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Sensor Dimming System

CEM diagnostic test manual

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Sensor CEM Diagnostic Test Manual 3

Sensor Dimming System CEM Diagnostic Tests Guide

Contents

Introduction

........................................................................................5

Entering Basic Test mode

.............................................................6

Test 1: Select One Output ............................................................................. 7Test 2: Move One Output .............................................................................. 7Test 3: Set All Outputs ................................................................................... 8Test 4: Display Status..................................................................................... 8Test 5: Fade All Outputs................................................................................. 9Test 6: Chase Outputs ................................................................................... 9Test 7: Show DMX512 A Levels .................................................................. 10Test 8: Show DMX512 B Levels .................................................................. 10Test 9: Fade One Output.............................................................................. 11

Advanced Test Mode

....................................................................12

Test 10: Current Probe ................................................................................. 13Test 11: Edit Cube Data ............................................................................... 13Test 12: Power Cube Test............................................................................ 13Test 13: Lamp Life Test ............................................................................... 13Test 14: EEROM Test .................................................................................. 13Test 15: Base RAM Test .............................................................................. 14Test 16: Backup RAM Test .......................................................................... 14Test 17: Production End ............................................................................... 14Test 18: Clear Dim Errors ............................................................................. 15Test 19: Beacon States ................................................................................ 15Test 20: In Active ......................................................................................... 17Test 21: In Active ......................................................................................... 17Test 22: Scan Loads (Advanced Features systems only) ............................. 17Test 23: Select Rack..................................................................................... 17Test 24: Display Name ................................................................................. 17Test 25: In Active ......................................................................................... 17Test 26: Change Air Sensor.......................................................................... 18Test 27: Download Tables............................................................................ 18Test 28: Rack test ........................................................................................ 18Test 29: Burn in ............................................................................................ 18Test 30: Board tester.................................................................................... 18Test 31: Network test .................................................................................. 19Test 32: Battery RAM Test........................................................................... 19Test 33: Airflow Test .................................................................................... 19Test 34: LCD Test ........................................................................................ 19Test 35: Switch Test .................................................................................... 19Test 36: Watchdog I Test ............................................................................. 20Test 37: Watchdog E Test............................................................................ 20Test 38: Calibrate Test ................................................................................. 20Test 39: Check Zero Inputs .......................................................................... 20Test 40: Set Zero Delay (CEM or LCEM only) .............................................. 21Test 41: Generate Defaults .......................................................................... 22Test 42: Production Setup............................................................................ 23Test 43: Boot Self test ................................................................................. 23

Appendix 1: Rack and Module types

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Sensor Dimming Systems

Introduction

Welcome to the CEM Configuration Test Manual for Sensor dimming systems. This manuals contains instructions for performing CEM self-tests on all Sensor dimming systems using CEM software version 3.0 or later.

Note:

If your CEM operating software is an earlier version than 3.0, please contact ETC Technical Services at (+1) 800-775-4382 to obtain an older version of this manual.

How to use this guide

This guide covers both types of Sensor CEM Configuration self-tests, Basic and Advanced.

▼

Instructions for Basic tests begin on page 6.

▼

Instructions for Advanced tests begin on page 12.

Contacting ETC

If you have questions about Sensor CEM Configuration tests, contact:

ETC Technical Service3030 Laura LaneMiddleton, WI. USA. 53572Tel: (+1) 800 775 4382 or Fax: (+1) 608 836 1736

Warnings and notice conventions

These symbols are used on in Sensor documentation and on Sensor equipment to alert you to danger or important information:

Warning!

Warns you when electricity may cause injury

Warning!

Warns you when there is a possibility of other types of injury

Caution

Alerts you to important information relating to equipment performance or reliability


CEM Diagnostics Tests

The Sensor Control Electronics Module (CEM) diagnostics allow qualified technicians to perform a variety of Sensor troubleshooting and repair operations in the field.

There are two levels of CEM diagnostics –

Basic

and

Advanced

:

▼

Basic tests

1

through

9

do not change configuration information stored in CEM memory. Basic tests can be run without fear of system configuration damage.

Note:

Some Basic tests set or cycle dimmer outputs. This can interfere with normal DMX512 dimming while the test runs.

▼

Advanced tests, number

10

through

43

, are intended for use only by factory-trained ETC Field Service technicians. In some cases, these tests may result in damage to your system configuration; running them may require complete reprogramming of your system.

Caution Do not initiate Advanced CEM tests unless advised to do so by ETC Technical Services at 800/775-4382 or an Authorized ETC representative.

Entering Basic Test mode

To enter Basic Test mode, reset the CEM by pressing [Reset] while holding down [Dimmer]. Continue to hold [Dimmer] until the following message appears on the CEM’s LCD (between 3-4 seconds.)

Select One Output

is the first of nine basic diagnostics. Press to scroll through the test menus. If you prefer, you can go directly to the test you want to run by entering the two digit self test number. For example, to select test #3,

Set All Outputs

, press [0], [3], and [Enter].

Press [Clear] at any time to return to test 1.

Press [Exit] to quit Diagnostic Test Mode.

Test number Test name Test description01 Select One Output

Allows you to set dimmers at specified output levels and monitor their feedback values. Dimmers remain at set levels until you clear them.

02 Move One Output

Like Test 1, Test 2 allows you to set dimmers at specified output levels and monitor their feedback values, but in Test 2, setting a dimmer output level immediately clears all other dimmer levels.

03 Set All Outputs

Allows you to set all dimmers to the same output level.

04 Display Status

Allows you to monitor dimmer feedback information. Unlike Test 1, it does not allow you to set dimmer output levels.

05 Fade All Outputs

Fades all dimmers from zero to 100 percent output, then from 100 percent to zero. Test repeats until interrupted.

06 Chase Outputs

Flashes each dimmer one after another. You can set the level at which the dimmer flashes. The sequence continues until the test is stopped.

07 Show DMX A Levels

Shows DMX512 input levels being received on port A.

08 Show DMX B Levels

Shows DMX512 input levels being received on port B.

09 Fade One Output

Fades each dimmer up and down one at a time, then automatically moves to the next dimmer. When each dimmer has been tested, the test sequence stops.

Select By ≠¯, (Enter)01 Select One Output

Selecting a test [ ] or [ ]


Basic CEM Tests (1-10)

Test 1: Select One Output

This test allows you to set a dimmer’s output levels while monitoring its feedback values. You can switch tested dimmers using keyboard commands. Dimmer output continues at the set level until cleared.

Select Test 1 using

or by pressing [0][1] on the CEM keypad. Press [Enter] to begin the test. See

Controls and displays for Test 1 and Test 2

, below, for instructions.

Test 2: Move One Output

This test is the same as Test 1, except that dimmer levels are set for one selected dimmer at a time. Setting a level for a new dimmer clears the level setting of the previously selected dimmer.

Select Test 2 using

or by pressing [0][2] in the CEM keypad. Press [Enter] to begin the test. See


, below, for instructions.


Enter a dimmer number with the CEM keypad, then press [Enter].

Level and output values for the selected dimmer are displayed on the CEM: (Values for dimmer number one are shown in this example.)

Table 1:Level and output value display

The following keys to change dimmers or set new levels:

▼

Scroll through dimmer list

▼

[Thru] Sets all dimmers to full

▼

[Clear] Sets all dimmers to zero

▼

[Exit] Returns to test menu

▼

[7] Increases current dimmer level by 1 hexadecimal bit

▼

[4] Decreases current dimmer level by 1 hexadecimal bit

▼

[8] Increases current dimmer level 5 percent

▼

[5] Decreases current dimmer level 5 percent

▼

[9] Increases current dimmer level 10 percent

▼

[6] Decreases current dimmer level 10 percent

Message KeyD 01A

Dimmer 1 selected (Dimmer Doubled dimmers are numbered 1

A

-1

B

, 2

A

-2

B

etc.)

$25

Output level in hexadecimal (Base 16) format

10%

Output level in percentage format

VT 055

Voltage time feedback signal for AF dimmers(Example shows 55 volts)

V 1001

Calculated RMS voltage to dimmer(Example shows 100.1 volts)

C 101

Current in amps (Example shows 10.1 amps)

W01000

Calculated watts (Example shows 1,000 watts)

[ ] or [ ]

[ ] or [ ]

Enter Dim Number

Selecting a dimmer

D 01A $25 10% VT 055V 1001 C 0101 W01000

Dimmer feedback values

[ ] or [ ]


Test 3: Set All Outputs

This test allows you to set all dimmers to the same output level.

Use

or, press [0] [3] to select the test, then press [Enter]. The following message appears on the CEM’s LCD:

Table 2: LCD element explanation

While in Test 3, the following keys are active:

▼

[Thru] Sets all dimmers to full

▼

[Clear] Sets all dimmers to zero

▼


▼

[7] Increases output level of all dimmers by 1 hexadecimal bit

▼

[4] Decreases output level of all dimmers by 1 hexadecimal bit

▼

[8] Increases output level of all dimmers by 5 percent

▼

[5] Decreases output level of all dimmers by 5 percent

▼

[9] Increases output level of all dimmers by 10 percent

▼

[6] Decreases output level of all dimmers by 10 percent

Test 4: Display Status

This test allows you to monitor dimmer feedback information. Unlike Test 1, it does not allow you to set dimmer output levels.

Use

or, press [0] [4] to select the test, then press [Enter]. The following message appears on the CEM’s LCD:

Use the keypad to enter a dimmer number, then press [Enter].

The following display appears on the CEM’s LCD: (Values for dimmer number one are shown in this example.)

Table 3: Message element explanation

While in Test 4, the following keys are active:

▼

Scroll through dimmer list leaving current dimmer at its level

▼


Message Key$19

Output level in hexadecimal format

25%

Output level in percentage format

Message KeyD 01A

Dimmer 1 selected (Dimmer Doubled dimmers are numbered 1

A

-1

B

, 2

A

-2B etc.)$00 Output level in hexadecimal format00% Output level in percentage formatVT 055 Voltage time feedback signal for AF dimmers (Example shows 55

volts.)V 1001 Calculated voltage to dimmer (Example shows 100.1 volts)C 101 Current in amps (Example shows 10.1 amps)W01000 Calculated watts (Example shows 1,000 watts)

$19 25%03 Set All Outputs

Setting all dimmer outputs

[ ] or [ ]

Enter Dim Number

Selecting the test dimmer

[ ] or [ ]

D 01A $00 00% VT 055V 1001 C 0101 W01000

Dimmer feedback information

[ ] or [ ]


Test 5: Fade All OutputsThis test fades all dimmers from zero to 100 percent output, then from 100 percent to zero, then repeats until you interrupt the test.

Use or, press [0] [5] to select the test, then press [Enter]. The following message appears on the CEM’s LCD:

As the fade progresses, the output values in the upper left corner of the LCD change. Press or ¯ to change the fade rate. (Note: Delay value increases as fade rate slows.) While the test is in progress, the following keys are active. You cannot manually change dimmer output levels.

▼ Speeds up the fade

▼ Slows the fade

▼ [Exit] Returns to test menu

Table 4: Output message explanation:

Test 6: Chase OutputsThis test flashes each dimmer one at a time, then automatically moves to the next dimmer. You can use the keypad to set the level at which the dimmer flashes. When each dimmer in the system has been tested, the test sequence begins again. Chase rate and level can be modified; the fade rate cannot.

Use or press [0] [6] to select the test, then press [Enter]. The following message appears on the CEM’s LCD:

While in the test the following keys are active:

▼ Increases chase rate (Decreases delay)

▼ Decreases chase rate (Increases delay)


▼ [7] Increases output level of all dimmers by 1 hexadecimal bit

▼ [4] Decreases output level of all dimmers by 1 hexadecimal bit

▼ [8] Increases output level of all dimmers by 5 percent

▼ [5] Decreases output level of all dimmers by 5 percent

▼ [9] Increases output level of all dimmers by 10 percent

▼ [6] Decreases output level of all dimmers by 10 percent

Table 5: Message explanations

Message Key$00 Output level in hexadecimal format00% Output level in percent formatDelay 0000 Fade rate (higher numbers are slower)

Message Key

D01A Dimmer 1 selected (Dimmer Doubled dimmers are numbered 1A-1B, 2A-2B etc.)

$19 Output level in hexadecimal format

25% Output level in percent format

D-0100 Chase rate (higher number is slower)

$00 00% Delay 000005 Fade All Outputs

Basic test 01

[ ] or [ ]

[ ]

[ ]

D01A $19 25% D-010006 Chase Outputs

Setting chase rate and level

[ ] or [ ]

[ ]

[ ]


Test 7: Show DMX512 A LevelsThis test shows DMX512 input levels being received on port A.

Use or, press [0] [7] to select the test, then press [Enter]. The following display appears on the CEM’s LCD:

The first line of the LCD shows the DMX512 input levels being received by dimmers 1 through 5; the second line shows dimmers 6 through 10

Table 6: Messages explained

While in the Show DMX512 A Levels test the following keys are active:

▼ Page up by ten dimmers

▼ Page down by ten dimmers

▼ [Exit] Return to test menu

Test 8: Show DMX512 B LevelsThis test shows DMX512 input levels being received on port B.


The first line of the LCD shows the DMX512 input levels being received by dimmers 1 through 5; the second line shows dimmers 6 through 10.

Table 7: Message explanation key

While in the Show DMX512 B Levels test the following keys are active:

▼ Page up by ten dimmers

▼ Page down by ten dimmers

▼ [Exit] Return to test menu

Message Key

C-001 Indicates that the first value is for dimmer 001.


00 Current output levels for each of the ten displayed dimmers

Message Key



00 Current output levels for each of the ten displayed dimmers

C-001 00 00 00 00 00C-006 00 00 00 00 00

Port A DMX512 levels

[ ] or [ ]

[ ]

[ ]

[ ] or [ ]C-001 00 00 00 00 00C-006 00 00 00 00 00

Port B DMX512 levels

[ ]

[ ]


Test 9: Fade One OutputThis test fades each dimmer up and down one at a time, then automatically moves to the next dimmer. There is no indication of the dimmer currently being faded. When each dimmer in the system has been tested, the test sequence stops. The fade rate can be modified; the chase rate cannot.


Table 8: Key to explaining messages

While in the test the following keys are active:

▼ Decreases fade rate

▼ Increases fade rate


Message Key

$19 Output level in hexadecimal format

25% Output level in percent format

Delay 0000 Fade rate (higher number is slower)

$19 25% Delay 000006 Fade One Output

Setting output fade

[ ] or [ ]

[ ]

[ ]


Advanced Test Mode

Caution Do not initiate Advanced CEM tests unless advised to do so by ETC Technical Services at 800/775-4382 or an Authorized ETC representative.

To enter Advanced Test mode, press [Reset] while holding down [Dimmer]. Continue to hold [Dimmer] until the following two messages display on the CEM’s LCD (this will take between 4-5 seconds).

The first message signals that the CEM is in Basic test mode. If you continue to hold down [Dimmer] it will be quickly (within one second) followed by the Advanced test message.

When the Advanced test message displays, you have access to both Basic (tests 1-9) and Advanced (tests 10-43) CEM diagnostic tests.

Note: In Advanced Test Mode, the CEM airflow sensor is disabled. It will automatically enable when you leave the CEM test mode.

Now, in addition to Basic tests 1- 9, you have access to Advanced tests 10-43. Press to scroll through the list of tests, or go directly to the test you want to run by entering the two digit self test number and pressing [Enter]. (For example, to select test 14, EEROM Test, press [1] [4] [Enter].)

Note: While in Advanced Test Mode, your dimming system’s DMX512 inputs function normally.

Table 9: Advanced test listNumber Name Number Name

10 Current Probe 26 Change Air Sensor11 Edit Cube Data 27 Download Tables12 Power Cube Test 28 Rack Test13 Lamp Life Test 29 Burn in14 EEROM Test 30 Board Tester15 Base RAM Test 31 Network Test16 Backup RAM Test 32 Battery RAM Test17 Exit to Keyboard 33 Airflow Test18 Clear Dim Errors 34 LCD Test19 Beacon States 35 Switch Test20 Change MUX modes 36 Watchdog I Test21 Change Panic 37 Watchdog E Test22 Scan Loads 38 Calibrate Test23 Select Rack 39 Check Zero Inputs24 Display Name 40 Set Zero Delay25 Change Panic Mode 41 Generate Defaults

Select By ¯, (Enter)01 Select One Output

Basic test mode message

Password ReceivedEnter To Proceed

Advanced test message

Select By ¯, (Enter)10 Select One Output

Selecting test number

[ ] or [ ]


Test 10: Current ProbeThis test allows you to measure the total current loading on a rack.

Use or, press [1] [0] to select the test, then press [Enter]. The following message appears on the CEM’s LCD:

Table 10: Current probe messages

Test 11: Edit Cube DataThis test is for internal use only.

Test 12: Power Cube TestThis test is for internal use only.

Test 13: Lamp Life TestThis test is for internal use only.

Test 14: EEROM TestThis tests the EEROM without clearing system configuration data.

Caution Do not stop this test once it has begun. Doing so will corrupt the memory and may result in the loss of all configuration data.

Use or, press [1] [4] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start. When you press [Enter], the following message appears in the CEM’s LCD.

Press [Enter] to continue the test, or [Exit] to quit. While the test is in progress, the following message appears in the CEM’s LCD:

Table 11: Memory messages

If an error is found, one of the following messages will be displayed.

▼ Error Writing

▼ Error Protected

If one of these messages is displayed, the CEM must be returned to ETC for repair.

If no errors are found, the following message appears in the CEM’s LCD:

Press [Setup] to return to the test menu.

Message Key

IA-000 Current on phase A

IB-000 Current on phase B

IC-000 Current on phase C

TA-0000 Total current on all phases

KVA-000.0 Total wattage drawn by the rack

Messages Key

At 01111 Current memory location

Total 32727 Number of memory locations

Ia-000 Ib-000 Ic-000 TA-0000 KVA-000.0

Total rack current loading

[ ] or [ ]

DATA MAY be lostEnter to Proceed

Test 14 warning message

[ ] or [ ]

Test in Progress At 01111 Total 32727

Progress message

EEROM Test Passed Enter SETUP to Exit

Test 14 passed


Test 15: Base RAM TestThis test allows you to test the high speed RAM chips in the CEM.

Use or press [1] [5] to select the test. Before the test starts, the following message will appear:

Press [Enter] to run the test or press [Exit] to return to the main menu. While the Base RAM test is running, the following message will be displayed.

During the Base RAM Test, the LEDs on the CEM circuit board blink fast. When the test is complete, the blinking slows (to 1/2 second intervals) and the following message appears on the LCD:

Press [Reset].

If the RAM Test finds problems, the message RAM Test Failed appears on the CEM’s LCD. If this occurs, call ETC Technical Services at 800/775-4382.

Test 16: Backup RAM TestThis test allows you to test the capacitor-backed storage RAM. It is run in the same fashion as the Base RAM Test described above.

Use or, press [1] [6] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start or [Exit] to cancel.

Caution: The backup RAM contains all Recorded Load and Backup Look information. This test deletes all this information.

Test 17: Production EndThis is not actually a test at all. It restores the CEM to a basic configuration. It is used to reset a CEM after production testing and is useful for ending some configuration tests.

Caution This test erases all system configuration data. Do not run this test unless you have the Sensor configuration program and a copy of they system’s configuration source file.

Use or, press [1] [7] to select the test, then press [Enter] to return to the normal CEM LCD display.

Note: After running Test 42: Production Setup, you may have to select the appropriate CEM type for your installation using

Data Will Be LostEnter to Proceed

Warning message

[ ] or [ ]

Test in ProgressReset to Restart

In progress message

RAM Test PassedReset to Proceed

Test passed message

[ ] or [ ]

[ ] or [ ]

[ ] or [ ]


Test 18: Clear Dim ErrorsThe Clear Dim Errors test allows you to clear all dimmer errors at once rather than one at a time as allowed from the normal front end software.

Use or, press [1] [8] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start. The following message appears on the CEM’s LCD:

While in the Clear Dim Errors test, the following keys are active:

▼ [Clear] Yes - Clear the error


Below are the error types you can clear in this test.

Table 12: Dim Error messages

Test 19: Beacon StatesThis test provides a list of all Beacon error messages. ON or OFF at the end of the first line tells the error status at the time of the test (ON means the error condition is present).

In the example, the airflow sensor has detected airflow problem, so the message displayed reads Airflow Lost ON.

Use or press [1] [9] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start.

While in the Beacon States test the following keys are active:

▼ Scroll through the errors one by one

▼ [>] Scrolls through all active errors. Press again to stop scrolling


Note: Error messages are only displayed in the test. They cannot be turned ON or OFF or cleared.

Message Key

Clear Load Testing Clears and disables only load errors

Clear Fault Testing Clears and disables all error checking

Clear Dim Over Temps Disables dimmer over-temperature errors for 10 minutes while in self test

Enter or ClearClear load Testing

Clearing dimmer errors

[ ] or [ ]

Airflow Lost ONCmds: ¯ → Exit01

Airflow beacons message [ ] or [ ]

[ ] or [ ]


Table 13: Beacon errors and their causes:

For explanation of error messages, contact ETC Technical Services at 800/775-4382.

Error Message Causes

ST9 Dead Feedback processor not functioning.

Phaser cannot determine phasing, may be hardware or operator. No dimming.

Zeros Detectors Zero crossing status line bad. Dimming will not work.

Temp Input Lines An over-temperature line was found to be stuck on at POR. This group of 24 dimmers will no longer be tested for over-temperature problems.

Air Disabled airflow detector has been disabled.

Amb Hot Ambient temperature is over 114˚ F.

Amb Warm Ambient temperature is over 100˚ F, but below 114˚ F.

Amb Cold Ambient temperature is below 32˚ F.

Dimmers Hot One or more dimmers have overheated and been disabled.

Airflow Lost One or more dimmers have insufficient airflow and have been disabled.

Boot Errors One or more configuration errors were detected at start-up.

Phase A Volts Phase A voltage is less than 90 volts or greater than 140 volts.

Phase A is Off All dimming has stopped because phase A was out of range.

Phase B Volts Phase B voltage is less than 90V or greater than 140 volts.

Phase B is Off All dimming on phase B phase stopped because phase B voltage was out of range.

Phase C Volts Phase C voltage is less than 90V or greater than 140 volts.

Phase C is Off All dimming on phase C phase stopped because phase C voltage was out of range.

Frequency Error Frequency is out of acceptable range (48-52Hz, 58-62Hz).

DMXA is Lost DMX512 port A is enabled, but no data is being received.

DMXA Errors DMX512 port A is enabled and errors have been detected.

DMXB is Lost DMX512 port B is enabled, but no data is being received.

DMXB Errors DMX512 port A is enabled and errors have been detected.

Network Problem with ETCLink network.

Dimmer Errors One or more dimmers have an AF type error.

RTR EEROM Sum EEROM checksum does not match that in other racks.

RTR Back Sum Backup look checksum does not match that in other racks.

Cfig Sum Problem with EEPROM.

Local Sum Problem with EEPROM.

Cfig Data Problem with EEPROM.

Local Data Problem with EEPROM.

Battery RAM Sum Problem with capacitor-backed SRAM.

Local Data Sum Problem with EEPROM.

Secure Data Sum Problem with capacitor-backed SRAM.

Fatal Boot Error Contact ETC Technical Services immediately.


Test 20: In ActiveThis test is not currently assigned a function.


Test 22: Scan Loads (Advanced Features systems only)This test performs a Record Load as defined in the CEM manual.

Caution: This test brings all dimmers to full at the same time. Be sure your service can handle this.

Use or, press [2] [2] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start.

Test 23: Select RackThis operation sets the ETCLink address (rack number) for the CEM. See the CEM User Manual or CEM System Reference for a complete discussion of ETCLink addressing conventions.

Use or, press [2] [3], then press [Enter] to start or [Exit] to cancel. The following message will be displayed on the CEM LCD:

Enter the rack number and press [Enter]. (One is used in this example.) The following message will be displayed on the CEM LCD:

Press [Enter] to confirm your choice, or [Exit] to cancel. The following message will be displayed on the CEM LCD:

Table 14: Select rack commands

CEM will reset automatically when complete.

Test 24: Display NameThis test displays system name as stored in EEROM configuration data.

Use or, press [2] [4], then press [Enter] to display the system name. It will be displayed for one second then the CEM LCD will return to the test menu.


Message Key

[Clear] Erases any Record Load values, dimmer errors and backup looks.

[Enter] Does not destroy above (not recommended).

[ ] or [ ]

Select Rack Number:1 - 020

Selecting rack number [ ] or [ ]

Rack 001 Sure?Enter or Exit

Warning message

CLEAR To Clear RamENTER To Save Ram

Enter or Clear RAM

Display NameArtists Theatre

Test 24 Display Name

[ ] or [ ]


Test 26: Change Air SensorThis operation allows you to enable/disable the CEM’s airflow sensor. The airflow sensor shuts the rack down if airflow is interrupted.

Use or, press [2] [6] to select the test. The following message will appear on the CEM LCD:

Note: The airflow sensor is enabled for normal operation. If you are resetting the airflow sensor after testing, the message will say Air Sensor Disabled.

To enable/disable the airflow sensor, enter the security code with the CEM numeric keypad.

Note: This code is available from ETC Technical Services.

Caution: Do not reinstall the CEM with the airflow sensor disabled. Your system may be damaged by overheating.

Test 27: Download TablesThis operation transfers Sensor configuration data from a personal computer to the CEM’s EEROM via the CEM’s DMX512 input port.

Connect your PC to the desired input port, then use or, press [2] [7] [Enter] to start the test. The following message appears on the CEM LCD:

Press [1] to select input port A, or [2] to select port B, then press [Enter].The following message appears on the CEM LCD:

At this point, start the download from the PC.

When the data is completely downloaded, the following message appears on the CEM LCD:

Assuming there are no problems with the download process, the CEM will prompt you to enter the rack number. Use the keypad to enter the rack number then press [Enter]. Press [Enter] again to confirm. The CEM will restart automatically.

If any of the following errors occur during downloading, press [Reset] and try the procedure again.

▼ Error Data Incorrect

▼ Error Received Data

▼ Error Data Checksum

▼ Error Writing EEROM

If the error persists, contact ETC Technical Services at 800/775-4382.

Test 28: Rack testThis test is for internal use only.

Test 29: Burn inThis test is for internal use only.

Test 30: Board testerThis test is for internal use only.

Air Sensor EnabledEnter Code

Test 26 code entry

[ ] or [ ]

Select DMX512 Port 1,2

Test 27 port selection

[ ] or [ ]

Waiting for Data >

In-progress message

Saving Data >

Saving data message


Test 31: Network testThis test is for internal use only.

Test 32: Battery RAM TestThis tests the CEM’s non-volatile RAM. It must be run twice. The first time tests the RAM; the second time verifies the test result.

Caution: All recorded load data and backup looks are lost during this test.

Use or, press [3] [2] [Enter]. The following message appears on the CEM LCD.

Press [Enter] to continue the test or [Exit] to quit.

When the test is complete, turn off power to the CEM and let it sit for at least ten minutes. Then turn the CEM back on, and enter the self test mode. Run the test again to verify the results. The following message appears on the CEM LCD.

Test 33: Airflow TestThis test allows you to monitor the status of the airflow sensor and test the fan relay.

Use or press [3] [3] to select the test, then press [Enter]. The CEM checks the airflow sensor and fan relay. If there is a problem with either of these two components, the following message appears on the CEM LCD:

▼ Turn the fan on or off respectively

▼ [Exit] Returns to the test menu.

Test 34: LCD TestThis test checks the LCD display by displaying all the available characters in sequence. This allows you to check for faulty characters or inoperative pixels in the display.

Use or, press [3] [4] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start the test.

This test scrolls though over 100 characters, starting with . Characters, include symbols, upper and lower case letters and numbers.

Press [Exit] to end the test.

Test 35: Switch TestThis test allows you to check the function of the CEM keypad by displaying the name and number of each key on the keypad.

Use or, press [3] [5] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start. Press each of the keys you want to test, press [Setup] to end test.

Memory is in ErrorEnter to Proceed

Test 32 memory message

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Memory is OKEnter to Proceed

Test 32 OK message (2nd time)

Fan ON AirstopFan On/Off ¯ Exit

Test 33 Airflow error message

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Test 36: Watchdog I TestThis test allows you to test the internal watchdog circuit.

Use or, press [3] [6] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start.

When this test starts the processor internal watchdog is temporarily disabled. If the test does not detect an error in the internal watchdog circuit, the CEM restarts automatically within two seconds.

If there is a problem, it will not restart. In this event, call ETC Technical Services at 800/775-4382.

Test 37: Watchdog E TestThis test allows you to test the external watchdog circuit.

Use or, press [3] [7] to select the test, to select the test, then press [Enter] to start.

Note: The CEM will not function properly with the Fido Collar (ECEM-J5, CEM-J20) jumper removed. It will not reset in response to power supply noise.

When this test starts the processor external watchdog circuit is temporarily disabled. If the test does not detect an error in the external watchdog circuit, the CEM restarts automatically within two seconds.

If there is a problem, it will not restart. In this event, call ETC Technical Services at 800/775-4382.

Test 38: Calibrate TestThis test allows you to calibrate the phase sensing transformers, tuning each phase to actual line voltages on each phase. You will need a digital volt meter for this test.

Use or, press [3] [8] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start the test. The following message appears on the CEM LCD:

Table 15: Calibrate test messages

Start the tuning process by setting up a volt meter to measure the incoming phase voltage. Then locate the phase 1 (A), phase 2 (B) and phase 3 (C) potentiometers and use a small straight-blade screwdriver to adjust them until the reading on the volt meter matches the voltage levels shown on the CEM LCD. Once the incoming voltage levels match those displayed on the LCD, press [Exit] to return to the test menu.

Note: Phase voltage should be set at exactly 120 VAC.

Test 39: Check Zero InputsThis test is for internal use only.

Message Explanation

A, B, C Voltage on phases (decimal place is not shown i.e.: 1195 = 119.5V)

HZ Frequency for phase A

UD This will always read “00”

TP Ambient temperature (this is not accurate if fans are not operating)

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[ ] or [ ]

A-1019 B-1162 C-1200HZ-60 UD-00 TP-100

test 38

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Test 40: Set Zero Delay (CEM or LCEM only)This operation allows you to calibrate the zero crossing delay.

Note: Set Zero Crossing delay is only used on UL and Delta versions of the Control Electronics Module. CE versions (ECEM and LECEM) calibrate Zero Crossing automatically.

Use or, press [4] [0] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start the test. If the zero crossing delay is low, the following message appears on the CEM LCD:

If the zero crossing delay is high, the following message appears on the CEM LCD:

Locate the zero crossing potentiometer on the PCB. (See illustration below.) Use a small, straight-blade screwdriver to adjust zero crossing until the following message appears on the CEM LCD:

Figure 1: Adjusting Zero Crossing potentiometer P3Once the zero crossing is correctly adjusted, press [Exit] to return to the test menu.

Low < Turn Right>_ _

Indicates Delay is too low

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High < Turn Left>_ _

Indicates Delay is too high

ELECTRONIC THEATRE CONTROLS TEST–NORM

F1

F2

F3

C:1/8A

B:1/8A

A:1.5ASB ISO1/8A

0 CROSSING

P3 - Zero Crossingpotentiometer

Good SettingDelay is set properly


Test 41: Generate DefaultsTest 41 creates a basic configuration for a selected rack type populated with a single desired dimmer type. This operation allows you to select the correct defaults for each possible rack/module combination.

Caution This test erases all system configuration data. Do not run this test unless you have the Sensor configuration program and a copy of they system’s configuration source file.

Use or, press [4] [1] to select test 41, then press [Enter]. The message Overwrite Configuration? NO appears on the CEM LCD. Use

to scroll NO to YES and press [Enter] to begin the test.

The CEM will display several in process messages while the test is set up. When the setup process is complete, the CEM will show a window for setting the number of racks in the system.

Press [Enter], then select the number of racks in the system with or enter a number with the CEM keyboard. Press [>] to continue.

The next window sets the type of rack used in the default setup. Press [Enter] then scroll to the desired rack type with . Press [>] to continue.

Setup CEM Type lets you select a CEM model for the default setup. Press [Enter] then scroll to the desired CEM type with . Press [>] to continue.

Note: See Appendix 1: Rack and Module types on page 24 for tables of available rack and dimmer module types organized by CEM model. Default racks may be populated with any available dimmer type, but you cannot mix dimmer types in a given rack.

Setup Module lets you select one dimmer module for the default setup. Press [Enter] then scroll to the desired module with . Press [Exit] to enter your test system configuration. Press [>] to review rack, CEM, and module test selections.

If your rack/module configuration is Advanced Features (AF) - capable the CEM displays Advanced Feature Rack? Yes. Press [Enter] to create an AF rack, or scroll Yes to No with for a standard configuration.

Enter the desired ETCLink Address for the test CEM with and press [Enter] to restart the CEM with a default configuration using your test rack settings.

Select by ¯, (Enter)41 Generate Defaults

Test 41

Overwrite:Configuration? NO ¯

Entering test 41

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Setup SystemNumber of racks: 1*

Selecting number of test racks

[ ] or [ ]Setup Rack 1Type:SR6/ESR6*

Selecting the rack type [ ] or [ ]

Setup CEMType:CEM 120V

Selecting the CEM type

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Setup ModuleD15 *

Selecting the module type

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Advanced FeaturesRack? Yes

Advanced Features option[ ] or [ ]

Setup Rack ETCLink Address: 1

Selecting the default rack type

[ ] or [ ]


Test 42: Production SetupProduction Setup is used at the factory to generate a default Sensor rack type for quality testing. It sets up a default 48 slot rack with a memory checksum and both DMX512 ports and Dimmer Doubling enabled.

Use or, press [4] [2] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start the test:

The CEM will display some temporary screens while setting up the test. When setup is complete it will prompt for the CEM type.

Use to scroll through the CEM list to pick the desired type from the available choices:

▼ CEM 120V

▼ ECEM 240V

▼ LECEM 120V

▼ HCEM 240V

▼ CEMD 120V

▼ HCEM 240V

After selecting the desired CEM type, press [Enter] to start the test. The CEM will reboot with a default rack configuration indicated.

Exiting Test 42To exit Test 42, run Test 17: Production End on page 14. Make sure to restore your CEM type to the correct one for your installation.

Test 43: Boot Self testBoot Self Tests sets the CEM to automatically boot into self-test mode. This keeps the CEM in self-test mode after resets, making it easier to run multiple tests.

Use or, press [4] [3] to select the test, then press [Enter] to start the test:

Select By ¯, (Enter)42 Production Setup

Test 42 Enter screen [ ] or [ ]

Setup CEMType: CEM 120V

Test 42 CEM type selection

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Select By ¯, (Enter)43 Boot Self-test

Test 43 setting boot self-test [ ] or [ ]


Appendix 1: Rack and Module typesStandard CEM (UL 120V)

Table 16: Standard CEM Dimmer racks and Modules

HCEM (UL 240V)Table 17: 240V HCEM Dimmer racks and Modules

ECEM (CE 240V)Table 18:ECEM Dimmer racks and Modules

Rack types Dimmer module typesSR6 D15 D15F D15E D15AFSR12 D15HR D15AFGSR24 R15 R15AF R20 R20AFSR48 CC15 CC20 CC50SP6 BC15 BC20SP12 D20 D20E D20F D20AFSP24 D20HR D20DHR D20AFGSP36 D50AF D50HR D50AFG D50AFSP48 D100AF

Rack types Dimmer module typesHSR6 HD15 HD15AFHSR12 HD25 HD25AF HD25FLHSR24 HD50AFHSR48HSP6HSP12HSP24HSP48

Rack types Dimmer module typesESR12 ED15 ED15AFS ED15AF ED15FESR24 ED15AFR ED15N ED15AFNESR36 ER15 ER15AF ER25 ER25AFESR48 ED25 ED25AFS ED25AF ED25AFXESP24 ED25HR ED25AHR ED25HRR ED25NESP36 ED25HFN

ED50AF ED50AFR


LECEM ( CE 120V)Table 19: LECEM Dimmer racks and Modules

CEMD (120V Delta power)Table 20:Delta CEMD Dimmer racks and Modules

HCEMD (240V Delta power)Table 21: 240V Delta HCEMD Dimmer racks and Modules

Rack types Dimmer module typesLESR12 D15 D15F D15E D15AFLESR24 D15HR D15AFGLESR36 R15 R20 R20AFLESR48 D20 D20F D20AF D20HR

D20DHR D20AFGCC15 CC20 CC50BC15 BC20D50HR D50AFGD100AF

Rack types Dimmer module typesSR12D D25D D25AFDSR24D R20D R20AFDSR48D D50AFD

Rack types Dimmer module typesHSR12D HD25D HD25AFDHSR24D HR20D HR20AFDHSR48D D50AFD

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