Chauvet LEDrain 38c Operating Instructions, Configuring the Starting Address, DMX Operation

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4.OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Configuring the Starting Address

Each fixture requires a starting address from 1~512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the starting address. For example, a fixture that uses seven DMX channels and is addressed to start on DMX channel 100, will read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105 and 106. Choose the starting addresses for each fixture so that the channels used do not overlap. In addition, you should note the starting address selected for future reference.

The LEDrain™ 38C fixture uses seven or three DMX channels. If this is your first time using DMX, we

recommend reading the “DMX Primer” section in the “Appendix”.

DMX Operation

This is the operating mode which will allow for control with an external DMX controller. You must set the starting address for this mode. If this is your first time using DMX, then it is recommended that you refer to the “DMX Primer” section in the “Appendix” of this manual.

Mode

DIP switches

DMX

1~9 = set to the DMX starting address

 

10 = Off

Accessing the 2 Personalities

There are two personalities for this fixture. There is the standard 7-channel personality with strobe and color macros, and then there is the basic 3-channel RGB personality. Please see the DIP switch settings to access each of these personalities below.

Mode

DIP switches

7-CH

11-12 = Off

3-CH

11 = On

5. Appendix

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Contents Snapshot Table of Contents What is included Before YOU BeginUnpacking Instructions Manual ConventionsSafety Instructions Product Overview FeaturesIntroduction Setup AC PowerMounting OrientationConfiguring the Starting Address Accessing the 2 PersonalitiesOperating Instructions DMX OperationMaster/Slave Mode Sound-Active, Auto Mode, Static Colors Strobe SpeedStandalone Operation AutomaticCH Mode DMX Channel ValuesDMX Primer General MaintenanceAppendix Data Cabling Fixture LinkingPin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart Setting up a DMX Serial Data LinkContact Us Setting the Starting AddressGeneral Troubleshooting Returns Procedure ClaimsTechnical Specifications Power