XICATO XFL User manual

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DRY
LOCATION
DC
ONLY
XFL Flexible Linear LED
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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XFL Flexible Linear LED Light Installation Instructions
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Simple Connection Steps
Safety and Handling
Wiring and Connection
Wiring Consideration
Layout Options
Connecting, Cutting & Wiring
Mounting Options
Troubleshooting
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Table of Contents

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• Always disconnect the power supply before cutting or connecting Flexible Linear LED light. Never attempt
any work before shutting off the electricity.
• Do not stare directly into LED lights when illuminated.
• Do not expose XFL Flexible Linear LED Lights to direct or indirect moisture.
• Do not crimp light strip tape.
• Unused product should be properly placed and stored in an anti static bag.
Cut along the light strip wherever
a dashed line divides two sets of
positive and negative connection
points.
This product should be installed and serviced in accordance with local and national
electrical code regulations by a qualied, licensed electrician. If you are unclear as to
how to install and wire this product, contact a qualied professional. Failure to follow
safety warnings, and installation instructions will void the warranty for this product.
Peel away a portion of the light strip
adhesive backing at one end. With
the solderless clamp open, slide the
strip end all the way into the solder-
less clamp. Close the hinged clamp.
Remove the remaining ad-
hesive backing and attach
the light strip to the desired
surface.
1 2 3
Note: Polarity symbols should
match on each component.
LED Flex Strip
Contact Here Solderless Clamp
SIMPLE CONNECTION STEPS
XFL Flexible Linear LED Lighting offers an easy and
highly effective way to provide the most in efcient,
attractive accent lighting in a variety of settings
and applications. Here’s how XFL can be ready for
mounting in three easy steps:
• Back Lighting
•Cove Lighting
• Task Lighting
•Display Case Lighting
• Retail Lighting
Applications
• Sign Illumination
•Accent Decor Lighting
•Under Cabinet Lighting
• Automotive Accent Lighting
XFL SAFETY AND HANDLING
OFF

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Power Supply
• Do not connect XFL directly to 120V AC power. This kit requires an UL Listed Class 2 24VDC power supply.
• Apply power to test XFL before mounting.
• Do not power LED tape while coiled on reel.
• Do not connect more than max run length specied in strip specication. It may cause the brightness to be
inconsistent.
• Only use 80% of power supply rated wattage to make sure strip gets enough power and to lengthen the
lifespan of the power supply. Overloading may cause overheating, shorting and possibly re.
Warning: Bending exible linear strip may damage circuit traces. Do not bend exible linear strip tighter than the
maximum bend radius specied in the XFL datasheet.
Prior to Installation
XFL Flexible Linear LED Light Strips are highly versatile and can provide superior lighting accents in a variety of
applications. To maximize the lighting benets of XFL, a few planning/design steps are recommended as the
rst phase in the installation process.
Some general questions to ask in determining which installation design best suits your lighting needs are:
• Where will your power supply be located?
• How will you switch your LED lighting on and off
• What is the best layout conguration for your installation
• How will you run your wiring to your XLF Flexible Linear LED Light?
XFL are designed to provide indirect, accentstyle lighting.
Be sure to install your LED lighting out of direct sight.

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Voltage drop is the normal loss of voltage that occurs as power ows along a wire connection in low voltage systems,
and increases as the length of a wire connection is increased. Wire length and thickness as well as total light wattage
inuence the amount of voltage drop.
VOLTAGE DROP
Recommended Maximum Wire Lengths - Power Supply to Light Strips
22 AWG Wire 18 AWG Wire
Light Strip (Length in Ft.) Wire Length (Max Length in Ft.) Light Strip (Length in Ft.) Wire Length (Max Length in Ft.)
48 ft (14.64 m) 10 ft (3.05 m) 48 ft (14.63 m) 20 ft (6.10 m)
36 ft (10.97 m) 8 ft (2.44 m) 36 ft (10.97 m) 16 ft (4.88 m)
24 ft (7.32 m) 6 ft (1.83 m) 24 ft (7.32 m) 12 ft (3.66 m)
12 ft (3.6 m) 4 ft(1.22 m) 12 ft (3.66 m) 8 ft (2.44 m)
WIRING CONSIDERATIONS
Important factors to consider when designing your lighting system are:
• The total lighting wattage your installation will require.
• The length and size of wiring needed to connect light strips to the power supply.
Use the chart below as a reference to minimize voltage drop.
Light strip is powered directly by a 24V battery, for applications
like boats, RV’s, etc.
Note: Consult your Xicato Sales Rep for Xicato Blutooth Mesh
onnectivity.
3Fuse
Protection
Battery Switch LED Dimmer
24V DC24V DC
WIRING AND CONNECTION
The information and illustrations below offer recommendations for choosing a general design for your application.
Light strip On/Off is controlled by a wall mounted switch.
1
Light strip On/Off/Brightness is controlled by an LED dimmer.
2
Wall
Switch
Switched
AC Outlet
Power Supply
AC Outet
Power Supply LED
Dimmer
24V DC
24V DC

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LAYOUT OPTIONS
Light strips are powered in a continuous “Straight”
run. Strips that are furthest from the power supply
are more likely to exhibit voltage drop.
1
Light strips are powered from a spliced “Centerfeed”
connection. This type of layout tends to produce more
consistent brightness and color between strips.
2
Light strips are powered from a single looped “Loop-
back” connection, which also produces more consis-
tent results. Often used for room perimeter and cove.
3
In the “Array” option, light strip “legs” are individually
powered. Total wattage should be determined so as
not to overload power supply.
4
Power Supply
Positive Contacts Points
Negative Contacts Points
CONNECTING, CUTTING AND WIRING
XFL Flexible Linear LED Strips are designed to be cut at designated cut points only. Lengths are marked at
cutting intervals by lines lying between sets of soldering points, as indicated in the illustration below.

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Using Solderless Clamps/Soldering
There are multiple options for connecting XFL. The
procedure at right illustrates how to connect strips using
solderless clamps.
Though solderless clamping is generally easier to
perform than soldering contacts, in some circcumstances,
soldering contacts may be necessary. For procedures
such as soldering and splicing, it recommended that you
are already familiar with basic wiring skills.
Using Light Strips Interconnects
Another option for quick, easy and exible connection
between LED Light Strips is the Light Strip Interconnect,
shown at right.
Interconnects are a useful option in applications where
you want to easily join light strips over separated
surfaces, such as between kitchen cabinets.
NOTE: Waterproof strip, need to cover the end with a
heat shrink tube or end cap, and seal with glue again.
Connector and driver waterproof IP needs to check with
your supplier.
Lengthening Wiring
For longer wiring needs between XFL Flexbile Linear
LED Light Strips, another op-tion is to splice in longer
lengths of wiring between two solderless clamps, as
shown at right.
Wiring lengths can be increased up to 10 ft(3.05 m),
using 22-18 AWG wiring.
Contact Here
Soldered Contacts
Extend wire lead
up to 10 ft., using
22-18 AWG

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LED mountedCeiling
Flat at least
3/4 in (19.05 mm) from wall
Cabinet
Wall
Ceiling
Light Pattern Light Pattern Light Pattern
Moulding LED mounted for
Ceiling
Cabinet
Wall
Ceiling
Moulding
LED mounted at
Ceiling
Angle for concentrated
cove illumination
Cabinet
Wall
Ceiling
Moulding
MOUNTING OPTIONS
Once you have determined your nal mounting position, clean the surface to assure the self-adhesive backing
will adhere properly. The mounting surface needs to be smooth, dry and free of oils, silicones and dirt particles.
If surface is electrically conductive, isolation between soldering points and mounting surface is necessary. Do not
install LED tape in a location with direct exposure to the sun or where the ambient temperature is outside the
listed temperature range of the product. Although Flexible Linear LED Light Strips can be installed in curved and
irregular spaces, avoid sharp bends or bending on the solder joints as you could damage the light strip. If an
LED is inadvertently damaged and fails to light, the remaining LEDs will continue to operate.
Over Cabinet Lighting
Cove/Crown Molding Lighting
Once you have chosen a lighting conguration and
nished making necessary connections, installing
Light Strips can be as simple as applying them to
the desired surface.
Below are some typical installation techniques for different applications are represented with some general
guidelines to observe.
The backing tape on Flexible Linear LED Light Strips is coated
with a strong adhesive that is intended for a single application
only. Apply only when a lighting location is fully determined.
IMPORTANT
Ceiling
LED mounted
on angle strip
Cabinet
Wall
Ceiling
Ceiling
Cabinet
Wall
Ceiling
Ceiling
Cabinet
Wall
Ceiling
Light Pattern Light Pattern Light Pattern
Light Pattern
Light Pattern

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May 2020, v1.0
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting Quick Guide
Problem Cause Solution
Tape light does not light up.
Power supply not delivering electrical power to
tape.
Make sure the DC power supply is turned on and receiving
power.
Consider testing with a multimeter to ensure tape light is
receiving 24V DC power
Incorrect wiring.
Conrm you have maintained correct polarity (+ to + and - to -)
when joining tape lights as well as when connecting to the 24V
DC power supply. Check connection at every connection point
to ensure polarity is not reversed.
Only part of the tape light is lit. Incorrect wiring or connections not secure.
Check connections to the part of the tape light that is not lit.
Ensure terminal screws or metal prongs of splice connectors
are pierced through tape or contacting tape light solder pads.
Tape lights blink on, then go off.
Your power supply is not adequate for the
length of tape lights you are powering.
Install a higher wattage power supply or reduce watts used by
shortening the lengths of your tape lights.
Overheated power supply. An overheated
power supply will trip the internal auto-reset of
the power supply repeatedly, turning the system
on/off.
Reduce power supply load by shortening the lengths of your
tape lights. Consider relocating power supply to a cooler
location with more free air ow.
LEDs farthest from the power
supply are noticeably dimmer.
Voltage drop from wires running between the
power supply and tape light.
Decrease the length of the 24V DC power feed wires or use
thicker gauge wires between the2 4V DC power supply and
the tape light.
Exceeding tape light maximum series run
length. Use shorter lengths of tape lights.
Tape Light Overheats Ambient temperature above rating. Ensure tape light is installed in environment -4° - 140 °F (-20°
- 60°C)
Voltage input is higher than rated voltage Conrm power supply output is 24V DC.