GS501Z Hot Sheet
Balboa Instruments
System PN 55399
System Model # GS5-GS501Z-RCA-3.0
Software Version # 43
EPN # 2708
Base PCBA - PN 55400
PCB GS500Z - PN 22015 Rev B
Base Panels
VL401 (LCD Lite Duplex) – PN 54094
VL402 (LCD Duplex Digital) – PN 54093
Optional Panels
VL200 (Mini bath) – PN 52144
VL240 (MVP240) – PN 53643
VL260 (MVP260) – PN 53645
Template used: 40599_L.pdf 01/07/2008
55399_97_C.pdf 04/09/2012
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System Revision History
System PN EPN
55399
55399
Date
Requested By
2708 01.15.2008 Balboa
N/A 04.09.12
BWG
Changes Made
New system
Add Alert box on page 6
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Basic System Features and Functions
Power Requirements
Single Service [3 wires (line, neutral, ground)]
• 230VAC, 50Hz, 1~, 16A/32A, (Circuit Breaker rating = 20A/40A max.)
Dual Service [5 wires (line 1, neutral 1, line 2, neutral 2, ground)]
• 230VAC, 50Hz, 1~, 2x 16A, (Circuit Breaker rating = 20A max each service.)
3-Phase Service [5 wires (line 1, line 2, line 3, neutral, ground)] Requires PCB Rev B.
• 400VAC, 50Hz, 3N~, 16A, (Circuit Breaker rating = 20A max each phase line.)
• IMPORTANT - Service must include a neutral wire, with a line to neutral voltage of 230VAC.
System Outputs
Setup 1 (As Manufactured)
• 230V Pump 1, 2-Speed
• 230V Blower
• 230V Ozone
• 10V Spa Light
• 230V AV (Stereo)
• 3.0kW Heater *
Optional Devices
• 230V Circ Pump
* Heater wattage is rated at 240V.
Additional Options
J71
J2A J1A
• Full Feature Dolphin Remote
and Spa-only Dolphin Remote
J1
• IR Receiver Module
Connects to terminal J1 or J2
(Must be 8-pin connector)
J2
• MoodEFX Lighting
Connects to Spa Light terminal J20
1
J18
J10
• FiberEFX Lighting
Connects to Spa Light terminal J20
U4
J19
J60
J8
J7
1
1
J44
1
1
J22
1
J12
EXT RLY
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1
AUX F
SEN A
SEN B
VAC
J11
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Basic System Features and Functions
Any time you change a DIP Switch, other than A1, you must reset Persistent
Memory for your new DIP Switch Settings changes to take effect. If you do
not reset Persistent Memory, your system may function improperly.
To reset Persistent Memory:
s Power down by disconnecting power source from spa.
s Put a jumper across J43, covering both pins. (See illustration below)
s Power up by connecting power source to spa.
s Wait until “ ” is displayed on your panel.
s Power down again.
s Remove jumper from J43 (May also move to cover 1 pin only)
s Power up again.
About Persistent Memory and Time of Day Retention:
This system uses memory that doesn’t require a battery to store a variety of
settings. What we refer to as Persistent Memory stores the filter settings,
the set temperature, and the heat mode.
Persistent Memory is not used for Time of Day. Only models with a
Serial Deluxe panel installed (VS5xxDZ and GS5xxDZ) can display the
time. However, during power loss to the spa, the system will lose the
correct time, and reset to 12:00 PM when power is restored.
Power Up Display Sequence
Upon power up, you should see the following on the display:
s Three numbers in a row, which are the SSID (the System Software
ID). The third display of these numbers is the Software Version,
which should match the version of your system. For example, if these
three numbers are
, that is a VS511SZ at version 38.
s Displayed next is: “ ” (indicating the system is configured for
a heater between 3 and 6 kW) or “ ” (indicating the system is
configured for a heater effectively* between 1 and 3 kW).
“ ” should appear for all VS models running at 240VAC.
“ ” should appear for all VS models running at 120VAC, as well
as all GS models. (*A heater which is rated at 4 kW at 240VAC will
function as a 1 kW heater at 120VAC.)
s “ ” will appear to signal the start of Priming Mode.
At this point, the power up sequence is complete. Refer to the Reference
Card for the VS or GS System model of your spa for information about how
the spa operates from this point on, including how to adjust the Time of
Day if using a Serial Deluxe style panel.
J43
TST
C
G
J90
J46
W7
K8
K9
T1
W3
J1 J1A
K5
W2
J20
K5
G
C
K4
J12
W1
SWITCHBANK
A
J29
J50
C
G
FUSE 3A 250V
C
G
C
S1 TST
G
C
G
J20
OZONE
J23
C
W4
PUMP
F1
G
C
J6 J43
J29
C
G
J47
G
J6
F4 FUSE .3A 250V
FUSE 20A 250V
F7
J50
K1
J17/26
J23
E.GND
K6
RST
SWITCHBANK A
K1
J10
J18
F2
J18
E.GND
AUX. F
SWITCHBANK
SEN. A
SEN. B
J1
K3
BLK AC
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F4
K2
LINE
J13
J8
J57
S1
HEATER
A
J43 on VS5xxZ and VS300 Series Main Board Shown.
J43 on GS5xxZ Series is located in approximately the same position.
J7
J8
SEN. A
SEN. B
J9
J26
J43
F2
J7
J58
J12
J2
J22
U4
WHT AC
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1
K3
K2
W1
J13
T0.25A 250V
J2A
SWITCHBANK
J43 on VS100/GS100 Series Main Board Shown.
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Wiring Configuration and DIP Settings
Setup 1 (As Manufactured)
• 230V Ozone
• 230V A\V (Stereo)
• 3.0kW Heater
Use X-P CE Expander for
Pump 2 With Blower
DIP switch A9 must be ON if Circ Pump is installed.
PUMP 1
J46
K8
N
N
TB1
C9
J20
K5
Spa
LightN
G
F4, T0.2A 250V
F3
10VAC
J72
J17/26
1
J13
F3A 250V
G
N
G
J322
F1
F7
F10A 250V
K1
K6
K9
2-Spd
1-Spd P1
P1
Ozone
CIRC. PUMP
G
Circ
N Pump
J255
J23
OZONE
Blower
Audio
G
N Visual
J47
J52
J29
G
AV
J50
J F6, T30A 480V
J51
Disconnect slip terminal with green
wires from J90 prior to performing
HiPot test. Failure to disconnect may
cause a false failure of the test.
Reconnect terminal to J90 after
successful completion of HiPot test.
• Duplex Main Panel
• 230V Circ Pump
(optional)
OPT. BLWR/PUMP 2
10VAC
• 230V Pump 1, 2-Speed
• 230V Blower
• 10V Spa Light
HIPot Testing Note:
J71
T1
2
J2A J1A
J58
J1
W2
J288
J2
K3
J266
3
1
J43
K4
4
J18
J10
U4
J57
F2
J101
HTR2
HTR1
K2
00
J19
S1
J90
J6
3.0 kW
J60
1
TST
SWITCHBANK A
J8
J7
1
1
J12
J44
1
GS50xZ mode
1
J22
W1
E.GND
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EXT RLY
1
AUX F
SEN A
SEN B
VAC
J11
3.0kW
Heater rated @ 240V
J11 must be Jumpered
WARNING: Main Power to system should be turned OFF BEFORE adjusting DIP switches.
WARNING: Persistent Memory (J43) must be RESET to allow new DIP switch settings to take effect. (See Persistent Memory page)
SSID #
100
63
43
J11
J12
3.0kW
Heater
A1, Test Mode OFF
A6, 50 Hz
A2, Mode changes allowed A7, J17/26, P1, TE, LT
A8, Degrees C
A9, Non-Circ Mode
A5, 2-speed P1
A10, High
Amp mode
mode
Low Amp
3=Temp
4=Light
2
3
4
Neutral (Common) AC Connections
Special AC Connections
2
Line AC Connections
1
10 Volt Connections
Relay Control Wires
J43
Memory
Reset
1
1
Wiring Color Key
3
Panel Button Positions
Panel Button Assignments
1=J17/26
2=Pump 1
GS501Z
Software
4
3
Board Connector Key
1
Typically Line voltage
2
Typically Line voltage for 2-speed pumps
3
Neutral (Common)
4
Ground
2
Note flat sides in connector
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DIP Switches and Jumpers Definitions
SSID 100 63 43
Base Model GS501Z
DIP Switch Key
A1 Test Mode (normally OFF)
A2 “ON” position: Standard mode only
“OFF” position: Std/Ecn/Sleep mode changes allowed
A3 “ON” position: use Mini Panel *
“OFF” position: use Digital Duplex or Light Duplex panel
A4 Aux Freeze (must be OFF)
A5+A9 Pump 1 speeds and Circ Modes:
Alert:
Blower or 1-speed Pump 2 is
required, connect to J17/26.
For no Blower and no Pump 2,
use GS500Z or GS515Z.
A5
A9
Circ Mode
Pump 1 Speed
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
Non-circ
Circ "acts like Pump 1 low" (filters/polls/ect)
24 hours with 3°F shut-off
24 hours with 3°F shut-off
2-speed
1-speed
1-speed
2-speed
A6 “ON” position: 50Hz operation
“OFF” position: 60Hz operation
A7 “ON” position: Button layout will be: Pump 1, Light, Temp Down, Temp Up with J17/26 on 1-button Aux panel **
“OFF” position: Button layout will be: J17/26, Pump 1, Temp, Light
A8 “ON” position: temperature is displayed in degrees Celsius
“OFF” position: temperature is displayed in degrees Fahrenheit
A10 “ON” position: heater is disabled while any high-speed pump or blower is running (low amperage mode)
“OFF” position: heater can run while any/all high-speed pumps or blowers are running (high amperage mode)
* Panels with button layout
are not compatible when either A3 or A7 is ON.
** J2 panel connector on Main Board must be a 6-pin connector. IR Receiver is not compatible.
Note: J17/26 is required. For no J17/26, use GS500Z.
Jumper Key
J11
If using 3kW or higher wattage heater, jumper can be set in either position, but may perform better on Pins 1 and 2.
If using 2.5kW or lower wattage heater, jumper must be set on 1 Pin only.
J12
Factory set. DO NOT MOVE.
Jumper must be on Pins 1 and 2 for GS51xZ/GS5xxSZ/GS5xxDZ software.
Jumper must be on Pins 2 and 3 for GS50xZ software.
J43
When jumper is placed on 2 pins during power-up, system will reset persistent memory.
Leave on 1 pin only to enable persistent memory feature.
WARNING:
•Setting DIP switches incorrectly may cause abnormal system behavior and/or damage to system components.
•Refer to Switchbank illustration on Wiring Configuration page for correct settings for this system.
•Contact Balboa if you require additional configuration pages added to this hot sheet.
Panel Button Positions
A3: OFF
1
1
2
A3:ON
3
1
2
4
3
4
4
3
A
2
A
Panel Button Assignments
1=J17/26
3=Temp
4=Light
1=Pump 1
2=Light
3=Temp Down
4=Temp Up
A7: OFF 2=Pump 1
A7:ON
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Electrical Service Configuration Options
Systems with PCB Rev B Only
AV
J50
J52
J F6, T30A 480V
J51
G
J29
J23
OZONE
PUMP 1
F1
F7
F10A 250V
K1
K6
K9
J13
F3A 250V
N
J47
J46
Single Service, TN and TT Electrical Systems
CIRC. PUMP
N
G
N
K8
N
N
G
G
J255
(1 x 16 Amp or 1 x 32 Amp)
10VAC
J17/26Line +
J72 1 Neutral + 1 Protective Earth)
3 Wires (1
J71
G
N
10VAC
F4, T0.2A 250V
OPT. BLWR/PUMP 2
T1
J58
Protective Earth wire (Green/Yellow) must be connected
to system ground terminal as marked.
2
J1
W2
This option is configured
and shipped as the default.
J2
J288
3
K3
J266
N1
J20
J2A J1A
1
L1
K5
F3
TB1
All equipment (pumps, blower, and heater) runs on
service line L1.
1
4
J43
K4
J57
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F2
W1
J101
HTR2
AV
J50
J52
HTR1
K2
00
J90
J19
Systems using only 1 DIP switch (A10) for heat disable:
For 1 x 16 Amp Service:
DIP Switch A10 must be ON.
For 1 x 32 Amp Service:
Set DIP Switch A10 such that total system amperage
draw never exceeds rated service input.
Systems using multiple DIP switches for heat disable:
Refer to system Hot Sheet DIP Switch Definition page
and set the switches shown in Table 1 such that total
system amperage draw never exceeds rated service input.
S1
J6
J F6, T30A 480V
J51
G
J29
J23
OZONE
PUMP 1
1
1
EXT RLY
J12
J44
1
1
1
J11
VAC
SEN B
SEN A
AUX F
F1
F7
F10A 250V
K1
K6
K9
1
TST
SWITCHBANK A
J8
J7
J60
J22
Balboa
J18
J10
U4
E.GND
AS MANUFACTURED
C9
G
J322
J13
F3A 250V
N
J47
J46
Dual Service, TN and TT Electrical Systems
CIRC. PUMP
N
G
N
K8
N
N
G
G
J255
OPT. BLWR/PUMP 2
T1
J1
The heater runs on
service line L1, while all other
J2
equipment, such as pumps and blowers, run on
service line L2.
J288
N1
N
Protective Earth wire (Green/Yellow) must be connected
to system ground terminal as marked.
W2
K3
J266
1
4
J43
K4
J57
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Completely remove the white wire from J26 and J32.
Note: J32 and J25 are electrically identical. The white
wire may be attached to either terminal before removal.
F2
W1
HTR2
J101
HTR1
00
K2
J90
J19
S1
J6
J60
1
TST
SWITCHBANK A
J8
J7
1
1
J12
J44
1
1
J22
Balboa
J18
J10
U4
E.GND
OPTIONAL
3
G
10VAC
F4, T0.2A 250V
J58
L1
J20
J2A J1A
1
L2
2
K5
F3
TB1
N2
C9
(2 x 16 Amp)
10VAC
J17/26LinesJ72+ 2 Neutrals + 1 Protective Earth)
5 Wires (2
J71
G
J322
EXT RLY
1
AUX F
SEN A
SEN B
VAC
J11
Systems using only 1 DIP switch (A10) for heat disable:
DIP Switch A10 must be OFF.
Systems using multiple DIP switches for heat disable:
Refer to system Hot Sheet DIP Switch Definition page
and set both switches shown in Table 1 to ON positions.
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Electrical Service Configuration Options
Systems with PCB Rev B Only
AV
J50
J52
J F6, T30A 480V
J51
G
J29
J23
OZONE
PUMP 1
F1
F7
F10A 250V
K1
K6
K9
J13
F3A 250V
N
J47
J46
3-Phase Service, TN and TT Electrical Systems
CIRC. PUMP
N
G
N
K8
N
N
G
G
J255
C9
G
J2A J1A
2
W2
J288
3
K3
J266
1
4
J43
K4
J57
F2
W1
HTR2
J101
HTR1
00
K2
J90
To an optional
fuse-protected
expansion board.
J19
S1
J6
J60
TST
SWITCHBANK A
1
1
J12
J44
J8
J7
1
1
1
J22
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J18
J10
U4
E.GND
OPTIONAL
Protective Earth wire (Green/Yellow)
must be connected
J71
to system ground terminal as marked.
IMPORTANT - Service
MUST include a neutral wire,
J1
with a line to neutral
voltage of 230VAC.
J2
The heater runs on service line L1.
All main-board equipment run on service line L3.
Addtional equipment, such as expansion boards,
run on service line L2.
Completely remove the white wire from J26 and J32,or J25.
Completely remove the blue wire from J28 and J58.
If an expansion board is installed, black wire must connect
to J28 (Line L2) only.
Systems using only 1 DIP switch (A10) for heat disable:
DIP Switch A10 must be OFF.
Systems using multiple DIP switches for heat disable:
Refer to system Hot Sheet DIP Switch Definition page
and set both switches shown in Table 1 to ON positions.
OPT. BLWR/PUMP 2
J58
N
10VAC
F4, T0.2A 250V
T1
L1
N
F3
10VAC
J72
J17/26
1
L2
J20
G
TB1
L3
K5
5 Wires (3 Lines + 1 Neutral + 1 Protective Earth)
J322
EXT RLY
1
AUX F
SEN A
SEN B
VAC
J11
NOTE:
•Not all GS5xxZ systems can support 3-Phase.
•3-Phase requires System PCB Rev B.
•If using an expansion board, the board must have fuse-protection.
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Electrical Service Configuration Options
Systems with PCB Rev B Only
AV
J50
J52
J F6, T30A 480V
J51
G
J29
J23
OZONE
PUMP 1
F1
F7
F10A 250V
K1
K6
K9
J13
F3A 250V
N
J47
J46
Single Service, IT Electrical System (No Neutral)
CIRC. PUMP
N
G
N
K8
N
N
G
G
J255
F4, T0.2A 250V
G
OPT. BLWR/PUMP 2
T1
N
Protective Earth wire (Green/Yellow) must be connected
to system groundJ1 terminal as marked.
J2A J1A
J58
2
W2
J288
J2
All equipment (pumps,
blower, and heater) runs on
service line L1 with L2 acting as the return.
3
K3
J266
1
4
F2
J101
HTR2
AV
J50
J52
HTR1
K2
00
J90
J19
S1
J6
J F6, T30A 480V
J51
G
J29
J23
OZONE
PUMP 1
J8
J7
1
TST
SWITCHBANK A
1
1
EXT RLY
J12
J44
1
1
1
SEN B
SEN A
AUX F
J11
VAC
F1
F7
F10A 250V
K1
K6
K9
J60
J22
W1
E.GND
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J10
U4
J57
Balboa
J18
Systems using only 1 DIP switch (A10) for heat disable:
For 1 x 16 Amp Service:
DIP Switch A10 must be ON.
For 1 x 32 Amp Service:
Set DIP Switch A10 such that total system amperage
draw never exceeds rated service input.
Systems using multiple DIP switches for heat disable:
Refer to system Hot Sheet DIP Switch Definition page
and set the switches shown in Table 1 such that total
system amperage draw never exceeds rated service input.
J43
K4
AS MANUFACTURED
J20
10VAC
1
L2
K5
F3
TB1
L1
C9
Line - Line voltage is 230VAC (1 x 16 Amp or 1 x 32 Amp)
10VAC
J17/26LinesJ72+ 1 Protective Earth)
3 Wires (2
J71
G
J322
J13
F3A 250V
N
J47
J46
3-Phase Service, IT Electrical System (No Neutral)
CIRC. PUMP
N
G
N
K8
N
N
G
G
J255
F4, T0.2A 250V
G
OPT. BLWR/PUMP 2
T1
2
W2
J288
Protective Earth wire (Green/Yellow) must be connected
to system groundJ1 terminal as marked.
J2
All equipment (pumps,
blower, and heater) runs on
service line L1 with L2 acting as the return.
3
K3
J266
N
J2A J1A
J58
1
4
F2
HTR2
J101
L3
Line 3 - Cap (Insulate) end,
Do not connect.
HTR1
00
K2
J90
J19
S1
J6
1
TST
SWITCHBANK A
J8
J7
J60
1
1
J12
J44
1
1
J22
W1
E.GND
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J10
U4
J57
Balboa
J18
Systems using only 1 DIP switch (A10) for heat disable:
For 1 x 16 Amp Service:
DIP Switch A10 must be ON.
For 1 x 32 Amp Service:
Set DIP Switch A10 such that total system amperage
draw never exceeds rated service input.
Systems using multiple DIP switches for heat disable:
Refer to system Hot Sheet DIP Switch Definition page
and set the switches shown in Table 1 such that total
system amperage draw never exceeds rated service input.
J43
K4
OPTIONAL
J20
10VAC
1
L2
K5
F3
TB1
L1
C9
Line - Line voltage is 230VAC
10VAC
J17/26LinesJ72+ 1 Protective Earth)
4 Wires (3
J71
G
J322
EXT RLY
1
AUX F
SEN A
SEN B
VAC
J11
NOTE:
•Not all GS5xxZ systems can support 3-Phase.
•3-Phase requires System PCB Rev B.
•If using an expansion board, the board must have fuse-protection.
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Ozone Connections
Note: A special tool is required to remove the pins from the connector body once they are snapped in
place. Check with your Balboa Account Manager for information on purchasing a pin-removal tool.
Balboa Ozone connector configuration for 230VAC 50Hz:
L
Black or Brown Line Conductor
Empty
White or Blue Neutral Conductor
Empty
N
Flat sides of sockets as shown
J50
Audio
G
R
B
W Visual
J29
J23
OZONE
PUMP 1
2-Spd P1
R
J51 F6, T30A 480V
CIRC. PUMP
B
J47
W
G
Circ
R
B
W Pump
J25
J32
Line - Black or Brown conductor
Not used
Neutral - White or Blue conductor
Not used
G
J52
AV
TB1
1
F4, T0.3A 250V
J90
J58
2
W2
J57
J28
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Duplex Panel Configurations
Heat
DEFAULT PANELS
Blower
Jets
Temp
A3 must be OFF
Light
Blower
Bl ow
Bl
owe r
owe
VL401 (LCD Lite Digital)
PN 54094 with Overlay PN 10669
• Connects to Main Board terminal J1 or J2
Set
Heat
Light
Jets
OPTIONAL PANELS
VL402 (LCD Duplex Digital)
PN 54093 with Overlay PN 10668
• Connects to Main Board terminal J1 or J2
• Not compatible with some configurations; not recommended for new designs
A3 must be ON
VL200 (Mini Panel)
PN 52144 with Overlay PN 11095
• Connects to Main Board terminal J1 or J2
Blower
Jets
Temp
Light
VL240 (MVP240)
MVP240)
PN 53643 with Overlay PN 11520
• Connects to Main Board terminal J1 or J2
Blower
Jets
Temp
Light
VL260 (MVP260)
PN 53645 with Overlay PN 11521
• Connects to Main Board terminal J1 or J2
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