Synapse DIM10-087-06 Controller Cut Sheet Installation Guide

: June 9, 2024
: Synapse

Table of Contents

Synapse DIM10-087-06 Controller Cut Sheet
WARNING AND CAUTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
NEEDED MATERIAL
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CONNECTING SENSORS
STATUS LED
POWERING UP THE FIXTURE AND CONTROLLER
CONNECTING THE u.FL CABLE
REGULATORY INFORMATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
References
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Synapse DIM10-087-06 Controller Cut Sheet

WARNING AND CAUTIONS

TO AVOID FIRE, SHOCK, OR DEATH; TURN OFF POWER AT CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE AND TEST THAT POWER IS OFF BEFORE INSTALLING!
PROPER GROUNDING REQUIRED TO AVOID STATIC DISCHARGE WHICH CAN DAMAGE CONTROLLERS DURING INSTALLATION.
If you are unsure about any part of these instructions, consult an electrician; all work should be performed by qualified personnel
Disconnect power at circuit breaker or fuse when servicing, installing or removing fixture or changing lamps.

SPECIFICATIONS

Dim Control Max Load: 30 mA Source/Sink
Radio Frequency: 2.4 GHz (IEEE 802.15.4)
RF Transmission Output Power: +20dBM
Operating Temperature: -40 to +85 C
Operating Humidity: 10 to 90%, non-condensing
Drivers: Limited to 4 LED Drivers
Dimensions: 2.25”L x 2.0”W X .3”H (57 X 50.8 X 7.6 mm)

MODELS

DIM10-087-06 (Uses external antenna)
DIM10-087-06-F (internal antenna)

CAUTION DIM10-087-06 controllers must be installed in accordance with national, state, and local electrical codes and requirements

NEEDED MATERIAL

u.FL Insertion Tool: Part Number U.FL-LP-IN from Hirose Electric (for DIM10-087-06 only)
u.FL Extraction Tool: Part number U.FL-LP-N-2 from Hirose Electric (for DIM10-087-06 only)
u.FL Connector and 14mm bulkhead: A cable with a u.FL connector on one end and a female 14mm bulkhead connector on the other end is required to route the signal from the DIM10-087-06 through the fixture housing to an external antenna.
50 OHM Terminator plug RP-SMA: Part number 132360RP from Amphenol.
Mounting Hardware: (1) #4 and M3 screws and standoff recommended
Antenna Kit: For available antenna options please refer to our latest documents located on our website. www.synapsewireless.com/documentation

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO AVOID FIRE, SHOCK, OR DEATH: TURN OFF POWER AT CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE AND VERIFY THAT POWER IS OFF BEFORE WIRING!

MOUNTING Secure with 1 #4 screw (max diameter of .312 inches) and standoff.

Mounting Options: Mount in an LED Fixture or a Troffer. For the DIM10-087-06, an external antenna utilizing a u.FL connector must be used to provide RF connectivity to the SNAP mesh network.
Place the DIM10-087-06 in desired location and secure it using #4 sized screw and stand-off using the mounting hole located in the center of the board. Prior to permanently mounting the DIM10-087-06, make sure the antenna is free of any objects within 3 in. of the internal or external antenna.
Note: When installing the DIM10-087-06 into an enclosure, consideration of the internal or external antenna position and interference is required in order to provide the most optimum wireless signal strength.
- When installing the DIM10-087-06 into an enclosure, consideration of the external antenna position and interference is required in order to provide the most optimum wireless signal strength. Prior to permanently mounting it, make sure the antenna points directly upward or downward and is free of any metal objects within 12 in. of the antenna (Figure 1).

CONNECTING SENSORS

Note: Steps 1-4 are for adding sensors to the DIM10-087-06 controller; if you are not connecting sensors skip this section.
There are two sensor inputs on the DIM10-087-06 designed for low powered (24v DC) type sensors.

The Input A is used to connect sensor A.
The Input B is used to connect sensor B.

Connect the sensor power wire to the AUX out on the LED driver (the LED driver powers the sensor).
Connect the sensor common to the COMMON/DALI- or COMMON/DIM- based on the LED driver you have.
Connect the sensor CTRL/Control wire to the Input A+ or Input B+ of the DIM10-87-06 controller.
If you are using more than one sensor then duplicate the installation as described above.
POWERING THE DIM10-087-06 CONTROLLER
Connect the 5-24VDC Aux output from LED driver to the DIM10-087-06.
Connect the Aux ground from the LED driver to the DIM10-087-06.
CONNECTING THE DIMMING CIRCUIT
Note: Steps 5-6 are for connecting up to a Standard Dim to Off LED driver; if you are using a DALI 2 LED driver skip to steps 7-8.
Connect the DIM- wire on the LED driver to the DIM- output on the DIM10-087-06.
Connect the DIM+ wire on the LED driver to the DIM+ output on the DIM10-087-06. (See Figure 2) $Synapse-DIM10-087-06-Controller-Cut-Sheet- $2$$
Note: Steps 7-8 are for connecting up to a DALI 2 LED driver.
Connect both the DALI– and DIM– from the DIM10-087-06 to the COMMON/DALI- wire on the LED driver.
Connect the DALI+ from the DIM10-087-06 to the LED driver DALI+. Figure 3 – DALI 2 Wiring Diagram (See Figure 3) $Synapse-DIM10-087-06-Controller-Cut-Sheet- $3$$

WARNING:

If a single Synapse controller is used to drive the DIM+ input of multiple LED drivers, then all of the DIM- lines from all drivers MUST be directly tied/shorted together to provide a common return/ground to the controller.
Synapse will not warranty or be liable for designs with any other electronic means of coupling DIM- lines from multiple drivers.

STATUS LED

Note: When the controller is powered the following colors indicate the current status.

Red = No Network Found (Communication Lost)
Blinking Green = Network Found, Controller Not Configured (Device not yet added to SimplySNAP)
Green = Network Found, Controller Configured (Normal Operation)

POWERING UP THE FIXTURE AND CONTROLLER

After connecting the Controller to the LED Driver and any sensors, make sure to cap any unused wires. Switch power on to the fixture. The light should turn on.
Note: When switched on, lamps should turn on to full brightness with approximately 10 VDC signal on the DIM+ wire using the DIM- wire as reference.
Refer to the SimplySNAP User’s Manual for information on provisioning the DIM10-087-06.

CONNECTING THE u.FL CABLE

An u.FL antenna may be connected to the DIM10-087-06 in order to get maximum RF connectivity. The recommended antenna kits are:

KIT-ANTUFL18-01
KIT-ANTUFL18-02
KIT-ANTUFL18-03
KIT-ANTUFL18-04

Please see the DIM10-087-06 cut sheet or contact Synapse sales for more information.
To install the antenna:

Make sure the power is off.
Attach the 50 OHM Terminator to the RP-SMA bulkhead hand tight before attaching the u.FL cable (Figure 5) to the u.FL terminal (Figure 4). Keep the 50 OHM Terminator on the cable until mounting the bulkhead in the fixture or attaching an antenna for testing.
Use the insertion tool, PN U.FL-LP-IN, to mate the connectors. The mating axis of both connectors must be aligned so that the connectors can be mated. The “click” will confirm a fully mated connection. Do not attempt to insert on an extreme angle.
Route the antenna cable such that there is no upward tension between the cable and the u.FL connector.
To disconnect the connectors, insert the end portion of the Extraction Tool, U.FL-LP-N-2, under the connector flanges and pull off vertically, in the direction of the connector mating axis.

ATTACHING THE BULKHEAD
Keep the 50 OHM Terminator on the bulkhead at all times until the antenna replaces the 50 OHM Terminator. When installing the bulkhead, the technician must be grounded with a proper ground strap. After installing the bulkhead in the fixture, replace the 50 OHM Terminator.

ATTACHING THE ANTENNA
When it is time to attach the antenna, touch a grounded surface, remove the 50 OHM Terminator and screw on the antenna hand tight. Tighten a 1/4 turn with a pair of needle nose pliers. Do not over tighten or the RF pin in the bulkhead will crack, creating poor RF link quality.

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DIMMING
Below are some recommendations for successful dimming using the DIM10-087-06. The dimming control wires are referenced as Dim+ and Dim-. The dimming signals have a Maximum voltage of 10V DC.

Use multi-strand 18 Gauge Wire for noise immunity and current capability
Do not ground the dimming wire; this is a return signal and is critical for dimming
Route dimming wires away from AC lines if possible
Use connections with properly sized connectors
Eliminate excess wire between fixtures; Line length will cause voltage drop
Maximum of 4 LED Drivers per controller, consult Synapse Support if a greater ratio is needed.

REGULATORY INFORMATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

RF Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Industry Canada (IC) certifications: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

FCC certifications and regulatory information (USA only)
FCC Part 15 Class B: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and (2) These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause harmful operation.

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI) (FCC 15.105): This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna;
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver;
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected;
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Declaration of Conformity (FCC 96-208 & 95-19): Synapse Wireless, Inc. declares that the product name “DIM10-087-06” to which this declaration relates, meet the requirements specified by the Federal Communications Commission as detailed in the following specifications:

Part 15, Subpart B, for Class B equipment
FCC 96-208 as it applies to Class B personal computers and peripherals
This product has been tested at an External Test Laboratory certified per FCC rules and has been found to meet the FCC, Part 15, Emission Limits. Documentation is on file and available from Synapse Wireless, Inc.

If the FCC ID for the module inside this product enclosure is not visible when installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which this product is installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module FCC ID. Modifications (FCC 15.21): Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Synapse Wireless, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment

CERTIFICATIONS