Arduino Artnet Node

A few months ago i needed an Art-Net node. But I didn't have enough money to buy one because they are about £300 and that is quite expensive.

Step 1: Gather the Parts

• max485
• 3pin(or 5pin)xlr
• arduino mega or uno
• ethernet shield (make sure to use an ethernet shield that uses the w5100 chipset , a shield with a different chipset wont work)
• 16x2 lcd
• 100 ohm resistor
• 220 ohm resistor
• 10k potentiometer

Step 2: Build the Circuit

The circuit is fairly straight forward but you will need some skill.

Step 3: Upload the Arduino Code

1. Download the arduino ide (make sure to install version 023)
2. Plug in your arduino via usb.
3. Copy the file DMX from the download to the arduino ide's libraries
4. Open the Art-Net-node.ino
5. Chose your arduino board from the boards menu.
6. Upload the code

Step 4: Download Freestyler Lighting Software

1. Download the latest version of the freestyler lighting software.
2. Open the software.
3. Go to setup and then interface setup set this option to Art-Net.
4. Then set Broadcast address to your Art-Net Node's ip address.
5. Connect the Art-Net node's ethernet port to your computers ethernet port.
6. Plug power in to the arduino via usb
7. Go to your computers control panel then network and change adapter settings.
8. You should then be able to see that the arduino is plugged into your computers ethernet port.
9. Bridge your wifi to the arduino.

10. Re start the freestyler software.