Dmx Cable Requirements - ADJ WiFLY EXR QA5 IP User Instructions

WiFly EXR QA5 IP
Power Supply:
The ADJ WiFly EXR QA5 IP contains an automatic
voltage switch, which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged
into the power source. With this switch there is no need to worry about
the correct power voltage, this unit can be plugged in anywhere.
DMX-512:
DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal pro-
tocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures
and controllers. A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions from
the controller to the fixture. DMX data is sent as serial data that trav-
els from fixture to fixture via the DATA "IN" and DATA "OUT" XLR ter-
minals located on all DMX fixtures (most controllers only have a DATA
"OUT" terminal).
DMX Linking: DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of
different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single
controller, as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX compli-
ant. To ensure proper DMX data transmission, when using several
DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path possibl e. The order
in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the
DMX addressing. For example; a fixture assigned a DMX address of 1
may be placed anywhere in a DMX line, at the beginning, at the end,
or anywhere in the middle. When a fixture is assigned a DMX address
of 1, the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1
to that unit, no matter where it is located in the DMX chain.

DMX Cable Requirements:

via DMX-512 protocol. The WiFly EXR QA5 IP has 5 DMX channel modes,
please see pages 14-15 for the different modes. The DMX address is set
on the back panel of the WiFly EXR QA5 IP.
Cable Requirements: This fixture is designed with special cables for
both DMX and power. These cables are specifically designed to maintain
the integrity of the IP rating. When using this fixture outdoors be sure to
ONLY use the ADJ cables that have been manufactured to meet the IP
rating.
"First" DMX Cables - Special DMX "First" cable (part #WIF901-DMX
Cable) may be purchased from ADJ to provide a means of data com-
munication with standard DMX fixtures for indoor use. These cables will
come with the IP rated twist lock connector on one end and either a
3-pin XLR male or female connector on the other depending on model.
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REMOTE
INPUT OUTPUT
SOUND CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
DMX512
DMX+,DMX-,COMMON
The WiFly EXR QA5 IP can be controlled
1
DMX512 OUT
3
3-PIN XLR
2
Set Up WiFly EXR QA5 IP
Be sure to only use these cables for intergrading this fixture in a standard
DMX chain.
"First" Power Cable – A special power "First" cable is included with
every fixture. This cable is used to provide power to your fixture. This
cable comes with the IP rated twist lock connector on one end and a
standard Edison 3-prong, grounded prong on the other end. Be sure to
only use this cable for power distribution and never attempt to connect
this cable to the DMX lines.
You can chain multiple fixtures together through serial linking. Using REMOTE
INPUT
SOUND CONTROL
INPUT
the IP rated signal cables provided through ADJ (part# WIF901-Power
Cable). Always be sure to daisy-chain your in and out data connec-
tions, never split or "Y" your DMX connections unless you are using an
approved DMX splitter such as the ADJ WiFly D6 Branch or the original
D6 Branch (Both not IP rated).
Special Note: Line Termination.
used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic
behavior. A terminator is a 110-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor which is con-
nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and
DATA -). This unit is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last
unit in your daisy chain to terminate the line. Using a cable terminator
(ADJ part number Z-DMX/T) will decrease the possibilities of erratic
behavior.
COMMON
DMX +
1
DMX512 IN
3
3-PIN XLR
DMX -
2
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
512 data cables for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin DMX
fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin DMX line. When inserting stan-
dard 5-pin data cables in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be used,
these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores. The chart
below details a proper cable conversion.
Ground/Shield
Data Compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
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OUTPUT
SOUND
POWER
When longer runs of cable are
Termination reduces signal errors and
avoids signal transmission problems
1
and interference. It is always advisable
3
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
2
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Conductor 3-Pin XLR Female (Out)
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Not Used
Not Used
Set Up
REMOTE
INPUT OUTPUT
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
5-Pin XLR Male (In)
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Do Not Use
Do Not Use