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Universe patch

The mapping of console fixtures or parameters to addresses within one or more lighting-control universes.

Also known as: DMX patch

Reviewed

Setup

  • The patch reconciles physical devices, modes, start addresses, network universes, gateways, conflicts, reserved ranges, and paperwork so control reaches the intended equipment.

Venue contexts

  • Theatre, concerts, festivals, broadcast, and corporate events, as applicable

Signal flow

  • Confirm the source, patch, transport, control, and destination for the system involved.

In practice

The patch reconciles physical devices, modes, start addresses, network universes, gateways, conflicts, reserved ranges, and paperwork so control reaches the intended equipment.

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