DMX-1655 Manual Version 1.11
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DMX-512 addressing
This mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start address" from 1 to 511. A fixture
requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel indicated by the start address. For example, a
fixture that occupies or uses 6 channels of DMX and was addressed to start on DMX channel 100, would read data from channels:
100, 101, 102, 103, 104, and 105. Choose start addresses so that the channels used do not overlap and notate the start address selected
for future reference. The Legend 250RX operates using 16 channels of DMX control.
If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX-512 control protocol than I suggest jumping to the Appendix Section and
read the heading “DMX Primer”. It contains very useful information that will help you understand its use.
Upon pow ering up the unit, you will notice that it w ill display “AE16”. In addition, the fixtures electronics w ill load up its
programming and home (adjust) its motors to a starting position. The sequence of events should take no more than 20 seconds and it
is necessary for the fixture to operate correctly. During this time you w ill hear motor and mechanical movement inside the fixture.
After this initial power-up sequence, if the fixture receives no DMX signal, it w ill enter into a stand alone mode. Be sure to power up
your DMX controller device before the lighting fixture to avoid unwanted auto mode operation.
1.
Press the
MENU
button until the display reads-
.
2.
Press the
ENTER
button to select DMX addressing. The selection is confirmed
when
begins to blink. You must make a selection within 8 seconds.
3.
Press the
UP
and
DOWN
buttons to increase or decrease values until the desired
value is achieved.
4.
Press the
ENTER
button to activate selection.
Example Diagram: First 4 fixtures assigned.
NOTE
! It is not necessary to turn the unit off when changing the DMX address.
Stand alone (master/slave) operation
By linking the units under a master/slave control mode, the first unit can direct additional units to create a sound activated,
synchronized light show. This is very useful for mobile DJs who want to setup and run a show quickly.
In this mode the fixture is assigned a master status and is indicated by the
MASTER
LED.
If the fixture is not connected to a controller then it w ill automatically enter a sound
activated state. You can adjust the mic sensitivity pod on the fixture for optimum sound
recognition.
1.
Press the
MENU
button until the display reads-
.
2.
Press the
ENTER
button to select Show Mode. The selection is confirmed when
begins to blink. You must make a selection w ithin 8 seconds.
3.
Press the
UP
and
DOWN
buttons to toggle betw een the 2 pre-programmed show
modes in the fixture. Show 1 -
and Show 2 -
4.
Press the
ENTER
button to activate selection.
Typical use for Show 1 w ould be when fixture is placed on the
floor
. The tilt w ill move up
to an angle of 210°.
Typical use for Show 2 w ould be when fixture is hung from the
ceiling
or flow n on a truss
.
The tilt w ill move up to an angle of 90°.
