Saves Energy, and Reduces Costs Based on Motion Detection

Optimax ST Motion Sensor Thermostat

HotelTech designs and manufactures thermostats for properties across North America. You get reliable performance, intuitive controls, and dependable support, direct from the thermostat manufacturer.

Smart Thermostat with Sensors for Hospitality Spaces

Optimax ST is a smart setback thermostat with a built-in passive infrared motion sensor. It can support automatic setback operation when rooms are empty, helping reduce unnecessary heating and cooling energy usage.

  1. Slim, low-profile build that sits close to the wall
  2. Large, easy-to-read display for a clean guest experience
  3. Tactile ergonomic buttons with clear feedback
  4. Tamper-resistant construction for hospitality applications
  5. Tough, reliable performance in high-turnover environments

Setback Thermostat Without Complicated Controls

Saving energy doesn’t mean constant oversight or complicated building controls. Hotel energy management often starts right at the thermostat. Optimax ST includes:

  • Hidden field-programmable custom settings for qualified personnel
  • Motion-sensing performance designed for guestrooms
  • Setback support in unoccupied or unsold spaces
  • Better consistency across rooms with less manual oversight
  • Guest comfort is maintained when rooms are in use

 

It’s a practical approach to reducing waste while keeping guestrooms comfortable and easy to manage.

PTAC And Guestroom HVAC Applications

Optimax ST is available in a variety of models to match common guestroom HVAC needs, including PTAC thermostat applications.

Supported system model types include:

  • PTAC
  • Fan coil
  • Heat pump
  • Split system configurations

 

Your HotelTech representative can help select the Optimax ST model that best fits your specific application.

Built for Hospitality Environments

Our products are manufactured for demanding guestroom use. Controls are straightforward, and the unit is built to hold up in high-turnover hospitality spaces.

The Optimax ST is perfectly suited for peak performance in:

  • Hotels
  • Resorts
  • Casinos
  • Dormitories
  • Multi-Family Residential

Why Choose Us

HotelTech designs and manufactures guestroom thermostats, providing simple and reliable support to clients across North America.

Hospitality Specialists

Our thermostats are designed around guestroom conditions, where rooms turn over often, staff need straightforward controls, and comfort has to feel consistent.

Affordable Pricing

We manufacture our thermostats direct, so you avoid unnecessary markups and get commercial-grade performance at a lower price point.

Manufacturer-Direct Support

You get answers, service, and custom-programmed settings directly from the thermostat manufacturer, with fewer complications and faster help.

Proven Reliability

HotelTech thermostats are UL/CSA certified, commercial-grade, and trusted in over one million installations since 1992.

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If you’re looking for a dependable sensor thermostat that supports energy-conscious operation without complicating the guest experience, choose the Optimax ST. Contact us today for a quote.

Optimax ST Sensor Thermostat Specifications

Input

24, 120, 208/230 or 277 VAC available.

Size

Approximately 5″h x 5″w x 3/4″d.

Mounting

2″ x 4″ or 4″ x 4″ mounting box. Larger wall plates available.

Case Material

Commercial-grade, high-density, high-impact, textured polycarbonate.

Display

LCD with Backlighting. Easy to read; shows selected Set Temperature and Fan Mode. Display size is approximately 3″w x 1-1/2”h.

Load

  • 24V AC/DC: 1 amp Max. per stage; Not to exceed 2 amps Total Combined Load
  • 110-120 VAC: Pilot Duty Heat or Cool, 2 amps Max; Max Fan, 4.4 FLA; 26 LRA
  • 208-240 VAC: Pilot Duty Heat or Cool, 2 amps Max; Max Fan, 2.2 FLA; 13 LRA
  • 265-277 VAC: Pilot Duty Heat or Cool, 2 amps Max; Max Fan, 1.8 FLA; 10.8 LRA

Approval

Certified to UL and CSA standards.

Motion Detection

Optimax ST model only: Human body type passive infrared (PIR) sensor. Primary detection zone covers a 90 ° span left to right and 80 ° from floor to ceiling. Distance range extends to a 16-foot radius measured from thermostat's center.

Temperature Range

  • Selectable Range: 60°-90°F (16°-29°C).
  • Adjustable Range (“Limits”): 66°F (19°C) Cooling limit. 82°F (30°C) Heating limit.

Temperature Selection

Pushbutton, red and blue arrows, for easy temperature selection in 1°F or 1°C increments.

Power Button

Press to start up the display. Default set temperature upon start-up is 72°F (22°C). Adjustable.

°F/°C Button

Pressing the °F/°C button allows the user to change from a °F to °C display.

Fan Button

Press to toggle through available Fan Speed or Mode options. One, two or three-speed models are available. The Optimax ST Thermostats can automatically select the optimal fan speed for performance and energy efficiency.

Auto Heat/Cool

User-friendly, automatic switching between heating and cooling. Heat/Cool Temperature Dead Band is 4°F (2°C). Cool-only and Heat-only models are also available.

Surge Protection

Designed to handle typical brown-out/surge situations.

Diagnostic Mode

For engineering diagnostic purposes, the thermostat can interchangeably display the actual room temperature AND the set temperature and fan status by simultaneously pressing and holding the red and blue buttons for 7 seconds, then releasing.

Programming Mode

Simple and hidden, for qualified personnel to field-customize features according to their HVAC system and to their energy conservation requirements.

Specifications

Specifications subject to change.

FAQs

What is a digital setback thermostat?

A digital setback thermostat automatically adjusts temperature settings when a space is unoccupied. In hospitality environments, this helps reduce energy use in empty guestrooms while maintaining comfort when rooms are in use.

The best setback temperature depends on your property’s comfort standards, HVAC system, and operating goals. Many hotels set limits that balance guest satisfaction with energy conservation, using programmable ranges configured by qualified staff.

Optimax ST includes a built-in passive infrared motion sensor, supporting automatic setback operation based on room occupancy.

In guestrooms, Thermostats perform best when installed in an open area with normal room activity. Proper placement helps ensure accurate motion detection and consistent temperature control.

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HotelTech works directly with hospitality teams to match the right model, support your setup, and deliver a thermostat built for guestroom performance.

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