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Dr. RDM I DMX RDM
Tester
controller
User manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
20.02.2018, ID: 421279

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 8
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 9
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 11
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 14
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 15
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 18
6.1 Main menu.......................................................................................................................................... 19
6.2 DMX 512 test...................................................................................................................................... 20
6.3 RDM test.............................................................................................................................................. 34
6.4 MIDI test.............................................................................................................................................. 63
6.5 Cable test............................................................................................................................................ 65
6.6 System settings................................................................................................................................. 68
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7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 73
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 74
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 76
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1 General notes
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’, ‘OFF’.
Letterings
Displays
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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is
indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch off the device.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Instructions
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos-
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is for testing devices that are controlled via DMX, RDM or MIDI or output these sig-
nals. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other
operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or prop-
erty damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
Intended use
Safety
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NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur-
rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos-
sibly the user.
Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
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3 Features
nUniversal test device for DMX, RDM and MIDI networks
n5-pin DMX in and output
nPlug-in power supply and adapter for 3-pin DMX plug included
nOperating via buttons and display on the unit
Features
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
The included lanyard can be threaded through the bottom of the device.
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5 Connections and controls
Connections and controls
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1 Jog Wheel for control and menu selection
2 Display
The display is turned off after an adjustable period of time without keystroke. Press the jog wheel to reactivate the
display.
3[DMX/RDM OUT]
5-pin DMX / RDM output
4[DMX/RDM IN]
5-pin DMX / RDM input
5[MIDI IN]
MIDI input
6[Power Switch]
Main switch. Turns the device on and off.
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7[PWR]
The LED indicates that the device is switched on.
8[Program Update]
Micro SD slot
9[Under Voltage]
This LED lights up when the supply voltage is too low.
10 [Normal]
The LED indicates that the supply voltage is within the permissible range.
11 [DC INPUT]
Connector for the supplied power supply adapter.
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6 Operating
Connect the supplied mains adapter to the power supply input of the device and then plug
the adapter into an AC outlet.
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6.1 Main menu
1. Turn the jog wheel to highlight a menu item.
2. Press the jog wheel to select the highlighted menu item.
3. Press the jog wheel again to open the associated submenu.
4. The display shows the available elements of the submenu.
5. Select the menu item ‘EXIT’ and press the jog wheel to return to the main menu.
Selection in main menu
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6.2 DMX 512 test
This menu allows you to monitor the data packets being received by DMX-controlled devices
or sending test data to the devices.
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