- STAGE CONSOLE UDMX HOW TO
- STAGE CONSOLE UDMX PRO
- STAGE CONSOLE UDMX SOFTWARE
- STAGE CONSOLE UDMX PROFESSIONAL
STAGE CONSOLE UDMX SOFTWARE
Although this is a pain, I included OTA updates in software so it's only for the first flashing. I connect an alligator clip to the wire loop and then ground it to the DMX header's GND pin. To enable programming, I put a small loop of wire on the reset pin. I neglected to include reset or program buttons to save space and I didn't have any on hand. These resistors can be deleted if you have a 3.3V programmer. This is because I use a 5V programmer (my Arduino Mega) and so I need to drop it to 3.3V so the ESP isn't fried. Note that the RX pin has a voltage divider (R5 & R6). The 2pin black header in the middle is the RX/TX for programming the ESP8266. The 2 at the top are DMX outputs and the 1 at the bottom is power and LED connections. In the image, you can see 3x 4pin headers. I wanted the final unit to be as small as possible - this meant I did this step in conjunction with the case layout (next step) in order to make sure it all fits. On your perf board, layout your components in a way that makes sense for the required wiring and that will fit in your case.
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Check out my ESP8266 Breadboard Instructable for details on making the ESP8266 breadboard friendly and then hook up your components according to the schematic. I haven't included a photo as I forgot to take one and my breadboards are in use for a new project I'm working on. If you plan to make modifications to my schematic, I'd recommend you do the same. Perf board, hookup wire, headers, project box, screws, glue. They're readily available and allow the lead to be disconnected for easier storage. LEDs - I have 2 small blue LEDs, one for each DMX universe to show activity. I use 3 pin as I have mainly cheap chinese lights with 3 pin, they are stocked more readily and they are a bit sturdier. You could use a single 5 pin for both outputs as Avolites loves to do. XLR sockets - I used 3 pin but the standard states 5 pin. There is a 3.3V version available but I had these on hand and it works. They are 5V chips but seem to take the ESPs 3.3V logic without any issues.
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Max485 - These chips produce the DMX output (they can also do input). The ESP8266 needs 3.3V but doesn't use a huge amount of it. C1 isn't needed.ģ.3V Reg - Can't remember what I used here - any 3.3V regulator will do. Pretty much anywhere that you wish to minimize wiring, this unit will come in handy.ĮSP8266 - I used the 07 model but they're all pretty similarĬaps - I used 4x 100nF even though the schematic has 5.
STAGE CONSOLE UDMX PRO
Pro lighting (moving props, trade shows, across walkways.), DJ Lighting, christmas lighting. Each DMX universe can have up to 512 channels and each channel has a value from 0 - 255.
STAGE CONSOLE UDMX PROFESSIONAL
Read more here.ĭMX is the industry standard protocol for controlling professional show and DJ lighting - it is based on the RS485 protocol. This protocol is supported by pretty much every modern lighting console or software (paid and free).
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The ESP8266 is also compatible with the Arduino IDE: and I use this as it's very familiar and thus easy.Īrtnet is a protocol that allows DMX to be sent over a standard IP network. It is available in a variety of formats and I prefer the ESP8266 07 model as it has an external antenna. It has a fast processor, more RAM and flash memory than most Arduinos and a (small) selection of GPIOs that support a few different protocols. The ESP8266 is a super cheap but powerful WiFi chip designed to bring IOT to hobbyists.
STAGE CONSOLE UDMX HOW TO
Code is available on my Github and I've written a new Instructable here explaining how to set the device to output to ws2812 pixels using Jinx If you are looking for the latest and greatest firmware, head to step 11 for details on v2.0.0 which is currently in development. Note that this Instructable assumes you are using v1.0.5 as it was the current version at time of writing. If you have already followed this Instructable, head to step 10 for details of the latest stable version: v1.2.0. This Instructable will walk you through building your own.
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When I first saw the cheap ESP8266 modules a year ago, I decided that I'd try to build a cheap DIY Artnet to DMX node. Wouldn't it be nice to have a wireless solution? While there are many commercial units available using various protocols, they are either expensive or unreliable. As a lighting technician, I often find myself having to run cables across walkways, to moving props or simply to places that are awkward to run a wire.