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PC_DIMMER, published by Dr.-Ing. Christian Nöding, is a lighting control application that falls within the stage lighting and DMX control software category. Its purpose is to enable the control of DMX512-compatible stage lights directly from a computer, making it suitable for theatrical productions, live events, concerts, and other venues where programmable lighting is required. The software supports both RGB-LED fixtures and traditional halogen lamps, communicating with them through DMX512 signals so that users can manage dimming, color, and other lighting parameters from a single interface. Among its core features are effect programming, which allows the creation of dynamic lighting sequences, as well as scene management for storing and recalling predefined lighting states, and dynamic controls for real-time adjustments during a performance. PC_DIMMER also provides integration with external hardware controllers, including the Behringer X-Touch and the Elgato StreamDeck, giving operators tactile control options beyond the computer interface. In addition to local operation, the software can be controlled remotely in several ways: through an Android phone, through network commands, or through a built-in web interface, which makes it flexible for situations where the operator cannot be stationed at the main computer. These capabilities make PC_DIMMER applicable to use cases ranging from small amateur stage setups to more complex installations that benefit from remote or multi-device control. The current version of PC_DIMMER is 5.6.0, and the catalog listing records one version of the software, indicating that this release represents the version presently documented. Overall, PC_DIMMER combines DMX512 output, effect and scene programming, hardware controller support, and multiple remote control methods into a single computer-based solution for managing stage lighting systems.
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