DIGITAL DIMMABLE CONTROL GEAR FOR T5-FLUORESCENT LAMPS - PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp
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PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp
DIGITAL DIMMABLE CONTROL GEAR FOR
T5-FLUORESCENT LAMPS
LIGHT IS LIFE
Light is stimulating and fascinating. Light not only allows us to see our world, it affects the way in which we see it and the way we
react to it. The dynamics of natural light, with its daily and seasonal rhythms in terms of direction, brightness and colour, plays an
significant role. A bright summer's day, for example, makes us feel much more cheerful than a dull and misty winter's day.
Light stimulates. Light brings energy. Light is warmth. Light
creates a sense of well-being. Light means cheerfulness. Light
makes us feel happy. Light shows colours. Natural light creates
an atmosphere, a mood.
But atmosphere and dynamic light are not just outdoor pheno-
mena, they also apply to the insides of buildings:
• Lively retail outlets, shop windows and trade fair stands:
Emphasis on guiding customers to specific areas, arousing
interest and attention, presenting brands and products,
providing an unmistakeable message.
• Hotels and restaurants with a unique character: Friendly
feel-good atmosphere conducive to communication, trendy
locations with their own dramatic identity.
• Motivating positive mood within the workplace: Promotion of
productivity and concentration, activation and stimulation.
• In hospitals and patient care facilities a blend of colour and
light that promotes recovery instead of sterile monotone:
colours that simulate the changing light throughout the day for
relaxation and well-being.
Dynamics bring life to artificial light in all its aspects, and also provide the right subjective levels of brightness for each particular
task. For dynamic light we need dimmable lighting systems. The different light sources can be integrated with the aid of the com-
plete range of digital dimmable equipment from TridonicAtco, such as control gear, electronic transformers and LED converters.
Dimmable control gear – the high-end PCA EXCEL one4all and the low-cost PCA ECO – are ideal in task-specific dynamic lighting
solutions with T5 fluorescent lamps.
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The "enforcers" in energy saving
Energy efficiency is an absolute must High-frequency operation for energy savings
Dimmable control gear is not just the basis for dynamic lighting According to the CELMA classification, electronic control gear
solutions but essential to ensure energy-saving operation of in classes A1, A2 and A3 are categorised as "energy savers".
lighting systems. This aspect is gaining in importance in view of Because they operate at high frequencies, electronic control
the growing demand for energy throughout the world. Efficiency gear reduce the power consumption of lamps below that
is indicated by the "Energy Efficiency Index System" (EEI) produ- specified for operation at 50 Hz. This results in energy savings
ced by CELMA, with its seven energy classes that define the in luminaires equipped with ECGs by 25 % compared with
limit values for the energy consumption of systems comprising luminaires fitted with conventional B2 ballasts.
control gear and lamps. The seriousness of the situation is
underlined by the ban on high-loss magnetic ballasts in energy
classes C and D by the EU under EU Directive 2000/55/EC.
Classification electronic and magnetic ballasts after CELMA
banning banning PC PRO PCA EXCEL one4all
21.05.2002 21.11.2005 PCA ECO
-80%
D C B2 B1 A3 A2 A1
B1 – D magnetic chokes A1 – A3 electronic ballasts
saved energy
Energy saving to perfection
Dimmable electronic control gear is the absolute "king" of energy saving, as indicated by its inclusion in Class A1. Dimmable control
gear – especially control gear from TridonicAtco, is particularly good at saving energy not only because of its high-frequency
operation. It can be used to adjust the brightness level to particular requirements. This is where the greatest potential for saving
energy lies – further reductions of up to 70 % are possible in fact.
Up to 80% Energysaving with dimmable control gear
Energysaving %
Overall savings with dimmable TridonicAtco control 100
90 -25%
gear therefore amount to up to 80 %. Such increases
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in the energy efficiency of lighting systems result from 70
the high lamp operating efficiency, the low power 60 -80%
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consumption of the PCA ECO and PCA EXCEL one4all
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digital dimmable control gear and the possibility of 30
incorporating daylight and presence controllers. 20
10
100 80 60 40 20 10 5 4 3 2 1
0
magnetic non- digital dim level
chokes dimmable dimmable in %
ballasts ballasts
saved energy
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CONTROL – VARIED BUT ALWAYS PERFECT:
switchDIM, DSI AND DALI
The fifth generation of PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp digital dimmable control gear has a series of new functions to further enhance its
performance especially in high-quality lighting solutions. Well though-out interfaces to the outside world, such as mains input,
lamp management and digital communication, mean that the design meets the highest standards. Luminaire designers are given
enormous freedom thanks to the low-profile casing and the varied task-specific control options. switchDIM, DSI and DALI all add
up to lighting control par excellence.
switchDIM – DSI –
dimming and switching with mains voltage digital technology with tradition
Simple, cost-effective and extremely user-friendly. The digital DSI protocol was developed by TridonicAtco back in
switchDIM is the simplest controller for the PCA EXCEL 1991. The digitally controllable control gear could be programmed
one4all digital dimmable control gear. It represents an even then and had a fault reporting feature – intelligent functions
extremely economical option with manual operation: that are still important today. Properties such as common routing
of the control line and mains power supply, and interference-free
communication are obligatory. The tried and trusted DSI protocol
• User-friendly with several control points
• Power-less switching via the control interface
provides the basis for the DALI interface standard.
• Simple polarity-free wiring
• Unaffected by interruptions in the control line
• Dimming characteristic matched to the sensitivity of the eye
• Storage of the last dimmer value, for example in the event of a
power failure
• Adjustable fade rate DSI communication
Digital Manchester-coded 8-bit protocol. Precise, interference-free and
successful TridonicAtco technology. thanks to a data transfer rate of
switchDIM communication 1200 baud, only a simple two-wire line is needed.
switchDIM works with the mains voltage as a control signal.
Depending on how long the switch is held down on a standard
switch, PCA EXCEL one4all can interpret the signal either as a
DSI signal
dimming command or as a switching command.
1 start bit
1 address byte (8 data bits)
4 stop bits
It is not just TridonicAtco that makes use of DSI technology with
its extensive benefits – from digital control and reduced
complexity to simple installation thanks to polarity-free wiring.
A wide network of partners offers the perfect platform for
innovative lighting solutions.
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DALI – the established interface standard for lighting
control systems
The DALI interface standard defines digital communi- With individual addressability and status feedback, DALI lighting
cation between control units. A total of 64 control units, control systems offer top-quality monitoring functions. In addition,
such as PCA EXCEL one4all digital dimmable control programmable parameters such as different fade times open up
gear, can be individually addressed on one line, 16 groups new opportunities for developing high-quality lighting solutions.
can be assigned and 16 lighting scenes can be pro- New functions that go beyond the DALI standard have been
grammed. Regrouping is possible at any time without implemented by TridonicAtco in the PCA EXCEL one4all to expand
the need for costly rewiring. the options still further.
DALI communication
Manchester-coded 19-bit protocol with an address area for
64 addresses – based on digital DSI technology. Supports bi-
directional communication for status feedback, among other
things.
Operation set (19 Bits)
1 start bit
1 address byte (8 data bits)
1 data byte (8 data bits)
2 stop bits
Bit 1 2 3 9 10 18
Benefits of digital DALI or DSI systems compared
1 select bit
6 address bits with analogue 1-10 V applications
1 group address bit
• All the luminaires receive the same precise interference-free digital
Signal processing (11 Bits)
signal and therefore the same dimmer value
1 start bit
• Polarity-free control lines simplify wiring and eliminate sources of faults
1 data bit (8 data bits)
2 stop bits
• Simple wiring with standard five-pole cables
• Simple application-specific expansion thanks to the multi-master
Bit 1 2 10
concept
• Individual addressability of a maximum of 64 DALI control units, such
Technical data for a DALI line: as PCA T5 EXCEL one4all, TE one4all and LED 0025 K211
• DALI voltage 9.5 V – 22.4 V DC • 16 lighting groups and 16 lighting scenes
• Maximum DALI system current 250 mA
• Data transfer rate 1200 baud • Status feedback
• Line length of up to 300 m (for 1.5 mm2)
• Common routing of the control line and mains power supply
• Different wiring options (star, series and mixed)
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FUNCTIONS AT A GLANCE
Intelligent Voltage Guard
Intelligent Voltage Guard is an innovative prevention mechanism that constantly monitors the mains voltage
at the control gear to protect it against possible damage due to overvoltage or undervoltage for example
in the event of a neutral conductor break. If the mains voltage is too low the lamp circuit is automatically
disconnected to protect the control gear from being irreparably damaged. If the voltage is too high, the lamps
start flashing. The installer can then immediately do something about the overvoltages which would otherwise
sooner or later lead to failure of the ECG.
Smart-heating concept
Improved lamp management means perfect lighting solutions with preheat times of only 0.5 s, dimming to
1 % luminous flux for all T5 fluorescent lamps and high-speed fade rates for up to 20 brightness values per
second – ideal for sound and light applications. The "smart heating" concept controls electrode heating. This
not only increases the life of the lamp thanks to a reduced load on the lamp filaments, but also reduces the
connected load as there is a saving on heating the filaments.
Service functions
When integrated in building management systems, PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp simplifies setup and mainten-
ance. Important setup and service information, such as type designation, production job or firmware version,
can be retrieved directly via the digital interface. Configurable backward compatibility enables the system to
continue functioning properly whenever equipment is replaced.
21 mm high
Dimmable PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp control gear
for T5 fluorescent lamps with a cross-section of
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21 mm x 30 mm is available in one and two-lamp
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versions with lengths of 425 mm and 360 mm. They
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therefore ideally complement the low-profile range of D
non-dimmable control gear, emergency lighting units
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and control components. The uniform height of 21 mm
offers luminaire designers great freedom.
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Intelligent Temperature Guard
The "Intelligent Temperature Guard" monitors the temperature of the PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp control
gear and protects it against thermal damage. The ECG is dimmed or switched off before it reaches
the damage threshold so the temperature in the luminaire can fall. Each time this happens the event is
stored and can be queried via the digital interface.
Functions for emergency lighting mode
warm
Because of the extremely short starting time of only 0.2 s in dc emergency lighting mode, PCA T5 EXCEL one4all
0,5 sec.
start
lp is ideal for use in hazardous areas in which a time to light of 0.5 s is needed. After the weekly emergency lighting
function test – for all control signal variants – the last dimmer value that was set is automatically retrieved. In additi-
on to the adjustable DC level, dimming is now possible in DC mode, which means that the PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp
control gear can be perfectly integrated in different emergency lighting systems, in other words centrally powered
and individual battery systems.
one4all interface
The one4all interface offers a simple manual switch control, precise interference-free digital control with
DSI or individually addressable control via DALI. A luminaire equipped with digital dimmable PCA T5 EXCEL
one4all lp control gear can therefore be used for different control options – without the need for rewiring. With
a SMART light sensor connected directly to the control gear, a conventional dimmable luminaire is turned into
an independent intelligent luminaire.
corridorFUNCTION
Light Output
A B
The new corridorFUNCTION is a particularly clever
Delay time
addition, providing simple solutions to complex pesence detector
Fa
de
processes. Standard motion detectors and luminaires tim
e
with PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp control gear is all that
is required to provide presence-controlled lighting –
particularly in rooms with no natural daylight such as
underground garages and warehouses. There is no time
need for a separate controller. The corridorFUNCTION can be programmed so that if there is no one in the
room the light is not switched off – as is the case with non-dimmable control gear – but dimmed to the
minimum level. It can then be switched off automatically after a preset delay.
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NEAT APPLICATIONS
Dynamic colour and light
Architectural elements or rooms can be given greater presence
with individually adjusted dynamic lighting solutions. Controlled
changes in the intensity, colour and direction of the light play
an important role here. In this way, rooms can be given different
atmospheres to suit requirements.
This places new demands on lighting components, such as
coloured lamps, tailor-made controllers and dimmable control
gear. The advanced PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp, at the heart of
the lighting system, guarantees precise control of T5 fluorescent
lamps.
The digital dimmable PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp control gear
has the right functions and features to handle dynamic coloured
lighting applications. Its smart-heating concept ensures optimum
lamp operation under demanding conditions. Benefits include
fast fade times so up to 20 brightness values per second can
be achieved, and a reduction in the preheat time to 0.5 s.
Use of PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp promises "pure" colours as the
colour components not required can be minimised or eliminated.
All T5 fluorescent lamps – both the high-efficiency and high
output versions – can be dimmed to 1 % luminous flux. With the
lamps switched off it is possible to send commands to activate
filament heating and ignite the lamps immediately without
preheating. This means that unusual coloured lighting solutions
with special requirements can be implemented.
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Perfect lighting for offices
Office lighting is in the process of change. More and more office
buildings are being constructed by investors, which in turn
means that they are likely to go through a number of changes
of use throughout their lifetime. This places enormous demands
for flexibility in the infrastructure – and that includes the lighting
systems. These requirements can be met with dimmable DALI
control gear such as PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp. These intelligent
ECGs are ideal for switching and dimming and can be full inte-
grated in a central control system where their particular strengths
of individual addressability and fault reporting are greatly appre-
ciated.
And there are many other features that contribute to the overall
success of the low-profile PCA T5 EXCEL one4all units. The one
and two-lamp versions cover the complete portfolio of T5 fluo-
rescent lamps – including the 49 W lamp. Standby losses are
very low thanks to optimised energy design. The "smart heating"
concept controls electrode heating. This not only increases the
life of the lamp but also reduces the connected load as there is
a saving on heating the filaments.
ECG information is stored in the digital dimmable PCA T5 EXCEL
one4all lp control gear, which is useful when the units are
integrated in building management systems. This information
makes setting up, maintaining and evaluating the control gear
much easier. Status reports and important setup and service in-
formation, such as type designation, production job or firmware
version, can be retrieved directly via the interface.
On the basis of these outstanding features it is possible to
design energy-efficient lighting solutions that can either be
controlled centrally or operated individually. The extended
functionality of the digital interface also provides ideal support
for facility management.
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FOCUS ON STYLISH LUMINAIRE DESIGN
The low-profile casing with a cross-section of only 21 mm x 30 mm sets new standards for small stylish luminaires. However a
standard is only as good as the breadth of the offering. TridonicAtco has this breadth with its extensive product range – all with
a height of 21 mm.
The high-end version of the PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp dimmable control gear
is intended for demanding applications. Excellent interfaces to the outside
world, such as mains input, lamp management and digital communication,
ensure that this fifth PCA generation can be used to control the entire range
of T5 HE and HO fluorescent lamps – including for the first time 49 W T5
PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp fluorescent lamps.
The new generation of dimmable PCA T5 ECO lp control gear offers extensive
functionality – and at low cost. The "switchDIM" memory, for example, saves
the last dimmer value in the event of a power failure. Of course, the entire
PCA T5 ECO lp range – including the version for operating 49 W T5 lamps –
features optimised lamp management and 1 % as the lowest dimmer value.
PCA T5 ECO lp
Externally, PC T5 PRO lp control gear, which is designed to operate FQ lamps
and to handle multiwatt operation of FH lamps from 14 W to 35 W,
is impressive for its low-profile casing. This is available in three lengths
(280 mm, 360 mm and 425 mm). The units are equally impressive on the
inside. "Intelligent Voltage Guard" for example is an innovative feature that
constantly monitors the mains voltage, while the smart-heating concept
PC T5 PRO lp ensure efficient use of energy and long lamp life.
The range of low-profile emergency lighting control gear from TridonicAtco
covers everything from simple to highly intelligent solutions for battery power-
ed emergency lighting systems. EM Basic LP, EM Selftest and EM PRO –
the latter can be easily integrated in DALI lighting control systems – are im-
pressive for their standardised testing and monitoring algorithms, advanced
functionality with electrode heating, "Boost Start" and optimised ballast
lumen factor for optimum lamp operation. The multi-level charging system
EM BASIC lp, EM SELFTEST, EM PRO guarantees long life for both NiCd and NiMh batteries.
The entire range of intelligent DALI and DSI control components, such as the
DSI-V/T control module for switch control or the DALI-DSI II control module
for converting DALI commands into digital DSI signals, comes in miniaturised
DIGITAL LIGHTING CONTROL MODULES casings with a cross-section of only 21 mm x 30 mm.
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This digital dimmable control gear is a real all-rounder. The one4all interface with the options of control with DALI, DSI, switchDIM
or SMART automatically adjusts to the control signal. The 5th generation of PCA T5 EXCEL one4all dimmable control gear with
its large number of intelligent functions is suitable for a wide range of applications: From office lighting and lighting solutions
controlled by building management systems to dynamic colour changing systems and intelligent applications featuring the
corridorFUNCTION. The low-profile casing is an important factor here in luminaire design.
lamp control gear article number dimming design Fixing centres
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14 PCA 1/14 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088511 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
21 PCA 1/21 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088495 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
28 PCA 1/28 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088473 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
35 PCA 1/35 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088454 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
14 PCA 2/14 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088527 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
21 PCA 2/21 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088502 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
28 PCA 2/28 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088489 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
35 PCA 2/35 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088467 100% – 1% 21 mm x 30 mm x 425 mm 415
24 PCA 1/24 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088607 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
39 PCA 1/39 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088580 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
49 PCA 1/49 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088568 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
54 PCA 1/54 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088549 100% – 1% 21mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
80 PCA 1/80 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088533 100% – 1% 21 mm x 30 mm x 425 mm 415
24 PCA 2/24 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088616 100% – 1% 21 mm x 30 mm x 360 mm 350
39 PCA 2/39 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088596 100% – 1% 21 mm x 30 mm x 425 mm 350
49 PCA 2/49 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088574 100% – 1% 21 mm x 30 mm x 425 mm 415
54 PCA 2/54 T5 EXCEL one4all lp 22088555 100% – 1% 21 mm x 30 mm x 425 mm 415
PCA T5 EXCEL one4all lp
• Digital one4all interface (DALI, DSI, switchDIM & SMART)
• 21 mm x 30 mm housing
• Intelligent Voltage Guard
• Intelligent Temperature Guard
• Very low power consumption in standby
• All T5- lamps can be dimmed down to 1 % light level
• Rapid fading rate for up to 20 light values/second
• 0,5 s start time
• Smart-heating-concept
• corridorFUNCTION
• DALI-Memory
• switchDIM-Memory
• A 2nd switchDIM fading rate can be selected (3s or 6s)
• Programmable parameters
• Status feed back
• Quiery of service data possible
• Powerless switching via digital interface
• Polarity-free wiring
• Logarithmic dimming curve
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