Recent content by florentinian

My thoughts: (1) Disconnect all data cabling before trying to diagnose D4DMX configuration issues. (2) Make sure the "cleaners" didn't randomly reconfigure the unit to Microplex protocol. (3) Add dimmer packs one-at-a-time and verify correct operation before adding the next cable and dimmer...

Almost certainly the 16 amp triac on the channel with the blown lamp died just as the breaker opened -- that's a "feature" of the D4DMX [sarcasm intended]. They're rated for 110V / 220V operation, but I think the "design" is adequate only in a 220V environment [like China] where the channel...

A trivial pursuit question: Did you know Frank Herbert got the inspiration for his Dune saga from the sands dunes here in Florence? There's a large collection of his research material on permanent display in our public library (The Frank Herbert Room).

I've upgraded two of the three units to BTA24's from the original BTA16's and I'll do the third one shortly. Fried triacs on one pack was what got me involved in the first place; a 16A triac to chop up a 10A load at 110V is pretty optimistic, but about right if you're running a 5A load at 220V...

They have a "win-win" arrangement with a landscaping materials contractor next door. He regularly drives a front-end loader and dump truck across the street and into the back of the F/M lot to replenish his "sand" bin.

I'm new to theatrical lighting (after a career in software and software-controlled hardware. A small playhouse here has been having long-term grief with their lighting and I 'volunteered' to see if I could help (I was tired of paying to watch 'strobelight' theater). The gear is 6-7 years old--...