Elation DMX DUO User Manual

USER MANUAL

Version 1.3 24-004-1648-00

Elation Professional · Los Angeles, Ca 90058 · www.elationlighting.com

DMX DUO

Table of contents

1. General Introduction..........................................................................................................3

2. Safety Information & Maintenance...................................................................................3

3. Information Notice.............................................................................................................4

4. Front Panel Overview......................................................................................................4-5

5. Rear Panel Overview.........................................................................................................6

6. FX Buttons & FX Timer....................................................................................................6-7

6a. Manual On/Off control of FX buttons 1-8
6b. FX Timer

7. Recording Shows............................................................................................................7-8

8. Editing Shows..................................................................................................................8-9

8a. Adding steps to an existing show
8b. Deleting show steps
8c. Deleting shows

9. Strobe Function Assign...................................................................................................9

10. Show Playback...............................................................................................................10

10a. Sequencing show playback
10b. Mixed show playback

12. Strobe Playback.............................................................................................................10

13. Audio / Manual.............................................................................................................10-11

13a. Activating audio mode
13b. Activating manual mode

14. Fog Machine...................................................................................................................11

15. Send & Receive........................................................................................................11-12

15a. Transfer from Master to Slave
15b. Transfer from Master to PC or laptop
15c. Transfer from PC or laptop to Slave

16. Blackout Setup..............................................................................................................13

17. Erase all Memory...........................................................................................................13

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Section 1: General introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Elation DMX Duo. This unit is a professional DMX recorder and
playback device with high performance and advanced capabilities. This device was designed to
accept information from any universal DMX controller availible on the market today. Any group of
scenes that have been programmed into a universal DMX controller can simply be downloaded into
the DMX Duo for easy playback. In many cases, the DMX Duo is pre-programmed at the factory
when sold in system packages. This unit is made up of two control sections - one part for effect
lighting and the other for playback of dimmers and moving lights. The two parts run completely
independent of one another allowing you more flexibility when playing back shows or turning effects
on and off.

Every unit has been thoroughly tested and carefully packed before shipment. Unpack the shipping
carton and inspect thoroughly saving the carton and all packing materials for possible use later.
Check carefully and make sure your product is not damaged and that no included accessory is
missing. If your product appears to be damaged or missing something, please do not use it- contact
our customer support staff at [phone] ext-401 for instructions on what to do.

Section: 2 Safety Information & Maintenance

Please read through this manual carefully and thoroughly, as it gives important information regarding
safety, use and maintenance. Keep this manual with the unit for possible future reference. Please
read all instructions prior to mounting, and operating your DMX Duo. To protect against fire, electric
shock and injury to persons, please follow the safety precautions listed below and observe all
warnings in this manual and warnings printed on the console. The following rules give important
information regarding safety during operation and maintenance for long term use. If you have any
questions regarding operation of this console, please contact our customer support staff at (800) 322­6337 ext-401.

x Use only a source of AC power that complies with local building and electrical codes

and has both overload and ground-fault protection.

x To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or high

levels of moisture. Do not use this unit near water.

x Do not operate this unit if the ambient temperature exceeds 45
x Refer any service operation not described in this manual to a qualified technician.
x Do not dismantle or modify this unit as there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer

all service related issues to a qualified technician.

x Use this unit only as described.
x Handle this unit carefully. Any strong shock or vibration may result in malfunction.
x Do not operate this unit when front face panel is removed.
x Any damaged or crimped AC cable should be replaced immediately. Protect the power

supply cable from being walked on or pinched.

x Do not allow children to play with this unit.
x Keep these instructions for future use.
x Heed all warnings.
x Follow all instructions.
x Clean only with dry cloth.
x Do not install near any heat sources such as heaters, stoves, amplifiers or any other

heat generating apparatus.

x Only use attachments and accessories specified by Elation Professional.
x Unplug this unit during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time.
x In order to keep your DMX Duo in good working condition, please follow these simple

steps for safety and maintenance.

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Section: 3 Information Notice

Product Modification Warning:

Elation Professional products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of United
States and International safety regulations. Modifications to the product could affect safety and render
the product non-compliant to relevant safety standards.

Updates & Changes:

Information and specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice. Elation
Professional assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in
this manual.

Copyright:

© 2004 Elation Professional

All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, in any form or by any means, without
permission in writing from Elation Professional.

It is of great benefit to keep this user manual for future reference.

Section 4: Front Panel Overview

1. Power switch- switches the units power on or off. Up position switches the unit ON and Down

position switches the unit OFF.

2. FX timer LED’s- indicate selected timer interval between 1, 3, 5 or 10 minutes. The built in timer
works in conjunction with the eight (8) FX light buttons. Selected timer interval will have its LED lit. (See
next section for additional information).

3. 1-8 FX switches- Switch effects ON or OFF. When an FX button is selected, corresponding button
illuminates. Therefore, corresponding effect or effects will switch ON. These buttons are also used to
select effects for timer interval automatic playback. (See next section for additional information).

4. Display- display’s show times and current operation mode.

5. Send Button- used to send memory data file to another DMX Duo or PC. (See next Section for

additional data transfer information).

6. Record Button- used to record show steps. Also used to engage record mode.

7. Speed Button- to adjust show hold times. When selected, a show hold time can be changed

with the UP/Down buttons.

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