RadioDMX Specifications

Transmitter Mode

• DMX-512 Protocol
  • Up to all 512 dimmers may be transmitted
  • Any contiguous subset of dimmers may be selected for transmission
  • Expansion to 8,192 dimmers possible with 16 transmitters
• Lightwave Research Protocol
  • Up to 32 fixtures may be transmitted
  • Supports Cyberlight®, Intellabeam®, Emulator® and Trackspot®
  • Expansion to 512 fixtures possible with 16 transmitters
• Automatically detects protocol being used
• Single receiver selection for point-to-point mode or broadcast selection for multi-point mode
• 16 different RadioDMX networks are supported (allowing multiple transmitters/receivers to operate independently without interfering with each other)
• Transmitted update rate is data dependent, however full console update rates are typically maintained ( > 40 updates/sec )
• Active sensing of receivers at the transmitting unit
• Remote transmitter enable

Receiver Mode

• Automatically detects protocol being transmitted and switches output format
• Receive DMX data starting at any dimmer from 1 to 512
• Select any one of 16 different RadioDMX networks from which to receive data
• Up to 255 unique receiver IDs for identification of receiver at the transmitting unit
• Advanced error detection does not allow receiver to produce false outputs
• Selectable loss-of-signal actions:
  • Hold last scene
  • Blackout
  • Stop outputting data

Front Panel

• Large 16 character backlit LCD display
• Three button menu interface for changing all settings
• Automatic context-sensitive help screens for each setting
• Dual-color Status LED showing transmission/reception status
• Automatic backlight shut off for dark operation

Rear Panel

• Reverse-Polarity SMA type connector for antenna or extension cable
• 5-pin XLR DMX input/output connectors, wired together for easy daisy-chaining of equipment
• LCD display contrast adjustment

RF Transceiver

• Certified under FCC Part 15.247 and ETS 300-328 rules for license free operation
• RF frequency range: 2.400 to 2.480 GHz (France: 2.448 to 2.480 GHz)
• 80 frequency channels used in conjunction with frequency hopping algorithm (France: 34)
• Using standard omni-directional unity-gain antenna:
  • 500' (152 m) to 1,000' (305 m) typical range indoors and/or through obstacles
  • Up to 3,500' (1,067 m) line-of-sight range
• Using high-gain antenna (FCC approved within US):
  • Over 10,000' (3,048 m) range is possible with directional antenna, for line-of-sight applications
• Selectable transmit power, 10 mW or 100 mW
• -95 dBm receiver sensitivity
• Point-to-point and multi-point network topologies are supported
• Steerable (diversity) antenna mode

Optional Equipment

• Application-specific antennas:
  • Omni-directional
  • High-gain
  • Architectural
  • Ultra long-range parabolic
  • Permanent installation
• Extension cable for remote antenna location
• Antenna clamp for truss mounting
• Universal power supply for international use (90-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz)
• 12V DC adapter for mobile and/or battery operation
• 3-pin XLR input/output connectors on rear panel
• Rack mounting kit
• Truss mounting kit

Physical Characteristics

• Length: 8.0" (203 mm) without cables connected
• Width: 6.1" (155 mm)
• Height: 2.0" (51 mm)
• Weight: 34 oz. (972 g)

Note: In order to maintain the highest possible product quality, Interactive Technologies reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Some of the available functions may be altered over the life of the product and functions not described here may be added.