Clarity
LX300
Operator Manual
Page 31
5.2.1
Power Input and Mains Switch
An IEC mains input socket and mains switch connects to the LX300 universal power supply that
operates on input voltages between 100 volts and 240 volts, 50-60 Hertz AC. The maximum
power consumption is 450 watts.
5.2.2
DMX Outputs
Four DMX universes (A, B, C and D) are available. To use these outputs they must be
connected in the Patch window to the internal universes within Clarity. The LED below each
DMX connector lights when it is connected. See section 11 for details.
5.2.3
Ethernet
Two identical Ethernet connectors provide DMX output via ArtNet. ArtNet is a protocol that is
transmitted over Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) or WAN (Wide Area Network) and supports
up to 255 DMX Universes on a single cable. If an internal DMX universe is connected to ARTNet
(in the Patch window) then it appears on both Ethernet connectors. See section 11.13 for
details.
Hint: When using ArtNet, you can connect both Ethernets and use them as main and back up
into two independent (dual redundant) networks. The two networks can be connected into an
LSC Nexus (ArtNet to DMX converter) which can accept both networks and will automatically
change over in the event of a loss of a network.
The Ethernet connectors can also be used to connect the LX300 to a network or wireless access
point for remote control. See section 31 for details.
5.2.4
DVI Video Out
An external monitor with a
minimum
resolution of
1280x1024
is required to operate the LX300.
The monitor must be connected before switching on the console. Connect the monitor or touch
screen to the Video Out connector using a DVI cable. A HDMI monitor can be connected via a
DVI to HDMI converter plug. (Not supplied).
Note: The LX300 will not start correctly if an external monitor is not plugged in.
See section 35 (LX Tools) for details on how to setup the external monitor. Only compatible
external touch screens can be used. Contact LSC or your local LSC dealer for compatible touch
screen models.
5.2.5
USB
Four USB connectors are provided for connecting a keyboard, mouse, external touch screen or
memory device (or charging your phone). A single USB connector is also provided on the front
panel below the power switch.
5.2.6
MIDI
MIDI In, MIDI Thru and MIDI Out connectors are provided.
See section 30 for details on the LX300’s MIDI functions.
5.2.7
Audio In/Out
Two 6.5mm Stereo jacks are provided for audio.
See section 24.7 for details on Audio playback.
5.2.8
LED Desk Lamps
Two 3 pin XLR connectors are provided for LED desk lamps. Pins 1 and 2 are ground and pin 3
is +12 Volts.
The brightness of the LED desk light can be controlled from the “LX Tools” utility.
See section 35 for details on LX Tools.
5.2.9
External Inputs
The “external Inputs” 9-pin D-SUB connector on the rear can be used to connect up to 6
external push buttons that act the same way as the “Go” buttons on the playbacks. The
connector is wired to accept 6 inputs in the form of contact closures.
