EUTRAC NetComposer User manual

NetComposer System
Technical Manual
EUTRAC Stromschienen GmbH

Preliminary remarks
1
Contents
Content .......................................................................................................................................... 1
1 Preliminary remarks ................................................................................................................ 2
2 Safety instructions .................................................................................................................. 4
3 NetComposer system at a glance ........................................................................................... 5
4 Design notes and installation guide ........................................................................................ 8
4.1 Working disconnected from the mains ............................................................................ 8
4.2 Building a system with one NetCom poser .................................................................. 8
4.3 Building a system with multiple NetComposers ......................................................... 11
4.4 DALI set up ................................................................................................................... 14
4.5 DMX set up ................................................................................................................... 17
4.6 System check before turning on ................................................................................... 18
4.7 First connection to mains voltage .............................................................................. 18
5 Systemconfiguration with NetComposer................................................................................ 19
5.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Installation and first software start ................................................................................. 19
5.3 IP-addressing for PC and NetComposer ....................................................................... 21
5.4 Network configuration with multiple NetComposer’s ................................................. 24
5.5 NetC omposer settings .................................................................................................. 24
5.6 DALI line addressing .................................................................................................... 26
5.7 DMX addressing ........................................................................................................... 29
5.8 Finish settings ............................................................................................................... 29
5.9 Interrupt systemconfiguration and restart later .............................................................. 29
5.10 Components of the user interface ................................................................................. 30
5.11 Device types supported by Composer ........................................................................... 31
5.12 Operating fixtures in „Live“-Mode from PC .................................................................... 32
5.13 Configuring fixtures groups ........................................................................................... 38
5.14 Configuring light scenes ............................................................................................... 41
5.15 Configuring s equences ............................................................................................... 44
5.16 Dropdown „Action“ for TrackLinks, Timetable and sensors .......................................... 46
5.17 Manual operation with TrackLinks ................................................................................ 49
5.18 Time controled actions .............................................................................................. 51
5.19 LightMotionSensor (LMS) ............................................................................................. 53
5.20 DMX-DALI-Routing........................................................................................................ 59
5.21 Check DALI failures .................................................................................................... 59
5.22 Save / call up configuration / set a backup function ....................................................... 60
6 Modifying an existing system………………………………………………………………………..61
6.1 New PC / new software installation................................................................................ 61
6.2 Additions / modify a DALI line ..................................................................................... 61
6.3 Additions / modify a DMX line ....................................................................................... 61
6.4 Exchanging / copying a NetComposer........................................................................... 61
7 Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................. 62
8 Declaration of conformity (for Europe) .................................................................................. 62
9 Software licence ................................................................................................................... 63

Preliminary remarks
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1 Preliminary remarks
Preliminary remarks This is the technical manual for the digital lighting controls system NetCom-
poser. It gives you information about planning, installation and commission-
ing.
Chapter 3 gives you a first overview of applications and possibilities
Chapter 4 gives you information for system planning
Chapter 5 gives you information about configuration
Chapter 6 gives you information for further system changes and expansions.

Preliminary remarks
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Content This manual refers to the following versions:
Manual version: 2.1
Date: 11.08.2011
Composer Software: 2.11.x
NetComposer 98-402-0
Firmware: 7.3.3 / 8.3.3 and higher
The manual has been prepared under the supervision of the EUTRAC
GmbH and published. All its technical details and product information is the
most actual status before printing. The content of the operating the manual
and the specifications of the system components are subject to change
without notice.
EUTRAC GmbH reserves the right to make changes with respect to the
technical data, information and software descriptions without prior notice.
Target group This manual provides necessary information to all electricians, engineers
and lighting designers who want to configure and start up a NetComposer –
system.
It assumes basic knowledge and understanding of the involved people with
the DALI / DMX / RDM handling.
Therefore this manual will not explain any basic knowledge about DALI /
DMX and RDM. If you require more information please contact the EUTRAC
sales staff.

Safety instructions
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2 Safety instructions
The following safety instructions make sure that you enjoy your NetCom-
poser system for a long time. It protects you from general hazards during
operation and eliminates possible dangers. Read these instructions carefully
and observe all warnings. The operator must ensure that all system users
have to follow these guidelines.
Device environment and
climate conditions
All components
♦are not for outdoor use, in wet areas, aggressive or explosive environ-
ment.
♦must be protected against humidity (also condensation), direct sunlight,
dust, smoke, fumes or strong vibrations
♦are approved for ambient temperatures from 0°C (33°F) to max. 45°C
(113°F)
Attention!
If the environmental conditions are not meet you will the complete warranty.
Do not open There are no internal parts which require service, there is no reason to open
any part of devices. If devices are opened you loose the warranty.
Danger!
Danger of electric shock if devices are opened!
Power supply with earth
connection
Use EUTRAC power supplies with a PE connection for NetComposers V1.5.
NetComposers V2.0 or higher have their own functional earth so you can
use power supplies without PEs.
If you use DMX – never connect the PE with DMX GND
Working disconnected
from the mains
Never add or disconnect any device, sensor or fixtures with the mains
switched on. Make sure before you perform any kind of service work that
electricity is switched off.
Attention!
If you do not pay attention to this, undefined malfunctions are possible. In
worst case it can destroy the devices.
Danger!
Contact to electricity can be a risk to your life.

NetComposer System at a glance
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3 NetComposer System at a glance
Overview and proper use The NetComposer-System is a digital lighting controls system for indoor use.
Its main components are the NetComposer control device for the intercon-
nection of the lighting fixtures and the Composer-Software for the configura-
tion.
Suitable for: Possible areas of use: administration buildings, museums, exhibitions,
architecture, hotels, restaurants, shops and transport building such as
airports, train stations and indoor parking garages.
Not suitable for: The system is not suitable for emergency and security lighting; those have to
be installed separately and according to the local regulations. It is also not
suitable for outdoor use, damp spaces, aggressive or explosive environ-
ments. The NetComposer is also not designed for use in moving objects
such as airplanes or boats which are crossing time zone during the
operation.
Special features NetComposer masters three digital control protocols: DALI, DMX und Wi-Fx
(in preparation). Its special strength is the ability to configure lighting fixtures,
groups or scenes continuous beyond the protocol limits using a unified
program space. Up to each 128 groups and scenes are possible.
According to the system configuration up to 128 DALI-devices or 1024 DMX-
channels are addressable per NetComposer. The system is expandable up
to 254 NetComposer devices.
Device description The NetComposer is a digital light control device with an integrated time
program within a DIN rail housing for the sub-distribution board. Its operation
and communication with/to the PC is carried out by a standard Ethernet
10/100Mbit net with RJ45 connector. The NetComposer is working with a
24VDC +/- 10% / 650mA voltage.
In an Ethernet net it is possible to control and command up to 254 NetCom-
poser (Type 98-402-0) with or without a central PC as an operating device.
Each NetComposer controls (depending on the version) up to 2 communica-
tion connectors for lighting management. These are called „Port A“ and „Port
B“. Each port operates at choice:
♦one DALI line with up to 64 DALI participants like DALI fixture, LightMo-
tionSensor, TrackLinkButtons and other devices according to the DALI-
Standard (eDALI components are not compatible!).
♦or: one DMX 512A system with complete 512-channel operation, in
which the NetComposer works as master
♦or: one DMX 512A system, in which the NetComposer works as slave
and offers a possibility of routing to the on the other port connected DALI
line.
Therefore it is possible to connect alternatively 2 x DALI or 2 x DMX or
1 x DALI + 1 x DMX on the NetComposer.

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Software description The Composer-Software is characterized by following features:
♦Especially simple and intuitive operating field
♦Operating modes: LIVE (only look), EDIT (editing with code key) and
DMX-ROUTER
♦Manual addressing of fixtures / New assignment of DALI addresses
♦Each fixture / participant is individual connectable and / or dimmable
♦Control colour graphically operable for standardized DALI ColourControl
fixtures.
♦Graphical operation for the movable DALI spotlights (OpticalControl)
♦128 global light groups (active on the total system), alternative: 128 local
light groups each NetComposer
♦128 global light scenes (active on the total system), alternative:
128 local light scenes each NetComposer
♦32 sequences with up to 128 steps, of which 1 sequence could perma-
nently be active
♦Universal time program with up to 20 inputs by taking in count the
geographical location
♦Routing - table from DMX to DALI
DALI / DMX conformity The NetComposer has been programmed according the present status of
DALI and DMX standards.
Significant are DALI- IEC 62386-1xx and IEC 62386-2xx edition 2006-09
respectively DMX according DIN 56930-2 edition 2000.
Nevertheless incompatibilities between devices from different manufacturers
can not be excluded. Therefore EUTRAC offers a service to check your
electronic ballasts free of charge.
Advice
Components which work with an obsolete and not standardized eDali
protocol are not compatible.

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Compatibility with old
DALI installations
When dimming by using the cross fading time („Fade time“) some perturba-
tions like flicker or disconnecting could happen.
Corrective action: use new electronic ballasts according DALI standard
status 06-2009 or avoid using the DALI cross fading time function.
Compatibility with
EUTRAC DALI –
LightComposer
installations (up
to 07/2010)
Standard fixtures, with LightDim and LightSwitch circuits, could be used
without any restrictions.
All DALI accessories like LightMotionSensor, TrackLinkButton, TrackLink-
Wireless and movable spotlights of Selux and RCL companies are to be
replaced with new NetComposer accessories.
Disposal Please dispose components which are out of use environmentally friendly
and according to the guidelines in your country.

Design notes and installation
guide
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4 Design notes and installation guide
4.1 Working disconnected from the mains
This chapter provides information, required for the design and the installation
of the NetComposer system hardware. The following topics will be dis-
cussed:
♦Components of the NetComposer system
♦Dimensioning of the power supply
♦Number of maximum admissible devices connected to the lighting
management system. While considering the characteristics of the DALI
and DMX systems.
♦Maximum cable lengths
♦Safety rules for the cabling
It is recommended to work according following order.
Caution!
All steps described in this chapter must be done voltage free. Later
modifications or expansions of the system are also to be executed voltage
free. Only put the ready installed system under voltage when all necessary
working steps are finished and in any case after having executed the system
check according 4.6.
4.2 Build a system with one NetComposer
Overview
The NetComposer is the central device of the system, to which every thing is
connected:
♦The power supply for the whole system (s. page 10 „dimensioning and
connection of the 24 V power supply“)
♦Up to two lighting management systems of DALI and DMX type in any
combination (s. page 10 „connect the lighting management system to the
NC“). Wireless solution (Wi-Fx) in preparation.
♦The PC for configuration, commissioning, survey and maintenance (s.
page 12 „Connect NetComposer to a PC “)

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24 V power supply
dimensionning and
connection
A power supply in the NetComposer system for a continuous voltage of
U_ = 24 V is required to power the NetComposer and possible further
devices such as switch actuators etc..
Dimensioning How to dimension the power supply:
1 Add up the power consumption of all the devices which should be
supplied with U_ = 24 V.
2 Choose a power supply which may deliver at least this intensity.
Choosing a power supply Eutrac offers two different power supplies:
♦Type 98-470-0 with max. 0,65 A for supplying one NetComposer
♦Type 98-471-0 with max. 1,8 A for supplying
up to 3 NetComposer.
Caution!
In case you use another manufacturer, pay attention to choose a power
supply with an earth connection on the 230V side. A Power supply without
earth connection is not allowed to be used.
Connection How to connect the power supply:
1 Connect on the 24 V side the NetComposer(s) and possibly additional
users with the power supply. The terminals on the NetComposer are
marked „24VDC IN“. Take care to respect the polarity.
2 Connect the system to the 230 V side with N and PE; L is not allowed to
be connected before all steps under 4.6 have not been executed suc-
cessfully.
Connect the lighting
management
system to the NC
It is possible to connect two lighting management systems of DALI and DMX
type in any combination to the NetComposer. Therefore there are two
communication interfaces „Port A“ and „Port B“. Each one is ,due to different
cable physics, carried out in double so that the NetComposer has 4
connectors „DMX A“, „DMX B“, „DALI A“ and „DALI B“ in total. In any case
only one „A“ and one „B“ should be occupied.
Possible connections Possible connections are:
1 „DALI A“ + „DALI B“
2 „DMX A“ + „DMX B“
3 „DMX A“ + „DALI B“ or „DALI A“ + „DMX B“
DALI devices should be only connected to „DALI A“ or „DALI B“, DMX
devices to „DMX A“ or „DMX B“.

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Option 1: NetComposer with two DALI lines
Option 2: NetComposer with two DMX 512A universes
Option 3: NetComposer with each one DALI line
and one DMX 512A universe
Marking of the DALI connectors with „+“ and „-“ is only important when
connecting polarity dependant DALI devices; there is no need to take care of
these when connecting polarity independent DALI devices.
Non-authorized
Connections
Non-authorized connections are:
♦„DALI A“ + „DMX A“
♦„DALI B“ + „DMX B“
Caution!
Never connect a DMX device to „DALI A“ or „DALI B“. This could cause a
defect or even the destruction of the DMX device.
Installation examples
and indications to
DALI and DMX
Installation example 1 on page 12 shows a wiring with DALI; detailed
indications for the installation of DALI lines s. 4.4.
Installation example 2 on page 12 shows a wiring with DMX; detailed
indications for the installation of DMX systems s. 4.5.
DALI Buswire
DMX Buswire
DMX Buswire 1
DMX Buswire 2
DALI Buswire 1
DALI Buswire 2

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Connect NetComposer to
a PC
The connection between a PC and a NetComposer is essential for the
system configuration, during the commissioning or for maintenance or
survey purposes. There is no PC required during regular operation.
Crossover The direct connection to the PC is done through an „Ethernet 10/100“
connector with a crossover cable, or alternatively with a patch cable with
Crossover adaptor. The cable must have a RJ45 connector and according
Cat-5.
1:1 As long as the PC net interface has an automatic detection and inversion of
the terminal assignment (this is the case for the most of modern devices), it
is possible to use 1:1 cable.
4.3 Building a system with multiple NetComposers
In larger systems it could be necessary to use several NetComposers. The
two most important reasons are:
♦It is possible to use more devices as with only one NetComposer.
♦A function diversity is required, which could only be realized through the
variation with local, global groups and scenes (see Fehler! Verweis-
quelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. and Fehler! Verweisquelle
konnte nicht gefunden werden. ).
Max. 254 devices It is possible to use up to 254 NetComposer devices in one system.
Compared with a system with only one NetComposer, it has to be paid
attention in particular to following things during the installation (please also
see installation example 3 on page 13):
♦Each NetComposer should be supplied with U_ = 24 V. Use preferably in
a net with several devices the EUTRAC power supply type 98-471-0 with
max. 1,8 A for alimentation of up to 3 NetComposers in a sufficient quan-
tity.
♦The wiring of the NetComposers to the DALI and DMX systems has to
be done as described in the previous chapter.
♦The connection of the NetComposers between each other has to be
realized exclusively on the Ethernet side with a hub or switch.
♦The PC has to be connected to the hub/switch too.
All connections to the hub/switch have to done with a Patch cable Cat-5 or
higher.
Caution!
Never connect DALI or DMX systems of several NetComposers between
each other. Defect or even destruction of the devices could be the conse-
quence.

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Installation example 1:
NetComposer with EUTRAC DALI track, TrackLinkButton and LightMotionSensor
Installation example 2: NetComposer with DMX Moving Heads and Eventplayer
DMX Buswire
Ethernet CAT
-
5
-
RJ45
Crossover cable
DMX Bus
term
i-
nal120 Ω
ΩΩ
Ω
DALI Buswire
Ethernet CAT
-
5
-
RJ45
Crossover cable

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Installation example 3: System of several NetComposers
System with several NetComposers, simplified representation of the Ethernet side only, without power supply and
connected DALI and DMX systems
Ethernet net Switch / Hub
Stan
dard Ethernet
CAT-5 Patch cable

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4.4 DALI set up
Maximum participant
number
The number of devices on a DALI line is limited through the following
maximum values:
♦64 DALI addresses
♦200 mA total power consumption for all devices combined
♦16 TrackLinkButton TLB4/8 (each device: occupation of one DALI
address, 10 mA power consumption)
♦16 LightMotionSensor (each 1 DALI address, 20 mA power consump-
tion)
All maximum limits should be kept. This should be made sure by calculation
before set up, e.g. according following calculation example:
Calculation example 1: 50 lighting fittings x 2mA = 100mA
4 TrackLinkButton x 10mA = 40mA
2 LightMotionSensor x 20mA = 40mA
56 DALI participants = 180mA
→OK / allowed
Calculation example 2: 60 lighting fittings x 2mA = 120mA
4 TrackLinkButton x 10mA = 40mA
1 LightMotionSensor x 20mA = 20mA
65 DALI participants = 180mA
→Maximum number of DALI addresses exceeded!
Calculation example 3: 30 lighting fittings x 2mA = 60mA
2 TrackLinkButton x 10mA = 20mA
10 LightMotionSensor x 20mA = 200mA
42 DALI participants = 280mA
→Max. intensity exceeded!
Advice
Please note that the DALI reaction time may be slowed down by data traffic
when using many participants.
Authorized cable
materials and lengths
The signal transmission in a DALI system is carried out by a two core leads
with the following characteristics:
Cable material ♦The isolation of the signal leads must be the same as for mains voltage
cable, because DALI is no SELV system.
♦The conductor section (Cu) must be a minimum of 1,5 mm
2
.

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The signal conductors could be part of e.g. 5-core NYM mains cable: three
cores are used for the mains voltage supply (L, N, PE) and the left two for
the DALI signal.
Advice
It is recommended to use different isolation colours for the signal conductors.
It will simplify the installation of polarity dependant devices (s. also “connect
devices” in the next paragraph).
Danger!
Never use signal leads dimensioned for extra low voltage e.g.. I-Y(St)Y or
similar, because the DALI components are not according to the requirements
for safety extra low voltage (SELV).Disregarding safety instructions such as
touching live parts during a defect can result in danger for life.
Cable lengths ♦The cable length between one participant and the NetComposer must
not exceed 300m (ca. 1000ft).
This is determined by the authorized voltage drop, which cannot exceed 2 V
on a DALI signal conductor. A wire section of 1,5 mm
2
and a maximum
intensity of 200 mA equals the length of about 300m.
Caution!
Using insufficiently sized wire section and/or too big cable length could
cause malfunctions or even lead to complete defect.
EUTRAC guarantees the function ability only for such DALI installations,
which signal conductors are isolated from the mains voltage and carried out
with a copper section of minimum 1,5 mm
2
and which have a maximal length
of 300m to the furthest participant.
Connect devices
Many DALI devices can be connected at any polarity. In case you have to
connect polarity dependant DALI devices (recognizable e.g. by the terminal
marks „+“ and „-“), you must conduct the signal conductors so terminals of
the same polarity are always connected together. Observe to it also the
marks on the NetComposers DALI terminals.

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Connect TrackLinks
TrackLinks are push button
interfaces which translate
The action of usual push buttons in commands for the DALI system. Their
power consumption from the DALI line is 10 mA. There are two versions:
TrackLinkButton TLB4 for assembly in flush mounted socket boxes with pre-assembled 0,2m wiring
for connection of up to four push buttons. It’s not allowed to extend the
cables!
TrackLink-REG TLR8 In DIN rail housing for connection of up to eight push buttons (power
consumption 10 mA).
♦The push button connection wires must not exceed 0,3m length, the wire
section should be minimum 0,5 mm
2
, and a shielded execution would be
advantageous. A NYM cable with a 1,5 mm
2
wire section is recom-
mended.
♦In an industrial environment the use of coupler relays is generally
recommended to avoid or exclude EMC perturbations.
Location of the
LightMotionSensors
Same as for all NetComposer system components, especially for the
LightMotionSensors, is to note that they are designed for use in office
environment. Therefore the sensors should not be used outdoors or in a
dusty industrial environment.
LightMotionSensors offer lighting management, automatic dimming and
presence detection functions. To allow their proper operation, following
points should be taken care of during the installation process.
Light sensor detection area The sensor must be placed so that the detection area of the day light sensor
is free of perturbations:
♦The measuring port of the day light cell must be directed towards the
window surface.
♦The detection area shouldn’t be covered through the shadow of furniture,
support beams or pipes etc.
♦Direct artificial light or direct sunshine should not fall on the sensor.
Reflecting effects should be also avoided.
Direct the sensor towards another window in case all conditions above
cannot be met. If this also is not possible malfunctions can occur.

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To avoid perturbations in the detection area of the day light sensor
Presence sensor detection
area
The presence sensor is directed towards the surface under the sensor.
Movements in this area will be detected. It should be paid attention not to
disturb the detection area by furniture or characteristics of the room
geometry.
The parameterization of the LightMotionSensors will be explained under
5.19.
4.5 DMX system set up
Maximum participants
number
A DMX system (also named DMX „universe“) has 512 addresses or
channels at disposal. This is also the maximum number of participants.
The real number of participants could be much smaller. A single device can
occupy several channels simultaneously in order to be able to address e.g.
colour changes, spotlights movements or dimming functions independently
from each other. You will have to find out by yourselves the details therefore
to the channel assignments according to the manufacturer’s data.
Wiring DMX requires the use of twisted and shielded two-wire cable with a
characteristic impedance of 110 Ω. The shield has to be connected to DMX
GND. Close the cable to each end (both ends) with a 120 Ω-resistor. The
NetComposer has and end resistor already built in.
Exception: EUTRAC track system with data bus could be used for DMX
operating up to max. 50m length. The track should be operated as a
galvanically isolated universe. In this case the DMX GND will not be used.
Only SELV devices should be used on the EUTRAC track system .
Caution!
DMX GND shall not be connected to the PE connection of a device housing
or of a mains connection cable.
Polarity The data transmission in a DMX system is polarity dependant. Pay attention
to it during the installation and use a DMX cable tester to check the polarity.

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4.6 System check before turning on
The following points have already been executed correctly if you have paid
attention to the previous paragraphs. Still, for your safety and the safety of
the devices check it one more time again.
Check all the cable connections to the NetComposer and especially to all
devices; make sure that there is no connection between the mains and the
other connections.
Caution!
DALI and DMX interfaces could be destroyed through an external voltage.
Wrong connections could destroy the NetComposer as well as the devices!
In case you are not sure contact qualified personnel.
♦Make sure the PE-cable of the power supply is correctly connected.
♦Make sure, when using polarity dependant devices, that the correct
polarity has been kept.
4.7 First connection to mains voltage
Please prepare a multimeter for control measurements if you have installed
a DALI line.
If the prescriptions of the previous paragraphs, especially 4.6, have been
correctly carried out you can connect the system to the mains voltage.
If you have a DALI line, measure the voltage between both signal wires. It
should be between U_ = 16 V and U_ = 24 V. if this is not the case please
disconnect immediately and eliminate the default.

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Composer
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5 System configuration with
Composer
5.1 Overview
This chapter is about the NetComposer’s system configuration with the
„Composer“ set up program The layout of this chapter follows the typical
course of the configuration and discusses the following topics:
Proceed to the basic working steps, which have to be done before the
proper configuration of lighting fittings, sensors, and operating
elements (5.2 to 5.9):
•Composer-software set up (5.2)
•Ensuring the data exchange between NetComposer and PC (5.3)
•Proceeding to the basic settings on the NetComposer (5.5)
•Addressing the participants of the connected lighting management
system (5.6 and 5.7)
These steps are to be taken at the beginning of the system configuration.
They are also required when the system structure is modified through
device replacement or addition.
2 Set up the behaviour of a single or several lighting fittings together
and try it at the PC ( Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden
werden. to 5.15):
•Connection and dimming, colour control, adjusting the spotlights
position (5.12)
•Organizing lighting fittings into groups together (Fehler! Verweis-
quelle konnte nicht gefunden werden.)
•Creating lighting scenes ( Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht
gefunden werden. )
•Running the scenes in sequences (5.15)
1 Specify the events which shall activate this fittings behaviour (5.16 to
5.19). Such events could be:
•Manual operating of push buttons (5.17)
•Switching time points ( Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht
gefunden werden. )
•Sensor signals (5.19)
5.2 Installation and first software start
Download The Composer software works under Windows XP and higher. The latest
version is available for download under www.intelligentlighting.de. Alterna-
tively please get in touch with the EUTRAC sales team or your Intelligent
Lighting System Partner.