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MA Lighting dot2 core troubleshooting
The MA Lighting dot2 core problems live-event techs bring to Ask Roadie most (also called 120211, dot2core, MA dot2 core). Pick your symptom, or describe your own in plain words, and get the likeliest fix first, with the manual page when there is one.
Common dot2 core errors & problems
What techs run into most, and what's usually behind it. The step-by-step fix for your exact unit is in Ask Roadie.
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Art-Net / sACN from dot2 core not reaching nodes
Likely cause: Typical IP/universe mismatches cause silent no-output on network DMX.
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dot2 core 4,096 channels but only 4 DMX ports — how to get more universes
Likely cause: Local ports cover 2,048 channels; the rest must go over the network.
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dot2 core desk lamp not working / which desk light fits
Likely cause: 4-pin lamp connector; 3-pin lamps are wired differently.
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dot2 core specs / connectors / power
Likely cause: Manufacturer technical specifications.
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dot2 core won't boot / stuck / need factory reset or reinstall
Likely cause: Reinstalls the full OS/software image from a bootable stick, bypassing a corrupted install.
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how to update dot2 core software from USB stick
Likely cause: Manufacturer update procedure; multiple update files on the stick confuse the updater.
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what is the latest dot2 software version / is dot2 core still supported
Likely cause: Current version from manufacturer download page.
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