ETC F-Drive W1 Series User manual

F-Drive Series W1
Installation Manual
Part Number: 7148M2110 Rev: A
Released: 2020-06

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents 3
Introduction 1
Document Conventions 1
Help from ETC Technical Services 2
Safety 3
IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS 3
Chapter 1 Overview 4
Features 4
W1 Models 5
Emergency System Overview 6
W1 Emergency Functionality 6
Before You Begin Installation 8
Installation Requirements 8
Power Disconnect Device 8
Chapter 2 W1 Installation 9
Prepare to Install the W1 9
Parts and Tools 9
Mounting Straps 10
Electrical and Wiring Specifications 11
Install the W1 12
Wall-Mount the W1 Driver 12
Connect the Power Input 13
DMXIn and Thru Connections 15
Terminate DMXIn and DMXThru 17
Terminate Outputs 17
Chapter 3 W1 Emergency Driver Installation 20
Wire a W1 Emergency Driver 20
Connect the Sense Input 22
Connect the Maintained Input 22
Configure the W1 CC Emergency Driver Test Button for
Low-Voltage Loads 23
Complete the Installation 23

Chapter 4 Power Up and Control 24
Power Up Procedure 24
Identify 24
DMX System Control 24
Navis Luminaire DMXPersonalities 24
Edit and Save Configuration Files 25
RDM Parameters 25
Update Firmware 27
W1 Driver Firmware 27
Maintenance 28
Emergency Operation and Test 28
Troubleshooting 29
Test Button 29
LEDIndicators 29
Appendix A Compliance 30
FCC-Part 15 Class A 30
DMX 30
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Introduction 1
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the ETC F-Drive Series W1. The F-Drive Series W1 Driver
LEDpower control solutionprovides a centralized approach for controlling LEDluminaires. It is a
wall-mount driver that provides power and data for up to four circuits in standard and
emergency installations. By maintaining remote, easy access to the driver, LED-based systems
can be easily installed and serviced, while ensuring critical components are readily accessible to
support staff.
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:
•
Prepare a detailed description of the problem
•
Go near the equipment for troubleshooting
•
Find your notification number if you have called in previously
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Introduction 3
Safety
The F-Drive Series W1 is 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.
•
Do not use outdoors.
•
Do not let power supply cords touch hot surfaces.
•
Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
•
Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not
readily be subjected to tampering by unauthorized personnel.
•
The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may
cause an unsafe condition.
•
Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.
•
To reduce the risk of fire and overheating, make sure all connections are tight.
•
Turn off electrical power before modifying the lighting system in any way.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Chapter 1
Overview
F-Drive W1 and W1E Drivers
Features
•
Compatible with a wide range of control systems
•
DMX/RDM control input with per-circuit patching
•
W1E models are UL 924 listed for emergency lighting control

Overview 5
W1 Models
Variant Load Type Output Type
Max.
Power
per
Circuit
Max.
Power
per Card
Output
Connectors
W1 Fade to Warm
Driver
FDW1FTWD (-CE) up to four total
ETCArcSystem Navis 100
Fade to Warm luminaires
constant current,
maximum
450mA per
channel
50 W 150 W
RJ45 and 4
two-pin
terminal
blocks
W1 Fade to Warm
Emergency Driver
FDW1EFTWD (-CE)
W1 CC Driver
FDW1CCD (-CE)
•
up to four total ETC
ArcSystem Navis 100 White
luminaires
•
up to four total
ETCArcSystem Pro One-
Cell White luminaires
-
Pro One-Cell
-
Pro One-Cell Small
-
Pro One-Cell Micro
•
200–700 mA fixtures
manufactured by others
constant current,
adjustable from
200–700mA,
default output
600mA (see
Configure the W1
CC Driver on
page19 )
50W 150W
RJ45 and 4
two-pin
terminal
blocksW1 CC Emergency
Driver
FDW1ECCD (-CE)
W1 CV Driver
Constant Voltage
FDW1CVD (-CE)
24VDC fixtures 24VDC 50W 150W
4 two-pin
terminal
blocks
W1 CV Emergency
Driver Constant
Voltage
FDW1ECVD (-CE)
Note: Use ONEtype of output connector. For example, use the RJ45 receptacle OR
the two-pin terminal blocks on a W1 Fade to Warm Driver or a W1 CC Driver.
Note: F-Drive W1 Drivers do not support ArcSystem Navis 100 RGBW luminaires or
ArcSystem Pro One-Cell High Output luminaires.
CAUTION: Setting the F-Drive W1 CC Driver to output more current than
the manufacturer recommends for the loads may reduce the lifetime or cause
damage to the load. See Configure the W1 CC Driver on page19.

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Emergency System Overview
The W1 Emergency Driver is a UL924 listed variant of the W1 Driver.
Install the W1 Emergency Driver in a location that is accessible by qualified personnel for testing
of the emergency operation.
Note: Installation must follow all national and local codes for electrical equipment.
Note: Normal and emergency wiring cannot be contained in the same conduit
according to NEC 700.10(B).
W1 Emergency Functionality
The W1 Emergency Driver requires two circuit connections. These inputs have the following
functions:
1. "Sense" input. The "Sense" input accepts 40-300 VACor VDC. There are two options for
"sense" input:
•
A normal mains supply circuit to sense failure of the normal supply.
•
Alternatively, this can be the 48 VDCpanic output from an F-Drive R12 Driver to sense
failure of the power to the F-Drive R12.
Connect this circuit to the "Sense" input terminal.
2. "Maintained"input:a circuit with a changeover relay that switches to a battery-backed
supply that provides power to the fixture when the normal mains supply fails. Connect this
circuit to the "Maintained" input terminal.
"Sense" detects when power is lost and forces the fixture to a full-on state, powered by the
emergency supply through the maintained input. Control of the fixture will not be available until
the sense input has been restored.
Sense Input from Normal Mains Supply
CAUTION: If you are using a normal mains supply for the "Sense" input, do
not mix 120 Vand 277 V between the sense and emergency feeds. "Sense"
(normal) and "Maintained" (normal/emergency) must have the same phase.
The diagram below shows the recommended installation.
F-Drive W1E
Driver
Maintained
Changeover Relay
Battery
Backed
Supply
Normal
Mains
Supply Sense