Master/Slave Mode Master Sound, Master Auto, Reset

Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto):

This mode will allow you to link up to 32 units together without a controller.

1)Use standard DMX cables to daisy chain your units together via the DMX connector on the rear of the units. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last fixture. For more information about terminators, see page 8.

2)Choose a unit to function as the master. Press <MODE/ESC> until ,

, or is displayed on the master unit.

3)Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to scroll through until the desired mode is displayed and

press the <ENTER> button. is auto mode; is sound-active.

4) will be displayed when auto mode is selected; will be displayed when sound-active mode is selected.

4)Press <MODE/ESC> until , , or is displayed on

the slave units. Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to scroll through until is displayed and press the <ENTER> button.

5) will be displayed when slave mode is selected.

DMX Mode

This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are unfamiliar with DMX, please read the DMX Primer on page 15.

1)Press <MODE/ESC> until is displayed.

2)Use the <UP> and <DOWN> buttons to select the desired address and press the <ENTER> button.

DMX Channel Values

CHANNEL	VALUE	FUNCTION
1	000 Ù 255	Pan: 128 = halfway point

2	000 Ù 255	Pan Fine

3	000 Ù 255	Tilt: 128 = halfway point

4	000 Ù 255	Tilt Fine

5	000 Ù 255	Vector Speed: (Normal > Slow)
		Lamp On/Off & Strobe
	000 Ù 007	Blackout
6	008 Ù 023	Open
	024 Ù 238	Strobe: Slow > Fast
	239 Ù 255	Open
7	000 Ù 255	Dimmer (100 – 0%)
		Reset
8	000 Ù 250	No Function
	251 Ù 255	Reset (after 10 seconds)

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DMX512 specifications

Chauvet DMX512 is a widely used standard in the lighting industry, particularly in theatrical productions, concerts, and events. This protocol facilitates communication between lighting consoles and various lighting fixtures, streamlining the control of lights in a synchronized manner. Understanding its core features, technologies, and characteristics can significantly enhance the capabilities of any lighting designer or technician.

One of the main features of DMX512 is its ability to control multiple devices from a single controller. This is achieved by using a daisy-chaining method where up to 512 channels can be managed over a single network. Each channel can control various parameters of a lighting fixture, such as intensity, color, and movement. The flexibility of DMX512 allows lighting designers to create intricate shows with seamless transitions and effects.

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Additionally, DMX512 employs a 3-pin or 5-pin XLR connector, commonly found in both commercial and professional lighting systems. This standardization allows for ease of setup and compatibility with various equipment, enhancing the versatility of different lighting rigs.

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