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1. DMXking com ultraDMX interface ma s USER MANUAL DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 TABLE OF CONTENTS L WMO Tc y u u A aus RP E Ey m Su naaaas 1 Ma IL lI S MR ee en ee ee E e yata 1 2 aga a a 1 PORTOW u E ere ee er ee ree 1 BG il VJGW ne e 1 S I LED T b aee Garo ad asan di afaki sanly A di ami semeri amac e eo anla se laaan Gi ee aurllimi se sadce pasla dsi 2 3 Aeae FEDD INE O A A 2 C KEN Ga e O MA KY A AN E ua 3 5 Compatible Software ME MEP RE M N DARE RAN MEP MA YA PA e A e GN reene 5 CONTONE ge eat ate centr one daa R AA e e e 5 Modis erno y u uuu a a sl a ama a all ka a nara o unu lik mal alaka ikea 6 VINO e eni E Dr a a a ae lala E aa lene ae yalaka money ala salla all pe 6 b UN lt Te an EE anem uu a al a a im Dai aaa Lb uu ea lme n aki adi 7 Firmware Update apple tipi u uu a u uuu E ayla A l ab AYAR Gobi anla ba siena aa ab almama 7 Z T e ge e e e alii RM SN e 9 5 VV TI I S am a ll a er ir rl og gl ii laa E pim E 9 DMXking com Hardware Limited Warranty sese ee eee ee eee eee 9 j 7 i OST U e L uu a A OEE 9 Federal Communications Commission FCC DeclarationofConformity a 9 F CIO iO Ul ON u uuu un T asna lapan a puasa 10 DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 1 INTRODUCTION The DMXking com ultraDMX product is a robust single universe bi directional DMX512 interface communicating with the host c2. machines and laser displays The DMXking com ultraDMX unit is an entry level device designed for use with computer based show control software It replaces an entire lighting console allowing the user to perform sophisticated shows with little more than a laptop There are many free and commercial software packages available and by selecting the Enttec USB Pro as your DMX device compatibility is guaranteed Some software manufacturers have added support for DMXking com interfaces so select this option where possible as additional features will be added in future firmware releases CONTROLLERS t t t www lifact com t www pangolin com Qs www venuemagic com www chamsys co uk download www lumidmx com LumiDMX LX Series Mac OS X p Ix claudeheintzdesign com Q Lighting Controller Linux Mac OS X Windows ttp qlc sourceforge net LSC Clarity Windows Mac OS X http www sclighting com products clarity control t t t t system clarity for pcmac tp i tp t White Cat Lighting Board t www le chat noir numerique fr TJShow ttp www tjshow com Chameleon Lighting Software Mac ttp www maclightingsoftware com ttp www usbdmx com LightsOn DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 MEDIA SERVERS VJ ArKaos MediaMaster Pro MediaMasterExpress Media Server http www arkaos net category index php catid 2 Modul8 Mac OS X http www modul8 us Res
3. 00 1 0 STATUS LED TABLE Slow FLASH Receive mode no DMX512 stream detected Power ON indication FLASH Receive mode DMX512 stream detected Flash rate DMX update rate Fast FLASH Transmit mode DMX512 stream received from computer Flash rate DMX rate a Firmware update mode initiated Very Fast FLASH Firmware CRC check failed 3 INSTALLING THE FTDI DRIVER To maximize compatibility with existing software an FTDI www ftdichip com FT245RL device provides USB 2 0 Full Speed interfacing for the ultraDMX unit Drivers are available directly from FTDI and in most cases the VCP Virtual COM Port driver should be used although both DTXX and VCP are installed by default on Windows OS The latest Windows driver is usually available from DMXking com however we recommend checking the FTDI site for updates Please refer to the installation guides at http www ftdichip com Documents InstallGuides htm and note the process involved installs 2 devices a USB serial device followed by USB virtual COM port All required files are included in the driver installation file Latest WHOL Certified Windows version is 2 08 02 released on 11 August 2010 DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 YZ ECP Printer Port LPT1 Stop bits 1 x 725 USB Serial Port COM12 Yr USB Serial Port COMS Flow control None gt D Processors Sound video and game controllers Advanced Restore Defaults AZ Storage con
4. Advanced button and finally choose the desired COM Port Number 4 CONFIGURATION UTILITY The ultraDMX Configuration utility provides access to DMX512 timing parameters and also contains a simple DMX display control providing output transmit and input receive operation testing without any additional software File View COM Port Parameters Serial Number 80000001 Firmware Version V1 0 Manufacturer DMXking com Device Name ultraDMX Output Rate fe O lt aon Break Time gi 90 7ps Mark After Break J 10745 DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 Select View Advanced to enable the Advanced configuration tab if required You can alter what the ultraDMX unit reports when queried with a Label 3 command This can be useful when software detects RDM functionality based on the Label 3 FW major variable Useful settings are FW major 1 FW minor 44 ENTTEC USB Pro DMX firmware and FW major 2 FW minor 3 ENTTEC USB Pro RDM firmware Device UID cannot be altered with this utility and USB Retry Count should be left at 5 unless advised by DMXking com support File View COM Port Parameters Advanced USB Retry Count J i 5 UID GA 6B 80 00 00 01 Label 3 FW major 1 Label 3FW minor 44 Select View DMX Display for the simple DMX512 test control To generate a DMX512 output stream click Transmit then select one of the 6 Transmit Options When in Man
5. OM Port Select firmware image to upload Check dialogue above for errors T Allow blank devices 6 Selectthe desired firmware version 7 Click the Program button and observe progress bar Programming takes around 30 seconds be sure not to disconnect the ultraDMX unit during this process ultraDMX Firmware COMS V1 0 v 0079 500 1 0 enc Select COM Port Select firmware image to upload Check dialogue above for errors 8 Checkthe message area for application success or failure information DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 Select COM Port Select firmware image to upload Check dialogue above for errors Allow blank devices Future firmware releases for this product will be in the form 0079 500 VersionMajor VersionMinor enc DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS e Dimensions 40x36x78mm WxHxD e Weight 0 1kg e DMX512 connector 3 or 5 pin XLR Female e Internal DMX512 line biasing termination e USB connector USB mini B socket e DMX512 Frame Rate and Break Timing Adjustable e DMX512 Port Protection DMX512 A Protected as per E1 11 2008 8 WARRANTY DMXKING COM HARDWARE LIMITED WARRANTY What is covered This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship with the exceptions stated below How long coverage lasts This warranty runs for one year from the date of shipment from an authorized DMXking com dist
6. olume Avenue 3 http www resolume com MXWendler FXServer http www mxwendler net Product 4 0 html VISUALIZERS WYSIWYG http www cast soft com ESP Vision http www espvision com SoftPlot http www stageresearch com products SoftPlot9 SoftPlot9 aspx LD Assistant htto www Idassistant com DMXking com s JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 6 UPDATING FIRMWARE A built in boot loader permits updating of the ultraDMX firmware Note only signed encrypted firmware files from DMXking com can be successfully loaded to ensure you won t brick your device by accident FIRMWARE UPDATER APPLICATION The ultraDMX firmware update utility is freely available from the DMXking com website Download install and follow the instructions below 1 Add any additional firmware files into the installation folder Usually the latest version is automatically copied during installation 2 Close any applications that may be using the ultraDMX unit 3 Ensure that your ultraDMX unit is connected and the FTDI Virtual COM Port driver is installed correctly Start the ultraDMX Firmware Updater application It will automatically detect all COM ports current firmware versions and available firmware files that came with the update application 5 Select the applicable COM port you may have more than one ultraDMX unit connected however only one at a time may be updated R ultraDMX Firmware COM V1 0 0079 500 1 0 enc Y Select C
7. omputer over USB An onboard Atmel microcontroller ensures complete timing accuracy and no flickering effects no matter Device communication using FTDI virtual COM port VCP or direct D2XX drivers allows use of any mainstream OS RDM functionality is also available by default MAIN FEATURES Supported operating systems Windows 98 ME 2000 XP Vista 7 Server 2003 Server 2008 Supported operating systems Linux Mac OS X OS 9 OS 8 DMX512 Transmitter or Receiver Tough metal enclosure Available with 3 pin or 5 pin XLR socket no adapter purchase reguired Noexternal power supply required ANSI E1 11 2008 and E1 20 2006 compliant DMX512 A and RDM E1 11 Higher Protection Level DMX512 A Protected device nternal double buffered DMX512 streams resulting in zero lost frames Fully compatible with ALL software suitable for ENTTEC USB Pro Configuration utility Windows platform only NET 3 5 contact support for other OS Firmware update utility Windows platform only NET 3 5 contact support for other OS 2 EXTERIOR VIEW FRONT VIEW One 3pin or 5pin XLR connector for either DMX512 A input or output function An XLR male to male gender changer may be required in some DMX512 receive situations depending on your cabling configuration REAR VIEW USB mini B socket and LEDs for status indication DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 7
8. rantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help EEC DECLARATION We JPK Systems Limited PO Box 493 Pukekohe 2340 New Zealand declare under our sole responsibility that our product USB DMX512 A conforms to the requirements of Council Directives 89 336 EEC and 73 23 EEC and therefore complies with the requirements of Council Directive 73 23 EEC The Low Voltage Directive on the harmonisation of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits as amended by Article 13 of Council Directive 937 68 EEC e EN 551051 e EN 50103 2 e EN 60065 Signed Jason Kyle Date 10 January 2011 Position Managing Director DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 10
9. ributor What is not covered Failure due to operator error or incorrect application of product Opening the unit voids the warranty What DMXking com will do DMXking com will repair or replace at its sole discretion the defective hardware Return shipping costs from our service facility in New Zealand shall be free of charge How to obtain service Contact DMXking com directly by email sales dmxking com or telephone 64 9 3794836 UTC 12 9 DECLARATIONS FCC amp CE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Responsible Party JPK Systems Limited PO Box 493 Pukekohe 2340 New Zealand declares that the product USB DMX512 A complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference n a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no gua
10. trollers i System devices Advanced Settings for COME gt 9 Universal Serial Bus controllers COM Port Number COM8 USB Transfer Sizes Select lower settings to correct performance problems at low baud rates File Action View Help e 9 mi H S i RS 4 JPKW4 gt gt Batteries J amp E Computer gt Disk drives amp Display adapters S S amp DVD CD ROM drives USB Serial Port COMS Properties L y Floppy drive controllers r em 1 General Port Settings Driver Details g Human Interface Devices KP Jungo Keyboards Bits per second 9600 v R Mice and other pointing devices E Monitors Data bits 8 KRP Network adapters 9 Ports COM amp LPT Parity None 727 Communications Port COM1 Select higher settings for faster performance Receive Bytes Transmit Bytes BM Options Miscellaneous Options Select lower settings to correct response problems SE Eee Latency Timer msec S a Cancel If Power Off aes Event On Surprise Removal Minimum Read Timeout msec Set RTS On Close Minimum Write Timeout msec Disable Modem Ctrl At Startup On occasion you may wish to change the COM port number an ultraDMX unit has been assigned by Windows This can be done through the Device Manager applet by right clicking on the USB Serial Port of interest unplug re plug the unit and observe if unsure which COM port then select properties Port Settings tab
11. ual mode you can click on any of the channels represented by small boxes with hexadecimal channel level inside to set ON level and double click to set zero The mouse scroll wheel adjusts a channel by a defined increment Channel number increases left to right top to bottom and the roaming tool tip provides information about a specific channel Both the ON level and mouse wheel step can be set by right clicking anywhere within the black display area Number of channels transmitted and the refresh rate can be adjusted using the applicable sliders adjacent to transmit options x aa View COM Port COMS 7 ggg Refresh Detect Parameters Advanced Serial Number 80000001 Firmware Version V1 0 Manufacturer DMXking com Device Name ultraDMX Output Rate B L 40Hz Break Time 9O 90 7us Mark After Break 10 7ps x Sea C e 1255 emme Ramp Chase Number Channels L Left click to set value right click to select value and mouse wheel step Update Rate B DMXking com e JPK Systems Limited e New Zealand 0079 700 1 0 5 COMPATIBLE SOFTWARE DMX512 is the most commonly used lighting control protocol with roots in simple theatrical light dimming These days almost any lighting or stage effect equipment may be controlled using DMX512 with explicit exclusion of anything involving potentially dangerous operations such as pyrotechnics including moving lights LED screens fog
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