The Athena Edge processor provides control and communication to Athena system components. The Ethernet links allow communication to the Athena designer software, integration with third-party systems, and communication between multiple processors. Athena Edge processors may be connected using either an Ethernet hub/switch or router, or by using Ethernet directly from a PC to the processor(s). All processors on a project must be connected to a single network. The Athena designer software and all integration equipment must be connected to the same network as the processors. The processor is powered from the QSPS-DH-1-75 power supply. Refer to the Athena designer software to determine link power requirements.
Features
Designed to control, manage, and monitor Lutron Energi Savr Node units, QS and Pico wallstations, Sivoia and contract roller QS shades, and QS drapery systems.
Athena Edge processors can be installed in the following panels:
– PD4-42T-DV, PD8-65T-DV Configurable Athena DIN panels for North America
– ALBP, ALP, ALRP Configurable Athena DIN panels for 220-240 V~ regions
– Third-party DIN enclosures
The Athena system brings switching, dimming, motorized window shades, digital ballasts, digital LED drivers, and smart sensors together under one software tool.
Can be connected to the same network as other Athena Edge processors or QP5 or QP6 Athena Light Management Hubs (requires switch by others).
Athena system cost-effectively scales from a single floor, to multiple floors, to the whole building.
Compatible with Athena Clear Connect Gateway – Type X, which also requires a Q-POE-PNL or separate IEEE 802.3af-2003 or 802.3at-2009 compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) supply (not by Lutron) powered with a normal feed.1
Ships with mounting bracket for ease of installation into existing Lutron Athena panels.
Supports both astronomic and time-of-day events to automatically control the lights and shades /draperies in the system.
Regulatory Approvals
Power
? Processor: 24–36 V- 250 mA
? Links: 24–36 V- 1 A per link
Environment
? Operating temperatures 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C)
? Relative humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing ? For indoor use only
Typical Power Consumption
? 4.2 W; 8 Power Draw Units (PDUs) Test conditions: Two Ethernet links connected, both device links in use ESD
Protection
? Tested to withstand electrostatic discharge without damage or memory loss, in accordance with IEC 61000-4-2
Surge Protection
? Tested to withstand surge voltages without damage or loss of operation, in accordance with IEEE C62.41-1991 Recommended Practice for Surge Voltages in Low-Voltage AC Power Circuits
Power Failure
? 10-year power failure memory: Should the power be interrupted, the processor will return to its previous state prior to the interruption when power is restored
Mounting
? Mounts into the following enclosures: – PD4-42T-DV, PD8-65T-DV Configurable Athena DIN panels for North America (using supplied mounting bracket and 2 supplied screws) – ALBP, ALP, ALRP Configurable Athena DIN panels for 220–240 V~ regions (using supplied mounting bracket and 2 supplied screws) – Third-party DIN enclosures
Low-Voltage Link Wire Type
? Two pairs — one pair 18 AWG (1.0 mm2 ), one pair 22 AWG to 18 AWG (0.5 mm2 to 1.0 mm2 ) twisted screened — IEC PELV/NEC? Class 2 cable
Internet Connection
? Providing the Athena hub with an internet connection is highly recommended. This connection is outbound from the Athena processor to the cloud (see the Athena IT Guide at www.lutron.com/AthenaITGuide for details). Having this connection provides for automated firmware updates, control of the Athena system via the Lutron App, as well as remote access, diagnostics, and service (some features may only be available after system startup)