RGBPlus Networks and Unit IDs

RGBPlus Sequence Network Layout and Default CPC Package Import Settings

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Importing Props in the Preview

Our CPC Package Props ("Coro, Pixel, Controller") are available for import in the S5/S6 Preview Editor. They will import with the default networks and Unit IDs outlined below.

Do I Need Every CPC Package for the Sequences to Work?

You don’t need every package in the default layout for an RGBPlus sequence to work. Just skip any props you don’t own when following the Cat5 path in our diagrams.

(For example, your Network 1 might only include 2 CTB16PCs and a 16x25 tree, even if our diagram shows more.)

Mini Director, N2-G4, or N4-G4?

If you’re using every CPC Package in the default layout, you’ll need an N4-G4 Director or 4 USB485 Adapters (one per network).

If you don’t have every prop, you can use fewer networks and fewer adapters or director ports. (Example: Network 4 only runs the 32x50 Pixel Tree and Star Topper. If you don’t have that prop, you won’t need Network 4.)

A Mini Director or single USB Adapter only supports the 16x25 and 16x50 pixel trees by default. Other CPC Package props require network modifications to work. If you plan to use a Mini Director or N2-G4, review our default layout and check which props are on which networks before purchasing.

RGBPlus vs Deluxe vs Traditional

All Layouts include effects for 4 Traditional controllers, 10W floods, and 50W floods.
The RGBPlus Layout additionally includes effects for all CPC Packages.
The Deluxe Layout only includes pixel effects for the CPC 16x25 tree, CPC 16x50 tree, and Singing Faces set to V1 legacy mode.
The Traditional Layout does not include any CPC Package effects

Click here for a printable version of all Unit IDs/Networks for CPC Package use with RGBPlus sequences.

Software Requirements

The minimum software level required for RGBPlus Sequences is version S5.6.0 Pro or S6.2.0 Pro, depending on the effects used. Each sequence's purchase page will list what version is required.

If you purchase an SD card playlist and do NOT plan on making any changes to the effects or the playback order of the songs, you do not need to purchase a software license. The card is ready to use with your Showtime Director.

Pixielink Layout

When using all or nearly all CPC Packages available, a Pixielink may improve playback quality. This device is requires a computer based show and is designed for intermediate to advanced users. Learn more here.

Default Network Layout

Regular Network (Net 1) = AC + Dumb RGB + Smart RGB

{68 AC Channels, 32 Dumb Pixels, 32 Dumb Singing Face "Pixels," 1300 Smart Pixels Total Equivalent To "1386 Smart Pixels"}

Four 16 channel AC units
4 channels of strobes (AC)
8 10-Watt Floods
8 50-Watt Floods
Four Singing Faces (Trees or Pumpkins)
Pixel Tree (16x25=400)
18" Star Tree Topper (1x50)
Pixel Tree (16x50=800)
32" Star Topper (1x50) for trees with strands ending at the TOP

Aux A (Net 2) = Smart RGB

{1984 Smart Pixels}

Mini Trees with Stars (8x100) - Christmas Layout Only
Snowflakes (4x48) - Christmas Layout Only
Spinners( (4x100) - Christmas Layout Only
Candy Canes (4x48) - Christmas Layout Only
Mini Arches (8x25)
Pixel Stakes (40x5)
RIP Tombstones (8x100) - Halloween Layout Only
Bats (4x50) - Halloween Layout Only
Spiders (4x100) - Halloween Layout Only
Ghosts (4x100) - Halloween Layout Only

Aux B (Net 3) = Smart RGB

{1600 Smart Pixels}

Roofline Segments (4x100)
Frames (4x100)
Matrix (20x40=800) {Following 8 Unit IDs left open for customized Matrix expansion}

Aux C (Net 4) = Smart RGB

{1650 Smart Pixels}

Pixel Tree (32x50 folded = 1600)
32" Star Topper (1x50) {Separate Pixie2 Controller REQUIRED}

RGBPlus Sequences - Networking Overview

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RGBPlus Layout - How To Assign A Sequence to Your Preview

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RGBPlus Layout - How To Reconfigure Default Networks

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Recommended Maximum Smart Pixels Per Network = 3000.

This includes unused props accidently remaining on a network during reconfiguration.

DIP Switch Settings (Base Unit IDs for CPC Packages)

	Base (Starting) Unit ID for Pixie Controller	Network (Computer/Director)	DIP Switch Settings Image
16x25 Smart RGB Mega Tree	40	Regular / Net 1
16x50 Smart RGB Mega Tree	70	Regular / Net 1
32x50 Smart RGB Mega Tree	70	Aux C / Net 4
Star Topper for 16x25 RGB Tree	47 (circuits 151-300)	Regular / Net 1	(Connects to 16x25 Tree's controller)
Star Topper for 16x50 RGB Tree	7F (circuits 151-300)	Regular / Net 1	(Connects to 16x50 Tree's controller)
Star Topper for 32x50 RGB Tree	80	Aux C / Net 4
20x40 Smart RGB Matrix	90	Aux B / Net 3
4 Smart RGB Roofline Segments	82	Aux B / Net 3
4 Smart RGB Window Frames	86	Aux B / Net 3
4 Smart RGB Snowflakes OR 4 Smart RGB Bats	19	Aux A / Net 2
4 Smart RGB Spinners OR 4 Smart RGB Spiders	1D	Aux A / Net 2
4 Smart RGB Candy Canes OR 4 Smart RGB Ghosts	21	Aux A / Net 2
40 Smart RGB Pixel Stakes	15	Aux A / Net 2
8 Smart RGB Mini Arches	11	Aux A / Net 2
8 Smart RGB Mini Trees OR 8 Smart RGB Tombstones	09	Aux A / Net 2
MegaPack - RGB Mini Trees, Arches, and Pixel Stakes OR MegaPack - RGB Mini Tombstones, Arches, and Pixel Stakes	09	Aux A / Net 2
MegaPack - RGB Snowflakes and Spinners OR MegaPack - RGB Bats and Spiders	19	Aux A / Net 2

Default Networks & Unit IDs Per Prop

Unit ID	Regular (Net1):	Aux A (Net 2):	Aux B (Net 3):	Aux C (Net 4):
01
02
03
04
05
06	Strobes: Channels 1-4
07
08	10 Watt
Unit ID	Regular (Net1):	Aux A (Net 2):	Aux B (Net 3):	Aux C (Net 4):
09
0A
0B
0C
0D
0E
0F
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
1A
1B
1C
1D
1E
1F
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
Unit ID	Regular (Net1):	Aux A (Net 2):	Aux B (Net 3):	Aux C (Net 4):
28-2F (8 IDs)	(50 Watt. One flood per ID)
30-31
32-33
34-35
36-37
38
39
40-47 (8 IDs)	16x25 Pixel Tree
47 (circuits 151-300)
48
49
4A-4F (6 IDs)
50-5F (16 IDs)
60-6F (16 IDs)
Unit ID	Regular (Net1):	Aux A (Net 2):	Aux B (Net 3):	Aux C (Net 4):
70-7F (16 IDs)	(16x50)			(32x50 - 16 strands folded)
7F (circuits 150-300)	(Connected to tree strand 16)
80				(Separate controller from tree)
81 (In use by #80 Pixie2)
Unit ID	Regular (Net1):	Aux A (Net 2):	Aux B (Net 3):	Aux C (Net 4):
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90-97 (8 IDs)			(20x40 - 800 Pixels)
98-9F (8 IDs)			Open for matrix expansion