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1. Unpack your Studio Command fixture and verify that it arrived bezel latch undamaged Inspect both the outside of the fixture for physical damage and the inside of the fixture for damage to glass components J L A N To access the internal components release the two bezel latches one latch located on each side of the fixture s head and remove the bezel If the fixture is damaged notify both the shipping agent and your L sales agent immediately Removing the bezel Do not discard the shipping carton and packing materials The carton and packing materials are specifically designed to protect the product during transport High End Systems assumes no responsibility for products that are damaged during transport Always return a product for repair in its original shipping carton and packing materials Note Before sending anything to the factory call your High End Systems dealer distributor for a Return Material Authorization RMA number The factory cannot accept any goods shipped without an RMA number Installing an Attachment Plugs Studio Command fixtures do not ship with molded attachment plugs on the fixture power cable and in the case of Studio Command H fixtures the dimmer power cable Different locations even within the same country may require a different attachment plug to connect your fixture to a power ou
2. Ij mm T i 1 9 in 119mm l J in FUN 526mm 352 mm 207 in 13 9 in 391 mm 154in 135mm 5 3 in 5 7 in o o o V _ s mm 19 1 n 16mm mm 11 6 in 543 mm 21 4 in 6 in Environmental il qd gt Maximum ambient temperature T4 50 C 122 F Maximum exterior surface temperature 160 C 320 F Studio Command Series User Manual 5 CHAPTER 1 Product Overview AN WARNI NGS Im f Minimum distance to flammable objects 3 28 ft 1 0 m 2m f Minimum distance to lighted object 6 56 ft 2 0 m A Do not mount on a flammable surface Electrical Power Model Maximum Rated Power Studio Command 1200 230 V 6 1 AMP 1400 W Studio Command 700 230 V 4 3 AMP 1200 W Studio Command H 230 V 5 2 AMP 1200 W Total fixture and dimmer controlled lamp Fuses Logic Board Fuses F1 2 5A 250V Slow Blow only 5 mm x 20 mm F2 2 5A 250V Slow Blow only 5 mm x 20 mm Motor Power Supply Fuses F1 6 3A 250V Slow Blow only 5 mm x 20 mm F2 6 3A 250V Fast Blow only 5 mm x 20 mm Filter Board Fuses F1 16A 250V Fast Blow only 5 mm x 20 mm F2 16A 250V Fast Blow only 5 mm x 20 mm Voltage Surge A surge of 2000V or more may damage the power supply Warning Cl
3. Continuous 128 143 50 56 80 8F Cycle Speed is set by the Cyan channel 144 159 57 62 90 9F Random Speed is set by the Cyan channel 160 175 63 69 AO AF TBD 176 255 69 100 BO FF Cyan Full Saturation 0 0 00 Open 255 100 FF Fast Rate 255 100 FF Magenta Full Saturation 0 0 00 Open 255 100 FF Yellow Full Saturation 0 0 00 Open 255 100 FF Zoom Narrow 0 0 00 Zoom Wide 255 100 FF Close 0 23 0 9 00 17 Periodic Strobe Mechanical from 1 4Hz operation 24 27 9 10 18 1B Periodic Strobe Electronic from 5 33Hz operation 28 49 11 19 1C 31 Random Random Strobe 50 75 20 29 32 4B Synchronous Random Strobe 76 101 30 40 4C 65 Ramp Open Snap Shut 102 127 40 50 66 7F Snap Open Ramp Shut 128 153 50 60 80 99 Ramp Open Ramp Shut 154 179 60 70 9A B3 Random Ramp Open Snap Shut 180 205 71 80 B4 CD Random Snap Open Ramp Shut 206 231 81 91 CE E7 Open 232 255 91 100 E8 FF Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Value Value Value Channel Parameter Description dec 96 hex The shutter functions are the same as in the normal shutter function range Periodic strobes random random and random synchronous strobes are lamp assisted For lamp boost effects the lamp is boosted above the 700 Watt level for the specified period of time The lamp is also boosted during the lightning effect
4. ssssssssse m emm 18 Determining the DMX Start Channel ssssssssesss enne 19 Chapter 3 The Menu System On Board Programming Capability sss mmn 21 Navigating the Menu System issssssssss IH emen eee 21 Studio Command Menu Options ssssssssssssee HH emen eene 22 Preset Men PRST 2 25 arsit rbi e e RR LUUD UE AR dc 23 Setting Preset Playback PLAY ccceceee cece eee ee ee eee eee eee enter meme enne 23 Editing or Creating an On Board Memory Scene EDIT eceeeeeeeee teen eens 24 Copying an On Board Memory Scene COPY ce ceeeeeee eect ee ee eee ee eens teen en en ees 24 Capturing a Preset Scene CAPT cceeccee cece cere eee eee ee eee eee ee eee eem 25 Enabling the Preset Default DFLT 00 0 0 cece eeee eee teen Henne 25 SEEIMOENUA SET EE 26 Setting Factory Defaults FACT 0 0 0 ccee cee eee ee eee memes 26 Swapping Pan and Tilt SWAP aisinn anniina iia VERE VEMM V NV UAE 26 Inverting Tilt T N iiu iiic yxp srenencutupaie bad tree ER RR Qn dienen pipa ma ennai RR RA 27 inverting Pan PAIN ierat rt rhibot e REP Raw ated bedodd ania aa 27 Changing the Display Output DSPL 2 cece nent Hm 28 Inverting LED Characters D IN sssssssssese memes 28 Setting the Lamp Warning Message LMPL sssssss eens eee eeeeeeeneas 29 Data Loss Shutter Close DLOS sse nennen 29 Mode Menu MODE x guerre tete renidet
5. Home the fixture see Control Parameter on page 53 for controller Homing or Homing the Fixture HOME on page 33 to Home the fixture manually Contact High End Systems customer support if problem continues Studio Command Series User Manual 69 CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting Problem Fixture is not responding to Probable Cause The data cable is faulty Solution Test and replace the data cables as necessary No controller is attached to the Verify that a controller is connected to the link and is controller link or the controller is not generating output by sending commands to a known ERA aris generating any output working device unexpected The fixture has an incorrect Verify the fixture number or DMX start channel does results fixture number or DMX start not overlap another fixture s DMX start channel see channel Uploading Latest Fixture Software on page 17 The link was not terminated Terminate the link see Terminating the Link on page 16 The logic board has been Set the sensor positions according to the table at the replaced and not configured bottom of t
6. Questa apparecchiatura e da collegarsi ad un circuito con una protezzione da sovraccarico massima di 20 amperes Avvertenza Per Prevenire Le Scosse Elettriche 1 Se questa apparecchiatura stata consegnata senza una spina del cavo di alimentazione collegare la spina appropriata del cavo di alimentazione in base ai seguenti codici marrone sotto tensione blu neutro verde giallo terra Disinnestare la corrente prima di cambiare la lampadina o prima di eseguire qualsiasi riparazione 3 Este equipo se adecua a lugares secos solamente no lo exponga a la lluvia o humedad 4 Per qualsiasi riparazione rivolgersi al personale specializzato L utente non deve riparare 5 nessuna parte dentro l unita Aparecchio di Classe Questa apparecchiatura deve essere messa a terra Avvertenza Per Proteggersi Contro Le Radiazioni Dei Raggi Ultravioletti Non usare questa apparecchiatura se il sistema di chiusura della lampadina non e completo o se gli scudetti le lenti si sono visibilmente danneggiati di maniera tale che la loro efficacia sia stata ridotta ad esempio se vi sono visibili spaccature o graffi profondi Mai guardare direttamente verso la lampadina quando sia accesa Avvertenza Per Non ferire Ad Altre Persone I 2 Use cable secundario de seguridad al montar este aparato Avvertenza La lampadina calda potrebbe esplodere Spegnerla per 5 minuti prima di aprirla Usare protezzioni per le man
7. Studio Command Series User Manual 53 CHAPTER 4 Fixture Programming 54 Studio Command Series User Manual Chapter 5 General Maintenance This chapter includes information on replacing parts optimizing the lamp cleaning the fixture and updating fixture software Please note the warnings under each heading before servicing your fixture The information listed in this chapter is intended to h Warning This fixture must be serviced by qualified personnel assist qualified personnel only Replacing Parts Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 160 C 320 F Allow the fixture to cool before Warnings Disconnect power before servicing Replace fuses with the specified type and rating only z handling Replacing Fuses There are two fuses located on the logic board two fuses located on the filter board and two fuses located on the motor power supply board To replace the fuses 1 Disconnect power to the fixture If the fixture has been operating allow the fixture to cool before handling 2 Determine which fuse to replace by referring to the following table Fuse Type and Rating Size Protects Symptom of Failure Logic Board F1 2 5 A 250 V 5mm x Pan motor Pan and Tilt will no longer Slow Blow only 20mm and Tilt motor function Logic Board F2 2 5 A 250 V 5mm x Other motors Wheels will no longer function Slow Blow only 20mm and fans and fans will shut off Motor Power Supply
8. Cambie el blindaje los lentes si nota una aver a visible a tal grado que su eficacia se vea comprometida Por ejemplo en el caso de grietas o rayaduras profundas 2 Jam s mire directamente a la l mpara en tanto sta est encendida Advertencia Para Protecci n Continua Contra Lesiones Corporales 1 2 Al montare questa apparechiatura usare un secondo cavo di sicurezza Precauci n Una l mpara caliente puede constituir un peligro de explosi n No la abra por 5 minutos luego de haberla apagado Lleve puestos un protector ocular y guantes al recambiar l mparas Las superficies del equipo pueden alcanzar temperaturas m ximas de 160 grados cent grados Deje que se enfr en por 5 minutos antes de tocarlas Cambie la l mpara si sta se aver a o deforma por acci n t rmica Studio Command Series User Manual 89 Appendix C Appendice C Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza Avvertenza Per Prevenire Incendi 1 Quest apparecchiatura disegnata per l uso con le lampade specificate soltanto L uso di qualunque altra lampada di tipo pu essere pericoloso e pu nullo la garanzia 2 Da non montare sopra una superficie infiammabile Mantenere l apparecchio a un minimo di 1 0 metri 3 28 piedi di distanza dai materiali combustibili Rimpiazare i fusibili usando soltanto quelli del tipo e della taratura adatta 5 Mantenere una distanza minima di 2 0 metri 6 56 piedi dagli oggetti accesi
9. Copying the Boot Code BOOT New software uploaded to Studio Command fixtures may contain a new boot code which must be copied to each BOOT section of the FlashROM In this case the LED displays a BOOT DIFF error To accept and store the new boot code Ald 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display TEGT 2 Scroll to the TEST menu Press Enter to select EDT 3 Scroll to the BOOT option 4 Press Enter to start the reboot The fixture stores the new boot code then automatically homes Note Do not remove power from the fixture while performing a boot copy Studio Command Series User Manual 33 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Performing Self Tests SELF The following self tests are available Construct Self Test Description ALL performs all of the self tests listed below PAN moves the pan motor from 0 to 540 TILT moves the tilt motor from 0 to 240 CYAN divides the cyan color wheel into eight equal sections positions and rotates the cyan color wheel from position 1 through 8 divides the magenta color wheel into eight equal sections positions and rotates the MAGN magenta color wheel from position 1 through 8 divides the yellow color wheel into eight equal sections positions and rotates the yellow YELW i color wheel from position 1 through 8 SHUT performs strobe functions DIM moves the dim wheel from closed to fully open To see the effects of
10. and Studio Command fixtures DMX analyzer for easy DMX troubleshooting Lamp interlock douses the lamp if the lamp cap is opened while the lamp is on Remote fixture power up and shut down Studio Command l200 700 Model Only Smooth full field dimming without changing color temperature or beam shape Electronic strobe in addition to a variable conventional strobe to 10 Hz Full optical dimming and fade to black Light burst lamp boosting and lightning effects Operation High resolution DMX512 programming control TalkBack protocol support for remote fixture control Fat output beam 8 inches 200 mm in diameter Integral fully variable zoom adjustable from 8 13 beam angle and an 18 32 field angle Fully dichroic colors that never fade Full control over color mixing from smooth stepless movement allowing slow imperceptible color fades to rapid snap color changes Quiet performance even during snap color changes Even soft edged wash with good beam distribution for easy blending Live color fading from one color to another at any speed On board Preset DMX programming via the fixture s menu system for stand alone operation Easy to program alphanumeric LED light emitting diode display Two user Preset modes A and B each with an on board 16 scene memory for a total of 32 Scene memory per fixture in stand alone mode DMX macro channel factory programmed with four Internal Effects macros Studio Comma
11. s LED display Enabling the Preset Default DFLT Enabling the Preset Default reverts all programming back to the factory programmed preset default sequence This menu option can be accessed for either User type A or User type B However you must first set the fixture to the desired user type To retain pre programmed scenes you do not wish to erase set the fixture to one user type and then enable the preset default for the other user type see Setting the User Type USER on page 30 AddR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display PRSTI 2 Scroll to the PRST menu and Press Enter to select cd L T 3 Scroll to the dFLT menu and Press Enter to select JK P 4 The LED display will show OK Press Enter The fixture plays the default sequence continuously until you press Menu Note To play the fixture s default sequence preset playback must be ON see Setting Preset Playback PLAY on page 23 Studio Command Series User Manual 25 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Set Menu SET The Set menu allows you to lock the fixture and either set all factory options to their default settings or access and change the factory options individually The procedures below are listed in the same order shown on the menu map see Appendix D Menu Map Setting Factory Defaults FACT When you set this menu item on all factory options return to their default settings Studio Command fixtures are shippe
12. 2 Scroll to the desired delay value in increments of 0 1 or 1 in this example d 6 0 3 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection Note The delay value determines the length of the scene If you want all motor transitions to be completed before the next scene begins XFAD or MSPD must be less than or equal to DLAY If XFAD or MSPD is longer than DLAY the motor movement will not be completed before the next scene begins which could produce undesirable results such as no light output during the scene Set the unit of time used for delay seconds minutes or hours using the TIME parameter 44 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Set the Time Unit TIME TIME 1 Scroll to the TIME parameter Press Enter to select Note This parameter sets the unit of time used in for the XFAD and DLAY values 2 Scroll to the desired time value in this example SEC 3 Press Enter to store the selection rase the Scene ZERO ZERO 1 Scroll to the ZERO parameter OK Press Enter to select The LED will display OK 2 3 In this example press the Menu button Pressing the Menu button will exit this parameter and leave the current scene as programmed Pressing the Enter button will erase the current scene and mark the end of a loop Creating a Loop A loop is a series of programmed scenes that continuously plays in sequential order To create a loop you must first cre
13. 3C 44 Lamp On 80 88 31 35 50 58 Lamp Off 90 98 35 38 5A 62 Shutdown send for 5 seconds 110 130 43 51 6E 82 Lamp assisted strobes Periodic and Random strobe functions are lamp assisted Ramp functions 134 137 53 54 86 89 are not lamp assisted Lamp functions modifies the shutter channel 138 141 54 55 8A 8D Lamp mechanical dimming Lamp output will vary from a minimum to 700 Watts as the mechanical 142 145 56 57 8E 91 dimming ranges from 0 100 Lamp only dimming Electronic dimming only from a ate to 700 Wace idi TAG TSG 3 598 92 95 To be determined 150 255 59 100 96 FF Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Note 1 The pan and tilt coarse channels set the center position of the position macro The Mspeed channel is used to control the speed of the macros With the Mspeed set at the default value of DMX 0 4 all internal effects complete moves at approximately 2 5 seconds This provides a pleasing look for those customers that do not want the additional variation given by using the Mspeed channel With the Mspeed set between DMX 5 255 all internal effects complete moves at the selected Mspeed time up to 25 seconds Those fixture types that support On Board Programming also support the Internal Effects as part of the On Board programming features The Internal Effects will operate as an additional programming parameter labeled MACR Studio C
14. 2 Setup and Configuration locking washers 2 Truss or Other Support System If you are mounting the fixture s on a truss or another type of support verify that the truss or support will handle the weight of all the devices you are mounting The Studio Command fixture weighs 1200 700 Model 24 9 kg 55 Ibs H Model 21 7 kg 48 Ib Safety Cable High End Systems strongly recommends that you use a safety cable when mounting any fixture You must supply your own safety cable and verify that the cable is capable of supporting the weight of the fixture You can order galvanized safety cables from your High End Systems dealer distributor see Related Products and Accessories on page 4 Clamp You must supply your own clamps and verify the OOOO clamp is capable of supporting the weight of the iG 0 Q fixture You can order deluxe C clamps for a two inch truss from your High End Systems dealer distributor see Related Products and Accessories on page 4 o Holes for Mounting Procedure mH attaching clamps Note Due to the wide variety of possible lighting designs High End Systems cannot make specific mounting recom mendations Consider the following procedure as a suggested guideline only To mount Studio Command fixtures on a truss 1 Disconnect power to the fixture If the fixture has been operating allow the fixture to cool before handling safety 2 Always stand on a firm stable surfa
15. 57 161 63 A1 1 60 236 93 EC 36 33 160 63 AO 1 75 235 92 EB 37 09 159 62 9F 1 92 234 92 EA 37 87 158 62 9E 2 09 233 91 E9 38 65 157 62 9D 2 27 232 91 E8 39 44 156 61 9C 2 46 231 91 E7 39 44v 156 61 9C 2 66 230 90 E6 40 23 155 61 9B 2 86 229 90 E5 41 04 154 60 9A 3 07 228 89 E4 41 85 153 60 99 3 29 227 89 E3 42 68 152 60 98 3 52 226 89 E2 43 50 151 59 97 3 76 225 88 E1 44 34 150 59 96 4 00 224 88 EO 45 19 149 58 95 4 25 223 87 DF 46 04 148 58 94 4 52 222 87 DE 46 90 147 58 93 4 78 221 87 DD 47 77 146 57 92 5 06 220 86 DC 48 65 145 57 91 5 34 219 86 DB 49 54 144 56 90 5 64 218 85 DA 50 43 143 56 8F Studio Command Series User Manual 83 Appendix B MSpeed Conversion Table ao N N k 4 un o E o C1 O NI A O N MNN CO PO PY 9 CO I A A O1 O1 O1 O O NIN OO CO CO A 97 70 99 39 63 168 60 50 20 32 248 68 06 98 95 98 38 62 170 25 49 19 31 250 68 05 100 22 97 38 61 171 91 48 19 30 252 68 04 101 49 96 38 60 173 57 47 18 2F 84 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix C Important Safety Information Warning For Continued Protection Against Fire T Oo U A WN This equipment is designed for use with specified lamps only Use of any other type lamp may be hazardous and may void t
16. 6 3 A 250 V 5mm x Motor Power Motors will not move lamp is off Board F1 Slow Blow only 20mm Supply Board and fixture appears dead Motor Power Supply 6 3 A 250 V 5mm x Logic Board Motors will not move lamp is off Board F2 Fast Blow only 20mm and motors and fixture appears dead Studio Command Series User Manual 55 CHAPTER 5 General Maintenance Fuse Type and Rating Size Protects Symptom of Failure Filter Board F1 16 A 250 V Fast 5mmx Entire fixture Motors will not move lamp is off Blow only 20mm and fixture appears dead Filter Board F2 16 A 250 V Fast 5mmx Entire fixture Motors will not move lamp is off Blow only 20mm and fixture appears dead 3 Using a wide tip flat head screwdriver loosen the two panel cover retaining screws on each side of the fixture 4 Remove the fixture s two panel covers by sliding them off the fixture LED panel retaining screw one on each side oa Each panel cover has two retaining screws Filter panel retaining screw one on each side 5 To access the logic board fuses or the motor power supply board fuses use a 2 Phillips head screwdriver to loosen but do not remove the two retaining screws on either side of the LED display panel If you want to access the filter board fuses use a 2 Phillips head screwdriver to loosen but do not remove the two filter panel
17. Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Studio Command 1200 Protocol cece eee etree Hem 73 Studio Command 700 Protocol ssssssssss HH mmm eene 76 Studio CorimiandsH Protocol uos ite iE ee bii Dust eo orsa dud uade eie uu uda 80 Appendix B MSpeed Conversion Table eere 83 Appendix C Important Safety Information sssssessesssss 85 Appendice C Importantes Informations Sur La S curit ssssussuueus 87 Anhang C Wichtige Hinweise F r Ihre Sicherheit esseeenn 88 Ap ndice C Informaci n Importante De Seguridad sss 89 Appendice C Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza see 90 Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation csssssssssse meme 91 Appendix D Menu Map Studio Command Men Map isses eeepc sshn e apes ERE T VAR Aquae up a S OR COMM V UP NUES 93 x Studio Command Series User Manual Chapter Product Overvieui The Studio Command Series offer powerful washlights featuring a large exiting beam with a compact head All models use a patented lenticular array optical system to enhance the homogeneity of the projected light The moving yoke fixtures feature an adjustable field angle from 18 to 32 degrees and a CMY dichroic color mixing system that provides rapid and quiet color changes Studio Command 1200 and 700 models use proven Philips long life MSR lamps These models also offer a variable mechanical and electronic st
18. Function Parameter The Color Function parameter determines color selection options The Color Function mode can be enabled in either full speed controller crossfading the wheel positions or MSpeed MSpeed control of the wheel motor For more information on MSpeed see MSpeed Motor Speed Parameter on page 52 The Color Function you choose will effect which parameter values are available for each individual color Cyan Magenta and Yellow The following table describes the Color Functions available on the Studio Command fixture Color za Function Description Continuous Allows exact positioning at any point on the color wheel for a smaller step between color wheel positions for color crossfades Random Selects whole color positions at variable speeds Random speed is set by the Cyan channel Cycle Cycles through colors Cycle speed is set by the Cyan channel Studio Command Series User Manual 49 CHAPTER 4 Fixture Programming Cyan Magenta and Yellow Parameters Cyan Magenta and Yellow parameters determine color mixing options The color options available are determined by the Color Function parameter DMX value you choose Zoom Parameter The Zoom parameter is controls the Zoom range from 18 at a DMX value of 0 to 33 at a DMX value of 255 Shutter Function Parameter Studio Command 1200 700 Models Basic Shutter functions can be selected when no lamp or dimming functions are set in the Control ch
19. Head Temperature HEAD This menu option lets you view the current ambient temperature inside the fixture head To view the fixture s head temperature HddR 1 Press and hold Menu until AddR appears on the LED display E INFO 2 Scroll to the INFO menu Press lt Enter gt to select TEMP 3 Scroll to the TEMP menu Press lt Enter gt to select HEA 4 Scroll to the HEAD option 5 Press lt Enter gt The LED will display the current internal temperature of the fixture s head in degrees centigrade Note The maximum temperature for the fixture head is 100 C If this maximum temperature is exceeded the fixture will shut down and the alphanumeric display will show HEAD TEMP ERR For more information see Alphanumeric Display Error Messages on page 63 Studio Command Series User Manual 39 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Resetting Fixture Hours F RS Use this menu to reset the recorded number of hours the fixture has been on To reset the fixture hours to zero HddgR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display D FO 2 Scroll to the INFO menu Press lt Enter gt to select E RS5 3 Scroll to the F RS option 4 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection The LED will display 0000 when the fixture hours are reset Note This option has a five second delay to avoid inadvertent changes To reset the fixture hours you must press and hold the Enter button for at least five seconds Viewing
20. Open 255 100 FF Disable 0 3 0 1 00 03 12 MSpeed Longest 252 7 sec 4 2 04 Shortest 0 15 sec 255 100 FF Macro Off 0 5 0 2 00 05 Pan sweep small to large angle 6 62 2 24 06 3E Macro Off 63 65 25 25 3F 41 Tilt sweep small to large angle 66 122 26 48 42 7A 13 eae Macro Off 123 125 48 49 7B 7D Clockwise circle small to large 126 160 49 63 7E A0 Macro Off 161 163 63 64 A1 A3 Counterclockwise circle small to large 164 198 64 78 A4 C6 Reserved 199 255 78 100 C7 FF 74 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Channel Parameter Description de ood hen Safe disables all Control settings 0 9 0 4 00 09 Pan amp Tilt MSpeed Off 10 19 4 7 0A 13 Display Off 20 28 8 11 14 1C Display Dim 30 38 12 15 1E 26 Display Bright 40 48 16 19 28 30 Home 60 68 24 27 3C 44 Lamp On 80 88 31 35 50 58 Lamp Off 90 98 35 38 5A 62 14 Control Shutdown send for 5 seconds 120 130 47 51 78 82 Lamp assisted strobes Periodic and Random strobe functions are lamp assisted Ramp functions 134 137 53 54 86 89 are not lamp assisted Lamp functions modifies the shutter channel 138 141 54 55 8A 8D Lamp mechanical dimming Lamp output will vary from a minimum to 1200 Watts as the mechanical 142 145 56 57 8E 91 dimming ranges from 0 100 Lamp only dimming Electronic dimming only from f a
21. Press Enter to select LONGI 4 Scroll to LONG to close the shutter or douse the lamp in H model only when the or fixture is shut down or SHRT to close the shutter one second after data loss SHRT 5 Press lt Enter gt to store Studio Command Series User Manual 29 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Mode Menu MODE The Mode menu sets user type copies settings and presets between user modes and crossloads software versions from one fixture to all other Studio Command fixtures on the link The procedures below are listed in the same order shown on the menu map see Appendix D Menu Map Setting the User Type USER Use this menu item to change the fixture s user type between user A and user B Each user type includes 16 different presets scenes and the following fixture settings Start Channel Number Pan Tilt Swap Status Lamp Life Warning Status Pan Invert Status LED Display Status Shutter Close with DMX Data Loss Status Tilt invert Status LED Display Invert Status Preset Playback Status Each user type can be configured with its own set of scene parameters and default fixture settings These can be utilized for example when a fixture is moved between two locations To change the user type AddR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display MUcE 2 Scroll to the MODE menu Press lt Enter gt to select USER 3 Scroll to the USER menu this will be the first option displayed Press lt Enter gt
22. Press Enter to select USER 3 Scroll to the USER menu this will be the first option displayed Press Enter COPY Be JV 4 Scroll to the COPY menu Press lt Enter gt to select lt em CE TT 5 Scroll to the SETT menu Press Enter to select H b 6 Scroll to A 8 to copy User A settings to User B or B A to copy User B settings to User A b Hl 7 Press Enter Copuing User Presets and Settings ALL Use this menu item to copy the fixture s 16 user preset scenes and fixture settings from User A to User B or vice versa The user settings for each user type are listed in the section titled Setting the User Type USER on page 30 Note This options copies all user settings and all 16 presets at one time To copy user presets and settings Adag 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display 2 Scroll to the MODE menu Press Enter to select USER 3 Scroll to the USER menu this will be the first option displayed Press lt Enter gt COPY 4 Scroll to the COPY menu Press Enter to select ALI 5 Scroll to the ALL menu Press lt Enter gt to select H b 6 Scroll to A 8 to copy User A presets and settings to User B or B A to copy all or User B presets and settings to User A ws b 7 H 7 Press Enter to store selection Studio Command Series User Manual 31 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Crossloading Fixture Software XLD If you have
23. Respecter une distance minimum de 2 0 m tre par rapport aux objets clair s Cet appareil de connection au circuit comporte une protection contre les surcharges de 20 A Mise n Garde Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Chocs lectriques 1 Si cet quipement est livr sans prise de cable veuillez connecter la prise de cable correcte selon le code suivant marron phase bleu neutre vert jaune terre 2 D brancher le courant avant de changer les lampes ou d effectuer des r parations 4 5 Cet quipement doit tre uniquement utilis dans des endroits secs Ne pas l exposer la pluie ou l humidit A l int rieur de l quipement il n y a pas de pi ces remplacables par l utilisateur Confiez l entretien un personnel qualifi Equipement de Classe I Cet quipement doit tre mis la terre Mise n Garde Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Des xpositions xcessives Aux Rayons Ultra Violets UV 1 2 Changer les blindages ou les crans s ils sont visiblement endommag s au point que leur efficacit aient t alt r e par exemple par des fissures ou de profondes gratignures Ne jamais regarder directement la lampe quand celle ci est allum e Mise En Garde Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Blessures Corporelles I 2 4 Lors de l assemblage utiliser un c ble de s curit secondaire AVERTISSEMENT Les lampes chaudes comportent un ris
24. Seguridad Advertencia Para Protecci n Continua Contra Incendios 1 On A WN Este equipo se dise a para el uso con l mparas especificadas s lo El uso de cualquier otro tipo de l mpara pued resultar peligroso y pued anular la garant a No monte el equipo sobre una superficie inflamable Mantenga una distancia m nima de materiales combustibles de 1 0 metro Cambie los fusibles nicamente por otros que sean del tipo y la clasificaci n especificadas Guarda una distancia m nima a objetos iluminados de 2 0 metro Este equipo debe conectarse a un circuito que tenga una protecci n m xima contra las sobrecargas de 20 A Advertencia Para La Protecci n Continua Contra lectrocuciones 1 5 Si se recibi este equipo sin el enchufe de alimentacion monte usted el enchufe correcto seg n el clave siguente moreno vivo azul neutral verde amarillo tierra Desconecte el suministro de energ a antes de recambiar l mparas o prestar servicio de reparaci n Questa apparecchiatura e da usarsi in ambienti secchi Non e da essere esposta ne alla pioggia ne all umidita Derive el servicio de reparaci n de este equipo al personal calificado El interior no contiene repuestos que puedan ser reparados por el usuario Equipo de Clase Este equipo debe conectarse a la tierra Advertencia Para Protecci n Continua Contra La xposici n A Radiaci n Ultravioleta UV xcesiva t
25. Shut Snap Open Ramp Shut Ramp Open Ramp Shut Random Ramp Snap Random Snap Ramp Open Close Periodic lamp strobes Random random lamp strobes Synchronous random lamp strobes Boost lamp black Six time ranges from 1 25 second Boost lamp white Six time ranges from 1 25 second Lightning strike Open Shutter functions are the same as normal Shutter functions Periodic and random random and random synchronous strobe functions are lamp assisted Ramping functions are not lamp assisted The Boost effect boosts the Lamp above the fixture s Watt level for the specified period of time The lamp is also boosted during the Lightning effects Before another Boost or Lightning effect can occur the Shutter channel must be moved to either closed or open or the Lamp Control channel must be moved outside the Lamp Function range Boost effects to black boost the lamp for a specified time then close the shutter Boost effects to white boost the lamp for a specified time then leave the shutter open with the lamp dimmed When a Lightning effect is selected the Dim channel scales the overall brightness of the lightning stroke Values 146 149 Lamp Dimming Closed Open Shutter functions are same as normal shutter function range Dimming is accomplished electronically lowering the lamp power Dimming will not go to black Strobes are mechanical and will g
26. Shutter motor light shield B 3 Tilt the module to access the gear for each motor C and supporting the gear carefully apply Krytox lubricant Caution Using too much force in applying lubricant can bend and damage gear 4 Replace shield and bezel Studio Command Series User Manual 61 CHAPTER 5 General Maintenance 62 Studio Command Series User Manual Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter lists typical symptoms and solutions for problems you might experience when using your Studio Command fixture If the problem you are experiencing is not listed in this chapter or the solution listed does not solve the problem contact High End Systems customer service Customer Service High End Systems Inc 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin TX 78758 USA voice 800 890 8989 fax 512 834 9195 toll free 800 890 8989 Alphanumeric Display rror Messages The front panel on Studio Command fixtures has an alphanumeric LED Light Emitting Diode display five i C status LEDs and four menu navigation buttons 1 4 l Under normal circumstances the alphanumeric display cycles between displaying the fixture s name CMNd the Y fixture type 700 for the Studio Command standard model O or H for Studio Command H model the fixture software MENU ENTER version Vxxx and the fixture s DMX start channel Cxxx However if you are experiencing problems with your fixture the status LEDs and or alphanu
27. Uploading Latest Fixture Software The latest software for Studio Command fixtures is available in the support section of the HighEnd Systems web site www highend com support There are two ways to upload new software to Studio Command fixtures 1 Attach a High End Systems Upload Dongle to your computer and upload the software to your Studio Command fixture using WinUpload software Version 1 1 or higher WinUpload software requires a computer running Microsoft Windows 95 98 ME XP or 2000 operating system To Install the WinUpload Software create a WinUpload folder on your hard drive Download the Upload Module from www highend com support page for your product and copy the WinUpload exe and inpout32 dll files into the folder on your hard drive 2 Crossload software from one fixture that contains the new software to all other Studio Command fixtures on the link see Crossloading Fixture Software XLD on page 32 Studio Command Series User Manual 17 CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Note Before you can upload new software you must disconnect any controllers bypass any serial data distributors and or data line optoisolators and bypass or make sure that any fixtures using RS 422 communications such as Dataflash AF1000 xenon strobes and Intellabeam fixtures are located after the Studio Command fixtures on the link These devices will block communication with any other Studio Command fixtures on the link As
28. a Studio Command fixture with a newer software version you can crossload the newer software to all other Studio Command fixtures on the link Before crossloading disconnect any consoles bypass any serial data distributors and or data line optoisolators and bypass or make sure that any fixtures using RS 422 communications such as Dataflash AF1000 xenon strobes and Intellabeam fixtures are located after the Studio Command fixtures on the link These devices will block communication with any other Studio Command fixtures on the link To crossload software to all other Studio Command fixtures on the link HddgR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display Ud XL 2 Scroll to the MODE menu Press lt Enter gt to select z m 3 Scroll to the XLD option ru 4 Press Enter The fixture will upload its software to all other Studio Command fixtures on the link The Transmit LED on the crossloading fixture will remain on or flicker and the Transmit and Receive LEDs on receiving fixtures will flicker while the crossload is in progress The alphanumeric LED on the Studio Command fixtures will display UPLD as they are receiving the software upload When the crossload has finished successfully DONE will appear briefly in the LED display of the crossloading fixture and all other fixtures will home Note Ifa new boot code was included with the newer software the alphanumeric LED will display a BOOT D
29. an afectar la seguridad y dejar al producto fuera de conformidad con las normas de seguridad relevantes Important Safety Information Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire electric shock and injury to persons are found in Appendix C Please read all instructions prior to assembling mounting and operating this equipment Important Informations De S curit Les instructions se rapportant la protection permanente contre les incendies l lectrocution excessif et aux blessures corporelles se trouvent dans l Annexe C Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d assembler de monter ou d utiliser cet quipement Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Sicherheitsanleitungen zum Schutz gegen Feuer elektrischen Schlag und Verletzung von Personen finden Sie in Anhang C Vor der Montage dem Zusammenbau und der Intbetriebnahme dieses Ger ts alle Anleitungen sorgfaltig durchlesen Informazioni I mportanti Di Sicurezza Le istruzioni sulla protezione da incendi folgorazione e infortuni sono contenute nell appendice C Si prega di leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare montare e azionare l apparecchiatura Informacion I mportante De Seguridad En el Ap ndice C se encuentran instrucciones sobre protecci n continua contra incendios descarga el ctrica y lesiones personales Lea por favor todas las instrucciones antes del ensamblaje montaje y operaci n de este equipo FCC Information This equipment has be
30. by the purchaser Items under warranty shall have return shipping paid by the manufacturer only in the Continental United States Under no circumstances will freight collect shipments be accepted Prepaid shipping does not include rush expediting such as air freight Air freight can be sent customer collect in the Continental United States REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED FOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER HIGH END SYSTEMS INC MAKES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT AND HIGH END SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE HIGH END SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE INCLUDING LOST PROFITS SUSTAINED OR INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCT OR CAUSED BY PRODUCT DEFECTS OR THE PARTIAL OR TOTAL FAI LURE OF ANY PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION WHETHER IN CONTRACT TORT INCLUDING NEGLI GENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE AND WHETHER OR NOT SUCH DAMAGE WAS FORESEEN OR UNFORESEEN Warranty is void if the product is misused damaged modified in any way or for unauthorized repairs or parts This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Patents This product may use one or more of the following patents US 4 392 187 US 4 602 321 US 4 688 161 US 4 701 833 US 5 010 459 US 5 282 121 US 5 432 691 US 5 580 164 US 5 728
31. dry locations only Do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture Do not mount on a flammable surface Use a secondary safety cable when mounting this fixture Maintain a minimum distance of 1 m 3 28 ft from im combustible materials Maintain a minimum distance of 2 m 6 56 ft from lighted q 2m f object This means the fixture must be positioned at least 2 meters away from the object it is illuminating You can mount Studio Command fixtures either upright on the fixture s base or in any orientation suspended from a support system such as a truss Follow the instructions below for the mounting orientation you choose Mounting the Fixture Upright To mount the fixture upright make sure that all four rubber feet are installed on the fixture s base and place the fixture on a sturdy stable surface If the surface is above floor height use safety cables to secure the fixture to the surface Install the safety cable s by looping the cables around a support on the surface through the side holes in the fixture s base and around the fixture s handles Make sure the support and cables can support the weight of the fixture 1200 700 Model 24 9 kg 55 Ibs H Model 21 7 kg 48 Ib Caution Do not mount the fixture upright without the four rubber feet installed Mounting the Fixture on a Truss You will need truss or other support system safety cables 2 clamps 2 Studio Command Series User Manual 11 CHAPTER
32. endet e anke e eT ct 30 Setting the User Type USER sssssssssss Hmmm emen 30 Copying User Presets PRST sii iciain iode decken npe uester aa dug dagdad d sea dR beum 30 Copying User Settings SETT sssssessseseseene m memes 31 Copying User Presets and Settings ALL ssssss ee ee ee ee ee eeeeeeeeaeas 31 Crossloading Fixture Software XLD c cece ceeeeeee etree He 32 viii Studio Command Series User Manual Test M nu TEST i irre rait dci te caca la ui Re exiemeid iue dU ARAS e EE EEEE NRAKANE 33 Homing the Fixture HOME cssssssssses Hmmm emen enne 33 Turning the Lamp On or Off LAMP sssssssssssIHH memes 33 Copying the BooE Code BOOT iidcue dede de Ee inest ss eoe e Ded Roe nidis mee alee 33 Performing Self Tests SELF esesssesssseseseesee nemen 34 Placing the Fixture in Setup Mode S UP ssssssssss IH 34 Testing the LED Display DISP ssssssss Hmmm 35 Changing Encoder Operation ENCD issssssse teeta eee ee ee eae eeeeeeeenees 35 Information Menu INFO cece cette tener HH memememe se emm eene 36 Viewing Sensor Information SENS ssssssssssss mmm 36 Viewing Fixture DMX Status and Parameter Values FIXT eeeeeeeeeeeee eee 37 Viewing DMX Data for Another Device DATA ssssse ee ee eee eeeeeeeneas 38 Viewing the Current Logic Board Temperature PCB cssseeeeeeee 39 Viewi
33. fixture starts homing Studio Command Series User Manual 47 CHAPTER 4 Fixture Programming DMX Programming Overvieui A Parameter parameter is a fixture attribute that can be controlled to modify the light beam in terms of color beam quality and pattern intensity or focus position DMX programming assigns a DMX value to each of the fixture s parameters A scene sometimes referred to a look or a cue is one combination of parameter settings These scenes are the building blocks for show creation Full Speed verses MSpeed Control Some parameters can be set to operate at full speed or MSpeed motor speed Full speed operations are completed in the shortest length of time after the motor starts moving With MSpeed control change occurs smoothly over the entire MSpeed time value selected For example if you select an MSpeed time of 30 seconds the motor will gradually change position until it reaches its new destination at the end of 30 seconds DMX Programming Options Studio Command fixtures can be programmed to create and play back scenes with either a DMX compatible controller or with Onboard Menu System Preset programming for stand alone operation However you cannot use both a DMX compatible controller and the fixture s on board menu system at the same time In other words you cannot create a scene using the on board memory and play it back using a controller You also cannot use a controller at the same time on board sce
34. on the link are receiving the upload Lighting controller is not able to erase FlashROM Lighting controller does not recognize a fixture at the assigned address The fixture s LED displays BOOT DIFF ERR Fixtures are not crossloading Probable Cause Fixture s are off Solution Power on the fixture s Bad cable s Test and replace cable s as necessary Cable s disconnected Reconnect cable s Controllers serial data distributors data line Optoisolators or fixture s using RS 422 communication is connected before Studio Command fixtures on the link The XLR cable s disconnected Remove or bypass any incompatible devices from the data link or move them to a link position after the Studio Command fixtures Reconnect XLR cable s Bad cable s Replace cable s The fixture s electrical circuitry is damaged Lighting desk was configured with a fixture at that address but no fixtures were found there Contact High End Systems customer support If there is not a fixture at that address ignore this message if there is a fixture at that address verify the fixture number DMX start channel Check connections Check to ensure fixture is turned on Controllers serial data distributors data line optoisolators or fixture s using RS 422 communication is connected before Studio Command fixtures on the link New software included a new boot code Contr
35. on the LED display Scroll to the INFO menu Press lt Enter gt to select Scroll to the L ST option Press lt Enter gt The LED will display the number of times the fixture has struck the current lamp Lamp strikes are automatically reset when the lamp hours are reset see Resetting Lamp Hours L RS Studio Command 1200 700 models only on page 40 Viewing the Current Lamp Hours L HR This option is functional for Studio Command 1200 700 fixtures only To view the number of hours the current lamp has been on Fi Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display Scroll to the INFO menu Press Enter to select Scroll to the L HR option Press Enter The LED will display the number of hours the current lamp has been on Viewing the Current Software Version VER To view the current software version HdgRJ 1 INFOJ gt HERE gt 4 Note Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display Scroll to the INFO menu Press lt Enter gt to select Scroll to the VER option Press lt Enter gt The LED will display the fixture s current software version The software version is also displayed when you exit the menu system see Alphanumeric Display Error Messages on page 63 Studio Command Series User Manual 41 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Scene Creation Looping and Playback xample Step by Step Scene Creation Use the following example to create a sample scen
36. parameter Press Enter to select 255 2 Scroll to the desired value in this example a DMX value of 255 3 Press Enter to store the selection Studio Command Series User Manual 43 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Set an MSpeed Value MSPD MSP 1 Scroll to the MSPD parameter Press Enter to select i5 Scroll to the desired MSpeed in this example 1 5 in decimal seconds 2 3 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection Note In this example the MSpeed value only affects the pan and tilt parameters because the pan and tilt values default to MSpeed time and no other parameters with MSpeed values were chosen Choose a Macro MACR MACRI 1 Scroll to the MACR parameter Press Enter to select MELLE 2 Scroll to the desired macro value in this example MCOF 3 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection Set a Crossfade Value XFAD XFAd 1 Scroll to the xFAd parameter Press Enter to select X LS 2 Scroll to the desired crossfade value in increments of 0 1 or 1 in this example x 1 5 3 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection Note The crossfade value will affect the DIM and ZOOM parameters Set the unit of time used for crossfade seconds minutes or hours using the TIME parameter Cyan Magenta and Yellow are crossfaded in continuous and pure mix modes that do not use MSpeed Set a Delay Value DLAY ciL AY 1 Scroll to the dLAY parameter Press lt Enter gt to select
37. pp EMEM The fixture lost the lamp life limitation setting If the fixture was set to lamp life limitation and will default to unlimited lamp life reassign the lamp life setting see Setting the LMPL f 700 model only Lamp Warning Message LMPL on page 29 EMEM The fixture lost the number of lamp strikes and Not Applicable L ST will default to zero 700 model only pp EMEM Missus diced GUI To reassign the mode setting see Setting MODE Nw p ay Preset Playback PLAY on page 23 EMEM The fixture lost the pan invert setting and will To reassign the pan invert setting see PINV default to non inverted Inverting Pan P IN on page 27 EMEM The fixture lost the pan tilt swap setting and To enable pan tilt swap see Swapping Pan SWAP will default to non swapped and Tilt SWAP on page 26 EMEM The fixture lost the tilt invert setting and will To reassign tilt invert setting see Inverting TINV default to non inverted Tilt T IN on page 27 EMEM The fixture lost the test mode setting Factory Not Applicable TMOD Use Only and defaults to normal operation pp E EMEMU The fixture lost the assigned user setting and To reassign the user setting see Setting the SER will automatically default to user A User Type USER on page 30 Attempt another software crossload see ergg One or more fixtures on the data link has Crossloading Fixture Software XLD on FLSH failed to erase the FlashROM in a suitable page 32 amount of ti
38. protocol on a link Therefore make sure you either put all of these devices after the Studio Command fixture on the link or bypass these devices when you perform software uploads or crossloads Data Cabling and Connectors To link one or more fixtures to a controller and or to each other you must obtain data cabling You can either purchase cabling from High End Systems see Related Products and Accessories on page 4 or construct your own cabling If you choose to construct cabling High End Systems recommends that you use data grade cable Data grade cable is designed to carry a high quality signal with less susceptibility to electromagnetic interference DMX data cables Belden 9841 or equivalent meets specifications for EIA RS 485 applications with the following characteristics 2 conductor twisted pair plus a shield maximum capacitance between conductors 30 pF ft maximum capacitance between conductor and shield 55 pF ft maximum resistance of 20Q 1000 ft e nominal impedance 100 1400 Studio Command Series User Manual 13 CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Cable Connectors Studio Command 1200 700 fixtures can accept either 3 pin or 5 pin XLR cable connectors Studio Command H fixtures use 3 pin XLR cable connectors only Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end of the cable and a female XLR connector on the other end The following diagram shows the pin configuration for both cable types Groun
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40. than the MSpeed value to allow the motors to complete their movement before the end of the cue An MSpeed value that is longer than the delay value could produce an undesirable result for example no light output during the scene For a listing of exact MSpeed times see Appendix B MSpeed Conversion Table By default MSpeed is applied to Pan and Tilt positioning However you can disable MSpeed for pan and tilt with the Control parameter You can also apply MSpeed times to the Color Function settings see Color Function Parameter on page 49 Macro Parameter The Macro parameter controls Internal Effects macros These are factory programmed sequences that allow you to quickly program complicated looks in one scene cue Each Internal Effect macro modifies a specific set of parameters while allowing user control of all other parameters in the scene The amplitude of the position macro movement is determined by the Pan Coarse channel and Tilt Coarse channel respectively The MSpeed channel controls the speed of the macros With the MSpeed set at the default value of DMX 0 4 an Internal Effects macro completes its movement in approximately 2 5 seconds This provides a pleasing look when the additional variation given by using the MSpeed channel is not required With the MSpeed set between DMX 5 255 Internal Effects macros complete movement at the selected MSpeed time up to 25 seconds Those fixture types that support On Board Programming a
41. the Current Fixture Hours F HR To view the number of hours the fixture has been on since this option was reset HddR 1 Press and hold Menu until AddR appears on the LED display INFO 2 Scroll to the INFO menu Press lt Enter gt to select F HR 3 Scroll to the F HR option 4 Press Enter The LED will display the number of hours the fixture has been on Resetting Lamp Hours L RS Studio Command I200 700 models only This option functional for Studio Command 1200 700 fixtures only resets the hours the current lamp has been operating to zero You should reset the lamp hours each time you replace the lamp see Replacing the Lamp on page 58 To reset the current lamp hours to zero Heel 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display TN Eg 2 Scroll to the INFO menu Press lt Enter gt to select L R S 3 Scroll to the L RS option 4 Press Enter The LED will display 0000 when the lamp hours are reset Note This option has a five second delay to avoid inadvertent changes To reset the lamp hours you must press and hold the Enter button for at least five seconds 40 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Vieuiing the Number of Current Lamp Strikes L ST This option is functional for Studio Command 1200 700 fixtures only To view the number of times the fixture has attempted to strike the current lamp Book Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears
42. the fan vents brok 9 tina the fan to the logi Contact High End Systems customer support roken wire connecting the fan to the logic j problem continues board The fixture will automatically turn the lamp and motors off The fixture failed to read preset data from non Reassign the preset scenes construct values PRST ae LOST volatile memory see Editing or Creating an On Board Memory Scene EDIT on page 24 66 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting Display Message Problem Solution One or more fixtures on the data link has Attempt another software crossload see failed to program the FlashROM in a suitable Crossloading Fixture Software XLD on T amount of time page 32 Contact High End Systems customer support if problem continues TMP1 The fixture cannot detect the temperature LOST readback from the thermometer on the PCB Contact righ End Systems customer support Fixture has detected a tilt error and cannot R heobecriez i int l correct its position due to a emye ME ee ex ema y Orena y h sical ob that is blocking the fixture s tilt movement and TILT physical obstruction home the fixture see Homing the Fixture ENCD s belt m HOME on page 33 pad tit dies ke d du Contact High End Systems customer support a broken wire connecting the encoder to the problem continues logic board Fixture cannot find the tilt home slot due to a broken b
43. to store the selection 2 Studio Command Series User Manual A CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Select a Tilt Value TILT TILT 1 Scroll to the TILT parameter Press Enter to select CU 2 Scroll to the desired tilt value from 49 9 49 9 in this example 20 3 3 Press Enter to store the selection Choose a Color Wheel Control Value COLC 1 Scroll to the COLC parameter Press lt Enter gt to select ca ra zs MEC 2 Scroll to the desired color wheel control value in this example Continuous 3 Press Enter to store the selection Select a Cyan Wheel Position CYAN CYAN 1 Scroll to the CYAN parameter Press lt Enter gt to select defa 2 Scroll to the desired cyan color saturation level in this example a DMX value of 203 3 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection Select a Magenta Wheel Position MAGN MAGNI 1 Scroll to the MAGN parameter Press lt Enter gt to select d b 2 Scroll to the desired magenta color saturation level in this example a DMX value of 60 3 Press Enter to store the selection Select a Yellow Wheel Position YELW YELI 1 Scroll to the YELW parameter Press lt Enter gt to select ES a C un 2 Scroll to the desired yellow color saturation level in this example a DMX value of 255 or full saturation 3 Press Enter to store the selection Select the Zoom Function ZOOM ZUUM 1 Scroll to the ZOOM
44. 00 W 115 V replacement Lamp for Studio Command H model 55030071 1000 W 230 V replacement Lamp for Studio Command H model 55030072 1000 W 240 V replacement Lamp for Studio Command H model 55030079 Heavy duty 3 pin XLR cable 107 55050005 Whole Hog9 Ill Lighting Console 25020001 Hog iPC Lighting Console 74020001 Heavy duty 3 pin XLR cable 25 55050006 Heavy duty 3 pin XLR cable 50 55050007 Heavy duty 3 pin XLR cable 100 55050008 Heavy duty 5 pin XLR cable 107 55050017 Heavy duty 5 pin XLR cable 257 55050018 Heavy duty 5 pin XLR cable 507 55050019 Heavy duty 5 pin XLR cable 100 55050020 Upload Dongle 26040002 Galvanized safety cable 12040001 Cheeseborough clamp 55040014 Gel Frame Holder accessory 78040001 For more information about optional accessories contact either your High End Systems dealer distributor High End Systems Sales or visit the High End Systems Web site For contact information see Contacting High End Systems 8 on page ii 4 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Specifications Mechanical Dimensions 352mm x 544mm x 526mm 13 9in x 21 4in x 20 7 in Weight 1200 700 Model 24 9 kg 55 Ibs H Model 21 7 kg 48 Ib Pl hc N 7 ES N o o X 7 gt cr Ke l D d D cr L c T if o o N P bu Se D 502 mm a L4 19 8 in 4 484 mm 19 in 355 mm 14 inN
45. 2 837 5290 Toll Free 800 890 8989 High End Systems Inc 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin TX 78758 USA voice 800 890 8989 fax 512 834 9195 toll free 800 890 8989 http www highend com Studio Command User Manual Declaration of Conformity according to I SO I EC Guide 22 and EN45104 Manufacturer s name High End Systems Inc Manufacturer s address 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin Texas 78758 USA Distributor s name High End Systems Inc Distributor s address 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin Texas 78758 USA Declares that the product Product Name Studio Command 1200 700 Studio Command H Product Number All Product Options All conforms to the following EEC directives 73 23 EEC as amended by 93 68 EEC 89 336 EEC as amended by 92 31 EEC and 93 68 EEC Equipment referred to in this declaration of conformity was first manufactured in compliance with the following standards in 2005 Safety EN 60598 1 1997 EN 60598 2 17 1990 A1 A3 1998 A13 1999 EMC EN 55022 Conducted Emissions Class A Radiated Emissions Class A ANSI C63 4 Class A FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class A VCCI V 1 2001 04 Class A EN 55024 EN 61000 4 2 4 8kV EN 61000 4 3 A1 3V m EN 61000 4 4 1kV 0 5kV EN 61000 4 5 2kV 1kV EN 61000 4 6 3 Vrms EN 61000 4 11 gt 95 0 5p 30 25p gt 95 250p EN 61000 3 2 Class A EN 61000 3 3 USA Thursday March 06 2008 Kenneth Stuart Hansen Compliance Engineer Studio Command User Manual iti Pr
46. 20 A Caution To preserve lamp life reduce lamp power through the dimmer rack controls while powering and homing the fixture This will reduce voltage inrush to the lamp when the relay contacts close at the completion of the homing operation i Studio Command H Fixtures Only When operating the luminaire with the lamp on the head bezels must be installed for proper head cooling and temperature control Studio Command fixtures do not have a power switch To power on the fixture simply connect it to an appropriately rated power source Once connected you can remotely power up or shutdown the fixture via controller commands see Control Parameter on page 53 However it is very important that you disconnect power to the fixture before performing certain procedures shown in this manual When you connect any Studio Command to an appropriately rated power source the fixture automatically begins a homing procedure You can also remotely home the fixture via a DMX controller see Control Parameter on page 53 or manually home the fixture via the on board menu system see Homing the Fixture HOME on page 33 The fixture s homing procedure verifies that the major functions of the fixture color wheels frost flags and shutter are correctly oriented The homing procedure is also used to take the fixture out of shutdown mode During the homing process you will hear clicking sounds as the wheels flags and shutter seek their home position
47. 4 Scroll to A to select User A settings or B to select User B settings 5 Press lt Enter gt to store selections Use this menu item to copy the fixture s preset scenes from one user mode to the other Each user type includes 16 different presets which can be copied to the other user type This options copies all 16 presets at one time To copy just one preset see Copying an On Board Memory Scene COPY on page 24 To copy user presets HddR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display M gE 2 Scroll to the MODE menu Press Enter to select USER 3 Scroll to the USER menu this will be the first option displayed Press Enter DPY 4 Scroll to the COPY menu Press Enter to select PRST 5 Scroll to the PRST menu this will be the first menu displayed Press Enter RES b 6 Scroll to A 8 to copy User A presets to User B or B A to copy User B presets to or User A b H 7 Press Enter to store selection 30 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Copying User Settings SETT Use this menu item to copy the fixture s user settings from one user mode to the other The user settings for each user type are listed in the section titled Setting the User Type USER on page 30 This options copies all user settings at one time To copy user settings AddR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display dE 2 Scroll to the MODE menu
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49. A2 A5 Lightning strike 4 166 169 65 66 A6 A9 Lightning strike 5 170 173 67 68 AA AD Lightning strike 6 174 179 68 70 AE B3 To be determined default black 180 231 71 91 B4 E7 Open 232 255 91 100 E8 FF The shutter functions are the same as the normal shutter function range Dimming is accomplished electronically lowering the lamp power Dimming will not go to black Strobes are mechanical and will go to black Studio Command Series User Manual 77 Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Channel 11 Parameter Dim MSpeed Macro Note 1 Control Description et Y then Close 0 0 00 Open 255 100 FF Disable 0 3 0 1 00 03 Longest 252 7 sec 4 2 04 Shortest 0 15 sec 255 100 FF Macro Off 0 5 0 2 00 05 Pan sweep small to large angle 6 62 2 24 06 3E Macro Off 63 65 25 25 3F 41 Tilt sweep small to large angle 66 122 26 48 42 7A Macro Off 123 125 48 49 7B 7D Clockwise circle small to large 126 160 49 63 7E A0 Macro Off 161 163 63 64 A1 A3 Counterclockwise circle small to large 164 198 64 78 A4 C6 Reserved 199 255 78 100 C7 FF Safe disables all Control settings 0 9 0 4 00 09 Pan amp Tilt MSpeed Off 10 19 4 7 0A 13 Display Off 20 28 8 11 14 1C Display Dim 30 38 12 15 1E 26 Display Bright 40 48 16 19 28 30 Home 60 68 24 27
50. For a full menu map of the Studio Command menu system see Appendix D Menu Map Note The same Menu system is used on all models Some options may not function for Studio Command H fixtures Navigating the Menu System Access the menu system via the four menu navigation buttons on the fixture s front panel Motor Lamp C Use UP and Down eas e arrow buttons to scroll x wo l through menus Transmit Li qo and options Receive e Use the Menu button to access the menu and return MENU ENTER Use the lt Enter gt button to select to previous menu or option and store a menu or option Menu navigation buttons The alphanumeric LED display shows the menu items you select from the menu map When accessing fixture options not preset scenes the display will flash when a new option is selected by pressing the lt Up gt or lt Down gt arrow buttons and stops flashing when a new option is stored by pressing the lt Enter gt button Studio Command Series User Manual 21 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System To access the menu system press and hold the lt Menu gt button until AddR appears on the display The menu system is protected against inadvertent menu changes by requiring the Menu button to be held for a few seconds before allowing entry to the menu system To return to the previous option or menu without changing the value press the Menu button To exit the menu system keep pres
51. IFF error To correct the boot code you must copy the new boot code for each fixture see Copying the Boot Code BOOT on page 33 32 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Test Menu TEST The Test menu allows you to manually home the fixture turn the lamp on or off store new boot code information and perform fixture self tests to determine the origin of mechanical problems Homing the Fixture HOME This menu item allows you to manually home the fixture To remotely home the fixture using a DMX console see Control Parameter on page 53 To manually home the fixture dd 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display amp TEST 2 Scroll to the TEST menu Press Enter to select HOME 3 Scroll to the HOME option this will be the first option displayed 4 Press Enter The LED will alternately display RST and HOME while the fixture homes Turning the Lamp On or Off LAMP This menu item allows you to manually strike or extinguish the lamp To remotely strike or extinguish the lamp using a DMX console see Control Parameter on page 53 To manually turn the lamp on or off HdgR 1 Press and hold Menu until AddR appears on the LED display TEST 2 Scroll to the TEST menu Press Enter to select LAMP 3 Scroll to the LAMP menu Press lt Enter gt to select ON 4 Scroll to ON to strike the lamp or OFF to extinguish the lamp 5 Press lt Enter gt
52. M9 604 224 9 vi Studio Command User Manual Table of Contents User EIL c i Contacting High End Systems ccc cece etree emnes ii Declaration Of Conformiby 11s ocecsce inca a tech nmi d ibid etel a nce iii Important Safety Information cc cece teeter eee eene iv ECC IMORMAtlON Pm iv Safety nete en V Warranty Inform ablOFi sss easat ata ees dat ade a nba famed tight nd ntn n asina v limited Warranty aoiseanna a a a a a aaia v Returning an Item Under Warranty for Repair ssssssssssssrssrrrsrrssrrsrrrrrrrrirrsrrssus v aule e a a A E A EN vi PATEN Seona aaa oar a o a A A N AO vi Chapter 1 Product Overview Model Comparison vec iana n a aeaiia N a ii 1 Studio Command Features essaia ao a a aa 2 FIXTU E PUT 2 AlLIMOGIS iunet aa aa a nas eeanonumbawmmen 2 Studio Command 1200 700 Model Only sssssssssssssrsssrssrrsrrrsrrsrrrnrrnsrrerurnrrnen 2 OPErat ON cR 2 GOMSERUCTION cem 3 Related Products and Accessories ssssssssssssssss messen 4 sje emsucq ceded 5 Mechanical ERR 5 Environmental etm 5 deuil EUM 6 dvi 6 GUI E E N E E mann dcadauanatununats seauamanenneanend 6 Cable and Connector Specifications ssssssssseee mene 7 Lamp S pecifiCatlOIis ais usse ket ose olet ace de e D de RR Rr RA 7 Chapter 2 Setup and Configuration Unpacking the FIXEUFe sirasini ati
53. MX DMX Channel location on Fixture name channels used start range the link per fixture channel used First Studio Command 1200 700 14 channels C001 1 14 Second Other Fixture 9 channels C015 15 23 Third Studio Command H 13 channels C024 24 36 Fourth Dimmer required for Studio Command H 1 channel C037 37 Note The fixture location on the link does not have to comply with this example The fixtures can be addressed in any order on the link The maximum Start channel for the last Studio Command fixture on a DMX512 link is 498 channel range 498 512 Note If you connect more than 32 fixtures to a link you must use a DMX splitter The 32 device limit complies with the EIA 485 standard Connecting more than 32 devices per link without a DMX splitter will eventually deteriorate the digital signal Studio Command Series User Manual 19 CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration 20 Studio Command Series User Manual Chapter 3 The Menu System On Board Programming Capability When you use the fixture s on board menu system to program the Studio Command fixture you manually assign a value to each of the fixture s available parameters The onboard Studio Command menu system allows you to Assign a DMX start channel Access fixture options such as homing the fixture viewing fixture status crossloading software and performing self tests Create store and play scenes from the fixture s on board memory
54. ODE Factory use only 96 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix D Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description TILT view whether the tilt sensor is obstructed ON or is not obstructed OFF view whether the pan sensor is obstructed ON or is not SENS PAN obstructed COFF i TPOS view the tilt position encoder status PPOS view the pan position encoder status UNUM Customer Service use only BRKS view the number of DMX breaks FE view the number of DMX framing errors OV view the number of DMX overruns STRT view the DMX start code value PANH view the DMX high resolution pan value TLTH view the DMX high resolution tilt value TLTL view the DMX low resolution tilt value COLC view the DMX color control channel value DMX FIXT CYAN view the DMX cyan color wheel position value MAGN view the DMX magenta color wheel position value INFO YELW view the DMX yellow color wheel position value ZOOM view the DMX zoom lens position value SHUT view the DMX shutter strobe value DIM MSPD view the DMX MSpeed time value MACR view the DMX macro value CNTL view the DMX control channel value DATA eae view the DMX data for the selected DMX channel TEMP PCB view the current temperature at the logic board C HEAD view the current internal head temperature C reset fixture hours to zero press and hold the lt Ent
55. Studio omman Series Studio Command 1200 Studio Command 700 Studio Command H User Manual High End Systems Inc 2005 All Rights Reserved Information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice High End Systems Inc assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual Trademarks used in this text High End Systems WholeHog III xSpot Xtreme Technobeam Studio Spot Studio Color Studio Color 250 Studio Spot 250 Studio Beam and Lithopatterns are registered trademarks and Studio Command TalkBack Internal Effects the High End Systems globe logo Light Burst the Hog logo are trademarks of High End Systems Inc or High End Systems Europe Ltd Belden is a registered trademark of Belden Inc Philips is a registered trademark of Philips Lighting Company Krytox is a registered trademark of DuPont Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products High End Systems disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names owned by others Studio Command User Manual P N 60600252 V4 2 Printed in the USA January 2007 HIGH END SYSTEMS 2 Contacting High nd Systems U S and the Americas Sales Department Customer Service World Wide Web High End Systems Inc 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin TX 78758 USA voice 512 836 2242 fax 51
56. TER 3 The Menu System Capturing a Preset Scene CAPT Preset capturing is a way to automate the creation of scenes on multiple Studio Command fixtures connected to a DMX 512 link Use a DMX console to create a scene then save capture the scene into a fixture s presets to play back the scene without the console When capturing a scene into a fixture s presets all parameter values must be constant i e there cannot be any pan tilt movement or scene to scene sequencing This menu option can be accessed for User Type A or B see Setting the User Type USER on page 30 Note You must use the fixture s on board scene memory to manually select values for the XFAD and DLAY parameters since a DMX console will not transmit those parameter values After creating a scene with your DMX console follow the instructions below for each fixture on which you want to capture preset scenes HeelR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display 2 Scroll to the PRST menu Press Enter to select CART 3 Scroll to the CAPT menu Press Enter to select 5NUI 4 Scroll to the scene you want to copy the preset scene to destination scene SNO1 SN16 Press Enter The fixture will copy the DMX 512 console s preset scene to the selected scene on your fixture s on board 16 scene memory for either SN b User A or User B UNE 5 When the fixture finishes the capture successfully DONE will appear briefly in the fixture
57. The Menu System Synchronizing Preset Playback After creating one or more scenes for your fixtures you can synchronize the preset playback for all Studio Command Studio Command x Spot Studio Spot 250 Studio Color 250 Studio Color 575 Studio Spot 575 EC 1 ES 1 Technobeam Color Pro HX HXi or FX fixtures in the link Note Synchronizing preset playback is applicable for fixtures operating in stand alone mode only Do not include a DMX console in the link while synchronizing preset scene playback Synchronizing playback allows you to set all applicable fixtures to a master clock so that all fixtures have a definite synchronized starting point when playing back their sequences or loops It is the master fixture the fixture assigned DMX start channel 1 which determines the sequence length for all the other fixtures in the link slave fixtures regardless of the number of programmed scenes or the sequence length of the individual slave fixtures When the master fixture reaches the end of its last scene all fixtures will restart at scene 1 regardless of whether the slave fixtures have finished playing their scenes and all the clocks will be reset to zero For example if a slave fixture has a shorter sequence length it will continuously repeat its sequence until the master fixture resets all the clocks If a slave fixture has a longer sequence length it will restart at scene 1 before it completes its entir
58. ampen oder vor Wartungsarbeiten stets den Netzstecker ziehen Diese Ger te sind nur zum Einbau in trockenen Lagen bestimmt und m ssen vor Regen und Feuchtigkeit gesch tzt werden Servicearbeiten sollten nur von Fachpersonal ausgef hrt werden Das Gerat enthalt keine wartungsbed rftigen Teile Dieses Ger t geh rt zur Klasse Dieses Ger t mu geerdet werden Warnung Zum Schutz Gegen Ubermassige Ultraviolett UV Bestrahlung 1 2 Die Schutzabdeckungen Linsen und der UV Schutz m ssen ausgewechselt werden wenn sie sichtlich derma en besch digt sind da sie ihre Wirksamkeit einb en z B infolge von Rissen oder tiefen Kratzern Nie direkt in die eingeschaltete Lampe schauen Warnung Zum Schutz Vor Verletzungen 1 Verwenden Sie bei der Installation des Beleuchtungsk rpers ein zus tzliches Sicherheitskabel VORSICHT Bei einer hei amp e Lampe besteht Explosionsgefahr Nach dem Abschalten der Netzspannung sollten Sie etwa 5 Minuten warten bevor Sie das Lampengehause ffnen Sch tzen Sie beim Auswechseln der Lampen Ihre H nde und tragen Sie eine Schutzbrille Die Oberflachen des Ger tes k nnen Temperaturen bis zu 160 C erreichen Vor dem Anfassen stets 5 Minuten lang abk hlen lassen Falls die Lampe besch digt oder durch Warmeeinwirkung verformt ist mu sie ausgewechselt werden 88 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix C Ap ndice C Informaci n Importante De
59. annel Shutter Function Close Description Closes shutter Periodic Strobe Strobes beam at specified intervals Periodic strobes transition smoothly from mechanical strobes to electronic strobes Mechanical strobes support 1 4 Hz operation Electronic strobes support 5 33Hz operation Random Strobe Allows all Studio Command Fixtures on the DMX link to strobe their shutters at random times Random Synchronous Strobe Allows all Studio Command Fixtures on the DMX link to strobe their shutters at random times in unison Ramp Open Snap Shut Opens shutter at variable speeds then snaps shut at full speed Snap Open Ramp Shut Opens shutter at full soeed then ramps shut Ramp Open Ramp Shut Opens shutter at variable speeds then ramps shut Random Ramp Open Snap Shut Opens shutter at random variable speeds then snaps shut at full speed Random Snap Open Ramp Shut Opens shutter at full soeed then ramps shut at random variable speeds Open Opens shutter 50 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 4 Fixture Programming The Control channel also qualifies the Shutter parameter to create lamp boost lightning and strobing effects Control Channel Setting Shutter Function Description Values 134 137 Lamp Assisted Strobes Values 138 141 Lamp Functions Close Periodic Strobe Random Random Strobe Random Synchronous Strobe Ramp Open Snap
60. ass 1 equipment This equipment must be earthed 6 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Cable and Connector Specifications DMX data cables Belden 9841 or equivalent meets specifications for EIA RS 485 applications with the following characteristics 2 conductor twisted pair plus a shield maximum capacitance between conductors 30 pF ft maximum capacitance between conductor and shield 55 pF ft maximum resistance of 20Q 1000 ft nominal impedance 100 1400 DMX data connectors 1200 700 Model 3 pin or 5 pin male and female XLR connectors DMX data connectors H Model 5 pin male and female XLR connectors DMX data terminators Male XLR connector with 120 ohm terminator Lamp Specifications Studio Command 1200 Studio Command 700 Studio Command H Primary Lamp Alternate Lamp Primary Lamp Alternate Lamp tamp PHILIPS PHILIPS PHILIPS PHILIPS PHILIPS P MSR1200 MSR1200 2 MSR700 MSR700 2 7002 Y Luminous Flux 110 000 Im 110 000 Im 56000 Im 55000 Im 29 000Im Arc Length 10 mm 10 mm 8mm 8mm N A Eoler 5900K 7200K 5600K 7200K 3200K Temperature Lamp Life 50 800 hrs 800 hrs 1000 hrs 1000 hrs 250 hrs CRI 95 85 95 80 100 CIE X 325 X 302 X 330 X 302 Y 320 Y 320 Y 330 Y 320 Studio Command Series User Manual 7 CHAPTER 1 Product Overview 8 Studio Command Series User Manual Chapter e Setup and Configuration Unpacking the Fixture
61. ate two or more contiguous scenes see Step by Step Scene Creation on page 42 After you have created your scenes go to the next available scene and choose the ZERO menu option to erase any programmed parameter values and mark the end of the loop Note If you program all available on board scenes you do not have to mark the end of the loop When preset playback is set on the fixture will automatically loop after playback of all programmed scenes Playing Back a Loop To play back a loop you must set preset playback on for each fixture see Setting Preset Playback PLAY on page 23 When preset playback is set on your fixture will automatically begin playing back the first scene and continue through the loop Note Scene 1 must be programmed to enable preset playback The fixture has t to indicate that t pl ki Wem e fixture has two ways to indicate that preset playback is Dot indicates preset on First the display will show a dot in the lower right corner playback is ON Second during normal operation the seven segment LED cycled information will be changed to display PRST instead of A the fixture s software version Vxxx N If power is removed during playback the fixture will home and begin playback at the first scene To stop playback manually p MENU 9 ENTER set playback mode off see Setting Preset Playback PLAY on b wy page 23 Preset playback indicator Studio Command Series User Manual 45 CHAPTER 3
62. aulty Consult the documentation provided with that device for more information To view DMX data for another device on the DMX link HddgR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display TNF 2 Scroll to the INFO menu Press Enter to select ceMXx 3 Scroll to the dMX menu Press Enter to select AT uu to EN Scroll to the dATA menu Press Enter Qc D 5 Scroll to the desired DMX channel COO01 C512 F3 o 6 Press Enter The LED will display the selected channel s DMX value F3 38 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Vieuiing the Current Logic Board Temperature PCB This menu option allows you to view the current ambient temperature at the logic board inside the fixture To view the logic board temperature Heel 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display INEI 2 Scroll to the INFO menu Press lt Enter gt to select TEMP 3 Scroll to the TEMP menu Press lt Enter gt to select PLE 4 Scroll to the PCb option 5 Press Enter The LED will display the current internal temperature of the fixture s logic board in degrees centigrade 6 The maximum temperature for the logic board is 85 C When maximum temp erature is exceeded the fixture shuts down and the display shows PCB TEMP ERR For more information see Alphanumeric Display Error Messages on page 63 Viewing the Current Fixture
63. back or software crossloads Intellabeam fixtures are located after the Studio Command fixtures on the link These devices block communication with any other Studio Command fixtures on the link Make sure that all data cables are functioning Ne The fixture is attempting to crossload software and that all receiving fixtures are connected to EMTy but cannot find any suitable fixtures on the the data cable and powered on data link Contact High End Systems customer support if problem continues The fixture has detected a pan error and cannot correct its position due to a Remove the object externally or internally physical obstruction that is blocking the fixture s pan movement PAN broken belt and home the fixture see Homing the ENCD bad pan encoder Fixture HOME on page 33 bad encoder wheel Contact High End Systems customer support broken wire connecting the encoder to the if problem continues logic board The fixture cannot find the pan home slot due to a possible broken belt PAN faulty motor Contact High End Systems customer support SENS faulty motor driver T EE broken wire connecting the sensor or pan motor to the logic board bad sensor The temperature in the top box has exceeded the maximum permissible level due to a possible Reduce the ambient temperature around the bad fan fixture and or remove any blockage from the m excessive ambient temperatures fixture s fan vents blockage in
64. be disabled or behave erratically Nole The single exception to the non overlapping rule is if you want the fixtures to respond to controller commands in exactly the same way In this case the fixtures must be the same type for example two Studio Command fixtures and the fixtures must share the entire channel range 18 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration To assign the start channel 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display Press Enter to select 2 Scroll to the desired DMX start channel COO1 C512 to n lg 3 Press lt Enter gt to store selection Determining the DMX Start Channel This section describes how to determine start channels for the fixtures on a DMX link if you plan to mix different fixture types for example a Studio Command fixture and a Studio Spot 250 fixture on the same DMX link To determine each fixture s DMX start channel in a link you must know the number of channels used by each fixture Knowing that the first fixture on the link will use DMX start channel 1 you can determine the DMX start channel for each successive fixture by adding the number of DMX channels used by the fixture to the fixture s DMX start channel For example in the following table 14 channels used by Studio Command running 1 DMX start channel for the first fixture 2 14 DMX start channel for the next fixture on the link Fixture Number of D
65. ce when mounting a fixture to its support The fixture should be at a height where you can comfortably work on it and should either be resting on a stable surface or held securely clamp locking washers 3 Attach suitable clamps through the center holes on the base of the fixture Install two locking washers per clamp when attaching the clamps to the fixture s base I T_T 4 Tighten the clamps firmly to the fixture s base and to the support 5 Loop one or more suitable safety cables around the support through the side holes in the fixture s base and around the fixture s handles 12 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Linking the Fixtures The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a DMX 512 link determines the number of fixtures the link can support Each Studio Command fixture uses 14 channels on a DMX512 link Studio Command H fixtures use 13 channels plus a channel dedicated to a dimmer Note If you connect more than 32 fixtures to a link you must use a DMX splitter The 32 device limit complies with the EIA 485 standard Connecting more than 32 devices per link without a DMX splitter will eventually deteriorate the digital signal Controllers serial data distributors data line optoisolators and any fixtures using the RS 422 DMX standard of serial communications block software uploads crossloads or TalkBack
66. cts as part of the On Board programming features The Internal Effects will operate as an additional programming parameter labeled MACR Studio Command Series User Manual 81 Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol 82 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix B MSpeed Conversion Table The following table lists the MSpeed motor movement times and their corresponding DMX controller values If you have a numeric type controller use the Value Decimal dec column If you have a fader type controller use the Value Percentage 96 column If your controller allows vou to proaram hex value 0 15 255 100 FF 23 30 179 70 B3 0 15 254 100 FE 23 92 178 70 B2 0 17 253 99 FD 24 54 177 69 B1 0 19 252 99 FC 25 17 176 69 BO 0 21 251 98 FB 25 80 175 69 AF 0 25 250 98 FA 26 45 174 68 AE 0 29 249 98 F9 27 10 173 68 AD 0 35 248 97 F8 27 76 172 67 AC 0 41 247 97 F7 28 43 171 67 AB 0 47 246 96 F6 29 11 170 67 AA 0 55 245 96 F5 29 80 169 66 A9 0 63 244 96 F4 30 49 168 66 A8 0 73 243 95 F3 31 19 167 65 A7 0 83 242 95 F2 31 90 166 65 A6 0 94 241 95 F1 32 62 165 65 A5 1 05 240 94 FO 33 34 164 64 A4 1 18 239 94 EF 34 08 163 64 A3 1 31 238 93 EE 34 82 162 64 A2 1 45 237 93 ED 35
67. d from the factory with the following default option settings pan tilt swap off LED display on and bright shutter close with DMX data loss short tilt invert off LED display invert off fast pan tilt movement off pan invert off lamp life warning off preset playback off Note To change the preset playback option see Setting Preset Playback PLAY on page 23 The factory default menu option displays On if all the factory options are at the factory default settings If any of the items listed above are not at the factory default setting the display reads OFF Selecting the OFF option will have no effect To restore the factory default setting AddR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display SET 2 Scroll to the SET menu Press lt Enter gt to select F HET 3 Scroll to the FACT menu this will be the first menu displayed Press Enter ON 4 Scroll to ON to restore the factory option defaults 5 Press lt Enter gt to store Swapping Pan and Tilt SWAP This menu option swaps the pan motor and tilt motor operation to allow fixtures hung perpendicular to each other to respond to pan and tilt movement commands in the same direction To swap pan and tilt motion dd 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display 2 Scroll to the SET menu Press lt Enter gt to select aN i 3 Scroll to the SWAP menu Press lt Enter gt to un ju
68. ding lug inside XLR shell Common cable shield negative Common complement data cable shield positive complement data true positive data true Male 3 pin XLR Connector Female 3 pin XLR Connector Grounding lug inside XLR shell XLR shell Common cable shield m RT positive positive Common negative data true data true cable shield data negative negati gative complement data complement data Ton positive complement positive complement data true data true This data line is not used by the fixture but allows data to pass through the fixture Male 5 pin XLR Connector Female 5 pin XLR Connector Pin configuration for 3 pin Studio Command 1200 700 model only and 5 pin XLR cables Test each cable with a voltage ohm meter VOM to verify correct polarity and to make sure that the negative and positive pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or to each other Caution Do not connect anything to the ground lug on the XLR N connectors Do not connect or allow contact between the common cable shield and the fixture s chassis ground Grounding the common could cause a ground loop and or erratic behavior 14 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Setting Up a DMX Link To link one or more fixtures to a controller using either 3 pin or 5 pin XLR cables 1 Connect the male XLR connector of a DMX Data cable
69. dio Command Model see Lamp Specifications on page 7 protective gloves and eyewear wide tip flat head screwdriver Disconnect power to fixture If the fixture has been operating wait for the lamp to cool before handling Lamp cap and assembly screws 58 Studio Command Series User Manual Tilt the fixture s head to access the lamp cap L A and using a wide tip flat head screwdriver Pull the lamp assembly straight out of the fixture Holding the existing lamp by its ceramic base carefully pull the lamp straight ES CHAPTER 5 General Maintenance loosen but do not remove the two lamp assembly screws B C The lamp assembly is connected to the fixture by lamp socket wires Support the lamp assembly while replacing the lamp Do not allow the lamp socket wires to support the weight of the lamp assembly E out of the lamp socket D f Caution Do not squeeze the lamp glass while removing the existing lamp from the socket Lamp glass may shatter t Ii Remove all packaging materials from the new lamp Holding the new lamp by p HB its ceramic base gently press the two base pins into the lamp socket until the lamp is firmly seated Caution When handling the new lamp avoid contact with the lamp glass If the lamp glass is soiled by oi
70. e cyan color wheel from 0 D000 D255 to full saturation D255 when COLC CON CYAN L000 sets speed of CYCL mode from stop L000 to full speed L255 L255 SNO1 NOOO sets speed of RND mode from stop NOOO to full speed PRST EDIT SN16 N255 N255 cont cont cont D000 select an exact position on magenta color wheel from 0 D000 D255 to full saturation D255 MAGN CYCL AND No function in CYCL or RND COLC modes D000 select an exact position on yellow color wheel from 0 D000 to D255 full saturation D255 YELW CYCL FRND No function in CYCL or RND COLC modes ZOOM Z000 select a zoom value for a beam angle from 18 Z000 to 33 Z255 Z255 252 7 select a motor movement time in decimal seconds from slow MSPD 0 15 252 7 to fast 0 15 0 15 select a motor movement time in decimal seconds from fast 252 7 0 15 to slow 252 7 MCOF set all macro options off P00 P56 pan sweep macro from small to large TO macros off MACR T00 T56 tilt sweep from small to large CO macros off coo clockwise circle macro CC34 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix D Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description CCO macros off CCO00 MACR CC34 counterclockwise circle macro MCOF set all macro options off X 0 1 select the DIM and FCUS construct s crossfade ti
71. e sequence 00 00 00 00 15 00 00 35 00 00 50 00 01 00 00 01 20 00 01 30 00 01 40 00 01 55 00 Master Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3 Scene4 Scene5 Scene6 Scene7 Scene8 restarts gt 00 00 00 00 10 00 00 55 00 01 30 00 01 40 00 Slave 1 Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3 Scene 1 Scene 2 scene not finished restarts 00 00 00 00 10 00 00 20 00 00 40 00 01 55 00 Slave2 Scene 1 Scene2 Scene3 Scene 4 Scene 5 not played restarts Example of synchronized playback To enable synchronized playback 1 Link the fixtures you want to synchronize see Standalone Fixture Linking on page 16 Make sure you terminate both the first and the last fixtures in the link and that there are no DMX consoles on the link 2 Assign one fixture as the master fixture by assigning it a unique DMX start channel 1 or fixture number 1 see Assigning a DMX Start Channel on page 18 Make sure no other fixture on the link is assigned DMX start channel 1 or fixture number 1 3 Set preset playback on for all fixtures on the link see Setting Preset Playback PLAY on page 23 46 Studio Command Series User Manual Chapter 4 Fixture Programming Programming control features for Studio Command fixtures include Assigning a DMX start channel Accessing and setting fixture options Viewing fixture status Crossloading software Performing self tests DMX Programming for creating storing and playing sce
72. e using the fixture s menu system to choose a value for each of the available parameters For more information on available parameters see Appendix D Menu Map Note This example assumes a Studio Command 1200 700 model The DIM option will not be functional in Studio Command H fixtures n o o u t ty u n M J M cr o n 3 M ty m V m a et Press and hold Menu until AddR appears on the LED display 2g C CL Eu m Scroll to the PRST menu Press Enter to select 7D un 4 N Scroll to the EdI T menu Press Enter to select rm CL WwW Scroll to the scene you want to create in this example SNO1 La PRE E3 U A Press Enter to store the selection Select a Shutter Value SHUT SHUT 1 Scroll to the SHUT parameter this will be the first parameter displayed Press lt Enter gt to select OPEN 2 Scroll to the desired shutter value in this example OPEN 3 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection u M M n et ty g 3 lt v G M A v Cc 3 x 1 Scroll to the d M parameter Press lt Enter gt to select 3m 255 2 Scroll to the desired dim value in this example d255 3 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection Select a Pan Value PAN AN 1 Scroll to the PAN parameter Press lt Enter gt to select amp SS 3965 2 Scroll to a pan value from 49 9 to 49 9 in this example 30 5 3 Press lt Enter gt
73. e value of the parameter you selected use your DMX console to change that parameter s value If the value changes on the fixture s LED display but the fixture still does not respond contact High End Systems customer service in one of the ways shown in the section titled Contacting High End Systems 9 on page ii If the value does not change on the fixture s LED display remove the fixture from the DMX link and try to change the parameter s value using the fixture s menu system If the fixture then functions normally the problem was likely with the DMX link Otherwise contact High End Systems customer service see Contacting High End Systems on page ii Viewing DMX Data for Another Device DATA This procedure allows you to use a Studio Command fixture to view DMX channel values for other devices on the DMX link Use this menu option for testing devices that do not have built in DMX diagnostics or fixtures that are physically inconvenient to monitor directly If you experience a problem with a device on the link use this menu to select a DMX channel in the device s channel range and view its DMX value After noting the value of the channel you selected use your DMX console to change that channel s value If the value of the DMX channel you selected does not change there may be a problem with the DMX cable or your transmitting device i e DMX console If the DMX channel value changes but the device does not respond the device may be f
74. ellow No link OFF Sometimes DMX 512 data is not being transmitted Transmit The fixture is in preset playback mode and is the flashing No master fixture or the fixture is a slave fixture receiving an upload solig a No The fixture is receiving data Receive flickering green OFF Sometimes DMX 512 data is not being received 1 If you shut down the lamp using a remote shutdown command the lamp and the Lamp LED will shut off normally However if you have bad data cables no data cables controller connected to er is off the lamp and its LED will also be off If correcting these prob lems does not turn the lamp on see the next section the fixture or the control Neither the Transmit nor the Receive LED will be on until you have connected the fixture to a DMX 512 compatible controller using XLR data grade cabling If these LEDs remain OFF even though you have connected the fixture to a controller and are sending DMX 512 commands to the fixture see the next section 68 Studio Command Series User Manual General Troubleshooting CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting Use the following table to find solutions to general fixture problems not indicated by alphanumeric LED display error messages or status LEDs Problem Fixture will not power on Fixture functions but lamp does not strike Lamp is dimmer than other fixtures Lamp shuts off during operation Fixture not homing properly Color system is n
75. elt MET dally meter or motor anver Contact High End Systems customer support SENS broken wire connecting the sensor or tilt motor to the logic board bad sensor The software upload or crossload was Make sure the fixture is properly connected to interrupted and the fixture is held in boot both data and power cables then attempt ibi mode another software crossload see Crossloading Fixture Software XLD on page 32 Contact High End Systems customer support if problem continues Studio Command Series User Manual 67 CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting Status LEDs Studio Command fixtures have five Status LEDs on the display panel The status LEDs help analyze problems with the Studio Command fixture Motor Status Lamp LEDs wo Transmit e Vl Receive o A OO MENU ENTER Problem LED State Indication Description Mot solid green No The motor power supply is receiving adequate voltage otor OFF Yes Fuse or power failure Lamp power is on Lamp solid yellow No Lamp is striking 2 The lamp power supply is receiving the proper voltage 700 model and the lamp is on OFF Sometimes The lamp is extinguished Lamp solid yellow No Lamp circuit is closed H model OFF Lamp circuit is open BV solid red No The logic board is receiving the required voltage OFF Yes Fuse or power failure Fixture is crossloading software to other fixtures on the solid y
76. en tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and iv Studio Command User Manual used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Safety Symbols The following international caution and warning symbols appear in margins throughout this manual to highlight messages CAUTION This symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages Not heeding these messages could result in personal injury and or damage to equipment WARNING This symbol appears adjacent to high voltage warning messages Not heeding these messages could result in serious personal injury This symbol indicates the minimum focus distance from a combustible object This symbol cautions against mounting the fixture ona flammable surface This symbol indicates that while operating equipment surfaces may reach very high temperatures Allow the fixture to cool before handling Ke gt D Warranty Information Limited Warranty Unless oth
77. er gt button RAS for five seconds to change the value F HR view current number of fixture hours L RS L ST L HR VER view the fixture s software version Studio Command Series User Manual 97 Appendix D 98 Studio Command Series User Manual
78. eries User Manual 27 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Changing the Display Output DSPL You can manually change the appearance of the fixture s alphanumeric LED display setting the display on or off or dimming the display to reduce visibility If you want to remotely change the display output using a DMX console see Control Parameter on page 53 AddR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display 2 Scroll to the SET menu Press lt Enter gt to select SPL 3 Scroll to the DSPL menu Press lt Enter gt to select N 4 Scroll to ON to set the LED display to normal intensity or OFF to turn the LED display off or OEE DIM to reduce the LED display visibility or 5 Press Enter To invert the orientation of the LED display s alphanumeric characters for viewing when the fixture is standing upright i e resting on its bottom panel on the floor Press and hold Menu until AddR appears on the LED display Scroll to the SET menu Press Enter to select Scroll to the D IN menu Press Enter to select Scroll to ON to invert the fixture s alphanumeric characters or OFF to return the fixture s alphanumeric characters to normal orientation Press Enter to store 28 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Setting the Lamp Warning Message LMPL This menu option is available in Studio Command 1200 and 700 models only Use this menu item to enable your f
79. erwise stated your product is covered by a one year parts and labor limited warranty Dichroic filters and LithoPatterns high resolution glass gobos are not guaranteed against breakage or scratches to coating It is the owner s responsibility to furnish receipts or invoices for verification of purchase date and dealer or distributor If purchase date cannot be provided date of manufacture will be used to determine warranty period Returning an Item Under Warranty for Repair It is necessary to obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number from your dealer or point of purchase BEFORE any units are returned for repair The manufacturer will make the final determination as to whether or not the unit is covered by warranty Lamps are covered by the lamp manufacturer s warranty Any Product unit or parts returned to High End Systems must be packaged in a suitable manner to ensure the protection of such Product unit or parts and such package shall be clearly and prominently marked to indicate that the package contains returned Product units or parts and with an RMA number Accompany all returned Product units or parts with a written explanation of the alleged problem or malfunction Ship returned Product units or parts to 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin TX 78758 USA Note Freight Damage Claims are invalid for fixtures shipped in non factory boxes and packing materials Studio Command User Manual v Freight All shipping will be paid
80. et the LED display off DIM dim the LED display D IN ON select inverted LED display orientation OFF select normal LED display orientation Studio Command Series User Manua 95 Appendix D Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description shutter will remain open until shutdown if DMX data is lost DLOS SHRT A Select user A settings B Select user B settings MODE A B copy user A presets to user B USER FEST B copy user B presets to user A A B copy user A settings to user B COPY SETT B copy user B settings to user A ALL A B copy user A presets and settings to user B B copy user B presets and settings to user A XLD crossload fixture software to other Studio Command fixtures on the link HOME home the fixture LAMP ON strike me lamp OFF extinguish the lamp BOOT copy the boot sector ALL self test all constructs PAN self test pan movement TILT self test tilt movement TEST CYAN self test cyan color wheel movement SELF MAGN self test magenta color wheel movement YELW self test yellow color wheel movement ZOOM self test zoom movement SHUT self test shutter strobe movement DIM S UP place the fixture in setup mode for mechanical homing DISP self test the LED display ENCD ON restore pan and tilt encoder operation OFF disable pan and tilt encoder operation C
81. g DMX start channel OFF Set preset playback off PLAY ON Set preset playback on SCN display which scene is currently playing PO1 select shutter strobe at periodic intervals from slow P 01 to P26 fast P268 NNO01 select shutter strobe at random intervals from slow NNO1 to NN26 fast NN26 NK01 select shutter strobe at random intervals from slow NK01 to NK26 fast NK26 in synchronization with the random strobing of all other Studio Command fixtures on the link PRST SNO1 SHUT EDIT SN16 DIM open the shutter Studio Command Series User Manua 93 Appendix D Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description PAN Ma select a pan value from 49 9 to 49 9 of the pan range TILT pan select a tilt value from 49 9 to 49 9 of the tilt range continuous select exact positioning at any point on the color CON wheel CYCL cycles through colors with cyan channel setting cycle speed random perform random color chase of 12 factory selected RND colors using the three color wheels speed set by cyan COLC channel MCON continuous select exact positioning at any point on the color wheel MCYC cycles through colors with cyan channel setting cycle speed random perform random color chase of 12 factory selected MRND colors using the three color wheels speed set by cyan channel D000 select an exact position on th
82. g to qualified personnel no user serviceable parts inside Warning For Continued Protection Against Exposure To Excessive Ultraviolet UV Radiation 1 2 Change shields and lenses if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired for example by cracks or deep scratches Never look directly at the lamp while lamp is on Studio Command Series User Manual 85 Appendix C Warning For Continued Protection Against Injury To Persons 1 Use secondary safety cable when mounting this fixture 2 Caution Hot lamp may be an explosion hazard Do not open for 5 minutes after switching off Wear eye and hand protection when re lamping 3 Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 160 C 320 F Allow 5 minutes for cooling before handling 4 Change the lamp if it becomes damaged or thermally deformed 86 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix C Appendice C Importantes Informations Sur La S curit Mise n Garde Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Incendies 1 oO Ui A WN Cet appareil est concu pour l usage avec les lampes sp cifi es seulement Son utilisation avec tout autre type de lampe peut tre dangereuse et annuler la garantie Ne pas monter les lampes sur une surface inflammable Maintenir une distance minimum de 1 0 m tre de mati res inflammables Ne remplacer les fusibles qu avec des mod les et valeurs assign es recommand s
83. he scene you want to create or edit SNO1 SN16 to GN m 5 Press Enter to store After a scene is selected the value of any parameter for that scene can be changed Step by Step Scene Creation on page 42 contains a detailed example of modifying scene parameters Copuing an On Board Memory Scene COPY Use the Copy menu option to copy the settings for a source scene to a destination scene location This menu option will copy between any of the 32 scene locations available To Copy a Memory Scene from one location to another AddR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display PRSTI 2 Scroll to the PRST menu Press lt Enter gt to select LUPY 3 Scroll to the COPY menu Press lt Enter gt to select FROM 4 The LED will display FROM Press Enter to select FA 5 Scroll to the scene you want to copy from source scene for either User A FAO1 FA16 or user B FBO1 FB16 This example indicates From User A Scene 01 6 Press Enter The LED will display TO Press lt Enter gt to select Th 5 7 Scroll to the scene you want to copy to destination scene for either User A TAO1 TA16 or user B TBO1 TB16 This examples indicates To user B Scene 16 JONE 8 Press lt Enter gt The fixture copies the desired scene to the selected scene location When the copy is complete dONE will appear briefly in the fixture s LED display 4 Studio Command Series User Manual N CHAP
84. he warranty Do not mount on a flammable surface Maintain minimum distance of 1 0 meter 3 28 feet from combustible materials Replace fuses only with the specified type and rating Observe minimum distance to lighted objects of 2 0 meter 6 56 feet This equipment for connection to branch circuit having a maximum overload protection of 20 A Warning For Continued Protection Against lectric Shock 1 If this equipment was received without a line cord plug attach the appropriate line cord plug according to the following code brown live blue neutral green yellow earth In the United Kingdom the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows the core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow the core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black the core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red 3 Class equipment This equipment must be earthed 4 5 6 Equipment suitable for dry locations only Do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture Disconnect power before re lamping or servicing Refer servicin
85. his page correctly for this model Pan or Tilt The pan and tilt is out of home Home the fixture see Control Parameter on page 53 position is off or Homing the Fixture HOME on page 33 Contact High End Systems customer service Display is not The LED display is set off Turn the LED display on see Changing the Display functioning Output DSPL on page 28 The power supply fuse is bad Check the power supply fuses see Replacing Fuses on page 55 The power connectors are Re seat the power connectors and turn the LED loose display on The software upload was At fixture start up press the two navigational arrow incomplete buttons simultaneously The LED will display UPLD and hold the fixture in boot mode Reload the latest version of the software The logic board is bad Contact High End Systems customer service ie n i i it E E CAUTION REPLACE FUSES HITH SAME PE AND F PUTUT aLL i TE Vonde Sensor Position 1 2 3 4 Studio Command 700 with KT56 Open Open Open Open Studio Command 700 with KT60 Jumper Jumper Jumper Jumper Studio Command H Jumper Open Open Open 70 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting Upload and Crossload Troubleshooting The following table describes solutions to problems encountered while uploading or crossloading new software versions Problem Not all fixtures
86. i e per gli occhi prima di cambiare la lampadina Le superfici della apparecchiatura possono arrivare a temperature di 160 gradi centrigradi 194 gradi f Aspettare 5 minuti prima di maneggiare Cambiare la lampadina se si danneggia o se si e deformata dovuto alle alte temperature 90 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix C Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation Advarsel Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock VIGTIGT LEDEREN MED GUL GROEN ISOLATION MAA KUN TILSLUTTES KLEMME MAERKET T ELLER Studio Command Series User Manual 91 Appendix C 92 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix D Menu Map The Studio Command fixture s onboard menu system allows you to Assign a DMX start channel Access fixture options such as homing the fixture viewing fixture status crossloading software and performing self tests Preset PRST programming options that allow you to create store and play scenes from the fixture s on board memory For a more detailed description see individual menu options listed in Chapter 3 The Menu System on page 21 Note All Studio Command models use the same menu system Yellow highlighted areas in the menu map table indicate options that have a different result or are not functional for Studio Command H fixtures Studio Command Menu Map Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description ADDR Cxxx change the existin
87. ixture to display the warning message LAMP LIFE ERR when the current lamp hours exceed 700 With this option enabled after the current lamp hours exceed 800 hours the fixture will display the warning message LAMP OUT ERR Once the lamp is extinguished the fixture will no longer strike the lamp until the current lamp is replaced and the current lamp hours are reset to zero see Replacing the Lamp on page 58 and Resetting Lamp Hours L RS Studio Command 1200 700 models only on page 40 To enable the lamp warning message Heel 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display SET 2 Scroll to the SET menu Press Enter to select LMPL 3 Scroll to the LMPL menu Press Enter to select ON 4 Scroll to ON to enable the lamp warning message or or OFF to disable the lamp warning message OFF 5 Press lt Enter gt to store Data Loss Shutter Close DLOS Use this menu item to determine how the fixture will react in the event of DMX data loss by closing the shutter upon Data Loss or keeping the shutter open until shut down In the Studio Command 1200 700 model the fixture responds to a Data Loss by closing the shutter In Studio Command H models the fixture responds to a Data Loss by dousing the lamp To select a shutter reaction to data loss HeeR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display 2 Scroll to the SET menu Press Enter to select cJL j 3 Scroll to the dLOS menu
88. jo 2 m 4 0 select ON 4 Scroll to ON to swap the fixture s pan and tilt Or motion or OFF to return the fixture s pan and z A f Fixture hung perpendicular tilt motion to normal orientation OFF to each other 5 Press lt Enter gt to store 26 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Inverting Tilt T IN This menu item inverts the direction of the tilt motor to allow fixtures mounted opposite each other vertically to respond to tilt movement commands in the same direction To invert the fixture s tilt motion Hddg 1 Press and hold Menu until AddR appears on the LED display 2 Scroll to the SET menu Press Enter to select T IN 3 Scroll to the T IN menu Press Enter to select N 4 Scroll to ON to invert the fixture s tilt motion or Or OFF to return the fixture s tilt motion to normal E orientation 5 Press Enter to store Inverting Pan P IN To invert the fixture s pan motion Hee 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display CET 2 Scroll to the SET menu Press Enter to select Horizontally opposing fixtures N 3 Scroll to the P IN menu Press lt Enter gt to select 4 Scroll to ON to invert the fixture s pan motion or OFF to return the fixture s pan Or motion to normal orientation 5 Press Enter to store Studio Command S
89. l or dirt from skin N gloves etc clean the cold lamp glass with an alcohol wipe A soiled lamp could overheat and burst causing damage to the fixture Re insert the lamp assembly straight into the fixture around the lamp or crimped while reinserting the Caution Make sure the lamp socket wires are not wrapped lamp assembly 8 Tighten the lamp assembly screws 9 Reset the lamp hours to zero so that you can track the lamp life see Resetting Lamp Hours 10 L RS Studio Command 1200 700 models only on page 40 Optimize the new lamp Optimizing the Lamp You should optimize the lamp after you replace the lamp or if you notice a hot spot of brightness anywhere other than the center of the light beam To complete the optimization procedure below you can use either the fixture s on board menu system or your DMX controller Studio Command Series User Manual 59 CHAPTER 5 General Maintenance 1 Turn the lamp on using Orient the fixture so that the beam will 10 ft 3 meter minimum project onto a flat white 4 surface at least 10 feet 3 m away gt a the Menu system see Turning the Lamp On or Off LAMP on page 33 or with a console via DMX White wall 3 Make sure that the light beam is round and not oval 4 If necessary use the following steps in the menu to adjust the pan and tilt construct values until the beam is round or set Pan and Til
90. lso support the Internal Effects macros as part of the On Board programming features The Internal Effects macros operate as an additional programming parameter labeled MACR The four Internal Effect available on a standard configuration Studio Command fixture are Pan Sweep Tilt Sweep Clockwise Circle and Counterclockwise Circle 52 Studio Command Series User Manual Control Parameter The Control parameter activates certain Fixture Shutter and Lamp functions on other Channels To access all control settings in Standard Protocol except for Pan amp Tilt MSpeed Off first select a control channel value then set the Shutter channel to 0 Studio Command I200 700 Control Setting Description Disables all Control settings for normal operation CHAPTER 4 Fixture Programming Notes Lamp functions Modifies the shutter channel dimming Lamp mechanical Lamp output will vary from a minimum to 1200 700 Watts as the mechanical dimming ranges from 0 10096 Lamp only dimming Watts Electronic dimming only from a minimum to 1200 700 Suis The Control channel should not be crossfaded Pan amp Tilt Sets Pan amp Tilt MSpeed to off The Control channel Command is sent MSpeed Off should not be crossfaded instantaneously Display Off Sets display to off Commands must be sent Display Dim Dims display characters for lt EL Sm Display Bright Brightens the display characters packet
91. m see Preset Menu PRST on page 23 For more detailed information on all the settings you can control in Studio Command fixtures using the onboard Menu System see Chapter 3 The Menu System and Appendix D Menu Map Parameter Function Descriptions The following sections describe the Parameters for Studio Command fixtures running Standard or Flat DMX Protocol All DMX values indicated in the detailed parameter descriptions are in decimal units See Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol for complete DMX tables Pan and Tilt Parameters The Pan and Tilt parameters control the Studio Command fixture s 540 pan range and 240 tilt range Pan and Tilt functions each utilize two channels to provide 16 bit adjustment to a fraction of a degree Pan and Tilt motion for Studio Command fixtures is controlled with MSpeed values by default see MSpeed Motor Speed Parameter on page 52 If you choose to control the Pan and Tilt parameters with DMX controller crossfading set Pan Tilt MSpeed off in the Control parameter see the DMX tables in Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Note Optical encoders for pan and tilt correct the fixture s position if the fixture is jarred from its programmed position If a physical obstruction prevents the fixture from correcting its position the fixture times out to prevent wear on the motors If your fixture has timed out remove the obstruction and home the fixture to return it to normal operation Color
92. me Contact High End Systems customer support if problem continues 64 Studio Command Series User Manual Display CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting Message Problem Solution Fixture head temperature has exceeded the maximum permissible level due to abad fan Reduce the ambient temperature around the excessive ambient temperatures A fixture and or remove any blockage from the HEAD blockage in fan vents on back of the fixture fixture s fan vents TEMP head abroken wire connecting the fan to the logic Contact High End Systems customer support board see page ii if problem continues The fixture automatically turns the lamp and motors off The fixture s lamp life limitation setting was This message is only a warning Take no LAMP enabled and the current lamp has exceeded action unless this message changes to LAMP LIFE i 900 hours OUT The fixture cannot detect the temperature Make sure lamp cap is installed on the fixture readback from the thermometer in the fixture see Replacing the Lamp on page 58 The head lamp will not strike if the lamp plate is The lamp cap is not installed on the fixture removed If the lamp is on when the lamp LAMP l plate is removed the lamp is extinguished If MISS There is a broken wire or loose connector the lamp was on when the lamp plate was between the thermometer and the logic board removed the lamp strikes again 30 seconds The lamp inte
93. me in XFAD X 9 9 increments of 0 1 X10 select the DIM and FCUS construct s crossfade time in X166 increments of 1 SNO01 D0 1 E EDIT SN16 D99 Select the scene delay time in increments of 0 1 cont cont D10 Ao D166 select the scene delay time in increments of 1 select seconds as the units of time used for the XFAD and SEC TIME DLAY constructs MIN select minutes as the units of time used for the XFAD and PRST DLAY constructs cont TIME select hours as the units of time used for the XFAD and DLAY HOUR cont constructs ZERO OK erase any programming of the current scene by voiding all construct values mark the end of the loop FA01 FA16 Select a user A scene to copy from source scene FROM FAQ1 FA16 select a user B scene to copy from source scene COPY TAO1 a TA16 select a user A scene to copy to destination scene TO TBO1 Te TB16 select a user B scene to copy to destination scene CAPT SNO1 select a scene to capture a pre programmed scene to from SN16 your DMX controller enable the factory programmed preset scene sequence self DFLT OK demo erases any preset scenes previously programmed SEND send all presets in current user N f faul FACT O set factory defaults on OFF set factory defaults off SWAP ON set pantit swap on OFF set pan tilt swap off T N ON set alt inver on SET OFF set tilt invert off P IN ON set pan invert on OFF set pan invert off ON set the LED display on DSPL OFF s
94. meric display can also provide insight on where the problem is originating The following table lists alphabetically the Error Messages Studio Command fixtures can display along with the problem s each may indicate and potential solutions Display Message Problem Solution BOOT The fixture s normal boot code does not match Update the boot code see Copying the Boot DIFF the backup boot code Code BOOT on page 33 The fixture lost the assigned DMX start EMEM channel and will automatically default to DMX CHNL start channel 1 To reassign the DMX start channel see Assigning a DMX Start Channel on page 18 Studio Command Series User Manual 63 CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting Display Message Problem Solution n To restore display invert setting see EMEM The fixture lost the display invert setting and DINV will default to non inverted 28 LED Characters D IN DIE page EMEM The fixture lost the DMX data loss setting and Nus A E ae mee sae ce DLOS will default to short mode 29 pag EMEM The fixture lost the display setting and will To restore the display setting see Changing DPLY default to on and bright the Display Output DSPL on page 28 EMEM The fixture lost the number of fixture hours Not Applicable FHRS and will default to zero PP i EMEM The fixture lost the number of lamp hours and Not Applicable LHRS will default to zero 700 model only
95. minimum to 1200 Watts 1467149 5758 792799 To be determined 150 255 59 100 96 FF Note The pan and tilt coarse channels set the center position of the position macro The Mspeed channel is used to control the speed of the macros With the Mspeed set at the default value of DMX 0 4 all internal effects complete moves at approximately 2 5 seconds This provides a pleasing look for those customers that do not want the additional variation given by using the Mspeed channel With the Mspeed set between DMX 5 255 all internal effects complete moves at the selected Mspeed time up to 25 seconds Those fixture types that support On Board Programming also support the Internal Effects as part of the On Board programming features The Internal Effects will operate as an additional programming parameter labeled MACR Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Studio Command 7OO Protocol Channel ow Pp 10 Parameter Color Function Cyan Wheel Magenta Wheel Yellow Wheel Zoom Shutter Function Description Pan coarse adjustment Pan fine adjustment Tilt coarse adjustment Tilt fine adjustment Value dec 0 255 0 255 0 255 0 255 0 100 Continuous 0 15 0 6 00 0F Cycle Speed is set by the Cyan channel 16 31 6 12 10 1F Random Speed is set by the Cyan channel 32 47 13 18 20 2F TBD 48 127 19 50 30 7F
96. nd Series User Manual CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Construction Exterior design minimizes light leakage Universal power supply automatically selects the appropriate voltage for the fixture 200V 230V for Studio Command 1200 100V 230V at 50 60 Hz for Studio Command 700 and Studio Command H models 5 pin XLR connectors Studio Command 1200 700 models also provide connections for 3 pin XLR data cables Exclusive High End Systems Inc multi phase technology for stunningly fast smooth and quiet yoke movement LED status indicators streamline troubleshooting Precision stepper motors control dimmer shutter function and color mixing Compact and lightweight Color temperature control via an optional Gel Holder accessory Studio Command H models provide a lamp to dimmer power cable for connection to standard theatrical dimmers Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Related Products and Accessories The following table lists other products you can utilize with the Studio Command and optional accessories available from your High End Systems dealer distributor Part Description Part Number MSR 1200 replacement lamp 5900K 55030077 MSR 1200 2 alternative lamp 7200 K 55030047 MSR 700 replacement lamp 5600K 55030069 MSR 700 2 alternative lamp 7200 K 55030048 1000 W 100 V replacement Lamp for Studio Command H model 55030078 10
97. nes The Onboard Menu System controls all these features via the LED display A DMX console can provide remote DMX programming to all fixtures on a link and if it is running TalkBack protocol remote control of other fixture operations listed above For more information on the Studio Command Menu System see Chapter 3 The Menu System and Appendix D Menu Map TalkBack Support for Remote Access All Studio Command fixtures support TalkBack technology TalkBack technology allows remote access to the menu system built into High End Systems fixtures A DMX console supporting TalkBack can remotely access any option in the Studio Command onboard menu system TalkBack protocol uses the normal DMX 512 connection for bi directional communication with the fixture so physical access to the fixture is no longer required to perform operations like changing a DMX address or configuring preset programs TalkBack protocol utilizes the primary DMX link pins 2 3 in a half duplex communication mode This means that it does not require pins 4 5 to be connected or used to receive TalkBack messages coming from the fixture TalkBack protocol uses a discovery process to find the unique number that is embedded inside each fixture similar to a serial number Once the fixtures have all been identified the current fixture parameter settings and information can be accessed Fixture access can happen at anytime but the Talkback messages are only valid after the
98. nes are playing Using a DMX controller you can program an unlimited number of sequences combinations of scenes and retain direct control over the Studio Command fixture at all times You may choose to save time by programming your fixtures using a controller and then capturing the scene s to the on board memory of multiple Studio Command fixtures If you plan to operate your fixtures without a DMX controller you can utilize one of the fixtures on the link to synchronize preset playback among all fixtures of that type connected to the DMX link Note Because controllers cannot transmit crossfade or delay parameter values you must use preset programming in the onboard menu system to manually set those parameter values at the fixture Programming with a DMX Console The Wholehog TS Lighting Console and the Hog iPC console are available from High End Systems to control Studio Command fixtures see Related Products and Accessories on page 4 For more information on whether your DMX controller supports Studio Command fixtures contact the controller s vendor For more information on operating your fixture with a controller or control device such as DMX control software consult the documentation provided with the controller 48 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 4 Fixture Programming DMX Programming Using the Onboard Menu System Fixture level DMX programming is executed in the Preset portion of fixture s Onboard Menu syste
99. ng the Current Fixture Head Temperature HEAD esee 39 Resetting Fixture Hours F RS ecececeee cece eee ee ee eee eee nennen nnne 40 Viewing the Current Fixture Hours F HR cceceeeeeeeeee eee eee He 40 Resetting Lamp Hours L RS Studio Command 1200 700 models only 40 Viewing the Number of Current Lamp Strikes L ST sese 41 Viewing the Current Lamp Hours L HR sssss mne 41 Viewing the Current Software Version VER ssssses ee ee eee eeeeeeeeeees 41 Scene Creation Looping and Playback Example cssse A 42 Step by Step Scene Creation sss menn 42 Creating a LOOP qne dune A E ARO EAE EENE 45 Playing Back a LOOD 2 5 reet serani oid a c ki aa O d 45 Synchronizing Preset Playback sss memes 46 Chapter 4 Fixture Programming TalkBack Support for Remote Access sssssssss meme 47 DMX Programming Overview ssssssssse memes semen nnne 48 Full Speed verses MSpeed Control sssssse e 48 DMX Programming Options ssssssssss memes heme natn eene 48 Programming with a DMX Console esses nmm nene 48 DMX Programming Using the Onboard Menu System sse 49 Parameter Function Descriptions cceceeeee ee ee eee eee eee i nennen nnne 49 Pan and Tilt Parameters ccecece eee eee eee ee ee eee teeter renee need 49 Color Furiction Parameter ursi cc odes tume
100. o i e DMX breaks FE framing errors with a non zero value i e errors in data transmission OV overruns changing values could indicate data link connector problems STRT start code The following parameter values are available for viewing according to the selected protocol DMX Values Available for Viewing Construct Value PANH high 16 bit pan value PANL low 8 bit pan value TLTH high 16 bit tilt value TLTL low 8 bit tilt value COLC color control value CYAN cyan color wheel position MAGN magenta color wheel position YELW yellow color wheel position ZOOM beam angle position SHUT shutter strobe value DIM shutter dim flag value Not available in Studio Command H models MSPD MSpeed time value MACR macro value CNTL control channel value To view the DMX status and parameter values 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display 2 Scroll to the INFO menu Press lt Enter gt to select ar gt lt mie ll 3 Scroll to the dMX menu Press lt Enter gt to select TXT 4 Scroll to the FIXT menu this will be the first option displayed Press lt Enter gt 5 Scroll to the desired DMX status or parameter value 6 Press Enter The LED will display the selected DMX status or parameter value Studio Command Series User Manual 37 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System If you have a particular problem with the fixture follow the steps above to select a parameter and view its value After noting th
101. o to black Studio Command H Model Basic Shutter functions Shutter Function Open Description Shutter open Activates control channel when DMX value 0 23 Periodic Strobe Strobes beam at specified intervals Random Strobe Allows all Studio Command Fixtures on the DMX link to strobe their shutters at random times Random Synchronous Strobe Allows all Studio Command Fixtures on the DMX link to strobe their shutters at random times in unison Open Opens shutter Studio Command Series User Manual 51 CHAPTER 4 Fixture Programming Dim Parameter In Studio Command 1200 700 fixtures the Dim parameter provides full dimming capability without changing the color temperature or the beam shape The dim values range from closed DMX value of 0 to fully open DMX value of 255 MSpeed Motor Speed Parameter The MSpeed parameter controls the time required for a motor to complete movement when changing from one position to another MSpeed provides a means for all motors to reach their target position at the same time even though each motor may have different distances to travel MSpeed movement is extremely smooth because the fixture controls its own movements and is not dependent on DMX refresh rates MSpeed times vary from 0 15 seconds to 252 7 seconds However if you apply MSpeed to a parameter be sure that the delay value length of time allowed for the entire scene is longer
102. oduct Modification Warning High End Systems products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of United States and International safety regulations Modifications to the product could affect safety and render the product non compliant to relevant safety standards Mise En Garde Contre La Modification Du Produit Les produits High End Systems sont concus et fabriqu s conform ment aux exigences des r glements internationaux de s curit Toute modification du produit peut entrainer sa non conformit aux normes de s curit en vigueur Produktmodifikationswarnung Design und Herstellung von High End Systems entsprechen den Anforderungen der U S Amerikanischen und internationalen Sicherheitsvorschriften Abanderungen dieses Produktes k nnen dessen Sicherheit beeintr chtigen und unter Umstanden gegen die diesbez glichen Sicherheitsnormen versto en Avvertenza Sulla Modifica Del Prodotto prodotti di High End Systems sono stati progettati e fabbricati per soddisfare i requisiti delle normative di sicurezza statunitensi ed internazionali Qualsiasi modifica al prodotto potrebbe pregiudicare la sicurezza e rendere il prodotto non conforme agli standard di sicurezza pertinenti Advertencia De Modificaci n Del Producto Los productos de High End Systems est n disefados y fabricados para cumplir los requisitos de las reglamentaciones de seguridad de los Estados Unidos e internacionales Las modificaciones al producto podr
103. ollers serial data distributors data line Optoisolators or fixture s using RS 422 communication is connected before Studio Command fixtures on the link Remove or bypass the offending devices from the data link or move them after the Studio Command fixtures Accept and store the new boot code see Copying the Boot Code BOOT on page 33 Remove or bypass any offending devices from the data link or move them after the Studio Command fixtures Studio Command Series User Manual 71 CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting 72 Studio Command Series User Manual Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Studio Command I2OO Protocol Value Value Value Channel Parameter Description dec 26 hex 1 Pan Pan coarse adjustment 0 255 0 100 00 FF 2 Pan Pan fine adjustment 0 255 0 100 00 FF 3 Tilt Tilt coarse adjustment 0 255 0 100 00 FF 4 Tilt Tilt fine adjustment 0 255 0 100 00 FF FulSpeedConro 000000 Continuous 0 15 0 6 00 0F Cycle Speed is set by the Cyan channel 16 31 6 12 10 1F Random Speed is set by the Cyan channel 32 47 13 18 20 2F 5 Color TBD 48 127 19 50 30 7F Function Speed Gontrei t V Continuous 128 143 50 56 80 8F Cycle Speed is set by the Cyan channel 144 159 57 62 90 9F Random Speed is set by the Cyan channel 160 175 63 69 AO AF TBD 176 255 69 100 BO FF Continuous Mode Absolute position acros
104. ommand Series User Manual 79 Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Studio Command H Protocol Channel A oi N Continuous 0 15 0 6 00 0F Cycle Speed is set by the Cyan channel 16 31 6 12 10 1F Random Speed is set by the Cyan channel 32 47 13 18 20 2F 5 Color TBD 48 127 19 50 30 7F Function Cyan Full Saturation 0 0 00 i Cyan Open 255 100 FF Slow Rate 0 0 00 Fast Rate 255 100 FF 7 Magenta Magenta Full Saturation 0 0 00 Wheel Open 255 100 FF Yellow Yellow Full Saturation 0 0 00 8 Wheel Mo pen 255 100 FF Zoom Narrow 0 0 00 9 Zoom Zoom Wide 255 100 FF Open activate Control channel 0 23 0 9 00 17 Periodic Strobe 24 49 9 19 18 31 10 Siu Random Random Strobe 50 75 20 29 32 4B Synchronous Random Strobe 76 101 30 40 4C 65 Open 102 255 40 100 66 FF Disable 0 3 0 1 00 03 11 MSpeed Longest 252 7 sec 4 2 04 Shortest 0 15 sec 255 100 FF Parameter Description Pan coarse adjustment Pan fine adjustment Tilt coarse adjustment Tilt fine adjustment Value dec 0 255 0 255 0 255 0 255 Value 96 0 100 0 100 0 100 0 100 Value hex 00 FF 00 FF 00 FF 00 FF Continuous 128 143 50 56 80 8F Cycle Speed is set by the Cyan channel 144 159 57 62 90 9F Random Speed is set by the Cyan channel 160 175 63 69 AO AF TBD 176 255 69 100 BO FF Studio Command Series User Man
105. ot producing the correct color Probable Cause No power is connected Solution Connect power to the fixture Fuse is bad Power connectors are bad The lamp is bad Check the power supply fuses see Replacing Fuses on page 55 Contact High End Systems customer support Replace the lamp see Replacing the Lamp on page 58 The lamp is currently too hot to strike 700 model only Provide correct power source voltage power cord cap and input voltage setting see Installing an Attachment Plugs on page 9 Allow the lamp to cool then restrike the lamp see Turning the Lamp On or Off LAMP on page 33 The Ignitor connection is loose 700 model only The lamp is bad or old The wrong type of lamp is installed Contact High End Systems customer support Replace lamp with the specified type see Replacing the Lamp on page 58 The lamp is not optimized The lamp is bad Optimize the lamp see Optimizing the Lamp on page 59 Replace the lamp see Replacing the Lamp on page 58 The fixture has exceeded the maximum temperature Allow the fixture 5 to 10 minutes to cool then attempt to strike the lamp see Turning the Lamp On or Off LAMP on page 33 The lamp socket is loose and causing arcing A sensor driver or motor is faulty The fixture is not properly homed Contact High End Systems customer support Contact High End Systems customer support
106. ou must first remove the protective plastic covering over the fuse s If applicable reinstall the protective plastic covering over the fuse If you removed the motor power supply board assembly replace the assembly in the fixture and reinstall the three screws Reconnect the Ground L1 and L2 wires to the motor power supply board Reconnect the motor power supply cable to the logic board Return the filter panel and or the LED display panel to the original upright position and tighten the display panel retaining screws Replace the two panel covers and tighten the four panel cover retaining screws Replacing the Lamp You To replace the lamp 1 Put on protective eyewear and gloves Warnings Disconnect power before re lamping or servicing An operating unshielded MSR lamp emits ultraviolet and visible UV vis radiation which could damage eyes and skin Whenever you are working on or near an exposed lamp wear protective eye gear Never look directly at the lamp while the lamp is on gt Hot lamp may be an explosion hazard Do not open for five minutes after switching off Wear eye and hand protection when re lamping Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 160 C 320 F Allow the fixture to cool before handling Caution This equipment is designed for use with specified Use of any other type lamp may be hazardous and may void the warranty SNE will need appropriate lamp for your Stu
107. que d explosion Apr s l avoir teinte attendre 5 minutes avant de la d gager Lors du remplacement de la lampe une protection des yeux et des mains est requise Les surfaces de l appareil peuvent atteindre des temp ratures de 160 C Laisser refroidir pendant 5 minutes avant la manipulation Changer la lampe si elle est endommag e ou thermiquement d form e Studio Command Series User Manual 87 Appendix C Anhang C Wichtige Hinweise F r Ihre Sicherheit Warnung Zum Schutz Vor Brandgefahr 1 Diese Ausr stungen sind f r Gebrauch mit angegebenen Lampen nur entworfen Der Gebrauch irgend eines anderen Lampentyps k nnte Sie gef hrden und Ihre Garantie au er Kraft setzen 2 Das Ger t nie auf einer feuergef hrlichen Fl che montieren 3 Stets einen Mindestabstand von 1 Meter zu brennbaren Materialien einhalten 4 Zum Ersatz nur Sicherungen verwenden die dem vorgeschriebenen Typ und Nennwert entsprechen 5 Einen Mindestabstand von 2 Meter zu den angestrahlten Objekten einhalten 6 Dieses Ger t darf nur an eine Zweigleitung mit einem berlastungsschutz von h chstens 20 A angeschlossen werden Warnung Zum Schutz Gegen Gefahrliche K rperstr me 1 5 Wenn dieses Gerat ohne einen Netzkabelstecker erhalten wurde ist der entsprechende Netzkabelstecker entsprechend dem folgenden Code anzubringen Braun Unter Spannung stehend Blau Neutral Gr n Gelb Erde Vor dem Austauschen von L
108. r to view encoder position values If you receive a SENS ERR error message on the alphanumeric display this information may help you determine where the problem originates Sensor encoder information is available for the following Parameter Description TILT tilt sensor PAN pan sensor TPOS tilt encoder PPOS pan encoder To view sensor and encoder information Hee 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display INERI 2 Scroll to the INFO menu Press Enter to select SENS 3 Scroll to the SENS menu Press lt Enter gt to select 4 Scroll to the desired sensor or encoder listed above 5 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection If you are viewing a sensor the LED will display ON or OFF indicating the status If you are viewing an encoder the LED will display the current numeric position of the encoder 36 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Viewing Fixture DMX Status and Parameter Values FIXT This menu option allows you to view DMX status and parameter values for the fixture You may want to view the DMX status and parameter values for a fixture if you are having a particular problem with a fixture for example a color wheel that does not respond to commands from the console The following DMX status information is available for viewing Contruct DMX Status BRKS framing errors with value of zer
109. retaining screws 6 Gently lower the desired panel s 7 From the LED display panel side of the fixture disconnect the motor power supply cable from the logic board L Motor power supply board cable amp j T 56 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 5 General Maintenance 8 From the filter panel side of the fixture Disconnect the Ground green wire L1 blue wire and L2 brown wire from the motor power supply board Ground green wire L1 blue wire L2 brown wire 9 Use a 2 Phillips head screwdriver to remove the three screws A and slide the motor power supply board assembly B out of the fixture 10 Locate the fuse s to be replaced and replace with a fuse of the same type and rating Motor Power Supply Board o l a Filter Board iO MFL Logic Board Studio Command Series User Manual 57 CHAPTER 5 General Maintenance 11 12 13 14 15 Note If you are replacing the fuses on the LED display panel or the filter panel y
110. rlock in the head has failed after the lamp plate is reinstalled Contact High End Systems customer support if problem continues The fixture s lamp life limitation setting was Replace the lamp see Replacing the Lamp on page 58 and reset the lamp hours see LAMP enabled and the current lamp has exceeded Resetting Lamp Hours L RS Studio OUT 1000 hours The fixture can no longer strike Command 1200 700 models only on page the lamp 40 Home the fixture see Homing the Fixture LAMP Because of an unexpected electrical event HOME on page 33 STAT the fixture cannot determine the current status of the lamp Contact High End Systems customer support if problem continues Allow the fixture to cool then attempt to manually strike the lamp see Turning the Lamp On or Off LAMP on page 33 LAMP The fixture has unsuccessfully attempted to Replace the lamp see Replacing the Lam TOUT strike the lamp P p p 9 P on page 58 Contact High End Systems customer support problem continues Studio Command Series User Manual 65 CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting Display Message Problem Solution Disconnect any controllers bypass any serial data distributors and or data line optoiso lators and bypass or make sure that any LINK Two fixtures on the same like are both fixtures using RS 422 communications such BUSY attempting to transmit data during preset as Dataflash AF1000 xenon strobes and play
111. rn preset playback on or off Before using this menu option you need to have the user mode for the desired scene already selected see Setting the User Type USER on page 30 Note Scene 1 must be programmed before the fixture can play back scenes To set Preset Playback on or off or to view the current scene Heel 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display T I E AN LEN L v UJ Scroll to the PLAY menu this will be the first menu displayed Press Enter to select aa A l F or 4 Scroll to ON to set preset playback on OFF OFF to set preset playback off or E SCN to display which scene is currently playing PRST 2 Scroll to the PRST menu and press lt Enter gt to select U1 Press lt Enter gt to store selection SCN Studio Command Series User Manual 23 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System diting or Creating an On Board Memory Scene DIT This menu item allows you to select a scene to edit or create using the fixture s on board scene memory To used this menu option you need to have the user mode for the desired scene already selected see Setting the User Type USER on page 30 To select a scene to create or edit Add 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display PRSTI 2 Scroll to the PRST menu Press Enter to select EoI T 3 Scroll to the EDIT menu Press Enter to select NL 4 Scroll to t
112. robe boosted with the Light Burst effect and a mechanical douser for smooth fade to black The Studio Command 1200 700 models uses 14 channels on a DMX link The Studio Command H model offers a Tungsten source and works with standard theater dimming racks The H model requires 13 DMX channels plus one channel dedicated to the dimmer All Studio Command fixtures provide an option for standalone programming and support TalkBack technology that allows any DMX console supporting TalkBack protocol to remotely access the Studio Command onboard menu system Model Comparison Studio Command 1200 Studio Command 700 Studio Command H Input Voltage 200 230 V 100 230 V 100 230 V Lamp 1200 MSR 700 MSR 1000 W Color Temperature 5900 K 5600 K 3200 K Fixture Output 15 000 lumens 11 000 lumens 5 500 lumens 7200 K MSR 1200 2 and MSR 700 2 lamps are approved alternatives Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Studio Command Features Fixture All Models 540 pan 240 tilt Optical encoders to automatically correct the beam s position if the fixture s head is jarred from its programmed position Shutter construct parameters including ramp snap and synchronous strobing functions Time code synchronization in stand alone mode via master slave links to any combination of xSpot Xtreme Technobeam Studio Spot Studio Color Studio Color 250 Studio Spot 250 Studio Beam
113. s 1 25 seconds Home Remotely homes the fixture Lamp On Remotely restrikes the fixture s lamp Lamp Off Remotely extinguishes the fixture s lamp Remotely deactivates the fixture When a fixture is Commands must be sent shut down the lamp is extinguished power to the for 5 seconds Shutdown motors is disabled and the LED display reads SHUT DOWN If a fixture is in shutdown mode you must home the fixture to bring it back into operation Lamp Assisted Periodic and Random strobe functions are lamp The shutter does not have Strobes assisted Ramp functions are not lamp assisted to be set to 0 for Lamp functions Studio Command H Control Setting Description Notes Safe Disables all Control settings for normal operation The Control channel should not be crossfaded Pan amp Tilt Sets Pan amp Tilt MSpeed to off The Control channel Command is sent MSpeed Off should not be crossfaded instantaneously Display Off Sets display to off Display Dim Dims display characters Commands must be sent for Display Bright Brightens the display characters 1 25 seconds Home Remotely homes the fixture Remotely deactivates the fixture When a fixture is shut down the lamp is extinguished power to the motors is Shutdown disabled and the LED display reads SHUT DOWN i Commands must be sent for anm 5 seconds a fixture is in shutdown mode you must home the fixture to bring it back into operation
114. s Before another boost or lightning effect can occur the shutter channel must be moved to either closed or open or the control channel must be moved outside the lamp function range Boost functions to black will boost the lamp for the specified time then close the shutter Boost functions to white will boost the lamp for the specified time then leave the shutter open with the lamp dimmed When lightning functions are selected the dim channel scales the overall brightness of the lightning stroke Dim at 255 will yield maximum brightness Close 0 23 0 9 00 17 Periodic lamp strobes 24 49 9 19 18 31 Random random lamp strobes 50 75 20 29 32 4B Synchronous random lamp strobes 76 101 30 40 4C 65 Boost lamp1 0 second black 102 105 40 41 66 69 Boost lamp 75 second black 106 109 42 43 6A 6D 10 Shutter Boost lamp 66 second black 110 113 43 44 6E 71 cont Boost lamp 5 second black 114 17 45 46 72 75 Boost lamp 33 second black 118 121 46 47 76 79 Boost lamp 25 second black 122 127 48 50 7A 7F Boost lamp 1 0 second white 128 131 50 51 80 83 Boost lamp 75 second white 132 135 52 53 84 87 Boost lamp 66 second white 136 139 53 55 88 8B Boost lamp 5 second white 140 143 55 56 8C 8F Boost lamp 33 second white 144 147 56 58 90 93 Boost lamp 25 second white 148 153 58 60 94 99 Lightning strike 1 154 157 60 62 9A 9D Lightning strike 2 158 161 62 63 9E A1 Lightning strike 3 162 165 64 65
115. s Enter to select di5P 3 Scroll to the DISP option Press Enter to select The alphanumeric display runs through its self test 4 Press Menu to exit the test Changing Encoder Operation ENCD This menu option to disable the encoders which work to automatically correct the fixture s pan and tilt position if the fixture is moved from its programmed position Use this option when performing maintenance to prevent the fixture from repeatedly trying to correct its position To enable disable the encoders AddR 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display TEST 2 Scroll to the TEST menu Press lt Enter gt to select EN e 3 Scroll to the ENCD option Press lt Enter gt to select ON 4 Scroll to ON to enable the encoders or OFF to disable the encoders mms 5 Press Enter to store OFF Studio Command Series User Manual 35 CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Information Menu INFO The I nformation menu allows you to view current fixture information such as internal temperature lamp hours fixture hours lamp strikes software version DMX errors and DMX data for any other device on the link You can also reset the lamp hours lamp strikes and fixture hours The procedures below are listed in the same order shown on the menu map see Appendix D Menu Map Viewing Sensor Information SENS This menu option allows you to view whether a specified sensor is working correctly o
116. s 360 degrees Cyan Full Saturation 0 0 00 Cyan Open 255 100 FF Slow Rate 0 0 00 Fast Rate 255 100 FF 7 Magenta Magenta Full Saturation 0 0 00 Wheel Open 255 100 FF 8 Yellow Yellow Full Saturation 0 0 00 Wheel Open 255 100 FF Zoom Narrow 0 0 00 9 Zoom Zoom Wide 255 100 FF Studio Command Series User Manual 73 Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Value Value Value Channel Parameter Description dec 26 hex Close 0 23 0 9 00 17 Periodic Strobe Mechanical from 1 4Hz operation 24 27 9 10 18 1B Periodic Strobe Electronic from 5 33Hz operation 28 49 11 19 1C 31 Random Random Strobe 50 75 20 29 32 4B Synchronous Random Strobe 76 101 30 40 4C 65 Shutter Open 102 255 41 100 66 FF 10 Function Lamp Assisted Strobes Accessed when the Control channel range 134 137 The shutter functions are the same as in the normal shutter function range Periodic random random and random synchronous strobes are lamp assisted a a Conmrolcanmeiame eS Ss The shutter functions are the same as in the normal shutter function range Periodic random random and random synchronous strobes are lamp assisted eee eee The shutter functions are the same as the normal shutter function range Dimming is accomplished electronically lowering the lamp power Dimming will not go to black Strobes are mechanical and will go to black 11 Dim Close 0 0 00
117. signing a DMX Start Channel The DMX start channel identifies each fixture on a DMX link If you plan to control your fixtures with a DMX console or using synchronized preset playback you must assign a DMX start channel to each fixture on the link If you always plan to use the fixture in stand alone mode without a controller or synchronized preset playback you can skip this section There are 512 available channels on each DMX link These 512 channels are divided among all the devices on a particular link The number of channels a fixture requires on the link is the fixture s channel range Studio Command fixtures require a 14 channel range The DMX start channel is the first channel available to a fixture in its channel range To assign a DMX start channel access the fixture s menu system via the alphanumeric LED display and four menu navigation buttons on the fixture s front panel alphanumeric display gt lt Up gt arrow button scroll upward through menu items or options Downs arrow button scroll downward through menu items or options MENU M ENTER Jo Bw lt Menu gt button move back to the lt Enter gt button select the previous menu level curent menu item or option press and hold to enter the menu system The fixture s channel range must not overlap any other device s channel range on the link When two devices on the same DMX link have overlapping channel ranges one or both devices will
118. sing the lt Menu gt button until MENU appears on the display MENU is replaced after a few seconds with the default display cycling the fixture s software version fixture type and DMX start channel Note After you have accessed the menu system the words AUTO and LOCK appear briefly on the display after TOP as the fixture s software is locking the display Studio Command Menu Options The sections below explain how to access the fixture options shown in the fixture s menu map This manual uses the following conventions in the descriptions for menus and menu navigation buttons Example Meaning Press the appropriate LED display navigation button on the fixture For example the lt Button gt Enter button on the LED display panel Italics are used to indicate the appropriate menu selection you should choose from the Menu Option on board menu system For example the AddR menu option Address Menu AddR The DMX start channel identifies each fixture on a DMX link If you plan to control your fixtures with a DMX console or using synchronized preset playback you must assign a DMX start channel to each fixture on the link The Address menu allows you to change the DMX start channel that is currently assigned to the fixture Be sure you do not overlap fixture channel ranges when changing the DMX start channel For more information see Determining the DMX Start Channel on page 19 To change the DMX s
119. t values via a DMX console Agg R Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display PRSTI Scroll to the PRST menu Press Enter to select EdgIT Scroll to the EDIT menu Press Enter to select GNI Scroll to a scene number SNO1 SN16 t NI Select a Pan Value PAN b Press Enter to store E AN Scroll to the PAN parameter Press lt Enter gt to select 8 44S Scroll to a pan value from 49 9 to 49 9 in this example 30 5 Press lt Enter gt to store the selection Select a Tilt Value TILT E TL T Scroll to the TILT parameter Press Enter to select Q Scroll to the desired tilt value from 49 9 49 9 in this example 20 3 Press Enter to store the selection 60 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 5 General Maintenance 5 Locate and loosen the three lamp optimization screws A 6 Look at the wall where the beam is projected and use the three optimization screws to adjust the lamp s position within the fixture until the beam is at its maximum brightness and the light level is even across the beam or the hot spot of brightness is at the center of the beam Motor Gear Maintenance Lubricating the motor gears with each lamp replacement will significantly extend gear life Referring to the figure below 1 Unlatch and remove bezel 2 Remove 2 screws A and lift the Dim
120. tart channel HedeR 1 Press and hold Menu until AddR appears on the LED display Press Enter to select c00 2 Select a new DMX start channel C001 C497 The LED display flashes when a new option is selected d S 3 Press Enter to accept the new DMX start channel The LED display stops flashing when a new option is entered If you do not press Enter the new option you selected is not stored 22 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Preset Menu PRST Studio Command fixtures have 16 preset scenes for each of two user modes A and B for a total of 32 preset scenes Some Preset menu options can be accessed for either user mode However you must first set the fixture to User A or User B For more information see Setting the User Type USER on page 30 The Preset menu allows you to turn preset playback off or on view which scene is currently playing create edit a scene using the on board memory to program the fixture for standalone operation copy a scene from the on board memory to another scene and capture a scene from your DMX console to the on board memory This menu also allows you to enable the factory programmed preset sequence For a detailed example of using Preset programming for Scene creation Looping and Synchronizing Playback see page 42 Setting Preset Playback PLAY This menu option allows you to view which scene is currently playing in preset playback mode or tu
121. the Lamp Studio Command H Fixtures Only 1 Tilt the fixture s head to access the lamp cap and using a wide tip flat head screwdriver loosen but do not remove the two lamp assembly screws 2 Pull the lamp assembly straight out of the fixture The lamp assembly is connected to the fixture by lamp socket wires Support the lamp assembly while replacing the lamp Do not allow the lamp socket wires to support the weight of the lamp assembly 3 Remove all packaging materials from the new lamp Holding the new lamp by its ceramic base gently press the two base pins into the lamp socket until the lamp is firmly seated the lamp glass If the lamp glass is soiled by oil or B dirt from skin gloves etc clean the cold lamp l I i f Caution When handling the new lamp avoid contact with glass with an alcohol wipe A soiled lamp could overheat and burst causing damage to the fixture _al sre 10 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration 4 Insert the lamp assembly straight into the fixture and re tighten the lamp cover screws E Caution Make sure the lamp C N socket wires are not t _ wrapped around the r lamp or crimped while reinserting the lamp assembly 45 L T Mounting the Fixture Warnings Equipment suitable for
122. the self tests the lamp must be on If the lamp is off when you run the self test the LED will display LAMP to indicate that the lamp is not struck and the fixture will attempt to strike the lamp automatically Self tests run continuously until you until you press Menu to exit the test To perform a self test Hee 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display TEST 2 Scroll to the TEST menu Press Enter to select Scroll to the SELF menu Press lt Enter gt to select Scroll to the desired option listed above Press lt Enter gt to start the test The fixture will perform the selected self test 9r Rm m Press Menu to exit the test Placing the Fixture in Setup Mode S UP This menu item is used as part of the service procedure for replacing motor To place the fixture in setup mode dag 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display TEST 2 Scroll to the TEST menu Press Enter to select C LJE 3 Scroll to the S UP option 4 Press Enter When the LED displays SET NOW the fixture mechanically homes the dim flags amp u After mechanically homing press any button to reset and home the fixture 34 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Testing the L D Displau DISP To test the alphanumeric LED display Hee 1 Press and hold lt Menu gt until AddR appears on the LED display TEST 2 Scroll to the TEST menu Pres
123. tlet Because of the variety of attachment plugs used worldwide High End Systems Inc cannot make specific recommendations for the particular attachment plug you should use Contact a local authority if you are unsure which type of attachment plug you need to obtain Note that the cores in the mains lead are colored according to the following code e green and yellow earth e blue neutral brown live Studio Command Series User Manual 9 CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Warning Class 1 equipment This equipment must be earthed Installing an Attachment Plug U K Only In the United Kingdom the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug Therefore install an attachment plug in accordance with the following code The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the plug terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green yellow The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the lateral or coloured red Vigtig Fikker Heds Information Danmark Advarsel Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock Vigtigt Lederne med gul groen isolation maa kun tilsluttes en klemme maerket a eller L Installing
124. to the controller s DMX Data Out connector 2 Connect the Data cable s female XLR 3 pin Data Out connector to the Data In connector of the first 3 pin Data In or next fixture on the DMX link 5 pin Data In 5 pin Data Out Data cable connectors on 3 Continue linking the remaining fixtures he Studio Command 1200 700 fixture pani connecting a cable from the Data Out connector of each fixture to the Data In connector of the next fixture on the link 4 Connect a male terminator to the Data Out connector of the last fixture in the link For information on obtaining a terminator see Related Products and Accessories on page 4 5 pin Data In 5 pin Data Out Data cable connectors on the Studio Command H fixture panel DMX Termination Console Resistor YD Connecting to a DMX link using 5 pin connectors Studio Command Series User Manual 15 CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Standalone Fixture Linking To link one or more fixtures to a controller using either 3 pin or 5 pin XLR cables 1 Connect the male XLR connector of a DMX Data cable to the Data Out connector on the fixture addressed at DMX Start channel 1 2 Connect the cable s female XLR connector to the Data In connector of the next fixture on the DMX link 3 Continue linking the remaining fixtures connecting a cable from the Data Out connec
125. tor of each fixture to the Data In connector of the next fixture on the link 4 Connect a male terminator to the Data Out connector of the last fixture in the link For information on obtaining a terminator see the following section Fixture with DMX Start Channel 1 Linking without a controller using 5 pin data cables Caution Do not connect more than one Data In and one N Data Out connector to each fixture Terminating the Link You must install a 120 ohm 1 4 watt minimum terminator in the fixture s Data Out female cable connector in the last fixture on each DMX link If you plan to control your fixtures in stand alone mode with no controller on the link you must also install a female terminator in the Data In cable connector on the master fixture the fixture assigned to DMX start channel 1 A terminator will prevent data reflection which can corrupt the data communication on the link Use the following steps to construct a terminator at AB 1 Obtain and disassemble a 3 pin or 5 pin XLR er connector GATA VE 2 Solder a 120 ohm resistor minimum of 1 4 watt Se Setween pins Wo and three 3 pin terminator 5 pin terminator 3 Reassemble the XLR connector 700 model only 16 Studio Command Series User Manual CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Powering On the Fixture Warning This equipment is designed for connection to a branch circuit having a maximum overload protection of
126. ual Appendix A Studio Command DMX Protocol Channel Parameter Description ec ven hen Macro Off 0 5 0 2 00 05 Pan sweep small to large angle 6 62 2 24 06 3E Macro Off 63 65 25 25 3F 41 Tilt sweep small to large angle 66 122 26 48 42 7A 12 Ace 1 Macro Of 123 125 48 49 7B 7D Clockwise circle small to large 126 160 49 63 7E AO Macro Off 161 163 63 64 A1 A3 Counterclockwise circle small to large 164 198 64 78 A4 C6 Reserved 199 255 78 100 C7 FF Safe disables all Control settings 0 9 0 4 00 09 Pan amp Tilt MSpeed Off 10 19 4 7 0A 13 13 Control Display Off 20 28 8 11 14 1C Display Dim 30 38 12 15 1E 26 Display Bright 40 48 16 19 28 30 Home 60 68 24 27 3C 44 Shutdown send for 5 seconds 80 130 31 51 50 82 To be determined 131 255 52 100 83 FF Note 1 The pan and tilt coarse channels set the center position of the position macro The Mspeed channel is used to control the speed of the macros With the Mspeed set at the default value of DMX 0 4 all internal effects complete moves at approximately 2 5 seconds This provides a pleasing look for those customers that do not want the additional variation given by using the Mspeed channel With the Mspeed set between DMX 5 255 all internal effects complete moves at the selected Mspeed time up to 25 seconds Those fixture types that support On Board Programming also support the Internal Effe
127. urs Duae beg dde a S ane 49 Cyan Magenta and Yellow Parameters sssssssss nent ete e eee ee eee eeeeees 50 ZOOM Paramete tc Em 50 Shutter Function Parameter cccceee eect eee eee eee eee ee nemen nensem eene 50 Studio Command 1200 700 Models ceceeeeeee teeter eee Hn 50 Studio Command H Model cceeeeceeee oiiire IH memes 51 Dimi Parameter ep o 52 Studio Command Series User Manual MSpeed Motor Speed Parameter sss mene 52 Macro Pat almeteb i ended top seeds dead editur suu ari e tecu did ssa i clo La D nuUa 52 Gonttol Paratmietel repans iiini antaiia Une E AEE enc ade da dU ODE Ta RRE 53 Studio Command 1200 700 sssssssssssssssssse see e ehe hee nens 53 St dio Comitnahd blz uude rer n eet dedere nra podiucidia xe e rtdicee doas x ee i Re ei 53 Chapter 5 General Maintenance Replacing Parts ec 55 Replacing FUSES UTE PI 55 Replacing tne LAM pe 25 errat pendente neta ddahal we gata scadsisidalaliatnnenaneni MENS 58 Optimizing the Lamp euo etta torres etie e ctr d c Tras Ru 59 Motor Gear Maintenance ssssssssssesssssssses eese emen ene 61 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Alphanumeric Display Error Messages ssssssss meme 63 Status LEDS arraro EET 68 General Troubleshooting esssssssssssssesessesenene e ee enne nenemem nemen nnn 69 Upload and Crossload Troubleshooting ssesee eee teeta ea eae eeeeeeeeeeeeeees 71

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