RJ45 DMX Wiring for Fast, Reliable Daisy-Chaining
This decoder features dedicated RJ45 input and output ports that keep your lighting installations clean, fast, and easy to organise. These ports allow the DMX signal to travel through standard network cable with secure plug-in connections as a bonus. Since all you have to do is plug in the cables, installation time is reduced, and the cable layout stays clean.
With the RJ45 ports, you’re also able to daisy-chain multiple compatible decoders together along a single DMX line. This makes it much easier to extend your lighting system as projects grow while maintaining a consistent and organised installation.
Note that when a DMX line has more than 32 connected decoders, a signal amplifier should be added to the setup to preserve signal quality. Fitting a terminal resistor at the end of the DMX line will also help ensure stable performance throughout the installation.
DMX512 and RDM Control with On-Unit Addressing
Combining industry-standard DMX512 and RDM (Remote Device Management) control gives you flexibility in configuring and maintaining your lighting systems.
DMX512 is the traditional control protocol, in which the decoder receives commands from the console and sends them to the lights. The RDM, on the other hand, adds two-way communication, allowing the lights to “talk back” and opens up additional functions such as remotely changing the DMX start address or adjusting settings like dimming.
But that’s not all! The decoder has a built-in digital numeric display and on-unit control buttons. This way, you can configure the DMX start address directly on the decoder. This is best for projects where a local setup is preferred.
The unit occupies four DMX addresses and offers selectable 1-, 2-, or 4-channel output modes. This allows it to match the requirements of different compatible lighting fixtures.
4 Channel Constant Voltage Output for RGB and RGBW LED
The decoder is designed for constant voltage lighting systems and provides a reliable four-channel output for compatible RGB and RGBW LED strip lights. Matching the correct output type to your LED products is essential for safe operation and consistent performance. So never use this decoder with constant current fittings.
What makes this decoder suitable for a variety of professional lighting installations is its wide 12V-48V DC input range. At 12V and 24V DC, each of the four channels can deliver up to 8A of output current. When operating with 36V or 48V DC systems, each channel supplies up to 6A. At 48V, the decoder's maximum output power is 1152W.
Maximise its reliability by selecting an appropriate power supply compatible with constant voltage systems.
Flicker-Free Dimming with Selectable PWM and 16-Bit Control
For installations with cameras taking photos and/or recording video, visible flickering is not ideal, which is why this decoder features selectable PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) frequencies ranging from 250Hz to 32kHz. This allows you to choose the most suitable output for the current application.
Higher PWM frequencies help minimise visible flicker. This makes it ideal for spaces that need "cleaner" lighting, such as retail displays, showrooms, and exhibition spaces.
To further improve lighting precision, the decoder supports both 8-bit and 16-bit grey scale control. This means you can choose between 256 and 65,536 dimming levels, depending on the lighting system's requirements. This can then result in smoother fades and more refined colour transitions across a compatible LED strip.
Finally, the decoder also features selectable logarithmic and linear dimming curves, making it easier to match different lighting applications.
Self-Test Mode and Full Built-In Protection
If the DMX signal is lost, the decoder sports an integrated self-test function that automatically activates. This feature has five selectable modes, L-1 through L-5. This makes commissioning and fault-finding quick and easy. It is a valuable troubleshooting aid that helps reduce downtime during installation and maintenance.
As an added safeguard, multiple layers of automatic protection are built into the decoder to protect it and connected lighting systems from damage. There is overheat, overload, short-circuit, and reverse-polarity protection helping minimise the risk of damage if unexpected electrical conditions occur. An automatic recovery feature is also available to keep all settings secure.
All these protection systems are enclosed in a durable iron-shell housing with an integrated quick heat sink that efficiently dissipates heat during operation.
Compact Iron-Shell Build with a 5-Year Warranty
The slim iron-shell enclosure measures just 178mm x 50mm x 38mm, making this decoder easy to position inside lighting control cabinets, equipment enclosures, and other indoor installations where space may be limited. Its IP20 rating makes it suitable for dry indoor environments.
Despite its compact design, the decoder is engineered to perform across different operating conditions and is rated for ambient temperatures from -30°C to 55°C.
It also meets recognised industry standards, carrying CE, RoHS and FCC certifications while complying with the requirements of EN IEC 55015, EN IEC 61547, EN 61347-1/-2 and EN 62493 for safety and electromagnetic compatibility.
Backed by a 5-year warranty and complemented by 14,000+ five-star reviews across Google, Trustpilot and Reviews.io, this decoder gives you the confidence and peace of mind for its reliability and performance.
