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- Page 1 PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 - Pixel Outputs 7.4 - Button Actions - 2 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 3 9.4 - 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 A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 4: Introduction
2 - Introduction This is the user manual for the PixLite A4-S Mk3 pixel controller. The PixLite A4-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
Completely disconnect the supply source during abnormal operation and before making any other connections to the device. The bottom of the enclosure is a heat sink which can become hot. - 5 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 6: Physical Installation
Assemble the unit onto the mounting surface using screws of a type suitable for the mounting surface (not supplied). The screws should be a pan head type, 3mm in thread diameter and at least 15mm long, as shown in Figure 2 below. - 6 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 7 Figure 2: Controller Assembled to Flat Surface - 7 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 8: Din Rail Mount
1. Align the controller's mounting holes with the outermost mounting holes on each bracket. Using the four supplied M3, 12mm long screws, assemble the controller to the mounting brackets, as shown in Figure 3 below. Figure 3: Controller Assembled to Bracket - 8 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 9 2. Align the lower edge of the bracket with the lower edge of the DIN rail (1), and push the controller down so it clicks onto the DIN rail (2), as shown in Figure 4 below. Figure 4: Controller Assembled to DIN Rail - 9 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
- Page 10 3. To remove the controller from the DIN rail, pull the controller horizontally, toward its power connector (1) while rotating the controller up and off the rail (2), as shown in Figure 5 below. Figure 5: Removal of Controller from DIN Rail - 10 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 11: Electrical Connections
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Page 12: Control Data
Figure 7 below. Figure 7: Position of Ethernet 5.4 - Pixel Outputs & Expanded Mode A high level wiring diagram for connecting pixel LEDs to a PixLite A4-S Mk3 is shown in Figure 8 below. Refer to Section 7.3 for the specific capacity of a pixel output. - Page 13 By default, a PixLite controller will have expanded mode disabled. In this state, each physical output corresponds to its numbered output in the management interface. This is explained in the table below. Expanded Mode Disabled Logical Output Physical Output - 13 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
- Page 14 Output Pin Name Clock Data Clock Data Clock Data Clock Data The pinout for expanded mode is shown in Figure 10 below. Figure 10: Pixel Output Pinout - Expanded Mode Enabled - 14 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 15: Differential Dmx512 Pixels
5.5 - Differential DMX512 Pixels The PixLite A4-S Mk3 can connect to differential DMX512 pixels, as well as single-wire serial DMX512 pixels. Single wired DMX512 pixels can connect as per the pinout above. DIfferential DMX512 pixels require connection of an additional data wire. This pinout... -
Page 16: Aux Port
PixLite Mk3 Management Guide here: www.advateklighting.com/product-help/pixlite/mk3/management-guide The Aux port connector is located on the front side of the unit as shown in Figure 13 below. - 16 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 17 Figure 13: Location and Pinout of the Aux Port - 17 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 18: Network Configuration
6 - Network Configuration 6.1 - Network Layout Options Figure 14: Network Layout using a Switch and Router Figure 14 shows a typical network topology for the PixLite A4-S Mk3. Daisy-chaining PixLite devices and redundant network loops are both explained in Section 6.3. -
Page 19: 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 A4-S Mk3 is equipped with a Universe Data Hardware Firewall, which filters out irrelevant incoming data, removing the need for IGMP Snooping. -
Page 20: Ip Addressing
DHCP server or pre-configured Static IP addressing. This then means that connecting a PixLite A4-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 21: 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. - 21 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 22 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. - 22 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 23: Operation
7.3 - Pixel Outputs Each of the 4 pixel outputs on the PixLite A4-S Mk3 can drive up to 6 universes of data. This allows for a total of up to 24 universes of pixel data to be driven out of the one controller. -
Page 24: 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. - 24 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 25: 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 A4-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 26: 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 - 26 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 27: 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 A4-S Mk3 controller connected to the LAN network as per Section 6.1. -
Page 28: Specifications
9 - Specifications 9.1 - Derating The maximum output current that the PixLite A4-S Mk3 can provide to pixels is 28A, which it can do over a wide temperature range. To prevent this high current from causing excessive heat during operation, the PixLite A4-S Mk3 has been equipped with a heat sink on the underside of the unit. -
Page 29: Operating Specifications
9.2 - Operating Specifications The table below specifies the operating conditions for a PixLite A4-S Mk3 controller. For a full list of specifications, refer to the product datasheet. 9.2.1 - Power Parameter Value/Range Units Input Power 5 - 24 V DC... -
Page 30: Electrical Fault Protection
The Aux Port is protected against faults of up to +/- 48V DC. The PixLite A4-S Mk3 is protected against damage from reversed polarity power input. In addition, any pixels that you connect to the pixel outputs are also protected against reverse polarity power input, as long as they are only connected to power through the PixLite controller itself. -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
10 - Troubleshooting 10.1 - LED Codes There are multiple LEDs on the PixLite A4-S Mk3 that are useful for troubleshooting. The location of each is shown in Figure 18 below. Figure 18: Location of LEDs Please refer to the tables below for condition codes for the Ethernet port LEDs, and the multi-color status LED. -
Page 32: 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. - 32 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... -
Page 33: 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. - 33 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228... - Page 34 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. - 34 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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Page 35: Disclaimer
EN 61000-4-6 RoHS 2 + DD (EU) Restriction of Hazardous Substances 2015/863 (RoHS 3) Through testing to the above standards, the PixLite A4-S Mk3 has the certifications and marks listed in the table below. Certification Relevant Country ETL Listing (UL 662368-1) - Page 36 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 - 36 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite A4-S Mk3 User Manual V20250228...
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