Please do look into Xlight, i was trying to use Vixen, and had so many issues.
I did as you have and took out my items and I was able to get my Lynx Express active. Of course there is a Learning Curve
Here is a good start, in the program you will be using the option to use AC token
here is a good website for other info that is look for Xlight and AC channels. AC channel the new term.
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Register or
Loginmy Xlight setting are
under the tab controller
Create a USB/ then edit the port and the protocol to DMX enter your channel count