SOUTHPAW Fiber Optic Star User manual

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In this kit you will find the following:
• Acoustical fiber optic panels
•Epic Link
• Lead / Booster Wire(s)
• RJ45 Quick Connect Cables
• Power Supply
• High Powered Magnets
• Spacers*
• Screws
• Marking Pencil
* Some installers use spacers for standard installation requiring more room for wires.
Note: Sometimes there will be more than one lead wire and sometimes the wire(s) will already be attached to the power supply.
Lead wires are also used as booster wires to power over 19 panels. (see diagrams on page 3 and 4)
For a smooth installation we highly recommend the following:
• Painters tape or a light adhesive
masking tape to organize cables
• Appropriate screw anchors for your
installation surface (drywall anchors supplied)
• Ladder
• A work buddy
Note: Voltage on power supplies varies on the number of panels you are installing. The power supply provided in this package by Epic
Sky was determined by your job specifications.
Fiber Optic Star
Lighting Systems
Congratulations on your purchase
of your new star panel system!
PACKAGE CONTENTS
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
AWARD
WINNER
.

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POWER SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply: Number of Panels
• 25W 10 Panels
• 45W 18 Panels
• 60W 24 Panels
• 100W 40 Panels
Power Supply: Number of Panels
• 150W 60 Panels
• 200W 80 Panels
• 250W 100 Panels
• 300W 120 Panels
1 2 3 4
MODE
1 GND 2
IN RS-232 OUT
LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 LED 5
Epic Stars
LED 6 LED 7 LED 8
OUR EASY
PLUG AND PLAY
SYSTEM MAKES
INSTALLATION A
SNAP!
POWER IN
12V POWER SUPPLY
LEAD WIRE
LEAD RS232
JUMPER CABLE
(35’)
RS232
JUMPER CABLE
RS232
JUMPER CABLE
GREEN = GROUND
N = NEUTRAL
L = LINE
RJ45 IN RJ45 INRJ45 OUT RJ45 OUT
1 2 3 4
MODE
1 GND 2
IN RS-232 OUT
LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 LED 5
Epic Stars
LED 6 LED 7 LED 8
+V -V
12V/1.67A
DC OK
+V ADJ
+
100-240VAC
0.55A
50/60Hz
NL
DC
OK
Leave the lead wire from the POWER SUPPLY and EPIC LINK RJ45 cable hanging othe side of the first
panel so you can connect the next panel. Power supply and Epic Link will be installed above the ceiling.
Connect the lead wire coming from the Epic Link to the starboard. Make sure the RJ45 connector is placed
into the IN port first panel you are installing. Connect your shorter jump wire into the OUT port that will lead
to the IN port of your next panel to be placed. Refer to wiring diagram on page 3 for connection instructions.
PLUG AND PLAY COMPONENTS
Note: If you have more than 120 panels, please contact our customer service department.
! WEAR LATEX GLOVES TO KEEP PANELS CLEAN WHILE HANDLING!
EPIC LINK
STAR BOARDS
POWER INPUT
RJ45 OUT
EPIC
LINK
POWER
12VDC
– +
EPIC
SYSTEM
OUTPUT
RS232 IN

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
ACOUSTICAL FIBER
OPTIC STAR PANELS
EPIC LINK
HIGH POWER MAGNETS
!! READ SAFETY WARNING ON PG. 8!!
RJ45 QUICK
CONNECT CABLES
12V POWER SUPPLY
SPACERS
MOUNTING SCREWS AND
50LB. DRYWALL ANCHORS
LEAD / BOOSTER WIRE

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WIRING DIAGRAM
Up to 12 panels can be connected together in any configuration per lead wire. If your installation
requires more than 12 panels, you will need an additional lead jumper wire and may need to add
an additional Power Supply and POWER ADAPTER or COMMANDER.
See PAGE 1 Power Specifications.
DIAGRAM ABOVE IS AN EXAMPLE WIRING DIAGRAM FOR A BASIC STAR
PANEL CONFIGURATION. ELEMENTS SHOWN ARE NOT TO SCALE.
1 2 3 4
MODE
1 GND 2
IN RS-232 OUT
LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED4 LED 5
Epic Stars
LED 6 LED 7 LED 8
1 2 3 4
MODE
1 GND 2
IN RS-232 OUT
LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED4 LED 5
Epic Stars
LED 6 LED 7 LED 8
+V -V
12V/1.67A
DC OK
+V ADJ
+
100-240VAC
0.55A
50/60Hz
NL
DC
OK
1 2 3 4
MODE
1 GND 2
IN RS-232 OUT
LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED4 LED 5
Epic Stars
LED 6 LED 7 LED 8
1 2 3 4
MODE
1 GND 2
IN RS-232 OUT
LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED4 LED 5
Epic Stars
LED 6 LED 7 LED 8
1 2 3 4
MODE
1 GND 2
IN RS-232 OUT
LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED4 LED 5
Epic Stars
LED 6 LED 7 LED 8
1 2 3 4
MODE
1 GND 2
IN RS-232 OUT
LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED4 LED 5
Epic Stars
LED 6 LED 7 LED 8
POWER IN
12V POWER SUPPLY
CONFIGURATION WITH POWER ADAPTER
LEAD WIRE
LEAD RS232
JUMPER CABLE
(35’)
POWER ADAPTER
GREEN = GROUND
N = NEUTRAL
L = LINE
LEAD CABLE IS 35 FEET
LEAD CABLE TO
“IN” PORT JUMP CABLE
FROM “OUT”
PORT TO NEXT
PANEL BOARD
1 2 3 4
MODE
1 GND 2
IN RS-232 OUT
LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 LED 5
Epic Stars
LED 6 LED 7 LED 8
“CLICK”
POWER INPUT
RJ45 OUT
EPIC
LINK
POWER
12VDC
– +
EPIC
SYSTEM
OUTPUT
RS232 IN

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HELPFUL HINT:
When separating magnets,
slide apart rather than trying
to pull them apart.
Use one at a time and keep
all screws and metal objects
at least 6” away.
INSTALLATION STEPS
FOR EZ MOUNT PANELS
THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP INSTALLING YOUR STAR CEILING PANELS IS
STARTING FROM THE CENTER OF YOUR ROOM AND WORKING OUT.
BE VERY CAREFUL WITH MAGNETS: There is a very strong bond with the provided
magnets. Separate them ONE AT A TIME by sliding them apart.
NOTE: Not every room is square!
Mark your center by marking out
an “X” from corner to corner.
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1Find the center of the room by marking out an X from corner to corner
Take provided screw and slide through center of magnet making sure the screw
head is FLUSH in the recessed area of the magnet.
FLUSH
RAISED

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90º
INSTALLATION STEPS
FOR EZ MOUNT PANELS
NOTE: Center each magnet
and marker screw in the
middle of each metal plate
NOTE: Be sure to
tap at a 90º angle
to avoid screws
slipping sideways.
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Place each assembled magnet and screw in the center of each metal plate on the
star panel.
Hold panel up horizontally to ceiling until all screws lightly touch. With your other
hand, make a fist THEN lightly tap each corner of the panel at a 90º ANGLE so that
the screw tips make a small indentations.
painters
tape

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INSTALLATION STEPS
FOR EZ MOUNT PANELS
NOTE: REMOVE BY SLIDING OFF
METAL PLATE. DO NOT PRY OFF.
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6Carefully remove placed magnet and screw from corner of first panel by SLIDING o
the metal plate.
* If your installation surface is dierent than drywall then you must supply and use your own appropriate anchor mounts
and/or screws to suit. Failure to do this will compromise warranty.
Place star panel aside and mark the indentations from the screws with a pencil.
Screw in provided drywall anchors into your surface on each mark*

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INSTALLATION STEPS
FOR EZ MOUNT PANELS
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Place spacer over screw and fasten to wall.
Repeat process until all 4 are in position.
!! DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN SCREW
AS MAGNET WILL SHATTER !!
From attic, drill hole for
cable drop through.
Connect your RJ45 Quick connect cable from the ceiling to the IN port of your first
first star panel. Take your next RJ45 cable and connect to the OUT port and hang
oto the side for your next panel
NOTE: Remember to
always connect your
next panel cables to
the proper ports!
OUT to IN.
NOTE:
Using spacers
are optional but
recommended.
NOTE: Firmly place
RJ45 connector in the
port. Your should feel
a ‘click’ indicating a
secure connection

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INSTALLATION STEPS
FOR EZ MOUNT PANELS
MAGNET SAFETY
NOTE: make sure
your next cable is
hanging of to the
side of your next
panel to go up.
10 After cables are properly connected on your first star panel, line up under the 4
magnet mounts and slowly raise up to meet the metal plates and let the magnets
do their job...CLICK thats it!
Adjust panel position if need be by bumping corners with a closed fist.
EZ MOUNT MAGNETS ARE VERY STRONG AND BRITTLE.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN SCREW AS MAGNET WILL SHATTER.
MAGNETS CAN LEAP TOGETHER UNEXPECTEDLY WITH EXTREME SPEED AND FORCE
CAUSING POTENTIAL INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE MAGNETS THEMSELVES.
USE MAGNETS ONE AT A TIME AND KEEP AT LEAST 6 INCHES AWAY FROM OTHER
LOOSE METAL OBJECTS AND TOOLS.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND PETS. DO NOT PUT IN NOSE OR MOUTH. MAGNETS
CAN STICK TOGETHER ACROSS INTESTINES CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION IF MAGNETS ARE SWALLOWED .
EYE PROTECTION IS RECOMMENDED. DO NOT DRILL OR MACHINE

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To field cut star panels for protruding objects such as drop beams,
canned lights, or air conditioning vents, mark the location of the
protrusion on the upper (unfinished) side of the panel. Use a sharp
NON-SERRATED knife or box cutter. Cut the desired shape down
through the fiberglass but NOT THROUGH THE FABRIC. Set your
knife blade. Take your time!
Remove the cut fiberglass
piece from the panel.
Carefully cut a clean
“X” into the center of
the fabric.
Fold flaps back through
the opening.
Spray back of loose flaps
with a 3M super 77 spray
and press flat to surface
If a fiber or 2 is placed in a location you need to cut out
simply cut the fiber, use the poker tool to make another hole
in a location you desire, and push fiber through.
(It may not be necessary to do this as each board is populated evenly.)
CUSTOM CUTTING
NOTE: Always cut on a flat surface.
Spare cardboard works great. Make sure
your knife is sharp so you don’t tear or pull
the fabric
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2
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3 4

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The EPIC STAR EFFECTS are determined by the dip switches. The dip switch settings allow
you to control a variety of eects including sparkle, scintillation, rain, strobe, etc.).
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
MODE SWITCH 1SWITCH 2SWITCH 3SWITCH 4
Night Sky Up Up Up Up
All on 50% Down Up Up Up
All On 25% Up Down Up Up
Meteor Shower Down Down Up Up
Night Sky 50% Up Up Down Up
Scintillation Down Up Down Up
Tropical Winds Up Down Down Up
Constellation Mode Down Down Down Up
Shooting Star 10 Sec Up Up Up Down
Shooting Star 1 Min Down Up Up Down
Shooting Star 2 Min Up Down Up Down
Shooting Star 5 Min Down Down Up Down
Shooting Star 10 Min Up Up Down Down
Rain Mode Down Up Down Down
Party (Strobe) Mode Up Down Down Down
All on 100% Down Down Down Down
*NOTE*
Epic Star Boards will read the DIP switch setting on power up.
Check that the boards are in the right mode before installing in
a ceiling.
Shooting Star 10 Min Setting Shown Above

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All commands must be terminated by a carriage return. All commands are repeated out the serial
port to pass to the next controller or device. The “E“ symbol means that those command values are
stored in EEPROM and will load on power up.
COMMAND SETTINGS
COMMAND ACTION NOTES
ess Night Sky Night Sky in 3D perspective
ess1 Night Sky 50% Night Sky in 3D perspective at 50% brightness
es2 Scintillation Scintillation
es3 Tropical Winds Tropical Winds - Fast Sparkle
esr Rain Shower Stars in Rain Shower mode
est Party Mode Stars all on with strobe/fade out pattern
esldxxx *E Stars on Solid xxx is the level, 1 - 255, 255 is the brightest
ecn Constellations on Solid All LED’s on solid - separate than star commands
ecsp Constellation Sparkle Constellations sparkle
eco Constellation OOnly Constellations turn o
eclvxxx *E Constellation Solid Level xxx is the level, 1 - 255, 255 is the brightest
! Trigger Shooting Star Immediately trigger shooting star
ssj Shooting Star 10 Seconds Shooting Star every 10 seconds, Adjustable via RS-232
ss1 Shooting Star 1 Minute Shooting Star every minute
ss2 Shooting Star 2 Minutes Shooting Star every 2 minutes
ss5 Shooting Star 5 Minutes Shooting Star every 5 minutes
ssz Shooting Star 10 Minutes Shooting Star every 10 minutes
sso Shooting Star OBoards in shooting star mode will turn o
ssg Shooting Star On Shooting star on
mso Meteor Shower On Meteor Shower mode (DIP switches must be set correctly) Default rate is every 2 minutes
msf Meteor Shower OStops the meteor shower
ssd Power on Setting Return to Power on DIP Switch Setting
esdmxxx *E Dim Setting (stars only) Brightness level of stars, 1 to 255, Default is 255 (brightest)
espkxxx *E Star Sparkle Speed Sparkle Speed, 0 - 255, default is 17, the higher the number, the slower the sparkle
mtspxxx *E Meteor Shower Speed xxx is the The Speed of the Meteors in the Shower, 0 - 255, Default is 50 (higher is slower)
mttmxxx *E Time Between Meteors Time in 1/10’s of a second between each meteor in the shower (0-255) default is 7
mtinxxx *E Meteor Shower Interval Time in seconds between meteor showers (0-255) default is 120
mtnmxxx *E Meteor Number Number of meteors per shower (1-255) default is 19
ssspxxx *E Shooting Star Speed xxx = 0 (fastest) to 254 (slowest), default is 40
sstmxxx *E Shooting Star Interval Interval Between Shooting Stars in seconds, 0 - 255, Default is 10
eso Stars OAll Stars O
esn Stars On Turns on the stars in the last mode they were in
globaloAll OAll Stars o, regardless of mode
NOTE: The Epic Star Boards will read the DIP switch setting on power up, check that the boards are in the right mode before
installing in a ceiling.