PixelGate Board

PixelGate Board: Advanced SPI Controller for LED Strips with ArtNet and sACN Support

PCB Art-Net/sACN Digital Pixel Controller with built-in 2-ports ethernet switch

PixelGate Board is a high-tech LED controller for controlling thousands of addressable pixels and mapping, implemented in a caseless OEM board. It is ideal for hidden installation in technological niches, mounting wells, or third-party equipment housings. It is also suitable for white-label solutions. The device operates in a temperature range from 0 to +60 °C at humidity up to 95% and requires external protection. The board provides a full set of professional features and settings.

Interaction and Control

Silkscreen on the board ensures ease and accuracy of operation. Precise configuration of all parameters (including network, channels, and device settings), diagnostics, and firmware updates are performed through an intuitive web interface.

Number of Outputs and Pixels

PixelGate Board is equipped with 8 SPI outputs implemented through terminal blocks. It converts 16 DMX universes to SPI format, controlling up to 8192 pixels for single-color strips. When using RGB LEDs, the number of addressable pixels is 2730, and for RGBW—2048. LEDs can be configured individually or in groups.

Compatibility and Flexibility

PixelGate Board supports a wide range of LED strips (5-48 V)—over 20 chipsets in total. The selection of the necessary protocol is carried out through the web interface.

Connection and Integration

The built-in two-port Ethernet switch (10/100 Mbps) ensures reliable data transmission for cascade connection of controllers, excluding additional network equipment.

Frameless execution
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 8 independent groups of LEDs

Examples of Use
- Stage LED lighting – control of thousands of pixels
- Theater Scenography – integration within stage decorations
- Architectural Facade Lighting – hidden pixel controller
- Interactive Museum Installations – exhibits responding to sound and movement
- LED walls / LED screens – modular scalable video walls
- Smart Home Interior LED lighting control – automation of home lighting scenarios
- Artistic Light Sculptures – possible to place the board inside an art object
- Smart LED Advertising Boards – easy integration into any lightbox

DMX Connection Diagram

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

Performance optimised PCB boards ready for integration into your installations and equipment. Same functionality and advantages as classic Sundrax products, cheaper prices and bulk ordering available.

PixelGate Board

PCB Art-Net/sACN Digital Pixel Controller with built-in 2-ports ethernet switch

PixelGate Board: Advanced SPI Controller for LED Strips with ArtNet and sACN Support

Product Overview

A quick rundown of the PixelGate family by Sundrax, ArtNet to SPI LED pixel drivers for addressable LED pixel strips. PixelGates convert up to 16 DMX universes to control up to 2730 pixels. Sundrax devices are expandable via extra RJ-45 cable, it means that you can create a chain of pixel drivers to cover your large-scale LED strip installations.

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Overview and Setup

PixelGate helps to connect your LED pixel strips to your lighting software or console and synchronize the installation. It controls up to 2,730 LEDs through 8 LED outputs. In this short video we are overviewing the device and explain connection process.

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Introduction to PixelGates

Introduction to PixelGate family of devices. PixelGates are LED pixel strip SPI controllers that convert ArtNet/sACN directly into SPI to control up to 2,730 RGB pixels supporting up to 8 separate LED outputs. Devices are cascadable through integrated switch and second Ethernet port. IP65 or DIN rail enclosures available.

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Live discussion regarding

Live discussion regarding Sundrax's pixel drivers (PixelGates) and DALI-DMX-ArtNet converters (DALIGates) with Daniel and Harry: functionality overview, web interface features, application, advantages and comparison to similar devices.

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PixelGate by Sundrax Electronics

PixelGate Arma is an LED pixel strip controller by Sundrax Electronics for mapped projects at indoor and outdoor installations when you need to convert ArtNet (DMX over Ethernet) data to SPI protocol. Each device is equipped by 2 Ethernet ports and integrated splitter which allows chaining of 2 PixelGates to enlarge the number of controlled pixels.

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Mechanical: Housing: no
Dimensions, mm: 102 (L) x 14 (H) x 62 (W)
Weight: 0.35 kg
Installation: stage equipment, lamps, etc.
Power & Electrical: Power supply: 5-48 V
Max. current per output: 5 A
Max. input power: 500 W
Environment: Operating temperatures: 0 ... + 60 ° C
Storage temperatures: -50 ... + 70 ° C
Max. relative humidity: 95%
IP Rating: no
Certificates: CE compliant, RoHS
Warranty: 36 months
Control / Data Connections: Control interface: ArtNet I, II, III, IV / sACN
Channels: 8 SPI
Supported LED strips: WS2812B, WS2811,
APA102, LPD8806, WS2818, WS2812S, UCS1903B,
UCS1909, UCS1909B, UCS1912, UCS1912B, UCS2903,
UCS2903S, UCS2909, UCS2912, INK1002, INK1003,
LX1003, SM16703, WS2813, WS2813A, WS2813B,
WS2813C, WS2813D, TM1803, TM1804, TM1812,
TM1814, TM1829, WS2803, DM413, LPD8803, LPD6803,
LPD6813, LPD1101, UCS5903, UCS6909, UCS6912,
UCS7009, D705, D707, D708

Inputs / Outputs: Ethernet ports: 7 (10/100 Base-TX)
Ethernet connectors: RJ-45, KRONE 6089 1 102-02
Configuration / Indication: Configuration: web interface
Package Contents: PixelGate Board

PixelGate Board

PXB-1-2E8SPI

5060452246994

A robust cable designed for both data and lighting control networks, featuring secure Ethercon connectors.

Ethernet Cable 1.5 m

Ethernet cable, etherCON, 1,5 meter

A set of washers ensuring safe and insulated mounting of devices on different surfaces.

Insulated and safe mounting for Board series devices.

Surface mounting kit for Board series

LED drivers

LEDGate Wireless Compact

Ultra wireless compact 8/16 bit universal 12-24V DC with RDM functionality constant voltage DMX LED controller designed for use in theatrical scenery

PixelGate Arma

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

LEDGate Compact

Ultra compact 8/16 bit universal 12-24V DC with RDM functionality constant voltage DMX LED controller designed for use in theatrical scenery

LEDGate DIN

8/16 bit universal 12-24V DC with RDM functionality constant voltage DMX LED controller for DIN rail installation

PixelGate DIN

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

LEDGate Wireless Board

PCB wireless 8/16 bit universal 12-24V DC with RDM functionality constant voltage DMX LED controller designed for use in theatrical scenery

LEDGate Slave Compact

Expansion module for LEDGate Compact and LEDGate Wireless Compact

LEDGate Board

PCB 8/16 bit universal 12-24V DC with RDM functionality constant voltage DMX LED controller designed for use in theatrical scenery

LEDGate Slave Board

PCB expansion module for LEDGate Compact and LEDGate Wireless Compact

PixelGate Board: Advanced SPI Controller for LED Strips with ArtNet and sACN Support

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