Lighting Design Guide

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Control4 8-Channel Dimmer
Control4 8-Channel Dimmer
(C4-DIN-8DIM-E)
The Control4® 8-Channel Dimmer controls up to eight loads
from one module in the Control4 system. With adaptive phase
dimming technology, the 8-Channel Dimmer automatically
detects the load type on each channel and sets the appropriate
dimming mode for each load.
Product features
• 110V to 277V operation.
• IP controlled.
• Each channel can be set to dierent dimming modes,
including Switch Mode, Forward Phase Mode, Reverse Phase
Mode, Autodetect Mode, or Switched Mode.
• Each channel supports a variety of load types, including
incandescent, halogen, electronic low voltage (solid state)
transformers, magnetic (iron core) low voltage transformers,
fluorescents, compact fluorescents, LEDs, and motors.
• Channel buttons allow for toggling on/o or ramping up/down
a load.
• Can be configured to control small, non-dimmable loads such
as LEDs, CFLs, and bath exhaust fans.
• Channel status LEDs indicate whether a load is on, o, or in
short circuit fault.
• Module override button allows toggling between the module
override scene and all channels o or setting the module
override scene to current channel levels.
• Module status LED indicates if module power is on with
normal operation, o, or in thermal overload.
• Link/Activity LED indicates system link status, communication
activity, or firmware update status.
• Auxiliary override connection allows a standard line-voltage
toggle switch to control the attached lights before the control
system is installed or in case the controller malfunctions.
Included
• 8-Channel Dimmer
• 8-Channel Dimmer Installation Guide
• 8-Channel Dimmer Wiring Guide
• 8-Channel Dimmer Operation and Configuration Guide
Installation notes
• In the US and Canada, modules must be installed in a Control4
2-Slot or 5-Slot panel to meet regulatory requirements.
Outside of the US and Canada, modules may be installed in
either a Control4 panel, an o-the-shelf DIN rail panel, or a
custom DIN rail enclosure per local regulatory requirements.
• If using a Control4 panel, install the Terminal Block for
the 8-Channel Dimmer (C4-DIN-TB-8DIM) following the
instructions in the Terminal Block Installation Guide and in the
location defined by the Composer Pro Panel Reports. Terminal
block installation should be done prior to rough-in so that the
electrician can terminate wires during the rough-in.
• Module must be installed in a climate-controlled area to
prevent overheating.
• Module should be installed where some noise is acceptable, as
the module makes clicking noises during operation.
• When using two separate line inputs, both line inputs must be
on the same electrical phase.
• If only 1 line input is being used, the jumper from Line 1 Input
to Line 2 Input must be installed or channels 5-8 will not
operate.
• When first installed, all channels are set to switch mode only.
If dimming is required prior to configuration in a Control4
project, the dimming mode can be set using the buttons
on the front of the module. Refer to the 8-Channel Dimmer
Operation and Configuration Guide for instructions. After
the module has been identified into a Control4 project, only
Composer can be used to set the dimming mode because the
configuration from the module buttons will be locked out.
• If loads are swapped on a module after the autodetection has
occurred, a new autodetect must be forced on all aected
channels (either from the buttons on the front of the module
or via Composer) to ensure proper operation and prevent
damage to the Dimmer and the load.
For full installation instructions and warnings, see the 8-Channel
Dimmer Installation Guide, 8-Channel Dimmer Wiring Guide, and
8-Channel Dimmer Operation and Configuration Guide.