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[Mr_P]

A new 2 universe Luminex sounds very interesting, any idea as to when this maybe launched?

Luminex already have a 2 universe Artnet interface on the market and an 8 universe interface: Node2 & Node8 - they've been around for some time... Both are available with wi-fi option too.
http://www.luminex.be/products_overview.php?cat=1
Give us a call if you need to get hold of one

The new interface is a 4 universe device. (not available yet) They are also offering the ability to change the DMX connectors from just female (existing) to male as well at time of order - if you want a box with 2 ins and 2 outs (for example) - rather than using adaptors or m-m cables.

There are a number of cheaper alternatives on the market - 2/4/8 port - that don't have as many configuration tools - they all do the basic job of DMX-Artnet/Artnet-DMX conversion... I like and own Luminex Node8's as they are very flexible and configurable.

Peperoni USB are cheap - but I've had experience of them dropping out - I have a Rodin T & Rodin 2 - either work for DMX input (but not both at the same time... the latest plugged in takes priority) There is currently no facility in catalyst to route DMX to a Rodin 1 or T for DMX output. - I seem to remember that you can't do simultaneous DMX in and out on a Rodin T anyway - irrespective of catalyst.

Use artnet - its more reliable....

S

[samsc]

and ups's uninterruptable power supplies can play havok with ground potentials and communications.

[NevBull]

Hello All

the new Luminex DMX2 MKII I mentioned in my previous is now available - it has two DMX inputs/outputs - configuration via web page as per the other Luminex products. Its in a 1u 19" rack case - full spec as below.

Connectors:
10/100BaseT Ethernet connection on a Neutrik RJ45 Ethercon connector
2 DMX512-A in/outputs on shielded 5 pin female XLR, with termination (DMX512-A)
Features:
DMX routing, universe setting
Input and output enable / disable
DMX input / output frame rate setting
IP settings
Unit ID and labeling
Ethernet activity indication on front panel
Up to 20 programmable profiles and routings
Up to 10 predefined profiles (ethernet, splitters, mergers)
Operation:
Ethernet <-> DMX (ArtNet)
DMX Merger
DMX Backup
DMX splitter / booster
DMX trigger. Remote selection of the merging policy though DMX
Built-in DMX softpatch
Wysiwyg enabled. DMX inputs can be visualised in Wysiwyg
DMX snapshot. Capture 3 lighting states (fixed values) per outlet
Modification of captured values from the Web interface
Auto-load capture on boot-up (ideal for expo)

[SourceChild]

Enttec Artnet boxes for DMX to Artnet work great. This is what I have always used. The web interface is a bit of a pain. In most cases, I just leave the box in its default mode for DMX in to Catalyst.

When I need to drive DMX out for LEDs, I use Luminex boxes if I can get them and have had no issue with the Node8s.

After having some issues with other assorted USB devices, I have to agree with Richard that they are not worth the risk of reliability when staying in Artnet works fine.

[Mr_P]

Artistic Licence have re-launched their etherlynx Artnet interface 2 input, 4 output:
http://www.artisticlicence.com/index..._id=&order_id=

Both Etherlynx, Catalynx (2 input or 2 Output) and the new Datalynx 12 way (6 input / 6 output) interfaces includes a web-browser interface for configuration.

New node 4 product available from Luminex:
http://www.luminex.be/products_detai...ay=description
Node 2 & Node 8 products also provide 2 & 8 I/O respectively

(Watch out for old Luminex Node 8's that exhibit 'freezing' - solution seems to be to upgrade firmware and increase the PSU voltage to 5.2v)

Simon