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Chapter 4:
DMX Programming
TechnoArc™ fixtures can be programmed to provide a soft edge beam with
zoom, full CMY color, 6 deg. hard edge, and iris. This chapter gives a brief
overview of DMX programming and describes TechnoArc DMX parameters.
DMX Programming Overview
A parameter is a fixture attribute that can be controlled to modify the light beam in terms of color,
beam quality and pattern, intensity, or focus (position). DMX programming assigns a DMX value
to each of the fixture's parameters. A scene (or cue) is one combination of parameter settings.
Scenes (Cues) are the building blocks for show creation.
Full Speed verses MSpeed Control
Some parameters can be set to operate at full speed or MSpeed (motor speed). Full speed
operations are completed in the shortest length of time after the motor starts moving. With
MSpeed control, change occurs smoothly over the entire MSpeed time value selected. For
example, if you select an MSpeed time of 30 seconds, the motor will gradually change position
until it reaches its new destination at the end of 30 seconds.
TechnoArc fixtures allow optional MSpeed control for pan and tilt movement parameters.
16-bit Functionality
Several parameters use two channels to provide 16-bit control for very fine adjustment
capabilities.
DMX Programming Options
Using a DMX controller, you can program an unlimited number of looks and retain direct control
over the TechnoArc fixture at all times.
TechnoArc fixtures also allow Preset programming through the fixture menu system,
see Chapter 5: Preset Programming on page 43.
Programming with a DMX Console
®
Wholehog
and Road Hog lighting consoles; and Hog
Systems to control TechnoArc fixtures (see Related Products and Accessories on page 5). For
information on whether your DMX controller supports TechnoArc fixtures, contact the controller's
vendor. For information on operating your fixture with a controller (or control device such as DMX
control software), consult the documentation provided with the controller.
TechnoArc
User Manual
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®
3PC software are available from High End
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