MTX-HTL

8 Channel, 0-10V Theatrical to Architectural Converter

The MTX-HTL converts between two 0-10V lighting control standards that are not as compatible as their identical names imply. While both standards use the same voltage range to convey the same brightness information, the flow of current between inputs and outputs is reversed. In the theatrical standard (ESTA E1.3, Entertainment Technology - Lighting Control system - 0 to 10V Analog Control Protocol), controllers source current to the devices. This can allow simply wiring multiple outputs together resulting in a highest-takes-precedence function. However, the IEC Standard 60929 Annex E typically used in architectural lighting is common in most LED drivers and fixtures. This standard has the controls sink current from the devices to control brightness which would result in a lowest-takes-precedence situation if multiple controllers were wired together.

Since theatrical controls have very limited or no current sinking capability, they will not be able to adequacy pull down the 0-10V signal especially in cases where multiple lights are controlled in parallel. Our “Highest-takes-precedence To Lowest-takes-precedence” (HTL) converter with powerful output drivers can be used to drive many architectural devices in parallel from multiple theatrical standards based controllers.

Features

• 8 Inputs compatible with ESTA E1.3

• 8 Outputs compatible with IEC Standard 60929 Annex E

• Terminal strip inputs and outputs for 12AWG to 24AWG wires

• Power from 12VDC screw terminals or 2.1mm center positive jack

• LED Power Indicator

• Dim. 3” x 3” x 0.75”

• Mounting flanges

• One year warranty

Note that this MTX-HTL feature set can be integrated with any new House Light Controler or the MTX-DE8-WM+. Follow the links for details.