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Introduction
The ST-HUB CueStation Universal Network Hub (the
CueStation Hub) is used to power and communicate with an
array of digital CueStations (both 2-Wire and 5-Wire types).
The ST-HUB and ST-HUBD communicate with the host
controller via an RS-232 serial interface, and the ST-HUB-EN
and ST-HUBD-EN (Ethernet option) can communicate with
the host controller by either RS-232 Ethernet messages.
CueServer must be configured to use either RS-232 or
Ethernet in order to communicate with the CueStation
hub properly (System Preferences > Button Settings).
Although the CueStation Hub is designed to integrate directly
with the CueServer family of lighting control processors, it
can also be used for custom projects that do not involve
CueServer. The communication protocols are freely available
from our web site.
Connecting the Hardware
In additional to the main power supply input for the CueStation Hub, there are two host interfaces, two button station interfaces and two
auxiliary ports available on the Hub. This section describes the use and configuration of each.
Power Supply
The CueStation Hub requires it's own local power supply, from 12
to 24 volts, either AC or DC.
There are two power input jacks on the Hub, a 2.1mm DC Input
Jack and a 2-Position Terminal Block. You can use either one,
but not both. If the 2.1mm DC Input Jack is used, it electrically
disconnects the circuit from the Terminal Block input.
For example, if a power supply outputs 630mA at 24VDC, it is
typically enough current to handle up to six 2-Wire or 5-Wire
stations connected to the Hub.
The amount of current required can be calculated by using one of the following equations (the current is dependent on
the number of CueStations connected to the Hub):
• In Watts:
• In Milliamps (12VDC): 500mA + 125mA per per Station (2-Wire and 5-Wire)
• In Milliamps (24VDC): 250mA + 63mA per per Station (2-Wire and 5-Wire)
Interactive Technologies, Inc.
5040 Magnolia Creek Drive
Cumming, GA 30028 USA
678-455-9019 (Phone)
678-455-9071 (Fax)
ST-HUB, ST-HUBD, ST-HUB-EN, ST-HUBD-EN
CueStation Universal Network Hub
Hardware and Installation Guide
6 Watts + 1.5 Watts per Station (2-Wire and 5-Wire)
CueStation
™
Universal Network Hub
Power Input
Ethernet
12-24V AC/DC
Copyright © Interactive Technologies, Inc. - www.interactive-online.com
Station Bus
4-Wire
2-Wire
V+
V-
S
B A
Y
X
Ethernet
CueStation
™
Universal Network Hub
Power Input
12-24V AC/DC
Copyright © Interactive Technologies, Inc. - www.interactive-online.com
Distributor:
Serial Port
Auxiliary Ports
RS-232
RS-485
G
Rx
Tx
G
B
A
Bus Com
Ethernet
Serial Port
Use either the 2.1mm DC
Power Input Jack or the
2-Position Terminal Block
Phone: 407-857-8770
Fax: 407-857-8771
Email: sales@techni-lux.com
www.techni-lux.com
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Summary of Contents for Interactive Technologies CueStation ST-HUB
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Page 1: Connecting The Hardware
RS-232 serial interface, and the ST-HUB-EN Serial Port and ST-HUBD-EN (Ethernet option) can communicate with Copyright © Interactive Technologies, Inc. - www.interactive-online.com the host controller by either RS-232 Ethernet messages. CueServer must be configured to use either RS-232 or... - Page 2 Ethernet Jack If the Hub is outfitted with the optional Ethernet option (ST-HUB-EN, ST-HUBD-EN), you can connect a standard CAT-5 type Ethernet cable to the Ethernet jack. The opposite end of the Ethernet cable should be connected to the appropriate networking equipment, such as an Ethernet Switch or Router, etc.
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Page 3: Configuring Stations
2-Wire Station Bus Wiring The 2-Wire CueStation Bus uses a 2-conductor 16AWG or 18AWG cable (see 2-Wire Specification Sheet for details) to carry both power and data to and from each station location. The network is both topology free (meaning a random combination of “star” and “daisy-chain”... - Page 4 Connecting one or more CueStation Hubs to one or more CueServers There can be several scenarios when connecting multiple CueStation Hubs and one or more CueServers on the same LAN network: One Hub Multiple Hubs Default settings are used. (Hub Button stations with the same Sta- Group ID = 0 on both the Hub tion ID across all hubs will mimic...
- Page 5 Indicator Values Each indicator on a station can be set to one of 8 different colors (including black), with 4 intensity levels and 8 flashing patterns (including “Off” and “On” states). These parameters are combined to provide 256 possible combinations, which can be expressed as a single 8-bit number.
- Page 6 Intensity Color Flash Intensity Color Flash Black Black Black Slow Black Slow Black Rev. Slow Black Rev. Slow Black Fast Black Fast Black Rev. Fast Black Rev. Fast Black Wink Black Wink Black Rev. Wink Black Rev. Wink Black Black Slow Slow Rev.
- Page 7 Intensity Color Flash Intensity Color Flash Black 100% Black Black Slow 100% Black Slow Black Rev. Slow 100% Black Rev. Slow Black Fast 100% Black Fast Black Rev. Fast 100% Black Rev. Fast Black Wink 100% Black Wink Black Rev. Wink 100% Black Rev.
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