# Dual Encoders

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The five dual encoders are used to adjust the different attributes of the fixtures. There are four different actions on the encoders:

- Turn the inner ring to adjust the attribute "Coarse".
- Turn the outer ring to adjust the attribute "Fine".
- Press the inner ring to open a calculator to type in the value.
- Press and turn the inner ring to adjust the attribute "Coarse" with a higher speed.
- Press the dual encoder key to open a calculator to type in the value. The dual encoder key replaces the press function of the outer ring.

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|                                            | For more information on the Readout and Resolution of the encoders, see [Readout Keyword](/grandma3/2-4/keyword_readout/) and [Encoder Resolution](/grandma3/2-4/operate_encoder_resolution_multiplier/) topics. |

These encoders are placed above the command section.

You can define a customized encoder bar in the grandMA3 software. For more information, see [Encoder Bar Pool](/grandma3/2-4/ws_eb_encoder_pool/).

![](/img/grandma3/2-4/button_encoders_v0-91-539318.png)

_Location on grandMA3 full-size and grandMA3 light consoles​_

![](/img/grandma3/2-4/buttons_small_-encoders_v0-91-910618.png)

_Location on grandMA3 compact consoles and grandMA3 onPC command wing​ and command wing​ XT_

 

Each of the dual encoders is numbered 1 to 5 from left to right. There are three elements in each encoder:

The inner ring

![](/img/grandma3/2-4/button_encoders_inner_v0-91-21ac02.png)

 

The outer ring

![](/img/grandma3/2-4/button_encoders_outer_v0-91-d5c21a.png)

 

The dual encoder key

![](/img/grandma3/2-4/button_encoders_button_v0-91-b99810.png)