DMXking XLR 3 Pin ArtNet sACN USB To DMX Controller User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- DMXking
Table of Contents
DMXking XLR 3 Pin ArtNet sACN USB To DMX Controller
INTRODUCTION
Thanks for purchasing a DMXking product. Our aim is to bring you high quality products with great features we know you’ll appreciate. DMXking MAX series devices are Art-Net and sACN/E1.31 protocol compatible designed for use with computer based show control software or expansion of lighting console outputs. There are many free and commercial software packages available. http://dmxking.com/control-software
HARDWARE AND FIRMWARE VERSIONS
From time-to-time minor hardware changes occur in our products usually small feature additions or unseen optimizations. The table below lists eDMX4 MAX product variants. Check the product label for P/N details.
| Part Number | Feature addition |
|---|---|
| 0133-1.0-3 | Initial product release. 3pin XLR |
| 0133-1.0-5 | Initial product release. 5pin XLR |
Firmware updates are released on a semi-regular basis. We recommend updating to the latest available firmware version so all product features are available. Please take note the user manual reflects latest firmware version features unless otherwise noted.
| Firmware Version | Comments |
|---|---|
| V4.5 | Initial release. RDM support disabled. |
MAIN FEATURES
- Power over Ethernet 802.3af/at compliant. Alternative power via USB-C
- Tough metal enclosure with multiple mounting options
- Available with 3 pin or 5 pin XLR socket options
- Static or DHCP IPv4 network addressing
- USB DMX functionality in addition to Network ArtNet/sACN
- Supported operating systems: Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android
- eDMX2 MAX – 2x DMX512 OUT or DMX512 IN with Art-Net, sACN E1.31 and E1.20 RDM support
- Art-Net broadcast, Art-Net II,3 & 4 unicast, sACN/E1.31 Multicast and sACN Unicast support
- Merge 2 incoming Art-Net/sACN streams per output channel with both HTP and LTP options
- Merge Art-Net/sACN + DMX input -> DMX output(s)
- Merge 2x DMX input -> DMX output(s)
- sACN Priority takeover for multi-tier controller arrangements
- Mix and match ArtNet with sACN merge/priority sources
- DMX-IN and DMX-OUT channel offset re-mapping
- User configuration of Art-Net Node short and long names
- Fully compatible with all software and hardware that supports Art-Net I, II, 3 & 4 and sACN protocols
- Works with your existing console if Art-Net or sACN external nodes are supported
- Universe Sync Art-Net, sACN and Madrix Post Sync
- Recording and playback to microSD card (not included). See eDMX MAX Record / Playback manual
- Standalone show playback without computer or network connection
- Internal clock with optional battery backup for timed playback. NTP time sync
- Configuration utility with basic Art-Net output/input test functionality
eDMX MAX translates Art-Net 00:0:0 to Universe 1 (i.e. offset by 1) so there is an easy mapping between sACN/E1.31 and Art-Net.
EXTERIOR VIEW
FRONT VIEW
SD card push-push socket for microSD. Two Neutrik XLR connectors for DMX512 3pin or 5pin options available.
REAR VIEW
Power over Ethernet 802.3af / network 10/100Mbps RJ45 Ethercon socket. USB-C socket for DC power input alternative to PoE. 10way IDC socket for I/O triggering. See eDMX MAX Recorder Manual.
STATUS LED TABLE
| LED | Indication |
|---|---|
| Protocol | Protocol activity. Flash Red = Art-Net/sACN. Solid Red = Bootloader |
mode
Link/Act| Network activity. Green = Link, Flash = Traffic
Power| Incoming power good
SD Card| SD card activity
Port A| DMX512 Port A TX/RX activity
Port B| DMX512 Port B TX/RX activity
USB DMX OPERATION
DMXking MAX series devices include USB DMX functionality alongside Ethernet lighting protocols ArtNet/sACN.
SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY
Software packages for USB DMX use either a Virtual COM Port (VCP) driver or FTDI specific D2XX driver. DMXking MAX series uses VCP which is more universal than FTDI D2XX, especially across different operating systems, however this has created some compatibility issues with existing software packages using the later. We are working with software developers still using D2XX to encourage updating their code to utilize VCP instead and also leverage DMXking USB DMX protocol extensions that allow multiple universe operation.
Check https://dmxking.com/ for DMXking MAX series USB DMX compatible software list
DEVICE CONFIGURATION
Previously DMXking USB DMX capable devices did not require DMX port configuration for DMX-IN mode as this was automatically selected by certain USB DMX messages. This has changed in DMXking MAX series devices which now require explicit DMX-OUT or DMX-IN port configuration along with selecting which port to forward over USB DMX to allow multi-port devices to function with complete flexibility.
DMX PORT MAPPING
Simple USB DMX protocol output messages are automatically mapped to the physical DMX512 ports regardless of configured universe.
USB DMX SERIAL NUMBER
For software compatibility reasons a BCD serial number is calculated from the MAX device hardware MAC address using the lower 3 hexadecimal bytes converted to a decimal number. Software that has been updated for MAX series devices will display the hardware MAC address.
DEFAULT CONFIGURATION
All eDMX4 MAX units ship with default IP address settings. Please reconfigure network settings as required before use.
| Parameter | Default Setting |
|---|---|
| IP Address | 192.168.0.112 |
| Subnet Mask | 255.255.255.0 |
| Default Gateway | 192.168.0.254 |
| IGMPv2 Unsolicited Report | Unchecked |
| Network Mode | Static IP address |
DMX512 Port configuration parameter defaults.
| Parameter | Default Setting |
|---|---|
| Async Update Rate | 40 [DMX512 frames per second]. Universe Sync will override. |
| Port Operation Mode | DMX-OUT |
| Timeout all sources | Unchecked |
| Channel Offset | 0 |
| Fixed IP | 0.0.0.0 [Only for DMX IN – Unicast to 1 IP address only] |
| Merge Mode | HTP |
| Full DMX Frame | Unchecked |
| *Broadcast Threshold | 10 [Art-Net II/3/4 unicasting up to 10 nodes]. Set to for Art-Net I broadcast on DMX IN ports. |
| Unicast IP [DMX-IN] | 0.0.0.0 |
| sACN Priority [DMX-IN] | 100 |
| RDM Discovery Period [DMX-OUT] | 0s / RDM Disabled |
| RDM Packet Spacing [DMX-OUT] | 1/20s |
| DMX-OUT Failsafe Mode | Hold Last |
| Recall DMX Snapshot at startup | Unchecked |
| DMX512 Universe | 1-4 [Net 00, Subnet 0, Universe 0-3] Note: sACN Universe 1 = |
Art-Net 00:0:0
*Global threshold for all DMX-IN ports, configured only in Port A settings tab.
CONFIGURATION UTILITY
Download eDMX MAX Configuration Utility from https://dmxking.com/downloads- list
User manual for the utility https://dmxking.com/downloads/eDMXMAXConfigurationUtilityUserManual(EN).pdf
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Dimensions: 80mm x 39mm x 95mm (WxHxD)
- Weight: 250 grams
- Power input: 802.3af/at Power over Ethernet. Maximum power budget 5W.
- USB-C power input. Any USB power source, only 5V supply is negotiated.
- DMX512 connector: 5pin or 3pin Neutrik XLR socket
- DMX512 ports electrically isolated.
- Ethernet 10/100Mbps Auto MDI-X port Neutrik Ethercon socket
- Internal DMX512-A line biasing termination as per ANSI E1.20 RDM requirements
- Art-Net, Art-Net II, Art-Net 3, Art-Net 4 and sACN/E1.31 support.
- ANSI E1.20 RDM compliant with RDM over Art-Net. Not available in firmware 4.5
- Universe Sync Art-Net, sACN and Madrix Post Sync.
- Both HTP and LTP merging of 2 Art-Net streams per port
- sACN Priority
- Internal merging capability with DMX In and DMX Out ports on same Universe.
- IPv4 Addressing
- IGMPv2 for multicast network management
- DMX512 Frame Rate: Adjustable per port
- Operating temperature 0C to 40C non-condensing dry environment
WARRANTY
DMXKING HARDWARE LIMITED WARRANTY
What is covered
This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship with the exceptions stated below.
How long coverage lasts
This warranty runs for two years from the date of shipment from an authorized DMXking distributor.
What is not covered
Failure due to operator error or incorrect application of product.
What DMXking will do
DMXking will repair or replace, at its sole discretion, the defective hardware.
How to obtain service
Contact your local distributor https://dmxking.com/distributors
CUSTOMERS SUPPORT
DMXking.com • JPK Systems Limited • New Zealand
0133-700-4.5
