DMX512 “A/B” Switch Boxes
model: SW1, SW2, SW4
technical data sheet
Doug Fleenor Design makes a series of selector switches
specifically designed to switch DMX512 signals. Originally
designed to switch between primary and backup consoles,
these switches are often used to select from two (or more)
model: SW4
switches three DMX512 universes. Model SW4 (pictured above) switches four DMX512 universes (four A inputs,
four B inputs, four outputs). Custom units for switching any number of universes are available. Custom units for
switching between more than two input sources are available (A/B/C switches, for example).
Doug Fleenor Design Switch Boxes consist of a high reliability switch (rocker
or rotary) wired to Neutrik five pin gold plated XLR style connectors (three pin
or terminal block optional). T he units are housed in metal enclosures of
appropriate size and are rack mountable (with optional rack ears). The
standard units switch the Data+ and Dat a- lines. Custom units can switch
any or all contacts. Custom “remote switch” units using relays in place of the
manual switch are also available.
input locations. Model SW1 (pictured below) switches a single
DMX512 universe (one A input, one B input, one output).
Model SW 2 switches two DMX512 universes. Model SW3
model: SW1
SPECIFICATIONS:
Common Specifications
Input connectors: Gold plated 5 pin male (Neutrik D-1 series). 3 pin or terminal block optional.
Output connectors: Gold plated 5 pin female (Neutrik D-1 series). 3 pin or terminal block optional.
Switched contacts: Pins 2 and 3 (Data- and Data+). Other contacts switched optional.
Power Input: None required on manual switch boxes. User specified on “remote switch” units.
Warranty: Five years on defects in manufacturing.
SW1: Single Universe A/B Switch Box
Switch: Two position rocker switch.
Color: Top, bottom and sides: Silver hammer tone. Front and back: Black.
Size and weight: 6.5" deep, 1.7" high, 6.5" wide, 1.4 pounds (optional 19” rack adapter)
SW2: Two Universe A/B Switch Box
Switch: Two position rotary switch.
Color: Top, bottom and sides: Silver hammer tone. Front and back: Black.
Size and weight: 6.5" deep, 1.7" high, 8.25" wide, 1.4 pounds (optional 19” rack adapter)
SW3: Three Universe A/B Switch Box
Switch: Two position rotary switch.
Color: Brushed aluminum.
Size and weight: 8.0" deep, 1.73" high, 16.7" wide, 3.0 pounds (optional 19” rack adapter)
SW4: Four Universe A/B Switch Box
Switch: Two position rotary switch.
Color: Brushed aluminum.
Size and weight: 8.0" deep, 1.73" high, 16.7" wide, 3.0 pounds (optional 19” rack adapter)
Doug Fleenor Design, Inc.
396 Corbett Canyon Road
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 481-9599 voice and FAX
(888) 4-DMX512 toll free (888) 436-9512
web site: http://www.dfd.com
e-mail: info@dfd.com