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Configuring the device for DMX control
About DMX
The Q-10 Series can be controlled using signals sent by a DMX controller on a number of DMX channels.
DMX is the USITT DMX512-A standard, based on the RS-485 standard. The signal is sent as DMX data from a console (or a
controller) to the fixtures via a shielded twisted pair cable designed for RS-485 devices.
The cables can be daisy chained between the fixtures, and up to 32 fixtures can be connected on the same DMX link. Up to 300
meters (1000ft.) of cable is achievable with high quality DMX cables. In installations with standard fixtures, remember that all DMX
links must be terminated in the last fixture by connecting a DMX termination plug to the last fixture´s 5 pin DMX out connector.
PLEASE NOTE:
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Standard microphone cable is not suitable for transmitting DMX.
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Up to 32 fixtures can be linked to the same DMX chain. Additional fixtures will overload the link.
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The last fixture must always be fitted with a DMX termination plug to the fixture's DMX out.
DMX Start address
The Q-10 Series can be operated in different DMX modes. For any of the modes, the first channel used to receive data from a DMX
control device is known as the DMX start address.
For independent control, each Q-10 must be assigned its own DMX start address. For example, if the first Q-10 is set to 6ch CTC DMX
mode with a start DMX address of 113, the following Q-10 in the DMX chain should then be set to a DMX address of 119. As the first
fixture uses all the first 6 DMX channels, including channel 113, the next available channel is 119 (113+6=119 >> 119).
If two or more fixtures of the same type have the same DMX address, they will behave identically. Incorrect settings will result in
unpredictable responses from the lighting controller. Address sharing can be useful for diagnostic purposes and symmetrical control.
Set/edit DMX address
The DMX address is shown on the OLED display in the control panel. To change the address
setting, press the up and down arrows. When the desired address is displayed, press ENTER to
save the setting. For your convenience, the next available DMX address is displayed to the right.
Note that channel spacing is determined by the number of channels of the DMX mode.
See instructions on how to use the display panel in "Configuring the device" on pages 8-9.
The Q-10 Series also offers the option to set the DMX address through RDM.
NOTE: the POI versions are only addressable via RDM. See "POI Permanent Outdoor Installation" on page 15.
DMX modes
The Q-10 Series operates in different modes.
All DMX charts are available at www.sgmlight.com under the respective products, or upon request via support@sgmlight.com.
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Figure 10: Set/edit DMX address
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