Luminex LumiSplit DMX512-A 2.10 HUB

The Hub has two separate DMX zones (input zone A and zone B). You can select which zone it has to be connected to, allowing you to distribute two separate DMX lines (1024 channels) in any possible output configuration. All outputs can receive data as well and retransmit it on its selected zone. This way, RDM data (and other bidirectional data) will be sent on all outputs and input of the same zone.

Isolation: Individual Outlet Protection

All ten outputs feature individual isolation and protection. This means that if a fault occurs on a piece of equipment connected to one output, fixtures on the other outputs are totally protected. In addition, the input connectors have their own protection. This gives a double barrier between fixtures and the console and protects the console against a fault on themains supply to the buffer itself (ie. if the buffer unit was inadvertently connected across two phases).

1000V Optical Isolation Barrier

Each outlet has an optical isolator capable of withstanding voltages of up to 1000V. Each isolator has its own power supply eliminating any direct electrical connection between outputs. Self-healing technology makes sure that the outlets can resist up to 530V over their data pairs. This means that after such a fault, the outlet works fine again with normal DMX signals.

Short Circuit Protection

Each outlet is protected against short circuits or incorrectly wired connectors.

Modular Isolation

All the components that provide the optoisolation are built into a single module completely interchangeable with other channels, including the input module.

Line Voltage Protection

Not only does the Hub protect your various pieces of equipment from inadvertent DMX-to-mains connection, but it also protects itself. Each individual output is protected so that no damage will occur to the buffer even if they are connected directly to 230V by mistake.

A built-in rechargeable battery backs up the complete isolation functionality when a mains failure occurs.

Bidirectional and RDM

The splitter can work in half-duplex over data pins 2 and 3. All outlets are able to receive data. When an outlet receives data, this data will be retransmitted to all remaining outlets configured to the same zone. So all output and input connectors of the same zone will get all data sent to that zone.

This allows bidirectional manufacturer-dependent data to be transmitted between fixtures and controllers. The Hub is protocol independent and supports in this way communication from different manufacturers such as High End Systems, Martin Professional, Coemar, and more. Remote Device Management is also supported this way. The change over time in data direction conforms to the RDM and DMX512-A specifications. The Hub is a non-proxy RDM device with no built-in RDM management controlling logic. This allows a maximum datadelay between incoming data and outgoing data of 1 microsecond.

Power Fail Management

An integrated power management circuit assures optimal power conditions and fail-proof operation.

Backup Battery

A built-in rechargeable backup battery assures the complete operation (including isolation) of the unit during power failure. When the unit is connected to mains power and switched on, the battery gets automatically loaded. This allows complete functionality for 20 minutes with a fully loaded battery. The Hub will detect a mains failure and automatically switch over to internal battery backup.