Summary of Contents for Dove DE4 Series
- Page 1 DE4xx DMX Relays Wall Mount 0-10V Decoder with Relays User Manual Dove Lighting Systems, Inc. 893 Marsh St #1236 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805-541-8292 www.DoveSystems.com WALL MOUNT DECODER & RELAYS - USER MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Receiving Your Unit Features Installation Mechanical Installation Electrical Installation Grounding Load Connections Control Connections Switched 12V Output Variant Analog Outputs WM+ Outputs Control Starting Channel DMX Termination In Case of Trouble Troubleshooting Obtaining Service WARRANTY INFORMATION WALL MOUNT DECODER & RELAYS - USER MANUAL... -
Page 3: Receiving Your Unit
Features This manual covers Dove Lighting Systems, Inc.’s line of 4 Channel wall-mount DMX to Analog Decoders with Power Relays: DE412-WM, DE424-WM, and the -WM+ versions of both. This manual will introduce you to the features and operation of your new equipment. To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation, please read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations. -
Page 4: Installation
perfect for spaces where rack mount decoder & relay packs are too bulky. Drawing no more than 40 Amps, the DE412 may be powered from a single 100 to 240 VAC circuit, and the DM424 may be powered from two 40 Amp circuits or a single 80 Amp source when fully loaded. -
Page 5: Electrical Installation
Maximum air temperature must not exceed 50°C (122°F). It is essential that this unit have adequate cooling for safe, reliable performance. Face Plate Dimensions (front view) Electrical Installation The DE412-WM pack has four 10A (1200W @ 120VAC) relay channels, and the DE424-WM has four 20A (2400W @ 120VAC) channels. -
Page 6: Grounding
disconnect is to be provided by the user. A single pole circuit breaker is required for single phase applications. The DE424 has two power input terminals, L1 and L2 (with isolated neutrals, N1 and N2), which can be different phases. L1 supplies power to the circuitry (including the signal status LED) and power channels 1 &... -
Page 7: Load Connections
Load Connections power from breakers The pack will switch non- inductive loads up to 10A control to power ( 1 2 0 0 W @ 1 2 0 V ) p e r lights to lights channel on the DE412 or up to 20A (2400W @ 120V) per from DMX channel on the DE424. - Page 8 Terminal 6 is +15VDC referenced to Common (actually +12VDC is sourced from this terminal in spite of the legacy circuit board label). This is a regulated power source. It will typically source over 100mA before dropping out. This source is typically used to power the Dove 0-10V House Light Controls or our MTX-YAMP.
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Page 9: Switched 12V Output Variant
Switched 12V Output Variant Some units are specially modified as a factory option for use with Dove House Light Controls (HLC-x). This introduces two special features to the Control Terminal Block: Relay 4 is used... -
Page 10: Wm+ Outputs
General Analog 0-10V Wiring Notes: Do not run signal wires in the same conduit with AC power. Also, avoid bundling signal cables with power cables. Ideally when in close proximity, signals would cross power at right angles. These are very low current control signals, so small wires are acceptable including Ethernet cables. -
Page 11: Dmx Termination
power from breakers control to power lights to lights from DMX console HLC-4 DMX Data HLC-0 +12V +12V C - + - + 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 Out1 DE412+ Out2 Out3 1 Out Out4 Out5 Take Take 4 3 2 1 Com +12V Example Wiring Diagram, DE412-WM+ with Switched 12V for HLC-4 and HLC-0... -
Page 12: In Case Of Trouble
In Case of Trouble Troubleshooting First make sure the thumbwheel switch is set to a value from 001 to 509, DIP switches 2-3 are on, DIP switches 4-6 are off, and the Force-On input is not connected to common. Using the Force-On input by momentarily shorting it to common will confirm if the relays operate by hearing them click. -
Page 13: Obtaining Service
They should never be installed in an enclosed space without plentiful free flowing air. Obtaining Service We are always happy to help you troubleshoot. Emailing photos of the situation to Dove@DoveSystems.com will provide a helpful point of reference for a phone call, 805-541-8292. Service technicians are generally available between the hours of 8am to 3pm (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday. -
Page 14: Warranty Information
Dove Systems, San Luis Obispo, CA, shipping prepaid. Such equipment will be replaced or put in proper operating condition, free of all charges except transportation.
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