Configure an 8-Channel Relay

Use the System Design and Connections views to configure an 8-Channel Relay module for Centralized Lighting devices.

Ensure that the 8-Channel Relay module (C4-DIN-8REL-E) is installed as directed in the Control4 8-Channel Relay Installation Guide on the Dealer Portal.

To add and configure an 8-Channel Relay module:

  1. To add the driver and identify the device see “How to add devices to a project.” Ensure that the 8-Channel Relay driver is added to the project tree (see the next step). Add as many 8-Channel Relay drivers as needed (eight relays per module).
  1. In the Items pane > My Drivers tab > Lighting > Panelized Lighting select the 8-Channel Relay to add the driver to the project tree.

    2. Notes: (1) Auto Discovery is available for this product, but we recommend that you add the drivers manually for best results. (2) It’s best to add all of the modules at the same time before making all of the connections.

  1. (Optional) Rename the module drivers to something meaningful in the room, for example, 8-Channel Relay 1 in the Mechanical Room.
  1. (Optional) To configure the relay’s properties, in the project tree select the 8-Channel Relay object and view the items in the Properties pane.

Relay Properties:

Module Information

  • Nominal Voltage (110V – 277V)—The voltage of the circuit to which the module will be connected. Measured voltage may differ slightly from nominal voltage depending on the electrical supply. This is used for maximum wattage calculations.
  • Measured Voltage—Not editable.
  • Frequency—Not editable.
  • Temperature—View the module’s temperature.
  • Overtemp Fault—View the module’s temperature fault, if displayed.
  • In Control4 Panel—Check if this module is installed in a 2-slot or 5-slot panel. Do not check if the module will be installed in a third-party DIN rail panel. This is used in maximum wattage calculations. Relays in third-party panels must be derated with lower wattage limits.
  • Auxiliary Override Switch Location—Indicates where the override switch should be installed and wired, e.g., the Master Bedroom Closet. Type the room’s name in the box.
  • Circuit 1, 2, 3, 4—The breaker size for each circuit. This can be set from 10A to 20A. Used for maximum wattage calculations.

Channel Information

  • Channel#—The channel number indicated on the module’s hardware.
  • Load Name— The name of the load that is connected to the indicated channel.

Network

  • Firmware Version—Indicates the firmware version for this driver.
  • Modules Config Page—Click to open the network configuration page for the module in your Internet browser.