Page 1
W-DMX BlackBox
S-1 transmitter
S-2 transmitter
T-1 transceiver
S-1 Micro transmitter
R-512 receiver
R-512 Micro & R-512 Micro Lite receivers
B-500 & B-1000 boosters
user manual
w i r e l e s s
s o l u t i o n
Page 2
2
Thank you
Thank you for investing
in the multi award
winning W-DMX
system from Wireless
Solution Sweden AB.
The W-DMX system, as
used in all our BlackBox products, allows
you to save both time
and money on larger
indoor and outdoor
installations, plus oneoff events where the
distance between the
console and fixtures is
too large.
Once again, thanks for
investing in W-DMX.
Please visit our website
and don’t forget to
e-mail us your success
stories and pictures
with W-DMX. All published stories will get
a free merchandise kit
from Wireless Solution
Sweden AB.
W-DMX BlackBox products
The W-DMX system lies at the heart of every one of our BlackBox
products. W-DMX is specifically engineered by Wireless Solution
Sweden AB to provide the same quality, reliability and performance as any hardwired DMX data link. In fact W-DMX gives you
greater freedom to create reliable point-to-point and point-tomultipoint installations over large distances.
W-DMX is unique in its use of certain advanced radio techniques
which are more often found in mobile phone and military communications. Rather than using fixed frequency channels, W-DMX
uses adaptive frequency hopping technology to continually check
for interference and to rapidly move operation over to clear radio
channels. This occurs one thousand times every second and is
used in combination with another advanced technique (called time
division multiple access) which makes the most efficient use of
every visited frequency channel.
The advantage of such technology will quickly become clear to
you: consistent and wide ranging control of your lighting systems
over potentially great distances. Indeed, you may actually find that
it is all too easy to take W-DMX for granted, for two main reasons:
• Firstly, the complex communication protocols are fully auto
mated and concealed from view - you just plug-and-play, the
BlackBox units do all the hard work.
• Secondly, from the DMX connector of one BlackBox unit to the
DMX connector of another, the W-DMX system is totally transparent. W-DMX fully adheres to the USITT DMX-512 standard
and can justifiably be called a ‘wireless DMX cable’.
These are the reasons why in every independent comparison with
competing products, BlackBox W-DMX units continually take first
prize for distance covered, resilience against interference and ease
of installation.
For additional information about our technology, please visit our
website at www.wirelessdmx.com.
Welcome
IMPORTANT: Don’t forget to register
All BlackBox products are covered by a standard 12 month
full warranty from the purchase date when you register your
products. You can register either at www.wirelessdmx.com or
by sending the supplied warranty card to Wireless Solution
Sweden AB at the address shown on the rear cover.
Page 3
3
Point-to-multipoint operation
A multipoint W-DMX BlackBox system can support up to 512
individual receivers responding to a single W-DMX BlackBox
transmitter. All receivers in a multipoint system will listen only to
the designated transmitter and they will all receive the full 512
channels of the DMX universe. This makes it straightforward to
connect single fixtures or daisy-chained groups of fixtures to
any of the receivers in the system.
Point-to-point operation
Point-to-point systems are used when you want to send wireless DMX data from a console to a single receiver. As the
receiver accepts all 512 DMX channels from the transmitter you
can easily daisy chain more fixtures by cable from the original
fixture that is wirelessly connected.
Tx Rx
Tx
Rx
Rx
wireless
wired
Overview
Page 4
4
DMX Interface
Transceivers on bus: 32 (max)
Data rate: 250 kbps (max)
ESD protection*: ±15 kV
AC input
90-250VAC 50/60Hz
1A at 115VAC (max)
0,5A at 230VAC (max)
DC input
12VDC 1,5A (max)
Compliance declarations
ETSI: EN300 328 & 300 826
EMC: EN301 489-17
CE: EN60950
FCC: UQT-WDXOEMPCBF
IC: 6812A-WDMXOEM
ARIB: 06215559/AA/00
RF characteristics
Output power:
20 25** dBm
100 300** mW
Frequency range:
2402 to 2479 MHz
Channel bandwidth: 1
Sensitivity at 0.1% BER:
-95dBm
* Slewrate limited for
minimum of EMI in unterminated networks.
** Only in FCC output
power mode.
Package Contents
In addition to this manual:
1 pc, BlackBox S-1
1 pc, Power cord
1 pc, DC connector
1 pc, Standard antenna
1 pc, Antenna adaptor
2 pc, Trussholder brackets
BlackBox S-1
Transmitter
Installation
1 Attach the antenna to the connector on the front panel. If using
the standard antenna, use also the supplied adaptor.
2 Link the DMX source to the
DMX in socket on the rear panel.
3 Connect power to the unit either via the AC power input (90 to
250VAC), the DC power input (12VDC) or via the DMX bypass
RJ45 socket (12VDC). If using the AC input, fit an appropriate
mains plug to the supplied power cord - this should be carried
out only by a qualified electrician.
4 If required, attach the supplied trussholder brackets to the top
cover of the unit (see page 12).
LINK
ON: Normal operation
FLASH: Unlinking all receivers
RAPID FLASH: Linking with receivers
W-DMX
madein sweden
Level
Radio
Batt
WirelessSolution
SwedenAB
FUNCTION
POWERDATA
RXTX
CTRLLINK
S-1
TX
W-DMX
made in sweden
Level
Radio
Batt
Wireless Solution
Sweden AB
FUNCTION
POWERDATA
RXTX
CTRLLINK
RADIO
ON: Indicates that
Level display is
showing signal
strength
BATT Not used
FUNCTION
Press and release
to search for and
link with receivers
Level Provides indication
of radio output signal strength
DATA
ON: Transmitting DMX data
RX & CTRL Not used
POWER
ON: Correct power
input present
To add receivers
Note: You can add receivers at any time, even during operation.
1 Power on the receiver unit(s) and ensure that they are not linked
with any other transmitter (LINK indicators should be OFF).
2 On the transmitter unit, press and release the
FUNCTION button.
The transmitter will scan for all unlinked receivers for a
period of ten seconds - the LINK indicator will flash rapidly.
3 If successful, each receiver’s
LINK indicator will go ON. If any
failed, check that the receiver is in range and repeat procedure.
To unlink all receivers
1 On the transmitter, press and hold the FUNCTION button until
LINK begins flashing. All registered receivers will be unlinked.
AC power input
(90-250VAC)
DC power input
(12VDC)
DMX in (RJ45)
1: DMX- 5: n/c
2: DMX+ 6: n/c
3: n/c 7: Signal GND
4: n/c 8: n/c
DMX bypass,
(XLR female 5pin)
Reserved
DMX bypass, DC power in
1: DMX- 5: +12VDC
2: DMX+ 6: n/c
3: n/c 7: Signal GND
4: +12VDC 8: DC GND
DMX in,
(XLR male 5pin)
IMPORTANT
Only one DMX
universe input
may be connected
at any time
Page 5
5
BlackBox S-2
Transmitter
AC power input
(90-250VAC)
DC power input
(12VDC)
DMX universe 2 in (RJ45)
1: DMX- 5: n/c
2: DMX+ 6: n/c
3: n/c 7: Signal GND
4: n/c 8: n/c
DMX universe 1 in,
(XLR male 5pin)
Reserved
DMX universe 1 in (RJ45)
1: DMX- 5: +12VDC
2: DMX+ 6: n/c
3: n/c 7: Signal GND
4: +12VDC 8: DC GND
DMX universe 2 in,
(XLR male 5pin)
S-2
TX
TX
W-DMX
madein sweden
Universe 1 Universe 2
FUNCTION FUNCTION
WirelessSolution
SwedenAB
LINK LINK
DATA DATA
CTRL CTRL
W-DMX
madein sweden
Universe 1 Universe 2
FUNCTION FUNCTION
Wireless Solution
Sweden AB
LINK LINK
DATA DATA
CTRL CTRL
FUNCTION
Press and release
to search for and
link with receivers
(for each universe)
DATA (for each universe)
ON: Transmitting DMX data
CTRL (for each universe)
ON: Indicates that W-DMX bus link is active
LINK (for each universe)
ON: Normal operation
FLASH: Unlinking all receivers
RAPID FLASH: Linking with receivers
Installation
Please see left for installation details with the exception of step 2:
2 The S-2 unit can simultaneously transmit two separate DMX
universes. Link one or two DMX inputs to the two individual
DMX in sockets on the rear panel, as required.
To add receivers (Set up each universe separately.)
Note: You can add receivers at any time, even during operation.
1 For the first DMX universe channel, power on only the receiver
units to be used with that universe - ensure that they are not
linked with any other transmitter (LINK indicators should be OFF).
2 On the transmitter unit, press and release the
FUNCTION button
for the appropriate universe channel. The channel will scan for all
unlinked receivers for a period of ten seconds - the LINK indicator will flash rapidly.
3 If successful, each receiver’s
LINK indicator will go ON. If any
failed, check that the receiver is in range and repeat procedure.
4 Now power on the (unlinked) receivers that will be linked with
the second DMX universe channel. Follow steps 2 and 3 for the
other universe channel to make it search for the receivers.
To unlink all receivers from a DMX universe channel
1 On the transmitter, press and hold the appropriate FUNCTION
button until LINK begins flashing. All registered receivers linked
to that DMX universe channel will be unlinked.
DMX Interface
Transceivers on bus: 32 (max)
Data rate: 250 kbps (max)
ESD protection*: ±15 kV
AC input
90-250VAC 50/60Hz
1A at 115VAC (max)
0,5A at 230VAC (max)
DC input
12-24VDC 1,5A (max)
Compliance declarations
ETSI: EN300 328 & 300 826
EMC: EN301 489-17
CE: EN60950
FCC: UQT-WDXOEMPCBF
IC: 6812A-WDMXOEM
ARIB: 06215559/AA/00
RF characteristics
Output power:
20 25** dBm
100 300** mW
Frequency range:
2402 to 2479 MHz
Channel bandwidth: 1
Sensitivity at 0.1% BER:
-95dBm
* Slewrate limited for
minimum of EMI in unterminated networks.
** Only in FCC output
power mode.
Package Contents
In addition to this manual:
1 pc, BlackBox S-2
1 pc, Power cord
1 pc, DC connector
1 pc, Standard antenna
1 pc, Antenna adaptor
2 pc, Trussholder brackets
Page 6
6
DMX Interface
Transceivers on bus: 32 (max)
Data rate: 250 kbps (max)
ESD protection*: ±15 kV
AC input
90-250VAC 50/60Hz
1A at 115VAC (max)
0,5A at 230VAC (max)
DC input
12V-24DC 1,5A (max)
Compliance declarations
ETSI: EN300 328 & 300 826
EMC: EN301 489-17
CE: EN60950
FCC: UQT-WDXOEMPCBF
IC: 6812A-WDMXOEM
ARIB: 06215559/AA/00
RF characteristics
Output power:
20 25** dBm
100 300** mW
Frequency range:
2402 to 2479 MHz
Channel bandwidth: 1
Sensitivity at 0.1% BER:
-95dBm
* Slewrate limited for
minimum of EMI in unterminated networks.
** Only in FCC output
power mode.
Package Contents
In addition to this manual:
1 pc, BlackBox T-1 Pro
1 pc, Power cord
1 pc, DC connector
1 pc, Standard antenna
1 pc, Antanna adaptor
2 pc, Trussholder brackets
Installation
Please see page 4 for details.
When fully charged, the internal battery can support operation for
up to 2 hours. Use the button on the rear panel to change between battery operation (green indicator) and external power (red
indicator). When no external power is supplied, this switch can be
used to cease battery operation and power down the unit.
IMPORTANT
Only one DMX universe input
may be connected at any time
AC power
input
(90-250VAC)
DC power
input
(12-24VDC)
DMX in
(see S-1 for
pin-out)
DMX out,
(XLR female
5pin)
Reserved
DMX out,
DC power in
(see S-1 for
pin-out)
DMX in,
(XLR male
5pin)
Mode button - Press to
change T1 between transmitter and receiver. See
front panel TX & RX indicators for current mode.
Battery button & indicators - Press
to change between battery (green
indicator) and external power input
(red indicator) operation.
W-DMX bus
port - for
connection to
another T-1
unit or to a PC.
Each T-1 ‘Pro’ can operate either as a transmitter or a receiver. Operation is determined by the MODE button on the rear panel. You
can link two T-1 units together in alternate modes, via UTP CAT 5
cabling (using the W-DMX bus port on the rear panel), to operate
as repeaters to extend the operational distance. The front panel
TX and RX indicators show the current mode for each T-1 unit.
Operation as transmitter
Please see page 4 for details.
Operation as receiver
Please see page 8 for details.
W-DMX
madein sweden
Level
Radio
Batt
WirelessSolution
SwedenAB
FUNCTION
POWERDATA
RXTX
CTRLLINK
T-1
pro
RX
TX
W-DMX
made in sweden
Level
Radio
Batt
Wireless Solution
Sweden AB
FUNCTION
POWERDATA
RXTX
CTRLLINK
RADIO
ON: Indicates that
Level display is showing signal strength
BATT
ON: Indicates that
Level display is
showing battery
charge
FUNCTION
Operation depends
upon current operation mode - see
page 4 or page 7
for details
Level Provides alternate indications
of radio signal strength and battery charge
every two seconds. The RADIO and BATT
indicators confirm which function is currently
being shown.
DATA
ON: Transmitting/
receiving DMX data
TX/RX
Indicate current
operation mode
CTRL
ON: Indicates that W-DMX
bus link is active
POWER
OFF: Off or using battery
ON: External power input
FLASH: Charging battery
LINK
ON: Normal operation
FLASH: Unlinking all receivers
RAPID FLASH: Linking with receivers
OFF: Not linked to a transmitter
ON: Linked to a transmitter
RAPID FLASH: Linking to a transmitter
TX MODERX MODE
BlackBox
T-1 Pro
Transceiver
Page 7
7
BlackBox
S-1 Micro
Transmitter
DMX Interface
Transceivers on bus: 32 (max)
Data rate: 250 kbps (max)
ESD protection*: ±15 kV
DC input
12-24VDC 1,5A (max)
Compliance declarations
ETSI: EN300 328 & 300 826
EMC: EN301 489-17
CE: EN60950
FCC: UQT-WDXOEMPCBF
IC: 6812A-WDMXOEM
ARIB: 06215559/AA/00
RF characteristics
Output power:
20 25** dBm
100 300** mW
Frequency range:
2402 to 2479 MHz
Channel bandwidth: 1
Sensitivity at 0.1% BER:
-95dBm
* Slewrate limited for
minimum of EMI in unterminated networks.
** Only in FCC output
power mode.
Package Contents
In addition to this manual:
1 pc, BlackBox S-1 Micro
1 pc, RJ45 power cord
1 pc, Trussholder bracket
Installation
The antenna is concealed within the unit, no external antenna is
required.
1 When not operating from internal battery power, the unit re
quires a low voltage input: 12 to 24VDC supplied via the RJ45
socket.
2 If required, attach the supplied trussholder bracket to the rear of
the unit (see page 12).
Linking and unlinking
Please see page 4 for details.
Battery operation
When fully charged, the internal battery can support operation for
up to 2 hours. The Level indicators show battery charge when the
BATT indicator is ON. Use the button on the end panel to change
between battery operation (green indicator) and external power
(red indicator). When no external power is supplied, this switch can
be used to cease battery operation and power down the unit.
W-DMX
madein sweden
Level
Radio
Batt
Wireless Solution
Sweden AB
FUNCTION
POWERDATA
RXTX
CTRLLINK
LINK
ON: Normal operation
FLASH: Unlinking all receivers
RAPID FLASH: Linking with receivers
RADIO
ON: Indicates that
Level display is
showing signal
strength
BATT
ON: Indicates that
Level display is
showing battery
charge
FUNCTION
Press and release
to search for and
link with receivers
Level Provides alternate indications
of radio signal strength & battery charge
DATA
ON: Transmitting DMX data
RX & CTRL Not used
POWER
OFF: Switched off
or using battery
ON: External
power input
FLASH: Charging
battery
DMX in, DC power in (RJ45)
1: DMX- 5: +12-24VDC
2: DMX
+
6: n/c
3: n/c 7: Signal GND
4: +12VDC 8: DC GND
Fade button - Press to fade off/on the top
panel indicators. Note: When running from
the internal battery, the indicators fade off
automatically to conserve power.
Battery button & indicators - Press to change
between battery (green indicator) and external
power input (red indicator) operation.
DMX in,
(XLR male 5pin)
Page 8
8
DMX Interface
Transceivers on bus: 32 (max)
Data rate: 250 kbps (max)
ESD protection*: ±15 kV
AC input
90-250VAC 50/60Hz
1A at 115VAC (max)
0,5A at 230VAC (max)
DC input
12VDC 1,5A (max)
Compliance declarations
ETSI: EN300 328 & 300 826
EMC: EN301 489-17
CE: EN60950
FCC: UQT-WDXOEMPCBF
IC: 6812A-WDMXOEM
ARIB: 06215559/AA/00
RF characteristics
Output power:
20 25** dBm
100 300** mW
Frequency range:
2402 to 2479 MHz
Channel bandwidth: 1
Sensitivity at 0.1% BER:
-95dBm
* Slewrate limited for
minimum of EMI in unterminated networks.
** Only in FCC output
power mode.
Package Contents
In addition to this manual:
1 pc, BlackBox R-512
1 pc, Power cord
1 pc, DC connector
1 pc, Standard antenna
1 pc, Antanna adaptor
2 pc, Trussholder brackets
BlackBox
R-512
Receiver
Installation
1 Attach the antenna to the connector on the front panel. If using
the standard antenna, use also the supplied adaptor.
2 Link the DMX source to the
DMX in socket on the rear panel.
3 Connect power to the unit either via the AC power input (90 to
250VAC), the DC power input (12VDC) or via the DMX bypass
RJ45 socket (12VDC). If using the AC input, fit an appropriate
mains plug to the supplied power cord - this should be carried
out only by a qualified electrician.
4 If required, attach the supplied trussholder brackets to the top
cover of the unit (see page 12).
To link with a transmitter
1 Ensure that this receiver is not linked with any other transmitter
(LINK indicator should be OFF).
2 On the transmitter unit, press and release the
FUNCTION button.
The transmitter will scan for all unlinked receivers for a period of
ten seconds.
3 If successful, the receiver’s
LINK indicator will go ON. One or
more Level indicators will then show the signal strength.
To unlink from a transmitter
1 On the receiver, press and hold the FUNCTION button until the
LINK indicator goes OFF. The receiver is now unlinked.
AC power input
(90-250VAC)
DC power input
(12VDC)
DMX out (RJ45)
1: DMX- 5: n/c
2: DMX+ 6: n/c
3: n/c 7: Signal GND
4: n/c 8: n/c
DMX out,
(XLR female 5pin)
Reserved
DMX out, DC power in (RJ45)
1: DMX- 5: +12VDC
2: DMX+ 6: n/c
3: n/c 7: Signal GND
4: +12VDC 8: DC GND
LINK
OFF: Not linked to a transmitter
ON: Linked to a transmitter
RAPID FLASH: Linking with a transmitter
W-DMX
madein sweden
Level
Radio
Batt
WirelessSolution
SwedenAB
FUNCTION
POWERDATA
RXTX
CTRLLINK
R-512
RX
W-DMX
made in sweden
Level
Radio
Batt
Wireless Solution
Sweden AB
FUNCTION
POWERDATA
RXTX
CTRLLINK
RADIO
Indicates that Level
display is showing
signal strength
BATT Not used
FUNCTION
Press for 5
seconds to unlink
from transmitter
Level Provides indication of radio
signal strength when linked to a transmitter
DATA
ON: Receiving DMX data
TX & CTRL Not used
POWER
ON: Correct power
input present
Page 9
9
R-512 Micro
& Micro Lite
Receiver
Installation
The antenna is concealed within the unit, no external antenna is
required.
Note: The R-512 Micro Lite does not have battery backup.
1 When not operating from internal battery power, the unit re
quires a low voltage input: 12 to 24VDC supplied via the RJ45
socket.
2 If required, attach the supplied trussholder bracket to the rear of
the unit (see page 12).
Linking and unlinking
Please see left for operational details.
Battery operation (not Micro Lite version)
When fully charged, the internal battery can support operation for
up to 8 hours. The Level indicators show battery charge when the
BATT indicator is ON. Use the button on the end panel to change
between battery operation (green indicator) and external power
(red indicator). When no external power is supplied, this switch can
be used to cease battery operation and power down the unit.
W-DMX
madein sweden
Level
Radio
Batt
Wireless Solution
Sweden AB
FUNCTION
POWERDATA
RXTX
CTRLLINK
LINK
OFF: Not linked to a transmitter
ON: Linked to a transmitter
RAPID FLASH: Linking with a transmitter
RADIO
ON: Indicates that
Level display is
showing signal
strength
BATT
ON: Indicates that
Level display is
showing battery
charge
FUNCTION
Press for 5
seconds to unlink
from transmitter
Level Provides alternate indications
of radio signal strength & battery charge
DATA
ON: Receiving DMX data
TX & CTRL Not used
POWER
OFF: Switched off
or using battery
ON: External
power input
FLASH: Charging
battery
DMX out, DC power in (RJ45)
1: DMX- 5: +12-24VDC
2: DMX
+
6: n/c
3: n/c 7: Signal GND
4: +12VDC 8: DC GND
Fade button - Press to fade off/on the top
panel indicators. Note: When running from the
internal battery, the indicators fade off automatically to conserve power. Not Micro Lite.
Battery button & indicators - Press to change
between battery (green indicator) and external
power input (red indicator) operation. Not
Micro Lite.
DMX out,
(XLR female 5pin)
DMX Interface
Transceivers on bus: 32 (max)
Data rate: 250 kbps (max)
ESD protection*: ±15 kV
DC input
12-24VDC 1,5A (maximum)
Compliance declarations
ETSI: EN300 328 & 300 826
EMC: EN301 489-17
CE: EN60950
FCC: UQT-WDXOEMPCBF
IC: 6812A-WDMXOEM
ARIB: 06215559/AA/00
RF characteristics
Output power:
20 25** dBm
100 300** mW
Frequency range:
2402 to 2479 MHz
Channel bandwidth: 1
Sensitivity at 0.1% BER:
-95dBm
* Slewrate limited for
minimum of EMI in unterminated networks.
** Only in FCC output
power mode.
Package Contents
In addition to this manual:
1 pc, BlackBox R-512 Micro
or Micro Lite
1 pc, RJ45 power cord
1 pc, Trussholder bracket
Page 10
10
B-500
Signal booster
Switchable output power
levels: 100, 200 & 500mW
20dB receive gain for the
booster
Bi-directional TDD
technology
Package Contents
In addition to this manual:
1 pc, B-500 booster
1 pc, Power adapter
100mw
200mw
500mw
IN
P
O
W
E
R
The B-500 is a high performance two way signal amplifier suitable
for use with all BlackBox transmitters or receivers (except Micro
models) in order to extend transmission range. The B-500 booster
unit is for internal use only.
To suit varying installation requirements, the B-500 provides variable power outputs, switchable between three levels: 100, 200 and
500mW (27dBm max).
Connection to
BlackBox unit
Power input
from supplied
adaptor
Power level indicators
- according to MODE
switch setting
M
O
D
E
1
2
5
O
U
T
MODE switch -
configures power
output:
1 = 100mW
2 = 200mW
5 = 500mW
Antenna
connector
Page 11
11
B-1000
Signal booster
The B-1000 is a high performance two way signal amplifier suitable
for use with all BlackBox transmitters or receivers (except Micro
models) in order to extend transmission range within demanding
environments. The B-1000 booster unit is fully rated for permanent
external installation.
The B-1000 is supplied with a power adapter and a DC injector.
The latter combines the power input with the
antenna signal cable so that power cables do
not need to be extended to the location of the
B-1000 and antenna. The connectors of both
the B-1000 and the DC injector are all female
N-type which integrate with most antennae
and BlackBox products.
W
-DM
X
mad
e i
n
sweden
Leve
l
R
adi
o
Batt
RF
To
DC
Injecto
r
DC+RF
To
ANT
DC+12V
Antenna
B-1000 booster
unit
DC injector unit
Power input
from supplied
adaptor
Coaxial cable up to 100m
with total DC resistance
no greater than 0.5 ohm
Coaxial cable link between
BlackBox unit and DC
injector - up to 100m
1000mW (30dBm) output
power level
20dB receive gain for the
booster
Bi-directional TDD
technology
Waterproof housing
Package Contents
In addition to this manual:
1 pc, B-1000 booster
1 pc, DC injector
1 pc, Power adapter
Page 12
12
Trussholders
Mounting
BlackBox units are supplied with trussholder brackets to allow the
units to be securely mounted in off-ground locations.
S-1, S-2, T-1 & R-512
1 Use a Torx® T10
driver to remove
the four screws
mounted in the top
cover of the unit,
as shown above
(do not remove the
screws situated at
the four corners).
2 Mount and secure
each trussholder
bracket so that they
are safely held in
place, however,
take care not to
overtighten the
screws.
Wir
eless
Solution
Sweden
AB
FUNCTION
OWER
RX
TX
CTRL
W-DM
X
made
in
s
weden
Level
R
adi
o
Bat
t
Wi
re
less
Solutio
n
Sweden
AB
FUNCTION
POWE
R
DATA
RX
TX
CTRL
LINK
Trussholder
mounting
screws in
position
Trussholder
bracket
Mounting
screw
S-1 Micro & R-512
Micro/Micro Lite
1 Use a Torx® T15
driver to remove
the two screws
mounted on the rear
panel of the unit.
2 Mount and secure
the trussholder
bracket in any of
three rotated positions. Ensure that
it is safely held in
place, however, take
care not to overtighten the screws.
Trussholder
bracket
Mounting
screws
Page 13
13
Europe
Declaration of Conformity
We: Wireless Solution, Stureparksvägen 7,
451 55 Uddevalla, Sweden, Tel: +46 522 511 511,
declare under our sole responsibility that the products:
W-DMX T-1, S-1, S-2, R-512, S-1 Micro, R-512 Micro & R-512 Micro Lite
conform to the specifications listed below, following the provisions of the
European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC:
• EN 301 489-1, 301 489-17 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment.
• EN 609 50 Safety
• EN 300-328-1, EN 300-328-2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.
Note: Combinations of power levels and antennas resulting in a radiated
power level of above 100 mW equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP)
are considered as not compliant with the above mentioned directive and
are not allowed for use within the European community and countries that
have adopted the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC.
For more details on legal combinations of power levels and antennas,
please contact Wireless Solution (see rear cover for contact details).
Approvals
Worldwide
Wireless Solution
AB
Attn. Mr. N. Norlèn
Stureparksvägen 7.
45155 Uddevalla
Sweden
Date : 20 April 2007
Our reference : 20071383, Confirmation of notification
Your reference : Subject : The products are intended to use for controlling of lighting-equipment,
trademark W-DMX, models T1, S1, R512, Micro, T2, S2, T1 outdoor, S1
outdoor, T2 outdoor, S2 outdoor, R512 outdoor
Dear Mr. N. Norlèn,
Herewith we would like to confirm that on April 20 2007, the following products has been
notified to the countries Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Manufacturer : Wireless Solution AB
Description : The products are intended to use for controlling of
lighting-equipment
Model : T1, S1, R512, Micro, T2, S2, T1 outdoor, S1 outdoor, T2
outdoor, S2 outdoor, R512 outdoor (Trade mark: W-DMX)
Operating frequency : 2400 – 2483.5 MHz
Applied standards : EN 300 328-1 V1.3; EN 300 328-2 V1.2.1; EN 301 489-1
V1.7.1; EN 301 489-17 V1.3.1; EN 60950-1 ed. 2
The notifications have been performed on behalf of:
Wireless Solution
AB
Stureparksvägen 7
45155 Uddevalla
Sweden
Contact person : Mr. N. Norlèn
Phone number : +46 522440882
Fax number : +46 522440885
Pursuant to Article 6.4 of the European R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC, each national authority
(responsible for the frequency management) may raise objections against placing the product
on the mar k et during a period of 4 weeks after receipt of the notification. The product may be
placed on the market if no objection has been received within this period of 4 weeks.
Yours sincerely,
Mrs. A. Kroon
Approval Engineer
Telefication B.V.
Page 14
14
North America
Industry Canada Compliance Statement
This Class B Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the
Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations ICES 003.
Cet appareil numerique de classe B respecte les exigences du
reglement du Canada sur le materiel brouilleur.
NMB-003. The device is certified to the requirements of RSS-210
for 2.4 GHz spread spectrum devices. The use of this device in
a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may
require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the
Canadian regulations. For further information, contact your local
Industry Canada office.
GRANT OF EQUIPMENT
AUTHORIZATION
Elite Electronic Engineering, Inc.
1516 Centre Circle
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Wireless Solution Sweden
Stureparksvägen 7
SE-451 55 Uddevalla
Sweden
NOT TRANSFERABLE
EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION is hereby issued to t he named GRANTEE, and is
VALID ONLY for the equipment identified hereon for use und er the Commission’s
Rules and Reg u lations listed below.
FCC IDENTIFIER:
Name of Grant ee:
Equipment Class: Part 15 Spr ead Spectrum Transmitter
Notes: Wireless Lighting Hardware Interface
Power output is cond u cted. This device must be installed only by the grantee in their final
products with the ant ennas listed in this filing. This device must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other ante n na or transmitter. The antenna used for this
transmitter must be i n stalled to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all
persons. End user an d installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and
transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
Grant Notes FCC Rule Parts
Frequency
15C 2402.0 - 2479.0 0.275
Output Frequency Emission
Range (MHZ) Watts Tolerance Designa tor
UQTWDMXOEMPCBF
Wireless Solution Sweden
Date of Grant: 02/26/2007
Application Dated: 02/26/2007
TCBTCB
By:
Certification
Issued Under the Authority of the
Federal Communications Commission
Approvals
Worldwide
Page 15
15
Approvals
Worldwide
FCC Statment
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any
radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to
this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
We: Wireless Solution, Stureparksvägen 7,
451 55 Uddevalla, Sweden, Tel: +46 522 511 511,
declare under our sole responsibility that the products:
W-DMX T-1, S-1, S-2, R-512, S-1 Micro, R-512 Micro & R-512 Micro
Lite comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or locate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
RF Exposure Warning for North America, and Australia
WARNING To meet FCC and other national safety guidelines for
RF exposure, the antennas for this device must be installed to ensure a minimum separation distance of 20cm (7.9 in.) from persons.
Page 16
16
& H U W L I L F D W H
RI
5DGLR (TXLSPHQW LQ -$3$1
1R $$
7HOHILFDWLRQ RSHUDWLQJ DV &RQIRU PLW\ $VVHVVPHQW %RG\ &$% ,' 1XPEHU ZLWK UHVSHFW WR
-DSDQ GHFODUHV WKDW WKH OLVWHG SURGXFW FRPSOLHV ZLWK WKH 7HFKQL FDO 5HJXODWLRQV &RQIRUP LW\
&HUWLILFDWLRQ RI 6SHFLILHG 5DGLR HTXLSPHQW RUGLQDQFH RI 037 1
3URGXFW GHVFULSWLRQ :LUHOHVV ' 0;
7UDGHPDUN :'0;
)DPLO\ QDPH
7\SH GHVLJQDWLRQ %ODF N%R[ 7UDQFLHYHU
6HULDO 1R
6RIWZDUH UHOHDVH 1R
0DQXIDFWXUHU :LU HOHVV 6ROXWLRQ 6ZHGHQ $%
$GGUHVV 6WXUHSDUNVYDJHQ
&LW\ 8''(9$//$
&RXQWU\ 6ZHGH Q
7KLV FHUWLILFDWH LV JUDQWHG WR
1DPH :LUHOHVV 6ROXWLRQ 6ZHGHQ $%
$GGUHVV 6WXUHSDUNVYDJHQ
&LW\ 8''(9$//$
&RXQWU\ 6ZHGH Q
7KLV FHUWLILFDWH KDV 7+5(( $QQH[H V
=HYHQDDU )HEUXDU\
&$%
0+ .RRS
0DQDJHU &HUWLILFDWLRQ
Japan
Certificate number: 06215559/AA/00
JP label ID: 201 NY 06215559
Certificate:
Approvals
Worldwide
Page 17
17
Is W-DMX compatible with other systems on the market?
Today there is no standard for wireless transmission of DMX signals
and there is no possibility of mixing different brands of wireless
DMX solutions in a system. For example, you cannot use a Martin®
Wireless DMX-512 - Pro Diversity® with Interactive Technologies®
CueLink® even though they use a similar type of physical radio
transmission standard. Because of this, no wireless-DMX brand
today is compatible with another.
Is W-DMX built on Bluetooth®?
No. It is built on standard radio components with a GSM influenced radio system protocol. Bluetooth® lacks the range needed.
Is it plug and play?
Yes. W-DMX doesn’t need any configuration for IP address and
netmask like WLAN. W-DMX is “plug and play”.
Is it made for use outdoors?
Yes. Receivers, transceivers, repeaters and boosters are all available in outdoor versions, all with an IP65 rating.
What are the differences between the indoor and outdoor models?
The outdoor units would use a different antenna. And, of course,
the outdoor units are rated IP65 weatherproof.
What is IP65?
IP65 is a rating of how weather resistant an item is. IP65 means
that the device is totally protected against dust and protected
against low pressure jets of water from all directions.
What is the difference between the standard and the pro
models?
The pro models of the W-DMX have a built in UPS that will run
them for up to 2 hours if power is interrupted. In the future, the
pro models will also support ACN and Art-Net, etc.
Do the transmitters and receivers have built-in power
supplies?
All units have built-in universal power supplies that can operate
from a supply range of 90-250VAC, 50-60Hz (except the R-512
Micro which requires a 12-24VDC external supply). The pro models
of the transmitter and receiver have a built-in UPS that will power
them for up to 2 hours if power is interrupted.
Will the signal go through solid objects?
Yes, the W-DMX signal will penetrate walls, glass, metal and most
objects. One thing that will interrupt the signal is people. Antennas
should be above audiences to ensure reliable operation.
Will other electronics and other W-LAN users interfere
with it?
No, it is not affected by cell phones. WiFi, W-LAN, bluetooth or
any other devices.
FAQ
Questions and
answers
Page 18
18
How many channels of DMX does it control?
Each transmitter can control 512 channels (1 universe) of DMX, unlike some wireless systems which only have “half universe” or 256
channels. The S-2 can additionally control a second DMX universe.
What antenna should I use?
For most indoor applications the 2 dBi antennas work fine. Longer
distances, outdoors or unique applications most likely will require
different antennas. Please contact us with your intended application questions. Warranty is voided if using other antennas than
W-DMX branded.
What is the transmission range?
With standard antennas the, maximum distance is 700 m/2300 feet
(FCC version). As an option it’s possible to connect other antenna
models to achieve longer distances or where there is a specific
need for higher gain. (Distances valid at 300 mW FCC)
Antenna Antenna Maximum
Transmitter Receiver
Distance
2 dBi 2 dBi 700 m / 2300 feet
5 dBi 2 dBi 1000 m / 3300 feet
7 dBi 5 dBi 1450 m / 4750 feet
9 dBi 8 dBi 2300 m / 7550 feet
How many receivers can be assigned per universe to the
W-DMX in a DMX512, DMX512A, or RDM installation?
The only limit is the DMX512 standard itself with a maximum of
512 fixtures per universe. Most importantly, this is not done with
broadcast techniques (described above). You will always get “talk
back” information from the receivers like radio signal strength and
much more on a real time basis. If you are using a DMX512A or a
RDM network you can still use 512 receivers.
Can multiple transmitters run side by side (to support
more than one universe)?
Yes, up to 8,192 receivers can be controlled from one system, and
the standard configuration is with 512 DMX Channels and can easily be updated with 8,192 DMX channels (16 DMX-512 Universes).
Do the transmitters & receivers have built in power supplies?
All full size units can operate directly from 90-250VAC input or can
alternatively run from 12VDC. The Pro and Micro units can run from
12-24VDC. All Pro units and most Micro units also contain battery
backup systems to allow sustained operation during power outages.
Is it FCC approved?
Yes. Please see pages 14 and 15
Is it approved for use in Japan?
Yes. Please see page 16
Are these products UL Listed?
UL pending.
FAQ
Questions and
answers
Page 19
19
FAQ
Questions and
answers
What is the typical power consumption?
300mA average, 320mA maximum.
Is there a warranty?
All BlackBox products are covered by a standard 12 month full warranty from the purchase date when you register your products. You
can register either at www.wirelessdmx.com or by sending the sup-
plied warranty card to Wireless Solution Sweden AB at the address
shown on the rear cover.
Can the antenna be mounted away from the transmitter
or receiver?
Yes, there are indoor and outdoor cables available in lengths from
0,5m to 30m (1.6 to 98 feet).
Will the receivers stay logged on to the transmitter if the
DMX signal is lost?
Yes, even if the DMX signal is interrupted the receiver(s) will remain
logged in.
Will the units stay logged in to each other if power is cut?
The log-in information is stored in an EEPROM and will not be
erased. No battery backup is needed. In theory, the units stay
logged in forever.
In an operational system, can I log on an additional
receiver without disrupting DMX transmission to other
receivers?
This is not possible with the BlackBox unit. Logging on an additional receiver will make the logged-in units revert to idle mode
for 10 seconds; once the new units are logged-in they will all start
again together with the new unit.
What is the difference between Multicast and Point to Point?
Multi-cast transmitting to multiple receivers simultaneously. Point
to Point data is a single path of data transmission.
What is FHSS?
Short for Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum - Frequency hopping techniques, in which the transmitter jumps from sub-channel
to sub-channel at rapid pace, were first used by the U.S. Military.
Such techniques were developed precisely because they are
difficult to disrupt and, unless you know the frequency hopping
sequence, practically impossible to intercept. Spread spectrum
techniques have two main advantages: Firstly, they are more resistant to interference than conventional systems. Secondly, they can
be used to provide multiple access functionality.
Does W-DMX support on-site service with technical documentation after visit?
Wireless Solution and/or its distributors offer Cell Planning Service
for larger projects. Please contact your local distributor for a quote.
This is highly recommended for all larger projects to save time and
money.
www.ctxd.com
Documentation by:
Page 20
www.ctxd.com
Documentation by:
Notes
Wireless Solution Sweden AB
Stureparksvägen 7
451 55 Uddevalla
Sweden
Phone: +46 522 511 511
Fax: +46 522 440 885
E-mail: helpdesk@wirelessdmx.com
Web: www.wirelessdmx.com/support
Release v3.0g
Loading...