DMXcat®2.1.7.5.0.1048

DMXcat(R) makes it easy for anyone to control, analyze, or test any DMX lighting fixture, whether it’s a simple LED PAR or a complex moving light. The system consists of a small hardware dongle (purchased separately) and a suite of free mobile applications. Together, they combine to bring wireless DMX and RDM control plus other useful lighting functions to the user’s smartphone. The DMXcat solves the problem faced by all users of modern lighting equipment: How to turn on and test DMX lighting gear without using a complicated lighting console.

DMXcat app is now available in seven languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Japanese, and English.

Software Applications
There are currently five apps available for use with the DMXcat system:
.DMX Controller: A single universe (512) DMX channel controller with two user interfaces (sliders or keypad).
.Fixture Controller: Controls multi-attribute fixtures from a built in database.
.RDM Controller: For bi-directional communication and control of RDM enabled devices.
.DMX Tester: Analyze and adjust settings for transmitting or receiving DMX.
.DIP switch calculator: Simplifies the configuring of DIP switches used for setting DMX addresses.

Hardware
The DMXcat’s hardware interface is a compact battery powered device which fits easily in a pocket or tool pouch or may be worn on a belt. It uses Bluetooth LE technology for communication with the smartphone applications (up to 50’ range). Without the limitations of being physically connected, the user can move about the workspace as needed with their smartphone and run the various apps while still using the phone for on-the-job communication. The device’s five pin XLRF connector/cable assembly allows it to be connected to a point in a DMX data chain to test or control of the various DMX/RDM functions. It is charged using a standard USB to Micro-USB cable and charger. Other features include a built-in LED flashlight, an audible alarm for locating a misplaced unit, XLR5M to XLR5M Turnaround, LED status indicator, and a removable belt clip with a split ring safety point. Optional accessories include XLR5M to RJ45 Adapter, XLR5M to XLR3F Adapter, XLR5M to XLR3M Turnaround, and a Belt Pouch.

Version History This is a hotfix to resolve an issue where the onscreen keyboard does not appear. 2.1.7.5.0.1048 4d ago This version includes a minor update to the DMXCat secondary which improves RDM performance. 2.1.3.9.0.840 Sep 17 August 2026 DMX Cat E Release Notes
This is primarily a stability release. We have also fixed a number of bugs, but note that your favorite bug might not be fixed in this release.
Please note that the list below is not exhaustive.
App Issues Resolved
• A renamed CatE is no longer sometimes detected as a Cat
DMX/RDM Issues Resolved
• DMX Input timings values are now accurate across standards-compliant sources. Most out-of-compliance sources are also accurate, but some of the more extreme not-really-DMX-anymore timings may have some values inaccurate.
• DMX Input for sources with fewer than 510 slots are now correctly being processed.
• Switching between DMX Inputs is more stable
• DMX Output is now more stable
• The activity light now flashes when sending RDM packets
• DMX Input no longer overrides ethernet sources if Wired DMX is not selected. If it is selected, it’s merged at a priority above the ethernet protocols.
Ethernet DMX Issues Resolved
• Sources now uses Universe Discovery packets and some IGMP tricks to discover sACN universes on managed networks.
• Some sACN and ArtNet universe numbers were being incorrectly displayed, they are now correct.
Miscellaneous Issues Resolved
• DMX Cat-E now has a specific flash pattern when booted into bootloader mode (by holding the flashlight button on boot).
• A minor bug in the cable test was resolved
• This version resolves a formatting bug on the share files page 2.1.2.9.0.819 Aug 19 August 2026 DMX Cat E Release Notes
This is primarily a stability release. We have also fixed a number of bugs, but note that your favorite bug might not be fixed in this release.
Please note that the list below is not exhaustive.
App Issues Resolved
• A renamed CatE is no longer sometimes detected as a Cat
DMX/RDM Issues Resolved
• DMX Input timings values are now accurate across standards-compliant sources. Most out-of-compliance sources are also accurate, but some of the more extreme not-really-DMX-anymore timings may have some values inaccurate.
• DMX Input for sources with fewer than 510 slots are now correctly being processed.
• Switching between DMX Inputs is more stable
• DMX Output is now more stable
• The activity light now flashes when sending RDM packets
• DMX Input no longer overrides ethernet sources if Wired DMX is not selected. If it is selected, it’s merged at a priority above the ethernet protocols.
Ethernet DMX Issues Resolved
• Sources now uses Universe Discovery packets and some IGMP tricks to discover sACN universes on managed networks.
• Some sACN and ArtNet universe numbers were being incorrectly displayed, they are now correct.
Miscellaneous Issues Resolved
• DMX Cat-E now has a specific flash pattern when booted into bootloader mode (by holding the flashlight button on boot).
• A minor bug in the cable test was resolved 2.1.2.9.0.753 Aug 10 Fixed Issues:
Renaming dongle causes the dongle to disappear from connection scans
App would ask for a PIN when none is required
App would allow duplicate channel names in personality editor
Not all files types were sharable in the file share screen

New Features:
Redesigned File Share Screen to list view so file names are more readable
Flicker Finder is now implemented 2.1.0.9.0.0 04/09/2025 Added ability to rename DMXcat-E from BLE device list screen, while connected

Fixed Following DMXcat-E Issues:
Art-Net DMX sources would only show the first two slots
Setting DMX preset would not take affect until another DMX change
Too many streaming ACN sources could crash device
Battery percentage would not always refresh
Streaming ACN would output at 1000Hz
Multi-fixture control would only control the first fixture in a group
XLR testing for 3 pin cables only showed pass for cables with all 5 pins wired
DMX sources would not always go away in View Levels when removed
DMX timings could show incorrect wired refresh rate

Known DMXcat-E Issues:
Viewing DMX timings sometimes shows incorrect mark/break times. Refresh rate will be correct.
Flicker finder not implemented 2.0.0.9.0.164 02/28/2025 Fixed Issues:
Connecting to DMXcat-E too early after boot could cause it to crash
Boot load disconnections
View Levels for XLR input
Timings for XLR input

Known Issues:
When removing DMX input from XLR, may take minutes for app to display no signal
DMX timings may appear incorrect for 1/4s 2.0.0.9.0.96 01/22/2025 Fixed Issues:
Boot load disconnections
View Levels for XLR input
Timings for XLR input

Known Issues:
When removing DMX input from XLR, may take minutes for app to display no signal
DMX timings may appear incorrect for 1/4s 2.0.0.9.0.91 01/18/2025 Fixes bugs with incorrect labels for members within Ping Groups
Fixes potential issues when updating the DMXcat-E Secondary Firmware
Adds the device serial number to Problem Reports 2.0.0.9.0.26 12/06/2024 Fixed issue where wired DMX/RDM could crash DMXcat-E 2.0.0.9.0.16 11/27/2024 Added functionality for DMXcat-E
Added Share Files feature
Fixed Personality Editor bugs 2.0.0.9.0.0 11/27/2024 Fixed DMXcat slots per packet issue when using Max Speed mode.
Fixed issue where users must select the Transmitter app twice to configure the transmitter.
Fixed issue where pressing the increment button could cause value to increase indefinitely. 1.5.4.9.0.726 09/12/2023 v1.5.2.9.0.315
Fixed database connection issue
Fixed graphical issue in fixture controller
v1.5.2.9.0.159
Improved compatibility of RDM controller
v1.5.2.9.0.98
Fixed receive DMX function not detecting DMX
Fix DMX button from RDM controller not working properly in rare cases
Small stability fixes 1.5.2.9.0.315 10/02/2022 v1.5.2.9.0.159
Improved compatibility of RDM controller

v1.5.2.9.0.98
Fixed receive DMX function not detecting DMX
Fix DMX button from RDM controller not working properly in rare cases
Small stability fixes

v1.5.1.9.0.68
Fixed reading levels if slots were at full when opening the view levels screen
Fixed universe status screen for Multiverse Transmitter
Fixed enumerated manufacturer specific PIDs for sub-devices
Added debug log report
Fix bug with RDM sensor data 1.5.2.9.0.159 06/19/2022 v1.5.2.9.0.138
Improved compatibility of RDM controller
v1.5.2.9.0.98
Fixed receive DMX function not detecting DMX
Fix DMX button from RDM controller not working properly in rare cases
Small stability fixes
v1.5.1.9.0.68
Fixed reading levels if slots were at full when opening the view levels screen
Fixed universe status screen for Multiverse Transmitter
Fixed enumerated manufacturer specific PIDs for sub-devices
Added debug log report
Fix bug with RDM sensor data 1.5.2.0.138 06/15/2022 v1.5.2.9.0.98
Fixed receive DMX function not detecting DMX
Fix DMX button from RDM controller not working properly in rare cases
Small stability fixes
v1.5.1.9.0.68
Fixed reading levels if slots were at full when opening the view levels screen
Fixed universe status screen for Multiverse Transmitter
Fixed enumerated manufacturer specific PIDs for sub-devices
Added debug log report
Fix bug with RDM sensor data 1.5.2.9.0.98 03/24/2022 v1.5.1.9.0.68
Fixed reading levels if slots were at full when opening the view levels screen
Fixed universe status screen for Multiverse Transmitter
Fixed enumerated manufacturer specific PIDs for sub-devices
Added debug log report
Fix bug with RDM sensor data

v1.5.0.9.0.33
Fixed sensors screen for Multiverse Dimmers

v1.5.0.9.0.30
Improve RDM discovery stability 1.5.1.9.0.68 02/15/2022 Fixed sensors screen for 5942 1.5.0.9.0.33 01/14/2022 Improve RDM discovery stability
Improve RDM fault tolerance 1.5.0.9.0.31 01/09/2022 Improve RDM discovery stability 1.5.0.9.0.30 01/06/2022 v1.5.0.9.0.15
RDM Controller
- Improved multiple fixture RDM control
- Added support for status messages
- Added support for preset playback
- Added personality list to the quick settings dialog

Fixture Controller
- Added ability to show more than 6 encoders on big screens
- Added visualization of color temperature on CCT channels for some fixtures (currently only ARRI SkyPanel, will increase in the future)
- Added preset playback screen
- Added search dialog for the fixture database 1.5.0.9.0.15 10/23/2021 v1.5.0.9.0.14
RDM Controller
- Improved multiple fixture RDM control
- Added support for status messages
- Added support for preset playback
- Added personality list to the quick settings dialog

Fixture Controller
- Added ability to show more than 6 encoders on big screens
- Added visualization of color temperature on CCT channels for some fixtures (currently only ARRI SkyPanel, will increase in the future)
- Added preset playback screen
- Added search dialog for the fixture database 1.5.0.9.0.14 10/13/2021 v1.5.0.9.0.12
RDM Controller
- Improved multiple fixture RDM control
- Added support for status messages
- Added support for preset playback
- Added personality list to the quick settings dialog

Fixture Controller
- Added ability to show more than 6 encoders on big screens
- Added visualization of color temperature on CCT channels for some fixtures (currently only ARRI SkyPanel, will increase in the future)
- Added preset playback screen
- Added search dialog for the fixture database 1.5.0.9.0.12 10/06/2021 v1.5.0.9.0.7
RDM Controller
- Improved multiple fixture RDM control
- Added support for status messages
- Added support for preset playback
- Added personality list to the quick settings dialog

Fixture Controller
- Added ability to show more than 6 encoders on big screens
- Added visualization of color temperature on CCT channels for some fixtures (currently only ARRI SkyPanel, will increase in the future)
- Added preset playback screen
- Added search dialog for the fixture database 1.5.0.9.0.7 09/28/2021 v1.5.0.9.0.6
RDM Controller
- Improved multiple fixture RDM control
- Added support for status messages
- Added support for preset playback
- Added personality list to the quick settings dialog

Fixture Controller
- Added ability to show more than 6 encoders on big screens
- Added visualization of color temperature on CCT channels for some fixtures (currently only ARRI SkyPanel, will increase in the future)
- Added preset playback screen
- Added search dialog for the fixture database 1.5.0.9.0.6 09/21/2021