Connections - OBSIDIAN CONTROL SYSTEMS Netron RDM6XL Installation Manual

C O N N E C T I O N S
A C C O N N E C T I O N S
The Obsidian Control Systems Netron RDM6XL and RDM645 are rated 100-240V 50/60Hz and
accept AC mains power over a range of 90-264V 50/60Hz. Do not connect it to power outside this
range. Damage resulting from incorrect connection is not covered under warranty.
North America: A cable with a NEMA 15-5P plug is provided for use with the RDM6XL and RDM645
in the USA and Canada. This approved cable must be used in North America.
Rest of the world: The provided True1 cable is not fitted with a country-specific plug. Install only a plug that
meets local and or national electrical codes and is suitable for the country's specific requirements.
A 3-prong grounded-type (earthed type) plug must be installed following the plug manufacturer's
instructions. To apply power to the product: In addition to the input, the unit has a loop through
IEC output connection, allowing daisy chaining between multiple RDM6XLs and RDM645s. Do not
exceed 6A total power draw from the IEC output.
D M X C O N N E C T I O N S : R D M 6 X L
All DMX Output connections are 5pin female XLR; however, the pin-out on all sockets is pin 1 to shield, pin 2
to cold (-), and pin 3 to hot (+). Pins 4 and 5 are not used.
Carefully connect DMX cables to the respective ports.
To prevent damaging the DMX ports, provide strain relief and support. Avoid connecting FOH Snakes to the
ports directly.
Pin Connection
1 Com
2 Data -
3 Data +
4 Not connected
5 Not connected
D M X C O N N E C T I O N S : R D M 6 4 5
All DMX Output connections are RJ45 (see chart below).
Carefully connect DMX configured RJ45 cables to their respective ports.
To prevent damaging the RJ45 ports, provide strain relief and support. Avoid connecting FOH Snakes to the
ports directly.
L Connection
1 Data +
2 Data -
3 Not connected
4 Not connected
5 Not connected
6 Not connected
7 Com
8 Com
Shield Earth
10