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RC4 Wireless RC4Magic 3 Series Quick Start Manual

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RC4Magic Series 3
DMXio
Wireless DMX Transceiver
Quick Start Guide
Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 RC4Magic Series 3 DMXio Wireless DMX Transceiver Quick Start Guide Rev. 1.0...
  • Page 2 PUSH Hold Func/Shift while tapping button to invoke Shift Functions Blink pattern on power-up indicates selected Hold button while RC4 Private IDentity applying power to invoke Power-up Functions * COP means “Computer Operating Properly.” This indicator always shows a blink pattern, proving that internal firmware is running.
  • Page 3 RC4Magic DMXio Power Input for AC Adaptor (included) RC4 Miniplug Port DMX In/Out Male and Female 5-pin XLR Connections LED Indicators Recessed Buttons RP-SMA Antenna Connector (2.4GHz DMXio-HG + 900MHz DMXio-HG)

  • Page 4: Registering Your Product

    Please complete your registration at: www.rc4wireless.com/support/register/ Get in Touch North Carolina, USA: 1-866-258-4577 or 1-919-229-9950 London, UK: +44 (0)20 3289 8765 Email: support@rc4wireless.com Website: www.rc4wireless.com We’re here to help! James David Smith President and Chief Product Designer RC4 Wireless...
  • Page 5 DMXio System Components To use your DMXio wireless transceiver you will need: • A DMX lighting console or other source of DMX data. • An AC power source for the supplied AC power adaptor. • Another RC4Magic Series 2 or Series 3 transceiver or dimmer to receive the RC4Magic wireless signal you transmit, or to transmit a signal you will receive with this device.

  • Page 6: Performing A Factory Reset

    Performing a Factory Reset If someone else has used your DMXio, or you just want to get back to a known configuration, performing a factory reset is easy: Power on the device. Wait until start-up is complete and the green COP indicator is blinking continuously.
  • Page 7 Confirming and Setting an RC4 System ID All RC4Magic devices being used together must be set to the same RC4 System ID. On power-up, the currently selected System ID is indicated with a blink pattern on the DMX Data and COP indicators. The four different patterns are noted below. The factory default ID0 is indicated with a few rapid blinks of the yellow DMX Data LED on power-up.
  • Page 8 Connecting with other RC4Magic Devices All RC4Magic devices configured on the same RC4 Private IDentity will automatically connect and form a VPN (Virtual Private Network). Confirm that each device in your system is labeled with the same RC4 Private IDentity codes, and that each device indicates the same System ID selection on power up (see page 7).
  • Page 9 RC4Magic Indicator LEDs After Power-Up Title The COP indicator blinks with different patterns to indicate various device modes. The DMX Data LED indicates that DMX data is present, either from a connected DMX controller, or from the VPN wireless link. If the yellow indicator is not active, Text no DMX data is present.
  • Page 10 DMXio Auto Mode - Automatic Transmit or Receive Selection RC4Magic devices from a different system will not work with your RC4 Private IDs. This is the key to RC4Magic data security and superior performance for all users. A DMXio transceiver in Auto Mode (the default setting) will automatically determine if it should transmit or receive.
  • Page 11 Manual Selection of Transmit or Receive Mode Auto mode is the recommended setting and the default. It is a reliable context- sensitive system that ensures all your DMXio devices are always doing what you need them to do, even when you swap them around in the dark. If you prefer to force a mode, you can.
  • Page 12 RF Transmit Power In transmit mode, the RC4Magic DMXio can operate over a range of RF power levels. The default is the maximum power, and this is often appropriate for real- world applications where numerous other wireless devices and systems compete for bandwidth and priority.
  • Page 13 DMX Channel Range Limit It is possible to limit the range of DMX channels being transmitted over the RC4Magic wireless VPN network. To accommodate this, two hidden parameters within the device allow setting the lowest and highest channels to be transmitted. Accessing these parameters can be done only with RC4 Commander configuration software.
  • Page 14 2.4GHz DMXio-HG : The “High Gain” Option The 2.4GHz DMXio is available in two versions, one with an internal antenna, and the other with an RP-SMA antenna connector with an external whip antenna. The latter version is the DMXio-HG. The 900MHz DMXio-HG is standard; there is no internal antenna version.

  • Page 15: Advanced Features

    Advanced Features The DMXio is a multifaceted device for users of all experience levels. The features below can be explored further at http://rc4.info/ or by asking us for help at support@rc4wireless.com: • RC4 Commmander software, available for Mac OSX and Windows, provides a rich user interface for configuring multiple RC4Magic devices remotely.
  • Page 16 • The DMXio should be kept away from excessive heat, cold, dust and moisture. An IP-65 enclosure kit is available from RC4 Wireless for use in outdoor installations. • Do not immerse in water or other fluids.

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