DMX Mode Operation
To operate the fixture in DMX mode, turn the fixture ON by pushing the power/breaker switch to the ON position.
Connect the fixture to a DMX control device such as a lighting control board or lighting control software. Set the
Control Source menu selection to “DMX”. If the fixture is receiving valid DMX data, you will see three dots
flashing in lower the right hand corner of the display. Next from the DMX Address menu selection set the
starting DMX address you want to use (1-510). The DMX starting address selected will be the Effects channel.
The following two addresses in numerical order are 8 bit and 16-bit dimming control.
Effects Channel Settings:
Data Value
Function
Description
0-9
No Effects
All LED's static at the brightness set on the dimmer channels
10-69
Strobe
Adjustable Strobe of all LED's at the output set on the dimmer channels
70-129
Flash
Adjustable Flash of all LED's at the output set on the dimmer channels
130-189
Pulse
Adjustable Pulse of all LED's at the output set on the dimmer channels
190-255
Random
Adjustable Random Strobe of all LED's at the output set on the dimmer channels
RDM:
Remote Device Management is a protocol enhancement to DMX512 that allows bidirectional communication
between a system controller and attached RDM-compliant devices over a standard DMX line. This allows for
remote configuration, status monitoring, and management of the connected RDM devices. VioStorm fixtures are
compliant with RDM protocol and are capable of displaying, setting and or monitoring the following parameters:
DMX Address
Monitor and remotely set DMX starting address.
Temperature
Monitor current LED module temperature with over temperature warning at 55C
Fan RPM
Monitor current RPM for fans A & B with fan failure warnings at 0 RPM
Device ID
Display fixtures device ID
In both DMX and Local mode if no buttons are pressed for 60 seconds the display will go dark. To reactivate the
display, press any button.
The lamp timer function records the total number of hours the fixture has been on. To reset this, select the Lamp
Timer menu selection and then press the UP or DOWN button for 10 seconds.
VioStorm fixtures are equipped with automatic high temperature protection circuitry that shuts the LED’s off if
the temperature exceeds 70° C. Once it cools to 65° C the LED’s will turn back on.
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