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- Page 1 PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual Hardware Rev 1.0 - 1 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
6.4 - Hardware Test Pattern 7 - Firmware Updates 7.1 - Performing a Standard Update 7.2 - Performing a Recovery Firmware Update 8 - Specifications 8.1 - Operating Specifications 8.2 - Mechanical Specifications - 2 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... - Page 3 9 - Troubleshooting 9.1 - LED Codes 9.2 - No Power/Status LEDs 9.3 - No Pixel Control 9.4 - Other Issues 9.5 - Reset to Factory Defaults 10 - Disclaimer - 3 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222...
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Page 4: Introduction
2 - Introduction This is the user manual for the PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO pixel controller, hardware version 1.0. The PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO controllers convert E1.31 (sACN) or Art-Net protocols from a lighting console, media server or computer lighting software into various pixel LED protocols. -
Page 5: Safety Notes
Appropriate anti-static measures should be observed when handling the board. For example, you should never sit the controller on carpet, and you should avoid touching components on the controller unnecessarily. - 5 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... -
Page 6: Installation
The total maximum current is 30 Amps. Figure 1: Location of Power Input - 6 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... -
Page 7: Output Fuses & Power Injection
4.2 - Output Fuses & Power Injection Each individual output is protected by a mini blade fuse. The PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO comes with 5A5A fuses by default. You may use any value of fuse, up to and including 7.5A, depending on your specific application. - Page 8 The cable length between the output and the first pixel should not exceed 15m. Figure 3 shows the pin-out of the pixel output connectors. - 8 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222...
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Page 9: Expanded Mode
This is especially important if you are using close to the maximum number of pixels per output. The pinout for expanded mode is shown in Figure 4 below. Figure 4: Expanded Mode Pixel Output Pinout - 9 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... -
Page 10: Network Configuration
Figure 5: Network Layout using a Server and Switch Figure 5 shows a typical network topology for the PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO controller(s) LAN. Installations using multicast sACN will benefit from the use of IGMP Snooping enabled network equipment when there are more multicast universes on the network than any one PixLite is using. -
Page 11: Ip Addressing
IP address or times out to its default IP. After this, the power LED will remain on solid and the status LED will flash, indicating it is in run mode and ready for use. - 11 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... -
Page 12: Using A Switch/Direct
IP address other than the default. Figure 7 shows a screenshot of typical computer network settings to communicate with a PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO controller for the first time without a router. - 12 - www.advateklights.com... -
Page 13: Forcing The Default Ip Address
You should now be able to set up your PC’s network settings to find the controller at this IP and change the IP settings to a preferred static IP address. - 13 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... -
Page 14: Operation
20 fps at the low end on data only pixels and up to 100+ fps at the higher end. 6.3.2 - DMX512 Output The PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO provides 1 DMX512 output which can be accessed by pluggable screw terminal connectors. The hardware layer on which the DMX512 protocol - 14 - www.advateklights.com... -
Page 15: Fan Output
If the controller is running above 12V, usage of this feature is highly recommended. Basic operation is as follows: In the Advatek Assistant, the user can set a target temperature that the enclosure will ideally not exceed. The controller will then - 15 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... -
Page 16: Hardware Test Pattern
DMX512 outputs simultaneously. Pressing the 'Factory IP' button while in test mode will move through each of the patterns successively in one continuous loop. - 16 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... - Page 17 Advatek Assistant. In this way you can test if that part of your configuration is correct and isolate other possible problems with the incoming Ethernet data side. - 17 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222...
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Page 18: Firmware Updates
The controller is capable of having its firmware updated (new software). An update is typically performed to fix problems or to add new features. To perform a firmware update, ensure that you have your PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO controller connected to the LAN network as per Section 5.1. -
Page 19: Performing A Recovery Firmware Update
5. Click on the update button. The update will only take about 5 seconds, and a message box will pop up once the update is completed. 6. The controller should now be operating with the new firmware. - 19 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... -
Page 20: Specifications
Monitoring the component temperatures with the Advatek Assistant software is recommended. 8.2 - Mechanical Specifications The control board dimensions and locations of all mounting holes are shown in Figure below. There are 4 x 4mm mounting holes. - 20 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... - Page 21 Figure 10: Mechanical Specifications - 21 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222...
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
You should also try disconnecting all outputs and see if the controller then turns on. If the supplied power is correct, try performing a recovery firmware update as per Section 7.2. - 22 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... -
Page 23: No Pixel Control
3. Power up the controller. 4. Wait for both LEDs to flash together. 5. Release both buttons and power down. 6. Power up the controller. It will now have factory default configuration. - 23 - www.advateklights.com PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO User Manual V210222... -
Page 24: Disclaimer
You must be issued with a return authorization by Advatek support staff before returning any product. The PixLite 4 Mk2 ECO controller is supplied with a 3 -year limited warranty and a repair/replacement guarantee. Please see the terms and conditions on our website for more information.
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