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- Page 1 458/SW8 Installation and User Guide...
- Page 2 Introduction The 458/SW8 is a 8-channel switching module. It uses high inrush relays to withstand short-lived high peak current inrush when switching on loads. It has both a DALI and an S-DIM/DMX interface, and therefore can be fully integrated into a Digidim or an Imagine router system.
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Page 3: Installation
Attach the module to a chassis Mounting, Environmental and Clearance Requirements Mounting • Attach the 458/SW8 to a 458M1, 458M2, or 458M3 chassis, which is mounted vertically on a flat surface. Environment • The ambient temperature must be between 0ºC and 40ºC. - Page 4 The diagram on this page show the 458M1 chassis. Cable connection is similar for the 458M2 and 458M3. Options module Bypass S-DIM/DMX connection socket terminals cable loom DALI connections Override, S-DIM/DMX connections Connect external switch Override for override operation S-DIM/ Link for termination TERM Helvar Digidim 458/SW8 8-Channel Switching Module: Installation and User Guide...
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Page 5: Power On The Unit
S-DIM or DMX connector. Switch closure sets the light level of all output channels to the override level. S-DIM and DMX connections If connecting to a Helvar Imagine system, plug in the connector of the S-DIM/DMX cable loom to the S-DIM/DMX terminals. This is attached to the DIN-rail inside the chassis. -
Page 6: Control Panel
S-DIM addresses Other parameters can be set using Designer software Control panel DMX connection Example: to Helvar 920 Routers, or to third party lighting desk. Adjust these parameters using the control panel: DMX addresses Channel pairing (if 458/OPT4 options module connected) -
Page 7: Control Panel Lcd Display
Control panel keypad Use the keypad to: - set output channel levels - set output channel levels (if an Options Module is connected) - navigate the system menus to adjust module settings Helvar Digidim 458/SW8 8-Channel Switching Module: Installation and User Guide... - Page 8 Scroll through main options. Select an option (access option screen). Adjust parameters. Step between different parameters in options screens Return to previous menu. Return to Main Display Screen (from main menu) Helvar Digidim 458/SW8 8-Channel Switching Module: Installation and User Guide...
- Page 9 Physical selection mode allows loads and controls to be grouped together. It can be activated for a piece of equipment in a number of ways, including by using a Helvar remote control unit, or by using Designer or Toolbox software. Refer to the equipment instructions for details.
- Page 10 Reset all settings to factory defaults. Use password Apply password lock to settings (except to ‘Unit details’ and ‘Enter password’ items). Enter password Remove the password lock (see ‘Use password’) Helvar Digidim 458/SW8 8-Channel Switching Module: Installation and User Guide...
- Page 11 DALI or S-DIM/DMX shows the last detected mode when the module was reset. Relay contacts Heatsink and internal temperatures (Read-only) User mode (All read- Refer to the ‘Troubleshooting’ section of this guide for message details. only); Helvar Digidim 458/SW8 8-Channel Switching Module: Installation and User Guide...
- Page 12 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 13 - When hysteresis is off (default setting) and the signal rises to 2%, the lighting for that channel turns on; when it falls to 1%, the channel turns off. Options: Channel: 1 – 8; Off: (up button); x (down button) (Default: Helvar Digidim 458/SW8 8-Channel Switching Module: Installation and User Guide...
- Page 14 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 wish to use all of the functions of the module, you must enter the correct password. Helvar Digidim 458/SW8 8-Channel Switching Module: Installation and User Guide...
- Page 15 Comms Error S-DIM address, or incorrect S-DIM/DMX mode selection. The 458/OPT4 module should 458/OPT4 options module has Ballast O/P be connected, or refresh ballast been disconnected. status. Dimensions Dimensions in mm Helvar Digidim 458/SW8 8-Channel Switching Module: Installation and User Guide...
- Page 16 Operating and Storage Conditions Ambient Temperature: 0ºC to 40ºC Storage Temperature: -10°C to 70°C Relative Humidity: Max 90%, non-condensing www.helvar.com 10/11/2022 Doc No. 7860284 Issue 2 Helvar Digidim 458/SW8 8-Channel Switching Module: Installation and User Guide Data subject to change without notice...
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