Synapse DIM10-087-06-FW Controller

Installation Guide and Regulatory Information

Overview and Warnings

The Synapse DIM10-087-06-FW Controller is designed for dimming control of LED drivers. It operates on 5 to 24V DC and uses 2.4 GHz RF for communication.

General Warnings and Cautions

WARNING: TO AVOID FIRE, SHOCK, OR DEATH: TURN OFF POWER AT CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE AND TEST THAT POWER IS OFF BEFORE INSTALLING! ⚡??
PROPER GROUNDING REQUIRED TO AVOID STATIC DISCHARGE WHICH CAN DAMAGE CONTROLLERS DURING INSTALLATION.
If you are unsure about any part of these instructions, consult an electrician; all work should be performed by qualified personnel.
Disconnect power at circuit breaker or fuse when servicing, installing or removing fixture or changing lamps.
CAUTION: DIM10-087-06-FW controllers must be installed in accordance with national, state, and local electrical codes and requirements.

Specifications

Dim Control Max Load: 30 mA Source/Sink
Radio Frequency: 2.4 GHz (IEEE 802.15.4)
RF Transmission Output Power: +20dBM
Operating Temperature: -40 to +85 °C
Operating Humidity: 10 to 90%, non-condensing
Drivers: Limited to 4 LED Drivers
Wire Size: 18 AWG, 8" Wires, UL1316, 600V
Dimensions: 2.25" L x 2.0" W x 0.3" H (57 x 50.8 x 7.6 mm)

Design Considerations

Recommendations for successful dimming:

The dimming control wires are referenced as Dim+ and Dim-. The dimming signals have a Maximum voltage of 10V DC.
Do not ground the DIM- wire to chassis ground; this is a return signal and is critical for proper dimming.
Route dimming wires away from AC lines if possible.
Maximum of 4 LED Drivers per controller; consult Synapse Support if a greater ratio is needed.
Do not mount to a heatsink or to a LED driver.
When installing the DIM10-087-06-FW into an enclosure, consider the internal antenna position and interference for optimum wireless signal strength. Prior to permanently mounting, ensure the antenna is free of any metal objects within 12 inches of the antenna.

Installation Instructions

Needed Material

Mounting Hardware: (1) #4 and M3 screws and standoff recommended

Mounting

Place the controller in the desired location and secure it using a #4 sized screw and standoff through the mounting hole located in the center of the board.

Wiring the DIM10-087-06-FW Controller

Note: Unless specified, connections to a standard Dim to Off LED driver and a DALI 2 LED driver are the same for the DIM- and DALI- wires.

Connect the POWER (BROWN) wire of the DIM10-087-06-FW to the 5-24V DC Aux output from the LED driver.
Connect the DIM- and DALI- (GRAY/WHITE STRIPE) wires of the DIM10-087-06-FW to the COMMON/DALI- or COMMON/DIM- terminal on the LED driver, depending on your driver type.

Connecting Sensors

Steps 4-7 are for adding sensors. Skip this section if not connecting sensors.

Two sensor inputs are available for low powered (24V DC) type sensors.

The SENSOR A (YELLOW) wire is used to connect sensor A.
The SENSOR B (ORANGE) wire is used to connect sensor B.

Connect the sensor power wire to the AUX out on the LED driver (the LED driver powers the sensor).
Connect the sensor Common to the COMMON/DALI- or COMMON/DIM- terminal on the LED driver.
Connect the SENSOR A (YELLOW) wire or the SENSOR B (ORANGE) wire of the DIM10-087-06-FW controller to the sensor CTRL/Control wire.
If using more than one sensor, duplicate the installation as described above. (See Figures 1 AND 2 for reference).

Connecting the Dimming Circuit

Steps 8-10 are for connecting to a Standard Dim to Off LED driver. Skip to steps 11-13 for DALI 2 LED drivers.

Connect the DIM+ (PURPLE) wire from the DIM10-087-06-FW to the DIM+ wire on the LED driver.
Connect the DIM- (GRAY/WHITE STRIPE) wire from the DIM10-087-06-FW to the COMMON/DIM- wire on the LED driver.
Cap the unused DALI+ (PURPLE/WHITE STRIPE) wire. (See Figure 1 for reference).

Connecting to a DALI 2 LED Driver

Steps 11-13 are for connecting to a DALI 2 LED driver.

Connect the DALI+ (PURPLE/WHITE STRIPE) wire from the DIM10-087-06-FW to the LED driver DALI+.
Cap the unused DIM+ (PURPLE) wire. (See Figure 2 for reference).

Powering Up the Fixture and Controller

After connecting the Controller to the LED Driver and any sensors, ensure all unused wires are capped. Switch power on to the fixture. The light should turn on.

Status LED

When the controller is powered, the status LED indicates the current status:

Red: No Network Found (Communication Lost) ❌
Blinking Green: Network Found, Controller Not Configured (Device not yet added to SimplySNAP) ⚠️
Green: Network Found, Controller Configured (Normal Operation) ✔️

Refer to the SimplySNAP User's Manual for information on provisioning the DIM10-087-06-FW.

Diagram Descriptions

Figure 1 - DIM to OFF Wiring Diagram Description

This diagram illustrates wiring for a standard Dim to Off LED driver. It shows the DIM10-087-06-FW controller connected to an LED driver. The controller's BROWN wire connects to the LED driver's AUX DC VOLTAGE. The controller's GRAY/WHITE STRIPE wire connects to the LED driver's COMMON/DIM-. The controller's PURPLE wire connects to the LED driver's DIM+. Sensor connections are also shown: YELLOW wire to SENSOR A (VDC), GRAY/WHITE STRIPE wire to SENSOR A (COM), ORANGE wire to SENSOR B (VDC), and another GRAY/WHITE STRIPE wire to SENSOR B (COM). Notes indicate that the GRAY/WHITE STRIPE wires connect to COMMON/DALI-, the PURPLE wire is for analog dimming and unused with DALI-2, and the ORANGE/YELLOW wires are for sensors.

Figure 2 - DALI-2 Wiring Diagram Description

This diagram illustrates wiring for a DALI-2 LED driver. It shows the DIM10-087-06-FW controller connected to a DALI-2 LED driver. The controller's PURPLE/WHITE STRIPE wire connects to the LED driver's DALI+. The controller's GRAY/WHITE STRIPE wire connects to the LED driver's COMMON/DALI-. The controller's PURPLE wire is capped as it is unused with DALI-2. Notes specify that both GRAY/WHITE STRIPE wires connect to the COMMON/DALI- wire, the PURPLE wire is for analog dimming and unused with DALI-2, and the ORANGE/YELLOW wires are for sensors.

Regulatory Information and Certifications

RF Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. It should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Industry Canada (IC) Certifications

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicable aux appareils numeriques de la class B prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada.

FCC Certifications and Regulatory Information (USA only)

FCC Part 15 Class B: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and (2) These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause harmful operation.

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI) (FCC 15.105): This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: (1) Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna; (2) Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver; (3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected; (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Declaration of Conformity (FCC 96-208 & 95-19)

Synapse Wireless, Inc. declares that the product name "DIM10-087-06-FW", to which this declaration relates, meets the requirements specified by the Federal Communications Commission as detailed in the following specifications:

Part 15, Subpart B, for Class B equipment
FCC 96-208 as it applies to Class B personal computers and peripherals
This product has been tested at an External Test Laboratory certified per FCC rules and has been found to meet the FCC, Part 15, Emission Limits. Documentation is on file and available from Synapse Wireless, Inc.

If the FCC ID for the module inside this product enclosure is not visible when installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which this product is installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module FCC ID.

Modifications (FCC 15.21): Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Synapse Wireless, Inc., may void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Certifications

Model: DIM10-087-06-FW
Contains FCC ID: U9O-SM220
Contains IC: 7084A-SM220
UL File No: E346690
DALI-2 Certified Application Controller

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