The Attendant is capable of controlling pool and landscape lighting via the high voltage relays located on the controller or it can operate professional grade Digital Multiplex lighting (a.k.a. DMX) using one or more serial (BUS1-4) communication ports.
Lights must be installed by a licensed or certified electrician or a
qualified pool professional in accordance with the current National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), CSA C22.1. All applicable local installation codes and ordinances must also be adhered to. Improper installation will create an electrical hazard which could result in death or serious injury to pool users, installers or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property. Always disconnect the power to the lights at the circuit breaker before servicing. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury to serviceman, pool users or others due to electrical shock.
ALWAYS FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR LIGHT MODEL AS THEY MIGHT DIFFER FROM THE GENERIC INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS ON THIS PAGE.
DMX Lighting
Do not connect the DMX driver to a high-voltage relay unless the driver lacks RS485 communication capability. If RS485 communication is not available, please follow the Low Voltage wiring instructions provided below.
DMX (or DMX512) is a standard for digital communication networks that are commonly used to control lighting and effects. This type of lighting is used in most stage lighting – like concerts and night clubs, in addition to pools and spas.
When using DMX lights, The Attendant gives you complete access to that light’s color palette, and allows control of the lights and colors instantly – as opposed to legacy lighting solutions where the light needs to be turned off and on many times in order to display a particular color or light show.
The DMX lights themselves are physically connected to transformer boxes (sometimes called ‘drivers’). The Attendant gets connected to the ‘driver‘ box using one of the unused communication BUS connectors..
Connect the wires from the ‘driver’ (data+, data-, and ground) to the D+, D- and GND terminals on the BUS1-4 port selected.
In order to control the lights, you will configure them using the Poolside Mobile App first by setting up a new light, selecting the correct brand and model. If your brand is not listed, create the new light using “Generic” as the brand, and use “DMX” as the model.
You will need to reference the manufacturer’s instructions to configure the ‘driver’ hardware and to find the correct Red, Green, and Blue channel numbers to input into the Poolside app light configuration.
High Voltage Lighting
These instructions are designed for traditional pool lighting systems that are typically controlled by a standard light switch for on/off functionality. These systems commonly use either incandescent or LED light fixtures.
This article is intended for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional advice. Wiring and electrical installations for pool lighting must comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and any additional local regulations. Always consult the latest version of the NEC, and check with local authorities to ensure compliance with all safety standards and legal requirements. For any electrical work, it’s recommended to hire a licensed electrician familiar with pool lighting installations to prevent hazards and ensure proper adherence to code.
Please refer to the following diagram as well as the manufacturer’s installation instructions:
Low Voltage Lighting
Low-voltage lighting is also widely used in many pool and spa installations. In these setups, the lights are powered by a safety-listed pool/spa isolation transformer.
Please refer to the following wiring diagram as well as the manufacturer’s installation instructions:
