Dmx Set Up - ADJ Startec Series Mini Dekker LZR User Manual

Mini Dekker LZR

DMX Set Up

Power Supply: The ADJ Mini Dekker LZR contains an automatic voltage switch, which will automati-
cally sense the voltage when it is plugged into the power source. With this switch there is no need to
worry about the correct power voltage, and this unit can be plugged in anywhere.
DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol used as a form of commu-
nication between intelligent fixtures and controllers. A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions
from the controller to the fixture. DMX data is sent as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture
via the DATA "IN" and DATA "OUT" XLR terminals located on all DMX fixtures (most controllers only
have a DATA "OUT" terminal).
DMX Linking: DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of different manufacturers to be
linked together and operate from a single controller, as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX
compliant. When using several DMX fixtures, try to use the shortest cable path possible in order
to ensure proper DMX data transmission. The order in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line
does not influence the DMX addressing. For example, a fixture assigned a DMX address of 1 may
be placed anywhere in a DMX line: at the beginning, at the end, or anywhere in the middle. When a
fixture is assigned a DMX address of 1, the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address
1 to that unit, no matter where it is located in the DMX chain.
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX Operation): The Mini Dekker LZR has two DMX
channel modes: a 2 channel mode and 7 channel mode. The DMX address is set electronically us-
ing the controls on the rear panel of the unit. Your unit and your DMX controller require an approved
DMX-512 110 Ohm Data cable for data input and data output. We recommend Accu-Cable DMX ca-
bles. If you are making your own cables, be sure to use standard 110-120 Ohm shielded cable (This
cable may be purchased at almost all professional sound and lighting stores). Your cables should be
made with a male and female XLR connector on either end of the cable. Also remember that DMX
cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split.
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