Sunlite Supply 906081 User Manual
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1. 8 dUWmgaMdag j 7 a RJ14 plug Warning ECMs can handle equipment with a resistive load 1 up to 16A The maximum allowable current can be limited by local type of plugs e g UK 13 Higher currents may be supported by using ECMs to trigger heavier contactors Warning To prevent over current always determine the maximum allowable current for your local cabling before connecting a load to the ECM Warning Never connect the cage clamps of the ECM to any other device than the Gavita EL2 controller Warning Never connect more then one ECM to each set of cage clamps of the controller 20 A A 4 4 1 gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL Warning Ensure all wire ends are fully inserted into the cage clamps Exposed wire endings can be dangerous Caution To prevent potential crop damage ECMs are automatically shut down after a temperature alarm a sensor failure or during a power interruption This function only works in the Auto mode see paragraph 6 6 The Controller can control up to two External Contactor Modules These ECM modules are contactors and can activate or deactivate auxiliary equipment Auxiliary equipment may include a CO source or a non dimmable light during lights on periods or for example a room heater during lights off The controller is connected to the ECM by means of a signal cable This signal cable is plugged into the cage clamps of the controller and the EC2. Aux Room e e e Room Auxiliary Auxiliary equipment equipment lights off lights 12 Controlling auxiliary equipment in Inverse mode 23 44 3 1 o 4 4 3 2 4 5 Connecting equipment which must be used during lights on periods Example a CO source light or watering unit may be activated during lights on periods Connect the auxiliary equipment in the main room which must be activated during lights on periods to the ECM connected to clamps ECM1 12A Connect the auxiliary equipment in the aux room which must be activated during lights on periods to the ECM connected to clamps ECM2 12B Connecting equipment which must be used during lights off periods Example a heater may be activated during lights off periods Connect the auxiliary equipment in the main room which must be activated during lights off periods to the ECM connected to clamps ECM2 12B Connect the auxiliary equipment in the aux room which must be activated during lights off periods to the ECM connected to clamps ECM1 12 Connecting a temperature shutdown sensor failure or power off alarm to the controller Warning The alarm feature only works in the auto mode see paragraph 6 6 Warning The alarm contacts are rated for a maximum of 13 5V 50mA The controller has two pairs of cage clamps marked A NC
3. Gavita Master Gavita Master User manual gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL User manual Gavita Master controller EL2 Dear Customer Congratulations on the purchase of your Gavita Master controller EL2 This manual contains all the information necessary to install use and maintain the Gavita Master controller EL2 Please read and understand this manual completely before installing and using the product Consult the index at the start of this manual to locate information relevant to you In this manual the Gavita Master controller EL2 will be referred to as the controller This is the original manual keep it in a safe location Table of contents 1 Introduction 1 1 Product description 1 2 Glossary of Terminology 1 3 Used symbols Product specifications 2 1 General product information 2 2 Technical specifications 2 3 Environment 2 4 Required tools 2 5 Components 2 6 Controls 2 7 Indications 2 8 Connections 2 9 Accessories 2 10 Compatible ballasts Safety guidelines and measures Installing the controller 4 1 Placing the controller 4 2 Installing and connecting the temperature 4 2 1 Installing the temperature sensor in Follow mode one room 4 2 2 Installing the temperature sensors in Inverse mode two rooms 4 3 Connecting the controller to the ballasts 4 3 1 Connecting the controller to remote ballasts 4 3 2 Connecting the controll
4. The controller may also be set to invert the output of its main and the auxiliary channel This means the auxiliary channel and the ballasts connected to it are switched off when the main channel and the ballasts connected to it are switched on An inverted light cycle may be used to alternate light between two rooms in a 12 12 hour system Such a system may be used in the generative phase to optimize power utilization In this manual this mode will be referred to as the Inverse Mode A Caution Always set the light interval to 12 hour periods in the Inverse mode Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate Aux function and press enter The Aux Function screen opens Press the arrow keys AV to switch between follow and inverse For the Inverse mode select inverse and press enter The output of the Aux channel will now be off when the main channel is on Set the light interval to 12 hour periods see paragraph to ensure both climate rooms are equally lit The selected ON OFF period will be set for the main channel The aux channel operates inverse of the main channel 32 6 4 gt oo GA PROFESSIONAL Set temperature safety settings When the temperature in a climate room gets above a certain value the planted crops will start to degrade If this rise in temperature occurs it is desirable to dim or shut down the lights in
5. Press the arrow keys AV to locate Factory Reset and press enter The Factory Reset screen opens Press the arrow keys AV to switch to yes and press enter The controller is now reset to factory settings 35 7 Interpreting controller information 7 1 Reading the default screen The default screen displays the temperature measured by one or two temperature sensors 21 The screen also displays the output of both its channels either in 96 or in Watts 21B If an error occurs it may also be displayed in the display See paragraphs 7 3 and 7 4 for potential error messages B 21 Default screen 7 2 Show system time Press an arrow key A or V in the default screen to show the system time Pressan arrow key A or V again to return to the default screen 7 3 Interpreting LED signals s e v m 4 3 Gavita Mastar controllers 22 LED signals 36 7 3 T 7 3 2 7 3 3 7 4 7 42 7 4 3 gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL Green light 22A A burning green light indicates the controller is functioning A blinking green light indicates the power has been interrupted After a power failure the blinking green indicator must be reset Hold the reset button 4 for three seconds to reset the indicator Blue light 22C 22D A burning blue light indicates the ballasts connected to the main and or
6. normally closed and A NO normally open When a temperature shutdown sensor failure or power failure occurs the A NC contact opens and the A NO contact closes Both pairs of cage clamps may be connected to an alarm installation or a text messaging module 24 GA PROFESSIONAL 4 51 Connecting an alarm wire to the controller To connect an alarm to a cage clamp take the wire from the alarm split it in two and strip the ends bare The endings need to be stripped 8mm and preferably be tinned or finished with cable end sleeves Press the white buttons above the contact openings of the cage clamps under A NC or A NO when using solid cable ends this is not required Insert both wire ends of the alarm system in a separate opening the polarity of the wires does not matter Release the buttons to lock the wires in place 13 Connecting the alarm wire to the controller 25 4 6 Connecting the controller to the mains Warning When you power on the controller the connected ballasts may ignite Either a make sure your ballasts are not connected to mains yet or b the signal cable of the ballasts is not inserted in the controller yet before connecting and programming the controller Plug the adapter into the AC outlet Plug the DC connector of the adapter into the DC inlet of the controller 14A The green power indication 14B will start blinking to indicate the power was interrupted Hold the reset but
7. not dispose of your old electronics and electrical appliances via household waste Warranty Gavita Holland warrants the mechanical and electronic components of their product to be free of defects in material and workmanship if used under normal operating conditions for a period of two 2 years from the original date of purchase If the product shows any defects within this period and that defect is not due to user error or improper use Gavita Holland shall at its discretion either replace or repair the product using suitable new or reconditioned products or parts In case Gavita Holland decides to replace the entire product this limited warranty shall apply to the replacement product for the remaining initial warranty period i e two 2 years from the date of purchase of the original product For service return the product to your shop with the original sales receipt 39 FAILURES TEMP gables TEMP UNITS IBRATE Overview of all screens on display 42 43 GA PROFESSIONAL c o e 2 x Z o v 2 Ut
8. relocate the controller If this is not possible the sensor cable may be lengthened an extra 5 meters by using a standard 3 5 mm jack extension cable If the message sensor removed appears the plug of the sensor is not fully plugged in Plug the sensor in completely Note If the message sensor failure appears the sensor is defect Replace the sensor 16 5 2 2 Instal gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL ling the temperature sensors in Inverse mode two rooms Two temperature sensors are needed in Inverse mode Before placing the temperature sensors determine which controller channel main aux controls the lights in which room main room aux room 5 Place one temperature sensor in each room Ensure both sensors are placed as close as possible to the temperature sensors of the existing climate control system 5A Ensure the sensor is covered from the light as this will disrupt i i temperature measurements 5B Use a hood if necessary A template for a hood is included on the last page nsert the plug of the sensor placed in the main room 5 in the T1 nput of the controller nsert the plug of the sensor placed in the aux room 50 in the T2 nput of the controller he temperature measured by both sensors will be displayed on the controller display Note Note Climate control system Main Room Climate control system Auxilliary Roo
9. the climate room to reduce the temperature in the room The controller offers the possibility to set a temperature at which it will dim the lights and a temperature on which it will shut down the lights Through its temperature sensors it can sense when a harmful temperature is reached To set the auto dim temperature go to paragraph 6 4 1 To set the shut down temperature go to paragraph 6 4 2 Setting the auto dim temperature Note The default auto dim temperature is set at 30 C 86 F Note The auto dim temperature cannot be set higher than the shutdown temperature Note The auto dim will decrease the light intensity to 50 over a span of two degrees Celsius or 3 6 degrees Fahrenheit 20 Warning Always set the auto dim temperature at least two degrees Celsius 3 6 degrees Fahrenheit above the temperature of the climate control system This will prevent the controller from interfering with the climate control system Output level 100 50 Temperature Auto dim 2 degrees Celcius Shutdown temperature temperature 3 6 degrees Fahrenheit 20 Auto dim and shutdown behavior 33 gt b ee 6 5 Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate Auto Dim Temp and press enter The auto dim temperature screen opens Press the arrow keys AV to increase or decrease the temperature Press enter to confirm Once the auto dim temperature is reached the contr
10. 6 Programming and using the controller AA Caution Set the controllers output mode to OFF see paragraph 6 6 to ensure no ballasts will be accidentally activated during the controller setup Follow the actions listed below to quickly start using the controller Setthe controller output level see paragraph 6 1 Program a light cycle see paragraph 6 2 Set the output mode of the controller to follow or inverse see paragraph 6 3 Setthe auto dim temperature see paragraph 6 4 1 30 6 1 6 2 gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL Set the shutdown temperature see paragraph 6 4 2 Set sunrise sunset period optional see paragraph 6 5 Activate the auto mode on the controller see 6 6 Adjust ballast output to change light intensity The controller can set the output of a ballast between 50 and 115 percent Adjusting this ballast output enables the user to change the light intensity in the climate room Press the X quick key the output level screen opens Press the arrow keys AV to set the ballast output between 50 and 115 percent 400W 600W and 750W fixtures can only be boosted up tot 110 Press enter to confirm your choice Note the output level can also be found in the general menu Control a lamp with a lower power rating then its ballast Warning When fitting a lamp with a lower output then its ballast ALWAYS adjust the output Level of the ballast before switching the light on F
11. M The controller has two ECM ports marked ECM1 and ECM2 ECM port 1 follows the output of the main channel of the controller on when lights in main room are on ECM port 2 works inverse of ECM port 1 and is Switched on when the main channel is off on when when the lights in the main room are off in the dark period For more information about connecting ECMs to the controller consult paragraph 4 4 2 and 4 4 3 Connecting the signal cable to the controller and the ECM s Press the white buttons above the contact openings of the cage clamps to open them 9A when using solid cable ends this is not required nsert the endings of the included signal cable into the desired cage clamps of the controller 9B A cable of up to 20 meters may be used The endings need to be stripped 8mm and preferably be tinned or inished with cable end sleeves Release the buttons to lock the wires in place Connect the wire to the cage clamps of the ECM in the same way 10 BN 9 Connecting a signal cable to 10 Connecting a signal cable to the controller the ECM Note For more information on connecting an ECM to the auxiliary equipment consult the ECM manual 21 4 42 Controlling auxiliary equipment in Follow mode one room A Caution Gavita recommends you install and connect the ECM before plugging it into the mains Note When activated the blue light on the ECM will burn Gavita Maater EL2 d Gta Mastar c
12. Plug the RJ14 end of the controller cable s 7 into the input of a RJ14 splitter 7D Use an interconnect cable to connect one output of the RJ14 splitter to the RJ14 port of the ballast 7E Use an interconnect cable to connect one output of the RJ14 splitter to the input of the following RJ14 splitter 7 Repeat this process to connect up to 40 ballasts per group amp Go w ca Bele gt L Max 40 Ballast Channel 7 Connecting the controller to complete fixtures 19 Shortening RJ cables Note A RJ14 crimp tool is needed to shorten a RJ cable and install a RJ14 plug Note Don t remove RJ plugs unless you have a RJ crimp tool Caution Always follow the instructions provided with the crimp tool Shorten the cable on the desired length Strip the outer insulation off the RJ cable 8 mm Leave the inner insulation intact Pushthe four wires into the middle openings of a RJ14 plug The orientation of the plug does not matter as long as the wires are entered in the central four openings 8A A Caution If the wires are not inserted in the middle of the plug the wires will short circuit when plugged into a ballast or complete fixture causing a controller overload 8B see also paragraph 7 4 3 Crimp the RJ 14 plug on the RJ wire 4 4 Connecting the controller to External Contactor Modules ECMs to control auxiliary equipment
13. Set ramp time screen opens Press the arrow keys AV to increase the ramp up down time to up to 30 minutes 0 minutes indicates no ramp up down time Press enter to confirm your choice 34 gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL 6 6 Activate or deactivate the lights manually or set automatic mode A Warning When replacing a light setting the ballast to Off to override the clock is insufficient ALWAYS disconnect the ballast from the mains Warning When the controller Output mode is set to on or off the temperature safety features of the controller will not work Note The on and off mode are included to allow for replacement of ballasts and testing of lamps Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate Output mode and press enter Press the arrow keys AV to switch between auto on and off Select on to turn all the lights on This setting will ignore temperature safety settings see paragraph 6 4 Select off to turn all the lights off Select auto to follow the programmed light cycle see paragraph 6 2 and temperature safety settings see paragraph 6 4 Press enter to confirm your choice 6 7 Resetting the controller to factory settings The factory reset will return all values to factory settings It will also undo any changes to the temperature calibration of the temperature sensors Press enter the controller menu will open
14. ailing to do will cause immediate damage to the lamp A ballast may be used to control a lamp with a lower power output then the nominal value of the ballast For example a 1000 watt ballast set at 750 watt can be used to control a 750 watt lamp To prevent damage to the light the controller output must be adjusted to the appropriate value Disconnect the ballast s from the mains Make sure the display mode of the controller is set to represent the output power of your ballast NOT of your lamp see paragraph 5 3 Adjust the ballast output to match the wattage of the lamp see paragraph 6 1 Exchange the lamps of all connected ballasts Reconnect the ballast to the mains Programming a light cycle Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate Light Cycle and press enter The Light Cycle screen will open 19 In this screen the hour indication behind ON blinks 19 Press the arrow keys AV to select the hour on which the lights must be activated and press enter to confirm your choice Use the same procedure to set the minute 19B on which the lights must be activated and the hour 19 and minute 19D on which the ights must be deactivated 31 6 3 19 Programming a light cycle Set follow or inverse mode aux function The controller can be set to activate and deactivate all ballasts connected to it simultaneously In this manual this mode will be referred to as the Follow Mode
15. arrow keys AV to adjust the temperature to the desired value and press enter to confirm your choice Note The calibrated temperature values are stored in the internal memory 5 3 of the controller Resetting the controller will restore these values see paragraph 6 7 Change the display mode from the controller output from to Watts Caution The wattage displayed by the controller only serves as a visual aid calculating the output in wattage from the set percentage If a 400W ballast model is selected in the controller but a 1000W ballast is connected the ballast will still provide a 1000W output at 100 Warning Always use the setting when ballasts with different wattages are used simultaneously By default the controller represents ballast output as a percentage of the total output 17 The controller can also convert this percentage into Watts if the wattage of the ballast is known 29 17 Default output display Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate Display mode and press enter The Display mode screen opens Press the arrow keys AV to select which type of ballasts you have connected 400W 600W 750W 1000W or select percentage in a mixed environment Press enter to confirm your choice The main screen and the output level screen see paragraph 6 1 will now represent the ballast output in Watts 18B B 18 Output display in Watts
16. aux channel are activated A blinking blue light indicates an overload in the main or aux channel see paragraph 7 4 3 When a blue light is off it indicates the connected ballasts are deactivated Red light 22E 22F A blinking red light indicates the auto dim temperature is exceeded see paragraph 7 4 4 A fast blinking red indicates the shutdown temperature has been exceeded see paragraph 7 4 5 A burning red light indicates the auto dim temperature has been exceeded in the past see paragraph 7 4 4 Interpreting display messages Sensor disconnected The message Sensor disconnected appears when one or two temperature sensors are not plugged in All devices connected to the controller are deactivated Plug in the missing sensor to resolve Sensor failure If the message sensor failure appears the sensor is defect All devices connected to the controller are deactivated The controller must be reset Replace the temperature sensor Hold the reset button 4 for 3 seconds Controller Overload If the message controller overload appears either the main or aux channel of the controller has been overloaded The blue led indicator behind the overloaded channel will also start flashing An overload may occur when the wiring connected to the main or aux channel of the controller has 37 7 4 4 7 4 5 7 5 short circuited All devices connected to the controller will be deactivated The controlle
17. ballast Programming a light cycle Set follow or inverse mode aux function Set temperature safety settings Setting the auto dim temperature Setting safety shutdown temperature Setting the sunrise and sunset period Activate or deactivate the lights manually or set automatic mode Resetting the controller to factory settings Interpreting controller information 7 1 7 2 7 3 7 3 1 7 3 2 7 3 3 7 4 7 4 1 7 4 2 7 4 3 7 4 4 7 4 5 7 5 Reading the default screen Show system time Interpreting LED signals Green light 22 Blue light 22C 22D Red light 22E 22F Interpreting display messages Sensor disconnected Sensor failure Controller Overload Auto dim Temp Alarm View the software version on the controller Maintenance and Repair Environment and Disposal Warranty Appendix Overview of all screens on display 27 27 27 27 28 28 29 30 31 31 31 32 33 33 34 34 35 35 36 36 36 36 37 37 37 37 37 37 37 38 38 38 39 39 39 40 gt gt x Z o gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL Introduction Product description The Gavita Master controller EL2 is a dual channel controller which can control up to 80 ballasts lights in climate rooms Unlike a switchboard which switches the power supply of regular ballasts on and off the controller can control appropriate Gavita e series ballasts by means of a low voltage control signal T
18. be dangerous Doing so will void the warranty A Warning Do not open or disassemble the controller it contains no serviceable parts Opening the controller will void its warranty 4 Installing the controller 4 1 Placing the controller Warning The area in which the product is placed must comply with the conditions specified in paragraph 2 3 AA Caution Only mount the product on a sturdy solid background Note Use the included plugs for hard surfaces Determine the optimal location for the controller Carefully pry the mounting clamp from the controller using a prying tool or a flat head screwdriver 1 tape it to prevent damage to the housing 1 Removing mounting clamp gt gt 4 x Z o PROFESSIONAL Hang the controller mounting plate against the desired surface using one of the a countersunk screws 2A Secure the mounting plate with a second screw 2B Click the controller on the mounting clamp 3 2 Hanging the mouniting clamp 3 Clicking the controller on the clamp 4 2 Installing and connecting the temperature sensor s Warning The Gavita Master controller is not a climate controller Do not use the product to manage the temperature in your climate room A Caution Only use Gavita temperature sensors A Caution Ensure the controller measures the same temperature as the climate control system see paragraph 5 2 The controller can only be used when it is connected to either one or
19. dim and shutdown function are primarily meant to prevent crop damage Besides controlling up to 80 ballasts the controller can also control two Gavita External Contactor Modules 5 These modules can be used to Switch auxiliary equipment during light on or light off periods CO equipment heating cooling etc The ECMs may also be used to switch non dimmable supplemental lighting such as the regular non e series plasma lamps Auxiliary equipment is also governed by the controller s temperature safety features The controller is provided with a set of alarm contacts which may be connected to a standard alarm installation or cell phone module to provide instant messaging An alarm will be triggered by temperature shutdown sensor failure or power failure The controller is equipped with a 16x2 character green OLED display which ensures high contrast and clarity in dark and light environments It provides a self explaining menu system with a full text interface for extremely easy and intuitive use There is no need to go through a code table to set your controls or read your statuses The system is also equipped with LEDs as status indicators to see the status of your controller at a glance The interface language is user selectable English Spanish French German and Dutch are standard available The Controller uses a low DC voltage to control both ballasts and contactor modules making the system safe to install Cables fo
20. er to complete fixtures 4 3 8 Shortening RJ cables 4 4 Connecting the controller to External Contactor Modules ECMs to control auxiliary equipment 4 4 1 Connecting the signal cable to the controller and the 5 4 4 2 Controlling auxiliary equipment in Follow mode one room 4 4 2 1 Connecting equipment which must be used during lights on periods 4 4 2 2 Connecting equipment which must be used during lights off periods 4 4 3 Controlling auxiliary equipment in Inverse mode two rooms 12h 12h 4 4 3 1 Connecting equipment which must be used during lights on periods 4 4 3 2 Connecting equipment which must be used during lights off periods 4 5 Connecting a temperature shutdown sensor failure or power off alarm to the controller 4 5 1 Connecting an alarm wire to the controller 4 6 Connecting the controller to the mains 10 11 GA PROFESSIONAL Preparations before use 5 1 5 1 1 5 1 2 5 1 3 5 2 5 3 Localizing your controller Selecting your default language Switching between 24 hour and AM PM clock mode and setting the time Switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius Calibrating the temperature Change the display mode from the controller output from to Watts Programming and using the controller 6 1 6 1 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 6 4 1 6 4 2 6 5 6 6 6 7 Adjust ballast output to change light intensity Control a lamp with a lower power rating then its
21. ge current alarm contacts NO NC 13 5V 50mA Maximum cable length per port 00m 328ft 1 Maximum number of ballasts per port Total number of ballasts controller 8B0 Environment Warning The product may not be exposed to moisture condensing humidity contamination or dust 0 35 C 32 95 F Operating humidity non condensing Required tools Dl 1 Drill Modify cable length optional RJ14 crimp tool gt gt a x Z o 2 5 Components p Gavita Master controller EL2 Mounting plate 2x Countersunk screw 2x Plug Manual 120 240V AC 5V DC power adapter 2000mA 2x Controller cable 5m 16ft RJ14 6 plug connect to ballasts Il RJ9 4P4C plug connect to controller G 2x Temperature sensor with cable 5m 16ft 2 6 Controls mmoow Gavita Master EL2 Gavita bastar controllers 2 7 Indications gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL Gavita M Gavita Master controllers For more information on indications go to chapter 7 Power indication Light indication main emperature warning main emperature warning aux A burning green light indicates controller is active A blinking green light indicates a power interruption has occured during operation Displays status warnings and controller menu A burning blue light indicates the port is active A blinking blue light indicates an ove
22. he controller has two channels a main channel and an auxiliary channel Both channels can control a group of up to 40 e series ballasts The controller can be set to activate and deactivate all ballasts connected to it simultaneously In this manual this mode will be referred to as the Follow Mode The controller can also be set to alternate between the main and auxiliary channel This means the auxiliary channel and the ballasts connected to it are switched off when the main channel and the ballasts connected to it are switched on and vice versa An inverted light cycle is intended to be used to alternate light between two rooms in a 12 12 hour system to optimize power utilization In this manual this mode will be referred to as the Inverse Mode The ballasts and lights connected to the controller form a significant heat source within the climate room If for whatever reason the climate control system cannot prevent the temperature from rising in the climate room the lights should be dimmed or even shut down to prevent crop damage The controller can be connected to either one temperature sensor in follow mode or two temperature sensors in inverse mode to sense the temperature in the climate room s The controller offers the possibility to set the temperature at which it will dim the lights and a temperature at which it will shut the lights down The controller is not meant to replace climate control equipment Its auto
23. l be saved by an internal battery Plug the DC plug back in the software version will be displayed for a few seconds 23 23 Example display software version 38 8 10 gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL Maintenance and Repair Warning Do not open or disassemble the controller it contains no serviceable parts Opening the controller will void its warranty Warning Do not use acids solvents abrasives or other aggressive substances to clean the controller as this may cause damage The Gavita Master controller EL2 is maintenance free The Controller may be cleaned with a soft dry cloth Please contact your reseller in case of controller malfunction Environment and Disposal ATTENTION THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY The symbol on the material accessories or packaging indicates that this product may not be discarded as household waste Dispose of the equipment through a recycling center that handles electronics and electrical appliances within the EU and in other European countries which use separate collection systems for used electronics and electrical appliances By disposing of the equipment in the proper way you will be helping to prevent possible risks to the environment and public health which might otherwise be caused by improper handling of the discarded equipment Recycling of materials contributes to the conservation of natural resources Therefore please do
24. m amp 2 E 3 9 Main Room ire Aux T 5 Placing a temperature sensor in inverse mode he displayed temperature may take some time to level out f the length of the sensor cable is not long enough to reach the controller relocate the controller If this is not possible the sensor cable may be lengthened an extra 5 meters using a standard 3 5 mm jack extension cable fully Note f the message sensor removed appears the plug of the sensor is not plugged in Plug the sensor in completely f the message sensor failure appears the sensor is defect Replace the sensor 17 4 3 Connecting the controller to the ballasts Warning The controller may can only be connected to compatible Gavita e series remote ballasts and complete fixtures For a list of compatible products consult paragraph 2 10 or go to www gavita holland com Note for more information on shortening RJ cables consult paragraph 4 3 3 A group of up to 40 e series ballasts can be connected to both the main RJ port and the auxiliary RJ9 port of the controller Consult paragraph 4 3 1 to connect the controller to remote ballasts Consult paragraph 4 3 2 to connect the controller to complete fixtures Connecting the controller to remote ballasts Warning When connecting the fixture to the controller it may ignite Make sure either fixture power is di
25. oller will automatically start dimming the lights No auto dim will occur if the shutdown temperature is set at the auto dim temperature Note the auto dim will stay on until half a degree Celsius 0 9 degrees Fahrenheit under the set temperature Setting safety shutdown temperature Note The default shutdown temperature is set at 35 C 95 F Note The safety shutdown temperature of the controller cannot be set lower than the auto dim temperature Warning Always set the shutdown temperature so it does not accidentally deactivate the lights Warning After a shutdown a manual reset is required Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate Shutdown Temp and press enter The Shutdown temperature screen opens Press the arrow keys AV to increase or decrease the temperature Press enter to confirm Once the shutdown temperature is reached 20 the controller will automatically shut down all the lights and all the equipment connected to the ECMs The A NC and A NO alarm contacts will also switch see paragraph 4 5 Setting the sunrise and sunset period To allow crops to adjust to either a lights on or lights off period a sunrise and sunset period may be set During this period the light intensity increases from 50 percent to up to the desired intensity Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate Sunrise sunset and press enter The
26. ontrollers ars F ECM1 ECM2 man Auxiliary equipment lights off 11 Controlling auxiliary equipment in Follow mode 4 4 2 1 Connecting equipment which must be used during lights on periods o Example a CO source light or watering unit may be activated during lights on periods Connect the ECM to the cage clamps marked ECM1 11A Plug the auxiliary equipment into the female plug of the ECM power cords Plug the ECM male plug into a mains receptacle 22 PROFESSIONAL 4 4 2 2 Connecting equipment which must be used during lights off periods Example a heater may be activated during lights off periods Connect the ECM to the cage clamps marked ECM2 11B Connect the auxiliary equipment which must be activated during lights off periods to the ECM connected to clamps marked ECM2 4 4 3 Controlling auxiliary equipment in Inverse mode two rooms 12h 12h A Caution Gavita recommends you install and connect the ECM before plugging it into the mains Note Two ECMs are needed for a two room setup Note When activated the blue light on the ECM will burn Link one ECM to the controller cage clamps marked ECM1 and a second ECM to the controller cage clamps marked ECM2 Gavita Master EL2 o mn Main 2 amp 3 3 3 Cavite Peste controllers oda ECM1 ECM2
27. r must be reset Check which channel indicates the overload Search for faulty wiring or contacts and replace it Hold the reset button 4 for 3 seconds Auto dim When the auto dim temperature has been exceeded the message auto dim will appear on the display next to the corresponding channel The red light will also flash The flashing will continue until the temperature drops half a degree Celsius 0 9 degrees Fahrenheit below the auto dim temperature for at least 30 seconds A burning red light indicates the auto dim temperature has been exceeded in the past Toresolve a burning red light hold the reset button 4 for three seconds to reset the warning Temp Alarm When the shutdown temperature has been exceeded the message Temp alarm will appear on the display and the red light will flash rapidly devices connected to the controller are deactivated The controller must be reset Ensure the temperature of the room is below the shutdown temperature If the temperature is still above shutdown temperature the controller cannot be reset Hold the reset button 4 for three seconds to reset the controller see for more information about wiring the RJ4 connector paragraph 4 3 3 View the software version on the controller Your reseller or Gavita Holland bv may request the software version of your controller to check for compatibility with future Gavita products Remove the DC plug from the controller your data wil
28. r plug amp play installation are provided with the controller and the ballasts 1 2 Glossary of Terminology External Contactor Module Liaht evele A 24 hour period in which the lights are activated and deactivated once Lights on period The period of the light cycle in which the lights are activated Lights off period The period of the light cycle in which the lights are not activated Main and auxiliary channel are switched on and off Follow mode simultaneousb Main and auxiliary channel are switched Inverse mode i alternating one on one off and vice versa Ballast A ballast is a device intended to ignite and power HID lamps A ballast integrated with a reflector and lamp 1 3 Used symbols The following icons will be used throughout the manual A Warning A warning indicates severe damage to the user and or product may occur when a procedure is not carried out as described A Caution A caution sign indicates problems may occur if a procedure is not carried out as described o Note Example A note or example provides tips and addition information to the user 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 GA PROFESSIONAL Product specifications General product information Master Controller EL2 60 56 00 xx xx Gavita Holland bv Technical specifications Controller dimensions LxWxH 127 x 22 75 mm Power sunni Adapter 100V 240V AC 50 60hz PPY DC 2000mA 11 5V Maximum volta
29. rload short circuit in a cable connected to the port Blue light off indicates the port is inactive A burning red light indicates the auto dim temperature has been exceeded in the past A blinking red light indicates the auto dim temperature threshold is currently exceeded The corresponding output channels are being dimmed A fast blinking red light indicates the shutdown temperature threshold has been exceeded All output channels have been shut down 2 8 Connections Main EMCI 2 A NO A NC eri amp UM ERES ece B 4 5V DC input 3 5 mm jack main temperature sensor 1 RJ9 4 Main port for controlling up to 40 ballasts Cage clamp connector ECM1 output is active when main channel is on Cage clamp connector ECM2 output is active when main channel is off Cage clamp alarm Normally Open potential free contact Cage clamp alarm Normally Closed potential free contact RJ9 4 Auxiliary port for controlling up to 40 ballasts 3 5 mm jack auxiliary temperature sensor T2 rommoom 12 gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL 2 9 Accessories Note Accessories are not included they have to be bought separately Visit the website of Gavita Holland www gavita holland com for the latest Gavita products nterconnect cable OGR EM Power supply Gavita US ve
30. roller will not immediately display the correct temperature when the sensor is plugged in The sensor will take some time to respond to temperature changes Caution To allow for accurate temperature management within the climate room the temperature measured by the controller must match the temperature measured by the climate control system If these values do not match the temperature safety system of the Gavita controller may interfere with the climate control system Caution Always place the temperature sensor of the controller as close as possible to the temperature sensor of the climate control system If necessary the temperature measured by the Gavita controller can be adjusted to match the temperature measured by the climate control system Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate Calibrate and press enter The Calibration screen will open 16 This screen displays the temperature measured by the main temperature sensor T1 16 and auxiliary temperature sensor T2 16B If one or both temperature sensors are not or incorrectly connected the text removed or failure will be displayed behind the applicable temperature sensor 28 gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL B 16 Calibrating the temperature sensor Use the arrow keys AV to switch between T1 or T2 and press enter to select the temperature value you wish to adjust Use the
31. rsion 120V 90 02 02 03 Master Controller EL1 EL2 UK version 240V 90 02 02 02 with 2 m cord EU version 230V 90 02 02 01 universal voltage 120 240 V AUS version 240V 90 02 02 05 US version 120V 15A 60 57 00 12 20 US version 240V 15A 60 57 00 24 20 2 UK version 240V 13A 60 57 00 24 11 with 10 ft 3m cable EU version 230V 16 60 57 00 23 10 AUS version 240V 10A 60 57 00 24 60 CH version 240V 10A ee a 57 00 23 12 BSK AA cable 10 ft 3 0 m standard cable 190030115 03 01 15 Temperature sensor with 5 m cable 3 5 ka 60 50 00 14 mm mini jack plug 2 10 Compatible ballasts Note Ballasts are not included they have to be bought separately Visit the website of Gavita Holland www gavita holland com for the latest Gavita products The Gavita Master controller EL2 is compatible with all Gavita e series ballasts 3 Safety guidelines and measures Warning Keep the controller away from fire excessive heat water dust and contamination A Warning The Gavita Master controller EL2 may only be used to control compatible Gavita e series ballasts Do not connect the Controller to other products as this may be dangerous and may cause malfunctions in the connected equipment Doing so will void the warranty A Warning The ECM channels of the Gavita Master controller EL2 may only be connected to Gavita ECMs Do not connect the Controller to other products as this may lead to malfunctions or damage and can
32. sconnected or the controller is switched off Warning Ensure the remote ballasts are connected to their lamps and reflectors Switch the rotary knob on all Gavita ballasts to EXT external control Plug the RJ9 end of one of the controller cablels 6A into the RJ9 main port of the controller If a two room setup is used or if more than 40 ballast have to be connected plug a second ballast connection cable in the RJ9 aux port 6B Plug the RJ14 end of the controller cablels into one of the two RJ14 ports of the first ballast 6C Interconnect the remote ballast to the next ballast in line using an interconnect cable with RJ14 plugs 6D Up to 40 ballasts may be daisy chained this way 6 Connecting the controller to remote ballasts 18 gt gt 4 x Z o PROFESSIONAL 4 3 2 Connecting the controller to complete fixtures Warning When connecting the fixture to the controller it may ignite Make sure either fixture power is disconnected or the controller is switched off A RJ14 splitter and two cables are provided with each complete fixture since complete fixtures have only one RJ14 port Switch the rotary knob on all Gavita ballasts to EXT Plug the RJ9 end of one of the provided controller cable into the RJ main port of the controller 7 _ fa two room setup is used or if more than 40 ballast have to be connected plug a second controller cable in the RJ9 aux port 7B
33. ter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate language and press enter he language screen will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate your language Press enter to confirm your choice and return to the controller menu Switching between 24 hour and AM PM clock mode and setting the time Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate System time and press enter The System Time screen 15 will open In this screen the clock mode indication blinks 15 Press the arrow keys AV to switch between the 24 hour and the AM PM hour clock mode Press enter to confirm your choice The hour indication 15B will start blinking Press the arrow keys AV to select the correct hour In a AM PM hour clock mode continue pressing to select AM PM Press enter to confirm Use the same procedure to set the minutes 15C Press enter to confirm your choice and return to the controller menu 27 5 2 B 15 Switching clock mode and setting the time Switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius Press enter the controller menu will open Press the arrow keys AV to locate Temp units and press enter The temperature units screen will open Press the arrow keys AV to switch between F and C Press enter to confirm your choice and return to the controller menu Calibrating the temperature sensor s Caution The cont
34. ton 4 for 3 seconds The green power indication will start to burn continuously 14 Connecting the controller to the mains 26 5 A 5 1 51 2 gt gt a x Z o PROFESSIONAL Preparations before use Caution Set the controllers output mode to OFF see paragraph 6 6 to ensure no ballasts will be accidentally activated during the controller setup After this it is safe to either connect the ballasts to mains or insert the signal cable to the ballasts into the controller Note after 60 seconds of inactivity the controller interface will return to the main menu Note to leave any screen without saving changes press the arrow key 4 Note lesser used functions can be accessed faster by clicking the arrow key Ensure you have carried out all applicable steps from chapter 4 Plugthe ballast in the mains The status led on the ballast will indicate that they are connected to the controller Examine whether all LEDs show the correct code Check the connections when you see an error code In case an overload is indicated on the controller display please check if you did not make a cabling error connecting a RJ connector see paragraph 4 3 3 Verify your controller is ready for use by performing the actions described in this chapter Localizing your controller Selecting your default language The controller can be set to five languages Dutch English German French and Spanish Press en
35. two temperature sensors The controller uses these sensors to monitor the temperature in the climate room s The controller will automatically dim or shut down the lights if the temperature in a climate room becomes too high For more information on temperature safety consult paragraph 6 4 The controller must be connected to ONE temperature sensor when the controller is in Follow mode see paragraph 4 2 1 The controller must be connected to TWO temperature sensors if the controller is in Inverse mode see paragraph 4 2 2 15 4 2 1 Installing the temperature sensor in Follow mode one room Only one of the provided temperature sensors is needed in Follow mode Place the provided temperature sensor as close as possible to the sensor of the existing climate control system so both sensors will measure the same temperature 4A Ensure the sensor is covered from the light as this will disrupt temperature measurements Use a hood if necessary 4B A template for a hood is included on the last page Insert the plug of the temperature sensor into the T1 port 4 Thetemperature measured by the sensor will be displayed on the controller display Climate control system 4 Placing a temperature sensor in follow mode Note The displayed temperature may take some time to level out Note If the length of the sensor cable is insufficient to reach the controller try to
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