Dip Switches; Technical Data - Barthelme CHROMOFLEX RC Manual

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Here: All modules set to Network 8
(= Factory default)
ON
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Chromoflex RC
Normal
ON
1 2 3 4
Chromoflex RC
Normal
ON
1 2 3 4
Chromoflex RC
Normal
Even if other modules (non-"Master") are switched on later, they will receive (at least after a few seconds) the settings from
the Master.
The communication of the Radio Remote Control or the PC dongle with the Master is 2-way. But the master itself sends
signals to the other modules only in one direction. However, this is safe, because if any packet goes lost, the next will follow
after a few seconds. Even if many packets are lost, the network will still work synchronously.
It is good practice to set a module in the middle of the network as Master. If there is one of the other modules too far from
the master, it will not follow reliable (or not at all) to the Master's commands (so this can be recognised easily).
A word about the range: The Radio Remote Control has a less strong antenna (it is inside of the enclosure) than the
Chromoflex RC modules or the USB dongle. The range of the Radio Remote Control is therefore normally below the range
of e.g. Master to other modules. To achieve a good range, we recommend justifying the antenna of the Chromoflex RC
modules directly „into the air". Dense materials (especially if close to the antenna) like stone, concrete and metal parts may
reduce the range significantly. In case of weak signals, sometimes it often already helps if the module is moved some
centimetres.
DIP-Switches
The selected Network and the Master mode are set with a small 4-DIP switch inside of the module. The top of the cover can
be removed easily.
Important: Do not touch the electronic components; electrostatic discharge my cause damage to them. Use something spiky
and non-conductive to turn the DIP switches.
Important: All changes of the DIP switches are recognised only after reset or power on!

Technical Data

Power supply: 7 - 26 volt (+ 5%), regulated. Important: The power supply should have an equivalent pulse load. Unregulated
or weak power supplies may cause flickering or malfunctions.
Module current (without LED lamps): ca. 10 - 20mA
Operating temperature: 0°C - max. + 50°C (recommended: < = 30°C) (Use only in dry places with sufficient air ventilation)
Radio frequency: 868.3MHz (licence-free in EC, Switzerland, Norway and Iceland)
Modulation system: The Chromoflex modules are based on a digital system, named „Vector-Fractal-Modulation" or „VFM".
This modulation system was optimised for minimising load on power supplies and has considerable advantages compared
to traditional systems. The modulation frequency is in the range from 120Hz up to (max.) 240Hz. Patent pending.
Model „Chromoflex RC i350"
Pulsed constant current, ca. 350mA per channel (3 channels). Highly efficient switching regulators are used.
Model „Chromoflex RC Stripe"
Pulsed constant voltage, maximum allowed current: 4 ampere per channel (3 channels) - max. 12 ampere.
Master: DIP1=On
ON
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Chromoflex RC
- 4 -
Radio Remote Control
(set to "Master"-Mode)
Important: A "Master" is only required
if more than one modules are in the.
same network.
Normal: DIP1=Off
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Chromoflex RC
Subject to technical modifications
Rev. 13.04.2015
ON