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Do not attach any other type of load to the outputs if dimming of the
outputs is enabled! Using an improper load can damage both the attached
device and the FNIP-6x2AD, creating a potential fire hazard!
Only use lights with built-in ballasts/drivers that meet CE emission
standards. For example, spikes generated by certain LED drivers can
damage the dimmer.
Apart from dimming, the FNIP-6x2AD can also be used to switch (on/off only) non-
dimmable loads that don’t exceed the specifications.
As a precaution, dimming of the outputs is disabled by default. If you use dimmable
loads, you must enable dimming for each channel.
Local inputs
For each output there is a local input to allow for manual operation. If you do not
wish to use local inputs, this section may be skipped.
Connect dry contacts (pushbuttons, momentary switches, relay contacts, etc.) or
open collector transistor outputs across the appropriate input terminals and the
input common terminal. Voltage for the inputs is supplied by the module itself.
WARNING! Avoid supplying voltage on these terminals!
All input ports are galvanically isolated to protect the unit against unwanted effects
of ground loops, overvoltage or misconnections.
The galvanic isolation is only effective when an independent power supply is used
for powering the inputs. The FNIP-6x2AD has separate power input terminals for
this purpose. See section “Power Requirements” if you don’t want to use two
separate power supply units.
To assure an additional level of safe and reliable operation, the inputs are also
software protected against the effects of noise spikes that usually occur when
heavy inductive loads (motors, fans, etc.) are switched nearby.
Three-way switches can be implemented by simply connecting multiple
momentary switches in parallel.
