N21 ShowNet Nodes - Installation & Operation
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1. N21 ShowNet Node Installation amp User s Manual C21 Mini interface a Node Net DMXA DMXB Update Hostname N21_71 IP Address 192 168 0 71 IP Netmask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 0 0 0 0 Net Button Screen C21 Mini interface Node Net DMXA DMX A Label SL Elec DMX A Mode DMX out DMX A In Start Slot DMX A In End Slot DMX A In Starting Netstot DMX A Monitor Slot Start End Net Slot Priority HTP 1 1 DMX A Button Screen N21 Node Configuration Net Button When the Net button is pressed the following options are available as shown Having set up the Net options press Update button to save the Node configuration Meaning A unique identifier character string of up to 20 characters This can be any name used to identify the Host Name on the network A unique identifier on a network using the TCP IP protocol to route data to a particular node within the network The format of an IP Address is a 32 bit numeric address comprising four numbers separated by periods Each number can be 0 to 255 The first three sets of numbers on a Class C network identify the network and the last set of numbers identifies the node See Pre Configuring N21 Network Nodes on page 7 for additional information NOTE If the IP address on the node is changed the new IP address will need to be entered on the browser to load the new address This is used only in large networks comprising subnetwork2. Enter the start slot number of the DMX512 range Option Hostname IP Address IP Netmask Gateway DMX A Button When the DMX A button is pressed the following options are available as shown Having set up the DMX A options press Update button to save the Node configuration Option DMX A Label DMX A Mode DMX A In Start Slot DMX A In End Slot DMX A In Starting Net Slot DMX A Monitor Slot Start End and Net Slot Fields DMX A Out Start Slot PHILIPS Strand Lighting Meaning Enter the end slot number of the DMX512 range Enter the Netslot start number Each Netslot can be set as one 1 of sixteen 16 priorities by selecting from the drop down menu A DMX512 slot can be patched to multiple Netslots with each Netslot assigned to a different priority The DMX512 slot outputs the level of the Netslot with the highest priority if HTP see below is not selected When a DMX512 slot is patched to multiple Netslots with different priorities selecting HTP makes the DMX512 slot output the highest level of the multiple Netslots ignoring the priority settings Installation amp User s Manual N21 ShowNet Node Option DMX A Out End Slot Netslot Priority HTP Highest Takes Precedence C21 Mini interface Node Net DMXA DMX B Label DMX B Mode DMX B In Start Slot DMX B In End Slot DMX B In Starting Net
3. cccsssssssssescseeseeesseeecseescsecaeeeesessesecaeeeesesacsesaeeesesaseesaseasaeeaeeeeas 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE A Bout this Manual senesinin sisi RANA 3 GENE Started casas sans SEEDS DE ESA 3 Unpack NZL Nodes ainne ARDEA SARS ERA 3 N21 SHOWNET NODES OVERVIEW NZL ShowNet Node Componeiitsirs 01 ios ters eea I E air EEEE SENAN RRA 4 Portable Models Rackmount Models INSTALLATION Power Requirements ssss sss Portable Models 65151 65152 65153 65153 P Rackmount Models GS 154 picnic orna adara avon va sois Comiectine a DMXS12 NeEWOK 0 eS RRA SAAR Installation 65151 65153 Back Boxes Mnstallation 65151 Fl sh Mounting 0 1 Installation 65153 Surface Mounting acsearle aA aR Installation 631534 Rack 0001010101010 1 1 1 Sa ESRAR ES 6 OPERATION OVEIVIEW isa RE E 7 N21 Node Contig 0000001 7 Pre Confi curing N21 Network 10068 i sass e RA 7 Configuring the Network NOEs OER ROARS SR GER 8 Node BUUREN RSS SEEDER SRE NSS SSS 8 00000 9 DMX A BUttON 9 DMX B Buttons ERNES SEESE 10 N21 NODE LCD DISPLAY BOOt SCTE ce
4. 5 Network Link Screen Below is a graphical representation of the N21 ShowNet Node LCD Display network link screen Link Present 0 No 1 Yes Link Duplex Half or Full PHILIPS Strand Lighting Strand Lighting J O A Network Link Link_present 0 Link_speed 10 3 Link_duplex Half gt Network Link Page Link Speed 10 10BaseT 100 100BaseT N21 NODE LCD DISPLAY 12 N21 ShowNet Node Installation amp User s Manual 6 Node Status Screen 1 Below is a graphical representation of the N21 ShowNet Node LCD Display node status screen 1 59 Strand Lighting Node Status Page 1 page O N21 DMX NODE H Node Status 1 Node Time 06 21 22 20 C Node Temperature Up time in Fahrenheit or 1 Celsius Current Node Operational Time 7 Node Status Screen 2 Below is a graphical representation of the N21 ShowNet Node LCD Display node status screen 2 Strand Lighting PO x R2 S7 Node Status Page 2 page O N21 DMX NODE Node Status 2 Total Free Memory Total and Memory 63522018 58768kB Available Flash 14336kB 10364kB Flash Memory Total and Available 8 DMX512 Port A Configuration Screen Below is a graphical representation of the N21 ShowNet Node LCD Display DMX512 port A configuration screen 55 Strand Lighting Por
5. Strand Lighting 2 ShowNet Nodes DMX512 Networking Strand Lighting E TE nz umowna 5 Rackmount Nodes 65154 MANUAL Ua SER la O TALLATION INS Strand Lighting Offices Philips Strand Lighting Dallas Philips Strand Lighting Auckland 10911 Petal Street 19 21 Kawana Street Dallas TX 75238 Northcote Auckland 0627 Tel 214 647 7880 New Zealand Fax 214 647 8031 Tel 64 9 481 0100 Fax 64 9 481 0101 Philips Strand Lighting New York Philips Strand Lighting Europe 267 5th Ave 4th Floor Marssteden 152 New York NY 10016 Enschede 7547 TD Tel 212 213 8219 The Netherlands Fax 212 532 2593 Tel 31 53 4500424 Fax 31 53 4500425 Philips Strand Lighting Asia Limited Room 6 10 20 F Delta House 3 On Yiu Street Shatin N T Hong Kong Tel 852 2757 3033 Fax 852 2757 1767 Website www strandlighting com The material in this manual is for information purposes only and is subject to change without notice Philips Strand Lighting assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions which may appear in this manual For comments and suggestions regarding corrections and or updates to this manual please visit the Philips Strand Lighting web site at www strandlighting com or contact your nearest Philips Strand Lighting office El contenido de este manual es solamente para informacion y esta sujeto a cambios sin previo aviso Philips Strand Lighting no asume responsabilidad por errores
6. Yes O o Strand Lighting Web Page Description 15 Installation amp User s Manual N21 ShowNet Node PRODUCT CARE 1 Cleaning and Care Instructions WARNING All cleaning should be performed with power completely removed from the unit Never attempt to AN open unit There are no user serviceable parts Under no circumstances should ammonia based cleaners acetone or other harsh solvents be used on or near the N21 ShowNet Node These types of cleaners or solvents can permanently damage the unit Being a solid state device the N21 ShowNet Node requires very little routine maintenance by the user See Warnings and Notices on page 1 for safety warnings e Avoid spillage from liquids If this occurs switch power off immediately e Protect from excessive dust or other contaminants e For indoor use only The equipment is designed and manufactured to comply with international safety standards IE950 UL1950 and CS 950 and is intended for use as part of a lighting control system It must not be used for any other purpose where there is a risk of safety to persons e The equipment contains power voltages e There are no serviceable parts within the N21 Node housing e Installation and maintenance of the N21 Node should be undertaken by a suitably qualified person 2 Product Support In the event you have any issues with your Strand Lighting product you may contact your Authorized Strand Lighting Dealer Authorized Str
7. A Accesses information specific to DMX A DMX B Accesses information specific to DMX B N21 Node Configuration Update Updates the node with the current or shown information Node Button When the Node button is pressed the following options are available as shown Having set up the Node options press Update button to save the Node C21 Mini intertace s Node Net DMXA DMX B Blink LCD No MUX Hold Time 60 No MUX Netslot 1 Node Button Screen A WARNING Adjusting the brightness level above the recommended settings as shown above may result in display issues PHILIPS Strand Lighting connected to the Node A unique identifier character string of up to 16 characters This can be any name used to identify the power breaker The Passcode Field in the Node Button Screen is not used Please read this section carefully for Passcode usage The default passcode 2606 is required to access node parameters or to save changes made to settings After the Update button is pressed the passcode must be entered when prompted to save any changes NOTE The passcode must be entered on the standard web page to be Authorized to make changes This is located at HOME AUTHORIZE see Web Page Description on page 15 for more information Adjusts the low backlight level The range is between 0 and 10 Levels set below 3 are likely to be invisible FACTORY RECOMMENDED SETTING 3 SEE WARNIN
8. same time and each N21 Node labeled with its IP Address ready for installation in the appropriate back box auxiliary rack or dimmer rack The network configuration for N21 nodes is as follows Field Value Node Name N21 IP Address 192 168 0 XX XX will be a value between 0 and 255 IP Netmask 255 255 255 0 IP Gateway 0 0 0 0 Select the Network configuration page as follows With the N21 Node powered and connected to a network open the browser see note below window and enter the IP Address of the N21 Node followed by mini to display the configuration pages shown in Net Button on page 9 See N21 SHOWNET NODE WEB PAGE on page 15 for an example of a standard web page Note N21 nodes can only be configured using a FireFox web browser You may download the latest version of this free software at http www mozilla com en US firefox PHILIPS ee Strand Lighting Overview 7 Installation amp User s Manual N21 ShowNet Node Configuring the N21 Network Node The N21 Node can be configured as shown herein These examples are using the http 192 168 0 xxx mini webpage to configure the node An example of a full web page screen can be seen in N21 SHOWNET NODE WEB PAGE on page 15 Shown on the Configuration page is D C21 Mini interface a Node Net DMXA DMXB Update Button Meaning Node Accesses information specific to the node Net Accesses information specific to the network DMX
9. 0 omisiones que puedan aparecer Cualquier comentario sugerencia o correcci n con respecto a este manual favor de dirijirlo a la oficina de Philips Strand Lighting m s cercana Der Inhalt dieses Handbuches ist nur fiir Informationszwecke gedacht Aenderungen sind vorbehalten Philips Strand Lighting uebernimmt keine Verantwortung fiir Fehler oder Irrtuemer die in diesem Handbuch auftreten Fiir Bemerkungen und Verbesserungsvorschlaege oder Vorschlaege in Bezug auf Korrekturen und oder Aktualisierungen in diesem Handbuch moechten wir Sie bitten Kontakt mit der naechsten Philips Strand Lighting Niederlassung aufzunehmen Le mat riel d crit dans ce manuel est pour information seulement et est sujet changements sans pr avis La compagnie Philips Strand Lighting n assume aucune responsibilit sur toute erreur ou ommission inscrite dans ce manuel Pour tous commentaires ou suggestions concernant des corrections et ou les mises jour de ce manuel veuillez s il vous plait contacter le bureau de Philips Strand Lighting le plus proche Note Information contained in this document may not be duplicated in full or in part by any person without prior written approval of Philips Strand Lighting Its sole purpose is to provide the user with conceptual information on the equipment mentioned The use of this document for all other purposes is specifically prohibited Document Number 2 450203 020 Version as of 29 August 2011 N21 ShowNet Node Inst
10. G Adjusts the high backlight level The range is between 3 and 10 The high level is used when the page button has been pressed FACTORY RECOMMENDED SETTING 8 SEE WARNING Adjusts the time in seconds that the display should hold the high backlight level after a button press The range is between 10 and 600 seconds This also sets the menu time out FACTORY RECOMMENDED SETTING 30 SEE WARNING Selecting this option will cause the LCD screen to blink This option allows you to select the Hold Time should the DMX512 signal be interrupted The Hold Time will freeze the current look on stage until the time runs out at which time the lights will fade to black The minimum Hold Time is 10 Minutes The Maximum Hold Time is Infinite no end time The Netslot is used to monitor the loss of the DMX512 signal communications configuration Update Name LDI2007 Option Meaning ey ras Raine A unique identifier character string of up to 16 characters This can be mame any name used to identify the node on the network Backlight Active 8 v A unique identifier character string of up to 16 characters This can be Backlight Hold time 10 Location any name used to identify the location of the facility or PoE port LCD Contrat 7 EZ Breaker Port Passcode Backlight Idle Backlight Active Backlight Hold Time Blink LCD No Mux Hold Time No Mux Netslot OPERATION
11. Installation amp User s Manual this document N21 Rackmount Nodes PHILIPS Strand Lighting About this Manual 3 Installation amp User s Manual N21 ShowNet Node N21 SHOWNET NODES OVERVIEW 1 N21 ShowNet Node Components Portable Models a Strand Lighting 52 FY a7 LCD Display for more information see N21 NODE LCD DISPLAY on DMX512 XLR5F page 11 Connections x2 NOTE Ethernet connection not shown On rear of unit for 65151 65152 and 65153 nodes On side for 65153 P node Hardware for 65153 P node not shown refer to Mechanical Specifications on page 17 for more information Rackmount Models AC to DC Power Supply included with unit Node 2 Ethernet oo J RJ45 Connection Hl Node 1 Ethernet RJ45 Connection Node 2 DMX512 F Node 1 DMX512 F Connections x2 Connections x2 NODE 1 NODE 2 Strand Lighting Rackmount _ ON OFF Ears Power Switch Node 1 LCD Display Node 2 LCD Display for more information see N21 for more information see N21 NODE LCD DISPLAY on NODE LCD DISPLAY on page 11 page 11 PHILIPS N21 SHOWNET NODES OVERVIEW Strand Lighting INSTALLATION 1 Power Requirements Portable Models 65151 65152 65153 65153 P All portable N21 ShowNet Nodes are powered from a POE Power Over Ethernet compatible Ethe
12. allation amp User s Manual 2011 Philips Group All rights reserved IMPORTANT INFORMATION Warnings and Notices When using electrical equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following a READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AN For indoor dry locations use only Do not use outdoors Do not mount near gas or electric heaters epos Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be subjected to tampering by unauthorized personnel e The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition f Not for residential use Do not use this equipment for other than its intended use g Refer service to qualified personnel SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING You must have access to a main circuit breaker or other power disconnect device A before installing any wiring Be sure that power is disconnected by removing fuses or turning the main circuit breaker off before installation Installing the device with power on may expose you to dangerous voltages and damage the device A qualified electrician must perform this installation WARNING Refer to National Electrical Code and local codes for cable specifications Failure to use proper cable can result in damage to equipment or danger to personnel WARNING This equipment is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulati
13. and Lighting Service Center or Strand Lighting Technical Support Contact information for Authorized Strand Lighting Dealers and Service Centers is found on the Strand Lighting web site at www strandlighting com or by contacting us at 1 214 647 7880 Note A complete listing of Strand Lighting Offices is found on the inside cover of this manual a PHILIPS 16 PRODUCT CARE Strand Lighting N21 ShowNet Node Installation amp User s Manual TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1 Electrical Specifications Portable N21 Node Models catalog numbers 65151 65152 65153 and 65153 P Input Voltage 48vdc supplied as Power over Ethernet PoE Input Current At 48vdc nominal 45mA with backlight at full Rackmount N21 Node Model catalog number 65154 Input Voltage 5vdc supplied from an external power supply mounted in the auxiliary rack Input Current At 5vdc nominal 350mA typical 500mA maximum with backlight at full Connectivity DMX512 2 Each 5 pin female XLR Ethernet 1 Each 45 2 Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C Storage Temperature 40 to 158 F 40 to 70 C Humidity 5 95 non condensing EMC Emissions EN50081 1 EN55014 EMC Immunity EN50082 1 IEC1000 2 2 Safety EN60950 Ethernet IEEE Markings CE Marked 3 Mechanical Specifications Construction Wall Mount Steel faceplate unit is designed to fit a standard deep masonry box Rack Mo
14. as TX 75238 Tel 214 647 7880 Fax 214 647 8031 Strand Lighting New York 267 5th Ave 4th Floor New York NY 10016 Tel 212 213 8219 Fax 212 532 2593 Strand Lighting Asia Limited Room 6 10 20 F Delta House 3 On Yiu Street Shatin N T Hong Kong Tel 852 2757 3033 Fax 852 2757 1767 Strand Selecon Auckland 19 21 Kawana Street Northcote Auckland 0627 New Zealand Tel 64 9 481 0100 Fax 64 9 481 0101 Strand Lighting Europe Marssteden 152 Enschede 7547 TD The Netherlands Tel 31 53 4500424 Fax 31 53 4500425 www strandlighting com 2011 Philips Group
15. ase iie Mai erasers iiss enit Network Configuration Screen 1 Network Configuration Screen 2 Network Link Screen ino AAR ERS ASAR RRR GR SARA Node Status Screen Taare snares isani Node Status Screen 2 1 namam emn DMX512 Port A Config ration SETEEN assassin e ea 13 DMX512 Port B Configuration Screens 0 001 14 LED Display Screen ICONS 8 DE EESE NEES EIA Na ORESTE TEE RAEO DEAE Eai EE 14 N21 SHOWNET NODE WEB PAGE rana 15 Ea a EaR Web Page Descriprtt Onesie ssiei ss essor aneas Web Page Examples 1 15 PRODUCT CARE Cleaning and Care TAStrUCHONS seise 1 1 11000 16 Product Support TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Specifications Environmental Specifications Mechanical SpeclficalOnSsst scissors aaa PHILIPS 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Strand Lighting N21 ShowNet Node Installation amp User s Manual PREFACE 1 About this Manual The document provides installation and operation instructions for the following products N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE 2 Gang catalog number 65151 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE SN110 Retrofit catalog number 65152 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE with Surface Mount Box ca
16. he back box RACO 696 equivalent is supplied by others The 65153 N21 Node is housed within a metal back box supplied by Strand Lighting and is suitable for surface wall mounting Both models are intended for permanent installations using earthed conduit to carry the network cable The unit should not be operated without the earthed metal conduit as it may fail EMC compliance 4 Installation 65151 Flush Mounting To flush mount a 65151 N21 Node PHILIPS a Strand Lighting Power Requirements 5 Installation amp User s Manual N21 ShowNet Node Step 1 Prepare the wall by cutting an appropriate sized hole for the back box RACO 696 or equivalent supplied by others Step 2 Determine the most suitable position for cable entry and drill a hole in the back box for cable entry Ensure that 65151 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE 2 gang the hole allows cables to enter the box without fouling any components within the box when the node 143 mi ges electronics are installed o Soita MES KE EE E Step 3 Insert the back box in the wall and secure the conduit to ee the back box 4 625 in Step 4 Leave the cables in the back box ready for connection mid A 5 Installation 65153 Surface Mounting 6 3 Hh 3 To surface mount a 65153 N21 Node Back Box by others Step 1 Remove the four 4 screws from the front panel and lift the front plate upwards and away from t
17. he back box Keep the screws safe for later use Step 2 Determine the most suitable position for the cable entry and drill a hole in the back box for cable entry Ensure that the hole allows cables to enter the box without fouling any components within the box when the node electronics are installed 45 114 3 mm 65153 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE with Surface Mount BOX 3 625 in 92 1 mm Step 3 Ensure that the back box is level by placing a spirit level on top of the box and mark the four mounting holes N21 DMK NODE Strand Lighting 4 625 in Step 4 Drill four 4 holes in the wall and secure the back 1175mm box to the wall using screws and suitable hardware Step 5 Secure the conduit to the back box and leave the cables in the back box ready for connection 6 6 Installation 65154 Rack Mounting Wo Bor To rack mount a 65154 N21 Node Step 1 Before installing you will need four 4 rack screws that fit your specific rack by others at least 1U of rack space available in the rack and a place to connect the AC to DC power supply Step 2 Connect AC to DC power supply to unit Do not connect to AC supply source at this time Step 3 Slide 65154 N21 Node into rack and secure with four rack screws Step 4 With unit s power switch OFF connect AC to DC supply to AC source 65154 N21 ShowNet Node 4 Port 1U Rack Mount Enclosure with AC Adapte
18. ons It is also intended for installation in indoor applications only Before any electrical work is performed disconnect power at the circuit breaker or remove the fuse to avoid shock or damage to the control It is recommended that a qualified electrician perform this installation Additional Resources for DMX512 For more information on installing DMX512 control systems the following publication is available for purchase from the United States Institute for Theatre Technology USITT Recommended Practice for DMX512 A Guide for Users and Installers 2nd edition ISBN 9780955703522 USITT Contact Information USITT 6443 Ridings Road Syracuse NY 13206 1111 USA 1 800 93USITT www usitt org Philips Strand Lighting Limited Two Year Warranty Philips Strand Lighting offers a two year limited warranty of its products against defects in materials or workmanship from the date of delivery A copy of Philips Strand Lighting two year limited warranty containing specific terms and conditions can be obtained from the Philips Strand Lighting web site at www strandlighting com or by contacting your local Philips Strand Lighting office PHILIPS 59 55 59 Strand Lighting 1 Installation amp User s Manual N21 ShowNet Node TABLE OF CONTENTS Strand Lis BUMS ORCC assistants niseno SS ae Inside Front Cover IMPORTANT INFORMATION Wearnings and NOUCes sata SRE RAS SARE nini tee 1 111 1 1 Philips Strand Lighting Limited Two Year Warranty
19. r AC to DC Power Supply included with unit NODE Z RODET 2 5 Vde eR efa oS oS OER O 9 QOQ Q QQ oO oO REAR VIEW 19 00 in 482 60 mm 6 50 in 165 10 mm j oF NODE 1 NODE 2 Strand Lighting O o o E on N21 NETWORK NODE n O FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW PHILIPS INSTALLATION Strand Lighting 6 OPERATION 1 Overview The N21 Dual and four Port Ethernet DMX512 Nodes provide compact and cost effective networking solutions for lighting facilities of any size Based on a 32 Bit ARM processor all N21 nodes utilize the Linux operating system for stable 10 100 BaseT operation Nodes may be configured with any PC or Strand Lighting Wireless Focus Remote utilizing the Mozilla FireFox web browser if the network is utilizing a wireless router The N21 Network Node is available in five different configurations For available models refer to About this Manual on page 3 2 N21 Node Configuration Pre Configuring N21 Network Nodes N21 network nodes are configured at the factory with common default values It is therefore necessary to change the network configuration for each node before it is installed onto the network It is logical that the configuration of the DMX512 ports and the LCD setting should be done at the
20. rnet Switch or midspan endspan POE injector using IEEE P802 3af 2003 power The POE should be 48vdc The unit shall draw 45mA with backlight at full Rackmount Models 65154 All rackmount N21 ShowNet Nodes are powered from the provided AC to DC Power Supply The power supply converts AC input voltage to 5vdc The nominal current draw at 5vdc is 500mA with both LCD display backlights at full 2 Connecting a DMX512 Network Basic DMX512 installation consists of connecting a N21 ShowNet Node to a DMX512 controller in daisy chain fashion A cable runs from the DMX512 controller to a N21 ShowNet Node and to other DMX512 devices in the system Note the N21 ShowNet Node does not have to be first device in the DMX512 signal chain Note The portable N21 Node has two female 5 pin XLR connectors for DMX512 Out When a node port is configured for DMX512 In a gender changer by others is required to convert the port from female to male For more information on DMX512 networking and systems refer to Additional Resources for DMX512 on page 1 For N21 ShowNet Node configuration and operation refer to OPERATION on page 7 DMX512 Connections DMX512 Signal XLR Pin Common Drain 1 DMX512 2 DMX512 3 Note Remaining pins on connector are not used N21 Node DMX512 Connector 3 Installation 65151 65153 Back Boxes The 65151 N21 Node includes the faceplate and electronics only and is suitable for flush wall mounting T
21. s Refer to your system network administrator NOTE Default Netmask is 255 255 255 0 This is used only in large networks that require routing between sub networks Refer to your system network administrator NOTE Default Gateway is 0 0 0 0 Meaning This field contains a character string of up to eight 8 characters used to identify the function of the DMX512 A Port For DMX A Mode there are five subsettings Off Turns port OFF DMX out Sets Port for DMX512 output DMX in Sets port for DMX512 input SVN Sets port for Strand Vision Net Protocol SMX Sets port for Strand Report Net Outlook SWC NOTE SVN and SMX are factory test settings and SHOULD NOT be altered or changed Enter the start slot number for DMX512 A Input Enter the end slot number for DMX512 A Input Start number of the Net Slot for DMX512 A Input This field determines which of the 512 slots from the DMX512 port are displayed on the status bar graph at the sides of the LCD screen Any slots between 1 and 512 can be entered These fields allow you to enter a range of DMX outputs to be patched to a range of Netslots for each DMX port Initially the window permits two ranges of DMX output slots to be entered However when the second range is entered and the UPDATE button is pressed another blank row is added permitting another range of outputs to be entered for another Netslot range This will continue until all ranges of outputs have been entered
22. s DMX512 outputting traffic The Down Down Arrow Arrow icon is shown when the port is actively transmitting DMX512 data Indicates DMX512 incoming traffic The Up Arrow Up Arrow icon is shown when the port is actively receiving DMX512 data He Status Link Icon Link Speed Icon Link Duplex Icon DMX Port A Arrow Icon N21 Node LCD Display DMX Port B Arrow Icon BALLROOM ee Network Inactive ee ee SL Elec SR Elec ee DMX Out DMX In ee gt PHILIPS 14 N21 NODE LCD DISPLAY Strand Lighting N21 SHOWNET NODE WEB PAGE 1 Web Page Description The web pages are accessed when the IP address for the node is entered An example is HTTP 192 168 0 71 Once the Node has been accessed all of the web pages can be browsed and configured The web page example is located under the HOME SETUP SYSTEM PARAMETERS and provides a single screen to set the majority of the options of the N21 Node Note Without entering the Authorization Password the web pages will only provide preview information and cannot be changed When the password 2606 is entered under HOME AUTHORIZE button the upper screen will highlight in red that you are Privileged and allow you to edit the fields 2 Web Page Example Below is an example of the N21 Node web page nel TICE Mone Inactive DMX 5 ShowNet Inactive
23. shares same dimensions Strand Lighting Ethernet 7 as 65153 Node Connection o 3 625 in 92 1 mm 6 65154 N21 ShowNet Node 4 Port 1U Rack Mount Enclosure with AC Adapter AC to DC Power Supply included with unit RODE 7 NODE 1 2 5 de ESR 0 ER 9 86 6 ave Oo REAR VIEW 19 00 in 482 60 mm 6 50 in 165 10 mm g NODE 1 NODE 2 Strand Lighting o o 1 om as N21 NETWORK NODE O FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW Figure 2 Portable Mounting and Rack Mount Models Note For complete model specifications features etc refer to the product specification sheet or visit the Philips Strand Lighting web site at www strandlighting com for more details PHILIPS Strand Lighting Mechanical Specifications 19 Installation amp User s Manual N21 ShowNet Node Notes es PHILIPS 20 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Strand Lighting N21 ShowNet Node Installation amp User s Manual Notes PHILIPS Loo o Strand Lighting Mechanical Specifications 21 PHILIPS Strand Lighting Strand Lighting Dallas 10911 Petal Street Dall
24. start number Each Netslot can be set as one 1 of sixteen 16 priorities by selecting from the drop down menu A DMX512 slot can be patched to multiple Netslots with each Netslot assigned to a different priority The DMX512 slot outputs the level of the Netslot with the highest priority if HTP see below is not selected When a DMX512 slot is patched to multiple Netslots with different priorities selecting HTP makes the DMX512 slot output the highest level of the multiple Netslots ignoring the priority settings DMX B Button When the DMX B button is pressed the following options are available as shown Having set up the DMX B options press Update button to save the Node configuration Option DMX B Label DMX B Mode DMX B In Start Slot DMX B In End Slot DMX B In Starting Net Slot DMX B Monitor Slot Start End and Net Slot Fields DMX B Out Start Slot DMX B Out End Slot Netslot Priority HTP Highest Takes Precedence 10 OPERATION N21 ShowNet Node Installation amp User s Manual N21 NODE LCD DISPLAY This section describes the various LCD Display screen on N21 ShowNet Nodes 1 Boot Screen During the boot up process the LCD screen display shows the Strand Lighting logo After the boot up process is complete press the Page button to scroll through the eight available screens Note The Page button is not active until the boot up process is comple
25. stot DMX B Monitor Slot Start End Net Slot Priority HTP 1 512 2001 1 1 1 DMX B Button Screen PHILIPS Strand Lighting Meaning This field contains a character string of up to eight 8 characters used to identify the function of the DMX512 B Port For DMX B Mode there are five subsettings Off Turns port OFF DMX out Sets Port for DMX512 output DMX in Sets port for DMX512 input SVN Sets port for Strand Vision Net Protoco SMX Sets port for Strand Report Net Outlook SWC NOTE SVN and SMX are factory test settings and SHOULD NOT be altered or changed Enter the start slot number for DMX512 B Input Enter the end slot number for DMX512 B Input Start number of the Net Slot for DMX512 B Input This field determines which of the 512 slots from the DMX512 port are displayed on the status bar graph at the sides of the LCD screen Any slots between 1 and 512 can be entered These fields allow you to enter a range of DMX outputs to be patched to a range of Netslots for each DMX port Initially the window permits two ranges of DMX output slots to be entered However when the second range is entered and the UPDATE button is pressed another blank row is added permitting another range of outputs to be entered for another Netslot range This will continue until all ranges of outputs have been entered Enter the start slot number of the DMX512 range Enter the end slot number of the DMX512 range Enter the Netslot
26. t A DMX512 A Configuration page N21 DMX NODE H Port A Config Port Label name SL Elec DMX Out Port Setting Soa ae DMX In DMX Out gers SVN SMX or Off Port Status Active or Inactive PHILIPS a Strand Lighting Node Status Screen 1 13 Installation amp User s Manual N21 ShowNet Node 9 DMX512 Port B Configuration Screen Below is a graphical representation of the N21 ShowNet Node LCD Display DMX512 port B configuration screen Strand Lighting aie Port B DMX512 B Configuration page C 1 Port B Config SR Elec DMX In Port Setting E nective DMX In DMX Out 5 5 SVN SMX or Off 2 Port Label name Port Status Active or Inactive Note DMX512 Port A and Port B offer the same number of settings and configurations The aforementioned settings are shown for contrast 10 LCD Display Screen Icons The following describes the five screen icons that may appear on the N21 ShowNet Node LCD Display Icon Symbol Icon Name Comments The L will be present when the N21 Node is alae Lk linked with an Ethernet port on a switch 10Mbps will show a white S on a blue F background Link speed 100Mbps will show a blue S on a white background Half duplex will show a white F on a blue 5 background ins Duplex Full duplex will show a blue F on a white background Indicate
27. talog number 65153 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE with Portable Mount Back Box C Clamp U Bolt Hardware catalog number 65153 P N21 ShowNet Node 4 Port 1U Rackmount Enclosure amp AC Adapter catalog number 65154 Please read all instructions before installing or using this product Retain this manual for future reference Additional product information and descriptions may be downloaded at www strandlighting com 2 Getting Started Unpack N21 Node Unpack the node from the packaging and check that all components are contained within If any parts are missing or damaged please contact the carrier and your nearest Philips Strand Lighting office N21 ShowNet Node catalog number 65151 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE 2 Gang Installation amp User s Manual this document N21 ShowNet Node catalog number 65152 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE SN110 Retrofit Installation amp User s Manual this document N21 ShowNet Node catalog number 65153 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE with Surface Mount Box N21 Portable Nodes Installation amp User s Manual this document N21 ShowNet Node catalog number 65153 P N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE with Portable Back Box C Clamp U Bolt Mounting Hardware Installation amp User s Manual this document N21 ShowNet Node catalog number 65154 N21 ShowNet Node 4 Port 1U Rackmount Enclosure AC to DC Power Supply
28. te Strand Lighting Page Button T TD QT Qe pager N21 DMX NODE Strand Lighting LCD Display 2 Main Screen Below is a graphical representation of the N21 ShowNet Node LCD Display main screen Strand Lighting TN KA Kye page Network Status Node Name A TE Active or Inactive user assigned name N21 DMX NODE BALLROOM ee Network Inactive oe ee SL Elec SR Elec lt ae DMX Out DMX In ee Slot Monitor Bar Graphs Port A amp B Labels user assigned names Port A amp B Defined As DMX In or DMX Out PHILIPS ee Strand Lighting Boot Screen 111 N21 ShowNet Node Installation amp User s Manual 3 Network Configuration Screen 1 Below is a graphical representation of the N21 ShowNet Node LCD Display network configuration screen 1 Node Firmware Version Node IP Address 2 Strand Lighting E ag N21 DMX NODE Network Config 1 Version 2 1 7 N21_71 IP 192 168 0 80 Network Configuration Screen 2 Node Configuration Page 1 Node Hostname Below is a graphical representation of the N21 ShowNet Node LCD Display network configuration screen 2 Node Netmask Node MAC Address Strand Lighting wall P Network Config 2 Mask 255 255 255 0 Gw 0 0 0 0 MAC 00 E0 01 01 13 64 Node Configuration Page 2 Node Gateway
29. unt Steel enclosure Weight Wall Mount 1 9 Ibs 0 86 kg Rack Mount 4 9 lbs 2 2 kg Dimensions Wall Mount Refer to Figure 1 on page 18 Rack Mount Refer to Figure 2 on page 19 PHILIPS See Strand Lighting Electrical Specifications 17 Installation amp User s Manual N21 ShowNet Node 65151 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE 2 gang 4 5 in 5 3 625 in 114 3 mm 92 1 mm Strand Lightin 9009 o page O N21 DMX NODE 4 625 in 117 5 mm Q Back Box by others 65152 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE SN110 Retrofit 4 5 in 3 5 in 114 3 mm 88 9 mm Strand Lighting page O N21 DMX NODE 4 625 in 117 5 mm 5 989 2 Gang Back Box by others 65153 N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE with Surface Mount Box 4 5 in 3 625 in 114 3 mm 924mm Strand Lighting page O N21 DMX NODE 4 625 in 117 5 mm E 6 6 Figure 1 Wall Mount Models Surface Mount BOX PHILIPS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Strand Lighting 18 N21 ShowNet Node Installation amp User s Manual 65153 P N21 ShowNet Node 2 Port POE with portable mount back box C Clamp and U Bolt Hardware 2 inch we U Bott C Clamp ies LD NOTE 65153 P Node
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