Leprecon W-DMX G4 MK I User Manual

W-DMX G4 MK I and MK II

USER MANUAL

BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 BlackBox and WhiteBox R-512 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 Micro F-1 Lite Micro R-512 Lite ProBox F-2500

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Wireless Solution Sweden Sales AB Stureparksvägen 7 451 55 Sweden Tel.: +46 522 511 511 Fax: +46 522 440 885 E Web: www.wirelessdmx.com

-DMX G4(S) User Manual

Issue date: 2014-03

Edition: 3

-Mail: helpdesk@wirelessdmx.com

2013-10

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Contents

1 Your Wireless DMX G4 system (W-DMX G4S) ................................................... 7

2 The W-DMX technology ....................................................................................... 8

3 About this document ......................................................................................... 10

3.1 Target group of this document ................................................................ 10

3.2 Signs and symbols in this document ....................................................... 10

4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 ............................................................................. 11

4.1 Scope of delivery ..................................................................................... 11

4.1.1 BlackBox F-1 .............................................................................. 11

4.1.2 WhiteBox F-1 .............................................................................. 11

4.2 Connectors and ports .............................................................................. 12

4.2.1 BlackBox F-1 .............................................................................. 12

4.2.2 WhiteBox F-1 MK I ..................................................................... 13

4.2.3 WhiteBox F-1 MK II .................................................................... 14

4.3 LEDs ....................................................................................................... 15

4.4 Installing the unit ..................................................................................... 16

4.4.1 BlackBox F-1 .............................................................................. 16

4.5 Switching FLEX modes ........................................................................... 19

4.6 Operation as a transmitter ....................................................................... 20

4.7 Operation as a receiver ........................................................................... 22

4.8 Switching CTRL modes ........................................................................... 23

5 BlackBox and WhiteBox R-512 ......................................................................... 25

5.1 Scope of delivery ..................................................................................... 25

5.2 Connectors and ports .............................................................................. 25

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4.4.2 WhiteBox F-1 .............................................................................. 17

4.6.1 Prerequisites for successful linking with receivers ...................... 20

4.6.2 Linking receivers ......................................................................... 21

4.6.3 Unlinking all receivers ................................................................. 22

4.7.1 Linking with transmitters ............................................................. 22

4.7.2 Unlinking from transmitters ......................................................... 23

5.1.1 BlackBox R-512 .......................................................................... 25

5.1.2 WhiteBox R-512 ......................................................................... 25

5.2.1 BlackBox R-512 .......................................................................... 25

Contents

5.2.2 WhiteBox R-512 ......................................................................... 26

5.3 LEDs ....................................................................................................... 26

5.4 Installing the unit ..................................................................................... 26

5.5 Operation as a receiver ........................................................................... 26

6 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 ............................................................................. 27

6.1 Scope of delivery ..................................................................................... 27

6.1.1 BlackBox F-2 .............................................................................. 27

6.1.2 WhiteBox F-2 .............................................................................. 27

6.2 Connectors and ports .............................................................................. 27

6.2.1 BlackBox F-2 .............................................................................. 27

6.2.2 WhiteBox F-2 MK I ..................................................................... 29

6.2.3 WhiteBox F-2 MK II .................................................................... 30

6.3 LEDs ....................................................................................................... 31

6.4 Installing the unit ..................................................................................... 32

6.5 Switching FLEX modes ........................................................................... 32

6.6 Operation as a transmitter ....................................................................... 33

6.7 Operation as a receiver ........................................................................... 33

6.8 Operation as a repeater .......................................................................... 33

6.9 Switching CTRL modes ........................................................................... 34

7 Micro units .......................................................................................................... 35

7.1 Micro F-1 Lite .......................................................................................... 35

7.1.1 Scope of delivery ........................................................................ 35

7.1.2 Connectors and ports ................................................................. 35

7.1.3 LEDs ........................................................................................... 35

7.1.4 Installing the unit ......................................................................... 36

7.1.5 Switching FLEX modes .............................................................. 36

7.1.6 Operation as a transmitter .......................................................... 36

7.1.7 Operation as a receiver .............................................................. 36

7.1.8 Switching CTRL modes .............................................................. 36

7.1.9 Battery option ............................................................................. 37

7.2 Micro R-512 Lite ...................................................................................... 38

7.2.1 Scope of delivery ........................................................................ 38

7.2.2 Connectors and ports ................................................................. 38

7.2.3 LEDs ........................................................................................... 39

7.2.4 Installing the unit ......................................................................... 39

7.2.5 Operation as a receiver .............................................................. 39

8 ProBox F-2500 .................................................................................................... 40

8.1 Scope of delivery ..................................................................................... 40

8.2 Connectors and ports .............................................................................. 40

8.3 LEDs ....................................................................................................... 41

8.4 Installing the unit ..................................................................................... 41

8.5 Switching FLEX modes ........................................................................... 41

8.6 Operation as a transmitter ....................................................................... 41

8.7 Operation as a receiver ........................................................................... 42

8.8 Operation as a repeater .......................................................................... 42

8.9 Switching CTRL modes ........................................................................... 42

9 Technical data .................................................................................................... 43

9.1 BlackBoxes (BB) and WhiteBoxes (WB) F-1, R-512 and F-2 .................. 43

9.2 MicroBox F-1 Lite and MicroBox R-512 Lite ............................................ 45

9.3 ProBox F-2500 ........................................................................................ 47

10 FAQ – Frequently asked questions .................................................................. 49

11 Appendix:Certificates ........................................................................................ 52

11.1 E1551 RFC ............................................................................................. 52

11.2 ETSI Test Report .................................................................................... 53

11.3 GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION ......................................... 55

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1 Your Wireless DMX G4 system (W-DMX G4S)

Thank you for purchasing the Wireless DMX G4 system (W-DMX G4), the industry’s leading system for transmitting and receiving DMX signals reliably.

There are one or two operating modes for W-DMX G4 units, depending on which unit you have purchased:

• W-DMX G4 Receivers to receive W-DMX signals (denoted with an R in their product model name)

• W-DMX G4 Transceiver to receive, transmit or repeat W-DMX signals (denoted with an F in their product model name)

W-DMX G4 Transceivers (or ‘Flex’ model units) can be changed between Transmit Mode and Receive Mode with the procedure described in chapter

4.5 Switching FLEX modes", page 19.

W-DMX units are available in four different series:

• BlackBox MK I / MK II

• WhiteBox MK I / MK II

• MicroBox

• ProBox

The unit you have purchased is marked on the outside of the unit's packaging.

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2 The W-DMX technology

W-DMX technology is the core of all our products. W-DMX is specifically engineered by Wireless Solution Sweden AB to provide the same quality, reliability and performance as in any hardwired DMX data link.

W-DMX gives you even greater freedom to create reliable point-to-point, pointto-multipoint and even multipoint-to-multipoint installations over large distances and in any environment.

W-DMX has the following advantages:

• Consistent and wide-ranging control of lighting systems over long distances.

• The complex communication protocols are fully automated and concealed from view - you just plug-and-play, the W-DMX G4 units do all the hard work.

• From the DMX connector of one W-DMX G4S unit to the DMX connector of another, the W-DMX system is totally transparent.

The W-DMX G4 system includes additional features that help to enhance reliability: both in its installation in any type of environment as well as in its stable operation.

W-DMX meets the USITT DMX512 and DMX512-A standards. Furthermore, W-DMX G4 units support Art-Net (I/II/III), Streaming ACN and RDM protocols (Ethernet and RDM functionality depends on model used). For this reason, the W-DMX G4 units continually are awarded the first prize for distance covered, resilience against interference and easy installation.

For additional information about our technology, please visit our website at

www.wirelessdmx.com.

Fig. 1: Point-to-point operation versus multipoint-to-multipoint operation

W-DMX is unique in its use of advanced radio technologies that are also used in mobile phones and military communication.

Rather than using fixed frequency channels, W-DMX uses Adaptive Frequency Hopping technology to continually check the radio channels for interferences and to rapidly move operation to clear radio channels.

The checks are carried out in combination with another advanced technology: time division multiple access. This technology makes the most efficient use of every visited frequency channel.

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Sign / symbol

Description

injuries or death.

Indicates notes that, if not observed, can lead to light injuries.

amages

with the unit easier.

complete the corresponding tasks.

Indicates tasks you have to complete. The tasks must be



Indicates the result of a task or a series of tasks.

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3 About this document

3.1 Target group of this document

This document is designed for lighting designers, lighting operations managers and lighting engineers.

W-DMX is an easy-to-use plug-and-play system. Basic knowledge of lighting technologies is an advantage. Every user has to be familiar with local regulations regarding frequencies and their usage.

For advanced settings and projects, contact your distributor.

3.2 Signs and symbols in this document

Danger

Warning

Caution

Hint



Indicates notes that, if not observed, will inevitably lead to severe injuries or death.

Indicates notes that, if not observed, can lead to severe

Indicates notes that, if not observed, can lead to d to property.

Indicates useful information designed to make working

Indicates a requirement that must be met before you can

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BlackBox and WhiteBox are functionally identical. The BlackBox is intended for indoor usage, the WhiteBox for outdoor usage.

4.1 Scope of delivery

4.1.1 BlackBox F-1

• 1 x BlackBox F-1 device

• 1 x user manual

• 1 x antenna adapter

• 1 x antenna indoor (2 dBi)

• 2 x mounting bracket

• 1 x Phoenix gold connector

• 1 x power cable without plug (MK I)

4.1.2 WhiteBox F-1

• 1 x WhiteBox F-1 device

• 1 x user manual

• 1 x outdoor antenna (2 dBi)

• 1 x Phoenix gold connector

completed in the specified order.

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Damage to the unit!

• Connect only one DMX Universe input at a time.

No.

Port

Description

MK II: PowerCon 20A connector

Reserved

–

Ethernet (optional)

RJ 45 port (MK II: EtherCon RJ 45 port)

DMX OUT bypass

XLR female 5 pin Universe 1

DMX IN

XLR male 5 pin Universe 1

Reserved

–

No.

Port

Description

DC power input

Input for Phoenix gold connector:

Universe 1

No.

Port

Description

Cord Strip

For AC power input (2)

AC power input

UAC = 90–250 V / 50–440 Hz:

4.2 Connectors and ports

4.2.1 BlackBox F-1

Caution

Connecting more than one DMX Universe at a time damages the unit.

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• Left: Ground

• Right: U

= +12 V

9 DMX OUT bypass XLR female 3 pin (BlackBox MK II only)

10 DMX IN for

XLR male 3 pin output for Universe 1 (BlackBox MK II only)

4.2.2 WhiteBox F-1 MK I

Fig. 2: Connectors and ports of F-1

1 AC power input UAC = 90–250 V / 50–440 Hz

MK I: IEC 2.5A connector

7 DMX IN / OUT RJ 45 port (not BlackBox MK II):

1: Universe 1+ 5: –

2: Universe 1- 6: –

3: – 7: Universe 1 GND

4: – 8: –

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Fig. 3: Connectors and ports of the WhiteBox F-1 MK I

To ensure safe transmission of signals for outdoor use, the WhiteBox does not have XLR connectors. For this reason the connection of DMX signal cables differs slightly from the BlackBox models, which are for indoor use only.

To install the unit it is necessary to open the housing. See chapter "4.4.2 WhiteBox F-1", page 17.

• Left: Outer conductor (L)

• Middle: Ground (GND)

• Right: Neutral conductor (N)

3 Cord Strip For DC power input (4)

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No.

Port

Description

DC power input

Phoenix gold connector 12 V DC:

1: Universe 1+

5: –

2: Universe 1–

6: –

3: –

7: Universe 1 GND

4: –

8: –

Ethernet (optional)

RJ 45 port

DMX IN

• Left: GND

No.

Port

Description

AC power input

UAC = 90–250 V / 50–440 Hz:

• Right: UDC = +12 V

• Right: DMX Data + (Universe 1 OUT)

DMX IN

• Left: GND

Cord Strip

For DC power input (2)

Cord Strip

For AC power input (1)

Name

LED signal

Description

Signal

–

RX (receiver) mode: Currently received signal strength

output power

• Flashing: Transmitter in repeater mode

LINK

TX mode:

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• Left: Ground

• Right: +12 V DC

5 Cord Strip For signal cable (DMX or Ethernet)

6 DMX IN / OUT RJ 45 port:

for Universe 1 (depeding on

• Middle: DMX Data – (for Universe 1)

• Right: DMX Data + (for Universe 1)

production date)

4.2.3 WhiteBox F-1 MK II

• Left: Outer conductor (L)

• Middle: Ground (GND)

• Right: Neutral conductor (N)

2 DC power input Phoenix gold connector UDC = 12 V:

• Left: Ground

3 DMX OUT

for Universe 1

• Left: GND

• Middle: DMX Data – (Universe 1 OUT)

• Middle: DMX Data – (Universe 1 IN)

• Right: DMX Data + (Universe 1 IN)

5 Antenna ports Connector for antennas

6 Cord Strip For signal cable (DMX or Ethernet)

4.3 LEDs

Fig. 4: Connectors and ports of the WhiteBox F-1 MK II

To install the unit it is necessary to open the housing. See chapter "4.4.2 WhiteBox F-1", page 17.

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Fig. 5: LEDs of F-1

bar

TX (transmitter) mode: Yellow and green LEDs indicate

• On: Unit in TX mode

• On: Normal operation

• Flashing: Receivers are being unlinked

• Rapid flashing: Receivers are being linked

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Name

LED signal

Description

RX mode:

linked transmitter is lost.

RX mode: Part of signal strength

• On: Unit is in RX (receiver) mode.

• Flashing: Receiver is in repeater mode.

DATA

Data is available at the input / output.

RDM

WhiteBox: included, BlackBox: optional

activated).

CTRL

• Off: Normal operation.

Risk of death by electrocution!

• Off: Unit is not linked to any transmitter.

• On: Unit is linked to transmitter.

• Rapid Flashing: Transmitters are being searched or

SIGNAL

PWR

• Off: Unit is in G3 mode.

• On: Unit is in G4 or G4S 2.4 GHz mode.

G4/G4S is indicated by red SIGNAL LED on the unit.

• Flashing: Unit in G4S 5.8 GHz mode

TX mode:

• Off: Unit is in G4S mode.

• On: Unit is in G4 mode.

Power on / off

• Off: No RDM data is available on output.

• On: RDM data is available on output (RDM Downstream

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– Unit with optional Ethernet lighting protocol support:

Connect the Ethernet lighting source or output to the Ethernet in port.

2. Attach the supplied standard antenna(s) and standard adapter(s) or other suitable antenna(s) / adapter(s) available from Wireless Solution to the matching connector(s).

Warning

AC power connection must be carried out correctly.

• Make sure that only a qualified and trained electrician carries out AC power connection.

• Make sure the correct Schuko connector or other connector suitable for your country is used.

3. Choose one of the following options to connect the power to the unit:

– Attach a suitable mains plug to the supplied power cord and connect the

power supply to the AC power input.

– Connect the power supply to the DC power input.

4. If required, attach the unit to the supplied mounting brackets or other mounting hardware available from Wireless Solution.

4.4.2 WhiteBox F-1

• On: Switch between normal operation (CTRL LED off)

• Flashing: CTRL mode is active

5.8GHz is not available in all countries. For more info please contact

Wireless Solution (see page 2).

4.4 Installing the unit

4.4.1 BlackBox F-1

1. Choose one of the following options to make the DMX connection:

– Connect the DMX source to the XLR 5 pin DMX IN port, XLR 3 pin DMX

IN port (BlackBox MK II only) or to the RJ 45 DMX IN port (BlackBox MK I only).

– Connect the DMX fixture to the XLR 5 pin DMX OUT port, XLR 3 pin

OUT port (BlackBox MK II only) or the RJ 45 DMX OUT port (BlackBox MK I only).

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and CTRL mode (flashing).

To set the frequency band, see chapter "4.8 Switching CTRL modes", page 23.

Fig. 6: Housing of the WhiteBox models

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