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Venstar’s New Voyager Residential and Commercial Thermostats Deliver the Latest in Connectivity for Indoor Climate Control


Debuting at CES, Venstar’s Voyager thermostats are priced to fi t any budget.


Voyager’s rich feature set enables users to reduce energy costs with local or remote operation via “Internet of Things” Wi-Fi, ZigBee and Z-Wave


Venstar®, a leading thermostat and energy management systems supplier, today announced the availability of its new value-priced Voyager line of residential and commercial thermostats. The new Voyager thermostats are debuting at CES at the ZigBee Alliance in the Home Automa- tion Pavilion (Booth #71023, Sands Convention Center) and the Z-Wave Alliance Pavilion (Booth #21000, Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall 1).


“Ease of use and affordability are big factors for today’s business and residential owners — especially for those manag- ing temperature and energy usage in multiple locations,” said Steve Dushane, presi- dent and CEO of Venstar Inc. “Venstar’s new line of Voyager thermostats puts the latest in fully featured, connected indoor comfort control within reach.” Voyager offers users con- nectivity and the conve-


nience of rich features in seven new models, each with its own set of features and affordable price points. The new Voyager thermostats are scheduled to be available in the fi rst quarter of 2015 through a network of distributors with tens of thousands of contractors throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.


Optional wireless modules include Wi-Fi®, Zig- Bee and Z-Wave, making the Voyager the most fl ex- ible and affordable thermostat solution for Internet of Things. Users can access their thermostats via Apple®, Android™ and BlackBerry® devices using the Venstar Skyport™ Cloud Services mobile app. The free mobile app enables users to create an account and then set up and control their thermo- stats directly from their mobile devices. Using the Skyport Cloud Services mobile application on their smartphones or tablet computers, users can access their Voyager thermostats to remotely control their energy usage and reduce energy costs from any location at any time. Venstar Voyager commercial and residential thermostats are compatible with gas, electric or heat pump HVAC systems, including multi-stage systems.


Features include: • Large, easy-to-read display with: • Scrolling information for easy setup • Adjustable backlight intensity • Backlit, color-coded buttons and legends • Bi-color LED that indicates a heating or cooling demand


• Choice of Fahrenheit or Celsius display • Display that can show dealer name, phone number and service alerts • Choice of English, Spanish or French • HVAC system integration, including: • Dry contact input • Outdoor sensor ready • Compatibility with condensate overfl ow warning systems by showing a lockout compressor message on the display


February 2015


Model T4900SCH has unique programming and security capabilities specifi cally designed for the classroom.


For more information about Venstar’s Voyager thermostats, please visit: http://www.venstar.com/ Thermostats/


For product videos, visit: http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=H8reHhhLdMQ Email: sales@venstar.com Telephone: 818-812- 9930. Visit Venstar: www.venstar.com


Panasonic Introduces Compact and Efficient Vertical Air Handlers


MVA Vertical Air Handlers Offer More Precise Air Control with Optional Electric Heater


• Keypad Lock • Non-volatile memory • Wi-Fi, ZigBee and Z-Wave capable with optional accessory


ready


There are three models of Voyager residen- tial thermostats, all of which feature “Simple as You Want” operation with a choice of 7-day, 5+2 day or 1-day programming. Model T3700 features 2 heat, 1 cool stages. Model T3800 features 4 heat, 1 cool stages plus control to monitor a second temperature sensor, set point limiting and smart recovery. Model T3900 is dual fuel capable, controls hu-


midifi cation/dehumidifi cation and lockout auxiliary heat based on outdoor temperature. There are three models of Voyager commercial thermostats, plus a model designed specifi cally for the school environment, all of which are Title 24 compliant and offer Random Start functionality. Model T4700 is non-programmable and features 2-heat and 2-cool functionality with set point limit- ing.


Model T4800 features “Simple as You Want” op- eration with a choice of 7-day, 5+1+1 day or 1-day programming with up to three occupied periods per day. Model T4900 includes all of the T4800 features plus the ability to control or monitor a second temperature sensor, controls humidifi cation/dehumidifi cation, and Energy Watch functionality.


NexRev Inc. Announces DrivePak Advanced Rooftop Control New Version Combines Fan Control, Ventilation and Integrated Economizer Control


NexRev Inc., a leading manufacturer of per- formance-improving energy efficiency upgrades for HVAC equipment, re- cently announced the availabil- ity of DrivePak™ Advanced Rooftop Control (ARC), an expanded model of the company’s DrivePak HVAC retrofi t upgrade incorporat- ing advanced controls that allow customers to further capitalize the savings from DrivePak as well as addi- tional prescriptive energy rebates and incentives. By incorporating inte- grated economizer control and CO2 Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) with their


widely popular DrivePak™ load-matching fan speed control, DrivePak ARC further optimizes energy savings and indoor air quality. Built-in Fault Detec- tion further addresses a common problem related to failed or non-functioning economizer equip- ment, providing notifi cation of abnormal behavior


or malfunctioning equipment. Older units become more effi cient and can be updated to meet standards set for new rooftop unit equipment.


“Energy rebates and incentives vary from state to state, and by engineering and manufacturing products that meet and exceed the most stringent effi ciency standards, NexRev can best serve our nationwide retail, commercial, industrial and municipal customer base,” Kenneth Smith, NexRev CEO, said. “NexRev is continually innovating new products and solutions that enable our customers to achieve exceptional energy effi ciency levels; the advanced controls that make up DrivePak ARC facilitate greater energy savings while improving rebate and incentive


options.” DrivePak ARC is the newest addition to NexRev’s DrivePak family of upgrades for existing equipment using Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) technology. It joins the DrivePak APPLIED product release earlier this year which expands the product application to include chilled/hot water HVAC systems.


• Automated Demand Response (ADR)


Panasonic Heating & Air Conditioning group introduces its new MVA Vertical Air Handler with benefi ts beyond expecta- tion for contractors and end users alike. Now available online through the Pana- sonic dealer network, the Panasonic MVA Vertical Air Handler is eco-friendly and offers installation fl ex- ibility, quiet operation and integrated fi lter racks that help contribute to overall indoor air quality. “Offering ease of installa- tion and enhanced energy effi ciencies, the Vertical Air Handler was built with contractors and end users in mind and will provide users with a customizable home heating option,” said Malcolm Persaud, Panasonic Heating & Air Condition- ing Group Senior Manager of Business Development. “Designed with Panasonic’s highest level of quality standards, we are excited to offer our customers the opportunity to purchase one of the quietest and most robust systems in the industry.”


The MVA provides benefi ts beyond expectation for contractors and end


For buildings requiring simultaneous heating and cooling, Panasonic’s Vertical Air Handler system pro- vides the perfect solution. Filter racks are integrated into the Vertical Air Handler, keeping the blower clean and contributing to indoor air quality. Filters protect heating and cooling units from any damage and contribute to product longevity. In addition to protecting the product, fi lters also keep pollutants and allergens from entering the home through air recirculating inside. For those who have concerns with asthma or high sensitivity to allergens, high effi ciency fi lters are available and compatible with Panasonic’s Vertical Air Handler.


Many users wish to remotely control the heating and cooling of their homes. Panasonic’s Vertical Air Handler can be integrated wirelessly with web con- nection on any Apple or Android device. This allows homeowners to control the heating and cooling inside their homes from work or while traveling away from the home. The MVA Vertical Air Handler is an ideal build- ing solution for contractors and engineers, due in part to its modular design and ease of installation. It’s space-saving, environmentally friendly designs also help ensure continued energy savings, making it easier for architects to spec into their plans. The air handler was sized to fi t well into homes built in the US Market. It offers installation fl exibility with the option of positioning the air handler vertically or horizontally. Panasonic’s MVA Vertical Air Handler runs at a quiet operation mode, utilizing a high-effi cient ECM motor with variable speed control. Optional emer- gency back-up electrical heat is available and will provide supplemental warmth for added comfort in the harshest of winters.


For more information about Panasonic Heating


and Air conditioning, please visit us.panasonic. com/aircon


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