SloanLED Prism12 Premium 12V LED Channel Letter Lighting Solution Installation Guide

SloanLED Prism12 Premium 12V LED Channel Letter Lighting Solution

WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. New installation and LED Retrofit Kit installation requires knowledge of sign electrical systems. If not qualified, do not attempt installation. Contact a qualified electrician. Follow all NEC and local codes.

For New Installation, proceed with Step 1 below. For Retrofit Installations, begin with Retrofit Instructions on page 2.

New Installation

1. Tools required: Measuring tape, wire strippers. Optional: Drill, screwdriver.

2. Components list:
   
   ● SloanLED Prism12 modules, model numbers 701269-(XX)12(S,M)J1-MB
   • SloanLED 12 V Class 2 output power supply (refer to “SloanLED Power Supply Guide for Sign Products” for appropriate 12 V power supply models)
   ● UL approved 18 AWG or larger diameter supply wire
   ●UL approved wire connectors appropriate for wire gauge used.
   NOTE: 701269-(XX)12(S,M)J1-MB has 18 AWG wire
   ● Optional for mounting: Electrical grade silicone, #6 (M3) sheet metal screws, or 1/8″ (3 mm) aluminum rivet

3. Layout: To populate sign, refer to SloanLED® Prism12 density guidelines as well as power supply loading chart below to determine appropriate number of modules and power supplies.

4. Peel and stick: Clean inside sign with rubbing alcohol and allow to dry. Using predetermined layout and LED placement from Step 3, remove tape backing and stick modules into place. Ensure modules are firmly attached
   

5. Fasteners: Use fasteners or silicone as necessary to fix modules in place. Refer to components list above for acceptable fasteners.

NOTE: It is recommended to connect no more than the following in series to minimize line loss: SloanLED Prism12 (Colors only): Half of maximum 60 W power supply capacity.
SloanLED Prism12 Mini: Half of maximum 60 W power supply capacity.
Installation Guide for 701269-(XX)12SJ1-MB, 701269-(XX)12MJ1-MB
WARNING: Connect Red striped wire of LED modules (+) to Red wire of power supply (+).
Connect White wire of LED modules (-) to Black wire of power supply (-). Reverse polarity connections may damage LEDs and will void product warranty. AVERTISSEMENT: Connectez le fil rouge des modules LED (+) au fil rouge de l’alimentation (+). Connectez le fil blanc des modules LED (-) au fil noir de alimentation (-). Des connexons inverses prevent endommager les DEL et annuler la garantie du product

6. Connections: Modules may be connected in series or parallel.

7. Cap all unused wires: Using appropriate UL Listed wire connectors (refer to components list on page 1), cap all used wires. Strand of modules should not be looped to create a close circuit.

8. Connect power supply to first module on string: See power supply install guide for more information regarding power supply installation

9. Replace sign face: Clean any debris from inside of sign and replace the sign face. Retrofit Instructions for Existing Signs

Retrofit Instructions for Existing Signs

GENERAL PURPOSE RETROFIT SIGN CONVERSION. FOR USE ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH KIT INSTRUCTIONS. KIT IS COMPLETE ONLY WHEN ALL PARTS REQUIRED BY THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE PRESENT.

WARNING: Risk of fire or electric shock. Install this kit only in host signs that have been identified in the installation instructions, and where the input rating of the retrofit kit does not exceed the input rating of the sign. Installation of this LED retrofit kit may involve drilling or punching of holes into the structure of the sign. Check for enclosed wiring and components to avoid damage to wiring and electrical parts.
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque d’incendie ou de choc électrique. Installez ce kit uniquement sur les panneaux hôtes identifiés dans les instructions d’installation et dans lesquels les caractéristiques nominales d’entrée du kit de modification ne dépassent pas celles du panneau. L’installation de ce kit d’amélioration des LED peut impliquer de percer ou de percer des trous dans la structure de l’enseigne. Vérifiez le câblage et les composants inclus pour éviter d’endommager le câblage et les pièces électriques.

1. Identify sign to be retrofit and ensure branch circuit supplying existing sign are within voltage range for LED power supply. Refer to components list (page 1) and “12 VDC Power Supply Capacity Chart” (page 3).
2. Remove existing lighting equipment intended to be replaced, such as neon or fluorescent, and all power supplies, transformers, or ballasts. Remove existing neon and all standoffs to leave an empty channel letter can. NOTE: All materials removed must be disposed of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
3. If required by local, state, or national electrical code, install a new disconnect switch.
4. Determine suitability and structural integrity of existing sign after removal of existing lighting equipment. If retrofit does not require the making of any new holes, do not make or alter any open holes in an enclosure of wiring or electrical components during kit installation. If existing holes are present in a wet or outdoor location sign, repair and seal any unused openings in the electrical enclosure. Openings greater than 0.5″ (12.7 mm) diameter require a metal patch secured by screws or rivets and caulked with non-hardening caulk. Smaller openings may be sealed with nonhardening caulk.
5. Clean inside of sign using non-oil based cleaner. Follow all manufacturer’s instructions and ensure inside of sign is dry before proceeding with installation. This is an important step for good adhesion of SloanLED channel letter module mounting tape.
6. To populate sign, refer to SloanLED Prism12 density guidelines as well as power supply capacity (page 3) to determine appropriate number of modules and power supplies. A list of acceptable power supply models is shown in the supplemental “SloanLED Power Supply Guide for Sign Products”.
7. Follow all instructions on pages 1 and 2 under “New Installation” to properly install LED modules.
8. Connect modules to power supply output as shown on pages 1 and 2 under “New Installation”
9. Connect power supply input as outlined in power supply installation guide in accordance with local, state and national electrical codes by qualified personnel. Refer to power supply install guide included with power supply for details.
10. If required, install disconnect switch in accordance with local, state and national electrical codes by qualified personnel.

12 VDC Power Supply Capacity Chart

Maximum feet (meters) / modules

SloanLED Prism12| SloanLED Prism12 Mini
Power output| White 7100 K, 6500 K, 5000 K, 4000 K, 3000 K (1.5/ft, 4.9/m)| Red, Green, Blue (1.5/ft, 4.9/m)| Orange (1.5/ft, 4.9/m)| White 7100 K, 6500 K, 5000 K, 4000 K, 3000 K (2.0/ft, 6.6/m)| Red, Green, Blue (2.0/ft, 6.6/m)
20 W| 12.7 (3.9)/ 19 mods| 2 × 48.0 (14.6)/ 72 mods| 22.7 (6.9)/ 34 mods| 23.5 (7.2)/ 47 mods| 30.0 (9.1)/ 60 mods
25 W (EU/ROW ONLY)| 16.0 (4.9)/ 24 mods| 20.7 (6.3)/ 31 mods| 28.7 (8.7)/ 43 mods| 29.5 (9.0)/ 59 mods| 37.5 (11.4)/ 75 mods
30 W (EU/ROW ONLY)| 19.4 (5.9)/ 29 mods| 24.7 (7.5)/ 37 mod| 34.7 (10.6)/ 52 mods| 35.5 (10.8)/ 71 mods| 45.0 (13.7)/ 90 mods
60 W| 38.7 (11.8)/ 58 mods| 50.0 (15.2)/ 75 mods| 69.3 (21.1)/ 104 mods| 71.0 (21.6)/ 142 mods| 90.0 (27.4)/ 180 mods
2 × 60 W| 2 × 38.7 (11.8)/ 58 mods| 2 × 50.0 (15.2)/ 75 mods| 2 × 69.3 (21.1)/ 104 mods| 2 × 71.0 (21.6)/ 142 mods| 2 × 90.0 (27.4)/ 180 mods
2 × 75 W (EU/ROW ONLY)| 2 × 48.0 (14.6)/ 72 mods| 2 × 62.7 (19.1)/ 94 mods| 2 × 86.6 (26.4)/ 130 mods| 2 × 88.5 (27.0)/ 177 mods| 2 × 112.5 (34.3)/ 225 mods
Power used per ft (m) in watt| 1.38 W (4.53)| 1.08 W (3.54)| 0.78 W (2.56)| 0.76 W (2.49)| 0.60 W (1.97)

Capacities based on 90% of power supply output.
NOTE: Refer to “SloanLED Power Supply Guide for Sign Products”
for appropriate 12 V power supply models.Power output

Extension of Power Supply Leads

If longer lead wire from power supply to LED modules is needed, an extension can be used. Extension should be kept as short as possible, i.e., under 15 ft for 18 AWG UL Listed PLTC (4.6 m for 1 mm² PLTC) or under 50ft for 14 AWG UL Listed PLTC (15.2 m for 2.5 mm² PLTC).

Troubleshooting

NOTE: A licensed electrician should perform all applicable steps.

Entire sign or leg does not light after
complete installation| Check connection from power supply lead to first module. Make sure polarity of connections made at the power supply lead and any jumper wire is
correct. Power supply outputs should be connected RED-TO-RED and BLACK-TO- WHITE.
Still does not light| Check output voltage of power supply using a voltmeter. The output voltage should be DC 12.0 V ± 0.5 V. If there is no output voltage, have a
licensed electrician check input voltage. Make sure power supply is connected correctly and getting primary power. If power supply is connected
properly and getting primary power and there is still no output voltage, try a different power supply
Still does not light| If power supply is getting primary power and the modules don’t light, there may be a short in the secondary wiring. Check all connections and
cap all loose wires
The beginning of a leg lights, but the entire
leg does not light or lights intermittently| The primary cause of a portion of a SloanLED Prism12 leg not lighting or lighting intermittently is a bad connection or reverse polarity connection
between the modules that light and the modules that don’t light. Check this connection
One module does not light, but all others
in the leg light| SloanLED Prism12 is designed so if one module fails, it will not cause the entire sign or leg to go out. If one module does not light, but all others in
the leg do, replace this module with a new one

SloanLED Prism12 is covered by the following US patents issued: 6,932,495, 7,241,031.

Customer service and technical support

SloanLED Headquarters
5725 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, CA, USA
888.747.4LED (888.747.4533) • [email protected]
SloanLED.com
SloanLED Europe b.v.
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+31 88 12 44 900 • [email protected]

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