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Martin DMX 5.3 Splitter User Manual

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  • Page 1 Martin DMX 5.3 Splitter Martin RDM 5.5 Splitter user manual...

  • Page 2: Dimensions

    The Martin logo, the Martin name and all other trademarks in this document pertaining to services or products by Martin Professional A/S or its affiliates and subsidiaries are trademarks owned or licensed by Martin Professional A/S or its affiliates or subsidiaries.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Block diagrams ........23 Martin DMX 5.3 Splitter ....... .23 Martin RDM 5.5 Splitter .

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    If you have questions about how to operate the device safely, please contact your Martin supplier or call the Martin 24-hour service hotline on +45 8740 0000, or in the USA on 1-888-tech-180. P R O T E C T I O N F R O M E L E C T R I C S H O C K •...
  • Page 5 • Connect the device to AC power using either the supplied power input cable (DMX 5.3 Splitter only) or via 3-conductor cable that is heat resistant to minimum 90° C (194° F) and rated minimum 20 amp. In North America the power input cable must be minimum 12 AWG, type SJT or equivalent.
  • Page 6 17.6.6 and be capable of safely catching the fixture if the main attachment fails. • Block access below the work area and work from a stable platform whenever installing, servicing or moving an overhead device. Martin DMX 5.3 and RDM 5.5 Splitters user manual...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    • Two ‘wing’ brackets and all screws required to either mount splitters side-by-side in pairs ready for rack mounting or prepare a splitter for fastening to a surface. • Power cable with US plug (Martin DMX 5.3 Splitter) or Neutrik PowerCon power input connector without cable (Martin RDM 5.5 Splitter) •...

  • Page 8: Using For The First Time

    • Check that the local AC mains power voltage is within the range given on the product’s serial number label. • For the DMX 5.3 Splitter, if the supplied mains plug (cord cap) does not match your local power outlets, cut it off and install a suitable plug on the power cable (see ”Power cable and plug”...
  • Page 9 Amplification Martin Splitters amplify the DMX or DMX/RDM signal, allowing the data link to be extended by max. 500 m (1740 ft.) using AWG 22 DMX cable or 300 m (1000 ft.) using AWG 24 DMX cable: without Splitter with Splitter...
  • Page 10 Martin Splitters also reduce signal reflections that can be a problem in larger installations or on longer cable lengths: Weak Strong Weak Reflection Reflection reflection reflection reflection with short with short with long with long with short delay. delay. delay.

  • Page 11: Physical Installation

    Fastening to a surface Both the DMX 5.3 Splitter and the RDM 5.5 Splitter can be fastened to a flat, stable surface in any orientation. To fasten to a surface, 1. Fasten the supplied L-brackets to the outer ends of the Splitter using the eight supplied Torx 10 M3 x 4 thread-forming screws as shown at A in Figure 7.

  • Page 12: 19-Inch Rack Mounting

    (0.15 in.) into the ends of either Splitter. 19-inch rack mounting Both the DMX 5.3 Splitter and the RDM 5.5 Splitter can be mounted in pairs side-by-side in standard 19-inch racks. Both models have the same dimensions and mounting system. To mount in a rack: 1.

  • Page 13: Ac Power

    AC operating range The power supply units in both the DMX 5.3 Splitter and RDM 5.5 Splitter are fully auto-sensing and these devices can be connected to AC power at 100-240 V nominal at 50/60 Hz. Do not connect to power at any other voltage or frequency.
  • Page 14 3. Prepare the end of the cable by stripping 20 mm (0.8 in.) of the cable’s outer jacket. 4. Strip 8 mm (1/3 in.) from the end of each of the wires. Martin DMX 5.3 and RDM 5.5 Splitters user manual...

  • Page 15: Relaying Power To Other Devices

    5. Insert each of the wire ends into the appropriate terminal (see illustration on right and Table 1 above) and fasten using a small flathead screwdriver. 6. Push and insert the chuck into the housing (note that there is a raised key on the chuck to ensure that it is oriented correctly).

  • Page 16: Data Connections And Setup

    Data connections and setup The Martin DMX 5.3 Splitter uses 3-pin XLR and the Martin RDM 5.5 Splitter uses 5-pin XLR sockets for all data connections: in, optically isolated, optically isolated, thru and out. Pins 4 and 5 in 5-pin XLR connectors are not used by DMX or RDM signals, but if you intend to use pins 4 and 5 in the RDM 5.5 Splitter’s 5-pin...

  • Page 17: Data Output

    Removing non-DMX signals All Martin DMX-controlled products monitor the data signal and filter out any data that they are not designed to accept. Martin products that do not support RDM will therefore not be disturbed if an RDM signal is present on the data link.
  • Page 18 RDM and (b) devices that are disturbed by RDM, use separate Splitters to send DMX/RDM to the devices in group (a) and to send only DMX to the devices in group (b). Martin DMX 5.3 and RDM 5.5 Splitters user manual...

  • Page 19: Operation

    Status LEDs Operation can be monitored using the status LEDs on the front of the Martin Splitters: Martin DMX 5.3 Splitter The power LED lights if AC mains power is applied and the Splitter’s power supply unit is working. The signal LED on the front panel lights green if a valid data signal is present at the in socket.

  • Page 20: Firmware/Software Uploads When Using Splitters

    Splitter, make sure that the dmx only button is not pressed in during firmware uploads. RDM and the RDM 5.5 Splitter From 2011, information on RDM and Martin products that support it is being added to the Martin website at www.martin.com Martin DMX 5.3 and RDM 5.5 Splitters user manual...

  • Page 21: Service

    Firmware updates are available from the Martin website and can be installed in one Splitter at a time with a PC and USB/DMX interface.
  • Page 22 Internet and download the splitter firmware from within the Uploader application. 2. Connect the PC to a Martin USB Duo™ DMX interface box and connect the interface box to the Splitter’s data in connector. 3. Upload the firmware as described in the Uploader’s help file or user documentation.

  • Page 23: Block Diagrams

    Block diagrams Martin DMX 5.3 Splitter Martin RDM 5.5 Splitter Block diagrams...

  • Page 24: Specifications

    DMX (all models) ..... . . ANSI E1.11 (USITT DMX 512-A) RDM (Martin RDM 5.5 Splitter)......ANSI E1.20 Electrical standard .
  • Page 25 Ordering information Martin DMX 5.3 Splitter........P/N 90758140...
  • Page 26 Disposing of this product Martin Professional products are supplied in compliance with Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of the European Union on WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), as amended by Directive 2003/108/EC, where applicable.
  • Page 28 • • • www.martin.com Olof Palmes Allé 18 8200 Aarhus N Denmark • Tel: +45 8740 0000 Fax +45 8740 0010...

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