XL950 ComfortLink™ II Thermostat
User’s Guide
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Easy to use
Customizable
The simple design and easy to
Customize the screen to suit
Table of Contents
follow functions of this thermostat your unique needs.You can
Introduction..............................................1-4
Buttons and Navigations............................. 5
System, Fan, & Air Cleaner Modes .........6-7
Scheduling/Programming ........................8-9
Loading and Viewing Photos ...............10-11
Screen Saver Settings.............................. 12
Commonly Used Features........................ 13
Naming your System ................................ 13
Dealer Information Screen........................ 13
Setting Time and Date.............................. 14
Security Options....................................... 14
Runtime History........................................ 14
1-Touch Presets........................................ 14
Customize Your Home Screen.................. 15
Humidity.................................................... 15
Wireless Network Setup ......................16-19
Advanced Networking Information.......20-23
Multi-System Control ...........................24-25
Wireless Registration...........................26-27
Software Upgrades................................... 28
Troubleshooting ...................................29-30
Index......................................................... 30
Warranty................................................... 31
make it the most intuitive and
easy to use thermostat available.
Just touch the screen to try out
the functionality and make opera- the colors, and enjoy a photo
tional changes to the system in
your home.
setup shortcuts and an easy
access dashboard on the
Home screen. You can change
slideshow.
!
CAUTION
Help System
Use only your fingertips to touch
the touchscreen. Using any other
implement can damage the screen.
On-screen notes provide addition-
al details. When more information
is needed, context sensitive help
is only a button touch away.
!
CAUTION
Use only a soft damp
cloth to clean the screen.
Scheduling
Scheduling setup is made easy
with the use of an on-screen
wizard that walks you through the
process.
1-Touch Presets
Cooling and Heating presets al-
low you to change your in-home
temperatures with the touch of a
button.
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Easy to use... Everything is just a touch away
See and adjust multiple
sy
Choose the shortcut items that
show in this menu bar
ee current
stem status
View big, b
at-a-glanc
system sta
Choose the
dashboard
items that
show in this
section
Use context
sensi
hel
etpoints or use
convenient Home, Away and Sleep presets
Chawith just a
few button touches
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Buttons and Navigation
Pressing a button will display additional information or
a new menu screen.
EXAMPLE: You may access the Menu screen by
pressing the “Menu” button on the home screen.
You may access the Settings Menu by pressing the
“Settings” button from the Menu screen.
EXAMPLE: In the following sections, button sequenc-
es will be shown with icons. For example, the se-
quence on this page would be represented this way:
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System ON/OFF, Mode Selection
1) System Mode
To the right of the Menu button are 3
Mode buttons:
The “Auto” System Mode will
switch between heating and
cooling automatically.
1) The first sets System Mode
(including OFF).
“Heating” and “Cooling”
modes are dedicated
2) The second controls Fan Mode.
3) The third controls Air Cleaner Mode.
modes. For example, you
may wish to set your sys-
tem to “Heating” in winter
months so your cooling unit
does not run. Likewise, you may wish to set your system to “Cooling” in sum-
mer months so that your furnace does not run.
Each button has mode options to choose
from. The chosen mode is conveniently
displayed on its home screen button so
you can see the functions your system is
performing.
To completely turn off your system, select “Off”.
2) Fan Mode
In “Auto” Fan Mode the sys-
tem’s fan will run only when
the system runs.
The fan will run continuously
when the Fan Mode is set to
“On”.
The “Circulate” Fan Mode
will run the fan at least 10-
55 minutes out of every hour, decreasing hot/cool spots throughout your house.
Mode Selection
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3) Air Cleaner Mode
Automatic means the air cleaner will run when the fan runs.
Quick Clean is a full power air cleaning cycle that increases the system fan speed setting (when not
actively heating or cooling) to 100% for three hours to achieve maximum clean air delivery rate.
Allergy Clean is a full power air cleaning cycle that increases the system fan speed setting (when not
actively heating or cooling) to 100% for 24 hours to achieve maximum clean air delivery rate.
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Set Point Panel
A Setpoint is the desired temperature you would like your home heated or cooled to when in one of the three System Modes.
Heating Setpoint Panel
Cooling Setpoint Panel
Raise
To adjust the
To adjust the
Heating Setpoint,
select “Heating”
and raise or lower
the temperature to
reach your desired
setpoint.
Cooling Setpoint,
select “Cooling”
and raise or lower
the temperature to
reach your desired
setpoint.
Lower
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Manually Set up a Schedule
The procedure below describes setting up a manual schedule. Scheduling can also be set up via Guided Scheduling which creates a schedule by
asking you a series of questions. Guided Scheduling can also be selected in the screen below.
1) Turn Scheduling On (and select Manual Scheduling)
2) Enter the Schedule Menu
Default
Schedule
3) Select a day or time period
By default the schedule shows the periods Wake, Away, Home and Sleep. Each
day can have its own schedule and each schedule will be a unique color.
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Finished Examples:
4) Select the days you would like
to schedule
Example A:
By selecting more than one day, you can
set the schedule to be the same for those
days. For example, you may keep the
Example A is for someone who works and is
out of the house during weekdays.
same hours each weekday
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5) Adjust the Time for each period
Select a period one at a time and set its
beginning time by pressing the “Time” button.
Press the “Temperature” button to adjust the
setpoints for each period.
Example B:
NOTE: Notice that you can delete or add
periods (maximum 6 per day).
Example B is for someone who is out of town
Monday–Thursday.
6) Adjust the Temperature for each
period
Press the “Temperature” button to adjust
setpoints for each period.
7) Press “Apply” when complete
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Using Photos
You can set up a photo album and a screen saver using
your own photos.
Using an SD Card
Insert the SD Card at the bottom right hand side of the thermostat, taking
care to keep the card’s “notch” in the orientation shown.
NOTE: The card must remain inserted to view the photos
and the SD card must remain “unlocked.”
Recommended SD Cards:
Required Photo Formats:
SD, SDHC
Photos on your SD card must be in .jpg, .jpeg, .bmp, .png, or
.gif formats and each photo must be less than 3MB in file size.
SD Adapter – microSD, miniSD, microSDHC, mini SDHC
Photo Album
View and set up your photo album.
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Load and Select Photos
1) If you do not yet have
your SD card inserted
or it is not inserted all
the way, you will see
this message.
3) Browse the album us-
ing the arrows on the
right and left edges of
the screen. Touch the
image to see full size
images.
Check the “Add to Slide-
show” box to include the
a photo in a slideshow.
2) Images will be loaded
from your SD card into
the viewer and sized
to fit the screen.
4) In thumbnail view,
you can view up to 15
photos at time. You
can also see or select
which photos will be in-
cluded in a slideshow.
5) After you have selected which photos to include in your slideshow, press “Settings” to configure the Screen Saver.
(Or navigate to the Screen Saver menu using the path on the next page.)
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Screen Saver
A standard or a custom photo screen saver can be selected.
1) If you desire, turn “On” the screen saver.
Set the wait time until the screen saver
starts.
2) The “Default Screen Saver” shows the cur-
3) Set the number of seconds before the next
photo will display.
rent temperature as a floating icon over a
darkened black screen.
Select “Image Screen Saver” if you have
inserted an SD card and added photos to a
slideshow.
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Other Commonly Used Features
The following pages highlight some of the more common processes you will use.
NameYour System
Give your system a name. This is very important if you have more than one system in your home.
Events and Vacations
Set up how your system will operate for special events or when you are away from home for extended periods.
Dealer Information
Contact your dealer by using contact information in the Service menu.
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Time & Date
Set time, date and time zone. If a wireless network is set up, the time can be automatically synced via the internet.
Security
Protect your system from accidental or unwanted changes to your system by using a PIN lock.
1-Touch Presets
Set up these presets to make quick temperature setpoint changes from the Home Screen.
System Runtime History
System Runtime History monitors how much your system runs for both
heating and cooling and also displays the average indoor temperature and
outdoor high and low temperatures. This data allows you to better manage
your utility costs by seeing when and how much your system is operating.
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Customize your Home Screen
Add shortcuts and customize the dashboard.
Wireless Network Setup
Set up a connection to your wireless network to enable weather and software update features. See the following section
for setup details (802.11 B/G wireless router and internet required).
Humidity
You may see and adjust the humidity level in your home and adjust the humidity setpoints for both Heating and Cooling
modes (for systems equipped with humidity control).
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Optional Wireless Networking
1. Your thermostat can access
real-time weather conditions,
forecasts and alerts.
Enabling wireless networking brings addi-
tional functionality to your thermostat.
2. When you have multiple systems
in your home, each thermostat
can see and control the others.
NOTE: In a Multi-System envi-
ronment, it is recommended to
name each thermostat before
enabling wireless networking.
3. You can download software up-
dates for efficient operation and
the ability to use new features as
soon as they are released.
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7.1 Enabling Wireless Networking
1) Enter the Wireless Network Setup Menu.
2) Enable the wire-
less radio by
3) After the wire-
less radio is
pressing “Wire-
less ON/OFF”.
enabled, press
the “Connect to a
Network” button
to choose from
a list of available
wireless net-
works.
NOTE: If the router is configured to not broadcast its SSID, refer to Advanced Network Settings.
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7.2 Selecting a Network
Available broadcasting networks with an adequate signal strength will
display their SSIDs (Service Set IDentifiers) in this screen.
A closed lock icon next to the SSID indicates a secure network. An
open lock indicates a non-secure, “open” network.
Select your network and press “Connect”.
The signal strength is indicated in bars. The more bars, the better the signal strength.
Signal Strength Indicators
Bars (Color)
A minimum of three bars is required for stable network operation. The network will op-
erate with one or two bars, but may result in intermittent or lost connections.
Indicator
Description
Very Weak
Weak
One (Red)
Two (Yellow)
Three (Green)
Four (Green)
NOTE: Signal strength may be affected by router model, interference, obstructions and
distance from the router. Consult router documentation for additional information.
Strong
Very Strong
If a “Network Not Found” message is displayed, verify the wireless network is function-
ing and within range. Consult router documentation for additional information.
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7.3 Enter Network Key/Password
1A)If the network is
unsecured (with an
“open” padlock),
the following mes-
sage will be dis-
played.
3) The thermostat
will connect to the
wireless network.
1B)If the network is
secured (with a
“closed” padlock),
the following mes-
sage will be dis-
played.
4) When the thermo-
stat has success-
fully joined the
wireless network,
the name of the
network will be
displayed with a
green dot to the
left and a signal
strength indicator
to the right.
2) Enter the network
key (case-sensitive
password). You
or your network
administrator will
need to provide the
required informa-
tion.
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7.4 Advanced Networking Information
Enter the Advanced Network Setup Menu.
Advanced networking will be required in the following two instances:
1. When connecting to a non-broadcast network
2. When configuring a static IP address
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7.5 Network Security
When the network’s SSID is not broadcast (hidden), manual configuration in this screen is required.
1) The “Network Security” button in this Ad-
vanced Network Settings menu will be
highlighted by default.
2) Press the “Enter SSID Name” button.
3) Enter the SSID Name using the on-screen
keypad.
4) Select a network security type.
5) Press “Enter Network Key” button.
6) Enter the Network Key using the on-screen
keypad.
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7.6 Host Settings
This screen is used to control how the thermostat obtains network addresses and is needed when DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) has
been turned off or is not available on the router. Otherwise, you may use DHCP to automatically obtain this information. This manual configuration is
required if a static IP address is desired.
NOTE: No additional configuration may be required in a non-broadcast network where IP addresses are assigned by DHCP. You may Connect to the
network without modifying the Host Settings.
1) Select the “Host Settings” button to access
the second screen of settings in this Ad-
vanced Network Settings menu.
2) Select IP Address, Gateway and Subnet
Mask buttons as required.
3) Enter the IP address as required for each.
4) To manually select a DNS server, enter IP
address(es).
5) After all the addresses are assigned, Con-
nect to the network.
6) To change a Static IP Address to a DHCP Ad-
dress, press “Release and Renew IP Address”.
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7.7 Network Properties
The Network Properties screen displays the thermostat’s current network in-
formation.
7.8 Disconnecting from a Network
Once a network has been joined, the thermostat will reconnect to it after signal
or power interruptions. When connected, a green dot will be shown.
To disconnect from this network, enter the “Connect to a Network” menu and
select “Disconnect”.
NOTE: When joining a different network, the current router must be discon-
nected in this menu before a new one may be selected. In addition if settings
are changed on the owner’s router, the network may need to be disconnected
and reconnected in this menu.
Repeat previous steps to connect to a different network.
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7.9 Multi-System Environments
1) In a multi-system environment each thermostat can see and control the
others.
NOTE: The thermostats must have wireless enabled and be connected to
the same personal wireless network.
2) Each thermostat belongs to an Access Control Group—set to “Group A” by
default. Therefore, if two thermostats are connected to the same wireless
network and have matching Group IDs (shown as Group A to the right),
they will be able to communicate with each other.
Set the thermostats to the desired Group.
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Multi-System Environments (Continued)
6) System and Zone
Names may be set
in the Zone Names
screen. The “Rename
System” and “Rename
Zone” buttons al-
3) In a multi-system
environment where
the systems are in
the same Group, the
“Zones” button will
appear in place of the
“System” button (see
picture at right).
low entering custom
names from a keypad.
The “Select Zone
Name” and “Select
System Name” buttons
allow selecting pre-
configured names from
a list.
Pressing the “Zones”
button opens the
Zone Menu.
4) The Zone Menu is
shown at right.
7) In multi-system envi-
ronments, the main
screen display will
change to indicate the
presence of multiple
zones. (Notice the new
zone button—labeled
“Upstairs”—at right.)
5) The Zone Over-
view menu shows
a quick view of
The arrow buttons
each zone’s cur-
rent condition.
on either side of this
displayed zone name
will allow viewing of
the other zone setting
screens one at a time.
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Wireless Registration
Registration is required for Weather, Software Updates and linking two or more thermostats together. Registration ensures that your thermostat is us-
ing the most up-to-date software and will also let you take advantage of exciting new features in the future. You will be notifed via email when there is
a software upgrade available. For complete privacy information see our Privacy Policy at trane.com.
1A)In the Network Setup
Screen, select the
2) Read and accept the
License Agreement
to proceed with the
“Register Now” button
to begin registration.
Proceed to Step 2.
Registration process.
1B)If instead you try to
connect to Weather
before you have reg-
istered, you will be
3) The E-mail Registra-
tion screen explains
that after entering
an address, you will
receive a verification
code via email.
prompted to register.
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5) Enter a valid email
address, press “Ap-
ply” to proceed.
8) Check your email to
find your 5-digit veri-
fication code.
6) The thermostat will
connect to a remote
server.
9) Enter the 5-digit veri-
fication code.
NOTE: This will only
need to be done one
time.
7) After connecting to
the server, an email
will automatically be
sent to your email
address.
10)After entering your
verification code,
your additional fea-
tures will now be
enabled.
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Software Upgrades
Your thermostat is built with the future in mind and has the ability to upgrade its operating sys-
tem. Software upgrades ensure your thermostat has the most up-to-date software optimizing
its operation and providing exciting new features as they become available.
The Software Upgrades menu is accessed by navigating to Menu --> Settings --> Network.
After pressing the “Software Upgrades” button, follow the guided instructions on the series of
screens.
Upgrade the software by one of the following methods:
1) Select the “Check for updates on the internet” box as shown in the screen at right. This is the
default setting and the easiest way to upgrade your thermostat’s software.
2) Alternatively, using a web browser and your computer, download the latest sofware upgrade
image from the trane.com website and place this computer file on an SD card. After transfer-
ring the SD card from your computer to the thermostat, select “Check for upgrades on SD
Card” as shown in the screen at right.
Follow the instructions to upgrade your thermostat. Additional instructions are found on the
trane.com website.
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Troubleshooting
Slow response or
unexpected operation:
Reboot your thermostat at
the following location.
“No System Found” displays on the screen:
If this message stays on your screen, press the
“Reboot” button shown at right.
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System Alerts
1) When your system indicates an
issue with communication or
operation, an alert will display on
the screen.
Click the “Dealer Contact Info”
to retrieve your dealer’s phone
numbers and website informa-
tion.
2) Press “Close” to dismiss the
alert. The error message can
be recalled by pressing the Alert
icon which will remain in the
menu bar.
Dealer Information can also be accessed by this path:
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FCC Information
imited Warranty
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fo
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful in
terference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interferenc
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage
to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
(1) Reorient or relocate the transceiver antenna. (2) Increase the separ
tion between the equipment and transceiver. (3) Connect the equipme
into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the transceiver i
connected. (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian for help.
his limited warranty is extended by the manufacturer to the original purchaser and to any suc-
eeding owner of the real property to which the low voltage room comfort control is originally
ffixed and applies to products purchased and retained for use within the U.S.A. and Canada. The
mited warranty period begins when the low voltage room comfort control installation is com-
lete, verified by installer’s in voice or similar document. If installation completion and start-up
ate cannot be verified by installer’s invoice or similar document, limited warranty coverage be-
ins six (6) months after the date of manufacture based on the low voltage room comfort control
erial number. If any part of your low voltage room comfort control fails because of a manufac-
uring defect within five (5) years from the date the limited warranty period begins, Warrantor
ill furnish without charge a new low voltage room comfort control. Any local transportation,
elated service labor, and diagnosis calls, are not included. This limited warranty does not apply
the low voltage room comfort control was purchased direct (i.e. from internet websites or auc-
ons) on an uninstalled basis. Additionally, this limited warranty will not apply unless the low
oltage room comfort control is: (1) installed by a licensed or qualified HVAC technician, (2)
pplied and installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations in its Installer’s
uide, and (3) in compliance with all industry standards, national, state, and local codes.
his limited warranty does not cover your low voltage room comfort control if it is damaged
hile in your possession; including, but not limited to (1) damage caused by unreasonable use
f the low voltage room comfort control, (2) damage from failure to properly maintain the low
oltage room comfort control as set forth in the Use and Care manual, (3) damage that is not con-
dered a manufacturing defect, such as acts of God, malfunctions or failures resulting from fire,
ater, storms, lightning, earth quake, theft, riot, misuse, abuse, increased utility usage costs, (4)
erformance problems due to improper selection/equipment match-up, installation, or applica-
on, or (5) failures, defects, or damages (including, but not limited to, any failure or loss of data)
aused by any third party product, service, or system connected or used in
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) Thi
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may caus
undesired operation.
FCC/IC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approve
by Trane could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
onjunction with your low voltage room comfort control. THE LIMITED WARRANTY AND
IABILITY SET FORTH HEREIN ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND LI-
BILITIES, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR IN NEGLIGENCE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
N LAW OF IN FACT, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
ND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR USE, AND IN NO EVENT SHALL WARRANTOR BE
IABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not
llow limitations on how long an implied limited warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion or
mitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
pply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
ghts which vary from state to state. Parts will be provided by our factory organization through
n authorized service organization in your area listed in the yellow pages. If you wish further
elp or information concerning this limited warranty, contact:
Important Note: To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, no change to the antenna or the device is permitted. Any
change to the antenna or the device could result in the device exceedin
the RF exposure requirements and void user’s authority to operate the
device. This device has been designed to operate with an internal PCB
trace antenna.
To comply with IC RF exposure limits for general population/un-
controlled exposure, the module with fixed internal antenna must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all
persons and must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
esidential Systems, 6200 Troup Highway, Tyler, TX 75707.
TRANE U. S. INC.
MODEL NUMBER
TZONE950AC52Z
ttention: Consumer Relations
FCC ID: XVRZONE950TR
IC: 6178D-ZONE950TR
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6200 Troup Highway
Tyler, TX 75707
© 2011 Trane
06/11
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