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SWISSON can easily and economically be integrated into any lighting system where it is desirable to split and boost DMX and RDM signals. While the XSP splits and boost only DMX signals, the XSR also detects RDM data and uses its bidirectional functionality to report back to the controller (Lighting Board).
Do not operate the device if any cover or component is missing, damaged or deformed. Refer any service operation not described is this manual to SWISSON AG. Provide unrestricted airflow around the device. Do not operate the device where the ambient temperature exceed 55 C ...
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On installations with excessively long cable runs the DMX and/or RDM signal can be compromised or significantly weakened by the distance. good signal weak signal bad signal The XSP/XSR boosts the signals thus eliminating signal interference encountered in such situations. good signal weak signal good signal Regeneration In harsh environments DMX and RDM signals can be disturbed or corrupted.
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A simple split of signal lines is not allowed. The bidirectional operation of RDM is even more sensitive to the split than DMX. not allowed A split of the signal lines is possible with the XSR / XSP by using different output ports. Reduction of Reflection Problems Signal reflection is a common problem in large DMX installations or on long signal lines.
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In case of an over voltage on the DMX and RDM line(s), all devices on that line can be damaged. The XSP/XSR separates the line into multiple segments. The over voltage is restricted to the concerned segment. The XSP/XSR itself is well protected against transient over voltage and the optical isolation of each port prevents a damage to other ports and segments in case of a permanent over voltage.
Out Port 4 Mains Connection Two different mains connections are available: The US versions are delivered by SWISSON with an "Edison Plug" (NEMA-5-15). These models carry a "-US" suffix at the end. The international versions are supplied plugless. SWISSON distributors or dealers may deliver the devices with a country specific plug.
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A green LED indicates if a signal is available at the Input port. A red LED indicates if the received signal is faulty. The XSP has a built-in line termination. This can be activated by pressing the termination button. A LED indicates if the termination is activated.
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The THRU port is hardwired with the INPUT port and allows to daisy-chain the devices, even when the XSR is not powered. On all XSP and XSR models with a 5-Pin XLR connector the pin 4 and 5 are also looped through to the THRU port.
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Line Termination All XSP and XSR splitters have a built-in line termination. The termination is activated by pressing the termination button. On terminal and Installation versions the button can only be accessed using a tool (such as a paper clip).
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145cm M10 female threat for clamp 45mm Ring for safety wire 217.5mm 112mm The M10 screw which enters the XSP/XSR should not exceed a maximum length of 20mm. 20mm MAX Clamp is not included with the XSP/XSR.
Terminal Models The terminal models of the XSP/XSR series come with pluggable terminal blocks. The terminal blocks are located on the back of the devices. XSP/XSR terminal models are shipped with the terminal blocks. They can accept wires up to AWG 17 (~1mm )
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XSP Standard Program 10 11 63 XSP-3B 11 11 63 XSP-3B-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 11 74 XSP-3R 11 11 74 XSP-3R-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 11 85 XSP-3R-3R 11 11 85...
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10 11 60 XSP-5B5 11 11 60 XSP-5B5-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 11 70 XSP-5R5 11 11 70 XSP-5R5-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 11 80 XSP-5R5-5R5 11 11 80 XSP-5R5-5R5-US (with NEMA 5-15)
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10 11 50 XSP-TR5 11 11 50 XSP-TR5-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view OUT 5 OUT 4 OUT 3 OUT 2 OUT 1 THRU Rear view 10 11 51 XSP-TR5-TR5 11 11 51 XSP-TR5-TR5-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view OUT 5...
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10 12 11 XSR-5B 11 12 11 XSR-5B-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 12 21 XSR-5R 11 12 21 XSR-5R-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 12 31 XSR-5R-5R 11 12 31 XSR-5R-5R-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 12 16...
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10 12 35 XSR-5R2-5R2 11 12 35 XSR-5R2-5R2-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 12 34 XSR-5R-5R5 11 12 34 XSR-5R-5R5-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 12 32 XSR-5R-3R 11 12 32 XSR-5R-3R-US (with NEMA 5-15) Front view Rear view 10 12 50...
The information in this documentation is supplied without warranty of any kind, either directly or indirectly, and is subject to change without prior written notice. SWISSON AG, its employees or appointed representatives will not be held responsible for any damages to software, hardware, or data, arising as a direct or indirect result of operating and/or handling the product(s) mentioned herein.
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