simple to install easy to operate very flexible creates the perfect mood

DIGIDIM Router System

lighting the way forward

Step Towards Flexibility

Helvar is a leading company in architectural lighting control. The knowledge

and technology that has made Helvar the market leader in architectural

lighting electronics for Cruise liner business is now available for commercial

projects such as Office buildings, shopping centres, schools ,.....

New Heart for the DIGIDIM System

The new DIGIDIM Router system uses standard Ethernet

communication to combine DALI networks seamlessly together. The

modularity allows a fully scaleable system, from a single office room

to the largest office building.

Basic functionality is available “out-of-box” without any programming.

Advanced functionality is achieved with Windows based programming

software. Each individual router can operate two DALI subnets

containing up to 64 control devices and load interfaces on each.

The system provides energy saving features via presence detection

and constant light functionality. Further automation can be achieved

through scheduled events. OPC server software enables interfacing to

the building management systems.

Ultimate Reliability Key Benefits

All data is stored within the system itself to eliminate the need for PC • No PC needed for daily operation

control in daily operation. The elimination of a central controller ensures • Distributed intelligence

no single point of failure can cause a total system shutdown. A PC • Modular

can be connected to system for diagnostics and logging purposes if • Industry standard protocols

required. • Easy system layout

Digidim range
Helvar also provides a wide range of DALI compliant control devices.

The modular control panel range comprises of push-button, rotary, or

slider combinations in a range of finishes to suit any modern décor

style. DALI areas comprising up to 64 devices can be wired together

using any mains rated 2 core cable making wiring easy and cost

effective.

As a complement to the DIGIDIM range Helvar provides a full range of

controllable electronic ballasts based on the DALI protocol.

System Basics

DIGIDIM router is the central element of the

DIGIDIM product range. The router allows

seamless connection of a large number of DALI

products and other DIGIDIM products.

DALI1

DALI2
DIGIDIM systems are programmed by using

the Helvar Designer software running on a

Windows based computer, either locally or 1kW Dimmer Input unit

remotely. After programming, the computer

can be disconnected as it is not required for

normal day to day functionality of the system.

Blinds controller 1kW Dimmer
The computer can also be used to monitor and

report system status.

Screen
MEETING ROOM
All data is stored in the flash memory of

the DIGIDIM routers, avoiding the need for

cumbersome databases, system can be saved

to pc as a backup.
DALI luminaires

Multisensor

Dimmed mains

CORRIDOR

Modifier &
OFFICE ROOM
scene panel
 Networking routers

To create larger systems routers can be

Single router systems do not networked together by using standard Ethernet

require an ethernet switch
switches. This allows the system expansion

Ethernet by linking multiple routers and is also used for

system programming and monitoring.

External ON/OFF
The extent of the lighting management system
devices is defined by a workgroup. A workgroup is a

collection of routers connected by a high speed

OPC to BMS
ethernet backbone.

Key figures
• 16,000 groups.

• DALI devices work together in groups.

• A single Digidim router can support up to 128

OFFICE ROOM
DALI devices.
DALI1

DALI2

• Each load interface has 128 scenes.

• Up to 64 PC's running Helvar Designer soft-

ware can be simultaneously connected.

• Each DALI network can have 64 load interfaces

DALI luminaires
or control devices connected using 1.5mm2

mains rated cable over a distance up to 300

DALI1

DALI2

metres.

• Integral 250mA DALI power supply for each

Modifier & DALI network.

scene panel
• 10/100Mbit/s Ethernet connection using the

Internet (TCP/IP) protocol.

DALI1

DALI2

Up to 64 DALI

devices

OFFICE ROOM

DALI luminaires
EL-si ballasts
Helvar Designer Software

In addition to connecting control devices and load interfaces, the Router

also connects to Designer Software via its Ethernet network connection.

The Helvar Designer software suite is based on the familiar look and feel

of Microsoft Windows Explorer®. The graphical user interface is intuitive

and very simple to learn. The Designer Software provides a set of fully

integrated tools that allow the user to:

Design
• Create designs off-line in the comfort of your office or work on-line to
create or fine tune your lighting system design

• Add system components at the click of a single button

• Design the actual lighting system. Backup a real system for later
examination in the office.

• Copy, paste, import and export scene data directly to/from Microsoft
Excel

• Three levels of password protection

Program
• Name scenes, panels and load interfaces

• Program scenes and fade times

• Create scene links, sequences or cycles

• Create room partition arrangements

Monitor & log

• Live monitoring of scenes or channels

• Live colour coded error alerts

• Log interval time selection

• Log entries automatically time stamped

• Log to window and/or disk in Microsoft Excel compatible format

Schedule
• Fully automated calendar and Astronomical time based scheduling for

recalling timed events and scene recall

• Auto-recovery of scheduling after power failure

• Complex conditional events can easily be programmed

Digidim Router specification

DALI
Dali1 and Dali2 subnets each with a 250mA DALI supply and support up to
64 addresses. No limitations to the mix of DALI components connected.

Scenes
Each Load has 128 scenes.

Groups
Devices can be freely grouped, independently of subnet or router they

are connected to. A control sub-device can target a single group. A load

interface can be in multiple groups.

Buttons
Can issue scene recall of fixed light or “constant light”, toggle function,
up/down control and scene store.

PIR
Presence detection. Co-operative action when multiple sensors added to
the same group.

Constant Light
Multiple out-groups allow graduated constant light.

Routing entries
Entries allow complex operation according to the conditions set.
Examples:
Group 1 messages redirected to Group 2 if recalled between 7am and
5pm. Other types of routing entries are: links, sequences/cycles and
“Corridor hold”.

Conditions
Can be applied to Routing entries, buttons and schedules.

Schedules
Real time astronomic clock in each Router. Selectable daylight saving.
Clock will run for several days following loss of power to Router.

Installation Note
Control devices need to be DIGIDIM version 4 or later. These are compatible
with, and may be connected to the same DALI line as load interfaces.
Technical data

Mains Supply: 85V to 264V AC, 45Hz to 65Hz Dimensions

(Input internally current limited -

Externally fuse to protect supply cable)

Max Supply Current: 100mA at 230V, 210mA at 110v

Mains Cable: Solid core up 4mm2, Stranded up to 2.5mm2

100
DALI: 2 X 250mA current limited

DALI Cable: 2 wire mains rated, 0.5mm2 to 1.5mm2

terminals will accept 2 x 1.5 mm2,

(0.9mm2 up to 250m , 1.44mm2 up to 375m) 158

Ethernet: 1 x RJ45 10/100Mbit, cat 5E up to 100m

(Auto MDI/MDI-X crossover)

Ambient Temp: 0…40°C

Relative Humidity: 90% max, non-condensing

45
Mechanical Data
Housing: Satin white plastic

Weight: 265g
58
Mounting: DIN Rail - Keep Mains and DALI wiring

seperate from ethernet cable Connections

Dimensions: 9U - 158mm (L) x 100mm (H) x 58mm (D)

IP Rating: 30 (when installed in cabinet)

Status LED's
Power/Status Normal running - Led Flashes to Off every

4 seconds

DALI1 and DALI2 Normal - Off, Comms Active - Flashing

Ethernet Connection - On Power in DALI1 DALI2 Ethernet

Comms Active - Flashing

Power / Status
No Connection - Off DALI1
DALI2
Ethernet

Due to our continuing program of product development, data is subject to change without notice.
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