Schneider Electric 5508D1D Space Logic C Bus Digital Dimmers User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- Schneider Electric
Table of Contents
- 5508D1D Space Logic C Bus Digital Dimmers
- Specifications:
- Product Usage Instructions:
- Safety Information:
- About the Device:
- Hardware Description:
- Project Design and Installation:
- C-Bus Network Connection:
- Using the Device:
- Q: Can I install the SpaceLogic C-Bus Digital Dimmers
- Q: How do I know which dimming mode to choose?
5508D1D Space Logic C Bus Digital Dimmers
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Specifications:
- Product: SpaceLogic C-Bus Digital Dimmers
- Model Numbers: 5508D1D, 5504D2D
- Release Date: 10/2023
- Brand: Schneider Electric
- Website: www.se.com
Product Usage Instructions:
Safety Information:
Before using the SpaceLogic C-Bus Digital Dimmers, please read
and understand the safety information provided in the user
manual.
About the Device:
The SpaceLogic C-Bus Digital Dimmers provide advanced dimming
functionality for your lighting system. They are designed to work
with specific compatible loads and are part of the Schneider
Electric product line.
Hardware Description:
The dimmers come with specific hardware features that enable
precise control over lighting intensity. Refer to the user manual
for detailed hardware descriptions.
Project Design and Installation:
Proper project design and installation are crucial for the
optimal performance of the dimmers. Ensure that the device and
channel operating temperature guidelines are followed during
installation. Mounting and wiring instructions should be strictly
adhered to.
C-Bus Network Connection:
Connect the dimmers to your C-Bus network as per the provided
guidelines to ensure seamless integration into your smart home
system.
Using the Device:
To use the dimmers effectively, follow these steps:
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Dimming Mode Selection (TE/LE): Choose the appropriate dimming
mode based on your lighting requirements. -
Selecting the Right Dimming Mode: Understand the differences
between TE and LE dimming modes to select the one that suits your
needs. -
Local Override: Utilize the local override feature for manual
control when needed.
FAQ:
Q: Can I install the SpaceLogic C-Bus Digital Dimmers
myself?
A: Schneider Electric recommends that their products be
installed, operated, serviced, and maintained only by qualified
personnel to ensure safety and optimal performance.
Q: How do I know which dimming mode to choose?
A: Refer to the user manual for detailed explanations of the TE
and LE dimming modes. Choose the mode that best fits your lighting
control needs.
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SpaceLogic C-Bus Digital Dimmers
User Guide
Information about features and functionality of the device. 5508D1D 5504D2D
Release Date 10/2023
www.se.com
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Table of Contents
Safety information……………………………………………………………………………4
Note …………………………………………………………………………………………….4 Safety Precautions
………………………………………………………………………….5 Disclosure……………………………………………………………………………………..6
About the Device……………………………………………………………………………..7
Compatible Loads……………………………………………………………………………8 Hardware Description
………………………………………………………………………9
Project Design and Installation ………………………………………………………13
Device and channel operating Temperature and Derating ……………………….13 Mounting
and Wiring ………………………………………………………………………15 C-Bus Network Connection
…………………………………………………………….17
C-Bus Power Requirements…………………………………………………………..18 Using the Device
……………………………………………………………………………20
Dimming Mode Selection (TE/LE) ……………………………………………………..20 Selecting the right
Dimming Mode……………………………………………………..20 Local
Override………………………………………………………………………………21
Phase-Cut Dimming ………………………………………………………………………23 Configure the
Device……………………………………………………………………..25
Load Profiles ………………………………………………………………………………..25 Dimming Curve
…………………………………………………………………………….27 Warn Before
Off…………………………………………………………………………….28 Logic
………………………………………………………………………………………….28
Protection Features ……………………………………………………………………….29
Indicators………………………………………………………………………………………. 30 Firmware Update
…………………………………………………………………………..32 Measurement Application
………………………………………………………………33 Error Reporting Application
……………………………………………………………34 Status and Failure Monitoring and Reporting
…………………………………36 Specifications ………………………………………………………………………………..37
Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………………….39 Compliance information for
Green Premium products ……………………42
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Safety information
Safety information
Important information
Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar
with the device before trying to install, operate, service, or maintain it.
The following special messages may appear throughout this manual or on the
equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information
that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.
The addition of either symbol to a “Danger” or “Warning” safety label
indicates that an electrical hazard exists which will result in personal
injury if the instructions are not followed.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that accompany this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury. Failure to follow these instructions will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.
Note
Electrical equipment should be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained
only by qualified personnel. No responsibility is assumed by Schneider
Electric for any consequences arising out of the use of this material.
A qualified person is one who has skills and knowledge related to the
construction, installation, and operation of electrical equipment and has
received safety training to recognize and avoid the hazards involved.
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Safety Precautions
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH · This product must be
installed and serviced by appropriately qualified and/or
licensed professional in accordance with the local wiring rules. · Isolate the
electrical supply before doing any work on the product. · Ensure that the
product has been correctly installed and tested for safe
operation before reconnecting the electrical supply. · Do not use this product
for any other purpose than specified in this
instruction. · Pay attention to the specifications and wiring diagrams related
to the
installation. · Do not attempt to open the product casing or perform any
action on the
internal components of the product. Failure to follow these instructions will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
INCORRECT C-BUS CABLE INSTALLATION
The C-Bus network cabling is classified as Separated Extra-Low Voltage (SELV)
wiring. To maintain this requirement, the approved C-Bus cable must be used. ·
Ensure that adequate separation and/or segregation of the C-Bus cable from
other wiring (for example Low Voltage wiring) is maintained throughout the
entire installation. · Ensure the C-Bus network cable is installed in
accordance with the SELV wiring rules and regulations of the jurisdiction.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or
equipment damage.
NOTICE
INCORRECT C-BUS INSTALLATION LOCATION
To prevent the possibility of intentional or unintentional interference with
the configuration or operation of the C-Bus installation, this equipment
should be installed in a location with appropriate access control.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
Megger Testing
NOTICE
MEGGER TESTING
Megger testing must never be performed on any cable while connected to the
product as it could degrade the performance of the product and/or the network.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
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Disclosure
Safety information
NOTICE
MAXIMUM LOAD RATINGS APPLY
Ensure that the number of lighting loads connected to a single device does not
exceed the maximum load rating of each channel.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
This documentation contains general descriptions and/or technical
characteristics of the products contained herein. It is not intended to
determine whether these products are suitable for specific applications or to
determine their reliability. In order to determine whether the products are
fit for any particular application or use, users or integrators must conduct
the appropriate risk analysis, evaluation, and testing. Any misuse of the
information contained herein will not be the responsibility or liability of
Schneider Electric or any of its affiliates. If you have suggestions for
improvements or amendments or have found errors in this publication, please
notify us.
Schneider Electric expressly prohibits the reproduction of any part of this
document, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, without its prior
written permission.
The product must be installed and used in accordance with all applicable
state, regional, and local safety regulations. In order to ensure safety and
compliance with documented system data, only the manufacturer should perform
component repairs.
Devices with technical safety requirements must follow the relevant
instructions.
Failure to use Schneider Electric software or approved software with our
hardware products may result in injury, harm, or improper operating results.
Failure to observe this information can result in injury or equipment damage.
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About the Device
About the Device
Digital Dimmers are designed to be used in switchboard distribution
applications. The 5508D1D and 5504D2D are new generation C-Bus phase cut
dimmers compatible with a wide range of load types due to their customizable
load profile and dimming curve features.
The units are DIN rail mounted, measuring 12 modules wide (1 module = 18 mm).
C-Bus connection is achieved through the use of RJ45 connectors, allowing
similar units to be looped together quickly.
Features: · DIN Rail mount, 12 M size · Integrated Switchable C-Bus Power
Supply · Trailing edge or Leading-edge phase control (manually adjustable per
channel) · Fully customizable load profiles and dimming curves · 230 / 110 V
nominal voltage · Advanced status information for the unit and the channels ·
Two phase-independent dimming banks · Full configuration with SpaceLogic C-Bus
Commission · Programming via C-Bus connection without an energized mains line
· 2 models 8 channel 1 A (5508D1D) 4 channel 2 A (5504D2D)
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Compatible Loads
About the Device
The Load compatibility table shows the loads that are compatible with the
C-Bus Digital Dimmers: 8 channel and 4 channel.
8 Channel
Load LED
Compatible Load Types
Dimmable LED Lamps and luminaries
Load Rating
Lamp Rating
at 230 Vac
at 110 Vac
Incandescent/Halogen Lamps
Halogen Lamps with electronic transformers
1 A per channel
230 W
110 W
Halogen Lamps with dimmable iron core transformers
4 Channel
Load LED
Compatible Load Types
Load Rating
Dimmable LED Lamps and luminaries
Incandescent/Halogen Lamps
Halogen Lamps with electronic transformers
2 A per channel
Lamp Rating
at 230 Vac
at 110 Vac
460 W
220 W
Halogen Lamps with dimmable iron core transformers
NOTE: The installer should ensure that an appropriate manually operated
mechanical isolating switch and circuit breaker is installed with the load,
complying with the local wiring rules.
IMPORTANT: It is recommended that motorized loads, such as exhaust fans and
ceiling fans are connected to the relevant C-Bus relays rather than dimmers.
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Hardware Description
8 Channel Dimmer
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4 Channel Dimmer
About the Device
A: Earth B: Wire Link Terminal for 110 V C: Neutral D: Active Line E: Load Connections F: C-Bus Indicator G: Unit Indicator H: USB (Type-C) Connector I : Hard Reset Button J: Channel Button Indicators K: C-Bus Connectors 2x RJ-45 L: C-Bus Network Cable. M: Transparent Removable Cover N: Space for Labelling O: QR Code for Product Details and Serial Number
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Phase Banks
The Dimmers have 2 separate dimming banks which require separate active and
neutral connections.
The dimming banks can be connected to : · different phases to each other, and
· can also be connected from different phases to the dimmer’s unit power
supply. For details refer, 8 channel dimmer, page 9 and wiring
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Project Design and Installation
Project Design and Installation
Installation Requirements
· Airflow around the unit and the ventilation holes must not be restricted.
Adequate ventilation should be provided in the enclosure to ensure that the
temperature in the enclosure is maintained within the rated operating
temperature range of the dimmer.
· If the anticipated ambient temperature levels are higher than operating
temperature, it is advised to refer the derating table guidelines to adjust
the dimmer load accordingly.
· The operating calorific values and the heat load must be considered when
designing the distribution board.
· Connect only compatible load types to the dimmer.
· The use of external protection against power surges is recommended.
Device and channel operating Temperature and Derating
During operation with rated load on all channels (total 8 amps), and with the
unit installed in an environment maintained at the rated operating
temperature, the internal components are maintained at temperatures which
helps in long-term reliability.
As a result, there is a trade-off between the dimmer units total rated load
and rated operating temperature. The rated load of 8 amps is at 100% with the
temperature of the operating environment equal or below 35° C, and is reduced
linearly according to the table to a maximum operating temperature of 55° C
where the total dimmer load of 4 amps, 50% is sustained.
In order to maintain the operating environment within the rated operating
temperature range, the operating calorific values and the heat load must be
considered when designing the distribution board.
To maximize life span, dimmers incorporate several protection features, page
29, for early diagnosis of adverse environmental factors.
· If the load on the dimmer is too high for the environmental and loading
conditions, and the dimmer channel temperature rises above 80° C, the dimmer
channels will reduce their brightness to lower the operating temperature,
which will be indicated as an “Over Temperature Windback” condition.
· In the “over temperature windback” condition, if the dimmer channel
temperature continues to rise and reaches to 100° C, the dimmer channels will
shut down to protect the unit.
Once the shutdown condition is triggered, the channel has to be turned off and
on again from C-Bus.
Operational environment conditions and status information can be relayed to
integrators via the SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software and via the C-Bus
Error Reporting and Measurement Applications (if enabled).
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Heat Load Generated by the Dimmer
To secure adequate operation temperature, while designing the distribution boards, refer below table for calorific values generated by the dimmer during operation.
Dimmer
5508D1D ( 8 channel 1 A)
5504D2D ( 4 channel 2 A)
Load Capacity At Maximum Load At Minimum Load At Maximum Load At Minimum Load
C-Bus Power Supply Status
C-Bus Power Supply Enabled
C-Bus Power Supply Disabled
C-Bus Power Supply Enabled
C-Bus Power Supply Disabled
C-Bus Power Supply Enabled
C-Bus Power Supply Disabled
C-Bus Power Supply Enabled
C-Bus Power Supply Disabled
Heat 74.4 65.9 19.8 11.3
BTU/h 74.4 65.8 16.4 7.8
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Mounting and Wiring
Mounting
The dimmer should only be installed horizontally on the mounting rails (type DIN EN 50022 TS 35) inside a distribution board.
Click!
DIN EN 50022 TS 35
Electrical Connection
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH · This product must be
installed and serviced by appropriately qualified and/or
licensed professional in accordance with the local wiring rules · Isolate the
electrical supply before doing any work on the product · Ensure that the
product has been correctly installed and tested for safe
operation before reconnecting the electrical supply · Do not use this product
for any other purpose than specified in this
instruction · Pay attention to the specifications and wiring diagrams related
to the
installation Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or
serious injury.
The 5508D1D and 5504D2D units are capable of handling up to: · 5508D1D : 8 A
across 8 dimmed channels (1 A per channel) · 5504D2D : 8 A across 4 dimmed
channels (2 A per channel) · Consider the maximum current drawn and the unit’s
terminal size when selecting cables
A wiring diagram for the C-Bus Digital Dimmers is provided below:
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Earth
N1 L1
Link
NL
110V Only
SpaceLogic C-Bus
Dimmer
C-Bus Unit
1
2
3
4
HR
5
6
7
8
C-Bus
Project Design and Installation
L2 N2
L3 N3
LN 1 2 3 4
LN5 678
The electrical connection is made via screw terminals. The description of the
terminals is defined in Hardware description, page 9
Consider the following points when installing these units:
· Fix mains cabling in the distribution board using cable ties or trunking as
required by local cabling rules. Take care not to allow copper strands to
enter the DIN unit’s apertures
· Rubber bungs are supplied for unused RJ45 connectors, to stop foreign bodies
from entering the unit. Always install these bungs when the unit is mounted
inside a mains rated enclosure
· Mains terminals accommodates 2 x 1.5 mm² or 1 x 2.5 mm² (2 x 16 AWG or 1 x
13 AWG) cable size
· The screw driver to be used for the terminals is Philips PH1
· The maximum torque to be applied to cable screw is 0.6 Nm
110 V Electrical Wiring
To use the dimmer with a 110 V unit supply, break the T-Block terminal using a
screw driver and connect a wire link between terminals.
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WARNING
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Do not break T-Block terminal and/or insert a wire
link unless using the dimmer with 110 V unit supply voltage. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.
NOTICE
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD When breaking the T-Block in the terminal, be careful
not to damage other terminal blocks. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in equipment damage.
C-Bus Network Connection
Connection to the C-Bus network is made via one of the RJ45 connectors. Use
only C-Bus certified cable, which is identifiable by its pink sheath. For
C-Bus cable, refer:
· Catalogue number: 5005C305B (solid) · Catalogue number: 5005C305BST
(stranded) The RJ45 connectors are internally connected. See below
illustration for pinouts and cable conductor assignments.
RJ-45
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Pin
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Wire Colour Compliance to TIA/EIA 568A wiring standard Green & White Green Orange & White Blue Blue & White Orange Brown & White Brown
Signal
Remote ON Remote ON C-Bus Negative (-) C-Bus Positive (+) C-Bus Negative (-)
C-Bus Positive (+) Remote OFF Remote OFF
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C-Bus Power Requirements
C-Bus Power Requirements
The dimmer includes a switchable inbuilt C-Bus power supply which can supply
200 mA to the network when enabled.
By default, the inbuilt power supply is disabled, but can be enabled (or
disabled) via the front panel.
Adequate C-Bus Power Supply Units must be installed or enabled to support the
connected devices. The SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software provides
information if the inbuilt power supply is enabled/disabled in each unit.
This can be helpful in determining the power supply requirements of a
particular network.
NOTE: The dimmers draw 20 mA from the C-Bus network when mains power is not
connected and/or when the inbuilt C-Bus power supply is not enabled.
Enable/Disable C-Bus Power Supply from Front Panel
The integrated C-Bus power supply can be enabled or disabled via the front
panel by performing a short press on the top right channel button whilst
holding down the top left channel button to toggle the enabled state.
The enabled status of the integrated C-Bus power supply is shown on the Unit
Indicator, page 30 and Channel Indicator, page 31. The state of the network
voltage is shown on the C-Bus Indicator, page 31.
If the C-Bus Indicator is flashing or off, the network voltage is too low,
meaning there is insufficient C-Bus Power. additional power supplies may need
to be enabled.
NOTE: Changing the power supply state will temporarily disrupt C-Bus network
communications, which take several seconds to recover, depending on the
network configuration.
NOTE: SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission also presents the status of the C-Bus power
supply and can disable the ability to change the power supply state from the
front panel.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that no more than 2 A of total C-Bus Power Supply capacity
is enabled/connected to any one C-Bus network.
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C-Bus Power Requirements
Enable/Disable C-Bus System Clock Generator
Dimmers incorporate a selectable C-Bus system clock generator. The system
clock is used to synchronize data communication over a C-Bus network. At least
one active C-Bus system clock is required on each C-Bus network for successful
communication. If a system clock is required, it can be enabled from the
SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software and the indicator buttons on the dimmer.
To enable or disable the C-Bus clock generator via the front panel, short
press on the top second-to-right button whilst holding down the top left
channel button. This toggles the enable state.
NOTE: SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission also displays the status of the clock and
can disable the ability to toggle the clock generator enabled state from the
front panel.
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Using the Device
Using the Device
Dimming Mode Selection (TE/LE)
By default, all dimmer channels are set to Trailing Edge. The dimmer enables
selecting the dimming mode per channel, trailing edge (TE), or leading edge
(LE), which can be changed via the front panel and/or the SpaceLogic C-Bus
Commission software.
To check the operation of the connected load, short press (<0.5 s) the channel
button to toggle the state of the channel. The load should turn on, and the
channel button will illuminate in the color corresponding to the currently
selected dimming mode (Yellow = TE, Green = LE).
If the channel does not turn on, and the indicator flashes red, the channel
settings needs to be changed.
For more details refer, selecting the right dimming mode, page 20 and load
profiles, page 25.
Selecting the right Dimming Mode
In most cases, the mode on the dimmer need not be changed to LE mode.
Dimmer mode need to be changed only if an inductive load is connected, such as
an iron-core low voltage lighting transformer, or a motor.
If an inductive load is connected to the dimmer in TE mode, the dimmer will
detect the voltage spikes and shut down the channel, and indicate a Mode Error
(flashing red channel indicator).
If this occurs, you can change the channel mode by pressing and holding the
flashing red channel indicator for approximately 10 s. The channel will then
turn off and then on again in LE mode (indicated by a green channel
indicator).
Some LED’s are tolerant of being driven in LE mode, but in most cases they
will work better in TE mode.
If an LED is connected to the dimmer in LE mode, sometimes the dimmer will not
be able to control it. In this case, the dimmer will shut down the channel and
indicate an Incompatible Load Error (flashing red channel indicator).
If this occurs, the channel mode can be changed by pressing and holding the
flashing red channel indicator for ~10 s. The channel will then turn off and
then on again in TE mode (indicated by a yellow channel indicator).
NOTE: It is also possible to change the mode using the SpaceLogic C-Bus
Commission software.
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Local Override
The channel indicator buttons on the front of the dimmer toggle the
corresponding channel on and off, providing local override capability.
Each button illuminates only when its respective channel is in the ON state.
Local channel indicator buttons perform different functions depending on how
they are pressed.
Operation Short-press (<0.5 second)
Double Short-press Long-press (12 second)
Function
A single short press toggles the state of a channel.
Two short presses in series return the channel to the CBus network level.
A long press on any local indicator button for one second or more returns all
channels to the C-Bus network level.
A long-press on any local indicator button for one second or more returns all
channels to the C-Bus network level.
NOTE: Double short-press and long-press operations only apply when the
dimmer/channel is in local override mode.
By default, any C-Bus commands received by the dimmer will override local
toggle changes. In this case, only the channel associated with the received
commands will revert to the C-Bus network state. This option can be disabled
in software using priority of operating modes.
Priority of the Operating Modes
The output status of a C-Bus DIN Rail Digital Dimmer can be changed by: ·
Pressing a C-Bus button · Activating any of the local toggle buttons (local
override) · Using the Remote Override facility
The priority ranking of these actions is as follows:
Mode Thermal overload Remote OFF Remote ON Local override C-Bus Input Unit (Wall plates, sensor etc)
Priority 1 (highest) 2 3 4
5
Function Channel automatically dimmed All channels OFF All channels ON Toggles
the channel
Control the channel
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Remote Override
The extra two pairs of the C-Bus network cable provide high priority override
functions for most C-Bus Output units. The Green & Green/White pair is used
for the Remote ON function. The Brown & Brown/White pair is used for the
Remote OFF function.
Connecting either pair to the C-Bus negative pair activates the corresponding
function.
The SpaceLogic C-Bus Network Automation and Application Controllers provide
facilities to control these overrides.
IMPORTANT: During the installation, it is important to make sure these pairs
are not left unplugged, as this may cause the override functions to be
triggered by accident.
Power-Up Load Status
The dimmer has on-board non-volatile memory, which by default is used to store
the operating state of each channel in case of power loss.
The SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software allows the channels to be configured
to restore any fixed level, or restore to their previous level upon
restoration of power.
On restoration of power, the dimmer waits approximately 5 seconds for power to
stabilize before restoring the channel states.
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Phase-Cut Dimming
Phase-Cut Dimming
A phase control (phase-cutting) dimmer adjusts the brightness of the connected
load by varying the portion of the mains AC waveform that is passed through to
the connected load.
In a 50 Hz system, a full mains cycle takes 20 milliseconds (ms), which
consists of a 10 ms positive half-cycle and a 10 ms negative half cycle.
At the beginning of the cycle the mains voltage is zero (“zero crossing”), it
then rises to reach its peak value (~340 V peak in a 240 V rms system) after 5
ms, before reducing again to zero at 10 ms. The cycle then repeats with the
opposite polarity.
The portion of this 10 ms half-cycle time for which the dimmer passes power to
the load is called the Conduction Time, and might be expressed in milliseconds
(ms) or microseconds (us) where 1 ms = 1000 us.
“Triac” and “MOSFET” are two main types of electronic switch used in dimmers
to control the flow of power to the load.
Older Dimmer used Triac’s.
A triac can be turned ON at any point in the mains cycle, but once turned on,
they cannot be turned OFF without reducing the load current to zero. Due to
this limitation, triac dimmers can only perform “Leading Edge” (LE) phase
control, where triac turns the power to the load on part way through the cycle
and it then remains on until the current drops to zero as the voltage drops to
zero.
To set a high brightness, the triac is turned on right at the start of the
cycle, immediately after the zero crossing, and then allows power through the
load for the whole cycle.
To reduce the brightness, the triac is turned on part way into the cycle, some
time after the zero crossing. The longer the delay, the lower the conduction
time, and the lower the brightness.
This means depending on where in the cycle the triac turns on, there can be a
very large step change in the voltage applied to the load. At 50% conduction,
the step change is equal to the peak of the mains (340 V in a 240 V rms
system).
This works well for older style loads such as incandescent lamps and for
inductive loads like iron-core low voltage lighting transformers or motors,
which naturally limit the inrush current. It is not good for electronic loads
such as electronic transformers or LED lighting, which have a capacitance at
the input, as this capacitor looks like a short circuit to the triac, causing
large inrush current spikes.
To overcome this older dimmer limitation:
Digital Dimmer uses MOSFETs, which can be turned both on AND off at any point
in the cycle.
These designs allow “Trailing Edge” (TE) phase control, where the power to the
load is turned on at zero crossing, and turned off after the desired
conduction time.
Trailing phase control is ideal for modern electronic loads like LED lighting,
since turning power to the load on at zero voltage means the inrush current is
minimized.
However, it is not suitable for inductive loads, since an inductance resists
rapid changes in current, resulting in generation of high voltage spikes when
the load is switched off.
As a result, Trailing Edge dimmers have a protection mechanism whereby they
will shut down if voltage spikes are detected, usually due to an incompatible
inductive load being connected.
Since MOSFETs can turn on AND off, MOSFET dimmers can also be designed to
operate in Leading Edge mode.
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Phase-Cut Dimming
A dimmer which can operate in both modes is often referred to as a “universal”
dimmer, which usually start in trailing edge mode (since this is the correct
mode for most modern load types), and then switch automatically to leading
edge mode if over voltage spikes are detected.
Automatic mode selection is not always reliable and often results in erratic
or inconsistent behavior.
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Configure the Device
Configure the Device
Configuration and Commissioning of the C-Bus unit is done by the C-Bus
connection using the “SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission” software. To download the
software click here The dimmer unit can be powered up by the USB-C connection
for programming via C-Bus (without an energized mains connection).
Load Profiles
A Load Profile adjusts certain settings within each dimmer channel which
tailors the dimming behavior to improve the end to end dimming experience.
Inbuilt Load Profiles and Inbuilt Dimming Curve, have the pre configured
settings which cannot be modified. If the acceptable results cannot be
realized with the load being used, the settings are customized and applied to
a dimmer channel.
A custom file is allowed to be saved and used within other channels of the
dimmer and also shared across other compatible dimmer devices.
In inbuilt, default dimmer channel profile is selected to be the most
universal. There are 4 user-configurable dimmer channel profiles. Each channel
can be assigned to any one of these 5 profiles. In each case there is a
improvement for the light source behavior during dimming, the load profile can
be adjusted by the SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software.
The SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software enables:
· The customization of the load profiles per channel
· 4 user configurable profile per channel/device
· Saving and sharing of endless load profiles for future project uses
· Provides guidance for starting point for adjusting the parameters for the
most known loads
LED Lighting (TE Dimmable)
LED Lighting (LE Dimmable)
Electronic Transformer (TE Dimmable)
Electronic Transformer (LE Dimmable)
Incandescent Lighting (TE Preferred)
Incandescent Lighting (LE)
Sweep Fan
Exhaust Fan
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NOTE: For future use, SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission enables saving, uploading or
sharing of load profile files which includes the following :
· Load Brand · Load Model · Load Quantity · Custom notes associated with the
load · Dimming Setting which include the following:
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Minimum Brightness: Sets the level where the load operates or is visibly On.
Maximum Brightness: Sets the level where the load exhibits no further change
in brightness or output. Soft Turn On: Sets the role of change for Instant
Ramps. The value is the time taken to transit from Off to Maximum Brightness.
This value can also affect the timing of C-Bus Ramps between levels and the
output of a dimming curve, which is set to 1 second or less. Soft Turn Off:
Sets the role of change for Instant Ramps. The value is the time taken to
transit from Off to ON.
Some types of loads have problems starting at low conduction/brightness
settings. This shows up as a lamp taking a long time to turn on when turned on
at a low setting, or taking along time to respond and they suddenly turning on
at a higher level when ramped up slowly from off. In the case of a motor such
as a sweep fan, it might take a long time to start moving or not move at all
at low settings. The Kickstart is a feature which, when enabled, uses a higher
brightness setting for a short amount of time when transitioning from off to
on, which improves the startup behavior of loads with these kinds of problem.
When Kickstart is enabled, each time the channel is turned on, if the level is
less than the “Kickstart Brightness”, the channel will fade to the “Kickstart
Brightness” setting over the duration set by the “Kickstart Turn On” setting.
It will then stay at the Kickstart Brightness setting for the duration set by
the “Kickstart Duration”, and then fade to the current level over the duration
set by the “Kickstart Recovery” setting. Kickstart Duration: When enabled,
sets the duration to maintain the Kickstart Brightness level before recovering
to a lower level if set. Kickstart Brightness: When enabled, sets the dimmer
Kickstart Minimum Brightness level before when transition from Off to On (at
any level). Kickstart Turn On: When enabled, sets the time in which the
Kickstart Brightness level is applied to the load. A value of 10 ms is a Fast
or Hard Start (same as a
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switch). This value is recommended to be set to Fast between 0.010 ton 0.100
seconds.
Kickstart Recovery: When enabled, sets the time taken at the end of the
Kickstart duration to transition from the Kickstart Brightness level to the
currently set level of the load.
If the set level is less than the Kickstart Brightness level, this value is
set to Slow to achieve a smooth unnoticeable transition at the end of the
kickstart.
Dimming Curve
A “Dimming Curve” refers to a translation between input level and output
level.
With the inbuilt load profiles, dimming curve relationship is linear. However,
with some types of load dimming curve will result in a non-linear change with
perceived brightness as you dim. In such case, a custom dimming curve can be
defined to address.
Example: At low conduction time, a small change in conduction time may result
in a large change in brightness. Since C-Bus ramp rates give a constant rate
of change of level and therefore conduction time, this is perceived as very
rapid dimming at the low end and slower dimming at the high end. Using a
dimming curve with a flatter slope at the bottom end results in smaller
changes in conduction time in the lower dimming range, giving more control.
NOTE: The Dimming Curve translation is applied after Min/Max scaling, the Min/Max Scaling feature is effectively just limiting the range rather than altering the space of the curve by squashing it over a smaller range.
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Configure the Device
Min/Max Scaling
The Min/Max scaling feature takes the input control level range of 1-255 and
scales it to the range Min-Max.
· An input control level of 0 is always 0 (off) · An input control level of 1
is scaled to Min · An input control level of 255 is scaled to Max
NOTE: Since the adjustments related to load limits are handled by the Dimmer
Load Profiles, the primary use case for Min/Max scaling is limiting the
control range where a higher minimum or lower maximum is desired.
For example, the kitchen and bedroom can use the same load profile since the
load type is the same, but can adjust the range using the Min/Max scaling
instead.
Warn Before Off
Warn before OFF is an optional courtesy feature of the Dimmer. It can be
enabled by and Enabled Control Group and the duration can be set up to 15 min.
When a command is received from C-Bus, and when warn before OFF is set, the
channel:
· Does not immediately turn off · Initiates a warning, indicating that the
light is about to turn OFF · Turns OFF after the preset warning time
NOTE: The warning consists of going to a pre-set level (1-100%) for a pre-set
duration (1-15 minutes), before it turns off. If a second OFF command whilst
the warning sequence is active, this will cause the channel to turn off
immediately.
Logic
Logic feature combines the level of the primary lighting group with the level
of one or more “logic” lighting groups in order to determine the final level
that controls the output. In dimmer there are 4 logic groups, and each channel
can be combined with any number of these.
In dimmers, there are two logic functions available :
1. In “MIN” logic, the output level takes the minimum value of the primary
lighting group and the states of all logic groups which that channel is
configured to be combined with.
a. This is useful as a way of limiting the brightness at different times of
day. The primary group can be used to control the level and state, and the
logic group can be used to limit the brightness. Example, a schedule can set
the logic group to a lower level after dark so that lights turned on during
the night only come on at a low level. The schedule would then also set return
the logic group level to maximum at sunrise so that the lights starts to
function normally again.
2. In “MAX” logic, the output level takes the maximum value of the primary
lighting group and the states of all logic groups which that channel is
configured to be combined with.
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Protection Features
Protection Features
To maximize device life span, digital dimmers incorporate several protection
features and transmits information related to the C-Bus network and load
status flow to the system integrator via C-Bus measurement and error reporting
application for early diagnosis of adverse environmental factors.
Thermal Wind Back and Recovery
In any dimming mode, if the channel’s internal temperature exceeds 80°C the
dimmer periodically reduces the conduction time (the brightness). This
continues until the channel temperature reduces below 80°C.
The brightness will recover when the temperature remains below 80°C. Whilst in
this over temperature wind back state, the over temperature channel status
will be reflected in the channel indicator state and also via Error Reporting
Application (if enabled).
Over Temperature (Thermal Shutdown)
If the channel temperature continues to rise and reaches 100°C, the channel
will shut down and indicate over temperature shutdown status on the channel
indicator and via Error Reporting Application (if enabled).
Once in this state, the channel will remain off until the state is toggled.
Over Current
Each channel of the dimmer includes over current protection against faults
such as wiring faults, incandescent lamp filament failure and excessive load.
If the channel’s over current protection is triggered, the channel will shut
down and indicate over current status on the channel indicator and via the
Error Reporting Application (if enabled).
Once in this state, the channel will remain off until the state is toggled.
Incompatible Load
If the dimmer channel identifies that the connected load is incompatible with
the selected mode or load profile, the channel will turn off and indicate
`Incompatible Load Error” via the indicator.
Mode Error
In TE mode, if inductive spikes are observed while dimming suggesting a presence of an inductive load, the channel will shut down and indicate mode error.
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Indicators
Unit Indicator
Action Green LED is ON
Yellow LED is ON
LED OFF Red LED is ON
Slow Flash, Red/Green
Slow Flash Red, Yellow
Override Flash Red, Green
Override Flash Red, Yellow
Override Flash Off, Green
Override Flash Off, Yellow
Fast Flash, Green
LED Indication
Indicators
Status · Unit powered · C-Bus power supply
Enabled · Unit powered · C-Bus power supply
Disabled
No power to device
· Unit powered · Configuration Error
· Internal temperature has exceeded overtemperature threshold
· C-Bus power supply enabled
· Internal temperature has exceeded overtemperature threshold
· C-Bus power supply disabled
· Internal temperature has exceeded overtemperature threshold
· Override Active, C-Bus power supply enabled
· Internal temperature has exceeded overtemperature threshold
· Override Active, C-Bus power supply disabled
· Override active · C-Bus power supply
enabled · Override active · C-Bus power supply
disabled
Secondary firmware update in progress
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Indicators
C-Bus Indicator
Action Solid(not flashing)
Steady Flash
LED Indication Regardless of color
Short Flash
Red
Green
Yellow
Off
Channel Indicator
Action
Short-Press on the channel (< 05 second)
Slow Flash, Red
Off
On, Red
Fast Flash, Red
Fast Flash, Yellow
Slow Flash, Yellow
LED Indication
Status
C-Bus Voltage OK
C-Bus Voltage marginal (1520 V) C-Bus Voltage critical (<15 V)
No C-Bus clock detected, Host Online
C-Bus clock detected, Host Online
C-Bus clock detected, Host Offline
No C-Bus voltage present or unit not powered
Status Channel On, Leading Edge mode
Channel On, Trailing Edge mode
Channel shutdown due to incompatible load or mode error
Channel off
Channel Offline, Normally due to no mains supply to channel
Channel shutdown due to over current
Channel shutdown due to over temperature condition
Channel operating at reduced setting due to over temperature condition
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Firmware Update
Firmware Update
The SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software will notify if a firmware update is required. The update requires a connection to the USB-C connector on the dimmer and is performed using the SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software. All required firmware files will be included and authenticated as part of the latest SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software release.
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Measurement Application
Measurement Application
The Measurement application is used for broadcasting values of physical
parameters monitored by C-Bus devices.
Measurement application messages can be displayed on eDLT and/or SpaceLogic
C-Bus Automation Controllers.
Example: A C-Bus temperature sensor might broadcast the measured temperature
for display on an eDLT, or for use by a SpaceLogic C-Bus Automation Controller
to control an under-floor heating zone.
Measurement Application messages contain the following information :
· A Device ID to identify the unit which broadcast the message
· The channel number, which is used to differentiate between multiple
measurements that the single device may produce
Example: The 4 channels of a 4 channel temperature sensor, or different
parameters measured for a single channel.
· The measured value
· The units of the measured value (example: volts, amperes, degrees)
The dimmers provide measurements of the following values via the Measurement
application.
· Lamp Running Times
· Channel Operating Temperatures
· Power Supply Load Current
· C-Bus Voltage
· Unit Operating Temperature
There are multiple quantities available per channel, the different quantities
use blocks of channel numbers with different offsets according to the
parameter.
Channel Number 0-7
128-135 252 253 254
Quantity
Channel 0-7 Lamp Running Time Channel Operating Temperature
Power Supply Load Current
C-Bus Voltage
Unit Operating Temperature
Hours
Units
Degrees Celsius
Amperes Volts Degrees Celsius
Measurements can be configured to broadcast periodically, by setting the
Measurement Periodic Broadcast parameter. This can be set to an interval
between 1 and 254 minutes.
NOTE: If periodic broadcast is not required, a trigger group can be configured
to request either individual channels (by using the action selector
corresponding to the channel requested), or an action selector of 255 to
request all channels to be updated. This can also be used in conjunction with
a regular broadcast.
In addition, individual quantities may be excluded from the regular broadcast
by de-selecting them in the Measurement Regular Broadcast’ options parameter. Eventually, the
Lamp Running time measurements’ can be reset to zero by
configuring a Trigger Group’ and sending a
Trigger Event’ on that trigger
group with the action selector set to the channel which is to be cleared, or
an `Action Selector’ of 255 to clear all channels.
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Error Reporting Application
Error Reporting Application
The C-Bus Error Reporting application is used to notify and manage error of
other status information detected by C-Bus devices.
The C-Bus devices can monitor various operational parameters, and can report
error or warning conditions using the C-Bus Error Reporting application.
The reports consists of information on the source, severity and nature of the
error or fault condition, and also allow independent tracking and
acknowledgement of the most recent and most severe conditions.
The reports are monitored by a device such as a SpaceLogic C-Bus Automation
Controller, which can:
· display the status to the user
· allow them to acknowledge reports
· and as well as clear any latched errors
A SpaceLogic C-Bus Automation Controller can also make all of this available
to a higher layer such as a BMS via BACnet.
There are 5 Error Reporting Modes. The mode controls:
· which error reports are generated
· and when they are generated
The mode can either be fixed during commissioning time, or can be changed
dynamically by assigning a control group on the Enable Control application.
In addition to controlling the generation of error reports using the mode, a
Trigger Control Group may be configured to request an update to ALL error
channels at any time. This can be useful to manage traffic in an installation,
where a large number of Error Reporting devices or channels exist.
Modes Mode 0
Mode 1
Mode 2 Mode 3 Mode 4
Types of errors OFF
All channels: Most Recent Errors only
All channels: Most Recent and Most Severe Errors
Minimum reporting: Most Recent Errors only
Minimum reporting: Most Recent and Most Severe Errors
Description
In this mode, neither live reports or regular reports are generated
· In this mode, live reporting is enabled, meaning a change in error state for
any channel will be emitted when it occurs
· In addition, if the Regular Reporting Interval parameter is configured, the
current error state of all channels will be re-sent at the configured interval
· Setting the Regular Reporting Interval to zero disables the regular reports,
but live reporting remains active. This allows timely notification of error
status changes but without the traffic overhead of additional regular reports
This mode works the same as Mode 1, but also includes tracking of the Most
Severe errors for each channel
This mode works the same as Mode 1, but excludes the individual channel
reports
This can be useful to reduce the amount or traffic where there are a large
number of channels or a large number of devices exist.
The aggregate channel is included, which is a logical OR of all of the channel
error bytes, which still allows channel errors to be monitored
This mode works the same as Mode 2, but excludes the individual channel
reports
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Error Reporting Application
The following channel error status information is available via the Error
Reporting application:
· Mode Error: The channel has shut down due to the attached load being
incompatible with the currently selected mode
· Incompatible Load: The channel has shut down due to the attached load being
incompatible with load profile
· Over-temperature Windback active: The channel is operating at a reduced
operating point due to excessive temperature
· Over-temperature Shutdown : The channel has shut down due to extreme
temperature
· Over-current Shutdown: The channel has shut down due to an extreme current
overload
· Channel Offline : The channel is not responding · Channel Overridden : The
channel has been overridden by the local
override, and C-Bus priority is disabled
New devices include an aggregate channel (251) which reports the aggregate
(logical OR) of all channel errors.
When used in conjunction with Error Modes 3/4 and a Trigger event for
requesting update, this can be useful to minimize Error Reporting traffic.
NOTE: To fetch detailed channel error information, request using the Trigger.
New devices which include a C-Bus Power Supply include a Power Supply Error
channel (250).
The power supply error channel allows reporting of up to three error
conditions:
· Load warning : The load current on the C-Bus Power Supply has exceeded the
user-configurable warning threshold level
· Over-current : The load current on the C-Bus Power Supply has exceeded the
rated load current
· Current Limit : The power supply is in current-limit mode, meaning the
network is probably inoperable
The load warning and over-current errors are optional. If the warning
threshold parameters are not configured, both these errors are disabled. Once
the warning threshold parameters are configured, both errors are enabled.
The Current Limit error is always enabled. However due to the nature of the
fault, it may only ever appear when most severe errors are enabled, as the
network may be made inoperable by this condition.
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Status and Failure Monitoring and Reporting
Status and Failure Monitoring and Reporting
All the status of the dimmers full channels can be viewed in the SpaceLogic
C-Bus Commission software Property window of the dimmers (device indications,
channel indications: setting details).
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Specifications
Specifications
Parameter Nominal Mains Voltage and Frequency
C-Bus Input Operating Voltage: C-Bus Input Operating Current : C-Bus Power
Supply (if enabled): Storage Temperature Load Rating
Protection Rating Dimmer Technology Compatible Loads
Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Dimensions (WxHxD)
Mains terminals
C-Bus connections
Description 230 V ac ± 10%, 50 Hz ± 3 Hz 110 V ac ± 10%, 60 Hz ± 3 Hz 20 – 36
V dc
20 mA
200 mA at 27-35 V dc
20 – 60° C
8 channel: Up to 1 A per channel 4 channel: Up to 2 A per channel IP20
Adjustable per channel -Trailing edge (TE) / (LE) Leading edge phase control
Dimmable LED lamps and luminaires, incandescent/ halogen lamps, halogen lamps
with electronic transformers, halogen lamps with dimmable iron core
transformers -5 to 55 C with derating
10% to 93% Non-condensing
216 x 92 x 63 mm (8.5 x 3.62 x 2.48 inches)
Accommodates 2 x 1.5 mm² or 1 x 2.5 mm² (2 x 16 AWG or 1 x 13 AWG) Screw
driver for the terminals used is Philips PH1
2 x RJ45 Connectors
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8 Channel Dimmer
216 mm (8.5 inches)
Link N L
LN 1 2 3 4
110V Only
SpaceLogic C-Bus
Dimmer
C-Bus Unit
1
2
3
4
HR
5
6
7
8
C-Bus
LN5 678
Specifications
63 mm (2.48 inches)
92 mm (3.62 inches)
4 Channel Dimmer
216 mm (8.5 inches)
Link N L
LN 1 1 2 2
110V Only
SpaceLogic C-Bus
Dimmer
C-Bus Unit
1
2
3
4
HR
C-Bus
LN 3344
63 mm (2.48 inches)
92 mm (3.62 inches)
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
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Symptom
Possible indication
(on the front panel of the
dimmer)
Possible Causes
Solution
Reduced brightness observed in the dimmer channel outputs
Channel Indicator: Slow Flash, Yellow
Channel Indicator: Fast Flash, Yellow Dimmer Channel does not work
Channel Indicator: Fast Flash, Red
· Channel is operating at reduced setting due to over temperature condition
· Normally due to excessive load and/or inadequate ventilation and/or high
operating temperature
· Channel shutdown due to over temperature condition
· Normally due to excessive load and/or inadequate ventilation
· Reduce the load on the channel and/or total the load on the unit
· Improve enclosure ventilation to reduce the temperature of the enclosure
· Channel shutdown
due to over current Check the wiring, rectify
·
Normally due to excessive inrush or load/wiring fault (short circuit)
the issue and then turn on the dimmer to restore it to its normal operating state
Unit Indicator: Slow Flash, Red/ Yellow
Unit Indicator: Slow Flash, Red/ Dimmer does not work Green
Internal temperature has exceeded overtemperature threshold
Unit Over temperature
Improve enclosure ventilation to reduce ambient temperature
Unit Indicator: Red
Stored configuration is not compatible with firmware version Can occur after a major firmware version update
Redeploy the configuration of the dimmer via the SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software
Dimmer ignores CBus commands
C-Bus indicator: Solid Red Unit Indicator : Blinking
No C-Bus clock detected
Enable C-Bus system clock generator
Override is active
Cannot Turn On the channel
Channel Indicator: Solid Red
Channel Offline Normally due to no mains supply to channel bank Example: The breaker has tripped or the supply has not been connected If not all channels in the bank are affected, it could be the result of a failed channel firmware update
· Ensure the wiring is done according to the instruction sheet Check breakers
if banks have independent circuit protection
· If failed firmware update suspected, re-perform the channel firmware update
with the SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software
Cannot turn ON/OFF the C-Bus Power supply from the front panel
Not applicable
Power Supply Toggle from the front panel is disabled by the Software
Change the configuration of the dimmer via the SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission software to enable C-Bus power supply toggle from indicator buttons
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Can not enable/ disable the C-Bus clock from the front panel
No C-Bus Power
Low Voltage
Reduced brightness observed in the channel outputs Error message after
switching ON the dimmer channel
The lights are flickering
Cannot find the dimmer on the C-Bus network
It is difficult to set the brightness level at the bottom or top end of the
dimming
Lights flashes brightly at start up
Not applicable
Unit Indicator: OFF C-Bus indicator: Steady Flash C-Bus indicator: Short Flash
Not applicable Error message after switching ON the dimmer channel
Not applicable
Not applicable Unit Indicator: OFF
Not applicable
Not applicable
System Clock Toggle from the front panel is disabled by the Software
No mains power supply
C-Bus cable not connected Jumper link not fitted for 110 V
Change the configuration of the dimmer via the SpaceLogic C-Bus Commission
software to enable System Clock toggle from indicator buttons
Advise to check mains voltage
Advise to check C-bus cable
Advise to check the connection
Overload on the network
Enable C-Bus Power supply in additional units
Low mains voltage
Voltage drop over long distance of cable run
Warn before off is activated Mixing the loads
Advise to check mains voltage
Low voltage indicator LED provided installer training
Expected behavior if warn-before is enabled
Check for load uniformity
Incorrect dimming mode
Use the channel button to change to LE mode
The default load profile might not be suitable for this light
Lights can be nondimmable light sources
If it occurs at specific times, usually in the evening, there maybe ripple
signalling on the grid
Customize the load profile and dimming curve to achieve the desired dimming
outcome
Ensure the load that is connected to the dimmer is a dimmable load
Choose a different type of lamp which is less affected by ripple, or install a
ripple filter
Unit is in bootloader state
No mains power supply
Cycle the power on the dimmer to exit bootloader
Check there is mains power to the unit
C-Bus cable not connected
Check that the C-bus cable is connected properly
Jumper link not fitted for Check that the 110 V wire
110 V
link is connected properly
The default 1:1 dimming curve may not be suitable for the loads profile
The default load profile is not suitable for the load or incorrect setting for
Kick-start
Customize the load profile and dimming curve to achieve the desired dimming
outcome
· Customize the default load profile with minimum and maximum brightness to
make the lighting behavior suitable with the load
· Ensure there is no incorrectly configured KickStart parameter set
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The lights do not turn on at lower brightness level set by C-Bus
Not applicable
Dimmer does not work after firmware update
Not applicable
The default load profile is not suitable for the load
Customize the default load profile with minimum and maximum brightness to make the lighting behavior suitable with the load Consider configuring Kick-Start
Interruption during firmware update
· Check the condition of the USB communication cable used between the laptop
and the device and ensure good quality cable is used for firmware update, or
try a shorter cable Ensure update process is not interrupted, and wait for
software to confirm process is complete before removing the cable
Check the USB cable connection and ensure it is fully inserted in the USB-C
connector
· If instructed by the software press the reset button for recovery purposes
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