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User Manual for Control Freak DALI to 0-10V Converter
Quick guide for the Control Freak DALI to 0-10V Converter. Learn about wiring, power requirements, DALI configuration, dimming curves, and relay settings.
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The DALI to 0-10V Converter is a DIN-mount controller designed to bridge DALI systems with 0-10V dimmable devices. It supports DALI broadcast, addressing, groups, and standard DALI settings. Important: To send any Type 5 command, you must first send the 'Enable Device Type 5' command. This command must be repeated within 100ms of the subsequent command to be successfully read.
Description
This device acts as a DALI luminaire, translating DALI arc levels into 0-10V signals. It features a removable 12-way terminal block for easy wiring and is rated for 250VAC. It can sink or source up to 50mA of current on the 0-10V line, supporting approximately 25 to 50 devices depending on their current requirements.
Installation and Wiring
DC Supply: The converter requires a 24VDC (>100mA) power source. Connect this to the terminals marked 'DC IN + & -'. The device is not polarity sensitive. The 'DC OK' LED will illuminate when power is present.
0-10V Connection: Connect the 0-10V output to the 0-10V input of your devices. Note that 0-10V is polarity sensitive. An internal relay is provided to disconnect power to 0-10V devices when an 'off' command is received, which is useful if the devices do not dim to off via the signal alone.
DALI Connection: Connect DALI line wires to the screw terminals at the bottom right. DALI is not polarity sensitive. The DALI standard requires a minimum cable diameter of 1mm sq.
Configuration and Operation
Dimming Curves: The device supports both linear and logarithmic dimming curves. The default is linear. You can select the curve using Type 5 command 229 (0 for logarithmic, 1 for linear).
1-10V Mode: The converter can be set to 1-10V mode using command 224. To revert to 0-10V mode, use command 225.
Fade Time: Fade times can be configured based on DALI standards. If a fade time of 0 is selected, the device uses an extended fade rate calculated via a specific multiplier.
Type 5 Commands
The device follows standard Type 5 commands. Key commands include:
- 224: Set output range to 1-10V
- 225: Set output range to 0-10V
- 228: Store DTR as physical minimum
- 229: Select dimming curve
- 230: Reset converter settings
- 272: Enable Device Type 5 (Required before every Type 5 command)
Technical Specifications
The internal relay has the following ratings:
- Contact form: SPDT
- Max switching voltage: 250 VAC, 24 VDC
- Max switching current: 16 A (NO), 5 A (NC)
- Max switching power: 4,000 VA (NO), 1,250 VA (NC)
Practical help
Common problems
DALI commands are not being accepted.
Ensure you are sending the 'Enable Device Type 5' command (272) immediately before every Type 5 command, within a 100ms window.
0-10V devices do not turn off completely.
Use the internal relay to disconnect power to the 0-10V devices when an off command is received.
Device not powering on.
Verify that a 24VDC (>100mA) power supply is connected to the 'DC IN' terminals and the 'DC OK' LED is illuminated.
Before use
- Ensure a 24VDC (>100mA) power supply is available.
- Verify DALI line cable diameter is at least 1mm sq.
- Check if your 0-10V devices require relay power disconnection.
- Confirm the DALI line is connected to the bottom right terminals.
Images and diagrams
- The wiring diagram illustrates the connection of the 24VDC power supply, the DALI line, and the 0-10V output to LED drivers, including the optional relay wiring for power disconnection.
Model compatibility
- Supports DALI broadcast, addressing, and groups.
- Compatible with both 0-10V and 1-10V dimming modes.
- Supports linear and logarithmic dimming curves.
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