ETC F-Drive W1 Series User manual

F-Drive Series W1
Installation Manual
Part Number: 7148M2110 Rev: F
Released: 2023-11

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents i
Introduction 1
Compatible Products 1
Optional Accessories 2
ETCConcert 2
F-Drive System Design Tool 2
LEDDimming Compatibility Database 2
Documentation for Compatible Products 2
Document Conventions 3
Help from ETC Technical Services 4
Safety 5
IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS 5
Label Symbols 5
Chapter 1 Overview 6
Features 6
W1 Models 7
Emergency System Overview 8
W1 Emergency Functionality 8
Before You Begin Installation 10
Installation Requirements 10
Power Disconnect Device 10
Third-Party Fixtures 10
Chapter 2 W1 Installation 11
Prepare to Install the W1 11
Parts and Tools 11
Mounting Straps 12
Electrical and Wiring Specifications 13
Install the W1 14
Wall-Mount the W1 Driver 15
Connect the Power Input 16
Terminate DMXIn and DMXThru 18
Connect Luminaires 18

Chapter 3 W1 Emergency Driver Installation 22
Wire a W1 Emergency Driver 22
Connect the Sense Input 24
Connect the Maintain Input 24
Configure the W1 CC Emergency Driver TEST Button for
Low-Voltage Loads 25
Complete the Installation 25
Chapter 4 Power Up and Control 26
Power Up Procedure 26
Identify 26
DMX System Control 26
Navis Luminaire DMXPersonalities 27
RDM Parameters 28
On Below Minimum 30
Live Edit Configuration Files 31
Edit Offline and Save Configuration Files to
MicroSD 31
Configure the W1 CC Driver 32
Firmware Upgrade Instructions 33
Maintenance 34
Emergency Operation and Test 34
Troubleshooting 35
Test Button 35
LEDIndicators 35
Appendix A Connect F-Drive-Compatible Luminaires
to the Terminal Block Outputs 36
ConnectF-Drive-Compatible Fixed White and Fade
to Warm Luminaires to the Terminal Block Outputs 36
Connect ArcSystem Pro One-Cell Luminaires to the
Terminal Block Outputs 37
Appendix B Compliance 38
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Introduction 1
Introduction
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.
Compatible Products
W1 Drivers are compatible with the following luminaires:
Model Compatible Luminaires Recommended
Breakout Box
W1 CC Driver
FDW1CCD
• ETC Navis100 Fixed White
• ETC Source Four Mini LED for F-Drive
• ETCIrideon FPZ and WLZfor F-Drive
• None for
daisy-chain
• B-Box4R for
star topology
• ETC ArcSystem Pro One-Cell Standard, Pro One-
Cell Small, and Pro One-Cell Micro • B-Box4M
• Third-party 200–700 mA constant current
fixtures • B-Box4T
W1 CC Emergency Driver
FDW1ECCD • ETC Navis100 Fixed White
• None for
daisy-chain
• B-Box4R for
star topology
W1 Fade to Warm Driver
FDW1FTWD
• ETC Navis100 Fade to Warm
• None for
daisy-chain
• B-Box4R for
star topology
W1 Fade to Warm
Emergency Driver
FDW1EFTWD
W1 Chroma Driver
FDW1CHD • ETC Navis100 RGBW
• None for
daisy-chain
• B-Box4R for
star topology
W1 CV Driver
Constant Voltage
FDW1CVD • Third-party 24VDC constant voltage fixtures • B-Box4T
W1 CV Emergency Driver
Constant Voltage
FDW1ECVD
For more information on compatible products and breakout boxes, see LEDDimming
Compatibility Database on the next page and Documentation for Compatible Products on the
next page .
Note: F-Drive W1 Drivers do not support ArcSystem Pro One-Cell High Output
luminaires.

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Optional Accessories
• B-Boxes (optional):
‐FD-BBOX-4R can connect F-Drive-compatible luminaires with RJ45 input in star
topology.
‐FD-BBOX-4M provides a convenient way to connect ArcSystem Pro One-Cell
luminaires.
‐FD-BBOX-4T can be used with third-party loads.
ETCConcert
F-Drive Series drivers can be configured using ETCConcert software.
F-Drive System Design Tool
The F-Drive System Design Tool (etcconnect.com/FDriveSysDesignTool) allows you to design an
F-Drive R12 rack unit or F-Drive W1 Driver with different luminaires, breakout boxes, cable
lengths, and other system components.
LEDDimming Compatibility Database
The LEDDimming Compatibility Database (etcconnect.com/compatibility) is a searchable list of
devices that ETChas tested for compatibility with ETCdimming and control systems.
Documentation for Compatible Products
The following documents are available at etcconnect.com/Products/Power-Controls/LED-
Drivers/F-Drive/Documentation.aspx:
• F-Drive B-Box4 Installation Guide
• F-Drive Series R12 Installation Manual
• F-Drive R12 and W1 Wiring Reference Guide
The following documents are available at etcconnect.com/Products/Architectural-Fixtures:
• ArcSystem Navis 100 Installation Guide
• Source Four Mini LED F-Drive Installation Guide
• Irideon WLZ (F-Drive) Installation Guide
• Irideon FPZ (F-Drive) Installation Guide
• ArcSystem Pro D1 and D2 Series Drivers Installation Guide for information about
ArcSystem Pro One-Cell luminaires
ETCConcert software and documentation is available at etcconnect.com/concert.

Introduction 3
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
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.
All ETC documents are available for free download from our website: etcconnect.com.
Please email comments about this manual to: [e-mail].

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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
ETC, Inc.
Americas
Technical Services Department
3031 Pleasant View Road
Middleton, WI 53562
800-775-4382 (USA, toll-free)
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC GmbH
Germany, Austria, Switzerland,
Eastern Europe, and Russia
Technical Services Department
Ohmstrasse 3
83607 Holzkirchen, Germany
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC Austin
High End Systems Products
Technical Services Department
2105 Gracy Farms Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
800-890-8989 (USA, toll-free)
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC France
France
Zone Urbaparc -
Bâtiment E
6 Boulevard de la Libération
Saint-Denis, 93200
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC Ltd
Europe, Middle East, and Africa
Technical Services Department
26-28 Victoria Industrial Estate
Victoria Road,
London W3 6UU England
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETCAsia
Asia
Technical Services Department
Room 1801, 18/F
Tower 1, Phase 1 Enterprise Square
9 Sheung Yuet Road
Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong
[phone]
[e-mail]

Introduction 5
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
Label Symbols
W1 Drivers are conveniently labeled with relevant symbols for your safety. Refer to the product
label to see which symbols apply to your product.
General warning Avertissement général
This product should not be discarded as unsorted
waste but must be sent to separate collection
facilities for recovery and recycling.
Ce produit ne doit pas être jeté avec les déchets ménagers
mais doit être déposé dans une collecte de déchets
électroniques ou dans un point de collecte.
The product input or output is suitable for direct
current only.
L’entrée et la sortie de ce produit convient uniquement au
courant continu.
The product input or output is suitable for
alternating current only.
L’entrée et la sortie de ce produit convient uniquement au
courant alternatif.
Safety extra low voltage device Dispositif de sécurité à très basse tension
Independent lighting control gear Appareil de contrôle d’éclairage indépendant.
Emergency lighting driver (non-battery powered)
according to EN-61347-2-13.
Pilote d’éclairage d’urgence (pas alimenté par piles)
conformément à la norme EN-61347-2-13.
Protective earth (ground) Protection Classe I Mise à la terre
tcor TcRated maximum case temperature Température maximale recommandée pour le boîtier

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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 and CSA C22.2 No. 141 listed for emergency lighting control
WARNING: Connect this equipment to a non-dimmable power source in
order to avoid damage to the equipment's internal power supply and other
electrical components. Using a dimmable power source may damage the
equipment and will void the warranty.

Overview 7
W1 Models
Variant Load Type Output Type Output
Voltage
Per
Circuit
Limits
Driver
Limits
Output
Connectors
W1 Fade to
Warm Driver
FDW1FTWD • up to four total
ETCArcSystem
Navis 100 Fade to
Warm luminaires
constant
current,
maximum
450mA per
channel
48VDC 450mA,
21.6W
1.8A,
86W
RJ45 and 4
two-pin
terminal
blocks
W1 Fade to
Warm
Emergency
Driver
FDW1EFTWD
W1 CC Driver
FDW1CCD
• up to four total
compatible
ETCluminaires, see
Compatible
Luminaires on
page1
• third-party 200–
700mA constant
current fixtures
constant
current,
adjustable
from 200–
700mA (see
Configure the
W1 CC Driver
on page32 )
48VDC 700mA,
33W
2.8A,
134W
RJ45 and 4
two-pin
terminal
blocks
W1 CC
Emergency
Driver
FDW1ECCD
W1 CV Driver
Constant
Voltage
FDW1CVD • third-party 24VDC
constant voltage
fixtures
24VDC 24VDC 2.1A,
50W
6.25A,
150W
4 two-pin
terminal
blocks
W1 CV
Emergency
Driver Constant
Voltage
FDW1ECVD
W1 Chroma
Driver
FDW1CHD
• up to four total
ETCArcSystem
Navis 100 RGBW
luminaires
48
VDCpower
and data
48VDC 2.1A,
100W RJ45
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.

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Emergency System Overview
The W1 Emergency Driver is a UL924 listed variant of the W1 Driver. The W1 Emergency Driver
is available in constant current, constant voltage, and Fade to Warm models.
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).
Note: W1 Emergency Drivers were evaluated for use in emergency systems with
Navis Fixed White and Fade to Warm luminaires. Do not use other luminaires with W1
Emergency Drivers in emergency systems.
Note: To ensure a smoother transition from an emergency state to a standard run
state, ETC recommends setting DMX Loss behavior as “Go to Full” on W1 Emergency
Drivers. In the Property Editor in ETCConcert, this setting is called DMXLoss Mode.
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.
• 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. "Maintain"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 "Maintain" 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.

Overview 9
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 "Maintain" (normal/emergency) must have the same phase. The
diagram below shows the recommended installation.
F-Drive W1E
Maintain
Sense
A
B
C
ABattery-backed supply
BNormal mains supply
CChangeover relay
Sense Input from F-Drive R12 48 VDCPanic Output
See the F-Drive R12 Installation Manual for details on wiring the panic output on the F-Drive
R12. ETCdocuments are available for download in PDFformat free of charge at
etcconnect.com.
F-Drive R12
F-Drive W1E
“Sense” L “Sense” N
COM IN +48v

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Before You Begin Installation
Review the following information before installing the F-Drive W1.
Installation Requirements
• Ambient operating temperature 0°C–40°C (32°F–104°F), 5%–95% non-condensing
humidity.
• Dry locations only.
• Refer to the ArcSystem Navis 100 Installation Guide for luminaire installation
requirements. All ETC documents are available for free download from our website:
etcconnect.com.
Power Disconnect Device
Before installation, make sure you have an accessible input power disconnect device installed
ahead of your F-Drive W1.
WARNING: RISK OF DEATH BY ELECTRIC SHOCK! Failure to disconnect all
power to the system before installation, maintenance, cleaning, or any other
system modification could result in serious injury or death.
AVERTISSEMENT : RISQUE DE MORT PAR DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE!
Négliger de débrancher toutes les sources d’alimentation du système avant
l’installation, l’entretien, le nettoyage ou toute autre modification du
système peut causer des blessures graves ou la mort.
De-energize main feed to F-Drive Power Control products and follow
appropriate Lockout/Tagout procedures as mandated by NFPA 70E. It is
important to note that electrical equipment such as breaker panels can
present an arc flash hazard if improperly serviced. This is due to the high
amounts of short-circuit current available on the electrical supply to this
equipment. Any work must comply with OSHA Safe Working Practices.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Circuits that are installed without an
accessible power disconnect device cannot be serviced or operated safely.
AVERTISSEMENT : RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE! Il est imprudent
d'utiliser ou de réparer les circuits installés sans qu'un dispositif de
déconnexion de l'alimentation ne soit accessible.
Third-Party Fixtures
The W1 CC Driver and W1 CV Driver support a wide variety of third-party loads. Determining
compatibility between these loads and the driver is an important step toward ensuring the
success of a project. Search the LED Dimming Compatibility Database at
etcconnect.com/compatibility to see if your load is compatible. If your load is not in the
compatibility database, follow the instructions at the link above to contact the ETC
Applications Engineering department to arrange for compatibility testing.
Visit the F-Drive System Design Tool (etcconnect.com/FDriveSysDesignTool) to design an F-
Drive R12 rack unit or F-Drive W1 driver with different luminaires, breakout boxes, cable
lengths, and other system components.

W1 Installation 11
Chapter 2
W1 Installation
Prepare to Install the W1
W1 Drivers are for wall-mount only.
Parts and Tools
The following supplies are required, but not provided:
• conduit and conduit fittings, as needed
• conduit punch
• Romex or nonmetallic screw-clamp style conduit connectors for outputs
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flatblade screwdriver
• Wire stripping and cutting tool
• Wire ties
• 5 mm nut driver
• Four #10 screws and other mounting hardware as needed
Note: Mounting hardware and installation location must support the weight of the
driver, conduit hardware, and all cable required for installation.

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Mounting Straps
The mounting straps provide external keyholes to allow wall-mounting without removing the
cover of the W1 Driver.
A
B
B
AMounting straps
BMounting strap attachment nuts

W1 Installation 13
Electrical and Wiring Specifications
Install the driver on a power distribution system with reliably identified earthed neutral
(ground),and install a maximum 20 A circuit breaker on the line conductor. The W1 Driver
accepts 100–277 VAC, 50/60 Hz. ETC recommends installing all wiring in grounded metal
conduit.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Circuits that are installed without an
accessible power disconnect device cannot be serviced or operated safely.
AVERTISSEMENT : RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE! Il est imprudent
d'utiliser ou de réparer les circuits installés sans qu'un dispositif de
déconnexion de l'alimentation ne soit accessible.
CAUTION: Do not coil excess Category-type cable.
Wire and Terminal Specifications
Terminal/Connector Wire Range/Specifications Strip Length Torque Rating
"Maintain" input:
line/neutral
Up to 6mm2(10AWG) solid or stranded. Class 1
wiring only. For connections use wire rated for at
least 75°C.
7 mm
(1/4 in)
0.5 N•m
(4.4 in-lb)
"Maintain" input:
ground 2.5–10 mm2(14–6 AWG) 10 mm (3/8 in)
4.0 N•m
(35 in-lb)
"Sense" input:
line/neutral/ground
0.25–2.5 mm2(24–14 AWG)
(emergency drivers only)
6.5 mm
(1/4 in)
0.5–0.6 N•m
(4.4–5.3 in-lb)
DMXIn/Thru
three-pin
connectors
Belden 9729 or equivalent or Cat5e (or better)
minimum 0.2 mm2(24AWG)conductors
See wiring instructions
included with the
termination kit.
RJ45 output
You must use 0.25mm2(23AWG) or larger
conductors in Category-type cable.
Not present on W1 CV Driver.
Terminate to T568B
standard.
W1 CC Driver and
W1 Fade to Warm
Driver two-pin
terminal block
outputs
0.2–1.5mm2(26–14AWG)Follow Class 2 wiring
methods.
Not present on W1 Chroma Driver.
6 mm
(1/4in)
0.4–0.5N•m
(3.5–4.4in-lb)
W1 CV Driver two-
pin terminal block
outputs
1.5mm2(14 AWG)
Follow Class 2 wiring methods.
6 mm
(1/4in)
0.4–0.5N•m
(3.5–4.4in-lb)

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Install the W1
1 2 3 4
DMX
IN
DMX
THRU
MAINTAIN
B
C D G
H
F
A
E
I
ARemovable wiring panel FRJ45 output (not present on W1 CV Driver)
BACpower input GTwo-pin terminal outputs (not present on W1 Chroma
Driver)
CDMXIn HSDcard
DDMXThru IMounting direction arrow
EDMXtermination switch
"DMX_TERM"
Wire power and data (DMX) to the W1 Driver and then run power out to the Navis luminaires
or other loads. If you are installing a W1 Emergency Driver, see W1 Emergency Driver
Installation on page22 .
Note: The W1 Chroma Driver ships with an RJ45 terminator. Navis RGBWluminaires
are not self-terminating. You must terminate the last Navis RGBWluminaire in line
with a 120 Ω resistor.
To purchase extra RJ45 terminators, please contact your ETCcustomer service
representative and request part number N4086.

W1 Installation 15
Wall-Mount the W1 Driver
W1 Drivers can be surface-mounted to any wall capable of supporting their weight using the
mounting straps. The mounting straps allow you to install the W1 Driver without removing the
cover. If you prefer to use the mounting holes in the back panel of the W1 Driver, you can
remove the mounting straps. See Mounting Straps on page12 .
Follow these steps to wall-mount the W1 Driver with the mounting straps.
1. Using four #10 screws, mount the back panel to the mounting surface using the
mounting straps.
• Mount the enclosure with the mounting direction arrow pointed up (item I in the
illustration on the previous page). The text on the installed cover will be upright.
2. Using the Phillips screwdriver, remove two screws securing the driver cover.
• Set the screws aside for later reinstallation
• The cover is tethered to the backbox. Be careful when handling.
3. Remove the four screws securing the removable wiring panel. The wiring panel is
designed with no holes so that you can drill or punch the holes needed for your
installation.
• Set the screws aside for later reinstallation.
• The wiring panel is tethered to the backbox. Remove the nut securing the tether to
the wiring panel and save the nut for later reinstallation.
4. Punch holes as needed for conduit for power connection and data connection.
5. Reinstall the wiring panel to the backbox using the nut and four screws removed in step
3.
6. Install Romex or nonmetallic screw-clamp conduit connectors as needed.
7. Attach flexible conduit to the driver.
Note:
• Use suitable conduit where required by national and local codes.
• Driver may require additional means of securement. Installation must follow all
national and local codes for electrical equipment.
Wall-Mount Without the Mounting Straps
If you prefer to remove the mounting straps and mount the W1 Driver to the wall using holes
in the back panel, follow the steps below:
1. Using the Phillips screwdriver, remove two screws securing the driver cover.
• Set the screws aside for later reinstallation
• The cover is tethered to the backbox. Be careful when handling.
2. Using the 5 mm nut driver, remove the four nuts securing the mounting straps to the
back of the W1 Driver (B on page 12 ).
• Save the mounting straps and nuts for future use or discard them.
3. Using four #10 screws, mount the back panel to the mounting surface using the holes in
the back panel.
4. Proceed with steps 3–7 of Wall-Mount the W1 Driver above .

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Connect the Power Input
1 2 3 4
DMX
IN
DMX
THRU
MAINTAIN
MAINTAIN
Factory Wire Colors*
Model Color Type
North America and
Europe green/yellow ground/earth
North America black line/hot
North America white neutral
Europe brown live
Europe blue neutral
*Factory wiring is not shown in the illustration above.