Motor Controllers
Installation & Setup Guide
How to mount and wire the MX-1P control module into an existing single-phase motor starter panel.
Section: Moto-X 1-Phase
Safety Requirements
The MX-1P module wires to the control coil circuit of an existing starter — however the panel still contains live 220V AC mains wiring. All work inside the starter enclosure must be performed with the mains supply fully isolated and locked off.
Steps
- Switch off and lock out the mains circuit breaker feeding the motor starter before opening the enclosure.
- Confirm 0V AC between Line and Neutral at the starter input terminals using a multimeter before touching any wiring.
- The MX-1P control circuit (12V DC and RS485) can be connected by a competent technician. The coil output wiring must be handled by a qualified electrician where it passes near 220V mains terminals.
- Never connect the MX-1P V+ or RS485 terminals to mains voltage — the module operates on 12V DC only.
- Ensure all 220V mains connections remain intact from the previous installation — only the coil control wiring (A1/A2) is modified when installing the MX-1P.
Tools Required
Tool Checklist
| Preview | Quantity | Item | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| × 1 | Flat-Head Screwdriver (3 mm) | For MX-1P terminal block screws (control circuit, RS485, 12V DC) | |
| × 1 | Flat-Head Screwdriver (5 mm) | For mains terminal blocks inside the existing starter (if adjustments needed) | |
| × 1 | Wire Strippers | To prepare 1.0 mm² and 1.5 mm² control cable ends | |
| × 1 | Multimeter | To verify 0V AC at mains terminals before work and 12V DC at module after power-up | |
| As required | RS485 Shielded Twisted-Pair Cable | 1.0 mm² shielded cable for RS485 A and B connection from module to gateway | |
| As required | 1.5 mm² Control Cable | For wiring from MX-1P switching output to contactor coil A1 terminal | |
| × 1 | DIN Rail Snips or Hacksaw | If extending the DIN rail inside the existing enclosure to mount the MX-1P module |
Flat-Head Screwdriver (3 mm)
For MX-1P terminal block screws (control circuit, RS485, 12V DC)
Flat-Head Screwdriver (5 mm)
For mains terminal blocks inside the existing starter (if adjustments needed)
Wire Strippers
To prepare 1.0 mm² and 1.5 mm² control cable ends
Multimeter
To verify 0V AC at mains terminals before work and 12V DC at module after power-up
RS485 Shielded Twisted-Pair Cable
1.0 mm² shielded cable for RS485 A and B connection from module to gateway
1.5 mm² Control Cable
For wiring from MX-1P switching output to contactor coil A1 terminal
DIN Rail Snips or Hacksaw
If extending the DIN rail inside the existing enclosure to mount the MX-1P module
What's in the Box
Included Items
| Preview | Quantity | Item | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| × 1 | MX-1P Control Module | Main IoT control module for DIN rail mounting | |
| × 1 | RS485 Terminal Block | 2-position screw terminal for RS485 A and B wiring | |
| × 1 | 12V DC Input Terminal | 2-position screw terminal for control power supply connection | |
| × 1 | DIN Rail Clip | Spring clip for 35 mm DIN rail mounting | |
| × 1 | Quick Installation Card | Printed reference card with terminal diagram and commissioning steps |
MX-1P Control Module
Main IoT control module for DIN rail mounting
RS485 Terminal Block
2-position screw terminal for RS485 A and B wiring
12V DC Input Terminal
2-position screw terminal for control power supply connection
DIN Rail Clip
Spring clip for 35 mm DIN rail mounting
Quick Installation Card
Printed reference card with terminal diagram and commissioning steps
Removing an Old Smart Controller
The MX-1P is intended for retrofit use. Keep the existing single-phase starter, overload relay, and motor power wiring in place, and remove only the previous smart or manual control method before installing the MX-1P control circuit.
Steps
- Do not remove the existing starter contactor or overload relay if they are in serviceable condition.
- Disconnect old timer, float-switch, or manual switch wiring only from the coil control side where the MX-1P output will take over.
- Retain any healthy overload trip contact in series with the contactor coil so hardware overload protection continues to operate independently of the smart controller.
- If the existing starter enclosure is damaged, corroded, or has loose terminals, replace the enclosure or the complete starter assembly before installing the MX-1P.
- If the existing panel already contains another automation controller, remove or isolate its coil output so it cannot issue conflicting start and stop commands alongside the MX-1P.
Guided Help Center
Identify any old controller, timer, or automation relay connected to the contactor coil circuit.
Panel Mounting
Mount the MX-1P module on the existing DIN rail inside the starter enclosure, or on a supplementary DIN rail section added beside the existing components.
Steps
- With the mains supply isolated, open the existing starter enclosure.
- Identify a free section of DIN rail (minimum 40 mm) adjacent to the existing contactor. If no free space exists, add a short DIN rail section using adhesive DIN rail or a bolt-on extension.
- Clip the MX-1P module onto the DIN rail — press down on the spring clip until it snaps into place.
- Route 12V DC and RS485 wiring paths away from 220V mains cable routes — maintain at least 30 mm separation or use a cable duct divider.
- Fit the 12V DC DIN rail power supply if not already present — clip it onto the DIN rail next to the MX-1P module.
Guided Help Center
Open the enclosure and identify a free DIN rail section near the existing starter components.
Control Circuit Wiring
The MX-1P switching output connects to the existing contactor coil circuit. Only the A1 and A2 coil connections change — all mains (L, N, motor, capacitor) wiring remains untouched.
Steps
- Identify the contactor coil terminals A1 and A2 inside the existing starter. These are the small terminals (typically 2.5 mm² screws) connected to the on/off switch, timer, or push-button circuit.
- Disconnect the existing control wiring from A1 (the switched side). Leave A2 connected — it typically goes to Neutral.
- Connect a 1.5 mm² wire from the MX-1P SWITCHING OUTPUT terminal to contactor coil A1.
- If the existing starter has an overload relay trip contact wired in the coil circuit, keep it in series between the MX-1P output and A1 — this preserves hardware overload protection.
- Connect the 12V DC power supply positive (+) output to MX-1P V+, and negative (−) to MX-1P V−.
- Connect RS485 cable: A core → MX-1P RS485-A terminal, B core → MX-1P RS485-B terminal. Connect cable shield to panel earth at panel end only.
- Verify the coil voltage selector on the MX-1P matches your contactor coil voltage (230V AC or 24V DC) before restoring power.
Guided Help Center
Locate the contactor coil terminals A1 and A2 inside the existing starter panel.
Commissioning & First Start
Steps
- Close and latch the enclosure. Restore 12V DC power first — confirm MX-1P LED turns green (running) or flashes blue (pairing mode if not yet linked).
- Restore mains supply to the starter panel.
- Complete Gateway Linking before issuing the first start command — see the Gateway Linking guide.
- Once linked, open the HPzenAi app and tap the motor controller tile. Tap Manual Control → Start.
- Confirm the contactor energises (audible click) and the motor starts. Verify the pump delivers water or the equipment runs as expected.
- If the motor hums but does not start, check the capacitor wiring — a missing or failed capacitor is the most common cause on single-phase motors.
- Set overload relay current dial on the contactor to the motor nameplate FLA (if not already set).