MXG461B Series Modulating Control Valve  Technical Instructions 
with Magnetic Actuator  Document Number 125-4461 
  May 3, 2006 
Siemens Building Technologies, Inc.    Page 3 
 
Control 
The magnetic actuator can be driven by any controller with a 0/2 to 10 Vdc or 0/4 to 
20 mA output signal. 
To achieve optimum control performance, it is recommended to use a 4-wire connection 
for the valve.  
The controller’s signal ground terminal M must be connected to the valve’s terminal M. 
Terminals M and G0 have the same potential, and are internally interconnected in the 
valve’s electronics. 
 
 
CAUTION: 
You must use a four-wire connection with Vdc power supply. 
Basic Diagram 
SSEN0335R1
Power
Supply
Power
Control
Micro
Controller
Stroke
Control
Hand Control
Stroke
Sensor
Calib.
M
DIP-Switch
ON ON
12
ON
3
B-Mode
G
G0
Y
U
M
Z
X3 AMP
Bus-Subprint
Phs
0/4 to 20 mA
0/2 to 10 V
0/4 to 20 mA
0/2 to 10 V
Phs
Green / Red
SPh
0 to 20 Vdc
1M
 
 
Spring Return Action 
If the power or positioning signal is switched off or fails, the valve control path  
(port A → AB) is automatically closed by the force of the spring. 
 
Table 2.  Indication of Operating State. 
 
LED Indication Operating State, 
Function 
Remarks, Troubleshooting 
Lit  Control mode  Normal operation; everything OK.  
 
Green 
Flashing 
Calibration 
 
In manual control 
Wait until calibration is finished  
(green or red LED will be lit). 
Hand wheel in Man or Off position. 
Lit 
Calibration error 
 
Internal error 
Recalibrate (bridge contacts behind the 
calibration slot). 
Replace electronics module. 
 
 
Red 
Flashing 
Mains fault 
 
DC Supply -/+ 
Check electric main network (outside the 
frequency or voltage range);  
Vdc supply +/- connection polarity. 
Both  Dark  No power supply 
Electronics faulty 
Check electric main network, check wiring. 
Replace electronics module.