Pathway #1006 eDIN Analog-to-DMX Interface - Manual

Model 1006 Analog-to-DMX Manual
CONNECTIONS
CONFIGURATION
The eDIN user interface has 2 operating modes: Function
and Edit. In the function mode, hitting the ▲ or ▼ buttons
will cycle the unit through the available functions, as indi-
cated by the menu LED's (ADDRESS, MODE, UTIL, and
TEST). Once the desired function is selected, pressing
and holding the ENTER button for at least 2 seconds puts
the unit into Edit mode. When in Edit mode, a dot LED at
the bottom right of the numeric display is illuminated.
Pressing the Function ▲ or ▼ buttons changes the pa-
rameter being edited. In the ADDRESS function, the DMX
start address for analog input #1 is edited; in the MODE
function the unit's operating mode is changed; in UTIL
diagnostic modes are selected; and in TEST, each input
channel of the unit is selected so that its value in volts DC
can be seen on the numeric display. To complete the edit-
ing of a parameter and store the new value, press EN-
TER. The unit is now ready for operation.
Tip
: You can press and hold the ▲ or ▼ buttons to
speed through values.
OVERVIEW
The Pathway eDIN Analog-to-DMX Interface
provides the ability to convert standard analog
0-10 volt control signals to DMX512 protocol.
The analog inputs can also be used as dry
contact closure inputs. The Interface is equipped
with a DMX input which can be merged with the
analog inputs. As a bonus, these modules have
the ability to store and recall up to 24 presets.
The DIN form factor makes installation in your
own enclosures or cabinets fast and easy.
eDIN Analog-to-DMX Interfaces feature two-part terminal
strips that can be removed from the eDIN module to facili-
tate installation. Make the following connections, WITH
THE POWER TURNED OFF:
POWER
This interface is designed to run on a wide range of avail-
able voltages from 9-30 volts, AC or DC. Whatever the
supply voltage, the power supply should be able to deliver
500mA. If the supply is DC, make sure you observe the
correct polarity when connecting to V+ and V-. AC con-
nections can be made to the same terminals without re-
gard to polarity. A second set of terminals is provided on
the same connector to loop, or daisy-chain, the power
supply to other installed eDIN modules. A grounding ter-
minal is provided for optional connection to Earth Ground.
Although not mandatory, this connection can be used to
eliminate possible DMX issues arising from a noisy EMI
environment.
DMX512
DMX connections consist of a shield and one or two data
pairs. The second data pair, if present in the DMX ca-
bling, should be connected to the terminals although it is
optional and provides no additional functionality. DMX
OUT is the processed output of the Interface. DMX IN is
optional, and usually comes from a control console, archi-
tectural controller or the output of another eDIN A-to-D
module. This DMX input will be merged with the analog
inputs, or used as a source of levels to record presets..
DMX THRU provides a means to daisy-chain DMX IN to
other eDIN modules in a cabinet, or to other DMX equip-
ment. Connect DATA+ and DATA-, to D1+ and D1- ob-
serving the same polarity convention throughout the sys-
tem. Connect the cable shield or common to the SHLD
COM terminal.
ANALOG / CONTACT CLOSURE INPUTS
The Analog-to-DMX Interface supports up to 24 discrete
input ports that can function as either analog or contact
closure inputs. The COM (common) terminal must be
used as a reference connection in either case. Analog
inputs must be 0 to +10 volts DC with respect to COM.
Contact inputs are simply maintained or momentary clo-
sures between COM and the input terminal(s).
ENTER
001
ADDRESS
MODE
UTIL
TEST
ON OFF
DMX In
DMX Thru
DMX Terminator
Function
Indicators
Power
Programming
Buttons
Analog/Contact
Closure Inputs
Numeric
Display
POWER IN
PROCESSOR
DMX INPUT
CCI MODE
DMX
Out
▲
▼
SET DMX ADDRESS
Press the ▲ or ▼ button until the Address LED is illumi-
nated. Press ENTER to put the unit in EDIT mode. Press
▲ or ▼ to change the start address to the desired value.
Press ENTER to save the address. The DMX address is
the starting DMX channel number (range 1 to 512) where
the analog/contact input channels will be inserted.