Acclaim Lighting RDS 6 User manual

User guide
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ......................................................2
Welcome 2
Safety, maintenance and cleaning 2
INSTALLATION.........................................................3
Mounting 3
Power 3
Fuse replacement 3
Data connections 4
Indicators 4
CONFIGURATION ....................................................5
Switch settings 5
FURTHER INFORMATION ........................................6
Specifications 6
Limited product warranty 8

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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME
Welcome to the RDS 6 DMX/RDM splitter and optimizer from Acclaim Lighting. This
compact unit features one RDM/DMX input and six outputs, allowing for flexible
configuration of your RDM/DMX signal. Each port is electrically isolated to ensure you get
the maximum total run of 3,900’for each signal line and voltage spikes are prevented from
reaching other outputs or the connected controlling device.
SAFETY
•Ensure that the power input is supplied from a correctly fused, earthed and
environmentally protected location.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always isolate mains power before starting maintenance operations.
•Ensure that all mounting (and device) screws/bolts are fully tight and free of corrosion.
•Ensure there is no deformation to the housing, lenses or fixing points.
•Check that all power supply cables are free from physical damage or material fatigue.
•Use only genuine spare parts supplied by Acclaim Lighting.
CLEANING
•Use a moist, lint-free cloth when cleaning each fixture.
•Never use alcohol or solvents.
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INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
The RDS 6 splitter can be mounted in any orientation, as required. Four slotted holes
(Ø 0.22 x 0.45”/Ø5.5 x 11.5mm) are built into the base for mounting purposes (see page 7
for dimensions).
POWER
The power cord is roughly 4.2 feet (1.3m) in
length. The power requirements are as follows:
•Voltage: 100-277VAC 50/60Hz (autosensing)
•Power: 14.4W
The power cord color designations
are as shown here.
Note: Apply power to the unit only once all
connections have been made.
FUSE REPLACEMENT
IMPORTANT: Ensure that power is isolated before attempting to remove the fuse
carrier.
Use a flat blade screwdriver to remove the fuse carrier. Push in and then turn 45 degrees
counter-clockwise to release.
Fuse type: 5 x 20mm glass 1A quick acting (F1L250V)

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DATA CONNECTIONS
Connections to the input, thru and output ports are made via pluggable 3.5mm-pitch PCB
connectors (all 3-way). The contact ports of each connector are suitable for cable cores in
the range 24 to 14 AWG (0.2 to 2.08mm2).
INDICATORS
•POWER: The red indicator illuminates when mains power is applied to the unit.
•SIGNAL: The green indicator illuminates when a DMX input signal is present.
•OUTPUT: One per output port (x6). Each green indicator illuminates when a circuit
connection is sensed on the port.

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SWITCH SETTINGS
CONFIGURATION
LINK OUT/TERMINATE
Determines whether the DMX/RDM Thru port is open or internally terminated.
•If several RDS 6 units are connected in series, this switch must
be set in the Link Out/ position on all units except the final
one in the chain.
•If a single RDS 6 is used or the unit is the final one in a
chain, this switch must be set in the Terminate position.
This ensures that the DMX line (into the unit) is correctly
terminated.
DMX/RDM
Determines whether RDM functionality is enabled (ie, that bi-directional communication
back from the devices is permitted). Some devices that do not correctly implement the full
DMX512A timing standard can exhibit flickering when RDM is enabled.
•Set in the DMX position if bi-directional RDM services are not
required and some devices are being affected.
•Set in the RDM position to allow full bi-directional operation
to take place.

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FURTHER INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Voltage 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
DMX / RDM inputs 1
DMX / RDM outputs 6 connectors
Data connector types 3-way 3.5mm-pitch suitable for 24 to 14 AWG
(0.2 to 2.08mm2) wire connections
Power Consumption 14.4W (0.12A at 120VAC)
Fuse 5 x 20mm glass 1A quick acting (F1L250V)
Finish Black
IP Rating IP20, dry location
Operating Temperature 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C)
Fixture Connectors Attached 4.2ft (1.3m) lead for AC input
Certifications
Release 1.0a

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DIMENSIONS
Weight: 1.25 lbs (570g)

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LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
A. Acclaim Lighting™ hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, Acclaim Lighting finished products
to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a standard period of:
•Fixtures: 5 Years (1,825 days) from the date of purchase.
•Drivers, power supplies and accessories: 5 Years (1,825 days) from the date of purchase.
•Flex Products: 3 Years (1,095 days) from the date of purchase.
•Controllers: 2 Years (730 days) from the date of purchase.
It is the owner’s responsibility to establish the date and place of purchase and warranty
terms by acceptable evidence, at the time service is sought.
B. For warranty service, send the product only to the Acclaim factory. All shipping charges
must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including parts replacement) are
within the terms of this warranty, Acclaim Lighting will pay return shipping charges only
to a designated point within the United States. If the entire instrument is sent, it must be
shipped in its original package. No accessories should be shipped with the product. If any
accessories are shipped with the product, Acclaim Lighting shall have no liability whatsoever
for loss of or damage to any such accessories, nor for the safe return there of. Acclaim
reserves the right to replace the item with same or similar product at its discretion.
C. This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the product is
modified in any manner which Acclaim concludes, after inspection, affects the reliability of
the product; if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the Acclaim
Lighting factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by Acclaim
Lighting; if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the
instruction manual.
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, cleaning
or periodic check-up nor do we guarantee as part of this warranty any lumen performance
during period. Parts not covered by this warranty include: fuses, external power supplies,
third party items not manufactures by Acclaim lighting. During the period specified above,
Acclaim Lighting will replace defective parts at its expense, and will absorb all expenses
for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects in material or workmanship. The
sole responsibility of Acclaim Lighting under this warranty shall be limited to the repair
of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole discretion of Acclaim
Lighting. At no time will installation or re-installation or products labor or liability costs will
be assumed by Acclaim Lighting. All products covered by this warranty were manufactured
after January 1, 2012, and bear identifying serial number marks to that effect.
E. Acclaim Lighting reserves the right to make changes in design and/or improvements
upon its products without any obligation to include these changes in any products
theretofore manufactured No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made
with respect to any accessory supplied with products describe above. Except to the extent
prohibited by applicable law, all implied warranties made by Acclaim Lighting in connection
with this product, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, are limited in duration
to the warranty period set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said
period has expired.
F. Marine or extreme weather location applications using Acclaim lighting products are
subject to a 2 year limited warranty and Acclaim must be notified prior to delivery of units
for such applications so that preventative treatment can be made to the products to ensure
proper performance and product life with a special marine code coating / sealing process at
an additional cost.
G. The consumer’s and or dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is
expressly provide above; and under no circumstances shall Acclaim Lighting be liable for
any loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to use,
this product. This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to Acclaim Lighting
products and supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and
conditions heretofore published.

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