Signal Connections; Art-Net™ Connection; Sacn Connection; Kling-Net Connection - Chauvet Epix Drive 900 User Manual

Signal Connections

Art-Net™
Connection
sACN
Connection
Kling-Net
Connection
Connection
Diagram
ÉPIX Drive 900 User Manual Rev. 2
You can link the ÉPIX Drive 900 to controller software using an Ethernet connection. If using
other Art-Net™, sACN or Kling-Net-compatible products with the ÉPIX Drive 900, you can
control each individually on a single network.
Art-Net™ is an Ethernet protocol that uses TCP/IP which transfers a large amount of DMX512
data using an Neutrik® etherCON® RJ45 connection over a large network. An Art-Net™
protocol document is available from www.chauvetprofessional.com.
Art-Net™ designed by and copyright Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd.
Also known as ANSI E1.31, Streaming-ACN is an Ethernet protocol that uses the layering and
formatting of Architecture for Control Networks to transport DMX512 data over IP or any other
ACN compatible network. ACN is maintained by the Professional Lighting and Sound
Association (PLASA).
Kling-Net is a network protocol that allows auto configuration of display devices using a
Neutrik® etherCON® RJ45 Ethernet connection. Refer to the ArKaos software manual for
detailed instructions on programming this product.
For smooth-running operation, ArKaos Kling-Net requires a gigabit (1000 Mbps)
Ethernet card and network router.
Computer/Controller
(running Kling-Net, Art-Net™,
or sACN protocol)
Never connect an ÉPIX product to the WAN port of a router.
Switch or Router
(such as the NET-Switch
from CHAUVET Professional)
Setup
ÉPIX Drive 900
To other Kling-Net, Art-Net™,
or sACN Devices
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