Hi, I work on an art installation outdoor in singapore right now, where there's very heavy rain. Our system usually can stand rain to some extent. The leds are connected to dimmers that are protected from weather, but there might be a risk as connectors to the leds are exposed (those are XLR connectors)
Anyway my question is: does it make a difference in regards to risks of short-circuit (between +12V and negative that are used to dim) if the dimmer is on, but the lights are all turned off, compared to turning the leds on? what may be the risk?
(I understand it's better to leave everything powered so the ciruitry stays a bit hot and don't risk humidity)
thanks for your answer
Anyway my question is: does it make a difference in regards to risks of short-circuit (between +12V and negative that are used to dim) if the dimmer is on, but the lights are all turned off, compared to turning the leds on? what may be the risk?
(I understand it's better to leave everything powered so the ciruitry stays a bit hot and don't risk humidity)
thanks for your answer