Giant 8 Port Artnet Node User manual

GiANT 8 Port Artnet Node

Table Of Contents
Before You Begin ..............................................................................................................1.
What Is Included ..................................................................................................................................... 1
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Unpacking .............................................................................................................................................. 1
Claims ................................................................................................................................................
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Symbols ................................................................................................................................................. 1
Safety Notes ........................................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 2.
Product Description..............................................................................................................................
Product Features .................................................................................................................................
Additional Products .............................................................................................................................. 3
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Product Overview .................................................................................................................................... 3
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Product Dimensions ................................................................................................................................ 4
Setup And Installation ........................................................................................................ 3.
AC Power ................................................................................................................................................ 5
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Fuse Replacement .................................................................................................................................. 5
Fuse Replacement Diagram ................................................................................................................ 5
Mounting .................................................................................................................................................. 6
Signal Connection ................................................................................................................................... 6
Signal Connection Diagram ................................................................................................................. 6
Installation Guidelines ............................................................................................................................. 6
Configuration And Operation ............................................................................................ 4.
Control Panel ........................................................................................................................................... 7
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Menu Map ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Using The Menu ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Configuring Net Address ...................................................................................................................... 8
Configuring Subnet Address ................................................................................................................ 8
Configuring Universes ......................................................................................................................... 9
Configuring DMX Outputs .................................................................................................................... 9
Configuring IP Addresses .................................................................................................................... 9
Configuration Examples .......................................................................................................................... 10
DMX Source (DMX Splitter) ................................................................................................................. 10
Art-Net Source (Art -Net adapter) .................................................................................................. 11
Art-Net And DMX Sources ............................................................................................................... 12
Indicators ................................................................................................................................................. 12
Technical Information ........................................................................................................ 5.
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................ 13
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Technical Specifications .................................................................................................... 6.
Dimensions And Weight .......................................................................................................................... 14
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Power.......................................................................................................................................................
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Data Connections .................................................................................................................................... 14

Before You Begin
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Before You Begin 1.
What Is Included
Artnet DMX controller
IEC power cord
Warranty card
User Manual
Unpacking
Carefully unpack the fixtrue and check that all the parts are in the package, and are in good
condition.
Claims
Upon receipt, if the container or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear
damaged from shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately,
Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier. In addition, keep
the container and all the packing material for inspection.
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
concealed damage, file a claim with us within 7 days of receiving the merchandise .
For information on contacting us , see Contact Us at the end of this Manual.
Symbols
Symbols Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Failure to comply with this
information may cause the product not to work, damage third-party equipment, or
cause harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. Failure to comply with this
information may keep the product from working.
Useful information.

Before You Begin
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Safety Notes
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before starting to work with the product.
These notes provide important safety information about the installation, usage, and
maintenance.
Always connect this product to a grounded circuit.
Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
Always connect this product to a power source with the proper voltage as
listed on the product sticker.
Do not operate the product if there is damage to the housing.
This product is for indoor use only! It is rated IP20. Do not expose the
product to rain or moisture.
Always disconnect this product from power before cleaning it or changing the
fuse.
Never disconnect the product from the power source by pulling or tugging on
the cord.
If mounting the product overhead, always secure it using a safety cable.
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when it is
operating.
This product is not intended for permanent installation.
Never connect the product to a dimmer or a rheostat.
Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation.
Do not operate the product in an ambient temperature higher than
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104 F (40 C).
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This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in
this User Manual will only apply to properly trained us certified
technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.
Any damages caused by manual modifications are not subject to warranty.
Our will not accept liability for damage caused by unauthorized
modifications or not observing the safety warnings and instructions in the
manual.
All applicable local codes and regulations apply for proper installation of this
product.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product
immediately.
If the product requires repair contact us For more information see
Returns and Contact Us.
Keep this User Manual for future reference.
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Introduction
Introduction 2.
Product Description
The fixture is a reliable and versatile rack
-mountable Art-Net -to -DMX adapter with an
integrated optical DMX splitter and Art-Net hub capability . It has two 3
-pin DMX In ports
and eight 3
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pin DMX O ut ports, all optically isolated. It takes up to 8
Art -Net universes
simultaneously. The eight 3-pin DMX Out ports can be assigned to either of the DMX I n ports
or to one of the Art-Net Neutrik ether CON ports . Neutrik ether CON ports are through
ports that allow daisy chaining of the fixture units.
The fixture provides a reliable, highly customizable network infrastructure for complex control
systems.
Product Features
Rack mountable
Both an Art-Net node and an optical splitter
Eight optically isolated output ports
Variable operating modes for all DMX outputs
Two Neutrik etherCON in/through ports
Additional Products
The fixture is an adapter and hub combined that works as part of a control system.
Our has a line of video products and lighting products that work with the fixture.
Product Overview
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Introduction
Product Dimensions
1.7 in
44.4 mm
17.4 in
443 mm
6.6 in
167.9 mm
15.3 in
390 mm
19 in
483 mm
4.7 in
120 mm
0.9 in
23.5 mm
Menu
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DMX 1
DMX 2
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Setup And Installation
Setup And Installation 3.
AC Power
The fixture
the fixture
has an internal auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of
100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements for refer to the
label affixed to the product or Technical Specifications .
The listed rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation.
Always connect this product to a properly grounded and protected
circuit.
Never connect this product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer
circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to
100% switch.
Fuse Replacement
1. Disconnect the product from power.
2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder.
5. Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.
6. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.
Fuse Replacement Diagram
Always replace a blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.
A spare fuse is not included; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.
Installed Fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare Fuse Holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety Cap

Setup And Installation
Mounting
fits nicely in a standard 19" rack, or sits on a flat surface. should be
placed where the menu and the ports are accessible, and where there is adequate
ventilation.
Signal Connection
receives signal though 2 DMX I n ports and one of 2 Neutrik etherCON port s.
It sends signal out through 8 DMX Out ports and the other Neutrik etherCON port.
Signal Connection Diagram
The Neutrik etherCON ports are through ports. Each port can be either
an input or an output port.
The DMX ports can only be input or output ports. There are 2 DMX In
ports and 8 DMX Out ports.
Installation Guidelines
is used as part of a control system for operating various lighting and multi-media
products. The physical and digital construction of the control network is determined by the
location and signal needs of the products.
When designing a control system that uses the , consider the following:
Placing the so the menu and ports can be accessed
Running the cables so there is no tension or pull on the cables or plugs
Planning a large control system carefully before configuring the components, so IP
address, DMX address, and other identifiers are not duplicated
From DMX Sources
From Art-Net Sources
To Another
Or Other Art-Net Products
To DMX
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Configuration And Operation
Configuration And Operation 4.
is configured through the control panel, using the control panel buttons. Once
is properly configured it operates without user intervention.
can be used as a DMX splitter only, in which case the DMX In ports must be
assigned to the DMX Out ports, but the Net , Subnet, and IP address settings do not need
configuration.
can be used as an Art-Net? hub, in which case the Art-Net universes must
be assigned to the DMX Out ports, and the Net, Subnet, and IP address settings must be
configured.
can be used as both a DMX splitter and an Art-Net hub simultaneously, in
which case both the DMX assignments and the Art-Net settings must be configured. For
more information, see Configuration Examples.
DMX In ports and Art-Net universes can be assigned to multiple DMX Out
ports.
Control Panel
The control panel is the mechanism for configuring settings. It has a small LCD
screen and five buttons, which are described below.

Configuration And Operation
Menu Map
The menu map shows the organization of the configuration settings. Use it for reference
when configuring the .
Main Function Programming Levels Description
<Net> 0~127 Sets the Net address
<Subnet> 0~127 Sets the Subnet address
<Universe #1> to
<Universe #8> 0~
15
Sets the Art-Net universe for the corresponding
DMX Out port
(only necessary if the DMX port is set to Art-Net)
<DMX Output #1> to
<DMX Output #8>
ArtNet Input Input source for each DMX Out port is Art-Net
DMX #1 Input Input source for each DMX Out port is DMX In port 1
DMX #2 Input Input source for each DMX Out port is DMX In port 2
Without Input DMX Out port is turned off
<IP Address #1> x.xxx.xxx.xxx Sets the two IP addresses for the fixture
Note: The addresses cannot be the same.
<IP Address #2>
<Device ID> xxxxxxxxx Shows the fixture device ID
The menu is used by pressing the 4 control buttons as described in the next sections.
Configuring Net
Using the menu
Address
The Net is the address of the network on which the fixture-is operating. The Net address
must be configured if the fixture is being used as an Art-Net hub .
To configure the Net setting, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until <Net> shows in the display.
2. Press . The number in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until the desired Net shows.
4. Press .
Configuring Subnet Address
The Subnet is the address of the subnet of the network on which the fixture is operating.
The Subnet address must be configured if the fixture is being used as an Art-Net hub.
To configure the Subnet setting, do the following:
1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until <Subnet> shows in the display.
2. Press <RIGHT>
<RIGHT>
<RIGHT>
<RIGHT>
. The number in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until the desired Subnet shows.
4. Press .
fixture
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