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Diagnostic Information
AUX Input - This is a dry contact interface that is active low. The dry contact is connected between the AUX
and GND terminals on the DyNet connector strip. The function of the AUX input is programmable. Ensure
that the cable length between the dry contact and terminal strip is no longer than 2 metres.
Service LED - The Service LED has 3 signalling modes, which are useful for troubleshooting:
Blinking slowly (1Hz) = Normal Operation
Blinking fast (0.25Hz) = Network Activity Detected
On = Fault
Service Switch - The Service Switch has three functions:
1 push = Transmit Network ID
3 pushes = All Channels 100%
Push & hold for 4 sec = Reboot
TOP SET - This adjusts the maximum output that all other control sources can select, ie: if the Top Set is
fully clockwise, 100% selected by a control source will give 100% output. If it is fully anti-clockwise, 100%
selected by a control source will give 50% output. This control is useful for extending lamp life and can be
operated without any form of network control, effectively turning the device into a stand-alone power
conditioner and lamp protector.
INCANDESCENT
Incandescent lamps are easily dimmed using all Dynalite controllers. The soft start and
voltage limit features will extend lamp life. Lamp life can be further extended using the
LAMPS
voltage limit adjustment.
TUNGSTEN
Tungsten halogen and other transformer loads are easily dimmed using all Dynalite
controllers. The soft start, cleanup and surge limiting features will protect lamps against
HALOGEN
premature failure. Lamp life can be extended using the voltage limit adjustment.
LAMPS
FLUORESCENT
38mm rapid start lamps can be successfully dimmed to 40% using an inexpensive filament
driver transformer.
LAMPS (38mm)
recommended. The power factor capacitors need to be wired to the supply side of the
dimmer. Some Dynalite controllers include a supplementary relay contact for control of
power factor capacitors. If electronic ballasts are not used, cabling and controllers should
be de-rated by approx. 60% to allow for reactive current. Contact your Dynalite dealer for
more information.
FLUORESCENT
26mm slimline tubes can be dimmed to as low as 5% using a dimmable full electronic
ballast or electronic dimming transformer.
LAMPS (26mm)
ballasts. Contact your Dynalite dealer for more information.
COMPACT
Only some types of 4 pin PL lamps can be successfully dimmed using dimmable electronic
ballasts. Best results are achieved with DC controlled HF ballasts
FLUORESCENTS
NEON
Only argon filled neon lamps can be reliably dimmed. The power factor capacitors need to
be wired to the supply side of the dimmer. Cabling and controllers should be de-rated by
approx. 60% to allow for reactive current.
transformer must be suitable for dimming.
HID SOURCES
Mercury vapour and sodium lamps can be dimmed to approx. 45%.
dimming to low levels, the fade time should be set to very slow speeds (> 30sec) to avoid
"cut out" problems. The power factor capacitors need to be wired to the supply side of each
dimmer. Some Dynalite controllers include a supplementary relay contact for control of
power factor capacitors. Cabling and controllers should be de-rated by approx. 60% to
allow for reactive current. Contact your Dynalite dealer for more information.
METAL HALIDE
Metal halide lamps give similar dimming performance to other HID sources. However, the
colour of the light tends to change in an unpredictable way in most lamps when dimmed
(often permanently). Most lamp manufacturers do not recommend dimming of metal halide
lamps. Contact your Dynalite dealer for more information.
For better performance, an electronic HF dimming transformer is
dimmable lamps chart
No de-rating is necessary with electronic
Any open circuit monitoring on the neon
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