
©Elation Professional®                             25                            impression™ 
9.  OPERATION process that test all  the fixture’s functions. When the  reset process concludes the LCD  will 
display the fixture’s current DMX. If the fixture is not receiving a DMX signal,  the display will 
flash continuously. To set or adjust a DMX address, please follow the procedure below: 
1.  While  the  current  three-digit  address  is  flashing  use  the “UP”  and  “DOWN” 
buttons to select a new address. Once the new address has  been selected, lock 
the new address into the fixture’s memory by pressing the “ENTER” button. 
The DMX address is non-volatile and will remain in the fixture’s memory even when the 
power to the unit is switched off. Memory is backed-up and retain by an internal power 
source that should last about five years 
Universal DMX  Control: This function allows  you to use 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 Impression™ 
uses 14 DMX channels. See page 25 for detailed  description of the DMX traits. To control 
your  fixture in  DMX  mode,  follow  the set-up  procedures  below  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. 
1. Follow the instruction on page above to set the DMX address.   
2. Be sure to use a terminator on the last fixture, especially for longer cable runs (more 
than a 100 feet). 
3. For  help  operating  in  DMX  mode  consult  the manual  included  with  your  DMX 
controller.