G E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O N INTRODUCTION Please read and understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting to operate this device. These instructions contain important safety and use information. UNPACKING Every device has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition.
(including negligence), misrepresentation, strict liability, breach of warranty of Elation or Obsidian Control Systems or any supplier, and even if Elation or Obsidian Control Systems or any supplier has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
This device is a sophisticated piece of electronic equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is important to follow all instructions and guidelines in this manual. OBSIDIAN CONTROL SYSTEMS is not responsible for injury and/or damages resulting from the misuse of this device due to the disregard of the information printed in this manual.
O V E R V I E W The NETRON EP2 is The Netron EP2 is a compact Ethernet to DMX gateway with two RDM compatible ports designed for wall mount, truss mount and standalone installations. It is configurable via its internal web remote and powered over Ethernet or via the convenient USB-C connection.
I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE! ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS A qualified electrician should be used for all electrical connections and/or installations. USE CAUTION WHEN POWER LINKING OTHER MODEL DEVICES AS THE POWER CONSUMPTION OF OTHER MODEL DEVICES MAY EXCEED THE MAXIMUM POWER OUTPUT OF THIS DEVICE.
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S CLAMP INSTALLATION Insert 18.8 steel M10x25mm or M12x25mm bolt (not included) through the respective mounting hole of the clamp (not included), and then thread it into the matching 10M hole on top, or 12M hole on bottom.
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Wall-Mount/Panel Installation: Chassis Disassembly The wall-mount/panel installation option requires the control panel to be removed from the mounting case, the internal multi-use mounting-bracket removed, and then remounted to the junction box.
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Wall-Mount/Panel Installation: Junction Box 1. Mount and secure the internal multi-use mounting- bracket to the junction-box. All wiring and connections must be performed by a qualified electrician.
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Wall-Mount/Panel Installation: American Standard Socket Junction Box 1. Mount and secure the internal multi-use mounting- bracket to the junction-box. All wiring and connections must be performed by a qualified electrician.
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Wall-Mount/Panel Installation: Chassis Reassembly To reconfigure the EP2 to its original form, remount the internal multi-use mounting-bracket to the case and secure it with (4) hex-screws.
C O N N E C T I O N S POWER CONNECTIONS The Obsidian Control Systems Netron EP2 is powered through USB-C or POE. DMX CONNECTIONS: All DMX Output connections are 5pin female XLR; the pin-out on all sockets is pin 1 to shield, pin 2 to cold (-), and pin 3 to hot (+).
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C O N N E C T I O N S : F R O N T & S I D E PA N E L S F R O N T C O N N E C T I O N S Turn to scroll, push-to-select Status Indicators...
M A I N T E N A N C E The Obsidian Control Systems Netron EP2 is designed as rugged, roadworthy device. The only required service is occasional cleaning. For other service-related concerns, please contact your Obsidian Control Systems dealer, or visit www.obsidiancontrol.com.
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Connections Front (2) 5pin DMX/RDM optically isolated ports. Ports are bidirectional for DMX In and Output Side (1) Locking RJ45 Ethernet network connections (POE), USB-C power option (5V, 2A) Physical Length: 4.6 in.