PRG Best Boy 4000 User Manual - Manual (Page 20)

12 BEST BOY 4000 ® SPOT LUMINAIRE USER MANUAL
DMX512 Male Termination Connector
A male XLR DMX512 termination connector is required at the last luminaire (or "far end of
the line") to prevent signal reflections. Signal reflections may cancel out the signal at
certain line lengths, resulting in errors. The terminator is also necessary for software
downloads and running tests on multiple luminaires.
To construct your own connector,
you will need the following components:
+ 5-pin, male XLR connector.
+ 120 ohm resistor.
Note: A male termination connector is also available as an accessory from PRG. See "Replacement Items and
Accessories" on page 5.
Ethernet Cables
The Best Boy 4000 Luminaire is equipped with two RJ-45 type connectors for Ethernet input/output. Ethernet cabling
should follow these guidelines:
+ Ethernet cable assemblies must match the CAT5e specification.
+ Regular or crossover cables are acceptable.
+ Both EtherCon® and RJ-45 connectors are acceptable.
Ethernet Bypass
A relay allows Ethernet signals to pass through daisy-chained luminaires even if power is removed.
Solder resistor
across pins 2 & 3
1
2
3
4
5