Philips sPDS-480ca User manual

sPDS-480ca
Power / data supply for large-scale Ethernet installations

sPDS-480ca Product Guide2
Versatile Power and Data
for Large-Scale Ethernet
Installations
Provides power to up to 240 low-
voltage fixtures. Features include
short-circuit protection, on-board
controls, and diagnostic functions
to assist with the proper operation
of Philips Color Kinetics lighting
systems.
sPDS-480ca
Power / data supply for large-scale Ethernet installations
sPDS-480ca 24 V delivers 480 watts of output
via eight 60-watt ports. The 7.5 V version
delivers 480 watts of output via 16 30-watt
ports. Both automatically accommodate input
voltages ranging from 100 VAC to 240 VAC.
Short-circuit protection prevents device failure
due to incorrectly wired fixtures. The standard
IEC power in
let accepts both North American
and international power cables.
With onboard controls, sPDS-480ca
incorporates
automatic fixture discovery and
testing, eliminating the need for additional
addressing tools or software. sPDS-480ca
features a backlit LCD for easy menu viewing.
Housed in a 2U rack-mountable enclosure,
sPDS-480ca includes rack handles and surface-
mount brackets, for versatile mounting options.
O
ver-temperature detection and selectable
shutdown
options protect sPDS-480ca against
operation beyond its rated temperature
specification. Variable-speed fans keep noise
levels low and include user serviceable air filters.
Compatible Fixtures
Device Fixture Max. Quantity
Per sPDS-480ca
Max. Quantity
Per Output Port
sPDS-480ca 7.5 V
iColor
Flex MX 960 nodes 60 nodes
iColor Tile MX 6 tiles 1/2 tile
sPDS-480ca 24 V
eW
Flex SLX 480 nodes 60 nodes
iColor Flex LMX 480 nodes 60 nodes
iColor Cove EC 7 in 240 fixtures 30 fixtures
iColor Cove EC 12 in 240 fixtures 30 fixtures
iColor Cove QLX 6 in 240 fixtures 30 fixtures
iColor Cove QLX 12 in 160 fixtures 20 fixtures
sPDS-480ca is a power / data supply designed for large-scale Ethernet LED lighting installations using
low-voltage
fixtures from Philips Color Kinetics. sPDS-480ca includes 7.5 V and 24 V versions to meet the
power requirements of different fixtures.

sPDS-480ca Product Guide 3
100-240VAC,6A - 2.5A, 50-60 Hz
sPDS-480ca 24V
ITEM# 109-000026-00
8765
sPDS-480ca 24V
1 2 3 4
POWER/DATA
24VDC
Ethernet
to Ethernet Switch
IEC Power Inlet
and US Cable set
Fixture Leader Cables
Power Switch
Onboard Push-button Controls
Menu LCD
Ordering Information
Use Item Number when ordering in North America.
Item Item Number Philips 12NC
sPDS-480ca 7.5
V 109-000022-00 910503700107
sPDS-480ca 24
V 109-000026-00 910503700110
Specifications
Due to continuous improvements and innovations, specifications may change without notice.
Item Specification Details
Electrical
Input Voltage 100 – 240 VAC, auto-switching, 50 / 60 Hz
Maximum Input Current 6 A at 100 VAC, 5 A at 120 VAC, 2.5 A at 240 VAC
Power
Output
sPDS-480ca 7.5
V 7.5 VDC, 480 W (30 W per power port)
sPDS-480ca 24
V 24 VDC, 480 W (60 W per power port)
Fuse
Rating
sPDS-480ca 7.5 (16) 5 A, 125 V, 5 x 20 fast blow fuses
sPDS-480ca 24
V (8) 4 A, 125 V, 5 x 20 fast blow fuses
Physical
Dimensions
(Height x Width x Depth) 3.5 x 19 x 18 in (89 x 483 x 457 mm)
Weight 26.5 lb (12 kg)
Construction 2U rack and surface-mountable chassis
Finish Black matte
Connectors
Data RJ45 input connector
P
ower Output
sPDS-480ca 7.5 V (8) 4-pin output receptacles
sPDS-480ca 24
V (16) 4-pin output receptacles
Power Input
IEC 320 receptacle type C13, locking clamp
Temperature Ranges
14° – 122° F (-10° – 50° C) Operating
14° – 122° F (-10° – 50° C) Startup
-40° – 176° F (-40° – 80° C) Storage
Humidity 0 – 95%, non-condensing
Cooling Air cooled. (2) speed-configurable fans, with
serviceable air filters
Airflow Front panel input, back panel output
Heat Dissipation 25% of total power input
Data Input Source Philips full range of Ethernet controllers, or third-
party KiNET-compatible*
Ethernet controllers
Certification
and Safety
Certification UL / cUL, CE, PSE
Classification UL Class 2 power supply
Environment Dry Location, IP20
19.0 in
sPDS-480ca 24V
Ethernet
(483 mm)
1.8 in
(46 mm)
3.5 in
(89 mm)
16.4 in
(417 mm)
18.0 in
(457 mm)
17.0 in
(432 mm)
Dimensions: Rack Mount Configuration
sPDS-480ca 24V
Ethernet
19.0 in
(483 mm)
18.4 in
(467 mm)
12.3 in
(312 mm)
10.6 in
(269 mm)
1.8 in
(46 mm)
2.9 in
(74 mm)
10.6 in
(269 mm)
13.5 in
(343 mm)
3.0 in
(76 mm)
2.3 in
(58mm)
Dimensions: Surface Mount Configuration
*KiNET is the Ethernet lighting protocol from Philips Color Kinetics.
Included in the box
sPDS-480ca power / data supply
(2) Rack mount bracket and handles
(2) Surface mount brackets
(8) Screws, 0.7 X 10 mm
(8) Lock washers
100 VAC TVAC
50Hz-60Hz, 8A Max.
LISTED
78GF
POWER/D ATA
7.5VDC
sPDS-480ca 7.5V
ITEM# 109-000022-00
121110987654321 13 14 15 16
sPDS-480ca 24 VsPDS-480ca 7.5
V

sPDS-480ca Product Guide4
Installation
sPDS-480ca is a power / data supply designed for large-scale Ethernet LED lighting
installations using low-voltage
fixtures from Philips Color Kinetics. sPDS-480ca delivers
480 watts of output and automatically accommodates input voltages ranging from
100 VAC to 240 VAC. Onboard controls incorporate
automatic fixture discovery,
addressing, and testing. sPDS-480ca is available in 7.5 V and 24 V versions to meet the
power requirements of different fixtures.
Owner / User Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the contractor, installer, purchaser, owner, and user to install,
maintain, and operate
sPDS-480ca 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.
Plan the Installation
To streamline installation and ensure accurate configuration, start with a layout or a
lighting design plan that shows the physical layout of the installation and identifies the
locations of all lighting fixtures,
power / data supplies , controllers, switches, and cables.
Ethernet Configuration
sPDS-480ca is designed for use in Ethernet networks. Typical Ethernet installations
with Philips Color Kinetics LED fixtures include an Ethernet switch, an Ethernet
controller such as Light System Manager or Video System Manager Pro, Ethernet
Controller Keypads for light show triggering, and one or more sPDS-480ca devices.
In an Ethernet environment, each Philips Color Kinetics power / data supply has a
unique IP address. Each fixture connected to the device is automatically assigned
unique identifiers that controllers use to identify and manage the fixture.
Maximum data cable lengths are 328 ft (100 m) between Ethernet devices without a
repeater. The number of fixtures that each sPDS-480ca unit can support depends on
the power requirements of the specific fixtures that you are using. See the table on the
following page for the maximum quantities of each fixture that you can connect per
device.
sPDS-480ca 7.5 V
Light
System
Manager
Ethernet
Switch
PC
iColor Flex MX
ERefer to the sPDS-480ca Installation
Instructions for specific warning and caution
statements.
PDS-480 ca
Ethernet
Switch
328 ft (100 m) Max
Typical Ethernet Installation
ETo connect sPDS-480ca to a DMX
Controller such as iPlayer 3 or a third-party
controller, use the Multi-Protocol Converter
with a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) injector or
PoE switch.

sPDS-480ca Product Guide 5
Electrical Configuration Guidelines
Linear fixtures such as iColor Cove EC and iColor Cove QLX can be installed in
series using the fixtures’ end-to-end connectors. You can install one string of Flex
fixtures per port. iColor Tile MX requires two ports per fixture for a total of eight
tiles on a 7.5 V sPDS-480ca.
Each sPDS-480ca connects to line power with a standard IEC inlet and power cable,
which can be secured using a locking clamp located on the back of the device’s
housing.
The sPDS-480ca should be installed in a dry location.
Assemble Additional Items
The following items are required to mount and connect the sPDS-480ca:
• The 2 included rack mount brackets with handles (if rack mounting)
• 4 screws (typically 10-32) and lock washers suitable for mounting the device to a
rack (if rack mounting)
• The 4 included surface mount brackets (if surface mounting)
• 16 screws suitable for the surface (if surface mounting)
• A power screwdriver (if surface mounting)
• A Phillips screwdriver (if surface mounting)
• The 8 included screws, 0.7 x 10 mm
• The 8 included lock washers
• The included IEC power cable
• CAT 5e or better data cable, as required
You must also have access to a dedicated Ethernet network, an Ethernet switch, and
a controller that is compatible with a KiNET-based lighting system, such as Philips
Color Kinetics Light System Manager, Video System Manager Pro, or ColorDial Pro.
Inspect sPDS-480ca and Accessories
Carefully inspect the box containing the sPDS-480ca and the contents for any
damage that may have occurred in transit.
Device Fixture Max. Quantity
Per sPDS-480ca
Max. Quantity
Per Output Port
sPDS-480ca 7.5 V
iColor
Flex MX 960 nodes 60 nodes
iColor Tile MX 6 tiles 1/2 tile
sPDS-480ca 24 V
eW
Flex SLX 480 nodes 60 nodes
iColor Flex LMX 480 nodes 60 nodes
iColor Cove EC 7 in 240 fixtures 30 fixtures
iColor Cove EC 12 in 240 fixtures 30 fixtures
iColor Cove QLX 6 in 240 fixtures 30 fixtures
iColor Cove QLX 12 in 160 fixtures 20 fixtures
Compatible Fixtures
Included in the box
sPDS-480ca power / data supply
IEC power cable
(8) Lock washers
(2) Rack mount brackets with handles
(8) Screws, 0.7 X 10 mm
(2) Surface mount brackets
sPDS-480ca 24V
iColor Cove QLX
Ethernet
Switch
PC
Light
System
Manager
Typical iColor Cove QLX Installation
EKiNET Ethernet is the high performance
network protocol engineered by Philips Color
Kinetics for LED lighting control.

sPDS-480ca Product Guide6
Mount the sPDS-480ca
Make sure the device is powered OFF before mounting and connecting.
You can rack mount the PDS-480ca or mount it to a vertical or horizontal surface.
In either case, sPDS-480 must be installed in a location that allows air to move freely
around the front and rear of the housing.
Rack Mount
You can mount the sPDS-480ca on a standard EIA-310-compliant rack.
1. Using the included mounting screws, attach one stainless steel handle to each pair
of threaded holes located on either side of the device, just behind the faceplate.
(Use two screws for each bracket.)
2. Each handle has two holes for rack mounting. Mount the device to a rack using
four #10 or #12 machine screws and lock washers.
Surface Mount
A power screwdriver is recommended for surface mounting.
1. Remove the included rack mount handles from their two attached brackets using a
Philips screwdriver. Together with the other two included brackets, you will now
have four brackets for surface mounting.
2. Using two included screws and lock washers for each bracket, attach two
mounting brackets to each side of the device. The portion of each bracket with
four holes should be flush with the bottom of the device.
2. Each of the included mounting brackets mount to the surface using 4 screws each.
Mount the device to the surface using 16 screws that are suitable for the mounting
surface. 19.0 in
sPDS-480ca 24V
Ethernet
(483 mm)
1.8 in
(46 mm)
3.5 in
(89 mm)
16.4 in
(417 mm)
18.0 in
(457 mm)
17.0 in
(432 mm)
Dimensions: Rack Mount Configuration
sPDS-480ca 24V
Ethernet
19.0 in
(483 mm)
18.4 in
(467 mm)
12.3 in
(312 mm)
10.6 in
(269 mm)
1.8 in
(46 mm)
2.9 in
(74 mm)
10.6 in
(269 mm)
13.5 in
(343 mm)
3.0 in
(76 mm)
2.3 in
(58mm)
Dimensions: Surface Mount Configuration
EIf multiple devices are mounted on a
single rack, leave at least 1 RU, or 1.75
in (44 mm), between each sPDS-480ca.
Also, the rack should be located in an
environment with a controlled climate.
EMake sure that there is adequate space
to make all connections to the front and
rear of the device. No vents should be facing
down.
EMake sure that the device is securely
attached and free of excessive vibration.

sPDS-480ca Product Guide 7
Connect the sPDS-480ca to Line Power
1. Connect the IEC power cable to the inlet in the back of the sPDS-480ca.
2. To secure the cord, tighten the locking clamp around the inlet with a Phillips
screwdriver.
3. Connect the power cable to line power.
Connect the sPDS-480ca to Fixtures
Make sure the device is powered OFF before connecting to fixtures.
1. Connect the leader cables or Flex strands to an available port on the back of the
device. Ports are labeled 1 through 8.
2. Power the device ON.
Note that before you can control the connected fixtures, you must discover fixtures
using either the sPDS-480ca device’s on-board menu (described in the next section),
QuickPlay Pro software, or the discover functionality in the software for Light
System Manager or Video System Manager.
Discovering fixtures finds the quantity of connected fixtures and registers them on
your power / data supply.
E You can download QuickPlay Pro from
www.colorkinetics.com/support/ addressing/

sPDS-480ca Product Guide8
Using the sPDS-480ca On-Board Menu
sPDS-480ca has a navigable LCD screen with three menu levels.
Menu Level Description
12 3
View Status
Network
NET: IP Address ... Displays device’s current IP address
MAC Address Displays device’s MAC address
Data Rate Displays an estimate of network bandwidth currently
used by the device
Serial Number Displays the device’s serial number
Lights Lights Per Port Displays the nodes scanned for each port
Temperature
Internal Temp Displays an estimate of the device’s internal
temperature
Min / Max Temp Displays minimum and maximum temperature since
device was last turned on
Fan Status Displays whether fan is on or off, and speed of fan as
percentage of maximum
Configure
Set IP
Address 10.X.X.X Modifies the device’s IP address
Scan Lights Press Select Discovers and counts the nodes connected to each port
Fan Settings
Low Sets fans to run continuously at the selected speed. If
temperature rise is detected, fan speed automatically
switches to High until the temperature reaches a safe
level.
Medium
High
Auto* Fan speed automatically adjusts based on the detected
temperature
Thermal
Settings
Turn Lights Off* If device overheats, lights turn off
Ramp Down Lights If device overheats, lights smoothly fade out
Stay On If device overheats, lights remain on
LCD
Backlight
Bright
Sets the brightness of the device’s LCD backlightMedium*
Dim
Auto-Dim Dims the LCD backlight when no buttons have been
pressed for 15 seconds
Restore
Defaults Press Select
Restores factory default settings for LCD Backlight, Fan
Settings, and Thermal Settings. Network configuration is
unaffected.
Test Test Lights
All Off Turns off all nodes
All Red
Turns on all channels of a particular color
All Green
All Blue
All White
Rainbow Cycles through red, green, and blue, showing waves of
different colors across all nodes
Single Port
Turns on nodes connected to one port. Press Select to
begin test. Press the Down button to begin automatically
cycling through the device’s ports. Press the Down
button again to manually cycle through the device’s ports.
Single Light
Turns on a single node. Press Select to begin test. Press
the Down button to begin automatically cycling through
the connected nodes. Press the Down button again to
manually cycle through the connected nodes.
Test Fans on Full Turns on the device’s two fans at full speed
Reset
System Press Select
Resets the device.This has the same effect as powering
it down and turning it back on.Your configured settings
are unaffected.
About Press Select Displays system information, including unit model, serial
number, and firmware revision number
To navigate the on-board menu:
• Press the Up and Down buttons
() to move up and down in the
current menu’s set of options.
• Press the Select button () to
select a menu item or display its
submenu.
• Press the Cancel button () to
return to the previous menu level.
sPDS-480ca 7.5 V
Ethernet
*Default settings.

sPDS-480ca Product Guide 9
Scanning Lights
You can scan the nodes attached to the device’s ports to discover fixtures and confirm
that they are connected and receiving data. The discovery determines the quantity of
connected nodes and registers them on your power / data supply. The power / data
supply then assigns DMX addresses to uniquely identify each node, which controllers
can use to perform video and light shows.
►To scan lights:
1. Press Select to activate the sPDS-480ca menu.
2. Select Configure.
3. Select Scan Lights. The LCD menu displays “scanning...”
4. When scanning finishes, you can confirm that your light fixtures are successfully
connected by using the Up and Down buttons to scroll through the number of
nodes for each port.
Changing an IP Address
Each sPDS-480ca comes factory-set with a unique IP address. If necessary, you can
change a fixture’s IP address. To ensure that fixtures function properly, make sure that
the IP addresses of all sPDS-480ca devices within a single installation are unique.
►To change an IP address on an sPDS-480ca:
1. Press Select to activate the sPDS-480ca menu.
2. Select Configure.
3. Select Set IP Address.
4. Use the Up and Down buttons to change the second IP byte field. (The first IP
byte field is not editable.)
5. Press Select. The cursor moves to the next byte field.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each of the next two fields, as necessary.
7. Press Select. Press Select again to confirm changes.
Testing
The test commands verify that the device, its connected fixtures, and cooling fans are
operating properly.
►To test lights and fans:
1. Press Select to activate the sPDS-480ca menu.
2. Select Test. The first test command turns all lights off.
3. Press the Down button. If you have RGB fixtures, the All Red test command
turns on the red LED channel of all connected fixtures.
4. Continue to cycle through the Green, Blue, White, and Rainbow test commands.
5. At the Single Port option, press the Down button once to begin automatically
cycling through the device’s ports and nodes. Press the Down button a second
time to cycle through the ports and nodes manually.
6. At the Single Light option, press the Down button to begin automatically cycling
through the device’s nodes. Press the Down button a second time to cycle
through the nodes manually.
7. The Fans on Full option tests both fans at full speed.
E Make sure you confirm the address
changes. If you leave the menu option without
confirming your change, it does not go into
effect.
E The IP addresses 10.1.3.100 and
10.1.3.101 are reserved and are not available
as addresses.
EA node is an individually controllable fixture,
or fixture segment, on your lighting network.
Fixtures have one or more controllable nodes,
depending on the fixture type.
E For more on fixture discovery and
addressing, refer to the Addressing and
Configuration Guide available online at www.
colorkinetics.com/support/ addressing/

sPDS-480ca Product Guide10
Adjusting Thermal Settings
Thermal settings determine how the device behaves if overheating occurs. The
device’s LCD screen flashes in case of overheating. Turn Lights Off sets lights to black
when overheating occurs. Ramp Down Lights smoothly reduces brightness in case of
overheating. With either of these settings, lights return to normal operation when the
device’s temperature returns to safe levels. Stay On continues running lights even if
overheating occurs.
►To adjust thermal settings:
1. Press Select to activate the sPDS-480ca menu.
2. Select Configure.
3. Select Thermal Settings.
4. Use the Up and Down buttons to find the desired thermal setting, then press
Select.
Cleaning the sPDS-480ca Air Intake Filter
To prevent overheating, inspect the air intake filter regularly and clean as needed. The
air intake filters are located behind the device’s front faceplate.
1. Disconnect line power from the device.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the four captive screws on the front of the
device. Pull the faceplate out from the front of the device.
3. Remove the filters by sliding them up, then pulling them out.
4. Remove the filters from the filter covers, clean them with a vacuum or with
water (then air dry them completely).
5. Place each filter in its cover, then replace the two filters on the front of the
device.
6. Replace the faceplate on the device.
ENever operate the sPDS-480ca with the
faceplate off.

sPDS-480ca Product Guide 11
Replacing Fuses
sPDS-480ca has a fuse for each of its ports, protecting each port from excessive
current. Always replace blown fuses with the same rated fuse:
1. Make sure that the device’s power is OFF.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the two screws holding the cover in place.
Lift the back side of the cover first, then remove it.
3. Remove the blown fuse from its metal clips. (The blown fuse is adjacent to the
port of the fixtures that failed.)
4. Replace the fuse with a new, identically-rated fuse.
5. Replace the cover and screws to close the fuse box.
Device Number of Fuses Replacement Fuse
sPDS-480ca 7.5
V16 5 A, 125 V, 5 x 20 fast blow fuse
sPDS-480ca 24 V8 4 A, 125 V, 5 x 20 fast blow fuse

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