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Installation Sheet

RDC-PDC Control Card, Dual or Three Phase

(120 or 240 VAC)

The RDC-PDC Control Card module controls up to six dimmable channels 
with six satellite connectors (for RDM series dimmer or switching modules). 
The RDC-PDC is controlled by AXlink, PROlink, or by dry contact closures. 
The RDC-PDC is designed for use with Radia enclosures, in a modular dig-
ital dimming system. The module's 120 and 240 VAC ratings are CE, UL, 
and C-UL approved.   

RDC-PDC UL and C-UL Ratings:

Control Input:

AXlink

PROlink

Eight dry closures

Control Output:

Six control ports

Max. total control current at 300 mA

Power Inputs:

Line 1 (channel 1 and 4)

Line 2 A (channel 5)

Line 2B (channel 2)

Line 3 (channel 3 and 6)

Neutral

Specifications:

Dimensions (HW): 10.0" x 2.75" (254.0 mm x 69.85 mm)

12 VDC power (optional)

Torque terminals to 20 in-lbs. (2.3 N/M)

Max. wire size: 10 AWG

Wire stripping length: 0.28" (7 mm)

Weight: 1.5 lbs. (0.68 kg)

Power consumption: 50 mA @ 120 VAC

                                        25 mA @ 240 VAC

  Button/Jumper Information:

RESET button:  By pressing the RESET button, located on the RDC-

PDC circuit board, it is possible to restart the processor without having 
to power-down the unit or disconnect AXlink or PROlink. RESET does 
not affect saved presets or curve settings.

MEMORY PROTECT on/off jumper:  The MEMORY PROTECT 

jumper is set to Off by default. To protect saved curve settings and pre-
sets from accidental recording, put the jumper in the On position.

Caution: Pre-Installation Notes

All Class 1 wiring must be connected to proper terminals.

All control wiring must be connected to proper terminals.

Disconnect power while installing or connecting the unit.

Keep the 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.

All electrical ratings are for continuous duty.

For indoor use only.

AC lighting loads only.

Connecting RDM Series to the AMX Lighting Master

Connecting AXlink

Connect the 4-pin captive-wire AXlink connector from the RDC-PDC to the 
Central Controller for AXlink control of the dimming system.   

Connecting PROlink:

Connect the orange 4-pin captive-wire PROlink connector from the RDC-
PDC to a PRO-DP8 PROlink wall panel.  

FIG. 1  RDC-PDC control card

Line inputs
(factory wired)

Mounting
points

Reset button

Memory Protect
jumper

AXlink connector

PROlink connector

LED indicators

Control ports

Dry closure
contacts

AXlink DIP
switch

PROlink DIP
switch

FIG. 2  Connecting RDM series

FIG. 3  AXlink wiring

FIG. 4  PROlink wiring

Pin 4 (GND)
Pin 3 (RLY)
Pin 2 (DIM)
Pin 1 (+12 V)

RDC-PDC 4-pin module connector

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).

PWR

AXP

AXM

GND

PWR
AXP

AXM

GND

Central 

RDC-PDC

Controller

(optional)

PRO-DP8

Pack 1

Pack 2

+12

PR+

PR-

GND

+12

PR+

PR-

GND

Summary of Contents for Control Card RDC-PDC

Page 1: ...ttings and pre sets from accidental recording put the jumper in the On position Caution Pre Installation Notes All Class 1 wiring must be connected to proper terminals All control wiring must be connected to proper terminals Disconnect power while installing or connecting the unit Keep the top and bottom air vents clear at all times Test loads for shorts before connecting Use low voltage wires wit...

Page 2: ...ch contact 1 8 is pre programmed with a default preset Refer to the AMX Lighting Control System instruction manual for details on dry closure default presets and recording new presets Dry Closure Default Presets Cont 5 Channel 5 at 100 in 1 second 6 Channel 6 at 100 in 1 second 7 Pack on channels 1 6 8 Pack off channels 1 6 All other channels are undefined FIG 6 Setting AXlink and PROlink address ...

Page 3: ...phase 120 208 VAC 4 wire G THREE PHASE 120 208 VAC 4W G PHASE A Controls Dimmers 1 and 4 PHASE B Controls Dimmers 2 and 5 PHASE C Controls Dimmers 3 and 6 Method D Three phase 120 208 VAC 5 wire G THREE PHASE 120 208 VAC 5W G PHASE A Controls Dimmers 1 and 4 PHASE B1 Controls Dimmer 5 PHASE B2 Controls Dimmer 2 PHASE C Controls Dimmers 3 and 6 ...

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