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I/F 501
INTERFACE UNIT
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE
Software Revision 1.05, Version A
INTRODUCTION
The I/F 501 interface unit allows a variety of comunication protocals used in NSI and other industrial equipment
to be translated between one another. In addition the I/F 501 can serve as an independent, programmable lighting
controller. The I/F 501 also serves as the interface between NSI’s Luma-net network and a personal computer.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Microplex Input (I/O) 3 pin XLR male
Microplex Ouput (I/O) 3 pin XLR female
DMX 512 Input 5 pin XLR male (USITT spec)
DMX 512 Output 5 pin XLR female (USITT spec)
AMX 192 Output (optional, replaces 512) 4 pin XLR female (USITT spec)
RS-232 I/O 9 pin ‘‘D’’ connector
MIDI input / Analog input 5 pin din 180 degree connector
Luma-net I/O Modular style telephone connector
Power requirements +15VDC 200ma (power supply included)
IMPORTANT
Although many different connectors are present on this unit, in most configurations, one or more of the connectors
may serve no function. It is important that the installer verify that the required inputs and outputs operated in the
mode required for the application. Please read the appropriate application sheets in this manual carefully before
installing.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A Front Panel
Front Panel
1 DC Power input - Connect 15VDC (+ tip, - ring) 250ma here. (Supplied with unit.)
2 Address - Controls translation of adresses (and other special functions). See individual applications details.
3 Config - Determines the operating mode of the unit.
4 PWR - Indicates presence of +15VDC
5 STAT - Usually indicates presence of input signal.
6 ERR - Indicates an input signal error.
7 MIDI/ANALOG - Midi input or analog input depending on application.
8 LUMA-NET I/O - Connects to a Luma-net network.
9 RS-232 - Connects to a personal computer.
Rear Panel
1 MICROPLEX IN - Input Microplex here. Also may serve as pass- through I/O in some applications.
2 MICROPLEX OUT - Output Microplex here. Also may serve as pass-through I/O in some applications.
3 DMX 512 IN - Input DMX 512 here.
4 DMX 512 (AMX 192) OUT - Output DMX 512 here (or optionally AMX 192).
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A JUMPER LOCATIONS
JUMPER LOCATIONS
PCB locations of jumpers / internal connectors
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A JUMPER LOCATIONS
I/F 501 JUMPER CHANGE QUICK REFERENCE CHART
INPUT -> OUTPUT
DEFAULT SETTINGS
MPX -> DMX
MPX -> AMX
DMX -> MPX
MIDI -> MPX/DMX
MIDI -> AMX
RS-232 -> MPX/DMX
RS-232 -> AMX
LUMANET/MPX/DMX -> MPX
LUMANET/MPX -> DMX
LUMANET/MPX -> AMX
MPX/DMX/ANALOG -> MPX/DMX
MPX/DMX/ANALOG -> AMX
AUTO-CHASE -> MPX
RS-232 AUTO-CUEING -> MPX/DMX
IF-501 (AS 404CP) -> LUMANET
RS-232 -> LUMANET
CONFIG
SWITCH
P4P5P7 JP1 JP6
JP7
JP8
JP10 JP11 JP12 DMX
JP9
d-down
u-up
1234
dddd OFF ON 6 2-3 2-3 2-3 2-3 1-2 JP4
dddd
uddd OFF JP3
dudd ON
uudd 2 1-2 1-2 2-3
ddud OFF 2 1-2 1-2 2-3 JP3
udud 1-2
duud OFF 1-2 JP3
uuud ON 2
dddu 2
uddu OFF 2 JP3
dudu
uudu OFF JP3
dduu
uduu 1-2 1-2
duuu 1-2 1-2
uuuu 1-2 1-2
OUT
CONN
Set to default settings, then change as indicated for specific mode.
MPX = N.S.I. Microplex
DMX = DMX-512
MIDI = Musical Instrument Digital Interface
AMX = AMX-192
RS-232 = RS-232C Serial data protocol
LUMANET = N.S.I. Lumanet architectural protocol
ANALOG = 0 - 10 VDC continuous voltage control
IF-501 = N.S.I. protocol translator / controller
404CP = N.S.I. architectural control panel
JP13 = 2-3
P6 = OFF (no termination)
or ON to terminate DMX lines
P8 = OFF (no termination)
or ON to terminate Lumanet lines
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A PINOUTS
PINOUTS
Pinouts of the various connectors
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A MICROPLEX TO DMX 512
MICROPLEX TO DMX 512
In this application, Microplex is converted to DMX-512. The Microplex is then retransmitted.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN CLOSED N/A N/A 2-3 2-3 N/A 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A N/A N/A JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
DN DN DN DN NOT USED DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Input Microplex
Microplex OUT Retransmitting Microplex (64 or 128)
DMX IN Not used
DMX out Output DMX 512
MIDI / Analog Not used
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Not Used
Microplex is converted channel to channel so address is not used.
DMX output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A MICROPLEX TO AMX 192
MICROPLEX TO AMX 192
In this application, Microplex is converted to AMX-192. The 5 pin XLR may be replaced with a 4 pin XLR
(USITT) if desired.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN OPEN N/A N/A 2-3 2-3 N/A 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A N/A N/A JP3
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
UP DN DN DN N/A DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Input Microplex
Microplex OUT Not Used
DMX IN Not used
*DMX out Output AMX 192 (64 or 128 channels)
MIDI / Analog Not used
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Not Used
Microplex is converted channel to channel so address is not used.
AMX output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
*IMPORTANT - Move AMX output connector jumper from JP4 to JP3.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A DMX 512 TO MICROPLEX
DMX 512 TO MICROPLEX
In this application, DMX 512 is converted to Microplex..
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
CLOSED CLOSED N/A N/A 2-3 2-3 N/A 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
*CLOSE TO TERM
DMX
N/A N/A JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
DN UP DN DN STARTING DMX CHANNEL FOR MICROPLEX BY 16 INCR. DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Not used
Microplex OUT Output Microplex (64 or 128)
DMX IN Input DMX 512
DMX out Pass through DMX 512
MIDI / Analog Not used
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Not Used
Microplex channel 1 is equal to starting DMX channel. Address switch 1 - 6 sets starting DMX channel in
increments of 16. See chart at the end of this manual.
Microplex output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
*DMX should only be terminated internally if IF501 will be always last unit at end of DMX line. A better way
to terminate is to connect 120ohm resistor to a female DMX cable end (pins 2-3) and plug it into the pass-through
of the last unit on the DMX line.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A MIDI TO MICROPLEX and DMX 512
MIDI TO MICROPLEX and DMX 512
In this application, MIDI note commands are converted to Microplex and DMX 512 dimmer levels.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN CLOSED N/A 1-2 1-2 2-3 2-3 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A N/A POSITION 2 JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
UP UP DN DN A1-4 SELECTS MIDI CHAN, 5 UP SETS IGNORE NTOFF DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Not Used
Microplex OUT Output Microplex (64 or 128)
DMX IN Not Used
DMX out Output DMX 512
MIDI / Analog Input MIDI
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Not Used
MIDI Channel 1 - 16 can be selected with switch A1-4 (see chart at end).
Velocity of MIDI Note On messages set respective dimmer levels. C0 = dimmer channel 1.
Note Off (or Note On = 0) will turn off channel unless A5 is in the up position.
DMX or Microplex output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A MIDI TO AMX-192
MIDI TO AMX-192
In this application, MIDI is converted to AMX 192.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN OPEN N/A 1-2 1-2 2-3 2-3 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A N/A POSITION 2 JP3
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
DN DN UP DN A1-4 SELECTS MIDI CHAN, A5 UP SETS IGNORE NTOFF DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Not used
Microplex OUT Not Used
DMX IN Not used
*DMX out Output AMX 192 (64 or 128 ch)
MIDI / Analog MIDI Input
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Not Used
MIDI Channel 1 - 16 can be selected with switch A1-4 (see chart at end).
Velocity of MIDI Note On messages set respective dimmer levels. C0 = dimmer channel 1.
Note Off (or Note On = 0) will turn off channel unless A5 is in the up position.
AMX output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
*IMPORTANT - Move AMX output connector jumper from JP4 to JP3.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A RS-232 to MICROPLEX and DMX 512
RS-232 to MICROPLEX and DMX 512
In this application, a computer may send simple ASCII commands to operate individual dimmer channels.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN CLOSED 1-2 N/A 2-3 2-3 1-2 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A N/A POS 5 OR 6 (BELOW) JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
UP DN UP DN N/A DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Not Used
Microplex OUT Output Microplex (64 or 128)
DMX IN Not used
DMX out Output DMX 512 (64 or 128)
MIDI / Analog Not used
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 RS-232 Input
Baudrate is either 9600 (JP1 - 6) or 2400 (JP1 - 5) with 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
Dimmer channels 1 to 100 can be controlled with these simple ASCII commands:
ASCII characters supported: F D G R - @ + : . 0-9
Fxx:xx.x (FADERATE, x=fade time in minutes : seconds . tenths),
Dccc-ccc@xxx (DIMMER LEVEL, c=channel number, -=to, +=and, x= level)
G (EXECUTE) R (RESET or BLACKOUT)
Carriage return after each command. Max fade time is 50 minutes.
DMX and Microplex output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A RS-232 TO AMX 192
RS-232 TO AMX 192
In this application, a personal computer may send ascii commands to operate individual dimmer channels.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN OPEN 1-2 N/A 2-3 2-3 1-2 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A N/A POS 5 OR 6 (BELOW) JP3
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
DN UP UP DN N/A DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Not Used
Microplex OUT Not Used
DMX IN Not used
*DMX out Output AMX 192 (64 or 128)
MIDI / Analog Not used
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Input RS-232
Baudrate is either 9600 (JP1 - 6) or 2400 (JP1 - 5) with 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
Dimmer channels 1 to 100 can be controlled with these simple ASCII commands:
ASCII characters supported: F D G R - @ + : . 0-9
Fxx:xx.x (FADERATE, x=fade time in minutes : seconds . tenths),
Dccc-ccc@xxx (DIMMER LEVEL, c=channel number, -=to, +=and, x= level)
G (EXECUTE) R (RESET or BLACKOUT)
Carriage return after each command. Max fade time is 50 minutes.
Max fade time is 50 minutes.
AMX output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
*IMPORTANT - Move AMX output connector jumper from JP4 to JP3.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET to MICROPLEX
LUMA-NET to MICROPLEX
In this application, Microplex or DMX is mixed with LUMA-NET and transmitted as Microplex.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
CLOSED CLOSED 2-3 N/A 2-3 2-3 1-2 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
*CLOSE TO TERM
DMX
CLOSE TO TERM
LUMA
POSITION 2 JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
UP UP UP DN STARTING ADDR OF LUMA-NET IN 16 INCREMENT DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Input Microplex
Microplex OUT Retransmitting Microplex (64 or 128)
DMX IN Input DMX 512
DMX out Pass through DMX-512
MIDI / Analog Not used
Luma-net Luma-net network
RS-232 Not Used
Allows 128 channels of Luma-net to be merged with microplex in a ‘‘last action takes precedence’’ fashion.
Terminate DMX or Luma-net by closing jumper P6 or P8 only if last device on line.
*DMX should only be terminated internally if IF501 will be always last unit at end of DMX line. A better way
to terminate is to connect 120ohm resistor to a female DMX cable end (pins 2-3) and plug it into the pass-through
of the last unit on the DMX line.
See operator’s manual of Luma-net device for additonal information.
Microplex output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET to DMX-512
LUMA-NET to DMX-512
In this application, Microplex or DMX is mixed with LUMA-NET and transmitted as DMX 512.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN N/A 2-3 N/A 2-3 2-3 1-2 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
CLOSE CLOSE TO TERM
LUMA
POSITION 2 JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
DN DN DN UP STARTING ADDR OF LUMA-NET IN 16 INCREMENT
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Input Microplex
Microplex OUT Not Used
DMX IN Input DMX 512
DMX out Output new DMX-512
MIDI / Analog Not used
Luma-net Luma-net network
RS-232 Not Used
Allows 128 channels of Luma-net to be merged with DMX 512 in a ‘‘last action takes precedence’’ fashion.
Terminate Luma-net by closing jumper P8 only if last device on line.
Input of IF 501 is always last device at end of source DMX line.
See operator’s manual of Luma-net device for additional information.
DMX output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET to AMX - 192
LUMA-NET to AMX - 192
In this application, Microplex or DMX is mixed with LUMA-NET and transmitted as AMX-192.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN OPEN 2-3 N/A 2-3 2-3 1-2 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
CLOSE CLS TO TERM LUMA POS 2 JP3
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
UP DN DN UP STARTING ADDR OF LUMA-NET IN 16 INCREMENT DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Input Microplex
Microplex OUT Not Used
DMX IN Input DMX 512
*DMX out Output AMX-192
MIDI / Analog Not used
Luma-net Luma-net network
RS-232 Not Used
Allows up to 128 channels of Luma-net to be merged with DMX or Microplex and output as AMX 192 in a ‘‘last
action takes precedence’’ fashion.
Terminate Luma-net by closing jumper P8 only if last device on line.
IF 501 is always last device at end of DMX line.
See operator’s manual of Luma-net device for additonal information.
AMX output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
*IMPORTANT - Move AMX output connector jumper from JP4 to JP3.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A ANALOG TO / MERGED WITH DMX 512 and MICROPLEX
ANALOG TO / MERGED WITH DMX 512 and MICROPLEX
In this application, 0 to 10VDC is converted to Microplex or and DMX 512..
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN CLOSED N/A 2-3 2-3 2-3 N/A 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
*CLOSE TO TERM
DMX
N/A N/A JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
DN UP DN UP STARTING ADDR OF ANALOG CHAN 1 BY 1 INCREMENT DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Input Microplex
Microplex OUT Output Microplex (64 or 128)
DMX IN Input DMX 512
DMX out Output new DMX 512
MIDI / Analog 0-10VDC input
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Not Used
Four analog 0-10V channels are merged with DMX-512 or Microplex and output as DMX-512 and Microplex.
Channel number of first analog channel is determined by A1-7.
DMX and Microplex output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
*Close P6 if inputting DMX. IF 501 is always last device at end of DMX line.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A ANALOG TO AMX-192
ANALOG TO AMX-192
In this application, 0 - 10VDC is converted to AMX 192.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN OPEN N/A 2-3 2-3 2-3 N/A 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
*CLOSE TO TERM
DMX
N/A N/A JP3
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
UP UP DN UP STARTING ADDR OF ANALOG CHAN 1 BY 1 INCREMENT
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Input Microplex
Microplex OUT Not Used
DMX IN Input DMX 512
**DMX out Output AMX 192
MIDI / Analog 0-10VDC input
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Not Used
Four analog 0-10V channels are merged with DMX-512 or Microplex and output as AMX-192.
Channel number of first analog channel is determined by A1-7.
AMX output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
*Close P6 if inputting DMX. IF 501 is always last device at end of DMX line.
**IMPORTANT - Move AMX output connector jumper from JP4 to JP3.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A AUTOCHASE TO MICROPLEX AND DMX 512.
AUTOCHASE TO MICROPLEX AND DMX 512.
In this application, the unit serves as a stand alone chaser.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
N/A CLOSED N/A N/A 2-3 2-3 N/A 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A N/A N/A JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
DN DN UP UP SETS CHASE PATTERN AND SPEED DN:64
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Not Used
Microplex OUT Output Microplex (64 or 128)
DMX IN Not Used
DMX out Output DMX 512 (64 or 128)
MIDI / Analog Not Used
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Not Used
See chase speed and pattern chart at then end of the guide for settings of A1-7.
DMX and Microplex output is sent as either 64 or 128 channels, depending on the setting of switch A8.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A RS-232 AUTO-CUEING TO MICROPLEX AND DMX.
RS-232 AUTO-CUEING TO MICROPLEX AND DMX.
In this application, the unit serves as a stand alone programmable memory lighting controller with precise timed
crossfading. Optionally contact closures serve for manual control.
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
N/A CLOSED 1-2 2-3 2-3 1-2 1-2 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A N/A SETS BAUD RATE JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 7 A8
UP DN UP UP N/A N/A
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Not Used
Microplex OUT Output Microplex (16 channels)
DMX IN Not Used
DMX out Output DMX 512 (16 channels)
MIDI / Analog Contact Closures
Luma-net Not Used
RS-232 Personal Computer or Melange (for
Use analog input for optional contact closures:
1-2 STOP NOW, 4-2 STOP AT END OF CHAIN, 5-2 REWIND AND B/O, 3-2 STOP AT END OF CUE.
Only the first 16 channels are sent. 20 ASCII cues max. can be down loaded via the RS-232 port of a PC or
Melange.
programming).
Cue numbers are ignored, cues execute in the order they are down loaded.
Baudrate = 9600 baud (JP1 pos 6) or 2400 baud (JP1 pos 5), 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, DTR-DSR handshake.
See chart at end of guide for ASCII CUE systax accepted.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET 404CP EMULATION WITH EXTERNAL CONTACTS.
LUMA-NET 404CP EMULATION WITH EXTERNAL CONTACTS.
In this application, the unit serves as a 404CP panel with external contact closures.
LUMA-NET
LIGHTING NETWORK
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN N/A 1-2 2-3 2-3 1-2 N/A 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A CLS TO TERM LUMA N/A JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 8
DN UP UP UP LUMANET NETWORK ID
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Not Used
Microplex OUT Not Used
DMX IN Not Used
DMX out Not Used
MIDI / Analog Contact Closures
Luma-net Luma-net Network
RS-232 Not Used
Use analog input for contact closures:
1-2 SCENE 1, 4-2 SCENE 2, 5-2 SCENE 3, SCENE 4.
Must be programmed from Luma-net PC Software and in conjuction with another IF 501.
IF-501 must has a different Network ID number than any other device (including other 501’s).
See 404CP operator’s guide for details on operation.
Caution Lumanet IF cable must be connected pin 1 to pin 1, pin 2 to pin 2, ect. Do not use a standard
telephone cable to connect units unless polarization is confirmed.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A LUMA-NET SOFTWARE INTERFACE.
LUMA-NET SOFTWARE INTERFACE.
This application is for use with the Luma-net Computer Software. This unit serves as the interface between the
computer and the network.
LUMA-NET
LIGHTING NETWORK
JUMPER LOCATIONS
P4 & 5 P7 JP6 & 7 JP8 & 9 JP10 JP11 JP12 JP13
OPEN N/A 1-2 N/A 2-3 1-2 1-2 2-3
P6 P8 JP1 DMX OUT CABLE
N/A CLS TO TERM LUMA BAUD RATE JP4
DIPSWITCH POSITIONS
C1 C2 C3 C4 ADDRESS 1 - 8
UP UP UP UP NETWORK ID
CONNECTOR OPERATION
Microplex IN Not Used
Microplex OUT Not Used
DMX IN Not Used
DMX out Not Used
MIDI / Analog Not Used
Luma-net Luma-net Network
RS-232 Personal Computer
Baudrate = 9600 baud (JP1 pos 6) or 2400 baud (JP1 pos 5), 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, DTR-DSR handshake.
See Luma-net Software Operation Guide for more information.
Caution: Lumanet cable must be connected pin 1 to pin 1, pin 2 to pin 2, ect. Do not use a standard
telephone cable to connect units unless polarization is confirmed.
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A Lumanet Channel number codes / dipswitch settings.
Lumanet Channel number codes / dipswitch settings.
Multiply channel listed by increment required. Subtract one for Luma-net network ID no.
0 - switch down, 1 - switch up.
Lumanet
Channel
1 0000000 33 0000010 65 0000001 97 0000011
2 1000000 34 1000010 66 1000001 98 1000011
3 0100000 35 0100010 67 0100001 99 0100011
4 1100000 36 1100010 68 1100001 100 1100011
5 0010000 37 0010010 69 0010001 101 0010011
6 1010000 38 1010010 70 1010001 102 1010011
7 0110000 39 0110010 71 0110001 103 0110011
8 1110000 40 1110010 72 1110001 104 1110011
9 0001000 41 0001010 73 0001001 105 0001011
10 1001000 42 1001010 74 1001001 106 1001011
11 0101000 43 0101010 75 0101001 107 0101011
12 1101000 44 1101010 76 1101001 108 1101011
13 0011000 45 0011010 77 0011001 109 0011011
14 1011000 46 1011010 78 1011001 110 1011011
15 011100 47 0111010 79 0111001 111 0111011
16 1111000 48 1111010 80 1111001 112 1111011
17 0000100 49 0000110 81 0000101 113 0000111
18 1000100 50 1000110 82 1000101 114 1000111
19 0100100 51 0100110 83 0100101 115 0100111
20 1100100 52 1100110 84 1100101 116 1100111
21 0010100 53 0010110 85 0010101 117 0010111
22 1010100 54 1010110 86 1010101 118 1010111
23 0110100 55 0110110 87 0110101 119 0110111
24 1110100 56 1110110 88 1110101 120 1110111
25 0001100 57 0001110 89 0001101 121 0001111
26 1001100 58 1001110 90 1001101 122 1001111
27 0101100 59 0101110 91 0101101 123 0101111
28 1101100 60 1101110 92 1101101 124 1101111
29 0011100 61 0011110 93 0011101 125 0011111
30 1011100 62 1011110 94 1011101 126 1011111
31 0111100 63 0111110 95 0111101 127 0111111
32 1111100 64 1111110 96 1111101 128 1111111
Dipswitch
1234567
Lumanet
Channel
Dipswitch
1234567
Lumanet
Channel
Dipswitch
1234567
Lumanet
Channel
Dipswitch
1234567
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A DMX 512 Channel number codes / dipswitch settings.
DMX 512 Channel number codes / dipswitch settings.
0 - switch down, 1 - switch up
1st DMX
Channel
1 0000000 129 0001000 257 0000100 385 0001100
17 1000000 145 1001000 273 1000100 401 1001100
33 0100000 161 0101000 289 0100100 417 0101100
49 1100000 177 1101000 305 1100100 433 1101100
65 0010000 193 0011000 321 0010100 449 0011100
81 1010000 209 1011000 337 1010100 465 1011100
97 0110000 225 0111000 353 0110100 481 0111100
113 1110000 241 1111000 369 1110100 497 1111100
Dipswitch
1234567
1st DMX
Channel
Dipswitch
1234567
1st DMX
Channel
Dipswitch
1234567
1st DMX
Channel
Dipswitch
1234567
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A ASCII Cues Implementation
ASCII Cues Implementation
Overview
Following are the rules for editing ASCII Cues as implemented on the IF501, software revision 1.00:
If you use a word processor for editing ASCII Cues you must set WORD WRAP OFF and the margin should
be set to 80 characters per line. DO NOT use any ‘‘special’’ features; such as BOLD or UNDERLINING.
Format
Each line of an ASCII Cues file must begin with a keyword. Keywords may be up to eight characters and may
only consist of letters A - Z, numbers, or the ‘‘$’’ character.
Keywords cannot be shortened, but any number of spaces or tabs may be inserted before the keyword.
The maximum length of each line is 80 characters (including spaces).
Each line must be terminated with a CR or CR/LF (carriage return/line feed or ‘‘hard return’’).
The file may be as big as the word processor or editor may allow.
The file should end with a $END keyword to make sure the IF501 records the last cue received.
Keywords Supported.
CUE
This keyword must start the description of each cue. This keyword is followed by a space and then the cue
number in the range of ‘‘.1" to ’’999.9". The decimal point is not necessary if no decimal is specified.
Note: The Cue number is meaningless to the IF501 since it always executes cues in sequence received.
EXAMPLE: CUE 238.5
UP
This keyword specifies the fade up time of the new cue. This keyword must be followed by a space and the time
in the range of ‘‘0" to ’’9:59.9". Minutes are optional but must be followed by a colon. In the absence of minutes,
seconds may be specified up to ‘‘999.9". The decimal point is not necessary if no decimal is specified. If the
UP keyword is not specified in a cue definition then either ’’0" or the UP value of the previous cue will be used.
EXAMPLE: UP 10.5
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A Keywords Supported.
DOWN
This keyword specifies the fade down time of the previous cue. This keyword must be followed by a space and
the time in the range of ‘‘0" to ’’9:59.9". Minutes are optional but must be followed by a colon. In the absence
of minutes, seconds may be specified up to ‘‘999.9". The decimal point is not necessary if no decimal is specified.
If the DOWN keyword is not specified in a cue definition then either ’’0" or the DOWN value of the previous
cue will be used.
EXAMPLE: DOWN 1:30
DELAY
This keyword specifies the time delay before the downfade of the previous cue. This keyword must be followed
by a space and the time in the range of ‘‘0" to ’’9:59.9". Minutes are optional but must be followed by a colon.
In the absence of minutes, seconds may be specified up to ‘‘999.9". The decimal point is not necessary if no
decimal is specified. If the DELAY keyword is not specified in a cue definition then either ’’0" or the DELAY
value of the previous cue will be used.
EXAMPLE: DELAY 30
WAIT
This keyword specifies the time delay before the execution of a linked cue. This keyword must be followed by
a space and the time in the range of ‘‘0" to ’’9:59.9". Minutes are optional but must be followed by a colon. In
the absence of minutes, seconds may be specified up to ‘‘999.9". The decimal point is not necessary if no decimal
is specified. If the WAIT keyword is not specified in a cue definition then a automatic link will not be performed,
and the GO button must be pressed to execute the cue specified.
EXAMPLE: WAIT 1.1
CHANNEL
This keyword is used to specify the channel levels (in percent) of each non-zero channel of the cue. This keyword
must be followed by a space and the channel levels in the format of ‘‘channel,level’’. As many channel/level pairs
may be included on a line as will fit. Each channel/level pair must be separated by a space. Each additional line
specifying channel levels must also begin with the keyword. Full level is represented by ‘‘100" ,’’FF", or ‘‘FL’’.
Any channel not specified will be zero.
EXAMPLE: CHANNELS 1,50 20,25 21,25 22,100
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Software Revision 1.05, Version A NSI Corporation Limited Warranty
WARRANTY
NSI Corporation Limited Warranty
NSI Corporation warrants new electronics products to be free from defective materials and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from the date of purchase to the original owner when purchased from an authorized NSI
dealer.
The purchaser is responsible for completing and mailing to NSI, within 15 days of purchase, the warranty registration
card enclosed with each product. NSI products that have been subject to accident, alteration, abuse, or defacing
of the serial number are not covered by this warranty. The normal wear and tear of items such as knobs, jacks,
and switches are not covered under this warranty.
If your NSI product requires service during the warranty period, NSI will repair or replace, at its option, defective
materials provided you have identified yourself as the original owner of the product to NSI or any authorized NSI
dealer. Transportation charges to and from an authorized dealer or the NSI factory for repair shall be the responsibility
of the owner. All products returned to NSI must have factory authorization for return prior to shipping.
NSI Corporation is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages resulting from defect or failure other
than repairs of the NSI product subject to the terms of this warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other
agreements and warranties expressed or implied except as may be otherwise required by law.
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