Lightcloud
  • Introduction
  • General
    • Introduction
    • Terminology
    • Installation
    • Using Lightcloud with Emergency Fixtures
    • Security
    • Contact Lightcloud
    • Deployment Guide
  • Lightcloud Application
    • Devices
    • Organize
    • Control
    • Energy
    • Scenes
    • Schedules
  • Lightcloud Devices
    • Lightcloud Gateway
    • Lightcloud Controller
    • Lightcloud Sensor
    • Lightcloud Daylight
    • Lightcloud Dimmer
    • Lightcloud Touch
  • Frequently Asked Questions
    • How many devices can one Gateway handle?
    • Is a Gateway required for every Lightcloud application?
    • What are the 6 wires coming out of the Controller and the Sensor?
    • What is the maximum LED load a controller can safely switch?
    • Can Lightcloud be used with non-RAB fixtures?
    • Will Lightcloud work with fluorescent lighting?
    • Can Lightcloud work with other types of dimming than 0-10V?
    • Will Lightcloud control LED retrofit lamps?
    • Will Lightcloud control other loads than LED lighting?
    • Do you need a Lightcloud Controller for each luminaire?
    • What type of sensor is the Lightcloud Sensor?
    • How does a contractor test the Controller/Sensor to see if it is wired correctly?
    • What do the 3 light indicators on the Gateway mean?
    • What do the lights on the Controller mean?
    • How far does the signal travel through walls inside the building?
    • Can you daisy-chain the 0-10V wires from fixture to fixture and then to the Controller?
    • How do you know how many fixtures (how much LED load) to put on one Controller?
    • Can the power to a Controller use a shared neutral?
    • What if you don’t have a dedicated neutral to the load? What do I do to monitor load?
    • Where should the Gateway be located in the building?
    • What does the contractor need to do once they have received Lightcloud parts and are ready to instal
    • What are the most common mistakes made by electrical contractors when they install Lightcloud?
    • How many Zones and Scenes can the Lightcloud Dimmer control?
    • Lightcloud includes 10 years of Lightcloud Service. What happens after 10 years?
    • What are the Lightcloud Support hours?
    • Is Lightcloud compatible with existing third-party controls?
    • Where can I find pricing information?
    • What happens to Devices when they lose power?
    • For daylighting, Title 24 requires multiple daylighting zones. Can Lightcloud accommodate this?
    • What colors are the Controller and Touch available in?
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  1. Lightcloud Devices

Lightcloud Dimmer

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Last updated 6 years ago

Overview

The Lightcloud Dimmer is an in-wall switch that connects wirelessly to a Lightcloud Controller or other Lightcloud devices to provide switching, dimming and scene control.

Specifications

Dimensions

Weight: 0.2 lbs

Technical Specifications

Listings

UL Listing: Indoor use only. DLC Listed: This product is on the Design Lights Consortium (DLC) Qualified Products List and is eligible for rebates from DLC Member Utilities.

Electrical

Input Voltage: 120-277 VAC Frequencies: 50/60 Hz Current Draw: 14 mA @ 120VAC; 10 mA @ 277VAC

Construction

Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 40°C Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C Maximum Relative Humidity: 85% Wire Gauge: 18AWG grounding; terminals supporting up to 12AWG wire

Wireless Range

Line of Sight: 1,000 feet Obstructions: 100 feet

Other

Warranty: 10-year full hardware warranty with 100% repair/replacement coverage for all properly installed devices.

Buy American Act Compliance: RAB values USA manufacturing! Upon request, RAB may be able to manufacture this product to be compliant with the Buy American Act (BAA). Please contact customer service to request a quote for the product to be made BAA compliant.

Setup & Installation

Functionality

Device Overview

Device Button

  • Use a paperclip or similar tool to press

  • Single press: Indicate in Lightcloud application. Also activates Network and Signal Strength indicators.

  • Hold for 10 seconds: Force device to leave current Lightcloud network

Dim Level Indicator

  • Displays current dim level (Zone mode)

Nightlight

  • White: Lit when zone is off so you can find the dimmer

Signal Strength Indicator

  • Indicates strength of the connection to next Lightcloud Device

Network Indicator

  • Solid green: Connected to a Lightcloud network

  • Blinking red: Not connected to a Lightcloud network. The network and signal strength indicators are lit for 10 minutes following initial power on. To display the indicators later on, simply press the device button once.

Top and Bottom Buttons

  • White: Lit when zone is off so you can find the dimmer

Features

The Lightcloud Dimmer can be used in Switch Mode, Dimmer Mode or Scene Mode. To switch between these modes and access other configuration options, use the Lightcloud web application, or call RAB at 1-844-LIGHTCLOUD.

Switch Mode

In Switch Mode, the Dimmer is paired with a specific zone to provide switching.

Top and Bottom Buttons

• Single Press: Switch zone on/off

Dimmer Mode

Dimmer Mode is the same as Switch Mode but with dimming capabilities.

Top Button:

  • Single press while zone is off: switch zone on.

  • Single press while zone is on: dim up to max gradually, stopping at current position if bottom button is pressed.

  • Press and hold while zone is on: dim up gradually, release to set dim level.

Bottom Button:

  • Single press while zone is on: switch zone off.

  • Press and hold while zone is on: dim down gradually, release to set dim level.

Scene Mode

In Scene Mode, the top and bottom buttons activate preselected scenes. This can be configured using the Lightcloud web application or by calling RAB.

Spec Sheet
Manual (PDF)