AVSL DM-X10 User Manual
DM-X10
192 Channel DMX Controller
Item ref: 154.091UK
User Manual
Version 2.0
Caution: Please read this manual carefully before operating
Damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty
Contents
Getting started
1.1 What is included………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3
1.2 Unpacking instructions……………………………………………………………..………………………………………………………………. 3
1.3 Safety instructions..........................................................…………..………………………………………………………………. 3
Introduction
2.1 Features..........................................................…………..……………………………………………………………….…………… 3
2.2 General overview.............................................…………..……………………………………………………………….…………… 4
2.3 Product overview.............................................…………..……………………………………………………………….…………… 4
2.4 Common terms.............................................…………..……………………………………………………………….……………… 5
Operating instructions
3.1 Setup
3.1.1 Setting up the System.........................................................................…………………………………….……………… 5
3.1.2 Fixture Addressing............................................................................……………………………………….……………… 5
3.2 Operation
3.2.1 Manual Mode
3.2.2 Review Scene or Chase..........................................................................………………………………….……..……… 6
3.3 Programming
3.3.1 Entering program mode..................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 7
3.3.2 Create a scene.............. ...........................................................................…………..……………………………….… 7
3.3.3 Running a program........................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 7
3.3.4 Check Program..............................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 7
3.3.5 Editing a Program..........................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 8
3.3.6 Copy a Program.............................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 8
3.4 Chase Programming
3.4.1 Create a chase...............................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 8
3.4.2 Running a Chase............................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 8
3.4.3 Checking a Chase...........................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 8
3.4.4 Edit Chase (Copy Bank Into Chase)…........................................................................................................... 9
3.4.5 Edit Chase (Copy Scene Into Chase.................................................………………………………………….……..……… 9
3.4.6 Edit Chase (Insert Scene Into a Chase)..............................................……………………………………….……..……… 9
3.4.7 Delete a scene in a Chase...............................................................………………………………………….……..……… 9
3.4.8 Delete a Chase...............................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 9
3.4.9 Delete all Chase Programs..............................................................………………………………………….……..……… 9
3.5 Scene Programming (steps)
3.5.1 Insert a scene................................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 10
3.5.2 Copy a scene.................................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 10
3.5.3 Delete a scene...............................................................................………………………………………….……..……… 10
3.5.4 Delete all scenes........................................................................………………………………………….………...……… 10
3.6 Playback
3.6.1 Running in Sound-Mode............................................................………………………………………….………...……….. 11
3.6.2 Running in Auto-Mode.....................................................................……………………………………………………..… 11
3.6.3 Blackout................................................................................................................................................... 11
Appendix
4.1 DMX Primer………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12
4.2 Fixture Linking............................................................................................................................................. 12
4.3 DMX dipswitch quick reference chart............................................................................................................. 13
4.4 Technical specifications ............................................................................................................................... 14
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Getting started
Caution: Please read this manual carefully before operating
Damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty
1.1 What is included
DM-X10 controller
DC 9-12V 500mA, 90V~240V Power Adapter
Manual
1.2 Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts
are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing
material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of
mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a unit must be returned to the
factory, it is important that the unit be returned in the original factory box and packing.
1.3 Safety Instructions
Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that
they also receive this instruction booklet.
Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are
connecting to is not higher than that stated on decal or rear panel of the fixture.
This product is intended for indoor use only!
To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture. Make sure there are no
flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 50cm from adjacent surfaces.
Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to replace
with same lamp source.
In the event of serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the unit
by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please contact
the nearest authorized technical assistance centre. Always use the same type spare parts.
Don t connect the device to a dimmer pack.
Make sure power cord is never crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
Introduction
2.1 Features
* Universal DMX-512 Controller
* Controls 12 intelligent lights of up to 16 channels
* 30 banks of 8 scenes, 240 scenes total
* 6 sets of chases containing 240 scenes
* Execute multiple chases simultaneously
* Beat-activation, tap sync, auto run
* Polarity selector
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2.2 General Overview
1
Fixture Select Buttons
Select lighting fixture
2
Fixture Indicator LEDs
Indicate current fixtures
3
Scene Select Buttons
Store and select scenes
4
Channel Faders
Adjust DMX parameter values
5
Page Select Button
Switch faders between 1-8 and 9-16
6
LCD Display Window
Displays current parameters or status
7
Speed Fader
Adjust scene hold time or step time
8
Fade Time Fader
Adjust the rate of fading / cross-fading
9
Bank Up Button
Step forward scenes/steps in banks/chases
Increment DMX values when FINE button is active
10
Bank Down Button
Step backward scenes/steps in banks/chases
Decrement DMX values when FINE button is active
11
Program Button
Enter Program mode
12
MIDI/Add Button
Activate external control from MIDI / set MIDI address
13
Auto/Del Button
Activate Auto mode
Delete key during Program mode
14
Music/Bank Copy Button
Activate Music mode
Copy key during Program mode
15
Tap Sync Display Button
Tap tempo sync during program playback
Switch DMX display to percentage in Program mode
16
Chase Buttons
Chase memory select 1-6
17
Blackout Button
Switch all lights off
The DM-X10 is a universal intelligent lighting controller. It allows the control of 12 fixtures composed
of 16 channels each and up to 240 programmable scenes. Six chase banks can contain up to 240
steps composed of the saved scenes and in any order. Programs can be triggered by music,
automatically or manually. All chases can be executed at the same time.
On the surface you will find various programming tools such as 8 universal channel sliders and LED
display indicators for easier navigation of controls and menu functions.
2.3 Product Overview (front)
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2.4 Common Terms
Fixture
Default DMX
Start Address
Binary DIP
Switches Set to
"ON"
1 1 1
2
17
1, 5
3
33
1, 6
4
49
1, 5, 6
5
65
1, 7
6
81
1, 5, 7
7
97
1, 6, 7
8
113
1, 5, 6, 7
9
129
1, 8
10
145
1, 5, 8
11
161
1, 6, 8
12
177
1, 5, 6, 8
The following are common terms used in intelligent light programming.
Blackout is a state by where all lighting fixtures light output are set to 0 or off, usually on a temporary basis.
DMX-512 is an industry standard digital communication protocol used in entertainment lighting equipment.
For more information read Sections DMX Primer and DMX Control Mode in the Appendix.
Fixture refers to your lighting instrument or other device such as a fogger or dimmer of which you can
control.
Programs are a bunch of scenes stacked one after another. It can be programmed as either a single scene or
multiple scenes in sequence.
Scenes are static snapshots of current channel values
Faders are slider adjustment controls for various parameters
Chases can also be called programs. A chase consists of a bunch of scenes stacked one after another.
Scanner refers to a lighting instrument with a pan and tilt mirror; however, in the controller it can be used to
control any DMX-512 compatible device as a generic fixture.
Stand Alone refers to a fixture s ability to function independently of an external controller and usually in sync
to music, from a built in microphone.
Shutter is a mechanical device in the lighting fixture that allows you to block the lights path. It is often used
to lessen the intensity of the light output and to strobe.
Operating instructions
3.1 Setup
3.1.1 Setting up the system
Plug the AC to DC power supply to the system back panel and to the mains outlet.
Plug in your DMX cable(s) to your intelligent lighting as described in the fixtures’ user manuals. For a quick
Primer on DMX see the “DMX Primer” section in the Appendix of this manual.
3.1.2 Fixture addressing
The DM-X10 is programmed to control 16 channels of DMX per fixture, therefore the fixtures you wish to
control with the corresponding FIXTURE buttons on the unit, must be spaced 16 channels apart.
Please refer to your individual fixture s manual for DMX addressing instructions.
The table above refers to a standard 9 dipswitch binary configurable device.
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