MagicQ Configuration
When connected via USB, nodes act like a ChamSys USB to DMX interface. All configuration of DMX ins and outs can be controlled from the DMX I/O window.
When connected via Ethernet, nodes can be fully configured from the Net Manager window (Setup > View DMX I/O > Net Manager).
Inside of the Net Manager window are the below configuration options. The window is split into 4 tab views.
Devices View
The devices view displays an overview of all connected ChamNet network nodes. From the devices window each node’s full configuration can be modified.
The following options are available in the Devices tab view:
ID
The ID field refers to the numerical order of devices connected to a users MagicQ system, alongside this the ID field allows users to set the ID for received ChamNet timecode.
Name
The name field displays the user configurable name for the GeNetix node. The default name for a GeNetix Node is based on the Node used, the GN5 for example has the default name "GeNetix GN5".
Status
The Status field displays whether the Node is detected by MagicQ, If experiencing issues with a GeNetix Node users are encouraged to check that the status field reads "Detected" when connected over network and "Detected (USB)", If not shown it is advisable to check the cable connection between a user MagicQ system and the GeNetix Node.
Type
The Type field display the type of GeNetix Node connected to the MagicQ system these types include;
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GN2
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GN5
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GN10
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GW2I/O
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10Scene Store
Config
The Config field refers to the current configuration of the ports on a users GeNetix Node these configuration options include;
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Custom -Shown when custom options are set on the Ports.
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sACN Out - GeNetix Node ports will output sACN starting from sACN Universe 1
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Art-Net Out - GeNetix Node ports will output Art-Net starting from Art-Net Universe 0
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sACN In - GeNetix Node ports will input sACN starting from sACN Universe 1
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Art-Net In - GeNetix Node ports will input Art-Net starting from Art-Net Universe 0
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Art-Net Out Same Uni - All GeNetix Node ports will output Art-Net from Art-Net Universe 0
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sACN Out Same Uni - All GeNetix Node ports will output sACN from sACN Universe 1
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Match Console Outputs - GeNetix Node ports will match the output configuration of the first 2/5/10 universes in MagicQ
Uni
The Uni field allows users to set the start universe on the GeNetix Node, ports will increase sequentially from the number set here.
IP Address
The IP Address field displays and allows users to change the IP address currently attributed to the GeNetix Node.
Subnet Mask
The Subnet Mask field displays the currently set subnet mask. The subnet mask distinguishes the network address and the host address within an IP address.
Firmware
The firmware field displays the currently installed firmware version on the GeNetix Node, this field will also show the latest available firmware version for the GeNetix Node.
Up Time
The Up Time field displays the total time elapsed since the GeNetix Node was initially connected.
Sync
The Sync field refers to the GeNetix Nodes ability to synchronise DMX output to reduce tearing. Synchronisation is controlled via ChamNet and is available when used in conjunction with MagicQ consoles.
LED
The LED field allows users to set how the LED on a GeNetix Node act, the options include:
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Normal - LED’s light when DMX is being Inputted or Outputted through a port.
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Off - LED’s will stay off.
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Locate - All LED’s will light up, this is usually used to identify a single node in a larger setup.
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Reserved
Active Scene
The Active Scene field allows users to select a scene stored on the GeNetix Node to output.
Trigger Scene
The Trigger Scene Field allows users to select a scene stored on the GeNetix Node to Output when a contact trigger is pressed.
| Trigger Scene is only available on the GN5 and GN10 Nodes. |
Lost Data
The Lost Data field allows users to set the behaviour of the GeNetix Node for when DMX data is suddenly lost, the options include:
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Hold DMX Output - The GeNetix Node will continue to Output the last figure it had received.
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No DMX Output - The GeNetix Node will cease to output any DMX.
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Zero DMX Output - The GeNetix Node will continuously output DMX at Zero.
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Scene 1-10 - Scenes Stored on the GeNetix Node can be set to output when data is lost.
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Scenes Panel - After data is lost users can output one of the 10 stored scenes on the GeNetix device through a 10Scene Wall Plate.
RDM
The RDM field displays the options regarding RDM or Remote Data Management this functionality allows fixtures to communicate with consoles the options in this field are as follows:
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Enabled - GeNetix Nodes can request RDM discovery of fixtures and change them.
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Read Only - GeNetix Nodes can discover fixtures can not change them.
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Disabled - GeNetix Nodes can not perform RDM functions.
User Config
The User Config allows users to save and recall configuration data, a GeNetix Node is capable of storing 10 custom User Configs.
Factory Reset
The Factory Reset field when selected allows users to reset the GeNetix Node to its original out of box settings.
| All user data including node settings, IP Addresses, Port & Protocol settings, Scenes and User Configs will be erased. |
Lock
The Lock field allows users to enable a lock for the GeNetix Node and it’s accompanying interfaces, the options available include:
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Device Only - Physical editing of the GeNetix Node will require a 4 digit pin code.
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All Interfaces - Physical editing of the GeNetix Node menu and control over web server will require a 4 digit pin code.
Timecode In
The Timecode In field allows users to select a configuration for the GeNetix node forward timecode: as Art-Net timecode, as ChamNet timecode to a MagicQ or QuickQ console, or through one GeNetix to another.
Timecode Host IP
The Timecode Host IP field allows users to configure how MIDI is sent to a MagicQ or QuickQ console on a specific IP address via the MIDI in transmit host IP option. If set to 0, then the GeNetix node broadcasts the MIDI messages.
Timecode Out
The Timecode out field allows users to configure how a GeNetix Node forwards Art-Net or ChamNet through the LTC or MIDI output ports on the rear of the GeNetix Node. The options available to users include:
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None - Timecode is not forwarded through any ports on the GeNetix Node.
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LTC - Timecode is forwarded through the LTC Port on the rear of the GeNetix Node.
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MIDI - Timecode is forwarded through the MIDI Port on the rear of the GeNetix Node.
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LTC & MIDI - Timecode can be simultaneously forwarded through both the LTC and MIDI ports on the GeNetix Node.
| Timecode functionality is only available on the GN5 and the GN10. |
MIDI In
The MIDI In field allows users to configure how MIDI notes, beat clock and SysEx messages are received via the MIDI In port. Options include ChamNet to MagicQ and QuickQ consoles or from one GeNetix Node to another.
| There is no support for sending MIDI messages to 3rd party consoles over a network connection. |
Upgrade Device
The Upgrade Device soft button allows users to update their GeNetix Devices over a network cable connection, the latest firmware upgrades available for GeNetix Devices will be bundled with the latest version of MagicQ.
Identify
The identify function can be toggled from the C encoder soft button inside of the Devices tab view.
When Identify mode is toggled on, all ChamNet devices' LEDs are set to off except for the selected device which is set into Identify mode. Stepping through the devices in MagicQ will Identify each device in turn.
When Identify mode is toggled off, all ChamNet devices return to their configured LED states.
GeNetix nodes with integrated screens indicate Identify mode by displaying an on-screen message in addition turning on all LEDs.
Ports View
The Ports tab within the Net Manager allows for more precise configuration of GeNetix Nodes ports, for users wishing to alter the input, output or protocol of individual ports of a GeNetix port.
Options View
The Options tab displays the options currently set on the GeNetix Node, different to the Devices tab the Options tab has options unavailable on the Device tab.
Set Pin
The Set Pin field allows users to set a 4 digit numerical code that is used to unlock the GeNetix Node when either the physical Node or interfaces are locked.
10Scene Mode
The 10Scene Mode field allows users to configure the behaviour of the 10Scene ports on the rear of the GN5 and GN10 options available to users include:
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Disabled - 10Scene functionality disabled
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Scenes Optional - Scenes are triggered from a 10Scene Wall Plate, but if all 10Scene buttons are off then no Scenes are active and the Node allows network data to DMX.
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Only Scenes - At least one Scene will always be active, this is useful for installations without a console.
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User Configs - Select user configurations for the GeNetix Node.
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Gateway - the GeNetix Node acts as gateway between a 10Scene Wall Plate and a lighting controller.
10Scene Ext
The 10Scene Ext field allows users to configure how 10Scene is controlled from external sources these options include:
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10Scene App - Users can activate and deactivate 10Scene buttons through the 10Scene App that comes bundled with a MagicQ/QuickQ installation.
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MIDI Notes 0-9 - Users can toggle the activation of 10Scene buttons by sending MIDI notes ranging from 0; which will activate button 1 to 9 which will activate button 10.
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CREP - CREP refers to ChamSys Remote Ethernet Protocol which allows users to send custom UDP messages to their device to activate and deactivate 10Scene Buttons.
Scenes View
The Scenes tab allows users to view and configure the scenes currently stored inside the GeNetix Node, each GeNetix Node is capable of storing 10 separate scenes that can be swapped as desired.