Osram e:cue SYMPL pixel Node Specification sheet

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AM390290035
SYMPL pixel Node
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Information for Use
AM390290035

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SYMPL pixel Node — Information for Use
AM390290035
e:cue SYMPL pixel Node Setup Manual (original issue)
Edition:
11.05.22 [EN_SYMPL_pixel_Node_Setup_v1p10]
Published by:
OSRAM GmbH
Karl-Schurz-Strasse 38
33100 Paderborn, Germany
©2022 OSRAM GmbH, BU Digital
All rights reserved
Read the Information for Use and the safety instructions
carefully. Subject to modication without prior notice.
Typographical and other errors do not justify any claim for
damages. All dimensions should be veried using an actual
part. Modication of the product is prohibited.
This manual is designed for electricians, system administrators,
and product users.
All product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks of
their respective owners.
Except for internal use, relinquishment of the instructions to a
third party, duplication in any type or form - also extracts - as
well as exploitation and / or communication of the contents is
not permitted.

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SYMPL pixel Node — Information for Use | Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1 Safety instructions 04
1.1 Symbols 04
1.2 General safety instructions 04
2 General device description 04
2.1 Delivery content 05
2.2 Optional accessories 05
2.3 Product specications 05
2.4 Connectors and interfaces 06
2.5 User interface: LEDs 06
2.6 Identify button: Identication & Reset & Testing 07
3 General remarks 07
3.1 Transport 07
3.2 Unpacking 07
3.3 Warranty regulations 08
3.4 Maintenance and Repair 08
3.5 Disposal 08
3.6 Support 08
4 Installation 09
4.1 Installation conditions 09
4.2 Mounting process 09
4.3 Ethernet connection 09
4.4 Pixel connection, e.g. SPI, DMX 10
4.5 Power supply 10
5 Wiring diagram 12
6 Pixel Range Extender 14
6.1 Wiring diagram with Pixel Range Extender 16
7 Network configuration 19
7.1 Default network properties 19
7.2 Network conguration with SYMPHOLIGHT 19
7.3 Network conguration with the web interface 19
8 Output configuration 21
8.1 LED protocol conguration via web interface 21
9 Test mode 22
10 Firmware Update 23
11 Dismounting 24
12 Certifications 24
13 Dimensions 25
13.1 SYMPL pixel Node 25
13.2 Pixel Range Extender 25
14 Supported Protocols 26
15 FAQ 26
15.1 About the SYMPL pixel Node 26
15.2 System 27
15.3 Power supply 28
15.4 Network 28
15.5 Protocols 28
15.6 Update 29
15.7 About the Pixel Range Extender 29

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SYMPL pixel Node — Information for Use | Safety instructions
1 Safety instructions
Please read the safety instructions, provided in a separate manual, carefully. Make sure that the
environmental, mounting, and installation prerequisites are met. This manual should be kept at a safe place
and in reach of the device.
1.1 Symbols
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The exclamation mark warns about possible
damage of the device itself, to connected devices,
and to the user.
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The information symbol gives general hints and
informs about handling and procedures for use of
the device.
1.2 General safety instructions
2 General device description
e:cue SYMPL Nodes are a system of interfaces for e:cue SYMPHOLIGHT only. They provide various
connection types like DMX512, DALI, digital inputs and outputs etc. SYMPL Nodes always operate in online
mode, as a device interface for SYMPHOLIGHT. All interactions are initiated and controlled by
SYMPHOLIGHT. Connections between servers, Cores and Nodes are always made with e:net via Ethernet.
The SYMPL pixel Node is a LED pixel controller, converting e:net to control a wide range of supported serial
addressable LED pixels like digital LED strips, dots and boards with multi controllable pixel. Control a wide
range of supported asynchronous and synchronous like SPI LED pixels and congure content with e:cue’s
SYMPHOLIGHT. It comes with 2 x Pixel outputs over screw terminal plugs. Choose the output protocol
separately for each of the two outputs. The Node makes it possible to run up to 2 x 2048 channels (= 4096 in
total, = 1364 RGB pixels) over Ethernet. Connection to the server runs via Ethernet interface with 100 Mbit/s.
The Node is powered by an external power supply, Power-over-Ethernet, or a via pass back power from the
connected xture. It is easily mounted on standard 35 mm DIN rails, or with a key hole in the housing base on
walls or on any stable vertical surface. Cover distances of up to 300 m* between the Node to the xture with
the optional Pixel Range Extender (page 14).
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• Connect cables and data only when the device is powered
down.
• When using a power supply unit, the device must be
supplied by a separate certied SELV NEC Class 2 power
supply.
• The Ethernet port of the SYMPL Node is not designed for
inter-building connections with power and lighting
transients. Use only intra-building networks to connect the
SYMPL Nodes and Cores.
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• If safety instructions are missing, please contact OSRAM
to receive a new copy.
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To operate the SYMPL pixel Node a SYMPHOLIGHT version
5.1 or higher is mandatory. Earlier versions do not support the
SYMPL pixel Node.

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SYMPL pixel Node — Information for Use | General device description
2.1 Delivery content
Delivery content for the e:cue SYMPL pixel Node (AM390290035):
1. e:cue SYMPL pixel Node
2. Safety instructions
3. Welcome note
2.2 Optional accessories
• 2 x Pixel Range Extender (AM394020035) for distances of up to 300 m*) between the Node and the
xtures. For installation information see „6 Pixel Range Extender“ on page 14.
*) depending on installation setup, cable quality, and xture type
• Power Supply 15W 24V DIN rail (AM1884100HA)
• SYMPL Switch (AM313830035)
2.3 Product specifications
Product number AM390290035
Dimensions (W x H x D) 53.5 x 90.5 x 62 mm (excl.
fastening clip)
Weight 100 g
Power supply input 5 ... 24 V DC pass back power
from Pixel Port 1 (e.g. from Pixel
Strip)
or 5 ... 24 V DC terminal plug
cross cable section: 0.2 - 3.3
sqmm
or PoE IEEE 802.3af on RJ45
Power consumption 2 W
Operating temperature 0 ... 50 °C / 32 ... 122 °F
Storage temperature -10 ... 70 °C / 14 ... 158 °F
Operating / storage
humidity
0 … 80% RH, non-condensing
Protection class IP20
Installation Indoor installation only, intra
building connections only
Electrical safety class SELV
Housing Self extinguishing blend PC/ABS,
UL E140692
Mounting on 35 mm DIN rail (DIN 43880)
(19-inch rack), or with key hole
on any stable vertical surface
Certi cates CE, ETL, RoHS, FCC, UKCA
Interface speci cations
Output connectors 2 x serial addressable LED pixel output
(4-pin terminal plug)
cross cable section: 0.2 - 3.3 sqmm
Output channels Up to 2048 pixel channels per output
(= 682 RGB pixels)
or up to 512 DMX channels per output
(= 170 RGB pixels)
Output wiring Cable length between controller and
 xture up to 3 m (with Pixel Range
Extender up to 300 m* )
Ethernet-Port 1 x ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s, RJ45
for e:net, PoE
User interfaces LEDs for Ethernet activity, device
status, output activity; Identify button;
web interface
*) depending on installation setup, cable quality, and
 xture type.

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Product number AM390290035
Dimensions (W x H x D) 53.5 x 90.5 x 62 mm (excl.
fastening clip)
Weight 100 g
Power supply input 5 ... 24 V DC pass back power
from Pixel Port 1 (e.g. from Pixel
Strip)
or 5 ... 24 V DC terminal plug
cross cable section: 0.2 - 3.3
sqmm
or PoE IEEE 802.3af on RJ45
Power consumption 2 W
Operating temperature 0 ... 50 °C / 32 ... 122 °F
Storage temperature -10 ... 70 °C / 14 ... 158 °F
Operating / storage
humidity
0 … 80% RH, non-condensing
Protection class IP20
Installation Indoor installation only, intra
building connections only
Electrical safety class SELV
Housing Self extinguishing blend PC/ABS,
UL E140692
Mounting on 35 mm DIN rail (DIN 43880)
(19-inch rack), or with key hole
on any stable vertical surface
Certi cates CE, ETL, RoHS, FCC, UKCA
Interface speci cations
Output connectors 2 x serial addressable LED pixel output
(4-pin terminal plug)
cross cable section: 0.2 - 3.3 sqmm
Output channels Up to 2048 pixel channels per output
(= 682 RGB pixels)
or up to 512 DMX channels per output
(= 170 RGB pixels)
Output wiring Cable length between controller and
 xture up to 3 m (with Pixel Range
Extender up to 300 m* )
Ethernet-Port 1 x ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s, RJ45
for e:net, PoE
User interfaces LEDs for Ethernet activity, device
status, output activity; Identify button;
web interface
*) depending on installation setup, cable quality, and
 xture type.
2.4 Connectors and interfaces
View from top:
1Pixel output 1 and 2
(V+ input, Clock 1, Data 1, Ground 1,
Not Connected, Clock 2, Data 2,
Ground 2, left to right)
2Pixel output LEDs
3Status LED (Device status)
4Activity LED (Ethernet, LAN activity)
5Identify button
6Power supply
(V+, V– left to right)
7Power over Ethernet switch
(OFF, ON left to right)
8e:net / Ethernet
9DIN rail handle
2.5 User interface: LEDs
The SYMPL pixel Node has four LEDs. The four LEDs show the basic states of the SYMPL Node.
LEDs
Status Green On: If constantly on, the device is online.
Server application is in operation.
Green blinking: If blinking in one second
intervals, the device is ofine, no connection
to a SYMPHOLIGHT server or Core is
available. If blinking more rapidly, the device is
in bootloader mode.
Red blinking: identifying the SYMPL Node
(enabled “Identify Interface Mode” in
SYMPHOLIGHT).
Blue: Test mode.
Activity Off: no link available.
On: link established.
Blinking: network trafc.
Pixel 1
and 2
Off: no LED pixel protocol (type) dened.
Green: pre-congured asynchronous serial LED
pixel protocols.
Yellow: DMX512 protocol.
Blue: pre-congured synchronous serial LED
pixel protocols (except DMX).
Magenta: custom protocols.
6
4
1
3
5
2
7 8
9
V + V -
V+ DT NC DT
CLK GND CLK GND

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SYMPL pixel Node — Information for Use | General remarks
2.6 Identify button: Identification & Reset & Testing
The Identify button has three functions: to send an Identify message (A), to reset the Node (B), and to test the
installation (C)
(A) A short press during operation in online mode sends an Identify message to the server. This helps to
assign the Node in the Layout in SYMPHOLIGHT.
(B) The Identify button can also be used to reset the device to factory state or to stay in bootloader mode:
• Keep the Identify button pressed while powering up, Status and Activity LEDs light up at rst.
Bootloader mode is signaled by a fast blinking Status LED. Release the button now. The device stays in
bootloader mode to download a new rmware.
To exit the bootloader mode, short press the Identify button again.
• Press the Identify button until Status and Activity LEDs blink alternating, then blink together. Releasing
the button now resets the device to its factory settings. The password and other settings are reset to their
default values.
• Keeping the button pressed further on, the device proceeds to normal operation. No changes apply.
(C) Use the Identify button also to test the connected xtures to ensure their correct installation.
• Access the Test mode of the SYMPL Node by fast double-pressing the Identify button during
operation. The Status LED signals the Test mode with a blue color. The Test mode starts at the rst pixel
output with chasing lights (single run white, test pattern 1).
• Single-press the Identify button to switch between the following Test patterns:
- All channels blink (pattern 2).
- All channels at 100% (pattern 3).
- All channels off (pattern 4).
- Alternate between the individual pixel ports and the four test patterns. After the individual test of each
pixel output, both pixel ports are tested simultaneously. Another short-press starts the test patterns
from the beginning.
• Exit the Test mode any time by fast double-pressing the Identify button again. The device proceeds to
normal operation.
3 General remarks
3.1 Transport
Only transport the device in its original packaging. This protects the device from damage.
3.2 Unpacking
Only unpack the e:cue SYMPL pixel Node at its installation location. To protect the device against
condensation water, unpack it and wait until all moisture remaining in the device has evaporated.
Condensation can occur when the device is moved from a cold to a warm location. Keep the packaging for
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• Note that testing via the Identify button always uses a
block size of 3 channels (RGB  white). For LED xtures
with less or more than 3 channels, it is recommended to
use the Test mode via web interface where you can dene
the block size (see „Test mode via Web interface“ on page
22).
• Note that the Test mode outputs the congured protocol
type only. See „8 Output conguration“ on page 21 for
details.

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use in case of further transport. Inspect all parts for completeness regarding chapter „2.1 Delivery content“ on
page 05. If there is apparent damage to the device or parts are missing from the delivery scope, please
contact the OSRAM Support service.
3.3 Warranty regulations
Depending on the product, warranty regulations are of different duration. The warranty time is usually noted in
the quote and in the order conrmation. See “Services”  “OSRAM Guarantee” at www.osram.com for
details. Legal warranty regulations apply in any case.
3.4 Maintenance and Repair
This device requires no maintenance.
3.5 Disposal
The proper disposal of packing materials and of the device is the responsibility of the respective user and for
his account; in all other matters, the retrieval obligation for packing materials and the device is subject to the
statutory regulations.
3.6 Support
In case of technical problems or questions regarding installation and repair please contact:
OSRAM GmbH
Customer Service
Karl-Schurz-Str. 38
33100 Paderborn, Germany
[phone]
[email protected]
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• Before dismounting, appropriate measures must be taken
to protect the respective components against damage
caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD protection).
• Do not try to repair the device. Return it to your OSRAM
distributor for replacement or repair.
Batteries and technical appliances must not be disposed of
with domestic waste, but should be handed in at the
appropriate collection and disposal points.

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4 Installation
The installation of the SYMPL pixel Node consists of mounting the device, connections to LED xtures, to the
network via Ethernet, and to power supply.
The sequence of cabling is not dened. Supply the SYMPL pixel Node with power after all cabling is
completed; it starts booting.
4.1 Installation conditions
Installation position Terminals on top and
bottom
Horizontal spacing No spacing necessary
Minimum vertical rail grid spacing 115 mm (90 + 25 mm)
(excluding conduit)
Recommended vertical rail grid
spacing
160 mm (with 40 mm
conduit)
Installation location Indoor
4.2 Mounting process
The e:cue SYMPL pixel Node is designed to mount onto a 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715) in a vertical position.
1. Clip the device to the rail from top.
2. Gentle pressure is then applied to the top front to snap it in place. The
SYMPL pixel Node has been mounted successfully.
You can also mount the e:cue SYMPL pixel Node on any at vertical surface. Use a 3 to 3.5 mm screw for the
hanger hole.
For mechanical stability, mounting on a rail is recommended.
4.3 Ethernet connection
The following incoming DMX over Ethernet protocols are supported:
• e:net
!
• Connect cables and data only when the device is powered
down.
• Each cable connected to the output ports should not
exceed a length of 3 m. Use the range extender for cable
length up to 300 m*.
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• Never connect more than one SYMPL Node in factory
state to a network. The identical IP addresses will conict
and disturb proper communication.
• The Ethernet port of the SYMPL Node is not designed for
inter-building connections with power and lighting
transients. Use only intra-building networks to connect the
SYMPL Nodes and Cores.

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The pin-assignment of the Ethernet port corresponds to RJ45 standards. You can use every common
Ethernet component, like cable, splitters, and switches. Connect the SYMPL pixel Node at the designated
Ethernet interface with a patch cable (RJ45, CAT5).
4.4 Pixel connection, e.g. SPI, DMX
The SYMPL pixel Node can control two 2048-channel-universes (=4096 channels in total, = 1364 RGB pixels)
with its two Pixel output ports.
You can have two different LED pixel protocol types connected at the same time on the two output ports, e.g.
SPI on port 1 and DMX on port 2. For the supported output protocols see „14 Supported Protocols“ on page
26.
Connect two LED xtures to the SYMPL Node using the two 4-pin terminal plugs at the pixel interface of the
SYMPL Node.
The appropriate pin assignment is dened as follows, from left to right:
Pixel output 1: V+ input (5 ... 24 V DC), Clock 1, Data 1, Ground 1
Pixel output 2: not connected, Clock 2, Data 2, Ground 2
Special cases:
• DMX LED xture: Connect “+” to “Clock”, “–” to “Data”, and “GND” to “GND” (xture to Node).
• Pixel Range Extender for distances > 3m between the Node and the asynchronous LED xture:
Connect “Clock” to “Data +”, “Data” to “Data –”, and “GND” to “GND” (SYMPL pixel Node to
Pixel Range Extender).
4.5 Power supply
The e:cue SYMPL pixel Node can be powered via pass back power from the LED xture, via Power-over-
Ethernet (PoE), or by an external power supply (PSU).
Pass back power from LED xture:
Set the PoE switch to “OFF” and connect V+ (5 ... 24 V DC) from the LED xture on output port 1.
Ensure that at least 4.5 V (min) supply reach the Node at all times, especially at full LED load condition and
when powering with 5 V. Check for voltage drop.
When placing the PSU between the Node and the xtures (parallel connection), use a certied SELV NEC
Class 2 24 V DC power supply unit.
PoE:
Set the PoE switch to “ON”. Connect an Ethernet connection from a power sourcing device.
!
Use shielded and twisted pair cabling for data connections,
like Cat 5e S*TP.
!
When using pass back power or an external power supply unit:
The SYMPL pixel Node is not suited for powering over a DC
power supply network. Use a separate certied SELV NEC
Class 2 power supply unit for supplying 24 V DC to the
SYMPL pixel Nodes.
!
Use a power supply for the connected luminaires that does
not connect to the luminaires of other SYMPL pixel Nodes.