DMX with QM2K

[masterpj]

I didn't went into flames though just 1 chip burned I heard eventually.
so it was not that much of an hassle.
Also it's nice to know that I don't need to waste money on a analog dmx splitter

[norty303]

Also it's nice to know that I don't need to waste money on a analog dmx splitte

Its not a waste, if you start using a reasonable number of fixtures, its advisable to use one anyway as it makes fault finding much quicker/easier.

One output to rear bar, one to front bar, one to the house bar, if you get a problem with the house lights, you only have to troubleshoot 1/3rd of your cable/fixtures.

The 4 way Stairville unit is very affordable and also actually considered very good in the industry

[Stuka]

A bit late to this thread but just to give some context to the 'burning up in flames!!!' thing.

It is NOT unusual for power to find its way onto DMX lines from faults, phantom power on mic lines (a reason for sticking to the 5 pin DMX standard), etc

It is simply good practise to use a splitter of some sort that has opto-isolated outputs to ensure any voltage doesn't go direct to your DMX device. An even more expensive error if its also your ILDA device.

Good points - thanks!!

[cyberb0b]

I heard this from bob, bob works very close with pangolin so a very reliable source indeed.
it's not an issue though I think it's required.
I'll ask bob some more details about this tomorrow.

Close, close? I know Bill, But who does not?

[masterpj]

Close, close? I know Bill, But who does not?

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