LSC Lighting EKO - Manual (Page 9)

EKO Dimmer Product Description
Operator Manual V2.3
LSC Lighting Systems (Aust) Pty. Ltd Page 5
2.9 OPTIONS
The following options are available;
2.9.1 LSCnet
LSCnet is a control and monitoring network
connecting the EKO to other devices such as
ePlates (wall controllers) and PCs running LSC’s
“Houston” monitoring software (see below).
LSCnet uses industry standard Cat5 cable and
RJ45 connectors for the interconnection of
devices. The EKO LSCnet option also supplies
the power for up to 4 ePlates via the Cat5 cable.
2.9.2 RCD Input Breaker
The EKO dimmers can be supplied with optional
factory fitted
three phase input RCD (Residual
Current Device) protection. EKO models fitted
with RCD’s are identified by “/R” in the model
number.
The EKO324/R and EKO612/R are fitted with
two 63A 30mA RCD’s.
The EKO3312/R and EKO606/R are fitted with
one 63A 30mA RCD.
2.9.3 Single Phase Input
The EKO dimmers can be supplied to operate
from a single phase power input.
2.9.4 Switched Output Channels
The EKO can be supplied with outputs that only
switch
between OFF and ON. These outputs
are suitable for controlling non resistive loads.
2.9.5 RCD Output Breakers
The EKO dimmers can be supplied with optional
factory fitted
RCD output breakers. RCD
breakers are larger than normal MCB’s and
hence the maximum number of dimmer
channels is reduced.
2.9.6 “Houston” Monitoring Software
Houston is an optional Windows PC application
that allows the remote monitoring of all LSCnet
enabled products. This includes the EKO
dimmers and ePlate wall controllers.
Any operational faults such as input phase
failure, loss of DMX, over temperature are all
sent over the LSCnet from all of the devices to
one or more PCs running the Houston software.
The user is immediately notified of a fault when
the normally GREEN status indicator starts
flashing RED. A quick glance at the screen then
gives all the detailed information about the
device affected and the nature of the fault.
This information is invaluable for the fast
diagnosis of any problems in all situations. Large
stadium concerts or installations with dimmers in
different locations such as distant plant rooms
are now easily monitored from a central location.
Installers can see the status of a remote venue
such as a school, church or theme park from
their office via a Wi-Fi link or an internet
connection.
Houston also keeps a permanent log of all
system events for later viewing. These are
stored with the time and date of the fault,
allowing further diagnosis of a problem, even if it
is not reported until weeks later.
2.10 FEATURES
2.10.1 Installation Frame.
The EKO dimmers incorporate a cleverly
designed installation frame that can be fixed in
position without the dimmer being present.
Screw terminals on the installation frame allow
the load and control wiring to be terminated on
the frame in a clear and unhindered manner.
This allows the majority of the installation work
to be performed without the dimmer present.
The dimmer is therefore not subjected to
possible building site dust, water or damage.
When the installation is ready for
commissioning, the dimmer can be hung on the
installation frame and the dimmers and control
are then plugged into the special terminals on
the installation frame. To complete the
installation, the supply is connected to the
dimmers and the dimmers are configured. This
method allows the largest 24 channel dimmer to
be easily installed onto the frame and made fully
operational in less than 5 minutes.
2.10.2 LCD Touch Screen.
Dimmer configuration, patching and local control
is achieved via a backlit touch screen graphical
LCD on the front panel. A lock code can be used
to prevent unauthorised tampering.
2.10.3 Reversible Door.
The lockable hinged front door allows easy
access for servicing. The door has been
designed with reversible hinges and lock that
allows it to be customised to suit the installation
environment.
2.10.4 Low Noise Operation.
The dimmers are designed for 100% duty cycle
operation across all channels simultaneously.
The EKO features variable speed fan cooling to
minimise noise. The fan only operates when
required.
High quality toroidal inductors limit the rise time
to 300 micro seconds to minimise electrical
interference.
2.10.5 Variety of Output Loads.
Using LSC’s Pulse Transformer Fired Dimmer
(PTFD™) output circuitry means that virtually
any load can be controlled perfectly. Pin spots,
ELV lamps, transformers, strobes and even a
5w pilot lamp can all be smoothly controlled
without the need for dummy loads.
2.10.6 Fully Approved.
The EKO dimmers are CE and C tick approved.