Acclaim Lighting AL Dot, User Manual

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EXTENDING AL DOT RUNS
Due to the limited current carrying capacity of the internal power buses, runs of AL Dot
fixtures must not exceed 100 feet / 50 units when they are directly connected to each other
(less when link cables are also used - see page 7). Where more AL Dots / longer runs
are required, you can either arrange separate parallel runs of fixtures, or use the optional
T-cable [AGDT1] from Acclaim Lighting. The T-cable can be applied between separate 100
feet (or less) runs; its job is to continue the DMX control connections while terminating and
replacing the power input with a new source.
Note: The preferred method is to use separate parallel runs as the reliable limits of DMX operation
may be exceeded if too many fixtures are connected to a single, unbuffered control line.
End of previous AL Dot
run - powered from
original 24VDC source
Beginning of new (up to) 50 AL Dot
run - powered from new 24VDC
source, via the T-cable
T-cable: continues the DMX
control connection while
terminating and replacing
the power connection
Protect the
connections
in a junction
box with
appropriate
ingress
protection
Where the T-cable body needs to be
secured, we recommend the use of a
standard 3/4” pipe strap:
3/4” pipe strap
(not supplied)
T-cable lengths:
Connector to connector - 12” (305mm)
Center point to bare tails - 12” (305mm)