Orion System Zoning - Manual (Page 8)

8 Orion Systems
Zoning Design Guide
Why Should I Use Orion?
Orion system was designed using proven technology
with a long history of successful installations. Our sys-
tems 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 equipment in an isolated lab envi-
ronment. This real world approach provides engineers,
contractors, and end users with a control system that is
efficient, reliable, and most importantly, keeps the cus-
tomers comfortable!
What Is Unique About Orion?
Orion is unique because it has many features not found
on other systems. These features include
Integration with Existing Equipment
The Orion HVAC unit controller is usually factory in-
stalled by AAON
. However, if you have a job with
new AAON equipment being installed and you would
like to tie in existing AAON
 or other manufacturers
HVAC equipment to the system, the Orion controllers
are designed to work with any manufacturers HVAC
equipment that will accept a standard thermostat con-
nection. Another value added feature is that the Orion
controllers include very comprehensive documentation,
which was written in a format specifically for a “non-
controls technician”. All setup and configuration pro-
cedures are simple and easy to implement.
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 Orion system more competitive and easier
to install and operate.
One Controller for VAV, Zoned or Single
Zone CAV Systems
The VAV/CAV unit controller can be field configured
for VAV, zoning or constant volume applications.Not
only does Orion provide a networked zone control sys-
tem for one or multiple VAV or zoned HVAC units, you
can also connect individual CAV (constant volume)
single zone units the system eliminating the need to
use programmable thermostats. Add-on devices are
available which can control lighting, exaust fans, boil-
ers and other building equipment on the same controls
system.
User Friendly Set Up
Since the Orion comes with menu driven, fill in the
blank programming, system setup is simple. The sys-
tem manual takes you step by step through the set up
process. Default parameter values are programmed into
permanent memory so the system can be operational at
start-up. Specialized training is not required.