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- Page 1 Unison ERn Rack-Mount Enclosure Installation Manual Part Number: 7180M2112 Rev: A Released: 2025-06...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
ERn2 Enclosure ERn4 Enclosure ERn Modules and Options Mk2 Processor and Hardware Compatibility Safety Main Circuit Breaker Protection Document Conventions Help from ETC Technical Services Prepare for Installation Unpack and Inspect Mounting Specifications Dimensions and Weights Environment Wire Requirements Control Specifications... - Page 4 DMX Control LinkConnect Auxiliary Power Status Indicators Serial RS-232 Ethernet RJ45 Contact Wiring Right I/O Data Terminations Terminate DMX Signal Install Rack Options Rack Options Install the RideThru Option Connect Wiring Install the Redundant Power Supply Status Indicator Final Installation and Power Up Check Main Power Wiring Re-Install the Rack Power Supply Check Line Voltages...
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Page 5: Introduction
The ERn enclosure is available in two sizes, ERn2 (single processor) and ERn4 (dual processor), which can be supplied for surface-mounting on a wall (reference the Unison ERn Wall-Mount Enclosure Installation Manual ) or with rack-mounting brackets for installation in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. -
Page 6: Ern4 Enclosure
ERn4 Enclosure The ERn4 enclosure supports up to two Paradigm Processors (P-ACP-E Mk2) and two Paradigm Station Power Modules (P-SPM-E Mk2). The accessory tray in the bottom of the enclosure can be used for a blank module or the ERn Redundant Power Supply Mk2 (ERn-RPS Mk2). ERn-RPS Mk2 is not compatible with 230 V ERn enclosures. -
Page 7: Mk2 Processor And Hardware Compatibility
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! This warning statement indicates situations where there is a risk of electric shock. All ETC documents are available for free download from our website: etcconnect.com. Please email comments about this manual to: TechComm@etcconnect.com. Introduction... -
Page 8: Help From Etc Technical Services
Help from ETC Technical Services If you have questions that are not answered by this document, try the ETC support website at support.etcconnect.com or the main ETC website at etcconnect.com. If none of these resources are sufficient, visit etcconnect.com/contactETC and contact ETC Technical Services. -
Page 9: Prepare For Installation
• restricted public access to prevent tampering Wire Requirements The rear panel of the Unison ERn rack-mount unit includes a full complement of removable input and output connectors for easy installation. Additionally, an IEC power connector is Connect Rear Panel I/O Data Terminations on provided on the rear panel for input power. -
Page 10: Control Specifications
LinkConnect is topology-free and polarity independent, you can install your LinkConnect data runs in any desired combination of bus, star, and home run. ETC recommends using Belden 8471 Class 2 wire (or approved equal - see the ETC cable cross database etcconnect.com/cablecross/... - Page 11 DMX can address up to 512 channels of control. DMX is installed in a daisy chain topology and includes two twisted pairs plus a shield to carry data (data+ and data-, plus an ISO ground). ETC recommends the use of Belden 9729 (or approved equal - see the ETC cable cross database etcconnect.com/cablecross/...
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Page 12: Install Enclosure
Install Enclosure Install in a 19-Inch Equipment Rack Rack-mounting brackets are installed on the ERn unit when shipped from the factory. Also included, but not attached to the unit at shipment, is a flush-mounted, locking door. The door provides visibility and access openings for the Paradigm Processor Mk2 (P-ACP-E Mk2) user interface and the related status indicators. -
Page 13: Connect Wiring
Connect Wiring IEC Power Input Connector WARNING: RISK OF DEATH BY ELECTRIC SHOCK! Failure to disconnect all power to the panel before working inside could result in serious injury or death. AVERTISSEMENT : RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION! Travailler à l’intérieur du panneau sans avoir déconnecté le courant peut entrainer des blessures graves, voire mortelles. -
Page 14: Connect Control Wiring
Connect Control Wiring All low-voltage data and option wiring conveniently connects to removable and pluggable connectors on rear panel of the ERn enclosure. Note: Lance and forms are provided as a way to secure wiring with wire ties. WARNING: RISK OF DEATH BY ELECTRIC SHOCK! Failure to disconnect all power to the panel before working inside could result in serious injury or death. -
Page 15: Connect Rear Panel I/O Data Terminations
Connect Rear Panel I/O Data Terminations DMX Control DMX wire preparation and termination will vary with the type of wire utilized. The Mk2 right I/O board accepts three-position screw terminal style connectors for DMX A In, DMX B In, DMX A Thru, and DMX B Thru. All required connectors for DMX termination are provided in the DMX Cable Termination Kit. -
Page 16: Auxiliary Power
Auxiliary Power Auxiliary power is required when you are installing powered Unison control stations and sensors. ETC recommends using two 1.5 mm (16 AWG) stranded wires for 24 VDC auxiliary power to the control stations. Auxiliary power is topology-free. Maximum auxiliary voltage runs are dependent on the wire gauge and the distribution of auxiliary load determined by each installation. -
Page 17: Serial Rs-232
Serial RS-232 Integrators or users of advanced systems can interface with the Unison system through the RS-232 serial connector located on the rear panel I/O. This connection provides an interface with external devices capable of sending or receiving RS-232. This connection can also receive serial commands from a transmitter and provide rack and system status when queried. -
Page 18: Contact Outputs
Contact Outputs 1. Remove the contact outputs removable screw terminal connector located on the rear panel I/O. Each connector is labeled for installation convenience. 2. Strip 7 mm (1/4 in) of insulation from the end of each wire pair. 3. Loosen the desired number of contact output (normal open) screw terminals and related ground screw terminals on the connector. -
Page 19: Terminate Dmx Signal
Terminate DMX Signal DMX requires 120Ω termination at the last DMX device in the control run. An ERn enclosure with a P-ACP-E Mk2 installed supports up to two DMX inputs/outputs (two separate DMX runs). Notice the two termination switches labeled "DMX A TERM" and "DMX B TERM"on the right I/O board. -
Page 20: Install Rack Options
Install Rack Options Rack Options Unison ERn rack-mount unit options include the Unison Mk2 RideThru Option (URTO Mk2) kit and the ERn Redundant Power Supply Mk2 (ERn-RPS Mk2). Install the RideThru Option WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! The RideThru Option retains an electrical charge even when power to the equipment is off. -
Page 21: Connect Wiring
1. Remove any modules from the ERn enclosure for Unison Mk2 RideThru Option board installation access. Note: An ERn 230 VAC (CE) enclosure includes a module retention bar. Before removing any modules, loosen the hardware and slide the module retention bar to the left. Be sure to secure the bar again after the installation is complete and all modules have been returned to their module slots. - Page 22 1. Connect one end of the wiring harness to the two-pin "Right I/O" receptacle on the option board. 2. Connect the other end of the wiring harness to the two pin receptacle labeled “RideThru / Batt” on the ERn right I/O board. •...
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Page 23: Install The Redundant Power Supply
ERn Redundant Power Supply Mk2 requires servicing. If the primary rack supply status LED is off, but the ERn Redundant Power Supply Mk2 is on, the primary rack supply requires service. Contact ETC Technical Services for assistance at etcconnect.com/contactETC. Install Rack Options... -
Page 24: Final Installation And Power Up
Final Installation and Power Up Review the entire installation before applying power to the enclosure. WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Power must be off when you perform this procedure. AVERTISSEMENT : RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE! L'alimentation doit étre éteinte avant d'exécuter cette procédure. •... -
Page 25: Check Line Voltages
Check Line Voltages Check the voltage on your input terminals using a digital voltmeter (DVM) before installing modules. WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Working inside the ERn Rack-Mount Enclosure with power applied exposes you to the possibility of dangerous currents and voltages. AVERTISSEMENT : RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE! Travailler à... -
Page 26: Install Modules
Install Modules 1. Install the Paradigm Processor Mk2 (P-ACP-E Mk2) in the appropriate module slot. 2. Install the Paradigm Station Power Module Mk2 (P-SPM-E Mk2) in the module slot above the Paradigm architectural control processor. 3. Install option modules if they are not installed. a. -
Page 27: Compliance
Compliance Manufacturer Declaration (CE) ETC declares that the equipment described in this document is in conformance with the requirements of the European Council Directives listed below: • Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU • Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMCD) 2014/30/EU • RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. - Page 28 | Support support.etcconnect.com | Contact etcconnect.com/contactETC Trademark and patent info: etcconnect.com/ip | Third-party license agreement info: etcconnect.com/licenses Product information and specifications subject to change. ETC intends this document to be provided in its entirety. 7180M2112 Rev A Released 2025-06...
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