AMX specifications Installation Sheet, RDM-2INC Dual Incandescent Dimmer Module 2400 W

Installation Sheet

RDM-2INC Dual Incandescent Dimmer Module 2400 W (x2)

The RDM-2INC Dual Incandescent Dimming Module 2400 W (x2) incan- descent dimmer is designed for use with the RDA series of enclosures, in an AMX Lighting™ modular digital dimming system. It can dim incandes- cent lights, cold-cathode, neon and two-wire dimmable ballasts. The mod- ule's 120, 240, and 277 VAC ratings are CE, UL, and C-UL approved.

Mounting points

Line in (hot)

High-voltage connections

Line out

350 µS choke

Dual 20 A power device

Low-voltage control wiring:

4-pin connectors to AMX Lighting master controller

FIG. 1 RDM-2INC

RDM-2INC UL and C-UL Ratings

•120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2400 W

•240/277 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2400 W

Suggested Dimmed Loads

•Incandescent

•Low-voltage

•Neon, cold-cathode

•Two-wire, phase-controlled ballast

Specifications

•AC lighting loads only.

•For indoor use only.

•This module may require extra power from the AXlink connection or an external power supply connected to the control card.

Connecting the RDM-2INC to the AMX Lighting Master

Pin 4 (GND)

Pin 3 (RLY)

Pin 2 (DIM)

Pin 1 (+12 V)

RDM-2INC four-pin module connector

2(-)

1(+)

4-pin plug from a RDM series module

Note: The 4-pin plugs from the module connector to the 4-pin connector on the master (black plug cover facing up).

FIG. 2 RDM-2INC connections

Lighting Application Drawing

(B) Neutral

(A) Neutral
(B) Line in (HOT)	(B) Load
(A) Line in (HOT)	(A) Load
	Light A Light B
Circuit breaker	Neutral
panel
	Load

Neon lights (cold-cathode, on/off)

Neutral

Load

Two-wire dimmable ballast

FIG. 3 RDM-2INC wiring application

•Dimensions (HW): 10.0" x 2.75" (25.4 cm x 6.99 cm)

•Phase dependant

•Use wires rated at 75°C (167°F)

•Torque terminals to 7 in-lbs. (0.8 N/M)

•Max. wire size: 10 AWG (4 mm²)

•Wire stripping length: 0.28" (7 mm)

•Weight: 6.5 lbs. (2.948 kg)

•BTU/hr: 600

•Control current: 45 mA @ 12 VDC per dimmer, 90 mA total

Caution: Pre-Installation Notes

•All Class 1 wiring must be connected to proper terminals.

•All control wiring must be connected to proper temrnials.

•Disconnect power while installing or connecting the unit.

•Keep top and bottom air vents clear at all times.

•Test loads for shorts before connecting.

•Use low voltage wires with a 300 volt rating or greater.

•Use field installed copper conductors.

•Run all low-voltage and control wires away from heat producing parts of the dimmer.

•Each dimming circuit must have a separate neutral connection.

•All electrical ratings are for continuous duty.