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- Page 1 OCTO MK2 71521 User Manual 8 universes eDMX to LED pixel smart controller with network chaining in a compact 4-module DIN-rail form factor. Document Updated: October 2022...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
I’m unable to connect to the OCTO MK2 web interface............................14 What if my LED strip protocol is not in drop down list? How to add new LED strip protocol to OCTO MK2? ......15 What is the minimum DC voltage for powering the OCTO MK2? ........................15 Servicing, Inspection &... -
Page 3: Safety
To contribute to an optimal operating temperature, where possible keep this device out of direct sunlight. Pixel data is unidirectional. Ensure that your OCTO MK2 is connected to your pixel dots or tape in a way that ensures data is flowing from the OCTO MK2 to the ‘Data IN’ connection of your pixels. -
Page 4: Protection From Injury During Installation
Keep the OCTO MK2 and its accessories in its protective packaging until final installation. Note the serial number of each OCTO MK2 and add it to your layout plan for future reference when servicing. -
Page 5: Wiring Diagrams
OCTO MK2 (71521) Visit the ENTTEC website for the latest version. Wiring Diagrams Locate the OCTO MK2 and PSU as close as possible to the first pixel in your chain to reduce the impact of voltage drop. To reduce the likelihood of voltage or Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) being induced on the control ... -
Page 6: Mounting Options
OCTO MK2 (71521) Visit the ENTTEC website for the latest version. Mounting Options Note: The surface mount tabs have been designed to hold the weight of the OCTO MK2 only, excess force by cable strain can cause damage. USER MANUAL... -
Page 7: Functional Features
▪ KiNET Compatible with multiple synchronous and asynchronous pixel output protocols as well as custom voltage timing. Allows creation of custom pixel protocols. (Criteria apply, see ‘OCTO MK2 Custom Protocol Creation Guide’ document) DHCP or Static IP address supported. -
Page 8: Identify/Reset Button
Out of the Box The OCTO MK2 will be set to a DHCP IP address as default. If the DHCP server is slow to respond, or your network does not have a DHCP server, the OCTO MK2 will fall back to 192.168.0.10 as default. By default, the OCTO MK2 will convert 4 universes of Art-Net to the WS2812B protocol on each of the OCTO MK2’s Phoenix... -
Page 9: Top Menu
Note: The eDMX protocols, the controller and the device used to configure the OCTO MK2 must be on the same Local Area Network (LAN) and be within the same IP address range as the OCTO MK2. For example, if your OCTO MK2 is on Static IP address 192.168.0.10 (Default), then your computer should be set to something such as 192.168.0.20. -
Page 10: Settings
Visit the ENTTEC website for the latest version. Settings The OCTO MK2 settings can be configured within the Settings tab. Changes will only take affect after being saved; any unsaved changes will be discarded. Node Name: Change Node Name for identification. - Page 11 ▪ Example: When Group Pixels is set to 10 on an OCTO MK2 connected to a length of RGB pixel strip, by patching a single RGB pixel within your control software and sending the values to the OCTO MK2, the first 10 LED pixels would respond to it.
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Page 12: Network Stats
Increments of 8 for RGBW-16 bits (i.e., 1, 9, 17, 25) Save Settings: All changes must be saved to take effect. The OCTO MK2 takes up-to 10 seconds to save. Reset to Defaults: This button allows the OCTO MK2 reset back to factory default via web interface. Please refer to the ‘Reset to Factory Defaults’... -
Page 13: Help
OCTO MK2 will resume operation. Reset to Factory Defaults The OCTO MK2 can be reset by either the web interface or the reset button on the device. Factory resetting the OCTO MK2 results in the followings: Resets the device name to OCTO ... -
Page 14: Resetting Via Web Interface
Resetting via Web Interface The ‘Reset to Defaults’ command can be found under the Settings tab of the OCTO MK2’s local hosted web interface. Once the command is pressed, a pop-up would appear as shown in the image below: Resetting by Reset Button The reset button on the device restores the network configuration of the OCTO MK2 to factory defaults. -
Page 15: What If My Led Strip Protocol Is Not In Drop Down List? How To Add New Led Strip Protocol To Octo Mk2
OCTO MK2? The OCTO MK2 allows the user to choose a pixel output protocol even it is not found in the drop-down list. Visit the ENTTEC Website to view the ‘OCTO MK2 Custom Protocol Creation Guide’ document for more information about the key criteria and the step-by-step custom protocol creation guide. -
Page 16: Package Contents
Revision History Due to electronic design, please check your serial number and artwork on your device for support: OCTO MK2 (SKU: 71521) SN up to 2323030, please load firmware up to V2. 1 . MK1 firmware is not compatible ...
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