Change over from DMXControl 2 to DMXControl 3 - Revision history

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	\| '''Hardware Environment'''		\| '''Hardware Environment'''
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Single PC. <br /> {{No\|-}} No distributed system.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Single PC. <br /> {{No\|-}} No distributed system.
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Single PC. <br /> {{Yes\|-}} Distributed system possible, where the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Kernel DMXC3\|Kernel]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Umbra DMXC3\|Umbra]]}} can run separately from the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[GUI DMXC3\|~~User Interface (~~GUI)]]}}.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Single PC. <br /> {{Yes\|-}} Distributed system possible, where the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Kernel DMXC3\|Kernel]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Umbra DMXC3\|Umbra]]}} can run separately from the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[GUI DMXC3\|GUI]]}}.
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	\| {{No\|-}} Single user only.		\| {{No\|-}} Single user only.
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Multiple GUIs in a multi-user environment. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Server-Client Concept DMXC3\|Server-Client Concept]]}}.}}		\| {{Yes\|-}} Multiple GUIs in a multi-user environment. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Server-Client Concept DMXC3\|Server-Client Concept]]}}.}}
	\| For effective work, do not use a WLAN connection between the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Kernel DMXC3\|Kernel]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[GUI DMXC3\|~~User Interface (~~GUI)]]}}.		\| For effective work, do not use a WLAN connection between the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Kernel DMXC3\|Kernel]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[GUI DMXC3\|GUI]]}}.
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	\| '''Performance'''		\| '''Performance'''
	\| {{No\|-}} Requires a CPU with a high clock rate on one core for using 2 DMX universes.		\| {{No\|-}} Requires a CPU with a high clock rate on one core for using 2 DMX universes.
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Due to efficient programming, even mid-range PCs can output multiple DMX universes. The separation of {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[GUI DMXC3\|~~User Interface (~~GUI)]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Kernel DMXC3\|Kernel]]}} provides additional safety in case of an interface failure.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Due to efficient programming, even mid-range PCs can output multiple DMX universes. The separation of {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[GUI DMXC3\|GUI]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Kernel DMXC3\|Kernel]]}} provides additional safety in case of an interface failure.
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	{{DMXC3 Manual-Tablesection \| S1 \| 4 \| Saving ~~Scenes~~}}		{{DMXC3 Manual-Tablesection \| S1 \| 4 \| Saving Cues}}

	\| '''~~Scenes~~'''		\| '''Cues'''
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported.
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported in an enhanced form, where there is no distinction by ~~scene~~ type anymore. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Cuelist DMXC3\|Cuelist]]}}.}}		\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported in an enhanced form, where there is no distinction by cue type anymore. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Cuelist DMXC3\|Cuelist]]}}.}}
	\| ~~Scenes~~ are not compatible.		\| Cues are not compatible.
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	\| {{Manual Icon inline \|DMXC3 Icon V-Collection star yellow.png}} '''Fanning'''		\| {{Manual Icon inline \|DMXC3 Icon V-Collection star yellow.png}} '''Fanning'''
	\| {{No\|-}} Only partially possible with a workaround using motion ~~scenes~~.		\| {{No\|-}} Only partially possible with a workaround using motion cues.
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Explicit fanning support through special command syntax at various points like device functions, parameters in effects, fade times for ~~scenes~~, etc. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Fanning DMXC3\|Fanning]]}}}}.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Explicit fanning support through special command syntax at various points like device functions, parameters in effects, fade times for cues, etc. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Fanning DMXC3\|Fanning]]}}}}.
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	\| The device function color is not included in the current version due to its complexity.		\| The device function color is not included in the current version due to its complexity.
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	\| '''Motion ~~Scenes~~'''		\| '''Motion Cues'''
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported.
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Motion ~~scenes~~ are implicitly included in the "new" ~~scenes~~ and effects and can be applied to all numerical device functions. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Effects and Filters DMXC3\|Effects and Filters]]}}}}.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Motion cues are implicitly included in the "new" cues and effects and can be applied to all numerical device functions. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Effects and Filters DMXC3\|Effects and Filters]]}}}}.
	\| Motion ~~scenes~~ from DMXControl 2 are not compatible with DMXControl 3.		\| Motion cues from DMXControl 2 are not compatible with DMXControl 3.
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	\| '''Effects, Chasers'''		\| '''Effects, Chasers'''
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported, partially via tools like the running light generator or motion ~~scene~~ within the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Chasers_tool_DMXC2\|Chasers Tool]]}}.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported, partially via tools like the running light generator or motion cue within the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Chasers_tool_DMXC2\|Chasers Tool]]}}.
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported through the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Effects and Filters DMXC3\|Effects and Filters]]}} function with more effective definition options via various parameters, predefined effect library.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported through the {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Effects and Filters DMXC3\|Effects and Filters]]}} function with more effective definition options via various parameters, predefined effect library.
	\| Effects are not compatible.		\| Effects are not compatible.
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	\| {{Manual Icon inline \|DMXC3 Icon V-Collection star yellow.png}} '''Dynamic Manipulation of Values'''		\| {{Manual Icon inline \|DMXC3 Icon V-Collection star yellow.png}} '''Dynamic Manipulation of Values'''
	\| {{No\|}}		\| {{No\|}}
	\| {{Yes\|-}} There are four types of {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Master DMXC3\|Masters]]}} available, each of which can dynamically manipulate values of a function in a ~~scene~~ when the corresponding cuelist is executed. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|For detailed explanations, see {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Master DMXC3\|Master]]}}.}}. It does not matter whether it is a {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Cuelist DMXC3\|~~Scene (~~Cue)]]}} or an {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Effects and Filters DMXC3\|Effect or Filter]]}}.		\| {{Yes\|-}} There are four types of {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Master DMXC3\|Masters]]}} available, each of which can dynamically manipulate values of a function in a cue when the corresponding cuelist is executed. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|For detailed explanations, see {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Master DMXC3\|Master]]}}.}}. It does not matter whether it is a {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Cuelist DMXC3\|Cue]]}} or an {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Effects and Filters DMXC3\|Effect or Filter]]}}.
	\| All {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Master DMXC3\|Masters]]}} can be addressed and modified live through various means like {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Softdesk DMXC3\|Softdesk]]}}, {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[MIDI DMXC3\|MIDI]]}}, and more using {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Input Assignment DMXC3\|Input Assignment]]}}.		\| All {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Master DMXC3\|Masters]]}} can be addressed and modified live through various means like {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Softdesk DMXC3\|Softdesk]]}}, {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[MIDI DMXC3\|MIDI]]}}, and more using {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Input Assignment DMXC3\|Input Assignment]]}}.
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	\| '''Presets'''		\| '''Presets'''
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Implicitly via the ~~scene~~ library.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Implicitly via the cue library.
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Direct support as a programming element for advanced users. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Preset DMXC3\|Preset]]}}}}.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Direct support as a programming element for advanced users. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Preset DMXC3\|Preset]]}}}}.
	\| The preset concept is not compatible with DMXControl 2.		\| The preset concept is not compatible with DMXControl 2.

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	\| '''~~Scene Lists~~'''		\| '''Cuelists'''
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported, multiple instances can be executed.		\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported, multiple instances can be executed.
	\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported including the possibility to execute multiple instances simultaneously. Additionally, extended trigger options for the execution in the cuelist are available. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Cuelist DMXC3\|Cuelist]]}}.}}		\| {{Yes\|-}} Supported including the possibility to execute multiple instances simultaneously. Additionally, extended trigger options for the execution in the cuelist are available. {{Manual Reference \| arrow \|See details {{Manual Windowcaption\|[[Cuelist DMXC3\|Cuelist]]}}.}}

Jkuehn at 19:31, 4 March 2025

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Switching from one software to another or upgrading to a newer version often presents several challenges. In the case of transitioning from DMXControl 2 to DMXControl 3, these challenges can be summarized as follows:
* DMXControl 3 operates differently in several areas compared to DMXControl 2, meaning you will need to start learning how to use it from scratch.
* You have a functioning system with DMXControl 2 that you are familiar with, but now you are faced with a new and seemingly complex system (simply because you are not yet accustomed to it).

This article aims to outline the main differences between DMXControl 2 and DMXControl 3 and to summarize and answer the frequently asked questions in the forum about transitioning from DMXControl 2 to DMXControl 3. By the end, you will hopefully feel more comfortable navigating DMXControl 3.

To address any concerns upfront: although DMXControl 3 may initially seem like a complete reinvention, there is no need to worry. Once you take a second look—perhaps after your first few attempts—you will realize that DMXControl 2 and DMXControl 3 share many similarities. Some features are just accessed differently or found in new locations.

{{Manual Box | en | Important | This article reflects the current implementation status of '''DMXControl 3.3.0'''. Technical changes due to ongoing development are possible at any time.}}

= Compatibility =
Projects from DMXControl 2 are not compatible with DMXControl 3. This also includes DDFs, which must be completely recreated due to the changed requirements. {{Manual Reference |arrow| More information on creating DDFs, including examples, can be found in the documentation section for {{Manual Windowcaption|[[DDF DMXC3|DDFs for DMXControl 3]]}}.}}

Extensive compatibility is not necessary because many improvements allow effects to be recreated in just a few minutes. In some areas, entirely new workflows have been introduced, based on and even surpassing the concepts of professional software. However, some tools from DMXControl 2, such as the audio player and the text book, have not yet been integrated into DMXControl 3. Furthermore, plugins (both output and regular plugins) are not compatible due to the modified interfaces.

= Migration Guide =
== General Recommendations ==
Every DMXControl 2 user should consider their own migration strategy based on the tables in the section [[Switching from DMXControl 2 to DMXControl 3#Version Comparison|Version Comparison]]:
* You can run DMXControl 2 and DMXControl 3 in parallel on the same PC, allowing you to gradually familiarize yourself with DMXControl 3.
* Gradually build a working setup in DMXControl 3. With parallel operation, you always have a fallback project that works as expected. However, don't overdo it at first—start slowly.
* If you are using a large number of devices, you will quickly benefit from features like {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Device Group DMXC3|Device Groups]]}} and the associated {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Fanning DMXC3|Fanning]]}} in DMXControl 3.
* Even if you still rely on DMXControl 2 for tools like the audio player, which is not yet available in DMXControl 3, start familiarizing yourself with DMXControl 3. This will help you understand the basic workflow and allow you to create small test shows. When the timecode player becomes available, you will only need to learn that specific tool.

{{Manual Box | en | Attention | As indicated in the system requirements, Windows 8.1 is the last officially supported operating system for DMXControl 2. While DMXControl 2 may still work on Windows 10 and Windows 11, this is at your own risk. Future updates to these operating systems may render DMXControl 2 unusable. Since DMXControl 2 is no longer being developed, no further updates will be provided if problems arise.}}

== Comparison of Key Features ==
A major difference to get used to: DMXControl 3 does not work with channels but rather with device functions and property values. This makes it crucial for DDFs (at least for required functions) to be accurately implemented. In DMXControl 2, you could manually adjust values via the channel overview. In DMXControl 3, this is no longer possible because the channel overview does not save values. However, the big advantage is that you can select and adjust multiple devices of any type simultaneously.

Another key difference: {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Effektsequencer DMXC2|Effects]]}} in DMXControl 2 are now called {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Cuelist DMXC3|Cuelists]]}} in DMXControl 3. These combine the scene lists and effects you know from DMXControl 2. You use cuelists to store all your lighting effects, such as chases and movements. The workflow is quite similar to DMXControl 2. You configure your fixtures in the {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Stage View DMXC3|Stage View]]}}, click {{Manual MenuText|Add Cue}}, select the device functions to save (similar to channel selection in DMXControl 2), and confirm with {{Manual Buttons|OK}} to insert a {{Manual Windowcaption|Cue}} into the {{Manual Windowcaption|Cuelist}}.

Additionally, DMXControl 3 includes {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Effects and Filters DMXC3|Effects and Filters]]}}—mathematical functions like sine and sawtooth waves. These can be applied to almost any device property and adjusted live. Try dragging a {{Manual Objectcaption|1D Effect}} onto the dimmer of a {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Device Group DMXC3|Device Group]]}} to see how it responds.

== Initial Approach ==
For your first steps in DMXControl 3, start by adding some devices to your project. They don’t need to match your actual equipment. Ensure that device groups are automatically created during this process. Next, try creating some lighting moods by adjusting settings via the {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Control Panel DMXC3|Control Panel]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Device Control DMXC3|Device Control]]}}. To reset, use the {{Manual Buttons|Clear}} button in the quick access bar.

After creating a few lighting moods, try saving them. In the {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Project Explorer DMXC3|Project Explorer]]}}, create a new {{Manual Windowcaption|Cuelist}} and open it with a double-click. If a lighting mood exists in the {{Manual Windowcaption|Stage View}}, click {{Manual MenuText|Add Cue}} to save it. Clear the stage view and test playback using the {{Manual MenuText|Go}} button in the {{Manual Windowcaption|Cuelist editor}}.

{{Manual Box | en | Reference | ''A more detailed quick-start guide for DMXControl 3 is available in the '''[[Quickstart Guide DMXC3|Quickstart Guide]]'''.''}}

== Version Comparison ==
After describing the workflow in DMXControl 3, the following section provides a detailed comparison of DMXControl 2 and DMXControl 3.

== Environment ==
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! Feature !! DMXControl 2 !! DMXControl 3 !! Comments
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| '''Supported DMX Interfaces'''
| {{Ja|-}} See article [[Supported Interfaces]].
| {{Ja|-}} See article [[Supported Interfaces]].
| Some DMX interfaces, such as Art-Net output, offer additional features in DMXControl 3.
|-
| '''DDFs (Device Library)'''
| {{Ja|-}} Manual download required.
| {{Ja|-}} Direct download available in DMXControl 3.
| DMXControl 2 DDFs are not compatible with DMXControl 3.

== Environment ==
{| class="wikitable toptextcells"
|- class="hintergrundfarbe10"
! style="width: 10%;" | Feature !! style="width: 30%" | DMXControl 2 !! style="width: 30%" | DMXControl 3 !! style="width: 30%" | Comment
|-
| '''Supported DMX Interfaces'''
| {{Yes|-}} See article [[Supported Interfaces|Supported Interfaces]].
| {{Yes|-}} See article [[Supported Interfaces|Supported Interfaces]].
| Some DMX interfaces, such as output via Art-Net, offer additional features in DMXControl 3.
|-
| '''DDFs (Device Library)'''
| {{Yes|-}} See {{DMXCWebLinks|DDFLib}}. Display of control elements in the DDF is configurable for each individual DDF. {{No|-}} DDFs must be downloaded manually.
| {{Yes|-}} See {{DMXCWebLinks|DDFLib}}. DDFs are significantly simplified. They now only contain the pure device definition. The uniform display of the control elements is handled by DMXControl 3 itself, where all functions are displayed in real values. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[DDF DMXC3|DDF Documentation for DMXC3]]}}.}} {{Yes|-}} DDFs from the DDFLibrary can be downloaded directly into DMXControl 3 and used in the project. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[DDF Library DMXC3|DDF Library]]}}.}}
| In the {{DMXCWebLinks|DDFLib}}, fully functional DDFs can be provided for both DMXControl versions, each with different DMX modes. {{Manual Reference | warning |DDFs from DMXControl 2 cannot be used in DMXControl 3.}}

{{DMXC3 Manual-Tablesection | S1 | 4 | System Requirements and Information}}

| '''Operating System'''
| '''Up to''' and including '''Windows 8.1'''.
| All Windows versions '''from Windows 7''' onwards.
| For detailed system requirements for DMXControl 3, see {{DMXCWebLinks|DMXC-HP|dmxcontrol-3/systemrequirements.html| Overview on DMXControl Homepage}}.
|-
| '''Program Language'''
| {{Yes|-}} German {{Yes|-}} English
| {{Yes|-}} German {{Yes|-}} English {{Yes|-}} French {{Yes|-}} Japanese
|
|-
| '''Documentation'''
| {{Yes|-}} '''[[DMXControl 2 Manual|German Manual]]''' {{Yes|-}} English manual in draft form {{Yes|-}} '''[[DDF DMXC2|DDF Documentation]]''' {{Yes|-}} Plugin interface
| {{Yes|-}} '''[[Tutorials DMXControl 3|German Tutorial]]''' {{Yes|-}} English tutorial {{Yes|-}} '''[[Main Program Content Overview DMXC3|German Manual]]''' {{No|-}} English manual {{Yes|-}} '''{{DMXCWebLinks|YouTube|DMXC3 Playlists}}''' {{Yes|-}} '''[[DDF DMXC3|DDF Documentation]]''' including extensive examples and tutorials {{No|-}} Plugin interface
|

{{DMXC3 Manual-Tablesection | S1 | 4 | Work Environment}}

| '''Hardware Environment'''
| {{Yes|-}} Single PC. {{No|-}} No distributed system.
| {{Yes|-}} Single PC. {{Yes|-}} Distributed system possible, where the {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Kernel DMXC3|Kernel]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Umbra DMXC3|Umbra]]}} can run separately from the {{Manual Windowcaption|[[GUI DMXC3|User Interface (GUI)]]}}.
|
|-
| {{Manual Icon inline |DMXC3 Icon V-Collection star yellow.png}} '''Multi-User'''
| {{No|-}} Single user only.
| {{Yes|-}} Multiple GUIs in a multi-user environment. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Server-Client Concept DMXC3|Server-Client Concept]]}}.}}
| For effective work, do not use a WLAN connection between the {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Kernel DMXC3|Kernel]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption|[[GUI DMXC3|User Interface (GUI)]]}}.
|-
| '''Performance'''
| {{No|-}} Requires a CPU with a high clock rate on one core for using 2 DMX universes.
| {{Yes|-}} Due to efficient programming, even mid-range PCs can output multiple DMX universes. The separation of {{Manual Windowcaption|[[GUI DMXC3|User Interface (GUI)]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Kernel DMXC3|Kernel]]}} provides additional safety in case of an interface failure.
|
|-
| {{Manual Icon inline |DMXC3 Icon V-Collection star yellow.png}} '''Project Management'''
| {{No|-}} Only manual, as required project data is stored "open" in a directory and DDFs are stored independently of the project in the installation directory. {{No|-}} Switching PCs requires manually sorting various files, including DDFs, DMX-In configuration, MIDI configuration. {{No|-}} Only simple automatic project backup without version history.
| {{Yes|-}} All data required for the project, including DDFs, is stored in a project file. {{Yes|-}} Only the project file is needed for switching PCs. {{Yes|-}} Automatic saving including storing a certain number of previous project versions.
| Project management in DMXControl 3 handles the complete organization of projects including the associated versions. Searching for storage locations is unnecessary. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Project Administration DMXC3|Project Management (Project Administration)]]}}.}}

{{DMXC3 Manual-Tablesection | S1 | 4 | External Interfaces and Control}}

|-
| '''DMX Output'''
| {{Yes}}, maximum 2 DMX universes.
| {{Yes}}, up to 16 DMX universes, depending on PC/laptop performance.
|
|-
| '''DMX-In'''
| {{Yes}}, but a maximum of 1 DMX universe.
| {{Yes}}, 2 DMX universes.
|
|-
| '''Keyboard Control'''
| {{Yes}}, but only simple key assignments are possible.
| {{Yes}}, including support for multiple banks and key combinations.
|
|-
| '''MIDI Interface'''
| {{Yes}}, available.
| {{Yes}}, available, including native support for multiple MIDI controllers without additional tools.
|
|-
| '''Joystick Control'''
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}, but an alternative control option is available via the 3Dconnexion plugin.
|
|-
| '''Macroboards'''
| {{No}}
| {{Yes}}, available, including support for multiple macroboards like Elgato Stream Deck. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Stream Deck DMXC3|Stream Deck]]}}.}}
|
|-
| '''Timecode''' (Protocol)
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}, but coming soon.
|
|-
| '''OSC Interface'''
| {{Yes}}, available via plugin.
| {{No}}
|
|-
| '''Terminal Interface'''
| {{Yes}}
| {{No}}, no replacement planned at this time.
|

{{DMXC3 Manual-Tablesection | S1 | 4 | Feature Extensions}}

| '''Plugins'''
| {{Yes|-}} See {{DMXCWebLinks|DMXC-HP|downloads.html| Download area on the DMXControl homepage}}.
| {{Yes|-}} See {{DMXCWebLinks|DMXC-HP|downloads.html| Download area on the DMXControl homepage}} or user plugins in the {{DMXCWebLinks|Forum|Board|161|Plugins and Addons}} section.
|
|-
| '''Plugin Interface'''
| {{Yes}}
| {{Yes}}
| The interface in DMXControl 3 is not compatible with DMXControl 2.
|}

== Functionality ==
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{{DMXC3 Manual-Tablesection | S1 | 4 | Prepare Project}}

| '''Personal Device Favorites'''
| {{No|-}} Selecting frequently used devices is not possible.
| {{Yes|-}} In the dialog {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Device Manager DMXC3|Add Device]]}}, you can select devices from the available list that are used frequently.
|
|-
| '''Groups (of Devices)'''
| {{Yes|-}} Supported in a simple form for quick selection of devices in the stage view.
| {{Yes|-}} {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Device Group DMXC3|Device Groups]]}} are a core concept of DMXControl 3 and are intelligently designed.
| Users with many devices performing the same lighting scenes have better tools with DMXControl 3.
|-
| {{Manual Icon inline |DMXC3 Icon V-Collection star yellow.png}} '''Hardware Abstraction (HAL)'''
| {{No|-}} Limited abstraction of DMX values via DDFs.
| {{Yes|-}} {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) DMXC3|HAL]]}} is a core concept of DMXControl 3, providing complete abstraction of all device functions. Working directly with DMX values is no longer necessary.
| Users with similar (but not identical) devices can still program them uniformly in DMXControl 3.
|-
| '''Channel Overview'''
| {{Yes|-}} Available.
| {{Yes|-}} Available independently of DMX and includes highlighting of the selected device. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Channel Overview DMXC3|Channel Overview]]}}.}}
|
|-
| '''Graphical Stage View'''
| {{Yes|-}} Available as a rough orientation aid in the lighting setup.
| {{Yes|-}} Similar to DMXControl 2 but with extended animation possibilities like gobo projection. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Stage View DMXC3|Stage View]]}}.}}
|
|-
| '''Visualizer'''
| {{Yes|-}} Supported via Magic 3D EasyView.
| {{Yes|-}} Supported via Magic 3D EasyView and other external visualizers accessible via Art-Net.
|

{{DMXC3 Manual-Tablesection | S1 | 4 | Save Scenes}}

| '''Scenes'''
| {{Yes|-}} Supported.
| {{Yes|-}} Supported in an improved form, where there is no longer a distinction between scene types. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Cuelist DMXC3|Cuelist]]}}.}}
| Scenes are not compatible.
|-
| {{Manual Icon inline |DMXC3 Icon V-Collection star yellow.png}} '''Fanning'''
| {{No|-}} Only realizable through a workaround using motion scenes.
| {{Yes|-}} Explicit fanning support via specialized command syntax across multiple areas like device functions, effect parameters, scene fade-in times, etc. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Fanning DMXC3|Fanning]]}}.}}
|
|-
| '''Relative Values'''
| {{No|}}
| {{Yes|-}} For all numerical values of device functions like dimmer, position, gobo rotation, etc., values can be stored as relative and combined with other values during execution. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Absolute and Relative Values DMXC3|Absolute and Relative Values]]}}.}}
| Color functions are not yet supported due to their complexity in the current version.
|-
| '''Motion Scenes'''
| {{Yes|-}} Supported.
| {{Yes|-}} Motion scenes are implicitly included in the "new" scenes and effects and can be applied to all numerical device functions. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Effects and Filters DMXC3|Effects and Filters]]}}.}}
| Motion scenes from DMXControl 2 are not compatible with DMXControl 3.
|-
| '''Effects, Chasers'''
| {{Yes|-}} Supported, partially through tools like the chase generator or motion scenes within the {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Effect Sequencer DMXC2|Effect Sequencer]]}}.
| {{Yes|-}} Supported via the {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Effects and Filters DMXC3|Effects and Filters]]}} function with more effective definition options through various parameters and a predefined effects library.
| Effects are not compatible.
|

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| '''Cue Lists'''
| {{Yes|-}} Supported, with multiple instances possible.
| {{Yes|-}} Supported, including the ability to run multiple instances simultaneously. Additionally, extended trigger options are available for cue list execution. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Cuelist DMXC3|Cuelist]]}}.}}
| Cue lists are the primary control method in DMXControl 3. Various "implicit" cue lists from different tools in DMXControl 2 are unified.
|-
| '''Value Mixing of Cue Lists'''
| {{Yes|-}} Supports HTP and LTP but only globally for the entire project.
| {{Yes|-}} Extended support with three modes (LTP, HTP, and LoTP). Mixing behavior can be defined individually for each cue list. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[HTP-, LTP- and LoTP-Mixing (Cuelist) DMXC3|HTP-, LTP-, and LoTP-Mixing]]}}.}}
|
|-
| '''Command Box'''
| {{Yes|-}} Supported.
| {{Yes|-}} Further developed as a soft desk offering a fully customizable control interface with numerous control elements. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Softdesk DMXC3|Softdesk]]}}.}}
| Softdesk is not compatible with the Command Box.
|}

== Application Plugins ==
Some plugins are no longer required in DMXControl 3, as their functionality is already integrated. Others will not be available until updated by their authors. Plugins cannot be used without modification due to changes in the plugin interface and programming language.

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| '''Beamertool'''
| {{Yes}}, available.
| {{No}}
| The Beamertool for the Raspberry Pi can be used via Art-Net in both versions.
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| '''Matrix Control MadMaxOne'''
| {{Yes|-}} Available.
| {{No|-}} Will not be migrated.
| A new concept for matrix devices with corresponding effects is integrated into DMXControl 3. {{Manual Reference | arrow |For details, see {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Matrix DMXC3|Matrix]]}} and {{Manual Windowcaption|[[Radix DMXC3|Radial Matrix (Radix)]]}}.}}
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| '''PDA Control'''
| {{Yes}}, available.
| {{No}}
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