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RE - 82D RACK MOUNT DIMMER
Revision 2.0
OWNERS MANUAL
02/28/2005
www.lightronics.com
Lightronics Inc
509 Central Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
TEL 757 486 3588
DESCRIPTION
The RE-82D is an 8 channel dimmer with a capacity of 2,400 watts per channel giving a total of 19,200 watts.
The RE-82D is connected to a control console using the DMX-512 control protocol. Channels A - D and/or
channels E - H may be switched to operate in "relay" mode. In relay mode channels are either full on or full off
(non-dim) depending on console fader position. The unit is overcurrent and overtemperature protected. A fan is
used to ensure proper cooling. Dimming channels may be reassigned in multiples of 4 channels via switches in
the front panel.
REPLACE
ONLY WITH
1/2 AMP, 250V
SLOW BLOW FUSE
REPLACE
ONLY WITH
1/2 AMP, 250V
SLOW BLOW FUSE
CAUTION
CAUTION
VALID SIGNAL
A
B
C
D
ADDRESS
RE - 82D
DMX - 512
8 X 2.4 KW
E
F
G
H
A - D
E - H
RELAY
RISK
OF
FIRE
RISK
OF
FIRE
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
PHASE
A
PHASE
B
FUSE
FUSE
20A
20A
20A
20A
20A
20A
20A
20A
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Each RE-82D requires BOTH PHASES of a SINGLE PHASE 120/240 VOLT AC service or TWO PHASES of a
THREE PHASE 120/208 VOLT AC service. The neutral conductor is shared by two hots so it is important that the
two hots used are of different phases. EACH PHASE must be capable of providing 80 AMPS. Line frequency can
be either 50 or 60HZ. One or more RE-82D dimmers are to be installed into a standard 19" equipment rack with
provisions for connection to an appropriate electrical service in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
INSTALLATION
PLACEMENT
The RE-82D is designed to be mounted in a standard 19" equipment rack using the four mounting holes in the
face plate. If the dimming system will be used for touring shows, it is recommended that you provide additional
support for the rear of the unit. The dimmer is fan cooled and requires no space between units when multiple
dimmers are used together in a rack. Air enters the dimmer through slots on the side and exits through holes in
the bottom of the face plate. Make certain these ventilation holes are not obstructed. Do not place the RE-82D
where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.
POWER CONNECTIONS
WARNING
MAKE CERTAIN POWER IS REMOVED FROM THE FEED CIRCUITS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION.
Power enters the RE-82D through the rear of the unit via a hole sized for 1" conduit. Inside the RE-82D is a
terminal block with three lugs. The "H1" and "H2" are the line connections or "hots". The center connection
labeled "N" is the neutral. There is an additional ground lug labeled "G" located near the terminal block. This lug
is for connecting the chassis to earth ground.
Consult your local electrical codes to determine the proper wire type and wiring methods for your installation.
Connect a ground wire to the ground lug "G" first. Next connect the neutral to the center lug "N" on the terminal
block, then connect one hot to the lug of the terminal block marked "H1"and the other hot to the "H2" lug of the
terminal block .
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