ChamSys | MagicQ PC Wing Compact

USB Lighting control surface for MagicQ Software

Technical specifications

Technology : USB control surface for Windows, macOS and Linux computers running MagicQ software

Operating system compatibility : Windows, macOS and Linux

Maximum DMX universes : Up to 64 DMX universes via Art-Net or sACN

Maximum DMX channels : 32768

Cues : 5000

Cue stacks : 2000

Maximum groups : 5000

Maximum palettes : 3096

Physical controls : 10 playback faders with dedicated Flash and Select buttons

Encoders : 8 rotary encoder wheels

DMX outputs : 2 DMX512 outputs (5-pin XLR)

USB connectivity : 5 USB ports (4 USB-A outputs, 1 USB-B input)

Audio input : 3.5 mm mini-jack

Remote trigger input : 1

Dimensions W x H x D : 515 x 88 x 257 mm

Net weight : 3.6 kg

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Frequently asked questions

The ChamSys MagicQ PC Wing transforms a Windows, macOS or Linux computer into a fully featured professional lighting console. Used alongside the free MagicQ software, it provides physical playback faders, buttons and encoders, making it ideal for concerts, corporate events, theatres and audiovisual productions requiring advanced lighting, LED and media control.

When paired with ChamSys hardware, a MagicQ PC system can control up to 64 DMX universes via Art-Net or sACN, representing up to 32768 DMX channels, while retaining access to MagicQ's advanced features such as 3D visualisation, pixel mapping, media playback and network control.

The MagicQ PC Wing provides a highly flexible and cost-effective solution. Shows programmed on a computer remain fully compatible with ChamSys MQ lighting consoles, making it an excellent platform for offline programming, backup operation or compact event productions.

The MagicQ PC Wing is widely used for concerts, festivals, conferences, corporate events, theatres, clubs, houses of worship, audiovisual productions and permanent installations. Its compact size also makes it a popular choice for touring productions and mobile control rooms.