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Other things to consider when designing and configuring a network.
1) Avoid mixing network protocols (For example: do not use Artnet and Streaming ACN in the same
network if it can be avoided.)
2) When selecting of an Ethernet switch, a managed switch must be used. Most Ethernet switches
now have broadcast storm control which must be disabled to allow entertainment lighting protocols
to pass through.
3) Use the same subnet mask on all network devices, but be sure it is big enough to fit the number
of devices on the network.
4) Doug Fleenor Design strongly recommends that lighting control networks should not be connected
to the Internet. It is recommend that the lighting network is a completely separate network with no
Internet access.
5) Be aware of the rules for Artnet IP addresses. Artnet requires the IP to be in the range of either
2.X.X.X or 10.X.X.X and the subnet must be 255.0.0.0. These must be followed for the N
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inter-operate completely with other Artnet Gear.
6) If there will be more than 100 network universes in a connected network, a managed Layer 3
network should be considered.
Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty
Products manufactured by Doug Fleenor Design (DFD) carry a five-year parts and labor warranty
against manufacturing defects. It is the customer's responsibility to return the product to DFD at the
customer's expense. If covered under warranty, DFD will repair the unit and pay for return ground
shipping. If a trip is necessary to the customer's site to solve a problem, the expenses of the trip must
be paid by the customer.
This warranty covers manufacturing defects. It does not cover damage due to abuse, misuse,
negligence, accident, alteration, or repair by other than by Doug Fleenor Design.
Most non-warranty repairs are made for a fixed $50.00 fee, plus shipping.
Doug Fleenor Design, Inc.
396 Corbett Canyon Road
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 481-9599 voice and FAX
(888) 4-DMX512 toll free (888) 436-9512
web site: http://www.dfd.com
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