Philips iColor Flex LMX gen2 User manual

iColor Flex LMX gen2
Flexible strands of high-intensity LED nodes with intelligent color light

iColor Flex LMX gen2 Product Guide2
iColor Flex LMX gen2
Flexible strands of high-intensity LED nodes with intelligent
color light
iColor Flex LMX gen2 are flexible strands of large, high-intensity, full-color LED nodes designed for extraordinary
effects and expansive installations without the constraints of luminaire size, shape, or space. Each iColor Flex
LMX gen2 strand consists of 50 individually addressable LED nodes, featuring dynamic integration of power,
communication, and control.The flexible form factor accommodates two- and three-dimensional configurations,
while high light output affords superior long-distance viewing for architectural accent and perimeter lighting,
large-scale signage, and building-covering video displays.
• Multiplelensoptions—Clearat,translucent
dome, and narrow beam lenses are standard.
Optional marquee lenses, available in clear,
semi-frosted,andtranslucent,snapontoat-
lens nodes to create the appearance of bulbs on
a traditional theatre marquee. You can mount
marquee lenses in front of a substrate or directly
to mounted strands.
• Adaptable mounting—iColor Flex LMX gen2
strands can be mounted directly to a surface
like traditional string lights. Detachable leader
cables in multiple lengths allow you to install
strings at the appropriate distance from power/
data supplies. Optional mounting tracks ensure
straight linear runs, while snap-on spacers hide
cabling and mounting hardware between nodes
foraclean,nishedlook.Singlenodemounts
can be positioned individually to provide anchor
points for installations with uneven node spacing
or complex geometries. Optional glare shields can
block unwanted spill light or prevent light sources
from being visible in certain applications.
• Standardandcustomlengthsandnodespacing—
Standardon-centernodespacingof102mm
(4in)or305mm(12in)andcustomspacingfrom
76mm(3in)to610mm(24in)supportvirtually
anylightingorvideodesign.Standard50-node
strandscanbeeld-shortened.Customlengthsof
1to60nodesarealsoavailable.Forinformation
about custom orders, see the iColor Flex LMX
gen2OrderingSheetatwww.colorkinetics.com/ls/
rgb/flexlmx/.
• Custom leader cables—Custom leader cable
lengths are available in addition to standard cables
of7.6m(25ft),15.2m(50ft),and30.5m(100ft).
• Industry-leading controls—iColor Flex LMX gen2
works seamlessly with the Philips Color Kinetics
fullrangeofcontrollers,includingLightSystem
Manager,VideoSystemManagerPro,iPlayer3,
Antumbra iColor Keypad, and ColorDial Pro, or
third-party controllers.
• Outdoor rated—Fully sealed for maximum node
life and IP66-rated for outdoor applications.
Daylight Visible
iColor Flex LMX gen2
strands consist of 50 large,
individually controllable,
high-intensity LED nodes.
Each node produces full-
color light output of up to
28.7 candela.

iColor Flex LMX gen2 Product Guide 3
Standing Tall in the Bogota Skyline
Torre Colpatria, a 50-story skyscraper located in the busy downtown area of Bogotá,
Colombia, is currently the tallest building in the country and the second tallest
buildinginSouthAmerica.ThetowerhasbeenaniconoftheBogotáskylinesince
constructionwascompletedin1979.
In1998,thetower’sdesignersbeganexperimentingwithcolor-changingexterior
lighting, beginning with 36 xenon lights. Throughout the years, Torre Colpatria has
undergonemanylightingupdates,andhadpreviouslybeenfittedwithColorBlast12
LED wash lights from Philips Color Kinetics.
Butthetower’sownershadevengranderaspirationsforTorreColpatria.Tomake
the196m(643ft)structuretrulycomealiveagainstthenightsky,theywantedan
innovative LED solution that could transform its four sides into a massive video
matrix. Philips Colombia and Philips Color Kinetics were able to provide the perfect
solution with iColor Flex LMX (now specified as iColor Flex LMX gen2), strands of
flexible, high-intensity, full-color LED nodes designed for extraordinary effects and
expansive installations.
Mountingtrackswereusedtosecure81250-nodeiColorFlexLMXstrandstothe
building’sfaçade.Thestrandswereplaced300mm(11.8in)apartvertically,and
1.5m(4.9ft)aparthorizontally.Theresultissurrealandstunning:TorreColpatriais
ablazewithpulsatinglightandcapableoffullvideoandreal-timeSMStransmissions
via three networked Pharos LPC X controllers.
Dancingsilhouettes,spinningsunflowers,andNewYear’sEvecountdownsarejusta
few of the images that Torre Colpatria has displayed. But the pairing of iColor Flex
LMX with the high channel capacity and advanced pixel mapping capabilities of the
controllers opens an endless realm of lighting possibilities.
“TorreColpatria’sdesignwasamergerofideas,creativity,andtheobjectivesofthe
LightingApplicationsSolutionsandprojectsteam,fulfillingtheclient’srequestand
givinghimmorethanheexpected,”saidDianaLópez,LightingApplicationSpecialist
for Philips Colombia.
Photography: Steven King fotografo

iColor Flex LMX gen2 Product Guide4
Specications
Due to continuous improvements and innovations, specifications may change without notice.
Item Specication Clear Flat Lens Translucent Dome Lens Narrow Beam Lens
Output
Lumens Per Node†30 13 28
On-Axis Candela
Per Node 11 2.2 28.7
Luminance Per Node 17,004cd/m23,450 cd/m241,949cd/m2
Viewing Angle 105° 165° 36°
LED Channels Red/Green/Blue
Electrical Input Voltage 24VDCviasPDS-480ca,PDS-60ca,sPDS-60ca,andCM-150CA
Power Consumption 1Wmax.pernodeatfulloutput,steadystate
Control
Interface
PDS-60ca24V(Pre-programmedorDMX/Ethernet)
sPDS-60ca24V(DMX/Ethernet)
sPDS-480ca24V(Ethernet)
CM-150CA(DMX/Ethernet)
ControlSystem PhilipsColorKineticsfullrangeofcontrollers,includingLightSystemManager,VideoSystem
Manager Pro, iPlayer 3,Antumbra iColor Keypad, and ColorDial Pro, or third-party controllers
Physical
Node Dimensions
(Height x Width x Depth)
31x32x17mm
(1.2x1.3x0.7in)
31x32x28mm
(1.2x1.3x1.1in)
31x32x27mm
(1.2x1.3x1.1in)
Weight 1.0kg(2.2lb)50-nodestrand,4inon-centernodespacing
1.5kg(3.3lb)50-nodestrand,12inon-centernodespacing
Housing Whiteorblackpolycarbonate
Lens Clear UV-protected polycarbonate
Translucent UV-protected polycarbonate
Luminaire
Connections Integrated watertight 3-pin connector
Temperature Ranges
-40to50°C (-40to122°F)Operating
-20to50°C (-4to122°F)Startup
-40to80°C (-40to176°F)Storage
≥0°C (≥32°F)Handling
Humidity 0to95%,non-condensing
Maximum Luminaires
Per Power/Data
Supply
PDS-60ca24V:1strand
sPDS-480ca24V:8strands
sPDS-60ca24V:1strand
CM-150CA:1strand
Certication
andSafety
Certication UL/cUL, FCC Class A, CE
Environment Dry/Damp/WetLocation,IP66
†LumenmeasurementcomplieswithIESLM-79-08testingprocedures.
§ Lxx=xx%lumenmaintenance(whenlightoutputdropsbelowxx%ofinitialoutput).Allvaluesare
givenatB10,orthemedianvaluewhere90%oftheLEDpopulationisbetterthanthereportedor
calculated lumen maintenance measurement.
¶LumenmaintenanceguresarebasedonlifetimepredictiongraphssuppliedbyLEDsource
manufacturers.Wheneverpossible,guresusemeasurementsthatcomplywithIESLM-80-08testing
procedures.InaccordancewithTM-21-11,Reportedvaluesrepresenttheinterpolatedvaluebasedon
six times the LM-80-08 total test duration (in hours). Calculated values represent time durations that
exceed six times the total test duration.
Threshold§Ambient Temperature Reported¶Calculated¶
L70
@ 25°C60,000 hrs 100,000hrs
@ 50°C60,000 hrs 100,000hrs
L50
@ 25°C60,000 hrs 100,000hrs
@ 50°C60,000 hrs 100,000hrs
Lumen Maintenance

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Dimensional Diagrams
7.9 mm (0.31 in)
31.76 mm
(1.25 in)
31.45 mm (1.24 in)
18 mm (0.71 in)
16.2 mm
(0.64 in)
16.7 mm (0.66 in)
16.77 mm
(0.66 in)
Ø 18 mm
(0.71 in)
Clear Flat Lens
7.9 mm (0.31 in)
31.76 mm
(1.25 in)
31.45 mm (1.24 in)
18 mm (0.71 in)
16.2 mm
(0.64 in)
16.7 mm (0.66 in)
28.17 mm
(1.11 in)
Ø 18 mm
(0.71 in)
Ø 14.47 mm
(0.57 in)
Translucent Dome Lens
7.9 mm
(0.31 in)
31.76 mm
(1.25 in)
31.45 mm (1.24 in)
18 mm (0.71 in)
16.2 mm
(0.64 in)
16.7 mm
(0.66 in)
26.99 mm (1.06 in
)
Ø 18 mm
(0.71 in)
Narrow Beam Lens

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90 mm (3.54 in)
33.8 mm
(1.33 in)
8.46 mm
(0.33 in)
34.5 mm
(1.36 in)
Ø 4 mm (0.16 in)
35 mm
(1.38 in)
12.5 mm (49 in)
1219.2 mm (4 ft)
34.3 mm
(1.35 in)
10.2 mm
(0.4 in)
Single Node Mount
Space
r
Mounting
Track
64.3 mm (2.53 in)
1219.2 mm (4 ft) 48.3 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.77 in)
34.79 mm
(1.37 in)
34.5 mm
(1.36 in)
45 mm (1.77 in)
8.5 mm (0.33 in)
19.5 mm
(.77 in)
52 mm (2.05 in)
Ø 26 mm
(1.2 in)
51.65 mm (2.03 in)
Marquee Bulb Base (marquee bulb)
Mounting Track (marquee bulb)
27.07 mm (1.07 in)
45 mm (1.7 in)
8.33 mm (0.33 in) 19.33 mm (0.76 in)
45 mm (1.7 in)
35.13 mm
(1.38 in)
35.18 mm
(1.38 in)
44.88 mm (1.77 in)
14.92 mm (0.59 in)
4 mm (0.16 in)
Glare Shield
Back Clip (glare shield)

iColor Flex LMX gen2 Product Guide 7
Photometrics
PhotometricdataisbasedontestresultsfromanindependentNISTtraceabletestinglab.
IESdataisavailableatwww.colorkinetics.com/support/ies.
Center Beam fc Beam Width
4 ft
8 ft
12 ft
16 ft
20 ft
24 ft
1 fc
0 fc
0 fc
0 fc
0 fc
0 fc
10.5 ft
21.1 ft
31.6 ft
42.1 ft
52.7 ft
63.2 ft
10.2 ft
20.4 ft
30.6 ft
40.8 ft
51.1 ft
61.3 ft
Horiz. Spread: 103.8º
Vert. Spread: 105.6º
3.3 ft (1.0 m)
1 fc maximum distance
Illuminance at Distance
iColor Flex LMX gen2
Clear Flat Lens
Cd: 0
3
5
8
10
13
15
VA:0º
10º 20º 30 40º
90º
80º
70º
60º
50º
- 0º H - 90º H
0
25
45
70 90
0
11
11
11
11 11
5
11
11
11
11 11
15
11
11
11
11
11
25
10
10
10
10 10
35
9
9
9
9
9
45
7
7
7
7 7
55
5
5
5
5 5
65
3
3
3
3
3
75
1
1
1
1 1
85
0
0
0
0 0
90
0
0
0
0 0
Polar Candela Distribution
Eective Floor Cavity Reectance: 20%
RCC %:
80 70 50 30 10 0
RW %:
RCR: 0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
70
50
30 0
118
118
118 118
109
105
101 97
100
92
86
81
91
82
74 68
84
73
65 58
77
65
57 51
72
59
50 44
66
53
45 39
62
49
41 35
58
45
37 32
54
41
34 29
70 50 30 0
114 114 114 95
106 102 98 83
97
90
84
71
89 80 73 61
81 71 64 53
75 64 56 47
69 58 50 41
64 52 45 37
60 48 40 33
56 44 36 30
53 41 33 27
50 30 20
108 108 108
97 94 91
86
81
77
76 70 66
68 62 56
61 54 49
55 48 43
50 43 38
46 39 34
43 36 31
39 33 28
50 30 20
102 102 102
92 90 88
82
78
75
73 68 64
65 60 55
59 53 48
53 47 42
49 42 38
45 38 34
41 35 30
38 32 28
50 30 20
97 9 7 97
88 8 6 84
78
75
72
70 6 6 62
63 5 8 54
56 5 1 47
51 4 6 42
47 4 1 37
43 3 7 33
40 3 4 30
37 3 1 27
0
95
82
70
60
52
45
40
35
31
28
26
Coefficients Of Utilization - Zonal Cavity Method
ZONE
LUMENS
%FIXT
0-30
8.6 29.2
0-40
14.1 47.9
0-60
24.2 81.9
0-90
28.0
94.8
90-180
1.6 5.2
0-180
29.5 100.0
Zonal Lumen
iColor Flex LMX gen2
Translucent Dome Lens
Center Beam fc Beam Width
4 ft
8 ft
12 ft
16 ft
20 ft
24 ft
0 fc
0 fc
0 fc
0 fc
0 fc
0 fc
62.9 ft
125.7 ft
188.6 ft
251.5 ft
314.3 ft
377.2 ft
80.6 ft
161.2 ft
241.9 ft
322.5 ft
403.1 ft
483.7 ft
Horiz. Spread: 168.7º
Vert. Spread: 165.5º
1.5 ft (1.4 m)
1 fc maximum distance
Illuminance at Distance
Cd: 0
1
2
3
3
4
5
VA:0º
10º 20º 30 40º
90º
80º
70º
60º
50º
- 0º H - 90º H
0
25
45 70 90
0
2
2
2 2 2
5
2
2
2 2 2
15
2
2
2
2
2
25
2
2
2 2 2
35
2
2
2
2
2
45
2
2
2 2 2
55
2
2
2 2 2
65
1
1
1
2
1
75
1
1
1 1 1
85
1
1
1 1 1
90
1
1
1 1 1
Polar Candela Distribution
Eective Floor Cavity Reectance: 20%
RCC %:
80 70 50 30 10 0
RW %:
RCR: 0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
70
50
30 0
114
114
114 114
100
93
88 82
89
79
71
64
80
68
59 51
73
60
50 43
67
53
43 36
61
47
38 31
57
42
33 27
53
39
30 24
49
35
27 21
46
32
24 19
70 50 30 0
109 109 109 78
95 89 84 58
84
75
68
46
76 65 56 37
69 57 48 31
63 50 41 27
58 45 36 23
54 41 32 20
50 37 29 18
46 34 26 16
43 31 23 14
50 30 20
99 9 9 99
80 7 6 73
68
62
57
59 5 2 46
52 4 4 38
46 3 8 32
41 3 3 28
37 3 0 24
34 2 7 21
31 2 4 19
28 2 2 17
50 30 20
90 9 0 90
73 6 9 66
61
57
52
53 4 7 42
47 4 0 35
41 3 5 30
37 3 1 26
34 2 7 23
31 2 5 20
28 2 2 18
26 2 0 16
50 30 20
82 8 2 82
66 6 3 61
55
51
48
48 4 3 39
42 3 7 33
37 3 2 28
34 2 8 24
31 2 5 21
28 2 3 19
26 2 0 17
24 1 9 15
0
78
57
44
36
29
25
21
19
16
15
13
Coefficients Of Utilization - Zonal Cavity Method
ZONE
LUMENS
%FIXT
0-30
1.8 14.1
0-40
3.1 23.9
0-60
6.0 46.8
0-90
10.0
78.2
90-180
2.8 21.8
0-180
12.8
100.0
Zonal Lumen
Forluxmultiplyfcby10.7
Lumens Efficacy
30 30
Lumens Efficacy
13 13

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Center Beam fc Beam Width
1.3 ft
2.7 ft
4.0 ft
5.3 ft
6.7 ft
8.0 ft
16 fc
4 fc
2 fc
1 fc
1 fc
0.5 fc
1.2 ft
2.5 ft
3.7 ft
5.0 ft
6.2 ft
7.5 ft
1.4 ft
2.8 ft
4.2 ft
5.6 ft
7.0 ft
8.4 ft
Horiz. Spread: 55.1º
Vert. Spread: 49.9º
1.6 m (5.3 ft)
1 fc maximum distance
Illuminance at Distance
iColor Flex LMX gen2
Narrow Beam Lens
Cd: 0
5
10
15
20
25
30
VA:0º
10º 20º 30 40º
90º
80º
70º
60º
50º
- 0º H - 90º H
0 30 45 75 90
0 28 28 28 28 28
15 18 19 20 23 24
25 12 13 14 17 18
35 5 7 8 10 12
45 2 2 3 4 5
55 2 2 2 2 3
65 1 1 1 1 1
75 0 0 1 1 1
85 0 0 0 0 0
90 0 0 0 0 0
Polar Candela Distribution
RCC %: 80 70 50 30 10 0
RW %: 70 50 30 0 70 50 30 0 50 30 20 50 30 20 50 30 20 0
Eective Floor Cavity Reectance: 20%
RCR:
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1.18 1.18 1.18 1.18 1.15 1.15 1.15 0 .97 1.09 1.09 1.09 1.04 1.04 1.04 0.99 0 .99 0 .99 0.97
1.11 1.07 1.04 1.01 1.08 1.05 1.02 0 .88 1.00 0.98 0 .96 0.96 0 .94 0 .92 0.92 0 .91 0 .89 0.87
1.04 0.98 0.92 0.88 1.01 0 .96 0 .91 0 .79 0.92 0 .88 0 .85 0.88 0 .85 0 .82 0.85 0 .82 0 .80 0.78
0.97 0.89 0.83 0 .78 0.95 0 .87 0 .82 0 .72 0.84 0.79 0.76 0.81 0 .77 0.74 0.79 0.75 0 .72 0.71
0.91 0.82 0.75 0 .70 0.89 0 .80 0.74 0 .65 0.78 0 .72 0 .68 0.75 0.71 0 .67 0.73 0 .69 0 .66 0.64
0.86 0.76 0.69 0 .63 0.84 0.74 0 .68 0 .60 0.72 0 .67 0 .62 0.70 0 .65 0 .61 0.68 0 .64 0 .60 0.59
0.81 0.70 0.63 0 .58 0.79 0 .69 0.63 0.55 0.67 0.61 0 .57 0.65 0.60 0.56 0.64 0 .59 0 .56 0.54
0.76 0.65 0.58 0 .53 0.74 0 .64 0 .58 0.51 0.63 0.57 0 .53 0.61 0 .56 0 .52 0.60 0 .55 0 .52 0.50
0.72 0.61 0.54 0 .49 0.70 0 .60 0.54 0 .48 0.59 0 .53 0.49 0.58 0 .52 0 .48 0.56 0 .52 0 .48 0.46
0.68 0.57 0.51 0 .46 0.67 0 .57 0 .50 0 .45 0.55 0.50 0 .46 0.54 0 .49 0 .45 0.53 0 .48 0 .45 0.43
0.65 0.54 0.47 0 .43 0.64 0 .53 0 .47 0.42 0.52 0.47 0 .43 0.51 0 .46 0.42 0.50 0 .46 0 .42 0.41
Coefficients Of Utilization - Zonal Cavity Method
Zone Lumens % Luminaire
0-30 15.1 54.1
%
0-40 20.2 72.6
%
0-60 24.6 88.4
%
60-90 2.4 8.7
%
70-100 1.1 4.0
%
90-120 0.4 1.6
%
0-90 27.1 97.0
%
90-180 0.8 3.0
%
0-180 27.9 100.0
%
Zonal Lumen
Lumens Efficacy
28 28

iColor Flex LMX gen2 Product Guide 9
Strands and Power/Data Supplies
iColorFlexLMXgen2ispartofacompletesystemwhichincludesstrandsand:
• One or more power/data supplies
• One leader cable to attach each strand to a power/data supply port
• Optional mounting tracks, spacers, single node mounts, glare shields, and marquee
lenses
• APhilipsColorKineticscontroller,includingLightSystemManager,VideoSystem
Manager Pro, iPlayer 3,Antumbra iColor Keypad, and ColorDial Pro, or a third-
party controller.
Strands
Item Type Item Number Philips12NC
iColor Flex LMX gen2
50 nodes
4 in on-center node
spacing
Clear Flat Lens White 101-000077-02 912400130024
Black 101-000077-00 910503705491
Translucent Dome Lens White 101-000077-06 912400130028
Black 101-000077-04 912400130026
Narrow Beam Lens White 101-000077-11 912400135780
Black 101-000077-09 912400135778
iColor Flex LMX gen2
50 nodes
12 in on-center node
spacing
Clear Flat Lens White 101-000077-03 912400130025
Black 101-000077-01 912400130023
Translucent Dome Lens White 101-000077-07 912400130029
Black 101-000077-05 912400130027
Narrow Beam Lens White 101-000077-12 912400135781
Black 101-000077-10 912400135779
Use Item Number when ordering in North America.
Power/DataSupplies
Item Type Item Number Philips12NC
PDS-60ca24VPower/
DataSupply
Pre-programmed 109-000016-00 910503700095
DMX/Ethernet 109-000016-04 912400133526
sPDS-60ca24VPower/
DataSupply
DMX/Ethernet (NA Cord) 109-000021-04 912400133527
DMX/Ethernet (UK Cord) 109-000021-05 912400133636
sPDS-480ca24VPower/
DataSupply Ethernet 109-000026-01 912400133528
CM-150CA24VPower/
DataSupply
DMX/Ethernet(4-Wire,DINRailMount) 109-000033-00 912400135766
DMX/Ethernet(3-Wire,DINRailMount) 109-000033-02 912400135768
DMX/Ethernet(4-Wire,SurfaceMount) 109-000034-00 912400135770
DMX/Ethernet(3-Wire,SurfaceMount) 109-000034-02 912400135772
Use Item Number when ordering in North America.
Accessories
Item Type Color Item Number Philips12NC
Leader Cable
7.6 m (25 ft) Black 108-000045-00 910503700696
15.2m(50ft) Black 108-000045-01 910503700697
30.5m(100ft) Black 108-000045-02 910503700698
Mounting Track
Qty 1 1.2m(4ft)track White 101-000057-00 910503700044
Black 101-000057-01 910503700045
Spacers
Qty 50
102mm(4in)spacers White 101-000059-00 910503700048
Black 101-000061-00 910503700052
305mm(12in)spacers White 101-000059-01 910503700049
Black 101-000061-01 910503700053
Single-NodeMounts
Qty 50
White 101-000058-00 910503700046
Black 101-000058-01 910503700047
Use Item Number when ordering in North America.
Included in the box
iColor Flex LMX gen2 strand (50 nodes)
Extra termination cap
Installation Instructions
Custom Configurations
Component AvailableNon-StandardOptions
NodeSpacing 76mm(3in)to610mm(24in)
on-center
StrandLength 1to60nodes
Node/Cable Color White,black,clear
Lens
Clearat,translucentat,semi-
frostedat,cleardome,translucent
dome, semi-frosted dome,
narrow beam
In addition to the standard configurations listed here, custom
configurationsarealsoavailable.SeetheiColorFlexLMXgen2
Ordering Information sheet at www.colorkinetics.com/ls/rgb/
flexlmx/ for complete information.

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Item Type Color Item Number Philips12NC
Marquee Lens Kits
Qty 50
Clear Lens White 999-007997-00 910503702308
Black 999-007997-01 910503702309
Semi-FrostedLens White 999-007997-04 910503702312
Black 999-007997-05 910503702313
Translucent Lens White 999-007997-02 910503702310
Black 999-007997-03 910503702311
GlareShieldKits
Qty 50 Black 120-000179-00 912400130036
Accessory Mounting Track
Qty 1 1.2m(4ft) White 101-000057-03 910503704266
Black 101-000057-04 910503704267
AccessorySpacers
Qty 50
102mm(4in) White 101-000075-00 910503704272
Black 101-000075-02 910503704274
305mm(12in) White 101-000075-01 910503704273
Black 101-000075-03 910503704275
Use Item Number when ordering in North America.
Installation
iColor Flex LMX gen2 can be used in a wide range of two-dimensional and three-
dimensional configurations, including portable video screens and permanent building-
covering displays. iColor Flex LMX gen2 installations are not constrained by luminaire
size, shape, or architectural space. For example, iColor Flex LMX gen2 strands can
be wrapped horizontally around the exterior of a 45-story highrise at intervals to
transformthefaçadeintoamassivethree-dimensionalvideoscreenthatcanbeviewed
from a distance.
Because of their potential complexity, iColor Flex LMX gen2 installations require upfront
planning for configuring, positioning, and mounting the strands. Planning includes
understanding how to position strands in relation to power/data supplies and the
number of strands each power/data supply can support. Planning for video displays
involves additional considerations, such as how to space iColor Flex LMX gen2 nodes to
achieve the desired pixel pitch, minimum and maximum viewing distances, sampling, and
display resolution.
Allinstallationsinvolvethreemainsteps:
1. Createalightingdesignplanandlayoutgrid
2. Mount strands
3. Address,congure,andteststrands
Owner/User Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the contractor, installer, purchaser, owner, and user to
install, maintain, and operate iColor Flex LMX gen2 strands in such a manner as to
comply with all applicable codes, state and local laws, ordinances, and regulations.
Consult with the appropriate electrical inspector to ensure compliance.
Installing in Damp or Wet Locations
Wheninstallingindamporwetlocations,sealallstrandconnections,power/data
supplies,andjunctionboxeswithelectronics-gradeRTVsiliconesealantsothatwater
or moisture cannot enter or accumulate in wiring compartments, cables, or other
electricalparts.Usesuitableoutdoor-ratedjunctionboxeswheninstallinginwet
or damp locations. Additionally, use gaskets, clamps, and other parts required for
installation to comply with all applicable local and national codes.
EMarquee Lens Kits are compatible only with
Flat Lens.
EClean lenses with water and mild detergent using
a soft cleaning cloth.Wipe lenses dry. Do not use
paper towels, abrasive cleaning products, or window
cleaners. Abrasive cleaning products will scratch
lenses, and window cleaners will soften and mar the
polycarbonate. Do not use cleaning solutions that
contain ammonia, sodium hydroxide, or isopropyl
alcohol, which can scratch, pit, haze, yellow, or
crack lenses.
ERefer to the iColor Flex LMX gen2 Installation
Instructions for specific warning and caution
statements at www.colorkinetics.com/ls/rgb/flexlmx/.

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DMX or Ethernet Control?
iColor Flex LMX gen2 installations can be controlled via either DMX or Ethernet.
DMX is appropriate for relatively simple installations, or for installations where all
lights operate in unison—for example, for accenting, perimeter lighting, or cove lighting
applications.
Each node in a strand of iColor Flex LMX gen2 is identified by a light number. A
light number corresponds to three sequential DMX addresses, one for red, one for
green,andoneforblue.ADMXuniverseconsistsof512addresses,sothemaximum
numberoflightnumbersavailableinaDMXuniverseis170(170x3=510).
BecauseitisnotsubjecttotheDMXaddressinglimitations,Ethernetisthepreferred
environment for dynamic, color-changing light shows and video displays, both of which
require large numbers of unique light numbers. In an Ethernet environment, each power/
data supply effectively acts as its own universe.
DMXinstallationsrequiretheuseofaPDS-60ca24V,sPDS-60ca24V,orCM-150CA
power/datasupply,whilethesPDS-480ca24Vpower/datasupplyisEthernet-only.
Considerations for Video Displays
In addition to the planning required for all iColor Flex LMX gen2 installations, planning
for video displays involves special considerations such as pixel pitch, minimum and
maximum viewing distances, sampling, and display resolution.
Determining Pixel Pitch and Viewing Distances for Video Displays
WhenusingiColorFlexLMXgen2strandstodisplayvideo,eachnodeactsasapixelin
the display. Images on an LED video display appear to be sharper to the human eye as
the distance to the display increases. Likewise, images appear less visible as the distance
decreases.The spacing between pixels, known as the pixel pitch, determines the minimum
and maximum viewing distances for discernible video output. Pixel pitch is measured
center-to-center. For an iColor Flex LMX gen2 strand, you determine pixel pitch by
measuring from the center of one node to the center of the next.
Designing a layout with overlapping strands is a common technique for increasing pixel
pitch. For example, to create a dense line of nodes, place multiple runs close to each
other vertically, with a slight horizontal offset between the nodes. Philips offers strands
withboth102mm(4in)and305mm(12in)spacingbetweennodes.Usingstrandswith
made-to-ordernodespacingisanothermethodforadjustingpixelpitch.
The following calculations and examples are general guidelines for determining minimum
and maximum viewing distances, based on video displays using grids of evenly spaced
pixels:
• Todetermineminimumviewingdistance,multiplypixelpitchby100distanceunits.
For example, if the pixel pitch is 76 mm (3 in), the minimum viewing distance is
7.6 m (25 ft).
• To determine the maximum viewing distance for discernible video, multiply the screen
height by 20 distance units. For example, if the screen height is 20 m (65.6 ft), then
themaximumviewingdistanceforrecognizablevideois400m(1,312.3ft).
• LED screens are visible beyond the maximum viewing distance for discernible video.
To determine the maximum viewing distance that still creates visual impact, multiply
the screen height by 50 units. For example, a screen 20 m (65.6 ft) high will continue
tocreatevisualimpactat1,000m(3,280.8ft).
Measure from the center of one
node to the center of an adjacent
node to determine pixel pitch

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Working with Video Display Resolutions
The resolution of an LED video display equals the total number of vertical and
horizontal pixels—the greater the pixel count, the greater the resolution.
• TheresolutionofVSEdigitalvideois1024x768
• The resolution of PAL video is 704 x 576
• TheresolutionofNTSCvideois704x480
Reproducingavideosignalwith1:1pixelmappingonanLEDdisplayrequiresa
substantialpixelcount.Forexample,trueNTSCvideooutputrequires337,920pixels,
PAL output requires 405,504 pixels, and digital video output requires 786,432 pixels.
However,youcanuseacontrollersuchasPhilipsVideoSystemManagerProtoreduce
the required pixel count for any video format by sampling and distributing pixels from
the source video to match your installation.
Forexample,ifyouretainthehorizontalresolutionofadigitalvideosource(1,024lines
wide), but sample every tenth line of pixels vertically (76 lines high, instead of 768 lines),
you can retain the correct aspect ratio while exponentially reducing the pixel count.
From a distance, even with only 76 lines of vertical output, the human eye can still
discern video images because the horizontal resolution is dense.
Aninstallationusing1,024x76nodeswouldhaveapixelcountof77,824yetstill
display high-quality digital video output.This method is especially effective when creating
an installation that covers a building which, by necessity, already has spacing between
lines of video due to windows and other architectural features.
Create a Lighting Design Plan and
Layout Grid
Evenforrelativelysimpleinstallations,it’sgoodpracticetocreatealightingdesignplan.
For complex installations displaying light shows with dynamic effects, and especially
for Ethernet-based video displays, such a plan is essential.A lighting design plan is
typically an architectural diagram or other diagram that shows the physical layout of
the installation, including the appropriate positioning and spacing of all strands, power/
data supplies, power sources, controllers, cables, and other required hardware. For
DMX installations, the plan should record the DMX base number and node count for
each iColor Flex LMX gen2 strand. For Ethernet installations, the plan should record
the IP address of each power/data supply and the number of nodes per power/data
supply port.
EVSE Pro, or Video System Engine Pro, is the
hardware component of Video System Manager
Pro, an integrated video controller from Philips
Color Kinetics.Visit www.colorkinetics.com/ls/
controllers/vsmpro/ for complete information.
1000
800
600
400
200
0
0 500 1000
704 X 480
704 X 576
1024 X 768
EFor designs where the acceptable level of
discernible video may be more or less demanding, or
for help with your specific installation, contact Philips
Color Kinetics Application Engineering Services for
assistance.

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Keep the following considerations in mind when creating a lighting design plan and
layoutgrid:
• Determine the appropriate location of each power/data supply in relation to the
strands, and of the strands in relation to each other. You connect a strand of
iColor Flex LMX gen2 nodes to an available power/data supply port using a leader
cableof7.6m(25ft),15.2m(50ft),or30.5m(100ft).
• iColor Flex LMX gen2 Leader Cables can be shortened, and strands can be cut to
any node length. An extra termination cap is included for sealing the cut end of
the strand.
Do not trim the leader cable between the power/data supply connector and the
PCAtransmitterjunctionbox.Donottrimstrandsbetweentheconnectorand
therstnode.
• On an architectural diagram or other diagram that shows the physical layout of
the installation, identify the locations of all switches, controllers, power supplies,
and strands.
• Nodes in each strand are sequentially addressed beginning with the node closest
to the leader cable. Orientation of the power/data supply is therefore especially
critical when using dynamic effects.
• InEthernetenvironments,eachpower/datasupplyisidentiedwithauniqueIP
address.WerecommendrecordingtheIPaddressofeachpower/datasupply
on a layout grid. For complex installations with many power/data supplies, we
recommend assigning meaningful IP addresses to each power/data supply so that
their locations are easy to identify.
Start the Installation
1. Installallpower/datasupplies,includinganyinterfaceswithcontrollers.Power/data
supplies send power and control signals to strands over the leader cable.
2. Verify that all additional supporting equipment (switches, controllers) is in place.
3. Ensure that all additional parts (for example, optional single node mounts, spacers,
mounting track, and mounting hardware) and tools are available.
ERefer to the Installation Instructions or
Specification Sheet of your power/data supply
for guidelines on configuring and positioning the
power/data supply in relation to a controller or
Ethernet switch.
CDo not trim
Power / Data Suppl
yi
Color Flex LMXLeader Cable
1423 50
Terminator

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Cut and Seal iColor Flex LMX gen2 Strands
(Optional)
YoucancutiColorFlexLMXgen2strandstoanydesirednodelength.Werecommend
cutting and sealing the strands before mounting them.
1.Usingawirecutter,cutthecabletothedesiredlength,leavingatleast25mm(1in)
of cable after the last node. Ensure that the cut is clean and that there are no frayed
wires touching other wires.
2. Apply a liberal amount of electronics-grade RTV silicone to the cable ends and to
the opening of the rubber seal boot included with the extra termination cap. Insert
the boot onto the cable.
3. Sitthesealedcablebootintothebaseoftheprovidedterminationcap.
4. Firmly press the termination cap onto the base until the top snaps into place. If using
pliers, be careful not to crack the housing.
Mount iColor Flex LMX gen2 Strands
You can mount iColor Flex LMX gen2 strands directly to a mounting surface, or you
canmountthemusingoptionalmountinghardware(availableseparately):
• Mounting tracks ensure straight runs in linear applications. If using strands with
standard4-inor12-inon-centerspacing,youcansnapspacerstothemounting
tracksforaclean,nishedlookthathidescablesandmountinghardwarebetween
nodes.
• Singlenodemountscanbepositionedindividuallytoprovideanchorpointsfor
nodes in installations with uneven node spacing or complex geometries.
Make sure the power is OFF before mounting and connecting iColor Flex
LMX gen2 strands.
ENever cut a strand between the three-pin
connector and the first node.
25 mm
(1 in)
RTV Silicone
ENever reuse a used termination cap.
25 mm
(1 in)
RTV Silicone
EOptional Marquee Lens and Glare Shield Kits
use their own mounting tracks and spacers. Refer to
“Mount Strands with Accesories” below for details.
E Single-node mounts are not compatible with
marquee lenses or glare shields.

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Mounting iColor Flex LMX gen2 Strands Directly to a Mounting Surface
1. Usingapencilorchalkline,markacenter-linepathforthenodestofollow.
2. Fasten iColor Flex LMX gen2 strands to the mounting surface using a suitable
mounting method. For example, you can mount strands to a pipe or cable using
plastic cable ties.
Mounting iColor Flex LMX gen2 Strands Using Mounting Track
1. Cutmountingtracktothedesiredlengthwithasaworsnips.
2. Usingatheadscrewssuitableforthemountingsurface,drivescrewsthroughthe
plastic track into the attaching surface. Recommended maximum spacing between
screwsis406mm(16in).
3. SnaptheiColorFlexLMXgen2nodesintothemountingtrack.
3. Ifusingstrandswithstandard4-inor12-inon-centerspacing,snapoptional
spacers into the track to hide mounting hardware and wires.
Do not twist or loop cable
Do not overstretch cable
Do not pull cable away from node
C
≤0 ºC
Use caution when handling cable
in sub-freezing temperatures

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Mounting iColor Flex LMX gen2 Strands Using Single-Node Mounts
1. Ensurethatthespacingbetweensinglenodemountsissufcienttoaccommodate
cable length between nodes and to allow for cable bending as necessary.
2. Using double-sided tape on the base of the mounts, adhere the mounts to the
attachingsurface.Reinforceinstallationwith#6atheadscrewssuitableforthe
mounting surface.
3. SnaptheiColorFlexLMXgen2nodesintothemounts.
Mount iColor Flex LMX gen2 Strands
with Accessories (Optional)
Marquee lenses and glare shields clip onto iColor Flex LMX gen2 strands with flat
lenses. Available with clear, semi-frosted, or translucent finshes, marquee lenses
create the appearance of bulbs on a traditional theatre marquee. Glare shields block
unwanted spill light, and can shield the light sources from being directly visible in
certain mounting situations.
You can mount strands with marquee lenses and glare shields directly to a mounting
surface, in front of a substrate, or using optional Accessory Mounting Tracks and
AccessorySpacers.Mountingtracksensurestraightrunsinlinearapplications.If
usingstrandswithstandard4-inor12-inon-centerspacing,youcansnapspacersto
themountingtracksforaclean,nishedlookthathidescablesandmountinghardware
between nodes.
Mounting iColor Flex LMX gen2 Strands with Accessories Directly
to a Mounting Surface
1. Usingapencilorchalkline,markacenter-linepathforthenodestofollow.
2. Clip a lens or glare shield holder over each iColor Flex LMX gen2 node.
3. Dooneofthefollowing:
• Screwamarqueelensontothelensholder.Handtightentoapproximately1.1to
1.7Nm(10to15in-lbs).
• Align the tabs on the glare shield with the slots in the glare shield holder, and
snap the glare shield onto the glare shield holder.
3. Fasten assembled iColor Flex LMX gen2 strands to the mounting surface using a
suitable mounting method, For example, you can mount strands to a pipe or cable
using plastic cable ties.
EYou cannot use iColor Flex LMX gen2 accessories
on strands with dome lenses, or when standard
mounting tracks or single node mounts.You can install
either a marquee lens or glare shield on a node, but
not both.
54mm(2.1in)
Diameter
54mm(2.1in)
Diameter
Marquee Lens Kit
Glare Shield Kit

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Mounting iColor Flex LMX gen2 Strands with Accessories in Front of
a Substrate
1. Preparethesubstratebycuttingopeningsoftheappropriatediameterinthe
required locations.
To accommodate the threads on the marquee lens holder or the ridges on the
glareshieldholder,therecommendedsubstratethicknessis1.6mm(0.0625in),
andthemaximumthicknessis3.2mm(0.125in).Werecommendusinga13/8
in diameter hole saw to cut openings in the substrate. Openings should be a
minimumof35.6mm(1.4in)indiameter,andamaximumof38mm(1.5in)
in diameter.
2. Peel the backing from a lens or glare shield holder to expose the adhesive surface.
3. Insert the lens or glare shield holder through an opening in the substrate, and
temporarilyafxthelensholderbypressingtheadhesivesurfacetothebackof
the substrate. Make sure that the holder is oriented in the direction of the iColor
Flex LMX gen2 strand.
1.6 mm (0.0625 in) recommended
3.2 mm (0.125 in) max
35.6 mm (1.4 in) diameter min
38 mm (1.5 in) diameter max
1⅜ in diameter hole saw recommended

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4. Dooneofthefollowing:
• Screwamarqueelensontothelensholder.Handtightentoapproximately1.1
to1.7Nm(10to15in-lbs).
• Align the tabs on the glare shield with the slots in the glare shield holder, and
snap the glare shield onto the glare shield holder.
5. Repeat steps 2 – 4 for each opening.
6. Once all accessories are installed on the substrate, mount iColor Flex LMX gen2
strands by inserting one node into the back of each lens or glare shield holder.
Pressuntilthenodessnaprmlyintothelensorglareshieldholders.

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Mounting Marquee Lenses and Glare Shields to Accessory Mounting Track
1. Clipalensorglareshieldholdertoeachnode.
2. Dooneofthefollowing:
• Screwamarqueelensontothelensholder.Handtightentoapproximately1.1to
1.7Nm(10to15in-lbs).
• Align the tabs on the glare shield with the slots in the glare shield holder, and
snap the glare shield onto the glare shield holder.
3. Cut the Accessory Mounting Track to the desired length with a saw or snips.
Usingatheadscrewssuitableforthemountingsurface,drivescrewsthroughthe
plastic track into the attaching surface. Recommended maximum spacing between
screwsis406mm(16in).
4. SnaptheassemblediColorFlexLMXgen2nodesintothemountingtrack.
5. Ifusingstrandswithstandard4-inor12-inon-centerspacing,youcansnap
optionalAccessorySpacersintothetracktohidemountinghardwareandwires.
Make Power and Data Connections
iColor Flex LMX gen2 strands are designed to work with 24 VDC power/data supplies
from Philips Color Kinetics. Power/data supplies send power and data to iColor Flex
LMX gen2 strands over a leader cable.
PDS-60ca24VisanIP66-ratedpower/datasupply,suitableforuseindampandwet
locations.AlthoughsPDS-480ca24VandsPDS-60ca24Vareratedforuseindry
locations only, you can install them in watertight enclosures for outdoor applications.
Make sure the power is OFF before connecting iColor Flex LMX gen2 strands.
Connecting iColor Flex LMX gen2 Leader Cables
Connect a leader cable to the three-pin connector on the end of each iColor Flex
LMXgen2strandbyturningthestrand’sgrommetclockwise.Inwetordamp
environments,tightenthegrommetonthemaleconnectorsufcientlytoensurea
watertight seal.
PDS-60ca24V 1
sPDS-60ca24V 1
sPDS-480ca24V 8
CM-150CA24V 1
Maximum strands per power/data supply
78 mm
(3.06 in)
25 mm
(0.98 in)
16 mm
(0.63 in)
94 mm
(3.69 in) 28 mm
(1.1 in)
6 mm
(0.25 in)
Leader Cable connector dimensions

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Connecting to the sPDS-60ca 24V and sPDS-480ca 24V Power/Data Supplies
Connect each leader cable to an available power port on the back of a power/data
supply housing.
Connecting to the PDS-60ca 24V Power/Data Supply
ThePDS-60ca24VisanIP66-ratedpower/datasupply,suitableforuseindampandwet
locations.ThefollowingproceduredescribeshowtoconnectandsealaPDS-60ca24V
power/data supply for outdoor applications.
1. Removethepower/datasupplycover.
2. RemovethecoverofthetransmitterPCAjunctionboxbyexpandingthefourtabs
on the side and sliding the cover from the base.
3. Connect line, common, ground, and data to the provided terminal block, then
replacethecoverofthetransmitterPCAjunctionbox.
4. Connect the leader cable connector to an available port inside the power/data
supply housing.
sPDS-60ca24V sPDS-480ca24V
77.8 mm
(3.06 in)
25 mm
(0.98 in)
16 mm
(0.63 in)
Transmitter PCA junction box dimensions
Blue
Stripe
Black
Blue
Red
+
Data
Data
–
Red
Blue
Blue/
White
Black
Red
Blue
Blue/
White
Black