Programming Residential Systems with Lutron LED Drivers
Application Note #658 | Revision C | November 2021
Overview
Lutron LED drivers offer smooth, flicker-free, high-performance dimming, addressing LED compatibility issues. They support zone control via 2-wire or 3-wire dimmers, or individually addressable fixtures with HomeWorks digital control. This note details programming best practices for Lutron residential systems.
Wiring Diagram Overview
Proper wiring is crucial for selected drivers. Diagrams illustrate differences between 2-Wire, 3-Wire, and EcoSystem controls.
2-Wire Controls
An analog control method using a single line-voltage, phase-control signal from the dimmer to the driver on a dimmed hot wire. All drivers on the same circuit are controlled together.
Neutral Wire Application
Diagram shows a Lutron Neutral-wire Forward Phase Dimmer connected to Line/Hot and Neutral. Dimmer output connects to Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LED Driver. Driver +V connects to LED Light Engine, -V to LED Light Engine. Ground connections are present.
Non-Neutral Wire Application
Similar to Neutral Wire Application, but uses a Lutron Non-Neutral-wire Forward Phase Dimmer. Connections are otherwise identical.
3-Wire Controls
Analog control where dimmers set intensity via phase-control on a dimmed hot wire, and separately switch power via a switched hot wire.
Diagram shows a Lutron 3-wire Dimming Control connected to Line/Hot and Neutral, with Switched Line/Hot and Dimmed Line/Hot outputs. Dimmed Line/Hot connects to Hi-lume 1% driver. Driver +V and -V connect to LED light engine. Ground connections are present.
EcoSystem Digital Controls (HomeWorks QS only)
Provides fixture addressing and status feedback for easy digital assignment of sensors and controls without complex wiring. Enables energy-saving schemes managed via software. Drivers are digitally addressed for specific commands.
Diagram shows connections from Line Voltage to a Hi-lume 1% driver, with EcoSystem Digital Link outputs E1 and E2 connecting to the LED light engine. Notes mention EcoSystem drivers are no longer available.
HomeWorks Digital Controls (HomeWorks only)
Allows individual fixture addressability for easy zone reconfiguration and space changes without rewiring, providing a soft, incandescent-like transition.
Diagram shows connections from Line Voltage to a HomeWorks Digital LED Controller, with +V and -V outputs to the LED Light Engine, and outputs to the HomeWorks Digital Link.
Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire Driver
Provides smooth, continuous, flicker-free, 1% dimming for constant-current or constant-voltage LED fixtures.
UL® Marking and Compatibility
Details UL® recognized and UL® Listed Class P markings and their compatibility with controls. Notes on date codes and using controls with asterisks if markings are unknown.
Compatible Controls
HomeWorks
| Product | Part Number | Drivers per Control | Load-Type Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallbox power module* | LQRJ-WPM-6P | 2–10 (per output); 26 total per module | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| GRAFIK Eye QS control unit* | QSGRJ- | 2–10 (per output); 26 total per unit | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| Phase adaptive DIN power module | LQSE-4A-120-D | 1–6 (per output); 2 A max driver input | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks DIN power module* | LQSE-4A1-D | 1–6 (per output); 1 A max driver input | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks LED+ DIN power module | LQSE-4A5-120-D | Zone 1: 1–20; Zones 2–4: 1–13 | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks CL dimmer | HQRD-6CL | 1–6; 250 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks adaptive dimmer* | HQRD-6NA- | 1–10; 400 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks 600 W dimmer* | HQRD-6ND- | 1–8; 350 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks 1000 W dimmer* | HQRD-10ND- | 1–13 | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks LED+ dimmer | HQRD-PRO- | 1–20; 400 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks CL hybrid keypad | HQRD-HNX | 1–10; 200 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks GRAFIK T CL dimmer | HQRT-G25LW | 1–10; 400 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| HomeWorks phase selectable dimmer | HQRT-G5NEW | 1–10; 400 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| GRAFIK T RF CL hybrid keypad | HQRT-GHXB | 1–10; 400 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
RadioRA 2
| Product | Part Number | Drivers per Control | Low-End Setting/Load-Type Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| RadioRA2 wallbox power module | LQRJ-WPM-6P | 2–10 (per output); 26 total per module | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| GRAFIK Eye QS control unit* | QSGRJ- | 2–10 (per output); 26 total per unit | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| RadioRA 2 CL dimmer | RRD-6CL | 1–6 | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| RadioRA 2 LED+ dimmer | RRD-PRO- | 1–20; 400 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| RadioRA 2 adaptive dimmer* | RRD-6NA- | 1–10; 400 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| RadioRA 2 600 W dimmer | RRD-6ND- | 1–8; 350 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| RadioRA 2 1000 W dimmer* | RRD-10ND- | 1–13 | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
| RadioRA 2 CL hybrid keypad | RRD-HNX | 1–10; 200 W max | Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED |
HomeWorks: Load Schedule
In Lutron Designer, navigate to 'design > loads'. Select 'Hi-lume 1% 2-Wire LTE LED' as the load type. The software automatically sets High-End (78) and Low-End (32) for a 1-100% dimming range. If these columns are not visible, use 'Customize columns' to enable them.
HomeWorks: Assign the load to a control
For wallbox dimmers, GRAFIK Eye QS, or WPM: Go to 'design > controls', select the desired control/output, and click 'Assign'. A window appears on the right; find the load and click 'Assign'.
For DIN Rail Power Modules (DPM): Go to 'design > equipment', select the desired module/output, and click 'Assign'. A window appears on the right; find the load and click 'Assign'.
RadioRA 2: Add the control to the database
Using RadioRA 2 programming software, go to the 'design' tab and click '+'. In the 'Add New Device' window, select a dimmer under 'Dimmers & Switches' and 'Hi-lume 1% 2-wire LTE LED' under 'Device Type'. This sets High = 78% and Low = 32%. Older software may require manual trim adjustment via 'Advanced Settings'.
RA2 Select: Adjusting Trim Settings
Using the RA2 Select App: Select the device, then 'Edit Device', then 'Trim' from 'Advanced Settings'. Set High-End to 78 and press 'Test & Save'. Set Low-End to 32 and press 'Test & Save'. Navigate back and 'Save' the device.
Hi-lume 1% 3-Wire Driver
Provides smooth, continuous, flicker-free, 1% dimming for LED fixtures requiring constant-current or constant-voltage.
Compatible Controls
HomeWorks
| Product | Part Number | Drivers per Control (120V~) | Drivers per Control (277V~) | Load Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Wire Interface (120 V~) | PHPM-3F-120 | 1–41 | 1–31 | LED Hi-lume A-Series 3-Wire | ||
| 3-Wire Interface (Dual Voltage) | PHPM-3F-DV | 1–41 | 1–88 | 1–31 | 1–72 | LED Hi-lume A-Series 3-Wire |
| HomeWorks 3-Wire fluorescent dimmer | HQRD-F6AN-DV | 1–15 | 1–33 | 1–11 | 1–27 | LED Hi-lume A-Series 3-Wire |
Additional controls compatible via PHPM-3F interface: LQSE-4A-120-D, LQSE-4A5-120-D, LQRJ-WPM-6P, QSGRJ-X, and specific HomeWorks dimmers.
RadioRA 2
| Product | Part Number | Drivers per Control (120V~) | Drivers per Control (277V~) | Load Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Wire Interface (120 V~) | PHPM-3F-120 | 1–41 | 1–31 | LED Hi-lume A-Series 3-Wire | ||
| 3-Wire Interface (Dual Voltage) | PHPM-3F-DV | 1–41 | 1–88 | 1–31 | 1–72 | LED Hi-lume A-Series 3-Wire |
| RadioRA 2 3-Wire fluorescent dimmer | RRD-F6AN-DV | 1–15 | 1–33 | 1–11 | 1–27 | LED Hi-lume A-Series 3-Wire |
Additional controls compatible via PHPM-3F interface: LQRJ-WPM-6P, QSGRJ-X, and specific RadioRA 2 dimmers.
HomeWorks: Load Schedule
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > loads'. Select 'LED Hi-lume A-Series 3-Wire'. Software sets High-End (78) and Low-End (32) for 1-100% dimming. Use 'Customize columns' if needed.
HomeWorks: Assign the load to a control
For wallbox dimmers, GRAFIK Eye QS, or WPM: Go to 'design > controls', select control/output, click 'Assign'. Window appears on right; find load, click 'Assign'.
For DPM: Go to 'design > equipment', select module/output, click 'Assign'. Window appears on right; find load, click 'Assign'.
RadioRA 2: Add the control to the database
In RadioRA 2 software, go to 'design', click '+'. In 'Add New Device', select dimmer under 'Dimmers & Switches' and 'Ivalo Recessed LED/Hi-lume A-Series LED Driver (3-wire)' under 'Device Type'. Sets High = 78%, Low = 32%. Manual trim adjustment may be needed for older software via 'Advanced Settings'.
RA2 Select: Adjusting Trim Settings
Using RA2 Select App: Select device, then 'Edit Device', then 'Trim' from 'Advanced Settings'. Set High-End to 78, press 'Test & Save'. Set Low-End to 32, press 'Test & Save'. Navigate back and 'Save' device.
Hi-lume 1%, 5-Series, and Embedded EcoSystem Solutions
Refer to a separate application note for HomeWorks QS systems with EcoSystem ballasts/drivers. This section covers control assignment.
Compatible Controls
Hi-lume 1% EcoSystem driver assignable to HomeWorks QS with EcoSystem controls (LQSE-2ECO-D, QSGRJ-_E, QSGR-_E).
HomeWorks QS: Load Schedule (LQSE-2ECO-D)
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > loads', select 'LED EcoSystem' for Hi-lume 1%, 5-series, Embedded EcoSystem drivers.
HomeWorks QS: Assign the load to a control (LQSE-2ECO-D)
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > equipment'. Select loop, click 'Assign' under Ballasts. Window appears on right; find load, click 'Assign'.
HomeWorks QS: Load Schedule (QSGRJ-_E)
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > loads', select 'LED EcoSystem'. GRAFIK Eye QS with EcoSystem supports up to 64 ballasts/drivers, 16 zones. Fixture Qty must be 1 for EcoSystem load types. For multiple ballasts/drivers, enter total wattage in 'Fixture Wattage', leave 'Fixture Qty' at 1. GRAFIK Eye QS zone programming/assignment uses local buttons/display, not HomeWorks QS software.
HomeWorks QS: Assign the load to a control (QSGRJ-_E)
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > controls'. Select Eco output, click 'Assign' under Zone Name. Window appears on right; find load, click 'Assign'.
Hi-lume Premier 0.1% 3-Wire Driver and EcoSystem Driver
The Hi-lume Premier 0.1% Constant-Voltage Driver (L3D0) controls up to 96W of 24V~ loads, offering smooth, continuous, flicker-free dimming to 0.1% low-end. Ideal for strip lighting in coves, under/over cabinet, and pathway lighting. UL® listed, mountable up to 150 ft (45 m).
Compatible Controls for 3-Wire Driver
Compatible with EcoSystem and 3-wire controls. For 3-wire: HomeWorks QS (HQRD-F6AN-DV) and RadioRA 2 (RRD-F6AN-DV).
HomeWorks QS: Load Schedule for 3-Wire Driver
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > loads', select 'LED Constant Voltage' for Hi-lume Premier 0.1% driver.
HomeWorks QS: Assign the load to a control for 3-Wire Driver
For HQRD-F6AN-DV: Go to 'design > controls', click 'Assign' under Zone Name. Window appears on right; find load, click 'Assign'. Driver model appears in Interface column after assignment.
RadioRA 2: Add the control to the database for 3-Wire Driver
In RadioRA 2 software, go to 'design', click '+'. In 'Add New Device', select dimmer under 'Dimmers & Switches', 'LED Constant Voltage' under 'Device Type'.
Compatible Controls for EcoSystem Driver
Hi-lume Premier 0.1% LED driver assignable to HomeWorks QS with EcoSystem controls (LQSE-2ECO-D, QSGRJ-_E, QSGR-_E).
HomeWorks QS: Load Schedule (LQSE-2ECO-D)
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > loads', select 'LED Constant Voltage' for Hi-lume Premier 0.1% driver.
HomeWorks QS: Assign the load to a control (LQSE-2ECO-D)
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > equipment'. Select loop, click 'Assign' under Ballasts. Window appears on right; find load, click 'Assign'.
HomeWorks QS: Load Schedule (QSGRJ-_E)
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > loads', select 'LED Constant Voltage'. GRAFIK Eye QS with EcoSystem supports up to 64 ballasts/drivers, 16 zones. Fixture Qty must be 1 for EcoSystem load types. For multiple ballasts/drivers, enter total wattage in 'Fixture Wattage', leave 'Fixture Qty' at 1. GRAFIK Eye QS zone programming/assignment uses local buttons/display, not HomeWorks QS software.
HomeWorks QS: Assign the load to a control (QSGRJ-_E)
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > controls'. Select Eco output, click 'Assign' under Zone Name. Window appears on right; find load, click 'Assign'.
HomeWorks Digital Controller and HomeWorks Digital 0.1% LED Controller
Provide high-performance dimming to 0.1% output, with smooth fade (Soft-on, Fade-to-Black).
Compatible Controls for HomeWorks Digital Controller
HomeWorks QSX with Digital (LQSE-2HDC-D).
HomeWorks QSX: Load Schedule for HomeWorks Digital Controller
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > loads', select 'HomeWorks Digital' for the driver.
HomeWorks QSX: Assign the load to a control (LQSE-2HDC-D)
In Lutron Designer, go to 'design > equipment'. Select loop, click 'Assign' under Ballasts. Window appears on right; find load, click 'Assign'.
Additional Information and Resources
EcoSystem Programming
For more info, see "Using EcoSystem Ballasts/Drivers in HomeWorks QS" at www.lutron.com (myLutron login required).
Specification Submittals:
- Hi-lume 1% 2-wire/EcoSystem (LTEA)
- Hi-lume 1% 3-Wire/EcoSystem (L3DA)
- Hi-lume Premier 0.1% EcoSystem/3-wire Constant Voltage (L3D0)
- 0.1% Premier HomeWorks Digital Controller
- HomeWorks Digital Power Module
Installation Guides:
- Hi-lume 1% 2-wire
- Hi-lume 1% EcoSystem
- Hi-lume 1% 3-Wire/EcoSystem
- Hi-lume 0.1% 3-wire/EcoSystem
- LCI Online - www.lutron.com/LCIonline
- OVW 103 - Understanding Load Types
- OVW 301 - Introduction to LEDs and LED Drivers
- OVW 206 - Hi lume A Series LED Driver
Dimming LEDs
- Controlling LEDs White Paper
- Residential Systems Control of LED Lighting
- Challenges of Dimming LED Loads on ELV and MLV Transformers
- 0-10 V Control Topology
Lutron Contact Numbers
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Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.
7200 Suter Road
Coopersburg, PA 18036-1299 U.S.A.
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