ELC Lighting

dmXLAN Buddy

The dmXLAN Buddy is a compact, entry-level DMX to Ethernet interface that delivers the same reliable ELC build quality in an accessible, affordable package.

Ideal for newcomers, students, simple lighting applications, or as a practical test tool, the dmXLAN Buddy provides up to 1024 DMX channels and integrates seamlessly into a dmXLAN network. It is fully compatible with ELC’s free dmXLAN v4 software, allowing you to configure and manage your setup quickly and easily.

With ELC quality at a highly competitive price point, the dmXLAN Buddy is an easy way to get started with professional-grade DMX control without overcomplicating your system.

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Features

  • Power over USB-B port
  • Single configurable RGB status LED
  • 2 Bi-directional DMX ports (XLR 5-pin female)
  • RDM compatible with RDM proxy support (output only)
  • Supports sACN, Art-Net & Shownet
  • Integrated DMX controller web page to turn the device into a simple standalone DMX controller, similar to the ELC FocusHAND remote
  • Simple programming through Buddy Setup
  • Remote (offline) programming and monitoring and fixture parameter override using dmXLAN v4 or Fixture Tester
  • DMX Output normal, HTP, Priority merging, Softpatch (channel by channel), programmable merging with DMX channel control
  • Support for WYSIWYG, Depence, Capture, Vision and other visualization software
Protocols
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    Art-Net

    Broadcast DMX512 data across IP networks.
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    sACN

    Transmit DMX512 data efficiently with multicast capabilities.
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    RDM

    Bi-directional communication for configuring and monitoring connected devices.
Highlights
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    dmXLAN compatible

    dmXLAN allows you to configure, control, test, and monitor network and lighting devices, without the need for an external lighting console.
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    Standalone Focus Remote

    The built-in web page turns it into a simple standalone DMX controller, like the ELC focusHAND.
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    Advanced softpatching

    Merge up to three universes with full channel‑by‑channel configurability and external merge control.
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