Hayward OmniPL

Hayward OmniPL

OmniLogic Troubleshooting Guide Residential

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Hayward OmniPL was introduced in November 2020 as a mid-range automation solution for pools that did not need all the capabilities of the Hayward OmniLogic system.

OmniPL has the following features:

• external touchscreen display on a 15-foot cord
• four built-in high voltage relays that can be easily upgraded to six internal relays plus two additional Smart Relay (HLH485RELAY)
• control of up to eight variable-speed pumps using RS-485 communications without a relay
• control up to 4 automatic valve actuators
• 5 external inputs; 3 for temperature sensing, 2 for external input devices
  • water temperature sensor is required for heater operation
  • air temperature sensor is required if freeze protection is desired
  • solar sensor is necessary for solar heating systems
• integrated TurboCell S3 SWG controls
• control an optional Hayward Aqua Rite salt chlorinator for a second SWG cell for large pools
• input for ORP and pH sensing (HL-CHEM)
• connection for a flow switch (GLX-FLO) to detect water flow
• OmniDirect Mode which controls ColorLogic LED lighting
• built-in wireless and Ethernet port
• OmniLogic app control
• 100amp service subpanel with 8 circuit breaker capacity

The OmniPL Controller contains the WiFi radio for wireless networking, a RJ45 jack on the bottom for direct Ethernet connection, and a USB connector for firmware updates and logging.

The standard cables lengths for flow switches and temperature sensors, as well as optional accessories like Hayward TurboCells and actuators are all 15 ft. (5m) long.

The OmniPL should be connected to the pool bonding system by an 8AWG (6AWG for Canada) wire. A lug for bonding is provided on the outside/bottom of the OmniPL enclosure.

OmniPL Retrofit Kit

The OmniPL Retrofit Kit will change an ProLogic, AquaLogic, ECOMMAND or AquaPlus system to OmniPL. The Retrofit Kit Installation Manual discusses some accessories that are not compatible with the OmniPL.

The OnmiPL Retrofit Kit only contains:

• OmniPL mainboard
• Touch screen controller with cord
• 4 conductor transformer secondary cable
• 2 conductor transformer primary cable
• 2 conductor power input cable

AquaLogic to Omni PL Upgrade Kit Install has lots of pictures of the upgrade process.

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Hayward Prologic to OmniPL Retrofit

A member had the 20AMP fuse on the OmniPL PCB blowing and after working with Hayward Support the fix required replacing the old Prologic transformer with HLX-TRNSFMR.

The AQL-CHEM used on the ProLogic system is not compatible with the OmniPL since it does not have the HUA addressing the Omni systems use. The AQL-CHEM is an ORP and pH sensing kit that was offered as an accessory for all Goldline Aqua Rite Pro chlorine generators and Pro Logic pool controls. The HL-CHEM Sense & Dispense system replaced the AQL-CHEM and is compatible with the OmniPL.

Hayward ECOMMAND to OmniPL Retrofit

A member did this YouTube Video upgrading from a Hayward ECOMMAND 4 to OmniPL.

Because the ECOMMAND did not require a transformer, a Hayward GLXS3PLXFMR transformer must be purchased separately to power the OmniPL mainboard. Members have had difficulty sourcing the transformer and harness. The GLX-XFMR transformer for the Prologic/AquaPlus can also be used.

Hayward Ecostar VSP with OmniPL

The Retrofit Kit Installation Manual says:

NOTE: For systems using a Hayward Ecostar VSP running firmware version less than R3.0.5 (pumps built before 2014), a Hayward SPX3400LCD display must be purchased and installed on the EcoStar pump if variable speed operation is desired with the OmniPL. If single speed control is desired, no changes are necessary.

Networked ColorLogic Lights with OmniPL

The Retrofit Kit Installation Manual says:

NOTE: If the control is using networked ColorLogic Lights, the lights must be put into “Standalone” (default) mode before disconnecting the control. The OmniPL can only control ColorLogic lights in “Standalone” mode.

Hayward Omni Firmware

Hayward has unified firmware for Omnilogic, OmniPL, and Omni Hub systems.

OmniPL firmware can be updated over the air (OTA) or using the USB port on the bottom of the controller.

The preferred USB drive to use is the Sandisk Cruzer. USB drives must be 16GB or less. Firmware files used for the upgrades should be stored at the top level (root) of the USB (not placed in folders and subfolders).

See the Release Notes for a firmware upgrade for the recommended steps to upgrade.

Hayward Omni Control of Pentair Lights

Make sure your Omni is up to date with the latest software. Current revision as of November 2023 is 4.08.

The manual is not up to date with the current firmware. When you get into the config menu to set up your lights, you'll have an option for "P-series" and that is what will allow you to control the Pentair lights.

OmniPL Aquarite Control

The OmniPL has an Aquarite controller builtin. The Aquarite cell connection is behind the red sticker.

HLBPRO4SW is ready for salt once you add a Hayward Salt Cell.

HLBPLUS4W comes bundled with a TCell940 for pools up to 40,000 gallons

A flow switch GLX-FLO is required for Aquarite or Sense and Dispense accessories and is not included with the system. The Hayward P_KIT contains a flow switch and cell unions needed for the Aquarite cell installation. There must be at least a 12” (30cm) straight pipe run before (upstream) the flow switch. To ensure proper operation, verify that the arrow on the flow switch points in the direction of water flow.

Follow the directions on the red sticker to select the T-Cell model in the menu before connecting the cell.

OmniPL Controlling Second Aquarite System

An Aquarite S3 System can be directly connected to the OmniPL RS-485 as a second SWG.

An Aquarite System must have a HLAQRPCB communication board installed to operate with the OmniPL as a second SWG.

While the Hayward OmniPL Installation manual says it can control two SWG systems 2 SWG’s on an Omni PL? reports it does not work. If you plan to do that check with Hayward Support and see if the OmniPL has been updated.

Repairs

There is a lot of parts commonality between the Omnilogic and OmniPL systems since 2020.

There was a change in parts including the PCBA and transformer between pre 2022 and 2023+.

There are 2 versions of the Omni PL. The Pro and Plus. The Pro has 1 green LSBUS in the top left corner and the Plus has 1 in the top left and I think 2 more right next to it. The Pro has the dc converter integrated on the board where the Plus has it on the right as a separate board.

Extending the OmniPL Controller Cable

Members have replaced the 15 foot display cable with 6 wire 22 gauge cable.

OmniPL Controller Connector

The connector for the display controller is JST XH connector with 6 pins.

OmniPL Power Connector

The power connector is Molex 50-84-1025 with female pins.