TRANE ComfortLink II XL1050 thermostat TZON1050AC52ZA

A home divided into zones, controlled from a single screen

In a multi-storey home, comfort is never the same everywhere: the bedroom floor overheats in July, the basement stays cool in January, the south-facing room gains several degrees in the afternoon. The Trane XL1050 TZON1050AC52ZA is the high-end control in the ComfortLink II line, zoning-ready, with a 7 in colour touchscreen. Paired with a zone panel, it gives each area of the house its own setpoint, from a single central system.

Compatible systems

The XL1050 controls Trane ComfortLink II communicating systems, up to 5 heating stages and 2 cooling stages. It works with ComfortLink II zone panels (ZZONEPNLAC52ZB) and XL1040 zone sensors. The zone panel, zone controls and motorized dampers are sold separately. It also integrates with AMX, Control4, Crestron and Savant home automation systems, and with Honeywell EnviraCOM 2.0. It is powered by 24 V, with a typical consumption of 3 W and 4.7 W maximum.

A customizable 7 in display

The 7 in colour touchscreen, measured diagonally (6.1 x 3.3 in), can be customized with widgets on the home screen: each zone's temperature, weather, humidity, depending on your priorities. The one-touch presets Home, Away and Sleep change the setting of the whole house in a single tap. 7-day programming allows up to four periods per day, and guided programming walks you through creating the schedule.

Zoning in practice

With a ComfortLink II zone panel, each zone gets its own sensor or its own control, and motorized dampers in the ducts send air where it is called for. Bedrooms can stay cool at night while the ground floor is kept comfortable; the basement can be heated more without overheating the upper floor. During a Quebec winter, fully heating only the occupied zones reduces energy use without sacrificing comfort.

Humidity, air quality and quiet operation

The XL1050 displays indoor humidity and lets you set a humidity target. Enhanced dehumidification helps dry the air in cooling mode. The Allergy Clean and Quick Clean cycles circulate air through the system's filtration to quickly clean the air throughout the house. Quiet Mode, offered with variable-speed compressor systems, limits noise from the outdoor unit.

Connectivity, home automation and voice control

The thermostat connects over Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) or by Ethernet. The Trane Home app gives remote access to the system, and voice control works through Amazon Alexa. The built-in Z-Wave Plus bridge can link up to 230 Z-Wave devices. The screen also shows weather, radar and weather alerts.

Monitoring and secure use

Operating history and system alerts keep you informed of the equipment's activity. Screen lock and guest access limit changes, which is handy with children or visitors.

Who it's for

The XL1050 suits multi-storey homes, large residences and finished basements where a single setpoint is not enough. It is also for owners who already have a Control4, Crestron, Savant or AMX home automation system and want to bring heating and cooling into it. Finally, it suits people who are sensitive to air quality, thanks to the Allergy Clean and Quick Clean cycles.

The XL1050 in the lineup

The XL850 is the compact ComfortLink II control, with a 4.3 in display, for a single-zone home. The XL1050 adds the large 7 in display, zoning, presets, air-cleaning cycles, Quiet Mode and advanced home automation integration. The XL1040 zone sensor is its natural complement in secondary zones. For a multi-storey home or a full home automation project, the XL1050 is the go-to control in the family.

Specifications

• Stages: 5 heating / 2 cooling
• Systems: Trane ComfortLink II communicating systems; zoning-ready (zone panel, zone controls and dampers sold separately)
• Power: 24 V; 3 W typical, 4.7 W maximum
• 7 in diagonal colour touchscreen (6.1 x 3.3 in), customizable widgets
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n or Ethernet; built-in Z-Wave Plus bridge (up to 230 devices)
• Trane Home app; voice control through Amazon Alexa
• 7-day programmable, up to 4 periods per day; guided programming
• One-touch presets: Home, Away, Sleep
• Weather, radar and weather alerts
• Indoor humidity display, humidity target and enhanced dehumidification
• Allergy Clean and Quick Clean cycles
• Quiet Mode for variable-speed compressor systems
• Operating history and system alerts
• Screen lock and guest access
• Compatible with: ComfortLink II zone panels (ZZONEPNLAC52ZB), XL1040 zone sensors; AMX, Control4, Crestron, Savant; Honeywell EnviraCOM 2.0

Zoning design and installation by AirGreen

Planning the zones

Successful zoning starts with an assessment of the house and its existing ductwork. Our technicians determine the logical zones and where the motorized dampers and zone sensors go, and check that the duct system lends itself to the planned layout. The XL1050 is then installed as the main control.

Installation and commissioning

The thermostat, the zone panel and the sensors are connected to the communicating system. We configure each zone, test the dampers and the airflow, connect the XL1050 over Wi-Fi or by Ethernet, pair Trane Home and Alexa, then set up the schedule and presets with you. If your home has a home automation system, we coordinate the integration with your integrator.

Maintenance

Clean the screen with a soft, dry cloth. Replace the filter as recommended, especially if you often use the air-cleaning cycles, and have the system serviced every year.

Why AirGreen

AirGreen Inc. is a family-owned Montreal HVAC company, in business for more than 15 years, holding an RBQ licence, with a showroom in Boucherville. We design and install central systems, heat pumps and zoning solutions, with a focus on even comfort in every room.

To buy the Trane ComfortLink II XL1050 TZON1050AC52ZA thermostat and have it professionally installed, contact AirGreen. We work in Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, the North Shore and the South Shore.