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1. INTRODUCTION

Thank  you  for  choosing  control  gear  for  LED  modules  designed  and  manufactured  by  ELT  (Especialidades 

Luminotécnicas S.A.U.). This user guide will help you learn about iLC CORE driver technology and configure your 

control gear so that it can be correctly integrated into your luminaire.

We advise you to check the latest available version of this document on the ELT website, 

www.elt.es/en.

1.1. Benefits of the technology

The  iLC  CORE  series  is  a  cost-efficient  solution  that  incorporates  multiple  dimming  modes  and  programmable 

functionalities. Given its extensive window of operation, long service life and resilience, the iLC CORE series joins 

the family introduced by our iLC PRO series, enabling you to choose the ideal lighting solution for every light point.

1.2. Classification and symbols

The nomenclature of the iLC CORE control gear, taking an example the 

iLC 58C/350…700-XR

, is described as follows:

 

iLC: Constant current control gear equipped with programmable technology. 

 

58: Maximum output power.

 

C: Symbol for the iLC CORE family.

 

350…700: Constant current output in milliamps in which regulation is permitted.

 

XR: Casing format.

1.3. 

General features of the drivers

The main features of the iLC CORE control gear are:

 

Build-to-use drivers with insulation double or reinforced insulation. IP20 ingress protection. 

 

Suitable for installation in Class I and Class II luminaires.

 

Wide range of input voltages. 

 

High power factor.

 

Low harmonic distortion.

 

Low output ripple current.

 

High quality light without flickering.

 

Programmable by modulating output current size.

 

Wide range of output current regulation.

 

Configurable functionalities for an optimal lighting system design:
- Adjustable output current (AOC).

- LED module constant lumen output (CLO).

 

Different regulation methods can be selected, adapting each lighting point to the needs of the installation:
- 1-10V.

- ActiDIM: stand-alone and dynamic dimming system that adapts to night hours.

- ON/OFF: no regulation.

Summary of Contents for iLC CORE Series

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE Fully PROGRAMMABLE control gear for LED modules elt elt es www elt es GU 001 10 19 EN ORC 5 ...

Page 2: ...LIFETIME 8 3 1 Temperature inside the casing tc 8 3 2 Ambient temperature ta 8 3 3 Lifetime 8 4 PROTECTION 9 4 1 Short circuit protection 9 4 2 Overload and open circuit protection 9 4 3 Thermal protection 9 4 4 Out of range mains voltage protection 10 4 5 Shock wave protection 10 5 FUNCTIONALITIES 11 5 1 Adjustable output current AOC 11 5 3 LED module constant lumen output CLO 12 6 DIMMING METHOD...

Page 3: ...16 7 4 Protective switches 18 8 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY 20 9 MECHANICAL FEATURES 21 10 DRIVER CONFIGURATION 22 10 1 iSOFT 22 10 2 USB connection cable 22 10 3 Quick start guide 23 10 4 Factory default configuration 24 11 MARKINGS AND INDICATIONS 25 12 APPLICABLE STANDARDS 26 13 PRODUCT WARRANTY 27 14 DISCLAIMER 28 ...

Page 4: ... the iLC 58C 350 700 XR is described as follows iLC Constant current control gear equipped with programmable technology 58 Maximum output power C Symbol for the iLC CORE family 350 700 Constant current output in milliamps in which regulation is permitted XR Casing format 1 3 General features of the drivers The main features of the iLC CORE control gear are Build to use drivers with insulation doub...

Page 5: ...ntrol gear thermal protection Protection against grid variations and power surges Electronic circuit fully protected against humidity Excellent thermal performance and extensive working temperature ranges Up to 100 000h lifetime 1 4 Portfolio Ref nº Model 9916176 iLC 58C 350 700 XR ...

Page 6: ...that can be programmed and by the maximum working power The operating point is defined by the maximum voltage of the LED module to be connected and the current which it is going to supply This operating point must be within the operating area of the selected driver In terms of efficiency the power factor THD and dimming range of the iLC CORE drivers are positioned in the high performance segment o...

Page 7: ...t and the functional earth is set out in the following table Mains 1 10V Functional earth LED module Accessible parts Mains X Basic Double Double Double 1 10V Basic X Double Double Double Functional earth Double Double X Double Double LED module Double Double Double X Double Accessible parts Double Double Double Double X NOTE When the devices are built into luminaires the cabling between the diffe...

Page 8: ...ts are working Particular care must be taken to ensure that the maximum limits specified for each model are not exceeded The simplest way to measure the temperature at this point is by means of a thermocouple attached at the place indicated on the casing of each driver once thermal stability has been achieved 3 2 Ambient temperature ta The iLC CORE drivers have been designed to be able to operate ...

Page 9: ... hiccup mode where it will remain as long as the fault continues In the event of an open circuit the driver goes into hiccup mode where it will remain as long as the fault continues If it is connected at a load lower than that permitted in the operating area the driver will supply a current of 70mA as long as this situation is maintained 4 3 Thermal protection The iLC CORE control gear benefits fr...

Page 10: ...the power surge continues Even though the drivers are able to withstand power surges of 380Vac for 2 hours extreme care must be taken to avoid this type of situation 4 5 Shock wave protection The iLC CORE drivers are designed to offer improved protection of the supply terminals against shock waves such as those caused by radio storms They benefit from levels of protection in both differential and ...

Page 11: ...nt AOC is a feature that configures the nominal value of the output current from a driver The output current value selected is understood to be the nominal value used to achieve 100 of the light level in any of the selected dimming modes that can be programmed within the entire permitted range ...

Page 12: ...is curve can differ for the different LED modules on the market and depends on both the operating point and the thermal conditions under which it is working Based on this information a table can be defined to incrementally assign an output current value for each operating interval so that the loss of LED module lumen output during that period is compensated The output current value can be assigned...

Page 13: ...ach application The choice of a specific dimming mode activates its configuration parameters and deactivates other dimming methods Dimming is achieved through the amplitude modulation AM of the output current obtaining flicker free light at each regulation point The main features of each method are explained below ...

Page 14: ...ed in the electric input parameters of the driver When various devices are going to be connected to the same potentiometer the following formula has to be applied to calculate its resistance value adequately sizing it in terms of the power to dissipate The ratio of the resistance value of the potentiometer compared to the control voltage level and the light regulation level generated is not linear...

Page 15: ...ghting is switched on for less than 4 hours for example to carry out maintenance tasks or during power outages and in cases where it is on for more than 20 hours the control gear does not memorise that period as a night and therefore does not take it into account when applying the ActiDIM calculation algorithm This system is able to configure different dimming profiles selecting up to maximum of 9...

Page 16: ...both Class I and Class II luminaires Insofar as it is possible they must be installed away from heat sources and be fitted to maximise heat dissipation 7 3 Connecting the drivers To ensure that the iLC CORE drivers are correctly connected and work properly the following instructions must be taken into account Do not exceed the permitted ranges for the electrical input and output values for the dif...

Page 17: ...tive earth conductor is strictly compulsory Connect the protective earth to the chassis and to the internal metal parts In Class II luminaires ELT recommends installing an equipotential connection or a star configuration functional earth conductor between the chassis and every inaccessible conductive element of the lighting fixture to avoid issues with electromagnetic compatibility and to provide ...

Page 18: ...grid to which they are going to be installed These values which can be viewed on the specific data sheets for each reference have been empirically obtained using the set up and measurement method proposed under the draft standard IEC 63129 for a 277V AC reference power grid as defined under NEMA standard 410 of 240Vac with a line impedance of 450mΩ and 100 H The inrush current values of the contro...

Page 19: ...hat the protective single circuit trip switches can be appropriately sized In three phase modules leakage currents are compensated by balancing the distribution of the luminaires connection between the three phases while for single phase networks the maximum number of luminaires that can be connected to each switch has to be calculated NOTES Typically a maximum of 35 luminaires can be connected in...

Page 20: ...lly separated and never crossed Running a cable over or sticking it to the control gear is not recommended ELT recommends that the functional earth of every metallic component of the luminaire is connected to the protective earth in Class I luminaires even though this connection is not designed to protect from electric shocks The iLC CORE control gear is of a build to use type This means that the ...

Page 21: ...21 www elt es 9 MECHANICAL FEATURES Ø 4 2 140 5 129 1 74 3 50 10 8 32 iLC CORE XR format ...

Page 22: ...ode that best adapts to your application The iSOFT tool and its user guide including a step by step explanation of every detail to install use and configure the drivers is available to be downloaded for free via the following link www elt es en download isoft software 10 2 USB connection cable The USB set up cable provided with the iLC CORE drivers makes it possible to modify both the programmable...

Page 23: ...ers is a simple process All you have to do is download and install the iSOFT programming software into your computer select the required parameters and dimming modes for your application and then send the configuration to the driver following the connection layout illustrated below Once the desired configuration has been sent the driver is ready to use iLC R Made in Spain EU N LED CONFIG L USB con...

Page 24: ...OT ACTIVATED Enabled dimming mode ActiDIM Step 1 Power on 100 output power Step 2 2 hours before the middle of the night 70 output power Step 3 1 hour before the middle of the night 50 output power Step 4 4 hours after the middle of the night 80 output power Step 5 5 hours after the middle of the night 100 output power The above graph illustrates an hourly simulation ...

Page 25: ...ant to short circuits 100 Device with over temperature protection The number indicated inside the triangle shows the maximum temperature at any point of the surface of the casing in the event of driver failure Marking for drivers programmable by means of an analogue signal ranging from 0V to 10V that cannot enter into standby mode OR ORC 5 Percentage of output ripple current given as over the nomi...

Page 26: ...0 3 2 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 2 Limits Limits for harmonic current emissions equipment input current 16 A per phase EN 61000 3 3 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 3 Limits Limitation of voltage changes voltage fluctuations and flicker in public low voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current 16 A per phase and not subject to conditional connection EN 55015 Limit...

Page 27: ...nt IEC and or EN international standards and the particular specifications provided by ELT in this user guide Correct usage handling and storage of the product to guarantee the absence of third party damage This warranty excludes claims under which ELT is not liable for defects or faults and specifically those which fall within any of the following cases Incorrect handling abusive use or any type ...

Page 28: ...he best known technical or commercial options ELT accepts no claim based on any damage arising from the application of the above recommendations The data contained in this user guide that refers to technical features and product testing is for information purposes only and is not considered to be an official certification that supports the release of the end product into which the product the obje...

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