We will use four robe spot 2500s in mode 1 configured to respond to dmx addresses 100, 124, 148, 172 on universe 2. The official freestyler dmx community support forum. Offline software offline editor available for both windows and mac. Chamsys was formed in april 2003 by bringing together a team of lighting designers, software engineers and hardware developers. Chamsys rack mount dongle magichd dongle 12 usb dongle that unlocks restricted features in magicq magichd. The rack mount dongle can also be used to unlock all 8 layers of magichd stand alone, which is required only when magichd is not being controlled by a chamsys console. Colour control a dedicated colour control area with hue and saturation encoders, and a pair of additional buttons for colour control select from inbuilt palettes and gel libraries using the touch screen. Show files are forward and backward compatible across software release versions and new features are regularly added to the software. Download the show file for the 200fixture chauvet professional rig, choose a song, and send us your work for a chance to be one of the first to own the new magicq mq70 console. Just a piece of hardware like a usb to dmx chamsys 2 universe recommended or a art net to dmx like dmx king. Apr 24, 2018 if you had magicdmx dongle and later purchased say a pc wing or any other chamsys hardware you probably asked yourself a question. Some chinese spots dont like this high rate and then give flickering from time to time. Ch 1 red ch 2 green ch 3 blue ch 4 000 160 dimmer 161 255 strobe.
The rack mount dongle is the same price as the magicq dual dmx interface so customers may find this a more cost effective solution since it provides the dmx as well as unlocking magicq automated features. Sign up for exclusive access to product announcements. It is designed to introduce the layout of the magicq pc software along with the key functions. Getting started with open broadcaster software obs. Quickq v4 introduces support for the chamsys 10scene wall panel system. Chamsys magicq mq60 touch screen dmx console 4 direct 12 network universes10 playback faders. Magichd stand alone using magicq usb dongle magichd. Magicq pc supports 200 universes, licensed above 64 universes. Dmxking usb dmx and edmx hardware is designed for use with computer based show control software. It can be configured to either output or input a single universe of dmx, but unlike the magicdmx basic interface, magicdmx full is not time limited and can be used continuously. The rack mount dongle is the same price as the magicq dual dmx interface, but. I have a few questions that i need answered before i can make the switch, so here they.
Quickq consoles from chamsys are designed with a quick and easy user interface, 9. This means that existing chamsys customers who own a magicq console, pc wing or maxi wing system get a free stand alone 8 layer hd media player. The heads library is updated online daily, so the link below will always be up to date to the last 24 hours. Open dmx usb gives you just what you want, and need in a usbbased interface for controlling your dmx lights. Each wing button, fader and encoder can be translated into a midi or a keyboard command channel, note and velocity can be customized. Magicq pc can now be used with a variety of 3rd party devices that output dmx. It can be disableenabled from setup, view setings, ports, magicdmx. I honestly cant imagine using a hardware board again, if. The magicdmx status should say connected and dmx out. It has the option of being used either as output, or as an input enabling use for. The quickq 10, 20 and 30 consoles have either 1, 2 or 3 direct dmx outputs respectively on the rear of the panel so you can connect your dmx cables direct to the console. Magicq rack mount dongle is a usb dongle that unlocks magicq pc systems. Alternatively, you can use ethernet and an external ethernet to dmx converter box such as our range of snakesys ethernet to dmx interfaces or chauvet netx range. Modular expansion wing for magicq consoles or software with 12 playback.
Introducing the new industry standard dmx usb interface. Magicq pc dmx control software, and bonus software. The rack mount dongle is the same price as the magicq dual dmx interface, but where the dongle is small and fits in a rack mounted computer easily, the dual dmx interface does not. We believe there should be no limits to what a programmer can do. Home lighting fixtures moving lights specialty led lighting consoles control software dongle chamsys chamsys magicq mq60. Enttec midiwing software converts udp data from up to 6 enttec wings to standard midi or keyboard ascii commands. The magicdmx full usb to dmx adapter is the next logical step up from the basic. Check out the american dj mydmx buddy usb dongle with dmx software at idjnow. The magicq dongle also unlocks magicq pc to use usbmidi devices. You can connect this interface also to a console to expand the number of universes. The magicdmx interface does not unlock the restricted features of magicq software such as remote control via iosandroid, audio input, automation functions. The dmx usb pro has proven for a number of years that its both a reliable and robust product usable for a number of applications.
But if you wish you to request on the bug tracker, you can. Quickq supports output of dmx over network via artnetsacnpathport. The magicdmx full provides a great lighting troubleshooting system. Sep 16, 2017 these adverts are supporting the forums costs and the productsservices are not endorsed by the forum owners. Dmx usb pro mk2, the new industry standard of dmx interface. It is designed to be used with the free magicq software as a way. Magicdmx is an economic, single universe usb to dmx interface in two versions, basic and full. Magicq two universe dmx interface magicq two universe dmx interface. Magicq mq70 is the latest offering in the compact console range of small and.
It then runs through patching a show, recording cues and cue stacks and show playback. May 23, 2008 similar to many desks in the current generation of professional lighting consoles, the free magicq pc software with a cheap dmx dongle is an offer too good to refuse. Chamsys chamrackdongle rack mount dongleusb dongle for fitting in a rack mount unit for unlocking magicq automated functions. And, with the aid of a laptop and cheap dmx usb dongle, you can actually use magicq pc to run your shows. This download was scanned by our builtin antivirus and was rated as safe. Quickq also support dmx over ethernet protocols such as artnet, streaming sacn and pathport using the network port on the rear of the console. Magicq supports 3 rd party usb dmx interfaces such as the enttec pro on universe 1 only. If you cant find a personality on list of heads below, use the request a head file button below. Magicq usb to dmx interface is a usb interface and has nothing to do with artnet.
Chamsys magicdmx full interface usb dmx dongle to xlr. Chamsys magicdmx full interface usb dmx dongle to xlr description the magicdmx full interface is aimed at professional users wishing to uninterrupted dmx lighting control for shows and installations. Chamsys has a welldeserved reputation for innovation, quality and value, the same principles that are at the heart of our own chauvet brands. Two rdm 5pin dmx outputs inbuilt wifi for programming and remote control ten preset trigger buttons four phoenix connectors for connection of up to forty 10scene wall plate same software as quickq consoles simple hottakeover mode allowing external console to take control of connected fixtures. If you dont, you want maximum value from minimum spend. Chamsys mission is to utilize the latest technology to bring developments to the lighting console market with the ultimate aim of high performance at low cost with high reliability. One set of leds we use takes 6 channels on our board and there is no way to reduce that number with our current board. Chamsys magicdmx full usb to dmx interface magicdmxfull. The magicq usb two universe dmx512 interface provides 1,024 dmx outputs for use with magicq pc, magicq mac, and magicq consoles.
It eliminates the time limit, enabling it to be used for a wider variety of timesensitive applications. Lumenradio, leading manufacturer of reliable wireless technologies for the entertainment industries, is pleased to announce that martin professional and chamsys ltd. Together chamsys and chauvet are now in a position to better cover and serve worldwide markets. Quickq software is a new, radically simplified version of the magicq software, designed with a quick and easy user interface and a comprehensive featureset that makes programming easy for students, volunteers, or parttime operators, and is even comfortable to use by professionals on smallscale shows. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts.
It works with the chamsys magicq pc software on windows, mac or linux pc. It opens up locked features in magicq software including a full screen execute window and remote control options. Magicq pc software shows demo version in the titl e bar when not connected to a chamsys magicq product. Chamsys will continue to operate as an independent business unit from its facility in southampton, uk. Similar to many desks in the current generation of professional lighting consoles, the free magicq pc software with a cheap dmx dongle is an offer too good to refuse. Magicdmx basic supports output of a full dmx universe via a 3 pin female xlr connector. Chamsys magicq two universe dmx interface usb to dmx interface for magicq. If you want to buy a cheap usb to dmx dongle that works well. Chamsys dmx output has a high rate, but fits in the specifications of dmx. Magicq software offers powerful lighting control, full lighting visualisation, pixel mapping, and hd media playback that lighting designers rely on for everything from simple to the. For larger shows the mq60 can be used as a net wing connected to a pc or mac runnning magicq software to control 64 universes.
May 24, 2015 ive got my chamsys magic q dongle and have had a bunch of led cans donated to my show. Chamsys magicdmx full interface usb dmx dongle to xlr ebay. Artnet i, ii or iii, pathport, strand shownet, or sacn. It is designed to be used with the free magicq software as a way to practice programming and demo the magicq software using actual moving lights output or input one universe of dmx not time limited. Magicq pc systems are also unlocked from demo mode when connected to a magicq wing or magicq usb interface not magicdmx, the magicq rack mount dongle performs the same role in a small form factor ideal for installations with dmx overethernet. Most features in magicq and magichd are unlocked when connected to a magicq wing or magicq usb interface. Chamsys magicq two universe dmx interface usb to dmx interface for magicq pc and magic q consoles the chamsys magicq usb two universe dmx interface part no. Windows 10 and chamsys magicq pc blue room technical forum. Jun 01, 2012 tutorial on how to configure the chamsys magicdmx interface to output dmx. The 10scene wall panel has 10 buttons which can control the first 10 items on the execute page. Chamsys magicq pc wing compact usb control wing for lighting software 2port, 64universe hybrid dmx control system with 12 sliders, large rotary encoders, and keyboardstyle buttons.
If you have used the chamsys magicq software and have any thoughts, let us know in the comments section. Sign up for exclusive access to product announcements, training events, software updates and newsletters. Universes can be output on either the dmx port andor over artnet up to the total number of universes supported by the console. It is designed to be used with the free magicq software as a way to practice programming and demo the magicq software using actual moving lights time limited to 5 hours session usage.
Chamsys does not offer a rack mount product as it is not effective for us to sell such a. Magicq software runs on pcs and macs and can be downloaded free from the chamsys web site. Im looking to switch to the chamsys magicdmx software dongle that i can run from my computer, as i am really limited by my board right now. After this time it is necessary to replug the device and to restart the magicq software. Magicdmx basic is time limited to 5 hours continuous usage. The latest version of the program can be downloaded for pcs running windows xpvista7810, 32bit. Magicq usb two universe dmx512 interface usb dmx dongles. Chamsys magicq pc free lighting control software stage. Magicq software runs on pcs and macs and can be downloaded free from the chamsys web. Magicvis is a powerful visualisation system fully integrated with chamsys free magicq software to enable lighting designers to previsualise their shows, to program blind and to automatically generate rigging paperwork including plots and patch lists.
Tutorial on how to configure the chamsys magicdmx interface to output dmx. Take full advantage of our free, featurerich software options. Builtin wifi allows for remote control from a tablet or phone, which can also serve as a 2nd external monitor. If the execute grid size is set to 10x1 then there is an option in the menu to view how the 10scene panel will be laid out. Chamsys forum view topic magicq usb to dmx interface. Starting a new show with moving lights this tutorial starts a new show and patches some robe spot 2500 moving lights. Oct, 2016 lumenradio, leading manufacturer of reliable wireless technologies for the entertainment industries, is pleased to announce that martin professional and chamsys ltd. Ive got my chamsys magic q dongle and have had a bunch of led cans donated to my show. Since 2003, chamsys has harnessed the talents of lighting designers, software engineers and hardware developers to overcome the limitations of traditional consoles. It interacts with a broad array of supported 3 rd party commercial and free software running on either pcs or macs. Chamsys magicq mq60 touch screen dmx console 4 direct 12. The dmx usb pro mk2 can control up to 1024 dmx channels or receive them through one simple usb 2.
The outputs can be patched to any of the 64 universes available in the magicq software, so building a medium sized system out of several copies of this device is. Products dont become an industry standard for no reason. Magicq software rises to the occasion offering powerful lighting control on up to 200 universes with full lighting visualisation, pixel mapping, and hd media. One of the very best ways to begin controlling dmx lighting is with an enttec usb interface and any number of free pieces of software that support it it makes a great first lighting console for someone who wants to learn to light because you can experiment with a number of different pieces of software before you decide which to use though now in 2019 as i am updating this, an artnet. But with all due respect if you have the chamsys magicdmx dongle, why not use their software. It replaces an entire lighting console allowing the user to perform sophisticated shows with little more than a laptop. The chamsys online programmers competition is still accepting submissions until april 10th next week. The magicq mq70 is the newest ultrathin, flyready console from chamsys, now supporting 24 universes of control with upgrade option to 48 universes. The software includes the latest heads personalities. It is designed to be used with the free magicq software as. A community for those who use or are interested in chamsys software and hardware.
Buy your chamsys gear from sweetwater and enjoy 0% financing, free shipping, and free tech support. Introduction this document is intended to enable you to get up and running with magicq software under window, linux or mac osx. Usb dongle that unlocks restricted features in magicq magichd. The usb dongle is useful when no magicq wing or magicq interface is available to unlock these features. There are four patchable direct dmx outputs on the rear panel and a total of 12 universes over ethernet. Thomas fonseca from chamsys usa chauvet professional and duke dejong from cci solutions take a handson look at the new chamsys quickq 20 lighting console.
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