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Instructions

Thank you for purchasing the DP-415 hybrid DMX pack. This product has been thoroughly tested

at our factory for quality and assurance. Your comments regarding our products and services are

always welcome. You can reach us by sending an e-mail to info@elationlighting.com. It is both a

privilege and pleasure serving you. Please be sure to read these instructions before operating this

unit and keep them in a safe place for possible reference later.

The DP-415 is a 4 channel portable dimmer/switch pack. Each output channel contains dual 15 Amp Edison

sockets that allow for two devices to be plugged into a single channel. Each channel can then be controlled via

standard DMX 512 signal by adjusting a relevant channel fader on your DMX console. The dip switches on the face

of the unit allow you to set the DMX patch address and operation mode for the pack. Standard binary code should

be used to set your DMX patch address. Dip Switch 10 is the “Mode” switch. The setting of this switch determines

the packs’ operation mode, either as a Dimmer or Switch pack. There are also 4 channel output LED’s that allow you

to view active channels. When the unit is set to Dim mode, these LED’s dim in real time as the relevant channel is

adjusted. A DMX signal indicator LED is also incorporated so that when DMX signal is present, the LED illuminates.

Product Description:

No. 24-004-1516 Rev 1.1

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Warning:

This unit must be earthed.

Keep the unit dry, do not expose it to water or high levels of humidity.

Do not allow for any flammable liquids to come in close contact with the unit.

Technical repairs should be performed by an authorized technician.

Do not operate this unit if the internal components are exposed.

When replacing fuses, always replace with the same type and value.

Introduction:

The DP-415 was designed to be mounted on any form of pipe using an approved rigging clamp or onto any flat

surface via hardware that is not included with the product.

To fasten a clamp to the unit, we recommend that you use either of the

two supplied center holes. One is on the top side and the other is on the rear. Use the one that better suites your

rig. Another means of hanging the unit, is by turning the rear panel around 180º. You will need a phillips head

screw driver to reverse the panel. Disconnect the power cord, remove the four phillips head screws on the

back of the unit, reverse the panel so the flanged side is facing out and replace the four phillips head screws.

This will allow you to hang the pack onto any 2” pipe

The final means of mounting this unit is onto a flat surface

where you can secure at least two bolts. This means an exposed wood beam, metal beam, wall that you can

determine has enough support to hold the units weight, etc... There are three holes on the back panel supplied for

this form of mounting. Use at least two of them, (preferably, the two outside holes) with at least 2” lag bolts.

Note: there should always be at least 12” of

clearance between the pack and anything surrounding it. It is also recommended that you use a safety

cable whenever mounting over head.

units'

(If you use this method to hang the unit, you must use a

safety cable to ensure the unit does not fall down).

Mounting:

The DP-415 is supplied with a 15 Amp, 12 gauge power line cord. Plug the line cord into a service capable of

suppling up to 15 amps to the pack. Lamp loads should be plugged into the dual 15 Amp Edison sockets which are

fitted on the sides of the pack and are clearly marked on the front panel.

. Be sure to not overload any channel as this may result in blown fuses and malfunction. Using a

3 pin XLR, DMX cable, connect out of your DMX console or previous fixture in line and into the DMX IN of the

DP-415. Connect out of the DP-415, DMX OUT, and into the input of the next device in line. Set Dip Switches as

required (See Page 3- “Set DMX Address”). It is recommended that the last pack or fixture in line include a DMX

terminator into the Output. This will minimize data transmission errors.

Each channel can accept a load of up to 5

Amps or 600 Watts

Connections:

1. Dual Edison Sockets:

These are dual 120V Edison sockets. Each set of

sockets is labeled with the relevant channel number.

Front & Rear Panel Overview: 1

2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9

2. Channel Output LED’s (1-4):

These LED’s indicate relevant channel activity.

3. Power indicator LED:

This LED illuminates when the power switch is ON.

4. Dip-switches:

Dip switches 1-9 are used to set the starting DMX

address channel and dip switch 10 is used to select

the packs operation mode. When dip switch 10 is set

to “ON”, the pack functions as a Switch pack. When

dip switch 10 is set to “OFF”, the pack functions as

a Dimmer pack.

5. DMX indicator LED:

When this LED flashes it indicates that DMX signal is present.

6. Power Line Cord:

This cord should be plugged into a 120V~60Hz AC socket. Be

sure that the plug service is capable of supplying up to 15Amps

to the pack.

7. Power Switch:

This switches the packs power ON & OFF.

8. DMX IN Connector:

This 3 pin male XLR input connector receives DMX signal

from a DMX controller or previous DMX fixture in the data link.

9. DMX OUT Connector:

This 3 pin female XLR output connector sends DMX signal to the next fixture in the data link.

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1. Set DMX Address:

Dip Switches:

on off

Switch#

124

(2)(1)

Value

(Binary)

(2)(1) (4)(3) (6)(5) (9)(8)(7)

8 16 32 64 128 256

DMX Address

on off

Using binary values, set the required DMX patch address for your pack:

As the illustration above shows, dip switches 1-9 should be used to set the packs DMX address.

Each dip switch incorporates a value that should be used when trying to figure out DMX

address settings. Dip Switch 1 = 1, Dip Switch 2 = 2, Dip Switch 3 = 4, Dip Switch 5 = 8, etc... The

value for every dip switch doubles counting from left to right. The goal is to try to get to the

required DMX patch number by using the least number of dip switches and adding the binary

values for each dip switch to land on the required address number.

2. Select between "Dimmer" & "Switch" modes:

Setting dip switch 10 to the “ON” position, sets the DP-415 to act as a four channel switch pack. When dip

switch 10 is set to the "OFF" position, the DP-415 acts as a four channel dimmer pack.

When set to "Switch" mode, the channel output will switch ON at DMX value 128. Any DMX value

below 128 will switch the relevant channel OFF.

When set to "Dimmer" mode, channel output can be gradually dimmed UP or Down between

DMX values 000 to 255.

Dip Switches Settings DMX Address

1

2 4

(2)

1

(1) (4)

(3) (6)

(5) (9)

(8)

(7)

8 16 32 64 128 256

2 4

(2)

1

(1) (4)(3) (6)(5) (9)(8)(7)

8 16 32 64 128 256

2

3

2 4

(2)

1

(1) (4)(3) (6)(5) (9)(8)(7)

816 32 64 128 256

10

2 4

(2)

1

(1) (4)(3) (6)(5) (9)(8)(7)

8 16 32 64 128 256

Dip Switch Settings DMX Address

15

2 4

(2)

1

(1) (4)

(3) (6)

(5) (9)

(8)

(7)

8 16 32 64 128 256

2 4

(2)

1

(1) (4)(3) (6)(5) (9)(8)(7)

8 16 32 64 128 256

106

259

417

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For Example: These would be the dip switch settings for the specified DMX addresses.

1 2 4

(2)(1)(1) (4)(3) (6)(5) (9)(8)(7)

8 16 32 64 128 256

1 2 4

(2)(1)(1) (4)(3) (6)(5) (9)(8)(7)

8 16 32 64 128 256

Power Input

Channel Output

Fuse(Internal)

DMX Input

DMX Output

Dimensions

Weight

............................................................................................................AC 120V~60Hz, 15A max.

..............................................................................................Total 15A max.,

................................................................................................... F6.3A 250V 5x20mm(x4PCS)

................................................................................................................3-pin male XLR connector

.........................................................................................................3-pin female XLR connector

............................................................................................................................180x177x64mm

................................................................................................................................................... 1.2 Kg

5A per channel

Technical Specifications:

Notice Information

Specifications and improvements in the design of this product and this manual are

subject to change without any prior notice.

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Troubleshooting:

No Power to the pack:

No Channel Output:

No DMX Control:

Disconnect the power line cord. Reconnect the line cord to ensure proper connection. If the problem still

persists, check the building service panel and make sure the service circuit breakers are ON.

Disconnect the power line cord. Check the corresponding channel fuse or fuses by removing the four

phillips head screws on the rear panel to expose the circuit board and fuses. Each channel fuse is

marked on the PCB- TH1 = Channel 1, TH2 = Channel 2, TH3 = Channel 3 and Th4 = Channel 4. Check

the relevant channel fuse or fuses and replace if required. Always replace with same type and value. The

DP-415 incorporates four 6.3A 250V normal blow fuses. Replace rear panel and phillips head screws.

Check your dip switch settings. Ensure that the correct dip switches are set to the ON position. Check

the DMX channel patch on your DMX console if available.

If you’ve tried the above and the unit continues to malfunction, please contact ELATION® customer support

at (800) 322-6337, your unit may require service. Once you describe your problem to the customer service

representative, he or she will determine whether it should be sent in or not. If it does need to be sent in, you

will be issued a return authorization number that must accompany the package when sent in. Please write

this RA# on the outside of the box with a black marker and also write it on any packing slip that may be

included with the package.