High End Systems Pixelation Luminaire User Manual
StudioPix™ Pixelation Luminaire
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.
Trademarks used in this text: High End Systems, and Wholehog are registered trademarks; and SHOWPIX,
Echo, DMX Scratch, Internal Effect, the High End Systems globe logo and the Hog logo are trademarks of High
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StudioPix™ User Manual
October, 2008
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Contacting High End Systems
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Sales Department High End Systems, Inc.
2105 Gracy Farms Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
voice: 512.836.2242
fax: 512.837.5290
Toll Free: 800.890.8989
Customer Service High End Systems, Inc.
2105 Gracy Farms Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
voice: 800.890.8989
fax: 512.834.9195
toll free: 800.890.8989
email: support@highend.com
World Wide Web: http://www.highend.com
Patents
This High End Systems product is protected by patents and pending patent applications.
Patents
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;
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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;
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;
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;
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;
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;
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;
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;
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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;
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;
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;
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;
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;
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;
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;
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;
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;
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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2055842B; GB 2283808B; GB 2290134B; GB 2291814B; GB 2292530B; GB 2292896B; GB 2294909B;
2295058B; GB 2303203B; GB 2306887B; GB 2307036B; GB 2316477B; IE 0621495; IT 034244BE; 2005;
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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
Declares that the product:
Product Name: StudioPix
Product Number: All
Product Options: All
conforms to the following EEC directives:
73/23/EEC, as amended by 93/68/EEC
89/336/EEC, as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC
Equipment referred to in this declaration of conformity was first manufactured in compliance
with the following standards in 2005:
Safety: EN 60598-1: 1997
EN 60598-2-17; 1990
A1-A3: 1998
A13: 1999
EMC:
EN 55022
Conducted Emissions Class A
Radiated Emissions Class A
ANSI C63.4 Class A
FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class A
VCCI V-1/2001.04 Class A
EN 55024
EN 61000-4-2 4/8kV
EN 61000-4-3 A1 3V/m
EN 61000-4-4 1kV/0.5kV
EN 61000-4-5 2kV/1kV
EN 61000-4-6 3 Vrms
EN 61000-4-11 >95%-0.5p, 30%-25p,>95%-250p
EN 61000-3-2 Class A
EN 61000-3-3
Austin, Texas 78758 USA
USA, Thursday, October 02, 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 diseñados y fabricados para cumplir los requisitos de las reglamentaciones de seguridad de los Estados Unidos e internacionales. Las modificaciones al producto podrían afectar
la seguridad y dejar al producto fuera de conformidad con las normas de seguridad relevantes.
FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
Important Safety Information
Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons are found in
Appendix B. Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating this equipment.
Important: Informations De Sécurité
Les instructions se rapportant à la protection permanente contre les incendies, l’électrocution, excessif et aux
blessures corporelles se trouvent dans l’Annexe B. Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d’assembler, de
monter ou d’utiliser cet équipement.
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
Sicherheitsanleitungen zum Schutz gegen Feuer, elektrischen Schlag, und Verletzung von Personen finden Sie
in Anhang B. Vor der Montage, dem Zusammenbau und der Intbetriebnahme dieses Geräts alle Anleitungen
sorgfältig durchlesen.
Informazioni Importanti Di Sicurezza
Le istruzioni sulla protezione da incendi, folgorazione, e infortuni sono contenute nell’appendice B. Si prega di
leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare, montare e azionare l’apparecchiatura.
Informacion Importante De Seguridad
En el Apéndice B se encuentran instrucciones sobre protección continua contra incendios, descarga eléctrica, y
lesiones personales. Lea, por favor, todas las instrucciones antes del ensamblaje, montaje y operación de este
equipo.
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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
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Warranty Information
Limited Warranty
Unless otherwise stated, your product is covered by a one year parts and labor limited warranty. It is the
owner’s responsibility to furnish receipts or invoices for verification of purchase, date, and dealer or
distributor. If purchase date cannot be provided, date of manufacture will be used to determine warranty
period.
Returning an Item Under Warranty for Repair
It is necessary to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from your dealer or point of purchase
BEFORE any units are returned for repair. The manufacturer will make the final determination as to whether or
not the unit is covered by warranty.
Any Product unit or parts returned to High End Systems must be packaged in a suitable manner to ensure the
protection of such Product unit or parts, and such package shall be clearly and prominently marked to indicate
that the package contains returned Product units or parts and with an RMA number. Accompany all returned
Product units or parts with a written explanation of the alleged problem or malfunction. Ship returned Product
units or parts to: 2105 Gracy Farms Lane, Austin, TX 78758 USA.
Note: Freight Damage Claims are invalid for fixtures shipped in non-factory boxes and packing materials.
Freight
All shipping will be paid by the purchaser. Items under warranty shall have return shipping paid by the
manufacturer only in the Continental United States. Under no circumstances will freight collect shipments be
accepted. Prepaid shipping does not include rush expediting such as air freight. Air freight can be sent
customer collect in the continental United States.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED FOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER OTHER THAN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATED ABOVE. HIGH END SYSTEMS, INC. MAKES NO
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT, AND HIGH END SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. HIGH END
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, INCLUDING LOST
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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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Table of Contents
StudioPix™ Pixelation Luminaire User Manual ...................................................... i
Contacting High End Systems® .............................................................................ii
Patents ..............................................................................................................ii
Declaration of Conformity ....................................................................................iii
Product Modification Warning ...............................................................................iv
FCC Information .................................................................................................iv
Important Safety Information ...............................................................................iv
Symbols ............................................................................................................ v
Warranty Information .......................................................................................... v
Chapter 1: Product Overview
This chapter describes the features of the StudioPix™ Pixelation
Luminaire with custom content and Echo software.
Features .............................................................................................................. 1
System ............................................................................................................. 1
Graphics Engine ................................................................................................. 2
Operation .......................................................................................................... 2
Construction ...................................................................................................... 3
Echo Software .................................................................................................... 3
Related Products and Accessories ....................................................................... 3
Specifications ...................................................................................................... 4
Mechanical Specifications ..................................................................................... 4
Mounting Information .......................................................................................... 4
Electrical/Light Source Specifications ..................................................................... 5
Operation .......................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 2: Setup and Configuration
StudioPix™ fixture setup includes mounting, connecting to power
and DMX linking and configuration.
Unpacking the Fixture ......................................................................................... 7
Installing a Power Cord Cap ................................................................................ 7
Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only .................................................................... 8
Vatic Fitter Heads Information - Danmark .............................................................. 8
Mounting the Fixture ........................................................................................... 8
Mounting the Fixture Upright ................................................................................ 8
Truss Mounting .................................................................................................. 9
Safety Cable ................................................................................................... 9
Clamp ............................................................................................................ 9
Mounting Procedure ......................................................................................... 9
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Linking StudioPix Fixtures ................................................................................. 10
Cable Connectors .............................................................................................. 10
Connecting to the Link ....................................................................................... 11
Powering On the Fixture .................................................................................... 11
Setting the DMX Start Channel ........................................................................... 12
Shutting Down the Fixture ................................................................................. 13
Chapter 3: The Menu System
You can use the fixture’s onboard menu system to configure and
test the StudioPix fixture.
Navigating the Menu System ............................................................................. 15
StudioPix Menu Map .......................................................................................... 16
StudioPix Menu Options ..................................................................................... 17
Set Menu (SET) ................................................................................................ 17
Setting Factory Defaults (FACT) ....................................................................... 17
Changing the Display Output (DSPL) ................................................................ 18
Inverting Pan (P/IN) ....................................................................................... 18
Inverting Tilt (T/IN) ....................................................................................... 18
Swapping Pan and Tilt (SWAP) ......................................................................... 19
Data Loss (DLOS) .......................................................................................... 19
Mode Menu (MODE) .......................................................................................... 19
Setting Protocol Option (PROT) ........................................................................ 19
Test Menu (TEST) ............................................................................................. 20
Homing the Fixture (HOME) ............................................................................. 20
Performing Self Tests (SELF) ........................................................................... 20
Information Menu (INFO) ................................................................................... 21
Viewing the Current Software Version (VER) ...................................................... 21
Viewing the Electronic Housing Temperature (BASE) ........................................... 21
Viewing the Current Fixture Head Temperature (HEAD) ....................................... 21
Viewing the Current Fixture Hours (F/HR) ......................................................... 21
Viewing DMX Data for the Link (DATA) .............................................................. 22
Viewing the Unique Fixture ID (UNIQ) ............................................................... 22
Chapter 4: DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start
If you are new to DMX programing, this chapter will give you a brief
overview on programming SHOWPIX™ and StudioPix™ fixtures followed
by a example using a Wholehog console to patch and display output.
DMX Programming Overview ............................................................................. 23
DMX512 Links .................................................................................................. 23
8-bit vs. 16-bit DMX Parameters ......................................................................... 23
Determining a DMX Start Channel ....................................................................... 24
SHOWPIX and StudioPix Protocol Modes ........................................................... 25
Standard Protocol ............................................................................................. 25
Standard Protocol Table for SHOWPIX and StudioPix ........................................... 25
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RGB Reduced Protocol ........................................................................................26
RGB Reduced Protocol Table for SHOWPIX and StudioPix .....................................26
Pixel Mapping Protocol ........................................................................................27
SHOWPIX Pixel Mapping Table ..........................................................................27
StudioPix Pixel Mapping Table ..........................................................................28
Extended Protocol ..............................................................................................29
SHOWPIX and StudioPix Fixtures Extended Protocol Table ....................................29
Lighting Console Tips ........................................................................................ 30
Fixture Libraries: ...............................................................................................30
Patching SHOWPIX and StudioPix Fixtures Using the Standard Protocol .....................30
Patching SHOWPIX and StudioPix Fixtures in Other Protocol Modes ..........................30
Reduced Mode ...............................................................................................30
Pixel Mapping Mode ........................................................................................30
Enhanced Mode ..............................................................................................31
DMX Output Displays .........................................................................................31
Wholehog Programming Notes .......................................................................... 31
Play Modes (Intensity) ........................................................................................31
CMY .................................................................................................................31
Custom Wheel Sets ............................................................................................31
Quick Start with a Wholehog Console ................................................................ 32
Chapter 5: Fixture Control
This chapter describes mechanical movement control for
SHOWPIX™ and StudioPix™ fixtures in all protocol modes.
Pan and Tilt ....................................................................................................... 33
MSpeed (Motor Speed) ...................................................................................... 33
Macros ............................................................................................................... 34
Control Function Options ................................................................................... 34
Chapter 6: Color Control
The Standard protocol modes for SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures
provide color mixing control for up to two image files and a
composite image. Other protocol modes provide washlight
operation or individual LED color mixing.
Color Parameters .............................................................................................. 35
Color Function Parameter .................................................................................. 36
Color Function Descriptions ............................................................................... 37
Add Color to Black .............................................................................................37
Black and White ................................................................................................37
Black and White Inverted ....................................................................................37
CMY .................................................................................................................37
Color Cycle .......................................................................................................38
Compress to Maximum .......................................................................................38
Rainbow Color Cycle ..........................................................................................38
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Random Color .................................................................................................. 39
Replace Background Color .................................................................................. 39
RGB Add non-black pixels .................................................................................. 39
RGB Add, All Pixels ............................................................................................ 39
RGB Invert & Swap to BRG ................................................................................. 40
RGB Invert & Swap to GBR ................................................................................. 40
RGB Invert ....................................................................................................... 40
RGB Swap to BGR ............................................................................................. 41
RGB Swap to BRG ............................................................................................. 41
RGB Swap to GBR ............................................................................................. 41
RGB Swap to GRB ............................................................................................. 42
RGB Swap to RBG ............................................................................................. 42
Scale ............................................................................................................... 42
Solarize ........................................................................................................... 43
Solarize 1 ..................................................................................................... 43
Solarize 2 ..................................................................................................... 43
Solarize 3 ..................................................................................................... 43
Solarize 4 ..................................................................................................... 43
Transparent Color .............................................................................................. 43
Background Color .............................................................................................. 44
Chapter 7: Global Control
Global controls affect the composite image created when you define
two Image layers.
Dim .................................................................................................................... 45
Strobe ................................................................................................................ 45
Scale .................................................................................................................. 46
Rotate ................................................................................................................ 46
Dampening ........................................................................................................ 47
Global Transition ............................................................................................... 47
Global Effects ..................................................................................................... 47
Chapter 8: Global Control: Transitions
The Transition Mode and Transition parameters provide over 70
patterns for switching between image layers and interact with the
Color Transparency parameter to create a wide range of looks.
Transition Types ................................................................................................ 49
Opacity Transitions ........................................................................................... 49
Normal Fade ................................................................................................. 49
Fade Through Black ........................................................................................ 50
Reveal Transitions ............................................................................................. 51
Overlay Transitions ........................................................................................... 52
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Transition Mode Parameter ............................................................................... 52
Transition Parameter ........................................................................................ 55
Transitions and Color Transparency .................................................................. 55
Transparency with Opacity Transitions ..................................................................55
Transparency with Reveal Transitions ...................................................................55
Transparency with Overlay Transition ...................................................................56
Chapter 9: Image Graphics Control
You can apply a variety of color mixing options, transitions and
effects to each individual Image layer in Standard or Enhanced
protocol modes.
Defining Content ............................................................................................... 57
Media Folder .....................................................................................................57
Media Folder Descriptions ................................................................................58
Media File .........................................................................................................58
Frame ..............................................................................................................59
DMX Scratch™ ...............................................................................................59
Playback Mode ..................................................................................................60
Playback Speed .................................................................................................60
Rotation ............................................................................................................ 61
Scale Parameter ................................................................................................ 62
Changing Image Position .................................................................................. 63
X Position Parameter ..........................................................................................63
Y Position Parameter ..........................................................................................63
Image Transition ............................................................................................... 64
Transition Mode .................................................................................................64
Transition Speed ...............................................................................................64
Effect Function .................................................................................................. 65
Pixel Mapping .................................................................................................... 65
Chapter 10: Effect Descriptions
Effects can be applied to the Media File content. Multiple Color and Geometric
options are available for both individual Image and Global control.
Background Color .............................................................................................. 67
Bar Scan ............................................................................................................ 68
Brightness and Contrast .................................................................................... 68
Curtain Scan ...................................................................................................... 69
Filters ................................................................................................................ 69
Flip .................................................................................................................... 70
Mirror ................................................................................................................ 71
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Pan and Tilt Sync ............................................................................................... 72
Shake ................................................................................................................ 72
Strobe ................................................................................................................ 73
Target Scan ....................................................................................................... 74
Chapter 11: Echo Software
You can use Echo software to convert, organize, and transport user
content to SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures as well as upload
content and fixture software to units on a DMX link.
Echo Setup ......................................................................................................... 75
Hardware Setup ................................................................................................ 75
Installing Echo Software .................................................................................... 75
Launching Echo ................................................................................................ 75
The Echo User Interface .................................................................................... 76
Device Window ................................................................................................. 77
Viewing All Devices ........................................................................................ 77
Viewing Single Device ..................................................................................... 77
Content Organization ......................................................................................... 78
Stock Content Library ........................................................................................ 78
Viewing Content ............................................................................................... 79
Managing Content on the Local Drive ................................................................. 80
Package Options ............................................................................................... 80
Folder Options .................................................................................................. 80
File Options ...................................................................................................... 81
Managing Fixture Content .................................................................................. 82
Uploading User Content to a Fixture .................................................................... 82
Updating Stock Content ..................................................................................... 82
Deleting All User Content ................................................................................... 83
Cloning Device Content ...................................................................................... 83
Creating User Content ....................................................................................... 85
Preparing Content for Echo Conversion ................................................................ 85
Creating a Package and Folder ............................................................................ 85
Converting Your Content .................................................................................... 87
Frame Playback ............................................................................................. 87
Sample Mask ................................................................................................. 88
Aspect Ratio .................................................................................................. 89
Contrast/Brightness ....................................................................................... 89
Luminance /Distance Weight ........................................................................... 90
Luminance Cutoff ........................................................................................... 90
Cutoff Mode/Luminance .................................................................................. 90
Color ............................................................................................................ 91
Transporting User Content ................................................................................. 92
Exporting and Importing a User Content Package .................................................. 92
Exporting a Preview .......................................................................................... 92
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Updating Fixture Software ................................................................................ 93
Complete Fixture Software Update .......................................................................93
Fixture Software Component Update ....................................................................94
MSpeed Conversion Table ..................................................................................97
Important Safety Information .........................................................................99
Appendice B: Importantes Informations Sur La Sécurité ....................................... 100
Anhang B: Wichtige Hinweise Für Ihre Sicherheit .................................................101
Apéndice B: Información Importante De Seguridad .............................................. 102
Appendice B: Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza ..............................................103
Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation .............................................................................104
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Chapter 1
Product Overview
This chapter describes the features of the StudioPix™ Pixelation
Luminaire with custom content and Echo software.
The StudioPix™ Pixelation Luminaire is a combination wide angle LED wash light on a moving
yoke and a high power display device viewed directly by an audience.
The 13.5-inch diameter head features a circular LED array with an output of 11,500 RGB
lumens. In addition to displaying washes of color, StudioPix utilizes an internal graphics engine
to provide graphic control of two images.
StudioPix is equipped with a collection of over 400 custom created images including animations
designed specifically for the product. You can easily upload your own files (up to 256) and
images through the Echo™ application, a software program offering content visualization,
management and upload capabilities as well as RDM management features. Echo converts many
file formats, automatically optimizes the images, maps the files to the StudioPix display and
allows you to preview this mapping on your computer prior to uploading to the StudioPix fixture.
The DMX Scratch™ feature lets you synchronize the frames of a media file to audio during a
show in real time.
StudioPix provides multiple protocol choices for a wide range of DMX control.
Features
System
• Internal Graphics Engine
• 61 individually controlled RGB LED pixels
• Echo Content Management and Configuration software can remotely manage multiple
StudioPix fixtures
• Remote software upgrade capability
• Supports importing of custom content including media files and still images
• High End Systems stock content collection featuring over 400 files optimized for the StudioPix
LED array.
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Graphics Engine
Standard protocol provides:
• Simultaneous playback of two discrete media streams
• 17 parameters give you graphic controls for each individual media stream including:
— a choice of multiple play modes and play speeds
— the ability to play a single frame or entire media stream
— multiple color mixing and visual effects that can be combined any way you choose
— full control of image rotation, positioning and scaling
— adjustable frame to frame transitions
— independent control of background colors
— transparent color definitions allow combining of media images
— dynamic visual effects
• 12 global parameters provide controls to the composite image created by 2 media streams
— transition mode provides unique wipes and transitions between media streams
— intensity control to provide system-wide intensity level
— strobe control to provide system-wide strobe rate
— overall image color mixing applied to composite media stream image
— overall image scale and rotation
— system wide visual effects
Optional protocol modes adapt StudioPix DMX control for variable programming styles
• RGB Reduced protocol uses 12 channels for full motion and washlight color mixing
• Pixel Mapping protocol provides individual RGB control of each of the 61 LEDs
• Extended protocol combines all the features of Standard and Pixel Mapping protocol
Operation
• 540° pan and 210° tilt fixture movement
• 11,500 RGB Lumen output
• Auto-switching power supply
• Easy-to-program four character LED display for onboard Menu system
• 100v-230v power input
• 5-pin XLR DMX connectors
• ETL and CE Compliant
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Construction
• Modular construction
• Homogenized RGB LED array creates smooth a color output
• Electronic cooling system control
• Fast, smooth and quiet yoke movement using proprietary multi-phase technology
• Performance oriented exterior design
Echo Software
• Imports a wide variety of movie and graphic files and converts them to StudioPix format with
a preview
• Provides options for assigning DMX values to folders and files
• Lets you develop content packages and transport them to other locations
• Uploads fixture software
• Clones content
Related Products and Accessories
The following table lists related products and accessories available for the StudioPix fixture. For
more information, contact your High End Systems dealer/distributor (see
Systems® on page ii).
Contacting High End
Part Description Part Number
Wholehog single USB DMX widget 74040002
USB upload module 74040006
StudioPix Roadcase A8070001
5-amp, slow-blow fuse 90403012
Wholehog 3 lighting console 61020003
Road Hog lighting console A2020001
Road Hog Full Boar lighting console A6020001
Galvanized safety cable 12040001
Cheeseborough clamp
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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Specifications
Mechanical Specifications
Fixture Dimensions: 540 mm x 300 mm x 601 mm (21.3 in x 11.8 in x 23.7 in)
Fixture Weight: 20.9 kg (46 lbs)
Roadcase Dimensions: 640 mm x 483 mm x 724 mm (24 in x 19 in x 28.5 in)
Shipping Weight (Roadcase + Fixture): 46.3 kg (102 lbs)
300 mm
11.8 in
503 mm
Ø
19.8 in
490 mm
19.3 in
349 mm
13.6 in
148 mm
5.9 in
441 mm
17.4 in
Ø
476 mm
18.7 in
540 mm
21.3 in
601 mm
23.7 in
408 mm
16.1 in
141 mm
5.6 in
16 mm
.6 in
Mounting Information
The StudioPix™ fixture can be truss mounted using suitable clamps with locking washers
through the center holes on the fixture’s base. Cheeseborough truss clamps and ½ inch nub/
bolt sets may be purchased separately. It can also stand upright on a stable surface.
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Electrical/Light Source Specifications
Input ratings: 100-230 VAC; 50-60 Hz; 8-3.5A (800W)
LED Array: 61 3-watt RGB LEDs with homogenizing system
Output: 11,500 RGB lumens
Note: RGB lumens are calculated by comparing the combined energy levels
of StudioPix WRGBCMY to a theatrical metal halide color changing
fixture and creating a factor.
Beam angle: 45°
Field angle: 80°
Color mixing: RGB
Operation
Pan: 540°, Tilt: 210°
Control: DMX 512/RDM
Minimum distance from lighted object: 1 meter (3.9 ft.)
Compliances: CE, CSA, ETL
Content Management: Content and Software uploading to the fixture using Echo software via
a USB upload module or a Wholehog single USB DMX widget.
DMX connectors: 5-pin male and female XLR connectors
Environmental tolerances: Maximum ambient operating temperature 50° C (122° F);
maximum exterior surface temperature 70° C (158° F)
Software upgrades: Download operating software and Echo software from the High End
Systems website (www.highend.com)
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Chapter 2
Setup and Configuration
StudioPix™ fixture setup includes mounting, connecting to power and DMX
linking and configuration.
Use the following steps to set up and configure your StudioPix™ fixture:
1. Unpack the fixture.
2. Install power cord cap for your location.
3. Mount the fixture upright or suspended from a standard truss.
4. Connect the fixture to a DMX controller via DMX cabling.
5. Connect the fixture to power.
6. Configure the fixture for DMX control.
Unpacking the Fixture
The StudioPix™ fixture is transported in a shipping box or road case specifically designed to
protect the product during transport. When unpacking, inspect the fixture for physical damage
®
to components. High End Systems
during transport. Return a product for repair in its shipping box or 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.
assumes no responsibility for products that are damaged
Installing a Power Cord Cap
The StudioPix™ fixture’s custom power cord ships without a power cord cap. Use the
information in this section to install the correct power cord cap for your location.
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
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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
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
eller
Mounting the Fixture
You can mount your StudioPix™ fixture 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.
This fixture must be installed and operated by trained personnel only.
Maintain a minimum focus distance of 1 meter from a lighted object.
1 m
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.
Mounting the Fixture Upright
CAUTION!
Do not mount the fixture upright without the four rubber feet attached.
To mount the fixture upright, place the fixture on a sturdy, stable non-flammable surface that
will support more than the
above floor height, use safety cables to secure the fixture to the surface.
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20.9 kg (46 lb) weight of the StudioPix™ fixture. If the surface is
Setup and Configuration
CHAPTER 2
Truss Mounting
If you are mounting the fixture(s) on a truss or another type of support, verify that the truss or
support will handle the weight of all the devices you are mounting.
Safety Cable
High End Systems strongly recommends that you use a safety cable when mounting any fixture.
You must supply your own safety cable and verify that the cable is capable of supporting the
weight of the fixture. You can order galvanized safety cables from your High End Systems
dealer/distributor (see
Clamp
You must supply your own clamps and verify the clamp is capable of supporting the weight of
the fixture. You can order deluxe C-clamps for a two-inch truss from your High End Systems
dealer/distributor (see
Mounting Procedure
To mount StudioPix fixtures on a truss:
1. Disconnect power to the fixture. If the fixture has been operating, allow the fixture to cool
before handling.
2. Always stand on a firm, stable surface when mounting a fixture to its support. The fixture
should be at a height where you can comfortably work on it, and should either be resting on
a stable surface, or held securely.
3. Attach suitable clamps through the center holes on the base of the fixture. Install two
locking washers per clamp when attaching the clamps to the fixture’s base.
4. Tighten the clamps firmly to the fixture’s base and to the support.
5. Loop one or more suitable safety cables around the support, through the side holes in the
fixture’s base, and around the fixture’s handles.
Related Products and Accessories on page 3).
Related Products and Accessories on page 3).
truss
safety
cable
Holes for
attaching
clamps
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Holes for
securing
safety cables
clamp
locking
washers
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Setup and Configuration
Linking StudioPix Fixtures
StudioPix™ fixtures operate on a standard DMX512 link controlled by a DMX console. The
number of fixtures on a link will be determined by the combined number of channels required by
all the fixtures. A StudioPix fixture using Standard protocol requires 70 channels on a DMX512
link. Attach the fixture to the link using data-grade cable and 5-pin XLR cable connectors.
Cable Connectors
The StudioPix fixture accepts 5-pin XLR cable connectors. Cabling must have a male XLR
connector on one end of the cable and a female XLR connector on the other end.
Pin one is the common (cable shield), pin two is the data complement (negative), pin three is
the data true (positive). Pins four and five are not used, but they allow a secondary data link to
pass through the fixture.
Grounding lug (inside XLR shell)
XLR shell
Common
(cable shield)
negative
(data
complement)
positive
(data true)
5
1
2
3
4
positive
(data true)*
negative
(dat a co mpl ement)*
positive
(data true)*
negative
(data
complement)*
5
1
4
2
3
positive
(data true)
Common
(cable shield)
negative
(data
complement)
Male XLR Connector
Female XLR Connector
*This data line is not used by the fixt ure, but allows data to pass through the fixture.
Test each cable with a voltage/ohm meter (VOM) to verify correct polarity and to make sure that
the negative and positive pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or to each other.
CAUTION!
Do not connect anything to the ground lug on the XLR connectors. Do
not connect or allow contact between the common (cable shield) and
the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common could cause a
ground loop and/or erratic behavior.
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Connecting to the Link
To link one or more fixtures to a DMX controller:
1. Connect the male XLR connector of a DMX Data cable to the controller’s DMX Data Out
connector.
2. Connect the Data cable’s female XLR connector to the Data In connector of the first (or
next) fixture on the DMX link.
3. Continue linking the remaining fixtures connecting a cable from the Data Out connector of
each fixture to the Data In connector of the next fixture on the link.
4. Terminate the link by
installing a 120 ohm,
1/4 watt (minimum)
terminator in the
fixture’s
Data Out
(female) cable
1
5
2
4
3
To construct a terminator:
1
2. Solder a 120 ohm resistor, minimum of
1. Disassemble a male 5-pin XLR connector.
0
2
1/4 watt, between Pin 2 and Pin 3.
3. Reassemble the XLR connector.
connector in the last
fixture on each DMX link. A terminator on the last fixture of the link prevents data
reflection, which can corrupt the data communication on the link.
Powering On the Fixture
WARNING:
This equipment is designed for connection to a branch circuit
having a maximum overload protection of 20 A.
CAUTION:
Do not power on the fixture until verifying that the line cord
cap is suitable for the power source in your location. For more
information, see
To power on the StudioPix fixture, simply connect it to a 100-230 V AC power source.
Once the StudioPix fixture is connected to a power source, it automatically begins a homing
procedure to verify the major functions of the fixture.
Installing a Power Cord Cap on page 7.
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Setting the DMX Start Channel
Each StudioPix fixture requires a block of consecutive channels on a 512-Channel DMX link. The
number of channels depends on the Protocol you are using.
To set the Start Channel on an StudioPix Fixture:
1. Access the fixture’s menu system via the dot matrix display on the fixture’s front panel. For
a detailed description of the menu system, see Chapter 3: The Menu System on page 15.
UP and DOWN arrows
scroll to an option or a value
MENU button unlocks the menu
and backs through menu levels
2. To unlock the menu, press and hold the Menu button until AddR appears on the LED
display. Press the Enter button to select.
3. The display will show the start channel currently assigned to the fixture.
4. Use the Up and Down arrow buttons to select a new DMX start channel. The display will
flash a new option ready for selection.
StudioPix™ Protocol Mode DMX Channel Range Last Valid Start Channel
Standard Protocol 70 442
RGB Reduced Protocol 12 501
Pixel Mapping Protocol 192 321
Extended Protocol 253 260
5. Press the Enter button to store the new DMX Start channel. The display will stop flashing
when a new option is entered.
When setting the Start channel on a fixture, remember:
• A fixture’s physical location on the link does not have to coincide with the order of channel
range assignments in the link.
• The fixture’s channel range must not overlap any other device’s channel range on the link.
When two devices on the same DMX link have overlapping channel ranges, one or both
devices will be disabled or behave erratically. The single exception would be if two or more
fixtures need to respond to controller commands in exactly the same way. In that case,
those fixtures must be the same type and must share the entire channel range.
ENTER button selects an
option or a menu value
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Shutting Down the Fixture
A DMX controller can shut down the fixture remotely with the Shutdown option in the Control
Channel or you can simply disconnect from power. The StudioPix fixture automatically shuts
down in the event of DMX data loss longer than five minutes.
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The Menu System
You can use the fixture’s onboard menu system to configure and test the
StudioPix fixture.
The onboard StudioPix menu system allows you to:
• Assign a DMX start channel.
• Access fixture options such as homing the fixture, viewing fixture status, and performing
self tests.
• View all DMX values on the link.
Navigating the Menu System
Access the menu system via the four
menu navigation buttons on the
fixture’s front panel.
The alphanumeric LED display shows
the menu items you select from the
menu map. When accessing fixture
options, the display will flash when a
new option is selected (by pressing
the <Up> or <Down> arrow buttons)
and stops flashing when a new option
is stored (by pressing the <Enter>
button).
Use the <Enter> button to select
and store a menu or option
Use the <Menu> button to
access the menu and return
to previous menu or option
Use <UP> and <Down>
arrow buttons to scroll
through menus
and options
To access the menu system: press and hold the <Menu> button until AddR appears on the
display. The menu system is protected against inadvertent menu changes by requiring the
<Menu> button to be held for a few seconds before allowing entry to the menu system.
To return to the previous option or menu without changing the value: press the
<Menu> button.
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The Menu System
StudioPix Menu Map
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Description
ADDR Cxxx Change the existing DMX start channel
FACT
DSPL
P/IN
SET
T/IN
SWAP
DLOS
MODE PROT
HOME HOLD Homes the fixture
TEST
INFO
SELF
VER #### Displays the
TEMP
F/HR #### Displays current number of fixture hours
DMX 1-512 Displays the DMX data for the selected DMX channel
UNIQ Displays the fixture’s unique ID number
ON Sets factory defaults on
OFF Sets factory defaults off
ON Sets the LED display on
OFF Sets the LED display off
ON Sets pan invert on
OFF Sets pan invert off
ON Sets tilt invert on
OFF Sets tilt invert off
ON Sets pan/tilt swap on
OFF Sets pan/tilt swap off
LONG Keeps LED state until shutdown after DMX data is lost
SHRT Turns LEDs off one second after DMX data is lost
STD Selects Standard protocol
ENH Selects Enhanced protocol
PIX Selects Pixel Mapping protocol
RGB Selects RGB protocol
PAN Moves the head through the full pan range
TILT Moves the head through the full tilt range
RED Turns all LEDs red
GRN Turns all LEDs green
BLUE Turns all LEDs blue
PIX Turns each individual LED on
BASE Displays electronic housing internal temperature
HEAD Displays the head internal temperature
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