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PRODUCT DATA
A Guide to the Dimmer Pack
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1. Reversible side plates for handles or
rack mounting
2. Output sockets (2 per dimmer)
3. 10A HRC fuse
4. Dimmer power indicators
5. Circuit test push buttons
6. Circuit test LED
7. Control signal input socket
(+10V or -10V)
Act 6+
Compact dimmer pack with six 10A 230V
dimmers controlled by 0V to 10V analogue
signal (plus/minus autosensing) per dimmer
or optionally, multiplex signals. All versions
supplied with double sockets, and analogue
input. By removing a blank cover panel, and
installing the optional Multi-mux module,
any dimmer pack can operate with either
DMX 512 or Strand D54 multiplex signals.
An added feature with the Multimux module
is the self-powered effects package which
provides 4 effect types, selection of channels
in the effect and the effect speed, each one
selected by the mux start address switches.
A blank socket panel version is available to
mount custom connectors
(e.g. a single connector for a multicore
cable). All versions accept three phase
power, and include a single phase linking
strap.
V 220V/240V 50/60Hz A 60A W 6 x 2kW d 6
Y 0 - 10V (+/-), option: DMX512, D54
O 490 x 300 x 180mm w 9.6kg p 11.3 kg
P 0.107m¬ s BS 800, VDE 0875, EN55014,
EN50081-1, EN50082-1, IP20 to EN60529
Cat No Description
73010 Act 6+, dual 15A sockets
73030 Act 6+, dual 15A sockets, with
73012 Act 6+, dual Schuko sockets
73013 Act 6+, dual Schuko sockets
73032 Act 6+, dual Schuko sockets, with
73033 Act 6+, dual Schuko sockets, with
GENERAL V Supply voltage A Current rating in amps W Wattage w Weight of product
O Overall dimension of product p Packed weight P Packed volume s Compliance with international
standards. d Quantity of dimmers Y Control protocol
Multi-mux module
complete with mains cable 2.5m and
CEE17 plug 3P+N+E
Multi-mux module
Multi-mux module complete with
mains cable 2.5m and CEE17 plug
3P+N+E
A GUIDE TO SYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATIONS
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8. Optional Multimux module
9. DMX input and output sockets
10. ‘DMX present’ LED
11. DMX line termination switch and LED
12. Multiplex address switches (also used
for auto-sequence function)
13. D54 input and output sockets
14. ‘D54 present’ LED
73018 Act 6+, dual CEE17 16A sockets
73038 Act 6+, dual CEE17 16A sockets,
73020 Act 6+, blank socket panel
73040 Act 6+, blank socket panel, with
with Multi-mux module
Multi-mux module
Act 6+ Accessories
Cat. No. Description
76030 Multi-mux module, D54/DMX512
61106 6-way & master control desk
66090 DIN8 2m control cable
66091 DIN8 5m control cable
66092 DIN8 25m control cable
66083 DMX control cable, 2m
66081 DMX control cable, 10m
66082 DMX control cable, 25m
IP
International Protection Standard
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DIMMING
ACT 6+
Dimmer Pack
180mm
(7")
300mm
(11.8")
483mm
19."
● Six 10A 230V dimmers in a rugged, portable economical pack
● Ideal for temporary lighting rigs, or small installations
● Two sockets per dimmer, analogue or optional DMX512/D54
multiplex control
● Analogue input accepts positive or negative control signals
● Optional plug-in Multimux module gives multiplex control
capability and integral chase effects feature
● Push-button test switch per dimmer with adjustable test level
and “test on” indicator
● Fuse “OK” LED indicator per dimmer
● Provision for wall mounting or 19" rack mounting
● For use with suitable RCD devices
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PAGE 2 © Strand Lighting ACT 6+ DIMMER PACKS VERSION 1.0
Electrical
Supply Voltage / 194 - 264V, 48 - 62Hz
Frequency Three phase plus neutral and earth, or single phase plus neutral and
earth when phase link bar is fitted.
Main power connector should be 60A or greater (single phase), 20A
or greater (three phase). Recommended connector type: CEE 17
BS4343
Total Capacity Six dimmers with two sockets per dimmer. Maximum load 10A per
dimmer - total 60A resistive (tungsten) loads only. Minimum load
200W per dimmer.
Control Analogue auto-sensing 0V to - 10V (full-on) via 10KΩ resistor and
silicon diode, or 0V to +10V (full-on) via 1K resistor and silicon
diode. When Multimux module is fitted, analogue and either Strand
D54 or DMX512 Mux signal can function simultaneously, with the
dimmer responding to the highest level.
Dimmer test switches - switch any dimmer to a preset level.
Operational Data
Connections Mains input cable can be inserted through a 25mm or 32mm cable
entry hole in the rear panel or 32mm hole in the left hand side, using
a suitable cable gland. Load connections are made with individual
plugs (maximum 2 per circuit)
Circuit Protection Each dimmer module is protected by a 10A HRC 32mm x 6.3mm
(1.25" x 0.25") fuse.
Control Input Analogue 0V - 10V (+/-), via 8 pin locking DIN connector on front
panel. DMX512 (1990) multiplexed digital control and Strand D54
multiplexed analogue control via 3 pin XLR connector, both on
Multimux module faceplate. (Multiplexed control inputs are only
Ambient Temp 0°C - 35°C.
Operating Range
Relative Humidity 10% - 95%, zero condensation.
Operating Range
Operating Clean, dry ventillated space within temperature and
Environment/ humidity limitations.
Ventilation
Standards BS800. VDE 0875, EN55014, EN50081-1,
Compliance EN50082-1
Ingress Protection IP 20 (IEC529/EN60529).
Finish/Color Grey powder coat epoxy paint.
Labelling Strand Lighting in white.
Construction Extruded aluminium heatsink forms the upper
Act 6+ 9.6kg/21.12lb 188mm/7.4" 275mm/10.8" 483mm/19."
Packed 0.107m
Volume
Environmental Data
Mechanical Data
section of the case, with sheet metal chassis and
side plates. Carrying handles are formed into the
side plates which are reversible for 19" rack
mounting.
Weights and Dimensions
Weight Height Depth Width
3
(3.81cu ft )
available when the optional Multimux module is fitted.)
LED Indicators Indication of power available to each dimmer (fuse OK). When
fitted with Multimux module LED’s indicate the presence of D54 or
DMX multiplex signal and status of DMX line termination.
Control Cable Plug connections to the front panel.
Entry
Output Max 2.4kW per dimmer. Dimmers are rated for continuous loads.
Local Control The test level is factory set at approximately 70% of full intensity. It is
adjustable from 40% to 80% through the base plate. With the
Multimux module fitted the auto-sequencing step and fading chase
effects are preset and initiated by setting the pack address switches
in the range 600 to 999.
Cooling Method Extruded heatsink case provides adequate cooling in any well-
ventilated position.
London: Strand Lighting Ltd, Grant Way, Isleworth, Middlesex, TW7 5QD, United Kingdom.
Wolfenbüttel: Strand Lighting GmbH, Salzbergstraße 2, 38302 Wolfenbüttel, Germany.
Rome: Strand Lighting Srl, Via delle Gardenie 33, Pontina Vecchia Km 33,400,
Brussels: Strand Lighting Ltd, Chaussée de Haecht 1801, 1130 Bruxelles, Belgium
Stockholm: Strand Lighting Ltd, Box 20105, Tappvägen 24, 161 02 Bromma, Sweden
ALSO
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The Company reserves the right to make any variation in design or construction to the
equipment described. © Strand Lighting Ltd 1995, Strand™, Strand Lighting™
and Act 6+™ are trade marks of Strand Lighting Limited. Strand Lighting is a company
within the Film & Television Division of The Rank Organisation Plc, United Kingdom.
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