PRESET 10 ARCHITECTURAL
OWNERS MANUAL
Doug Fleenor Design
396 Corbett Canyon Road
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 481-9599
Software Version 2.4
Manual Revision 6
January , 2013
$ Serial # 085000
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Preset 10 Architectural is a lighting control station capable of storing up to ten presets. These presets are recorded by
capturing the output of a DMX512 console. Each preset can then be assigned a unique fade time, from 0 to 999 seconds.
Presets are recalled by pressing one of the buttons.
System s can be created by using one or more stations and a power supply. The solid aluminum faceplate is designed to install
over a standard single gang electrical box. Connections to the Pres et 10 Architectural are power (2 wires) and DMX512 (3
wires). Power for the Preset 10 can be supplied from a variety of sources, including a 10V class 2 “doorbell” transformer.
The Preset 10 Architectural system can work in conjunction with a lighting console, automatically switching between preset
and console control. When the console generates a DMX512 signal the Preset 1 0 Architectura l goes off-line. The console then
operates normally. Upon loss of DMX512 from the console, the Preset 10 Architectural either returns to its pervious preset
or holds the last look (jumper selectable).
The Preset 10 system also comes in a portable version (model PRE10-P) that acts as a backup station for any DMX512 lighting
console or as a stand-alone DMX512 preset console.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Connector: Phoenix Contact MSTB series 5 position two part terminal block
Model: MSTB 2,5/5-ST-5,08 Order Number: 17 57 04 8
Connector pin out: (V) Supply voltage “hot”
(C) Supply common (internally tied to DMX512 common)
(+) DMX512 data +
( -) DMX512 data (C) DMX512 common
Input/Output Circuit: ESD protected EIA-485 transceiver (LT1785)
Indicators: Ten green preset indicator LEDs
One yellow Fade Time LED
One red Signal / Record LED
User controls: Ten preset push buttons
One recessed record push button
One recessed fade time push button
Option Jumpers: For a single station installation all jumpers should be installed. (see figure 1, page 5)
INSTALLED REMOVED
JP1 Recording Enabled Recording Disabled
JP2 Master Station Slave Station
JP3 Architectural Mode Portable Mode
JP4 Single Station Mode Multi Station Mode
Power input: 9 to 15 volts AC or DC, 200mA per station
(A 10 volt class 2 “doorbell” transformer is recommended for fixed installations)
Color: Black anodized with silver engraved nomenclature
Size : Faceplate: 4.5"h X 2.75"w X 0.2"d
Faceplate rear inset: 4.05"h X 2.4"w X 0.1"d
Electrical box m inim um inside dimensions: 3.5"h X 2.1"w X 1.25"d
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PRESET 10 ARCHITECTURAL - INSTALLATION
WIRING INFORMATION
Preset 10 Architectural is designed to use daisy-chain wiring topology. An alternative to the daisy-chain topology is the
star topology. To create a star, a bidirectional isolated splitter (model BiDi8) is required. Also note that a system may
contain multiple power supplies when voltage drop becomes a concern. Please give us a call if you have any questions.
CABLE COLOR FROM TO USE
120 Ohm Data Cable
1
Belden 9829 or
Equivalent
(2) #16 AWG
2
Stranded Wires
120 Ohm Data Cable
3
Belden 9829 or
Equivalent
(2) #16 AWG
4
Stranded Wires
120 Ohm Data Cable
5
Belden 9829 or
Equivalent
Shield
White/Blue Pin 2 TB1-2 Data Blue/White Pin 3 TB1-3 Data +
Black
Red Power TB1-5 Supply “hot”
Shield
White/Blue TB1-2 TB1-2 Data Blue/White TB1-3 TB1-3 Data +
Black TB1-4 TB1-4 Supply
Red TB1-5 TB1-5 Supply “hot”
Shield
White/Blue TB1-2
Blue/White TB1-3
5 Pin XLR Plate
Power Supply
PRE10 Master
PRE10 Slave
Pin 1
PRE10 Master
Common TB1-4 Supply
TB1-1
PRE10 Slave
TB1-1
Dimmer Cabinet
TB1-1 Common
TB1-1 Common
?
Common
?
Data -
?
Data +
POWER SUPPLY
The voltage provided to the Preset 10 Architectural must be between 9 and 15 volts AC or DC, 200mA per station. The Preset
10 Architectural has been designed to operate on a standard class 2 “doorbell” transformer. For example Ace Hardw are’s
model# ACE36483 10 volt 5 watt transformer.
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PRESET 10 ARCHITECTURAL - SETUP
FACEPLATE CONFIGURATION
Each Preset 10 Architectural has four jumpers, JP 1 through JP4, that select different m odes of operation. The factory default
is to have all jumpers installed.
JP1 W hen this jumper is installed on the MASTER faceplate recording of presets is enabled. W hen rem oved, the TIME
and RECORD buttons are disabled. The position of JP1 on a SLAVE faceplate has no affect.
JP2 When this jumper is installed the faceplate takes on the MASTER duty. The MASTER faceplate is responsible for
transmitting and receiving DMX512, storing presets, and communicating with SLAVE faceplates. When removed, the
faceplate takes on the SLAVE duty. A SLAVE faceplate communicates button presses and mimics the state of the
LEDs on the master faceplate.
JP3 When the jumper is installed the Preset 10 operates as an architectural preset station. When this jumper is removed
the Preset 10 operates as a console backup/portable station. This jumper modifies the personality of the Preset 10
software.
JP4 When this jumper is installed it enables SINGLE STATION MODE. In this mode the faceplate will not send any
"alternate start code" packets. When this jumper is removed it enables MULTI STATION MODE. This allows the
alternate start code packets required for master/slave station operation. If your system contains only one Preset 10,
there is no need to remove the jumper.
MASTER AND SLAVE SELECTION
In a system with more than one faceplate only one MASTER is allowed. To modify faceplate to become a MASTER which can
support SLAVE stations, the shunt located at JP2 should be installed and the shunt at JP4 should be removed. For safe
keeping place the shunt over only one of the pins at JP4.
(Figure 1)
To modify a faceplate to become a SLAVE the shunts located at JP2 and JP4 should be removed. For safe keeping place the
shunt over only one of the pins at JP2 and JP4.
(Figure 2)
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PRESET 10 ARCHITECTURAL - OPERATION
INDICATORS
GREEN LED
ON = CURRENTLY SELECTED PRESET
FLASHING = TIME SETTING MODE SELECTED FOR THIS PRESET
YELLOW LED
ON = PRESET FADE IS IN PROGRESS
FLASHING = TIME SETTING MODE SELECTED
RED LED
ON = STATION LOCKED OUT / RECEIVING DMX512 FROM EXTERNAL CONSOLE
FLASHING = RECORD MODE ACTIVE
GREEN LED YELLOW LED RED LED STATE
OFF OFF OFF UNIT NOT POWERED
OFF OFF ON RECEIVING DMX512
PRESET 10 IS LOCKED OUT FROM TRANSMITTING
OFF OFF FLASHING RECORD MODE ACTIVE
CURRENT LOOK WILL BE STORED TO THE NEXT PRESSED PRESET
FLASHING FLASHING OFF TIME SETTING MODE ACTIVE FOR SELECTED PRESET
ON OFF OFF PRESET 10 TRANSMITTING DMX512
NO DMX512 INPUT
ON ON OFF PRESET 10 TRANSMITTING DMX512
CURRENTLY FADING FROM PREVIOUS PRESET
RECORDING PRESETS
In order to set the individual dimmer levels recorded to a preset, the Preset 10 must be connected to a DMX512 source.
When less than 512 dimmer levels are received, a level of 0% will be stored for all channels above those received.
Note:
! For predictable results, avoid recording when the DMX512 levels are changing.
! Recording of presets must be done from the M ASTER faceplate
1.
2.
3.
4.
Repeat steps 1 through 4 until you have recorded as m any presets as required, up to ten total.
Using the primary DMX512 console, set a “look” to be recorded.
Using a small blunt object (i.e. paper clip), depress the RECORD MODE recessed button located next to the RED
LED. The RED LED will begin to flash. If you decide after depressing the RECORD MODE button that you do not
wish to make an edit, depress the RECORD MODE button a second time. No changes will have been made.
Depress the PRESET SELECT button adjacent to the preset number you wish to record. The adjacent GREEN LED
will illuminate as you depress the button. (Example: press the upper most left button to store preset 1)
Upon releasing the PRESET SELECT button, the RED LED will no longer flash. This Indicates recording is complete.
PRESET NUMBER 10 (OFF) - SPECIAL FUNCTION
When the levels stored in preset num ber 10(OFF) are all zeros a special function is enabled. W hen pres et 10(O FF) is
selected and the crossfade has completed the Preset 10 will stop sending DMX512. By ending DMX512 transmission, many
moving lights and dimming systems will enter their standby mode. This feature can be disabled by recording any non-zero
level on any channel into preset number 10(OFF).
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RECORDING PRESET CROSSFADE TIME
A crossfade is a fade where the new preset levels entirely replace the previous levels. Each of the ten presets can have
its own unique crossfade time. Crossfade times default to two seconds.
Note:
! Crossfade times range from a minimum of 0 second to as maximum of 999 seconds(16 Min., 39 Sec.).
! Crossfade times can not be set while the Preset 10 is locked out (red LED is illuminated).
To enter a crossfade time:
1. Disconnect the Preset Ten from any DMX512 source.
2. Press the button of the preset you wish to edit. The GREEN preset indicator LED will illuminate.
3. Using a small blunt object (i.e. paper clip), depress the TIME SETTING MODE recessed button located adjacent
to the yellow LED indicator. The green indicator LED adjacent to the preset you selected to edit and the yellow
time LED will now flash. You will have ten seconds to set the crossfade time. If you decide after depressing the
TIME SETTING MO DE button that you do not wish to make an edit simply wait 10 seconds or depress the TIME
SETTING MODE button a second time. No changes will have been made.
4. Enter the time in seconds using the PRESET SELECT buttons. Use PRESET SELECT button 10(OFF) to enter
a zero. (i.e. 120 seconds is entered by pressing PRESET SELECT button 1 followed by 2 then O FF). T he time
setting command is completed by one of three methods:
a. Enter a three-digit time. The TIME SETTING MODE will exit upon the entry of the third digit. The GREEN
preset indicator LED will illuminate steadily and the yellow LED will go off indicating success. A one or two
digit time may be entered with leading zeros (i.e. five seconds as 005 or OFF, OFF, 5).
b. Enter a one or two digit time followed by pressing the TIME SETTING MODE button. The GREEN preset
indicator LED will illuminate steadily and the yellow LED will go off indicating success.
c. Enter a one or two digit time and wait for ten seconds for the time setting mode to exit automatically. The
GREEN preset indicator LED will illuminate steadily and the yellow LED will go off indicating success.
PLAYBACK OF PRESETS
Presets can be played back in one of two ways, a crossfade to a static preset or an autofollow of all ten presets. A crossfade
is a change from the current preset to the newly selected one. The time taken to fade from the current preset to the new
preset is taken from the newly selected preset. Once the fade has completed, it will remain in that preset (static) until another
preset is selected. W hen the autofollow m ethod of playback is used, once the fade tim e of the currently fading preset is
completed the next preset is automatically selected.
To begin a crossfade between presets mom entarily press the preset select button of the preset you wish to play.
To begin autofollow of all ten presets, press and hold the preset select button of preset number 1 (approximately 5 seconds)
until all the LEDs flash once. Once the fade time of a preset is complete, the next preset will be selected automatically. When
preset number 10(OFF) has been reached the next preset to be selected will be preset number 1.
To exit autofollow momentarily press any preset select button.
Note:
! If a static preset is playing at the time power is lost Preset 10 will return to that preset when power is restored. The
fade will begin with all 512 channels at 0% and fade up in the time recorded to that preset.
! If the Preset 10 was in autofollow playback at the time power was lost, the Preset 10 will resume autofollow playback
beginning with preset number 1.
! To bypass unused presets in autofollow mode, set the crossfade time for those presets to 999 seconds. This means
the longest autofollow fade time is 998 seconds.
PRESET NUMBER 10 (OFF) - SPECIAL FUNCTION
When the levels stored in preset number 10(O FF) are all zeros a special function is enabled. W hen preset 10(OFF) is
selected and the crossfade has completed the Preset 10 will stop sending DMX512. By ending DMX512 transmission, many
moving lights and dimming system s will enter their standby mode. This feature can be disabled by recording any non-zero
level on any channel into preset number 10(OFF).
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