Minleon EXPRESS User manual

PRECAUTIONS & INSTALLATION
REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE USE
1. Warning. This controller operates and controls 110v lights. ALWAYS disconnect power
before connecting and disconnecting lights. ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT
TOUCH ANY OF THE BOARDS COMPONENTS WHEN THE CONTROLLER IS POWERED
2. Always operate the controller with the enclosure door always closed and secured to
prevent water from entering.
3. Ensure all wiring is secured and all wiring is securely connected to the terminal strip.
4. Do not over tighten the screws on the terminal as damage may occur to the controller
5. Do not place lights or controller in areas where there is extreme heat or cold.
6. Do not strain the cables of the lights as damage may occur to the wiring.
MINLEON EXPRESS CONTROLLER
QUICK REFERENCE
MINLEON EXPRESS TYPICAL LAYOUT
Cat5/6 cable
Cat5/6 cable
DMX Dongle
Lights
Lights
16 x 110VAC dimmable
Outputs sockets
16 x 110VAC dimmable
Outputs sockets
110vAC plug
110vAC plug
Computer running DMX capable
software like Minleons LightShow Pro
Specifications & Features
16 x 110VAC Dimmable Outputs
20 Amps Maximum Load per Board
2 Amps Maximum per channel/output
Inbuilt Test Mode and channel LED indicator
Works on Industry standard DMX
Controllers can be connected together in a network
Settable DMX start Address
DMX signal Splitter
IP56 Weather proof enclosure
20 Amp fuse protection
Introduction
The Minleon Express is a 16 channel 16 output 110 Volt AC dimmer controller board that
allows the user to control various lighting and equipment via a computer using DMX capable
sequencing software like Minleons Lights Show Pro software.

DMX In
DMX Out
Splitter
Mode Button
Select Button
Digital Display
LED4/Done LED
LED3/DMX LED
LED 2/ZC LED
Channel LEDs 1 to 16
Test Mode
The Minleon Express allows you to test your lights and outputs without the need of a computer. To place the controller
into test mode then press the mode button until the digital display shows the symbol TST. Once this is showing then
press the select button .The digits in the digital display should light up in a circle pattern for a second and then the 16
channel LEDs should light up 1 through 16. Then they should flash once and finally LED 2 and LED 4 should stay on with
the remaining LEDs off. (If you have a DMX Signal then LED 3 will stay on.) If you have plugs and lights attached they
should go on and off with the LEDS.
Setting the Express Controller DMX Start Address
If we wanted to use the Minleon Express from channel 50 to 65 we would then need to set the controllers
starting address which would be channel 50 as this is the first channel that you want to use.
To change the start address you need to power up the Minleon Express controller, It will then show the
controllers current start address. To change the start address you then press the mode button twice. Use
the select button to then increment channel numbers. Use the mode button to set the next number as the
display is set out so that the left display will change the 100th number, the middle will change the 10th and
the right is single number. Once the start address is correct, then press the mode button and it is set
Connecting the Minleon Express to a DMX Network
The Minleon Express Controller must be connected from the DMX IN on the Minleon Express controller to either a computer, control
desk, Minleon Express controller or DMX device outputting industry standard DMX512.
DMX/LED #3 will light up when a DMX signal is received by the Minleon Express Controller. You can connect additional Minleon Express
controllers or other DMX devices by connecting to the DMX out socket,
The Minleon Express also has the ability to split a DMX signal so you can connect additional Minleon Express controllers or DMX
controlled devices using the splitter socket.
Important Notice
It is the sole responsibility of the reader to ensure that all safety
precautions are taken, Minleon and/or any involved parties relinquishes
any responsibility and liabilities for any content within this quick guide
that may cause the reader any injury or loss of property due to incorrect
use. By reading this guide you take sole responsibility for all actions taken.
Ensure all local and state electrical laws are taken into consideration when
using this product. Minleon do not take responsibility for any use outside
of state and local laws and regulations.
Minleon reserve the right to make product changes from time to time
which may differ from this guide
© Copyright 2013 Minleon www.minleonusa.com
Fault Diagnosis
No lights on
Controller
Check that power is connected and turned on
Try another power outlet or check that the power outlet works by connecting another appliance to
the power outlet
Check that the 20 amp fuse on the controller has not blown
No DMX signal
(LED#3)
Ensure that the controller network Cat5/6 cable is connected to the controller and the DMX dongle
Check that the computer software is configured correctly and outputting to the DMX dongle
Try another CAT5/6 network cable
Lights do not come on
Put the controller into test mode to check if the lights come on
Make sure that the lights are connected to the controllers output plugs
Make sure that there is a DMX signal and the software is configured correctly.
Turn off the power to the controller for10 seconds and then turn back on