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Automation Systems Connections

Ports RS-422-C and RS-422-D are designed to connect the Lightning 1000 to automation systems that can control it via Lightning’s RS-422 protocol. The configuration of port RS422-C is COM5, and port RS-422-D is configured as COM6. The following table provides pinout information for the connectors (mini 9-pin “D” Female). Note that these are different from the pinouts of ports RS-422-A and RS-422-B.

5

4

3

2

1

9

8

7

 

6

Pin

Signal

Pin

Signal

1

No connection

6

Power Ground

2

Receive –

7

Receive +

3

Transmit +

8

Transmit –

4

Power Ground

9

Chassis Ground

5

Chassis Ground

 

 

Power Connection

A stable power source must be provided to all devices in your system. As a precaution, spread the load evenly and don’t overload any one circuit breaker. Avoid power lines that are subject to noise and voltage spikes.

To connect Chassis power, connect AC power to the AC In connector on the Lightning rear chassis panel.

To connect ShotBox power:

1.Connect AC power to the AC Input connector on the Universal Power Supply.

2.Connect the Universal Power Supply’s miniature connector to the Power connector on the ShotBox.

Lightning 1000 Installation Guide

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Pinnacle Speakers Lightning 1000 manual Automation Systems Connections, Power Connection