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Old 12-29-2018, 01:14 PM   #1
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LED Dimmer

I assume my 2019 369 ceiling lights are LED’s. Are they the type that will allow dimming? Can anyone recommend a specific dimmer brand/model? Thanks for any input!
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Old 12-29-2018, 05:49 PM   #2
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Probably not the type you can dim.
Just remember they are 12 volt DC LED lights and not 120 volts AC power source.
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Old 12-29-2018, 06:04 PM   #3
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You probably have LED lights... they come in bright blu-white and more subdued warm-white styles.

Chances are you will have to buy replacement bulbs to get the different color.

I would put some colored plastic film or a shade over the lens for something easy.

Read info here to better understand LED intensity (lumens and color range) and maybe add a battery-operated fixture that is less intense and just shut off the original.

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Old 12-29-2018, 07:47 PM   #4
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Here is a PWM dimmer for incandescent and dimmable LED's. It does not have to be connected to both the positive and negative power wires of the LED's, only the positive power wire. Here also is a typical interconnect. The dimmer is rated at 7 amps. Available on EBAY and Amazon and probably others. Hope this helps.
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Old 12-29-2018, 10:05 PM   #5
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LED Dimmer

I bought one for $29.95 online. Not any dimmer will work properly. It must be a PWM type. Also not all LEDs are dimmable. You will need a neutral wire to the switch and also need to know if you have negative or positive grounded light fixtures. Please ask any questions.
I have a 2013 378XL. We love our dimmer, especially for movie night.
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Old 12-31-2018, 05:59 PM   #6
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This one looks really high end.


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S683FXW...03_01_t_ttl_lh


Or economy model:


https://www.amazon.com/Hiletgo-DC12-...0GYC8RQ14VS8FN


...but remember, these cannot replace in-line switches.
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