For those wanting to create sequences in Vixen for downloading to the EZ-8 or EZ-8+, this thread will include the required software pieces. Note that there are some differences between the two controllers.
* The EZ-8 requires a DB-9 serial adapter for newer PCs -- like the USB-to-Serial adapter (http://www.efx-tek.com/topics/usb-serial.html)
* The EZ-8+ requires a Prop-Plug (http://www.efx-tek.com/topics/prop-plug.html) for Vixen exchanges (may also be used to re-program the board).
* We are using 2.1.x.x of Vixen (version 2.5.x.x has been canceled). Download it from this link:
-- http://www.vixenlights.com/downloads/vixen-2-downloads/
* When creating shows for the EZ-8 (classic), you must use 33ms event time.
* When creating shows for the EZ-8+ you may set the event timing from 25 to 250ms.
-- shows are individually up- or downloaded
-- on uploading, current project will be reset to match event timing and length of upload
You'll find two ZIP files attached to this thread; the files a separated to help you get them into the correct folder of your Vixen installation.
* ez-8_output_plugins.zip
-- EZ-8 Output.DLL
-- EZ-8.DLL
-- unzip these into the Vixen\Plugins\Output folder
* ez-8_addins.zip
-- EZ-8-I.DLL
-- unzip this into the Vixen\AddIns folder
CRITICAL: You must delete older versions of these files before installing the new ones.
Important: These files have been tested and work, but we reserve the right to improve and update them! ;)