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1. MAB port you want to use by using the drop down e Rate refresh rate to send DMX frames per second e Break Break time micro sec between each DMX frame default is 200 e MAB Mark After Break time micro sec default Is 52 e Channels Number of channels to send in 1 Universe default is 512 Limitation Same DMX port cannot be re used in the same profile Artnet Stream x Subnet OF Universe O cend To Broadcast IP 255 255 255 255 Art Net Stream Send IP address is the destination address used when the stream is sending data only ESP Stream Unverse T Send To IF Address P 10 10 110 101 ESP Stream ENTTEC Show protocol DMX over Ethernet stream ESP IP address is the destination address used when the stream is sending data only Quick Start Manual MANUAL DATAGATE Rev A for more information visit www enttec com datagate Unvwerse Dont Care Port 3 F Kinet Stream For example You can connect Kinet Stream to an Art Net Stream to convert and output as Art Net Kinet stream is supported as input only Streaming ACN x Untwerse 1 Priority 100 P 10 2 3 1 Streaming ACN IP address is the destination address used when the stream is sending data only default is disabled 0 0 0 0 G DMX Generator ES Saved DMX Source RGB Instance 712 DMX Generator Define your own custom DMX Channel values and assign the selected ones Snapshot2. Port gt Rate 35 _ Universe 1 Port Porti Universe 5 4 Send To Broadcast IP 255 255 255 255 Rate 35 Send To Broadcast t Break _200 IP 255 255 255 255 MAB Channels _512 js Break _200_ gt MAB _52 gt Channels _512 Subnet 0a A DoE Universe 2 Port Port FE Rate 35 gt Woes Break 200 MAB s2 Send To Broadcast Channels 512 gt IP 255 255 255 255 Port Port Rate 35 gt Break 200 MAB 52 Send To Broadcast n IP 255 255 255 255 Universe 6 Channels s12 a Subnet 0 Universe 3 Subnet 0 Di DMX Port Rate Universe 7 Port Port Break 200 Send To Broadcast Rate _ 35 a ees IP 255 255 255 255 Break 200 Channels 512 gt PES MAB _52 gt Channels 512 lt i Send To Broadcast IP 255 255 255 255 This is a read only profile if you wish to make changes copy this profile to another using the lt Copy Profile To gt ENITEC Web Profile Modules Each profile is made up of two or more connected Modules or Actions The relationship between them forms the layout of the data flow within the profile The following modules are available The DMX port represents one of Port Port4 the physical ports Rate 35 on the rear of this unit select which DMX Port Break
3. SET DMX address Identify e OSC support Fixtures e Supports numerous protocols for DMX over Ethernet o ESP e RDM Sensors on enabled fixtures temperature faults lamp hours D PRO Playback 1 universe only ENTTEC Safety e Do not expose the Datagate Mk2 to rain or moisture doing this will void the warranty e Do not remove the cover there are no serviceable parts inside e This unit is intended for indoor use only e Since the Datagate Mk2 is designed to run 24 7 the fan will always remain on however it can be disabled if needed Basic Setup Right out of the box the unit is setup as Art Net to DMX 8 universe node Because of this you can use the device with applications consoles desks or controllers that are compatible with Art Net to distribute Art Net data via Ethernet network With the default profile each DMX Port is mapped to it s respective Art Net Universe allowing you to directly plug in Art Net without any changes or configuration necessary Getting Started To begin your installation please follow these steps 1 Unpack the unit from the box Inspect the Datagate Mk2 for any damage that might have occurred in shipping and verify that it looks to be in good condition before plugging it in to power 2 The Datagate Mk2 occupies a single unit 1U in a 19 inch rack You may attach it to the rack either at this time or later after configuring it if desired 3 Attach a po
4. as well such as Merging Channel Shifter Output Switch etc DMX ports 1 to 8 Factory Profiles The Datagate Mk2 has a set of factory profiles to start you off You re likely to see the following e Art Net to DMX This profile will take 8 DMX over Ethernet signals using the Art Net protocol and convert them to 8 DMX signal on ports 1 to 8 e DMX to Art Net This profile takes 8 DMX signals on ports 1 to 8 and send them over Ethernet using Art Net protocol e DMX Splitter This profile inputs DMX on port 8 and the signal is replicated onto ports 1 to 7 e 41n 4 Out Isolator This profiles is used to isolate 4 DMX streams signal on input 1 is replicated to port 2 signal on port 3 is replicated on port 4 e 7 to 1 Merger This profile does an HTP merge of DMX inputs 1 to 7 and send the result onto DMX port 8 merging license needed These profiles are just an example of what can be done with the Datagate Mk2 you can modify the factory profiles to accommodate your particular need copy and then edit or create your own profile from scratch Changing from one profile to another can be done in a web browser window via RS232 command or with the touch of a few buttons on the front panel menu ENITEC LCD Menu The LCD Menu is navigated through the four panel buttons on the front of the unit The Menu button acts as the Back button which takes you to the previous Menu screen The Enter button goes into the selected
5. window DaTAGATE Mxk2 PROFILES Active ID _ Profile Name Description 001 Art Netto DMX 8 universe Art Net to DMX profile Read Only O 002 7 to 1 Merger 7 First 7 DMX Ports Merge to DMX Port 8 Read Only 003 DMX To Art Net 8 DMX ports to Art Net Read Only Capture 4 DMX inputs send them out and 004 4in4out also send a copy via artnet used for Read Only re visualisers 005 DMX Hub Input 8 Distributed to outputs 1 to 7 Read Only 006 1 3 DMX Splitter Splits Isolates 1 portin to 3 Read Only 007 Splitter with Backup Splits DMX with a backup using Merge Read Only 009 Art Net to DMX Art Net to DMX test Web Profile Editor Create a new profile or edit an existing one using the profile editor Opens up in a new page in your web browser Select a module on the left and the right panel will provide help about that panel Connect a module to another using wires from one point to another The direction of the wire arrow is important the arrow signifies output and reflects the flow of data x Artnet Stream DMX Port A AtnetStream ES DMX Port Subnet 0 Port Port _ Subnet 0 Port Port Universe 0 Rate 35 Universe 4 Rate 35 Break 200 a ee Send To Broadcast au Send To Broadcast Break 200 y Ua E IP 255 255 255 255 MAB 52 IP 255 255 255 255 ooo a charres CT S mxo Subnet 0 Subnet 0 Port
6. Chrome Firefox Internet Explorer Safari or Opera running under any operating system including Windows XP or Vista Mac OS X or Linux can be used Throughout the Web Interface helpful hints are displayed when a user hovers the mouse over the Help icon ENTTEC Home D IP Address 10 10 10 155 speed 1 Gbps Subnet Mask 255 0 0 0 Broadcast Address 10 255 255 255 Mac Address 00 D0 69 43 C4 B1 Serial No 2087921 Profiles Settings System Status L Active Stop Engine Active Profile Art Net to DMX System Name DG_MK2 Packets per sec 8 sec Backup Restore Stream Auditor RDM Tools Ta 2 RDM en License Information D PRO SHOW PLAYER DMX Self Test jei MERGING RDM TOOLS RDM SENSORS MONITORING p HOT SPARE lt q A STREAM AUDITOR User Manual TRIAL 15 MINS TIMEOUT KX KKK KKK Real Time Clock Version V1 7 0524 SL beta Last updated 03 Feb 2014 ly lt A 10 10 10 155 Quick Start Manual MANUAL DATAGATE Rev A for more information visit www enttec com datagate Web Profiles From this screen you can manage your profiles As you will notice in the Remarks column the factory default profiles are read only If you wish to modify one of them you will first need to copy the profile to some other name Once the profile has been copied you can modify it to fit your particular needs Clicking on the Profile name will launch the profile in the profile editor
7. MIT License Distributed under the MIT License Copyright c 2007 2010 Eric Abouaf lt eric abouaf at gmail gt Permission is hereby granted free of charge to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files the Software to deal in the Software without restriction including without limitation the rights to use copy modify merge publish distribute sublicense and or sell copies of the Software and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so subject to the following conditions The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software Quick Start Manual MANUAL DATAGATE Rev A for more information visit www enttec com datagate Ordering Information ODE and related products can be ordered from our website or through your ENTTEC dealer using the following part numbers 70044 Datagate Mk2 Ethernet only 70045 Datagate Mk2 Merging only 70701 Merging License ENTTEC PTY LTD ENTTEC AMERICAS 17 5 Samantha Court 604A Cornerstone Ct Knoxfield Victoria 3180 Hillsborough NC 27278 Australia USA Tel 61 3 9763 5755 Tel Fax 888 454 5922 Fax 61 3 9763 5688 email sales enttec com www enttec com THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEME
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9. Quick Start Manual MANUAL DATAGATE Rev A E N TT C i for more information visit www enttec com datagate DATAGATE MK2 PN 70044 OR 70045 DATAGATE EN ITEC Box Contents o Art Net o KiNet input only e Datagate Mk2 pn 70044 or 70045 o sACN e Straight connect Ethernet lead pn 79102 e DMX Generator and Stream snapshot feature web e IEC power cord country dependent plug e Additional features available by license upgrades e This User manual e Available in two models with one license each e CD including NMU pn 79106 o 70044 Ethernet License only Features o 70045 Merging License only e 8DMxX ports isolated up to 1500V o Additional Features licenses e Stream Auditor A status monitoring web screen that includes data throughput statistics un matched e Gigabit Ethernet Connection e LCD display provides network and status et DMX over Ethernet data streams streams that are e DMX refresh rate configurable for each DMX port not included in the current profile and other 1Hz to 44Hz default is 35Hz information for troubleshooting available through eb page e Break time MAB configurable for each DMX port SERPA e Merging e All configurations are made through web browser and saved as Profiles o HTP e Graphical User Interface for creating and editing o LTP ports is flow chart oriented and documents data l i o A B Priority flow as you configure it e RDM Tools GET
10. RM24 00D069467503 Please point your web browser to http 10 10 10 104 to configure Datagate MK2 Quick Start Manual MANUAL DATAGATE Rev A for more information visit www enttec com datagate Art Net Send Test NMU can also be used to troubleshoot the DMX output on your Datagate Mk2 Art Net Test can be accessed from the top menu Artnet Artnet Test When first opened the Art Net is set to Disabled please set it to Enabled and then you can use either the DMX faders to test one or more DMX channels or use the test patterns from the options available The Datagate MK2 should be set to Art net to DMX profile e0O9d0 Artnet Send DMX 512 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Artnet Options Send Artnet Universe 0 ENABLE DISABLE Status Artnet ACTIVE User Defined Top DMX Faders 0 0 255 Send To Broadcast 255 255 255 255 Connector pin out 5pin DMX OUT DMX IN e Pin 1 Ground e Pin 2 Data e Pin 3 Data e Pin 4 NC e Pin 5 NC RS232 e Pin 2 TX e Pin 3 RX e Pin 5 Ground ENITEC Specifications Due to continuous improvements and innovations of all ENTTEC products specifications and features are subject to change without notice 8x 5 Pin Female RDM enabled XLR for DMX output input 1x 5 Pin male XLR for DMX input 1x RJ45 ethernet connector 1x RS232 connector 2x USB host connector un used Connectors License The Wireit Library is distributed under the
11. and bottom button to scroll the digits and the menu amp enter buttons to select the segment Once you are on the last segment of the IP address pressing the Enter button will activate the IP address It will take a few seconds for the change to go through please wait 30 seconds before attempting to try again Factory Reset Activating Factory Reset leads to a simple prompt confirming your action Once confirmed the Factory Reset will take a few seconds to run It will end up deleting all your user created profiles as well as any saved settings Please use this only when needed or as directed by ENTTEC support team 3 Status Status Screen allows the following two options Both the Status screens information about the system and Networking These require no user input and serve as a way of checking the performance of the unit are read only and provide ENITEC 4 Restart Restart Screen when activated prompts for the user to confirm the selection Once confirmed Datagate Mk2 will stop the engine and restart the system While rebooting the LCD screen will change between a couple of screens and the LCD Main Menu will only be visible once the system is fully ready usually takes a minute Web Interface The Datagate Mk2 is configured controlled and programmed through a web browser interface running on a computer system located on the same Local Area Network Any modern web browser such as
12. feature can be used to capture values from an input stream All modifications can be done using the DMX Grid Page Type HTP Merge No Channels 1 OUTPUT Merge HTP or LTP merge operator drag as many lines to the input node as you wish to merge e HTP Merge Higher Takes Precedence The biggest DMX value will be output per channel e LTP Merge Latest Takes Precedence The latest DMX value will be output per channel ENTTEC INPUT Shifter can be used to shift a number of channels to another spot in al start Listening At 2 garnt Sending At 10 the INPUT DMX frame Channels not OUTPUT defined will be left at 0 value Example To Shift 100 channels from 10 to 210 Setup as start listening at 10 and start sending at 210 number of channels 100 SOURCE A Channel 7 value 1 SWITCH OUTPUTA OUTPUT B Switcher 1 2 Controllabe Switch operator when the trigger channel Switch is greater than the set value OUTPUT B is output in other cases OUTPUT A is output Must have all input sources and output sources connected INPUT A Ww Switcher 2 1 INPUT B SWITCH OUTPUT Switcher 2 1 Controllabe Switch operator acts as a normal Input A to Output Action but when the trigger value is greater than the set Switch it does Input B to Output Action Must have all input sources and output sources connected Quick Start Manual MANUAL DATAGATE Rev A f
13. option on the screen and activating the option The Top amp Bottom button are used to navigate scroll through the options on any screen The currently selected option is highlighted with a white background on the screen Main Menu Linel displays the System Name and currently Selected Profile Line2 displays either the current IP address DHCP Failed disconnected highlighting the current status of the network interface The IP address is where the web interface can be accessed Line3 displays the amount of packets currently passing through the Datagate Mk2 This number of packets per second can be used as an indicator of the activity of DMX on your network Pressing any of the panel buttons keys will activate the next screen on the LCD Menu Selection Menu 1 Load Profile Lists all available profiles on the Datagate Mk2 list can be scrolled using up amp down keys Scrolling indicator is visible when the list allows scrolling Pressing Enter at the selected profile will activate the profile some profiles might need a license to activate Quick Start Manual MANUAL DATAGATE Rev A for more information visit www enttec com datagate 2 Setup Setup screen allows changing the IP address of the unit via Change IP or doing Factory Reset Change IP This screen further gives two options DHCP or Static IP When Static IP is selected the screen allows you to change the IP address using the top
14. or more information visit www enttec com datagate This OSC module will aor Eaa x allow control from an G OSC controller on IP Address port 8000 255 255 255 255 IP address un used reserved for future use Make sure the App sends to Datagate s IP address The first 128 DMX channels are mapped to OSC tag dgmk2 x where x is the channel specified as 0 127 In each OSC message there is another argument to convey level which is a float between O and 255 Examples dgmk2 4 220 sends value 220 on 5th DMX channel e dgmk2 127 125 sends value 125 on 128th DMX channel Limitation Only one OSC module allowed in the profile Use exported D PRO show files as DMX Source 1 Universe only This module supports OSC OSC App should send commands to Datagate Mk2 IP address port 8000 Saved File dmxis_ pro bin Cue List D PRO supported OSC tags dpro gm for Grand Master dpro cuelist x command go for GO on cuelist number x dpro cuelist x command pause for stop on cuelist number x dpro cuelist x level for level adjsutment on cuelist number x Compressor Control Channel Compressor proportinally reduces all channels of the input accroding to the value on the control channel For example if control value input is 127 all the values on the input will be reduced to 50 at output 1 ENTITEC Firmware Update You can update the firmware on the Datagate Mk2 via the web b
15. rowser Get the new firmware files they are available on website www enttec com datagate Download them to your desktop and then follow instructions in the Datagate Mk2 s web browser page under the Settings section Note While the firmware is being updated please do not power off the unit please wait until the web page IS processing up to 5 minutes If the web page does not refresh automatically please open the home page on the browser manually and verify that the update has succeeded NMU NMU Node Management Utility is a free Windows and OSX application that is used to manage compatible ENTTEC DMX over Ethernet nodes NMU will not directly allow you to configure the Datagate Mk2 itself but it can help you find your unit s IP address and then open a browser window to make the required changes To employ the NMU follow this set of instructions 1 If you have not already done so download and install the application from www enttec com nmu 2 Ensure that your Datagate Mk2 is hooked up physically by Ethernet cable to the same physical network as the computer on which you will run the NMU Start the application Press the Discovery button Select Datagate Mk2 An IP Address will be shown next to any Storm24 which are located Bene Noae Menagerie Oy E File Artnet Offline Help OY i Device Type IP Address Device Name Mac Address E Streamer Mk2 10 10 10 90 StreamE 00D06945C8F2 Datagate Mk2 10 10 10 104 STO
16. wer cord with mains voltage supplied to the IEC input on the back 4 Using an Ethernet Cat5 Cat5E or Cat6 cable connect the unit to an Ethernet Network 5 Datagate Mk2 is set to DHCP by default so it can be connected to your existing network router or switch and the IP address if needed can be changed from LCD or web browser 6 The LCD displays the IP address of the unit at all times except when it s booting but if not possible to check the LCD NMU App available for Windows amp Mac can be used to detect the Datagate Mk2 on your network NMU can be downloaded here www enttec com nmu Quick Start Manual MANUAL DATAGATE Rev A i for more information visit www enttec com datagate Profiles Profiles are essential to the operational philosophy of the Datagate With a profile selected the device knows how to utilize the many resources it can make use of to perform lighting control tasks Each Profile contains configuration information for some or all of the following DMX Ports These are the physical Ethernet Streams These are the DMX over Ethernet universes Art Net ESP KINET ACN Routing Diagram The routing diagram is the visual representation of the Profile itself and it tells the Datagate how frames are moved or routed inside the routing engine as well as what to do with multiple sources of data that need to be merged when that option is engages Other special operations can be part of a diagram
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