SGM 80031501, Manual

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Configuring the fixture for DMX control
About DMX
The P-1 can be controlled using signals sent by a DMX controller on a number of channels (USITT DMX512-A).
The P-1 operates in various DMX modes. See “DMX modes overview” on page
37 for details.
The first channel used to receive data from a DMX control device is known as the DMX start address. Each P-1 must have a
DMX start address set. For example, if a fixture has a DMX address of 10 and it is in 3-channel DMX mode, it uses
channels 10, 11, and 12. The following device in the DMX chain could then be set to a DMX address of 13. If two or more
DMX devices of the same type have the same DMX address, they will mimic each other’s behaviour. Incorrect settings
will result in unpredictable responses to the lighting controller.
DMX start address
The DMX address is the first channel used to receive instructions from the controller, known as the DMX start address.
For independent control, each fixture must be assigned its own address. If two fixtures is given the same address, they will
behave identically. Address sharing can be useful for diagnostic purposes and symmetrical control.
Set/edit DMX address
The DMX address is shown in the OLED display on the display panel. To change the address setting, press the up and down
arrows. When the desired address is displayed, press ‘OK’ to save the setting. For your convenience, the next available DMX
address is displayed to the right.
The P-1 also offers the option to set the DMX address through RDM. See “RDM” on page 28.
See “Display panel operations” on page 21 for instructions on using the display panel.