DISCO 240 Lighting Controller Console DMX512

DISCO 240 Lighting Controller Console DMX512 – Powerful Control for Dynamic Light Shows

The DISCO 240 Lighting Controller Console DMX512 is a programmable stage-lighting desk designed for moving heads, scanners and conventional dimmer control. It provides DMX512 output, control for 12 programmable moving-light positions with up to 16 channels each, 24 dimmer channels, 12 programmable chases and up to 480 total chase steps for professional event and venue lighting systems.

Technical Specifications

The figures above are taken from the DISCO 240 manual. Its documentation lists 192 scanner-control channels and separately provides 24 dimmer channels, while its DMX address-distribution section uses addresses within the 1–240 range.

Programmable DMX512 Control for Stage Lighting

The DISCO 240 gives lighting operators a dedicated hardware console for controlling DMX-compatible stage fixtures without relying on a computer.

Its moving-light section provides access to up to 16 channels per programmed fixture, allowing common functions such as pan, tilt, dimming, colour, gobo, shutter and other DMX parameters to be operated when those functions are supported by the connected light.

Channels 1–8 can be accessed directly from the channel controls, while the additional channel page provides access to channels 9–16. The console also includes dedicated X/Y control assignment for pan and tilt functions, making it particularly practical for moving heads and scanner-style fixtures.

For event companies, clubs and stage operators, this provides more hands-on control than triggering every fixture individually. Multiple lighting states can be programmed in advance and recalled during the show.

12 Chases with Up to 480 Program Steps

The DISCO 240 supports 12 programmable chases, with up to 40 steps per chase and 480 total chase steps.

A chase can contain a sequence of lighting states that play automatically during an event. This makes it possible to prepare different sequences for:

• Concert performances

• DJ sets

• Wedding entrances

• Dance-floor lighting

• Corporate events

• Theatre scenes

• Club lighting

• Stage performances

Both scene pause time and crossfade speed can be adjusted between 0.1 and 25.5 seconds, allowing operators to create anything from quick lighting changes to slower transitions between programmed looks.

24-Channel Conventional Dimmer Control

In addition to intelligent-light programming, the DISCO 240 includes 24 channels for conventional dimmer control.

This makes the desk useful in mixed lighting systems where moving lights may operate alongside conventional dimmers or other DMX-controlled intensity channels.

The dedicated dimmer section provides another layer of control without requiring a second console for basic intensity operation.

Pan and Tilt X/Y Control

The controller includes an X/Y control function that allows two DMX channels to be assigned to movement.

Once the relevant pan and tilt channels are assigned, the operator can control fixture positioning using the console's X/Y control rather than adjusting the two movement channels separately.

This is particularly useful when operating:

• Beam moving heads

• Spot moving heads

• Wash moving heads

• Scanners

• Other DMX fixtures with pan and tilt functions

The manual also allows the assigned X/Y channels to be changed according to the DMX layout of the connected fixture.

LCD Display for Programming and Playback

A 16 × 2 character LCD display provides information about chase number, program step, DMX channel values, speed and operating mode.

For operators working in dark venues, a dedicated console display makes programming and recalling lighting sequences easier than relying only on numbered buttons or channel sliders.

The LCD also helps when editing programmed chases or checking the current operating state.

3-Pin XLR DMX512 Connection

The console uses a 3-pin XLR DMX512 interface for connecting compatible lighting fixtures.

The DISCO 240 manual identifies the DMX wiring as:

• Pin 1: Ground

• Pin 2: DMX negative

• Pin 3: DMX positive

The manual recommends 120-ohm screened DMX cable and a 120-ohm termination resistor at the final fixture when appropriate. It also advises adding a DMX signal amplifier for cable runs exceeding approximately 200 metres or installations containing a large number of fixtures.

Best For

The DISCO 240 DMX512 Lighting Controller is suitable for:

• Mobile DJs

• Wedding production companies

• Event-lighting operators

• Nightclubs and lounges

• Small and medium concert stages

• Theatre productions

• Schools and auditoriums

• Hotels and ballrooms

• AV rental companies

• Houses of worship

• Stage-lighting installers

• Event-production companies

What's in the Box

The documented DISCO 240 package includes:

• 1 × DISCO 240 lighting controller

• 1 × DMX512 signal cable

• 1 × power adapter

• 1 × user manual

Package contents are specified in the DISCO 240 operating documentation.

Compatible Lighting Equipment

The DISCO 240 can control compatible DMX512 fixtures whose channel layouts fall within the controller's programming capabilities, including:

• Beam moving heads

• Spot moving heads

• Wash moving heads

• Scanner lights

• LED PAR lights

• Strobe lights

• Effect lights

• Laser fixtures with DMX control

• DMX dimmer packs

The fixture's DMX channel chart should always be checked before programming.

How Many Moving Heads Can the DISCO 240 Control?

The console provides 12 programmable scanner or intelligent-fixture positions, with up to 16 control channels per fixture position.

Its documentation also includes a separate 24-channel conventional dimmer section.

How Many Scenes Can Be Programmed?

The DISCO 240 provides 12 programmable chase programs with up to 40 steps in each chase.

That gives the controller a total documented capacity of 480 chase steps.

Can the DISCO 240 Control 16-Channel Moving Heads?

Yes. Each programmed moving-light position can access up to 16 DMX control channels.

Channels 1–8 and 9–16 are accessed through separate control pages, allowing fixtures with more than eight DMX functions to be programmed.

Does the Controller Have Pan and Tilt Control?

Yes. The DISCO 240 includes an assignable X/Y control function for the channels used by a fixture's pan and tilt movement.

The operator assigns the relevant DMX channels according to the connected fixture's channel chart.

Does It Have Built-In Dimmer Control?

Yes. The console includes 24 conventional dimmer channels in addition to its scanner-control functions.

This is useful when a production combines intelligent fixtures with conventional DMX dimmer channels.

What DMX Connector Does It Use?

The DISCO 240 uses a 3-pin XLR DMX512 interface.

Use proper DMX data cable rather than standard microphone cable for longer or more complex installations.

Can Programs Run Automatically?

Yes. Programmed chase sequences can be played back with adjustable pause and crossfade timing.

The operator can also manually control channels when live intervention is required during a performance.

Electrical & Operating Safety

The DISCO 240 should be kept away from water, excessive moisture, dust and static electricity. Its manual also advises against connecting or disconnecting DMX communication cables while equipment is powered.

For installation, use properly wired DMX cable and ensure all connected stage-lighting equipment is operated according to its manufacturer requirements.

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