Pathway Connectivity, an Acuity Brands company, designs and manufactures advanced data distribution and networking products for entertainment and architectural lighting systems.
Pathway Connectivity Solutions is a leading manufacturer in the entertainment lighting industry, renowned for its robust data distribution and networking products. Now a part of Acuity Brands, Pathway specializes in essential infrastructure for live shows, theatres, and architectural installations. Their product portfolio includes the popular VIA Ethernet Switches, DMX/RDM splitters and repeaters, architectural gateways, and modular wall stations.
Pathway products are designed to bridge the gap between lighting consoles and fixtures, ensuring reliable signal transmission across complex networks. Whether for a touring concert or a permanent building installation, Pathway offers solutions that support protocols like sACN, Art-Net, and DMX512, providing control and flexibility for lighting professionals.
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For Category 5 wiring, the maximum cable length is 500 feet (152 meters). For Belden 9773 or equivalent wiring, the maximum length is 1000 feet (305 meters).
On Pathway wall station inserts, a Link LED flashing at 1Hz indicates that the wiring is connected correctly and the device is communicating.
The last wall station on the line must be terminated with two resistors (100-120 ohms) between pins 1 & 2 and pins 3 & 4.
Yes, specific models of Pathway VIA Ethernet Switches are equipped with integrated 100W Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) supplies to power compatible external devices.