Lutron Athena System Typical Concept Drawing
This document provides a conceptual overview of the Lutron Athena system, illustrating typical configurations and wiring for lighting control applications. It is intended for design and planning purposes and is not a construction document.
System Overview
The Lutron Athena system is a comprehensive lighting control solution designed for various applications. It integrates wired and wireless components to provide advanced control over lighting, including dimming, switching, and shade control.
Key Components and Technologies
- Athena Processors: Core components for system management and communication. Available in various configurations (e.g., QP5-1L-POE, QP5-2L-POE, QP5-4L-POE, QP6-1L).
- QS Link: The primary communication backbone for the Athena system, connecting various devices and controllers.
- Clear Connect - Type X: Lutron's wireless mesh control protocol, enabling communication with wireless devices.
- EcoSystem: A lighting control protocol for dimming and switching various loads.
- T-Series: A lighting control protocol for specific LED drivers.
- Ketra: Lutron's tunable white and full-color spectrum lighting technology.
Wiring and Connectivity
The system utilizes various wiring methods and protocols:
- Ethernet Link: CAT6 or better cable for system networking, with a maximum run of 328 ft (100 m) point-to-point. PoE (Power over Ethernet) is supported for certain devices.
- QS Wiring: Specific wiring guidelines are provided based on wire gauge and total control link length, with maximums up to 2,000 ft (600 m).
- EcoSystem Bus/Loop: Topology-free and polarity-free wiring, supporting up to 64 ballasts/drivers/modules per loop.
- T-Series Bus/Loop: Topology-free and polarity-insensitive wiring, supporting up to 32 T-Series drivers per loop.
- Clear Connect - Type X Wireless: Devices must be within a specified range of the gateway (e.g., 71 ft [22 m] through construction, 25 ft [7.6 m] of other nodes).
Power Supplies and Distribution
Various power supplies are available to support the system:
- QS Smart Panel Power Supply (QSPS-10PNL): Provides power for QS devices and shades.
- QS Individual Power Supply (QSPS-PX-1-35V, QSPS-J-1-35V): Smaller power supply units for individual QS links.
- Power Draw Units (PDUs): Devices that draw power from the system.
Control Devices and Sensors
A wide range of control devices and sensors are supported:
- Keypads: Wired and wireless keypads (e.g., Palladiom, Pico wireless controls) for scene selection and control.
- Sensors: Occupancy, vacancy, and daylight sensors (wired and wireless) for automated lighting control.
- Shade Controls: Sivoia QS roller shade drive units and related wiring.
- Interfaces: DMX control interface (QSE-CI-DMX), Contact-Closure interface (QSE-IO), and Ethernet TCP/IP communication interface (QSE-CI-NWK-E).
Ketra Integration
The Athena system supports integration with Ketra lighting products, including various downlights, track lights, lamps, and linear luminaires. This integration allows for tunable white and full-color spectrum control.
Services and Support
Lutron offers a range of services, including:
- Pre-Startup Services: On-site pre-wire visits and system integration consultation.
- Startup Support: After-hours startup, on-site scene tuning, and performance verification walkthroughs.
- Post-Startup Services: Customer-site solution training and system optimization.
- Maintenance & Support: Software maintenance agreements, limited warranties, and technology support plans (Silver, Gold, Platinum).
Details on warranty coverage and response times are provided for different service levels.
General Notes
- All dimming ballasts and drivers should be Lutron Ecosystem or Hi-Lume types unless otherwise specified.
- Electrical contractors must confirm all circuiting requirements.
- Architects are responsible for verifying quantity, location, and finish of all controls.
- Lutron field service commissioning is included and initiates a 2-year limited warranty. Contact Lutron for scheduling with 10 days notice.
