Product Overview
The ETC Net3 Four Port Gateway is a network data distribution device designed to take advantage of the quality and reliability of ETC’s Network development, built for both the proven ETCNet2™ protocols and the new industry standard ACN. The Gateway is an Ethernet native network device that uses bidirectional communication with other network devices to send/receive DMX512 digital signals (as well as RDM depending on software mode) via the four configurable ports on the rear of the unit.
Applications:
- Road House
- Touring
- University/Professional Theatre
- Convention Hall
- Tech Tables
- Stage Managers Panels
ETC N34G-4F Features:
- Four ports of distributed DMX over Ethernet
- Supports Net3 protocol powered by ACN
- Supports ETCNet2
- DMX/RDM Output/Input (RDM with Net3 Release 2 only)
- Distributes DMX data to any input/output device such as dimmers, scrollers, moving lights, and DMX consoles
- Modular DMX/RDM port design provides easy configuration of port connector type and replacement
- DMX via XLR 5-pin Male, Female and terminal strip connectors
- LCD screen for labeling, status and configuration information
- LED power and network indicators
- Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) as well as an external DC power supply
- Versatile compact size
- Configurable via a network software utility or directly through ACN
ETC N34G-4F Specifications:
- General:
- Compliant with IEEE 802.3i for 10BASE-T, 802.3u for 100BASE-TX and 802.3aff or Power over Ethernet
- CE compliant and ETL Listed
- RoHS Compliant (lead-free)
- ETCNet2 and Net3/ACN protocols
- Meets RDM BSR E1.20 Standard
- USITT DMX512 and ANSI E1.11 DMX512-A compliant
- Mechanical:
- Fabricated of 16-gauge steel
- Finished in fine-texture, scratch-resistant, black powder coat
- Backlit LCD display for identification (soft-labeling) and status reporting
- Reset button for hard reset/forced reboot
- Single RJ45 Ethernet jack on front of unit
- 1/2 rack width allows for up to 8 DMX ports in 1U height
- Hanging Bracket allows mounting in 4 orientations, includes U-bolt hardware (C-clamp available)
- Processor:
- Maximum delay time from input to output not greater than one packet time (minimum 22 mSec.)
- Four selectable DMX output update rates with maximum setting not less than 40Hz
- Environmental:
- Ambient operating temperature: 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F).
- Storage temperature: -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F).
- Operating humidity: 5% - 95% non-condensing.
- Power:
- Power Supply options include:
- 8 to 28Vdc external power supply
- 48V IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet
- Maximum power consumption 5 watts
- Modular DMX Ports:
- Up to 4 DMX ports - four module locations on the rear
- Each module contains a single connector and its associated electronics
- Capable of withstanding fault voltages of up to 250VAC
- Switch for DMX/RDM termination
- Connector module options include:
- XLR 5-Pin Male DMX input connector
- XLR 5-Pin Female DMX output connector
- RJ45 DMX connector
- ScrewTerminal strip connector (DMX Termination kit included)*
- Module secured by panel screw
- Pull-tab for easy removal
- Shipping Weight: 7.9 lbs.
- Shipping Dimensions: 13.75" x 18" x 5.75"
