Enttec DMX USB Pro Users Manual
Quick Start Manual
MANUAL-USBPRO (Rev A)
for more information visit:
enttec.com/dmxubspro
ENTTEC DMX USB PRO
( PN 70304)
Box Contents
• DMX USB PRO (pn:70304)
• USB Cable (Part No. 79110)
• This user manual
• CD including PRO-Manager (pn:79106)
Features
• Full 512 DMX channel universe of input or output
• Fully compliant with USITT DMX512-A
• Adjustable Frame Rates and empty frames to
accommodate non-standard equipment
• USB 2.0 Support on Windows PC and Mac OSX
• 1500 V full isolation (data & power lines to
protect your computer from surges)
• RDM enabled (ANSI E1.20 compliant)
• Drivers for Windows, OSX and Linux (drivers
released and maintained by FTDI)
• Output refresh rate configurable from 1 to 40
Fps (Frames per second)
• Compatible with various open-source and
professional lighting control programs.
Safety
• Do not expose the DMX USB PRO to rain or
moisture, doing this will void the warranty
• Do not remove the cover, there are no serviceable
parts inside
• This unit is intended for indoor use only
• Wherever possible, use with a DMX Splitter for safety
and better reliability with DMX cables.
Basic Setup
• Install and configure the Driver software on your
Windows™, Linux™or Mac™ computer.
Methods can vary between Operating systems, but
the end result is the same: once installed correctly,
the drivers will allow software to communicate with
the DMX USB PRO.
• Connect the DMX USB PRO to your computer (usb)
and the DMX512 control network (DMX cable).
• Load the control software of your choice onto the
computer. You can choose between open-source
(free) and professional (paid) programs. More
information is available at enttec.com/dmxubspro
• Run the software and create your show.
• For troubleshooting and testing DMX USB PRO,
install and run PRO-Manager.
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Quick Start Manual
MANUAL-USBPRO (Rev A)
for more information visit:
enttec.com/dmxubspro
LED Status
The DMX USB PRO comes with a green LED indicator
located on the left of the usb port. It behaves as
following:
1. Blinks once on usb connection: signifies that the
DMX USB PRO is powered on and ready. After
blinking once, it will remain off, until DMX is sent
or received.
2. Blinks continuously: signifies DMX is being sent or
received by the DMX USB PRO.
3. Stays on always (no blinking): signifies error
mode, DMX USB PRO needs to be restored
4. Stays off always: normal mode, waiting for
software to instruct it to perform DMX operation
DMX Connector pin out
5pin DMX OUT/ DMX IN:
• Pin 1: Ground
• Pin 2: Data -
• Pin 3: Data +
• Pin 4: NC
• Pin 5: NC
Any suitable 3 to 5pin DMX adaptor can be used to
connect to 3pin DMX cables or fixtures. Please note the
pinout, before connecting to any non-standard DMX
connector.
Install Drivers
DMX USB PRO is supported by FTDI drivers for the following
Operating Systems:
• Windows 8, Windows7, Windows XP, Windows
Server 2003, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008,
Windows Server 2008 R2. (32 bit and 64 bit versions)
• Mac OS X (Mac OS X 10.4 or later )
• Linux - Raspberry Pi also supported
To proceed, you need the driver setup file, which is available
from :
• the CD which came in the package, or
• download PRO-Manager (includes the driver setup)
from the ENTTEC website: enttec.com/dmxubspro
• for latest drivers and OS support, please visit ftdi
website: ftdichip.com/Drivers/D2XX.htm
Setting up on Windows
Execute the setup file and let the drivers install on your
Windows machine. If using PRO-Manager setup, click Yes
when prompted to install FTDI Drivers
Click on Extract, and follow the setup procedure by clicking
Next. It will go through the drivers install process and copy
the needed files.
Once done it will show the completion screen, highlighting
that the drivers have been installed correctly
In most cases the USB port you plug the DMX USB PRO into
will automatically fall into an acceptable range with respect
to the other elements of your computer’s communications
ports, but if you are having problems or conflicts between
the ports, here is what you can do to change the COM port.
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