EMU HARDWARE INTERFACE

Designed with live musicians and touring performers in mind, this compact interface works seamlessly with EMU Software to run automated and audio-responsive light shows. With customisable MIDI/footswitch integration, EMU hardware provides hands-free, real-time control adjustable to any performance needs.

SKU: 70681

All-in-one, audio-to-light interface for live performers on the fly

A leading pioneer in entertainment lighting control technology for over 25 years, ENTTEC have worked alongside top musicians to bring you a state-of-the-art hardware interface, designed to bring your live performances to life, using EMU software, which comes free for 3 years when you buy this hardware interface.

The EMU hardware interface provides musicians, DJs and audio professionals the perfect, robust and portable solution for seamless integration with our popular EMU audio-to-light software.

Offering flexible lighting outputs - one full universe (512 channels) of DMX output via XLR ports, or up to 32 universes (16384 channels) via an Ethernet port* - EMU hardware makes real-time control a breeze with a footswitch or MIDI, enabling direct triggers during performances.

*with a Premium subscription

Your perfect sound-to-light partner

Touring-grade hardware interface expertly designed for ENTTEC's EMU software offering easy-to-use sound-to-light integration. Robust yet lightweight, compact and portable, making it the ideal companion for your laptop on tour.

Flexible DMX output

A 5-pin and 3-pin XLR port provide a combined full universe (512 channels) of DMX output with user-adjustable frame rate (up to 44fps), right out of the box.

Multi-Universe support

EtherCON RJ45 with DHCP server supporting ENTTEC's ODE MK3 Ethernet controller for multi-universe lighting. Get creative and expand your show concepts to use up to 32 universes of DMX output (16384 channels).

Real-time control with MIDI or footswitch

¼" TRS jack TRS port can be set as either a footswitch or MIDI input.

Change banks and programs easily on stage by using a simple footswitch. Supports configurable actions that can be tied to single click, double click, and click and hold.

Or get physical a MIDI input into the EMU software, such as keyboard or MIDI controller. Auto-detects Type A and Type B TRS MIDI input.

Custom status feedback

Sleek aesthetic status LED for clear visual feedback. Can be custom-configured for personalisation when using MIDI or footswitch.

Effortless power & data transfer

Type-C USB connection to PC for power and data transfer - allows easy connectivity with most modern devices.

Voltage protection

Opto-isolation protects your computer from stray voltage or phantom power mistakenly connected to the DMX line.

Secure installation

Convenient mounting holes for secure DIN clip installation.

3-year warranty

ENTTEC are proud to back up the confidence in our research, engineering and quality control with a 3-year return-to-base manufacturer warranty on this product.

International compliance

This ENTTEC product also conforms to the following international compliance and safety standards:

  • FCC compliance mark
  • UKCA compliance mark
  • CE compliance mark
  • RCM compliance mark

Let's get started!

Join ENTTEC's head DJ, Nic, as he takes a first look at the ENTTEC EMU hardware interface.

Connectivity diagram
EMU Hardware Interface connectivity diagram. Front: MIDI/footswitch input (1/4 inch TRS jack), LED status indicator, and power/data input (USB 2.0 Type-C). Back: DMX-512 control (3-pin and 5-pin XLR, a combined 512 channels) and Ethernet connection (EtherCon RJ45, DHCP server for multi-universe Art-Net output with the ODE MK3).

EMU Premium software
subscription special offer

Purchasing an ENTTEC EMU hardware interface entitles you to THREE YEARS’ FREE subscription to EMU software so you can unlock and experience the full functionality of EMU’s premium features and stay ahead with regular updates.

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Specifications

Connectors and network
Connectors1 x USB Type C (Power & Data), 1 x EtherCon RJ45 (Ethernet), 1 x 3-Pin XLR (DMX), 1 x 5-Pin XLR (DMX), 1 x ¼” TRS Jack (Footswitch/MIDI)
Network speed10/100Base-T
LED indicatorsIlluminated EMU logo
Output and control
DMX output1U (512 Channels) DMX
Art-Net outputEMU software license
Max. refresh rate44 frames per second (fps)
Device configuration and data inputEMU software
Power and thermal
Power input5V DC via USB Type-C
Max. power draw1.38W
Max. current0.27A
Cooling methodConvection
Environmental operating temperature0°C to 50°C / 32°F to 122°F
Environmental operating humidity5 to 95% (non-condensing)
Physical and supply
Body materialABS plastic
MountingTS35 DIN rail mount
IP ratingIP20
Unit dimensions116mm x 87mm x 52mm
Unit weight0.14kg / 0.31lbs
Shipping dimensions235mm x 160mm x 68mm
Shipping weight0.28kg / 0.62lbs
ComplianceRCM (Aus/NZ), CE / WEEE (EU), UKCA (UK), FCC (USA)
Warranty3-year return-to-base manufacturer warranty

System Requirements

Mac

macOS 10.15 "Catalina" or later, Dual core 2 GHz Processor or better, 4GB memory, 1024×768 display (min.).

Windows

Supports 64Bit variants of: Windows 8/ Windows 8.1 / Windows 10 / Windows 11 Dual core 2 GHz Processor or better, 4GB memory, 1024×768 display (min.).

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