Installation Instructions
Table of Contents
Important Installation Notes
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System Contents
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Introduction to SQUARE Light Sheets
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Care & Handling Guidelines
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System Layout
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Example Installation
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Installation
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1. Mounting SQUARE
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2. Cutting SQUARE
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3. Disassembly of SQUARE (If Required)
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4. Mounting the Driver Enclosure
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5. Wiring the System – General Instructions
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5.1 Wiring the System – Single Run
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5.2 Wiring the System – Multiple runs
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Troubleshooting
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Product Support
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Additional Layout Information
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Important Installation Notes
Please read instructions prior to installation.
Installation must be completed by a qualified electrician in accordance with all national and local electrical
and construction codes.
Ensure power is off prior to installation.
SQUARE light sheets are dry location rated only.
SQUARE light sheets must be powered by a Cooledge approved Class 2 constant voltage LED Driver.
Using a non-approved power source could damage the system and will void the warranty.
DO NOT DISCARD the contents of the install kit.
All components will be needed to perform the installation.
System Contents
SQUARE Light Sheet
Extension Cable With Crimp Connectors
P/N: EXT-CBL-WLxxxx-y
Cable Harness with Molex connector
P/N: 10-0680
LED Driver
Starter Cable with Molex connector
P/N: 10-0306
Insulating Patches
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Introduction to SQUARE Light Sheets
SQUARE light sheets provide a flexible means of illuminating large areas. Sheets can be connected in series using
snap connectors and can be installed on both flat and curved surfaces.
Snap connectors
(termination end)
Side rails
Side rail post
(far side)
Holes for mounting screws
LEDs
Cut lines
Side rail alignment slot
Snap connectors
(input end)
Care and Handing Guidelines
Always handle SQUARE light sheets by the plastic rails running the length of the sheet on both sides.
Avoid handling, scraping, rubbing or wiping the front surface of the sheet. Although the LEDs and drive
components are bonded strongly to the plastic base material, it is possible to remove them or damage the
electrical connection if not handled with care.
Avoid penetrating the active area of the sheet for any reason.
As with all electronics, light sheets are susceptible to damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Where
possible avoid situations that are conducive to creating static.
Avoid creasing or repeated flexing of SQUARE sheets as this may cause separation in the traces of the
electrical circuits located on the surface of the sheets.
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System Layout
Before starting installation carefully consider your system layout:
A maximum of eighteen (18) 600lm or thirty-six (36) 300lm SQUARE light sheets may be powered from
a 90 watt driver.
No more than nine (9) 600lm rated or thirteen (13) 300lm rated light sheets may be connected in series
(eg. in a single “run”).
Each SQUARE illuminates a 12”x12” area.
The side rails of SQUARE sheets hook together for alignment. SQUARE sheets are joined electrically by
attaching the two sets of snap connectors.
Example Installation
The installation below shows two runs of SQUARE light sheets. Each run consists of three SQUARE sheets
connected in series.
Run Termination End
Row #1
Row #2
Row #3
Run Input End
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Run #2
Installation
1. Mounting SQUARE Light Sheets
1. Beginning at the input end of a run, position the first SQUARE where required, with the posts in the rails
pointing to where the second SQUARE will be located. It is recommended to begin at the input end of the run and to work towards the termination end.
2. Attach the SQUARE to the substrate with screws or tape as preferred.
Attachment Using Screws
Four (4) #6 or M4 screws are required, one at each corner of the SQUARE . It is recommended to
use nylon washers to allow for expansion/contraction of the rails.
Attachment Using Adhesive Tape
Place a ½” wide strip of double-sided adhesive tape (eg. 3M VHB type) underneath the full length of
each of the side rails.
Double-sided adhesive tape
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3. Slide the next SQUARE under the rails of the first until the posts of the first SQUARE engage the slots in
the rails of the second SQUARE. Ensure that the flexible tabs on the first SQUARE sit on top of the
second. The correct spacing is set with the two SQUARE sheets as far apart as the slots allow. The slots
allow a small degree of rotation to correct for misalignment.
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4. Once the second SQUARE is aligned correctly, attach it in place with screws or tape
5. Make the electrical connection between the two SQUARE sheets by gently pressing the snap connectors
on the overhanging tabs down until they click together.
6. Repeat steps 3, 4 and 5 until the run is complete.
7. Add additional runs of SQUARE sheets as required. The recommended spacing for parallel runs is 12”
center to center.
8. Cut the tabs and the unused rail hooks off of the top row of squares as shown below.
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9. Place insulating patches over region of exposed SQUARE sheet where tabs were cut, as shown below
10. If cutting SQUARE sheets to length, only cut the sheets at the termination end of the run. Refer to the
“Cutting SQUARE sheets” section for details.
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Cutting SQUARE Light Sheets
As shown in the System Layout section, SQUARE sheets may be cut to shorter lengths if required. The cut SQUARE
must always be placed at the termination end of a run as it can no longer be connected to an additional SQUARE.
To cut the SQUARE, use sharp scissors or snips to carefully cut along the white line indicated by the scissor symbol.
The plastic rails are notched at these points to aid cutting.
2.2"
4.6"
7"
9.4"
A SQUARE can be cut to give 12” wide x lengths of approx. 2.2”, 4.6”, 7” or 9.4”.
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After cutting, the exposed edges of the electrical conductors must be insulated with the supplied insulating
patches. These must be wrapped around both cut edges of the SQUARE as shown below:
3. Disassembly of SQUARE Light Sheets (If Required)
CAUTION – the snap connectors are not intended for repeated connections. If it is necessary to
separate the sheets after the snap connectors have been mated together, it can be done as follows:
Press down on the side rails as shown, immediately above and below the snap connector
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Grip the tab between the thumb and index finger. Gently separate the sheets while keeping the side
rails restrained
4. Mounting the Driver Enclosure
Cooledge LED drivers are supplied in UL Listed NEMA enclosures. Use appropriate fasteners to mount
the enclosure using the holes provided
If enclosure is to be recessed in a wall or ceiling, ensure proper access is available during installation to
enable correct installation.
5. Wiring the System - General Instructions
WARNING – Do not connect the AC power directly to the SQUARE.
Connect the red and black wires of the 18 AWG jacketed Starter Cable to the color-coded DC
outputs of the LED Driver via use of wire-nut. Refer to the driver/power supply label for correct
terminal connections.
WARNING – Connecting red to black or vice-versa while powered may cause permanent damage to
the SQUARE light sheet!
Incoming DC power can only be supplied from the input end of the SQUARE! The sheet will not operate if power is supplied to the output end.
If Optional 0-10V Dimmer is used, refer to wiring and operational instructions supplied with the dimmer.
Connect the AC input to the Driver using methods which meet all applicable regulatory and
installation codes.
A maximum of nine (9) 600lm rated and thirteen (13) 300lm rated SQUARE light sheetsmay be
connected in a single run.
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5.1 Wiring the System - Single Run
Disconnect power to the system.
Connect the wire harness to the SQUARE at the input end of the run by clicking together the
snap connectors.
Connect the starter cable to the wire harness.
If the starter cable is not long enough to reach the driver an extension cable may be used. Attach the
starter cable wires to the extension cable wires using the supplied crimp connectors. The black wire
from the starter cable connects to the black wire from the extension cable. The red wire from the
starter cable connects to the red wire from the extension cable.
Connect the extension cable to the outputs of the driver using wire nuts.
SQUARE LIGHT SHEETS
GREY
VIOLET
DIMMER
OPTIONAL - BY OTHERS
WIRE HARNESS
LINE
VIOLET
BLACK
NEUTRAL
WHITE
GREEN/YELLOW
GREY
DRIVER
RED
BLACK
EARTH
WIRE
NUT
ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE
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EXTENSION
CABLE
(IF REQUIRED)
STARTER
CABLE
CRIMP
CONNECTOR
5.2 Wiring the System - Multiple Runs
Disconnect power to the system.
Connect a wire harness to the SQUARE at the input end of each run by clicking together the
snap connectors.
Connect a starter cable to each wire harness.
If the starter cables are not long enough to reach the driver an extension cable may be used. Attach
the starter cable wires to the extension cable wires using the supplied crimp connectors. The black
wire from each starter cable connects to the black wire from the extension cable. The red wire from
each starter cable connects to the red wire from the extension cable.
Connect the extension cable to the outputs of the driver using wire nuts.
SQUARE LIGHT SHEETS
GREY
VIOLET
DIMMER
OPTIONAL - BY OTHERS
WIRE HARNESS
LINE
VIOLET
BLACK
NEUTRAL
WHITE
GREEN/YELLOW
STARTER
CABLE
GREY
DRIVER
WIRE HARNESS
RED
BLACK
EARTH
WIRE
NUT
ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE
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EXTENSION
CABLE
(IF REQUIRED)
STARTER
CABLE
CRIMP
CONNECTOR
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Troubleshooting
If the SQUARE light sheets do not illuminate when power is applied:
Check to ensure all electrical connections have been made.
Check to ensure that the black and red wires have been correctly matched.
If a single LED or one section of LEDs on a SQUARE does not illuminate:
The circuit for those LEDs has likely been damaged and the SQUARE should be replaced
Product Support
Contact Cooledge Technical Support at:
T: 1.844.455.4448 (toll free); +1.604.682.2665
E: [email protected]
Limited Product Warranty
COOLEDGE warrants that the PRODUCTS manufactured, distributed or sold by it will (i) be free of any claim of
ownership by third parties, (ii) be conforming to the Specifications and free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, handling, warehousing and service. The warranty period specified in the COOLEDGE
Warranty Terms and Conditions for the PRODUCTS will be for a period of 5 years from the shipment date of any
PRODUCTS sold by COOLEDGE.
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Additional Layout Information
600lm SQUARE - Maximum Circuit Capacity and Wire Lengths
Maximum 18 sheets total (6x3 configuration only)
Remote Driver Distance (ft.)
600lm
Maximum Number of Sheets Per Run Length
Product
1 run
2 runs
3 runs
4 runs
5 runs
6 runs
Configuration
2x9
3x6
600 lm
9
9
6
4
3
3
16 AWG
9
19
22
14 AWG
14
31
35
12 AWG
22
49
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90W Driver
600lm - 18 sheets
(3 runs x 6 sheets)
90W Driver
4 x 4.4
600lm - 18 sheets
(2 runs x 9 sheets)
600lm - 17.6 sheets
(4 runs x 4.4 sheets)
90W Driver
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300lm SQUARE - Maximum Circuit Capacity and Wire Lengths
Maximum 36 sheets total (6x 6 configuration only)
Remote Driver Distance (ft.)
300lm
Maximum Number of Sheets Per Run Length
Product
300 lm
1 run
13
2 runs
12
3 runs
10
4 runs
8
5 runs
6 runs
7
6
300lm - 24 sheets
(2 runs x 12 sheets )
90W Driver
Configuration
2 x 12
4x8
16 AWG
15
15
8
14 AWG
24
24
13
12 AWG
38
38
20
300lm - 32 sheets
(4 runs x 8 sheets)
300lm - 36 sheets
(6 runs x 6 sheets)
90W Driver
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6x6
16
90W Driver
Additional SQUARE Layout Information
SQUARE - Partial Sheet Sizes
Some applications may require that the SQUARE light sheets be trimmed and rotated 90°
to fill spaces smaller that a full sheet. In this case the wiring layout may require the
connections be made on 2 sides of the grid.
Driver
Driver
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