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- Page 1 ArtNet Player X16+ Art-Net™ Designed by and Copyright Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ArtNet Player X16+ For your own safety, please read this user manual and warnings carefully before installation. Contents Description ........................3 Data sheet ........................5 Model overview ......................6 Content ........................6 Connection ......................... 7 LED Display ........................ 8 SD Card ........................9 Create programs ....................... -
Page 3: Description
Depending on the needed application, the ArtNet Player X is available in different designs and functionalities. As usual, the ArtNet Player X is also quickly ready for use in DMX4ALL manner and remains intuitive and user-friendly despite numerous and new functions in the handling. - Page 4 The firmware update function enables to use always the free, current device software. Different data files for lighting programs The ArtNet Player X plays the lighting programs from the SD card. The DMX4ALL program files as well as TPM2 or TPM2NET can be used as data formats. Easy Configuration Fast and uncomplicated configuration is possible at any time from a PC, smartphone or tablet, due to the user-friendly configuration via any web browser.
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Page 5: Data Sheet
TOUCH-Control: 7 sensor buttons directly on the device for quick operation and RGB status display SD Card: microSD up to 16GB Playback format: DMX4ALL program files TPM2 files TPM2NET files Status display: RGB-LED, network status LEDs all disengageable Further features:... -
Page 6: Model Overview
ArtNet Player X16+ Model overview The different designs of the ArtNet Player X offer a different range of functions and designs. The following table shows the several model overview: Model ArtNet Player ArtNet Player ArtNet Player ArtNet Player X16+ Design Board Board Board... -
Page 7: Connection
ArtNet Player X16+ Connection Ethernet DMX 2 DMX1 POWER DMX2 DMX1 ArtNet Player X... -
Page 8: Led Display
ArtNet Player X16+ LED Display The ArtNet Player X has several display status LEDs. A green and a yellow LED is at the Ethernet connection, showing the network activity. Furthermore, a RGB-LED signals the device status. Green LED Power supply not connected / Display is in MUTE Flashes Ethernet connection not existing... -
Page 9: Sd Card
ArtNet Player X16+ SD Card The ArtNet Player X needs for program storage a MicroSD card. It is inserted into the center of the SD card slot with the contacts facing upwards and the beveled edge to the left. Please use only SD cards or SDHC cards of Class4 or higher, maximum 16GB. -
Page 10: Create Programs
Program files with DMX-Configurator The DMX-Configurator is available in the current version as free download on our website dmx4all.de. Creating programs is described in the DMX-Configurator manual. After the programs are created, the export is to be done in the menu Project→Export→ArtNet Player X:... - Page 11 ArtNet Player X16+ TPM2 / TPM2.NET program files The TPM2 protocol was designed by users of the internet forum www.ledstyles.de. TPM2 / TPM2.NET files are a format where the package data is written into the file. Based on the protocol description, this format can be freely used / modified. Therefore, no guarantee can be given for unproblematic playback.
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Page 12: Device Settings
ArtNet Player X16+ Device settings The device settings of the ArtNet Player X are made via a web interface that is accessed through any web browser. Set the IP via IP-Configurator The IP Configurator allows to set the IP address and the netmask even if the network setting of the PC is not in the IP range of the ArtNet Player X. -
Page 13: Set The Ip Via Web Browser
ArtNet Player X16+ Set the IP via web browser Within the delivery state, the assigned IP address is 2.0.0.5, which is used for the web interface. Set the computer’s network card to this IP range to access the IP address 2.0.0.5 via the web browser. -
Page 14: Device Settings Via Web Browser
ArtNet Player X16+ Device settings via web browser Call up the IP of the ArtNet Player X in the web browser’s address bar (delivery state: 2.0.0.5) to get the following configuration page: Device Parameter Jedes Gerät benötigt eine eigene IP-Adresse, sodass die Zuordnung im Netzwerk eindeutig erfolgen kann. - Page 15 If the program is to be restarted before switching off, select Last Program. Remote Options The Remote Options are described below under Remote Settings. DMX4ALL Command Options The DMX4ALL Command Options are described below under DMX4ALL Command support. LED-Indicator After 10 minutes’ operation with permanently network connection the LEDs at the...
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Page 16: Artnet-Output Settings
ArtNet Player X16+ ArtNet-Output settings The Output Settings specify, how the DMX universes are outputted via ArtNet. For each DMX universe the destination IP (Destination IP), as well as the destination parameters for Port, SubNet and Net are specified. If Broadcast is enabled, the corresponding universe is sent globally to all devices. The settings are divided into groups of 8 universes, each of which is saved by Save. - Page 17 ArtNet Player X16+ Under Global, settings are available for all universes: The selection Protocol sets the output protocol Art-Net or sACN. Synchronization specifies if ArtSync packages are outputted for synchronization. Pre-Sync sends the ArtSync package before DMX-Universes are outputted. Post Sync sends the ArtSync package after the DMX-Universes are outputted. If Use Sequence Number is activated the single ArtNet data packages are numbered continuously during ArtNet output.
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Page 18: Dmx Settings
ArtNet Player X16+ DMX Settings The DMX settings specifies the characteristics for the two DMX ports. For each DMX port the DMX way (Direction) is set between DMX512 OUTPUT or DMX512 INPUT. If DMX512 OUTPUT is selected, Output Universe is used to set the universe to be output. -
Page 19: Remote Settings
ArtNet Player X16+ Remote settings A DMX-, ArtNet-, sACN-Signal or the DMX4ALL Commands can be used for the ArtNet Player X remote control. Under the menu Remote options, the signal source can be set: The remote function is activated by selecting the source (Source). - Page 20 ArtNet Player X16+ The Personality defines the assignment for the remote channels: Personality DMX channel Function Value Config 1 (3 Ch.) Program 0-15 PRG1 16-31 PRG2 32-47 PRG3 48-63 PRG4 64-97 PRG5 80-95 PRG6 96-111 PRG7 112-127 PRG8 128-143 PRG9 144-159 PRG10 160-175...
- Page 21 ArtNet Player X16+ Personality DMX channel Function Value Config 3 (9 Ch.) Program LOW 0-15 16-31 PRG1 32-47 PRG2 48-63 PRG3 64-97 PRG4 80-95 PRG5 96-111 PRG6 112-127 PRG7 128-143 PRG8 144-159 PRG9 160-175 PRG10 176-191 PRG11 192-207 PRG12 208-223 PRG13 224-239 PRG14...
- Page 22 ArtNet Player X16+ Digital Inputs The 8 digital inputs are designed for operation by remote pushbuttons. The inputs are operated by a switching contact against GND: The inputs are not potential-free. The function of the selected input can be set via the web configuration: Program + Switch to the next program.
- Page 23 ArtNet Player X16+ Brightness +/- Set the Master-Brightness Press and hold executes the dimming process Release switches the dimming direction Brightness + Increases the Master-Brightness Brightness - Reduces the Master-Brightness BlackOut Toggle Turns on or off the BlackOut-Function BlackOut On Turns on the BlackOut-Function BlackOut Off Turns off the BlackOut-Function...
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Page 24: Touch Handling
ArtNet Player X16+ TOUCH handling On the ArtNet Player X, there are control elements designed as touch surfaces as well as an RGB LED. RGB-LED Increases the Master-Brightness Reduces the Master-Brightness Increase playback speed Reduce playback speed Stops playback when the program is playing back Starts playback when the program is stopped Runs the next program Runs the previous program... -
Page 25: Synchronize Artnet Player X
ArtNet Player X16+ Synchronize ArtNet Player X Several ArtNet Player X can be operated together in master-slave mode. So, larger installations with more universes can be controlled. In this case, all user inputs for example the program selection, brightness setting or remote functions must be made on the master device. - Page 26 DMX4ALL-Command support The ArtNet Player X has a further communication interface, using DMX4ALL- Commands. Please take a look in the separate DMX4ALL Command description for the possible DMX4ALL-Commands. The settings are to be made in the Main Settings under DMX4ALL Command Options.
- Page 27 ArtNet Player X16+ VCP-Control For controlling via a virtual COM-Port (VCP) a TCP-VCP program must be installed, which needs a TCP connection. We recommend the tool Serial to Ethernet Connection which has been tested by us. You find this tool on the enclosed CD and as download in our support area. During the installation you have to enter a password (see illustration).
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Page 28: Set Time
ArtNet Player X16+ Set time The internal clock of the ArtNet Player X is needed to execute timers created in the DMX Configurator. Setting the current time can be done via the web interface, the reception of ArtTimeSync pages or the DCF77 key (not included in delivery). For maintaining the time, also in case of power fail, the usage of a CR2032 battery is needed (not included in delivery). - Page 29 The ArtNet specification provides ArtTimeSync packages for setting the time. The ArtNet Player X received this packages and uses it for setting the time. The DMX4ALL TimeMaster is an external time controller receiving the DCF77 time signal and outputs ArtTimeSync packages.
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Page 30: Set Time Via Dcf77 Time Signal
ArtNet Player X16+ Set time via DCF77 time signal The internal clock of the ArtNet Player X can be synchronized with the current time via the DC77 time signal. So, an automatic switch between summer and winter time is possible. The DCF77 Key and the DCF77 Sensor are needed (available as equipment). -
Page 31: Create Timer (Time-Trigger)
ArtNet Player X16+ Create timer (Time-Trigger) Based on the time the ArtNet Player X can start programs. To do so, timers must be created in the cue list of the DMX Configurator before. Each entry (cue) in the cue list refers to a program that is started at a specific time (time trigger). -
Page 32: Dimensions
ArtNet Player X16+ Dimensions 60mm 90mm 70mm All details in mm... -
Page 33: Factory Reset
Open the service site within the web browser Enter the service code „7319“ Click Save Subsequently wait minimum 10 seconds Restore delivery state via the DMX4ALL LAN Updater: Turn off the device Start the software DMX4ALL LAN-Updater Generate network connection to PC Turn on the device The RGB LED lights up blue for approx. -
Page 34: Execute Firmware-Update
Open the Firmware Update within the web browser Enter the code “1379” in the entry field and click Send Start the DMX4ALL LAN-Updater Select the ArtNet Player X from list within the DMX4ALL LAN-Updater Click Firmware-Update Select the Firmware-Data (.bin) and confirm... -
Page 35: Equipment
ArtNet Player X16+ Equipment Power supply 12V / 20W DCF77 Key Wall bracket for top hat rail housing... - Page 36 ArtNet Player X16+ CE-Conformity This assembly (board) is controlled by a microprocessor and uses high frequency. In order to maintain the properties of the module with regard to CE conformity, installation into a closed metal housing in accordance with the EMC directive 2014/30/EU is necessary.
- Page 37 ArtNet Player X16+ Risk-Notes You purchased a technical product. Conformable to the best available technology the following risks should not excluded: Failure risk: The device can drop out partially or completely at any time without warning. To reduce the probability of a failure a redundant system structure is necessary. Initiation risk: For the installation of the board, the board must be connected and adjusted to foreign components according to the device paperwork.
- Page 38 Germany Last changes: 27.04.2021 © Copyright DMX4ALL GmbH All rights reserve. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form (photocopy, pressure, microfilm or in another procedure) without written permission or processed, multiplied or spread using electronic systems.
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