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DMX control
O v e r v i e w
DMX is a digital control system widely used in entertainment and architectural
lighting. Any controller meeting the DMX-512 standard may be used to control
and program the fog output of the Magnum smoke machine.
C o n n e c t i o n
The Magnum smoke machine provides a 3-pin XLR plug and socket on the rear
panel for DMX connection. The wiring is shown below.
Connector pin
1
2
3
For best results, use cable designed for high speed digital data transmission.
Suitable DMX cable is available from your Martin dealer.
D M X f u n c t i o n s
The Magnum smoke machine operates from a single DMX channel which gives
proportional control of fog density from 0-100%.
DMX Level
0 – 29
30 – 255
When the machine is receiving valid DMX data, the indicator light next to the
address switches will light.
It is possible to control the machine by DMX and using the remote control at the
same time, the highest setting will take precedence.
16
The Magnum 1200 requires the optional DMX interface module to
enable DMX operation.
function
Ground
Data – ("Cold")
Data + ("Hot")
function
No fog
Fog at variable density, (30=minimum, 255=maximum)
DMX control
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