Schnick-Schnack-Systems DMX Pixel-Router User manual

DMX Pixel-
Router
User Guide

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© 2015 Schnick-Schnack-Systems GmbH
Version 2015: All technical data and the weight and dimension
information were carefully created – errors reserved. Any colour
deviations are printing-related.
We reserve the right to make changes that serve further impro-
vement.

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Table of Contents
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Overview 
Connectivity 
Menu 
Installation 
System Cabling 
To Access the Web Server 
Web Server Settings 
Homepage 
Operation Mode 
Short Name/Long Name 
Output Ports 
Log Files 
Network Overview 
Help/Contact 
Technical Data 
Pin Connection 
Table Art-Net™ Universes -

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Overview
The DMX Pixel-Router is a powerful and ecient Ethernet DMX converter that also
allows LED systems from third party providers to be controlled with Schnick-Schnack-
Systems proven technology.
With its video-to-LED enhanced processor, the DMX Pixel-Router far outpaces the
competition. It has an optimized, multi-tasking, real-time operating system to process
and transmit video data synchronously and with very low latency.
The DMX Pixel-Router is compatible with the protocols sACN and Art-Net™ by using the
Ethernet input. Schnicknet is of course also supported. The DMX Pixel-Router is one
of the few devices on the market that can process Ethernet bursts with more than 250
universes.
Because it uses the Generation 3 System Wide Sync from Schnick-Schnack-Systems, all
four DMX outputs are synchronized with the source. (Prerequisite: the source must also
use the System Wide Sync, for example the Pixel-Gate)
Optically isolated outputs provide an additional operational reliability, which is espe-
cially important for larger installations. Mounting takes place via a top-hat rail.
The Router can be completely congured remotely thanks to an integrated HTML 5.0
web server and out having to rely on additional soware.
Upon delivery, the Router is in Demo mode (consecutive color gradient) on all four
outputs.

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Connectivity
The following connectors are located on the unit:
pin assignment
DMX Out 1-4
GND
DATA - DATA +
Out 1-4 DMX output
Ethernet Ethernet input
Power 24V connection
pin assignment
Power
GND
+24V Power 1
+24V Power 2 *
*Redundant power supply is optional for
increased operational reliability

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Menu
The following LEDs are located on the front of the unit:
ID Lights up blue when the search/highlight function is
activated in the web server
Power Lights up red when hooked up to electricity
ETH Lights up green when a physical Ethernet connection
exists
Link Lights up yellow when data is being received
Out 1-4 Lights up green when a DMX signal for the
corresponding output is received and transmitted
Reset
To activate the Reset button, poke a thin object through the opening at the front. You
can re-start the unit by pressing the Reset button briefly. If you press the Reset button
longer than five seconds, the unit returns to the factory settings and re-starts (Power
LED blinks). When you press the Reset button longer than 15 seconds, the IP setting
also is re-set in addition to the factory settings (ID LED blinks) and the unit re-starts.

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Third party products
or
Schnick-Schnack-Systems products
DMX Pixel-Router
Power supply
External
Signal input
Ethernet
DMX
Power supply
DMX Pixel-Router 24V
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System Start-Up
Check the device for any damage incurred during transit immediately aer unpacking.
A damaged unit must not be put into operation.
If the DMX Pixel-Router has been taken from a cold environment into a warm interior
aer transportation, allow at least one hour for it to warm up before it is put into
operation. This allows possibly formed condensation to evaporate and therefore the
electronics are not endangered.When in operation, please make sure that the ventila-
tion slits are not covered up. The supply air temperature should not exceed 35°C.
Keep the unit out of direct sunlight at all times. Never clean the device with aggressive
cleaners. For cleaning purposes, the wiping of the device with a moist cloth is su-
cient. In the case of stubborn dirt, a mild cleaner can be used on the moistened cloth.
System Cabling

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To Access the Web Server
Step 1
Connect the PC and the device with a network cable.
Step 2
Congure the network card for Art-Net™.
Caution: please note previous settings so they can
be entered again later.
Fuse
USB 1
out
USB 2
out
USB
in SD / mmc
Ethernet
Activity Link
DMX
Activity in
Fuse
Out 3Out 4
Fuse
Out 2
Fuse
Out 1
IP-adress 2.0.0.1
subnet mask 255.0.0.0

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Step 3
Find the Router’s IP address on the back of the unit.
Step 4
Enter IP address in the browser.
Fuse
USB 1
out
USB 2
out
USB
in SD / mmc
Ethernet
Activity Link
DMX
Activity in
Fuse
Out 3Out 4
Fuse
Out 2
Fuse
Out 1

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Web Server Settings
Homepage
This is where the basic data for the DMX Pixel-Router is display-
ed.
Highlight o/on: when switching to Highlight on, the blue
ID-LED lights up on the Router. With the help of the High-
light-Button, especially for larger installations, the device that
it’s being congured via the web server can be detect.
By clicking on “click to unlock” you can change the Operation
Mode as well as the name of the Power Supply.

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Operation Mode
The following modes are available for your use:
QuickPatch Network
The QuickPatch Network mode oers the possibility to handle
several universes and and allows to assign universes and start
addresses to the outputs.
Manual RGB
In this menu option, it’s possible to set a colour for all output
channels in a very easy way by using the DMX Pixel-Router.
Demo Fast/Demo Slow
In this mode, all connected RGB luminaries show a repetitive
predetermined colour change. The two modes dier only in the
throughput speed.
Update
New soware versions keep products up to date with the latest
features and are available on request.
Press “Click to save changes” to save changes.
Short Name/Long Name
In this eld, you can give the DMX Pixel-Router an individual
name.
The names are shown in the grey list making it easier to iden-
tify the DMX Pixel-Router.
They will also be shown in the network overview as well as in
some Art-Net™ capable devices or soware tools.

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Output Ports
Under the menu item “Output Ports” you can see an overview
of the outputs of the Router. Here you can set the Output Mode
(optional) and the Colour Gain.
Output Mode
In this version of the Pixel-Router, only DMX512 is available.
Colour Gain
With this function, the colour channels red, green and blue can
be set darker. With 255, this function is deactivated.
Refresh
Page is reloaded, unsaved changes will be lost.

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Log Files
Service page for error analysis (internal).
The processes in the Router are logged and if applicable make
error analysis easier.
If needed, the log les can be downloaded as a TXT File with
“Download as”. Log les will be lost in the event of re-starting
or power loss and will be re-logged from that moment on.

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Network Overview
This page clearly lists all DMX Pixel-Router found in the same
network.
Clicking on the IP address takes you to the website of the res-
pective device.
The list can be sorted according to for example IP address or
Short Name by clicking on the relevant column headings.

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Help/Contact
Press “Download Support” to download log les that help
with error analysis.

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Technical Data
Dimensions
Operating voltage
Power consumption
Power connection
DMX protocol
DMX output
Network input
Network protocol
Weight
17× × mm (W×H ×D)
DC voltage V
,W
Phoenix cable plug with
redundant power supply,
securing better operational
reliability especially for lar-
ger installations
DMX  A- USITT
Phoenix cable plug optically
isolated
RJ45 socket with integrated
transformer
Art-Net™, Schnicknet, sACN
(ANSII)
95g
Pin Connection
DMX 5pin connector
Case
Data GND Data- Data+ n/a n/a n/a
Connectors Schnick-Schnack-Systems
1
2
3
4
GND
DMX -
DMX +
24 V

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Art-Net™ Standard
(Hexadecimal Numbering)
Schnick-Schnack-Systems
(Decimal Numbering)
MA-Lighting Numbering
Subnet Universe
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 B  
 C  
 D  
 E  
 F  
   
   
   
   
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   
   
   
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 B  
 C  
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   
   
Conversion Table Art-Net™ Universes

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Art-Net™ Standard
(Hexadecimal Numbering)
Schnick-Schnack-Systems
(Decimal Numbering)
MA-Lighting Numbering
Subnet Universe
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   
   
 A  
 B  
 C  
 D  
 E  
 F  
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
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 A  
 B  
 C  
 D  
 E  
 F  
   
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   
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   
   
   
 A  
 B  
 C  
 D  

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   -
Art-Net™ Standard
(Hexadecimal Numbering)
Schnick-Schnack-Systems
(Decimal Numbering)
MA-Lighting Numbering
Subnet Universe
 E  
 F  
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 A  
 B  
 C  
 D  
 E  
 F  
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 A  
 B  
 C  
 D  
 E  
 F  
   
   
   
   
   

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Art-Net™ Standard
(Hexadecimal Numbering)
Schnick-Schnack-Systems
(Decimal Numbering)
MA-Lighting Numbering
Subnet Universe
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   
   
   
   
 A  
 B  
 C  
 D  
 E  
 F  
   
   
   
   
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   
   
   
   
 A  
 B  
 C  
 D  
 E  
 F  
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 A  
 B  