Elation Professional DMX-Branch User Manual

DMX BOOSTER

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DMX OUT

DMX OUT

DMX IN

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Link Out

Terminate

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2 = Data­3 = Data+
4 = Notused
5 = Notused

1 = Ground
2 = Data­3 = Data+

0V

120Ω

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POWER INPUT:120V~60Hz

INTERNALFUSE:

F100mA 250V 5x20mm(5 Pcs)

DMX-BRANCHX4

CAUTION

RISKOF ELECTRICALSHOCK
DISCONNECTINPUT POWER

BEFOREOPENING

WARNING:THISAPPARATUS MUSTBEGROUNDED

Introduction

Introduction:

Thank you for purchasing the Elation DMX-Branch/4.
performance of this product, please read these operating instructions
carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic operations of this unit.
The Elation

® DMX-Branch/4

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is DMX signal splitter/booster combina
tion. This unit has been tested at the factory before being shipped to
you, there is no assembly required.

Customer Support:

Elation® provides a customer support line, to provide set up help and
to answer any question should you encounter problems during your
set up or initial operation. You may also visit us on the web at www.
elationlighting.com for any comments or suggestions.

Service Hours are Monday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Pacific Time.
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do

not expose this unit to rain or moisture.

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To optimize the

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Optional 5-pin

XLRs Available

User Instructions

Rev. 12/04

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Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not

attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will void your manufactures war­ranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact
your nearest Elation dealer.

Protect our environment, do not discard this cartoon in the trash. Please
recycle when ever possible.

Elation Professional

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Los Angeles Ca. 90058

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DMX-Branch/4™ Warnings

DMX-Branch/4™ Introduction

• Do not spill water or other liquids in to or on to your unit.

• Be sure that the local power outlet match that or the
required voltage for your unit.

• Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has
been frayed or broken. Please route your power cord out of
the way of foot traffic.

• Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong
from the electrical cord. This prong is used to reduce the
risk of electrical shock and fire in case of an internal short.

• Disconnect from main power before making any type of con­ nection.

• Do not remove the top cover under any conditions. There
are no user serviceable parts inside.

• Disconnect the unit’s main power when left unused for long
periods of time.

• Never connect this unit to a dimmer pack

• Always be sure to mount this unit in area that will allow
proper ventilation. Allow about 6” (15cm) between this
device and a wall.

• Do not attempt to operate this unit, if it becomes damaged
in any way.

• Never operate this unit when it’s cover is removed.

Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Elation®
DMX-Branch/4. This unit is one of the finest pieces of its kind
on the market today! The DMX-Branch/4 is a great inexpen
sive, DMX signal splitter. Typically a DMX signal should not be
split but, the DMX-Branch/4™ allows you to split a DMX signal
into four separate signal outputs. This unit will also boost your
DMX signal for extensive cable runs that are usually associated
with permanent installations. This unit is perfect for contractors,
installers, and professional light companies.

This units is ready to be installed or hung and powered right
out of the box. There is no assembly required. The DMX­Branch/4™ comes with a sets of rack mount ears and a
set of rear hanging ears. Use these ears to mount your
unit in a rack or to support it on truss or in a ceiling. The
DMX-Branch/4™ is DMX signal splitter/booster combina
tion. This unit not only allows you split the signal but also
boost the signal output. The DMX-Branch/4™ can also be
linked for extremely large installation. This unit comes stan
dard with 3-pin male and female XLR connectors. Optional
5-pin male and female XLR connectors are available from
Elation®. at a small additional cost. We ordering the 5 -pin
connectors please ask for parts Z-XLR5IN and Z-XLR5OUT.

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DMX-Branch/4™ General Instructions

Please read and understand the instructions in this manual care­fully and thoroughly before attempting to operate this unit. These
instructions contain important information regarding safety during
use and maintenance. Please keep this manual with the unit, for
future reference.

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