Introduction; Features - Martin Ethernet switch User Manual

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NTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Ethernet Switch.
The Ethernet Switch is designed to expand the control possibilities of large
lighting control systems that contain increased numbers of DMX
universes. Working together with the Ether2DMX box and the Neutrik
Ethercon converter, the Ethernet Switch analyzes the data processing
stream and forwards it to the required destination.
The Ethernet Switch automatically disables unnecessary functionality that
would otherwise disturb a lighting control system.
The front plate has an 8x3 LED matrix that displays 10 Mb activity, 100 Mb
activity and collision on each port.
The Ethernet Switch may be used to split out a single ethernet link from a
console to several Ethernet/DMX nodes, or link several consoles together.
In addition, the Ethernet Switch's internal signal buffer allows you to
extend the network beyond conventional 100-meter cable constraints.
F e a t u r e s
• 8 x 10/100 base-T ethernet ports on Neutrik ethercon connectors, can
be connected via Martin ethercon CAT 5 cable and ethercon converter.
• Wire speed receiving and transmission. Can transmit and receive
ethernet frames at full speed (maximum frame lengths set to 1536
Bytes).
• Auto-negotiation: automatically detects 10Mb or 100Mb devices on its
ports and automatically switches between half and full duplex mode.
• MDI/MDI-X auto-crossover: automatically detects straight or crossover
connections and adapts its ports, allowing free use of straight and
crossover cables.
• Unmanaged operation (plug-and-play).
• Hardware-configured for lighting control purposes.
• Wide range auto-sensing power supply: 90 - 250 VAC, 50/60Hz
• 19 inch rack mount aluminum chassis (1U ).
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