Versa-Pak User Manual
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1. Electronics Diversified Inc Versa Pak DMX 512 Dimmer User Manual Revision 1 August 1998 070 0540 RE 1998 Electronics Diversified Inc a Introduction This User Manual is supplied with your system Copies of this manual may be obtained from Electronics Diversified Inc for a nominal charge Itis recommended that you copy those portions of this manual applicable to your present use in the installation maintenance or repair and preserve the original in a safe place 1998 by Electronics Diversified Inc All rights reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced by any means graphic electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording taping or information storage and retrieval systems without the express written permission of Electronics Diversified Inc except in connection with installation repair and maintenance of Electronics Diversified Inc systems Description The Versa Pak DMX 512 dimmer is designed to receive a standard DMX 512 signal and use it to control a single 20 amp dimmed circuit The dimmer has additional features to allow for output testing operating in dimmer or non dimmer mode bypass mode and either fading to Full or Out in the event of loss of signal Each dimmer includes a heat sensor for overtemp protection a reliable SCR package and a toroidal filter Dimmer DMX 512 Interface Card The DMX 512 signal is received by a converter after being pr2. Troubleshooting While the Versa Pak DMX 512 is generally trouble free there will be occasions which require changes corrections or replacement of faulty components This section will provide information necessary to isolate and pinpoint problem areas A technical background is assumed and a digital multimeter is necessary to perform some of the checks Dimmer If the output LED tracks the incoming signal the problem is primarily with the dimmer If the output of the dimmer is on at 100 the SCR pack is probably defective DMX 512 Interface If no LEDs light up on the card the problem is usually with the 15V power supply in the dimmer module If the LEDs function but the DMX active LED will not light be sure the dimmer address is between 001 and 512 and that a proper DMX 512 signal is being supplied If the DMX active LED is On make sure the output is enabled Switch 3 and that it is not in test mode Switch 4 ON Also check the NON DIM mode Switch 2 Off and the Fade to Full Black Switch 1 Off Symptoms continued on next page Troubleshooting conta Symptom System is dead no indicators come on Possible Cause No power Bad Fuse Bad 15V Power Supply Versa Pak DMX Remedy Verify presence of voltage at power input Replace fuse Check 15V supply on dimmer Front panel indicators come on but no dimmer output Unit not enabled Output levels set to 0 Bad SSR Pack B
3. Power Connection Connect 120VAC from a breaker panel to Line and Neutral Connect the lamp loads to the Dimmed Out connection Do not exceed 1920 watts load on a single 20 amp dimmer Lamp Loads Red DIMMER LOAD 1 NON DIMMED tE Black O NEUTRAL White 15 CONTROL 1 From Breaker Panel 0000 SINGLE INCANDESCENT DIMMER Operation Soft Start Status Hold The dimmer has a soft start feature On power up or when DMX 512 is enabled the dimmer will fade to the incoming control setting The fade rate is approximately 12 seconds When DMX data is lost the dimmer will hold the last setting then fade the signal out DMX 512 Address Set the three digits to the desired dimmer number NOTE Valid dimmer numbers are 001 thru 512 If the dimmer number is set to 000 DMX reception will be disabled EEE o CETTE Dimmer Address Indicators There are four LED indicators on the front panel POWER Green This lights whenever there is power to the dimmer Yellow When ON the dimmer is receiving a valid DMX 512 dimmer signal When flashing the DMX 512 signal has been lost and the dimmer is holding the last level When OFF there is no DMX 512 reception Red When ON the dimmer is in Test Mode Output is at 100 OUTPUT Green The dimmer output level This lamp varies in intensity depending upon the curr
4. 970 4007 VP 2 DMX Complete Dimmer Assembly Single 20A Dimmer H K K lt lt lt TT TT TT TT 2 III Versa Pak DMX Service ssssSsssSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS EDI offers a 24 hour Service Support Network For technical questions about this product or operational assistance ask for Customer Service at 1 800 547 2690 You may communicate by FAX uo da a Ay Sb Cee eee ae aN ate Pee ele 1 503 629 9877 After Hours Emergency contatti siecia e a a o a E ee eee eee e eee nee 1 503 645 5533 Ask for Emergency Assistance Internet ai gine teehee a eee ia do tp tie Asie WWW edionline com Internet E Maili 3 4 2 Ladle PU eee dont ee ee ee be eb EE PR EN ed er ete ead service edi org If your Versa Pak needs repair call 503 645 5533 for a Return Materials Authorization number and a shipping address will be furnished o Electronics Diversified Inc 1675 N W Cornelius Pass Road Hillsboro Oregon 97124 Ph 503 645 5533 Fax 503 629 9877 DE CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE Versa Pak DMX Attention Versa Pak DMX owners Please return this registration card immediately Your prompt attention to this matter will ensure your receiving updated technical information for this product as it becomes available Please complete all information Look for acknowledgment of your registration within 6 8 weeks Name Title A ee Facilityand orCompany Street Address City State Zip Phone A A Fax
5. E mail ee ee Web site SA Mail to EDI User Manual Registration 1675 NW Cornelius Pass Road Hillsboro Oregon 97124 or FAX to 503 629 9877 Revision 1 August 1998
6. ad Unit Make sure DMX 512 address is set between 001 and 512 Make sure the DMX level is not too low or at 0 Replace SSR Pack Replace unit Front panel indicators come on dimmer stuck at full On Unit in Test mode Bad SSR Pack Bad Dimmer unit If RED test LED is on the unit is in test Turn Switch 4 On Replace SSR Pack Replace unit The problem is in the control unit DMX LED will not come on No DMX present Switch set to invalid dimmer Defective card Check controller Set dimmer address to 001 512 Replace card No output Replacement Parts Output disabled Defective card Replacement parts are available from Electronics Diversified Inc To obtain replacement parts call 503 645 5533 or 800 547 2690 and ask for Customer Service Since these systems are customized for individual applications it is important that you have the following information available when you call Make sure S3 is on Replace card The equipment type or number serial number and original EDI system drawing number As Built Drawing Number When calling the customer service representative will help to determine the proper part you need and any additional parts if necessary depending upon your requirement EDI Part No Description 020 1000 Dimmer Module Single 20A Dimmer 152 2025 SSR Pack Single 20A Dimmer 670 8830 DMX Interface Card 156 0193 RS 422 Receiver Chip
7. ent dimmer level DATA TEST VERSA PAK DMX 512 DIMMER DIMMER ADDRESS 0 EN os amp 4 rt Re Fe R 2 2 Ss amp CP F QGOQQ O O 5 FR O Cy y L Power On Out put Level Indicat or DMX 512 Test Mode Present Mode Switches These options are controlled by software in the processor The inputs are read by the procesor and controls various operational modes FADE TO FULL BLACK This switch controls what happens when the DMX 512 signal is lost When OFF Fade to Black the dimmer will fade out when the DMX 512 signal is lost Fade time is approximately 12 seconds NON DIM When ON the dimmer acts as a non dimmer Softstart is disabled DISABLE When OFF DMX 512 control of the dimmer is disabled When OFF the dimmer is in Test Mode and the outputs are at 100 TEST on Oz Loss of Data Mode Dim Non Dim Disable Test Mode Versa Pak DMX High Low Settings HIGH TRIM This pot may be used to limit the high from 100 to 80 to lengthen lamp life Setthe control clockwise for 100 output LOW TRIM This is minimum low level If the high trim is changed this low trim must also be adjusted Trim Pot High CY p VERSA PAK DMX 512 DIMMER Trim Pot Low DIMMER ADDRESS EEU
8. otected by series resistors and surge protectors The microprocessor then converts the incoming signal to a parallel level and buffers the output through an 8 bit CMOS buffer The signal is amplified into a 0 10V signal which is output to the dimmer DMX 52 Input Connections ae Li Common a DMX5D Dg DMX512 Un gt Dimmer Out put a 5 Volts Ground INTERNAL SIGNALS All wiring must be rated for at least 150VAC Installation The Versa Pak DMX 512 is designed to be wall mounted Adequate ventilation should be provided with a maximum operating temperature of 40 C 104 F A fully loaded dimmer creates approximately 200 BTU Hr of heat If the dimmer is being used at or near it s maximum rating consideration of the heat generated should be given Mounting D Versa Pak DMX Access The only spacing requirements for access and working space is that required by national and local electrical codes for dead front switchboards Wiring All connections are made to internal pigtail wiring or plug connectors All wiring should comply with local codes All wiring must be rated for 150 volts or more including the DMX 512 control wiring Input Power Input power is a single 20 amp 120VAC circuit The input power circuit must be protected by a 20 amp branch circuit breaker Dissipation The Versa Pak DMX 512 has a power dissipation of 100 BTU for each 1000 watts of connected load
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