Lumitec Poco - User Manual

BATTERY
12 or 24 vDC
CH1 IN
CH2 IN
CH3 IN
CH4 IN
ACC IN
Amp Draw at Lights
CALCULATE YOUR AMP DRAW
Total Amps Per/CH
Total amps per channel must be below 10 Amps
3A Fuse
10A Fuse Max
10A Fuse Max
10A Fuse Max
10A Fuse Max
PWR IN
POCO Replaces Physical Switches
Ethernet Connection
(optional)
MFD or Wireless DeviceTo Pico S8 Module
(optional)
Power Wire
Fuse size is based on number
of underwater lights
Amp draw information is available
on product packaging or at
lumiteclighting.com
Ground Wire
CH4 OUT
CH3 OUT
CH2 OUT
CH1 OUT
0.5A 0.5A 1.25A 1.25A
= 3.5 Amps
= 3.5 Amps
= 5 Amps
= 0 Amps
0.5A 0.5A 1.25A 1.25A
1.25A 1.25A 1.25A 1.25A
Aft Hardtop Lights
Aft Spreader Lights
Fwd Spreader Lights
Under Gunwale Lights
Underwater Lights
Fwd Hardtop Lights
0A 0A 0A 0A
IMPORTANT: To use the supplied information provided within this quick start guide all lights installed must be PLI compatible. For lights that are non-PLI, or a non Lumitec brand, refer to our website at http://lumiteclighting.com/check4pli for additional
installation information.
Look for the PLI icon on packaging for product compatibility
Timed Toggle
Protocol
RGBW
Full-Color
3 Year
Warranty
Dry Operation
Strobe/Flashing
Power Line
Instruction
Color Match
Commitment
IP Rated
Third Party
Dimmer
Color Cycle Dimming
Ignition
Protected
Color
Memory Lock
Cross Fade Color Change Color Change
IP Rated 2-Wire
Hookup
RF/EMI
Safe
European
Conformity
STEP 1:
Plan and Install Your Digital Lighting System
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Summary

Plan and Install Your Digital Lighting System

Power Source and Module Functionality

Specifies the required DC power source and explains how the POCO module replaces physical switches.

Connectivity and Amp Draw Calculation

Details MFD/wireless device connectivity and guides on calculating amp draw for system planning.

Fuse Sizing and Compatibility

Provides guidance on fuse sizing based on light count and highlights PLI compatibility importance.

Connect to Poco System

MFD and Mobile Device Connection

Outlines connecting the POCO to chart plotters (MFD) and mobile devices via the Lumitec app.

Connection Setup Details

Provides default SSID, access code, Wi-Fi password, and web interface for POCO connection.

Configure Lighting System

Create Light Groups

Details assigning channels and clans for light locations to create custom light groups.

Create and Assign Switches

Explains creating simple switches or scene switches with custom intensity and color settings.

Add Switches to Layout

Guides on selecting locations and adding created switches to layout pages within the interface.

Check System Status

Status Indicator Meanings

Explains the meaning of indicator lights for power, channels, and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connection status.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Usage Features
3. Maintenance Features

The Lumitec Poco Digital Lighting Control system is a sophisticated solution for managing marine lighting, designed to integrate seamlessly with various boat systems. It replaces traditional physical switches with a digital interface, offering enhanced control and customization over your vessel's lighting.

Function Description:

The Poco system acts as a central hub for your boat's lighting, allowing you to control multiple light groups from a single interface. It communicates with lights via Power Line Instruction (PLI) technology, which uses existing power wires to transmit control signals, simplifying installation and reducing wiring complexity. The system supports a wide range of Lumitec PLI-compatible lights, including aft hardtop lights, aft spreader lights, forward hardtop lights, forward spreader lights, under gunwale lights, and underwater lights.

The core functionality revolves around creating and managing "light groups" and "switches." Light groups allow you to categorize and control sets of lights based on their location or function (e.g., "LG_aft_hardtop," "LG_underwater"). Switches, on the other hand, are the virtual controls you interact with to activate or adjust these light groups. These switches can be simple, controlling a single light group with a specific intensity and color, or they can be complex "scene switches" that activate multiple light groups simultaneously with predefined settings, creating custom lighting atmospheres for different activities like "Night Fishing."

The Poco system is designed for flexible control. It can be connected to a Multi-Function Display (MFD) on your boat, allowing you to manage lights directly from your chart plotter. Alternatively, it can be controlled via a dedicated mobile application available for Apple and Google Play devices, providing remote access and convenience. The system utilizes both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-LE for connectivity, ensuring reliable communication with your control devices.

Usage Features:

Installation begins by connecting the Poco module to your boat's 12 or 24 VDC battery. The module has dedicated input channels (CH1 IN to CH4 IN) for power from fuse/breaker panels, and corresponding output channels (CH1 OUT to CH4 OUT) to power your lights. Each input channel requires a fuse, with a maximum of 10A, to protect the system. The ACC IN and PWR IN terminals also require a 3A fuse. The system includes an Ethernet connection for optional integration with MFDs.

Once physically installed, the system requires configuration through its digital interface. This involves several key steps:

1. Connecting to Poco: You can connect to the Poco module via an MFD using an Ethernet cable or through the Lumitec Poco App on your mobile device via Wi-Fi. The system provides default SSID, access pass code, and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth passwords for initial setup.
2. Creating Light Groups: Within the settings menu, you define light groups by assigning a name, a channel (1-4), a "clan" (e.g., "Down Lights," "Flood Lights"), and an output type (e.g., "Lumitec Spectrum," "Blue / White"). This categorization helps organize your lighting system.
3. Creating Switches: After defining light groups, you create virtual switches. For each switch, you assign a name, target one or more light groups, and specify the default intensity (e.g., 50%) and color (e.g., Red, Green) for those lights when the switch is activated. Scene switches allow you to combine multiple light groups with different settings into a single command.
4. Adding Switches to Layout Pages: Once switches are created, you can add them to customizable layout pages on your MFD or mobile app interface. This allows you to arrange your controls logically for easy access. Note that the visual order of switches on a page is determined by their creation order and cannot be rearranged after being added; they must be deleted and re-added to change their position.

The system also features a "Calculate Your Amp Draw" section, which is crucial for proper system design. It provides examples of amp draw for different light configurations and emphasizes that the total amps per channel must remain below 10 Amps to prevent overloading. Amp draw information for specific lights is available on their product packaging or on the Lumitec website.

Maintenance Features:

The Poco system includes status indicators to help monitor its operation and troubleshoot any issues:

• POWER Indicator: A green light indicates that the Poco module is powered on, requiring a supply voltage between 10-30VDC.
• CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4 Indicators:
  • Red: Power is supplied to the channel from the fuse/breaker panel.
  • Green: Power is supplied to the channel input, and the channel is turned on within the Poco controller. PLI-enabled lights may be off in this state.
  • Flashing Orange: PLI data is being transmitted.
  • Solid Orange: The channel is being dimmed via a PWM signal.
• STATUS Indicator (Green blinking light for Wi-Fi connection):
  • 0 blinks: Wi-Fi is disabled.
  • 1 blink: Wi-Fi is enabled but not connected to any peers.
  • 2 blinks: Wi-Fi is connected to one or more peers.
• STATUS Indicator (Blue blinking light for Bluetooth-LE connection):
  • 0 blinks: Bluetooth-LE is disabled.
  • 1 blink: Bluetooth-LE is enabled but not connected.
  • 2 blinks: Bluetooth-LE is connected.

These indicators provide immediate visual feedback on the system's status, allowing users to quickly identify if there are power issues, communication problems, or active dimming. For more detailed information and troubleshooting, users are directed to the Lumitec website. The system's reliance on PLI technology means that all installed lights must be PLI compatible. Users are advised to check for the PLI icon on product packaging and refer to the Lumitec website for additional installation information regarding non-PLI or non-Lumitec brand lights.

Lumitec Poco Specifications

General

Operating Voltage	10-30V DC
Voltage Range	10-30V DC
IP Rating	IP67
Input Voltage	12V DC
Voltage	12V