echoflex Elaho Dual Tech Ceiling-mount Vacancy Sensor, Elaho Dual Tech Ceiling-mount Occupancy Sensor Installation Manual

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Elaho Dual Tech Ceiling-mount Vacancy Sensor

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Overview

The Elaho Dual Tech Ceiling-mount Vacancy Sensor uses passive infrared (PIR)
technology and acoustic detection to provide reliable vacancy sensing for
lighting control. The sensor relies on local station control for manual on and
provides auto off functionality upon detection of vacancy.

The ceiling-mount sensor offers 360 degree coverage with optimized lens
options to accommodate small and large spaces. The sensor is available in a
white or black finish.

Smal l Room Lens - co verage

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452 ft2at 8 ft (42 m2at 2.4 m)

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804 ft2at 10 ft (74.3 m2at 3 m)

Large Ro om Lens - coverag e

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1,809 ft2at 8 ft (168 m2at 2.4 m)

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3,019 ft2at 10 ft (280 m2at 3 m)

Field-installed lens masks are provided to allow customized detection fields
for each sensor lens type.

Custom Configuration

This document guides you through the installation and local DIP switch setup
of the sensor.

For more detailed information about custom configuration options available
using ElahoAccess, see the ElahoAccess Mobile App integrated help system.

Note: To use the configuration settings applied using ElahoAccess, DIP

switch 2 must be enabled. See DIP Switch Settings on page7.

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Prepare for Installation

Ceiling-mount sensors are intended for installation to a finished ceiling
surface, soft ceiling tile mounted, or attached to a round or octagonal fixture
junction box.

Compliance

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UL/cUL listed, complies with UL508A, UL916, and CSAC22.2 No.14

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CE compliant

For use with Echoflex dimming and relay products.

Environment

Ambient

For indoor, commercial controls use only. Indoor installation only. The sensor
operates in ambient temperatures of -10°C to 40°C, with a maximum of
90% non-condensing humidity.

Installation

Echoflex recommends paying special attention to the installation
environment:

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When operating in PIR only modes, the sensor must have an
unobstructed view of the room. Do not mount behind or near tall
cabinets, shelves, hanging light fixtures, etc.

•

Do not install the sensor within eight feet from an HVAC airflow
duct/vent.

•

Install the sensor where it cannot easily sense movement in areas
outside of the intended space, such as hallways, glass partitions, or
adjacent rooms. If the installation location cannot avoid these
conditions, portions of the lens can be masked to block the sensor
view of these undesired areas. See

Lens Masking on page10

.

Note: In areas of increased noise activity, enabling PIR only mode may

allow for better occupancy detection results. See DIP Switch Settings on

page 7.

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Control Wire Specification

The sensor connects to the EchoConnect®communication bus. EchoConnect is
a bidirectional protocol that uses one pair of wires (data+ and data-) for both
data and power. Echoflex recommends using Belden 8471 (or approved equal)
Class 2 wire. The total combined length of an EchoConnect wire run (using
Belden 8471, or equal) may not exceed 1,640feet (500m).

Note: All control wiring should be installed and terminated by a

qualified installer and should follow standard wiring installation practices.

Leave approximately 8" (20cm) of wiring in the back box for connection
and to allow slack for future service needs.

Note: Echoflex requires that all Elaho stations and devices be grounded

for ESDprotection. Pull an additional 14AWG (2.5 mm2) wire for
grounding when control wires are not installed in grounded metal conduit.

Note: When using Category 5 (or equivalent) cable on the EchoConnect

communication bus, please note the following:

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Cat5 wiring must be terminated using EchoConnect Cat5
Termination Kit and must be installed using a bus topology.
Refer to the installation guide that is provided with the Cat5
Termination Kit (8186A1207) for information to terminate
Cat5 wiring.

•

Not all topologies are supported using Cat5; careful planning
is required to ensure the proper termination kits are available
and the wire is pulled appropriately.

Parts and Supplies

The following parts and supplies are included with the sensor:

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soft ceiling tile adapters

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2 each screws, 6-32 x 3/4” and 1 3/4”

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lens masks

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WAGO connectors (wire termination connectors)

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Installation

Installation should follow all local codes and standard electrical practices.

Note: NEC Class 2 product to be wired in accordance to NEC Article

725 and local jurisdiction requirements.

The ceiling-mount sensor is provided with a mounting plate that can be
mounted to a junction box, finished ceiling, or soft ceiling tile. Determine the
installation method and follow the detailed instructions:

•

Junction Box or Surface Installation below

•

Soft Ceiling Tile Installation on the facing page

Junction Box or Surface Installation

1.

Pull the Belden 8471 (or
equivalent) and one 14 AWG
(2.5 mm2) ground wire to the
mounting location (junction
box or finished surface) and
strip each wire 3/8” (9–
10mm).

2.

Temporarily remove the
sensor cover to gain access to
the configuration switches
and mounting access holes.
Hold the sensor in one hand
while gently twisting the
cover clockwise.

3.

Connect the EchoConnect
wires from the sensor to the
installed wires.

a.

Connect the data - (typically black) EchoConnect wire from
sensor to the incoming EchoConnect (typically black) wire using a
WAGO wire termination connector.

b.

Repeat the above step for the data + (typically white)
EchoConnect wire and for the ESD ground wire, using a new
WAGO connector for each termination type.

4.

Orient the flat side of the sensor to the junction box or surface and
secure it in place using the screws provided (both short and long
screws are provided for installation convenience).

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Soft Ceiling Tile Installation

Ceiling tile

adapter

Ceiling tile

Ceiling tile adapter

1.

Pull the Belden 8471 (or equivalent) and 14 AWG (2.5 mm2) ground
wire to the mounting location and strip each wire to the appropriate
length. The strip length is dependant on the wire nut or other
termination connector used (wire nuts are not provided).

2.

Temporarily remove the sensor cover to gain access to the
configuration switches and mounting access holes. Hold the sensor in
one hand while gently twisting the cover clockwise.

3.

Prepare the ceiling tile.

a.

Align the flat side of the sensor to the finished side of the ceiling
tile and mark the access hole for wire pass-through.

b.

Remove the ceiling tile material from marked access hole.

c.

Pull the sensor wires through the access hole.

4.

Insert the soft ceiling tile adapters through the provided pinholes in
the sensor mounting plate, one set located on each side of the sensor
near the mounting keyholes. Push the adapters through the ceiling
tiles, then bend each tine over in opposite directions for a secure fit on
the unfinished side of the ceiling tile.

5.

Connect the EchoConnect wires from the sensor to the installed wires.

a.

Connect the data - (typically black) EchoConnect wire from
sensor to the incoming EchoConnect (typically black) wire using a
WAGO wire termination connector.

b.

Repeat the above step for the data + (typically white)
EchoConnect wire and for the ESD ground wire, using a new
WAGO connector for each termination type.

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Sensor Configuration

The Elaho Dual Tech Ceiling-mount Vacancy Sensor participates in an
Elaho control system using the configured Space and Address, which are
selectable using the rotary switches on the sensor electronics located behind
the removable cover.

DIPswitches, also located on the sensor electronics, set the sensor
functionality.

Note: The [MODE] and [AUX] buttons, and their related LEDs, are not

used and have no functionality on the Dual Tech Ceiling-mount Vacancy
Sensor.

DIP switches

Space and Address
switches

Set Space and Addre ss

Two rotary switches on the controller provide for assignment of the sensor
Space and Address. By default, these switches are set to Space 1, Address 1.
Commands are shared by all devices within a given space.

1.

Set the Space rotary switch to the desired number (1 through 16) for
the space you want the sensor to control.

2.

Set the Address rotary switch to desired address (1 through 16) for the
sensor identification in the selected space.

Note: Do not duplicate a device Address within the same Space.

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DIP Switch Settings

DIP switches on the sensor electronics provide for additional configuration
options including Use Custom Config, Vacancy Timeout, Enable/Disable
detection LEDs, PIR Only, and the ability to restore the sensor to its factory
defaults.

Switch # Use

1

Unused

2

En abl e/Di sable Custom Config Mod e

•

When “Custom Config” is set to Off (also known as Basic
configuration mode), local DIP switch settings for Vacancy
Timeout, Enable PIR LED, and dual technology features are
used. See

Configuration using Elaho Program Mode on

page1

.

•

When “Custom Config” is set to On, all other local DIP
switch settings are ignored. Instead, the settings made by
the EchoAccess Mobile App are used.

3 and 4

Vacan cy Ti meout

•

5 min = Switches 3 and 4 are Off

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15 min = Switch 3 is Off and Switch 4 is On (default)

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30 min = Switch 3 is On and Switch 4 is Off

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Auto = Both switches are On

5

Detectio n LEDs

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When set to On (default), the occupancy detection LEDs
illuminate when movement is detected.

•

When set to Off, the occupancy detection LEDs are
disabled unless the unit is in Walk Test mode.

6

PI R Only Mod e

•

When set to On, acoustic detection technology is disabled
for the sensor.

•

When set to Off (default), both PIR and acoustic detection
technologies are used by the sensor.

7

Unused

8

Resto re to Defaults at boo t

•

When set to On, then cycling power to the sensor, the unit
restores to its factory default settings.

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Off is the default setting.

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Power Up and Test

Power Up

All EchoConnect terminations in the system must be made before applying
power to the system and sensor. When the sensor is powered up, the PIR and
acoustic detection LEDs illuminate for one minute for calibration and warm­up, then return to normal operation according to the configuration.

Both the PIR and acoustic detection features of the sensor will automatically
adjust sensitivity threshold to eliminate nuisance tripping. During this time,
sensor configuration is not allowed and no events are triggered.

Dual Technology

When both PIR and acoustic detection are used, the following logic is used:

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When the space is vacant, only manual control can switch the state to
occupied.

•

When the space is occupied, PIR, acoustic detection, and manual
control can reset the vacancy timeout.

•

When the vacancy timeout in the space has only been reset by acoustic
detection for 60 minutes, acoustic detection is disabled until the next
PIR detection event.

PIR (only) Detection

When acoustic detection is disabled (DIP switch 6 set to On), the following
logic is used:

•

When the space is vacant, only manual control can switch the state to
occupied.

•

When the space is occupied, PIR detection and manual control can
reset the vacancy timeout.

Basic Configuration

When the sensor is in Basic configuration mode (DIP switch 2 set to Off), the
sensor will activate a Space Off command when vacancy is detected.

Custom Configura tion Mode

When functionality other than Space Off is required, place the sensor in
Custom configuration mode (DIP switch 2 set to On). Customization of the
sensor and all actions are configured using the ElahoAccess Mobile App.

For more detailed information about custom configuration options available
using ElahoAccess, see the ElahoAccess Mobile App integrated help system.

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Vacancy Timeout

Vacancy timeout is the amount of time the sensor waits to take action after
no movement is detected. By default, vacancy timeout is set to 15 minutes
(indicated by DIP switch 3 set to Off and 4 set to On; see

DIP Switch Settings

on page 7

). When the vacancy timeout ends, the grace period begins.

When the sensor detects vacancy, the vacancy timeout period begins. If the
sensor does not detect occupancy again during the vacancy timeout period,
the lights turn off and a 30 second grace period begins.

Grace Period

The sensor features a 30 second grace period after a vacancy timeout occurs.
During this grace period, if the sensor detects occupancy, it will turn on or
restore the previous lighting condition.

Auto Vacancy Timeout

The “Auto” vacancy timeout setting varies the vacancy timeout between
5 and 30 minutes depending on how often it identifies an occupancy trigger
after a vacancy timeout occurs (during the grace period).

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Walk Test

The sensor offers a Walk Test mode, which shortens the vacancy timer to ten
seconds and allows for simple and quick verification of the sensor’s coverage
and range in the installed space.

[Walk Test]

1.

Prepare the site for configuration.

a.

Make certain the sensor and lighting loads are powered and
connected for control by the Elaho control system.

b.

You will need direct access to the sensor in order to place it into
Walk Test mode.

2. Press the [Walk Test] button on the bottom of the sensor to enable

the Walk Test feature. A green LED will flash, indicating Walk Test is
enabled and the vacancy timer will be shortened to ten seconds.

3.

Move throughout the space including corners and areas that may be
obscured from line of sight to the sensor. Each time the sensor detects
movement, the lens illuminates red. If acoustic detection is enabled,
any sound detected will illuminate the lens green.

4.

Adjust the lens masking, if installed, blocking certain areas of the
installed space from sensor detection. See

Lens Masking below

.

5.

Walk Test mode automatically exits and the sensor returns to normal
operation after five minutes. You can also manually terminate by
pressing the [Wal k Test] button again.

Lens Masking

Lens masks are provided in the packaging for your convenience. Use this to
block a section of the lens from detecting occupancy. To attach, cut to the
desired size, remove the backing and stick it on the sensor lens, covering the
desired sections.

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Sensor Coverage

Small Room Lens

Side View

0

0

1.5 m

5 ft

1.5 m

5 ft

3.0 m

10 ft

3.0 m

10 ft

4.6 m

15 ft

4.6 m

15 ft

6.1 m

20 ft

6.1 m

20 ft

8 ft

2.4 m

10 ft

3.0 m

12 ft

3.7 m

Large RoomLens

Side View

0

8 ft

2.4 m
10 ft

3.0 m
12 ft

3.7 m

0

3.0 m

10 ft

3.0 m

10 ft

6.1 m

20 ft

6.1 m

20 ft

9.1 m

30 ft

9.1 m

30 ft

12.2 m

40 ft

12.2 m

40 ft

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