Acclaim Lighting Terra Linear User manual

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User guide
Terra Linear™

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ....................................... 2
Welcome 2
Safety, maintenance and cleaning 2
Supplied items 3
Required accessories 3
Optional accessories 4
INSTALLATION.......................................... 5
Mounting 5
Surface preparation and drainage 6
Mounting height 6
In-ground installation 7
Power 11
Interconnecting 12
Termination 12
Linking to an XTR Driver 13
Optional AJBOX1 conduit connections 14
Flexible power options 15
Run lengths - fixture maximum 16
Run lengths - overall maximum 16
Important cabling considerations 17
Control 18
DMX control considerations 19
Tips for achieving successful DMX control 20
Innovations to enable long runs 21
Optional wireless control 21
OPERATION ............................................22
Addressing fixtures 22
DMX cell addressing 23
Setting the cell mode (personality) 24
Testing emitter output 25
FURTHER INFORMATION............................26
Troubleshooting 26
Specifications 27
Dimensions 28
Limited product warranty 33

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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME
Welcome to the Terra Linear™ range from Acclaim Lighting. These tough, drive-over ready
fixtures designed for all-weather in-ground applications. Available in 1 foot and 4 foot
lengths, these aluminum-bodied IP68 fixtures are particularly suited to recessed façade
lighting applications. A wide range of emitter, beam angle and power options make it
straightforward to match each unit to the specific requirements of your installation.
Using unified power and DMX control links, Terra Linear fixtures can be rapidly daisy-chained
in long runs. All standard mains voltages are directly supported or, to achieve impressive
single runs up to 700 linear feet (213m), Terra Linear can be driven by Acclaim Lighting’s XTR
Driver.
Control is achieved using the industry standard DMX-512A format, with RDM for
configuration. DALI and 0-10V control inputs can also be used when an XTR Driver or
optional converters are employed.
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 an environmentally protected location, is
correctly fused and has a valid protective earth that is tied to true earth.
WARNING - HIGH VOLTAGE
This device can use high voltages (up to 400VDC) which could
cause severe personal injury or death if misused:
• Always isolate power before connecting or disconnecting links.
•Installation to be carried out by certied electricians only.
•Use only approved cables and connectors.
•Check all connections are correctly made before energizing.
HIGH VOLTAGE
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 along with warm water when cleaning each fixture.
•Never use alcohol or solvents.
SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

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SUPPLIED ITEMS
REQUIRED ACCESSORIES
Terra Linear 1’ or 4’
Feed cables
(incl terminator end cap)
10’ (3m) [TLAFC10]
50’ (15m) [TLAFC50]
In-ground sleeve plus
removable pour cover
1’ [TLAIGS1]
4’ [TLAIGS4]
continued
For dimensions of all items,
please see page 28.

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
IP66 junction box
(incl. outlet cable gland)
[AJBOX1]
Link cables
1’ (30cm) [TLALC1]
5’ (1.5m) [TLALC5]
10’ (3m) [TLALC10]
XTR Driver adapter cable
(allows a Terra Linear link
cable to be connected to an
XTR Driver output)
[TLAXTRC1]
Terminator (end cap)
[TLAEC]

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INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
For each Terra Linear fixture, an in-ground aluminum sleeve of the same length is required
(see page 3 for part codes and page 28 for dimensions). Sleeves feature a removable
2” rubber knockout at each end as well as an aluminum pour cover along the upper
surface, which fully protects the internal chamber while surface work is in progress.
IMPORTANT: To achieve a full 6000 lbs (2,721kg) drive-over rating, the long sides
of each sleeve must be fully supported on 8” (203mm) concrete. Otherwise the
xture must be reduced to a walk-over rating of 2000 lbs (907kg).
Soft ground
base
Finishing
Concrete
TO ACHIEVE A FULL 6000 LBS DRIVE-OVER RATING
SOFT GROUND BASE - 2000 LBS WALK-OVER RATING
Terra Linear placed into sleeve
1.5” Conduit
Finishing
Concrete
Aluminum
retainers
(up to 6)

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SURFACE PREPARATION AND DRAINAGE
Correct surface preparation is essential to ensure that the required walk- or drive-over rating
is achieved (see page 5), as well as sufficient drainage to prevent permanent flooding of
the chamber(s).
Each sleeve should be mounted into a level surface that is free draining, such as a permeable
stone/gravel mix. If the base is concrete then suitable drainage holes should be created.
The following minimum drainage rates should be met or exceeded:
Sleeve length Sleeve volume Minimum drainage rate
1ft 0.6 gallons 0.022 gallons per minute
(2.7 liters) (0.1 liters per minute)
4ft 2.4 gallons 0.09 gallons per minute
(10.9 liters) (0.4 liters per minute)
Where drainage rates are insufficient, further measures should be employed, such as a
French drain below the immediate mounting surface of each sleeve.
MOUNTING HEIGHT
IMPORTANT: For walk- and drive-over installations, the long sides of the sleeve
must be fully supported and the sleeve height must be arranged to ensure that its
top edge is exactly level with the nished surface:
Soft ground
Walk-over applications
Concrete
Full drive-over rating
Soil
Stone/
gravel
mix
Sleeve too high
Sleeve too low
Sleeve level with surface

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IN-GROUND INSTALLATION
The following section provides a brief overview of the recommended steps required to
successfully install a Terra Linear fixture.
TO INSTALL A TERRA LINEAR FIXTURE
1 Prepare the mounting location(s) - see ”Mounting”on page 5.
2 Remove the pour cover from the sleeve
as well as one or both of the 2”rubber
knockout(s).
3 Lay the sleeve in place and use up
to six retainers (by others) suitable
to the mounting surface to prevent
movement. The retainers should
be aluminum to prevent galvanic
corrosion and 6”(150mm) in length
or longer.
Sleeve
2” knockout
Pour cover
3rd party
retainers
Six mounting slots can
accommodate retainers up to
3/16” (4mm) in diameter

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4 Attach a suitable 1.5”conduit
(by others) to the inlet hole
and lock it in place.
Repeat for the outlet hole, if
required.
1.5” conduit
Conduit
lock nut
•Where sleeves are abutted,
use suitable 1.5” conduit
couplers to secure the
joins.
Conduit coupler
(and lock nut)

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5 Run the link cables through the
conduit into the sleeve chamber
(using a draw wire if necessary).
6 If possible, test the connections
before the final surface is laid.
7 Prior to surfacing, replace the
supplied pour cover onto the
sleeve to prevent concrete
entering the chamber. Tape over
the holes in the pour cover.

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8 Once the finished surface has
been applied, carefully remove
the pour cover to reveal the
chamber.
9 Set the Terra Linear fixture near
the sleeve and connect the
cables.
Note: When attaching cables
and/or termination end cap,
ensure the connectors are
correctly mated and fully
locked to prevent water
penetration. Failure to do so
may invalidate the warranty.
See page 12.
10 Carefully fold the cables into
the chamber as the Terra Linear
is lowered. The 1ft sleeve in
particular is a tight fit.
11 Insert the supplied bolts and
tighten using a Torx T20 security
driver (not supplied).

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Control cores: 24 AWG / 0.25mm2
Power cores: 14 AWG / 2.5mm2
POWER
Power and control are combined within the IP66-rated feed and link cables using a
proprietary design. Neighboring units can be directly connected without need for extra
cables.
The color designations for the optional feed cable are as follows:
Always follow these steps when using Terra Linear cabling:
•Ensure that the power input is isolated from the mains supply.
•At each connection, remove the cover caps from both the socket and plug.
•Align the orientation marks of the socket and plug, then push them together and twist
the locking collar to lock them fully together.
•Do not exceed the stated maximum fixtures in a daisy chain - see page 16.
•At the nal xture in a daisy-chain run, install a terminator (end cap) to
seal o the power bus and also correctly terminate the DMX control feed
(see page 12).
•To release a connection, ensure that the power input is isolated, then twist the locking
collar to release the connection.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that power earth and
DMX GND are both tied to true earth.

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INTERCONNECTING
Terra Linear fixtures have two 18”
(450mm) composite power/control
leads - an input at one end and a output
at the other. Fixtures can be directly
daisy-chained or alternatively an optional
link cable can be used between any two
fixtures to make up a gap.
To next
xture
Feed cable, link
cable or output
from previous
xture
Orientation
keys/marks
TERMINATION
It is important that the final fixture in a run is
correctly terminated using a terminator/end cap
(see page 4). This ensures that:
•The DMX signals are correctly terminated, and
•The power bus is safely sealed off.
Terminator
(end cap)
Output of
nal xture

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LINKING TO AN XTR DRIVER
Terra Linear fixtures can operate directly from standard AC mains voltages (100 to 277VAC)
or alternatively can be connected to an Acclaim Lighting XTR Driver, enabling even longer
runs. Use an optional XTR Driver adapter cable (see page 4) to convert from XTR output
to Terra Linear input:
Always follow these steps when using XTR cabling:
•Ensure that the power input is isolated from the mains supply.
•At each connection, release the cover caps from both the socket and plug.
•Align the orientation marks of the socket and plug - and then push them together so that
the blue lock ring clicks fully into place.
•As each connection is made, ensure that the connector is fully locked onto the socket.
•Any unused output ports must have their cover cap securely xed in place.
•Do not exceed the stated maximum fixtures in a daisy chain - see page 16.
•At the nal xture in a daisy-chain run, install an End Cap (see page 3) to
seal o the power bus and also correctly terminate the DMX control feed.
•To release a connection, ensure that the power input is isolated, then twist the blue lock
ring of the plug counter-clockwise to release the connection.
WARNING - HIGH VOLTAGE
This device can use high voltages (up to 400VDC) which could
cause severe personal injury or death if misused:
• Always isolate power before connecting or disconnecting links.
•Installation to be carried out by certied electricians only.
•Use only approved cables and connectors.
•Check all connections are correctly made before energizing.
HIGH VOLTAGE
Input to Terra
Linear (or a link
cable leading to a
Terra Linear)
XTR Driver output port
HIGH VOLTAGE - Please
read and adhere to all of
the advice points listed
below.
XTR Driver
adapter cable

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OPTIONAL AJBOX1 CONDUIT CONNECTIONS
If an AJBOX1 is required to connect a feed cable with external power and control link, the Terra
Linear feed cable connections should be arranged on the internal connector blocks as shown
here. The separate power and control input connections can be made on the other side of
these connector blocks.
IMPORTANT: The AJBOX1 is rated for maximum voltages up to 277VAC. Do not use
AJBOX1 to connect XTR high voltage links.
For further details, please see:
•Page 11 for wire colors.
•Acclaim Lighting AJBOX1 user guide
(https://acclaimlighting.com/ajbox1).

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FLEXIBLE POWER OPTIONS
Terra Linear fixtures support two different power options:
XTR Driver supply
An optional XTR Driver 4000 or
XTR Driver 8000 can be used to
create a special high voltage supply
(380VDC) in order to achieve greatly
increased fixture run lengths.
Standard mains supply
Using a feed cable, one or more
Terra Linear fixtures can be
powered directly from a standard
mains supply, ranging from 100
to 277VAC (50/60Hz).
Note:
Terra Linear
fixtures can
use either
power method
without any
reconfiguration;
voltage levels
are automatically
detected.
Optional
AJBOX1
enclosure
Please see page 16 for further details about run lengths.
XTR adapter
cable
[TLAXTRC1]

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RUN LENGTHS - FIXTURE MAXIMUM
The maximum number of fixtures that can be driven in a single run is determined by the
supply voltage and the collective power requirements for the fixtures. The maximum
total lengths listed here can be formed from any combination of 1’ or 4’ fixtures. Fixtures
with differing LED color options can be mixed freely as they all adhere to the same power
specifications (within their LO/EO/SO/HO types).
Model Power 100VAC 230VAC XTR Driver XTR Driver
draw 120VAC 277VAC 4000 8000
LO (2.5W/ft) 200’ (61m) 400’ (122m) 700’ (213m) 2x 700’ (213m)
EO (5W/ft) 200’ (61m) 400’ (122m) 700’ (213m) 2x 700’ (213m)
SO (12W/ft) 100’ (30.5m) 200’ (61m) 300’ (91.5m) 2x 300’ (91.5m)
HO (20W/ft) 50’ (15m) 100’ (30.5m) 150’ (45m) 2x 150’ (45m)
RUN LENGTHS - OVERALL MAXIMUM
In addition to remaining within the maximum permitted length of fixtures in a single run (as
discussed above), you also need to adhere to the working limits for the overall length of the
whole installation, ie the total length fixtures in the run plus all their additional feed and
link cabling, as listed below.
Note: These limits are imposed only by the power characteristics. The length of the DMX control
feed to the first XTR fixture could potentially be up to the usual DMX standard limit (3,900
feet/1200m) with appropriate cable choice, although Acclaim Lighting recommends a maximum
DMX / RDM run of 1,500’ (457m) without buffering (see ‘Important cabling considerations’ on
page 17 and “Tips for achieving successful DMX control” on page 20).
Supply Maximum overall run length
voltage (xtures plus all extra cabling)
100/120VAC (10A max) 200’ (61m)
230/277VAC (10A max) 400’ (121m)
380VDC (XTR Driver) 800’ (243m)
IMPORTANT: Ensure the voltage drop across the entire run does not exceed 9%.

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IMPORTANT CABLING CONSIDERATIONS
During installation, protection of the cabling must always be fully considered:
•Wherever possible, above grade cable runs should be positioned to make
them beyond normal reach within any installation.
•For long above grade cable runs, external runs and in areas where public
contact and/or accidental damage is possible, the cabling should be
contained within protective conduit. Minimum spec: Schedule 40, 1.5” (ID:
Ø1.61”, OD: Ø1.74”).
•Additional power cabling: Where power feeds require the use of third party
cabling, the power cores should be 14 AWG minimum.
•Additional DMX control cabling: For initial control runs leading to the Terra
Linear run, these are recommended:
•Indoor exposed or inside conduit above grade: Belden 9842
•Indoor plenum: Belden 82842
•Outdoor exposed, direct burial, or inside conduit below grade:
Belden 3107DB
•Ensure that:
•The mains input is derived from a suitable overload-protected supply.
•All cable access points, plus the enclosure cover are correctly sealed.
•All local codes are followed during planning and installation.
•Connections are made, inspected and certified by a qualified electrician.
Schedule 40
1.5” conduit
1.5” exible
conduit or
conduit coupler
for abutted
sleeves

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CONTROL
Terra Linear fixtures use DMX as their native control method, however, it is possible to use
other common control protocols when required, such as 0-10V (source or sink) or DALI.
CONTROL INPUTS VIA CONVERTERS
•DMX - connect a DMX input directly into the feed cable.
•0-10V - use an Acclaim Lighting ZDM 6 (or similar) to convert one or more analog control
feeds into a combined DMX feed¹.
•DALI - use an Acclaim Lighting DDC-1-AC (or similar) to convert one or more DALI
channels into a combined DMX feed¹.
CONTROL INPUTS VIA AN XTR DRIVER
The XTR Driver 4000 and 8000 units can accept DMX, 0-10V or DALI control inputs directly.
The latter two methods are converted within the driver²before being transmitted as DMX
within the consolidated output, together with the high voltage XTR power.
NOTES:
¹ When using Acclaim Lighting ZDM 6 or DDC-1-AC modules it is possible to convert up to six
0-10V feeds or up to 64 DALI channels into separate DMX channels within a consolidated feed -
thus allowing multiple Terra Linear fixtures to be uniquely addressed.
²When using an XTR Driver, the internal conversion supports either a single 0-10V feed or a single
‘broadcast’ DALI channel - meaning that all Terra Linear fixtures will use the same single control
address. To benefit from multiple channels, use a ZDM 6 or DDC-1-AC to externally convert signals.