ETC ArcSystem Pro D4 Series User manual

ArcSystem Pro D4 Series Drivers
Installation Guide
Part Number: 7490M2170 Rev: C
Released: 2020-12

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents i
Introduction 1
Document Conventions 1
Help from ETC Technical Services 2
Safety 3
System Overview 4
D1 Series, D2 Series, and D4 Series Drivers 5
TX1 Transmitter 6
ArcMesh 7
ArcMesh Specifications 8
Emergency System Overview 8
Before You Begin Installation 10
Power Disconnect Device 10
Site Survey for Wireless Installations 10
Installation Requirements 10
D4 ConstantVoltage Drivers and Voltage Drop 11
One-Cell Luminaire Installation 12
Preparing the Ceiling for Recessed Luminaires 12
Installing One-Cell Recessed Luminaires 14
Installing One-Cell Yoke-Mounted Luminaires 14
D4 Series Wall-Mount Driver Installation 15
Electrical and Wiring Specification 15
Wire and Terminal Specifications 16
Prepare for Wall-Mount Installation 17
Wall-Mounting Supplies 17
Wall-Mount the Driver 17

Terminate Wiring 18
Wall-Mount Driver Wiring Overview 18
Power Input Wiring 20
Output Wiring 22
DMX In and DMX Thru 23
D4 Driver 150 Current Configuration 26
D4 Series Rack-Mount Driver Installation 27
Electrical and Wiring Specification 27
Prepare for Rack-Mount Installation 27
Rack-Mounting Safety 28
Terminate Wiring 28
Power Input Wiring 29
Output Wiring to Fixture 29
Bridging Output Channels 29
DMX In and DMX Thru 30
Emergency System One-Cell Installation 31
Emergency Driver Power Input Wiring 31
Wall-Mount Emergency Drivers 32
Wall-Mount Emergency Driver Installation 34
Rack-Mount Emergency Drivers 38
D4 Emergency Driver 150 Current Configuration 40
Final Installation and Operation 41
Power Up Procedure 41
Updating the Luminaire Firmware 41
Wireless ArcMesh Luminaires 41
RDM Luminaires 41
Commissioning a Wireless ArcSystem 42
DMX System Control 42
RDM Values 43
Maintenance 45
Emergency Operation and Test 46
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Troubleshooting 47
LED Indicators 47
Overload Protection 48
Bridge D4 Series Constant Voltage Driver Output
Channels 49
Voltage Drop 51
Wall-Mount Bridging Kits 51
Rack-Mount Bridging Kits 51
Output Channel Control Switches 52
Example Bridge Configurations 55
Bridging Procedure 58
Compliance 59
FCCCompliance 59
EUDeclaration of Conformity 59
Table of Contents iii

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Introduction 1
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of ArcSystem products. ArcSystem is a family of overhead LED
products designed for installations where dimming, light quality, and ease of installation are
absolutely essential. With ArcSystem, you will experience perfectly smooth dimming from 100%
down to absolute zero. ArcSystem luminaires come in a variety of form factors, beam angles,
and color-temperature options, all with high-efficiency optics and an outstanding quality of light
ideal for any application.
ArcSystem products with ArcMesh can be controlled using wired DMX or the wireless ArcMesh
protocol. ArcSystem products without ArcMesh can be configured for RDMcontrol. This manual
provides step by step instruction on the installation of ArcSystem Pro One-Cell luminaires, D4
Series Drivers, and full system integration. For information on installing ArcSystem Pro D1 and
D2 Series Drivers, see the ArcSystem D1 and D2 Series Drivers Installation Guide at
etcconnect.com/ArcSystem. For information on ArcSystem Pro Multi-Cell luminaires, see the
ArcSystem Pro Installation Manual and the ArcSystem Pro Multi-Cell RDMInstallation Guide at
etcconnect.com/ArcSystem.
All ETCmanuals are available for download free of charge at etcconnect.com.
Document Conventions
This document uses the following conventions to draw your attention to important information.
Note: Notes are helpful hints and information that is supplemental to the main text.
CAUTION: A Caution statement indicates situations where there may be
undefined or unwanted consequences of an action, potential for data loss or
an equipment problem.
WARNING: A Warning statement indicates situations where damage may
occur, people may be harmed, or there are serious or dangerous
consequences of an action.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! This warning statement indicates
situations where there is a risk of electric shock.
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Help from ETC Technical Services
If you are having difficulties and your problem is not addressed by this document, try the ETC
support website at support.etcconnect.com or the main ETC website at etcconnect.com. If none
of these resources are sufficient, contact ETC Technical Services directly at one of the offices
identified below. Emergency service is available from all ETC offices outside of normal business
hours.
When calling for help, take these steps first:
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Prepare a detailed description of the problem
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Go near the equipment for troubleshooting
•
Find your notification number if you have called in previously
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Introduction 3
Safety
ArcSystem products are intended for professional use only. Read the entire manual before
using this equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed
including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not use outdoors.
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Do not let power supply cords touch hot surfaces.
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Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
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Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be
subjected to tampering by unauthorized personnel.
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The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an
unsafe condition.
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Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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System Overview
ArcSystem Pro One-Cell luminaires require an external driver.
Models are available to meet your installation requirements. This guide covers the products
listed below.
ArcSystem Pro One-Cell
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external D1 Series or D4 Series driver
required
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ideal for short/medium throw
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25 W full load power consumption
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fixed version recessed/flush mount only
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adjustable version recessed/flush mount
with two-axis tip and tilt
•
yoke-mount version with single-axis tilt
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beam angle options: 18°, 30°, 50°
ArcSystem Pro One-Cell Small
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external D1 Series or D4 Series driver
required
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ideal for short/medium throw
•
25 W full load power consumption
•
adjustable version recessed/flush mount with
single-axis tilt
•
yoke-mount version with single-axis tilt
•
beam angle options: 19°, 24°, 37°, 60°
ArcSystem Pro One-Cell High Output
•
external D1 HO driver required
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ideal for long throw
•
100 W full load power consumption
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fixed version recessed/flush mount only
•
adjustable version recessed/flush mount
with two-axis tip and tilt
•
yoke-mount version with single-axis tilt
•
beam angle options: 18°, 30°, 50°
ArcSystem Pro One-Cell Micro
•
external D2 driver required
•
ideal for short/medium throw
•
20 W full load power consumption
•
adjustable version recessed/flush mount with
two-axis tip and tilt
•
yoke-mount version with single-axis tilt
•
beam angle options: 19°, 24°, 37°, 60°
Note: The ArcSystem Pro One-Cell Micro is not available in 5000 K or Fade to Warm
variants. The ArcSystem Pro One-Cell High Output is not available in 3500K, 4000K,
5000K, or Fade to Warm variants.
ArcSystem Pro multi-cell luminaires are covered in the ArcSystem Pro Multi-Cell
RDMInstallation Guide and ArcSystem Pro Installation Manual . All ETCmanuals are available
for download free of charge at etcconnect.com.