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DMX Laser Lighting: Control EDM Lasers with MIYA MA4 & Pangolin

by Lily GU on Apr 21, 2025

DMX Laser Lighting: Control EDM Lasers with MIYA MA4 & Pangolin

How to Control a Laser from a DMX Console

Lighting and DMX laser lighting are a natural fit at today’s events. Increasingly, both are run by the same lighting tech — using a single DMX controller to operate all fixtures, including lasers.
EDM lasers and ILDA laser systems were once limited to nightclubs and outdoor shows, but they now feature in luxury weddings, auto expos, and corporate experiences. With Pangolin software — from LD2000 and LivePro to today’s QuickShow and BEYOND — laser control has become both more intuitive and more powerful.
The Pangolin FB4 laser network interface now enables direct laser control from your lighting console — no need for a PC in the signal chain.

MIYA MA4 IP66 ILDA Laser Projector – Built for DMX Laser Shows

If you're looking for a dependable, high-performance DMX laser light that works seamlessly with modern laser software and lighting consoles, look no further than the MIYA MA4 ILDA Laser Light Projector.
Available Power Levels:
  • RGB-3W / RGB-5W / RGB-10W / RGB-15W
  • Scanning System: 30KPPS precision scanning
  • Beam Divergence: <1.3 mrad
  • Control Options: ILDA / DMX512 / Auto / Master-Slave (APP control optional)
  • Cooling: Silent fan with advanced ETC thermal regulation
  • Protection: IP66-rated housing; resistant to water, dust, smoke, oil, insects
  • Safety Features: Single-beam masking, auto shutoff on signal loss
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With patterns specially designed for weddings and live events, the MA4 is plug-and-play, making it easy even for non-professionals to set up. Its compatibility with ILDA laser software and dlaser DMX workflows makes it a smart choice for both indoor and outdoor productions.
Use Cases Include:
  • Luxury Wedding (Turkey): MA4 RGB-15W with haze and snow machine filled the venue with romantic atmosphere as the couple danced under synchronized laser beams.
  • Club DJ Setup: MA4 RGB-10W and 15W lasers mounted overhead created a full-room immersive effect, synced perfectly to EDM beats.
  • Festival Party (Germany): MA4 RGB-10W, paired with fog and disco lights, helped create unforgettable party moments, with visuals in perfect sync with the music.
This is a best-selling DMX-512 lighting laser projector from MIYA — combining premium performance and excellent value.
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What You Need to Control Lasers from a DMX Console

Here’s all you need for a professional DMX laser setup:
  • A PC with Pangolin QuickShow or BEYOND
  • An ENTTEC DMX USB Pro Interface
  • A Pangolin FB3 Interface
  • A DMX laser controller
With this setup, you can trigger cues, colors, effects, and entire shows — right from your lighting desk.
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Want a More Compact Setup?

The FB4 interface from Pangolin simplifies your system further. You can now control a DMX laser light like the MIYA MA4 directly via:
  • FB4-equipped projector
  • Any ArtNet or DMX console
Just export your cues from BEYOND or QuickShow to the FB4 memory. Then switch to standalone mode (DMX or ArtNet), connect your console, and go live — no laptop required.
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How DMX Works in Laser Applications

DMX512 is a standard 512-channel control signal. Each channel can carry a value from 0–255, allowing precise control of color, brightness, patterns, movement, and more.
For example: An RGB fixture starting on channel 5 will use
  • Channel 5 = Red
  • Channel 6 = Green
  • Channel 7 = Blue
Setting channel 6 to 255 gives you full green output.
DMX laser lighting works the same way — channel values trigger cues or adjust laser behavior through ILDA laser software or onboard memory.

Setting Up Pangolin Software for DMX Control

To run EDM lasers or any ILDA-compatible laser with Pangolin software:
  • Connect the ENTTEC DMX Pro Interface to your PC
  • Open Settings > DMX Settings in QuickShow or BEYOND
  • Select the COM port and click Connect
  • Enable DMX Input
  • Assign DMX channels to trigger cues, control colors, movement, and effects
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Running Pangolin FB4 Standalone with MIYA MA4

To control the MA4 laser projector without a PC:
  • Connect the FB4 to QuickShow or BEYOND
  • Use File > Export Workspace to FB4
  • Set FB4 to DMX-512 or ArtNet mode
  • Connect the console to the FB4, and FB4 to the laser
  • Assign and control DMX channels from your console
You now have a fully standalone DMX laser light running cues from onboard memory — ideal for mobile DJs, rental gear, and quick setups.
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Final Thoughts

With the right software and hardware, DMX laser lighting is no longer complex or reserved for specialists. Using MIYA’s MA4 ILDA laser projector, combined with Pangolin’s robust ecosystem, gives lighting designers and event producers powerful tools — whether you’re running a wedding, club, or large EDM festival.
From RGB-3W to RGB-15W, with 30KPPS scanning, the MA4 delivers crisp graphics, bold beams, and perfect control — all from your existing DMX console.
Ready to upgrade your laser game?
Talk to our team today about integrating MIYA MA4 into your next show.

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