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I/F 501

INTERFACE UNIT

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE

Software Revision 1.05, Version A

INTRODUCTION

The I/F 501 interface unit allows a variety of comunication protocals used in NSI and other industrial equipment

to be translated between one another. In addition the I/F 501 can serve as an independent, programmable lighting

controller. The I/F 501 also serves as the interface between NSI’s Luma-net network and a personal computer.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Microplex Input (I/O) 3 pin XLR male

Microplex Ouput (I/O) 3 pin XLR female

DMX 512 Input 5 pin XLR male (USITT spec)

DMX 512 Output 5 pin XLR female (USITT spec)

AMX 192 Output (optional, replaces 512) 4 pin XLR female (USITT spec)

RS-232 I/O 9 pin ‘‘D’’ connector

MIDI input / Analog input 5 pin din 180 degree connector

Luma-net I/O Modular style telephone connector

Power requirements +15VDC 200ma (power supply included)

IMPORTANT

Although many different connectors are present on this unit, in most configurations, one or more of the connectors

may serve no function. It is important that the installer verify that the required inputs and outputs operated in the

mode required for the application. Please read the appropriate application sheets in this manual carefully before

installing.

Summary of content (26 pages)

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I/F 501 INTERFACE UNIT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE Software Revision 1.05, Version A INTRODUCTION The I/F 501 interface unit allows a variety of comunication protocals used in NSI and other industrial equipment to be translated between one another. In addition the I/F 501 can serve as an independent, programmable lighting controller. The I/F 501 also serves as the interface between NSI’s Luma-net network and a personal computer.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A Front Panel Front Panel 1 DC Power input - Connect 15VDC (+ tip, - ring) 250ma here. (Supplied with unit.) 2 Address - Controls translation of adresses (and other special functions). See individual applications details. 3 Config - Determines the operating mode of the unit. 4 PWR - Indicates presence of +15VDC 5 STAT - Usually indicates presence of input signal. 6 ERR - Indicates an input signal error.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A MICROPLEX TO DMX 512 MICROPLEX TO DMX 512 In this application, Microplex is converted to DMX-512. The Microplex is then retransmitted.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A MICROPLEX TO AMX 192 MICROPLEX TO AMX 192 In this application, Microplex is converted to AMX-192. The 5 pin XLR may be replaced with a 4 pin XLR (USITT) if desired.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A DMX 512 TO MICROPLEX DMX 512 TO MICROPLEX In this application, DMX 512 is converted to Microplex.. P4 & 5 CLOSED P7 CLOSED JP6 & 7 N/A P6 *CLOSE TO TERM DMX C1 DN C2 UP C3 DN C4 DN JUMPER LOCATIONS JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 N/A 2-3 2-3 P8 JP1 N/A N/A JP12 JP13 N/A 2-3 DMX OUT CABLE JP4 DIPSWITCH POSITIONS ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8 STARTING DMX CHANNEL FOR MICROPLEX BY 16 INCR.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A MIDI TO MICROPLEX and DMX 512 MIDI TO MICROPLEX and DMX 512 In this application, MIDI note commands are converted to Microplex and DMX 512 dimmer levels.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A MIDI TO AMX-192 MIDI TO AMX-192 In this application, MIDI is converted to AMX 192.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A RS-232 to MICROPLEX and DMX 512 RS-232 to MICROPLEX and DMX 512 In this application, a computer may send simple ASCII commands to operate individual dimmer channels.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A RS-232 TO AMX 192 RS-232 TO AMX 192 In this application, a personal computer may send ascii commands to operate individual dimmer channels.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET to MICROPLEX LUMA-NET to MICROPLEX In this application, Microplex or DMX is mixed with LUMA-NET and transmitted as Microplex.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET to DMX-512 LUMA-NET to DMX-512 In this application, Microplex or DMX is mixed with LUMA-NET and transmitted as DMX 512.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET to AMX - 192 LUMA-NET to AMX - 192 In this application, Microplex or DMX is mixed with LUMA-NET and transmitted as AMX-192.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A ANALOG ANALOG TO / MERGED WITH DMX 512 and MICROPLEX TO / MERGED WITH DMX 512 and MICROPLEX In this application, 0 to 10VDC is converted to Microplex or and DMX 512..
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A ANALOG ANALOG TO AMX-192 TO AMX-192 In this application, 0 - 10VDC is converted to AMX 192.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A AUTOCHASE TO MICROPLEX AND DMX 512. AUTOCHASE TO MICROPLEX AND DMX 512. In this application, the unit serves as a stand alone chaser.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A RS-232 RS-232 AUTO-CUEING TO MICROPLEX AND DMX. AUTO-CUEING TO MICROPLEX AND DMX. In this application, the unit serves as a stand alone programmable memory lighting controller with precise timed crossfading. Optionally contact closures serve for manual control.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET 404CP EMULATION WITH EXTERNAL CONTACTS. LUMA-NET 404CP EMULATION WITH EXTERNAL CONTACTS. In this application, the unit serves as a 404CP panel with external contact closures.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET LUMA-NET SOFTWARE INTERFACE. SOFTWARE INTERFACE. This application is for use with the Luma-net Computer Software. This unit serves as the interface between the computer and the network.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A Lumanet Channel number codes / dipswitch settings. Lumanet Channel number codes / dipswitch settings. Multiply channel listed by increment required. Subtract one for Luma-net network ID no. 0 - switch down, 1 - switch up.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A DMX 512 Channel number codes / dipswitch settings. DMX 512 Channel number codes / dipswitch settings.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A ASCII Cues Implementation ASCII Cues Implementation Overview Following are the rules for editing ASCII Cues as implemented on the IF501, software revision 1.00: If you use a word processor for editing ASCII Cues you must set WORD WRAP OFF and the margin should be set to 80 characters per line. DO NOT use any ‘‘special’’ features; such as BOLD or UNDERLINING. Format Each line of an ASCII Cues file must begin with a keyword.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A Keywords Supported. DOWN This keyword specifies the fade down time of the previous cue. This keyword must be followed by a space and the time in the range of ‘‘0" to ’’9:59.9". Minutes are optional but must be followed by a colon. In the absence of minutes, seconds may be specified up to ‘‘999.9". The decimal point is not necessary if no decimal is specified.
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INTERFACE UNIT Software Revision 1.05, Version A NSI Corporation Limited Warranty WARRANTY NSI Corporation Limited Warranty NSI Corporation warrants new electronics products to be free from defective materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase to the original owner when purchased from an authorized NSI dealer. The purchaser is responsible for completing and mailing to NSI, within 15 days of purchase, the warranty registration card enclosed with each product.