Instructions for using your Altistat™ controller (for Installations newer than 2023)
Welcome to your new Altistat™, the leading interface and control system for altitude simulation and room oxygenation. The Altistat™ was designed to be easy to use and intuitive, however this guide will help you to further familiarize yourself with your new altitude simulation system.
Table of Contents
Off
Standby
Run
Settings
Help and Troubleshooting
Off Screen
When the system is "Off" all sensors are also in the off state and the air separation equipment will not run. You should still seen a green circle in the lower right next to the work "OK" which indicates the Altistat™ has a connection to the sensor box. Additionally, the screen will go into power save mode after 10 minutes of non-use in this and every other mode. To wake the screen from power save, simply tap on the device a few times and it will turn on and wake itself.
Standby Screen
The Standby screen turns on the sensor box but does not start the system or the air separation machines. On this screen, you can view the sensor values including the Current Effective Altitude, Carbon Dioxide, Oxygen and Barometric Pressure. You have the option of customizing which of the values are shown here and on the Run screen under Settings.
Run Screen
Tapping the Run button on the left side will turn on all sensors and start the system. On this screen, you can view the sensor values including the Current Effective Altitude, Carbon Dioxide, Oxygen and Barometric Pressure. You have the option of customizing which of the values are shown here and on the Run screen under Settings.
Adjusting the Effective Altitude
The Altistat™ enables you to adjust your effective altitude within the bounds defined by both your location and the size of your system. ACT Elite systems are typically designed to reduce the effective altitude by 5,000 to 7,000 feet (1,524 to 2,134 meters). ACT Premium systems can typically create an effective altitude of 3,500 to 4,000 feet (1,067 to 1,220 meters) depending on starting altitude and system design.
To adjust your effective altitude, simply tap on either of the arrow icons on the right side of the Run screen. This will bring up the Set Altitude screen where you can tap the + or - button associated with each number. When you are finished tap the Done button ro return to the Run screen. Note: It might take a moment for your adjust to update on the screen. Altistat's safety mechanisms will not permit you to set an altitude lower or higher than your system is designed to achieve.
Settings
You can access more device settings and information at anytime by tapping the widget icon at the top right of the screen.
The Settings screen provides access to the following features:
- Network and Wi-Fi settings
- Display adjustments
- Timezone
- Units of measure
- Enabling/Disabling the Run schedule
- Lock settings to restrict access to the Altistat or its configuration
- Device information
Wi-Fi
To adjust Wifi settings, tap the right arrow icon on the right side of the Network line. Tap the drop-down menu to select the WiFi network of your choice, then tap Connect and enter its password, if required. If you do not see the network you are looking for, tap Rescan.
Tap the arrow on the upper left to return to the Settings screen.
Display
To adjust display settings, tap the right arrow icon on the right side of the Display line.
To adjust the screen brightness, move the slider to the left to make the screen darker and to the left to make it brighter. Note: The screen will go to sleep and turn off after 10 minutes of non-use.
To change the color theme of the interface, tap the Light or Dark radio button as desired.
To hide or show sensor values on the Standby and Run screens, toggle each On or Off as desired.
Tap the arrow on the upper left to return to the Settings screen.
Time Zone
To adjust the timezone for your system, tap the right arrow icon on the right side of the Timezone line.
Scroll through the options and tap the time zone where your system is located.
Tap the arrow on the upper left to return to the Settings screen.
Units
Tap the toggle to switch between Feet (Imperial) and Meters (Metric) units of measure on the display.
Schedule
The Altistat can be configured to automatically turn On or Off according to a preset schedule. To enable or disable the schedule, tap the toggle accordingly. For instance, you might want to disable the schedule if you are going to be away from the premises for a long period of time and re-enable it when you return.
If you need to make schedule changes, please contact service@altitudecontrol.com.
Lock
The Altistat™ has the ability to prevent other users from using the system and/or adjusting the system settings. This can be useful if you allow guests to use the premises and you want to prevent or restrict access to your system. To adjust the lock settings for your system, tap the right arrow icon on the right side of the Lock line.
Users have the option to lock the System or Settings or both depending on their needs.
System Lock
To require users to enter a pin code code in order to use the System, tap Set pin on the System Lock line. Enter your desired pin and tap Accept. You may then tap the Lock button, which will require users to enter the pin before running the system. Note: for safety reasons, no pin is required to turn off a system. To remove the system lock, tap the Remove Pin button.
When a system is locked, a lock icon will be shown on the upper-right side of the screen. Users must tap the lock and enter the system pin in order to unlock the system for use. In order to re-lock the system, tap the Lock button on the System Lock Settings screen. You also have the option of changing the pin by tapping Remove Pin followed by Set Pin again.
Settings Lock
To require users to enter a pin code code in order to access the Settings, tap Set pin on the Settings Lock line. Enter your desired pin and tap Accept. You may then tap the Lock button, which will require users to enter the pin before accessing the system settings. To remove the system lock, tap the Remove Pin button.
When a system is locked, a lock icon will be shown on the upper-right side of the screen over the Settings icon. Users must tap the settings lock and enter the settings pin in order to unlock the settings. In order to re-lock the settings, tap the Lock button on the Settings Lock screen. You also have the option of changing the pin by tapping Remove Pin followed by Set Pin again.
Device Information
This page is primarily used by the ACT Service Team but can also be accessed by system owners as well. To view detailed information for your system, tap the right arrow icon on the right side of the Device Information line.
Help and Troubleshooting
At anytime while using the system you can tap the ? icon toward the top right of the screen if you need help or wish to contact the ACT Service Team.
