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Hints and tips

for installing

HF electronic lighting
H I N T S A N D T I P S F O R I N S TA L L I N G
H F E L E C T RO N I C L I G H T I N G

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 • CONTENTS 1 I N T RO D U C T I O N

INTRODUCTION
1
On account of their great advantages compared to conventional gear,
HINTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION page high-frequency (HF) electronic ballasts have gained great popularity in
OF LUMINAIRES WITH HF CONTROL GEAR
2 many applications over the last decade.The use of electronics
2.1 Earthing 7 provides more comfort and flexibility, whilst the light can be easily
2.2 Ignition aid 7 regulated to one’s own requirements.Another highly relevant benefit
2.1 What is an ignition aid? 7 of HF lighting is the fact that considerable cost reductions can be
2.2 When and how to use an ignition aid 7 obtained thanks to the energy-saving qualities of HF electronics.
2.3 What to do if the use of an ignition aid is not possible 7 Besides, the compact electronic components of these days allow for a
2.3 Voltage rating of components and wiring 8 new innovative design of luminaires.A typical example of this is the
2.4 Hints for wiring 8 TL5 system.
4.1 General wiring 8
42 Control and lamp wiring (regulating ballasts) 9 The built-in quality of Philips lighting components
4.3 Special wiring 9
4.4 Changing from conventional to HF gear 9 In many laboratories all over the world, lighting engineers are working
4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts 9 hard on constant improvement of Philips products, including ballasts,
4.6 Wiring diagrams 10 for the provision of reliable and first-rate lighting installations.
2.5 Ambient temperatures and lifetime of the ballast 15 Obviously, great emphasis is thereby laid on quality in terms of
performance, lifetime and similar aspects.
HINTS FOR THE INSTALLATION Philips HF electronic ballasts are manufactured in ISO 9001-certified
OF HF LUMINAIRES
3 factories.All ballasts fulfil the relevant international norms, ensuring
3.1 Master-slave applications 17 optimum performance and safety for those who are going to work
3.2 Earth leakage circuit breakers 17 with and in the new lighting installation.
3.3 Inrush currents 17 But in the Philips vision that is not enough.Also easy installation and
3.4 Testing the installation 19 operation are critically taken into account during the product
3.5 Ambient luminaire temperatures and optimum creation process.And the opinion of the end-user is highly valued in
ballast lifetime 20 this process.
3.6 Trouble-shooting 20 On top of that, Philips also take full responsibility for the care of the
environment and are therefore ISO 14001-certified.This implies that
THE LIGHTING INSTALLATION AND the use of Philips HF electronic ballasts ensures the fulfilment of the
4 environmental management system, as certified by the official
THE ENVIRONMENT
4.1 Electromagnetic compatibility 23 approval of the Dutch test authority KEMA.
1.1 RFI (radio frequency interference) 23
1.2 Immunity 24 This guide
4.2 Humidity 24
4.3 Interference with infra-red remote control equipment 24 In this guide useful hints and tips can be found on how to apply HF
4.4 Interference with translation/congress systems 24 electronic ballasts in a lighting installation. Subjects that will be dealt
4.5 Norms and approvals 24 with include: the proper construction of luminaires designed to be
equipped with HF control gear, as well as how to install and operate
OTHER ASPECTS such luminaires.Also aspects like testing, trouble-shooting and
5 maintenance will be covered.
5.1 Emergency lighting 27 The interaction between HF lighting installations and the environment
5.2 HF ballasts and dimming 27 will receive special attention too.
Finally, a few words will be spent on dimming and emergency lighting,
MORE INFORMATION OR SUPPORT NEEDED? and the guide concludes with a list of literature for further reading.
6 And remember:

Obtaining an outstanding lighting installation is not simply a

matter of choosing the best possible components: their
proper installation and operation in the system is equally
important.

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 • CONTENTS 1 I N T RO D U C T I O N

INTRODUCTION
1
On account of their great advantages compared to conventional gear,
HINTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION page high-frequency (HF) electronic ballasts have gained great popularity in
OF LUMINAIRES WITH HF CONTROL GEAR
2 many applications over the last decade.The use of electronics
2.1 Earthing 7 provides more comfort and flexibility, whilst the light can be easily
2.2 Ignition aid 7 regulated to one’s own requirements.Another highly relevant benefit
2.1 What is an ignition aid? 7 of HF lighting is the fact that considerable cost reductions can be
2.2 When and how to use an ignition aid 7 obtained thanks to the energy-saving qualities of HF electronics.
2.3 What to do if the use of an ignition aid is not possible 7 Besides, the compact electronic components of these days allow for a
2.3 Voltage rating of components and wiring 8 new innovative design of luminaires.A typical example of this is the
2.4 Hints for wiring 8 TL5 system.
4.1 General wiring 8
42 Control and lamp wiring (regulating ballasts) 9 The built-in quality of Philips lighting components
4.3 Special wiring 9
4.4 Changing from conventional to HF gear 9 In many laboratories all over the world, lighting engineers are working
4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts 9 hard on constant improvement of Philips products, including ballasts,
4.6 Wiring diagrams 10 for the provision of reliable and first-rate lighting installations.
2.5 Ambient temperatures and lifetime of the ballast 15 Obviously, great emphasis is thereby laid on quality in terms of
performance, lifetime and similar aspects.
HINTS FOR THE INSTALLATION Philips HF electronic ballasts are manufactured in ISO 9001-certified
OF HF LUMINAIRES
3 factories.All ballasts fulfil the relevant international norms, ensuring
3.1 Master-slave applications 17 optimum performance and safety for those who are going to work
3.2 Earth leakage circuit breakers 17 with and in the new lighting installation.
3.3 Inrush currents 17 But in the Philips vision that is not enough.Also easy installation and
3.4 Testing the installation 19 operation are critically taken into account during the product
3.5 Ambient luminaire temperatures and optimum creation process.And the opinion of the end-user is highly valued in
ballast lifetime 20 this process.
3.6 Trouble-shooting 20 On top of that, Philips also take full responsibility for the care of the
environment and are therefore ISO 14001-certified.This implies that
THE LIGHTING INSTALLATION AND the use of Philips HF electronic ballasts ensures the fulfilment of the
4 environmental management system, as certified by the official
THE ENVIRONMENT
4.1 Electromagnetic compatibility 23 approval of the Dutch test authority KEMA.
1.1 RFI (radio frequency interference) 23
1.2 Immunity 24 This guide
4.2 Humidity 24
4.3 Interference with infra-red remote control equipment 24 In this guide useful hints and tips can be found on how to apply HF
4.4 Interference with translation/congress systems 24 electronic ballasts in a lighting installation. Subjects that will be dealt
4.5 Norms and approvals 24 with include: the proper construction of luminaires designed to be
equipped with HF control gear, as well as how to install and operate
OTHER ASPECTS such luminaires.Also aspects like testing, trouble-shooting and
5 maintenance will be covered.
5.1 Emergency lighting 27 The interaction between HF lighting installations and the environment
5.2 HF ballasts and dimming 27 will receive special attention too.
Finally, a few words will be spent on dimming and emergency lighting,
MORE INFORMATION OR SUPPORT NEEDED? and the guide concludes with a list of literature for further reading.
6 And remember:

Obtaining an outstanding lighting installation is not simply a

matter of choosing the best possible components: their
proper installation and operation in the system is equally
important.

4 5
1 Introduction 2 H I N T S F O R T H E C O N S T RU C T I O N
OF LUMINAIRES WITH
H F C O N T RO L G E A R
EARTHING
2 1
Unless specially mentioned, it is assumed that the HF ballasts are
mounted in a Class I luminaire (provided with an earthing point), and
that they are electrically very well connected to some metal part of
the luminaire.
For ballasts housed in a metal case this is normally obtained by means
of the fixing screws with which the ballast is mounted to the earthed
mounting plate.Tooth-lock washers should be used to ensure a
proper earth contact right through the paint or lacquer covering the
luminaire. Fixing screws for mounting the ballast should be 4 mm dia.
Ballasts in a plastic housing must be earthed via the connector.

IGNITION AID
2 2
Generally speaking, fluorescent lamps at all temperatures require an
ignition aid for proper ignition.This is stated in IEC 60081 - Annex A.
If a certain type of lamp does not need an ignition aid, this must be
specifically mentioned in the relevant lamp documentation provided
by the lamp manufacturer, for example, PL-T lamps.

2 1 What is an ignition aid?

An ignition aid, sometimes also called ‘starting aid’, is a metal plate
with a length extending at least over the lamp length and a width of at
least 1.5 times the lamp diameter. It should be connected to earth (or
to an earth contact on the ballast).
Typically, the distance between the ignition aid and the surface of the
lamp should be:
20 mm for ‘TL’D lamps,
6 mm for TL5 lamps,
12 mm for PLL lamps.

Note:
Under no circumstance should there be any conducting (metal) plate
between the ignition aid and the lamp, unless it is electrically connected to
the earth point of the luminaire (or an earth contact on the ballast).
This also applies, for instance, for an aluminium reflector.
The ignition aid must directly face the lamp.

2 2 When and how to use an ignition aid

• For Class I (i.e. mains earthed) metal luminaires a separate ignition
aid will in general not be required, as the luminaire itself will fulfil
this function.
• For Class I plastic luminaires, a separate ignition aid has to be
mounted and connected to earth.
• In the case of Class II luminaires (no provision for protective
earthing), the ignition aid must be connected to the earth connector
of the ballast.

What to do if the use of an ignition aid is not

2 3 possible?
The proper ignition of the lamps will depend on the type of ballast,

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1 Introduction 2 H I N T S F O R T H E C O N S T RU C T I O N
OF LUMINAIRES WITH
H F C O N T RO L G E A R
EARTHING
2 1
Unless specially mentioned, it is assumed that the HF ballasts are
mounted in a Class I luminaire (provided with an earthing point), and
that they are electrically very well connected to some metal part of
the luminaire.
For ballasts housed in a metal case this is normally obtained by means
of the fixing screws with which the ballast is mounted to the earthed
mounting plate.Tooth-lock washers should be used to ensure a
proper earth contact right through the paint or lacquer covering the
luminaire. Fixing screws for mounting the ballast should be 4 mm dia.
Ballasts in a plastic housing must be earthed via the connector.

IGNITION AID
2 2
Generally speaking, fluorescent lamps at all temperatures require an
ignition aid for proper ignition.This is stated in IEC 60081 - Annex A.
If a certain type of lamp does not need an ignition aid, this must be
specifically mentioned in the relevant lamp documentation provided
by the lamp manufacturer, for example, PL-T lamps.

2 1 What is an ignition aid?

An ignition aid, sometimes also called ‘starting aid’, is a metal plate
with a length extending at least over the lamp length and a width of at
least 1.5 times the lamp diameter. It should be connected to earth (or
to an earth contact on the ballast).
Typically, the distance between the ignition aid and the surface of the
lamp should be:
20 mm for ‘TL’D lamps,
6 mm for TL5 lamps,
12 mm for PLL lamps.

Note:
Under no circumstance should there be any conducting (metal) plate
between the ignition aid and the lamp, unless it is electrically connected to
the earth point of the luminaire (or an earth contact on the ballast).
This also applies, for instance, for an aluminium reflector.
The ignition aid must directly face the lamp.

2 2 When and how to use an ignition aid

• For Class I (i.e. mains earthed) metal luminaires a separate ignition
aid will in general not be required, as the luminaire itself will fulfil
this function.
• For Class I plastic luminaires, a separate ignition aid has to be
mounted and connected to earth.
• In the case of Class II luminaires (no provision for protective
earthing), the ignition aid must be connected to the earth connector
of the ballast.

What to do if the use of an ignition aid is not

2 3 possible?
The proper ignition of the lamps will depend on the type of ballast,

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 2 2.3 What to do if the use of an ignition aid is not possible
the position of the ballast and the wiring between the ballast and the
lamp(s).
For this reason, luminaires without ignition aid can only be released
after testing.
VOLTAGE RATING OF
COMPONENTS AND WIRING 2 3
In general, 250V-rated electrical components and 300V-rated wiring
(as H05 classification) can be used in luminaires.
Exceptions to this rule are the dimming systems for PLT and TL5.
Here, 500V-rated lampholders and 450V-rated lamp wiring (like H07)
have to be used, on account of the high lamp voltages (up to
430Vrms).
Normal ‘H07’ wiring has a minimum conductor cross-section of
1.5 mm2.
The HF-REGULATOR ballast is suitable for such a conductor
thickness, but most TL5/PLT lampholders can only cope with a
maximum wire cross-section of 1.0 mm2. In that situation, ask your
local cable supplier for 450V-rated wiring with a conductor thickness
of 0.5-1.0 mm2.
Note: High lamp voltages may arise when fluorescent lamps are dimmed. If
this happens, it has always to do with the chosen lamp concept and is not
dependent on ballast technology.
HINTS FOR WIRING
2 4
4 1 General wiring
It is important to heed the following indications if optimum system
performance and minimum radio frequency interference are to be
obtained:
• Keep mains (and control) wiring away from lamp wiring and lamps
(minimum distance 2 cm) (see Fig.1).
• If complete separation is not possible, screen the mains (and
control) wiring by an earthed metal sheath or plate.
• Keep mains (and control) wires as short as possible.
• As a general rule, the length of the wires should be in accordance
with the advised figure for the relevant ballast type.
• Avoid loops in all wiring.
• Take care of firm electrical contact between all metal parts and the
ballast housing.
_
+ L HF ballast
N
>2cm >2cm
Fig. 1. Mains and control wiring at minimum
distance of 2 cm from lamp and
La
lamp wiring.
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2 4.1 General wiring
4 2 Control and lamp wiring (regulating ballasts)
In the case of control wiring, the following points should be regarded:
• The wiring to the control input must be dealt with like mains wiring.
• Do not short-circuit the lamp wires for more than five minutes.
Otherwise, the ballasts may be damaged.
4 3 Special wiring
In the case of throughput wiring:
• Take extra care that throughput wiring in a luminaire is completely
separated from the lamp wiring in order to avoid deterioration of
the EMC behaviour of the luminaire.
4 4 Changing from conventional to HF gear
HF electronic ballasts consist of one single unit, replacing various
components in conventional electromagnetic systems, such as a radio-
interference capacitor, a starter and an electromagnetic ballast.
When changing from a conventional ballast system to an electronic
one, but also when swopping from one electronic ballast to another, it
is advised to check:
1.The quality of wires and lampholders (ageing). If these components
are not in optimum condition, replace all existing wiring before
installing a new electronic ballast.Also all the redundant
components of the previous electromagnetic system should be
removed.
2. Follow the hints as given in section 2.4.1: General wiring.
4 5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four
HF-P ballasts
When three or four HF-PREFORMER (HF-P) ballasts are used in a
Class I luminaire, the maximum earth leakage current may surpass the
maximum allowed 1.0 mA (according IEC 598).
Reverse-connecting the mains and neutral on one or two of the
ballasts in the luminaire will cause the maximum earth leakage
current to fall below the required 1.0 mA.
 2 2.3 What to do if the use of an ignition aid is not possible
the position of the ballast and the wiring between the ballast and the
lamp(s).
For this reason, luminaires without ignition aid can only be released
after testing.
VOLTAGE RATING OF
COMPONENTS AND WIRING 2 3
In general, 250V-rated electrical components and 300V-rated wiring
(as H05 classification) can be used in luminaires.
Exceptions to this rule are the dimming systems for PLT and TL5.
Here, 500V-rated lampholders and 450V-rated lamp wiring (like H07)
have to be used, on account of the high lamp voltages (up to
430Vrms).
Normal ‘H07’ wiring has a minimum conductor cross-section of
1.5 mm2.
The HF-REGULATOR ballast is suitable for such a conductor
thickness, but most TL5/PLT lampholders can only cope with a
maximum wire cross-section of 1.0 mm2. In that situation, ask your
local cable supplier for 450V-rated wiring with a conductor thickness
of 0.5-1.0 mm2.
Note: High lamp voltages may arise when fluorescent lamps are dimmed. If
this happens, it has always to do with the chosen lamp concept and is not
dependent on ballast technology.
HINTS FOR WIRING
2 4
4 1 General wiring
It is important to heed the following indications if optimum system
performance and minimum radio frequency interference are to be
obtained:
• Keep mains (and control) wiring away from lamp wiring and lamps
(minimum distance 2 cm) (see Fig.1).
• If complete separation is not possible, screen the mains (and
control) wiring by an earthed metal sheath or plate.
• Keep mains (and control) wires as short as possible.
• As a general rule, the length of the wires should be in accordance
with the advised figure for the relevant ballast type.
• Avoid loops in all wiring.
• Take care of firm electrical contact between all metal parts and the
ballast housing.
_
+ L HF ballast
N
>2cm >2cm
Fig. 1. Mains and control wiring at minimum
distance of 2 cm from lamp and
La
lamp wiring.
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2 4.1 General wiring
4 2 Control and lamp wiring (regulating ballasts)
In the case of control wiring, the following points should be regarded:
• The wiring to the control input must be dealt with like mains wiring.
• Do not short-circuit the lamp wires for more than five minutes.
Otherwise, the ballasts may be damaged.
4 3 Special wiring
In the case of throughput wiring:
• Take extra care that throughput wiring in a luminaire is completely
separated from the lamp wiring in order to avoid deterioration of
the EMC behaviour of the luminaire.
4 4 Changing from conventional to HF gear
HF electronic ballasts consist of one single unit, replacing various
components in conventional electromagnetic systems, such as a radio-
interference capacitor, a starter and an electromagnetic ballast.
When changing from a conventional ballast system to an electronic
one, but also when swopping from one electronic ballast to another, it
is advised to check:
1.The quality of wires and lampholders (ageing). If these components
are not in optimum condition, replace all existing wiring before
installing a new electronic ballast.Also all the redundant
components of the previous electromagnetic system should be
removed.
2. Follow the hints as given in section 2.4.1: General wiring.
4 5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four
HF-P ballasts
When three or four HF-PREFORMER (HF-P) ballasts are used in a
Class I luminaire, the maximum earth leakage current may surpass the
maximum allowed 1.0 mA (according IEC 598).
Reverse-connecting the mains and neutral on one or two of the
ballasts in the luminaire will cause the maximum earth leakage
current to fall below the required 1.0 mA.
 2 2.4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts 2 2.4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts

4 6 Wiring diagrams HF-REGULATOR ballasts in PL-T/C lamp circuits

HF-REGULATOR ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits Wire lengths at lamp side:

keep all wires at < 0.75 m
Wire lengths at lamp side: 1 lamp: do not bunch (hot) wires to terminals 1 and 2 with (cold)
1 lamp: keep (hot) wires to terminals 1 and 2 short (< 0.75 m) wires to terminals 3 and 4
2 lamps: keep (hot) wires to terminals 3, 4 and 5 short (< 0.75 m) 2 lamps: do not bunch (hot) wires to terminals 1 and 2 and terminals
7 and 8 with (cold) wires to terminals 3 and 4 and terminals
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2 5 and 6
_
+ 1
La
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2
HF ballast 2
3
L L
N N 4
N
1 lamp L

_
_ 1
HF ballast
+
+ 2 La
3 1
HF ballast 4 2
La
5 3
6 La
L L 4
Fig. 2. Wiring diagram for HF-REGULATOR N N 7
1 lamp
ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits. 2 lamps

HF-REGULATOR ballasts in PL-L lamp circuits N

L

Wire lengths at lamp side: _

keep all wires at < 0.75 m +
1 lamp: do not bunch (hot) wires to terminals 1 and 2 with (cold)
HF ballast 1 La
wires to terminals 3 and 4 2
Fig. 4. Wiring diagram for HF-REGULATOR
2 lamps: do not bunch (hot) wires to terminals 3, 4 and 5 with (cold) 3
ballasts in PL-T/C lamp circuits. 4
wires to terminals 1, 2, 6 and 7
5
6
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2
7
La
_ 8
+ 1
2 lamps
HF ballast 2
La
3
L L
N N 4

1 lamp

_ 1 La
+ 2
3
HF ballast 4
5
6
L L
La
Fig. 3. Wiring diagram for HF-REGULATOR N N 7

ballasts in PL-L lamp circuits. 2 lamps

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4 6 Wiring diagrams HF-REGULATOR ballasts in PL-T/C lamp circuits

HF-REGULATOR ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits Wire lengths at lamp side:

keep all wires at < 0.75 m
Wire lengths at lamp side: 1 lamp: do not bunch (hot) wires to terminals 1 and 2 with (cold)
1 lamp: keep (hot) wires to terminals 1 and 2 short (< 0.75 m) wires to terminals 3 and 4
2 lamps: keep (hot) wires to terminals 3, 4 and 5 short (< 0.75 m) 2 lamps: do not bunch (hot) wires to terminals 1 and 2 and terminals
7 and 8 with (cold) wires to terminals 3 and 4 and terminals
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2 5 and 6
_
+ 1
La
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2
HF ballast 2
3
L L
N N 4
N
1 lamp L

_
_ 1
HF ballast
+
+ 2 La
3 1
HF ballast 4 2
La
5 3
6 La
L L 4
Fig. 2. Wiring diagram for HF-REGULATOR N N 7
1 lamp
ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits. 2 lamps

HF-REGULATOR ballasts in PL-L lamp circuits N

L

Wire lengths at lamp side: _

keep all wires at < 0.75 m +
1 lamp: do not bunch (hot) wires to terminals 1 and 2 with (cold)
HF ballast 1 La
wires to terminals 3 and 4 2
Fig. 4. Wiring diagram for HF-REGULATOR
2 lamps: do not bunch (hot) wires to terminals 3, 4 and 5 with (cold) 3
ballasts in PL-T/C lamp circuits. 4
wires to terminals 1, 2, 6 and 7
5
6
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2
7
La
_ 8
+ 1
2 lamps
HF ballast 2
La
3
L L
N N 4

1 lamp

_ 1 La
+ 2
3
HF ballast 4
5
6
L L
La
Fig. 3. Wiring diagram for HF-REGULATOR N N 7

ballasts in PL-L lamp circuits. 2 lamps

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HF-PERFORMER ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits 1

HF ballast 2
La
Wire lengths at lamp side: 3
L L
N N 4
1 lamp: keep (hot) wires to terminals 3 and 4 short (< 0.75 m)
1 lamp
2 lamps: keep (hot) wires to terminals 1, 2, 6 and 7 short (< 0.75 m)
3 and 4 lamps: keep (hot) wires to terminals 9, 10, 11 and
12 short (< 0.75 m) 1 La
2
3
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2 HF ballast 4
5
6
L L
La
Fig. 6. Wiring diagram for HF-PERFORMER N N 7
HF ballast 1
2 ballasts in PL-L lamp circuits. 2 lamps
L L 3
N N 4

1 lamp
La
HF-PERFORMER ballasts (square housing) in PL-L and
PL-T/C lamp circuits

La Wire lengths at lamp side:

1 keep all wires at < 1 m
2
3
HF ballast 4
5
L L 6 Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2
N N 7

2 lamps La

N
L

La La HF ballast
1
1 5 9 2
1 5 9 La
2 6 10 2 6 10 3
HF ballast 3 7 11 3 7 11 4
L L 4 8 12
N N 4 8 12
1 lamp
3 lamps La

N
L
La La

1 5 9 HF ballast 1 La
1 5 9
2 6 10 2 6 10 2
HF ballast 3 7 11 3 7 11 3
L L 4 8 12
N N 4 8 12 4
5
4 lamps La La 6
7 La

2 lamps 13, 18, 24, 26W

Fig. 5. Wiring diagram for HF-PERFORMER

ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits.
N
L
HF-PERFORMER ballasts (linear housing) in PL-L lamp
1 La
circuits 2
HF ballast
3
Wire lengths at lamp side: 4

keep all wires at < 1 m 1

2
3
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2 Fig. 7. Wiring diagram for HF-PERFORMER La
4
ballasts in PL-T/C lamp circuits. 2 lamps 32, 42W

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 2 2.4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts 2 2.4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts

HF-PERFORMER ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits 1

HF ballast 2
La
Wire lengths at lamp side: 3
L L
N N 4
1 lamp: keep (hot) wires to terminals 3 and 4 short (< 0.75 m)
1 lamp
2 lamps: keep (hot) wires to terminals 1, 2, 6 and 7 short (< 0.75 m)
3 and 4 lamps: keep (hot) wires to terminals 9, 10, 11 and
12 short (< 0.75 m) 1 La
2
3
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2 HF ballast 4
5
6
L L
La
Fig. 6. Wiring diagram for HF-PERFORMER N N 7
HF ballast 1
2 ballasts in PL-L lamp circuits. 2 lamps
L L 3
N N 4

1 lamp
La
HF-PERFORMER ballasts (square housing) in PL-L and
PL-T/C lamp circuits

La Wire lengths at lamp side:

1 keep all wires at < 1 m
2
3
HF ballast 4
5
L L 6 Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2
N N 7

2 lamps La

N
L

La La HF ballast
1
1 5 9 2
1 5 9 La
2 6 10 2 6 10 3
HF ballast 3 7 11 3 7 11 4
L L 4 8 12
N N 4 8 12
1 lamp
3 lamps La

N
L
La La

1 5 9 HF ballast 1 La
1 5 9
2 6 10 2 6 10 2
HF ballast 3 7 11 3 7 11 3
L L 4 8 12
N N 4 8 12 4
5
4 lamps La La 6
7 La

2 lamps 13, 18, 24, 26W

Fig. 5. Wiring diagram for HF-PERFORMER

ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits.
N
L
HF-PERFORMER ballasts (linear housing) in PL-L lamp
1 La
circuits 2
HF ballast
3
Wire lengths at lamp side: 4

keep all wires at < 1 m 1

2
3
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2 Fig. 7. Wiring diagram for HF-PERFORMER La
4
ballasts in PL-T/C lamp circuits. 2 lamps 32, 42W

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AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AND

HF-BASIC ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits LIFETIME OF THE BALLAST 2 5
The maximum temperature in a luminaire is important for the
Wire lengths at lamp side: lifetime of electronic ballasts.The only correct way of measuring
1 lamp: keep wires to terminals 1 and 2 short (< 0.75 m) Tambient for the ballast in the luminaire, is to measure Tcase at the test
2 lamps: keep wire to terminal 1 short (< 0.75 m) point on the ballast.The measurements can be done with
temperature-indicating devices or with a thermocouple.
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2 For all HF electronic ballasts, the maximum Tcase temperature is
75 ˚C.
The nominal lifetime of the ballast is 50 000 hours at a Tcase
1 La
HF ballast temperature of 65 ˚C (10 % failures).
2
L L
N N 3 Every increase of the Tcase by 10 ˚C will halve the lifetime of the
1 lamp ballast.
Example:
La Tcase = 55 ˚C, lifetime approx. 100 000 hours,
1 Tcase = 75 ˚C, lifetime approx. 25 000 hours.
2 Exceeding the maximum Tcase temperature will result in an
HF ballast 3
4
undefined reduction of the ballast’s lifetime.
L L 5 Below Tcase = 55 ˚C the lifetime of the ballast will improve, but not by
Fig. 8. Wiring diagram for HF-BASIC ballasts N N La a factor 2 per 10 ˚C.
in ‘TL’ lamp circuits. 2 lamps

Tips for ballast temperature reduction:

1. Mount the ballast not too close to the lamp ends.
HF-BASIC ballasts in PL-L lamp circuits 2.Take care of good heat transport to the surroundings, called heat-
sinking.
Wire lengths at lamp side: 3. Avoid heat radiation from lamp to ballast.
1 lamp: keep all wires at < 1 m 4. Create extra luminaire volume.

Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2

HF ballast 1
2
L L La
N N 3

1 lamp

La
1
2
HF ballast 3
4
5
L L
La
Fig. 9. Wiring diagram for HF-BASIC ballasts N N

in PL-L lamp circuits. 2 lamps

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 2 2.4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts 2 2.4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts

AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AND

HF-BASIC ballasts in ‘TL’ lamp circuits LIFETIME OF THE BALLAST 2 5
The maximum temperature in a luminaire is important for the
Wire lengths at lamp side: lifetime of electronic ballasts.The only correct way of measuring
1 lamp: keep wires to terminals 1 and 2 short (< 0.75 m) Tambient for the ballast in the luminaire, is to measure Tcase at the test
2 lamps: keep wire to terminal 1 short (< 0.75 m) point on the ballast.The measurements can be done with
temperature-indicating devices or with a thermocouple.
Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2 For all HF electronic ballasts, the maximum Tcase temperature is
75 ˚C.
The nominal lifetime of the ballast is 50 000 hours at a Tcase
1 La
HF ballast temperature of 65 ˚C (10 % failures).
2
L L
N N 3 Every increase of the Tcase by 10 ˚C will halve the lifetime of the
1 lamp ballast.
Example:
La Tcase = 55 ˚C, lifetime approx. 100 000 hours,
1 Tcase = 75 ˚C, lifetime approx. 25 000 hours.
2 Exceeding the maximum Tcase temperature will result in an
HF ballast 3
4
undefined reduction of the ballast’s lifetime.
L L 5 Below Tcase = 55 ˚C the lifetime of the ballast will improve, but not by
Fig. 8. Wiring diagram for HF-BASIC ballasts N N La a factor 2 per 10 ˚C.
in ‘TL’ lamp circuits. 2 lamps

Tips for ballast temperature reduction:

1. Mount the ballast not too close to the lamp ends.
HF-BASIC ballasts in PL-L lamp circuits 2.Take care of good heat transport to the surroundings, called heat-
sinking.
Wire lengths at lamp side: 3. Avoid heat radiation from lamp to ballast.
1 lamp: keep all wires at < 1 m 4. Create extra luminaire volume.

Wire cross-section: 0.5 - 1.5 mm2

HF ballast 1
2
L L La
N N 3

1 lamp

La
1
2
HF ballast 3
4
5
L L
La
Fig. 9. Wiring diagram for HF-BASIC ballasts N N

in PL-L lamp circuits. 2 lamps

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2 2.4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts 3 H I N T S F O R T H E I N S TA L L AT I O N
OF HF LUMINAIRES

MASTER-SLAVE
APPLICATIONS 3 1
There are situations where two single-lamp luminaires in a so-called
master-slave configuration must be operated on one HF ballast
designed to operate two lamps (see Fig. 10).
In that case, follow the indications with regard to cable length and
maximum distances as shown in the accompanying drawing.This is to
avoid problems with regard to frequency interference and ignition.
The cable connecting the master luminaire with the slave luminaire
should not be of the shielded type.

HF and master-slave wiring length (see Figure)

Ballast type D L

HF-B ‘TL’D < 1m <3m

HF-P ‘TL’D <1m <3m

HF-P TL5 < 0.1 m <2m

HF-R ‘TL’D/TL5 < 0.1 m <2m

1
La La
2
3
HF 4
ballast
5
6
7

master luminaires D slave luminaires

Fig. 10. Master-slave configuration with one
ballast operating two luminaires.

EARTH LEAKAGE CIRCUIT

BREAKERS 3 2
The earth leakage current of HF electronic ballasts is normally less
than 0.5 mArms.At the moment of switching-on the installation, the
earth leakage current may, however, be temporarily higher. For this
reason it is advised not to connect more than 30 ballasts on one 30
mA earth leakage circuit breaker.

INRUSH CURRENTS
3 3
Like all electronic equipment, electronic HF ballasts have a peak
current shortly after the mains is switched on, the so-called inrush
current.When a number of HF ballasts are operated on Mains Circuit
Breakers (MCB’s) and are therefore switched on simultaneously, the
inrush currents have to be taken into account when calculating the
maximum permitted load on the MCB’s.
The various types of Philips HF ballasts have been measured when
operated on MCB’s under the worst conceivable mains conditions.
Both B-type and C-type 16 A MCB’s have been considered.The
results of these measurements are reproduced in the tables overleaf,
stating recommended maximum number of ballasts to be operated
on one MCB for various lamp loads.

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2 2.4.5 Wiring for luminaires with three or four HF-P ballasts 3 H I N T S F O R T H E I N S TA L L AT I O N
OF HF LUMINAIRES

MASTER-SLAVE
APPLICATIONS 3 1
There are situations where two single-lamp luminaires in a so-called
master-slave configuration must be operated on one HF ballast
designed to operate two lamps (see Fig. 10).
In that case, follow the indications with regard to cable length and
maximum distances as shown in the accompanying drawing.This is to
avoid problems with regard to frequency interference and ignition.
The cable connecting the master luminaire with the slave luminaire
should not be of the shielded type.

HF and master-slave wiring length (see Figure)

Ballast type D L

HF-B ‘TL’D < 1m <3m

HF-P ‘TL’D <1m <3m

HF-P TL5 < 0.1 m <2m

HF-R ‘TL’D/TL5 < 0.1 m <2m

1
La La
2
3
HF 4
ballast
5
6
7

master luminaires D slave luminaires

Fig. 10. Master-slave configuration with one
ballast operating two luminaires.

EARTH LEAKAGE CIRCUIT

BREAKERS 3 2
The earth leakage current of HF electronic ballasts is normally less
than 0.5 mArms.At the moment of switching-on the installation, the
earth leakage current may, however, be temporarily higher. For this
reason it is advised not to connect more than 30 ballasts on one 30
mA earth leakage circuit breaker.

INRUSH CURRENTS
3 3
Like all electronic equipment, electronic HF ballasts have a peak
current shortly after the mains is switched on, the so-called inrush
current.When a number of HF ballasts are operated on Mains Circuit
Breakers (MCB’s) and are therefore switched on simultaneously, the
inrush currents have to be taken into account when calculating the
maximum permitted load on the MCB’s.
The various types of Philips HF ballasts have been measured when
operated on MCB’s under the worst conceivable mains conditions.
Both B-type and C-type 16 A MCB’s have been considered.The
results of these measurements are reproduced in the tables overleaf,
stating recommended maximum number of ballasts to be operated
on one MCB for various lamp loads.

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3 3.3 Inrush currents 3 3.3 Inrush currents

Notes: Tip: If it is absolutely necessary to connect more than the specified

1. It is advised to apply type C MCB’s in lighting installations equipped with number of ballasts to one MCB, install a relay in the circuitry as
electronic ballasts. shown in Fig. 11. Thus, it is ensured that the peak current in the
2.Always make sure that the mains current of the load does not exceed connected ballasts does not occur simultaneously.
the nominal permitted value of the MCB concerned. In fact, it is
recommended that the installation be designed for a maximum load of y'
80 % of the nominal permitted MCB load. L
3. If an existing installation is changed from conventional control gear to MCB
electronic gear the higher simultaneous inrush currents in the new
Relay y
situation necessitate the installed switch rating and protection levels to be nx mx
reconsidered.

Maximum number of ballasts to be used on one MCB on account of N

n luminaires m luminaires
inrush currents Fig. 11. Inclusion of a relay in the circuit.

HF-REGULATOR,‘TL’D HF-REGULATOR, PL-L

Load MCB type Load MCB type TESTING THE INSTALLATION
B type 16A C type 16A B type 16A C type 16A 3 4
118 18 30 136 18 30
218 18 30 236 18 30
Testing a HF lighting installation on wire insulation should be carried
136 18 30 140 18 30 out with the luminaires disconnected in order to exclude luminaire
236 18 30 240 8 13 influences (see Figs. 12 and 13).The earth leakage current of the
158 18 30 155 18 30
258 8 13 255 8 13
ballast will, for example, lead to unreliable measurements.
When, however, in special circumstances the luminaires must remain
HF-PERFORMER,‘TL’D HF-PERFORMER, PL-L connected, the following warnings should be paid attention to:
Load MCB type Load MCB type • Voltages of max. 500 V DC with limited currents (< 2 mA) between
B type 16A C type 16A B type 16A C type 16A mains and earth or between neutral and earth are allowed for a
118 30 51 118 18 30
218 28 47 218 16 27 maximum time of 1 minute.
318 12 20 124 18 30 • Testing between mains and neutral is not permitted, as this might
418 12 20 224 16 27 cause damage to the ballast.
136 30 51 136 30 51
236 28 47 236 28 47 • After the test has been completed, make sure that the neutral is
138 30 51 140 30 51 reconnected, since a disconnected neutral will result in
238 12 20 240 12 20 unpredictable mains voltages (50 V.....400 V), which, again, may
158 30 51 155 30 51
258 12 20 255 12 20 damage the ballast.
160 28 47
170 28 47 Ll
270 12 20

V1
HF-PERFORMER,TL5 HF-PERFORMER, PL-T/C 230 V
Load MCB type Load MCB type
B type 16A C type 16A B type 16A C type 16A N
114 30 51 110-113 18 30
214 18 31 210-213 18 30
314 12 20 118 18 30 V3 V2
Fig. 12. Normal situation in neutral- 230 V 230 V
414 12 20 218 16 27
121 30 51 126 18 30 connected circuit. L3 L2
221 18 31 226 16 27
128 30 51 132 18 30
228 28 48 232 8 14
135 30 51 142 18 30
235 28 48 242 8 14
Ll
149 30 51
249 12 20
V1 = ?
HF-BASIC,‘TL’D/PL-L x N

Load MCB type

B type 16A C type 16A
136 18 30
236 18 30 Fig. 13. Situation when neutral is not
158/155 18 30 connected (‘‘loose neutral’’) and the load on V3 = ? V2 = ?
258/255 12 20 all phases is not symmetrical. L3 L2

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3 3.3 Inrush currents 3 3.3 Inrush currents

Notes: Tip: If it is absolutely necessary to connect more than the specified

1. It is advised to apply type C MCB’s in lighting installations equipped with number of ballasts to one MCB, install a relay in the circuitry as
electronic ballasts. shown in Fig. 11. Thus, it is ensured that the peak current in the
2.Always make sure that the mains current of the load does not exceed connected ballasts does not occur simultaneously.
the nominal permitted value of the MCB concerned. In fact, it is
recommended that the installation be designed for a maximum load of y'
80 % of the nominal permitted MCB load. L
3. If an existing installation is changed from conventional control gear to MCB
electronic gear the higher simultaneous inrush currents in the new
Relay y
situation necessitate the installed switch rating and protection levels to be nx mx
reconsidered.

Maximum number of ballasts to be used on one MCB on account of N

n luminaires m luminaires
inrush currents Fig. 11. Inclusion of a relay in the circuit.

HF-REGULATOR,‘TL’D HF-REGULATOR, PL-L

Load MCB type Load MCB type TESTING THE INSTALLATION
B type 16A C type 16A B type 16A C type 16A 3 4
118 18 30 136 18 30
218 18 30 236 18 30
Testing a HF lighting installation on wire insulation should be carried
136 18 30 140 18 30 out with the luminaires disconnected in order to exclude luminaire
236 18 30 240 8 13 influences (see Figs. 12 and 13).The earth leakage current of the
158 18 30 155 18 30
258 8 13 255 8 13
ballast will, for example, lead to unreliable measurements.
When, however, in special circumstances the luminaires must remain
HF-PERFORMER,‘TL’D HF-PERFORMER, PL-L connected, the following warnings should be paid attention to:
Load MCB type Load MCB type • Voltages of max. 500 V DC with limited currents (< 2 mA) between
B type 16A C type 16A B type 16A C type 16A mains and earth or between neutral and earth are allowed for a
118 30 51 118 18 30
218 28 47 218 16 27 maximum time of 1 minute.
318 12 20 124 18 30 • Testing between mains and neutral is not permitted, as this might
418 12 20 224 16 27 cause damage to the ballast.
136 30 51 136 30 51
236 28 47 236 28 47 • After the test has been completed, make sure that the neutral is
138 30 51 140 30 51 reconnected, since a disconnected neutral will result in
238 12 20 240 12 20 unpredictable mains voltages (50 V.....400 V), which, again, may
158 30 51 155 30 51
258 12 20 255 12 20 damage the ballast.
160 28 47
170 28 47 Ll
270 12 20

V1
HF-PERFORMER,TL5 HF-PERFORMER, PL-T/C 230 V
Load MCB type Load MCB type
B type 16A C type 16A B type 16A C type 16A N
114 30 51 110-113 18 30
214 18 31 210-213 18 30
314 12 20 118 18 30 V3 V2
Fig. 12. Normal situation in neutral- 230 V 230 V
414 12 20 218 16 27
121 30 51 126 18 30 connected circuit. L3 L2
221 18 31 226 16 27
128 30 51 132 18 30
228 28 48 232 8 14
135 30 51 142 18 30
235 28 48 242 8 14
Ll
149 30 51
249 12 20
V1 = ?
HF-BASIC,‘TL’D/PL-L x N

Load MCB type

B type 16A C type 16A
136 18 30
236 18 30 Fig. 13. Situation when neutral is not
158/155 18 30 connected (‘‘loose neutral’’) and the load on V3 = ? V2 = ?
258/255 12 20 all phases is not symmetrical. L3 L2

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 3 3.4 Testing the installation 3 3.6 Trouble-shooting

AMBIENT LUMINAIRE TEMPERATURES

AND OPTIMUM BALLAST LIFETIME
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
3 5 All HF ballasts
START
The heat produced in the luminaire by ballast and lamps must be Mains supply is on
abducted to the surroundings.When a luminaire is physically isolated
by the ceiling or by isolating blankets, the heat produced cannot easily
Remark: with 2-lamp ballast both lamps
flow to the surroundings.This will result in the ballast inside the stop when one lamp fails; with 3- or
Lamp(s) do not burn 4-lamp ballast one or two lamps continue
luminaire being heated up, which in turn will have an adverse effect on to burn when one lamp fails
its life.
To what degree this will be the case depends on the construction of
Remove and re-insert
the luminaire and the free air flow inside it. the lamp(s)
For an optimum lifetime of the ballast it is important to remember
that:
• air should be able to flow freely around the luminaire,
• air handling through the luminaire has a positive effect on Lamp(s) burn Yes Possible cause:
poor contact
temperature control and thus on ballast life.
3 6 No

By following the flow charts on the next pages possible installation Exchange lamp(s)
problems can be traced and solved systematically if a lighting
installation equipped with HF ballasts does not work properly.
As regulating ballasts may create their own problems, a separate
trouble-shooting flow chart has been included for them as well. Lamp(s) burn Yes Cause: defective
lamp(s)

No

Check mains voltage

at the ballast

Mains voltage No Check mains Lamp(s) burn Yes

OK wiring and fusing

Yes
No
Check ballast/lamp
wiring
and ballast/lamp type

Wiring/type No Change ballast Lamp(s) burn Yes

OK and/or wiring

Yes
No

Exchange ballast

Lamp(s) burn No Call local

support office

Yes

STOP

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 3 3.4 Testing the installation 3 3.6 Trouble-shooting

AMBIENT LUMINAIRE TEMPERATURES

AND OPTIMUM BALLAST LIFETIME
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
3 5 All HF ballasts
START
The heat produced in the luminaire by ballast and lamps must be Mains supply is on
abducted to the surroundings.When a luminaire is physically isolated
by the ceiling or by isolating blankets, the heat produced cannot easily
Remark: with 2-lamp ballast both lamps
flow to the surroundings.This will result in the ballast inside the stop when one lamp fails; with 3- or
Lamp(s) do not burn 4-lamp ballast one or two lamps continue
luminaire being heated up, which in turn will have an adverse effect on to burn when one lamp fails
its life.
To what degree this will be the case depends on the construction of
Remove and re-insert
the luminaire and the free air flow inside it. the lamp(s)
For an optimum lifetime of the ballast it is important to remember
that:
• air should be able to flow freely around the luminaire,
• air handling through the luminaire has a positive effect on Lamp(s) burn Yes Possible cause:
poor contact
temperature control and thus on ballast life.
3 6 No

By following the flow charts on the next pages possible installation Exchange lamp(s)
problems can be traced and solved systematically if a lighting
installation equipped with HF ballasts does not work properly.
As regulating ballasts may create their own problems, a separate
trouble-shooting flow chart has been included for them as well. Lamp(s) burn Yes Cause: defective
lamp(s)

No

Check mains voltage

at the ballast

Mains voltage No Check mains Lamp(s) burn Yes

OK wiring and fusing

Yes
No
Check ballast/lamp
wiring
and ballast/lamp type

Wiring/type No Change ballast Lamp(s) burn Yes

OK and/or wiring

Yes
No

Exchange ballast

Lamp(s) burn No Call local

support office

Yes

STOP

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 3 3.6 Trouble-shooting 4 T H E L I G H T I N G I N S TA L L AT I O N
A N D T H E E N V I RO N M E N T

ELECTROMAGNETIC
Extension for Regulating ballasts COMPATIBILITY 4 1
START START Electromagnetic compatibility, EMC, is the ability of a device or
system to operate satisfactorily in its electromagnetic environment,
without causing unacceptable interference in practical situations.

Lamp(s) cannot be Lamp(s) always Philips HF electronic ballasts fulfil the requirements with regard to
dimmed dims
electromagnetic compatibility as laid down in European Norms EN
55015, EN 61000-3-2 and EN 61547.

Short circuit dimming wiring Disconnect

between ballast and control dimming wiring at control
device at the control device device

Yes Lamp still dims Re-connect wiring

Lamp dims No with +/- reversed

No Change + and - of the Yes electrical

control wires at the or
control device
Short circuit Loosen dimming Dimming function Yes
electronic
dimming input on ballast wiring on ballast OK system

Lamp dims Yes

Lamp dims Lamp still dims Yes
Fig. 14. The electromagnetic environment .
No

Exchange control No
device
No
No Yes Exchange ballast
1 1 RFI (radio frequency interference)
The radio frequency interference (RFI) regulations as laid down in EN
Check and modify Check dimming wiring from
55015 concern the frequency range between 9 and 30 kHz. However,
Exchange ballast Exchange control
wiring between ballast to control device on device nowadays more and more electronic products are being marketed
ballast and control correct +/- 10V DC voltage
that operate on higher frequencies, like for example communication
equipment.The RFI-requirements for this kind of equipment are laid
down in the more stringent norm EN 55022, valid for frequencies up
to 1000 MHz.
Philips HF electronic ballasts fulfil the requirements of this latter
norm and are therefore the best choice if they are to operate in an
environment where other equipment is used working on frequencies
up to 1000 MHz.
Apart from these general norms, there are some specific regulations
Dimming function Yes Dimming function No Call local support
OK OK office in force for rooms where diagnostic or observation equipment is
placed. In VDE 0107 norms are defined for these kind of rooms.
No Measurements on Philips electronic ballasts have shown that in the
Yes relevant frequency ranges, no interference of any significance occurs.
Call local support Also, the Lawrence Berkeley laboratory in the United States has
office
tested luminaires with Philips electronic ballasts and could not find
any influence on sensitive CAT, EEG and ECG equipment.

STOP STOP

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 3 3.6 Trouble-shooting 4 T H E L I G H T I N G I N S TA L L AT I O N
A N D T H E E N V I RO N M E N T

ELECTROMAGNETIC
Extension for Regulating ballasts COMPATIBILITY 4 1
START START Electromagnetic compatibility, EMC, is the ability of a device or
system to operate satisfactorily in its electromagnetic environment,
without causing unacceptable interference in practical situations.

Lamp(s) cannot be Lamp(s) always Philips HF electronic ballasts fulfil the requirements with regard to
dimmed dims
electromagnetic compatibility as laid down in European Norms EN
55015, EN 61000-3-2 and EN 61547.

Short circuit dimming wiring Disconnect

between ballast and control dimming wiring at control
device at the control device device

Yes Lamp still dims Re-connect wiring

Lamp dims No with +/- reversed

No Change + and - of the Yes electrical

control wires at the or
control device
Short circuit Loosen dimming Dimming function Yes
electronic
dimming input on ballast wiring on ballast OK system

Lamp dims Yes

Lamp dims Lamp still dims Yes
Fig. 14. The electromagnetic environment .
No

Exchange control No
device
No
No Yes Exchange ballast
1 1 RFI (radio frequency interference)
The radio frequency interference (RFI) regulations as laid down in EN
Check and modify Check dimming wiring from
55015 concern the frequency range between 9 and 30 kHz. However,
Exchange ballast Exchange control
wiring between ballast to control device on device nowadays more and more electronic products are being marketed
ballast and control correct +/- 10V DC voltage
that operate on higher frequencies, like for example communication
equipment.The RFI-requirements for this kind of equipment are laid
down in the more stringent norm EN 55022, valid for frequencies up
to 1000 MHz.
Philips HF electronic ballasts fulfil the requirements of this latter
norm and are therefore the best choice if they are to operate in an
environment where other equipment is used working on frequencies
up to 1000 MHz.
Apart from these general norms, there are some specific regulations
Dimming function Yes Dimming function No Call local support
OK OK office in force for rooms where diagnostic or observation equipment is
placed. In VDE 0107 norms are defined for these kind of rooms.
No Measurements on Philips electronic ballasts have shown that in the
Yes relevant frequency ranges, no interference of any significance occurs.
Call local support Also, the Lawrence Berkeley laboratory in the United States has
office
tested luminaires with Philips electronic ballasts and could not find
any influence on sensitive CAT, EEG and ECG equipment.

STOP STOP

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HUMIDITY
INTERFERENCE WITH INFRA-RED
REMOTE CONTROL EQUIPMENT
INTERFERENCE WITH TRANSLATION/
CONGRESS SYSTEMS
NORMS AND APPROVALS
4 1.1 RFI (radio frequency interference)
1 2 Immunity
When the mains voltage deviates from its nominal value more than
the ballast tolerance permits (230V ± 10 %), adverse effects on lamp
life, ballast life and light output can be expected.
Excessively high voltages (Umains > 320V) over a considerable period
of time (> 48 hours) will damage the ballast.
Mains transients and dips, on the other hand, will not harm the
ballast, provided they are within the regulations of EN 61547.
4 2
HF electronic ballasts do not have any special protection against
humidity. Nevertheless, Philips electronic ballasts have been tested on
sensitivity to humid conditions and have proven to be able to resist a
relative air humidity of up to 95 %.
Direct water ingress will, however, damage the ballast.
It is therefore wise to pay attention to a few safeguards:
• Make sure that there can be no condensation on or in the ballast.
• Also make sure that the ballast is mounted in such a way that no
condensed or other water can flow over or into the ballast.
4 3
Video and audio apparatus, computers and also lighting installations
nowadays often operate on infra-red remote control.The frequency
of such infra-red signals is in the order of 36 kHz. In order to avoid
any interference with this kind of equipment, the operating frequency
of all Philips HF electronic ballasts has been chosen so that problems
in the 36 kHz frequency area are out of the question.
4 4
Translation/congress systems operate at frequencies that might
interfere with regulating control gear. Common frequencies of such
systems are: 55 - 95 - 135 - 175 - 215 - 255 - 295 - 335 and 375 kHz.
Hints:
• It is advised not to apply HF regulating ballasts in areas where the
translation/congress systems mentioned are in use.
• The lower frequency bands between 55 and 175 kHz of translation
systems should not be used in rooms where electronic ballasts have
been installed.
4 5
Philips HF electronic ballasts comply with all relevant international
rules and regulations, including:
Safety EN 60928
Performance EN 60929
Harmonics EN 61000-3-2
Radio frequency interference < 30 MHz EN 55015
Radio frequency interference > 30 Mhz EN 55022 (not for HF-B, HF-PLT/C)
(radio frequency interference is measured in a reference luminaire)
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4 4.5 Norms and approvals
Immunity for: mains transients, EN 61547
voltage dips,
electrostatic discharge
Vibration and bump tests IEC 68-2-6 FC and
IEC 68-2-29 EB
Emergency lighting VDE 0108 (HF-BASIC, all applications)
VDE 0108 (HF-P, HF-R, depending on the
emergency installation and application)
Approvals ENEC* (replaces local approbation marks
such as KEMA,VDE, etc.)
Quality standard ISO 9001
Environmental management system ISO 14001
* ENEC is the abbreviation of European Norm Electrotechnical
Certification. More than twenty Certification bodies from CENELEC
member countries have joined the ‘Agreement on the use of a
commonly agreed mark of conformity for luminaires complying with
European standards’.This agreement is in short referred to as the
LUM agreement. It means that if the ENEC marking is given by one
Certification body, it is also recognised by all the other members.The
marking can be obtained for luminaires for which a European Norm
(EN) exists, with the exception of luminaires for emergency lighting.
In 1995 the LUM group and the LVE-AC (Low Voltage Electrical
Equipment Advisory Committee) decided that luminaire accessories
like gear, ignitors, lampholders, electronic converters and capacitors
can obtain the ENEC marking if they fulfil the harmonised EN
standards.
Philips HF electronic ballasts received the ENEC marking on the basis
of complying with EN 60928, EN 60929 and the ISO 9001 certificate.
All Philips HF electronic ballasts carry the CE marking. CE is the
abbreviation of Conformité Européenne. It states conformity of
products to the essential requirements of the European Community
Directives. It is a kind of passport for goods to circulate freely
throughout the European Union. Furthermore, it enables Market
Controlling Bodies to carry out their inspection more easily.
Lighting products are covered by two European directives: the
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive and the Low Voltage
(LV) Directive. Philips HF electronic ballasts carry the CE marking on
the basis of fulfilment of the follwing standards:
EN 61547, EN 61000-3-2 and EN 55015 (as tested in a Philips
reference luminaire).
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HUMIDITY
INTERFERENCE WITH INFRA-RED
REMOTE CONTROL EQUIPMENT
INTERFERENCE WITH TRANSLATION/
CONGRESS SYSTEMS
NORMS AND APPROVALS
4 1.1 RFI (radio frequency interference)
1 2 Immunity
When the mains voltage deviates from its nominal value more than
the ballast tolerance permits (230V ± 10 %), adverse effects on lamp
life, ballast life and light output can be expected.
Excessively high voltages (Umains > 320V) over a considerable period
of time (> 48 hours) will damage the ballast.
Mains transients and dips, on the other hand, will not harm the
ballast, provided they are within the regulations of EN 61547.
4 2
HF electronic ballasts do not have any special protection against
humidity. Nevertheless, Philips electronic ballasts have been tested on
sensitivity to humid conditions and have proven to be able to resist a
relative air humidity of up to 95 %.
Direct water ingress will, however, damage the ballast.
It is therefore wise to pay attention to a few safeguards:
• Make sure that there can be no condensation on or in the ballast.
• Also make sure that the ballast is mounted in such a way that no
condensed or other water can flow over or into the ballast.
4 3
Video and audio apparatus, computers and also lighting installations
nowadays often operate on infra-red remote control.The frequency
of such infra-red signals is in the order of 36 kHz. In order to avoid
any interference with this kind of equipment, the operating frequency
of all Philips HF electronic ballasts has been chosen so that problems
in the 36 kHz frequency area are out of the question.
4 4
Translation/congress systems operate at frequencies that might
interfere with regulating control gear. Common frequencies of such
systems are: 55 - 95 - 135 - 175 - 215 - 255 - 295 - 335 and 375 kHz.
Hints:
• It is advised not to apply HF regulating ballasts in areas where the
translation/congress systems mentioned are in use.
• The lower frequency bands between 55 and 175 kHz of translation
systems should not be used in rooms where electronic ballasts have
been installed.
4 5
Philips HF electronic ballasts comply with all relevant international
rules and regulations, including:
Safety EN 60928
Performance EN 60929
Harmonics EN 61000-3-2
Radio frequency interference < 30 MHz EN 55015
Radio frequency interference > 30 Mhz EN 55022 (not for HF-B, HF-PLT/C)
(radio frequency interference is measured in a reference luminaire)
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4 4.5 Norms and approvals
Immunity for: mains transients, EN 61547
voltage dips,
electrostatic discharge
Vibration and bump tests IEC 68-2-6 FC and
IEC 68-2-29 EB
Emergency lighting VDE 0108 (HF-BASIC, all applications)
VDE 0108 (HF-P, HF-R, depending on the
emergency installation and application)
Approvals ENEC* (replaces local approbation marks
such as KEMA,VDE, etc.)
Quality standard ISO 9001
Environmental management system ISO 14001
* ENEC is the abbreviation of European Norm Electrotechnical
Certification. More than twenty Certification bodies from CENELEC
member countries have joined the ‘Agreement on the use of a
commonly agreed mark of conformity for luminaires complying with
European standards’.This agreement is in short referred to as the
LUM agreement. It means that if the ENEC marking is given by one
Certification body, it is also recognised by all the other members.The
marking can be obtained for luminaires for which a European Norm
(EN) exists, with the exception of luminaires for emergency lighting.
In 1995 the LUM group and the LVE-AC (Low Voltage Electrical
Equipment Advisory Committee) decided that luminaire accessories
like gear, ignitors, lampholders, electronic converters and capacitors
can obtain the ENEC marking if they fulfil the harmonised EN
standards.
Philips HF electronic ballasts received the ENEC marking on the basis
of complying with EN 60928, EN 60929 and the ISO 9001 certificate.
All Philips HF electronic ballasts carry the CE marking. CE is the
abbreviation of Conformité Européenne. It states conformity of
products to the essential requirements of the European Community
Directives. It is a kind of passport for goods to circulate freely
throughout the European Union. Furthermore, it enables Market
Controlling Bodies to carry out their inspection more easily.
Lighting products are covered by two European directives: the
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive and the Low Voltage
(LV) Directive. Philips HF electronic ballasts carry the CE marking on
the basis of fulfilment of the follwing standards:
EN 61547, EN 61000-3-2 and EN 55015 (as tested in a Philips
reference luminaire).
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EMERGENCY
LIGHTING
5 1
Most electronic ballasts are suitable for use in emergency lighting
installations. Distinction must, however, be made between centralised
and decentralised emergency lighting. Provided the correct voltages
are applied, electronic ballasts can be used in centralised installations.
When talking about a decentralised emergency lighting set-up, many
different configurations are possible. In general the emergency
converter must have a four-pole switch-over relay to ensure that the
wiring between the HF ballast and the lamp is completely shut off
when the emergency lighting is in operation. Interference from the
emergency converter to the HF ballast is then out of the question.
Some emergency lighting installations equipped with a three-pole
switch-over relay can also be used in combination with HF electronic
ballasts, but this has to be checked and warranted by the emergency
lighting supplier and installer.

HF BALLASTS AND DIMMING

5 2
Fluorescent lamps can be dimmed with dimmable HF electronic
ballasts, such as the Philips HF-REGULATOR types.
Philips HF-REGULATOR ballasts can be controlled by a 1-10 V DC
input from various types of regulating systems.
In Fig. 15, an example is shown of an electronic potentiometer
(LPS 100) regulating the dimming level via the +/- DC input on the
HF-REGULATOR ballast.
It can be seen that a total number of up to 100 HF-R ballasts
powered by different phases can be controlled (see Fig. 16).
The control wiring must be dealt with like 230 V wiring.
For more information on the installation of different control systems,
contact your local sales agent.

Fig. 15. LPS 100 potentiometer.

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EMERGENCY
LIGHTING
5 1
Most electronic ballasts are suitable for use in emergency lighting
installations. Distinction must, however, be made between centralised
and decentralised emergency lighting. Provided the correct voltages
are applied, electronic ballasts can be used in centralised installations.
When talking about a decentralised emergency lighting set-up, many
different configurations are possible. In general the emergency
converter must have a four-pole switch-over relay to ensure that the
wiring between the HF ballast and the lamp is completely shut off
when the emergency lighting is in operation. Interference from the
emergency converter to the HF ballast is then out of the question.
Some emergency lighting installations equipped with a three-pole
switch-over relay can also be used in combination with HF electronic
ballasts, but this has to be checked and warranted by the emergency
lighting supplier and installer.

HF BALLASTS AND DIMMING

5 2
Fluorescent lamps can be dimmed with dimmable HF electronic
ballasts, such as the Philips HF-REGULATOR types.
Philips HF-REGULATOR ballasts can be controlled by a 1-10 V DC
input from various types of regulating systems.
In Fig. 15, an example is shown of an electronic potentiometer
(LPS 100) regulating the dimming level via the +/- DC input on the
HF-REGULATOR ballast.
It can be seen that a total number of up to 100 HF-R ballasts
powered by different phases can be controlled (see Fig. 16).
The control wiring must be dealt with like 230 V wiring.
For more information on the installation of different control systems,
contact your local sales agent.

Fig. 15. LPS 100 potentiometer.

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 5 5.2 HF ballasts and dimming 6 M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N O R
S U P P O RT N E E D E D ?

L1 Readers who want further information or support on installation

L2 aspects of HF electronic ballasts, are invited to contact their local
L3 Philips support office.
N
Also, for further reading the following printed documentation is
available on request:
C HFR luminaire

- • Application guide to TL/CFL/QL lamp control gear

+ A 160-page booklet explaining all application and installation aspects
C HFR
ballast to lamps
L in depth, ordering number 3222 635 16641.
N
LPS 100
4
3
• Product information leaflets of the individual ballast types
2 HFR luminaire Two- to four-page folders with technical details, ordering numbers
1

- as per item.
+
HFR
ballast to lamps
L
• Compact product information
N A CD-ROM with compact information, including dimensions and
photos, ordering number 3222 991 08201.

• Service policy and product replacement overview for

- + L1 L2 L3 N
HF control gear
to other An historical overview of ballasts, including a replacement table.
Fig. 16. Manual HF regulation. HFR luminaires

Hint:
The dimming control wiring in the installation should be kept
separate from the mains wiring when the length of the wires exceeds
5 m. Otherwise, interference between mains and dimming wiring
might occur.This could cause light flicker or 100 Hz light modulation.
Tip:
If separation of the wiring is not possible, use shielded control wiring.

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 5 5.2 HF ballasts and dimming 6 M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N O R
S U P P O RT N E E D E D ?

L1 Readers who want further information or support on installation

L2 aspects of HF electronic ballasts, are invited to contact their local
L3 Philips support office.
N
Also, for further reading the following printed documentation is
available on request:
C HFR luminaire

- • Application guide to TL/CFL/QL lamp control gear

+ A 160-page booklet explaining all application and installation aspects
C HFR
ballast to lamps
L in depth, ordering number 3222 635 16641.
N
LPS 100
4
3
• Product information leaflets of the individual ballast types
2 HFR luminaire Two- to four-page folders with technical details, ordering numbers
1

- as per item.
+
HFR
ballast to lamps
L
• Compact product information
N A CD-ROM with compact information, including dimensions and
photos, ordering number 3222 991 08201.

• Service policy and product replacement overview for

- + L1 L2 L3 N
HF control gear
to other An historical overview of ballasts, including a replacement table.
Fig. 16. Manual HF regulation. HFR luminaires

Hint:
The dimming control wiring in the installation should be kept
separate from the mains wiring when the length of the wires exceeds
5 m. Otherwise, interference between mains and dimming wiring
might occur.This could cause light flicker or 100 Hz light modulation.
Tip:
If separation of the wiring is not possible, use shielded control wiring.

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