High End Systems DL.3 User Manual
DL.3 Digital Light
with Collage™ Software
User Manual
© High End Systems, Inc. 2008, 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.
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Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the
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DL.3 User Manual
Software Release Version 1.4
September, 2008
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.
owned or licensed by High End Systems include:
Patents
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;
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
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;
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
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;
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
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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;
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
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;
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
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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;
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;
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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;
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
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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;
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
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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;
US
7,210,798; US 7,253,942; US D347,113; US D350,408; US D359,574; US D360,404; US D365,165;
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D366,712; US D370,080; US D372,550; US D374,439; US D377,338; US D 38 1,740; US D4 09, 771 ; AT E169413;
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0621495; EP 0655144; EP 0662275; EP 0767398; EP 0797503; EP 0969247; EP 1447702; ES 0621495;
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FR
GB
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GB
2307036B; GB 2316477B; IE 0621495; IT 034244BE; 2005; IT 0621495; IT 0655144; JP 3495373; JP 3793577;
0621495; NL 0797503; NL 0969247; UK 0621495; UK 0655144; UK 0662275; UK 0797503; UK 0969247;
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UK
1447702;
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Declaration of Conformity
according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45104
Manufacturer’s name: High End Systems, Inc.
Distributor’s 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
EN 55024
EN 61000-3-2 Class A
EN 61000-3-3
VCCI V-1/2001.04 Class A
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
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 noncompliant 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 dis eñ ados y fabricados para cumplir los requisitos de las reglamentaciones de seguridad de los Estados Unidos e internac ionales. Las modi ficaciones al prod ucto 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
Important: Informations De Sécurité
Les instructions se rapportant à la prote ction permanente contre les incendies, l’électrocution, excessif et aux
blessures corporelles se trouvent dans l’Annexe
monter ou d’utiliser cet équipement.
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
Sicherheitsanleitungen zum Schutz gegen Feuer, elektrischen Schlag, und Verletzung von Personen finden Sie
in Anhang
sorgfältig durchlesen.
Informazioni Importanti Di Sicurezza
Le istruzioni sulla protezione da incendi, folgorazione, e infortuni sono contenu te nell ’appendi ce E. Si pr ega di
leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare, montare e azionare l’apparecchiatura.
Informacion Importante De Seguridad
En el Apéndice E se encuentran instru cciones sobre protección c ontinua contra i ncendios, descarga elé ctrica, y
lesiones personales. Lea, por favor, todas las instrucciones antes del ensamblaje , montaje y operació n de este
equipo.
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E. Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating this equipment.
E. Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d’assembler, de
E. Vor der Montage, dem Zusammenbau und der Intbetriebnahme dieses Geräts alle Anleitungen
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.
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.
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 c hecked an d cleaned on a r egular basis. When u sed 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.
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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 purc hase
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 H igh End Syste ms must be packaged in a suitable manner to ens ure the
protection of such Product unit or parts, and s uch package shall b e clearly and prominent ly marked to i ndicate
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 probl em or malfunction. Ship returned Pro duct
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.
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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 , j ust as though it we re your car or some softw are code dev eloped by and b elonging t o 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 whenev er copyrig hted data is projected to audi ences, or for an y 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 appe ar in th e
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 th at 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, howev er, license you to sell this content sep arately fro m 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 e xperience in clear ing clips, talent, and music for use in any nu mber
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 info@suzyvaughan.com. 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 thou sands of dollars for a high ly desirab le 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 ......................................................................................... ............ 16 5
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 ....................................................................................... . 2 26
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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Appendix D: DL.3 Specifications
Mechanical ................................................................................................ 303
Electrical ........... ....................................................................................... 304
Computer .................................................................................................. 304
Projector ............................................................................................... .... 304
Environmental ........................................................................................... 305
Camera Module ......................................................................................... 305
Cables and Connectors .............................................................................. 305
Video Connectors: .................................................................................... 305
Peripheral/Network Connectors: ................................................................. 305
DMX and RS-485 Projector Link .................................................................. 305
Appendix E: Safety Information............................................................... 307
Appendice E: Importantes Informations Sur La Sécurité .................. ............... 308
Anhang E: Wichtige Hinweise Für Ihre Sicherheit .......................................... 309
Apéndice E: Información Importante De Seguridad .. ..................................... 310
Appendice E: Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza ....................................... 311
Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation ...................................................................... 311
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Chapter 1:
Product Overview
This chapter describes the features of the DL.3 fixture and the Content
Management Application software.
The DL.3 (Digital Light 3) fixture merges video projection and automated lighting technologies
with a DMX controllable digital media server housed in a mo ving yoke fixture. The built- in 32-bit
Graphics Engine utilizes Windows XP Embedded and DirectX application programming
interface to provide extensive image control of up to three 3-D graphic objects.
DL.3 fixtures use DMX512 protocol to control hardware functions like pan, tilt, as well as graphic
control of the internal media server. Media control functions include loading images and movies
and mapping them onto 3-D graphical objects. The internal graphics engine lets you manipulate
position, scale, and rotation; apply visual effects and color mix each graphic object. You can
create and control up to three of these objects and then apply globa l effects to the composite
image.
A DL.3 fixture provides an extensive library of over 1500 high-resolution lighting-optimized
video and still images and can accept SDI, S-Video and RGBHV formats from external sources.
The Collage Generator™ feature allows you to create seamless vertical, horizontal or central
panoramic media projections using multiple DL.2 and DL.3 units controlled from a lighting
console. Using multiple digital lighting fixtures allows you to increase effective screen
luminance.
The DL.3 fixture provides a fully equipped internal digital camera and IR illuminator to input live
video to its own graphic engine or to another DL.3 fixture or device. While combining camera
and light from the same source, the camera also features optical and digital zoom, frame rate
and invert effects as well as freeze frame, color negative and grayscale conversion effects.
The Content Management Application (CMA) software runs on your workstation or laptop
computer and communicates with other DL.3 fixtures as well as DL.2 fixtures and Axon media
servers over an Ethernet network. The CMA lets you remotely upload, move and clone content
files, configure fixtures, and upgrade software.
Features
System
• 6500 ANSI lumens output
• 2000:1 Contrast Ratio creates exceptional video black
• SDI, RGBHV and S-Video connections accept a wide range of media device inputs
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• Accessory Long Throw (2.4 - 4.3:1), Ultra Long Throw (4.3-6:1), and Wide Angle (1.3-
1.8:1) Zoom lenses are available to maximize fixture positioning options.
• Advanced filtration system reduces overall fixture noise
• Vertical lens shift capability reduces pixel loss due to keystone correction
• A royalty-free stock digital art collection features more than 1,500 lighting-optimized files.
• DL.3 software utilizes Windows XP Embedded and DirectX technology
• Powerful Content Management and Configuration software can remotely manage multiple
DL.3, DL.2, and Axon media servers over an Ethernet network
• Integrated Sony camera with Super HAD image sensor technology and infrared illuminator
provides live video input and output from fixture location.
• Allows importing of custom content including: 3D objects, media files, still images.
• DMX512 or Art-Net options for DMX console connection
• Provides remote software upgrade capability
Graphics Engine
• Supports simultaneous playback of three discrete media streams on separate 2D/3D objects
• Image Optimizing Controls let you adjust both Black Level and Contrast for each cue and for
each image
• 30 Object parameters give you graphic controls for each individual media stream including:
— A choice of multiple play modes and play speeds
— The ability to define any segment of a video loop including Scrub capability
— Multiple color mixing and visual effects that can be combined any way you choose
— Variable Opacity to allow for crossfading or dissolves between media streams
— Full control of image Rotation, Positioning and Scaling on X, Y and Z axes
— Visual Modes that let you control black level and contrast to optimize content
— Video input or camera capture you can apply to 2d/3d objects
• 35 Global parameters provide graphic controls to the composite image created by up to 3
media streams
— Collage Generator™ technology configures multiple media server outputs to display a
single image in arrays up to 8 x 8.
— Curved Surface Support corrects for shape distortions that occur when you project onto
surfaces that aren’t flat.
— Intensity overlays the opacity control to provide system-wide intensity level
— Overall image Color Mixing applied to composite media stream image
— Color Effects including edge colors allow for combined image color mixing
— Multiple Mask selections with edge fading and strobe effects
— Edge fading for creating montages
— Keystone correction on output projection
— Viewpoint controls provide ability to c hange viewing angle/perspective on images
• Multiple modes are available for synchronizing content playback on multiple media servers
linked through an Ethernet network.
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Content Management Application
• Available for Windows and Mac operating systems
• Communicates with other DL.3, DL.2, Axon media servers over an Ethernet network
• Uploads and downloads custom digital content to DL.3 fixtures
• Configures DL.3, DL.2 and Axon media servers
• Updates software including content, applications, and operating system to DL.3, DL.2 and
Axon media servers.
Hardware
• 17 Motion Parameters for mechanical fixture control include:
— Mechanical Iris adjustment to full black-out
— 400-degree Pan and 240-degree Tilt movement
— DMX control of projector zoom and focus
— DMX control of camera functions
• Integrated digital camera feeds digital video capture directly into the graphic engine that
provides:
— Optical + digital zoom to increase image up to 216×
— Options for 1-30 frame captures / sec
— Vertical and/or Horizontal image inversion
— Black and White, Color Negative and Freeze Frame effects
— White Balance including Red and Blue gain control
• Infrared illuminator allows video capture even in blackout settings
• Remote video input and output switching let you select live video from external source
including another DL.3 fixture’s camera feed.
• Full color display and menu functions
• Mechanical lens shift (107% vertical) to supplement software keystone correction.
• Powered by a Intel Core2 Duo 2.4 GHz processor with an ATI Radeon HD2900 Graphics Processor
and Decklink SDI Capture.
• Gigabit Ethernet for fast content uploading and multiple fixture synchronization
• Mounting system provides multiple orie ntation options
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Related Products and Accessories
The following table lists related products and accessories a vailable for the DL.3 fixture. For more
information, contact your High End Systems dealer/distributor (see
Systems®” on page -ii).
Part Description Part Number
Replacement lamp 55030085 EF
Replacement Standard Zoom lens 99310481
Accessory Long Zoom Lens kit 68060002
Accessory Wide Angle Zoom Lens kit 68060003
Accessory Ultra Long Zoom Lens kit 68060001
5-amp, slow-blow fuse 90403012
Replacement HEPA filter 80260021
Wholehog 3 lighting console 61020003
Hog iPC lighting console 74020001
Galvanized safety cable 12040001
Mega-Claw clamp 67040007
Male 5-pin DMX terminator 90404039
Heavy duty 5-pin XLR cable (10’) 55050017
Heavy duty 5-pin XLR cable (25’) 55050018
Heavy duty 5-pin XLR cable (50’) 55050019
Heavy duty 5-pin XLR cable (100’) 55050020
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Chapter 2:
Setup and Configuration
Hardware setup includes mounting, connecting to power and establishing
Ethernet and DMX links. Software setup includes launching the Content
Management Application (CMA) and configuring the fixture for DMX control.
Hardware Setup
The following steps make up the hardware setup for DL.3 fixtures:
1. Unpack DL.3 Media Server.
2. Install power cord cap if necessary for your location
3. Mount the fixture upright or suspended from a standard truss.
4. Connect to an Ethernet network linked to a computer or an Axon media server
running CMA software, and any other DL.3 or Axon units you wish to control via
the CMA.
5. Connect the fixture to a DMX controller via DMX cabling or an Art-Net box on the
Ethernet network.
6. Connect the fixture to power.
Unpacking the Fixture
Your DL.3 fixture ships in a road case specifically designed to protect the product during
transport. When unpacking, inspect both the outside of the fixture and the projector for physical
damage to components.
Your fixture ships with the following:
• One DL.3 fixture in road case
• Two mounting brackets
• One safety cable
• Documentation CD that contains
— CMA application
— User Manual in .pdf format
— Fixture software
— Recovery software image
High End Systems® assumes no responsibility for products that are damaged during transport.
Return a product for repair in its road case.
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.
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Hardware Components
Connection Ports
The DL.3 fixture’s back panel provides ports for:
• 5-pin DMX Data In and Data Out (see “Setting up a Standard DMX Link” on page 2-10
for more information).
• Ethernet to connect to other DL.3 fixtures and your computer running the Content
Management Application (CMA) software on a fixture link (see “Setting up an Ethernet
Fixture Link” on page 2-11).
•Two USB ports for connecting peripheral drives to assist with troubleshooting
• RGBHV, VGA and S-Video In options for video input.
• Camera Out provides S-Video input from output from the internal camera to another DL.3
fixture or other external video output device.
• Serial Digital Interface options for input from the internal camera to the media server
and output to another DL.3 fixture or other external video output device.
100-120 V;
50-60Hz; 7A
200-240 V;
50-60Hz; 3.5 A
S-Video Output
to another DL.3
fixture
Two USB ports
for peripherals
including hard drives
USB 1
USB 2
S-Video In
Receive LED
indicates DMX data
coming in
Transmit LED
indicates DMX data
going out
5-pin DMX512
Data In and
Data Out
VGA Input for
external source
Link LED indicates
hardware connection
via Ethernet
Activity LED indicates
CMA connection
Ethernet port to connect
DL.3 unit to fixture link
computer running CMA
SDI video OUT
RGBHV
input
for external
video source.
SDI video IN
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the fixture and voiding the warranty, do not
physically connect to the RGBHV and VGA inputs at the same time.
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CHAPTER 2
Pan and Tilt Locking
The DL.3 fixture ships with pan and tilt latches locked. You can unlock/adjust these latches to
stabilize the fixture for mounting.
Tilt Lock
Tilt Lock Position Options
Tilt Position Options
Note: Disengage Pan and Tilt locks before operating the fixture.
Attaching a Power Cord Cap
The DL.3 fixture ships with an SJT power cord. Use the information in this section to replace the
power cord cap for locations with another electrical standard.
Because of the variety of power cord caps used worldwide, High End Systems, Inc. cannot make
specific recommendations for the power cord cap. Contact a local authority for the type of power
cord cap needed. When installing the power cord cap, note that the cores in the mains lead are
colored according to the following code:
• green and yellow = earth
• blue = neutral
• brown = live
Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only
In the United Kingdom, core colours in the mains lead of this equipment may not correspond
with the colored markings identifying the terminals in the fixture’s plug. In that case, install a
line cord cap according to the following code:
• Connect the green and yellow core to the plug terminal marked with the letter “E,” or by the
Pan Lock
earth symbol
• Connect the blue core to the terminal marked with the letter “N” or coloured black.
• Connect the brown core to the terminal marked with the letter “L” or coloured red.
or coloured green, or green and yellow.
WARNING:
Class 1 equipment - This equipment must be earthed.
Vatic Fitter Heads Information - Danmark
Advarsel: Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock.
Vigtigt!
Lederne med gul/groen isolation maa kun tilsluttes en klemme maerket
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Mounting the Fixture
You can mount DL.3 fixtures suspended from a support system (such as a truss) or freestanding
on its base.
WARNING!
Equipment suitable for dry locations only. Do not expose this
equipment to rain or moisture.
CAUTION!
Always use a secondary safety cable when mounting this
fixture.
Fixture must be installed and operated by trained personnel
only.
Maintain a minimum focus distance of 1.4 meters from a
1.4 m
combustible object.
Do not mount on a flammable surface.
Note: Due to the wide variety of possible lighting designs, High End
Systems cannot make specific mounting recommendations. Consider
the following procedure as a suggested guideline only.
Fog Machine Warning
Like all high quality video projection units, the DL.3 fixture must be kept protected from
excessive amounts of glycol fog, mineral oil, and smoke. DL.3 incorporates a two-stage air
filtering system with additional washable prefilters in the head and base housing to reduce
these risks to a minimum. However, you 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 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 to both glycol fog and mineral oil.
DL.3 is a highly complex and sensitive electro-optical device and care and thought in how it is
used, rigged, and positioned will maximize the product’s life and your investment.
Note: Failure to follow these guidelines and carry out regular maintenance
will void the warranty.
8 DL.3 Digital Light User Manual
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