EMU lighting software: How to set up your DJ gear

[@katt8855]

Such a simple to use system. Actually started looking into the company and product because of a job posting and have gone down a rabbit hole. What a great tool for lighting designers

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hey Kathryn, much appreciated!

[@alex_ayers]

Hello!! Super excited that there is new software. I was using DMXIS originally, and I was able to use it as a VST previously, and I could control the Bank/Program parameters via MIDI protocol. I am having a hard time figuring out why the EMU VST is not showing up in my DAW. Any help on this??

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hey SVNA, sure thing. If possible can you drop some info about your setup in the EMU forum, we'll do our best to help you out! www.emulighting.com/forum-2.html

[@alex_ayers]

@@ENTTECofficial I emailed the support team, and they helped me out!! I was confused at first on how the VST worked in Ableton, but I understand it now!! Unfortunately, you guys don't have a compatible plug-in for Logic Pro users, but that would be AWESOME to see sometime soon!! Thanks 🤍🌹

[@ashcome]

great 🔥is EMU works with DMXIS ?

[@james_enttec444]

Hi @ashcome EMU works with DMXIS hardware but given how different the software is under the hood you can't import / export showfiles between each, we have however made sure the DMXIS hardware is fully supported, in future (after the global semiconductor shortage scenario has settled down) we will be looking to bring out EMU hardware too.

[@mirrorgraphics8407]

is it possible to create fixtures? if not, it would be really nice to be able to edit and create fixtures, because i tend to run lights that are hard to find if i can find them at all. Such as U-King 7ch led moving spot

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hi, It's not currently possible to create fixtures, but we add more with every release into the Crescit Library. In the meantime check the existing library as many lesser known brands have similar or even identical channel assignments.

[@koolkiwikat]

does this intergrate into serato? I want automagic vs all the manual crap

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hi, Serato appears to support VST2 and AU plug-ins, while EMU support VST3 and has recently added AU also, so it would appear that you can integrate EMU to Serato using the AU plug-in. However, if you can create a support ticket here: support.enttec.com/support/discussions/101000051977 if you want further help.

[@darkharvestentertainment]

Will the enttec open work with emu?

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hi there, EMU has been designed to work with the Pro and Pro Mk2 DMX USB devices only. You can find out more about them and where to get hold of one here: www.enttec.com/range/controls/dmx-usb-interfaces/

[@kellymurphy5799]

Can emu add midi commands to change lights, scenes, etc, directly to a backing track? I am trying to avoid using a DAW if possible.

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hi Kelly, it can indeed! Firstly you create your Banks and Programs in EMU (these are your lighting states and scenes). You can then set EMU to receive a MIDI channel and assign it to the bank or program. Once configured, note 1 in your MIDI channel will recall bank 1, note 2 will recall bank 2 ect... the exact same applies to Programs. - You can try this for yourself by heading to the website and downloading emu for yourself and giving it a go.

[@kellymurphy5799]

@@ENTTECofficial Thank you for your quick reply. However, I need clarification. I could not find anything on your site or in your forum about my questions below: Can I insert a backing track directly into EMU and then insert the midi commands throughout the song? Example, sending midi notes for precise song sections such as intro, verse, chorus, lead, verse, extro. I would also like EMU to send MIDI program changes to other external device I have such as my Kemper guitar amp and a TC-Helicon harmonizer. And, all this can be done within EMU without having to use an external DAW?

[@jamesryder3545]

Can you use soundtracker to trigger a program change?

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hi, No, but you can control it with Midi and VST mapping so you could potentially use your DAW to trigger a program change

[@jamesryder3545]

@@ENTTECofficial hi, on tracks where we don’t want to use a click it would be nice to be able to control program changes from a kick drum using sound tracker

[@ENTTECofficial]

Thank you for the feedback, we will pass it on

[@davidruiz3610]

Is there a way to use a lighting controller with EMU? I am wanting to use my controller to "Perform" my light show instead of using my mouse to draw in automation in Ableton Live. I currently have the Enttec usb pro. I figured I could send my dmx signal from my light controller to the input of the interface to communicate with EMU then send a signal out to my fixtures that was the fixtures I have mapped to the vst in ableton would react to my controller movements.

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hi David, That sounds like a good idea. - Currently EMU doesn't allow triggering commands by DMX, neither does the DMX USB Pro support DMX in and out at the same time (only DMX thru). A number of users pair EMU with a Novation launchpad or similar, to control EMU with physical buttons via MIDI. Maybe this is something that could work with your setup?

[@davidruiz3610]

@@ENTTECofficial Thank you for your reply! Using a midi controller similar to a launch pad is a back up plan for sure. I was just wanting to use the lighting controller specifically for the faders, but I guess I can find a midi controller with faders/ knobs to record my automation. I hope in the future you guys are able to create a way to use a console along with EMU, that would be awesome.

[@DjOverview]

i'm having problems connecting my led strip (ws2812b) via my arduino artnet node to emu, connection is made and i tried the generic RGB but cant get any response :( do you guys have a fixture that you recommend?

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hi, best to try your homemade node with a simple Artnet controller that gives you faders to adjust and no patch. Once that works try EMU. You can also look at our Pixel Octo node if you want hassle free pixel control www.enttec.com/product/controls/addressable-led-pixel-control/octo-din-rail-led-pixel-controller/

[@DjOverview]

@@ENTTECofficial it works!! Still having some problems with the VST though, I can place it in Ableton but cant seem to open the vst. there is no icon unlike other vst's to open the window. seems to be the same problem on mac and windows

[@ethanrdrake]

@@DjOverview Hey, did you manage to get it working in ableton? I'm having a similar issue

[@colocolo0099]

HI. Is EMU (VST plugin CUBASE 9) compatible with Enttec Open DMX USB Hardware?

[@ENTTECofficial]

Hi EMU supports the DMX USB Pro and our ethernet interfaces www.enttec.com/product/lighting-communication-protocols/dmx512/dmx-usb-interface/ www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/ethernet-to-dmx-interface/

[@FlashFremmegaardmxlight]

Is these a good stage controller with all funksjons that freeloader have.?

[@twostepdrumming6281]

Is this compatible with the DMXIS hardware?

[@james_enttec444]

Absolutely, we've even gone as far as to implement the footswitch functionality :)