Catalog Number

Notes Type

Lighting Control System

FEATURES Network System Controller
The Synergy MLX system controller adds programming, automation and
®

networking capabilities to a Synergy system. Capabilities include individual

circuit switching control of lighting functions for a wide variety of applications.
System outputs respond to time-of-day schedules via the internal time
clock. Additionally, inputs can be accepted from external devices such as
SYSC MLX
simple switches, photocells, occupancy sensors, digital remotes and other
control systems to directly control lighting or override scheduled events. Over
4,000,000 Synergy MLX controllers may be interconnected to provide access
to more than 500,000,000 control outputs from a single switch or schedule.
• Supports all Synergy power modules BACnetTM is an exclusive
trademark of ASHRAE.
• Seven-day scheduling with astronomic clock
• Holiday schedule dates
• Load prioritization setup
• Exclusive Script Logic Application Language Synergy Controller Features
• Programmable switches with interpanel linking System Functions MLS Controller MLX Controller
• Support for SEQUEL® dimming control stations Relay Capacity (No 48 48
Breakers) 96 Total w/Secondary Cabinet 96 Total w/Secondary Cabinet
• Support for Synergy® digital remote stations
Relay Capacity 40 40
• Timed switch overrides (With Breakers) 96 Total w/Secondary Cabinet 96 Total w/Secondary Cabinet
• Analog source monitoring with multiple set points Dimmer Capacity
30 30
60 Total w/Secondary Cabinet 60 Total w/Secondary Cabinet
• Integral keypad with backlit display DALI Capacity 18 18
• All programming stored in non-volatile industrial flash memory card (loops) 36 Total w/Secondary Cabinet 36 Total w/Secondary Cabinet
DMX Channel-to-Output Configured
• Automatic system event logging DMX512 Input via controller software
• Integral lamp burn hours and start counters Scheduling 100 schedules/unlimited events 100 schedules/unlimited events
• BACnetTM compliant network Analog Input YES YES
• Integral RS232 ports PC Support YES YES

• Optional PC software Script Logic YES YES

• Modem option (only one per Synergy system required) allows for remote Logging YES YES

dial up programming and troubleshooting. Priority Logic YES YES

• Optional support for Legacy MiniPac, Sequel, and MaxStar dimmer Network YES YES

cabinets. BACnet® NO YES

• English, Spanish or French operation RS232 YES YES

Modem YES, optional YES, optional
• UL and C-UL listed; CEC certified
Sequel Stations YES YES
Warranty Legacy Dimmers YES, optional YES, optional
Three-year limited warranty. Complete warranty terms located at: Digital Remotes YES YES
www.acuitybrands.com/CustomerResources/Terms_and_conditions.aspx
Note: Actual performance may differ as a result of end-user environment
and application.
Specifications subject to change without notice.

ORDERING INFORMATION Example:  SYSC MLX

Choose the boldface catalog nomenclature that best suits your needs and write it on the
appropriate line. Order accessories as separate catalog number.
SYSC network requires:
• Ethernet networks - CAT5 cable
SYSC MLX • Twisted pair ARCnet network:
Synergy SYA CABLES2 (plenum rated)
OR
Series Controller type Options Belden 3105A (non plenum rated)

MLX Network system MODEM Modem for remote dial-up access

controller with DMX Dimming interface, required for connec-
programmer Accessories
tion to DMX 512 control signal
Order as a separate item.
LEGACY Allows control of one complete network SYA SKIT Permits two SYE enclosures to op-
(255 dimmers) of Legacy MiniPac, erate with a single MLX controller
Sequel, and MaxStar dimmer cabinets.
Replaces master controller on existing SYSW CONFIG WindowsTM configuration soft-
Legacy system. ware and cable
SYA CABLES2 Synergy plenum rated RS485
network cable (Specify length:
250', 500' or 1000')

Controls ©1998-2016 Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., Rev. 05/12/16 SYSC-MLX

SYSC MLX  Network System Controller
SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS
All dimensions are inches (millimeters).
MECHANICAL
Controller weight = 5.5 lbs. (2.6 kg)
• Chassis: plug-in assembly with locking screws, field-installable in SYE
enclosure.
ENVIRONMENTAL
• Operation and storage temperature: 32-104°F (0-40°C).
• Humidity: 10-90% non-condensing. 6
ELECTRICAL (152)

• Power input: 24VDC maximum, supplied by enclosure power supply.

• Data port: front-mounted DB9 RS232 serial communications connector
10.25 5.5
accessible without removal of cover. (260) (140)
• Internal RS232 Port for connection to A/V systems.
• Internal RS485 Port for connection to SEQUEL control stations Synergy®
digital remote stations, and other network devices.
• Internal RS485 ARCNETTM (ANSI 878.1) Port for connection to other Synergy
controllers and BACnetTM systems.
• Internal Ethernet Port for connection to other Synergy® controllers and /or FUNCTIONAL
BACnetTM systems.
• Internal MSTP Port for connection to other Synergy® controllers and or
BACnetTM systems. Disables use of digital control stations. Soft Function Four-line, 80 Character LCD System Status
FUNCTIONAL Keys Display with Backlight LED Indicators
• Program entry: numeric keypad (0-9, back and enter), “soft” function keys,
navigation key cluster (up, down, + and -) for menu navigation and logical entry
selections.
• LCD display: four-line, 80-character with back light.
• LED indicators: network status, local status and DMX true indication.
• Outputs: 128 maximum per controller in typical configurations; map inputs and
schedules to any combination of connected relays, dimmers or controllable
circuit breakers.
• Groups: map output relays and dimmers into logical groups (zones) for as-
sociation to inputs and schedules.
• Switch inputs: 128 maximum per controller, soft-linked through the program to
control any combination of outputs; one minute to 100 hour time-out function
per switch.
• Analog input: maximum of 48, each capable of multiple set-point operation or
tracking operation.
• Priority on switch: switch input set to priority on cannot be overridden off by
any other source until the priority on condition is removed. DB9 Serial Port Navigation Keys
• Priority off switch: switch input set to priority off cannot be overridden on by
any other source until the priority off condition is removed.
• Four levels of priority provide for layering of manual and automatic
functions, supports all 16 BACnetTM priority levels via network commands.
• Schedules: Maximum of 100 independent schedules of time events, number
of events per schedule limited only by system resources. Schedules may be
• PC software: program the controller, download data, upload data and
assigned to days of the week, days of the year, or recurring holiday dates
monitor status using optional Windows 95/98TM, NT, 2000 or XP software via
through 12/31/2200.
front-mounted DB-9 RS232 port, network connection or optional modem con-
• Warn off: automatic flash of lights at scheduled off to warn occupants of nection.
impending off; user selectable from one to 99 minutes.
• Sixty digital stations maximum per MLX controllers.
• Logging: automatic logging of system events including on events, off events,
• Room Assignment: digital station control of up to a 4x8 room matrix that may
relay run time, relay starts, alarms, power up, power down, override on and
be dynamically joined and separated to accommodate partitioned spaces.
override off; 10,000 event maximum storage with automatic overwrite of oldest
Join/separate action for each set of rooms may be triggered by switch input,
data, view log data on LCD display or printout.
digital station, time schedule, or partition sensor.
• DMX Control: control connected loads with DMX control signal using optional
DMX input card. May be configured via hardware settings or through control-
ler software to provide prioritized and conditional control of loads along with NETWORK
other input devices and schedules. • Protocol: BACnetTM, (ANSI / ASHRAE 135-1995) used for network communi-
• Legacy Dimmer Control: control up to 255 legacy MiniPac, Sequel, and Max- cations.
Star dimmers with optional LEGACY card. Synergy controller replaces function • Hardware: RS485 ARCNETTM (ANSI 878.1) token passing, 156 Kbps transmis-
of master controller in existing systems. Legacy dimmers may be controlled by sion speed. Approved cables include Synergy SYA CABLES2 (plenum-rated)
any input or schedule in the Synergy system. or Belden 3105A (non plenum rated).

Synergy Lighting Controls

1335 Industrial Blvd, Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: 800-533-2719
SYSC-MLX ©1998-2016 Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., Rev. 05/12/16 www.synergylightingcontrols.com