To ensure optimal DMX signal integrity when using your Pathway Wall-mount Installation Repeater, proper termination is key. Here's how to terminate the DMX signal effectively:
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DMX Termination Switch Configuration:
- If nothing is connected to the DMX THRU terminal block of the final opto-splitter card within the repeater, set the termination switch on this card to the ON position.
- All other cards within the repeater should have their termination switches set to the OFF position.
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Adding Cards or Passing the Signal Through:
- If you're adding another card to the repeater or passing the DMX signal through to another device, make sure the termination switch on the last card in the repeater chain remains in the OFF position.
- Terminate the DMX signal at the final device in the chain. This can be done using the device's internal termination switch or jumper. If the device doesn't have these, use a 120 Ω resistor connected between pins 2 and 3 of the DMX connector.
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Final Device Termination:
- Always ensure the final receiving device connected to any output or branch line is properly terminated. Use its internal termination switch or jumper if available, or a 120 Ω resistor between pins 2 and 3 if necessary.
By following these steps, you'll correctly terminate the DMX signal, maximizing the performance and reliability of your Pathway Wall-mount Installation Repeater and all connected devices.