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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...
4.6.1 Prerequisites for successful linking with receivers ...... 20 4.6.2 Linking receivers ................. 21 Copyright Wireless Solution Sweden Sales AB 4.6.3 Unlinking all receivers ..............22 Operation as a receiver ................22 Contact us: 4.7.1 Linking with transmitters .............
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Contents Contents 5.2.2 WhiteBox R-512 ................. 26 7.2.4 Installing the unit ................. 39 LEDs ....................... 26 7.2.5 Operation as a receiver .............. 39 Installing the unit ..................26 ProBox F-2500 ....................40 Scope of delivery ..................40 Operation as a receiver ................26 Connectors and ports ................
1 Your Wireless DMX G4 system (W-DMX G4S) 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: •...
Consistent and wide-ranging control of lighting systems over long W-DMX technology is the core of all our products. W-DMX is specifically distances. engineered by Wireless Solution Sweden AB to provide the same quality, • The complex communication protocols are fully automated and concealed reliability and performance as in any hardwired DMX data link.
3 About this document 4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 About this document BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 BlackBox and WhiteBox are functionally identical. The BlackBox is intended for Target group of this document indoor usage, the WhiteBox for outdoor usage. This document is designed for lighting designers, lighting operations managers and lighting engineers.
4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 Port Description Connectors and ports DC power input Input for Phoenix gold connector: 4.2.1 BlackBox F-1 • Left: Ground • Right: U = +12 V Caution DMX OUT bypass XLR female 3 pin (BlackBox MK II only) Damage to the unit! DMX IN for XLR male 3 pin output for Universe 1 (BlackBox MK II only)
4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 Port Description Port Description DC power input Phoenix gold connector 12 V DC: AC power input = 90–250 V / 50–440 Hz: • Left: Ground • Left: Outer conductor (L) •...
RX mode: 2. Attach the supplied standard antenna(s) and standard adapter(s) or other • Off: Unit is not linked to any transmitter. suitable antenna(s) / adapter(s) available from Wireless Solution to the • On: Unit is linked to transmitter. matching connector(s).
4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 When connecting a WhiteBox model it is necessary to open the housing. 10. Close the housing. 11. Tighten the 4 screws (1) by turning them clockwise. Warning Switching FLEX modes Risk of death by electrocution! The FLEX mode determines if the unit is used in Transmit Mode (TX) or AC power connection must be carried out correctly.
4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 Position above crowds: min. 1 m Operation as a transmitter Position above trees: min. 1 m The unit is in Transmit Mode (TX) working as a transmitter. 4.6.1 Prerequisites for successful linking with receivers Hint...
4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 If the connection is successful, the LINK LED on the receiver goes on. If 4.6.3 Unlinking all receivers DMX input is available, the DATA LED goes on as well: ...
4 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1 5 BlackBox and WhiteBox R-512 To change the CTRL mode, proceed as follows: BlackBox and WhiteBox R-512 The unit is in Transmit Mode (TX), working as a transmitter. BlackBox and WhiteBox are functionally identical. The BlackBox is intended for indoor usage, the WhiteBox for outdoor usage.
5 BlackBox and WhiteBox R-512 6 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 Port Description AC power input = 90–250 V / 50–440 Hz BlackBox and WhiteBox are functionally identical. The BlackBox is intended for MK I: IEC 2.5A connector indoor usage, the WhiteBox for outdoor usage.
6 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 6 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 Port Description DC power input Input for Phoenix gold connector: • Left: Ground • Right: +12 V DC DMX OUT / bypass XLR female 5 pin output for Universe 2 DMX IN XLR male 5 pin input for Universe 2 6.2.2...
6 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 6 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 Port Description Port Description DMX IN/OUT RJ 45 port: AC power input = 90–250 V / 50–440 Hz standard for • Left: Outer conductor (L) 1: Universe 1+ 5: – Universe 1 •...
6 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 6 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 Operation as a transmitter Installing the unit The operation as a transmitter is identical to the BlackBox and WhiteBox F-1, Installation is identical to: see chapter "4.6 Operation as a transmitter", page 20. •...
6 BlackBox and WhiteBox F-2 7 Micro units Micro units Hints Master transmitter is the initial transmitter that receive Micro F-1 Lite DMX input on cable. 7.1.1 Scope of delivery Universe 2 will have a delayed start some seconds after •...
7 Micro units 7 Micro units SIGNAL/BATT: 7.1.9 Battery option – SIGNAL identifies if the signal strength or battery power is displayed on The W-DMX G4 Micro units are equipped with a holder for 6 AAA batteries. If the LED bar. batteries are installed in the unit and 12 V DC power is disconnected, the unit runs on battery power.
7 Micro units 7 Micro units 7.2.3 LEDs Micro R-512 Lite The unit is provided with a battery option, see chapter "7.1.9 Battery option", page 37. 7.2.1 Scope of delivery • 1 x Micro R-512 Lite device • 1 x user manual •...
8 ProBox F-2500 8 ProBox F-2500 ProBox F-2500 No. Port Description AC power input = 90–250 V / 50–440 Hz PowerCon 20A connector Scope of delivery Ethernet EtherCon RJ 45 port • 1 x ProBox F-2500 device Supports Power over Ethernet 802.3af •...
8 ProBox F-2500 9 Technical data Technical data Hint When you link the receivers for Universe 1, power on only BlackBoxes (BB) and WhiteBoxes (WB) F-1, R-512 and F-2 the respective receivers for Universe 1. BlackBox (in mm): Once the receivers for Universe 1 are connected, you can power on the receivers for Universe 2 and link them.
9 Technical data 9 Technical data BB F-1 WB F-1 BB R-512 WB R-512 BB F-2 WB F-2 MicroBox F-1 Lite and MicroBox R-512 Lite Environmental conditions Ambient temperature range 0 °C to 45 °C 0 °C to 40 °C (standard) Ambient Temperature range (12 V 0 °C to 55 °C...
9 Technical data 9 Technical data MicroBox F-1 Lite MicroBox R-512 Lite ProBox F-2500 Radio performance ProBox F-2500 External antenna Electrical data Standard range Up to 200 m Regulations complied with Certified Worldwide (FCC, ETL, ETSI, CE, Japan, China , Russia) Latency <...
10 FAQ – Frequently asked questions 9 Technical data FAQ – Frequently asked questions ProBox F-2500 DMX capabilities Max. number of Universes Is W-DMX compatible with other systems on the market? Input / output Opto Isolation Today there is no standard for wireless transmission of DMX signals and there Fully compliant USITT DMX512A is no possibility of mixing different brands of wireless DMX solutions in a W-DMX Invisi-wire...
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Does W-DMX support on-site service with technical documentation after with 8.192 DMX channels (16 DMX-512 Universes). visit? Wireless Solution and/or its distributors offer Cell Planning Service for larger Is it FCC approved? projects. Please contact your local distributor for a quote. This is highly Yes.
11 Appendix:Certificates 11 Appendix:Certificates 11.3 GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION Certif ication Issued Under the Authority of the Federal Communications Commission By : Intertek Testing Serv ices NA, Inc. Date of Grant: 09/04/2012 70 Codman Hill Road Boxborough, MA 01719 Application Dated: 08/17/2012 Interlite AB...
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Wireless Solution Sweden Sales AB Stureparksvägen 7 451 55 Uddevalla Sweden Tel.: +46 522 511 511 Fax: +46 522 440 885 E-Mail: helpdesk@wirelessdmx.com Web: www.wirelessdmx.com Wireless Solution Sweden Sales AB Stureparksvägen 7 451 55 Uddevalla Sweden Tel.: +46 522 511 511 Fax: +46 522 440 885 E-Mail: helpdesk@wirelessdmx.com...
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