Acclaim Lighting XTR Driver User manual

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User guide

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ......................................................2
Welcome 2
Safety, maintenance and cleaning 2
Supplied items 3
Optional accessories 3
INSTALLATION.........................................................4
Mounting 4
Spacing 4
Control input connections 5
Control input behaviors 7
Fixture limits 8
Output feeds 9
Run lengths 10
Important cabling considerations 10
Output tails 11
Output fuses 12
Power input(s) 13
Powering on and off 14
OPERATION ........................................................... 15
Using the menu 15
Front panel indicators 16
FURTHER INFORMATION ......................................17
Specifications 17
Dimensions 18
Limited product warranty 20

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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME
Welcome to the XTR 4000 and 8000 Drivers from Acclaim Lighting. These specialized driver
modules allow continuous runs (up to 700’/213m) of high intensity linear LED fixtures to
be installed. Control formats such as DMX512/RDM, DALI or 0-10V/1-10V are supported. All
connected linear LED fixtures must conform to the Acclaim Lighting XTR Link standard.
SAFETY
•Ensure that the power input is supplied from a correctly fused, earthed and
environmentally protected location.
•Ensure that the power input is supplied from an environmentally protected location, is
correctly fused and has a valid protective earth that is tied to true earth.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always isolate mains power before starting maintenance operations.
•Ensure that all mounting (and device) screws/bolts are fully tight and free of corrosion.
•Ensure there is no deformation to the housing, lenses or fixing points.
•Check that all power supply cables are free from physical damage or material fatigue.
•Use only genuine spare parts supplied by Acclaim Lighting.
CLEANING
•Use a moist, lint-free cloth when cleaning each fixture.
•Never use alcohol or solvents.
WARNING - HIGH VOLTAGE
This device produces high voltage outputs (up to 400VDC) which
could cause severe personal injury or death if misused:
• Always isolate power before connecting or disconnecting links.
•Installation to be carried out by certied electricians only.
•Use only approved cables and connectors.
•Check all connections are correctly made before energizing.
• Do not open the driver enclosure, even when isolated.
HIGH VOLTAGE
SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

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SUPPLIED ITEMS
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Feed cables (incl terminator end cap)
10’ (3m) [XTRFC10]
50’ (15m) [XTRFC50]
100’ (30m) [XTRFC100]
Terminator end cap
[XTREC]
Link cables
6” (15cm) [XTRLC0.5]
1’ (30cm) [XTRLC1]
5’ (1.5m) [XTRLC5]
10’ (3m) [XTRLC10]
50’ (15m) [XTRLC50]
100’ (30m) [XTRLC100]
XTR Driver 4000
plus 2x output tails (19’/6m)
XTR Driver 8000
plus 4x output tails (19’/6m)
2x 4x

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INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
Each XTR Driver must be mounted vertically on a secure mounting surface in the correct
orientation within a dry atmosphere with low ambient temperature (see 17). See pages
18 and 19 for sizing and spacing dimensions for the four mounting cutouts.
SPACING
Each XTR Driver produces heat when in operation, which is dissipated by internal fans via
the top and side vents. It is important to allow sufficient spacing on each side and above the
driver to allow free flow of air. Please see below.
Note: Allow sufficient space underneath each XTR Driver to easily access the output fuses.
Power in, feed outputs
and output fuses

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CONTROL INPUT CONNECTIONS
The fixtures connected to each XTR Driver can be controlled by any of four external signal
types: DMX, DALI, 1-10V or 0-10V. DMX allows multiple channels to be addressed, whereas
DALI, 0-10V and 1-10V control a single channel to which all connected fixtures will respond
equally (see page 7).
DMX/RDM
A DMX IN port as well as a DMX THRU port (for
optionally linking to other controllers). Each uses a
3-pin terminal block (supplied). See below for useful
DMX tips. Connect your DMX cables to the terminal
blocks as shown here:
Insert the terminal block into the DMX/RDM IN socket
and ensure that it fully clicks into place. Repeat for the
DMX/RDM THRU if the control signal needs to be fed
to another device.
Ground DMX- D
MX+
DMX CABLE RECOMMENDATIONS
•Indoor exposed or inside conduit above grade: Belden 9842
•Indoor plenum: Belden 82842
•Outdoor exposed, direct burial, or inside conduit below grade: Belden 3107DB
Note: Acclaim Lighting can also approve equivalent cable options

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DALI
Each XTR Driver has two DALI ports (In and Thru) that use
2-pin terminal blocks (supplied). For best results always
use mains rated cables with 600V isolation and core with
at least 1mm cross section. DALI signals are not polarity
dependent and so can be connected either way round:
Data Data
Insert the terminal block into either DALI
socket and ensure that it fully clicks into
place.
0-10V AND 1-10V
Each XTR Driver has two 0-10V / 1-10V control ports
providing an input and thru output in either direction. Both
ports use a 2-pin terminal block (supplied). Current sink and
source inputs are supported at either port - see page 7.
For best results use shielded cables and connect as follows:
Insert the terminal block into either
0-10V/1-10V socket and ensure that it fully
clicks into place.
Optionally connect a
link to the next DALI-
controlled device using
the other socket.
Optionally connect a
link to the next analog-
controlled device using
the other socket.

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CONTROL INPUT BEHAVIORS
All XTR-compatible fixtures use solely DMX as their native control method. If DALI or
0-10V/1-10V control inputs are applied to the XTR Driver then their single dimming value
will be internally converted into an equivalent value across all 512 DMX channels and
duplicated across all of the output feeds: two outputs on the 4000 model and four outputs
on the 8000 model.
[Fixtures with white emitters only] If no control protocol is present, white light fixtures will
default to full on.
Once power has been applied, you need to use the front panel menu to choose the control
input method being used: DMX, DALI, 0-10V (source) or 1-10V (sink). See page 15 for
details.
XTR FIXTURE ADDRESSING
RDM signals are passed transparently across all XTR Driver ports so that individual fixtures
can be uniquely addressed. Various third party DMX/RDM tools are available; Acclaim Lighting
recommends the XMT-350. Please refer to the user guide(s) of your particular XTR fixtures (and
RDM tool) for further details about RDM addressing.
DMX/RDM
When a DMX input is applied to the XTR Driver, it is duplicated across all of the fixtures on all
of the output feeds. Multichannel XTR fixtures can be fully controlled.
DALI
When a DALI input is applied to the XTR Driver, it must use broadcast mode so that one
channel controls all fixtures equally. Therefore only single channel XTR fixtures can be used.
0-10V / 1-10V
When a 0-10V (source) or 1-10V (sink) input is applied to the XTR Driver, it will control all
fixtures equally. Therefore only single channel XTR fixtures can be used.
0-10V (AND 1-10V): CURRENT SOURCE AND CURRENT SINK
There are two arrangements of 0-10V analog control: current source (labeled on the XTR
Driver as 0-10V) and current sink (labeled on the XTR Driver as 1-10V). Current source was
commonly used for theatrical dimming prior to the advent of digital techniques, such as
DMX. Current sink is most often used in architectural/commercial settings. The primary
difference between the two schemes lies with where the control voltage is generated:
•current source (0-10V) requires the controlling device to provide (source) the control
voltage,
•current sink (1-10V) mandates that the controlled fixture (ie the XTR Driver) must
provide the voltage.
The XTR Driver can accept either current source (0-10V) or current sink (1-10V) inputs.

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FIXTURE LIMITS
The total number of fixtures that can be driven and uniquely addressed by a single XTR Driver
(in DMX mode) is determined by the power requirements for each fixture together with their
emitter types and control modes. Different types of XTR Linear fixtures can easily be mixed
within a single run. Please refer to the user guide of each XTR fixture for further details.
CONTROL INPUT CONSIDERATIONS
The single DMX universe input is duplicated across all outputs, meaning there are a total of
512 unique addresses available within each XTR Driver. The maximum number of fixtures
that can be uniquely addressed by each XTR Driver is determined by the length, emitter
type and operation mode of each linear fixture. This could vary from a single channel for
a 1’ (305mm) linear fixture with white emitters to 16 channels for a 4’(1220mm) fixture
with RGBW emitters, operating in 4 Group mode. This produces a corresponding range
of uniquely controlled fixtures from 512 to 32 respectively. Additionally, any grouping of
fixtures can be set to the same control addresses, as required.
POWER OUTPUT CONSIDERATIONS
Independently of control considerations, the maximum number of fixtures that can actually
be driven by each XTR Driver is determined by the collective power requirements for the
fixtures. Each pair of XTR Driver output ports (XTR Driver 4000: one pair, XTR Driver 8000:
two pairs) can supply a maximum current of 10.5A between them (3.9kW). For instance, 700’
(213m) of Linear XTR EO fixtures (5W per foot) can be driven from a single pair of outputs (all
from one output or shared between the pair); whereas a run of Linear XTR SO fixtures (12W
per foot) would face a limit of 300’(91m) across a pair of outputs.

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OUTPUT FEEDS
XTR Drivers provide either two (XTR Driver 4000) or four (XTR Driver 8000) output ports for
connection to daisy-chains of XTR-compatible fixtures. Each output port combines power
and DMX control signals within the same multi-cored cables.
To support such long daisy-chains of many fixtures, XTR Drivers create and output a special
high voltage direct current feed. This high voltage means that extra care must be taken
when installing and using XTR devices.
FEED CONNECTIONS
Special IP67-rated connectors
and sealed cables are used
throughout to ensure quick and
reliable links.
Always follow these steps when using XTR cabling:
•Ensure that the XTR Driver is isolated from the mains supply.
•At each connection, release the cover caps from both the socket and plug.
•Align the orientation marks of the socket and plug - and then push them together so that
the blue lock ring clicks fully into place.
•As each connection is made, ensure that the connector is fully locked onto the socket.
•Any unused output ports on the XTR Driver must have their cover cap securely
xed in place.
•At the nal xture in a daisy-chain run, install an XTR End Cap (see page 3) to
seal o the power bus and also correctly terminate the DMX control feed.
•Wherever possible, make the connection to the XTR Driver as the final link.
•To release a connection, ensure that the XTR Driver is isolated, then twist the blue lock
ring of the plug counter-clockwise to release the connection.
Cover
cap
Blue lock ring
with orientation
mark
Output socket
with white
orientation mark
WARNING - HIGH VOLTAGE
This device produces high voltage outputs (up to 400VDC) which
could cause severe personal injury or death if misused:
• Always isolate power before connecting or disconnecting links.
•Installation to be carried out by certied electricians only.
•Use only approved cables and connectors.
•Check all connections are correctly made before energizing.
• Do not open the driver enclosure, even when isolated.
HIGH VOLTAGE

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Schedule 40
1.5” conduit
XTR cabling
IMPORTANT CABLING CONSIDERATIONS
During installation, protection of the XTR cabling must always be
fully considered:
•Wherever possible, cable runs should be positioned to make
them beyond normal reach within any installation.
•For long cable runs, external runs and in areas where public
contact and/or accidental damage is possible, the XTR cabling
should be contained within protective conduit. Minimum spec:
Schedule 40, 1.5” (ID: Ø1.61”, OD: Ø1.74”).
•Additional power cabling: Where power feeds require the use of
non-XTR cabling, the power cores should be 14 AWG minimum.
•Additional DMX control cabling: For initial control runs leading
to the XTR Driver, these are recommended:
•Indoor exposed or inside conduit above grade: Belden 9842
•Indoor plenum: Belden 82842
•Outdoor exposed, direct burial, or inside conduit below grade:
Belden 3107DB
•Please consult and adhere to all relevant local codes.
RUN LENGTHS
As discussed in “Power output considerations” on page 8, the maximum number of
fixtures that can actually be driven by each XTR Driver is determined by the collective power
requirements for the connected fixtures. Further details can be found within the user guides
for the XTR fixtures being used.
In addition to remaining within the maximum permitted length of fixtures in a single run (or
dual runs across a shared pair of XTR Driver outputs), further consideration must be given
to the overall length of the whole installation, ie the total length fixtures in the run plus all
their additional feed and link cabling. For an XTR Driver, a single run (or dual runs across a
shared pair of XTR Driver outputs):
•The overall maximum run length (fixtures plus all extra cabling) must not exceed 800’
(243m).
IMPORTANT: Ensure the voltage drop across the entire run does not exceed 9%.

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OUTPUT TAILS
The supplied output tails are used when connections to non-XTR cables need to be made
from the XTR Driver. The color designations of the output tails (and also the optional feed
cables) are as follows:
XTR output tails and
optional XTR feed cables
both use these colors for
their internal wires:
Control cores: 24 AWG / 0.25mm2
Power cores: 14 AWG / 2.5mm2
IMPORTANT: Ensure that
power earth and DMX GND
are both tied to true earth.

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OUTPUT FUSES
Each XTR Driver output has an
adjacent protective fuse.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to
remove the fuse while the XTR
Driver is powered on. Always
isolate power fully before
changing a fuse.
Fuse: 10mm x 38mm
12A ceramic
WARNING - HIGH VOLTAGE
This device produces high voltage outputs (up to 400VDC) which
could cause severe personal injury or death if misused:
• Always isolate power before connecting or disconnecting links.
•Installation to be carried out by certied electricians only.
•Use only approved cables and connectors.
•Check all connections are correctly made before energizing.
• Do not open the driver enclosure, even when isolated.
HIGH VOLTAGE

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POWER INPUT(S)
•XTR Driver 4000 models require a single 220-277VAC supply, up to 20A.
•XTR Driver 8000 models require dual 220-277VAC supplies, up to 20A each.
•Power inputs should be supplied via suitable protective breakers.
Conduit xing with
½“ NPT thread
6’ (1.85m) supply cable
with 0.59” (15mm) outer
diameter
3x 12AWG (3.31mm2)
wires terminated
with ferrules

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POWERING ON AND OFF
•On XTR Driver 4000 models, both output ports are controlled by the single breaker on the
front panel.
•On XTR Driver 8000 models, the left hand two output ports are controlled by breaker A
and the right hand two outputs are controlled by breaker B.
TO POWER ON
1 Check that all connections have been made correctly (see page 9) and all fixtures
within the daisy-chain(s) are ready to be powered.
2 Enable any external feed breakers on
the power supply side.
3 Raise the breaker on XTR Driver front
panel to the ON position.
The outputs will be energized and the
internal cooling fans will start.
4 On XTR Driver 8000 models, repeat
step 3 for the second pair of feed
outputs, if necessary.
TO POWER OFF
1 Wherever possible, fade the fixtures to zero for a short period to reduce the power draw
on the driver circuitry.
2 Click the front panel breaker to the OFF position.
The cooling fans will continue for a short period to ensure the power components are
sufficiently cooled and the affected output ports will fade down to zero.
3 On XTR Driver 8000 models, repeat step 1 for the second pair of feed outputs, if necessary.
WARNING - HIGH VOLTAGE
This device produces high voltage outputs (up to 400VDC) which
could cause severe personal injury or death if misused:
• Always isolate power before connecting or disconnecting links.
•Installation to be carried out by certied electricians only.
•Use only approved cables and connectors.
•Check all connections are correctly made before energizing.
• Do not open the driver enclosure, even when isolated.
HIGH VOLTAGE

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OPERATION
Once power has been applied (see page 14) you need
to ensure that the control type shown on the XTR Driver
menu matches the control input method being used:
DMX, DALI, 0-10V (source) or 1-10V (sink). This is done using
the front panel menu.
USING THE MENU
Use the three control buttons to choose the required
control method. The display has a backlight timeout and
will go dark roughly 30 seconds after the last button press
- tap any key to restore.
TO CHOOSE A CONTROL METHOD
1 Press the OK button to enter the menu. A
flashing character will be shown.
2 Use the UP and DOWN buttons to step
through the control options.
3 When the required control method is displayed,
press the OK button to fix it and exit the menu.
The chosen method will be retained.
Note: The final option (Updata) is for internal use
only when firmware updates need to be applied.

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FRONT PANEL INDICATORS
The four front panel indicators provide useful status information.
DALI Flashing Signal OK
Off No signal
DMX Flashing DMX mode enabled
0-10V/1-10V Flashing Analog mode enabled
POWER On Power enabled

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FURTHER INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
Power input(s) 200-277VAC, 50/60Hz
(XTR Driver 8000 model requires dual inputs)
Control inputs DMX/RDM, DALI, 0-10V (source) or 1-10V (sink)
via individual screw terminal connectors
Outputs 4000: 1 x 3.9kW, 380VDC (10.5A maximum) + DMX/RDM
(shared between two output ports)
8000: 2 x 3.9kW, 380VDC (10.5A maximum) + DMX/RDM
(each shared between two output ports; four in total)
via multipin IP67-rated XTR connectors
Ingress protection IP20, dry location
Impact protection IK02, protection against 0.2 joule impact
Operating temperature -14oF to 131oF (-10oC to 55oC)
Weight 4000: 21 lbs (9.52 kg)
8000: 42 lbs (19.0 kg)
Certifications
Release 1.0c

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XTR DRIVER 4000
DIMENSIONS