Solid Apollo’s DMX Addresser

Good news! Solid Apollo LED now offers an easy-to-use, lightweight and portable tool for controlling DMX fixtures such as Solid Apollo’s Slim Ray 9 RGB LED Spot Light 60W and the Eco RGB Flood LED Wall Washer 40W. It is called the DMX Addresser.

If you’re familiar with Solid Apollo’s RGB LED Flood Wall Washers, you probably notice that some of the RGB Flood Wall Washers have a 3-digit LED display built-in within the DMX fixture for DMX programming purposes. Well think of the DMX Addresser as the 3-digit LED display but pocket size, because that’s exactly what it is, it’s portable and better!

The DMX Addresser is a handy tool designed to conveniently set DMX addresses, program functions and daisy–chaining to multiple DMX fixtures!

This handy tool is great for projects that require a quick on-field set-up, just plug and play! It comes in at 5 inches in length and 2 inches wide. It features an ergonomic handle perfect for gripping, a DMX female XLR Cable for connecting to your DMX programmable fixture and comes with a pre-installed 9V lithium battery.

Just like its counter-part, the DMX Addresser has an embedded DMX512 protocol which features: 7 single color selections – colors as follows: Red, Green, Yellow, Blue, Purple, Aquamarine and White. Various special lighting effect programs: Fade – the light will fade from one color to the next, Strobe -quick flashes of different color lights and Jump – similar to the strobe effect without the flashing (it just jumps to one color to the next rapidly). And lastly, 9 levels of brightness & 9 levels of speed adjustment.

But wait, there’s more! There are two unique features that I find very useful and possibly will make your life easier in the long run. The features are called the Continuous Address Program and Same Address Program.

DMX Addresser is the perfect tool for on-field installations.

Basically what it does is, the Continuous Address Program will allow you to set DMX addresses continuously throughout your DMX fixtures. For example, if you set your first DMX fixture to DMX address 001 the next DMX fixture’s DMX address will follow after 003 (multiples of 3 for each DMX fixture). So then it would be 004, the next DMX fixture 007, so on and so forth. Up to 512 channels is available!

The Continuous Address Program is great for situations where you want to quickly set DMX addresses for multiple DMX fixtures, instead of inputting each individual DMX addresses. You just have to keep track of the DMX Fixture and its DMX address when you separate them.

The second feature is the Same Address Program which allows you to set the same DMX address to all your DMX fixtures. For instance, if you have five DMX fixtures daisy-chained, the Same Address Program will set all their DMX address to be all the same. Let’s say, if it is set to 001 then all five DMX address would be at 001.

The Same Address Program is very useful in situations where you want to quickly run the same color or lighting effects to all your DMX fixtures. Just simply set all of them in the same DMX address. You can find more information about the Continuous Address Program and Same Address Program by reading through the user-manual (click link here)

Whether you are hosting an event, want to cheer on your favorite team or putting on a holiday themed party, the DMX Addresser will allow you to quickly transition from one setting to the next easily and conveniently. It’s the perfect companion tool!

If you wish to learn more about Solid Apollo’s DMX Addresser, visit Solid Apollo LED online at http://www.solidapollo.com/DMX-Addresser.html. Please also check out the user-manual for more information about the Continuous Address Program and Same Address Program, product features and more!

Should you have any questions and concerns about operating the DMX Addresser and other related topics, simply call Solid Apollo LED at 425.582.7533. The team of highly trained Sales Representatives at Solid Apollo will gladly answer all your questions.

In-Wall LED Dimmer Switch featuring its detachable Wallplate.

Are you in the market for a dimmable switch? Are you tired of flimsy switches that offer plenty of capabilities but don’t hold up to it? Great News! Solid Apollo’s new In-Wall LED Dimmer Switch can provide the utmost performance in LED dimming.  You can create the perfect amount of light while utilizing the latest energy-saving technology with the In-Wall LED Dimmer Switch!

The In-Wall LED Dimmer Switch is designed for use up to 600-watt of dimmable LED products. It is completely compatible with Solid Apollo’s Driverless LED products such as the 3528 & 5050 LED Strip Lights, Neon LED Strip Lights and Lumalink Driverless LED Lights Bars. It also works with other LED or Non LED products but for this article I will use Solid Apollo’s LED products as an example.

The In-Wall LED Dimmer Switch features a large paddle switch that turns the lights ON or OFF, a discreet slider to adjust brightness levels and a sleek modern wallplate (included with each In-Wall Dimmer Switch).

The user-friendly discreet slider next to the paddle switch allows you to easily make subtle lighting adjustments to fit your mood. Note: When you turn the lights ON or OFF it will default back to your preferred lighting level. There is no readjustment required.

Thanks to the In-Wall Switch’s HED technology, the In-Wall LED dimmer drastically improves the performance of dimmable LEDs compared to standard dimmers. It  ensures the lights stay on when they are dimmed to a low level and makes sure the lights are operating properly at all levels.

Ambient lighting using the In-Wall LED Dimmer Switch.

For example, the LED lights will stay ON even during voltage fluctuations which can occur when a device like an air conditioner or a hair dryer is operated nearby. For added safety, the dimmer is UL listed for a broad range of dimmable LED’s.

Installation is fast and easy. It will take you roughly less than 15 minutes (Instructions provided in the box) to set up. It fits in most US electrical gang boxes or you can install without it. The included modern wallplate blends perfectly into the surrounding environment for a subtle finishing touch.

Whether you enjoy reading a book, watching your favorite TV shows, entertaining your guest, or enjoying a romantic dinner for two, the In-Wall LED Dimmer Switch lets you conveniently choose the right level of light for your activity.

Please keep in mind, the In-Wall Dimmer Switch is not compatible with dimmable transformers and its maximum wattage using Solid Apollo’s Driverless LEDs is 600W. Going over the maximum allowable wattage will overheat the dimmer and will cause it to fail. However, if you’re opting to use other LED products, I highly recommend checking the product requirements before using it with the In-Wall LED Dimmer Switch.

If you wish to learn more about Solid Apollo’s new In-Wall LED Dimmer Switch, visit Solid Apollo LED online at http://www.solidapollo.com/In-Wall-LED-Dimmer-Switch.html.

Should you have any questions and concerns about installations and other related topics, simply call Solid Apollo LED at 425.582.7533. The team of highly trained Sales Representatives at Solid Apollo will gladly answer all your questions.

LEDMotion 32 with USB 2.0

Solid Apollo’s DMX LEDMotion 32 is a small, portable, lightweight and intuitive DMX Controller.  The DMX LEDMotion 32 is specifically designed for one thing only and it is for smaller projects. If you have a project that has less than 32 zones then the the LEDmotion 32 is the perfect controller for the job.

The DMX LEDmotion 32 offers an intuitive user-friendly interface. To access the interface, simply install the included downloadable software to your chosen computer (compatible with MAC and PC (Linux)).

Once it is installed, you are now able to create an array of custom light effects as well as programming different colors, personalize lighting sequences, transitions between effects, color chases and much more through the interface.

Installation is simple, as it comes ready straight out of the box. The LEDMotion 32 does not require power; all that you really need to do is simply connect the provided USB 2.0 to the computer and then connect the mini USB to the back of the DMX LEDMotion 32.

Unlimited Customization of Effects, Transitions and More.

All that is left to do is choosing whether you are connecting it to a receiver or a DMX ready product.  You could either use a DMX to RJ45 Connector to connect to your RGB Receiver or a Male/Female XLR to Waterproof XLR Adapter to connect to a DMX ready product such as a Linear LED Wall Washers or Flood LED Wall Washers.

If you wish to learn more about Solid Apollo’s new DMX Controller – the LEDMotion 32, visit Solid Apollo LED online at http://www.solidapollo.com/DMX-LEDMotion-32.html and for all other DMX related products visit http://www.solidapollo.com/dmx-led-controllers/ .

Should you have any questions and concerns about installations and other related topics, simply call Solid Apollo LED at 425.582.7533. The team of highly trained Sales Representatives at Solid Apollo will gladly answer all your questions.

Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller

A higher voltage of the Waterproof 4 Channel DMX-RGB-W Controller is now available, introducing the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller.

The Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller is a carbon copy of the Waterproof 4 Channel DMX-RGB-W Controller; the only difference between the two is that the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller is used for high voltage applications and the Waterproof 4 Channel DMX-RGB-W Controller is used for low voltage applications.

For those that have not used the Waterproof 4 Channel DMX-RGB-W Controller, don’t worry! All the information that is covered on this blog post can be mostly applied for the Waterproof 4 Channel DMX-RGB-W Controller as it resembles similar functionalities.

The Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller’s exterior is fully waterproof, rated at IP67 along with its cables and connectors. Its sturdy high quality exterior can withstand the wettest locations – perfect on a patio, deck, poolside, or near a fountain.

The waterproofed cables consist of 14in LED Output cable, 19in DMX IN and OUT cables and 79in 120V AC Cord. Please note that the LED Output cable is not fully waterproofed unless you install a waterproof connector between the LED Output wire and your RGB fixture.

Solid Apollo offers an in-house installation for waterproofing your connections (please contact Solid Apollo for details). If you’d rather do-it-yourself, you would just have to install Solid Apollo’s RGB Outdoor Waterproof Connector or any waterproofing sleeve.

RGB Outdoor Waterproof Connector

As the name states, the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller converts DMX signals to RGB. This high voltage controller is great for 120V RGB products and works hand in hand with Solid Apollo’s RGB Neon LED Strip Lights and RGB Driverless LED Strip Lights.

Furthermore, it has a max power of 600W at 120V AC and can operate upwards of 165ft of RGB Neon LED Strips or up to 135ft of RGB Driverless LED Strip Lights on a single Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller.

Additionally, it also has a built-in overheat and over current protection that will protect the controller when the current reaches a wattage value that will cause an excessive or dangerous temperature rise in conductors.

The Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller has two primary functions: DMX Control Mode and Auto Program Mode. You can access these programs simply just by pressing and holding the first and second buttons below the digital display.

DMX Control is pretty straight-forward, once you’ve selected DMX Control Mode and connected your DMX512 Controller or your DMX capable control unit accordingly to the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller, you will be able to control two or more Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controllers enabling them to run the same program seamlessly (Please note, in order to run the same program seamlessly on multiple Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controllers, they must all be daisy-chained to one another).

If you’re having trouble choosing the right DMX Controller, Solid Apollo offers a wide range of DMX Controllers compatible with the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller. To name a few, DMX Controllers such as the LEDMotion 512, DMX Boss Wi-Fi Controller  and  Duet DMX & Wireless RGB-W In-Wall Controller. You can find more DMX Controllers here.

Using the RGB Driverless LED Strips with the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller

On a side note, one thing you might want to do first before operating in DMX Mode is to test to confirm if all systems and connections are working properly. To do this test, it is highly recommended to run the Auto Program Mode first. By doing this step first, you would precisely know if your connections are correct thus avoiding further troubleshooting down the road.

The Auto Program Mode enables the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller to run a variety of predefined internal programs if an external DMX Control system is not available. The Programs include flashing, fading and single color selection; and within those programs the brightness levels and speed can be adjusted.

In conclusion, the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller is a great controller, but it is better suited for applications where you intend to use a DMX application. Otherwise, revert back to your 120V RGB Controller as it offers the same functionality as the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller’s predefined internal programs if not more.

If you have questions and concerns about the products mentioned in this blog post or want to learn more about the Waterproof 120V AC DMX-RGB Controller, visit Solid Apollo LED online at www.solidapollo.com or call 425.582.7533. The team of highly trained Sales Representatives at Solid Apollo will gladly answer all of your questions.

Warm White 2700K LED String Light

LED Lighting Company, Solid Apollo LED has just released 6 vibrant and colorful LED String Lights; RGB, Warm White (2700K), White (4000K), Pink, Green and Blue with the option to choose between 32ft or 65ft. These LED string lights are the highest quality string lights out in the market.

The LED String Lights from Solid Apollo creates a fairy light effect making any surroundings festive and giving the occupants in the area a magical experience. They are great for decorating any indoor/outdoor and commercial applications such as trees, bushes, gardens, lawns, gates and more. In addition, it can also be used for home decorations and DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Projects.

Regardless of which of the 6 vibrant and colorful LED String Lights you choose, you will not be disappointed. The Warm White LED String Light projects a color temperature of 2700k which is the same as a conventional incandescent light bulb, while the White (4000K) LED String Light emulates the color of actual sunlight providing a more natural light. Additionally the Pink, Green and Blue LED String Lights bring ambient lighting and are perfect for dynamic lighting.

Decorative Lighting using the RGB LED String Lights.

The RGB LED String Light is unique on its own as it not only changes colors, each micro LED has a built-in chip that allows it to change colors to various effects throughout the string. The effects include fading, color jumping and flashing; and the best part is you don’t need an RGB controller. The RGB LED String Lights are perfect for holiday events like New Year’s, Christmas and 4^th of July. It can also be used for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and more! Possibilities are endless.

As far as versatility and reliability, the LED String lights is made up of three high quality ultra-thin silver copper wires wrapped with water resistant coating rated at IP65 making it ideal for outdoor applications. The ultra-thin silver wires are flexible and can easily mold into any shape. You can form a word out of it, make a shape, wrap it tight around a tree branch and even maneuver sharp corners; it can do it all.

The LED String Lights are environmentally friendly consuming 5W (32ft) to 10W (65ft) watts of energy while operating at 24V DC.

Thanks to its built-in female barrel connector adding accessories is a breeze. For example, if you want to extend your connection, an available 15ft Waterproof LED Strip Extension Cable would solve the problem.

LED String Light Project Ideas

If you want to connect an additional LED String light to your power supply and an option to turn it On & Off, you would just have to add a Waterproof 2-Way Barrel Power Splitter on each LED String light and connect the On / Off Switch before the 24V power supply.

According to Manuel Barquin, president of Solid Apollo LED “We specifically designed the LED String Light’s power cable not only for waterproof purposes but  to give the user more ways than one to conveniently add on multiple accessories without being limited to just the power supply.”

So there you have it. Go out there and add ambient lighting, create fairy-like environments and give everyone a magical experience!   For more information about the products mentioned in this blog post, visit Solid Apollo LED online at www.solidapollo.com or call 425.582.7533.