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1. 3 1 5 CODY EE eer 8 3 16 Fade coto EE 8 3 2 Operation 2 81 Manual EE 8 3 2 2 Review Scene or E nne 9 3 3 PROGRAMMING 3 3 Programming 3 3 1 Entering Program MOOS em 0 Rn 9 3 9 2 Create a SCONE Mm 9 3 3 9 RUNNING GE PrOJLAM EE 10 3 3 4 Checking a Program RTT 10 3 3 5 Editing ee EE 10 3 9 0 Copy a Program EE 10 3 4 Chase programming 34 1 Create A o 11 3 4 2 Running a Chase aras aN ite 11 3 4 3 Checking a Chase EE 11 3 4 4 Edit Chase Copy Bank Into Chase isi coccion e 11 3 4 5 Edit Chase Copy Scene Into Chase wn scans geed eege ia 12 3 4 6 Edit Chase Insert Scene Into a Chase sccicisscidacincsocestscassssenoactcesaereiaacbmuadanvauesemisadotte 12 3 4 7 Delete a scene in a Chase oo PERO Ne eeneeteateaeeeeeeeesseee 12 DAG Deletea Chase sicsrorssscisiass nadon eni e E a EE SEDLE TEENER ASESINA 12 3 4 9 Delete all Chase Programs ina xaeecuimnontaylaradermnmineecennidaminges 13 3 5 Scene programming steps 0 sema EE 13 3 5 2 COPY A SCR C ASEENA 13 3 5 3 Delete EE eebe eege 14 3 5 4 EE 14 3 6 Playback 30 1 S0UNd e C 14 See 14 3 0 9 DSC EE 14 4 Appendix 4 1 DMX Descansa 15 i DMX Er qs rH o A E 15 16 4 3 DMX Dipswitch quick reference chat 17 K NZ eiaei enel 18 000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 WARNING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START2. Er ss ss vr sas vas zia 25 zrr 309 3er 73 405 CALEN 22 54 86 118 150 182 214 246 278 310 342 374 406 438 470 502 23 55 87 449 151 183 215 247 279 311 343 375 407 439 471 503 24 88 120 152 216 248 280 312 344 376 408 472 E sr ss var ses ves zr s zn si is 77 Te uas ATS 26 58 90 122 218 250 282 314 378 442 474 Er se sr TTS zto er as si SAT 379000 as ers sor 28 60 sz 124 156 88 220 252 a4 316 es 380 412 aa 476 508 22 ss vs ser ses 221 es zs s sis 3 ATS 451477508 30 52 se vas ses 1602221255 206356360 202 sia is fara sio naaa Dip Switch Position DMX ADDRESS 17 4 4 Technical Specifications Maximum ambient temperature suus adici a bci av dedu Fut cup t eR akku Ru eben can dc binds 45 C RSS Tei AA locking 3 pin XLR male socket Data OU EE locking 3 pin XLR female socket Data PiN CoOntiQur ON qaae aua acero cose tee areduachneecanenddetedapendesasaencensssedezece pin 1 shield pin 2 pin 3 ls EE DMX 512 USITT Power SUPPI Nr E DC 9V 12V 500mA min Dimensions LXW X EE 482 x 133 x 82mm OZ 111 EE 2 0Kgs 000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 www prolight co uk
3. Press ADD button to copy the bank All LEDs will blink Notes Notes The time between 2 taps will set the chase speed up to 10 minutes Notes Notes 3 4 5 EDIT CHASE COPY SCENE INTO CHASE Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button to enter programming mode 2 Press the desired CHASE button 3 Select the BANK that contains the scene to be copied using the BANK UP DOWN buttons 4 Press the SCENE button that corresponds to the scene to be copied 5 Press ADD button to copy the scene All LEDs will blink Notes 3 4 6 EDIT CHASE INSERT SCENE INTO A CHASE Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button to enter programming mode 2 Press the desired CHASE button 3 Press the TAPSYNC DISPLAY to switch the LED display to steps view 4 Use the BANK UP DOWN buttons to navigate steps and locate the insert point of the new scene The display will read the step number 5 Press ADD button to prepare the insert 6 Use the BANK UP DOWN button to locate the SCENE 7 Press the SCENE button that corresponds to the scene to be inserted 8 Press ADD button to insert the scene All LEDs will blink 3 4 7 DELETE A SCENE IN A CHASE Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button to enter programming mode 2 Press the desired CHASE button that contains the scene to be deleted 3 Press the TAPSYNC DISPLAY button to switch the LED display to steps 4 Select the scene step to be deleted using the BANK
4. UP CAUTION Keep this equipment away from rain moisture and liquids SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation amp maintenance of this equipment should Be competent Follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION TAKE CARE USING THIS EQUIPMENT HIGH VOLTAGE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Before your initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused during transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and do not use the equipment To maintain the equipment in good working condition and to ensure safe operation it is necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual Please note that damages caused by user modifications to this equipment are not subject to warranty IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorised modification to the equipment Never let the power cable come into contact with other cables Handle the power cable and all mains voltage connections with particular caution Never remove warning or informative labels from the equipment Do not open the equipment and do not modify the equipment Do not connect this equipment to a dimmer pack Do not switch the equipment on and off in short intervals as this will reduce the system s life Only use the equipment indoors Do not expos
5. cause a short circuit and erratic behaviour DMX 51 3 pin XLR MALE SOCKET common 2 out XLR XLR FEMALE SOCKET 2 cold 1 ground 1 O 2 cold ey 3 Hot M1 3 Hot FIGURE 3 Special Note Line termination When longer runs of cable are used you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic behaviour fe DMX 512 in 3 pin XLR XLR Pin Configuration Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Negative FIGURE 2 Termination reduces signal transmission problems and interferance it is always advisable to connect a DMX terminal resistance 120 Ohm 1 4W between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX of the last fixture Using a cable terminator part number CABL90 will decrease the possibilities of erratic behaviour 5 Pin XLR DMX Connecto rs e Some manufactures use 5 pin XLR connectors for data transmission in place of 3 pin 5 Pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3 pin XLR DMX line When inserting standard 5 pin XLR connectors in to a 3 pin line a cable adaptor must be used The chart below details the correct cable conversion 5 Pin XLR Pin 1 GND socket screen Signal 3 Pin XLR Pin 1 GND socket l l screen com Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal By 3 Pin XLR socket Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal 5 Pin XLR socket Pin 1 GND screen Pin 3 Si
6. in the chase 3 3 Programming A program bank is a sequence of different scenes or steps that can be called up one after another In the controller 23 programs can be created of 8 scenes in each 3 3 1 ENTERING PROGRAM MODE Press the PROGRAM button until the LED blinks 3 3 2 CREATE A SCENE Ascene is a static lighting state Scenes are stored in banks There are 23 bank memories on the controller and each bank can hold 8 scene memories The controller can save up to a total of 184 scenes Action 1 Press the PROGRAM button until the LED blinks Notes 2 Position SPEED and FADE TIME sliders Deselect Blackout if LED is on all the way down 3 Select the FIXTURES you wish to include in your scene You can select more than one fixture 4 Adjust your lighting fixture to the scene you require by moving the sliders 5 Tap the ADD button 6 Choose a BANK 01 23 to change if necessary 7 Select a SCENES button to store 8 Repeat steps 3 through 7 as necessary There are 8 scenes in each bank 8 scenes can be recorded in a Program All LEDs will flash to confirm The LED display 9 To exit program mode hold will now indicate the Scene number and Bank the PROGRAM button number used 3 3 3 RUNNING A PROGRAM Action 1 Use BANK UP DOWN buttons to change Programme banks if necessary 2 Press the AUTO DEL button repeatedly until the AUTO LED turns on 3 Adjust the PROGRAM speed via the SPEED fader and the loop rate via
7. short circuit burns and electric shocks etc Do not endanger your own safety and the safety of others Incorrect installation or use can cause serious damage to people and property 1 2 What is included 1 DMX 512 controller 2 DC 9 12V 500mA 90V 240V Power adaptor 3 Manual 4 LED gooseneck lamp 1 3 Unpacking instructions Immediately upon receiving the fixture carefully unpack the carton check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and have been received in good condition Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling Save the carton and all packing materials In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory carton and packing 2 INTRODUCTION 2 1 Features e DMX512 Controls 12 intelligent lights of up to 16 channels each total 192 channels 23 banks each with 8 scenes 6 chases each with up to 184 scenes Record up to 6 chases with fade time and speeds 8 sliders for direct control of channels Built in microphone for music mode Auto mode program controlled by fade time sliders DMX in out 3 pin XLR LED goose neck lamp 19 Rackable 2 2 General Overview The controller is a universal intelligent lighting controller It allows the control of 12 fixtures composed of 16 channels each and up t
8. the FADE TIME fader 4 Alternatively you can tap the TAPSYNC DISPLAY button twice The time between two Notes Deselect Blackout if LED is lit taps sets the time between SCENES up to 10 minutes 3 3 4 CHECKING A PROGRAM Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button until the LED blinks 2 Use the BANK UP DOWN buttons to select the PROGRAM bank to review 3 Press the SCENES buttons to review each scene individually 3 3 5 EDITING A PROGRAM Scenes will need to be modified manually Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button until the LED blinks 2 Use BANK UP DOWN buttons to change Program banks if necessary 3 Select the desired fixture via the FIXTURES button 4 Adjust and change fixture attributes using the channel faders 5 Press the ADD button to prepare the save 6 Select the desired SCENES button to save 3 3 6 COPY A PROGRAM Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button until the LED blinks 2 Use BANK UP DOWN buttons to select the PROGRAM bank you want to copy 3 Press the ADD button to prepare to copy 4 Use BANK UP DOWN buttons to select the destination PROGRAM bank 5 Press the MUSIC BANK COPY button to execute the copy All LEDs on the controller will blink Notes Notes Deselect Blackout if LED is lit Notes All 8 scenes in a Program bank will be copied 10 3 4 Chase Programming A chase is created by using previously created scenes Scenes become steps in a c
9. Commander 192 N FIXTURES FIXTURE 1 FIXTURE 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 4 92 Ken 1 M COMMANDER 192 O o o Nr 10 1313019705103 1030 1050 DMX E EAE y0 10A CHANNELS Eam AUTO TRIGGER FIXTURE 2 FIXTURE 8 CHASE SCENE BANK O C3 s O S 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Q 9 9 3 ls 5 D 7 user FIXTURE 3 FIXTURE 9 ke GC ad UN pd O o o e 10 1 12 13 14 15 x 3 g E m gt H IXTUI 10MIN 0 S CT e J AUTO DEL MUSIC ADD SIRI RR M 1 E R HH BE BY FIXTURE 5 FIXTURE 11 PAGE SELECT BANK COPY PROGRAM O o L J L d U SPEED cd FIXTURE 6 FIXTURE 12 SCENE 1 SCENE2 SCENE3 SCENE4 SCENE5 SCENE6 SCENE7 SCENE 8 CHASE 1 CHASE2 CHASE 3 CHASE 4 CHASE 5 CHASE 6 TAP SYNC BLACKOUT DISPLAY ES A ORDER CODE BOTESS www prolight co uk USER MANUAL 0000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 1 Before you begin Mea 1d oi EN 2 3 1 2 What is included sss sese 4 cele te te BEE 4 2 Introduction SC Heu TE A 2 2 General OVOPVIOW EE 4 2 07 Product Overview front panel serrat Usina 5 2 4 Product Overview back panel EE 5 2 5 Overview Identification EE 6 3 Operating instructions 3 1 Setup 3 1 1 Setting UP the SYSTEM EE 6 iz FLA Addressing EE 7 3 1 3 Pan and WR ln UR ETE OS 7 3 1 4 Resetting the System EE 8
10. TION INSTRUCTIONS 2 3 O 5 7 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 00 e 2 2 0 1 2 3 4 5 7 0 1 2 3 3 1 Setup 3 1 1 SETTING UP THE SYSTEM 1 Plug the AC to DC power supply to the system back panel and to the mains outlet 2 Plug in your DMX cable s to your intelligent lighting as described in the fixtures respective manual For a quick reference on DMX refer to the Appendix of this manual 6 O0 09 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O 3 1 2 FIXTURE ADDRESSING The Controller is able to control 16 channels of DMX per fixture therefore the fixtures you wish to control with the corresponding FIXTURE buttons on the unit must be spaced 16 channels apart Please refer to your individual fixture s manual for DMX addressing instructions The table above refers to a standard 9 dipswitch binary configurable fixture 3 1 3 PAN AND TILT CHANNELS Because not all intelligent lighting fixtures are alike or share the same control attributes the Controller allows the user to assign the correct pan and tilt channel for every individual fixture Action 1 Press and hold PROGRAM amp TAPSYNC to enter Pan Tilt assignment mode 2 Press a FIXTURE button that represents the fixture whose faders you would like to re assign 3 Move one fader of 1 16 channels to select the pan channel 4 Press the TAPSYNC DISPLAY button to select pan tilt 5 Move o
11. UP DOWN buttons 5 Press AUTO DEL button to delete the step scene All LEDs will blink 3 4 8 DELETE A CHASE Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button to enter programming mode 2 Press the CHASE button 1 6 to be deleted 3 Press and hold AUTO DEL button and the respective CHASE button to delete the chase All LEDs will blink Notes l e To insert a scene between Steps 05 and 06 navigate using BANK buttons until the display reads STEPO5 Notes Notes 3 4 9 DELETE ALL CHASE PROGRAMS CAUTION This procedure will result in irrevocable loss of chase step memory The individual scenes and programme banks will be preserved Action Notes 1 Turn OFF the controller 2 Press and hold the BANK DOWN button and the AUTO DEL button while turning ON the controller 3 All LEDs will blink 3 5 Scene Programming Steps 3 5 1 INSERT A SCENE Action Notes 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button to enter programming mode 2 Press the desired CHASE button 3 Press the TAPSYNC DISPLAY to switch the LED display to steps view 4 Use the BANK UP DOWN buttons to navigate steps and locate the insert point Le To insert a scene between Steps 05 and 06 of the new scene The display will read navigate using BANK buttons until the display the step number reads STEPO5 5 Press ADD button to prepare the insert 6 Use the BANK UP DOWN button to locate the SCENE 7 Press the SCENE button that corresponds to the scene to b
12. e inserted 8 Press ADD button to insert the scene All LEDs will blink 3 5 2 COPY A SCENE Action Notes 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button to enter programming mode 2 Select the BANK that contains the scene to be copied using the BANK UP DOWN buttons 3 Press the SCENE button that corresponds to the scene to be copied 4 Press ADD button to copy the scene 5 Select the destination BANK that contains the scene memory to record into using the BANK UP DOWN buttons 6 Press the desired SCENE button to complete copy All LEDs will blink 13 3 5 3 DELETE A SCENE Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button to enter programming mode 2 Select the BANK that contains the scene to be deleted by using the BANK UP DOWN buttons 3 Press and hold the AUTO DEL button 4 Press the SCENE button that corresponds to the scene you want to delete All LEDs will blink 3 5 4 DELETE ALL SCENES Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button and the BANK DOWN button while turning OFF power to the controller 2 Turn the controller back ON 3 6 Playback 3 6 1 SOUND MODE Action 1 Press the MUSIC BANK COPY button until the MUSIC LED turns on 2 Select the program BANK to run in sound active mode using the BANK UP DOWN buttons 3 Alternatively you can press a single CHASE button 1 6 or several CHASE buttons in sequence and all selected chases will loop in the order selected 4 You can adjust the duration tim
13. e to flammable sources liquids or gases Always disconnect the power from the mains when equipment is not in use or before cleaning Only handle the power cable by the plug Never pull out the plug by pulling the power cable Make sure that the available voltage is between 220v 240v Make sure that the power cable is never crimped or damaged Check the equipment and the power cable periodically e If the equipment is dropped or damaged disconnect the mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect the equipment before operating again e If the equipment has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising condensation might damage the equipment Leave the equipment switched off until it has reached room temperature If your product fails to function correctly discontinue use immediately Pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return it to your Prolight dealer for service Only use fuses of same type and rating Repairs servicing and power connection must only be carried out by a qualified technician THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS WARRANTY One year from date of purchase OPERATING DETERMINATIONS If this equipment is operated in any other way than those described in this manual the product may suffer damage and the warranty becomes void Incorrect operation may lead to danger e g
14. e using the FADE TIME fader 3 6 2 AUTO MODE Action 1 Press the AUTO DEL button until the AUTO LED turns on 2 If a CHASE button is not pressed the controller will automatically run a BANK program 3 Change BANK programs by using the BANK UP DOWN buttons 4 Alternatively you can press a single CHASE button 1 6 or several CHASE buttons in sequence and all selected chases will loop in the order selected 5 You can adjust the time between steps by moving the SPEED fader and the duration of the step by moving the FADE TIME fader 3 6 3 BLACKOUT The Blackout button brings all lighting output to O or off 14 Notes When deleting a scene the physical location is not removed however all 384 DMX channels available to the scene will be set to value O Notes CAUTION This process is irreversible All scenes with data will be set to O Notes In the Sound mode programs will be triggered by the sound using its built in microphone Multiple chases selected will loop and run in the order originally selected Notes In the Auto mode programs will be triggered by controllers fade and speed time as set on the faders Multiple chases selected will loop and run in the order originally selected 4 Appendix 4 1 DMX 512 DMX Digital Multiplex is a universal protocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures and controllers A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions form the controller t
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16. hase and can be arranged in any order you choose It is highly recommended that prior to programming chases for the first time you delete all chases from the memory See Delete All Chases for instructions 3 4 1 CREATE A CHASE A Chase can contain up to 184 scenes as steps The term steps refers to a scene when used within a chase Action 1 Press the PROGRAM button until the LED blinks 2 Press the CHASE 1 6 button you wish to program 3 Change BANK if necessary to locate a scene 4 Select the SCENE to insert 5 Tap the ADD button to store 6 Repeat steps 3 5 to add additional steps in the chase Up to 184 steps can be recorded 7 Press and hold the PROGRAM button to save the chase 3 4 2 RUNNING A CHASE Action 1 Press a CHASE button then press the AUTO DEL button 2 Adjust the Chase speed by tapping the TAPSYNC DISPLAY button twice at a rate of your choice 3 4 3 CHECKING A CHASE Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button until the LED is lit 2 Select the desired CHASE button 3 Press the TAPSYNC DISPLAY button to switch the LED display to steps 4 Review each scene step individually by using the BANK UP DOWN buttons 3 4 4 EDIT CHASE COPY BANK INTO CHASE Action 1 Press and hold the PROGRAM button to enter programming mode 2 Press the desired CHASE button 3 Select the BANK to be copied using the BANK UP DOWN buttons 4 Press MUSIC BANK COPY button to prepare to copy 5
17. ly selected Scone select butions Selector buttons representing scene location for storage and selection For adjusting DMX values CH 1 16 4 Channel sliders can be adjusted immediately after pressing the respective fixture select button Program button Used to enter programming mode Music Bank Copy button Used to activate Music mode and as the copy command during programming LED display window Status window displays operational data Mode Indicator LEDs Provides operating mode status manual music or auto Bank Up button Function button to Scene Steps in banks or chases Bank Down button Function button to select Scene Steps in banks or chases Tap Display button Sets the chase speed by tapping and toggles between values and percentages Sets the shutter or dimmer value of all fixtures to Blackout button WX 0 causing all light output to cease ADD button Activates external control and also used to confirm the record save process Auto Del Button Used to activate Auto mode and as the delete function key during programming Chaser buttons Chase memory 1 6 Speed slider Adjusts the hold time of a scene or a step within a chase Fade Time slider Sets the interval time between two scenes in a chase Page A indicator LED Indicates the current selected page Page B indicator LED Indicates the current selected page Page select button In manual mode press to toggle between pages A or B 2 2 USB Lampsocket OOOO O O OSOS 24 3 OPERA
18. ne fader of 1 16 channels to select the tilt channel 6 Press and hold PROGRAM amp TAPSYNC DISPLAY buttons to exit and save setting All LEDs will blink Notes All channels can be reassigned to output on a different DMX channel Press AUTO DEL buttons to delete the channel assignment mode All pan tilt can be reassigned to output on a different DMX channel 3 1 4 RESETTING THE SYSTEM Warning This will reset the controller to its factory defaults Notes This will erase all programs and settings Action 1 Turn off the unit 2 Press and hold BANK UP and AUTO DEL 3 Turn on power to the unit while still holding BANK UP and AUTO DEL 3 1 5 COPY Fixture Example Copying Fixture 1 into Fixture 2 Action 1 Press and hold FIXTURE button 1 2 While holding button 1 press FIXTURE Notes button 2 To save time you can copy the settings of one 3 Release FIXTURE button 1 first before Scanner button to another releasing FIXTURE button 2 4 All FIXTURE LED indicators will flash to confirm successful copy 3 1 6 FADE TIME ASSIGN You can choose whether the controllers fade time during scene execution is implemented to all output channels or only to the Pan amp Tilt movement channels This is relevant because often you will want gobos and colours to change quickly while not affecting the movement of the light Action 1 Turn OFF the controller 2 Hold the BLACKOUT and TAPSYNC DISPLAY buttons simultaneou
19. o 184 programmable scenes Six chase banks can contain up to 184 steps composed of the saved scenes and in any order Programs can be triggered by music automatically or manually All chases can be executed sequentially On the front panel you will find various programming tools such as 8 universal channel sliders quick access scanner and scene buttons and an LED display indicator for easier navigation of controls and menu functions 2 3 Product Overview front FIXTURES SS FIXTURE 1 FIXTURE 7 FIXTURE 2 FIXTURE 8 FIXTURE 3 FIXTURE 9 0 A tt ve s M TRANSCENSION Show Control FIXTURE 4 FIXTURE 10 EN gt ie O 9 e v we FIXTURE 5 FIXTURE 11 PAGE SELECT PEE Os X FIXTURE 12 2 4 Product Overview rear panel Lal ali Lai lain rm Leite oT rT mT rT m mnm S mi ie AAA AA A f A r HA 6 sneer to o 9 S w i T TRANSCENSION 0 MADEIN CHINA DMX DCINPUT 6 TT Sow ntl CE 7 SERIALNO mmm OUTPUT 9V500mA LAMP POWER UI See CNOA Keep this device away from rain and moisture A e o Ge 9 Note For the Overview Identification please see page 6 2 5 Overview Identification Item Button or Fader Function 1 Fixture select buttons Fixture selection Fixture indicator LEDs Indicates the fixtures current
20. o the fixture DMX data is sent as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture via the DATA IN and DATA OUT XLR terminals located on all DMX fixtures most controllers only have a data out terminal 4 2 DMX Linking e DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single controller as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX compliant To ensure proper DMX data transmission when using several DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path possible The order in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the DMX addressing For example a fixture assigned to a DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere in a DMX line at the beginning at the end or anywhere in the middle When a fixture is assigned a DMX address of 1 the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1 to that unit no matter where it is located in the DMX chain Figure 1 Further DMX cables can be purchased from all good sound and lighting suppliers or Prolight dealers Please quote CABL10 2M CABL11 5M CABL12 10M Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split 15 Notice Be sure to follow figures 2 amp 3 when making your own cables Do not connect the cable s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR s outer casing Grounding the shield could
21. sly 3 Turn ON the controller 4 Press the TAPSYNC DISPLAY button to toggle Notes between the two modes Either all channels A A All channels P Only Pan amp Tilt or select channel Pan amp Tilt only P 5 Press BLACKOUT and TAPSYNC DISPLAY to save settings All LEDs will blink to confirm 3 2 Operation 3 2 1 MANUAL MODE The manual mode allows direct control of all fixtures You are able to move them and change attributes by using the channel faders Action Notes 1 Press the AUTO DEL button repeatedly until All changes made while in Manual Mode are neither music trigger or auto trigger indicators temporary and will not be recorded are lit 2 Select a FIXTURE button 3 Move faders to change fixture attributes TAPSYNC DISPLAY button Press to toggle the output indicator on the LED display between DMX values 0 255 and percentage 0 100 3 2 2 REVIEW SCENE OR CHASE This instruction assumes that you have already recorded scenes and chases on the controller Otherwise skip this section and go to programming Action SCENE Review Notes 1 Select any one of the 23 banks by Make sure you are still in MANUAL Mode pressing the BANK UP DOWN buttons 2 Select a SCENE button 1 8 to review 3 Move faders to change fixture attributes Action CHASE Review 1 Press any one of the 6 CHASE buttons 2 Press the TAP DISPLAY button to view the step number on the display 3 Press the BANK UP DOWN buttons review all scenes
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