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Control Type
Serial / RS-232 / RS-485 Controllable
HVAC Product Type
Automation Control Systems
Zone Controllers
Thermostat Types
Programmable
Remotely Controllable
Compatibility
Serial - RS-232
Serial - RS-485
Ease of Installation
Advanced (Installs > 60 minutes)
Brand
Research Products Corporation
The Thermostat of Choice for HVAC Automation
Aprilaire Communicating Thermostat
Aprilaire® Communicating Thermostat

Communicating Thermostat
3 customer ratings: Customers rated this product 5 Stars
Item# 3020T
Price: $279.99
Expected in Stock: 12/4/2009 - Notify Me
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Overview

  • Compatible with virtually all major home control systems
  • Message center allows you to receive messages from your home control system
  • Easy-to-read, backlit displays
  • Powered by thermostat wiring line current, no batteries required

Essential Info

Easily integrate heating and cooling into your home control system with the Aprilaire® Communicating Thermostat, your key to simple HVAC automation. As always, Aprilaire is compatible with all major home control systems, but now one thermostat controls all types of HVAC equipment, eliminating guesswork. In addition, each unit has a Message Center display that opens up new possibilities for enhancing your system. The message center not only simplifies setup and addressing, it can also display custom messages generated by your home control system for total ease of use.

Manuals/Software

What's Included

  • Thermostat
  • Instructions
  • More Info


    One Thermostat For All Equipment
    Thermostat selection is simple, assuring the correct thermostat for the job every time. The Aprilaire Communicating Thermostat is compatible with virtually any type of system, including single-stage or multi-stage, heat/ cool systems or heat pumps. It also works with heating and cooling systems having separate power supplies. The HVAC Distribution Panel for the Communicating Thermostat System Controller is a switch-controlled communication bus that can be wired to eight Aprilaire Communicating Thermostats, thus allowing thermostat communication to be turned on and off at one convenient location.

    Control the Heat From Your Computer
    Manage comfort and control the energy costs that heating and cooling represent with the System Controller (sold separately). The System Controller connects to your distribution panel and computer, and its intuitive interface allows you to establish individual thermostat schedules and set basic system-wide settings.

    Convenient Message Center
    A convenient alphanumeric display provides simple setup and addressing through menu-driven options. The message center can also be used by a home automation system to display virtually any type of system information, including security system status, weather conditions, HVAC servicing alerts, Caller ID information, system status, etc. The Message Center window consists of 2 lines of up to 16 characters, and it comes with scroll buttons that allow you to scroll through menu selections.

    Elegant Backlighting
    Full backlighting of both displays eliminates the inconvenience of viewing in dimly lit spaces. This feature is user-selectable to turn on based on light level or any time there is a button pressed.

    Large, Easy-to-Read Display
    The large main display assures you can easily view set points, outdoor/ remote temperature, fan status and the network communications at a glance. The main display provides all information about the comfort settings and current conditions, including room temperature, mode of operation, heat/cool set points, fan ON or AUTO, remote or outdoor temperature (with optional sensor), relative humidity (with optional sensor) and more.

    Integrated Communication Card
    The Aprilaire Communicating Thermostat has an integrated communication card, which simplifies wiring, reduces components and extends the wire run distance to as much as 4,000 feet from the distribution panel wiring bus. Addressing each thermostat is now done in the message center through the setup menus.

    Also Works in Standalone Operation
    As always, the Aprilaire Communicating Thermostat provides you with peace of mind as a standalone controller, whether or not the computer controller or automation system is up and running.

    Specifications



    Specifications

    Manufacturer:Aprilaire
    Manufacturer Product No.:8870
    UPC:686720887000
    Dimensions:5.01" H x 5.52" W x 1.15" D
    Power:Control Voltage: 24 VAC +/- 20%;
    Switched Voltage: 18- 30 VAC;
    Maximum Operating Current: 2.0A total at rated voltage, through all outputs/1.0A through any one output;
    Maximum Surge Current: 2.0A
    Temperature:Control Accuracy: +/- 1.0 F;
    Control Range: 40 to 90 F;
    Operating Range: 32 to 99 F
    Humidity:Control Range: 10- 90% ± 5% (with optional sensor);
    comfort range: 10- 45% ± 3%;
    HVAC terminals: RH, RC, W1, W2, Y1, Y2, G, O, B
    Communication Terminals:Transit terminals: A+, A-; Receive terminals: B+, B-
    Warranty:2 years, limited


    Reviews

    "Easy to install and setup." - ERIC - RICHMOND, VA
    "These thermostats look great and communicate well with the home automation system we installed. An installation note to consider is that you will need to run an ethernet cable from the thermostat back to the distribution panel or whatever automation system you choose. This can be tricky in pre-existing homes." - JAMES - APEX, NC

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