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DLC is pound to offer multiple Dimming options for our LED products. From simple control to
commercial applications. Our team is eager to help you should you need any assistance.
LED Dimming and Controls
This documents list dimming options available to dim LED light panels/light bars supplied by DLC for
the convenience of customers to select the right dimming options best suit a particular application.
Dimming Option - P
Pulse Width
Modulation
(PWM)
Dimming Option - M
Using top quality Philips pulse width modulation, controlled by 0-10 V DC
switches
Advantages:
• All components UL/cUL Class 2 approved
• Smooth dimming (no flickering)
Ideal for commercial residential application
This option uses magnetic transformers
Magnetic Low Voltage Advantages:
(MLV)
• Less components and simplified configuration
• Ready to use wall mount magnetic dimming switch
Disadvantage:
• May experience flickering at some particular position depending on LED
load (typically a minimum 50% load required)
Dimming Option - I
Ideal for commercial residential application
This is a dimming option with a radio frequency remote control and several
dimming modes such flashing, fade-in/fade-out
(PWN)
Advantages:
• Plug and play
Dimming Option - R
(PWM)
Ideal for small systems.
This is a simple rotary inline dimmer for brightness matching.
Ideal for “set &forget” applications
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Dimming Option - P
0-10v LED Dimming Module for 12vdc LED Systems
Class 2 Power Unit
Outdoor Rated
NRTL/C
Environmental Ratings
PRODUCT OVERVIEW:
Symbol
Minimum
Minimum
Unit
Operating Ambient Temperature
Top
-40/-40
+60/+140
°C/°F
Storage Ambient Temperature
Tst
-40/-40
+80/+176
°C/°F
illumination settings.
Relative Humidity
RH
-
80
%
As with all of Advance's LED drivers, the new
Lifetime (failures after 50,000
hours)
L50K
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5
%
The LED Dimming provides the required dim level
to 12 Volt LED lighting systems enabling flexibility
to the user to add their own personal touch to the
products support such standard features as leaded
design, UL and CSA Class 2 rating including
inherent short-circuit protection, high power factor,
and operation down to –40°C. In addition, the
controllers are rated for 50,000+ hours of life and
carry A's full five-year warranty.
Parameter
Electrical Characteristics
Parameter
12.0
VDC
Efficiency
lo
>98% typical
%
5.0 Max
ADC
Vo
12.0
VDC
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0-10V
(see Technical Requirements)
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Output Current
Dimming Control
• Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Dimming
Unit
Vi n
Output Voltage
DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS:
Symbol
input Voltage Range
Notes:
Electrical characteristics at 25°C ambient temperature and at full power.
Provides 0-10V Dimming control
• Power efficiency
Optimization of the usage of the total system power
• UL Class 2
Designed for use with any 12V UL Class 2 devices
Mechanical Dimensions
• UL Outdoor Damp location rated, IP66
Fully potted for moisture resistance
1.35
• Small, compact size
Facilitates new, low-profile fixture design
0.99"
• ExtremeT low temperature performance (-40°C)
Suitable for any outdoor application
• Generous high temperature capability
0.15"
5.20"
(+60°C ambient; 80°/90°C case rating)
Margin flexibility to facilitate fixture design
• 5-year warranty offered by the manufacturer
Peace of mind for your new products and for end-users...
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1. The light output of the LEDs operated by the Dimmable Driver is controlled by DC voltage applied to the control input leads
(0-10V DIM purple and gray).
2. The control device must be capable of accepting, or sinking, the DC current flow from the driver. The maximum under any
condition is 500 microamps per driver.
3. The control terminals of the driver are isolated from the power lines and are suitable for use as Class II terminals. As many
drivers as desired for use with the particular control device may be connected in parallel in a bus configuration. The length of
the bus, the wire size of the bus and the number of drivers connected on the bus must be configured so that the DC voltage
drop as a function of the resistance of the wire and the control current flowing does not exceed 0.2 volts for dimming controls.
For controls used as a minimum/maximum, or hi-lo 2-level application, the maximum DC voltage drop must not exceed 0.5 volt.
4. If the control bus is opened, or if the control device internally opens the control bus under some conditions, the voltage on
the control bus will then be a function of the ballast, which is 10V ± 0.5 volt. Maximum light output will be delivered under this
condition.
5. If the control bus is shorted either by a mechanical switch in the control or by the circuitry of the control device, or inadvertently
in the wiring, the current on the control bus will be 500 microamps per driver maximum. All drivers on the control bus will then
operate at minimum light level.
6. As can be determined from the two above items, simple two-level operation of the driver can be achieved by proper usage and
application of a simple open/close switch on the control bus with maximum light being achieved when the switch is open and
minimum light when the switch is closed.
7. The driver is intended for use with control voltages between 0 (zero) and 10 (ten) VDC. The control equipment must not impose
a voltage greater than 11.0-volt peak maximum on the driver control terminals.
8. The DC control voltage should have a maximum peak to peak ripple (low and high frequency ripple) not exceeding 10% of the
average VDC. Short-term transient voltage of the control devices must not exceed 14 volts.
9. Control equipment intended to control more than one driver must be capable of sinking the current supplied to the control
bus by the maximum number of drivers specified for the control device. At any given level setting it must maintain control bus
voltage constant within a range of ±5% as the number of drivers connected to the control bus varies from a minimum of one
driver up to the maximum number specified for the control device.
10.D rivers of various ratings (120V, 230V…) may be mixed on the same control system.
11.S ince the control bus is Class II wiring, all control devices that are connected to the power line must have proper isolation
between the power line and the control leads. Any control devices that are connected to the power line must have UL approval/
recognition as Class II equipment.
*Example only components may not be exactly as show
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Dimming Option - M
Dimmable Magnetic Low Volatage Transformers
PA-60W(MAG)
PA150W(MAG)
*Note: The Transformer requires a 50% load if not being used
with a dimmer. Do not turn power on before load is connected
General
This transformer is to be installed in accordance with Article 450 of the National Electric Code. The transformer must be installed in
a well-ventilated area free from explosive gases and vapors. Proper operation requires the free flow of air. As this transformer is hard
wired , it should only be installed by a qualified electrician.
Precautions Before Installing
Check the label and ensure the transformer has the proper input voltage, output voltage and wattage for the job. Check the wire
marking to ensure they match the wiring diagram on this instruction sheet.
Mounting
Select a suitable location capable of supporting the weight of the transformer. Use the two keyholes in the transformer case. It is
recommended that the transformer be mounted vertically with the wiring compartment pointing down.
Input Connections/Grounding
Remove the wiring compartment knockouts and install strain reliefs. With power turned off, route the input wires through a strain relief
and connect one wire to black and one wire to white. For all wire connections use only UL listed wire nuts and connectors of suitable
size and type. The transformer case MUST be grounded in accordance with the N.E.C. Connect the ground wire to the transformer
green wire.
Output Connections
Bring the wires of the light fixture through the other open knockout and connect them to the transformer wires-positive to the red
wire and negative to blue wire.
Specifications
Enclosure
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Enclosure temperature will not exceed 70°C @
40 °C ambient.
Wiring compartment has 2 knockouts sized for
3/4 inch screw cable connectors.
The removable cover for the wiring compartment
is secured in place by a screw.
The enclosure is black powder coated.
NEMA 3R
Series
PA-60W(MAG)
PA150W(MAG)
Maximum Load
60W
150W
Input Voltage
120 V 60 Hz
120 V 60 Hz
Output Voltage Full Load
11.5 VDC
11.5 VDC
Output Current Full load
4.8 A
12.35 A
Input Current Full Load
540mA
1240 mA
Open Circuit Volts
12.5 VDC
12.5 VDC
Protections
Overload
Over Current
Short Current
Overload
Over Current
Short Current
Efficiency
89.20%
85.20%
Coil Former
Double Section Bobbin
Double Section Bobbin
Thermal Class
B 130 °C
B 130 °C
Leads Primary
PVC 600 V #20
PVC 600 V #18
Leads Secondary
PVC 300 V #14
PVC 300 V #12
Dimensions in inches
6.06”(L) x 2.59”(W) x 2.20” (D)
9.06”(L) x 3.06”(W) x 2.81” (D)
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Certifications
ETL for USA and Canada (UL std. 1598, CSA std. C22.2 NO. 66.1)
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Circut Diagram
Compatible Dimmers
Brand
Type
Control
Watts
Lutron Ariadni
AYLV-600P
Single Pole
450W
Lutron Ariadni
AYLV-603P
3-Way
450W
Lutron Nova
NTLV -600
Single Pole
450W
Lutron Nova
NTLV-1000
Single Pole
800W
Lutron Nova
NTLV-603P
Single Pole/3-Way
450W
Lutron Nova
NTLV-1003P
Single Pole/3-Way
800W
Lutron Nova
NLV-600
Single Pole
450W
Lutron Nova
NLV-1000
Single Pole
800W
Lutron Ceana
CNLV-603P
3-Way
450W
Lutron Diva
DVLV-103P
3-Way
800W
Lutron Diva
DVSCLV-103P
3-Way
800W
PA-60W (MAG)
Auto-Reset Breaker
20 Amp (for150W)
7 Amp(for 60W)
Auto-Reset
Breaker
White
Red +
Blue Black
Input
120 V 60Hz
Output
12 VDC 60W / 12 VDC 150W
**Please contact us for more options not listed in the above table.
Dimensions (inch)
PA-150W (MAG)
PA-60W (MAG)
2.33"
6.06"
6.56"
2.81"
2.33"
2.81"
9.06"
2.5"
9.88"
3.06"
Typical Dimmer Wiring Schematic
PA-60W(MAG)
PA150W(MAG)
Dimmable
Magnet
Transformer
M60L 12DC/M150L 12DC
(Max 60W/150W)
Input: 120V 60Hz
(Black/White)
Output: 12VDC
Green
Blue
GND (DC)
Red
+12 V DC
Output
White
Black
Neutral (N)
Line
Terminate wire for
Single pole
application
Magnetic Low Voltage
Dimmer Switch
(Not included)
Green
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Dimming Option - I
Inline Dimmer with Remote Control
Model: DLC-DIM-RF
“DLC‐DIM‐RF” is an inline plug‐and‐play dimmer with a radio
frequency remote control pad designed for LED lighting
applications. It is so tiny that it can be installed anywhere by
simply plugging‐in between power adaptor and LED lights.
The unit has built‐in static dimming modes, and dynamic
control modes such as quick flashing, fading in/fading out,
stroking, flickering with speed adjustment etc.
4.5mm
15mm
3.5mm
Peak Output Current:6A
With RF Remote Control
LED
LED CONTROLLER
Working temperature: -20 ~ 40 °C
Supply voltage: 12V DC
Output: 1 channel
Connection mode: common anode
Controller dimension: L35.0 × W15.0 × H4.5mm
Remote dimension: L85.9 × W39.6 × H6.9mm
Packing size: L123.0 x W90.0 x H13.0mm
Net weight: 35g
Gross weight: 40g
Static power: <0.5W
Output current: <6A
Output power: 12V < 72W, 24V <144W
Frequency of wireless signal: 433M11Z
6.9mm
39.6mm
85.9mm
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Dimensions
85.9mm
Technical Specifications
5-24V
Remote dimensions
Controller dimensions
Input/Output Specifications (Disconnects)
Connect to D.C. 5-24V.
LED Power Supply
Input DC female: 5.5 x 2.1mm
(POWER IN)
Connects to LED Lamps
(load)
Output DC male:5.5 x 2.1mm
(POWER OUT)
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Instructions
Synchronizing Remote Pad
One remote pad can control multiple DLC‐DIM‐RF dimming units. For this purpose, it is necessary to synchronize the dimming units
with a particular control pad. By factory default, the remote control pad is NOT synchronized to a specific dimming unit. Follow the
procedures
below to synchronize:
1. Make sure battery (CR2025/CR2032, 3V button battery) is installed.
2. Turn off the power to the dimming unit
3. Press and hold the “LIGHT” button on the remote pad within 3 seconds when powering on the dimming unit. The LED light
connected will flash 3 times when the synchronizing process is successful.
Troubleshooting: If the remote control does not function, it could be the battery has run out of life, especially when the remote
pad was not used for a long time. Exchange the battery and follow the above procedure to synchronize.
Descriptions of Remote Control Pad
This remote has 11 functions:
Turn on/off key.
LIGHT
BRIGHT
+
Switch to static color mode from dynamic mode.
Modes Table
Switch to static color mode from dynamic mode,
and change the brightness forward/reverse
direction. There are 10 levels.
1
Quick flash
5
Half stroboflash
Switch to static mode brightness 100%.
2
Breathing mode
6
Two-thirds stroboflash
50%
Switch to static mode brightness 50%.
3
Fading bright and fading out
7
A third stroboflash
25%
Switch to static mode brightness 25%.
4
Fading bright and fading dark 8
BRIGHT
-
100%
MODE
+
MODE
-
SPEED
+
SPEED
-
Flash
Switch to dynamic mode from static color mode,
and change the dynamic mode to a forward/
reverse direction.
Switch to dynamic mode from static color mode,
and change the speed forward/reverse direction,
it has 10 levels.
Typical Applications
( Not Included )
-
With RF Remote Control
Peak Output Current 6A
+
LED
LED CONTROLLER
+
+ 5-24V -
12 V DC
-
Caution: The output voltage of the power supply must match the rated input voltage of the LED light e.g, if the LED light is
rated at 12VDC input, connecting a 24VDC output power supply may burn the LED in a few seconds.
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Dimming Option - R
Model
LN-XDIMMER-1CH-LV
A simple rotary style dimmer for manual
adjustments or “set and forget” applications.
Technical Specification
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Output current: <8 A
Power output: 12V<96W
Working temperature: -20-60 °c
Supply voltage: 12V DC optional
Output: 1 channel
External dimension: L89 Χ W59 Χ H35 mm
Packing Size: L96 Χ W64 Χ H65 mm
Net weight: 85 g
Gross weight: 110g
Static power consumption: <1 W
Terminal Block
Directions for use
1. Connect the out (Load) wire at first, following by the in (power wire); Please ensure a short
circuit would not occur between connecting wire before you turn on the power;
2. Adjust rotary dial. It functions, as follows:
3. Rotate dial to the right for greater brightness. (At full right rotation the brightness is greatest.)
4. Rotate dial to the left for less brightness. (At full left rotation the light (load) will be off)
Typical Applications
POWER
+-
POWER SUPPLY
+
-
OUTPUT
-+
DC 12V
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