CHROMATEQ CQSA-E 1024 - Introduction; Technical Specifications; Device Features

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USB and Ethernet Stand Alone interface 4 Datasheet / Technical manual
INTRODUCTION
The CQSA-E is a versatile multifunction lighting control interface.
• Suitable for live applications and fixed installations
• Hardware compatibility with Player, Pro and Studio DMX software
• Remote device configuration and lighting control when connected to an access point or Wifi router
• Playback over Ethernet without a computer when operating in Stand Alone mode
• SD card slot provides option to expand memory capacity
• DMX Splitter mode boosts reliability of DMX networks
• Wide choice of triggering methods
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Input
USB 2.0 via Mini USB
Number of DMX Outputs
Up to 1024 on 3 pin XLR (XLR5 optional)
DMX Modes
2x512 ,1024 or 512 in/out (PC + Stand Alone)
Internal Memory
Yes, 4Mb (no SD card required)
External Memory
SD card slot (accepts FAT format, Class 6, 8 and 10, up to 256 GB)
Memory Capacity
20000 steps with 16 ch., 6000 steps with 512 ch., 3000 steps with1024 ch.
CPU
32-bit processor
Dimensions
H: 38mm(1.49in) / W: 166mm(6.54in) / D: 97mm (3.82in)
Net Weight (interface)
0.2 Kgs (0.44 lbs.)
Gross weight (package)
0.41 Kgs (0.9 lbs.)
Power Input
5V to 24V DC, 0.5A max on DC connectors, 5V, 0.5A via USB
High Voltage Protection
Yes
Housing
Black with 4 mounting slots, ABS Plastic
IP rating
IP40
Power / Consumption
0.3 ~ 0.5 W
Operating environment
Indoor
Storage
Keep dry
Operating Temperature
- 25 to +70 C°
Certifications
CE, RoHS
International Warranty
Yes, 5 years
System Compatibility
Windows (7 and +), MAC OS X (10.6 and higher) and Linux (64 Bits, Debian,
Redhat, Archlinux, Raspberry Pi)
DEVICE FEATURES
DMX Input
PC and Stand-Alone mode, DMX record, DMX trigger
Stand Alone Mode
2x512 (splitter), 1024, 512 in/out, fine DMX channels (16 bits)
Multiple Zone
5 Zones, play up to 5 scenes concurrently
Stand Alone DMX Merging
Yes, merge DMX lines and interfaces to play different Zones together
Real Time Clock - RTC
Time and calendar triggers (minutes, hours, week, days, month)
Trigger buttons
8 buttons with blue LED status display
Menu Buttons
4 buttons (Mode, Confirm, plus, less)
Mode Menu
Scene and Page selection, Speed, Master Dimmer, Custom colours
RJ45 I/O
3x RJ45 connectors for all In/Out pins and connections
Dry Contact Triggers
7 contacts port on 3,3V or 5V
Infra-red Receiver
External IR PCB and IR remote control available (optional)
Infra-red Options
10 scene selection, scene speed, master dimmer and next scene
Light intensity Triggers
External PCB with light sensor available (optional)
Master/Slave
Link up to 32 units by wired RJ45 connection or up to 128 units by Ethernet
Compatibility
8- and 16-bit DMX fixtures