ChamSys GeNetix GN5

Product Overview

The ChamSys GeNetix GN5 is a compact multipurpose DMX network node with 5 RDM DMX ports and support for Timecode, MIDI, and 10Scene. It distributes lighting data over Art-Net and sACN, with each DMX port configurable as input, output, or fallback. Dual network ports allow PoE or mains power, and the node mounts standalone, on a truss via its M12 receiver, on a DIN rail, or in a 19-inch rack using the included rack ears. Configuration is handled from ChamSys consoles, the built-in web server, or the front-panel display and encoder.

Product Description

The GeNetix GN5 is a universal DMX-over-Ethernet interface in a half-width chassis, converting Art-Net and sACN network data to physical DMX and back across 5 RDM DMX ports. Each port is independently configurable as input, output, or fallback, with adjustable DMX timings covering refresh rate, break time, frame time, and MAB. Per-port merging supports HTP, LTP, lowest IP, and highest IP modes, and the node stores up to 10 user scenes recorded from incoming Art-Net or sACN data. DMX Fallback loops fixtures across two ports so the universe keeps running if a single cable breaks.

The GN5 carries LTC and MIDI ports that pass Timecode and MIDI notes to MagicQ systems over ChamNet, plus Art-Net timecode support, making it useful where the Timecode or MIDI source is away from the console. Connected to a MagicQ PC system over USB, the GN5 unlocks MagicQ PC Systems in Full Unlocked Mode as a DMX, Timecode, MIDI, and 10Scene gateway; used as an Art-Net or sACN node it unlocks up to 2 MagicQ instances. Power is supplied by PoE on Port 1 or the Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 line input at a maximum of 60 W. The node ships with DIN rail clip, 19-inch rack ears, USB cable, and Phoenix connectors.

Key Features

• 5 RDM DMX Ports — Five DMX ports support RDM and configure as input, output, or fallback.
• Art-Net and sACN — Supports Art-Net V1 to V4 and sACN with per-universe priorities.
• DMX Fallback — Loop fixtures across two ports for redundancy against cable failure.
• Per-Port Merging — HTP, LTP, lowest IP, and highest IP merge modes per port.
• Timecode and MIDI — LTC and MIDI ports pass Timecode and MIDI notes to MagicQ over ChamNet.
• 10Scene Gateway — Dedicated 10Scene port with scene recall for wall-plate control.
• Scene Storage — Stores 10 user scenes recordable from incoming Art-Net or sACN data.
• Flexible Power — PoE on Port 1 or Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 mains input, 60 W maximum.
• Multiple Mounting Options — Standalone, truss-mount, DIN rail, or 19-inch rack with included ears.
• MagicQ Unlock — Full Unlocked Mode over USB, or up to 2 MagicQ instances over the network.

Typical Applications

• Permanent Installations — DIN rail or rack-mounted DMX distribution for fixed systems.
• Concert and Touring Rigs — Compact truss-mounted node with fallback redundancy.
• Theatres — Remote Timecode and MIDI integration over ChamNet.
• House of Worship — 10Scene gateway recall for staff-operated lighting states.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How many DMX ports does the GeNetix GN5 have?
The GN5 has 5 RDM DMX ports, each independently configurable as input, output, or fallback.

What network protocols does the GN5 support?
It supports Art-Net V1 through V4, sACN with per-universe priorities, RDM, and ChamNet.

Can the GN5 be powered over Ethernet?
Yes. It accepts PoE on Port 1, or it can be mains powered via its Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 input at up to 60 W.

Does the GN5 support Timecode and MIDI?
Yes. Its LTC and MIDI ports pass Timecode and MIDI notes to MagicQ systems over ChamNet, and it supports Art-Net timecode.

How can the GN5 be mounted?
It can be used standalone, truss-mounted via its M12 receiver, DIN rail mounted, or rack mounted using the included 19-inch rack ears.

Does connecting the GN5 unlock MagicQ software?
Over USB it unlocks MagicQ PC Systems in Full Unlocked Mode; as an Art-Net or sACN node it unlocks up to 2 MagicQ instances.

How is the GN5 configured?
It can be configured from ChamSys consoles, the built-in web server, or the front-panel display and encoder.