CXM2 Communicating Controls
The CXM2 Communicating Controls is a microprocessor-based heat pump controller designed for maximum application flexibility, featuring relay outputs for various components, onboard diagnostics with status LEDs, and a robust communication interface via an RS-485 port. It supports multiple safety features, configurable inputs and outputs, and can control up to three units from a single thermostat, making it an advanced solution for efficient heating and cooling management.
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Features
Standard Features
- Microprocessor-based heat-pump controller for advanced application flexibility.
- Relay outputs for Compressor, Reversing Valve, Alarm Relay, and configurable Fan relay.
- On-board diagnostics with two LEDs for status indication.
- Inputs for safety-pressure switches, low-temperature protection thermistors, condensate-overflow sensor, DIP switch selection inputs, thermostat inputs, pump feedback, and emergency-shutdown input.
- RS-485 communications port for interfacing with communicating thermostats or other controls.
- Operating environment: -40°F to 176°F (-40°C to 80°C) with up to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing.
- Power requirements: Normally 5VA draw at 24VAC, maximum 10VA draw at 24VAC.
- Single-compressor control with anti-short cycle protection and multiple safety cutouts.
- Configurable inputs and outputs for advanced functions, with history storage of last five faults.
- Master/slave thermostat control capability for up to three units.
Configurable Options
- Microprocessor-based heat-pump controller for maximum application flexibility
- Relay outputs for Compressor, Reversing Valve, Alarm Relay, and configurable relay for Fan
- Inputs for safety-pressure switches, low-temperature protection thermistors, condensate-overflow sensor, and thermostat inputs
- Configurable temperature-sensor inputs available for compressor discharge, leaving air, leaving water, and entering-water temperature sensors
- RS-485 communications port for interfacing with communicating thermostats or other controls
- Operating environment: -40°F to 176°F (-40°C to 80°C) with up to 95% relative humidity
- Power requirements: Normally 5VA draw at 24VAC; maximum 10VA draw at 24VAC
- Compressor Relay rated for 40VA at 24VAC; Alarm Relay for 28VA at 24VAC
- Single-compressor control with anti-short cycle protection and multiple blower configuration options
- Advanced features include auxiliary shutdown capability, configurable inputs and outputs, and master/slave thermostat control of up to three units
Performance Specifications
Performance specifications not applicable to this product.Resources
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