Limbic Media MaestroDMX - User Manual

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MaestroDMX User Manual

Software V1.3.2 (July 2024)

Main Page

Introduction2
Table of Contents3
Guide Overview6
Getting Started7
Join the Community7
What's in the Box7
Core Features7
Hardware Connectivity8
Connector Interface8
Example System Setup9
Required Materials10
Installation Steps10
Updating Maestrodmx Software10
Terminology11
Connecting Maestrodmx to Your Device (PC, Tablet, Smartphone)13
Wireless Connection14
Hardwire Ethernet Connection14
Running the Web App15
Menu Banner15
System Settings16
Configuring Audio16
Pre-Gain Level16
Post-Gain Level16
Kick Sensitivity (Default: 50)16
Activity Level17
Activity Gain (Default: 0)17
Input Source17
External Audio Interface17
Troubleshooting Audio Input18
Wifi18
Wifi Settings18
Site Survey20
Network21
Network Interfaces21
Hostname23
System Information/Factory Reset23
Fixture Profiles and DMX Control24
Fixture Profiles Overview24
Help! My Fixture Profile Is Not in the Library24
Uploading Fixture Profiles to the Library24
Understanding Attributes in Maestrodmx24
Description of Dynamic Attributes25
Static Attributes25
Effect Attributes25
Creating Fixture Profiles25
Using MASTER DIMMER Vs DIMMER Types28
Using GOBO and PRISM Types28
Using COLOR WHEEL Types29
Using the ACTIVITY Attribute Type32
Modifying Existing Fixture Profiles32
Adding Modes32
Changing a Fixture's Name and Manufacturer32
Downloading a Fixture Profile32
Duplicate Fixture Profile32
Deleting Fixture Profiles32
Adding Channels to Modes and Deleting Modes32
Changing Channel Name and Type, Duplicating Channels, and Deleting Channels33
Stages34
Creating a Stage34
Patcher: Adding Fixtures to a Stage34
Adding Fixtures to a Stage35
Editing Individual Fixtures in the Patcher36
Save as Profile & Replace from Profile37
Layout: Fixture Groups and Mapping38
Fixture Groups38
Pixel and Mover Mapping38
Control: Centering Moving Heads and more40
Running a Show41
Show Overview41
Trigger Buttons41
Trigger Button Controls41
Live Control44
Enabling/Disabling Trigger Buttons46
Show Control47
Switching between Live and Show Control48
Creating Cues48
Editing Cues48
Managing Multiple Shows48
Patterns, Parameters, and Color Palettes50
Patterns Overview50
Core Pattern Descriptions50
Maestro Pattern Parameters51
Advanced Parameters52
Core Pattern Parameters52
Understanding Color Palettes53
Individual Vs. Grouped Palettes53
Using Colour Palettes53
Control Maestrodmx with MIDI54
MIDI Input Specification54
Choosing and Testing a MIDI Controller55
Hand Controllers56
Foot Controllers56
Software Options56
Testing Your MIDI Controller56
Troubleshooting57
Troubleshooting Guide57
Safety59
Maestro DMX Safety Hazards59
Owner/User Responsibilities60
Certifications60
Hardware60
Dimensions60
Electrical61
Power Input61
USB Ports61
Frequency61
Wireless Security61
Modulation Technology61
Wifi USB Dongle62
Wireless Range62
TP-Link TL-WN725N USB Wifi Dongle Regulatory Declarations of Conformity62
Fcc Statement62
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement63
CE Mark Warning64
Eu Declaration of Conformity64
RF Exposure Information64
Canadian Compliance Statement65
Radiation Exposure Statement65
Déclaration D'exposition aux Radiations65
Industry Canada Statement65
NCC Notice66
BSMI Notice66
Safety Information67
Symbol Explanation68

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Limbic Media MaestroDMX Specifications

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Brand	Limbic Media
Model	MaestroDMX
Category	Controller
Language	English

Limbic Media MaestroDMX - User Manual

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Limbic Media MaestroDMX Specifications