What do DMX512, LP6, LP16, and RP42 have in common? Mitch Hefter. In this powerhouse episode, the legendary standards-maker returns to break down the protocols, practices, and pitfalls of lighting controls — from entertainment tech to architectural chaos. 💡 Highlights include: The wild world of dimming methods and how your fixtures communicateLP6’s total rewrite: 600+ pages of lighting control wisdomRP42 decoded — finally, a way to know what “dimmable” actually meansThe difference between 0–10V and 1–10V (yes, it matters)Upcoming changes to common standards and how you can get involved Whether you're a designer, distributor, or just tired of guessing what “line voltage dimmable” really means — this episode is your decoder ring. 🔗 Learn more about Mitch’s consulting work and the standards mentioned at mitchhefter.com #LightingControls #DMX512 #LP6 #LP16 #RP42 #LightingDesign #DimmingDrama #Podcast Connect with Mitch:NEC: nfpa.org/70usitt.orgesta.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-hefter Sponsor: MaxLite, maxlite.com, @maxlite