NSI MC 1616, Operation Manual

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Installation\Setup
Power Supply
Requirements
The MC 1616 Lighting Console requires a source of 15 volts DC (at least 250 MA) to operate
satisfactorily. When used with NSI dimming equipment, power is provided through the
Micro-Plex microphone cord connection system when connected to the dimmers.
If the console is equipped with the optional DMX-512 output and used with DMX-512
controlled dimmers or if the microphone cable length exceeds 100 feet, the external power
supply jack can be used to apply power to the console. Use the power supply provided with
the DMX-512 option or call your dealer for assistance in obtaining a proper supply. Make
sure that the plug on any power supply not supplied through NSI is configured so that the
center connector is positive.
Dimmer
Equipment
Connection
Connecting the MC 1616 Lighting Console to NSI dimming equipment is very simple. You
need only connect a single 3 conductor audio cable (standard microphone cable equipped
with a 3-pin XLR type connector) to either of the jacks marked MICRO-PLEX on the rear
apron of the console. It doesn’t matter which jack is used, two jacks are provided for
convenience. Connect the other end of the cable to the NSI dimming equipment.
If the console is equipped with the DMX-512 option, connection to the dimming equipment
is provided through the 5 pin XLR type connector located on the rear apron of the console.
This connector adheres to the USITT standard on DMX-512 and will support up to 16 dimmer
channels with one 3 wire cable. Since remote power is not provided on this connector, the
power supply included with the DMX-512 option must be used.
Fig. 1 Dimmer Output Connectors
Installation\Setup MC 1616
Power Supply Requirements Software Revision 1.08 and above
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