Remote Device Management (Rdm) - Elation SIXBAR 1000 User Manual

REMOTE DEVICE MANAGEMENT (RDM)

NOTE: In order for RDM to work properly, RDM enabled equipment must be used throughout
the entire system, including DMX data splitters and wireless systems.
Remote Device Management (RDM) is a protocol that sits on top of the DMX512 data standard for
lighting, and allows the DMX systems of the fixtures to be modified and monitored remotely. This
protocol is ideal for instances in which a unit is installed in a location that is not easily accessible.
With RDM, the DMX512 system becomes bi-directional, allowing a compatible RDM enabled con-
troller to send out a signal to devices on the wire, as well as allowing the fixture to respond (known
as a GET command). The controller can then use its SET command to modify settings that would
typically have to be changed or viewed directly via the unit's display screen, including the DMX Ad-
dress, DMX Channel Mode, and Temperature Sensors.
Please be aware that not all RDM devices support all RDM features, and therefore it is important
to check beforehand to ensure that the equipment that you are considering includes all of the fea-
tures that you require.
The following parameters are accessible in RDM on this device:
SENSOR_DEFINITION
SENSOR_VALUE
DEVICE_MODEL_DESCRIPTION
MANUFACTURER_LABEL
DEVICE_LABEL
DMX_PERSONALITY
DMX_PERSONALITY_DESCRIPTION
DEVICE_HOURS
COMMS_STATUS
STATUS_ID_DESCRIPTION
CLEAR_STATUS_ID
BOOT_SOFTWARE_VERSION_ID
RESET_DEVICE
FACTORY_DEFAULTS
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