Pixels have random or erratic behavior when connected to HinksPix PRO CPU
Pixels have random or erratic behavior when connected to HinksPix PRO CPU
ISSUE: Some or all pixels connected to a HinksPix PRO controller randomly flash, operate when not commanded or have other undesired behavior.
ASSUMPTIONS: All extension cables are under 25ft in length and that there is sufficient power for all pixels connected to the output.
SOLUTION: The default speed on output of data is 800 KHz and should be changed to 700 KHz. To perform this operation see the following video or text instructions:
Text instructions from above:
Connect to web interface on controller. If you are have not yet setup the controller for web access, see this page: http://www.holidaycoro.com/hinkspix for setup information
Click on the top menu tab labeled 'E131 / Arnet / DDP'
Select the drop down option labeled 'Pixel Speed'
Change from '800 khz' to '700 khz'
Click the red button labeled 'Save Changes This Page: Reset at END to Activate' until the button turns purple
Click on the top menu tab labeled 'Reset'
Click the red button labeled 'RESET'
Allow 30 second for the controller to reset
You can now test your pixels by using the built-in test mode on the controller as shown below:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
When just testing the operation of pixels for verification of functionality, do not connect pixels to long range outputs, only use the SPI outputs directly connected to a HinksPix PRO CPU