Extending Al Dot Runs - Acclaim Lighting AL Dot User Manual

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.
T-cable lengths:
Connector to connector - 12" (305mm)
Center point to bare tails - 12" (305mm)
End of previous AL Dot
run - powered from
original 24VDC source
Where the T-cable body needs to be
secured, we recommend the use of a
standard 3/4" pipe strap:
8
T-cable: continues the DMX
control connection while
terminating and replacing
the power connection
Beginning of new (up to) 50 AL Dot
run - powered from new 24VDC
source, via the T-cable
3/4" pipe strap
(not supplied)
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Protect the
connections
in a junction
box with
appropriate
ingress
protection