DiGidot C4 User manual

C4 MANUAL

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING DIGIDOT!
The DiGidot C4 is the most advanced and versatile LED pixel controller of its kind.
This multifunctional device enables you to create technically complex and creative pixel controlled
light applications.
We strive to offer you the latest technology in LED lighting control and we’re constantly innovating
and expanding our control platform.
We’re convinced that you have everything you need to create a truly mesmerizing and innovative
piece of light art.
Are you proud of your end result? Then please share it with us, we love to see what you can do with
our products!
Your DiGidot team

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING DIGIDOT! 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3
INTRODUCTION 6
PRODUCT INFORMATION 7
Box contents 7
C4 Live version 7
C4 Extended version 7
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 8
Product drawings 10
The DiGidot C4 explained 11
Art-Net, sACN or DMX controller required 11
Control software, DMX, sACN & Art-Net control platforms 11
Supported protocols (ICs) 11
Key features explained 12
BEFORE INSTALLATION 15
Safety instructions 15
Register your product 16
Mounting options 16
Wall mounting 17
DIN-rail mounting 18
INSTALLATION & WIRING 21
Data inputs/outputs 21
Ethernet connection 24
Connecting power 25
Use of trigger inputs (Extended license only) 28
CONFIGURATION 29
Accessing the DiGidot C4 29
Wired quick start 29
Configuring Wi-Fi for DiGidot app access 31
Wireless quick start 31
Device network settings for Art-Net and sACN 31
INTERFACE 33
Interface map 33
Getting started 34
Scenes (DiGidot C4 Extended only) 34
Create scenes (DiGidot C4 Extended only) 34
Record scene 34
Record settings 35
Generate Scene (DiGidot C4 Extended only) 36
Playlists (DiGidot C4 Extended only) 37
Triggers (DiGidot C4 Extended only) 38
Trigger inputs 39
Analog triggers 39
Art-Net, sACN or DMX triggers 40
Power up 40
Onboard button 40
Time/date 41
Digital trigger commands 42

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OSC 42
UDP 43
HTTP 43
Internal task 44
Sunrise / sunset 44
Counter 45
Trigger actions 45
Play scene 46
Play playlist 46
Action list 46
Pause 46
Resume 46
Stop 47
Next 47
Previous 47
Speed 47
Master brightness 47
Change color (hue filter) 47
Saturation filter 47
Record 47
Link to another trigger 48
Enable/disable other trigger input(s) 48
Reset counters 48
Send UDP message 48
Send OSC message 48
Restart 48
Custom 49
Creating linked triggers 49
Trigger watcher 49
Groups 50
Add a group 50
Group settings 50
Monitor 50
Settings overview 51
Inputs & outputs configuration 51
In/out configuration item page 53
Network settings 56
Ethernet configuration 56
Wi-Fi configuration 57
Device settings 60
Remote Device Manager 61
License 61
License upgrade 61
Having trouble upgrading your DiGidot C4 license? 62
Offline upgrade 62
Account 62
Interface settings 63
Update 63
Offline update 63
Backup and restore 63
Support overview 64
Manual 64
F.A.Q. 64
Support Ticket 64
TIPS & TROUBLESHOOTING 65
Standard troubleshooting checklist 65
Status LEDs 66

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Network status lights 66
No output signal from DiGidot C4 67
DiGidot C4 not receiving signal 67
Art-Net software doesn’t recognize the DiGidot C4 67
Wireless connection lost after configuring a trigger 67
C4 controllers are not starting up 68
Factory reset 68
Having trouble with your DiGidot C4 Setup? 69
Forgot the username or password for the DiGidot C4? 70
Can’t find your protocol/IC? 70
Need to cover greater cable distances between the outputs and first LED/IC? 70
Some LED’s/colors are not responding correctly 71
No microSD card 71
C4 Extended crashes 72
Unknown error 72
Interface issues 72
FAQ 72
ACCESSORIES 73
VARIOUS 75
Online resources 75
Remarks 75
Terminology 75
Compliances & EU declaration of Conformity 76
Warranty 76
Disposal and recycling 76
Feedback 77
Imprint 77
Trademarks 77
Copyright 77
Disclaimer 78
Manual version 78

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INTRODUCTION
The DiGidot C4 is a unique and powerful LED controller that allows you to control pixel controlled
LED products through Art-Net, sACN or DMX which are converted to various SPI protocols.
It has a huge controlling capacity up to 8092 individual channels (depending on the DiGidot C4
license).
A built-in web-based user interface allows the DiGidot C4 controller to be configured by computer
and even by smartphone or tablet through the DiGidot C4 app.
DiGidot C4 controllers can work together to create a huge device network to control any scale of
pixel project.

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PRODUCT INFORMATION
Box contents
C4 Live version
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DiGidot C4 Live
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Output terminal connector
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Quick start guide
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USB power cable
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RJ45 network cable
C4 Extended version
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DiGidot C4 Extended
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Output terminal connector
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Quick start guide
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DiGidot 8 GB microSD card
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USB power cable
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RJ45 network cable
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TRRS trigger cable
NOTE: We put great care in our products and have a high quality control standard. Nonetheless
we advise to double check for missing or damaged items.
In case of any missing or damaged items, please contact your supplier immediately. Never use
damaged products!

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical
Input Voltage:
5-24V DC
Max. power consumption:
5W
Insulation class:
III
Mechanical
Housing material:
Self extinguishing Acrylonitril-Butadieen-Styreen (ABS)
Dimensions:
153 x 74 x 28 mm | 6.02 x 2.91 x 1.10” (L x W x H)
Net device weight:
140gr | 4.93oz
C4 Live package weight:
265gr | 9.34oz
C4 Extended package weight:
280gr | 19.87oz
Mounting:
DIN-rail or surface mounted
Environmental
Operation Temperature (Tc):
0 to 50°C |32 to 122°F
Max. ambient Temp. (Tamax):
40°C |104°F
Storage temperature:
-20 to 50°C |-4 to 122°F
Max. operating relative humidity:
90% (indoor use only)
Protection
IP rating:
IP10
Power:
Reverse polarity
Digital input / output:
Overvoltage protection (max. 24Vdc)
Analog input:
Overvoltage protection (max. 12Vdc)
Control
Input Protocols:
Art-Net 1,2,3 & 4
sACN
DMX512 (2 inputs)
Output Protocols:
Art-Net 1, 2, 3 & 4 (out/through)
DMX512 (2 outputs)
DMX TTL (4 outputs)
RDM
60+ SPI protocols (check supported IC’s list online)
UDP (DiGidot C4 Extended only)
OSC (DiGidot C4 Extended only)
Output channels (of 4 I/O ports):
Up to 8192 Art-Net or sACN channels or 1.024 DMX channels
(license dependent). Physical port limit: 4096 channels.
Ethernet:
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Wi-Fi:
10/100 Base Ethernet with static IP Address or DHCP
Wi-Fi protocols:
802.11 b/g/n (HT20)
Frequency range:
2.4 GHz ~ 2.5 GHz (2400M ~ 2483.5M)
TX Power:
Max. +20 dBm
Antenna:
Onboard
Wi-Fi Mode:
Client + AP
Wi-Fi security:
WPA, WPA2
Encryption:
WEP/TKIP/AES
Trigger options:
max. 3 dry contacts
max. 3 analog inputs (0-10V, 1-10V, potentiometer 50 kΩLin)
Onboard button
Power up
Internal clock
Sunset/sunrise
Art-Net, sACN / DMX
HTTP-Get
UDP
JSON
OSC
Internal tasks (presence/absence of incoming signal or when
a scene is (not) playing)
DiGidot C4 web-based user interface
DiGidot C4 app
Programming & control:
DiGidot C4 web-based user interface
DiGidot C4 app
Any type of Art-Net or sACN Software/Device (visit our website:
www.digidot.eu for a complete list of supported software)
Connectivity
Terminal wiring:
Max. 2.5 mm2(14 AWG)
Connectors:
Power: 5-24 Vdc power jack
Network: 2 x RJ45 bus
IO port: 6-pin Input/Output terminal connector
Trigger input: 4-pin 3.5 mm TRRS mini jack
Quality
Warranty:
5 year carry in factory warranty
Compliances:
CE, listed under No. 2016/119-1
cETL US, listed under No. 5010008
RoHs

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Product drawings