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Martin DMX 5.3 and RDM 5.5 Splitters user manual
Martin Splitters also reduce signal reflections that can be a problem in
larger installations or on longer cable lengths:
Voltage surge protection
All five
out
sockets on Martin Splitters are optically isolated. This protects
the Splitter, other branches of the data link and the controller from damage
caused by any excess voltage on a branch downstream of the Splitter.
without Splitter
with Splitter
Weak
reflection
with long
delay.
Signal OK
Strong
reflection
with long
delay. Bad
signal!
Weak
reflection
with short
delay.
Signal OK
Reflection
with short
delay.
Signal OK
Reflection
with short
delay.
Signal OK
Figure 4: Eliminating data signal reflections
without Splitter
with Splitter
Figure 5: Protecting against voltage surges
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