LSC Unity UIR48 User manual

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Unity Modular Power System
User Manual
LSC Control Systems
ABN 21 090 801 675
[phone]
[email protected]
www.lsccontrol.com
48 Channels 96 Channels
Version V 2.03
March 2023

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Disclaimer
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such as product design and documentation. To achieve this goal, we undertake to release
software updates for all products on a regular basis. In light of this policy, some detail contained
in this manual may not match the exact operation of your product. Information contained in this
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conjunction with this manual.
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ABN 21 090 801 675
65-67 Discovery Road
Dandenong South, Victoria 3175 Australia
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Contents
1Product Description ...................................................................................5
1.1 About this Manual.......................................................................................................5
1.2 UNITY Overview.........................................................................................................5
1.3 UNITY Racks..............................................................................................................5
1.4 UCM UNITY Control Module.......................................................................................7
1.4.1 Status LED..........................................................................................................7
1.5 Output Modules..........................................................................................................7
1.5.1 Comms LED........................................................................................................8
1.5.2 Status LED..........................................................................................................8
1.5.3 Channel LEDS.....................................................................................................8
1.5.4 Channel Select Buttons.......................................................................................8
1.5.5 UDM UNITY Dimmer Module...............................................................................9
1.5.6 ULM UNITY LED Dimmer Module .......................................................................9
1.5.7 USM UNITY Switch Module.................................................................................9
1.5.8 Replacing Modules..............................................................................................9
2Quick Start Guide .....................................................................................10
2.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................10
2.2 Basic Configuration Steps ........................................................................................10
2.2.1 Channel Modes.................................................................................................10
2.2.2 Source/Patch.....................................................................................................10
2.2.3 Optional Settings...............................................................................................11
2.3 Channel Settings View..............................................................................................11
2.4 Channel Test (Riggers Test).....................................................................................12
3Menu System ............................................................................................13
3.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................13
3.2 Alarms......................................................................................................................13
3.2.1 Acknowledged Alarms.......................................................................................14
3.2.2 Persistent Alarms ..............................................................................................14
3.3 Log In.......................................................................................................................15
3.4 AutoPower Timing....................................................................................................16
3.4.1 Stagger Time.....................................................................................................16
3.4.1 Hold time...........................................................................................................16
3.5 Channel Setup..........................................................................................................17
3.5.1 Selecting Channels............................................................................................17
3.6 Channel Modes ........................................................................................................18
3.6.1 SWITCH 60%-40%............................................................................................19
3.6.2 RELAY 1%-0%..................................................................................................19
3.6.3 DIMMER............................................................................................................19

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3.6.4 ALWAYS OFF...................................................................................................19
3.6.5 ALWAYS ON.....................................................................................................19
3.6.6 AUTO POWER..................................................................................................19
3.7 Source/Patch............................................................................................................20
3.7.1 No Source .........................................................................................................21
3.7.2 DMX 1...............................................................................................................21
3.7.3 DMX 2...............................................................................................................22
3.7.4 Art-Net...............................................................................................................22
3.7.5 sACN.................................................................................................................23
3.8 Multiple Rack Numbering..........................................................................................25
3.9 Min Level..................................................................................................................25
3.10 Max Level.................................................................................................................26
3.11 Curves......................................................................................................................26
3.12 View Channels .........................................................................................................27
3.13 View Sources ...........................................................................................................28
3.14 View Logs.................................................................................................................29
3.15 Load/Save................................................................................................................30
3.16 Set Power Limits.......................................................................................................30
3.17 System Setting .........................................................................................................31
3.17.1 Network.............................................................................................................31
3.17.2 Configure Alarms...............................................................................................32
3.17.1 Set Date and Time.............................................................................................33
3.17.1 Set Rack Name .................................................................................................33
3.17.2 Reset to Defaults...............................................................................................34
3.17.3 Delete Show Files..............................................................................................36
3.17.4 Set PIN Codes...................................................................................................37
3.17.5 Removing PIN codes.........................................................................................38
3.17.6 Update Firmware...............................................................................................38
3.17.7 UNITY v1.xx to v2.xx Firmware Update.............................................................38
3.17.8 Downgrading from v2.03 to v1.05......................................................................40
3.17.9 Set Access Levels.............................................................................................40
3.17.10 Slots...............................................................................................................41
3.17.11 Configure Syslog............................................................................................42
3.17.12 Configure Custom..........................................................................................42
4HOUSTON X..............................................................................................43
5Phasing.....................................................................................................43
6Feature History.........................................................................................43
7Compliance Statements ...........................................................................45

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1Product Description
1.1 About this Manual
This “UNITY User Manual” describes the configuration and operation of the UNITY Modular
Power System.
The separate “UNITY Installation Guide” describes the installation of the UNITY Rack and the
connection of all circuits.
Throughout this manual:
•A word in BOLD text represents a button on the touch screen or a physical button
•Emphasis is indicated by underlining
•When referring to DMX, the actual DMX signal might be from one of the two DMX
inputs or from Art-Net or sACN
•Notes and Hints are in italics
1.2 UNITY Overview
UNITY is a modular hybrid dimming/power cabinet system designed for the next generation of
lighting and power control in permanent installations. It combines traditional dimming with the
latest technologies of LED control and direct power relays. UNITY provides the perfect solution
for new installations and as a retrofit for an outdated system. With the ability to control any load
including LEDs, incandescent, neon and fluorescent fixtures, UNITY also allows you to set any
channel to become a TruPower relay, perfect for powering moving lights, AV equipment and
special effects.
UNITY consists of a floor mounted installation rack that contains all external connection
terminals and internal power distribution. No rear access to the rack is required. The rack has
one dedicated slot at the top for the UNITY Control Module (UCM) and multiple slots for the
output modules below. The following types of output modules are available:
•UDM –12 channel 10 amp Dimmer/Relay Switch module
•UDM –12 channel 16 amp Dimmer/Relay Switch module
•UDM –6 channel 25 amp Dimmer/Relay Switch module (factory fitted option requires
special slot allocation)
•ULM - 12 channel 6 amp LED Dimmer/Relay Switch module
•USM - 12 channel 10 amp Switch Relay module
•USM - 12 channel 16 amp Switch Relay module
The system is not dependent on the UCM for normal operation because the output module
configuration settings are stored locally in each output module. In addition, the input control
signals are directly connected to each output module and not routed through the UCM.
1.3 UNITY Racks
There are two rack sizes available:
•The UIR48 (UNITY Installation Rack) accommodates 4 output modules giving a total of
48 output channels.
•The UIR96 accommodates 8 output modules giving a total of 96 output channels.
Note: Ordering a UDM 6 channel 25 amp module reduces the total channel count of the rack by
6 channels. The slot for the 6 channel 25 amp module is a factory fitted option and is not
interchangeable with other output modules.
The slots below the UCM can be fitted with any combination of output modules and any type of
output module can be fitted in any output module location with exception of the 6 channel
module.

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UIR48 UIR96
Top section of UIR 96 Rack
The top section of the rack contains the 3-phase circuit breakers that feed each output module.
These breakers should not be operated when their output modules are under load.
The power to the UCM is supplied from all 3 input phases via fuses located on the front of the
rack. The UCM will continue to continue to operate with only 1 phase present. The UCM fuse
type is M205 6.3A/250VAC TYPE T (Anti-surge) 1.5kA B.C.
4 Circuit
breakers
feeding
output
modules
UCM
Control
module
Output
module A
Output
module D
Output
module H
Output
module A
8 Circuit
breakers
feeding
output
modules
UCM
Control
module
3 phase
circuit
breaker
feeding
Output
Module A
3 phase
circuit
breaker
feeding
Output
Module E
UCM
module
power
fuses
LED
indicators
showing
presence of
3 Input
Phases
Output
module E

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1.4 UCM UNITY Control Module
The top module location in the UNITY rack is reserved for the UCM (UNITY Control Module).
Unique keying prevents any other type of module being inserted in the top position.
The UCM is used to configure, control and monitor the dimmers, LED dimmers and switch
modules located below it. It also acts as a control and reporting proxy to the outside world. All
relevant information can be reported to a central controller either via LSC’s HOUSTON X
reporting system or via RDM (Remote Device Management). RDM monitors and controls the
rack as a whole and reports all modules as a single unit.
The touch screen is used to configure the system and to display the current system status and
report any alarm conditions. The UCM touch screen menu system is fully described in section
3.
Unity Control Module
The (recessed) RESET button resets the operation of the UCM. All settings and configurations
are retained.
The USB connector allows for the import and export of show files, configurations and software
upgrades.
1.4.1 Status LED
The Status LED indicates the health of the system.
•Magenta = Booting up
•Green = Good
•Solid Red = UCM alarm
•Flashing Red = Alarm. See section 3.2
•Yellow = Acknowledged alarm. See section 3.2.1
•Purple = Persistent alarm, See section 3.2.2
1.5 Output Modules
The module locations below the UCM can be fitted with any type of output module. You can use
the menu system to specify that only a particular type of output module will operate in a specific
location. See section 3.17.10.
The exception is the 6 channel 25 amp UDM which can only be fitted in specifically factory wired
location. Unique keying prevents any othertype of module being inserted in a 6 channel location
and likewise the 6 channel module cannot be fitted into any other location.
All modules utilise self-aligning connectors and are locked into position using two front panel
quarter-turn camlocks. The camlocks are fitted with switches which automatically turn off all
output loads from the module when a camlock is in the open position. This feature enables you
to “hot swap” modules as loads are automatically turned off when the camlocks are opened and
turned back on when the camlocks are closed. Do not operate the 3-phase circuit breakers that
feed each output module when their output modules are under load.
Status LED
Reset button
(Recessed)
USB
connector
Touch
Screen
¼ turn
Camlock

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The output module slot locations are labelled A to D (48 channel models) or A to H (96 channel
models) from top to bottom of the rack.
Typical Output Module
The label on the left side of each module indicates the type of module:
•UDM = Dimmer/Relay Switch module
•ULM = LED Dimmer/Relay Switch module
•USM = Relay Switch module
1.5.1 Comms LED
The Comms LED on an output module indicates the following:
•Green = Normal operation. Either DMX1, DMX2, ArtNet or sACN input control sources
are being received at the module.
•Yellow = Loss (or error) of input control sources.
•Red = The module is not currently configured for any input control sources.
1.5.2 Status LED
The Status LED on an output module indicates the following:
•Green = Normal operation.
•Yellow = One of the Camlocks is open. Module operation is suspended. No outputs
from that module will operate.
•Red = Loss of internal communications.
•Red Double Flash = The module is in an incompatible slot.
1.5.3 Channel LEDS
The Channel LED on each output channel indicates the following:
•Blue = Dimmer mode. The intensity mimics the output level of the dimmer.
•Green = Switch mode. It is either On or Off to mimic the output.
•Red Double Flash = The output circuit breaker has tripped.
•Red Single Flash = The input phase is missing or out of range (for example, low volts).
1.5.4 Channel Select Buttons
The Channel Select buttons have multiple uses.
1. When using the “Channel Config” menu on the touch screen, they can be used to
select that channel for configuration.
2. When using the “View Channel” menu on the touch screen they can be used to select
that channel for viewing.
3. Channel ON/OFF. Press and HOLD (for 5 seconds) to manually turn the channel on.
Tap to turn it off. This can be used to temporarily turn on a channel for testing
purposes.
12 x Channel
LEDs
Module
Type Label
12 x Channel
Select
Buttons
12 Channel
Circuit
Breakers
Comms
LED
Status
LED

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1.5.5 UDM UNITY Dimmer Module
The UDM (UNITY Dimmer Module) provides 12 (or 6) output channels. Each channel can be
individually configured for either dimming of traditional incandescent lamps or relay power
switching.
In dimmingmode, the module utilizes pulse transformer circuitry which allows it to control difficult
loads including neon, motors and low wattage lamps, without the need for a dummy load. The
dimmer circuitry also employs high quality and virtually silent 10/16A chokes with a Rise Time
of 220µS (measured between 10% and 90% at 50% output level into maximum rated load).
In switching mode, the module uses LSC’s “TruPower” technology that bypasses the dimmer
circuitry and directly connects the output circuit to the incoming power via a mechanical relay. It
also uses “Current Control Technology” where power switching occurs when the mains voltage
is at zero volts (zero crossing point) to prevent nuisance tripping of breakers. The operation of
each power switching relay can be controlled by either the level of its DMX channel or
automatically switched on when the DMX control signal is present and off (after a programable
delay of up to 60 minutes) when DMX is no longer present. See section 3.6.6.
1.5.6 ULM UNITY LED Dimmer Module
The ULM (UNITY Led Module) provides the same features as the UDM above but is specifically
designed to dim leading edge phase controlled dimmable mains powered LED’s using LSC’s
patented LED drive technology.
1.5.7 USM UNITY Switch Module
The USM (UNITY Switch Module) provides the same features as the UDM above but without
the ability to dim making this module a more cost effective choice when dimming is not required.
1.5.8 Replacing Modules
To remove a module, use the supplied Camlock key to rotate each Camlock a quarter of a turn.
The camlocks are fitted with switches which automatically turn off all output loads from the
module when a camlock is in the open position. This feature enables you to “hot swap” modules
as loads are automatically turned off when the camlocks are opened and turned back on when
the camlocks are closed.
If an output module is replaced with another module of the same type it will automatically be
configured with the settings from the previous module as stored in the UCM.
If a module is plugged in and after a short period it has seen no communications from the UCM
(because the UCM is missing of faulty) it will activate itself with the last configuration it had.
A module location can be configured from the UCM even with the module missing. When the
module it plugged in it will be updated accordingly.

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2Quick Start Guide
2.1 Overview
All configuration of the system is performed either locally via the touch screen on the UNITY
Control Module or remotely using LSC’s HOUSTON X software, see section 4. When configuring
a new installation with a large quantity of racks and channels that have complex setups it can
be quicker to use HOUSTON X than to use the touch screen.
2.2 Basic Configuration Steps
The basic steps to configuring UNITY output channels using the touch screen are,
1. Select the channels
2. Select their operating mode
3. Select their control source/patch
The steps are listed below:
2.2.1 Channel Modes
Does the load need dimmed or switched power?
UNITY allows every channel in the rack to have its own selectable operating mode. However, in
most installations, groups of channels are usually in the same mode.
For example, channels 1 to 12 might all be set to “Dimmer” mode and the rest of the channels
set to “Switch”. If this the case in your installation you can select the channels for a particular
mode and set them all in one operation.
Touch LOG IN, LEVEL 1, CHANNEL SETUP.
To select the channels for dimmer mode touch, SELECT CHANNELS. Touch the required
channels then DONE. Use the THRU button to select a range of channels.
Touch CHANNEL MODES.
To set the selected channels to dimmer mode touch DIMMER then SAVE.
Note: Dimmer mode is not available on channels in a USM (UNITY Switch Module)
To select the channels for switch mode touch, SELECT CHANNELS. Touch the required
channels then DONE.
To set the selected channels to switch mode there are several mode choices:
•SWITCH 60%-40% (control signal above 60%=ON and below 40%=OFF). This is the
most used setting for power switching.
•RELAY 1%-0% (control signal above 1%=ON and 0%=OFF). This setting is often used
when the controlling device uses fade times so that the switching occurs at the start of
the fade.
•ALWAYS OFF (the channel is always OFF)
•ALWAYS ON (the channel is always ON)
•AUTOPOWER (channel is ON when its selected control signal is present)
Make your selection then touch SAVE.
See section 3.6 for a detailed description of “Channel Modes”.
Hint: It is a good idea to save your settings. See section 3.15
2.2.2 Source/Patch.
Which input source will control the channel?
UNITY allows every channel in the rack to have its own selectable input source. However, in
most installations, the same input source is used for all the channels in the rack. If this the case