Quote Originally Posted by samsc
what do you mean "generic go"?

if you are using 'dmx' you have to use it like this.

if you want a 'generic go' with a protocol 'midi show control' does this.

you can trigger with midi show control in the exact same way.
By "generic go" I mean exactly that. I want to achieve with DMX what you can do with midi show control.

I am working in theatre environments that largely use the Strand 500 series LX desk. Although midi show control is supported on this desk, it is only supported as a recieving device and can not send midi show control commands. In speaking with one of the principal beta testers of the 500 series desks, he was of the firm opinion that it should remain that way. Sound sends the midi, Lighting sends the dmx. Although the 500 series is no longer in development or being produced, the Strand 500 series is going to be around for a good while yet. I would just like to send triggers using dmx without having to use 255 different effects.

Kevin