Douglas Lighting Controls, a member of the Panasonic family of companies, has introduced the Dialog Room Controller 2 for light and receptacle control of offices, classrooms, and other defined spaces. The stand-alone system is factory configured with wall station switches, occupancy and daylight sensors that connect to the controller through a low-voltage power and data network.
The Dialog Room Controller 2 is modeled after the Dialog Room Controller, which has four circuits, four dimming channels and an optional two circuit UL 924 expansion pack. Douglas’ newest version offers a model that features Plug ‘N Control functionality for up to two separate 20A loads and two independent 0-10V dimming channels.
To ensure code compliance (ASHRAE, CEC Title 24) and to help with product selection, the Dialog Room Controller 2 is offered in kitted systems that arrive on site packaged and labelled for specific rooms. All peripherals (occupancy sensors, daylight sensors, and switches) use a two-wire 18AWG power and data bus.
This room controller can be integrated with the Dialog centralized controller for facility-wide control. It allows for room-by-room commissioning before centralized network connections are completed.
The design minimizes wiring complications by mounting the controller directly to a junction box using the incorporated ½-inch chase nipple. Color-coded labels correspond with wires and connection details inside the wiring compartment identify proper connections. To make the addition of lighting controls simple, it is 120/277/347VAC configured, UL and CSA certified, and plenum rated in the U.S. and Canada.