epixsky DROP-IN-STAR User manual

DROP-IN-STAR PANEL INSTALLATION MANUAL
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In this kit you will find the following:
• Acoustical fiber optic panels
• Epic Link
• RJ45 Quick Connect Cables
• 12V Power Supply
• Advanced Pro Controller (optional)*
• Epic Wifi (optional)*
Some jobs that require color control (eg, cove lighting), remote controlling will require and Advanced
and/or Epic WiFi controller.
Note: Sometimes there will be more than one lead wire and sometimes the wire(s) will already be attached to the power supply.
For a smooth installation we highly recommend the following:
• Painters tape or a light adhesive masking tape
• Sharp X-acto Knife or box cutter
• 3M Adhesive spray
• Ladder
• A work buddy
Fiber Optic Star
Lighting Systems
Congratulations on your purchase
of your new star panel system!
PACKAGE CONTENTS
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Epic Sky is the ORIGINAL MANUFACTURER of the most
advanced LED star ceiling technology on the market today!
AWARD
WINNER
3100 Pennington Road. Orlando, Florida 32804 • Phone: [phone] • Email: [e-mail]
epiXsky.com
epiXsky
A Division of Impact Lighting Inc.

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POWER SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply: Number of Panels
• 20W 10 Panels
• 40W 18 Panels
• 60W 24 Panels
Power Supply: Number of Panels
• 100W 40 Panels
• 150W 60 Panels
• 300W 120 Panels
OUR EASY
PLUG AND PLAY
SYSTEM MAKES
INSTALLATION A
SNAP!
POWER IN
V POWER SUPPLY
LEAD WIRE
LEAD RS
JUMPER CABLE
’
RS
JUMPER CABLE
RS
JUMPER CABLE
GREEN = GROUND
N = NEUTRAL
L = LINE
RJ45 IN RJ45 INRJ45 OUT RJ45 OUT
+V -V
12V/1.67A
DC OK
+V ADJ
+
100-240VAC
0.55A
50/60Hz
NL
DC
OK
Leave the lead wire from the EPIC LINK hanging o the side of the first panel so you can connect the next
panel. The flat design of the Epic Link and power supply allows for you to be able to “sandwich” them
between the ceiling and surface mount panels if using spacers. White gaers tape, glue dots, or double
sided tape are helpful in organizing RJ45 Cables during installation. Typically power supply and power Epic
Link will be installed above the ceiling.
PLUG AND PLAY COMPONENTS
RS-232
OUT
IN
12VDC
+ --
SERIAL RS-232
POWER
Note: If you have more than 120 panels, please contact our customer service department.
! WEAR LATEX GLOVES TO KEEP PANELS CLEAN WHILE HANDLING!
EPIC LINK
ALLSTAR™ BOARDS
VERY IMPORTANT: Make sure your connections IN (GREEN) & OUT (RED) are correct from each star
board to ensure proper power and communication. One wrong connection will disrupt communication
to all panels following.
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED 4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED 4

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
ACOUSTICAL FIBER
OPTIC PANELS
EPIC LINK ADVANCED PRO
OPTIONAL
EPIC WIFI
OPTIONAL
ACOUSTICAL FIBER
OPTIC PANELS
V POWER SUPPLY

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J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED 4
RS-232
OUT
IN
12VDC
+ --
SERIAL RS-232
POWER
INSTALLATION STEPS
FOR DROP CEILING
NOTE: Firmly place
RJ45 connector in the
port. Your should feel
a ‘click’ indicating a
secure connection
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Connect the lead wire coming from the Epic Link to the starboard. Plug the RJ45
connector into the left port to the first panel you are installing. Connect your shorter
jump wire into the right that will lead to the left port of your next panel to be placed.
Refer to wiring diagram on page 3 for connection instructions.
Insert Star Panel into drop ceiling frame.
Star Board and Fibers
Star Panel
Drop Ceiling Frame
LEAD CABLE IS
 FEET
LEAD CABLE TO “IN” PORT
JUMP CABLE FROM
“OUT” PORT TO
NEXT PANEL BOARD
“CLICK”
+V -V
12V/1.67A
DC OK
+V ADJ
+
100-240VAC
0.55A
50/60Hz
NL
DC
OK
POWER IN
V POWER SUPPLY
LEAD WIRE
LEAD RS
JUMPER CABLE
’
EPIC LINK
GREEN = GROUND
N = NEUTRAL
L = LINE

Up to 12 panels can be connected together in any configuration per lead wire. If your installation
requires more than 12 panels, you will need an additional lead jumper wire and may need to add
an additional Power Supply.
See PAGE 1 Power Specifications.
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WIRING DIAGRAM /STAR
PANELS ONLY
DIAGRAM ABOVE IS AN EXAMPLE WIRING DIAGRAM FOR A BASIC STAR
PANEL CONFIGURATION. ELEMENTS SHOWN ARE NOT TO SCALE.
+V -V
12V/1.67A
DC OK
+V ADJ
+
100-240VAC
0.55A
50/60Hz
NL
DC
OK
RS-232
OUT
IN
12VDC
+ --
SERIAL RS-232
POWER
POWER IN
V POWER SUPPLY
CONFIGURATION WITH POWER ADAPTER
LEAD WIRE
LEAD RS
JUMPER CABLE
’
EPIC LINK
GREEN = GROUND
N = NEUTRAL
L = LINE
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED 4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED 4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED 4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED 4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED 4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED 4

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WIRING DIAGRAM STAR
PANELS AND COVE LIGHTING
FOLLOW THE DIAGRAM BELOW FOR COVE LIGHTING CONFIGURATION
Up to 12 panels can be connected together in any configuration per lead wire. If your installation
requires more than 12 panels, you will need an additional lead jumper wire and may need to add
an additional Power Supply. (See PAGE 1 Power Specifications.)
advanced-pro
12
TX RX GND
RS 232
RS 232 OUT RS 232 IN
MODE
5V WiFi
Power
OUTPUT
WHITE RGB WBGR
++
+
12V -24V
--
LED OUTPUT INPUT
ADDRESS OPTION LOGO
0 1 2 3 1 2 3 L
OUR EASY
PLUG & PLAY
SYSTEM MAKES
INSTALLATION A
SNAP
POWER IN
LEAD WIRE
(A)
BARREL JACK POWER SUPPLY
or connect to
12V power supply
No need to connect to 12V power supply (A) to module when
using LINK as RJ45 cable becomes your power conductor
JUMPER
CABLE
GREEN = GROUND
N = NEUTRAL
L = LINE
RJ45 IN
RJ45 OUT
+V -V
12V/1.67A
DC OK
+V ADJ
+
100-240VAC
0.55A
50/60Hz
NL
DC
OK
RJ45 OUT
RS-232
OUT
IN
12VDC
+ --
SERIAL RS-232
POWER
NOTE:
IF YOU ARE USING OUR WIFI
INTERFACE YOU MUST HAVE
A LINK TO ACCOMPLISH
COMMUNICATION
NOTE:
YOU CAN USE OUR WiFi
INTERFACE OR A 3RD PARTY
RS-232 CONTROLLER HERE
PWR
ETHERNET
RS-232
RS-232
TX RX
WiFi READYLINK TXDRXD
POWER
5-8V DC
LED STRIP AMBIENT COVE LIGHTING
++
12V
B R G
12V
B R G
++
12V
B R G
12V
B R G
+ 12V
B R G
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED4
J2
U1
R2
BRIGHTDIM
R1
S1
J1
LED4

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To field cut star panels for protruding objects such as drop beams,
canned lights, or air conditioning vents, mark the location of the
protrusion on the upper (unfinished) side of the panel. Use a sharp
NON-SERRATED knife or box cutter. Cut the desired shape down
through the fiberglass but NOT THROUGH THE FABRIC. Set your
knife blade. Take your time!
Remove the cut fiberglass
piece from the panel.
Carefully cut a clean
“X” into the center of
the fabric.
Fold flaps back through
the opening.
Spray back of loose flaps
with a 3M super 77 spray
and press flat to surface
If a fiber or 2 is placed in a location you need to cut out
simply cut the fiber, use the poker tool to make another hole
in a location you desire, and push fiber through.
(It may not be necessary to do this as each board is populated evenly.)
CUSTOM CUTTING
NOTE: Always cut on a flat surface.
Spare cardboard works great. Make sure
your knife is sharp so you don’t tear or pull
the fabric
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Impact Lighting, Inc.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Contract
No quotation or order acknowledgment to terms of these terms and conditions shall be changed in any respect except as specifically
agreed to in writing and signed by an authorized oicer of Impact Lighting, Inc. No statement, representation or warranty not contained
herein shall be binding on Impact Lighting, Inc., unless made in writing and signed by an authorized oicer of Impact Lighting, Inc.
2. Payment
Unless other arrangements have been authorized by our oice in writing, all orders require a 50% deposit to accompany any purchase
order or proposal acceptance, with balance due and paid prior to shipment. Payments must be made directly to Impact Lighting, Inc.
Payments made otherwise are unauthorized, as there are no other parties authorized to collect money for Impact Lighting, Inc. and thus
payments made to other parties or entities are made at purchaser’s own risk. ONCE AN ORDER HAS BEGUN PRODUCTION IT CANNOT
BE CANCELED. Changes to orders are subject to a change order process and may incur additional fees and extend lead times.
3. Prices
Price quotes can be obtained from authorized Impact Lighting, Inc. representatives ONLY. Quotations are firm for 30 days, and otherwise
are subject to change without notice. Prices do not include freight or tax unless specifically noted.
4. Shipping Dates
Average shipping time is 4-6 weeks after receipt of order and deposit, however this can vary. Please consult your sales rep for expected
shipping dates for specific orders. Our estimated shipping dates are our best approximation of a probable shipping date and shall not be
deemed to present a fixed or guaranteed date. Impact Lighting, Inc. shall not be responsible for any damages, penalties or charge backs
resulting from delayed shipments or from its inability to ship by the estimated shipping date.
5. Consequential Damage
Impact Lighting, Inc. shall not be liable for any consequential, contingent, or incidental damages whatsoever. Impact Lighting, Inc. is not
liable for damages of any kind resulting from any delay or failure to deliver or perform due to strikes, lockouts, or other labor diiculties, or
failure due to delay of sources of supply, transportation diiculties, accidents, fires, acts of God, or any other causes of like or unlike nature
beyond Impact Lighting, Inc.’s control.
6. Installation and Limited Warranty
All of our products are manufactured with UL, ETL, or CE approved components. All fixtures shown in our catalog conform to all applicable
UL standards at the time of printing. Impact Lighting, Inc. reserves the right to change or improve the design or components of any of its
products due to availability or changes in UL standards, without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured
and without notice. All equipment is tested and inspected prior to shipment. All secondary parts warranties are carried by their respective
manufacturers with typical industry standard warranty periods.
Buyer must inspect goods for any defects prior to installation, within 10 days of receipt. No claims will be accepted after 10 days. All
goods must be installed and inspected by a qualified installer or electrician, as appropriate for the product. Impact Lighting, Inc. warrants
its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of purchase. This warranty is limited to the
correction of any such defect or the replacement of the defective item. This warranty does not cover labor, shipping or installation costs,
and specifically excludes any product that has suered from misuse, negligence or accident, if it has been used in a manner contrary to
accepted normal use or to Impact Lighting, Inc.’s printed instructions, been improperly installed, overloaded, altered, tampered with, or
otherwise abused in which any parts, including glass, have been reworked, repaired, or replaced outside of Impact Lighting, Inc.’s facility.
This warranty specifically excludes finishes due to the unsuitability of many cleaning agents. There are no other express warranties
including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose. Impact Lighting, Inc. shall not be liable for consequential
damages or cost of removal and re-installation of its products. This warranty is strictly limited to the original purchaser.
7. Returns and Cancellation of orders
All merchandise is custom made to order, and therefore we cannot accept returns or cancellations of an order. If the buyer, after approval
of an order to Impact Lighting Inc. desires to cancel the order, and Impact Lighting Inc. accepts such, cancellation charges shall be
50% of the total price of the order or, if greater, the actual costs incurred by Impact Lighting Inc. with respect to the order at the time of
cancellation.
3100 Pennington Road. Orlando, Florida 32804 • Phone: 407-745 - 4584 • Email: [e-mail]
epiXsky.com
epiXsky
A Division of Impact Lighting Inc.