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SDI

SDI

The Pharos Designer SDI (Serial Data Interface) is an accessory to the Pharos Designer EDN (Ethernet Data Node) providing a powerful solution for converting DMX data to a variety of serial protocols for controlling products such as addressable LED tape.

Technical Details

Triple the output potential

The SDI supports both synchronous (SPI) and asynchronous serial lighting data and allows patching up to 3 universes (1536 channels) per unit, meaning 60 universes worth of data can be output from an EDN 20.

The Designer SDI connects directly to the ports of the Designer EDN

Can be powered using the same power supply as your LED tape

DIN-rail and keyhole mounting available so it can be placed directly next to the fixtures

Supports a wide range of synchronous (SPI) and asynchronous serial protocols

Features

Protocols

The SDI will integrate with Pharos Designer controllers via the Designer EDN remote device to control SPI enabled fixtures and a variety of other protocols commonly used in addressable LED tape, as well as other products using direct connection to LED driver ICs (Integrated circuits). The SDI supports many synchronous and asynchronous protocols (one protocol per EDN), configured directly from Designer 2 software.

Unobtrusive

The SDI is designed to be compact, with a variety of mounting options. Status indicators for power and data are off by default so the unit remains dark in case it is in view next to the fixtures. Pressing the push button will display the current status.

Topology

In Asynchronous mode (data signal only), each SDI device can be connected via a twisted pair cable up to 200m away from the EDN. In Synchronous mode (data and clock signal), this range is 40m. As the RS485 connection from the EDN does not require grounding, a single Cat 5e cable could be used to distribute data for up to four SDIs. SDIs should ideally be located within 1m of their fixtures and, with a 5-28V DC input range, the SDI can be fed by the same power supply as the LED drivers.

Refresh Rate

As well as standard DMX refresh rates, the SDI will support up to 60Hz refresh when controlled by Pharos Designer VLCs.


Isolation

The incoming RS485 data signal is fully isolated and does not need a ground reference.


Scalable

Each EDN 20 can control 20 separate SDI devices (10 for EDN 10), with each SDI device able to control up to 1536 channels, or 512 RGB fixtures, allowing a greatly increased capacity for fixture control per port. Read more


Installer Friendly

Made for permanent installation, with installer-friendly 0.200” (5.08mm) plug-in rising clamp terminals, a compact enclosure and easy DIN-rail or wall mounting.


A Pharos controller with Pharos EDN + SDI combination will provide a one-stop single manufacturer-supplied solution for the control hardware, all the way to the fixture.

Power

DC input range of 5-28V, with the flexibility to use the same power supply as the fixtures.

Total Reliability

Designed in the UK for 24/7 operation and reliability, with a 5 year warranty

TECHNICAL INFORMATION & DOWNLOADS

SDI Datasheet

Click on the link below to download the datasheet.

Download

Download Software

Download the latest version of our Designer software.

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Comparison Chart

See and compare features and specs of all our products.

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Supported SDI Protocols

Our intention is to support the most commonly used protocols. We will consider adding further chipset drivers if demand is exceptional. Please contact our sales team if you have a significant project requiring a driver not listed. Supported SPIs include WS2812 and APA102.

APA102

APA104

LPD6803

SK6812

SK9822

UCS1903

UCS2903

UCS2904

WS2801

WS2811

WS2812

WS2813

Specifications

Certifications

CE compliant, UKCA compliant, ETL/cETL listed

Power

5v to 28V DC0.3W typical (0.6W maximum)

Required

Any Pharos Designer Controller with Pharos Designer EDN

Configuration

Pharos Designer 2.8 or later

Temperature

0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)

Humidity

10-50% relative, non-condensing

Ingress

IP40

Isolation

1kV

Physical

2 unit wide DIN-rail mounting enclosure (35/7.5 rail)

Weight

0.05kg (0.11 lb)

Shipping

25 x 23 x 5.5 cm (9.8″ x 9.1″ x 2.2″)
0.85 kg (1.87 lbs)

(pack of 10)

Warranty

5 years

Interfaces

Serial In

RS485 connector to EDN

Power

5-28V DC Power connector

Serial Out

3-pin AD and SD/SC connectors

Protocols

SDI Protocols

APA102

APA104

LPD6803

SK6812

SK9822

UCS1903

UCS2903

UCS2904

WS2801

WS2811

WS2812

WS2813

Order Code & Variants

SDI (10PK)

Designer Serial Data Interface 10 Pack
(EDN Accessory, RS485 in, DC Power in, SPI Out)

Pharos Designer controller and Pharos Designer EDN required

Downloads:

SDI Datasheet

SDI Specifications

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