Slowly fading lights with 2477D

[pjb01]

Hi,

 

I am trying to add a slow fade when switching on some exterior lights which are controlled via a 2477D (v6.1, Firmware 1044).

 

The only settings I can find are: On Level (Applied Locally) 100%, Ramp Rate (Applied Locally) 0.5s.

 

The program I am using is:

 

If

From Time A

To Time B

Then

Set Light Fade Up

Else

Set Light Fade Down

 

I've tried adjusting the On Level and Ramp Rate, but while these changes take effect when triggered by the switch, the ramp rate remains approx 1 sec when triggered by the program above.

 

How can I modify the program/settings to ensure a smooth fade over a user definable period (i.e. 30s?)

 

Thanks,

Peter

[LeeG]

The Fade Up and Fade Down are the equivalent of pressing and holding the On or Off paddle. The Ramp Rate for such an activity is preset by the device firmware and cannot be changed. Also note that Fade Up and Fade Down require a Fade Stop to complete the sequence. Otherwise the device firmware is left in a state equivalent to pressing and holding On or Off without every releasing the On or Off paddle.

 

Define an ISY Scene 'xxxxx' with the "Light" as a Responder. Set the Responder Ramp Rate to 30 seconds per your post. The Program issues a Set Scene 'xxxxx' On or Set Scene 'xxxxx' Off to have the Responder Ramp On or Off over a 30 second time period.