Overview

Facilitates passive Powerline 3-pin XLR cabling to HelixNet user stations.

Powerline

Powerline is a connectivity method allowing Ethernet to be modulated on a 3-pin shielded XLR cable providing multiple devices on the line with power and network communication. Powerline may be split, daisy chained and otherwise distributed passively over traditional XLR infrastructure to provide various installation options.

Powerline Device

The HelixNet powerline device bridges Ethernet to Powerline and provides an injection of power for the devices on the Powerline. Using the powerline device HelixNet user stations, operating on compatible firmware versions, can connect to their paired HelixNet system host, such as the Arcadia Central Station or HelixNet HMS-4X1 main station, via the system host’s network interface.

HelixNet powerline device supports up to (7) HelixNet beltpacks or its power equivalent HelixNet remote and speaker stations. HelixNet beltpacks can be daisy chained using the optional SP-2 intercom splitter cable, or equivalent passive splitters.

HelixNet powerline device can be located anywhere on the network it is optimal to connect the powerline within the cabling infrastructure. Multiple powerline devices can be on the network, providing the appropriate user station capacity and quality of service required for the installation.

Installation Options

The HelixNet powerline device is designed to allow for various installation options in different environments. Compact portable form-factor allows for the device to be placed or mounted wherever needed. Supplied rubber feet can be installed on the bottom of the device to allow for “throwdown” style usage. Optional SM-100 surface mount allows the powerline device to be permanently installed with screws, straps or using 3rd party DIN rail clips. Optional RK-100 19” rack mount allows up to (4) HXII-DPL powerline devices to be mounted in 1 rack space. Heavy duty industrial Velcro is provided for optional installation of the external inline power supply.

Features

HelixNet Powerline Device

• Networked Powerline Bridge, for: HelixNet on Arcadia or HMS-4X1
• Powerline to HelixNet User Stations, to: Beltpack, Speaker & Remote Stations
• Device Status Indicators
• Central Diagnostics in Arcadia CCM
• Compact for Optimal Installation
• Multiple Installation Options

Portable

• Surface Mount - Optional
• Rack Mount - Optional

Powerline

• Digital over 3-pin XLR cable
• Passive Cabling Infrastructure; Supporting Y Splits & Daisy Chain
• Long Cable Distances
• Robust connectivity

Connectivity

• Ethernet
• Powerline
• DC Power Input

Capacity

• (24) Powerline Devices per system
• (1) Powerline per device
• (7) HelixNet Beltpacks or power equivalent Remote & Speaker Stations

Specifications:

Compatibility

• Arcadia Central Station v2.11+
• HelixNet HMS-4X1 v4.5+2
• HelixNet User Stations:
  • -Beltpack (HXII-BP, HBP-2X)
  • -Speaker Station (HKII-KB, HKB-2X)3
  • -Remote Station (HXII-RM, HRM-4X)3

Note: HelixNet User Stations must be upgraded to a compatible firmware version prior to regular use with the HXII-DPL Powerline Device. Upgrade options include: User station Network connection or HMS-4X¹ Powerline connection.

Upgrade options include: User station Network connection or HMS-4X¹ Powerline connection.

Capacity

• (24) HXII-DPL Powerline Devices on a HelixNet System Host such as Arcadia or HMS-4X1

Connectors

• Digital Intercom / XLR Powerline: 3-pin XLR-M
• LAN Ethernet: EtherCON RJ45
• DC Power: 3-pin KPJX-PM-3-S

Controls and Indicators

• Front Panel:
  • LAN / Network Activity Link & Activity LED - Amber
  • Digital Intercom / XLR Powerline Link & Activity LED - Amber
  • Overload LED - Red
  • Power - Green
• Rear Panel:
  • LAN / Network Activity Link & Activity LED - Amber
  • Digital Intercom / XLR Powerline Link & Activity LED - Amber
  • Digital Intercom / XLR Powerline Overload LED - Red

Network

• Data rate: 100Mb

Powerline

• One independent network XLR Powerline
• Frequency Modulated Ethernet - OFDM
• Output Voltage: ±28.5V DC
• Output Current (Max): 0.9A per Powerline
• Protected for cable shorts or overload
• Frequency: 1.8 - 67.5MHz
• Requires shielding integrity between different Powerlines
• Support up to 7 beltpacks each
• Support up to 2-7 remote & speaker stations each
• Locally powered remote & speaker stations count as beltpack

Use HelixNet Cable Calculator to validate load and cable distance.

Power

• Voltage: 48V DC
• Current (Max): 1.8A
• Power (Max): 87W
• BTU (Max): 297 BTU/hr
• Dependent on powerline connected devices
• Input Power Connector: KPJX-PM-3-S
• This unit is powered via:
  • AC Adapter - Inline:
  • Type: PSU-EXT-005 (supplied)
  • Input Voltage Range: 100 - 240V AC
  • Input Frequency Range: 50 - 60Hz
  • Input Power Connector: IEC-C14
  • Output Voltage: 48V DC
  • Output Current (Max): 1.88A
  • Output Power (Max): 90W
  • Output Power Connector: KPPX-3P
  • Cable Length: 59in (1.5m)

Dimensions

• 3 x 2.1 x 5.23in (HxWxD)
• (33 x 53 x 133mm)
• Weight: 0.55lbs (0.25kg)

Mounting

• VESA Sockets Center-to-Center: 2.95in (75mm)
• VESA Thread Type: M4x10

Note: Velcro is included for optional mounting of PSU. Apply Velcro to plastic (non-label) surface and cure for 24 hours before use

Environmental

• Operating: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
• Storage: -22° to 158°F (-30° to 70°C)
• Humidity: 20-90% Non-Condensing
• Acoustical: 42dB SPL A-Weighted @ 1ft (32dB SPL A-Weighted @ 1 mtr)

Dimensions

• Device:
  • 555 x 4.213 x 7.78in (HxWxD)
  • (39.5 x 107 x 197.58mm) – Includes handles
• Shipping:
  • 5 x 8.5 x 12.25in (HxWxD)
  • (140 x 216 x 311mm)

Weight

• Device: 1.3lbs (0.59kg) – Excludes power supply & regional power cable
• Maximum Level: 5lbs (2.25kg) – Excludes regional power cable