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RDSx Dimmer
Station
Overview
The Vantage RF Dimmer Station is a wall box dimmer that
connects to the Vantage Control System. It is available in 1-4
load configurations that can be mounted respectively in 1-4
gang back boxes. It is powered via the local line feed, and
communicates with the system through a radio transceiver.
Before the dimmer is programmed, or if communication is lost,
the dimmer functions in default mode as an independent
dimmer. Once a button is programmed it can perform any
operation that a standard station supports controlling its own or
other loads. Any load on the dimmer can be controlled by any
other keypad, IR input or timed event. It supports up to eight
keypad buttons, and an optional internal IR receiver.
System Requirements
Master Controller firmware version 5.92 or higher and
Q-Link software version 3.10 or higher is required for proper
operation.
Minimum Back Box Dimensions
Number of Gangs
Minimum Back Box Dimensions
1
2.80”h x 1.80”w x 2.5”d
2
2.80”h x 3.60”w x 2.5”d
3
2.80”h x 5.40”w x 2.5”d
4
2.80”h x 7.20”w x 2.5”d
With these dimensions most standard back boxes that have
the receiving threads for the Dimmer mounting screw inside
the box will be adequate. Most back boxes where the receiving
threads are outside the box will be too small.
Load Ratings
Number of Gangs
Maximum Rating at 120V 60Hz
1
5A, 600W
2
8.3A, 1000W
3
12.5A, 1500W
4
16.7A, 2000W
No individual load can exceed 5A, 600W.
The RF Dimmer Station is for control of incandescent or
low voltage magnetic lamp fixtures only.
This unit shall be provided with a maximum of 30 Amps
non-time delay suitable branch circuit protection.
CAUTION
: To reduce the risk of overheating and possible
damage to other equipment, do not install to control a
receptacle or a motor-operated appliance.
Installation
Turn the circuit breaker off and make sure no voltage is
present where the RF Dimmer Station is mounted. Damage
caused by failure to disconnect power may avoid warranty and
is a risk to the installer. In its standard configuration, the RF
Dimmer Station requires Neutral to operate. If operation
without Neutral is required, a non-Neutral stations must be
specified when ordering. When installing a station without
Neutral, the highest wattage load should be connected to the first
gang. The Green ground lead must be connected to the
structures safety ground.
White
(Neutral)
Red
(Load Out)
Black
(Line In)
Green
(Ground)
Safety
Switch
2.95
Dimmer Station Set Up with Q-link
To add an RF Dimmer Station in Q-Link, right click on the room
and from the pop-up menu, select Add Station/Dimmer from the
station list. This will reveal the
Dimmer Station Definition Box
.
Select the number of buttons and loads according to the
configuration of your dimmer station and click OK. Right click on
the button you are programming and select Program. This will
reveal the
Event Programming Dialog Box
. Complete the
programming by selecting the desired Sta. Loads, functions and
conditions.
Configuration
The RF Dimmer Stations need to be configured to associate
which physical station goes with the station in Q-link.
When the Dimmer Station is initially powered-up, the Status LED
will blink twice followed by a pause - this means the station is
connected correctly but not yet configured. From the menu bar in
Q-Link, select System/Configure Stations. A list of all stations will
be displayed on the screen. Select the RF Dimmer Station press
the Configure radio button in the Online Configuration section of
the window. Enter the serial numbers of all RF Dimmer Stations
to configure them. The Status LED will blink steadily when a
station is configured.
