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DMX Start address
The G-7 BeaSt can be operated in different DMX modes. For any of the modes, the first channel used to receive data from a DMX
control device is known as the DMX start address.
For independent control, each G-7 BeaSt must be assigned its own DMX start address. For example, if the first G-7 BeaSt is set to
22ch DMX mode with a start DMX address of 10, the following G-7 BeaSt in the DMX chain should then be set to a DMX address
of 32. As the first fixture uses all the first 22 DMX channels, including channel 10 and 31, the next available channel is 32. See
formula below:
If two or more G-7 BeaSts have the same DMX start address, they will behave identically. Incorrect settings will result in unpredictable
responses from the lighting controller. Address sharing can be useful for diagnostic purposes and symmetrical control.
Setting the DMX address
The DMX address is shown in the display of the control 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. Note that channel spacing is determined by number of channels of the DMX mode.
See
"Configuring the device" on page 8
for instructions on using the display panel.
The G-7 BeaSt also offers the option to set the DMX address through RDM.
DMX modes
All DMX charts are available at
under the respective product, or upon request via [email protected]
.
G-7 BeaSt Connection diagram
Max. 32 units/DMX line
1
2
xx <=32 Fixtures
100 - 240V AC
50-60 Hz
640 W
100 - 240V AC
50-60 Hz
640 W
DMX Termination
on last fixture’s DMX OUT
DATA
GND
DATA -
DATA +
120 Ohm +/- 5%
Daisy chain power supply
(optional)
Individual power supply
5 PIN XLR / DMX Cable
Figure 10: Connecting DMX in G-7 BeaSt
Start a Channels used = Next free DMX channel
