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Configuring the device for DMX control
About DMX
The P-5 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 P-5 must have a
DMX start address set. For example, if a P-5 has a DMX address of 10 and it is in 3-channel DMX mode, then 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, then they will mimic each other’s behavior. Incorrect settings will result in un-
predictable responses to the lighting controller.
Setting the DMX address
The DMX address can be seen on the OLED display. To change the
address setting, press the up and down arrows. When the desired
address is displayed, press ‘Enter’ to save the setting. For your
convenience, the suggested DMX address of the next device is
displayed to the right. Note that channel spacing is determined by the
DMX mode.
See the “DMX protocols” on page 32 for specific DMX control values.
SET DMX ADR
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NEXT FIX
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