COLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite Instruction Manual

June 6, 2024
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COLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite

FlexElite

IntelliHue, RGBW, RGBA, IntelliWhite

IMPORTANT

  • A Must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with all national and local electrical and construction codes and regulations.

  •  Before installing this product, please visit the product page at www.colorkinetics.com for the latest version of the installation instructions. Due to continuous improvements and innovations, installation instructions may change without notice.

  • FlexElite LED node system must be powered and controlled through a Power/Data Supply such as the PDS-400 48V CA4,
    CM-550 48V CA4 or other approved hardware.

  • Keep nodes in protective packaging shells until final installation.

  • Pre-testing of node sections can be performed in the shipping box.COLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite 1

  • Do not hot swap node sections

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  • Do not overstretch node sections.
  • Record location and a serial number of each node section.

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  • Ensure that main power supply is off before installing or wiring a luminaire.
  • Luminaires have no user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open them.
  • Do not use a luminaire if the lens, housing, or power cables are damaged
  •  Do not attempt to install or use a luminaire until you read and understand the installation instructions and safety labels.
  • The luminaire is suitable for direct mounting on flammable structural materials, i.e., wood, etc.
  • The luminaire shall, under no circumstance, be covered with insulating material of any kind.
  •  Do not hot swap luminaires. Ensure that power to the series is of before connecting or disconnecting individual luminaires.

INSTALLATION

Verify the electrical plan and all necessary surge protection requirementsCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite
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  1. 1. 128 nodes maximum per Power/Data Supply
  2. Minimum node spacing: 305 mm (12 in) on-center
  3. 91.4 m (300 ft) maximum per run (PDS to terminator)
  4. Maximum splitter count: 8 levels per port
    For configurations exceeding these limits: www.colorkinetics.com/global/how- to-buy

Confirm all components received

Keep node sections boxed until final installationCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite
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  1. Leader cable with terminator
  2. Jumper cable (optional)
  3. Node mounting clips (optional)
  4. Dome lens (optional)
  5. Splitter (optional)

Install node mounting clips

Mounting clip spacingCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA
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Do not over stretch node sections. COLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue
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  1. Center screw
  2. Two screws
  3. Zip tie

Install node without mounting clip

Mounting hardware customer supplied

Zip tieCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite
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Attach optional Dome Lens accessory

  • Release air vacuum to restore dome shapeCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite 11
  • Trim Ring can not be repositioned after clampingCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite 12

Remove node from protective packaging shell and secure into mounting clipCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite
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Make sure power is OFF

Connect node sectionsCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA
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  • Leader cable to node sectionsCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite 15
  • Jumper cable to node sectionsCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite 17
  • Direct connect node sectionsCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite 16
  • Jumper cable to jumper cableCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite 15
  • Connecting node strings while maintaining 152.4 mm (6 in) or 304.8 mm (12 in) node spacingCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA IntelliWhite 18

Connect optional SplitterCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA
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Don’t stress connectors. Mount Splitter before attaching node sections.

Mounting optionsCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA
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  1. Zip tie
  2. Center screw

Attach TerminatorCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite IntelliHue RGBW RGBA
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Terminator required at the end of each complete run

Connect leader cable to Power/data supplyCOLOR KINETICS FlexElite
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Refer to PDS-400 48V CA4 or CM-550 48V CA4 Installation Instructions for specific mounting and wiring instructions.

Turn the power ON

Test system when installation is complete

Address luminaires with QuickPlay Pro 2 software

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

  1. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet NMB-003 du Canada.
  2. This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class
  3. For additional Energy Efficiency Class Information, please refer to https://colorkinetics.helpdocs.io/article/cviis2p8qq

© 2021 Signify Holding. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. No representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the information included herein is given and any liability for any action in reliance thereon is disclaimed.

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