EH16FAQ

Q: How many lights can you attach to an EH16?

A: each channel can support ~100mA. Each of the standard Ether-Lights uses ~20Ma. This means that you can safely put 4 or 5 standard Ether-Lights on each of the 16 channels for a total of 80 lights.

Q: What happens if I plug too many lights into the EH16?

A: each channel can support ~100mA.  If that current draw is exceeded the red "error" light for that channel will light. After the excessive load is removed the "error" light will turn off and the circuit has reset itself.

Q: How long can my RCA cable runs be?

A: As the cable length increases the light will begin to dim. The point at which it is too dim to be effective depends on your use of that particular light. We have run 1000ft extensions and still used the light but it is a bit dimmer than a short run.  For runs over a few hundred feet I would recommend locating the Ether-Hub closer to the area in which you need the light, this also serves to remove excessive connectors and cables for troubleshooting purposes. If control is an issue you may want to look at the EH16DMX.

Q: Can I use my Ether-Hub outside?

A: While the Ether-Lights are very happy being exposed to the elements, the Ether-hubs would best be kept dry.  If you need to put it outside find an enclosure or place that would keep the unit dry and safe. For those of you spreading lights all over the great outdoors, the EH16 and EH16DMX are shunted to provide a fighting chance of surviving a near miss lightning strike, and should that not work there is a fail safe chip inside the enclosure that can be replaced for a few dollars. We design everything to protect your lighting investment but make no claims that we can stand up to mother nature at it's ugliest.

 

 

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