Introducció
The Venstar T8900 ColorTouch Thermostat is an advanced climate control solution designed for modern homes. It features a vibrant touchscreen display, smart programming capabilities, and Wi-Fi connectivity for remote access. This manual provides detailed instructions for installation, operation, and maintenance of your T8900 thermostat.

Image: The Venstar T8900 ColorTouch Thermostat, showcasing its high-resolution display with a vibrant green field and blue sky background, indicating a comfortable room temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit.
Característiques clau
- Controls humidification & dehumidification, compatible with gas/electric, heat pump, and electric units up to 4-stages de calor i 2-stagi xulo.
- Built-in 2.4Ghz wireless B/G/N WiFi antenna, supporting WEP and WPA/WPA2.
- Flexible programming: 7, 5/2, 1-day, or non-programmable with a 365-day vacation calendar. Up to 4 time periods per day (Morning, Day, Evening, Night).
- Full color touchscreen with customizable wallpaper and screen savers, featuring a 4.3” diagonal viewzona d'ing.
- Three advanced security levels with a customizable 4-digit passcode for full screen lock.
- Energy Watch feature tracks heating, cooling, and auxiliary heat hours for energy usage monitoring.
- Optional auxiliary heat lockout based on outdoor temperature and Emergency Heat switch for heat pump mode.
- Display supports English, Spanish, and French languages.
- Service filter and service UV lamp indicadors.
- All programming and setpoints are stored in non-volatile memory, ensuring data retention during power failures.
Producte acabatview
Familiarize yourself with the main components and screen layouts of your Venstar T8900 thermostat.

Image: A detailed diagram illustrating the various elements of the Venstar T8900 thermostat's interface, including the backlit ColorTouch display, connectivity symbols, buttons (Warmer, Cooler, Fan, Mode, Menu, Home/Away, Back, Scrolling), and menu structures.
Home Screen Elements:
- Connectivity Symbol Table: Indica l'estat de la connexió Wi-Fi.
- Temperatura exterior: Displays outdoor temperature if an optional accessory is used.
- Drop Down Sensor Button: Accesses sensor information.
- Ranura per a targeta SD: For firmware updates and photo galleries.
- Warmer/Cooler Buttons: Adjust temperature setpoints.
- Botó del ventilador: Controls fan operation.
- Botons de mode: Select heating, cooling, or auto modes.
- Botó de menú: Accesses main menu.
- Data i hora: Mostra la data i l'hora actuals.
- Home/Away Button: Toggles between home and away settings.
Instal·lació
Compatibilitat
The Venstar ColorTouch Wi-Fi Thermostat is designed for use with 24V systems that require both R and C wires. It is compatible with a wide range of HVAC systems, including:
- Heating: One, two, and three stages (W1, W2, W3)
- Cooling: One and two stages (Y1, Y2)
- Heat pump: With auxiliary and emergency heat (Y, W1, O/B)
- Ventilador (G)
- Power (C, R)
- Humidificador o deshumidificador (HUM, DEHUM)
- Sistemes de combustible dual (bomba de calor amb forn)
- Humidificadors i deshumidificadors per a tota la llar

Image: A visual representation of the Venstar T8900's system compatibility and a list of included items: Thermostat, Thermostat base, Drywall Anchors and Screws, and This Quick Start Manual.
Continguts
El paquet del producte normalment inclou els elements següents:
- Termòstat Venstar T8900
- Base del termòstat
- Drywall Anchors and Screws
- Manual d’inici ràpid
Connexions de cable
Before connecting wires, ensure power to your HVAC system is turned off at the circuit breaker. Refer to the table below for proper wire terminal designations. If your old thermostat's terminal designations do not match, consult a professional or the full installation manual.

Image: A table detailing the wire connections for the Venstar T8900 thermostat. It lists common wire functions and their corresponding terminals on both old thermostats and the new T8900, including notes for heat pump systems.
| Wire from old thermostat terminal marked | Funció | Install on the new thermostat connector marked |
|---|---|---|
| G o F | Ventilador | G |
| Y1, Y | Refrigeració | Y1 |
| W1, W | Calefacció | W1 / O / B |
| Rh, R, M, Vr, A | Poder | R |
| C | Comú | C |
| O/B | Vàlvula reversible | W1/O/B* |
| W2 | 2n Stage Calor | W2 |
| Y2 | 2n Stage Refredament | Y2 |
| W3 | 3r Stage Calor | W3 |
| OUT - | Sensor exterior | SENSOR |
| SORTIDA + | Sensor exterior | SENSOR |
| * O/B is used if your system is a Heat Pump. | ||
Configuració
Engegada i configuració inicials
- After installation and power restoration, the thermostat will guide you through initial setup.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to set the date, time, and language (English, Spanish, French options available).
- Configure your system type (Gas/Electric, Heat Pump) as prompted. Incorrect settings can damage your system.
Connectivitat Wi-Fi
Connecting your T8900 to Wi-Fi enables remote control via the mobile app and integration with smart home assistants.
- From the main menu, navigate to the Wi-Fi settings.
- Select your home Wi-Fi network from the list of available networks.
- Introduïu la contrasenya de la Wi-Fi amb el teclat en pantalla.
- Once connected, the Wi-Fi symbol on the home screen will indicate a successful connection.
- Download the dedicated mobile app (compatible with iOS and Android) to control your thermostat remotely.
Instruccions de funcionament
Ajust de la temperatura
On the home screen, use the Més càlid i Més fred botons per ajustar el punt de consigna de temperatura desitjat.
Canvi de modes
Premeu el botó Mode botó per anar canviant pels modes de funcionament disponibles:
- Calor: Thermostat will only heat to maintain the setpoint.
- Genial: Thermostat will only cool to maintain the setpoint.
- Automàtic: Thermostat automatically switches between heating and cooling to maintain the setpoint range.
- Apagat: HVAC system is turned off.
Funcionament del ventilador
Premeu el botó Ventilador botó per seleccionar el funcionament del ventilador:
- Automàtic: El ventilador només funciona quan la calefacció o la refrigeració estan activades.
- A: El ventilador funciona contínuament.
Horaris de programació
The T8900 allows for 7-day, 5/2-day, or 1-day programming with up to four time periods per day.
- Premeu el botó Menú button and navigate to the "Schedule" or "Program" section.
- Select your desired programming type (7-day, 5/2-day, or 1-day).
- For each day and time period (Morning, Day, Evening, Night), set your desired heating and cooling temperatures.
- Save your changes. The thermostat will now automatically adjust temperatures based on your schedule.
Manteniment
Filtre i UV Lamp Indicadors
The T8900 provides indicators to remind you when to service your air filter and UV lamp (si escau).
- When the "Service Filter" or "Service UV Lamp" indicator appears, it's time to inspect or replace the respective component.
- After servicing, reset the indicator through the thermostat's menu settings.
Actualitzacions de firmware
Periodically check for firmware updates to ensure your thermostat has the latest features and improvements. Updates can often be performed via Wi-Fi or using an SD card.

Image: A visual guide demonstrating how to update the thermostat firmware using the ColorTouch Desktop Application, which prepares firmware for transfer via an SD card when internet access is unavailable.
Resolució de problemes
If you encounter issues with your Venstar T8900 thermostat, refer to the common problems and solutions below.
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
|---|---|---|
| La pantalla del termòstat està en blanc. | No hi ha corrent al termostat. | Check circuit breaker for your HVAC system. Ensure C-wire is properly connected. |
| No es pot connectar a la Wi-Fi. | Contrasenya incorrecta, senyal feble o problema amb el router. | Double-check Wi-Fi password. Move thermostat closer to router if possible. Restart your router. |
| Temperature not changing. | System mode incorrect, fan setting, or programming conflict. | Verify thermostat is in Heat or Cool mode, not Off. Check fan setting. Review programmed schedule for conflicts. |
| Thermostat is unresponsive. | Error temporal de programari. | Perform a soft reset by turning off power at the circuit breaker for 30 seconds, then restoring power. |
Especificacions
- Nom del model: T8900
- Marca: Venstar
- Tipus de controlador: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Push Button
- Característiques especials: Auto Changeover, Fan Control, Filter Indicator, Geofence Technology, Programmable
- Color: Blanc
- Usos específics: Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier, Furnace, Heat Pump, Humidifier
- Tipus de control de temperatura: Calefacció, refrigeració
- Tecnologia de connectivitat: Wi-Fi (2.4Ghz B/G/N)
- Components inclosos: Anchor Bolt, Installation manuals, Thermostat
- Pes de l'article: 11.2 unces
- Forma: Rectangular
- Mida de la pantalla: 4.3 polzades (diagonal)
- Mètode de control: Aplicació, comandament a distància, tàctil
- Il·luminació de fons: Sí
- Dimensions del producte: 6 x 3.9 x 1 polzades (L x A x A)





