Design Spot 575B™
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“Music Control” submenu select “Alone”
11.2 Master-Slave Operation (Auto Program or Music Control): This function allows
up to 16 fixtures to be linked together to provide a synchronized light show without
the use of a controller. Only use this when linking several Design Spot 575B
together for use without a controller. Any fixture can act as a “Master or a “Slave.”
• Using XLR DMX cables, daisy chain your fixtures together via the XLR
connectors. Remember the Male XLR connector is the input and the Female
XLR connector is the output. The first fixture in the chain (master) will use
the female XLR connector only - The last fixture in the chain will use the
male XLR connector only. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at
the last fixture.
• For the unit functioning as the “Master” unit follow the same procedures
listed in the previous Stand-Alone section.
• For the “Slave” units, access the “Set To Slave” settings in the “Function
Mode” menu and assign each slave fixture a designation (Slave 1, Slave 2,
Slave 3…etc).
11.3 Universal DMX Control: This function allows you to u se a universal DMX-512
controller such as the Elation® Show Designer 2™ or Elation® Show Designer 3™ to
control head movement, the color wheel, the shutter (strobe), and all other DMX traits. A
DMX controller allows you to create unique programs tailored to your individual needs.
The Design Spot 575B™ uses 15 DMX channels. See page 41 for detailed description
of the DMX traits. To control your fixture in DMX mode, follow the set-up procedures on
pages 17-19 as well as the set-up specifications that are included with your DMX
controller. Use the controller’s faders to control the various DMX fixture traits. This will
allow you to create your own programs.
• Follow the instruction on page 32 to set the DMX address.
• Be sure to use a terminator on the last fixture, especially for longer cable
runs (more than a 100 feet).
• For help operating in DMX mode consult the manual that was included with
your DMX controller.