Doug Fleenor Design ALARM INTERFACE - Manual

DOUG FLEENOR DESIGN, Inc.
Model ALARM INTERFACE
Installation & Operations Manual
Product description
The ALARM INTERFACE allows an emergency system to trigger a pre-recorded
emergency DMX512 backup look. In normal operation, the ALARM INTERFACE
passes DMX512 signals untouched. While triggered, the incoming DMX signal is
disconnected and the ALARM INTERFACE sends the emergency backup look. The
emergency backup look can be set to any lighting levels required by the installer.
Environmental
Operating temperature: 0-40º C
Operating humidity: 10-90% non-condensing
Indoor use only
Electrical ratings
Input: 90 - 132 VAC, 50 - 60Hz, 0.25A
Mounting
The ALARM INTERFACE enclosure can be mounted on any flat surface meeting the
environmental requirements above. Conduit knockouts are provided for ease of
installation of wiring.
Power wiring
The ALARM INTERFACE is powered by 120VAC, 0.25A. Line and neutral connections
are made via terminal blocks. Care must be taken to avoid routing power wiring over
the circuit board or in the vicinity of low voltage wiring.
DMX512 wiring
The incoming DMX512 signal (from the control console) must be connected to the
DMX_IN terminal block. Connections are provided for common (C), data minus (-), and
data plus (+). DMX512 cabling to the dimmers and/or fixtures must be connected to the
DMX OUT terminals. Similar connections are provided.
Alarm closure wiring
The CLOSURE FROM ALARM terminals must be connected to the system which will
trigger the emergency condition. The closure must be a maintained form C type
capable of carrying 80mA at 5VDC. While the contacts are shorted, the emergency
look will be activated. While the contact closure inputs are not shorted, the incoming
DMX512 signal will be passed to the output unchanged.