pathway Pathport PWPP WM P2 User manual

XLR Pin Standard RS485 Wire Conductor
Pin 1 Shield
Pin 2 Data - (pair 1 complement)
Pin 3 Data + (pair 1 true)
Pin 4 Not connected
Pin 5 Not connected
DMX over Cat5e/Cat6
Wire Color
and # Function XLR Pin #
White/orange (1) Data + (pair 1 true) 3
Orange (2) Data - (pair 1 complement) 2
White/green (3) Unassigned -
Green (6) Unassigned -
Blue (4) Unassigned -
White/blue (5) Unassigned -
White/brown (7) Data signal common for Pair 1 1
Brown (8) Unassigned with IDC Connectors 1
Installation Guide
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This guide describes the requirements for, and the steps
involved in the permanent installation of all Pathway
Connectivity Pathport® DMX/RDM Gateways. Some familiarity
with DMX512 and Ethernet lighting networks is assumed.
This guide covers the following model numbers: PWPP WM
P1, PWPP TM P1, PWPP HH P1, PWPP WM P2, PWPP RM
P4, PWPP RM P8, PWPP DIN P1, PWPP DIN P2, and PWPP
DIN P4 models. It may also cover certain custom Pathport
models.
Network wiring should follow standard Ethernet wiring rules and be
installed by a qualied person. Category 5 wire or better is required
and should be certied under the TIA/EIA-568 standard. Without
certication, it may be impossible to determine the source of any
problems.
Good wiring practice prohibits the termination of building wire with
a male RJ45 plug or the “hard-wiring” of data lines to end devices.
PWPP WM P2 gateways ship with an in-line female RJ45 mini-jack,
similar to a punchdown connector, as well as a short male-to-male
RJ45 jumper. The jumper is then connected to the gateway.
The in-line jack and jumper are available an accessory package for
the PWPP WM P1.
RS485 wire color is manufacturer-specic. Use the connector to
determine pin number for each wire. We suggest Belden 9829 or
9842.
When Cat5 (or higher) wire is used for DMX transmission, the
following chart is used instead:
This chart is based on ANSI standard E1.27-2 and is intended
for permanently installed DMX cabling. The connection of DMX
equipment to non-DMX equipment such as Ethernet switches may
result in equipment damage.
To help prevent this possibility, unless the wires have another
known usage in the existing installation, wires 3 through 6 should
be capped and turned back.
The use of RJ45 connectors for DMX equipment should be
restricted to patch bays in access controlled rooms and not used
for the connection of portable equipment.
Pre-congured PWPP DIN cards use Black as common, green as
D- and red as D+.
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS - WIRING & LAYOUT
PWPP DIN P1, P2, and P4, as well as PWPP RM P4 gateways
are designed to utilize the IEEE 802.3af standard, commonly
called Power-over-Ethernet (PoE). PoE-enabled switches, such as
Pathway VIA entertainment-class switches, are readily available.
Their use is strongly recommended to simply installation and prevent
the need for separate power cabling.
Pathport gateways retain their IP and patch conguration in non-
volatile memory. Signicant on-site time savings can be attained by
conguring the Pathport name and network information in the shop.
With a computer and a switch, create a simple network mock-up.
Use Pathscape software to add the devices to a Security Domain
and enable Unsecured Protocols if needed (see Pathscape manual
for details on Security).
Congure the individual Pathport and port names, and to set IP
addresses and basic patches. Put temporary labels on the Pathports
with the t-up location, then repackage them for shipping.
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS - PoE
PRE-CONFIGURATION
DMX CONNECTOR WIRE TERMINATIONS
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Good wiring practice does not permit the hard-wiring of data lines to
end devices, such as Pathports.
To facilitate proper practice, PWPP WM P2 gateways ship with an
in-line female RJ45 mini-jack, similar to a punchdown connector, as
well as a short male-to-male RJ45 jumper to connect the jack to the
node. (The jumper and jack are available as an accessory package
for the PWPP WM P1.)
First determine if the installation is using the TIA568A or TIA568B
wiring scheme. Strip back the outer insulation jacket of the building
wire no more than ¾”. Untwist the pairs, trim them to the same
length but do not remove insulation from the individual wires. Slip
the individual wires into the clear plastic guide piece, following the
color coding scheme on the sticker. Position the guide piece onto
the connector half of the jack. Press down rmly or gently apply
pressure with a pair of pliers until the two pieces click together. The
mini-inline connector is removable, if necessary.
Disconnect all power before proceeding with the installation. If the
Pathport has been pre-congured, check the temporary label to
ensure the Pathport is being installed in the correct location.
PWPP WM P2s should be installed in standard two-gang masonry
deep backboxes (ears in) for ush-mounting or, for surface mounting,
in Pathport surface mount backboxes, part number PWACC WMP2.
Use of other surface mount backboxes is not recommended. Check
the backbox for obstructions or any foreign material. The backbox
should be clean and empty of debris. Install the in-line Ethernet jack
provided, if necessary.
Attach the Pathport trim ring to the backbox with the 4 screws
provided. Do not over-tighten or distort the shape of the trim ring.
Inspect the Pathport and make sure all components, including
the printed circuit boards, are secure. Note that it is normal to see
exposed metal on the mating connectors.
If the backbox contains an RJ45 female punchdown connector,
use the male-to-male jumper (included) to connect it to the node.
Otherwise, plug the male RJ45 pigtail directly into the connector on
the back of the node. Attach the green ground wire to the ground
screw in the backbox.
If local power is required for the Pathport, see the note on local
power at the end of this guide.
Disconnect all power before proceeding
with installation.
PWPP WM P1 single-port gateways
are designed to be installed in standard
masonry deep backboxes (ears in) for
ush mounting, or deep (minimum 58mm
or 2.25”) surface mount backboxes.
If the Pathport has been pre-congured,
check the temporary label to ensure the
gateway is being installed in the correct
location.
PWPP WM P1s can be permanently set
to a specic DMX universe, 1 through
4, by use of a jumper on the back
edge of the circuit board. If the system designer has not given
specic instructions about the setting, then leave the jumper in
the NET position, and congure standard or custom patches using
Pathscape.
Because PWPP WM P1s do not have a front panel display, if you
are installing multiple gateways it’s a good idea to maintain a log
of serial numbers. The serial numbers are exposed when the
gateways are discovered in Pathscape which is where they will
be patched. If the devices are easily visible from where you run
Pathscape, use the “Identify” feature, which will blink the blue NET
LED and the green DMX LED on the selected gateway.
Once this information is recorded, check the backbox for
obstructions or foreign material. The backbox should be clean
Gently insert the Pathport straight into the backbox, lifting it slightly
so that is high in the backbox. Once all the way in, lower it until
the tabs at the top of the trim ring take hold of the face plate.
Once the top of the gateway’s faceplate is retained, swing the
bottom in tight to the wall. Make sure no wiring or connectors are
pinched, excessively bent or stressed. Using a #0 Phillips driver
(not included), tighten the two setscrews provided, one on each
side of the gateway’s face, to complete installation. If the Pathport
has shipped with hex-head set screws, instead use a 1/16” Allen
key (not provided)
The Pathport is ready to be powered up.
IN-LINE JACK INSTALLATION
PATHPORT WALL-MOUNT 2-PORT (PWPP WM P2)
PATHPORT WALL-MOUNT 1-PORT (PWPP WM P1)

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and empty of debris. Inspect the PWPP WM P1 and make sure
all components are securely fastened and that the printed circuit
boards are intact.
If the back backbox contains an Ethernet RJ45 female punchdown
connector, use a male-to-male jumper to connect it to the PWPP WM
P1. Otherwise, plug the male RJ45 pigtail directly into the connector
on the back of the PWPP WM P1. Attach the green ground wire to
the ground screw in the backbox.
Gently insert the PWPP WM P1 straight into the backbox and screw
it into place with the long mounting screws provided. Place the cover
plate over the installed PWPP WM P1 and use the two short screws
to fasten the cover plate. Do not over-tighten these screws.
The PWPP WM P1 is ready to be powered up.
Disconnect all power before proceeding.
Because PWPP DIN models are intended for installation within
enclosures, if you are installing multiple gateways it’s a good idea
to maintain a log of serial numbers. The serial numbers are exposed
when the gateways are discovered in Pathscape which is where they
will be patched. If the devices are easily visible from where you run
Pathscape, use the “Identify” feature, which will blink the blue Identify
LED on the selected gateway.
Securely mount DIN rail (if not already installed in the enclosure).
Hook the upper slots on the back of the plastic extrusion to the DIN
rail and then gently but rmly press on the bottom front corners of
the extrusion to snap the module onto the rail. Do NOT press directly
on the PCB card itself.
Attach the DMX wiring to the terminal strip output connector(s). If the
PWPP DIN is using an auxiliary power supply, connect the terminal
strip. Observe DC polarity.
Attach the network cable to the RJ45 connector marked Ethernet.
The Pathport is ready to be powered up. Both auxiliary power and
PoE can be connected simultaneously without damaging the PWPP
DIN.
PWPP DIN P1’s may be set permanently to a specic DMX universe,
1 through 4, by use of a DIP switch block on the circuit board. If the
system designer has not given specic instructions about this setting,
all switches should be left in the OFF position, and congured with
Pathscape.
The Portable 1-Port Gateway may be
powered using Power-over-Ethernet or
a 24VDC supply with a 2.5mm center-
positive barrel connector.
To attach the hanging bracket, remove
the top two screws from either end of
the portable enclosure (four screws
altogether), position the hanging
bracket over the top of the enclosure,
then use the same screws to attach the
bracket to the enclosure.
The hanging bracket has a 1/2”
(12.5mm) hole suitable for a C-Clamp or other hanger (not
included).
The PWPP HH P1 XLR5F operates on Power-over-Ethernet during
normal operation, but may be congured using power from a 9V
battery (included). Note that when battery powered, the device will
shut down when idle after a short time to conserve battery life.
Once connected to a PoE source, the PWPP HH P1 XLR5F is
ready for use.
It may be congured using its front panel or with Pathscape over
the network.
The PWPP RM P4 operates on Power-over-Ethernet or an auxiliary
24 or 48 VDC supply with a 2.5mm center-positive barrel connector
(supply not included).
Once powered up, the PWPP RM P4 is ready for use. There is no
on/o󰀨 switch.
The PWPP RM P4 is designed for installation in a standard EIA 19”
rack, with the LCD and encoder facing out. Attach the rack ears
(included) to either side of the enclosure using the Phillips screws
provided (two per ear). Attach the PWPP RM P4 to the rack using
standard rack screws (not included).
A joiner is included to allow two PWPP RM P4s to be installed side-
by-side in 1RU of rack space. Wall (PWACC WMSM) and truss
mount (PWACC TMSM) adapters are available as accessories.
See the Pathscape website under “Pathport Rack-mount” to
download the Product Manual for additional information.
PATHPORT DIN-MOUNT (PWPP DIN P1/P2/P4)
PATHPORT PORTABLE 1-PORT (PWPP DT/TM P1)
PATHPORT HAND HELD (PWPP HH P1 XLR5F)
PATHPORT RACK-MOUNT 4-PORT (PWPP RM P4)

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The PWPP RM P8 operates on wall power, accepting an input
voltage between 100-240VAC at either 50 or 60 Hz. The AC outlet
shall be near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. There
is no on/o󰀨 switch. This equipment relies on building installation
overcurrent protection.
Once powered up, the PWPP RM P8 is ready for use.
The PWPP RM P8 is designed for installation in a standard EIA 19”
rack, with the LCD and encoder facing out. Attach the rack ears
(included) to either side of the enclosure using the Phillips screws
provided (two per ear). Attach the PWPP RM P8 to the rack using
standard rack screws (not included).
Wall (PWACC WMLG) and truss mount (PWACC TMLG) adapters
are available as accessories.
See the Pathscape website under “Pathport Rack-mount” to
download the Product Manual for additional information.
PATHPORT RACK-MOUNT 8-PORT (PWPP RM P8)
Due to new cybersecurity laws, all Pathport devices shipped after
January 1, 2020 have security properties enabled. This means
that by default, the device is not set up to receive unsecured
network protocols such as Art-Net, E1.31 sACN, ShowNet, NET2
or Pathport Protocol.
You must add the Pathport to a Security Domain using
Pathscape before conguration and use.
Pathway ssACN (Secure sACN) is enabled by default.
To use the above unsecured protocols, open Pathscape. In
the Pathport base device properties, under the Network DMX
Receive Protocols section, click the Allow Unsecured RX
checkbox.
Once checked, you may select the network protocol(s) to receive.
For further information, please see the following sections in the
Pathscape manual: Security, Pathport Properties > Network
DMX Receive Protocols .
IMPORTANT - UNSECURED NETWORK PROTOCOLS
PWPP RM P8 and PWPP RM P4 devices running rmware V6.1
and later will show a Security Mode screen when rst powered
on.
Choose the Security Mode from the front panel using the encoder
knob.
Security Mode
Wait for Pathscape to Secure
Local Conguration Only
Disable Security
If adding to a Security Domain in Pathscape, no input here is
needed. Open Pathscape on a PC on the same network as the
gateway and add it to a Security Domain.
If using the gateway from the front panel only, select Local
Conguration Only (Read-Only) mode. The device will only be
congurable from the Front Panel; conguration from Pathscape
is disabled.
If opting out of Security features, select Disable Security. The
device will be congurable using Pathscape from any PC on the
network (even by unauthorized parties), as well as the front panel.
The system is now ready for conguration and testing.
See PWPP RM P8 or PWPP RM P4 manual for further details.
You must select a Security Mode and manually enable
unsecured protocols before use.
If the device is set to Local Conguration Only (Read-Only)
mode or security is Disabled, Pathway ssACN is not available
for use.
If the device is secured via Pathscape and part of a Security
Domain, Pathway ssACN (Secure sACN) is enabled by default,
all others must be manually enabled.
Enable desired protocols in the same manner as shown above.
Devices set to Local Conguration Only mode must enable
protocols using the front panel encoder and display.
See the respective PWPP RM P8 or PWPP RM P4 manual for
instructions on using the front panel display and encoder for
menu navigation and conguration of settings.
IMPORTANT - SECURITY MODE (RACK-MOUNT MODELS)
NETWORK PROTOCOLS (RACK-MOUNT MODELS)

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Pathport conguration is done with Pathscape software or through
the front panel user interface on some models. Please refer to the
Pathscape manual, or the individual model’s manual, for instructions
on device conguration.
The AC socket outlet (if applicable) shall be installed near the
equipment and shall be easily accessible.
This equipment relies on building installation primary overcurrent
protection.
Except for the IEC chassis plug marked for AC input on the
PWPP RM P8, all ports on all Pathport gateways are to receive
low voltages only.
All ports intended for DMX512 or other EIA485 signals shall not
be connected to anything other than low voltage signal sources
or receivers.
Attaching anything other than low voltage sources to the data
ports may result in severe equipment damage, and personal injury
or death.
CONFIGURATION
WARNING
All Pathport Gateways are designed for indoor use in a dry location.
To maximize equipment life and minimize unreliability and sudden
failure, the following environment should be maintained:
• Ambient Operating temperature: 14°F to 113°F (-10°C to
+45°C) [DIN models]
• Ambient Operating temperature: 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to
+50°C) [All other models]
• Relative humidity: 5 – 95%, non-condensing
• General conditions: clean, dust-free
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
All PWPP WM P1, PWPP WM P2, PWPP RM P4 and PWPP DIN
models may be connected to an external power supply when Power-
over- Ethernet is not available. Each Pathport will require a supply
between 18 and 50VDC and consume no more than 8 watts of
power.
For PWPP WM P1, PWPP WM P2 and PWPP RM P4 in portable
applications, we suggest power supply catalog number PWPWR
WW BARL 24W 24VDC.
For PWPP DIN we suggest catalog number PWPWR DIN TERM
50W 24VDC for use in North America.
With the power supply turned o󰀨, connect the bare wire ends to the
2-wire terminal block (included). Slip the block over the pins marked
+ and -, observing polarity.
Check all wiring, then connect the power supply to the mains power.
The AC connection required should be provided in accordance with
local regulations.
LOCAL POWER