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* [http://forums.auschristmaslighting.com/index.php/board,34.0.html TP3244 Pixel Driver] 4 SPI (2801 / 6803) outputs
* [http://forums.auschristmaslighting.com/index.php/board,34.0.html TP3244 Pixel Driver] 4 SPI (2801 / 6803) outputs
The Tiger Protocol Bridge (TigerPB) TP3212 is a small controller for use with RGB LED lights and LED strips that utilise driver chips like the 6803/2801/3005. These are the currently targeted protocols and it is possible that other 2-wire and single wire protocols could be supported with firmware upgrades. This will provide future proofing of your controller.
The initial release will accept a standard DMX512A data stream and provide control for 170 RGB Pixels (510ch). There will be dual buffered outputs that will allow you to split the 170 pixels into say 100/70 and run them in different directions and yet control them as a single 170 pixel string.
Each dual buffered output will also allow for the parallel connection of the same number of pixels allowing for two strings to be used with the same patterns. If these are run in opposite directions they would provide for mirrored effects.
Each of the Dual outputs will be able to drive different protocols if required.
If ran with ECG product line from http://www.j1sys.com you can use hyper-DMX and this controller can be expanded to running 4 Universe's off each controller.
More info to Follow and at this point this controller is no longer sold.  It has been talked about coming back out.  As the information comes in it will be updated.  If you can get one used, they are still very nice units and work well.
More info at http://auschristmaslighting.com/forums/index.php/board,34.0.html


===Onumen===
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PIXEL CONTROLLERS

E1.31 (Ethernet) to SPI (Pixel Communications)

These interfaces accept an E1.31 (Ethernet) input and typically drive one or more pixel strings.

SanDevices

(USA Based run by DIYC user jstjohnz)

E68x Configuration Guide

Firmware Updates

Default IP Address: 192.168.1.206


Model Max Pixels DMX Universes Pixels Supported Output Connectors Max Channels DMX Universes per Output Image Link Price Manual Note
PS-1 1020 6Multicast GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) 3060 Up to 6 link Turnkey System: $399 Owner's Assembled E682 with power supply in an Enclosure
E682-12 2040 6Multicast / 12Unicast GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) 6120 Up to 12 link Assembled/Tested: $180, Full Kit: Price $109 Owner's Assembly To be released shortly
E682-6 1020 6Multicast GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) 3060 Up to 6 link Assembled/Tested: $180, Full Kit: Price $109 Owner's Assembly Original E682, Before Firmware Upgrade
E681-12 2040 6Multicast / 12Unicast GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) 6120 Up to 12 link No Longer Available Owner's Assembly Firmware To be released shortly, requires UP1 upgrade
E681-6 1020 6Multicast GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) 3060 Up to 6 link No Longer Available Owner's Assembly Original E681, with Firmware Upgrade and UP1 upgrade
E681-4 680 4Multicast GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) 2040 Up to 4 link No Longer Available Owner's Assembly Original E681, without Firmware Upgrade and without UP1 upgrade
E680-12 2040 6Multicast / 12Unicast GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) 6120 Up to 12 link Partial Kit: $19 (PC Board + EEPROM) needs additional parts to function Owner's Assembly To be released shortly, requires UP1 upgrade
E680-6 1020 6Multicast GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) 3060 Up to 6 link Partial Kit: $19 (PC Board + EEPROM) needs additional parts to function Owner's Assembly Original E680, with Firmware Upgrade and UP1 upgrade
E680-4 680 4Multicast GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) 2040 Up to 4 link Partial Kit: $19 (PC Board + EEPROM) needs additional parts to function Owner's Assembly Original E680, without Firmware Upgrade and without UP1 upgrade

Joshua 1 Systems

(USA Based run by DIYC user j1sys)

Tutorial Video

Setup Video

Default IP Address: 10.10.10.10

Model Max Pixels DMX Universes Pixels Supported Output Connectors Max Channels DMX Universes per Output Image Link Price Manual Note
ECG-P12R 2040 12Unicast LPD6803, WS2801, WS2811, TM180x, TLS3001 12 Fused (2x6 Electrical, 3x4 Logical) 6120 1 link Assembled Board: $175 Owner's Notes
ECG-PIXAD8 1360 8Unicast LPD6803, WS2801, WS2811, TM180x, TLS3001 8 Fused (2x4 Electrical, 2x4 Logical) 4080 1 link Assembled Board: $155 Owner's
ECG-P2 1360 8Unicast LPD6803, WS2801, WS2811, TM180x, TLS3001 2 Unfused (2x1 Electrical, 2x1 Logical) 4080 4 link Assembled Board: $68, Assembled Board w/case: $77 Owner's

Stellascapes

(New Zealand Based run by DIYC user mrpackethead)

Model Max Pixels DMX Universes Pixels Supported Output Connectors Max Channels DMX Universes per Output Image Link Price Manual Note
E16-II Green 672 6Unicast Stella-green 16 Fused (? Electrical, ? Logical) 2016 ? link Assembled Board: $1296 16 Character LCD Display for diagnostics and identification information.
E16-II Commercial 672 6Unicast Stella-black 16 Fused (? Electrical, ? Logical) 2016 ? link Assembled Board: $1995 With power supply and 16 400mm "tails" with waterproof screw up connectors
E16-II Pro 672 6Unicast Stella-black 16 Fused (? Electrical, ? Logical) 2016 ? link Assembled Board: $?? With power supply and Neutrik XLR, power and ethernet chasis connectors

DMX512 to SPI

These interfaces accept a DMX input and typically drive one or more pixel strings.

J1Sy

  • uDCG-P2
  • DCG-P2

AVD

ACL

The Tiger Protocol Bridge (TigerPB) TP3212 is a small controller for use with RGB LED lights and LED strips that utilise driver chips like the 6803/2801/3005. These are the currently targeted protocols and it is possible that other 2-wire and single wire protocols could be supported with firmware upgrades. This will provide future proofing of your controller.

The initial release will accept a standard DMX512A data stream and provide control for 170 RGB Pixels (510ch). There will be dual buffered outputs that will allow you to split the 170 pixels into say 100/70 and run them in different directions and yet control them as a single 170 pixel string. Each dual buffered output will also allow for the parallel connection of the same number of pixels allowing for two strings to be used with the same patterns. If these are run in opposite directions they would provide for mirrored effects. Each of the Dual outputs will be able to drive different protocols if required.

If ran with ECG product line from http://www.j1sys.com you can use hyper-DMX and this controller can be expanded to running 4 Universe's off each controller.

More info to Follow and at this point this controller is no longer sold. It has been talked about coming back out. As the information comes in it will be updated. If you can get one used, they are still very nice units and work well.

More info at http://auschristmaslighting.com/forums/index.php/board,34.0.html

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RPM


Ray Wu

RPM WS2801 to DMX Pixel Bridge

  • Controlled through: DMX

T3: DMX512 - SPI Bridge

  • Controlled through: DMX

The T3 controller provides a bridge between DMX512 and 4 strings of RGB pixels.

More details at http://www.stellascapes.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=55&Itemid=62

E2: Ethernet - SPI Bridge

The E2 controller is an ethernet based bridge and power supply unit to control 2 strings of RGB pixels or the Stella-spark strings. Accepting Either ACN ( E1.31 ) or Art-net control protocols, the E2 is compatible with a vast range of control software. Configuration of the E2 is simple via a very easy to use Web based GUI. Everything is done via a standard web browser. The E2 operates on low voltage DC ( 12-48V ), using a high efficiency internal switch mode power supply to accurately supply the right voltage to the pixel strings. The E2 is weather tight and will happy operate outdoors.

More details at http://www.stellascapes.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=55&Itemid=62


USB to DMX512

USB DMX dongles are commonly used in conjunction with PC software to output a single universe (512 channels) of DMX.

FTDI drivers for dongles:

PIXEL Extenders

ECG-PPX

ECG-PPX is a combination of small adapter boards that can be used in conjunction with our pixel oriented products (PIXAD8, P12R, etc.) to extend the pixel signals over much longer distances. They should also work with most other brands of pixel drivers. The ECG-PPX system also will distribute a modest power envelope over the same cable for optionally powering the pixels without the need for local power supplies at the pixel strings.

More details at http://www.j1sys.com/ecg-ppx/


RGB Controllers Feature Comparisons

DC Controller Comparison Table
Manufacturer Model Pre-built DC Voltage Channels Channel Current Total Current Protocol(s) Total Price Per Ch Price
Light-O-Rama CMB16D Yes 5V - 60V 16 4A 20A per 8 Ch LOR, DMX $119.95 $7.49
Light-O-Rama CMB16D-QC Yes 5V - 60V 16 4A 20A per 8 Ch LOR, DMX $99.95 $6.24
TigerDMX TigerDMX48 Yes 9V - 55V 48 2.5A 30A per 24 Ch DMX $145.00 $3.02
TigerDMX TigerDMX120LC Yes 12V - 36V 120 100mA DMX $125.00 $1.04
AVD DC48 Yes 12V - 36V 48 2A 20A per 24 Ch DMX $199.00 $4.15
AVD DC24 Yes 12V - 36V 24 2A 15A per 12 Ch DMX $129.00 $5.38
Audiolight Intl HD-714 [1] [2] Yes 12V - 24V 3 2A 6A DMX $8.95 $2.98
Audiolight Intl HD-712 [3] [4] Yes 12V - 24V 27 1A 15A DMX $44.21 $1.64
Leynew LN-DMXMODEL-3CH-LV12 [5] [6] Yes 12V 3 2A 6A DMX $7.49 $2.49
EUChips PX24506 Yes 12V - 24V 3 3A 9A DMX $22.32 $7.44
wjohn DMX3 No 9-35vdc 3 2A per Chn up to 6A DMX $9.00 $3.00
wjohn DMX16DCSSR No 12-24vdc 16 2A per Chn up to 10A DMX $48.00 $3.00
wjohn REN64 No 9-35vdc 64 2A per Chn up to 7A per SSR RS232/485, DMX $67.50 $1.05
Renard Ren48LSD No 5,9-24vdc 48 400mA 9.6A x 2 RS232/485, DMX $44.66 $0.93
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