SHOWTEC Net-2 User Manual

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Net-2 Install
Fixture Linking
You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller or to
run synchronized shows of two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The combined
number of channels required by all fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the
data link can support.
Important:
Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy-chained in a single line. To comply with the
EIA-485 standard, no more than 30 devices should be connected on one data link.
Connecting more than 30 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically
isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
Maximum recommended DMX data link distance: 100 meters
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a DMX data link: 30 fixtures
Data Cabling
To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase DAP Audio certified DMX cables
directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own cable
please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic
interference.
Note: Use of 3-pin XLR audio cables for DMX data transmission might lead to signal degradation and
unreliable operation of the DMX network.
Operation
The Net-2 Install can be configured to convert DMX signals into Art-Net or sACN and vice versa. The
following configuration options are possible:
● Convert Art-Net/sACN to 2 x DMX outputs
● Convert 2 x DMX inputs to Art-Net/sACN
● Clone 1 x DMX input to 1 x DMX output and 1 x Art-Net/sACN
● HTP/LTP Merge 2 x Art-Net/sACN universes into 1 x DMX output
● HTP/LTP Merge 1 x DMX input and 1 x Art-Net/sACN into 1 x DMX output
When configured as output, each DMX port can merge up to 2 network sources. Merged data is sent to
the DMX ports or looped back to Ethernet as a new universe. On each DMX port there can be enabled 2
different network universes: primary universe (main), and secondary universe (additional). Primary and
secondary universes may have different protocols (Art-Net or sACN). Refer to 4. Set DMX Port on page 15
for the configuration settings of the ports.
The device supports the following merging modes:
● SINGLE: Merging is disabled. The DMX signal is sent to the DMX port from the primary Art-Net or sACN
universe.
● HTP (Highest Takes Precedence): the device will compare the values of the primary and secondary
universes on the inputs and will send the highest value to the DMX port for each DMX channel in
both universes.
● LTP (Latest Takes Precedence): the device will compare the values of the primary and secondary
universes on the inputs and will send the last changed value to the DMX port for each DMX channel
in both universes.
When configured as input, the DMX port can convert DMX-512 signal to Art-Net or sACN. The universe
type and protocol for the input port is always taken from the primary universe. The Net-2 Install supports
also BACKUP function. In case of a failure, or when there are no DMX values on the primary Art-Net/sACN
universe for more than 3 seconds, the Net-2 Install starts sending the DMX values from the backup port.

SHOWTEC Net-2 Specifications

General

Brand	SHOWTEC
Model	Net-2
Category	Network Router
Language	English