OBSIDIAN CONTROL SYSTEMS NETRON EP2 Bedienungsanleitung
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ELATION PROFESSIONAL B.V.
Junostraat 2 | 6468 EW Kerkrade, The Netherlands
+31 45 546 85 66
FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE WARNINGS & INSTRUCTIONS
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits as per Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This device uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the included instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter- mined by turning the device o and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following methods:
• Reorient or relocate the device.
• Increase the separation between the device and the receiver.
• Connect the device to an electrical outlet on a circuit dierent from which the radio receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Energy Saving Matters (EuP 2009/125/EC)
Saving electric energy is a key to help protecting the environment. Please turn o all electrical products
when they are not in use. To avoid power consumption in idle mode, disconnect all electrical equipment
from power when not in use. Thank you!
Document Version: An updated version of this document may be available online.
Please check www.obsidiancontrol.com for the latest revision/update of this document before beginning
installation and use.
Date Document Version Note
27/12/2021 1 Initial Release
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GENERAL INFORMATION 4
OVERVIEW 5
CONNECTIONS 6
MENU: 8
NAVIGATION 8
HOME SCREEN 8
PRESETS 9
NETRON PRESETS 10
DMX PORTS 11
VIEW AND TEST 12
IP ADDRESS 13
SYSTEM 14
INFORMATION 15
WEB REMOTE CONFIGURATION 16
WEB REMOTE MENU 17
FIRMWARE UPDATES 26
CONTENTS
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GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
Please read and understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting
to operate this device. These instructions contain important safety and use information.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Contact your local Obsidian Controls Systems dealer or distributor for any product related service and
support needs. Also visit forum.obsidiancontrol.com with questions, comments, or suggestions.
OBSIDIAN CONTROL SERVICE EUROPE - Monday - Friday 08:30 to 17:00 CET
OBSIDIAN CONTROL SERVICE USA - Monday - Friday 08:30 to 17:00 PST
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OVERVIEW
The NETRON EP2 is a compact Ethernet to DMX gateway with two RDM compatible ports designed
for wall mount, truss mount and standalone installations.
It is congurable via its internal web remote and powered over Ethernet or via the convenient USB-C
connection.
KEY FEATURES:
- RDM, ArtNet and sACN support
- Factory and user presets for plug and play setups
- POE or USB-C powered
- 1.5” OLED Display with rotary knob
- Remote conguration via internal webpage
- Powder-coated compact aluminum housing
- Connect to ONYX PC for a full four Universe Solution
- In-wall, On-Wall, Truss and Standalone mounting
SOFTWARE AND OPERATION
For setup and operation of all software features, please update the devices to the latest release.
Download and study the full user guides from http://obsidiancontrol.com/netron.
The NETRON Ether-DMX devices oer a comprehensive and easy to use feature set, and are
continuously improving. It is advised to periodically check for updates on the Obsidian product pages.
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CONNECTIONS
DMX CONNECTIONS:
All DMX Output connections are 5pin female XLR; the pin-out on all sockets is pin 1 to shield, pin 2 to
cold (-), and pin 3 to hot (+). Pins 4 and 5 are not used. Carefully connect DMX cables to the respective
ports. To prevent damaging the DMX ports, provide strain relief and support. Avoid connecting FOH
Snakes to the ports directly.
Pin Connection
1 Com
2 Data -
3 Data +
4 Not connected
5 Not connected
ETHERNET DATA CONNECTION
The Ethernet cable is connected on the side of the EP2 device. This device cannot be daisy chained.
Although this is an Locking RJ45 Ethernet connector, and the use of a Locking RJ45 Ethernet cables is
recommended, any RJ45 connector is suitable.
The Ethernet connection is also used to connect a computer to the EP2 for remote conguration via a
web browser. To access the web interface, simply enter the IP address shown in the display in any web
browser connected to the device. Information about the web access can be found starting on page 14
of this manual.
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Status Indicators
LED Color Solid Blink Routing
DMX PORTS RED
DMX PORTS GREEN DMX In DMX Lost
DMX PORTS BLUE DMX Out Stable DMX Lost
DMX PORTS WHITE Flash on RDM packets
DMX PORTS STATUS INDICATOR LEDs
CONNECTIONS: FRONT & SIDE PANELS
FRONT CONNECTIONS:
(2) 5Pin DMX ports
are bidirectional for
In-and-Output
DMX Port Status
Indicator LED
RJ45 Network
connection w/POE
Power: Type-C: 5V, 2A
No Data Connection
SIDE CONNECTIONS
Menu return button
Turn to scroll,
push-to-select
1.3” OLED Display
M12
M10
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MENU: NAVIGATION
The Netron devices use a small OLED display for feedback and setup. The encoder dials up and down
through the menu, a push of the encoder selects an item or saves an entry. Revert to a previous menu
or cancel an entry with a single push of the back arrow.
Wheel Right Scroll down in menu list / increase values
Wheel Left Scroll up in menu list / decrease values
Wheel Push Enter Menu, Select menu item, go down one level in menu, conrm values.
Back Arrow Go up one level in menu tree, cancel change of values, hold for 2 seconds
to return to home screen
As you scroll up or down the menu, the arrows indicate that more items are available above or below
that which is displayed, and only show when needed.
MENU: HOME SCREEN
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MENU: PRESETS
Several simple presets are preprogrammed into the device for fast
setup. Some presets require additional input like a start Universe.
SUB MENU OPTION / VALUES DESCRIPTION
1. ArtNet 2.x Universe 1-32767
See NETRON Presets
2. ArtNet 10.x Universe 1-32767
3. ArtNet 192.x Universe 1-32767
4. ArtNet 172.x Universe 1-32767
5. ArtNet DHCP Universe 1-32767
6. ArtNet In Universe 1-32767
7. ArtNet In/Thru Universe 1-32767
8. sACN 2.x Universe 1-32767
9. sACN 192.x Universe 1-32767
10. sACN 172.x Universe 1-32767
11. sACN 172.x Universe 1-32767
12. sACN DHCP Universe 1-32767
13. sACN DHCP In Universe 1-32767
1. MyPreset 1
...
10. MyPreset 10
Load Preset Preset Loaded
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MENU: NETRON PRESETS
These simple presets are preprogrammed into the device for fast setup. Some presets require additional
input like a start Universe.
Label Ethernet DMX Ports
IP Address Subnet Protocol Option 1 2
Artnet 2.x Automatic 2.x 255.0.0.0 Artnet Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
Artnet 10.x Automatic 10.x 255.0.0.0 Artnet Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
Artnet 192.x Automatic 192.x 255.0.0.0 Artnet Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
Artnet 172.x Automatic 172.x 255.0.0.0 Artnet Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
Artnet DHCP DHCP DHCP Artnet Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
Artnet In Automatic 2.x 255.0.0.0 Artnet Universe # Input Input
XX X+1
sACN 2.x Automatic 2.x 255.0.0.0 sACN Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
sACN 10.x Automatic 10.x 255.0.0.0 sACN Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
sACN 192.x Automatic 192.x 255.0.0.0 sACN Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
sACN 172.x Automatic 172.x 255.0.0.0 sACN Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
sACN DHCP DHCP DHCP sACN Universe # Output Output
XX X+1
RDM Yes
sACN DHCP
In DHCP DHCP sACN Universe # Input Input
XX X+1
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