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- Page 1 User Manual Installation, Operation Manual & Warranty Details ChamSys Support - support@chamsys.co.uk Firmware Version v2.00, 2024-07-30...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 5: Edition Notes
GeNetix series of networking products as of the release date of this edition. ChamSys continually strives to provide the most powerful and stable solution for all of our GeNetix products. As such, we are making continual improvements to the software & firmware available to all of our users. -
Page 6: Care Of Your Genetix Product
Safety Notes • Do not open the GeNetix Product unless you are a skilled person authorised and trained by ChamSys in GeNetix Product maintenance and repair. The GeNetix Product contains components with voltages that may shock. • Do not use the GeNetix Product if the power cables are damaged in any way. -
Page 7: Using This Manual
Using This Manual Indicates some useful information to add to your knowledge and experience. Indicates some additional information that may be relevant. A Warning statement indicates situations where damage may occur, people may be harmed, or there are serious or dangerous consequences of an action. A Caution statement indicates there may be unwanted or undefined consequences of ... -
Page 8: Genetix Products
Chapter 1. GeNetix Products The GeNetix Product range includes: GeNetix GS5IP 5 port IP rated Gigabit network switch. AC or PoE powered. GeNetix GS8 8 port PoE sourcing Gigabit network switch. 4 ports PoE++ 4 ports PoE+. AC powered. GeNetix GW2O 2 port wall mount DMX node with 5 pin female XLR connectors. -
Page 9: Genetix Philosophy
- they are independent of MagicQ and QuickQ products. GeNetix products are designed and engineered in the UK by ChamSys Ltd, and are designed for reliability. Wherever possible, all components are mounted on a single circuit board to avoid the need for interconnecting cables. - Page 10 GeNetix products use professional locking Ethercon connectors for all network connections, avoiding the limited lifetime associated with traditional RJ45 network plugs and sockets. GeNetix GN5, GN10, GS5IP, GD4IP and GS8 use professional locking power connectors for power input and accept voltages from 90V to 250V AC. GeNetix products support being powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE) - the GeNetix GW2O, GW2I, GN2, GN5, GN10 and 10Scene Store can be powered directly by their PoE input (such as from the GeNetix GS8) reducing the number of cables in a system.
- Page 11 GN5 & GN10 Additional Features The GeNetix GN5 and GN10 provide the following additional features: • LTC timecode in and out • MIDI timecode in and out • MIDI notes in and out • MIDI beat clock • MIDI change control and system exclusive messages •...
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Page 12: Genetix Quick Start
ANSI E1.20 RDM GeNetix network nodes support RDM which is enabled by default. The GeNetix nodes only perform RDM operations when requested by the MagicQ or QuickQ console. They do not perform discovery on start up, or at predefined intervals - they only preform RDM discovery when explicitly requested by the console. - Page 13 • All ports output Art-Net Universe 0 • All ports output Art-Net Universe 1 Common Scenario 2: Receiving sACN GeNetix Nodes are capable of receiving sACN from a lighting console and outputting DMX. Users can accomplish this by navigating to the Quick Setup option on the Main Menu of the GeNetix Node. Users have two options for quick setup in regards to sACN output: •...
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Page 14: Connections
Chapter 2. Connections GeNetix Nodes GeNetix Nodes all support industry standard protocols Art-Net and sACN supporting DMX Output or DMX Input, GeNetix nodes differ in the number of DMX ports. GeNetix GN2, GN5 and GN10 all feature an inbuilt display for node configuration and displaying device status. The GeNetix GN5 and GN10 feature additional connections supporting MIDI, Timecode and 10Scene. - Page 15 The GN5 operates as an Art-Net or sACN Node utilising it’s network connection or can also be used as a USB-DMX interface for MagicQ PC Systems. The GN5 will unlock MagicQ PC Systems when connected via either USB or Network into Full 'Unlocked Mode'. When unlocking PC based systems via Network, there is a limit of 2 MagicQ sessions ...
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Page 16: Usb Connection
USB Connection The GN2, GN5 and GN10 have an optional USB connection, allowing them to be used in either USB or Network mode. When a GeNetix node is connected via USB to a PC (Windows, Mac or Linux) with MagicQ running then the GeNetix node runs in USB mode, functioning as a MagicQ interface connected directly to the MagicQ application. -
Page 17: Gw2I / Gw2O
The GS5IP will not unlock any MagicQ PC Systems. The GS5IP is a unmanaged network switch. Any network data received into the DATA IN port will be duplicated and outputted through all 4 ports. ChamSys Hardware and Software is not required to use this product. v2.00 2024-07-30... - Page 18 The GeNetix Switch 8 or GS8 is an eight port unmanaged Gigabit PoE network switch that provides a total output of up to 200W of Power over Ethernet across its eight ports. Ports 1 through 4 support IEEE 802.3bt up to 100W per port. In modes A & B, all ports 802.3af and 802.3at standards. The GS8 can be powered via the PowerCon True1 Mains input connector on the rear of the GS8.
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Page 19: Genetix Dmx Splitters
Any DMX data the GD4IP receives through its "DMX IN" port is duplicated to all outputs. RDM data can be enabled or disabled using the "RDM disable" button. ChamSys hardware and software is not required to use this product. image:media/GD4IPGraphic.png GeNetix 10Scene Interfaces... - Page 20 10Scene Gateway The 10Scene Gateway is an interface allowing users to connect 10Scene Wall Plates to MagicQ/QuickQ systems. Converting from 10Scene to the ChamSys remote protocol, allowing 10Scene Wall Plates to integrate with MagicQ and QuickQ consoles. 2 10Scene ports allow users to connect up to 20 10Scene Wall Plates, providing a perfect solution for adding user friendly control to installations.
- Page 21 10Scene Wall Plates The 10Scene Wall Plate features ten 10Scene trigger buttons, with dual colour LED status indication. Users can connect 10Scene wall plates directly to the QuickQ Rack or to the SnakeSys Gateway interface, where it can then integrate with any MagicQ or QuickQ system for remote Scene activation. v2.00 2024-07-30...
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Page 22: Node Navigation
Chapter 3. Node Navigation Node Encoders & Buttons The GN2, GN5 and GN10 Nodes can be configured via their in-built display, via MagicQ/QuickQ consoles and their Web server. When configuring GeNetix devices via the in-built display, the node can be navigated in the following way: The Encoder is pressed to access the Node Menu, then used to scroll through menu option and pressed to select the menu item or confirm options. -
Page 23: Menu Navigation
Menu Navigation Pressing the encoder knob from the home display will enter the main menu. Main menu options are described in the preceding sections. v2.00 2024-07-30... -
Page 24: Quick Setup
Chapter 4. Quick Setup The Quick Setup menu contains a choice of 6 common preset Node configurations. These configurations are: Table 1. QuickQ Setup Menu Options Menu Option Menu Action Art-Net 0..1 Sets Node into Art-Net mode, sets Ports to sequential universes with Port 1 set to Art-Net Universe 0, Port 2 to Art-Net Universe 1 and so on. -
Page 25: Ip Setup
Chapter 5. IP Setup The IP Setup menu has two options to set the node to a default 2. or 10. IP address. Both of these options will set the node Subnet mask to 255.0.0.0. The Custom IP address option allows a custom static IP address and Subnet Mask to be set by the user on the node. -
Page 26: Protocol
Chapter 6. Protocol The Protocol Menu option is to quickly change the protocol setting for all ports of the Node. Note that any custom protocol setting on individual ports is reset when recalling these options. Table 3. Protocol Menu options Menu Option Menu Action Art-Net OUT... -
Page 27: Start Universe
Chapter 7. Start Universe The Start Universe menu option is used to set the node’s Ports universe numbers sequentially starting from Port 1, the protocol menu option above defines the protocol used for the node’s DMX ports. When setting the Start Universe, this also sets the Port universes for all ports of the node, with the ports universes increasing by 1 sequentially. -
Page 28: Ports
Chapter 8. Ports Port Configuration Allows for individual Ports of the Node to be configured separately. Port The Port number relates to the physical DMX Port of the node. Protocol Protocol allows the selected port to be configured between Art-Net or sACN, there is also a 'none' option to disable port output. -
Page 29: Dmx Fallback
Direction Direction is used to set the selected DMX Ports mode from either DMX Output, DMX Input or DMX Fallback Test Pattern Test pattern will output a 'ramp' on all DMX channels of the selected Port from 0 to 255. As soon as this menu is exited the ramp on the port will stop. -
Page 30: Dmx Merging
DMX Merging DMX Merging enables fixtures on a single universe to be connected to multiple sources of DMX data. Merging is enabled when two or more sources of DMX are input to a specific universe and a merging mode option is set on the port. When more than one source is detected on a single universe, the corresponding port LED will change to a solid red colour. -
Page 31: Dmx Port Leds
DMX Port LEDs On the GN2, GN5, GN10, GW2I and GW2O the following LED colours are used: Port set to output: LED Colour Description Dark Blue Receiving good Art-Net/sACN data for this port (no Scene Active) Receiving good Art-Net/sACN data for this port from 2 or more sources (no Scene Active) Cyan Receiving good Art-Net/sACN data for this port... - Page 32 White DMX input being received No DMX input Note that during Identify all LEDs will be blue. v2.00 2024-07-30...
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Page 33: Scenes
Chapter 9. Scenes GeNetix nodes support storage of 10 Scenes that can be recorded from the incoming Art-Net or sACN data. Scenes contain DMX data for one or more ports on the node. Scenes are recorded as static lighting states, they do not contain FX or other complex programming. Recording of scenes can be initiated from the front panel of the Node, from MagicQ / QuickQ consoles and also via the Web server. -
Page 34: Controlling Scenes
This enables retrieving of Scene data even when the patch has been lost. The Scenes can be sent back to the node from MagicQ by pressing the SEND SCENES soft button and choosing from Playbacks or Executes. If the Playback or Execute Item is not present then no Scene will be created. MagicQ will send value 0 for any channels that are not patched. -
Page 35: System
Chapter 10. System Lost Data Input How a node reacts when losing network data (Art-Net or sACN) can be configured: The network is only considered to be lost when data for all network ports configured as Outputs is lost. Table 4. Lost Data Input Menu Option Menu Action Hold (default) -
Page 36: Rdm
Menu Option Menu Action None Sync Disabled Multi Unit … Auto Detect (default) … GeNetix network nodes support ANSI E1.20 RDM. The GeNetix nodes only perform RDM operations when requested by a console or controller. They do not perform discovery on start up, or at predefined intervals. GeNetix Nodes only perform RDM discovery when explicitly requested by the console. -
Page 37: Node Name
When set to "All Interfaces" the PIN also restricts access from MagicQ and QuickQ consoles and from the web server. Users that forget their passwords will need to contact ChamSys support to get a recovery code. Each device has a unique recovery code. -
Page 38: User Configs
Chapter 11. User Configs All nodes support the saving and recalling of configuration data as User Configs. Configs can also be triggered from 10Scene Wall Plates when the 10Scene Wall Plate mode is set to Configs. This is particularly useful for live environments for example at a festival, where a Wall Plate could be used to recall Configs changing the node Art-Net/sACN universes for quick change overs between controllers of the rig. -
Page 39: Scene
Chapter 12. 10Scene The GN5 and GN10 10Scene port can be used in the following configurations: • None • Scenes (Default) • Only Scenes • User Configs • Gateway When set to Scenes it control the Scenes. When no 10Scene buttons are active then no Scenes are active and the GeNetix node operates normally with DMX control from a console. - Page 40 MIDI is only available on GN5 and GN10. To control a Scene send MIDI Note On for notes 0 to 9 with velocity greater than 0. GeNetix supports the X command from ChamSys Remote Ethernet Protocol. GeNetix supports CREP with or without a header on UDP port 6553. GeNetix accepts both x and X.
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Page 41: Contact Triggers
Chapter 13. Contact Triggers The GN5 and GN10 support a Contact Trigger input, this is wired to 2 pins on the 10Scene Port on the devices. Trigger Mode The trigger mode determines whether the trigger input is activated on close or open of the circuit, and whether it persists when the circuit is reopened / closed. -
Page 42: Midi & Timecode
Chapter 14. MIDI & Timecode The GN5 and GN10 support MIDI & LTC timecode input and output. Timecode The GN5 and GN10 support MIDI & LTC timecode in and out and can send and receive timecode over network via Art-Net timecode or ChamNet. Timecode In Timecode can be input as LTC through the 3pin female XLR LTC In connector or via MIDI via the 5 pin DIN MIDI connector. - Page 43 MIDI Out MIDI notes, beat clock and SysEx messages received from a MagicQ or QuickQ console over ChamNet will be output from the MIDI Out port. To send MIDI notes and SysEx messages out of MagicQ, set the MIDI out type in Setup, View Settings, MIDI/Timecode to "ChamNet Any Chan"...
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Page 44: Magicq Configuration
All GeNetix node products can be configured from MagicQ PC & console systems. When connected via USB, nodes act like a ChamSys USB to DMX interface. All configuration of DMX ins and outs can be controlled from the DMX I/O window. - Page 45 Config The Config field refers to the current configuration of the ports on a users GeNetix Node these configuration options include; • Custom -Shown when custom options are set on the Ports. • sACN Out - GeNetix Node ports will output sACN starting from sACN Universe 1 •...
- Page 46 consoles. The LED field allows users to set how the LED on a GeNetix Node act, the options include: • Normal - LED’s light when DMX is being Inputted or Outputted through a port. • Off - LED’s will stay off. •...
- Page 47 storing 10 custom User Configs. Factory Reset The Factory Reset field when selected allows users to reset the GeNetix Node to its original out of box settings. All user data including node settings, IP Addresses, Port & Protocol settings, Scenes ...
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Page 48: Ports View
MIDI In The MIDI In field allows users to configure how MIDI notes, beat clock and SysEx messages are received via the MIDI In port. Options include ChamNet to MagicQ and QuickQ consoles or from one GeNetix Node to another. There is no support for sending MIDI messages to 3rd party consoles over a network ... -
Page 49: Scenes View
0; which will activate button 1 to 9 which will activate button 10. • CREP - CREP refers to ChamSys Remote Ethernet Protocol which allows users to send custom UDP messages to their device to activate and deactivate 10Scene Buttons. -
Page 50: Web Server Configuration
Chapter 16. Web Server Configuration The 10Scene Store and GeNetix nodes all contain an on-board web server allowing the node to be configured from a web browser. The web configuration site can be accessed by navigating to the nodes IP address in the browser. The GeNetix product must be in the same IP address range as the connected browser device. -
Page 51: Device
Figure 1. System Overview Page Device The device configuration page enables core system settings to be modified. Inside the configuration module, the node name, RDM setting and Lost Input Data settings can be changed. Also found in the top module are additional options to identify and toggle the node LEDs. These can be found by pressing the 3 vertical dot icon in the top right of the module. -
Page 52: Ports
Changing the node IP address or subnet mask to a value outside of the reachable network range may disconnect the GeNetix node from the connected device. The web server will additionally confirm this action if detected. Figure 3. Network Configuration Module Ports The port configuration page allows for each of the node ports to be configured. -
Page 53: Dmx Timing
Figure 4. Port Configuration Page DMX Timing The DMX timing configuration page enables core timing values of the out-going DMX to be modified. Inside the configuration module, the separate: frame timing, MAB and break timing can be changed. Figure 5. DMX Timing Configuration Module Scenes The scene configuration page allows for the on-board scenes to be recorded, erased, replaced, and basic settings modified. -
Page 54: User Configs
displayed in the top left of that slot and the play icon is replaced with a stop (green square) icon. To edit a recorded scene’s name or fade time, new values can be entered into the respective boxes. Hitting the "Save" button will save that scene’s new name and/or timing. Supported on GeNetix GN5 &... -
Page 55: Pin Locking / Unlocking
Typically rebooting the node will reestablish an active connection. INVDATA The web page was able to establish a connection to the node but the data returned to the browser has failed the validation check. Please contact ChamSys Support if experiencing this error. v2.00 2024-07-30... -
Page 56: Feature Comparison
Chapter 17. Feature Comparison GeNetix Nodes Comparison Table 11. GeNetix Nodes Comparison Firmware Function GW2O GW2I GN10 10Scene Store Connection to MagicQ via USB Connection to MagicQ via Network DMX512 in and out Configurable DMX Timings Art-Net sACN ANSI E1.20 RDM DMX Fallback DMX Synchronisation Node Identify... -
Page 57: Genetix Switches Comparison
Firmware Function GW2O GW2I GN10 10Scene Store MIDI notes to/from MagicQ/QuickQ via ChamNet Trigger of Scenes from 10Scene Wall Plates Trigger Presets from 10Scene 10Scene Gateway functionality Unlock of MagicQ PC Core Mode Full Unlock Full Unlock N Demo Mode GeNetix Switches Comparison Table 12. -
Page 58: Rd Party Console Support
Ethernet-DMX node. There are some features of GeNetix Nodes which use ChamSys ChamNet protocol, which are not compatible with 3rd party consoles such as sending of MIDI notes over Network. - Page 59 Firmware Function GW2O GW2I GN10 LTC and MIDI Timecode Y - Art-Net Y - Art-Net to/from 3rd Party Timecode Timecode Consoles only only MIDI notes to/from 3rd Party Consoles 10Scene Gateway functionality with 3rd Party Consoles v2.00 2024-07-30...
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Page 60: Notes
• Added additional scene and panel enable/disable trigger mode options. • Added 10Scene external control support, 10Scene external control support includes the 10Scene App, MIDI Notes 0…9 and CREP (ChamSys Remote Ethernet Protocol). • Fix 10Scene Wall Plates not seen by MagicQ when connected via GN5 / GN10. -
Page 61: Firmware Upgrade
Chapter 20. Firmware Upgrade GeNetix network nodes can be upgraded from MagicQ and QuickQ software. Firmware upgrade is only supported over ChamNet, not over USB. Firmware upgrade can be carried out from the free MagicQ PC/Mac software, and from MagicQ and QuickQ consoles. MagicQ and QuickQ software packages contain the latest firmware for GeNetix devices. -
Page 62: Glossary
Glossary Below are a few commonly used terms to help with getting started with GeNetix Nodes. 10Scene The 10Scene range comprises wall panels and interfaces allowing a GN5 or GN10 to be controlled from a simple wall panel or the 10Scene App. Art-Net™... - Page 63 than Art-Net but can work better than Art-Net when there is large amounts of DMX data (>40 universes) on a network. v2.00 2024-07-30...
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Page 64: Art-Net
Appendix A: DMX, Ethernet and Art-Net DMX data is transmitted in a serial form. This means that there is one cable carrying the data, which is sent bit by bit (a bit is a 1 or 0), one after another. The entire transmission of DMX data for a DMX universe is known as a DMX Packet. - Page 65 internet. Ideally you should set up a separate network between your QuickQ console and the Art-Net devices. Unlike normal office networks, the IP address must be in the range 2.x.x.x or 10.x.x.x, where x is between 0 and 255. The subnet mask must be set to 255.0.0.0. This means configuring the address of each piece of equipment on the network manually.
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Page 66: Appendix B: Fcc Part 15 Notice
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. You may also consult your local ChamSys Ltd dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance. NOTICE: The FCC regulations provide that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by ChamSys Ltd could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. -
Page 67: Appendix C: Disposal And Recycling Of Unwanted Consoles
Appendix C: Disposal and Recycling of Unwanted Consoles Please be aware that ChamSys products must be disposed of in accordance with the WEEE disposal and recycling regulations. ChamSys products must not be disposed of through normal household waste. For non-UK customers please contact your local distributor. -
Page 68: Appendix D: Genetix Warranty Certificate
All GeNetix Devices come with a two-year warranty, for warranty terms and conditions, please visit our website at https://www.chamsys.co.uk For Warranty claims please contact the dealer you purchased the console from. If you are based outside of the UK please contact your local dealer. Your local dealer can be located here: https://secure.chamsys.co.uk/contact...
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