Cooper Controls Split2.8 RDM User Manual

Split2.8 RDM

2 input DMX/RDM Splitter

User guide

Please read these instructions before using the product.
This product has been designed & manufactured for professional use only.

It should only be installed by a suitably qualied technician and in accordance with

electrical regulations in the country of use. Unless directed in the instructions, there
are no user serviceable parts inside the outer case of this Product. Always disconnect

from the power supply when not in use. Any specic IP rating, where appropriate, is

given in the instructions. Unless otherwise stated this product is designed for Indoor
use only. If used outdoors it MUST be installed in an appropriate IP rated cabinet.
Do not allow this product to be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not allow liquid to
penetrate the product.
Please recycle all packaging.

Overview

Split2.8 RDM is a 2 input, 8 output DMX & RDM Splitter than has individual input
selection. Either of the two inputs may be routed to any of the eight outputs, by
means of an A/B select switch. Housed in a metal case it is ideal as a desktop unit
or, using the supplied Rack Ears, it can be easily mounted in any 19” rack enclosure.
Using a standard IEC connector, Split2.8 RDM can be used anywhere in the world due
to its universal mains voltage input. Both inputs are opto-isolated offering protection
against high voltage accidents and eliminating potential Earth / Ground issues.
Split.2 RDM supports all generations of DMX512 and is fully compliant with the
Remote Device Management protocol (E1.20 - 2006 RDM).

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Connections

Ref Type Description

1 LED

2 LED

3 Data Connection

4 Data Connection

5 Data Connection

6 Data Connection

7 Data Connection DMX Output 1

8 Data Connection DMX Output 2

9 Data Connection DMX Output 3

10 Data Connection DMX Output 4

11 Data Connection DMX Output 5

12 Data Connection DMX Output 6

13 Data Connection DMX Output 7

14 Data Connection DMX Output 8

Data / RDM &
Power - Input A

Data / RDM &
Power - Input B

DMX / RDM Input
A

Input A Loop
Through

DMX / RDM Input
B

Input B Loop
Through

Ref Type Description

15 Switch Output 1 A/B Selection

16 Switch Output 2 A/B Selection

17 Switch Output 3 A/B Selection

18 Switch Output 4 A/B Selection

19 Switch Output 5 A/B Selection

20 Switch Output 6 A/B Selection

21 Switch Output 7 A/B Selection

22 Switch Output 8 A/B Selection

23 Fuse Mains Input Fuse

Power

24

Connection

Mains Input Connection

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Electrical Wiring

Split2.8 RDM has two DMX / RDM Splitters in one box. The outputs are switched to
select what input port they are connected to. The Electrical connection is identical to a
normal DMX Splitter.

DMX Controller

DMX Controller

UNIVERSE B

UNIVERSE A

DMX / RDM

Split2.8 RDM

DMX / RDM

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TERM

RDM

DMX

Dimmer Packs

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UNIVERSE A

UNIVERSE B

TERM

DMX Fixtures

TERM

UNIVERSE A

TERM

DMX Fixtures

TERM

RDM

DMX

Mode of Operation

Split2.8 RDM retransmits two DMX / RDM sources on upto eight of the outputs. Each

output has an input selection switch that will dene which input is connected.

All connections use 5pin XLRs.

DMX Inputs

Both inputs on Split2.8 RDM use a male XLR connector along with a loop through
female XLR connector. The loop through connection must be terminated if not being
used.

Each of the inputs is optically isolated from the outputs and Mains Earth. This isolation
offers protection from potentially dangerous high voltage accidents. It can also
eliminate potential Earth / Ground Differential issues as the input is not electrically
connected to any of the outputs.

DMX Outputs

The DMX512 / RDM Outputs are provided on eight 5pin XLR female connectors. Each
output is independently buffered.
The source of the DMX512 / RDM is selected by the switch to the left of the output
connector.
Each output is capable of driving upto 32 DMX devices. It is not necessary to terminate
the unused outputs.

DMX512 Wiring

XLR Pin RJ45 Pin Convention Function RJ45 Colour

1 7 Black Ground White / Brown

1 8 Black Ground Brown

2 2 Blue Data - Orange

3 1 Red Data + White / Orange

4 6 n/c Aux Data - Green

5 3 n/c Aux Data + White / Green

PIN 5

PIN 4

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PIN 3

XLR5 Female

PIN 1

PIN 2

PIN 1

PIN 2

PIN 5

PIN 4

PIN 3

XLR5 Male

Front Panel Indicators

Each input has its own set of LED indicators that report on the status of that input port.

Data

Green - Indicates that DMX512 data is owing from input to all outputs (normal operation).

Red: Indicates that RDM data received by the outputs is being returned to the controller.

Power

Red - Indicates good power and normal operation.

Flashing - Indicates that a connected RDM device is ‘jabbering’ (returning unwanted data continuously).

RDM

RDM (Remote Device Management) is a PLASA Standards protocol from the Technical
Standard Program that allows Bi-Directional communication over standard DMX cable.

This enables a controller to have access to a DMX / RDM xtures conguration and to
alter this conguration remotely. The most obvious use is to be able to remotely set the
start address of the xture. However there are many other benets to RDM such as
sensor feedback, rmware uploads and automatic patching.

Split2.8 RDM fully supports the RDM protocol (E1.20 - 2006) but can also be used
within networks where there is no RDM present.

Power Supply

The internal power supply provides a universal input in the range of 90 to 250V AC via a
3 pin IEC C13 Connector.

The mains fuse should only be replaced with a 3.15A Slow Blow Fuse.

Earthing

The following table summarises the internal Earth interconnection and isolation:

Please note that we use the term Earth-Ground to avoid international confusions. In
Europe Earth-Ground is called Earth, in the USA Earth-Ground is called Ground.

Circuit Description

Chassis Bonded to Earth-Ground

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DMX512 Input (including Loop
Through)

DMX512 Outputs Type: Grounded

Internal Logic Ground Connects to Earth-Ground

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Type: Isolated

Pin 1: Connects to internal isolated circuit.

Shell: The connector shell is connected

Pin 1: Connected to Earth-Ground

Shell: The connector shell is connected

No connection to Earth-Ground

to chassis

to chassis

Mechanical

• Housing: 19" 1U Rack Enclosure

• Dimensions: 1RU (H) x 19" Rack (W) x

257mm (D)

• Mass: 2.8kg

• Mounting: Desktop or 19" Rack Mounting

(with supplied Rack Ears)

Electrical

• Input Voltage: 90 - 250V AC

• Input Connector: IEC C13 Male

• Input Power (max): 250W

• Duty Cycle: 80% @ 25°C

• Mains Earthing: Case connected to Mains

Earth

• Mains Fuse: 3.15A Slow Blow

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C

• Storage Temperature: -10°C to +50°C

• Operating Relative Humidity (max): 80%

Non-Condensing

• IP Rating: IP20 Indoor Use Only

• Certication: CE FCC, WEEE, RoHS

• Warranty: 3 Year (Return to Base)

Package Contents

• Split2.8 RDM

• User Guide

• IEC Mains Lead

User Interface / Indication

• Connections:

• 2 x 5pin Male XLR DMX Input

• 2 x 5pin Female XLR DMX Loop

• 8 x 5pin Female XLR DMX Outputs

• 1 x IEC C13 Male Mains Input

• Indication: Power / Data / RDM (for both

inputs)

Control

• 2 input / 8 Output DMX / RDM Splitter

• Input Protocols:

• DMX512, DMX512(1990), DMX512-A

• RDM V1.0 (E1.20 - 2006 PLASA

Standard)

• Input Connector: 5pin Male XLR

• Output Protocols: Same as input

• Output Connector: 5pin Female XLR

• Conguration: Input selection switch (x8)

Isolation

• DMX Input Opto-Isolated to 1kV

• DMX Output - Ground Referenced

Protection

• Mains 3.15A Slow Blow Fuse

• Internal Resettable Fuse - Control

Electronics

• +15kV ESD DMX Driver Protection

Ordering Info

• Catalogue Number: Split2.8 RDM

Mounting Diagram

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Warranty

All products manufactured by Cooper Controls are warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship and shall conform to and perform in accordance with Seller’s written

specications.

For detailed warranty information, visit our website at www.coopercontrol.com

This warranty will be limited to the repair or replacement, at Seller’s discretion, of any such goods

found to be defective, upon their authorized return to Seller. This limited warranty does not apply
if the goods have been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, modication or misapplication, by
damage during shipment or by improper service.

There are no warranties, which extend beyond the hereinabove-limited warranty, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE IMPLIED

WARRANTY OF FITNESS.

No employee, agent, dealer, or other person is authorized to give any warranties on behalf of the
Seller or to assume for the Seller any other liability in connection with any of its goods except in

writing and signed by the Seller. The Seller makes no representation that the goods comply with
any present or future federal, state or local regulation or ordinance. Compliance is the Buyer’s
responsibility.

The use of the Seller’s goods should be in accordance with the provision of the National Electrical

Code, UL and/or other industry or military standards that are pertinent to the particular end use.

Installation or use not in accordance with these codes and standards could be hazardous.

Cooper Controls Ltd

International

Usk House,
Lakeside, Cwmbran
Gwent, NP44 3HD, UK
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

www.coopercontrol.com

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North America

203 Cooper Circle
Peachtree City
GA, 30269, USA
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]