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  • Page 1 PixLite R2F-S User Manual Hardware Rev 1.0 - 1 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    7.1 - Operating Specifications 7.2 - Mechanical Specifications 7.3 - Fault Protection 8 - Troubleshooting 8.1 - No Power LED 8.2 - No Pixel Control 8.3 - Other Issues 9 - Disclaimer - 2 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    300m (1000') over a standard network cable from a PixLite T8/T16 transmitter unit, and convert these input signals back into a pixel-ready signal for output directly to pixels. The PixLite R2F-S features 2 full pixel outputs, each having both a dedicated fuse and 'fuse good' LED indicator.
  • Page 4: Safety Notes

    Installation of the device and/or replacement of pixel output fuses should not be attempted without such knowledge. Specification and certification markings are located on the base of the device. - 4 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 5: Physical Installation

    Assemble the unit onto the wall / ceiling using four screws of a type suitable for the mounting surface (not supplied). The screws should be a pan head type, 3mm in thread diameter and at least 15mm long, as shown in Figure 1 below. - 5 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 6 Figure 1: Receiver Assembled to Wall - 6 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 7: Din Rail Mount

    1. Align the receiver's mounting holes with the outermost mounting holes on each bracket. Using the four supplied M3, 12mm long screws, assemble the receiver to the mounting brackets, as shown in Figure 2 below. Figure 2: Receiver Assembled to Bracket - 7 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 8 2. Align the lower edge of the bracket with the lower edge of the DIN rail (1), and push the receiver down so it clicks onto the DIN rail (2), as shown in Figure 3 below. Figure 3: Receiver Assembled to DIN Rail - 8 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 9 3. To remove the receiver from the DIN rail, pull the receiver horizontally, toward its power connector (1) and rotate the receiver up and off the rail (2), as shown in Figure 4 below. Figure 4: Removal of Receiver from DIN Rail - 9 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 10: Electrical Connections

    5 - Electrical Connections 5.1 - Supplying Power Power is applied to the PixLite R2F-S via the large lever clamp connector. The levers should be lifted up for wire insertion and then clamped back down, providing a highly robust and secure connection. Ensure the wire’s insulation is stripped back 11-12mm, so that the clamp does not rest on the insulation when closing the connector.
  • Page 11: Data Input

    Figure 6 below. Figure 6: Internal View of the PixLite R2F-S No on- board power configuration is required. Power to the logic circuitry is automatically regulated from the power input. Simply connect your DC power supply in accordance with specifications listed in Section 7.1...
  • Page 12 PixLite receiver. For this reason, it is safe to use standard network cables up to 300m long. Figure 8: Correct equipment to use A typical setup is shown in Figure 9 below, which also shows how many pixels can be run off each output. - 12 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 13: Connecting Pixel Leds

    The cable length between the output and the first pixel should not exceed 15m. Figure 10 shows the pin-out of the pixel output connectors. - 13 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 14: Differential Dmx512 Pixels

    With DMX pixels, the outgoing data stream is not limited to a single universe, as a standard DMX universe would be. When connected to a PixLite R2F-S, the maximum number of DMX512-D pixels that can be configured is the same as if expanded mode were enabled, which is 510 RGB pixels per output.
  • Page 15: Sk6822 Pixels

    5.6 - SK6822 Pixels The PixLite R2F-S can connect to SK6822 pixels, and will require a slightly different pinout. Like many other pixel protocols, SK6822 features a redundant backup data line for preventing failures on an entire run of pixels when a single pixel fails. Unlike other...
  • Page 16: Operation

    If the switch is pushed to the right, it is off, and all indicator LEDs and the power LED will always be off. This switch is shown in Figure 14 below. - 16 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 17: Outputs

    Refer to the user manual of the PixLite Transmitter device for more information about this topic as the Transmitter will be responsible for the refresh rate of this receiver. - 17 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 18: Specifications

    7 - Specifications 7.1 - Operating Specifications The table below specifies the recommended operating conditions for a PixLite R2F-S receiver. For a full list of specifications, refer to the product datasheet. Parameter Value/Range Units Input Voltage Range 5-24 V DC...
  • Page 19: Fault Protection

    Figure 15: Receiver Mechanical Specifications 7.3 - Fault Protection The PixLite R2F-S features notable protection from potential damage due to various types of faults. This makes the device extremely robust and reliably able to withstand installation and operation even in harsh environments.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    For the latest information, more specific troubleshooting guides and other help, you should refer to our online Knowledge Base here: www.advateklighting.com/knowledge-base Alternatively, you can contact our support team at: www.advateklighting.com/contact support@advateklighting.com - 20 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...
  • Page 21: Disclaimer

    EN 55024 Power Frequency Magnetic Field Immunity EN 61000-4-8 Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS 3 Through testing to the above standards, the PixLite R2F-S has the certifications and marks listed in the table below. Certification Relevant Country ETL Listing North America and Canada. Equivalent to UL Listing.
  • Page 22 This product has been manufactured by: Advatek Lighting Pty Ltd U1, 3-5 Gilda Court Mulgrave, 3170 VIC, AUSTRALIA - 22 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite R2F-S User Manual V20240628...

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