The range of thermostats is very wide, and customers often struggle to choose from the many models and types available. Simple manual thermostats sit alongside sophisticated units that let you set a programme several days ahead. At the same time, flexible thermostats with two separate, wirelessly connected units – a receiver and a thermostat – are coming to the fore.
The flexibility and growing popularity of wireless thermostats
Wireless thermostats are becoming ever more popular. This is mainly thanks to their great flexibility, which lets the user choose whether to fix the thermostat to the wall or simply stand it wherever they like. Since a wireless thermostat, which communicates with the receiver by radio waves, usually needs only two alkaline batteries for power, there is also no need to chase cables into the wall.
A minimalist controller for heating systems
This room controller is designed for controlling heating systems. Like most modern thermostats, the Flink RT101 RF stands out for its minimalist white design, which suits any type of interior. The square thermostat is dominated by a large backlit LCD display, beneath which is a rotary dial for adjusting the individual values. The side button switches the thermostat on and off, and also serves to go back a step or to activate the display backlight. On the back there are holes for wall mounting.
Minimalism also characterises the operation of the thermostat, which acts as the transmitter. To get started, loosen the back cover with a thin screwdriver and insert two AA alkaline batteries. Once they are in, the Flink RT101 RF starts up automatically. To go through the individual setup steps, hold the button down for three to five seconds. You can then turn the dial to select the individual items; in the first step you need to set the current time. All the information you need on programming the thermostat can be found in the instructions supplied.
The Flink RT101 RF thermostat allows a programme of up to 7 days to be set, with a temperature setting range of +5 to +35°C. The transmitter measures with a sensitivity of 0.5°C and operates at a frequency of 433 MHz. The thermostat also has frost protection, which owners of weekend cottages and holiday homes will particularly appreciate.
A switch that communicates by radio signal
While the thermostat, as a portable control unit, is used to control and set the temperature, the receiver acts as the switching unit. It is used to connect heating systems and communicates with the thermostat by radio signal.
Getting to know the receiver for the Flink RT101 RF thermostat is quick and easy, as is getting it up and running. On the front there is an “On-Off” switch and three LED indicators: green shows that the receiver is switched on, red shows that the heating is on, and a flashing orange LED indicates that the wireless connection with the thermostat has been lost. In that case the heating is switched on automatically.
The receiver also has holes on the back for wall mounting. Loosening its back cover with a screwdriver reveals the terminals for the electrical connections, which you wire up as shown in the diagram. The receiver runs on a 230V supply and has a switching capacity of 1000 W.
The Flink RT101 RF room controller can be connected to almost all gas and electric boilers that support on/off switching. The thermostat stands out for its minimalist design and, being wireless, can always be placed wherever suits you. Programme your heating a week ahead and keep track of the set temperatures on the backlit LCD display. If you would like advice on other options, do not hesitate to contact us at info@atria.sk.