1. Purpose

The Administrative Indoor Unit—commonly referred to as the Master Indoor Unit—controls the operation mode (Cool / Heat / Auto) for all connected indoor units in a 2-pipe system.
Once the Master is set, all slave indoor units will follow its operation mode, while each unit can still maintain an independent temperature setpoint.

Important:

  • The first indoor unit powered ON dictates the operation mode (Cool / Heat) for the entire system.

  • Master setup is mandatory before system commissioning.



2. Preparation

Before beginning the configuration:

  1. Verify all indoor units and the outdoor unit are powered ON.

  2. Confirm that the system has completed addressing (manual or automatic).

  3. Ensure the communication wiring (X1 / X2) is correctly installed and polarity is maintained.

  4. Confirm no active errors on the outdoor unit PCB (LED102 must be OFF, LED101 ON – green indicator light as 


3. Step 1 – Set Administrative Function on the Outdoor Unit

Follow the steps below to register the system for administrative control (as illustrated on page 4 of the PDF

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ActionButton / Display
Press MODE/EXIT (SW107) onceDisplay: F1
Press SELECT (SW108) onceDisplay: F2
Press ENTER (SW109) onceDisplay: 00 00
Press SELECT (SW108) eight timesDisplay: 21 00
Press ENTER (SW109) onceDisplay: 21 00 confirmed
Press SELECT (SW108) two timesDisplay: 21 02
Press ENTER (SW109) onceDisplay shows 21 02 (confirmed)
Press MODE/EXIT (SW107) three timesDisplay clears  →  Function saved

This procedure activates Function F2-21-02, enabling administrative indoor unit operation for the connected system.



4. Step 2 – Set the Master Indoor Unit on the Remote Controller

Proceed using the touch-screen Wired Remote Controller (WRC). Refer to pages 5–6 of the PDF for screen visuals

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Step-by-Step:

  1. From the Monitor screen, press Menu.

  2. On Main Menu Page 1, select Next Page.

  3. On Main Menu Page 2, select Initial Setting.

  4. On Initial Setting Page 1, press Next Page.

  5. On Initial Setting Page 2, select Master Indoor Unit Setting.

  6. When prompted, enter the Installer Password:

    • Factory default: 0000

    • If changed, enter the new password.

  7. The screen will display: “Not Master Indoor Unit” → press Set.

  8. A confirmation message appears:
    “The connected indoor unit will be set as the master indoor unit. OK?”
    → Press Yes to confirm.

The WRC will now register the selected indoor unit as the system’s Master Indoor Unit.




5. Verification

After setup:

  • The WRC display for the Master will show a “Master” indicator.

  • Slave units will automatically synchronize to the Master’s mode (COOL / HEAT / AUTO), though they can each maintain independent setpoints.

  • If multiple indoor units share the same refrigerant address, ensure only one Master is configured.


6. Notes for 2-Pipe Systems

  • Only one Master Indoor Unit can exist per refrigerant system.

  • All units connected to the same outdoor circuit will follow the Master’s operation mode.

  • Switching between COOL and HEAT modes must be initiated from the Master unit.

  • When a Master is active, any unit attempting to switch to the opposite mode will display “Operation restricted by Master.”


7. Function Settings for RB Units (Optional)

For multi-IU connections through an RB unit (page 3 of your images):

  • On the RB unit PCB, DIP switch SET2 positions 1–4 determine operation-mode priority and cool/heat control time.

  • Factory Default:

    • Priority to first command (SET2-1 = OFF, SET2-2 = OFF)

    • Cool/heat control time = 6 minutes (SET2-3 = OFF, SET2-4 = OFF)

  • If “Priority to Administrative Indoor Unit” is required, set SET2-1 = OFF, SET2-2 = ON.


8. Confirmation

Once complete:

  1. Turn ON the Master indoor unit.

  2. Confirm the system enters the desired mode (COOL or HEAT).

  3. Verify all slave units respond accordingly.

  4. Record the Master address and remote ID for commissioning documentation.


9. Troubleshooting

SymptomPossible CauseCorrective Action
Cannot select MasterOutdoor Function F2-21-02 not enabledPerform Step 1 on outdoor unit
Master not recognized by systemAddressing incompleteRe-address indoor units and re-test
Slave units not following Master modeCommunication wiring fault or duplicate MastersVerify X1/X2 network and Master assignment
Password rejected on WRCCustom installer password setConfirm correct code with administrator

Summary

The Master Indoor Unit configuration establishes centralized mode control in a 2-pipe VRF network.
Sequence of setup:

  1. Enable F2-21-02 on the Outdoor Unit PCB.

  2. Designate the Master Indoor Unit using the Touch Screen WRC.

  3. Confirm system mode synchronization and document the configuration.