The LanBox-LCX is an extremely versatile standalone controller suited for nearly any application that requires standalone control of DMX lights and other equipment. The LanBox-LCX can be programmed and controlled via the free controller software LCEdit for Windows or MaxOSX, or via third party software like Max/MSP and Isodara. Made from thick extruded aluminum, the LanBox-LCX is very robust. There is an extensive set of tutorials and other documentation available via the downloads page of this site.
The lanBox LCX can be used in a wide range of projects. Here are some examples:
Entertainment
With up to 3072 dmx channels with the LCX you can run complex professional lightshows.
Art
Many contemporary art installations are using the Lanbox-LCX.
Installations
The LanBox LCX is perfect for control of permanent installations in theme parks and museums.
Data Conversion
The LanBox LCX is used for real-time conversion of various input data to convenient output.
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General info
The LanBox-LCX is a powerful and multipurpose box. It has Ethernet, USB, MIDI in and out, DMX out, DMX in, eight analog inputs and eight digital outputs. All these inputs and outputs can be programmed to do anything: use an analogue fader to fade lights and control lightcues via DMX, use Art-Net over Ethernet to start eight ipods using the digital outputs as rs232 ports or use the DMX input to send MIDI messages. It is all possible and most importantly: it will operate without a computer, reliable and for many years.

LCX front connections
The LanBox-LCX has a DMX in- and output (A). The DMX output has a patcher and custom fading curves can be easily added for each channel. Any DMX data send to the input will be mapped to any of the 3072 channels of the internal mixer so they can be used for all kinds of programming. The MIDI ports (B) will send and accept controller and note messages to directly control individual mixer channels or even cues. But also Midi Time Code (MTC) and SysEx Midi Show Control (MSC) messages can be used. The Ethernet port (C) can be used to broadcast and receive mixer channels over Ethernet via UDP and Art-Net or to fully control and program the LanBox via TCP/IP. The USB (D) port is used for programming with e.g. LCedit.

LCX back connections
Last but not least, the LanBox-LCX has eight analog inputs and eight digital outputs, which can be used to trigger your show from external sensors and to control external actuators like relays. The inputs have a resolution of 10bit, or 1024 steps. The input will be mapped to mixer channels and you can use the inputs as a trigger or fader for any cue or channel. The outputs are multipurpose: use them as a relay, as a rs232 output or any combination. The 37 pin D-Sub connector (E), at the backside of the LanBox-LCX controller holds the connections for the analog and digital I/O but also provide multiple 6V outputs to power sensors and small relays or leds. A connector for the power supply (6VDC) (F) is also situated here.
Networking - Distribute data using UDP or Art-Net
- Broadcast data from inputs and outputs
- Full control using TCP/IP and UDP
- Fully documented communication protocols for developing purposes
Compute - Complete stand alone operation
- Store up to 999 cue lists with up to 99 cue steps
- Run up to 31 independent sequences
- Use cues to control DMX, digital outputs and MIDI
- Cues can be controlled from analog inputs, DMX input, Ethernet, MIDI, MTC and NTP
- Trigger events with extensive scripting possibilities
| General Purpose Input/Output - 8 analogue inputs with 10bit resolution
- 8 TTL compatible digital outputs
- Use digital ports to send RS232 commands
- Use analogue ports to connect buttons, dials and sensors
Show Control - Control playback with MIDI notes and controller messages
- Use MIDI Time Code to trigger cues
- Control and program using SysEx messages
- Supports Midi Show Control
- Send MIDI Data
| Lighting control - 1x DMX out, USITT DMX512-A standard
- 1x DMX in, USITT DMX512-A standard
- Art-Net receiving and broadcasting
- Patch in- and output using up to 3072 fully assignable mixer channels
Physical - Dimensions: 166 x 104 x 65 mm
- Operating temperature: 0…40 degrees Celsius
- 100-240 V ac adapter output 6V DC, ±3%
- Power consumption: max. 8 VA
- CE & FCC Approved
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