MegaLite DECO TENTACLE User manual

USER MANUAL
Table of Contents
Safety Information 3
What Is Included 3
Specifications 4
Main Power Connection 5
DMX-512 Control 5
Deco Driver Info 5
Size & Weight 6
Cleaning & Maintenance 7
Rigging the Fixture 7
Warranty 8
Customer Support 8

3
What is Included
1pc Deco Tentacle
6pc Single Point Mounting Clips
1pc User Manual
Protection Against Fire
1. Maintain a minimum of 2 feet distance from any type of flame.
2. Do Not install the unit to close too a heat source.
3. Make sure cables are properly secured away from movement.
4. Maximum surface operating temperature is 125°F
5. Unit must not be left on for long periods of time.
Protection Against Electrical Fire
1. Disconnect power before servicing.
2. For connection to main power supply proceed to page 5.
3. This fixture must not be left on for long periods of time.
Protection Against Mechanical Hazards
1. Use safety mesures when hanging unit.
2. Use quality clamps or bolts when positioning unit
3. Do not open, risk of electrical shock.
Ingress Protection
IP 65
Protection Against Fire
Protection Against Electrical Fire
Protection Against Mechanical Hazards
The IP rating is commonly expressed as IP (Ingress Protection) is followed by 2 numbers (i.e. 65)
where the numbers define the fixture rating. The first number indicates the size of a particle that can
enter the fixture.. The second number indicates the extent of protection against water entering the
fixture. An IP66 rating in this fixture indicates that dust particles can not enter the fixture. And there is
protection against water spray from entering the fixture from any direction.
Check that the unit has not been damaged during transportCheck that the unit has not been damaged during transport

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Specifications
Part Numbers
Fixture
5050T– Deco Tentacle
Mechanical Specifications
IP Rating: IP65
Fastening System:
Power Connection:
Housing:
Housing Type:
Curving Type:
Length:
Cuttable:
LED Spacing:
6 Mounting Clips (included) 3M Temporary Mounting Tape
5 Conductor Cable
Silicone type material
Lensed flex unit
Up & Down Curve (when light output is facing up)
16.5 feet (5030mm)
Cuttable every 7 LEDs, ~6.5” (166 mm)
.93” inch (23.8mm)
Electrical Specifications
LED Type:
LED Qty:
Each LED Watts:
Color Temp WW:
CRI:
Lumens (Single led):
Beam Angle:
Power Input:
Total Max Power:
Drive Method:
SMD 5050 R,G,B,WW
210
.45
3014K
83
44lm
31֯ Each LED
24V
96W
Constant Voltage

5
Main Power Connection
Caution!
1. Deco Lighting fixtures are specifically designed to be used with a Deco Drivers.
2. Connection points must not be exposed to moisture or liquids. Use IP Rated Connections
rated for outdoor use.
3. Maximum Cable distance of 100ft before voltage drop.
4. Connect only 1 Deco Tentacle per Deco Driver output.
The occupation of the connection-cable is as follows:
DMX-512 Control
COM Voltage + Black Cable
RRed Red Cable
GGreen Green Cable
BBlue Blue Cable
WWarm White White Cable
When using the Deco Tentacle with Deco Drivers the fixture is intended to be used in Ch4 or Ch7 modes. The Deco
Driver will be required to be set in Ch4 or Ch7 operating modes
Ch7 Mode
Dimmer
Red
Green
Blue
Warm White
Strobe
Macro
Ch4 Mode
Red
Green
Blue
Warm White
Deco Driver Info
Deco Driver Info
Power Link 1 Unit Can connect 1 unit per output port
Ch Mode Ch 4 & Ch7 Use Ch4 or Ch7 Mode to control the unit

.43 inches (11mm)
6
Size & Weight
Fixture Size 16’6" (5060mm) x .80" (20 mm) x 1.1"(23.8mm)
Fixture Packaged 15" X 15" X 1.5"
Net Weight 4.2lb
Gross Weight 4.8lb
.93 inches (23.8mm)
LED Spacing
Cuttable Every
6.53 inches (166mm)
.80 inches (20mm)
16.5 feet / 5030mm
(+/- 30mm With Cable)
Total Length
.19 inches (5mm)

Cleaning and Maintenance
Installation Maintenance: The operator has to make sure that the unit is operating safely and has the installation and
electronics checked by an expert every 2 years.
The following points have to be considered during the inspection:
1) All screws used for installing the device or part of the device have to be tightly connected and must not be corroded.
2) There must not be any deformations on the housing, fixation and installation spots.
3) The electronic power supply cables must not show any damages, material fatigue (e.g. porous cables) or sediments.
Further instructions depending on the installation spot and usage have to be adhered by a skilled installer and any
safety problems have to be removed.
4) Flex Tube must only be cleaned using soap and water
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Driver Compatibility
Caution!
1. The installation must be carried out by an authorized dealer or trained professional.
2. Unit may cause severe injures if you have doubts concerning the safety do not install.
3. Unit is to be 24 inches away from flammable materials (decoration material)
When rigging a unit it is very important that you follow common safety procedures. Rigging requires extensive experi-
ence including but not limited to calculating working loads, material being used and periodic safety inspections. If you
lack these qualifications, do not attempt the installation yourself, instead use a professional structural rigger.
When rigging the unit always be secured with a secondary safety attachment. The installation location of the Fixture has
got to be built in the way that it can hold 10 times the weight for 1 hour with out any failures. Installation should be
checked at least one time a year by a skilled person.
Accessories
CON-COL-DC5 (5PIN IP rated connection) 5050T-ACC-BRA (rubber brace)
Rigging the Fixture
DECO Driver CV1 DECO Driver CV3 DIN DECO Driver CV4 DECO Driver IP

Mega Lite
18668 Highway 16N
Helotes, Texas 78023
Ph 210-684-2600 Fax [phone]
www.mega.lighting / [e-mail]
Customer Support
Document
Version Date Fixture Software Notes
2.0 7/14/2023 N/A UPDATED CONNECTIONS
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