DIN-8SW8
DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch
Installation & Operation Guide
Hardware Hookup
Make the necessary connections. Apply power after all connections have been made.
WARNING
: Prior to connecting the device, turn off power at the circuit breaker. Failure to
do so may result in serious personal injury or damage to the device. Restore power after
all connections have been made.
CAUTION
: Connecting this device to the wrong type of load or short-circuiting the load
can cause severe product damage. Each load should be tested to identify a short circuit
condition prior to wiring the load to the module.
NOTE
: Install in accordance with all local and national electric codes.
NOTE
: High-voltage connections accept 12 AWG (2.5 mm
2
) wire. Wire should be stripped
to 1/3 inch (8 mm). Tighten terminal blocks to 5 in-lbs (0.5 Nm).
NOTE
: Use copper wire only. For high-voltage connections, use wire rated for at least
75ºC.
NOTE
: Each switch leg of the DIN-8SW8 may be fed from a separate circuit breaker.
When making Cresnet
®
connections, strip the ends of the wires approximately 1/4 in
(6 mm). Use care to avoid nicking the conductors. Twist together the ends of the wires that
share a connection. Apply solder only to the ends of the twisted wires. Avoid tinning too far
up the wires or the end becomes brittle.
When making power connections to the DIN-8SW8, use a Crestron power supply.
Hardware Connections for the DIN-8SW8
Set the Net ID
The Net ID of the DIN-8SW8 has been factory set to 89. The Net IDs of all devices in the
same system must be unique. The Net ID can be changed from the front panel of the
DIN-8SW8 or from a personal computer via Crestron Toolbox™.
Set the Net ID using the front panel.
1. Press the
SETUP
button to enter Setup mode. The SETUP LED illuminates.
2. Press the left and right button under the NET ID display to change the Net ID.
NOTE
: The DIN-8SW8 will leave Setup mode after 10 seconds of inactivity and
revert to the previously set Net ID.
3. When the desired Net ID is displayed, press the
SETUP
button to exit the Setup
mode. The SETUP LED extinguishes.
NOTE
: If an invalid Net ID is set (i.e., 00, 02, FF), “Er” will be displayed on the NET
ID display and the DIN-8SW8 will revert to the previously set Net ID.
A small Net ID label is provided on the DIN-8SW8 to document the unit’s Net ID in the case
where power is not available. Apply a mark over the digits that correspond to the assigned
Net ID.
NET ID Label (“3C” Shown)
Operation
The DIN-8SW8 can be controlled via its front panel as well as from a control system. The
following local controls are available.
Manual Load Control
The state of each output can be manually controlled from the front panel.
To toggle the output between off and on, tap the appropriate button (1 to 8). The
corresponding LED illuminates and the output state is shown on the NET ID display (“oF”
for off, “On” for on) for two seconds after the button is released.
NOTE
: The control system program may change the settings if Override mode is not
enabled.
Establish Override Mode Levels
Override mode disables the control system program and sets all of the output states to the
stored override values. The state of each output can be saved as an override setting, which
can be automatically recalled when the Override mode is enabled.
NOTE
: The control system program has a setting that can prevent locally saving the
override state. If this setting is enabled, the display shows “Er” when trying to save
override states. For more information, refer to the SIMPL Windows help file.
To save the load level as an override setting, set all of the loads to either on or off and then
press and hold the
OVR
button for three seconds. The OVR LED blinks to indicate the new
override setting has been stored.
Toggle Override Mode
To enable Override mode, press the
OVR
button. The OVR LED flashes slowly. Override
mode can also be toggled via a remote contact closure attached to the OVERRIDE port.
NOTE
: If Override mode was enabled from an external device (i.e., a contact closure
connected to the OVERRIDE port), the OVR LED will flash quickly when the local
OVR
button is pressed. Pressing the local
OVR
button has no effect when Override mode was
toggled via the remote connection.
To disable Override mode, press the
OVR
button again. The OVR LED extinguishes and the
outputs return to the states set by the control system program.
NOTE
: If override states have not been stored, the factory default override state is all
loads on.
Reboot the DIN-8SW8
To reboot the DIN-8SW8, press the
RESET
button. The outputs will be set to the states
currently specified by the control system program. If the control system does not provide
any values, the outputs will be set to the previously set values.
Description
The Crestron
®
DIN-8SW8 is an eight channel lighting control module designed to support
switching of non-dimmable lighting and fans. A single model supports both 120 and 220
to 240 volt applications. Each channel handles incandescent loads up to 10 amps,
fluorescent loads up to 5 amps, and also 1/2 HP motors. The DIN-8SW8 may not be
compatible with some high inrush current loads.
DIN-8SW8 Specifications
Installation
WARNING
: To avoid fire, shock, or death, turn off power at circuit breaker or fuse and
test that power is off before wiring!
CAUTION
: This equipment is for indoor use only. Mount in a well ventilated area. The
ambient temperature must be 32º to 104ºF (0º to 40ºC). The relative humidity must be
10% to 90% (non-condensing).
NOTES
: Observe the following points.
• When installing in an enclosure, high-voltage devices should be grouped separately
from low-voltage devices.
• This product should be installed and used in accordance with appropriate electrical
codes and regulations.
• This product should be installed by a qualified electrician.
The DIN-8SW8 is designed for installation on a DIN rail. Refer to the following diagram
when installing.
Installing the DIN-8SW8
Additional Resources
Visit the product page on the Crestron website (www.crestron.com)
for additional information and the latest firmware updates.
DIN Rail Release
DIN Rail
(Not Supplied)
DIN-8SW8
Top
Install the DIN-8SW8.
1. Place the top of the DIN-8SW8’s rail mount over the top of the DIN rail.
2. Tilt the bottom of the DIN-8SW8 toward the DIN rail until it snaps into place.
NOTE
: When mounting DIN rail products, it may be necessary to use a flat-head
screwdriver to pull the DIN rail release tab while snapping the device onto the DIN rail.
To remove the DIN-8SW8 from the DIN rail, use a small, flat object (i.e., a flat-head
screwdriver) to pull the DIN rail release and tilt the bottom of the DIN-8SW8 away from the
DIN rail.
NOTE
: Certain third party DIN cabinets provide space for an informational label between
each DIN rail row. Crestron’s Engraver software (version 4.0 or later) can generate
appropriate labels for all Crestron DIN rail products.
NET:
To Control System and
Other Cresnet Devices
OVERRIDE:
From Device Providing Override
Signal and to Other Devices
Receiving Override Signal
1 to 8:
Connections for
Controlled Devices
With the circuit breaker turned off, connect the wires to the terminal blocks per the markings
provided on the DIN-8SW8.
Load Connection Example for the DIN-8SW8
120/240 Volts
From Breaker
120/240 Volts
Load
Neutral
Line
SPECIFICATION
DETAILS
Load Ratings
Switch Channels
8
Maximum per Channel
10 amps incandescent, 5 amps fluorescent,
0.5 HP @ 120 to 240 volts ac, 50/60 Hz;
5 amps @ 30 volts dc;
16 amps resistive
Module Total
80 amps incandescent, 40 amps fluorescent @ 120 to
240 volts ac, 50/60 Hz
Load Types
Incandescent, Magnetic Low-Voltage, Electronic
Low-Voltage, Neon/Cold Cathode, Fluorescent,
Motors
NOTE
: May not be compatible with some high inrush
current loads.
Environmental
Temperature
32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
Humidity
10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Heat Dissipation
18 Btu/h
Weight
14 oz (369 g)
Troubleshooting
The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further
assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service representative.
DIN-8SW8 Troubleshooting
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TROUBLE
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
CORRECTIVE ACTION
The device does not
function.
The DIN-8SW8 is not
receiving power.
Verify that the DIN-8SW8
is connected to a Crestron
power supply.
The device is not receiving
power from a Crestron
power source.
Use a Crestron power
source. Verify the power
connections.
The device is not receiving
sufficient power.
Use the Crestron Power
Calculator to calculate
how much power is
needed for the system.
An electrostatic discharge
occurred due to improper
grounding.
Check that all of the
ground connections have
been made properly.
The unit ignores Cresnet
commands.
The unit is in Override
mode.
Take the DIN-8SW8 out of
Override mode by
pressing the
OVR
button
or releasing the override
contact closure.