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The DMX driver is an invisible server component with the possibility of controlling 512 DMX addresses/channels.
The channels are coded at the DMX fixtures. There are 512 inputs on the component for controlling the DMX addresses.
A maximum of 32 units (better less) can be connected per DMX line. The terminating resistor (DMX terminator) of 120 Ohm is important.
Data points of the component
Name |
Type |
Function |
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Diagnosis [Text] |
Output |
Attention: Diagnostic or debug outputs are only intended for error cases. Please use only with consultation with the support team! If used, these can significantly affect the performance of the service. |
Channels |
Folder |
The 512 data points are made available in the Channels folder. The communication direction can be set in the channel editor. |
Connection status |
Output |
If the connection to the DMX gateway is successful, an on signal is output. |
Driver On/Off |
Bidirectional |
Driver On or Off. |
Properties of the component
Name |
Default |
Function |
|---|---|---|
Channels |
512 |
Here the channels can be edited interms of name and direction of communication (to gateway, from gateway and both directions). |
Driver Type |
ArtNet |
Indicates which DMX protocol is used. Currently only the Artnet protocol is supported. |
IP Address (Gateway) |
255.255.255.255 |
Here the IP address of the DMX gateway is set. The broadcast address is preset. This is used to address all gateways in the network. |
UDP Port [No.] |
6454 |
Here the communication port of the DMX gateway is set. |
DMX Universe [No.] |
0 |
Here the number of the desired DMX universe (V3 or V4) is set. |
Cyclic transmission |
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Sends in a defined time interval. |
Transmission interval [ms] |
1000 |
Set the time interval for sending. |
Send delay [ms] |
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If the number is greater than 0, the time in milliseconds is waited before a command is sent. In the meantime, other channels can be changed. |
Activate receiver |
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Caution: Only one DMX component may have its receiver activated. |
Local IP address |
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For receiving DMX messages, the local IP address must be set here. |
Driver On/Off |
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Switch driver on or off. |
For the connection via Ethernet a "DMX Over Ethernet" interface is needed, which supports the "ArtNet" protocol. We recommend the "DMX Over Ethernet" interfaces of the company Enttec, which can be obtained from us.
Model: ODE (External Power Supply)
Model: ODE with PoE (Power over Ethernet)
Note: To configure the "DMX Over Ethernet" interface, the company provides Enttec, a free tool (Node Management Utility) for download on the website. You should always use the latest version here.
Note: The Remote Device Management or RDM protocol is not implemented. Therefore, state information can not be received from DMX bus devices.