ChilliNet User Manual
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1. If removed for wiring ensure that the orientation is correct when replacing the connector Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Figure 2 12 DMX Connections Figure 2 13 Alarm Input Connections Page 14 of 30 Installation CONTROL CONTROL PANEL NETWORK TERMINATION RESISTOR Lar CAT5 FTP CABLE CAT5 FTP CABLE CHILLI DIMMER CONTROL CHILLI DIMMER NETWORK TERMINATION RESISTOR CAT5 FTP CABLE CHILLI DIMMER NETWORK TERMINATION RESISTOR CAT5 FTP CABLE Figure 2 14 Example Chilli Net System Schematic Chilli Network Chilli Net The following devices can be connected to a Chilli Network system e Chilli Dimmer e Chilli Control Panel Chilli Master Controller e Chilli RS232 Node e Chilli NetLink hub e Spice Rack Dimmer e Rack 6 Install 6 Dimmers e Frog Box Each device has a set of network terminals or an RJ12 socket provided for connection to the Chilli network The cable used to connect the various devices in the network must be CAT 5 100MHz FIP cable Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Network Terminals The Chilli Net terminals are labelled with the recommended colours of the pairs in CAT5 cable as follows Orange Pair 12V Blue White CAN H Blue CAN L Green Pair OV Brown Pair Shield All devices in the Chilli network must be connected in serial The devices in the network can be wired in any order see examples in Figure 2 14 ab2. Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 The cursor appears in the memory number field xx Unprogrammed memories are indicated by an next to the memory number Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to select the required memory 1 12 Press the ENT key to confirm the memory selection The screen shows Memory XxX Fade Time xX The Memory field is for information only and is not editable The cursor appears in the Fade Time field Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to adjust the fade time as required 1 60 seconds Press the ENT key to save the fade time to the memory The dimmer will then grab the current output levels and store them in the selected memory The screen will briefly show a confirmation and then return to the Record Memory screen Record Memory Network Mode This option allows you to store the current output levels in one of the 12 memories in the dimmer Only the levels of the dimmer channels assigned to the specified area are recorded into the memory The fade time can also be adjusted if required during this operation It is recommended that when recording memories the topset level for all channels is set to 100 Select the Record Memory option from the Memories menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Area 1 Memory xX The cursor is in the Area field Enter the required area number using the numeric keypad or cursor keys then press the ENT key If
3. ENT key to enter the menu for the selected option Set Channel Level This option allows you to set up a manual control level between 0 100 for each of the dimmer chamnels Select the Set Chan Level option from the menu and press the ENT key to enter the menu Stand Alone Mode the screen shows Channel xx Level xxx The cursor is shown in the Channel field Network Mode the screen shows A xx Channel xx Level xxx The cursor is shown in the Channel field The area number A xx shows the area that the dimmer channel is assigned to and is for information only In Stand Alone or Network Mode individual channel levels can then be adjusted using the numeric keypad or cursor keys Press the ENT key to move between the Channel and Level fields Note Using the Key The key can be used as a quick method of setting the manual control levels to full or off The first push will take it 100 the second push will take it 0 etc Set All Channels Stand Alone Mode Allows you to set a manual control level for all the channels on the dimmer in a single operation Select the Set All Chans option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows All Channels Level 0 Set All Channels Network Mode allows you to set a manual control level for all the channels in a specified area on the dimmer in a single operation Select the Set All Chans option from the menu and
4. fade time and the channel levels into the memory The screen briefly shows a confirmation and Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 then returns to the Edit Memory screen The memory is removed from the outputs Edit Memory Network Mode This option allows you to edit the channel values and fade time of a programmed memory for a selected area stored on the dimmer Select the Edit Memory option from the Memories menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Area Ji Memory xX If the memory for the chosen area is unprogrammed a star is shown next to the memory number and the memory cannot be edited The cursor appears in the Area field Enter the required area number using the numeric keypad or cursor keys then press the ENT key If the area number is valid the cursor moves to the Memory field Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to select the required memory 1 12 then press the ENT key to confirm If the memory for the chosen area is programmed the dimmer outputs the selected memory and the screen shows A xx Channel 1 Level xxx The area number field A xx is for information only The cursor is shown in the Channel field The Level field shows the programmed value for that channel in the memory Adjust the level of each channel as required This operation uses the same user interface as the Set Channel Level function in Manual Control Note Only those channels whic
5. 3 Do not use a common neutral for multiple loads Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Page 13 of 30 Installation DMX Connection DMX input is connected through a 4 way screw terminal block located on the control PCB Figure 2 12 To loop through to another dimmer simply connect both sets of wires into the same terminal block The terminals to be used are labelled RS485 RS485 and OV The connector is in 2 parts and the screw terminal part may be removed from the PCB to ease making the connections If removed for wiring ensure that the orientation is correct when replacing the connector A 3 way DIP switch is located above the DMX terminations Switch 1 TRIAC Units Undefined HF Units Ballast Controller Mode O 10V Analogue switch to left DSI switch to right Switch 2 Fail to ON switch to left Fail to OFF switch to right Switch 3 DMX terminator OUT switch to left DMX terminator IN switch to right Alarm Input Connection The Alarm Input is connected through a 4 way screw terminal block located on the control PCB Figure 2 13 The terminals to be used for the Alarm Input are labelled OV and AL Any connection to the Alarm Input must be volt free and have a cable length of less than 50 metres Cabling for this input should be segregated from power wiring The connector is in 2 parts and the screw terminal part may be removed from the PCB to ease making the connections
6. Chilli Dimmers are available in several versions as shown in the table on the previous page The channels may be patched as a block or individually to the DMX The DMX control port supports RDM Remote Device Management functionality version 7 00 firmware onwards Each channel has a manually adjustable output level Each channel can be set to follow one of four different dimming laws Preheat for individual channels can be set to between 0 and 20 Each channel can be topsetted to limit its maximum output level Twelve programmable memories using an output grab method Individual memories can be played back when required Editable memory fade times and channel levels Three programmable sequences using the memories Sequences can be played back when required DMX fail mode DMX Hold Fade to Black or Fade to Memory Reset Dimmer function DMX status indication Alarm Input alarm state and alarm messages if networked HF ballast controller options of 0 10V analogue or DSI 410 HF and 1210HF versions only Lock function to prevent menu access Stand alone or network modes Areas assignable to channels in network mode allowing memory and sequence playback on an area basis Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Figure 1 1 Control Panel Front Panel Controls The control panel provides the user interface to the Chilli Dimmer LCD Screen The LCD screen comprises two lines o
7. dimmer channels to 0 Select the Clear Preheats option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Push ENT key to Clear Preheats Press the ENT key to set all the channel preheat levels to 0 Dimmer Laws You can choose a dimmer law for each of the dimmer channels The dimmer laws determine the relationship between the control value and the output value supplied to the lamp The laws are characterised for TRIAC dimmers only On the Chilli HF ballast controller the results obtained may be different from those shown below depending on the ballast used Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Normal The standard output of the dimmer Linear Suitable for most live or theatrical situations Switch Output switches from zero to full when the input reaches 50 Square For cameras use with video Normal EN Linear N Switch ar Square A Figure 3 2 Dimmer Laws Set Laws This option allows you to set up the dimmer law for each of the dimmer channels Select the Dimmer Laws option from the top level menu options and press the ENT key to enter the Dimmer Laws menu Select the Set Laws option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Channel xx Law XXXXXX The cursor is shown in the Channel field The channel is selected using the numeric keypad or cursor keys Press the ENT key to move between the Channel and Law fields When the cursor
8. second Sequence Menu Options Select the Sequences option from the top level options menu and press the ENT key to enter the Sequences menu The following options are available e Program Sequence e Playback Sequence e Sequence Options e Clear Sequence Use the cursor keys to scroll between the options Press the ENT key to enter the selected option Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Program Sequence Stand Alone Mode This option allows you to program one of the three sequences using the programmed memories in the dimmer select the Program Sequence option from the Sequences menu and press the ENT key the screen shows Select Sequence 1 Use the numeric or cursor keys to select the required sequence number then press the ENT key The screen shows Seg 1 Step 1 Memory XxX The cursor appears in the Step field The Memory field shows the contents of the step if programmed or xx if the step is not programmed Select the first step in the sequence then press the ENT key The cursor moves to the Memory field Use the cursor keys to select one of the programmed memories in the dimmer Press the ENT key to assign the memory to the selected step The cursor returns to the Step field Use the cursor keys to select the next step in the sequence then press the ENT key The cursor moves to the Memory field Use the cursor keys to select one of the programmed memories in the dimm
9. 8 Page 5 of 30 Installation 4 Channel Dimmers This section covers the installation of the 4 X 10 and 4 X 10 HF dimmers Mounting the Dimmer The dimmer is provided with four 6mm diameter fixing holes for wall mounting The mounting holes can be accessed by undoing the screws on the front cover and removing it The unit should be installed in a dry ventilated location where ambient temperature and humidity are within the operating range of the unit see chapter 4 for details The dimmers have ventilation slots on all sides to allow convection cooling and under no circumstances should these be blocked Recommended minimum clearance around the dimmers is 100mm each side of the unit and 50mm above and below the unit if trunking with a depth greater than 50mm is used Connecting to the Mains A separate isolator and secure mains earth are required Phase to neutral voltage must not exceed 255V The dimmers are supplied with a selection of knockouts on the top of the dimmer for mains cable entry Appropriate cable glands should be fitted to the knockout holes provided to protect the mains cables from damage The 4 channel dimmers in the range are designed to run on a nominal 230V 50Hz single phase supply Ensure that all the mains connections are fully tightened and lockwashers are used where supplied Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 MOUNTING HOLES 340mm MOUNTING HOLES Figure 2 2 Chil
10. CHILLI DIMMER OPERATING MANUAL Ui Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Page 1 of 30 Contents INTOdUCION sisas talados 3 A O A A A 3 A A O A Ree en ed os 3 O a a A A A e A A 4 MEU e A A O o II A A IA 5 sas A TEETE A 5 A O PP A CURE Poe A A ee 6 6 a a T2 Ghnamel DIME TS cisinsoscitolcara iaa etarra lana daa innata alii cabida 8 AZ Channel HE DIN Praia AAA as 10 2A CAINS TOTES seeders E E A tata O T 12 DMX CONMSCIOM ee eee cia ral Does anda 14 Alatin lnpeit C OMMeCHOM axvseuvevienc vetoes E E AA 14 CHU NETWORK O NE tii dane 15 NOTOR SIMI Cee ener ee er einen eee ee a ere en ee te eT ee ee ere ee 15 Terminaton RR CSI SION Scsi a com dia iii id ii daria 15 Network GonmnectA rre 16 User Interface ooononcococonononencananonononononencaranono nen carro nono nen rn rnrnnn none rn rnrnn ana ne nen rr rra na arras 17 MOOC ION eee eaa O a RS OE yO O A 17 UE A e ie 17 MEEO gb A A a Ee eee ee ee ER eee 18 MEN PENSA ON EPEE EAE EAE AEE E E EEEE E E E EEE EEEE EA A 18 SINALE E S Sie EE EE E EA A N E A EA AA EE E A E A A dient gee ESE ETE 19 o a ee a a ee E A a a a 22 A AAN E A ANONA A AASTA A A ATONA ENN A AAAA 24 DIME EN nan A ads 24 TOPS lua i nc lr ibi 25 AP a e Po ota sep eimasudcneensaemanewst urna namenes 25 DNS ONO S cs re iow cate ro e een Sa nace ee a gs da nel ye a dardo it ale oe agen 25 SECU Serene mettre ee ee ene ee ene A eee ne ne een ee ene he te mee eR ee 27 a UTILS eer sese ete a eCP
11. M OAT Oe a a ee eR ea 28 Area Conti llosa ito ad di ge eT One ad rs ed dl or o da a a eet oe 28 ANI Ut a A afta ce at E ea cada 29 TECHNICA SPECICATION usa ad 30 FSC A aie dechiana sims casdecnah E 30 co asa sect a sane 5 tenet ec eae A cae ntennonen ymca 30 ENVIO MON o ot ot bi codicia 30 ES 30 This equipment is designed for professional lighting control only and is unsuitable for any other purpose It should only be used by or under the supervision of an appropriately qualified or trained person Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Issue 8 June 2009 Manual Stock No 73 853 00 Cooper Controls Ltd 2009 Cooper Controls Ltd reserves the right to make changes to the equipment described in this manual without prior notice E amp OE Cooper Controls Ltd Usk House Llantarnam Park Cwmbran Gwent NP44 3HD United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1633 838088 Fax 44 0 1633 867880 e mail sales zero88 com Web www zero88 com 24 hour answerphone Page 2 of 30 Introduction Proax1o Neutral Disconnect SmiePhaseOny 12x10 Three Phase see note Yes Pro 12 x 10 Three Phase see note Yes 12x16 Single Pole Three Phase see note Pro 12 x 16 Neutral Disconnect Three Phase see note e e 24 x 10 Three Phase see note Pro 24 x 10 Three Phase see note Pro 24 x 16 Neutral Disconnect Three Phase see note Table 1 Chilli Dimmer Variants Note Single Phase Conversion Additio
12. SENSOR_VALUE DEVICE_LABEL MANUFACTURER_LABEL DEVICE_MODEL_DESCRIPTION Sub Devices One per channel Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Mechanical Size 04101 400 x 220 x 155 mm 0410HF 400 x 220 x 155 mm 12101 850 x 325 x 155 mm 1210HF 550 x 220 x 155 mm 12161 850 x 325 x 155 mm 24101 1000 x 632 x 155 mm 24161 1000 x 632 x 155 mm 6251 850 x 325 x 155 mm Maximum Weight 041 0i 7 0 Kg 0410HF 4 0 Kg 1210i 18 0 Kg 1210HF 9 0 Kg 1216i 24 0 Kg 2410i 47 0 Kg 2416i 50 0 Kg 6251 26 5 Kg Environmental Operating Temperature Range 5C to 40 C Relative Humidity 5 to 95 Non condensing EMC Emissions EN55015 2000 A1 2001 A2 2002 Immunity EN61000 6 1 2001 EN61000 6 3 2001 Electrical Safety EN60950 1 2002 Cooper Controls Ltd Usk House Llantarnam Park Cwmbran Gwent NP44 3HD United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1633 838088 Fax 44 0 1633 867880 e mail sales zero88 com Web www zero88 com 24 hour answerphone Page 30 of 30
13. Sequences menu and press the ENT key If there is no sequence currently running in the dimmer the screen shows Sequence 1 ENT to start If sequence X is currently running in the dimmer the screen shows Sequence X ENT CO STOD Use the cursor keys to select the required sequence The second line of the screen shows the current state of the selected sequence Starting a Sequence Select the required sequence using the cursor keys then press the ENT key The sequence will start running The dimmer sends out a start sequence message onto the network and then play memory area messages at the appropriate times Starting a sequence in an area will replace any memory or sequence for that area currently being output by the dimmer Stopping a Sequence Select the sequence that is currently running in the dimmer using the cursor keys then press the ENT key The sequence will stop running The dimmer sends out a stop sequence message onto the network Sequence Options This option allows you to adjust the crossfade and dwell times for the sequences in the dimmer These times are global and apply to all three sequences in the dimmer Select the Sequence Options option from the Sequences menu and press the ENT key the screen shows X Fade Time xx Dwell Time xxx The cursor appears in the X Fade Time field Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to adjust the fade time as required rang
14. age must not exceed 255V The dimmers are supplied with a selection of knockouts on the top of the dimmer for mains cable entry Appropriate cable glands should be fitted to the knockout holes provided to protect the mains cables from damage The 12 X 10 HF channel dimmer is designed to run on a nominal 230V 50Hz 3 phase supply Ensure that all the mains connections are fully tightened and lockwashers are used where supplied Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 175mm lia a AR 2 e MOUNTING HOLES BN 490mm MOUNTING HOLES Figure 2 7 Chilli Pro 1210 HF Dimmer NEUTRAL EARTH L2 No a L1 5 za L3 O El Q mn Figure 2 8 Chilli Pro 1210 HF Dimmer Wiring Page 10 of 30 Installation Figure 2 9 Chilli Pro 1210 HF Dimmer HF Controller Outputs Load Connections 12 Channel HF Unit The switched outputs are connected to the terminal strips located on the left hand side of the unit The outputs will accept a maximum 6mmY cable The outputs are phase interleaved and the terminals are labelled L1 E N1 L2 E N2 etc and will accept a maximum 6mm cable Do not use a common neutral for multiple loads The HF controller outputs are connected to the terminal strip located on the right hand side of the unit and will accept a maximum 2 5 mm cable The connectors are in 2 parts and the screw terminal parts may be removed from the PCB to ease makin
15. be accessed by undoing the screws on the front cover and removing it The unit should be installed in a dry ventilated location where ambient gen K el coo ao gt oop LOLO LOTO LOTT IT O a clearance around the dimmers is 100mm each side of the unit and 50mm above and below the unit if trunking with a depth greater than Ok E 50mm is used i C MOUNTING HOLES l Figure 2 4 Chilli 6 or 12 Channel Dimmer temperature and humidity are 790mm J a 7 within the operating range of the a unit see chapter 4 for details i The dimmers have ventilation slots Bl on all sides to allow convection aT cooling and under no al circumstances should these be a blocked ge zll Recommended minimum ml Connecting to the Mains A separate isolator and secure mains earth are required Phase to neutral voltage must not exceed 255V The dimmers are supplied with a selection of knockouts on the top of the dimmer for mains cable entry Appropriate cable glands should be fitted to the knockout holes provided to protect the mains cables from damage The 6 and 12 channel dimmers in the range are designed to runona nominal 230V 50Hz 3 phase supply Ensure that all the mains connections are fully tightened and E T lockwashers are used where Hol T supplied Other wiring options are available please consult the factory for Figure 2 5 Chilli 6 or 12 Channel Dimmer No RCD details Chilli Dimme
16. e 1 60 seconds Press the ENT key to confirm the crossfade time The cursor moves to the Dwell Time field Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to adjust the dwell time as required range 1 600 seconds Press the ENT key to confirm the dwell time The cursor moves to the X Fade Time field Clear Sequence This option allows you to clear any of the sequences in the dimmer Select the Clear Sequence option from the Sequences menu and press the ENT key the screen shows Select Sequence 1 Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to select the required sequence then press the ENT key the screen shows Push ENT key to clear sequence Press the ENT key The screen returns to the Clear Sequence screen Page 23 of 30 User Interface Preheat Select the Preheat option from the top level menu options and press the ENT key to enter the Preheat menu The following two options are available e Set Preheat e Clear Preheats Set Preheat This option allows you to set up a preheat level between O 20 for each of the dimmer channels Select the Set Preheat option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Channel xx Level xXx The cursor is shown in the Channel field Press the ENT key to move between the Channel and Level fields and adjust the values using the numeric keypad or cursor keys Clear Preheats This option allows you to clear the preheat levels for all of the
17. ed memory number then press the ENT key After selecting the fail mode the screen returns to the DMX Input screen Notes DMX Fail Modes Hold DMX In HTP Mix mode the last DMX input levels are held in the dimmer and mixed in as normal In DMX Precedence mode the DMX inputs are removed from the output calculations Fade To Black The DMX Input values and any memory or sequence being output are faded to black 0 over 3 seconds Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Fade To Memory If the dimmer is not outoutting a memory or sequence the outputs fade to the specified backup memory If the dimmer is outputting the backup memory the outputs fade to that memory If the dimmer is outputting a different memory or sequence the outputs will fade or snap to the memory or sequence In Stand Alone Mode the above Statements apply to all dimmer channels In Network Mode the above statements are applied to the channels on an area basis since each area could be outputting a different memory or sequence at the time of DMX failure RDM Select the RDM option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows the current setting for the dimmer for example lt RDM Control gt RDM is On Use the cursor keys to alter this setting between On and Off to enable or disable the DMX RDM Remote Device Management functionality of the Chilli Dimmer Security This option allows you to lock the dimmer di
18. er Press the ENT key to assign the memory to the selected step The cursor returns to the Step field Repeat the above process until all the steps in the sequence have been programmed maximum of 12 steps Program Sequence Network Mode This option allows you to program any of the three sequences in the dimmer with memories for a specific area select the Program Sequence option from the Sequences menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Sequence 1 Axx Area il The cursor appears in the Sequence field Use the numeric or cursor keys to select the required sequence number Press the ENT key The cursor moves to the Area field Use the numeric or cursor keys to select the required area Press the ENT key The screen shows Seg 1 Step 1 Axx Memory xx The cursor appears in the Step field The Memory field shows the contents of the step if programmed or xx if not programmed Select the first step in the sequence then press the ENT key The cursor moves to the Memory field Use the cursor keys to select the required memory number 1 12 Press the ENT key to assign the memory to the selected step The cursor returns to the Step field Use the cursor keys to select the next step in the sequence then press the ENT key The cursor moves to the Memory field Use the cursor keys to select the required memory number 1 12 Press the ENT key to assign the memory to the selected ste
19. f 16 characters In this manual the screen is shown as follows DMX 1 Temes OK Numeric Keys The numeric keys 0 9 are used for entering numerical data eg channel number manual levels DMX addresses etc Star Key The function of the star key is not yet defined Hash Key The Hash key is used to toggle the channel level between 0 and 100 in Manual Control or Edit memory Cursor Keys The cursor keys are used to scroll across menus select options from a defined range or increase or decrease the value in a selected field The Up and Right keys are functionally identical The Down and Left keys are functionally identical Enter Key The Enter key ENT is used to confirm numeric data entry move down menu structures confirm operations etc Escape Key The Escape key ESC is used to escape from the current menu to the menu level above Page 4 of 30 Installation Introduction This chapter deals with installing the Chilli Dimmer and includes the following sections e Mounting the Dimmer e Connecting to the Mains e Load Connections e DMX Connection e Alarm Input Connection e Chilli Network Chilli Net e Network Terminals e Termination Resistors e Network Connection WARNING DISCONNECT THE DIMMER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE REMOVING THE FRONT COVER Figure 2 1 The Chilli Pro 12 Channel Dimmer Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue
20. g the connections If removed for wiring ensure that the orientation is correct when replacing the connectors Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 NOTE The HF controller outputs in this product are electrically isolated from mains earth and mains phase They are only intended for connection to electronic ballasts for fluorescent fittings They are not intended to control and should not be connected at any time to any earth referenced electronics Page 11 of 30 Installation 24 Channel Dimmers This section covers the installation of the 24 X 10 and 24 X 16 dimmers Mounting the Dimmer The dimmer is provided with four 6mm diameter fixing holes for wall mounting The mounting holes can be accessed by undoing the screws on the front cover and removing it The unit should be installed in a dry ventilated location where ambient temperature and humidity are within the operating range of the unit see chapter 4 for details The dimmers have ventilation slots on all sides to allow convection cooling and under no circumstances should these be blocked Recommended minimum clearance around the dimmers is 100mm each side of the unit and 50mm above and below the unit if trunking with a depth greater than 50mm is used Connecting to the Mains A separate isolator and secure mains earth are required Phase to neutral voltage must not exceed 255V The dimmers are supplied with a selection of knockouts on t
21. h are assigned to the specified area may be selected and edited Press the ESC key The screen shows Area xx Mem XxX Fade Time XX The Area and Memory fields are for information only and are not editable The cursor appears in the Fade Time field Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to adjust the fade time as required 1 60 seconds Press the ENT key to save the fade time and the channel levels into the memory The screen will briefly show a confirmation and then return to the Edit Memory screen The memory is removed from the outputs Page 21 of 30 User Interface Sequences The Chilli Dimmer can be programmed with up to 3 different sequences each containing a maximum of 12 steps In Stand Alone Mode Each step in a sequence is a reference to one of the programmed memories in the dimmer In Network Mode Each sequence is associated with a specific area Each step in a sequence is a reference to a memory in that area but the memory does not have to be programmed in the dimmer itself Each sequence also has a cross fade and dwell time which determines how the sequence runs X Fade Time The cross fade time is the time it takes to fade between two steps in a sequence The default crossfade time is 1 second Dwell Time The dwell time is the time that the outputs remain on the values in the current step of the sequence before fading to the next step The default dwell time is 1
22. he DMX start address for the dimmer patch individual channels to the DMX or reset the DMX patch to default This option also allows you to decide how the DMX input signal is processed by the dimmer and set the DMX fail mode where applicable Select the DMX Controls option from the top level menu options and press the ENT key to enter the DMX Controls menu The following options are available e Set Start Address e Set DMX Patch e Reset DMX Patch e DMX Input e RDM Set Start Address This option allows you to set a DMX start address for the dimmer The dimmer channels are then patched automatically as a contiguous block starting at the specified address Select the Set Start Address option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows DMX Address XXX Enter the DMX address using the numeric keypad or cursor keys then press the ENT key This sets the start address for the dimmer The screen pauses briefly and then returns to the DMX Controls screen Valid DMX Start Addresses 4 channel dimmer 1 509 6 channel dimmer 1 507 12 channel dimmer 1 501 24 channel dimmer 1 489 Page 25 of 30 User Interface Set DMX Patch This option allows you to set an individual DMX address 1 512 for each channel of the dimmer Select the Set DMX Patch option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Channel xx DMX XXX The cursor appears in the Channel field Press t
23. he Alarm State e All output channels fade to their normal levels over a period of 1s e All menu access via the control panel is enabled e The screen shows the main screen Notes Alarm State Output Levels When the dimmer is in the Alarm State the output levels are subject to topset but not temperature shutdown Manual control levels memories sequences preheat and DMX inputs do not have any contribution to the final output levels Alarm State on Power Up On power up the alarm state of the dimmer is determined by the alarm input only ie it does not remember any alarm messages previously received Page 29 of 30 Technical Specification Electrical Supply Voltage 230V 10 15 Supply Frequency 45 to 65Hz Maximum Supply Current 04101 40A Single phase 0410HF 40A Single phase 1210i 404 3 phase star 1210HF 40A 3 phase star 1216i 64A 3 phase star 24101 80A 3 phase star 24161 128A 3 phase star 625i 50A 3 phase star Maximum Load per Channel 04101 10A Max 0410HF 10A Max 1210i 10A Max 1210HF 10A Max 1216i 16A Max 2410i 10A Max 2416i 16A Max 6251 25A Max DMX Input USITT DMX5 12 1990 Ground referenced receiver Internal switchable termination RDM Support Protocol Version 1 0 Device Model ID The first 5 digits of the stock number are used for this e g 01105 0x0451 for the Chilli Pro 1210i Supported Parameters DMX_START_ADDRESS SENSOR_DEFINITION
24. he ENT key to move between the Channel and DMX fields and adjust the values using the numeric keypad or cursor keys Reset DMX Patch This option allows you to reset the start DMX address for the dimmer to DMX channel 1 Select the Reset DMX Patch option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Push ENT Key to Reset DMX Patch Press the ENT key to reset the DMX patch The screen returns to the Reset DMX Patch screen DMX Input Modes This option allows you to enable or disable the DMX input signal to the dimmer without having to physically disconnect the DMX cable When the DMX input is enabled you can choose between two modes of operation HTP mixing or DMX takes precedence If the dimmer is in Network Mode you can also turn the selected DMX Input mode for the dimmer on or off for each area defined on the dimmer If the DMX Input is enabled you can select the DMX Fail Mode that is choose what happens to the dimmer outputs if the DMX input signal fails Hold DMX Fade to Black or Fade to Memory Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 When the DMX Input is disabled any DMX input signal is ignored DMX Disabled Any DMX Input is ignored by the dimmer The outputs are determined by the manual control and memory or sequence levels only which are HTP mixed together DMX HTP Mix The DMX Input signal is mixed on a HTP highest takes precedence basis with the manual control and memory
25. he top of the dimmer for mains cable entry Appropriate cable glands should be fitted to the knockout holes provided to protect the mains cables from damage The 24 channel dimmers are designed to run on a nominal 230V 50Hz 3 phase supply Ensure that all the mains connections are fully tightened and lockwashers are used where supplied Other wiring options are available please consult the factory for details Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 MOUNTING HOLES 940mm e 425mm OlOloOlol ad iI pao efi EEE EE cen OLTOTT toftototoj foto as HIHI oma o o o o Iii lo lol aol o lo io Joo a m na ceso oleo da oopan o o o o o o o o vovovoooo Olle vO VOU OOOO m ALE E a m 1 M La m C A n ei MOUNTING HOLES Figure 2 10 Chilli 24 Channel Dimmer LOAD CONNECTIONS CH 17 TO 24 PHASE 3 eretet gE TARN EP EE 1 7 a a a TERE mh o e O Ol ie O E SRA n tl Figure 2 11 Chilli 24 Channel Dimmer A AO TE SEE lem LOAD CONNECTIONS CH1 TO 8 PHASE 1 LOAD CONNECTIONS CH9 TO 16 PHASE 2 Page 12 of 30 Installation Load Connections 24 Channel Units The load cables are connected to the terminal strips located in the centre of the unit The outputs are non interleaved with output channels as follows Channels 1 8 Phase 1 Channels 9 16 Phase 2 Channels 17 24 Phase
26. here are certain variations in menu options and screen displays between Stand Alone and Network modes Main Screen The main screen is shown shortly after the dimmer is powered up and also if the user interface is not used for a period of 30 seconds The data shown on the main screen depends on the operating mode and state of the dimmer as follows In Stand Alone Mode the screen shows the DMX and Temp fields DMX i Temp OK In Network Mode the screen shows the DMX and Chilli Net fields DMX 1 Chilli Net 12 In the Alarm State the screen shows DIMMER LOCKED ALARM ACTIVE Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 DMX Field The DMX field shows the status of the DMX input signal as follows Receiving valid DMX dimmer data DMX xxx DMX start address or DMX Patcheo Receiving invalid DMX data NOT DIMMER DMX errors are occurring DATA ERROR No DMX data being received NO DATA DMX input disabled DMX DISABLED Temp Field The Temp field is shown on certain dimmers only see Table 1 and shows the temperature sensor state Internal temperature sensor fault Temp No Val see note Normal operating temperature lt 80 C Temp OK Hot 80 90 C Temp HOT Overheat shutdown gt 95 C Temp FAIL Chilli Net Field If the dimmer is operating in Network Mode the second line of the screen shows Chilli Net x
27. is in the Law field the cursor keys cycle through the laws The currently selected law for the channel is indicated by a for example Channel 10 Law Normal Reset Laws This option allows you to reset the dimmer laws for all dimmer channels Select the Dimmer Laws option from the top level menu options and press the ENT key to enter the Dimmer Laws menu Select the Reset Laws option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Push ENT key to reset all laws Press the ENT key to set the state of all laws to normal The screen will briefly show a confirmation and then return to the Dimmer Laws screen Page 24 of 30 User Interface Topset The Topset function is used to apply a scaling factor to the final output level of a channel such that the input control range gets compressed into a smaller output range For example If the input level of a channel is 80 and the Topset level of the channel is 50 the output level will be 80 x 50 40 Topset Menu Options Select the Topset option from the top level menu options and press the ENT key to enter the Topset menu The following two options are available e Set Topset e Clear Topsets Set Topset This option allows you to set up a topset level between O 100 for each of the dimmer channels Select the Set Topset option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Channel xx Level xx The c
28. lear all stored memories for all areas and all programmed sequences on the dimmer Area 1 10 The dimmer will clear all the stored memories for the selected area and any programmed sequences for the selected area on the dimmer The screen returns to the Memories screen Page 20 of 30 User Interface Edit Memory Stand Alone Mode This option allows you to edit the channel values and fade time of a programmed memory stored on the dimmer Select the Edit Memory option from the Memories menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Edit Memory XX If the memory is unprogrammed a star is shown next to the memory number and the memory cannot be edited Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to select the required memory 1 12 then press the ENT key to confirm If the memory is programmed the dimmer outputs the selected memory and the screen shows Channel 1 Level XXX The cursor is shown in the Channel field The Level field shows the programmed value for the channel Adjust the level of each channel as required This operation uses the same user interface as the Set Channel Level function in Manual Control Press the ESC key The screen shows Memory XX Fade Time xx The Memory field is for information only The cursor appears in the Fade Time field Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to adjust the fade time as required 1 60 seconds Press the ENT key to save the
29. li Pro 4 Channel Dimmer EARTH Pole le es oojoojoojoo NEUTRAL HF CONTROLLER OUTPUTS 4X10 HF ONLY Figure 2 3 Chilli Pro 4 Channel Dimmer Page 6 of 30 Installation Load Connections 4 Channel Unit The load cables are connected to the terminal strips located on the left hand side of the unit The outputs will accept a maximum 6mm cable Do not use a common neutral for multiple loads 4 Channel HF Unit The switched outputs are connected to the terminal strips located on the left hand side of the unit The outputs will accept a maximum 6mmY cable Do not use a common neutral for multiple loads The HF controller outputs are connected to the terminal strip located on the right hand side of the unit and will accept a maximum 2 5mm cable NOTE The HF controller outputs in this product are electrically isolated from mains earth and mains phase They are only intended for connection to electronic ballasts for fluorescent fittings They are not intended to control and should not be connected at any time to any earth referenced electronics Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Page 7 of 30 Installation 6 and 12 Channel Dimmers m 175mm This section covers the installation MOUNTING HOLES of the 6 X 25 12 X 10 and 12 X 16 dimmers Mounting the Dimmer The dimmer is provided with four 6mm diameter fixing holes for wall mounting The mounting holes can
30. nal information detailing how to convert these dimmers for single phase operation is given in a separate document TU7806 available for download from the Zero 88 website This Manual This manual describes the operation of the Chilli Dimmer It is written for dimmers with the new white backlit user interface see figure 1 1 running version 7 00 firmware onwards For older dimmers with the green backlit user interface please refer to the Issue 7 manual supplied with the dimmer This chapter contains a general overview of the unit followed by a brief description of the front panel controls and displays The Installation chapter provides information on installing the dimmer and connecting up the mains loads DMX Chilli network and alarm input The User Interface chapter describes all the various functions of the dimmer which can be set up and operated via the front panel controls The manual concludes with a chapter on the technical specification of the dimmer Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Conventions Throughout this manual the following conventions are used References to front panel controls appear in capital letters for example ENT key ESC key References to the LCD screen on the control panel are shown as follows DMX 1 Temp OK References to fields which appear on the LCD screen are shown in italics for example Manual Control Set Chan Level etc Page 3 of 30 Introduction Overview The
31. ng output Programmed Memory The outputs fade to those in the selected memory in the memory s fade time and replace any previous memory or sequence being output Unprogrammed Memory is displayed and the outputs do not change The screen returns to the Play Memory screen Note Memory Zero Memory Zero is a fixed non editable memory with a fade time of 3 seconds and all channels programmed at 0 Note Memory Playback Stand Alone Mode A dimmer can only play back one memory at a time Network Mode A dimmer can only play back one memory per area at a time but may play back up to ten different memories if they are all in different areas Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Play Memory Network Mode This option allows you to playback output one of the 12 memories programmed in the dimmer or any other dimmer on the network on an area basis Select the Play Memory option from the Memories menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Area alt Memory XxX The cursor is in the Area field Enter the required area number using the numeric keypad or cursor keys then press the ENT key If the area number is valid the cursor moves to the Memory field If a memory for the selected area is currently being output from the dimmer then that number is shown Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to select a memory to be Output 0 12 Press the ENT key to confirm the memory
32. ng the numeric keypad and then press the ENT key If the correct code is entered the dimmer is unlocked and the screen shows the first screen in the top level menu structure Manual Control If an incorrect code is entered an error message is briefly shown and the screen returns to the main screen Note Unlocking the Dimmer If the code to unlock the dimmer has been forgotten contact Zero 88 Technical Support who will supply a master unlock code Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Chilli Net This option puts the dimmer into Network Mode so that it can be controlled remotely by a Chilli Master Controller Chilli Control Panels or other Chilli Dimmers on the network via Chilli Net messages For the network to function correctly each dimmer on the network must have a unique dimmer number Select the Chilli Net option from the top level options menu and press the ENT key The screen shows State Disabled Dimmer No XXX The cursor is in the State field Use the cursor keys to select Enabled Press the ENT key to move the cursor to the Dimmer No field State Enabled Dimmer No XXX Enter the dimmer number using the numeric keypad or cursor keys Press the ENT key to confirm The dimmer number is checked against other dimmers on the network The screen shows Verifying Dimmer No If the dimmer number is valid the screen will briefly show Dimmer No Accepted If the dimmer numbe
33. nu and press the ENT key The screen shows the current setting for the dimmer for example lt DMX DISABLED gt Use the cursor keys to set the DMX input to the required option DMX DISABLED DMX HTP MIX or DMX PRECEDENCE Press the ENT key to confirm the DMX Input selection If DMX DISABLED was selected the screen returns to the DMX Input screen otherwise the screen shows Area 1 DMX ON This screen allows you to turn the selected DMX Input Mode on or off for each area defined on the dimmer The cursor is shown in the Area field Use the numeric keypad or Page 26 of 30 User Interface cursor keys to select an area then press the ENT key If the selected area is valid the cursor moves to the DMX field Use the cursor keys to select On or Off as required Press the ENT key The cursor returns to the Area field Repeat the operation for each area defined on the dimmer Press the ESC key to move on to the DMX Fail Mode screen DMX FAIL MODE lt Hold DMX gt This screen allows you to set the DMX Fail Mode for the dimmer Select the required DMX Fail Mode for the area as follows Hold DMX Use cursor keys to select this option Press the ENT key Fade to Black Use cursor keys to select this option Press the ENT key Fade to Memory Use cursor keys to select this option The screen shows DMX FAIL MODE lt Fade to Mem xx gt Use the numeric keypad to enter the requir
34. number selection The dimmer sends out the corresponding Play Memory Area message onto the network If the dimmer has one or more channels assigned to the specified area it performs the following Memory Zero The outputs fade to zero in 3 seconds and replace any previous memory or sequence being output for the selected area Programmed Memory The outputs fade to those in the selected memory in the memory s fade time and replace any previous memory or sequence being output for the selected area Unprogrammed Memory is displayed and the outputs do not change The screen returns to the Play Memory screen Clear Memories Stand Alone Mode This option allows you to clear all the 12 memories in the dimmer Select the Clear Memories option from the Memories menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Press ENT key to clear memories Press the ENT key to clear all the memories and any programmed sequences in the dimmer The screen returns to the Memories screen Clear Memories Network Mode This option allows you to clear all the 12 memories for a specified area in the dimmer Select the Clear Memories option from the Memories menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Area 1 ENT to clear The cursor appears in the Area field Use the numeric or cursor keys to select the required area number 0 10 then press the ENT key Area 0 This is a special case The dimmer will c
35. or sequence levels to give the final output levels DMX Takes Precedence When the DMX Input signal is available it takes precedence over the manual control and memory sequence levels the Outputs go to the DMX Input levels When the DMX Input signal is not available the outputs are determined by the manual control and memory or sequence levels which are HTP mixed DMX Input Stand Alone Select the DMX Input option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows the current setting for the dimmer for example lt DMX DISABLED gt Use the cursor keys to set the DMX input to the required option DMX DISABLED DMX HTP MIX or DMX PRECEDENCE Press the ENT key to confirm the DMX Input selection If DMX DISABLED was selected the screen returns to the DMX Input screen otherwise the screen shows DMX FAIL MODE lt Hold DMX gt Select the required DMX fail Mode as follows Hold DMX Use cursor keys to select this option Press the ENT key Fade to Black Use cursor keys to select this option Press the ENT key Fade to Memory Use cursor keys to select this option The screen shows DMX FAIL MODE lt Fade to Mem xx gt Use the numeric keypad to enter the required memory number then press the ENT key After selecting the required fail mode and pressing the ENT key the screen returns to the DMX Input screen DMX Input Network Mode Select the DMX Input option from the me
36. ove Termination Resistors At the two ends of the Chilli network a network termination resistor must be fitted see Figure 2 14 above Each Chilli Dimmer is supplied with a termination resistor fitted This resistor is 120 ohms 0 25 Watt and is connected between the CAN H and CAN L terminals This resistor must be removed unless the dimmer is at either end of the Chilli network Page 15 of 30 Installation Network Connection All network and control cables should enter the dimmer through the segregated route at the bottom of the dimmer Segregation between control data cabling and power wiring should be maintained for reasons of safety and noise immunity Control data cabling should be run in separate or divided metal trunking or conduits Where cables are run outside trunking or conduits there should be 300mm separation between them and where they cross they should do so at right angles Inside the dimmer the terminals for network connections use two part connectors Pull the connector from the PCB connect the wires from the CAT 5 cable and push the connector back onto the PCB ensuring correct orientation see figure 2 15 Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Orange Pair AN H Figure 2 15 Network Connections Page 16 of 30 User Interface O oo ep GO O O o o len Figure 3 1 Control Panel Introduction This chapter describes all the various dimmer functions T
37. p The cursor returns to the Step field Repeat the above process until all the steps in the sequence have been programmed maximum of 12 steps Page 22 of 30 User Interface Playback Sequence Stand Alone Mode This option allows you to playback any of the three programmed sequences and start and stop sequences running Only one sequence can be running at a time Select the Playback Sequence option from the Sequences menu and press the ENT key If there is no sequence currently running in the dimmer the screen shows Sequence 1 ENT to start If sequence X is currently running in the dimmer the screen shows Sequence X ENT to stop Use the cursor keys to select the required sequence The second line of the screen shows the current state of the selected sequence Starting a Sequence Select the required sequence using the cursor keys then press the ENT key The sequence will start running and replace any memory or sequence which was previously being output Stopping a Sequence select the sequence that is currently running in the dimmer using the cursor keys then press the ENT key The sequence will stop running Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Playback Sequence Network Mode This option allows you to playback any of the three programmed sequences and start and stop sequences running Only one sequence can be running at a time Select the Playback Sequence option from the
38. press the ENT key The screen shows Area 1 Level 0 The cursor is in the Area field Press the ENT key to move between the Area and Level fields The area number must be valid ie the dimmer has one or more channels assigned to that area to adjust the Level field Page 18 of 30 User Interface Memories The Chilli Dimmer can be programmed with up to 12 memories The memories are programmed by grabbing the current outputs The programmed memories can then be played back when required The channel levels and fade times for programmed memories can be edited In Network Mode memories are recorded played back edited and cleared on an area basis Memory Options select the Memories option from the top level options menu and press the ENT key to enter the Memories menu The following options are available e Record Memory e Play Memory e Clear Memories e Edit Memory Use the cursor keys to scroll between the options then press the ENT key to enter the selected option Record Memory Stand Alone Mode This option allows you to store the current output levels in one of the 12 memories in the dimmer The fade time can also be adjusted if required during this operation It is recommended that when recording memories the topset level for all channels is set to 100 Select the Record Memory option from the Memories menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Record Memory XX
39. r 73 853 00 Issue 8 Page 8 of 30 Installation Load Connections 6 and 12 Channel Units The load cables are connected to the terminal strips located on the left hand side of the unit The outputs are phase interleaved and the terminals are labelled L1 E Ni L2 E N2 etc and will accept a maximum 6mm cable Do not use a common neutral for multiple loads Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 EARTH o p o jo J z p o NEON ON ESE O9NLOILON LON A ee eee eee qe 1 Figure 2 6 Chilli 6 or 12 Channel Dimmer 3 Phase RCD Page 9 of 30 Installation 12 Channel HF Dimmer This section covers the installation of the 12 X 10 HF dimmer Mounting the Dimmer The dimmer is provided with four 6mm diameter fixing holes for wall mounting The mounting holes can be accessed by undoing the screws on the front cover and removing it The unit should be installed in a dry ventilated location where ambient temperature and humidity are within the operating range of the unit see chapter 4 for details The dimmers have ventilation slots on all sides to allow convection cooling and under no circumstances should these be blocked Recommended minimum clearance around the dimmers is 100mm each side of the unit and 50mm above and below the unit if trunking with a depth greater than 50mm is used Connecting to the Mains A separate isolator and secure mains earth are required Phase to neutral volt
40. r is already used on the network the screen will briefly show Dimmer No Already Used Area Control This option is only available when the dimmer is in Network Mode This option allows you to assign each of the dimmer channels to an Area 1 10 Select the Area Control option from the top level menu options and press the ENT key to enter the Area Control menu The following available options are e Set Chan Area e Set All Chans Set Channel Area This option allows you to assign an area to each of the dimmer channels individually Select the Set Chan Area option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Channel il Area ak The cursor is in the Channel field Press the ENT key to move between the Channel and Area fields and adjust the values using the cursor keys and numeric keypad Repeat operation for each channel Set All Channels This option allows you to assign an area to all the channels on the dimmer in a single operation Select the Set All Chans option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows All Channels Area 1 Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to enter the required area number 1 10 and then press the ENT key Page 28 of 30 User Interface Alarm Input The Chilli Dimmer has an alarm input which when activated causes it to enter an alarm state If the dimmer is networked it will also send out alarm messages to ensure tha
41. sabling all menu access The dimmer is locked and unlocked manually by entering a four digit code Global Unlock Code There is also a global unlock code which will unlock the Chilli Dimmer Contact Zero 88 or your dealer for further information Networked Dimmers A networked dimmer can be locked locally as described in this section This will not prevent the dimmer from being controlled from a Chilli Master Controller or Chilli control panels connected to the network A networked dimmer can also be locked and unlocked from a Chilli Master Controller Locking the Dimmer Select the Security option from the top level options menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Lock Dimmer Code sxx Use the numeric keypad to enter a 4 digit code and then press the ENT key The screen shows Confirm Code Code XXXX Re enter the same 4 digit code and then press the ENT key to confirm If the codes match the dimmer is locked the screen returns to the main screen and all menu access is disabled If the codes do not match an error message is briefly shown and the screen returns to the Lock Dimmer screen above Page 27 of 30 User Interface Unlocking the Dimmer If the dimmer is locked the main screen will be shown and all menu access will be disabled If the ENT key is pushed in order to gain access to the menus the screen shows Dimmer Locked Code XXXX Enter the 4 digit code usi
42. t all other devices on the network also enter the alarm State Alarm Input Active When the dimmer s Alarm Input is activated the following will occur e The dimmer enters the Alarm State e All channel output levels fade to 80 over a period of 1s see note e All menu access via the control panel is disabled e The screen shows DIMMER LOCKED ALARM ACTIVE e lf the dimmer is in Network Mode it sends out an Alarm On message e The Alarm On message is repeated every 5 seconds while the Alarm Input remains active Alarm Input Inactive When the dimmer s Alarm Input changes from active to inactive the following will occur e The dimmer exits the Alarm State e All output channels fade to their normal levels over a period of 1s e All menu access via the control panel is enabled e The screen shows the main screen e f the dimmer is in Network Mode it sends out an Alarm Off message Alarm On Message When a networked dimmer receives an Alarm On message the following will occur Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 e The dimmer enters the Alarm State e All channel output levels fade to 80 over a period of 1s see note e All menu access via the control panel is disabled e The screen shows DIMMER LOCKED ALARM ACTIVE Alarm Off Message When a networked dimmer receives an Alarm Off message and its Alarm Input is not active the following will occur e The dimmer exits t
43. the area is valid the cursor moves to the Memory field Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to select the required memory 1 12 Unprogrammed memories have an next to the memory number Press the ENT key to confirm the memory selection The screen shows Area xx Mem xXx Fade Time xx The Area and Mem fields are for information only The cursor appears in the Fade Time field Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to adjust the fade time as required 1 60 seconds Press the ENT key to save the fade time to the memory The dimmer will then grab the current output levels for the selected area and store them in the selected memory The screen will briefly show a confirmation and then return to the Record Memory screen Page 19 of 30 User Interface Play Memory Stand Alone Mode This option allows you to playback output one of the 12 memories programmed in the dimmer Select the Play Memory option from the Memories menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Playback Memory XX The cursor appears in the memory number field xx If a memory is currently being output then that number is shown in the field Use the numeric keypad or cursor keys to select a memory to be output 0 12 Press the ENT key to confirm the memory number selection The dimmer performs the following Memory Zero The outputs fade to zero in 3 seconds and replace any previous memory or sequence bei
44. ursor is shown in the Channel field Press the ENT key to move between the Channel and Level fields and adjust the values using the numeric keypad or cursor keys Clear Topsets This option allows you to clear reset the topset levels for all of the dimmer channels to 100 Select the Clear Topsets option from the menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Push ENT key to Clear Topsets Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Press the ENT key to set all the topset levels to 100 Reset Dimmer This option allows you to reset the dimmer to its default settings which are defined as follows All dimming laws set to Normal e Preheat for all channels off 0 e All memories cleared e All memory fade times reset to 3S e All sequences cleared e Sequence crossfade reset to 1s e Sequence dwell time reset to 1s e DMX Fail mode Fade to Black e DMX Address set to 1 e DMX Input Mode HTP Mix e RDM set to enabled e All Manual Control levels set to 0 e All Topset levels set to 100 e Chilli Net set to disabled e All channels assigned to Area 1 select the Reset Dimmer option from the top level options menu and press the ENT key The screen shows Push ENT key to Reset Dimmer Press the ENT key The screen shows Push ENT key to Confirm Reset Press the ENT key to reset the dimmer as described above The screen returns to the main screen DMX Controls This option allows you to set t
45. x where xx is the dimmer number If the dimmer is in dumb mode as a result of conflicting dimmer numbers on the network the screen shows Chilli Net CON Note Temperature Field at Startup The text Temp No Val is shown briefly at startup as the dimmer is reading the sensor This is normal behaviour Page 17 of 30 User Interface Menu Structure From the Main Screen press the ENT key to enter the menu structure The menu structure is cyclic and the cursor keys are used for navigation After selecting a top level menu option press the ENT key to enter the corresponding sub menu Hitting the ESC key on a screen generally returns to the menu level above the current one except where specifically stated in this manual The top level menu options are e Manual Control e Memories e Sequences e Preheat e Dimmer Laws e Topset e Reset Dimmer e DMX Controls e Security e Chilli Net e Area Control When there are other menu options available at the same level lt and gt symbols will appear at the left and right hand sides of the screen For example lt Manual Control gt Chilli Dimmer 73 853 00 Issue 8 Manual Control Select the Manual Control option from the top level menu options and press the ENT key to enter the Manual Control menu The following options are available e Set Chan Level e Set All Chans Use the cursor keys to scroll between the options Press the
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