Video Tutorials
Learn lighting controls with step-by-step video guides
DMXDesktop Video Tutorials
Explore our in-depth video guides to help you get started with DMXDesktop and master its features. Each tutorial includes chapters so you can jump straight to the topics that matter most.
Getting Started with DMXDesktop
This step-by-step guide walks you through everything from download and installation to setting up your first fixtures and outputs.
In this video, you'll learn:
- ✓ How to download and install DMXDesktop
- ✓ Setting up your first DMX universe
- ✓ Adding and configuring fixtures
- ✓ Getting your first lights responding to commands
Patching & Aligning Moving Fixtures
Learn how to patch and align moving fixtures for precise control over your lights.
In this video, you'll learn:
- ✓ How to patch moving fixtures correctly
- ✓ Aligning fixtures for seamless movement
- ✓ Setting up movement limits and center positions
- ✓ Ensuring fixtures are arranged properly for consistent control
Effect Cues Walkthrough
Explore how to use Effect Cues for dynamic lighting effects, seamless playback, and smooth transitions.
In this video, you'll learn:
- ✓ How Effect Cues are structured
- ✓ Using multiple Effect Cues at once
- ✓ Playback techniques for smooth transitions
- ✓ Setting up a Fall Back Cue for scene management
Configuring Multi-Lamp & Pixel Fixtures
Learn how to set up multi-cell LED bars, pixel-mapped fixtures, and multi-lamp moving heads for precise control.
In this video, you'll learn:
- ✓ Patching and configuring multi-lamp and pixel-based fixtures
- ✓ Setting up individual control for each lamp or pixel
- ✓ Organizing and controlling pixel-mapped effects
Navigating the DMXDesktop Console
Get familiar with the DMXDesktop console, covering everything from basic layout to advanced movement sequences and custom themes.
In this video, you'll learn:
- ✓ How to navigate the DMXDesktop console
- ✓ Using Flash Buttons, Quick Controls, and Fog Overrides
- ✓ Working with Live Controls and Manual Overrides
- ✓ Creating and editing Live Edits and Movement Sequences
- ✓ Customizing Color Themes and Patch Schedules
- ✓ How to create a fixture profile from scratch
DMXDesktop Settings Overview
Learn how to fine-tune your lighting setup with general settings, networking, MIDI, audio sync, and backups.
In this video, you'll learn:
- ✓ Adjusting strobe, blinder, and flash button settings
- ✓ Configuring Art-Net, sACN, and USB DMX devices
- ✓ Setting up MIDI and audio synchronization
- ✓ Using Live DMX Table, Backup & Restore, and Account Settings
Mobile Remote Control Guide
Control your DMXDesktop lighting setup remotely from your phone or tablet.
In this video, you'll learn:
- ✓ Enabling the mobile remote control
- ✓ Adjusting the Master Dimmer remotely
- ✓ Controlling BPM & BPM Tap for precise timing
- ✓ Triggering Effect Cues and Live Edits for seamless transitions
Beam Effects Demo
A demo of each built-in Beam Effect and how to create dynamic and eye-catching beam looks.
In this video, you'll learn:
- ✓ A demo of each built-in Beam Effect
- ✓ How to create dynamic and eye-catching beam looks
- ✓ How these effects can be layered for more impact
DJ Mode - Autonomous Lightshows
Learn how to use DJ Mode for intelligent autonomous lighting that adapts to your music.
Cue Stacks, Lyrics + Video/Karaoke Playback
Introduction to the latest features available from v1.0.43
In this video, you'll learn:
- ✓ How to setup Cue Stacks, and use them during your show
- ✓ How to activate the Lyrics Mode, use the Lyrics Window and customise its look & feel
- ✓ How to playback video (mp4 etc) or Karaoke MP3+G files