PixelGate Arma

Weatherproof Digital Pixel & addressable led strip Controller

Waterproof Art-Net/sACN Digital Pixel Controller with built-in 2-ports ethernet switch for outdoor installation

PixelGate Arma is an ultra-durable controller for pixel LED lighting. It is ideal for outdoor installations, architectural lighting, and stages where exceptional reliability and protection from environmental conditions are required. The device is ready for wall mounting, operates in a temperature range from -40 to +70 °C, and is protected to the IP65 standard from dust and water jets. The sealed duralumin housing weighing 0.85 kg ensures operation even at 100% humidity.

Interaction and Control

Inside the housing is a connection diagram. Parameter settings (network, channels, device settings), diagnostics, and firmware updates are performed through an intuitive web interface. There is an LED indicator for quick status control.

Number of Outputs and Pixels

PixelGate Arma is equipped with 7 sealed cable entries and 8 ports. It converts 16 DMX universes to SPI format, controlling up to 8192 pixels through 8 outputs. For RGB/RGBW LEDs, the number of addressable pixels is 2730 and 2048, respectively. You can configure LEDs individually or in groups.

Compatibility and Flexibility

The controller supports a wide range of RGB pixels, addressable LEDs, and LED strips (5–48V) with 2- and 3-wire protocols. The device allows you to choose the appropriate protocol. It is compatible with popular chipsets, such as:

  • Single-wire drivers: WS2811, WS2812B, WS2818, TM1809, UCS1903, UCS1903B, UCS1909, UCS1909B, UCS1912, UCS1912B, UCS2903, UCS mentality2903S, UCS2909, UCS2912, INK1002, INK1003, LX1003, and similar
  • Two-wire drivers: WS2801, WS2803, DM413, APA102, LPD8803, LPD8806, and similar

Connection and Integration

PixelGate Arma is equipped with two Ethernet ports: one for connection to a computer or control panel, and the second for serial connection to another PixelGate. This eliminates the need for additional network cables, simplifying the creation of distributed systems.

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    UltraStart

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    Highest Ingress Protection

    Tested for outdoor use: IP65 class, protected from total dust ingress and low pressure water jets from any direction

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    Natural Heat Convection

    Natural Heat Convection

    No fans, no coolers, no vent slots - full protection from dust

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    User-Friendly Web Interface

    User-Friendly Web Interface

    A simple web interface that works exactly as the user expects it to

  • Dust and water resistant metal case with protection IP65
    Support for ArtNet (1,2,3,4), sACN (Draft, Release) protocols
    Supports two Ethernet ports
    Supports one and two wire SPI interface
    Wide voltage range support 5V to 48V
    Support for a large number of different address
    LEDs and addressable LED drivers Intuitive web interface
    SPI control and 8 independent groups of LEDs
    Free cooling function without use of fans and holes in the case

    List of Uses for PixelGate Arma Series Devices

    • Architectural lighting of historical building facades
    • Landscape installations and park compositions
    • Lighting of ponds, rivers, lakes, and bridges
    • RGB Christmas lights
    • LED video walls and LED screen panels
    • Street art objects
    • Smart city systems
DMX Connection Diagram
Wiring diagram showing Art-Net to SPI LED connections for PixelGate Arma

Enterprise Ethernet DMX Converter
Enterprise Streaming ACN Converter

All relevant industry-standard protocols such as Art-Net and sACN are supported

Arma series are carefully crafted “offtrack” devices excellent for any outdoor installations under any weather conditions

IP65-rated metal enclosure of PixelGate Arma with sealed cable glands for outdoor LED control
PixelGate Arma
Waterproof Art-Net/sACN Digital Pixel Controller with built-in 2-ports ethernet switch for outdoor installation
Weatherproof Digital Pixel & addressable led strip Controller
Mechanical

Housing: dust and moisture resistant
Material: metal
Dimensions, mm: 129 (L) x 56 (H) x 118 (W)
Weight: 0.85 kg
Installation: flat surface, clamp

Power & Electrical

Power supply: 5-48 V

Environment

Operating temperatures: -40 ... + 70 ° C
Storage temperatures: -50 ... + 80 ° C
Max. relative humidity: 100%
IP Rating: IP 65
Certificates: CE compliant, RoHS
Warranty: 36 months

Control/Data Connections

Supported protocols: ArtNet I, II, III, IV / sACN
ArtNet I, II, III, IV, sACN draft, release, KiNet v1, v2
RTTrPL PWR DMX
Channels: 8 SPI

Inputs/Outputs

Ethernet port: 2 (10/100 Base-TX)
Ethernet connectors: KRONE 6048 1 090-00
Output control: up to 8, TTL 3 / 5V

Configuration/Indication

Configuration: web interface

Package Contents

PixelGate Arma
Terminal Blocks

  • PixelGate Arma, plastic input
  • PixelGate Arma, metal input
  • PXA-P-2E8SPI
  • PXA-M-2E8SPI
  • 5060452246864
  • 5060452246871

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