Supported Model
• C4-DIN-8REL-E 8-Channel Relay
8-Channel
Relay
Installation Guide
Environmental
Operational Temperature 32˚ F - 104˚ F
(0˚ C - 40˚ C)
Humidity 5% - 95%
Non-condensing
Storage -4˚ F - 158˚ F
(-20˚ C - 70˚ C)
Dimensions
H x W x D 8.5” x 4.3” x 2.3” (215 mm x 109 mm x 57 mm)
DIN Module Width 12M
Weight 2.9 lbs. (1.3 kg)
Shipping Weight 3.3 lbs. (1.49 kg)
Introduction
The Control4® 8-Channel Relay controls up to eight (8) devices from one (1)
module in the Control4 system. It installs in a panelized backbox using typical
wiring standards and communicates to the Control4 system using a CAT5 Ethernet
connection.
Box Contents
• 8-Channel Relay
• Warranty Card
• 8-ChannelRelayInstallationGuide (this document)
• 8-ChannelRelayWiringGuide
Specifications and Supported Fixtures
The specifications are described below.
Model Number C4-DIN-8REL-E
Power Requirements 100-277VAC, 50/60 Hz
Line Feeds (Circuits) 4
Power Consumption 3W
Supported Load Types Incandescent, Halogen, Electronic Low Voltage
Transformers (ELV); Magnetic Low Voltage
Transformers (MLV); Fluorescents; Compact
Fluorescents; LEDs; Motors.
Control Communcations Ethernet
Load Ratings
120V 240V 277V
Module Max 64A 64A 64A
Line-In 1 Max 16A 16A 16A
Line-In 2 Max 16A 16A 16A
Line-In 3 Max 16A 16A 16A
Line-In 4 Max 16A 16A 16A
Individual Channel Max 16A
1HP
Connectors
Sixteen (16) Line Voltage
Screw Terminals (Line 1, Line
2, Line 3, Line 4, Neutral,
Earth Ground, Loads 1-8, Aux
In, Aux Out, unused)
One (1) Ethernet RJ-45
One (1) 26AWG to 12AWG (.12mm2 to 4mm2)
per terminal
16A
2HP
16A
Warnings and Considerations
WARNING! This device must be installed by a licensed electrician in
accordance with all national and local electrical codes..
WARNING! Improper use or installation can cause SERIOUS INJURY,
DEATH or LOSS/DAMAGE OF PROPERTY.
WARNING! This device must be protected by a circuit breaker (20A max).
WARNING! Ensure that all circuit breakers feeding into the panel are OFF
before installing or servicing the devices.
CAUTION! The panel used with this device is air cooled. Install the panel
in a location where the vented cover is not blocked. At least 12 inches
(30cm) clearance is required away from the front of the panel. Some local
codes may require as much as 30 inches clearance.
CAUTION! Only install this device indoors.
IMPORTANT! Using this product in a manner other than outlined in this
document voids your warranty. Further, Control4 is NOT liable for any
damage incurred with the misuse of this product. See “Troubleshooting.”
IMPORTANT! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
Control4 could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Figure 1. Front View
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6
3
4
7
8
1
5
1 Line Voltage Terminals
2 Link/Activity LED
3 Channel Status LEDs
4 Channel Buttons
5 Reset Button (recessed)
6 Ethernet RJ-45 Port
7 Module Status LED
8 Module Override Button
Pre-Installation Instructions
Before You Install in a Control4 Panel
1 Use Composer Pro to add the 8-Channel Relay to a project, define its location
in a panel, and print the Panel, Module, or Load Schedule Reports. See the
ComposerProUserGuide for details.
2 Install the panel following the instructions in the 5-Slotand2-SlotPanel
InstallationGuide.
3 Install and wire the Terminal Block for the 8-Channel Relay following the
instructions in the TerminalBlockInstallationGuide and in the location
defined by the Composer Pro Panel Reports.
4 Verify that all bypass jumpers are securely installed in the Terminal Block
assemblies. Each 8-Channel Relay Terminal Block assembly should have eight
(8) bypass jumpers installed, connecting each black Terminal Block to two
(2) red Terminal Blocks, and connecting each set of three (3) white Terminal
Bocks together.
Figure 2. Terminal Block Bypass Jumpers
Install in a Control4 Panel
1 The 8-Channel Relay should be installed in the panel next to the previously-
installed 8-Channel Relay Terminal Block. The location of the device in the
panel is defined by the Composer Pro Panel Report.
2 With the green screw terminals on the left side of the 8-Channel Relay, hold
the Relay upright and angle it to the right so that the right side of the module
fits onto the rail in the panel.
NOTE: The 8-Channel Relay installs with the Line Voltage Connector on
the left side and the Ethernet port on the right side.
3 With the right side already in place, push forward on the left side of the
8-Channel Relay to snap it onto the rail (see Figure 3).
Figure 3. Snap on the 8-Channel Relay - Control4 Panels
Bypass
Jumpers
5 Turn on the circuit breaker(s) feeding the Terminal Block. Verify that
the circuit breaker(s) do not trip. If a breaker trips, do not proceed with
installation until the problem has been resolved.
6 Turn OFF the circuit breakers for all lines coming into the panel.
7 Remove the four (4) bypass jumpers that connect each black terminal to two
(2) red terminals by unscrewing all three (3) screws in each bypass jumper
until the entire bypass jumper can be pulled out. (Do NOT remove the bypass
jumpers connecting the white Terminal Blocks together.)
IMPORTANT! Store the bypass jumper for possible later use. The bypass
jumper should be reinstalled any time the load will be serviced. Test the
circuit with the jumper installed prior to removing the jumper again.
Damage to the module caused by miswiring is not covered by the
warranty.
Before You Install in a Third-Party DIN Rail Panel
1 Install the third-party panel according to the third-party instructions.
2 Install the panel in a well-ventilated area.
IMPORTANT! Test all wiring for short circuits before installing the module.
Damage to the module caused by miswiring is not covered by the
Control4 warranty.
Installation Instructions
CAUTION! Turn o all breakers feeding into the panel before proceeding.
NOTE: To remove the module, push the module toward the left side, pull
out from the left side, and remove it from the right side of the rail.
4 Wire the module according to the wiring diagrams in the 8-ChannelRelay
WiringGuide and the reports from Composer Pro.
NOTE: Wiring between the Terminal Blocks and the module will be easiest
when stranded wire is used. All wires between the Terminal Block and
the 8-Channel Relay must use the same gauge wire as the field wiring
connected to the Terminal Block.
• At the terminal block side, strip the wires 0.35 in. (9 mm) and tighten
to 7 in-lb (0.8Nm).
• At the module side, strip the wires 0.3 in. (7 mm) and tighten to 5.3
in-lb (0.6Nm).
5 On the right side of the 8-Channel Relay, connect the Ethernet CAT5 cable to
the RJ-45 port.
6 Install the other modules in the panel as defined in the Panel Reports from
Composer Pro and their respective installation guide.
7 Turn the circuit breakers back ON and test all connected loads by clicking the
channel override buttons.
Install in a Third-Party Panel
CAUTION! Turn o all breakers feeding into the panel before proceeding.
1 With the green screw terminals facing down, hold the 8-Channel Relay
lengthwise and angle it up so that the top side of the module fits onto the rail.
NOTE: The 8-Channel Relay installs with the Line Voltage Connectors
facing down and the Ethernet port facing up.
2 With the top side already in place, rotate the 8-Channel Relay down to snap it
onto the rail (see Figure 4).