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Pathway connectivity solutions Pathport OCTO 64 Series - User Manual

Pathway connectivity solutions Pathport OCTO 64 Series
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User Guide
January 2021
Pathway Connectivity
1439 17 Ave SE • Calgary, AB • T2G 1J9
+1 (403) 243-8110
support@pathwayconnect.com
Pathport OCTO
DMX/RDM Gateways
Models 64XX
Running Firmware version 6.1

Table of Contents

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Summary

About Pathport OCTO

Protocols Supported

Details on DMX512 and various Ethernet protocols like sACN, Art-Net, etc.

Installation Instructions

Remote Device Management (RDM)

Explanation of ANSI E1.20 RDM standard for remote configuration of DMX devices.

Installation Environment

Optional Mounting Accessories

Information on available wall-mount and truss-mount kits for the OCTO unit.

Panel Layouts

Front Panel

Details the LCD screen, rotary encoder, DMX ports, and LED indicators on the front panel.

Configuration

Rear Panel

Describes the rear panel connections including DMX ports, RJ45 etherCON, CCI, and AC input.

Security

Background Information

Provides context on cybersecurity legislation and its impact on Pathway products.

What This Means To You

Explains the practical implications of security features for users, including password requirements.

Security Domains

Red Padlock - Ready to Secure Device

Describes devices shipped after Jan 1, 2020, requiring domain addition for full access.

Amber Padlock - Other Domain Name Showing Device

Explains devices in a domain appear with amber padlock, allowing read-only access until logged in.

Amber Padlock - Read Only

Details devices configured for front-panel-only access via a local password.

Green Padlock - My Domain

Indicates devices within the current domain with full read/write access once logged in.

No Padlock - Disabled By User

Describes devices opted out of security features, behaving like legacy devices.

Empty Security Domain Cell

Refers to older firmware devices (v4) that cannot be secured and are compatible with Pathscape 4.

Creating a Security Domain

Administering a Domain

Manage Security Domain

Details domain management functions like changing passwords and domain names.

Manage Devices

Describes how to add or remove devices from a security domain.

Change Passwords

Change Domain Name

Add

Remove

Manage Devices

Factory Default

Guide on resetting devices to their original factory settings.

Device Restore Points

Information on creating, storing, and recalling device configurations.

Store

Recall

Recovering a Domain

Retaining Device Settings from Unknown Domains

Using Older Versions of Pathscape with New Devices

Local Configuration Only - Using OCTO without Pathscape

Warning About Unsecured Protocols

Critical warning about the risks of using unsecured network protocols.

Disabling Security

Pathway ssACN (Secure sACN)

Domain Auto ssACN Password

Describes the automatically generated ssACN password for security domains.

Custom ssACN Password

How to set custom ssACN passwords for specific network requirements.

Choosing Pathway ssACN as Network Protocol

Managing Pathway ssACN Passwords

Software (Pathscape) Configuration

Network Setup

Steps for configuring the device's network settings, including IP address and subnet.

Device Properties

Pathway Security Domain

Shows the assigned Security Domain for the device.

Domain Name

Displays the name of the Security Domain the device is currently assigned to.

Basic Properties

Covers device identification, naming, notes, and front panel lockout/backlight settings.

Device Info

Status

Shows the current status, including Network DMX and DMX512 activity.

Device Time Settings

Network Properties

Settings for IP mode, IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server.

Network Partner (LLDP)

Allow Unsecured Protocols

Warning About Unsecured Protocols

Critical warning about the risks of using unsecured network protocols.

Network DMX Transmit Protocol

Transmit Protocol

Options for selecting the DMX transmit protocol, including Pathport, Art-Net, sACN, etc.

ssACN Password

Settings for Domain Auto or Custom ssACN transmit passwords.

Advanced Properties

Art-Net Alternate Mapping

Option to map Art-Net Universe 0:0 to Universe 1.

Pathport Port Properties

Output Port Properties

Configuration options for output ports, including basic, network, DMX512, RDM, and advanced properties.

Subdevice Name

Subdevice Notes

Status

DMX512 Port Properties

DMX512 Enable

Option to enable or disable a DMX port for debugging or other purposes.

Port Direction

Setting the direction of the port as either Input or Output.

DMX512 Output Speed

Configures the DMX512 output speed in packets per second.

Crossfade Enable

Crossfade Time (s)

DMX Force Hold

RDM Properties

E1.20 RDM Enable

Enables or disables RDM functionality on the selected port.

E1.20 RDM Background Discovery

Controls background discovery of RDM devices online.

RDM Device Count

Displays the number of RDM devices detected on a port.

RDM Pause

Suspends RDM discovery and commands for performance optimization.

Advanced Properties

CCI Action

Defines the action performed by the Contact Closure Interface when activated.

Input Port Properties

Basic Properties

Covers subdevice name, notes, and status for input ports.

Subdevice Name

User-configurable label for the input port.

Subdevice Notes

User-configurable text field for input port descriptions.

Status

Shows active/inactive status for Network DMX and DMX512 on the input port.

DMX512 Port Properties

DMX512 Enable

Option to enable or disable a DMX port.

Port Direction

Sets the port direction to Input or Output.

DMX Force Hold

Forces the port to snapshot and maintain current DMX levels.

Port Patch

Network DMX Properties

Patching Ports

Upgrading Device Firmware

Factory Default

Front Panel Lockout

Front Panel UI and Menu

Before You Start

Important prerequisites and recommendations before configuring the device via the front panel.

Setting Security Mode

Main Display Messages

Using the Front Panel UI

Menus

Network Setup

Configuration of network settings like IP mode, address, subnet mask, and gateway.

Device Info;Status

Protocol Support

Admin;Security

Generate Local Security

How to enable local security for front-panel-only configuration.

Factory Default

Options for restoring the device to factory settings.

Manage Restore Point

Reset Security

Port Status and Configuration Menu

DMX Port

Enabling or disabling a DMX port.

Port Direction

Setting the DMX direction to Input or Output.

Patch

Selecting standard or custom patches for ports.

DMX Speed

Setting the DMX output speed.

RDM

Enabling or disabling RDM functionality on a port.

CCI Action

Selecting actions for the Contact Closure Interface.

Appendix 1: Electrical, Compliance & Other Information

Electrical Information

Details power input, current consumption, and DMX port protection.

Compliance

Lists relevant industry standards and certifications the device adheres to.

Physical

Provides physical specifications such as weight and dimensions.

Pathway connectivity solutions Pathport OCTO 64 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryGateway
ModelPathport OCTO 64 Series
DMX Ports8
Protocols SupportedArt-Net, sACN
MountingRack
Dimensions19" x 1.75" x 8.5"
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
Humidity10-90% RH, non-condensing