HVAC PRO for Windows User`s Manual Introduction
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1. Refer to the Microsoft Windows User s Guide for basic Windows operation instructions If you are programming a controller within a Metasys or Companion Network you also must be familiar with the functions and features of Metasys or Companion control systems especially software points and processes The VMA functions with a Metasys Network only You need a general knowledge and understanding of Metasys or Companion terms and concepts This knowledge is important in understanding how to program with HVAC PRO for Windows For this information consult the Metasys Companion Technical Manual FAN 628 1 or the following areas of the Metasys Network Technical Manual FAN 636 Software Architecture Hardware Architecture Software Data Sheets Introduction Introduction 7 8 Introduction Introduction Using a Mouse Mouse Using the Keyboard Keyboard Getting Started This section describes the ways you will navigate through HVAC PRO for Windows You can use a keyboard or a mouse to perform all of the basic operations in Windows However we strongly recommend using a mouse for selecting menu options and moving from window to window as it is the more efficient method Though you will sometimes use the keyboard to type information the mouse is your primary tool for selecting menu options and moving from window to window You will use only the left mouse button Here are a few guidelines for using your mouse If you nee2. HVAC PRO for Windows User s Manual 637 5 Introduction Section MET SYS Technical Bulletin 0598 Issue Date Introduction Introduction Page 3 e Welcome to Configuration Tools 3 e System Requirements 6 e Knowledge Up Front 7 Getting Started 9 e Using a Mouse 9 e Using the Keyboard 9 Indicates those sections where changes have occurred since the last printing 1998 Johnson Controls Inc 1 Code No LIT 6375020 2 Introduction Introduction Welcome to Configuration Tools HVAC PRO for Windows Introduction Welcome to Configuration Tools the software that transforms the way you create control strategies Configuration Tools which includes HVAC PRO for Windows and a graphical tool for DX controllers provides an intuitive and efficient work environment Configuration Tools includes the following components HVAC PRO for Windows ZT PRO LCP Graphic Configuration Tool GX 9100 for Windows Configuration Tool DX Commissioning NDM Configurator XTM Configurator Auxiliary Access ModemPRO HVAC PRO for Windows is the standard Metasys software tool used to create control strategies for the Air Handling Unit AHU Unitary UNT Controller Variable Air Volume VAV Controller Variable Air Volume Modular Assembly VMA Phoenix PHX Fume Hood N2 Dialer Module NDM and Terminal Controller TC devices as well as Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM applications see Table 1 It is an effici
3. T 6364090 is located in the System 9100 Technical Manual FAN 636 4 after the Network Communications tab XTM documentation is located in the System 9100 Technical Manual FAN 636 4 after the XTM XPx tab ModemPRO enables you to set up modems and is installed automatically as part of Configuration Tools More information is available in ModemPRO online Help Auxiliary Access is described in the Controller Access Technical Bulletin LIT 6364013 in this manual This manual describes how to create edit upload commission and download control strategies with HVAC PRO for Windows It is split into several sections Introduction This section describes HVAC PRO for Windows system requirements required knowledge an overview of basic HVAC PRO for Windows screen components and procedures to get you started Configuration Tools software installation and controller access capabilities Using HVAC PRO for Windows This section describes the basic sequences and procedures you need to perform to create controls strategies and use other features of HVAC PRO for Windows Controller Application Sections AHU UNT VAV VMA TC These sections describe the various HVAC PRO for Windows applications you can use Zone Terminal This section describes what you need to know to configure the Zone Terminal for the AHU UNT VAV or PHX N2 Dial This section describes what you need to know to configure and commission the N2 Dialer applicatio
4. and or MM CVT101 n This hardware is optional but highly recommended a Windows supported printer a Windows supported mouse A mouse dramatically increases controller configuration speed and allows you to take full advantage of HVAC PRO for Windows graphical configuration strategy HVAC PRO for Windows requires the following software Configuration Tools program diskettes Microsoft Windows 3 1 or Windows 95 Use HVAC PRO for Windows to configure and commission all AHU UNT VAV VMA PHX NDM and TC controllers 6 Introduction Introduction Knowledge Up Front HVAC Controls PC Operation Windows Features Controller Products The areas of knowledge and skill you must have to use HVAC PRO for Windows effectively are HVAC controls PC operations Windows features and the specific controller you are programming To program with HVAC PRO for Windows you must know the basic concepts and methods of HVAC control for commercial buildings Also you need to become familiar with the required control sequences before writing control strategies with HVAC PRO for Windows The more familiar you are with the control needs the easier it is to program with HVAC PRO for Windows To use HVAC PRO for Windows you must have basic personal computer skills and knowledge of directories and files To use HVAC PRO for Windows you must know the basic concepts and methods of Windows features such as windows icons and pull down menus
5. d more information on using a mouse with Windows please see your Microsoft Windows manual Table 2 Using the Mouse Poin Move the pointer so ts ip resis onthe item youwantioselect Dag Hold down the left mouse button while moving the pointer Double click Quickly click the left mouse button twice To select an item means to click on it Selected items appear highlighted or in reverse video To deselect an item select another item If you are electing to use only a keyboard you should know the keyboard shortcuts A keyboard shortcut is a single keystroke or combination of keystrokes that execute acommand Table 3 lists the keyboard shortcuts Table 3 Keyboard Shortcuts Keys sd Function S O Tab Nowtothenertfed Open the Start menu in Windows 95 FiO sd Move to the Menu bar Introduction Introduction 9 Notes 10 Introduction Introduction Notes Introduction Introduction 11 JDEAHNSON CONTRSLS Controls Group 507 E Michigan Street P O Box 423 Milwaukee WI 53201 12 Introduction Introduction Notes FAN 637 5 HVAC PRO for Windows User s Manual Release 7 00 Printed in U S A
6. ent easy to use programming tool for application engineers system representatives and facility operators See the Hardware Requirements section of this technical bulletin for more information To learn more about controller features refer to Controller Access Technical Bulletin LIT 6364013 in this manual To learn more about OEM applications refer to the OEM tab in this manual and to Phoenix Laboratory and Fume Hood Interface LIT 6375005 in this manual Introduction Introduction 3 ZT PRO LCP Graphical Configuration Tool GX 9100 for Windows Configuration Tool Table 1 OEM Applications Listing in HVAC PRO OEM Applications York Rooftop Phoenix Fume Hood Reciprocating Chiller McQuay Chiller McQuay Global Chiller WaterFurnace York VAV Rooftop Pomona Air Screw Chiller Lennox Rooftop Lennox TCB19 What HVAC PRO for Windows Provides Use HVAC PRO for Windows to configure control strategies which contain software points and processes A software point represents and characterizes a field device such as an Analog Input or a data point such as a Binary Data point A process is a set of logical evaluations that determine when to perform an action such as when to turn on a supply fan or enable a chiller HVAC PRO for Windows translates each process into a process object which is downloaded to and executed by the controller In addition to configuration utilities HVAC PRO for Windows provides features t
7. n Appendix This section contains sideloop applications VAV controller flow calculation constants and HVAC PRO for Windows modules OEM This section describes what you need to know to use the Reciprocating Chiller the York 25 Ton VAV Rooftop Unit and the WaterFurnace Water Source Heat Pump applications The Phoenix Laboratory and Fume Hood Technical Bulletin is in the front of this manual before the Introduction tab Introduction Introduction 5 System Requirements Hardware Requirements Hardware Options Software Requirements HVAC PRO for Windows Controller Compatibility Before you use HVAC PRO for Windows your Operator Workstation or standalone PC requires the following hardware and software HVAC PRO for Windows requires the following hardware a personal computer with the Intel 80386 or higher processor for graphing applications 1 Mb of memory 640K of conventional memory and 256K of extended memory 2 Mb of memory are strongly recommended a hard drive with approximately 20 Mb of available disk space while Windows is running Note If you install any of the DOS based products packaged with HVAC PRO for Windows you will need additional space See the Configuration Tools Software Installation Instructions in this manual one diskette drive 1 44 Mb high density 3 5 inch a designated RS 232 port COM1 or COM2 for communicating with controllers an interface to field hardware AS CBLPRO n
8. o upload upgrade download and commission controllers For VMA devices you can use the download feature to upgrade the controller firmware code These utilities are described in detail later in this document HVAC PRO for Windows is easy to use and quickly learned Once you know the basics you ll quickly move from window to window efficiently programming your controller ZT PRO software is part of Configuration Tools and must be installed at the same time as HVAC PRO for Windows software ZT PRO is described in this manual after the Zone Terminal tab in the Zone Terminal Technical Bulletin LIT 6375140 The LCP Graphical Configuration tool is used to configure and download Lab and Central Plant LCP controllers LCP documentation is located in the System 9100 Technical Manual FAN 636 4 after the LCP tab The GX 9100 Software Configuration Tool for Windows User s Guide LIT 6364060 is located in the System 9100 Technical Manual FAN 636 4 after the DX 9100 and XT 9100 tab in the Programming and Commissioning section 4 Introduction Introduction DX Commissioning NDM Configurator XTM Configurator ModemPRO Auxiliary Access About This Manual The DX Commissioning Using the Point Template Program User s Guide LIT 6364080 is located in the System 9100 Technical Manual FAN 636 4 after the DX 9100 and XT 9100 tab in the Programming and Commissioning section The NDM Configurator Application Note LI
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