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1. CHASE RATE SELECT CHASE AUTO REVERSE _ CHASE DIRECTION CONTROL SET UP FUNCTIONS SOFT PATCH ENABLE SLAVE ENABLE ANALOGUE INPUT DISABLE PREHEAT OPERATING TEMPERATURE REGULATION DIMMER RESPONSE CURVE SELECT CONTROL INPUT FILTER LOCK SOFTWARE ENABLE DISABLE 13 13 14 14 15 15 15 16 16 17 17 17 18 18 18 19 19 19 20 20 20 21 21 21 22 22 STATUS INDICATORS MODE SELECT SWITCH RESETTING PARAMETERS NEUTRAL ERROR INDICATOR 22 23 23 24 The Electrol dx dimmer packs are sophisticated electronic devices that are potentially dangerous if improperly installed or operated Electrol Engineering Inc Electrol hereby disclaims any and all liability for any injury or damage caused by the faulty installation or improper operation of the equipment Therefore it is imperative that you the Customer or end user install and operate the equipment according to the terms and instructions of this User Manual If you have any questions please contact a representative from Electrol or a qualified professional in your area INTRODUCTION The installation of a dimmer is a very complicated and potentially hazardous area Dealing with power line voltage and currents that have capability to present great damage to people and property presents a significant obligation to you the installer or user Insuring that all appropriate safeguards are secured is up to you This manual will furnish as much technical and operational in2. ELECTROL ENGINEERING INC WILL REPAIR OR AT ITS OPTION REPLACE AT NO CHARGE COMPONENTS THAT PROVE TO BE DEFECTIVE THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY ACCIDENT OR SUBJECT TO MISUSE NEGLECT OR AS A RESULT OF SERVICE OR MODIFICATION BY ANYONE OTHER THAN ELECTROL ENGINEERING INC This warranty is limited to repair of the product or replacement thereof at the discretion of Electrol Engineering Inc Equipment requiring repair should be suitably packaged including a note with the owner s name and address and a description of the reason for return The sender s name and or return address should also be included if different from that of the owner Ship package prepaid to Electrol Engineering Inc at 500 A Bynum Road Forest Hill Maryland 21050 Attn Service Department We suggest that you insure the package We will endeavor to complete repairs within fifteen 15 working days from date of receipt of product by Electrol Engineering Inc All warranty repairs made at no charge Shipping charges are not covered by this warranty The return of Electrol Engineering Inc products beyond the scope of this warranty will be considered to imply authorization for repair charges up to 10 of the current suggested list price of this product The repaired equipment will be returned to the owner with repair and shipping charges C O D All repairs involving more than 10 will be quoted before work is commenced ELECTROL ENGINEERING IN
3. disables soft patching Ptch off enables the dimmer channels to be assigned in groups of either 3 6 or 12 D360dx D625dx D125dx using a starting address for the first dimmer channel Ptch on allows full soft patching i e any dimmer channel may be patched to any DMX channel Soft patch on memory pages 1 5 only ALSO SEE DIMMER CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS 19 SLAVE ENABLE Exit setup Return S lav ON to VAC monitoring Advance to analogue input disable function On Off The slave function allows multiple dx dimmer units to be addressed via one dx dimmer using the spare pins 4 amp 5 on the DMX control connectors With slave enabled and PAGE set to 0 this dx dimmer will receive a starting address from an upstream dx pack This feature is useful in multiple dimmer installations share DMX addressing follows an incremental numbering scheme NOTE dx dimmers utilize pins 4 amp 5 of the XLR connectors for this function you as the user must determine suitability with other manufacturer s equipment which may or may not also use these spare pins for other proprietary signaling Consult factory if uncertain about compatibility ANALOGUE INPUT DISABLE Exit setup Return Anln On to VAC monitoring Advance to Preheat function On Off This function simply turns on or off the analogue control input to the dimmer Default setting is on PRE HEAT Exit setup Return PrHt 7 to VAC monitoring Oe G 0A Advances to TEMP fu
4. look This parameter allows the chase to auto reverse after a selected number of sequence loops any number higher than zero determines the number of chase loops until the chase reverses direction Next select the initial direction of the sequence by depressing the center button Default value is 0 18 CHASE DIRECTION CONTROL Exit Chase window Dir Fr d Advance to setup k Om DO Oe Return to sequence program select Forward This is the last parameter in the chase menu which determines the initial direction of the sequencer loop i e the first look to the last look Frd or the last look to the first look bAc Depressing one of the buttons on the right changes direction of the chase The center button returns to the main sequencer program select menu Exits setup and Q x SET UP mains monitoring VAC l B L TTE Advances to soft patch enable function The SETUP function is used to access and select DMX patch on off and slave on off displays analogue input on off pre heat on off temperature F or C regulation on off curve select IES LIN filter on off and lock on off Depressing the center button will display the soft patch enable function This setup menu may hold future software revisions upgrades based on user requirements Contact factory for update revision level SOFT PATCH ENABLE Exit setup Return Ptch OFF to VAC monitoring Im O Wa Advance to slave enable function On Off This function enables or
5. of chassis surfaces Front access shall allow operation and control of all dimmer functions and direct viewing of status of unit in operating condition LCD displays requiring rear illumination are unacceptable The unit shall indicate all operating parameters and set up criteria via an LED display LCD displays will not be acceptable due to poor visibility constraints Rear access shall allow the termination of individual loads via output connectors Connector shall be specified The output connector shall be separated from line input and control connectors Control connections shall be XLR gold plated 5 pin for DMX signal and D sub gold plated 15 pin for analogue signal The dimmer pack shall accept analogue control 0 10Vdc as well as USITT1994 DMX512 control protocol Provision shall be made to self terminate if unit is the last devices on the DMX512 line Termination value 120 Input service connections shall be designed to facilitate one two or three separate 120V AC 230V AC WRT Neutral connections The unit shall automatically recognize which line voltage is being used and configure all internal timing and control accordingly At full load the dimmer pack shall require 144 Amperes 12 x 12 Amps 126 Amperes 6 x 21 Amps or 150 Amperes 3 x 50 Amps 4 DESIGN CRITERIA CONT D All active components shall be circuit breaker protected Channel circuit breakers shall be rated for continuous current of selected version of dim
6. 0VAC 45 65Hz Standard US Color Code Electrical Wiring Standard European Colour Code Electrical Wiring Green Safety Ground Black LI R White Neutral Brown L2 S Black Hot Leg X Black L3 T Red Hot Leg Y Blue N N Blue Hot Leg Z of 3 systems Green Yellow G E Safety features have been incorporated within the dx dimming unit which shut down disable all outputs and reports error message Neut Err on display in the event of cross wiring the neutral or ground to a hot phase Correcting the wiring error followed by a reset will resume normal operation of the unit without damage to the product A discussion of multiphase power systems is beyond the scope of this manual Be sure to avoid industrial services with one or more legs over 120VAC relative to neutral I e 220 420 3 delta with no neutral or 120 240 2008 wild leg services with one leg 250 volts relative to neutral Although connection to these services have been accomplished it is strongly recommended to seek the help of a qualified electrician to do so This information is for educational purposes only Only qualified electricians should work with electrical power systems and installer is responsible for seeing that all installations meet applicable code and safety requirements LOAD WIRING Load wiring is less difficult than power wiring because the circuits are over current protected by the dimmer circuit breakers and currents are in the
7. Brown 1 Green 5 White 9 Red 2 Blue 6 Black 0 Orange 3 Violet 7 CABLE DATA Note that the connector and cable ampacity required is determined by the ampacity of the breaker or fuse protecting the circuit and not by the current drawn by the load attached to it Be sure to check all capacities and code requirements with the applicable engineering and code books Long runs may require a larger gauge to minimize voltage drop Code ratings are generally based on wire temperature rise not run voltage drop Please see Attachment Allowable Ampacities of Insulated Conductors DESCRIPTION The D125dx dimmer pack consists of 12 isolated channels capable of dimming 12 Amperes at 120V AC 1 44KW per channel 2 76KW at 230VAC The D625dx dimmer pack consists of 6 isolated channels capable of dimming 20 6 21 Amperes at 120VAC 2 472KW per channel 4 8K W at 230VAC The D360dx dimmer pack consists of 3 isolated channels capable of dimming 50 Amperes at 120VAC 6KW per channel 11 5KW at 230VAC FEATURES Proficiently drives Tungsten and Ballasted inductive loads Dual SCR based power modules 12 12 Amp channels 6 21 Amp channels or 3 50 Amp channels High interrupt magnetic breakers Voltage controllable outputs Auto input voltage sensing 90 255VAC Fully Opto Isolated LED display of all functions and status 6 Memory Pages Programmable pre heat non dim and trigger levels Test functions No load indication use
8. C SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OR FAILURE OF THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES GIVEN BY ELECTROL ENGINEERING INC WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR PURPOSE SOLD MERCHANTABILITY DESCRIPTION QUALITY PRODUCTIVENESS OR ANY OTHER MATTERS ARE LIMITED TO THE EIGHTEEN 18 MONTH TERM OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN STATED Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state
9. Electrol Engineering D625d x D125d x D360dx This manual is the sole property of Electrol Engineering Inc and is furnished exclusively for engineering or installation purposes All concepts and ideas illustrated are the sole property of Electrol Engineering Inc and are not to be duplicated divulged or utilized in any manner without written acquiescence of Electrol Engineering Inc Electrol Engineering Inc 500 A Bynum Roal m Forest Hill MD 21050 USA 410 638 9300 m 410 638 2878 FAX http electrol net TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION_ PROPER SYSTEM GROUNDING SETTING UP THE DIMMER POWER WIRING LOAD WIRING CABLE DATA DESCRIPTION FEATURES ee OPTIONS PURPOSE OF UNIT DESIGN CRITERIA ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS PROTECTION DEVICES RFI SUPPRESSION SOLID STATE DESIGN TERMINAL BLOCK SPECIFICATIONS MOUNTING INSTALLATION __ DISTRIBUTION TO LAMPS CONTROL CONNECTIONS TEST OPERATION DMX 512 CONTROL USER MAINTENANCE MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS SAFETY SUGGESTIONS WARRANTY eee COSC G S S Q L L QQ QQ QQ o o Pane TABLE OF CONTENTS DISPLAY USERS GUIDE VOLTAGE MONITOR MEMORY PAGES 12 12 DIMMER CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS PRESET SCENE S LOOKS OUTPUT LEVELS VOLTAGE LIMITING PREHEAT NON DIM TRIGGER LEVELS DMX TERMINATION OPERATING TEMPERATURE TEST FUNCTION SEQUENCER PROGRAM SELECT CHASE ENABLE CHASE BEGINNING LOOK SELECT __ CHASE ENDING LOOK SELECT
10. ING UP THE DIMMER POWER WIRING Notice Power and load wiring elements are critical elements in any lighting system With the voltages and power involved lives and property can be endangered by improper hookups You must be fully qualified and certain that you know what you re doing or have a qualified electrician do it Do not under any circumstances attach a dimmer to any current of higher capacity than it requires without adding protective circuit breakers This information is believed to be accurate but Electrol accepts no responsibility for the proper installation of this equipment It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all safety precautions are taken and all applicable code requirements and standards are observed and adhered to NOTE US service is 120 208VAC 5 wire i e 120VAC from any hot leg x y or z to neutral 208VAC between any 2 hot legs A single phase 110 220VAC 4 wire service would have only hot legs X and Y with 120VAC between either hot leg and neutral and 240VAC between the two hots Note European 30 service is 240 145VAC 5 wire i e 240VAC from any hot leg x R y S z T to neutral 415VAC between any two hot legs A single phase 240 480VAC 4 wire service would have hot legs R and S with 240VAC between the two hots Some areas would have 230VAC between hot and neural The dx dimmer will automatically adapt to any line voltage in the world The operating voltage range is 85 to 25
11. MPS PER CHANNEL THE D625dx IS RATED FOR 20 AMPS PER CHANNEL THE D360dx IS RATED FOR 50 AMPS PER CHANNEL 14 PREHEAT PrHt On Advances to non dim trigger level select sea j ia w E E On Off The PRE HEAT function enables disables the pre heat level assigned in the set up menu Memory pages 0 through 5 store on off selection for this feature Pre heating can prolong lamp life by reducing cold starts on filaments and improve lamp response time This pre heat on off setting effects all dimmer channels to select a voltage level for this function go to Setup window and select PrHt then enter a level between 4 and 10 VAC 120VAC line 7 20 VAC 230VAC line Default is set to off 7V AC default value with PrHt on NON DIM TRIGGER LEVELS NDT 1 20 Advances to DMX termi sss p LIL lt up Level down Dimmer channel inc This feature enables any or all channels to be operated as non dims on and off only The first number next to NDT represents the dimmer channel and the second number the level of the fader that will turn on that channel to full The above display indicates that channel one will become full on when the console fader is set at 20 or above When using this feature it is recommended to enable Fltr see Control input filter to eliminate hysteresis This feature is active only on memory pages 1 5 Default setting is OFF The Non dim feature may be disabled completely if desired by holding the dec button a
12. NNING LOOK SELECT Exit Chase windo BEG 2 Advance to setup ON Jm Q JQ e Advance to ending look select Dec look This window displays the first step or starting look of the chase Depressing one of the two right buttons will change the starting look up or down Once you have selected the first look to be included in the sequence program selected depress the center button to advance to the last look selection window 17 CHASE ENDING LOOK SELECT Exit Chase window END 22 Advance to setup k m J DU Advance to chase speed select Dec look This display indicates the last step or ending look of the chase Once again depressing one of the two buttons on the right will change the last look After the last look has been selected depress the center button to select the rate at which the sequencer will operate CHASE RATE SELECT Exit Chase window S PD 25 5 Advance to setup k s i l Rate up ye Advance to auto reverse select Rate down This parameter controls the relative speed of the chase i e the rate at which the looks are sequenced Depressing one of the two buttons on the right decreases or advances the speed The rate can be programmed from 1 fast to 255 very slow Once the desired speed has been selected depress the center button to advance to the next chase parameter Default value is 5 CHASE AUTO REVERSE Exit Chase window Rev T 3 Advance to setup k N 0 DO Advance to initial direction Dec
13. R OUTPUT Pin 1 Common Pin 1 Common Pin 2 Data Pin 2 Data thru Pin 3 Data Pin 3 Data thru Pin 4 Slave address in Pin 4 Slave address out Pin 5 Slave address out Pin 5 Slave address out Reference Recommended Practice for DMX512 A Guide for Users and Installers by Adam Bennette Available through USITT PLASA Response Curve The unit is designed to respond to control signals according to the lighting industry accepted Square Law curve Output is within 1 of the preferred value for any control input regardless of line input voltage being used this function is continuously self adjusting Response Time The unit will respond instantly typically a 20us delay 00002 seconds when the control signal is present and turns off at the next zero current crossing of the load after the signal has been removed typically less than 8 milliseconds 008 seconds Display Alphanumeric LED display indicates all functions and values assignable with intelligent prompting user friendly and easy to understand See Display User s Guide SPECIFICATIONS CONT D Wiring All internal load wiring is constructed of stranded copper wire sized in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association Construction The chassis is forged of 072 rugged steel with front panel 125 steel for maximized stress relief in multiple pack cabinet installations Black baked enamel finish all nomenclature is perm
14. anently sild screened with white epoxy ink and two coats of clear lacquer for a more durable finish Dimensions Weight 15 5 W x 13 5 D x 3 5 H 28 pounds 19 rack mount MOUNTING Mounting of the dimmer pack is a simple task Four 4 each ATSM 10 32 NC machine screws will mount pack securely into any 19 standard E I A Rack For maximum support DSK rear brackets are available as an option A minimum of two inches clearance is required on each side of pack to ensure proper cooling and circulation of air through the pack In multiple dimmer rack installations it is recommended to provide at least one rack space 1 75 between every group of six dimmer packs this will provide proper air circulation within the rack and prohibit starving the dimmer s fans of air INSTALLATION 12A Be certain the cable you intend to connect to the pack has no voltage potential across it To be sure check the cable with a voltmeter or similar voltage tester AC voltage sensors Volt pens are available from Electrol which detect the presence of electricity without physically making contact Contact your dealer or call factory 12B Power connection to the dx dimmer is provided as an SR option Terminal Block within the unit and PL X option which provides quick connects at the rear panel of the unit SR requires removing the lid of the unit to gain access to the terminal block 1 3C For connection using SR option Locate terminal block on the compon
15. changes to memories or other parameters RESET Momentary down position the reset will issue a clear for the microprocessor and return the unit to its previous operational state without the disruption of pre assigned values or levels This is particularly useful when adverse conditions such as bad data data collisions power disturbances or other external situations may cause an adverse effect on the brain of the unit Remember to return the switch to Enable position if changes to programming are to be made ALSO SEE SETUP LOCK RESETTING PARAMETERS ENABLE RSET RESET To reset SYSTEM features and memories set mode select switch to enable position and then depress the four outside buttons simultaneously RESET will be displayed this gives you a chance to re consider this deep reset If you want to proceed then depress center button RSET will be displayed for 10 seconds followed by a test display and then a version identification number This two step operation prevents unwanted or accidental memory erasure and will return all system parameters to initial factory set default values This is a deep reset and will clear all settings stored in memories This feature was provided as a quick erase feature or as an if all else fails method to regain control of the unit 23 NEUTRAL ERROR INDICATOR NEUT ERR EE E EE This display indicates there has been an error with the connection of the incoming AC l
16. d between hot legs from the load back to the service The neutral is a current carrying conductor By definition a potential difference exists between any two points of a current carrying conductor Current flows only when a potential difference exists The only point at which the neutral and ground are at the same potential when any current is flowing in the neutral is at the one common point where the neutral and ground are physically tied together Connecting the ground to the neutral at any point other than the single bonding point at the main service causes neutral current to flow through the ground conductor It is no longer at ground potential it is no longer a ground its function for safety and optimum system operation is impaired When using generators as a power source insure ground conductor is referenced only to ground of system being supplied by generator Other variations of grounding may or may not be applicable and beyond the scope of this manual Please before you attach your system to main power perform this simple test Connect an ohm meter between your system s neutral and ground If you read other than infinite resistance you have a ground neutral fault which you must correct for your own safety and for the proper operation of your system Track it down and correct it It s also a good idea to test all outlets fixtures and other powered devices for sound safety ground connections on a regular basis ee SETT
17. eing of primary importance Obvious considerations which should be checked at any installation include the provision of properly grounded power receptacle s for all equipment associated with the installation Installations should not be set up in areas of high humidity or share excessive moisture of any sort Operating procedures and operator training are also important Electrol is of course willing and anxious to help in any way possible If you need technical advice or suggestions regarding proper installation procedures or auxiliary safety devices please let us know mms 8 Pes DISPLAY USERS GUIDE It will take approximately ten minutes to review the following features and functions of this dimmer Learning all the functions prior to operation is suggested Once you are familiar with all the operational characteristics you can proceed to the SETUP functions that pertain to your individual needs The D125dx features an alpha numeric LED display that exhibits dimmer status and all operating parameters in an easy to understand format Program functions and settings are accessed via five buttons located directly under the display Depressing the first button will advance the display to the next function The functions and status displays are as follows A 2 02 3 6 12 EE E HE Upon turning the unit on the firmware version is first displayed for 2 to 3 seconds The number on the right designates the number of channels in the pack This
18. el 1 is receiving a control level of 54 6 SEQUENCER PROGRAM SELECT A indicates active chase program Exit Chase window Chs A Advance to setup k m A E Select chase to modify 1 4 Advance to a enable The auto sequencer function allows four pre programmed chase sequences The sequencer calls upon pre programmed looks i e step one in the sequencer may be look 2 which would be the level s stored into that look step two may be look 3 step three look 4 and so on Sequencer attributes are defined by the following parameters Beginning BEG and ending END look 1 100 to be included in the sequence Relative speed SPD 1 255 1 corresponding to approximately 10 beats per second and 255 corresponding to approximately 10 seconds per beat Auto reverse Rev determines the number of chase loops until sequencer reverses direction Initial direction Dir which determines the direction of the chase loop Select a sequence to run or modify using the push button indicated above depressing the center button advances window to chase enable The following windows depict the parameters as explained above CHASE ENABLE Exit Chase window Chs On Advance to setup scad J E J E j On Off Advance to beginning look To enable the selected sequence depress the button indicated above When a chase is active an A will be displayed next to the selected chase program as described in previous window CHASE BEGI
19. ent pan near the left rear of the pack Loosen all five screws 3 using Allen wrench Ground connector for 3 packs will be located within this area and be readily accessible and labeled as Earth Ground 1 2D Insert cable and torque 40 inch lbs Down on screw until cable is held firmly in place Follow this procedure for the other three terminals Note L1 L2 L3 N and G representing Line 1 Line 2 Line 3 neutral and ground respectively Replace lid 1 2E For connection using PL X option Simply plug in mating connectors which are available from the factory Connectors are pre configured to provide correct polarization 1 2F Connect power feed from dimmer pack to suitable distribution panel providing the necessary current and voltage Caution When stripping cable ends SR option make certain the conductors do not fray become unstranded This must be a clean tight connection 1 3 Once feed is activated and power is available to dimmer pack observe the amber lamps in breaker switches or phase voltage indicators on display panel this indicates power is present and dimmer is functional 14 A maximum number of six units may be installed one atop of another into a rack before a one space vent or one space blank panel is required for proper air circulation within the rack INSTALLATION CONT D 15 Supplemental fans can be used in multiple rack configurations where ambient temperature is greater than 131 F 55 C and dimmers will be
20. ersatility in providing a basis for the sequencer operation see SEQUENCER menu To enter a look first select the look location i e 1 100 next use output level Lvl window to assign control levels to any or all dimmer channel s or snapshot a pre set look from a console see OUTPUT LEVEL returning to this window select the next look and repeat the previously mentioned instructions for as many looks as necessary The look feature may be disabled completely if desired by holding the dec button approx 2 sec until the display indicates OFF 3 OUTPUT LEVELS oct Ley a 1 a 1 1 aa Z Dimmer channel inc Level down Snapshot Levelup The output level feature enables preset dimmer levels to be stored into memory pages 0 6 The number displayed beside Lvl represents the dimmer channel and the second number represents percentage of control for that channel For example the above display is showing dimmer channel 1 is on at 20 Like the other functions the two buttons on the right increase or decrease the output level and the center button advances to the next dimmer channel There are three ways to communicate control levels to the dimmer analogue DMX 512 or programmed levels as described above The output of the dimmer is based on the highest level of the three taking priority Default levels are zero Lvl is also used to snapshot levels from a control console Depressing the two right buttons simultaneously w
21. formation as possible regarding the application s of Electrol dimmers However we accept no liability for its accuracy or completeness as we have no control over its interpretation or implementation PROPER SYSTEM GROUNDING The ground serves two purposes Its primary purpose is to connect all conductive parts of the system which can be touched by a person to earth ground potential so that a person with some other part of the body grounded will not become a conductor of electrical current get hurt or killed because of electrical leakage perfect insulation does not exist or because of a fault in equipment wiring Its secondary purpose is to shield the current carrying and electrical noise generating components in a system by connecting chassis and enclosures solidly to ground potential In a situation where sensitive audio equipment much of it improperly grounded co exists this function is very important An essential ingredient to safe consistent reliable and quiet operation of a lighting system is that the neutral and ground are not connected together at any point in the lighting system or in the House Service except at the main transformer or service entrance where the neutral is bonded to earth ground Except at this one point neutral and ground are totally separate totally isolated and very different conductors The hot legs conduct power from the service through the dimmers to the load The neutral conducts any current not balance
22. ill store the present scene into the current look selected momentary verification of the snapshot is reported on the display as CAP captured One hundred looks may be stored in memory VOLTAGE LIMITING LMT 48 Om n H tists Dimmer channel up Limit volts down Advances to pre heat This Limit feature enables programmable per channel output voltage limiting This unique feature allows the user to run lower voltage fixtures i e ACL s and MR16 s without the use of transformers or series wiring The above display is showing channel 1 with an output limit of 48 volts The limit range is 10V to 120V to 230V corresponding to geographical power grid 100 120 VAC or 230 240 VAC The dimmer channel may be disabled completely if desired by holding the dec button approx 2 sec until the display indicates OFF Once again the buttons on the far right increase or decrease the voltage limits and the center button advances the dimmer channel NOTE When operating on 120VAC default limits are set to 120V If operating on 240VAC line the limit will remain at 120VAC unless the limits are manually increased up to 230VAC The unit will retain these limits until the next time it is powered from a 120V source at which time limits will automatically reset to 120VAC PLEASE READ FOLLOWING CAUTIONS WHEN DRIVING LOWER VOLTAGE LAMPS REMEMBER WATTAGE VOLTAGE AMPERAGE example 75 Watt lamp 12 volt 644 amps THE D125dx IS RATED FOR 12 A
23. immer cannot output more voltage than it is supplied DIMMER RESPONSE CURVE SELECT Exit setup Return Curv IES to VAC ka LIN l WW Advances to control filterlES LIN The curve select function allows users to accommodate a wide variety of lighting fixtures special effects lighting motor control fluorescent ballasted loads and more The installed firmware provides for IES or linear curves future software upgrades to accommodate other preferred curves may be installed based on your request The above display represents a dimmer curve set for IES Square Law preferred lighting curve DA CONTROL INPUT FILTER Exit setup Return Eltr OFF Non g go x Advances to Lock function On Off This feature enables a filter on the control input that eliminates flicker or flutter effects that commonly occur with digital consoles equipped with analogue outputs These consoles will often exhibit a pulsing on the DMX control output that commonly translates into flickering lamps or jittering color scrollers With the filter turned on the dimmer will ignore variances of 3 counts Default setting for this function is off The filter is a universal feature effecting both DMX 512 and analogue control inputs NOTE When utilizing the Non Dim mode of this unit it may be useful to enable this feature to eliminate sterisis LOCK SOFTWARE ENABLE DISABLE Exit setup Return Lock OFF Om g 00 Z Return to Soft patch enable f
24. ine In the event the neutral is connected to a hot line this display will appear but unlike other dimmers no damage to the unit or connected equipment will occur because of this wrong connection All outputs will shut down and the unit will hibernate until the fault is cleared After proper power connections have been restored a local reset will enable all normal operations of the unit CAUTION THIS FEATURE PROVIDES A WARNING FOR THE USER ONLY WHEN A PHASE IS CONNECTED TO NEUTRAL i e GREATER THAN 48VAC BETWEEN NEUTRAL AND GROUND WILL TRIGGER THIS FUNCTION ALWAYS ENSURE PROPER SYSTEM GROUNDING BEFORE APPLYING POWER TO THE UNIT CAUTION AC VOLTAGE SUPPLIED TO THIS UNIT SHOULD NOT EXCEED 260VAC BETWEEN PHASE AND NEUTRAL PHASE AND GROUND SOFTWARE A202Current standard version X251Option provides for PC interface talk back and includes the following functions in setup A Fade Time B Pack C Smart Dumb Consult factory for current version or definitions 24 LIMITED WARRANTY FOR A PERIOD OF EIGHTEEN 18 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASE FROM AN AUTHORIZED ELECTROL ENGINEERING INC DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR ELECTROL ENGINEERING INC WARRANTS THIS PRODUCT TO BE FREE OF MANUFACTURING DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP This written warranty is limited to the original consumer purchaser transferable only by written authorization of Electrol Engineering Inc DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD
25. is immediately followed by the line voltage display VOLTAGE MONITOR Advances to memory V A C A 120 page select function ahs a5 0 mm Setup Return to previous function Display next phase s AC voltage This display show incoming line voltage on phase A Depressing the middle button will display the line voltage for each phase This unit will operate on any standard line voltage in the world 95 260 VAC without modification To proceed to the next function display depress the first button MEMORY PAGES Advances to dimmer PAGE 1 channel assignment window ea ee J Wi gg Page up Page down The PAGE features is a vehicle for storing and selecting operational functions such as regulation on off pre heat on off temperature F cC filter on off analogue input on off dimming curve IES LIN soft patch on off and DMX assignments These functions are located in pages 1 through 5 page 0 has been reserved as a location for slave addressing via remote dx units see SLAVE function in SETUP menu 12 DIMMER CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS Dim 7 348 A E l Channel up K Ka Channel down Advances to look Dimmer Channel up The Dimmer channel assignment window displays a selected dimmer control channel and it s corresponding DMX 512 control address Default setting for this function is group decode i e dimmer channels follow the first selected DMX channel in logical numeric order If the first dimmer channel is
26. l canal design which efficiently pulls cool air across heat generating components and distributes the air evenly throughout the baffles attached to power devices this design allows the dx series of dimmer to perform at 100 duty cycle without overheating In the event of premature fan failure thermal sensors will gradually back off the dimmers output in order to self preserve all circuitry and then if temperature increases the unit will simply turn off until air vents are unblocked or the fan is revived RFI SUPPRESSION Each dimmer module shall incorporate a phase matching network to enable the suer to dim most inductive loads as well as tungsten resistive loads and be direct coupled to a specially designed high current RFI toroidal filter Ballasted flourescent loading can be accommodated as factory modification BFL 100 SOLID STATE DESIGN Each dimmer is 100 solid state TERMINAL BLOCK Feed to the pack is accomplished in minutes via terminal block with a wire range up to 0 AWG per conductor readily accessible at the inside rear of the pack Costly connectors and specialized distribution of power feed are thereby held to a minimum Optical power input connectors are available such as 75A powerlocks contact factory 3 0 SPECIFICATIONS Input Voltage Requirements Automatic voltage sensing circuitry enables the dx series dimmers to operate on any voltage between 95 and 250VAC The main power feed is via compression type terminals or quick co
27. laced in an area which is pre designated as a caution area Unlike any power station the dimmer is completely protected to ensure against shock hazards Nevertheless care should be taken to isolate the pack from misuse caused by unauthorized persons weather rain extreme humidity direct sunlight etc And negligence The ambient temperature of the surroundings of the pack when operating should not be greater than 104 F 40 C a5 PROTECTION DEVICES Three methods of protection are utilized Breaker A separate breaker for each channel has been specially designed and manufactured for Electrol At first sign of over current the breaker will magnetically switch off The response time of the breaker with a fully loaded hot patch short circuit is within 8 ms 0 008 seconds providing superior protection for the dimming module The breaker will however know when there is no short present and full power to the load at cold start ups no nuisance trips Breaker illumination provides visual indication of power on to a particular channel and is available as a no load indication typically standard in European packs i e breaker light off load connected breaker light on no load connected both with control at zero Breaker light will gradually go on with increasing control voltage Power Devices Optically isolated power control interface with gt 5KV isolation between line voltage and control Cooling The unit employs a unique therma
28. mer as described above with an interrupting capacity of not more than sixteen times rated current Each dimmer shall be capable of accepting a full rated load hot patch or dead short without injury to dimmer or affecting dimmers in adjacent circuits Cooling shall be provided by a fan forced air system providing ambient temperature conditions do not exceed 55 degrees Celsius and minimum ventilation spacings are adhered to Sides 2 Minimum Free Air Forced Air Cooling A low noise temperature controlled 120 CFM fan shall provide the pack with a continuous fresh supply of air The unit shall employ temperature sensor s to enable varying fan speed according to cooling demand of power devices The fan shall run if pack temperature is gt 100 F 38 C or if control is gt 10 on The fan control shall time out after twenty minutes when control and temperature sensors are normalized The fan is perhaps the single most component of the dimming system therefore periodic cleaning of intake and exhaust ports is recommended This can be accomplished by simply blowing compressed air through the unit The dimmer output voltage shall not deviate by more than 0 5VAC between two equally set presets Each dimmer shall be able to accept any tungsten or resistive load up to its rated power With the dimmer control at O the output voltage shall not be greater than 0 8 Vrms Provision to pre heat filaments shall be made to allow lt 10VAC output all chan
29. more familiar range of 12 Amps for the D125dx 20 Amps for the D625dx and 50 Amps for the D360dx Care should still be taken of course The major complication in load wiring is the number of load circuits and the need in larger systems to patch and connect large numbers of circuits from loads in different locations to the desired dimmer channel output The dx dimmer has the ability to limit its output voltage to any pre determined level It is therefore important to remember watts volts amps where amps cannot exceed the channel breaker capacity or premature trip of the breaker may occur Ge SETTING UP THE DIMMER CONT D Wiring Each load circuit should have cable rated for the dimmer output ampacity not the individual load rating The same is true for connectors Cables and connectors for individual circuits should have a hot a neutral and a safety ground Multi load cables can have a shared ground rated for the highest ampacity circuit in the cable not the sum of ampacities since a fault is unlikely to occur in more than one circuit at once Note that ampacity of wires in cable or in duct or other tight enclosures should be derated because of heat build up Refer to NEC 1990 code book Color coding is suggested rather than numbering because it s easier to spot in a crowded rack A wide strip for the tens and a narrow one for the ones using electrical tape or heat shrink tubing works well Black 0 Yellow 4 Gray 8
30. nction Level down The Pre Heat function is enabled disabled via the main menu In this SETUP menu preheat levels can be programmed from 4 to 10 VAC if the factory pre selected level of 7 is undesirable using the level up and down buttons select the desired pre heat level The above display indicates all channels will receive a 7 control level for pre heat when operating on a 120VAC power grid When operating on a 230VAC power grid maximum preheat level will be slightly higher 90 2 OPERATING TEMPERATURE Exit setup Return Temp C Som 3 OO Advances to Regulation function Celsius Fahrenheit report select This display indicates the internal operating temperature of the unit the temperature can be displayed in Fahrenheit or Celsius to change the display depress the far right or left buttons to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius Default setting is F REGULATION ae E Sats REG ON um g 3g Advances to dimming curve select On Off The regulation feature monitors incoming AC line voltage and maintains a stable output voltage In other words if the input voltages fluctuate from 117 volts to 123 volts the preset output voltage will remain the same This feature should not be disabled unless A lamps requiring more than 120 volts are being used and the input voltage is over 125 volts or B compensation for long cable runs requiring more than 120VAC output from the dimmer are needed Default setting is lt n NOTE The dx d
31. nels affected programmable level The dimming curve shall be square law so that a change of unit magnitude in control voltage shall produce an apparent corresponding change in luminescence This function shall be automatically set with each power application to the unit The unit shall have capability to select different output curves by selection program menu and opting for a new response curve The output voltage of each channel shall be regulated such that voltage transients surges or brown outs shall not affect dimmer s output limits of this performance shall be 100 230VAC Provisions to turn off regulation shall be included to enable maximum output limited only by line voltage input minus internal losses The dimmer output shall operated from full on to full off and full off to full on in less than one half cycle at full rated load approximately 8 ms 008 Seconds The no load loss of the dimmer measured at load shall be within 4 of incoming line voltage with the dimmer control input set at 10 Each dimmer shall have associated with it an inductive toroidal type filer and R C filter s complying to the following guidelines Eliminate the transient rise caused by the switching action of the thyristors dv dt Limit RFI on conductors Eliminate filament sing comply with EN directive 89 336 EEC Have a rise time between 300 and 450 us 50 60 hertz measured 10 to 90 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The dimmer pack should be p
32. nnects Pl 4 PL 5 PL 3120 for input power neutral and ground which shall accommodate up to 0 AWG wire Current Requirements The D125dx is capable of supplying up to 12 Amperes per channel the D625dx 21 Amperes per channel and the D360dx 50 Amperes per channel Output Configurations Numerous output configurations are available Multi pin stage pin twist lock terminal strip etc consult catalogue factory or authorized Electrol dealer for options Output Voltage Regulation The unit utilizes feed forward sampling technology to determine line voltage fluctuations and instantly and continuously calculate new trigger pulses which result in consistent output voltage to the load The output to the load will remain within 1 of its nominal value determined by control input voltage for line voltages ranging from 100VAC to 240VAC This feature is unique to the Electrol dimmers 6 SPECIFICATIONS CONT D Over Current Protection The unit employs fully magnetic breakers designed to provide superior protection to the load while allowing for high inrush currents from cold filaments The unit will endure repetitive over currents hot patches and short circuits of 0 01 ohms or less Lighted breaker switches enable user to instantly identify any enigma resulting from shorts in power distribution to or from the unit Exception Units having no load indication via breaker lamp Power Device Optically isolated heavy duty inverse parallel Pair SCR ou
33. oblem the unit has been designed to back off output levels as a warning and turn off to provide safety and prevent extreme temperatures BACK OFF occurs at 140 F 60 C and shut down occurs at 150 F 65 C Advance to test TEST FUNCTION Advance dimmer B mP 54 channel SS l m a lz 0 50 100 level up 00500 level down Advance to cual The Bump Feature has two functions first as a local control to turn on lamps and as a control input level display This feature is useful for setting up lamp focus without the use of a console Lamps can be turned on at 50 or 100 at the dimmer via the two buttons under the right side of the display for quick lamp checks while holding the right button down depress the center button and release this will advance a level full to the next dimmer channel to be Bumped on If there is a control voltage present the display will indicate the highest of either of the preset level or the analogue or the DMX control level for the channel selected This is a useful feature for troubleshooting Note bumping the vel up button will disable the remote level reporting display To return to remote level reporting depress either of the two buttons on the left to escape from the current window then return to this function window and select the dimmer channel you wish to monitor To see present control voltage level do nothing when entering this test function The above display indicates dimmer chann
34. operating with a duty cycle greater than 90 for a period of time longer than 100 hours Duty cycle defined in this contest is the relationship of on time to off time calculated at full loading on each channel Caution If you do not understand these instructions STOP Do not proceed any further until you consult with appropriate professional technical help DISTRIBUTION TO LAMPS On the rear of the pack are the output connectors which provide rated power to the load for other optional output connecters consult factory Connect loads to pack and switch on channel breakers The loads are to be considered hot line voltage potential once the channel breakers are switched on even if there is no apparent visible light at the load CONTROL CONNECTIONS Five pin gold plated XLR connectors for DMX512 input male and DMX512 output thru female Fifteen pin gold plated D sub connector male for analogue control input TEST OPERATION User can select each channel to bump to 50 or 100 on a per channel basis See Display Users Guide Section DMX 512 CONTROL The unit responds to DMX512 multiplexed control protocol as specified in USITT PLASA 1994 Handbook USER MAINTENANCE The pack is virtually maintenance free 9 1 All screws and connections should be checked and tightened if necessary on a regular basis especially in touring application where vibrations are inherent Special measures have been taken to ensure vibratory purdibations are e
35. pprox 2 sec until the display indicates OFF DMX TERMINATION Term ON a l m l m Termination ON Advances to temp indicator lamp On Off The TERM feature terminates the DMX signal at this unit Termination should be enabled when the dimmer is the last device in the DMX signal chain The termination resistance has been optimized to be compatible with a wide variety of cable in use today Default setting is off NOTE DMX signal may be diminished if Term feature is enabled on more than one dimmer This dimmer employs a unique isolation method which provides superior protection form high voltage fault conditions on the data cable An excess of 32 dimmers may be connected to one data path however only ONE dimmer should be terminated the last dimmer in the string Consult factory or Recommended Practice for DMX 512 users guide available from USITT Inc or PLASA Ltd 15 OPERATING TEMPERATURE TemP F This displays the internal operating temperature of the dimmer pack To change the display to report in degrees Celsius see TEMP in SETUP menu Typical operating temperature at 100 duty cycle and 40 C ambient shall be less than 52 C This dimmer has been thermally engineered to provide long durations of operation in extreme temperature conditions Safe operating range has been determined to be between 20 C and 60 C NOTE Temperature within the dx dimmer is monitored continuously and in the event of a thermal pr
36. r specified option DMX RX indication FEATURES CONT D Start up diagnostics Lock out protection Regulated outputs Broadcast filtering for silent operation Efficient thermal characteristics for cool running Output panel options Analogue 0 to 10 volt DC control signal input Digital DMX 512 control signal input and output No aggravating high low end trims All integral components UL Listed Recognized 19 inch EJA rack mountable 16 5 width 29 Ibs 3 5 high 2 rack spaces 18 month warranty PC interface with functional reporting option PCD OPTIONS Any option required which is electrically or mechanically feasible shall be considered and designed if practical or not already a current option call factory with request PURPOSE OF UNIT The intended purpose of the Electrol dx dimmer packs are to be used in lighting applications of all kinds studio stage architectural theatrical troupable church school etc Wherever precision control of power is a must DESIGN CRITERIA The dimmer pack shall include but not be limited to the following components An all steel enclosure with aluminum sub chassis and heat dissipaters solid state dimmer modules with associated mounting hardware resetable over current devices and toroidaldial chokes All metal parts shall be cleaned plated and or finished with two coats of industrial grade epoxy finish painted All nomenclature shall be permanently silk screened to front and rear
37. selected to start at DMxX channel 10 the next dimmer channel will automatically be assigned to DMX channel 11 and so on Dimmer channel soft patching is also accomplished from this window the soft patching feature is available in memory pages 1 through 5 and must be activated from the SETUP window menu Similar to the group decode method explained above soft patch allows you to assign any or all dimmer channel s to any DMX control channel The first number represents the dimmer channel the second number is the DMX address that is controlling that dimmer To change the DMX control channel first enable patch function in SETUP menu Ptch On then returning to this window simply select a new DMX channel number Selecting a DMX channel via the push buttons will activate a scrolling feature when the button is depressed and held this allows accessing high numbered DMX channels quickly The scrolling will stop at 2512 when scrolling up and 1 when scrolling down The center button advances the display to the next dimmer channel The above window displays dimmer channel 7 controlled by DMX channel 348 SEE SETUP UNDER Ptch FOR ENABLE DISABLE SOFT PATCH FUNCTION PRESET SCENE S LOOKS Advances to level set LOOK 00 s w E Look increase Pe Look decrease The LOOK function stores discrete control levels for each dimmer channel Memory allocation for 100 looks has been provided to enhance architectural applications as well as v
38. ssentially nonexistent It is a good practice to use compressed air to remove settled in dust and airborne particulate only when unit is off Caution should always be exercised when using compressed air always wear safety glasses CAUTION ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THERE IS NO POWER TO DIMMER S WHEN PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OPERATION MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Chassis constructed of steel and designed for maximum strength Cabinet colors Black others on special request Alphanumeric LED display indicates all operational parameters of the unit Output is phased controlled variable sinusoidal conduction angle output voltage 116 5VAC rms for 120VAC rms input 97 efficient and 225VAC rms for 230VAC 98 efficient at full rated load Dimmer pack uses dual microprocessors to calculate dimming functions and voltage sensing circuitry to obtain phase control voltage The unit sources a minimum of current typical 0 04 ma From an analogue control source Not affected by RFI EMI or power line transients typically associat4ed with distributed lines Temperature stability in environments up to 140 degrees F less than 1 Vrms Output voltage of each dimmer is within 0 5Vrms with controller at equally set levels Control isolation is better than 5KV hy pot tested All specifications subject to change without notice 10 SAFETY SUGGESTIONS Equipment manufactured by Electrol Engineering Inc is built and tested with safety b
39. tput construction with a power conversion of 99 2 for reliable long life service in the high surge applications of tungsten and ballasted loads The device will perform during transient high voltage conditions 600VAC as well as specified 120VAC or 2340VAC and be conservatively rated for continuous duty at greater than four times the rated operating current SCR based optically isolated power modules shall be utilized providing twice the intended current handling capability with a minimum of 1040 Amperes I t surge current capacity This provides a safety margin far exceeding the norm for this type of equipment Cooling Uniquely designed air canal draws cool air into the pack through vents in the side and exhausts warm air from vents in the front Therefore additional fans are not required Minimum two inches of clearance on both sides of pack recommended Filtering The unit incorporates an iron core copper wound toroidal filter inductor for each dimmer channel Dimmers shall have current rise at any point on the curve of not over 0 75 of dimmer rms current rating ma us Typical value for the D125dx is 450us 120V AC 300us 230V AC Control Voltage Requirements Analogue control voltage via 15 pin D sub connector gold plated contacts 0 10Vdc DMX512 control input output 4 pin XLR connectors gold plated contacts for reliable service and life 15 Pin D Sub Connector s pin out Pins 1 12 channels 1 12 pin 13 common XLR INPUT XL
40. unction On Off The lock feature enables all the programmed parameters in pages 0 6 to be locked out from any changes in all menus and set up functions When enabled all parameters will be displayed in the main menus but programming or changing will not be allowed This feature is useful for rental companies to prevent the customer from changing pre defined parameters This feature has been provided as a redundant means to disable unauthorized use of controls SEE MODE SELECT SWITCH STATUS INDICATORS LV indicators230V indicator 1 indicator DMX receive DMX Termination on Ee E EEE In addition to the individual status displays there are also LED indicators that communicate useful diagnostic information such as active line voltage per phase low voltage power supply operation 230 volt and 1 operation Other indicators verify there is a DMX signal to the unit DMX receive light will blink when signal is present and if the DMX termination is active These indicators give the user verification of power and control status at a glance eliminating tedious trouble shooting of power and control connections to the dimmer 22 MODE SELECT SWITCH ENABLE g DISABLE Located on the right side of the display is the enable disable switch with the following functions ENABLE Allows normal operation of all previously defined parameters within the contents of this text DISABLE locks front panel controls preventing accidental
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