Operation/Reference Guide Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules RE-DM4 RE-DM6 Lighting Controls L a s t R e v is e d : 9 / 2 9 / 2 0 1 1
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules ..........................................................................1 Overview .................................................................................................................. 1 Radia Eclipse RE-DM4 Dimmer Module .................................................................... 1 RE-DM4 Specifications ....................................................................................................
Table of Contents Connecting High-Voltage Input Power and Loads......................................................... 16 RDA-ENC6B 120/208 VAC line input (three phase)....................................................... 17 RDA-ENC6B Three Phase Line Input Connector Reference ........................................... 18 RDC-PFC Power Distribution And Line Input References .............................................. 18 Installing RDM Modules Into an RDA Enclosure ..................................
Table of Contents Initial Level Status Reporting .................................................................................. 35 Channels ................................................................................................................. 36 SEND_STRINGs....................................................................................................... 36 Ramp Dimmers Up ........................................................................................................
Table of Contents Ramp to Level ............................................................................................................... 47 Undefine Dimmer (NEW) ............................................................................................... 47 Phase Query (NEW) ....................................................................................................... 48 Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves ...................................................................49 Overview ......
Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules Overview This section provides basic specifications for the RE-DM4 (4-Channel) and RE-DM6 (6-Channel) Integrated Dimmer Modules. Radia Eclipse RE-DM4 Dimmer Module The RE-DM4 (120 VAC: FG706-01; 240 VAC: FG706-02) controls up to six circuits with four 1200-watt onboard dimmers and two satellite connectors for RDM series dimmer or switch modules.
Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules RE-DM4 Specifications RE-DM4 Specifications Dimensions (HW) 5.75" x 10.0" (146.50 mm x 254.00 mm) Line Input • 120, 240 VAC, single phase, 2W+G, 50/60 Hz, 2400 W, one feed • 120, 120/240, 240 VAC, single phase, 3W+G, 50/60 Hz, 4800 W, dual feed Output • 1200 W max. per channel @120, 240 VAC • 2400 W max. total, all four channels on with single 2400 W feed • 4800 W max.
Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules Caution: Pre-Installation Notes This unit should be installed only by qualified electrical personnel, and in compliance with all national electrical codes, local codes and ordinances. To prevent possible personal injury or death, disconnect power to the enclosure at the breaker box before attempting to work with any AMX Lighting modules. All Class 1 and 2 wiring must be connected to their dedicated terminals.
Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules RE-DM4 Lighting Application Drawings The RE-DM4 has two preferred lighting application methods, as shown in FIG. 4 and FIG. 5: Example A Single input 120 or 240 VAC 1Ø Single-phase, four load FIG. 4 Lighting Application for the RE-DM4, Example A Example B Dual Input 120, 120/240, or 240 VAC 1Ø Single-phase, four load FIG. 5 Lighting Application for the RE-DM4, Example B Please refer to the AMX RADIA Lighting Programming section on page 31 for more information.
Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules Radia Eclipse RE-DM6 Dimmer Module The RE-DM6 6-Channel Integrated Dimmer Module (120V: FG706-03; 240V: FG706-04) controls up to six circuits with six 1200-watt onboard dimmers (FIG. 6). The RE-DM6 is designed for use with the RDA series of enclosures, in an AMX Lighting™ modular digital dimming system. The RE-DM6 is controlled by AxLink or by dry (contact) closures.
Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules RE-DM6 Specifications RE-DM6 Specifications Dimensions (HW) 5.75" x 10.0" (146.05 mm x 254.00 mm) Weight 4.5 lbs (2.04 kg) Line input • 120, 240 VAC, single phase, 2W+G, 50/60 Hz, 2400 W, one feed • 120, 120/240, 240 VAC, single phase, 3W+G, 50/60 Hz, 4800 W, dual feed Output • 1200 W max. per channel @120, 240 VAC • 2400 W max. total, all 6 channels on with single 2400 W feed • 4800 W max.
Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules Caution: Pre-Installation Notes This unit should be installed only by qualified electrical personnel, and in compliance with all national electrical codes, local codes and ordinances. To prevent possible personal injury or death, disconnect power to the enclosure at the breaker box before attempting to work with any AMX Lighting modules. All Class 1 and 2 wiring must be connected to their dedicated terminals.
Radia Eclipse Dimmer Modules RE-DM6 Lighting Application Drawings The RE-DM6 has two preferred lighting application methods, as shown in FIG. 8 and FIG. 9. Example A Single Input 120 or 240 VAC 1Ø Single-phase, six load FIG. 8 Lighting Application for the RE-DM6, Method A Example B Dual Input 120, 120/240 VAC Single-phase, six load FIG. 9 Lighting Application for the RE-DM6, Method B Please refer to the AMX RADIA Lighting Programming section on page 31 for more information.
AMX Lighting Systems AMX Lighting Systems Overview The AMX Radia Lighting Control SystemTM employs a dual-platform programming architecture that supports the NetLinx programming language. The AMX Lighting product line is modular by design, and includes a wide variety of integrated dimmer control modules, dimmer modules, and switch/relay modules.
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Installation Installation Space Requirements AMX Lighting control installations require very little space. Space for enclosures is the main concern. All enclosures are mounted flush on a vertical surface, and must have a minimum clearance of 12" (304.8 mm) above and below to allow for air circulation. Physical dimensions for each enclosure are described in the RDA Enclosure Dimensions section on page 13.
Installation Conduit Conduit runs depend on the enclosures you use and their AMX Lighting modules. All enclosures have conduit knockouts on the top for high-voltage connections, and knockouts on the bottom for low-voltage connections. All conduit knockouts allow for 1/2, 3/4, and 1-inch (12.7 mm, 19.0 mm, and 25.4 mm) conduits as shown in FIG. 11. C TOP A Knockout B Knockout A All knockouts are for 1/2" (1.26 cm), 3/4" (1.90 cm), and 1" (2.
Installation RDA Enclosure Dimensions RDA-ENC2, -ENC4, and -ENC6 enclosure and dimensions FIG. 12 shows the dimensions for the RDA-ENC2, RDA-ENC4, and RDA-ENC6 enclosures. RDA-ENC2 RDA-ENC4 0.75" (19.05 mm) RDA-ENC6 6.0" (152.4 mm) Top View Side View (for all enclosures) Internal View 12.0" (304.8 mm) Bottom View 6.0" (152.4 mm) 12.0" (304.8 mm) 18.0" (457.2 mm) FIG. 12 RDA-ENC2, RDA-ENC4, and RDA-ENC6 enclosure dimensions RDA-ENC6B and RDA-ENC12B enclosures and dimensions FIG.
Installation Mounting AMX Lighting Enclosures AMX Lighting enclosures must be mounted on a vertical surface with a minimum of 12" (304.8 mm) clearance above and below the enclosure. FIG. 14 shows the centerline reference points and dimensions. The clearance above and below the enclosure is necessary for proper ventilation and heat dissipation. 1. Remove the front cover by removing the screws at the bottom of the enclosure; two tabs suspend the cover from the top. 2.
Installation High-Voltage Connections FIG. 15 shows an example of a high-voltage connection for an RE-DM4 controller. Each AMX Lighting module has its high-voltage connectors marked on its circuit board. Line, load, and neutrals are also clearly marked. Load Line in Load Neutral FIG. 15 High-voltage connections for an RE-DM4 All high-voltage connections must comply with Class 1 wiring codes.
Installation RDA-ENC6B 120 VAC Single Phase Line Input FIG. 17 shows a 120 VAC single-phase (2 W + G) wiring diagram for the RDA-ENC6B line input terminal block. 1 2a 2b 3 FIG. 17 RDA-ENC6B 120 VAC single-phase (2 W + G) wiring diagram RDA-ENC6B 120/240 VAC Line Input (Single Phase) FIG. 18 shows a 120/240 VAC single-phase (3 W + G) wiring diagram for the RDA-ENC6B line input terminal block. 1 2a 2b 3 FIG.
Installation 1. Connect the green ground wire(s) to the copper ground lug on the enclosure. Ensure the ground wire is properly connected to earth ground. 2. Connect the white neutral wire(s) to one of the terminals on the enclosure's neutral terminal block. 3. Provide a separate neutral wire for each controlled zone. 4. Connect the black line input from the electrical panel to the enclosure's line terminal. The line input terminal accepts a 0 AWG copper conductor. 5.
Installation RDA-ENC6B Three Phase Line Input Connector Reference FIG. 21 shows a sample RDA-ENC6 three phase (4 W + G) line input connector and dimmer references. 1 2a 2b 3 Line input 1 feeds dimmers 1 and 4 Line input 2a feeds dimmer 5 Line input 2b feeds dimmer 2 FIG. 21 RDA-ENC6B three-phase (4 W + G) line input connector and dimmer references RDC-PFC Power Distribution And Line Input References FIG. 22 shows the power distribution and line input references for the RDC-PFC line inputs.
Installation While it is possible to wire the enclosure with 3-phase Y, please remember a single RE-DM4 or RE-DM6 will only support one Y-phase. Installing RDM Modules Into an RDA Enclosure Installing any of the RDM modules is an easy task. The individual modules are shipped with the four mounting screws enclosed. To prevent possible personal injury or death, disconnect power to the enclosure at the breaker box before attempting to install any AMX Lighting modules. FIG.
Installation Low-Voltage Connections All low-voltage connections must comply with Class 2 wiring codes. The low-voltage area in the AMX Lighting controllers contain connections and DIP switches for AxLink, dry closures, and module jack connectors. On the controller cards, low-voltage power for the board is supplied either by line power, optional auxiliary power supply (RDA-PSM), or the +12 VDC pin on the AxLink connector.
Installation Red LED Status Indicators (RE-DM4 only) The red LED's function is to indicate level. LED brightness increases as signal level increases from 0 to 100. The LED indicator is located above each external load connector jack on the control module. Configuring and connecting multiple controllers Since the Radia RE-DM4 and RE-DM6 differ from other AMX lighting controllers by not having a SW2 DIP switch, the "All Lights On" installer test is invoked by turning OFF all 8 switches on SW1. 1.
Installation Configuring and Connecting AxLink On all AMX Lighting controllers, DIP switch SW1 sets the AxLink device number. The device number is determined by the value of all the switch position settings. The following table shows the SW1 DIP switch positions and their values. The device number assignment range is 1 through 255.
Installation External power The following table lists the modules that use most of the operating power an AMX Lighting control module can supply. They may require extra power from the AxLink connection or an external power supply connected to the control module or module(s) when using multiple modules.
Installation Default Settings The following tables shows the default low-end settings, default preset time values, default dry-closure presets and factory presets for AMX Lighting: Default Low-End Settings Function Low-end setting Channel 1 LE=0 Channel 2 LE=0 Channel 3 LE=0 Channel 4 LE=0 Channel 5 LE=0 Channel 6 LE=0 Default preset time values Firmware version Function Time Value 2.
Radia Lighting System Configuration Pages Radia Lighting System Configuration Pages Overview The AMX Radia Web pages provide a simple interface from which an installer/user may perform lighting system configuration and setup tasks without needing access to an AMX touch panel. The web pages reside on the AMX master and may be accessed through a compatible Web browser. The AMX Radia configuration web pages were designed with setup functionality in mind and not everyday control.
Radia Lighting System Configuration Pages Main Lighting System Page Clicking on the AMX Radia RE-DM4,Radia RE-DM6 - 41001:1:0 link opens the Radia Configuration Manager page (FIG. 30). FIG. 30 Radia Configuration Manager This page displays basic system status information and options for navigating to and configuring a particular component.
Radia Lighting System Configuration Pages Device Configuration Page This page provides the ability to name your specific Radia device by typing an installation-specific label in the Lighting Area Name field (FIG. 31). FIG. 31 Device Configuration Page To configure a particular device from the Device Configuration page: 1. In the main Radia Configuration Manager page, click the Configure button. 2. In the Lighting Area Name field, enter a descriptive name for the area.
Radia Lighting System Configuration Pages FIG. 32 Presets section To modify an existing preset: 1. In the Device Configuration page, scroll down to the preset to be modified. 2. For more information on the preset, click the Info button for the preset. This opens a new information box with the preset’s dimmer and level information. When finished, close the box. 3. In the Label field, change the preset’s label if necessary. 4.
Radia Lighting System Configuration Pages FIG. 33 Preset Configuration Page 6. To save your changes, click the Accept button at the bottom of the Device Configuration page. You do not need to click the Accept button to save changes if you only adjusted the dimmer levels by using the Level slidebar. To exit a Radia configuration page, you must choose Cancel, whether you have chosen to accept the changes or not. To create a new preset: 1.
Radia Lighting System Configuration Pages 6. Clicking the Recall button will recall the preset and the Tweak button will refresh and auto-save the preset with the current load levels. The Recall and Tweak buttons are only enabled for existing and saved presets; neither button will be enabled for a new preset that has not been saved. 7. To finalize your changes to the preset, click the Accept button at the bottom of the page.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Overview The AMX Lighting Control SystAxLinkem employs the Axcess and SEND_STRING software programs to control the dimming of electronic ballasts, incandescent lamps, low voltage track lighting, and a host of new transformers. This manual describes connecting and programming a AMX Lighting system. This section explains firmware, channels, SEND_STRING wall panels, programming commands, and lighting curves.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Presets: Defined vs. Undefined Levels Understanding the meaning of the terms "defined" and "undefined", as used in the context of levels in the Radia lighting system, is helpful. Each dimmer on the Radia has a TRUE/FALSE status associated with it that is referred to as "defined". The state of the defined status is used when saving presets so that the Radia knows which dimmers are to be affected when the preset is recalled.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming The room B panel has a similar mapping between buttons and presets: Meeting Mode -> Preset 4 -> Feedback from channel 4 Presentation Mode -> Preset 5 -> Feedback from channel 5 Off -> Preset 6 -> Feedback from channel 6 One other panel, used by security, has two buttons to control the lights for Cleaning mode and Night mode. These buttons recall presets 7 and 8, respectively.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Programming Commands The AMX Lighting system uses four main types of programming commands: Setup, Recording, Status, and Operation commands. The following description applies to the AxLink Command Structure. Setup commands These types of commands are global commands sent to Pack #1 that affect the entire network. These commands are used to set the default values and parameters that are typically entered at the startup of the system and not changed.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming To correct for anomalies in the dimming performance of various devices, the AMX Lighting controller has provisions to set an individual low-end trim for each of the six dimming channels. The AMX Lighting dimming system employs a low-end cut-off that allows the dimmer to turn on to a specified level or to dim down to a specific level. The level at which the dimmer turns on is called the Low End Setting. Low End commands prevent the dimmer from going below a set threshold.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Channels The channels are defined as follows: AMX Lighting Channel Commands Channel # Function Channel # Function Status of presets, indicates active preset 139 Ramp channel 5 down 129 Ramp channel 1 up 140 Ramp channel 6 down 130 Ramp channel 2 up 141 Ramp all 60 channels up 131 Ramp channel 3 up 142 Ramp all 60 channels down 132 Ramp channel 4 up 143 Turn all 60 channel on 133 Ramp channel 5 up 144 Turn all 60 channels off 134 Ramp channel 6 up
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Ramp Dimmers Up This function ramps up the specified dimmer(s) until the ramp is stopped or the dimmer(s) reach 100%. Since this function uses the terminating carriage return (ASCII 13) to stop ramping, do not send the carriage return with the string. The ramp rate for this function is the default ramp time as established by the 'RT' command.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Stop Ramping Dimmer This function stops the specified dimmer(s) from ramping. This command will also stop the ramping of dimmers that are being ramped by the PU and PD commands.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Stop Ramping Preset This function stops the ramping of the most recently ramped preset. Stop Ramping Preset String: PS Response: PRESET RAMP STOP Example: SEND_STRING Radia,"'PS',13" Stop ramping preset Response: "12,'PRESET 001 RAMP STOP',13,10,'?'" (if preset 1 was ramping) Recall Preset This function recalls the specified preset over an optionally specified time. If time is not specified, then the rate used when saving the preset used.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Set Curve This function sets the specified dimmer(s) to follow the specified curve.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Dimmer Status This function returns the status of the specified dimmer. Dimmer Status String: Response: CHAN: CURV: LEV: Example: SEND_STRING Radia,"'3',13" Request dimmer 3 status Response: "12,'CHAN:3 CURV:1 LEV:43',13,10,'?'" The use of multiple dimmers (e.g. 'A', '&', and '-') are not allowed with this function, and their use will return an error. If the level of the dimmer is undefined, the level is reported an 'UN'.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Set Default Ramp Time This function sets the default ramp rate for ramping strings and channels (e.g. 'U', 'D', 'PU', 'PD'). The specified ramp rate is the time required to ramp from 0 to 100%. Set Default Ramp Time String: RT
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Phase Query This function queries the current state of the phase detection system. Phase zero-crossing detection occurs at all times. In the presence of a phase/zero-cross error, the AxLink LED will blink very fast (>10Hz) and all string responses (where existent) will be "PHASE ERROR!".
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming SEND_COMMANDs The Radia Eclipse firmware supports the SEND_COMMANDs listed in the table below. The number of SEND_COMMANDs is expected to grow as we transition away from using the SEND_STRING method of controlling Radia dimmers. Note that most SEND_COMMANDs do not have responses. With those that do, they respond with a COMMAND, not a string.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Ramp Preset Down (NEW) This function ramps down the specified or currently active (last recalled) preset until the ramp is stopped or the all dimmers in the preset reach 0%. If is not specified, then the last recalled preset is ramped. Note this function uses the 'PS' command to stop ramping. The ramp rate for this function is the default ramp time as established by the 'RT' command.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Set Curve This function sets the specified dimmer(s) to follow the specified curve. Set Curve Command: SCC Response: None Examples: SEND_COMMAND Radia,'SC1C1' Set dimmer 1 to curve 1 SEND_COMMAND Radia,'SC1-4CN' Set dimmers 1-4 to curve N SEND_COMMAND Radia,"SCAC3' Set all dimmers to curve 3 Curve Status (NEW) This function returns the curves assigned to each dimmer. The response will be an incoming COMMAND to the master.
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Set Default Level Time This function sets the time taken for a level to change from its current level to a new level when using a level command. Set Default Level Time Command: LT
AMX RADIA Lighting Programming Phase Query (NEW) This function queries the current state of the phase detection system. Phase zero-crossing detection occurs at all times. In the presence of a phase/zero-cross error, the AxLink LED will blink very fast (more than 10Hz) and all string responses with strings that give responses will be "PHASE ERROR!". The response will be an incoming COMMAND to the master.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves Overview Thousands of different lighting fixtures with unique shapes and styles exist, all designed to do something visibly different with light. Any one of those fixtures in a hundred different locations could produce a different lighting effect. Two identical lights in different locations could produce different reflections and shadows.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves Dimmer manufacturers follow or adopt a level to output ratio called the Square Law curve. It is an exponential relationship between percentage of light perceived and the percentage of light measured. The Square Law Curve is a presumed relationship between perceived illuminance and measured illuminance. The Radia Eclipse controller's Curve 1 is a basic Square Law Curve.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves The RDM-SWM and RDM-ZC modules uses the third dimmer characteristic of switching a relay on or off. The relay turn on level indicates the level at which the switch module turns on. This is typically set to 1. A notable exception is Curve N, which is set at Level 9. The RDM-FDB module uses a combination of the first and third characteristics to send a variable high-voltage output along with a single switched output.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves The following table provides a general relationship between load type and which curve to use: Load Type Curves Incandescent Curve 1 – Standard dimming curve Curve 2 – Energy efficient, uses 10% less energy. Advance Mark VII Ballast Curves 3, 5, or 6 4-wire Ballasts Curve 5 – Used for some ballasts Low voltage Curves 5, 6, B, C – All logarithmic curves with slight variations in the curve. Curve 7 – Used with other ballasts with the RDM-DC series of modules.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 40 shows the dimmer turning on to level 20 from an off condition. It maintains the level until the dimmer reaches a level above 20%, at which point the dimmer output starts to climb again. Conversely, it will dim down to 20% and maintain that level until it turns off. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 56 - 120 VAC. FIG. 40 Curve 1 Voltage Output in 240V AC FIG. 41 shows the low-voltage output of the RDM-HDC module.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 42 shows three different Low End Settings of 5%, 10%, and 20%. Each curve holds its assigned value until the dimmer level reaches 0. Ramping up from level 0 will turn on the lamps at three different levels respectively. Low End settings can be used to correct for problems in dimming various lighting products at low levels. Dimming ranges can be controlled using the low end setting.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 44 Curve 2 at 240 VAC FIG. 45 shows the low-voltage output of the RDM-HDC module. The voltage range is from 0 to 9 VDC when attached to test ballast. This curve can be used with 0-10 VDC dimming ballasts. FIG. 45 Curve 2 voltage output in volts DC 0-10VDC Curve (3) FIG. 46 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. It has a smooth taper and a cut off point of 25 volts. This curve will shrink incandescent dimming range 25%.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 47 Curve 3 at 120 VAC FIG. 48 Curve 3 at 240 VAC FIG. 49 shows the output voltage of the RDM-HDC module. The voltage range is from 2.6 to 9.3 VDC when attached to test ballast. This curve is primarily used with Advance Mark VII ballast using the RDM-HDC module. FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves 0-12VDC Curve (4) FIG. 50 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. There is a noticeable gap at the low end. Curve 4 is a smooth fade until 15%, then it rolls off sharply. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 0 - 120 VAC. FIG. 50 Curve 4 Voltage output in Volts RMS FIG. 51 Curve 4 at 120 VAC FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 53 shows the output voltage of the RDM-HDC module. Curve 4 is primarily used for control of Prescolite Intelect Ballast, using the RDM-HDC module. Its range is from 1 to 12 VDC. FIG. 53 Curve 4 Voltage output in volts DC Lutron FDB Curve (5) FIG. 54 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. It quickly dims the high end and extends the mid-range dimming control with a cut-off at 18 volts. This curve can be useful with two wire dimmable fluorescent ballasts.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 56 Curve 5 at 240 VAC FIG. 57 shows the output voltage of Curve 5 applied to the RDM-HDC module. It turns on to about 2 volts and rises to 12 VDC. There is a large increase in output above 98%. FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves Advance Mark VII Curve (6) FIG. 58 shows the voltage output of Curve 6 applied to a dimmer. Curve 6 will smoothly dim the high end and extend the low-end range of dimming. This curve can be useful for dimming applications using transformers and requiring a more precise low end dimming range. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 21 - 120 VAC. FIG. 58 Curve 6 Voltage output in Volts RMS FIG. 59 Curve 6 at 120 VAC FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 61 is a plot shows the output voltage of Curve 6 applied to the RDM-HDC module. The turn on voltage is 2 VDC and rises to 12 VDC. Output increases rapidly above 95%. FIG. 61 Curve 6 Voltage output in volts DC 12% Roll Off (7) FIG. 62 Curve 7 at 120 VAC FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 64 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. This curve follows the Standard dimming curve (Curve 1) for the first half of its control. After Level 50, the curve rolls off to 40 volts before cut off. This provides a 30% reduction in dimming. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 39 - 1 20 VAC. FIG. 64 Curve 7 Voltage output in Volts RMS FIG. 65 shows the DC output voltage of Curve 7 applied to the RDM-HDC module. It starts at 3 VDC and rises to 12 VDC. FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves 19% Roll Off (8) FIG. 66 Curve 8 at 120 VAC FIG. 67 Curve 8 at 240 VAC FIG. 68 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. This curve follows the Standard dimming curve (Curve 1) for the first 50% and then levels off to a 50 volts cut-off. This can be used on Advance Mark X ballasts. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 52 - 120 VAC. FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 69 shows the output voltage of the RDM-HDC module. The low end starts at 4 volts and slowly rises to 12 VDC. This curve provides precise mid-range dimming. FIG. 69 Curve 8 Voltage output in volts DC 33% Roll Off (9) FIG. 70 Curve 9 at 120 VAC FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 72 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. Curve 9 starts at 70 volts and rises to 120 volts for a dimming range of 40%. This curve can be used to dim some fan motors. Use this curve when very little voltage range can be tolerated. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 72 - 120 VAC. FIG. 72 Curve 9 Voltage output in Volts RMS FIG. 73 shows the output voltage of the RDM-HDC module. Curve 9 starts at 5 volts and rises to 12 VDC.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves S-Curve #1 (A) FIG. 74 Curve A at 120 VAC FIG. 75 Curve A at 240 VAC FIG. 76 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. Curve A is an alternate version of the Standard dimming curve (Curve 1). It rolls off the high end quickly and extends the dimming range in the middle with a sharper roll off starting at 20% dimming level. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 0 - 120 VAC. FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 77 shows the output voltage of the RDM-HDC module. Curve A starts at 2 volts and slowly rises. It increases 3 volts in the last 10% of its travel. This curve can be used with 0-12 VDC dimming ballasts like Prescolite Intelect ballasts. FIG. 77 Curve A Voltage output in volts DC Log-Curve #1 (B) FIG. 78 Curve B at 120 VAC FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 80 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. It rolls off the high end slower and becomes somewhat linear until a roll-off at 18 VAC. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 18 - 115 VAC. FIG. 80 Curve B Voltage output in Volts RMS FIG. 81 shows the output voltage of Curve B applied to the RDM-HDC module. The turn on voltage is 2VDC and rises to 10VDC. This curve can be used with 0-10 VDC dimming ballasts. FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves Log-Curve #2 (C) FIG. 82 Curve C at 120 VAC FIG. 83 Curve C at 240 VAC FIG. 84 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. This curve starts at the low end at about 20 volts and gently rises to only 113 volts. This curve reduces dimming range by about 20%. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 20 - 115 VAC. FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 85 shows the DC output voltage of Curve C applied to the RDM-HDC module. It starts at 2VDC and rises to 10VDC. This curve can be used with 0-10 VDC dimming ballasts. FIG. 85 Curve C Voltage output in Volts DC S-Curve #2 (D) FIG. 86 Curve D at 120 VAC FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 88 shows the output voltage of a dimmer. Curve D is an alternate version of Curve A. It rolls off the high end slower and extends the dimming range in the middle with a sharp roll off starting at 25% dimming level. Relay turn on level = 1% Dimming Range = 0 - 115 VAC FIG. 88 Curve D Voltage output in Volts RMS FIG. 89 shows the output voltage of the RDM-HDC module. Curve D is a variation of Curve A but at a 10% reduction.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 91 Curve N at 240 VAC FIG. 92 shows the output voltage of the RDM-HDC module. This is an incandescent dimmer always on, starting at Level 9. Relay turn on level = 09. The RDM-HDC module will output 12 VDC above Level 09. FIG. 92 Curve N Voltage output in Volts RMS Always OFF Curve (O) FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 94 Curve O at 240 VAC FIG. 95 is an incandescent dimmer, always off. No Level command will turn this dimmer on. Relay turn on level = none. The RDM-HDC module will output no voltage. FIG. 95 Curve O Voltage output in Volts RMS Always ON Curve (F) FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 97 Curve F at 240 VAC FIG. 98 is an incandescent dimmer, always on. No command will turn this dimmer off. Relay turn on level = always on. The RDM-HDC module will output a constant 12 VDC. FIG. 98 Curve F Voltage output in Volts RMS FIG. 99 is the voltage plot of the original Radia MC Series in FDB mode. This is provided for informational purposes only as the current RDD-DM4 does not support FDB mode due to large variety of FDB ballasts.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 100 Curve R at 120 VAC FIG. 101 Curve R at 240 VAC FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 103 Curves 5 & B on the Radia Eclipse RE-DM6 at 120 VAC FIG. 104 Curves 6 & C at 120 VAC FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves FIG. 106 Curves A & D at 120 VAC FIG.
Appendix A: AMX Lighting Curves 78 RE-DM4 and RE-DM6 RADIA Eclipse Dimmer Modules
Appendix B: Troubleshooting Appendix B: Troubleshooting Software Issues The following items address software-related technical support issues and describe the steps necessary to use NetLinx software in Terminal Emulator mode. Using PASS mode Use the PASS mode with a computer running capable of connecting to a NetLinx master controller, and the AMX Lighting controller connected as an AxLink device. Establishing communication with the master controller via terminal or Telnet: If the master is version 3.21.
Appendix B: Troubleshooting Hardware Issues The following items address hardware related technical support issues. You should make sure that each AxLink device number is a unique number. Duplicate AxLink device numbers will cause problems. The same holds true for SEND_STRING pack numbers, so do not duplicate pack numbers as well. Troubleshooting hardware The following table shows the different areas that should be checked if a hardware problem arises.
Appendix B: Troubleshooting RE-DM4 and RE-DM6 RADIA Eclipse Dimmer Modules 81
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