nPP16 ER
RELAY PACK
FOR EMERGENCY LIGHTING EQUIPMENT
SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
Automatically Overrides Relay Closed Upon Loss of Normal Power
Communicates w/ nLight Network
Remotely Configurable/Upgradeable
Self-Contained Relay Switches
Emergency Lighting Load
Test/Programming Button
Green LED Indicators
Extended Chase Nipple
PHYSICAL SPECS
SIZE (not including ½” chase nipple) 3.38” H x 2.53” W x 1.83” D
(8.59 cm x 6.43 cm x 4.65 cm)
WEIGHT 6 oz
MOUNTING ½” knockout COLOR Red
nLIGHT NETWORK PORTS
2 RJ-45 ports
ELECTRICAL SPECS
OPERATING VOLTAGE 120/277 VAC (single phase)
RELAY SWITCHING LOAD: 16 Amps
MINIMUM LOAD None
MOTOR LOAD: 1/2 HP
WIRES 16 AWG (2), 18 AWG (4)
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECS
OPERATING TEMP
14º to 122º F (-10º to 50º C)
ROHS COMPLIANT
SILICONE FREE
OTHER
CSA Listed to UL-916 & UL-924
Plenum Rated
Title 24 Compliant
5 Year Warranty
Assembled in the U.S.A.
OVERVIEW
The nLight nPP16 ER Series relay pack is used
to switch luminaires powered via an emergency
circuit. Ideal for use along side a standard
nPP16 relay pack that controls a zone’s normal
powered lighting, the nPP16 ER is designed to
switch up to 16 Amps of lighting load.
The nPP16 ER’s two RJ-45 connectors make
control wiring with standard CAT-5 cabling
easy and clean. An elongated chase nipple
facilitates attachment directly to a junction box
or fixture through a ½” knockout. A push button
and LEDs are also provided which allow users
the ability to manually alter settings or test
emergency operation.
OPTIONS
CURRENT MONITORING (IM)
• Measures current flowing through the
device’s relay
• Reported via nLight SensorView
software
BYPASS CONFIG. (SHUNT)
• Defaults device to operate as a bypass
shunt for non-nLight control devices
and/or Phase Control Dimming Packs
that are controlling emergency power
• Relay is programmed to be open when
normal power is present
LOW TEMP/HIGH HUMIDITY (LT)
• Device electronics are coated for
corrosion resistance
• Operates down to -4º F/ -20 Cº
• Required for bathroom & cooler /
freezer applications
RELAY OPERATION
The nPP16 ER is wired to both normal
and emergency power feeds. The unit only
monitors the normal feed, while the emergency
feed is connected to the line side of its relay.
Emergency lighting is connected to the
load side of the unit’s relay. When normal power is present the relay is free to switch the
emergency power feed. However, if the normal power feed is lost, the nPP16 ER will override
its relay closed, thus ensuring emergency lighting is on. During this emergency operation
period, the unit will not allow any switching to take place regardless of the presence of an
occupancy, daylight, or other control signal.
The nPP16 ER pack powers itself from the emergency feed it is switching, but it does not
supply any bus power out of its RJ-45 ports.
nLIGHT OPERATION
The device is nLight-enabled, meaning it is powered and has the ability to communicate
over an nLight network. Typically, it is wired, using CAT-5 cabling, with other nLight-enabled
power packs, sensors and/or WallPods creating an nLight control zone. Left alone, the zone
will assume default operation and can be programmed via its’ devices’ push-buttons. Once
linked to a Gateway, directly or via a Bridge, the zone becomes capable of remote status
monitoring and control using SensorView software.
All nLight switches and sensors can be configured to output on one of 16 local or 128 global
channels. Devices with relays, such as the nPP16 ER, can then be configured to follow one
or more of these channels via the tracking channel settings. By default, an nPP16 ER is
configured to follow all occupancy, photocell, and switch commands arriving on local channel
1. Channel tracking settings can be programmed for each device via the unit’s push button,
SensorView, or a locally connected Graphical WallPod (nPOD GFX) station.
ORDERING INFO
nPP16 ER [CURRENT MONITORING] [OPERATING MODE] [TEMP/HUMIDITY]
OPTIONS
CURRENT MONITORING
Blank = None
IM = Current Monitoring
OPERATING MODE
Blank = Standard SHUNT = Bypass Config. TEMP/HUMIDITY
Blank = Standard
LT = Low Temp
WIRING (DO NOT WIRE HOT)
T568B pin/pair assignment is recommended for all CAT-5e cables. The nPP16 ER powers itself but does not provide any
bus power to other connected devices.
TYPICAL WIRING CONFIGURATION (nPP16 ER)
Emergency
Normal
{
{
N
H
H
BLK
nPP16 ER
OPTIONAL TEST
SWITCH
RED
BLU
BLU
WHT
N
EMERGENCY LOAD
WHT w/ RED STRIPE
CAT-5
INTERFACING WITH A FIRE ALARM PANEL
To interface the nPP16 ER to a fire alarm system such that the switch controller is activated by the activation of the fire alarm
system the following setup must be used. The fire alarm system must provide a normally closed relay which opens when the
fire alarm system is activated. This relay must be put in series with the power sense line on the nPP16 ER. When the normally
closed relay opens, the nPP16 ER will close its relay to provide egress lighting when the fire alarm system is activated.
ALTERNATIVE WIRING CONFIGURATIONS (nPP16 ER SHUNT)
EMERGENCY BYPASS (SHUNT) CONFIGURATION
of nLIGHT PHASE CONTROL DIMMING PACK
Emergency
{
H
To nLight Zone (note 1)
N
CAT-5
nSP5 PCD
WHT
Normal
RED (dimmed hot;
if necessary)
Hot
(Switched)
BLK
BLU
BLU
BLU
Emergency
WHT w/ RED STRIPE
{
H
N
RED
N
WHT
BLK
OPTIONAL TEST
SWITCH (note 2)
EMERGENCY
LOAD
nPP16 ER SHUNT
(notes 3,4)
NOTES:
1. CAT-5 bus must only be fed by normal power
2. Test switch only activates nPP16 ER. To test that device goes
to full bright, remove the CAT-5 bus connection from nSP5 PCD
3. Device default set to Override Off (Relay Open)
ALTERNATIVE WIRING CONFIGURATIONS CONT. (nPP16 ER SHUNT)
Revised 10.08.12 © 2012 Sensor Switch
EMERGENCY BYPASS CONFIGURATION OF PP20 / MP20
RED
H
{
Emergency
Low
Voltage
Normal
PP20 / MP20
nPP16 ER SHUNT
BLK / ORN
RED
BLK
BLU
BLU
WHT
BLU
WHT
BLU
Standard sensor
e.g. CM-9
BLK
OPTIONAL TEST
SWITCH
WHT
EMER
LOAD
WHT w/ RED STRIPE
Emergency
H
RED - 120 - 277 V
RJ-45 Ports are unused
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OPERATIONAL SETTINGS
Several operational settings for the nPP16 ER are available:
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•
•
•
•
•
Override (On/Off/Normal)
Occupancy Tracking (Enable/Disable)
Photocell Tracking (Enable/Disable)
Switch Tracking (Enable/Disable)
Local Occupancy Tracking Channel (1-16)
Local Photocell Tracking Channel (1-16)
Local Switch Tracking Channel (1-16)
Start to High (Enable/Disable)
•
•
•
•
Global Tracking (Enable/Disable)
Global Tracking Channel (1-128)
LED (Override On/Override Off/Normal)
Special Modes: Manual On to Auto Off, Auto to (Timed) •
Button Mode (Enable/Disable)
Override On, Manual to (Timed) Override On, Manual On to Full Auto, Predictive Off
INSTALLATION
• Mount to any junction box through a ½” knockout
(note: chase nipple is long enough to accommodate
mounting inside an adjacent box if necessary for
local code requirements)
• Connect Class 1 wires to line voltage feeds and load
• Interconnect unit (via RJ-45 ports) with other nLight
devices in lighting zone using CAT-5 cables
• All devices in zone will automatically begin
functioning together according to each device’s
defaults
BUTTON
RJ-45 PORTS
LED
PUSH BUTTON TESTING
To simulate normal power being lost, press and release the push button one time. After a few seconds the relay will close for 4
seconds, then return to normal operation.
PROGRAMMING
Refer to instruction card IN-10.2 for default settings and directions on programming the sensor via the push-button.
WARRANTY: Sensor Switch warrants these products to be free of defects in manufacture and workmanship for a period
of 60 months. Sensor Switch, Inc., upon prompt notice of such defect, will, at its option, provide a Returned Material
Authorization number and repair or replace returned product.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: This Warranty is in full lieu of all other representation and expressed and implied
warranties (including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for use) and under no circumstances shall
Sensor Switch, Inc. be liable for any incidental or consequential property damages or losses.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ
IMPORTANTES
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
LIRE ET SUIVRE TOUTES LES
INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ
•Do not use outdoors
•Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
•Equipment should be mounted in locations
and at heights where it will not readily be
subjected to tampering by unauthorized
personnel
•The use of accessory equipment not
recommended by the manufacturer may
cause an unsafe condition.
•Do not use this equipment for other than
intended use.
•Ne pas utiliser à l’extérieur
•Ne montez pas à proximité de radiateurs à
gaz ou électriques.
•L’équipement doit être monté dans des
endroits et à des hauteurs où il ne sera pas
facilement soumis à des manipulations par
le personnel non autorisé
•L’utilisation de l’équipement accessoire non
recommandé par le fabricant peut causer
une situation dangereuse.
•Ne pas utiliser cet équipement pour un
usage autre que prévu.
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