DMX4ALL Art-Net DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 User manual

ArtNet DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1
User manual
Art-Net™ Designed by and Copyright Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd.

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Description
With a standard RJ45-Net work connection cable occurs the connection to ArtNet-
Network.
Adjustable DMX-Frame rate
Within the DMX-OUTPUT-Mode the DMX-Framerate is adjustable, so this Interface is
compatible with “slower“ DMX-Devices.
ArtNet Merge-Function
Two ArtNet-Sources are outputted together at the DMX-Output via LTP (Latest) or
HTP (Highest).
Disengageable LED-Displays
The LED-Displays at the ArtNet-DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 are disengageable time
controlled or via ArtNet-Command (AcLedMute).
This is very helpful to avoid disturbing “light points” on stage.
Easy Configuration
An user friendly configuration via a web browser allows a fast and uncomplicated
setting of all parameters. No special software is necessary; a standard web browser
is enough. So, the configuration is possible every time from PC, Smartphone or
tablet. For an easy setting of the IP we provide the IP-Configurator as PC-Tool or
Android-App for free.
The network settings can be leaved unchanged and the IP can be configured without
any problems.
Compact design
The ArtNet-DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 comes in a high quality aluminium housing with
Neutrik® connectors which is ideal for stage and live usage.
Combinable with WiFi-Components
In combination with a WLAN-Bridge the ArtNet-DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 can be
integrated in WLAN networks.
We recommend as WLAN-Bridge: TP-Link MiniRouter TL-WR702N or TP-Link Nano
Router TL-WR802N
Firmware-Update-Function
To use future functions the ArtNet-DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 offers a Firmware-Update-
Function. This can be started with any web browser, so no direct access to the
device is necessary!

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Data sheet
Power supply: 7-24V DC via delivered plug power supply
Connection: RJ45 Ethernet
DMX-Input: 512 DMX-Channels
Neutrik
®
XLR3
DMX-Output: 4x 512 Channels or 4x 1024 Channels within
Extension Mode
Neutrik
®
XLR3
All in- and outputs are galvanically isolated
Dimension: 170 x 170 x 58mm
Protocol: ArtNet 3
TM
(downwards compatible)
Delivery
1x ArtNet-DMX UNIVERSE 4.1
1x Plug power supply
1x RJ45 1m network cable 1:1
1x Quick guide (german and english)

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Connection
DMX-OUT 1
DMX-OUT 2
DMX-OUT 3
DMX-OUT 4
POWER 8-24V=
ETHERNET
RESET
LAN-LED
POWER-LED
DMX-INPUT
DMX-INPUT-LED

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LED-Display
STATUS-LED
The STATUS-LED shines, as soon as the device is working.
ETHERNET-LED
The ETHERNET-LED signals an existing connection via RJ45-Connection.
DMX-IN-LED
The DMX-IN-LED signals a DMX-Signal at the DMX-Entry.
Configuration
The ArtNet DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 configuration can occur via a web interface which
can be called via any web browser.
Set the IP with IP-Configurator
The IP-Configurator allows setting the IP-Address and net mask setting also, if the
net work setting of the PC is not in the range of the IP range of the ArtNet-DMX
UNIVERSE 4.1.
-Install the program IP-Configurator
-Connect the ArtNet-DMX UNIVERSE 4.1 to the net work and turn it on
-Start the program IP-Configurator
-The ArtNet-DMX UNIVERSE 4.1 is shown in the list
-Select the entry (click)
-Enter the new IP and net mask
-Click SET

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Set the IP with web browser
The assigned IP-Address within the delivery status is 2.0.0.10 which will be used for
the web-interface.
Please set the net work card of your computer to this IP range to call the IP-Address
2.0.0.10 via the web browser.
The network settings of the computer must
be set to the IP-Address 2.0.0.1 and the
subnet mask must be 255.0.0.0.
Please take further details from the ArtNet-
Specifications.

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Device Configuration
Call the IP of the ArtNet-DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 in the web browser and within the
address bar (delivery status: 2.0.0.10) to get the following configuration page:
Each node needs an own
IP
-
Address
so the assignment can occur clearly
within the network. Use in accordance to the ArtNet-Specifications the IP-
Address 2.x.x.x or 10.x.x.x
The Netmask is according to the ArtNet-Specifications 255.0.0.0 .
TIP:
Any other IP-Address can also be used e.g. 192.168.1.10 .
In this case the netmask has to be fitted to 255.255.255.0 !
The Factory Settings are rebuilt by entering the number 7319.
SAVE stores the configuration respectively rebuilt the Factory Settings.

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DMX-Outputs
The DMX-Outputs are galvanically isolated and are controlled via the ArtNet-
Protocol. Each DMX-Output is assigned with an own Port from Node 2:
By clicking DMX-Output you get the following configuration site:
Each node needs an own
IP
-
Address
so the assignment can occur clearly
within the network. Use in accordance to the ArtNet-Specifications the IP-
Address 2.x.x.x or 10.x.x.x
TIP:
Any other IP-Address can also be used e.g. 192.168.1.10 .
In this case the netmask has to be fitted to 255.255.255.0 !
For a better distinction you can give every ArtNet-Node any name.
The Short-name is limited to 18 marks and the Long-name is limited to 64 marks.
Node 2: Port 4 Port 3 Port 2 Port1

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The ArtNet-Parameter SubNet, Net and Port must be set according to the ArtNet-
Specifications and specify the aim of the DMX-Data.
Via Sync the DMX-Output of several Devices can be synchronized by usage the
software Software MADRIX
®
.
Framerate specifies the maximum DMX-Frame rate.
MAX corresponds to the maximum frame rate of ca. 44 fps (frames/second).
The option Save current DMX values as defaults stores the current DMX-Data and
rebuilt these after turning on.

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Extension Mode
The ArtNet-DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 has an Extension Mode. In this Mode at each
DMX-Output 1024 DMX-Channels can be outputted. At each DMX-Output 2 Ports
(each 512 DMX-Channels) are outputted. So, 4096 Channels are available.
To activate the Extension Mode switch switch 1 on ON.
Within the Extension Mode another ArtNet Node is activated, which also has 4 Ports.
In the Web-Configuration this is specified as Node 3:
By activating the Extension Mode another Node is available.
Each Node needs an own IP-Address, so the assignment within the network is
clear. Use in according to the ArtNet-Specification the IP-Address 2.x.x.x or
10.x.x.x
The ports assignment to the outputs is as follows:
Out 2: Out1:
Port A3+A4 Port A1+A2
Node 2
Out 4: Out3:
Port B3+B4 Port B1+B2
Node 3

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The DMX Routing specifies for each DMX-Output how the ports are connected
together.
The entered value specifies how many DMX-Channels are outputted from the first
Port. After this the DMX-Channels from the second port are outputted.
Example: DMX-Routing = 512
Port 1 (512 Kanäle) Port 2 (512 Kanäle)
Kanal 1 Kanal 512 Kanal 513 Kanal 1024
Example: DMX-Routing = 450
Port 1 (450 Kanäle) Port 2 (512 Kanäle)
Kanal 1 Kanal 450 Kanal 451 Kanal 1024Kanal 962
If the value 0 is specified for the outputs 2, 3 or 4, so only Port 1 with 512 DMX-
Channels is outputted at this output. That is helpful for the compatibility within
the Extension Mode to the other DMX512-Devices.
Channels up to
1024 are outputted
with 0
Channel Channel 512 Channel 513 Channel 1024
Channel 1024Channel 962Channel 451Channel 1 Channel 450

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DMX-Input
The DMX-Input is galvanically isolated and assigned to Port 1 Node 1.
By clicking DMX-Input you get the following configuration site:
Each Node needs an own
IP
-
Ad
d
ress
, so the assignment within the network is
clear. Use in according to the ArtNet-Specification the IP-Address 2.x.x.x or
10.x.x.x
TIP:
Any other IP-Address can also be used e.g. 192.168.1.10 .
In this case the netmask has to be fitted to 255.255.255.0 !
For a better distinction you can give every ArtNet-Node any name.
The Short-name is limited to 18 marks and the Long-name is limited to 64 marks.
Node 1: Port 1

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The ArtNet-Parameters SubNet, Net and Port must be set in the sense of the
ArtNet-Specifications and specify the aim for the DMX-Data.
Use Broadcast : The DMX-Data are send to all devices within the ArtNet.
Use Unicast : The DMX-Data will are send to a specified device with the
within the ArtNet Unicast IP
Several actions are available for the DMX-Input in the case of a breakdown of the
DMX-Signal ( DMX FAIL ).
NO DATA - via ArtNet will be no DMX-input received HOLD last DMX
data - the last data will be retained
CLEAR all DMX channels to 0% - all DMX-channels will be set to 0
SET all DMX channels to 100% - all DMX-channels will be set to 255
The Update-Rate with which the DMX-Input data are outputted can be switched in
several times.
On change data transferred only the DMX-Input data if these changes, max. every
0,1 seconds.
DMX Framerate transferred the received DMX-Values as soon as a frame has
finished. So, the frame rate of the incoming DMX-Signal will be used for the Update-
Rate.

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Factory Reset
The ArtNet-DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 can be reset into the delivery status with the Reset-
Button.
Please proceed as follows:
- Turn off the device
- Push button and hold
- Turn on the device
- LAN-LED flashes
- Release button
- Push button again and hold
- POWER-LED flashes ca. 10 seconds alternately
- Release the button during this time
- The Reset is executed and the POWER-LED flashes 3x as confirmation
Restore the delivery status via web browser :
- Open the Main Settings in web browser
- Enter the service code „7319“ in Factory Defaults and click Save
- Following please wait minimum 10 seconds

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Execute Firmware-Update
The ArtNet-DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 has an update-function which enables transferring
prospective firmware-versions.
Proceed as follows:
- Turn off the device
- Push button and hold
- Turn on the device
- LAN-LED flashes
- Release button
- Generate network connection to PC
- Start Update-Software DMX4ALL LAN-Updater
- Select ArtNet-DMX-UNIVERSE 4.1 from list
- Click Firmware-Update
- Select and confirm Firmware-File (.bin)
- Please wait until the update has finished
If an error occurs you can begin from the start anytime.
Alternatively, you can activate the firmware update through the web browser:
- Open within the webbrowser Firmware Update
- Enter the code „1379“ in the input field and click Send
- Start Update-Software DMX4ALL LAN-Updater
- Select ArtNet-DMX UNIVERSE 4.1 from list
- Click Firmware-Update
- Select and confirm Firmware-File (.bin)
- Please wait until the update has finished
- Click Back within the web browser

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Accessory
XLR-Cable 3pin
Several Lengths:
1m, 5m, 10m, 15m
Network cable
5m

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CE-Conformity
This assembly is controlled by a microprocessor and uses high
frequency. In order to maintain the properties of the module with
regard to CE conformity, installation into a closed metal housing
in accordance with the EMC directive 2014/30/EU is necessary.
Risk-Notes
You purchased a technical product. Conformable to the best available technology the
following risks should not excluded:
Failure risk: The device can drop out partially or completely at any time without
warning. To reduce the probability of a failure a redundant system structure is
necessary.
Initiation risk: For the installation of the board, the board must be connected and
adjusted to foreign components according to the device paperwork. This work can
only be done by qualified personnel, which read the full device paperwork and
understand it.
Operating risk: The Change or the operation under special conditions of the
installed systems/components could as well as hidden defects cause to breakdown
within the running time.
Misusage risk: Any nonstandard use could cause incalculable risks and is not
allowed.
Warning: It is not allowed to use the device in an operation, where the safety of
persons depend on this device.
Disposal
Electronical and electronic products must not be disposed in
domestic waste. Dispose the product at the end of its service life
in accordance with applicable legal regulations.
Information on this can be obtained from your local waste
disposal company.
Neutrik
®
is a registered trademark
EtherCon
®
is a registered trademark
Art-Net™ Designed by and Copyright Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd.

DMX4ALL GmbH
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D-44869 Bochum
Germany
Last changes: 22.03.2019
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