Avolites+titan+pc+suite Patched Info
Avolites Titan PC Suite is a software package that allows you to run the Titan lighting control interface on a Windows computer. It includes several applications, such as Titan Simulator Titan Mobile interface software. Core Components : The main application used with hardware like the Avolites T1 and T2 dongles
. It provides a lighting control surface with virtual touch buttons and faders. Titan Simulator
: Used for pre-programming and training without hardware. It emulates various Avolites consoles (like the Diamond 9 or Sapphire Touch) on your PC screen, though it includes a "DMX spoiler" (random values) unless licensed with an USB Expert Console
: A utility tool for managing connected hardware, updating firmware, and troubleshooting. Installation & Setup System Requirements avolites+titan+pc+suite
: Avolites recommends a high-performance Windows PC (Windows 10/11) with a dedicated graphics card for the integrated Capture Visualiser : The installer is available on the Avolites Titan PC Suite download page : Modern versions require an
(a physical USB security dongle) to output DMX or run the software without spoilers. Key Controls & Functions Titan PC Suite - Avolites
Part 9: The Future – Titan v18 and Beyond
As of recent releases, Avolites has focused heavily on the PC ecosystem. Version 18 introduced: Avolites Titan PC Suite is a software package
- Touch OSC Integration: Direct communication with Open Sound Control for custom control surfaces.
- Pixel Mapper Upgrade: The PC version now handles massive LED matrices (over 50,000 pixels) without lag.
- Native M1 Mac Support: Historically a Windows-only suite, the latest versions run natively on Apple Silicon via Rosetta 2 and soon natively.
The trend is clear: Avolites sees the laptop not as a "backup" to the console, but as a legitimate primary controller for many sectors of the industry.
7. Visualiser & 3D Preview
- Titan Build (built-in): basic 3D view – Window → Titan Build.
- External (Capture, Depence):
- Output Art-Net/sACN from Titan → map in visualiser.
- Pre-visualise without DMX hardware: Enable Virtual DMX Output in DMX Settings.
Part 8: Learning Resources & Community
Because Avolites Titan PC Suite is free, there is a massive online ecosystem to learn it.
- Avolites Official YouTube: They have a phenomenal "Titan University" playlist covering everything from Patch to Pixel Mapping.
- Facebook Groups: "Avolites Titan User Group" is very active. Professionals post show files and answer newbie questions within hours.
- Christian Jackson (YouTube): This creator has a famous "Learn Avolites Titan in 15 Minutes" video that is the gold standard for beginners.
- AVO School: Avolites runs certified training days globally (and online). They allow you to bring your laptop with the PC Suite pre-loaded.
Pro Practice Routine:
- Download the free demo version of Capture Visualiser.
- Connect Titan PC Suite to Capture via ArtNet.
- Download a venue file (e.g., "Small Club").
- Try to program a 3-minute song from scratch using only palettes and shapes.
Do this twice a week, and you will be employable as a lighting technician in three months.
8. Networking for Real Fixtures
- Set PC static IP (e.g.,
192.168.1.100). - Open Titan Broker (runs automatically).
- In Titan: System → Network → TitanNet – enable.
- Configure Art-Net: DMX Settings → Add Art-Net node → assign universes.
- Send output: Make sure DMX Output Active is checked.
For Titan PC Wing: install driver, connect USB, enable External DMX in settings.