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10 FAQ – Frequently asked questions
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audiences to ensure reliable operation. Care need to be taken to ensure
proper functionality.
Will other electronics and other W-LAN users interfere with it?
No, it is not affected by cell phones. Heavily loaded W-LAN can be a problem,
care need to be taken when you can expect a high use of several W-LAN’s.
How many channels of DMX does it control?
Each transmitter can control 512 channels (1 universe) of DMX, unlike some
wireless systems which only have “half universe” or 256 channels. The F-2
and the ProBox can additionally control a second DMX universe.
What antenna should I use?
For most indoor applications the 2 dBi antennas work fine. Longer distances,
outdoors or unique applications most likely will require different antennas.
Please contact us with your intended application questions. Warranty is voided
if using other antennas than W-DMX branded.
What is the transmission range?
With standard antennas the, maximum distance is 700 m/2300 feet (FCC
version). As an option it’s possible to connect other antenna models to achieve
longer distances or where there is a specific need for higher gain. (Distances
valid at 300 mW FCC)
Antenna
Transmitter
Antenna
Receiver
Maximum
Distance
2 dBi 2 dBi 750 m
5 dBi 2 dBi 1000 m
7 dBi 5 dBi 1450 m
9 dBi 8 dBi 2300 m
How many receivers can be assigned per universe to the W-DMX in a
DMX512, DMX512A, or RDM installation?
DMX Receivers is only limited to the 512 channels per universe.
If RDM is activated, you are limited to 34 RDM devices, where each W-DMX
device is counted as one RDM device.
Can multiple transmitters run side by side (to support more than one
universe)?
Yes, up to 8.192 receivers can be controlled from one system, and the
standard configuration is with 512 DMX Channels and can easily be updated
with 8.192 DMX channels (16 DMX-512 Universes).
Is it FCC approved?
Yes. Please see chapter "Technical data", page 43, 45 and 47.