Echoflex Solutions 8187M2103 Elaho Smart Space Controller Gen 2

Specifications

• For use with Elaho Control Systems
• Ambient Environment: For indoor use only. Rated for plenum use
• Electrical Specification:
  • Single Zone model supports:
    • 20 A general purpose, tungsten, or resistive
    • 16 A electronic ballast
  • Dual Zone model supports:
    • 20 A general purpose, tungsten, or resistive
    • 16 A electronic ballast
• Compliance:
  • UL 508 (Industrial Control Equipment)
  • UL 916 (Energy Management Equipment)
  • UL 2043 (Plenum rated)
  • CSA C22.2 No. 14 (Industrial Control Equipment)
  • CSA C22.2 No. 205 (Signal Equipment)
• FCC Compliance:
  • This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules
  • Operation subject to specific conditions
  • Visit etcconnect.com/products for complete compliance information

Product Usage Instructions

Prepare for Installation

1. If Class 2 wiring is required in separate conduit, order voltage barrier installation box from Echoflex Solutions.
2. All control wiring should be installed and terminated by a qualified installer following standard practices.
3. Ground all stations and devices for ESD protection.

Installation

1. Follow local codes and electrical practices.
2. Turn off power to lighting circuit at circuit breaker panel.
3. Remove cover plate and hardware to access line voltage wiring at junction box.

Connect EchoConnect
EchoConnect wire terminations include a black wire (data -), a white wire (data +), and a green/yellow wire (ESD). Install wires in any combination of bus, star, or home-run as EchoConnect is topology free.

FAQ

• Q: Where can I download Echoflex Solutions manuals?
  A: You can download Echoflex Solutions manuals for free from the Echoflex Solutions website.

Echoflex Solutions Installation Guide Elaho SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2

Overview

The Elaho SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 provides fully-rated 20 A relays for direct control of individual fixtures or zone power, and offers fully isol-ated 0–10 V dimming control for compatible LED drivers and fluorescent ballasts. Through its 24 V power supply, the Elaho SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 can power an auxiliary device, such as an Echoflex Solutions or third-party occupancy, vacancy, or photo sensor. A dry contact input allows respons-ive controls to initiate control events across the Elaho control system.

Two models are available:

• Single Zone (ESSC-G2)
• Dual Zone (EDSSC-G2)

The SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 controls lighting loads based on the following:

• Preset and Zone controls received from connected Elaho control stations
• Ambient light levels as monitored by Elaho Light Sensors
• Occupancy state as monitored by Elaho Occupancy/Vacancy Sensors
• Occupancy state as monitored by third-party occupancy/vacancy sensors via dry contact
• Input from other Elaho control devices

Custom Configuration

This document guides you through the installation and local configuration of the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2. You can access advanced functionality using the ElahoAccess Mobile App. For more information, see the ElahoAccess integrated help system.

EchoConnect
EchoConnect is a two-wire topology free system that provides the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 with the flexibility to connect in a system with up to 16 Elaho control products and up to 15 other Elaho output products over 500 m (1,640 ft) of control wire.
Plug-and-Play Functionality
Using the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 on the EchoConnect control system allows simple plug-and-play functionality, where no software or external programming is required. The connected control stations or sensors provide the control message and the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 responds.

See the Elaho Inspire Station Installation Guide, Elaho Occupancy/Vacancy Sensor Installation Guide, or Elaho Light Sensor Installation Guide for more information about how to set levels and controls. You can download Echoflex Solutions manuals free of charge from the Echoflex Solutions website (see page 1).

Specifications

For use with Elaho Control Systems.

Ambient Environment
For indoor use only. Rated for plenum use.

• 32°F–104°F (0°C–40°C) operating temperatures in 5–95% non-condensing humidity

Electrical Specification
Single Zone model supports:

• Power input 120–277 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 Pole
• Load rating:
  • 20 A ge neral purpose, tungsten, or resistive
  • 16 A electronic ballast

Dual Zone model supports:

•  Power input 120–277 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 Pole
• Load rating:
  • 20 A general purpose, tungsten, or resistive
  • 16 A electronic ballast

Compliance

• cULus listed
• Conforms to:
  • UL 508 (Industrial Control Equipment)
  • UL 916 (Energy Management Equipment)
  • UL 2043 (Plenum rated)
  • CSA C22.2 No. 14 (Industrial Control Equipment) ‐ CSA C22.2 No. 205 (Signal Equipment)

FCC Compliance

Elaho SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 (For any FCC matters):

• Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.
• 3031 Pleasant View Road
• Middleton, WI 53562
• +1 608-831-4116 etcconnect.com

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received; including interference that may cause undesired operation. Visit etcconnect.com/products for current and complete compliance information including FCC compliance.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Any modifications or changes to this product not expressly approved by Electronic Theatre Con-trols, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the product. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.

Prepare for Installation

The SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 is designed for mounting directly to an electrical junction box or panel (provided by others) at the electrical lighting load, upstream of the load in the circuit.

Note: If your installation requires Class 2 wiring to be installed in separate conduit, a voltage barrier installation box is available
from Echoflex Solutions. Order Echoflex Solutions part number 7187A1000.

EchoConnect Control Wiring
The SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 connects to the EchoConnect station communication bus for control. EchoConnect is a bi-directional protocol that uses one pair of wires (data+ and data–) for both data and power. Echoflex Solutions recommends using Belden 8471 Class 2 wire (or approved equal – see the Echoflex Solutions cable cross database echoflexsolutions.com/files/Elaho_Data_Cable_Wire_Specs for equal alternatives). The total combined length of an EchoConnect wire run using Belden 8471 may not exceed 500 m (1,640 ft), with a maximum distance of 400 m (1,312 ft) between any two devices.

Note: All control wiring should be installed and terminated by a qualified installer and should follow standard wiring installation practices. Leave approximately 25.4 cm (10 in) of wiring in the back box for connection and to allow slack for future service needs.

Note: Echoflex Solutions requires that all stations and devices be grounded for ESD protection. Pull an additional 2.5 mm2 (14 AWG) wire for grounding when control wires are not installed in grounded metal conduit.

Installation

Installation should follow all local codes and standard electrical practices. Ensure that the junction box is clean and free of obstructions and that all wiring is installed correctly.

WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! This device utilizes high voltage and should only be installed by a qualified installer or electrician. Follow all local codes for installation. Before terminating the AC power wiring verify that the main breaker is in the off position and follow the proper lockout/tag out procedures required by NFPA Stand-ard 70E.

WARNING: For indoor use only! Must install to an electrical junction box or wire way.

1. Locate the circuit breaker panel and turn off the power to the lighting circuit.
2. To gain access to the line voltage wiring, remove the cover plate and other hardware from the junction box at the load.
3. Mount the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 to the exterior of the junction box or panel using the 1/2 in threaded nipple. Use the provided 1/2 in conduit locknut to secure the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 to the junction box or panel.

Note: Follow all local code requirements for terminating wire.

• Notice that the harness wires on the controller are pre-stripped for your installation convenience.
• Use appropriately sized wire nuts (not provided) to terminate power wires, and use included WAGO® connectors to terminate EchoConnect wires.

Connect EchoConnect
The EchoConnect wire terminations are bound together and include a black wire (data -), a white wire (data +), and a green/yellow wire (ESD). Because EchoConnect is topology-free, you can install the wires in any combination of bus, star, or home run.

Note: When using Category5 (or equivalent) cable on the EchoConnect communication bus, please note the following:

• Not all topologies are supported using Cat5; plan carefully to ensure that the proper termination kits are available and the wire is pulled appropriately.
• Terminate Cat5 wiring using the EchoConnect Cat5 Station Termination Kit, and install it using a bus topology. See the installation guide that is provided with the Cat5 Station

Termination Kit (8186A1707) for information on terminating Cat5 wiring.

1. Pull all required wiring (data +, data -, and the ESD ground wire) to the junction box.
2. Use the included WAGO connectors to make the following terminations:
   • Connect the incoming ground wire to the ESD green/yellow ground wire on the unit.
   • Connect the white (data +) wire to the incoming data + (typically white).
   • Connect the black (data -) wire to the incoming data – (typically black).
     

Connect Power Input and Relay Output
The power input and relay output wiring exits the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 through the knockout mount on the enclosure.

1. Connect the power input wiring.
   • Connect the white wire (14 AWG) to the incoming neutral wire from the breaker panel and the neutral wire of the lighting load.
   • Connect the black power input wire (12 AWG) to the line input feed wire (hot) from the breaker panel.
2. Connect the relay output wiring. A Single Zone controller has one (red) relay output wire (12 AWG). A Dual Zone controller has two relay output wires (12 AWG): Zone 1 is red and Zone 2 is red/white.
   • Connect the Zone 1 relay output wire (red) to the hot input of the load.
   • For the Dual Zone controller, connect the Zone 2 relay output wire (red/white) to the hot input of the second load.

Connect Sensor Wiring 

1. Locate the sensor input wires on the side of the controller.
2. Connect the red wire (22 AWG) to the 24 VDC red wire from the sensor.
3. Connect the black wire (22 AWG) to common.
4. Connect the yellow wire (22 AWG) to the sensor control output.

Connect 0–10V Dimming Output

WARNING: RISK OF DEATH OR INJURY BY ELECTRIC SHOCK! 0–10V wiring may not be fully isolated from high-voltage AC power. Do not assume that 0–10V wiring is safe to touch, even when run as an NEC Class 2 signal. Have a licensed electrician test for AC voltage to ground before terminating any 0–10V control wiring to the device.

The 0–10V dimming output wiring exits the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 through the top nipple of the enclosure with the power wiring.

1. Connect the 0–10 V dimming output wiring. A Single Zone 0–10 V controller has one pair (violet and gray) of 0–10 V output wires (22 AWG). A Dual Zone 0–10 V controller has a second pair of 0–10 V output wires (22 AWG): gray/white and violet/white.
   • Connect the Zone 1 output wires, gray (-) and violet (+), to the dimmed input of the connected load.
   • For the Dual Zone 0-10 V Controller, connect the Zone 2 output wires, gray/white (-) and violet/white (+), to the dimmed input of the second connected load.
2. Reinstall the junction box cover plate.

CAUTION: The 0–10 V control outputs must be treated as NEC Class 1 control signals, in the same manner as other high voltage connections.

Assign Zones and Spaces

You can assign zones and spaces using the two rotary switches on the side panel of the controller. The Dual Zone controller assigns two zones by using the Zone switch setting as the first zone assignment and then automatically assigning the next consecutive zone number for the second zone. By default, these switches are set to Zone 1, Space 1. Control inputs from the connected stations, sensors, and other controls are shared by all devices within a space.

1. Set the Zone rotary switch to the desired Zone address for this controller.
   Note: For the Dual Zone model only, do not set the Zone switch setting to a number higher than 15. If set to 16, both circuits in the controller will be assigned to and controlled on Zone 16.
2. Set the Space rotary switch to the desired Space for this controller.

Power Up and Test

1. Restore power to the circuit. The SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 will power up and turn on all connected loads to full output.
2. Test the circuit by activating the associated Elaho station preset or by changing the zone intensity control.
3. Test the controller response. Use station controls to alter preset or zone status, and ensure that the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 responds.

Power-Up Behavior
In the event of a power loss to the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2, the controller will return to its last output level when power is restored.

Set the Sensor Type
Press and release the Aux Input Mode button repeatedly to cycle through the available sensor types. The LED indicator shows the currently selected sensor type.

Troubleshooting

Restore Defaults

• To return the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 to factory defaults, set both rotary switches to 16 and then press and hold the Restore Defaults button for 10 seconds. The LED will blink red quickly to indicate that the factory defaults have been restored.
• When you return the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 to factory defaults, the sensor type is set to Off. The sensor type will return to the default setting (Occupancy) after contact closure is detected, or you can reset the sensor type to the desired setting by pressing the Aux Input Mode button to cycle through the available sensor types. See Set the Sensor Type on page 11.

Note: After you return the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 to Factory defaults, reset the rotary switches to the appropriate values for the controller zone and space.

Update Firmware

If updated firmware is required, you can update the firmware on the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 by using ETC UpdaterAtor software and a microSD card. You can download UpdaterAtor from the ETC website at etcconnect.com.

Note: Plan to update firmware when troubleshooting any issues with the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2.

1. Get the firmware update file using UpdaterAtor.
2. Save the firmware update file to the root directory of a microSD card.
3. Ensure that power is supplied to the controller.
4. Insert the microSD card in the SD slot on the side of the SmartSpace Controller–Gen 2 enclosure.
   • An LED will illuminate amber in a triple-blink pattern while the firmware is updating, and then will return to its previous state when the update is complete.
   • If the LED illuminates red in a double-blink pattern, an error has occurred. Ensure that the firmware file has not been renamed and is located at the root directory on the microSD card, and then attempt the firmware update again. If the LED continues the double-blink pattern, contact Echoflex Solutions Technical Services using the information at the bottom of page 1.
5. When the LED returns to its previous state, remove the microSD card.

Documents / Resources

Echoflex Solutions 8187M2103 Elaho Smart Space Controller Gen 2 [pdf] User Guide 8187M2103 Elaho Smart Space Controller Gen 2, 8187M2103, Elaho Smart Space Controller Gen 2, Space Controller Gen 2, Controller Gen 2, Gen c

References

• User Manual