Control/Dimming Architectural dimmer stations

[roaringmouse]

I'm looking to identify the brand/model of the architectural dimmers I've discovered in a new space i'm working in. Unfortunately, noone there knows how to program them, so I thought I'd throw it out here, either for just the identification of the manufacturer so I can go after them for a manual, or maybe programming instructions!

Please see attached pics!

Thanks for any help!


Brad

 

[tyler.martin]

I'm looking to identify the brand/model of the architectural dimmers I've discovered in a new space i'm working in. Unfortunately, noone there knows how to program them, so I thought I'd throw it out here, either for just the identification of the manufacturer so I can go after them for a manual, or maybe programming instructions!

Please see attached pics!

Thanks for any help!


Brad

Looks like Strand Outlook.

 

[derekleffew]

The other end will probably tell us more. Have you found the dimmer rack yet? Look in electrical/mechanical rooms, custodian's closets, and the like. A box possibly resembling this hung on the wall, might be blue, gray, black, or beige.

 

[roaringmouse]

Closest match so far. I will try use the key commands for the Outlook to see if it works.

Thanks all.

B.

 

[AudJ]

I have those architectural switches controlling a Strand vision.net system in my room. Could be that also.

 

[Call911]

Those are definitely Strand Vision.Net, or SVN. Look for an RS232 panel backstage or near the rack. That will allow you to plug into a computer with the appropriate software to configure them. Not an easy task, but not impossible. Might also hookup over IP directly at the rack, depending on the model/options.

 

[roaringmouse]

That's the one!

Thanks!


Brad

 

[mpeters]

Call911 is correct, what you have is Strand Vision Net. I have attached a link below to the Vision Net manual and the Vision Net Designer software. To program those stations you will need a Windows computer running Vision Net Designer with either a dedicated serial port or a usb to serial adapter. You will also need a serial cable which you will plug into the RS232 station. Once you have download and installed Vision Net designer, let me know and I can walk thru how to program your system. Thanks

Vision Net - Support Documents | Strand Lighting - A Philips Group Brand

 

[roaringmouse]

Thanks Matthew. Coincidentally, I was JUST at the Strand site getting all the info you suggest.

(Funny: all I wanted to do was modify two presets (mostly in terms of fade time). Fortunately nothing serious. )

Brad