DMX SOUNDLIGHT 3006A Mk5 User manual
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OPERATING MANUAL
DMX Demultiplexer 3006A Mk5
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STATEMENTS WITHIN THIS MANUAL HAVE BEEN CHECKED CAREFULLY AND ARE BELIEVED TO BE
ACCURATE, HOWEVER SOUNDLIGHT DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS OR
OMISSIONS. * THEUSERHASTOCHECKTHESUITABILITYOFTHEEQUIPMENTFORTHEINTENDEDUSE.
SOUNDLIGHTEXPRESSLYEXCLUDESANYRESPONSIBILITYFORDAMAGES-DIRECTORINDIRECT-WHICH
MAYOCCURDUETOMISUSE,UNPROPERINSTALLATION,WRONGOPERATINGCONDITIONSANDNON-
COMPLIANCE TO THE INSTRUMENT'S INSTRUCTIONS, AS WELL AS IGNORANCE OF EXISTING SAFETY
REGULATIONS.
SOUNDLIGHT The DMX Company Glashüttenstrasse 11 D-30165 Hannover Tel.: 0511-3730267
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Thank you for choosing a SOUNDLIGHT product.
TheSOUNDLIGHTDMXDemultiplexer3006AisanintelligentDMXdemultiplexer,abletodecode
digital data complying with USITT standard DMX-512, or DIN 56930-2 respectively, to analog output
voltages of 0-10V DC. The board can be used with all standard light control systems. Its special
advantagesinclude:
- universal protocol decoding
Recognizes all variants of the protocol as defined by USITT/ESTA/WETF/DIN
- future-proof
The unit is software controlled an can be adapted to any change in protocol definition.
- simple supply
The power supply may be derived from unregulated 15...25V DC, stabilization on board
- signal loss
A signal loss of not more than 1s does not affect the output. This is in accordance with the
USITT standard. In case of a longer signal loss,
- all outputs are driven down to 0V (standard), or:
- all outputs are set to an emergency scene, or:
- the last setting will remain intact (optional).
The board can be supplied with either setting to match your application.
- cost-effective
The SOUNDLIGHT 3006A is a cost-effective solution for many purposes.
CONNECTORS
The DMX Demultiplexer Card 3006A consists of the following interconnections:
CN1 Universal connector (16 pin)
1 Output 0...10V Channel 1
2 Output 0...10V Channel 2
3 Output 0...10V Channel 3
4 Output 0...10V Channel 4
5 Output 0...10V Channel 5
6 Output 0...10V Channel 6
7 Output 0...10V Channel 7
8 Output 0...10V Channel 8
9 GND0V
10 Supply+15...+25V=
11 GND0V
12 TTL-Signal Output: /ERROR
13 -DMX Output (XLR Pin2)
14 +DMX Output (XLR Pin3)
15 -DMX Input (XLR Pin2)
16 +DMX Input (XLR Pin3)
CN2 DMXInput(XLR5-pin)
1 GND
2 -DMX
3 +DMX
4 connected to pin 4 CN3
5 connected to pin 5 CN3
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CN3 DMX Output (XLR 5-pin)
1 GND
2 -DMX
3 +DMX
4 connected to pin 4 CN2
5 connected to pin 5 CN2
CN4 Power Supply (Solder Pads)
red +15-25V DC
blue GND
ATTENTION! Reversing the PSU leads may damage the unit!
SIGNALINDICATORS
The status of the Demultiplex Board is signalled with two LED indicators.
green: operation(blinking)
red: ERROR (blinking)
No error indication while normal operation
Error blinking at data errors or loss of communication.
1x green, 2x red: Start address setting too high, not enough DMX data available to serve
all outputs.
1xgreen, 6x red: Service routines active
CODINGSWITCHES
The three decimal coding switches set the start address, that is the address of the first channel to
be decoded. The setting is fully decimal, no binary conversion is necessary as is with DIL switches.
S1: Ones
S2: Tens
S3: Hundreds
If the switch block is set to address 000, all outputs are disabled regardless of the data received.
All settings made on the address board are retained in the demultiplexer internal nonvolatile
memory. The settings will remain active even when disconnecting the address board after the
setting has been saved. Do not detach the address board while the demux is saving configuration
data (both LEDs blink alternatively 4 times).
NOTE: We recommend to disconnect and to reconnect the address board only when the system is
fully powered down. Both printed circuit boards contain static sensitive electronic devices. Please
discharge yourself against GND before handling printed circuit boards. For maximum protection,
leave pcbs in the antistatic bag when not used.
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SERVICESETTINGS
The Demultiplexer 3006A may be set to special service settings to test individual outputs. Selecting
the address will set the appropriate output to 100% level.
801: Output 1 to 100%
802: Output 2 to 100%
803: Output 3 to 100%
....up to:
808: Output 8 to 100%
TESTPROGRAMS
The Demultiplexer 3006A may be set to run internal self-test programs. This is to check the internal
function of the Demultiplexer board.
997: all outputs are blinking synchronously
998: all outputs are ramping up from 0% to 100%
999: all outputs are blinking as running light
SIGNALLOSS
At signal loss all outputs are set to 0% after the minimum hold time has expired. This leads to a well
defined state of the lighting system.
In some cases it may be preferred to set the output to full level instead, or hold the last valid DMX
setting. These options are available by setting the configuration DIP switches
CONFIGURATION
The demultiplexer 3006A may be configured by the four DIP-switches on the adress board. These
switches are optionally available or may be retrofitted, or you may change the DMX start address
board to type 3000P.
If the DIP-switches are present, these settings are available:
DIP-Switch Function
1 do not use, Factory adjust only
2 DMX smoothing
OFF (default) direct response
ON Calculates mean values and thus smoothes the
incoming DMX signal. Preferred setting for for data from
analog desks (data converter jitter).
3 Output level at signal loss
OFF (default) 0% (off)
ON 100%(full)
4 Signal HOLD
OFF (default) output is set according to DIP switch #3
ON last DMX setting remains intact
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TECHNICALDATA
Dimensions: 70 mm x 70 mm x 45 mm
Supply: 15...24V DC 35mA without load
DMXIN: 1 Unit Load
DMXOUT: >20 Unit Load, buffered
AnalogOut: 0.4...+10.4V, typ. 2mA, max. 4 mA
Order code: 3006A-EP
CECONFORMITY
This DMX demultiplexer is microprocessor controlled and uses high frequence (16 MHz quartz). The
interface has been tested in our emc lab to comply with EN5022B and IEC65/144.
To ensure the best performance regarding radiated and conducted emissions
we suggest to install the interface card in a closed, conductive (e.g. metal)
housing, which must be connected to GND.
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.
FCCSTATEMENT
This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices
• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's
• Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance
FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by SLH could void
the user’s authority to operate the device.
DISTURBANCES
If a trouble-free operation cannot be guaranteed, disconnect the decoder interface and secure it
against unwanted operation. This is especially necessary, when
- the unit shows visible damages;
- the unit does not operate;
- internal parts are loose;
- interconnection cables show visible damages.
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LIMITEDWARRANTY
This instrument ist warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12
month, beginning with the date of purchase. The warranty is limited to repair or exchange of the
hardware product; no further 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 replace 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 DMX Demultiplexer Board 3006A which require the user's attention.
Should your unit require servicing, please send it to the factory, freight paid.
INTERNET-HOTLINE
Please use our internet domain http://www.soundlight.de for new versions, updates etc. If you have
We will check your message and reply accordingly.
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