Description, Overview – PRG Super Node User Manual
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SUPER NODE™ USER MANUAL
DESCRIPTION
Overview
The Super Node™ provides a powerful and convenient interface
between Vx76 or DMX-over-Ethernet (DoE) compatible control
consoles, pixel mapping from media servers, and other control
equipment which require either DMX-over-Ethernet or DMX512-A
control signals. The unit accepts high level commands in either
Vx76 or DMX-over-Ethernet protocols and converts the data into
eight universes of DMX512-A.
The Super Node includes a menu display for configuring the unit
and checking system status. The menu system is navigated
using the touchscreen, allowing configuration of the Vx76
address, configuration of DoE inputs in Series 400® Mode, real-
time monitoring of DMX512-A data on each output, display of
network error information, and display of current software
version.
Features:
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Accepts proprietary Vx76 protocol.
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Accepts DMX-over-Ethernet protocols, including Art-Net.
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Compatible with 10Base-T, 1000Base-T, or 100Base-TX standard signals.
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Automatic detection and mode configuration according to input signal type.
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One (1) Ethernet output port supporting up to sixteen (16) DMX512-A universes.
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One (1) Ethernet input port supporting Vx76 or DoE protocol.
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Eight (8) DMX512-A serial output ports supporting one (1) DMX512-A universe each.
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One (1) DMX512-A input port (located on the back of the unit).
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LEDs indicating link and activity status for all Ethernet ports.
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LEDs indicating DMX and RDM data status for all DMX ports.
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Display support for configuration of Vx76 address, configuration of DoE inputs in Series 400 Mode, real-time
monitoring of DMX512-A data on each output, display of network error information, and display of current
software version.
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Neutrik® PowerCon® connector for input AC supply.
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Neutrik® PowerCon® thru connector for AC supply daisy-chaining.
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Standard 2U 19" rack mount chassis.
Modes:
The Super Node operates in one of two primary modes:
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Vx76 Mode - accepts Vx76 protocol and generates both DoE and DMX512-A outputs.
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Series 400 Mode - accepts DoE protocol and converts it to DMX512-A.
The operating mode is automatically configured by the unit according to the input signal type.