Martin Pro Exterior DC-Feeder - 110W IP66-Rated Multi-Protocol Low-Voltage Driver for Exterior Dot Pro Series in Black Finish

The Martin Professional Exterior DC-Feeder is a robust, multi-protocol low-voltage driver designed to seamlessly power the Exterior Dot-1/4/9 Pro series, making it an ideal choice for outdoor installations that require reliable and clean power delivery. Engineered with an IP66 rating, the Exterior DC-Feeder is fully weatherproof, ensuring it can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including rain, dust, and extreme temperatures. This driver provides a compact and efficient solution for powering Exterior Dot Pro strings, especially when the power supply is located at significant distances from the fixtures. Its rugged design is perfect for discrete installations, offering exceptional performance while maintaining ease of integration into larger outdoor systems.

The Exterior DC-Feeder supports a wide range of power supply options, including Martin P3 PowerPort 2000, P3 PowerPort 500 IP, DCE PSU 240 IP, and third-party 48 VDC power supplies, making it versatile and adaptable for different setups. The unit automatically detects control protocols such as Martin P3, Art-Net, and sACN, simplifying setup and ensuring compatibility with a variety of systems. It also includes fail-safe bypass functionality for Ethernet signals, ensuring that operation continues even if the network connection is lost. For user convenience, the Exterior DC-Feeder has a local status LED and a push button that allows users to quickly call up test patterns or reset the device, providing easy troubleshooting and maintenance.

With its efficient hybrid power + data input, the Exterior DC-Feeder allows for simple daisy-chaining of multiple units, minimizing cabling and streamlining installations. The hot-pluggable connectors ensure that fixtures can be connected and disconnected without hassle, while the device's thermal protection system prevents overheating, with automatic power reduction at elevated temperatures. The unit operates in a wide temperature range, from -30°C to +55°C, ensuring stable performance in diverse environments.

Constructed with an anodized aluminum housing, the Exterior DC-Feeder is coated with electrostatic powder for enhanced durability and resistance to harsh outdoor conditions. It features a high-impact, corrosion-resistant casing with a C5 High rating, ensuring longevity even in marine or industrial environments. The unit is also vibration-resistant, making it suitable for mobile or dynamic installations, such as live events, concerts, and outdoor architectural projects.

Features

• IP66-rated, fully weatherproof housing for reliable outdoor use
• Compatible with Martin P3 PowerPort 2000, P3 PowerPort 500 IP, DCE PSU 240 IP, and third-party 48 VDC power supplies
• Supports Martin P3, Art-Net, and sACN with automatic protocol detection
• Fail-safe Ethernet signal bypass for uninterrupted operation
• Local status LED and push button for quick testing and resetting
• Hybrid power + data input for simplified wiring and daisy-chaining
• Thermal protection with automatic power reduction at elevated temperatures
• Supports a wide operating temperature range from -30°C to +55°C
• Compact and durable aluminum housing with electrostatic powder coating
• Corrosion-resistant C5 High rating for marine-grade environments
• Vibration-resistant for dynamic and mobile installations
• 5-year warranty for reliable long-term performance

Specifications

Physical

• Length: 9.3 inches including flange bracket
• Width: 3.6 inches
• Height: 1.8 inches
• Weight: 3.1 lbs

Control and Programming

• Control Protocols: Martin P3, Art-Net or sACN
• Protocol detection: Automatic
• Setting and addressing: Martin P3 System controller or RDM (over Art-Net)--compliant controller
• Fixture Identification: User-settable ID number
• RDM compliance: ANSI/ESTA E1.20
• Art-Net Compliance: Art-Net 1, 2, 3 and 4; including RDM over Art-Net
• sACN Compliance: ANSI E1.31 - 2016
• Martin P3 Compliance: P3 System Controller Software 6.1.0 or newer
• Ethernet Transceiver: 10/100Mbit (with fail-safe bypass)
• Firmware update: Via Ethernet using Martin Companion / P3 System Controller

Control/User Interface

• Device status: Multicolor status LED
• Device test and reset: Push button to call up local test patterns and reset device

Construction

• Housing: Aluminum
• Color: Black
• Surface treatment: Anodized and electrostatic powder-coated
• Protection rating: IP66
• Effective Projected Area (EPA): 0.029 m2
• Impact resistance: IK08
• Corrosion resistance: C5 High (ISO 12944-6)
• Vibration resistance: 1.0g, Sinusoidal (IEC 60068-2-6), 0.7g RMS Random (IEC 60068-2-64), 3.0g (ANSI C136-31)

Installation

• Orientation: Any
• Surface mounting: Four M6 mounting slots
• Truss mounting: M12 mounting hole for standard rigging clamp

Connections

• Input: DCE connector cable tail for Power & data input, IP67
• Thru: DCE connector cable tail for Power & data thru, IP67
• Output: Cable tail with connector for Exterior Dot Pro string, IP67
• Protection: Hot-pluggable

Electrical

• Nominal input voltage: 48 VDC +/- 4%
• Output voltage : 15 VDC
• Power supply options: Martin P3 PowerPort 2000, P3 PowerPort 500 IP Install, P3 PowerPort 500 IP Rental, Martin DCE PSU 240 IP or generic 48 VDC PSU
• Surge protection: 4KV
• Power Consumption
  • Maximum: 110 W at full load
  • Idle: 4.6 W
  • Hibernation: 2.2W
  • * Measurements made at nominal voltage.

Thermal

• Cooling: Convection
• Maximum ambient temperature (Ta max.): 55° C (131° F)*
• Minimum ambient temperature (Ta min.): -30° C (-22° F)
• Total heat dissipation (calculated, +/- 10%): 34 BTU/hr at full load
• *Above this temperature, the AC-Feeder regulates output to protect from overheating

Environmental

• RoHS: Compliant
• REACH: Compliant
• WEEE: Compliant
• Proposition 65: Compliant
• FSC: Certified cardboard inlay and outer box

Approvals

• EU safety: EN 62368-1
• EU EMC: EN55032, EN55035, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3
• US safety: UL 62368-1
• US EMC: FCC 47 CRF § 15 Class A
• Canadian safety: CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1
• Canadian EMC: ICES-003 Class A
• Australia/NZ: RCM
• United Kingdom: UKCA

Related Items

• Martin P3 PowerPort 2000: P/N MAR-90721200
• Martin P3 PowerPort 500 IP Rental: P/N MAR-90721201
• Martin P3 PowerPort 500 IP Install: P/N MAR-90721202
• Martin DCE PSU 240 IP: P/N MAR-90721203
• DCE DataSplitterBooster IP: P/N MAR-90721204
• Martin P3-175 System Controller: P/N MAR-90721100
• Martin P3-275 System Controller: P/N MAR-90721101
• Martin P3-PC System Controller: Free download from martin.com
• Martin Companion Software: Free download from martin.com
• Exterior Dot-1 Pro, 115mm, 100pcs, 2m lead-in: P/N MAR-90580000
• Exterior Dot-4 Pro, 200mm, 64 pcs, 2m lead: P/N MAR-90580001
• Exterior Dot-9 Pro, 400mm, 36pcs 2m lead: P/N MAR-90580002

Accessories

• DC + Ethernet Cable, DCE to DCE 1 m (3.3 ft.): P/N MAR-91700100
• DC + Ethernet Cable, DCE to DCE 2.5 m (8.2 ft.): P/N MAR-91700101
• DC + Ethernet Cable, DCE to DCE 5 m (16.4 ft.): P/N MAR-91700102
• DC + Ethernet Cable, DCE to DCE 10 m (32.8 ft.): P/N MAR-91700103
• DC + Ethernet Cable, DCE to DCE 25 m (82.1 ft.): P/N MAR-91700104
• DC + Ethernet Cable 100m: P/N MAR-91700105
• DC + Ethernet Cable LSZH 100m: P/N MAR-91700106
• Field-installable Connector DCE Male: P/N MAR-91700107
• Field-installable Connector DCE Female: P/N MAR-91700108
• DC + Ethernet Adapter DCE Male-Male: P/N MAR-91700111
• DC + Ethernet Adapter DCE Female-Female: P/N MAR-91700112
• DC + Ethernet Adapter Ether+Wires to DCE: P/N MAR-91700113
• DC + Ethernet Adapter DCE to EtherCON: P/N MAR-91700114
• Closing Cap Male DCE Connector: P/N MAR-91700109
• Closing Cap Female DCE Connector: P/N MAR-91700110

Ordering Information

• Exterior DC-Feeder: P/N MAR-90580004