Rako RLED30CV4 Plus Constant Current Dimming LED Driver Instruction Manual

Rako RLED30CV4 Plus Constant Current Dimming LED Driver

Product Information

Specifications:

• Module Type: 4 output dimmer unit
• Designed for use with constant voltage LED devices
• Accepts 12V or 24V DC supply
• PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) output for smooth flicker-free dimming
• Can be controlled by any Rako device that transmits wireless RAKOM messages

Installation Instructions:
Before commencing installation of a Rako module, please read this instruction manual carefully. Installation should only be carried out by a competent electrician.

Important safety precautions:

• Never attempt to connect or remove the terminal cover without isolating the circuit at the fuse/MCB board.
• The circuit supplying a Rako module should always be protected by either a 5A fuse or 6A MCB.

Mounting guidelines:

• Mount the Rako module in areas that are adequately ventilated, dry, and outside of any enclosed metal casings that may interfere with the wireless signal.
• Use the mounting bracket wherever possible.
• Mount the module vertically with terminals at the bottom or horizontally with ventilation slots at the top.

Note:
The Rako module should be mounted in an accessible location for fault-finding or readdressing purposes.

Loadings:

• 30w/channel @ 12V
• 60w/channel @ 24V

Set-Up and Addressing:
The RLED30CV4+ modules can be programmed manually or using RASOFT programming software. For software programming, refer to the appropriate programming guide available for download from the Rako Controls Ltd website.

Manual addressing from wallplate or handheld:

1. Before programming lighting scenes, address the RLED30CV4+ module.
2. To avoid interference between neighboring installations, choose a House address other than the factory default of House 1.
3. Set the House address on the transmitters using the House address switches.
4. Keep the House address the same throughout the project for master functions.

FAQ:

• Q: Can the RLED30CV4+ module be controlled wirelessly?
  A: Yes, the module can be controlled by any Rako device that transmits wireless RAKOM messages.

• Q: What should I do if the module does not respond when power is initially connected?
  A: Further investigation should be made before proceeding further. Check the power connection and ensure the module is properly addressed.

• Q: Is it possible to program lighting scenes with the RLED30CV4+ module?
  A: Yes, lighting scenes can be programmed using a wall panel or handheld device. Refer to the respective manual for instructions.

General

• Rako RLED30CV4+ modules are 4 output dimmer units designed for use with constant voltage LED devices (usually flexible tape lighting). They are designed to accept a 12V or 24V DC supply from a power supply (normally the power supply that would power the LED device if it were not to be dimmed) and give a PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) output for smooth flicker-free dimming.
• RLED30CV4+ modules can be controlled by any Rako device that transmits wireless RAKOM messages.
• Before commencing installation of a Rako module please read this instruction manual carefully. Rako Controls Ltd accepts no responsibility for damage or injury caused by the incorrect installation of a Rako product.
• Installation should only be carried out by a competent electrician.
• Never attempt to connect a Rako module or remove the terminal cover without first isolating the circuit at the fuse/MCB board.
• The circuit supplying a Rako module should always be protected by either a 5A fuse or 6A MCB.

Mounting

• Rako modules should be mounted in areas that are adequately ventilated, dry, and outside of any enclosed metal casings that may interfere with the wireless signal. Wherever possible the mounting bracket should be used.
• Modules should be mounted vertically, with the terminals at the bottom, or horizontally with the ventilation slots at the top.
• Whilst Rako modules are designed to be completely maintained free the units should be mounted in an accessible location should there be a fault or re-addressing of the unit be necessary (see ‘Set-up and Addressing’)

Loadings

• 30w/channel @ 12V
• 60w/channel @ 24V

Channel Addressing in Multi-Channel Mode

When giving the RLED30CV4+ a Rako output address the next 3 channels are automatically assigned, sequentially from this point. For example, a module controlling an RGB fitting and addressed as channel 3 will control Red on channel 3, Green on channel 4, and Blue on channel 5.

Connections

Connect the RLED30CV4+ module according to the wiring diagram overleaf. Note the unit is designed to be fed from a 12V or 24V DC power supply. The power supply should be of an adequate rating for the connected load. For example, if dimming 4m of LED tape light with a rating of 12V and 14.4W/m the power supply needs to be rated to give at least 57.6W. If more than 5m of tape lighting is to be connected it is generally recommended to parallel the connections at the RLED30CV4+ module rather than connecting the start of the second strip to the end of the first. This avoids excessive voltage drop issues. Do not use loop In/Out connections within the module. A junction box should be used if required. Ensure the cable clamp bar securely clamps the cables and that the terminal cover is fitted before switching the supply on.

Initial Checks

• When power is initially connected to the module the unit should switch the load ON. The load can then be manually switched using the clear button on top of the module.
• The factory set address for both modules and transmitters is House 1 Room 4 (See Fig 1 for further information). A Rako wireless wall panel set as addressed in House 1 Room 4 will control and dim the module.
• Should the module not respond as above then further investigation should be made before proceeding further.

Set-Up and Addressing

RLED30CV4+ modules can be programmed manually or by using RASOFT programming software. For software programming refer to the appropriate programming guide download from our website: www.rakocontrols.com.

Manual Addressing from Wallplate or Handheld
Before any lighting scenes can be programmed (see the wall panel or hand-held manual) the RLED30CV4+ module needs to be addressed. To avoid interference between neighboring installations choose a House address other than the factory default of House 1 and set this on the transmitters using the House address switches. Keep the House address the same throughout the project (for master functions). Choose a Room address for each separate room or area to be controlled independently and set this on the appropriate transmitters using the Room address switches. Note: Any control panels set with the same address will act as two or multi-way controls for the same Room. The module now needs to be sent its new House and Room address from the appropriate keypad. For rooms with multiple modules, each module needs to be assigned a separate Channel number from 1-15 within each Room.

NOTE:
The RLED30CV4+ will use the channel number set as the start address (usually red) and automatically assign the other colors after the channel numbers.

The House and Room addresses are set using the switches on the back of a Rako transmitter (see Fig 1) and the Channel addresses are selected by putting a transmitter in programming mode and ‘stepping’ through the channel numbers (see Step 3 overleaf). This number is then ‘sent’ (along with the House and Room address) to a receiver (Step 5).

Notes on address switches
The address numbers are set using the switches on the back of a Rako transmitter. Binary coding is used and a diagrammatic explanation is given in Fig 1. It is not however necessary to understand binary just set the House switches to a different setting than the factory default and use a different combination of Room switch settings for each room or area to be controlled separately.

Notes on Addressing

• A dimmer cannot be set to an address of House 0 (All switches set to off)
• A dimmer will respond to, but not receive an address of Room 0 (All switches set to off).  This Room 0 address is used for ‘Master House’ control
• A dimmer cannot be set to channel 0. To program a lighting scene see a Wall panel or Handheld manual.

Power-Up Mode

With the factory address setting of House 1 an RLED30CV4+ will turn ON when power is applied. When the House address is changed the Power-Up mode becomes ‘OFF’ which is generally preferred, for instance, if there is a power cut during a holiday.

Single Channel Mode
The RLED30CV4+ can be configured to operate on a single Rako channel. The outputs can be configured as either RGB, RGBW, or Tunable White. This must be set using Rasoft Pro.

• RGB/W: Terminals A, B, C, and D are assigned to Red, Green, Blue, and White.
• Tunable White: Terminals A and C are assigned to Warm White, and B, and D are Cool White.

Colour Cycling
As a default setting the RLED30CV4+ module will not dim from Fade Up/Down commands from a Rako transmitter but instead will start a color cycle through the colors programmed for Scenes 1–4 when it receives a Fade Up command. A fade-down command will stop the cycling. This option is not available when using single-channel mode.

Multiple Control Panels

If the module is to be controlled by two wall or hand-held transmitters it is only necessary to address the module to one of these transmitters. Set the other transmitters to the same House and Room address and they will transmit the same message as the first transmitter and the module will respond accordingly.

LED functions

• The internal LED behind the clear button will flicker when the module receives ANY Rako wireless message and is a useful diagnostic indicator. This function becomes inactive after 20 minutes to avoid nuisance light spill but can be re-activated by pressing the clear button.
• If an RLED30CV4+ module has already been addressed to a wall panel the internal LED will start to pulse as soon as that transmitter (or any other transmitter with the same address) is put into programming mode.

Care and Maintenance

A Rako module contains no user-serviceable parts. Should for any reason you need to contact us please contact us via our website www.rakocontrols.com or by phoning our customer help line on 01634 226666.

Initial Addressing of a Rako Receiver Module

In the following procedure, both the controllers (wall panels and hand-held remotes) and the receivers have an automatic time out after approximately 3 minutes when in programming or set-up mode. This feature avoids the possibility of either being left permanently in programming or set-up mode. This may confuse if either the controller or receiver times out before the procedure is complete. It is worth becoming familiar with the procedures before starting the addressing procedure. If at any time it is necessary to start again the controllers can be returned to normal mode by pressing the ‘Off button and the receivers by resetting the electrical supply.

If some receivers are already addressed to the wall panel then they will ‘flash’ their connected lamps as their channel number is reached during the stepping procedure, this allows the user to ‘identify’ which channel numbers are already taken. To add a new receiver to an existing installation step up through the channels until a channel number is reached where no receiver flashes a load, this is then an available channel. If at any point there is uncertainty as to whether a receiver flashed its load then button 3 will flash the load but without stepping up or down a channel. If all of the loads flash then this indicates that the current address is Channel 0.

Note:
If it is not possible to see the connected lamps flashing when stepping through the channels it is possible to tell from the LEDs in the receivers which will momentarily go solid when their channel address is reached.

References

• Smart Lighting Controls | Rako Lighting Solutions
• Smart Lighting Controls | Rako Lighting Solutions

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