Pathway Connectivity PWINF DMX Interface, 24-Channel Analog to DMX

About: Pathway Connectivity PWINF DMX Interface, 24-Channel Analog to DMX

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

The 24-Channel Analog to DMX converts 24 analog 0-10VDC sources or 24 dry contact closure inputs into a DMX512 signal. A built-in DMX merger combines signal output with other DMX512 lighting consoles, controllers or additional Analog to DMX units.

The Analog to DMX can also be used as a simple snapshot playback device, holding up to 24 "looks" that can be triggered by contact closure.

Compact and DIN-rail mountable, the Pathway 24-Channel Analog to DMX is field configurable through its front panel, or through RDM by using free Pathscape configuration software.

Features

• Convert analog 0-10VDC levels to DMX512
• Alternate Contact Closure mode, for off/full DMX512 control
• Recall mode allows capture and playback of up to 24 discrete, full- universe looks
• Built-in merger allows in-line operation with other DMX sources in either recall or input modes
• DMX512 start address and operating mode configurable from front panel or remotely using RDM
• Indicator LEDs for Power, Processor, DMX Input status, and CCI Mode
• Test function in both analog input and contact closure modes
• DMX line termination switch
• Data and power easily daisy-chained to other DIN Interface units
• One DMX Input, one DMX Thru connection, and one DMX Out

Operating Modes

Mode 1: 0-10V Analog In Highest Takes Precedence (HTP)

The highest level present on the analog input OR the DMX512 input for a given control slot is the level that will be present on the DMX512 output.

Mode 2: 0-10V Analog In Analog Takes Precedence (Analog Priority)

If the analog input level for a given slot is 4% or greater (8-bit value greater than 10), the DMX512 output for that slot will reflect the analog input value, and the corresponding DMX512 input value will be ignored. If the analog input value for a given slot is less than 4% (8-bit value less than 11), the DMX input level will determine the output level for that slot.

Mode 3: 0-10V Analog In DMX Takes Precedences (DMX Priority)

Whenever the DMX512 input data stream is present at the DMX Input, the DMX input levels will determine the DMX512 output levels of all slots, and all analog input levels will be ignored.

Mode 4: Contact Closure Input

Whenever a given contact input is closed for a given slot (input shorted to common), the DMX512 output for that slot will be 100% (8-bit value 255). When the contact input is open, the output for that slot will be determined by the DMX input level, if present.

Mode 5: Snapshot Recall

When a given contact input is closed momentarily (input shorted to common), the corresponding recorded snapshot will be activated on a cross-fade time of 5 seconds. All 512 possible DMX slots are stored for each snapshot. A recalled snapshot will be HTP (highest takes precedence) merged, on a slot-by-slot basis, with any DMX input present on the DMX Input port.

Mode 6: DMX Takes Precedence over Preset Recall

Whenever DMX512 is present at the DMX Input port, the DMX input levels will determine the DMX output levels, and all recalled snapshots will be ignored.

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 -  24
  • # of Comm. Ports -  2
  • Receiving Protocol -  0-10V, DMX, Dry Contact, RDM
  • Sending Protocol -  DMX, RDM
  • Dimming Protocol -  DMX
  • 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 0-10V Analog Control
    • Class 2 Low Voltage
• Electrical
  • Input Ratings
    • 9-30V DC power input
    • 5W maximum power consumption
  • Isolation & Fault Protection
    • 1500V isolation between DMX output and analog/contact inputs
    • 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