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- Page 1 Installation and User Guide 458/CTR8 8-Channel Ballast Controller Module Helvar | Data is subject to change without notice. www.helvar.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Adjusting channel and output levels with the Control Panel Keypad Navigating the menu with the Control Panel Keypad Physical selection Menu options Main menu Menu options details Error messages Dimensions (mm) Technical specifications Helvar 458/CTR8 8-Channel Ballast Controller Module: Installation and User Guide www.helvar.com... -
Page 3: Introduction
DALI and SDIM/DMX must not be connected simultaneously. Chassis modules The 458/CTR8 module is attached to the 458M1, 458M2 or 458M3 chassis. The chassis modules are supplied with control module by-pass connectors, and can be fully installed and wired prior to fitting of the control module(s). Thus,... -
Page 4: Installation
Attach the module to a chassis Mounting, environmental and clearance requirements Mounting • Attach the 458/CTR8 to a 458M1, 458M2, or 458M3 chassis that is mounted vertically on a flat surface. Environment • The ambient temperature must be between 0 °C and +40 °C. -
Page 5: Connect Power And Load Cables To Module Sockets
TO OUTPUT 7 terminals TO CH8 MCB TO OUTPUT 8 SDIM/DMX cable loom DALI Override and SDIM/DMX Output control terminals DA– Connect external Override switch for override operation SDIM/ Link for termination TERM Helvar | Data is subject to change without notice. -
Page 6: Make Control Connections
DMX connector. Switch closure sets the light level of all output channels to the override level. SDIM and DMX connections If connecting to a Helvar Imagine system, plug in the connector of the SDIM/DMX cable loom to the SDIM/DMX terminals. This is attached to the DIN-rail inside the chassis. -
Page 7: Load Types
Load types Each channel of the 458/CTR8 control module can be configured to operate in any of the following modes: • 0–10 V → source 20 mA • 1–10 V → sink 100 mA • DSI (Digital Signal Interface) → source 100 mA ®... -
Page 8: Control Panel Lcd Display
• After exiting the Control Panel options. Control Panel Keypad Use the Control Panel Keypad to: • Set output channel levels. • Navigate the system menus to adjust module settings. Helvar 458/CTR8 8-Channel Ballast Controller Module: Installation and User Guide... -
Page 9: Adjusting Channel And Output Levels With The Control Panel Keypad
Scroll through main options. Select an option (access option screen). Adjust parameters. Step among different parameters in options screens. Return to previous menu. Return to the Main Display Screen (from the main menu). Helvar | Data is subject to change without notice. -
Page 10: Physical Selection
Physical selection Physical selection mode is activated using a Helvar remote control unit. It allows you to group loads and controls together without the use of programming software. For details, refer to the equipment instructions. Follow these steps to identify a piece of equipment using physical selection mode. -
Page 11: Menu Options
Factory reset Reset all settings to factory defaults. Apply password lock to settings (except to ‘Unit details’ and ‘Enter password’ Use password items). Enter password Remove the password lock (see ‘Use password’) Helvar | Data is subject to change without notice. -
Page 12: Menu Options Details
Output mode Channel: 1–8; ALL (Default: 1) Mode: 0: 0/10 V 1: 1–10 V sink 2: 0–10 V 3: PWM+ 4: PWM– 5: DALI b’cast [DALI broadcast] 6: DSI ® 7: (Off) Helvar 458/CTR8 8-Channel Ballast Controller Module: Installation and User Guide... - Page 13 Recall scene Recall a scene previously stored (temporarily if connected to a Helvar router system). Scenes are sets of lighting levels and can make use of any combination of channels. This option is always available, even when password protection is applied to other options.
- Page 14 If the override input connection is short-circuited, e.g. by contact closure on an alarm system, all channels are set to their override level, regardless of external control signals. Options: Channel: 1–8; Override level: 0 % – 100 %; **** (= do not apply override level); (Default:100 %) Helvar 458/CTR8 8-Channel Ballast Controller Module: Installation and User Guide...
- Page 15 Even at 0 %, the text is just visible. Note 2: The display adjusts as you raise or lower the contrast value, but you must press ‘OK’ to select that contrast level. Helvar | Data is subject to change without notice.
- Page 16 The password lock will be applied after a period of 60 seconds from this message appearing. Enter password If the password is enabled and you want to use all the functions of the module, you must enter the correct password. Helvar 458/CTR8 8-Channel Ballast Controller Module: Installation and User Guide...
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Page 17: Error Messages
Comms Error – – – SDIM address, or incorrect SDIM/DMX mode selection. 458/OPT4 options module The 458/OPT4 module should not Ballast O/P – – connected. be connected. Dimensions (mm) Helvar | Data is subject to change without notice. -
Page 18: Technical Specifications
According to DALI standard IEC 60929, with Helvar extensions SDIM data: Helvar protocol (RS485, 115 kbps) DMX data: DMX512-A protocol (max. refresh rate: 33 Hz) Environment: Complies with WEEE and RoHS directives. Doc 7860282, issue 5, Helvar 458/CTR8 8-Channel Ballast Controller Module: Installation and User Guide 2022-11-10...
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