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5.
Setup
5.1.
Warnings and Precautions
DANGER
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
This device is IP65 rated.
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Do not expose the device to conditions that exceed the rated IP class conditions.
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Keep the connectors sealed with the rubber caps when the connectors are not in use.
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Do not connect the cables from above the connectors, if the device is installed outdoors. Make a 'drip
loop' in the cable so that rain water cannot enter the device.
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Make sure that the cable run is not too heavy. A heavy cable run can cause damage to the connectors. If
the connectors are damaged, their ingress protection (IP) can deteriorate.
Attention
Connect all data cables before supplying power.
Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables.
5.2.
DMX Connection
5.2.1. DMX-512 Protocol
The TED Pack IP, 5-pin has 5-pin DMX signal IN and OUT connectors.
The pin assignment is as follows: pin 1 (ground), pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+), pin 4 (N/C), pin 5 (N/C).
Devices on a serial data link must be daisy-chained in a single line. The number of devices that you can control
on one data link is limited by the combined number of the DMX channels of the connected devices and the
512 channels available in one DMX universe.
To comply with the TIA-485 standard, no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link. In order
to connect more than 32 devices on one data link, you must use a DMX optically isolated splitter/booster,
otherwise this may result in deterioration of the DMX signal.
Note:
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Maximum recommended DMX data link distance: 300 m
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Maximum recommended number of devices on a DMX data link: 32 devices
5.2.2. DMX Cables
Shielded twisted-pair cables with 5-pin XLR connectors must be used for reliable DMX connection. You can
purchase DMX cables directly from your Highlite International dealer or make your own cables.
If you use XLR audio cables for DMX data transmission, this may lead to signal degradation and unreliable
operation of the DMX network.
When you make your own DMX cables, make sure that you connect the pins and wires correctly as shown in
the figure below.
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TED Pack IP, 5-pin
Product code: 50454
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