RAKO WSR-DMX (01) PDF Document

Before commencing installation of the RAKO WSR-DMX modules, first read the instruction manual carefully. Rako Controls Ltd accepts no responsibility for any damage or injury caused by incorrect installation of a Rako product.

The RAKO WSR-DMX must be installed in a dry location. Do not install it in direct sunlight. Make sure that there is adequate ventilation.

The black RJ11 cable from the RAKO WSR-DMX must be connected to a Rako Wired system. This single connection provides both power and data to the unit. Suitable connection points can be found on Rako RAK-LINK and RAK-STAR units. Alternatively, the RAKO WSR-DMX can be plugged into a network connection point like a WPCon or WPConC. If the module needs to be mounted remotely, a Rako WP-Con connector module can be used to create a remote connection point.

Connect the DMX data to the DMX device using either the terminal connections or the RJ45 socket provided on the RAKO WSR-DMX.

There is no formal standard for the connection of the Data + and Data – lines for DMX. The RAKO WSR-DMX supports the most common connection type by having the header connectors in the NORMAL position. If this does not work, they can be placed in the INVERTED position, which reverses the Data + and Data – connections.

To configure the RAKO WSR-DMX, follow these steps:

Step 1. Remove the top screw and top cover to access the Set-Up button.

Step 2. Hold the setup button down for several seconds until the LED in the WSR-DMX starts to blink. The RasoftPro program will then indicate that the WSR-DMX is ready to be configured.

Step 3. The New Device Wizard will appear. You can enter a Device Name for the WSR-DMX.

Step 4. Select the room where the WSR-DMX will operate and assign it to a channel.

Step 5. Give the WSR-DMX a descriptive name (e.g., WSR-DMX: Lounge DMX).

Step 6. Click “Next” and then “Finish” to complete adding the WSR-DMX to the system.

Once added to the system, the RAKO WSR-DMX will appear in the RasoftPro Device List. The device has 16 “subdevices” which represent the channels that the WSR-DMX can control. Selecting the main WSR-DMX device itself allows for general setup of DMX settings. Selecting one of the 16 subdevices allows for the setup of specific channel settings.