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- Page 1 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi User Guide V3.x.x...
- Page 2 The information in this documentation is supplied without warranty of any kind, either directly or indirectly, and is subject to change without prior written notice. Luminex, its employees or appointed representatives will not be held responsible for any damages to software, hardware, or data, howsoever arising as a direct or indirect result of the product(s) mentioned herein.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Warranty information................5 Limited warranty................5 Returning under warranty.............. 5 Freight..................5 General..................6 Packaging..................6 Description.................. 6 Specification................6 Dimensions................6 Weight..................6 Electrical.................. 6 Connectors................6 Environmental................7 Connectivity..................8 Rear panel................... 8 Mains..................8 DMX input / output..............8 Interface.................. - Page 4 Application examples..............51 Point to point................5 1 Point to multi-point..............52 Repeater................5 3 Tools :..................55 Checking your computer IP address:..........55 Checking the connection ............55 Specifications (Wireless Device):..........56 Additional Documentation..............57 Page 4 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi...
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Page 5: Warranty Information
Returning under warranty Any Product unit or parts returned to Luminex LCE must be packaged in a suitable manner to ensure the protection of such Product unit or parts, and such package shall be clearly and prominently marked to indicate that the package contains returned Product units or parts. -
Page 6: General
1 x User guide + CD Rom • Description The Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi is an Ethernet node that serves 8 DMX512 outlets, compatible with the ArtNet protocol. All 8 outlets are conform to the DMX-512A and can be used as input or output. -
Page 7: Connectivity
Pin 2 Data complement (-) Pin 3 Data true (+) Pin 4 Not used Pin 5 Not used All outlets are compliant with the DMX512-A timing specification and are terminated and rebiased. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 7 of 54... -
Page 8: Interface
This sequence is available even if the node is password protected through Web interface. Page 8 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 9: Unlock The Node
4. Wait until “Reboot default” message is displayed 5. Release buttons, then press enter to confirm 6. “FACTORY RESTART !! WAIT !!” is displayed 7. The node is now in a factory default: IP: 2.0.0.2 / 2.0.0.3 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 9 of 54... -
Page 10: Network Configuration
Enter Enter with the left right keys whether you want to confirm your changes or cancel them. Press ENTER in the convenient screen to Confirm or to Cancel the IP setting. Page 10 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 11: Udp Ports Setting
In this confirmation screen you can choose with the left right keys whether you want to confirm your changes or cancel them. Press ENTER in the convenient screen to Confirm or to Cancel the UDP port setting. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 11 of 54... -
Page 12: Dmx Configuration
Happily, if you're not used to work on hexadecimal values, the node allows you to set you outlet DMX line in decimal value. The corresponding hexadecimal value will be displayed in brackets. Example: Outlet : 1 Univ: 0 (00) Page 12 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 13: Outlet Route
The DMX outlet outputs normal DMX data coming in over ArtNet. Zero DMX outlet outputs DMX data with all zero values for all 512 channels. Univ (Universe) Sets the outlet's DMX line address. ArtNet Hexadecimal value is available in brackets Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 13 of 54... - Page 14 (HTP, LTP, Backup, S1 only, S2 only..) on each channel of the selected outlet. You can also set here the Trigger channel to remotely change theses policies through DMX. Page 14 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi...
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Page 15: Dmx Input
> > CONFIRM > < CANCEL < < Enable Enables the outlet Disables the outlet Dir (Direction) Output Sets the outlet as DMX output Input Sets the outlet as DMX input Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 15 of 54... - Page 16 The node will not switch back automatically to the previous ArtNet stream. You'll have to switch yourself to the previous ArtNet stream by using the recover channel patched in the enabled trigger universe. See page 28 Page 16 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi...
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Page 17: Merged Dmx Input
Web server. See page 28 for more details. Offset Sets the offset address of where the merging of the second outlet has to start. This option is not applicable in BACKUP and mode. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 17 of 54... -
Page 18: Frame Rate Setting
50 uS Enter Use Up and Down keys to change the DMX Save setup ? Save setup ? > > MAB setting (12-88 uS). CONFIRM > < CANCEL < < Enter Enter Page 18 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 19: Dmx Output Time Setting
Use Up and Down keys to change the DMX Enter output time setting (continuously or 1-10 Save setup ? Save setup ? > > minutes). CONFIRM > < CANCEL < < Enter Enter Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 19 of 54... -
Page 20: Global Settings
4 x 2 merged inputs in HTP mode at 0(00) to 3(03) 10 4 x MergeLtp 4 x 2 merged inputs in LTP mode at 0(00) to (03) 11 4 x Backup 4 x 2 backup inputs at 0(00) to 3(03) Page 20 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 21: Recall Profile
When network settings are recalled, the IP and UDP port settings will be modified as well to default values. So if you do not want to touch you're already configured network setting say NO here. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 21 of 54... -
Page 22: Store Profile
This screen quickly display the firmware version running on the node. This can be useful to check if you're running the latest version. Visit our Web site to download the latest firmware : www.luminex.be Page 22 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 23: Status Indication
Outlet 1 is configured as a zero output (continuously 12345678 outputting DMX zero values for all 512 channels). The < z..> status indication on outlet 1 will continuously change between ., z and Z Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 23 of 54... -
Page 24: Web Interface
You'll end up at the status page of the device. This page has a complete overview of the device settings. The overview shows the actual DMX and network setting / routing of the complete device. Page 24 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 25: Setup
Here you can also change the IP address, Netmask, port and the ArtNet short and long name indication. Same settings are available for outlets 5 to 8 by clicking on “Node 2” in the left navigation menu. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 25 of 54... -
Page 26: Dmx Routing
Unicast provides you to cast you data to a selected IP address, resulting in a lower use of bandwidth. All setting that are not applicable for the actual setting will be grayed out or marked as N/A (Not Applicable). Page 26 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 27: Merging Policies
You will not be able to configure a universe address for the second outlet, as the merged result will end at the universe address of the first outlet (primary input). Instead of Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 27 of 54... - Page 28 If you choose “Custom” policy, a small blue icon will also appear on the left side of “Outlet 2” label; then click on it, a new pop up frame appears : Page 28 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi...
- Page 29 Once your patch is created, click submit to close the window, then click submit again on the node page to record your settings. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 29 of 54...
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Page 30: Inputs (Ip Merging)
This mode can be very useful in the case of 2 control sources located in different places in the network wants to control the same DMX device in the same time. Illustration 5: Output IP merging Page 30 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... - Page 31 If you choose “Custom”, click on the blue icon left sided to the “Outlet” label. A pop up frame appears: Illustration 6: DMX Output custom IP merging You can find in this pop up frame similar features as when using the Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 31 of 54...
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Page 32: Recover Channel
Trigger universe. You'll also need to patch or assign a DMX trigger channel to your control source; here is the DMX chart of the Luminex DMX trigger channel : 0 - 7 Do nothing... -
Page 33: Patch Files
Patch files : All those soft patches can be recorded or loaded from or to the node by using “Load Patch” or “Export patch” buttons. Luminex node recognize .txt files. These are “TAB” separated files which can be edited using spreadsheet software (Excel, OO Calc,...) -
Page 34: Network Settings
ArtNet IP addresses (2.x.x.x or 10.x.x.x). The Port field allows you to change the UDP port used on the network to transmit your UDP ArtNet packets. Luminex recommend no to change this value. Node identification :... -
Page 35: Global
DMX Output time can be set to 1 – 10 minutes or continuously. This time sets how long an output remains outputting it's last DMX levels after no valid DMX packet came in for that particular universe on ArtNet. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 35 of 54... -
Page 36: Miscellaneous
“locking code” field. Once the node is locked, you'll have to enter the 4 digit password through front end buttons or through Web interface password field. Read the “Unlock the node” chapter to see the complete procedure. Page 36 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 37: Toolbox
When recalling a profile, an other page will appear to ask whether to recall your network settings as well or only the outlet routings. When saving a profile a next page will ask you to fill in a profile name. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 37 of 54... -
Page 38: Firmware Upgrade
This page shows the actual firmware version running on the unit below the file upload field. The latest firmware file can always be downloaded from the Luminex web pages. Http://www.luminex.be To install the firmware on the Ethernet-DMX8 / WiFi follow these steps: 1. -
Page 39: Wireless
Other 802.11 systems, using for show or not. • If you are using 2,4Ghz cordless phones, X-10 equipment or • other security systems, ceiling fans, your wireless connection can be degraded. Try changing your channel on the Ethernet Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 39 of 54... - Page 40 6. By default, the Ethernet DMX8/W comes with 1 omni directional 2 Dbi antennas. To cover longer distances that these antenna offers, Luminex recommend to use high gain antenna such as directional or omni directional antenna. Pay attention to the type of connector fixed on the antenna.
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Page 41: Set The Ethernet Dmx8/W Wireless Device
5. Click Properties. This opens the Local Area Connections Properties window. 6. In the General tab, highlight the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item, and click Properties. This opens the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 41 of 54... - Page 42 IP address 2.1.0.1 in the address field. You've just reached the Ethernet DMX8/W wireless device Web page. This page gives you a summary of the wireless device configuration. Each Page 42 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi...
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Page 43: Network
IP address may not be visible on the network. Subnet Mask: 255.0.0.0 is the default subnet Mask. All devices on the network must have the same subnet mask to communicate on the network. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 43 of 54... -
Page 44: Wireless Settings
SSID can be up to 32 characters in length. Mode: Default is “Client”. This menu define the way your device operates. Luminex Wireless systems use a centralized infrastructure, that means one or several clients connected to a main access point. Even for a two units link (point to point), you will need an Access point and a client. - Page 45 5Ghz frequencies. As more and more 2.4Ghz devices are used all over the world, it can be very useful to swap to this frequency range which is much more quieter. Auto is the default channel. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 45 of 54...
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Page 46: Site Survey
None – No security Policy. WPA-PSK Encryption: Use WPA-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre- Shared Key) to obtain a better security policy. Luminex as already entered a default passphrase to use with this encryption. This value is viewable on the status page. WPA-PSK is the default policy. Luminex use a WPA-PSK TKIP encryption. -
Page 47: Advanced
SSID. The key is 63 alpha-numeric characters long. Firmware upgrade: Click on the “browse” button and select the corresponding firmware. The firmware is available on Luminex Website, section -> Support. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 47 of 54... -
Page 48: Status Page
Channel : Channel used by the connected device Rate : Throughput available between the 2 stations dBm : Strength of signal of incoming packets from the station (in Decibel per milliwatts) Page 48 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 49: Reseting The Ethernet Dmx8/W Wireless Device
Always keep in mind you can't stream more than 8 universes between two Ethernet-DMX 8/W on a 5Ghz link, 4 universes on a 2.4Ghz link, 8 universes on a 2.4Ghz link in unicast mode ! Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 49 of 54... -
Page 50: Point To Multi-Point
The use of wireless bi-directionality and the enhanced features of the node 8/W allows you to work in a two way system, meaning that you can control lights attached to B from a desk attached to D. Page 50 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 51: Repeater
To do so, you can use a Node 8/W and set its wireless device to act as an access point ( Node B on the drawing). The 2 others nodes will be set as clients. Thus they now communicate through the centralized access point. Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 51 of 54... -
Page 52: Tools
Using interval timing and response rate, ping estimates the round- trip-time and packets loss rate between hosts. To do a ping test, go to Start>Run>Type CMD> Type Ping followed by the IP address of the device you want to reach Page 52 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi... -
Page 53: Specifications (Wireless Device)
Transmitter output power: 802.11b: 20 dBm 802.11a: 17 dBm 802.11g: 17 dBm • Environnemental: Operating temperature: 0~60C • Operating Humidity (non condensing): 20~80% • Storage temperature: -20~65°C • Storage humidity: 95% Max • Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi Page 53 of 54... -
Page 54: Additional Documentation
Additional Documentation All additional documentation can be downloaded from our web pages in the support section. Http://www.luminex.be --> Support Page 54 of 54 Ethernet - DMX8 / WiFi...
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