SPORTS SERIES
Single / Dual / Colours / DMX
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INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL
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3.4 CONTROL SYSTEM INSTALLATION
SWITCH CONTROL
Additional items required not supplied by OceanLED:
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Power switch
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Push switch (Normally closed, momentary type)
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optional for Dual Colours & Multi / DMX Colours
The SPORT Single Colour, Dual Colour, Multicolour and DMX Colours (used in the DC switch mode) installations will
utilize simple power switch to control the lights. For the Sport Dual Colours, Multicolour and DMX Colours used in the
DC switch mode additional in line push switch maybe installed to simplify the changing mode operation. Push switch
should disconnect supply to lights.
Ensure power is disconnected before attempting to connect or solder any wire.
OceanLED DMX Control (SPORT DMX Colours only)
To enable DMX control of all lights, the OceanLED 2-Way DMX Junction Box must be used. Each junction
box can power and control a maximum of two SPORT Colours DMX lights. Please note that the light cable to
the junction box must not be extended due to DMX signal limitations. If the installation consists of more than
two lights or the distance between the lights is too great, additional DMX Junction Boxes will be required.
The DMX Junction Boxes can be linked in a chain. Each junction box has a built-in DMX terminator that can
be turned on or off.
The DMX standard recommends a maximum of 32 devices to be connected in one chain, and a maximum
network length of 300m. If installation requires more lights than this, or a longer network length then please
contact OceanLED for advice.
Please consult the manual for the purchased Ocean DMX Controller for more information on installation and operation.
DMX Addressing (SPORT DMX Colours only)
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OceanLED SPORT Colour DMX lights use 4 Channels DMX-512 standard for communication.
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As default the base address of the lights is set to DMX address 1.
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Colours lights use four DMX channels :
Channel 1, DMX address: 1 (base address)
Red
Channel 2, DMX address: 2
Green
Channel 3, DMX address: 3
Blue
Channel 4, DMX address: 4
White
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The default base address of the lights can be changed if required. This can either be done using a third party
RDM (Remote Device Management) controller, or by using the OceanLED Explore Configuration Tool.
The Explore Configuration Tool
is a USB interface that enables remote configuration of the SPORT DMX Colours
lights using a Windows PC. It allows you to set the base DMX address, change operating modes, and read stored
parameters. Communication with the lights is established through the Remote Device Management (RDM)
protocol over the existing DMX network. The Explore Configuration Tool kit is available for purchase from
OceanLED. For further information, please contact your OceanLED representative. The kit includes a detailed
installation manual.
