Leightronix MINI-T-NET User guide

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This information is subject to change without notice.
MINI-T-NET, NET-164, NET-EC, and WinNET are trademarks of:
LEIGHTRONIX, INC.
2330 Jarco Drive
Holt, MI 48842
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................2
OVERVIEW OF MINI-T-NET WIRING CONNECTIONS.......................................................................3
SIGNAL WIRING AND PRO-BUS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.................................................4
ETHERNET NETWORK CONFIGURATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................5
NET SERIES: SELECTED FRONT PANEL SETTINGS ......................................................................6
Front Panel Password....................................................................................................................................................... 6
TCP/IP Configuration ........................................................................................................................................................ 6

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INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this quick guide is to provide the basic steps for the following:
•Connecting the signal wiring and PRO-BUS interfaces to the MINI-T-NET
•Configuring the controller for Ethernet network access
For more detailed instructions, refer to the NET Series Manual.

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OVERVIEW OF MINI-T-NET WIRING CONNECTIONS
The drawing below shows a sample connection scenario for the MINI-T-NET. Video and audio
sources (VCRs, DVD players, satellite or studio feeds, character generator, etc.) are connected to the
8 MINI-T-NET inputs, while the MINI-T-NET output is connected to the desired destination (such as a
modulator). PC configuration and control is done over a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet connection.
NOTE: In order to use WinNET software, you must connect your PC to the MINI-T-NET via an
Ethernet cable.
VCRs and DVD players are controlled through the use of LEIGHTRONIX PRO-BUS interfaces, sold
separately for many brands and models of professional video equipment and available with infrared,
mini-jack, and multi-pin connectors. The PRO-BUS interfaces loop together so the user does not
have to separately connect each PRO-BUS interface to the Event Controller.
Input 8 on the MINI-T-NET is the designated fallback input. This means that if valid video is lost on
the output and a fallback time has been set, the MINI-T-NET will switch to input 8 when video has
been absent for the entered time. Place a continuous source of video such as a character generator,
bulletin board, or satellite feed on input 8 to act as the fallback in case of source equipment
malfunction.
Illustration 1, MINI-T-NET Typical Playback System Diagram

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SIGNAL WIRING AND PRO-BUS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Start
Connect the following to your MINI-T-NET:
●Input (source) equipment video cables (A)
●Input (source) equipment audio cables (B)
NOTE: If using, connect fallback source audio/
video cables to MINI-T-NET input 8.
●Output (destination) equipment video cable (C)
●Output (destination) equipment audio cable (D)
Connect one end of an RJ-11 cable to
Event Controller’s PRO-BUS output (E)
and the other cable end into the input of a
PRO-BUS interface.
Using attached device cable, connect
PRO-BUS interface to VCR/DVD player.
Connect an RJ-11
cable from the output
of the first PRO-BUS
to input of another
PRO-BUS.
Set the DIP switches on each PRO-BUS
(see instructions included with PRO-BUS).
DIP Switches
End
Yes
No
Will MINI-T-NET be used for
device control?
Is there another VCR/DVD player
connected to MINI-T-NET?
Yes
No
NOTE: Refer to “Illustration 1, MINI-T-NET Typical Playback System Diagram,” in the “Overview of MINI-T-NET Wiring
Connections” section of this quick guide and the illustrations on this page.
Rear View of MINI-T-NET
A
B
C
D
E G F
Connect power supply
(F) to MINI-T-NET and
plug Event Controller
into AC outlet.
Configure MINI-T-NET for
Ethernet network access (G).
See the “Ethernet Network
Configuration Instructions” section
of this quick guide.
End
Connect power supply
(F) to MINI-T-NET and
plug Event Controller
into AC outlet.
Configure MINI-T-NET for
Ethernet network access (G).
See the “Ethernet Network
Configuration Instructions” section
of this quick guide.
MINI-T-NET
Source
Equipment
PRO-BUS
Interfaces
PRO-BUS Interface Connections

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ETHERNET NETWORK CONFIGURATION INSTRUCTIONS

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NET SERIES: SELECTED FRONT PANEL SETTINGS
ACTION STEPS CORRESPONDING SCREEN DISPLAY
1. From any status screen, press “→” to
display password entry screen.
Front Panel Password
•Enter password to access
event controller and
display “MAIN MENU.” 2. Press “→” 5 times to enter the factory-
default password and display the
“MAIN MENU” screen.
1. From the “MAIN MENU” screen, press
“↑” or “↓” to proceed to “TCP/IP
Configuration.”
2. Press “→” to select “TCP/IP
Configuration.”
3. Press “→” to select “Edit IP Address.”
4. Press “→” or “←” to position the
underscore under the editable fields
and press “↑” or “↓” to edit the values.
5. Press “→” to enter next screen.
6. Either press “→” again to save your
changes or “←” to abort changes.
7. Press “↑” to proceed to “Edit Subnet
Mask.”
8. Press “→” to select “Edit Subnet
Mask.”
TCP/IP Configuration
•Enter IP address, subnet
mask, and, optionally,
gateway address.
9. Press “→” or “←” to position the
underscore under the editable fields
and press “↑” or “↓” to edit the values.
10. Press “→” to enter next screen.
Enter new Subnet Mask
255.255.255. 0 ~
IP CONFIG MENU Use `/ˆ
Edit Subnet Mask ~
IP CONFIG MENU Use `/ˆ
Edit IP Address ~
Press ~ to confirm
IP address.
Enter new IP address
0. 0. 0. 0
IP CONFIG MENU Use `/ˆ
Edit IP Address ~
MAIN MENU Use `/ˆ
TCP/IP Configuration ~
Use arrow keys to enter
Password:*****

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ACTION STEPS CORRESPONDING SCREEN DISPLAY
11. Either press “→” again to save your
changes or “←” to abort changes.
12. Press “↑” to proceed to “Edit Gateway
Address.”
13. Press “→” to select “Edit Gateway
Address.”
14. Press “→” or “←” to position the
underscore under the editable fields
and press “↑” or “↓” to edit the values.
15. Press “→” to enter next screen.
16. Either press “→” again to save your
changes or “←” to abort changes.
17. Reboot unit to apply address
changes by simultaneously
pressing “↓” and “→” and then
pressing “↑.”
END OF QUICK GUIDE
Press ~ to confirm
Gateway address.
Enter new Gateway
0. 0. 0. 0 (none) ~
IP CONFIG MENU Use `/ˆ
Edit Gateway Address ~
IP CONFIG MENU Use `/ˆ
Edit Subnet Mask ~
Press ~ to confirm
Subnet Mask.