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TPix Strip & Controller MKII
User Manual
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Connecting to a Network
KlingNet Settings:
01) Install a KlingNet based software on your PC (Windows or Mac).
02) Connect the TPix Strip to the TPix Strip Controller via the RJ45 outputs.
03) Connect the TPix Strip Controller to a power supply via the PowerCON input.
04) Make sure the PC has a fixed IP Address. No further network settings need to be adjusted.
05) Connect the TPix Strip Controller to your computer via a CAT-5/CAT-6 cable (see page 10). Once the
fixtures have been connected the will be automatically recognised by the KlingNet based software.
06) Map the devices using the “drag and drop” method, placing the fixtures in the “on-screen” interface
on the right position. This will take a few minutes and once done the system is fully set up.
Please note: When creating large setups, it is recommended to use a 16-bit, high speed ethernet switch
to transmit the KlingNet data signal.
ArtNet Settings:
01) Install an ArtNet based software on your PC (Windows or Mac) or connect to an ArtNet enabled
console. Please note: some consoles/software operate within dedicated IP ranges (i.e. Chamsys
requires the 2.0.0.0 range). Please consult user documentation for the software/console for
clarification.
02) Connect the TPix Strip to the TPix Strip Controller via the RJ45 outputs.
03) Connect the TPix Strip Controller to a power supply via the PowerCON input.
04) Connect the TPix Strip Controller to your software/controller via a CAT-5/CAT-6 cable (see page 10).
05) Set the IP address of the software/controller to 2.x.x.x or 10.x.x.x, depending on the ArtNet settings.
06) Set the Subnet mask to 255.0.0.0 on both the TPix Strip Controller and the software/controller.
Make sure that all fixtures in the network have a unique IP address.
