<p>Professional Entertainment Lighting control Solutions</p>

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DMX Frequently Asked Questions

<p>DMX over power refers to a method of sending DMX512 control signals over existing AC power lines using <strong>power line communication (PLC)</strong>. This technology modulates the DMX signal into the power network and extracts it at the destination using compatible devices.</p><p>Unlike Power over DMX (which delivers power over DMX cables), this solution moves the <strong>DMX signal</strong> over <strong>mains power lines</strong> – making it perfect for hard-to-reach or historically protected sites.</p>

Street lighting installation using power lines for DMX signal transmission

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What Is DMX Over Power?

<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li><strong>Street lighting upgrades</strong> with no signal cable access</li><li><strong>Historic buildings and monuments</strong> where infrastructure must remain untouched</li><li><strong>Long-distance outdoor installations</strong> across bridges, streets, or parks</li><li><strong>Temporary setups</strong> for events or festivals, where trenching is not feasible</li></ul>

Festival installation with temporary lighting controlled through AC wiring

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Where Does It Make Sense?

<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>A <strong>DMX transmitter</strong> (e.g., PowerGate Arma) modulates the DMX data into the power line</li><li>One or more <strong>receivers</strong> (e.g., PowerGate Solid) extract the signal and convert it back to standard DMX</li><li>The system uses HomePlug PLC technology, designed for stable operation on 110/220V</li></ul><p>Signal integrity is maintained using frequency separation and built-in isolation. All Sundrax devices support RDM and web-based configuration.</p>

Close-up of Sundrax PowerGate Arma device installed in outdoor cabinet

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How It Works

<p><strong>PowerGate Arma</strong> – IP65-rated, rugged unit for outdoor use, ideal for public spaces. Supports up to 4 opto-isolated DMX outputs.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>PowerGate Solid</strong> – Compact indoor version for cabinets or protected environments. Also supports up to 4 isolated DMX ports.&nbsp;</p><p>Both devices are plug-and-play ready and easily configured via browser.</p><p style="margin-left:0.0px;"><strong>From a Sundrax Engineer:</strong></p><blockquote><p>We use DMX over power whenever there’s no room for signal cable. It saves infrastructure costs and makes it possible to modernize lighting in sensitive or constrained environments.</p></blockquote><p>Planning a project where signal wiring is difficult or prohibited? Let Sundrax help you implement DMX over power line technology – and simplify your control system without compromising on performance.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Sundrax Products with DMX Over Power

<p>In large-scale installations like architectural lighting, city infrastructure, or retrofits, running separate DMX signal lines is not always practical or cost-effective. That’s where <strong>DMX over power line</strong> technology offers a smart alternative – allowing you to transmit DMX512 control data using the same 110/220V power cables already in place.</p><p>This method is actively used by Sundrax in its <strong>PowerGate</strong> product line, delivering reliable, real-time control without extra cabling.</p>

DMX over power line transmitter connected to architectural lighting system

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<p>In large-scale installations like architectural lighting, city infrastructure, or retrofits, running separate DMX signal lines is not always practical or cost-effective. That’s where DMX over power line technology offers a smart alternative – allowing you to transmit DMX512 control data using the same 110/220V power cables already in place.</p><p>This method is actively used by Sundrax in its PowerGate product line, delivering reliable, real-time control without extra cabling.</p>

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DMX Connection Diagram

Waterproof HomePlug Powerline to DMX converter with up to four optically isolated DMX ports for outdoor installation

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<p>Revolutionize Your Lighting Setup with the PowerGate Arma – the Latest Waterproof HomePlug Powerline-to-DMX Converter</p><p>Equip your indoor or outdoor space with a device that not only speaks the language of lighting control but does so with relentless reliability and efficiency.</p><h3>Advanced Protocol Compatibility for Unmatched Versatility</h3><p>The PowerGate Arma is a testament to smart design, supporting a wide range of protocols such as PWRDMX, ArtNet (1, 2, 3, 4), sACN (Draft, Release), KiNet (v1, v2), and RDM (ANSI E1.20), along with the real-time transport protocol RTTrPL. This makes it flexible enough to adapt to any lighting network configuration, transmitting signals over power lines up to 400 meters and via Ethernet connections.</p><h3>Unbreakable Power and Connectivity</h3><p>Keep your system running smoothly with the device’s ability to draw power directly from a 110/220V AC power line. The built-in 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port allows additional devices to connect, creating a unified network of lighting and control equipment.</p><h3>Easy Setup with Modern Interfaces</h3><p>Customize the PowerGate Arma to your project’s specific needs using the intuitive web interface, the ArtGate configuration utility, any third-party software compatible with ArtNet, or the ARISTO software. Adjust settings and optimize performance without complex procedures.</p><h3>Built to Withstand the Elements</h3><p>Designed to meet the demands of both indoor and outdoor installations, the PowerGate Arma can be mounted on a variety of surfaces or fixtures. The duralumin housing, rated IP65, protects the hardware from dust and moisture, ensuring operation across a wide range of temperatures and environmental conditions.</p><p>Transform your lighting control systems with the robust features, flexibility, and durability of the PowerGate Arma — making it the cornerstone of your lighting network.&nbsp;</p>

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Professional Motion-Triggered Lighting Converter

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<p>All relevant industry-standard protocols such as Art-Net, sACN, KiNET, RTTrPL (Blacktrax), DMX512, <span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(93,93,93);">PWRDMX</span> and RDM are supported</p>

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A Rugged Powerline-to-DMX Converter Built for Any Environment

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PowerGate Arma

<p>Full setup procedure for Sundrax DMX via power line transceiver PowerGate Arma with our Sales Engineer Stephen Carter: connecting the devices, setting up IP address, using web interface configuration client, and uploading a new firmware.</p>

Setup and Configuration

Introduction into DMX via powerline:

<p>See how easy it is to use the device. Learn how to change ports, plug in, and more.</p>

PowerGate Arma Overview

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HomePlug Powerline to DMX converter with up to four optically isolated DMX ports for indoor installation Project Sundrax Entertainment

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<p>PowerGate Solid is a multifunctional converter for transmitting DMX signals (PWRDMX technology) over power lines.</p><p>PowerGate Solid supports communication based on PWRDMX, DMX512, RDM (ANSI E1.20), ArtNet (1, 2, 3, 4), sCAN (Draft, Release), KiNet (v1, v2), RTTrPL, and Ethernet in various signal reception/transmission combinations over power lines (up to 400 meters in length) and Ethernet network.</p><p>The unit is powered via 110/220 V AC power lines.</p><p>Additional Ethernet equipment connects through the integrated 10/100 Mbps port.</p><p>The hardware can be configured through the web interface, the ArtGate Setting utility, third-party software that supports the ArtNet protocol, or ARISTO software.</p><p>PowerGate Solid is designed to operate in temperatures above zero, whether in indoor or outdoor areas. The vandal-resistant duralumin housing with an IP44 rating can be mounted on a bracket or on a vertical or horizontal surface.</p>

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<p>All relevant industry-standard protocols such as Art-Net, sACN, KiNET, RTTrPL (Blacktrax), PWRDMX, DMX512 and RDM are supported</p>

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DMX Over Power Lines: Control Lighting Using Existing AC Wiring

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</div><p>In 2010, a client from Dubai approached our company with a request to reconstruct a large palace featuring an expansive marble floor crafted from highly valuable marble. During the design phase, standard white light fixtures were integrated into the floor. Upon completion, when the project was presented to the client, they revealed their preference for colored light fixtures controlled by a unified system. No control cables, apart from power lines, had been installed in the floor, and the cable channels were already sealed. Dismantling the extremely valuable marble floor was not a feasible option due to its high cost. Our company proposed developing a device capable of transmitting up to four DMX512 universes over a 250 V power line. The product was designed and delivered in an exceptionally short timeframe, successfully resolving the issue and satisfying the client.</p>

<p>The <strong>PowerGate</strong> device was engineered using an adapted version of <u>HomePlug 1.0 technology tailored for DMX512 transmission</u>. HomePlug is a Powerline Communication (PLC) technology that transmits data over existing electrical wiring. It was developed in the early 2000s under the HomePlug Powerline Alliance, established in 2000. The initial HomePlug 1.0 standard, released in 2001, supported data rates up to 14 Mbps. In 2005, HomePlug AV was introduced, offering speeds up to 200 Mbps for multimedia applications. In 2010, HomePlug AV2 emerged with <strong>speeds up to 1 Gbps</strong> and MIMO support. Although the alliance ceased operations in 2022, HomePlug devices remain in use.</p><p>HomePlug technology leverages standard electrical wiring (220/110 V) as a medium for digital data transmission, eliminating the need for additional control cables. When a HomePlug adapter is connected to the electrical network, it performs multiple functions. It receives a digital signal (e.g., from a router) and converts it into a high-frequency modulated signal compatible with the power grid. This modulation uses Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiplexing (OFDM), where data is divided into multiple narrow subcarrier frequencies transmitted in parallel. This method ensures reliable signal transmission despite electrical noise or electromagnetic interference.</p>

IP65-rated PowerGate Arma, built for outdoor DMX512 transmission in extreme temperatures

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<p style="margin-left:0.0px;">The modulated signal travels through the same electrical wires used for power delivery. Another HomePlug adapter, connected to a different outlet within the same network, receives and decodes the signal, extracting the original digital data for output. To ensure security, adapters employ end-to-end <strong>AES-128 encryption</strong>, <u>preventing data interception. Each adapter set is assigned a unique identifier.</u></p><p style="margin-left:0.0px;">The system’s performance depends on the quality of the electrical wiring. Interference from devices such as chargers or power supplies, or the use of different electrical phases in multi-phase systems, can disrupt signal transmission.</p><div class="raw-html-embed"><h3 id="referens2">
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</h3></div><p style="margin-left:0.0px;">HomePlug transforms any electrical outlet into a potential data source without requiring dedicated control cabling. In PowerGate devices, this technology is optimized for DMX512 transmission, where even minimal delays could desynchronize lighting fixtures. To prevent this, PowerGate incorporates an additional synchronization system.</p>

Illustration of HomePlug technology enabling DMX512 transmission over powerlines in PowerGate systems

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<p><strong>PowerGate devices comprise a DMX512 transceiver</strong>, a specialized PLC modem based on a modified HomePlug technology optimized for stage lighting, protective systems, and a power module.&nbsp;</p><p>PowerGate is available in two variants: <u>the Solid</u> series for indoor use and <u>the Arma</u> series for outdoor applications.&nbsp;</p><p>Both are offered in configurations supporting one or four DMX512 universes.</p><div class="raw-html-embed">The PowerGate Solid series</div><p>&nbsp;is designed for indoor environments but can <u>operate in sheltered</u> outdoor areas at temperatures from <strong>-5°C to 85°C (23°F to 185°F)</strong>. It is encased in a robust cast aluminum alloy housing with walls up to 3 mm thick, ensuring durability during operation. A <strong>specialized cooling system</strong> dissipates heat to the housing, which lacks ventilation openings to prevent dust and foreign object ingress, significantly enhancing reliability.&nbsp;</p><p>The device features a built-in power supply that <u>operates at voltages up to 305 V</u> and provides <strong>full galvanic isolation for all ports</strong>. This protects the device from damage if a phase voltage appears on DMX512 control lines and improves port compatibility with diverse equipment.</p><div class="raw-html-embed">The PowerGate Arma series</div><p>is built for year-round outdoor use without shelter, boasting an IP65 protection rating and operating in an industrial temperature range of <strong>-40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)</strong>, enabling global deployment. Power and control lines are connected via nickel-plated metal cable glands with an <strong>IP67 protection</strong> rating.</p>

PowerGate powering DMX512 lighting in an architectural monument where new cabling is impossible

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<p>PowerGate devices support flexible configurations, operating in a one-transmitter-to-one-receiver mode or a one-transmitter-to-up-to-256-receivers mode. Up to 256 such groups can be created, allowing for virtually limitless network setups.</p><div class="raw-html-embed"><h4><mark>Applications</mark></h4></div><p style="margin-left:0.0px;">PowerGate was developed as a critical solution for scenarios where radio-based DMX512 transmission is prohibited or impractical.</p>

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<div class="raw-html-embed"><mark style="font-weight: 700;">Architectural and Historical Sites:</mark></div><p>PowerGate is widely used in architectural monuments, temples, cathedrals, and embankments where power cables were installed decades ago, and adding control lines is no longer possible. It is also employed in new constructions where control cables were omitted during building. PowerGate is particularly popular for controlling in-ground lighting fixtures.</p><div class="raw-html-embed"><mark style="font-weight: 700;">Theatrical Applications:</mark></div><p>In historic theaters, PowerGate facilitates control signal transmission from dimmers to the auditorium. These venues often have extensive power lines tied to outdated dimmer-based lighting control systems, but laying new control cables is either impossible or highly labor-intensive.</p><div class="raw-html-embed"><mark style="font-weight: 700;">Radio Replacement:</mark></div><p>PowerGate serves as an alternative to radio-based solutions in environments where radio use is restricted. Large venues increasingly face radio spectrum congestion or employ jamming systems, particularly during events involving high-profile individuals. In countries where radio transmission is prohibited, PowerGate provides the only viable method for delivering control signals.</p>

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PowerGate Solid in a robust aluminum housing, designed for reliable DMX512 transmission over powerlines indoors

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<p>Explore PowerGate, transmitting DMX512 over 110/220V powerlines for architectural, theatrical, and radio-restricted lighting control.</p>

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<p>Heritage sites often impose strict limits on structural changes, prohibiting drilling or cabling that could harm historic stonework or interiors. The MONARQ Mini enables architects and lighting designers to craft sophisticated lighting systems while adhering to preservation regulations.</p><p>Reversible Installation Connects via a standard NEMA socket or discreet wired setup, requiring no drilling or trenching<br>Advanced Protocols Supports DMX512, RDM, and BeDMX wireless protocols for seamless integration with modern systems<br>Robust and Subtle IP66-rated housing ensures durability indoors or out (-40°C to +70°C), with a compact 84mm x 84mm x 48mm form factor for discreet placement<br>Remote Control GSM/GPRS/EDGE connectivity allows real-time management via the QULON platform<br>Programmable Scenes GPS/GLONASS synchronization enables precise, coordinated lighting for ceremonies or events</p><p>These features empower architects to design dynamic lighting that enhances sacred spaces while preserving their historical essence.</p>

The NORATEX team engages visitors at BEYOND EXPO 2025, showcasing MONARQ Mini’s wireless control for cathedral lighting designs

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For Architects: Creative Freedom, Heritage Respect

<div class="raw-html-embed"><iframe title="Wireless Lighting Solutions for Churches and Cathedrals" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=cm8ev-189ac0c-pb&amp;from=pb6admin&amp;share=1&amp;download=1&amp;rtl=1&amp;fonts=Arial&amp;skin=f6f6f6&amp;font-color=auto&amp;logo_link=episode_page&amp;btn-skin=1b1b1b" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p>Lighting sacred and historical spaces requires a delicate balance of beauty, functionality, and preservation. Sundrax’s MONARQ Mini, a compact wireless architectural controller, delivers a versatile, heritage-friendly solution designed for churches, cathedrals, and historic sites. Tailored for architects, church administrators, and lighting professionals, it enhances sacred environments without compromising their spiritual or architectural integrity.</p>

<p>Sundrax’s MONARQ Mini offers wireless, heritage-friendly lighting for churches. Non-invasive, DMX-controlled, perfect for sacred spaces.</p>

Wireless Lighting Solutions for Churches and Cathedrals

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History of Creation PowerGate – DMX 512 over powerline 110\220

Wireless Lighting Solutions for Churches and Cathedrals