ETC Echo User manual

ETC Installation Guide
Echo Preset Station
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Overview
Echo Preset Stations activate built-in
presets in compatible power control
products.
Station faceplates and buttons are
available in cream, ivory, gray, black,
and signal white. Preset stations are
provided with station electronics,
buttons, faceplate, a termination kit,
and installation hardware.
This document guides you through the installation and local configuration of
the Preset Station. Advanced (custom) functionality is available using
EchoAccess.
Custom Configuration
For information about the custom configuration options available for the
Preset Station using EchoAccess, reference the EchoAccess Mobile App
integrated help system. User documentation is available for download on our
website etcconnect.com.
Note: To use the configuration settings applied using EchoAccess,
DIP switch 2 must be enabled. Reference Rotary and DIP Switches on
the next page.

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Prepare for Installation
Preset Stations ship with a termination kit for use with Belden 8471 (or
equivalent wire) and contains a power pigtail, a ground wire pigtail,
receptacle spacers, and all required wire termination connectors for
installation.
The station installs into an industry standard single-gang back box (RACO
690 or equivalent - provided by others) or an optional surface mount back
box (part number 7081A2004-1) sold separately and available from ETC.
Preset Stations connect to the EchoConnect communication bus.
EchoConnect is a bi-directional protocol that uses one pair of wires (data+
and data-) for both data and power. ETC recommends using Belden 8471
Class 2 wire (or approved equal – see the ETC cable cross database
etcconnect.com/Support/Cable-Cross-Database for equal alternatives). The
total combined length of an EchoConnect wire run using Belden 8471 may
not exceed 500m (1,640ft), with a maximum distance of 400m(1,312ft)
between any two devices.
Note: All control wiring should be installed and terminated by a
qualified installer and should follow standard wiring installation
practices. Leave approximately 25.4cm (10in) of wiring in the back
box for connection and to allow slack for future service needs.
Note: ETC requires that all stations and devices be grounded for
ESDprotection. Pull an additional 2.5 mm2(14AWG) wire for
grounding when control wires are not installed in grounded metal
conduit.
Environmental
For indoor installation only; 0°C–50°C (32°F–122°F), 5-95% non-condensing
humidity.
Rotary and DIP Switches
Address &
Space
DIP
switches
Rotary and DIP switch settings are accessible on the
back side of the station.
Set Space and Address
The Preset Station participates in an Echo system using
the configured Space and Address, which are
selectable using the two rotary switches on the back
of the station. Each station must be set to a unique
station address for the assigned space.
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By default, these switches are set to Address 1 and Space 1. Station
commands are shared by all devices within an assigned space.
1. Set the Space rotary switch to the desired number (1 through 16) for the
space you want the station to provide lockout.
2. Set the Address rotary switch to the desired address (1 through 16) for
the station identification in the assigned Space.
CAUTION: Each device on the bus must have its address set to a
unique number (1 through 16) for the space it controls. If two or
more devices use the same address for the same space, the
system will not function properly.
DIP Switch Settings
Functionality is set using DIP switches located just beneath the rotary
switches. The label on the rear of the station identifies these components and
functions.
Switch # Use
1Use Off - When this is set to Off, the “Off” function of the station
is not provided.
2Custom Config - When set to On, custom configuration settings
are applied using EchoAccess. The default position is Off.
3Disable IR Input - When On, the infrared input will be disabled.
4
Fade Time Disable - Applies a 0 second fade time to all station
actions for non-dim switched mode behavior (when dimming
features are not wanted).
5 Future development
6 Future development
7 Future development
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Restore to Defaults at Boot - Setting this DIP switch On, then
cycling power to the station restores the station to factory
defaults. Reset the switch Off after power cycle.
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Installation
Installation should follow all local codes and standard electrical practices. The
back box should be installed level and square for best results. Ensure that the
back box is clean and free of obstructions.
Note: NEC Class 2 product to be wired in accordance to NEC Article
725 and local jurisdiction requirements.
Note: When using Category 5 (or equivalent) cable on the
EchoConnect communication bus, please note the following:
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Cat5 wiring must be terminated using EchoConnect Cat5
Termination Kit and must be installed using a bus topology.
Refer to the installation guide that is provided with the Cat5
Termination Kit (7186A1207) for information to terminate Cat5
wiring.
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Not all topologies are supported using Cat5; careful planning is
required to ensure the proper termination kits are available and
the wire is pulled appropriately.
Connect Wiring
1. Pull all required wiring (data+, data-) and an additional 2.5mm2
(14AWG) ESDground wire into the back box.
Note: A ground connection is required between every station and
back box, even when installed with grounded metal conduit.
2. Connect station ESD ground wire pigtail.
a. Strip 11mm (7/16in) of insulation from the ends of the station
ground wire pigtail provided in the termination kit and from the
incoming ground wire.
b. Use one WAGO 221 Series LEVER-NUTS®provided in the termination
kit to connect the station ESD ground pigtail and the incoming
ground. For stations using grounded metal conduit, connect the
ground pigtail to the metal back box ground location.
c. Install the ESD ground wire pigtail FASTON connector to the mating
receptacle on the station electronics.
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3. Terminate EchoConnect wires. EchoConnect is topology free; you may
install the wires in any combination of bus, star, loop, or home-run.
a. Strip 11mm (7/16in) from the ends of each power pigtail wire
provided in the termination kit and from the installed control wires.
b. Use the WAGO connectors provided to connect the power pigtail
wires and the installed Belden 8471 control wires. One WAGO should
be used for the white wire pair (data +) and one for the black wire pair
(data -). Open the terminal levers on the WAGO connector and insert
the installed Belden 8471 wire and the lead from the power pigtail
into the terminals then close the levers.
c. Install the two pin connector from the power pigtail to the mating
receptacle on the station electronics.
Install the Station in the Back box
Note: For some flush mount applications with certain trim rings it
may be necessary to remove the station’s back cover for insertion into
the back box.
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1. Insert the station electronics and
wiring into the back box. The
arrow on the mounting plate must
be directed up.
2. Use receptacle spacers as needed
to provide a flush mounted
station.
a. Fold a spacer in a zig-zag
fashion and press them
together to achieve the
required thickness to fill the
gap between the station, wall surface, and the back box.
b. Cut off and discard the excess.
c. Place the stack between the station electronics and the flush mounted
back box.
3. Secure the station with two screws. If using spacers, insert the screws
through the spacers as well.
Note: Over tightening of the mounting screws may result in poor
button activation.
4. Install the button caps (included with the faceplate kit) so that the clear
light tunnels protrude through the caps.
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Install the Faceplate
The faceplate is secured to the station with two magnets that are located on
the bottom edge of the faceplate.
1. Align the top of the faceplate
approximately 20 degrees to the
station.
2. Hook the top of the faceplate on the
tabs located on the top of the station
electronics assembly. To ensure the
faceplate is hooked properly on the
top hook, wiggle it slightly side to side
while the bottom is angled 20 degrees
from the wall.
3. Swing the bottom of the faceplate down until the magnets engage.
4. If the faceplate does not fully attach, wiggle the bottom of the plate until
the magnets are seated properly to the station and the faceplate is
secure.
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Settings
Settings for Basic config mode (DIP switch 2 set to Off) can be modified
locally, including changing which presets are assigned to the station,
changing the button LED color, and preset recording at the station.
Assign Presets
Stations default to controlling Presets 1 through 5. Any station can be set to
control any consecutively numbered block of presets. For example: a 5-button
station can control Presets 1 through 5, 3 through 7, 14 through 18, and so
on.
EchoConnect bus power must be connected to the station to assign the
presets.
MODE button
1. Press and hold the station [MODE] button for
three seconds. The LED beneath the [MODE]
button will illuminate.
2. Press the first preset button on the station a
number of times equal to the first preset you
want the station to control.
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For example: press six times to associate the
station with Presets 6 through 10 (5-button
station) or 6 through 15 (10-button station).
The first preset button will respond by flashing
to indicate the first preset number. The number
of flashes equals the station’s starting preset
number.
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After 90 seconds of inactivity, the MODE status will timeout and any
changes are cancelled.
a. While in this mode, button presses are cumulative. If you need to
increase the desired number, press the first preset button additional
times.
b. If you have added too many, wait for the 90 second timeout to cancel
the changes and then repeat this procedure.
3. Press and release the [MODE] button to save the setting.
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Change Button LED Color
Stations default to illuminating preset buttons in green. To change the color
of the LEDs at the station, follow this procedure:
1. Press and hold the [MODE] button for five seconds. The LED beneath the
[MODE] button illuminates and all of the preset buttons display in their
current configured color.
2. Press the first preset button to cycle through the available colors until the
desired color is shown.
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After 90 seconds of inactivity, the MODE status will timeout and any
changes are cancelled.
3. Press and release the [MODE] button to save the setting. The station
preset buttons show their new selected color.
Preset Record
To record a preset to a button on the Preset Station:
1. Set the desired lighting look in the space.
2. Press and hold the preset button for three seconds. The preset is
recorded to the selected button. The button LED flashes four times to
confirm the record action.
Service
If you have any difficulties installing your system or with system startup
please, contact ETC Technical Services at the office nearest you. ETC contact
information is located at the bottom of page 1 .
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