Catalyst Manual - Cal Stage

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Understanding DMX-512
console, some Catalyst parameters might have different labels for parameter
names and functions than are listed within this manual. Consult your lighting
console manual for further information.
DMX Output Displays. Although all lighting consoles output the same 512
channels of DMX per link, the on-screen labeling often differs. Parameter
functions are displayed in either alpha-numeric descriptions (strobe 1),
percentage (0-100%) or decimal (0-255 for 8-bit and 0-65535 for 16-bit). Consult
your lighting console manual for further information.
16-bit DMX. Individual access of the two DMX channels used with 16-bit
parameters varies by lighting console. Consult your lighting console manual for
further information.
Default Values. While all Catalyst layer parameters have a range of possible DMX
values starting at zero, not all functions should default to zero. Many lighting
consoles define default DMX values for a fixture within the fixture’s library or
with a default scene or cue. High End Systems has recommended a set of defaults
to create consistent and predictable profiles across consoles.
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