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Overview
MADRIX USBone is a USB 2.0 DMX512 interface. It can be used for input [DMX-IN] or output [DMX-OUT].
The MADRIX USBone allows you to control 512 DMX channels using MADRIX. But an additional MADRIX KEY [i.e. a software license] is necessary.
Loading The Drivers
▪ | Go to Preferences > Options... > Devices USB |
▪ | Activate MADRIX USBone / MADRIX NEO |
▪ | Click OK to close the window. |
Using DMX Output Or DMX Input
The MADRIX USBone allows you to send or receive data via MADRIX using 512 DMX channels.
▪ | The USBone features a 5-pin, female XLR connector. |
▪ | If you want to use DMX-IN, please use a 5-pin XLR male to 5-pin XLR male gender changer. |
▪ | Please pay attention to license requirements as stated below. |
Learn more »DMX512 [DMX-OUT]
Learn more »DMX-IN / Art-Net Remote / sACN Input
Further Configuration
Remember to configure your light matrix in the »Matrix Generator or »Patch Editor
Make sure to save your MADRIX Setup after the configuration process.
Interruption-Free Operation
To ensure interruption-free operation of the software and devices, please make sure to check the power-saving settings of Windows.
Learn more »PC Power Management
Important Information
▪ | Regarding the USBone, a MADRIX software license is not included. The MADRIX KEY is necessary for the USBone if you want to use DMX Output [DMX-OUT]. No license is required for DMX Input [DMX-IN]. |
▪ | Up to 60 interfaces can be connected to a USB host controller without having any frame rate problems. Please connect every USBone to an active USB 2.0 port or use a USB 2.0 hub with a power supply. |
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