PXM PX163+ User manual

MANUAL
PX163+
DRIVER LED
48 x 700mA
R

Rev.1.1
tel.: [phone]
fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.pxm.pl
CONTENTS
1. General description..............................................................................................
2. Safety conditions.................................................................................................
3. Model description.................................................................................................
4. Connection diagram.............................................................................................
5. DMX signal connection........................................................................................
6. Meaning of displayed messages.........................................................................
7. Programming of group parameters......................................................................
7.1 Setting of DMX address......................................................................
7.2 Operation mode...................................................................................
7.3 Response to the lack of DMX signal...................................................
7.4 The smoothing function.......................................................................
8. Programming of individual parameters................................................................
9. Frequency of PWM signals..................................................................................
10. Minimum level of brightness..............................................................................
11. Screen timeout...................................................................................................
12. Additional functions............................................................................................
12.1. Rotation of the display......................................................................
12.2. Default settings and memory error...................................................
13. RDM description of available parameters..........................................................
14. Programming.....................................................................................................
15. Dimensions........................................................................................................
16. Technical data....................................................................................................
Declaration of conformity.........................................................................................
Manufacturer reserves the right to make modifications in order to improve device operation.
PXM Marek Żupnik spółka komandytowa
Podłęże 654
32-003 Podłęże
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PX163+ is a 48-channel voltage driver designed for the RGB matrix systems, ideally suited for
controlling lighting in large areas consisting of multiple modular elements. An example can be
here the façade - LED screens or illuminated floors.
It is possible to control all 48 channels through the DMX-512 protocol with the use of the in-built
DMX signal receiver. The wide range of supply voltage (12-24V DC) and the high ampacity of
outputs (maximum 0.7A per channel) enable the connection of a lot of LEDs, and consequently
the whole surface is equally lit. By the application of 12bits for 274Hz and 10bits for 1kHz of
resolution, the brightness control of individual channels is entirely smooth. The implementation of
modern technology “flicker free”, i.e. a possibility to select frequency 1kHz is the additional
advantage. By means of this option, the PX163+ driver can successfully be used in installations
made for the needs of the television industry. What is more, the RDM protocol has been
implemented in PX163+. In comparison with the previous version the device has been extended
with a display unit, an intuitive menu and buttons, which allows convenient configuration.
The device has the function of channels addressing, 18 integrated programmes and one scene
that can be programmed. The programs can be played in the effective mode, or in the case of the
disappearance of DMX signal. The driver is produced in a "common anode" version, which allows
you to connect LEDs with the common plus.
A flat small housing with dimensions of 151 x 158.5 x 30 mm is designed for wall mounting. Screw
connectors allow for quick and easy installation.
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
2. SAFETY CONDITIONS
DRIVER LED 48 x 700mA powered with safe voltage 12-24V; however, during its installation and
use the following rules must be strictly observed:
1. Installation of equipment, in particular, power connection should be made by a licensed
person, in accordance with this manual.
2. The device may only be connected to DC current (stabilized voltage) with current-carrying
capacity compatible with technical data.
3. Product is designated only to indoor usage. In case of any outdoor usage it should be protected
agains any weather conditions.
4. All the conductors should be protected against mechanical and thermal damage.
5. In the event of any conductor damaging, it should be replaced with the one of the same
technical specification.
6. Connection of DMX signal should be made with shielded conductor.
7. All repairs and connections of outputs or DMX signal can only be made with power off.
8. PX163+ should be strictly protected against contact with water and other liquids.
9. All sudden shocks - particularly dropping - should be avoided.
10. The device cannot be turned on in places with humidity exceeding 90%.
11. The device cannot be used in places with temperature lower than +2°C or higher than +40°C.
12. For cleaning use only a damp cloth.

3. MODEL DESCRIPTION
1. Driving outputs: 48 (OUTPUTS)
2. DMX OUT
3. DMX IN
4. Power supply
5. LED display
6. Driving buttons
7. Diode of DMX signal
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NOTE!!!
Current load capacity of a single power
connection must not be greater than 10A !!!
In order to increase the current load capacity of connection, perform the connections of several
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inputs. The minimum cross section of the cable is 2.5 mm .
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4. CONNECTION DIAGRAM
Power supply
power supply
12-24V DC
R
R
R
B
B
B
G
G
G
R
R
R
+
+-
The receivers are connected to the driving and power supplying outputs as
shown in the figure. The specified number of light sources can be on each
line, depending on consumed power, and the load of each line is max.
700mA. Therefore, after connecting all the receivers, add all lines and select
the adapter with adequate power.

6. MEANING OF DISPLAYED MESSAGES
DMX address of the device - the basic position in the MENU
setting of the parameters for each channel separately
setting of DMX address
selection of the driving method
selection of the response to the lack of DMX signal
setting of the parameters for all channels simultaneously
driving in the effective mode
scene
program no. 17
switching off of all outputs
switching on of all outputs at 100%
setting the scene
setting of DMX address for the first channel
5. DMX SIGNAL CONNECTION
PX163+ must be connected to DMX line in series. This means that DMX IN terminals in the device
must be provided with a driving cable, and then from DMX OUT connector the driving cable must
be provided to other DMX receivers.
If PX163+ is the last device in DMX line, "DMX+" and "DMX-" terminals must be provided with the
terminator-resistor of 120 Ohm.
120 Ohm
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driving in a 48-channel mode

the program playing speed
liquidity level of changing the steps in the program
the memory error message
the restore default settings menu in the device
the function of smoothing of transitions between different values
minimum level of brightness
setting of brightness of the program
frequency of PWM signals
switching on of the screen backlight
7. PROGRAMMING OF GROUP PARAMETERS
Programming in this menu is common to all channels. After selecting ALL from the main menu,
confirm selection by pressing "enter", then with "next" or "previous" select the parameters to be
set:
Adr - DMX address of the device,
Cbn - selection of the driving method,
noS - response of the device to the disappearance of DMX signal,
Sth - the function of the smoothing of transitions between different values.
The next step is to confirm selection by pressing "enter".
The address programmed in this way will delete the previous individual settings of the channels.
7.1. Setting of DMX address
PX163+ driver's menu allows you to set DMX address of the device in the range from 1 to 464 or
from 1 to 5 depending on the operating mode. For 48b mode, the module takes further forty-eight
DMX addresses, when setting 464 address, the last channel takes 512 address. For the effective
mode, it takes further 4 DMX addresses.
NEXT
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
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The description of operation of EFF 4-byte (effective) mode
7.2. Operation mode
PX163+ driver can operate in the effective mode (EFF) and the 48-channel mode (48b).
In order to select the colour mode, in ALL menu enter Cbn function, and then select 48b for 48-
channel or EFF for 4-channel mode (effective).
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NEXT
ENTER
ENTER
NEXT
ENTER
CHANNEL 2 - setting of speed (higher value - faster changes)
CHANNEL 3
CHANNEL 4 - setting of brightness (higher value - stronger light)
- means the ability to drive the parameter of the selected effect
sign („-”) - means no ability to drive the parameter of the selected effect
- setting of fade (higher value - smoother transition)
sign („x”)
CHANNEL 1 - select the effect
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The description of the effective mode channels
CHANNEL 1 - EFFECT
CHANNEL 2
SPEED
CHANNEL 3
FADE
CHANNEL 4
BRIGHTNESS
< 0 - 12 > Program 1
x
x
x
< 13 - 25 > Program 2
x
x
x
< 26 - 38 > Program 3
x
x
x
< 39 - 51 > Program 4
x
x
x
< 52 - 64 > Program 5
x
x
x
< 65 - 77 > Program 6
x
x
x
< 78 - 90 > Program 7
x
x
x
< 91 - 103 > Program 8
x
x
x
< 104 - 116 > Program 9
x
x
x
< 117 - 129 > Program 10
x
x
x
< 130 - 142 > Program 11
x
x
x
< 143 - 155 > Program 12
x
x
x
< 156 - 168 > Program 13
x
x
x
< 169 - 181 > Program 14
x
x
x
< 182 - 194 > Program 15
x
x
x
< 195 - 207 > Program 16
x
x
x
< 208 - 220 > Program 17
x
x
x
< 221 - 233 > Program 18
x
x
x
< 234 - 255 > OFF
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In order to set the playing
speed of the program, in the
tab of the program tab press
"enter". SPd will appear.
Repress "enter" and select the
appropriate value from 0.1 to
99.9 seconds. In order to
accept the settings, press
"enter". This is the duration of
the individual steps.
In order to accept the settings, press "enter".
In order to change the speed of changing the steps, press "enter" in the tab of the selected
program. Then click "next" or "previous" to set FAd parameter. Repress "enter" and enter the
selected value between 0 (transition function) to 100 (completely smooth transition) by using
"previous" or "next". Confirm the settings with "enter".
7.3. Response to the lack of DMX signal
This function is used both to protect the system against the disappearance of DMX signal and to
gain the driving of LEDs without connecting an external driver. After it has been activated, in case
of the lack of DMX signal, the module will perform the selected function by itself. Reconnecting of
DMX signal will automatically break the performed function, and the module will again send the
command with a DMX line.
In order to obtain the dimming
value, in the tab of the program
tab press "enter". SPd appears,
press "next" twice until you see
dim . Repress "enter"
and select the appropriate
value from 0 to 255. In order to
accept the settings, press
"enter".
you can use 18 ready
programs. For each of them, it
is also possible to adjust the
playing speed, change
brightness and smoothly
change the steps in the
program
ENTER
ENTER
NEXT
NEXT
on means switching on of all
outputs at 100%, and oFF
means the total switching off of
outputs
In order to manually
program the scene,
enter Sc option; a more
detailed description is
below
In order to start
the NO
SIGNAL
function, enter
noS option
NEXT
ENTER
NEXT
NEXT
NEXT
NEXT
NEXT
In order to program the scene select Sc, then confirm with "enter". For the selected channel (48
channels available) repress "enter" and select the appropriate value from 0 to 255. In order to
accept the settings, press "enter".
ENTER
2 x NEXT
In order to set the rising time of the scene, select
SPd, press "enter", and select the appropriate
value from 0.1 to 99.9 seconds. In order to
accept the settings, press "enter".
ENTER
18 x NEXT
ENTER ENTER
NEXT
NEXT
ENTER
NEXT
NEXT
NEXT
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8. PROGRAMMING OF INDIVIDUAL PARAMETERS
PX163+ module has the option of individual settings. It allows you to provide each output channel
with any address. The simplest example is the driving of brightness with LED of the same colour
connected to each driver output.
In this case, provide the channels from 1 to 48 with the same address (e.g. 1), so that with one
slider on the driving panel or due to change of the value of DMX, you can cause the response on
any of 48 channels.
In order to program the individual settings:
1. Enter the function of individual settings that are marked as Ind.
2. Set the address for the remaining outputs. The user can
change the individual channel addresses only for active
channels (in the effective EFF mode four channels, in 48-
channel mode 48b forty-eight).
3. By pressing "next" or "previous", select the appropriate DMX
channel from 1 to 512.
NEXT
ENTER
ENTER
NEXT
ENTER
NEXT
NEXT 3
NEXT
The device has also the smoothing option. Smoothing allows for smooth brightness and colour
changes. When the function is on, the transition between further DMX values sent to the lamp
(e.g. responsible for brightness) occurs smoothly without obvious jerks, which prevents the
effects of "vibrations" in the lighting system.
The user can select one of four levels of smoothing (1 – 4).
Level 1 – lowest smoothing
Level 4 – highest smoothing
The user can also switch smoothing off (OFF).
7.4. The smoothing function
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ENTER
ENTER
3x NEXT
ENTER
NEXT
PREV
NEXT
NEXT

9. FREQUENCY OF PWM SIGNALS
The Frq function allows you to set the base frequency to drive LEDs. This function is extremely
useful for applications in the television industry. By using the "flicker free" technology, you can
avoid an unpleasant image flicker effect caused by a lack of appropriate synchronization of LED
driving signal. The user has two available frequency: 274 Hz (function Lo) and 1000 Hz (Hi).
The value of frequency in the upper range avoids the flicker effect visible in the cameras.
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ENTER
ENTER
NEXT
2x
NEXT
25510 DMX
brightness
OFS
ENTER
ENTER
NEXT
3x
NEXT
10. MINIMUM LEVEL OF BRIGHTNESS
The function of setting the minimum level of brightness (OFS) has been implemented in the
PX163+ device, which can be set in the range from 0 to 100.
The way it functions is presented in the diagram below:
This parameter is useful when the
diodes connected to the driver show
unstable functioning at the low control
levels. In such a case the increase in
the value OFFSET can result in
achieving better dimming effects.

11. SCREEN TIMEOUT
The device has been equipped with the option of switching off the backlight of the screen. This is
provided by the SCr option. By using it, the display is switched off after approx. 1 min. of inactivity
(buttons unused). The device still operates without interfering with other parameters. In order to
restore the backlight, use any button.
In order to activate the backlight:
1. Set the SCr function and confirm with "enter".
2. With "next" or "previous" change the value to on and confirm with
"enter".
You should follow similarly in order to switch off this function, but then
select oFF.
1
ENTER
NEXT
3x
NEXT
ENTER
12. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
12.1. Rotation of the display
If necessary, you can rotate the display without rotating the whole device.
Just hold two middle buttons ("previous" and "next") at the same time for approximately 3s.
NOTE: In addition to the display, the order of the buttons is also changed in terms of places.
PX163+ has additional features: rotation of the display and possibility to restore the default
settings of the device. In addition, the driver signals the integrated memory error.
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12.2. Default settings and memory error
The device has been equipped with the option of restoration of the default settings.
In order to use this option, disconnect PX163+ from power supply. Before reconnecting power
supply, press and hold "previous". Then, after switching on, a dFl message will appear on the
device's screen (while switching on power until dFl message appears, "previous" must be
pressed).
This is the indication of the menu of the factory settings restoration. The acceptance of the
message with "enter" restores the default settings. It is also possible to exit this menu without
returning to the default settings. In this case, select "escape".
The default settings in PX163+ are as follows:
ŸDMX address - 1,
Ÿoperating mode of the driver - 48b,
Ÿoperating mode of no signal - OFF,
Ÿsmoothing function (smooth) - Level 1,
Ÿfrequency - 274 Hz,
ŸSCr option - switched off
ENTER
POWER ON
WCIŚNIĘTY PREVIOUS
ESCAPE
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normal
position
reversed
screen
In order to restore the
standard setting, hold the
m i d d l e b u t t o n s f o r
approximately 3s.
The device has an integrated operating control of the integrated memory.
In case of problems with the operation of the memory, on the display of PX163+ Err message -
memory error will appear.
In this case, select "enter", then the device reloads the default configuration to the memory. If after
this operation Err message is still displayed on the display, it means that the memory is
permanently damaged and the device must be sent to the service.
Err message - memory error

13. RDM DESCRIPTION OF AVAILABLE PARAMETERS
PX163+ supports the DMX-RDM protocol. The DMX protocol has been designed to allow one-
direction flow of data, while its extension, the RDM protocol, can send information in two
directions. For this reason, it is possible to simultaneously receive and send information, and
hence the possibility of monitoring the operation of the devices compliant with the RDM protocol,
and possible reconfiguring of their operating parameters.
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Below is a list of RDM parameters supported by the PX163+:
Parameter name
PiD
Description
PARAMETER_DESCRIPTION
0x0051
description of additional parameters
DEVICE_INFO
0x0060
information concerning the device
SOFTWARE_VERSION_LABEL
0x00C0
firmware version of the device
DMX_START_ADDRESS *
0x00F0
DMX starting address of the device;
Range 1-464 or 1-508, depending on the
operating mode.
IDENTIFY_DEVICE *
0x1000
device identification;
Two states are possible: identification is off
(0x00 value) and identification is on (0x01
value).
STATUS_MESSAGES
0x0030
information about device status
DEVICE_MODEL_
DESCRIPTION
0x0080
device description, e.g. name
MANUFACTURER_LABEL
0x0081
manufacturer description, e.g. name
DEVICE_LABEL *
0x0082
additional device description;
It is possible to enter an additional device
description using up to 32 ASCII characters.
DMX_PERSONALITY
0x00E0
DMX operational mode
DMX_PERSONALITY_
DESCRIPTION
0x00E1
description of individual operational modes

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Parameter name
PiD
Description
NO_SIG_P1-
18|SC_19|ON_20|OFF_21 *
0x801C
choice of work mode for No DMX signal;
Minimal Value is 1, maximal 21. For values 1-
18 menu allows to chose program from 1 to 18
which is played during no DMX signal
detection. For the 19 value a scene saved in
memory is set and for the 20 value all outputs
are set to ON with maximum value. The value
21 sets to OFF all outputs during time with no
DMX signal received. Default value is 21.
SCREENSAVER_ON/OFF *
0x8024
settings of screensaver (display backlight in
PX163+);
With the 0 value display blanking is not active,
the 1 value means screensaver active. Default
value is 0.
PROGRAM_SPEED *
0x8025
programs playback speed settings (playing
next steps of program);
Minimum value is 1 and maximal 999
(maximum speed). By default it is set to 10.
Value 1 represents 0,1s, and 999 - 99,9s.
PROGRAM_FADE *
0x8026
settings of smooth transition between
following steps of a program;
The minimum value is 0 (step transition) a
maximum of 100 (transition completely
smooth). The default value is 100.
PWM_FREQENCY *
0x8028
LEDs refresh frequency;
The minimum value is 366, and the maximum
is 1500. The unit is [Hz] and the default value
is 366.
DISPLAY_FLIP *
0x8038
inverting the meter display 180 degrees;
The minimum value is 0, and the maximum is
1. The default value is 0.
PROGRAM_DIMMER *
0x8032
setting the value of dimming;
The minimum value is 0, and the maximum is
255. The default value is 255.
SERIAL_NUMBER
0x8030
device serial number
OFFSET *
0x8055
minimum level of brightness;
The minimum value is 0, and the maximum is
100
* - parameter editable

14. PROGRAMMING
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NOTES:
1. ENTER allows for entering a
subsequent "submenu" and saving a
selected parameter.
2. ESCAPE allows for returning to the
previous menu without saving changes.
3. NEXT allows for moving forward within
the selected menu.
4. PREVIOUS allows for moving
backward within the selected menu.
NEXT
ENTERENTER
NEXT
ENTER
ENTER
NEXT
NEXT
NEXT
ENTERENTER ENTER
ENTER
NEXT
PREVIOUS
NEXT
NEXT
ENTER
PREVIOUS
NEXT
NEXT
NEXT
NEXT
NEXT
ENTER
NEXT
ENTER
NEXT
NEXT
ENTERENTER
NEXT
ENTER
NEXT
NEXT
ENTERENTER
NEXTNEXT
ENTER
NEXT
ENTER
PREVIOUS
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NEXT
NEXT
ENTER
NEXT
NEXT
PREVIOUS
ENTER
NEXT
NEXT
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NEXT
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15. DIMENSIONS
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16. TECHNICAL DATA
DMX channels:
power supply:
current consumption:
output channels number:
outputs load capacity:
output sockets:
dimensions:
512
12 - 24V DC
Max. 34A
48
Max. 0,7A / channel
terminal blocks
Width: 151 mm
Height: 158,5 mm
Depth: 30 mm
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130
151
30
24
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PXM Marek Żupnik sp. k.
ul. Przemysłowa 12
30-701 Kraków
DRIVER LED 48x700mA/OC
PX163+
PN-EN-61000-4-2:2011
PN-EN 61000-6-1:2008
PN-EN 61000-6-3:2008
The DMX-512 output must be shielded and the
shielding must be connected to the ground
responding to the DMX connectors.
mgr inż. Marek Żupnik.
Name of producer:
Manufacturer’s address:
We declare that our product:
Product name:
Product code:
complies with the following standards:
EMC:
Additional information:
Kraków, 17.08.2015
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to guide lines 2004/108/WE
Konsole teatralne i estradowE Cyfrowe ściemniacze mocy SYSTEM dmx Sterowniki ARCHITEKTONICZNE OŚWIETLENIE LED
tel: [phone]
fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
http://www.pxm.pl
ul. Przemysłowa 12
30-701 Kraków