Giant 8 Port Artnet Node User Manual

GiANT 8 Port Artnet Node

Table Of Contents

Before You Begin ..............................................................................................................1.

What Is Included .....................................................................................................................................

Unpacking ..............................................................................................................................................

Claims ................................................................................................................................................

Symbols .................................................................................................................................................

Safety Notes ...........................................................................................................................................

Introduction .......................................................................................................................

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Product Description..............................................................................................................................

Product Features .................................................................................................................................

Additional Products ..............................................................................................................................

Product Overview ....................................................................................................................................

Product Dimensions ................................................................................................................................

Setup And Installation ........................................................................................................

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AC Power ................................................................................................................................................

Fuse Replacement ..................................................................................................................................

Fuse Replacement Diagram ................................................................................................................

Mounting ..................................................................................................................................................

Signal Connection ...................................................................................................................................

Signal Connection Diagram .................................................................................................................

Installation Guidelines .............................................................................................................................

Configuration And Operation ............................................................................................

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Control Panel ...........................................................................................................................................

Menu Map ................................................................................................................................................

Using The Menu ......................................................................................................................................

Configuring Net Address ......................................................................................................................

Configuring Subnet Address ................................................................................................................

Configuring Universes .........................................................................................................................

Configuring DMX Outputs ....................................................................................................................

Configuring IP Addresses ....................................................................................................................

Configuration Examples ..........................................................................................................................

DMX Source (DMX Splitter) .................................................................................................................

Art-Net Source (Art -Net adapter) ..................................................................................................

Art-Net And DMX Sources ...............................................................................................................

Indicators .................................................................................................................................................

Technical Information ........................................................................................................

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Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................

Technical Specifications ....................................................................................................

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Dimensions And Weight ..........................................................................................................................

Power.......................................................................................................................................................

Data Connections ....................................................................................................................................

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Before You Begin

Before You Begin 1.

What Is Included

Artnet DMX controller

IEC power cord

Warranty card

User Manual

Unpacking

Carefully unpack the
condition.

Claims

Upon receipt, if the container or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear
damaged from shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately,

Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier. In

For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
concealed damage, file a claim with us within 7 days of receiving the merchandise .
For information on contacting us , see Contact Us

Symbols

fixtrue

the container and all the packing material for inspection.

Symbols Meaning

Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Failure to comply with this
information may cause the product not to work, damage third-party equipment, or
cause harm to the operator .

Important installation or configuration information. Failure to comply with this
information may keep the product from working.

Useful information.

and check that all the parts are in the package, and are in good

at the end of this Manual.

addition, keep

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Safety Notes

Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before starting to work with the product.
These notes provide important safety information about the installation, usage, and
maintenance.

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Always connect this product to a grounded circuit.

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Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
Always connect this product to a power source with the proper voltage as
listed on the product sticker.

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Do not operate the product if there is damage to the housing.
This product is for indoor use only! It is rated IP20. Do not expose the
product to rain or moisture.

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Always disconnect this product from power before cleaning it or changing the
fuse.

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Never disconnect the product from the power source by pulling or tugging on
the cord.

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If mounting the product overhead, always secure it using a safety cable.

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Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when it is
operating.

Before You Begin

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This product is not intended for permanent installation.

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Never connect the product to a dimmer or a rheostat.

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Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation.

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Do not operate the product in an ambient temperature higher than

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104 F (40 C).

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This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in
this User Manual will only apply to properly trained us certified
technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs.

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Any damages caused by manual modifications are not subject to warranty.
Our will not accept liability for damage caused by unauthorized
modifications or not observing the safety warnings and instructions in the
manual.

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All applicable local codes and regulations apply for proper installation of this
product.

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In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product
immediately.

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If the product requires repair contact us For more information see
Returns and Contact Us.

Keep this User Manual for future reference.

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Introduction

Introduction 2.

Product Description

The fixture is a reliable and versatile rack
integrated optical DMX splitter and Art-Net hub capability . It has two 3-pin DMX In ports
and eight 3-pin DMX O ut ports, all optically isolated. It takes up to 8
simultaneously. The eight 3-pin DMX O ut ports can be assigned to either of the DMX I n ports
or to one of the Art-Net Neutrik ether CON ports . Neutrik ether CON ports are through
ports that allow daisy chaining of the fixture units.

The fixture provides a reliable, highly customizable network infrastructure for complex control
systems.

Product Features

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Rack mountable

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Both an Art-Net node and an optical splitter

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Eight optically isolated output ports

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Variable operating modes for all DMX outputs

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Two Neutrik etherCON in/through ports

mountable

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Art-Net

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DMX adapter with an

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to

Net

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Art

universes

Additional Products

The fixture is an adapter and hub combined that works as part of a control system.
Our has a line of video products and lighting products that work with the

Product Overview

fixture.

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Product Dimensions

1.7 in

44.4 mm

6.6 in

167.9 mm

Introduction

LINK

DMX1

DMX2

DATA

17.4 in

443 mm

Menu

0.9 in

23.5 mm

4.7 in

120 mm

19 in

483 mm

15.3 in

390 mm

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Setup And Installation

Setup And Installation 3.

AC Power

The fixture
100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. To determine the power requirements for refer to t
label affixed to the product or Technical Specifications

The listed rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation.

Always connect this product to a properly grounded and protected
circuit.
Never connect this product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer
circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to
100% switch.

Fuse Replacement

1. Disconnect the product from power.

2. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.

3. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.

4. Remove the blown fuse from the holder.

5. Replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.

6. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.

has a n internal auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of

the fixture

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he

Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse.

Fuse Replacement Diagram

Spare Fuse Holder

(inside safety cap)

Always replace a blown fuse with another of the same type and rating.

A spare fuse is not included; however, the safety cap has room for a spare.

Installed Fuse

(held by plastic clip)

Safety Cap

Mounting

The fixture
placed where the menu and the ports are accessible, and where there is adequate
ventilation.

fits nicely in a standard 19" rack, or sits on a flat surface. should be

Signal Connection

The fixture

It sends signal out through 8 DMX Out ports and the other Neutrik etherCON port.

Signal Connection Diagram

receives signal though 2 DMX I n ports and one of 2 Neutrik etherCON port

To Another

Or Other Art-Net Products

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Setup And Installation

The fixture

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The fixture

From Art-Net Sources

ART-NET/KLIN G-NET

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The Neutrik etherCON ports are through ports. Each port can be either
an input or an output port.

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The DMX ports can only be input or output ports. There are 2 DMX In
ports and 8 DMX Out ports.

Installation Guidelines

The fixture

products. The physical and digital construction of the control network is determined by the
location and signal needs of the products.

When designing a control system that uses the

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Placing the so the menu and ports can be accessed

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Running the cables so there is no tension or pull on the cables or plugs

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Planning a large control system carefully before configuring the components, so IP
address, DMX address, and other identifiers are not duplicated

is used as part of a control system for operating various lighting and multi-media

fixture

fixture

From DMX Sources

To DMX

Controlled

Products

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consider the following:

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Configuration And Operation

Configuration And Operation 4.

assigned to the DMX Out ports, but the Net , Subnet, and IP address settings do not need
configuration.

be assigned to the DMX Out ports, and the Net, Subnet, and IP address settings must be
configured.

which case both the DMX assignments and the Art-Net settings must be configured. For
more information, see Configuration Examples

DMX In ports and Art-Net universes can be assigned to multiple DMX Out
ports.

Control Panel

The control panel is the mechanism for configuring settings. It has a small LCD
screen and five buttons, which are described below.

is configured through the control panel, using the control panel buttons. Once

is properly configured it operates without user intervention.

can be used as a DMX splitter only, in which case the DMX In ports must be

can be used as an Art-Net? hub, in which case the Art-Net universes must

can be used as both a DMX splitter and an Art-Net hub simultaneously, in

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Menu Map

The menu map shows the organization of the configuration settings. Use it for reference
when configuring the .

Main Function Programming Levels Description

<Universe #1> to

<Universe #8>

<DMX Output #1> to

<DMX Output #8>

<IP Address #1>

<IP Address #2>

<Device ID>

fixture

<Net> 0~127

<Subnet> 0~127

0~15

ArtNet Input

DMX #1 Input

DMX #2 Input

Without Input

x.xxx.xxx.xxx

xxxxxxxxx

Configuration And Operation

Sets the Net address

Sets the Subnet address

Sets the Art-Net universe for the corresponding
DMX Out port
(only necessary if the DMX port is set to Art-

Input source for each DMX Out port is Art-Net

Input source for each DMX Out port is DMX In port 1

Input source for each DMX Out port is DMX In port 2

DMX Out port is turned off

Sets the two IP addresses for the fixture
Note: The addresses cannot be the same.

Shows the fixture device ID

Net)

Using the menu

The menu is used by pressing the 4 control buttons as described in the next sections.

Configuring Net

Address

The Net is the address of the network on which the fixture- is operating. The Net address
must be configured if the fixture is being used as an Art-Net hub .

To configure the Net setting, do the following:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until <Net> shows in the display.

2. Press . The number in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.

<RIGHT>

3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until the desired Net shows.

4. Press .

<RIGHT>

Configuring Subnet Address

The Subnet is the address of the subnet of the network on which the fixture is operating.
The Subnet address must be configured if the fixture is being used as an Art-Net hub.

To configure the Subnet setting, do the following:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until <Subnet> shows in the display.

2. Press <RIGHT>

3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until the desired Subnet shows.

4. Press .

<RIGHT>

. The number in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.

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Configuration And Operation

Configuring Universes

Universes are assigned to DMX O ut ports when the fixture is used as an Art -Net -to-DMX
adapter. The universes are part of the process by which the fixture takes the Art -Net
protocol and converts it to DMX. There are 16 Art-Net universes (0-15) that can be
assigned to the DMX Out ports. Any one universe can be assigned to more than one DMX
Out port.

The menu structure presents each DMX Out port as <Universe #X>, where X is the DMX
Out port. The Art-Net? universes are assigned by selecting a value from 0 to 16.

To assign an Art-Net? universe to a DMX Out port, do the following:

1. Select the DMX O ut port to assign an Art-Net? universe to by pressing <MENU>
repeatedly until <Universe #X> shows in the display.

2. Press <RIGHT>

3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until the desired Art-Net universe shows.

4. Press .

<RIGHT>

Configuring DMX Outputs

The DMX Out ports must be configured to accept signal from either one of the DMX I n ports,
or from the Art-Net source. If the DMX port is not being used it should be turned off.

. The number in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.

The menu structure presents each DMX Out port as a <DMX Output #X>, where X is the
DMX Out port.

To configure the DMX Out ports, do the following:

1. Select the DMX Out port to configure by pressing <MENU> repeatedly until
<DMX Output #X> shows in the display.

2. Press . The phrase in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.

3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until the desired DMX input source or state of the port shows.

4. Press .

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

Configuring IP Addresses

The IP address is the address of the fixtrue on the network. It must be configured if the
fixtrue is being used as an Art-Net hub.

To configure the IP Address, do the following:

1. Press <MENU> repeatedly until <IP Address #1> shows in the display.

2. Press . The left-most set of 3 digits on the display flashes.

3. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to change that set of numbers.

4. Press .The next set of 3 digits on the display flashes.

5. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to change that set of numbers.

6. Press .The right-most set of 3 digits on the display flashes.

7. Press <UP> or <DOWN> to change that set of numbers.

8. Press <MENU>.

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

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Configuration Examples

The fixture is extremely versatile

capabilities which can be combined so that the fixture is acting as a
Art-Net adapter, and an Art-Net hub.

DMX Source (DMX Splitter)

DMX source-only configuration uses the fixture as a DMX splitter. The DMX signal comes
in from one or both of the DMX In ports and goes out through one or more of the DMX Out
ports.

To configure the fixture as a DMX splitter with the input and output assignments listed here

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DMX In port 1 goes to DMX Out ports 4 and 5

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DMX In port 2 goes to DMX Out ports 7 and 8

Do the following:

1. Disable unused DMX Out ports by doing the following for DMX Out ports 1, 2, 3, and 6:

a) Press <MENU> repeatedly until <DMX Output Port #X> shows on the display.
b) Press <RIGHT>
c) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until <Without Input> shows in the lower right-hand

corner.

d) Press . <Without Input> stops flashing.

2. Configure the DMX Out ports that will receive from DMX In port 1 by doing the following
for DMX Out ports 4 and 5:

a) Press <MENU> repeatedly until <DMX Output Port #X> shows on the display.
b) Press . The phrase in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
c) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until <DMX #1 Input> shows in the lower right-hand corner.
d) Press . <DMX #1 Input> stops flashing.

3. Configure the DMX O ut ports that will receive from DMX In port 2 by doing the following
for DMX Out ports 7 and 8:

a) Press <MENU> repeatedly until <DMX Output Port #X> shows on the display.
b) Press . The phrase in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
c) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until <DMX #2 Input> shows in the lower right-hand corner.
d) Press . <DMX #2 Input> stops flashing.

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

. The phrase in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.

with

DMX source

Configuration And Operation

capabilities

and Art-Net

DMX

source

splitter, an

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Configuration And Operation

Art-Net Source (Art-Net adapter)

Art-Net source-only configuration uses the fixture as an Art-Net to DMX adapter. The

Net

signal comes in from the
through one or more of the DMX Out ports.

To configure the fixture as an Art-Net to DMX adapter with the addresses and DMX Out
port assignments listed here:

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Net setting of 3

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Subnet setting of 7

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IP addresses of 10.255.255.009 and 10.255.255.011

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Art-Net universe 4 going to DMX Out port 1

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Art-Net universe 8 going to DMX Out port 2

Do the following:

1. Set the Net address to 3 by doing the following:

a) Press <MENU> repeatedly until <Net> shows in the display.
b) Press . The number in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
c) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until 3 shows.
d) Press .

2. Set the Subnet address to 7 by doing the following:

a) Press <MENU> repeatedly until <Subnet> shows in the display.
b) Press . The number in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
c) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until 7 shows.
d) Press .

3. Set the IP addresses by doing the following:

a) Press <MENU> repeatedly until <IP Address #1> shows in the display.
b) Press . The left-most set of 3 digits on the display flashes.
c) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until those numbers show 255.
d) Press .The next set of 3 digits on the display flashes.
e) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until those numbers show 255.
f) Press .The right-most set of 3 digits on the display flashes.
g) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until those numbers show 009.
h) Press
i) Press <MENU> repeatedly until <IP Address #2> shows in the display.
j) Press . The left-most set of 3 digits on the display flashes.
k) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until those numbers show 255.
l) Press .The next set of 3 digits on the display flashes.
m) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until those numbers show 255.
n) Press .The right-most set of 3 digits on the display flashes.
o) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until those numbers show 011.
p) Press <MENU>.

4. Disable the unused DMX Out ports by doing the following for DMX Out ports 3 to 8:

a) Press <MENU> repeatedly until <DMX Output Port #X> shows on the display.
b) Press . The phrase in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
c) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until <Without Input> shows in the lower right-hand

d) Press . <Without Input> stops flashing.

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

<RIGHT>

corner.

<RIGHT>

Art

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source to the Neutrik etherCON port and goes out

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5. Configure the DMX ports that will receive Art-Net? signals by doing the following for
DMX Out ports 1 and 2:

a) Press <MENU> repeatedly until <DMX Output Port #X> shows on the display.
b) Press . The phrase in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
c) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until <ArtNet Input> shows in the lower right-hand corner.
d) Press . <ArtNet Input> stops flashing.

6. Configure Art-Net universe for the DMX ports that will receive Art-Net by doing the
following:

a) <MENU> repeatedly until <Universe #1> shows in the display.
b) Press . The number in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
c) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until 4 shows on the display.
d) Press . 4 stops flashing.
e) <MENU> repeatedly until <Universe #2> shows in the display.
f) Press . The number in the lower right-hand corner of the display flashes.
g) Press <UP> or <DOWN> until 8 shows on the display.
h) Press . 8 stops flashing.

Art-Net And DMX Sources

Art-Net and DMX sources configuration uses the fixture as both a DMX splitter and
Art-Net adapter. Configure this operating mode by combining the configurations for the
DMX source and the Art ­Art-Net Source.

Net

source, which are described in detail in DMX Source

Configuration And Operation

and

Keep the following in mind when configuring the fixture for use as a combination optical
DMX splitter and Art-Net adapter.

Disable any unused DMX Out ports.
DMX Out ports can output only DMX or Art-Net , not both.

Indicators

The three LED indicator lights on the front of the fixture , next to the menu display, indicate
when there is power, DMX, or Art-Net . The table below shows the behavior of the lights
and what it means.

Indicator Behavior Meaning

Solid red Power is getting to the fixture

POWER

Off Power is not getting to the fixture

Blinks red Art-Net? signal is getting to the fixture

SIGNAL

Off Art-Net? signal is not getting to the fixture

Blinks red DMX signal is getting to the fixture

DMX

Off DMX signal is not getting to the fixture

Technical Information

Technical Information 5.

Maintenance

To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, the user should clean this product
regularly. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning
frequency.

As a rule, clean this product at least twice a month. Dust build- up reduces light output
performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced light source life and
increased mechanical wear.

To clean the fixture, do the following:

1. Unplug the panel from power.

2. Wait until the unit is at room temperature.

3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the
external vents.

4. Clean all external surfaces with a mild solution of non-ammonia cleaner or isopropyl
alcohol.

5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.

6. Make sure all connections are thoroughly dry before reconnecting power and signal
cables.

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Keep the environment around the fixture free of dust, dirt, water, and extreme temperatures.

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Insert and remove DMX and Neutrik ether CON cables slowly and gently.

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Put the fixture

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Turn the fixture

on the top of any stacks of equipment, or rack mount it.

off when it is not in use.

Always dry the external surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

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Technical Specifications 6.

Dimensions And Weight

Length Width Height Weight

19 in (483 mm) 6.6 in (168 mm) 1.8 in (45 mm) 4.4 lb (2.0 kg)

Power

Power Supply Range Voltage Selection

Data Connections

Switching (internal) 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging

Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 208 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz

Consumption 10 W 10 W 10 W

Operating Current 0.25 A 0.14 A 0.13 A

Power Connection Power Input

Edison Plug to IEC (US/Canada)

Local plug to IEC (Worldwide)

Data Throughputs Neutrik etherCON ( 2 total)

Technical Specifications

IEC

I/O Type

Data Inputs

Neutrik etherCON ( 2 total)

3-pin XLR (2 total)

Data Outputs 3-pin XLR (8 total)

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