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SnakeSys User Manual

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1 SnakeSys Products
1.1 SnakeSys Philosophy
Explains the core principles and design philosophy behind SnakeSys products.
1.2 Networking
Details network protocols like Art-Net and ACN, and connectivity for SnakeSys devices.
2 SnakeSys B4
2.1 Product Diagram
Visual guide to the SnakeSys B4's physical layout, ports, and indicators.
2.7 ChamNet Mode
Enables custom configuration, network settings, and firmware upgrades via MagicQ.
2.8 DMX Buffer Mode
Allows the B4 to function as a DMX buffer, distributing a single input to multiple outputs.
2 SnakeSys B4 Continued
2.10 Powering the SnakeSys B4
Explains the methods for powering the SnakeSys B4, including mains and Power over Ethernet.
2.11 Factory reset
Provides instructions to reset the SnakeSys B4 to its default factory settings.
3 SnakeSys R4
3.1 Product Diagram
Illustrates the SnakeSys R4's physical components, ports, and LED indicators.
3.2 Network Buttons
Describes the functions of the ChamNet and VPN enable buttons for network configuration.
3.6 Address Switches
Details how address switches are used to set unit IDs, Art-Net universes, or ACN universes.
3.10 Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
Discusses the R4's integrated PoE output capability on its network ports.
3 SnakeSys R4 Continued
3.13 ChamNet Mode Information
Explains how the SnakeSys R4 is configured and controlled using MagicQ's Net Manager.
3.14 Powering the SnakeSys R4
Details the universal power supply specifications and connection for the R4.
4 SnakeSys T2
4.1 Product Diagram
Shows the physical layout, ports, and LCD display of the SnakeSys T2.
4.4 Menu System
Explains the operation and navigation of the T2's built-in menu system for configuration.
4.8 Powering the SnakeSys T2
Outlines the three power methods for the SnakeSys T2: mains, PoE, and battery.
5 SnakeSys R8
5.1 Product Diagram
Illustrates the SnakeSys R8's components, including OLED display and DMX ports.
5.4 Menu System
Describes the R8's menu interface, navigation encoder, and buttons for configuration.
5.6 ChamNet Mode Information
Explains how to configure and control the SnakeSys R8 via MagicQ's Net Manager.
5.7 Powering the SnakeSys R8
Details the universal power supply and lack of internal battery for the SnakeSys R8.
6 Network Manager (SnakeSys)
6.2 ChamNet Mode (MQ Net)
Details configuring SnakeSys products using MagicQ's Net Manager interface.
6.3 Upgrading SnakeSys firmware
Guides on updating SnakeSys device firmware using MagicQ software.
6.5 Output Setup
Explains how to configure MagicQ to output or input universes with SnakeSys products.
7 SnakeSys Firmware Release Notes (B4, R4, T2)
7.1 Version 216
Notes a fix for occasional DMX output drop issues in the R4.
7.2 Version 215
Adds unit settings clear function and resets IP/Subnet Mask on B4.
7.3 Version 214
Changes DMX output hold policy and increases LED timeout for all products.
8 SnakeSys Firmware Release Notes (R8)
8.1 Version 214
Adjusts DMX retime timer and improves DMX send logic for R8.
8.2 Version 213
Updates ACN output policy to improve fixture response on R8.

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