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1.4 System Description

.1 The Lighting Management System (LMS) includes computer-based software that provides control,
configuration, monitoring and reports. System includes the following components:

.1 Central System Controller

.2 System Server

.3 Zone Controller

.4 0-10V Dimming Ballasts, Fixed Output Ballasts, or 0-10V LED Drivers

.5 System Field Devices (Input and Output Modules)

.1 Module

.2 Sensor Module

.6 Lighting Control System Software

.7 Lighting Controllers

.8 Communication Wire

.9 Occupancy sensors

.10 Photo sensors

.11 Power packs

.12 Lighting Control Panelboards

.13 Interface to audio visual equipment

.14 Interface to BACnet

.15 Interface to incandescent lighting

.2 Building Automation System control:

.1 These field devices shall connect to the Lighting Control Panels or Zone Controllers and be
scheduled through the Building Automation System operator interface.

.2 The Lighting Management System shall reside on Building Automation System BACnet
controller network.

.3 The Lighting Management System shall seamlessly integrate with the Building Automation
System such that the operator experiences one unified system of controlling, monitoring,
scheduling, trending, alarming, etc.
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1.5 Submittals

.1 General: Provide submittals in accordance with conditions of the contract.

.2 Bill of Materials: Complete list of all parts needed to fully install selected System components.

.3 Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

.4 Shop and Wiring Drawings: Submit shop drawings detailing control system, as supplied, including one-
line diagrams, wire counts, coverage patterns, interconnection diagrams showing field-installed wiring and
physical dimensions of each item.

.5 Coordination Drawings: Submit evidence that lighting controls are compatible with connected monitoring
and control devices and systems specified in other Sections.

.1 Show interconnecting signal and control wiring and interfacing devices that prove compatibility
of inputs and outputs.

.2 For networked controls, list network protocols and provide statements from manufacturers that
input and output devices meet interoperability requirements of the network protocol.

.6 Software and Firmware Operational Documentation:

.1 Software operating and upgrade manuals.

.2 Program Software Backup: On compact disc or DVD, complete with data files.

.3 Printout of software application and graphic screens.

.7 Installation Instructions: Manufacturer’s installation instructions.

.8 Operation and Maintenance Data: For each type of product to include in emergency, operation, and
maintenance manuals.

.9 Warranty: Copy of applicable warranty.

.10 Additional information as required on a project specific basis.

1.6 Quality Assurance

.1 Installer Qualifications: Installer shall be one who is experienced in performing the work of this section,
and who has specialized in installation of work similar to that required for this project.

.2 Source Limitations: No sourcing limitations shall be imposed when selected from Acceptable
Manufacturers except where otherwise specified in this document.

.3 Manufacturer Requirements: The manufacturer shall have a minimum of 10 years experience

manufacturing networked lighting control systems and shall provide 24/7 telephone support by qualified
technicians.

.4 Contractor shall ensure that lighting system control devices and assemblies are fully compatible and can
be integrated into a system that operates as described in the lighting control notes on drawings and as
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described within this specification. Any incompatibilities between devices, assemblies, and system
controllers shall be resolved between the contractor and the system provider, as required to ensure
proper system operation and maintainability.

.5 Performance Requirements:

.1 Provide all System components that have been manufactured, assembled, and installed to
maintain performance criteria stated by manufacturer without defects, damage, or failure.

.6 Performance Testing Requirements

.1 Manufacturer shall 100% test all equipment prior to shipment. Sample testing is not acceptable.

.7 Code Requirements

.1 All System components shall be UL listed and CSA/cUL certified, where applicable.

.2 All System components shall be FCC/IC compliant, where applicable.

.3 All components shall be installed in compliance with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code.

.8 ISO Certification: System components shall be manufactured at ISO-9000 certified facilities.

1.7 Coordination

.1 Coordinate lighting control components to form an integrated interconnection of compatible components.

.1 Match components and interconnections for optimum performance of lighting control functions.

.2 Display graphics showing building areas controlled; include the status of lighting controls in each
area.

1.8 Project Conditions

.1 System Field Devices (Input and Output Modules) shall meet the following Environmental Conditions:

.1 Operating Temperature Range: -40 degrees C to +55 degrees C.

.2 Relative Humidity:

.1 0% to 100% RH condensing rated for damp locations.

.2 0% to 95% RH non-condensing rated for indoor locations.

1.9 Delivery, Storage, and Handling

.1 Ordering: Comply with manufacturer’s ordering instructions and lead-time requirements to avoid
construction delays.

.2 Delivery: Deliver materials in manufacturer’s original, unopened, undamaged packaging with intact
identification labels.
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.3 Storage and Protection: Store materials away from exposure to harmful weather conditions and at
temperature and humidity conditions recommended by manufacturer.

1.10 Warranty

.1 On-going system expansion, service and support shall be available from multiple factory certified vendors.
Recommended service agreements shall be submitted at the time of bid complete with manufacturers
suggested inventory and pricing for system parts and technical support labour.

.2 Special Warranty: Manufacturer’s standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace
components of lighting controls that fail in materials or workmanship or from transient voltage surges
within specified warranty period.

.1 Failures include, but are not limited to, the following:

.1 Failure of software input/output to execute switching or dimming commands.

.2 Failure of modular relays to operate under manual or software commands.

.3 Damage of electronic components due to transient voltage surges.

.3 Manufacturer’s Warranty: All equipment shall be warranted free of defects in materials and workmanship.

.1 Warranty Period: All System components shall have full warranty (non-prorated) for at least four
(4) years from date of purchase.

.2 Owner Rights: Manufacturer’s warranty is in addition to, not a limitation of, other rights the
Owner may have under contract documents, or warranties of third party component
manufacturers.

1.11 Qualifications

.1 Manufacturer specializing in network lighting controls, with minimum ten years documented experience.

.2 Submit a list of at least three projects of similar or greater size and scope.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 Acceptable Manufacturers

.1 The following manufacturers are provided for information purposes and are listed to indicate those
reviewed during the design process.

.2 The inclusion of a manufacturer in this list does not indicate the manufacturer meets all the requirements
in this specification. Likewise, the omission of a manufacturer is not indicative of any lack of qualification.

.3 Addressable Lighting Control System:

.1 Acuity Nlight

.2 Lutron.
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.3 Approved equals.

.4 The manufacturer shall submit a line-by-line compliance statement to verify compliance with this
specification.

2.2 System Performance Requirements

.1 General

.1 This specification is intended to fully describe all of the design, engineering, programming,
hardware, software, ancillary devices and associated technical services required to provide a
building-wide networked lighting control system. This system is specified to perform scheduled
and automated lighting control sequences.

.2 The lighting control “system” shall include a fully distributed WAN/LAN network of global
controller/routers, individually addressable System Field Devices, sensors, switches, relays and
other ancillary devices required for a complete and operable system. The system WAN/LAN
shall be commissioned by manufacturer certified contractors.

.3 The basis of system design shall utilize non-propriety industry standard 0-10V dimming or fixed
output ballasts and/or 0-10V LED drivers, occupancy sensors, daylight sensors, etc.

.4 On-going system expansion, service and support shall be available from multiple factory
certified vendors. Recommended service agreements may be submitted at the time of bid
complete with manufacturers suggested inventory and pricing for system parts and technical
support labour.

.2 Lighting Control Software:

.1 General

.1 The System shall offer two separate levels of lighting control: (1) personal lighting control
for the average building occupant to control and adjust basic lighting functions in their
workspace, and (2) central lighting control for the facility lighting administrator to perform
energy management, configuration maintenance, monitoring operations, and providing
support to building occupants.

.2 Native central control software shall be utilized for energy reporting status and complete
programming without the need for any third party hardware or software. Systems that
require any third party linked software or graphics shall be unacceptable.

.3 Software shall provide information on general system settings via mouse click on a floor
plan. Left clicking over a device on the graphical software interface shall show a
description of the selected device/function attribute.

.2 Central Lighting Control:

.1 Shall provide an Interactive, Web-based graphical user interface (GUI) showing floor
plans and lighting layouts that are native to the lighting control software. The only means
required to program and operate the lighting control system shall be programmed and
operated from a user interface that is based on a plan view graphical screen on the
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user’s computer or the lighting control system main computer. Shall include the
navigational features listed below to allow for user’s orientation within the controlled
space, geographic heading and/or landmarks:

.1 Interactive;

.2 Vector based;

.3 Zoom;

.4 Rotate;

.5 Pan;

.6 Tilt.

.2 Shall allow building operator to navigate through an entire facility both in 2- dimensional
and 3-dimensional multi-floor view, allowing for fast and easy navigation.

.3 3-dimensional view shall exclude walls and other structural features to avoid shadowing
and cluttering of the plan view.

.4 All programming, assignments of lighting loads to control strategies, lighting status and
lighting energy reporting shall be native to the software and executed from this GUI.
Editing shall be available from this GUI in a drag and drop format or from drop down
menus without the need for any third party software. Systems that utilize or require third
party linked graphics are unacceptable. The GUI shall continuously indicate the status of
each connected device on the system and a warning indicator on the software if a device
goes offline. Systems requiring spreadsheet editing for programming and that don’t offer
real time feedback are not acceptable.

.5 Software settings and properties shall be selectable per individual device, room based,
floor based or global building based.

.6 Lighting Control Software interface shall provide current status and enable configuration
of all System zones including selected individual fixture availability, current light level,
maximum light level, on/off status, occupancy status, and emergency mode (response to
an emergency signal) status.

.7 Shall have the ability to display various lighting system parameters such as Lighting
status (ON/OFF); Lighting levels, Load shedding status, or Lighting energy consumption,
Occupancy status in a colorized gradient (“weather” map) type of graphical
representation.

.8 Energy Analysis data shall be exportable in a CSV or similar format.

.9 Shall allow import of native AutoCAD files.

.3 Reports: Reporting feature shall be native to the lighting control software and capable of
reporting the following parameters for each device and zone individually without requiring any
third party hardware and software:
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.1 Energy consumption broken down by energy management strategy.

.2 Energy demand broken down by energy management strategy.

.3 Occupancy data by zone.

.4 Building wide occupancy status

.5 Lighting energy consumption in a color gradient (“weather map” type) view

.6 Energy performance reports shall be printable in a printer friendly format and

downloadable for use in spreadsheet applications, etc.

.4 Daylight Harvesting (Light Regulation Averaging): In a photo sensor-equipped system, the

Central Controller Unit shall rationalize changes to light levels when ambient (natural) light is
available and shall maintain a steady light level when subjected to fluctuating ambient conditions
where dimming ballasts and/or drivers exist. Areas equipped with fixed output ballasts and/or
drivers shall energize when natural light falls below foot-candle levels specified. System shall
utilize light level inputs from common and/or remote sensor locations to minimize the number of
photo sensors required. The System shall operate with multiple users in harmony and not react
adversely to manual override inputs.

.3 Time Clock Scheduling: The System shall be programmable for scheduling lights on or off via the Lighting
Control Software interface.

.1 Support for BACnet Time Schedule Object: This allows the import of Lighting Control time
schedules from BACnet devices, and vice versa to suit Lighting Control System’s integration
with BACnet.

.2 Override: Manual adjustments via lighting controllers or personal control software shall
temporarily override off status imposed by time clock schedule.

.3 Response to Power Failure: In the event of a power failure, the time clock shall execute
schedules that would still be in progress had they begun during the power outage.

.4 Flick Warning: Prior to a scheduled lights-off event or expiry of a temporary override, the System
shall provide two short light level drops as a warning to the affected occupants. Flick warning
time shall have the ability to be programmed via software between 1 and 5 minutes.

.4 Load Shed Mode: An automatic load shedding mode shall be available where, when activated through the
System, the control unit will reduce its output to a programmable maximum electrical demand load. The
System shall not shed more load than required and load shedding priority shall be centrally configurable
by control zone or by common uses (i.e., all hallways can be treated as one load shed group), with
subsequent load shed priority groupings being utilized until the required defined load has been shed, for
either a defined period, or until the demand response input has been removed. Systems that simply select
a “load shed scene” whereby there is no guarantee that the defined required load will actually be shed are
not acceptable unless the contractor provides (where allowed) and installs additional on-site peak power
generation capacity via generators that are capable of carrying at least 20% of the connected load (but in
no case less than a 25 kW rating).
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.5 Emergency Mode: There shall be a mode, when activated through the System, that will immediately
adjust lights to full light output and retain that level until the mode is deactivated. This setting shall
override all other inputs. The System shall interface with the building emergency monitoring system at a
convenient point and not require multiple connections.

.6 Addressing: All ballasts and/or drivers shall be centrally addressable, on a per fixture or multiple
fixtures/zone basis, through the Central Control Software. The basis of design shall utilize industry
standard 0-10V Dimming Ballasts, Fixed Output Ballasts, and/or 0-10V LED Drivers connected to an
Output Module. To simplify ongoing maintenance, the System shall not require manual recording of
addresses for the purpose of commissioning or reconfiguration.

.7 Programmable Task Tuning: Maximum light level programmability shall be available by individual fixture.

.8 Unoccupied State: The System shall provide two states when occupancy status is vacant as per an
occupancy sensor: lights turn off or lights adjust to configurable (dimmed) light level.

.9 Occupied State: The System shall be capable of creating “comfort” or “support” zones to ensure that
occupants are not isolated by turning off lights in adjacent areas for occupant comfort and safety, such as
a hallway path to exit the premises.

.10 LAN Operations: System shall operate independently of building’s existing network infrastructure and
shall not rely on tenant supplied PCs for operation. Network infrastructure shall only be utilized for
Personal Control Software.

.11 Firewall Security: System firewall technology shall maintain network security.

.12 Lamp Burn In: The System shall have software capability of not permitting dimming of new lamps prior to
completion of manufacturer recommended accumulated operation at full brightness.

.13 Re-configurability: the assignment of individual fixtures to zones shall be centrally configurable by Energy
control software such that physical rewiring will not be necessary when workspace reconfiguration is
performed. Removal of covers, faceplates, ceiling tiles, etc. shall not be required.

.14 Automatic Control Parameters: Occupancy sensor time delays shall configurable through software. Light
level sensor parameters shall be configurable through software.

.15 Automatic Time Adjustment: System shall automatically adjust for leap year and daylight savings time and
shall provide weekly routine and annual holiday scheduling.

.16 Contact closure input: System shall be capable of receiving a momentary and sustained contact closure
input from third party sources to control lighting zones.

.17 Building Automation System (BAS) Interface:

.1 The light management system shall be capable of interfacing digitally with a building automation
system via BACnet/IP interface.

.2 The lighting control system shall be capable of communicating the status of output devices
(lighting loads) as well as input devices (dry contacts, switches, occupancy sensors, vacancy
sensors, and photocells) over this connection allowing the building automation system to utilize
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lighting control system input devices such as occupancy sensors to determine if mechanical
control zones are occupied for climate adjustments.

.3 The following BACnet properties shall be accessible by the BAS:

Property BACnet Type Description

Light Zone State Binary Value State of the defined lighting zone – on or off
(read/write)

Light Zone Analog Value Light output level of the defined lighting zone,
Dimming (read/write) from 100% (maximum light output) to 0%
(minimum light output)

Fire Alarm State Binary Input State of the fire alarm system-alarm activated
or alarm not activated

Occupancy State Binary Output State of the defined occupancy sensor –

occupancy detected or not detected

Sheddable Load Analog Output Reports the total lighting load available for load
reduction according to LMS, defined in Watts

Shed Status Analog Output Reports the total current load reduction
achieved according to LMS defined
prioritization, defined in Watts

Shed Request Analog Input Requested total amount of load reduction,

defined in Watts or as a percentage of
sheddable load

Sheddable Load Analog Output (As above, unprioritized for the selected group)
(Group)

Shed Status Analog Output (As above, unprioritized for the selected group)
(Group)

Shed Request Analog Input (As above, unprioritized for the selected group)
(Group)

.4 The above list is considered a minimum requirement to be available. Coordinate with the BAS
Contractor for the exact properties to be utilized.

.18 The system software shall have the capability of providing a web based energy dashboard to show real
time energy savings data and carbon footprint reductions.
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2.3 Migration Plan to Control LED Fixtures:

.1 System shall be capable of migrating from the control of 0-10V LED Drivers utilizing the same Output
Modules without the need to change control hardware.

2.4 Lighting Controllers

.1 Description: The system shall include separate lighting controllers for each of the listed functionalities and
at minimum meet listed electromagnetic, mechanical, electrical and data specifications:

.1 Software configurable lighting controller that provides on/off switching and dimming control for
up to three lighting zones/scenes per controller or more with allowable multi-gang
configurations. Status is indicated by an LED display to indicate function, scene or zone.
Allows manual override of the time schedule.

.2 Manual dimming and/or switching lighting controller that provides local on/off and dimming
control over at least three lighting zones. Allows manual dimming of light levels and override of
the time schedule.

.3 Scenes in the central control software shall be synchronized with the buttons on the lighting
controller.

.4 Lighting controllers shall fit in a standard Decorator style wall plate and may be ganged together
as required.

.2 General

.1 Addressing: All controllers shall be individually addressable & reconfigurable via Central Control
Software.

.2 Shall provide local on/off or dimming control over lighting zones

.3 Shall utilizing a standard single-gang or multi-gang form factor

.4 Shall have a terminal block that connects to lighting system with 18 AWG, polarity independent,
CMP rated and low voltage wire

.5 Shall be manufactured with push-in wire receptacles

.6 LED’s: All controllers shall feature LED’s to indicate light on and light off status, as required.

.7 Color: All controllers shall meet NEMA WD1 color specifications.

.8 Style: All controllers shall feature Decorator styling wall plates.

.9 Lighting scenes reconfigure automatically based on scene changes from personal control
software.

.10 System field devices shall also be available for damp location applications.

.11 Shall comply or exceed the following electromagnetic requirements:

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.1 EN 61000-4-2

.2 EN 61000-4-4

.3 EN 61000-4-5

.4 FCC Part 15/ICES-003

.3 Mechanical Specifications:

.1 Dimensions: Shall meet NEMA WD-6 spec.

.2 Maximum Operating Ambient Temperature: 60 degrees C.

.3 Mounts in standard size wall box suitable for multi gang installation or alternative of Low Voltage
mounting bracket.

.4 Suitable for use with Decorator style wall plates.

.4 Electrical Specifications:

.1 Class 2 Low Voltage device.

.2 Power through interconnected 18 AWG cable with 2-pin header

.5 Data Specifications:

.1 Class 2 communication bus that uses prefabricated 18 AWG cable.

2.5 System Field Devices (Input and Output Modules)

.1 General: Input Modules provide a common interface to low voltage occupancy sensors and photo sensors
while Output Modules provide a common interface to 0-10V Dimming, Fixed Output Ballasts and/or 0-10V
LED Drivers and analog dimming devices such as incandescent low-voltage dimming modules. These
modules automatically self address and detect the type of devices they are connected to (i.e., photo
sensor, occupancy sensor, 0-10V ballast, 0-10V LED drivers or incandescent dimming module) and
establish two-way communication between the system Control Unit (CU) and themselves. These
individually addressable modules enable each lighting component to be independently controlled and
configured to best meet the needs of the facility.

.1 Addressing: System Field Devices shall be individually addressable via Central Control
Software.

.2 System shall automatically address individual nodes during system commissioning thus
eliminating the need to pre-address devices or record serial numbers during installation.

.3 Modules shall at minimum meet the listed general, mechanical and environmental specifications
set at below.

.2 Air Gap Off

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.1 Definition: Air Gap Off shall refer to the physical disconnection of AC power to the ballast or
driver when “OFF” is selected either automatically or manually, thus ensuring maximum energy
savings by eliminating off-state phantom power losses as well as ensuring that no potentially
lethal high-voltage is present at the ballast or driver when the lights appear to be off (for life-
safety reasons).

.2 Provisions: Provide an air-gap off relay for each control zone in the system. Where each fixture
is to be controlled (dimmed and/or switched) independently, provide one relay per fixture. Where
multiple fixtures are to be controlled (dimmed and/or switched), provide one relay per control
zone, sized to handle both the inrush current as well as the maximum connected load, at the
specified voltage.

.3 Alternatively, for fixtures mounted at ceiling heights of 10’ or less, contractor may supply a label
on each fixture that is visible from 5’ AFF that states “WARNING: Potentially lethal
voltage/currents may be present when lights are turned OFF”. Provide a sample of label as part
of submittal process. For fixtures mounted above 10’, this provision is not an option.

.3 General Specifications:

.1 Shall supply 12VDC (up to 24VDC) to sensors.

.2 Shall have 2 ports that accept 18 AWG, pre-fabricated, polarity independent quick connecting
Class 2 communication bus that supplies 24 VDC.

.3 Two models one rated for regular indoor use and other for use in damp locations such as
basements, cold storage warehouse, roofed open parking garages, etc. shall be available.

.4 Memory: Retains all system settings in non-volatile memory.

.5 Output modules listed to ULC 924 for 120 V and 347 V luminaires.

.4 Mechanical Specifications:

.1 Wiring: The System Field Device shall not require wiring connections to the System apart from
pre-terminated, quick connecting 18 AWG, polarity independent quick connecting Class 2
communication bus.

.5 Environmental Specifications:

.1 Operating Temperature Range: -40 degrees C to +55 degrees C.

.2 Humidity:

.1 0% to 100% RH condensing rated for damp locations.

.2 0% to 95% RH non-condensing rated for indoor locations.

2.6 Central Control Unit

.1 General: The system Control Unit (CU) is a rack or wall mounted lighting control device that collects,
processes and distributes lighting control information to System Field Devices and lighting controllers over