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1. Sg ROBE O show lighting StageQube 324 L amp D TECHNOLOGY USER MANUAL Version 1 0 ROBE Show Lighting s r o e Czech Republic e www robe cz StageQube 324 Table of contents 1 Safety instructions suruiniarini adicta dada iberico dad 3 2 Operating and structural requireMents c sccsesecseseeeeseeeeeeceseeeeseeensesensesenseeenneees 3 2 1 Operating determinations csicainatoanisana uranio tniro epica ciciaiees 3 2 2 Structural A 4 2 2 1 0 StageQube BlindQube Without LEDs BlindQube Expo StageQube Floor Unit 4 2 2 1 1 Unsupported Type Combined with StageQube Floor Unit max 5 modules 4 Zaha opendeed pe max 12 MO dE EEEE E 4 ZA a NOD GIN CA Pie A A 4 2 22 Suspended ype Without A DUMMEN serseri rer iirrerias sira eera N ERT E 4 22 22 Nortical suspended DE WIM DU bie 1 ias 5 2 2 2 3 Diagram for 2 2 Vertical Suspended Type with Abutment nice 5 3 Description of the fixture potasio e terala ve nnmnnn mnnn mnnn 5 cm 212 61 Elo ee E SE E O O E PE OR 5 e o PE Eu E E 5 o e eo e o A 6 A e o A 6 4 INSta Halo p PE E E E cane 6 4 1 Connecting to the Mains aus eii 6 4 2 IONES AUG nr cias 6 4 2 2 Hanging a StageQube324 array from a trUSS ooocccoccncococnconcnncnncnnonnnnonanononannnnnas i 4 2 3 Setting up the fixtures ON The OOF oocccconcnccncccccncononnnnoconononnnnononcnonnnnnnnnrncnnnninonos 8 4 3 Power connection between StageQubeB24S coocccccccccccccncooonocc2. The rules for Ethernet wiring forbid to connect more than 8 devices in a row Since the Ethernet protocol is unlike DMX not a serial protocol it is sometimes difficult to directly identify the devices in a row Here s an example of two different possibilities to set up a StageQube324 matrix A 5 by 4 array with max 6 StageQube324 in a row A 5 by 4 array with max 8 StageQube324 in a row For bigger arrays it makes sense not to plug in the Ethernet signal from the controller at the side as in the left example but to start in the middle see the right example By doing so it is possible to split the matrix into two smaller sub matrices and build up a tree structure for the data signal For large arrays use a powerful Gigabit Ethernet switch in order to build up different sub arrays Be careful not to build up wiring loops Don t switch on power before the array is completely wired There is no user interface such as knobs or buttons on the panels Everything that needs to be done is acces sed via the QubeControl software 4 5 Setting up the QubeControl software 4 5 1 PREREQUISITES Required operating system is Windows XP professional with Service Pack 2 installed Make sure that no virtualization software such as VMWare is running on your system lf your computer possesses more than one Ethernet port make sure that only one of them is used Make sure that no DHCP server is running in your PC or in the network es
3. of StageQube324s in your array This becomes important later if you want to create free forms of arrays Let s stay simple for the moment and say you have your physical StageQube324 array set to 8 by 2 you have to set the rows and columns in this way 13 EZ z EH a const sve Configuration procedure Click the Config Start icon on the left The first StageQube324 that the software finds turns green Find the unit on the screen that corresponds to the StageQube324 in real and click it it might be anywhere in the matrix After clicking the StageQube324 AND the virtual StageQube324 on your screen turn blue This indicates that this StageQube324 has been configured first configured StageQube324 Continue for the next green StageQube324 by clicking the corresponding one on your screen If you clicked wrong by accident simply click again the wrong tile turns green again and is free for a new click If all StageQube324s have been clicked and configured your screen looks like this 14 DubeControl Config ug Row Count i ml Na a m a Column Count all StageQube324s configured click Save quem RL Click Save to save the configuration Further possibilities to set up StageQube324 arrays For some stage designs pure rectangular shapes of the StageQube324 array are not possible or wanted The following example shows h
4. 65 KN dynamic lifting forces and downward motions as a result of elastic materials shall be considered for the suspension points max 45 kg at each Qube at a distance of 47 cm the max quantity mainly depends on the weight of the moving lights reduced loads will allow for higher quantities This requires exact static calculation 2 2 2 2 Vertical Suspended Type with Abutment the annular lug must have been approved to bear loads of 330 kg by the manufacturer all suspension points shall be designed for load actions of 1 65 KN dynamic lifting forces and downward motions as a result of elastic materials shall be considered for the suspension points max 45 kg at each cube at a distance of 47 cm depending on the number of blind cubes a certain number of stage cubes will be approved see diagram the max quantity mainly depends on the weight of the moving lights reduced loads will allow for higher quantities This requires exact static calculation 2 2 2 3 Diagram for 2 2 Vertical Suspended Type with Abutment number of BlindQubes number of StageQube324s Guidelines 2 12 BGV C1 3 7 BGV C1 4 12 DIN 4113 5 12 DIN 4113 6 10 DIN 4113 3 Description of the fixture 3 1 Back side Enp E gaia STAGEQub lighting safety here O safety here BOTTOM The fixture itself has no control elements All the configuring and controlling is accessed via the Qube Control Software See chapter 5 3 2 Hadling Do no
5. blue see n 6 Line Pattern Use this option to see a test pattern of the basic colours red green and blue Select delay time and start the pattern in the test area see n 6 5 5 2 Frame parameters In this area the video source resolution the preview resolution and the resolution of your StageQube324 array are displayed 5 5 3 Realtime Parameters In this area you can control video parameters to increase the visible performance of the presentation Be awa re that these parameters modify your content just on the LED side the video itself is not modified Since the LEDs are controlled with a higher resolution than a standard video adjusting levels and contrast can be done more precisely If the video content still needs more brightness and or contrast edit your source material to the desired result Most of the parameters are self explaining Brightness gives control over the global light output The last quarter of the scale is marked with Overdrive Increasing the brightness above this value can bring out even more light output but on cost of color fidelity Contrast works as a gamma correction by changing the dimming curve of the LEDs from linear to logarith mic Luminescence Time This parameter can help a lot if the video material has a low frame rate by increasing the attack and release time of each LED The whole video looks smoother scattering caused by bad video content can be minimized Be careful using val
6. condensation water might damage your device Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature Do not shake the device Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device NEVER place the fixture on the ground with the LED side down When carrying the fixture always use the fork connectors at the sides They work well as handles Don t grab the fixture by the diffusor Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when rigging derigging or servicing the fix ture Only operate the fixture after having checked that the housing is firmly closed and all screws are tightly faste ned Operate the device only after having familiarized with its functions Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating the device Most damages are the result of unprofessional operation Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the device are forbidden due to safety reasons If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual the product may suffer damages and the guarantee becomes void Furthermore any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit burns electric shock burns due to ultraviolet radiation lamp explosion crash etc The fixture has got an IP rating of IP54 Be aware that the IP54 is dependent on the correct orientation 2 2 Structural requirements Struc
7. d form of the StageQube 324 array Startup procedure wiring and controlling Intuitive graphical and fast startup without any manual addressing Definition of non rectangular arrays Distribution of video data over 1000Base T Ethernet CAT 5e 6 or 7 cable Automatic brightness detection and optimization for maximum brightness of the array important for dry hire use Daisy chain of power cable for up to 8 StageQubes 324 with Neutrick EtherCon connectors Integrated Ethernet switch with 3 Ethernet ports Neutrick Ethercon Daisy chain of up to 8 StageQube324 s Ethernet connection the third Ethernet connector allows theoretically 255 StageQube 324 in a system without any additional hardware tree structure 19
8. em gt Sounds gt Hardware Double click the line Video codecs and change to the Properties tab Here you see a list of all installed video codecs 5 5 6 VGA In and Test The interface of this area works in conjunction with the selected source see n 1 If you chose VGA In as video source see n 1 the Start button begins the process of VGA capturing You see the incoming video in the Preview area see n 4 If you selected Line Pattern as source you can set the speed of the Line Pattern and click Start You should see three sweeping vertical lines in red green and blue followed by three sweeping horizontal lines The pattern is looped until you press the Stop button If you selected Test as source you can manually test the red green and blue LEDs with the R G and B fa ders The Line Pattern and Test features are especially helpful to check if the whole StageQube324 array works properly If you encounter jumping or broken lines or if some of the StageQube324s are completely dark start the Discovery process again by clicking the Discovery button see n 7 5 5 7 Qube Layout The Discovery button in this area starts the StageQube Discovery process again This is helpful if you want to change the layout of your StageQube324 array or if you encounter any problems with the array 6 Technical specifications Electrical specification Integrated Power
9. ens and the software automatically starts counting the StageQube324s in the network Technically the software starts a DHCP process that tells every StageQube324 its IP address This may take some time depending on the amount of StageQube324s present in the network 12 If uknknown StageQube324s are discovered a dialog box appears showing the number of StageQube324s found in the network 1 Qube found should be discovered again ven If the number of StageQubes324 found corresponds to the number you have connected you don t need to discover again Just click No in the above dialog All unconfigured StageQube324s turn yellow to indicate that they haven t been given their place in the array Each of the StageQube324 has received its own unique IP address Now you have to associate the right IP addresses with the right StageQubes in other words which StageQube324 is placed where in the array 5 3 ARRAY CONFIGURATION After having detected all StageQube324s the configuration Mode is called automatically Depending on how many StageQube324s you have connected the software will show you a possible matrix as a proposal This might look as follows o A A p E E s Ey 2 5 i Example for a 4 by 4 configuration At this point you are free to modify the number of lines and columns by clicking the and buttons on the right You don t necessarily need to respect the total amount
10. he Autostart option is checked in the below dialog i Setup QubeControl O Select Additional Tasks Which additional tasks should be performed Select the additional tasks you would like Setup to perform while installing QubeContral then click Next Create a desktop icon C Run program from autostart folder 11 Click the Install button to perform the installation with the previously selected options if Setup QubeContral Ready to Install iy Setup is now ready to begin installing QubeContral on your computer Click Install to continue with the installation or click Back if you want to review or change ary settings Destination location C Programme ARobe ubes24 Start Menu folder Qube324 Additional tasks Create a desktop icon The last dialog box of the installation process ie Setup QubeControl Completing the QubeControl Setup Wizard Setup has finished installing QubeControl on pour computer The application may be launched by selecting the installed Icons Click Finish to exit Setup View readme txt Now you will find a desktop icon and a new Robe folder in your start menu 5 WORKING WITH A STAGEQUBE 324 ARRAY Make sure that the array is powered up and connected to the PC 5 1 Starting the software Start the application by double clicking the desktop icon or from the Start menu 5 2 FINDING THE STAGEQUBE 324 The software window op
11. nectors Order No XXXXXX Make sure that the device is fixed properly Ensure that the structure truss to which you are attaching the fixtures is secure When connecting an array of StageQube324s to a truss make sure the topmost fixture of EVERY column is properly attached to the truss A maximum number of 12 StageQube324 can be hung from a truss one upon the other DANGER TO LIFE Before taking into operation for the first time the installation has to be approved by an expert 4 2 3 Setting up the fixtures on the oor Use only the dedicated foot plates to set up an array on the oor The standard foot plate can carry up to 3 StageQube324 without an outrigger With the optional foot plate with outrigger it is possible to staple up to 5 StageQube324 This is valid only for indoor use If you intend to use StageQube324 with foot plates outdoors you must consider the wind load Every outdoor installation must be verified by a specialist 4 3 Power connection between StageQube324s The StageQube324 is equipped with two Neutrik PowerCon sockets You can interconnect up to 8 Stage Qube324 units using the PowerCon connection cables Never connect more than 8 StageQube324 to one single power supply line 4 4 Data connection The StageQube324 is equipped with 3 Neutrik EtherCon sockets With this feature it is possible to build up tree like structures for the Ethernet wiring Background information for Ethernet wiring
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13. or further information on how to modify the network settings use the windows help files Double click the icon QubeControlSetup exe to start the installation process i Setup QubeControl Welcome to the QubeControl Setup Wizard This will install Qube Control 1 04 on pour computer lt is recommended that you close all other applications before continuing Click Next to continue or Cancel to exit Setup 10 Follow the instructions on the screen In the following dialog click Next to install the application in the standard folder or change the installation path and click Next i Setup QubeControl Select Destination Location Where should QubeControl be installed O Setup will install QubeControl into the following folder To continue click Next If you would like to select a different folder click Browse C Pragramme R obe G ube 324 Atleast 1 7 MB of free disk space is required Click Next to create the Standard shortcut in the Start Menu folder or choose a different folder iy Setup OubeControl Select Start Menu Folder 5 Where should Setup place the program s shortcuts E nu A gH Setup will create the program s shortcuts in the following Start Menu folder To continue click Next IF vou would like to select a different folder click Browse m If you want to run the application on Windows startup automatically make sure that t
14. ow to perform the right settings for free shapes StageQube324 array example for free shape Imagine a rectangle that spans the array horizontally and vertically In the above picture the smallest size of a rectangle that fits the size of the StageQube324 array is 10 by 5 matrix See next picture 15 QubeControl Config A J JL 3 ie o o wo Tr i a gt gt 3 3 o gt ie e In the example you set the size of the array to 10 by 5 and start configuring Just click the corresponding Sta geQube324s on the screen as you would do with a rectangle matrix If all StageQube324s are configured just click Save 5 4 USING QUBECONTROL After a successful configuration the main screen is displayed ie Oube Control i Qube Frame Position Control Lo Sr En X Shift 0 Y Shift 0 Media Player O Open file Play V Repeat Selected file C Dokumente und Einstellungen Oliver Eigene Dateien Arkaos Maxedia 5 5 EXPLANATION OF THE SCREEN AREAS AND THEIR FUNCTIONALITY 5 5 1 Source Selection VGA In Use this option if you have an external video source attached and the appropriate VGA capture card is installed Media Player use this option if you want to use the internal Media Player of the QubeControl software see n 5 16 Test In Test mode you can manually select the basic LED colours red green and
15. pecially when using managed switches The QubeControl software starts its own DHCP server when running Make sure that no other computers are connected to the StageQube Network they may eat up the IP addresses needed for the StageQube324s 4 5 2 VIDEO GRABBING CAPABILITIES VGA grabbing is supported with a specific capture card the Single channel Phynx RGB card manufactured by EMS Imaging Other VGA capture cards are not supported Background information this card has been chosen because it does a lot of the video work directly on the card and thus relieves the Main CPU for its main purpose the distribution of the data to the StageQube324 array The capture card must be installed properly For further information please consult the manufacturer s ma nual 4 5 3 QUBECONTROL SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Please uninstall all previous versions of the QubeControl software use the Windows Control Panel gt Software and delete all remaining links which you may have e g on the desktop before installing the software The application is designed to work with a resolution of 1280 x 1024 px at 24 or 32 Bits color depth Please ensure the correct setting of your computer display by selecting the display properties from the system s Control Panel Network settings The computer which runs the QubeControl software needs a dedicated IP address IMPORTANT Please set the IP address to 172 16 5 0 and its subnet mask to 255 255 0 0 F
16. pective national norms during the installation The installation must only be carried out by an authorized distributor 4 2 1 Setting up a matrix using the connector plates O lt place splints here Marker O O hole for safety wire O use this hole for optional fixation Make sure that the connector plate see picture above is placed in the right orientation For horizontal con nections the marker must be visible from above for vertical connections the marker must be visible when looking from the right side Fix the connector plate with 4 conical splints as shown below and secure it with the appropriate spring Marker must be visible from the right b visible from the top Continue for every connection between Fixtures 4 2 2 Hanging a StageQube324 array from a truss The installation of the fixture has to be built and constructed in a way that it can hold 10 times the weight for 1 hour without any harming deformation The installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment e g an appropriate catch net This secondary safety attachment must be constructed in a way that no part of the installation can fall down if the main attachment fails When rigging derigging or servicing the fixture staying in the area below the installation place on bridges under high working places and other endangered areas is forbidden The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical in
17. stallations are approved by an expert before taking into operation for the first time and after changes before taking into operation another time The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are approved by an expert after every fourth year in the course of an acceptance test The operator has to make sure that safety relating and machine technical installations are approved by a skilled person once a year IMPORTANT OVERHEAD RIGGING REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE including but not limited to calculating working load limits installation material being used and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the projector If you lack these qualifications do not attempt the installation yourself but instead use a professional structural rigger Improper installation can result in bodily injury and or damage to property The fixture has to be installed out of the reach of people If the fixture shall be lowered from the ceiling or high joists professional trussing systems have to be used The fixture must never be fixed swinging freely in the room Caution Fixtures may cause severe injuries when crashing down If you have doubts concerning the safety of a possible installation do not install the fixture Before rigging make sure that the installation area can hold a minimum point load of 10 times the fixture s weight CAUTION To connect to a truss only use the designated truss con
18. supply Input voltage 110 240V 50 60Hz Power consumption 220W max 0 95 at maximum charge Leakage current lt 360UA Pixel 18x18 324 RGB high efficiency LEDs 506 25 px m Internal Resolution 14 Bit SBAM Modulation Temperature compensated LED drivers 18 Mechanical specification Dimensions 800x800x120 mm with diffusor 800x800x180 mm Robust metal framing Integrated mechanical connection system Connector panel secured with access cover Adaptors for rigging systems In ammability B1 Optical specification Clear covering PETG with a transmission rate of 90 Snap on diffuser PETG with a transmission rate of 80 Beam angle without diffusor approx 120 with diffusor approx 1 70 Controlling Input source VGA at max 60 frames s One control Unit QubeControl grabs the input signal and distributes to all panels in the system Preview window in the QubeControl software Very low latency input output max 50ms Realtime parameters via QubeControl Brightness 1 100 255 steps Exponential curve Intensity red 1 100 255 steps Exponential curve Intensity green1 100 255 steps Exponential curve Intensity blue 1 100 255 steps Exponential curve i a a Gamma 1 0 3 0 in steps of 0 1 Release time 0 1 000 ms in steps of 4 ms LED frame rate 600 1 100 frames s in steps of 2 frames s Scalling factor of the grabbed videostream Frame size and position Size an
19. t shake the device Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device NEVER place the fixture on the ground with the LED side down When carrying the fixture always use the fork connectors at the sides They work well as handles Don t grab the fixture by the snap on diffusor To remove the snap on diffusor carefully lift it from the middle of each side The easiest way is to do it with two persons Make sure that the back hatch is closed correctly after wiring Closing the hatch applies pressure on the sealing 6 gasket inside and thus prevents water from coming in Be careful that the cables lie in their dedicated place 3 3 Maintenance The fixture needs no technical maintenance 3 4 Cleaning Use only warm water and low concentrated soap lotion to clean the housing Do not apply any cleaners on both the clear and the diffusion covers especially NO GLASS CLEANERS Use a soft cloth for cleaning 4 Installation 4 1 Connecting to the mains The built in power supply unit adjusts automatically in a range of 110 V 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz Verify the power source is in that range before applying power Install a 3 prong grounding type plug on the power cable The earth has to be connected Only use a Neutrik PowerCon NAC3FCA connector for the power supply If you have any doubts about proper installation consult a qualified electrician 4 2 Rigging the fixture DENGER TO LIFE Please consider the res
20. tural Requirements to StageQube and Accessories BlindQube Without LEDs BlindQube Expo StageQube Floor Unit The modules are adequately capable of bearing loads if the following conditions areobserved In general for indoor operation only taper pins property class 5 6 after driving in of the taper pins they shall be fixed with cotter pins 2 2 1 0 StageQube BlindQube Without LEDs BlindQube Expo StageQube Floor Unit 2 2 1 1 Unsupported Type Combined with StageQube Floor Unit max 5 modules diagonal tubes as sectional tubes RR RR 50x2 AIMgSi 0 5 F22 In case of possible impact with a person a ballast with a weight of 150 kg shall be placed between the bottom ends of each gap of the erected system In case impacts can be excluded ballast with a weight of 20 kg are required 2 2 1 2 Suspended Type max 12 modules the annular lug must have been approved to bear loads of 350 kg by the manufacturer all suspension points shall be designed for load actions of 1 74 KN dynamic lifting forces and downward motions as a result of elastic materials shall be considered for the suspension points 2 2 2 0 BlindQube Mediaadapter 2 2 2 1 Suspended Type Without Abutment BGVC1 for passenger traffic max 3 modules DIN 4113 without passenger traffic max 6 modules the annular lug must have been approved to bear loads of 330 kg by the manufacturer all suspension points shall be designed for load actions of 1
21. ues too high in conjunction with fast movements in the video content can blur the picture but feel free to play around with this parameter to achieve special effects Color Control These three faders give control over the RGB balance Example If you feel that the output is a little too reddish just decrease the red color a bit 5 5 4 Preview The preview area shows the actual output that is distributed to the StageQube324s You can separately scale the video in x and y direction A red box shows which part of the source video is distributed to the StageQubes On the right side of the Preview area 4 buttons give control over the positioning of the output window See next picture Down 17 5 5 5 Media Player The built in Media Player has got the basic functionalities Play Pause Stop Repeat and a scrubber bar The software can play the following formats mpg mpg2 WMV and certain AVI Files VOB Files from uncryp ted not copy protected DVDs are also supported The resolution is limited to 800 x 600 px for your source video The video codecs that can be played back are not part of QubeControl It is necessary to have the video codecs you want to play back installed on your computer If you have Windows Media Player installed most common codecs should already be on your machine To download the newest Windows Media Player go to www microsoft com Tip To see which codecs are installed in your Windows system go to Syst
22. y perfect condition In order to maintain this condition and to en sure a safe operation it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual Important The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the device Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty Never let the power cord come into contact with other cables Handle the power cord and all connections with mains with particular caution Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel Always plug in the power plug last The power plug has to be accessible after installing the device Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged by sharp edges Check the device and the power cord from time to time Always disconnect from the mains when the device is not in use or before cleaning it Only handle the power cord by the plug Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord The electric connection repairs and servicing must be carried out by a qualified employee Do not connect this device to a dimmer pack 2 Operating and structural requirements 2 1 Operating determinations If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature uctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising
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