ArtNet DMX Interface, 8-Channel, 19" Rack, 1U Stage Lighting Network Control, CR061S

Love the rack mounted capability of this. In the past, I've had to cobble up something or tape art-net controls and nodes into things, so the rack mount certainly is a much needed upgrade. The 8 channel capacity is HUGE, the amount you can run through this is more than most people will ever use. This is on par with equipment used in large theaters and huge stage shows. I had no issues with long latency or dropped packets, and the dmx signal was stable and responsive. I was running cat6 cables, and regular amazon xlr cables for those who want to know. This is easy to use, if you really understand the art-net protocol. The price is what I'd expect it to be for something this versatile

This device takes your lighting project to the next level with control for multiple universes and the ability to separate your control station from the lighting rig with only an ether net cable between them. Your computer connects to this device over ethernet which then connects to your lights.A good understanding of ArcNet is needed to use this and the manual doesn't cover this since this is an industry standard protocol that already has plenty of documentation. Just as can manuals don't tell you how to drive, this one doesn't teach you ArcNet.I like that it's rack mountable as a professional device like this should be. You can mount it with your other gear to keep things protected and organized.

I’ve been running large-scale holiday light displays for years, and as my setup has grown more complex, I've needed a solid way to expand my DMX channels without signal dropouts or headaches. This ArtNet DMX interface delivers exactly what I was looking for—professional-grade performance, flexible configuration, and rock-solid reliability.The 8 optically isolated XLR outputs are a major plus, keeping my control system safe from electrical interference while ensuring smooth transitions and effects across hundreds of fixtures. I can run everything from intricate pixel-mapped sequences to synchronized moving heads, and this unit handles it all without a hitch. The signal remains strong even over long runs, and I haven’t encountered a single flicker or lag.Setup was straightforward (as long as you know your way around ArtNet), and the onboard LCD screen makes tweaking settings on the fly easy. The ability to independently configure each DMX universe gives me a level of control I didn’t easily have before, and being able to position this closer to my lights while running Ethernet from my control software has cleaned up my wiring setup significantly.I also appreciate the rack-mount design. It integrates seamlessly with my other gear, keeping everything neat and protected. While this interface is packed with features, it’s not necessarily beginner-friendly—there’s a learning curve if you’re new to ArtNet and DMX networking. But if you know what you’re doing, or are willing to invest the time to learn, this is a fantastic piece of hardware.My holiday displays have never looked better, and I know I’ve got room to expand even further next year. This is the kind of reliability and control I need for serious lighting setups.

Great DMX interface for working with my lights and laser.Connected 3 light device and 1 laser. It has 8 XLR port, so it can be extended with more lights as needed.Works great.

Well made, easy to set up and use would recommend would buy again

Let me start off with my summary: I like this.A few things that are nice:- rack mountable (good for portable racks)- reasonable power usage- 8 artnet channels- works with QLC+ (if you have the right plug-in)- IP v4Also notable:- the manual is pretty thin. so if you are familiar with similar devices you will be able to set this up, otherwise give yourself some time to play with it before you need it- there is nothing in the manual about operating temps but it does appear to be sensitive to cold. Most notable is the display is laggy when the device is cold. More important if you have to move equipment and it was outside. I would make sure you warm it up a few hours before its needed.- the subnets are predefined. If you need something that is not a normal config, beware. I might suggest using your own non-routable network for something like this anywaysIts a good size for both portable equipment and permanent setups. I think if you have enough equipment that you are traveling with, you probably already have something like this. I like that I can put this closer to the lights and such then use ethernet to run it from like 100M away (or further with a mesh). So I really see this being most valuable in more permanent setups where you have 1000s of features you will want to control (where each light might have 4 to 30ish features).

I have over the years accumulated a number of items that I have been using independently of a DMX interface. I am presently trying out various types of PC programs that are free to control the interface. I really do have much to learn. In all truth, I am glad to have this unit which seems to work well with all of the devices that I have. I cannot wait until I become considerably more proficient with this so that I can have all of my devices work from one central control. Knowing that I am on a path toward this is certainly rewarding and enjoyable! I wish I could give a more comprehensive perspective regarding this unit, but for the little experience that I have gotten thus far, I can certainly say that I have had no issues with the unit and have found it to be a wonderful unit that does what it says it will well!