PRG DMX Reference Guide 5.4 - Manual (Page 82)

74 DMX512 REFERENCE GUIDE
Step 6. Run additional AC feeder cables to rack location(s).
Connect additional lengths of 2/0 or 8/5 feeder cable to extend power to location of ACS rack(s), modular
rack(s), or conventional dimmer area.
Step 7. Make sure that Cam-Lok connections are tightly secured.
High voltage is present, careful preparation should be taken.
Step 8. Connect ACS, Modular or Mini-ACS Racks to feeder cables.
Connect cables securely to proper input connectors.
Step 9. Connect DMX200 unit to ACS rack.
a. Install DMX200 interface on rack or other suitable enclosure.
b. Connect DMX200 translator Y cable from DMX200 Power In/Data Out to ACS rack Power Out and Data
In.
c. Connect DMX input cables to five-pin XLR, DMX IN ports as needed. One connector for luminaire
addresses 1 through 497 and one connector for addresses 501 through 999.
Figure 3-26: DMX200 Interface
Note: If only one universe of DMX512 is required, ensure that the XLR connector is connected to DMX512 input
number one (on left).
Step 10. Hang luminaires.
a. Determine hanging orientation of luminaires (refer to "Luminaire Orientation and Placement" on
page 53). Ensure the following:
1) Pipe for mounting luminaires is between 1 and 2 inches (25.40 to 50.80 mm) in outer diameter.
2) The structure is secure and capable of supporting total luminaire load.
3) Sufficient clearance space is provided for each luminaire.
Note: It is recommended that all luminaire input connectors be orientated facing stage left, or at least in the same
direction by hanging position.
b. Attach truss hooks (turn quarter-turn fastener clockwise). Do not over-turn quarter-turn fastener or truss
hook receptacle assembly may be damaged.
c. Set thumbwheel address to DMX starting address for the luminaire.
Note: The VL2C luminaire requires 14 channels per luminaire, and the VL4 requires 15 channels per luminaire.
CE
Power In from ACS Rack
and Data Out to ACS Rack
DMX Data IN
Shaded items not used on DMX200 interface unit.
7-segment
display
One connector for luminaire
addresses 1 through 497 and one
for addresses 501 through 999.