FAQ's MAXinBOX Hospitality

Can I connect different electrical phases in the actuator outputs?

Yes, the only restriction is that different phases must not be connected into the same clamp or terminal block as the small distance between the connectors in the clamp might generate an electrical arch between phases with the consequent danger entailed.

Different connection posibilities are detailed below:

- MAX 6 -> Different phases can be connected in the outputs as long as one of them is connected into the A or B channels and the other one into channel C.

- QUATRO -> Different phases can be connected in the outputs as long as one of them is connected into the A channel and the other one into channel B.

- CLASSIC -> No different phases can be connected in this case, as the device has an only clamp for channels A & B.

- MAXinBOX16 ->  Different phases can be connected in the outputs as long as they are connected to different terminal block.

- MAXinBOX8, MAXinBOX 8 Plus y MAXinBOX 16 Plus  ->  Different phases can be connected in the outputs without restrictions.

- MAXinBOX66 ->  Different phases can be connected in the outputs without restrictions.

MINiBOX 45 y MINiBOX 25 -> Different phases can be connected in the outputs without restrictions.

What are the devices that can be controlled by the actuators?

Any electronic device needing the opening/closing of a relay for its control, i.e: light points, shutters, clima, .....

When controlling the same light from more than one switch, the status indicator is not updated in all the switches. What is wrong?

To switch on/off  properly a light form several points it is important to notice that the outputs and the inputs statuses must be linked together, by doing that, the inputs that have not make the control are updated with the output status. 

Which shutter motors are the suitable ones to be used with Zennio actuators?

Zennio shutter controllers are designed to work with 3 wire motors: neutral, rising movement and lowering movement.

It is possible to control continuous current shutters (12VDC/24VDC) with polarity inversion using the shutter adaptors Shutter Coupler 1CH and 2CH together with the usual shutter actuator.

Is it possible to connect several blinds to one output channel of an actuator?

Connect more than one blind engine per channel, though possible, is not recommended at all.
The motor windings generate induced currents that can cause a erratic behavior of the motors.

What actuators outputs are suitable for capacitive loads: low-energy lamps, fluorescent lights?

Capacitive loads can be connected to the outputs:

• 3 and 4 of ACTinBOX CLASSIC-HYBRID from serial number 09AAD001
• any output of ACTinBOX  QUATRO
• any output of MAXinBOX 16
• any output of MAXinBOX 8
• any output of MAXinBOX 66

Never connect capacitive loads to the outputs of a ACTinBOX MAX6.

Fluorescent lights and energy saving lamps usually use capacitive electronic transformers. In these cases, you should follow the recommendations described above.

I have an actuator and the outputs do not work or they behave strange

Check that you have downlaoded the last version of the application program available at our website. If so, contact our Technical Support.

How can I test the outputs withouth programming it with ETS?

ACTinBOX CLASSIC-HYBRID, QUATRO and MAX6 allow controlling their outputs with IR remote controller (Not included; Ref. ZN1IRZ38) when they are in programming mode (red programming LED lighting). WARNING: Do not activate two relays of a shutter channel at the same time or the shutter motor could be damaged.

MAXinBOX16, MAXinBOX8 and MAXinBOX66 allow manual control of their outputs with the push buttons on their enclosure. If the programming button is pressed during 3 seconds, the device will enter test mode (green LED lights) and it will not send status communication objects to bus (it will also ignore KNX orders). 

Which Zennio devices include binary inputs?

Z41 Pro includes two inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

Z41 Lite includes two inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

ZAS o Roll-ZAS includes two inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types switch/sensor. 

Z38 y Z38i includes four inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

Square TMD-Display includes two inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

Square TMD includes two inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

TMD-Display includes two inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

Touch-My Design Plus includes two inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

MAXinBOX 66 includes six inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

MINiBOX 45 includes four inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

MINiBOX 25 includes two inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

ACTinBOX CLASSIC y ACTinBOX CLASSIC-HYBRID includes six inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

DIMinBOX 2CH includes two inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

MAXinBOX Hospitality includes six inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

MAXinBOX FC 0-10V FAN includes four inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

MAXinBOX FC 0-10V VALVE includes four inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

QUAD includes four inputs that can be configured as binary inputs of types push button or switch/sensor. 

Differences between Push button and Switch/Sensor inputs

A push button connected to an input consists of a device, which allows, or not, the current flow while this is being pushed; in normal conditions, push buttons contacts are always open (NO) or closed (NC). This event is a pulsation and the time it lasts, threshold time. Depending on the “Threshold Time” it can be distinguished two different actions:

• Short press
• Long press

A Switch/Sensor connected to an input, consists of an electrical mechanism which may have its contacts open or closed under normal conditions. These mechanisms don’t recover their normal position automatically as with the push button. A transition of a digital signal from low/high/low is called "Edge".

• Falling edge: Closed contact to Open Contact.
• Rising edge: Open contact to Closed Contact.

What type of contacts can be connected on the binary inputs?

Binary inputs of Zennio devices are voltage free contacts. They can be individually configured and each of them can be connected to a push buttons and/or a switch/sensors.

Can I connect several push buttons in parallel in the same input?

Yes, inputs are voltage free, so there is no problem in connecting several push buttons in parallel.

Why do I have to press twice over an input for the output to react?

This is an issue related with the status update of the input. It will be necessary to update the inputs with the status of the corresponding output that is activated by the input. The object of the input should be linked, not only to the group address that activates the output, but also to the group address where the status of that output is sent.

What is the maximum length allowed for the wiring of the digital inputs?

The wiring of the digital inputs can be extended up to 30 meters using a cable with a section between 0.15 mm2 and 1 mm2.

What is the difference between motion detectors P (ZN1IO-DETEC-P) and X (ZN1IO-DETEC-X)?

The only difference is that the motion detector P has a built-in luminosity sensor and it allows to constraint the detection based on the luminosity level detected in the room. The motion detector X has no luminosity sensor.

Can I connect a motion sensor different from DETECT-P/X to an device  input configured as motion sensor?

Zennio devices with inputs configurable as sensor motion have been designed to work together with the motion sensor DETEC-P and DETEC-X

We can’t guarantee the proper working of a different motion sensor connected to a Zennio device input configured as motion sensor, thus, when using a different motion sensor, the input must be configured as binary switch, and the sensor motion must send the detection using a free potential contact.

To which Zennio devices can I connect a motion detector?

Motion detectors can be connected to Zennio devices with analog-digital inputs.

If you do not know if your Zennio device allows the motion detector connection, just look into the device website and you will find that information in the product datasheet.

If the device allows the connection of a motion sensor,  at its website tools section you will find the motion sensor manual.

In the following table you can check all Zennio devices with analog-digital inputs

How can I know the position where the micro switch must be placed (Type A/B)?

Depending on the device where the motion sensor is connected, the micro switch must be placed at the position A or B. To know which position corresponds to your device, it is necessary to check the device datasheet to which the motion sensor will be connected.

 How many sensors can I connect into the same input?

Up to two different sensors can be connected in parallel to the same motion sensor input, as long as at least one of them has the luminosity sensor switch in the OFF position. This is achieved using the micro-switch located on the back of the device. For further information please refer to the motion sensor datasheet.

 Do I need an external power supply for the sensor?

No, you just need to connect it to the inputs of the devices allowing its control

 What is the detection area covered by a Zennio motion sensor?

This feature depends critically on the location of the device. In particular, for a detector located in the ceiling of a room, the detection area can be doubled if you double the height at which it is placed. For further information, consult the motion sensor datasheet.

 How should I install the motion sensor to get the most of its functionality?

In the Motion Sensor area, you can download the Installation Note that includes installation tips to find the most suitable place to be placed.

 How is the luminosity level measured by the sensor sent to the bus? (Only ZN1IO-DETEC-P)

The sensor sends a luminosity level in the range [1.....100] through a 1 byte Communication Objet. In any case this is a a 2 bytes object with the value measured in LUXES.

 Can we cancel the LED blinking everytime there is a detection?

Yes, using the micro switch at the rear of the device.

What is the maximum length allowed for the wiring of the analogue inputs?

The wiring of the analogue inputs can be extended up to 30 meters using a cable with a section between 0.15 mm2 and 1 mm2.

The luminosity sensor does not measure correctly. (Only ZN1IO-DETEC-P)

Check if the microswitch number 2 is placed in the correct position. You can find this information in the data sheet of the device to which it is connected.

To which Zennio devices can I connect a temperature probe?

Temperature probes can be connected to Zennio devices with analog-digital inputs. To know if a device has analog-digital inputs, look into its datasheet.

In the following table you can check all Zennio devices with analog-digital inputs

What is the max cable length of the temperature probes?

The probe cable length provided by Zennio is 1.5 meters, however, this can be enlarged by means of a cable with similar characteristics up to a maximum of 30 meters.

What is the resistance value of the temperature probe at 25°?

The resistance value at 25°C is 6,8 kΩ

What are the valid measurement ranges for the temperature probes?

The following ranges are valid for the probes:

• Epoxi probe: [-30ºC........+90ºC]
• Steel probe: [-30ºC........+125ºC]

What is the appropriate probe in my installation?

It depends on the desired temperature range and the place where the probe will be placed.
As described in the previous question, steel probes have a broader range of measurement and are ready to work in more extreme environments than epoxy probes.

What is the temperature probe precision when it is used in QUAD?

Can I use temperature probes different from the supplied by Zennio?

Zennio devices were designed to operate according to the characteristics of our temperature probes. We can only guarantee the proper working of the device with Zennio probes.

How can I install a temperature probe into a narrow plastic pipe?

Use a T-shaped piece, take advantage of the new outlet to install a thermowell and now you will be able to place inside our steel temperature probe ZN1AC-NTC68S.

How can I hide the ambient temperature probe on the wall?

Install a conventional mounting box and uses a cable outlet cap. Place the temperature probe so that only its measuring end is seen. In this case we recommend using our epoxy resin probes ZN1AC-NTC68E and ZN1AC-NTC68F.

Welche Zennio-Produkte beinhalten logische Funktionen?

• Aktoren (alle): MAXinBOX SHUTTER 8CH, MAXinBOX SHUTTER 4CH, MAXinBOX 16 Plus, MAXinBOX 16, MAXinBOX 8 Plus, MAXinBOX 8, MAXinBOX 66, MINiBOX 45, MINiBOX 25, ACTinBOX MAX 6, ACTinBOX QUATRO, ACTinBOX Classic Hybrid.
• Beleuchtung: DIMinBOX 2CH
• Klima: MAXinBOX Hospitality, MAXinBOX FANCOIL 4CH2P, MAXinBOX FANCOIL 2CH2P, MAXinBOX FC 0-10V FAN, MAXinBOX FC 0-10V VALVE, HeatingBOX 230V 8X, KLIC-DD, KLIC-DI Sky, ACTinBOX MAX 6 Fan Coil y ACTinBOX QUATRO Fan Coil.
• KNX Energiesparer: KES.

Wird der Wert einer internen Variablen zwischen verschieden Aufrufen von logischen Funktionen gespeichert?

Ja, wird sie. Der Wert der Variablen wird auch bei Spannungsausfall gespeichert und kann ebenfalls in verschiedenen logischen Funktionen verwendet werden.

Ist es möglich, mehrere logische Funktionen zu verketten, um komplexe Problematiken zu lösen?

Ja, dies ist möglich. Falls das gleiche Objekt genutzt wird, um mehrere Funktionen auszulösen, werden diese in einer Sequenz ausgeführt und es ist ebenfalls möglich, Werte von einer Funktion zu einer anderen weiterzugeben, indem man interne Variablen nutzt.

Can I use the same Logical Function variables in different operations?

Yes, this is possible; just have on mind that the value stored in the variable changes when executing any operation in which it is involved, and this inevitably will affect the rest of operations using this same variable.

All my Group Address associations with the Logical Function Communication objects disappeared. What happened?

This happens in the modules of 5 logical functions, where you need to input the number of Total Data Entry objects of each type in parameters. If you need to increase those parameters of Total Data entry objects onces you have made all the Logical Function Group Address associations, you will lose those associations.

WE ALWAYS RECOMMEND to define some more additional objects than the strictly necessary in the Logical Functions, as a later redefinition involves the deletion of the possible Group Address associations already made, with the consequent loss of time when having to associate them again.

In the modules of 10 logical functions, each Data Entry is enabled independently, avoiding the lose of associations when you need a different number of Data Entry objects.

Inputs number and type of each Zennio device.

Zennio devices have two input types :

-       Binary inputs: to connect push buttons/switches.

-       Analog-digital inputs: to connect motion sensors or temperature probes. Also configurable as binary inputs.

*Inputs not available for luminosity sensor functionality.