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Copyright © 2019 Savant System, LLC

45 Perseverance Way, Hyannis, MA 02601Savant.com | 508.683.2500

Document Number: 009-1823-00

Document Date: May 2019

Document Supports: da Vinci 9.0

Savant Panelized Lighting

Deployment Guide

Panel Bridge Controller, Dimming Module, and Relay Module

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ContentsTo access the link to the topics in this document, click the topic page.1. Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................4

2. Deployment Steps ........................................................................................................................................................................................................4

3. Overview ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................5

4. Connections ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................64.1. Panel Bridge Controller System - w/Dimmer Companion Module ............................................................................................... 64.2. Panel Bridge Controller System - w/Dual Relay Module ................................................................................................................... 7

5. Blueprint - Preliminary Setup ...................................................................................................................................................................................85.1. Enable the Lighting and Fan Resource .................................................................................................................................................... 85.2. Enable the Lighting/Keypad Manager ..................................................................................................................................................... 8

6. Blueprint - Add Controller.........................................................................................................................................................................................9

7. OLA Server ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................107.1. Panel Bridge Controller - Universe Settings .......................................................................................................................................... 107.2. Panel Bridge Controller - RDM Tab ........................................................................................................................................................... 117.3. Dimming/Relay Modules - RDM Tab ......................................................................................................................................................... 127.4. Addressing in the RDM Patcher Tab ......................................................................................................................................................... 13

8. Blueprint - Discover Lighting Loads and Test ...................................................................................................................................................14

9. Blueprint - Smart Groups ..........................................................................................................................................................................................159.1. How to Move Loads between Smart Groups ......................................................................................................................................... 159.2. How to Create a New Smart Group........................................................................................................................................................... 159.3. How to Test a Smart Group .......................................................................................................................................................................... 15

10. Blueprint - Update Data Table .................................................................................................................................................................................16

11. Blueprint - Upload Configuration ...........................................................................................................................................................................17

12. Savant Pro App .............................................................................................................................................................................................................18

13. Firmware Upgrade .......................................................................................................................................................................................................1913.1. Download the Nordic nRF Connect App ................................................................................................................................................ 1913.2. Enable Bluetooth for Discovery .................................................................................................................................................................. 1913.3. Download Firmware file to the Nordic nRF App ................................................................................................................................. 2013.4. Scan and Locate the Dimming or Relay Module .................................................................................................................................. 2113.5. Load the Firmware file ................................................................................................................................................................................... 2113.6. Download/Install Firmware to Module..................................................................................................................................................... 22

Appendix A: OLA Server - Additional Information .........................................................................................................................................23

Appendix B: Network Requirements ....................................................................................................................................................................27

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Important Safety Information - Read FirstBefore installing, configuring, or operating any equipment and other, Savant recommends that each dealer, integrator, installer, etc. access and read all the relevant technical documentation. Savant technical documentation can be located by visiting Savant.com. Vendor documentation is supplied with the equipment.Read and understand all safety instructions, cautions, and warnings in this document and the labels on the equipment.

Safety Classifications In this DocumentNOTE: Provides special information for installing, configuring,

and operating the equipment.

IMPORTANT!Provides special information that is critical to installing, configuring, and operating the equipment.

CAUTION!Provides special information for avoiding situations that may cause damage to equipment.

WARNING!Provides special information for avoiding situations that may cause physical danger to the installer, end user, etc.

ELECTRIC SHOCK! The source power poses an electric shock hazard that has the potential to cause serious injury to installers and end users.

ELECTRICAL DISCONNECT: The source power outlet and power supply input power sockets should be easily accessible to disconnect power in the event of an electrical hazard or malfunction.

Weight Injury Prevention WEIGHT INJURY! Installing some of the Savant equipment requires two

installers to ensure safe handling during installation. Failure to use two installers may result in injury.

Electric Shock Prevention

Safety StatementsAll safety instructions below should be read, understood, and applied under all relevant circumstances when working with this equipment.1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of any polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If any provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect any power cord from being walked on or pinched; particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer, following all relevant safety precautions for any such attachments/accessories.

12. Disconnect any outlet powered apparatus from its power source during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a damaged power supply cord or plug, liquid being spilled or objects having fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, apparatus having been dropped, or other failure to operate normally.

14. To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.

15. For applicable equipment, use the included power cord with the grounding prong intact to ensure proper grounding of the device.

16. For any hardwired or fixed in-wall apparatus, carefully follow all wiring diagrams and instructions. All electrical wiring and servicing should be performed by a properly licensed electrician.

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1. IntroductionThis document will guide the installer/integrator through the process of installing, configuring, and adding the following devices to a Savant Pro System.

– Panel Bridge Controller (PBC-1000-10) – QO Style Dual Adaptive Phase Dimmer Module (SPM-Q2APD10) – QO Style Dual Forward Phase Dimmer Module (SPM-Q2FPD10) – QO Style Dual Relay 120V AC 20 Amp Relay Module (RPM-Q2R20120) – QO Style Relay 240V AC 30 Amp Relay Module (RPM-Q2R40240)

Before You BeginRead through this document in its entirety and ensure that the following required items are available:

1. Savant Control System running da Vinci release version 9.0 or higher .................................................................................................................

2. Savant Panel Bridge Controller (PBC-1000) .....................................................................................................................................................................

3. Unique ID (UID) of the Controller ........................................................................................................................................................................................

4. Dimmer and/or Relay Module(s) ...........................................................................................................................................................................................

5. QO™ or Homeline™ Compatible Home Load Center / Panel Board and Arc Fault Style Breakers ..............................................................

6. Savant Development Environment (SDE/MacBook®) ................................................................................................................................................... RacePoint Blueprint da Vinci 9.0 or higher

7. Ethernet network meeting Savant requirements ............................................................................................................................................................ See Appendix B: Network Requirements

2. Deployment StepsFollow these steps to successfully deploy the controller. This page can be used as a checklist to record which steps have been completed.

1. Review product specifications. See the Installation Manual for each product on the Savant Customer Community ........................

2. Wire the Panel Bridge Controller and Dimming/Relay Modules into a Savant Control System. See Connections ...............................

3. Enable the Lighting and Keypad Manager in Blueprint. See Blueprint - Preliminary Setup ..........................................................................

4. Add controller to a Blueprint configuration. See Blueprint Configuration - Add Controller .........................................................................

5. Device naming and addressing using the OLA Server. See OLA Server ................................................................................................................

6. Using Controller, discover the lighting loads in the system. See Blueprint - Discover Lighting Loads and Test ...................................

7. Create Smart Groups as required. See Blueprint - Smart Groups ............................................................................................................................

8. Update Lighting Data Table. See Blueprint Configuration - Update Data Table ...............................................................................................

9. Upload the Blueprint configuration to the Savant System Host. See Blueprint Configuration - Upload Config ...................................

10. Test system using Savant Pro App. See Savant Pro App .............................................................................................................................................

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3. OverviewThe diagram below displays a complete Savant Panelized Lighting system. Refer to the bulleted items for additional information.

lighting trough

sub panel feeders

Lighting PanelL/P-1

Lighting PanelL/P-2

Lighting Panel

Panel Bridge Controller communicates with dimming and relay modules

over Bluetooth signaling.

Savant recommends connectingcontroller through a UPS Battery Backup system.

(Uninterruptible Power Supply)

Supported Panels:- Homeline 1.0 inch load centers

- QO ¾ inch load centers/panel boardsThe number of panels required

should be determined by the electrical contractor.

See bulleted items.

Install in accordance withNEC and local code

requirements.

To 120-240VAC

L/P-3

5V DC

Primary Antenna

Auxiliary Antenna

Panel BridgeController

StatusReset

Ethernet

A licensed electrician is recommended when determining the following:

– The type of module or modules required for the installation (e.g. dimming modules, relay modules). For specifications and information, refer to the installation manual for each module available on the Savant Customer Community.

– The lighting panel model # and the number of panels needed. To do this,• Sum up the total power of all the

lighting loads to determine the power requirements of each panel.

• Sum up the number of spaces needed for the arc fault breaker and the dimming and relay modules. Each breaker requires one space and each module requires two spaces.

– Determine the size of the arc fault breaker feeding each set of modules. To do this,• Determine the wattage requirements of each load connected to the dimming or relay module.• Sum up the wattage requirements of all loads connected to a dimming or relay module. Divide the wattage requirements by the input voltage. This

will give you the size of the breaker required.

HELPFUL

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4. Connections4.1. Panel Bridge Controller System - w/Dimmer Companion Module

The diagram below shows four adaptive phase dimming modules controlling loads from four separate rooms.

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To Gnd Bar

To Gnd on loads To Gnd on loads

To Gnd Bar

Tie together all the neutrals coming from the load(s) and wire

to neutral screw on the arc fault breaker.

Hot screw from the arc fault breakerfeeds the input to the dimming modules. Output wire to loads.

Output wire to loads.

To Gnd Bar

Neutral on the arc fault breaker will eitherbe a pigtail wire, or a plug on neutral breaker

connection.

NeutralBar

Ground Bar

Lighting Panel

Master Bedroom

Living Room

To Gnd Bar

2nd Bedroom

20A ARC FAULTBREAKER

– The Panel Bridge Controller communicates with the dimming module(s) using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) signaling and supports communicating with up to 40 modules.

– Each dimming module contains two outputs. The diagram above shows only one output per module being utilized. – The total current draw from the loads can’t exceed 80% of the size of the breaker for that circuit. For example, with a 15 amp breaker max would

be 12 amps or 1440 watts. With a 20 amp breaker, max would be 16 amps or 1920 watts. – Do not add MLV (Magnetic Low Voltage) and ELV (Electronic Low Voltage) type loads to the same arc fault breaker circuit. Doing so can cause

damage to the dimming module. MLV and ELV circuits should be connected to separate arc fault breakers.

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4.2. Panel Bridge Controller System - w/Dual Relay ModuleThe diagram below shows the connections for a Dual Relay module.

– A 15 or 20 amp ARC fault breaker per input is used (determined by the load). – The outputs of the relay module switch between 0 and 120V AC. These outputs do not support dimming.

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Hot screw from the arc fault breakerfeeds the relay module inputs.

The neutral wire coming from the load is connected to

the neutral screw on the arc fault breaker.

Neutral on the arc fault breaker will either be a pigtail wire, or a plug on neutral breaker

connection.

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5. Blueprint - Preliminary SetupBy default, the lighting and fan controller resources in the Host are disabled. With these resources disabled, the Lighting and Keypad Manager can’t be accessed. Follow the steps below to enable these resources.

5.1. Enable the Lighting and Fan Resource

5.2. Enable the Lighting/Keypad Manager

1. In Blueprint, double-click the Host to open the Host inspector (The inspector is in image to the right).

2. Select Resources from the Show: drop-down menu.3. Add a check to the Fan Controller Source field check box. 4. Add a check to the Lighting Controller Source field check box.5. Close the Inspector.

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4When the configuration being built consists of just lighting, or if the Lighting/Keypad Manager of an existing configuration is grayed out (not active), perform the steps below to activate the manager. If the Lighting and Keypad Manager is already active, skip this section.

1. Drag the Host into the Blueprint layout window (if not already in the layout window).2. From the Blueprint toolbar, select Show Library to open the Component Library.3. Locate and add a Generic NetworkSwitch.4. Connect the Ethernet port from the Host to one of the Ethernet ports on the network switch.5. Select the Generate Services icon from the Blueprint toolbar. The state icon will change from orange to either blue or green. At this point, the

Lighting/Keypad Manager will become active.

HELPFUL! The STATE icon available on the Blueprint toolbar indicates if the Lighting/Keypad Manager is active. See information below.

Lighting/Keypad Manager is active. Skip this section.

Lighting/Keypad Manager is not active (grayed out). Currently, either there are no lighting services generated in Blueprint or a change to a service in Blueprint was made. Select the Generate Services icon on the Blueprint toolbar. This will change the State Icon to either Blue or Green and make the Lighting/Keypad Manager active.

IMPORTANT! Starting in release da Vinci 9.1, the Fan and Lighting Controller Resources in Blueprint are by default set to enabled (checked). When working in da Vinci 9.1 or higher, skip section 5.1 and begin with section 5.2.

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6. Blueprint - Add ControllerWith the Panel Bridge Controller connected, power applied, and the Lighting and Keypad Manager activated, follow the steps below to add the controller to a Blueprint configuration.

1. Select Tools > Savant Lighting and Keypads from the Blueprint menu bar. This opens the Lighting/Keypad Manager.

2. Select the Keypads and Controllers tab.

3. Select the expand window icon to open the Discovered field.

4. Select the Discover button. This will scan the local network and locate all the lighting devices. Verify a PBC Controllers field gets added. Select the Stop Discover button when all devices are found.

5. Expand the PBC Controllers field.6. Right click the controller and select Add to configuration. At

this point, the controller will move to the Configured field.7. Select to highlight the controller.8. In the Overview page that opens, enter a Name for the

controller.9. From the Location field drop-down menu, select the location of

the loads that the PBC will be controlling.

10. Select the Web Configure button to open a window to the OLA server. The next step is to make the necessary adjustments to the Universe the PBC will be communicating on. OLA is described in the next section.

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The LED that appears next to the device indicates the state of the controller. See below. – Green LED - Device was discovered and is bound to the

configuration loaded in Blueprint. – Yellow LED - The device was not discovered but is bound

to the configuration loaded in Blueprint. The device was not discovered because the discovery process was never run.

– Red LED - The device was not discovered and is not bound. The discovery process was run but device was not found.

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7. OLA ServerThe next few sections describe what needs to be set in the OLA Web UI embedded in the Panel Bridge Controller. The procedure covers the basics of what is required to add the controller to a Blueprint configuration. More information pertaining to the OLA server and any fields that are not part of the basic setup are available in Appendix A: OLA Server - Additional Information

7.1. Panel Bridge Controller - Universe SettingsThe fields in the Settings tab are pre-configured. Follow the steps below to verify and/or change any settings as required.

1. Expand the Universes field (Select the + icon)2. Select the Universe labeled Savant Lighting. This opens

a preconfigured Universe that supports all Savant wired lighting controllers.

3. Select the Settings tab.4. Optional: If desired, the Universe Name field can be

changed to a job-site specific name. To modify, double click this field and rename to something that identifies the Universe for your system. In this procedure, the name was changed to PBC Master Bdrm as shown in image.

5. Verify that the ArtNet network is checked.

6. Select the Save button if changes were made.

HELPFUL! If the OLA server is not already open, refer to the Blueprint Add Controller section on the previous page for information on accessing the server. Home

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Universe NameSavant Lighting

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7.2. Panel Bridge Controller - RDM TabLike the previous section, the fields in the RDM tab are pre-configured. Follow the steps below to discover the PBC and verify/change any settings as required. For more information regarding each of the fields, refer to Appendix A: OLA Server - Additional Information.

1. With the Universe selected, select the RDM tab.

2. Select the search icon to start the discovery process. After a few seconds, the PBC Controllers in the network will populate.

3. Select PBC Controller. In the panel to the right of the controller, a number of fields associated with the controller will populate.

4. Expand the DMX Personality field and verify PBC is displayed in the drop-down menu (not in image).

5. Select Save to apply the change made (not in image).

– Device Info - Displays specifications such as protocol and software versions running on the controller. – Device Label - The label given to the controller is modified here. To modify, double-click the field and enter a label that identifies the

controller. The label entered is added to the following:• The left side panel in the OLA Server.• The Name field in the lighting manager in Blueprint.

– Identify Device - Used to locate the controller by blinking the Status LED located on the left side panel . • To locate, add a check to the Identify Device check-box and select Save. The Status LED will begin flashing once per second. • To stop the flashing, uncheck the same box and select Save.

– Manufacturer Label - This field defaults to Savant and can’t be modified. – Reset Device - To reset the controller, select from the drop-down menu which type of reset to initiate

• Warm Reset - Reboots the controller but keeps all changes made.• Cold Reset - Reboots the controller and reverts all changes made back to their factory defaults.

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Below is information on the remaining fields. No additional configuration is required. The information below simply describes each of the fields and what their purpose is.

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HomeUniverses

Plugins+ RPE [001a:ae0a2d81]

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Settings RDM RDM Patcher DMX Monitor DMX Console

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1. Select the RDM tab if not already there.2. On the Dimming or Relay module device hardware, press and hold

the PAIR button until the gear icon appears on the LCD screen (not shown in image to the right). The gear icon indicates the module is in Pairing mode.

3. If there is more than one module to be configured, repeat step 2 on as many modules that need to be put into pairing mode. When complete, all the modules set to pairing mode will display in the RDM tab

4. Select the Search icon to discover the devices. At this point, two entries for each module will appear in the OLA server. Since each module has two outputs, each entry corresponds to an output.

5. Select one of the module outputs. In the panel to the right, a number of fields will populate.

6. Select, expand, and configure each of the fields described below. Save each field to apply the changes made.

– Device Label - Enter a name that identifies the output of the dimming/relay module. The label will display as a smart group in Blueprint.

– Dimmer Maximum - Sets the minimum amount of power required to bring the load to full intensity (Range = 0 - 255).

– Dimmer Minimum - Sets the minimum amount of power required to begin ramping the load. This is the turn-on threshold of the load (Range = 0 - 255).

– DMX Personality - Set for the type of lighting load installed (Forward or Reverse Phase). To determine which is best for the lighting device installed, refer to the manufacturers data sheet to that device.

– DMX Start Address - The starting (first) address for the load in the DMX network. If desired, the starting address for each load can be modified. To modify, Savant recommends the changes be made using the RDM Patcher tab. The matrix in the RDM Patcher tab gives a clear indication of the addressing used on each lighting load. For information on modifying the start address, refer to the Addressing in the RDM Patcher Tab section below.

Not all fields in the OLA Server need to be set. Because of this, only the required fields are described above. For information on the additional fields as well as other basic OLA Server information, see Appendix A: OLA Server - Additional Information below.

7.3. Dimming/Relay Modules - RDM TabThe process below requires the following: – The Dimming or Relay module installed and powered on. – Access to the module hardware. – Antenna must be installed into both the Primary and Auxiliary Antenna connectors

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7.4. Addressing in the RDM Patcher TabEach lighting load connected to an output port on a dimming or relay module uses an address. Below are two methods for setting the addresses. The first method uses the Magic Wand utility and is the preferred method.

HomeUniversesPBC Lighting Master BRPlugins+

Settings RDM RDM Patcher DMX Monitor DMX Console

Free slots: first 3, last: 512, max contiguous: 500

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40

41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56

57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64

65 66 67 68 69 70 47 72

73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80

81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88

89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96

97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104

105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112

10 11 12 13 14 15 16001a:ae0a28d1 001a:ae0a2d82

A

BD

C

AEach cell is an address. A Universe contains 512 addresses. Each lighting fixture is assigned an address. A portion of that address is added to each packet to ensure the packet is sent to the correct device.

BEach blue rectangle represents an address/lighting fixture.

C

The bottom row gives an indication of how the table is utilized:

– Free Slots: first 3 - Indicates that the first free address in the table is cell 3.

– last 512 - Indicates the last free address in the table is cell 512.

– max contiguous - Indicates the largest number of addresses (cells) available that are next to each other in sequence.

D To move a device to a different address, select, drag, and drop the device to its new location.

The magic wand described above assigns a unique address (footprint) to each lighting fixture. This is then displayed in the matrix of the RDM Patcher tab (see image below right). However, a user can also assign unique addresses manually. Use the descriptions below when changing the addresses manually. As shown in diagram to the right, each load (highlighted in blue) can be drag and dropped into a new location

IMPORTANT! When setting addresses manually, it is important to not overlap addresses.

Lighting fixtures can in some instances have the same address. If all the fixtures have address the same address, when they appear in the RDM Patcher tab matrix, they will all be stacked on top of each other. The OLA Server Web UI offers a magic wand utility that assigns unique addresses to each fixture so they no longer overlap. The steps below describe how to use the magic wand.

1. Select the RDM Patcher tab.

2. Select the magic wand icon . A pop-over appears warning the user that the start address of all devices will be changed.3. Select Yes if you agree to the pop-over that opens. The addresses for each fixture are then updated and automatically reordered in the matrix.

4. Close the OLA Server once the Universe is configured.

Set Addresses using the Magic Wand

Set Addresses Manually

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8. Blueprint - Discover Lighting Loads and TestUsing the Lighting/Keypad Manager in Blueprint, 1) Scan and locate all lighting fixtures in the Panel Bridge Controllers lighting network. 2) Test communication between Blueprint and the lighting fixtures. The next few sections describe how to do this.

1. Highlight the PBC. 2. Select the Connect button and the PBC will connect to the Lighting/Keypad Manager. In addition, the word Connected will be appear beside the PBC.3. Select the Start Scan button. The PBC will scan the network and begin listing all the lighting loads it discovers.4. Select the disclosure arrow to expand each smart group.

HELPFUL! A smart group is created for each lighting load discovered.

5. With one of the loads highlighted, select the On/Off button. The load or loads connected will switch On. Select the On/Off button again to switch the load Off. Verify the loads are labeled correctly and are installed in the correct location.

6. Right click on each smart group field and select whether the entity added to the Pro App will be a Dimmer or Switch type icon.7. Select a room from the drop-down menu in the Location column. This will be the room in the TrueControl II or Pro App that the slider or button entity

will be placed.

8. Repeat steps 4 - 7 for each lighting load and verify the PBC can communicate with the loads.

Lighting Scenes

Hide bound devices

Configured Devices: 1

PBC Controllers 1 discovered of 1

Premise Controller - Master BedroomType: PBC

9984E399510D0074

192.168.10.143

Master BedroomConnected

UID:

IP:

Location:001Address:

Keypads and Controllers Loads Lighting Scenes

Overview

Name:

Location:

UID:

Address:

Status Name

Not Assigned

Master Bed Main Lights

Master Bed Main Lights

Savant Smart Group

Savant Smart Group

Kitchen

Type Address/UID Location

001

Type: PBC

Panel Bridge Controller (PBC)

Savant Smart Groups

Unbind

Apply

On/O�

Sync..

Blink CommissionReset

Connect Start Scan

Web Configure

Master Bedroom

Premise Controller - Master Bedroom

9984E399510D0074

Master Bed Bath Lights

Master Bed Bath Lights

Savant Smart Group

?

1

2 3

5

6Start Scan Discovers

and lists the lighting loads

4 DimmerSwitchHelp

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9. Blueprint - Smart GroupsEach lighting load in the Savant Smart Groups window is automatically added to its own smart group and each smart group will generate an entity such as a slider or button in the TrueControl II or Pro App. However, additional loads can be added to each smart group. If more than one lighting load is added to a smart group, all loads added to that group will be controlled by one slider or button in the App. The information below describes 1) How to move lighting loads between smart groups 2) How to create a new smart group and add loads to them. SKIP THIS SECTION if each lighting load will have a single entity (slider or button) in the TrueControl II or Pro App controlling it.

9.1. How to Move Loads between Smart GroupsThe steps below describe how to move loads between smart groups. – To move a lighting load between smart groups, drag

and drop the load into the desired smart group. In diagram to right, a lighting load is dragged from the Master Bed Bath Lights smart group to the Master Bed Main Lights smart group.

– Once moved, both loads in the smart group will be controlled by the same button or slider that gets added to the TrueControl II or Pro App.

9.2. How to Create a New Smart GroupA new smart group can be created and any discovered lighting loads can be moved into it. Follow steps below to do this.

1. Select the Add icon + and a new smart group is added to the Lighting/Keypad Manager.

2. Double-click the smart group and rename to something that identifies the group. The name entered is what is populated in the Savant Pro App.

3. Drag and drop all loads that need to be added into that group.

9.3. How to Test a Smart GroupOnce the smart groups are created and the loads added to it, communication between the smart group and the loads can be tested. Follow steps below to do this.1. Select the Connect button associated to one of the

loads that is now in a Smart Group.2. Select the On/Off button at bottom of lighting manager.

This will switch the loads in the smart group On and Off.

Status Name

Not Assigned

Master Bed Main Lights

Master Bed Main Lights

Savant Smart Group

Savant Smart Group

Kitchen

Type Address/UID Location

Savant Smart Groups Apply

On/O� Blink CommissionReset

Connect Start Scan

Master Bed Bath Lights

Master Bed Bath Lights

Savant Smart Group Drag and Drop to move load between smart groups.

Status Name

Not Assigned

Master Bed Main Lights

Master Bed Main Lights

Savant Smart Group

Savant Smart Group 1

000000000005

000000000005

2

3

Master Bedroom

Type Address/UID Location

Savant Smart Groups Apply

On/O  Blink CommissionReset

Connect Start Scan

Master Bed Bath Lights

Master Bed Bath Lights

Savant Smart Group

Savant Smart Group

12

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Master BedroomNew Smart Group

3

3

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10. Blueprint - Update Data TableWith all fixtures working, the configuration can now be saved and uploaded to the Host.

The additions made in the Lighting/Keypad Manager need to be added to the lighting data table (Tools > Settings > Lighting). Follow steps below to update the lighting/keypad data table.1. Select the Sync... button at the bottom of the Lighting/Keypad

Manager.2. In the drop-down menu that opens, check or uncheck the

appropriate box or boxes Refer to descriptions below.

3. Select Sync button in the drop-down menu when satisfied the correct boxes are checked.

4. In the lighting data table that appears, verify the entries are either created or modified. Select Done when complete.

Enabled Identifier Controller Location Entity

Master Bed Bath Li

Master Bed Main Li

All O�

Premise Controller

Premise Controller

Toggle Lab LabelButton Label Savant Keypad UI Type Command Type

Lighting Settings

+ −

Savant System Host

Savant System Host

Enable All

Disable All

Regenerate All

TrueControl Zone Map

Savant App Zone MapExportImport

Cancel Done

0

1

2

Sync Data Table for Controller: Savant System Host

Loads

Scenes

Load Scenes

Buttons

Reset any user modifications If selected the entire row for each entry will be replaced so any modifications will be reset to default

When the box is selected it will add/rename/delete entries in the lighting datatable to match the current wireless lighting configuration. When de-selected itwill delete any entries in the lighting data table that were created as a result ofthe wireless lighting configuration.

SyncCancel

Show Advanced Columns Show Room Control Tab Please “Generate Services” for this configuration in order to view/modify all columns of this table.

>>

>>

Savant System Host>>

Master Bedroom >> Dimmer >>

Dimmer >>

Scene >>

Slider >> Release Command>>

Push Command >>Toggle >>Master Bedroom >>

Master Bedroom >>

2

3

NOTE: Savant recommends checking just the Loads and Scenes boxes. Adding checks to the Load Scenes and Buttons boxes increases the number of icons presented in the Savant Pro App. The additional icons make the App look very busy and confusing.

4

Status Name

Not Assigned

Master Bed Main Lights

Master Bed Main Lights

Savant Smart Group

Savant Smart Group 1

000000000005

000000000005

2

Master Bedroom

Type Address/UID Location

Savant Smart Groups Apply

On/O� Blink CommissionReset

Disconnect Start Scan

Master Bed Bath Lights

Master Bed Bath Lights

Savant Smart Group

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

?Sync....

1

HELPFUL! In the lighting data table, the loads are automatically added to the same room the controller is configured to. If desired, the zone the loads are populated in, can be changed.

Loads, Scenes, Load Scenes, Buttons boxes

Checked• An entry for each box checked is added to the lighting

data table (Tools > Settings > Lighting)• If the lighting data table already contains an entry for the

box that is checked, that entry is updated with the new information.

Unchecked• If an entry for the unchecked box exists in the lighting

data table (Tools > Settings > Lighting), that entry is removed.

• No new entries are added to the lighting data table.

Reset any user modifications box:

Checked: • Changes to entries in the lighting data table are returned

to their default values.Unchecked (Default)- For boxes that are checked (Loads, Scenes, Load Scenes, Buttons)• Changes to entries in the lighting data table are left

alone. • Changes to entries through the Lighting/Keypad Manag-

er are updated in the lighting data table.• New entries created in the Lighting/Keypad Manager are

added to the lighting data table.

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11. Blueprint - Upload ConfigurationWith the configuration complete, it can now saved and uploaded to the Savant System Host.

1. Select the Generate Services icon from the Blueprint tool bar. The State Icon will change to either Blue or Green indicating the services are created.

2. Select Update All UI Screens > Sync with Services (only if necessary) to sync the user interfaces such as an iPad to the services created. The State Icon will switch to Green when complete.

3. To upload, select the Upload to Master icon from the Blueprint tool bar. See image below.

Select Upload to Master

4. In the Configuration must be saved dialog box that opens, read the dialog and select Save and Upload.

5. The System Monitor application will open as displayed below. Verify the path to the configuration file is correct. Select Upload when satisfied. Configuration will now upload to the Host.

ScannertoNetwork Range >> 10.10.0.1 Search10.10.0.255

Device Name System Name Device Type IP Address OS Version Savant Unique ID Redundancy

Smith Residence Smith Residence Host 10.10.229.134 8.9.1 10DDB1C60190020 Standalone

1 result

/Users/savant.user/documents/configs

Sync themes

Pre-extract UIs

Browse

Cancel

Edit UIDs

Upload

IMPORTANT! When connected to the OLA Server, all control to the Savant System is lost. Be sure to close out of the OLA Server before uploading a configuration to the Host.

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12. Savant Pro AppWith the upload complete, the Panel Bridge Controller lighting network will either create a new Lighting Service or be added to an existing Lighting Service. For information on testing the PBC, see the Pro 8 App Lighting Service User Guide (009-1696-xx) available on the Savant Customer Community.

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13. Firmware UpgradeFirmware upgrades to the companion modules require the Nordic nRF Connect App available on the Apple iTunes store. The Nordic nRF application allows you to scan for and manage your Bluetooth Low Energy dimming or relay modules. Follow the instructions below to update the firmware to these modules.

1. Open the Apple iTunes Store from any iOS device (e.g. iPad, iPhone).

2. Search for and locate the nrf Connect application. Tap the or icon to download and install.3. Enable Bluetooth on your iOS device

Apple iTunes Store

13.1. Download the Nordic nRF Connect App

13.2. Enable Bluetooth for DiscoveryBefore starting the update process verify which version of firmware is running on the dimming/relay module. To do this, the module must first be installed into a lighting panel, powered on, and broadcasting a bluetooth signal. To start the module broadcasting Bluetooth, press and hold the pair button on the module until the gear icon appears. This indicates the module is broadcasting bluetooth.

CIR

CU

IT P

OW

ER

INFO

Firmware VersionsMain 0.1.20

1.1.48Gui

Dimmer

Bluetooth Scan

MAC Address Firmware Version

Pair Button

SPM-Q2FPD1000:1A:AE:0A:32:FB

ON

AU

TO

PAIR

AB

HELPFUL! • The module will stay in the bluetooth broadcast mode for 5

minutes. After 5 minutes the gear icon will disappear and the module will no longer broadcast. If this happens, press and hold the pair button again until the gear icon appears.

• Copy the Mac Address/UID displayed at the bottom of the screen. This number will be needed in the next section to identify the module.

IMPORTANT! The firmware file can be transferred to the dimming/relay module through the file sharing app in Apple iTunes or through the file sharing feature in email. The instructions below describe how to download and install the firmware file using the file sharing app in iTunes. For information on using email, instructions are available through one of the following in the nRF Connect App:

– How To Section - After connecting to a companion module, select the Add icon. The How to field will be available in the window that opens. – User Documentation - From any window, select the Settings icon > User Guide.

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13.3. Download Firmware file to the Nordic nRF AppThe firmware file needs to be downloaded from the Savant website. Once downloaded it can be loaded into the Nordic nRF App. Follow the steps below to do this.

1. Select the link below.Download Firmware

2. From the page that opens, locate and download the Companion-Bootloader-Package-V0.x.xx.zip file to your SDE/MacBook. Ensure the file is downloaded to a directory that iTunes can access.

3. Connect the USB port on SDE/MacBook to iOS device. See diagram to the right.

44. Open iTunes on the SDE/MacBook and select the

iOS device.

65

7

5. Select the File Sharing icon from the iOS device page.

6. Select the nRF Connect App.7. Select the Add button. Browse to and select the

Companion-Bootloader.zip file downloaded above. The file will now automatically get added to the nRF Documents window.

At this point, the file is loaded and ready. The next step is to download and install the firmware into the dimming or relay module. This is described starting in the next section below.

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13.4. Scan and Locate the Dimming or Relay ModuleUsing the nRF Connect App, scan for the modules

13.5. Load the Firmware fileThe Nordic nRF app process described uses either email or iTunes to locate and load the firmware file. The process described below will use iTunes. To load using email, refer to the Nordic nRF developers documentation.

4. Select the DFU icon from the Services page that opens..

5. Select the Add icon.

6. In the Distribution packet page that opens, select the Companion-Bootloader Package firmware file.

7. Select Done. The firmware file will now be added to the My firmwares page (not shown in image to the right).

1. Open the nRF Connect App . The app opens directly into the scanner page and begins a scan for all bluetooth enabled devices.

2. In the Scanner page, locate the module by its MAC Address. The companion modules are listed as:

COMPXXXXXX - XXXXXX are the last 6 digits of the UID/Mac Address.

3. Select the CONNECT button associated with the module.

Scanner Stop Scanning

No filter

COMP0A32FBConnectable

-57 dBm 17 ms

COMP0A1113Connectable

Scanner Advertiser Settings

-60 dBm 16 ms

CONNECT

CONNECT

1

23

Services Disconnect

Device:Status:

COMP0A32FBConnected

Secure DFU ServiceUUID 0xFE59PRIMARY SERVICE

Scanner Advertiser Settings

DFU

My firmwaresClose +5

4

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13.6. Download/Install Firmware to ModuleFollow the steps below to download and install the firmware file onto the module.

8. Select the firmware file. This opens the firmware installation and status page.

9. Confirm the correct firmware file is displayed.

10. Select the Ready button to begin the update process. The download takes a few minutes to complete. Do not disconnect the USB cable or power cycle the modules during the update process.

11. Once the download is complete, the installation process begins. The installation process can be viewed on the module’s LED display.

12. After the installation, the module will reboot. Press the Pair button on the module and open the INFO screen. Verify the latest firmware got installed.

13. With the install complete, navigate back to the Scanner window and repeat steps 2 - 12 to update all modules in the system.

My firmwaresSave +8

9

10

Companion-Bootloader-Package-V0.x.xx.zip

2019-04-17 11:33:02Distribution packet (Zip)

My firmwares +

Press start to update

Companion-Bootloader-Package-V0.x.xx.zip

Update: 0%00:00:00

Ready

i

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Appendix A: OLA Server - Additional Information

– Universe Id - The Savant Lighting Universe ID is automatically populated with address = 1 and should not be changed

– Universe Name - By default this field is set to Savant Lighting. To change the name, double-click the Universe Name field and enter a name that identifies the Universe.

– Merge Mode - This field is set to LTP (latest takes precedent) and is the recommended setting.

– Output Ports - ArtNet [127.0.0] is the data distribution protocol supported.

HomeUniversesSavant LightingPlugins+ Universe Id

Savant LightingUniverse Name

Merge Mode

ArtNet [127.0.0.1] ArtNet Universe 1:0:1 Not Supported

Settings RDM RDM Patcher DMX Monitor DMX Console

Universe Settings

LTP

1

Save

Device Description Priority

Input Ports

Device Description Priority

Output Ports

Add Additional Ports+

SETTINGS TABBelow are descriptions of the fields in the Settings tab of the Savant Lighting Universe

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DMX Personality - Defaults to PBC(80) and shouldn’t be changed.

Device Info - Information regarding the lighting controller is available.

Device Label - Identifies the type of controller installed as well as information that may be required when working with the Savant Technical Support Team. This information is hard coded and can’t be modified.

RDM TAB (Lighting Controllers)Below are descriptions of the fields in the RDM tab of the Savant Lighting Universe.

HomeUniversesSavant LightingPlugins+

Settings RDM RDM Patcher DMX Monitor DMX Console

DMX Personality+

Identify Device+

Manufacturers Label+

Reset Device+

+ Refresh

Device Info+

Device Label+

RPE, Master Bed Main Lights [001a:ae0a2d81]

RPE, Master Bed Bath Lights [646f:0009fd70]

Savant, PBC Controller [9884:e399510d]

Identify Device - Not Applicable for the Panel Bridge Controller.

Manufacturers Label - Displays the manufacturer (Savant) of the controller and can’t be modified. The label set in this field also appears in the left panel for the OLA Server.

Reset Device - To reset the controller, select from the drop-down menu what type of reset to initiate:

• Warm Reset - Reboots the controller but keeps all changes made.• Cold Reset - Reboots the controller and reverts all changes made

back to their factory defaults.

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RDM TAB (Lighting Fixtures)Below are descriptions of the fields in the RDM tab of the Savant Lighting Universe for the dimming and relay modules.

HomeUniversesSavant LightingPlugins+ RPE, Master Bed Main Lights [001a:ae0a2d81]

RPE, Master Bed Bath Lights [001a:ae0a2d82]

Settings RDM RDM Patcher DMX Monitor DMX Console

DMX Personality+

Dimmer Maximum+

Dimmer Minimum+

Identify Device+

Manufacturers Label+

Product Details+

Sensor 0+

+ Refresh

DMX Start Address+

Device Info+

Dimmer Info+

Device Label+

Dimmer Curve+

DMX Personality - Set for the type of lighting load installed (forward or reverse phase). To determine which is best for the lighting device installed, refer to the manufacturers data sheet to that device.

DMX Start Address - The starting (first) address of the output port of the dimming/relay module is displayed and can be modified using this field. However, Savant recommends using the RDM Patcher tab and not the DMX Start address field to make the changes. The matrix in the RDM Patcher tab gives a clear indication of the addressing used on each output of the modules.

Device Info - Information regarding the output port of the module is available.

Device Label - Name given to the output port of the module. The name presented in this field was initially set using the Lighting/Keypad Manager in Blueprint. To modify, double click the field, enter a new label and select Save.

Dimming Curve - The Dimming Curve adjustment is handled in the Savant Pro App. Configuring the correct dimming curve will cause the output of the lighting fixture to look linear when moving the slider on the dimmer from low to high intensity.

Dimmer Minimum – Minimum Level Increasing - When increasing power to the output of a dimmer module this field sets the level of brightness that the load will switch On.

Setting this field correctly will reduce unintended behavior such as flickering. Values range from 0-255 – Maximum Level Decreasing - When decreasing power to the output of a dimmer, this field sets the level of brightness that is output before the load switches

Off. Setting this field correctly will reduce unintended behavior such as flickering. Values range from 0-255 – On Below Minimum - Add a check to this box to provide preheat functionality to bulbs (loads) with filaments. When selected, a small amount of power will

always be present to prevent the bulb (load) from cooling down. On Below Minimum reduces the stress put on bulbs (loads) when they are first powered on.

Dimmer Info – Minimum Level Lower Limit - Lowest value that Minimum Level can be set to. If device doesn’t support this function, 0 is displayed. – Minimum Level Upper Limit - Highest value that Minimum Level can be set to. If device doesn’t support this function, 0 is displayed. – Maximum Level Lower Limit - Lowest value that Maximum Level can be set to. If device doesn’t support this function, 0 is displayed – Maximum Level Upper Limit - Highest value that Maximum Level can be set to. If device doesn’t support this function, 0 is displayed. – # of Supported Curves - Number of dimming curves supported on the device. – Levels Resolution - Number of bits used by the device to output the level of intensity. Savant uses an 8-bit system (0-255 levels). – Split Levels Supported - Are split levels supported (Minimum / Maximum Level Increasing)? 00=No, 01=Yes

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Identify Device - Use this field to locate a lighting fixture in the lighting network.1. Expand the Identify Device field.2. Add a check to the Identify Device check box.3. Select Save.

The lighting fixture connected to the output of the module will begin flashing once per second. Uncheck the same box and select Save to stop the flashing.

Manufacturer Label - The manufacturer of the driver installed in the lighting fixture is displayed.

Product Details - Information regarding the lighting fixture is presented.

Sensor 0 (DMX Light Fixture Only) - Displays the internal temperature recorded by the temperature sensor embedded in the lighting fixture.

RDM TAB (Lighting Fixtures) - Continued from previous page

DMX Monitor/DMX Console TabsThe DMX Monitor and DMX Console tabs are not applicable with the PBC Controller.

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Appendix B: Network RequirementsSavant requires the use of business class/commercial grade network equipment throughout the network to ensure the reliability of communication between devices. These higher quality components also allow for more accurate troubleshooting when needed.

Device Network ConnectionsConnect all Savant devices to the same local area network (LAN) or subnet as the Host. Savant recommends not implementing any type of traffic or packet shaping in your network topology for the Savant devices as this may interfere with performance.

Managing IP AddressesTo ensure that the IP Address will not change due to a power outage, a static IP Address or DHCP reservation should be configured. Savant recommends using DHCP reservation within the router. By using this method, static IP Addresses for all devices can be managed from a single UI avoiding the need to access devices individually. Setting DHCP reservation varies from router to router. Refer to the documentation for the router to configure DHCP reservation.

Network ChangesSavant recommends performing one of the following steps to refresh the IP connection after connecting to a new network, changing routers, or if the IP Address range is changed in the current router. This will reset any IP connection and ensure that the Host is communicating with the network correctly.

To refresh the IP Connection to the Panel Bridge Controller, perform one of the following steps:

– Unplug/Plug Ethernet Connection1. Unplug Ethernet cable.2. Wait 15 seconds.3. Re-insert Ethernet cable back into Ethernet port.

– Cycle Power1. Disconnect the controller from the AC power source.2. Wait 15 seconds.3. Reconnect.

– Reset Button1. Press and release the reset button. The system will reset and IP Address settings will be cleared.

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Important Notice

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