The MDR range of splitters are DMX512A (BSR E1-11) compatible data splitters available in a 19” rack mount model or in a compact portable model. These splitters are the world's first field upgradeable splitters to offer RDM functionality and wireless as options.
The MDR range can be purchased with or without RDM functionality installed. If purchased without RDM it can be installed at any time in the future, using just a screwdriver.
The same applies to wireless DMX. Purchase the MDR now with the wireless option factory fitted, or save money now, safe in the knowledge that it can be easily retro-fitted in the future.
The two current popular manufacturers of Wireless DMX, namely Wireless Solutions' W-DMX and City Theatrical's SHoW DMX, are available as options.
Fitting wireless means that the MDR can operate getting its DMX without a cable connection. An added benefit of wireless is that it can also be used as a backup feature when you need redundancy. Connect your DMX cable to the MDR and also send your DMX signal via wireless. Should the DMX cable break or become faulty, the wireless will take over seamlessly. Ideal for those splitters buried in the truss (somewhere). Alternatively connect the backup console to the wireless transmitter and the MDR will automatically switch to the backup console if the main console stops transmitting DMX.
All MDR units offer an inbuilt DMX termination switch and a choice of 5-pin or 3-pin XLR style input and output connectors. A pass through connector allows multiple units to be connected together to create a greater number of isolated outputs. A dedicated 10-way rack mount permanent installation model is also available with Ethercon RJ45 input and output connectors.
The portable model offers truss mounting capabilities either via velcro straps or the separately available hook-clamp adaptor. Ideal for those situations where cable simplification is necessary, the truss mount unit is designed to be mounted into a truss.
The fully isolated DMX outputs ensure that no matter which vintage DMX products you have, you will not have any earth loop problems.
MDR Features
- World’s first RDM field upgradeable DMX splitter
- Buy it now without RDM installed (Don’t pay for something you don’t need). If you never need RDM then you haven’t wasted your money.
- The most ‘future-proof’ DMX-512A splitter available.
Buy it now as a DMX-512A splitter with fully isolated outputs.
Add RDM now or next week, next year or whenever you need it.
Add W-DMX or SHoW DMX (City Theatrical) now or later.
- Automatic Cable/Wireless DMX switching allows Wireless DMX to be used as a redundant back-up signal in case of a DMX cable failure
- Internal 85-265v AC 45-65Hz universal power supply with UL approval
- Optional Hook Clamp adapter
- Safety Wire attachment point on Truss Mount version.
- Fully opto/earth-isolated input & individually opto/earth isolated outputs
- Lightweight, high strength moulded plastic case for the truss version.
- Sturdy folded metal case for the rack-mount versions.
- Made in Australia
- RDM data direction indicator LEDs
- RDM disable switch
- Single RS422/EIA485 input suitable for DMX512A compatible protocols.
- Integrated input termination switch with termination active LED.
- DMX thru connector allowing more MDR splitters to be cascaded.
- Five / Ten EIA485 data outputs suitable for DMX512A compatible protocols.
- Output XLR connector options of 5 pin, 3pin or mixed.
- Output circuits are EMI filtered and current limited to protect against short circuits.
- LED indicators for DMX, Wireless DMX, Power, DMX Termination and DMX/RDM data activity.
- CE and Ctick approved.
- Full 2 year factory warranty
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MDRT
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MDRR
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MDRX
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MDRJ
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Number of outputs
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5 |
5 |
10 |
10 |
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Input and thru connectors
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5 Pin XLR standard - 3-pin XLR options available |
RJ45 Ethercon |
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Output connectors
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5 Pin XLR standard - 3-pin XLR options available |
RJ45 Ethercon |
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RDM Option
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Wireless DMX options
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W-DMX |
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Inbuilt DMX termination switch
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Terminator active LED
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DMX512 data LED
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All inputs and all outputs isolated
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Galvanic Isolation barrier
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1500 Volts |
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Short circuit protected
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DMX512A compatible
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Universal Input power supply
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85-264 VAC |
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Auto input frequency selection
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47-63Hz |
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Power supply on LED
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Conformity
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CE, Ctick |
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PowerCon Input Power Connector option
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Chassis style
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Truss or stand alone |
1RU 19" Rack |
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Construction Style
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High strength ABS plastic material |
1RU Folded metal chassis. |
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Physical Dimensions
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320 x 123 x 53 |
480 x 114 x 44 |
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12.6" x 4.9" x 2.1" |
19" x 4.5" x 1.75" |
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Actual Weight
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650gm |
1.5kg |
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1.45lb |
3.3lb |
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Shipping Dimensions
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515 x 190 x 65mm |
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20.2" x 7.5" x 2.6" |
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Shipping Weight Australia
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1.6kg |
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Shipping Weight International
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1.2kg |
2.0kg |
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2.65lb |
4.4lb |
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MDRR
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MDRX
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MDRJ
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Product Brochure
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Product Key Benefits
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Operators Manual
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Specifiers Info
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Line Drawings
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MDR Splitter Product Codes
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Base models
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MDRT
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MDR DMX 5-way Splitter, Truss Mount with 5-pin I/O AXR connectors with Velcro straps, inbuilt power supply and IEC power cord |
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MDRR
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MDR DMX 5-way Splitter, 19” Rack Mount with 5-pin I/O AXR connectors with inbuilt power supply and IEC power cord |
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MDRX
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MDR DMX 10-way Splitter, 19” Rack Mount with 5-pin I/O AXR connectors with inbuilt power supply and IEC power cord |
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MDRJ
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MDR DMX 10-way Splitter, 19” Rack Mount with Ethercon RJ45 connectors with inbuilt power supply and IEC power cord |
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factory fitted options
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Ordering Code Structure ->
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MDRT/abcde |
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a
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RDM Factory fitted card that provides the hardware and software for RDM signals to travel bi-directionally through the splitter. |
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b
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Wireless Factory fitted card and aerial that provide a wireless DMX512 receiver function to the splitter. Choice of two systems –
W-DMX from Wireless Solutions or SHoW DMX from City Theatrical.
Note that for wireless RDM to function, option a must also be fitted. (Not available on the MDRX or MDRJ models). |
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c
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Powercon Factory fitted Neutrik Powercon connector in lieu of standard IEC input power connector. |
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d
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3-pin AXR output connectors Factory fitted non-standard 3-pin AXR output connectors. Selectable between 1 and all 5 outputs on the 5-way splitters (MDRT and MDRR) and 1 and all 10 outputs on the MDRX splitter. (Not available on the MDRJ model). |
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e
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3-pin AXR input connectors Factory fitted non-standard 3-pin AXR input and through connectors. (Not available on the MDRJ model). |
Options a-e follow the base model code separated by a decimal point and consist of 4 numeric digits. A non-zero digit means that the option is installed. The value of the digit determines which option it is (where more than one type of option exists). The values are listed in the table below. When no options are fitted, then only the base model code is required.
Option e follows the previous 4 digits separated by a decimal point
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Option
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Function
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Code
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Description
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a
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RDM |
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RDM option not fitted
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R
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RDM option fitted
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b
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Wireless |
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Wireless option not fitted
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W
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W-DMX Wireless option fitted
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S
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SHoW DMX Wireless option fitted
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c
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Input Power Connector |
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Standard IEC power connector fitted
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P
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Neutrik Powercon option fitted
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d
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3-pin AXR Output connectors |
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Standard 5-pin output connectors fitted
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1
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One 3-pin AXR output connector fitted
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2
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Two 3-pin AXR output connectors fitted
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3
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Three 3-pin AXR output connectors fitted
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4
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Four 3-pin AXR output connectors fitted
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5
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Five 3-pin AXR output connectors fitted
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6
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Six 3-pin AXR o/p connectors fitted (MDRX only)
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7
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Seven 3-pin AXR o/p connectors fitted (MDRX only)
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8
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Eight 3-pin AXR o/p connectors fitted (MDRX only)
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9
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Nine 3-pin AXR o/p connectors fitted (MDRX only)
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10
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Ten 3-pin AXR o/p connectors fitted (MDRX only)
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e
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3-pin AXR Input and Thru connectors |
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Standard 5-pin input and thru connectors fitted
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N
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3-pin AXR input and thru connectors fitted
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Examples:
| MDRT/RW2 |
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MDR 5-way Truss Mount Splitter with RDM fitted, W-DMX receiver fitted and 3 x 5-pin and 2 x 3-pin XLR output connectors fitted. |
| MDRR/P5N |
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MDR 5-way 19” Rack Mount Splitter with Powercon Power Input connector fitted, 5 x 3-pin XLR output connectors and 3-pin XLR input and thru connectors fitted. |
| MDRX/R10 |
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MDR 10-way 19” Rack Mount Splitter with RDM fitted and 10 x 3-pin XLR output connectors fitted. |
Option upgrade kits
| MDR/RDM |
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MDR Splitter RDM upgrade kit – available for all models. |
| MDR/WDX |
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MDR Splitter W-DMX Wireless upgrade kit – NOT available for MDRX or MDRJ models. |
| MDR/SHW |
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MDR Splitter SHoW DMX Wireless upgrade kit – NOT available for MDRX or MDRJ models. |
| MDR/BKT |
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MDR Truss Mount Splitter Hook Clamp adaptor bracket kit – only available for the MDRT model. |
MDR Splitters
Here is a collection of some of the different MDR Splitter models available.
Simply click on any image for an enlarged view.
| MDRX 10-way 1RU rack-mount splitter with RDM module fitted. |
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MDRJ 10-way 1RU rack-mount splitter with RJ45 connector |
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| MDRR 5-way 1RU rack-mount splitter with RDM and W-DMX wireless fitted. |
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MDRR 5-way 1RU rack-mount splitter. |
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MDRT 5-way truss-mount / portable splitter with RDM and SHoW DMX wireless fitted.
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MDRR 5-way 1RU rack-mount splitter with RDM and W-DMX wireless fitted. Front view |
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| MDRT 5-way truss-mount / portable splitter rear view with wireless DMX fitted and antenna stowed. |
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MDRT 5-way truss-mount / portable splitter with RDM and SHoW DMX wireless fitted. |
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MDRT 5-way truss-mount / portable splitter with RDM and SHoW DMX wireless fitted. Unit shows hook clamp bracket fitted. (Note: safety chain not shown for clarity reasons)
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MDRT 5-way truss-mount / portable splitter with RDM and SHoW DMX wireless fitted. Unit shows Velcro strap fastening to truss or pipe. (Note: safety chain not shown for clarity reasons) |
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