Rail-Switch is a compact and elegant solution for remotely controlling devices that traditionally do not offer remote facilities, such as fog machines or motors, via DMX. 
Housed in a high impact DIN Rail mounting case, Rail-Switch provides six mains voltage relays with DMX512 and RDM Draft V1.0 support.

The RDM interface allows the start address to be set by a Lighting Console over the DMX512 cable. RDM also allows the product to receive firmware upgrades and run diagnostics tests.

In the event that the Lighting Console does not support RDM, Jump-Start can be used to set the start address, (note there are no user controls on the case). DMX512 loop through and termination options are provided.
Applications include animatronics, fog machines, theatre practicals, mirror ball motors, cue lights and video remote control.
Please note that the switch circuits must be externally fused.

Features:

• 6 mains voltage relays
• DIN Rail or surface mounting (must be installed in a controlled area or enclosure)
• DMX512 (1990) or DMX512-A input
• RDM (Remote Device Management) support
• Requires RDM compatible device to set start address

Specifications:

• Input Voltage 5V DC
• Power 1W
• Switch Voltage 230VAC max
• Switch Current 8A
• Input Protocol DMX512 / RDM Draft V1.0
• Duty Cycle 80%
• Mounting: DIN Rail or surface mount
• Listing: CE / FCC
• IP Rating: Indoor use only
• Height: 90mm
• Width: 88mm
• Depth: 58mm
• Weight: 0.20kg
• Requires external power supply (Part no: PSU-5-4-FER)

Downloads:
Rail-Switch Brochure (pdf format)
Rail-Switch User Manual (pdf format)

Rail-DALI is a true bridge between architectural and entertainment lighting. The product converts DMX512 to DALI and DALI to DMX512.

DMX512 is the lighting protocol of choice in entertainment lighting. DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface) is used in an increasing number of architectural applications, usually for controlling fluorescent light fittings. By bridging the two, Rail-DALI makes controlling your house lights from the lighting console, or controlling effect lights through your house lighting system, simple and straight-forward.

 RAIL-Dali provides four optically-isolated DALI circuits.  This allows a total of 256 channels or lamps to be controlled.  Multiple products can be linked together to provide a greater channel count when required.   

The product supports the very latest version of DALI by offering bidirectional data flow. "Back Channel" DALI information on light level and fault status is converted to RDM status information,  allowing the lighting control system to monitor light status as well as control their intensity.

The control interface uses DMX512 and RDM or Remote Device Management. The RDM interface allows the start address to be set by the console over the DMX512 cable. RDM also allows the product to receive firmware upgrades and run diagnostics tests. In the event that the console does not support RDM, Jump-Start can be used to set the start address.

DMX512 loop through and termination options are provided.

Features:

• Converts DMX512 to DALI
• Converts DALI to DMX512
• Convert DALI status information to RDM (Remote Device Management)
• Bidirectional data flow
• Supports 32 to 256 Channels
• Configurable bandwidth
• DIN Rail or Surface mount (must be installed in a controlled area or enclosure)
• Requires RDM compatible device to set start address

Specifications:

• Input Voltage 5V or 9-24VDC
• Power 1W
• Protection: Internal 500mA electronic fuse
• Protocols: DMX512 / RDM Draft V1.0 / DALI
• Duty Cycle 100%
• Listing: CE / FCC
• IP Rating: Indoor use only
• Height: 90mm
• Width: 88mm
• Depth: 58mm
• Weight: 0.20kg
• Requires external power supply (Part no: PSU-5-4-FER)

Downloads:
Rail-DALI Brochure (pdf format)
Rail-DALI User Manual (pdf format)

Rail-Demux converts DMX512 into analogue control voltage.  DMX512 to analogue conversion has two key applications: upgrading older analogue dimmers and driving fluorescent ballasts, providing longer life for your old equipment.

Rail-Demux is an elegant solution to both applications and provides 16 analogue 0-10V DC outputs with DMX512 and RDM Draft V1.0 support, bringing old-fashioned technology into the modern age.  An internal trimmer allows the overall output range to be adjusted between 8V and 12V. It is housed in a high impact DIN Rail mounting case.

The control interface uses DMX512 and RDM or remote Device Management. The RDM interface allows the start address to be set by the console over the DMX512 cable. RDM also allows the product to receive firmware upgrades and run diagnostics tests.

In the event that the console does not support RDM, Jump-Start can be used to set the start address.

Features:

• Converts DMX512 to Analogue
• 16 Analogue outputs
• 0 - 10V DC output
• Variable gain trim of 8V to 12V
• Option for 0 - 370uA output (factory set only – specify at time of order)
• 20mS response time
• Output short circuit protection
• Suitable for 0-10V fluorescent ballast control
• DMX512 Interface
• RDM Draft V1.0 Remote Device Management
• DIN Rail or Surface Mount (must be installed in a controlled area or enclosure)
• Requires RDM compatible device to set start address

Specifications:

• Input Voltage 24VDC
• Power 36W
• Maximum Current: 1.5A
• Input Protocol DMX512 / RDM Draft V1.0
• Duty Cycle 100%
• Output Voltage: 0-10V DC
• Output Current: 4mA
• Listing: CE / FCC
• IP Rating: Indoor use
• Height: 90mm
• Width: 88mm
• Depth: 58mm
• Weight: 0.20kg
• Requires external power supply (Part no: PSU-24-4-FER)

Downloads:
Rail-Demux Brochure (pdf format)
Rail-Demux User Manual (pdf format)

Rail-Split RDM is a high specification bidirectional DMX512 splitter designed for permanent installations. It provides input isolation and six buffered outputs.  Each output allows up to 32 devices to be connected, while the RDM functionality ensures your installation is ‘future-proof’ and ready for the next generation of lighting equipment.

Rail-Split RDM is DIN-Rail mounted for ease of installation. All connections are via screw terminals, offering cost-savings on connectors for fixed installations. DMX loop through and termination options are provided.

Rail-Split RDM supports the RDM V1.0 (Remote Device Management) Draft Standard. RDM allows bidirectional communication over the DMX cable. Rail-Split RDM also supports the High End Systems talkback protocol.

Rail-Split RDM is powered from a 5VDC power source.

Features:

• Optically isolated DMX512 input
• Six buffered outputs
• All ports are bidirectional for RDM Draft V1.0 protocol support
• All connections via screw terminals
• DIN-Rail or Surface Mount (must be installed in a controlled area or enclosure)
• Compatible with DMX512, DMX512 (1990), DMX512-A
• Input loop through for termination or connection to another device
• Support for High End Systems (HES) talkback

Specifications:

• Listing: CE FCC
• IP Rating: Indoor use
• Power: 8W
• Input Voltage: 5VDC
• Duty cycle: 80%
• Width: 88 mm
• Height: 90 mm
• Depth: 58 mm
• Weight: 0.25kg
• Connection: Screw terminal
• Requires external power supply (Part no: PSU-5-4-FER)

Downloads:
Rail-Split RDM Brochure (pdf format)
Rail-Split RDM User Manual (pdf format)