Onq HMS EZ-Scene ALC User manual

INSTRUCTION/INSTALLATION SHEET
HMS EZ-SCENE ALC LIGHTING INTERFACE IS-0311 REV. A
Figure 1. HMS EZ-Scene ALC Lighting Interface
1. Introduction
The part no. 364806 HMS EZ-Scene ALC Lighting Interface
enables any On-Q HMS Controller or HAI OMNI controller to
control On-Q’s Advanced Lighting Controls. Additionally, the
expansion module provides local lighting scene programming
capability. EZ-Scene programming allows ALC 4-Button Scene
Switches and RF Remote Controls to learn the lighting level
settings of ALC Dimmers, Relay Switches and Non-Dimming
controls independent of the HMS Controller.
The part no. 364806-01 1-Branch HMS EZ-Scene ALC
Lighting Interface provides control of up to 31 ALC controls.
The part no. 364806-02 4-Branch HMS EZ-Scene ALC
Lighting Interface provides control of up to 124 ALC controls.
Both expansion module part nos. support a total of 64 EZ-Scene
local lighting scene programs.
The On-Q HMS Model 800 controller provides direct control
of up to 16 ALC controls on branch no. 1. The HMS Model
950 controller provides direct control of 62 ALC controls on
branch nos. 1 and 2. The HMS Model 1100 controller provides
direct control of up to 248 ALC switches using up to two part
no. 364806-02 EZ-Scene ALC Lighting Interface modules.
2. Installation
Note: If other expansion modules are connected to the HMS
controller, the EZ-Scene ALC Lighting Interface must be
installed first, that is directly above the HMS controller.
1. Remove 4 6/32 x 1/4 Phillips screws indicated as "A" in
Figure 2. Replace the screws with the 4 supplied 6/32 x 1/2
male/female Hex Standoffs. Retain screws for future step.
2. Connect supplied cable to 20 pin connector on controller
indicated as "B" in Figure 2.
3. Align the interface PCB with the hex standoffs and secure
with the 4 screws removed in step 1.
4. Connect opposite end of supplied cable to the 20 pin
connector on the interface PCB indicated as "C" in Figure 2.
5. Ensure that the address jumper indicated as "D" in Figure 2,
is set to a unique address. Factory setting is address no. 2.
Note: This example is for the HMS 800. For Models 950 and
1100 mounting is to the right side of the controller, the same
procedure should be followed.
Figure 2. HMS EZ-Scene ALC Lighting Interface Mounting
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3. Control Connections
Terminals indicated as “A” in Figure 3, provide connections for
communication to ALC controls. Branch nos. 1 - 4 can have up
to 31 ALC controls directly connected to them via up to 500 feet
of category rated cable.
Note: Part no. 364806-01 provides a single ALC
communication branch. Terminal connections for branches 2 -
4 will not be present. Part no. 364806-02 provides terminal
connections for all four communication branches.
Inputs 1 - 4, indicated as “B” in Figure 3, provide terminal
connections for On-Q’s part no. 364697-01 RF Remote Control
Receiver or other external device outputs. These four logic-level
inputs simulate the four buttons of an ALC Scene Switch. These
inputs are referred to as Virtual Scene Switch Inputs. Each one
of the four inputs can have an EZ-Scene program assigned to it.
The external device may provide dry contact or voltage outputs
(5-12VDC) to the inputs. The external device’s outputs must be
configured as normally open/logic high (5-12VDC). A virtual
switch press is registered when the external device’s outputs
become closed/logic low (<0.8VDC) for at least 100msec. All
contact closures or voltages are applied between each input
connection and GND.
External devices requiring 12VDC power, such as ALC Branch
Hub (P/N 364677-01 and P/N364736-01) or RF Remote
Control Receiver (P/N364697-01), may draw their power from
the HMS Controller’s AUX 12V and GND power connections.
The 12VDC power connections are indicated as “C” in Figure 3.
Note: Do not exceed the HMS controller’s device load limit.
Consult the HMS controller’s installation manual for device
load ratings.
ALC controls may be connected directly to the branch
communication terminal connections as shown in Figure 4.
Correct polarity must be maintained.
Figure 3. Input and Bran
c
h Communication Connections Figure 4. Direct ALC Communication Wiring
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ALC controls may also be connected to the EZ-Scene Interface
via a Branch Hub (part nos. 364677-01 or 364736-01) as shown
in Figure 5. Each Branch Hub supports an additional 500 ft. of
category 3/5/5E branch communication cable in addition to
providing a more structured installation. The HMS Controller
can provide 12VDC power to each Branch Hub.
Note: Do not exceed the HMS controller’s device load limit.
Consult the HMS controller’s installation manual for device
load ratings.
Figure 6 illustrates connection of the RF Remote Control
Receiver (part no. 364697-01) to the EZ-Scene Interface’s
inputs. The HMS Controller can provide 12VDC power to the
RF Remote Control Receiver. All connections should be
configured to the normally open position. All common points
should be tied to circuit ground (GND).
Note: White/Green conductor terminates to R2 COMMON
AND R4 COMMON. Green conductor terminates to R1
COMMON AND R3 COMMON.
Figure 5. Branch Hub Connection Figure 6. RF Remote Control Receiver
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4. Operation
Upon powering up the EZ-Scene Interface, the STATUS LED
indicator will blink at a rate of approximately 1 blink per second.
If the STATUS indicator remains On or Off, it is an indication
of a fault. In the event of a fault, check all connections and
power to the HMS Controller.
Subsequent to making any alterations to the system, such as an
address change to an ALC control, the EZ-Scene Interface
should be reset. Resetting can be accomplished either by
removing power or by momentarily pressing the RESET button.
Note: Remove power to the Interface prior to connecting new
devices. Verify all connections prior to restoring power
The ACTIVITY LED indicator serves as a diagnostic feature.
The ACTIVITY LED will blink whenever ALC control activity
is detected. The LED will also blink when activity is detected at
any of the four inputs. The ACTIVITY LED is particularly
useful in verifying proper connection of ALC controls. When
any properly communicating ALC switch button is pressed or
any properly connected input is activated, the ACTIVITY LED
indicator will blink in response to the event.
HMS Lighting Control
Complete instructions for controlling and programming ALC
controls from the HMS Controller and configuring the HMS
controller for EZ-Scene Interface operation, can be found in the
installation and owner’s manuals included with each HMS
controller.
Programming Local Lighting Scenes
A total of 64 lighting scenes can be programmed into each EZ-
Scene Interface. All memorized lighting levels are retained in the
EZ-Scene Interface’s memory (EEPROM). All scene programs
are preserved in the event of a power outage. Local lighting scene
programming and operation is not limited by the unit control
capacity of the HMS controller. For example, although the
HMS Model 800 controller is limited to control of 16 ALC
controls, up to 124 ALC controls can be included in locally
programmed lighting scenes.
Note: Up to two EZ-Scene Interfaces may be connected to an
HMS Model 1100 controller, however local lighting scene
programming of each EZ-Scene Interface will function as an
independent area.
The EZ-Scene Interface is placed into “Scene Learning Mode” in
order to define the ALC lighting levels for a local lighting scene
program. The user places the system into “Scene Learning
Mode” by pressing and holding any ALC Scene Switch button
or pulling Inputs 1 - 4 low (GND) for 15 seconds.
The LED indicator on the ALC Scene Switch blinks
continuously when the button has been held long enough.
Additionally, the EZ-Scene Interface module’s ACTIVITY LED
indicator will blink continuously to indicate that “Scene
Learning Mode” has been entered.
After 15 seconds, the user should release the button or input to
allow it to return to its normal state. The user then sets all
lighting levels to be controlled by the lighting scene. The user
must press each ALC Dimmer, Relay Switch or Non-Dimming
control if it is to be included in the new local lighting scene
program. The final output level of the selected ALC Dimmer,
Relay Switch or Non-Dimming control will be stored in the
local lighting scene program.
After setting all lighting levels of ALC controls that are intended
to be included in the new local lighting scene program, the user
should momentarily press and release the button to complete the
programming operation. The EZ-Scene Interface’s ACTIVITY
LED and the ALC Scene Switches’ LED indicator will stop
blinking when the system leaves the Scene Learning Mode.
Programming of the new lighting scene is now completed and
stored in EEPROM memory.
While the system is in Scene Learning Mode, no other system
functions may be performed during this time. If the user does
not complete programming of the local lighting scene within 10
minutes, the system automatically leaves the Scene Learning
Mode and no changes are made to any local lighting scenes.
Restoring Local Lighting Scenes
To restore a locally programmed lighting scene, the user
momentarily presses and releases the desired Scene Switch or RF
Remote Control button. All ALC lighting controls belonging to
that scene are then set to their programmed levels. ALC lighting
controls not belonging to the scene are not affected when the
scene is restored.
Re-Programming Local Lighting Scenes
To change the ALC lighting controls or levels that are included
in a scene, the user simply repeats the scene programming
process. The lighting levels for the new local lighting scene will
replace the old ones. To remove a local lighting scene from any
button or input, simply enter Scene Learning Mode then press
that button or input again without changing any lighting levels.
That button or input will then be assigned an “empty” scene.
Warranty
On-Q warrants to the end-user, each new HMS EZ-Scene ALC
Lighting Interface to be free of defects in materials or
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original
purchase from On-Q or its authorized reseller or installer. Each
product is deemed warrantable under conditions of normal use
and when installed and operated within On-Q specifications and
in accordance with the applicable National Electrical Code.
When determined to be warrantable, On-Q shall at its option
and expense, replace any defective product with a new or
reconditioned product. On-Q will continue to warrant any
replaced product for a period of ninety (90) days from shipment,
or through the end of the original warranty period, which ever is
longer.
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