Please note:

The class fee does NOT include hotel, meals or transportation. These arrangements and costs are your / your firm’s responsibility. 

Registration Fee - Details

A $50 nonrefundable registration fee is required per student with each application. The balance is due in full 10 days prior to the start of training. We accept check and credit card as well as a P.O. if you have an existing account with Desert Aire. All payment details are outlined on the following application form. Desert Aire will confirm your class reservations after processing your application.

Johnson Controls “HVAC Pro” Version 8.08 – Desert Aire Recommended Optional Purchase
HVAC Pro is the software program that interacts with Metasys® controllers. For many years, Desert Aire has
used Metasys® controllers on many of our units.

However, we are beginning to use two different controllers on our systems that offer greater programmability
for a variety of applications. Our CA2500 Controller provides precise monitoring and control of temperature,
RH and even optional water temperature control which is ideal for pool applications. It also offers optional
LONWORKS® communications. Our CM3500 Controller, on the other hand, is ideal for interfacing with building automation systems which use LONWORKS®, BacNET™ or Modbus®. In using these two controllers on our dehumidifiers, we will be phasing out Metasys® by the end of 2009 and will have less need for HVAC Pro.

With that said, HVAC Pro is still a very necessary software package that we recommend our CSTs load onto
their laptops. We have over 15 years of product in the field that use Metasys® controllers. Thousands of
units will continue to require maintenance and servicing for years to come. This means you must have HVAC
Pro to connect with a unit that has a Metasys® controller.

To buy a copy of HVAC Pro software from Desert Aire, be sure to fill out the special order form found on the
last page of the attached letter and fax it with your completed CST class application form to Desert Aire.

Also, please note that Desert Aire is one of a few exclusive sellers of HVAC Pro. Johnson Controls limits the
number of customers that it authorizes to sell this software. We encourage you to take advantage of this
limited purchasing opportunity.

Classroom Training of HVAC Pro
Because of the continued need for HVAC Pro in the field, a good portion of our class time covers this software. Therefore, if you don’t already have a copy of HVAC Pro on your computer, we highly recommend that you order this software from us and bring your laptop with you to class. (NOTE: Students are NOT required to bring a laptop to class. You should only bring one if this is your first time purchasing and loading HVAC Pro.) We will give you the CD on the first day of class. Training will include detailed instruction on uploading, downloading, commissioning and remote monitoring using this software. We will also teach you how to use the connection hardware which is necessary to interface your laptop with Metasys® controls.

Laptop Requirements for Loading and Using HVAC Pro
If you intend to purchase HVAC Pro, please understand that your laptop must meet the following requirements:
       • Operating System – Windows XP or older.
       • Windows Vista has not been approved by Johnson Controls.
       • CD ROM Drive – Software is available on CD only.

Connection Requirements
In addition to having the proper computer, you will need the appropriate Desert Aire-approved connector cable
that is compatible with your laptop. One of the two cables listed below must be purchased from B&B Electronics. To purchase either cable, visit B&B Electronics’ website which is also listed below.

If you have a …

9-pin Port on Back of Laptop
B&B Electronics 9-Pin RS-485 Converter – Model #485-SD9TB

USB Port on Back of Laptop
B&B Electronics USB Isolated RS-422/485 Adapter – Model #US0TL4

B&B Electronics Website: www.bb-electronics.com

If you have any questions about the software or the laptop and connection requirements, please contact me, Mark Potter, Service Manager at (262) 946-7400.

CST Basic Course Agenda

Maximum class size is 18 individuals. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Class content covers all product lines. Hands-on training will be provided during both days of classes.

Wednesday 8am - 5pm, Pool Room Unit Training

Thursday 8 am - 5pm, IAQ / 100% OA Unit Training

Lodging

Desert Aire holds its training at its corporate headquarters in Germantown, WI. We recommend that you stay at either the Country Inn or the AmericInn Lodge which are both around 1 mile away from the plant. Desert Aire can also pass along a special reduced rate to all students who stay at the AmericInn or the Country Inn & Suites. See info below.

Transportation

Transportation from Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee to the hotel as well as from the hotel to Desert Aire is the sole responsibility of each CST student attending the class. We recommend that you inquire about rental car agencies with offices at Mitchell International Airport.

Directions

To download directions and map from Mitchell International Airport to Desert Aire and an area map of the hotels, please click here.

CST Class Application Form

Below is a link for a downloadable PDF of our CST Class Application Form. Save the form to your hard drive, print it up, fill it out and fax it back to Desert Aire at (262) 946-7401. You must submit this application form at least 30 days prior to the start of training. We will mail you a confirmation letter as soon as we process your application.

CST Training Application Form - 2010

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