User manual W-DMX Box G5 transceiver
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Table of contents Table of contents 1 General information................................................................................................................................. 1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 1.3 Symbols and signal words.....
W-DMX Box G5 transceiver
General information 1 General information This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual. Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development.
General information 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.
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Instructions 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]. ð Automatic operation is started. 3. Switch off the device.
General information 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. 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.
General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone.
Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended for the wireless transmission of DMX signals in lighting systems. 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 property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged. DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord). Do not modify the mains cable. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user. Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
Features 3 Features Special features of the device: n n n n n n n n n Wireless Solution G5 radio unit Switchable operating mode: Transmitter or receiver Control via switch and a button on the device Supports RDM LED displays for operating status and signal strength Power Twist TR1 connector for power supply (power cord included) 2 unscrewable antennas (2 dB and 5 dB) Detachable Omega bracket with M10 thread DMX adapter XLR 3-pin to 5-pin and 5-pin to 3-pin included W-DMX Box G5 transceiver 13
Installation 4 Installation Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product 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.
Starting up 5 Starting up 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. Notes on radio transmission n This equipment uses a frequency range that is free of charge and registration within the European Union. For more information, please visit: http://www.thomann.de. n When operating, make sure that transmitter and receiver are set to the same channel.
Starting up Point-to-point connection Connect a device configured as transmitter to the DMX output of your DMX controller and a device configured as receiver to the DMX input of the first DMX device in the DMX chain that is to be controlled. In this point-to-point configuration the DMX signal from one transmitter is sent to one receiver.
Starting up Point-to-multipoint connection Connect a device configured as transmitter to the DMX output of your DMX controller and a device configured as receiver to the DMX input of the first respective DMX device in the DMX chains that are to be controlled. In this point-to-multipoint configuration the DMX signal from one transmitter is sent to several receivers.
Starting up DMX chain 18 W-DMX Box G5 transceiver Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one and so on, to form a series connection. Make sure that the output of the last DMX device in the chain is terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W).
Connections and controls 6 Connections and controls Front panel ö # $% & '( ) W-DMX Box G5 transceiver 19
Connections and controls 1 Button to toggle Transmitter and Receiver function / [TX]/[RX]. 2 Control LEDs The [TX] LED lights up: The device operates as Transmitter. The [RX] LED lights up: The device operates as Receiver. 3 Control LED [Link] Meaning while device operates as Transmitter: n Flashing: The device tries to set up a transmission path to a receiver. n Constant light: Transmission path active to a receiver. n Off: Transmission path inactive to a receiver.
Connections and controls 4 Control LED [Data] Meaning while device operates as Transmitter: n Constant light: DMX signal is or was present. n Off: No DMX signal present. Meaning while device operates as Receiver: n Constant light: DMX signal is being received. n Off: No DMX signal is being received. 5 Radio signal strength indicators. 6 Control LED [PWR] Lights up when the device is connected to the power supply. 7 [Search] Button to establish a connection when the device works as a Transmitter.
Connections and controls Rear panel * + , PUSH 5 POWER IN: 100-240V~50/60Hz 22 W-DMX Box G5 transceiver 4 DMX IN DMX OUT
Connections and controls 9 Lockable input socket (Power Twist TR1) for mains power connection.
Operating 7 Operating Switching operating mode of transmitter / receiver Press [TX]/[RX] to toggle the operating mode of the device between transmitter and receiver. ð The [TX] LED lights up: The device is configured as a transmitter. The [RX] LED lights up: The device is configured as a receiver. Establishing connection if the device operates as a transmitter 24 W-DMX Box G5 transceiver 1. Make sure that the receivers to be connected to do not have an active connection to another transmitter. 2.
Operating Cancelling active connection If the device operates as receiver: Press and hold [Search] for about four seconds. ð The connection to the transmitter is being interrupted. The [Link] LED turns off. If the device operates as transmitter: Press and hold [Search] for about four seconds. ð The connection to the receiver is being interrupted. The [Link] LED on the receiver turns off. The device is delivered with a 2 dB antenna and a 5 dB antenna. The 5 dB antenna may only be used in receiver mode.
Technical specifications 8 Technical specifications Input connections Power supply Lockable input socket (Power Twist TR1) DMX control 1 × XLR chassis plug, 5-pin Output connections DMX control 1 × XLR chassis socket, 5-pin Frequency band 2.4 GHz W-DMX Frequency of operation 2403 MHz … 2479 MHz Max. transmission power 20 dBm Transmission range (outdoors) max.
Technical specifications Dimensions with bracket, w/o antenna (W × H × D) 190 mm × 50 mm × 65 mm Weight 0.
Plug and connection assignment 9 Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed.
Troubleshooting 10 Troubleshooting NOTICE! Possible data transmission errors For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐ nary microphone cables. Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐ fiers. In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation.
Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy No response to the DMX con‐ troller 1. Check the power supply of transmitter and receiver. 2. Make sure that transmitter and receiver are operating in the same frequency range. 3. Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper con‐ nection. 4. Check the address settings and the DMX polarity. 5. Try using another DMX controller. 6. Check whether the DMX cables run near or parallel to high-voltage cables that may cause damage or interfer‐ ence to a DMX interface circuit.
Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy 4. If you use more than one wireless system at the same time, check the used frequencies and channels. 5. Interference can also be caused by other radio or inear systems. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.
Protecting the environment 11 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
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