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2021
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
OceanDMX RC

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Preface
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
WARNINGS
Before installing your DMX Controller, read and follow all warning notices and instructions which are
included. Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in property damage, severe injury or
even death.
Before installing your DMX Controller, check local laws for restrictions regarding the use of coloured lights
in your area.
Salt is an inherently corrosive material. Natural and man-made surfaces are susceptible to corrosion and
deterioration when used in and around salt water. Some combinations of plastic and polymer products are
impervious to saltwater corrosion, however, screws and fasteners used for the installation must be of a
marine grade type stainless steel or equivalent and monitored annually to ensure the controller remains in
service for years to come.
Never Use Solvents! Cleaners, fuel, and other products that may contain strong solvents, such as acetone,
that attack many plastics greatly reducing their strength and can cause irreversible damage.
Units are not waterproof. You must mount in a dry location. When installing, be sure that the controller fits
the area and secures to the mounting location using the appropriate hardware before installing.
DANGER
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION
This unit must be installed by a licensed or certified electrician in accordance with all applicable local codes
and ordinances. Improper installation will create an electrical hazard which could result in death or serious
injury to installers, or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property. Always
disconnect the power to the system at the circuit breaker before servicing the light. Failure to do so could
result in death or serious injury to serviceman, or others due to electrical shock.

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Contents
1 Overview...................................................................................................................................................4
2 Installation.................................................................................................................................................7
2.1 Finding the Mounting Location............................................................................................................7
2.2 Additional Tools and Materials Required............................................................................................7
2.3 DMX Receiver Installation ..................................................................................................................7
2.4 Electrical Connections........................................................................................................................9
2.5 Installation E6/E7..............................................................................................................................12
2.6 Installation –Pro-Series....................................................................................................................13
2.7 Installation –X-Series DMX Colours.................................................................................................14
3 Operation................................................................................................................................................19
3.1 Powering On the System..................................................................................................................19
3.2 General Operation............................................................................................................................19
3.3 Colour Remote Functions.................................................................................................................19
3.4 Dual-Colour Remote Functions ........................................................................................................20
3.5 Save Colour / Scene / Mode.............................................................................................................20
3.6 Recall the Saved Colours / Scenes ..................................................................................................21
3.7 Built In Cycle Modes (Colours Only).................................................................................................21
3.8 Paring the Remote............................................................................................................................22
4 Zone Control (Advanced Use).................................................................................................................23
4.1 Overview...........................................................................................................................................23
4.2 Changing DMX address - Explore Series.........................................................................................23
4.3 Changing DMX address –Pro-Series...............................................................................................24
4.4 Controlling the Zones........................................................................................................................25
4.5 Controlling Third-party DMX Devices................................................................................................25
4.6 Connecting Third-Party DMX Devices..............................................................................................25
5 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................26
6 Appendix.................................................................................................................................................27
5.1 Cable Gauge Chart 12V DC.............................................................................................................27
5.2 Cable Gauge Chart 24V DC.............................................................................................................28
7 Warranty.................................................................................................................................................29

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PRE-TEST
Alwaystestthesystempriortoinstallation.Failuretodothis may resultinadditionalinstallationtimeandcouldinvalidate
the warranty.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Attention Installer: This manual contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of this
product. This information should be given to the owner and/ or operator of this equipment.
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Please refer to www.oceanled.com/downloads for full warranty statement.

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1 Overview
Description:
The OceanDMX RC allows the user to remotely control the colour or dual colour LED lighting system installed on the
vessel via the DMX protocol (the lighting system must be DMX compatible). It consists of two main components:
Remote with the waterproof pouch and DMX RF Receiver/ Controller.
The remote connects with the receiver using radio frequency, then the receiver converts RF from the remote
controller to a DMX protocol. The DMX controller requires a 12v or 24v DC supply. LED lighting product/s should then
be connected to the output on the DMX Decoder, thus enabling DMX control via the RF Transmitter.
Key Features:
•User-friendly interface, easy and simple operation
•Control up to 4 zones*
•Control of third-party DMX devices*
•3 programmable scenes
•Can be controlled by maximum of 8 different remotes
•Pre-set 10 changing modes, with pause function (Colours only)
•Enable to dim brightness of each R, G, B, W channel (B & W channels for dual colour version), in order to
mix colours.
* See Section 4 –Zone Control (Advanced Use) for more information.
OceanDMX RC Contains*:
oColours (EU/US) or Dual Colour (EU/US) Remote (depending on application/ area of the world)
oTurn and lock waterproof pouch for the remote
oDMX Receiver (supplied with 4 mounting screws)
* Additional components may vary depending on which kit has been purchased.

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Remote Specifications:
Technical info
Remote
Operation Voltage
4.5v DC (3x AAA batteries –not included)
Operation Frequency
869.5 MHz or 916.5 MHz (depending on model)
Remarks
RF Signal
Operating Temp
-20°C to 40°C
Waterproof grade
IP20 Non-Waterproof (with waterproof bag IP66)
Physical Specifications
Dimensions:
55mm x 120mm x 17mm
Weight:
50g (without batteries)
Remote Dimensional Drawing:
DMX Receiver Specifications:
Technical info
DMX RF Receiver
Operation Voltage
12/24v DC (9-32v DC)
Nominal Current
200mA (Max)
Connections
Power In, DMX Out (DMX512 signal)
Input / Output cable glands
IP68 (2x M16)
Operating Temp
-20°C to +50°C
Operation Frequency
869.5 MHz or 916.5 MHz (depending on model)
Wireless Range
Up to 20 meters (depending on installation location)
Physical Specifications
Dimensions:
175mm x 125mm x 75mm
Enclosure:
IP66 ABS
Weight:
424 g
55mm
[2.165 in]
120mm
[4.724 in]
17mm
[0.670 in]

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DMX Receiver Dimensional Drawing:
Units are not waterproof. You must mount in a dry location. When installing, be sure that the controller fits
the area and secures to the mounting location using the appropriate hardware before installing.
175mm
[6.890 in]
75mm
[2.953 in]
125mm
[4.921 in]
149mm
[5.866 in]

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2 Installation
To understand the system connections / layout required for the install please refer to the relevant installation sections
later in thischapter. These are either sections 2.5,2.6 or 2.7, depending on the kit purchased. Then follow the sections
below to install the applicable units.
2.1 FINDING THE MOUNTING LOCATION
When choosing a mounting location for the DMX Controller the following recommendations need to be followed:
1. The unit should be mounted as high as possible in the vessel, and away from metal objects to ensure good radio
reception. Avoid areas surrounded by metallic insulation or coverings as this may interfere or restrict the radio
signals.
2. Consider the wiring routing / connections:
•The distance to the 12 / 24 V DC power source and suitable cable gauge (please refer to section 5
Appendix for cable gauge chart)
•Space for the routing of the DMX cable to the drivers/ lights
3. Select flat surface in a dry location away from sources of heat, ensure the unit will not be exposed to moisture.
Ensure that the ambient temperature where the unit is mounted cannot exceed 50°C - Note that engine
compartments can easily exceed this.
2.2 ADDITIONAL TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED
•Drill & Drill Bits.
•Screwdriver, Phillips #2
•Wire Strippers.
•Tape measure and Ruler or Straight Edge.
•Marking Utensil (e.g., Pencil, Sharpie Magic Marker)
•Power switch with correct current rating for system
•Power relay with correct current rating (recommended for most installations –see below)
•Fuse/holder to protect DMX receiver power wiring (500mA recommended).
2.3 DMX RECEIVER INSTALLATION
Once a suitable location has been found, use the following steps to mount the unit:
1. Unscrew the 4 case screws on the box and remove the lid.
2. The mounting holes for the unit are located inside the box, near to each corner - see diagram below.

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3. The mounting screws that are provided should be suitable for most surfaces (such as wood / fibreglass). Mark
out the required mounting hole centres and drill pilot holes as required –being careful to check for obstructions
such as cables / pipes behind the area being drilled.
4. Screw the unit to the surface using the screws provided.
Never use power tools. Hand tighten only!
107mm
[4.212 in]
157mm
[6.181 in]
4x MOUNTING HOLES
ø5mm [0.196 in]

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2.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
POWER
+12V DC
POWER +VE
-12V DC
POWER -VE
CONTROL
OUTPUT
SHIELD
CABLE SHIELD/ SCREEN IF AVAILABLE
DMX -
DMX SIGNAL -VE
DMX +
DMX SIGNAL +VE
GND
DMX GROUND
PWR SW
POWER SWITCH (ONLY X-SERIES)
Table 1: DMX Receiver Connections
1. Loosen the cable glands caps and feed the DMX control cable and power cable through the corresponding cable
glands.
2. Connect the bare ends of the 12v/24v DC power wires to the ‘Power’ green push-in terminals, then connect the
bare ends of DMX control cable wires to the ‘Control Output’ green push-in terminals. Follow the table below for
the different kits as supplied.
Power 12/24v DC
DMX Control
Output
Learn Switch
Learn
LED indicator
Figure 1: DMX Receiver Overview
Power
Cable
Control
Cable

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DMX CONTROLLER
CONTROL OUTPUT
EXPLORE E6 & E7
(4 CORES ORANGE)
PRO SERIES
(CAT 5)
X- SERIES
(4 CORES ORANGE)
SHIELD
SHIELD
-
SHIELD
DMX -
BROWN
ORANGE
BROWN
DMX +
YELLOW
ORANGE/WHITE
YELLOW
GND
BLACK
BROWN & BROWN/WHITE
(TWO WIRES)
BLACK
PWR SW
-
-
RED
RED (UNUSED, DO NOT
CONNECT)
DMX CONTROLLER
POWER
ALL CONFIGURATIONS
POWER DC +
RED
POWER DC -
BLACK
Table 2: DMX Receiver wiring
Figure 2: Explore E6 & E7 Receiver wiring
(Note: red wire in control cable is not connected)

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Figure 3: Pro Series Receiver wiring
Figure 4: X-Series Receiver wiring
3. Tighten both cable glands.
4. Close the lid of the DMX Receiver box and secure it using the four screws provided.
Note: Please double check all wire connections are secure and correct before closing the box.
Never use power tools. Hand tighten only!
TWO WIRES TO GND

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2.5 INSTALLATION E6/E7
The DMX standard recommends a maximum of 32 devices to be connected in one chain. If installation
requires more lights than this, please contact OceanLED for advice.
1. Connect the DMX control cable to the control input of the first Explore E6/7 light. Then connect a control link
cable to the next, and so on up to the last light in the chain.
The power supply to the DMX Receiver should be fused with 500mA inline fuse (not supplied).
2. Fit the supplied terminator to the output of the last E6/7 light. See the following example of the connections:
LAST LIGHT TO BE
TERMINATED
WITH TERMINATOR
Remote
Colour
DMX Receiver
TERMINATOR
Depending on the current rating requirements of the installation it is highly
recommended to install a suitably rated relay with remote switch to control
power (not supplied). This will reduce potential issues with voltage drops in the
system.
FUSE
POWER SUPPLY
12/24V DC
SWITCH
/RELAY
FUSE/
BREAKER
FUSE
FUSE
FUSE
FUSE
Control Link
Cable
Control Link
Cable
Control Link
Cable
Remote
Dual-Colour
OR
DMX
Control Cable - 5m
(supplied)
POWER CABLING
(not supplied)

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2.6 INSTALLATION –PRO-SERIES
The DMX standard recommends a maximum of 32 devices to be connected in one chain. If installation
requires more lights than this, please contact OceanLED for advice.
1. Connect the DMX control cable to the DMX input of the first driver box. The DMX output of this box should be
connected to the input of the next, and so on up to the last driver in the chain.
The power supply to the DMX Receiver should be fused with 500mA inline fuse (not supplied).
2. Fit the supplied terminator to the output of the last driver box. See the following example of the connections:
DMX Receiver
DMX Link Cable - 1x
3m (supplied with
each light)
Optional PSU for AC powered
installations (not supplied)
Remote
Colour
FUSE
PSU
12/24V DC
AC POWER
110/220V
AC DRIVER
DMX IN
DMX OUT
AC DRIVER
DMX IN
DMX OUT
AC DRIVER
DMX IN
DMX OUT
AC DRIVER
POWER IN
POWER IN
POWER IN
POWER IN
POWER IN
POWER IN
DMX IN
DMX OUT
110/220V AC
110/220V AC
110/220V AC
110/220V AC
DMX
Control Cable –5m
(supplied)
FUSE/
BREAKER
SWITCH
TERMINATOR
POWER CABLING
(not supplied)

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2.7 INSTALLATION –X-SERIES DMX COLOURS
The DMX standard recommends a maximum of 32 devices to be connected in one chain. If installation
requires more lights than this, please contact OceanLED for advice.
For the X-Series installation do not extend the 3m cable length to the DMX junction box, for longer connection
use of additional DMX junction boxes will be required.
1. Connect the DMX control cable to the DMX input of the first DMX junction box. The DMX output of this box
should be connected to the input of the next, and so on up to the last junction box in the chain.
The power supply to the DMX Receiver should be fused with 500mA inline fuse (not supplied).
2. Switch on the terminator in the last DMX Junction Box.
DMX
Junction
Box
DMX
Junction
Box
LAST JUNCTION
BOX TO BE
TERMINATED
WITH ONBOARD
SWITCH
Remote Colour
DMX Receiver
3m Maximum
Cable Length
SWITCH
Depending on the current rating requirements of the installation it is highly
recommended to install a suitably rated relay with remote switch to control
power (not supplied). This will reduce potential issues with voltage drops in the
system.
FUSE
X-SERIES LIGHT CABLES MUST
NOT BE EXTENED
FUSE/
BREAKER
POWER SUPPLY
12/24V DC
SWITCH
/RELAY
Optional Switch can be used to power on/off the
DMX Receiver unit –this will also switch power to
the lights from the DMX junction box(es).
DMX
Control Cable –
3m
(supplied)
POWER CABLING
(not supplied)
DMX Control Cable (not
supplied)

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2.7.1 DMX JUNCTION BOX INSTALLATION - X-SERIES
Mounting the DMX Junction Box
Once a suitable location has been found, use the following steps to mount the unit:
1. Unscrew the 4 case screws on the box and remove the lid.
2. The mounting holes for the unit are located inside the box, near to each corner - see diagram below.
3. Mark out the required mounting hole centres and drill pilot holes as required –being careful to check for
obstructions such as cables / pipes behind the area being drilled.
4. Screw the unit to the surface using the screws provided.
4x MOUNTING HOLES
ø3.90mm [0.153 in]
87mm
[3.425 in]
167mm
[6.575 in]

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DMX Junction Box Connections
NAME
FUNCTION
CONNECTION
PWR IN
+
DC POWER +VE
CONNECT TO A FUSED +12/+24 VDC FROM FUSE
PANEL / BATTERY
-
DC POWER -VE
CONNECT TO BATTERY GND RETURN
CONTROL
INPUT /
OUTPUT
PWR SW
POWER SWITCH
CONNECT TO DMX POWER (RED)
GND
DMX GND
CONNECT TO DMX GND (BLACK)
DMX+
DMX CONTROL SIGNAL +VE
CONNECT TO DMX+ (YELLOW)
DMX-
DMX CONTROL SIGNAL -VE
CONNECT TO DMX- (BROWN)
SHIELD
CABLE SHIELD CONNECTION
CONNECT TO CABLE SHIELD / SCREEN IF AVAILABLE
LIGHT ‘X’
OUTPUT
(‘X’ CAN
RANGE FROM
1- 4)
+VE
LIGHT ‘X’ +VE
CONNECT TO LIGHT +VE (RED)
GND
LIGHT ‘X’ -VE
CONNECT TO LIGHT -VE (BLACK)
DMX+
DMX CONTROL SIGNAL +VE
CONNECT TO LIGHT DMX+ (YELLOW)
DMX-
DMX CONTROL SIGNAL -VE
CONNECT TO LIGHT DMX- (BROWN)
SHIELD
CABLE SHIELD CONNECTION
CONNECT TO LIGHT CABLE SHIELD / SCREEN IF
AVAILABLE
DMX
TERMINATOR
(SEE FIGURE 5
FOR DETAILS)
ON
DMX TERMINATION ON
SWITCH ON TO TERMINATE DMX SIGNAL (LAST
JUNCTION BOX IN CHAIN)
OFF
DMX TERMINATION OFF
SWITCH OFF TO CONTINUE DAISYCHAINING OTHER
JUNCTION BOXES
Table 2: DMX Junction Box wiring
X-Series light cables must not be extended. Additional DMX junction boxes can be added if the lights are
positioned too far from each other beyond cable length

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1. Loosen the cable glands and feed through the DMX cable from the DMX Receiver and the DMX cable to
next junction box (optional) and connect as follows:
2. Tighten the cable glands.
3. Loosen the cable glands and feed the light cable ends through and connect as follows:
4. Tighten the cable glands
5. Repeat steps 1-4 for each DMX Junction Box in the system, connecting in a ‘daisy chain’ fashion.

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6. Turn on the terminator switch in the last DMX Junction Box in the chain (the other junction boxes if fitted
should have the switch turned off).
Figure 5: DMX Terminator switch
7. Connect DC power. See below table for supply requirements
The DMX junction box(s) require a 12 / 24v DC supply. DO NOT CONNECT TO MAINS AC! The power
requirements vary depending on the type and number of X8 / X16 Colours lights connected to the junction
box.
The tables below show the nominal maximum current draw for each junction box depending on the number of
connected lights (ensure the correct table is used depending on the supply voltage). For example, the supply current
to a junction box with three X16’s and one X8 connected would be 11.6 Amps with a 12V DC supply.
The required supply cable gauge will depend on the current draw (from the tables above) and the length of the cable
run from the fuse / breaker panel and system switch to the junction box. Please use the cable gauge table in the
appendix for the required cable conductor size per junction box. If in doubt always select the next larger conductor
size up (i.e., the next lower AWG number).
The supply cable must be protected by a suitable fuse or breaker.

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3 Operation
3.1 POWERING ON THE SYSTEM
oBefore powering up the system, ensure the necessary connections are made and suitable fuses are installed
oPower on the system
oUse remote to control the lighting system (follow the instructions in the paragraph 3.3for the remote functions)
3.2 GENERAL OPERATION
When not in use to save power, the system should be turned off (lights and receiver unit), via the system power switch.
It is recommended to turn the lights on and off via the system power switch (rather than the remote). Then after power
is restored, the lights will return to their previous colour setting.
3.3 COLOUR REMOTE FUNCTIONS
To enable the white channel only, ensure the white channel is on (by clicking the ‘W’ button in the centre of
the colour wheel –the hue of the lights should change to a more pastel shade) and then double click the W+
button to toggle off the RGB channels (this may sometimes need to be double clicked twice).
DO NOT expose the device to moisture; please use provided waterproof pouch.
Touch colour wheel
Zone number: Click to choose the
zone/zones. (Lights as default will always
be on zone 1)
Click to switch Cool White, Neutral White,
Warm White mixed by RGB, double click
to toggle RGB channels on/off.
Press and hold down to save colours.
Click to recall the saved colours
White channel: the 4th channel Click to
turn on/off. Press and hold down to
increase/decrease light intensity of W
(white) channel
Press and hold down to decrease light
intensity of RGB channels
Clicktoplay/pausethe10built-ineffects,
Press and hold down to speed up/down
the running effect.
The effects are run incycle, so each time
play / pause is selected it goes to next
effect.
Press and hold down to increase light
intensity of RGB channels
Click to turn ON/OFF all zones
Indicator: shows the active state of the
remote control