Oelo 36VSystem-2024 Acrylic Aluminum System Installation Guide

: July 1, 2024
: oelo

Table of Contents

36VSystem-2024 Acrylic Aluminum System
Specifications:
Product Usage Instructions:
1. Familiarize Yourself with the Components:
2. Hang/Wire the Control Box:
3. Hang the Cover Components:
4. Wire the System:
5. Apply the Finishing Touches:
6. Compare Your Structure to Samples:
- FAQ:
Q: Can I connect multiple light strands together?
Q: How do I cut down the Aluminum Covers?

36VSystem-2024 Acrylic Aluminum System

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Specifications:

Control Unit provides 6 Signal Outputs and power for up to 300
lights per Power Supply
3-Core Cable for positive, ground, and signal wiring
Pink and Blue Butt Connectors for wire connections
Light Strand consists of 40 LED lights, equating to roughly 30′
linear feet
Acrylic and Aluminum Cover Components for weather-resistant
housing

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Familiarize Yourself with the Components:

Understand the Control Unit, 3-Core Cable, Butt Connectors,
Light Strand, and Cover Components.

2. Hang/Wire the Control Box:

Mount the Control Unit using the supplied Mounting Screws on
drywall or paneling. Connect the 3-Core Cable to the Control
Unit.

3. Hang the Cover Components:

Assemble the Acrylic or Metal Cover Components to create a
weather-resistant housing for the lighting system.

4. Wire the System:

Connect the Light Strand to the Control Unit using the 3-Core
Cable and Butt Connectors as needed.

5. Apply the Finishing Touches:

Install the Light Clips onto the LED lights and snap them into
the Cover to hold them in place securely.

6. Compare Your Structure to Samples:

Refer to the provided samples to ensure your installation
matches the recommended setup.

FAQ:

Q: Can I connect multiple light strands together?

A: Yes, you can splice light strands together for up to 300
lights. For more than 300 lights, use an additional Power Supply or
Boost Box.

Q: How do I cut down the Aluminum Covers?

A: Use a plastic saw or fine-tooth circular saw to cut the 8′
Aluminum Covers down to the required size.

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OELO INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR SYSTEMS PURCHASED AFTER 3.15.24

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How to use this manual …

1 Familiarize yourself with the components 2 Hang/wire the Control Box 3 Hang the Cover components
Acrylic Systems Metal Systems
4 Wire the system
5 Apply the finishing touches 6 Compare your structure to these samples

PAGE 4-7 PAGE 8-11
PAGE 12-13 PAGE 14-15 PAGE 16-21
PAGE 21 PAGE 22-23

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COMPONENTS GLOSSARY

Below are key installation components you will want to familiarize yourself with before installing.

Control Unit
3-Core Wire Power Cord Mounting Screws

Control Unit Components
CONTROL UNIT: The Control Unit provides 6 Signal Outputs (or Zones) and power for up to 300 lights per Power Supply (225′ to 550′ systems require additional Power Supply.)
3-CORE STRAIN RELIEF: Located on the bottom left of the Control Unit, this larger Strain Relief feeds the 3-Core Cable from the Control Unit to the rest of the system.
(There is a second, optional Strain Relief port for additional 3-Core Cables, should you utilize more than 3 Signal Outputs.)
POWER CORD STRAIN RELIEF: Located on the bottom right of the Control Unit box, this Strain Relief feeds the pre-wired Power Cord from the Control Unit to the outlet.
MOUNTING SCREWS + ANCHORS: The (3) supplied screws attach the Control Unit Box to interior drywall (or exterior paneling).
OPTIONAL BOOST BOX: Provides additional power to systems with more than 300 lights, or Control Boxes without a second power supply.

Boost Box

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3-Core Cable
Pink Butt Connector Blue Butt Connector
Light Strand Light Clip

Wiring Components
3-CORE CABLE: Provides the system with three wires for positive (+VCC), ground (GND) and signal (S) wiring, used for connecting the Control Box to the light strand and or for adding Jumpers to a different Light Strand (see Page 17, Step 9 for Jumper instructions).
BUTT CONNECTORS: Provides a waterproof connection for multiple wires via crimping and heat shrinking.
PINK BUTT CONNECTORS: Used for “S” Signal wires; wires can be inserted into each of this narrow butt connector.
BLUE BUTT CONNECTORS: Used for +VCC and GND wires; each wire inserted into each end of this wide butt connector.
LIGHT STRANDS: Each light strand is made up of 40 LED lights and equates to roughly 30′ linear feet in the system. Light strings can be spliced together for up to 300 lights. (Note: Light strings can be spliced together for up to 600 lights if additional power is
introduced with second Power Supply or Boost Box. See Step 10 and 11.)
LIGHT CLIPS: Snap onto the LED light and then snap into the Cover to hold the light in place. The top of the light clip has a notch.

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COMPONENTS GLOSSARY CONTINUED

Cover Back

Screws

Bottom of Cover
Inserting the Lens into the Back

Cover Clip

Cover Lens

Endcap Back Endcap Cover Extension Connector Back Extension Connector Cover

ACRYLIC Cover Components
ALUMINUM COVERS: Together, the ACRYLIC system components on this page create the system’s weather-resistant housing for the lighting components. Covers come in 8′ lengths; they can be cut down to size with a plastic saw or fine- tooth circular saw.
COVER RUNS: Any series of Covers that run together in one linear line.
COVER BACKS: Snap into the Endcap Backs and Extension Connectors (below) to provide housing for the Light String. The bottom of the Cover Back is thicker than the top.
COVER CLIPS: Position in between the Endcaps and Extension Connectors to support the system’s the Cover.
COVER LENS: Insert into the Cover Clip and over the Cover Back in the final stages to provide a weather-resistant structure for the lighting.
COVER SCREWS: Included with your kit to install Backs and Clips.
ENDCAPS: The Endcap is used at the start and end of a run.
ENDCAP BACKS: Screw to the fascia and provide a key locking fixture for the Cover.
ENDCAP COVERS: Snap over the ENDCAP BACK in the final stages to provide a weather-resistant structure for lighting components.
EXTENSION CONNECTORS: The Extension Connectors are used to connect Cover runs that are longer than 8′.
EXTENSION CONNECTOR BACKS: Screw to the fascia and provide a key locking fixture for the Cover.
EXTENSION CONNECTOR COVERS: Snap over the EXTENSION BACK in the final stages to provide a weather-resistant structure for lighting components.

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METAL Cover Components
METAL COVERS: Together, the METAL system components on this page create the system’s structure for housing the lighting components. Covers come in 7.5′ lengths (90″); they can be cut down to size with a metal-appropriate saw or hand shears. These covers are available in different bends to fit your structure. METAL COVER CAPS: These “Caps” help complete the look of your metal install (for C, CS, CL and CLT Bends only). Not only do these caps act as End Connectors to seal the end of the channel for a finished, pest-free design, but they also double as Extension Connectors to help secure channel together for a seamless finish. METAL COVER SCREWS: Included with your kit to install the Metal Cover and Caps. These screws are colored to match your Cover color. OPTIONAL METAL COVER BACKS: If your Cover overhangs the fascia, these optional Cover Backs can be mounted on the backside of your Cover to seal your housing and to hide the wiring inside the Cover.
Acrylic or metal system mounting inspiration
Oelo’s cover systems can be mounted a variety of ways to achieve different lighting effects. Check out these website pages for inspiration:
oelo.com/commercial-mounting-chart oelo.com/residential-mounting-chart
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HANGING THE CONTROL BOX

STEP 1

Hanging the Control Unit

Control Unit
3-Core Wire Power Cord Mounting Screws

A. First, choose the Control Unit location. The Control Unit can be hung indoors or outdoors but should be placed:
i. Near a power source (a standard 120V outlet). ii. Near the start of the lighting channel. iii. IMPORTANT: Close to the property’s WiFi router. (If WiFi is weak, the
system can be connected to the Internet via an Ethernet connection.)
B. Screw the box to the wall, using:
i. The (3) supplied screws and anchors (in the plastic bag) for interior drywall ii. Or 1 1/2″ wood screws alone for exteriors

WARNING: Do NOT plug in the system until ALL wiring is complete. Wiring while the system is live will void warranty.

Screw Hole For Mounting

Control Unit Opened

Screw Hole For Mounting

Second power supply to power to 300 additional lights. (This power supply is included on kits 225′ and larger, or can be purchased separately for future system additions.)

Screw Hole For Mounting
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WIRING THE CONTROL BOX

STEP 2

Feeding/Wiring the 3-Core Cable/Control Unit

A. Feed the 3-Core Cable in through the Large Strain Relief.

i. The 3-Core Cable powers up to 300 lights or less. ii. Any System with more than 300 lights will require an additional power
supply or Boost Box; see Step 10 and 11.

B. Connect the 3-Core Cable wires, inserting the:

i. Strip the +VCC WIRE,approximately 1/2″, and insert into the RED OUTPUT CONDUCTOR (shown below) and close the conductor port.
ii. Strip the GND WIRE, approximately 1/2″, into the BLACK OUTPUT CONDUCTOR and close the conductor port.

3-Core Cable (Available in black or white)

IMPORTANT: Plug in the Controller and test for any 3-Core mis-wires before proceeding to the next step (connecting the S Wires). A mis-wire can cause damage to the Evolution Control Board. See the mis-wire checklist in the left rail of this page.

MIS-WIRE CHECKLIST
4 If the lights remain a constant blue,
unplug the control unit and proceed wiring the S (Signal) WIRE, following Step 2 iii. You’re good to go!

iii. Strip the S (Signal) WIRE, approximately 1/2″. Press and hold the button on the S Port #1 and insert into the wire. Do not have exposed wire showing. Release the button and gently tug on the wire to confirm secure connection. (For multiple zones, review the next page for further S Wire instructions.)
iv. Give all the wires a gentle tug to insure tight connection.

If the lights do not illuminate at all, re-investigate for a mis-wire, starting at the Control Box and working down the LED strand, checking each wired connection. Repair and retest.

C. Run the wires up to the fascia where the Lighting Cover will start. Hold off for further wiring instructions (Steps 7-9).

If the lights are blue but stop working at a certain point in the LED strand, please inspect before (and after) the unlit section for a mis-wire. Repair and retest.

If the lights flash, inspect wiring for a possible short, like a punctured wire (from a screw) or a severed wire. Repair and then retest.
If the lights still are flashing, inspect that you are not overdrawing the light transformer; each power supply can power roughly no more than 300 lights. Repair and retest.

S GND

+VCC

3-Core Wire

BLACK RED

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WIRING FOR MULTIPLE ZONES
Creating multiple zones for different lighting effects
Oelo’s state-of-the-art controller has SIX INDIVIDUALLY ADDRESSABLE OUTPUTS, which allows you to control six zones separately from one controller for creative, hybrid installs and out-and-down lighting effects!
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:

Jumper Cable

Zone 3: Rear Lights Zone 1: Outward
Zone 2: Downward

ZONE 1: The first Zone runs across the ZONE 2: The second Zone is hung first- and second-floor facade, facing DOWNWARD to create a wall-wash OUTWARD, to create traditional lighting. 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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STEP 2 continued

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

Zone Outputs

Be sure to note where your Zone go (ie. Front Out, Front Down, Building Rear, Building #2, etc.) for future app programming.

Feeding/Wiring the 3-Core Cable/Control Unit

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S

GND
21

+VCC
21

A. Feed another 3-Core Cable into the Large Strain Relief.
i. The 3-Core Cable powers up to 300 lights. or less.
B. Connect the 3-Core Cable wires, inserting the: 3-Core Wire
i. Connect the +VCC WIRE and GND WIRE, replicating the Page 9, Step 2B instructions. Note: Insert the next S (Signal) WIRE(s) into the next numbered port(in sequential order). If you have more than 3 Signal Wires/Zones, use the second Large Strange Relief to insert your 3-Core Wire into the Control Box. Any system with more than 300 lights will require an additional power supply or Boost Box; see Steps 10 and 11.

Light Count

Zone Location
1

LEDs

2

3 4

5

6

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

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HANGING THE ACRYLIC COVER COMPONENTS

STEP 3 (ACRYLIC SYSTEMS) Hanging/cutting the Cover Components

Hang/cut Cover to align with the Endcap Back center line.

A. Hang the Endcap Backs on the structure’s fascia using the supplied screws. Endcap Backs should be mounted as follows:

Hang/cut Cover to align with the Extension Connector Back center lines.

External corners Internal corners Below overhang
(Gutters or trim pieces)
Spacing between Endcap Backs and Extension Connectors

1/8″ – 1/4″ away About 1″ away About 1/8″ below
The Cover comes in 95” increments and is designed to grow and shrink with outside temperatures; align the Cover to the center lines indicated on the left diagrams for this shrinkage and/or expansion.

The Cover can be cut for shorter distances utilizing these same guides; cut your Cover Back and Cover Lens clipped together to ensure they are cut to the same length.

B. Extension Connectors can be added if the channel run is longer than 95”. Screw the Extension Connectors Backs into the fascia using the supplied screws.
Extension Connectors should be mounted as follows:

IMPORTANT: (Don’t over-tighten the Endcap Backs, Extension Connectors or Cover Clips as parts could become damaged or components will not seal together properly.

For runs 5′ or shorter Use one Cover clip in the middle of the run For runs longer than 5′ Use two Cover clips, placed evenly along the run

Below overhang
(Gutters or trim pieces)

About 1/8″ below

C. Using the supplied screws, hang the Cover Clips. Hang clips approximately every 24″.

External corners Below overhang
(Gutters or trim pieces)

About 1/4″ away About 1/8″ below

Overhang

1/8″-1/4″

1/8″ Endcap Back

1/8″

Extension Connector

Endcap Back

8′ runs need 3 Cover clips; A Cover clip is required approximately every 24″.

Interior Corner
1/2″

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STEP 4 (ACRYLIC SYSTEMS)

B

C

Inserting the Cover into the Endcap Backs
A. Remove the Cover Lens from the Cover.

B. Insert the top of the Cover Back into the Cover Clip and push the bottom of the Cover into place. If the Cover Back is difficult to insert, use a flat- head screw driver to bend the bottom lip of the Cover Clip for easier installation.

Double Groove = Bottom of Cover

C. Slide the Cover to align with the center line guide(s) (noted in Step 3). D. Continue to mount the Cover pieces using the above steps.

STEP 5 (ACRYLIC SYSTEMS) Placing the 3-Core Cable into the Cover
A. Insert the 3-Core Cable into the Endcap Back:
i. This cable will supply power and signal up to 300 lights (~250 linear feet of lights). Systems with 300+ lights will require a Boost Box; see Step 10.)

STEP 6 (ACRYLIC SYSTEMS)
FRONT OF LED BACK OF LED
These arrows MUST point away from Control Unit (in the direction of signal travel). Align, rotate, insert Top
Create slack in the wire

Inserting the Light String into the Cover
A. IMPORTANT: Locate the small arrow on the front and back of the Light Strand. The Oelo lighting system has directional input/output, and this arrow MUST be pointing AWAY from the start of the system/Control Unit.
B. Align, insert and rotate a Light Clip onto the first light in the Light Strand string, noting that the notched side is the top of the Light Clip. (To insert the light, align the clip/light grooves, then rotate the clip so the notch is located on top.)
C. Insert the top of the Light Clip into the top of the Cover and then push the bottom of the Light Clip into the bottom of the Cover.
D. Continue adding Light Clip/Lights to the Cover, keeping spacing consistent to maintain a uniformed look. If a light ends up inside the Extension Connector Back, twist the wire to reduce the spacing slightly. Create slack in the wire so as not to overstretch the strand.
E. Once the run reaches a corner or gap, the Light Strand can run outside of the Cover, or a Jumper Wire can be added to connect Light Strands together for longer distances from one Cover to the next. (See Step 9 for Jumper Wiring.)
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HANGING THE METAL COVER COMPONENTS

STEP 3 (METAL SYSTEMS)
FRONT OF LED

Inserting the Light Strand into the Cover
A. IMPORTANT: Locate the small arrow on the back of the Light Strand. The Oelo lighting system has directional input/output, and this arrow MUST be pointing AWAY from the start of the system/Control Unit.

BACK OF LED

B. Remove the protective film and place the Light Strand into the Cover.

These arrows MUST point away from Control Unit (in the direction of signal travel).

C. Insert the First Light at the beginning of the Cover. 1. At an angle, slip the light into the opening. 2. Then rotate the light for a secure lock.
D. Continue inserting Lights into the Cover until the Cover is full. Once the Cover is full, hang that Cover (Step 5). Continue to insert lights and hang the Covers as you go.

STEP 4 (METAL SYSTEMS) Locate the 3-Core Cable near your first Cover
A. Place the 3-Core Cable into the first Cover: This cable will supply power and signal for up to 300 lights. Do not wire until Step 7. Note: Systems with more than 300 lights will require a Boost Box or Power Supply (Pages 18-20).

STEP 5 (METAL SYSTEMS) Hanging the Cover Components

RECOMMENDED!: Insert the Light Strand and hang the Covers one at a time.

A. The Cover can hang facing Outward (Traditional) or Downward (Wall Wash). i. Hang Covers flush for a seamless appearance. ii. The Cover should be mounted as follows:

OUTWARD

DOWNWARD

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STEP 5 CONTINUED
B.
STEP 6 (METAL SYSTEMS)

B. Using the supplied screws, hang the Cover, using the mounting holes. Additional holes may be added using an appropriate drill bit and screws.
i. Hang the Cover, then insert an End/Connector Cap into the cover, then screw the cap into the structure using the supplied screws. )A notch allows for lights and wires to run through it.)
ii. Insert the Light Strand into the next Cover and install using the Cap to anchor it for a flush, seamless appearance.
Cutting the Cover Components
C. Once the run reaches a corner or transition, the Covers can be cut. Use a metal-appropriate saw blade or hand shears, as well as eye protection, when cutting the Covers. Here’s how best to miter cut corners and peaks:
If the Cover is facing Outward (Traditional): And is a Corner: Cut Cover at a 45° top-facing angle And is a Peak: Cut Cover at a 45° front-facing angle

Outward Corner

Outward Peak

If the Cover is facing Downward (Wall Wash): And is a Corner: Cut Cover at a 45° front-facing angle And is a Peak: Cut Cover at a -45° top-facing angle

Downward Corner

Downward Peak

D. Once your run is complete, screw an End/Connector Cap to the structure (with

the screw/hole tab facing inside the Cover). The Cap will complete your look

and reduce pests getting into the Cover. Mount the Cover over the End Cap.

If the Cover overhangs the fascia, a Cover Back can be mounted to the back of

D.

the Cover to enclose the Cover and hide wires.

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WIRING THE SYSTEM
Pro Tip:
As you hang your Cover, you can wire along the way to reduce the number of times you go up and down a ladder.
START HERE!

UPPER LEVEL

STEP 8 END OF 40-LIGHT STRAND

Pro Tip:
Heat the wires with a Butane Torch to easily strip them of their insulation.

3-Core Cable

40 LIGHTS (~30 LINEAR FEET)

Power Cord

STEP 7 MAIN LEVEL
STEP 7

REMINDER: Make sure the LED’s arrow is pointed away from the box.

3-Core Cable

GND S
+VCC

Light String Light #1

Connecting the 3-Core Cable to Light Strand 1

WARNING: Do NOT plug in the system until ALL wiring is complete. Wiring while the system is live will void Oelo’s warranty.
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A. Take note that all wires are labeled with GND, S or +VCC. B. Strip, feed, crimp and shrink the following:
GND to GND using a BLUE CONNECTOR S to S using a PINK CONNECTOR +VCC to +VCC using a BLUE CONNECTOR
Crimp the Butt Connectors on each of the indented center section, making a strong physical connection between the 2 Light Strands.
Use a Butane Torch to shrink the Butt Connectors, distributing the heat evenly. Stop when you see glue coming out of the seams of the connector.
Use Electrical Tape to wrap around the new connection for an extra layer of protection.

JUMPER WIRE

STEP 9

Light #82

GND S
+VCC

Jumper 3-Core Cable

GND S
+VCC

Adding “Jumpers” to connect distant or upper lights
A. Strip, feed, crimp and shrink the Light Strand’s GND, S and +VCC wires to a Jumper 3-Core Cable’s respective GND, S and +VCC wires.
B. Strip, feed, crimp and shrink the Jumper 3-Core Cable’s GND, S and +VCC wires to the next strand of light’s respective GND, S and +VCC wires.

STEP 9
Light #42
STEP 9

STEP 8
STEP 8

Light #40

GND S
+VCC

Light #41

Connecting Light Strands together (every 40 lights)

A. Each light strand is made up of 40 LED lights and equates to roughly 30 linear feet in the system. Light strands can be spliced together for up to 300 lights. Once you reach the end of a light strand, strip, feed, crimp and shrink the end of the strand to a new strand with a BLUE or PINK Butt Connector (shown in diagram above), matching the respective wires:
i. The end of the light strand’s GND wire to the new strand’s GND wire. ii. The end of the light strand’s S wire to the new strand’s S wire. iii. The end of the light strand’s +VCC wire to the new strand’s +VCC wire.

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STEP 10
Note: We recommend consulting Oelo on Boost Box strategies for any light systems with more than 300 lights.

Adding a Boost Box (if needed)
The Control Unit can only power 300 lights from one Power Supply; however, a Boost Box (Step 10) or additional Power Supply (Step 11) can be added to power another 300 lights. If the system is linear (ran in a straight line), you can add a Boost Box after Light #300. This Boost Box can also be added anywhere in the run to help offset non-linear systems., or it can be added at the end of the run to backfeed power. To add a Boost Box:

A. Hang the box near a nearby power source (a standard 120V outlet).

WARNINGS: Do NOT leave copper wiring exposed.
Do NOT plug in the system until ALL wiring is complete. Wiring while the system is live will void Oelo’s warranty.

B. Insert the 3-Core Cable into the Large Strain Relief.
C. Connect the 3-Core Cable wires, inserting the:
i. +VCC WIRE into the RED CONDUCTOR; close conductor port. ii. GND WIRE into the BLACK CONDUCTOR; close conductor port. iii. The S (Signal) WIRE will not be used inside the box.
D. Run the 3-Core Cable up to Light #301, or sooner, and strip, feed, crimp and shrink:

i. The Boost Box Cable’s GND wire AND Light Strand 300’s GND wire TOGETHER into one side of the BLUE Butt Connector; crimp with the next Light Strand’s GND into the other side of the Butt Connector.

S WIRE

ii. Insert the Boost Box Cable’s +VCC wire in a BLUE Butt Connector with the new Light Strand’s +VCC into the other side of the Butt Connector.

GND S

CONNECTED

iii. Insert Light Strand 300’s S wire into a PINK Butt Connector with the new Light Strand’s S wire.
iv. Use a Butt Connector to cap off and waterproof the Booster Box’s S wire by heating and pinching it closed, and the Light Strand 300’s +VCC wire; these wires will not be used.

+VCC

E. Continue wiring your system, connecting and jumping light strings as needed.

BOOSTER BOX S

BOOSTER BOX GND

Light #300

GND S
+VCC

BOOSTER BOX +VCC

GND S
+VCC

Light #301

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Below are some Boost Box wiring samples:

Light #237

GND S
+VCC

Light #238

BOOSTER BOX S

CONTROL BOX (WITH 1 POWER SUPPLY)

VOLTAGE SIGNAL

Light #440

EXAMPLE 1 475 LIGHTS TOTAL
From multiple outlets, you can run the Signal and Voltage all the way around the exterior by introducing power midway in the light run with a Boost Box (and second 120V outlet). Note: The Control box with 1 Power Supply can power up to 300 lights by itself.
EXAMPLE 2
440 LIGHTS TOTAL
From the Main Controller (with single Power Supply), you can power up to 300 lights. At the end of the 301+ run of lights, you can backpower the Voltage from a Boost Box (and second 120V outlet).
CONTROLLER (WITH 1 POWER SUPPLY)

VOLTAGE SIGNAL

VOLTAGE SIGNAL
VOLTAGE SIGNAL
PRO TIP: Every jumper adds voltage drop, cutting down on the number of lights you can power. RULE OF THUMB: Eliminate 1 light for every 3 feet of jumper you add.

VOLTAGE SIGNAL

INTRODUCE VOLTAGE FROM BOOST BOX
BOOST BOX
CUT AND TERMINATE +VCC

BOOSTER BOX GND

Light #220

GND S
+VCC

GND NOT USED S
+VCC

Light #221

BOOST BOX

VOLTAGE SIGNAL

CUT VCC+ AT LIGHT #220

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STEP 11

Using a second Power Supply (if needed)

The Control Unit can only power 300 lights from one Power Supply; however, an additional Power Supply can be added to power an additional 300 lights. The below diagrams show example wiring scenarios:

EXAMPLE 1
PSB #2

600 LIGHTS TOTAL
From the Main Control Box (with 2 Power Supplies), you can power up to 600 lights, powering the second set of 300 lights by backfeeding from the second Power Supply.
VOLTAGE SIGNAL

Light #300

GND S
+VCC

VOLTAGE SIGNAL
GND NOT USED S
+VCC

CUT AND TERMINATE +VCC

GND S
+VCC

VOLTAGE SIGNAL

Light #600

Light #301

VOLTAGE SIGNAL

EXAMPLE 2

600 LIGHTS TOTAL

VOLTAGE SIGNAL

CUT VCC+ AT LIGHT #300

With Oelo’s new Controller, you can power multiple zones, up to 300 lights per Power Supply.

VOLTAGE SIGNAL #1

REAR

CONTROL BOX

PSB #2

(WITH 2 POWER

SUPPLIES)

FRONT
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PRO TIP: Every jumper adds voltage drop, cutting down on the number of lights you can power.
RULE OF THUMB: Eliminate 1 light for every 3 feet of jumper you add.

VOLTAGE SIGNAL #2

STEP 11 CONTINUED Second Power Supply wiring …

A. Please make note of the second Power Supply’s wiring. i. Power Supply #2’s +VCC WIRE (RED WIRE) is stripped and fed into the loose Wago. The Power Supply’s GND WIRE (BLACK WIRE) is stripped and fed into the other loose Wago. (Kits purchased with 2 Power Supplies are pre-wired.) ii. Each Power Supply can power up to 300 lights. Once you have used the circuit-board mounted Wagos from Power Supply #1 for 300 lights, you will need to run the next 3-Core +VCC WIRE to the loose Wago (with RED wire) and that 3-Core’s GND Wire to the loose Wago (with BLACK wire). All 3-Core S (Signal) WIRES will be inserted into the Signal Port.

From Power Supply #2

Power Supply #2

Signal Port
S Power Supply #2 Loose Wagos
GND GND +VCC
+VCC Power Supply #1 Wagos

3-Core Wire
From Additional 3-Core Wires

STEP 12

The finishing touches
A. Waterproof the end of the system. Use Butt Connectors to waterproof the end of the Light Strand wires. Heat up and pinch closed with pliers, making sure it seals around the wire.
B. Plug in the Control Unit and additional Booster Boxes and test the system. Follow the instructions on Control Panel Door to test or troubleshoot the lights. For instructions on how to operate the Oelo Evolution App, please see the Oelo Evolution App manual guide.
C. For Acrylic systems, snap on the Cover Lens, sliding it into the top of the Cover Clip. If the Cover Lens is difficult to insert, use a flat-head screw driver to bend the bottom lip of the Cover Clip for easier installation. Snap on the Extension Covers, lining up the tabs. Snap on the Endcap Covers, making sure the wires are tucked into the ports.
D. Admire your stunning work!
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SAMPLE LIGHTING SCENARIOS

Light Strand #1 =

Light #41
Connect new strand
every 40 lights

Light Strand #2 =
3-Core Cable Light #1

50-Foot System ~60 Lights (2 Light Strands)

Light #57

Jumper Cable

Light #60

Light #41
Connect new strand
every 40 lights

Light #1

Zone #2

Light #1 Zone #1

100-Foot System ~120 Lights (3 Light Strands)
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Light Strand #3 =

Light Strand #4 =

Light Strand #5 =

Light Strand #6 =

Jumper Cable

Zone #2

Light #1

Light #1 Zone #1

Light #22 Jumper Cable

Light #40

Light #62

Light #100

150-Foot System ~180 Lights (4 Light Strands)
HOW TO CREATE A JUMPER CABLE For complete “Jumper Cable” instructions, see Page 11.

Light #161

Light #121

Jumper Cable

Light #120

Light #81

Light #201
Jumper Cable

Light #240

Light #41
Connect new strand
every 40 lights

3-Core Cable

200-Foot System ~240 Lights (6 Light Strands)
HOW TO INSTALL A BOOSTER BOX For 300+ light homes or non-linear structures, we recommend consulting Oelo; also see Page 12 for Booster Box details.
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