Getting Started
This guide walks you through the initial setup and connection process for your Pixout HDMI ArtNet Converter.
Default Network Settings
Out of the box, your device has the following default network settings:
Ethernet Connection
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| IP Address | 2.0.0.230 |
| Subnet Mask | 255.0.0.0 |
| Outgoing IP | 2.0.0.5 |
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Outgoing IP is the address from which ArtNet DMX data will be sent after video conversion.
Wireless Connection
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| IP | DHCP |
| ZeroConfig URL | http://pixoutconverter.local/ |
Connection Setup
Follow these steps to connect to your Pixout HDMI ArtNet Converter:
- Connect the Converter to your PC with an Ethernet cable
- Power up the Converter
- Configure a static IP on your PC:
- IP:
2.0.0.x(any value except230and5) - Mask:
255.0.0.0 - Gateway:
0.0.0.0
- IP:
- Open your browser and navigate to
http://2.0.0.230/px-admin/#/network - Enter your wireless router credentials (SSID/Password) in the Admin Panel
- Once connected to WiFi, access the device via
http://pixoutconverter.local
Windows Users
If you use Microsoft Windows, install Bonjour drivers first to support URLs like http://pixoutconverter.local/ in your browser. Download from: pixout.lighting/downloads
Access Points
| Panel | URL |
|---|---|
| User Panel | http://pixoutconverter.local/ |
| Admin Panel | http://pixoutconverter.local/px-admin |
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You can use both Ethernet and Wireless connections to control the Converter remotely.
Next Steps
- Control Panels - Understanding User and Admin panels
- Mapping - Create and manage pixel mappings
- Network Configuration - Advanced network settings