SHOWTEC Pixel User Manual

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Pixel Controller
Product code: 44510
Table of contents
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Before Using the Product .................................................................................................................................. 4
Intended Use ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
Product Lifespan ................................................................................................................................................. 4
Text Conventions ................................................................................................................................................ 4
Symbols and Signal Words ................................................................................................................................ 5
Symbols on the Information Label .................................................................................................................. 5
2. Safety .................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Warnings and Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................... 6
Requirements for the User ................................................................................................................................. 8
3. Description of the Device ................................................................................................................................... 9
Front View ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
Back View ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
3.3. Side View ...........................................................................................................................................................10
Product Specifications ....................................................................................................................................10
Compatibility .....................................................................................................................................................11
Recommended Software ...............................................................................................................................11
Dimensions .........................................................................................................................................................11
4. Installation .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
4.1. Safety Instructions for Installation ..................................................................................................................12
Personal Protective Equipment .....................................................................................................................12
4.3. Installation Site Requirements ........................................................................................................................12
4.4. Rigging ...............................................................................................................................................................12
4.5. Connecting to Power Supply .........................................................................................................................13
4.6. Power Linking of Multiple Devices .................................................................................................................14
5. Setup ................................................................................................................................................................... 14
5.1. Warnings and Precautions .............................................................................................................................14
5.2. DMX Connection ..............................................................................................................................................14
5.2.1. DMX-512 Protocol .......................................................................................................................................14
5.2.2. DMX Cables .................................................................................................................................................15
5.2.3. Master/Slave Setup ....................................................................................................................................16
5.2.4. DMX Linking ..................................................................................................................................................17
5.2.5. DMX Addressing ..........................................................................................................................................18
5.3. Ethernet Connection .......................................................................................................................................18
5.3.1. Art-Net and Kling-Net Protocols ...............................................................................................................18
5.3.2. Network Cables ..........................................................................................................................................18
5.3.3. Art-Net/Kling-Net Setup .............................................................................................................................19
5.3.4. Art-Net Settings ...........................................................................................................................................20
5.3.5. Kling-Net Settings ........................................................................................................................................20
5.3.6. Universe Numbering ...................................................................................................................................21
6. Operation ........................................................................................................................................................... 22
Safety Instructions for Operation ...................................................................................................................22
Control Modes ..................................................................................................................................................22
Control Panel ....................................................................................................................................................23
Start-up ...............................................................................................................................................................23
Menu Overview ................................................................................................................................................24
Main Menu Options .........................................................................................................................................25
DMX Address ...............................................................................................................................................25
Network Settings .........................................................................................................................................26
Set Manual/DHCP ..............................................................................................................................26
Set IP Address ......................................................................................................................................26
Set Net Mask .......................................................................................................................................26
Control Modes ............................................................................................................................................27

SHOWTEC Pixel Specifications

General

Channels	512
Weight	0.2 kg
DMX Channels	512
Control Protocol	DMX512
DMX Connectors	3-pin XLR
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C