Overview

Electronic Control Plug-in Boxes (ECPBs) provide connection points for control equipment to operate lighting and other equipment from multiple locations throughout a venue. Available standard connector types support industry-standard DMX512 and Ethernet, portable houselight control, remote control devices, and 120 V outlets.

Applications

• An integral part of any complete lighting system installation:
  • Theatres and auditoriums
  • Television studios
  • Houses of worship
  • Museums
  • Casinos
  • Hospitality

Features

• Surface or flush mount
• Most models fit in standard RACO back boxes
• Data connector options include:
  • DMX512 Input
  • DMX512 Output
  • Remote Focus Unit (RFU)
  • Ethernet Network
  • Portable Unison Heritage station
  • Serial or computer interface
• Duplex Edison AC power outlet
• Custom configurations available (RFU, Serial)
• DMX inputs and outputs support termination of Belden 9729 (or equivalent) or Category5 cable

Specifications

PHYSICAL

• Faceplates made from 0.80 in aluminum
• Finished in fine texture, scratch-resistant black powder coat
• White legends standard
  • Engraving or custom legends available
• Mounts in standard RACO flush-mount back box (supplied by others)
  • Surface-mount back boxes available from ETC
• Optional U-Bolt Pipe-mount kit for use with surface-mount back boxes

ELECTRICAL

• Low voltage class 2 wiring for data connections
• Voltage barriers provided when Class 1 and Class 2 wiring terminations are included in the same faceplate
• Terminal blocks supplied for contractor terminations

CONNECTOR OPTIONS

• Following standard connectors available for Plug-in Stations:
  • 5-Pin XLR plug connectors for DMX input
  • 5-Pin XLR socket connectors for DMX output
  • RJ45 connectors for Network connections - Twisted Pair
  • 6-Pin DIN socket connectors for Unison portable stations