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14. Setting up Inputs and Outputs
Setup DMX Output via Ethernet
Enable DMX Output over Ethernet
To set up DMX Output over Ethernet, open the Setup Screen, head over to the Input Output Page and
select DMX Output from the Tabs shown in the center of the screen.
Fig. 72: Setup Input / Output
All DMX Output settings are stored inside the Showfile.
Please note that depending on your Console type, some Universes may not be available.
ArtNet Output
What is ArtNet
ArtNet is a protocol for transmitting the lighting control protocol DMX512 over Ethernet. It uses UDP for
data transmission. The protocol was developed by Artistic Licence Engineering (UK) Ltd and is open for
implementation without charge. It is typically implemented in ArtNet to DMX converters, often called
„nodes“, and being driven from a lighting desk or similar software operating as a transmitter.
ArtNet compatible products are made available by dozens of companies, however not all ArtNet to DMX
converter units are built complying with the ArtNet specification.
IP Addresses
According to the specification units outputting and accepting ArtNet should be in a class A-Subnet
(Subnet Mask 255.0.0.0) and using IP-Addresses in the range 2.xxx.xxx.xxx or 10.xxx.xxx.xxx.
However, you may change the IP Address to your liking. The console will continue to output ArtNet, even
if the IP is dramatically different from what the ArtNet specification dictates.
Different ways of numbering universes
The ArtNet Standard is very comprehensive, but unfortunately leaves one thing open: The way different
ArtNet Nodes represent their Universes. Here is what we ‘ve seen out on the road so far:
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