WorkPro LS-Node Series User manual

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March 2019
LS-Node

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LS-Node is the new range of network nodes from the lightShark family. Under the generic name LS-NODE,
the range includes three different models - LS-Node1, LS-Node2 and LS-Node4 - . These multiprotocol
RDM/DMX streaming devices are fully compatible with any lighting control or device that supports ArtNet or
sACN standards.
At WorkPro we hope it meets all your expectations.
Thank you very much for trusting us.
Introducción
LS-Node

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LIghtShark series user manual
By WorkPro
Equipson S.A.
Copyright
© Equipson SA 2018, All rights reserved.
No part of this manual, including the products or software described herein, may be reproduced, transmitted,
or translated into any language in any form or by any means without the express prior written consent of
Equipson S.A.
The guarantee of the product or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modied or
altered, unless the repair, modication or alteration is authorized in writing by Equipson SA; (2) the serial
number of the product cannot be clearly read or is not present.
EQUIPSON SA PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES, MARKET
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ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE
PRODUCTS AND/OR THE SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.
The products and corporate names appearing in this manual may (or may not) be trademarks or copyrights
of their respective companies, and are used herein only for identication or explanatory purposes and for the
benet of the owner, without intent to infringe such standards.
Policy
This equipment complies with EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and LVD 2006/95/EC.
This product is approved by the following safety standards: EN 60950~1:2006 + A11:2009 + A1:2010 +
A12:2011 + A2:2013
AND EMC standards EN55022: 2010 EN61000-3-3: 2013 EN55020:2007+ A11 EN61000-4-2: 2009
EN61000-4-3: 2006 + A1+ A2
ATTENTION: Any modication or change made to this device, unless explicitly approved by Equipson SA,
will void the authorization to use this device.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
For further details please contact: Equipson SA, AV El Saler nº14, Silla, Valencia, Spain. Telephone: +34
961 216 301 E-mail: [email protected]

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1-Introduction
1.1 Safety instructions . . . . . . . .
1.2 Product Description . . . . . . . .
1.3 Box content . . . . . . . . .
1.4 Product overview . . . . . . . .
2-Conguration and Operation
2.1 Accesing the WebServer . . . . . . .
2.2 Port conguration . . . . . . . .
2.3 Setting ports as output . . . . . . . .
2.4 Setting ports as input . . . . . . . .
3-Updating & Reset
3.1 Firmware Update . . . . . . . .
3.2 Device Reset . . . . . . . . .
4-Support
4.1 Support . . . . . . . . .
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Sección 1: Introduction
1.1 Safety Instructions
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before starting to work with the product.
These notes include important safety information about installation, use, and maintenance.
• Before using this product, carefully read the instruction manual and keep it for future
reference.
• You must use a power supply according to the voltage marked on the rear panel, you
will void the warranty in case of using an inadequate voltage.
• Before connecting the device to the electric outlet ensure that the power cord is not
damaged.
• Always connect the device to the power supply supplied in the box.
• Install the device in a at and stable location.
• This product is rated IP20 so do not install near water or wetness, it is for indoor use
only.
• Place the device away from heat sources such as radiators. Make sure there are no
ammable materials near the device when it is in operation.
• Never connect the device to an electrical regulator or rheostat.
• To prevent the risk of shock, do not open or disassemble the unit.
• Never pull the power cord to turn off the device.
• If you install the device at a high place, please make sure that the bracket is properly
xed and secured.
• Equipson SA will not accept any liability for damage caused by unauthorized
modications or improper use of the device.
• If the device needs repair, contact Equipson SA or an authorized distributor.

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1.3 Box Content
The following items are included in the box:
LS-Node device: Depending on model: LS-Node1, LS-Node2, LS-Node4.
USB power cable ( 1m ): connect one end to the LS-Node and the other end to the
USB power adapter.
USB Power Adapter: To power the LS-Node, it includes different types of plugs for
worldwide use. Simply select the correct adapter to plug it in.
1.2 Product Description
This series of small devices are available in the same format as ¼ rackmount LS-Core and
are powered via USB-C or via PoE, which is useful when used in installations where they
can be racked using the optional LS-AR 19 accessory.
All LS-Node devices have an integrated two-port Ethernet switch and are multiprotocol,
supporting industry standards ArtNet and sACN.
LS-Node is fully compatible with LightShark consoles and can also be congured via a
internal webserver, allowing users to congure parameters such as frame rate (15 to 40 hz),
rmware updates, independent routing of DMX ports (any universe can be routed
to any of the DMX ports independently) and usage modes.
All models have several usage modes:
-Single mode: RDM/DMX to ArtNet/sACN converter, congurable via web.
-Merger mode: where the LS-Node can receive different universes (via ArtNet/sACN or
DMX) and merge them in the same output via HTP/LTP modes.
-Backup mode: when the LS-Node works in Backup mode with two connected consoles,
the device can detect a connection loss from the main console and switch automatically
to the Backup console, with a maximum latency of 3 seconds.
NOTE The Firmware version used to make this manual is v.0.19.

ArtNet/sACN TYPE-C:5v,2A
POE
POWER
RESET
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1.4 Product Overview
DMX OUT DMX IN
DMX-1 OUT DMX-1 IN DMX-2 OUT DMX-2 IN
DMX-1 IN/OUT DMX-2 IN/OUT DMX-3 IN/OUT DMX-4 IN/OUT
LS-Node 1.
Front view
Rear View
LS-Node 2.
LS-Node 4.

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ArtNet/sACN TYPE-C:5v,2A
POE
POWER
RESET
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1: Activity Led, if you receive Art-Net or sACN the led will ash quickly.
2: Link Led, indicates that the ethernet port is connected to the network.
3: Ethernet port A, which is a Neutrik etherCON connector with which to connect the
node to the network.
4: Ethernet port B, which is a Neutrik etherCON connector to connect the node to
the network. The B port (unlike the A port) allows you to power the Node through
P.o.E.
5: Power LED, which is illuminated when the Node is connected to the USB-C
power or to a P.o.E switch .
6: Reset switch, allows you to return to the original factory conguration of the
device.
7: USB Type-C port, to supply power to the Node. It is possible to power it from the
USB port of any computer or laptop, or a USB-C power supply. The device is
supplied with a USB power supply and a USB Type A-C cable.
8: Activity LED, the LED will illuminate Green when it is assigned an active universe.
DMX-1 IN/OUT DMX-2 IN/OUT DMX-3 IN/OUT DMX-4 IN/OUT
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Product Dimensions
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Sección 2: Conguration & Operation
2.1 Web Server Access
LS-Node devices are congured through WebServer. To access, connect your LS-Node
device to the LAN and from a laptop, tablet, or smartphone ... access the IP address 2.0.0.1
2.0.0.1
NOTE Note that the computer or tablet from which you want to connect must be in the same
subnet as the nodes.
NOTE The use of Safari, FireFox, or Chrome web browsers is recommended.
NOTE If you use iOS devices, the minimum software version required in iOS9
NOTE It is possible to congure LS-Node devices over the Internet, you only need to
redirect port 80 on your router to the IP address of the device.
From the DEVICE SETTINGS window it is possible to adjust the IP address of the devices
and their name.
2.0.0.1

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From the PORT SETUP window it is possible to congure each of the ports of the LS-Node
devices.
2.2 Port Conguration
Select PORT SETUP window to congure each of the ports of the LS-Node devices.
1: Port selection, allows you to select between each of the different ports. Note that
depending on the LS-Node model selected you will have access to more or less
ports.
2: ENABLE, allows you to enable or disable each port independently.
3: PORT DIRECTION, allows you to select to congure each port independently as
input or output. Note that the LS-Node 1 and 2 models have specic connectors for
input or output, while the LS-Node4 uses the same connectors as input or output.

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1: PROTOCOL, allows you to select between the different supported protocols.
ArtNet is a communications protocol for the transmission of the DMX512-A
lighting control protocol and the remote device management protocol (RDM)
over the user datagram protocol (UDP). It is used for communication between
"nodes" (e.g. intelligent lighting devices) and a "server" (a lighting console or
lighting control software for general-purpose computers).
ACN is a set of network protocols for the control of entertainment technology
equipment, especially when used in live performances or large-scale installations.
ACN is maintained by the Entertainment Services and Technology Association and
its rst ofcial release was ANSI Standard E1.17- 2006 - Entertainment
Technology - Architecture for Control Networks. The standard was subsequently revised
and published as ANSI E1.17-2010.
ACN was initially designed to be placed over UDP/IP and will therefore work over
most IP transports.
2: FRAME RATE, allows you to congure the DMX frame rate of the output ports.
This option is only available when the port is congured as output.
3: MODE, allows you to congure the working mode. Depending on how the port is
congured the Port Direction will be displayed. Section 2.3 and 2.4 describe each
of the possible congurations.
4: UNIVERSE, allows you to select the working universes. Depending on how it is
congured the operating mode ( MODE ) you may see different options.
Section 2.3 and 2.4 describe each of the possible congurations.

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2.3 Setting ports as output
From the PORT SETUP window, select the port you wish to congure and set the "PORT
DIRECTION" to "OUT".
By setting the port as output the LS-Node will convert the ArtNet or ACN information
received on the network ports to DMX via the XLR-5 output ports. It is possible to
congure the output mode ( MODE ) as SINGLE or as MERGER:
In this mode the LS-Node functions as a simple node, converting the ArtNet/ACN input to
DMX.
Single Mode
ArtNet/sACN TYPE-C:5v,2A
POE
POWER
RESET
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In this mode the ArtNet/ACN input of 2 universe is mixed and converted to DMX. When
merging the two universes it is possible to select the type ( HTP or LTP ):
HTP: In this mode two universes are merged in one using the priority HTP ( Highest
Takes Precedence ) processing the level of each of the channels. This mode is
useful for controlling the same equipment with two different DMX controllers.
LTP: In this mode two universes will be merged into one using the LTP ( Latest
Takes Preference ) priority forwarding universe A ( UNIVERSE ) or universe B
( SECONDARY ) to the DMX output depending on the input that had the last change
of +/- 1 value in any of the channels.
The LS-Node also allows a forwarding of the merger of Universe A (UNIVERSE) and
Universe B (SECONDARY) to a third universe through ArtNet or ACN.
Merger Mode
ArtNet/sACN TYPE-C:5v,2A
POE
POWER
RESET
DMX OUT DMX IN

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2.4 Setting ports as input
From the PORT SETUP window, select the port you wish to congure and set the "PORT
DIRECTION" property to "IN".
By conguring the port as input the LS-Node will convert DMX information received on
XLR-5 input ports to Art-Net or ACN via Ethernet ports. It is possible to congure the
output mode ( MODE ) as NORMAL or as BACKUP:
In this mode the LS-Node functions as a simple node, converting the ArtNet/ACN input to
DMX.
Normal Mode
ArtNet/sACN TYPE-C:5v,2A
POE
POWER
RESET
DMX OUT DMX IN
ArtNet/ACN Fixture
ArtNet/ACN Fixture

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In this mode the LS-Node can be used to connect 2 consoles on the DMX input ports and
send the signal from one of them via ArtNet or ACN. If the signal from one of the DMX inputs
is lost, the LS-Node will automatically switch (after 3 seconds) to the second DMX input port.
If the signal returns the LS-Node will switch automatically again as soon as the rst DMX
frame is received.
Through UNIVERSE you can dene the ArtNet/ACN universe to which the DMX signal
received on the XLR-5 ports will be sent.
Through SECONDARY you can dene the port to which it will switch in case the input
signal of that port is lost.
Backup Mode
ArtNet/sACN TYPE-C:5v,2A
POE
POWER
RESET
DMX-1 OUT DMX-1 IN DMX-2 OUT DMX-2 IN
ArtNet/ACN Fixture
ArtNet/ACN Fixture

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Sección 3: Updating & Reset
3.1 Firmware Update
LS-Node devices allow rmware updates via the web server by connecting to the following
address: http://2.0.0.1/uploadle.html
The latest rmware update can be found on the WorkPro website. Please download it
and click on the "SELECT FILE" button, you will be shown the le browser where you
should select the downloaded rmware. Then press the "UPLOAD FILE" button.
You should wait 30 seconds while the device is updated and restarted. Do not turn off or
disconnect the device during this process. A conrmation message will be displayed
when the update is complete.

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3.2 Device Reset
It is possible to restore the LS-Node to its original factory state:
1-Connect the LS-Node
2-Keep the reset button pressed for 5 seconds
3-Release the button. The device will restart by loading the default values.
ArtNet/sACN TYPE-C:5v,2A
POE
POWER
RESET

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Sección 4: Support
4.1 Support
In case you need assistance:
-If you are in Spain please contact Equipson S.A
-If you are in any other country, please contact your local distributor.
CONTACT
Equipson SA
Poligono industrial L´Alteró
Silla (Spain)
Email: [email protected]
Voice: [phone]