ETC Unison Foundry Relay Controller Manuale utente

ETC Installation Guide

Unison Foundry Relay Controller

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7179M2150 Rev A Released 2023-02

Overview

The Unison Foundry Relay Controller offers fully-rated 20 A relays to switch

lighting loads on and off. The Relay Controller provides two outputs of

switched power control that can be wired to individual fixtures or used for

zone control. Each output can be configured to a separate DMX address, or

both outputs can be controlled in unison by setting the Relay Controller to

single-channel mode (see

Channel Mode

page 7

Control connected loads from any DMX control device. Configure the Relay

Controller either remotely via RDM (using a tool like Concert) or locally on

the controller. See

Configure the Relay Controller

page 7

Specifications

Ambient Environment

For indoor use only. Rated for plenum use.

• 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) operating temperatures in 5%–95%

non-condensing humidity.

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Electrical Specification

The Relay Controller Supports:

• Power input 120–277 VAC, 60 Hz

• Load rating:

- 20 A general purpose, tungsten, or resistive

- 16 A electronic ballast

Compliance

• cULus listed

• Conforms to UL 508 (Industrial Control Equipment), UL 916 (Energy

Management Equipment) and UL 2043 (Plenum rated)

• Certified to CSA C22.2 No. 14 (Industrial Control Equipment) and

No. 205 (Signal Equipment)

Note:

The maximum load on the Relay Controller can be split

between the two relay outputs in any combination

required for the installation, but cannot exceed the

maximum load as specified above.

FCC Compliance

Unison Foundry Relay Controller

(For any FCC matters):

Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.

3031 Pleasant View Road

Middleton, WI 53562

+1 (608) 831-4116

etcconnect.com

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept

any interference received; including interference that may cause undesired operation. Visit

etcconnect.com/products

for current and complete compliance information including FCC

compliance.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC

rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in

a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and

can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used

in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. Any modifications or

changes to this product not expressly approved by Electronic

Theatre Controls, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate

the product. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is

likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be

required to correct the interference at their own expense.

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Prepare for Installation

The Relay Controller is designed for mounting directly to an electrical

junction box or panel (provided by others) at the electrical lighting load,

upstream of the load in the circuit.

DMX Control Wiring

The Relay Controller connects to a DMX512-A source (provided by ETC or

others) for control.

DMX wiring runs can be daisy chains of up to 32 devices with no Y’s or

loops. Each DMX daisy chain must be terminated for proper control

performance (see

Terminate DMX

page 5

ETC recommends using Belden 9729 (or approved equivalent) Class 2 wire.

Belden 1583A or equivalent Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat 6 UTP wire is also acceptable

when properly shielded or installed in grounded metal conduit.

A voltage barrier installation box (part number 7187A1000) is available for

installations where DMX control wiring is installed in grounded metal

conduit. Contact ETC to purchase voltage barrier installation boxes if

required.

The total combined length of a DMX wire run (using Belden 9729 or

equivalent) may not exceed 300 m (1,000 ft).

Note:

If your installation requires Class 2 wiring to be

installed in separate conduit, a voltage barrier

installation box is available from ETC. Order ETC part

number 7187A1000.

Note:

All control wiring should be installed and terminated

by a qualified installer and should follow standard

wiring installation practices.

Leave approximately 20 cm (8 in) of wiring available for

connection and to allow slack for future service needs

Note:

For more information on DMX control wiring

requirements, see these and other Support Articles at

etcconnect.com:

• support.etcconnect.com/ETC/FAQ/DMX-512-Info

• support.etcconnect.com/ETC/FAQ/DMX_Over_Cat5

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Installation

Installation should follow all local codes and standard electrical practices.

Ensure that the junction box is clean and free of obstructions and that all

wiring is installed correctly.

1. Locate the circuit breaker panel and turn off the power to the lighting

circuit.

2. To gain access to the line voltage wiring, remove the cover plate and

other hardware from the junction box at the load.

3. Mount the Relay Controller to the exterior of the junction box or panel

using the 1/2 in threaded nipple. Use the provided 1/2 in conduit

locknut to secure the Relay Controller to the junction box or panel.

WARNING:

Risk of electric shock! This device utilizes high

voltage and should only be installed by a qualified

installer or electrician. Follow all local codes for

installation. Before terminating the AC power

wiring verify that the main breaker is in the off

position and follow the proper lockout/tag out

procedures per NFPA Standard 70E.

AVERTISSEMENT :

Risque de décharge électrique! Cette appareil

utilise une haute tension et ne doit être installé

que par un installateur qualifié ou un électricien.

Suivez tous les codes locaux pour l'installation.

Avant de raccorder le câblage du courant

alternatif, vérifiez que le disjoncteur principal est

en position d'arrêt et suivez les procédures de

Consignation/Déconsignation prescrites par la

norme NFPA 70E.

WARNING:

For indoor use only! Must install to an electrical

junction box or wireway.

AVERTISSEMENT :

Uniquement pour usage d'intérieur! Doit être

installé sur une boîte de raccordement électrique

ou un chemin de câbles.

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Connect DMX

1. Pull wiring to the junction box.

2. Terminate the DMX cable by following the steps in the termination kit

supplied with the unit.

Terminate DMX

Terminate the last device in the DMX data run for proper control

performance. To terminate the DMX data run at the Relay Controller,

connect the last two pins on the termination connector with a wire jumper

(not included).

Note:

Follow all local code requirements for terminating

wire.

• Notice that the harness wires on the controller are

pre-stripped for your installation convenience.

• Use appropriately sized wire nuts (not provided) to

secure each termination.

Note:

Because resistance is built into the Relay Controller, no

additional resistor is required to terminate the last

device in the DMX data run.

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Connect Power Input and Relay Output

The power input and relay output wiring exits the Relay Controller through

the knockout mount on the enclosure.

1. Connect the power input wiring.

a. Connect the white wire (14 AWG) to the incoming neutral wire

from the breaker panel and the neutral wire of the lighting load.

b. Connect the black power input wire (12 AWG) to the line input

feed wire (hot) from the breaker panel.

2. Connect the relay output wiring. The Relay Controller has two relay

output wires (12 AWG): Zone 1 is red and Zone 2 is red/white.

a. Connect the Zone 1 relay output wire (red) to the hot input of the

first load.

b. Connect the Zone 2 relay output wire (red/white) to the hot input

of the second load.

3. Reinstall the junction box cover plate.

Note:

When configured to single-channel mode, a single

DMX address controls both relays. If you are using only

one output, cap off the unused wires with wire nuts

(not included).

DMX-512A

Black

Line In

White

Neutral

Load 1

Red

Load 2

Red/White

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Configure the Relay Controller

You can use RDM to set the DMX address and data loss behavior for the

Relay Controller. You can set other parameters using RDM, too. See

RDM

Parameters

page 14

Channel Mode

You can configure the Relay Controller to single-channel or dual-channel

mode using Concert or another RDM controller.

• Single-channel mode: Both relays are assigned to a single DMX

address and function in unison.

• Dual-channel mode: Each relay is assigned a separate DMX address

for control. The second DMX address is always the next sequential

address after the first DMX address, and this cannot be changed. The

Relay Controller ships from the factory in dual-channel mode. See

RDM Parameters

page 14

You can also switch between single-channel mode and dual-channel mode

using the SET button on the Relay Controller. Press and hold the SET button

to switch modes. The POWER LED will blink once for single-channel mode or

twice for dual-channel mode.

DMX Address

You can assign DMX addresses to an entire daisy chain of Unison Foundry

devices using Concert or another RDM controller. If you cannot assign the

DMX addresses using RDM, you can manually set the DMX start address on

the device. The default factory-set DMX address is 1, and the range of

available addresses is 1–512.

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Manually Set the DMX Address

If you cannot assign the DMX addresses using RDM, use the MODE and SET

buttons to set the value of each digit in the three-digit DMX address in

sequence.

Task What to do What you will see

1: Put the controller

into DMX addressing

mode.

Press and hold the MODE

button.

•ThePOWER LED indicator blinks

3 times to indicate that you can set the

100s digit of the DMX address.

•TheSIGNAL LED indicator blinks the

100s digit in the current DMX address.

For example, if the current DMX

address is 201, the SIGNAL LED

indicator blinks 2 times. (If the 100s

digit is a 0, the indicator remains lit and

does not blink.)

2: Set the 100s digit

of the DMX address.

Press the SET button to

set the 100s digit. For

example, press the button

once for 1, twice for 2,

and so forth up to five

times for 5. Press and hold

the SET button for 0.

If the 100s digit in the

new DMX address is the

same as in the current

DMX address, you can

keep the digit by skipping

to step 3.

•ThePOWER LED indicator continues to

blink 3 times to indicate that you are

setting the 100s digit of the DMX

address.

•TheSIGNAL LED indicator blinks the

value that you set for the 100s digit in

the DMX address.

SIGNAL LED

POWER LED

MODE button

SET button

201

10s 1s100s

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3: Set the 10s digit of

the DMX address.

Press the MODE button to

advance to the 10s digit.

•ThePOWER LED indicator blinks

2 times to indicate that you are setting

the 10s digit of the DMX address.

•TheSIGNAL LED indicator blinks the

10s digit in the current DMX address.

For example, if the current DMX

address is 201, the SIGNAL LED

indicator remains lit and does not blink.

•IftheSIGNAL LED indicator rapidly

blinks red, this means that you set the

100s digit to an invalid value (for

example, 6). When this occurs, the

Relay Controller exits DMX addressing

mode without saving.

Press the SET button to

set the 10s digit. For

example, press the button

once for 1, twice for 2,

and so forth up to nine

times for 9. Press and hold

the SET button for 0.

If the 10s digit in the new

DMX address is the same

as in the current DMX

address, you can keep the

digit by skipping to step 4.

•ThePOWER LED indicator continues to

blink 2 times to indicate that you are

setting the 10s digit of the DMX

address.

•TheSIGNAL LED indicator blinks the

value that you set for the 10s digit in

the DMX address.

Task What to do What you will see

201

10s 1s100s

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4: Set the 1s digit of

the DMX address.

Press the MODE button to

advance to the 1s digit.

•ThePOWER LED indicator blinks once

to indicate that you are setting the 1s

digit of the DMX address.

•TheSIGNAL LED indicator blinks the 1s

digit in the current DMX address. For

example, if the current DMX address is

201, the SIGNAL LED indicator blinks

once.

•IftheSIGNAL LED indicator rapidly

blinks red, this means that you set the

10s digit to an invalid value. When this

occurs, the Relay Controller exits DMX

addressing mode without saving.

Press the SET button to

set the 1s digit.

If the 1s digit in the new

DMX address is the same

as in the current DMX

address, you can keep the

digit by skipping to step 5.

•ThePOWER LED indicator continues to

blink once to indicate that you are

setting the 1s digit of the DMX

address.

•TheSIGNAL LED indicator blinks the

value that you set for the 1s digit in the

DMX address.

5: Save the new DMX

address.

Press the MODE button. • The POWER LED indicator and SIGNAL

LED indicator return to their normal

functions (see

LED Indicators and

User Interface

page 12

•IftheSIGNAL LED indicator rapidly

blinks red, this means that you set the

1s digit to an invalid value. When this

occurs, the Relay Controller exits DMX

addressing mode without saving.

Note:

The Relay Controller will exit DMX addressing mode

after 1 minute of inactivity. When this occurs, the

controller retains the DMX address that was saved

before you entered DMX addressing mode.

Task What to do What you will see

10s

201

1s100s

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