Enttec Open DMX USB

At A Glance:

• The Open DMX USB is a no-frills, inexpensive way to get into the world of controlling DMX devices from your computer. Perfect for project work, small live music and amateur theatre applications.

The OPEN DMX USB is a DMX widget used to output DMX from a computer. Simply connect it using it’s USB 2.0 Type B port and launch your compatible software.

The single Female 5 Pin DMX XLR output gives the ability to control 512 channels (1 Universe) of DMX through a range of compatible 3rd party software or your own custom application using ENTTEC’s OPEN DMX USB’s API.

The OPEN DMX USB is discovered as a USB Serial Device or virtual COM Port dependent on the FTDI driver installed on your system.

The Open DMX USB’s output is processed directly on the computer’s processor. (For devices with frame buffers and microprocessor to structure an output, see the ENTTEC DMX USB PRO and DMX USB PRO Mk2).

Designed for the hobbyist, or users who do not require the added features and protection offered in other ENTTEC DMX USB products.

Features:

• Compatible with a wide range of 3rd partysoftware.
• Designed to be powered from computer over USB.
• One female 5 Pin XLR DMX port (output only).
• Output up to 512 channels (software permitting).
• Able to integrate into custom projects with the use of the OPEN DMX USB API.

Specification:

Connectors:

• 1 x DMX Output (Female XLR5)
  1 x USB 2.0 Type-B

IP Rating:

• IP20

LED Indicators:

• No

Supported Protocols:

• USITT DMX512-A

Standalone Playback:

• No

MIDI:

• No

Maximum Output Channels:

• 1 universe (512ch)1

Max. Output Refresh Rate:

• 40FPS2

Configuration Software:

• No

Firmware Updates:

• No

Input Voltage:

• 5V DC (via USB)

Input Current:

• 300mA

Power Draw:

• 1.5W

Environmental Operating Temperature:

• 0°-50°C
• 32°-122°F

Environmental Operating Humidity:

• 5- 95% (non-condensing)

Body Material:

• Folded Aluminium

Mounting Options:

• N/A

Unit Dimensions:

• 77 x 40 x 40 mm

Unit Weight:

• 61 g / 0.13lbs

Shipping Dimensions:

• 125 x 75 x 70 mm

Shipping Weight:

• 0.16kg / 0.35lbs

Warranty:

• 3-year return to base manufacturer warranty

Box contents:

• OPEN DMX USB
• USB Type A -> USB 2.0 Type B cable

Safety:

• Do not expose the device to rain or moisture. This unit is intended for indoor use only.
• Do not remove the cover, there are no user serviceable parts inside.
• Never connect DMX GND to an electrical ‘earth’ connection.
• For additional flexibility and increased protection, ENTTEC recommends the use of a DMX splitter.

Enttec 70303 Datasheet.pdf
Enttec 70303 DMX USB Device Comparison Chart.pdf