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Connecting a grandMA with a DL.2 over artnet


In order to use artnet to control a DL.2 from the MA- you will need to use a router.  


For more information on DL.2, visit the support page at High End Systems.  

The setup below was configured by Stefan Fiedler and Marcus Kroemer of MA Lighting.   The PDF was compiled by Stefan Fiedler, Joe Cabrera ][, Susan Gilg and Cat West.




Hardware Setup

1. Connect the DL.2(s), console, CMA computer and router (acting as DHCP server).

The router must be sent to distribute IP addresses in the 2.X.X.X range.   The router used in this demonstration is the HP Pro Curve 7202dl Router.  If you are using this router, then follow the screenshot below to properly configure this device on your computer.  


Configuring the grandMA

1. Press the TOOLS key to open the tools menu on the main screen.

2.  From this window, select "DMX Configuration" (see below)



3.  If the grandMA is not networked to another console, ensure that "Enable if Standalone" is turned on in the DMX Configuration window (see below).

4.  On the right-hand side, select the button marked "DMX output via Ethernet."

5. Select the desired universe (1 thru 64) and toggle the button in the PROTOCOL column so it reads ARTNET.

6.  Press the large button to the right (it will either read "Protocol not Configured" or it will show letters and numbers that correspond to the Subnet and ID.



7.  The Subnet and ID should be set to match the Subnet and Universe of the DL.2.  You can set the Subnet, ID of your DL2 in the onboard menu- under "Control."  Below is a screenshot of a sample DL2 menu that shows artnet configurations.



8.  Once you have set a matching Subnet and ID in the grandMA, press the Save button in the top right and close this menu. (See below)



9.  After closing this menu, you will drop back to the console's DMX Configuration Menu.  Once again, save and close.

10.  Access the "MA Network Configuration" from the "Tools" menu. It will look like the window below.

11.  Ensure that the console's IP address is not within the 2.X.X.X range or set to 127.0.0.1. Close the window.



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