Acue Lighting Art-Node 8 — 8-Universe ArtNet to DMX Converter
Art-Node 8 Overview
The Acue Lighting Art-Node 8 is a 1U rack-mountable ArtNet decoder designed for professional lighting control installations requiring multi-universe DMX distribution. It supports 8 independent DMX universes and 4096 total DMX channels, making it well-suited for large-scale venue installations, touring productions, and broadcast environments. Protocol support includes ArtNet, sACN, and KlingNet, with KlingNet offering multiple color mode configurations including RGB, RGBW, RGBA, RGBD, and RGBAW. Lighting designers, system integrators, and production companies requiring reliable, scalable DMX node infrastructure will find the Art-Node 8 a capable and straightforward solution.
The unit features an LCD menu and function display with LED indicators and a 5-button navigation control system for on-unit configuration, and firmware can be updated online to maintain compatibility with evolving control environments.
Key Features
- 8-Universe DMX Output — Delivers 8 separate DMX universes totaling 4096 DMX channels for large-scale lighting control
- Multi-Protocol Support — Compatible with ArtNet, sACN, and KlingNet protocols for broad console and software compatibility
- KlingNet Color Mode Flexibility — Supports multiple color modes within KlingNet including RGB, RGBW, RGBA, RGBD, and RGBAW
- DMX Bilateral Signal Conversion — Each DMX port supports both input and output with HTP/LTP merge modes for flexible signal routing
- Dual EtherCon Network Ports — Two RJ45 EtherCon ports with 10/100/1000Mbps auto MDI/MDIX support, DHCP, and manually configurable static IP
- On-Unit Display & Navigation — LCD menu and function display with LED indicators and 5-button navigation for direct configuration without a connected computer
- Online Firmware Updates — Firmware is updatable online to support new features and protocol revisions
- 1U Rack-Mount Form Factor — Fits standard 19-inch rack installations for clean, permanent integration in touring racks and installed systems
Connectivity & I/O
- 8x 3-pin DMX ports (Input/Output, HTP/LTP selectable) on rear panel
- 2x RJ45 EtherCon ports, 10/100/1000Mbps, Auto MDI/MDIX, DHCP and static IP support
- 1x PowerCon power input port with rear-panel power switch
- Fuse housing located on rear panel
Technical Specifications
| Universes/DMX | 8 Universes / 4096 DMX Channels |
| DMX Ports | 8x 3-Pin DMX (Input/Output, HTP/LTP) |
| Network Ports | 2x RJ45 EtherCon, 10/100/1000Mbps, Auto MDI/MDIX, DHCP & Static IP |
| DMX Output Protocol | DMX-512 |
| Supported Protocols | ArtNet, sACN, KlingNet (RGB, RGBW, RGBA, RGBD, RGBAW) |
| Firmware | Online updatable |
| Form Factor | 1U, 19-inch standard rack mount |
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