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MADRIX LUNA User Manual
[Hardware User Guide]
Date: April 2022
© 2022 inoage GmbH

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  • Page 1 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Hardware User Guide] Date: April 2022 © 2022 inoage GmbH...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ..............11 Part 3 MADRIX 5 Software 1 Output [Art-Net] .

  • Page 3: Part 1 Overview

    //PART Overview...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 1] Overview Overview Topics Of This Chapter § Introduction § Hardware Features Introduction This topic includes: § MADRIX LUNA www.madrix.com...

  • Page 5: Hardware Features

    MADRIX LUNA is an easy-to-use and reliable network node. The MADRIX LUNA reliably distributes DMX512 data over long or short distances using Ethernet network or USB. Its sync mode makes sure that lighting effects look their best on the LEDs.
  • Page 6 Using A 3rd-Party Controller MADRIX LUNA is a standard node for Art-Net or Streaming ACN [sACN]. Because of this, you can use the device with applications, consoles, desks, or controllers that are compatible with Art-Net or Streaming ACN to distribute data via Ethernet network.
  • Page 7 Blinking green Receiving data via DMX-IN. Sending data to DMX OUT. > The device works correctly. > The device works correctly. Automatic HTP Merging Overview § MADRIX LUNA features automatic HTP merging from 2 Ethernet sources. www.madrix.com...
  • Page 8 2] Make sure to activate ArtSync for Art-Net in MADRIX 5. Learn more » Sync Mode 3] Make sure that MADRIX 5 has a different IP address in the same IP address range compared to the second source. 4] Always use Unicast Mode in MADRIX 5 to directly send data to the correct IP addresses of your MADRIX LUNA devices.
  • Page 9 [You can find the default IP address on the back side of the device.] § 5] Click Reset Learn more » Web Configuration [Ethernet] Initiate Poll During normal operation, quickly pressing the Reset button sends an Art-Net PollReply and a MADRIX PollReply for device discovery to the network. www.madrix.com...

  • Page 10: Part 2 Device Configuration

    //PART Device Configuration...

  • Page 11: Web Configuration [Ethernet]

    Configuration Using A Web Browser Configuration Using A Web Browser When connected to Ethernet network, you can easily configure MADRIX LUNA using the built-in web configuration interface. You have 2 options to access the web interface. Both, LUNA and your computer, need to be in the same network.
  • Page 12 Assign correct network settings for your PC in the Windows operating system. [Recommended default settings: IP address 10.0.0.1 / Subnet mask 255.0.0.0] [Please note: Your devices and the sender, such as the PC that runs MADRIX 5, need to have the same subnet mask!] §...
  • Page 13 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 2] Device Configuration www.madrix.com //13...
  • Page 14 IP Address § Subnet Mask [Please note: Your devices and the sender, such as the PC that runs MADRIX 5, need to have the same subnet mask!] DMX Output Settings This section shows the settings for the DMX output ports [DMX 1 - 4/8/16].
  • Page 15 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 2] Device Configuration § +1 To +511 - Adding a positive channel offset will shift the received channels to higher channel numbers. - Example: Received channel #1 will be shifted to channel #11 by using a channel offset of 10.
  • Page 16 This section allows you to specify settings for DMX input, which is sent out to the network from the device. When data is received through the DMX-IN port, MADRIX LUNA will automatically forward it to Ethernet network. Confirm with Set Network Universe - LUNA can receive 512 channels via the DMX-IN port.
  • Page 17 § Art-Net Unicast Mode - Sends Art-Net data only to one recipient, e.g. your computer that runs MADRIX 5. Enter the IP address of your receiver here. § Use sACN Multicast Mode - Use it to specify data to be sent out via Streaming ACN to IP address 293.255.1.0...
  • Page 18 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 2] Device Configuration www.madrix.com //18...

  • Page 19: Part 3 Madrix 5 Software

    //PART MADRIX 5 Software...
  • Page 20 The MADRIX LUNA works great in combination with the MADRIX 5 Software. MADRIX 5 Software License § The MADRIX 5 Software license is not included and sold separately. A MADRIX 5 KEY is necessary if you want to use output. §...

  • Page 21: Output [Art-Net]

    § You always have 1 to 4/8/16 output ports available [DMX 1 - 4/8/16]. - In total, 2048 DMX channels can be sent per LUNA 4 unit. - In total, 4096 DMX channels can be sent per LUNA 8 unit.
  • Page 22 DMX-OUT Via Ethernet Network [Art-Net] You can connect the LUNA via Ethernet network to the network card of your computer that runs the MADRIX 5 Software. Data is sent to the LUNA via network [Ethernet] and distributed to the XLR output ports [DMX 1 - 4/8/16].
  • Page 23 [Via factory default settings, MADRIX LUNA devices will have an IP address in the 10.x.x.x network range, such as 10.206.224.100, for example]. [Please note: Your devices and the sender, such as the PC that runs MADRIX 5, need to have the same subnet mask!] §...
  • Page 24 § Click [MADRIX 5 will automatically search the network for connected MADRIX LUNA devices. Devices that are found will appear in the list. A number of entries will be created in the list for each LUNA device.] [The Art-Net standards only supports a maximum of 4 output ports per device. Since LUNA 8 features 8 output www.madrix.com...
  • Page 25 Each of your MADRIX LUNA devices and its ports need to be activated. By default, they are still deactivated. 4 ports will be shown for LUNA 4 [plus an additional IN port], 8 ports will be shown for LUNA 8 [plus an additional IN port], and 16 ports will be shown for LUNA 16 [plus an additional IN port].
  • Page 26 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software § Go to the menu Preferences > Device Manager... > DMX Devices [Keyboard shortcut: F4] § Select your devices and their ports in the list. § Right Mouse Click on the column State to set from Off to On [indicated by green light].
  • Page 27 Make sure to assign the correct universe according to your requirements. Learn more » Glossary § By default, DMX universe 1 - 4/8/16 are assigned to the ports DMX 1 - 4/8/16 when using one MADRIX LUNA: LUNA Output Port Name under Device Manager... > DMX Devices www.madrix.com...
  • Page 28 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software DMX 1 BindIdx1 Port:0 DMX 2 BindIdx1 Port:1 DMX 3 BindIdx1 Port:2 DMX 4 BindIdx1 Port:3 DMX 5 BindIdx2 Port:0 DMX 6 BindIdx2 Port:1 DMX 7 BindIdx2 Port:2 DMX 8 BindIdx2 Port:3...
  • Page 29 Optimized and Full - Per DMX512 standard, MADRIX 5 only sends the number of DMX channels that is configured [optimized frames]. For example, if you are using 312 DMX channels on a DMX universe, only 312 DMX channels will be sent with every single frame on this universe.
  • Page 30 MADRIX LUNA can use the special sync mode of Art-Net. § Large LED projects require dependable data distribution. The MADRIX 5 Software and LUNA hardware allow you to synchronize data output for all 4/8/16 DMX ports and even across multiple LUNA devices to get an optimal image on the LEDs.
  • Page 31 A] Choose Send Unicast Mode to activate Unicast Mode: - Make sure to enter the correct IP Address of your device that should receive the Art-Net data. When MADRIX LUNA has been automatically found by MADRIX 5, the IP address will be pre-configured for you.
  • Page 32 § AcLedLocate will enable the identification of MADRIX 5. - As long as Identify is enabled or set via protocol commands, the MADRIX 5 user interface [GUI] will repeatedly change every second from the currently selected theme to the opposite theme, either from dark to light or vice versa.

  • Page 33: Output [Sacn]

    DMX-OUT Over Ethernet Network [Streaming ACN / sACN] You can connect the LUNA over Ethernet network to the network card of your computer that runs the MADRIX 5 Software. Data is distributed to the device over network cabling [Ethernet] and sent to the output ports [DMX 1 - 4/8/16].
  • Page 34 [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software 1] Initial Configuration § Connect your LED controllers or fixtures to the XLR ports of MADRIX LUNA [DMX 1 - 4/8/16]. § Connect MADRIX LUNA to power. [Please see safety instructions in the MADRIX LUNA Technical Manual & Quick Start Guide!] §...
  • Page 35 § ACN Device Count - Set up how many you are going to use. MADRIX LUNA requires 4, 8, or 16 sACN devices per unit. [This is the total amount of devices. Please set the exact number of devices you are using. If the count is higher, this creates unnecessary network traffic.]...
  • Page 36 - When using Streaming ACN, your MADRIX 5 Software is one of those devices. - When you start MADRIX 5 for the first time, this ID will be generated automatically for you. From this point onwards it will be used on your PC.
  • Page 37 Device Manager.] § Universe - Defines which universe of your MADRIX 5 Patch is sent to this particular device. - Right Mouse Click on the column Universe in order to enter a different number.
  • Page 38 Therefore, interfaces may be able to retrieve this name and can be configured to receive data from this source. - If you are using the default name MADRIX U:X, the universe will automatically be displayed in the name [represented by X: 1, 2, 3, etc.].
  • Page 39 - For example, you may have set up two MADRIX PCs. One gets a priority of 100. The second PC gets a priority of 50. If the first PC fails and only if it malfunctions, data will be automatically received from PC #2.
  • Page 40 For ACN Universe, you have now additional options for Numbering: Click the button and MADRIX 5 will automatically increase the ACN Universe number for all the selected devices [which can be seen in the DMX Devices tab of the Device Manager], starting with the value you have entered.

  • Page 41: Output [Usb]

    Optimized and Full - Per DMX512 standard, MADRIX 5 only sends the number of DMX channels that is configured [optimized frames]. For example, if you are using 312 DMX channels on a DMX universe, only 312 DMX channels will be sent with every single frame on this universe.
  • Page 42 DMX-OUT Via USB You can connect the LUNA directly via USB to the computer that runs the MADRIX 5 Software. Data is sent to the MADRIX LUNA via USB and distributed to the XLR output ports [DMX 1 - 4/8/16].
  • Page 43 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software § Click Apply § Close the window with OK 4] Activating Devices § Go to the menu Preferences > Device Manager... > DMX Devices [Keyboard shortcut: F4] § Your LUNA devices and all of their ports [4/8/16 output ports, 1 input port] will appear in the list.
  • Page 44 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software § If your device and ports are not activated, do the following: § Select the device/port in the list. § Right Mouse Click on the column State to set from Off to On [indicated by green light].
  • Page 45 [even when you are using less than 512 channels on the universe]. - Activating Full Frames is recommended if problems with the data output of your devices occur. § In addition, you can activate Send Full Frames for the device and each MADRIX LUNA output port separately. www.madrix.com //45...

  • Page 46: Input [Art-Net]

    You can connect MADRIX LUNA via Ethernet network directly or indirectly to the network card of your computer that runs the MADRIX 5 Software. Data is sent into the LUNA via DMX-IN [XLR] and from the LUNA to MADRIX 5 via Ethernet network.
  • Page 47 [Via factory default settings, MADRIX LUNA devices will have an IP address in the 10.x.x.x network range, such as 10.206.224.100, for example]. [Please note: Your devices and the sender, such as the PC that runs MADRIX 5, need to have the same subnet mask!] §...
  • Page 48 [The Art-Net standards only supports a maximum of 4 output ports per device. Since LUNA 8 features 8 ports plus 1 IN port, 3 list items are created in MADRIX 5, for example. Two entries will be shown for LUNA 4. Five entries will be shown for LUNA 16.]...
  • Page 49 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software 5] Configuration Of Art-Net Input § Select your LUNA input device in the list [Universe IN]. www.madrix.com //49...
  • Page 50 Activate Receive Direct IP Mode and enter the IP Address of your MADRIX LUNA. Confirm with Apply [E.g., 10.206.224.14] § [You can also activate Receive Broadcast Mode. In this mode, MADRIX 5 will receive any DMX data that is sent in the network on this particular Art-Net universe.] www.madrix.com...
  • Page 51 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software § Click OK 6] Activating Your Art-Net Input Device You need to activate the Art-Net input device. It is still deactivated. § Go to the menu Preferences > Device Manager... > DMX Devices [Keyboard shortcut: F4] §...
  • Page 52 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software § If required, change the frame time. - Right Mouse Click on the column ms / FPS and and a number. - The higher the frame time [in milliseconds], the lower the frame rate will be [in Frames Per Second].
  • Page 53 Choose your DMX-IN Device in the section Device. Select the Art-Net input device via its IP address. § Art-Net input is now activated. MADRIX 5 can already receive DMX data. § Now, choose how to use incoming data as explained below.
  • Page 54 If you want to monitor incoming signals, select your DMX universe/DMX device in the list and click Mapping § Use Mapping, if you want to route incoming DMX signals through MADRIX 5 to your output [DMX-Thru]. § First, select your device in the list.
  • Page 55 MADRIX 5 already controls. Use HTP and MADRIX 5 will compare incoming values with the DMX data it sends to the DMX output. As a result, MADRIX 5 will only use the highest of both values on a particular channel and send it to the output.
  • Page 56 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software www.madrix.com //56...
  • Page 57 DMX Watcher - Opens the DMX Watcher to monitor your DMX output or input. Trigger § Use Trigger, if you want to use incoming signals for the MADRIX 5 TRI Effects. § First, select your device in the list. §...
  • Page 58 [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software Port - Defines the port [Port 1 - 8] that is assigned to this DMX-IN Device. MADRIX 5 allows you to send trigger signals from up to 8 different devices [8 ports] and assign a MADRIX 5 TRI Effect the corresponding port.

  • Page 59: Input [Sacn]

    You can connect MADRIX LUNA over Ethernet network to the network card of your computer that runs the MADRIX 5 Software. Data is sent to the LUNA via the DMX-IN port and from the LUNA to the MADRIX 5 via Ethernet network.
  • Page 60 It is highly recommended to use Gigabit Ethernet network components [network card, switches, etc.]. 2] Windows Network Settings § MADRIX 5 automatically sets up Streaming ACN network settings for you. § You only need a computer with a network card and a valid IP address.
  • Page 61 - When using Streaming ACN, your MADRIX 5 Software is one of those devices. - When you start MADRIX 5 for the first time, this ID will be generated automatically for you. From this point onwards it will be used on your PC.
  • Page 62 Right Mouse Click on the column OUT / IN to set to IN for data input if you wish to receive incoming data through this device. § In DMX-IN mode, you will not be able to select the ACN protocol. MADRIX 5 will automatically select the correct protocol version. §...
  • Page 63 Therefore, interfaces may be able to retrieve this name and can be configured to receive data from this source. - If you are using the default name MADRIX U:X, the universe will automatically be displayed in the name [represented by X: 1, 2, 3, etc.].
  • Page 64 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software 6] Enable DMX-IN § Go to the menu Preferences > Device Manager... > DMX Input § Select your preferred DMX Universe in the list. [By default, DMX universe 1 to 8 are listed. If you wish to increase the number of DMX-IN universes, you can change the setting under Options >...
  • Page 65 If you want to monitor incoming signals, select your DMX universe/DMX device in the list and click Mapping § Use Mapping, if you want to route incoming DMX signals through MADRIX 5 to your output [DMX-Thru]. § First, select your device in the list.
  • Page 66 MADRIX 5 already controls. Use HTP and MADRIX 5 will compare incoming values with the DMX data it sends to the DMX output. As a result, MADRIX 5 will only use the highest of both values on a particular channel and send it to the output.
  • Page 67 Select one of the built-in protocols in the section Remote Control as explained below or create your own remote configuration. Open - Loads a previously saved MADRIX 5 DMX Remote Configuration file [of the file type *.mdrx]. Protocols - Choose from a pre-configured protocol [configuration].
  • Page 68 DMX Watcher - Opens the DMX Watcher to monitor your DMX output or input. Trigger § Use Trigger, if you want to use incoming signals for the MADRIX 5 TRI Effects. § First, select your device in the list. §...

  • Page 69: Input [Usb]

    - Click Assign and use the control on your controller for the minimum value value will automatically in the MADRIX 5 Software. Assign Maximum Value - Automatically assigns the maximum value when using the controller. - Click Assign and use the control on your controller for...
  • Page 70 [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software DMX-IN Via USB You can connect the LUNA directly via USB to the computer that runs the MADRIX 5 Software. Data is sent into the MADRIX LUNA via DMX-IN [XLR] and from the LUNA to MADRIX 5 via USB.
  • Page 71 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software 3] Activating Devices § Go to the menu Preferences > Device Manager... > DMX Devices [Keyboard shortcut: F4] § Your LUNA devices and all of their ports [4/8/16 output ports, 1 input port] will appear in the list.
  • Page 72 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software § Select MADRIX LUNA DMX-IN in the list. § Right Mouse Click on the column State to set from Off to On [indicated by green light]. § IN is automatically activated.
  • Page 73 [By default, DMX universe 1 to 8 are listed. If you wish to increase the number of DMX-IN universes, you can change the setting under Options > Performance. § Choose your DMX-IN Device in the section Device. Select MADRIX LUNA - DMX-IN www.madrix.com //73...
  • Page 74 You can now use this data, for example for Scripts and Macros. § If you want to monitor incoming signals, select your DMX universe/DMX device in the list and click Mapping § Use Mapping, if you want to route incoming DMX signals through MADRIX 5 to your output [DMX-Thru]. www.madrix.com //74...
  • Page 75 MADRIX 5 already controls. Use HTP and MADRIX 5 will compare incoming values with the DMX data it sends to the DMX output. As a result, MADRIX 5 will only use the highest of both values on a particular channel and send it to the output.
  • Page 76 Select one of the built-in protocols in the section Remote Control as explained below or create your own remote configuration. Open - Loads a previously saved MADRIX 5 DMX Remote Configuration file [of the file type *.mdrx]. Protocols - Choose from a pre-configured protocol [configuration].
  • Page 77 DMX Watcher - Opens the DMX Watcher to monitor your DMX output or input. Trigger § Use Trigger, if you want to use incoming signals for the MADRIX 5 TRI Effects. § First, select your device in the list. §...
  • Page 78 [Part 3] MADRIX 5 Software Port - Defines the port [Port 1 - 8] that is assigned to this DMX-IN Device. MADRIX 5 allows you to send trigger signals from up to 8 different devices [8 ports] and assign a MADRIX 5 TRI Effect the corresponding port.

  • Page 79: Part 4 Technical Support

    //PART Technical Support...

  • Page 80: Firmware Updates

    MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 4] Technical Support Technical Support Topics Of This Chapter § Firmware Updates Firmware Updates This topic includes: § Overview § Available Firmware Updates Overview It is highly recommended to update the firmware should a new firmware version become available.
  • Page 81 Improved functionality and communication with the MADRIX 3 Software. 1.01.4555 MADRIX Version MADRIX 3.1 Release Date November 2013 LUNA Firmware § Added support for LUNA 4 and LUNA 16 in addition to LUNA 8. 1.02.4946 MADRIX Version MADRIX 3.2 Release Date March 2014 LUNA Firmware §...
  • Page 82 MADRIX Version MADRIX 3.6b Release Date September 2016 LUNA Firmware § Fixed an issue for LUNA 4 that returned an incorrect BindIndex after receiving a 1.05.6996 PollReply. MADRIX Version MADRIX 3.6d Release Date December 2016 LUNA Firmware §...
  • Page 83 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 4] Technical Support LUNA Firmware § Web configuration page: Updated the MADRIX Logo. 1.06.7134 § Web configuration page: Renamed Direct IP Mode to Unicast Mode. MADRIX Version MADRIX 5.0c Release Date July 2018 LUNA Firmware §...
  • Page 84 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 4] Technical Support LUNA Firmware § Fixed an issue that produced incorrect DMX-IN packages in MADRIX LUNA 16 when 2.00.7261 receiving data from 2 sources for merging in addition to DMX-IN data. MADRIX Version MADRIX 5.3...
  • Page 85 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 4] Technical Support LUNA Firmware § Fixed a critical issue that recognized MADRIX LUNA 4 and MADRIX LUNA 16 only as 2.05.7300 MADRIX LUNA 8 in certain cases (#8275). MADRIX Version MADRIX 5.4h Release Date April 2022 www.madrix.com...

  • Page 86: Part 5 General

    //PART General...

  • Page 87: Glossary

    Glossary MADRIX 5 makes it possible to control numerous LED fixtures, also of different kinds, and to position them according to your needs in nearly any form or shape. This could be LED walls, arch shapes, ceilings, stripes, tiles, dance floors, etc.
  • Page 88 DVI is another way to output a video signal for your LEDs. Certain LED products use this type of communication. MADRIX 5 features 2 DVI outputs, which are 1-to-1 output windows. You can then send the DVI outputs to any www.madrix.com...
  • Page 89 Input MADRIX 5 can send data out, but at the same time data can be sent to the software. That means data is sent to the MADRIX PC through various means [mostly USB or network]. MADRIX 5 can then be controlled remotely by you, or you can merge or use incoming signals, etc.
  • Page 90 MIDI is short for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, a well-known technical standard that provides standardized ways for equipment to communicate. In case of MADRIX 5, MIDI can be used for MIDI Time Code, MIDI notes, or other MIDI hardware, such as DJ/VJ controllers.
  • Page 91 Virtual LED Matrix MADRIX 5 needs to know how your LED installation looks like and which fixtures you want to use. [You can use the Matrix Generator or the Patch for this task.] In the end you will have configured the virtual LED matrix with its total pixel count in X, Y, and Z set up as the Matrix Size as well as the position and location of each pixel or fixture.

  • Page 92: Pc Power Management

    Voxel Voxel is short for volumetric pixel. In addition to its pixel mapping features [2D], MADRIX 5 can control 3D LED matrices, which is called voxel mapping. Lighting effects are correctly mapped to each voxel of a 3D LED matrix.
  • Page 93 Especially for notebooks, we recommend to activate the High performance power plan. Activate High Performance This setting will make sure that your notebook or laptop will have all its potential performance available for MADRIX 5. § In Windows 10, select Start > Windows System > Control Panel > Power Options, and change the power plan to High performance [You might need to click on Show additional plans].
  • Page 94 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 5] General How To Change USB Power Settings § In Windows 10, select Start > Windows System > Control Panel > Power Options > Change plan settings www.madrix.com //94...
  • Page 95 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 5] General § Click Change advanced power settings www.madrix.com //95...

  • Page 96: Tips [Microsoft Windows / Networks / Usb]

    MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 5] General § Especially the USB settings are important. Disable the suspend settings! § Change any other settings that might interrupt the operation as required. Tips [Microsoft Windows / Networks / USB] This topic includes: §...
  • Page 97 - To circumvent such issues, you can run the MADRIX Software as administrative computer user, the so-called administrator. - Perform a right mouse click on the MADRIX.exe [or a shortcut to the MADRIX 5 Software] and choose Run as administrator - Note: You need to have access to the administrator account (i.e., password).
  • Page 98 But this can lead to problems, when data that should go through is automatically blocked. MADRIX 5 will automatically set the correct firewall settings for you during the installation process. Please follow the steps below if this Windows message appears when you start the MADRIX 5 Software for the first time.
  • Page 99 Not selecting both options can cause problems with network communication. Resetting The Settings If you have already chosen the wrong options MADRIX 5, you can delete the settings and choose again. § In Windows 10, go to Start > Windows System > Control Panel > Windows Defender Firewall >...
  • Page 100 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 5] General § Select and delete any entries relating to MADRIX 5 [e.g., madrix.exe, MADRIX - music makes the light, MADRIX - LIGHTING CONTROL]. § With your next start of MADRIX 5, select both options as described above.
  • Page 101 Configuration Of Network Settings When working with network-based products and MADRIX 5 [for example, Art-Net, KiNET, sACN, etc.], you will have to set up the IP address of your network card in Windows. Learn how to set it up here.
  • Page 102 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 5] General www.madrix.com //102...
  • Page 103 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 5] General www.madrix.com //103...
  • Page 104 - [Make also sure to close the Local Area Connection Settings with OK and close the Local Area Connection Status window with Close.] § Restart the MADRIX 5 Software if you have changed any network settings! Learn more below. www.madrix.com...
  • Page 105 Using Several Devices In A Network Usually, you will use at least 2 devices in a network [for example, 1 MADRIX PC and 1 Art-Net node or 1 MADRIX PC and 1 console]. As explained above, you will need to configure various network settings not only for your MADRIX PC but also for the other devices.
  • Page 106 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 5] General www.madrix.com //106...
  • Page 107 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 5] General § 2] Press Alt on your keyboard. - A menu appears at the top, which is otherwise hidden. § 3] Go to Advanced > Advanced Settings... - A new window opens. www.madrix.com //107...
  • Page 108 MADRIX 5. § to make backup copies of your show files from time to time [MADRIX 5 Setup files] § to make backup copies to different or external storage mediums [e.g., USB stick/thumbdrive].
  • Page 109 According to the requirements of Windows, MADRIX 5 will behave in the following way: § MADRIX 5 will be closed instantly, when you trigger a Restart or Shut Down of Windows. § If you have not saved any changes yet, you may be provided the chance and a short time frame [30 seconds] to react and save your progress before the MADRIX 5 Software is forcefully closed by Windows itself.
  • Page 110 [German shortcut: Strg + Alt + Entf] § A new window opens [Task Manager]. § Go to Performance § You can now monitor the CPU Usage as well as the Memory usage. § MADRIX 5 has its own monitoring tools. www.madrix.com //110...

  • Page 111: Web Links

    MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 5] General Web Links This topic includes: § Overview Overview You can find a selection of useful internet links here: § MADRIX Website » www.madrix.com § Drivers » www.madrix.com/support/download § User Guides [Online And Downloadable PDF] »...

  • Page 112: Part 6 Legal

    //PART Legal...

  • Page 113: Imprint And Copyright

    MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 6] Legal Legal This topic includes: § Introduction § Topics Of This Chapter Introduction Legal includes all legal documents and information, including copyright and more. Topics Of This Chapter § Imprint And Copyright Imprint And Copyright This topic includes: §...
  • Page 114 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 6] Legal Company And Address inoage GmbH Wiener Straße 56 01219 Dresden Germany Managing Directors: Christian Hertel, Sebastian Pinzer, Sebastian Wissmann Phone: +49 351 862 6869 0 Fax: +49 351 862 6869 68 Web: »...
  • Page 115 MADRIX LUNA User Manual [Part 6] Legal Under no circumstances does inoage GmbH take on the responsibility for liabilities for faults for losses in sales volume or profits, that occur through the usage of the product, through the serviceability, through abuse, happenings, circumstances or actions, that we have no influence on.

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