{"product_id":"4-channel-dmx512-rdm-led-decoder","title":"4 Channel DMX512 \u0026 RDM LED Decoder","description":"\u003ch2 data-header=\"2\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"18pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-doc-id=\"5146582000001030020\" data-doc-type=\"writer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDMX512 and RDM Control with On-Unit Addressing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis DMX decoder supports both \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDMX512 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand (Remote Device Management) protocols. While standard DMX512 provides reliable one-way communication between the controller and connected devices, RDM adds two-way communication. DMX consoles can then read device information and remotely set the decoder's DMX start address.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis simplifies system configuration and ongoing maintenance, which is especially helpful for larger installations where manually accessing every decoder can be time-consuming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor added convenience, the decoder also features a built-in digital numeric display with control buttons. This way, you can configure the DMX start address directly on the unit whenever you need to. The output can be set to operate in 1-, 2-, or 4-channel mode. This makes it suitable for a variety of constant voltage LED lighting applications without requiring different decoders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-header=\"2\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"18pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 Channel Constant Voltage Output for RGB and RGBW LED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis decoder is designed specifically for constant voltage LED lighting. This pairs well with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4-channel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rgb-led-strip\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRGB and RGBW LED strip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e installations operating on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12V to 48V DC \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esystems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA constant voltage LED strip light must always be paired with a compatible constant voltage decoder. This is to ensure that the operation is kept safe and performance is consistent. That’s why choosing the correct output type is essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unit delivers up to 8A per channel on 12V or 24V DC systems, and up to 6A per channel on 36V or 48V DC systems. Depending on the input voltage, it provides a maximum total output power of 384W at 12V, 768W at 24V, 864W at 36V and up to 1152W at 48V.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis broad voltage compatibility allows greater flexibility when designing or upgrading lighting systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-header=\"2\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"18pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlicker-Free Dimming for Camera and Retail Spaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn retail displays, showrooms, and environments where photography or video recording takes place, smooth, flicker-free, and consistent dimming is essential. That’s why this decoder offers selectable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePWM (Pulse Width Modulation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e frequencies ranging from 250Hz up to an impressive 32,000Hz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher PWM frequencies help minimise visible flicker on camera, producing cleaner footage and creating a more professional appearance under artificial lighting. With this feature, you can choose the most suitable setting for your installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decoder also supports selectable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8-bit\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(256 levels) and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16-bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e(65,536 levels) grey scale modes. This means exceptionally smooth transitions even in lower brightness settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, the addition of selectable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elogarithmic and linear dimming curves \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eenables the lighting response to be tailored to different installation requirements and preferences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-header=\"2\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"18pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStand-Alone RGB and RGBW Programmes Without a DMX Signal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot every lighting installation requires a dedicated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dmx-controllers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDMX controller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e running at all times. For smaller projects or applications where simple lighting effects are sufficient, this decoder includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in RGB and RGBW programmes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, as well as a convenient 4-channel dimmer mode. These functions can be selected directly using the buttons on the unit. In other words, this decoder operates independently and does not require a DMX signal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor straightforward colour-changing displays, static lighting scenes or installations where the lighting behaviour rarely changes after setup, stand-alone operation like this is ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough this is not intended to replace the advanced functionality of a dedicated lighting controller, it at least provides a versatile alternative for applications where simple, reliable lighting control is sufficient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-header=\"2\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"18pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlexible DMX Wiring and Signal Inputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThanks to its wide range of DMX signal input options, installing the decoder into an existing lighting system is easier. The decoder supports connection through a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egreen screw terminal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXLR3 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emale and female connectors, and an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRJ45 port\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This gives you the flexibility to work with different cable types and wiring preferences. With this feature, you can easily integrate the system into both new and existing constant voltage LED installations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the setup calls for daisy-chaining, the decoder can also support that by allowing multiple units to be connected together as part of a larger DMX network. Just note that a suitable DMX \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esignal amplifier \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis needed for systems with more than 32 decoders or for installations with particularly long cable runs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 to 120-ohm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eterminal resistor is also recommended at the end of each DMX line to improve signal integrity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-header=\"2\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"18pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt to Last with Full Protection and a 5-Year Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decoder is built for dependable day-to-day operation. As an added peace of mind, it features automatic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoverheat and short-circuit protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These help safeguard both the unit and the connected lighting system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe compact aluminium housing measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e175mm x 80mm x 45mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing it to fit easily into tight, hidden indoor installation spaces (comes with an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIP20 rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"fgc\":\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\",\"size\":\"12.00\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decoder is also certified to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCE, RoHS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFCC \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estandards and complies with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEN IEC 55015\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEN IEC 61547\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, so you’re sure that it meets recognised safety and compatibility requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, every unit is backed by a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5-year warranty \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand distributed by a supplier with more than \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14,000 five-star reviews \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eon Google, Trustpilot and Reviews.io. 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