The Indoor Weather Center Software allows dealers to perform additional set-up
features, monitor the system during installation, and program the comfort chart schedule,
if needed, for the homeowner. This program is provided free-of-charge as an aide
to understanding and using Comfort Zone II. Although it will work on most Microsoft
Windows computer system configurations, we do not guarantee it will work on all systems.
What does the Software do?
We have designed the Comfort Zone II product with a number of features to improve the installation for the dealer and to improve the comfort for the homeowner. However, with the use of the Indoor Weather Center software, you can have access to additional features such as:
Downloading and Installing the Software
Download the software by clicking on the link below with the right mouse button (select "save link as ..." or "save file as ..."):
Indoor Weather Center Software (Filename: SETUP.EXE, size approx. 2,512k)
Locate the downloaded file (SETUP.EXE) on your computer and double click on it. This will prompt the installation of the software on your computer. Follow the instructions as indicated. The software will be placed in C:\iwc for Windows 3.x users or under C:\program files\iwc for Windows 95 users unless you indicate otherwise during the procedure.
Using the Software, Demo Mode
The software will not function unless it is physically attached to an installed system. However, after the software is loaded, you can view sample screens by starting the program and running or clicking on the file C:\iwc\czii or C:\program files\iwc\czii for Windows 95 users, unless you saved the software under a different directory during installation. Once the start screen and bouncing logo are shown double click on the gray background of that window. A demo box will appear, then click on the start button. You can then view the different features of the software. Because the computer is not attached to an operational zoning system, the communication icon will flash quickly at the bottom of the window.
Connecting to the Zoning System
Connecting the zoning system to the computer requires an RS232 to RS485 converter. We recommend that you use a B & B converter, part number 485OICR. Additional converter types may be used which are not optically isolated. These part numbers as well as complete instructions and diagrams for wiring the system are shown in the help file of the software. The converters can be ordered via B & B's website or by calling 1-815-433-5100. The converter is listed at $79.95 and needs a power supply that is listed at $14.95.
Once again, we hope that this additional tool will further enable you to sell, install, and support the Comfort Zone II system.
Regards,
Joan Duvall