XICATO XFL User manual

XFL Flexible Linear LED
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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and electronics that enable architects, designers and building managers to create
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Safety and Handling
Basic Installation Instructions
Wiring and Connection
Wiring Considerations
Layout Options
Troubleshooting
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Water Resistant Flexible Linear LED Lighting is easy to install in straight, curved and irregular spaces with
humid or outdoor conditions. Using high performance solid state lighting technology, light output, color
accuracy and LED brightness, XFL can create warm and relaxing environments or bright task lighting.
Please read these guidelines completely before installing.
It is important to read these guidelines completely to understand how the product works, and how it can be
congured, cut to size, connected, and installed so you can design your LED lighting layout. Installing exible
linear lighting is easy, however basic wiring skills such as stripping, splicing, extending, and connecting wires
are required.
This product operates on low voltage 24V DC power. 24V DC power supplies are sold separately in different
wattages. Note: Polarity symbols should match on input cables.
• 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.
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.
XFL SAFETY AND HANDLING
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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.

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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.
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.
Cut to Size
Cut along the tape where a line
divides two sets of positive and
negative connection pads.
Apply Silicone Adhesive
Fill the end cap halfway with a non-acidic
neutral silicone sealant. If sealing the wired
side of the LED tape, place a small puddle of
adhesive where the wires connect to the strip.
Attach IP67 End Cap
Insert the end cap on the end of the
strip until the back wall of the end
cap is touching the end of the strip.
Allow Adhesive to Cure
Allow 24hrs for the silicone
sealant to fully cure.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR RE-SEALING IP67 XFL TAPE
Solder Input Cables
Solder the lead wires to the
tape light, keeping the correct
polarity.
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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
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.
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.
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ProtectionBattery 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.
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Light strip On/Off/Brightness is controlled by an LED dimmer.
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Wall
Switch
Switched
AC Outlet
Power Supply
AC Outet
Power Supply LED
Dimmer
24V DC
24V DC
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)
Use the chart below as a reference to minimize voltage drop.

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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.
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Light strips are powered from a spliced “Centerfeed”
connection. This type of layout tends to produce more
consistent brightness and color between strips.
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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.
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In the “Array” option, light strip “legs” are individually
powered. Total wattage should be determined so as
not to overload power supply.
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Power Supply

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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.