• Leviton Personal Dimmer (LPD) • Leviton Personal Dimmer Administrator (LPDA) Energy Management Features The CN100 Dimming Power Pack provides 0 to 10VDC fluorescent ballast dimming control and can be wired to several, peripheral components to add increasing levels of energy management. Daylight Harvesting Daylight harvesting means using surrounding ambient (often natural) light to supplement artificial light in order to keep a constant lighting level while saving electricity.
In general, the Power Pack will adjust a load’s output level to the lowest light level called for by an active input: Leviton refers to this as the Least Light Law. For example, if the Power Pack is turned on (either manually or by occupancy) and the Light Maintain Level calls for a lower output level than the last preset manual level, the lights will adjust to the lower Light Maintain Level.
The Power Pack is the interface between lights and Leviton occupancy sensors, photocell, and various control interfaces. The CN100 is suitable for use with dimmable electronic ballasts using a 0 to 10VDC dimming signal, such as Advanced Mark VII, OSRAM Sylvania Quicktronic Helios, and ESI. LPDA software supports building management functions such as time clock, emergency, and loadshed.
Centura Dimming Power Pack. Please refer to Figure 3-3 on Page 20 for more details. Power Pack Inputs The CN100 Dimming Power Pack may receive several inputs at any one time and it prioritizes these inputs in the following order.
Centura System. Any Leviton ODC- or ODW-prefixed low voltage occupancy sensor (Figures 1-2 and 1-3) can be incorporated into a Centura System. This range of models encompasses sensors with a number of differentiating features.
Note: For additional information regarding occupancy sensor selection and placement, contact a Leviton Representative. Occupancy Sensor Specifications Product ratings and specifications vary based on selected models and can be found in the Leviton Lighting Controls or D-502-series or later catalogs, as well as within product packaging. ODC-series Diameter: 4.53in.
In order to ensure that lighting brightens and dims appropriately, care must be taken in choosing a mounting location. Leviton recommends that the photocell be mounted directly above the workspace where lighting is most critical. Only one photocell should be installed per Power Pack.
SYSTEM & COMPONENT OVERVIEW • DIMMING CONTROLLER CENTURA DIMMING CONTROLLER WITH IR The CN200 Dimming Controller with IR (Figure 1-7) is a five-button wall station that can be used to turn fixtures on, off, and set brightness levels either manually or via hand-held remote control. The unit has five buttons: On, Off, Dim, Bright, and Max (or full bright).
Size: 4.13 x 2.38 x 1.59in. (10.5 x 6.1 x 4.0cm) INFRARED REMOTE CONTROL Leviton’s NE200 Infrared Remote Control (Figure 1-10) has been specifically designed to allow lighting control and programming from up to 40 feet from a CN200 Controller. The infrared remote control has four programming buttons, four preset buttons, and four lighting control buttons: On, Off, Dim and Bright.
For example, suppose you want to brighten the lights in your office from your computer. If you keep the Leviton Personal Dimmer open, on your desktop, the fastest way is to move the Quick Slider to a new position. The client software now sends an HTTP message to the server software over the building Intranet, which is routed just like any other HTTP message from a networked computer.
Leviton HTTP Server contains a configuration file with data on users as well as server settings and can display this information. A file within Leviton HTTP Server maps each computer to the correct Power Pack address so that only those authorized to control certain lights can do so.
SYSTEM & COMPONENT OVERVIEW • LPD DIMMER LEVITON PERSONAL DIMMER The Leviton Personal Dimmer (LPD) is computer software that interfaces with the Centura lighting system. Figure 1-13 shows the main LPD screen. The LPD must be installed on every computer on which lighting control is desired, and can be configured to control the lights above that user’s...
LEVITON PERSONAL DIMMER ADMINISTRATOR The Leviton Personal Dimmer Administrator (LPDA) is software that allows the lighting administrator to view and control the whole system from a single location, without having to run to different stations. The LPDA interacts with the HTTP Server to obtain information on all nodes in the system (see Figure 1-16.) and generates printouts.
This setup is ideal for the average “cube farm” or open space where the absence of walls makes it more practical for users to control lighting via computer. In this scenario, a Leviton Personal Dimmer is loaded onto each PC, which is given control over only one load bank. Occupancy sensors are added to make sure that no load is inadvertently left on, therefore conserving energy and saving money.
In an open area, especially with cubicles, Centura is a great choice because it provides a Leviton Personal Dimmer that can be loaded onto individual PC’s. This allows occupants to adjust their lighting without walking to a wall switch, which may be across a large room and bunched up with so many other switches as to be hard to distinguish.
About LCnet Wiring Centura is based on a low-voltage communication bus called the Leviton Control Network (LCnet), which must be wired in accordance with a some basic principles (see Figure 3-1). The LCnet is a...
2. Insert a third wire (as in a T). 3. Reconnect the wires. Note: Leviton recommends either (1) using IDC crimp-on connectors (such as 3M brand Scotchlok™ connectors) or (2) splicing the wire and connecting with wire nuts. If using wire nuts, make sure to use the appropriate size for a good connection.
CN200’s, then the CN100 and CN200 which need to work together must be set to one address, say Address 2, and the other CN100 and other CN200 must be set to another, say Address 3.
INSTALLATION • PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS Node Limit A single Centura LCnet can carry as many as 16 unique address sets. If your installation requires more than 16 address sets, a separate LCnet wire must be used for every, additional 16-address set. So, for example, you need 3 separate LCnet wires for 42 address sets: 2 wires with 16 address sets each and 1 wire with 10 address sets.
Example Here’s an example of how you can be sure NOT TO exceed the Power Pack’s load rating in a conference room where you want to install a basic Centura System with a PC interface and IR remote control. CN221 ODC0P Power Pack A...
Installing the CN100 Dimming Power Pack The CN100 Power Pack must be installed in a properly grounded metal outlet box at least 4in. (10.2cm) square. A larger box (or box extension) may be required, depending on the application and the number of connections.
Installing Occupancy Sensors Green/White (24VDC) Blue Hot (Black) Blue Black Line 120/277VAC, 60Hz Neutral (White) Figure 3-8: Generic Occupancy Sensor Wiring Diagram CAUTION: Do not touch the surface of the lens. Clean outer surface with a damp cloth only. Ceiling-Mount Installation Instructions 1.
Photocell to bring the wires from the Leviton Power Pack. Make all connections as described in Steps 2 through 7. Carefully feed the wires into the hole and press the Photocell body into the outer shell until the rim is flush with the shell.
1b. FLUSH MOUNTING INTO THE CEILING (Only allows concealed wiring, the outer shell is not used): Cut a 2in. (5.1cm) diameter hole through the ceiling. Make all connections as described in Steps 2 through 7. Carefully feed the wires back through the hole and press the Photocell into the hole until the rim is flush with the ceiling.
INSTALLATION • CN221 Installing the CN221 Dimming Controller CAUTION: The CN221 Controller operates off of low-voltage (24VDC), so care must be taken when replacing a light switch. Consult local building codes and regulations for proper low-voltage installation. Installation Instructions 1. Remove existing wallplate and switch or dimmer, if applicable. CAUTION: If applicable, ensure that circuit conductors are properly capped off with wire connectors and removed from wallbox.
The SmartJack must be installed on the computer that will become the Centura Server. This computer must be part of a network that supports HTTP, and be loaded with Leviton HTTP Server software as well as LPDA software for administrators. See the next heading, Installing Leviton Software, for instructions.
Installing Leviton Software There are three types of software you must install to enable desktop control over your Centura System: • Leviton HTTP Server (LPDS) – on the PC that has an NE100 SmartJack connected to it and meets the system requirements.
CHAPTER 4: Programming INTRODUCTION Within the Centura lighting system, several settings MUST BE programmed for basic operation: addresses, minimum light level, and Light Maintain Level. These settings can be set via your choice of several Centura components—and will then be retained in the Power Pack’s memory. Except for the CN220 Switching Controller, which has no programming capabilities other than its own address, each component that can be used to adjust lighting can also be used to program at least some settings.
PROGRAMMING • SETTING ADDRESSES SETTING ADDRESSES General Information Each Power Pack must be assigned a unique address to allow it to communicate with any LCnet peripheral device set to the same address. Because you must remove either the wallplate or the controller itself to get to the controller’s Address Wheel, we suggest setting the addresses of each Centura Controller before installing it.
(before you proceed to other controllers you want set to the same address). You can also use one of Leviton’s Personal Dimmers to set the Power Pack addresses. If all software and appropriate SmartJacks have already been installed and you’d like to set these addresses via computer, see the User Guide for instructions.
PROGRAMMING • SETTING ADDRESSES CN221 Dimming Controller or CN220 Switching Controller 1. Remove wallplate and frame (and screwless wallplate adapter, if applicable). 2. Pull off Decora Screwless Wallplate, turn it over, and adhere Programming Label (Figure 4-2) to inside of wallplate so that label is facing out. This label is to be used as a programming guide. 3.
Light Maintain Level 1. Press and hold Max button on CN200 for seven seconds. All buttons will blink to indicate the Controller is in the Program Mode.) 2. Press On button. The On button should be the only button left blinking. 3.
This procedure is intended to provide basic system testing and simple techniques to resolve problems uncovered during testing. If you cannot resolve an issue using these instructions, check the Troubleshooting chapter. If you still can’t solve it, call Leviton’s Tech Line. TESTING YOUR CENTURA SYSTEM Use a Centura Controller (or Personal Dimmer) to test the Power Pack.
Photocell 1. Turn on the lights and either (a) cover the Photocell with your hands and verify that the lights brighten, or (b) stand within five feet of the Photocell, shine a flashlight into it, and verify that the lights dim. Note: if the Light Maintain Level is programmed very bright or very dim, it may be difficult to detect the change in light, so it is best to perform BOTH tests.
- Use a voltmeter to check for 24VDC across the green and the green/white wire pair at the Power Pack. If there is no power, check the circuit breaker. If there is power, contact a Leviton representative. And Sensor/Controller LED’s DO Light Up If the LED’s on installed occupancy sensors, wall controllers, and/or SmartJack are lit—...
SmartJack using the phone-style connector. The other end should be plugged into the computer’s serial port nine-pin DB-9 connector. • Make sure the SmartJack is connected to the computer that is running the Leviton HTTP Server software (the designated Centura server).
• Wiring may be shorted at the lights connected to the Power Pack. Make sure that the load has been correctly hooked up to the Power Pack in accordance with the CN100 wiring diagram on Page 22. • Make sure that when you push a Controller’s On button, the Communication LED lights on both the Controller and the Power Pack.
• Specific wires from the Occupancy Sensor to the Power Pack may be shorted. Make sure that the blue wire in the blue, four-wire bundle HAS NOT been wired to the green/white 24VDC wire. If it has, separate the two wires and connect in accordance with CN100 wiring diagram on Page 22 of Installation Chapter.
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