Acclaim Lighting Flex One Exterior Series User manual

User guide
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ......................................................2
Welcome 2
Safety, maintenance and cleaning 2
Channel types 3
INSTALLATION.........................................................4
Mounting 4
Cleaning the mounting surface (for adhesive tape) 4
Cutting and sealing the tape 5
Clip mounting 6
Do not mount underneath surfaces 6
Flex exterior line channel (FLK EXL) 7
Flex channel - low profile/recessed/tall (FLX444/777/888) 9
Exterior cable connections 12
Powering and dimming Flex One tapes 13
APS-240-24 PSU 14
APS-300-24-IP PSU 15
MLE 24VDC dimmable driver (0-10V or TRIAC/ELV control) 16
AL Driver 1 (0-10V or DMX control) 17
AL Driver 200/400/800 (0-10V, DALI or DMX control) 18
FURTHER INFORMATION ......................................19
Specifications 19
Dimensions 20
MLE Driver 96 20
MLE Drivers 192 and 288 21
AL Driver 1 22
AL Driver 200 23
AL Driver 400 24
AL Driver 800 25
Channels 26
Limited product warranty 27

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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME
Welcome to the Flex One Exterior range from Acclaim Lighting. These high output LED
tapes are designed and built with ingress protection to IP68 to survive the elements. A
range of mounting channels (see opposite page) and accessories are available to suit
numerous installation situations.
Flex One Exterior tapes feature high concentrations of emitters with a choice of Correlated
Color Temperature (CCT) options ranging from 2700K to 4000K. At each color temperature,
options of Standard Output (SO) operating at 40W per spool and High Output (HO)
operating at 90W per spool are provided.
Flex One Exterior tapes require a
24VDC supply and dimming
is supported using Pulse
Width Modulation (PWM)
by various optional
driver units - see page
14.
Thanks to the careful design and high production standards applied to all
Flex One tapes, they have been awarded an ETL Sanitation Mark (ANSI/
NSF 2:2015), making them suitable for use in restricted hygiene/food
preparation areas.
SAFETY
•When fixtures are mounted off-ground, ensure they are securely fitted to an appropriate
mounting surface.
•Ensure that the power input is supplied from a correctly fused, earthed and
environmentally protected location.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always isolate mains power before starting maintenance operations.
•Ensure that all mounting (and device) screws/bolts are fully tight and free of corrosion.
•Ensure there is no deformation to the housing, lenses or fixing points.
•Check that all power supply cables are free from physical damage or material fatigue.
•Use only genuine spare parts supplied by Acclaim Lighting.
CLEANING
•Use a moist, lint-free cloth when cleaning each fixture.
•Never use alcohol or solvents.
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CHANNEL TYPES
Flex channel tall profile [FLX888]
A tall sided channel to limit light spill,
with a choice of clear, frosted
or opal lenses plus flat or
angled mounting
options.
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Flex channel recessed [FLX777]
A flanged deep channel with a
choice of UV coated lenses
to provide a neat
finish when
recessed
within a
surface
(not
rated for
walk-over
installations).
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Flex channel low profile [FLX444]
A very low profile channel (without lens)
which can be mounted flat or at an
angle using optional
fixing kits.
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Flex Exterior line channel [FLX EXL]
A walk over anodized channel with a
sealable UV stabilized opal lens
for Exterior in-ground
installations.
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INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
Flex One Exterior tapes are fully sealed within a flexible UV stabilized silicon tube. Mounting
to surfaces is usually achieved either by using the ten silicone clips (plus screws) provided
or any of the optional aluminum channels or optional adhesive tapes. The recommended
aluminum channels all produce an interference fit when the Flex One Exterior tape is fitted
into them. We recommend you use Dow Corning® 799, 1199 or equivalent silicone to seal
the channels against moisture ingress and also ensure all Flex One connections, within the
channels, are fully encapsulated.
WHEN MOUNTING ON THE SIDES OF SURFACES
We recommend that you add small dots of silicone sealant along
both sides of the Flex tape (to overlap the tape edge and mounting
surface) using Dow Corning® 799, 1199 or equivalent. This will provide
additional stability and help to prevent any separation of the tape from
the mounting surface over time. The silicone dots are best applied once
the tape is fixed in place; then the whole installation should not be
disturbed until it the sealant has fully cured.
IMPORTANT: This product is not designed to be mounted underneath surfaces and
should never be installed in this manner, even if housed within a channel. See page
6.
CLEANING THE MOUNTING SURFACE (FOR ADHESIVE TAPE)
Most substrates are best prepared by cleaning with a 50:50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol (IPA)
and water* prior to applying the tape. Exceptions to this general procedure that may require
additional surface preparation include:
HEAVY OILS
A degreaser or solvent-based cleaner* (such as 3M™ Prep Solvent 70, 3M™ Citrus Base
Cleaner, mineral spirits, naphtha or similar, subject to suitability for the surface material)
may be required to remove heavy oil or grease from a surface and should be followed by
cleaning with IPA/water*.
OTHER CONTAMINATION OR OXIDATION
Abrading a surface, followed by cleaning with IPA/water*, can remove heavy dirt or
oxidation (e.g. galvanized steel) and can increase surface area to improve adhesion.
Abrasion often also helps adhesion to paints and plastics. Very small scratches in the surface,
generated with circular motion rather than straight-line motion, are most desirable.
*Note: These cleaner solutions contain greater than 250 g/l of volatile organic compounds (VOC).
Please consult your local Air Quality Regulations to be sure the cleaner is compliant. When using
solvents, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use when handling
such materials.
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CUTTING AND SEALING THE TAPE
Flex One tapes are supplied with a one metre feed cable at one end (with bare tails).
TO CUT THE TAPE
Flex One tapes are marked with a cut line every one
inch (25mm) - every six LED emitters.
IMPORTANT: Do not cut the tape at any
location other than the cut line. Ensure the
cut is made cleanly thru the silicone outer and
along the line.
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Cut line
TO SEAL A CUT TAPE
Once a Flex One tape has been cut, apply
a little silicone sealant (Dow Corning® 799,
1199 or equivalent) to the cut end and fit one
of the supplied end caps to ensure a fully
watertight seal.
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For the most reliable results, you are
recommended to use a new spool, with
molded feed cable intact, to start each
fresh run and to always fit an end cap to
the far end (as discussed above).
However, when using channels, the feed/
end caps are slightly too large to fit within
the channel extrusions and would need to
be located outside.
Where this is not appropriate, the feed
contacts will need to be soldered within
the channel. If you use this method,
ensure sufficient silicone sealant is applied
to the joint to provide reliable water
resistance. Feed/end cap placed outside
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CLIP MOUNTING
Each Flex One Exterior tape spool is supplied complete with ten UV stabilized silicone
mounting clips and twenty wood screws (M3 x 10mm) that can be used to directly fix the
tape to appropriate surfaces.
Ensure that the supplied screws are suitable for the
mounting surface, otherwise source alternative
screws/bolts with diameters up to 0.12”(3mm).
DO NOT MOUNT UNDERNEATH SURFACES
IMPORTANT: This product is not designed to be
mounted underneath surfaces and should
never be installed in this manner, even if
housed within a channel.
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FLEX EXTERIOR LINE CHANNEL (FLK EXL)
This sturdy anodized aluminum channel allows the Flex One tape to be recessed into
Exterior surfaces and is rated for walk-over installations. Thanks to the increased thickness
of its profile, the channel can withstand pressures of up to 2.9psi (20kN/m2). To achieve
effective IP67 water ingress protection it is necessary to use Dow Corning® 799, 1199 (or
equivalent) silicone sealant to form complete seals between the channel and its UV coated
lens - plus any cable access holes. For channel dimensions, see page 26.
Options
TO FIT THE FLEX ONE TAPE
Note: The molded feed cap fitted on each spool is too large to fit within the channel. In order to
achieve a fully sealed installation within the channel, it will be necessary to remove the molded
connection and solder new feed wires directly to the nearest cut line. See page 5.
1 If necessary, cut the channel to the required length. Ensure that any resulting burrs are
removed.
2 Ensure the tape mounting surface within the channel is
completely dry and clean.
3 Determine the length of tape required. Mark the
positions at each end of the channel where
the tape will be placed.
Note: Flex One tape can be cut every
1” (25mm), which may slightly
constrain the precise lengths of tape
that can be achieved. Therefore, it
may be beneficial to center the tape
within the channel to achieve an even
distribution.
4 Cut the tape to the nearest
marked cutpoint.
5 Carefully push the tape into the
channel, starting at the marked position. The tape’s size will cause an interference fit
within the channel, keeping it in place without adhesive.
IMPORTANT: While pressing the Flex One tape into position, take care not to put
excessive pressure on the components or connections.
6 Use Dow Corning® 799, 1199 (or equivalent) silicone sealant to fully encapsulate the feed
connections to protect against any moisture ingress.
Flex Exterior line channel
(3.28’ / 1m)
[FLK EXL]
End cap
[FLK EXL EC]
Exterior line opal lens
(3.28’ / 1m)
[FLK EXL OL]
End cap with hole
[FLK EXL ECH]
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TO FIT THE LENS
1 Measure the exact length of lens required between the end
caps at each end of the channel.
2 Carefully cut the lens to length. Ensure that any resulting
burrs are removed.
3 Along each side of the channel (where the
lens will sit) carefully run a thin bead
of sealant (Dow Corning® 799, 1199
or equivalent). The bead should be
large enough in diameter to ensure
a good seal between the channel and
the lens, but not so much that excess
sealant runs into the channel and
contaminates the lens inner face.
4 Determine the correct orientation
of the lens - it has a wider outer
face and a slightly narrower inner
face.
TO RECESS IN GROUND
1 Fit the Flex One tape to the channel (see page 7).
2 At the end where the connection will take place, fit an End
cap with hole.
3 Feed the cables through the end cap and
carefully solder to the contact pads, if
necessary (see page 5).
4 At the other end of the channel, fit
a standard End cap.
5 To ensure long term protection
against water ingress, coat all
internal end cap seams with a
bead of sealant (Dow Corning®
799, 1199 or equivalent). Pay
particular attention to the cable
entry point.
6 Fit and seal the required lens (see below).
7 Place the sealed tape/channel assembly into the prepared ground recess.
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5 Carefully lower the lens onto the beads of sealant and ensure that it fully seats in place.
Wipe away any excess sealant.
6 Apply further sealant between the lens and the end caps.
UV stabilized,
walk-over rated
lens.
Note: Ensure sufficient
strain relief where the
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TO FIT THE FLEX ONE TAPE
1 If necessary, cut the channel to the required length. Remove any resulting burrs.
2 Ensure the tape mounting surface within the channel is completely dry and clean.
3 Determine the length of tape required. Mark the positions at each end of the channel
where the tape will be placed.
Note: The molded feed cap on each spool is too large to fit within the
channel and will need to be located outside of the extrusion.
Note: Flex One tape can be cut every 1” (25mm), which
may slightly constrain the precise lengths of tape that
can be achieved. Therefore it may be beneficial to
center the tape within the channel to achieve an
even distribution (subject to the above note).
4 Cut the tape to the nearest marked cutpoint.
5 Note: If you are attaching the channel directly
to a surface, see ‘To surface mount directly’
on page 10 before inserting the tape.
Carefully push the tape into the channel, starting at the marked position. The tape’s size
will cause an interference fit within the channel, keeping it in place without adhesive.
IMPORTANT: While pressing the Flex One tape into position, take care not to put
excessive pressure on the components or connections.
6 If necessary, use Dow Corning® 799, 1199 (or equivalent) silicone sealant to fully
encapsulate the power connections to protect against any moisture ingress.
FLEX CHANNEL - LOW PROFILE/RECESSED/TALL (FLX444/777/888)
There are three options within the Flex channel range to suit varying installation
requirements: A low profile option with no lens; a recessed channel for concealment within
surfaces and a tall profile channel that reduces light spill. The latter two channels have a
choice of clear, frosted or opal lenses. For channel dimensions, see page 26.
Options
Flex channel low prole
(4’ / 1.21m)
[FLX444]
Flex channel tall prole
(4’ / 1.21m)
[FLX888]
Flex channel recessed
(4’ / 1.21m)
[FLX777]
Tall prole lenses (4’ / 1.21m)
[Clear: FLX825]
[Frosted: FLX813]
[Opal: FLX801]
Recessed lenses (4’ / 1.21m)
[Clear: FLX727]
[Frosted: FLX715]
[Opal: FLX702]
Flat brackets/
joiners plus
2.5 x 10mm
wood screws
[FLX111]
Angled
brackets plus
2.5 x 10mm
wood screws
[FLX113]
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TO SURFACE MOUNT USING BRACKETS
1 If necessary, carefully solder to the contact pads
(see page 5).
2 Fit the Flex One tape to the channel (see page
9).
3 Attach two or more brackets (of the required
type: Flat brackets or Angled brackets) to the
mounting surface using either the supplied
screws or others that are more appropriate to
the surface type.
The angled bracket can be used in either of
two orientations to provide an angle of either
30 or 45 degrees to the mounting surface (as
shown below).
4 Clip the channel into the mounting brackets:
If necessary, solder
the link cables to
the contact pads
Attaching a at
bracket
Attaching an
angled bracket
45 degrees30 degrees
The angled bracket can be used in either of two orientations to
provide angles of either 30 or 45 degrees to the mounting surface
TO SURFACE MOUNT DIRECTLY
1 Before fitting the Flex One tape, determine
where the channel is to be mounted.
2 Drill the required number of holes in the base of
the channel and countersink them. Note: A small
groove runs down the center of each channel base
to provide a guide for your drill.
3 Mount the channel and use countersunk screws
to secure it. IMPORTANT: The screw heads must
lie ush with the channel base.
4 Fit the Flex One tape to the channel (see page 9).
5 Carefully solder to the contact pads, if necessary
(see page 5).
Drill countersunk holes and
use screws that will
lie ush with the
channel base
Using a at bracket to
join two channels
Note: Ensure sufficient
strain relief where the
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TO FIT A LENS
1 Measure the exact length of UV stabilized lens
required between each end of the channel.
2 Carefully cut the lens to length. Ensure that
any resulting burrs are removed.
3 Depending on the channel type:
•Tall prole: Place one end of the UV
stabilized lens over the channel so that it
slots into the ‘Lens recess’(see right). Then
run your hand along the length of the lens
to gently push the remainder into place.
•Recessed: Insert one end of the UV
stabilized lens into the‘Lens recess’within
the channel (see right). Then slide the
remaining lens into the recess.
Note: This channel type is not rated for walk-
over installations.
Lens
recess
Tall prole
[FLX888]
Lens
recess
Recessed
[FLX777]
Tall prole
[FLX888]
Recessed
[FLX777]
Note:
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Internally the coupler and splitter units both
contain two-way connector blocks. The glands
suit cables with external diameters between
0.18 and 0.39” (4.5 and 10mm).
EXTERIOR CABLE CONNECTIONS
To provide protection for exterior cable connections and distributions, waterproof couplers
and splitters are available. When used correctly, both items offer ingress protection to IP68.
Options
Waterproof coupler
[FLK WPC]
Waterproof splitter
[FLK WPS]
Connector block
supports Ø 0.12”
(3mm) max
conductors
Glands best suit external
cable diameters of 0.18 to
0.39”
(4.5 to 10mm)
Connector blocks
support Ø 0.1”
(2.5mm) max
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POWERING AND DIMMING FLEX ONE TAPES
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Flex One tapes are run at 24VDC and consume power as shown below. Note: The average
power consumption per foot decreases as the length increases due to increased voltage drops on
longer lengths.
Flex One SO Flex One HO
Power consumption Power consumption
Length Total (Average per foot) Total (Average per foot)
1’ (30cm) 3W (3W) 13W (13W)
2’ (60cm) 6W (3W) 14W (7W)
3’ (91cm) 9W (3W) 20W (6.66W)
4’ (1.2m) 12W (3W) 26W (6.5W)
5’ (1.5m) 14W (2.8W) 32W (6.4W)
6’ (1.8m) 16W (2.66W) 38W (6.33W)
7’ (2.1m) 18W (2.57W) 43W (6.14W)
8’ (2.4m) 20W (2.5W) 48W (6W)
9’ (2.7m) 22W (2.44W) 54W (6W)
10’ (3m) 24W (2.4W) 59W (5.9W)
11’ (3.3m) 26W (2.36W) 64W (5.81W)
12’ (3.6m) 28W (2.33W) 69W (5.75W)
13’ (3.9m) 30W (2.3W) 73W (5.61W)
14’ (4.2m) 32W (2.28W) 78W (5.57W)
15’ (4.5m) 34W (2.26W) 82W (5.4W)
16.4’ (5m) 40W (2.43W) 90W (5.5W)
Note: The maximum overall tape length per run is 16.4’ (5 meters). This is limited by the current
capacity of the power buses within each tape.
CONNECTION CABLES
The connection cables (not supplied) used to link Flex One tapes to the power/driver unit
should follow these guidelines (based on a load of 0.7A for 16.4’/5 meters of Flex One tape):
Cable cross section Flex One SO Flex One HO
18 AWG (0.823mm2) Up to 80 feet (24m) Up to 40 feet (12m)
14 AWG (2.081mm2) Up to 200 feet (60m) Up to 100 feet (30m)
12 AWG (3.309mm2) Up to 300 feet (91m) Up to 180 feet (54m)
In all cases, ensure the voltage drop at the fixture end of the link cable is no greater than 9%
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Clear
Clear
Stripe
Stripe
Rdy
––++
115 / 230 VAC 6.9/3.3A 47-63Hz 24 VDC / 20A
DC ON
Rdy
DC LO
parallel
single
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115 / 230 VAC 5.4/2.2A 47-63Hz
DC
Good
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L
24 VDC / 10A
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APS-240-24
This DIN-rail 240W power supply can power multiple 16.4’ (5 meter) Flex One spools. It
can also be used in conjunction with one or more AL Driver 1 units to provide power for
dimming control.
The following number of 16.4’(5 meter)
Flex One tapes can be run (in parallel,
NOT daisy chained) from a single APS-
240-24 power supply unit:
5 x Flex One SO
or
2 x Flex One HO
Link cables require 2 cores. See cable
recommendations on page 13.
Mains input
(115-230VAC
47-63Hz)
APS-240-24
power supply
unit
Clear
DC
Good
Clear
Stripe
Stripe
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FLEX ONE POWER SUPPLIES AND DIMMERS
Mains input
(115-230VAC
47-63Hz)
APS-480-24
power supply
unit
APS-480-24
This DIN-rail 480W power supply can power multiple 16.4’ (5 meter) Flex One spools. It
can also be used in conjunction with one or more AL Driver 1 units to provide power for
dimming control. The following number of 16.4’(5 meter) Flex One
tapes can be run (in parallel, NOT daisy chained)
from a single APS-240-24 power supply unit:
5 x Flex One SO
or
2 x Flex One HO
Link cables require 2 cores. See cable
recommendations on page 13.
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The following number of 16.4’(5 meter) Flex One tapes
can be run (in parallel, NOT daisy chained) from a single
APS-300-24-IP power supply unit:
6 x Flex One SO
or
3 x Flex One HO
Link cables require 2 cores. See cable recommendations
on page 13.
Mains input
(110-277VAC
50/60Hz)
APS-300-24-IP
power supply
unit
APS-300-24-IP
This IP67 rated power supply can power multiple 16.4’ (5 meter) Flex One spools. It can also
be used in conjunction with one or more AL Driver 1 units to provide power for dimming
control.
Stripe
Red (+)
ClearBlack (–)
From
power supply
To
Flex tape
0V
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MLE 24VDC DIMMABLE DRIVER (0-10V OR TRIAC/ELV CONTROL)
These drivers provide 24VDC constant voltage PWM output in response to either a low
voltage control input or dimmed mains source:
•A 0-10V (source or sink) analog dimming control input plus a constant mains supply, or
•A TRIAC (forward phase) or ELV (reverse phase) dimmed mains feed.
Link cables require 2 cores. See cable recommendations on page 13. The number of
spools that can be controlled depends on both the MLE driver and Flex One SO/HO model
type:
•MLE96 [part #: MLE96-24DC-UD] SO: 2 x 16.4’ (5m) or HO: 1 x 16.4’ (5m) maximum
•MLE192 [part #: MLE192-24DC-UD] SO: 4 x 16.4’ (5m) or HO: 2 x 16.4’ (5m) maximum
•MLE288 [part #: MLE288-24DC-UD] SO: 6 x 16.4’ (5m) or HO: 3 x 16.4’ (5m) maximum
Mains input
(100-277VAC
50/60Hz).
Either constant
mains supply for
0-10V control
or TRIAC/ELV
dimmed.
Emcod MLE
driver
0-10V
input
Note: Conduit
connectors/cable
glands not supplied.
Output
connections
Control input
connections
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DMX ADDRESS SETTING
GND
GND
On
Off
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0-10V IN
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GND
GND
Made in P.R.C
DMX IN
Analog
Load (max 6A)
DMX OUT
AL-DIMMER-1 PRO
DC IN
6AMax
GND
Data -
Data -
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Data +
GND
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GND
GND
On
Off
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0-10V IN
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GND
GND
Made in P.R.C
DMX IN
Analog
Load (max 6A)
DMX OUT
AL-DIMMER-1 PRO
DC IN
6AMax
GND
Data -
Data -
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Data +
Data +
GND
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ON
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 101
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GND
GND
On
Off
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0-10V IN
+12-24V
GND
GND
Made in P.R.C
DMX IN
Analog
Load (max 6A)
DMX OUT
AL-DIMMER-1 PRO
DC IN
6AMax
GND
Data -
Data -
+12-24V
Data +
Data +
GND
11
22
44
88
1616
3232
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256
AddrDim
ON
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 101
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Stripe
Stripe
Clear
Clear
GND
+12-24V
0-10VIN
+12-24V
GND
GND
Analog
Load (max 6A)
Stripe
Stripe
Clear
Clear
GND
+12-24V
0-10VIN
+12-24V
GND
GND
Analog
Load (max 6A)
AL DRIVER 1 (0-10V OR DMX CONTROL)
This compact unit measures just 3.5”x 1.6” x 0.8”and provides dimming control for Flex One
tapes from either analog 0-10V (sink or source) or digital DMX control inputs. The AL Driver
1 unit requires a 24VDC power supply (such as the Acclaim Lighting APS-240-24) and can
drive up to three Flex One SO spools or one Flex One SO spool.
Up to three spools of Flex One SO (in
parallel, NOT daisy chained) or one
spool of Flex One HO tape can be
driven by a single AL Driver 1 unit.
Link cables require 2 cores. See cable
recommendations on page 13.
AL Driver 1 unit
Power input
(24VDC 5A maximum)
0-10V
analog input
DMX
input
AL Driver 1 units
Power input
(24VDC 5A max)
Power input
(24VDC 5A max)
DMX
daisychain
to next unit
Dimming control (and control daisy chaining) by DMX
Up to 32 AL Driver 1 units can be daisy chained on a single unbuffered DMX line. The final
unit in the daisy chain must be terminated by a 120Ω resistor across the Data + and –
output terminals.
Dimming control by analog 0-10V (sink or source) input
Up to three spools of Flex One SO (in
parallel, NOT daisy chained) or one
spool of Flex One HO tape can be
driven by a single AL Driver 1 unit.
Link cables require 2 cores. See cable
recommendations on page 13.
AL DRIVER 1 (0-10V OR DMX CONTROL)

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DMX/RDM IN
ANALOG IN
123
DMX/RDM OUT
0-10 GND 0-10 GND
ANALOG THRU
Green -
White -
Red -
V +
V +
5
Blue -
Green -
White -
Red -
V +
V +
3
Blue -
Green -
White -
Red -
V +
V +
1
Blue -
Green -
White -
Red -
V +
V +
6
Blue -
Green -
White -
Red -
V +
V +
4
Blue -
Green -
White -
Red -
V +
V +
2
Blue -
+24V
+24V +24V
+24V
+24V
Green -
White -
Red -
V +
V +
x
Blue -
Clear
Stripe
AL DRIVER 200/400/800 (0-10V, DALI OR DMX CONTROL)
AL Driver
200/400/800
unit
Note: A maximum cable size
of 14 AWG (2.081mm2) can
be used directly within the
terminal block contacts.
On all models, each port can support a maximum of 6.6A, however, the maximum overall
load across all ports must not exceed the following:
AL Driver 200 AL Driver 400 AL Driver 800
Maximum overall current 8A 16.5A 33A
Flex One SO (5m spool) 5 spools 6 spools 10 spools
Flex One HO (5m spool) 2 spools 4 spools 8 spools
AL DRIVER 200/400/800 (0-10V, DALI OR DMX CONTROL)
Four ports: [part #: AL Driver 200]
Six ports: [part #: AL Driver 400] or
Ten ports: [part #: AL Driver 800].
The full size AL Drivers provide multi-channel dimming control for Flex One tapes, using
either 0-10V, DALI or DMX control inputs (standalone modes also available). All three models
are connected and configured in similar ways; it is the number of ports and total overall
current capacity that varies. See cable recommendations on page 13.
DMX input (DALI and 0-10V source or
sink inputs and outputs also available)