CHAPTER 5
DMX Programming
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Chapter 5:
DMX Programming
Multiple DMX protocol options let you program SolaWash 19 LED fixtures as
a general wash light or with added pixel and pattern control. This chapter
describes DMX programming options and SolaWash 19 LED DMX
parameters.
DMX Programming Overview
A parameter is a fixture attribute that can be controlled to modify the light beam in terms of color,
beam quality and pattern, intensity, or focus (position). DMX programming assigns a DMX value
to each of the fixture’s parameters. A scene is one combination of parameter settings. Scenes are
the building blocks for show creation.
Full Speed verses MSpeed Control
Some parameters can be set to operate at full speed or MSpeed (motor speed). Full speed
operations are completed in the shortest length of time after the motor starts moving. With
MSpeed control, change occurs smoothly over the entire MSpeed time value selected. For
example, if you select an MSpeed time of 30 seconds, the motor will gradually change position
until it reaches its new destination at the end of 30 seconds. SolaWash 19 LED fixtures allow
optional MSpeed control for pan and tilt movement parameters.
16-bit Functionality
Several parameters use two channels to provide 16-bit control for very fine adjustment.
DMX Programming Options
Using a DMX controller, you can program an unlimited number of looks and retain direct control
over the SolaWash 19 LED fixture at all times. SolaWash 19 LED fixtures also allow Preset
programming through the fixture menu system, see Chapter 5: Preset Programming on page 47.
Programming with a DMX Console
Hog
®
4, Road Hog
®
4, HedgeHog 4, and Full Boar 4 lighting consoles; and Hog
®
4PC software are
available from High End Systems to control SolaWash 19 LED fixtures. For information on whether
your DMX controller supports SolaWash 19 LED fixtures, contact the controller’s vendor. For
information on operating your fixture with a controller (or control device such as DMX control
software), consult the documentation provided with the controller.
