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Installation, Operation Manual & Warranty Details
ChamSys Support - support@chamsys.co.uk
Firmware Version v1.04, 2024-04-11

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Introduction and General Information
Edition Notes
Overview of the manual's content and suggestion to update firmware for full product potential.
Legal and Usage Information
Covers manual usage permissions, copyright, trademarks, and liability disclaimers.
Product Care and Safety
Care of Your GeNetix Product
Recommendations for maintaining the GeNetix Product in optimal condition.
Safety Notes
Crucial safety precautions regarding electrical shock, damaged cables, and product handling.
Chapter 1. GeNetix Products
GeNetix Product Range
Lists and briefly describes the various GeNetix switches and network nodes available.
GeNetix Philosophy
Details the design principles, reliability, and connector choices for GeNetix products.
GeNetix Network Nodes Overview
Network Node Features
Lists common features supported by all GeNetix network nodes, like DMX, Art-Net, and RDM.
GN5 & GN10 Specific Features
Highlights additional features for GN5 and GN10 nodes, including MIDI and Timecode.
Networking and Protocol Configuration
Networking Protocols
Covers Art-Net 4, sACN, IP address schemes, and MagicQ unlocking capabilities.
DMX Timings and RDM Settings
Explains configurable DMX timings and RDM support on GeNetix nodes.
Quick Start and Scenarios
GeNetix Quick Start Guide
Provides quick setup options for common user scenarios like Art-Net and sACN output.
Common Scenarios Explained
Details specific scenarios for receiving Art-Net and sACN data.
Chapter 2. Connections
GeNetix Node Connectivity
Overviews various GeNetix node connections, power options (PoE, USB, Mains).
USB Mode and GW20/GW21 Wiring
Details USB connection for nodes and wiring for GW20/GW21 models.
Specific Node Details
GN2 Node Capabilities
Explains the GN2 node's functions as Art-Net/sACN node or USB-DMX interface.
GN5 Node Functions
Details the GN5 node's capabilities as Art-Net/sACN node or USB-DMX interface.
GN10 Node Operations
Explains the GN10 node's features as Art-Net/sACN node or USB-DMX interface.
Chapter 3. Node Navigation
Node Interface Controls
Describes how to use node encoders, buttons, and navigate menus.
Node Home Display Information
Details the status and information displayed on the node's home screen.
Chapter 8. Port Management
Individual Port Configuration
Details configuring individual ports for protocol, universe, and direction.
DMX Fallback Setup
Explains setting up DMX Fallback for redundancy and failover between ports.
Chapter 10. System Settings
Lost Data Input Behavior
Configures how a node reacts when network data (Art-Net/sACN) is lost.
DMX Synchronization Mode
Explains synchronized DMX output settings to reduce tearing.
RDM and DMX Timing Controls
RDM Configuration Options
Details the configuration options for Remote Data Management (RDM) support.
DMX Timing Parameter Adjustment
Explains how to adjust DMX frame, MAB, and break timings.
Security and Error Handling
PIN Locking and Unlocking
Describes the PIN lock feature for securing the node and the unlock procedure.
Web Server Error Messages
Provides explanations for common error codes displayed by the web server.
Node Identification and Reset
Setting the Node Name
Allows users to assign a custom name to the device for network identification.
Factory Reset Procedure
Details the process to reset the device to its original out-of-box configuration.
Chapter 13. MIDI and Timecode Integration
Timecode Input/Output Management
Covers MIDI and LTC timecode input/output configuration for GN5 and GN10 nodes.
MIDI Message Handling
Details support for MIDI notes, CC, beat clock, and SysEx messages.
Chapter 14. MagicQ Configuration Features
Node Identification Mode
Describes how to use the Identify mode in MagicQ Net Manager to locate devices.
Chapter 15. Web Server Interface
System Overview Page
Allows users to view the current configuration of the connected node at a glance.
Web Server Configuration Modules
Device Configuration Settings
Covers modifying core system settings like node name, RDM, and LEDs.
Network Configuration Settings
Explains how to modify the node's IP address and subnet mask.
Web Server DMX Timing and Scenes
DMX Timing Adjustments
Allows modification of outgoing DMX timing values like frame, MAB, and break.
Scene Recording and Playback
Explains the process of recording, editing, and playing back scenes via the web interface.
Web Server User Configs and 10Scene Trigger
User Configuration Management
Covers saving, recalling, and clearing custom user configurations.
Web Server Security and Error Reference
PIN Locking and Unlocking Procedure
Details the steps for locking and unlocking the web interface using a PIN.
Web Server Error Codes Explained
Lists and explains common error codes encountered on the web configuration page.
Chapter 16. Feature Comparison
GeNetix Nodes Feature Matrix
Compares the firmware functions and features across different GeNetix Node models.
Chapter 17. Firmware Release Notes
Firmware Version 1.04 Updates
Details new features and improvements in firmware version 1.04.
Firmware Version 1.01 Information
Notes that version 1.01 was the initial release of the firmware.
Appendix A: Network Protocol Fundamentals
DMX Data Transmission
Explains the serial transmission of DMX data and packet structure.
Ethernet and IP Addressing Basics
Describes Ethernet technology, TCP/IP, and IP address conventions.
Art-Net Protocol Overview
Explains Art-Net as a protocol for transmitting DMX information over Ethernet networks.

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