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1Gray InterfacesDMXDartUsers ManualAugust 2000.

10DMXDart OperationMenusThe DMXDart’s operating software is a menu-based system that provides quickaccess to all of the unit’s functions. The system

DMXDart Operation11Command line setting of DMX levels. Controls conventional DMX equipment.Transmits variable DMX ‘flavors’ for testing DMX reception

DMXDart Operation12Getting StartedTurning on the DMXDart is as simple as pressing any of the 4 top row keys onthe keypad. When one of these keys is p

DMXDart Operation13Transmitting DMXThe DMXDart supports 2 modes of transmitting DMX data, each having adifferent application when testing a lighting s

DMXDart Operation14Press the Ü key and enter 10. This will set the channel test to a 1.0-second fadetime. Press MENU then OK. This returns the Trans

DMXDart Operation15NOTE: Changing the way that levels display, also changes they way levelsare entered from the keypad.2 – HexThis function adds the h

DMXDart Operation165 – Parameters1 – Type Setup: This selection allows you to configure the characteristicsof the DMX output signal. Sets the “flavor”

DMXDart Operation17Press Ý to change the format to “Decimal”. Press Ü to move the cursor to thebeginning channel value:Transmit DMX512Transmit DMX512P

DMXDart Operation18After the function loads the display will change to something like this.Pan Coarse Pan Coarse Grp GrpPanHPanH PanL TiltH TiltL

DMXDart Operation19When actually controlling individual moving lights, they are called up as fixturenumbers. Fixture number 1 will be patched by the

Table of Contents2ABOUT DMX DART 5WHAT CAN

DMXDart Operation20DMX Address (DMX Offset)NOTE:Incorrect addressing can result in unpredictable moving light response to control.From the ML Paramete

DMXDart Operation21Total Number of Moving LightsFrom the ML Parameters submenu press MENU to access page 2 of thesubmenu. Press 4 - # of lights/group

DMXDart Operation22From the Moving Light TX function display, press 2 - SGL / Grp to enter thesetup display:SGL/GRP setupSGL/GRP setupMode SelectMode

DMXDart Operation23Pan / Tilt ShortcutThe Pan / Tilt Shortcut gives instant visibility and control of the three mostcommonly used moving light attribu

DMXDart Operation24Controlling Dimmers while in Moving Light ModeThe moving light TX submenu allows for the setting of DMX levels outside ofthose chan

DMXDart Operation25• Double ended data loss testing – checks a cable for its’ data transmissionstability by connecting both ends to the DMXDart’s DMX

DMXDart Operation26Single Ended Data TestPressing the Ý again switches the DMXDart mode.Cable test 00000Cable test 00000Single-end loopSingle-end loop

DMXDart Operation27The ‘Control’ parameter should be left at “on” to allow for the fade time routines,as well as future real time clock functions to o

DMXDart Operation28Pressing NEXT displays the next 5 DMX dimmer levels:Receive DMX512Receive DMX512PS:512 PS:512 PR:041 SC:000PR:041 SC:000006006 00

DMXDart Operation29The packet counter (top right of the display) begins to count the DMX datapackets received. To cycle the display between the minimu

Table of Contents32 – HEX 153 – BUMP 154 – POWER UP 155 – PARAMETERS 16PRINTING DMX DATA

DMXDart Operation30Next, go to Main Menu 2, select 2- Receive DMX. Press Menu and select 4 –Flicker Finder.Flicker FinderFlicker Finder1- Snapshot1- S

DMXDart Operation31Printing Received DMX DataFrom the Receive DMX512 submenu, the incoming DMX data stream can beprinted using the Print Rx Data optio

DMXDart Operation32Oscilloscope SyncThe DMXDart provides oscilloscope users with a handy tool that will helpsynchronize an oscilloscope’s display with

DMXDart Operation33IDS TalkbackThe IDS talkback function accepts status data from dimmers, color scrollers, andother IDS-capable equipment over pair 2

DMXDart Operation34Power Management and BacklightThe PWR/BKLT key provides access to the DMXDart’s power managementfeatures, as well as operation of

DMXDart Operation35By monitoring the battery status display, problems present in cabling or DMXreception equipment may be discovered. The DMXDart’s

DMXDart Operation36Format: 8N2 (8 data bits, no parity, 2 stop bits)Baud: 115.2KbpsChoosing 2 – PC comm test, and pressing OK can test the connection

37Appendix A – Moving Light LibraryAmptown001: Amptown Posi-Fan002: Amptown PML Mk2003: Amptown Washlite Hal004: Amptown Washlite-HP005: Amptown Wash-

Appendix A – Moving Light Library38103: Mac 500 M4 – 16 w spd104: Mac 1200 M1-8 wo spd105: Mac 1200 M2 - 16 wo spd106: Mac 1200 M3 – 8 w spd107: Mac 1

39Appendix B:Connector PinoutsDMX512 – 5 Pin XLR MalePin Function1 Ground2 Data Tx-3 Data Tx+4 Data Rx-5 Data Rx+Power / Sync – 1/8 “ TRSTip GroundRin

Table of Contents4INTERNAL UTILITIES 33POWER M

40Problem:Coarse / Fine selection not availablePossible Solutions:1) IPD Range set to OFF in ML-Tx Setup submenu. Turnrange ON to activate FINEmode

5About DMX DartThe Gray Interfaces DMXDart is a fully featured DMX test tool that incorporatesDMX reception and transmission tools, as well as a set o

6DMXDart Physical ArrangementThe front panel1 Keypad2 Backlit LCD Display3 JoystickThe top panel4 DMX 512 output (5 Pin female XLR type connector)5 D

7The rear panel11 Battery compartment12 Reset switch13 Belt clip mounting holeIncluded Accessories:• Soft carry case 7702• Belt clip kit• PC adapte

8Quick StartTurning on the DMXDart is as simple as pressing any of the 4 top row keys onthe keypad. When one of these keys is pressed, the DMXDart wi

QUICK START9Controlling DimmersFrom the main menu select screen choose 1 to load Main Menu 1. From MainMenu 1, select 2 - Transmit DMX512. The DMX 512