Oelo Evolution App User Manual

: June 30, 2024
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Table of Contents

Evolution App
Product Information
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
Initial Setup
Create Your Account
Connect Your Controller
Check The Controller Indicator Lights
Connect To Your WiFi
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
If I Can’t Connect to WiFi?

Evolution App

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Product Information

Specifications

Product Name: Oelo Multi-Color Lighting System
Compatibility: Works with Alexa and Google Home
Control: Oelo Evolution App
Connectivity: WiFi
Manufacturer: OELO LIGHTING SOLUTIONS

Product Usage Instructions

Initial Setup

Step 1: Download the OELO EVOLUTION App from
the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Create Your Account

Step 2: Plug in the Oelo controller box and
wait for power to turn on.

Step 3: Open the Oelo Evolution App and create
an account if it’s your first time signing in.

Connect Your Controller

Step 4: Select FIND MY CONTROLLER in the
app.

Step 5: Wait for the app to find the
Controller. Stand close to it for faster results.

Step 6: Select your WiFi network and enter the
network password.

Check The Controller Indicator Lights

Step 7: Check the Red Light indicator for
power. If not illuminated, troubleshoot accordingly.

Connect To Your WiFi

Step 8: Wait for WiFi connection.

Step 9: Enter a name for your controller.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If I Can’t Connect to WiFi?

Solution: Check the Control Box Antenna.
Disconnect power, ensure antenna connection, and rerun setup.

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EVOLUTION
APP MANUAL

APP DOWNLOAD………………………….2 ACCOUNT SETUP………………………….3 CONNECT CONTROLLER ……….. 4 5 ZONE SETUP…………………………….. 6 7 MAIN APP NAVIGATION……………….8 SETTINGS ………………………………………9 LIGHTING SCREEN …………………….. 10 MOVEMENT MODES………………….. 11 PATTERNS………………………………..12 13 SPOTLIGHT MODE ……………………. 13 SCHEDULES …………………………… 14 15 TROUBLESHOOTING……………. 16 19 MATERIAL REFERENCES…………… 20

INDEX

LAST UPDATED 03.2024

GETTING STARTED

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Oelo multi-color lighting system. This manual is for the setup and operation of the OELO LIGHTING SOLUTIONS EVOLUTION APP, which can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

INITIAL SETUP: DOWNLOAD THE EVOLUTION APP

STEP 1: Search “OELO,” then download the OELO EVOLUTION App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. (Look for the light blue icon for our latest app version.)

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Your Oelo Evolution System works with Alexa and Google Home. For setup and commands, please visit oelo.com/resources/manuals for separate instructions.
INITIAL SETUP CONTINUED: CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT
STEP 2: Plug in the Oelo controller box and wait for power to turn on. POWER / CONNECTION INDICATORS
Red Light: The Controller is receiving power. Blue Light Slow Flash: The Controller is starting up, updating or attempting to connect. Blue Light Fast Flash: The Controller is ready to connect to the App. Continue to Step 3. Blue Light: The Control Box is connected (after Step 9 completion on the following pages).

PRO TIP: Oelo Delaers can connect via the Controller AP, if they want to test the lights without an account.

STEP 3: Open the Oelo Evolution App. If this is your first time signing in, please create an account. >
(If you are an existing Oelo customer, who purchased a controller retrofit, you also will need to create a new Oelo Evolution account.)

STEP 4: To create your account, tap “Don’t have an account?” and complete the Sign Up form.
CONTINUE CONTROLLER SETUP

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CONNECT YOUR CONTROLLER
Connect your Oelo Controller to your smartphone to operate your lights from anywhere in the world!
INITIAL SETUP CONTINUED: FIND YOUR CONTROLLER

STEP 5: Select FIND MY CONTROLLER.

STEP 6: Wait for the App to find the Controller. Stand close to the Controller for the fastest results.

STEP 7: Select your WiFi network from the dropdown menu and enter your network password.

STEP 1: CHECK THE CONTROLLER INDICATOR LIGHTS

Red Light: The Controller is receiving power. (If this light is not illuminated, check that 1) a breaker hasn’t been tripped, 2) the box is plugged in and 3) the Power Switch is flipped in the ON position (toward the orange connectors).

If the Red Light is off and the above steps don’t help, “re-boot” your box by unplugging and plugging it back in, then watch for the Blue Light to run through this series …
Blue Light Slow Flash: The Controller is starting up, updating or attempting to connect.

Blue Light Fast Flash: The Controller is ready to connect to the App. Return to Step 5. (The Blue Light will stop flashing and glow solid once Steps 5-8 are completed successfully.)

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INITIAL SETUP CONTINUED: CONNECT TO YOUR WIFI

STEP 8: Wait for WiFi connection.

STEP 9: Enter a name for your controller, like “Home.”

IF YOU CAN’T CONNECT:

STEP 2: CHECK CONTROL BOX ANTENNA
If re-powering the Control Box does not work, check the Control Box Antenna. Disconnect the power first before touching the antenna! Ensure the antenna is connected to the Controller by firmly pressing down on the antenna attachment, then run through the initial setup instructions.

STEP 3: CHECK NETWORK RANGE
Make sure the Controller is within range of your WiFi network and confirm your network is working properly.

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ZONE SETUP

Oelo’s state-of-the-art controller touts SIX INDIVIDUALLY ADDRESSABLE OUTPUTS, which allows you to control more than half a dozen zones separately from one controller for creative, hybrid installs and out-and-down lighting effects!

MORE ABOUT OELO “ZONES”

WHAT ARE ZONES?
Zones are separate light strand outputs that you can control independently from one another, allowing you to run different colors, movements and patterns from each zone. Each Oelo Controller can support up to six Zones. Before installation, your installer would have determined how best to illuminate your structure(s) and if zones were needed.
BELOW IS AN EXAMPLE OF HOW ZONES CAN BE UTILIZED:

Zone Outputs

Zone 1 Signal Output Zone 2 Signal Output Zone 3 Signal Output Zone 4 Signal Output Zone 5 Signal Output Zone 6 Signal Output

Rear Lighting

ZONE 1: The first Zone runs across the first- and second-floor facade, facing OUTWARD, to create traditional lighting.

ZONE 2: The second Zone is hung DOWNWARD to create a wall-wash effect, as well as security/spotlighting.

ZONE 3: A third Zone is installed on the REAR of the home for its own separate backyard/patio lighting.

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INITIAL SETUP CONTINUED: ZONE SETUP

STEP 10: Configure your Zones.

Tap to select which Controller you are configuring. (Customers with large properties or multiple buildings may have multiple controllers. The Oelo Evolution App allows users to operate any controller from one login.)

Select YES or NO to enable or disable Zone Outputs. (Zones are enabled by default.)

Tap NAME to change the name of the selected Zone. (Example Names: Front Out, Front Down, Rear Patio.)

Input how many LEDS that Zone contains.

Select your MIRROR ZONE settings:
· The Independent selection allows the Zone to function separately.
· The Mirror selection lets you choose another Zone that you would like to mirror.

Tap or 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 to switch to a different Zone.

Click UPDATE CONTROLLER to save your Zone changes.

Light Count

Zone Location
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LEDs

TIP!: Use the supplied label to document your zones and apply this sticker inside your control box.

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MAIN APP NAVIGATION
MAIN APP NAVIGATION: YOUR ESSENTIAL CONTROLS
MAIN APP NAVIGATION The Oelo Evolution App offers these essential controls:
Select the GEAR icon for account settings.
Use the LIGHTING controls to customize your LEDs colors, pattern, movement and LED count. PAGE 10 Tap PATTERNS to choose a light sequence from our cus om p erns or Oe o pre-set patterns. PAGE 12 Add security lighting or highlight structural features with Oelo’s SPOTLIGHT feature. PAGE 13 Schedule your lighting patterns in advance with Oelo’s SCHEDULES option. PAGE 14 Tap ZONES OFF to turn lights off manually.

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ACCOUNT SETTINGS Select the GEAR icon for these account settings.

MY ACCOUNT: Update your email, time zones and passwords here.

CONTROLLER SETTINGS: Modify Controller Zone settings here. PAGE 6-7

ADD CONTROLLER: Need to add more Controllers? Tap Add Controller, then see Page 4 instructions.

INVITE USERS: Share control of your Oelo Controller(s) with others.

DARK/LIGHT MODE: Adjust your app’s Dark / Light display preferences.

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LIGHTING CONTROLS
OPERATING YOUR LIGHTS: LED CUSTOMIZATION

LIGHTING CONTROLS
Upon launching your App, you can customize your lights colors, pattern, movement and LED count on the LIGHTING screen using these controls:
1 Tap SELECT ZONE(S) to customize one or more zones. The selected Zone(s) will be shown above the color wheel.
+ 2 Hit the button to add the number of LEDs in a pattern,
then tap the LED CIRCLE to customize the LED. Select the button and tap one of the LEDs in the pattern to delete.
3 Slide the MARKER around to change the hue. 4 Raise and lower the DIMMER to adjust color brightness. 5 Tap RECENT to choose past colors for easy re- selection. 6 Select WHITES to quickly choose a white hue. 7 Choose PRESET for a selection of standard vibrant colors. 8 Tap RGB VALUES to adjust colors precisely. 9 Tap PATTERNS to choose a lighting sequence from your
favorite custom patterns or an Oelo pre-set pattern.
10 Tap MOVEMENT to modify your pattern’s movement. 11 Select SET PATTERN to display your lighting sequence. 12 Tap SAVE AS PATTERN to save your lighting sequence.

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MOVEMENT MODES

OPERATING YOUR LIGHTS: MOVEMENT CUSTOMIZATION

MOVEMENT MODE

The Evolution App offers a variety of

MOVEMENT MODES that lets you customize

how the lights move, fade and pulse. You

can even change the speed and gaps in

the movement mode to further customize

your lights. Tap the

button

on the LIGHTING SCREEN to view all of the

movement modes. Select a mode, modify

and then save.

STATIONARY Choose this mode for an iconic Christmas look.

CHASE Pick two colors (or more) to chase each other.

RIVER Blend transitioning hues for a flowing effect.

STORM Flash random lightning across blended colors.

ARCADE Let a hue fill in the strand, gradually slowing.

FILL Create a fill effect with this in-ward movement.

SHUFFLE Shuffle one hue for another for a fun effect.

STREAK Control speed and gaps to create a streak effect.

BLEND Blend two colors for a gradient effect.

MARCH March your favorite repeated hues.

SPLIT Evenly split two colors for a dual-lighting result.

TWINKLE Drastically fade each LED for a twinkle effect.

BOLT Shoot a color through the strand for a bolt effect.

LIGHTNING Add an extra jolt to your stagnant colors!

SPRINKLE Slightly fade each LED for a sprinkling illusion.

TAKEOVER Take over your marching pattern with the last hue.

PLUS, SPOTLIGHT ENTRYWAYS, WALKWAYS AND MORE! Turn on (and off) select LEDs for security lighting. PAGE 13

STATIONARY

STREAK

SPLIT

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PATTERNS

PRE MADE AND CUSTOM PATTERNS!

The Evolution App offers more than

55+ pre-made patterns to celebrate most

any favorite occasion! You can find these

patterns by selecting the PATTERNS icon

in the App’s main footer navigation or

by tapping the

on the

LIGHTING screen. You also can create,

save and re-use your own custom

patterns! (Look for

under on the

Patterns page.)

USING OELO’S PRE SET PATTERNS

WANT TO SHARE YOUR CUSTOM PATTERNS?
Create and save your own custom patterns using the instructions on Page 13. Then, CLICK THE SHARE ICON.
1. Choose how you would like to share the pattern with a friend (ie. text, email, social media, etc.)
2. Your friend will receive a link to input their Oelo credentials. Wah lah! Your pattern will be shared to “Your PATTERNS.” If you do not see the shared pattern, close and re-open the app to refresh your system.

Edited pre-set patterns will be saved to YOUR PATTERNS.

STEP 1: Toggle to the PATTERNS screen.
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STEP 2: Choose one of the categories to see the pre-made patterns.

FOR SPORTS FANS! Be sure to check out our new Sports patterns categories!

STEP 3: Edit or select one of the patterns and hit to display. Note: If you edit a pre-set pattern, it will appear in your custom patterns.

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CREATING AND SAVING YOUR OWN CUSTOM PATTERNS

Patterns will be saved to YOUR PATTERNS.

STEP 1: Add LEDs (+ and ) to the pattern and select your COLORS with the LIGHTING screen’s various color tools.

STEP 2: Tap the LIGHTING screen’s button to select, modify and save your Movement Mode settings.

STEP 3: Upon saving, you will return to the LIGHTING screen. Tap the
button to display your sequence.

STEP 4: Tap the LIGHTING
screen’s button to save and name the sequence. Your pattern will be saved under Patterns > Your PATTERNS.

USING THE SPOTLIGHT FEATURE

SPOTLIGHT ENTRYWAYS, WALKWAYS AND MORE!
Turn on (and off) select LEDs for security lighting. STEP 1: To spotlight your building, tap the SPOTLIGHT icon in the main navigation.

Saved Spotlight Patterns can be found in YOUR PATTERNS.

STEP 2: Select your spotlight COLOR using the color wheel, white pre-sets or other color selector tools.

STEP 3: TAP THE LEDS in the light strand that you want to illuminate.
(The LEDs will change to the selected hue. Slide the LEDs side to side to view all of the LEDs in your strand.)

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to display your selections,

and push

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create a re-usable pattern

(saved in YOUR PATTERNS).

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SCHEDULES The SCHEDULES calendar icon at the bottom of your phone is used to create a lighting schedule. Use this feature to schedule out daily, weekly or yearly use. SCHEDULING PATTERNS

STEP 1: Tap SCHEDULES in the main navigation.

STEP 2: Select CREATE NEW SCHEDULE, then …

1 Choose SCHEDULE TYPE to change

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the schedule repetition:

Daily: Displays every day.
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Day/Day(s) of Week (Repeats Weekly):

Choose which days of the week that

you would like to repeat your pattern on

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a weekly basis.

On Date(s) (Repeats Yearly): Select start and end date; repeats every year.
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On Date(s) (One Time): Choose start and end date; does not repeat.

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change what time the pattern begins

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and ends, either At Set Time, At Sunset

or At Sunrise.

3 Tap PATTERN CATEGORY/PATTERN to

choose which category and pattern to

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schedule, choosing from My Patterns

(your saved custom light patterns) or

Pre-Set Patterns (Oelo’s patterns).

4 Enable which ZONES are controlled by the schedule.

5 NAME your schedule.

6 SAVE SCHEDULE.

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Never miss a holiday again by scheduling your lights well in advance!

STEP 3: Tap the SLIDER BUTTON to enable/disable the schedule. Your lights will run automatically.

STEP 4: To modify existing schedules, tap EDIT to change the schedule. Tap SAVE to confirm the changes.

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SETUP TROUBLESHOOTING

Things to Check Verify your Controller is working properly
Check your Oelo App permissions Update the light count in your Oelo App
Disconnect your Oelo system from power Restart your Oelo App

Additional Steps … Red Light: The Controller is receiving power. (If this light is not illuminated, check that 1) a breaker hasn’t been tripped, 2) the box is plugged in and 3) the Power Switch is flipped in the ON position (toward the orange connectors).
If the Red Light is off and the above steps don’t help, “re-boot” your box by unplugging and plugging it back in, then watch for the Blue Light to run through this series …
Blue Light Slow Flash: The Controller is starting up, updating or attempting to connect. Blue Light Fast Flash: The Controller is ready to connect to the App. Blue Light indicates the Controller is connected.
If the Blue Light is not flashing or stationary appropriately during the sequence, unplug your Control Box, plug it back in and re-launch your app and follow the Initial Setup Steps on Page 3.
A. Navigate to your phone’s SETTINGS > APPS > OELO EVOLUTION APP > PERMISSIONS. B. Allow the Oelo App access to the LOCATIONS, NETWORK and DATA. C. Relaunch the Oelo App and follow the Initial Setup Steps on Page 3.
A. In the CUSTOMER FOLDER provided to you when you received your system, you will find your total light count.
B. In the app, tap the SETTINGS ICON, then CONTROLLER SETTINGS. C. Update the LED COUNT for each ZONE to the correct amount. Hit SAVE.
A. Flip the breaker associated with the Oelo system. B. Flip the breaker back on and test that your lights work.
A. Close your Oelo App and reopen it. If it is not fixed… B. Uninstall then re-download the OELO EVOLUTION App from the Apple App Store or
Google Play Store.

Factory reset the Control Unit

A. On the CONTROL UNIT BOARD, press and hold the TEST button for 5 seconds until the light strand turns RED.
B. Wait for the BLUE light on the CONTROL UNIT BOARD to start flashing quickly. This indicates that the Control Unit is ready to connect.
C. Relaunch the Oelo App and follow the Initial Setup Steps on Page 3.

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CONTROLLER NOT FOUND

Things to Check Verify your Controller is working properly
Verify the antenna is connected properly

Additional Steps … Red Light: The Controller is receiving power. (If this light is not illuminated, check that 1) a breaker hasn’t been tripped, 2) the box is plugged in and 3) the Power Switch is flipped in the ON position (toward the orange connectors).
If the Red Light is off and the above steps don’t help, “re-boot” your box by unplugging and plugging it back in, then watch for the Blue Light to run through this series …
Blue Light Slow Flash: The Controller is starting up, updating or attempting to connect. Blue Light Fast Flash: The Controller is ready to connect to the App. Blue Light indicates the Controller is connected.
If the Blue Light is not flashing or stationary appropriately during the sequence, unplug your Control Box, plug it back in and re-launch your app and follow the Initial Setup Steps on Page 3.
A. Ensure the antenna is connected to the Controller. Disconnect power first before touching the antenna!
B. Firmly press down on the antenna attachment. C. Relaunch the Oelo App and follow the Initial Setup Steps on Page 3.

Restart your Oelo App
Disconnect your Oelo system from power Restart your Oelo App

A. Close your Oelo App and reopen it. If it is not fixed… B. Uninstall then re-download the OELO EVOLUTION App from the Apple App Store or
Google Play Store.
A. Flip the breaker associated with the Oelo System. B. Flip the breaker back on and test that your lights work.
A. On the CONTROL UNIT BOARD, press and hold the TEST button for 5 seconds until the light strand turns RED.
B. Wait for the BLUE light on the CONTROL UNIT BOARD to start flashing quickly. This indicates that the Control Unit is ready to connect.
C. Relaunch the Oelo App and follow the initial setup steps on Page 3.

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LIGHTS ISSUES

Issue My lights don’t turn on

Solution
Solution 1 — Reset your system: If you have not used your Oelo System frequently, it may need a reboot. A. Turn off your system and unplug it for 10 minutes. B. If Step A does not work, flip the breaker that your system is connected to.
Solution 2 – Verify that your Control Unit is working properly: A working Oelo System will have 2 lights on inside the Control Unit, 1 RED and 1 BLUE.
Red Light: The Controller is receiving power. (If this light is not illuminated, check that 1) a breaker hasn’t been tripped, 2) the box is plugged in and 3) the Power Switch is flipped in the ON position (toward the orange connectors).

If the Red Light is off and the above steps don’t help, “re-boot” your box by unplugging and plugging it back in, then watch for the Blue Light to run through this series …

Blue Light Slow Flash: The Controller is starting up, updating or attempting to connect. Blue Light Fast Flash: The Controller is ready to connect to the App. Blue Light indicates the Controller is connected.

If the Blue Light is not flashing or stationary appropriately during the sequence, unplug your Control Box, plug it back in and re-launch your app and follow the Initial Setup Steps on Page 3.

Solution 1 – Turn Off All Zones: In the Oelo App, tap ZONES OFF on the bottom bar.

My lights won’t shut off

Solution 2 – Restart your Oelo App: Close your Oelo App and reopen it, attempting to turn the lights off.
Solution 2 – Factory reset your Oelo System: On the CONTROL UNIT BOARD, press and hold the TEST button for 5 seconds until the light strand turns RED. Wait for the BLUE light on the CONTROL UNIT BOARD to start flashing quickly. This indicates that the Control Unit is ready to connect. Relaunch the Oelo App.

Only a portion of my lights respond
One or more LEDs won’t turn on

Solution 1 – Update Light Count in the Oelo App: A. In the app, tap the SETTINGS ICON, then CONTROLLER SETTINGS. B. Update the LED COUNT for each ZONE to the correct amount. Hit SAVE.
Solution 2 – Factory reset your Oelo System: On the CONTROL UNIT BOARD, press and hold the TEST button for 5 seconds until the light strand turns RED. Wait for the BLUE light on the CONTROL UNIT BOARD to start flashing quickly. This indicates that the Control Unit is ready to connect. Relaunch the Oelo App and follow the initial setup steps on Page 3.
Solution 1 – Update Light Count in the Oelo App: A. In the app, tap the SETTINGS ICON, then CONTROLLER SETTINGS. B. Update the LED COUNT for each ZONE to the correct amount. Hit SAVE.
Solution 2 – Replace the LED(s). (See oelo.com/troubleshooting for instructions.)

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WIRING ISSUES

COMMON INSTALLATION MISTAKES

S GND +VCC

Common Mistakes: Connecting the 3-Core Wire to Control Unit:
A. Insert the -GND 3-Core Wire to the BLACK CONDUCTOR OUTPUT. Clamp the Conductor down.
B. Insert the S 3-Core Wire to lowest numbered S-Port (numbered 1-6). C. Insert the +VCC 3-Core Wire to the RED CONDUCTOR OUTPUT.
Clamp the Conductor down.

Note: Make sure there is no wiring left exposed when the Conductors are clamped down.

Common Mistakes: Facing the Output Arrow in the right direction:
A. Check your connections to verify that the output arrow, located on each Light Puck, is pointing AWAY from the Control Unit.
B. If the arrow is not pointing away from the Control Unit, you will have to cut out that Light Strand section and reverse the orientation.
C. You can learn how to replace an LED at oelo.com/troubleshooting. D. After verifying that all arrows are facing the correct direction, test the system.

WIRING SYSTEM

Installing Jumper Core Cables

Common Mistakes: Installing Jumper Cables:
A. Strip the Light Strand’s “S” and “VCC” wires. B. Strip the 3-Core Jumper Cable’s “GND” , “S” and “VCC” wires. C. Using Butt Connectors, insert the wires, connecting GND-GND,
S-S and VCC-VCC. D. Crimp the Butt Connectors on both side of the center silver line. E. Using a Butane torch, apply heat to the connectors, shrinking them completely. F. Repeat steps A-E on the other end of the Jumper Cable with a new Light
Strand and continue wiring.

If your system is still not functioning after following solution instructions, please fill out our Troubleshooting Form (to specify a contact time) at:
oelo.com/troubleshooting 970-212-3676 OR call our troubleshooting desk at:

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ADDITIONAL REFERENCES

Materials
Acrylic Installation Manual

Reference Link oelo.com/resources/manuals

Metal Installation Manual

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MANUALS

Oelo Evolution Guide oelo.com/resources/manuals

Troubleshooting Support Form

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