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8. Configuring the fixture for DMX control
About DMX
The fixture can be controlled using signals sent by a DMX controller on a
number of channels (which varies depending on the DMX mode that has been
set).
The first channel used to receive data from a DMX control device is known as
the DMX start address. Each fixture must have a DMX start address set. For
example, if a fixture has a DMX address of 10 and it is in 4-channel DMX mode,
then it uses channels 10, 11,12 and 13. The following fixture in the DMX chain
could then be set to a DMX address of 14. If two or more DMX fixtures of the
same type have the same DMX address, then they will mimic each other’s
behaviour. Incorrect settings will result in unpredictable responses to the
lighting controller.
Setting the DMX address
The DMX address can be seen on the main screen. To change the address
setting, press the up arrow to increase the address, or the down arrow to
decrease the setting. When the desired address is displayed, press Enter to
save the setting.
Note that channel spacing is determined by the DMX mode.
See the “DMX protocols” on page 11 for specific DMX control values.
Setting the DMX mode
Using the “DMX Channel Mode” menu available from the control panel, specify
the DMX mode that provides the fixture controls that you require, confirm
chosen mode by pressing ‘Enter’.