Setting intensity levels on patched dimmers

[PJ]

I am trying to set an intensity level on a patched dimmer so it will act as an on/off function to power a moving head. On some consoles this is done by parking the dimmer at 100%. I can assign an always on curve to the dimmer but it would be good to know if there was another way of doing it.
I am using a Diamond 4

[icke_siegen]

Here is another approach which also works on older classic desks (and on newer ones, too): patch it as generic LTP, possibly onto a handle you're not likely accessing by accident. LTP has the charme to survive a set level even when the masters are lowered or Clear is pressed. Already used this trick on a R96 desk, and used a colour changer personality.

Of course your no.1 candidate would be Generic Relay (which is LTP as well).

[PJ]

Thanks for this. I shall have a look and see if it does what I need it to do.

[JPalmer]

What I do is patch the dimmer on the second page of fixtures and then I invert the dimmer. This way the dimmer powers up as soon as the board comes on. I can use the GM without worry.
Now, just to be pedantic, I put a relay module in to the rack in the dimmer slot that I am using (ETC Sensor install racks) so that I am not using a dimmer to power a moving light. Electronics do not like dimmers even when they are outputting at full.
Take care,
John

[PJ]

Hi John

Thanks for this. I am also powering a sensor+ relay (being well aware about dimmers and electronics). I was just curious if there was away to set the a dimmer at a percentage and leave it always at that level. I will look at the invert function hadn't thought of that!