The RE82D is an 8 channel rack mount dimmer with a maximum capacity of 2,400 watts per channel giving a total of 19,200 watts. It is suitable for church, stage, theater, disco, night club, live performances and other event and artistic applications. The RE82D is controlled by a lighting console. The unit uses the DMX-512 control protocol. Channels A - D and/or channels E - H may be switched to operate in"relay" mode. In relay mode channels are either full on or full off (non-dim) depending on console fader position. The unit is overcurrent and overtemperature protected. A fan is used to ensure proper cooling. Dimming channels may be reassigned in multiples of 4 channels via switches in the front panel.