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- Page 1 INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL EXPLORE SERIES E3 Colours DMX L I G H T. Y E A R S A H E A D . WWW.OCEANLED.COM OceanLED MAN-000051 / EXPLORE SERIES / E3 COLOURS DMX / REVISION 1.1...
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Page 2: Risk Of Electric Shock Or Electrocution
Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in property damage, severe injury or even death. Before installing your OceanLED Light, check local laws for restrictions regarding the use of coloured lights in your area. Do not operate lights out of water for a period longer than 5 minutes followed by an OFF period of at least 1 hour. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
4.6 Test Your Installation ............................. 19 5 Operation / Maintenance .............................. 20 5.1 DC Switch Control ..............................20 5.2 OceanLED DMX Control ............................20 5.3 Maintenance ................................21 5.4 Replacement Parts ..............................22 5.5 Light Cartridge Removal – Single Mounting Tube ....................23 5.6 Light Cartridge Removal –... -
Page 4: Installation Checklist
INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL Installation Checklist 1. Decide on light spacing – OceanLED recommendations available. Rear of lights must never be exposed to wet environments inside the hull. See page 14 for optional Rear Enclosure. 2. Ensure correct cable gauge is used (refer to relevant cable gauge chart). -
Page 5: Overview
EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL Overview Identifying your model Explore E3 Colours DMX Packaging contents BOX CONTENTS E3 Colours DMX Light & Cable In-line Fuse Kit Explore XFM Clamping Kit Explore Removal Tool Kit Installation Manual... - Page 6 EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL Product components breakdown A- Light Unit C- Locking D- Compression E- Clamping ring washer clips + bolts B- Rear washer Explore E3 Colours DMX Power Source Requirements Most installations will utilize on-board 12/24V DC power supply from a marine battery. If AC power is being used on the vessel, an Explore AC Power Kit must be purchased.
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Page 7: Preparing The Hull
Additionally, please consult the manufacturer for more detailed information regarding modifications and installation procedures. If lights are to be fitted to a conductive or wooden hull, an Isolation Kit must be used. Contact OceanLED for additional details. DELRIN ISOLATION KIT Isolation of the metal parts of the Explore XFM Series Light from conductive or wooden hulls to prevent galvanic corrosion issues. -
Page 8: Installation
OceanLED must be contacted prior to any light cartridge being removed from the mounting tube. OceanLED recommends dry fitting all products. When installing, be sure that the light fits the area and secures to the hull using the appropriate hardware before applying any sealant. -
Page 9: Installation Overview
EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL Installation Overview Exploded view of standard assembly Exploded view of the assembly with the Delrin Isolation Kit... - Page 10 3. To ensure the correct light orientation, please follow these steps: Position the light with the red arrow sticker ③ on the rear lid pointing up, perpendicular to the waterline. When viewing from the front, make sure the OceanLED logo ② remains horizontal with the waterline. ③ Red Arrow...
- Page 11 EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL 4. Feed the light cable through the hole in the hull and insert the complete light unit ④ (mounting tube assembly + light cartridge) into the hull ⑤, pressing the light hard into the hull and twist slightly to spread the sealant behind the light to ensure good adhesion.
- Page 12 EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL ⑨ ⑦ ⑧ 7. Use a 5mm Allen key to tighten the locking screws, ensuring that you apply thread lock at the point where the threads make contact with the locking ring. Apply a torque of 2Nm. Take care not to over-tighten the locking screws, as this could potentially damage the mounting tube.
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Page 13: Installing The Light Fixture (Hull Thickness Above 55Mm)
Extension Kit Includes Mounting Tube Compression Tube Additional items required not supplied by OceanLED: • Thread lock - Loctite 243 or equivalent. Attach the mounting tube extension kit to the rear of the standard light mounting tube, and subsequently follow the instructions provided in section 4.1. - Page 14 EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL 3. Insert the compression tube ⑥ into the mounting tube extension ⑤ and carefully slide it down until it reaches the light cartridge, ensuring it is fully inserted into the tube ⑦. ⑤...
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Page 15: Installation Of Optional Rear Enclosure
INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL 4.3 INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL REAR ENCLOSURE The OceanLED Explore Series XFM Rear Enclosure is designed to provide enhanced protection from temporary submersion inside the hull, making it ideal for installations that require increased protection. The Enclosure can be easily retrofitted to existing Explore XFM installations or incorporated into new installations. -
Page 16: Electrical Installation
*Optional 4-Way Junction box – simple fused Junction Box for splitting and distributing DC power (12/24V DC), available from OceanLED. Please contact OceanLED or your representative for further information. **Optional 2-Way DMX Junction box, for splitting and distributing DC power (12/24V DC) and DMX signals, available from OceanLED. Please contact OceanLED or your representative for further information. - Page 17 DMX controller, the cable from the light to the junction box cannot be extended. OceanLED recommends using a 2-way DMX Junction Box for efficient distribution of power and the DMX signal.
- Page 18 2. To ensure proper protection of the cable/light unit, it is imperative to either fit the OceanLED supplied fuse to the power circuit of each light or use a suitable protection device. Additionally, it is important to ensure correct polarity.
- Page 19 EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL Example of the DC Installation - E3 Colours DMX with the OceanLED 2-Way Junction Box Details how to connect the DMX control device can be found in the product installation manual attached with the device.
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Page 20: Finalising The Installation
The glass is pre-coated with a specialized Tritonium® coating which makes the surface of the glass lens a non-stick layer. OceanLED does not recommend that bottom paint or any type of anti-fouling agent is applied to the glass and/or bezel, as damage may occur due to chemical incompatibility. However, if bottom painting of the bezel is... -
Page 21: Operation / Maintenance
5.2 OCEANLED DMX CONTROL To enable DMX control of all lights, the OceanLED 2-way DMX Junction Box must be used. Each junction box can power and control a maximum of two E3 Colours DMX lights. If the installation consists of more than two lights, additional DMX Junction Boxes will be required. -
Page 22: Dmx Addressing
Marine growth can accumulate rapidly on the light, leading to a decrease in performance within a few weeks. To prevent this, all OceanLED lights are coated with a specialized Tritonium® coating, which creates a non-stick layer on the glass lens surface. It is recommended to clean the lights biweekly using a boat brush or a similar tool to keep the lens clean. -
Page 23: Replacement Parts
The light source of this luminaire (light cartridge) shall only be replaced by the manufacturer or his service agent or a similar qualified person. If the external flexible cable of this unit is damaged, contact your local OceanLED representative to arrange for replacement (cable must only be replaced by OceanLED, service agent or a similar qualified person). -
Page 24: Light Cartridge Removal - Single Mounting Tube
INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL 5.5 LIGHT CARTRIDGE REMOVAL – SINGLE MOUNTING TUBE Before proceeding with this operation, you MUST seek permission from either OceanLED or your OceanLED representative. DO NOT remove the light cartridge from the mounting tube during installation. The light cartridge MUST remain fitted inside the mounting tube throughout the installation process to prevent the introduction of potential contaminants that could damage the product. -
Page 25: Light Cartridge Removal - Extended Mounting Tube
INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL 5.6 LIGHT CARTRIDGE REMOVAL – EXTENDED MOUNTING TUBE Before proceeding with this operation, you MUST seek permission from either OceanLED or your OceanLED representative. DO NOT remove the light cartridge from the mounting tube during installation. The light cartridge MUST remain fitted inside the mounting tube throughout the installation process to prevent the introduction of potential contaminants that could damage the product. - Page 26 EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL ③ ② ④ Not engaged ⑤ 6. Twist the tool ⑦ to engage the screw heads. Once the screw heads are engaged ⑥ twist and pull the tool outwards ⑧ to extract the light. ⑥...
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Page 27: Light Cartridge Installation
Do not use any lubricant substances to facilitate the insertion of the light cartridge into the mounting tube. If assistance is needed during the insertion, OceanLED recommends using a small amount of Isopropyl Alcohol sprayed onto the O-Ring on the back of the light cartridge. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
Light will require warranty - Contact your dealer Check integrity of lens replacing for a replacement light. Only use genuine OceanLED parts Check connections to make sure Light will require This is not covered by the they are not submerged in water... - Page 29 Check that there is power supplied and rectified. If no external Replace fuse. to the light cable connection. short can be located contact your local OceanLED representative. Check that the DMX electrical DMX not connections between the DMX connected or poor Remake connection.
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Page 30: Appendix
EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL Appendix 7.1 OVERALL DIMENSIONS Standard option Extended option... -
Page 31: Accessories
EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL 7.2 ACCESSORIES 4 WAY DC POWER JUNCTION BOX P/N: #019901 Simple fused Junction Box for splitting and distributing DC power (12/24V DC). Provides 1x DC power input and 4x individually fused independent outputs. 2-WAY DMX JUNCTION BOX P/N: #013205 DMX and Power distribution box for the SPORT Colours DMX and E3 Colours... -
Page 32: Essential Test
Perform this bonding check after installation of the light and before moving the vessel back into the water. Refer to bonding information in the installation sections in this manual. If in doubt, please contact OceanLED. 1. Connect the light assembly to the cathodic protection system as explained in Section 4. -
Page 33: Cable Gauge Chart 12V
EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL 7.4 CABLE GAUGE CHART 12V Supply & Return Cable Conductor Size Chart 3% drop for when using 12V DC supply Cable Cable Circuit Current length length (feet)* (m)** 2 Amp 4 Amp 6 Amp 8 Amp 10 Amp... -
Page 34: Cable Gauge Chart 24V
EXPLORE E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL 7.5 CABLE GAUGE CHART 24V Supply & Return Cable Conductor Size Chart 3% drop for when using 24V DC supply Cable Cable Circuit Current length length (feet)* (m)** 2 Amp 4 Amp 6 Amp 8 Amp 10 Amp... -
Page 35: Installation Of 2-Way Dmx Junction Box
For the latest specifications of the lights being used, please refer to the spec sheet available at www.oceanled.com. 3. Insert the bare ends of the wires into the screw terminal ②, ensuring correct polarity (usually red for positive and black for negative). - Page 36 6. Loosen the DMX In cable gland cap ⑦, pass the DMX cable through the gland, and connect it to the DMX In screw terminal ⑧ in the correct order. Tighten the screws and secure the cable gland. OceanLED DMX Link Cable connections: Light 1 / Light 2...
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Page 40: Warranty
E3 Colours DMX INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL Warranty Please remove this page and keep for your files For technical assistance: Europe: service@oceanled.com The Americas: warranty@oceanledusa.com Warranty Serial Code(s): 2023 Ocean LED Marine LTD Ocean LED Marine LTD Ocean LED USA LLC...
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