Wireless Solution Launches W-DMX BlackBox MK2

Wireless Solution Sweden AB announces the latest addition to the G4 line, the W-DMX BlackBox MK2, launched during PLASA and shipping Q4 2011.

The BlackBox MK2 contains all of the features of the G4 line including the ability to repair corrupted data creating maximum security by running on dual band (2.4GHz and 5.8GHz) as well as creating a backup duplicate of the signal.

New features in the MK2 include:

• Built-in Quick Lock
• DIN RAIL-prepared, rack- and truss-mountable
• Both five-pin and three-pin DMX connectors for both in and out
• Built-in RDM controller supporting RDM by cable and wireless together
• Updated with Neutrik Ethercon
• Updated to Neutrik Powercon
• All F-2 models with embedded Ethernet PCB with support of s/ACN and Art-Net II/III

Like all products on the G4 product line, the MK2 includes adaptive frequency hopping technology, which scans the spectrum automatically to avoid interference from Wi-Fi, intercom, and other radio products. Other features include W-DMX invisi-wire and data-safe technologies and support for RDM, so W-DMX units and lighting fixtures connected through W-DMX can be configured remotely with no fuss or cables. The W-DMX G4 range of products also has what the company says is the highest output power available today, with up to 600mW on 2.45GHz and 800mW on 5.8GHz.

While RDM may not be available in all countries without a license (which applies to all manufacturers) Wireless Solution has a signed agreement to offer wireless RDM for sales in the United States. W-DMX G4 is covered by U.S. Patent #7,432,803, which covers Wireless Solution and its distributors as well as W-DMX OEM Clients. Using wireless RDM products without this license can run a monetary risk.

Wireless Solution CEO Niclas Arvidsson says, "We have listened to our customers -- which features they request and which are most important and we have incorporated these suggestions into this new version of the BlackBox Series. The MK2 is a direct result of responding to this feedback. Wireless Solution is a lighting company with a solid knowledge of radio technology, not a radio company trying to understand the needs of lighting technicians. I think it's important to truly know the passion of lighting to deliver quality products."