5 Expansion Box and Virtual
Expansion Box Installation
Topics Covered in this Chapter
▪ Preparing the Enclosures for Installation
▪ Mounting the Enclosures
▪ Installing the Plug-In Modules
▪ Installing the Plug-In Relays
▪ Installing the EDGE Variable Output
▪ Installing the EDGE 4IN-2V-8DO Before Wiring
▪ DC Network and Power Supply Redundancy
▪ Connecting a Module to the Communication Network
▪ Connecting an Analog Input
▪ Connecting a Variable 0-10 VDC Output
▪ Grounding
▪ Connecting the Power Supply
▪ Connecting Relay Outputs
▪ Connecting an EDGE Variable Output module (SSR)
▪ Connecting an AC Power Source for Light Dimmer Output
▪ Connecting Light Dimmer Output
▪ Lamp Fixture Grounding
▪ Connecting Discrete Outputs
▪ Connecting the Current Sensors of Discrete Outputs
Preparing the Enclosures for Installation
Preparing the equipment before mounting it to the wall facilitates manipulation and ensures all parts are
ready to be installed.
Before You Begin
The following figures illustrate how to install the wires in the plastic enclosure. Wires are separated into
two groups: low voltage and high voltage.
NOTE: The use of rigid conduits up to 2 inches (50.8 mm) is allowed for the EDGE 3-Slot Expansion Box
and the EDGE 6-Slot Expansion Box.
890–00687 EDGE 2
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