Installation Instructions For
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- This fixture is wall or ceiling mount.
- This instruction shows a typical installation.
- Consult the configuration notes on Page 1 before
beginning any installation.
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TruLine 1.6A 24VDC
Section One: Basic Configuration Options
Horizontal Configuration
INS# 902-TL1.6A-07
1718 W. Fullerton Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Tel: 773-770-1195
Fax: 773-935-5613
www.purelighting.com
info@purelighting.com
Horizontal installations are linear runs of channel beginning at a junction box and ending at a take-up box on a single surface. Runs
can be up to 40' in length and the LED strip lays in the bottom of the channel.
Horizontal installations are typically installed perpendicular to wall studs or ceiling joists. Where no stud/joist is present (or in a
remodel installation) a mounting strap may be used to secure the channel to the drywall.
Vertical Configuration
Vertical installations are linear runs of channel beginning at a
junction box and ending at a take-up box on a single surface.
Runs can be up to 40' in length and the LED strip lays in the
bottom of the channel.
Vertical installations are typically installed between wall studs or
ceiling joists. Cross-braced stud sections or mounting straps are
suggested to provide additional support every 32".
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Room-Wrapping Configuration
Room-wrapping configurations are used
MOUNTING
STRAP
TL1.6-RWM
INSIDE
CORNER
CHANNEL
for installations that join runs of TruLine
1.6 on multiple planes (like a ceiling and a
wall) using miter-cut linear sections of
channel.
For room-wrapping installations, the LED
strip will be installed in the bottom of the
channel.
MOUNTING
STRAP
LED
STRIP
(SHOWN
IN RED)
CHANNEL
PLASTER
LENS
2x4
STUD
2x4
STUD
LENS
Zig Zag Configuration
TAKE-UP
BOX
2x4
STUD
MOUNTING
STRAP
JUNCTION
BOX
2x4
BRACE
TL 1.6
CHANNEL
LENS
Zig Zag configurations are used for
installations that join runs of TruLine 1.6
on a single plane (like a ceiling or a wall)
using sections of channel joined by L
connections or miter cut linear sections of
channel.
For Zig Zag installations, the LED strip will
be installed in the side of the channel,
allowing the LED strip to follow the zig zag
channel pattern.
DRYWALL
MOUNTING
STRAP
CHANNEL
DRYWALL
DRYWALL
SCREW
PLASTER
LENS
DRYWALL
SCREW
LED
STRIP
(SHOWN
IN RED)
Section Two: Standard Horizontal Installation
A
ADJUSTABLE
JUNCTION
BOX
INSTALLATION DIRECTION
PHILLIPS
SCREW
1
1: Mount each adjustable mounting bar to one side of the
junction box and secure them with the mounting brackets
and two Phillips screws provided.
MOUNTING BAR
MOUNTING
BRACKET
B
CONDUIT W/
LOW-VOLTAGE WIRES
NOTE: The adjustable mounting bars mount to studs that
are spaced 13" to 24" apart.
2: Place the lips on the adjustable mounting bars against
the studs. Secure the adjustable bars to the studs with
the eight #8 screws.
3: Install conduit (if required by local electrial code) and run
low-voltage power wires to the junction box.
2
STUD
ADJUSTABLE
MOUNTING BAR
3
#8 SCREW
JUNCTION
BOX
2
C
NOTE: If cutting channel to length, ensure that the lens is also cut to match the total length of the installation.
NOTE: If cutting channel to length, ensure that the lens is also cut to match the total length of the installation.
STARTER
SECTION
CUT LENS LENGTH TO TOTAL LENGTH
CHANNEL
SECTION
D
6" FIXED
JAB SAW
4: Cut a section of drywall where the junction box will be located
using a 6" fixed jab saw or other appropriate tool.
4
E
6
5
5: Mark the area where the channel will be located on the drywall using the junction box opening as a guide (MIN 2.25").
STUD
8
MARKING
WIDTH OF
INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
STRAP
6
2.25"
6: Cut out the marked area using a "Dremel Multi-Max" or a 6" Fixed Jab Saw.
8: Mark the location of the studs to the drywall for future reference.
NOTE: To install channel in a wall without standard-spaced studs, install perforated mounting straps every 32" behind drywall
and secure using two drywall screws. Mark the location of any mounting straps to the drywall.
F
JUNCTION BOX
10
9: Connect the red power supply (24VDC+) wires to each red
power wire with a wire nut inside the junction box.
10: Connect the black power supply (24VDC-) wires to each black
power wire with a wire nut inside the junction box.
11: Place the wire nut connections inside junction box.
9
POWER
WIRE
3
G
TRAP DOOR
FRAME
H
12
13
CHANNEL
JOINER
BAR
12: Insert the joiner bars halfway into the channel trap door
frame. Tighten the two #4-40 set screws on each joiner bar
with a 0.05" Allen wrench.
13: Slide the other section of channel onto the joining bars and
tighten the remaining #4-40 set screws with a 0.05" Allen
wrench.
I
TRAP DOOR
FRAME
END CAP
16
T10 TORX
POWER
CONNECTOR
15
END CAP
END CAP
INSERT
14: Place both power connector into the end cap insert.
15: Slide the assembled end cap insert and power connectors
into the end cap.
16: Insert the #4-40 Torx screws through the end cap holes and
thread into the TruLine 1.6A channel.
17: Tighten the end cap to the channel using the provided T10
Torx screwdriver.
14
17
J
POWER FEED
JUNCTION BOX
MARKING
MARKING
18
ENDCAP
19
18: Using the mark locations on the drywall, carefully make holes in the channel flange using the provided square drill with counter
sink bit.
19: Secure the channel to the stud through the drywall with the #6 screws using the provided square recess bit.
#6 SCREW
CHANNEL
#6 SCREW
4
K
20
ULTRA THIN
DRYWALL TAPE
20: Apply ultra-thin drywall tape along edges of channel to prevent cracking of plaster after installation.
L
PLASTER
NOTE: Test the LED strip before any plaster work is done. NOTE: Cover the channel opening with blue contractor’s tape before plastering.
21: Use a 12" compound knife for a smooth compound spread. Sand, paint, and finish the plaster and drywall before removing the
blue contractor’s tape.
M
#6-32
SCREW
TRAP DOOR
12" COMPOUND
KNIFE
23
21
CONTRACTOR'S
TAPE
22: Remove the blue contractor’s tape from the inside of the
channel. Clean the channel surface with alcohol to remove
any dust or debris before continuing.
23: Attach the trap door to the junction box using the #6-32 screw.
22
N
TRAP DOOR
24
POWER
WIRE
24: Line up the red wire side of the power connector with the “+24VDC” marking on the Soft Strip. Push the male connector of the
Soft Strip into the female connector of the power cables.
25: Carefully remove the backing from the LED soft strip, making sure not to remove the tape from the soft strip. Firmly press down
the adhesive portion of the soft strip onto the channel surface while removing the rest of the backing, making sure there are no
air bubbles that can cause surface irregularities.
26: If required, trim the soft strip on the dashed cuttable section, place the excess soft strip inside the take up box (see inset).
Ensure the entire length of the channel is covered with Soft Strip to avoid unlit areas.
25
PAPER
BACKING
SOFT STRIP
CHANNEL
TAKE UP
BOX
EXCESS
SOFT STRIP
26
5
O
CORRECT
27
27: Snap the lens back onto the channel. Ensure lens is fully seated.
Section Three: Vertical Installation
P
ADJUSTABLE
MOUNTING BAR
PHILLIPS
SCREW
1: Mount each adjustable mounting bar to one side of the
junction box and secure them with the mounting brackets
and two Phillips screws provided.
VERTICAL
ORIENTATION
INSTALLATION
DIRECTION
JUNCTION
BOX
1
MOUNTING
BRACKET
NOT INSTALLED
CORRECTLY
27
Q
STUD
CONDUIT
3
2: Remove a knockout to install the power line conduit (if
required by local electrical code.
3: Install the conduit and run the low voltage 24V DC power
wires coming from the remote power supply to the
junction box.
JUNCTION
BOX
ADJUSTABLE
MOUNTING BAR
4: Refer to the instruction provided with the power supply
along with the wiring diagram for proper wiring.
R
NOTE: If cutting channel to length, ensure that the lens is also cut to match the total length of the installation.
STARTER
SECTION
CUT LENS LENGTH TO TOTAL LENGTH
CHANNEL
SECTION
6
S T
STUD
DREMEL
MULTI-MAX
DRYWALL
MOUNTING
STRAP
5
INSTALLATION
HEIGHT
6
JUNCTION
BOX
2.25"
5: Mark the area where the channel will be located on the
drywall.
6: Cut out the marked area using appropriate tools.
7: Install & finish drywall.
6" FIXED
JAB SAW
U
STUD
11
10 10
8: Install mounting straps behind the drywall (suggested
spacing is every 32") by threading a drywall screw into
the perforated material.
9: Place the mounting strap behind the cut drywall and rotate
into place using the drywall screw as a handle.
10: Secure the mounting strap to the drywall using two
drywall screws. Mark the location on the drywall.
9
DRYWALL
SCREW
JUNCTION
BOX
Complete mounting, plastering,
painting, and LED strip installation
by following Steps 20 through 30 in
Section One
SUPPORT
BRACE
11
ALTERNATE VERTICAL INSTALLATION OPTION:
11: Install 2x4 support braces (suggested spacing is every
32") before installing and finishing drywall.
Section Four: Room-Wrapping
Configuration
V
ASSEMBLED
CUTAWAY VIEW
OUTSIDE CORNER
INSIDE CORNER
INSTALLATION NOTES
Room-wrapping installations use LED strip bent 90° for inside
or outside corner configurations. Channel sections will be
miter cut on-site.
7
W X
CEILING
TRAP DOOR
FRAME
WALL
INSTALLATION
AREA
JUNCTION
BOX
1
1: Install junction box and low-voltage power.
2: Measure and mark installation length. Cut out marked
areas using appropriate tools.
3: Insert the #4-40 Torx screws through the end cap holes and
thread into the TruLine 1.6A starter channel section.
4: Tighten the end cap to the channel using the provided T10
Torx screwdriver.
Y Z
END CAP
T10 TORX
3
4
CEILING
INSTALLATION
AREA
#6-32 SCREW
5
5: Install the assembled end cap and trap door frame
to the junction box using the #6-32 screw..
WALL
6
6: Measure installation length from inside edge of assembled
trap door frame section to the ceiling.
7: Repeat measurement steps for additional sections to
determine all required channel cut lengths.
8
MARK CHANNEL AT MEASURED LENGTH
45°
45°
Z1 Z2
LENS
TRAP DOOR
FRAME
9
10
CHANNEL
JOINER
BAR
8: Remove the trap door frame from the junction box.
9: Insert the joiner bars halfway into the channel trap door
frame. Tighten the two #4-40 set screws on each joiner
bar with a 0.05" Allen wrench.
10: Slide the other section of channel onto the joining bars and
tighten the remaining set screws.
Z3
11
CHANNEL
11: Snap the lens into the assembled channel BEFORE
marking and cutting. This ensures a good fit when installed.
12
12: Mark the assembled channel and lens lengths using the measurements taken in Steps 6 and 7.
Z4
13
13
SIDE VIEW
13: Miter cut each section of assembled channel and lens to match the corner angle. In a 90° corner installation as shown, each
channel section is cut at a 45° angle to form a complete corner.
9
Z5 Z6
MOUNTING
STRAP
POWER
CONNECTOR
16 16
14: Install mounting straps behind the drywall (suggested
spacing is every 32") by threading a drywall screw into
the perforated material.
15: Place the mounting strap behind the cut drywall and
rotate into place using the drywall screw as a handle.
16: Secure the mounting strap to the drywall using two
drywall screws. Mark the location on the drywall.
15
DRYWALL
SCREW
JUNCTION
BOX
Z7
TRAP DOOR
FRAME
END CAP
END CAP
INSERT
17: Remove end cap from the cut channel section that will be
mounted to the power junction box.
18: Place both power connectors into the end cap insert.
19: Slide the assembled end cap insert and power connectors
into the end cap.
18
Z8
19
END CAP
20
T10 TORX
21
20: Insert the #4-40 Torx screws through the end cap holes
and thread into the TruLine 1.6A channel.
21: Tighten the end cap to the channel using the provided
T10 Torx screwdriver.
CHANNEL
23
#6 SCREWS
22: Using the marked locations on the drywall, carefully make
holes in the channel flange using the provided square drill
with counter sink bit.
23: Secure the channel to the studs/mounting straps through
the drywall with the #6 screws using the provided square
recess bit.
10
Z10 Z11
CONTRACTOR'S
TAPE
ULTRA THIN
DRYWALL TAPE
24
12" COMPOUND
KNIFE
25
PLASTER
NOTE: Test the LED strip before any plaster work is done.
NOTE: Cover the channel opening with blue contractor’s tape
before plastering.
24: Apply ultra-thin drywall tape along edges of channel to
prevent cracking of plaster after installation.
Z12
LED SOFT
STRIP
28
27
26
POWER
CONNECTOR
25: Use a 12" compound knife for a smooth compound spread.
Sand, paint, and finish the plaster and drywall before
removing the blue contractor’s tape.
26: Line up the red wire side of the power connector with the
“+24VDC” marking on the Soft Strip. Push the male connector
of the Soft Strip into the female connector of the power cables.
27: Carefully remove the backing from the LED soft strip, making
sure not to remove the tape from the soft strip.
28: Firmly press down the adhesive portion of the soft strip onto
the channel surface while removing the rest of the backing,
making sure there are no air bubbles that can cause surface
irregularities.
11
Z13 Z14
PAPER
BACKING
30
LED SOFT
STRIP
29
29: Continue removing the paper backing from the soft strip
and installing along channel, pressing adhesive into
place using ONLY a finger.
30: Bend the soft strip to match the installation corner. Ensure
the entire length of the channel is covered with Soft Strip
to avoid unlit areas.
LED SOFT
STRIP
31
TAKE-UP
BOX
31: If required, trim the soft strip on the dashed cutting lines.
Place the excess soft strip inside the take-up box.
Z15
Z16
CORRECT
33
NOT INSTALLED
CORRECTLY
33
32: Repeat Steps 26 through 31 to install the second LED soft
strip to the channel.
33: Snap the lens back onto the channel sections. Ensure lens is fully
seated.
12
Section Five: Zig Zag Installation
1: Mount each adjustable mounting bar to one side of the
junction box and secure them with the mounting brackets
and two Phillips screws provided.
Z17
ADJUSTABLE
JUNCTION
BOX
INSTALLATION DIRECTION
PHILLIPS
SCREW
1
MOUNTING BAR
MOUNTING
BRACKET
1: Mount each adjustable mounting bar to one side of the
junction box and secure them with the mounting brackets
and two Phillips screws provided.
Z19
WALL
4
6" FIXED
JAB SAW
6
Z18
STUD
ADJUSTABLE
MOUNTING BAR
#8 SCREW
JUNCTION
BOX
3
CONDUIT W/
LOW-VOLTAGE WIRES
2
NOTE: The adjustable mounting bars mount to studs that
are spaced 13" to 24" apart.
2: Place the lips on the adjustable mounting bars against
the studs. Secure the adjustable bars to the studs with
the eight #8 screws.
3: Install conduit (if required by local electrial code) and run
low-voltage power wires to the junction box.
Z20
8
7
4: Mark the area where the junction box will be located on the
drywall.
5: Install the drywall.
6: Cut out the marked areas to expose the junction box.
Z21
STARTER
SECTION
9
LENS
9: Assemble the lens to the channel before cutting.
Z22
TRAP DOOR FRAME
CHANNEL
LENGTH
LENS
7: Insert the joiner bars halfway into the channel trap door
frame. Tighten the two M4 set screws on each joiner bar
with a 1.5MM Allen wrench.
8: Slide the other section of channel onto the joining bars and
tighten the remaining M4 set screws with a 1.5MM Allen
wrench.
CHANNEL
SECTION
10
45°
CHANNEL
11
10: Determine the channel length and cut channel and lens at a 45° angle from the outer corner.
11: Cut additional lens/channel assembly for the opposing 45° angle and any other corners as required for the installation.
13
Z23
12: Mark location of junction box. Cut out drywall to expose
junction box using a 6" Fixed Jab Saw or equivalent tool.
12
6" FIXED
JAB SAW
Z24
Z25
MOUNTING
STRAP
JUNCTION BOX
16
17
13
15
STUD
2.25"
14
MARKING
2.25"
13: Mark the area where the channel will be located on the
drywall using the junction box opening as a guide (MIN 2.25"
wide).
14: Cut out the marked area(s) using a Dremel Multi-Max or a 6"
Fixed Jab Saw.
15: Mark the location of the studs to the drywall for future
reference.
NOTE: To install channel vertically or in a wall without standardspaced studs, install perforated mounting straps every 32"
behind drywall and secure using two drywall screws. Mark the
location of any mounting straps to the drywall.
16: Connect the red power supply (24VDC+) wires to each red
power wire with a wire nut inside the junction box.
17: Connect the black power supply (24VDC-) wires to each black
power wire with a wire nut inside the junction box.
18: Place the wire nut connections inside junction box.
Z26
90° JOINER
BRACKET
POWER
WIRE
19: Insert the 90° joiner bracket halfway into the mitered channel
corner. Tighten the two M4 set screws on each joiner bar with a
1.5MM Allen wrench.
19
CHANNEL
14
Z27 Z28
90° JOINING
BRACKET
TAKE-UP BOX
21
CHANNEL
20
CHANNEL
20: Slide the other section of mitered channel onto the 90°
joining brackets and tighten the remaining M4 set screws
21: Slide the take-up box onto the non-power channel end and
tighten the M4 set screws with a 1.5MM Allen wrench.
with a 1.5MM Allen wrench.
Z29 Z30
POWER FEED
END CAP
TORX SCREW
22
22: Place both power connector into the power feed end cap
by rotating them 90° to seat.
POWER
CONNECTOR
23: Insert the #4-40 Torx screws through the end cap holes and
thread into the power end of the TruLine 1.6A channel.
CHANNEL
POWER FEED
END CAP
23
24
Z31
TRAP DOOR
26
#6 SCREW
CHANNEL
25
24: Tighten the end cap to the channel using the provided T10
Torx screwdriver.
25: Using the mark locations on the drywall, carefully make
a hole to channel using the provided square drill with
counter sink bit.
26: Secure the channel to the studs/mounting straps through
the drywall with the #6 screws using the provided square
recess bit.
27: Secure the Trap Door channel section to the junction
box with the supplied screw.
15
Z32 Z33
12" COMPOUND
KNIFE
ULTRATHIN
DRYWALL
TAPE
28
28: Apply ultra-thin drywall tape along edges of channel to
prevent cracking of plaster after installation. DO NOT
overlap strips of drywall tape.
Z34
TRAP DOOR
29
PLASTER
CONTRACTORS
TAPE
NOTE: Test the LED strip before any plaster work is done.
NOTE: Cover the channel opening with blue contractor’s
tape before plastering.
29: Use a 12" compound knife for a smooth compound spread.
Sand, paint, and finish the plaster and drywall before
removing the blue contractors tape.
30: Remove the blue contractors tape from the inside of the
channel. Clean the channel surface with alcohol to remove
any dust or debris before continuing.
31: Attach the trap door to the junction box using the #6-32
screw.
31
#6-32
SCREW
32: Line up the red wire side of the power connector with the
“+24VDC” marking on the Soft Strip. Push the male
connector of the Soft Strip into the female connector of
the power cables.
33: Carefully remove the backing from the LED soft strip, making
sure not to remove the tape from the soft strip. Firmly press
down the adhesive portion of the soft strip onto the channel
surface while removing the rest of the backing, making sure
there are no air bubbles that can cause surface irregularities.
Z35
16
POWER
CONNECTION
32
LED STRIP
PAPER
BACKING
33
Z36 Z37
34
LED SOFT
STRIP
35
34: Continue applying LED soft strip in the side of channel.
Carefully bend the LED soft strip 90° to match the channel
corner.
35: Connect and install the second LED soft strip length for the
opposite side of the channel by following the same steps
as the first.
Z38 Z39
LED SOFT
STRIP
36
36: Continue applying soft strip in side of channel. Carefully
bend the soft strip 90° to match the channel corner.
37: Trim excess soft strip along the dotted cutting lines ONLY.
Place excess soft strip length into the channel take-up box.
Z40
LED SOFT
STRIP
TAKE-UP
BOX
TAKE-UP
BOX
LED SOFT
STRIP
37
CORRECT
38
38: Snap the lens back onto the channel. Ensure lens is fully seated.
16
NOT INSTALLED
38
CORRECTLY
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