Elation E-Node 8 Instruction Manual
X-NET 8
8 Universal DMX System
On
Ethernet
DMXTrigger
DMX1 DMX2
DMX3
DMX4
DMX5 DMX 6
DMX7
DMX8
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2=Data3=Data+
8Universes Artnet/ DMXNode
Sub-Net
Power
E-NODE 8
Universe
ArtNET
250k
Baud
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1000k
ArtNET
Instruction Manual
P/N: 24-004-1497-00
Rev1.2
Table of Contents
Part I: About E-NODE 8
(2) How to Map
(1) How to Setup
Part II: X-Soft-Net(Holding System) Operation
(4) X-Net Configure software Operation
(3) How to playback preset Scenes by running X-Software &
DMX Trigger Operation Incl.
Part I
About E-NODE 8
Customer Support:
About8Universal DMX System(E-NODE 8)
Introduction:
The has been thoroughly tested and shipped in perfect working condition. Please takeafew
minutes to carefully inspect the system carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the
carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect each system component for damage, in the case that
damage is found, please contact our customer support center, listed below, for further instructions.
E-NODE 8
Unpacking:
Part I: About 8 Universe DMX System( )
Part II: X-Soft-Net software operation guide
Part III: Botex Arkaos operation guide
E-NODE 8
Caution!
There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will void your
manufactures warranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, please contact your nearest Elation
dealer.
Do not discard this carton in the trash, please recycle when ever possible.
Upon unpacking, carefully inspect your unit for any damage that may have occurred during shipping. If damage
may have occurred, do not plug the unit in, please contact your dealer as soon as possible.
Every effort has been made to design dependable and reliable products. New products are constantly being
designed to meet the needs of the entertainment lighting industry. Your comment
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Thank you for your purchasing the Elation8Universe DMX System(E-NODE 8). To optimize the performance
of this product, please read these operating instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic operation
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1
1 User Instruction
1 Quick Start Guide
E-NODE 8
The8Universal DMX system should include the following:
This instruction manual includes the following contents:
Main Technical Data:
Supporting DMX-512 and DMX-1000K(1M) protocol
DMX Output: (DMX-512 protocol control)
512 channels per connector,
total 8* 3-pin XLR DMX connector,
total 512 x8channels
Dimensions: 19''/1U(482 x 205x44 mm)
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High Speed DMX-1000K(1M) protocol control
2048 channels per connector,
total 8
total 2048x8 channels
* 3-pin XLR DMX connector,
Main Features:
The newest Artnet, 8 Universe DMX System.
Standard DMX-512 and High Speed DMX-1000K(1M) protocol compatible.
With network control, supporting TCP/IP, Artnet and CL100M protocol.
Fixed built-in 128 memory CHIP allows to hold DMX data files.
Up to 32 Shows can be created, assigned and updated by configuring X-Net Configure Software on
PC platform.
With a real-time record function.
Astronomical time color schedule event table.
All output channels can be patched with any of input.
DMX trigger function available with DTC-512 or X-Trigger-USB.
Power input of AC100~240V, 50/60Hz.
Fuse protection with F3.15A 250V 5x20mm
Controls & Functions:
Front Panel View
ArtNet encoder:
To activate and set SubNet and Universe of ArtNet. And use Universe encode to set the starting number of the
existing node's Universe.
Power Indicator:
Ethernet port:
Link/Data Indicator:
Link/Data Indicator:
250K/1000K indicator:
Work Mode Selector(SW1~2):
To indicate the work status of the unit.
With RJ 45 standard network port.
To indicate the status of network linking and data linking.
To indicate the status of network linking and signal/data linking.
To indicate the signal output of 8 Universe DMX uses standard DMX-512 protocol or high speed DMX-1000K.
To select and activate the Control Protocol as you desire;
SW1 SW2 Control Protocol
OFF X
ON X
ArtNet Protocol
CL100M Protocol
SW1
OFF
SW2
ON
Special Note:
1.Under ArtNet protocol, you MUST firstly set your PC's IP address of "2.16.0.3", and Subnet mask addressing
of "255.0.0.0"
2.Under CL100M protocol, the X-Net Configuration software from Elation will be available. You MUST firstly
set your PC's IP address of "172.16.0.3", and Sub mask addressing of "255.255.255.0".
.
(How to set your PC's IP addressing and Subnet mask addressing, please refer to "Configuring Ethernet card".)
3.Once you-reset Sw1 or Sw2 if you need, you MUST restart your E-NODE 8
DMX Trigger Interface(XLR male connector):
To feature DMX trigger function which is used to control Show by connecting DTC-512 or X-Trigger-USB.
(For further information, please refer to its accompanying user manual.)
DMX Channel Selection
Starting Channel
Starting Channel
+1
Starting Channel
+2
DMX Values & Functions
0~127 to Normal Output,
129~255, allow to Blackout.
0~85 to Pause;
86~170 to Play;
171~255 to allow to Stop.
0 ~2, select Scene_1;
3~5, select Scene_2;
6~8, select Scene_3;
........
252~254, select Scene_85
DMX Channel Selection, DMX Value & Functions Table
1. DMX starting Channel is available to be set by operating X-Net Configuration software.
2. For Downloading DMX data files, Editing Show and Event Triggering, please refer to user manual of
E-NODE 8 Configuration Software.
DMX Interface(1~8 DMX Universe):
To output DMX control signal
Back Panel View
Fuse Holder:
To mount the fuse of F3.15A, 250V 5*20mm
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Set IP:
SW1 SW2
SW3
[0~255]=
A*100+B*10+C
A=0~2
B=0~9
C=0~9
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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9
0
1
2
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8
9
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
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8
9
IP Address Setting(SW1~3 Operation):
Before using the node, please set the existing E-NODE 8's IP addressing from 172.16.0.[0]~172.16.0.[255] by
using SW1~SW3 as you desired. As per E-NODE 8, 172.16.0.0, 172.16.0.3, 172.16.0.255 are not available.
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1.
2.
3.
Special Notice:
When A*100+B*10+C exceeds 255, the IP address of the node will be set to 172.16.0.250 automatically.
After you change the protocol setting and IP address setting by using any dip-switch, please disconnect
the main power to confirm your setting. Then connect the main power and restart your device.
It is strongly recommended that the amount capacity of 200,000 pixels controlled over distributed by the
entire holding system of one computer is allowed.
Part II
X-Soft-Net Holding System
& Operation Guide
2. In the Control Panel, simply double-click on the ''Network Connection'' icon. A new dialog box will bring up;
1. These settings are adjusted in the Windows Network Settings Dialogue. To access this, select the Start
Menu -Settings- Control Panel menu.
To use E-NODE 8 to drive LED lightings from Elation as needed with X-Software software operation. Before
using X-Software software, it is advisable to firstly configure your computer Ethernet card. The process is very
simple and is described as the below instructions. It is necessary to set two parameters, the IP address and the
Subnet Mask.
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol line and then press the properties button. A new setup dialog box will bring up;
Configuring your computer Ethernet card before installing
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5. Press the OK button to finish your setting, not need to restart the computer.
If you want to select E-NODE 8 to drive your LED fixtures, you must type the
number of 172.16.0.3 in the IP address blank bar. To type the number of
255.255.255.0 in the Subnet mask blank bar.
4. Set IP address and Subnet mask:
How To setup!
Setup Information
This isasetup software in the X-Software which is used to set all information as needed. It
features mainly;
To set Node IP Address
To edit/Create Events(trigger time setup)
Events(Flash files-*swf, *GVI, Video Files-*AVI,*WMV, MPEG Files-*mpeg,*mpg,*mlv, *mp2,*mp3)
Backup/Load
Create GVI
DMX Control Mode Setup
Getting Started
For the setup software working correctly, all events MUST be firstly placed in the scene library called "Scene_lib"
of the X-Soft main folder. To add scenes as needed, the user can simply follow two ways to process;
Manually copy these selected scenes(swf, MPEG Files, AVI Files) which you wish to the "Scene_lib"
main folder with the mouse action.
Automatically load these events(swf, MPEG Files, AVI Files) which you wish to he "Scene_lib"
main folder by operating "Event(swf, MPEG Files,AVI Files) Backup/Load" .
(For further information, please see Section_3: "Events Backup/Load" for events loading.
Section_1: Node IP Address Setup
For these connected Nodes controlling the fixtures correctly, all nodes which are used to control the fixtures
MUST be set up individual IP address in this Setup software.
Overview (menu options)
To add IP address of nodes which will be used in the
system as needed
To create events as needed.
To copy files as needed.
To create Gvi as needed.
To set DMX control/trigger as needed.
N/C
Exit from the software
The illustration below shows the main features and main sub menus options in the menu.
Click the "Setproj" icon ( ) to open this software in the main folder.Adialog box will bring up as following;
Source Components
Presentation List
All events(Flash files, Video Files, MPEG Files)
which have been copied to the "Scene_lib" folder
will automatically be listed and display in the
Source Components Presentation List.
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