Console Setup And Configuration - Pathway connectivity solutions cognito Quick Manual

Console Setup and Configuration

On most lighting systems, particularly DMX-only systems, Cognito will require little or no
configuration. On Ethernet-based networks, some changes may be required to match
an existing network, or to incorporate equipment needed to utilize the neato™ iOS app.
To reach the Setup options, with the console on, press the Power Button once. Then
touch the Setup icon. A list of options will appear on the left side of the screen.
System
Use the encoder wheels to set your desired time zone. If the console is connected to
the Internet, the Get Time icon will match the console's clock to an Internet clock
service.
On rare occasions, the touch screen may lose calibration. If touching one area of the
screen seems to cause a different area to react, recalibration may help. Touch the
Calibrate Screen icon and follow the instructions carefully.
DMX
Adjusting the flavor (refresh rate) of DMX512 can sometimes remedy response issues,
such as spontaneous color changes or flashing, in certain LED lights. Use the yellow
encoder to select from Slow (32 frames per second), Medium (36 frames), Fast (40
frames - default) or Maximum (44 frames).
The DMX offset sets the universe range for each DMX output port. This feature only
applies to the Pro1024 version. Normally, DMX Output A is set to Universe 1 (channels
1-512) and DMX Output B is set to Universe 2 (channels 513-1024). But there may be
times when the output should be inverted, or even turned off. Use the red and green
wheels to adjust the settings as required.
Network DMX
Allows you to adjust the Universe offset of the Ethernet data protocols. Normally, the
data protocols start with Universe 1 (mirroring the DMX output). But for installations with
multiple Cognito consoles, setting the first console's offset to 1 and the second console's
offset to 2, and so on, is desirable. When using Pro1024 models, ensure that the
offsets do not overlap, or more than one console may accidentally control the same set
of lights, with unpredictable results.
Network
WRITE DOWN YOUR EXISTING SETTINGS AND VALUES BEFORE MAKING ANY
CHANGES TO THESE SETTINGS. These settings are usedt when data is sent to your
lights using the Ethernet port. Data sent using the DMX port(s) alone is not affected.
The following descriptions assume a basic knowledge of Ethernet networking terms,
concepts and practices.
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