eDMX4 MAX ArtNet sACN to DMX Controller User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- eDMX4 MAX
Table of Contents
eDMX4 MAX ArtNet sACN 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 and 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
---|---
0134-1.0-3
|
Initial product release. 3pin XLR
0134-1.0-5
|
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 the latest firmware version features unless otherwise noted.
Firmware Version
|
Comments
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V4.2
|
Initial release. RDM support disabled.
V4.3
|
Initial release with USB DMX support.
V4.5
|
Extensions to DMXking USB DMX protocol. Required update for USB DMX functionality.
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
- eDMX4 MAX – 4x 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)
- Split 1x DMX input -> 3x DMX outputs
- sACN Priority take over 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 a 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
Power over Ethernet 802.3af / network 10/100Mbps RJ45 Ethercon socket. USB-C socket for DC power input alternative to PoE. SD card push-push socket for microSD. Four Neutrik XLR connectors for DMX512 3-pin or 5pin options available.
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
Port C
|
DMX512 Port C TX/RX activity
Port D
|
DMX512 Port D 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 a
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 operations.
Check https://dmxking.com/ for the 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 the 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
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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
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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 0 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
- The 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/eDMX MAX
Configuration Utility User Manual (EN).pdf
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Dimensions: 250mm x 58mm x 43mm (WxHxD)
- Weight: 350 grams (0.77lbs)
- Power input: 802.3af/at Power over Ethernet. Maximum power budget 5W.
- USB-C power input. For any USB power source, only a 5V supply is negotiated.
- DMX512 connector: 5pin or 3pin Neutrik XLR socket
- DMX512 ports are 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 is compliant with RDM over Art-Net. Not available in firmware 4.2
- 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 the same Universe.
- IPv4 Addressing
- IGMPv2 for multicast network management
- DMX512 Frame Rate: Adjustable per port
- Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C 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
- DMXking.com
- JPK Systems Limited
- New Zealand
- 0134-700-4.5
References
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