Pathway Connectivity PWINF DMX Interface, 16-Channel Demultiplexer

About: Pathway Connectivity PWINF DMX Interface, 16-Channel Demultiplexer

Pathway DMX Interfaces provide a flexible way of creating custom solutions to DMX control challenges.

The 16-Channel Demultiplexer converts DMX512 to 16 channels of analog DC output voltage. User-configurable diode shunts allow switching between current sourcing applications (typically for legacy theatrical dimmers) or current sinking control (typically for LED fixture drivers or 4 wire electronic fluorescent ballast control).

Compact and DIN-rail mountable, the Pathway 16-Channel Demultiplexer is field configurable through its front panel, or through RDM.

Features

• Convert DMX512 levels to analog DC voltage levels
• Standard DC output modes of 0-10V, 0-15V, 0-2.5V, or 0-5V
• Custom mode allows user- configurable minimum and maximum DC output levels up to 15V
• Maximum current rating per output of 10mA (sourcing mode) or 30mA (sinking mode)
• CCL "Panic Input" drivers all outputs to full
• DMX512 start address and operating mode configurable from front panel or remotely using RDM
• Indicator LEDs for Power, Processor, and DMX Input status
• Data and power easily daisy-chained to other DIN Interface units
• One DMX Input and one DMX Thru connection
• Switches per output to switch between sourcing (diode shunts on) and sinking (diode shunts off) modes 

Operating Modes

Mode 1: 0-10VDC Output

DMX level of 0% equates to 0VDC output, DMX level of 100% equates to 10VDC output.

Mode 2: 0-5VDC Output

DMX level of 0% equates to 0VDC output, DMX level of 100% equates to 5VDC output.

Mode 3: 0-15VDC Output

DMX level of 0% equates to 0VDC output, DMX level of 100% equates to 15VDC output.

Mode 4: 0-2.5VDC Output

DMX level percentage of 0% equates to 0VDC output, DMX level percentage of 100% equates to 2.5VDC output.

Mode 5: Custom Output

The user may set both a minimum and maximum output voltage. Valid DC voltage output range is 0VDC to 15VDC. Values are set as an 8-bit integer (0-255). Valid minimum levels are between 0 and 254. Valid maximum levels are between 1 and 255.

For example, a value of 158 is equal to an output of 10VDC. Custom values are not maintained in other operating modes, and do not apply to modes 6, 7, and 8.

Mode 6: Electronic fluorescent ballast / LED driver control, 10% threshold

DC Outputs are paired (1 and 9, 2 and 10, 3 and 11, etc.) for unified control of up to 8 circuits of LED fixture drivers or Mark VII-type fluorescent ballast controllers. A single DMX slot controls the 0-10V of the lower output, while causing the higher output to provide on/off control of a solid-state relay as the DMX value increases or decreases through the threshold. A 12VDC power supply is required.

Mode 7: Non-Dim

Provides on/off control of solid-state relays. At a DMX value of 0%, a DC output will produce 10VDC. When the DMX value crosses 50%, the output drops to 0VDC. Blocking diodes must be shunted (switches in the off position).

Mode 8: Electronic fluorescent ballast / LED driver control, 1% threshold

DC Outputs are paired (1 and 9, 2 and 10, 3 and 11, etc.) for unified control of up to 8 circuits of LED fixture drivers or Mark VII-type fluorescent ballast controllers. A single DMX slot controls the 0-10V of the lower output, while causing the higher output to provide on/off control of a solid-state relay as the DMX value increases or decreases through the threshold. A 12VDC power supply is required.

Specifications

• General
  • Control Device Type -  Interface Device
  • Mounting Location -  Cabinet, Wall
  • Mounting Type -  DIN Rail, Surface
  • Product Type -  System Interface
  • Network Compatibility -  DMX, RDM
  • Networkable Control -  Yes
  • Qty. of Load Controlled -  16
  • # of Comm. Ports -  1
  • Receiving Protocol -  DMX, RDM
  • Sending Protocol -  0-10V, RDM
  • Dimming Protocol -  0-10V
  • Compliance Listing -  BAA, ROHS
  • Regulatory Listing -  CE
  • Series -  PWINF​
  • Compliance
    • ANSI E1.11 DMX512-A R2013
    • ANSI E1.20 RDM - Remote Device Management
    • ANSI E1.3 - 2001 (R2021), Lighting Control Systems - 0 to10V Analog Control (diode shunts on)
    • ANSI C82.11 Fluorescent Ballast Control (diode shunts off)
      • Suitable for many LED drivers using pink and purple wires.
    • Class 2 Low Voltage
• Electrical
  • Input Ratings
    • 9-30V DC power input
    • 6W maximum power consumption
  • Output Ratings
    • 10mA sourcing per channel 
    • 30mA sinking per channel
  • Isolation & Fault Protection
    • 1500V isolation between DMX input and analog outputs 
    • 250V fault protection on DMX port
• Environmental
  • Operating Temperature -  14°F to 113°F (-10°C to 45°C)
  • Relative Humidity -  5-95%, non-condensing
  • Standard Compliance -  RoHS 2011/65/EU + A1 2015/863 
• Mechanical
  • Dimensions (WxHxD) -  6.25 x 4 x 1.85in (159 x 103 x 47mm)
  • Weight -  0.7 lbs (0.32 kg)
  • Mounting Interface -  35mm x 7.5mm DIN rail