Testrite Visual Charisma SEG XSL Series User manual

Page 1 of 6Version: 4
Page 1 - Assemble the Frame
First start by assembling corners. There are three (3) brackets per corner. All
extrusion sections are numbered to identify which pieces go together, 1 with 1, 2
with 2, etc.
1. Insert the at L brackets with the four (4) set screws into the back of one
extrusion segment as shown. Identical bracket with no holes goes between
bracket and the extrusion, as shown in the images below. Lightly screw into
place, DO NOT fully tighten.
2. For Bent Corner Bracket: Insert the bent bracket into the same extrusion section.
Firmly screw the bracket into place. Take the mating extrusion piece with
matching number. Guide the corner brackets in, then tighten all brackets.
3. Repeat assembly steps for the three remaining corners.
4. For larger boxes, sides may be built in multiple sections. These sections end in
a straight cut (NOT a 45⁰ angle). Use the three (3) straight brackets to connect
the two adjoining sections. The screws will be tightened from the inside of the
frame. Sections can be identied with matching numbers.
5. If provided, place center support bar bracket into frame channel and use the
Allen key to expand the bracket inside the channel to secure it in place.
Charisma™ SEG Slim Prole Light Box - XSL Series
2a.
1
1
Corner 4Corner 3
Corner 2
3.
2c.
1
1
2b.
5.
4a.
4b.
Support Bar
1. Bracket B
Bracket A
Bracket B
Bracket A

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Page 2 - Connect Electrical Components
1. At each break in the extrusion, identify the orange or white electrical connector. Then connect the white female
connectors to their matching male connectors and the orange female connector to their matching male connector.
The connectors must fully“click” together.
2. It is normal for the last female white connector to be unconnected to anything else.
3. If there are multiple cables, connect those with matching colors.
Charisma™ SEG Slim Prole Light Box - XSL Series
ELECTRICAL NOTE:
This sign is intended to be
installed in accordance with the
requirements of Article 600 of
the National Electrical Code and/
or other applicable codes. This
includes proper grounding and
bonding of the sign.
Page 2 - Assemble the Frame
First start by assembling corners. There are two brackets per corner. All extrusion sections are numbered to identify which pieces
go together, 1 with 1, 2 with 2, etc.
1. Insert the at L bracket with the 4 set screws into one extrusion segment as shown. Lightly screw into place, DO NOT fully
tighten.
2. Insert the bent bracket into the same extrusion section. Lightly screw into place, DO NOT fully tighten.
3. Take the mating extrusion piece with matching number. Guide the two corner brackets in.
4. Alternately tighten screws at the corner while rocking the extrusion and bracket as needed to get a tight t. Don’t fully tighten
screws until all screws are in. If you have an issue with the screw grabbing the bent corner, try loosening the screw on the other
end and using the screw that is in as a handle to move the bracket until the holes line up.
2.
1.
Light Strip to
Light Strip
First Light Strip to
Power Supply
Power Supply to Plug
Unconnected last female
connector is normal

Page 3 of 6Version: 4
Page 3 - Install Fabric Backer
Most frames will use a fabric backer (optional) to reect light forward to the graphic.
1. Identify the back channel of the extrusion. as shown below.
2. To install the fabric backer in the back of the extrusion, take the corner A with the pull tag on it and press about
6”-10”of silicone into the frame channel. Repeat for the opposite corner B. Repeat for the next corner C. Lastly,
repeat for the nal corner D.
3. After all corners are pressed in, press the silicone into the frame channel at the mid-points on all four sides.
4. Press silicone into frame evenly between the corner and midpoints.
This prevents the fabric backer from bunching up or stretching too much and will ensure a smooth and tight t.
5. To remove the fabric backer from the frame, simply pull up on the pull tag.
Charisma™ SEG Slim Prole Light Box - XSL Series
5.
3.
4.
2.
Apull tag
B
D
C
1. Back channel for
Fabric Backer

Page 4 of 6Version: 4
Page 4 - Mounting
1. WALL MOUNT: Drill mounting holes in the frame as needed, to align with the EXISTING WALL STUDS. Using an X-acto blade
or hole puncher, puncture or cut small holes into the white backing graphic to match the holes just drilled in the frame, then
mount to the wall (Mounting screws and anchors not provided - ensure the appropriate type for your wall).
2. HANG: the frame using the pre-mounted eyebolts, after installing graphic (see next page for graphic installation).
CAUTION: Always ensure the frame is secured strongly without risk of falling before completing the installation.
Charisma™ SEG Slim Prole Light Box - XSL Series
Add hole before
mounting to wall
Wall Mount Holes
are drilled by
customer at time
of installation.
1.
White
Backing
Graphic
Screw
2.

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Page 5 - Install the Graphic
1. Plug frame into wall outlet.
2. To install the graphic, take the corner with the pull tag on it and press about 6”-10”of silicone into the frame channel
corner A. Repeat for the opposite corner B. Repeat for the next corner C. Lastly, repeat for the nal corner D.
3. After all corners are pressed in, press the silicone into the frame channel at the mid-points on all four sides.
4. Press silicone into frame evenly between the corner and midpoints.
This prevents the graphic from bunching up or stretching too much and will ensure a smooth and tight t.
5. To remove the graphic from the frame, simply pull up on the pull tag.
NOTE: Model shown below may dier from your model, but assembly instructions remain the same.
Charisma™ SEG Slim Prole Light Box - XSL Series
2.
4.
3.
5.
Apull tag
B
D
C
1.

Page 6 of 6
Version: 4
Charisma™ SEG Slim Prole Light Box - XSL Series ELECTRICAL NOTE:
This sign is intended to be
installed in accordance with the
requirements of Article 600 of
the National Electrical Code and/
or other applicable codes. This
includes proper grounding and
bonding of the sign.
Maximum light strip connections allowed per ballast /run
9 bulb 9 bulb
9 bulb 9 bulb 4 bulb
Ballast
Ballast
Page 6 - Repair Instructions - Light Replacement:
1. Unplug or turn o the light box (not shown).
2. If possible, take a picture of the full light box with your phone so you see how it is wired, before
removing any lights (not shown). Take note of what each light strip is plugged into. Note that many
lights are only plugged in on one side. Don’t add more lights of each type than box previously had.
3. Unplug the rst non-working light strip male/female connectors at each end.
4. Remove knobs from light strip, then remove the light strip. Glides remain in the frame channel.
5. Place the new light strip onto the frame, in alignment with the frame channel.
6. Place the plastic locking knob in the square hole on the light strip. Turn the knob 90 degrees
clockwise to lock the position. Repeat for the remaining two knobs.
7. Re-snap the connections as on previous light. Remember one side may not connect to anything.
8. Repeat step 3 to 8 with each non-functioning light.
9. Plug in or turn on the light box (not shown).
4.
6.
5. 7.
3.
Lift out light
strip after
disconnected
Channel