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3.1 How to install the USB-DMX 512
OVERVIEW
The USB standard defines a new type of serial-communication as well as a new type of connector.
This standard was introduced in 1997 and has been spreading ever since 2001.
It offers many advantages in comparison with former standards. For instance, it allows devices to be
directly powered via the USB port as well the simultaneous use of several devices at once. Plug and
play is also made possible.
The USB-DMX interface is a world's first innovation. It thoroughly respects the USB protocol
specification and DMX512 for output. It is directly powered via the USB port and controls all 512
potential channels of a DMX line. If the 512 channels are not sufficient, the software can run up to
10 USB interfaces simultaneously, i.e. 5,120 channels altogether.
If simultaneous use of several interfaces is made, a USB hub is a necessary and normally
obtainable from any distributor.