Resolum Arena 5 and Open DMX Support: A DIY Approach

In today's market, it's easy to get your hands on a device or build one yourself for a budget-friendly price of $10-20. However, having Open DMX supported in Resolume would be a fantastic feature. While it's possible to use cheap USB DMX interfaces, most of them are based on the FTDI 232 (USB to serial converter) + MAX485 (RS485) chip, including EntTec Open DMX USB.

Resolume detects Open DMX USB devices as USB PRO, and even sends signals through it. However, the signal does not make it to the physical DMX output because Enttec USB PRO has a different hardware configuration compared to Open DMX. I have tried using a few Open DMX USB devices with Resolum Arena 5.0.1, and unfortunately, none of them worked as expected.

For those who are interested in building their own device, there are many options available online. With a little creativity and some basic electronics knowledge, you can create your own DMX interface using an Arduino board or other microcontrollers. This approach not only saves money but also provides the flexibility to customize your device according to your specific needs.

In conclusion, while Resolum Arena 5 is a powerful tool for visual artists and designers, its lack of native Open DMX support makes it challenging to use with many affordable USB DMX interfaces. However, DIY enthusiasts can still explore alternative solutions to build their own devices or modify existing ones to work seamlessly with the software.

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