DMX512 network node
MADRIX STELLA is a compact, RDM-enabled network node that converts lighting data received as Art-Net or sACN into two DMX512 lines; it fits on a DIN rail and is connected with screw terminals.
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STELLA is the translator between the network and the luminaire. Lighting data arrives over Ethernet as Art-Net or sACN; STELLA converts it into two separate DMX512 lines. Each port carries one universe, or 512 channels, and configures itself automatically as an input or output.
In a permanent installation, the device sits inside a panel on a DIN rail. The DMX line connects directly to a 3-pin screw terminal; no XLR socket or adapter cable comes in between. Fewer connection points mean fewer failures in the field. Ethernet carries the long distance, and the DMX line stays close to the luminaires.
STELLA talks two-way with RDM-enabled luminaires on the DMX line: it finds up to 170 devices per port and lets you change their addresses and settings remotely. When used together with MADRIX RADAR, all RDM devices connected to STELLA are unlocked free of charge in the software; RDM and Art-Net traffic flow at the same time without interrupting the show.
We explain the basics of DMX512 and the line rules in our DMX512 guide.
Highlights
Art-Net and sACN are converted to DMX512 on two ports; each port configures itself automatically as an input or output.
Fits a 35 mm DIN rail and can also be fixed to a wall with two brackets; the housing is insulating, flame class V-0.
170 RDM devices are found per port; addresses and settings change remotely.
All connected RDM devices are unlocked in MADRIX RADAR without an additional license.
With ArtSync, all ports and devices are updated in the same frame.
Two Ethernet ports; devices are connected in series.
Data from two Ethernet sources is merged automatically with highest-takes-precedence.
From the 5–24 V DC screw terminal or USB; consumption below 1.5 W.
Comparison
The 4 products in the Output nodes family side by side with the same criteria; the STELLA column is highlighted. If you're undecided, tell us about your project and let's choose the right device together.
| Criterion |
 NEBULAPixel LED driver
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 STELLADMX512 network nodeThis page
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 STELLA 8DMX512 and RDM node
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 LUNARack-mount DMX512 node
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| Output | 12 × 512 channels SPI (2 ports) | 2 × 512 channels DMX512 | 8 × 512 channels DMX512 | 4, 8 or 16 × 512 channels DMX512 |
| Input | None | The ports also work as DMX inputs | Any port can be selected as a DMX input | 1 × DMX512 |
| Luminaires driven | SPI pixel strips and luminaires (more than 70 ICs) | DMX512 luminaires | DMX512 luminaires | DMX512 luminaires |
| Connection | 4-pin screw terminal | 3-pin screw terminal | 3-pin screw terminal | 5-pin NEUTRIK XLR |
| Ethernet | 2 × RJ45, 100 Mbit/s | 2 × RJ45, 100 Mbit/s | 2 × RJ45, 1 Gbit/s | 1 × RJ45 (etherCON), 100 Mbit/s |
| RDM controller | None (reports its own status only) | Yes (170 devices per port) | Yes (170 devices per port) | None |
| Standalone operation | None | None | Built-in patterns and snapshots | None |
| Power supply | 5–24 V DC, USB or from the LED line | 5–24 V DC or USB | 5–24 V DC, USB-C or PoE | 100–240 V AC |
| Mounting | DIN rail or wall | DIN rail or wall | DIN rail or wall | 19″ rack (1U or 2U) |
Technical specifications
Complete the system
LED control software
DMX512 and RDM node
RDM device managementFAQ
If you can't find the answer to your question, write to our technical team; let's evaluate it together for your project.
Each port carries one DMX universe, or 512 channels; two ports make 1,024 channels. If an RGB luminaire uses 3 channels, that means 170 luminaires per port and 340 per device. For more, STELLA units are added over Ethernet.
Yes. STELLA is a network node that complies with the Art-Net and sACN standards; it also works with consoles, players and other software.
Yes. Each port configures itself automatically as an input or output. This allows a DMX console's data to be passed to the network.
RDM is two-way communication with the luminaire on the DMX line: changing addresses, reading temperature and fault information. STELLA does this as a controller; with MADRIX RADAR, all devices connected to STELLA are monitored free of charge.
STELLA has two ports and runs on a 100 Mbit/s network. STELLA 8 has eight ports, a 1 Gbit/s network, PoE power and advanced functions such as merging and backup. For jobs of a few universes STELLA is enough; in systems with many universes and redundancy, STELLA 8 stands out.
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