Sensor+ Dimming System v1.0.x User Manual
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1. Set Priority gt p lt x 10 No Setup Preset Select Preset gt ppp lt X Set Fade Time x Updating Settings X Set Fade Time Preset Name mm ss Please Wait Setup Preset x Select Preset gt lt x Set Priority gt ppp lt x Updating Settings x Set Priority Preset Name 10 Please Wait Setup Preset x Name Preset x Name Preset x Updating Settings X Set Preset Name Preset Number ppp Preset Name Please Wait Setup Preset x Name Room x Name Room r x Set Room Name Room Number Room Name Setup Preset x Select Room gt r lt x Set Active Presets x Updating Settings x Max Active Presets Room Name a Active Presets Please Wait Figure 6 The Presets menu 14 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Activate Preset The Activate Preset menu allows you to activate a selected preset Deactivate Presets The Deactivate Preset menu allows you to deactivate a selected preset Clear Presets User onl The Clear Presets menu allows a User to delete a selected preset Record Presets User only The Record Presets menu allows a User to assign a preset number and set the source for levels the fade time and playback priority and the room If the preset number is already recorded you can record over it with the new settings or if the preset is empty you can record these settings to that selected number Set Fade Time User only The Set Fade Time menu2. Figure 5 GFI Dimmer module circuit breakers Reset the breaker switches and log the test on the test sheet Close the dimmer rack door WARNING GFI testing must be performed and logged monthly to conform to UL 943 Life Safety requirements 30 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Troubleshooting Your Sensor system helps you identify system problems with status reporting and diagnostic testing capabilities You will usually notice a system problem in one of two ways Sensor beacon on the dimmer rack begins blinking indicating the CEM has detected a problem The system may still continue to dim normally You notice a problem with system performance The beacon may be flashing or the problem may be caused by another part of your lighting control system When either of these situations occur you can follow these steps to isolate and correct the cause Make a preliminary examination of your system Check the CEM display Sensor Connect or WYSILink for error messages For an explanation of error message causes and possible corrections see CEM Error Messages page 33 If lights are stuck on Check for an activated Preset at your CEM This can lock some or all of your dimmer circuits at one level Make sure your Panic circuit is not activated This will drive some of your dimmer circuit to full and hold them there Make sure all direct dimmer levels at the CE
3. dimmer or higher wattage lamp s on the circuit LOAD CHANGE LOW Load is currently lower than the recorded load for this Rerecord the load or check for missing or dimmer burned out lamp s on the circuit RCD TRIP The RCD in has failed tripped Replace RCD module A load is recorded but there is currently no load Rerecord the load or check for missing or LOAD __ NO LOAD Ao s present on this dimmer burned out lamp s on the circuit 34 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Appendix B Dimmer Curves Dimmer curves determine how dimmers set voltage output in response to control signal input To accommodate designer preferences and load response variations Sensor offers five dimmer curve choices which can be applied to individual dimmers Linear curve The linear curve matches the control input percentage to Root Mean Squared RMS voltage output Each percent increase in control level increases dimmer voltage output by the same amount Output Voltage RMS Console percentage setting Figure 6 Linear dimmer curve Dimmer Curves 35 Modified linear curve modified linear curve reduces the voltage change at low control levels for better performance in low wattage fixtures 140 120 100 80 60 40 Output Voltage RMS 20 D SER Ven Modified linear curve Linear curve for reference Figure 7 Modified linear dimmer curve Square law curve At low control levels much
4. 20 Console percentage setting Sensor 2 0 curve Linear curve for reference Figure 10 Sensor 2 0 dimmer curve Dimmer Curves 37 38 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Appendix C GFI Dimmer Test Sheet E E TD LL X o a c o o ks o c o o 9 m o o oO D c 9 S o pun 2 E x E LL E o Fr n x un E x 2 o a lt o 2 z o 2 o 2 D pun c c E c o a 2 o E This test log must be posted in a conspicuous location near the GFI dimmers 39 GFI Dimmer Test Sheet 40 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Index A Advanced Features 6 Advanced patch 20 Air filter cleaning 25 Air filter timer 22 C Control Module 3 Replacement 28 User interface sun aa ds v serve 7 View errors 33 Crossfade to 20 D Data loss behavior 20 DC output prevent 19 Dimmer check
5. Set Network Select Rack gt lt x Rack Name Select Data Type x DMX A Data Loss Behavior x Wait amp Fade Out Updating Settings x Please Wait Select Rack gt lt x Rack Name Hold Last Look Network Enable Enabled Generate Event Wait amp Fade Out x Wait amp Fade Wait Time 60 59 Enable Boot x Disabled Enabled Setup Rack Set First Dimmer Setup Rack Set Temp Alarm Set IP Address x www xxx yyy zzz Save and Reboot P Cancel Select Rack gt lt Rack Name Select Rack gt Rack Name lt Set Subnet Mask www xxx yyy zzz Cancel Set First Dimmer Dimmer xxxxxx Set Temp Alarm xxx F Temp x Set Gateway x Www xxx yyy Zzz Yes Updating Settings X Please Wait Updating Settings x Please Wait Updating Settings x Please Wait Setup Racks x Set Phase Balance Setup Rack Air Filter Timer Setup Rack x Configure Fan Basic Operation Select Rack gt Rack Name Select Rack gt Rack Name Select Rack gt Rack Name 1 lt 8 lt lt Set Phase Balance Balanced 3Phase Set Clean Time Hours of Use xxxx Configure Fan No Data 15 Min x x x Set Input Power X 120 Volts Updating Settings x Please Wait Updating Settings x Please Wait Wait amp Fade
6. User Set PIN User Enter New PIN Re enter New PIN x PIN X X X X PIN IX X Figure 10 The Group menu Record Loads User only The Record Loads menu is used to record the loads on each dimmer This is useful in Advanced Features systems where load reporting is desired Name Group User onl The Name Group menu allows a User to set the name of the Group Names are alphanumeric and can be up to 20 characters long not all 20 characters will be visible on the LCD Set Language User only The Set Language menu allows a User to set the language of the user interface Ambient Temp Type User only The Ambient Temp Type menu allows a User to set temperature reporting as either Fahrenheit or Celsius Set Login Timeout User only The Set Login Timeout menu allows a User to set the time after which the CEM will automatically log the current user out and return to the default access level as set in the Group configuration The timeout is based upon inactivity at the keypad Set PIN User only The Set PIN menu allows a User to set the PIN for User level login Guests require no PIN for access Basic Operation 23 24 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Chapter 3 Maintenance The air filter in the door of your dimmer rack traps dust and dirt that would otherwise clog the air vents of your dimmer and CEM modules This filter should be inspected regularly every six months and c
7. 19 Dimmer Doubling 6 Dimmer menu 17 Dimmefs f ann eee OUR ae or 4 GFI modules 29 Dynamic preheat 19 E Error messages 33 F Fan configuration 22 Feedback 2 ess vo ur REY Y 6 Firing mode 18 First dimmer 20 FUSES edb D Le DEM Gas 29 G GFI dimmer modules 29 Testing s eU REID ONE LA 30 GOUD os Ate ee pO o RE VE 3 Group menu 23 H Hold last look 20 Inrush protection 19 L Login menu 13 M Menus zv tue edere gui 17 GIOUD neto TR Sec AR ERA 23 Login vede S eet redes 13 Maim si ioar mek Ta ah 10 Panic UE ERE 16 Presets 2240 alas ee RAS 14 RACK ae ore 20 M d les 5 1 mama ers 4 GFI dimmers 29 P Pa icmendi ocu e ex ees 16 Patch modes 20 Pr sets la nannten produ 6 Presets menu 14 R Rack menu 20 Record loads 23 Replace CEM 28 Replace fuses 29 S Sensor Connect 6 8 Standard patch 20 Swap modules 27
8. Air Filter Timer User only The Air Filter Timer menu allows a User to set the amount of time between air filter cleaning reminders for a selected rack This timer counts down only when the fan is running in the rack Configure Fan User only The Configure Fan menu allows a User to configure the behavior of the fan in the selected rack Available settings include No Data 15 Min and Always On No Data 15 Min will allow the fan to shut off if there have been no dimmer levels sent to that rack in 15 minutes When levels are sent to dimmers in the rack the fan will start up automatically The fan will always run for 15 minutes following a reset of the CEM Sensor Dimming System User Manual Group User only no Guest access The Group menu includes menus for recording loads naming the group setting the preferred units for temperature reporting and language and login settings The Group menu is available only to those logged in at the User level Record Loads Current Control Recording M Setup Group x Name Group x Updating Settings Name Group Group Name Please Wait x i x Setup Group x Set Language x Updating Settings X Set Language Language English Please Wait i x x Setup Group Set Temp type x Updating Settings Ambient Temp Type Report as F Please Wait Setup Group x Set Login Timeout X Updating Settings Set Login Timeout mm Minutes Please Wait Setup Group x Select Access Level
9. sensort DIMMING SYSTEM User Manual Version 1 0 x Copyright Electronic Theatre Controls Inc All Rights reserved Product information and specifications subject to change Part Number 7150M1200 1 0 x Rev A Released June 2004 ETC Emphasis Expression Insight Imagine Focus Express Unison Obsession 11 ETCNet2 EDMX Source Four Revolution Sensor and WYSILink are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Electronic Theatre Controls Inc in the United States and other countries The name WYSIWYG is a trademark of CAST Lighting Limited Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries All other trademarks both marked and not marked are the property of their respective owners Table of Contents Introduction 1 Congratulations 1 Using this Manual 1 Chapter 1 Overview 3 System Components 3 Sensor Dimming System Features 6 Chapter 2 Basic Operation 7 The CEM User Interface 7 Sensor Connect Web Browser Interface 8 Default Network Settings for Your Computer 9 CEM Basic Operation 10 The Main Men
10. B or C is higher than 140Vac Check line feed FREQUENCY ERROR Feed power is not 50 or 60Hz 2 5Hz Check input frequency NO AIRFLOW Insufficient airflow detected Check fan and air filter for obstruction CEM Error Messages 33 CEM Error Message Probable Cause Possible Corrective Action ss A B or C VOLTS Voltage on phase A B or C is lower than 80Vac LOW AIRFLOW Airflow is low Check fans and air filter for obstruction This is a reminder to clean your air filter It appears Reset the Clean Time counter to the CLEAN YOUR FILTER when the Clean Time clock has counted down to number of hours you want between filter zero cleaning Reduce the load on the indicated phase through repatching or lowering output levels of associated dimmers Transfer configuration data from another CONFIG MISMATCH _ Configuration error PHASE Incoming line voltage on phase A has dipped HEADROOM below the configuration defined Headroom level Check circuit for cause of circuit breaker BREAKER TRIP The circuit breaker on dimmer _ has tripped trip such as too many lamps on the dimmer or bad cabling SCR STUCK ON The SCR in dimmer ___ has failed on SCR STUCK OFF The SCR in dimmer has failed off MODULE __ REMOVED Module has been removed from the rack Reinsert or replace module LOAD CHANGE HIGH Load is currently higher than the recorded load for this Rerecord the load or check for additional
11. Connect interface on Emphasis Control Systems or by browsing into a CEM using Internet Explorer 6 on a PC on the network View error messages on the CEM LCD display Step 1 Open the door of the rack with the blinking beacon The CEM will display the message Rack Errors Step2 Press 2 to enter the error list The number of errors and which error is currently displayed of that number are displayed at the top of the display Step 3 Press and 2 to increment and decrement through the list if necessary CEM Error Message Probable Cause Possible Corrective Action AMBIENT OVERTEMP Ambient temperature is higher than 115 F 46 C AMBIENT TEMP HIGH Ambient temperature is higher than 104 F 40 C AMBIENT TEMP LOW Ambient temperature is lower than 32 F 0 DIMMER ERROR A dimmer in this rack has an error S DATA ERROR PORT A or B DMX512 data error cook DMXS12 pothinpur cable and termination NO DATA PORT A or B No DMX512 data has been received by Port A or B Md MODULE __ OVERTEMP Dimmer module has overheated and shut down Check airflow PHASE DETECT FAIL CEM could not read the line feed phasing the CEMS and tty again If problem persists replace the CEM SOFTWARE ERROR CEM units running different versions of software are Install the same version of software on all on the same network CEM units PHASE A B or C VOLTS HIGH Voltage on phase A
12. From Dimmer xxxxx Updating Settings Please Wait Name Dimmer x Select Dimmer gt xxxxxx lt Set Curve Thru Dimmer xxxxx Set Curve x Mod Square Updating Settings x Please Wait Setup Dimmer x Set Firing Mode Setup Dimmer x Set Properties Dimmer x Dimmer Check Set Firing Mode Thru Dimmer xxxxx Set Firing Mode x Mode Normal Set Properties From Dimmer xxxxx Set Properties Thru Dimmer xxxxx Voltage Regulation on Dynamic Preheat Off Updating Settings Please Wait Dimmer Check x Set Level gt xxx lt Updating Settings Please Wait Basic Operation DC Output Prevent Off or Dimmer xxxxx Inrush Protection Off Dimmer Check x Figure 8 The Dimmer menu 17 Set Levels The Set Levels menu allows you to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a specified level at the Levels set here take priority over any other level inputs such as control consoles and architectural control systems Levels set here do not take priority over levels generated by an active Panic look The amp button on the CEM face panel accesses this menu directly Release Levels The Release Levels menu allows you to release the level of a dimmer or a range of dimmers Once rele
13. T Technical Services 27 Test GFl dimmers 30 Threshold oz REPRE 18 V Voltage regulation 18 W Wait amp fade 20 WYSIEIBIC A eo ara a 6 41 42 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Americas m 3031 Pleasant View Road P O Box 620979 Middleton Wisconsin 53562 0979 USA Tel 1 608 831 4116 m 800 688 4116 m Fax 1 608 836 1736 800 555 8912 Europe m Unit 5 Victoria Industrial Estate Victoria Road London W3 6UU UK m Tel 44 0 20 8896 1000 m Fax 44 0 20 8896 2000 Asia m Room 605 606 Tower Ill Enterprise Square 9 Sheung Yuet Road Kowloon Bay Kowloon Hong Kong m Tel 852 2799 1220 m Fax 4852 2799 9325 Web www etcconnect com m Email US mail etcconnect com m UK mail etceurope com m Asia mail etcasia com Service service etcconnect com m Toll free 800 775 4382 m Comments about this document techcomm etcconnect com se 7150M1200 1 0 x m Rev A m Released 06 2004 m Copyright 2004 Electronic Theatre Controls Inc All Rights Reserved Product information and specifications subject to change
14. allows a User to update the fade time for a recorded preset Set Priority User onl The Set Priority menu allows a User to update the priority for a recorded preset Set Preset Name User only The Set Preset Name menu allows a User to update the name of a recorded preset Names are alphanumeric and can be up to 20 characters long not all 20 characters will be visible on the LCD Set Room Name User only The Set Room Name menu allows a User to set the name of a room Max Active Presets User only The Max Active Presets menu allows a User to set the maximum number of active presets for a selected room Basic Operation 15 Panic The Panic menu allows a Guest to activate and deactivate the Panic look and allows a User to record and clear the Panic look Panic gt Active lt x ETC CEM R_ __G x Panic Activated x Activate Panic Panic x Record Panic x Force Others Off x Panic already Rec No Record Panic Master Level 100 Disabled Yes Overwrite Panic x Panic Recorded x Yes Overwrite No No 1 1 Panic x Clear Panic x Clear Panic Panic Cleared Activate Panic Figure 7 The Panic menu The Activate Panic menu toggles between Activate and Deactivate depending on the status of the Panic look Record Panic User only The Record Panic menu allows a User to record dimmers that currently have an output level at the Master Level or gr
15. of traditional incandescent fixture s light output is in the invisible infrared spectrum This results in poor visible response to low control levels A square law curve applies a multiple derived from the square root of the control level with full output equal to 1 00 to increase voltage response at low control levels to compensate for the infrared loss 140 80 60 40 Output Voltage RMS 20 I er AEN Square law curve Linear curve for reference Figure 8 Square law dimmer curve 36 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Modified Square law curve A standard square law curve may overcompensate for infrared loss resulting in steppy response to incremental control changes at low levels ETC s modified square law curve applies a second multiple to the standard square law curve for more uniform response to control levels changes across the entire range of dimmer output 140 w a 80 60 40 Output Voltage RMS 20 Console percentage setting Modified square law curve Linear curve for reference Figure 9 Modified square law dimmer curve Sensor 2 0 curve The Sensor 2 0 curve is the previous version of ETC s modified square law curve It provides backwards compatibility for shows created using earlier versions of ETC equipment and familiar response for designers who prefer the earlier version 140 120 100 80 60 40 Output Voltage RMS
16. the center of the main air vent Step 5 Pull the dimmer straight out Step 6 Ensure the circuit breaker s on the replacement module are in the off position EN Service 27 28 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Insert the replacement dimmer or airflow module into the correct slot and firmly press the module into the slot until you feel the connections seat the module face will be flush with the other modules Switch the module s circuit breaker s to the on position Close and lock the Sensor rack door before applying power Remove and replace a CEM module Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Turn off rack power at the main breaker Open the rack door Press the eject symbol on the right end of the spring loaded handle and grab the other end of the handle pulling it until it is perpendicular to the face of the CEM The CEM will be gently pushed out of the rack as you move the handle Pun handle while pressing Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Figure 1 Removing the CEM module Pull the CEM straight out Firmly press the new CEM module into the correct slot until you feel the connections seat the module face will be flush with the other modules Close and lock the Sensor rack door before applying power ONL Y if directed to do so by an ETC authorized service representative transfer configuration and Backup look information to your new CEM Dimmer module circuit breakers Eac
17. 1 1 106 10 101 1 118 10 101 1 107 10 101 1 119 10 101 1 108 10 101 1 120 10 101 1 109 10 101 1 121 10 101 1 110 10 101 1 122 10 101 1 111 10 101 1 123 10 101 1 112 10 101 1 124 Browse into a CEM from Internet Explorer 6 Step 1 Open Internet Explorer 6 Step 2 http 10 101 101 101 into the address box and press RETURN Sensor Connect will open in the browser window if the CEM at the entered address is online Note 10 101 101 101 is the default address for a CEM in the first rack of the first group Your system may use a different addressing scheme If that is the case simply enter the IP address of one of the racks in the group you want to browse CEM Basic Operation The procedures covered in this section are available to users logged in as Guest which requires no password or PIN and User which does require a password or PIN Functions available to the Power User are described in the CEM Configuration Manual The Main Menu The main menu is accessed using the buttons on the CEM face panel Each of the main menu items is described in the following pages Each main menu item contains a number of sub menus each of which is illustrated in each section To return to the CEM resting display the display at the top of the diagram to the right press ETC CEM G Rack OK ETC CEM R G About ETC CEM amp G These menus are available to Guest ET
18. C CEM R G X Presets ETC CEM G D Panic ETC CEM G Dimmer ETC CEM R_ __ 8G x Rack These menus available to User ETC CEM R_ __G_ Group Figure 3 The main menu 10 Sensor Dimming System User Manual About The About menu provides status information about the dimmers racks network and Group Everything in the About menu is accessible by the all users No settings can be changed within the About menu data can only be viewed ETC CEM G PM About x About Dimmer x About Dimmer gt xxxxx lt P4 About Dimmer gt xxxxx lt P4 About Dimmer Select Dimmer xxxxx Rec gt xxx lt Act gt xxx lt Type gt D20AF lt 1 About Dimmer gt xxx lt 4 About Dimmer x About Dimmer gt xxx lt P4 gt Mod Square lt Voltage gt 115 lt Level gt lt About Dimmer gt xxx lt P4 Source gt EDMX lt About Dimmer gt xxx lt 4 Rack rr Circuit cc About x Select Rack gt 1 lt 16 pg About NNNNNNNNNNNNN P4 About NNNNNNNNNNNNN P4 Rack General Rack Name Amb gt 75 F Air gt OK lt Type SR48 About NNNNNNNNNNNNN P4 About NNNNNNNNNNNNN P4 Clean Set 128 hrs Clean Due 128 hrs About x Select Room gt x lt x Room 1 dimmers x Roomi Presets x Rooms amp Presets Rack Name gt dimmer xxxxx gt NNNNNNNNNNNNNN lt About x Select Rack gt 1 lt 16 P4 About IP Address x About Subnet Mask BA Network Rack Name www
19. D display Related system problems or equipment failures ETC Americas Tel 1 800 688 4116 toll free within USA Tel 1 608 831 4116 from outside USA Email service etcconnect com ETC Asia Tel 852 2799 1220 Email service etcasia com ETC Europe Tel 44 0 20 8896 1000 Email service etceurope com Note Forthe best service results always tell your service representative you are using the CEMn version of Sensor dimming system WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Servicing Sensor CEM dimming equipment exposes high amperage power connections inside the rack If possible always turn off power at the main circuit breaker before servicing your system Changing Installation Rack Modules All Sensor rack dimmer modules can be easily replaced without tools Modules slide in and out of their slots and are ready to start dimming immediately Although Sensor modules including the CEM can be replaced with power on always turn rack power off at the main circuit breaker if possible before changing modules CAUTION Operating a dimmer rack with open module slots disrupts airflow inside the rack which can lead to rack overheating and subsequent rack shutdown Remove and replace a dimmer or airflow module Step 1 Turn off rack power at the main breaker if possible Step 2 Open the rack door Step 3 Switch the dimmer module s circuit breaker s to the off position Step 4 Grasp the dimmer module by
20. ETC recommends that the personal computer used on an ETCNet2 network is dedicated to that network so changes to network settings are kept to a minimum Note If the computer you wish to use is currently being used on a non ETCNet2 network please consult your Network Administrator before changing the IP address Subnet Mask or Gateway IP addresses Sensor Dimming System User Manual Basic Operation Default Network Settings for Your Computer Prior to changing any Network settings on your personal computer please record the current settings in the following spaces below IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway IP use your personal computer on ETCNet2 network that does not use a network router i e hub and or switch only ETC recommends the following default settings IP Address 10 101 1 101 Subnet Mask 255 255 0 0 Gateway IP 10 101 1 101 Note fyou have a network that does include a network router you must set the Gateway IP address to the appropriate port on the router Each additional computer on an ETCNet2 network must have it s own IP address which must be different from any other computer on the same ETCNet2 network Select from the following default range of IP addresses for an additional personal computer on the network 10 101 1 101 10 101 1 113 10 101 1 102 10 101 1 114 10 101 1 103 10 101 1 115 10 101 1 104 10 101 1 116 10 101 1 105 10 101 1 117 10 10
21. Half density modules occupy two module positions CAUTION Dimmer modules should only be removed by qualified personnel and must be replaced by modules of the same type or by air flow modules before restoring system power WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Do not operate Sensor dimming systems with empty module positions Open positions expose dangerous voltages and interfere with rack ventilation causing the rack to overheat and shut down Overview Sensor Dimming System Features Play back Presets from the CEM The CEM module provides 128 Presets that can be recorded from EDMX DMX or directly set levels You can name set fade times and playback priority for each Preset You can assign Presets to any of four Rooms in the configuration You can also have the Group play back a Preset in case of data loss Sensor Connect and WYSILink for Feedback Sensor Connect duplicates the functions of the CEM module on a PC or Emphasis Server on the ETCNet2 network The Web browser interface allows you to monitor rack activity reconfigure dimmer curves record and activate presets load and backup configurations and many other features Access to the CEM and Sensor Connect configuration features is protected by specific user levels and passwords to limit system altering features to selected personnel while allowing basic operational functions to a wider range of users WYSILink functions are also available on Link enab
22. M are cleared This can lock some or all of your dimmer circuits at one level If lights won t come on Look for obstructions on top or in front of your installation rack that may be blocking rack ventilation Open the door and look for dust buildup on the air filter or rack modules Check for tripped dimmer module circuit breakers Check for tripped breakers on your main circuit breaker panel Check for loose or damaged control cables coming into your dimmer rack When you think you ve found the problem Q Correct any of these problems you find press the reset button on the front of the CEM module and observe the system to see if the problem still exists If you cannot locate or correct the problem If you are unable to eliminate the problem contact your authorized ETC representative See Contacting ETC about equipment problems page 27 for procedures on contacting ETC for technical help EN Service 31 32 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Appendix CEM Error Messages If the CEM detects an error it will flash the beacon and display the appropriate error message on the LCD display A CEM will only display error messages for the same rack itis in you can t browse to other racks to view their errors from a single CEM Errors are also displayed in the WYSILink Message Log on Emphasis Control Systems and WYSILink PCs on the network You can also view rack error messages in the Sensor
23. Out x Fade Time 60 59 Updating Settings x Please Wait Figure 9 The Rack menu 21 22 Set Phase Balance User only The Set Phase Balance menu allows a User to set the type of phasing used by the selected rack and the voltage of the line feed power Available settings include Balanced 3Phase Balanced 1Phase Straight 3Phase and Straight 1Phase Balanced 3Phase rack is fed 3 Phase power and dimmer numbers are distributed numerically by phase rather than by rack position Example dimmers 1 and 2 are in the top slot of a rack dimmers 3 and 4 are located first on the second phase 1 3 of the way down the rack dimmers 5 and 6 are located first on the third phase 2 3 of the way down the rack Balanced 1Phase rack is fed 1 Phase power and dimmer numbers are distributed numerically by bus bar rather than by rack position Example dimmers 1 and 2 are in the top slot of a rack dimmers 3 and 4 are located first on the second bus bar 1 2 of the way down the rack Straight3 Phase rack is fed 3 Phase power and dimmer numbers are distributed numerically from top to bottom in the rack Example dimmers 1 and 2 are in the top slot of a rack dimmers 3 and 4 are located in the next slot etc Straight1 Phase rack is fed 1 Phase power and dimmer numbers are distributed numerically from top to bottom in the rack Example dimmers 1 and 2 are in the top slot of arack dimmers 3 and 4 are located in the next slot etc
24. ased those dimmers are available to other control inputs Set Module Type User onl The Set Module Type menu allows a User to set a dimmer or range of dimmers to a specific module type and firing mode If the module is set to Fluorescent you also set the threshold in this menu Threshold is the control level that must be present for the fluorescent dimmer to output voltage based on the selected curve Set Curve User only The Set Curve menu allows a User to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a specific curve A dimmer curve is a mathematical function that maps control levels to RMS output voltage Curves are scaled from the minimum voltage to the maximum voltage settings that are not available to the User login The CEM supports the following curves Square Mod Square Linear Mod Linear Sensor 2 0 See Dimmer Curves page 35 for more information Set Dimmer Name User only The Set Name menu allows a User to name a dimmer Names are alphanumeric and can be up to 20 characters long not all 20 characters will be visible on the LCD Set Firing Mode User onl The Set Firing Mode menu allows a User to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a specific firing mode Available modes include Normal Off Switched Fluorescent and DD Dimmer Doubled e Off turns the dimmer off Normal operates as a standard incandescent dimmer e Switched dimmers output unregulated AC voltage when the control level is above the threshold l
25. cord and modify Presets from the CEM There are four available Rooms and 128 available Presets in a single Group A Room is a way of grouping dimmers such as Lobby or Auditorium An individual Preset can only control dimmers assigned to the same Room For example a Preset with dimmers assigned to the Room named Lobby cannot also control dimmers in the Room Auditorium Presets can also be assigned Priority Priority is a function of ETCNet2 that defines how various sources of control interact with dimmers The default priority for controllers on the network is 10 When controllers share the same priority level a single dimmer assigned to those controllers will output the highest level it receives If the controllers are at different priorities the highest priority controller lowest priority number a priority of 1 wins versus a priority 10 will win and the dimmer will output the level sent by that controller I ETC CEM R G P Preset x Select Preset gt ppp lt P Preset ppp Active 4 Presets Activate Preset Preset Name Preset Name 1 1 Y Preset x Select Preset gt ppp lt P4 Preset gt PPP lt x Deactivate Presets Preset Name Deactivated Preset x Clear presets gt ppp lt X Preset gt p lt Cleared X Clear Presets Preset Name Preset Name Setup Preset x Record Preset x Record Source x Set Fade Time 00 02 Snapshot Record Preset Preset Number ppp
26. eater to the Panic look You can set the Master Level to anything between 80 and 100 When the Panic look is activated the assigned dimmers will all output at the Master Level You can also choose to set all other dimmers to turn off when panic is activated Clear Panic User onl The Clear Panic menu allows a User to clear the current Panic settings 16 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Dimmer CEM R_ __ G Dimmer Y The Dimmer menu allows Guest access to setting and releasing dimmer levels and allows User access to module setup items such as setting the module type curve name firing mode and properties The Dimmer menu also allows a User to perform a dimmer check Dimmer x Set Levels Set Levels x From Dimmer xxxxx Set Levels gt xx lt x Set Levels x Thru Dimmer xxxxx Set level 00 FF Updating Settings 4 Please Wait Dimmer Release Levels Set Levels x From Dimmer xxxxx Set Levels gt xx lt x Thru Dimmer xxxxx Updating Settings B4 Please Wait Setup Dimmer x Set Module Type Set Module Type ix From Dimmer xxxxx Yes Set Module Type Thru Dimmer xxxxx Set Threshold Dimmer xx Set Firing Mode Mode Normal Set Module Type ix Module list Updating Settings Please Wait Setup Dimmer x Set Curve Setup Dimmer x Set Dimmer Name Set Curve x
27. em User Manual Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the ETC Sensor dimming system Sensor continues ETC s tradition of providing the highest quality products for the entertainment lighting market If you have questions regarding the operation or installation of your Sensor system please contact ETC Technical Services at the office nearest you ETC Americas Tel 1 800 688 4116 toll free within USA Tel 1 608 831 4116 from outside USA Email service etcconnect com ETC Asia Tel 852 2799 1220 Email service etcasia com ETC Europe Tel 44 0 20 8896 1000 Email service etceurope com Using this Manual This manual contains information on using the basic features of the CEM control module the Sensor Connect browser interface and basic maintenance and service procedures for your Sensor rack s The following symbols are used in this manual to alert you to danger or important information Note Provides important information about your installation gt CAUTION Alerts you to important information relating to equipment performance or reliability WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Warns you when electricity may cause injury WARNING Warns you when there is the possibility of other types of injury EN Introduction 1 Sensor Dimming System User Manual A Chapter 1 Overview A Sensor dimming system controls lighting using EDMX control levels from a lightin
28. etwork provides the network settings for the currently selected rack You can view the settings for any rack in the Group Rack Data About Rack Data provides status information for the DMX and EDMX inputs for any rack in the Group Rack Power About Rack Power provides status information for the line feed power and the voltage headroom settings for any rack in the Group Identify Rack Identify Rack flashes the beacon on the selected rack to identify it in the dimmer room Group About Group provides the software version currently installed in the racks the status of the Panic state and the name of the Group Rack Address About Rack Address provides the DMX A and B starting addresses for each rack in the Group Sensor Dimming System User Manual Login The Login menu is where you enter the PIN number for the user level you want to access Guests need no PIN to view the menu items accessible to them Users will need to enter a four digit PIN to gain access to features that are restricted Use O and to scroll the digits and use to enter the set digit x Enter PIN 0 0 0 0 ETC CEM R_ _ G_ Login Access Granted x Level User Access Granted Invalid Access x Level Guest Level Guest Figure 5 The Login menu Basic Operation 13 Presets The Presets menus are used to activate and deactivate Presets at the rack If you are logged in at the User level you can also re
29. evel DD Dimmer Doubled dimmer operates as two controllable circuits See Dimmer Doubling 60Hz systems only page 6 Note Changing the dimmer firing mode will cause a change to default settings for curve minimum voltage maximum voltage threshold and regulation Whenever a dimmer mode is set the defaults for that mode will be applied to the other dimmer properties Set Properties User only The Set Properties menu allows a User to set Voltage Regulation Dynamic Preheat DC Output Prevent and Inrush Settings for a dimmer or range of dimmers Voltage Regulation when enabled the dimmer will regulate to the desired output voltage When disabled the dimmer will be set to a constant firing time based on the control level This setting defaults on The ability to disable regulation is sometimes 18 Sensor Dimming System User Manual useful when dimming non tungsten loads Dynamic Preheat this setting allows quick blackouts on dimmers that are set to preheat Preheat settings are not available to the User level login DC Output Prevent this setting offers protection on selected dimmers for loads that are sensitive to DC buildup which can occur under certain conditions when positive and negative half cycles become uneven nrush Protection this setting protects against large voltage increases in a single AC cycle This protection is useful for high wattage loads that may cause nuisance tripping of circ
30. g control system on the ETCNet2 network and or DMX512 control levels from a lighting control system on the DMX network The CEM can accept levels from EDMX and up to two DMX inputs The configuration of your dimming system determines which input or combination of inputs will generate the output levels of your dimmers System Components The Sensor system consists of Sensor installation racks CEM control modules and various power control modules generally referred to as dimmers however a module may contain only a circuit breaker or a relay or may contain no electronics at all Installation Racks An installation rack or dimmer rack contains the dimmer modules and the CEM control module and all their associated electrical connections The rack enclosure protects the dimming components with a key locking door that contains an air filter Cool air is pulled through the vents in the door through the filter and over the dimmers The hot air is expelled at the top of the rack CAUTION To ensure proper cooling of the rack the door should not be left open and nothing should be placed on top of the rack during rack operation Running your Sensor system with the door open exposes components to tampering and will allow dust contamination to accumulate causing the system to overheat and shut down Overview There are four models of Sensor installation racks e SR6 This rack contains six positions for dimmer module
31. h dimmer is protected by a built in circuit breaker on the left side of the module Circuit breakers are turned on and off or reset using the switch handles on the left side of the dimmer modules Dual density dimmer modules have two circuit breaker switches Operate module circuit breakers Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the dimmer rack door Locate the dimmer module you want to control or reset Handles on tripped circuit breakers will be to the right Put the circuit breaker switch in the desired on or off position e Push the handle left to turn the dimmer on or reset a tripped breaker e Push the handle right to turn the dimmer off Push the switch to the right to turn the dimmer Off Push the switch to the left to turn the dimmer On Figure 2 Dimmer module circuit breakers Sensor Dimming System User Manual CEM Fuses The CEM has two fuses e The F1 fuse is a 250V 0 75 amp fuse CEM operating power and power for the dimmer module electronics is drawn through this fuse If F1 fails the CEM will not operate and dimming will not work The Sensor rack beacon will be dark The fuse in the F2 position is a spare 0 75 amp fuse Phase F3 fuse is a 250V 5 amp fuse Power for the rack s fan is drawn through this fuse If F3 fails the fan will stop running and the CEM will display an air flow error The Sensor rack beacon will flash to signal a pr
32. leaned as needed Also the front faces of the dimmer and CEM modules can be vacuumed if your dimmer rack is being used in a highly dusty area Clean dimmer rack air filter Step 1 Open the dimmer rack door The air filter is mounted on the inside of the door held in on the bottom by a metal lip Step 2 Slide the filter up about 1 cm 1 2 inch until the filter base clears the top edge of the lip Pull the base out far enough to clear the retaining lip and slide the filter down and out of the door lt gt lt gt Figure 11 Removing the air filter Step 3 Vacuum or blow dust out of the filter AWAY FROM THE DIMMER RACK Note You can wash the filter under clear tap water but it must be completely dry before you reinstall it Do not use soap or other chemicals to clean the filter Step 4 Slide the top of the filter back up into the slot at the top of the door until the base clears the metal retaining lip on the bottom of the door Step 5 Let the filter drop back into place Maintenance 25 Step 6 Reset the Air Filter Timer in the Rack menu This action requires a User password To keep the same Air Filter Timer interval simply press 2 Step 7 Close the rack door Vacuum dust from dimmer modules WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK To avoid the possibility of electrical shock turn off power at the main breaker before touching the rack with the vacuum n
33. led Emphasis Servers and WYSIWYG PCs Presets can be recorded and activated from within the Link mode In systems with Advanced Features racks detailed information is displayed in the About Dimmer and About Rack displays and you can perform load recording functions right from the Emphasis Server or PC Note Sensors Connect and Message logging are available on Emphasis Servers as a base functionality Advanced Features Sensor Advanced Features AF racks provide additional reporting features that help you to quickly learn the status of your dimming system and diagnose problems AF dimmer modules indicate the presence of data and the relative output of power with LED indicators on the modules themselves Much more information can be displayed on the CEM modules integral LCD display or on a PC on the network running Sensor Connect in a Web browser or WYSIWYG with the WYSILink upgrade Advanced Features include the ability to record and monitor individual dimmer loads Constant comparison of actual dimmer loads against the recorded value lets the system signal you when a load value changes The change usually indicates a lamp has burned out or failed allowing you to make an immediate replacement Dimmer Doubling 60Hz systems onl ETC s Dimmer Doubler technology allows you to double the number of controllable circuits in your system without adding dimmer modules or running additional cable The key to this system is the Dimme
34. oblem The rack may shut down due to overheating The fuse in the F4 position is a spare 5 amp fuse Replacing a fuse Step 1 Remove the CEM module See Changing Installation Rack Modules page 27 Step 2 Locate and replace the defective fuse Fuses are held in vertical fuse holders a Use a flat blade screwdriver to gently turn the cap of the fuse holder to the left until it comes free b Liftthe cap and the fuse straight out of the fuse holder c Remove the defective fuse and replace it with a fuse of the same type A spare fuse of each type is provided on the CEM d Replace the fuse and cap in the fuse holder and use a flat blade screwdriver to gently turn the cap to the right to fully capture the fuse Fuse Spare Fuse 5A Fan Power Fuse 75 Electronics Fuse 75A Spare Figure 3 Replacing CEM fuses Step 3 Replace the CEM module and close the door Reset Test Ground Fault Interrupt GFI dimmer modules GFI modules have circuitry that compares the current between the phase and neutral wires on the dimmer circuit If the module detects more than a 5mA current drop ground fault between phase and neutral it trips the breaker GFI dimmer modules from ETC comply with UL 943 if they are properly installed and maintained EN Service 29 Reset a tripped circuit breaker Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the dimmer rack door Locate
35. ozzle Phase voltages inside the rack can be deadly Do not remove rack modules when vacuuming dimmer racks Only qualified technicians should expose the inside of the dimmer rack Step 1 Open the door and look at the dimmer module air vents SCR power cube air inlets and the CEM air vent Note Leave the modules inside the rack Most dust collects on the dimmer module air vents and SCH power cube air inlets of the dimmer modules Dimmer Module Air Vents SS SCR Power Cube Air Inlets ejjel el e JL Lj Le GoGo EE 225 ce CEM Air Vent y ES gt Figure 12 Vacuuming rack modules Step 2 If a dust buildup is visible vacuum the front of the modules Use a narrow vacuum cleaner nozzle to vacuum dimmer module air vents the SCR power cube air inlets and the CEM air vent Do not push debris into the modules Step 3 Close the rack door 26 Sensor Dimming System User Manual Chapter 4 Service Contacting ETC about equipment problems If possible please have this information available before contacting ETC about an equipment problem e Your location and job name Any error messages on the CEM status LC
36. r Doubler two fer The Dimmer Doubler two fer is installed between a Sensor dimmer module and two ETC Source Four 77 volt fixtures It splits the output of a single dimmer into two separately controlled outputs You can then use an ETC control console to independently control the output of the two fixtures Note For more information on using Dimmer Doubler two fers see the Dimmer Doubler User Manual For more information configuring your system for use with Dimmer Doubler two fers see the CEM Configuration Manual Sensor Dimming System User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Operation This manual covers functions of the CEM and Sensor Connect that are available to the Guest and User login levels Power User functions are described in the CEM Configuration Manual The CEM User Interface You can access all the menus described in this chapter using the buttons on the face ofthe CEM module Menus and messages are displayed on the integral 2x20 LCD display Figure 1 The CEM User Interface Basic use of the CEM user interface Use to return to the main menu at any time e Use to scroll through menus and through digits and letters in screens requiring user input Use 2 to accept settings and to view the error list Use to step back through menus Use amp to access the Set Levels menu Use to reset the CEM Basic Operation 7 Sensor Connect Web Browser Inte
37. r Module Bein 800 5 Advanced Features opa Dual 25A Delta Dimmer Module di 40015 Advanced Features Half 100A Constant Circuit CC100 Breaker Module Dual 15 Module Dual 25 Delta Dimmer Module D Dual 15A Dimmer Module De 500uS Advanced Features TUNE 500uS Advanced Features D s T Single 50 Dimmer Module Dual 15A Dimmer Module Single 50A Delta DI 15AFG 500158 Advanced Features 474 D50AFD nn ln Module 500uS Dual 15A Dimmer Module Half 50A Dimmer Module PORN 500uS Neutral Connect ind 800 5 Advanced Features ies Dual 15A Dimmer Module Half 100A Dimmer Module i 500uS 500uS Advanced Features D15F Single 15A Fluorescent Dimmer lt 10 10 Dual 10A Low Wattage Dimmer Module Module 4 Sensor Dimming System User Manual A Max DISHR Custom Module Please Call Cal Lior S ngle 10 Low Wattage Fluorescent Dimmer Module Dual 20A Dimmer Module Dual 15A Relay Module acid 350uS ind Advanced Features D20AF Dual 20A Relay Module Advanced Features Japan GFI 230 240V Sensor Modules Air Flow Module 0 ERI5 Dual 15A Relay Module peso nus kaarecirenuns lt SE ems aps CRC EE po oops ft rc ER 74 Hos oes Je Jon bi E T cC _ ES neva comen o PMP resem ops lt EL5N Dual 5A Low Wattage Dimmer Module
38. rface The Sensor Connect Web browser interface can be used instead of the direct buttons on the CEM module itself You can use an Ethernet capable PC connected to the ETCNet2 network and running Windows 2000 or XP and Internet Explorer 6 or later to browse into any of the Sensor racks on the network If you are using an Emphasis Control System running version 1 8 0 software or better there is a command in the WYSILink menu that automatically opens a browser window and connects to Sensor racks E CEM Ver 1 0 0 9 0 42 Microsoft Internet Explorer File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Qe x 1 Pe Favorites rei DE LE Address htto 10 101 101 101 ndex htm 18 ws ipi xd ay 216 sensor ETCSensor System a CONNECT Rack 2 SR6 2 Configure Rack Configure Dimmers Rack SR6 1 Temp 75F Phase 111 PhaseBWiiv PhaseC 111 Frequency 60 00 Hz Clean 242 Hours Dimmer Name Control Source 1 Dimmer1 1 Set Edit Tabs SR6 3 Logout button and ee Edit Frame user level Racks amp Dimmers Rooms amp Presets Navigation Frame Configuration TT internet Figure 2 The Sensor Connect Web browser interface Note The Emphasis Server network settings are the default ETC values and ready for immediate use No configuration is required You must set an IP address for any personal computer you plan to use on an ETCNet2 network
39. rt DMX Port can be used as a DMX output port for one universe of DMX on the last logical rack in the Group Data management is determined in the Group configuration The location of the CEM module is determined by the rack type SR6 SR12 and SR24 The CEM module is located at the bottom of the rack SR48 The CEM module is located the middle of the rack 24 positions from the top WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Do not apply power to a Sensor dimming system without a properly installed CEM module A missing CEM exposes dangerous voltages and makes the system inoperable Sensor Dimmer Modules Sensor dimmer modules are installed in module positions in the installation racks Each dimmer module may contain one or two dimmers single or dual density depending on the dimmer s current rating and rise time All dimmer modules are protected by circuit breakers Max Max Dual 20A Dimmer Module AFM Air Flow Module D20AFJ 500uS Advanced Features 810 GFI Japan Dual 15A Branch Circuit Dual 20A Dimmer Module Buls Breaker Module DEREN 500uS Neutral Connect Dual 15A Branch Circuit Dual 20A Dimmer Module Ben Breaker Module EUR 800US Advanced Features Dual 15A Constant Circuit Dual 20A Dimmer Module Seo Breaker Module DEDE 500uS CC20 Dual 20A Constant Circuit lt 10 D20F Single 20A Fluorescent Dimmer lt 10 Breaker Module Module Single 50A Constant Circuit Single 20A Dimmer Module SR Breake
40. rt to 101 and the DMX Length to 24 will cause dimmer 1 to respond to input levels on DMX channel 101 dimmer 2 to respond to DMX 102 and so on until dimmer 24 In Advanced patching you set a discrete DMX or EDMX address for each dimmer number Data Loss Behavior User only Data Loss Behavior can be set independently for each input port DMX A DMX B and EDMX in each rack in the Group Data loss behavior options are Hold Last Look Wait amp Fade Out and Generate Event When data is restored the source look will fade in at a 2 second rate e Hold Last Look the CEM will hold any active dimmers at whatever levels they were receiving when the data was lost The dimmers will remain on until data is restored or the CEM is reset e Wait amp Fade the CEM will hold any active dimmers at whatever levels they were receiving when the data was lost for a user defined amount of time and then fade those dimmers to zero or to the levels generated by the next highest priority source in a user defined fade time The maximum wait and fade time is 60 59 minutes Crossfade To this setting will play back Preset 128 when data is lost The default fade time for Preset 128 is 2 seconds If this time is changed both sides of the crossfade the fade into Preset 128 and the fade back into restored data will use the new time Set Network User only Set Network allows a User to enable or disable the network enable or disable BootP defaults
41. s and a CEM control module Using dual dimmer modules gives this rack a maximum of 12 dimmable circuits e SR12 This rack contains 12 positions for dimmer modules a CEM control module Using dual dimmer modules gives this rack a maximum of 24 dimmable circuits SR24 This rack contains 24 positions for dimmer modules and a CEM control module Using dual dimmer modules gives this rack a maximum of 48 dimmable circuits e SR48 This rack contains 48 positions for dimmer modules and a CEM control module Using dual dimmer modules gives this rack a maximum of 96 dimmable circuits CEM Control Module The CEM control module is required for Sensor dimming systems the system will not function without a properly configured CEM This module contains the rack brain and it processes incoming control signals and transmits that information to the individual dimmers It also monitors the system status and reports any errors The CEM module can be used to configure the system Configuration and error data can be accessed either locally at the CEM keypad or by using the Sensor Connect web browser interface A configuration can support up to 16 CEM modules or racks in a Group The Group configuration is stored in all CEM modules in that group A single ETCNet2 network may contain up to 64 Groups 1024 racks total The CEM has an Ethernet data input for incoming EDMX data and two DMX512 input ports Port and Po
42. the dimmer module you want to control or reset Dual density dimmer modules have two circuit breaker switches Handles on tripped circuit breakers will be to the right Put the circuit breaker switch in the desired On or Off position Push the handle left to turn the dimmer on or reset a tripped breaker e Push the handle right to turn the dimmer off Push the switch to the right to turn the dimmer Off p pr OE Push the switch to the left EIS to turn the dimmer On Bug Figure 4 GFI Dimmer module circuit breakers Testing GFI Circuit Breaker Functions GFI dimmer modules must be tested monthly for proper GFI operation in order to comply with UL943 for life safety applications Test results should be recorded on a test sheet that is easily accessible from the dimmer rack Note GFI tests must be performed with rack power Test the GFI circuit breakers Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Open the dimmer rack door and locate the GFI modules you want to test Push the Test switch just right of the circuit breaker handles e Ifthe GFI breaker is working the breaker switches will trip to the right e Ifthe switches do not trip the GFI circuit may need repair Push the Test switch to test the GFI circuitry Both breaker switches should trip off to the right
43. to disabled and set the network addressing for a selected rack Set First Dimmer User only Set First Dimmer allows a User to set the first dimmer number in a selected rack For example in a two SR48 rack Group Rack 1 can be set with a First Dimmer of 1 and Rack 2 can be set with a First Dimmer of 97 Set Temp Alarm User only The Temp Alarm is used to generate a warning when the ambient temperature monitored by the rack exceeds a user defined level Use the Set Temp Alarm menu to set that level for the selected rack 20 Sensor Dimming System User Manual 1 E ETC CEM R x Rack Y Setup Rack x Set Rack Name Setup Rack x Set Patch Mode Select Rack gt lt Rack Name Select Rack gt lt Rack Name Name Rack gt lt ENNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN Set Patch Mode Standard Setup Rack x Set Patch Select Rack gt lt Rack Name Updating Settings x Please Wait Use and to select port DMX A shown menu is identical for DMX B and EDMX Set Rack Data Set DMX A x Set DMX A x Enabled If disabled 1 Set DMX A Priority x EDMX Priority xx Set DMX A 15 dimmer xxx Set DMX A gt XXXXX lt x CH zzz DD CH zzz Set DMX A DMX Start xxxxx Set DMX A DMX Length xxx Updating Settings Please Wait Setup Rack x Data Loss Behavior Setup Rack x
44. u 10 PDO a a a da ca Da 11 LOGIN 13 Presets iss o ne den nee nee 14 PANIC is rie Glands la A 16 Dimmer uc ae RO URN RON ce 17 Rack User only no Guest access 20 Group User only no Guest access 23 Chapter 3 Maintenance 25 Chapter 4 Service 27 Contacting ETC about equipment problems 27 Changing Installation Rack Modules 27 Dimmer module circuit breakers 28 CEMI FUSES ors ert em ne dans beetle 29 Reset Test Ground Fault Interrupt GFI dimmer modules 29 Troubleshooting 31 Make a preliminary examination of your system 31 If you cannot locate or correct the problem 31 Table of Contents i Appendix CEM Error Messages 33 Appendix B Dimmer 35 be Sie ago Dans done aaa MN 35 Modified linear curve 36 Square law Curve rena rss ge piis ane etant 36 Modified Square law curve 37 Sensor 2 0 CUE e DR ee aan 37 Appendix C GFI Dimmer Test Sheet 39 ii Sensor Dimming Syst
45. uit breakers and to limit peak currents in wiring and switchgear This protection is particularly useful on RCD GFCI protected circuits Settings for inrush protection include Instant 100mS for loads up to 10A 300mS for loads up to 25A and 500mS for loads of 50 or 100A Dimmer Check User only The Dimmer Check menu allows a User to set an output level and then step through dimmers at a selected starting point Basic Operation 19 Rack User only no Guest access The Rack menu includes menus for setting the rack name and patch settings The Rack menu is available only to those logged in at the User level SetRack Name The Set Rack Name menu allows a User to set the name of the rack you are currently browsing Names are alphanumeric and can be up to 20 characters long not all 20 characters will be visible on the LCD Set Patch Mode The Set Patch Mode menu allows a User to set the patch mode for a selected rack The patch mode can be set to Standard or Advanced Set Patch The Set Patch menu allows a User to enable and disable DMX and EDMX inputs set their priority and create the patch for those input ports The choices that appear are dependent on the patch mode set in the previous menu In Standard patching you set the first dimmer number to be addressed by a selected DMX or EDMX address and the length of the DMX or EDMX stream to be used for that port for example setting the first dimmer to 1 and the DMX Sta
46. xxx yyy zzz www xxx yyy zzz About Gateway xX www XXX yyy zzz About NNNNNNNNNNNNN P4 Select Rack gt 1 lt 16 About Rack Data x About Rack Data x Rack Data Rack Name E DMX A 0K DMX B OK E EDMX OK About NNNNNNNNNNNNNB4 Select Rack gt 1 lt 16 P4 About Rack Power x About Rack Power x Rack Power Rack Name 60 0 Hz SINGLE PHASE V 123 0 125 c 126 Voltage Headroom VH 20 b 16 c 19 About x Select Rack gt 1 lt 16 B4 Identify Rack Rack Name E About x About Group x About Group x About Group x Group SW gt 1 0 0 9 0 42 lt Panic gt inactive lt Group Name About x Select Rack gt 1 lt 16 B4 Select Rack gt 1 lt 16 B4 Rack Address DMXA std start DMXB std start Figure 4 The About menu Dimmer About Dimmer provides information about a selected dimmer including recorded and actual loads the dimmer type curve and maximum voltage You can also view the current output level the source of that level and the dimmer s location Basic Operation 11 Rack General The Rack General menu provides the current ambient temperature and air flow status of the selected rack It also displays the rack type the air filter cleaning reminder setting and the number of hours until the air filter cleaning reminder is due Rooms amp Presets About Rooms amp Presets provides information on the room and preset settings for the rack you are currently browsing Network About N
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