DMX Tools
Numerous developments in lighting technology over the past decades have brought about a radical change in the way light is staged on a stage, in a theater, or in a club. The communication protocols Digital Multiplex (DMX), ArtNet, and RDM, among others, are largely responsible for this.
The development of DMX in particular has had a lasting impact on event technology. While dimming a was still the main focus when DMX was introduced, the development of or LEDs also changed what information was sent from the lighting control desk to the spotlight via DMX and what this spotlight then carried out after receiving the command: The direction of movement or the color can be changed at the touch of a button. Nowadays, however, it is no longer just dimmers that are controlled via DMX. In addition to spotlights or splitters, other equipment can now also be controlled via DMX. The lighting console thus becomes the interface between people and lighting technology. Now nothing stands in the way of creating exciting and impressive (light) shows.
DMX tools in our online shop
The task of the DMX tools available in our store is to generate, forward, or merge DMX signals. In the “DMX tools” category, you will therefore find numerous different devices to support you in the implementation of your light show.
In addition to the , a programmed DMX controller for over 200 spotlights, you will also find a large selection of different interfaces, ArtNet nodes as well as DMX splitters, DMX recorders, and DMX mergers. These devices are equipped with XLR plugs and, in conjunction with , enable interference-free communication between the individual devices.
DMX controllers, DMX mergers, and DMX splitters can also be integrated into a DMX universe. These DMX tools make it possible to “loop through” the various DMX signals and amplify, merge, or distribute the control signal to different DMX universes. The devices each have a DMX input and a DMX output for this purpose. The devices are connected with a DMX cable. The DMX signal is forwarded from device to device until it arrives at the intended address - a spotlight, for example.
The DMX mergers and DMX splitters can also communicate with other DMX tools via ArtNet - an Ethernet communication protocol - and RDM and receive DMX signals, convert them if necessary, and then forward them to spotlights. ArtNet, for example, enables smooth and interference-free communication between a DMX controller, DMX merger or DMX splitter, and the spotlights on a large stage via Ethernet.
XLR for your DMX system
By the way: with XLR connectors are required to connect DMX mergers, DMX splitters, etc. via cable. These XLR plugs should be 5-pin to ensure reliable and interference-free communication. However, it is also possible to use 3-pin XLR plugs. You can also find these in our online store - as or at wholesale conditions.
Do you still have questions about XLR, splitters, ArtNet, nodes or RDM? Then get in touch with us. Our staff will be happy to provide you with advice and assistance, for example on the use of a DMX distributor and the associated setup of DMX channels for your light show.
