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Crestron DIN Rail Universal Dimmer DIN-1DIMU4 manual

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    Crestron Green Light™ DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Operations & Installation Guide[...]

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    This document was prepared and written by th e Technical Documentation department at: Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON All brand nam es, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners . ©2008 Crestron Electronics, Inc.[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Contents Crestron Green Light™ DIN Rail Un iversal Dimmer: DIN-1DIMU4 1 Introduc tion ................................................................................................................... ............ 1 Features and Functions ..............................................................[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron Green Light™ DIN Rail Universal Dimmer: DIN-1DIMU4 Introduction The DIN-1DIMU4 is a four channel universal lighting control module designed to support dimming of bot h forward and reverse phase type loads. A single model supports both 120 and 220-240 Volt electronic and magnetic low-voltage, [...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Auto Load Detection Each channel of the DIN-1DIMU4 is capable of auto-detecting the dimmable load type connected to it and selecting the appropriate operating mode to control that load . Reverse phase (trailing edge) mode supports incandescent and electroni c low-voltage load types, while forward phase [...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Cresnet ® The DIN-1DIMU4 communicates with a DIN-AP2 2-Series Automation Processor or other Crestron 2-Series control system via the Cresnet control network. A pair of Cresnet ports is provided on the DIN-1DIMU4 allowing for easy daisy chaining of several DIN Rail Series automation control modules. Ove[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Applications The following diagram shows a DIN-1D IMU4 in a typical application. DIN-1DIMU4 in a Typical Application 4 • DIN Rail Universal Dimmer: DIN-1DIMU4 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6668A[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Specifications Specifications for the DIN-1DIMU4 ar e listed in the following table. DIN-1DIMU4 Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Load Ratings Dimmer Channels 4 Maximum Per Channel 5 Amps @ 120-240 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz; 600 Watts @ 120 Volts AC, 1150 Watts @ 230 Volts AC, 1200 Watts @ 240 Volts AC Modu[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN-1DIMU4 Specifications (Continued) SPECIFICATION DETAILS Environmental Temperature 0º to 40º C (32º to 104º F) Humidity 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing) Heat Dissipation 60 BTU/Hr @ 240 Volts with two channels @ 5A 50 BTU/Hr @ 120 Volts with two channels @ 5A Enclosure Aluminum with polycarbonate l[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Operating the module above its maximum operating temperature may result in the unit overheating and shutting down. NOTE: Crestron software a nd any files on the website are for authorized Crestron dealers and Crestron Aut horized Independent Programmers (CAIP) only. New users may be require d to registe[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN-1DIMU4 Overall Dimensions 58 mm (2.29 in) 59.5 m m (2.35 in) 2 3 4 1 94.2 m m (3.71 in) 90 mm (3.55 in) 215.5 mm (8.49 in) 5 6 13 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 Connectors, Controls & Indicators # CONNECTORS 1 , CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 1 NET ID DISPLAY and CONTROL (2) 7-Segment green[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) # CONNECTORS 1 , CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 3 OVERRIDE with LEDs and BUTTON (2) 2-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal blocks, paralleled; Maximum wire size: 1.5 mm 2 (16 AWG) Sensing input for external low-voltage contact closure; Activates Overrid[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) # CONNECTORS 1 , CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 8 REV (1 – 4) (4) Red LEDs, illuminate when a corresponding channel is operating in a reverse phase mode 9 AUTO (1 – 4) (4) Red LEDs, illuminate when a corresponding channel is set to auto-detect[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued) # CONNECTORS 1 , CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 15 NEUTRAL (5) Captive screw terminals 2 , blue 16 DIMMED LIVE (1 – 4) (4) Captive screw terminals 2 , red; Dimmer channel outputs 1 - 4 17 GROUND (5) Captive screw terminals 2 , green 1. Interface[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Industry Compliance This unit has been manufactured to comply with UL’s Standards for Safety in Canada and the United St ates. Formal approval is pending. As of the date of manufacture, th e DIN-1DIMU4 has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Rad[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Setup Network Wiring When wiring the Cresnet network, consider the following: • Use Crestron Certified Wire. NOTE: Cresnet HP cannot be used. • Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. • Provide sufficient power to the system. CAUTION: Insufficient power can l ead to unpredictable resul[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 NET ID display to change the least significant digit of the Net ID number. • When the desired Net ID is displayed, press the SETUP button to exit the Setup mode. The SETUP LED extinguishes. NOTE: If an invalid Net ID is se t (00, 02, FF), “Er” will be displayed on the NET ID display. The DIN-1DIMU[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer NOTE: When installing in an enclosur e, high-voltage devices should be grouped separately from low-voltage devices. The DIN-1DIMU4 is designed for inst allation on a DIN rail. Refer to the following diagram when installing. Installing the DIN-1DIMU4 DIN RAIL RELEASE DIN RAIL (NOT SUPPLIED) DIN-1DIMU4 TO[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 NOTE: Certain third party DIN ca binets provide space for an informational label between each DI N rail row. Crestron’s Engraver software (version 4.0 or later) can generate appropriate labels for all Crestron DIN rail products. Hardware Hookup Make the necessary connections as called out in the illus[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer NOTE: Ensure the unit is properly grounded. When making network connections to the DIN-1DIMU4, use a Crestron power supply. Hardware Connections for the DIN-1DIMU4 NET: TO CONTROL SYSTEM AND OTHER CRESNET DEVICES NEUTRA L: NEUTRAL CO NNECTION FROM AC PO WER LIN E DIMMED LIVE (1 - 4): DIMME R CHA NNEL OU[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Programming Software Have a question or comment about Crestron software? Answers to frequently asked questi ons (FAQs) can be viewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron website. To post a question or view questions you have submitted to Crestr on’s True Blue Support, log in at http://support.cr[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Programming with D3 Pro Crestron’s D3 Pro lighting software provides all the tools necessary to create a complete Crestron lighting sy stem for residential applications. The lighting system includes the control system logic program, touchpanel projects and keypad prog ramming, documentation and real- [...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Locating the DIN-1DIMU4 in the Device Library • The system tree of the control sy stem disp lays the device in the appropriate slot with a default Net ID as shown in the following illustration. C2Net Device, Slot 5 • Additional DIN-1DIMU4 devices are assigned different Net ID numbers as they are add[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer • If necessary, double click a device to open the “Device Settings” window and change the Net ID, as shown in the following figure. “DIN-1DIMU4 Device Settings” Window • The ID code specified in th e SIMPL Windows program must match the Net ID of each unit. Refer to “ Identity Code ” whi[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Uploading and Upgrading Crestron recommends using the lat est programming software and that each device contains the latest firm ware to take advantage of the most recently released features. However, before atte mpting to upload or upgrade it is necessary to establis h communication. Once co mmunicatio[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Programs and Firmware Program or firmware files m ay be distributed from programmers to installers or from Crestron to dealer s. Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron website as new fe atures are developed after product releases. One has the option to upload programs via the programming soft[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Operation NET ID Use the NET ID buttons to change the Net ID of the DIN-1DIMU4. For information on Net ID, refer to “ Identity Code ” which starts on page 13 . Manual Control The lighting level of each output can be manually controlled from the front panel. To toggle the light between off a nd 100% [...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Save Override Settings The lighting level of each output can be saved as an override setting, which can be automatically recalled when the Override mode is enabled. NOTE: The control system program has a setting that can prevent locally saving the override level setti ngs. If this setting is enabled, th[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Problem Solving Troubleshooting The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Cr estron customer service representative. DIN-1DIMU4 Troubleshooting TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION DIN-1DIMU4 is not receivin[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer DIN-1DIMU4 Troubleshooting (Continued) TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION LOADS (status) LED on a channel is blinking once per second. Over current protection has tripped. Check wiring on corresponding output for a short circuit. Check total load on corresponding output for an overload. LOADS ([...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Check Network Wiring Use the Right Wire In order to ensure optimum perf ormance over the full range of your installation topology, Crestron Certifie d Wire and only Crestron Certifie d Wire may be used. Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to identify perform ance deficie[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer NOTE: All Crestron certified Cresne t wiring must consist of two twisted pairs. One twisted pair is the +24V conductor and the GND conductor and the other twisted pa ir is the Y conductor and the Z conductor. Strip and Tin Wire When daisy-chaining Cresnet units, st rip the ends of the wires carefully to[...]

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    DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 Future Updates As Crestron improves functions, adds new features and extends the capabilities of the DIN-1DIMU4, add itional information may be made available as manual updates. Thes e updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements pr ior to the release of a complete technical docum[...]

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    Crestron DIN-1DIMU4 DIN Rail Universal Dimmer Return and Warranty Policies Merchandise Returns / Repair Service 1. No m erchandise may be returned f or credit, exchange or service with out prior authorization from CR ESTRON. To obtain war ranty serv ice for CRESTRON products, contact an authorized CRESTRON deal er. Only authorized CRESTRON dealers [...]

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    Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6668A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2020750) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 06.08 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.[...]