Coloronix Adjustable 15-LED RGBW Flood Light - Manual (Page 10)

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Data Connection
Note: Inline DMX amplifier required if run length exceeds: 125 feet between fixtures (others)
Note: Maximum run length from DMX controller to last fixture: 1000 feet.
Note: DMX must be continuous from controller to last fixture in a run. A splitter is needed if
signal is split.
Please follow below if provided data cables will not be used
Note: Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line. To comply with
the EIA-485 standard, no more than 32 fixtures should be connected on one data link.
Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX
optically-isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 m (1640 ft)
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32
DMX Data Cable
If installer prefers 3-wire data cables, we suggest a Belden© 9481 or equivalent cable which meets the
specifications for EIA RS-485 applications. Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data
reliably over long distances. The cable must have the following characteristics:
Type: shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair
Maximum capacitance between conductors:
30 pF/ft
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield:
55 pF/ft
Maximum resistance: 20 ohms/1000ft
Normal impendance: 100 ~ 140 ohms
Note: To comply with all local codes and jurisdiction, qualified communications technicians must do
communications wiring.
Note: Communication cables and AC power lines must not be run in the same conduit.
A. Route Data Cables in series between fixture and any communications accessories using DATA
IN and DATA OUT.
B. In order that they may be easily accessed once construction is complete, secure data cables in
the immediate proximi ty of the fixtures.
Note: To avoid signal transmission problems and interference, it is always advisable to connect to a
DMX signal terminator.