Product information VAV-Compact D3

VAV solutions for comfort applications

Table of contents
Product range overview: volumetric flow and duct pressure control 2
Technical data sheet
Brief description 3
Type overview 3
Technical data 4
Connection 5
VAV – Variable operation min…max 5
CAV – Step mode CLOSED / min / mid / max / OPEN 6
MP-Bus operation – VAV / CAV operation 7
Dimensioning of supply and connection cables 7
Tool connection 8
Compatibility 9
Safety notes 9
Dimensions 10
Functions
Table of contents 11
Conventional applications
Table of contents 27
MP-Bus integration
Table of contents 33
Functional check
Table of contents 43

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 Product range overview
VAV-Compact D3 volumetric flow and line pressure control

Function VAV-Compact VAV-Universal

LON types MP types VRP-M system solutions Universal program

Sensors

VFP.. VFD3 VFP..

Controller

VRD3
LMV-D3-MP
NMV-D3-MP
VRP
VRP-STP
VRP-M

Actuators LMV-D3LON
NMV-D3LON LM24A-V
NM24A-V
SM24A-V

LHV-D3-MP LMQ24A-SRV-ST
NMQ24A-SRV-ST LF24-V with emergency
NM24A-V-ST control function
SF24A-V-ST with emergency SF24A-V with emergency
control function control function

Bus integration

Into field bus systems via MP-Gateway.

LonWorks®: Gateway UK24LON
Konnex: Gateway UK24EIB
Modbus RTU: Gateway UK24MOD
BACnet MS/TP: Gateway UK24BAC

Ventilator
optimisation
via MP-Bus Fan Optimiser
COU24-A-MP

Service tool
ZTH-GEN

Parameterisation
and Service
PC-Tool MFT-P
software

Room controller
CR24..
CRA24..

Positioner
CRP24.. SG..

Information: Documents on VAV-Compact LON version, VRP-M system solution, VAV-Universal, single room controllers CR24, CRA24, CRP24,
Fan Optimiser COU24-A-MP and Tools and Interfaces can be accessed as separate documents under www.belimo.eu.

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 Technical data sheet VAV-Compact D3

VAV-Compact controller with integrated

pressure sensor, VAV controller and
damper actuator for pressure-independent
VAV and CAV applications in the comfort
zone
• Control: DC 0/2 … 10V / MP-Bus
• Integration in bus systems
– DDC controller with MP interface LMV-D3-MP NMV-D3-MP
– LONWORKS® systems
– Fan Optimiser systems
• With additional switch-on option for
sensors and switches
• Diagnostic socket for Service and
PC-Tool

SMV-D3-MP LHV-D3-MP

Brief description
Application The digital VAV-Compact has PI control characteristics and is used for pressure-independent
control of VAV units in the comfort zone.
Pressure measurement The integrated maintenance-free Belimo D3 differential pressure sensor is also suitable for very
small volumetric flows. It is for this reason that it covers versatile applications in the comfort
zone, e.g. in residential construction, offices, hospitals, hotels, cruise ships, etc.
Actuator Three versions available, depending on the size of the VAV unit: 5 / 10 / 20 Nm.
– Rotary actuator, depending on the size
– Linear actuator 150 N with 100, 200 or 300 mm linear movement
Control function VAV-CAV or Open-Loop operation for integration in an external VAV control loop.
Feedback Damper position for Fan Optimiser systems, current volumetric flow or pressure value.
VAV – variable volumetric flow For variable volumetric flow applications with a modulating reference variable, e.g. room
temperature controller, direct digital control or bus system, it enables demand-related, energy-
saving ventilation of individual rooms or zones. The operating range min …max can be
connected via selectable mode.
The following are available: DC 2 … 10V / 0 … 10V / adjustable range / bus operation
CAV – constant volumetric flow For constant volumetric flow applications, e.g. in step mode, controlled by means of a switch.
The following operating modes can be selected from: CLOSED / min / (mid) / max / OPEN
Bus function Up to eight Belimo MP devices (VAV / damper actuator / valve actuator) can be connected
together over the MP-Bus and integrated into the following systems:
– LONWORKS® applications with Belimo UK24LON interface
– EIB Konnex applications with Belimo UK24EIB interface
– Modbus RTU applications with Belimo UK24MOD interface
– BACnet applications with Belimo UK24BAC interface
– DDC controller with integrated MP-Bus protocol
– Fan Optimiser applications with optimiser COU24-A-MP
A sensor (0...10V or passive), e.g. a temperature sensor or a switch, can optionally be integrated
into the higher-level DDC or bus system via the MP-Bus.
Operating and service devices Belimo PC-Tool or service tool ZTH-GEN, can be plugged into the VAV-Compact (PP connection)
or via MP-Bus.
Assembly and connection The VAV-Compact, which is assembled on the unit by the OEM, is connected using the
prefabricated connecting cable.
Test function / test display The VAV-Compact features two LEDs with a functional readiness display for commissioning and
functional checking. Extended information with ZTH-GEN.
OEM factory settings The VAV-Compact is mounted on the VAV unit by the unit manufacturer, who adjusts and tests it
according to the application. The VAV-Compact is sold exclusively via the OEM channel for this
reason.

Type overview
Type Torque Power consumption Dimensioning Weight
LMV-D3-MP 5 Nm 2W 4 VA (max. 8 A @ 5 ms) Approx. 500 g
NMV-D3-MP 10 Nm 3W 5 VA (max. 8 A @ 5 ms) Approx. 700 g
SMV-D3-MP 20 Nm 3W 5.5 VA (max. 8 A @ 5 ms) Approx. 830 g
LHV-D3-MP 150 N 2.5 W 4.5 VA (max. 8 A @ 5 ms) Approx. 550 g

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Technical data
Supply
Nominal voltage AC 24V, 50/60 Hz
DC 24 V
Operating range AC 19.2 … 28.8V
DC 21.6 … 28.8V
Differential pressure sensor
Type, principle of operation Belimo D3 sensor, dynamic response
Operating range 0 … 600 Pa
Overload capability ±3000 Pa
Installation position Any, no reset necessary
Materials in contact with medium Glass, epoxy resin, PA, TPE
Control function – VAV-CAV
– Open-loop operation
Adjustment values
nom OEM-specific nominal volumetric flow setting, suitable for the VAV unit
∆p @ nom 50 ... 450 Pa
max 20 … 100% of nom
min 0 … 100% of nom
mid 50% of min to max
Classic control
VAV mode for reference value input Y – DC 2 … 10V / (4 … 20 mA with 500 Ω resistance)
(Connection 3) – DC 0 … 10V / (0 … 20 mA with 500 Ω resistance) Input impedance min. 100 kOhm
– Adjustable DC 0 … 10V
Mode for actual value signal U5 – DC 2 … 10V
(Connection 5) – DC 0 … 10V max. 0.5 mA
– Adjustable: volumetric flow, damper position or differential pressure
CAV operating modes (constant volumetric flow) CLOSED / min / (mid *) / max / OPEN * (* only with AC 24V supply)
MP-Bus function
Address in bus operation MP1 … 8 (classic operation: PP)
LONWORKS® / EIB-Konnex / Modbus RTU / With BELIMO Interface UK24LON / UK24EIB / UK24MOD / UK24BAC
BACnet 1 … 8 BELIMO MP devices (VAV / damper actuator / valve)
DDC controller DDC controllers/programmable controller with an integrated MP interface from various manufacturers
Fan Optimiser (fan control) With BELIMO Fan Optimiser COU24-A-MP
Sensor integration Passive (Pt1000, Ni1000, etc.) and active sensors (0…10V), e.g. temperature, humidity
2-point signal (switching capacity 16 mA @ 24V), e.g. switches, occupancy switches
Operating and service Pluggable / PC-Tool (V3.6 or higher) / service tool ZTH-GEN
Communication PP/MP-Bus, max. DC 15V, 1200 baud
Push-button Adaption / addressing
LED display – 24V supply
– Status / bus function
Actuator Brushless, non-blocking actuator with power-save mode
Direction of rotation ccw / cw or ↑ / ↓
Adaption Capture of setting range and resolution to control range
Gear disengagement Push-button self-resetting without functional impairment
Sound power level Max. 35 dB (A), SMV-D3-MP max. 45 dB (A)
Actuator - rotating
Angle of rotation 95° , adjustable mechanical or electronic limiting
Position indication Mechanical with pointer
Spindle driver – Clamp, spindle round 10 ... 20 mm / spindle square 8 ... 16 mm
– Form fit in various versions, e.g. 8 x 8 mm
Actuator – linear
Stroke 100, 200 or 300 mm, adjustable mechanical or electronic limiting
Connection Cable, 4 x 0.75 mm2
Safety
Protection class III Safety extra-low voltage
Degree of protection IP54
Electromagnetic compatibility CE according to 89/336/EEC

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Technical data (continued)

Safety
Mode of operation Type 1 (in acc. with EN 60730-1)
Rated impulse voltage 0.5 kV (in accordance with EN 60730-1)
Control pollution degree 2 (in accordance with EN 60730-1)
Ambient temperature 0 … +50°C
Non-operating temperature –20 … +80°C
Ambient humidity 5 ... 95% r.h., non-condensing (in accordance with EN 60730-1)
Maintenance Maintenance-free

Connection

Connecting cable The connection is made using the connecting cable mounted to the VAV-Compact device.
Note No. Designation Wire colour Function
– Supply via safety isolating transformer! ! 1
T–
black
–T
– Connections 1 and 2 (AC/DC 24V) and AC/DC 24V supply
2 +~ red ~+
5 (MP signal) must be routed to accessible
terminals (room temperature controller, floor 3 Y white Reference signal VAV/CAV
distributor, control cabinet, etc.) in order to enable – Actual value signal
5 U orange
access with the tool for diagnostic and service – MP-Bus connection
work.

VAV – Variable operation min…max

Wiring diagrams Example 1: Example 2:

VAV with analogue reference signal VAV with shut-off (CLOSE), 2 ... 10V mode
T ~ T ~
AC 24 V AC 24 V
_ _
+ DC 24 V + DC 24 V
T T
VAV reference signal VAV reference signal

CLOSED
0 … 10V / 2 … 10V 2 … 10V

VAV
Switching CLOSED / VAV mode

MP / Actual value signal MP / Actual value signal

0 … 10V / 2 … 10V 0 … 10V / 2 … 10V

1 2 3 5 1 2 3 5

T ~ T ~
Y U Y U
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
ZTH-GEN ZTH-GEN

Example 3: Example 4:
VAV with analogue reference signal VAV with analogue reference signal,
supply/exhaust air in parallel operation in Master/Slave operation
T ~ T ~
AC 24 V AC 24 V
_ _
+ DC 24 V + DC 24 V
T T
VAV reference signal VAV reference signal
0 … 10V / 2 … 10V 0 … 10V / 2 … 10V

MP / Actual value signal MP / Actual value signal

0...10V / 2...10V 0...10V / 2...10V

1 2 3 5 Supply air 1 2 3 5 Master

T ~ T ~
Y U Y U
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
ZTH-GEN ZTH-GEN

Reference signal Slave

MP / Actual value signal MP / Actual value signal

0 … 10V / 2 … 10V 0 … 10V / 2 … 10V

1 2 3 5 Exhaust air 1 2 3 5 Slave

T ~ T ~
Y U Y U
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
ZTH-GEN ZTH-GEN

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CAV – Step mode CLOSED / min / mid / max / OPEN

..
CAV control Three options are available for the CAV control:
..
..
.. Note – Standard 0.1 V shut-off: CLOSED – min – max – OPEN (default setting)
..
.. «Standard 0.5 V shut-off» not use at: – Standard 0.5 V shut-off: CLOSED – min – max – OPEN
..
..
.. – Mode 2 ... 10 V and MP bus operation – Old Generation (NMV-D2M): CLOSED – min – mid – max – OPEN
..
..
..
– Mode 2 ... 10 V and CAV control T ~
AC 24 V
_
Wiring diagrams + DC 24 V *
T

VAV reference signal

a b c d e
Note
The contacts are mutually interlocking!
MP / Actual value signal
0 … 10V / 2 … 10V

1 2 3 5

T ~
Y U
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
ZTH-GEN
* Not available with DC 24 V supply.

CAV function: Standard Example:

– CAV application CLOSED – min – max
Mode 0 … 10 V 0 … 10 V 0 … 10 V 0 … 10 V
setting (mode 2 … 10 V)
2 … 10 V 2 … 10 V 2 … 10 V 2 … 10 V 2 … 10 V
T ~
T
0 … 10 V ~ ~ ~ AC 24 V
Signal _
– 2 … 10 V + + DC 24 V

Damper CLOSED

CAV step max

CAV step min
Function 3 3 3 3 3
Damper a d
a) CLOSED c) CLOSED *
CLOSED
min ... max b) VAV MP / Actual value signal
CAV – min All open – min active **
Setting CAV function:
Damper Standard (Default)
e) OPEN * 1 2 3 5
OPEN
CAV – max d) max T ~
Y U
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
Legend ZTH-GEN
Contact closed, function active
Contact closed, function active, only in 2 ... 10 V mode
Contact open
* Not available with DC 24 V supply
** The damper is closed when the 0.5 V shut-off level is used.

Note CAV function: Old Generation (NMV-D2M) Example:

In order to use the CAV step mid, the Old – CAV application min – mid – max
Mode 0 … 10 V 0 … 10 V 0 … 10 V 0 … 10 V
Generation (NMV-D2M) CAV function must be setting (Mode 0 … 10 or 2 … 10 V)
2 … 10 V 2 … 10 V 2 … 10 V 2 … 10 V 2 … 10 V
selected. T
0 … 10 V ~ ~ ~
T ~
AC 24 V
Signal
– 2 … 10 V +
CAV step max
CAV step min
CAV step mid

Function 3 3 3 3 3 c d
Damper
a) CLOSED
CLOSED
MP / Actual value signal
min ... max b) VAV

CAV – min All open – min active Setting CAV function:

Old Generation (NMV-D2M)
Damper 1 2 3 5
e) OPEN *
OPEN
T ~
CAV – max d) max Y U
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
CAV – mid c) mid * ZTH-GEN

Legend
Note
– Supply via safety isolating transformer! ! Contact closed, function active
Contact closed, function active, only in 2 ... 10 V mode
– Connections 1 and 2 (AC/DC 24V) and Contact open

5 (MP signal) must be routed to accessible * Not available with DC 24 V supply

terminals (room temperature controller, floor
distributor, control cabinet, etc.) in order to enable
access with the tools for diagnostic and service
work.

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MP-Bus operation – VAV / CAV operation

Connecting cable The connection to the MP-Bus is made using the connecting cable mounted to the VAV-Compact
device.

Note No. Designation Wire colour Function

– Supply via safety isolating transformer! ! 1
T–
black
–T
– Connections 1 and 2 (AC/DC 24V) and AC/DC 24V supply
2 +~ red ~+
5 (MP signal) must be routed to accessible
terminals (room temperature controller, floor Input for
distributor, control cabinet, etc.) in order to enable 3 Y white – Sensor interface
access with the tools for diagnostic and service – Override control
work. 5 U orange MP-Bus connection

Wiring diagrams Control via MP-Bus MP-Bus control with integrated switch
For detailed information, see section «MP-Bus For detailed information on sensor integration,
integration» see section «MP-Bus integration»
T ~ T ~
AC 24 V AC 24 V
– + DC 24 V MP – + DC 24 V MP

Note
– For further information about the connection, *)
override controls, MP-Bus cables, etc., see
section «MP-Bus integration» MP address: MP address:
– This is a connection description. Depending on 1 2 3 5 1…8 1 2 3 5 1…8
the application, the terminal allocation may vary. T ~ T ~
Y U Y U
The connection and commissioning must be _ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
carried out by trained personnel. ZTH-GEN ZTH-GEN

*) e.g. window contact

Dimensioning of supply and connecting cable

General In addition to the actual wire sizing, attention must also be paid to the surrounding area and
the cable routing.Signal cables must not be laid in the vicinity of load cables, objects liable to
cause EMC interference etc. if possible. Paired or layer stranded cables improve immunity to
interference.
24 V supply, dimensioning and cabling The dimensioning and installation of the AC 24V supply, the fuse protection and the cables
are dependent on the total operated load and local regulations. Account must be taken of the
following performance data, including the starting currents of the actuators:
– Dimensioning values VAV-Compact controller, see Technical data
– Dimensioning values of further controlling elements etc. can be found in the current data
sheets and product information
– Other devices which are intended to be connected to the same 24 V supply
– Reserve capacity for subsequent expansion, if planned.
MP-Bus integration – supply, dimensioning See S4-VAV-Compact D3, MP-Bus integration, page 33 … 42
and cabling

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Tool connection
Settings and diagnostics The settings and diagnostics of the connected VAV-Compact controller can
– thanks to MP-Bus technology – be checked and adjusted easily and rapidly with the Belimo
PC-Tool or with the ZTH-GEN service tool.
On-board service connection The service connection integrated in the VAV-Compact enables a rapid connection of the
operating device used.
Belimo VAV operating and service devices
– Belimo PC-Tool with level converter ZIP-USB-MP
– Service tool ZTH-GEN ZTH-GEN

RJ12 ZTH-GEN ▲ ▼ – + OK

ZK1-GEN ◄ or ►
BELIMO
PC-Tool
GND
24 V
US B

1
USB 2 ZK1-GEN

..-D3-MP
..-D3LON

MP connection (5) The VAV-Compacts can also communicate with the Service tools via the MP connection
(connection wire 5). The connection be set up during operations on-site, i.e. in the connection
socket, on the tool socket of the Belimo room temperature controller CR24 or at the floor or
control cabinet terminals.

~ T
RJ12 AC 24 V
_ +
DC 24 V
BELIMO ZK2-GEN
PC-Tool MP
ZTH-GEN
white = GND GND
◄ or ► ZTH-GEN
US B

green = MP
blue not connected
▲ ▼ – + OK
USB
1 2 5
~ T
U5 / MP ZK2-GEN
_ +
..-D3-MP 24 V
..-D3LON

1
T

2
�
Y 3
U 5

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Compatibility
Current overview An overview of the compatibility of the VAV-Compact controller with current and replaced
products can be found under www.belimo.eu.
VAV-Compact – Customer versions A VAV-Compact in a customer version is a device which has been specially produced for a VAV
unit manufacturer (OEM). These versions are adapted specifically for the pick-up device, damper
spindles and fastening systems of the OEM.
Designation: ..V-D3-MP yyy

1 2
1 Product designation, 2 Customer designation

Retrofit – old Belimo or VAV controllers from A special retrofit set is available for replacing old VAV controllers. Please contact your local
third-party manufacturers Belimo representative!
Replacement devices When replacement devices are ordered, they are parameterised at the OEM factory in
accordance with the installed system.
The VAV-Compact controller is sold exclusively via the OEM channel for this reason.

Safety notes
• The device is not allowed to be used outside the specified field of application, especially in
! aircraft or in any other airborne means of transport.
• It may only be installed by suitably trained personnel. Any legal regulations or regulations
issued by authorities must be observed during assembly.
• The device may only be opened at the manufacturer's site. It does not contain any parts that
can be replaced or repaired by the user.
• The cable must not be removed from the device.
• When calculating the required torque, the specifications supplied by the damper manufacturers
(cross-section, design, installation site), and the air flow conditions must be observed.
• The device contains electrical and electronic components and is not allowed to be disposed
of as household refuse. All locally valid regulations and requirements must be observed.

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Dimensions [mm]
Dimensional drawings LMV-D3-MP, LMV-D3-MF and LMV-D3LON Dimensional drawings NMV-D3-MP, NMV-D3-MF and NMV-D3LON

61

62
116 124
66

80
22 116 41
25 121 41
Dimensional drawings SMV-D3-MP
64

139
88

30 131 41

Dimensional drawings LHV-D3-MP..

97
67
66
28
7

3.2

94

B
66

Type Max. stroke A B

LHV-D3-MP100 100 233.5 264.2
LHV-D3-MP200 200 333.5 364.2
A LHV-D3-MP300 300 433.5 464.2

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 Functions VAV-Compact D3

Table of contents
Volumetric flow measurement / setting
Principle of operation VAV-Compact 12
Volumetric flow measurement 12
Nominal volumetric flow nom 13
Operating volumetric flow setting min / mid / max 13
Reference signal Y 14
Actual value signal U5
Actual value signal U5 – volumetric flow 15
Actual value signal U5 – damper position 15
Actual value signal U5 – differential pressure 16
Actual value signal U5 – adjustment 16
Control functions 17
Master / slave connection 20
Parallel connection 21
Operation 22
LED function table 23
Settings 24
Operating and fault messages 25

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Volumetric flow measurement / setting

Supply Δp microprocessor Actual value signal Principle of operation VAV-Compact

Δp @ nom D U5 10
Reference variable w
A Block diagram
A
z 2 The pressure value signal from the sensor is converted in the
w
D
min +
0 
measuring component (sensor electronics) into a signal proportional to
max Communication PP/MP the volumetric flow. The reference signal w is conditioned as a setpoint
Sensor Q
. cw ... ccw – signal according to the operating volumetric flow setting min/max.
…
electronics Halomo
 ASIC
controller
The current system deviation acts as the control signal for the
integrated actuator. The current volumetric flow is made available as an
Memory actual value signal for indicating and controlling slave VAV controllers.
Δp sensor
M
In combination with a precise differential pressure sensor, the specially
designed running time logic of the VAV-Compact guarantees high
control quality for the VAV unit in which it is installed.
+ –
You can choose between control with a classic control signal or via the
MP-Bus, depending on the application.

Volumetric flow measurement

The principle of the volumetric flow measurement is a pick-up device
A which is usually installed in the air duct in the form of a measuring
diaphragm, a venturi nozzle or a measuring nozzle. Several measuring
procedures have established themselves on the market for the
∆p recording of the volumetric flow.
Legend: Reliable and accurate differential pressure measurement – the key to
 = Volumetric flow
exact volumetric flow control
c = Geometry-related constant of the
 c baffle device The differential pressure measurement used by Belimo permits a
Δp = Differential pressure reliable, averaging measurement, even with unfavourable inflow
ρ = Medium density
conditions.
Each of the sensors used for recording the differential pressure has its
own dynamic behaviour. The influence of this measuring element in the
volumetric flow calculation is designated the device constant «c».
The sensor element is comprised of a centrally located heating element
with two temperature sensors aligned in the direction of the flow. A
temperature 'dome' forms above the heating element which is deformed
Calibration data by the air flow in the direction of the flow. The resulting temperature
difference between the two temperature sensors is a measure of the
existing differential pressure on the sensor.
Temperature Features of the Belimo differential pressure sensor D3:
compensation
A – Precise, proven heat transport measuring principle
D
Amplifier
Sensor
Chip
– Minimal flow rate through the sensor, therefore insensitive to
A
D contamination
Linearization
– Null measurement required neither at the time of commissioning nor
during operation
– Suitable for every installation position
PC interface – maintenance-free and with long-term stability for versatile applications
– Parallel measurements are possible thanks to the very low air flow rate
– Display of the current differential pressure of –600 … 600 Pa
– The direction of flow is detected

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Volumetric flow measurement / setting (continued)

Volumetric flow Nominal volumetric flow nom

actual value signal U5
Energy and acoustic considerations mean that the specific volumetric
[V]
NW100 NW.. NW.. NW.. flow for each duct diameter is not allowed to exceed a defined value.
10 nom The binding nominal volumetric flowis fixed by the unit manufacturer,
who is also responsible for the functionality of the VAV units.The
8 nominal volumetric flow setting entails adapting the VAV-Compact to
the installed VAV unit. The size, the nominal volumetric flow and the
6
operating parameters are taken into account and set. nom corresponds
to the maximum volumetric flow of the VAV unit at which the pressure
4
drop and noise are still within the permissible operating conditions.
The active calibration method used by Belimo, i.e. calibration with
2
a reference volumetric flow, compensates any deviations due to
Volumetric flow mechanical tolerances in the manufacturing process.Since these values
0
[m3/h] and the operating data of each VAV unit are unique, this process is
carried out by the manufacturer when the unit is assembled in the
Smallest Largest factory.
nominal width nominal width No subsequent settings are necessary on the system – helping to
significantly reduce installation and commissioning time and costs.
OEM unit range

Operating volumetric flow setting min / mid / max

The linear characteristic curve of the air volume controller enables the
operating volumetric flows on the system side to be set easily.
Volumetric flow Range
This setting is usually carried out either by the unit manufacturer or
min max when the system is commissioned. max acts as the upper limit value
nom nom as a function of the nominal volumetric flow. min can be set as a
max max percentage of the required nom.
For constant air volume (CAV), an intermediate position mid at 50%
between min and max is available as needed. 1)
min 20%
Function Volumetric flow Range
0% 0%
0/2 V Reference signal w 10 V
nom Nominal OEM-specific value, depending on the
VAV unit type and the application
max Maximum 20 … 100% of nom
min Minimum *0 … 100% von nom
(* OEM-specific)
mid 1) Intermediate position Fixed at 50% between min and max

* The minimum volumetric flow setting min varies according to the type of
VAV unit.
1) Requires CAV setting: NMV-D2M-compatible, see page 6.
Not available with DC 24 V supply.

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Reference signal Y

Behaviour in the lower control range

The following descriptions explain the behaviour of the
VAV-Compact D3 in the lower control range. The different behaviours
arise on the one hand from the setting of the reference signal
(0 ... 10V / 2 ... 10V) and on the other hand from the set value for min.

Volumetric flow Reference signal 0 ... 10V and min >0%

As soon as the reference signal [w] which is connected to terminal 3 [Y]
nom of the controller falls below 0.5V, the volumetric flow unit adjusts to min
max or to the lowest adjustable differential pressure.
..
..
..
.. Note
..
..
..
«Standard 0.5 V shut-off» not use at:
..
..
min Control limit – Mode 2 ... 10 V and MP bus operation
..
..
..
0% [w] – Mode 2 ... 10 V and CAV control
0V 10 V
0.5 V

Volumetric flow Reference signal 2 ... 10V (or adjustable) and min > 0%
As soon as the reference signal [w] which is connected to terminal 3
nom [Y] of the controller falls below 2.0V, the volumetric flow unit adjusts to
max min or to the lowest adjustable differential pressure. The shut-off level
(damper CLOSED) is fixed at 0.1V, but can if necessary be set with the
PC-Tool to 0.5 V.
min Control limit

ZU [w]
0V 2V 10 V
0.1 V (0.6 ... 30 V) (2.6 ... 32 V)
(0.5 V)

Volumetric flow Reference signal 0 ... 10V and min = 0%

The damper will close as soon as the reference signal [w] which is
nom connected to terminal 3 [Y] of the controller falls below 0.45V. The
max controller will return to control mode when the signal rises again above
0.55V.
min Control limit

ZU [w]
0V 0.55 V 10 V
0.45 V

Volumetric flow Reference signal 2 ... 10V and min = 0%

The damper will close as soon as the reference signal [w] which is
nom connected to terminal 3 [Y] of the controller falls below 2.36V. The
max controller will return to control mode when the signal rises again above
2.44V.
min Control limit

ZU [w]
2V 2.44 V 10 V
2.36 V

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Actual value signal U5

Note Three measured variables

We recommend installing connection U5 (actual value signal / MP connection) The VAV-Compact provides three measured values to choose from as
of each VAV controller in an accessible position, e.g.: room temperature actual value signal:
controller (CR24-Bx), floor controller, control cabinet. This allows you to use • Volumetric flow as 0 … 100% nom (default setting)
setting and control functions without direct access to the VAV controller. • Damper position as 0 … 100% of the available angle of rotation
• ∆p actual value from 0 ... 100% of ∆p @ nom
The setting can be switched with PC-Tool (Version V3.6 or higher).

Example
with Mode
Actual value signal U5 – volumetric flow
0 … 10V
The volumetric flow actual value signal U5 indicates the current
0 2 4 6 8 10 [V] volumetric flow measured through the pick-up device of the VAV unit.
This value corresponds to 0 … 100% of the set nominal volumetric flow.
nom is set in the factory by the unit manufacturer and indicated on the
VAV unit nameplate

The actual value signal U5 – volumetric flow:

Actual value signal U5 – – Corresponds to 0 … 100% of nom
Volumetric flow – Indicates the current actual volumetric flow
– Is not influenced by the min and max settings
– Has a shape that can be influenced by the mode and/or variable settings
– Must not be interconnected with the U5 signals of other VAV-Compact
controllers in conventional operation
Volumetric flow
[% nom]
Application:

0 20 40 60 80 100 • Reference signal for the slave unit in master / slave applications
• Volumetric flow indication, e.g. on BMS, totalising function

Actual value signal U5 – damper position

Example The damper position actual value signal indicates the current damper
with Mode
position.
0 … 10V
The value is shown as 0 … 100% of the adapted, i.e. available, damper
0 2 4 6 8 10 [V]
setting range.
Range of
rotation
The actual value signal U5 – damper position:
– Corresponds to 0 … 100 % of the adapted damper range of rotation
– Indicates the current damper position

Damper position – – Cannot be used to determine the current volumetric flow but is primarily
Actual value signal U5 a function of the prevailing system supply pressure
– Has a shape that can be influenced by the mode and/or variable settings
– Must not be interconnected with the U5 signals of other VAV-Compact
controllers in conventional operation

Damper position Application:

[% range of
rotation] • Indication, e.g. display on BMS
• Evaluation of the damper position for analogue-controlled fan
0 20 40 60 80 100 optimisation

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Actual value signal U5 (continued)

Example Actual value signal U5 – differential pressure

with Mode
0 … 10V The differential pressure actual value signal U5 indicates the current
0 2 4 6 8 10 [V] differential pressure measured with the differential pressure sensor of
the VAV unit.
This value corresponds to 0 … 100% of the set ∆p @ nom. This value
is set in the factory by the unit manufacturer.

The actual value signal U5 – differential pressure:

Actual value signal U5 – – Corresponds to 0 … 100% ∆p @ nom

Differential pressure – Indicates the currently existing differential pressure
– Has a shape that can be influenced by the mode and/or variable settings
– Must not be interconnected with the U5 signals of other VAV-Compact
controllers in conventional operation
Differential
pressure Application:
[% ∆p @ nom]
• Pressure monitoring in Open Loop operation, e.g. filter monitoring
• Display, e.g: Display on BMS
0 20 40 60 80 100

Actual value signal U5 – setting

• Influence of the mode setting on the actual value signal U5
The actual value signal U5 is influenced by the set operating range. If
the mode is set to 0 … 10 V, the display range of the U5 signal is
0 … 10 V while if the mode is 2 … 10 V, the display range is 2 … 10 V.
• Adjustable actual value signal U5
The U5 signal can be adapted with the PC-Tool U5 feedback function for
special applications; adjustable operating range:
– Starting point DC 0.0 … 8 V
– End point DC 2.0 … 10 V

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Control functions

20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100% CAV / VAV and open loop control functions

max
CAV operating The VAV-Compact can be operated with either of two control functions:
mode 2 … 10 V • CAV / VAV operation (default setting)
nom • Open loop operation
max The setting can be switched with PC-Tool (Version V3.6 or higher).
Open
(depending on CAV / VAV operation
supply pressure)
Constant operation This control function corresponds to the conventional CAV / VAV
function.
• CAV (constant air volume) control in step mode CLOSED / min /
mid 1) mid / max / OPEN.
For step control acting on input terminal 3, see page 6.
Application
min Step-controlled CAV application, e.g.:
– Occupancy switch min / max or
CLOSED – Meeting room with veto push-button for flushing mode min / max

The VAV-Compact adjusts the volumetric flow to the fixed selected

Volumetric flow value in constant air volume applications. One or more operating
[%nom] modes can be specified as required.
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
The following operating modes are available:

min CLOSED / min / mid 1) / max / OPEN

– Shut-off operation – damper CLOSED:
The damper is moved into the CLOSED position (0%).
– max / mid / min operating modes:
The VAV-Compact adjusts the volumetric flow to the fixed selected
value.
– Flushing operation – damper OPEN:
The damper can be opened (100%) for maximum ventilation, in which
case air volume control is deactivated.
1) Requires CAV setting: NMV-D2M compatible, see page 6.
Not available with DC 24V supply.

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Control functions (continued)

Reference signal Y VAV (variable air volume) controller min … max

Example with
Mode 2 … 10V Corresponds to the VAV reference value input Y
20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100% Application
max
Room temperature-controlled VAV application, e.g.:
[V] Actual volumetric – Belimo CR24 room temperature controller, or
2 4 6 8 10 [V] actual value signal – Third-party controller with 0 … 10 V output
10 U5
max nom
VAV – reference signal Y
8 The reference signal Y allows the volumetric flow to be controlled
linearly within the bandwidth of the set operating volumetric flows. This
allows ventilation to be controlled according to demand, for example in a
6 conference room where the volumetric flow increases continuously from
Variable the minimum setting (hygiene ventilation) up to the maximum value as a
operation function of the room temperature.
4 The output signal of a master controller or a setpoint generator is
supplied to the reference value input of the VAV-Compact for this
min purpose. This signal controls the volumetric flow linearly in the set
2 operating volumetric flow range.
Constant The reference signal Y
operation
0 – Controls linearly in the min … max
Volumetric flow
[%nom] – Is used to control the VAV-Compact in VAV and CAV applications
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 – Has a shape that can be influenced by the mode and / or variable
settings

min

Variable air volume operation (VAV)

The required volumetric flow is specified linearly in the min … max
range by means of an analogue reference signal or via the MP-Bus.
Shut-off operation (CLOSED) with min 0%
If a shut-off function is required in VAV operation, it can be achieved by
setting min to 0%.
Shut-off operation (CLOSED)
The following function can be implemented with a 0 … 10 V signal in
2 … 10 V mode:
Reference signal Y Volumetric flow Function
< 0.1 V * (0.5 V) 0 Damper CLOSED,
VAV controller inactive
0.2 … 2 V (0.6 ... 2 V) min Operating level min active
2 … 10 V min … max Modulating operation
min … max

* Please note: The controller / DDC must be capable of pulling the reference
signal to 0 V.

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Control functions (continued)

Note Open-loop operation

The VAV control circuit – in open loop operation – is the responsibility of the This control function deactivates the integrated CAV / VAV control
supplier of the VAV controller. function. The VAV-Compact works as a modulating actuator with an
integrated volumetric flow sensor.

T ~
AC 24 V
• Typical application: Pressure-independent control of CAV / VAV units
in the comfort zone, with utilisation of an external volumetric flow
controller.
Third-party VAV controller
• Actuator, control via Y:
– The actuator is controlled by means of an analogue control signal,
0 ... 100% volumetric flow
0 ... 100% control signal

e.g. 0 … 10 V, and moves to the defined position.

VAV-Compact – Running time: The running time in open loop mode is fixed at 150 s.
«Open Loop» operation
• Volumetric flow, measurement via U5:
– Actual value signal: selectable signal (0 … 10 V or 2 … 10 V)
~ corresponding to 0 … 100% nom. The nom setting is made by the
manufacturer of the VAV unit.
T
Y U
..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
ZTH-GEN
Application
New or retrofit solutions in connection with VAV controllers without
actuator and sensor unit from various third-party manufacturers, e.g.:
– Siemens RXC ...
– TAC Xenta ...

• Differential pressure measurement via U5:

– Actual value signal: selectable signal (0 … 10 V or 2 … 10 V)
The switching between volumetric flow and differential pressure
corresponding to 0 … 100% ∆p @ nom. The ∆p @ nom setting is
display (U5) takes place with the PC-Tool (Version 3.6 or higher).
made by the manufacturer of the VAV unit.
Open loop in MP-Bus mode
The open loop function was developed for analogue control. Open loop
operation is available in principle, even in MP-Bus mode, although the
transfer time of the data is still subject to the cycle time of the MP-Bus.
Implementation of a VAV control loop through the MP-Bus, based on
the open loop function, is for this reason not permitted.

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Master / slave connection

SUPPLY Room pressure ratio

Room
In a master / slave connection, any changes in the air system of the
master (supply pressure too low, e.g. due to a pressure control fault)
T
are detected and reported to the slave. This guarantees an equal
EXHAUST percentage ratio of supply air to exhaust air.
In a master / slave configuration, only one controller can act as master.
M 1 S However, one master controller can control several parallel slave
2 controllers.
Principle:
1. A reference signal, e.g. from a room temperature controller, is connected to the master When are master / slave connections used?
input. min and max are set on the master controller.
• In systems with air volume controllers in the supply and exhaust air
2. The volumetric flow actual value signal from the master acts as a reference signal for the
slave controller. The master is installed on the supply or exhaust air side, depending on that are required to work sequentially
the application. See “Determination of the master controller“. • When an equal percentage ratio of supply air to exhaust air is
For connection diagram, see page 5 … 6 specified.

Reference signal Y The ratio is set with the max Operating volumetric flow settings
Example with mode: parameter on the slave
0 … 10 V The max- and min values used for the required volumetric flow are
set on the master and transferred to the slave by means of a reference
[V] max max signal.
Slave Master
10 nom
CAV application
In constant air volume applications, operating mode control (CLOSED /
8 min etc.) is only set on the master controller.

6 Slave setting if the room pressure ratio is balanced

The min setting on the slave is always 0%. If the room pressure ratio
4
Equal percentage is 1:1 and all controllers are the same size, the slave controller is set to
ratio
max 100% / min 0%.

2 Slave setting if the room pressure ratio is unbalanced

min Volumetric flow
The min setting on the slave is always 0%.
0 [%nom]
0 20 40 60 80 100 Setting with % scale on the ZTH-GEN service-tool
The slave min setting «0%» forms the pivot The ratio of slave volume to master volume is set as follows with the
and intersection point max value on the slave controller:
Determination of the master controller
max S • nom M
If both units have: max S% = •100
– Non-identical nom settings, the controller with the lower max M • nom S
nom.
– Identical nom settings, the controller with the higher air max S% = max value that must be set on the controller in %
volume setting acts as master
nom M = Nominal volume of the master unit in m3/h
– Positive pressure in the room
Master: Supply air unit Slave: Exhaust air unit max M = Maximum volume of the master unit in m3/h
– Negative pressure in the room
nom S = Nominal volume of the slave unit in m3/h
Master: Exhaust air unit Slave: Supply air unit
max S = Maximum volume of the slave unit in m3/h

Setting with PC-Tool / ZTH-GEN

These two setting tools can be used to enter the volumetric flow ratio
directly in m3/ h, ll/s or cfm, i.e. there is no need to calculate the setting
ratio.

Example
Required: Positive pressure in the room with 20% excess air
– Supply air unit: nom 1600 m3/h / max 1500 m3/h
– Exhaust air unit: nom 2400 m3/h / max 1200 m3/h
Find: max setting of the slave controller

1200 • 1600
53% = •100
1500 • 2400

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Parallel connection

SUPPLY Room pressure ratio

Room
In a parallel connection, the two VAV units are operated independently
of one another with a common reference signal. The operating
T
volumetric flows of the supply and exhaust air units must be set
ABL according to the required room pressure ratio.

SUP. EXH. The supply and exhaust air controllers work independently of one
another, i.e. if a fault occurs in the supply or exhaust air system, the
Principle: room pressure ratio is impaired for technical reasons. In the worst case,
The reference signal of the temperature controller is connected in a parallel circuit with the the unit tolerances may be accumulated. This circumstance must be
reference value inputs of the supply and exhaust air controllers. The operating volumetric taken into account by the project planning engineer.
flows max and min are set on both controllers.
For connection diagram, see page 5 … 6
When are parallel connections used?
• If air volume controllers operate with parallel supply and exhaust air
(controlled by a common reference variable)
Volumetric flow - • If the supply and exhaust air devices have different sizes and different
actual value signal minimum and maximum volumetric flow settings
U5, example with • If constant differential control is active between the supply and
mode 0 … 10V
exhaust air
20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100%
• In systems with several supply and exhaust air devices
max
• In circulating air systems for airtight rooms.

[V] Operating volumetric flow settings

max
The max and min values used for the required volumetric flow must be
10
set on each VAV controller.
9

8 CAV application
7
In constant air volume applications, operating mode control
6 (CLOSED / min etc.) is set on both controllers.
Constant
5 Supply/exhaust
4 air difference Setting if the room pressure ratio is balanced
3 Owing to the proportional assignment of the reference signal to the
2 value ranges for max and min, it is possible to operate VAV units
with different nominal widths and differentiated ranges parallel to one
1
another.
0
min
Setting if the room pressure ratio is unbalanced
The operating volumetric flows of the supply and exhaust air units must
Volumetric flow be set according to the difference:
[%nom]
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 • Positive pressure ratio in the room
Supply air volume > exhaust air volume
• Negative pressure ratio in the room
min
Exhaust air volume > supply air volume

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Operation

3 Tool connection (1)

4 A Belimo operating device can be connected here directly, e.g. PC-Tool or a ZTH-GEN hand-
operated device for setting and checking the VAV-Compact. This connection is also available if
2 an MP integration is active.
1
Manual disengagement (2)
The damper blade can be adjusted manually when the system is started up using the pushbutton
on the VAV-Compact. Manual adjustments are possible at any time – even if the system is
energised – without impairing operation. The position calculation – with visual indication (status
LED) – is synchronised automatically in order to prevent deviations as a result of manual control.

Power and operation LED (3)

Operating controls and indicators:

The status of the 24 V power supply and the readiness of the VAV-Compact for operation are
1 Tool connection with cover
indicated by the green LED (power).
2 Manual disengagement
3 Button 1 «Adaption», LED 1 «Power» Synchronisation – with visual indication (4)
4 Button 2 «Address», LED 2 «Status»
The position calculation is synchronised in order to prevent permanent deviations as a result of
manual control. Correct control of the damper blade position is thus guaranteed. The status LED
indicates the progress of the function. Deviations due to manual control are eliminated.
This synchronisation also acts as a simple functional check.The synchronisation behaviour can
be set according to the application.

Angle of rotation adaption – with visual indication (4)

This function detects the upper and lower spindle end stops and stores them in the VAV-
Compact. The running time and the operating range are adapted to the available angle of
rotation. By detecting the mechanical end stops, it is possible to approach the end position
gently and protect the actuator and damper mechanisms. The status LED indicates the progress
of the function.
The adaption behaviour can be set according to the application.

Bus function – addressing (4)

The address button assigns an MP-Bus address (MP1 … 8) to the VAV-Compact and switches
the device to the bus function.
For details of the procedure, refer to “MP-Bus integration”

MP-PP communication active (4)

The address button assigns an MP-Bus address (MP1 … 8) to the VAV-Compact and switches
the device to the bus function.

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LED 1
2
LED 1
LED 2
LED 2
VAV-Compact D3 Functions LED 2

LED function table

LED
LED 1
1
LED 1 Adaption LED 1
LED
LED 2
2 LED 1 Power
Application Function Description / action LED pattern LED 2
LED
LED 12
LED 1 Address Status
LED 2
LED
LED 1
1 LED 11
LED 2
– 24V power supply OK LED 21
LED
LED 2 LED
LED 2
2 N1 operation Status information 1
2
– VAV-Compact ready for operation LED 12
LED
LED1
LED LED 12
LED 1 LED 1
1
Synchronisation started by: LED2 2
LED
a) Operating / service device LED 11
LED
LED 2
2 LED 2
S1 service function Synchronisation b) Manual disengagement on the LED 21 Start Sync time
LED
LED 1
2
VAV-Compact LED 1
LED 2
LED
LED 1
1 c) Power On behaviour LED
LED1 2
LED 1
LED 2
LED 1
LED
LED 2 LED 2
2
Adaption started by: LED2 1
LED 1
LED 2
S2 service function Adaption a) Operating / service device LED 21 Start Adaption time

b) Button on VAV-Compact LED

LED
LED 1
1
2
2
LED
LED
LED
LED12
LED 12
LED 1
LED 2
a) Addressing triggered on the MP master LED
LED 1
LED2 2
1
LED
LED 1
1 Addressing via MP LED 21
master: LED
LED 1
2
B1 bus control LED
LED 2
LED
LED 2
2 (acknowledgement on b) �����������������������������
Press the address pushbutton LED 1
1
LED
LED 2
VAV-Compact) LED indicates active communication again LED 12
LED 1 On event MP communication
as soon as the addressing function has LED 2
LED
LED 1 LED
1
LED2 2
finished LED 2
LED
LED 2
2 LED 1
Addressing via MP Addressing triggered on the MP master, LED LED 1
B2 bus control master (with serial indicates active communication again as soon LED
LED 12 Not addressed MP communication
LED
LED 1
1 LED 1
number) as the addressing function has finished LED 2
LED 11
LED
LED 2
2 LED 2
LED 21
LED 1
B3 bus control Indicates active communication with the MP LED
LED
LED 2
2
MP-PP communication 1 MP communication
LED
LED 1
1 communication master or an operating / service device LED
LED1 1
LED 2
LED 2
LED 1
LED
LED 2
2 LED 2
LED2 1
LED 1
Legend: LED 2
LED 21
LED
LED 1
1 Green LED (power) lit LED
LED 22
Yellow LED (status) lit LED
LED1 2
LED
LED 2
2
Yellow LED lit intermittently LED
LED2 1
LED 1
LED
LED 1
1 LED 1
LED
LED 22
LED
LED 2
2
LED
LED1 2

LED
LED 1
1 LED
LED2 1
LED 1
LED 1
LED
LED 2
2
LED
LED 22
LED
LED1 2

LED
LED2 1
LED 1
LED 1
LED
LED 22
LED
LED1 2

LED
LED2 1
LED 1
LED 1
LED
LED 22
LED
LED1 2

LED
LED2 1
LED 1
LED 1
LED
LED 22
LED
LED1 2

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Settings

Operating device
Function Settings, limits PC-Tool Remarks, notes
(Version V3.6 ZTH-GEN
or higher)
System-specific settings
max 20 … 100% of nom r/w r/w
min 0 … 100% of nom r/w r/w
Mode 0 … 10V / 2 … 10V r/w r/w
– Start value: 0.6 ... 30V
Reference signal Y (terminal 3) r/w –
– Stop value: 2.6 ... 32V
– Start value: 0.6 ... 8V
Actual value signal U (terminal 5) r/w –
– Stop value: 2.6 ... 10V
Address MP1 … MP8 r/w r/w MP-Bus address
Position 16 characters r/w r Display in operating and bus devices
Designation 16 characters r/w r Display in operating and bus devices
Volumetric flow / damper position /
Feedback U5 – function r/w –
differential pressure
Controller function Volumetric flow / open loop r/w –
Unit-specific settings
1) Thisvalue is fixed by the OEM when the
nom 1) Unit-specific value r / (w) r
VAV-Compact is calibrated
∆p @ nom Unit-specific value r / (w) r Unit manufacturer-specific setting parameter
Reset OEM values w w Reactivating OEM basic values (max / min)
– Adapted 30 … 95° r
Range of rotation –
– Electronically limited 30 … 95° r/w
– cw
Direction of rotation for Y = 100% r/w r/w
– ccw
Torque 100 / 75 / 50 / 25% r/w –
Special settings
– No action
Power On behaviour – Adaption r/w – Power On behaviour
– Synchronisation
– Y = 0%
Synchronisation behaviour r/w – Synchronisation to Y = 0 or 100%
– Y = 100%
– Last value
– CLOSED
MP-Bus function:
Bus fail position – min r/w –
Behaviour with bus master failure
– max
– OPEN
Sensitivity Normal / muted r/w – Setting for open loop input signal
– Standard 0.1V shut-off
CAV functions – Standard 0.5V shut-off r/w –
– Old generation (NMV-D2M)
Displays
Control loop display Actual – set volume deviation r r Display: Setpoint, actual value
– Firmware r r
Version overview
– Config table ID r –
– Operating time r
Operating data – Running time r –
– Ratio r
– Setting range enlarged r/w
Alarm messages – Mechanical overload r/w –
– Stop & Go ratio too high r/w
Serial number nnnnn-nnnnn-nnn-nnn r r Belimo designation: ID and series number
Type Type designation r r Belimo product designation

Note: Setting data can be saved and printed out with the PC-Tool V3.6 or higher.

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Operating and fault messages

Operating data recording The VAV-Compact controller records the following operating data, which can be read out with
PC-Tool or via the MP-Bus master if MP-Bus integrations are active:

Operating time
Number of hours for which the VAV-Compact was connected to the power supply.

Active time
Number of hours for which the VAV-Compact was mechanically in motion and connected to the
power supply.

Stop & go ratio

Ratio of active time to operating time (formula = active time [h] / operating time [h] x 100).

The VAV-Compact generates the error messages described below in the corresponding
situations. The error messages can be read out with PC-Tool and are also indicated via the bus
master if MP-Bus integrations are active.

«Setting range too large»

Occurs if, when the angle of rotation is limited to 60° for example, the setting range suddenly
exceeds > 60° owing to a mechanical defect (angle of rotation limiting altered or loose). This is
detected by the VAV-Compact and the above message is generated.

Mechanical overload
The actuator has been stopped before the expected end position 0% or 100%. Possible causes
are wrong adaption, mechanical blocking or a higher torque of the damper (damaged, aging). If
this message appears, the easiness of the movement and movement range shall be tested und
afterwards, a new adaption shall be made und the message deleted.
«Stop & go ratio too high»
«Stop & go ratio too high» occurs if the stop & go ratio exceeds 20%, in other words if the
actuator moves too frequently in relation to its operating time. Possible cause: Unstable
reference signal, e.g. because the upstream room temperature cascade is oscillating.

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Table of contents
Single-duct systems
CAV room solution with motion detector 28
VAV room solution with 0 … 10 V control 29
VAV room solution with CR24 room controller 30
Dual-duct systems
VAV dual-duct solution with CR24 room controller 31
More VAV applications, including lists of materials and specification texts, can be found in
application library CR24 under www.belimo.com.
Energy-optimised VAV / CAV system solutions for fan regulators for room ventilation.
Functional / product descriptions and typical applications can be found in the system
documentation for the COU24-A-MP optimiser under www.belimo.com.

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Single-duct systems

IRC-VAV CAV room solution with motion detector

Functional diagram

Room Volumetric flow

occupied max

Room not min

occupied

CAV single-duct plant, occupancy-controlled

Brief description

Control solution for CAV single-room application

CAV single-duct system, occupancy-controlled
Stand-alone operation or integrated in a building automation system (I/O integration)
Functions The CAV controller is controlled by means of the motion detector in two modes on the basis of
room occupancy min … max:
– Room unoccupied: constant air volume min
– Room occupied: constant air volume max
Motion detector With switching output for low switching capacity (load 0.24 mA)
VAV-Compact control device VAV-Compact control device for supply air, exhaust air or mixing units, comprising a sensor,
..MV-D3-MP VAV controller and actuator for pressure-independent air volume controls.

Wiring diagram

AC 24 V
~

min max
Motion detector
Actual value

Actual value
signal

signal

1 2 3 5 Notes
~ y U5 CAV 1 • Connection and terminal designations of the motion detector in accordance
2) 1) 1) Master-Slave
with the manufacturer‘s specification
1 2 3 5 or • Mode setting on the CAV controller: 0 … 10 V oder 2 … 10 V
~ y U5 CAV 2 2) parallel

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IRC-VAV VAV room solution with 0 … 10 V control

Functional diagram
Y XP K
[V]
ao1
10
Volumetric flow
max 0 … 10V

0 min
tR
[°C]
WH WK VAV single-duct system, room temperature-controlled

Brief description

Control solution for VAV single-room application

VAV single-duct system, room temperature-controlled
Stand-alone operation or integrated in a building automation system (I/O integration)
Functions The 0 … 10 V single-room or DDC controller controls the VAV controller with a variable air
volume in the range from min … max, depending on the room cooling needs.
Single-room or DDC controller With 0 … 10 V output signal (cooling sequence).
Controller functions in accordance with the manufacturer‘s specification.
VAV-Compact control device VAV-Compact control device for supply air, exhaust air or mixing units, comprising a sensor,
..MV-D3-MP VAV controller and actuator for pressure-independent air volume controls.

Wiring diagram

AC 24 V
~
Actual value signal 0 … 10 V *

Actual value signal 0 … 10 V *

Reference signal 0 … 10 V

* Input or auxiliary terminal

Room / DDC controller

1 2 3 5 Notes
~ y U5 VAV 1 • Connection and terminal designations in accordance with the controller
2) 1) 1) Master-Slave
manufacturer’s specification
1 2 3 5 or • Mode setting on the VAV controller: 0 … 10 V
~ y U5 VAV 2 2) parallel

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Single-duct systems (continued)

IRC-VAV VAV room solution with CR24 room controller

Functional diagram
Y XP K
[V]
10 max
ao1

2 min
EHO
0 CLOSED
tR
[°C]
WH WK VAV single-duct system, room temperature-controlled

Brief description

Note Control solution for VAV single-room application

For technical data and a detailed description of VAV single-duct system, room temperature-controlled
functions, see CR24 product information. Stand-alone operation or integrated in a building automation system (I/O integration)
Functions The CR24-B1 single-room controller controls the connected VAV controllers with a variable air
volume in the range from min … max, depending on the room cooling needs.
Other functions can be optionally connected (e.g. with a motion detector): energy hold off,
standby, etc.
Room temperature controller Room temperature controller (15 … 36°C) with an integrated or external temperature sensor
CR24-B1 • Mode selection with a pushbutton and three LEDs: AUTO, ECO (reduced room temperature for
(automatic) CR24-A1 standby or night operation) and MAX (flushing operation with 15’ timer)
• Room protection function (frost / excess temperature)
• Inputs for energy hold off, standby operation, external temperature sensor, summer / winter
compensation
• VAV system output
• Self-resetting start-up and service function
• Tool connection for diagnostics, settings and trend recordings
VAV-Compact control device VAV-Compact control device for supply air, exhaust air or mixing units, comprising a sensor, VAV
..MV-D3-MP controller and actuator for pressure-independent air volume controls.

Wiring diagram Input and output assignment

AC 24 V External External
0...10V

~ temperature sensor shift _ Functions Description Assignment

VAV VAV system output (0) 2 ... 10 V Output ao1
Optional
functions Description Assignment
EHO St-By EHO Energy hold off (window) Input di1
Sensor External temperature sensor NTC 5K Input ai1
Shift External shift 0 ... 10 V Input ai2
ao1 U5 1 U5 2 3 4 5 (Summer / Winter compensation)
ai1/di1 di2 ai2
1 2 6 7 8 CR24-B1 Note
Terminal designations in accordance with the Belimo final controlling element.

1 2 3 5
~
2)
y U5
1)
VAV 1
1) Master-Slave
Configuration, settings
or
1 2 3 5
~ y U5 VAV 2
2) parallel
DIP switches
1 2
1 P-Band normal wide
Notes 2 di2 Stand by Change over
• Further VAV applications such as boost (fast heat up), night cool down (air
heated with water or electrically), night cooling, combination available with
chilled ceiling. See www.belimo.com
• Mode setting for VAV controller for this application: 2 … 10 V Setpoint WH range: 15 … 36 °C

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Dual-duct systems

IRC-VAV VAV dual-duct solution with CR24 room controller

Functional diagram
Mixing range
Heating Cooling Hot
Supply air
temperature max
Volumetric flow Cold
hz kü
max

Hot air

Cold air

min
tR [°C]
VAV dual-duct system, room temperature-controlled
Wkü P-band cooling

Brief description

Information Control solution for VAV single-room application

For technical data and a detailed description of VAV dual-duct system, room temperature-controlled
functions, see CR24 product information. Stand-alone operation or integrated in a building automation system (I/O integration)
Functions The two air volume controllers mix the hot and cold air supplied by the dual-duct air conditioning
system to obtain the condition requested by the CR24-B1 room temperature controller.
The constant air volume (CAV) controller for the hot air adjusts to the set max volume for
heating. The variable air volume (VAV) controller for the cold air adds the variable amount of cold
air requested by the room temperature controller. If cooling needs exceed the hot air volume, the
hot-air part is shut off and only cold air is supplied.
Optional: The cold-air part can be shut off by means of a switching contact at input d1.
Room temperature controller Room temperature controller (15 … 36°C) with an integrated or external temperature sensor
CR24-B1 • Mode selection with a pushbutton and three LEDs: AUTO, ECO (reduced room temperature for
(automatic) CR24-A1 standby or night operation) and MAX (flushing operation with 15’ timer)
• Room protection function (frost / excess temperature)
• Inputs for cold air shut-off, external temperature sensor, summer / winter compensation
• VAV system output
• Self-resetting start-up and service function
• Tool connection for diagnostics, settings and trend recordings
VAV-Compact control device VAV-Compact control device for supply air, exhaust air or mixing units, comprising a sensor, VAV
..MV-D3-MP controller and actuator for pressure-independent air volume controls.

Wiring diagram Input and output allocation

AC 24 V External NTC External

0...10V

~ temperature sensor shift _ Functions Description Assignment

VAV VAV system output (0) 2 ... 10 V Output ao1
Optional
functions Description Assignment
Cold air St-By Shut-off CA Cold air shut-off Input di1
shut-off Sensor External temperature sensor NTC 5K Input ai1
Shift External shift 0 ... 10 V Input ai2
ao1 U5 1 U5 2
3 4 5 (Summer / Winter compensation)
ai1/di1 di2 ai2
1 2 6 7 8 CR24-B1
Configuration, settings

DIP switches
1 2 3 5
VAV controller for adding cold air 1 normal
~ y U5 1 2
P-Band wide
2 di2 Stand by Change over
1 2 3 5
~ y U5 CAV controller for hot air

Notes Setpoint WH range: 15 … 36 °C

• Terminal descriptions correspond to the Belimo actuator connection.
• Mode setting for VAV controller for this application: 2 … 10 V

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Table of contents
MP-Bus integration
General 34
Mode of operation 34
Integration for LONWORKS® 34
Integration for EIB / KNX systems 34
Integration with DDC / PLC controllers 34
Integration with COU24-A-MP Fan Optimiser 34
Addressing 35
Connection, MP-Bus topology, power supply and wiring 36
Cable lengths 37
Control / operating volumetric flow settings 39
Bus fail function 40
Sensor integration 41

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General

Conventional or via MP-Bus VAV-Compact controllers can be controlled either conventionally or via the MP-Bus. Integrations
Up-to-date and more detailed information about in LONWORKS®, EIB/Konnex, Modbus RTU, BACnet MS/TP or DDC systems with an
bus solutions: www.belimo.com. MP interface can thus be realised simply and inexpensively.

Principle of operation

MP address The assignment of an MP address turns a standard VAV-Compact into a bus-capable system
controller with considerable added value.
In bus mode, the VAV-Compact controller is supplied with a reference signal over the MP-Bus
from the higher-level building automation system and adjusts to the specified volumetric flow.
The VAV-Compact is switched to MP-Bus mode automatically as soon as it is assigned an MP
address. One active or passive sensor or one switch can be connected to each VAV-Compact.
This input value can be used in the higher-level system, e.g. for VAV control in room temperature
or other applications.

LONWORKS®

MP-Bus

UK24LON

Ethernet

For the direct integration of VAV controllers in a

MP-Bus
LONWORKS® system there are new VAV-Compact
controllers available in a certified  The VAV-Compact can be interconnected with up to eight Belimo MP devices (damper actuators,
version: valve actuators, VAV-Compact controllers) thanks to the integrated communication principle
• LMV-D3LON over the Belimo MP-Bus. These slave devices are supplied by the higher-level bus master with a
• NMV-D3LON digital control signal over the MP-Bus and then opened to the position dictated by this signal.

Integration for LONWORKS®

Node Object #0 The  certified UK24LON gateway connects the Belimo MP-Bus with LONWORKS®. Up to
nviRequest
SNVT_obj_request
nvoStatus
SNVT_obj_status eight MP actuators can be connected on the MP-Bus side.
nvoFileDirectory The UK24LON allows the actuators to be digitally controlled via the MP-Bus and send back their
SNVT_address

Configuration Properties
current operating status. It converts the digital information from the controller and the feedback
SCPTdevMajVer (165)
SCPTdevMinVer (166)
SCPTobjMajVer (167)
into standardised network variables (SNVTs). The functions of the field devices can thus be
SCPTobjMinVer (168)
directly integrated into LONWORKS®.
Damper Actuator Object #8110
Damper actuator object #8110
The actuator object is used to map the functions of the MP actuators to the LONWORKS® network.
nviRelStpt nvoActualValue
SNVT_lev_percent SNVT_lev_percent

nviActuatState
SNVT_switch
nvoAbsAngle
SNVT_angle_deg There are eight of these objects in the UK24LON, i.e. one per MP actuator.
LONWORKS® nviManOvrd nvoAbsAirFlow
SNVT_hvac_overid SNVT_flow Open loop sensor object #1
Configuration Properties
SCPTobjMajVer (167)
SCPTobjMinVer (168) An optional sensor or switch can be connected to each MP actuator. The open loop sensor
SCPTminSendTime (52)
SCPTmaxSendTime (49)
SCPTmaxRcvTime (48)
object transfers the linked sensor values to the LONWORKS® network.
SCPTminDeltaAngl (43)
SCPTminDeltaFlow (47)
SCPTactuatorType (41)
VAV controllers are also available in a  certified LON version as an alternative to cost-
SCPToemType (61)
SCPTlocation (17) effective integration via the UK24LON: LMV-D3LON / NMV-D3LON.
SCPTnomAngle (58)
SCPTnomAirFlow (57)
SCPTminSetpoint (53)
Controller object #8060
MP-Bus

MP-Bus

SCPTmaxSetpoint (50)
SCPTdriveTime (45)
SCPTdirection (44)

A temperature controller is integrated in each actuator. This makes it easy to implement

individual room control solutions.
For more detailed information, see UK24LON Product Information.
Open Loop Sensor Object

SNVT_xxx

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Integration for EIB/Konnex, Modbus RTU and BACnet MS/TP systems

The respective Belimo Gateway allows up to eight MP actuators or VAV-Compact controllers

Field bus to be digitally controlled via the MP-Bus and to report back their current operating status. The
digital information from the controller and the feedback are translated in the Gateway into
telegrams of the respective field bus system. The functions of the MP field devices can thus be
UK24EIB directly integrated into these systems.
UK24MOD
UK24BAC Sensor connection
An optional sensor or switch can be connected to each MP actuator. The analogue sensor
MP-Bus

MP-Bus

values are digitised in this way and transferred to the higher-level system.
For more detailed information, see product information UK24EIB, UK24MOD und UK24BAC.

Integration with DDC / PLC controllers

DDC / PLC devices with an MP interface are available from several manufacturers. These
DDC control devices can thus communicate directly and digitally with the connected MP field devices.
MP-Bus Sensor integration
An optional sensor or switch can be connected to each MP actuator. The analogue sensor
values are digitised in this way and supplied to the DDC / PLC system for its control functions.
MP-Bus protocol
MP-Bus

MP-Bus

DDC / PLC manufacturers who would like to implement the MP-Bus protocol in their controllers
can be provided with the technical specifications on request.
For more information, please contact the DDC / PLC supplier or your Belimo representative.

Integration with COU24-A-MP Fan Optimiser

Frequency converter MP-Bus controlled variable and constant air volume systems for room ventilation applications
FC Ventilator with fans controlled by a frequency converter.
The system is operated by the Fan Optimiser with optimum damper positions based on the
current demand signals. The objective is to keep the pressure loss through the VAV units as
low as possible and thus permanently reduce operating costs by decreasing the fan output.The
damper positions of each VAV-Compact controller are recorded, transferred via the MP-Bus to
the Fan Optimiser and used there as a control variable for regulating the fan controlled by the
Fan Optimiser
frequency converter.
VAV 1

As a result of this technology – which is based on the Belimo MP-Bus – up to 50% energy
Room 1 savings can be achieved compared to conventional systems with fans controlled by air-duct
MP-Bus

pressure.
System size: Any
VAV 8 Number of VAV / CAV units per Fan Optimiser: 1 … 8
For more detailed information, see
• COU24-A-MP Fan Optimiser system description
Expandable Room 8 • COU24-A-MP product information

Room 9 …

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Addressing

MP6 Each device in a bus system must be uniquely identifiable. Each MP slave must therefore be
assigned an address.
MP7
Address range: MP1 … 8
MP1
The slaves can be addressed either directly on the MP master unit or by means of a Belimo
MP8
MP master operating device. They are addressed using the serial number (numerical / barcode) or with the
MP4
MP5 address pushbutton on the MP device.
MP2 MP3 Procedure: Refer to the documentation for the MP master unit or the PC-Tool online help
(<F1> function).

Connection, MP-Bus topology, power supply and wiring

MP-Bus connection
The MP-Bus connection is a network for 1 … 8 Belimo MP devices. Like the VAV-Compact, it
consists of a 3-pole connection for MP-Bus communication and the AC or DC 24 V power
supply.
Neither special cables nor terminating resistors are required for the wiring.

~ T
AC 24 V
_ +
DC 24 V MP

MP3…8

1 2 3 5 1 2 3 5
~ T ~ T
_ Y ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool _ w U ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
+ ZTH-GEN + PP ZTH-GEN

The cable lengths (see calculation overleaf) are limited by:

– The sum of the performance data of the connected MP devices,
– The type of supply (AC 24 V via the bus or DC 24 V)
– The cable cross-section.

MP-Bus topology
The cables of up to eight MP devices / VAV controllers can be laid in a freely definable bus
topology. The following topologies are permitted: star-shaped, ring-shaped, tree-shaped or mixed
forms.

Up to 8 actuators (•)

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Cable lengths

Limits
The cable lengths (see calculation below) are limited by:
• The sum of the performance data of the connected devices,
e.g. LMV-D3-MP 4 VA / 2 W
• The type of supply (AC 24 V or DC 24 V)
• The cable cross-section.
MP1 MP2 MP8
MP master
MP-Bus cable length for AC 24V supply
via the bus cable

1 GND
2 AC 24 V
5 MP

AC 24 V L = max. cable length [m]

Total power rating of VAV controllers [VA] 1000

0.75 mm2 1.0 mm2

1.5 mm2 2.5 mm2
Cable length [m]

100

10

1
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
Power rating [VA]

Cable length vs. power rating applies to AC supply (minimum transformer voltage AC 21.6 V)

Calculation of the maximum cable lengths (AC 24V)

The power ratings (VA) of the individual devices must first be added together. The corresponding
cable lengths can then be read from the graph.
Example:
MP-Bus with 5 x LMV-D3-MP
Total power rating: 5 x 4 VA = 20 VA
Values read from the graph:
• Cable with wire Ø 0.75 mm2 requires: Cable length 28 m
• Cable with wire Ø 1.0 mm2 requires: Cable length 40 m
• Cable with wire Ø 1.5 mm2 requires: Cable length 54 m
• Cable with wire Ø 2.5 mm2 requires: Cable length 100 m

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Signal cable lengths (continued)

MP-Bus cable length for DC 24V supply MP1 MP2 MP8

MP master
via the bus cable

1 GND
2 + DC 24 V
5 MP
DC
DC 24 V
L = max. cable length [m]

Total dimensioning of VAV controllers [W] 10000

0.75 mm2 1.0 mm2

1000 1.5 mm2 2.5 mm2
Cable length [m]

100

10

1
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Active power [W]

Cable length vs active power applies to DC supply (minimum supply voltage AC 24.0 V)

Calculation of the maximum cable lengths

The power consumption [W] of the individual devices must first be added together. The
corresponding cable lengths can then be read from the graph.
Example:
MP-Bus with 5 x LMV-D3-MP
Total power rating: 5 x 2 W = 10 W
Values read from the graph:
• Cable with wire Ø 0.75 mm2 requires: Cable length 75 m
• Cable with wire Ø 1.0 mm2 requires: Cable length 100 m
• Cable with wire Ø 1.5 mm2 requires: Cable length 130 m
• Cable with wire Ø 2.5 mm2 requires: Cable length 250 m

Bus cable length for local MP master

MP1 MP2 MP8
AC 24V supply

1 GND
5 MP

Maximum length of bus cable AC 24V AC 24V AC 24V

for local AC 24 V supply
L = max. cable length [m]
Wire Ø mm2 L = max. cable length [m]
0.75
If the VAV controllers are supplied locally with AC 24V via a separate transformer, the cable
1.0 800 lengths can be significantly increased. The cable lengths indicated in the table apply regardless
1.5 of the performance data of the connected actuators.

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Control / operating volumetric flow settings

Reference variable and actual volumetric flow in bus mode

In bus mode, the reference variable is specified to the VAV-Compact as a digital signal by the
higher-level system via the MP-Bus. The actual volumetric flow signal and the current damper
position are supplied to this system for display or control functions.

The 0 ... 100% setpoint selected via the MP-Bus is resolved by the min / max setting of the
VAV-Compact controller, i.e.: the
– 0% setpoint corresponds to min volume
– 100% setpoint corresponds to max volume
VAV controller with MP-Bus connection
MP MP
1 Office 1 2
Higher-level system with
MP-Bus interface - -

MP MP
Office 1 3 Office 2 4
MP-Bus Data
Office 2 interface - -
Office 3
MP MP
Office 4 5 Office 3 6
- -
MP-Bus
MP MP
7 Office 4 8
- -

Operating volumetric flow setting min/max

Function Volumetric flow Range

nom Nominal OEM-specific value, depending on the
application and the VAV unit type
max Maximum 20 … 100% of nom
max
Reference signal min Minimum 0 *… 100% of nom
e.g. UK24LON nviRelStpt

* The min must be set to 0% for shut-off operation. For VAV operation, on the other hand, a minimum value
Reference signal Actual volumetric
max nom flow signal higher than the minimum setting limit should be used. See page 14.
e.g. UK24LON nviRelStpt
e.g. UK24LON
nvoActualValue
Open operating volumetric flow setting
The min / max setting can be open if necessary, i.e. the two values can be set to 0 and 100%.
In this case, the volumetric flow must be limited in the higher-level system. This operating setting
allows the limitation of the volumetric flow to be adjusted without altering the parameters on the
Volumetric flow VAV controller.
min [% nom]
Responsibility for the limiting function passes from the OEM to the system supplier or integrator.

Master / slave and parallel control

min
Master / slave control
Example: VAV application with UK24LON The actual volumetric flow is read from the master VAV controller by the higher-level system and
specified to the slave controller as a reference signal.
Parallel control
If the VAV units are operated in parallel, the setpoints for the supply and exhaust air VAV units
are transferred in parallel to the two VAV controllers.

Positive and negative room pressure

If a system with positive or negative room pressure is planned, the room pressure ratio must be
taken into account in the setpoint calculation.

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Bus fail function

Response to bus failure It is possible to specify the response to an MP-Bus failure, essential maintenance work, faults,
etc. on each VAV-Compact controller. This setting can be displayed or changed in PC-Tool
(Version V3.6 or higher).
The following functions are available:
• CLOSED
• min
• max
• OPEN
• Last value (default setting, last setpoint command received from the bus master)

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Sensor integration

Mode of operation An additional sensor or switch can be connected to the VAV-Compact in MP-Bus mode
independently of the VAV control loop. The sensor signal is connected to the reference value
input that is not used in MP-Bus mode (connection 3).
The VAV-Compact then acts as an analogue / digital converter for transmitting the sensor
Signals that can be linked in signal to the higher-level system. This system must know the physical address (which sensor is
• Active sensor with DC 0 … 10 V signal connected to which MP device) and be capable of interpreting the corresponding sensor signal.
• Passive resistance sensor, e.g. Pt1000, Ni1000, If possible, the sensors should be connected using separate cables to prevent compensation
NTC currents. The sensor ground (GND) cable, as a minimum, should be laid separately from the
• Switching contacts
power supply cable over as long a distance as possible.

MP-Bus cycle time Typical value 2 … 8 s

Dependent on the number of connected MP devices and sensors.The cycle time must be taken
into account in the application and / or implementation!

Switching contact connection For external switching contacts with control functions in the higher-level system, e.g. window
switch for energy hold-off when the window is open, light switch (auxiliary contact) for
T ~
AC 24 V
– + DC 24 V MP
occupancy-controlled standby circuit.
The cycle time must be taken into account in the implementation!

Switching contact requirement

The switching contact must be able to accurately switch a current of 16 mA at 24V.
*)
Reference signal Y setting if a switch is connected
MP address:
1 2 3 5 1…8
The VAV-Compact must be set to 2 ... 10 V mode to enable the states of a connected switch to
be evaluated:
T
_
~
Y U
..MV-D3-MP
The setting can be changed with PC-Tool or a ZTH-GEN
+ PC-Tool
ZTH-GEN
See «Settings», page 24.
*) e.g. window contact

Passive sensor connection Passive resistance sensors, e.g: Pt1000, Ni1000, NTC, for open and closed-loop control
functions in the higher-level system, such as a temperature sensor for monitoring the minimum
T ~
AC 24 V
– + DC 24 V MP
room temperature. The cycle time must be taken into account in the implementation!
Reference signal Y setting for passive sensor integration
1)
No special settings are required.

MP address:
1 2 3 5 1…8

T ~
Y U
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
ZTH-GEN

1) Room temperature sensor e.g. Pt1000

Active sensor connection Active 0...10 V sensors for open and closed-loop control functions in the higher-level
T ~
AC 24 V system, such as a humidity or CO2 sensor. The cycle time must be taken into account in the
– + DC 24 V MP
implementation!
Reference signal Y setting for active sensor integration
No special settings are required.
2)
0…10V
T

MP address:
1 2 3 5 1…8

T ~
Y U
_ + ..MV-D3-MP PC-Tool
ZTH-GEN

2) e.g. moisture sensor

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Table of contents
Functional check
Flow chart 44
Analysing faulty behaviour 44
Fault descriptions, symptoms, causes and rectification 45

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Flow chart

Functional check

Possible cause: Possible cause:

No 24 V supply Damper blocked

Press manual pushbutton for Check: Check:

gear disengagement • Is power LED (green) on • Check damper mobility
Reaction: device lit? If not: by means of manual
• Measure power supply in adjustment
Actuator moves to end control cabinet and on VAV- • Correct fault
position Compact
Actuator does not move • Correct fault

Possible cause:
Damper already in end
position
Check:
• Move damper manually into
mid-position
Reaction:
Actuator moves to end
position
Actuator does not move

Functional check Report to manufacturer

Analysing faulty behaviour

Symptoms, causes and rectification

Various fault symptoms, their possible causes and recommended rectification steps are
described below.
Based on past experience, the faulty behaviour is probably due to the settings or control mode
rather than to the air volume controller itself. A structured approach is essential to identify the
most efficient remedy regardless of the particular malfunction:

Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4:

Determine and make a Functional check Compare the faulty • Rectify the fault
note of the actual state behaviour with the • Check the functions
described symptoms

Example:

Actual state Functional check Compare Rectify

Volumetric flow too low Damper 100% and volumetric • Check the supply air fan
Supply air unit (master) flow too low • Rectify the fault
Damper (100%) → open ↕
Exhaust air unit (slave): «Insufficient volumetric flow,
Damper in control range damper open in end position»
Note the state:
– Reference signal w (#3)
6.5 V Cause
– Actual value U5 (#5): 3.5 V
Supply air fan output too low
– Damper position 100%

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Fault descriptions, symptoms, causes and rectification

Insufficient volumetric flow, damper OPEN in end position

Symptom Possible cause Rectification steps
Set volume not reached although damper is Air hoses between pick-up device and Monitoring with ZTH-GEN
100% open (end stop) pressure sensor have been interchanged Connect air hoses correctly. Observe + / –
or are not connected
Fan failure Check the fan, including the control functions,
and rectify the fault
Fire dampers tripped, i.e. closed Check whether all fire and/or shut-off dampers
between the fan and the VAV unit are open
Fan air output too low Check whether all fire and/or shut-off dampers
between the fan and the VAV unit are open
Some or all rooms are often set positively Deactivate override control and/or reduce the
(manually) to maximum volumetric flow when reference signal
the system is started up. Consequence: The
fan is unable to produce the required air output
(simultaneity factor)

Insufficient volumetric flow, master damper OPEN / slave damper CLOSED

Symptom Possible cause Rectification steps
Set volume not reached: VAV units in master / slave connection: Check the fan in the line of the master unit and
• Damper of master unit is open • Master in air shortage situation (fan defective or rectify the fault
• Damper of slave unit is closed OFF), i.e. damper is 100% open
• Slave does not receive reference signal from Check whether all fire and/or shut-off dampers
master because master does not measure between the fan and the master unit are open
actual volume → damper CLOSED

Volumetric flow too high, damper CLOSED

Symptom Possible cause Rectification steps
Set volume not reached and damper closed Current setpoint or min setting corresponds to Increase the min parameter
although reference signal is present differential pressure < 2 Pa. Adjust the reference signal or correct the
Damper closed due to «creep flow suppression» VAV-Compact mode setting
function
Damper closes (0%) instead of opening to VAV-Compact set to 2 … 10 V mode but Change the VAV-Compact mode setting
min value controlled with 0 … 10 V reference signal to 0 … 10 V

Volumetric flow too high, damper OPEN

Symptom Possible cause Rectification steps
Actual volume too high, damper open at end stop Pressure hose squeezed off (jammed) Check the pressure hoses:
– Mark the ± connections
– Pull the pressure hoses off of the VAV-Compact
– Blow through the hose lines
pick-up device, pressure hose or pressure sensor Check the parts and clean them if necessary:
contaminated – Mark the ± connections
– Pull the pressure hoses off of the VAV-Compact
Note: – Clean and blow out the pick-up device
The differential pressure sensor of the – Blow through the hose lines
VAV-Compact does not normally need to be – Blow out the pressure sensor on the
cleaned VAV-Compact and connect the hand pump to
the (minus) connection. Remove any visible dirt
– Mount the pressure hoses
– Carry out a functional check

Volumetric flow too low, damper in control range

Symptom Possible cause Rectification steps
Required volumetric flow not reached Reference signal (DDC, room controller) limited Check the reference signal (DDC, room
by software controller) and adjust the limitation
VAV-Compact set to 2 … 10 V mode but Correct the VAV-Compact mode setting
controlled with 0 … 10 V reference signal

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Fault descriptions, symptoms, causes and rectification (continued)

Volumetric flow too high, damper in control range

Symptom Possible cause Rectification steps
Steady-state deviation of volumetric flow VAV-Compact set to 0 … 10 V mode but Adjust the reference signal or correct the
(too high) relative to reference signal controlled with 2 … 10 V reference signal VAV-Compact mode setting

Positive / negative room pressure, damper in control range

Symptom Possible cause Rectification steps
Undesirable positive or negative pressure in room Clamp loose, turns without spindle driver Check the clamp mounting
Room pressure ratio not set correctly Check the operating volumetric flow setting

Master / slave application with limited operating Check the operating volumetric flow setting. If
volumetric flow setting on slave controller the room pressure is balanced, the slave setting
should be as follows: min 0% / max 100% (for
an identical nominal width and air volume)
Wiring incorrect, VAV units interchanged (master / Check the wiring and correct it if necessary
slave or parallel connection)
Example:
Supply air office a and exhaust air office b
Supply air office b and exhaust air office a
VAV units set to master / slave but controlled in
parallel

Air volume controller does not react to reference signal

Symptom Possible cause Rectification steps
VAV controller adjusts to fixed value and does not 0 / 2 … 10 V reference signal has no reference, Measure the signal between VAV-Compact
react to reference signal changes i.e. ground connection (GND) is missing terminals 1 (GND) and 3 (0 / 2 … 10 V)
Check the wiring and correct it if necessary
Polarity of reference signal and ground (GND) Measure the signal between VAV-Compact
reversed terminals 1 (GND) and 3 (0 / 2 … 10 V)
Check the wiring and correct it if necessary
AC 24 V connection reversed. If several devices Check the wiring and correct it if necessary
are connected to the same AC 24 V transformer,
this connection must be in phase
Operating mode (override control) active Check the controller

Damper does not move

Symptom Possible cause Rectification steps
Damper does not move Clamp loose, turns without spindle driver Check the clamp mounting

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