DZ3 Configuration, Part 1

This is a simplified representation of how things are connected in DZ3:



Every entity can act as a signal producer, and as a signal consumer. Exceptions are temperature sensors that can only be producers, and dampers that can only be consumers (unless there's instrumentation feedback).

Temperature Sensor

• Consumes nothing
• Produces Temperature

Thermostat

• Consumes Temperature
• Produces Zone Demand
• Has 1:1 relation with the Damper
  

Zone Controller

• Consumes Zone Demand
• Produces Total Demand

HVAC Unit

• Consumes Total Demand
• Produces Running

Damper Controller

• Consumes Zone Demand, Running
• Produces Damper Position
• Has to be aware about Thermostat:Damper relations
  

Damper

• Consumes Damper Position
• Produces nothing
• Has a 1:1 relation with the Thermostat
  

Data Logger

• Consumes everything

HOW TO PUT IT ALL TOGETHER

At this moment, the DZ3 container is based upon Spring Framework. If you are familiar with Spring, then a quick look at the sample configuration will tell you everything you need to know (provided you're somewhat familiar with the the code base).

If not, stay tuned.

UPDATE: Configuration Guide is now available.