Act 6+ and Act 3+ Instructions
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1. where multi pin connectors are often desirable The blank Act6 pack is not intended for use as a hardwired dimmer ie it should not be connected directly to power inlet and load circuit wiring without the use of plug and socket connectors The fitting of outlet connectors to a blank Act6 pack must be carried out by a suitably qualified electrician or electrical engineer Connectors for use with Act6 dimmer packs must be rated to carry at least 10A at 240V AC 415V AC for 3 phase The use of common Neutral pins within multi pin connectors is not recommended and if common Earth pins are used all the Earth pins in every connector must be joined together Remove the three screws on each side Refer Figure 12 which retain the heatsink assembly in place Lift off the heatsink assembly and place it on its back behind the pack taking care not to damage or disconnect any of the internal wiring Remove the screws which retain the blank plate into the pack front panel and gently withdraw the blank panel Remove the nut which holds the panel Earth connection and release the connection Take care not to lose the nut or the two shake proof washers Drill or punch appropriate holes into the blank panel to allow the chosen connector s to be fitted Fit the connector s into the panel Connect the dimmers to the connector s using stranded cable of at least 1 5mm in size The six dimmer output2. CT CT Act6t and Act3t Portable Dimmer Packs User s Manual JEST Iy Document No 85051 A67 7 Issue 2 0 strand Lighting Offices and Service Centres Asia 7 Floor Corporation Sq 8 Lam Lok St Kowloon Bay Kowloon Hong Kong Tel 852 2757 3033 Fax 852 2757 1767 Belgium Chauss e de Haecht 1801 1130 Bruxelles Belgium sales office only Tel 32 02 245 8686 Fax 32 02 245 2235 Canada 2430 Lucknow Drive Unit15 Mississauga Ontario L5S 1V3 Canada Tel 1 905 677 7130 Fax 1 905 677 6859 Germany Salzbergstrasse 2 38302 Wolfenbuttel Salzdahlum Germany Tel 49 5331 30080 Fax 49 5331 78883 Italy Via delle Gardenie 33 Pontina Vecchia Km 33 400 00040 Pomezia Roma Italy Tel 39 6914 7123 Fax 39 6914 7136 Sweden Box 20105 Tappvagen 24 161 02 Bromma Sweden sales office only Tel 46 08 799 6950 1 2 3 Fax 46 08 799 69 54 United Kingdom Grant Way Isleworth Middlesex TW7 5QD UK Tel 44 0181 560 3171 Fax 44 0181 568 2103 USA PO Box 9004 18111 South Santa Fe Avenue Rancho Dominguez CA90221 USA Tel 1 310 637 7500 Fax 1 310 632 5519 The material in this document is for information purposes only and is subject to change without notice Strand Lighting assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions which may appear in this manual For comments and suggestions regarding corrections and or updates to this manual please con
3. Live connections are wired to a terminal block positioned inside the pack on the left side of the front panel The terminal block is numbered to correspond to the dimmer numbers Connect Neutral and Earth wires from the outlet connector s to the mains input terminal bars Connections to the Neutral bar are made using crimp 6 3mm push on terminals and connections to the Earth bar are made using M4 ring crimp terminals screw fixed to the bar The pack is supplied with a set of terminals attached to the terminal bars These terminals are suitable for wire sized between 1 5mm and 2 5mm The correct type of crimp tool must be used to affix the terminals to the wires Wiring added inside the dimmer pack must be suitable for sustained operation at an ambient temperature of up to 70 C The cabling should be organised such that it does not compromise the separation of mains voltage circuits and low voltage control circuits even under fault conditions Connect a mains input cable into the pack as appropriate to the chosen mounting method Re connect the Earth wire to the blank panel before re assembling the pack Act6 amp Act3 User s Manual Issue 2 0 Operation Fuses Fuse OK LEDs Test Switches TestLED Analogue Input Act 3 Circuit Breakers Circuit On LEDs Test Switches TestLED Slave Output Analogue Input Multimux Module Terminate Switch Terminate LED DMX512 Loop Through DMX OK LED
4. Whenever any one of the switches is on the TEST LED indicator illuminates First Dimmer Number Multimux only Figure 14 Switch Positions The first dimmer number to which the pack is to respond must be set on the three miniature rotary switches on the Multimux Module The switches set as labelled the hundreds tens and units of the required first dimmer number The other five dimmers then respond to the next higher five dimmer numbers in ascending order On Act3 dimmer packs dimmers 4 6 correspond to the Slave outlet As the switches are small some care is required to ensure that the correct numbers are set Figure 14 shows the switch positions If desired to reduce the risk of tampering the switch knobs may be removed by grasping them carefully with a pair of pliers and pulling gently This will allow the numbers to be more readily seen but will then require the use of a small screwdriver in order to change the settings Multiplex OK Indicators Multimux only 14 The D54 OK and DMX OK LEDs will show respectively that a valid D54 or DMX512 multiplexed control signal is being received The indicators will only illuminate if the First Dimmer Number switches are set within the range 1 to 384 for D54 or 1 to 512 for DMX512 Act6 amp Act3 User s Manual Issue 2 0 fe Auto Sequence If the First Dimmer Number switches are set to numbers in the 600 999 range the Mod
5. Protection A Warning A Warning Act6 Act6 outputs are protected individually by fuses These fuses also serve to protect the dimmer electronics from overload On all versions of Act6 dimmer packs the fuse type is 10A 32x6 3mm HRC Quick acting F 250V If a fuse fails investigate and correct the cause of the failure before replacing the fuse Always switch off the supply to the pack before replacing fuses Do NOT use fuses of types other than that specified Act3 Act3 outputs and dimmer electronics are protected by resettable circuit breakers If a circuit breaker trips investigate and correct the cause of the problem before resetting the circuit breaker The internal dimmer control circuits of Act6 and Act3 are protected by a self resetting thermal fuse Act6 amp Act3 User s Manual Issue 2 0
6. applying DMX512 line termination Dimmer Outputs Sockets viewed from outside the pack ese Live Neutral E Earth Act6 Dimmer output connections on all styles of Act6 dimmer packs except the blank version are by means of two socket outlets connected in parallel per dimmer When operating from a three phase supply dimmers 1 and 2 are connected to phase 1 dimmers 3 and 4 to phase 2 and dimmers 5 and 6 to phase 3 Plug tops used for dimmer output connections must be of the correct type to match the socket outlets It is important that plugs are wired correctly Figure 11 shows the various types of socket outlets fitted to Act6 dimmer packs gt a UK15A CEE17 French Schuko Swiss Connections Figure 11 Outlet Socket Connections Act3 Dimmer output connections on Act3 dimmer packs are by means of a single CEE17 socket outlet per dimmer Connections are as shown for CEE17 in Figure 11 When operating from a three phase supply dimmer 1 is connected to phase 1 dimmer 2 to phase 2 and dimmer 3 to phase 3 11 Dimmer Outlets Blank Packs A Warning Remove these fixing screws only on each end End Plates will be reversed if pack is configured for rack mounting Figure 12 Heatsink Fixing Screws 12 The blank Act6 pack allows the fitting of any suitable dimmer outlet connector s This may be appropriate for certain uses eg equipment for use on tour
7. equipment should ideally only be used for supplying power to that lighting equipment alone and should not carry power to other appliances or equipment Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs must be properly Earthed for safety and also to ensure correct operation It is essential that all Earth connections within the overall installation are at the same potential If this is not the case circulating currents may be generated in signal Earth connections possibly leading to fluctuating light levels and in extreme cases to damage to wiring or equipment In a situation where the Earth is provided via the supply Neutral it is very important that the control console and dimmers are powered from one central point This should be the point at which the equipment Earths are connected to the supply Neutral and to Earth itself If in doubt please consult a Strand Lighting office or an approved Service Provider Installation Rack mounting Screws Taptite screws Pack configured for rack mounting Screws Taptite screws Pack configured for wall mounting or free standing operation Figure 6 Mounting Options Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs may be mounted in a standard nineteen inch rack For rack mounted dimmer packs the mains input cable must pass via the Rear Connection Panel not via a Side Plate To prevent overheating of rack mounted dimmers when in use a fan or set of fans should be fitted to the top of the rack
8. DMX512 Input First Dimmer Number Switches D54 Loop Through D54 OK LED D54 Input Figure 13 Front Panel Layout Operation 13 Dimmer Control Basic Dimmer Packs On a basic Act6 or Act3 dimmer pack there are two possible control sources the analogue input positive or negative auto sensing from a control console and the dimmer test switches These two control sources interact on a highest takes precedence basis ie whichever of the two possible levels is the higher will control the dimmer Multimux Dimmer Packs When a Multimux Module is fitted the multiplexed control inputs are arranged such that the DMX512 input takes priority over the D54 input ie if a DMX512 control signal is present a D54 signal will be ignored The control from a multiplexed signal then interacts with the analogue inputs and the test switches on a highest takes precedence basis If a DMX512 input fails is disconnected or is switched off any dimmers which were on will hold their levels for 10 seconds and then fade out over 5 seconds If a D54 input or analogue input fails is disconnected or is switched off any dimmers which were on will turn off instantaneously Dimmer Load Test Facility To test the basic operation of a dimmer or of a connected load press the appropriate numbered test button This will switch the dimmer to a pre set level see Adjustments section The buttons operate in a push on push off manner
9. and there should be a gap of about 10mm between adjacent packs to allow the flow of cooling air To ensure adequate cooling the fan s should provide an airflow of about 16 litres per second across the top of each dimmer pack Before a dimmer pack may be rack mounted the Side Plates must be removed and refitted with the mounting holes at the front This is achieved by removing one either of the two Side Plates reversing it and refitting it refer Figure 6 The other Side Plate should then be similarly reversed Do not remove both Side Plates at once and take care not to trap any internal wiring as the Side Plates are re fitted If required for a correct fit in the rack the four feet may be unscrewed from the base of the pack When fixing the packs into the rack leave a 10mm gap between adjacent packs to allow ventilation Mounting the packs on 178mm centres will give the correct spacing Act6 amp Act3 User s Manual Issue 2 0 ee ee Installation Wall mounted Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs may be located one above the other Wall mounting provided that a space of at least 150mm is left between each pack For wall mounted dimmer packs the mains input cable must pass via one of the Side Plates only the left hand end may be used in a pack with a Multimux Module The wall onto which the packs are to be mounted must be flat If it is not mounting rails or a sub panel must be used between the wall and th
10. at at least one load is connected and is visible from the pack position and apply power to the pack Press the Test Switch on a dimmer with a load so that it is on Using a small insulated preset adjustment tool turn the Test Level potentiometer until the required test level is observed at the load The potentiometer must be turned anti clockwise to increase the level Return the pack to its normal location and operational state Act6 amp Act3 User s Manual Issue 2 0 Accessories and Spare Parts For information regarding accessories and spare parts for use with Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs please contact a Strand Lighting office or an approved Dealer or Service Provider A list of dealers and Service Providers is available on request from Strand Lighting offices Service and Maintenance Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs do not require routine maintenance other than external cleaning However in common with all electrical equipment they should be periodically checked to ensure that they remain in good condition Any repairs or maintenance to the internal electronics or other circuitry should only be carried out by authorised Strand Lighting Service personnel or approved Service Providers Safety Tests A Caution Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs are subjected to safety inspections and tests prior to despatch from the Strand Lighting factory If as part of routine checks the packs are to be subjected to ele
11. ctrical safety tests applied using a standard Portable Appliance Tester the following points should be observed The nature of the electronic dimmer circuits means that an insulation test using a voltage in the order of 500V will give a result of approximately 1 7MQ Although this may appear as a test failure the apparently low resistance is normal for an Act6 or Act3 dimmer pack and is not due to failing insulation User safety is not at risk Any reading below 1 5MQ indicates a problem which must be investigated A high voltage Flash test must not be applied to an Act6 or Act3 dimmer pack A high current Earth continuity test must not be applied to the signal ground pins of the control input connector s Self Tests When power is applied to a Multimux Act6 or Act3 pack the Processor in the Multimux Module if fitted runs a short series of tests Whilst the tests are running the DMX OK and D54 OK LEDs will both illuminate In the unlikely event that one of the tests discovers an error the DMX OK and D54 OK LEDs will flash together for a number of times and then pause before repeating the flash sequence The number of flashes indicates the nature of the problem and should be noted so that a Service Provider is more readily able to provide assistance in curing the problem After repeating the flash pattern the processor will attempt to operate normally Accessories and Spare Parts T7 Circuit
12. e Multimux only Multimux Module will automatically switch or fade the dimmers up and down in a cyclic manner This feature allows the Act6 or Act3 to be used without a control console for exhibition or display purposes It also provides a comprehensive operational test of the majority of the dimmer pack electronic circuits The Multiplex OK LEDs will flash alternately whilst Auto Sequence mode is active The hundreds switch sets the test pattern Chase dimmers step 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 etc Chase with bounce 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 4 3 etc eee Chase with build 1 1 2 1 2 3 etc then unbuild Cycle dimmers fade 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 etc On Act3 dimmer packs dimmers 4 6 correspond to the Slave outlet The tens switch sets the step time in seconds esw o o ele else oe gt stp tine cmas 02 oa os sis ef o al s6 seme oe os 1 ss 2 e s e e o The units switch sets the number of dimmers in the sequence LUnitsswitch Oo a 2 3 4 5 6 7 af a LNoofdimmers 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 6 A slight discontinuity in pattern may be observed when changing the switch settings Adjustments Maximum Dimmer The maximum dimmer output level is factory set to give maximum light levels for a Level control input level of 100 If required however the full setting of all the dimmers within the pack may be adjusted by means of a single preset potentiometer acces
13. e dimmer packs If mounting directly onto a wall this should be drilled and plugged to accept No 14 screws The horizontal pitch of the fixing holes is 465mm and the vertical pitch is 102mm The packs should be supported whilst they are fixed in position After fixing the packs should be checked to ensure that they are firmly and safely mounted As with all electrical installations Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs should be mounted on an incombustible surface away from flammable items Warning Installation Free standing Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs may be stacked one on top of each other Free Standing to save floor space However to ensure adequate cooling airflow they should not be stacked more than two high N When placing the dimmer packs care must be taken that they are placed away from flammable material and that neither they nor their associated cables Warning obstruct access or escape routes Installing the A basic Act6 or Act3 pack may be upgraded to provide Multimux input facilities by Multimux Module the addition of a Multimux Module Before fitting the Multimux Module disconnect the dimmer pack from its source of mains power Warming The module fits into a space at the right hand end of the pack In basic packs this space is covered by a blanking plate The blanking plate is retained by two screws as shown in Figure 7 Remove these screws to allow removal of the plate Withdraw the blanking pa
14. ion Classification IP30 IEC529 Act6 amp Act3 User s Manual Issue 2 0 Installation Hazardous voltages are used in Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs Ensure that the mains supply is disconnected before opening the equipment for installation or servicing A Warning Dimmer packs should be installed and serviced only by suitably qualified personnel Act6 and Act3 dimmers may be installed in three manners As free standing units for temporary installations Mounted on a wall for permanent installations refer also to pages 6 and 12 Several packs mounted together in a rack for hire or touring purposes Installation Notes In order to enhance the reliability of the dimmers it is recommended that they are operated within the following environmental limits Temperature ISC 2C Relative Humidity 60 80 Condensation level Zero For absolute environmental limits please refer to the Specifications section Act6 and Act3 dimmers are designed such that Earth leakage currents are minimised allowing their use on mains power supplies protected by 30mA Residual Current Devices However it should be noted that utilising RCD protection in dimming installations may present problems Further information is available as Marketing Fact Sheet number 2 from Strand Lighting if required The dimmers may emit a slight buzzing noise when in operation They should be installed away from areas where such noise
15. ks to be connected together in daisy chain fashion Act6 amp Act3 User s Manual Issue 2 0 a eee Ot A ia a i Connector viewed from pin side Figure 10 DMX512 Input Connections DMX512 Control The DMX512 input will accept a multiplexed digital control signal which conforms to USITT specification DMX512 1990 Details of this specification are available from USITT on request The control input is via a five pin male XLR type connector Pin connections are shown in Figure 10 A five pin female XLR connector is also fitted to allow a series of Act6 and or Act3 packs to be connected together in daisy chain fashion It is recommended that Control connections are not plugged or unplugged when power is applied to the dimmer pack as this may cause any connected loads to flash up momentarily Termination For correct operation of a dimming installation using DMX512 it is important to terminate the end of the DMX control line A termination facility is included on the Multimux Module The TERM switch on the last rack on the control line should be switched to the down position to apply the termination The TERM switch on all packs other than the last one on the control line must be set in the up off position if more than one pack applies termination the installation may not operate correctly An LED indicator under the TERM switch indicates when illuminated that the pack is
16. nel Note that a cable is attached to the retaining bracket for the blanking panel by an adhesive pad Gently pull this cable away from the pad Plug the cable onto the 10 pin connector at the rear of the circuit board in the Multimux Module noting that the connector only fits in one orientation Taking care not to damage any wiring slide the Multimux Module into the pack Fit the front top fixing screw and 2 screws to retain the bottom of the module Fixing screws Figure 7 Blank Panel Installation 9 Connections Control Connections Figure 13 in the Operation section shows the front panel layouts and the location of the Analogue Input Dimmer 2 Dimmer 4 Dimmer 5 15V Power Dimmer 6 Dimmer Common Plug viewed from pin side Figure 8 Analogue Input Connections Slave Output Act3 only Multiplexed Inputs Control OV not used D54 Connector viewed from pin side Figure 9 D54 Input Connections 10 control connectors The analogue control wire per dimmer input will accept either positive or negative control signals without the need for adjustment The control signals must be within the ranges OV off to 10V full on or OV off to 10V full on with the control voltages being fed via a diode and a resistor usually 1OKQ for 10V and 1KQ for 10V These additional components are normally included in control systems and demultiplex units supplied b
17. of this document for all other purposes is specifically prohibited Certain features of the equipment described in this document may form the subject of patents or patent applications Document Copyright 1994 1995 Strand Lighting Limited All rights reserved Introduction Strand Lighting Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs are compact portable dimming units designed for use in conjunction with lighting control consoles The basic Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs accept analogue wire per dimmer control inputs The Multimux versions also accept DMX512 multiplexed digital and D54 multiplexed analogue control signals A basic dimmer pack may be upgraded to the Multimux version by adding a Multimux Module catalogue number 76030 Specifications Power Requirements Dimming Capacity Control Inputs Dimmer Output Connections Introduction Voltage 194 264 Volts AC Frequency 48 62 Hz Three phase Neutral Earth or single phase Neutral Earth when phase link bar fitted Act6 Each pack contains six dimmers with two socket outlets per dimmer Maximum load 10A per dimmer total 60A per dimmer pack Resistive tungsten lamps loads only Minimum load 60W per dimmer Act3 Each pack contains three dimmers with one socket outlet per dimmer Maximum load 20A per dimmer total 60A per dimmer pack Loads may be resistive or inductive to a power factor of 0 5 Minimum load 250W per dimmer Analog
18. on by stripping back the insulation as shown in Figure 5 and pass it through the cable gland Connect the cable ends to the appropriate terminals ensuring that the retaining screws are sufficiently tight Replace the Rear Connection Panel and or Side Plate and tighten the cable gland to secure the cable The Rear Connection Panel engages in a slot in the extruded heatsink Refit the fixing screws ensuring that they are replaced in their correct positions The mains supply to each dimmer pack must be protected against overload external to the pack Appropriate fuse or circuit breaker ratings are 63A for a single phase supply and 20A for a three phase supply If the available mains supply is not capable of providing the full rated currents the protection device rating must be reduced accordingly It must then be noted that it will not be possible to use the dimmers with their maximum rated loads Protection systems on the supply to each dimmer pack should limit the potential fault current level to 1500A or less Power Distribution Earthing In order to achieve correct Earthing and mains power distribution it is recommended that all dimmers and lighting control equipment within the installation should draw their mains power from one central distribution point Preferably this point should be as Close as possible to the mains power intake for the site or building The wiring from the distribution point to the lighting
19. re provided in the Panel to permit the mains cable to pass through One of these should be removed and the hole fitted with a cable gland of the correct size Side Cable Entry The use of the right hand cable entry hole as viewed from the front of the pack is not recommended and when the Multimux Module is fitted is not possible Remove the selected Side Plate secured to the pack chassis by two short machine screws and to the heatsink by three Taptite screws as indicated in Figure 3 A 32mm diameter cable entry hole is provided in each Side Plate Remove the blanking plug from its hole and fit a cable gland of the correct size Also remove the Rear Connection Panel to allow access to the mains connection points The mains input is connected via a set of screw terminals situated inside the pack at the rear towards the right hand side looking from the rear of the pack The terminals will accept cables of up to 16 mm in size If it is required to connect an Act6 dimmer pack to a single phase supply the link bar supplied with the pack should be used to join the three phase terminals together as shown in Figure 4 Do NOT fit the link bar when the pack is connected to a three phase supply PH1 Phase 1 Link Bar PH2 Phase 2 Se A PH3 Phase 3 PH3 PH2 PH1 N E PH3 PH2 PH1 N E E Earth Three Phase Connections Single Phase Connections Figure 4 Mains Connections Prepare the cable for connecti
20. sible through a hole in the base plate refer Figure 15 This may be necessary if the pack is TestLeveLo to be controlled by an analogue control system not manufactured by Strand Lighting or if it is required to limit the maximum dimmer outputs to extend lamp life Position the pack so that the Top Set adjustment potentiometer is easily accessible Ensure that at least one load is connected and is visible from the pack position connect the control system and apply power to the pack Base of Dimmer Pack viewed from below Ensure that no dimmer Test Switches are on and use the control system to set a Figure 15 Adjustment dimmer with a load to full level Potentiometer Access Hole Using a small insulated preset adjustment tool turn the Top Set potentiometer Positions clockwise until the light output begins to fall Adjustments 15 Turn the potentiometer anti clockwise until the light output just reaches full or the desired maximum level Return the pack to its normal location and operational state Test Level 16 The level to which dimmers are driven by the Test Switches is factory set to approximately 70 of full level If required this level may be altered between approximately 40 and 85 by means of a single preset potentiometer accessible through a hole in the base plate refer Figure 15 Position the pack so that the Test Level adjustment potentiometer is easily accessible Ensure th
21. t the current drawn to the rating of the connectors A recommended connector type is CEE17 BS4343 It is strongly recommended that the mains supply to the dimmers is taken via a local isolating switch so that the supply may be easily disconnected for plugging and unplugging of load connectors the replacement of fuses and for service or maintenance All cables and protection equipment must be selected and installed in accordance with locally prevailing electrical regulations The mains input cable will enter the pack either via a Rear Connection Panel or via one of the Side Plates depending on the manner in which the pack is to be mounted For wall mounting side cable entry must be used For rack mounting rear cable entry must be used For free standing either side or rear cable entry may be used although the rear cable entry is recommended Rear Cable Entry Remove the Rear Connection Panel The lower edge of this is secured to the base by three screws as shown in Figure 2 Rear Connection Panel Fixing Screws Cable Entry Knockouts Figure 2 Rear Connection Panel Act6 amp Act3 User s Manual Issue 2 0 Side Plate Machine screws Cable Entry Taptite screws Figure 3 Left Side Plate 15mm Max 10mm Min bi A Warning T PO 200mm Max 140mm Min Figure 5 Mains Cable Preparation Protection Installation Knockouts of 25mm and 32mm diameter a
22. tact your nearest Strand Lighting office El contenido de este manual es solamente para informacion y esta sujeto a cambios sin previo aviso Strand Lighting no asume responsabilidad por errores 0 omisiones que puedan aparecer Cualquier comentario sugerencia o correcci n con respecto a este manual favor de dirijirlo a la oficina de Strand Lighting mas cercana Der Inhalt dieses Handbuches ist nur fiir Informationszwecke gedacht Aenderungen sind vorbehalten Strand Lighting uebernimmt keine Verantwortung fiir Fehler oder Irrtuemer die in diesem Handbuch auftreten F r Bemerkungen und Verbesserungsvorschlaege oder Vorschlaege in Bezug auf Korrekturen und oder Aktualisierungen in diesem Handbuch moechten wir Sie bitten Kontakt mit der naechsten Strand Lighting Niederlassung aufzunehmen Le mat riel d crit dans ce manuel est pour information seulement et est sujet changements sans pr avis La compagnie Strand Lighting n assume aucune responsibilit sur toute erreur ou ommission inscrite dans ce manuel Pour tous commentaires ou suggestions concernant des corrections et ou les mises a jour de ce manuel veuillez s ll vous plait contacter le bureau de Strand Lighting le plus proche Information contained in this document may not be duplicated in full or in part by any person without prior written approval of Strand Lighting Its sole purpose is to provide the user with detailed operational information for the equipment supplied The use
23. ue OV to 10V or OV to 10V via 8 pin locking DIN connector USITT DMX512 1990 multiplexed digital control via 5 pin XLR connector Strand Lighting D54 multiplexed analogue control via 3 pin XLR connector Multiplexed control inputs are only available when the optional Multimux Module is fitted Dimmer Test switches switch any dimmer to a preset level Act6 Act6 packs are available with a variety of socket outlets to suit different operating conditions and national standards A version without sockets is also available This version includes a removable panel which may be used for mounting outlets of any suitable type Act3 Act3 packs are fitted with a single phase 32A CEE17 socket outlet per dimmer Slave Output Analogue OV to 10V with series diode and 1KQ resistor via 8 pin locking DIN Act3 only connector The Slave Output corresponds to control input circuits 4 to 6 Power Supply Output 14 5V DC via analogue control input connector Intended for providing power to Strand Lighting LX control systems or similar lighting control systems Maximum current 100mA Physical Dimensions Height 188mm unpacked Width 483mm Depth 280mm on Act3 the output sockets protrude by 12mm Weight 10Kg approximately Environment Temperature O C 35 C Operating Relative humidity 0 90 Condensation level Zero Act6 and Act3 packs are suitable only for use in a dry internal environment Protect
24. would be undesirable The physical dimensions of an Act6 dimmer pack are shown in Figure 1 The dimensions of an Act3 dimmer pack are identical except for the overall depth as detailed 483 465 SOQQOOE SEDII ID Overall depth Act6 280 Act3 292 Fixing holes will accept No 14 screws Dimensions in millimetres Figure 1 Physical Dimensions Installation Mains Power Input Connections Warning Cable Access Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs require a nominal mains input at 220 240V 50Hz AC This supply may be either single or three phase star only depending on the method of connection In either case separate Neutral and Earth conductors are required Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs must be Earthed for safety in operation In all cases the Neutral conductor must have the same or greater rating and cross sectional area as the Phase conductor s Triac and thyristor dimmers operate using phase control which renders the balancing of loads across phases and thus a reduction in Neutral currents impossible Act6 and Act3 dimmer packs should be connected to their mains supplies via adequately rated plugs and sockets Power input connectors must be rated at 60A or more for single phase operation or 20A or more for three phase operation These ratings may only be reduced if the devices protecting the mains supply are selected to limi
25. y Strand Lighting The control input is via an eight pin DIN socket on the front of the pack Connector pin connections are shown in Figure 8 The connector is of the locking ring type cables with the appropriate mating plugs may be obtained from Strand Lighting Other styles of DIN plugs will mate with the connectors on Act6 and Act3 but the locking mechanisms may not function The Slave Output connection allows the control signals for dimmers 4 5 and 6 from a Multimux Module or the analogue control input to be connected to a second Act3 dimmer pack This allows one Multimux Module or analogue control cable to be shared between two Act3 dimmer packs The connections are as shown in Figure 8 with the exception that pins 4 5 6 and 7 are not connected The Slave Output from the master dimmer pack should be connected to the Analogue Input of the slave dimmer pack via a short control cable This control cable should be wired 1 to 1 Suitable cables may be obtained from Strand Lighting D54 Control The D54 input will accept a multiplexed analogue control signal which conforms to the Strand Lighting specification for D54 Details of this specification are available from Strand Lighting on request The control input is via a three pin male XLR type connector Pin connections are shown in Figure 9 A three pin female XLR connector is also fitted to allow a series of Act6 and or Act3 pac
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