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6. DMX512 Connections
The DMX512 is widely used in intelligent lighting control, with a maximum of 512 channels.
1. Connect the fixture together in a “daisy chain” by XLR plug cable from the output of the
fixture to the input of the next fixture. The cable cannot be branched or split to a “Y”
cable. Inadequate or damaged cables, soldered joints or corroded connectors can
easily distort the signal and shut down the system
2. The DMX output and input connectors are pass-through to maintain the DMX circuit
when one of the units’ power is disconnected.
3. At last fixture, the DMX cable has to be terminated with a terminator to reduce signal
errors. Solder a 120-ohm 1/4W resistor between pin 2(DMX-) and pin 3(DMX+) into a
3-pin XLR-plug and plug it in the DMX-output of the last fixture.
4. Each lighting fixture needs to have an address set to receive the data sent by the
controller. The address number is between 0-511 (usually 0 & 1 are equal to 1).
5. 3 pin XLR connectors are more popular than 5 pins XLR.
3 pin XLR: Pin 1: GND, Pin 2: Negative signal (-), Pin 3: Positive signal (+)
5 pin XLR: Pin 1: GND, Pin 2: Negative signal (-), Pin 3: Positive signal (+),
Pin4/5: not used
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1.Safety Introductions
WARNING
yPlease keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user,
be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet.
yAll fixtures are intact from the manufacturer, please operate follow up the user manual,
artificial fault are not under guarantee repair.
yUnpack and check carefully that there is no transportation damage before using the
unit.
yThe unit is for indoor use only. Use only in a dry location.
yDo install and operate by operator.
yUse safety chain when fixes the unit. Don’t handle the unit by taking its head only, but
always by taking its base.
yThe unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 50cm from
adjacent surfaces.
yBe sure that no ventilation slots are blocked, otherwise the unit will be overheated.
yBefore operating, ensure that the voltage and frequency of power supply match the
power requirements of the unit.
yIt’s important to ground the yellow/green conductor to earth in order to avoid electric
shock.
yMaximum ambient temperature TA : 40 . Don’t operate it where the temperature is℃
higher than this.
yDon’t connect the device to any dimmer pack.
yFirst run, there will be smoke or smells, and all disappearing a few minutes later.
yMake sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating, as it is
fire hazard.
yLook over power wires carefully, replace immediately if there is any damage.
yNever run on for a long time lest shortening lifespan.
yAvoid any inflammable liquids, water or metal objects entering the unit. Once it happen,
cut off the mains power immediately.
yDo not operate in dirty and dusty environment, also cleaning fixtures regularly.
Please read the instructions carefully which includes important
information about the installation, operation and maintenance.