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channel dimmer module.
12x16A Breaker module
: Mains distribution modules provide static
power, which can be routed through the hot-patch bay and down the
multicore cables, usually used to power intelligent lighting. The module
has 12 channels of mains power, which can be manually switched using
the front circuit breakers.
Note: If the mains distribution module is fitted as module B, C or D then
24 static power outputs are available on the hot-patch panel. If it is
fitted as module A then 48 static power outputs are available.
12x16A Contactor module
: Relay modules are like mains distribution
modules but each channel can be switched on/off by DMX control. These
modules are useful if large numbers of ballasts or other special lighting
effects need to be controlled. The relay module has “load present”
indicators and control knob allowing manual control of the channel.
Blank panel
: If a bay is to be left empty fit a blanking panel to balance
the air flow inside the dimmer and prevent live parts to be exposed
Dimmer Channel Mapping
The ART2000 system allocates dimmer channels depending on the module
type fitted to the rack up to a maximum of 48 dimmer channels.
Therefore a two bay frame fitted with two 6 channel modules will use
dimmer channel 1-6 and 7-12, and the same frame fitted with 12 channel
modules will allocated channels 1-12 for the first module and 13-24 for the
next module. In the case of a breaker module preceding a dimmer module
in the rack the dimmer channel 1 will start at the first available dimmer
channel.
Module Type
Allocated channels
12 channel 16A dimmer
12
6 channel 32A dimmer
6
3 channel 63A dimmer
3
12 channel 16A contactor
12
12 channel 16A breaker
0
No Bay fitted (blanking plate)
0
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Control module
At the top of the rack front is the control module. This allows you to set up
how the dimmers will work. There are also voltage and optional current
meters, with phase selector switches, and neon indicators to show if the
power is connected correctly.
The voltmeter switch allows you to measure the phase-neutral and phase-
phase voltages. A rotary switch below the test neons allows you to select
which phase the electronics is powered from.
The “Display contrast” control allows you to adjust the darkness of the
display.
The “Reset” button allows you to reset the system using a small pointed
implement.
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Installing the ART2000
This chapter contains details of how to install the ART2000 rack, either for
