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i series e & i series Quad
Dimmer Racks
Users Guide
Software Version #1.50
P/N: LIT-31903-00
April 2003
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Although the information contained within this guide is believed to be accurate at the time of printing, it is
not guaranteed to be without fault and is subject to change without notice. Future software releases may
change the features or operation of this product. For current information, please contact:
Leviton Lighting Controls Division
Technical Services
PO Box 2210
Tualatin, Oregon 97062
-or-
Leviton Lighting Controls Division
Technical Services
20497 SW Teton
Tualatin, Oregon 97062
(800)959-6004 - voice
(503)404-5601 - fax
Copyright © 1998,2003
Leviton Manufacturing Company Incorporated.
All Rights Reserved.
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0.0 Table of Contents
0.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................................................................................3
0.1 NEW FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................4
1.0 I SERIES E OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................................5
The dimmer rack chassis................................................................................................................................5
The dimmer modules........................................................................................................................................5
The control module.........................................................................................................................................5
PATCH ASSIGNMENTS (DMX-512 & LUMA-NET CHANNEL NUMBERS)......................................................6
DIMMER NUMBERING – SEQUENTIAL VS. PHASE BALANCED ......................................................................7
1.1 VIOLET I LIGHT INDI CATOR (NOT ON I24).........................................................................................7
1.2 DIMMER MODULE INDICATORS – I SERIES E.....................................................................................8
1.3 DIMMER MODULE INDICATORS – I SERIES QUAD............................................................................8
1.4 CONTROL MODULE -- NORMAL LED BOOT SEQUENCE .................................................................8
1.5 CONTROL MODULE -- POWER LED’S....................................................................................................9
1.6 CONTROL MODULE -- OVER TEMP LED ...............................................................................................9
1.7 CONTROL MODULE -- CONTROL SOURCE LED’S ............................................................................9
DMX OK ............................................................................................................................................................9
1.8 CONTROL MODULE – ABN ORMAL LED DIAGNOSTICS...............................................................11
2.0 DMX-512 INPUT SNAPSHOT PROCEDURE.........................................................................................12
2.1 THE PANIC SCENE......................................................................................................................................12
2.2 THE 12 ANALOG SCENES .........................................................................................................................13
2.3 THE BACKUP SCENES ...............................................................................................................................14
3.0 I SERIES E HAND HELD TERMINAL.......................................................................................................15
3.1 I SERIES E HAND HELD TERMINAL – LOCAL MODE .......................................................................16
Getting Started...............................................................................................................................................16
Help Screen 1 .................................................................................................................................................16
Help Screen 2 .................................................................................................................................................16
Hand Held Operation Test & Verification................................................................................................16
Main Local Menu..........................................................................................................................................17
3.2 I SERIES E HHT – LOCAL MODE -- DISPLAY RACK VIEW .............................................................18
Display Rack – Main Screen.......................................................................................................................18
3.3 I SERIES E HHT – LOCAL MODE – EDIT CONFIG RACK.................................................................20
Config Rack – Main Menu...........................................................................................................................20
Config Rack – Change Rack Password ....................................................................................................21
Return to Default Settings ............................................................................................................................21
3.4 I SERIES E HHT – LOCAL MODE –HELP...............................................................................................21
3.5 I SERIES E HHT – LOCAL MODE – DIMMER VIEW ...........................................................................22
Dimmer View Menu.......................................................................................................................................22
Selecting Dimmers in the Dimmer Display................................................................................................25
3.6 I SERIES E HHT – LOCAL MODE – FORCE DIMMER –OR- DIMMER CHECK............................25
3.7 I SERIES E HHT – LOCAL MODE – DIMMER PROFILE EDITING...................................................26
Edit Screen......................................................................................................................................................26
3.8 I SERIES E HHT – LOCAL MODE – CUSTOM PATCHES ..................................................................27
To create a custom DMX patch: ..................................................................................................................27
To create a custom Luma-Net patch:.........................................................................................................27
4.0 I SERIES E HHT – REMOTE MODE – HHT CONNE CTION................................................................29
4.1 I SERIES E HHT – REMOTE MODE – RECORD LOOK .......................................................................29
4.2 I SERIES E HHT – REMOTE MODE – GO TO LOOK...........................................................................30
5.0 I SERIES E MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................................33
6.0 I SERIES E SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................34
SPECIFICATIONS: BELDEN CABLE 9829 AND 9830........................................................................................34
7.0 I SERIES E LIMITED WARRANTY..........................................................................................................35
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0.1 New Features
This software release is a bug fix and feature upgrade release. The new features added were added based on
market demand and end user requirements. The specific features added with this software release are as
follows:
1. Luma-Net 3 Support
2. Additional Fluorescent Dimming Ballast Support
a. Advance Mark X
b. Lutron Tu-Wire
c. Lutron Hi-Lume/Eco-10
d. Low Voltage, Magnetic Transformer
3. Configuration Security Features & Password system
This revise users manual includes configuration and usage information for all of the previous, modified and
new features.
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1.0 i series e Overview
The i series e and i series Quad dimmer racks are composed of three main modular components:
1. The dimmer rack chassis
2. The dimmer modules
3. The control module
The dimmer rack chassis defines the number of dimmer modules that may be installed, the power feed line
voltage, and power feed configuration of the installation.
• i series e racks are available in 96,48, and 24 dimmer channel configurations, for either 90-135 VAC or
190-260VAC power feeds, in either 3 phase - 4 wire Y plus ground or single phase 3 wire plus ground
power feed configurations, with an alternating current line frequency in the range of 47 to 63 hertz. i
series e racks have a number of bussing configurations that allow racks to be bussed together with
ratings between 10,000 and 100,000 AIC capacity depending on the configuration.
• i series quad racks are available in 48 channel and 48 or 96 channel portable dimmer configurations, for
either 90-135 VAC or 190-260VAC power feeds, in either 3 phase - 4 wire Y plus ground or single phase
3 wire plus ground power feed configurations, with an alternating current line frequency in the range of
47 to 63 hertz.
The dimmer modules define the power and filtering levels of the individual branch circuits to be controlled.
Dimmer modules of different power capacities are mechanically keyed so that dimmer modules of higher
ampacities may not be inserted in to dimmer slots wired for lower ampacities. A wide variety of dimmer and
are available.
• For 120VAC systems, i series e dimmer modules come in either dual or single channel module
configurations, with either 500micro second or 800 micro second rise times.
• For 240VAC applications, i series e dimmer modules come in either dual or single channel module
configurations, with either 350micro second or 500 micro second rise times.
• For 120VAC systems, i series quad dimmers are only available in 4 circuit 2.4KW or 1.8KW
configurations with 350 microsecond rise times.
• For 240VAC systems, i series quad dimmers are only available in 4 circuit 4.0KW configurations with
270 microsecond rise times.
It should be noted that in order for the dimmer modules to cool properly, the rack must have all the
dimmer module positions installed in the rack w ith either a dimmer module or airflow module.
The control module contains nearly all of the control electronics and generates the necessary control
signals and power necessary to control the dimmers in the rack. There are 2 different control modules for i
series e and i series quad.
• The i96/48 control module (CTP-0311e) controls i96e, i48e or i48Quad dimmer racks in all configurations.
• The i24 control module (CTP-0313e) controls i24 dimmer racks in all configurations.
Control modules are completely interchangeable within the i series e and i series quad system, as long as
they are the same type of control module as detailed above. The only selection that makes a control module
unique is the thumbwheel address setting on the front of the control modul e. All other individual
parameters for the rack are stored in the socketed serial EEPROM chips on the i series e backplane. On
power up, the control module automatically loads all the unique information from the serial EEPROMS on the
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backplane, determines the line frequency, and phase angle firing assignments. The top pair of chips in a 16
pin DIP socket (P5) permanently store all the unique information for the upper control module position. The
bottom pair of chips in a 16 pin DIP socket (P6) permanently store all the unique information for the lower
control module position. The unique information that is stored is the configuration parameters of the
control module itself, backup looks, analog submaster scenes, the panic scene, and the custom patch.
Standard patches are available by setting the address number in the range of ‘1 ‘to ‘15’. Setting the
thumbwheel to ‘0’ invokes the custom patch stored in the EEPOMS on the backplane. The thumbwheel
address positions for standard patches are the following:
Patch Assignments (DMX-512 & Luma-Net Channel Numbers)
Address # i96e / i96Quad i48e/i48Quad i24e w/JP1 In i24e w/JP1 Out
0 Custom Patch Custom Patch Custom Patch Custom Patch
1 1-96 1-48 1-24 361-384
2 97-192 49-96 25-48 385-408
3 193-288 97-144 49-72 409-432
4 289-384 145-192 73-96 433-456
5 385-480 193-240 97-120 456-480
6 481-512 241-288 121-144 481-504
7 LED solid on 289-336 145-168 505-512
8 LED solid on 337-384 169-192 LED solid on
9 LED solid on 385-432 193-216 LED solid on
10 LED solid on 433-480 217-240 LED solid on
11 LED solid on 481-512 241-264 LED solid on
12 LED solid on LED solid on 265-288 LED solid on
13 LED solid on LED solid on 289-312 LED solid on
14 LED solid on LED solid on 313-336 LED solid on
15 LED solid on LED solid on 337-360 LED solid on
In each column is given an address range. This the range of address patched from the control source
(DMX-512 or Luma-Net) to the dimmer number. Dimmer numbers are either sequential or phase balanced.
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Dimmer Numbering – Sequential vs. Phase Balanced
Regardless of configuration, dimmer slots are always numbered sequentially from the top to the bottom of
the rack. However, the default patch can be altered based on the setting of JP6. When in sequential mode,
dimmers are patched from the top to the bottom of the rack, the top dimmer module with dimmer slot
positions 1 & 2 being patched to control input numbers 1 & 2. The second module, dimmer positions 3 & 4
are patched to control input channels 3 & 4. This sequence continues until you reach the end of the rack.
In a phase balanced configuration, the dimmer slot number remains the same, however, the default patch is
that dimmer positions 1 & 2 are patched to control channels 1 & 2, 1/3 of the way down the rack where at the
top module of phase B is located, are control channels 3 & 4. 2/3 of the way down the rack where the top
module of phase C is located, you find patched control channels 5 & 6. The goal of a phase balanced
system is to better distribute sequential loading across all three phases. To further illustrate this point, see
the chart based on an i24e cabinet below:
Dimmer Slot Sequential Patch Phase-Balanced Patch Phase
1,2 1,2 1,2 A
3,4 3,4 7,8 A
5,6 5,6 13,14 A
7,8 7,8 19,20 A
9,10 9,10 3,4 B
11,12 11,12 9,10 B
13,14 13,14 15,16 B
15,16 15,16 21,22 B
17,18 17,18 5,6 C
19,20 19,20 11,12 C
21,22 21,22 17,18 C
23,24 23,24 23,24 C
With jumper JP6 on the backplane removed, the rack responds as a sequential rack, and with JP6 installed,
the rack responds as a phase balanced rack for all standard patches. The upper and lower control modules
are completely independent of each other, with completely different custom patches and configuration
information, which allows them to be connected redundantly, or to two completely different control sources.
The outputs of both control modules pile onto each other in a highest takes precedence or HTP fashion.
The remainder of this manual details the specific functions of the various indicators on the control
module(s), dimmer modules and features that are accessible with the hand held terminal option.
1.1 Violet i Light indicator (not on i24)
The violet i Light indicates the current operating status of the rack. The indications are as follows
i LIGHT ON : A dimmer is on in the rack. The fan is on medium speed.
i LIGHT OFF : All dimmers are off in the rack. The fan is off.
i LIGHT FLASHING : At least one dimmer in the rack is in an over -temp or other
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1.2 Dimmer Module Indicators – i Series e
On the front of each dimmer module are several indicators which indicate the current operating condition of
the dimmer module.
STATUS LED OFF : There is no DC power getting from the control module (s) to
the dimmer module.
STATUS LED GREEN : Normal Operation
STATUS LED YELLOW : This dimmer module is in Overtemp Warning.
STATUS LED RED : This dimmer module is in Overtemp Shutdown. The Overtemp
warning to control module is still active.
LOAD LED ON : The dimmer is on at some level. This led dims up and down
proportionally with the dimmer control level.
LOAD LED OFF : The control to this dimmer is off. The dimmer is off.
1.3 Dimmer Module Indicators – i Series quad
LOAD LED ON (GREEN): The dimmer is on at some level. This led dims up and down
proportionally with the dimmer control level.
LOAD LED OFF : The control to this dimmer is off. The dimmer is off.
LOAD LED’s YELLOW : Over temperature Warning
LOAD LED’s RED : Over temperature Shutdown
1.4 Control Module -- Normal LED BOOT Sequence
The LED’s on the front of the control module can be used to determine the status of the dimmer rack “boot”
process.
1.) PHASE A LED On - Main processor has booted, & made it though the ram check.
2.) Diagnostics LED On - Starting the boot sequence
3.) Analog LED Blinking - Main processor waking up B processor (U19).
4.) Phase B LED turns on. - B Processor has booted & is OK
5.) Analog LED Blinking. - Main processor waking up C processor (U28).
6.) Phase C LED turns on. - C Processor has booted & is OK
7.) Analog LED Blinking. - Main processor is reading backplane configuration and is
initializing dimmer control for main loop.
8.) Reset LED turns off. - Main processor has completed its initializations.
9.) Diagnostics LED turns off. - Boot Sequence Complete.
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1.5 Control Module -- Power LED’s
The Phase A, B, & C LED’s indicate the status of the power feed to the rack. The possible conditions are as
follows:
Phase LE D ON The indicated phase is within the specified operating voltage
of between 90-135V or 200-260V.
Phase LED OFF The power source on the indicated Phase is either too low, or
non-existent.
Phase LED FLASHING The power source on the indicated Phase is too high
(above either 135V or 260V)
1.6 Control Module -- Over Temp LED
OVERTEMP LED ON : At least one dimmer in the rack is in an overtemp warning
condition. The fan has been switched to maximum speed. The i
Light should be blinking.
OVERTEMP LED OFF: All dimmers in the rack are operating within the normal
operating temperature specifications.
1.7 Control Module -- Control Source LED’s
The control source LED’s on the front of the module indicate the status of the DMX & Analog control
sources.
DMX OK
LED OFF: A valid DMX signal is not being received.
LED STUCK ON: A valid DMX signal is being received but the thumbwheel
Address is set too high to decode any dimmers. For default
patches, the thumbwheel address starts at 1, and increments in
96 channel blocks for a 96 rack, and 48 channel blocks for a 48
rack.
LED BLINKING : Valid DMX -512 signal is being received.
VERY FAST …(1/10th second): Default sequential thumbwheel patch
( DMX dimmer 1 starts at thumbwheel position 1 )
JP6 jumper removed on back plane forces sequential patch
FAST & BRIGHT, ( ½ second): Default phase balanced thumbwheel patch
( DMX dimmer 1 starts at thumbwheel position 1 )
JP6 installed on backplane forces phase balanced patch.
SLOW …….(2 seconds): Custom Patch read from backplane. Thumbwheel set to 0.
ANALOG LED
LED OFF : All analog levels are off. (below 6%)
LED ON : At least one analog input is above 6%.
BACKUP LED
LED OFF : All backup scenes are off.
LED ON : A backup scene is active.
PANIC LED
LED OFF : The panic scene is off.
LED ON: The panic scene is active.
FLASHING ALTERNATE WITH : Control Module is in Emergency Mode. This is
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THE DIAGNOSTIC, LED caused by a +12VDC source driving JPE1 (+) and JPE2 (-).
Emergency mode causes only the panic sc ene to be activated.
All other input control sources are disabled.
DIAGNOSTIC LED
LED ON : For Version 1.2 software, the diagnostic led only comes on:
*During the boot sequence
*When a button has been pressed on the Hand Held Remote.
When the control module is in DMX snapshot record mode
and searching the analog inputs and the panic input to
snapshot the DMX scene. During this mode, light levels drop
to ½ of their previous intensity.
*When the control module is in Emergency Mode. In
Emergency mode the diagnostic LED flashes alternate the
Panic LED.
LED OFF : Normal operating mode
RESET LED
LED ON : One of the 3 processors is in a reset condition.
LED OFF : All 3 processors have initialized and are running code.
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1.8 Control Module – Abnormal LED Diagnostics
There are several other Led conditions which the control module LED’s will indicate which are not directly
indicated by their nomenclature. They are as follows:
LED’s won’t light at all : No power to rack, or no power to control module.
Pull the control module. This will turn on the fan to full if there
is power to the rack. Check the 3 phase power harness that
connects the control module drawer to the side of the rack.
The 3 Phase LED’s chase. The Line frequency is out of specification. Displayed on HHR.
Line power frequency has to be between 47-63hz.
LED’s blink briefly, then nothing. Main Processor (U5)not getting through RAM check.
[Repeats]
LED’s blink briefly, then RED Main Processor (U5)not booting properly.
Phase A LED comes on. [Repeats]
LED’s blink briefly, then RED Main Processor booting properly
Phase A LED comes on. Analog Led B Processor (U19) not booting properly.
Blinks at least once. [Repeats]
LED’s blink briefly, then RED Main Processor booting pr operly
Phase A LED comes on. Analog Led B Processor booting properly
blinks. Phase B LED comes on.
Analog LED blinks at least once. C Processor (U28) not booting properly
[Repeats]
After All three processors boot, Feeder Line voltage is too high.
One or more of the power led’s flash. [above 135VAC for a 120VAC system]
[above 260VAC for a 240VAC system]
After All three processors boot, Feeder Line voltage is too low or off.
One or more of the power led’s [below 90VAC for a 120VAC system]
turn off. [below 190VAC for a 240VAC system]
After All 3 processors boot, the
Diagnostics led stays lit, along The main processor can’t get the configuration from the
with the 3 Power LED’s, but the backplane. It will try to read the backplane for about 30
control module runs a circular chase seconds, then it will give up and will process normally
pattern between DMX OK,ANALOG, the default thumbwheel DMX -512 patch settings [1-15].
PANIC, AND BACKUP for about Custom patches and snapshot scenes will not be available.
30 seconds then operates normally.
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2.0 DMX-512 Input Snapshot Procedure
The i series e Control Module has the ability to store scenes in the rack itself. The scenes are saved from a
snapshot picture taken of the levels coming in on the DMX -512 control line. When the record sequence is
triggered, the Scene is copied from the DMX -512 input and stored in the EEPROM on the backplane of the
control module. This means that scenes always remain with the rack, even if you swap control m odules. The
three different types of scenes pile-onto each other with the DMX -512 input in a Highest Takes Precedence
[HTP] fashion. There are 3 types of scenes:
2.1 The Panic Scene
The procedure to record and activate the panic scene is to connect a Remembrance Panic Station (CTP-8-
1022) or Remembrance Entry Station (CTP-8-1021) to the panic circuitry on the i series e control module
backplane. Connect as described below. These signals should be Daisy-chained between racks.
[ COM of Remembrance station ] connects to [ GND of TB1 on i series e Backplane ]
[ V+ of Remembrance station ] connects to [ +12VUR of TB1 on i series e Backplane ]
[ T/C of Remembrance station ] connects to [ T/C of TB2 on i series e Backplane ]
[ VOUT of Remembrance station ] connects to [ PANICB (MAINT) of TB1 on i series e Backplane ]
DMX Snapshot Record Mode for the Panic input - Procedure:
• Activate the scene to be recorded on the DMX -512 input port.
• De-activate the Analog Inputs and any Backup Scenes to make sure the scene is correct.
• Push and hold the Panic or ON/OFF button in the on position [ the led will light] for about 2 minutes.
• When the control module enters the snapshot mode, the lights will dim proportionally by 50%, and the
Diagnostics LED on the control module will light.
• Continue holding the Panic or ON/OFF button until the lights return to their original intensity.
• Wait 10 more seconds for all control modules to exit record mode.
• Release the button.
• Test the record sequence by placing a blackout scene on the DMX -512 input port. Press the Panic or
ON/OFF button. The scene will activate.
• To disable the scene from being re-recorded accidentally, disconnect the T/C termination between the
Entry or Panic station(s) and the dimmer rack(s). The wire can be m oved from T/C to the blank
termination next to T/C.
When the panic scene is active, the PANIC LED on the control module will light up.
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2.2 The 12 Analog Scenes
The procedure to record and activate one or more of the analog scenes is to connect a Remembrance
Analog Station (CTP-8-1001 through CTP-8-1012) to the input circuitry on the i series e control module
backplane. Connect as described below. These signals should be Daisy-chained between racks.
[ COM of Remembrance station ] connects to [ COM of TB4 on i series e Backplane ]
[ V+ of Remembrance station ] connects to [ +V of TB4 on i series e Backplane ]
[ T/C of Remembrance station ] connects to [ T/C of TB2 on i series e Backplane ]
[ A1 through A12 of Remembrance station ] connects to [ A1 through A12 of TB4 ] on i series e Backplane
DMX Snapshot Record Mode:
• Activate the scene to be recorded on the DMX -512 input port. (usually from the control console).
• De-activate the Panic Input and any Backup Scenes to make sure the scene is right.
• If you desire a programmable fade time to be associated to the analog input, then patch DMX -512
dimmer channels 511 & 512 to the same control channel source (like the last channel on your console),
and set the fade time according to table below. A 10% level difference between DMX -512 channels 511
and 512 will cause the control module to treat the 2 levels as lighting levels as opposed to fade times.
Each analog input scene has its own fade time associated with it. Fade times operate as a damping
factor for analog pot station inputs, but operate as a fade time when connected to the VOUT of an
entry station.
Approximate Fade Times
Full = 100 seconds
98% = 30 seconds
95%= 30 seconds
93% = 20 seconds
90 %= 9 seconds
80 %= 8 seconds
70% = 7 seconds
60% = 6 seconds
50% = 5 seconds
40% = 4 seconds
30% = 3 seconds
20% = 2 seconds
10% =1 second
0% = instantaneous
• Go to the Analog Station. Slide all the channel faders to off. Slide the master fader to full. Push and hold
the ON/OFF button in the on position with the led will lit, for about 5 seconds.
• When the control module enters DMX snapshot mode, the lights will dim proportionally by 50%, and
the Diagnostics LED on the control module will light.
• Slide up the channel fader that is to save the current live scene.
• Continue holding the ON/OFF button while the lights return to their original intensity.
• Wait 2 more seconds for all control modules to exit record mode.
• Release the ON/OFF button.
• Test the record sequence by placing a blackout scene on the DMX -512 input port. Fade up the newly
recorded scene on the channel fader (the ON/OFF LED should be lit and the Master fader set at full)
The scene will activate.
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• To disable the scene from being re-recorded accidentally, disconnect the T/C termination between the
analog station(s) and the dimmer rack(s). The wire can be moved from T/C to the blank termination next
to T/C. It’s a good idea to put a T/C label on the wire.
When any analog input is active [ above 6% ], the ANALOG LED on the control module will light up.
2.3 The Backup Scenes
Recording and Activating backup scenes requires a Hand Held Remote. 100 timed backup scenes (00
through 99) can be recorded and activated using the Hand Held Remote connected to the HHR remote port
on TB2 of the backplane. Refer to section 4 for more HHT remote mode operational details.
To record backup looks:
• All 6 of the HHR connections on TB2 (HHTXD,HHTXD-,HHRXD,HHRXD-,HH+12V,GND) need to be
daisy chained between racks before they are run to the remote receptacle locati on(s). Only one HHR
may be plugged into the system at a time.
• Each of the control modules first needs to have a unique rack and control module position identity
assigned to it. This is accomplished by plugging into each control module, which places the control
module in LOCAL mode. Then press [CONFIG RACK],[RACK],[CONFIG RACK], and enter in the
associated rack and control module locations in the system. Rack #’s must begin at rack 1 upper (^)
control module. The [UP] keyswitch selects the upper or “^” control module and the [DOWN]
keyswitch selects the lower or “v” control module.
• You must have a rack 1 upper control module assigned in the system as this is the module that does
most of the talking in the REMOTE mode.
• It is a good idea at this point to check and/or edit the other parameters within the Rack Configuration
menu like the DMX dropout hold time.
• When all the settings have been completed, plug into a remote receptacle location. The best location
would be at the control booth.
• Bring up the desired scene on the console.
• Press [REC LOOK] twice on the HHR.
• Enter the look number and fade time for the true dipless cross fade.
• Press [ENTER] twice.
• The [UP] key will increment to the next look #.
• The [DOWN] will decrement to the previous look #.
• The [ENTER] key will step through entry fields.
• The [BACK] softkey will escape back to the previous entry field or menu.
• Press the [BACK] softkey as many times as necessary to return to the main menu when complete.
To play backup looks:
• Plug the HHR into a remote receptacle location.
• From the main menu, or after plugging the HHR into the receptacle station and after HHR boot, press
the [GO TO LOOK] key twice.
• Enter the # of the desired look you wish to fade to. Note that the backup looks will HTP pile-onto all the
active analog scenes, the panic scene if activated, and the active DMX -512 scene.
• Press [GO] to begin the true dipless crossfade sequence.
• During the crossfade, if the [STOP/REV] is pressed once, the cross fade will pause (stop).
• To continue the crossfade press [GO].
• To reverse the crossfade press [STOP/REV].
• The control modules will auto-increment to the next scene on completion of the cross fade.
• Press [GO] to execute the next crossfade, or [ENTER] to change the next scenes fade time, or completely
change the next backup look # .
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3.0 i series e Hand Held Terminal
There are two operating modes for the i series e Hand Held Terminal (HHT):
Local Mode (HHT plugged into the front connector of the control module)
Remote Mode ( HHT connected through the Back plane Terminal Block TB2 )
Local Mode is used for the following purposes:
Rack Configuration
• To view the software version of the control module.
• To configure and view the control module position and rack number
• For remote mode operation (this is not the thumbwheel setting)
• To view the line frequency setting
• To configure and view the incoming line power voltages,
• To configure and view the DMX hold time setting
• To configure and view the line regulation mode.
• To manage security features
• To configure or reset to factory default configuration
• To set global parameters (applies to all dimmer positions)
Dimmer Configuration
• To view and edit the control module custom patch
• To softpatch any DMX -512 dimmer channel to any dimmer position in the rack.
• To softpatch any Luma-Net control channel to any dimmer position in the rack.
• To view dimmer control levels and HTP source on a dimmer per dimmer basis.
• To view and edit maximum and minimum levels
• To view and set unregulated non-dims.
• To force a dimmer to a contr ol level and bypass all other control inputs (dimmer check)
• To view and setup fluorescent dimming
Control Module Status
• To view control module status (OK, emergency, overtemp warning, backplane error)
• To view the DMX -512 input status
• To view the analog inputs status
• To view the backup input status
• To view the panic input status
• To view the Luma-Net input status
Remote Mode is used for the following purposes:
• Recording backup looks from the DMX -512 signal input
• Playing backup looks
Important Note: Only one HHT may be plugged into the HHT wiring system at a time.
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3.1 i series e Hand Held Terminal – Local Mode
Getting Started . To get started using your Hand Held Terminal (HHT), go to a powered up i series e dimmer
rack and plug your Hand Held Term inal into the front of a control module. Please note that only one HHT
may be plugged into the HHT wiring system at a time. After the control module powers up and beeps, press
any key.
The HHT is used by viewing a sequence of screens. These screens allows you to view and in some
circumstance change the configuration of the dimmer racks.
The first screen you see after the control module is activated and through it’s boot sequence are two help
screens. These screens are designed to give you some basic information about the use of the HHT….just
enough to get you going.
Help Screen 1
T e x t i n ‘ Q U O T E S ‘
r e f e r s t o k e y p a d
s w i t c h e s . T o c o n t i n u e
r e s s a n y k e y .
The Hand Held Terminal (HHT) utilizes a convention called soft keys. There are three softkeys, and they are
buttons [S1], [S2], and [S3] on the top of the keypad. The function of the softkeys is defined by the bottom
row of LCD text that is in brackets above each of the softkeys. If there is no text in brackets on the bottom
LCD row above the softkey, then that softkey does not have a function for that particular menu.
Help Screen 2
L o w e r r o w [ L C D t e x t ]
d e f i n e s f u n c t i o n o f
[ S 1 ] [ S 2 ] [ S 3 ]
P r e s s a n y k e y .
All text in the square brackets [ ] within the LCD menus refer to a key or softkey [S1] [S2] [S3] entry.
Additionally, throughout this users guide, the convention is that any button press on the keypad is
referenced by the name of the button within brackets. For example, if you were being directed to press the
config rack button, it would be so indicated as [CONFIG RACK], where the label on the button is within
square brackets.
If we’re instructing you to activate one of the three soft key buttons as discussed in help screen #2, they
will be so indicated as (STAT) which from the main rack information screen is available from [S2]. Pressing
the button labeled [S2] activates the soft key (STAT) which actually shows you the current operating status
of the rack.
To skip these 2 help screens the next time you use the HHT, press [CONFIG RACK] as soon as the HHT
powers up. This will cause the HHT to jump to the main display menu.
Hand Held Operation Test & Verification
Next, lets check to see if your HHT is configured properly. Press and hold the [2] key switch. When a
control module receives a valid keyswitch entry from the HHT, it turns on the diagnostic LED. Look at the
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diagnostic LED on the control module. Does the LED flicker very rapidly ? If so, then your hand held
R A C K
V A = 1 2 4
terminal is configured properly, therefore skip down to the next paragraph. If it blinks slowly (about once per
second) then your hand-held remote is not configured properly for operating with version 1.2 or later
software, so please call (503) 404-5500 and ask to speak to a tech services representative. They will walk you
through the i series e HHT configuration procedure.
You should now be at the main local menu which is:
Main Local Menu
i S E R I E S E 1 . 5 L O C A L
0 1 ^ C M 6 0 H Z
V B = 1 2 5 V C = 1 2 2
[ R A C K ] [ S T A T ] [ D I M S ]
Maybe the control module's not configured as expected. Parameters like the rack number, control module
position, and line voltage range are set later in this manual. The following outline details the display values
and their functional descriptions.
Display Description
i series e Product Identification.
V1.5 Current software version. If it reads V1.0 or V1.1, then you need a software upgrade
before proceeding further.
Rack// Default rack number. If no one has set up the HHT configuration before, then this is what
you'll see. Don't worry. It's only really applicable in remote mode for the HHT to operate
properly. If someone has already configured the rack it will probably display RACK 01,
RACK 02 or something with a logical number association.
^CM or Upper Control Module
vCM Lower Control Module
50hz or Power Line Frequency. Determined by software.
60hz
VA=124V Don't worry if the line voltage setting is displayed in the wrong range for now.
VB=125V It won't hurt anything. The control module doesn't care if it is operating
VC=122V within the range of 90-135VAC or 190-260VAC. The Voltage display range is set by a bit
that is read in from the eeprom on the backplane.
[RACK] [S1]softkey function. Go to rack configuration menu
[STAT] [S2]softkey function. Go to status Menu
[DIMS] [S3]softkey function. Go to dimmer configuration menu
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3.2 i series e HHT – Local Mode -- Display Rack View
Press (RACK) or [S1] from the main menu. The LCD screen will then display the following:
Display Rack – Main Screen
D I S P L A Y R A C K # 0 1
U P P E R C O N T R O L M O D U L E
V O L T A C S Y S T E M
[ M O R E ] [ H E L P ] [ B A C K ]
This screen is showing you the current global settings of the control module:
Display Rack #01
Default rack number. If no one has set up the HHT configuration before, then this is probably what you'll
see. If someone has already configured the rack it will probably display 01, 02 or something with a logical
number association.
Upper Control Module
Indicates that you are viewing configuration of either the “upper” or “lower” contr ol module. If the
displayed value is incorrect, it should be changed in configuration mode.
120 Volt System
Indicates the current system voltage, either 120V or 240V.
Pressing the (MORE ) soft key gives you the next screen which shows the following rack settings:
DMX Hold Time = 0 min
This is the amount of time the control module will hold the last DMX packet it received before fading to
black. A [0] hold time will cause the control module to hold the last packet for about five seconds and then
fade to black. A[5] minute hold time will cause the control module to save the last dmx packet for 5 minutes
and then fade to black. A[ 9] minute hold time will cause the control module to save the last dmx packet for 9
minutes and then fade to black. An [i] minute(infinite) fade time is set by the [FL] key when in configuration
mode, and will cause the control module to hold the last dmx packet forever. Valid values are 0-9 minutes, or
i for infinite.
Line Regulation=SLOW
The choices are [FAST] , [SLOW] and [OFF]. Line regulation is a feature that attempts to compensate for
incoming power feeder fluctuations. The control module monitors the voltage of the incoming line and
compensates for line surges and sags over the course of several dozen cycles. Examples of the normal
application for line regulation:
Brown Out. Lets say during the course of your show, the incoming power line drifts down
from 120VAC to 113VAC. Lights that are under dimmer control under 109 Volts will
automatically "dim up"to compensate for the power line sagging down. This will cause
your lights at half intensity, or about 84VAC RMS, to remain at 84VAC. If the line goes
back up, even higher perhaps, the output at half intensity should remain at about
84VAC. The lights that are on at full however, will dim down as the power line sags
because the are already dimmed up as far as they can be.
Boosted Power Feed. Some installations feed the dimmer racks with a "Hot" power feed of
about 125 to 130VAC RMS. This is done so that if the power feed is hot enough to
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compensate for the voltage drop across the dimmer (most stage dimmers have about 5
VAC RMS across them at full) and any sags the feeders may experience during the course
of a show. The Control Module will use this extra voltage to it's advantage to maintain
115VAC at full intensity. If the line surges up from 126 to 133VAC the control module will
dim down the dimmer level at full intensity so the output stays at 115VAC.
[FAST[ line regulation averages 64 power cycle measurements and compensates the
firing angles (turn on times) of the dimmers as a result of the running average.
[SLOW] line regulation averages 256 power cycle measurements and compensates the
firing angles (turn on times) of the dimmers as a result of the running average. SLOW line
regulation is recommended for installations with highly erratic power fluctuations,
because there have been case where fast line regulation compensates too quickly, and
affects the incoming line voltage, which causes another dimmer compensation, which
causes the feeder voltage to change, which all ends up as dimmer flickering.
[OFF] this will turn off the line regulation feedback. The control module will dim as if the
power were set at 120VAC. The firing angles will not be affected by voltage fluctuations
in the incoming line.
Press (BACK) or (MORE) allows you navigate through the remainder of the rack setting screens. The
additional status options on the rest of the screens are as follows:
System MAX Level or System MIN Level
Shows the currently set maximum/minimum output level (in percent) of all dimmers in the rack.
Non-Dim Cutoff Lvl
Shows the currently set level for dimmers defined with the “non-dim” curve. (See dimmer curves later on in
this manual) When the control channel is below the cutoff level, the dimmer will shut off. For example, by
default the non-dim cutoff level is set to 40 or 40%. If the control channel is at 41%-100%, the dimmer will be
on. If the control channel is at 0%-40%, the dimmer will be off
HiLume Cutoff Lvl
Mark X Cutoff Lvl
TuWire Cutoff Lvl
LV Mag Cutoff Lvl
Shows cutoff levels for all of the above source types, HiLume, Mark X & Tu-Wire Fluorescent dimming
ballasts, and low voltage circuits run through a magnetic transformer. All of these loads have unique
operating characteristics which require a low end cutoff.
Luma-Net Restore
Shows whether or not the Luma-Net restore option is activated (ON) or disabled (OFF).
DMX512 START
LUMA-NET START
Shows the current start address for the DMX512 and Luma-Net input sources
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3.3 i series e HHT – Local Mode – Edit Config Rack
To change rack configuration options for this control module, you first enter configuration mode and then
page through the screens and make your changes. The configuration screens ar e laid out the same as the
display rack screens as discussed in chapter 3.2. To enter rack configuration mode, follow the following
procedure:
1. From the main local menu, press the (RACK) softkey
(if you are not at the main local menu, either use the (BAC K) button to return, or simply unplug and
re-plug in the HHT)
2. Press (RACK)
3. Press [CONFIG RACK]
E D I T R A C K C O N F I G
E n t e r S e t u p C o d e
X X X X
[ B A C K ]
4. Enter the password / setup code (factory default is 0000)
The Config Rack menu should now be visible on the LCD Display.
Config Rack – Main Menu
E D I T R A C K # # 0 1
U P P E R C O N T R O L M O D U L E
V O L T A C S Y S T E M
[ M O R E ] [ H E L P ] [ B A C K ]
The difference between configuration mode and display mode is that in configuration mode you have a
cursor which is blinking at it’s current location. To move from field to field within the configuration screens,
press the [ENTER] button. To change values, either use the [UP][DOWN] buttons to select from a list or
enter the numeric value with the number pad.
Using the (MORE) and (BACK) buttons you toggle through the same menu’s as when in display mode,
however, you’re able to change values using the [ENTER] button to move between fields, and [UP][DOWN]
or the keypad to change values.
When in configuration mode, if you make a mistake when entering a value, press the (BACK) soft key. This
works like an ‘undo” and will not save your changes. Alternatively, pressing the enter or (MORE) key will
save your changes.
Two additional screens are available when in rack configuration mode which are not available in rack display
mode. These screens are accessed by pressing the (MORE) button past the cutoff level screens.
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Config Rack – Change Rack Password
To change the rack security/setup password, follow this procedure:
1. Enter rack configuration mode as discussed above.
2. Press the (MORE) soft key until you get to the setup code screen.
3. Enter the new password.
E D I T R A C K # 0 1
E n t e r N E W S e t u p C o d e
0 0 0 0
[ M O R E ] [ B A C K ]
Return to Default Settings
The second screen which is available in config mode which is not available in display mode is the “return to
factory default” settings screen.
The factory default looks at the phase -balanced jumper on the backplane (JP6 – in = phase balanced, out =
sequential) and loads DMX and Luma-Net channel numbers for the entire rack based on the gl obal start
addresses of 1. Other factory default components are indicated above and below. Unlike current software all
configuration elements are set to some default.
To return to factory default settings:
1. Enter rack configuration mode as discussed above.
2. Press the (MORE) soft key until you get to the factory default setup screen
3. Press the (FACTORY) softkey
I n i t i a l i z e E E p r o m
F A C T O R Y f o r d e f a u l t
s y s t e m s e t t i n g s
[ F A C T O R Y ] [ B A C K ]
4. You will now see the following screen
If you chose FACTORY the HHT will display the following.
E E p r o m w i l l b e s e t
t o F A C T O R Y d e f a u l t ! !
‘ E N T E R ‘ t o p r o c e e d
A n y o t h e r k e y E X I T
EXIT will return to the previous screen. ENTER will cause the EEProm to be erased and the factory default
values to be loaded. During this time nothing appears to be happening and then after several seconds the
HHT screen goes blank. The default is now loaded. Proceed as if you had just plugged in the HHT by
pressing any key.
3.4 i series e HHT – Local Mode –Help
Several help screens are available to walk users through setting the rack configuration parameters and give
you additional basic information. The screens are enabled by pressing the (HELP) soft -key when navigating
through the displays.
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3.5 i series e HHT – Local Mode – Dimmer View
D M X
D M X =
M= 0 1
W*
DMX f MA X = F L s MI
DMX = 0 0 1 MK X
M= 0 0 0 1 [ E D I
M= 0 1
W*
MA X = F L s MI
DMX = 0 0 1 MK X
M= 0 0 0 1 [ E D I
M= 0 1
W*
MA X = F L s MI
DMX = 0 0 1 MK X
M= 0 0 0 1 [ E D I
Go to the main local menu. Assuming this control module has been set for rack 01 upper control module ,
120VAC system, on a 60hz line, you will see the following:
To enter the dimmer view:
1. From the main local menu, select (DIMS)
You will see the screen below:
Dimmer View Menu
D I M = 0 1 * V I E W * L V L = 0 0
f M A X = F L s M I N = 0 0 s
0 0 1 M K X L U M = 0 0 0 1
[ E D I T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
Here is a description of the items on this display and their meanings:
D I
This is the dimmer slot position in the rack to which the information shown on this screen applies. Dimmer
slot positions are numbered sequentially from top to bottom in the rack. DIMMER = 01 is the top load lug
position in the rack. DIMMER = 96 is the bottom load lug position in a i96e rack; or DIMMER = 48 is the
bottom load lug position in a i48e rack; or DIMMER = 24 is the bottom load lug position in an i24e rack
D I
DMX f
This is the current level that the dimmer is at (0 to 100%). 100% is indicated by FL for
FULL.
D I
DMX f
This indicator field shows where the controlling source is coming from for a particular dimmer. Please note
that all the control source inputs (except Luma-Net) pile-onto each other in a highest takes precedence
fashion. Luma-Net is a last action process including when transferring to Luma-Net from other control
sources. The following display fields are possible:
DMX The control level from the DMX -512 input has created the highest level.
LUM The control level from the Luma-Net input has created the last action level
A1 The control level from analog input submaster 1 has created the highest level.
A2 The control level from analog input submaster 2 has created the highest level.
A3 The control level from analog input submaster 3 has created the highest level.
A4 The control level from analog input submaster 4 has created the highest level.
A5 The control level from analog input submast er 5 has created the highest level.
A6 The control level from analog input submaster 6 has created the highest level.
A7 The control level from analog input submaster 7 has created the highest level.
* V I E
T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
* V I E
T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
* V I E
T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
L V L = 0 0
N = 0 0 s
L U
L V L = 0 0
N = 0 0 s
L U
L V L = 0 0
N = 0 0 s
L U
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A8 The control level from analog input submaster 8 has created the highest level.
M= 0 1
W*
DMX
MA X = F L s MI
DMX = 0 0 1 MK X
M= 0 0 0 1 [ E D I
M= 0 1
W*
DMX f
MA X = F L
MI
DMX = 0 0 1 MK X
M= 0 0 0 1 [ E D I
M= 0 1
W*
DMX f MA X = F L
MI
MK X
M= 0 0 0 1 [ E D I
M= 0 1
W*
DMX f MA X = F L s
MI
DMX = 0 0 1 MK X
M= 0 0 0 1 [ E D I
A9 The control level from analog input submaster 9 has created the highest level.
A10 The control level from analog input submaster 10 has created the highest level.
A11 The control level from analog input submaster 11 has created the highest level.
A12 The control level from analog input submaster 12 has created the highest level.
PAN The control level from the active panic scene has created the highest level.
BKP The control level from the active backup scene has created the highest level.
D I
f
* V I E
T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
L V L = 0 0
N = 0 0 s
L U
The small “f” indicates that Luma-Net is providing readback (feedback) to the control stations. It usually
appears at the end of the Luma-Net address as it is a Luma-Net function. In this screen there is no room
there so it appears after the controlling signal source.
D I
* V I E
T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
L V L = 0 0
s
L U
N = 0 0 s
This is the maximum level the dimmer will ever go to, regardless whether any of the control inputs tell it to go
higher. This feature is useful for extending lamp life, for chandelier circuits or other places where bulb
replacement is awkward. A maximum output setting of 85% will increase the lamp life of most incandescent
lamps by a factor of 10. The standard patches (address thumb-wheel positions 1-15) force this value to full.
If you which to change this value, then you must first enter a custom patch for the rack (see section 2.31).
When you are finished, select the custom patch using thumb-wheel address 0, which will enable maximum
levels, m inimum levels, and non-dims
Note: If the selected dimmer curve contains a cutoff value, the MAX=FL & MIN=00 spaces will be replaced
with CUTOFF=02 indicating that the cutoff is at 2%.
D I
DMX = 0 0 1
* V I E
T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
L V L = 0 0
s
L U
N = 0 0 s
The small “s” indicates that the value assigned to the dimmer displayed is the same as the global (system wide) value. If the value is changed here the “s” will disappear. If the global value is then changed this value
will remain. To re-unite this value with the global value, change this value to match the current global value.
The “s” will reappear.
D I
* V I E
T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
L V L = 0 0
L U
N = 0 0 s
This is the minimum level the dimmer will ever go to, regardless whether any of the control inputs tell it to go
lower. This feature is useful for extending lamp life by eliminating the shock of cold tungsten inrushes, and
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is also excellent for decreasing lamp response delay when using bump buttons on the control console. The
M= 0 1
W*
DMX f MA X = F L s MI
MK X
M= 0 0 0 1 [ E D I
M= 0 1
W*
DMX f MA X = F L s MI
DMX = 0 0 1
MK X
M= 0 0 0 1 [ E D I
M= 0 1
W*
DMX f MA X = F L s MI
DMX = 0 0 1 MK X
M= 0 0 0 1
standard patches (address thumb-wheel positions 1-15) force this value to off. If you which to change this
value, then you must first enter a custom patch for the rack (see section 2.31). When you are finished, select
the custom patch using thumb-wheel address 0, which will enable maximum levels, minimum levels, and nondims.
Note: If the selected dimmer curve contains a cutoff value, the MAX=FL & MIN=00 spaces will be replaced
with CUTOFF=02 indicating that the cutoff is at 2%.
D I
DMX = 0 0 1
* V I E
T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
L V L = 0 0
N = 0 0 s
L U
This is the DMX control channel that the current dimmer slot is patched to. This value is determined from
the thumb-wheel address setting, the phase balanced or sequential jumper setting JP6 on the i series e
BACK PLANE (installed = phase balanced / removed = sequential), or in the case of thumb-wheel address
position 0, the DMX channel is determined from the custom patch stored on the eeprom of the back -plane.
D I
* V I E
T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
L V L = 0 0
N = 0 0 s
L U
This space containing “MKX” indicates the type of dimmer curve assigned to the dimmer indicated, in this
case Mark X. If this space is blank the curve is for the NORMAL square-law dimmer. See the section below
on dimming curves for more details.
D I
[ E D I T ] [ F O R C E ] [ B A C K ]
* V I E
L V L = 0 0
N = 0 0 s
L U
LUM=0001 setting similar to the DMX=001 setting indicates which Luma-Net control channel that the
current dimmer slot is patched to. This value is determined from the thumb-wheel address setting, the phase
balanced or sequential jumper setting JP6 on the i series e BACKPLANE (installed = phase balanced /
removed = sequential), or in the case of thumb-wheel address position 0, the Luma-Net channel is
determined from the custom patch stored on the eeprom of the back -plane.
Now that we’ve covered the information which is shown on this screen, let’s take a quick look at the three
available Softkeys:
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(EDIT) Selection of this soft-key enters into the custom patch menu. (See section below on
editing dimmer information)
(FORCE ) Selection of this soft-key enters into the force dimmer (dimmer check) menu.
See section 2.40
(BACK ) Return to main local menu
Selecting Dimmers in the Dimmer Display
To change the dimmer slot of which you are viewing data, from the view menu type in on the keypard the
dimmer slot which you desire. Remember, dimmers are number from the top to the bottom of the rack
regardless of the patch. A [0] [5] entry will show you the levels and settings for dimmer slot 5. A [9][5]
entry will show you the levels and settings for dimmer 95. You may press the [UP] or [DOWN] keys to step
through the dimmer positions in the rack.
3.6 i series e HHT – Local Mode – Force Dimmer –or- Dimmer Check
A dimmer check can be used any time you want to “force” the level of a dimmer to a particular point
disregarding the instructions of any incoming control signal. To perform a dimmer check, from the dimmer
view menu, press the (FORCE) button. You will see the following screen:
F O R C E D I M M E R # =
[ A T ] =
[ B A C K ]
To force a dimmer to a control level, follow the flashing box cursor:
1. The cursor will first prompt you for the most significant dimmer slot digit. After you enter the ‘tens’
digit, enter the ‘ones’ digit. Remember, these are the dimmer positions within the rack, not the DMX
channels they are patched to.
Follow the prompt and enter the control level. As soon as you enter the second control level digit, the
dimmer for will go to that level, and the cursor will jump back up to the most significant dimmer slot number
digit.
From this point, you can perform the following actions:
• The control level will decrease by approximately 10% each time the [DOWN] key is pressed,
• The control level will increased by approximately 10% each time the [UP] key is pressed.
• The [NEXT] soft key will increment to the next dimmer number, while keeping the current control
level active.
• The [LAST] soft key will decrement the dimmer slot number, while keeping the current control level
active.
The dimmer will go to the FORCE level except when:
1. There is a second control module on line. If a second control module is plugged in and
driving the dimmer circuit you wish to control, the force dimmer level will pile-onto the other
control modules’ drive level in a highest takes precedence (HTP) fashion.
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2. Test switch latched on for i series Quad dimmers. If the Quad circuit you wish to control is
C R V = N O R M A L
activated by the latching test switch on the dimmer module itself, then the FORCE dimmer
menu will not be able to control this dimmer.
With these functions, one can quickly step through all the dimmers in the rack, or set a specific dimmer to a
specific control level. To exit the FORCE dimmer menu, press [BACK] while the cursor is flashing on the
most significant dimmer slot # digit. The active forced dimmer will return to it’s normal control level. Unplugging the hand-held will also return the forced dimmer back to its normal control level.
3.7 i series e HHT – Local Mode – Dimmer Profile Editing
To edit any of the setting on a per -dimmer slot basis, from the dimmer view screen, you follow the following
procedure:
1. From the dimmer view screen, press the (EDIT) softkey.
2. Review the help message, and press any key to continue
3. Enter the setup code/password as requested
4. You now will be in the edit dimmer slot screen, editing dimmer slot #1.
5. Make all desired changes per the information below
6. Press (BACK) to initiate the process of saving changes
7. You will be asked if you want to save all changes to the backplane. You have the following
choices:
a. [YES] , all the custom patch data you created in RAM will be written to the EEPROM
on the backplane, which will keep the custom patch you created forever.
b. [NO], then the changes you made stay in RAM and are available as long as the
control module remains powered up, but as soon as the control module is powered
down, the changes are lost. Powering up the module will automatically load in the
saved custom patch configuration from the EEPROM on the backplane. If you
accidentally entered [NO] when you really meant to enter [YES], then just press
[EDIT] again to get into the edit menu, then [BACK] again to exit the edit menu, and
this time press [YES] . The hand held screen will note that it is saving the changes.
When editing dimmers, you have the following options:
To edit a different dimmer slot, enter the number into the DIM # field
To move between fields, use the [ENTER] key
Edit Screen
E D I T D I M # = 0 1 D M X = 0 0 1
L U M = 0 0 0 1 f
M A X = F L s M I N = 0 0 s
[ B A C K ]
As one steps through the edit screen to CRV (curve) the following soft keys appear.
[ N E X T ] [ N O R M A L ] [ B A C K ]
Pressing the NEXT soft key will scroll through changes to the NORMAL soft key as follows:
NORMAL – standard square-law incandescent dimmer curve with fully-adjustable min and max level. Max at
0 locks the dimmer off. Min at FL locks the dimmer on. Max and min equal parks the dimmer at that level. Min
above max parks the dimmer at the min value.
NONDIM – full on/full off function with fully-adjustable cutoff (switch) point. Setting to 0% locks the circuit
on. This feature is a full-on function with no voltage regulation.
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MARK10 – curve appropriate for Mark X fluorescent ballasts (60 to 120V) above 2% cutoff point, off below
C R V = H
2% cutoff point. Cutoff point adjustable, curve remains the same. Curve is linear light based on light meter.
TUWIRE – similar to Mark X but with a curve appropriate to Lutron TuWire fluorescent ballasts. Currently
this is the same as the MARK10.
HILUME – odd/even dimmer within a dual module paired as noted above. Variable dimmer with curve
appropriate for Lutron HiLime fluorescent ballast above the 2% cutoff. Switched dimmer off below the 2%
cutoff. Cutoff point is adjustable, curve remains the same. Standard cutoff should be changed to 1% to
match a2000. Again curve is linear light based on light meter. Note: Dimmer module must have CTP-4-0307
fluorescent handle tie kit installed. HiLume is not available for quad dimming.
LVMAG – standard square-law incandescent dimmer curve with adjustable cutoff in lieu of min and max
level.
NOTE: i Series e and QUAD will not control Mark VII fluorescent ballasts because there are no analog
output circuits available.
Then pressing that soft key will enter that “curve” into the edit screen and reorganize that screen
appropriately. As an example the HILUME screen is as follows.
E D I T D I M # = 0 1 D M X = 0 0 1
I L U M E L U M = 0 0 0 1 f
C U T O F F = 0 2 s
[ B A C K ]
Stepping further through the EDIT screen to LUM(aNet) causes a special soft key to appear. The default for
Luma-Net read back (feedback) is “on” as indicated by the “f” next to the Luma-Net address. In the low er
left corner of the screen a soft key labeled [DM-FB OFF] will appear. Pressing this key will turn off feedback,
remove the “f” and change the key to [DM-FB ON]. This key will toggle.
3.8 i series e HHT – Local Mode – Custom Patches
If one of the default patches is not appropriate for your application, then you can create a custom DMX to
dimmer slot position patch and a different Luma-Net channel to dimmer slot position patch.
Note: In order to create custom patches, the thumbwheel must be in position ‘0’.
To create a custom DMX patch:
1. From the dimmer view screen, press the (EDIT) softkey.
2. Review the help message, and press any key to continue
3. Enter the setup code/password as requested
4. Enter the dimmer slot/position # you need to patch
5. Press the [E NTER] button until you’re at the DMX=xxx field
6. Using the keypad, enter the DMX channel you want associated with this dimmer
7. Repeat this procedure until all changes have been made
8. Press (BACK) to initiate the process of saving changes
9. You will be asked if you want to save all changes to the backplane. Enter (YES) to
permanently save the changes, or (NO) to save the changes only per this session.
To create a custom Luma-Net patch:
1. From the dimmer view screen, press the (EDIT) softkey.
2. Review the help message, and press any key to continue
3. Enter the setup code/password as requested
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4. Enter the dimmer slot/position # you need to patch
5. Press the [ENTER] button until you’re at the LUM=xxx field
6. Using the keypad, enter the Luma-Net channel you want associated with this dimmer
7. Repeat this procedure until all changes have been made
8. Press (BACK) to initiate the process of saving changes
9. You will be asked if you want to save all changes to the backplane. Enter (YES) to
permanently save the changes, or (NO) to save the changes only per this session.
NOTE: You can enter from the rack configuration menu a start address for the first dimmer position other
than 1. This has the effect of automatically renumbering every dimmer in the rack from the start address you
enter. This is a quick way to create a custom “offset” patch.
3.9 i series e HHT – Local Mode – Status_____________________
From the main local menu, there is a soft key option, [STAT], that mimics the state of the control input LED
functions and displays the current control module status condition. This display can be useful in
determining the status of the control module as it details these various control states:
• OK (normal operating condition)
• EMERGENCY (refer to section 1.64 for a functional description of emergency mode)
• BACKPLANE ERROR (unable to read serial EEPROMS on backplane, see section 1.7)
• OVERTEMP (a dimmer in the rack is in overtemp warning or shutdown)
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4.0 i series e HHT – Remote Mode – HHT Connection
In order to activate the backup looks on the i series e rack (s) , the hand held terminal must be plugged into a
remote hand port that is wired to terminal block TB2 on the each of the racks. The pin out is as follows:
XLR PIN# TB2 SIGNAL Description
1 ---------------- GND ------------------------ GND
2 ---------------- HH+12V ---------------------- +12VDC Unregulated Power
3 ---------------- HHR RXD- (line over the top) HHT à Control Module switch data 4 ---------------- HHR RXD+ (no line) ------- HHT à Control Modul e switch data+
5 ---------------- HHR TXD- (line over the top) Control module à HHT LCD data 6 ---------------- HHR TXD+ (no line) ------- Control module à HHT LCD data+
The control signals should be daisy-chain connected to all racks that are going to respond to the backup
looks. In remote mode, rack 1 upper control module is the module that sends the LCD information to the
HHT, while all the other control modules just listen. For this reason, if each of the control modules is not set
up with its own unique identity, then the system may not respond in remote mode properly.
4.1 i series e HHT – Remote Mode – Record Look
Remote mode is designed for recording and playing backup looks. The most convenient two positions for
utilizing backup look s in a theatrical application is at control booth or the stage managers panel.
1. Plug in the hand held terminal to a remote port near the control console. The HHT should beep and
display a flashing cursor box after initialization.
2. Press the [REC LOOK] key. The following menu shall be displayed:
4.11 Record Look Menu
RECORD LOOK # = 00
FADE TIME = 003.0
(IN SECONDS)
[BACK]
3. Bring up the scene that is to be recorded on the control console. All analog control inputs to the racks,
and panic to the racks should be disabled at this point, so that the console is the only source driving
the lights.
4. On the HHT, enter the look number where this active scene to be recorded. The cursor will prompt for
the most signi ficant digit first, and then the least significant digit. Valid scenes range from 00 to 99.
5. Enter the fade time in seconds. This will be a true dipless crossfade into the scene that is about to be
recorded. The previous backup look will fade out at the same speed when the [GO] button is pressed
during a [GO TO LOOK] playback sequence.
6. After both the look # and the fade time has been selected, the HHT will prompt with “are you sure” in
the following screen. Assuming that look #01 with a fade time of 5 seconds were entered, the LCD
screen you look like the following:
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4.12 Record Look Menu – Are You Sure?
RECORD LOOK # = 01
FADE TIME = 005.0
ARE YOU SURE?
[BACK]
7. At this point, there are two options: [ENTER] to record the look, or [BACK] , which will return the
cursor to the fade time field. An [ENTER] selection will snapshot record the current active scene on
the DMX -512 port(s) and write it to the EEPROMS on the backplane.
8. Repeat steps 3 through 7 for each backup look that is to be stored in the racks. The backup looks will
auto-increment on playback, so it is recommended that the backup looks are recorded in the sequence
they are to be played back. The backup looks may be played out of sequence, but it requires more
concentration than just pressing the [GO] key.
Please note that this DMX snapshot procedure is also detailed in section 2.3 of this manual. When you are
finished recording all of the backup looks, with the cursor blinking on the most significant look number digit,
press the [BACK] soft key. The following main menu will be displayed:
4.13 Main Remote Menu
i series e V1.1
REMOTE MODE
rec / goto look active
Please note that “ V1.1” is a bug. The display should read “ V1.2” for version 1.2 software, but it doesn’t.
The correct version is displayed, however, on the local mode main menu display on the front port of each
control module. This is the menu position that the HHT should be left in, when finished using either the
[REC LOOK] or [GO TO LOOK] menus.
4.2 i series e HHT – Remote Mode – Go To Look
To play backup looks, either plug in the HHT into the remote mode port, and press [GO TO LOOK] , or from
the following main menu :
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4.21 Main Remote Menu
i series e V1.1
REMOTE MODE
rec / goto look active
Press [GO TO LOOK]. The following information would be displayed, assuming the HHT was last at look
00 with a fade time of 3 seconds:
4.22 Go To Look Menu
GO TO LOOK # = 00
FADE TIME = 003.0
(IN SECONDS)
[BACK]
If you wish to enable backup look 00 at the 3 second fade time, then just press the [GO] key. If you wish to
change the look number, then enter the two digits (00 to 99) for the look number that is to fade in. Assuming
you entered [0] [1] , the cursor would jump down to the fade time, and the following would be displayed:
4.23 Go To Look Menu
GO TO LOOK # = 01
FADE TIME = 003.0
(IN SECONDS)
[BACK]
At this point , if the [GO] button is pressed, the system will fade to look [0][1] from blackout in 3 seconds.
For the first executed crossfade, the system will take the fade time in the display window, and not the
display ti me recorded in memory. This is done so that scenes may be played back with a different fade time,
or out of sequence with a different fade time.
Press the [GO] key. The following screen will be displayed:
4.24 Go To Look Menu -- Crossfading
GO TO LOOK # = 01
FADE TIME = 003.0
CROSS FADING …
[BACK]
• During the crossfade, The [STOP / REV] key may be pressed. Pressing the [STOP / REV] once will
cause the cross fade to pause. At this point there are two options: pressing the [GO] button will
continue the crossfade, and pressing the [STOP/ REV] key again will reverse the crossfade back to the
previous active scene.
• At the completion of the crossfade, the system will auto-increment the backup look number. From that
point, either the [GO] button may be pressed, or a different fade time may be entered by pressing the
[ENTER] key, or a different look number and fade time may be entered.
• As with all the i series e HHT menu’s, the [ENTER] key increments cursor through the various selection
fields, while the [BACK] softkey backs up a position or a field entry.
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When you are finished playing backup looks, with the cursor on the most significant GO TO LOOK # digit,
press the [BACK] key. This will return the system to the main menu where either [REC LOOK] or [GO TO
LOOK] may be selected.
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5.0 i series e Maintenance
Caution: Do not perform maintenance with the rack energized.
Dust Removal
Every six months (or more often, if the environment is particular ly dusty) any accumulation of dust should
be cleaned from the rack. An accumulation of dust can impede proper airflow and lead to overheating of
dimmer or control modules. The following areas should be checked and cleaned:
♦ door air filters
♦ door air vents
♦ vents around hand held terminal door enclosure
♦ fan grilles
♦ dimmer module air intake openings
♦ control module air intake openings
The door air filters should be cleaned by washing them. To wash them, first remove them as you would a
household window screen: push the bottom of the frame up, then out of the track. Clean the filters by
spraying water through them. If the filters are particularly dirty, a soapy, grease -cutting cleaner may be used
to remove the dirt, but the filters must then be rinsed with water . The air filters must be completely dry
before they are reinstalled in the rack door.
Removal of dust from the vents, grilles and air intake openings can be done with compressed air or a
vacuum.
Wire Termination Integrity
Every six months, check wire terminations for tightness: bus to bus, bus to lug, and lug to terminal or wire.
Refer to the Installation Manual for the terminal -to-wire torque ratings and for other torque ratings.
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6.0 i series e Specifications
Rack Capacity (96/48) 96/48 Circuits, 20 (120V) or 25A (240V) Amp max. per
circuit
48/24 Circuits, 50 Amp max. per circuit
Dimensions 84.5” H x 16.5” W x 24” D
50” H x 16.5” W x 24” D
Weight i96 rack:
330 lbs (151 kg) Empty
650 lbs (294 kg) Full
i48 rack:
175 lbs (80 kg) Empty
340 lbs (155 kg) Full
1,000A Cross Bussing - 29 lbs. per section
2,000A Cross Bussing - 58 lbs. per section
3,000A Cross Bussing - 90 lbs. per section
Amp Traps - 31 lbs. per section
Conduit Entry Areas See section 4
Maximum Fan Noise Rating 71 dB A
Ambient Operating Temperature 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F)
Maximum Operating Humidity 90% without condensation
Maximum Feeder Size 800 Amp (400A for i48 rack)
Nominal Input, 120V Circuits 120/208V, 3Ø, 4W, 50/60Hz or
120/240V, 1Ø, 3W, 50/60Hz
Nominal Input, 240V Circuits (foreign service) 240/415V, 3Ø, 4W, 50/60Hz or
240/480V, 1Ø, 3W, 50/60Hz
Phase-to-Neutral Operating Voltage 100-127V ± 10% or 220-240V ± 10%
Operating Frequency 47-63Hz
Rack Enclosure NEMA type 1 for indoor use only
(utilizer dans un edroit a l’arbi)
Specifications: Belden Cable 9829 and 9830
24 Gage; Stranded Conductors (7x32); Polyetheylene Insulated; Beldfoil 100% Shield Coverage; 30V; 80°C;
Tinned copper; twisted pairs
Trade No No. of
Pairs
Cond. Shield * pF/ft. ** pF/ft.
9829
NEC CM
CSA
PCC FT 1
9830
NEC CM
CSA
PCC FT 1
2 24 (7x32)
3 24 (7x32)
Nominal D.C.R Nom. Imp.
(ohms)
24.0Ω/M’
78.7Ω/km
24.0Ω/M’
78.7Ω/km
3.71Ω/M’
12.17Ω/km
3.86Ω/M’
12.66Ω/km
100 66% 15.5 27.5
100 66% 15.5 27.5
Nom. Vel. of
Prop.
Nominal
Capacitance
Note: Belden 9830 may be substituted for Belden 9829
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7.0 i series e Limited Warranty
Leviton Manufacturing, Colortran Division, warrants new products to be free from defective materials and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase to the original owner when purchased
from an authorized Leviton Manufacturing, Colortran Division Dealer or authorized distributor.
The purchaser is responsible for completing and mailing to Leviton Manufacturing, Colortran Division,
within 15 days of purchase, the warranty registration card enclosed with each product. Leviton
Manufacturing products that have been subject to accident, alteration, abuse or defacing of the serial
number are not covered by this warranty. The normal wear and tear of items such as knobs, jacks, and
switches are not covered under this warranty.
If your Leviton Manufacturing, Colortran Division product requires service during the warranty period,
Leviton Manufacturing will repair or replace at its option, defective materials provided you have identified
yourself as the original owner of the product to Leviton Manufacturing or any authorized Colortran dealer.
Transportation charges to an authorized dealer or to the Leviton Manufacturing factory for repair shall be
the responsibility of the owner. All products returned to Leviton Manufacturing must have factory
authorization for return prior to shipping.
Leviton Manufacturing, Colortran Division, is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages
resulting from defect or failure other than repairs of the Leviton Manufacturing, Colortran Division product
subject to the terms of this warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other
rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other agreements and
warranties expressed or implied except as may otherwise required by law.
Return Policy
Prior to any return, please call Leviton Manufacturing, Colortran Division Technical Services at (800) 9596004 for a Merchandise Return Authorization number (MRA#). Leviton Manufacturing is not liable for the
loss of any product returned without a proper MRA#.
Contact:
Leviton Manufacturing Company Inc., Colortran Division
20497 SW Teton
Tualatin, OR 97062
Phone: (503) 404 -5500
FAX: (503) 404-5600
Internet: WWW.COLORTRAN .COM
Please check our internet web site for additional product information and bulletins.
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