Vossloh Schwabe 186428 iProgramer DALI Drivers User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Vossloh Schwabe
Table of Contents
Vossloh Schwabe 186428 iProgramer DALI Drivers
Programming DALI drivers using an iProgrammer
GENERAL INFORMATION
As a versatile configuration tool for DALI control gear, the iPro-grammar
serves to make such control gear individually programmable and updateable for
luminaire manufacturers. General DALI parameters can be both read-out and
programmed. For programmable LED drivers made by Vossloh-Schwabe, the
secondary current can be adjusted with a degree of precision down to 1 mA.
Vossloh-Schwabe’s “Streetlight” drivers can be configured using functions
already known from the iMCU. Should subsequent changes need to be made, the
“Remote Control” function enables remote programming via the existing power
supply line without having to open any luminaires.
Designed to be a flexible tool, the iProgrammer is suitable for use both in
production settings for quick individual configuration as well as with an
existing DALI network. No complicated commissioning procedure is necessary.
Operation and configuration are made easy with the help of a graphic user
interface.
SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Software Installation
Please always download the latest version of the iProgrammer configuration
software and the model xml file from the following website: https://www
.vossloh-schwabe.com/en/home/prod-ucts/led-control-gears/constant-
current.html
Since the software does not need to be installed to run, opening/loading the
.exe file is all you need to do to start working. Please unpack the .zip
file in a directory of your choice and, if required, create a desktop
shortcut. New DALI control gear requires an up-to-date “Model.xml”
NOTE version to be properly recognized and to render all functions
usable. This xml file must be saved in the subfolder “Config” of the software.
It is therefore advisable to regularly update the software to its latest
version if the latest generation of DALI control gear is to be programmed
.
Hardware Installation
- Connect the supplied cable to a free USB port and the iProgrammer.
- Up to 64 DALI devices can be connected or addressed. However, parameters can only be read out with one connected or addressed DALI device. The “3C” function can also be used only when connecting a single DALI driver. The operating mode and addressing options can be selected at a later point in time in the software. The iProgrammer exclusively supports DALI control gear made by Vossloh-Schwabe.
- The iProgrammer can optionally supply the bus voltage for DALI operation. While both voltage supply and the DALI output can already be connected, this is not necessary for hardware installation purposes.
- If an external DALI voltage supply unit is used, care must be taken to ensure correct polarity.
- The installation of the requisite USB driver will differ depending on the specific version of your Microsoft® operating system. The USB driver is also part of the *.zip file.
- Upwards of Windows 7, this driver can be loaded via the device manager (see screenshot). All warnings concerning the driver that is not licensed by Microsoft can be ignored.
Please make a note of the driver’s COM port following successful installation.
Should it not have been possible to complete the installation process in the
manner described above, please contact your IT department since USB ports may
well have been disabled for security reasons.
RUN THE SOFTWARE
Run the iProgrammer configuration software with a double click on file
step1_*.exe. If correct communication is established between the software and
the iProgrammer, the green status LED on the iProgrammer will light up. If the
iProgrammer was not properly recognized or installed, a message that the
software is in DEMO Mode will be displayed in the upper left-hand corner of
the screen.
Should “DEMO Version” continue to be displayed, the following problems could
be responsible:
- the iProgrammer is not properly connected,
- the USB port is disabled (contact your IT department),
- the wrong default COM port was selected; this setting is described in the following.
The command buttons for settings are shown in the task bar at the bottom of
the screen. DALI control gear is configured using the window with the block
diagram.
For use in production settings, an optimized user interface, which enables the
profile created here to be transferred into the device with just one click of
the mouse, can be made available on request (see section 4.2).
Selection of Communication Settings and Device Type
Starting the software generates a pop-up window in which basic settings
regarding DALI operating mode, connection via USB and the type of the
respective DALI control gear can be made. This pop-up can be reopened at any
time by clicking on “Setup”.
DALI Power Supply and Broadcast
Broadcast DALI communication is preselected as a default setting. However,
certain applications demand that only control gear with a concrete DALI
address is addressed. The “DALI Power Supply” function, which is disabled by
default, must be enabled to permit communication with DALI control gear
without an external DALI power supply. Putting a tick in the box will enable
internal DALI bus power supply. An external DALI power supply may only be
connected if no check mark is set.
Communication Port
The COM port is responsible for establishing communication between the
iProgrammer and the software. The previously noted COM port of the USB driver
for the iProgrammer must therefore be entered here. If the software runs in
DEMO Mode, the wrong COM port of the computer may have been selected or the
USB driver may not have been properly installed.
Type of DALI Control Gear
If one of the supported VS DALI drivers is used, a choice can be made from a
list of available device types. Different configuration options are available
for each device profile.
If the wrong DALI device model is selected, this selection will be ignored
from the software.
Please refer to the respective datasheet to check the device type of your
Vossloh-Schwabe DALI control gear.
COMMAND BUTTONS AND CONTROL ELEMENTS
Functions of the Command Button Bar (File Operations)
Read
All device information and parameters are read-outs, for which purpose only
one DALI device may be connected at any one time.
Save
The current configuration is then saved as a parameter file. A dialogue to
specify the storage location and name of the parameter file (*.vsq) will then
open. This file can subsequently be used for the simplified production user
interface.
Load
An already created parameter file can now be loaded into the program. All
parameters in the program will then be overwritten. A dialogue to choose the
parameter file (*.vsq) will open.
Service
Various information on the DALI device is shown. This function must be
preceded by a “Read” command.
Setup
Settings on the connection and device types are then undertaken (see section
2.1).
General Configuration Elements
Activating a Function Block
Scroll bar All values are set by adjusting a scroll bar. It is not possible to enter values using a keyboard.
PROGRAM OR FUNCTION BLOCKS
Various configuration elements are available depending on the connected DALI
control gear. In addition, device parameters can be read-out.
After successful hard- and software installation, the VS DALI driver can be
connected to mains and the DALI terminal. Now the system is ready for
programming.
The respective device model is read automatically from the driver by clicking
“Read”, see section 2.1.
Vossloh-Schwabe DALI Control Gear (Profile type: Unknown Model)
The parameters of “DALI setup” are available for all Vossloh-Schwabe DALI
control gears.
If available, the DALI parameters read-out with the “Read” command will be
displayed here. The dimming range, start behavior and error response can be
adjusted. For every parameter, the DALI values 0 to 255 are available. The
DALI device can also be given a DALI short address. By entering the short
address and setting the checkmark “Write” it becomes active. A click on
transfers the new parameters.
Furthermore, the following operating parameters can be read-out, after which
they will be displayed under “Service”:
Detailed DALI information can
be found in the datasheet of your Vossloh-Schwabe LED driver.
Vossloh-Schwabe MultiCurrent LED Driver (Profile type will be selected
automatically)
Besides the DALI parametrization (see section 4.1.), Vossloh-Schwabe DALI
drivers with the 3C function offer a configurable current output (mA).
The current output of the DALI driver may not be adjusted while supplying a
LED module. During the change there can occur undefined states.
The physically possible minimum and maximum currents that were read-out with
the “Read” command are displayed here. The desired operating current can be
set within these limits. A click on will directly read-out the value to the
DALI LED driver and close the pop-up window.
A correct transmission can be visually verified by the shortly flashing red
indicator LED of the iProgrammer.
Production Tool
For the identic parametrization of numerous devices there is an optimized user
interface available.
Step 1
The output current can be set as described in section 4.2 and saved as a .vsq
file by clicking “Save”. The filename may not consist of special characters or
spaces.
Please make a note of the filename and place the file into the same program
folder (see screenshot).
Open Step2_Production.bat file
by right-click -> “Edit”. The part “TypeYourArticleNumberHere” must be
replaced by the previously given filename of the .vsq file.
NOTE: It is also possible to create and use several production tools in
parallel. Just duplicate the .bat file and edit the respective .vsq file
name.
Step 2
The now configured production tool can be started with the file
Step2_Production.bat. Every connected DALI driver can now be parametrized by
only one click. After a correct transmission there appears a green tick and an
entry in the log. It is solely necessary to ensure that during transmission
the driver may not be disconnected from power supply or the DALI terminal.
Application in an automated production environment: The parameter
“step1_config -load .vsq” can also be integrated into a console application
(see screenshot). By adding the parameter “-autorun” the required mouse-click
is no longer necessary. The console application then prompts a return value
(1=error, 0= OK) that can be interpreted by the automation program of the
user.
Vossloh-Schwabe Streetlight iMCU Control Gear (Profile type will be
selected automatically)
Operating mode: 1–10 V or iMCU
The “Streetlight” driver can be operated with a 1-10V interface and selectable
output current. The configuration is done as described in section 4.2.
Alternatively the device can be used in iMCU mode incl. Lst control signal.
MFF and NTC function blocks are also available for all operating types.
MFF
The maintenance factor to compensate for the lamp’s decrease in luminous flux
is set with MFF.
For example: according to
manufacturer specifications, the decrease in luminous flux of a connected LED
module amounts to 20% over 50,000 hours. In consequence, the maintenance
factor is set to increase the output of the connected driver by 20% over
50,000 hours. The decrease in luminous flux can be individually adjusted in
three steps via L1, L2 and L3.
A click on closes the pop-up and immediately transfers the new parameters.
NTC
The function of the externally connected NTC resistor can be con-figured here.
Please see the datasheet of your Vossloh-Schwabe LED driver for details
.
A click on closes the pop-up. The new parameters can then be immediately transferred with a click on “Write” or a new function block can be configured.
iMCU Configuration
If iMCU has been selected as the operating mode, a click on the “iMCU” element
opens up an extended user interface in addition to the above-named MFF and NTC
functions. If the “Read” com-mand is carried out beforehand, the program will
be displayed with all current settings.
A detailed explanation of the MCU functions can be found in the separate manual “Additional Functions Streetlight”.
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