XMT-500: The Ultimate DMX, RDM & Ethernet Diagnostic Tool
- Versatile Network Integration: Supports bidirectional Art-Net and sACN data exchange across universes via a dedicated etherCON port.
- Comprehensive Signal Control: Enables full-scale DMX signal generation and real-time monitoring of incoming data.
- Remote Device Management: Provides the capability to locate and remotely configure RDM-compliant fixtures throughout the entire rig.
- Precision Diagnostics: Delivers detailed timing analysis for DMX and RDM signals to ensure system stability.
- Interconnect Verification: Features a built-in tester to confirm correct pinouts for both XLR and RJ-45 cabling.
- High-Visibility Interface: Equipped with a full-color, sunlight-readable IPS TFT display for clear viewing in any environment.
- Modern Power Solution: Includes an internal Li-ion battery with universal USB-C charging capabilities.
The XMT-500 is the flagship of the Swisson testing family, offering the most comprehensive feature set for modern lighting professionals. While the XMT-450 provides a streamlined focus on DMX and RDM, the XMT-500 expands these capabilities into the network domain, making it an indispensable "all-in-one" tool for complex environments that rely on both traditional cabling and Ethernet-based protocols.
Comprehensive Network & Signal Control: Building on the robust DMX and RDM foundations of the XMT-450, the XMT-500 adds full support for Art-Net and sACN via a rugged etherCON connection. Users can seamlessly send or receive values across any universe, and with the latest firmware updates, the device can even function as a portable 2-port Ethernet-to-DMX node. This allows for the remote configuration of RDM-compliant fixtures and the monitoring of network data streams with the same ease as a standard DMX signal.
Advanced Diagnostic Suite: To ensure total system stability, the XMT-500 provides high-precision real-time insights into signal integrity. It monitors every timing aspect of DMX and RDM signals and offers data-package analysis to identify flickers or data collisions. For hardware troubleshooting, the integrated cable tester automatically scans all pin connections for 3-pin and 5-pin DMX cables, as well as RJ-45 interconnections. The included cable test dongle even allows for the effortless testing of long, pre-installed cable runs.
Premium Hardware for the Field: The XMT-500 features the same modern interface as the XMT-450, centered around a vibrant, full-color IPS TFT display that remains perfectly readable even in direct sunlight. Its intuitive menu system and multifunction soft keys allow for rapid navigation in high-pressure environments. The internal high-capacity Li-ion battery ensures hours of operation and is conveniently rechargeable via USB-C.
Future-Proof Performance: True to the Swisson philosophy of being "designed to grow with your needs," the XMT-500 is equipped with significant processing power and memory overhead. This ensures the device is ready for future feature expansions and protocol updates, making it a long-term investment for any professional lighting toolkit.
Stay tuned for free feature updates.
Weight 0.445 kg (1 lb.) Dimensions (L x W x H) 122 x 75 x 43 mm (4.8" x 2.95" x 1.7") Ambient temperature -20 to +50°C (-4 to +122°F) Battery 3.6V, 3200mAh USB-C 5V DC, 7.5W etherCON Neutrik XLR 5-pin male Neutrik XLR 5-pin female Neutrik Display 2.4” IPS TFT Ethernet 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX, auto negotiating, auto MDI-X Network protocols sACN, sACN draft version (v0.2), Art-Net 1 through 4 DMX ANSI E1.11 RDM ANSI E1.20 Signal ports EIA-485 -
Documents
Firmware and Tools
- XMT-500 Firmware Release Notes - 2025-12-22 (pdf)
- XMT-500 Firmware V01.06 (zip)
- XMT-500 Firmware V01.05 (zip)
- XMT-500 Firmware V01.04 (zip)
- XMT-500 Firmware V01.02 (zip)
- Swisson Firmware Update Tool V0.36 (zip)
- Swisson Firmware Update Tool V0.35 (zip)
- Swisson Firmware Update Tool V0.34 (zip)
- Swisson Firmware Update Tool V0.33 (zip)
Designation Article Description Article Number XMT-500 BASIC-Set DMX Tester & RDM / Ethernet Controller, Protec-Bag, USBC-Cable Set: Test-Dongle RJ45/XLR5p, Adapter 3-5/5-3 10 30 50 XMT-500 PRO-Set XMT Original dirty Rigger Pouch, Robust, Belt Loop, Space for Accesories 10 30 52 XAC-ADAP-3M-5F Adapter XLR 3pin MALE to 5pin FEMALE 10 90 10 XAC-ADAP-5M-3F Adapter XLR 5pin MALE to 3pin FEMALE 10 90 11 XAC-CABLE-TEST CABLE-TEST-DONGLE-XMT-500, Connectors: RJ-45, XLR 5pin MALE 10 90 15 XAC-XMT-PRO-POUCH XMT Original dirty Rigger Pouch, Robust, Belt Loop, Space for Accessories 10 90 56

