Operating Modes

In typical installations, fixtures are ganged. Each device can be connected either as a Master or as a Slave without any limitation on the number of ganged fixtures. The designated Master device reads the desired setting either from a manual or a programmable source. It relays this information to all ganged fixtures connected as Slaves. The Dim&Save device will detect tube failure and turn the fixture off. Thus, when no light is produced, power consumption in the ballast is eliminated.

The Dim&Save device can be incorporated in a variety of control schemes:

  • Manual control: A resistive slider switch can be used to set the desired dimming level.

  • Automated control: A photosensor feedback can be used to maintain the constant light level setting.

  • Intelligent Power Management control: An intelligent controller can be used to set the dimming level.
The Master can be connected to any one of the above controllers via the following interfaces:

  • Direct electrical wiring.

  • Infra red connection.

  • Wireless connection.

  • Power Line Carrier connection.

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