ControlGo Glossary
This glossary provides definitions and explanations for key terms and components related to the ControlGo device, aiding users in better understanding the system and its functionalities.
Arrow Buttons
Physical buttons located to the right of the display, used to navigate through menus and adjust settings. These include Up, Down, Left, and Right buttons for intuitive directional control.
Back/Esc Button
A physical button on the left side of the screen, used to return to the previous menu or exit to the home screen.
Bluetooth Key
A 6-digit code used to pair the ControlGo device with other Bluetooth-compatible devices, such as the CRMX Toolbox App, to secure the wireless connection.
Channel Fader
A slider in the interface used to adjust DMX channel values directly, providing fine control over individual lighting parameters.
CRMX
Stands for Cognitive Radio Multiplexer. This proprietary technology, developed by LumenRadio, allows secure wireless transmission of DMX and RDM data. The built-in LumenRadio TimoTwo module in ControlGo supports CRMX and W-DMX, enabling robust wireless control.
DMX (Digital Multiplex)
A protocol used to control lighting fixtures. ControlGo manages 512 DMX channels, or one full DMX universe, allowing for direct control of individual channels and precise adjustments.
DMX Output View
A screen providing detailed information about current DMX signals, such as channel values and output status. This view helps technicians monitor and verify DMX data flow.
DMX Recorder
A function allowing the recording of DMX signals for later playback. The recording is stored in slots, allowing multiple shows or sequences to be captured and replayed on demand.
Enter Button
A button located to the right of the screen, rounded by arrow buttons, used to confirm selections and enter specific modes or settings screens.
Fixture
A lighting unit that can be controlled using the ControlGo. Fixtures are assigned a DMX address for identification and control within the DMX universe.
Fixture Control
A function in ControlGo used to manage and manipulate parameters of connected lighting fixtures. It includes individual control of channels, group functionality, and adjustments of different lighting settings.
Group Button
Buttons located above the display that allow users to select and manage up to four fixture groups. Groups enable simultaneous control of multiple fixtures that share similar settings.
Group Master
A control that adjusts the overall brightness or dimmer setting of all fixtures within a selected group. The Group Master allows collective intensity adjustment without altering individual fixture settings.
Gear Button
A physical button used to access settings or edit modes for fixtures or groups. It can also reset fader levels when held for an extended duration.
Hold Time
The duration for which a lighting step maintains a particular value before transitioning to the next step. Hold Time is essential in sequences for controlling the pause between changes in lighting states.
Info Button
A button positioned on the left side of the screen that opens the DMX Output View or other contextual information screens, helping users access additional information about the device's current functions.
Library Management
A feature allowing users to add or remove fixture files stored on ControlGo. Users can upload fixtures via USB and organize them within Manufacturer or User libraries for easy access.
Linking Key
An 8-digit code used in LumenRadio's CRMX technology to link transmitters and receivers securely. The Linking Key ensures that only authorized devices can connect, allowing for secure cloning of transmitters or seamless linking of receivers.
Patch
The process of assigning DMX addresses to lighting fixtures to ensure proper control and communication. In ControlGo, the Patch Screen allows users to select libraries and assign DMX addresses using on-screen instructions.
Push Encoder
A rotary control with a push function, used to adjust various settings such as DMX channel values or fixture parameters. Each encoder is backlit to indicate its current status and control function. The backlight color also helps match the corresponding function on the screen, providing a visual cue for easy identification.
React to Master
A setting that allows the fixture dimmer to be affected by both the main ControlGo master dimmer and the group master dimmer, providing integrated intensity control.
RDM (Remote Device Management)
A protocol for bi-directional communication over a DMX line, enabling users to modify settings of connected fixtures remotely. ControlGo supports RDM for both CRMX and wired DMX connections.
Save Show
A function in the Show Library that allows users to save their current setup, including fixtures, groups, presets, sequences, and DMX recordings. Users can save a new version or create an entirely new show for easy recall.
Sequences
A feature that lets users create step-based lighting effects by combining different Snapshots. Sequences define the order, timing (fade and hold times), and transitions between lighting states to create dynamic visual effects.
Show Tools Button
A button used to access Snapshots and Sequences for managing and controlling lighting presets. It is located on the left side of the screen and helps in efficiently setting up and managing lighting scenes.
Snapshot
A saved "picture" of the entire DMX universe at a specific moment, capturing all channel values. Snapshots are used in sequences or recalled to quickly reproduce a desired lighting state.
TimoTwo
An embedded module by LumenRadio, responsible for handling wireless DMX and RDM communication within the ControlGo. It supports both CRMX and W-DMX protocols.
Universe Metadata
Metadata assigned to DMX universes, such as Name, Color, or Device Name. This data helps users manage and identify different DMX universes in large lighting setups.
W-DMX
A wireless DMX technology that supports both G3 and G4S protocols. ControlGo’s TimoTwo module is compatible with W-DMX, providing an alternative to CRMX for wireless control of lighting fixtures.