Osram e:cue SYMPL dmx User guide

AB444180035
e:cue SYMPL dmx Node
Setup Manual / Installationsanleitung
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AB444180035
e:cue SYMPL dmx Node Setup Manual (original issue)
e:cue SYMPL dmx Node Installationsanleitung (Originalversion)
Edition/Ausgabe: 01.08.22 [EN_DE_SYMPL_dmx_Node_Setup_v2p7]
Published by / Herausgegeben von:
OSRAM GmbH
Karl-Schurz-Strasse 38
33100 Paderborn, Germany
©2022 OSRAM GmbH, BU Digital
All rights reserved / Alle Rechte vorbehalten
Read the Setup Manual
carefully before unpacking the
product. 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.
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.
Lesen Sie die
Installationsanleitung vor dem
Auspacken des Produktes
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vorbehalten.
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gestattet.

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Table of Contents / Inhalt
Table of Contents / Inhalt
English 06
1 Security instructions 07
1.1 Symbols 07
1.2 General security instructions 07
2 General device description 08
2.1 Delivery content 08
2.2 Connectors and interfaces 09
2.3 User interface: LEDs 09
2.4 Identify button: Identication & Reset & Testing 10
3 General remarks 12
3.1 Transport 12
3.2 Unpacking 12
3.3 Warranty regulations 12
3.4 Maintenance and Repair 12
3.5 Disposal 13
3.6 Support 13
4 Installation 13
4.1 Installation conditions 14
4.2 Mounting process 14
4.3 Ethernet connection 14
4.4 DMX connection 15
4.5 Power supply 15
5 Network configuration 16
5.1 Default network properties 16
5.2 Network conguration with SYMPHOLIGHT 17
5.3 Network conguration with the web interface 17
5.4 Extended DMX/RDM settings 19
7 Firmware Update 22

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Table of Contents / Inhalt
8 Dismounting 22
9 Product specifications 22
10 Certifications 24
Deutsch 25
11 Sicherheitshinweise 26
11.1 Symbole 26
11.2 Hinweise 26
12 Gerätebeschreibung 27
12.1 Lieferumfang 27
12.2 Anschlüsse und Schnittstellen 28
12.3 Benutzeroberäche: LEDs 28
12.4 Identify-Taster: Identikation & Reset & Test 29
13 Allgemeine Hinweise 31
13.1 Transport 31
13.2 Entpacken 31
13.3 Garantiebestimmungen 31
13.4 Reparatur und Wartung 32
13.5 Entsorgung 32
13.6 Technischer Support 33
14 Installation 33
14.1 Installationsbedingungen 33
14.2 Montage 34
14.3 Ethernet-Verbindung 34
14.4 DMX-Verbindung 35
14.5 Stromversorgung 35
15 Netzwerk-Konfiguration 36
15.1 Standardeinstellungen vom Netzwerk 36
15.2 Netzwerkeinstellung über SYMPHOLIGHT 37
15.3 Netzwerkeinstellung über die Webschnittstelle 38
15.4 DMX/RDM- Einstellungen 40
17 Firmware-Update 43

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Table of Contents / Inhalt
18 Demontage 43
19 Produktdaten 44
20 Zertifizierung 45
Dimensions / Abmessungen 46

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English

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Security instructions
1 Security 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
installation.
1.1 Symbols
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The exclamation mark warns about possible damage of the
device itself or connected devices.
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The information symbol gives general hints and informs
about handling and procedures for use of the device.
1.2 General security instructions
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Connect cables and data only when the device is powered
down.
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The device must be supplied by a separate certied SELV
Class 2 power supply.
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The maximum length of each connected cable is 30 m.
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If safety instructions are missing, please contact OSRAM to
receive a new copy.

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General device description
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 dmx Node is a two-channel DMX and RDM interface for use
with e:cue’s lighting control solution SYMPHOLIGHT. It provides two
independent DMX/RDM interfaces for two DMX512 universes. The
SYMPL dmx Node can be powered by an external power supply or via
Power-over-Ethernet. 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. The SYMPL dmx Node is a simple, reliable and easy to use
interface solution for e:cue lighting control solutions with SYMPHOLIGHT.
2.1 Delivery content
Delivery content for the e:cue SYMPL dmx Node (AB444180035):
1. e:cue SYMPL dmx Node
2. Safety instructions
3. Welcome note (English)
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To operate SYMPL Nodes a SYMPHOLIGHT version 2.0 or
higher or a Lighting Application Suite version 7.0 SR2 or
higher is mandatory.
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e:cue SYMPL dmx Node is not hot-pluggable.

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General device description
2.2 Connectors and interfaces
View from top
1DMX output 1
(GND, DMX–, DMX+ left to right)
2DMX output 2
(GND, DMX–, DMX+ left to right)
3DMX/RDM 1 status LED
4DMX/RDM 2 status LED
5Test / Error LED
6e:net LED (Ethernet, LAN activity)
7Status LED (Device status)
8Identify button
9Power supply
(Vcc+, Vcc– left to right)
10 e:net / Ethernet
2.3 User interface: LEDs
The SYMPL dmx Node has ve LEDs. The ve LEDs show the basic states
of the SYMPL Node.
LEDs
Status On: If constantly on, the device is online. Server
application is in operation.
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.

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General device description
e:net Off: no link available.
On: link established.
Blinking: e:net trafc.
Test / Error Off: no error detected.
Short-short-long sequence: Test mode active.
On: If constantly lights in red, an error occurred. This
can be an internal error or malfunction of the device, or
an external error, e.g. a shortcut of interface
connections or alien power supply. Switch the device off
and on. If the error persists, check the wiring or contact
OSRAM Service.
Status +
Test / Error
The Status and Test / Error LED blink simultaneously to
identify the SYMPL Node (enabled “Identify Interface
Mode” in SYMPHOLIGHT).
DMX/RDM 1
and 2
Orange: DMX/RDM data outgoing.
White: e:pix data outgoing.
Blue: data incoming.
Orange + White: port error.
2.4 Identify button: Identification & Reset & Testing
The Identify button has four functions: to send an Identify message (A), to
reset the Node (B), to test the installation (C), and to exit the error state (D).
(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
Test / Error 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.

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General device description
To exit the bootloader mode, short press the Identify button again.
• Press the Identify button until Status and Test / Error 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. Please note that the Ofine Content cannot be
reset. To employ a reset Startup behavior, a restart of the device is
required.
• 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 double-pressing the
Identify button during operation. The Test / Error LED signals the Test
mode by blinking short-short-long repeatedly. The Test mode starts at
the rst DMX port with blinking lights of all channels (test pattern 1).
• Single-press the Identify button to switch between the following
Test patterns:
- Chasing lights at intervals of 96 channels (pattern 2).
- All channels at 100% (pattern 3).
- All channels off (pattern 4).
- Alternate between the individual DMX ports and the four test
patterns. After the individual test of the DMX/RDM port 8, all DMX/
RDM ports are tested simultaneously. Another short-press starts
the test patterns from the beginning.
• Exit the Test mode any time by double-pressing the Identify button
again. The device proceeds to normal operation. The DMX/RDM LEDs
no longer icker and the Test / Error LED is off.
(D) Short press the Identify button if an error occurs and you want to exit
the error mode. The device will switch back to normal activity if the cause of
error is eliminated. The Node might reboot.

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General remarks
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 dmx 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 use in case of further transport. Inspect all parts for
completeness regarding chapter „2.1 Delivery content“ on page 08. 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, guaranty 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.
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Before dismounting, appropriate measures must be taken to
protect the respective components against damage caused
by electrostatic discharge (ESD protection).
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Do not try to repair the device. Return it to your OSRAM
distributor for replacement or repair.

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Installation
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]
4 Installation
The installation of the SYMPL dmx Node consists of mounting the device,
connections to DMX devices, to e:net, and to power supply.
The sequence of cabling is not dened. Supply the SYMPL dmx Node with
power after all cabling is completed; it starts booting.
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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Connect cables and data only when the device is powered
down.
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Each cable should not exceed a length of 30 m.

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Installation
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 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 dmx Node
has been mounted successfully.
You can also mount the e:cue
SYMPL 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 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 dmx Node at the designated Ethernet
interface with a patch cable (RJ45, CAT5).

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Installation
4.4 DMX connection
The SYMPL dmx Node can control two DMX512 universes with its two
DMX ports. Connect DMX devices to the SYMPL Node using 3-pin terminal
plugs at the DMX interface of the SYMPL Node.
The appropriate pin assignment is dened as follows:
From left to right: GND, DMX-, DMX+
It is recommended to use twisted pair cabling.
4.5 Power supply
The e:cue SYMPL dmx Node can be powered by an external power supply
or via Power-over-Ethernet.
PoE:
For PoE, simply connect an Ethernet connection from a power sourcing
device.
External power supply:
Connect the SYMPL dmx Node to a certied NEC Class 2 24 V DC power
supply unit. Present power supply equates to the status “On” or running of
the SYMPL Node.
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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.
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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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Network conguration
To connect the device to a power supply unit, use the provided 2-pole
terminal and lay the wires as stated on the front label. The voltage
assignment is left V+ and right V-.
Turn the power on when all cables are connected to the SYMPL dmx Node.
The device starts booting. The device has nished booting and is in
operation when the LED Status is ashing.
5 Network conguration
The conguration of the e:cue SYMPL dmx Node is completely done via
e:cue SYMPHOLIGHT. See the SYMPHOLIGHT System Manual for details
on conguration, available at www.ecue.com.
The network properties of the SYMPL dmx Node are precongured. The
successful installation of the power supply is required for changing the
network conguration. You can either adjust the network settings with
SYMPHOLIGHT or using the web interface of the SYMPL dmx Node. Via
the web interface extended DMX/RDM settings are congurable.
5.1 Default network properties
The SYMPL dmx Node has as factory setting the default IP address
192.168.123.1.
DHCP is enabled by default.
Login credentials for the web interface of the SYMPL dmx Node:
The default password is: ecue
To change the network conguration use either SYMPHOLIGHT or the web
interface of the SYMPL dmx Node:
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The SYMPL dmx Node is not suited for powering over a DC
power supply network. Use a separate certied SELV Class 2
power supply unit in the control cabinet for supplying 24 V
DC to the SYMPL dmx Node.

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Network conguration
5.2 Network configuration with SYMPHOLIGHT
1. Open the context menu of the SYMPL dmx Node in the Setup tab
of SYMPHOLIGHT by a right-click on the device.
2. Select “Congure Network”:
3. Dene the IP address, the subnet mask and the DHCP settings to
your needs:
4. Click “Apply” to submit the changes.
The network conguration of the SYMPL dmx Node is completed.
5.3 Network configuration with the web interface
1. Open a common web browser on a connected PC. Enter the
SYMPL dmx Node's IP address into the address bar:
e.g. http://192.168.123.1

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Network conguration
The web interface of the SYMPL dmx Node is displayed:
2. On the left side, select “Settings” and enter the default password
ecue:
3. Click “Apply”. The Settings page is displayed:
4. Dene the network settings at “Device Basics” to your needs. You
can also change the password for entry to the web interfaces of the
SYMPL dmx Node here.

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Network conguration
5. Click “Submit” to apply the settings.
The network conguration of the SYMPL dmx Node is completed.
5.4 Extended DMX/RDM settings
DMX/RDM settings are congured via SYMPHOLIGHT at the properties of
the SYMPL dmx Node in the Setup Tab. Is the Node not connected to
SYMPHOLIGHT, extended DMX/RDM settings take effect.
Over the web interface of the SYMPL dmx Node you can dene the
extended DMX/RDM properties for:
• the period of powering up until a show takes over (Startup Setting)
• the time of no e:net connection (Ofine Setting) - after prior
connection to a show
• DMX and RDM Break time and Mark
• DMX to RDM wait Switch time (RDM Packet Space).
These properties are only congurable when the device is not assigned to a
show. SYMPHOLIGHT must have had control once over the Node for the
settings to take effect.
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The employment of a discrete network is recommended.
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Note down all employed and, if applicable, reserved IP
addresses. Keep the information for future network
congurations.
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You can change the login password to the
SYMPL dmx Node's conguration page and the device
name of the SYMPL dmx Node at “Settings” page. Do not
forget the new password.

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Test mode
To access the web interface, open a common web browser on a connected
PC. Enter the device's IP address into the address bar:
e.g. http://192.168.123.1.
At Startup Setting and Ofine Setting, the setting “send MARK” sends a
MARK (a logical one) on the bus: no data are sent to the xtures and the
DMX port awaits further commands. With the setting “High Impedance”,
the same behavior without sending a MARK is congured. It is
recommended to use “High Impedance” for backup systems only.
Running Startup Setting is indicated by ashing DMX/RDM status LEDs.
Please note that when you select an content image (snapshot) at these
settings, the framerate of the displayed image is reduced to 20 FPS.
6 Test mode
- SYMPHOLIGHT v5.0 or higher needed-
The SYMPL dmx Node provides a Test mode for the connected DMX
devices. The Test mode is designed for DMX luminaires. There are two
kinds: using the Identify button and using the web interface of the
SYMPL dmx Node.
Please note that the Test mode overwrites all other DMX output like running
shows, Startup Setting’s or Ofine Setting’s output for the time of testing. A
running show, the Startup and the Ofine output respectively are reverted to
after exiting the Test mode.
The Test mode is indicated by ickering DMX/RDM LED(s) and the blinking
Test / Error LED.
Test mode via Identify button
See section (C) on page 11 at “2.4 Identify button: Identication & Reset
& Testing”.
Test mode via Web interface
The web interface of the SYMPL dmx Node provides four different test