Manual: Laserworld Purelight Series
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4. Network Operation
Important:
Only ShowNET interfaces and potentially an ArtNet controller must be used in the same net-
work. Avoid using other network devices in the same network.
Avoiding connectivity issues, Troubleshooting:
- Make sure that no firewall is blocking the network traffic between the computer and the
show laser device. The firewall has to be configured to grant network access to the laser
show software.
- If the network connection does not work, try to temporarily disable the firewall. If this
helps, create a matching rule and re-activate the firewall.
- Whenever the DIP switch settings for the network mode are changed (for example,
change static IP address or switch from DHCP to AutoIP mode), the show laser de-
vice has to be restarted (switch power off and on).
- The interface has to be connected to a 100Mbit or Gigabit Ethernet LAN. 10Mbit Ethernet
is not suitable.
- The use of WIFI (WLAN) is not recommended. This will result in decreased output perfor-
mance and unsafe operation.
Attention - maximum cable length:
When using ethernet cables with RJ45 connection, always pay attention to the maximum
length of the very cable. E.g. :
Cat 5e = max. 100 m
Cat 6 = max. 50 m
Cat 7 = max. 50 m
Cat 8 = max. 30 m
You can use normal network switches to amplify the signal and extend the range!
Without amplification of the signal (e.g. via a switch) it is recommended to use fiber trans-
mission as soon as longer distances are required.
a) DHCP Mode
Dip switch setting
switch
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
On (1) / Off (0) 0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
In this mode, the IP address is provided by a DHCP server. Therefore, a DHCP server has to
be available in the network. For example, this could be a cheap 100MBit network
router
with integrated DHCP server. This option does not work if there is no device in the same
network that can distribute and manage network addresses as DHCP! In this case, try
AutoIP as connection method (e.g. if the laser is directly connected to the computer)!
