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Power Requirements .................................................................... .............................................................. 6
Power Distribution ...................................................................................................................................... 9
Power Requirements .................................................................... ............................................................ 10
Power Distribution .................................................................................................................................... 13
Control Input ................................................................... .............................................................................. 14
Set all Dimmer Levels ......................................................... ..................................................................... 17
Set single Dimmer Level .......................................................................................................................... 17
Set Level ....................... ....................................................................................................................... 20
Local .................................................................................................................................................... 21
Set Minimum Output for All, Odd or Even Dimmers ............................................................................. 22
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Set Minimum Output Level for Single Dimmer ...................................................................... ............... 22
Maximum Output ................................ .......................................................................................................... 23
Set Maximum Output Level for All, Odd or Even Dimmers ................................................................... 23
Set Maximum Output Level for a Single Dimmer.......................................................... ........................ 23
Information ................................................................................................................................................... 26
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Introduction
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Strand Lighting ProPack dimmer packs are compact, portable dimmin g units,
designed for use in conjunction with a lighting control console.
The ProPack accepts standard DMX512 multiplexed digital control input
The physical dimensions of a ProPack dimmer pack are shown in Figure 1.
ProPack are suitable only for use in an area of office level cleanliness. The space
should have sufficient volume to allow exhaust air to circulate and cool.
Protection
Classification IP30.
Equipment Class Class 1.
Installation
WARNING
Hazardous voltages are present in Propack.
Ensure that the mains supp ly is isolated before opening the equipment for
installation or servicing.
Dimmer packs should be installed and serviced only by suitably qualified personnel.
ProPack may be installed mounted together in a rack (for hire or touring purposes).
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120v Installation Notes
In order to enhance the reliability of the dimmers, it is recommended that they are
operated within the following environmental limits:
Temperature: 18°C - 25° C
Relative Humidity: 60% - 80%
Condensation level: Zero
The dimmers may emit a slight buzzing noise when in operation. They should be
installed away from areas where such noise would be undesirable.
Figure 2
Mains Power Input Connections
ProPack dimmer packs require a nominal mains input at 120V 60Hz AC. This supply
must be three phase. Separate Neutral and Ground conductors are required.
WARNING
ProPack dimmer packs must be Grounded.
The Neutral conductor must have the same (or greater) cross-sectional area, as
the Phase conductor(s).
(SCR dimmers operate using ‘phase control’. This renders the ‘balancing’ of loads
across phases - and thus a reduction in Neutral currents impossible)
ProPack dimmer packs should be connected to their mains supplies via adequately
rated cable, together with any associated plug and socket connectors. For full power
operation the supply must be rated at 80A for three phase operation. These ratings
may be reduced if the supply protective devices are selected to limit the current
drawn to appropriate limits. Should supply diversity be applied care is required in the
sizing of supply neutral conductors. If in doubt please seek advice from Strand
Lighting.
For safety in operation each ProPack must be fed from an appropriately fused
supply.
It is strongly recommended that the mains supply to the ProPack is taken via a local
circuit breaker, so that the supply may be easily discon nected for plugging and
unplugging of load connectors and for service or maintenance.
All cables, switchgear and prote ct io n equ ipmen t must be selec te d and in st all e d in
accordance with locally electrical regulations.
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Mains Cable Entry
The mains input cable wil l enter the pack via the Rear Connection Panel.
Rear Cable Entry
Remove the Rear Connection Panel. It is secured to the base by four screws, as
shown in Figure 3. The panel should be punched with a single hole to accept the
appropriate cables and strain relief for your installation.
Figure 3
Mains Cable Termination
The mains input is connected at a set of screw terminal blocks, situated inside the
pack, at the right hand side (looking from the front of the pack). The terminals will
accept cables of up to #6 AWG in size. Always connect ground and neutral first.
1. Loosen all three phase terminals Neutral and Ground.
2. Place incoming cable inside terminals and tighten s ecurely.
3 Phase Operation at 80A per phase
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Protection
The mains supply to each ProPack must be protected against external overload.
Appropriate circuit breaker ratings should not exceed 80 Amps for a three phase
supply. If the available mains supply is not capable of providing the full rated
currents, the protection device rating must be reduced accordingly; it will not be
possible to use the dimmers with their maximum rated loads.
Protection systems on the supply to each dimm e r pa ck should limit th e po te nti al fau lt
current level to 10,000AIC or less.
Power Distribution
To achieve correct Grounding and mains power distribution, it is recommended that
all dimmers and lighting control equipment within the installation should draw mains
power from one central distribution point. This should be as close as possible to the
mains power intake for the site or building. The wiring from the distribution point to
the lighting equipment should ideally be used for supplying power to the lighting
equipment alone, and not to other appliances or equipment.
ProPack must be properly Grounded, both for safety and to ensure correct operation.
It is essential that all Ground connection s w ith in the o vera ll ins tal lat ion ar e at
comparable potentials. If this is not the case, circulating currents may be generated
in signal earth connection s, possibly leading to fluctuating light levels and (in some
extreme cases) damage to wiring or equipment.
If in doubt, as to the nature of your local electrical supply arrangements please seek
advice from an authorative person at your site or an electrical contractor.
Rack Mounting
The ProPack dimmer pack is designed for rack mounting. Care should be taken to
mount the unit securely in an equipment rack des igned to hold equipment of this
type.
To prevent overheating of rack-mounted dimmers when in use, a fan, or set of fans,
should be fitted to the top of the equipment rack, such that air is extracted upwards.
To ensure adequate cooling, the fan(s) should provide an airflow of about 16 litres
per second across the top of each dimmer pack.
A gap of 1 U (1.5 inches) is requ ired between adjacent pairs of dimmer racks. Leave
a rear ventilation clearance of 4 inches. Due to the weight of the unit, rack side
supports are recommended, but care must be taken to ensure that these do not
obstruct ventilation.
WARNING
Additional Forced ventilation may be advised if racks are mounted within a flight
case or similar closely constraining enclosure.
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230v Specifications
Power Requirements
Voltage: 200 - 260 Volts AC.
Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz.
Three phase + Neutral + Earth
All ProPack dimmer packs must be Earthed for safety in use.
Dimming Capacity
Each pack contains twelve dimmers each with a Maximum load of 15A (3kW) per
dimmer - total 36kW per dimmer pack.
Dimmer Output Connections
ProPack is available with a variety of output options to suit different operating
conditions and national standards.
Socket Options
Part Number 75321 Terminal Strips
Part Number 75322 2 x Socapex Connector
Control Inputs
USITT DMX512(1990) multiplexed dig ita l con trol , via 5 pin XLR conne ct o r.
ProPack are suitable only for use in a dry, internal en vi ronme nt.
Protection
Classification IP30.
Equipment Class Class 1.
Installation
WARNING
Hazardous voltages are present in Propack.
Ensure that the mains supp ly is isolated before opening the equipment for
installation or servicing.
Dimmer packs should be installed and serviced only by suitably qualified personnel.
ProPack may be installed mounted together in a rack (for hire or touring purposes).
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230v Installation Notes
In order to enhance the reliability of the dimmers, it is recommended that they are
operated within the following environmental limits:
ProPack dimmers are designed such that Earth leakage current s are minimised,
allowing their use on mains power supplies protected by 30mA Residual Current
Devices. However, utilising RCD protection in dimming installations may pre sent
problems. For specific advice please contact Strand Lighting
The dimmers may emit a slight buzzing noise when in operation. They should be
installed away from areas where such noise would be undesirable.
Figure 5
Mains Power Input Connections
ProPack dimmer packs require a nominal mains input at 230V 50Hz AC. This supply
may be either single or three phase (star only), depending on the method of
connection. In either case separate Neutral and Earth conductors are required.
WARNING
ProPack dimmer packs must be Earthed for safety in operation.
The Neutral conductor must have the same (or greater) cross-sectional area, as
the Phase conductor(s).
(Triac and thyristor dimmers operate using ‘phase control’. This rende rs the
‘balancing’ of loads across phases - and thus a reduction in Neutral currents
impossible)
ProPack dimmer packs should be connected to their mains supplies via adequately
rated cable, together with any associated plug and socket connectors. For full power
operation the supply must be rated at 125A for single phase operation, 63A for three
phase operation. The se ratings may be reduced if the supply protective devices are
selected to limit the curren t drawn to appropriate lim its. Should supply diversity be
applied care is required in the sizing of supply neutral condu ctors. If in doubt please
seek advice from Strand Lighting.
For safety in operation each rack must be fed from an appropriately fused supply.
It is strongly recommended that the mains supply to the dimmers is taken via a local
isolating switch, so that the supply may be easily di sconnected for plugging and
unplugging of load connectors and for service or maintenance.
All cables, switchgear and protection equipment must be selected and installed in
accordance with locally prevailing electrical regulations.
Mains Cable Entry
The mains input cable wil l enter the pack via the Rear Connection Panel.
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Rear Cable Entry
Remove the Rear Connection Panel. It is secured to the base by four screws, as
shown in Figure 2.
Rear Cable Entry
Remove the Rear Connection Panel. It is secured to the base by four screws, as
shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6
Mains Cable Termination
The mains input is connected at a set of screw terminal blocks, situated inside the
pack, at the right hand side (looking from the front of the pack). The terminals will
accept cables of up to 16 mm2 in size. If it is required to connect a ProPack to a
single phase supply, the link bar supplied with the pack should be used to join the
three phase terminals together, as follows (refer to right-hand diagram in Figure 73):
1. Loosen all three phase terminals.
2. Place incoming cable inside terminals and tighten securely.
3 Phase Operation at 80A per phase
Single Phase Operation 230v
Figure 7 Mains Jumper Settings
WARNING
Do NOT fit the link bar when the pack is connected to a three phas e supply
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Protection
The mains supply to each dimmer pack must be protected against external overload.
Appropriate fuse or circuit breaker ratings are 63A for a three phase supply. If the
available mains supply is not capable of providing the full rated currents, the
protection device rating must be reduced accordingly; it will not be possible to use
the dimmers with their maximum rated loads.
Protection systems on the supply to each dimm e r pa ck should limit th e po te nti al fau lt
current level to 1500A or less.
Power Distribution
To achieve correct Earthing and mains power distribution, it is recommended that all
dimmers and lighting control equipment within the installation should draw mains
power from one central distribution point. This should be as close as possible to the
mains power intake for the site or building. The wiring from the distribution point to
the lighting equipment should ideally be used for supplying power to the lighting
equipment alone, and not to other appliances or equipment.
ProPack must be properly Earthed, both for safety and to ensure correct operation.
It is essential that all Earth connections within the overall installation are at
comparable potentials. If this is not the case, circulating currents may be generated
in signal earth connection s, possibly leading to fluctuating light levels and (in some
extreme cases) damage to wiring or equipment.
Care should be taken when differing electrical supplies (for example local generation
for dimmers, public mains for control console) are in use or internal mains power
distribution is TN-C (combined neutral & earth conductors)
If in doubt, as to the nature of your local electrical supply arr ang e men ts ple ase seek
advice from an authorative person at your site.
Rack Mounting
The ProPack dimmer pack is designed for rack mounting. Care should be taken to
mount the unit securely in an equipment rack des igned to hold equipment of this
type.
To prevent overheating of rack-mounted dimmers when in us e, a fan, or set of fans,
should be fitted to the top of the equipment rack, such that air is extracted upwards.
To ensure adequate cooling, the fan(s) should pr ovide an airflow of about 16 litres
per second across the top of each dimmer pack.
A gap of 1 U (44.5mm) is required between adjacent pairs of dim mer racks. Leave a
rear ventilation clearance of 100mm. Due to the weight of the unit, rack side supports
are recommended, but ca re must be taken to ensure that these do not obstruct
ventilation.
WARNING
Additional Forced ventilation may be advised if racks are mounted within a flight
case or similar closely constraining enclosure.
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Control Input
The ProPack accepts DMX512 cont rol inputs:
DMX512
The DMX512 input will accept a multiplexed digit al control signal which conforms to
USITT specification DMX5 12 (1990). Details of this specification are available from
USITT on request.
The DMX512 control input is via a five-pin male XLR type connector. Pin
connections are shown in Figure 8. A five-pin female XL R conn ec tor is also fitted to
allow a series of ProPack dimmer packs (or other DMX512 equipment) to be daisy
chained together.
Figure 8 DMX512 Pin Outs
Dimmer Outputs
Dimmer output connections are by means of either receptacle/socket outlets on all
styles of the ProPack dimmer packs, except the terminal strip version. Terminals on
all terminal strip packs are exposed and these packs m ust be mounted in an
enclosure.
When operating from a three phase supply, dimme rs 1, 2, 3 & 4 are connecte d to
phase 1, dimmers 5, 6, 7 & 8 to phase 2, and dimmers 9, 10, 11 & 12 to phase 3.
Plugs and Connectors used for dimmer output connections must be of the correct
type to match the socket outlets.
It is important that plugs are w ired correctly. Figure 9 shows the various types of
socket outlets fitted to ProPack dimmer packs.
Terminal Strip
Socapex
Stage Pin (120v Only)
Figure 9
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Service and Maintenance
ProPack dimmer packs do not require routine maintenance other than external
cleaning. However, in common with all electrical eq uipment, they should be
periodically checked to ensure that they remain in good condition. Any repairs or
maintenance to the internal electronics, or other circuitry, should be carried out only
by authorised Strand Lighting Service personnel or approved Service Providers.
Safety Tests
ProPack dimmer packs are subjected to safety inspections and tests prior to
shipment from the Strand Lighting factory.
If, as part of routine maintenance, the packs are to be subjected to electrical safety
tests applied using a ‘standard’ Po rta bl e Appl i an ce Te st e r, the fo ll ow ing poi nt s
should be observed:
The nature of the electronic dimmer circuits means that an ‘insulation test’ using a
voltage in the order of 500V will give a result of approximately 1.7MO. Although this
may appear as a test fai lure, the apparently low resistance is normal for these
dimmer packs and is not du e to failing insulation. Use r safety is not at risk.
Caution
A high voltage ‘Flash’ test must not be applied to a ProPack dimmer pack.
Note
A high current Earth/Ground continuity test must not be applied to the signal
ground pins of the control input connector(s).
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Set up
Figure 10 Set up keys and displays
The ProPack dimmer pack offers a selection of set up and configuration features that
are accessed from the front panel using the four set up keys and LCD Display.
Menu and setting selections are made with the Up and - keys. To exit any menu
press the ESC escape key and OK is the confirmation key.
At the top level of the menu with the display of ProPack, press +/- to navigat e
through the menus.
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Set Level
Set all Dimmer Levels
Set single Dimmer Level
When a control console is not available, the dimmer levels on Pro Pack dimmer
systems can be individually set to a desired level using the front panel keys. After the
selection of +/- key to the Set Level display, press OK to enter into the Set Level
Menu
Press “-“ to change the display to ALL, OK to confirm setting of all dimmer level s.
Press +/- to select the required dimmer (1-12), OK to confirm setting of that particular
channel.
The Default is Input, press +/- to select the required level of that dimmer follow by
OK.
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Address
This menu is to set either the DMX512 start address if the dimmer channels are used
sequentially, or each DMX512 address can be patched individually to each dimmer
channel.
Start Address
Patch
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Curves
This menu is used to select a dimmer curve for any or a ll the dimmers in a system.
There are five dimmer curves available to choose from S-Curve, Square, Non –Dim,
Low Cut and Linear Power laws.
When the Curve menu is shown after p ressing the OK key, use the + and - keys to
select either the “Curve All” menu for all dimmers or for the “Curve Independent”
menu for a single dimmer.
Set Curve for all Dimmers
When in the “Curve All” menu, pr ess the OK key once, then use the + and - keys to
select one of the five curves.
Set Curve for Single Channel
When in the “Curve Independent” menu, press the OK key once, the dimme r
Channel # will be displayed, use the + and - keys to select the dimmer channel (1 –
12) to be set. Press the OK key again followed by the + and - keys to select the
preferred curve. Repeat the above process until all channels are set.
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Preset
The Preset Menu allows the editing and recordin g of the in t erna l ly stored presets.
Presets can be stored in any one of the 40 internal prese t s.
Set Level
The Set Level menu allows you to edit the saved levels stored for each dimmer in
each preset.
Snap Shot
Snapshot is to take a snap shot from the DMX512input, when the sn aps disp lay on
the LCD window, press OK to take the DMX512level from the DMX512input.
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Preset Call
Local
The preset call menu allows you to replay one of the previously stored presets.
These can either be triggered locally from the cont rol panel or remotely.
Choose the Local Option wit h OK and then select the required scene to playback
using the + / - keys and sele ct using the OK button.
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Minimum Output
This menu is to set the minimum output level of all or selected dimmers. Press the
OK key once to confirm and press the + and - keys to select either the “Min Output
DIM All”, “Min Output DIM Odd” “Min Output DIM Even” or individual dimmers
Set Minimum Output for All, Odd or Even Dimmers
When in the “Min Ouput Dim All” “Min Output DIM Odd” or “Min Output DIM Even ”
menu, press the OK key once and the minimum level will be displayed as a
percentage.
Use the + and - keys to select the minimum level (0 to 30%) for all dimmers.
Set Minimum Output Level for Single Dimmer
When in the “Min Output DIM #” menu, press the “+ / -“ key once, to select the
desired dimmer (1 – 12) to be set and t hen press the OK key
Now the percentage min level will be displayed, Use the + and - keys to select the
desired Min Level (0 – 30% ). Repeat the above process until all dimmers are set.
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Maximum Output
This menu is to set the Maximum output level of all or selected dimmers. Press the
OK key once to confirm and press the + and - keys to select either the “Max Output
DIM All”, “Max Output DIM Odd” “Max Output DIM Even” or individual dimmers
Set Maximum Output Level for All, Odd or Even Dimmers
When in the “Max Output Dim All” “Max Output DIM Odd” or “Max Output DIM Even”
menu, press the OK key once, the Maximum level will be displayed as a percentage.
Use the + and - keys to select the Maximum level (70 to 100%) for all dimmers.
Set Maximum Output Level for a Single Dimmer
When in the “Max Output DIM #” menu, press the “+ / -“ key once, to select the
desired dimmer (1 – 12) to be set and then press the OK key.
Now the percentage min level will be displayed, Use the + and - keys to select the
desired Maximum Level (70 – 100%). Repeat the above process until all channels
are set.
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Setup
DMX Fail
This menu is to select what action the dimmer pack should follow on loss of DMX512
or DMX512 absence. The dimmer pack can be set as Off, Switch Off after a time
interval, Select a Preset or Hold the last state when the DMX512 fails.
Press the OK key once to confirm and press the + and - keys to sele ct either
“Off” to hold the last lighting level.
“Off after” to hold the lighting level for a ce rtain period of delay time
“Preset” to hold the lighting level to a lighting preset.
Or
“Last Hold” to keep the last good received DMX512 state
Setting the Delay when DMX512 fails
When in the “Off after” menu, press the OK key once, then use the + and - keys to
select the delay before before th e system black outs. Press OK key once to confirm
the delay time.
Set Preset when DMX512 fails
When in the “Preset” menu, press the OK key once, then use the + and - keys to
select the Preset # of lighting level while DMX512 fail. Press OK key once to confirm
the Preset number.
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Ventilation
The ventilation control menu allows you to control how the internal cooling fans
operate. The menu gives you a choice of Normal (Fans on with Temperature), On
with DMX512 Signal, Silent (no Fans) or Fans On.
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Information
To view the software version select the Software Vision and Press OK
To view the internal dimmer rack temperature, select the Temperature and press
OK. Two temperatures are displayed, one for the left heat sink (dimmers 1 – 6) and
the other for the right heat sink (dimmers 7 – 12).
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