Edin #1007 DMX Merger Module Specifications

eDIN #1007 DMX Merger Module Specifications

Version 2.0

July 2013

SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

1.0General

1.1The eDIN DMX Merger Module shall combine, in a user-determined manner, DMX512 inputs from two sources or controllers (DMX A and DMX B), into one DMX output stream.

1.2Multiple modules, up to four levels deep, may be cascaded together, DMX output to DMX input.

1.3The interface module shall be designed to mount on 35mm DIN rail.

2.0Features

2.1The Module shall have several user-selectable operating modes, including but not limited to:

2.1.1 HTP (highest-takes-precedence) Merge with 2 second status quo. DMX A and DMX B shall be merged together using highest level takes precedence, on a channel-by-channel basis. If all DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 2 seconds, then stop.

2.1.2HTP Merge with 5 minute status quo. DMX A and DMX B shall be merged together using highest level takes precedence, on a channel-by-channel basis. If all DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 5 minutes, then stop.

2.1.3 HTP Merge with offset and 2 second status quo. Input channels below the DMX channel offset assigned to DMX B shall be ignored. Channels above and including the offset shall be merged using highest-takes-precedence, on a channel-by-channel basis, with the corresponding channel input from DMX A. If all DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 2 seconds, then stop.

2.1.4HTP Merge with offset and 5 minute status quo. Input channels below the DMX channel offset assigned to DMX B shall be ignored. Channels above and including the offset shall be merged using HTP, on a channel-by-channel basis, with the corresponding channel input from DMX A. If all DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 5 minutes, then stop.

2.1.5Auto Backup with 2 second status quo. DMX B shall be ignored as long as signal is present on DMX A. If DMX A is lost, output shall immediately switch to DMX B. If DMX A is restored, output shall immediately switch back. If all DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 2 seconds then stop.

2.1.6Auto Backup with 5 minute status quo. DMX B shall be ignored as long as signal is present on DMX A. If DMX A is lost, output shall immediately switch to DMX B. If DMX A is restored, output shall immediately switch back. If all DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 5 minutes then stop.

2.1.7External Switch Backup with 2 second status quo. DMX B shall be ignored until the contact closure input is shorted. If the contact closure is opened, DMX A shall be restored immediately. Output source shall be controlled solely by the switch. If all DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 2 seconds then stop.

2.1.8External Switch Backup with 5 minute status quo. DMX B shall be ignored until the contact closure input is shorted. If the contact closure is opened, DMX A shall be restored immediately. Output source shall be controlled solely by the switch. If all DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 5 minutes then stop.

2.1.9Append with 2 second status quo. DMX B shall be appended to DMX A starting at the DMX address offset. Appended channels shall not be merged. If DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 2 seconds then stop.

2.1.10Append with 5 minute status quo. DMX B shall be appended to DMX A starting at the DMX address offset. Appended channels shall not be merged. If DMX input is lost, the last valid DMX levels shall be held for 5 minutes then stop.

2.1.11Test mode with channel fade. When this operating mode is combined with TEST mode, the selected channel shall smoothly autofade up and down. DMX A and DMX B are ignored.

2.2The Module shall provide an output test mode to allow the user to activate a selected DMX channel via the onboard user interface.

2.3The Module shall have a diagnostictest mode, activated by pressing a pushbutton during power-up.

3.0User Interface

3.1A three-digit LED display and three pushbuttons shall provide the userinterface to set DMX start address and operating mode, and to access test functions.

3.2LED indicators shall provide status reporting for power, processorstatus, and DMX A&B input.

3.3Each DMX input shallbe providedwith an end-of-line termination switch.

4.0 Electrical

4.1The power input shall be supplied by a Class 2 circuit. It shall accept a range of 9 to 30 volts DC and shall consume no more than 6 watts.

4.2Each DMX input port shall be capable of withstanding short-term application of up to 250V without damage to internal components.

4.3Input protection shall be self-healing, rated for 250V. Replaceable fuses shall not be acceptable.

4.4All DMX ports shall be optically isolated from each other to 1500 volts to between the DMX signals and and module electronics.

4.8All input, output and power connections shall utilize pluggable Phoenix-type screw terminal blocks, capable of accepting solid or stranded wire sizes from #26 to #16 AWG.

5.0Physical

5.1The DMX Merger Module shall be designed to snap on to 35mm DIN rail without the use of tools.

5.2The Module shall measure 3.6”W x4.5”L x 1.5”H (91mm x114mm x 38mm).

5.3The Module shall weigh 0.42 lb. (190g).

6.0Environmental

6.1The ambient operating temperature shall be -10° to 50°C (14° to 122°F).

6.2The storage temperature shall be -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F).

6.3The operating humidity shall be 5% - 95% non-condensing.

7.0Compliance

7.1The DMX Merger Module shall meet be compliant with USITT DMX512 (1990) and ANSI E1.11 DMX512-A.

7.2The DMX Merger Module shall be compliant with the EU RoHS (2002/95/EC) directive.

7.3The DMX Merger Module shall conform to all FCC and CE requirements.

7.4The DMX Merger Module shall be powered by a UL1310 Class 2 Low Voltage circuit.

7.5The module circuit board shall be manufactured from FR-4 glass epoxy laminate with a UL 94 flammability rating of V0. The board shall be clearly marked as such.

7.6The module carrier housing shall be manufactured from extruded rigid PVC with a UL 94 flammability rating of 5VA.

8.0Acceptable Product

8.1The DMX Merger Module(s) shall be Pathway Connectivity eDIN model #1007.