Shadow-Caster SCM-ZC-KIT User manual
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
SCM-ZC-KIT
MULTI-ZONE LIGHTING
CONTROLLER KIT
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SCM-ZC-KIT
OPERATION MANUAL
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SCM-ZC-KIT BOX CONTENTS ........................................................................................................................................
SCM-ZC-KIT OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................................................
SCM-ZC-KIT TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM .....................................................................................................................
SCM-ZC-REMOTE OPERATION ......................................................................................................................................
INSTALLATION ...............................................................................................................................................................
ADDING ADDITIONAL REMOTES AND MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAYS .........................................................................
SHADOW-NET®DEVICES ...............................................................................................................................................
OPTIONAL PARTS ..........................................................................................................................................................
BEST PRACTICES FOR MITIGATING NOISE ISSUES ...................................................................................................
CONNECTING STEREO INPUT FOR STEREO MUSIC SYNC INPUT .............................................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................................................................
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SCM-ZC-KIT
OPERATION MANUAL
SCM-ZC-KIT OVERVIEW
The Shadow-Caster®Multi-Zone Lighting Controller Kit
(SCM-ZC-KIT) includes a Multi-Zone Lighting Control
box (SCM-MZ-LC) and Zone Control Remote (SCM-ZC-
REMOTE).
The SCM-MZ-LC Lighting Controller supplies fused
power connection for up to 4 separate zones of user
selectable RGB or RGBW lighting.
It can receive an analog music input, and also
broadcasts multiple channels of digital commands to
other devices on the Shadow-NET®bus (orange and
yellow wires).
The SCM-ZC-REMOTE is an input device that sends
commands to the SCM-MZ-LC. It is connected to the
controller through a dedicated control bus with the
supplied 1meter SC-NET cable.
When connecting with optional Shadow-NET®devices,
underwater lights will respond to Zone 1 commands,
Down Lights will respond to Zone 2 commands and
Spreader Lights will respond to Zone 3 commands.
At initial power up the Shadow-NET®bus will broadcast
messages to tell connected devices to turn off. This
allows these devices to be used without a dedicated
switch. When the MZ-LC controller receives a command
to turn on, it will send a corresponding command to
devices connected on the Shadow-NET®bus.
SCM-ZC-KIT BOX CONTENTS
•Multi-Zone Lighting Controller (SCM-MZ-LC)
•Zone Controller Remote (SCM-ZC-REMOTE)
•1m Shadow-NET®Communication Cable
(SCM-SCNET-01)
•4 x SS316 Pan Head 8 x ¾" Mounting Screws
•Installation & Operation Manual
•Warranty and Registration Information
SCM-ZC-REMOTESCM-MZ-LC
SCR-24-CC
Underwater
Lights
Defaults to Zone 1 3.5mm Female
Audio Jack
4 x Channels of RGB Lighting
(supports up to 15A per channel)
Shadow-NET
12V DC
Power Source
10-30V DC
Power Source
RGB Zone 1 RGB Zone 2 RGB Zone 3 RGB Zone 4
SCM-SL-CC
Spreader Lights
Defaults to Zone 3
SCM-SL-DLX-CC
or SCM-DL Down
Lights
Defaults to Zone 2
SCM-ZC-KIT TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM
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PRODUCT SERIAL NUMBER
You can add your product serial number here for
warranty and product registration purposes.
The serial number is located on a white label inside the
housing of the SCM-MZ-LC.
My Serial Number:
SCM-ZC-KIT
OPERATION MANUAL
All Zones /
Power On
Turn Off /
Save
Zones 1-4 Color
Buttons
Previous
Color
Next
Color
Increase
Brightness
Decrease
Brightness
MUSIC SYNC
1. Full Color
2. Single Color Amplitude
3. Multi-Color Amplitude
MODE
1. Single Color Fade
2. Multi-Color Fade
3. Multi-Color Change
4. Strobe / Flash
Use the tactile keypad to quickly change colors,
brightness and lighting effects such as multi-color fade
and music synchronization.
SCM-ZC-REMOTE OPERATION
The Shadow-Caster®SCM-ZC-REMOTE provides
individual or simultaneous control of 4 independent
lighting zones when connected to the Multi-Zone
Lighting Controller (SCM-MZ-LC).
TURN CONTROLLER ON/OFF
To turn the controller On press the button.
To turn the controller Off press the button for 2
seconds.
RETURN TO PREVIOUS SETTING AFTER
POWERING OFF
If the remote gets powered off and you would like to
restore the settings you previously applied, simply click
the button twice.
ALL
OFF
ALL
APPLYING ADJUSTMENTS TO ZONES
To make adjustments to a specic zone, press the zone
number, then make the desired adjustments. To apply
to all zones, click the button instead of a zone
number.
TURNING ZONES OFF
Select the desired zone(s) and press OFF.
E.g. Press then turns zone 3 off.
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OFF
ALL
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CHANGING MODES
Press the button to cycle through lighting effects:
1. Single Color Fade: The selected color will fade off
and on.
2. Multi-Color Fade: Fades up and down and cycles
between colors depending on selected color
sequence.
a. Blue / White
b. Red / Green / Blue / White
c. All Colors
3. Multi-Color Change: Same color sequences as
Multi-Color Fade, but maintains brightness on a color
before fading to the next color.
4. Strobe / Flash: Flashes a specied color at a
specied rate.
a. To adjust the color of a mode, use the or
buttons.
b. To adjust the rate, press and hold the
button and use either of the or buttons at
the same time.
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
Select the desired zone(s) and use the buttons.
E.g. Press then turns zone 3 brightness
down by 2 steps.
CHANGING COLORS
Select the desired zone(s) and press a color (white,
red, green or blue) or press or to advance to the
previous/next color in the Color Index (see Color Index
Cycle below).
E.g. Press then turns all zones red.
COLOR INDEX CYCLE
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ALL
MODE
MODE
MUSIC SYNC
Select the desired zone(s) and press the button
to activate music sync.
There are 3 different music sync modes:
1. Full Color Frequency: Different frequency ranges
from the music drive the intensity of different colors.
2. Single Color Amplitude: Brightness of lights is driven
by different intensity of the music. In this use the
or buttons to select a single color.
3. Multi-Color Amplitude: Similar to Single Color
Amplitude, but colors are rotating continuously.
OPTIMIZING MUSIC SYNC
1. Turn music to typical listening volume, and press
PAUSE on your stereo system. This will provide the
lighting controller with an input signal representative
of the audio system background noise.
2. Press and hold while repeatedly clicking the
button until the lights start blinking, then click
button one click at a time until the lights do not blink
or icker - this sets the system sensitivity to just
above the audio systems noise oor.
3. While still holding press PLAY on your stereo
system, now adjust or to set the signal
averaging. This adjusts how quickly the sound
responds to the music.
ADJUST BACKLIGHTS OF CONTROLLER
Press and hold the button and use either of the
or buttons until the desired brightness is
achieved.
SAVING SETTINGS
Once everything is congured as you wish press the
button to save the your settings.
SYNC
SYNC
SYNC
Cool White
Neutral White
Warm White
Pink
Purple
Red
Orange
Red Orange
Gold
YellowGreen
Lime
Olive
Aqua
Blue
Sky
Blue
Indigo
Orchid
Purple
Magenta
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ADDING ADDITIONAL REMOTES AND
MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAYS
Additional SCM-ZC-REMOTES or a Multi-Function
Display (MFD) can be added to your installation with
our Y-cable and 1m, 2m & 4m extension cables. See
Optional Parts section on page 7 for details.
SCM-MFD-BRIDGE MFDSCM-MZ-LC
SCM-ZC-REMOTE
POWER REQUIREMENTS
See the Shadow-Caster®wire awg recommendations
for detailed calculations. It is very important to have
sucient gauge wire feeds for RGB lighting.
It is recommended to separate feeds for lighting and
for sensitive stereo power feeds with direct runs to the
battery or a heavy gauge distribution point.
The SCM-MZ-LC will support 15 amps per zone. For
a total of 60 amps in the entire box. The SCM-MZ-LC
comes with 10 amp fuses installed.
The SCM-MZ-LC will work in 12V or 24V systems.
Please note that 12V or 24 compatible RGB(W)
products should be used depending on the application.
RECOMMENDED WIRE GAUGES
Scan the QR Code below or click here to view our
recommended wire gauge chart.
SCM-ZC-REMOTE INSTALLATION
The backlit lighting controller should be panel mount
installed in an easy to reach location. The sealed
keypad is washdown rated (IP66) and installation in
exposed areas is acceptable.
1. Drill a 3" diameter mounting hole.
2. Use the included clamshell bracket to secure.
SCM-ZC-LC LIGHTING CONTROLLER
INSTALLATION
Central mounting locations under the helm or in the
bilges are acceptable.
1. Orient the cable glands facing down or to the side so
that they do not collect water.
2. Cinch cable glands as tightly as possible and ll
unused glands so that the box is water tight.
3. Use the included four 8 x ¾” SS pan head screws for
mounting.
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INSTALLATION
SELECTING RGB OR RGBW LIGHTING
Set the RGB(W) dip switch within the SCM-MZ-LC,
depending on whether a zone is using RGB or RGBW
lighting, from left to right, as follows:
Switch 1 2 3 4
ZONE 1
RGB
ZONE 2
RGB
ZONE 3
RGB
ZONE 4
RGB
ZONE 1
RGBW
ZONE 3
RGBW
ZONE 3
RGBW
ZONE 4
RGBW
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Shadow-NET®
& 3.5mm Jack
(Music Sync)
Inputs
SCM-ZC-REMOTE
and MFD
Connection
Zones 1-4
RGB(W)
Connections
12C DV
Power
Input
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SHADOW-NET®DEVICES
Connect Shadow-NET®enabled devices to the orange
and yellow Shadow-NET®wires coming from the Multi-
Zone Lighting Controller.
As soon as the Multi-Zone Lighting Controller receives
power, multiple channels of digital messages start
broadcasting on these wires. These messages allow
Shadow-NET®enabled devices to be connected without
a switch. Initially these commands instruct attached
lights to turn off. As soon as a command is given to the
Multi-Zone Lighting Controller to go to a color, these
attached devices will receive a message to go to the
corresponding color and brightness.
Please note that different products are pre-programmed
to respond to a certain channel. For example,
Underwater Lights respond to Zone 1, Down Lights
respond to Zone 2 and Spreader Lights respond to Zone
3.
OPTIONAL PARTS
• SCM-ZC-REMOTE
Additional Remote (SCM-ZC-REMOTE)
• SCM-MFD-BRIDGE-STANDARD
MFD-Bridge for connection to Multi-Function Display
• SCM-SCNET-01 1 meter Cable
• SCM-SCNET-02 2 meter Cable
• SCM-SCNET-04 4 meter Cable
• SCM-SCNET-Y Y Cable
BEST PRACTICES FOR MITIGATING
NOISE ISSUES
Noise interface is common in systems with RGB
lighting controls and amplied stereo systems. The
advanced circuitry in the lighting controller does
everything possible to protect from this.
Utilizing installation best practices will further mitigate
these issues.
1. Make sure to supply ample gauge power and
separate distribution for stereo power and RGB
power.
2. Run RGB power wires seperately and as far as
possible from the speaker feeds for the stereo. Run
separate bundles where possible.
CONNECTING STEREO INPUT FOR
STEREO MUSIC SYNC INPUT
Stereo
Amp To 3.5mm
Female Audio
Jack Input
RCA (Phono)
Cables & Splitters
TROUBLESHOOTING
MUSIC SYNC NOT WORKING
Verify that an appropriate 3.5mm stereo jack is being
used and that there is a usable signal.
If a separate output zone is used, verify that the output
is enabled and the output is set to a usable volume.
It is not recommended to use a subwoofer output, as
certain sync modes require the full audio range.
SCM-MZ-LC NOT LIGHTING UP
When power is rst applied to the lighting controller, the
box will ash blue very briey.
Once it receives a valid control input from a connected
controller it will stay blue continuously. If it is not
lighting up please double check for correct orientation
and reseat the SC-NET cable.
MY SHADOW-NET®LIGHTS STAY ON
If the connected Shadow-NET®lights are not turning
off at initial power up then there is a challenge with the
Shadow-NET®connection.
Reset the power to the entire controller and lighting
system. The Shadow-NET®bus connections will stop
broadcasting if issues are detected, such as making
connections when the power is on.
Check the orange and yellow wire connections are not
reversed and are fully connected.
Designed & Manufactured
in Clearwater, FL
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Designed & Manufactured
in Clearwater, FL
© 2021 Shadow-Caster®LED Lighting, All Rights Reserved
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