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Introduction
XND-8 is a user-friendly Art-Net and sACN to DMX converter supporting the distribution of eight universes of DMX
via eight individually optically isolated DMX outputs. Since most major lighting consoles are capable of transmitting
Art-Net data, the XND-8
is all you need to take advantage of your console’s networking capability, allowing you to
transmit a vast number of universes over one single network cable. In some cases, users may profit from already
existing networking infrastructure.
Furthermore, the XND-8 is also perfectly suited to send DMX data to your fixtures from a computer or even from a
mobile device. Many light controller programs for PC or Mac support Art-Net output natively and with the help of
XND-8
’s DHCP capabi lity, you can even let your workplace network infrastructure do the network configuration of
your XND-8 automatically for you.
With its 128x64 pixels OLED display however, configuring the network and setting up your Art-Net or sACN
preferences manually is no trouble at all and helpful status information is always at hand.
Applications
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Concert lighting
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Live events
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Multimedia shows
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Theaters
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TV studios
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Theme parks
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Architectural lighting
Typical Application
Unpacking
The XND-8 is packaged in a cardboard box. The following items are included:
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The device.
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This user manual.
Safety Information
It is essential that you read and understand this manual before operating the device and that you
follow the instructions given below closely when you set up, connect and use the XND-8. Do not
use the device in any way or for any purpose not described in this user manual.