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Alpha direct Balance base station - EN

  • Intended use
  • Device overview
  • Montage
  • Electric connection
  • LED signaling
  • Commissioning mode
  • Automated hydraulic balancing
  • Maintenance
  • Disassembly

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Automatic hydraulic balancing AD EN

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  • A practical guide for technicians: Hydraulic balancing using automated systems

Alpha direct Balance Switch base station EN

  • Compatibility
  • Hydraulic balancing remains necessary
  • Automatic heat distribution
  • Flow limiter not required
  • Cross-distribution network balancing required
  • Intended use
  • Device overview
  • Montage
  • Electric connection
  • LED signaling
  • Commissioning mode
  • Automated hydraulic balancing
  • Maintenance
  • Disassembly
  • Balance NFC app
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App functions

FeatureDescriptionDisplay
Configuration
Naming the roomsSelect a room name for each heating zone from a list (e.g. storage room, hobby room, living room, kitchen, etc.); custom room names are possible
Assign valve actuatorsFree assignment of valve actuators to heating zones
Block cooling can be disabled individually for each valve drive.
Parameters and protection functionsSelection of parameters / protection functions for
– boiler
– pump
– Valves
– Modbus
Possible parameters / protection functions:
– turn-on delay
– follow-up time
– Pump protection
– Valve protection
– Baud rate / Parity / Address
Writing and reading
Write
Write configuration to deviceSettings are written to the base stationReady to scan:
Hold your smartphone close to the NFC tag

Display:
The configuration has been successfully transferred to the device.

or

Error message

Repeat the process: The mobile device was moved too early or needs to be aligned more precisely.
Save configuration as templateScanned settings are stored as a file in the mobile device’s memory. Possible use of the file: read in the configuration at a later time. Please enter a file name under which the current configuration is to be saved.
Read
Read configuration from deviceReading the base station’s settingsReady to scan:
Hold your smartphone close to the NFC tag

If the readout is successful, the configuration that has been read out is displayed in the app.

or

Error message
Repeat the process: The mobile device was moved too early or needs to be aligned more precisely.
Load template fileRequirement for use:
Configuration saved on the mobile device as a template.
Options for storing a file on the mobile device: Back up a saved file using the command Save configuration as template
Load template file
Displaying saved template files
Share
Share current configuration as PDFGenerates a document (PDF) containing the data from the current configuration. The document can be shared via the relevant apps. Display of the file size and the apps available for distributing/saving the file.
Default values
Reset configuration to default values (factory reset)Option to reset the current configuration to default values.Are you sure you want to load the default values and overwrite the current configuration?
Special functions
FirstOpenSets the base station to FirstOpen mode. All outputs are activated for 10 minutes. Ready to scan:
Hold your smartphone close to the NFC tag

The FirstOpen function has been successfully activated. The power LED should flash alternately green and orange. In addition, the LEDs of all inputs should light up green. The system will switch back to normal operation in 10 minutes.

or

Error message
Repeat the process: The mobile device was moved too early or needs to be aligned more precisely.
ManualOpenOpens selected valve actuators completely until the function is deactivated.Ready to scan:
Hold your smartphone close to the NFC tag

The activation of the ManualOpen function has been performed for the selected outputs. The power LED should flash alternately green and orange. The CO LED should also flash blue.

or

Error message
Repeat the process: The mobile device was moved too early or needs to be aligned more precisely.
Reset configuration to default values (base station factory reset)Reset base station to default values.
The current configuration in the app remains unchanged.
Ready to scan:
Hold your smartphone close to the NFC tag

The base station has been successfully reset to its default settings (factory reset). The power LED should flash red rapidly for five seconds while all other LEDs are switched off.

or

Error message
Repeat the process: The mobile device was moved too early or needs to be aligned more precisely.

Note:
All changes should only be made with the appropriate expertise. An incorrect setting can lead to the actuator malfunctioning, a control system fault and subsequent costs. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for incorrect settings and their consequences.

Changes are applied after the base station has been restarted.

Updated on September 15, 2026
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