Leviton DLR User manual

User Guide
Network Protocol Converter
Software Revision 3.10 and above
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LIT-NPDLR-000
rev: A, 2/03/2004

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Table of Contents
Overview 3
Part 1 Initial Set-up & Basic Configuration 7
Physical Connections 8
Installation 10
System Status Check 18
Part 2 Wrapping Up 19
Part 3 Advance Configuration & Operation 21
Main Menu 22
General Set-up 25
Device Connections 31
DMX Universe Numbers 33
Patching 35
Patch Manipulation 39
Channel Options 41
Lighting Groups 45
Event Log 49
Luma-Net Operations 50
Configuration by Telnet 52
File Transfer 55
Warranty 61

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Figure Table of Contents
Figure 1 NPC Product Line XP, DHV and DLR 3
Figure 2 NPC DLR Front Panel/1/0 Reference Diagram 8
Figure 3 DLR Permanent Installation 11
Figure 4 DLR Front Cover 11
Figure 5 DLR Open Cover Terminations 12
Figure 6 DLR Cover Tabs 13
Figure 7 Internal Terminations 14
Figure 8 External Terminations 15
Figure 9 Jumper P4, NOPC, Top View 16
Figure 10 Jumper P4 "ON" Position/"OFF" Position 17
Figure 11 Successful Status of LED 18
Figure 12 NPC Main Menu 23
Figure 13 General Setup 25
Figure 14 Device Connections 31
Figure 15 DMX512 Universes 33
Figure 16 Patching 35
Figure 17 DLR Channel Options 41
Figure 18 Typical Room with Two Partitions 45
Figure 19 Grouping of Control Channels 46
Figure 20 Lighting Groups 47
Figure 21 Event Log 49
Figure 22 Luma-Net A Operations 50
Figure 23 Windows Start Menu 52
Figure 24 Typical Windows Run Dialog Box 53
Figure 25 Windows Telnet Session Showing
NPC Main Menu 53
Figure 26 Windows Start Menu 56
Figure 27 Windows RUN Dialog Box 57
Figure 28 WIN98 FTP Screen (Partial) 57

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Overview
Network Protocol Converter
The Network Protocol Converter by Leviton's Lighting Control
Division provides exceptional convenience and flexibility as an
interface for remote devices, displays, and networking of theatrical
and architectural control devices. The Network Protocol Converter
(NPC) is installed as a node on an Ethernet network communicating
using the ColorNet 2.0 and TCP/IP protocols. The Network
Protocol Converter when combined with other network devices
supporting ColorNet 2.0 system allows for the following types of
devices to communicate over the ColorNet network:
ColorNet 2.0 Enabled Control Consoles (Innovator)
i Series Dimmer Racks
Hand Held Focus Remotes
Dimension D8000/D4200 Architectural Control Stations
Figure 1: NPC Product Line XP, DHV and DLR
NPC DHV
NPC DLR
NPC XP

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Currently there are three models of the NPC available each of which
support the following interfaces:
To facilitate communication between these devices your NPC allows
you to:
Create quick port to network patches
Create quick network to port patches
Patch channels from the network to channels on a port
Patch channels from a port to channels on the network
View video displays produced by other ColorNet
enabled equipment
Although the concepts, routines, and functions for installation and
configuration are similar for all three models, this manual is
specifically tailored for the DLR model.
Definitions
Here are some common words you will find in this manual which
may require a little more definition.
Channel – A channel usually refers to an individual unit of control
on the Luma-Net network. However the phrase channel sometimes
is used to reference an individual DMX address or a fader on a
control device or theatrical console. If you pay careful attention,
you will be able to determine the meaning by it’s context.
Model
DMX
Inputs
DMX
Outputs
Handheld
Remote
Video
Outputs
Keyboard
LunaNet
Lan's
Memory
Cards
Analog
Inputs
XP
DHV
DLR
3
3
3
3
1
1
12
2
2
1
116
11

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ColorNet – ColorNet is Leviton’s network protocol used to carry
lighting control signals over Ethernet wiring using TCP/IP. For
additional information on ColorNet see the appendices to this
document.
DMX – A digital multiplexed control protocol used to control
lighting devices like dimmers, effects, and automated lighting.
DMX Universe – A DMX universe is a virtual or physical group of
512 DMX addresses. In the physical world, a DMX universe
represents a DMX input or output from a source of control like a
control console or NPC. In the virtual world, like on the ColorNet
network, a DMX universe is just simply a common group of 512
DMX channels. All DMX signals on the ColorNet network belong to a
virtual DMX Universe.
Ethernet – Ethernet is a networking term which describes the
physical devices and equipment used to inter-connect networking
equipment. When a network is referenced as an ‘Ethernet network’
it describes a certain set of components used to interconnect
computing equipment.
IP Address – An IP address is a way to reference a particular node
on a network which speaks the TCP/IP protocol. The IP address can
be user defined and set via the software for the device. All IP
addresses on the same network must only reference one node.
LC-Net- Leviton’s "can" based network which carries data for some
of our architectural products.
Lighting Group – Lighting Groups are used to delineate groups of
Luma-Net channels which operate together (within the same room)
when using room separate/combine Luma-Net functions.
Luma-Net – Leviton’s RS-485 based network which carries control
data for our architectural stations.

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MAC Address – a unique network address which identifies a piece
of networking hardware to be used on an Ethernet network. The
MAC address of a device can not be changed.
TCP/IP – is a networking protocol or rather suite of protocols
commonly used on Ethernet networks and the internet. TCP is an
acronym for Transmission Control Protocol and IP is an acronym
for Internet Protocol.

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Part 1- Initial Set-up & Basic
Configuration
This section of the manual will cover the installation and basic
configuration of the NPC. There are (4) steps required to make
your NPC work:
1. Physical Installation
2. Set General & Network Settings
3. Set Device Connections
4. Create Basic Patches
Until these steps are complete, your NPC will not be operational.
For advanced configuration of the NPC, please reference Part 2 of
this guide.
Part 1 Contents
Physical Connections 8
Installation 10
System Status Check 18

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Physical Connections
The information in this chapter identifies and describes all of the
physical connections to, controls, and indicators of the NPC.
The images below show the front and side views of the NPC. They
are designed to give you an overview of the physical attributes to
the NPC. Use numbered callouts to cross reference with the legend/
descriptions below.
Figure 2: NPC DLR 1/0 Reference Diagram
1) Power Input and Indicator: This LED will be lit if the NPC is
receiving DC input power. Plug the supplied DC Power supply into
this port to supply power to the NPC. The NPC requires a +12-
24VDC, and has a load of 800mA excluding any external loads like
Luma-Net stations or analog devices. The NPC is supplied with a
12VDC, 2.5A power supply.
2) DMX512 Indicators: Each DMX512 input and output LED
indicators will light green to show activity on their respective ports.
3) Ethernet Ports: Ethernet ports used for connection to a
ColorNet 2.0 TCP/IP Ethernet network.

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4) Luma-Net and Sapphire-Net Indicators: Show status of the
Luma-Net ports.
5) DMX512 Output Port: Output a standard DMX512 control
signal from the ColorNet network.
6) DMX512 Input Port: Any device that supplies a DMX512
signal can be connected to these ports. The dimmer information
contained within the DMX512 signal can be patched to any location
on the ColorNet network or directly to an output port.
7) Cover: Reversible cover for surface mount applications.
8) RS-232- Luma-Net Programming Port.
9) Luma-Net Port: This ports are used to connect Luma-Net or
Sapphire-Net control networks to the NPC.
Power: Accepts +12-24v DC Input power. NPC uses 3/4A, Luma-
Net run 20A max total power consumption not to exceed 2.75 A.
Inline Luma-Net power supplies can be used if more power is
needed.

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Installation
The installation and physical connections to the NPC should be
pretty straight forward and for many may be self explanatory.
However, here is a brief explanation of the required steps and any
important notes.
Physical Installation & Power
The NPC DLR has a variety of installation options which you can
choose depending on your particular needs. First, it can either be
used in table top applications or permanently installed surface
mount applications. Second, you can either use the internal
terminations or external terminations. And Third, the cover can be
installed in two orientations to either hide or make available the
external receptacles.
Observe clearances as required for proper device operation.
Front panel access for local configuration and visual status
indication, and rear access for connections. Be sure to leave
enough room for the connector!
Physical Installation
If the NPC DLR is to be used in a portable scenario or mounted to a
surface to which the DLR could cause damage, simply install the
supplied rubber feet to the bottom of the unit, one in each corner.
If the NPC DLR is to be permanently installed in a surface mounted
fashion, locate an area on your wall or other surface suitable for the
device and clear of obstructions, then use the keyholes on the back
to attach the device to the surface. Use screws suitable for your
particular application (
see figure 3 following ).

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Figure 3: DLR Permanent Installation
Cover Installation Options
Although the orientation of the cover is perhaps the last thing you
will need to address, it is important to recognize and plan for the
options early on. The cover can be installed in two fashions, either
making all exterior receptacles visible or hiding them.
Figure 4: DLR Front Cover
"Key Holes" for screw mounting KO's for Conduit Entry
-OR-

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If you will be using the external terminations, install the cover
such that the external receptacles are visible.
Figure 5: DLR Open Cover Terminations
Cover Installation Screws

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If you will be using the internal terminations, install the cover
such that the external receptacles are hidden (reference figure 4-
6). Make sure that you insert the cover tabs into the cover tab
insertion holes on the front of the device.
Figure 6: DLR Cover Tabs
Cover Installation Screws
Cover Tabs
Cover Tab Insertion
Holes

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Terminations
Reference the diagram and charts below for termination location of
terminations for both internal and external termination methods.
Figure 7: Internal Terminations
Internal Terminations, Top View, Cover Removed (see wiring charts below)
DMX Output
Luma-Net
DMX Input
Power

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Figure 8: External Terminations
LUMA-NET 3
SAPPHIRE-NET
ACTIVE ACTIVE
DMX
OUT
DMX
IN
DMX 512 OUT DMX 512 IN
COLORNET
R
10/100 RS 232
NPDLR-000
T
Amphenol
Amphenol
LIGHTING CONTROL DIVISION
Luma-Net
Terminal Function Wire(Belden 9829+(2)#14)
Pair Color
1
2
3
4
5
6
Rem +
Rem-
Common
+V
Term
N/C 2
White/Blue
Blue/White
N/C
N/C
1
#14AWG Black
Red
Note:pair #2 has no connections.
Note:2.5 A Max
DMX Pinout
Pin
1
5
4
3
2
Function
Common
Data 1-
Data 1+
Data 2-(N/C)
Data 2+(N/C)
Wire (Belden 9829)
Pair Color
-
Shield
Black
1
2Black
Red
White
*
*
* Ref. silkscreen on PC Board for
particular internal terminations.
To PC serial port
To network HUB (if direct to
device, use crossover cable).
*Ref.silkscreen on PC Board for
particular internal terminations.

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Jumper P4
Figure 9: Jumper P4, NPC, Top View
The NPC DLR has a feature unique to this model of NPC in that it
allows default factory configuration to be restored upon power up,
regardless of any changes which have been made. Additionally,
there are many configuration changes which are prohibited when
this feature is enabled.
To enable this feature, jumper P4 should be "ON". That means a
jumper connects the two pins on the header labeled as "P4" (see
figure 10).
Jumper P4
ON: Restore default configuration P4 power
up
OFF: Use custom/user configuration

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Figure 10: Jumper P4 "ON" Position Jumper P4 "OFF"
Position
The default settings create the following patches:
Luma-Net respond to level query:Yes (effective release 3.11)
Relay Group Data: No
Status Message Broadcast: No
Broadcast Receive: Yes
Time & Date Broadcast: No
Operating Mode: Send & Receive
DHCP for IP Address: Yes
To disable this feature and allow for custom configurations, jumper
P4 should be in the "OFF" position. That means that the jumper
does not connect the two pins on the header labeled as "P4" (see
figure 10).
Jumper P4
"ON" Position
Jumper P4
"OFF" position
LUMA-NET INPUT ColorNet Universe #1
DMX INPUT ColorNet Universe #1
ColorNet Universe #1 DMX OUTPUT

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System Status Check
Make your final power connections and apply power.
At this point in time, your NPC should be operational. There’s a bit
of configuration which must still be done, but all your connections
are made. To checkout the system, observe the LED’s on the front
of the unit.
Figure 11: Successful Status of LED
Lit LED indicates
power OK. Luma-Net active LED
lit indicates Luma-Net
OK. (Or Sapphire-Net)
DMX active LED's only lit when
actually transmitting or receiving DMX
data (subject to configuration).
Flashing LED indicates active
data on network.

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Part 2: Wrapping Up
This section of the manual will show you the basic procedural steps
to advanced configuration without spending anytime explaining the
"why’s" of what you are doing.
The way to configure the NPC DLR is via a PC connected to the
network, using the telnet program. Telnet is provided with all copies
of Microsoft Windows and many other operating systems. It is
assumed that you are using a Microsoft Windows system. In order
to use the Telnet program, you must first know the IP address of
the NPC to which you are connecting.
Obtaining the IP Address of your DLR
If you do not already know the IP address of your NPC DLR, you
can retrieve it by performing the following steps:
Step 1 Obtain the LumaEdit software by retrieving
the disk you received with your system, or
downloading from our website
(www.colortran.com) under the
"Downloads" section.
Step 2 Start the software, and perform the steps
necessary to do an "NPC Search"
(reference the program help files).
Step 3 If you’re connected to the network to
which your NPC resides, after a few
seconds the program should report all
connected NPC’s. Yours is guaranteed to
be on the list.
Now that you have the IP address, this information can be used
throughout the rest of the procedures in this manual.
Both the connected PC and the NPC must be on the same
"subnet" in order to connect to the NPC. If it’s just your NPC
and computer connected tot he network, use an IP address for
the computer of 100.0.0.1 and a subnet (or subnet mask) of
255.0.0.0. If there are other devices or a DHCP server on your
network, contact your network administrator.