The Swisson XMT-500

DMX Tester & RDM / Ethernet Controller

The Swisson XMT-500 is a powerful, handheld multi-function device that equips lighting technicians with the ability to test and control DMX, RDM, Art-Net, sACN signals, and even perform cable testing—all in one compact tool.

2025 Firmware Update:

This latest firmware update enables an expanded feature set that brings new functionality to existing and new users. Giving the lighting tool the ability to transform into a battery-powered 2-Port node with Art-Net and sACN capabilities. Furthermore, the update also enhances access to new device parameters, access to RDM sub-devices, and patching functionality.

Update firmware available from Swisson’s XMT-500 Downloads here.

Features

• Send/receive Art-Net or sACN channel/universe via etherCON
• Send values to any DMX channel or view received DMX signals
• Locate & remotely configure RDM fixtures in the rig
• Precisely monitor timing aspects of received DMX and RDM
• Check pin-out of interconnections within XLR or RJ-45 cables

Weighing only 445g, the XMT-500 with its intuitive soft-touch buttons, allows for seamless control directly from the device. The clear, full-color IPS TFT display is sunlight-readable and provides real-time information, keeping technicians updated in any environment. Powered by a high-capacity Li-ion battery, easily rechargeable via USB-C, the XMT-500 is a reliable and portable solution for high-demand applications.

The Swisson XMT-450

DMX Tester & RDM Controlle

The XMT-450 is a compact yet powerful DMX and RDM controller designed to meet the demands of modern lighting professionals. As an upgraded successor to the XMT-350, it features a vibrant full-color, backlit display, improved keypad layout, and USB-C connectivity for convenient charging and data transfer.

Core functionalities include DMX sending and receiving, allowing users to test or monitor any DMX channel, as well as full RDM controller capabilities for remote fixture configuration. The XMT-450 also provides tools for flicker detection, signal tracing, and real-time data flow analysis, helping users identify and resolve signal issues efficiently.

Features

• DMX sender and receiver
• RDM controller with remote fixture configuration
• XLR cable tester with auto pin-check
• DMX & RDM timing analyzer
• Flicker finder, signal tracer, and data flow monitor
• Scene and sequence player and recorder
• Fixture patching and addressing
• User profiles and configuration memory
• High-capacity rechargeable Li-ion battery
• USB-C connector for charging and data communication
• Wide & Color screen

With its automatic XLR cable testing functionality, users can verify pin configurations and detect faults quickly—whether cables are loose or installed in a rig. A built-in timing analyzer further enhances diagnostics for DMX and RDM protocols.