Enttec CVC4 - Constant Voltage Dimmer

At A Glance:

• High precision, auto-addressable RGBW LED tape dimmer with P-Link or DMX/RDM input.
• 4-Channel, Installation-Grade, Constant Voltage LED dimmer. Robust and reliable, ENTTEC’s CVC4 is the ultimate high-precision, constant voltage (CV) LED dimmer. Prepare to take your CV projects to the next level!

ENTTEC’s CVC4 is a high precision 4 channel, constant voltage (CV) LED dimmer, capable of dimming up to 5A of LED tape per channel at 12-24v.

The CVC4’s key feature is it’s integration of ENTTEC’s Pixelator family controller’s auto-addressing PLink protocol. This is a time saving system designed to allow users to simply chain one device to the next using Cat6 cable up to 300m away, removing the need to manually address each CVC4.

Alternatively use RDM to configure the start address of each CVC4 (default channel 001) and control over DMX. Another feature for the CVC4 is its ability to convert DMX to PLink protocol, connect a Cat6 cable to a CVC4 receiving DMX and the PLink protocol will auto-address all consecutive CVC4 along the daisy chain.

The CVC4 incorporates a user-serviceable blade fuse to protect against short circuits and features the ability to limit the output to reduce overheating. With two DIP switches located on the CVC4, easily switch between RGB/RGBW and 8-bit/16-bit modes.

The solid-state, fan-less design means the CVC4 is virtually silent when in operation.

Features:

• Dimming capacity of up to 5A per channel.
• 12-24V input (20A maximum).
• 1KHz PWM signal refresh rate.
• Support daisy chaining of ENTTEC’s auto addressing P-Link Protocol over Cat6 cable.
• DMX/RDM input through pluggable rising clamp connector.
• RDM identification and addressing functionality.
• On board conversion from DMX to P-link.
• Attachable TS-35 Din Rail mounting clip.
• Status LED and DIP switch to toggle between RGB/RGBW and 8-bit/16-bit operating modes.
• User-serviceable blade fuse to protect against short circuits.
• Passive cooling with internal overheating protection.
• Compact design with integrated 4mm surface mounting holes.

Specification:

Connectors:

• 1 x Power Input (Screw Terminal)
• 1 x DMX Input (Screw Terminal)
• 1 x PLINK In/Out (RJ45)
• 1 x CV Output (Screw Terminal)

IP Rating:

• IP20

Data Input Protocols:

• DMX512a
• PLink - WS2812b (RJ45)

Data Output Protocol:

• PLink - WS2812b (RJ45)

RDM Functionality:

• Start address configuration
• Temperature monitoring
• Firmware updatable

Start Address Configuration Options:

• PLink using Pixelator family
• RDM (Default channel: 1)

Dimming Resolution:

• 8/16-Bit

Fixture Modes / Channel Footprint:

• 8-Bit RGB 3ch
• 8-Bit RGBW 4ch
• 16-Bit RGB 6ch
• 16-Bit RGBW 8ch

Data Capability (per chain):

• DMX Input - Up to 1 universe
• PLink Input - Up to 2 universes

Max. Data Cable Length:

• DMX 300m per chain
• PLink 300m between each CVC4 (Cat6)

Input Voltage:

• 12-24 V DC

Max. Current Rating:

• Max. 20A (in 4ch mode)

Max. Output Power:

• 240 W (@12V)
• 480 W (@24V)

Device Power Draw:

• Max. 4W – Idle 0.3W

Max. Current per Channel:

• Max. 5A

Reverse Polarity Protection:

• Yes (power input connector only)

Over Temperature Protection:

• Yes (output intensity will half and the LED indicator will blink red unit device has cooled).

Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Frequency

• 1KHz - Fixed

User Serviceable Fuse:

• ATO 20A blade fuse

Cooling Method:

• Convection

Operating Temperature:

• -20°C to +50°C
• -4°F to 122°F

Environmental Operating Humidity:

• 5- 95% (non-condensing)

Mounting Options:

• Surface mount using mounting tabs

Body Material:

• Black ABS plastic + Aluminium heat sink

Unit Dimensions:

• 88 x 117.5 x 31.5mm

Unit Weight:

• 0.13kg / 0.28lbs

Shipping Dimensions:

• 140 x 140 x 40 mm

Shipping Weight:

• 0.19kg / 0.42lbs

Warranty:

• 3 year return to base manufacturer warranty

Box Contents:

• CVC4
• TS35 DIN clip
• 2 x Din clip mounting screws

User Serviceable Fuse:

• The CVC4 contains a user serviceable 20A blade fuse to protect against over draw and short circuiting.

Installation:

This product must be installed in accordance with applicable national and local electrical & construction codes by a competent person familiar with the operation of the product and the hazards involved. Failure to comply with the these and the product installation guide may result in serious injury or damage to property. Refer to this product’s full installation guide before handling, planning, and specifying it on your project. If ever unsure consult ENTTEC.

Enttec 73926 Datasheet.pdf
Enttec 73926 Installation Guide.pdf
Enttec 73926 Dimensional Drawing.pdf