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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

Do I need a MADRIX

®

 NEO and a MADRIX

®

 KEY? 

No.  The  MADRIX

®

  software  license  for  512  DMX  channels  data  output  is 

already  included.  The  MADRIX

®

  KEY  is  not  necessary  for  operating  the 

MADRIX

®

  NEO.  However,  you  may  connect  both  to  your  computer  to  use 

their output features together. 

 

Is it possible to use more than one MADRIX

®

 NEO? 

Yes. Up to 60 NEOs can be connected to a USB host controller and used at 

the same time. Please connect every NEO to an active USB 2.0 port or use 

an USB 2.0 hub with a power supply. 

 

Does the NEO work in stand-alone mode? 

No. The NEO needs to be connected to a personal computer. 

 

Can I use a mobile computer instead of a desktop computer? 

Yes. Mobile computers, such as laptops/notebooks, may be used to run the 

MADRIX

®

 software. Please pay attention to the system requirements. 

 

Can I use other software apart from MADRIX

®

 to control lights? 

No. The recommended software is MADRIX

®

 

Can I use this interface to control lasers, moving heads, or scanners? 

No. The software is not designed for such an application. 

 

What does the blinking LED mean? 

Please read the chapter “Description Of LED Codes” in this quick start guide. 

 

Can I repair the MADRIX

®

 NEO myself? 

No. Do not attempt any repairs. Any attempt will void your warranty! Please 

contact your dealer if the device seems to be defective.  

 

What can I do if my interface does not work anymore during the 

warranty period?  

Please contact your dealer. 

Summary of Contents for NEO

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...you fully understand all information This MADRIX NEO quick start guide is available in English The MADRIX software and its user manuals are also available in English Made in Germany Imprint inoage Gmb...

Page 3: ...suse happenings circumstances or actions that inoage GmbH does not have influence on no matter if the damages as well as consequential damages are direct or indirect whether they are special damages o...

Page 4: ...indoor use Do not use the interface in humid environments and avoid contact with water or any other liquids Turn off the power if you are not using the device for a long time There are no user servic...

Page 5: ...e FCC 2003 Title 47 Part 15 class A Radio frequency devices This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful...

Page 6: ...required for Sound2Light and Music2Light To access the full range of features it is recommended to install the MADRIX software provided with the NEO Software updates are free of charge for the purchas...

Page 7: ...reen installation instructions as described below DO NOT CONNECT THE MADRIX NEO TO YOUR COMPUTER BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Please click Next to start the installation You may end the process at a...

Page 8: ...ost important components for operating the MADRIX NEO Please click Next The next section called Destination Folder allows you to select the location on your hard drive where the software will be insta...

Page 9: ...in the list Using The MADRIX NEO As DMX IN Interface You can use this interface to send or receive DMX data via MADRIX If you want to use DMX IN please use a Male to Male 3 pin or 5 pin XLR Gender Cha...

Page 10: ...nnector Layout The images below outline the general pin layout of 5 pin or 3 pin XLR ports 5 Pin Description 3 Pin 1 Shield Ground 2 DMX 3 DMX 4 Spare 5 Spare Support And MADRIX Help And Manual For mo...

Page 11: ...sonal computer Can I use a mobile computer instead of a desktop computer Yes Mobile computers such as laptops notebooks may be used to run the MADRIX software Please pay attention to the system requir...

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