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FAQ’S
What is a SmartPanel? A SmartPanel is an LED edge lit acrylic etched panel that is
used with an architectural flip frame to illuminate graphic and advertising images.
What is the advantage of an LED lit panel? SmartPanels use less energy than their
traditional fluorescent counterparts, last longer and are more compact. In addition to all
of these advantages, they also produce more brightness and better uniformity across the
graphic image. Flip frames allow for quick graphic exchanges.
Why should I specify an Insight SmartPanel? While there are many framed sign
products on the market and many of them offered online from overseas vendors, none
match the combination of high lighting performance with the integrity of manufacturing.
Our LED platforms are housed in the highest quality architectural frames to offer the
designer a long lasting, sustainable solution to their signage needs. While most sign
manufacturers are content to offer cheaper solutions with lower brightness, uniformity,
and abbreviated life expectancy, we do not. Insight LED platforms are designed to last
for ten years or more with little dilution in performance, we are the only manufacturer to
offer an integral power supply option, to make the installation as simple as possible.
What is the energy consumption of the SmartPanel products. Consumption depends
on the size and performance of the panel required. All Insight SmartPanels are
comprised of one foot long platforms using 9 watts of energy per foot.
What is the thickness of your SmartPanel? The Insight SPD series is 2 ¼ inch deep to
accommodate the integral power supplies. The SPA series is 1 inch deep and utilizes a
remote power supply.
What is the largest size the SmartPanel is offered in? We manufacture the SmartPanel
SPD series in 15 standard sizes up to 48”x 96” with a nominal dimension of 50 by 98
inclusive of the aluminum frame.
Can SmartPanels be dimmed? No, the present product cannot be dimmed.
Are SmartPanels UL listed? All SmartPanels come with a UL/CUL listing, UL48.
How are SmartPanels mounted? There are two preferred methods of installing the
SmartPanel products to the wall. One is the Z bracket that can be pre-mounted to the
wall structure allowing the simple hanging and securing of the sign to the bracket. The
sign is available with direct bolt thru as an option.
Can SmartPanels be used outdoors? No, the SmartPanels are listed for indoor use
only.
What is the warranty of the SmartPanel? There is a two year limited warranty on
fixture replacement or repair. Warranty is void if the fixture is disassembled or
compromised.
Can I order a two sided sign panel? Yes, although it is not a cataloged item, we can
build two products with a mounting plate to allow various suspended mountings.
SmartPanel
SmartPanel: A family of Architectural LED Signage Products.
SmartPanels are architecturally designed, sustainable illuminated panels
integrated with high performance LED platforms that create graphic
presentations of the highest integrity.
Features & Benefits
Lower maintenance costs
LED platforms considerably reduce maintenance costs compared to typical
fluorescent sign products. 50,000 - 70,000 hours estimated life versus 10,000
hours life for fluorescent lamps.
High luminous intensity
State of the art engraved, luminous acrylic sheets integrated with high power LED
platforms create significantly more flux (cd/m2), and uniformity than traditional
sign products or other low wattage LED offerings. These increased values equate
to greater brightness and depth on the graphic.
Reduced energy load
SmartPanels consume 30-40% less energy, regardless of size, than typical
fluorescent sign panels, making them an excellent choice for energy conscious
applications.
Rapid graphic replacement
Tool-less and lockable entry of the flip frame allows for easy and simple
replacement of graphic images.
Size options
Panels are available in 15 standard sizes up to 48”x 96” and custom sizes.
Finish options
Mounting frames are available in 5 standard finishes and custom RAL powder
coat colors.
Power supplies
High quality aluminum extruded mounting frames are available with integral or
remote 24v power supplies for simple panel installation.
UL48 listed
All Insight SmartPanel products carry appropriate UL listings for signage.
SmartPanel
SmartPanel: A family of Architectural LED Signage Products
SmartPanels are architecturally designed, sustainable illuminated panels
integrated with high performance LED platforms that create graphic
presentations of the highest integrity.
Product Specifications
•
Light Source: 9 watts/foot, high power .5 watt white LEDs
•
Performance: 36”x 48” 5500k white: Flux 506 Ave.
Uniformity 1.7 : 1
•
White Light Temperatures: 2800K, 3400K, 4200K, 5500K (default)
•
Sizes: SPD Series: 15 standard sizes up to 48” x 96” single face only
SPA Series: 11 standard sizes up to 36” x 72” single face only
* double face signs consult factory
•
Housing: 3 piece extruded aluminum frame with mitered corners, concealed
hardware and hinges. RAL powder coat colors as specified.
•
Panel Versions: SPD panel = 2 ¼” offset with 2 ¼” flip frame that
accommodates integral power supply enclosure
SPA panel = 1” offset with 1 ¾” flip frame with remote
UL listed power supply.
•
Mountings: Wall mount “z” mounting brackets can be pre-installed allowing for
quick and easy installation. Direct bolt thru mounting available.
•
Weight: SPD series - 4.5 lbs per square foot
SPA series - 4.3 lbs per square foot
•
Listing: UL/CUL-UL48 as a system.
Electrical Specifications
•
Power supply: 120/277-24v DC power supplies provided.
SPD series for integral power supply fits in back of panel
SPA series requires remote mounting of power supply
•
Options: cord and plug available upon request
•
Load: 18-144 watts depending on panel size and lighting performance required
•
Feed location: as required
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TM
a m e m b e r o f t h e s m a rt e d g e tm
fa m i ly o f d i g i ta l l e d p r o d u c t s
SmartPanel TM
The search for architectural illuminated signage has historically been a challenge
for the design consultant. Traditional sign boxes, or back lit fluorescent products
have been bulky, inefficient, and often come with expensive maintenance contracts.
Other technologies, like cold cathode or edge lit T5HO lamps have reduce the bulk
of the box, but have not enhanced the quality of the lighted surface. Today’s graphic
designers demand performance, and today’s building owners demand efficiency!
Introducing SmartPanel TM , Insight Lighting’s revolutionary family of architectural
signage products. These LED edge-lit products combine Insight’s LED high
performance platforms with custom etched acrylic panels to create the industry’s most
brilliant luminous surfaces. The result is a series of sleek designer flip frames that
create 1 to 1 panel uniformity, and also lowers the operating costs. The industry's
most energy efficient solution to graphic illumination!
Whether the application calls for wayfinding, corporate signage, or advertising
promotional graphics, Insight’s SmartPanel T M delivers your message boldly.
SmartPanel TM ; designed with quality and efficiency to insure your client years of
maintenance free operation, that’s smart design. That’s SmartPanel T M !
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SmartWallTM
WayFinding
SmartPanelTM
SmartPanel
TM
a m e m b e r o f t h e s m a rt e d g e tm
fa m i ly o f d i g i ta l l e d p r o d u c t s
■ Sleek designer flip frames provides for ease of graphic exchange
■ Custom engraved acrylic provides 1 to 1 uniformity
■ Integral power supplies
■ With any luminous surface of significant size, luminance becomes illuminating
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THE INSIGHT LED TECHNOLOGY
There are many choices available to the manufacturer for the control of LED’s used in
illumination. Suffice to say, that whatever the application or industry, the enemy of an
LED is heat, condensation and electrostatic discharge (ESD). Continued exposure to
all or any of these environments impacts longevity and performance.
The manner in
which heat is dissipated, the LED's are protected from condensation and the chosen
manufacturing process, is what differentiates serious manufacturers from one another.
Imbedded science, sealed electronics and a controlled manufacturing process are the
benchmarks of Insight's digital family of products.
Insight LED lighting fixtures, whether SmartEdge T M , Architectural Wayfinding or TRE'O TM
digital LED products employ a combination of sciences that create an environment of low
temperature and sealed electronics. Insight’s design approach equates to longer life,
consistent fixture to fixture color performance, lighting uniformity and product integrity
that lasts.
Our commitment to reliability and performance is enhanced by providing UL listed power
supplies and integral drivers that reduce initial and ownership costs.
Insight provides with its sustainable designs a 2 year warranty on all LED lighting products!
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s p eci f ic a tions &
D i m ensions
Slim Frame Design
An extruded aluminum flip frame allows for easy tool-less graphic exchange. The aluminum frame encompasses the entire perimeter of the acrylic panel
unless otherwise specified. The default finish is satin anodized aluminum.
Painted surfaces are pretreated with a phosphate wash and powder coated
to a 3 mil thickness. Custom painted finishes may be specified.
Custom Acrylic Panel
SmartPanelTM is available in architectural sizes up to 32 square feet and
Industry Standard Poster sizes up to 24 square feet. The custom engraved
acrylic provides 1 to 1 uniformity.
Insight LED Technology
Insight's SmartPanelTM is manufactured employing heat dissipating designs,
which equate to a complete approach to long life and performance. See
technology statement on page 4.
High Performance LED Platforms
Static White light color temperatures are available in 2900°K, 3400°K, 4200°K
and 5500°K. 5500°K is the default.
Mounting Options
The SmartPanelTM is available in two wall mount versions; "Z" Bracket and
Concealed Bolt. Energy Savings
Insight's UL Listed integral power supplies are provided in 120/277V
Universal/24V DC. SmartPanelTM products are also compatible with UL dry
location approved enclosures for remote placement.
Two year limited warranty.
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o r de r ing in f o r m a tion
SmartPanelTM
Designer Series
SmartPanelTM
Poster Series
The SmartPanelTM sizes listed below are nominal dimensions.
24" W X 24" H (18 Watts) *
24" W X 36" H (27 Watts) *
24" W X 48" H (36 Watts) *
24" W X 60" H (45 Watts) *
24" W X 72" H (54 Watts) *
24" WX 96" H (72 Watts) *
36" W X 36" H (54 Watts)
36" W X 48" H (72 Watts)
36" W X 60" H (90 Watts)
36" W X 72" H (108 Watts)
36" W X 96" H (144 Watts)
48" W X 48" H (72 Watts)
48" W X 60" H (90 Watts)
48" W X 72" H (108 Watts)
48" W X 96" H (144 Watts)
SPD2424-X
SPD2436-X
SPD2448-X
SPD2460-X
SPD2472-X
SPD2496-X
SPD3636-X
SPD3648-X
SPD3660-X
SPD3672-X
SPD3696-X
SPD4848-X
SPD4860-X
SPD4872-X
SPD4896-X
The SmartPanelTM products listed below are nominal dimensions.
RSP2436-X
RSP2741-X
RSP3648-X
RSP3672-X
RSP4872-X
24" W X 36" H (27 Watts) *
27" W X 41" H (62 Watts)
36" W X 48" H (72 Watts)
36" WX 72" H (108 Watts)
48" W X 72" H (108 Watts)
* For "Two-Sided" led optics, contact factory.
Contact factory for "Double Faced" SmartPanels and alternative sizes.
X = LED (°K) temperatures. 55K is the default.
* For "Two-Sided" led optics, contact factory.
Contact factory for "Double Faced" SmartPanels and alternative sizes.
29K
Static White 2800° - 2900°
34K
42K
55K
Static White 3200° - 3400°
Static White 4100° - 4200°
Static White 5500° - 5600°
X = LED (°K) temperatures. 55K is the default.
29K
34K
42K
55K
Static White 2800° - 2900°
Static White 3200° - 3400°
Static White 4100° - 4200°
Static White 5500° - 5600°
PREFIX 
ZW
BW
"Z" Bracket, Wall Mount
Concealed Bolt, Wall Mount
MOUNTING OPTIONS 
PREFIX 
1
2
120V A.C. / 24V D.C.
277V A.C. / 24V D.C.
VOLTAGE 
A
W
BL
BR
N
S
SF
CC
CP
PC
TP
Satin Anodized *
Semi-Gloss White
Semi-Gloss Black
Semi-Gloss Bronze
Semi-Gloss Natural
Semi-Gloss Satin
Specify Finish
Custom Finish
(Contact factory)
Cord & Plug
(120V only)
Protective Film
Tamper Proof
OPTIONS †
* Default finish is "A"
Satin Anodized Aluminum
Finish 
ORDERING EXAMPLE: SPD2472 / TP / 1 / S / PC

†
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m ounting & di m ensions
"Z" Bracket, Wall Mount
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Concealed Bolt, Wall Mount
INSIGHT LIGHTING
4341 Fulcrum Way NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Tel: 505.345.0888
www.insightlighting.com
Insight Lighting reserves the right to change specifications without notice due to product improvements.
SmartPanelTM - 01-16-08