RFMU™ - Radio Frequency Macro Unit

The Radio Frequency Macro Unit enables wireless triggering of macros on an Express™, Expression®, or Insight™ console. Each of the four buttons on the RFMU handheld transmitter triggers a separate macro on the console.

Applications

• Live entertainment
• Retail store
• Concert hall
• House of worship
• TV studio
• Trade show
• Museum
• Restaurant
• Special event
• Public space

Installation

1. Plug the RFMU receiver into the lighting console
2. Record console keystrokes into macros 1901 through 1904 (see below)
3. Press buttons on the RFMU transmitter to trigger the macros

The receiver plugs into to the Remote Macro or Remote Go connector on the back of the console. A six foot cable allows optimum placement of the receiver antenna. Additional transmitters may be used for control by multiple people. The RFMU has a range of over 500 feet under ideal reception conditions. If multiple RFMU systems are installed, unique codes can be set on each transmitter/receiver pair to avoid interference.

Macros

The RFMU triggers macros on the lighting console. A macro is a pre-recorded sequence of console keystrokes. When a macro is triggered, the console acts exactly as if the recorded sequence of keys was being typed. Here are quick step-by-step directions for recording a macro, for example macro number 1901.

1. Press LEARN 1 9 0 1 ENTER
2. Press the key sequence you want to record into the macro, up to 50 keystrokes.
3. Press the flashing ENTER MACRO key

Examples

• Retail, restaurant, public space, event
  Remote wireless activation of four different cues or cue sequences
  • button 1: CUE 101 GO
  • button 2: CUE 201 GO
  • button 3: CUE 301 GO
  • button 4: CUE 401 GO
• Solo performer, museum docent, trade show
  Remote cue fader control
  • button 4: CUE 1 GO
  • button 1: GO
  • button 2: HOLD
  • button 3: BACK
• Lecture, backstage, worship service
  Remote control of house lights or worklights
  • button 1: CHAN 99 AT 00
  • button 2: CHAN 99 AT 10
  • button 3: CHAN 99 AT 50
  • button 4: CHAN 99 FULL
• Checkout, maintenance
  Turn on first channel, step forward or back through channels, go to first cue when done.
  • button 1: CHAN 1 FULL
  • button 2: AT 00 CHAN + FULL
  • button 3: AT 00 CHAN - FULL
  • button 4: RELEASE RELEASE CUE 1 GO

Power

The transmitter is powered by a replacable 3 volt lithium battery (included). The receiver is powered by the lighting console (not included). No power outlet is required.

Ordering

Two models are available, which are identical except for the console connector. Either model can be used with or without Emphasis™ software. Extra transmitters are also available. Shipping is free with pre-paid online orders using the buttons below. Purchase orders may be accepted, shipping FOB West Side Systems; please email rfmu(at)westsidesystems.com for details. At this time the RFMU is available only in the US and Canada.
Pricing countdown: Introductory price will increase each week until product begins shipping in April. Introductory pricing for prepaid online orders only.

The RFMU-E15 has a 15-pin connector for use with all ETC Express models including 24/48, 48/96, 72/144, 125, 250, LPC and ECS.

• RFMU receiver with 15 pin Remote Macro connector
• RFMU 4-button transmitter
• $295
• Introductory price: $195

The RFMU-E25 has a 25-pin connector for use with ETC Expression 2, 2x, 3, 3 LPC and ECS; Insight 2, 2x, and 3; and Impression 2.

• RFMU receiver with 25 pin Remote Macro / Remote Go connector
• RFMU 4-button transmitter
• $295
• Introductory price: $195

The RFMU-ET4 is an additional or spare handheld transmitter which can be used with either model.

• Additional RFMU 4-button transmitter
• $30