DMX Soundlight 3404C-FG RDM Mk1 User manual

Issue 18/04
OPERATING MANUAL
DMX Booster/Splitter 3404C- G RDM Mk1
DMX Booster/Splitter 3405A- G RDM Mk1
DMX Booster/Splitter 3408A- G RDM Mk1
(C) SOUNDLIGHT 1996-2018 * ALL RIGHTS RESERVED * NO ART OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE RE-
RODUCED, DU LICATED OR USED COMMERCIALLY WITHOUT THE RIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF
THE OWNER * ALL STATEMENTS WITHIN THIS MANUAL HAVE BEEN CHECKED CAREFULLY AND
ARE BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE, HOWEVER SOUNDLIGHT DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RES ONSIBI-
LITY FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS. * THE USER HAS TO CHECK THE SUITABILITY OF THE EQUI -
MENT FOR THE INTENDED USE. SOUNDLIGHT EX RESSLY EXCLUDES ANY RES ONSIBILITY FOR
DAMAGES - DIRECT OR INDIRECT - WHICH MAY OCCUR DUE TO MISUSE, UN RO ER INSTALLA-
TION, WRONG O ERATING CONDITIONS AND NON-COM LIANCE TO THE INSTRUMENT'S INSTRU-
CTIONS, AS WELL AS IGNORANCE OF EXISTING SAFETY REGULATIONS.
SOUNDLIGHT The DMX Company Bennigser Str. 1 D-30974 Wennigsen Tel. [phone]

Thank you for choosing a SOUNDLIGHT device.
The SOUNDLIGHT DMX Splitter/Booster 3404C-H is a highly sophisticated device, which was designed to
buffer and distribute DMX light control signals complying with USITT DMX-512/1990 or DIN 56930/2, ANSI
E1-11 DMX512-Aand ANSI E1-20 dMX RDM, respectively. The unit can be used with all standard light con-
trol systems.
Its special advantages include:
- universal protocol decoding
Recognizes all variants of the protocol as defined by USITT/ESTA/DIN and displays the number of DMX
channels received;
- future-proof
The unit is software controlled an can be adapted to any change in protocol definition;
- unlimited channel count
The number of DMX channels sent or received does not affect the operation of the DMX splitter/booster
3404C-H, since the unit can handle all transmission lengths.
- other protocols available
Besides DMX512, the unit can handle all RS-485 based transmission protocols, such as AVAB,
MARTIN, HIGH END SYSTEMS et al.
When using other protocols then DMX512, the channel display, however, will not work.
- cost-effective
The SOUNDLIGHT 3404C-FG / 3405A-FG / 3408A-FG is a cost-effective solution for many purposes.
VERSIONS
The booster / splitter models are available as:
DIN RAIL MODELS:
3404A-H DIN rail mount unit,1x DMX IN, 1x DMX THRU, 4x DMXOUT (common isolation)
3404B-H DIN rail mount unit,1x DMX IN, 1x DMX THRU, 4x DMXOUT (individually buffered/isolated)
3404C-H DIN rail mount unit,1x DMX IN, 1x DMX THRU, 4x DMXOUT (individually buffered/isolated)
DMX RDM compatible
3404LC-H DIN rail mount unit 5U,1x DMX IN, 1x DMX THRU, 4x DMXOUT (common isolation)
DMX RDM compatible
3406LC-H DIN rail mount unit 6.5U,1x DMX IN, 1x DMX THRU, 6x DMXOUT (common isolation)
DMX RDM compatible
3408LC-H DIN rail mount unit 6.5U,1x DMX IN, 1x DMX THRU, 8x DMXOUT (common isolation)
DMX RDM compatible
CB and Stand Alone Models:
3401A-E printed circuit board, 1x DMX IN, 1x DMX OUT, opto-isolated line booster
3401B-H DIN rail mount RDM compatible Line Booster, opto-isolated
3402A-E printed circuit board 1x DMX IN, 2x DMX OUT opto-isolated in/out
3402A-E D printed circuit board 1x DMX IN, 2x DMX OUT opto-isolated in/out, with Display
3402A-FG stand alone unit 1x DMX IN, 2x DMX OUT opto-isolated
3402A-FGD stand alone unit 1x DMX IN, 2x DMX OUT opto-isolated, with Display
19“ rack mount units:
3405A-FG 19" rack mount unit 1x DMX RDM IN, 1x DMX THRU, 1x DMX OUT, 4x DMX RDM OUT,
opto-isolated, with Display
3408A-FG 19" rack mount unit 1x DMX RDM IN, 1x DMX THRU, 8x DMX RDM OUT,
opto-isolated, with Display
3410A-FG 19" rack mount unit 1x DMX IN, 1x DMX THRU, 10x DMX OUT opto-isolated, with Display

NOMENCLATURE
This document uses these indicators:
DANGER ! May cause harm to user and/or equipment
INFO: How to setup your device
INFO: Status Information
CONNECTORS
The booster/splitter is using cage clamp terminals for both, input and output. This type of connector is very
reliable, ruggedized and easy to use. To open, press lever, insert cable and release.
Contact assignment:
The DMX data outputs are optically isolated, and are GND- and potential-free referenced to the DMX signal
input.
DMX INPUT Signal input for control signals according to USITT DMX512/1990 or DIN 56930-2
in 1 grey screen / GND
in 2 blue DMX - (inverted)
in 3 red DMX + (normal)
DMX THRU unbuffered or active bufferd output (depending on jumper setting)
in 1 grey screen / GND
in 2 blue DMX - (inverted)
in 3 red DMX + (normal)
DMX OUTPUTS 4/5/8 individual outputs, galvanically isolated to DMX512 signal input
in 1 grey screen / GND
in 2 blue DMX - (inverted)
in 3 red DMX + (normal)
Model 3404C-FG: 4 DMX RDM OUTPUTS
Model 3405A-FG: DMX OUTPUT (NON-RDM, OUT )
4 DMX RDM OUTPUTS (OUT2...5)
Model 3408A-FG: 8 DMX RDM OUTPUTS
POWER SUPPLY 230V AC 50Hz approx. 4W
in 1 blue Neutral
in 2 black Live 230V AC
in 3 greeen E ( rotective Earth)
POWER SUPPLY
The power supply is 230V AC 50 Hz. Mains voltage can be dangerous to your health; connec-
tions must be carried out by a qualified technician only. Make sure the unit has been disconnec-
ted from mains before making any other connections to the booster/splitter. Verify before re-ap-
plying power. Make sure the E terminal is connected.

SIGNAL INDICATORS
Signalling is only provided on models with display fitted.
The state of the booster/splitter is signalled by a 3-digit LED display.
Indication (e.g.) Meaning Description
- - - empty no data received
Err ERROR no DMX data reception, or non-standard signal (e.g. other RS-485 protocol)
brk BREAK break error (signal error)
syn SYNC sync error (sync timing signal error)
rdn RDM RDM signal packet detected
512 CHANNELS data reception o.k., number of channels received is being displayed
TECHNICAL DATA
Dimensions 114mm (W) x 67mm (H) x 114 mm (D)
Supply: 230V AC 50 Hz approx. 4 W
DMX IN: 1 Unit Load
DMX OUT: >10 unit load, individually buffered, individually optically isolated to input, SRL driver
Display: 3 digit, status and channel count
Order No.: 3404C-FG / 3405A-FG / 3408A-FG
DMX RDM PROPERTIES
The splitter can process DMX512, DMX512-A and/or DMX RDM telegrams. In respect
to RDM traffic, the splitter acts as "invisible" device, which cannot be discovered or ad-
dressed. lease refer to the relevant product page (see below) for more information
regarding RDM properties.
Product pages:
3404C-FG www.soundlight.de/produkte/3404c-fg
3405A-FG www.soundlight.de/produkte/3405a-fg
3408A-FG www.soundlight.de/produkte/3408a-fg
CE CON ORMITY
This DMX splitter/booster is microprocessor controlled and uses high frequency
(16 MHz quartz). The interface has been tested in our EMC lab to comply with DIN
EN55015.
To ensure the best performance regarding radiated and conducted emissions please
make sure that shielded data cable is used and the shield is connected properly to the
GND pin. Shield must never make contact to other signal lines.
DISTURBANCES
If a trouble-free operation cannot be guaranteed, disconnect the booster/splitter and secure it against unwan-
ted operation. This is especially necessary, when
- the unit has visible damages;
- the unit does not operate;
- internal parts are loose;
- connection cables show visible damages.

LIMITED WARRANTY
This instrument ist warranted against defects in metarials and workmanship for a period of 12 month, begin-
ning with the date of purchase. The warranty is limited to repair or exchange of the hardware product; no fur-
ther liability is assumed. SOUNDLIGHT is not responsible for damages or for loss of data, sales or profit
which arise from usage or breakdown of the hardware product. In Germany, SOUNDLIGHT will repair or re-
place established defects in hardware, provided that the defective part is sent in, freight paid, through the
responsible dealer along with warranty card and/or sales receipt prior to expiration of warranty.
Warranty is void:
- when modifying or trying to repair the unit without authorisation;
- modification of the circuitry;
- damages by interference of other persons;
- operation which is not in arccordance with the manual;
- connection to wrong voltage or current;
- misuse.
SERVICE
There are no parts within the booster/splitter which require the user's attention. Should your unit require ser-
vicing, please send it to the factory, freight paid.
INTERNET-HOTLINE
lease check our internet domain http://www.soundlight.de for new versions, updates etc. If you have any
comments which may be worth considering, please send a message to [e-mail].
PRODUCT IN O
More product data can be found at the relevant internet product page.
Product pages:
3404C-FG www.soundlight.de/produkte/3404c-fg
3405A-FG www.soundlight.de/produkte/3405a-fg
3408A-FG www.soundlight.de/produkte/3408a-fg
Foreign language product manuals are available at: www.manuals.soundlight.de
END-O -LI ETIME
When the end of the lifetime of this product has been reached, ist must be disposed of
properly. Electronic devices must not be placed in domestic waste. They are to be collected
by public recycling systems. Consult your local authorities for more information regarding
the whereabouts of your next collection station. SOUNDLIGHT is a WEEE registered com-
pany (DE58883929).