Oceanled OceanDMX RC User manual

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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