Avolites Art-Net Set Up Training Video 18

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of setting up Art-Net and configuring outputs on the Avolites Titan software. Understanding this setup is essential for effective DMX control in lighting systems, particularly when using Art-Net nodes.

Step 1: Access Avolites Titan Network Settings

• Open your Avolites Titan software.
• Navigate to the AVO setup menu.
• Select the network settings option.
• Check your current IP address. If it’s not set correctly, adjust it. For example, change it to 2.0.1.
• Save your changes. Note that this change will also reflect on your computer's network settings.

Step 2: Configure DMX Settings

• After setting your IP address, go to the DMX settings.
• Verify that your Art-Net node is recognized and that the universes are displayed correctly.
• For speed, proceed with addressing your universe. For instance, assign Universe 0 to Line 1.

Step 3: Set Up Your Art-Net Node

• Access the main menu of your Art-Net node.
• Set the node’s IP address to match your setup (e.g., 2.0.2).
• Ensure the subnet mask is set to 255.255.0.0 for compatibility.
• Verify that your DMX output is connected to DMX output 1 on the node.

Step 4: Adjust Port Configurations

• Navigate through the ports on your Art-Net node.
• If needed, change the port configuration:
  • For example, set Port 8’s principal to 0.0 to match your DMX output.
• Confirm that ports 1 and 8 are mirroring each other for effective output.

Step 5: Explore Additional Configuration Options

• Consider changing the port mode to allow for different configurations (input/output).
• You can assign multiple Art-Net universes to a single line if your setup requires it.
• Use IP addresses in the range of 2.1.x.x for better performance, as recommended.

Conclusion

You’ve now learned how to set up and configure Art-Net on Avolites Titan software. Ensure your IP settings are correct and explore the various configuration options available for your Art-Net node. For further practice, experiment with assigning multiple universes and configurations to see what works best for your lighting setup. Enjoy your DMX control experience!