When an N3 Satellite is configured as DMX master, it enables the Ketra system to control an external DMX system. Using Design Studio, you can program DMX output values into Ketra scenes and shows. When one of those scenes or shows is triggered through the Ketra system (e.g., by a button press on a Ketra or Homeworks QS keypad), the N3 Satellite sends the corresponding DMX levels to the external DMX system.
The N3 Satellite's DMX output port supports a full DMX universe at 44 Hz frame rate.
Workflow
1. Physically install and connect power to Ketra’s products.
2. Run the Design Studio software and create an installation file.
3. Create groups and add devices as required for project application.
4. Configure profile ranges for DMX output in Ketra Tech Tool and save configurations.
5. Sort each profile into a Ketra group in Design Studio.
6. Customize each group as part of a scene in Design Studio.
7. Assign the scene to an input source, i.e., a Homeworks QS keypad button, Ketra keypad button, contact-closure input, or time trigger in a show.
8. “Publish” Ketra installation data.
9. Set up 3rd party DMX receiver(s) to listen to the appropriate channels.
For instructions on steps 2-8, see the Design Studio user manual.
Performance
There is virtually no lag between input (e.g., keypad button press) and DMX receiver response.