Leviton Z-MAX, Z-MAX r48sd, Z-MAX r24sd, Z-MAX re4sd User Manual

User Guide

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Z-MAX

LIGHTING CONTROL RELAY PANELS

...another Z-MAXTM product by Leviton Manufacturing

TM

REMOTE RELAY PANELS

.

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Table of Contents,

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Table of Contents

Overview

Introduction..............................................................................1

Installation Overview .................................................................1

Inspection.................................................................................2

Physical Description...................................................................2

Control Overview....................................................................... 3

Conduit Entry Locations ............................................................. 4

Line & Load Circuit Wiring..........................................................4

Turn On.................................................................................... 4

Warnings ........................................................................................... 5

Installation ......................................................................................... 6

Installation Checklist.................................................................. 6

Relay Cabinet Mounting ...................................................................... 9

Flush Mounting.......................................................................... 9

Special Instructions for Flush Mount Kit Installation............... 10

Selection of a Mounting Location .............................................. 12

Suggested Mounting Heights ............................................... 12

Environmental Considerations.............................................. 12

Preferred areas for conduit entry .............................................. 13

Suggested Layouts................................................................... 16

Physical Mounting Requirements............................................... 17

Step-by-step Mounting............................................................. 20

Master/Slave Network Topology

Network Topology ............................................................................ 22

Network Layout Planning .................................................................. 23

Relay Numbering Chart ....................................................... 25

Relay Numbering Chart ..................................................................... 26

Feed and Load Wiring

Overview of Power Wiring - Feed\Line Wiring ............................ 27

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Line and Load Circuit Wiring .....................................................30

Testing the Circuits..............................................................30

Installing Relay Cards..........................................................30

Wiring the relays.................................................................31

Control Electronics Power Wiring...............................................38

Circuit Schedule ..................................................................41

Master/Remote Network Interconnection

RJ-45 Pinout.......................................................................46

Termination........................................................................47

How to Terminate Relay Cabinets.........................................49

Low Voltage Control Wiring

Input Trigger - What determines an "ON" .............................52

Low Voltage Input Terminals & Connections..........................54

Connecting Low Voltage Switches

Connecting Low Voltage Switch............................................58

Occupancy Sensors

Occupancy Sensor Wiring .........................................................61

Photocells

Photocell Wiring.......................................................................63

Wiring with an External Power Supply...................................65

Power Considerations for Control Systems..................................67

Terminology .......................................................................67

Power Requirements & Maximum Run Length .......................68

Power Wire - Run Length.....................................................73

Configuration .................................................................................... 75

Out of the Box Configuration................................................75

Remote/Slave Cabinet Configuration..........................................75

Comments & Examples on Relay Numbering .........................76

Configuration of Remote Relay Cabinets with Dipswitches......76

Table of MRN Codes & Starting Relay Number.......................77

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Configuration of Remote Relay Cabinets without Dipswitches or via

USB................................................................................... 78

Configuration of Master Control Panel ....................................... 79

Enable Master/Slave Communication.................................... 79

Enabling Master/Slave Communication ................................. 80

Setting the Total number of Remote Relays.......................... 80

Communication Verification ...................................................... 82

Conclusion .............................................................................. 82

Warranty Information ........................................................................ 85

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Overview

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Overview, Introduction

Introduction

The Z-MAX Remote Relay Panels, also referred to as Z-MAX Slave
Relay Cabinets, are designed for remote installation and
mounting where relay switching from 4 to 48 load circuits is
desired, but control intelligence, programming, and interface to
other systems is required at a central location. This system of
remote relay panels has the following benefits over the traditional
configurations:

• Remote mounting of relays where control electronics are
inconvenient

• Single point of programming when a continuous extension of
an existing relay panel is desired

• Other unique applications where configuring at the relay itself
is not desired

Installation Overview

Installing a remote relay cabinets involves only a few steps:

Step 1: Mounting the relay cabinet to the wall, install

conduit, and pull all wire.

Step 2: Terminate line voltage wiring
Step 3: Terminate any low voltage wiring
Step 4: Terminate the Master/Slave networking wiring
Step 5: Inspect your work
Step 6: Power-up, configure, and test the system

Each of the above steps are covered in detail throughout the rest
of this user’s guide. In each section notes, warnings,
requirements, suggestions, and procedures are included which
will help you be successful in the installation and use of your
system.

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Inspection

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Carefully unpack the relay cabinet, and inspect to make sure
there is no hidden shipping damage. Report any damage to the
freight carrier who delivered the system. Claims for damages are
filed with the freight carrier.

In case of damaged components, your relay cabinet may be
serviced in the field with factory replacement parts.

Physical Description

Remote relay panels are classified by the number of load circuits
they can switch. The fewer the number of controlled circuits, the
smaller the overall cabinet dimensions, and the larger the
number of controlled circuits, the larger the overall cabinet
dimensions. The physical properties of the cabinets are as
follows:

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Model # of Relays Flush

Option

re4sd 4

(fixed relays)

r24sd 0-24

(accepts Z-

MAX relay

modules)

r48sd 0-48

(accepts Z-

MAX relay

modules)

Cabinet Properties

No 10.6 lbs.

Yes 44 lbs.

Yes 65 lbs

Some of the relay features are:

• UL & cUL Listed for use in USA and Canada

• Compliant with NEMA requirements

• Easy to install

Weight Dimensions - in. (CM)

9

(4.83 Kg)

(19.96 Kg)

(29.48 Kg)

10" W x 10" H x 4

(25.4 x 25.4 x 10.44)

1

/4" W x 34" H x 4 9/32" D

20

(54.4 x 86.4 x 10.9)

1

/4" W x 54" H x 4 9/32" D

20

(54.4 x 137.2 x 10.9)*

/32" D

Overview, Control Overview

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• Quick & Easy to Configure

The control portion of the relay cabinet employs all digital
circuitry for accuracy and minimum wiring requirements between
the relay cabinet and its control systems.

Control Overview

The Leviton Z-MAX remote relay cabinets use an intelligent
central control card (Digital Main Control Module) and a
dedicated system of networking wiring, allowing for control of the
relays in the remote cabinet from any control source connected
to the master relay cabinet and from any low voltage source
connected to the remote relay cabinet.

Control input to a remote relay cabinet can be any combination of
the following:

• Low Voltage momentary or maintained

• Momentary 2-Pole On/Off

• Photocell 0-10VDC or Switched

• Occupancy sensor

• 0-10VDC analog

• Dry Contacts

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Following the basic premise of remote relay cabinet, even though
each remote relay cabinet can accept control inputs, these inputs
are processed by the master control panel for configuration and
relay control.

Remote relay cabinets require a dedicated physical network of
certified category-5 wiring utilizing RJ-45 connectors at each end.
The panels should be laid out in a linear "daisy-chained" fashion.
In the event that this network topology is not convenient, hubs
and/or routers may be available to facilitate this topology.
Contact the factory for additional information.

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Conduit Entry Locations

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The cabinets have been designed with specific locations
supporting conduit entry for line and low voltage circuits. There
are specific areas of the cabinet which are restricted from some
or all types of conduit access. Reference the Physical Installation
section of this manual for specific details.

Line & Load Circuit Wiring

Each relay requires line & load circuit wiring. The line wiring
should come from an over-current device and the load circuit
wiring shall go to the specific load to be controlled. On some
models which have integrated branch circuit protection, the line
side of the relay has been pre-wired to a circuit breaker. With
these products, only the load side of the circuits needs to be
connected.

Turn On

Prior to turn on, verify the following is installed correctly:

• Feed wiring

• Load wiring

• Control wiring

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Warnings

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Overview, Turn On

• To be installed and/or used in accordance with appropriate
electrical codes and regulations.

• To be installed by a qualified Electrician.

• DO NOT CONNECT line voltage wires to low voltage terminals.

• Mount in a location where audible noise is acceptable.

• When using with fluorescent ballasts, both lighting fixture and

ballast must be grounded.

o

• Use this relay cabinet only with minimum 75

%

ampacity.

75

• Disconnect power when servicing the relay cabinet, fixture or
when changing lamps.

• Indoor use only.

• TO AVOID FIRE, SHOCK OR DEATH: TURN OFF POWER AT

MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER, OR FUSE, AND TEST THAT THE
POWER IS OFF BEFORE WIRING, OPENING THE PANEL, OR
REPLACING ANY COMPONENT!

• During operation, cabinet cover is to be removed by qualified
personnel ONLY! Heed all caution markings indicating the
presence of High Voltage. High voltage may be up to 600V.

• Test each circuit for short circuits before connecting it to relay
so damage to the relay and it’s electronics can be avoided.

C copper wire at

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Installation

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Installation Checklist

Install the cabinets by following these simple steps:

Step 1: Unpack the system
Step 2: Report any damage to the freight carrier
Step 3: If appropriate, remove any covers and/or doors
Step 4: If appropriate, remove the mounting plate

assembly and store where damage will not
occur to the electronics

Step 5: Attach the cabinet to the wall (reference stickers

inside the cabinet for proper orientation if it is
in question)

Step 6: Drill conduit entry holes if KO’s are not provided

and attach conduit where appropriate

Step 7: Pull all wire into the cabinet
Step 8: Te st & Verify all wiring by directly connecting line

to load - Correct any faults and re-test wiring

to proceeding

prior

Step 9: Re-install any control electronics removed in step

#4

Step 10: Terminate the feed & load wiring to each relay
Step 11: Terminate control wiring
Step 12: Verify feed wiring
Step 13: Verify load wiring
Step 14: Verify master/slave network wiring
Step 15: Blow out dust, dirt, or debris which has

accumulated in the cabinet

Step 16: Apply power to the system
Step 17: Verify proper operation of each relay using the

override buttons

Step 18: Make adjustments to remote slave starting relay

number if necessary and reset the system

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Step 19: Make programming adjustments at the master

control module so that newly installed remote
relays usage correctly.

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Relay Cabinet Mounting

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There are several steps required when mounting your relay
cabinet:

Step 1: Install the flush mounting kit if appropriate
Step 2: Plan your conduit runs & layout
Step 3: Plan your physical mounting, the connection

between the cabinet and the wall

Step 4: Mount the cabinet to the wall

Flush Mounting

The 4 relay cabinet is designed only for surface mounting.
However, the other relay cabinets have a flush mount kit option
which is available as an accessory. The part numbers for these
kits are as follows:

Cabinet Size/Type Flush Trim Kit Part

Numbers

, Flush Mounting

8 RAC00-08F
24 RAC00-24F
48 RAC00-48F

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Special Instructions for Flush Mount Kit

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Installation

Step 1: Locate where the cabinet will be hung in the wall.

Choose a location in a dry area that is convenient to
the branch circuit panel

Step 2: Be careful to remove the ground wire from the door.

It is attached using a spade connector. No tools are
required

Step 3: Remove the door by sliding the door up and off its

hinges. You will have to unlock the door first using
the supplied key

Step 4: On the 8 Cabinet you will also have to remove the

ribbon cable from the LCD display

Step 5: Set the door aside in a safe place
Step 6: Cut out the drywall if needed
Step 7: Tap out the mounting hole knockouts located on the

sides of the cabinet. See the figure on the next page
for the location of the knockouts on each cabinet

Step 8: Attach the unit to the wall. Use #10 (with washer)

hardware. 1/4" hardware can be used, but the
mounting holes will need to be drilled out to 5/16"

Step 9: Install the flush frames as shown in the figur e below

using the screws provided

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The 24 cabinet is shown, but the process is similar
for the 8 and 48 cabinet.

, Flush Mounting

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Step 10: Remove the nut holding the door lock in place
Step 11: Remove the lock and its trim ring (Looks like a

washer)

Step 12: Discard the trim ring and reinstall the lock
Step 13: Loosen the screws holding the door hinges to the

cabinet. This will allow the hinges to move in their
slotted holes

Step 14: Install the door onto its hinges
Step 15: Open the door 90 degrees and insert a quarter (or

something with similar thickness) between the door
and the frame

Step 16: Push the door against this spacer and tighten the

hinge screw

Step 17: Remove the spacer
Step 18: Remove the door and proceed to the next section

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Selection of a Mounting

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Location

Choosing a mounting location for your cabinet is critical to the
overall success and ease of installation. Each style of cabinet has
it’s unique wiring requirements which must be observed. Please
review the next few pages, which describe and illustrate these
mounting requirements.

Suggested Mounting Heights

Although successful operation is completely independent of
mounting height, the suggested mounting heights below were
selected to locate the cabinet at a reasonable and accessible
working height.

Cabinet Suggested Mounting height to bottom of

cabinet
4 Relay Cabinet 62" (157 cm)
8 Relay Cabinet 53" (1,359 mm)
24 Relay Cabinet 32" (826 mm)
48 Relay Cabinet 12" (318 mm)

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Environmental Considerations

• Cabinets generate heat (see table which follows). Make sure
they are mounted in a climate controlled space where the
temperature will be 0-40

• Reinforce the wall for strength as required f or weight and local
code

• Clearance on left and right side of the panel should be
maintained at 1

• Relays will click while in operation. Locate the panels where
audible noise is acceptable.

1

/2 " or greater

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C (32-104oF)

Cabinet MAX BTU/HR

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4 Relay Cabinet 97
8 Relay Cabinet 245
24 Relay Cabinet 583
48 Relay Cabinet 1166

Preferred areas for conduit
entry

Your relay cabinet has been designed to be easy to install with a
variety of installation options to fit many applications. However,
there still are specific considerations which must be made. One of
these is the allowed, and in some cases disallowed, areas for
conduit entry. Disallowed areas are areas where conduit entry is
impossible. These areas are clearly marked in the following
illustrations. Once you recognize the disallowed areas for conduit
entry, you can look at the allowed areas. Each cabinet style has
designated areas for low voltage and line voltage conduit entry.
This must be observed for proper code compliance.

, Preferred areas for conduit entry

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Please review the following illustrations which indicate preferred,
allowed, and disalllowed areas for conduit entry.

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Conduit Entry

NO CONDUIT

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ENTRY!

Low Voltage

Wiring/Conduit

Entry Area

1A 2AG

USB

Connector

SLOW BLOW FUSE

Low or High

Voltage

(not both)

Wiring/Conduit

Entry Area

2¼"

Grounding

Screws

(typ)

High Voltage

Wiring Area

for Conduit Entry

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Control

NO CONDUIT

ENTRY!

Power

Input

4 Relay Cabinet Conduit Entry

High Voltage Pass

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through below
control module
mounting plate

Low Voltage Area

Transformer located
underneath control
module

Transformer
Connections
this area below
control module

, Preferred areas for conduit entry

High Voltage Area

Grounding Points

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24 & 48 Relay Cabinets Conduit Entry (24 relay cabinet

shown, 48 similar)

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Suggested Layouts

W
A

L
L

W
A

L
L

W
A

L
L

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The "right" layout for your application is a decision only you can
make. The layouts depicted in the following illustrations show
some simple and effective systems which you’re welcome to use
and adapt to your particular installation.

Wiring Raceway

W
A
L

Top and Bottom Feed
and /or switch legs to loads

Feed and/or

Feed and/or

switch legs

switch legs

to loads

to loads

Class 2/PELV

Class 2/PELV

Wiring to

Wiring to

Controls -

Controls -

2 locations

2 locations

Top and Bottom Feed
and /or switch legs to loads

Feed wiring to relays

Feed wiring to relays

L

Wiring Raceway

1A 2AG
SLOW BLOW FUSE

Distribution panel

Distribution panel

Distribution panel

Feed wiring to relays

Feed and/or
switch legs
to loads

Wiring Raceway

Feed and/or
switch legs
to loads

Top and Bottom Feed
and /or switch legs to loads

Class 2/PELV
Wiring to
Controls ­2 locations

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Surface Mounting Shown

Side View

Side View

Front View

Front View

Feed and/or
switch legs
to loads

Distribution panel

Feed wiring to relays

Front View

Wiring Raceway

Feed and/or
switch legs
to loads

front3

Top and Bottom Feed
and /or switch legs to loads

Front View

Class 2/PELV
Wiring to
Controls ­2 locations

Surface Mounting Shown

Side View

Surface Mounting Shown

Side View

1 0.1 3

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, Physical Mounting Requirements

Physical Mounting
Requirements

Each relay cabinet style has a different set of mounting locations,
dimensions, and requirements. Please review the illustrations
below which show the details for each cabinet type.

4.34

1 0.1 3

FRONT VIEW

(all dimensions in inches)

4 Relay cabinet

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(all dimensions in inches)

8.63

MOUNTING HOLES VIEW

(all dimensions in inches)

SIDE VIEW

0.75
1 .00

8.1 3

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LINE / LOAD

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CONDUIT ENTRY

1" & 1-1/4", 2

PLACES PLUS

1-1/4" & 1-1/2", 3

PLACES

LOW
VOLTAGE
CONDUIT

ENTRY

1-1/4" & 1-1/2"

6 PLACES

20 1/4
[514.35]

LINE / LOAD
CONDUIT ENTRY
1" & 1-1/4", 2
PLACES PLUS
1-1/4" & 1-1/2", 3
PLACES

LINE / LOAD

CONDUIT

ENTRY
1" & 1-1/4"
6 PLACES

All Dimensions are in inches
[ ] are mm

1 27/32

[46.8]

14 11/64

[359.83]

16 5/8
[422.4]

1 27/32

[46.8]

16

[406.4]

16

[406.4]

LINE / LOAD CONDUIT ENTRY: 1" &
1-1/4", 4 PLACES PLUS 1-1/4" & 1­1/2", 6 PLACES

14 11/64

[359.83]

16 5/8

[422.4]

34

[863.6]

4

[101.6]

LOW VOLTAGE
CONDUIT ENTRY
1" & 1-1/4"
6 PLACES

LINE / LOAD
CONDUIT
ENTRY
1" & 1-1/4"
6 PLACES

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24 Relay cabinet

, Physical Mounting Requirements

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LINE / LOAD

CONDUIT ENTRY

1" & 1-1/4"

12 PLACES

LINE / LOAD CONDUIT

1" & 1-1/4", 2 PLACES

1-1/4" & 1-1/2", 3 PLACES

ENTRY

14 11/64

[359.83]

36 5/8

[930.4]

PLUS

LOW
VOLTAGE
CONDUIT

ENTRY

1-1/4" & 1-1/2"

6 PLACES

20 1/4

[514.35]

16

[406.4]

LINE / LOAD CONDUIT
ENTRY
1" & 1-1/4", 2 PLACES
PLUS
1-1/4" & 1-1/2", 3 PLACES

2 13/32

[61.15]

14 11/64

[359.83]

36 5/8
[930.4]

54

[1371.6]

[101.6]

4

LOW VOLTAGE
CONDUIT
ENTRY
1" & 1-1/4"
6 PLACES

LINE / LOAD
CONDUIT
ENTRY
1" & 1-1/4"
12 PLACES

All Dimensions are in inches
[ ] are mm

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LINE / LOAD CONDUIT ENTRY: 1" &
1-1/4", 4 PLACES PLUS 1-1/4" & 1­1/2", 6 PLACES

48 Relay cabinet

16

[406.4]

2 13/32

[61.15]

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Step-by-step Mounting

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Step 1: Locate where the cabinet will be hung on the wall.

Choose a location in a dry area that is convenient to
the branch circuit panel.

Step 2: Leviton requires that cabinet mounting hardware

reach through the drywall to wall studs or other
suitable solid backing. However, properly sized struts
and suitable hardware can be used. They must
distribute the load to the anchors without exce eding
the recommended anchor limit. Using drywall
screws directly through drywall without a stud is not
acceptable. Make sure that there is adequate
support.

Step 3: Remove the cover. Some cabinets may require the

removal of data and/or grounding wires. Make sure
that this occurs prior to removal of the door and that
they are reconnected when reinstalling the door. On
cabinets with hinges, simply lift the door off the
hinges. On cabinets with screws, remove the cover
screws. Appropriately store the cover for future use.

Step 4: On the (4) relay remote relay panel only, locate the

mounting plate assembly attached to the back of the
enclosure. Locate the 4 mounting screws in the 4
corners of the rear plate. Loosen these 4 screws. Lift
the entire assembly up and out of the enclosure.

Step 5: Prior to proceeding, reference the following figures

which show the location of the mounting holes and
allowed conduit entry locations for each cabinet
type.

Step 6: Orient the enclosure so that the "UP" arrow on the

label inside the enclosure is pointing up. Note that
the high-voltage conduit access is through the right
end of the bottom, the right side and the right end
of the top. Note that the low-voltage (Class 2)
conduit access is through the top end of the left side
and the left end of the top. Cut or punch the desired
conduit openings. Do not cut openings in the back
of the enclosure or the bottom end of the left side or
the left end of the bottom as it will no longer be
possible to re-install the electrical assembly.

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Master/Slave Network Topology

There are some basic rules and requirements of Master/Slave
networks which must be observed for your network to function.
These rules are as follows:

Specification Description

Maximum End to End Run Length 1500 feet

Maximum number of relays per network 96

(Master + Slave)

Maximum number of nodes on the

network

Network Topology Daisy-Chain

Interconnection Method Category 5e or better

Maximum number of master panels per

master/slave network

Recommended Wire Belden 1700A or

Network Protocol Z-MAX Master/Slave

ny combination/mix of remote relay panels may

be used on a single Master/Slave network so
long as there is only one master and you do not
exceed the maximum number of relays per
network.

250

wire with RJ-45

connectors

1

Equivalent

over CAN

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Network Topology

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All Master/Remote panels must be connected in a daisy-chained
fashion. For example, please consider the illustrations below:

Category 5 or better wiring between cabinets

4 Relay Remote Cabinet 4 Relay Remote Cabinet 4 Relay Remote Cabinet

24 Relay Remote Cabinet

48 Relay Master Cabinet

The right way - Daisy-Chain Wiring

The wrong way - Star or other scheme

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Network Layout Planning

The previous section illustrated some of the technical
requirements and physical layout for Master/Slave networks.
When planning your network, it’s equally important when
considering the numbering of relays.

Relays are divided into two types: local and network. The local
relays are the relays inside the master cabinet, and the network
relays are the remote or slave cabinet relays. By default, all relay
cabinets are configured for 1-48 "local" relays, and all slave
cabinets without dipswitches are out of the box programmed to
start at relay number 49.

No two relays can have the same relay number and there are a
limited number of relay numbers available on a Master/Slave
network. In some installations it may make sense to decrease
the number of local relays to only the number of actual relays in
the master cabinet so that the total number of controlled relays
per network can be maximized.

Example 1 - 48 Relay Master, 24 Relay Remotes

A (48) relay master cabinet and a (24) relay slave cabinet is the
required equipment for your project. The number of local relays
in the master is by default 48 which matches the number of local
relays, so you’re ok. Also, by default, the (24) relay slave cabin et
starts at relay number 49. Considering the facts of this example,
everything is OK using the default settings. In summary:

• Master Cabinet with (48) relays, relay numbers 1-48 (default)

• Remote Cabinet with (24) relays, relay numbers 49-72

(default)

Example 2 - 48 Relay Master, (2) 24 Relay Remotes

Extend the above example and add a second (24) relay remote
cabinet. Remembering that by default the remote relay cabinets
without dipswitches (like the 24) start at relay number 49, and
remembering that we already have relay number 49-72 used in
the first remote cabinet, we can conclude that the added remote

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cabinet must be configured via USB to start at relay number 73.

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In summary:

• Existing Master Cabinet with (48) relays, relay numbers 1-48

• Existing Remote Cabinet with (24) relays, relay numbers 49-72

• Added Remote Cabinet with (24) relays, relay numbers 49-96,

must be reconfigured via USB since out of box the default
setup is addressed to relay numbers 49-72 which would have
been in conflict with the existing cabinet.

Example 3 - 8 Relay Master, (2) 24 Relay Remotes, (3) 4
Relay Remotes

In order to execute this example, with (68) total relays, it’s
required to decrease the number of local relays in the (8) relay
master cabinet so that you canstay within the (96) relay
maximum per master/slave network, relay numbers are
contiguous, and the number of available relays are maximized.

First Let’s look at the "out of the box" configuration:

• (8) Master cabinet, (8) relays, but # of local relays is 1-48

• (24) Remote #1, (24) relays, 49-72 (out of box config)

• (24) Remote #2, (24) relays, 49-72 (out of box config)

• (4) Remote #1, (4) relays, starting rela y number 0 (out of bo x

config)

• (4) Remote #2, (4) relays, starting rela y number 0 (out of bo x
config)

• (4) Remote #3, (4) relays, starting rela y number 0 (out of bo x
config)

You will note that there are substantial conflicts with the out of
the box configuration.

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Therefore, the new configuration will look like this:

• (8) Master cabinet, (8) relays, but # of local relays is 1-8

• (24) Remote #1, (24) relays, relay numbers 9-32

• (24) Remote #2, (24) relays, relay numbers 33-56

• (4) Remote #1, (4) relays, relay numbers 57-60

• (4) Remote #2, (4) relays, relay numbers 61-64

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• (4) Remote #3, (4) relays, relay numbers 65-68

In order to achieve this configuration, the following configuration
changes must be made:

1 The number of local relays, a setting under Global

Defaults on the master cabinet, must be reduced to 8;l

2 The two (24) relay cabinets must be configured from a

PC over USB as starting relay numbers 9 and 33;

3 The three ( 4) relay remotes, must be configured via the

control module dipswitch, for starting relay numbers 57,
61, & 65.

For instructions specific to your project, please contact our
Technical Services Department. The phone number can be found
on the back page of this manual.

Relay Numbering Chart

Leviton recommends that when planning your network, you fill
out the chart on the following page, or other similar chart which
you prefer to document your system. This completed chart
should be stored with your master relay panel complete with the
circuit schedules of all of the relay panels. For an example circuit
schedule, see page 41.

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Relay Numbering Chart

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Panel #Starting

Relay #

P1 1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
P7
P8

P9
P10
P11
P12
P13
P14
P15

Ending

Relay #

Panel Name Notes

P16
P17
P18
P19
P20
P21
P22
P23
P24

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Feed and Load Wiring, Overview of Power Wiring - Feed\Line Wiring

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Feed and Load Wiring

Overview of Power Wiring ­Feed\Line Wiring

Wiring is simple. All you need is the following:

• Dedicated circuit for control power - Hot, Neutral and Ground

• Individual feeds from branch circuit breakers, input circuits

• Individual load wires leaving relays, output circuits.

Since the panel is fed from multiple circuits,

locate each one and lock-out each feed in the
OFF position.

All cabinets have ample area for conduit entries for feed, load,
and control wiring. Ensure that conduit entry is only in the
allowed locations. Refer to the figures on the proceeding pages
for permitted locations.

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Inputs Not

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Available

Common

& Switch Inputs

USB

Connector

Relay #1

Relay #2

Relay

Input &

Outputs

Relay #3

(Typical of

all relays)

Relay #4

Control

Power

Input

Cabinet Connections & Orientation, (4) Relay Panel

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Feed and Load Wiring, Overview of Power Wiring - Feed\Line Wiring

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High Voltage Pass
through below
control module
mounting plate

Low Voltage Area

Transformer located
underneath control
module

Transformer
Connections
this area below
control module

High Voltage Area

Grounding Points

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24 and 48 (not Shown) Cabinet Low Voltage and High
Voltage Wire Connections

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Line and Load Circuit Wiring

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Z-MAX relay cabinets have multiple relay circuits of a specific type
depending on the cabinet model. For details of the different relay
types, please reference the chart on page 32.

Testing the Circuits

Prior to connecting any circuit to a relay, and after all load and
feed connections have been made opposite the relay cabinet,
test each circuit by following this procedure:

Step 1: Turn off the breaker feeding the circuit
Step 2: Ensure that all connections and wiring between the

relay cabinet and the circuit breaker panel are
complete

Step 3: Ensure that all connections and wiring between the

relay cabinet and the load are complete

Step 4: At the relay cabinet, connect the feed(s) for r elay #1

to the load for relay #1 with a wire nut or other
appropriate means

Step 5: Energize the circuit by turning on the circuit breaker.
Step 6: Resolve any mis-wiring, shorts, etc. for the

connected circuit

Step 7: Repeat the above steps for all circuits in all relay

panels in your system. When all circuits have been
tested, disconnect all Line’s fr om Loads and proceed
to the next section

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Installing Relay Cards

On several relay cabinet models, the relays are removable. If you
have one of these cabinets and need to add or remove relay
modules, please follow these instructions:

Step 1: Locate the appropriate loca tion for the relay card

w

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Connector to Relay Bus Board
On bottom of Relay Card

Step 2: Align the connector from the relay card with the

Step 3: Once firmly seated, use a phillips screwdriver to

Feed and Load Wiring, Line and Load Circuit Wiring

Mounting Scre
Location

relay bus board and gently push the two together.

drive the mounting screw tightly in place.

If you need to remove t h e relay cards that
shipped installed from the factory, remove the
shipping screw located near the connector and
discard. This screw is only required for shipping
and not for installation.

Wiring the relays

Step 1: Connect the line (feed/circuit breaker) side of the

circuit to the "input" terminal(s) on the relay card.

Step 2: Connect the load side of the circuit to the "output"

terminal(s) on the relay card.

Step 3: Please note that relay card terminals accept the

following wire sizes:

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Relay Type Wire Size Wire Type Torque

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Z-MAX(Standard, 1-Pole) 20-8 AWG Copper Solid or Stranded 7 in-lbs
2-Pole 20-6 AWG Copper Solid or Stranded 20.5 in-lbs
347V 20-6 AWG Copper Solid or Stranded 20.5 in-lbs
Latching 20-8 AWG Copper Solid or Stranded 7 in-lbs

Wire Sizes for Relays

The diagrams on the following pages show how to wire the relay
circuits.

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m

o

USB

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Connector

Feed and Load Wiring, Line and Load Circuit Wiring

Line (fro
Distributi
Panel)

Load

Relay #1

Relay #2

(Typical of

all relays)

Relay #3

Relay #4

Wiring Diagram for 4 Relay Panels, 1-Pole Relay

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Line (Poles 1 & 2)

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(from Dist. Panel)

Load (Pole 1 & 2)

Wiring Typical for

all relays

WARNING: Miswiring of relays

may result in product damage

or personal injury.

Wiring Diagram for 4 Relay Panel with 2-Pole Relay Card

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Feed and Load Wiring, Line and Load Circuit Wiring

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Line
(from Dist. Panel)

N/C

N/C

Load

Wiring Typical for

all relays

WARNING: Miswiring of relays

may result in product damage

or personal injury.

Wiring Diagram for 4 Relay Panel 347V Canadian Relay

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Load

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Line (From Distribution Panel)

Wiring Diagram for Z-MAX (Standard) Relay Card

Load - Phase B

Line - Phase B
(From Distribution Panel)

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Load - Phase A

Line - Phase A
(From Distribution Panel)

Wiring Diagram for 2-Pole Relay Card

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Load

Line (From Distribution Panel)

Wiring Diagram for 347 V Relay Card

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Load

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Load

Load

Wiring of Multiple Relays to Common Branch Circuit

Breaker

Line
(From
Distribution
Panel)

Control Electronics Power
Wiring

Your relay cabinet requires a specific power circuit for the control
electronics. Leviton recommends that this power circuit be
dedicated specifically and used only for power to the control
electronics.

Page 38

If the control electronics must function during a

power outage or other interruption, the control
electronics power must be fed from a UPS,
generator, or other guaranteed source.

Feed and Load Wiring, Control Electronics Power Wiring

WEB VERSION

To connect your relay cabinet’s control electronics to power,
please follow the following steps:

Step 1: Connect the relay cabinet to the circuit break er panel

using conduit

Step 2: Remove all debris
Step 3: Run a dedicated circuit from the circuit panel or

distribution panel to the relay panel for the control
electronics. Make sure the power is off at the
breaker.

Step 4: Wire the circuit as shown below
Step 5: Connect the circuit ground wire to the relay cabinet
Step 6: Keep the circuit off until all wires are terminated,

tested, and double checked

Control

Power

Input

13W Required

Control Input Power

4 Relay Panel Control Electronics Power Wiring

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277VAC (347V on 347V models)

120VAC

Neutral

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Multi-Tap Transformer

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Cap (wirenut) off

unused leads

347V - Orange

277V - Brown

Neutral -White

24 & 48 Relay Cabinets Control Electronics Power Wiring

120V - Black

Dedicated Circuit

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Feed and Load Wiring, Control Electronics Power Wiring

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Circuit Schedule

Relay/Circuit Control Load Circuits

No.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38

Panel
Breaker

Field
Circuit

Luma-Net
Channel

DMX
Channel

Analog
Input

Relay
Type

Load
Watts

Description Group

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Relay/Circuit Control Load Circuits

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No.

29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48

Panel
Breaker

Field
Circuit

Luma-Net
Channel

DMX
Channel

Analog
Input

Relay
Type

Load
Watts

Notes/
Circuit
Description

Group

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Master/Remote Network Interconnection,

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Master/Remote Network Interconnection

Physically interconnecting your relay panels together on a
master/slave network is easy. It requires only the use of category
5 or better network wire, with RJ-45 connectors on each end.

Please reference the illustrations below which show the
connection locations for the Master/Slave network wiring for each
panel type. Note that there are (2) receptacles, one to go to the
"next" panel and one coming "from" the previous panel. It does
not matter which one you use, so long as you only use the pair
that is labeled "Master/Slave" or on some panels "CAN 1".

Master/
Slave

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Master/Slave Connections, 4 Relay Cabinet

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Switch Inputs and DMX Connector-

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Wire Range #14 - #24 AWG
Torque2 LB-IN

ANALOG/SWITCH INPUT/OUTPUTS TB 1-12*

IN

COM

OUT

+24V

TB1S1TB2

NC

NO

COMMON

COM
EMERG

SWITCH BOARD

(OPTIONAL)

J15

J6

USB TYPE B

+24V

OUT

IN

COM

S2

EMERGENCY

RELAY

EMERGENCY

INPUT - TB21 *

IN

COM

IN

OUT

+24V

OUT

+24V

TB3

TB4

S4

S3

SELECTOR S1 THRU S12

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED WORLDWIDE

ALL OFF NORMAL ALL ON

+24V

IN

OUT

COM

TB5
S5

ANALOG/SWITCH I/O*

C 2004 LEVITON MFG. CO.

COM

COM

IN

OUT

+24V

TB6
S6

OUT

IN

COM

IN

OUT

+24V

TB7

S7

JUMPER ON PULLS INPUT HIGH

}

JUMPER OFF IS DEFAULT

OX-70121-00-00-01 MASTER
OX-70121-00-00-02 SLAVE

COM

+24V

TB8

S8

EMERGENCY
HEARTBEAT-C
LUMANET
DMX
CAN1
CAN2
ETH/MODEM
5V POWER

IN

OUT

+24V

TB9

S9

Master/
Slave

COM

IN

Luma-Net Connector
Wire Range #12 - #24 AWG
Torque 5 LB-IN

OUT

IN

COM

OUT

TB10

S10

+24V

IN

COM

+24V

TB11

S11

ETHERNET/MODEM

JP7 TERM

JP9 TERM

MASTER/SLAVE

AC1

AC2

JP11
TERM

18 VAC IN

OUT

TB12

S12

+24V

COM

TB20

TB15

1

1

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Mater/Slave Connections, 24 & 48 Relay Panel

Master/Remote Network Interconnection,

WEB VERSION

J3

EMERGENCY - TB17*

COM.

EMERG.

Switch
Inputs

LCD
INTER­FACE

J1

SERVICE ONLY

USB

TB17

COM
+24V
OUT
IN

COM
+24V
OUT
IN

COM
+24V
OUT
IN

COM
+24V
OUT
IN

COM
+24V
OUT
IN

COM
+24V
OUT
IN

COM
+24V
OUT
IN

COM
+24V
OUT
IN

LUMA-NET

TB9**

R+

R-

TB9

JP13

TERM

BYPASS
SWITCH

TB1

S1

S14

TB2

S2

TB3

S3

TB4

S4

TB5

S5

TB6

S6

TB7

S7

TB8

1

S8

DMX 512

TB10*

TRM

LCK

D-

+V

COM

LUMA-NET

ON
NORMAL
OFF

COM1

JUMPER ON PULLS INPUT HIGH

ANALOG/SWITCH I/O*

JP9

COM

TB10

31
+24V

+12V

LUMA-NET

VOLTAGE

SELECT

JP15
DMX

TERM

NO1

NC1

EMERGENCY
RELAY

D2
D4
D6D7DMX
D3 CAN1
D8 CAN2

D1
D12
D27

JUMPER OFF IS DEFAULT

}

LEVITON ASSEMBLY

OX-70129-00-00-01 NETWORK
OX-70129-00-00-02 BASIC

C 2004 LEVITON MFG. CO.

ALL RIGHTS RESREVED WORLDWIDE

SELECTOR S1 THRU S8

ETHERNET/MODEM

JP41

ETHERNET

MODULE

OR

MODEM

MODULE

(OPTIONAL)

MASTER/

SLAVE

TB11

D+

11

TB15

1 1

JP21
CAN 1
TERM

EMERGENCY
HEARTBEAT-C
LUMANET

ETH/MODEM
5V POWER
HEARTBEAT-R

TB13

RELAY 1

TB16

JP35
CAN 2
TERM

RELAY 2

RELAY 3

RELAY 4

RELAY 5

S1

RELAY 6

RESET

Master/

Slave

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RJ-45 Pinout

WEB VERSION

There are two major standards for the pinout of RJ-45
connectors. These two standards are often referenced as TIA­568A & TIA-568B. Although either is acceptable so long as it is
consistent throughout a project, Leviton recommends the use of
only the TIA-568B standard. The only difference between the
standards is what color wires 79terminate to each of the (8) RJ­45 pins. Per the TIA-568B standard, the pinout for your RJ-45
connectors are as follows:

TIA-568B Wiring Standard Chart
Pin Pair # Color

12Orange/White
2Orange
33Blue/white
4 1 Green
5 Green/white
63Blue
74Brown/White
8Brown

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Master/Remote Network Interconnection,

Unlik

5

RJ-45

WEB VERSION

e some other wiring systems, Category

networking wiring requires that the connectors

at both ends of the cable be wired the same.

connectors must be "crimped" onto the

end of your Category-5e cable in order to
successfully make your connections. This requires
a special tool made specifically for this purpose
called an "RJ-45 Crimper" or other similar
terminology. Always
when making these connections. Read and
understand the instruction by the crimpers
manufacturer prior to use. Leviton offers a
crimper as Leviton part number 47613-EZC.

use one of these crimpers

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Termination

All CAN based networks must be terminated at both ends. The Z­MAX Master/Slave network is no exception.

Each panel has a termination jumper. When a relay panel is the

panel on the run, it’s termination jumper must be installed.

last

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Terminate this cabinet

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48 Relay Master Cabinet

Terminate this cabinet

4 Relay Remote Cabinet 4 Relay Remote Cabinet 4 Relay Remote Cabinet

24 Relay Remote Cabinet

Cabinets requiring termination

Page 48

IN

Torque2 LB IN

Torque 5 LB IN

WEB VERSION

COM

OUT

+24V

TB1S1TB2

NC

NO

COMMON

COM
EMERG

SWITCH BOARD

(OPTIONAL)

J15

J6

USB TYPE B

Master/Remote Network Interconnection,

How to Terminate Relay Cabinets

Step 1: Locate the termination jumper which corresponds to

the Master/Slave communication receptacles on
your relay panel

ANALOG/SWITCH INPUT/OUTPUTS TB 1-12*

+24V

OUT

IN

COM

S2

EMERGENCY

RELAY

EMERGENCY

INPUT - TB21 *

IN

COM

IN

OUT

TB3

+24V

OUT

TB4

S3

S4

+24V

IN

OUT

COM

+24V

TB5

S5

ANALOG/SWITCH I/O*

SELECTOR S1 THRU S12

C 2004 LEVITON MFG. CO.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED WORLDWIDE

COM

COM

IN

OUT

+24V

IN

OUT

TB6

TB7

S7

S6

JUMPER ON PULLS INPUT HIGH

}

JUMPER OFF IS DEFAULT

OX-70121-00-00-01 MASTER
OX-70121-00-00-02 SLAVE

IN

COM

+24V

EMERGENCY
HEARTBEAT-C
LUMANET
DMX
CAN1
CAN2
ETH/MODEM
5V POWER

OUT

TB8

S8

+24V

COM

IN

OUT

+24V

COM

TB9

IN

S9

OUT

TB10

S10

+24V

COM

OUT

IN

TB11

S11

Terminator Jumper

MASTER/SLAVE

AC2

18 VAC IN

IN

OUT

+24V

COM

+24V

TB12

S12

ETHERNET/MODEM

JP7 TERM

JP9 TERM

AC1

JP11
TERM

COM

TB20

TB15

1

1

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Step 2: Install the jumper. Your cabinet is now terminated.

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Low Voltage Control Wiring

WEB VERSION

The use of low voltage control inputs on Remote Relay panels is
only available in software release 1.40 and above for both the
master and slave cabinets. If you plan to use this feature,
please make sure that all cabinets have been upgraded.
Additionally, if your cabinet was shipped before 1.40 was
released, the firmware may need to be updated. If you suspect
this is the case, please contact our technical services
department at [phone].

Once the power wiring has been completed, control wiring can be
addressed. Control wiring can be divided into two categories:
analog and digital. When dealing with remote relay panels, only
the analog control inputs can be used.

The remote relay panels can accept the following control signals
on any of its inputs:

• Low Voltage inputs (Switches)

• Photocells

• Occupancy Sensors

• Dry Contacts

• Analog 0-10VDC Inputs

Low Voltage Control Wiring,

Each product (and in some cases each model of a product) has
a slightly different layout at the terminals blocks. The specific
functions of each terminal is labeled on the circuit board
adjacent to the terminal blocks. When wiring the inputs, verify
that you are connecting the correct wire to the correct terminal
based on function even if it deviates from that shown in this
documentation. Contact our technical services department with
any undocumented quesitons.

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The specific wiring requirements for each input type is dicsused
on the following pages.

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Control Wiring Termination

WEB VERSION

This section gives instructions for terminating all types of low
voltage inputs.

• Leviton recommends minimum 18AWG stranded wire for all
low voltage wiring

• Terminate all control wiring directly to the terminal blocks on
the printed circuit board. Use a small 1/8-in. flat screwdriver
on these terminals

• Terminal blocks are 2-part terminals and can be removed for
ease of termination. When reinstalling them make sure they
are plugged in the correct direction for the way they were
wired

• On the 4 relay remote panel, models re4sd-*, inputs #5 & #6,
labeled photocell and occupancy sensors can not be used

• All control wiring shall be considered Class 2

• Use control wire type and size as specified below:

Connector Type Wire Size and type Torque
Switch Inputs 14-18 AWG, Stranded 2 in-lb.

Control Wire Type and Size

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Input Trigger - What determines an "ON"

Each of the low voltage inputs can be triggered by either the
supply of voltage or a connection to common. When voltage is
supplied to an input indicating a change of state, we call this
"pulling up the input" or "active high." When a connection to
common triggers the input, causes a change of state, we call this
"pulling down the input" or "active low."

By default, all inputs are active high (that is receiving voltage to
trigger). Active High inputs must not exceed a nominal +24VDC

Low Voltage Control Wiring,

WEB VERSION

and must be above +9vdc. Active Low inputs must connect to
the same common at the same potential as the cabinet.

To change from an active high input to an active low input, the
polarity jumper must change position. There are several
illustrations which show the location of these jumpers.
Additionally, when configuring the input, it must be configured as
an "Active Low" input. Reference the section in this user guide
which deals with the configuration of low voltage discreet inputs.

Input Power Requirements

The relay cabinet has a finite amount of power which it can
supply to connected devices. This topic is discussed in detail in
the following section "Power Considerations for Control Systems"
Please make sure that you do not exceed the amount of available
power, or damage to your relay cabinet or connected devices
may occur.

General Requirements for Connecting any Device to
Low Voltage Inputs

Step 1: Connect leads per wiring diagram as illustrated in the

figures on the following pages

Step 2: Twist strands of each lead tightly (making sure that

there are no stray strands) and push firmly into
appropriate plug connector location.

Step 3: Tighten the screws on the plug connector—making

sure that no bare conductor is showing.

Step 4: Plug the connector back onto the control module

with the screws facing the front and the wires
coming out of the connector toward the top of the
cabinet.

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Low Voltage Input Terminals & Connections

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The next several drawings show the location of inputs in the
various cabinet types.

Inputs Not

Available

& Switch Inputs

USB

Connector

Common

Relay #1

Relay #2

Relay #3

Relay #4

Active hi/low jumper

Relay

Input &

Outputs

(Typical of

all relays)

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Control

Power

Input

Low Voltage Input Locations, 4 relay remote relay

cabinets

Low Voltage Control Wiring,

WEB VERSION

Jumper Locations (typical) for changing active high/active low

Switch Inputs and DMX Connector-
Wire Range #14 - #24 AWG
Torque2 LB-IN

ANALOG/SWITCH INPUT/OUTPUTS TB 1-12*

IN

IN

COM

OUT

+24V

TB1S1TB2

NC

NO

COMMON

COM
EMERG

SWITCH BOARD

(OPTIONAL)

J15

J6

USB TYPE B

+24V

OUT

COM

S2

EMERGENCY

RELAY

EMERGENCY

INPUT - TB21 *

IN

COM

IN

OUT

+24V

OUT

TB3

TB4

S3

S4

+24V

IN

OUT

COM

+24V

TB5

S5

ANALOG/SWITCH I/O*

SELECTOR S1 THRU S12

C 2004 LEVITON MFG. CO.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED WORLDWIDE

COM

COM

IN

OUT

+24V

IN

OUT

+24V

TB6

TB7

S6

S7

JUMPER ON PULLS INPUT HIGH

}

JUMPER OFF IS DEFAULT

OX-70121-00-00-01 MASTER
OX-70121-00-00-02 SLAVE

OUT

IN

COM

+24V

TB8

S8

EMERGENCY
HEARTBEAT-C
LUMANET
DMX
CAN1
CAN2
ETH/MODEM
5V POWER

COM

Luma-Net Connector
Wire Range #12 - #24 AWG
Torque 5 LB-IN

COM

IN

OUT

TB9

S9

+24V

IN

OUT

TB10

S10

+24V

COM

OUT

IN

+24V

TB11

S11

MASTER/SLAVE

AC2

18 VAC IN

COM

IN

OUT

+24V

COM

TB12

S12

ETHERNET/MODEM

JP7 TERM

JP9 TERM

AC1

JP11
TERM

TB20

TB15

1

1

ALL OFF NORMAL ALL ON

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cabinets

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Connecting Low Voltage Switches,

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CO

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Connecting Low Voltage Switches

Z-MAX relay panels support a variety of low voltage switch types
such as:

• Momentary - provides momentary contacts, triggering
alternating on/off actions

• Maintained - triggers On action when connection is made, Off
action when removed

• Momentary On/Off with On & Off terminals provided - provides
momentary connection to the "On" terminal to trigger an on
action, momentary connection to the "Off". Used with single
pole double throw center off (SPDT-CO) switches

• Momentary On/Off with only "IN" or "ON" terminal - used with
2 pole center off switches and must be used in conjunction
with either the part number #rac00-2sc or #rac00-2sb switch
input kits to convert from a 1 terminal to a 2 terminal input

Each
Input has
a multi­position
screw
terminal
with
various
positions.
The
terminal
can be
pulled off
its base
for ease of
wiring.
Two
possible
pinouts
are shown.

erminal layout common to 4

COMMON

INPUT 1INPUT 2INPUT 3INPUT 4

1A 2AG

SLOW BLOW FUSE

USB

24 & 48 relay cabinets

ANALOG/SWIT

Terminal layout common to

IN

+24V

OUT

IN

COM

OUT

+24V

IN

COM

r

(2-4 typical)

e

ON OFF +24V OUT

COM

OUT

+24V

Input #1

IN

OUT

+24V

M

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TB2

S2

TB3

S3

TB4

S4

TB5

S5

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the product with the device being wired to ensure that it is wired
correctly.

Regardless of the pinout of your particular product, the common
designations for terminals are as follows:

Pin Label Function

+24V Supplies +24Vdc power to devices, usually

COM Connection to DC Common of the cabinet

IN Switch Input or signal from device. Usually

OUT Used for connection to device LED indicating on/off

state of that input. Connects to common when on,

LED Used for connection to device LED indicating on/off

state of that input. Connects to common when on,

ON Usually can be configured identically to the IN

terminal but can be configured as Momentary ON

unregulated

expecting +V to trigger.

floats when off. (Max 0.04A)

"floats" when off. (Max 0.04A)

input only

OFF Momentary OFF input only

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By default the "IN" or the "ON" terminal is expecting +V to
trigger as would be typical with many styles of low voltage
switches. If a connection to common is required, it requires some
jumper and software reconfiguraiton. For more information on
this topic, please reference the discussion on input triggers found
on page 52.

Connecting Low Voltage Switch

Step 1: Strip each wire from your device and tightly twist the

wires together

Connecting Low Voltage Switches,

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Step 2: Insert the wires from the device into the connector

on the relay cabinet in the appropriate location

Step 3: Tighten the terminal screw, and repeat for all wires

from the device

Step 4: Plug the terminal block back into the cabinet with the

screws facing towards you and the wires exiting
towards the side or top of the cabinet. Alternatively,
the connector can be inserted with the screws
parallel to the circuit board and the wires exiting
towards you

Step 5: Verify that the wires land on the correct terminals

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Occupancy Sensors

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One of the control input types which your relay cabinet can
accept is Occupancy Sensors. When using an occupancy sensor,
the cabinet is expecting a DC voltage, between +9V & +24V to
trigger an occupied state, or a floating input to indicate an
unoccupied state. The specific function of what happens in each
of these states is set via software configuration. This section only
deals with connecting your Occupancy sensor to your relay
cabinet.

Occupancy Sensor Wiring

Step 1: Connect leads per wiring diagram below.

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Step 2: Twist strands of each lead tightly (making sure that

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there are no stray strands) and push firmly into
appropriate plug connector location.

Step 3: Tighten the screws on the plug connector making

sure that no bare conductor is showing.

Step 4: Plug the connector back onto the control module.
Step 5: Verif y that the wires from the Oc cupancy Sensors are

connected to the correct terminals in the cabinet.

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Photocells

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Photocells, Photocell Wiring

The relay cabinet is capable of supporting the following types of
photocells:

• Switched Photocell (On/Off, trigger point set at photocell)

• 0-10V Photocell

The configuration and behavior of your photocell is set via
software and discussed elsewhere. This seciton only covers
installation.

Photocell Wiring

Step 1: Connect leads per wiring diagram as illustrated in

one of the figures below:

Common

IN +V COM

PhotoCell

Terminal order/function may differ from
that shown. Confi rm on cabinet circuit
board or I.D. label.

(DC Ground)

Power (+24VDC)

Control Signal

(+0-10VDC)

IN +V COM

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Terminal order/function may differ from
that shown. Confi rm on cabinet circuit
board or I.D. label.

0-10VDC Photocell Wiring

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PhotoCell

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Note: If your switching photo­cell requires +24VDC power,
this power can be sourced from
the cabinet just like a 0-10VDC
photocell. The switch legs
should still be between COM &
IN terminals

Switch Leg

Switch Leg

IN +V COM

AC Power

Note: Switch Legs must be
completly isolated from
Photocell AC power and
should be connected to
either side of the switching
relay at the photocell.

Switching Photocell

Step 2: Twist strands of each lead tightly (making sure that

there are no stray strands) and push firmly into
appropriate plug connector location.

Step 3: Tighten the screws on the plug connector making

sure that no bare conductor is showing.

Step 4: Plug the connector back onto the control module

with the screws facing the front and the wires
coming out of the connector towards the top of the
cabinet.

Step 5: If using a switched photocell, make sure that the

jumper below the connector is in the "ON" position.

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Wiring with an External Power Supply

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When needed, an external class 2 power supply can be used to
supply power to Low Voltage devices connected to the low
voltage inputs. When this is required, wire the system by
following the diagram below.

,

External
Power
Supply
+24VDC typ.

Power +V

Common

OUT

+24

OFF

IN

OUT

+24

OFF

IN

COM

COM

COM

COM

Cabinet
Common
Terminals

Device

Device

Optional LED

Control Signal
+24VDC or 0-10VDC
Depends on Device

Optional LED

Control Signal
+24VDC or 0-10VDC
Depends on Device

Using an External Power Supply

You must consider the following when using an external power
supply:

• Use the external supply for +24V (or other required device)
and common to the devices

• Any return from a device which is connected to a switch input
must not exceed +24VDC.

• Connect the common from the external supply to the common
of any switch input

• Use the device output (Control Signal) to the "IN" terminal of
the respective switch input

• Use the "OUT" terminal from the switch input for device
feedback, like a low voltage switch LED

• DO NOT connect the +V of the external supply to any of the
+24V terminals of the relay panel. This will nullify the Class 2
rating of the power run.

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, Power Considerations for Control Systems

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Power Considerations for
Control Systems

The control system should be carefully planned to take these
important issues into consideration:

• Power Supply for connected devices

• Wire Size for Power Runs

On systems where full factory drawings have been provided, our
Applications Engineering department has already managed these
calculations for you so you need only follow the instructions on
the system drawings. However, on any installation where factory
drawings were not provided, the information contained within
this guide must be followed to ensure that all of your devices
operate properly and without failures or complete in-operability.

This chapter contains information which applies

to many Leviton products and is not necessarily
limited to the product which is primarily included
in this manual. There may be information in this
chapter which is not relevant to your particular
installation. If you have questions about ANY
information contained herein, please
immediately contact our Technical Services
Department prior

to proceeding with installation.

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Terminology

Please review these definitions which are used throughout this
chapter:

Power Supply

•

power to other devices

or

Supply

- references a device which supplies

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•

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Power Control Device (PCD)

power. Examples of Devices in the Leviton product line which
control power are dimming racks, relay panels, A-2000, i-series
e, Z-MAX, etc. Generally PCD’ s also supply a certain amount of
power to connected low voltage control devices

Control Devices

•

these terms all refer to control devices which connect to a
Power Control Device (PCD). These devices could be simple
low voltage switches, Occupancy Sensors, or D8000 control
stations

Luma-Net

•

Luma-Net is an RS-485 based control protocol used by D8000
& D4200 control devices. Many of our PCD (Power Control
Device) products have a direct data connection for a Luma-Net
device. All Luma-Net Control Devices require power in one
form or another. This power generally accompanies the data
wires

Unit Load -

•

an arbitrary definition by Leviton and was created to simplify
power calculations

or

Low Voltage Control Devices

- is one of our network lighting control protocols.

(1) Unit load is defined as 25mA, or 0.025A. It is

- refers to a device which controls

or

Device

-

Power Requirements & Maximum Run Length

Each Control Device used in your system has a different load
(draw) and each PCD can support a different total load (supply.)
The steps for determining the total load of your network and
verifying that the supply is sufficient are simple--or at least
logical:

Step 1: Determine the maximum available current of your

supply, be it a PCD or other Power Supply. Convert
this to the maximum number of Unit Loads if
necessary.

Step 2: Sum the required load of each Control Device,

expressed in unit loads

Step 3: Verify that the Sum from Step 2 <= the maximum

available power from your supply in Step 1.

• If this verification fails, the Sum of required loads is >

than the available supply, either use an external
power supply or reduce the number of control
devices. Or, contact our Technical Services
department for help.

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One Unit Load = 25mA = .025A

Control Station A Unit Load

Quantity of Station A's attached

X

Power Control
Device (PCD)

a-2000D, 12 Circuit,
Standard Power Supply

a-2000D, 18 Circuit,
277V,
Standard Power Supply

Control Station B Unit Load

+

Quantity of Station B's attached

X

Same formula
for any other attached

+

control Station

Power Supply's

<

Available Unit Load

Load Rating Verification Formula

Power Control Devices - Available Supply Current

The Z-MAX cabinets are designed to be able to power external
control loads from the internal power supply. See the table below
for the available power from each cabinet.

Maxim
um
# of
Unit
Loads

52 12VDC Z-MAX 8 Cabinet 20 24

49 12VDC Z-MAX 24 Cabinet

Supply
(VDC)

Power Control
Device (PCD)

(Master or Slave)

Maxim
um #
of Unit
Loads

20 24

Supply
(VDC)

VDC

VDC

a-2000D, 24 Circuit
Standard Power Supply

a-2000D, 12 Circuit,
Large Power Supply

a-2000D, 18 Circuit,
277V,
Large Power Supply

a-2000D, 24 Circuit
Large Power Supply

NPC – XP 49 12-24

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46 12VDC Z-MAX 48 Cabinet

(Master or Slave)

120 12VDC Z-MAX Switch Input

Board (accessory to Z­MAX 24 & 48 size
Cabinets)

117 12VDC EZ-MAX 6 24

114 12VDC RRP - Z-MAX Remote

Relay Panel
i Series e (all Racks)

VDC

20 24

VDC

20 24

VDC

VDC

6 24

VDC

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Power Control

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Device (PCD)

NPC – DHV N/A N/A
NPC – DLR 49 12-24

Power Supply Maximum Unit Loads

Maxim
um
# of
Unit
Loads

Supply
(VDC)

VDC

The sum of all devices connected to all power
output terminals can not exceed the Maximum
number of Unit Loads available in the PCD or
supply.

Power Control
Device (PCD)

Maxim
um #
of Unit
Loads

Supply
(VDC)

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Control Devices Unit Load

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@12VDC

Unit Load

@24VDC

Station Type Unit Load

@ 12VDC

Unit Load
@ 24VDC

D4200 LCD 5 2 Z-MAX Digital Switch,

1 Button

D4200 Entry (Button), 2 1 Z-MAX Digital Switch,

2 Buttons

D4200 Room Combine
Station

D4200 Remote I/R 2 1 Z-MAX Digital Sw., 4

Luma-Net Hub 6 3 Z-MAX Digital Swiitch,

D8000 LCD 3 2 Z-MAX Digital Switch,

D8000 Entry (Button) 2 1 Z-MAX Digital Switch,

D8000 Slider 2 1 Z-MAX Digital Sw., 10

D8000 Key switch 1 1 1 Button Low Voltage

D8000 I.O Port 2 1 2 Button Low Voltage

3 1 Z-AX Digital Switch, 3

Buttons

Buttons

5 Button

6 Button

8 Button

Button

Switch

Switch

N/A 0.6

N/A 0.8

N/A 1.0

N/A 1.1

N/A 1.3

N/A 1.0

N/A 1.1

N/A 1.3

N/A 0.6

N/A 0.9

D8000 Combine/
Closure (Advanced)

Infrared Only Occ
Sensor

Ultrasonic Only Occ.
Sensor

Multi-tech Occ Sensor N/A 1.2 6 Button Low Voltage

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11 10 3 Button Low Voltage

Switch

N/A 1.2 4 Button Low Voltage

Switch

N/A 1.2 5 Button Low Voltage

Switch

Switch

N/A 1.2

N/A 1.5

N/A 1.8

N/A 2.1

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Control Devices Unit Load

@12VDC

Ultrasonic 2-W ay Oc c.
Sensor

Multi-tech 2-Way Oc c,
Sensor

Photocell, odc0p-00w Photocell, pcatr-000
Photocell, pcind-000 ­Photocell, pcout-000 ­Photocell, pcsky-000 -

N/A 1.4 8 Button Low Voltage

N/A 1.4 10 Button Low

Control Device Loads

Unit Load

@24VDC

Station Type Unit Load

Switch

Voltage Switch

Power Wire - Run Length

The maximum total run length of each segment is a function of
the total number of unit loads. A run becomes too long when the
voltage drop, due to wire size and run length, incr eases to a point
where the station does not have sufficient voltage to operate.
The maximum run length, in feet, based on the total number of
unit loads is shown below:

@ 12VDC

N/A 2.7

N/A 3.3

Unit Load
@ 24VDC

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(2) Tables are provided, (1) @ 12VDC and (1) at

24VDC. Make sure that you use the correct table!

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14 AWG (Feet) 12 AWG (Feet) 10 AWG (Feet)

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10 Unit Loads 1905 3000 4800
20 Unit Loads 950 1500 2400
30 Unit Loads 630 1000 1600
40 Unit Loads 475 750 1200
50 Unit Loads 380 600 960
60 Unit Loads 315 500 800
70 Unit Loads 270 425 685
80 Unit Loads 235 375 600
90 Unit Loads 210 330 530
100 Unit Loads 190 300 480
110 Unit Loads 170 270 435
120 Unit Loads 155 250 400

Wire Size vs. Length of Runs - Power Wiring @12 VDC

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Configuration

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All of the functional configuration of your relay cabinet is
performed at the master control module. However, prior to the
master control module being able to address the remote relay
cabinets, there are two primary configuration steps which must
occur:

Before we get into the specific configuration of the above items,
please review the basic rules of Master/Slave networks and
network topology on page page 21. The rules expressed in that
section are critical to the successful operation of your network.

Out of the Box Configuration

The steps required to successfully configure your remote relay
panel are as follows:

, Remote/Slave Cabinet Configuration

•Set the Starting Relay Number

•Set the starting relay & remote input number

Step 1: Configure the Slave Cabinets
Step 2: Configure the Master Cabinet for Master/Slave
Step 3: Verify Network Communication
Step 4: Configure relay functionality at the Master

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Remote/Slave Cabinet
Configuration

The remote relay cabinets must be configured with their starting
relay number. On some of the relay cabinets this is performed
using a dipswitch on the circuit board inside the cabinet, on other
relay cabinets this configuration must be performed from a PC
connected via USB.

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Comments & Examples on Relay Numbering

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Please find a discussion with examples of relay numbering found
on page 23. This information may be helpful when configuring
your relay panels.

Configuration of Remote Relay Cabinets with
Dipswitches

Locate the 8 position dipswitch and set the "MRN" code which
corresponds to the starting relay number. The MRN code and
corresponding starting relay numbers can be found in the table
on the next page. The MRN code equals the sum of all the values
"enabled" by the dipswitch.

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, Remote/Slave Cabinet Configuration

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Table of MRN Codes & Starting Relay Number

MRN Code Start Relay Number

11
25
39
413
517
621
725
829

933
10 37
11 41
12 45
13 49
14 53
15 57
16 61
17 65
18 69
19 73
20 77
21 81
22 85
23 89
24 93

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To Set the MRN Code:

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Step 1: Choose the MRN code that corresponds to your

starting relay code as shown in the Table of MRN
Codes & Starting Relay Number on page 77.

Step 2: Enter the MRN code into the dipswitch by adding the

value of each lever in the "On" position. The values
of the levers are as follows:

1 = 1
2 = 2
3 = 4
4 = 8
5 = 16
6 = 32
7 = 64
8 = 128

For example, if you wanted to set the starting relay number to
77, you would reference from the starting relay number to MRN
code chart that

Starting Relay Number 77 = MRN Code 20

From that you then would deduce that you need Lever 3 & 5 in
the on position because 16 + 4 , the values associated with
levers 3 & 5 sum to 20, resulting in a starting relay number of 77.

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Configuration of Remote Relay Cabinets
without Dipswitches or via USB

Remote relay cabinets that do not have dipswitches for setting
the starting relay number you must be configured via USB. The
instructions contained in this part of the manual assume that you
already have a successful connection between your PC and your
relay cabinet. For instructions connecting your PC to your relay

, Configuration of Master Control Panel

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cabinet, please reference the instructions contained at our
website, www.leviton.com and in your master control panel user
guide. Additionally, for this purpose, your PC requires additional
software and drivers which must be downloaded from our
website.

Once connected to the relay panel via USB and you have the
terminal program open at the Z-MAX prompt, there are several
settings which can be set to affect operation of master/slave
cabinets. From the terminal prompt, the command ’help’ (without
quotes) can be used at anytime to list out all c ommands and their
syntax. Note that not all settings are applicable to remote panels.

• MRN Code - sets the MRN code determining the starting relay
for this panel. This is usually the only option you’re going to
need to set for Remote relay panels. A table of MRN codes and
their corresponding starting relay number can be found on
page 77.

• MRE Code - The setting is only used in Master panel
configurations to set the number of external relays. On slave
cabinets this should always be set to 0, the default setting

• MRI Code - Set the number of local (or internal) relays to the
cabinet. This should be set to the maximum number of relay
module positions in the cabinet.

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Configuration of Master Control
Panel

Enable Master/Slave Communication

Configuration of the master control panel can be performed from
the LCD. There are three settings which need to be set on the
Master Control panels to enable Master/Slave Communication

• Remote Relay (RMT RLY) Setting, to enable Master/Slave
communication

• Number of Local Relays (LOC RELA Y) if a setting other than the
default of (48) is required

• Set the Remote Node ID of the Mater panel to indicate that it is
a master (MAS).

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Enabling Master/Slave Communication

If it is desired to h

l

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Step 1: Press the MENU button to enter the menu structure
Step 2: Use the arrow keys and the SELECT/SAVE key to

navigate to Configuration, System Setup, then
Global Defaults

Step 3: Using the arrow keys, find the menu below:

GLOBAL DEFAULTS

REMOT NODEID OFF

Step 4: Press SELECT/SAVE until the OFF is blinking, then

use the arrow keys to set it to MAS

GLOBAL DEFAULTS

REMOT NODEID MAS

Step 5: Press SELECT/SAVE to save the setting

ave a Master relay pane

operate as a Slave panel, set the RMT RLY to an
MRN code from the preceding table which will
define both this panel as a Remote panel and set
the starting relay number.

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Setting the Total number of Remote Relays

The total number of remote relays controlled by this master must
be set so that the master cabinet knows how many relays it
needs to address. To set this value:

Step 1: Press the MENU button to enter the menu structure
Step 2: Use the arrow keys and the SELECT/SAVE key to

navigate to Configuration, System Setup, then
Global Defaults

, Configuration of Master Control Panel

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Step 3: Using the arrow keys, find the menu below:

GLOBAL DEFAULTS

REMOT RELAYS OFF

Step 4: Press SELECT/SAVE until the OFF is blinking, then

use the arrow keys or numbers to set it to enter the
total number of relays in all remote relay cabinets. If
we were only controlling one 24 remote cabinet and
one 4 relay remote cabinet, this value would be 28.

GLOBAL DEFAULTS
REMOT RELAYS 28

Step 5: Press SELECT/SAVE to save the setting

Enabling Remote Discrete Inputs

If you intend to have switches or other inputs (discrete) land at
the remote relay panels yet to be configured from the master
control panel, you must enable the receipt by the master panel of
these messages. To enable remote discrete inputs, please

perform the following steps:
The use of low voltage control inputs on Remote Relay panels is
only available in software release 1.40 and above for both the
master and slave cabinets. If you plan to use this feature,
please make sure that all cabinets have been upgraded.
Additionally, if your cabinet was shipped before 1.40 was
released, the firmware may need to be updated. If you suspect
this is the case, please contact our technical services
department at [phone].

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Step 1: Press the MENU button to enter the menu structure
Step 2: Use the arrow keys and the SELECT/SAVE key to

navigate to Configuration, System Setup, then
Global Defaults

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Step 3: Using the arrow keys, find the menu below:

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GLOBAL DEFAULTS

RMT DISCRETE OFF

Step 4: Press SELECT/SAVE until the OFF is blinking, then

use the arrow keys or numbers to change it to ON.

GLOBAL DEFAULTS
RMT DISCRETE ON

Step 5: Press SELECT/SAVE to save the setting

Communication Verification

Once all setup has been performed, and with the system
powered up, verify that the Master & Remote cabinets have
successfully "linked" to each other and are in communication with
each other. To perform this validation, open the panels and look
at the diagnostic LED’s. Depending on the panel type, the
location of these LED’s may vary. Look for the LED labeled
"Master/Slave" or "CAN". The status of this LED could be as
follows:

• Blinking - Congratulations, cabinets are communicating
successfully

• Off - Communication is not enabled. Check the Remote Node
ID setting. (See page 80)

• On Solid - Addressing Conflict or other communication error.
Verify configuration of all master and remote panels.

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Conclusion

Once power circuits and low voltage inputs have been connected,
and communication between the remote panels and their master
have been verified, this part of the setup is complete.

The master control panel now has control over all inputs and
relays. The relays act as an extension of the master relays and

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the inputs act as an extension of the master inputs. To complete
the functional programming of your system, please reference
your Z-MAX User’s guide which details the remainder of the
required programming.

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Warranty Information

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Limited Warranty

Leviton Manufacturing Co Inc. warrants the products represented in
this manual to be free of material and workmanship defects for a
period of ten years after system acceptance or ten years after shipment
from Leviton, whichever comes first.

This Warranty is limited to repair or replacement of defective
equipment returned Freight Pre-Paid to Leviton Manufact uring at 20497
SW Teton Ave., Tualatin, Oregon 97062, USA. User shall call 1-800-959­6004 and request a return authorization number to mark on the outside
of the returning carton, to assure that the returned material will be
properly received at Leviton.

All equipment shipped back to Leviton must be carefully and properly
packed to avoid shipping damage. Replacements or repaired equipment
will be returned to sender freight prepaid, F.O.B. factory. Leviton is not
responsible for removing or replacing equipment on the job site, and
will not honor charges for such work. Leviton will not be responsible for
any loss of use time or subsequent damages should any of the
equipment fail during the warranty period, but agrees only to repair or
replace defective equipment returned to its plant in Tual atin, Oregon.

This Warranty is void on any product that has been improperly
installed, overloaded, short circuited, abused, or altered in any manner.
Neither the seller nor Leviton shall be liable for any injury, loss or
damage, direct or consequential arising out of the use of or inability to
use the equipment. This Warranty does not cover lamps, ballasts, and
other equipment which is supplied or warranted directly to the user by
their manufacturer. Leviton makes no warranty as to the Fitness for
Purpose or other implied Warranties.

WEB VERSION

Leviton Lighting Managemenet Systems Division Headquarters

WEB VERSION

20497 SW Teton Avenue, Tualatin, OR 97062

Customer Service Telephone: [phone] x FAX: [phone]

Tech Line: 1-800-959-6004

Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc.
59-25 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY 11362-2591

Telephone: [phone] x FAX: [phone]

Visit Leviton’s Web site at http://www.leviton.com
© 2005 Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc. All Rights Reserved
Specifications and Pricing Subject to Change at any time without notice

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