL certification is planned)
CE-approved
FCC part 15B-compliant.
RoHS conformity

DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING

WEEE Directive 2012/2019/EC Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment directive.
This symbol on the product shows a crossed-out “wheelie bin” as required by law regarding the Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) disposal. This indicates your responsibility to contribute to saving the environment by proper disposal of this Waste i.e., Do not dispose of this product with your other wastes. To know the right disposal mechanism, please check the applicable law.

TRADEMARK INFORMATION

BACnet™ is a trademark of ASHRAE Inc.

REGULATION (EC) NO 1907/2006

According to Article 33 of REACH Regulation, be informed that this product may contain components with Lead (CAS Number: 7439-92-1) above the threshold level of 0.1% by weight.

CHINA ROHS TABLE

Component Name/	Hazardous substances
Lead (Pb)	Mercury (Hg)
Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)	Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE)
Printed Circuit Board Assemblies	X
Electrical Components	X
Metal Components	X
Terminal Assembly	X
Wiring and Cable	O
Relay Contacts	O
Plastic Components	O