Botex DMX Merger DM-2512R User Instructions

Product Decsriptions
Thank you for your purchase this DMX merge unit-19''/1U rackmout. It allows the unit to combine the output of
two DMX Sources. There are 4 operating modes for each DMX Merger, consisting of HTP mode, Backup mode,
Merge mode and LTP mode.
For technical support please contact your BOTEX Distributor or the nearest BOTEX Office.

Operating Mode Selection Dip Switch(SW2)

1. Before operation, ensure the present power & DMX setup connection are correct. Then switch main power
on.
2. When both of two DMX signals are present , DMX indicators A and B will be lit up to indicate two ways
( considered from the A source and the B source ) signal inputs.
Note: If only one way signal input is available, the relative DMX indicator A/B will be lit up.
3. Operation Modes Selection
There are four function operation modes for your selection, available in HTP (Highest Takes Precedence ) mode,
Backup mode, Merge mode and LTP mode.
Operating Mode Switch Settings:
Mode Selection
SW2-1
SW2-2

HTP Mode

Flip Switch2-1 and 2 to "Off" position, this unit will be engaged in HTP (Highest Takes Precedence) mode.
When two DMX signals are present, the highest level between two DMX signals will take precedence and
override the other DMX signal.

BACKUP Mode

Flip dip-switch 1 to "On" and 2 to "Off" position, this unit will be engaged in BACKUP mode. As long as the A
source is supplying valid DMX data the B source will be locked out. On loss of DMX A the B input is automatically
enabled.
User Instructions
HTP Mode
OFF
OFF
1 2
1 2
Backup Mode Merger Mode
ON
OFF
1 2 1 2
3 3
A DMX IN B
LTP Mode
OFF ON
ON ON
2 1
3
DMX OUT
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