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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual pg. 1...
  • Page 2 Minleon will make every effort to ensure that the information is correct as possible within the manual. This document is owned by Minleon USA and any use of the information and drawings within this manual must have permission by the owner before using.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

     Connecting Additional Lights  Connecting Lights  Power Considerations  Methods of Connecting Addition Power  How to Connect Additional Minleon RGB Lights  Connecting Lights Using the One Power Supply  Connecting Lights Using Additional Power Supplies  Fault Diagnosis ...
  • Page 4 VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE STARTING WHEN CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING LIGHTS TO THE CONTROLLER THE USER MUST ENSURE THAT POWER IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE CONTROLLER OR PERMANENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR TO THE LIGHTS AND/OR CONTROLLER THAT MAY NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY pg.

  • Page 5: Precautions And Installation Requirements

    The power supply must be able to supply about 30ma per attached light. So for 100 Minleon RGB LED lights (0.03 amps x 100 Minleon RGB lights) you would require a minimum rated 3 amp 12VDC power supply (Minleon additional accessory) 12.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The Minleon Multifunction Mini Controller is a simple to use powerful RGB light controller used for displaying effects on a single string of Minleon RGB Lights (up to 500 lights maximum). It can also control multiple strings of lights using Minleon accessories that allow for thousands of lights to be connected.

  • Page 7: Parts And Connection

    3: Mini Controller 12VDC Power Supply 12VDC 1.5 Amp power supply that can power up to 50 Minleon RGB lights and the controller. (Some kits may come with an outdoor power supply)

  • Page 8: Outdoor Installation

    OUTDOOR INSTALLATION When mounting the controller outside then ensure the controller is mounted from the hook eye with the power socket and USB port facing downward and the cap in place on the USB port if this is not being used. The 12Vdc power supply MUST be plugged into a safe weatherproof location.

  • Page 9: Using The Controllers Functions

    - DO NOT CONNECT & DISCONNECT LIGHTS WHEN CONTROLLER IS PLUGGED INTO POWER Mini Controller Control The multifunction mini controller can have basic control from the controller by using the below function buttons. Play Button Plays next effect. If held down, turns power off and saves effect for next power up.

  • Page 10: Multifunction Mini Controller Remote

    Multifunction Mini Controller Remote The Minleon Multifunction Mini Controller Remote is a 12 key remote that has several basic and advanced features that allow you to take full control of your lights for any occasion by just using the Multifunction Mini Controller Remote.

  • Page 11: Selecting Effects Colors

    SELECTING EFFECT COLORS [a] select up to 3 alternating colors (for example, red-white-blue) Press and hold key ‘C1’, then release when you see red in bulb #1 as you scroll thru the color wheel, repeat for keys ‘C2’ (bulb #2) for white, and ‘C3’ (bulb #3) for blue, when done the light string with be alternating red, white, and blue.

  • Page 12: Connecting Additional Lights

    Minleon accessories. Minleon RGB lights have a female plug at the end so additional RGB lights can be connected. These can be any type of compatible Minleon RGB lights, for example you could have a string of C9 RGB lights and then connect a string of C7 RGB lights to have two different types of lights connected to the one Multifunction Mini Controller.

  • Page 13: How To Connect Additional Minleon Rgb Lights

    How to Connect Additional Minleon RGB Lights Each string of Minleon RGB Lights has both a male and a female plug, the male is the input side and the female is the output side. To connect, remove the weatherproof plug from the female plug at the end of the string and then connect the male input plug for the second string to the female plug of the first string.

  • Page 14: Fault Diagnosis

    FAULT DIAGNOSIS Many faults can be easily diagnosed by following the appropriate instructions in the table below.  Check that the 12VDC power supply is connected to 1 No Lights are Working the controller and that the power supply is plugged into the power outlet and turned on.

  • Page 15: Connection Options

    RGB light strings, Triklits, Modules, Strip and RGB Tubes. Any of the Minleon RGB light series can be combined for any situation, from a single string for a Christmas tree all the way up to lighting buildings, and interior accent lighting.

  • Page 16: 4: Multiple Strings

    Each string on each T-Way will mimic each other so all strings connected will do the same thing. This is useful for using the Minleon Multifunction Mini Controller for accent, building or garden lighting or for extending the lighting connected using the one control...

  • Page 17: 6: Strings Connected Through The Data Extenders

    6: Strings Connected through the Data Extender Lights can be connected up to 300 feet away from the Minleon Multifunction Mini Controller using the optional Minleon Data Extender, Minleon Power Supply and Power-T Supplied 1.5 amp Data Extender power supply...

  • Page 18: Controlling The Mini Controller From A Computer

    FROM A COMPUTER USING LIGHTSHOW PRO Introduction The Minleon Advanced Multifunction Mini Controller can be connected to and controlled by a computer using sequencing software so you can have full control of your lights. The software allows you to create synchronised musical shows using Minleons LightShow Pro sequencing software.

  • Page 19: Installing The Mini Controllers Drivers

    Installing the Mini Controller Drivers The Minleon Advanced Multifunction Mini Controller requires drivers to be installed to be able to be used with Minleons LightShow Pro sequencing and control software. This will enable the advanced controller to work as a Enttec DMX Pro USB device.

  • Page 20: Minleon Accessories

    MINLEON ACCESSORIES Minleon have a number of accessories to allow various installation options which increases the flexibility of the Minleon Multifunction Mini Controller and Lights. Spacer Cords A range of extension cords for either extending the distance from the controller to the first light or for linking lights together.
  • Page 21 100ft 4 core Spacer/Extension Due to voltage drop over long distances it is recommended to use a Power-T Injector Adaptor after the receiver unit so that enough voltage can be supplied to the Minleon RGB lights 16 Port Signal Amplifier...
  • Page 22 This allows for thousands of lights to be connected to a single Minleon NDB. This can be a big advantage for covering large areas with one controller. Of course power considerations need to be taken into account.

  • Page 23: Minleon Rgb Lights

    MINLEON RGB LIGHTS RGB String Light Series Minleon RGB lights come in a wide variety of types that can be mixed and matched. All Minleon RGB lights are 36bit RGB color* (12 bit per color) and are available as standard with 12 inch spacing 25 to a string in green, black and white string colour.
  • Page 24 Minleon also have a range of fantastic RGB lights that will work with the Minleon Multifunction Mini Controller to allow you to mix and match for any occasion or area. Double Sided RGB Snow Tubes The Minleon double sided snow tubes are perfect for hanging...
  • Page 25 Minleon will make every effort to ensure that the information is correct as possible within the manual. This document is owned by Minleon USA and any use of the information and drawings within this manual must have permission by the owner before using.

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