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- Page 1 PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
6.4 - IP Addressing 6.4.1 - DHCP 6.4.2 - AutoIP 6.4.3 - Static IP 6.4.4 - Factory IP Address 7 - Operation 7.1 - Start-up 7.2 - Sending Ethernet Data 7.3 - Data Outputs - 2 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 3 9.3 - Electrical Fault Protection 10 - Troubleshooting 10.1 - LED Codes 10.2 - Statistical Monitoring 10.3 - Solutions for Common Issues 10.4 - Other Issues 10.5 - Reset to Factory Defaults 11 - Disclaimer - 3 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 4: Introduction
2 - Introduction This is the user manual for the PixLite T8-S Mk3 pixel controller. The PixLite T8-S Mk3 is a powerful pixel LED controller built upon Advatek’s 3rd generation PixLite Mk3 processor. At its core, the controller converts sACN, Art-Net and DMX512 protocols from lighting consoles, media servers or computer lighting software into various pixel LED protocols. -
Page 5: Safety Notes
Power to the device is protected by a 250V 1A glass fuse (F1A L 250V). This fuse should only be replaced by someone with proper technical knowledge or instruction. For more information on supplying power, see Section 1.1. - 5 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 6: Physical Installation
2. Assemble the mounting plates onto the controller using the four M4 x 10mm screws supplied with the mounting kit, as shown in Figure 2 below. - 6 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 7 3. Assemble the unit onto the surface using four screws of a type suitable for the mounting surface (not supplied), as shown in Figure 3 below. The screws should be a pan head type, 4mm in thread diameter and at least 10mm long. - 7 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 9: Flat Surface Rear Mount
2. From the bottom side of the panel, use four M4 machined thread screws to assemble the controller to the panel, as shown in Figure 5 below. The screws should be 4-8mm in length, plus the thickness of the panel. - 9 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 10 Figure 5: Controller Assembled onto Panel - 10 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 11: 19" Data Rack Mount
The second option is to mount two controllers side by side in a single rack slot, as shown in Figure 7 below. Use optional mounting kit (part number MNT0202) for this configuration. - 11 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 12: Single Controller Configuration
Figure 8: Single Brackets Assembled to Controller 2. Assemble the controller to the 19” rack using the supplied pan head screws, washers and nuts, as shown in Figure 9 Figure 10 below. - 12 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 13: Dual Controller Configuration
Figure 10: Single Controller Assembled to Rack 4.4.2 - Dual Controller Configuration 1. Using the twelve supplied countersunk screws, assemble the two brackets to the controller, as shown in Figure 11 below. - 13 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 14 2. Assemble the controller to the 19” rack using the supplied pan head screws, washers and nuts, as shown in Figure 12 Figure 13 below. Figure 12: Nuts Fitted to Rack - 14 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 16: Electrical Connections
5 - Electrical Connections 5.1 - Supplying Power Power for the PixLite T8-S Mk3 controller is applied via the supplied AC power cable. The controller is shipped with a 2m long IEC lead with a region specific power plug which should be connected to the AC mains supply. The IEC input socket on the rear... -
Page 17: Connecting The Transmitter To Receivers
Receivers are connected to the transmitter via the RJ45 ports on the rear panel of the PixLite T8-S Mk3. Each port is labelled with its output number 1-8. These ports are not network ports, and should not be connected to any networking equipment. They are specifically designed to connect a PixLite transmitter with a PixLite receiver. -
Page 18: Aux Port
Configure the Aux port to DMX512 Output to allow conversion of a single universe of incoming sACN or Art-Net data to the DMX512 protocol. This then allows any DMX512 device(s) to be connected to this port and effectively be controllable over Ethernet. - 18 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 19 PixLite Mk3 Management Guide here: www.advateklighting.com/product-help/pixlite/mk3/management-guide The Aux port connector is located on the rear panel of the unit as shown in Figure 17 below. Figure 17: Location and Pinout of the Aux Port - 19 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 20: Network Configuration
6 - Network Configuration 6.1 - Network Layout Options Figure 18: Network Layout using a Switch and Router Figure 18 shows a typical network topology for the PixLite T8-S Mk3. Daisy-chaining PixLite devices and redundant network loops are both explained in Section 6.3. -
Page 21: Igmp Snooping
Traditionally when multicasting a large number of universes, IGMP Snooping is required to ensure that the pixel controller is not overwhelmed with irrelevant data. However, the PixLite T8-S Mk3 is equipped with a Universe Data Hardware Firewall, which filters out irrelevant incoming data, removing the need for IGMP Snooping. -
Page 22: Ip Addressing
DHCP server or pre-configured Static IP addressing. This then means that connecting a PixLite T8-S Mk3 directly to a PC typically does not require any IP address configuration - communication will be possible because both devices would generate their own valid AutoIP. -
Page 23: Static Ip
Gateway Address: 0.0.0.0 5. You should now be able to access the device’s Management Interface by manually browsing to 192.168.0.50 in your web browser, or by using Advatek Assistant 3. - 23 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 24 Note: The Factory IP is only a temporary setting used to regain connectivity to the device. When the device is reset (powered off and on again), the IP address settings will revert to what is configured in the device. - 24 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 25: Operation
16,320 12,288 The PixLite must be configured before it can correctly output pixel data. Refer to the PixLite Mk3 Management Guide for how to configure and patch your pixel outputs. - 25 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 26: Button Actions
Solid Blue White Solid White Outputs will slowly move through a continuous color fade. Color Fade Pressing the TEST button will loop back to the original color cycle test mode. - 26 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 27: Operating Refresh Rates
For this to take place, the PixLite still needs to receive and process each universe, including universes that will be dropped due to a lower priority. Low priority sACN handling with the PixLite T8-S Mk3 will require that the total number of universes being streamed to the controller from all sources combined, for any purpose, should not exceed 100 universes. -
Page 28: Advatek Showtime
SHOWTime™ Dashboard. Now, operators can access real-time playback and device control through the SHOWTime™ Dashboard, amplifying the flexibility of PixLite Mk3. For more information, download the PixLite Mk3 Management Guide here: www.advateklighting.com/product-help/pixlite/mk3/management-guide - 28 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 29: 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 T8-S Mk3 controller connected to the LAN network as per Section 6.1. -
Page 30: Specifications
9 - Specifications 9.1 - Operating Specifications The table below specifies the operating conditions for a PixLite T8-S Mk3 controller. For a full list of specifications, refer to the product datasheet. 9.1.1 - Power Parameter Value/Range Units 100-240 Input Power... -
Page 31: Electrical Fault Protection
ESD protection is present on all data line outputs and all Ethernet ports. All data outputs and the Aux Port are protected against faults of up to +/- 48V DC. - 31 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 32: Troubleshooting
10 - Troubleshooting 10.1 - LED Codes There are multiple LEDs on the PixLite T8-S Mk3 that are useful for troubleshooting. The location of each is shown in Figure 21 below. Figure 21: Location of LEDs Please refer to the tables below for condition codes for the Ethernet port LEDs, and the multi-color status LED. -
Page 33: Statistical Monitoring
Many issues that may occur are often due to complications in the network, configuration, or wiring. For this reason, the Management Interface features a statistics page for statistical monitoring and diagnostics. Refer to the PixLite Mk3 Management Guide for more information. - 33 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 34: Solutions For Common Issues
To reset the controller to its factory default settings, do the following: 1. Ensure the controller is powered up. 2. Hold down the 'Reset' button for 10 seconds. 3. Wait for the Multi-Color Status LED to alternate Green/White. - 34 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 35 5. Alternatively, reset to factory defaults via the Management Interface, in the "Configuration" page. Note: This process will reset all configuration parameters to Factory Defaults, including IP Address settings (listed in Section 6.4.4), as well as Security settings. - 35 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 36: Disclaimer
EN 61000-4-11 RoHS 2 + DD (EU) Restriction of Hazardous Substances 2015/863 (RoHS 3) Through testing to the above standards, the PixLite T8-S Mk3 has the certifications and marks listed in the table below. - 36 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 37 Art-Net™ Designed by and Copyright Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd. This product has been manufactured by: Advatek Lighting Pty Ltd U1, 3-5 Gilda Court Mulgrave, 3170 VIC, AUSTRALIA - 37 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T8-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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