BAB TECHNOLOGIE 12000 Operator's manual

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DUO DMX Gateway
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Artikel Nr.: 12000, 12010, 12020, 12030
Documentation version IV
Actual state 07/2012
Date: 8. August 2013
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TABLE OF CONTENT
1Introduction..........................................................................................................................................5
2The Gateway .........................................................................................................................................5
3Mounting...............................................................................................................................................6
3.1 Connection Plan............................................................................................................................7
4Put it into Operation ...........................................................................................................................8
4.1 DMX-Configurator Installation......................................................................................................8
4.2 Default Settings ............................................................................................................................9
4.3 Initial commissioning....................................................................................................................9
4.4 Important Version information.................................................................................................. 12
4.5 Behaviour in Case of Power Failure ........................................................................................... 12
5Programming..................................................................................................................................... 13
5.1 Enabling the (DMX-) Preview ..................................................................................................... 13
5.2 DMX configurator ...................................................................................................................... 15
5.2.1 User Interface ........................................................................................................................ 15
5.2.2 Change menu language ....................................................................................................... 16
5.2.3 general design of the data structure.................................................................................... 16
5.2.4 Generating Scenes ................................................................................................................ 16
5.2.5 Creating of Steps................................................................................................................... 17
5.2.6 Color Picker ........................................................................................................................... 18
5.2.7 DMX-Groups........................................................................................................................... 19
5.2.8 DMX-Master Group ................................................................................................................ 20
5.2.9 Coupling of Scenes................................................................................................................ 20
5.2.10 Save and load projects ..................................................................................................... 20
5.2.11 Export and Import scenes................................................................................................. 21
5.2.12 Export and Import of Steps............................................................................................... 21
5.2.13 RGB Editor ......................................................................................................................... 21
5.2.13.1 Configure RGB Editor............................................................................................... 21
5.2.13.2 Use of RGB Editor..................................................................................................... 22
5.2.14 Channel SoftPatch ............................................................................................................ 23
5.2.15 Device manager................................................................................................................ 24
5.2.16 Application settings .......................................................................................................... 25
5.2.17 Storage level indicator ..................................................................................................... 25
5.3 Menu „Extensions“ .................................................................................................................... 26
5.3.1 Selection of Technology (Variant) ........................................................................................ 26
5.3.2 KNX configuration ................................................................................................................. 26
5.3.2.1 Linking of KNX GrOup adDresseS................................................................................. 27
Set Group Addresses WITHIN THE DMX-Configurator ............................................................... 27
Use ESF DATA ............................................................................................................................. 28
5.3.3 EnOcean Konfiguration ......................................................................................................... 30
5.3.3.1 Linking of ENOcean Profiles ......................................................................................... 30
5.3.3.2 EnOcean Repeater FunCtionALITY ............................................................................... 32
5.3.4 Transfer of Configuration Data ............................................................................................. 33
5.3.4.1 Transfer via network..................................................................................................... 33
5.3.4.2 Transfer via SD-card...................................................................................................... 33
6Firmware Update .............................................................................................................................. 34
7Device Type „Extension“ (eibPort Extension)................................................................................ 35
7.1 Check/set communication parameters .................................................................................... 35
7.2 eibPort Job „linking facilities“ ................................................................................................... 36
8Generate ESF Data ............................................................................................................................ 38

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Figure 1: DUO DMX Gateway with grounding clips.........................................................................................................6
Figure 2: DIN Rail Bar Adapter..........................................................................................................................................6
Figure 3: DUO DMX Gateway - connection overview......................................................................................................7
Figure 4: DMX-Configurator - Setup Dialogue .................................................................................................................8
Figure 5: DMX-Configurator – extensions ........................................................................................................................9
Figure 6: DMX-Configurator - device Selection................................................................................................................9
Figure 7: DMX-Configurator - Window Lan/KNX..............................................................................................................9
Figure 8: DMX-Configurator - IP-Adress Settings ........................................................................................................... 10
Figure 9: DMX-Configurator – device search ................................................................................................................ 10
Figure 10: Windows - Network Settings........................................................................................................................ 10
Figure 11: DMX-Configurator - transfer configuration.................................................................................................. 11
Figure 12: DMX-Configurator – save project ................................................................................................................ 11
Figure 13: DMX-Configurator Version........................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 14: Displaying firmware version......................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 15: Broadcast Preview........................................................................................................................................ 13
Figure 16: Unicast Preview............................................................................................................................................ 14
Figure 17: DMX Configurator – User interface.............................................................................................................. 15
Figure 18: Scene’s list.................................................................................................................................................... 16
Figure 19: Steps erstellen.............................................................................................................................................. 17
Figure 20: Color Picker selection .................................................................................................................................. 18
Figure 21: Color Picker – different views ...................................................................................................................... 18
Figure 22: define DMX groups ...................................................................................................................................... 19
Figure 23: DMX Master Control..................................................................................................................................... 20
Figure 24: Load and save projects ................................................................................................................................ 20
Figure 25: Scene Export and Import ............................................................................................................................. 21
Figure 26: Export and Import of Steps.......................................................................................................................... 21
Figure 27: start RGB Editor............................................................................................................................................ 21
Figure 28: RGB Editor Configuration............................................................................................................................. 21
Figure 29: Color Picker.................................................................................................................................................. 22
Figure 30: Channel Soft Patch....................................................................................................................................... 23
Figure 31: Device Manager........................................................................................................................................... 24
Figure 26: Display of mixed colors................................................................................................................................ 24
Figure 34: storage level indicator ................................................................................................................................. 25
Figure 33: Application Settings - File ............................................................................................................................ 25
Figure 35: Extension DUO-DMX Gateway “KNX".......................................................................................................... 26
Figure 36: set group addresses ..................................................................................................................................... 28
Figure 37: import ESF file .............................................................................................................................................. 28
Figure 38: linking group addresses to scenes............................................................................................................... 29
Figure 39: Extension DUO-DMX Gateway "EnOcean".................................................................................................. 30
Figure 40: EnOcean Configuration – naming of profiles .............................................................................................. 30
Figure 41: EnOcean – Linking of scenes ....................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 42: EnOcean – linking of DMX channels............................................................................................................ 31
Figure 43: EnOcean Extension - Repeater Functionality............................................................................................... 32
Figure 44: eibPort Communication Parameter............................................................................................................. 35
Figure 45: eibPort Job – Linking Facilities ..................................................................................................................... 36

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1INTRODUCTION
DMX (Digital Multiplex) is a handling protocol used for event technology, so it is robust, fail-safe and
built up simply. The standard as of today exists since 1990 and due to its wide spread distribution it
offers a lot of functionalities by low asset costs.
For use in house building DMX is very attractive for RGB LED control. In order to integrate this solution
within existing systems and environments without problems a proper gateway is needed. This gateway
allows transmitting control commands from one “world” to another.
2THE GATEWAY
The DUO DMX Gateway is laid out for ceiling installation. Due to its compact measures it can be used
for complicated mounting lays too. The device provides 2 DMX output channels and so it is able to
handle two different circuits at the same time.
Specifications:
Mounting: Ceiling installation / DIN Rail Bar adapter:
DIN Rail Bar EN 50022 – 35x7,5
Measures (W x H x D) in mm: without grounding clip: 50x26x116
With grounding clip: 50x26x146
Power supply: 10-30 V DC
Power consumption: <= 1,2VA
Connection: Power over Ethernet (PoE) or Power supply via
connection clamp
Interface (depending of model type):
KNX via connection clamp (Twisted Pair)
Ethernet via RJ45-jack
EnOcean via external SMA antenna
2xDMX 512 Connection clamp nominal wire size: 1,5mm²
Pushbutton input Connection clamp nominal wire size: 1,5mm²
Power supply can be realized separately via the 12- 30 V DC connection or will be provided by PoE
(
Power over Ethernet ).

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3MOUNTING
The device can be used for installation in ceilings or alternatively for DIN Rail mounting. In case of
ceiling mounting the device has grounding clips on each side. For DIN Rail mounting an additional
adapter has to be used. The grounding clips can be broken off easily if wanted.
Figure 1: DUO DMX Gateway with grounding clips
DIN Rail Bar adapter
The adapter is fixed on the chassis with 2 screws (part of delivery). Please note that the adapter only
may be screwed in the two folded holes.
Figure 2: DIN Rail Bar Adapter
Note: Please attach the DIN rail Adapter only on the two marked holes. Using the wrong holes the
screw ends might touch the bottom of the circuit board!
Please be careful if you need to troubleshoot a device mounted on the DIN rail. Pull with too much
force on the gateway, the screws can be pulled out from the chassis.

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3.1 CONNECTION PLAN
In the following image you will find an overview over the connection the DUO DMX Gateway offers in all
available variants.
Figure 3: DUO DMX Gateway - connection overview
Device model: Extension
As an extension the unit is controlled via the "
BMX " protocol of eibPort.
Communication takes place over the network. Therefore the device has to be connected to the local
network.
Device model: KNXnet / IP
As KNXnet / IP version the device's control commands are received via the "
KNXnet / IP " protocol.
Therefore, the device must be connected to the network, too.
Device model: KNX / TP
As KNX Twisted Pair version, the device is directly connected to the twisted pair wiring of the KNX bus.
For this purpose the device has two terminals on one of the connectors.
Device model: EnOcean
The EnOcean device can manage by the control signals of EnOcean radio. The device only requires a
power supply. Moreover, the external antenna of the device can be connected. The link to the EnOcean
profiles is done with the software DMX Configurator.
Connection with the DMX bus
The device has two independently from each other acting DMX outputs. The connection is realized via a
6 pin Screw terminal, the polarity is marked on the case. Of course it can also be used with only one
output connector.

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4PUT IT INTO OPERATION
When ceiling mounted, the gateway can be installed near the DMX system. For operation you need the
following components:
Power supply (or PoE)
connection to the network (not mandatory, but would be an advantage)
connection to the DMX bus
connection to one of the controlling medias (network, KNX or EnOcean)
the software "
DMX Configurator "
The configuration for the device is done using the software "
DMX Configurator " over the network or a
SD-card. It does not matter which device variant shall be configured. Alternative: To take the device into
operation by using the SD card, you need a standard SD card and a card reader for your PC.
4.1 DMX-CONFIGURATOR INSTALLATION
Please first install the software “ DMX-Configurator ”. The setup file for installing the software " DMX
Configurator
" can be found on the CD or can be downloaded at www.bab-tec.de. The Software is MS-
Windows®based.
Installation Instructions:
Please double-click the file "
setup.exe ". The Setup dialog opens:
Figure 4: DMX-Configurator - Setup Dialogue
By clicking on "
Next " you can move through the menu. Accept the license agreement and select an
installation location on your hard disk. Select "Finish" at the end and the installation wizard has installed
the program on your PC.
After installation you find the program under "
Start "> " Programs "> " DMX Configurator ".
Update the DMX Configurator Software
Do you want to install a newer version of the DMX Configurator, it is important to uninstall the old
version first properly. To do this go to "
Start "> " Control Panel "> " Programs and Features " (in Windows
XP "software") and then remove the "
DMX Configurator ". Now select the new setup file and proceed as
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4.2 DEFAULT SETTINGS
The DUO DMX Gateway is delivered with the following factory settings:
IP-address: 192.168.1.223/24
Device name: MAC Adresse des Gerätes
Physical address KNX: 15.15.255
Mulitcast address KNXnet/IP (“Routing”): 224.0.23.12 (cannot be changed)
eibPort System ID: 0 (cannot be changed, important only for type 12000)
4.3 INITIAL COMMISSIONING
Connect the standard 10-30V power supply (DC) to the connection clamps or connect the device to
PoE enabled network cable. The power LED is lighting green if the device is in operation.
Start the DMX-Configurator and browse to the menu “Extensions” – “DUO DMX Gateway”.
Figure 5: DMX-Configurator – extensions
You will be asked to choose the device type you are using. “KNX/BMX” is for the device types
“Extension” (Art.-No. 12000), “KNXnet/IP” (Art.-No. 12010), “KNX/TP” (Art.-No. 12020).
“EnOcean” stands for the device type “EnOcean” (Art.-No. 12030).
Figure 6: DMX-Configurator - device Selection
Now the window “KNX” or “EnOcean” opens.
Now please switch to the tab “Lan/KNX” on the right side and push the button “Search” below
the array “DMX-Gateways”. Following that, you will get shown all DUO DMX Gateways available
in your network not depending on their network settings. For device type “EnOcean” the
corresponding tab is called “Lan/EnOcean”.
Figure 7: DMX-Configurator - Window Lan/KNX

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Note: If the device is not shown the array after pushing the “Search” button, ther is probably a
problem with your network connection (e.g. firewall / router settings). Please check this. In case
of doubt please contact the BAB Technologie Support.
For a first step you should configure the device with the desired network settings, in order to use it
normally in your local network. Please proceed as follows:
Browse the tab “Lan/KNX” resp. “Lan/EnOcean” and change the IP-address corresponding your
desires.
Figure 8: DMX-Configurator - IP-Adress Settings
Allocate a device name
Press the “Search” button and check the current settings of the DUO DMX Gateway. With
default settings the device has the IP-address 192.168.1.223, its name is its MAC address and it
is giving out his firmware version number.
Figure 9: DMX-Configurator – device search
Open the network settings of your PC and assign it an IP-address in the subnet 192.168.1.x,
e.g. the address 192.168.1.10. If the device is not shown with the default IP-address in the
array “DMX-Gateways”, the address of your PC must be assigned different accordingly.
Figure 10: Windows - Network Settings

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Now switch back to the window of DMX-Configurator and mark the desired device in list “DMX-
Gateways”. By clicking “Upload” the current settings out of the DMX-Configurator will be
transmitted to the DUO DMX Gateway. A successfull transmitting is been confirmed with the
message “Upload done”. If not you will get an error message. In this case please check the
network settings of your PC and the DUO DMX Gateway once again.
Figure 11: DMX-Configurator - transfer configuration
After that please leave the window “KNX” or “EnOcean” by clicking the “OK” button and save
the current setting with the help of the menu “File” – “Save as” as project file “*.dx1”. Please
use this project file later for the further project settings.
Figure 12: DMX-Configurator – save project
Advice: If you want to use a new project file, please consider the IP-address settings. Every new
project contain the default IP-address settings again. With uploading data of a new project once
again the device would set back to the default IP-address settings.

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4.4 IMPORTANT VERSION INFORMATION
Find Software version
The version number of the DMX-Configurator can be read in the title bar of the window.
Figure 13: DMX-Configurator Version
New software and firmware
Since the DMX Configurator Version 1.6.0.0 the software only will work with devices that will have at
least firmware 2.0.0.1. To check which firmware you have in use in your device, please use the "
Search "
function in the tab "
Lan / KNX " in menu " Extension ". Compare also the chapter " Activating the DMX
Preview
". The firmware version is displayed along with the IP address and device name.
Figure 14: Displaying firmware version
If your device does not have the required firmware version a firmware update is required (see "Firmware
Update"). If a device received once the firmware 2.0.0.1 or later, it may have to copy the configuration
data only from the DMX Configurator 1.6.0.0 or later. If you have an older version of the DMX
Configurator, please download the actual one from our homepage.
Older project data
Projects from older versions of DMX-Configurator can be opened without problems in the latest
software version. Once a device is already loaded with a configuration before a firmware update is
done, it has (after the firmware update is done) to be reloaded with the software (1.6.0.0 or later) into
the device.
4.5 BEHAVIOUR IN CASE OF POWER FAILURE
Behavior in case of power failure
The behavior of DMX devices in a power failure at the DUO DMX Gateway depends on the devices its
one. According to DMX specification a subscriber moves to a safe operating condition (eg, lamp off). By
return of the power supply, all DMX channels set to the value "0".
Behaviour on bus voltage failure (only KNX / TP device)
In the event that the bus voltage fails but the power supply of the device remains upright, only the
control of the DUO DMX gateway is interrupted. The DMX signal is still sent, so the current "
picture " of
the DMX outputs remains. Even after the return of the bus voltage nothing varies in the DMX range
(unless new KNX telegrams are send).

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5PROGRAMMING
The programming of the DUO DMX Gateway is done over the DMX-Configurator. There the scenes are
set up, the Group Addresses resp. EnOcean Profiles are linked to the dim outputs or the scenes. The
configuration is transferred over the network or over an SD-card into the device.
5.1 ENABLING THE (DMX-) PREVIEW
In conjunction with the DUO DMX Gateway the "DMX Configurator" software provides a so called "DMX
Preview".
In the preview all DMX channel controls changes are sent to the gateway over the network, so
you are able to see directly the changes of light. In this way, the sequences and scenes can be tested
directly and modified if necessary without transmitting the data beforehand. This makes the
configuration much more easier. Enable the Preview in order to display you configuration entries
directly at the DMX end devices by adapting the following configuration instructions.
The preview can be done in two ways
1. Broadcast Preview: All DUO DMX devices in the network are addressed using the preview no
matter what network settings you have and whether they just allow the PC from the DMX-
Configurator to be started. The preview will be sent via Broadcast signals into the network.
2. Unicast Preview: Only a selected DUO DMX Gateway receives the preview signals. It is
important to note, that the desired gateway and the PC are within the same network area. The
signals are sent via Unicast to a specific IP address.
Which of the two DMX outputs are used for the Preview signals can be choose. To activate the preview,
go to the menu "
Extensions "> " DUO-DMX Gateway ".
Activation of the broadcast Preview
To activate the broadcast preview just one of the two (or both) checkboxes "
DMX Out 1 " or " DMX Out
2
” has to be selected. Choose your selection and confirm with “ OK ”. From now on, the preview will be
sent via broadcast signals into the network and interpreted by all available gateways.
Figure 15: Broadcast Preview
Note: The preview is no setting that is transmitted to the gateway or will be stored in the project
data of the DMX-Configurator. This setting is only to be activated on the client.
Activation of unicast Preview
To preview specifically addressed to a particular device, it is necessary that the appropriate device
appears in the list "
DMX Gateway ." To achieve this, click the button " Search ". Thus, all are located in
the network devices with IP address and device name (default setting the MAC address). If one of the
devices in the list marked in blue, is the only active Preview for this device.

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Figure 16: Unicast Preview
Note: Please note that the PC and the DUO DMX Gateway must reside in this case in the same
area network (subnet)!
To set the DUO DMX gateway to the desired IP address range, please have a look at the section
"
Extensions ".
Firewall settings
If a firewall is installed on the client computer it must be unlocked for the DMX-Configurator for ports
4042, 4044 and 4045.

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5.2 DMX CONFIGURATOR
The DMX control software “ DMX Configurator ” is used to create light images (Step) and light scenes
(Scene). The configuration data following out of that will be transferred over the network or by SD-card
to the device. Apart from that, a preview function shows changing’s on the DMX-controllers of the DMX-
Configurator directly on the DMX end devices. The software is supplied with the CD and is suitable for
all current Windows systems.
5.2.1 USER INTERFACE
The user interface is clearly structured into five broad areas.
1. Administration of the scenes
2. Scene settings
3. Administration of steps
4. DMX channel settings
5. Menu bar settings
Figure 17: DMX Configurator – User interface
Using the menu bar to configure various features of the software and hardware can be reached. These
are described separately below.
1
4
5
2
3

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5.2.2 CHANGE MENU LANGUAGE
In order to change the menu language of the DMX-Configurator, open the menu under the " ? "
(Question mark). The DMX-Configurator must be restarted for it!
5.2.3 GENERAL DESIGN OF THE DATA STRUCTURE
The input of the sequence is done in two steps. First a scene is created, forming a so-called envelope for
each step (Steps) of the light flow.
A scene can contain one or more steps, where at a static light image is generated by only one step or a
dynamic light image with multiple steps.
5.2.4 GENERATING SCENES
Before the entry of individual steps can be made a scene must be selected or created.
Creating a new scene takes place with the button
.
A new entry scene is inserted into the scene list. This name can be edited freely.
The Button copies all selected scenes including all their steps.
deletes the selected scenes including all their steps.
The arrow box serves for displacing the scenes within the scene’s list.
Important Note:
At the start of each scene the DMX-Configurator is assumed that the
corresponding DMX channel holds the value "0". If not so, it may happen that
a new scene added up its DMX values to existing values (of the old scene). The
lamp will display incorrect values.
That behavior does not occur if each scene is first started with a step, with the
value "1" and a subsequent step with the value "0". Between the two steps is
not a "fade" and a minimum "wait time" of 50 ms. In this way, each DMX channel is set to the
value of "0" before starting the actual scene. Maybe it is reasonable to create a special scene,
which only serves to set "0" to the desired DMX channels.
PROJEKT SZENE 1
SCENE 2
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 1
Figure 18: Scene’s list

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5.2.5 CREATING OF STEPS
By creating and editing steps, the individual light image is created and when linked together, a dynamic
light image will follow. Static light images are to create with only one step.
Figure 19: Steps erstellen
For the setting of different DMX values 12-channel slide controls are available. These are labeled with
the channel number. To reach all 512 channels, you must select the underlying horizontal scrollbar.
The additional existing Channel direct access buttons are modified under "
Application settings ". There
the assigned DMX channel numbers are set, which are then accessed at once by pressing these buttons.
Per step, different DMX values for each channel can be set. By stringing together several steps with
various DMX values a dynamic light image can be created. The "
step list " includes all steps in
chronological order. The transition between two steps determines the cross-fade (Fade time) and hold
time (Wait time), which can be set separately for each step. The option "
Change all steps " is for to
change the "
Fade Time " and " Wait Time " to all landscaped steps in the Step list.
Get DMX IN
Not in function for the DMX Gateway.
Rotate channels left / right
Causes the set all DMX values are shifted by one channel to the right (+1) or left (-1). This allows the
easy creation of "
chaser " scenes.
Step-Liste
Channel Control
Channel – direct access button
Shift to left
Shift to right
Faid and Hold
Reapeat Scenes
DMX-Value
Input
DMX-Group Control
DMX-Master Control

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5.2.6 COLOR PICKER
The color picker makes entering RGB color values easy. In this case be 3
consecutive DMX channels, the R / G / B values of a selected color is assigned. To
achieve the color picker, click on the first RGB (of 3) DMX channels with the right
mouse.
This opens a menu with the then the left mouse button must be
clicked.
The dialogue of the Color Picker is available in 2 different views. Left the standard
representation (normal style) and the on the right color distribution as color wheel (round style) is
shown,
Go for color selection as follows:
Select the color from the color representation
Select the color brightness
Click on OK and the settings for R / G / B can be taken
Figure 21: Color Picker – different views
Note: By clicking the right mouse button on the controller for color brightness make this center
to 50%.
Figure 20: Color
Picker selection
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5.2.7 DMX-GROUPS
DMX groups are suitable for simultaneous editing of multiple channels. There are 16 groups available
where you can combine any channels.
To create or edit the group, select in the menu "
Settings "> "Application settings" and then choose the
Tab "
Groups ”.
Figure 22: define DMX groups
In the box next to the group name the DMX channels must be entered, which form the group. Here, the
separation of DMX channels is made with a semicolon. One DMX-channel can belong to different
groups.
After you define the groups you will see them in the group selection. By selecting a group, the selected
channels are marked in the box and activated. They are tied together and all channels are set to the
same value as soon as one of the fader is changed.
If you need additional channels that are not defined as a group, you can add them by manually
selecting the check box temporarily.
Displaying the connected channels
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5.2.8 DMX-MASTER GROUP
A special group is the master group. The listed DMX channels can be scaled to the output on the
connected interface according to the master value.
Example 1: DMX value = 100%; Master = 50% 50% results in the output channel
Example 2: DMX value = 50%; Master = 50% 25% results in the output channel
0 0
5.2.9 COUPLING OF SCENES
What action is executed after the last step in a scene is set by the selection box under the step list.
•Repeat after last step: The scene is running in an endless loop.
•Stop after last step: The scene will stop the execution after the last step. The light image
of the last step remains unchanged.
•Execute: The selected scene is performed after the last step.
5.2.10 SAVE AND LOAD PROJECTS
Under the File menu, you can store your steps and created scenes as a project and
open it again. The created files are in the specific format *.dx1.
DMX-Master
activate BlackOut
Figure 23: DMX
Master Control
Figure 24: Load
and save projects