High End Systems DL.3 User manual

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DL.3 User Manual
Software Release Version 1.4
September, 2008
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Contacting High End Systems
®
Sales Department High End Systems, Inc.
2105 Gracy Farms Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
voice: 512.836.2242
fax: 512.837.5290
Toll Free: 800.890.8989
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
email: support@highend.com
World Wide Web: http://www.highend.com
Patents
This High End Systems product is protected by patents and pending patent applications.
Patents
owned or licensed by High End Systems include:
US 4,392,187; US 4,602,321; US 4,688,161; US 4,701,833; US 4,709,311; US 4,779,176; US 4,800,474;
US
4,962,687; US 4,972,306; US 4,980,806; US 5,010,459; US 5,031,078; US 5,073,847; US 5,078,039;
US
5,186,536; US 5,209,560; US 5,278,742; US 5,282,121; US 5,307,295; US 5,329,431; US 5,331,822;
US
5,367,444; US 5,402,326; US 5,414,328; US 5,426,576; US 5,430,629; US 5,432,691; US 5,454,477;
US
5,455,748; US 5,502,627; US 5,506,762; US 5,515,254; US 5,537,303; US 5,545,951; US 5,588,021;
US
5,590,954; US 5,590,955; US 5,640,061; US 5,647,662; US 5,691,886; US 5,702,082; US 5,728,994;
US
5,758,955; US 5,758,956; US 5,769,527; US 5,769,531; US 5,774,273; US 5,788,365; US 5,794,881;
US
5,795,058; US 5,798,619; US 5,806,951; US 5,812,596; US 5,823,661; US 5,825,548; US 5,828,485;
US
5,829,868; US 5,857,768; US 5,882,107; US 5,921,659; US 5,934,794; US 5,940,204; US 5,945,786;
US
5,953,151; US 5,953,152; US 5,969,485; US 5,980,066; US 5,983,280; US 5,984,248; US 5,986,201;
US
6,011,662; US 6,029,122; US 6,048,080; US 6,048,081; US 6,054,816; US 6,057,958; US 6,062,706;
US
6,079,853; US 6,126,288; US 6,142,652; US 6,142,653; US 6,172,822; US 6,175,771; US 6,188,933;
US
6,208,087; US 6,219,093; US 6,220,730; US 6,241,366; US 6,249,091; US 6,255,787; US 6,256,136;
US
6,261,636; US 6,278,542; US 6,278,545; US 6,278,563; US 6,288,828; US 6,326,741; US 6,327,103;
US
6,331,756; US 6,346,783; US 6,421,165; US 6,430,934; US 6,459,217; US 6,466,357; US 6,502,961;
US
6,515,435; US 6,523,353; US 6,536,922; US 6,538,797; US 6,545,586; US 6,549,324; US 6,549,326;
US
6,563,520; US 6,565,941; US 6,570,348; US 6,575,577; US 6,578,991; US 6,588,944; US 6,592,480;
US
6,597,132; US 6,600,270; US 6,601,974; US 6,605,907; US 6,617,792; US 6,621,239; US 6,622,053;
US
6,635,999; US 6,648,286; US 6,664,745; US 6,682,031; US 6,693,392; US 6,696,101; US 6,719,433;
US
6,736,528; US 6,771,411; US 6,775,991; US 6,783,251; US 6,801,353; US 6,812,653; US 6,823,119;
US
6,865,008; US 6,866,390; US 6,866,402; US 6,866,451; US 6,869,193; US 6,891,656; US 6,894,443;
US
6,919,916; US 6,930,456; US 6,934,071; US 6,937,338; US 6,955,435; US 6,969,960; US 6,971,764;
US
6,982,529; US 6,988,805; US 6,988,807; US 6,988,817; US 7,000,417; US 7,011,429; US 7,018,047;
US
7,020,370; US 7,033,028; US 7,048,838; US 7,055,963; US 7,055,964; US 7,057,797; US 7,073,910;
US
7,078,869; US 7,092,098; US 7,119,902; US 7,161,562; US 7,175,317; US 7,181,112; US 7,206.023;
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7,210,798; US 7,253,942; US D347,113; US D350,408; US D359,574; US D360,404; US D365,165;
US
D366,712; US D370,080; US D372,550; US D374,439; US D377,338; US D381,740; US D409,771; AT E169413;
CA
2142619; CA 2145508; CA 2245842; DE 22588.4-08; DE 621495; DE 655144; DE 69320175.4; DE 69322401.0;
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69331145.2; DE 69525856.7; DE 69734744.3; DE 797503; DK 0655144; DK 1447702; EP 0475082;
EP
0621495; EP 0655144; EP 0662275; EP 0767398; EP 0797503; EP 0969247; EP 1447702; ES 0621495;
FR
0621495; FR 0655144; FR 0662275; FR 1447702; GB 2043769B; GB 2055842B; GB 2283808B; GB 2290134B;
GB
2291814B; GB 2292530B; GB 2292896B; GB 2294909B; GB 2295058B; GB 2303203B; GB 2306887B;
GB
2307036B; GB 2316477B; IE 0621495; IT 034244BE; 2005; IT 0621495; IT 0655144; JP 3495373; JP 3793577;
NL
0621495; NL 0797503; NL 0969247; UK 0621495; UK 0655144; UK 0662275; UK 0797503; UK 0969247;
UK
1447702;
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Declaration of Conformity
according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45104
Manufacturers name: High End Systems, Inc.
Distributors name: High End Systems, Inc.
Distributor’s address: 2105 Gracy Farms Lane
Austin, Texas 78758 USA
Declares that the product:
Product Name: DL.3
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 >95%-0.5p, 30%-25p,>95%-250p
EN 61000-3-2 Class A
EN 61000-3-3
USA, Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Kenneth Stuart Hansen, Compliance Engineer
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Product 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 conçus et fabriqués conformément aux exigences des règlements
internationaux de sécurité. Toute modification du produit peut entraîner sa non conformité aux normes de
sécurité en vigueur.
Produktmodifikationswarnung
Design und Herstellung von High End Systems entsprechen den Anforderungen der U.S. Amerikanischen und
internationalen Sicherheitsvorschriften. Abänderungen dieses Produktes können dessen Sicherheit
beeinträchtigen und unter Umständen gegen die diesbezüglichen Sicherheitsnormen verstoßen.
Avvertenza Sulla Modifica Del Prodotto
I 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 Modificación Del Producto
Los productos de High End Systems están diseñados y fabricados para cumplir los requisitos de las reglamen-
taciones de seguridad de los Estados Unidos e internacionales. Las modificaciones al producto podrían afectar
la seguridad y dejar al producto fuera de conformidad con las normas de seguridad relevantes.
FCC Information
This equipment has been 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 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.
Important Safety Information
Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons are found in
Appendix
E. Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating this equipment.
Important: Informations De Sécurité
Les instructions se rapportant à la protection permanente contre les incendies, l’électrocution, excessif et aux
blessures corporelles se trouvent dans l’Annexe
E. Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d’assembler, de
monter ou d’utiliser cet équipement.
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
Sicherheitsanleitungen zum Schutz gegen Feuer, elektrischen Schlag, und Verletzung von Personen finden Sie
in Anhang
E. Vor der Montage, dem Zusammenbau und der Intbetriebnahme dieses Geräts alle Anleitungen
sorgfältig durchlesen.
Informazioni Importanti Di Sicurezza
Le istruzioni sulla protezione da incendi, folgorazione, e infortuni sono contenute nell’appendice E. Si prega di
leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare, montare e azionare l’apparecchiatura.
Informacion Importante De Seguridad
En el Apéndice E se encuentran instrucciones sobre protección continua contra incendios, descarga eléctrica, y
lesiones personales. Lea, por favor, todas las instrucciones antes del ensamblaje, montaje y operación de este
equipo.
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Symbols
The following international caution and warning symbols appear in margins throughout this manual to
highlight messages.
Fog Machine Warning
Like all high quality video projection units, DL.3 fixtures must be kept protected from excessive amounts of
glycol fog, mineral oil, and smoke. Digital lights incorporate advanced air filtering to reduce these risks to a
minimum; however, the user must follow these guidelines to ensure continued operation of the fixture:
Air filters (both fixture and projector) should be checked and cleaned on a regular basis. When used in
a closed or fixed environment where fog or haze is used, we recommend at least a weekly check.
Do not situate DL.3 fixtures in areas of high fog density such as directly in front of a fog machine or
mineral oil hazer.
Minimize the exposure of DL.3 fixtures to both glycol fog and mineral oil.
Digital lights are highly complex and sensitive electro-optical devices and care and thought in how it is used,
rigged, and positioned will maximize the product’s life and your investment.
Failure to follow these guidelines and carry out regular maintenance will void the warranty.
Packaged Media Notice:
Any use of this product other than consumer personal use in any manner that complies with the
MPEG-2 Standard for encoding video information for packaged media is expressly prohibited
without a license under applicable patents in the MPEG-2 patent portfolio, which license is
available from MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 Steele Street, Suite 300, Denver Colorado 80206.
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.
WARNING: This symbol appears adjacent to potential
fire hazard 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 on a
flammable surface.
This symbol indicates that, while operating, equipment
surfaces may reach very high temperatures. Allow the
fixture to cool before handling.
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Warranty Information
Limited Warranty
Unless otherwise stated, your product (excluding the lamp) is covered by a one year parts and labor limited
warranty. The lamp warranty for Christie projectors is 120 days or 500 hours whatever comes first. 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.
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.
Freight
All shipping will be paid 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 OTHER THAN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATED ABOVE. 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 FAILURE OF ANY PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION,
WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), 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 specific to your
locality.
DL.3 Digital Light User Manual vii
What You Should Know About Copyright
The following FAQ can help you understand copyright laws and how they apply to content used
with the DL.3 fixture
By Suzy Vaughan Associates for High End Systems.
I want to use a film clip from “When Harry Met Sally” in a promotional piece advertising my
services. What do I have to do to be able to do that?
First of all, you need to obtain permission to use the clip from its owners. The clip is considered intellectual
property, just as though it were your car or some software code developed by and belonging to Microsoft. This
is because the U.S. Copyright Act gave creators of literary works (which include books, films, television
programs, art works, still photos and musical compositions and recordings) the right to sell or license these
works and to make money from them for the period of the copyright.
But what about public domain material? I heard that lots of material is in the public domain and
can be used for free.
Once the copyright runs out, the creative work falls into the public domain and can be used freely by anyone
without payment or licensing. If the work is not public domain, it is considered literary property. The
Copyright Act provides substantial penalties for copyright infringement ranging from $10,000 for accidental
infringement to $250,000 for willful infringement. However, contrary to popular belief, there really is not that
much material in the public domain so this approach will limit you creatively.
What if I want to use a clip in a public performance? It's not being filmed or taped. Surely I don't
need permission for that?
Public gatherings require clearance whenever copyrighted data is projected to audiences, or for any use other
than just personal viewing. Concerts, trade shows, industrial shows, parties and raves are all examples of
public performance and permission must be obtained.
Suppose I want to use a still photo or a magazine cover or a television clip? Do I have to obtain
permission for them too?
Yes, they are also copyrighted works, whose owners must grant a license for their usage.
Do I need any other permissions to use this material?
In many cases you do. You may need to obtain permission to use the appearance of actors who appear in the
clip as well as pay the writers and directors of the film that your clip comes from.
What about music? I hear you can use 8 bars for free.
8 bars for free is a fallacy that has been passed around as a fact for a long period of time. However, it isn't
true. Both musical compositions and records require licensing and payment.
What about High End Systems material included with the DL.3 fixtures and Axon Media Servers?
Do I have to clear that?
No. High End Systems has worked to provide clearance for the content that is provided. Any materials you
received directly from HES with the purchase of a new DL.3 have already been properly licensed for your use
in shows and presentations. That does not, however, license you to sell this content separately from your unit.
Also, please be sure that any new content you obtain from outside sources is properly cleared for public
presentation.
This sounds really difficult and I don't know how to do it? What do I do to properly license
copyrighted material?
You need to consult with a Content Clearing House or with a properly licensed Intellectual Property Attorney.
Content clearinghouses are typically less expensive to work with and have well established industry relations
that can result in cost savings. High End Systems uses and highly recommends Suzy Vaughan Associates.
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Suzy Vaughan Associates has 20 years of experience in clearing clips, talent, and music for use in any number
of venues. Their clients include Barbara Streisand, Michael Jackson, and The Emmys among other shows.
You can obtain more information about Suzy Vaughan Associates' services by calling 818-988-5599 or
emailing [email protected]. Their website is www.suzyvaughan.com. Suzy Vaughan is also an attorney
specializing in intellectual property issues.
How much does it typically cost to license copyrighted material?
The answer depends entirely on what material you want to use and how you plan to use it. Prices can range
from hundreds of dollars for photography content to thousands of dollars for a highly desirable film/video clip.
Since price is content-sensitive, the best thing to do is to contact a clearinghouse like Suzy Vaughan
Associates and let them find out for you.
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Table of Contents
Contacting High End Systems® ...................................................................... ii
Patents ....................................................................................................... ii
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................. iii
Product Modification Warning ........................................................................ iv
FCC Information .......................................................................................... iv
Important Safety Information ........................................................................ iv
Symbols ......................................................................................................v
Fog Machine Warning ....................................................................................v
Packaged Media Notice: .................................................................................v
Warranty Information ................................................................................... vi
What You Should Know About Copyright .........................................................vii
Chapter 1: Product Overview
Features ........................................................................................................ 1
System .......................................................................................................1
Graphics Engine ...........................................................................................2
Content Management Application ....................................................................3
Hardware ....................................................................................................3
Related Products and Accessories ................................................................. 4
Chapter 2: Setup and Configuration
Hardware Setup ............................................................................................ 5
Unpacking the Fixture ...................................................................................5
Hardware Components ..................................................................................6
Connection Ports .......................................................................................6
Pan and Tilt Locking ...................................................................................7
Attaching a Power Cord Cap ...........................................................................7
Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only ..........................................................7
Vatic Fitter Heads Information - Danmark .....................................................7
Mounting the Fixture .....................................................................................8
Fog Machine Warning .................................................................................8
Mounting the Fixture Upright .......................................................................9
Truss Mounting .........................................................................................9
Linking DL.3 Fixtures .................................................................................. 10
Setting up a Standard DMX Link ................................................................ 10
Setting up an Ethernet Fixture Link ............................................................ 11
Linking Configurations .............................................................................. 11
Powering On the Fixture .............................................................................. 12
Homing the Fixture .................................................................................. 13
The DL.3 Menu Display Panel .................................................................... 13
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Software Setup ........................................................................................... 14
Installing and Launching the Content Management Application (CMA) ................ 14
Verifying and Upgrading Fixture and CMA Software ......................................... 15
Configuring DL.3 Fixtures ............................................................................ 16
Setup Configuration Using the Menu System ............................................... 16
Setup Configuration Using the CMA ............................................................ 17
DMX Control Setup ..................................................................................... 18
Patching the DL.3 Fixture to a Wholehog Console ......................................... 18
Viewing Output ....................................................................................... 18
Shutting Down the Fixture .......................................................................... 19
Recommended Shutdown Options ................................................................. 19
Placing Fixture in Road Case ........................................................................ 19
Chapter 3: The Digital Light Menu System
Menu Panel Components ............................................................................. 21
LCD Display Adjustment Buttons .................................................................. 22
LCD Display Power Button ........................................................................ 22
LCD Display Menu Options and Selection .................................................... 22
Navigating the Menu ................................................................................... 23
Menu Options .............................................................................................. 24
Menu Screen Descriptions ........................................................................... 27
DMX Tab ................................................................................................... 27
DMX_Control Screen ................................................................................ 27
DMX_Protocol Tab ................................................................................... 28
DMX_Protocol_Motion Screen .................................................................... 28
DMX_Protocol _Global Screen ................................................................... 28
DMX_Protocol _Obj Screens ...................................................................... 28
DMX_Raw Screen .................................................................................... 29
Set Tab ..................................................................................................... 30
Set_Fixture Screen .................................................................................. 30
Set_Projector Screen ............................................................................... 31
File Tab ..................................................................................................... 33
Test Tab .................................................................................................... 34
Test_Home Screen .................................................................................. 34
Test_Self Test Screen .............................................................................. 34
Info Tab .................................................................................................... 35
Info_Hours ............................................................................................. 35
Info_Version Screen ................................................................................ 35
Info_Status Tab ...................................................................................... 35
Reset Screen ............................................................................................. 36
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Chapter 4: DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start
DMX Programming Overview ...................................................................... 37
DMX512 Links ............................................................................................ 37
8-bit vs. 16-bit DMX Parameters ................................................................... 37
Determining a DMX Start Channel ................................................................. 38
Protocol Levels ........................................................................................... 39
DL.3 and DL.2 Protocol Levels ................................................................... 39
Axon Protocol Levels ................................................................................ 40
Lighting Console Tips .................................................................................. 41
Fixture Libraries: ........................................................................................ 41
Patching Digital Light Fixtures and Axon Media Servers .................................... 41
DMX Output Displays .................................................................................. 41
Wholehog III Programming Notes .............................................................. 42
Play Speed ................................................................................................ 42
Mask Strobe .............................................................................................. 42
Play Modes (Opacity) .................................................................................. 42
CMY .......................................................................................................... 42
Control Channel Functions ........................................................................... 42
Quick Start with a Wholehog Console ......................................................... 43
Chapter 5: Tutorials
Fixture Set-up (DL.3 and DL.2 Media Servers) ............................................ 45
Lesson 1: Cross Fading Between Graphic Objects ....................................... 46
Define Graphic Object 1 ........................................................................... 46
Add the DL.2 logo as Graphic Object 2 ....................................................... 46
Define Graphic Object 3 ........................................................................... 46
Create Crossfade Cues ............................................................................. 46
Lesson 2 - Working with Multiple Graphic Objects ...................................... 47
Apply Transparency Effects .......................................................................... 47
Lesson 3 - Girt, the Fire Breathing Lizard .................................................... 48
Define Graphic Object 1 .......................................................................... 48
Define Graphic Object 2 ........................................................................... 48
Define Graphic Object 3 ........................................................................... 49
Lesson 4: 3-D Objects, Rotation, Wobbulation, and Glow. ........................... 50
Define Graphic Object 1 ........................................................................... 50
Define Graphic Object 2 ........................................................................... 50
Adjust this effect with the Modifier parameters. ........................................... 51
Lesson 5: Viewpoint .................................................................................... 52
Define Graphic Object 1 ........................................................................... 52
Define Graphic Object 2 ........................................................................... 52
Define Graphic Object 3 ........................................................................... 52
Apply a Global Solarize Effect .................................................................... 53
Adjust Global Viewpoint Mode ................................................................... 53
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Chapter 6: Graphics Engine Overview
Protocol Options ......................................................................................... 55
Image Optimizing Controls ......................................................................... 55
Graphics Control Hierarchy ......................................................................... 56
Graphics Engine Function Flow ..................................................................... 57
Graphics Engine Functions .......................................................................... 58
Object Graphic Functions ............................................................................. 58
Global Functions ......................................................................................... 58
Making Graphics Effect Choices ................................................................... 58
Chapter 7: Graphic Functions: Defining Content
Selecting Content ........................................................................................ 59
How Content is Organized ............................................................................ 59
Selecting Content ....................................................................................... 59
Content Selection Parameters ..................................................................... 60
Object ....................................................................................................... 60
Media Folder .............................................................................................. 61
Media Folder Descriptions. ........................................................................ 61
Media File .................................................................................................. 62
Defining a Media File Segment .................................................................... 63
In Frame and Out Frame Parameters ............................................................ 63
Segment Selection Examples ....................................................................... 63
Defining Playback ....................................................................................... 64
Playback Mode ........................................................................................... 64
Playback Speed .......................................................................................... 65
Chapter 8: Graphic Functions: Rotation, Position, Scale
Rotating a 3-D Object ................................................................................. 67
Rotation Parameters ................................................................................... 69
X Rotation ................................................................................................. 69
Y Rotation ................................................................................................. 70
Z Rotation ................................................................................................. 71
Scaling the Object ....................................................................................... 72
X Scale ..................................................................................................... 72
Y Scale ..................................................................................................... 73
Z Scale ..................................................................................................... 74
Changing Object Position ............................................................................ 75
X Position .................................................................................................. 75
Y Position .................................................................................................. 76
Z Position .................................................................................................. 77
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Chapter 9: Graphic Functions: Opacity and Effects
Opacity ....................................................................................................... 79
Visual Mode ................................................................................................. 80
Visual Mode Options .................................................................................... 82
Color to B/W .............................................................................................. 82
Content Optimization .................................................................................. 82
Chroma Shift ............................................................................................. 83
Drop Shadow ............................................................................................. 84
Exposure Control ........................................................................................ 85
Faux LED ................................................................................................... 86
Faux Tile ................................................................................................... 87
Film Roll .................................................................................................... 88
Fire Gradient .............................................................................................. 88
Fuzzifier .................................................................................................... 89
Gray maker 1 ............................................................................................. 90
Gray maker 2 ............................................................................................. 91
Invert Black and White, Keep Color ............................................................... 92
Negative Art .............................................................................................. 93
Pan and Scan ............................................................................................. 94
Pixelate ..................................................................................................... 95
Posterizer .................................................................................................. 96
Push to Red ............................................................................................... 97
Push to Sepia ............................................................................................. 98
ShakeNBake .............................................................................................. 99
Texture Mixing ........................................................................................... 99
Zoom Blur ................................................................................................. 99
Effect 1 Mode and Effect 2 Mode ............................................................... 100
Chapter 10: Graphic Functions: Synchronizing Content
Synchronization Overview ........................................................................ 105
Fixture Identification ................................................................................. 105
Playback Timing ....................................................................................... 105
Synchronization Parameters ..................................................................... 106
Sync To ................................................................................................... 106
Sync Mode ............................................................................................... 106
Chapter 11: Global Functions
Global Intensity ........................................................................................ 107
Global Effect Mode 1 and Effect Mode 2 ..................................................... 108
Global Control ........................................................................................... 112
Shutdown and Reset Options ...................................................................... 112
Four-in-One Control Option ........................................................................ 112
On-Screen Frame Statistics ........................................................................ 113
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Masking Control ........................................................................................ 114
Mask Shape Select and Strobing ..................................................................114
Mask Shapes .........................................................................................114
Strobing Mask Shapes .............................................................................114
Mask Size .................................................................................................115
Mask Edge Fade ........................................................................................116
Image Edge Fade ......................................................................................117
Keystone Correction Parameters ............................................................... 118
X Ratio ...................................................................................................... 119
Y Ratio ...................................................................................................... 119
Global Viewpoint Mode ............................................................................. 120
Perspective View, Spherical Coordinates .......................................................120
Perspective View, Cartesian Coordinates .......................................................120
Orthogonal View, Cartesian Coordinates .......................................................120
Viewpoint Position X ................................................................................. 121
Viewpoint Position Y ................................................................................. 121
Viewpoint Position Z (Zoom) .................................................................... 121
Chapter 12: Global Functions: Collage Generator™ Effect................... 123
Panorama Collage™ Configurations ........................................................... 124
Computing Collage Specifications .................................................................124
Example ................................................................................................124
Central Panorama Collage Specifications ....................................................125
Horizontal Panorama Collage Specifications ................................................126
Vertical Panoramas Collage Specifications ..................................................128
Configuring the Collage Generator ............................................................ 131
Adjusting the Collage Array .........................................................................131
Collage Setup Example ...............................................................................133
Mapping a Collage to a Spherical Surface .................................................. 134
Spherical Mapping Setup Guide ...................................................................134
Before You Begin ....................................................................................134
Mapping Two Outputs to a Sphere ............................................................134
Spherical Mapping Tips ............................................................................136
Creating Custom Content for the Collage Generator Effect ........................ 137
Collages Using Live S-Video Input ............................................................ 137
Chapter 13: Effect Mode Options Descriptions ...................................... 139
Effect Mode Color Options ......................................................................... 140
All or Nothing ............................................................................................140
Background Color ......................................................................................140
Background Color Cycle ..............................................................................140
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Chromakey .............................................................................................. 141
Chromakey Coarse ................................................................................ 141
Chromakey Fine .................................................................................... 141
Chromakey Medium ............................................................................... 141
Modifier Parameters ............................................................................... 141
Chromakey, Inverse .................................................................................. 142
Chromakey Coarse, Inverse .................................................................... 142
Chromakey Fine, Inverse ........................................................................ 142
Chromakey Medium, Inverse ................................................................... 142
Modifier Parameters ............................................................................... 142
CMY ....................................................................................................... 143
CMY Add All Pixels .................................................................................... 143
CMY Add Non-black Pixels .......................................................................... 143
Color Cycle .............................................................................................. 144
Color DeConverge ..................................................................................... 144
Colorize Gray Scale ................................................................................... 144
Color to Alpha .......................................................................................... 145
Color to Alpha, Inverted ............................................................................ 145
DotP and Resample ................................................................................... 145
Edge Fade Color ....................................................................................... 145
Glow ....................................................................................................... 146
Glow Color Cycle ...................................................................................... 146
Intensity Key ........................................................................................... 146
Mask Color .............................................................................................. 147
Mask Color and Edge Fade Color ................................................................. 147
RGB Add, All Pixels ................................................................................... 147
RGB Add2, All Pixels ................................................................................. 148
RGB Add to Non-black Pixels ...................................................................... 148
RGB Invert .............................................................................................. 148
RGB Invert and Swap to BRG ..................................................................... 149
RGB Invert and Swap to GBR ..................................................................... 149
RGB Scale ............................................................................................... 149
RGB Swap to BGR ..................................................................................... 150
RGB Swap to BRG ..................................................................................... 150
RGB Swap to GBR ..................................................................................... 150
RGB Swap to GRB ..................................................................................... 151
RGB Swap to RBG ..................................................................................... 151
Scan Line ................................................................................................ 151
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Solarize ...................................................................................................152
Solarize 1 ..............................................................................................152
Solarize 2 ..............................................................................................152
Solarize 3 ..............................................................................................152
Solarize 4 ..............................................................................................152
Solid Color RGB .........................................................................................152
Geometric Effect Options .......................................................................... 153
Cartoon Edge ...........................................................................................153
Collage Generator ......................................................................................153
Chroma Shift ............................................................................................154
Curved Surface Support .............................................................................154
Downward Vertical Streaks .........................................................................156
Drop Shadow ............................................................................................157
Edge Detect Black and White ......................................................................157
Edge Detect Color ......................................................................................158
Faux LED ..................................................................................................158
Faux Tile ..................................................................................................159
Film Roll ...................................................................................................159
Framing ................................................................................................... 160
Framing Shutter Emulation ......................................................................160
Fuzzifier ...................................................................................................162
Gaussian Blur ...........................................................................................162
Horizontal Mirror .......................................................................................163
Image Scale and Rotate .............................................................................163
Magnifying Lens ........................................................................................164
Magnifying Lens 2 ......................................................................................164
Mattes ..................................................................................................... 165
Pan and Scan ............................................................................................167
Picture in Picture .......................................................................................167
Pixelate ....................................................................................................168
Pixel Twist ................................................................................................168
Raindrop ..................................................................................................168
ShakeNBake .............................................................................................169
Sinewave, Circular .....................................................................................169
Sinewave, Circular w/X-axis Wobbulation ..................................................169
Sinewave, Circular w/Y-axis Wobbulation ...................................................169
Sinewave, Circular w/Z-axis Wobbulation ..................................................169
Sinewave, Horizontal .................................................................................170
Sinewave, Horizontal w/X-axis Wobbulation ...............................................170
Sinewave, Horizontal w/Y-axis Wobbulation ...............................................170
Sinewave, Horizontal w/Z-axis Wobbulation ...............................................170
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Sinewave, Vertical ................................................................................... 170
Sinewave, Vertical w/X-axis Wobbulation .................................................. 170
Sinewave, Vertical w/Y-axis Wobbulation .................................................. 170
Sinewave, Vertical w/Z-axis Wobbulation .................................................. 170
Slats ....................................................................................................... 171
Vertical Slats ........................................................................................ 171
Horizontal Slats ..................................................................................... 171
Spherical Mapping .................................................................................... 172
Spherical Mapping, Outside ..................................................................... 172
Spherical Mapping, Inside ....................................................................... 172
Modifier Parameter Adjustments .............................................................. 172
Texture Mixing ......................................................................................... 174
Texture Ripple, Asymmetrical Circular ........................................................ 175
Texture Ripple, Circular ............................................................................. 175
Texture Ripple, Horizontal .......................................................................... 176
Texture Ripple, Vertical ............................................................................. 176
Tiling ...................................................................................................... 177
Transparent Wipes.................................................................................... 177
Zoom Blur ............................................................................................... 178
Chapter 14: Fixture Motion Functions
Pan and Tilt ............................................................................................... 179
Dimmer ..................................................................................................... 179
Focus ........................................................................................................ 179
Zoom ......................................................................................................... 179
MSpeed (Motor Speed) .............................................................................. 180
Control Function Options .......................................................................... 180
Fixture Operations .................................................................................... 180
Projector Control ...................................................................................... 181
Control Parameter Projector Options ........................................................ 181
Using the Internal Projector’s Menu .......................................................... 182
Chapter 15: Live Video Input and Control
Live Video Sources .................................................................................... 183
Internal Camera ....................................................................................... 183
Other Video Sources ................................................................................. 183
Live Video Connection Options .................................................................. 184
Configuring the Video Input Source .......................................................... 184
S-Video ................................................................................................... 184
Serial Device Interface (SDI) ...................................................................... 185
Sending the Camera Feed to S-Video Camera Out ..................................... 185
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Controlling the Internal Camera Input ...................................................... 185
Camera Zoom ...........................................................................................185
Camera Focus ...........................................................................................186
IR Illuminator ...........................................................................................186
Camera Shutter ........................................................................................186
White Balance Mode ...................................................................................186
Orientation ...............................................................................................186
Camera Effects ..........................................................................................186
Chapter 16: Content Management Application (CMA).......................... 187
Launching the CMA ................................................................................... 188
Installing the CMA on Your Computer ...........................................................188
Launching the CMA on Axon ........................................................................189
Auto Discovery ..........................................................................................189
Fixture Identification ..................................................................................190
The Management Client Window ............................................................... 190
Viewing Server Identification Information .....................................................191
Client Window Content Organization ............................................................192
Preloaded Stock Content .........................................................................192
Custom User Content ..............................................................................192
Media Files ............................................................................................193
3D Object Files ......................................................................................193
Viewing Server Configuration Data ...............................................................194
Viewing Content ........................................................................................194
Viewing Folders ......................................................................................194
Viewing Files ..........................................................................................195
Managing User Content ............................................................................. 196
Naming and Deleting User Content Files and Folders ......................................196
Assigning DMX Values to User Content .........................................................196
Assigning DMX Values Automatically .........................................................196
Editing User Content DMX Values ..............................................................197
Valid DMX Values ...................................................................................197
Moving User Content Files and Folders ..........................................................198
Downloading Content from a Media Server to Your Local Drive .....................198
Uploading Content from Your Local Drive to a Media Server .........................199
Moving Files Between Fixtures ..................................................................199
Archiving User Content ............................................................................. 200
Using Local Archives to Prepare Content Offline .............................................200
Creating a Local Archive .............................................................................200
For CMA Running Windows XP ..................................................................200
For CMA Running Mac OS 10.4 .................................................................201
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Creating Content Backup Archive ................................................................ 201
Deploying a Content Archive ...................................................................... 201
Cloning User Content ................................................................................ 202
Deleting Content ....................................................................................... 203
DMX Summary .......................................................................................... 203
Upgrading Software .................................................................................. 204
Verifying Software Versions ....................................................................... 204
Upgrading the CMA Software ...................................................................... 204
Upgrading Server Software ........................................................................ 204
Viewing Server Configuration ................................................................... 206
Viewing Current Configuration of All Servers ................................................ 206
Viewing Individual Fixture Configuration Values ............................................ 207
DL.3 and DL.2 Media Server Configuration Options ................................... 208
Server Tab .............................................................................................. 208
DMX Settings ........................................................................................ 208
Fixture Info .......................................................................................... 208
Version Info .......................................................................................... 208
Misc ..................................................................................................... 208
Fixture Tab .............................................................................................. 209
Projector Settings .................................................................................. 209
Fixture Settings ..................................................................................... 209
Display Settings .................................................................................... 209
Projector Diagnostics ............................................................................. 210
Lamp Tab ............................................................................................... 210
Test/Reset Tab ......................................................................................... 210
Home/Reset .......................................................................................... 210
Self Tests ............................................................................................. 210
Axon Media Server Configuration Options ................................................. 211
Server Tab .............................................................................................. 211
DMX Settings ........................................................................................ 211
Fixture Info .......................................................................................... 211
Version Info .......................................................................................... 211
Misc ..................................................................................................... 211
Display Settings Tab ................................................................................. 212
Graphics Output Display Settings ............................................................. 212
Local CMA Display Settings ..................................................................... 212
Self Tests ............................................................................................. 212
Configuration Example .............................................................................. 213
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Chapter 17: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Pan and Tilt Locking .................................................................................. 215
Maintaining the Filtering System .............................................................. 216
Filter Warnings ..........................................................................................216
Cleaning and Replacing Filters .....................................................................216
Cleaning the Base Housing Filter ..............................................................217
Replacing the Fixture Filter ......................................................................217
Replacing the Lamp .................................................................................. 219
Removing the Projector ............................................................................ 220
Replacing the Lens .................................................................................... 221
Replacing the Fuse .................................................................................... 223
Cleaning or Replacing the Front Window .................................................. 223
Replacing Motor Driver Boards .................................................................. 224
Fixture Head Driver Board ..........................................................................224
Replacing Fixture Base Driver Board .............................................................225
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 226
Button Shortcut Commands ........................................................................226
Status Message Menu Display .....................................................................226
Button Action .........................................................................................227
Inactivity Timer ......................................................................................227
Supported Error/Warning Messages ..........................................................227
System State LEDs ....................................................................................228
Board LED States ......................................................................................229
General Troubleshooting Suggestions ...........................................................229
Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................................231
Chapter 18: Restoring the System
Hardware Requirements ........................................................................... 233
Performing the System Restore ................................................................ 233
Appendix A: DMX Protocol........................................................................ 237
Appendix B: MSpeed Conversion Table................................................... 299
Appendix C: Custom User Content
Preparing Custom Content ........................................................................ 301
Encoder Selection ..................................................................................... 301
Creating 3-D Objects ................................................................................. 302
Managing Custom Content ........................................................................ 302
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