SECTION [26 09 26.

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LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1

SCOPE
A.

Extent of lighting control system work is indicated by drawings and by the requirements of this
section. It is defined to include lighting control panels, breaker loads and wiring.

B.

Type of lighting control equipment and wiring specified in this section include the following:
1.
Lighting Control Panels
2.
Requirements are indicated elsewhere in these specifications for work including, but not
limited to, raceways and electrical boxes and fittings required for installation of control
equipment and wiring.

1.2

RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.

The work covered in this section is subject to all of the requirements in the General Conditions
of the specifications that apply.

B.

Contractor shall coordinate all of the work in this section with all the trades covered in the other
sections of the specification to provide a complete and operative system.
1.
[Related Sections include the following:
a.
Section [26 24 16] [16441] Panelboards
b.
Section [26 28 16] [16410] Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers
c.
Section [26 09 13] [16290] Electrical Power Monitoring and Control
d.
Section [26 xx xx] [16xxx] Building Automation /Energy Management
Syst.]

1.3

SUBMITTALS
A.

Submittal documentation shall be furnished by the manufacturer for approval by the Engineer
and must be approved in writing prior to shipment of any equipment from the manufacturer. It
shall consist of:
1.
Bill of Materials - Manufacturer shall submit in bill of material form an itemized list of all
materials being supplied to meet the specifications.
2.
Product Data - Manufacturer shall submit data on each of the components proposed for
the lighting control system.
3.
One-Line Diagram Manufacturer shall submit a one-line diagram of the proposed
system configuration with relative placement of all equipment.
4.
Typical Wiring Diagrams - Submit typical wiring diagrams for all proposed equipment
with sufficient details for all interconnections.
5.
Instruction Manuals The manufacturer shall supply all operation, service and
programming manuals.

B.

Programming - The manufacturer shall provide instructions for programming of the system.
Contractor shall identify breakers and circuits and program the system to the end users
requirements.

C.

Commissioning - After the system has been installed, the network wiring and telephone lines
are operational; the contractor shall secure the services of a factory-trained representative of
the manufacturer to verify correct operation of all system components. The factory-trained
representatives shall verify that the contractor has properly installed and interconnected all
supplied components. They shall start up all equipment and demonstrate that it meets the
requirements of this specification.

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Training - As part of the commissioning procedures, the manufacturer shall make available
minimum of 4 hours training for the owners representative in the operation of the system.

E.

Technical Support - The manufacturer shall provide free telephone support to the owner for the
duration of the warranty period.

F.

Extended Service Coverage - Maintenance agreements shall be available from the

manufacturer to provide service for the system both during and after the warranty period.

1.4

RELATED STANDARDS
A.

1.5

The lighting control panels shall be manufactured and tested according to the latest applicable
standards of the following agencies:
1.
UL & cUL APPROVALS
a.
The control panels shall be tested and listed under the UL 916 Energy
Management Equipment standards and CSA C22.2 #205.
b.
The control panels shall be installed into a UL 67 listed panelboard.
2.
NEC COMPLIANCE
a.
The control system shall comply with all applicable National Electrical Codes
regarding electrical wiring standards.
3.
NEMA COMPLIANCE
a.
The control system shall comply with all applicable portions of the NEMA
standards regarding the types of electrical equipment enclosures.
4.
COMPONENT PRE-TESTING
a.
All control equipment shall undergo strict inspection standards.
QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.

Manufacturer shall have produced similar electrical equipment for a minimum period of 10
years.

B.

Products shall be listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

1.6

DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A.

Handle and store equipment in accordance with manufacturers Installation and Maintenance
Manuals. One (1) copy of this document shall be provided with the equipment at time of
shipment.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1

[MANUFACTURER
A.

2.2

Manufacturer shall have a minimum of ten years experience in control systems.

Manufacturer shall provide off the shelf control products from its inventory. Control
systems that require custom assembly and sizing shall not be acceptable.
The
manufacturer shall be:
1. Siemens i-3 Control Technology (1-800-964-4114)
2. Pre-approved equal]
MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS

A.

System Description
1.
The lighting control system shall consist of lighting control panels that are able to
network. The system shall be modular in design and scaleable for future expansion of
the system.
2.
Each lighting control panel shall contain a microprocessor with controlled input,
communication rails and Controllable Modular Breaker/Pod that also contain individual
microprocessors.

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16.
B.

Programmable Intelligence shall include time-of-day control, up to 275 schedules/events,

unlimited number of holidays, warn occupants of an impending off (blink), timed outputs,
preset control, auto or configurable daylight savings and control based on outdoor light
level.
[System shall include an astronomical clock with offsets and local control.]
Each lighting control system shall contain one full controller board with USB interface for
easy upload and download of system configuration files. Systems shall contain a total of
[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] I/O controllers that will offer up to 20 two-wire
programmable switch inputs and up to 10 three-wire inputs or any combination of twoand three-wire inputs until its capacity is reached. The combination of two-wire and three
wire inputs will connect into 18, 30 and 42 circuit panels.
The full system controller will have a battery back-up. The battery will deliver power to
run the system's clock and save the program settings for at least one year. The battery
shall be a lithium coin cell with a 10-year life.
The control system shall provide networking between sets of up to eight lighting control
panels without adding communication or networking cards in each of these eight panels.
The control system network may support no less than 8 control panels. Sets of up to
eight lighting control panels shall be wired to the same line. Networking between lines
shall be possible via 18 gauge, solid copper twisted pair, shielded wire; such as Belden
6320 (recommended).
A set of up to eight lighting control panels with up to 160 digital inputs shall be able to
network without using additional communication or networking cards in any of these
eight panels. Each panel shall contain an RS485 and EIB interface module for access
and configuration of any of the eight control panels.
Each panel shall provide up to 20 programmable switch inputs, up to 42 controllable
modular breaker/pods, an RS485 and EIB interface module for access and configuration
of any of the eight control panels.
The controller shall have a touch screen user interface. It shall contain an internal time
astrological time clock. The controller shall control up to 8 panels including itself. The
panels shall be connected via 18 GA wire.
[Each individual control breaker/pod combination shall provide an optional time
delay function.]
Each individual control breaker/pod combination shall permit lighting to be overridden
ON or OFF through a manual override on the touch screen. The control system shall
provide timed overrides assigned to specific breaker/pod combination modules.
Override times may be configured to [30] [60] [90] [120] [180] [210] [240] [270] [300]
[330] [360] minutes. Once the timed override expires the control system shall return the
breaker/pod combination modules to their programmed state. These overrides shall be
hard-wired inputs or through manual operation.
Configuring the control system shall be through a touch screen display or PC based
configuration software located on a PC. The PC may be connected to any one of the
panels in the control system via the RS485 interface module. The PC based
configuration software shall permit local configuration via the RS485 interface module.
Descriptive information shall assist the user to operate the system without a
programming manual.
Program settings may be downloaded from a USB flash drive to the full controller.
Internet Protocol Interface
a.
The control system shall be capable of interfacing with a Local Area network using
the Internet Protocol.
b.
The system shall permit: Local Area Network (LAN), On-Site & Off-Site
communications with the PC Set-up software.
Program settings may be downloaded from a USB flash drive to the full controller.

Hardware Features

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5.
6.

7.

8.
9.

Panelboards
a.
Panelboards are available with 18, 30 and 42 controllable modular breaker/pods.
b.
The system will allow both controllable modular breaker/pods and manually
operated breakers to be installed. The use and installation of the control pod shall
not be required on every breaker.
Contact Inputs
a.
The control system shall permit up to 32 dry contacts (digital/switch inputs) per
control panel.
b.
Momentary 2 wire (toggle) inputs shall be supported. Maintained contacts shall be
supported as 2 wire (SPST) inputs.
c.
Inputs shall be dry contacts and input shall be software link-able to any number of
outputs.
Breaker/Pod Combination Modules
a.
The system shall utilize Controllable Modular Breaker/Pod, which are rated to 20
amps up to 480/277 VAC max.
b.
The controllable breaker/pod modules shall be mechanically held. The controllable
breaker/pod relay modules shall be rated for 500,000 mechanical and electrical
operations at full load and does not require an external power supply.
c.
Controllable breaker/pod modules shall be available in single and two-pole
configuration. The modular design shall allow for expansion and maintenance.
d.
Breakers/Pod Combination Modules shall not be required on every breaker.
Breakers, where shown on the drawings, shall be permitted in the panel to function
as standard breakers. Panels requiring all breakers to function as lighting control
only shall not be permitted.
e.
The modules shall contain the following features:
1.)
Manual Override to close the POD, manual override to open on the breaker.
2.)
Breaker/Magnetic Latch
Electrical Ratings
a.
The modules provided shall be rated:
1.)
[1-pole, 120 VAC, 65 kaic] [1-pole 277 VAC, 14 kaic] [2-pole, 240 VAC,
65 kaic] [2-pole, 480/277 VAC, 14 kaic] [As shown on drawings]
2.)
Mechanical Operations: 500,000 minimum
Time Clock
a.
The control system shall have a built in astrological time clock with flexible
Daylight Savings Time on the I/O control board.
[Photocell Control
Note: From dry contact input from photocell provided by
other.
a.
The control system shall provide for optional outdoor ambient light sensor.
The control system shall provide power for the sensor thereby eliminating
any external power supply. The sensor shall be for outdoor applications.
The light sensor shall be connected to the panel with low voltage twisted
pair.]
Modular Design
a.
The control system shall employ an all modular design for easy expansion and
maintenance. The system shall still function if a single module should fail.
b.
All connections for the switch inputs shall incorporate quick connect terminals.
The Controllable Modular Breaker/Pod shall be designed for rapid field
replacement or expansion. Systems that do not employ a modular design shall
not be acceptable.
Control Power Supply
a.
The control system shall incorporate the use of UL listed Class 2 self regulated
power supply.
Forced Control Override

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Each output module shall provide a forced control override of all Controllable
Modular Breaker/Pod for service or priority override purposes. The forced control
override may be applied via the Touch Screen Display or PC based configuration
tool.
b.
The forced control override shall provide ALL ON, "Command" and "ALL OFF"
control of the Controllable Modular Breaker/Pod. The forced control shall operate
all of the outputs in the Controllable Modular Breaker/Pod. This forced control
shall override and supersede all commands from other inputs when the forced
control is in the ALL ON or ALL OFF position.
1.)
The system shall remember the last command to the individual Controllable
Modular Breaker/Pod. Upon returning the forced control override to the
"COMMAND" position, the Controllable Modular Breaker/Pod shall return to
the most recent command state. This will occur even if the last command
happened during the forced control override condition.
10. Configuration Interface (RS485 Port)
a.
Each system control panel shall provide an RS485 module to permit configuration
of the panel using the Touch Screen display or PC based Set-up software.
b.
Operator commands may be issued directly from the local touch screen display or
PC keyboard.
11.
[USB Interface
a.
Each control panel shall have a USB port for uploading and downloading
settings.]
12. Network
a.
The control system shall be capable of panel-to-panel communications over a
hard-wired data network. The network shall consist of twisted pair 18 gauge wire.
13. Lockable Enclosure
a.
Each control panel shall be enclosed in a lockable, NEMA class 1 enclosure. The
enclosure shall be manufactured out of steel per UL50.
14. [Enclosure Wall Mounting
a.
The enclosure shall be for [surface] [flush] mounting.]
15. Data Rails
a.
The data rails shall extend the entire horizontal length of the breakers. Any
breaker position in the panel shall be capable of adding a Controllable
Breaker/Pod combination without changing or expanding the data rail.
C.
Software Features
1.
Operator Interface
a.
The lighting control panel programming interface resides in a touch screen panel
that will have a Setup Wizard for beginners or advanced users. Configuration of
the lighting control system must be performed through the touch screen display or
a Windows based software located on a PC.
2.
Memory Back-Up
a.
The microprocessor shall utilize non-volatile memory to store configuration data.
The data shall be protected against power interruptions lasting as long as ten
years. The data storage shall be entirely maintenance-free.
3.
PC Based Set-Up Software
a.
PC based Set-up software shall enable any MS-Windows PC to configure any
lighting control panel connected to the network. The PC connection shall be an
RS485 direct connection to the lighting control panel at a selectable baud rate.
The baud rate shall be set at [2400] [4800] [9600] [19200] [38400]. The
configuration software shall permit the user to modify the control system
configuration while the control system is in operation. The control system shall not
be taken to an "OFF-LINE" mode. This software package shall store all
programmed data and archive for future use.
b.
The following features shall be in the PC based Set-up software:
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2.)

Web Access Software Features:

a.)
Real Time Controllable Modular Breaker/Pod Status Monitoring
b.)
Alpha-Numeric Descriptors
c.)
Manual Controllable Modular Breaker/Pod Commands
File Maintenance
a.)
Archive Programs
b.)
Data Base Restoration
c.)
Uploading and Downloading of Configuration
d.)
Controllable Breaker/Pod Cycle Tracking

PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1

INSTALLATION
A.

The control system shall be installed and fully wired as shown on the plans by the installing
contractor. The contractor shall complete all electrical connections to all control circuits and
override wiring.

B.

The contractor is responsible for complete installation of the entire system according to strict
factory standards and requirements. The following items shall constitute factory standards and
requirements:
1.
All system equipment shall operate in accordance with specification and industrial
standard procedures.
2.
An operational user program shall exist in the control system. The program shall
execute and perform all functions required to effectively operate the site according to the
requirements.
3.
A demonstration of program integrity during normal operation and pursuant to a power
outage shall be performed.
4.
Contractor shall provide a minimum of [2] [4] [8] [16] training hours on the operation
and use of the control system. Additional support services shall be negotiated between
the contractor and the building owner or manager.
5.
The contractor shall provide [instructions from the manufacturer for] [a per diem
cost adder to have the manufacturer perform the] initial set-up and programming of
the lighting control system software. Breaker schedules and documentation shall be the
responsibility of the Contractor to collect and furnish to the equipment manufacturer for
initial program setup.

C.

Documentation
1.
The contractor shall provide accurate "as built" drawings to the owner for correct
programming and proper maintenance of the Lighting Control system. The "as built"
shall indicate the load controlled by each Controllable Breaker/Pod Combination Module
panel number.

D.

Operation And Service Manuals

1.
The factory shall supply all operation and service manuals.

3.2

ADJUSTMENTS AND CLEANING

A.

Remove debris from panelboards and wipe dust and dirt from all components.

B.

Repaint marred and scratched surfaces with touch up paint to match original finish.

3.3

TESTING
A.

Check tightness of all accessible mechanical and electrical connections to assure they are
torqued to the minimum acceptable manufactures recommendations.

B.

Check all installed panels for proper grounding, fastening and alignment.

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3.4

The contractor shall test and demonstrate to the owner that the lighting control panels are
working properly as defined above in the INSTALLATION sections.
WARRANTY

A.

A limited 1-year warranty shall be provided on the individual combination breaker/pod modules

B.

The manufacturer shall provide customer service support 8 hours per day, Monday through
Friday. The manufacturer shall guarantee replacement of defective components.

3.5

START-UP SERVICES AND PRODUCT SUPPORT

A.

The manufacture shall provide the following support:

1.
Programming
a.
The manufacture shall provide initial programming of the system. Contractor shall
identify Controllable Modular Breaker/Pod and circuits.
2.
Commissioning
a.
After the system has been installed, the network wiring and telephone lines are
operational; the contractor shall [commission the system to meet this
specification] [secure the services of a factory-trained representative of the
manufacturer to verify correct operation of all system components. The
factory-trained representatives shall verify that the contractor has properly
installed and interconnected all supplied components. They shall start up
all equipment and demonstrate that it meets the requirements of this
specification].
3.
Training
a.
As part of the commissioning procedures, the [contractor] [manufacturer] shall
provide training for the owners representative in the operation of the system. The
amount of training is defined in Section 3.1.B.4 INSTALLATION.
4.
Technical Support
a.
The manufacturer shall provide free telephone support to the owner for the
duration of the warranty period.
5.
[Extended Service Coverage
a.
Maintenance agreements shall be available from the manufacturer to
provide service for the system both during and after the warranty period.]

END OF SECTION

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