[Sidus Link Pro] Sidus Four

Overview

Sidus Four is Aputure's multi-universe wireless DMX transmitter. It is the hardware behind MAX-plan control: four universes of DMX, four CRMX outputs, and Art-Net / sACN input from a console or playback system. Sidus Four lets Sidus Link Pro drive stage-scale rigs from a single iPad.

If you have a single-universe rig, use Sidus One instead. For a side-by-side, see Sidus One vs. Sidus Four.

What's in the Box

Sidus Four transmitter
AC power cable (locking IEC)
3/8" to Baby Pin Adapter
4 x Male to Male 5-pin DMX Adapter
Quick-start guide

Hardware

4 x 5-pin DMX out - One wired DMX output per universe.
4 x CRMX TX - Four independent wireless DMX outputs for CRMX-capable fixtures.
Art-Net / sACN in via Ethernet - Input console or playback data and rebroadcast wirelessly.
Wi-Fi - Connects to your iPad over the same AP / STA modes as Sidus One.
Display + encoder - On-device status, network mode and universe routing.
Locking AC inlet - Studio and venue power.

Network Modes

Sidus Four supports the same two iPad-link modes as Sidus One:

AP Mode - Sidus Four broadcasts its own Wi-Fi network. Quick setup, no router needed.
STA Mode - Sidus Four joins an existing studio or venue Wi-Fi network.

Wired Ethernet

Sidus Four is also visible and controllable from Sidus Link Pro over a wired Ethernet connection, not just Wi-Fi. Connect Sidus Four to your router or network switch, then put your iPad or Mac on the same network.

For larger venues with house Wi-Fi or Ethernet backbones, STA mode is the way. See Network Requirements and Wi-Fi Setup.

Capabilities

4 DMX universes (2,048 addresses)
4 wired DMX outputs / inputs
4 wireless CRMX TX
Art-Net / sACN in - Bridge a lighting console wirelessly
Bluetooth Master Node - Extends a Sidus BT mesh
Pro plan - 1 universe of the 4 active
MAX plan - All 4 universes active

The number of active universes is gated by your Sidus Link Pro plan, not the hardware. A Sidus Four on the Pro plan still outputs 1 universe; upgrade to MAX to unlock all four.

Configuring Sidus Four from Sidus Link Pro

Sidus Link Pro talks to Sidus Four in both directions, so you can monitor and configure it remotely without touching the front panel. Open Connection Management (the connection icons in the top bar), go to Network Transceivers, and select your Sidus Four.

Universe Settings - Set each of the four wireless outputs to Universes 1, 2, 3 or 4.
Output Power - Set the transmission strength per output: 3mW, 13mW, 40mW or 100mW. Lower power conserves energy, reduces range and reduces RF clutter. Higher power extends range.
Wi-Fi Channel - Manually choose a Wi-Fi channel to reduce interference from other devices in RF-heavy environments.
2.4 GHz Channel Blocking - Block up to 10 frequencies in the 2.4 GHz band so that CRMX avoids wireless follow-focus systems, production Wi-Fi and personal hotspots.
Wired Port Toggles - Turn each wired DMX port on or off.
Rename the CRMX Chip - Rename the TimoTwo CRMX chip so it is easy to identify in CRMX tools.
Real-Time Port Status - See the live status of each port.

Power Loss Alert

If Sidus Four loses AC power and switches to its backup battery, Sidus Link Pro shows a full-screen alert so you are never caught off guard mid-show.

When to Use Sidus Four

Stage, concert or live event rigs that exceed 512 addresses.
Studio installs where you want a permanent transmitter.
You need to bridge a lighting console wirelessly via Art-Net or sACN.
You need to send multiple universes of CRMX wirelessly.

Setting Up Sidus Four

Place Sidus Four near your fixtures.
Plug in AC power.
Pick a network mode on the front panel (AP or STA).
Connect your iPad to the Sidus Four Wi-Fi.
Patch your fixtures across the active universes. See Getting Started with DMX Control.

Firmware

Sidus Four firmware updates are pushed through Sidus Link Pro. With Sidus Four connected, the app prompts you when an update is available. See Updating Fixture Firmware.

Need Help?

See Getting Help & Support for the fastest way to reach the Aputure team.