Enttec Datagate Mk2 Quick Start Manual
Quick Start Manual
Datagate MK2 70044
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DATAGATE MK2
Box Contents
• Datagate Mk2 (pn: 70044)
• Straight connect Ethernet lead (pn:79102)
• IEC power cord (country dependent plug)
• This User manual
Features
• 8 DMX ports isolated up to 1500V
• Gigabit Ethernet Connection
• LCD display provides network and status
information
• DMX refresh rate configurable for each DMX port
(1Hz to 44Hz) default is 35Hz.
• Break time/MAB configurable for each DMX port
• All configurations are made through web browser
and saved as Profiles.
• Graphical User Interface for creating and editing
ports is flow-chart oriented and documents data
flow as you configure it.
• OSC support
• DMX Generator and Stream snapshot feature
(web)
• Supports numerous protocols for DMX over
Ethernet:
◦ ESP
◦ Art-Net
◦ KiNet (input only)
◦ sACN
Additional Features (licenses)
• Stream Auditor: A status monitoring web-screen that
includes data throughput statistics, un-matched DMX
over Ethernet data streams (streams that are not
included in the current profile), and other information
for troubleshooting, available through web page
• Merging:
◦ HTP
◦ LTP
◦ A/B Priority
• RDM Tools (GET, SET DMX address, Identify Fixtures ...)
• RDM Sensors on enabled fixtures (temperature, faults,
lamp hours ....)
Safety
• Do not expose the Datagate Mk2 to rain or moisture,
doing this will void the warranty
• Do not remove the cover, there are no serviceable
parts inside
• This unit is intended for indoor use only
Basic Setup
Right out of the box the unit is setup as Art-Net to DMX (8
universe) node. Because of this, you can use the device
with applications, consoles, desks, or controllers that are
compatible with Art-Net to distribute Art-Net data via
Ethernet network.
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With the default profile, each DMX Port is mapped to it's
respective Art-Net Universe, allowing you to directly plugin Art-Net without any changes or configuration
necessary.
Getting Started
To begin your installation please follow these steps.
1. Unpack the unit from the box. Inspect the
Datagate Mk2 for any damage that might have
occurred in shipping, and verify that it looks to
be in good condition before plugging it in to
power.
2. The Datagate Mk2 occupies a single unit (1U) in
a 19 inch rack. You may attach it to the rack
either at this time or later after configuring it,
if desired.
3. Attach a power cord with mains voltage
(supplied) to the IEC input on the back.
4. Using an Ethernet Cat5, Cat5E or Cat6 cable,
connect the unit to an Ethernet Network.
5. Datagate Mk2 is set to DHCP by default, so it can
be connected to your existing network (router or
switch), and the IP address, if needed, can be
changed from LCD or web browser.
6. The LCD displays the IP address of the unit at all
times (except when it's booting), but if not
possible to check the LCD, NMU App (available for
Windows & Mac) can be used to detect the
Datagate Mk2 on your network. NMU can be
downloaded here: www.enttec.com/nmu
Profiles
Profiles are essential to the operational philosophy of
the Datagate. With a profile selected, the device knows
how to utilize the many resources it can make use of to
perform lighting control tasks.
Each Profile contains configuration information for some
or all of the following:
DMX Ports
These are the physical DMX ports 1 to 8.
Ethernet Streams
These are the DMX over Ethernet universes.
(Art-Net, ESP, KiNET, ACN)
Routing Diagram
The routing diagram is the visual representation
of the Profile itself and it tells the Datagate how frames
are moved or routed inside the routing engine, as well as
what to do with multiple sources of data that need to be
merged, when that option is engages. Other special
operations can be part of a diagram as well, such as
Merging, Channel Shifter, Output Switch, etc.
Factory Profiles
The Datagate Mk2 has a set of factory profiles, to start you
off. You're likely to see the following:
• Art-Net to DMX: This profile will take 8 DMX over
Ethernet signals using the Art-Net protocol and convert
them to 8 DMX signal on ports 1 to 8.
• DMX to Art-Net: This profile takes 8 DMX signals on
ports 1 to 8 and send them over Ethernet using Art-Net
protocol.
• DMX Splitter: This profile inputs DMX on port 8 and
the signal is replicated onto ports 1 to 7
• 4 In 4 Out Isolator: This profiles is used to isolate
4 DMX streams, signal on input 1 is replicated to port 2,
signal on port 3 is replicated on port 4
• 7 to 1 Merger: This profile does an HTP merge of
DMX inputs 1 to 7 and send the result onto DMX port 8
(merging license needed)
These profiles are just an example of what can be done with
the Datagate Mk2, you can modify the factory profiles to
accommodate your particular need (copy and then edit), or
create your own profile from scratch.
Changing from one profile to another can be done in a web
browser window, via RS232 command, or with the touch of a
few buttons on the front panel menu
LCD Menu
The LCD Menu is navigated through the four panel
buttons on the front of the unit.
The Menu button acts as the “Back” button, which takes
you to the previous Menu/screen.
The Enter button goes into the selected option on the
screen, and activating the option.
The Top & Bottom button are used to navigate/scroll
through the options on any screen. The currently selected
option is highlighted with a white background on the screen.
Main Menu
DG-MK2 - ART-NET-TO-DMX
IP: 192.168.10.200
Packets: 25 / S
press a key to enter
Line1: displays the System Name and currently Selected
Profile.
Line2: displays either the current IP address / DHCP Failed /
disconnected, highlighting the current status of the network
interface. The IP address is where the web interface can be
accessed.
Line3: displays the number of packets currently passing
through the Datagate Mk2. This number of packets per
second, can be used as an indicator of the activity of DMX
on your network.
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Pressing any of the panel buttons/keys will activate the
next screen on the LCD Menu.
Selection Menu
1-load profile
2-Setup
3-Status
4-Restart
1-Load Profile
Lists all available profiles on the Datagate Mk2, list can
be scrolled using up & down keys. Scrolling indicator is
visible when the list allows scrolling.
Pressing Enter at the selected profile will activate the
profile (some profiles might need a license to activate)
2-Setup
1-Change IP
2-Factory Reset
Setup screen allows changing the IP address of the unit
via “Change IP” or doing Factory Reset.
Change IP
This screen further gives two options DHCP or Static IP.
When Static IP is selected, the screen allows you to
change the IP address using the top and bottom button
to scroll the digits and the menu & enter buttons to select
the segment.
Once you are on the last segment of the IP address,
pressing the Enter button, will activate the IP address. It
will take a few seconds for the change to go through,
please wait 30 seconds, before attempting to try again.
Change IP Address
IP: 192.168.001.003
Factory Reset
Activating Factory Reset, leads to a simple prompt
confirming your action. Once confirmed, the Factory Reset
will take a few seconds to run. It will end up deleting all your
user created profiles, as well as any saved settings. Please
use this only when needed, or as directed by ENTTEC
support team.
F-Reset in progress
please wait …
3-Status
Status Screen, allows the following two options:
1-System
2-Network
Both the Status screens are read-only and provide
information about the system and Networking.
These require no user-input and serve as a way of checking
the performance of the unit.
4-Restart
Restart Screen, when activated, prompts for the user to
confirm the selection.
1-YES
2-NO
Once confirmed, Datagate Mk2 will stop the engine and
restart the system. While rebooting the LCD screen will
change between a couple of screens, and the LCD Main Menu
will only be visible, once the system is fully ready. (usually
takes a minute).
System Restarting
Please wait …
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