NSI LUMA-NET 400CP Operating instructions

LUMA-NET
400CP REMOTE CONTROL PANEL
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE
Software Revision 3.00, Version C
INTRODUCTION
The NSI 400CP represents a key part of a state of the art, total lighting control system. Combined with NSI
dimmers and optionally, an NSI memory control console, a totally integrated system is achieved.
The 400CP can automatically take control of up to 512 dimmer channels. Control is automatically passed between
400CP’s and the memory control console as desired. The 400CP is exceptionally easy to operate and features 4
zone control with programmable fade times. Remote lockout capability is also included. Installation is a snap
with the simple 4 wire digital connection required.
IMPORTANT
•Programming differs from older 400CP panels (prior to release 3.00), please read instructions.
•400CP control panels with software release 3.00 and higher are not directly compatible and will not
operate with older 400CP panels with software prior to release 3.00. Contact dealer or factory for
modifications if necessary.
•NSI dimming systems used with these release 3.00 panels require the following software releases:
2408CD, 2408CR, 2404CD release 2.30 and above.
DDS 8600/8800/9600/9800 release 1.30 and above. *
DDS 6000 release 1.30 and above. *
DDS 5300/5500/5600 release 1.30 and above. *
*Optional interface kit required for these units.

WIRING
The 400CP will only operate with NSI dimming and control systems explicitly designed for interfacing with it.
Communication between the 400CP and the dimming system is via a 4 wire interface. Three wires carry the RS
422/485 bi-directional data. A fourth wire carries the DC voltage necessary for powering the unit.
Wiring cable between the 400CP and the dimming system is class 2 and should be at least 22 AWG, 4 conductor
shielded, twisted pairs. (BELDEN 8302, 8723; 22 AWG.)
The 400CP may be connected to the dimming system via parallel or daisy-chained wiring. Due to power supply
current demands, 400CP’s must be limited to 5 units per daisy chain run with 22 awg wire, or 10 units with 20
AWG wire.
The Luma-net panels feature plug on wiring terminals. The terminals may be unplugged from the panel to facilitate
ease of wiring and testing. Connect the terminals marked remote+, remote-, common, and +15 VDC to the same
respective terminals on the dimming system and other 400CPs. Use one twisted pair for remote+ and remote- and
the other pair for common and +15 VDC.
The wiring to the remote lockout switch, if used, can be simple 2 conductor 22 AWG. Connect the wires from
the switch to the lockout+ and lockout- terminals. Any panel or group of panels may be locked-out remotely by
interrupting the +15V supply to the panels. This should not affect any other panels still powered, or affect lighting
levels currently set.
IMPORTANT: Verify wiring is correct before powering system! Make sure nothing conductive may touch
pc board or components!
MOUNTING
The 400CP will mount in any standard double-gang electrical box with the 4 screws provided. See below paragraph
on system turn-on before final mounting of panels.
SYSTEM TURN-ON
It is very important that the system operation be verified one panel at a time. Else, an improper connection at
one panel would cause the entire system to not operate properly and may be difficult to diagnose.
After all terminal plugs have been wired and the dimmer system has been installed and tested, the installer is ready
to connect each panel to the system. Panels may be plugged-in while system is live, but the installer must take
care not to touch PC board or connections with fingers or metal objects. On daisy-chain runs, the panels closest
to the dimming system should be connected first.
400CP panels without dip switches must have their network ID programmed after the power is connected. The
panels that are provided with dipswitches should have the ID set before the system is powered. It is recommended
that the installer review the programming procedures for network ID before proceding. A duplicate network ID
number will cause the entire network to malfunction.
Connect the first panel and immediately notice whether the POWER LED comes on, indicating power to the
panel. The BUSY LED should come on momentarily and then go out and stay out. This indicates a successful
reconfiguration of the network. If the BUSY LED flashes slowly, this indicates a duplicate ID number or wiring
problem. Program the ID number, if not already, and observe the BUSY LED. (Note, the busy LED also flashes
quickly when the program jumper is removed).
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Now test the dimmer function by programming one scene or zone and operating the panel. If the dimmer responds,
then mount the panel and procede to the next panel in the system and follow the same procedure .
LEDS
The PWR LED indicates the presence of +15VDC to the panel.
The BUSY LED indicates the following:
Off Normal state when there is no activity.
Short Blinks A message is being sent on the network.
Steady on or Slow flashing Network trying to reconfigure (bad ID?)
While programming, the following actions are normal.
Quickly flashing Programming mode, no mode selected.
Off Programming mode, mode selected.
LOCKOUT
Any 400CP may be disabled from operation with a remote key switch or other contact closure. Several Luma-net
panels of the same version may be connected to the same contacts in parallel as long as polarity is maintained.
Closing the contact will prevent connected panels from operating, regardless of button presses.
Luma-net panels may also be locked out by causing a switch to disconnect the +15V supply to the panels.
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PROGRAMMING
Several parameters must be programmed into the 400CP for it to operate properly:
Maximum number of dimmers channels.
Dimmer channel assignments for each zone.
Fade time for each zone.
Master / Slave Mode.
Network ID number (IMPORTANT).
Optionally, the unit may be ordered preprogrammed from the factory. Any field modifications can be made if
necessary.
Factory Default Setting:
The 400CP is programmed at the factory for zone 1-4 to be set for channel 1-4 respectively. The fade rate ant
other parameters are also set to factory defaults. This may be acceptable for initial testing. If necessary to return
the 400CP panel to it’s factory default settings (except network ID), follow this procedure:
1. Remove program jumper block and disconnect plug-in terminal block.
2. Hold down all ZONE 1-4 LOWER buttons while connecting terminal block.
Full Memory Clear:
Normally, the 400CP will not require memory clearing. Once the memory is cleared, all parameters, including
fade rate, must be reprogrammed. Unless it is necessary to clear memory to remove a large orunknown programming,
skip these steps.
1. Remove program jumper block and disconnect terminal block.
2. Hold down all ZONE 1-4 RAISE buttons while connecting the terminal block.
Prepare the 400CP for reprogramming:
In order to program the 400CP, a jumper block must be removed from the program jumper pins (See diagram).
This will allow data to be stored in the eeprom memory. At this point the BUSY LED will start flashing, indicating
that you are in the program select mode.
IMPORTANT: After programming it is important to replace the programming jumper block so memory
will be protected.
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Maximum number of dimmers.
This parameter must be set to reflect a number greater than or equal to the maximum number of dimmer channels
installed in the system. The factory default is 32 dimmer channels. If this number is correct then this step may
be ignored.
The maximum number of dimmers may be set as follows:
1. Make sure that the 400CP is in the program select mode as discussed.
2. Press the zone 1 increase button and the BUSY led will quit flashing.
3. Press button representing desired number of dimmers as shown in the diagram.
4. If more than 256 dimmers are required then press a second button so that the sum of the values of the two
buttons pressed will equal the desired number of dimmers.
5. The unit will exit this programming mode and the BUSY LED will start flashing again on release of the
second press, or after a few seconds if only one press was required.
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Assigning dimmer channels to each scene.
Each of the zones of the 400CP must be programmed with the desired dimmer channel assignments. Only the
dimmer channels assigned will be affected by each zone’s increase and decrease buttons.
In order to easily identify dimmer channels while programming, the system should have all installed lamps or loads
operational. If this is not possible, the 400CP to be programmed should be temporarily connected nearby to the
dimmer units so that the control LEDs of the dimmers may be observed to verify channel selection.
To program each zone:
1. Make sure that the 400CP is in the program select mode as discussed. The BUSY LED should be flashing.
2. Press the zone 2 increase button to select "dimmer assignment mode" and the BUSY LED will stop flashing.
3. Press INCREASE button representing desired zone to be programmed. At this point, all currently assigned
dimmers will come on. The current dimmer selector will be set to one.
4. Use the buttons marked as UP and DOWN in diagram to increment or decrement the dimmer channel selector.
Tap the buttons the required number of times to reach the dimmer channel to be assigned.
5. Use the ADD and DELETE buttons to add or delete this dimmer from the zone. The lamps connected to
this dimmer channel will come on full when the ADD button is pressed. Observe lamps or dimmer LEDs
to verify correct channel has been selected.
6. Anew zone can be programmed at any time by pressing the appropriate zone INCREASE button. The dimmer
selector number will always return to one when changing zones.
7. To exit this programming mode; press both the UP and DOWN buttons at the same time. The BUSY LED
will start flashing again when both buttons are then released.
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Zone fade time programming.
Each zone may be programmed with an individual fade time. This is the time it will take the dimmer channels
assigned to go from full off to full on and visa versa. Fade time can vary from 0 to 13 seconds. A longer fade
time will increase the accuracy when using the increase and decrease buttons to set desired lighting levels. A fade
time of 0 seconds will cause instant full on or full off operation whenever the increase or decrease buttons are
pressed. If the factory default setting of 5 seconds is desired for each zone then this step may be ignored.
To program zone fade time:
1. Make sure that the 400CP is in the program select mode as discussed.
2. Press the zone 3 increase button to enter "fade time mode"and the BUSY LED will stop flashing.
3. Select the desired zone by pressing the associated button as shown in the diagram.
4. Press button marked with desired fade time in seconds.
5. Unit will exit this programming mode after the release of the button and the BUSY LED will start flashing
again.
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Master/Slave Mode .
400CP panels may be slaved to one another. Several panels may act as slaves to a master panel which contains
the programming. The slaves will mimic the master LED’s and will operate the scenes and fade times of the
master. This is ideal for installations with several panels in one room.
To make a panel into a master (factory default); set the Master\Slave ID to 0. To make a panel into a slave; set
the Master/Slave ID to the Network ID of the desired master to slave to.
To set Master/Slave ID number:
1. Make sure that the 400CP is in the program mode as discussed.
2. Press the zone 4 increase button and the BUSY LED will stop flashing
3. Look up the necessary sequence of 1’s and 0’ for the ID number on the chart at the end of this section.
4. Using the two buttons indicated below, enter the eight number sequence of 1’s and 0’s.
5. The unit will exit this program mode at the release of the eighth press, and the BUSY LED will start flashing
again.
NOTE : All other programming (except network ID) will have no effect if unit is made into a slave. The
master unit willcontains the programming for all units slaved to it. Slave units must also still have a unique
Network ID number (see following section).
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Network ID number.
Since the Luma-net System is a digital network, all panels and devices attached (except dimmers) must have a
unique network ID number.
If two panels have the same network ID number, the entire network will stop functioning.
Panels without a dipswitch must follow this procedure otherwise simply set the dipswitch as per the chart on the
following page.
To set Network ID number (units without dipswitch):
1. Make sure that the 400CP is in the program mode as discussed.
2. Press the zone 1,2,3,4 increase buttons at the same time and the BUSY LED will stop flashing
3. Look up the necessary sequence of 1’s and 0’ for the ID number on the chart at the end of this section.
4. Using the two buttons indicated below, enter the eight number sequence of 1’s and 0’s.
5. The unit will exit this program mode at the release of the eighth press, and the BUSY LED will start flashing
again.
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ID number codes / dipswitch settings
ID number 12345678 ID number 12345678 ID number 12345678
000000000 110000000 201000000
311000000 400100000 510100000
601100000 711100000 800010000
910010000 10 01010000 11 11010000
12 00110000 13 10110000 14 01110000
15 11110000 16 00001000 17 10001000
18 01001000 19 11001000 20 00101000
21 10101000 22 01101000 23 11101000
24 00011000 25 10011000 26 01011000
27 11011000 28 00111000 29 10111000
30 01111000 31 11111000 32 00000100
33 10000100 34 01000100 35 11000100
36 00100100 37 10100100 38 01100100
39 11100100 40 00010100 41 10010100
42 01010100 43 11010100 44 00110100
45 10110100 46 01110100 47 11110100
48 00001100 49 10001100 50 01001100
51 11001100 52 00101100 53 10101100
54 01101100 55 11101100 56 00011100
57 10011100 58 01011100 59 11011100
60 00111100 61 10111100 62 01111100
63 11111100 64 00000010 65 10000010
66 01000010 67 11000010 68 00100010
69 10100010 70 01100010 71 11100010
72 00010010 73 10010010 74 01010010
75 11010010 76 00110010 77 10110010
78 01110010 79 11110010 80 00001010
81 10001010 82 01001010 83 11001010
84 00101010 85 10101010 86 01101010
87 11101010 88 00011010 89 10011010
90 01011010 91 11011010 92 00111010
93 10111010 94 01111010 95 11111010
96 00000110 97 10000110 98 01000110
99 11000110 100 00100110 101 10100110
102 01100110 103 11100110 104 00010110
105 10010110 106 01010110 107 11010110
108 00110110 109 10110110 110 01110110
111 11110110 112 00001110 113 10001110
114 01001110 115 11001110 116 00101110
117 10101110 118 01101110 119 11101110
120 00011110 121 10011110 122 01011110
123 11011110 124 00111110 125 10111110
126 01111110 127 11111110
For channels 129 - 256 Set dipswitch 1-7 as above and set dipswitch #8 on.
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OPERATION
To raise lighting levels:
Press and hold the increase button of the zone desired. The 400cp will then take control of all dimmer channels
assigned to the selected zone and increase lighting levels at the programmed fade rate. Release button when correct
lighting levels are attained.
To lower lighting levels:
Press and hold the decrease button of the zone desired. The 400cp will then take control of all dimmer channels
assigned to the selected zone and decrease lighting levels at the programmed fade rate. Release button when correct
lighting levels are attained.
To restore control from a console:
Simply perform a change in the channel level from the console. The lighting channel will then fade back to the
new console level at the same fade rate as last commanded by the 400CP for that channel. Once the console level
matches or is moved past the lighting level, full console control will be resumed for that channel.
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WARRANTY
NSI Corporation Limited Warranty
NSI Corporation warrants new electronics products to be free from defective materials and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from the date of purchase to the original owner when purchased from an authorized NSI
dealer.
The purchaser is responsible for completing and mailing to NSI, within 15 days of purchase, the warranty registration
card enclosed with each product. NSI products that have been subject to accident, alteration, abuse, or defacing
of the serial number are not covered by this warranty. The normal wear and tear of items such as knobs, jacks,
and switches are not covered under this warranty.
If your NSI product requires service during the warranty period, NSI will repair or replace, at its option, defective
materials provided you have identified yourself as the original owner of the product to NSI or any authorized NSI
dealer. Transportation charges to and from an authorized dealer or the NSI factory for repairshall be the responsibility
of the owner. All products returned to NSI must have factory authorization for return prior to shipping.
NSI Corporation is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages resulting from defect or failure other
than repairs of the NSI product subject to the terms of this warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other
agreements and warranties expressed or implied except as may be otherwise required by law.
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