Auto-Zone Control Systems Zoning Design Guide (Version 01B) - Manual (Page 6)

6 Auto-Zone Systems
Zoning Design Guide
Why Should I Use Auto-Zone?
Auto-Zone is a proven system with a long history of
successful installations. Our systems have been refined
over the years with the help of feedback from people in
the field who work and live with these systems on a
daily basis. Our success is greatly due to the fact that
we have implemented changes and enhancements based on real world experience not from tinkering with equip-
ment in an isolated lab environment. This real world
approach provides engineers, contractors, and end us-
ers with a zone control system that is efficient, reliable,
and most importantly, keeps the customers comfortable!
What Is Unique About Auto-Zone?
Auto-Zone is unique because it has many features not
found on other systems. These features include
Non-Proprietary Design
Auto-Zone will work on any manufacturers HVAC
equipment that will accept a standard thermostat con-
nection. This protects the end user from being locked in
to one source for service and support. In addition, Auto-
Zone Systems include very comprehensive documenta-
tion, which was written in a format specifically for a
“non-controls technician”. Because the manuals are so
user friendly, it prevents the end user from being
“locked-in” to one contractor for service. Any new con-
tractor needs only a copy of the system manual to have
as much technical information as any previous contrac-
tor.
Pre-Engineered Software
System design, software, and documentation has already
been done for you. This eliminates the costly expense
usually associated with conventional DDC systems,
making the Auto-Zone system more competitive and
easier to install and operate.
One System for Zoned or Single Zone
Systems
Not only does Auto-Zone provide a networked zone
control system for one or multiple zoned HVAC units,
you can also connect individual single zone units to the
system eliminating the need to use programmable ther-
mostats.
Easy to Configure
Since Auto-Zone components are grouped into pack-
ages, configuring a system has been simplified. This
reduces the chance of ordering errors and makes sys-
tem layout effortless!
User Friendly Set Up
Since the Auto-Zone comes with menu driven, fill in
the blank programming, system setup is simple. The
system manual takes you step by step through the set
up process. Default parameter values are programmed
into permanent memory so the system can be opera-
tional at start-up. Specialized training is not required.