DMXking eDMX4 PRO DIN Interface User Manual

eDMX4 PRO DIN
Interface

USER MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Thanks for purchasing a DMXking.com product. Our aim is to bring you high- quality products with great features we know you’ll appreciate. We ship only what’s required which is why there’s no CD or printed manual in the box, this is part of our commitment to minimizing environmental impact.
This user manual covers features up to v3.13 firmware. Some functionality may not be available with earlier firmware versions.
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 PRO DIN product variants. Check the product label for P/N details.

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.

performance enhancements.
v3.0| Record playback added, RDM enhancements, Universe Sync, IGMP report when universe change + unsolicited option, DMX IN Single IP. *Update to v3.1 is highly recommended.
v3.1| ArtNet 4 NodeReport messages with Bindlndex, NodeReport status messages, and Dynamic IGMP reporting based on current port configurations.
v3.3| Record/playback enhancements.
v3.5| CR+LF is no longer required on the last script line.
v3.7| DMXworkshop excess ArtPoll bytes accepted, Full frame DMX512 option DMX- IN & DMX-OUT, Broadcast ArtNet playback over network, ArtPollReply includes UID report, ArtNet fail safe modes, NTP time sync and time zone with DST, DMX- IN & DMX-OUT re-mapping channel offset, Timeout all sources for DMXIN, sACN CID fix for multiple DMX-IN ports on the same universe, sACN Universe Sync enhancements, Recording from DMX-IN sources, Default Gateway added to ArtlpProg, Numerous Record/playback enhancements (see eDMX Recorder manual).
V3.8| ArtPollReply message excess byte trimmed, Volume label report, End of show playback timing for improved show looping.
V3.9| Improved merge source handling at end of show playback for seamless looping with the merge. Master script final show entry now checks individual show scripts.
V3.10| ArtPoll handling fix for Madrix.
V3.11| Alternate ArtNet port added. NTP time sync at startup increased attempts. DMX-OUT Channel offset with Full Frame option is now correctly handled. RDM Discovery message PortID corrected. RDM message length error corrected.
V3.12| RDM functionality where physical ports have the same universe allocated. YAML configuration file load from SD card. ArtNet universe data accepted from alternate ArtNet port alongside standard ArtNet port.
V3.13| CRON tab entries expanded to 20. CRON run option to delay start until NTP response. Special feature request for 24hr long show skips ahead to current time upon start. Snapshot scene load/update from SD card upon startup. Snapshot wrote to SD card file.

MAIN FEATURES

• Wide input power range 8-28Vdc.
• OEM board for integration into your designs.
• DIN rail mount possible with DIN clip accessory.
• Static or DHCP IPv4 network address.
• Supported operating systems: Any with Ethernet networking support. Windows, MAC OS, Linux, iOS, Android…
• eDMX4 PRO DIN – 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
• Available with 3-pin screw terminal block or 8P8C RJ45 socket options
• 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 PRO Record / Playback manual
• Standalone show playback without a computer or network connection
• Internal clock with NTP time sync for timed playback
• Configuration utility with basic Art-Net output/input test functionality
• Accessory port for external show triggering and future add-on devices
• Firmware updates can be performed by the end-user

eDMX4 PRO DIN products consider Art-Net 00:0:0 to be Universe 1 (i.e. offset by 1) so there is an easy mapping between sACN/E1.31 and Art-Net.

EXTERIOR VIEW

FRONT VIEW

Network 10/100Mbps RJ45 socket. Pluggable terminal block for 8-28Vdc power input. Four RJ45 sockets or 3way pluggable terminal block connectors for DMX512. Optional DIN rail mount brackets.

STATUS LED TABLE

Firmware Update mode.
Network| Network activity. Green = Link, Flash = Traffic

DEFAULT CONFIGURATION

All eDMX4 PRO DIN units ship with default IP address settings. Please reconfigure network settings as required before use.

DMX512 Port configuration parameter defaults.

1 = Art-Net 00:0:0

*Global threshold for all DMX-IN ports, configured in the Port A settings tab.

CONFIGURATION UTILITY

The eDMX Configuration utility provides a simple interface to all device parameters. Typically, these are set once during initial configuration and left untouched. If you are not confident in setting up the network IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway parameters please get in touch with your distributor. DHCP is supported from firmware v2.14 onwards.
From firmware v3.12+ and eDMX Configuration v1.23+ primary, Art-Net UDP 6454 and an alternate UDP 16454 port may be used for device configuration. This is helpful when simultaneously running eDMX Configuration and a lighting control application. Automatic selection of alternate ports is performed upon utility startup if the primary Art-Net port is unavailable. It is also possible to lock eDMX Configuration to the alternate port via the Advanced menu. Note that DMXking nodes are always listening on both primary and alternate ports so there is no device configuration required to change.

IMPORTANT: Firmware v3.11 and older. Once you’ve finished configuring your MX product close the configuration utility before starting your lighting control application if it’s running from the same computer.
From eDMX Configuration v1.24+ an eDMX Node configuration can be saved/loaded from a simple Key:Value YML file. Select the node and perform Load/Save accessible in the File menu. Firmware v3.12+ can load configuration from a file named “conf.yml” off the SD card.
NETWORK TAB

Before starting the eDMX Configuration utility please ensure your computer has appropriate IPv4 network settings, for example, IP 192.168.0.100 Subnet 255.255.255.0  Gateway 192.168.0.254.
Upon startup, eDMX nodes are automatically detected and displayed by IP address. To poll for new devices or just check the communications is okay by clicking Search. From v1.16 polling is automatic every 8 seconds but can be disabled through the Advanced | Auto Device Poll menu option. The mute Responses option prevents any new nodes from being listed regardless of their status on the network. With large node counts, this can be helpful.
Click on the desired node’s entry and all Settings will be retrieved. Note that if no response is received the settings will be greyed out and no additional tabs visible. An activity box shows both transmitted and received messages to help with diagnosing communication issues. If your network configuration has multiple adapters and or IP addresses you should select the same network range as the MX from the Network Adapter IP Address dropdown box and also ensure the subnet mask is appropriate.
Utility v1.20 uses Settings Broadcast by default which allows node settings to be updated regardless of the network adapter subnet range. This only works if all detected nodes are firmware v3.0+ and is automatically disabled otherwise. Unicast single node discovery and configuration is possible by selecting Advanced | Unicast Poll and entering the destination IPv4 address and then clicking Search. This will function over routed networks provided a Default Gateway has been specified in the node Network Settings.

All eDMX/LeDMX/ultra DMA PRO nodes provide IGMPv2 Reports necessary to participate in a multicast environment as necessary for sACN/E1.31 protocol. Sometimes due to network infrastructure issues, an IGMP querier is not present and in these situations, you can opt to have the node generate ongoing unsolicited IGMPv2 Reports.

To change the node Network Settings make applicable changes then click Update Network Settings.
Selecting Firmware Update will prompt for an appropriate firmware file and upload upon confirmation. A built-in boot loader permits updating of the eDMX firmware. We do not recommend performing firmware updates over routed networks. Note that only signed encrypted firmware files from DMXking.com can be successfully loaded to ensure you won’t brick your device by accident. Future firmware releases for this product will be in the form 0105-500-VersionMajor.VersionMinor.enc

PORT TAB

DMX512 ports can be individually configured as either DMX-OUT, with automatic dual sACN/Art-Net protocol support, or DMXIN, with manually selected sACN or Art-Net protocol. When configured as DMX-IN a single Unicast IP address destination may be specified but in the majority of applications leaving this field at 0.0.0.0 is appropriate.
Timeout of all sources can be used to override the default ArtNet-defined behavior of holding the last sent or received frame forever.

• DMX-OUT mode: Whenever 2 sources are present and being merged together 2 the source will always timeout when the stream stops. In DMX-OUT mode if Timeout all sources is unchecked and Hold the Last mode is selected the output will hold the last frame forever. Timeout all sources checked and Failsafe Mode other than Hold Last selected will cause the output to change to Zero, Full, or Snapshot Scene. nd
• DMX-IN mode: An ArtNet or sACN stream is generated upon receiving DMX512 on the port. Timeout of all sources checked will cause this stream to end a few seconds after the DMX512 signal stops.

Channel Offset provides simple re-mapping for both DMX-OUT and DMX-IN port configurations. Set to 0 for no re-mapping.

• DMX-OUT mode: Incoming ArtNet or sACN stream(s) are re-mapped so channel 1 is pushed up to channel 1+N. When channel 1+N exceeds 512 the incoming stream channels are ignored/lost.
• DMX-IN mode: Incoming DMX512 is re-mapped so channel 1 is pushed up to channel 1+N on the outgoing ArtNet or sACN stream. When incoming DMX512 channel 1+N exceeds 512 channels are ignored/lost.

Make changes to the applicable Port settings then click Update. Changes on all port tabs are updated regardless of which tab the Update button is clicked.

RECORDER TAB

Please refer to the eDMX PRO Recorder manual for more information. This functionality is common to all DXM PRO, LeDMX PRO, and ultraDMX2 PRO devices except eDMX1 PRO which does not include an SD card socket.

DMX DISPLAY FUNCTION
Select View | DMX Display for a simple DMX512 test utility. To generate an Art-Net output stream click Transmit then select one of the 6 Transmit Options and change Art-Net Universe as applicable. When in Manual mode you can click on any of the channels (represented by small boxes with hexadecimal channel levels inside) to set the ON level and double-click to set zero. The mouse scroll wheel adjusts a channel by a defined increment. Channel number increases from left to right, top to bottom and the roaming tool tip provides information about a specific channel.
Both the ON level and mouse wheel step can be set by right-clicking anywhere within the black display area. The number of channels transmitted and the refresh rate can be adjusted using the applicable sliders adjacent to transmit options.

Changing to Receive mode will display the selected Art-Net universe number with merged streams if more than 1 is present. Note Art-Net II unicast is not supported meaning only Art-Net broadcast streams are displayed.

The DMX Display utility works with any manufacturer Art-Net hardware and can be useful for diagnostics and simple testing of DMX512 fixtures.

NODE REPORT
From firmware v3.3+ each node provides a brief status report indicating DMX frame rates, SYNC status, SHOW playback selection, and RECorder status.

Above an eDMX4 PRO reports Port A,B, C,D at 40fps with no synchronization present (Async mode) and the recorder state Idle.

In the example above the recorder, the status indicates there is No SD card present.

ART-NET NODE NAME
The Art-Net protocol supports device naming which can make larger installations more manageable. Both Short Names (17 characters) and Long Names (63 characters) for an eDMX Device can be edited in the Node Information box.

FACTORY RESET
This is the last resort option if for whatever reason incorrect or forgotten device network settings have rendered your device unusable. A word of warning – this function will factory reset ALL eDMX devices on your network so it’s critical to separate off the device requiring a reset. We recommend directly connecting a computer and eDMX device using a network cable so there’s no chance of additional eDMX devices accidentally being reset too.
Several warnings are presented before the command is sent. This function is not intended for use with eDMX/LeDMX PRO and ultraDMX2 PRO devices and will not have any effect on firmware 3.0+.

SUMMARY OF SETTINGS

for class A,B & C respectively
Default Gateway| Address of network gateway (router) for communications beyond the local subnet
Network Mode| DHCP or Static IPv4
IGMPv2 Unsolicited Report| IGMPv2 Report messages sent at 5-255 second intervals
Port Operation Mode| DMX-IN Art-Net, DMX-IN sACN, DMX OUT (both Art-Net and sACN are always enabled). Fixed IP is 0.0.0.0 by default which equates to multicast sACN or automatic unicast/broadcast Art-Net. Setting a Fixed IP forces DMX-IN ArtNet or sACN unicast to 1 IP only.
Timeout all sources| The last Art-Net or sACN stream source if lost will timeout DMX-OUT. Loss of DMX-IN signal will timeout outgoing ArtNet or sACN stream.
Channel Offset| Re-mapping for DMX-OUT or DMX-IN streams
Async Update Rate| DMX512 output frame rate/frequency. Universe Sync takes precedence.
Merge Mode| HIP (Highest Takes Precedence – dimmers), LTP (Last Takes Precedence — moving lights)
Full DMX Frame| Force DMX-OUT or DMX-IN to full 512 channel frames with zero levels filling gaps
Broadcast Threshold| 0 = Force Art-Net broadcast mode, > 0 Art-Net R/3/4 unicast until a threshold (DMX-IN)
Unicast IP| Single IPv4 destination for unicast ArtNet or sACN from DMX-IN
sACN Priority| DMX-IN sACN Priority value assigned to sACN stream. 0— 200, default 100
RDM Discovery Period| A number of seconds between internally initiated RDM Discovery attempts. Setting Discovery Period = Os will disable RDM
RDM Packet Spacing| Number of 1/20sec intervals enforced minimum between RDM messages on DMX line
DMX-OUT Failsafe Mode| ArtNet failsafe mode selection. Timeout All Sources must be checked for all options other than Hold Last.
Recall DMX snapshot startup at| Recall the snapshot scene at power on and output until Art-Net or sACN stream is received. Snapshot DMX button records current DMX output to snapshot memory.
DMX Universe| sACN 1-63999 which is translated to an Art-Net Port-Address (Net:Sub: Uni). Setting DMX Universe = 1 results in sACN Universe = 1 and Art- Net 00:0:0 (Universe 1 = Art-Net Universe 0)

PORTS, MERGING, PRIORITY, AND DMX INPUT

PORTS AND MERGING
Each DMX Port is fully independent which allows for configurations including setting multiple ports to the same universe. eDMX PRO nodes are capable of several advanced merging and stream selection functions usually only found on higher-priced equipment. Support for both HTP (Highest Takes Precedence) and LTP (Latest Takes Precedence) merging of 2 sources producing a single DMX512 output thus permitting 2 controllers to simultaneously operate on 1 lighting rig. To achieve DMX stream merging simply send 2 Art-Net or sACN streams on the same Universe and configure the applicable DMX OUT port merge scheme HTP or LTP. If the number of sources exceeds 2 only the first 2 will be processed and all new streams that appear are simply dropped. Possible merging sources are:

merge/priority functionality.
sACN / E1.31| Only sACN sources of the same Priority will be HTP or LTP merged.
DMX-IN Art-Net| Configure the DMX-IN port universe to match a DMX-OUT port universe. Priority is locked to
100 since Art-Net does not have a Priority value.
DMX-IN sACN| Configure the DMX-IN port universe to match a DMX-OUT port universe. Priority is defined by
the port configuration sACN Priority.

SUPPORTED MERGING COMBINATIONS

frame.
sACN / E1.31| sACN / E1.31| Sources will end immediately upon the sACN stream termination flag, otherwise a 3-second timeout after the last received frame.
Art-Net| sACN / E1.31| Art-Net source timed out 3 seconds after the last received frame, sACN stream termination flag otherwise 3-second timeout after the last received frame.
DMX-IN| Art-Net| Merge external DMX512 source with incoming Art-Net stream.
DMX-IN| sACN / E1.31| Merge external DMX512 source with incoming sACN stream.
DMX-IN (1)| DMX-IN (2)| Merge 2 external DMX512 sources. Priority is defined by the respective port configuration sACN Priority.

SACN / E1.31 PRIORITY
At any time if a higher priority sACN stream, on the same Universe, is received it will take over and control a DMX-OUT port regardless of other incoming streams or merging. When an sACN stream is stopped gracefully via a stream terminate message the eDMX port will immediately revert to whatever other sources are present, otherwise the default stream timeout of 3 seconds applies. If you want HTP/LTP to merge two sACN streams together they must be of the same priority.

SACN / E1.31 PRIORITY – DMX RECEIVE

When a port is configured for DMX-IN sACN operation the sACN Priority can be set. This permits DMX Inputs to generate sACN multicast or unicast streams with a specific priority.

DMX512 IN – UNICAST / BROADCAST / MULTICAST

When you feed a DMX512 signal into an eDMX Port configured as DMX-IN Art-Net the following will determine Art-Net unicast
or broadcast:

1. If Broadcast Threshold = 0 the frame is always broadcast on the IP subnet.
2. If Broadcast Threshold > 0 and the number of detected Art-Net II/3/4 devices “subscribed” to that universe is less than the threshold the frame is unicast to each device.
3. If Broadcast Threshold > 0 and the number of detected Art-Net II/3/4 devices “subscribed” to that universe is greater than the threshold, the frame is broadcast on the subnet.
4. If Broadcast Threshold > 0 and zero Art-Net II/3/4 devices are “subscribed” to that universe the frame is broadcast on the subnet.
5. If the Fixed IP is not 0.0.0.0 the frame is only unicast to the specified IPv4 address.

As you can see there are multiple ways broadcast could occur. The implementation is done like this to ensure compatibility with mixed Art-Net I/II/3/4 device networks but still permit unicast when Art-Net II/3/4 devices are used exclusively.
For DMX-IN sACN multicast frames will be generated when the Fixed IP is 0.0.0.0 otherwise frames are unicast to the specified destination.

COMPATIBLE SOFTWARE

Art-Net/sACN and DMX512 are the most commonly used lighting control protocols with roots in simple theatrical light dimming. These days almost any lighting or stage effect equipment may be controlled using DMX512 (with explicit exclusion of anything involving potentially dangerous operations such as pyrotechnics) including moving lights, LED screens, fog machines, and laser displays.
The DMXking.com eDMX4 unit is a 4-universe Art-Net/sACN device designed for use with computer-based show control software or expansion of lighting console outputs. It replaces an entire lighting console allowing the user to perform sophisticated shows with little more than a laptop. There are many free and commercial software packages available and by selecting Art-Net as your DMX device compatibility is guaranteed.
Check the following page for a short list of compatible software:
http://dmxking.com/control-software

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 70x68x35mm (WxHxD)
• Weight: 0.07kg
• DC Power input 8-28Vdc, 2.5W max. Typical current consumption @ 12Vdc 250mA
• DMX512 connector: RJ45 or 3-way terminal block.
• DMX512 ports are NOT isolated
• Ethernet 10/100Mbps Auto MDI-X port.
• 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.
• Universe Sync Art-Net, sACN, and Madrix Post Sync.
• Both HTTP 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 -10°C to 50°C non-condensing dry environment

WARRANTY

DMXKING.COM HARDWARE LIMITED WARRANTY
What is covered
This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship with the exceptions stated below.
How long does the coverage last
This warranty runs for one year from the date of shipment from an authorized DMXking.com distributor.
What is not covered
Failure due to operator error or incorrect application of the product. Opening the unit voids the warranty.
What DMXking.com will do
DMXking.com will repair or replace, at its sole discretion, the defective hardware. Return shipping costs from our service facility in New Zealand shall be free of charge.
How to obtain service
Contact DMXking.com directly by emailing sales@dmxking.com

DECLARATIONS (FCC & CE)

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Responsible Party:
JPK Systems Limited
PO Box 493
Pukekohe 2340
New Zealand

declares that the product eDMX4 PRO DIN complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

EEC DECLARATION

We
JPK Systems Limited
PO Box 493
Pukekohe 2340
New Zealand

declare under our sole responsibility that our product eDMX4 PRO DIN conforms to the requirements of Council Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC and therefore complies with the requirements of Council Directive 73/23/EEC, (The Low Voltage Directive) on the harmonization of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits as amended by Article 13 of Council Directive 93/68/EEC

• EN 55103-1
• EN 55103-2
• EN 60065

Signed: Jason Kyle
Date: 30 December 2015
Position: Managing Director

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• JPK Systems Limited
• New Zealand
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