Ethernet to DMX Bridge, with power-over-ethernet capabilities
“The smallest Ethernet-DMX bridge on earth!”
The SmartShow NetDMX-POE is a rugged Art-Net/sACN(E1.31) to DMX512 bridge/interface that can be powered directly from PoE (Power-over-ethernet), or from a USB-C connection.
The NetDMX-POE can operate in standard DMX512 mode or Pixel Mode.
It can take a single universe of Art-Net/sACN data from a wired Ethernet network and converting it to a standard differential DMX-512 output at up to 44Hz refresh rate.
The NetDMX-POE can deliver a user-interface (webUI) directly to your browser, where you can configure Device IP, Protocol, DMX Refresh Rate and Pixel Settings.
A single metal 5-pin DMX/XLR output socket is provided for direct connection to your target DMX system. Additionally, the XLR can provide up to 7W of 5V PoE/USB power, which can be useful if you are driving a very low-power DMX device.
“PoE, DMX and Powered Pixels, in one tiny device?”
Alternatively, the device can drive standard Pixel Data, and/or provide up to 7W of 5V pixel power (taken directly from the PoE, or USB supply), using XLR pins 4 & 5.
IP Address & Operational Mode is indicated by a simple Red-Blue LED, an Orange LED indicates PoE power, and a Reset button is included to reboot the device or reprogram factory settings.
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Specifications
- Meets IEEE802.3af PoE standard, providing a PoE signature and isolation
- Integrated 10/100M Ethernet Controller in either static IP or DHCP modes
- Consumes up to 4 Art-Net II/III/IV or sACN(E1.31) Universes (2048 channels)
- Protocols :
DMX Mode: Art-Net Unicast or sACN Multicast.
Pixel Mode: Art-Net Unicast or sACN Unicast.
- Maximum Pixel ports: 2
- Maximum Differential DMX ports: 1
- Maximum channels in DMX Mode: 512
- DMX refresh rate adjustable to 44Hz, 35Hz or 25Hz
- ArtSync-ready for a fully synchronised display (when in Art-Net/Pixel Mode)
- RDM is not enabled
Supported Pixel Types
- GS8208, SK6812GRB, SK6812GRBW, UCS2903, UCS2904, WS2811, WS2812, WS2812B, WS2813, WS2815
Parts Supplied
- NetDMX-POE Interface
- 5m USB-A to USB-C cable
- NetDMX-POE Quick Start Guide
- 35mm DIN Rail Mount (attached)
- Box and packing
Networking/Input
The RJ45 connection will allow you to connect the NetDMX-POE to any Ethernet network, and if PoE is available on the supplied port, then the NetDMX-POE will negotiate the power automatically.
NetDMX-POE Product Page
Outputs
DMX Mode
The 5 pin XLR at the rear of the device complies with the E1.11 – 2008, USITT DMX512-A standard when the device is set to DMX output only, where:
- Pin 1 – Signal Common
- Pin 2 – Data –
- Pin 3 – Data +
- Pin 4 – 5V Power output
Since pins 4 & 5 are only optional secondary data link, we have repurposed them to provide pixel data, and/or 5V/7W pixel power when the device is set to the correct mode of operation.
Dual Pixel Mode
- Pin 1 – Signal/Power Common
- Pin 4 – Pixel Data A
- Pin 5 – Pixel Data B
Pixel & Power Mode
- Pin 1 – Signal/Power Common
- Pin 4 – Pixel Data
- Pin 5 – 5V Pixel power
Indicators
- There are two indicators above the RJ45 connection.
The green (right) will show solid when a network link has been detected.
The yellow (left) will show network activity on the devices IP.
- Below the RJ45 is a Mode LED, on startup this will show a sequence that tells you the device IP, once that is complete it will show Device Mode.
- If PoE is available and has successfully been enabled to power the device, the PoE LED will glow orange.
User Interface
- There is a clear and simple-to-use WebUI page available at any time by visiting the device’s IP. This allows complete control over device configuration at any time.
- The User Guide is embedded into the firmware and accessed directly from the WebUI, so you can never lose it.
NetDMX-POE Product Page
Connectors & Power
- Ethernet RJ45 Cat5e standard, (optional IEEE802.3af PoE power input).
- USB-C Power 5V only. If operating without any DMX/Pixel power requirement, then a low current supply of 500mA may be used. If requiring DMX or Pixel power, then we recommend a 2A/2000mA USB power supply.
- USB-C interface can also used for firmware uploads.
- Overcurrent and reverse power are protected.
Mounting Hardware
- DIN rail mounting (fitting as supplied). If the DIN rail mount plate is removed, then the slots can be repurposed for straps or cable ties.
- Panel Mounting plate.
