JLEvents Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Hi all,I tried to do a search for this but not sure if the search feature is working (I'm using an iPhone). I'm looking for a USB DMX controller for mobile disco use and the odd event lighting hire. It's only to control a few Martin scanners that I'm currently controlling using an old 2510 playback controller. I don't want to spend out on the likes of a lj or sunlite one as I don't think it'll be used to its full potential. Does anyone have any experience with the American Dj mydmx or similar cheapish ones on eBay? Many thanksLee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alistermorton Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I guess you want to use a PC or laptop to control your fixtures, in which case it's worth deciding a short list of software that fits the bill first, as not all software will work with all dongles. MagicQ + chamsys own Magic DMX dongle is probably your lowest entry price route.Chamsys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLEvents Posted March 22, 2012 Author Share Posted March 22, 2012 I'll download and have a play tonight, 1 question though. The basic comes with a 3 pin XLR for has to be reset after 5 hours use and the full comes with a 5 pin XLR? All my fixtures are 3 pin well except some old Njd stuff that gathering dust, would I need to get a 3 pin to 5 pin converter for it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam L F Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Depending on what you want to get then yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wol Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 If you have 3 pin kit, and buy the basic, then a 3 pin XLR will be fine. If you buy the full version, then you'll need a 5 to 3 adapter, and not a 3 to 5 converter as you mention :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLEvents Posted March 23, 2012 Author Share Posted March 23, 2012 Just ordered the basic one to see how I get on, cheers everyone thought I'd have to pay a lot more than that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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