DMX Basics
DMX512, short for Digital Multiplex 512, is the protocol which digitally managing up to 512 channels via a single data cable. A group of 512 channels is ref...
Wed, 16 Aug, 2023 at 4:37 AM
DMX cabling is the backbone of any professional lighting setup, serving as the lifeline that connects lighting fixtures, consoles, and controllers. This kno...
Wed, 16 Aug, 2023 at 6:19 AM
Follow these helpful rules while using DMX: Up to 32 devices may be connected in a single daisy chain, with a terminator on the last device. Using a DMX s...
Tue, 15 Aug, 2023 at 12:12 PM
A set of 512 channels of DMX512, as referred to as a Universe. This concept provides a structured framework for managing the vast array of control informati...
Tue, 15 Aug, 2023 at 12:10 PM
Addressing your DMX fixtures involves designating the location within the 512-channel universe where a specific DMX device resides. This location is commonl...
Tue, 15 Aug, 2023 at 12:10 PM
In the realm of DMX lighting control, the choice between 8-bit and 16-bit resolution plays a pivotal role in determining the level of precision, smoothness,...
Wed, 16 Aug, 2023 at 4:54 AM
DMX stands as a remarkable protocol for controlling lights, yet there are certain constraints to keep in mind due to its inherent characteristics. Elect...
Tue, 15 Aug, 2023 at 12:11 PM
In scenarios where your array of lights exceeds the capacity of a single daisy-chain configuration, yet you have yet to fully utilize your DMX universe, a v...
Wed, 16 Aug, 2023 at 5:02 AM
Follow the points within this article to work on one fixture at a time, starting with the first fault in the DMX chain and then working backwards away from ...
Tue, 15 Aug, 2023 at 12:09 PM
When the signal is lost on an ENTTEC DMX device the last value is held until either the signal returns or the device is power cycled. If the device sup...
Wed, 16 Aug, 2023 at 6:37 AM