Each Serene LED bundle lighting system includes:
Item Quantity
A
1
B 2
C 1
D 1
E 1
F 1
G 2
H 2
J 1
K 1
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Description
Serene LED Light Fixture
Adjustable Docking Mounts (pre-installed)
12V DC Power Supply, UL® Listed
Serene LED Controller w/cover
Serene LED Background Light
Serene Aquarium Background Film
Background LED clips w/suction cups
Background mount clips w/tape & screws
IR Infrared Sensor
Remote control
Speaker Set w/USB Power Plug
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What’s Included
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SERENE LED KIT
What’s Included
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IMPORTANT: READ ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS ON LAST PAGE
BEFORE INSTALLATION
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1 - Serene Background Installation
NOTE: If your Serene LED Kit is missing any of the above components, please contact us
directly by visiting www.current-usa.com/support. Do not return to your retailer.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLING BACKGROUND FILM & LED LIGHT
The Serene LED Kit Background features a clear film material which can be installed by either
simply taping the background to your aquarium back, or, static cling. If you do not have room
to work behind your aquarium, we recommend simply taping the background film to your
aquarium back. If you have some work room (8”+), the static cling method can be used.
What’s Included
SERENE LED KIT
Installation Instructions
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STEP 1 - Serene Background Installation
1. Measure glass aquarium back & lightly mark
cutting lines on the back side of lm material.
3. Remove any aquarium components (such as a
hang-on lter) and clean aquarium back using
freshwater (do not use soap or spray cleaner.)
4. Thorougly wet back of glass with clean
freshwater using a sponge or sprayer.
5. Remove corner of lm backing and stick to
top corner of aquarium. Peel clear lm
backing and apply background to wet glass.
6. Use your hand to position
lm and
remove any large air bubbles.
7. Squeeze out water and air bubbles with a
smooth tool (such as a at ruler or credit card.)
Check for tiny air bubbles from both sides of
the glass. If there are tiny bubbles, do more
squeegeeing.
(TIP: Using more water on glass back while installing
the glass lm will make positioning easier.)
2. CAREFULLY cut background lm to size using
scissors or a razor blade knife.
8. Place ruler or card at aquarium glass edge and
carefully trim background material using a razor
blade. Wipe any excess water with a lint free
cloth, then re-install any aquarium accessories.
NOTE: If simply taping aquarium background lm to glass back, follow steps 1-3 then use clear tape to
attach background to aquarium. Trim if needed. If using static cling method, please follow ALL steps below.
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STEP 2 - Serene Background LED Light Installation
Two installation methods for the Serene Background LED light are included with each
Serene LED Kit:
1. Swivel clips with stand mounts - this is the ideal method of mounting and will provide
the strongest lighting effect for background lighting, however does require space (6”+)
for installation. This is also the preferred method if installing on a rimless/frameless
aquarium.
2. Swivel clips with suction cups - this is the easiest method of installation, however does
require a surface for suction cup mounting (either aquarium plastic frame or glass top.)
Note: The Serene Background LED light is IP68/Submersible and waterproof, so installing under glass
canopies or inside aquarium on back wall is acceptable.
Installation Method #1 - Swivel Clips with Stand Mounts
1. Remove light swivel clips from
suction cups by turning 90 degrees
and removing.
2. Place clips onto outer tab on stand mounts
and turn 90 degrees to attach.
3. Mark installation location of stand
mounts (ideally, 1/2”-1” below bottom
of aquarium and 1”-6” from ends.
4. Attach stand mounts to back of stand
using 4 small wood screws. (NOTE: 3M
adhesive tape is also included for installation,
Skip to Step 6 below.)
5. Insert Background LED light into
swivel clips and swivel LEDs to
illuminate background film.
6. If using 3M adhesive tape, insert Background
LED light into swivel clips and position LEDs
to illuminate background light. Attach 3M
adhesive tape to stand mounts and position
into place by pressing firmly towards stand.
Aquarium
1/2”-1” below
bottom
24” Kit = ~16”
36” Kit = ~24”
48” Kit = ~34”
72” Kit = ~48”
Stand
Bottom
3M Tape
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STEP 2 - Serene Background LED Light Installation
Installation Method #2 - Swivel Clips with Suction Cups
1. Locate Background LED light
mounting location and clean
of any dirt, algae or debris.
2. Slightely moisten inside of suction
cups and firmly press LED light into
desired location.
3. Swivel LED light to illuminate backround film.
Note: To get the strongest background lighting effect, it’s best to place light a few inches
away from background vs. lighting close. This provides distance for the LED light to spread
evenly over the background film and cover a wider surface area.
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The included suction cups are a simple
way to install the background LED light,
especially for framed aquariums or
aquariums with glass tops. The best
mounting locations include:
A. Inside or outside Glass Top
B. Top aquarium frame
C. Bottom aquarium frame
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B
C
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STEP 3 - Serene LED Light Installation
1. Unpack light fixture and components. Remove any plastic film on light fixture.
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STEP 4 - Serene LED Controller Installation
2. Slide the adjustable docking legs on the side of the light fixture to match the length
of aquarium. (Refer to Adjustable Tank Mounting Bracket instructions if applicable.)
3. Set fixture on aquarium and ensure docking legs fit snug on edges of aquarium.
1. Choose a location underneath your aquarium cabinet free of excessive moisture and
allows for direct line of site for IR sensor* to receive signals from remote control.
(NOTE: An additional External IR sensor with 12” cable is included for under cabinet
installation.)
2. IMPORTANT: Plug-in all lighting, power and speaker cables as shown above before
mounting controller.
3. Place Serene controller in clear protective case and mount to stand using 3M adhesive
tape. (If using optional external IR sensor, connect to control and ensure end of sensor
has a clear line of site for remote control.
4. Position audio speakers on each side of stand or attach to sides of stand using the
included Velcro tape.
5. Plug-in 12VDC power supply into a GFCI approved outlet. Ensure a drip loop is in place
for all cables.
6. Remove plastic cover from remote control and remove plastic battery tab at bottom of
remote. Press the Main power key to ensure controller turns on. Follow programming
instructions on page 6 to begin your Serene Experience!
Optional External
IR Sensor
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Main
LED Light
12 VDC
POWER
Background
LED Light
Speakers
Integrated
IR Sensor
AC Power
GFCI Outlet
12VDC
Power Supply
Drip
Loop
Ensure use of drip
loop for all cables
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STEP 5 - Serene Remote Overview
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S
SET
CLOCK
OFF
TIME
ON
TIME
ENTER
HOUR
+
-
MINUTE
STREAM
BACK
MAIN
ENTER
RESUME
TIMER
M
OFF
ON
STARGAZE RAINSTORM
FOREST
TIMER
A/B
ENTER
LOCK
LIGHTING
SOUNDS
RESUME
S
SET
CLOCK
OFF
TIME
ON
TIME
TIMER
A/B
HOUR
+
-
MINUTE
Main Power & Default - Turns controller and components OFF/ON. Press
& hold for 5 seconds to reset controller to factory defaults
RESUME TIMER - Press to turn system/lights back to Timer mode.(Works
in Timer B Mode Only)
LOCK/UNLOCK - Locks settings so other IR signals will not interfere.
Press and holdĺfor 5 seconds to LOCK/UNLOCK.
Volume - Changes audio volume. Level 0=OFF, press to adjust 1-5 levels
(20% each) Press to MUTE.
TIMER A/B - Switches light from Timer A Mode (DailyĺªÀÆpªÆ On/Off
Only) to Timer B Mode (Circadian 24 hr. Timer with slow ramp/dim)
Custom Scene - Press to display custom scene of Main LED Light,
Background LED light and audio sound.
Set Clock/Time of Day - Press once to Set Clock and program current
time of day.
ON Time - Press once to program
ON Time.
OFF Time - Press once to program
OFF Time.
HOUR + - Press to adjust hours.
MINUTE- Press to adjust
minutes.
ENTER
ENTER
RESUME
STARGAZE
STREAM
RAINSTORM FOREST
OFF
TIMER
ENTER - Press enter after any time is programmed or color spectrum
(Daylight, Sunrise, Moonlight, Custom Scene)
DAYLIGHT - Press once to adjust daylight color spectrum, adjust with
RGBW keys. When complete, press ENTER.
SUNRISE - Press once to adjust sunrise color spectrum, adjust with
RGBW keys. When complete, press ENTER.
MOONLIGHT - Press once to adjust moon color spectrum, adjust with
RGBW keys. When complete, press ENTER.
RGBW - Press keys adjust
color spectrums.
Audio - Press to select audio on-demand,
Dynamic Effects - Press to select on-demand dynamic lighting program.
B/G Light - Press to select background lighting fade program,
RGB Fade/Color - Press to select RGB fade, Press again to stop at a static
color and save using M key.
B/G Light ON/OFF - Press to once to toggle background lighting
50% Brightness / 100% Brightness / OFF
M
LOCK
ENTER
RESUME
TIMER
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STEP 6 - Serene Timer Overview
The Serene LED light controller features two timer functions:
ìĝTimer A - Dynamic On/Off timer for playing a custom scene (main light, background
light and audio) with a simple daily ªÀÆpªÆĺON/OFF time.
íĝTimer B - Circadian 24-Hour mode for running a gradual Sunrise, Daylight, Sunset,
and Moonlight programmed around a daily ON/OFF time.
TIME
ON-DEMAND MODE
ON
TIME
OFF
TIME
Adjustable
ON/OFF Time
Adjustable On-Demand Mode
Main Light
Background Light
Audio Program
TIMER MODE A - Simple Dynamic ON/OFF
OFF
TIME
15m
MOONLIGHT
SUNRISE
DAYLIGHT
SUNSET
ON
TIME
OFF
TIME
1 Hour
15m
15m
1 Hour
15m
Adjustable
ON/OFF Time
Adjustable
Color
Spectrums
TIMER MODE B - 24 Hour Circadian Timer
Default Program:
ON TIME: 07:00am
OFF TIME: 18:00 (5:00 pm)
On-Demand Scene “S”:
Main Light: Sunrays
Background: Blue/Orange Fade
Audio: Stream 50% Volume
Default Program:
ON TIME: 07:00
OFF TIME: 18:00
Daylight Spectrum: W-100%, R-100%, G-100%, B-100%
Sunrise/Sunset Color Spectrum: W-50%, R-75%, G-5%, B-75%
Moonlight Color Spectrum: W-0%, R-50%, G-0%, B-10%
“M”: 100% Red (same as A mode)
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STEP 7 - Dynamic Lighting & Audio
Main Programming Functions:
Turning Serene ON/OFF
Press the MAIN ON/OFF power key to turn the Serene LED lights, background light
light and controller ON or OFF.
LOCK
LOCK & UNLOCK Settings
The integrated LOCK/UNLOCK feature is designed to ensure other IR signals (e.g.
TV remote) do not intefere with your Serene LED system. To LOCK all settings,
simply press the LOCK icon, “----” will display. Press again to UNLOCK.
The Serene LED Kit is designed to be simple and is plug-in-play ready to change your
aquarium experience. To begin and explore Serene, we suggest installing all the lighting
and audio components, turning the controller on and try all of the incredible dynamic
lighting and audio effects on-demand by simply pressing any of the dynamic keys below.
Running your Serene LED kit in a timer mode is not required. You can enjoy the Serene
experience on-demand and simply press the POWER ON/OFF key when you desire.
What’s to experience? Here is a brief overview of the sleek effects Serene has built-in and
ready to play on-demand:
S
SET
CLOCK
OFF
TIME
ON
TIME
ENTER
HOUR
+
-
MINUTE
STREAM
BACK
MAIN
ENTER
RESUME
TIMER
M
OFF
ON
STARGAZE RAINSTORM
FOREST
TIMER
A/B
ENTER
LOCK
LIGHTING
SOUNDS
RESUME
STARGAZE
STREAM
RAINSTORM
FOREST
Controls Main Light
(above aquarium)
SUNRISE mimics a fading sunrise/sunset
STORM simulates clouds, rain & random
lightning strikes
GLOW FADE makes fluorescent fish and
aquarium decor pop in amazing colors
ROLLING CLOUDS gently rolls cloud cover
horizontally across your aquarium
RAIN mimics a gradual rain storm and
cloud cover
STARRY NIGHT casts a beautiful blue
moonlight with star light over your scape
Controls Background Light
Blue to Orange Fade
Blue to Green Fade
Red to Orange Fade
Gently fades entire color spectrum
Plays audio sound effects
Gentle waves and streaming water
w/ binaural focus & concentration
Binaural audio stimulating
relaxation, meditation, sleep
Relaxing sounds of an approaching
rain storm
Night time sounds of a flowing
stream in a forest
DYNAMIC LIGHTING & AUDIO EFFECTS
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STEP 8 - CONTROLLER PROGRAMMING
2. Set current time of day by pressing SET CLOCK , use the HOUR+
and MINUTE-
to adjust time to the current time in 24:00 hour mode (e.g. 5:00 PM = 17:00) Press the
ENTER/RESUME key to complete.
S
SET
CLOCK
OFF
TIME
ON
TIME
ENTER
HOUR
+
-
MINUTE
TIMER
A/B
ENTER
RESUME
MAIN PROGRAMMING FUNCTIONS
Audio Volume Control
You can adjust the audio level on your Serene LED system by simply pressing the
volume key. There are 6 total levels available, each will show on the display when
pressed. Display will read U0=OFF, U1=20%,..U5=100%. (Volume can also be adjusted
on the speakers (back dial) or muted by pressing the MUTE key.
PROGRAMMING TIMER A MODE:
1. Ensure controller is in TIMER A mode by pressing the TIMER A/B key
. Controller will
display A or B indicating current mode.
3. Set time system should turn ON by pressing ON TIME key
, use the HOUR+ ĺĺĺĺĺĺĺĺĺand
MINUTE- key to adjust ON time (default is 07:00.) Press the ENTER/RESUME key
to complete.
4. Set time system should turn OFF by pressing OFF TIME key
, use the HOUR+ ĺĺĺĺĺĺĺĺĺand
MINUTE- key to adjust ON time (default is 07:00.) Press the ENTER/RESUME key
to complete.
5. To program the dynamic lighting modes (Custom Scene) to display at ON TIME:
STEP 1 - Press the “S” key, display reads S-CS (Saved Custom Scene).
STEP 2 - Select a MAIN lighting mode ( ), display reads P1-P6.
STEP 3 - Select a BACKGROUND lighting mode ( ), display reads b1-b4.
STEP 4 - Select desired Audio Sound ( ), display reads S1, S2, S3 or S4.
STEP 5 - Select audio volume by pressing , display reads U0, U1, U2, U3, U4, U5.
STEP 6 - Press and hold “S” key, display reads E-CS (Entered Custom Scene.)
At each daily ON time, the custom scene will play until programmed OFF time is
reached.
NOTE: If you wish to view any on-demand dynamic mode, simply press the desired
effects and when completely, press RESUME TIMER key at top . Otherwise, the
dynamic effects will continue until the next ON or OFF time is reached.
M
STARGAZE
STREAM
RAINSTORM FOREST
ENTER
RESUME
TIMER
S
RESUME
RESUME
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
-
-
MINUTE
+
+
HOUR
HOUR
MINUTE
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STEP 8 - CONTROLLER PROGRAMMING
2. Set current time of day by pressing SET CLOCK , use the HOUR+ and MINUTE-
to adjust time to current time in 24:00 hour mode (e.g. 5:00 PM = 17:00) Press the
ENTER/RESUME key to complete.
SET
CLOCK
OFF
TIME
ON
TIME
ENTER
HOUR
+
TIMER
A/B
ENTER
RESUME
PROGRAMMING TIMER B MODE:
1. Ensure controller is in TIMER B mode by pressing the TIMER A/B key . Controller will
display t-A (Timer A) or t-b (Timer B) indicating current mode.
3. Set time system should turn ON by pressing ON TIME key , use the HOUR+ and
MINUTE- key to adjust ON time (default is 07:00.) Press the ENTER/RESUME key
to complete.
4. Set time system should turn OFF by pressing OFF TIME key , use the HOUR+ and
MINUTE- key to adjust ON time (default is 17:00.) Press the ENTER/RESUME key
to complete.
5. To program color spectrums for DAYLIGHT, press and “L1” will display on controller.
Use the RGBW keys to adjust the color spectrum. When desired color
spectrum is acheived, press the ENTER/RESUME key .
6. To program color spectrums for SUNRISE/SUNSET, press and “L2” will display on
controller. Use the RGBW keys to adjust the color spectrum. When
desired colorspectrum is acheived, press the ENTER/RESUME key .
7. To program color spectrums for MOONLIGHT, press and “L3” will display on controller.
Use the RGBW keys to adjust the color spectrum. When desired color
spectrum is acheived, press the ENTER/RESUME key .
NOTE: In TIMER B Mode, the “S” key can only be used on-demand and cannot be
programmed into the daily lighting schedule.
HOUR
+
-
MINUTE
ENTER
ENTER
RESUME
ENTER
ENTER
RESUME
HOUR
+
-
MINUTE
ENTER
ENTER
RESUME
-
MINUTE
PROGRAMMING BACKGROUND LIGHT:
1. To program a custom background color, press the RGB Fade key . When desired
color spectrum is reached, press the RGB Fade key again, then press and hold “M” key
“bCL” will display on screen and custom color is now saved.
2. To turn Background Light ON/OFF or adjust brightness, simply toggle the background
ON/OFF key . There are 3 settings - OFF (display reads bOFF), 50% brightness (display
reads b50), and 100% brightness (display reads b100).
3. To display any of the background fades on-demand, simply press the fade colors desired,
display will read b1 , b2 , b3 or b4 . Press RESUME TIMER key to exit
and resume 24-hour mode.
ENTER
ENTER
RESUME
ENTER
ENTER
RESUME
M
OFF
TIMER
ENTER
RESUME
TIMER
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SAFETY & WARRANTY INFORMATION
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Always unplug with dry hands for maintenance or servicing.
Turn all controllers OFF and disconnect power supply before
performing any service or maintenance.
This product MUST be powered by a UL or ETL listed power supply.
To avoid possible electric shock, power supply MUST be plugged
into a GFCI wall outlet installed by a certified electrician in
accordance with all local codes. All products must have a drip loop.
This product MUST be purchased from an authorized Current-USA
reseller. Visit our website for a list of unauthorized resellers.
Current USA, Inc. warrants this product against defects in
materials and worksmanship for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of
original retail purchase and is none transferable.
Current-USA One Year Limited Warranty
GFCI Outlet
Drip
Loop
Drip
Loop
coming in contact with electrical connections and power
