SECTION 26 09 36.02
MODULAR DIMMING CONTROLS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
B.
Section Includes:
1.
The work covered in this section is subject to all of the requirements in the General
Conditions of the Specifications. Contractor shall coordinate all of the work in this
section with all of the trades covered in other sections for the specification to provide a
complete and operable system. All labor, materials, appliances, tools, equipment,
facilities, transportation and services necessary for and incidental to performing all
operations in connecting with furnishing, delivery and installation of the work of this
Section.
2.
Modular, self-contained lighting dimming control system with multiple presets.
Related Information:
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.2
Division 26 Section "Common Work Results For Electrical".
Division 26 Section "Wiring Devices".
Division 26 Section "Lighting Devices" for occupancy sensors controlled by modular
dimming control system.
Division 26 Section "Interior Lighting" for light fixtures controlled by modular dimming
control system.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A.
Furnish and install a complete system for the control of lighting and other equipment as
indicated on the plans, detailed in the manufacturer submittal and as further defined herein.
Contractor is solely responsible to verify quantity, installation locations and wiring requirements
for this project. Specific manufacture’s catalog numbers, when listed in this section are for
reference only. It is the responsibility of the contractor to verify with lighting control
manufacturer all catalog information and specific product acceptability.
B.
The system shall include by not be limited by the following list: Pre-wired, microprocessor
controlled relay or dimming panels with latching relays controlled via switches, photocells,
occupancy sensors, Time based control, building automation systems, thermostats, and other
control devices
1.3
SUBMITTALS
A.
Shop Drawings: Indicate the following:
1.
Submit dimensioned drawings of lighting control system and accessories including, but
not necessarily limited to, relay panels, switches, photocells, occupancy sensors, and
other interfaces. Shop drawings shall indicate exact location of each device or a RFI to
confirm location. Plans are diagrammatical. EC to verify all lighting control material
requirements from approved shop drawings.
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B.
Product Data
1.
C.
One Line Diagram
1.
1.4
Submit for approval manufacturer’s data on the specific lighting control system and
components.
Submit a one-line diagram of the system configuration indicating the type, size and
number of conductors between each. Submittals showing typical riser diagram are not
acceptable.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Manufacturer Qualification: Product shall be manufactured by manufacturer listed below.
Manufacturer of network lighting controls with minimum five years record of satisfactory
manufacturing and support of components comparable to basis of design system. Any product
other than one made by manufacturer listed below must be pre-approved a minimum of ten
days before bid time.
1.
2.
Crestron (Basis of Design)
Lighting Control & Design
B.
Source Requirements: Provide modular dimming controls hardware and software through a
single source from a single manufacturer.
C.
Electrical
1.
2.
1.5
Components,
Devices,
and
Accessories:
UL
listed
and
labeled.
All Devices: UL Listed and labeled per NFPA 70
Control Wiring: Shall be in accordance with the NEC requirements for class 2 remote
control systems, Article 724 and manufacturer specifications.
WARRANTY
A.
Special Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or
replace components of modular dimming controls system the fail in materials or workmanship
within the specified warranty period following substantial completion.
1.
B.
1.6
Warranty Period: 3 years.
Manufacturer's Extended Support Service: Extended telephone support: Unlimited period.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A.
Microprocessor-based, modular solid-state dimming and switching devices utilizing preset
control software, in an integrated control system including the following:
1.
Lighting Controller System: Concealed mounting, self contained, multichannel controller
with user-adjustable dimmer and equipment controls with network and expansion
capabilities:
a.
2.
Integrated lighting, dimming, and switching controls.
Lighting controller system integrates the following separate controls:
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a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
3.
Keypad controls.
Touch panel controls.
Window treatment controls.
Remote occupancy sensors.
Room-combining partition sensor.
Lighting load shedding.
Timed room lighting.
Daylight compensating lighting controls.
Audio visual equipment controls.
Interface to building automation system interface.
Slaved Controllers: Remote slaved controllers allowing master lighting controller system
to control lighting circuits, and circuit loads, while emulating the function of the
connected lighting controller system control channel.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS
A.
Web-accessible, network-connected programmable lighting control system that receives digital
or analog signals from addressable input devices, assembles signals at central signal processor,
and distributes operating signals to addressable control devices that effect a change in state.
B.
Standalone or networked lighting solution capable of controlling 4 to 8 channels of dimmable or
switched fluorescent loads with power monitoring capabilities for tracking energy management.
2.2
MULTI-ROOM LIGHTING CONTROLLER
A.
Lighting Controller: Integrated lighting, dimming, and equipment switching control system
panel, with power monitoring capabilities, in metal enclosure for mounting in concealed space.
B.
Lighting Controller System Characteristics: Provide pre-configured lighting controller, with
capabilities for manual setup, and software setup through programming port.
C.
Dimmable Load Types: 16A per channel at 100 to 277VAC, 50/60 Hz:
1.
2.
D.
Switched Load Types:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
E.
0 - 10 V 4-wire fluorescent ballasts.
0 – 10V LED drivers.
Fluorescent ballast.
Incandescent.
Magnetic low voltage.
Electronic low voltage.
Neon/Cold cathode.
High-Intensity discharge.
Motors.
Power Requirements:
1.
2.
Main Power: 100 – 277 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Available Network Power: 10W at 24VDC.
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F.
Input/Output:
1.
2.
3.
G.
2.3
Line Power Inputs: 8 terminal blocks, 2 connections per channel, paralleled.
Switch Channel Outputs: 8 terminal blocks.
0 – 10V Dimmer Outputs: 2: 8-position terminal block for 8 dimmer channel outputs,
Class 1 or Class 2.
Enclosure: Surface-mounted industrial control enclosure suitable for concealed locations, 141/8 by 12-5/16 by 4-3/8 inch (312 by 359 by 111 mm).
CENTRAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR
A.
Provide control processor for networked lighting control system. Control processor shall control
and program the entire lighting control system and supply all time functions and accept modem
(RS232) inputs.
B.
Control Processor: Wall-mounted lighting control processor enabling user system programming
via PC software, integrating occupancy sensing, daylight harvesting, and remote management.
Minimum 2 RS-232, 4 digital/analog input, & 4 relay control ports.
1.
2.4
Mounting: Wall mounted.
SYSTEM ACCESSORIES
A.
Associated devices include, but are not limited to the following devices.
B.
Touchpanel: Controls lighting and AV settings along with other modular dimming controller
functions.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
C.
Remote Keypad Controls: Field-configurable remote keypad with auto-adjusting backlight
illuminating replaceable, engravable programmable buttons in number indicated, with white
LED indicators, configured to fit in standard single-gang box.
1.
D.
3.6 inch active-matrix compact color LCD touch screen 320 by 240 QVGA resolution
display.
16-bit color graphics, and dual-window HD video, HDTV, and high-resolution RGB
streaming multimedia, IP intercom, and web browsing capabilities. Dynamic graphics
and text capability. Enables custom control screen programming.
Video display: Scalable display on touchpanel screen.
Pushbutton Controls: 10 engraved backlit tactile pushbuttons for volume, channel, and
on-screen menu navigation and programmable functions, snap-on front bezel button
cover, and custom engravable button kit.
Mounting Kit: Flush wal mounting kit with power, wired Ethernet and CAT5 video
connectivity, with back box and trim ring.
Powerpack: 24VDC.
Color: As selected from manufacturer's full range of minimum 10 colors.
Color: As selected from manufacturer's full range of minimum 12 colors.
Remote Occupancy Sensors: Combination of ultrasonic motion detection and passive infrared
detection with internal microprocessor.
Sensor independently adjustable for installed
conditions. Delayed time off adjustment. Walk-through mode. Adjustable built-in photocell for
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daylight optimization. Equipped with 3-wire interface for direct connection to control system;
24 VDC power from network control bus.
1.
2.
Coverage: As indicated.
Mounting: As indicated.
E.
Occupancy Sensor Interface Device: Integrates occupancy sensors and related sensors with
control network. In separate enclosure. 4-wire bus providing 24 VDC power to network
devices, with two independent sensing inputs.
F.
Photocell Sensor, Open Loop Type: Continually monitors daylight entering window or skylight
to enable daylight harvesting applications to provide control of room lighting based on presence
of daylight. Equipped with 3-wire interface for direct connection to control system utilizing
control processor; 24 VDC power from network control bus.
1.
G.
Photocell Sensor, Closed Loop Type: Continually monitors daylight at work station location to
enable daylight harvesting applications to provide control of room lighting based on lighting
level at workstation. Equipped with 3-wire interface for direct connection to control system
utilizing control processor; 24 VDC power from network control bus.
1.
H.
2.5
Mounting: As indicated.
Mounting: As indicated.
Power Supply: 50W, 24 V regulated power supply with 2: 4-pin network connectors, fuseprotected.
CONDUCTORS AND CABLING
A.
Power Supply Side of Remote-Control Power Sources: Comply with requirements of Division 26
Section "Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors."
B.
UTP Cable: 100-ohm, UTP. Listed and labeled by an NRTL acceptable to authorities having
jurisdiction as complying with UL 444 and NFPA 70 for the following types:
1.
Communications Control Cable, Plenum Rated: 22 AWG data pair, stranded bare copper
and 18 AWG AWG power pair, stranded bare copper, Type CMP, complying with
NFPA 262.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
EXAMINATION
A.
3.2
Prior to installation, examine work area to verify measurements, and that commencing
installation complies with manufacturer's requirements.
INSTALLATION
A.
Comply with requirements of Division 26 Sections "Common Work Results for Electrical."
B.
Do not install dimming controls until space is enclosed, HVAC systems are running, and
overhead and wet work in dimming control work space are complete.
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C.
Install dimming controls in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
D.
Grounding: Provide electrical grounding in accordance with NFPA 70.
E.
Perform setup for each lighting scene, window shade controller, and audio-visual equipment
component.
3.3
SYSTEM STARTUP
A.
Provide system startup and adjustment to occupied conditions in accordance with
manufacturer's recommendations.
B.
Perform operational testing to verify compliance with Specifications. Adjust as required.
C.
Measure and record load on each controlled circuit in each scene.
measurements.
3.4
Submit report of load
CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES
A.
Demonstration: Schedule dimming controls demonstration with Owner to allow verification that
dimming controls function as required.
B.
Training:
controls.
Train Owner's personnel to operate, maintain, and program modular dimming
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