Ex-Or DLE1205 Installation Instructions

SceneSelect II

Scene-setting and Dimming System

SLD1205

LEADING EDGE DIMMER

Instruction Manual

Contents

Warning ............................................................. 2

Features ............................................................ 2

Important Safeguards ........................................ 2

Internal View ................................................... ...3

Mounting ............................................................ 4

Supply & Load Cable Connections .................... 5

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Connecting Serial Control Cables...................... 6

Hardware Controls ............................................ 7

Dimmable Lamps Chart .................................... 7

Changing Scenes Using The Program Key ........8

Troubleshooting................................................. 9

Specification ..................................................... 9

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WARNING

ISOLATE FROM
MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
REMOVING THIS COVER

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

SERVICE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY

Warning

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS DEVICE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

DO NOT ENERGISE UNLESS THE
FRONT COVER IS IN PLACE.

THIS DEVICE MUST BE EARTHED.
INSTALLATION, PROGRAMMING AND

MAINTENANCE MUST BE CARRIED
OUT BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

Features

Simple Supply Requirements

Single phase and neutral at 60A or
Three phase and neutral at 20A per phase

12 Dimmed Outputs

Each 5A output is independently
regulated, protecting loads from voltage
surges and spikes.

MCB Protection

Each output is protected by a 6A single
pole thermal magnetic circuit breaker.

Convection Cooled

This device is convection cooled,
requiring no forced cooling system when
installed in accordance with these
instructions.

Many Control Options

Control of this device can be from any of
the SceneSelect II range of control panels
and ancillary products.

Simple Installation

Wall mount enclosure with mounting lugs
facilitates installation. A cable gland plate
is provided at the top of the enclosure for
supply cables and at the right-hand side
for load cables with a knockout for the
low voltage (LV) control at the bottom.

Important Safeguards

Read Instructions We recommend that you
read this Instruction Manual prior to
commencement of installation. Retain these
instructions and give the end user the
'Changing Scenes Using the Program Key'
guide on page 8, if applicable.
Tro ub le sh oo ti ng - I f p r ob le ms a re
e n c o u n t e r e d , p l e a s e c h e c k t h e
troubleshooting section on page 9 before
calling Ex-Or technical support.
Special Programming This device will only
operate in ‘basic’ mode unless programmed
via a computer. Should programming be
required, contact Ex-Or for details. Once the
data cable is connected to the device(s), the
factory default settings will allow any control
panel to control all channels in all dimmers.
Power Sources This device should only be
operated from the type of supply specified on
the front panel. This device must be earthed.
Output Circuits The load on a single circuit
should not exceed 5A. Loads should be
calculated to ensure that the total device load
of 60A is not exceeded. Some types of load
have special requirements. Check the
Dimmable Lamps Chart on page 7 for more
information.
Megger Testing Do not megger test any
circuitry connected to the dimming system, as
damage to the electronics may result.
Mounting Location This device must be
mounted the right way up, on a vertical surface
(refer to page 4 for mounting instructions). The
specified minimum clearance of 200mm for all
sides must be adhered to. Install in a dry, well­ventilated location. This device may emit
some mechanical noise. Take this into
account when deciding the mounting location.

Data Cable The recommended cable for
connections to the programming socket is
4 pair patch (multi-stranded) CAT5 screened
cable. This cable should be segregated from
mains cables by a minimum distance of
300mm unless the FTP cable itself is mains­rated. If expected cable runs are over 600
metres for bus cables or 12 metres for
analogue cables, consult Ex-Or for advice. Do
not cut or terminate live data cables.

Load Type The factory default settings are for
all channels to be dimmable. Do not terminate
any non-dimmable loads until the relevant
channel has been programmed as switching
only. See the Dimmable Lamps Chart on
page 7.

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Internal View

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Mounting

200mm MINIMUM GAP

200mm MINIMUM GAP

DIMMER

200mm MINIMUM GAP

DIMMER

CABLE TRAY OR
OTHER OBJECT

RISING HEAT

200mm MINIMUM GAP

CABLE TRAY OR
OTHER OBJECT

LESS THAN 200mm

Select a suitable location

This device is designed for indoor use only. If
installing in an external location, the device
must be housed in a suitable well-ventilated
enclosure. Choose a dry location, that will be
accessible after the installation is complete.
To ensure the cooling system functions
correctly, the device should only be mounted
vertically, the right way up. The device will
generate heat when operating, approximately
2 Watts per Amp of load, and requires an air
gap of 200mm on each side and at the top and
bottom of the device. This air gap is also
required to ensure serviceability of the device
without complete removal from the mounting
surface. This device may emit some
mechanical noise. Take this into account
when deciding the mounting location.

Fixing the Device

The device has integral mounting brackets
attached to the enclosure. The brackets are
designed to accommodate fixing screws up to
8mm diameter. The device can be fixed to the
wall without opening the cabinet or removing
the cover. Make sure no dust or other debris
enters the device during installation. Do not
leave the front cover off for any length of time.
Excessive dust and dirt can degrade the
cooling of internal components.

DIMMER

SUPPLY CABLES

DIMMER

LV CONTROL CABLES

Allow For Cable Entry

Supply cables should enter the device at the
top. Load cables should enter the device from
the right-hand side. If these cables are fed from
below the mounting position, they should be
routed around the device to enter at the top or
side. An alternative method is to stand the
device off from the mounting surface by
mounting it on a cable tray or a ‘Unistrut’ style
product. The cables can then be routed
between the device and the mounting surface,
and enter the device via the cutout provided on
the mounting face. The control cables enter at
the bottom of the device. Control cables
should never be run in the mains voltage
sections of the device.

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Supply & Load Cable Connections

Supply Cables

The supply input terminals are located toward the
top of the PCB and consist of Earth, Neutral, and
Live, all of which will accept up to ten 10mm
cables. The supply cables should have a capacity
of 60A to allow the device to be loaded to its
maximum capacity.

Load Cables

Load cables can be terminated on the 4 x 3 way
load terminal strip (one for each channel), a
Neutral link and an Earth link located at the centre
of the enclosure. These connectors will accept up
to 6mm cables. It is important that an individual

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output circuit is not overloaded. Calculate the
intended load, and ensure that it is below the
maximum capacity of an individual channel,
which is 5A. To ensure compliance with
interference standards, the load neutral cables
must be individually connected to the neutral link
terminals inside the cabinet. Never use a

common neutral at a remote location.

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Emergency Lighting Connections

Connect emergency lighting circuits to the load
side on the circuit breaker for the relevant
channel, as indicated by the labels next to the
circuit breakers. Do not remove any cables that
may already be terminated at this location.

Energising the Device

If it is necessary to energise load circuits before
any control cables are connected, it is acceptable
to replace the cover and power up the device
immediately, as the default factory programming
is to have all channels set to 100% output. If there
is no output on any or all channels, see the
“Troubleshooting” section (page 9). This device
should be de-energised before terminating the
control and data cables.

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Connecting Serial Control Cables

RJ12 Socket Connections

PLUS

DATA --

DATA +

GND

SPARE

SPARE

Serial Cable Permanent Connections

GND

SHIELD

+12V

D+

D

ORANGE/WHITE PAIR

BLUE/WHITE PAIR

GREEN/WHITE PAIR

SCREEN
(Must be connected if there
is a screen/shield terminal
provided)

Sample
Colours

Connect Data Cable in a "Daisy Chain"

SceneSelect II

INSTALLATION DETAILS

INPUT: 230 V 50-60Hz 10 A
OUTPUT: 1 x 230V 10A
MOUNT VERTICALLY
AGAINST WALL
ENSURE GOOD VENTILATION
FOLLOW INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

Manufactured by:
Unit 6-119/133 McEVOY St. Alexandria
NSW 2015 AUSTRALIA

WARNING

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
SERVICE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY

ISOLATE FROM
MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
REMOVING THIS COVER

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SceneSelect II

INSTALLATION DETAILS

INPUT: 230 V 50-60Hz 10 A
OUTPUT: 1 x 230V 10A
MOUNT VERTICALLY
AGAINST WALL
ENSURE GOOD VENTILATION
FOLLOW INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

Manufactured by:
Unit 6-119/133 McEVOY St. Alexandria
NSW 2015 AUSTRALIA

WARNING

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
SERVICE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY

ISOLATE FROM
MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
REMOVING THIS COVER

SceneSelect Bus Cable Connections

There is one bus port in the form of an RJ12
socket on the front panel. This is used for the
te mpo ra ry co n ne cti on o f a P C fo r
programming purposes. There are more
terminals on the main circuit board for
permanent connections. Use 4 pair patch
(multi-stranded) CAT5 screened cable.
It should be segregated from mains cables by
a minimum distance of 300mm, unless the
F T P c a b l e i t s e l f i s m a i ns - r a t e d.
Recommended cable types include:

Belden 1868E
RS Components 628-6805
Farnell 1350507

One pair is paralleled for GND, one pair
paralleled for +12V, and one pair used for
DATA+ and DATA -.

Recommended Cable Colour Coding

Green/White pair paralleled for GND
Orange/White pair paralleled for +12V
Blue/White pair Blue for DATA+

White for DATA-

The colour coding scheme used is not critical,
as long as the same scheme is used
throughout the installation.

The screen of the data cable must be
connected where there is a terminal
provided.

Bus Cable Connecting Method

All devices on the SceneSelect Bus should be
connected together via a 'daisy-chain'
arrangement. 'Spurs' or 'stubs' off the
SceneSelect Bus are not permitted. Devices
may be connected in any order ensuring that
the first and last devices on the system
terminate one SceneSelect Bus cable only ­see diagram, left. Should the cable run exceed
600 metres then SBE Bus Extenders should
be used.

1 cable

2 cables

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2 cables

Hardware Controls

AUX Input - This is a dry contact interface that is active low. The dry contact is connected between the AUX
and GND terminals on the RS485 SceneSelect Bus connector strip. The function of the AUX input is
programmable. Ensure that the cable length between the dry contact and terminal strip is no longer than 2
metres.

Service LED - The Service LED has 3 signalling modes, which are useful for troubleshooting:
Blinking slowly (1Hz) = Normal Operation
Blinking fast (0.25Hz) = Network Activity Detected
On = Fault

Service Switch - The Service Switch has three functions:
1 push = Transmit Network ID
3 pushes = All Channels 100%
Push & hold for 4 sec = Reboot

TOP SET - This adjusts the maximum output that all other control sources can select, ie: if the Top Set is fully
clockwise, 100% selected by a control source will give 100% output. If it is fully anti-clockwise, 100% selected by
a control source will give 50% output. This control is useful for extending lamp life and can be operated without
any form of network control, effectively turning the device into a stand-alone power conditioner and lamp
protector.

Dimmable Lamps Chart

INCANDESCENT
LAMPS

TUNGSTEN HALOGEN
LAMPS

NEON

Incandescent lamps are easily dimmed using all SceneSelect II Leading Edge
and Trailing Edge Dimmers. The soft start and voltage limiting features will
extend lamp life. Lamp life can be further extended using the voltage limit
adjustment.

Tungsten halogen and other transformer loads are easily dimmed using
SceneSelect II Dimmers. The soft start, cleanup and surge limiting features will
protect lamps against premature failure. Lamp life can be extended using the
voltage limit adjustment.

Only argon filled neon lamps can be reliably dimmed. The power factor
capacitors need to be wired to the supply side of the dimmer. Cabling and
controllers should be de-rated by approx 60% to allow for reactive current. Any
open circuit monitoring on the neon transformer must be suitable for dimming.

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Changing Presets Using The Program Key

STEP 1:

STEP 2:

STEP 3:

STEP 4:

STEP 5:

STEP 6:

Select Preset to be changed by pushing buttons 1–4. The button
LED will indicate current scene.

Hold down the PROGRAM button for approximately five
seconds, and then release it. All scene buttons will be flashing.

To increase or decrease the brightness of all channels at the
same time press the up, down or off button until the required
brightness is required. You can now go to STEP 6 if happy with
the new levels, or continue if individual channel adjustment is
required.

To set the level of an individual channel, press 1–4. The button
LED will indicate which channel you have selected. When more
than 4 channels are to be set, press 1 twice for channel 5, press
2 twice to select channel 6, press 1 three times to get channel 9
etc. (each press of the button increases the active channel
number by 4).

Press the up, down or off buttons until the lamps on the selected
channel reach the desired level. Select the next channel and
change in the same way.

When all channels of the preset scene have been established,
press PROGRAM again and the levels will be stored to the
current preset. To program another preset, repeat steps 1 - 6.

NOTE

This method is applicable only to simple systems comprising of one dimming unit and one eight button
programming panel.

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Troubleshooting

Check the following list. If you are still unable to rectify the situation, contact Ex-Or. Please ensure that you have completed the following
prior to calling our technical support department.

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Check all symptoms in theTroubleshooting list

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Check for any deviations betweenthe installation and theinstallation instructions

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Make a list of themodel numbers of alldevices usedin the system

SYMPTOM

Dimmer does not operate at all. No Service LED
activity. Power supply indicator LED on PCB not lit.

Power supply indicator LED lit, but no Service LED
activity.

Dimmer will not respond to control panel push
buttons.

Dimmer operates properly but circuit breakers keep
tripping.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Incorrect connection of mains supply or no power
available.

Supply voltage too low, short circuit on network.
Control PCB faulty.

Control panel incorrectly wired or incorrect
configuration.

Instant tripping:- short circuit on load.
Delayed tripping:- dimmer overloaded.

ACTION

Check power supply to dimmer. Check Line and
Neutral input connections.

Check supply voltage is at least 75% of rated
voltage. Check 5V & 12V terminal voltages, 5V
supply must be present. Disconnect network bus
and restore power. Replace control PCB.

Check operation of LEDs on control panel. Push
button on panel and study response of service LED.

Check load wiring for short circuits.
Verify dimmer loading with current tester (don’t
forget to de-rate for low power-factor loads and
transformer losses). Check that the breaker
terminals are tight.

Supply: 230V, 50Hz single live & neutral at 60A or

400V 50Hz three phase and neutral at 20A per phase

Outputs: 12 x dimmed outputs (leading edge phase control) at 5A (total device load 60A)

Protection: 12 x 6A 6kA single pole thermal magnetic circuit breakers

Regulating Device: Triac 600V 40A nom., 350A surge

Power Conditioning: Regulated outputs

Over voltage protection
Surge protection
Brownout/Sag protection
Spike protection
Soft start
16 bit fade resolution (65535 steps)

Interference Suppression: Iron powder toroidal chokes

Rise time: > 100µS at 230V

Control Inputs: 1 x RS485 SceneSelect bus serial port

1 x programmable dry contact AUX input
SceneSelect II Range of Control Panels and ancillary items

User Controls: Service switch

Diagnostic LED

Internal Controls: Programmable Logic Controller

SceneSelect Bus DC Supply: 200mA (supply for approx. 10 Control Panels)

Preset Scenes: 170

Supply Terminals: L1, L2, L3

1 x 10mm max conductor size

Output terminals: Line, Neutral for each channel

2 x 4mm max conductor size

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Neutral Link bar provided
Earth Link bar provided

Cable Entry: Mains - 4 x 25mm dia. knockouts mounted on a 100mm x 50mm removable

gland plate
Output - 6 x 25mm dia. knockouts on right-hand side of enclosure
Data - 1 x 25mm dia. knockout

Compliance: CE, C-Tick

Ambient Temperature: 40 C max.

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Construction: Alloy/Steel wall mount case with epoxy finish

Dimensions: Height 626mm x Width 255mm x Depth 176mm (including wall bracket)

Weight: 14kg

Specification

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Notes