ISIS® Software for PHOENIX XT and MENTOR

Output Patch
� Patches channel 1 to address 101 pf the fourth DMX universe, or traditionally
DMX address 1637 (512+512+512+101 = 1637).
It is not necessary to use the dot patch syntax for the first DMX universe (although
both methods are accepted), and the traditional method of patching is still possible.
Note: Setting the Display Mode to ‘Display patch by DMX lines’ becomes extremely
useful when working with the Dot Patch method.
7.4 Proportional output factor
The proportional factor in the output patch is an output limit, or scaling factor.
When the proportional factor is set to FF, the output will be full when the channel is
full. If the factor is set to 90%, the output will only be 90% when the channel is full.
This difference is usually invisible to the user, but can be seen by comparing the
Output screen with the DMX output screen.
Limiting the output to about 97% makes negligible difference visibly, but can make a
huge difference to lamp life. In the extreme, the proportional factor could be used for
low voltage lamps, although the use of electronic dimmable transformers is
recommended instead.
examples of keystrokes
� Enters the output patch screen.
� Changes the proportional factor of channel 1 to 95%.
Wheel
� Patches channel 1 to dimmer 7 at a proportional factor set by the wheel.
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