Imperio Latino in Fondi

Located in the heart of Southern Pontino, in the metropolitan region of Lazio, Italy, Imperio Latino is a club that hosts live concerts and lively salsa, bachata, and Caribbean music parties. To address the challenges of this small venue, we proposed a smart solution that centralizes control of event lighting equipment, making complex configurations simple and convenient.

Tolmino Muccettilli, a photographer and technical specialist, used the SwitchGate DIN to control both conventional and LED lighting with a single device at Imperio Latino. The SwitchGate DIN is an intelligent switch and diagnostic module that switches 8 power circuits via DMX commands and provides diagnostic feedback from 16 AC inputs through RDM. The switch manages power and monitors the status of devices used in the Imperio Latino dance hall.

The SwitchGate DIN monitors the status of connected equipment, including the presence of a DMX signal and the absence of voltage in the lines, making it a comprehensive diagnostic tool. The device connects directly to a DMX source and is powered by an AC mains voltage of 100-250 V. Configuration is done using the RDM protocol (from a console) or with DIP switches. Its compact 12-module DIN-rail housing ensures easy installation both indoors and outdoors.

Key Advantages

• Voltage Fluctuation Resistance and Equipment Safety: The switch remains operational at voltages up to 305 V. Its galvanically isolated ports protect connected devices from electrical interference and voltage spikes, which ensures system integrity even in unstable power grids or under high network loads caused by intense heat, a common issue in central Italy and Southern Europe.
• Integrated Diagnostics and Control: Combining the power switching function with DMX line diagnostics via the RDM protocol reduces the amount of equipment needed, minimizes points of failure, and simplifies maintenance.
• Flexible Control: The ability to control 8 independent groups of lights allows for complex lighting scenarios, including incandescent and LED lamps, using standard consoles and controllers.

Conclusion

In a concert hall environment, where lighting is an integral part of the show, system reliability is critical. Imperio Latino in Fondi already had a basic lighting control system, and our goal was not to replace it, but to organically supplement it with a power module. The SwitchGate DIN was quickly integrated into the existing infrastructure. This allowed for an expansion of control functionality, increased reliability, and improved usability of the lighting setups, while retaining the potential for future scalability without the need for a complete equipment replacement.