Dec3.2 main functions, Factory settings – basic mode – Tempest TornadoRetrofit Kits User Manual
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Tornado Enclosure User Manual
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DEC3.2 Main Functions
1 Sense current to luminaire (lamp on/off)
2 Record lamp hours
3 Monitor temperature and humidity inside Enclosure
4 Maintain temperature at safe operating level
5 Prevent condensation
6 Isolate luminaire in case of unsafe temperature
7 Report status over RDM
8 (Optional) remote luminaire relay control over DMX
DEC3.2’s function depends on whether the luminaire lamp is on or off:
Lamp ON
Fans on
Heater off
Monitor temperature and humidity
Isolate luminaire power if temperature exceeds max limit
Record lamp hours
Lamp OFF
Monitor temperature and humidity
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If temp below bottom setting, run heater
o
If temp above top setting, run fans
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If temp in normal range, run anti-condensation routine
Factory Settings – Basic Mode
In most applications, DEC3.2 will operate correctly with its factory default settings, in Basic
operating mode.
You do not need to do anything. Please skip to the Power Connections section below.
If your needs are more complex, read on.