Par 64 led dmx manual

It is also important to know how many channels or colors that each section is going to need in order to be controlled. It is important to figure out the number of fixtures that you would like to control as well as the total number of DMX Channels you will be using before purchasing a DMX Controller as some controllers are limited in the amount of DMX Channels they can control as well as their memory capacity.

This is why it is important to know what you want to do with your lights and how many DMX Channels you will be using before you purchase a DMX Controller. Determine the Wattage of each Fixture or Section you would like to Control. The total wattage of each fixture or section that you are going to want to individually control is important because each DMX Decoder has a certain amount of wattage that it can handle before over-driving.

Also be aware that most of our decoders are connected in a daisy chain. Hooking up your DMX Control System for programming is a fairly straight forward process depending on the size of the installation.

If you are using RGB Lights then your next decoder address would be , since is being taken up by the first decoder. If you are using single color lights then your next decoder in the daisy chain would be set to address 2. There are 3 different ways to configure multiple decoders, the first being a daisy chain, the second using a DMX Splitter and the third using a DMX Wireless Transmitter and receiver See photos below.

If everything is wired correctly you will be able to adjust your lights and start to program scenes in live time, seeing changes in your lighting as you make them. You can also program your scenes without being hooked up to any lights but I find it easier to do so when the lights are powered and live. Each controller has the ability to store a given amount of scenes.

You can make a scene do basically anything you want, and you can group your fixtures and name them to make your programming easier. We do not offer tech support on the computer software and recommend practicing with it anywhere from a day to a week in order to feel comfortable creating your lighting scenes.

After you have created a scene or scenes that you are happy with you can now write the scenes to the memory on your DMX Controller and operate the scenes without being hooked up to the computer or what we call "Stand Alone" Mode. Pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material , and return it to your Showtec dealer for service. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the device will serve you for a long time without defects.

The minimum distance between light-output and the illuminated surface must be more than 1. Page 7: Return Procedure Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug. Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.

Please see page 12 or 13 for more information about the built-in programs. Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing Leave at least 1 meter on all sides for air circulation. The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support. Control Panel Fig. LCD Display D. Up Button B.

Down Button C. Page Menu Overview Menu Overview 1. Auto Program 2. DMX Address 3. Slave 4. Sound-controlled 5. Built-in Programs Page Built-In Programs Mode 5. However, you should keep the unit clean.

Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Wipe lens clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Fixtures reset The controller is not connected. This manual is also suitable for: