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MMS100 - DMX and Ethernet Links
The MMS100 can be used with a standard DMX512 link for control by a DMX desk as well as an Ethernet link for
networked configuration functions via the CMA. In addition, the Ethernet link can be used to control the fixture via Art-Net.
The number of fixtures you can connect to a DMX or Art-Net link are determined by the combined number of channels
required by the all the fixtures on the link. The numbers of required channels per MMS100 is determined by the protocol
taking into account the number of graphic layers selected.
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For best results, use high quality data cabling with 5-pin XLR style connectors.
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Be sure to inspect cabling before use, specifically checking with a multi-meter that the
power and ground pins are not shorted or grounded.
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Do not connect the cable shield to the fixture ground, this could cause erratic behavior
Using a DMX link and controller:
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Connect the male XLR connector of a DMX Data cable to the controller's DMX Data Out connector.
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Connect the Data cable's female XLR connector to the Data In connector of the first available fixture on
the DMX link.
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Continue linking the remaining fixtures from the Data-Out connector of each fixture to the Data-In
connector of the next fixture on the link.
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Connect a male DMX terminator to the Data Out connector of the last fixture in the link. Please See
Appendix for DMX terminator specifications.
Additional functionality gained by using an Ethernet Link
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To allow for synchronized playback across multiple outputs.
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Remote management of User Content via the CMA.
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Remote fixture configuration via the CMA.
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Compatibility with Art-Net protocol, for fixture control.
Example DMX Link Configuration
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