What are two easy ways to count my bulbs on my Trimlight system?
Knowing how many bulbs are installed on each section of your Trimlight system can make custom programming much easier. An accurate count is especially useful when creating color zones, because the app needs the number of lights connected to each controller output to place colors in the correct areas of the home. The two tutorials below demonstrate different ways to find your bulb count. Choose the method that feels most comfortable, and keep a written record of the total for each section or controller output.
Method One: Count in Groups of 30
The first tutorial demonstrates how to display 30 red lights at a time across the roofline. Counting the lights in consistent groups is often easier than trying to track every individual bulb from one end of the home to the other.
As each group appears, record the completed set of 30. When you reach the end of the lighting run, add the full groups and any remaining bulbs together to determine the total. Work carefully and review the roofline from a position where every illuminated section is visible.
Method Two: Use the Quicker Counting Technique
The second tutorial provides another method that can be simpler than counting repeated groups of 30. Follow the steps shown in the video and compare the result with the first method when possible.
Using both techniques can help confirm that your final number is accurate. Pay attention to separate rooflines, garages, peaks, and other areas that may be connected to different controller outputs.