Integral LED ILSTRGBA173E User manual

EN IP20
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
Spotless RGB 24V INTEGRAL LED Strip IP20 - 5 Year Warranty
Important Notice
1. This product should be installed according to the instructions in this guide and by a qualied electrical installer. All electrical work must be completed in
accordance with all applicable regulations and laws in the country in which it is being installed. (In accordance with IET regulations in the UK).
2. This product falls in the low voltage Class III circuit category.
3. The LED strip must be installed in sheltered and dry areas indoors.
4. Do NOT install in an environment, which exposes the strip to direct sunlight, rain, water, moisture or other particles.
The strip will dissipate heat, so it should be installed in a ventilated area.
5. Always SWITCH OFF the power at the mains when installing, adjusting, cutting or maintaining the LED strip.
6. Observe the correct polarity when connecting to a driver and controller. See Instruction – Section (D)
7. When the LED strip is ON, avoid staring directly at the LED strip.
8. Observe the operating temperature levels of the LED strip: -25° C to +45° C.
9. Ensure the constant voltage 24V LED driver(s) and controller are correctly specied for the area and total connected length of the LED strip used.
10. Do NOT power the strip whilst in the packaging reel to avoid overheating.
11. To avoid damage or malfunction, Do NOT coat the LED strip with paint, varnish or similar.
12. Always handle the LED strip with care. Do NOT twist or heavily press down on the LED strip and observe the bending rule.
13. Always switch OFF the power supply before cutting or connecting the LED strip.
14. Safely route and secure all wires so that they cannot be pinched or damaged. The driver must be connected to a stable power supply.
Introduction
1. Depending on the installation, you can purchase optional or additional accessories such as connectors, drivers and controllers. Please get in touch with your
supplier or see integral-led.com for accessories options.
2. The strip has a 5-year warranty. Questions? Please get in touch with your supplier or see integral-led.com.
(A) CHOOSING A 24V LED DRIVER
1. The LED strip operates with a 24V constant voltage LED driver. The total length of the strip (check length specication) can be powered directly with one
appropriate LED Driver. LED Drivers are sold separately in a variety of xed wattage options. Ensure the IP rating matches the requirements of the installation.
2. The specication of the LED driver will depend on the total power wattage required by the connected strip(s). The power wattage rating of the LED driver
should be at least 20% higher than the total wattage required of the strip(s) being powered.
• For example, if the strip power is 6W per metre (6W/m) and the total length of all the connected strips is 12m. Total wattage required is 6W x 12 = 72W.
Multiply by 1.2 to give the minimum driver wattage 72W X 1.2 = 86W. A 100W LED driver would be suitable for 12m. It is important to specify the correct LED
driver.
(B) PRE-INSTALLATION GUIDE
1. It is worth taking some time to plan the project for the desired eect before removing the backing tape of the LED strip. The specication, length, mounting
position and distance from an object determines the appearance of the LED strip light and the possibility of using an aluminium prole with a diuser. In
conjunction with the installed position of the LED strip, you will need to consider the safe placement and concealment of the LED driver, wires and power
switch or controller to turn the strip ON and OFF.
2. We recommend that you temporarily experiment with the strip (and holding the strip without removing the backing tape in place by using suitable resealable
tape such as masking tape if required). Safely connect the power supply – you can carefully move the strip to try dierent angles and positions to gain the
desired illumination eect and position. Check for light hot spots, glare, reections and shadows. Take care in measuring the length required before cutting the
strip. Take into account the space needed for connectors.
(C) PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLING LED STRIPS
1. High-power strips should be installed on a surface with sucient cooling capacity to keep the strip within its temperature levels. We recommend installing the
strip in an appropriate aluminium prole or on heat-sink plates for heat dissipation and strip longevity.
2. The surface to which the strip is applied must be stable, clean, dry, smooth, oil & grease-free, and at room temperature- ideally, metal, ceramics, wood and
plastics. On removal of the strip, some damage to paint, wallpaper or other substrates may occur.
3. Do NOT install in an environment, which exposes the product to direct sunlight, rain, water, moisture or other particles. The strip will dissipate heat, so it should
be installed in a ventilated area.
4. Avoid stretching, compressing, folding, twisting or bending the strip to less than 50mm.
Product code Voltage IP Rating Length Width Colour Watts/m LEDs/m
ILSTRGBA173E 24V IP20 5m 12mm RGB 14.4W/m 240LEDs/m
ILSTRGBA175E 24V IP20 3m 12mm RGB 28.8W/m 240LEDs/m
WARNING
DO NOT CONNECT THE LED STRIP DIRECTLY TO A MAINS SUPPLY.
THE LED STRIP MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO A SUITABLE CONTROLLER AND LED DRIVER. SWITCH OFF MAINS POWER BEFORE INSTALLING THE STRIP.

(D) TYPICAL INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION
The LED strip is powered by an appropriate LED driver and controller with a suitable wattage output (See Section
A). For controller options, please get in touch with your supplier or see integral-led.com. Ensure the power is
OFF and that the correct polarity is observed when wiring the LED driver. When wiring the receiver of controller
to the strip, always observe polarity for connections to control unit, positive (+) to positive, red (R) to red, green
(G) to green and blue (B) to blue (Fig.1). Additional accessories (sold separately) may be required for complex
congurations. Identify the most appropriate conguration before installation to specify wiring, LED drivers,
controllers and connections.
The maximum powered length ( ) = Total length of LED strip model (3 or 5m).
1. STRAIGHT RUN - a LED driver powers the receiver of controller and rst LED strip. Additional strips can be
connected in series up to the maximum length (Fig.2).
2. POWERED FROM THE CENTRE Power two strip lengths with the driver and the receiver of controller in
the middle, up to the maximum strip length on each side (check length specication) (Fig.3).
3. ARRAY Two or more strips in a parallel connection to the maximum length (Fig.4).
VOLTAGE DROP: If the total length of the connected strips is more than the total maximum powered length,
you may nd that the LEDs furthest away from the driver will be unlit or dimmed. To avoid this, you will need
additional drivers.
(E) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. To ensure a successful installation – please read the precautions, pre-installation and conguration
recommendations and clarify the position and wiring of the strip. Release the strip from the reel.
2. Measure and carefully cut the strip to the required length using an appropriate cutting tool. Only cut at the
cut-marks with the power OFF (Fig.5).
3. The bending diameter of the strip cannot be less than 50mm (Fig.6).
4. Gradually remove the self-adhesive backing tape during installation. Do NOT remove the backing tape all at
once to avoid the strip becoming entangled (Fig.7).
5. Stick the strip to the mounting areas by carefully but rmly pressing down on the strip to activate the
adhesive. Avoid pressing heavily on LEDs and other components.
6. Once the strip is axed correctly, it is ready to be wired. The power can be turned ON after checking the
supply voltage and wire connections – Please see Section (D).
CAUTION: Distorting or over bending the strip, cutting at non-cut points, incorrectly powering the strip
or exposing the strip to unsuitable conditions will invalidate the warranty. The strip cannot be returned or
exchange once cut (unless faulty due to parts or workmanship) (your statutory rights remain unaected).
(F) ISSUES AND SOLUTIONS
If you nd the strip is not working, only part of the strip is lit, all or some of the LEDs are intermittently ashing,
or the strip is dim or unevenly lit – Please read the following solutions.
1. Check the LED is compatible – constant-voltage and has the correct voltage – and calculate that the total
wattage of the strips connected to the driver is appropriate. Overvoltage can damage the strip (see Section A).
2. Check all connections, joins, soldering and polarity to the driver, controller and strips for intermittent and
improper connections.
3. Check that the strip is correctly installed and not over-bent.
4. Check the wire lengths between drivers and strips and between strips. If the wire lengths are too long, shorter
or thicker wires may need to be used.
Warranty/Technical &
contact information
are all available at
www.integral-led.com
Integral LED is a division of Integral Memory plc:
Unit 6, Iron Bridge Close, Iron Bridge Business Park,
London, NW10 0UF, UK
Integral Europe BV, 2801 DG, NL
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