Leprecon LP-1600 Series - Manual (Page 9)

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recommended that when the console is used in a touring system, the power
feed should be checked before the board is plugged in.
The LP-1600 is a microprocessor-based console. Like all digital equipment, it
can be affected by electrical noise and spikes on the power lines. For this
reason, it is recommended that the console be plugged into a separate circuit
from other devices. This also prevents other equipment from tripping the
breaker that supplies power to the console. It is suggested as well that the LP-
1600 be plugged into a line filter/surge suppressor of the type commonly used
for personal computers.
2.2. Connecting to dimmers
The LP-1600 is designed to be used with a wide range of dimmer systems. Two
different output types are available: DMX-512 and 0-10V Analog (optional).
Both output types are always active, and there are no menu choices to enable
or disable a particular output type.
2.2.1. DMX Output
The 5-pin DMX 512 digital output on the rear panel offers a fast and reliable
way of sending control information to the stage. Simply connect a standard 5-
wire control cable from the console jack to the DMX connector on the dimmer.
As the standard mandates, the LP1600 has a female connector. Additional
dimmers can be “daisy-chained” from the first dimmer, by running additional
cables between the dimmers.
The LP-1600 has been tested and complies fully with the USITT DMX
512/1990 standard, and should pose no compatibility problems with any DMX
512 dimmers from Leprecon or from other manufacturers. Should any
suspected incompatibilities be encountered, please contact Leprecon with the
specific dimmer model and manufacturer.
2.2.2. Analog Output
Even with the advent of digital control standards, many portable lighting
systems use analog control lines between the console and the dimmer racks.
The LP-1600 provides 0-10 volt analog outputs, using a 25 pin male
subminiature D connector. See the figure above for pin connections of the
analog connector(s).