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PXLNET TRANSMITTER
MANUAL
Product number: 20342
v1.8 - November 2021

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  • Page 1 PXLNET TRANSMITTER MANUAL Product number: 20342 v1.8 - November 2021...
  • Page 2: Thank You For Choosing Digidot

    These products allow you to send PxLNet, which is a high speed and long range SPI protocol. Install the DiGidot C4 controllers and PxLNet Transceivers in a central place for easy access and maintainability.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING DIGIDOT! TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION CONTENTS FEATURE LIST PXLNET TRANSMITTER TECHNICAL DRAWINGS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION Safety instructions INSTALLATION & WIRING Wiring Mounting Power supply Connecting power WIRING SCHEMES OPERATION TIPS & TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    The DiGidot PxLNet Transmitter is a small extension module that can be connected to the DiGidot C4 outputs. It converts SPI or DMX TTL signals to PxLNet in order to send them across large distance. Any industry standard SPI protocol that can be outputted from an SPI controller, can be converted.
  • Page 5: Technical Drawings

    TECHNICAL DRAWINGS PxLNet Transmitter (20342) Manual Version 1.8 - November 2021 | 5 17...
  • Page 6: Product Description

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Description 1 4x PxLNet RJ45 output ports 2 Status led power on (green) 3 Status led transmitting data (yellow) 4 Power input | Left = DC- (GND) | Right = DC+ 5 Power indicator LED (blue) 6 I/O Connector to DiGidot C4...
  • Page 7: Technical Specifications

    5 years carry in factory warranty Components: RU Certified Compliances: CE, RoHs, ETL pending Applied standards: EN60950-1:2006 +A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12:2011 + A2:2013, IEC60950-1 / EN60950-1, EN61006-6-3, EN55032 PxLNet Transmitter (20342) Manual Version 1.8 - November 2021 | 7 17...
  • Page 8: Before Installation

    DiGidot Technologies B.V. cannot be held liable for any consequences. Repairs of this product may only be carried out by the manufacturer DiGidot Technologies B.V. ‣ Repairs and maintenance on the installation may only be carried out by qualified technicians.
  • Page 9: Installation & Wiring

    INSTALLATION & WIRING Wiring Please follow these instructions when connecting your DiGidot System. Make sure to power the DiGidot C4 and PxLNet Transmitter individually. Use the supplied Power Jack cable to power the DiGidot C4. 12-24 VDC PxLNet Transmitter (20342) Manual Version 1.8 - November 2021 |...
  • Page 10: Mounting

    2. Remove the terminal connector from the DiGidot C4 I/O port 3. Connect the I/O connector of the DiGidot PxLNet Transmitter to the I/O port of the DiGidot C4 controller in upright position and push the connector in straight and firmly.
  • Page 11: Power Supply

    SELV rated power supply that provides appropriate power at the required supply voltage; 12-24 V Connecting power Connect the power supply, DC+ and DC- (GND) to the corresponding power inputs of the DiGidot PxLNet Transmitter terminal connector. When the Transmitter is powered and started up, the status light next to the power input will show a blue light.
  • Page 12: Wiring Schemes

    Following wiring schemes show various options to connect the PxLNet Transmitter. Wiring scheme 1: Connect Transmitter to C4 The PxLNet Transmitter connects directly to the DiGidot C4. In case of third party SPI controllers a PxLNet Transceiver Bus Adapter (sold separately) must be placed on the terminal connector.
  • Page 13 Wiring scheme 2: Connecting to PxLNet Transceiver The PxLNet Transmitter can be connected to a PxLNet Transceiver to send signals across large distances. For more wiring options, please refer to the PxLNet Transceiver manual. 5-48 VDC 12-24 VDC Wiring scheme 3: Connecting to DMX products...
  • Page 14: Operation

    OPERATION The DiGidot PxLNet Transmitter automatically converts any SPI output protocol to PxLNet and sends it up to 250 meters (820 ft) away to a PxLNet Transceiver, where it will be converted to the original protocol. In order to transmit the DMX protocol directly from the PxLNet Transmitter, select ‘DMX TTL' as output protocol in the DiGidot C4 interface.
  • Page 15: Tips & Troubleshooting

    Use the highlight option to test the outputs. 9. Double check if all grounds (DC-) from all power supplies that are connected to all lighting products which are controlled from one DiGidot C4 and PxLNet Transmitter, are connected. GENERAL INFORMATION Online resources For technical specifications, latest documentation, manuals, product information and further support...
  • Page 16: Compliances & Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Compliances & EU declaration of Conformity This product is designed and produced by DiGidot Technologies B.V., Amsterdam, The Netherlands. CE-Marking Hereby, DiGidot Technologies BV declares that this product complies with and was tested according to, all essential requirements of all relevant CE directives.
  • Page 17: Feedback

    Any form of unintended or misuse of this information and/or DiGidot products indemnifies DiGidot Technologies B.V. from liability and warranty obligations.

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