SOUNDLIGHT 3212R-H Operating Manual

OPERATING MANUAL

DMX Relay 3212R-H

Version Mk1

last updated: 2018-09-11

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Thank you for choosing a SOUNDLIGHT device.

The SOUNDLIGHT DMX Relay Interface 3212R-H is a intelligent DMX demultiplexer decoding digi­tal data complying with standards USITT DMX512, ANSI E1-11 DMX512-A and DIN 56930-2 as
well as ANSI E1-20 DMX RDM. The card drive 12 N.O. contact relay outputs. The decoder can be
used with all standard light control systems. Its special advantages include:

- universal protocol decoding

Recognizes all variants of the protocol as defined by USITT / ESTA / DIN

- future-proof

The unit is software controlled an can easily be adapted to any change in protocol
definition.

- integrated hysteresis

Adjustable hysteresis (user selectable) ensures safe and flicker free switching

- simple supply

The power supply is from standard DC voltage 24VDC

- signal loss

In the case of a loss of the drive signal a pre-definable action will be taken.

- cost-effective

The SOUNDLIGHT 3212R-H is a cost-effective solution for many purposes.

Features

The DMX Relay 3212R-H is a relay module to be mounted on standard 35mm DIN rail. The DMX
relay can be configured via DMX using a full featured DMX RDM controller. No additional accesso­ries are needed. DMX RDM is a bidirectional protocol conforming to international standard ANSI
E1-20.

Alternatively, the start address, the device personality (operating mode) and the DMX HOLD mode
can be set using a optional start address board 3000P. The device can be operated without start
address board attached, since all settings are retained internally in nonvolatile memory. Start add­ress boards are optional accessories, are not comprised with delivery and must be purchased se­parately.

Nomenclature

These symbols are used within this manual:

DANGER ! May cause harm to user and/or equipment

INFO: How to setup your device

INFO: Status information

Applications

The DMX relay decoder 3212R-H is ideally suited for all kinds of signal switching applications. It
features twelve potential-free high-power N.O. output contacts and features high noise immunity.
Applications include remot control operations (e.g. smoke machine, bells, contacts, audio recor­ders, door openers, halogen lamps, mirror balls etc). The 3212R-H is a universal tool for stage, tv
and theatre, as well as live acts. When actions have to be triggers by DMX, the 3212R-H comes in
handy.

The DMX relay 3207R-H is intended for use in dry environments. It must be instal­led in a suitable electrical cabinet. The operating conditions (see chapter „Techni­cal Data“ must be met.

UNPACKING

Please unpack carefully and check that all items are intact. When leaving our factory, the card has
been in good condition. In case of damage during transport please notify the carrier immediately.
Please note that individual deadlines may apply to claim transport damages. We will only be able
to replace goods damaged during transit if we receive a written and signed confirmation issued by
the freight forwarder. Make sure you receive such a document and send to us a.s.a.p.

When unpacking, you should identify these items:

* the interface 3207R-H RDM
* this manual

Please note that a start adderess board (3000P) is NOT included with DIN rail mount devices.
A programming adaptor (required to set DMX start address and operating options) must be ordered
separately. If you already have it, there is no need to buy again: the start address board can be
used for all our DMX interfaces, pcb and DIN rail mount alike. Alternatively, all parameters can be
set or modified remotely using a suitable DMX RDM controller.

Connectors

The decoder 3212R-H consists of 6 terminal blocks. Terminals
are based on screwless WAGO cage clamp technology, which
prevents loose connections and guarantees safe electrical con­tact at all times. Use a standard flat blade screw driver and press the le­ver to open the terminal, insert wire and release. Do not use a philipps or
pozidrive screwdriver to prevent damage ! Though both, solid and strand­ed wires may be used we recommend to use stranded wires in combina­tion with isolated ferrules whenever possible.

SI Peugruppe verwendet empfindliche elektronische Komponente

Please refer to the connector location outlined on next page.

The 3212R-H consists of these connectors: