{"product_id":"disco-240-dmx512-lighting-controller","title":"DISCO 240 Lighting Controller Console DMX512","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDISCO 240 Lighting Controller Console DMX512 – Powerful Control for Dynamic Light Shows\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDISCO 240 Lighting Controller Console DMX512\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDMX512 Stage Lighting Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDISCO 240\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDMX512\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScanner-Control Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e192 channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoving-Light Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 programmable scanner \/ fixture positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannels per Fixture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 16 channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimmer Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChase Programs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 chases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Steps per Chase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 steps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Chase Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480 steps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScene Pause Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1–25.5 seconds per step\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrossfade Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1–25.5 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 × 2 character LCD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDMX Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-pin XLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMemory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128K memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eController Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5V \/ 2000mA via power adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e483 × 178 × 80 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 3.25 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProgrammable DMX512 Control for Stage Lighting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DISCO 240 gives lighting operators a dedicated hardware console for controlling DMX-compatible stage fixtures without relying on a computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts moving-light section provides access to \u003cstrong\u003eup to 16 channels per programmed fixture\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChannels 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e12 Chases with Up to 480 Program Steps\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DISCO 240 supports \u003cstrong\u003e12 programmable chases\u003c\/strong\u003e, with up to \u003cstrong\u003e40 steps per chase\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e480 total chase steps\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chase can contain a sequence of lighting states that play automatically during an event. This makes it possible to prepare different sequences for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcert performances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDJ sets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWedding entrances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDance-floor lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorporate events\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheatre scenes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClub lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStage performances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth scene pause time and crossfade speed can be adjusted between \u003cstrong\u003e0.1 and 25.5 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing operators to create anything from quick lighting changes to slower transitions between programmed looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e24-Channel Conventional Dimmer Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to intelligent-light programming, the DISCO 240 includes \u003cstrong\u003e24 channels for conventional dimmer control\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the desk useful in mixed lighting systems where moving lights may operate alongside conventional dimmers or other DMX-controlled intensity channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dedicated dimmer section provides another layer of control without requiring a second console for basic intensity operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePan and Tilt X\/Y Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller includes an X\/Y control function that allows two DMX channels to be assigned to movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly useful when operating:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeam moving heads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpot moving heads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash moving heads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScanners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther DMX fixtures with pan and tilt functions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual also allows the assigned X\/Y channels to be changed according to the DMX layout of the connected fixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLCD Display for Programming and Playback\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e16 × 2 character LCD display\u003c\/strong\u003e provides information about chase number, program step, DMX channel values, speed and operating mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LCD also helps when editing programmed chases or checking the current operating state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3-Pin XLR DMX512 Connection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe console uses a \u003cstrong\u003e3-pin XLR DMX512 interface\u003c\/strong\u003e for connecting compatible lighting fixtures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DISCO 240 manual identifies the DMX wiring as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePin 1: Ground\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePin 2: DMX negative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePin 3: DMX positive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual recommends \u003cstrong\u003e120-ohm screened DMX cable\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBest For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DISCO 240 DMX512 Lighting Controller is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMobile DJs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWedding production companies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvent-lighting operators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNightclubs and lounges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall and medium concert stages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheatre productions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchools and auditoriums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHotels and ballrooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAV rental companies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHouses of worship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStage-lighting installers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvent-production companies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe documented DISCO 240 package includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × DISCO 240 lighting controller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × DMX512 signal cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × power adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × user manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackage contents are specified in the DISCO 240 operating documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatible Lighting Equipment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DISCO 240 can control compatible DMX512 fixtures whose channel layouts fall within the controller's programming capabilities, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeam moving heads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpot moving heads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash moving heads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScanner lights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLED PAR lights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrobe lights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffect lights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaser fixtures with DMX control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDMX dimmer packs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fixture's DMX channel chart should always be checked before programming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow Many Moving Heads Can the DISCO 240 Control?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe console provides \u003cstrong\u003e12 programmable scanner or intelligent-fixture positions\u003c\/strong\u003e, with up to \u003cstrong\u003e16 control channels per fixture position\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts documentation also includes a separate 24-channel conventional dimmer section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow Many Scenes Can Be Programmed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DISCO 240 provides \u003cstrong\u003e12 programmable chase programs\u003c\/strong\u003e with up to \u003cstrong\u003e40 steps in each chase\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives the controller a total documented capacity of \u003cstrong\u003e480 chase steps\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the DISCO 240 Control 16-Channel Moving Heads?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each programmed moving-light position can access up to \u003cstrong\u003e16 DMX control channels\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChannels 1–8 and 9–16 are accessed through separate control pages, allowing fixtures with more than eight DMX functions to be programmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the Controller Have Pan and Tilt Control?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The DISCO 240 includes an assignable X\/Y control function for the channels used by a fixture's pan and tilt movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe operator assigns the relevant DMX channels according to the connected fixture's channel chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes It Have Built-In Dimmer Control?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The console includes \u003cstrong\u003e24 conventional dimmer channels\u003c\/strong\u003e in addition to its scanner-control functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is useful when a production combines intelligent fixtures with conventional DMX dimmer channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat DMX Connector Does It Use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DISCO 240 uses a \u003cstrong\u003e3-pin XLR DMX512 interface\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse proper DMX data cable rather than standard microphone cable for longer or more complex installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan Programs Run Automatically?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Programmed chase sequences can be played back with adjustable pause and crossfade timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe operator can also manually control channels when live intervention is required during a performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eElectrical \u0026amp; Operating Safety\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor installation, use properly wired DMX cable and ensure all connected stage-lighting equipment is operated according to its manufacturer requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuy DISCO 240 DMX512 Lighting Controller in UAE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDISCO 240 Lighting Controller Console DMX512\u003c\/strong\u003e provides programmable control for moving lights, dimmers and DMX stage fixtures in one dedicated hardware console.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStagify supplies professional stage-lighting and event-production equipment across Dubai and the UAE for DJs, venues, AV companies, lighting technicians and rental businesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact Stagify for compatibility advice, project requirements and bulk stage-lighting enquiries.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stagify MENA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47956369408221,"sku":"DISCO240","price":284.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/6594\/6845\/files\/DISCO-240-Lighting-Controller-Console-DMX512-3.jpg?v=1779606820","url":"https:\/\/stagify.ae\/products\/disco-240-dmx512-lighting-controller","provider":"Stagify","version":"1.0","type":"link"}