PAL PCR-3DMX Lighting Controller Instructions
- June 13, 2024
- PAL
Table of Contents
PCR-3DMX-8Z LIGHTING CONTROLLER
INSTRUCTIONS
DIMENSIONS
Knockout Instructions
It is recommended that the cover is fitted and the cover screws tight when the
knockouts are being removed.
When removing the knock outs place a flat blade screwdriver with a 3/16” (4mm)
blade as shown and a light hit with a hammer to the head of the screw driver
will allow the Knockout to be removed.
Alternatively drill location points are located in the centre of each Knock
out to allow the use of a hole saw to remove the knockouts.
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE 16/35/65 WATT PCR-3DMX CLASS 2 OUTDOOR DRIVER/RECEIVER FOR 12V D/C PAL 4 WIRE LED LIGHTS
FEATURES
- Easy to Install
- UL Listed Class 2 Power Supply / Swimming Pool and Spa Transformer (WDGV)
- IP65 Wet Location Construction
- Constant 24V DC Output Voltage over the Supply
- 3 Year Warranty Period
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This PCR-3DMX Class 2 power supply is specifically designed to supply 24V DC
to power the PAL 4 Wire UL Listed LED Pool lights.
The PCR-3DMX must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code
by a Certified Electrician or Qualified Pool Technician.
NOTE: No bonding is required from this Class 2 power supply to the UL
Listed PAL Pool Light fixtures as they are made of an all plastic construction
and comply with NEC article 680 requirements.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR PCR-2MX RGB OUTDOOR DRIVER
Step 1. The 8Z DMX Driver is a Class 2 Power Supply is a Weatherproof
construction (IP65) and should be mounted on a flat surface using the mounting
legs on the enclosure with appropriate fixtures for the mounting substrate and
in a suitable position to suit the intended location of the PAL 4 Wire LED
Pool Lights and installed to comply with all the requirements of the National
Electrical Code (NEC) and all relevant local codes and ordinances.
NOTE: The Driver Enclosure must be located a minimum distance of 5 feet
measured horizontally from the inside wall of the pool and not less than 1
foot above the maximum pool water level measured to the top of the Driver
Enclosure.
NOTE: The enclosure must be mounted using the mounting legs on the
enclosure with the screw set supplied. If the enclosure is to be mounted on a
concrete or block wall, mark out the mounting hole locations and drill 3/16”
holes using a masonry drill then fit the Star Plugs supplied into the holes
and fix using the stainless steel screws supplied.
Step 2. Using the front left entry connect the 100-240V power supply to
NEC code requirements.
Note: BLUE IS NEGATIVE (NEUTRAL) and BROWN IS POSITIVE (HOT)
Step 3. Using the remaining conduit entries at the bottom of the 8Zone
DMX connect the 4 core wire from the PAL 4 WIRE LED LIGHTS. Please ensure the
4 cores are connected to the correct terminals.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR PCR-3DMX RGB OUTDOOR DRIVER
Notes:
- If using twist on wire connectors ensure the wires are not being pulled out from the JST (White) Clip in the back. Tightening wire connectors with too much tension on the PAL wires can cause them to pull out from the clip and not make a sufficient connection.
- Driver can only be tested with a DMX signal present.
- All dipswitches in the vertical orientation (SW 6, SW 7, SW 9, SW 5) should be in the “OFF” position.
PCR DMX Operation
The DMX input module allows remote DMX control over the two zone outputs in
the PCR 2Z.
Installation
Note: It is recommended to use shielded DMX wire/cable or shielded
twisted pair cable (i.e. CAT5e or 6 cable)
- Connect DMX input to “IN” screw terminal block, connections as indicated on the PCB.
- Connect DMX loop to “THRU” screw terminal block.
- If no loop out is used, place supplied shunt across “TERM” pins.
- Set DMX address as per the table on the following page.
Operation
Signal LED
When in DMX mode the “CPU” LED on the PCB operates as a DMX signal indicator. This LED is illuminated during the DMX packet – its flash rate is dependent upon the DMX controller being used. At high rates of refresh the signal LED may not appear to flash.
The Signal LED is located at the first VERTICAL DIPSWITCH (SW 6) located below the ethernet port just to the left of the fuses. See diagram for location.
The next three LEDS along the VERTICAL dipswitches (SW 6, SW 7, SW 9, and SW 5) should be illuminated when the driver has power.
Loss of DMX
The output levels are held for 60 seconds after the DMX is lost, after which
time the output is driven off. After an additional 60 seconds of no DMX
signal, the fan will turn off.
Other
The software includes temperature limiting – if the temperature goes over
about 60C the output levels are reduced.
The PCR DMX input does not support RDM.
If you are using only one driver for DMX you will only have the far right
HORIZONTAL dipswitch (SW 1) in the “ON” position. Signifying the starting
Channel is 1.
If you are using multiple drivers, Each 8 Zone driver has a total of 24
channels.
For example, if you have one 8 zone driver and one 2 zone driver, Your 8 zone
driver will be channels 1-24, and your 2 zone driver will start on channel 25.
Following the Dipswitch chat given.
Starting Channel Table
8 Zone Channel Allocations
Troubleshooting 8 zone driver
No Power?
Ensure your 120v power supply has good connection to the Blue and Brown Wires.
Brown Should be connected on the TOP of the JST Clip (located behind the PCB
board on the left) Blue on the bottom
No DMX Signal
Check and ensure connections VIA the Green BUS terminals.
Ensure the same wires are connected in the same spots. For example, BLUE is
positive on driver, and blue is positive on DMX transmitter.
Ensure DMX transmitter has power
Ensure the DMX controller is programmed for the proper channels.
DMX Signal but no lights
Ensure your starting channel in your DMX controller is correct. Ensure
dipswitches match
Colors are incorrect
Check coding in the DMX controller and ensure no numbers were skipped in
programming of the Driver
8 Zone Programming channels for DMX controller (For Single 8 zone driver)
Zone 1: Red 1 Green 2 Blue 3
Zone 2: Red 4 Green 5 Blue 6
Zone 3: Red 7 Green 8 Blue 9
Zone 4: Red 10 Green 11 Blue 12
Zone 5: Red 13 Green 14 Blue 15
Zone 6: Red 16 Green 17 Blue 18
Zone 7: Red 19 Green 20 Blue 21
Zone 8: Red 22 Green 23 Blue 24