Next DMX 512 User manual

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USER’S MANUAL
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Wireless DMX 512 TRANSCEIVER
DMX
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We congratulate you on your purchase of Wi DMX.
Before you proceed using this product, read this user’s manual carefully, as
it gives important information on safety, use and maintenance .

FRONT PANEL
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MODE
9V-DC IN
OUT
IN
DMX 512
12
DMX
Wi
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DMX 512 ch 40hZ
SET
OFFON
TERM.
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5
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Shows the state of transmission/receipt of the channel 1
Shows the state of transmission/receipt of the channel 2
LCD display, it shows all the informations on the Wi DMX functions.
MODE key
SET key
DOWN key
UP key
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Setting of the equipment
1.1 Unpack WI DMX
1.2 Acessories and documentation provided with the equipment
Description of the side panel and installation
2.1 Description of the side panel
2.2 Making a DMX 512 signal cable
2.3
Input connection for power supply
2.4 Connection of the ac-adapter to main AC
Initial setting
3.1 Setting of the operating mode
Use of the equipment - operating modes
4.1 TRANSMITTER mode
4.2 Setting of Tx1
4.3 LED 1 function
4.4 Setting of Tx2
4.5 LED 2 function
4.6 Receiver PAIRING
5.1
RECEIVER mode
5.2 State of
Rx1
5.3 LED 1 function
5.4 State of Rx2
5.5 LED 2 function
5.6 Pairing with Transmitter (GET PAIRING)
5.7 Pairing with Transmitter (GET PAIRING) using Wi D PEN
6.1
EXTENDER mode
6.2 Setting of
Tx1
6.3 LED 1 function
6.4 Setting of Rx2
6.5 LED 2 function
6.6 Receiver PAIRING
6.7 Pairing with Transmitter (GET PAIRING)
6.8 Pairing with Transmitter (GET PAIRING) using Wi D PEN
7.1 TX BACKUP mode
INDEX

Open the box; Remove the ac-adapter and the documentation.
Take the equipment out of the box as shown in the picture below.
1.1 UNPACK WI-DMX
1.2 ACESSORIES AND DOCUMENTATION PROVIDED WITH THE EQUIPMENT
Verify the contents of the packing.
If one of the following parts of the packing is missing or damaged, please,
contact your dealer immediately.
• Wi DMX
• User’s manual.
• Warranty
• Ac-adapter mod.1814807
• 1 XLR 3/5 P male connector
• 1 XLR 3/5 P female connector
Read the following warnings before beginning installation.
• This unit is not intended for home use.
• Read this manual thoroughly and observe the following precautions before working
with the Wi DMX.
• Take care not to spill liquids on to the controller and do not use it in excessively humid
conditions.
• Do not install Wi DMX near heat sources or expose it to direct sunlight and do not
install in dusty environments without suitable protection.
• Do not use Wi DMX unless the ac-adapter cable and plug are in perfect condition
(replace or repair if necessary).
• Do not use solvents such as acetone or alcohol to clean the controller or the finish
and panel lettering will be damaged.
• If a fault occurs, consult your nearest service centre or a specialized light equipment
repair service. Do not attempt to repair the controller yourself.

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2.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE SIDE PANEL
1
Standard DMX 512 signal OUTPUT with a 3/5-pole cannon connector.
2
Standard DMX 512 signal INPUT with a 3/5-pole cannon connector.
3DMX TERMINATOR
1 2
3
2.2 MAKING A DMX 512 SIGNAL CABLE
Wi DMX has a DMX 512 input/output that uses standard XLR 5-pin or XLR 3-pin
connectors.
The connection must be put into practice with shielded cable by these characteristics:
- 2 conductors + shield
- 120 Ohm impedance
- low capacity
- maximum transmission rate 250 Kbaud.
For the connection refer to the underlying picture
ATTENTION: the shield of the cable must never be connected to the ground of the
electrical system as this could cause faults during the working of the Wi DMX.
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Common
DMX
-
DMX +
XLR 5-pin
1
3
2Common
DMX
-
DMX +
XLR 3-pin

2.3 INPUT CONNECTION FOR POWER SUPPLY
2.4 CONNECTION OF THE AC-ADAPTER TO THE MAIN AC
Plug the connector of the ac-adapter completly in the power input
To disconnect it, extract gently.
ATTENTION: do not use ac-adapters different from the one supplied, it
could cause serious damages at the internal circuitation.
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MAKE SURE THAT VOLTAGE AND POWER FREQUENCY CORRESPOND TO
WHAT IS REPORTED ON THE AC ADAPTER PLATE.
The supplied ac-adapter has a plug, therefore you should only plug it in the
socket.
When Wi DMX is powered, on display
appears as in (Fig.1),if this condition is not
true, please check if there is power in the
electric socket or check the connection
between ac-adapter/controller and ac-adapter/electric socket.
If the problem persist, please consult your dealer.
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WIRELESS
Fig. 1
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SET
This procedure allows to change between TRANSMITTER -
RECEIVER - EXTENDER - BACKUP mode of operation .
-Power down the Wi DMX.
-While holding down SET key (Fig.2), Power up the Wi DMX.
REGARDLESS OF THE MODE, YOU MUST EXECUTE THE PAIRING OPERATIONS
EXPLAINED IN THE RELATIVE CHAPTERS OF THIS MANUAL
The WWiiDDMMXXfactory default mode is TTRRAANNSSMMIITTTTEERR
On display appears as in (Fig.3).
Use UP/DOWN keys to change operating
mode.
Confirm with SET key
(Fig.2).
Fig. 2
3.1 SETTING OF THE OPERATING MODE
The connection must be like in (Fig.4)
WWiiDDMMXXanalyzes the DDMMXX551122signal as soon as the
XLR connector is inserted and shows the number of
channels generated from the controller (Fig.5);
in absence of signal the display appears like in (Fig.6).
This operation mode allows you to transmit the DMX 512 signal coming from a con-
troller to the paired receivers, through two channels of transmission.
4.1 TRANSMITTER MODE
CFG
:
TRANSMITTER
Fig. 3
dmx
:
512ch, 40hz
Fig. 5
dmx
:
<<no data>>
Fig. 6
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DMX coming
from controller
DMX to other
projectors
Fig. 4

With MODE key (Fig.7) find the text like in (Fig.8).
To change the setting hold SET key (Fig.9) until the first value starts
blinking (Fig.10).
Use UP/DOWN keys to change the value (Fig.11).
Use MODE key to move to the next value (Fig.7).
When finished, confirm with SET key (Fig.9)
The range of DMX channels to transmit must correspond to the chan-
nels used by the projectors connected to the paired receivers on band 1.
You should set such projectors on consecutive DMX addresses.
NN..BB..::If you get problem of transmission, try changing the Radio channel.
When Radio channel is modified, receivers start searching until they find the
new Radio channel.
Slow blinking: Transmitter OOKK, no DDMMXX551122signal.
Switched on : Transmitter OOKK, DDMMXX551122signal OOKK.
This function allows to set the range of DMX channels to transmit on band
1 (RED LED) to the paired receivers and the RADIO channel to use, among
the ten available (from 0R to 9R).
4.2 SETTING OF TX1
4.3 LED 1 FUNCTION (RED)
Fig. 7
TX1
:
1 - 48 C
:
0R
Fig. 8
Fig. 10
SET
Fig. 9
TX1
:
1 48 C
:
0R
Fig. 11
MODE

With MODE key (Fig.12) find the text like in (Fig.13).
To change the setting hold SET key (Fig.14) until the first value starts
blinking (Fig.15).
Use UP/DOWN keys to change the value (Fig.16).
Use MODE key to move to the next value (Fig.12).
When finished, confirm with SET key (Fig.14)
The range of DMX channels to transmit must correspond to the chan-
nels used by the projectors connected to the paired receivers on band 2.
You should set such projectors on consecutive DMX addresses.
NN..BB..::If you get problem of transmission, try changing the Radio channel.
When Radio channel is modified, receivers start searching until they find the
new Radio channel.
Slow blinking: Transmitter OOKK, no DDMMXX551122signal.
Switched on : Transmitter OOKK, DDMMXX551122signal OOKK.
This function allows to set the range of DMX channels to transmit on band
2 (GREEN LED) to the paired receivers and the RADIO channel to use,
among the ten available (from 0G to 9G).
4.4 SETTING OF TX2
4.5 LED 2 FUNCTION (GREEN)
Fig. 12
TX2
:
49 - 128 C
:
0G
Fig. 13
Fig. 15
SET
Fig. 14
TX2
:
49 128 C
:
0G
Fig. 16
MODE

This function allows to pair the receiver Wi D Pen to the transmitter Wi
DMX, to avoid interactions with other unit of the same type.
4.6 RECEIVER PAIRING
With MODE key (Fig.17) find the text like in (Fig.18).
Connect Wi D Pen to the DDMMXX551122ttrraannssmmiitttteerrsignal IINN
(Fig.20/1) without connecting Wi D Pen ac-adapter.
Hold SET key (Fig.19) until a writing appears like in (Fig.20).
After a few seconds a result of the operation is given; if like in (Fig.21) pairing succeeded ;
else the message of (Fig.22) appears.
Fig. 17
MODE
SET
Fig. 19
PAIR RECEIVER
Fig. 18
PAIRing
:
wait...
Fig. 20
Fig. 20/1
PAIRing
:
<ok!>
Fig. 21
PAIRing
:
failed!
Fig. 22

The connection must be like in (Fig.23).
In this mode switch terminator to OONN
WWiiDDMMXXreceives the Radio signal and shows
the number of channels generated (Fig.24);
in absence of Radio or DMX signal the display
appears like in (Fig.25).
This operation mode allows you to receive the DMX 512 signal coming from a Wi
DMX transmitter and provide it to the connected projectors.
5.1 RECEIVER MODE
dmx
:
512ch, 40hz
Fig. 24
dmx
:
<<no data>>
Fig. 25
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DMX to other
projector
Terminator
Fig. 23

With MODE key (Fig.26) find the text like in (Fig.27).
Slow blinking: Receiver OOKK, no DDMMXX551122signal.
Fast blinking: Channel research.
Switched on : Receiver OOKK, DDMMXX551122signal OOKK.
This function allows to visualize the state of the receiver of band 1.
5.2 STATE OF RX1
5.3 LED 1 FUNCTION (RED)
Fig. 26
rX1
:
48ch C
:
0R
Fig. 27
rX1
:
no data C
:
0R
Fig. 27
rX1
:
searching...
Fig. 27
MODE
Reception OK
Reception OK no DMX signal
Radio channel research

With MODE key (Fig.28) find the text like in (Fig.29).
Slow blinking: Receiver OOKK, no DDMMXX551122signal.
Fast blinking: Channel research.
Switched on : Receiver OOKK, DDMMXX551122signal OOKK.
This function allows to visualize the state of the receiver of band 2.
5.4 STATE OF RX2
5.5 LED 2 FUNCTION (GREEN)
Fig. 28
rX2
:
128ch C
:
0g
Fig. 29
rX2
:
no data C
:
0g
Fig. 29
rX2
:
searching...
Fig. 29
MODE
Reception OK
Reception OK no DMX signal
Radio channel research

This function allows to pair the Wi DMX set as receiver with a Wi DMX set
as trasmitter, to avoid interactions with other unit of the same type. For
this operation you need a DMX signal cable connected between the two unit.
5.6 PAIRING WITH TRANSMITTER (GET PAIRING)
Remove any cable on the DMX connectors and connect the DMX
signal cable between the two unit.
On the RREECCEEIIVVEERRWWiiDDMMXX, with MODE key (Fig.29)
find the text like in
(Fig.30).
On the TTRRAANNSSMMIITTTTEERRWWiiDDMMXX, with MODE key (Fig.29)
find the text like
in
(Fig.31).
On the RREECCEEIIVVEERRWWiiDDMMXX
hold SET key (Fig.32) until a writing appears
like in (Fig.33).
On the TTRRAANNSSMMIITTTTEERRWWiiDDMMXX hold SET key (Fig.32) until a writing
appears like in (Fig.34).
After a few seconds a result of the operation is given; if like in (Fig.35) on both unit, pai-
ring succeeded; else the message of (Fig.36) appears.
Fig. 29
MODE
PAIR RECEIVER
PAIRing
:
wait...
Fig. 34
get pairing
PAIRing
:
reading
Fig. 33
PAIRing
:
<ok!>
PAIRing
:
failed!
Fig. 36
RECEIVER Wi DMX TRANSMITTER Wi DMX
Fig. 32
SET
Fig. 30 Fig. 31
Fig. 35

This function allows to pair the Wi DMX set as receiver with a Wi DMX set
as trasmitter.
For this operation you need a Wi D PEN already paired with the trasmitter
Wi DMX
(v.par.4.6)
5.7 PAIRING WITH TRANSMITTER (GET PAIRING) USING WI D PEN
With MODE key
(Fig.37) find the text like in (Fig.38).
Connect Wi D Pen to the DMX signal input
(without connecting Wi D Pen ac-adapter).
Hold SET key (Fig.39) until a writing appears like in (Fig.40).
After a few seconds a result of the operation is given; if like in (Fig.41) pairing
succeeded ; else the message of (Fig.42) appears.
Fig. 37
MODE
SET
Fig. 39
get pairing
Fig. 38
PAIRing
:
reading
Fig. 40
PAIRing
:
<ok!>
Fig. 41
PAIRing
:
failed!
Fig. 42

This operation mode allows you to receive the DMX 512 signal coming from a Wi
DMX transmitter, provide it to the connected projectors and re-transmit it to other
receiver unit.
6.1 EXTENDER MODE
The connection must be like in (Fig.43).
In this mode switch terminator to OONN
WWiiDDMMXXreceives the Radio signal and shows
the number of channels generated
(Fig.44);
in
absence of Radio or DMX signal the display
appears like in (Fig.45).
dmx
:
512ch, 40hz
Fig. 44
dmx
:
<<no data>>
Fig. 45
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DMX to other
projector
Terminator
Fig. 43

With MODE key ( Fig.46 ) find the text like in ( Fig.47 ).
To change the setting hold SET key ( Fig.48) until the value starts
blinking ( Fig.49).
Use UP/DOWN keys to change the value ( Fig.50).
When finished, confirm with SET key (Fig.48
It is advisable not to use the same Radio channel found by the receiver.
NN..BB..::If you get problem of transmission, try changing the Radio channel.
When Radio channel is modified, receivers start searching until they find the
new Radio channel.
Slow blinking: Transmitter OOKK, no DDMMXX551122signal.
Switched on : Transmitter OOKK, DDMMXX551122signal OOKK.
NN..BB.: If a Radio channel between 00RRaanndd99RRis used, the led is RReedd.
If a Radio channel between 00GGaanndd99GGis used, the led is GGrreeeenn.
This function allows to set the range of DMX channels to transmit on band
1 (RED LED) to the paired receivers and the RADIO channel to use, among
the ten available (from 0R to 9R).
6.2 SETTING OF TX1
6.3 LED 1 FUNCTION
Fig. 46
TX1
:
48ch C
:
0R
Fig. 47
SET
Fig. 48 Fig. 50
MODE
Fig. 49
TX1
:
48CH C
:
0R