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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 7.4 - Button Actions 7.5 - Hardware Test Pattern - 2 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... - 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 T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218...
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Page 4: Introduction
2 - Introduction This is the user manual for the PixLite T16X-S Mk3 pixel controller. The PixLite T16X-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 T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... -
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 T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... - Page 7 (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. Figure 3: Mounting Plates Assembled to a Flat Surface - 7 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218...
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Page 8: Flat Surface Rear Mount
Figure 5 below. The screws should be 4-8mm in length, plus the thickness of the panel. Figure 5: Controller Assembled onto Panel - 8 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... -
Page 9: 19" Data Rack Mount
1. Using the six supplied M3 x 10mm countersunk screws, assemble the two brackets to the controller, as shown in Figure 7 below. Figure 7: Single Brackets Assembled to Controller - 9 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... - Page 10 2. Assemble the controller to the 19” rack using the supplied pan head screws, washers and nuts, as shown in Figure 8 Figure 9 below. Figure 8: Nuts Fitted to Rack Figure 9: Single Controller Assembled to Rack - 10 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218...
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Page 11: Electrical Connections
5 - Electrical Connections 5.1 - Supplying Power Power for the PixLite T16X-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 12: Connecting The Transmitter To Receivers
Receivers are connected to the transmitter via the RJ45 ports on the rear panel of the PixLite T16X-S Mk3. Each port is labelled with its output number 1-16. 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 13: Pixel Outputs & Expanded Mode
Receiver Output Name Clock Data Clock Data etc. Transmitter (PixLite T16-S Mk3) Receiver (PixLite R2F-S) Output Pin Logical Output Physical RJ45 Output Receiver Receiver Output Name Data Data Data Data etc. - 13 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... -
Page 14: Aux Port
5.5 - Aux Port The PixLite T16X-S Mk3 has 1 multipurpose auxiliary (Aux) port that can be used for DMX512 communication using RS485 electrical signals. It is capable of outputting DMX512 to other devices or receiving DMX512 from another source. -
Page 15: 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 T16X-S Mk3. Daisy-chaining PixLite devices and redundant network loops are both explained in Section 6.3. -
Page 16: 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 T16X-S Mk3 is equipped with a Universe Data Hardware Firewall, which filters out irrelevant incoming data, removing the need for IGMP Snooping. -
Page 17: Ip Addressing
DHCP server or pre-configured Static IP addressing. This then means that connecting a PixLite T16X-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 18: 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. - 18 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... - Page 19 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. - 19 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218...
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Page 20: 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. - 20 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... -
Page 21: 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. - 21 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... -
Page 22: Operating Refresh Rates
Low priority sACN handling with the PixLite T16X- 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. - 22 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... -
Page 23: 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 - 23 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... -
Page 24: 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 T16X-S Mk3 controller connected to the LAN network as per Section 6.1. -
Page 25: Specifications
9 - Specifications 9.1 - Operating Specifications The table below specifies the operating conditions for a PixLite T16X-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 26: 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. - 26 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
10 - Troubleshooting 10.1 - LED Codes There are multiple LEDs on the PixLite T16X-S Mk3 that are useful for troubleshooting. The location of each is shown in Figure 17 below. Figure 17: Location of LEDs Please refer to the tables below for condition codes for the Ethernet port LEDs, and the multi-color status LED. -
Page 28: 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. - 28 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... -
Page 29: 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. - 29 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218... - Page 30 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. - 30 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218...
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Page 31: Disclaimer
The PixLite T16X-S Mk3 controller is supplied with a 5-year limited warranty and a repair/replacement guarantee. Please see the terms and conditions on our website for more information. - Page 32 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 - 32 - www.advateklighting.com PixLite T16X-S Mk3 User Manual V20250218...
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