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3. OPERATING DETERMINATIONS
The Node 8 converter uses the Art-Net protocol to receive and distribute DMX512 data over Ethernet. It
connects various DMX devices (light effect units, lighting controllers) in lighting installations. The converter is
provided with a 10/100BASE-T port (RJ45) for Ethernet connection and 8 XLR connectors for DMX output
(4096 channels) and 2 for DMX input (1024 channels). The configuration can be done directly at the front
panel via 4 operating buttons and an alphanumeric LCD. The converter was designed for rack installation
and requires 1 unit.
This product is only allowed to be operated with an alternating current of 100-240 V, 50 Hz and was
designed for indoor use only.
Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
When choosing the installation spot, please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat,
moisture or dust. There should not be any cables lying around. You endanger your own and the safety of
others!
This device must never be operated or stockpiled in surroundings where splash water, rain, moisture or fog
may harm the device. Moisture or very high humidity can reduce the insulation and lead to mortal electrical
shocks. When using smoke machines, make sure that the device is never exposed to the direct smoke jet
and is installed in a distance of 0.5 meters between smoke machine and device. The room must only be
saturated with an amount of smoke that the visibility will always be more than 10 meters.
The ambient temperature must always be between -5° C and +45° C. Keep away from direct insulation
(particularly in cars) and heaters.
The relative humidity must not exceed 50 % with an ambient temperature of 45° C.
This device must only be operated in an altitude between -20 and 2000 m over NN.
Never use the device during thunderstorms. Over voltage could destroy the device. Always disconnect the
device during thunderstorms.
Operate the device only after having familiarized with its functions. Do not permit operation by persons not
qualified for operating the device. Most damages are the result of unprofessional operation!
Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.
Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the device are forbidden due to safety reasons!
Never remove the serial barcode from the device as this would make the guarantee void.
If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual, the product may suffer
damages and the guarantee becomes void. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like short-
circuit, burns, electric shock, etc.
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