Crestron Lighting Control System Design Guide
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Crestron Lighting Control System Contents Lighting Control System Design 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Types of Lighting System Designs ............................................................................................ 1 Centralized Design ...................................................................................................... 2 Distributed Design....................
Crestron Lighting Control System Lighting Control System Design Introduction A lighting control system is as unique as the home it supports. Crestron offers the equipment and flexibility of design required for every one-of-akind solution to home automation needs. The designer can create a complete lighting system consisting of traditional wiring with local intelligence, up to a system that incorporates distributed, high-voltage wiring with centralized and/or distributed intelligence.
Control System Crestron Lighting Centralized Design The high-voltage lighting, fans, motors and switch circuits are individually wired directly to the modules in the Crestron home automation enclosure. The modules are controlled by low voltage user interfaces in the living area. This greatly simplifies the high-voltage wiring while creating a flexible and efficient design using keypad and touchpanel interfaces.
Crestron Lighting Control System Distributed Design In the traditional distributed design wiring method, Crestron wall box dimmers can be retrofitted into a project after routine high-voltage wiring is completed. In addition to the traditional high-voltage wiring, a low-voltage communication wire is run from the dimmer to the nearest Cresnet connection. This design offers the enduser the familiarity of a traditional control coupled with the power and flexibility of automated control.
Control System Crestron Lighting Complete Crestron Home Design A complete Crestron home design is a blend of distributed and centralized design in which central control intelligence and distributed local dimmers form a reliable whole house lighting control solution. Large rooms, stairways, and frequently used rooms are often remotely controlled using the astronomical time clock or whole-house presets. This level of control requires connection to a central dimming controller.
Crestron Lighting Control System Requirements for Design Lighting system design begins with a collection of complete information. The successful lighting system plan begins with a lighting load schedule that you define and compile based on the information contained in a detailed floor plan that identifies the elements of the load schedule design, the location and types of user interfaces used (i.e.
Control System Crestron Lighting Example of a Load Schedule (Based on the room example in the previous illustration) 1 Control Zone Area 2 Room Controlled Circuit name Ceiling 3 Controlled Circuit Number 1 1 Floor 2 MBR Ceiling Light Track 2 Track Light Ceiling Fan 3 Ceiling Fan Drape Motor 1 4 Drape Motor 1 Drape Motor 2 5 Drape motor 2 Fixture Type 4 Load Type 5 DIM 6 Emergency Lighting? 8 Fixture Qty 9 Total Watts Yes 7 Fixture Wattage and Voltage 100/120 Incandescent Incan
Crestron Lighting Control System 8. Quantity of fixtures for the controlled lighting zone. This is useful, along with item #6, in calculating the total power rating (watts) for that particular controlled circuit (item #9). 9. Total Wattage, or Power Rating, of the controlled lighting zone.
Control System Crestron Lighting Step 2: Module Selection The enclosure mounted Crestron modules, connected to the appropriate terminal block, perform pre-determined functions with various types of light sources, motors and non-lighting loads. Modules have a Cresnet link for control processor communication and a module override connection. Six different modules are available.
Crestron Lighting Control System CLX-1DIM4 is a workhorse module with one input feed and four controlled dimmers. Ideal for a small mix of loads where some loads are 500W or more. The single input feed limits the total output of all four controlled dimmer circuits to 1920 watts (16A).
Control System Crestron Lighting The CLX-4HSW4 switching module can switch four 16A lighting circuits as well as ½ HP (maximum) motors. Loads are switched on and off, but not dimmed. The maximum load is four controlled circuits per module and 1920 watts (16A) per controlled circuit (64A maximum total). CLX-4HSW4 Module Specifications Load Type INC, MLV, NCC and non-dim fluorescent, non-dim H.I.D.
Crestron Lighting Control System The CLX-1FAN4 controls up to four independent ceiling fans with four preset speeds in addition to off. The maximum load is four 2A ceiling fans motors per module. Lights for ceiling fans are assigned to a DIM type module and are wired independently. CLX-1FAN4 Module Specifications Load Type Ceiling fan (1 per controlled circuit) Module Output 4 controlled circuits, 2A per controlled circuit, 8A total 4 speeds plus off.
Control System Crestron Lighting Step 3: Enclosure Selection Crestron home automation enclosures contain the control devices of the lighting control system (excluding the user interfaces). These enclosures also provide a centralized location in which to install other home automation equipment. Crestron enclosures are constructed of 16-gauge galvanized steel and are UL and C-UL listed. Enclosures can be flush mounted or surface mounted.
Crestron Lighting Control System CAEN-Series Specifications CAEN Specifications 7x2 7x1* 4x2 4x1* 2x1* Module Capacity 14 7 8 4 2 Required Flush Mount Opening (W) x (H) 25 ½” x 62” 14 ⅜” x 62” 25 ½” x 38 ⅞” 14 ⅜” x 38 ⅞” 14 ⅜” x 23 ½” 16 gauge galvanized sheet metal Cover is painted metal with ventilation holes UL and C-UL listed Construction Regulatory Approvals Surface or flush mounted *Single-width enclosures fit between standard 16” on-center studs Mounting CAEN-Series Dimension
Control System Crestron Lighting Step 4: User Interface Selection User interfaces (keypads, dimmers, switches, and touchpanels) provide the link between the control devices in the enclosure and the user. Typically these interfaces are prominently and strategically located throughout a lighting design. NOTE: Due to the variety of touchpanels, dimmers, switches and keypads, specifications for each type are not provided as part of this guide.
Crestron Lighting Control System 6, 8, and 12 button C2N-DB Series Wall Panels Physical View of the C2N-DB Wall Panel Side View with buttons installed Back View Front View with buttons removed 1.53 in (3.89 cm) 1.67 in (4.24 cm) 1.79 in (4.55 cm) 1.07 in (2.72 cm) 4.16 in (10.57 cm) 2.70 in (6.86 cm) Rubber Membrane Design Guide – DOC.
Control System Crestron Lighting CNX Series Keypads Crestron keypads are a wall-mounted user interface. The keypads feature oversized buttons that provide positive feedback. The user can have the ability to control individual lights or groups of lights and create a predetermined “lighting scene” for particular activities. Keypads are Cresnet devices and programmable using SIMPL Windows or the Crestron D3 Pro software. The product name corresponds to the number of keypad buttons.
Crestron Lighting Control System Wall Dimmers The CLW-DIM is a stand-alone wall box dimmer that can also act as a Cresnet device that reports to a Crestron control processor. The CLW-DIM has four preset lighting levels that can be adjusted (refer to note below). The CLW-DIM also includes two isolated, non-polarized Cresnet wires (plus a ground wire) for connecting to the Cresnet network over a twisted pair wire with shield.
Control System Crestron Lighting Derating In a multi-gang installation, several dimmers are grouped in one horizontal wall box. When this is the case, the inner heat sink section is removed to permit the installation of a one-piece multi-gang wallplate. Removing the heat sink reduces the current carrying capability of the dimmers due to reduced heat dissipation. The following table provides the derating information for this application.
Crestron Lighting Control System Physical View of CLW-SLVD (clockwise from top; Top, Side, and Front) Design Guide – DOC.
Control System Crestron Lighting Switches The CLW-SW wall box switch can also act as a Cresnet device reporting to a Crestron control processor. The CLW-SW includes two isolated, non-polarized Cresnet wires (plus a ground wire) for connecting to a Cresnet system over a twisted pair wire with shield. In the absence of Cresnet communications, the switch can still be used to control a load. Refer to the CLW-SW, CLW-SWS, & CLS-SLVS Installation Guide (Doc. 6134) for more installation information.
Crestron Lighting Control System NOTE: Refer to the latest version of the Installation Guide (Doc. 6134) for derating information in multi-gang applications, available on the Crestron website, www.crestron.com. Physical View of CLW-SW/SWS (clockwise from top; Top, Side, and Front) Physical View of CLW-SLVS (clockwise from top; Top, Side, and Front) Design Guide – DOC.
Control System Crestron Lighting Touchpanel Selection CT-1000 Crestron touchpanels are graphical user interfaces that provide the user with visual control and feedback. Touchpanels are an elegant, efficient and practical solution to room control. A touchpanel can control lighting, audio and video, HVAC, and security. Touchpanel pages can provide convenient control of every individual light in the residence from a single location.
Crestron Lighting Control System Physical Views of TPS-2000L Touchpanel 3.43 in (8.71 cm) 3.07 in (7.79 cm) 4.76 in (12.10 cm) 6.73 in (17.10 cm) Crestron touchpanels are available as either wired or wireless units, with screens from 3.8” diagonal to 15” diagonal. Many Crestron touchpanels also feature buttons that can be custom engraved and programmed to provide quick access to programmed functions. The built-in speakers can play .WAV files provided by the programming.
Control System Crestron Lighting Wiring Plan Details Location Device Type Crestron Device Room 1 DIM1 – Wall dimmer – 100 Watts CLW-DIM Room 2 DIM4 – Wall dimmer – 150 Watts CLW-DIM Room 2 DIM5 – Wall dimmer – 150 Watts CLW-DIMS Room 2 SW1 – Wall Box switch – Low voltage/outdoor CLW-SW Room 2 Touchpanel TPS-1000 Room 3 DIM2 – Wall dimmer – 100 Watts CLW-DIM Room 3 DIM3 – Wall Dimmer – 100 Watts CLW-DIMS Room 4 DIM6 – Wall dimmer – 200 Watts CLW-DIM Room 5 DIM7 – Wall dimmer – 1
Crestron Lighting Control System The PAC2 processor provides 50W of power for keypads and touchpanels. Each keypad in the CNX-B series uses 3-watts, therefore only 15 keypads can be connected without adding another power supply. Make sure there is sufficient power in the system design to accommodate all the keypads, touchpanels, voltage drops, and wire runs.
Control System Crestron Lighting The on-board 36MB memory is enhanced with a 4GB expansion slot that supports off-the-shelf Type II compact flash memory and the IBM Microdrive hard disk drive, for on-board storage of program and touchpanel files, room and equipment profiles, upgrades, databases, and schedules. Crestron's unique dual bus system, with its high-speed I/O bus architecture, provides blazing fast throughput, system wide.
Crestron Lighting Control System PAC2 2-Series Automation Control System Specifications (continued) SPECIFICATION Ethernet (Optional Z-BUS cards) Ports/Connectors NET COMPUTER I/O RELAY OUTPUT POWER OVERRIDE BACKUP NET INPUT FAULT LEFT / RIGHT Power Requirements Network Power Fuse Rating Reset Buttons Environmental Temperature Humidity Dimensions & Weight Design Guide – DOC.
Control System Crestron Lighting Step 7: Network Block Selection A CAEN-BLOCK, required in each enclosure that does not contain a PAC2 processor. The CAEN-BLOCK provides module connection and Cresnet communications. The unit has a left and right connector for communication with the CLX-Series modules. Refer to CAEN Block Installation Guide (Doc. 5994) for additional information. The four passive Cresnet ports provide a convenient way to connect devices and enclosures together.
Crestron Lighting Control System Step 8: Accessories Selection The Crestron complete line of universal accessory mounting plates are provided for designers who wish to integrate custom items into the CAEN enclosure, including any non-Crestron equipment (third-party products such as phone and alarm systems). This simplifies adding items to the enclosure. Ensure that the addition of any items to the CAEN enclosure is done in accordance with all National and local electrical codes.
Control System Crestron Lighting Basic Lighting System Interconnections A Crestron Lighting System 30 • Lighting Control System Design Design Guide – DOC.
Crestron Lighting Control System Ordering a Crestron Lighting Control System Hardware These are the steps for ordering a Crestron lighting control system, regardless of the size. Each system and module contains the appropriate installation literature and operation guide. Steps to order a lighting system: STEP 1: Survey all lights and loads to be controlled.
Control System Crestron Lighting Example Lighting System This example is based on the following typical wiring plan. 32 • Lighting Control System Design Design Guide – DOC.
Crestron Lighting Control System Enter the information into D3 Pro, and the software can generate the following load schedule reports. Load Schedule Project: AV Sample Residence Dealer: Crestron Creator: Crestron D3 Pro v1.2.1 Description: Date: 11/4/2003 System Number: 1 Controlled Ckt Name Controlled Ckt No.
Control System Crestron Lighting Load Schedule w/ Panel Terminations Project: AV Sample Residence Dealer: Crestron Creator: Crestron D3 Pro v1.2.1 Description: Date: 11/4/2003 System Number: 1 Controlled Ckt Name Controlled Ckt No.
Crestron Lighting Control System Circuits and Interfaces Design Guide – DOC.
Control System Crestron Lighting Module Wiring 36 • Lighting Control System Design Design Guide – DOC.
Crestron Lighting Control System PAC2 Connections Design Guide – DOC.
Control System Crestron Lighting Return and Warranty Policies Merchandise Returns / Repair Service 1. No merchandise may be returned for credit, exchange, or service without prior authorization from CRESTRON. To obtain warranty service for CRESTRON products, contact the factory and request an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number. Enclose a note specifying the nature of the problem, name and phone number of contact person, RMA number, and return address. 2.
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Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 Tel: 888.CRESTRON Fax: 201.767.7576 www.crestron.com Design Guide – DOC. 5999A 11.03 Specifications subject to change without notice.
