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- Page 1 The SHoW DMX™ User’s Manual Rev 1.5 © 2008 City Theatrical, Inc. SHoW DMX Transceivers are covered by U.S. Patent # 7,432,803 and other patents pending.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Contents Figures ..........................3 RADIO COMPLIANCE INFORMATION................5 5692 SHoW DMX Radio CE Declaration of Conformity ..........8 SYSTEM COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ................ 9 Safety Notices ........................9 System Overview ......................10 DMX System Flow ....................... 11 RDM System Flow....................... -
Page 3: Figures
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual The 5610 and 5611 SHoW DMX Receiver ..............25 Controls, Connections and Features ................25 Front Panel ........................25 Back Panel ........................26 SHoW ID:........................27 RDM Settings ......................27 Misc. Settings ......................27 The 5620 SHoW DMX Dimmer .................. - Page 4 The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual 4 of 48 Pages Rev 1.4 11-17-08...
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Page 5: Radio Compliance Information
20 centimeters is maintained between the Product’s antenna and personnel in the vicinity of the device. Modification Warning Caution: changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly approved by City Theatrical Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada Notifications This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. - Page 6 SMA plug reverse Nearson S141AH-2450 Omni whip 2dBi polarity MMCX jack on 4” coax Centurion WCP2400-MMCX4 Omni whip 2.5dBi pigtail CE Mark Conformity City Theatrical Inc. declares that this product conforms to the specifications 6 of 48 Pages Rev 1.4 11-17-08...
- Page 7 User’s Manual listed in this manual, following the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC: City Theatrical Inc. vakuuttaa täten että dieses produkt tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien näiden direktiivien muiden ehtojen mukainen. City Theatrical Inc. déclare que le produit est conforme aux conditions essentielles et aux dispositions relatives à...
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Page 8: 5692 Show Dmx Radio Ce Declaration Of Conformity
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual 5692 SHoW DMX Radio CE Declaration of Conformity 8 of 48 Pages Rev 1.4 11-17-08... -
Page 9: System Compliance Information
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual SYSTEM COMPLIANCE INFORMATION The 5610 and 5611 Receiver and 5620 Dimmer are ETL and cETL Listed as follows: • ETL Listed, Conforms to UL 508A • cETL Listed, Certified to Can/CSA Standard 22.2 14-95 The 5601 Transmitter, the 5611 Receiver, and the 5620 Dimmer are CE Certified Standards Applied:... -
Page 10: System Overview
City Theatrical. The SHoW DMX System includes a wide range of products which you may review at our website (www.citytheatrical.com) or in our catalog. -
Page 11: Dmx System Flow
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual DMX System Flow DMX 512 control data from any standard DMX 512 console is output to the SHoW DMX Transmitter, which converts that DMX data to a radio signal and broadcasts it to the SHoW DMX Receiver (or Receivers). -
Page 12: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (Fhss) Radio Technology
The Advanced Wireless DMX Broadcast Features of SHoW DMX A Custom-Built Radio City Theatrical realized the next generation of wireless DMX equipment needed to be custom-tailored to meet the specific requirements of a wireless DMX system, so we developed a purpose-built radio transceiver with many advanced features that is 12 of 48 Pages Rev 1.4 11-17-08... -
Page 13: Optimized High-Speed Wireless Data Transmission
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual specifically designed just to broadcast and receive DMX/RDM data. These advanced features are explained in the paragraphs below. Optimized High-Speed Wireless Data Transmission The SHoW DMX Transceiver’s high-speed through-air data structure has been optimized for wireless DMX delivery so that the system is utilized as efficiently as possible. -
Page 14: Full Bandwidth Hopping
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Full Bandwidth Hopping SHoW DMX offers more than one kind of user-selectable FHSS hopping mode. In full bandwidth hopping mode, the system will continuously hop across the full 2.4Ghz spectrum, providing the most robust and interference-immune delivery mode available. The system supports 16 different full bandwidth hopping patterns, which can be used at any power setting, allowing a number of separate systems to broadcast multiple DMX Universes in the same venue or setting. -
Page 15: The Show Dmx User Interface
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual BUTTON PAD LCD DISPLAY DOWN Figure 1, SHoW DMX Front Panel The SHoW DMX User Interface The SHoW DMX Transmitter, Receiver, and Dimmer all share the same basic user interface; a button pad for user control and an LCD screen that displays menu settings, configuration options, performance data, and any other text or graphics that relate to unit function. - Page 16 The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual possible. 2. Connect the DMX 512 Console’s DMX output to the SHOW DMX Transmitter via a standard DMX 512 cable and power up the console. 3. Install the SHoW DMX Receiver in the desired location. Avoid placing the Receiver so that there is a radio barrier between it and the Transmitter.
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Page 17: The 5600 And 5601 Show Dmx Transmitter
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual The 5600 and 5601 SHoW DMX Transmitter Standard CTI 7" DMX Termination Switch 5PXLRM, Omnidirectional Antenna for DMX/RDM Input Reset Switch 5PXLRF, for Power Input Jack DMSX/RDM Output LCD Display Control Button Pad RJ45 Connector for ACN, Artnet, etc. -
Page 18: Back Panel
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual screen for 2 seconds. To unlock the button panel, press and hold both right and left buttons until the word “Unlocked” appears. The button panel lock timeout can be set from 5 to 60 seconds via the Misc. Menu (see below). -
Page 19: The Show Dmx Transmitter Menu Structure
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual The SHoW DMX Transmitter Menu Structure The SHoW DMX System has many user configurable features to enhance performance and minimize impact on other RF systems. The SHoW ID allows most of the critical RF settings to be set in the Transmitter, and then easily transferred to the Receiver by simply setting the SHoW ID in the Receiver (see About Show ID, below). -
Page 20: Dmx Universe
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual DMX Universe. Art-Net can support a theoretical maximum of 256 DMX universes. These are divided into 16 groups, called Subnets. Each Subnet can contain up to 16 different DMX universes. The SHoW DMX transmitter needs to be told which subnet, and which DMX universe within that subnet to broadcast. -
Page 21: To View Actual Auto Assigned Art-Net Ip Address
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual To View actual Auto assigned Art-Net ip address . From the default top screen on the LCD display. Push Enter. The display will read: RF Settings Push Down. Repeat until the display reads: Network Settings. -
Page 22: Rf Settings
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual This is not relevant to Art-Net. Push Down. The display will read: ETH MAC: xxxxxxxxxxxx (This is the transmitter unique MAC address, and is not editable) Pushing Back will step back up through the menu options until the top default screen is reached. -
Page 23: Input Settings
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Bandwidth: Select one of 4 Bandwidth options: Full, WiFi 1-6, WiFi 4-9, or WiFi 7-12. # of Channels (limited burst): Select the full burst of 512 DMX channels (slots), or a shorter limited burst. Limited burst options begin with 30 DMX channels and increase in increments of 32, e.g. -
Page 24: Rdm Settings
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual RDM Settings The RDM Settings Menu controls the RDM settings for the Transmitter Disabled/Enabled: Enables or Disables the RDM proxy features. Responder functions can not be disabled. Choosing enabled will initiate a proxy discovery. RDM Label: This is an editable field that allows the user to create a unique alpha-numeric 32 character RDM label for the unit Devices Found: Indicates the number of RDM responder devices discovered by... -
Page 25: The 5610 And 5611 Show Dmx Receiver
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual The 5610 and 5611 SHoW DMX Receiver Standard CTI 7" 5PXLRF, Reset Switch Omnidirectional Antenna for DMX/RDM Output DC Power Input Jack, IEC Inlet, for battery power for mains power LCD Display Control Button Pad DMX Output POWER INPUT... -
Page 26: Back Panel
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Back Panel DC Power Input Jack: This is the +12VDC power input for the 5610/5611 Receiver, and mates directly with the plug on the CTI # 5525 and 5527 power supplies, as well as the CTI # 5550 Battery Twofer. -
Page 27: Show Id
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual After power-up the LCD display will read: SHoW DMX Rx SHoW ID: X alternating with: SHoW DMX Rx IN/OUT of Range and: Signal: -XXXdBm The Start Up display reports RF connection status (“In Range” or “Out of Range”), reports the SHoW ID that the Receiver is configured for (see RF Settings Below), and reports the RF signal strength. -
Page 28: The 5620 Show Dmx Dimmer
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual The 5620 SHoW DMX Dimmer DMX Termination Switch 3x2 45A Anderson PowerPole Reset Switch for Dimmer Outputs 1x2 45A Anderson PowerPole for DCV Input 5PXLRM for DMX/RDM Input LCD Display Control Button Pad 5PXLRF for DMX/RDM Pass Thru 5620 SHoW DMX 3 Channel DImmer 5620 SHoW DMX 3 Channel Dimmer... -
Page 29: Addressing
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Be sure the power connection is polarized correctly before connecting an alternative supply. Anderson 45A Power Pole DC Power Dimmer Output Connectors (Yellow/Blue): These are the +VDC dimmed outputs for the 5620 Dimmer, and are labelled A, B and C. They mate directly with the 30A and 45A Anderson Power Pole connectors on CTI Anderson Twofers, cable assemblies, and other devices. -
Page 30: Level Tests
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual DMX Personality: Set the DMX Personality for the Dimmer as either Triple Dimmer, Double Dimmer, or Single Dimmer Level Tests Dimmer A Level: Set Dimmer A to a Level in % Dimmer B Level: Set Dimmer B to a Level in % Dimmer C Level: Set Dimmer C to a Level in % Curve Selection Dimmer Curve A: Select either ISL, Linear, LED, or Non-Dim. -
Page 31: Configuring A Transmitter/Receiver Pair For Optimal Reception
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual • Outdoors, locate the Transmitter and Receiver(s) up high on a secure mounting position such as a truss, pole or other firm platform such as the edge of a building roof. • Indoors, locate the Transmitter and Receiver(s) so they are above the floor and equidistant from other planar surfaces such as ceilings, walls etc. -
Page 32: Configuring Multiple Receivers
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual which include metal, glass and water (if the barriers include some of these things, the system may still work well but may require a higher power setting). 3. Connect and power up the Transmitter and Receiver. Connect an active DMX source (such as a console) to the Transmitter and confirm it is receiving DMX (on the Start Up menu, the display should read DMX: OK). -
Page 33: Working With Multiple Dmx Universes
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual that adjusting the Receiver Broadcast power has no effect during plain DMX transmission. If RDM is not being used, you can leave the Receivers at the default setting of 10mW. Working with multiple DMX Universes When multiple wireless systems are used in the same environment, SHoW DMX can operate with up to 16 Transmitter/Universes in one system, and can operate with up to 8 Transmitter/Universes with little or no wireless data loss. -
Page 34: Limited Burst Dmx Transmission
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Figure 8, SHoW DMX Limited Bandwidth (WiFi 1-6) with WiFi Transmission Figure 8 (shows a WiFi Transmission (to the right of the image) assigned to WiFi channel 11 and a SHoW DMX Limited Bandwidth transmission (on the left of the image) assigned to WiFi 1 –... -
Page 35: Adjustable Broadcast Power
FCC (394mW ETSI) broadcast power, 10mW is adequate for many professional venues. Working With Remote Device Management (RDM) The City Theatrical SHoW DMX system incorporates Remote Device Management protocol to provide a powerful system management tool as well as to integrate SHoW DMX into the growing network of ANSI/ESTA RDM users. -
Page 36: Rdm Basics
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual features in the OEM units provide manufacturers with a powerful interface for adapting the SHoW DMX OEMs to their own equipment SHoW DMX Transmitters, Receivers, and 3 Channel Dimmers are all fully functional RDM Responders, and can be used in any ANSI/ESTA E1.20 RDM compliant system. -
Page 37: The Show Dmx Rdm Monitor
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual different data than all 0s. The data in that first byte identifies the packet as an RDM rater than DMX packet. An RDM system consists of a controller and one or more responders. These units will normally be operating as a conventional DMX network. -
Page 38: Figure 10, Network Configuration Example
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual is addressed as 192.168.1.101, subnet 255.255.255.0, you could set your PC to Static IP 192.168.1.2 with subnet 255.255.255.0 (see Fig. 10 below): Figure 10, Network Configuration Example b. To connect the PC via an existing Ethernet Hub or Switch: i. -
Page 39: Figure 11, The Rf Configuration Screen
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Figure 11, the RF Configuration Screen You can use the RF Configuration Screen to configure all of the RF parameters of your Transmitter. All of these options are also available via the RF Settings Menu in the front panel interface. -
Page 40: Figure 12, The Input Configuration Screen
(Select DMX/RDM for either DMX or RDM). All of these options are also available via the Input Settings Menu in the front panel interface. Contact City Theatrical Inc. for information about firmware upgrades and support 40 of 48 Pages Rev 1.4 11-17-08... -
Page 41: Figure 13, The Remote Device Management Screen
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Figure 13, the Remote Device Management Screen Use this screen to enable or disable RDM operation, and to create a unique RDM Label for your Transmitter. RDM Enable/Disable is also available via the RDM Settings Menu in the front panel interface. -
Page 42: Figure 14, The Network Configuration Screen
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Figure 14, the Network Configuration Screen Use this screen to configure the Ethernet connectivity parameters for both the web server Ethernet connection (the RJ45 connector labeled MANAGEMENT), and the Ethernet lighting control connection (the RJ45 connector labeled ACN/Art-Net). All of these options are also available via the Network Settings Menu in the front panel interface. -
Page 43: Figure 15, The Rdm Discovery Screen
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Figure 15, the RDM Discovery Screen Use the RDM Discovery Screen to initiate RDM Discovery and view and manage connected RDM responders on your Transmitter’s RDM network. Once you perform a Discovery operation, the system will display an icon on this page for every discovered RDM device. -
Page 44: High Power And Directional Antennas
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual High Power and Directional Antennas The SHoW DMX System includes four different directional high powered antennas, which are listed in Appendix B. These antennas are approved for use in North America with CTI # 5600 Transmitters and CTI # 5610 Receivers, and with CTI # 5607 OEM Transmitters and CTI # 5605 OEM Receivers, and in most cases aren’t approved for use with the 5601, 5611, 5606 or 5608 International units, as they are too powerful for the limits placed on 2.4Ghz broadcast equipment by the European (CE) rules... -
Page 45: Appendix A, Show Dmx Model Summary
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual Appendix A, SHoW DMX Model Summary SHoW SHoW DMX SHoW DMX SHoW DMX SHoW DMX SHoW DMX Model Transmitter- Transmitter- OEM Receiver Transmitter - Transmitter - Receiver- -Int Model 5600 5601 5605 5606 5607 5608... - Page 46 The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual SHoW DMX SHoW DMX SHoW DMX SHoW DMX SHoW DMX Model Transceiver - Receiver-NA Receiver-Int Dimmer Transceiver - Int Model Number 5610 5611 5620 5691 5692 5mW FCC 5mW FCC 5mW FCC 5mW ETSI 10mW FCC 10mW FCC...
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Page 47: Appendix B, Show Dmx Accessory Antennas
Appendix B, SHoW DMX Accessory Antennas CTI Part # Description Notes Azimuth Patterns Elevation Patterns Photo This panel antenna is a directional unit with a 60º Beam spread, and It has twice the gain of the Standard SHoW DMX 5dBi Omni. A good general purpose choice where extra range is required or where environmental interference or reflections are a... -
Page 48: Rev 1.4
The SHoW DMX Wireless Data System User’s Manual CTI Part # Description Notes Azimuth Patterns Elevation Patterns Photo This highly directional Yagi antenna has a 55º Beam width and more that twice the total gain of the Standard SHoW DMX 5dBi Omni. Yagi 5634 10dBi Yagi antennas focus most of their energy...
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