High End Systems studio spot User Manual

TM

Studio Spot

Automated Projection and Effect Luminaire

User’s Manual

P/N 60600093 Rev. 2.1

High End Systems, Inc.

2105 Gracy Farms Lane

Austin, Texas U.S.A.

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© High End Systems, Inc. 1998, 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.

Unlawful reproduction or distribution of this document in any manner without the written permis­sion of High End Systems is strictly forbidden.

Trademarks used in this text: Studio Spot, Technoray, and Technopro are trademarks of High
End Systems Inc.; Cyberlight, Lightwave Research, LithoPattern, Status Cue, and Studio Color,
Technobeam are registered trademarks of High End Systems Inc.; Motorola is a registered trade
mark of Motorola Inc.; Philips is a registered trademark of Philips Corporation.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities
claiming the marks and names or their products. High End Systems, Inc. disclaims any propri
etary interest in trademarks and trade names owned by others.

Studio Spot may use one or more of the following patents: US 5665305; US 5647662; US
D381,740; US 4,962,687; US 5,078,039; UK 2,043,769; US 5,331,822; US 5,402,326; UK
2292896; US D365165; US 5,430,629; US D360,404; US 5,455,748; EP 0475082; US
5,506,762; M9604224.9; US 5,515,254; US D370080; UK 2,291,814; US 5,545,951;
US 5,430,629; US 5,758,955; UK 2055842; UK 2,292,530; UK 2294909; UK 2292896; and
US 5,580,164.

Additional patents pending.

March 31, 2004

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Studio Spot User’s Manual

P/N 60600093 Rev. 2.1

Printed in the U.S.A.

M.D.T.

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Declaration of Conformity

according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45104

Manufacturer’s name: Lightwave Research

Manufacturer’s address: 2217 West Braker Lane

Austin, Texas 78758
U.S.A.

Distributor’s name: High End Systems, Inc.

Distributor’s address: 2217 West Braker Lane

Austin, Texas 78758
U.S.A.

Declares that the product

Product Name: Studio Spot
Product Number: Studio Spot
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 first manufactured in 1998 in
compliance with the following standards:

Safety: EN 60598-1 : 1993

EN 60598-2-17 : 1989
A1-A3 : 1993

EMC: EN 55022, 1987 Class A ITE

IEC 801-2, 1991 Level 2 (4/8 kV)
IEC 801-3, 1991 Draft 5 Level 2 (3 V/m)
IEC 801-4, 1988 Level 2 (1 kV/0.5 kV)

U.S.A., March 31, 2004 Kenneth Hansen, Compliance Engineer

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire, electric shock, exposure to
excessive ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and injury to persons are found in Appendix D.

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, l’exposition à un rayonnement ultraviolet (UV) excessif et aux blessures cor­porelles se trouvent dans l’Annexe D.

Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d’assembler, de monter ou d’utiliser cet équipe­ment.

WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE

Sicherheitsanleitungen zum Schutz gegen Feuer, elektrischen Schlag, übermäßige UV­Strahlung und Verletzung von Personen finden Sie in Anhang D.

Vor der Montage, dem Zusammenbau und der Inbetriebnahme dieses Geräts alle Anlei­tungen sorgfältig durchlesen.

INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI DI SICUREZZA

Le istruzioni sulla protezione da incendi, folgorazione, esposizione eccessiva a raggi
ultravioletti (UV) e infortuni sono contenute nell’appendice D.

Si prega di leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare, montare e azionare l’apparec­chiatura.

INFORMACION IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD

En el Apéndice D de este manual se encuentran instrucciones sobre protección continua
contra incendios, descarga eléctrica, exposición excesiva a radiación ultravioleta (UV) y
lesiones personales.

Lea, por favor, todas las instrucciones antes del ensamblaje, montaje y operación de
este equipo.

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 rea
sonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre
quency 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.

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Warranty Information

Limited Warranty

Unless otherwise stated, your product is covered by a two year parts and labor limited
warranty. Dichroic filters and Lithopatterns® are not guaranteed against breakage or
scratches to coating. It is the owner's responsibility to furnish receipts or invoices for
verification of purchase, date, and dealer or distributor. If purchase date cannot be pro
vided, 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 Number (RMA#) from your
dealer/point of purchase BEFORE any units are returned for repair. The manufacturer will
make the final determination as to whether or not the unit is covered by warranty.
Lamps are covered by the lamp manufacturer's warranty.

Any Product unit or parts returned to High End Systems must be packaged in a suitable
manner to ensure the protection of such Product unit or parts, and such package shall
be clearly and prominently marked to indicate that the package contains returned
Product units or parts and with a Return Material Authorization (RMA#) number.
Accompany all returned Product units or parts with a written explanation of the alleged
problem or malfunction.

Please note: Freight Damage Claims are invalid for fixtures shipped in non-factory boxes
and packing materials. Ship returned items to 2227 Braker Lane, Austin, Texas 78758.

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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. HIGH END SYSTEMS, INC. MAKES NO
WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED 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 which vary from state to state.

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Product Modification Warning

High End Systems products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of
United States and International safety regulations. Modifications to the product could
affect safety and render the product non-compliant to relevant safety standards.

Mise En Garde Contre La Modification Du Produit

Les produits High End Systems sont conçus et fabriqués conformément aux exigences
des règlements internationaux de sécurité. Toute modification du produit peut entraîner
sa non conformité aux normes de sécurité en vigueur.

Produktmodifikationswarnung

Design und Herstellung von High End Systems entsprechen den Anforderungen der U.S.
Amerikanischen und internationalen Sicherheitsvorschriften. Abänderungen dieses
Produktes können dessen Sicherheit beeinträchtigen und unter Umständen gegen die
diesbezüglichen Sicherheitsnormen verstoßen.

Avvertenza Sulla Modifica Del Prodotto

I prodotti di High End Systems sono stati progettati e fabbricati per soddisfare i requisiti
delle normative di sicurezza statunitensi ed internazionali. Qualsiasi modifica al prodotto
potrebbe pregiudicare la sicurezza e rendere il prodotto non conforme agli standard di
sicurezza pertinenti.

Advertencia De Modificación Del Producto

Los productos de High End Systems están diseñados y fabricados para cumplir los
requisitos de las 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.

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Contacting High End Systems, Inc.

U.S. and the Americas High End Systems, Inc.

2217 West Braker Lane
Austin, Texas 78758
[phone] or [phone]
FAX: [phone]

U.S. West Coast High End Systems, Inc.

8200 Haskell Avenue
Van Nuys, California 91406
[phone]
FAX: [phone]

Singapore High End Systems Singapore Pte. Ltd.

1 Tannery Road 06-05
Cencon 1
Singapore 1334
[phone]
FAX: [phone]

Europe High End Systems GmbH

Lohstrasse 22
D-85445 Schwaig
Germany
[phone]
FAX: [phone]

World Wide Web Sites http://www.highend.com

http://www.studiospot.com

Service Web Site http://info.highend.com/service/service.html

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Table of Contents

Introduction ........................................................................ I-1

About This Manual............................................................................. I-1

Manual Conventions........................................................................... I-1

Manual and Software Revisions ........................................................... I-2

Safety Instructions............................................................................. I-2

Caution and Warning Symbols ............................................................. I-2

Studio Spot Feature Overview ............................................................. I-3

Specifications.................................................................................... I-6

Mechanical ...................................................................................I-6

Electrical ......................................................................................I-8

Optical System .............................................................................I-8

Dichroic Glass ........................................................................ I-8

Effect Glass ........................................................................... I-8

LithoPatterns .......................................................................... I-9

Lenses................................................................................... I-9

Lamps ................................................................................... I-9

Communication ...........................................................................I-10

Compliance.................................................................................I-10

Accessories .................................................................................... I-10

Cables and Connectors ................................................................ I-10

Controllers and Upload Devices .....................................................I-10

Dichroic Filters ............................................................................I-11

Lenses .......................................................................................I-11

Literature ...................................................................................I-11

Mounting Hardware .....................................................................I-11

LithoPatterns and Effects ............................................................. I-12

Road Cases ................................................................................I-12

Lamps........................................................................................I-12

Front and Side Panel Functionality ..................................................... I-13

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Chapter 1

Installation and Setup.......................................................... 1-1

Unpacking Studio Spot ...................................................................... 1-1

Inspecting the Contents ................................................................1-1

Inspecting the Fixture ...................................................................1-2

Registering Your Product ................................................................... 1-2

Road Cases...................................................................................... 1-3

Minimum Material Requirements.....................................................1-3

Construction Requirements ............................................................1-3

Before Beginning Installation .............................................................. 1-4

Power and Breaker Requirements........................................................ 1-5

Line Cord Cap Construction................................................................ 1-5

United Kingdom Line Cord Cap Construction ....................................1-5

VIGTIG FIKKER HEDS INFORMATION - DANMARK ...........................1-6

Constructing Data Cables .................................................................. 1-6

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Constructing Terminators .................................................................. 1-7

Fixture Mounting.............................................................................. 1-7

Floor Mounting ............................................................................ 1-7

Truss Mounting ........................................................................... 1-8

Data Cabling.................................................................................... 1-9

Powering On the Fixture.................................................................. 1-10

Setting the Fixture Address ............................................................. 1-10

Fixture Number Mode ................................................................. 1-10

DMX Starting Channel Mode ....................................................... 1-11

Controlling Studio Spot With DMX ................................................... 1-12

Chapter 2

Operation ........................................................................... 2-1

Pan and Tilt ..................................................................................... 2-1

Color Functions................................................................................ 2-2

Color Wheel Positioning .................................................................... 2-3

Litho Functions ................................................................................ 2-4

Litho Wheel Positioning..................................................................... 2-5

Litho Rotation .................................................................................. 2-6

Frost .............................................................................................. 2-7

Focus ............................................................................................. 2-7

Iris ................................................................................................. 2-8

Strobing.......................................................................................... 2-9

Dimming ......................................................................................... 2-9

MSpeed ........................................................................................ 2-10

Factory Macros .............................................................................. 2-11

Control Channel ............................................................................. 2-11

Disabling MSpeed for Pan and Tilt................................................ 2-11

Remote Display Adjustment ........................................................ 2-12

Remote Homing ......................................................................... 2-12

Remote Lamp Control................................................................. 2-13

Remote Shutdown ..................................................................... 2-13

Chapter 3

Menu System ..................................................................... 3-1

Overview ........................................................................................ 3-1

Menu Navigation .............................................................................. 3-2

Address Menu ............................................................................... 3-14

Addressing the Fixture................................................................ 3-14

Information Menu........................................................................... 3-14

Viewing Lamp Status ................................................................. 3-14

Viewing Lamp Hours .................................................................. 3-15

Viewing Lamp Strikes................................................................. 3-15

Viewing System Version Number ................................................. 3-15

Resetting Lamp Hours ................................................................ 3-16

Viewing Fixture Hours ................................................................ 3-16

Resetting Fixture Hours .............................................................. 3-16

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Viewing the Current Internal Temperature......................................3-17

Viewing the Minimum Internal Temperature ...................................3-17

Viewing the Maximum Internal Temperature ..................................3-18

Resetting Temperature Readings ..................................................3-18

Viewing DMX Errors and Construct Values ....................................3-19

Viewing DMX Data by Channel Number ........................................3-19

Viewing Sensor Data ..................................................................3-20

Test Menu ..................................................................................... 3-20

Changing Boot Codes..................................................................3-20

Turning the Lamp On and Off.......................................................3-21

Viewing the Lamp Status ............................................................3-21

Homing the Fixture .....................................................................3-21

Moving the Fixture to Setup Position ............................................3-22

Self-Tests..................................................................................3-22

Mode Menu.................................................................................... 3-23

Crossloading Fixtures..................................................................3-23

Set Menu....................................................................................... 3-24

Reverting to the Factory Defaults .................................................3-24

Addressing By DMX Starting Channel or Fixture Number Mode ........3-24

Setting Display Intensity..............................................................3-25

Inverting Pan .............................................................................3-25

Inverting Tilt ..............................................................................3-26

Swapping Pan and Tilt ................................................................3-26

Setting the Fixture Shutdown Time...............................................3-26

Calibrating Pan...........................................................................3-27

Calibrating Tilt ...........................................................................3-27

Preset Menu................................................................................... 3-27

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Chapter 4

Preset Scenes .................................................................... 4-1

Overview ......................................................................................... 4-1

Understanding Preset Scene Terminology and Concepts ........................ 4-1

Editing Scenes.................................................................................. 4-2

Editing with the Menu System .......................................................4-2

Using the Time Parameter ....................................................... 4-3

Using Crossfade, Delay, and MSpeed ....................................... 4-3

Step-By-Step Editing Example .................................................. 4-4

Copying and Pasting Scenes ..........................................................4-6

Capturing DMX Data Into a Scene ..................................................4-6

Resetting (Re-Initializing) a Scene ...................................................4-7

Playing Back Scenes in Stand-Alone Mode ........................................... 4-8

Determining the Active Scene ........................................................4-8

Synchronizing Preset Playback............................................................ 4-9

Connecting and Addressing Fixtures for Synchronized Playback .......4-10

Playing Back Synchronized Scenes ...............................................4-11

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Appendix A

Troubleshooting and Maintenance ........................................ A-1

Overview ........................................................................................ A-1

Before You Begin ............................................................................. A-1

Support Checklist............................................................................. A-2

Acquiring Technical Support .............................................................. A-2

Troubleshooting ............................................................................... A-3

Display Error Messages................................................................. A-3

General Troubleshooting ............................................................... A-7

Upload Troubleshooting ................................................................ A-8

Onboard Self-Tests ......................................................................A-9

Testing DMX Data .......................................................................A-9

Maintenance.................................................................................. A-10

Replacing the Lamp.................................................................... A-10

Optimizing the Lamp .................................................................. A-12

Cleaning ................................................................................... A-13

Software Updates ...................................................................... A-14

Status Cue ......................................................................... A-14

Upload Dongle .................................................................... A-15

Another Studio Spot ............................................................ A-16

Appendix B

Accessory Installation.......................................................... B-1

Overview ........................................................................................ B-1

Before You Begin ............................................................................. B-1

Lens Installation ............................................................................... B-2

Dichroic Glass Installation.................................................................. B-4

LithoPattern, Gobo, and Effect Installation ........................................... B-7

Appendix C

Supplemental Information..................................................... C-1

Overview ........................................................................................ C-1

Converting DMX Values to MSpeed Times .......................................... C-1

Color Combinations .......................................................................... C-5

Calculating Beam Diameters .............................................................. C-6

Determining Macro Functions............................................................. C-7

Appendix D

Important Safety Information ................................................ D-1

Appendice D Importantes Informations Sur La Sécurité ......................... D-2

Anhang D Wichtige Hinweise Für Ihre Sicherheit .................................. D-3

Apéndice D Información Importante De Seguridad ................................ D-4

Appendice D Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza ................................ D-6

Appendiks D Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation........................................... D-7

Index................................................................................. IX1

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List of Figures

Front Dimensions................................................................................I-7

Side Dimensions .................................................................................I-7

Front Panel ...................................................................................... I-13

Left Side Panel .................................................................................I-14

Right Side Panel ............................................................................... I-14

Removing the Bezel............................................................................1-2

Road Case Construction Overhead View ...............................................1-3

Road Case Construction Side View ......................................................1-4

Data Cable Construction .....................................................................1-6

Terminator Construction .....................................................................1-7

Floor Installation ................................................................................1-7

Attaching Mounting Hardware .............................................................1-8

Safety Cable Installation .....................................................................1-8

Data In and Data Out Connectors ........................................................1-9

Daisy Chaining Fixtures ......................................................................1-9

Using the Front Panel .......................................................................1-10

MSpeed Values ............................................................................... 2-10

Menu System ....................................................................................3-1

Crossfade, Delay, and MSpeed Example ...............................................4-4

Synchronized Playback Example ..........................................................4-9

Data In and Data Out Connectors ......................................................4-10

Daisy Chaining Fixtures ....................................................................4-10

Removing the Lamp Access Cap ....................................................... A-10

Installing the Lamp.......................................................................... A-11

Lamp Optimization Screws............................................................... A-12

Device Code Upload Dialogue Box..................................................... A-14

Device Upload Status Information Window......................................... A-15

Removing the Bezel............................................................................B-2

Loosening the Lens Ring Thumb-Screw.................................................B-2

Replacing the Lens .............................................................................B-3

Locating the Color Wheels ..................................................................B-4

Factory Color Wheels and Index Positions .............................................B-5

Removing the Dichroic Glass ...............................................................B-5

Dichroic Glass Orientation...................................................................B-6

Determining The Coated Side of Dichroic Glass .....................................B-6

Locating the Litho/Effect Wheels .........................................................B-7

Factory Litho Wheel Positions..............................................................B-7

Removing the Securing Spring .............................................................B-8

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List of Tables

Lens Specifications............................................................................. I-9

Breaker Requirements ........................................................................ 1-5

DMX Starting Channels.................................................................... 1-11

Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 ......................................................... 1-13

Color Functions................................................................................. 2-2

Litho Functions ................................................................................. 2-4

Litho Rotation ................................................................................... 2-6

Frost Functions ................................................................................. 2-7

Iris Functions .................................................................................... 2-8

Strobe Functions ............................................................................... 2-9

Menu Map........................................................................................ 3-2

Display Error Messages ...................................................................... A-3

General Troubleshooting..................................................................... A-7

Upload Troubleshooting ..................................................................... A-8

DMX Values to MSpeed Times............................................................ C-1

Color Combinations ........................................................................... C-5

Calculating Beam Diameters ............................................................... C-6

Macro Functions ............................................................................... C-7

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Introduction

Congratulations and thank you for using the Studio Spot™ Automated

Projection and Effect Luminaire from Lightwave Research®.

About This Manual

This manual provides the means to setup and operate Studio Spot. This
manual is organized in the following sections:

Introduction—introduces you to this manual, provides the features,
specifications, accessories, and explains the front and side panel
functionality.

Chapter 1 Installation and Setup—explains how to install, setup, and
control the fixture.

Introduction

Chapter 2 Operation—describes how to use the fixture’s features.
Chapter 3 Menu System—provides information on using the menu system

and its functions.
Chapter 4 Preset Scenes—furnishes instructions on how to create, edit,

and playback preset scenes from the on-board memory.
Appendix A Troubleshooting and Maintenance—supplies directions for

troubleshooting problems, contacting technical support, routine
maintenance, and uploading software.

Appendix B Accessory Installation—gives instructions on installing lenses,
dichroic glass, LithoPatterns®, gobos, and effect glass.

Appendix D Important Safety Information—provides safety information in
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Danish.

Index—gives the page location(s) for pertinent terms and topics.

Manual Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

• a menu button will look like: press the <ENTER> button

• an L.E.D. display item on the front panel will look like: SET menu

• DOS prompts, computer file names, and input keyboard strokes will look like:
Type

a:\ setup.

Introduction I-1

Manual and Software Revisions

This manual and the operating software for Studio Spot are subject to
change. Please visit our web site, contact your Authorized High End
Systems dealer, or High End Systems for the latest updates.

Safety Instructions

• Heed all caution and warning messages throughout this manual and the
documentation that accompanies your fixtures.

• Servicing must be conducted by the manufacturer or other qualified service
personnel.

• Avoid allowing liquids in any form to come in contact with the fixture.

Caution and Warning Symbols

The following international symbols appear in margins throughout this
manual to highlight caution and warning messages.

Caution: This symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages. Ignoring
these messages could result in damage to equipment.

Warning: This symbol appears adjacent to High Voltage and Hazard
messages. Ignoring these messages could result in serious personal
injury.

This symbol indicates that the minimum distance to a lighted object is
1 meter.

This symbol indicates that eye protection is required.

This symbol indicates a hot surface.

This symbol indicates an explosion hazard.

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Studio Spot Feature Overview

Introduction

Switching power
supplies

USITT DMX-512
control

Convection cooling

Movement

Studio Spot features proprietary switching power sup­plies for the on-board electronics and the lamp power
supply. The fixture automatically operates on all inter
national voltages at 50 or 60 Hertz without changing a
power tap or making any adjustments.

Full control over all operating parameters of Studio
Spot is achieved via 24 channels of DMX-512 proto
col. This includes 16-bit accuracy for pan, tilt, and
gobo indexing; and 8-bit accuracy for all other parame
ters. All parameters are controlled by a built-in Motor­ola® 68340 microprocessor.

Studio Spot is convection cooled and does not use
fans. This dramatically prevents excess fog, smoke,
and dust particles from being introduced into the opti
cal system and ensures quiet performance.

The moving yoke design utilizes 16-bit pan and tilt
positioning accuracy over the 370° x 255° range of
movement. The drive systems produce extremely
smooth motion and near silent operation.

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Color capabilities

Rotating lithos and
rotating effects

Each of the two color wheels support five dichroic
glass filters plus open. Custom color filters may be
ordered from High End Systems and are easily
installed. These dichroic filters are interchangeable
with Studio Color® and Cyberlight®.

Studio Spot can project up to 35 combination patterns
using 10 rotating litho/effects (plus two open) located
on two independent wheels. Each wheel can be
independently indexed and rotated in either direction at
variable speeds. Superior optics support LithoPatterns®
at 3300 dots per inch (d.p.i.). ‘Slo’ and lenticular glass
effects are standard. Optional and custom
LithoPatterns, effect glass, and prisms are available
and are easily installed. Effect glasses are
interchangeable with Technobeam®, Technopro™,
and Technoray™ fixtures.

Introduction I-3

Custom 575 watt
discharge lamps

Studio Spot utilizes a custom MSR 575/2 lamp. The
MSR 575/2 provides a high color rendering index and a
high color temperature of 6200 K. An optional MSD
575 lamp is available for architectural applications. The
MSD 575 provides a color temperature of 5600 K and
enhanced lamp life.

Elliptical/spherical
reflector system

Special effect
functions

Factory macros

Frost

A custom elliptical/spherical reflector system (patent
pending) delivers an extraordinary (>50%) gain in light
output compared to systems in other fixtures.

Special effect functions provide color spins, random
color combinations, random gobos, or MSpeed to con
trol the color and litho wheels. The ‘blink’ function
quickly strobes the dimming system during color and/
or litho changes.

Complicated looks can be quickly programmed using
one of the 26 factory-programmed macros. Each
macro modifies a specific set of constructs to produce
a unique effect, while allowing the user to retain con
trol of all other constructs. Sequences can be created
by using an additional variable speed random macro.

A variable frost mechanism provides infinite beam dif­fusion. Thus the hard edge beam is easily softened to
create a wash effect. Frost effects include variable
periodic, random periodic, variable ramp/snap, and ran
dom ramp/snap strobes.

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Dimming

Iris

Focus

Lenses

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A smooth mechanical dimming system provides seam­less dimming without affecting the beam shape or the
color temperature output.

An independent iris can remotely manipulate the beam
diameter. Iris effects include variable periodic, random
periodic, variable ramp/snap, and random ramp/snap
strobes.

The variable remote focus lens can precisely focus on
either litho/effect wheel at any distance.

The standard lens provides an 18° beam angles.
Optional 13° and 30° lenses are available for narrow
and wide field projection. All lenses feature advanced
aberration correction. The aberration correction elimi
nates chromatic shifts, image distortion, spherical
astigmatism, and provides an impeccably flat focus
field.

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Introduction

Strobing

Internal preset scene
memory

Optical encoders

L.E.D. display

The dimming system provides instant blackout, vari­able and random speed strobes, variable and random
ramp/snap effects, and the blinking function. Addition
ally, Studio Spot can dim while strobing.

Up to 16 scenes can be programmed for playback
without a controller. Scenes can be programmed from
the front panel or ‘captured’ from DMX data. You can
playback data in stand-alone mode or synchronize play
back with up to 32 fixtures.

Studio Spot utilizes optical encoders for the pan and
tilt systems. The encoders automatically correct posi
tion(s) if the fixture is jolted from a programmed posi­tion.

A full function 15-segment four character alpha­numeric display allows the user to easily program all
functions of the fixture. A full set of diagnostic func
tions are available through the menu system. Studio
Spot can also serve as a DMX tester to view channel
values and DMX errors. The display can be remotely
turned on, off, or dimmed via DMX.

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L.E.D. status
indicators

Mounting

Stepper motors

Fixture shutdown,
lamp control, and
homing

Integral AC power
switch/breaker

Power factor
correction

Five L.E.D. indicators visually provide the status of
the lamp power supply, motor power supply, and
data.

Studio Spot can be truss mounted on 22-inch
centers in any orientation or it can be floor
mounted on its rubber feet.

All motors are digitally controlled steppers. They
provide precision control, high torque, smooth
movement, near quiet performance, and very long
life.

Fixture shutdown, lamp on/off, and homing can be
accessed remotely via DMX. You can also turn the
lamp on or off and home the fixture with the front
panel menu system.

The power switch/breaker is conveniently located on
the side of the fixture.

Studio Spot is fully power factor corrected to optimize
the light source's efficiency and deliver maximized
power economy.

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Power saving mode

When the dimming system is closed, the lamp insti­gates idle mode which decreases the wattage and
reduces heat. When the shutter is opened, the lamp
instantly returns to full power.

Ease of maintenance

Software updates

Safety

Specifications

Studio Spot has been designed for the professional
user. Studio Spot is constructed on the solid
premise of Studio Color. Changing the lamp is
quick (typically less than 30 seconds) and
convenient.

Operating software can be uploaded from the
Lightwave Research Upload Dongle, the Status
Cue® lighting console, or from another fixture,
thus keeping the fixtures constantly updated with
the latest version. The latest software version is
available through the High End Systems World
Wide Web Site.

The lamp cover is secured through its wiring harness
for additional safety. Multi-point grounding is provided
throughout for complete assurance of safe operation.
The bezel is secured to the unit by an additional safety
cable. The fixture and all electronics comply with
current UL, ETL, ETLc, CE, FCC, CSA, and EMC
standards for professional lighting fixtures.

Mechanical

Height: 713.34 mm (28.09 in.)
Width: 551.17 mm (21.7 in.)
Depth: 318 mm (12.52 in.)
Weight: 26.76 kg (59 lbs.)
For additional dimensions, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2.

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478.61 mm
(18.843 in.)

200.99 mm
(7.913 in.)

477.67 mm
(18.81 in.)

347.65 mm
(13.69 in.)

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33.27 m m
(1.31 in.)

484.63 mm
(19.08 in.)

Figure 1. Front Dimensions

305.03 mm
(12.01 in.)

566.88 mm

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39.50 mm
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Figure 2. Side Dimensions

15.88 mm
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Electrical

Rated voltage: 100–230 V.A.C.¹
Rated current: 7.0–3.0 A
Rated power: 700 W max
Rated frequency: 50/60 Hz
Max. ambient temperature, Ta: 40° C (104° F)
Max. exterior surface temperature: 200° C (392° F)
Power factor: 0.96 @ 230 V/50 Hz,

0.99 @ 100 V/60 Hz
Max. winding temperature, Tw: 130° C (266° F)
Max. capacitor temperature, Tc: 85° C (185° F)

¹Supports international voltages up to 250 V.A.C.

Optical System

Dichroic Glass

Diameter 44.323 mm ±0.25 (1.745 in. ±0.010)

Thickness 1.778 mm ±0.25 (0.070 in. ±0.010)

Note: the dichroic glass specifications for Studio Spot are identical to

Studio Color, Cyberlight, Cyberlight CX, and Cyberlight SV.

Effect Glass

Diameter: 36.322 mm ±0.25 (1.430 in. ±0.010

Image area: 31.750 mm ±0.25 (1.250 in. ±0.010)

Thickness: 3.175 mm ±0.25 (0.125 in. ±0.010)

Note: the effect glass specifications for Studio Spot are identical to

Technobeam, Technopro, and Technoray.

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LithoPatterns

Resolution: 3300 d.p.i.

Diameter: 36.449 mm ± 0.15 (1.435 in. ±0.006)

Image area: 31.750 mm ±0.25 (1.250 in. ±0.010)

Thickness: 1.778 mm ±0.25 (0.070 in. ±0.010)

Note: use the above specifications for metal gobos.

Lenses

Table 1: Lens Specifications

Introduction

Lens

Minimum Focal

Distance

Effective

Focal Length

F-Stop Elements

13º 1 M - ∞ 140 mm 1:2 4

18º 1 M - ∞ 100 mm 1:1.6 4

30º 1 M - ∞ 60 mm 1:1.8 5

Note: to determine which lens best suits your application, refer to

"Calculating Beam Diameters" on page C-6.

WARNING: risk of fire. Never light objects closer than 1 M.

Lamps

Lamp type: Philips® MSR 575/2 or

Philips MSD 575

MSR 575/2 color temperature: 6500 Kelvin

MSD 575 color temperature: 5600 Kelvin

WARNING: use only M Series, GX 9.5 Base, 575 watt, metal halide type lamp.

Notes: the above lamps were specifically designed for use in Studio Spot

and Studio Color. Additionally, mixing MSR 575/2 and MSD 575
lamp types will result in undesirable color points between fixtures.

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Communication

Protocol: USITT DMX-512
Start code: 00h
Maximum load: 21 fixtures per DMX link
Required channels: 24
Termination: 120 Ω

Compliance

Studio Spot is compliant to the following standards:

• UL 1572, Third Edition

• CAN/CSA 22.2 Number 9, 1989

• EN 60598-1 : 1993

• EN 60598-2-17 : 1989 A1-A3 : 1993

• EN 55022, 1987 Class A ITE

• IEC 801-2, 1991 Level 2 (4/8 kV)

• IEC 801-3, 1991 Draft 5 Level 2 (3 V/m)

• IEC 801-4, 1988 Level 2 (1 kV/0.5 kV)

• FCC-Class A digital device

Accessories

The following subsections provide the accessories that are currently
available for Studio Spot by category. Their corresponding part number is
listed in the right column.

Cables and Connectors

10-foot heavy duty data cable with Neutrik XLRs 55050005
25-foot heavy duty data cable with Neutrik XLRs 55050006
50-foot heavy duty data cable with Neutrik XLRs 55050007
100-foot heavy duty data cable with Neutrik XLRs 55050008
Male XLR terminator 90404039
Neutrik 5/3 pin and 3/5 pin XLR convertor set 55050015

Controllers and Upload Devices

Status Cue® Lighting Console 22020002
Lightwave Research Upload Dongle 26040002

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Dichroic Filters

Aqua† 80510171
Blue 80510116
Dark Blue 80510061
CTO†† 80510246
Cyan† 80510244
Light Cyan† 80510245
Green 80510117
Indigo† 80510248
Magenta† 80510242
Orange 80510060

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Pink† 80510243
Purple 80510063
Red 80510170
Yellow† 80510247
Light Yellow† 80510241

† Factory installed.

Note: custom colors are available from High End Systems. Contact your

authorized dealer or High End Systems for ordering information.

Lenses

13° narrow field lens 80160029
18° standard field lens (factory installed) 80160030
30° wide field lens 80160031

Literature

Studio Spot User’s Manual 60600093
Studio Spot Quick Reference Card 60600119

Mounting Hardware

Cheeseborough clamp 55040014
Safety cable 12040001
Rubber feet 90410089

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LithoPatterns and Effects

Hollywood Stars† 14040125
Shatters† 14040126
Wavy Tunnel (indigo)† 14040127
Pickup Sticks 14040128
Lava (cyan)† 14040137
Lava (magenta)† 14040138
Triwing† 14040129
Building Blocks† 14040130
Studio Wedges 14040131
Gatlin Gun (red)† 14040136
Jax† 14040135
Lenticular Effect Glass† 80530031
Hammered Effect Glass 80530028
Slo Effect Glass† 80530029
Five Facet Prism 99090035

† Factory installed.

Notes: additional and custom LithoPatterns® and effect glass are available

from High End Systems. A complete catalogue is available on the High
End Systems web site. Contact your authorized dealer or distributor
for ordering information. The cyan and magenta Lava lithos are
combined to make up the Lava litho.

Road Cases

Keal road case for one fixture 39070001
Keal road case for two fixtures 39070002

Lamps

Philips MSR 575/2 lamp 55030052
Philips MSD 575 lamp 55030050
Note: the above lamps were specifically designed for High End Systems, Inc.

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Front and Side Panel Functionality

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A- Motor power supply indicator. This LED is on when the motor power supply

has voltage.

B- Lamp power supply indicator. This LED is on when the lamp is on, off if the

lamp is turned off, or flashing if there is a malfunction.

C- 5V supply indicator. This LED is on when the logic board is supplied with +5

volts.

D- Transmit data indicator. This LED is on when the fixture is the bus master (not

the controller), when the fixture is the master during a crossload, and during
preset playback.

E- Receive data indicator. This LED flickers to reflect received data.
F- 15-segment four character alpha-numeric L.E.D. display. The display provides

data, status, and internal diagnostic features.

G- <MENU> button. This button unlocks the menu system and backs out of the

current field.

H- <ENTER> button. This button enters the current field and stores data.
I- Down button. This button scrolls downward through data fields and values.
J- Up button. This button scrolls upward through data fields and values.

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K- Line cord.
L- DATA OU T connector.
M- DATA IN connector.
N- Breaker/power switch.

DANGER: INTENSE HEAT.

WARNING: DO NOT MOUNT ON A NORMALLY
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SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
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ATTENTION: IMPROPRE A L'USAGE
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CAUTION: MAINTAIN 1M SEPARATION
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Chapter 1 Installation and Setup

In this chapter you will:

S unpack the fixture (1-1)
S register your fixture (1-2)
S construct a road case (1-3)
S construct a line cord cap (1-5)
S learn the power requirements (1-6)
S construct a data cable (1-6)
S construct a terminator (1-7)
S mount the fixture (1-7)
S connect data cables (1-9)
S power on the fixture (1-10)
S address the fixture (1-10)
S control the fixture with DMX 512 (1-12)

Unpacking Studio Spot

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Installation and

In this section you will unpack your Studio Spot and verify that it arrived
complete and without any damage.

Save the shipping materials. Do not discard the shipping carton and packing
materials. The carton and packing materials are specifically designed to
protect the fixture during transport.

If you ever need to return a product for repair or maintenance, you must
return it in its original shipping carton and packing materials. If you return
your Studio Spot in a non-factory shipping carton or non-factory packing
materials, you will be billed for the materials.

Note: before returning anything to the factory, be sure to call your High End

Systems Dealer/Distributor for a Return Material Authorization Number.
The High End Systems cannot accept any goods shipped without an RMA
number. Refer to “Acquiring Technical Support” on page A-2.

Inspecting the Contents

The shipping carton contains the following items:

• Studio Spot fixture

• Philips MSR 575/2 lamp installed in the fixture

• Studio Spot User’s Manual

• Studio Spot Quick Reference Card

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Inspecting the Fixture

After unpacking the box, complete the following procedure to inspect the
fixture:

1. Place the fixture upright on a flat surface.

2. Inspect the fixture for physical damage.

3. Remove the bezel by releasing the two latches located in the middle of
the fixture head. Refer to Figure 1.1.

latch

4. Remove the safety cable from its latch and set the bezel aside.

5. Inspect the inside of the optical assembly for any visible damage to
glass components.

6. Replace the bezel, secure the safety cable to its clamp, and relatch the
bezel.

Registering Your Product

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latch

It is extremely important that you register your Studio Spot with High End
Systems. To register your fixture, have your serial number(s) handy and
call toll free at 888-696-5711 or register on-line at http://info.highend.com/
service/service.html.

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Road Cases

If Studio Spot fixtures will be transported after they are unpacked from
their original shipping box, a professional road case is strongly
recommended. Road cases can be purchased from High End Systems or
constructed in accordance to the information in this section.

Minimum Material Requirements

Use the following materials to construct the road case:

• 3/4-inch pressed plywood

• 4 pound polyethylene foam

• steel or aluminum rivets

Construction Requirements

The road case must be constructed in a manner that supports the base and
the handles with the head pointed down and the yoke rotated 90°. Refer to
Figure 1.2 and Figure 1.3.

Caution: allow a small gap in the foam around the heat sink to ensure that the

foam is not damaged by the heat from the fixture.

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foam

foam over wood

supporting handles

fixture base

case exterior

supporting base

foam over wood

Figure 1.2 Road Case Construction Overhead View

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Note: do not scale the figures to design your road cases. They are provided for

informational purposes only.

Before Beginning Installation

Before you begin the installation read the following safety precautions:

• Disconnect the fixture from power before removing the bezel or changing the
lamp.

• Allow the unit to cool for at least five minutes before removing cover or
accessing the lamp.

• Wear protective gloves and goggles when working inside the unit.

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Power and Breaker Requirements

Studio Spot automatically senses and adjusts itself to input voltages from
90–250 volts (which is ±10% of its rated voltages) and frequencies of 50
or 60 Hz. Due to variances between breaker types and manufacturers,
wiring should be sized in accordance to the electrical code where the
fixture(s) will be operated. Breakers should include 20 amp maximum
branch circuit protection. A guideline for determining the number of
fixtures that can be powered per breaker is shown in Table 1-1.

Table 1.1: Breaker Requirements

Voltage Fixtures Per 20 A Breaker

100 2

110 3

200-208 5

220-240 6

Line Cord Cap Construction

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Installation and

Studio Spot is shipped without a line cord cap attached. Secure the line
cord to a line cord cap in accordance with the following code:

• green and yellow– earth

• blue– neutral

• brown– live
In the United States, use an integral cord grip that is rated either at 125 V

20 A (NEMA 5-20) or 250 V 20 A (NEMA 6-20), depending on the
available supply.

United Kingdom Line Cord Cap Construction

In the United Kingdom, as the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this
equipment may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

• The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
symbol, or coloured green or green and yellow.

• The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which
is marked with the letter

• The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter

WARNING: class I equipment. This equipment must be earthed.

N or coloured black.

L or coloured red.

E or by the earth

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Constructing Data Cables

Studio Spot uses standard 3-pin XLR connectors. You should use cable that
meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications with characteristics
listed below:

• 2-conductor, twisted pair plus a shield

• maximum capacitance between conductors - 30 pF/ft.

• maximum capacitance between conductor & shield - 55 pF/ft.

• maximum resistance of 20 W/1000 ft.

• nominal impedance 100–140 W

• 22–24 AWG with insulation having a dielectric rating of 300 volts or higher
An example of a cable that meets the above specification is Belden® 9841.

Construct data cables using shielded, two conductor cable with a male 3­pin XLR connector at one end and a female 3-pin XLR connector on the
other end. Refer to Figure 1.4.

grounding lug
(inside XLR shell)

common
(cable shield)

12

3

XLR Shell

negative

positive

grounding lug

2

1

3

(inside XLR shell)

common
(cable shield)

Figure 1.4 Data Cable Construction

Test each cable with a volt-ohm meter for correct polarity and ensure that
the negative and positive pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield.
Ensure that pin 1 is the shield. If your DMX controller uses 5-pin data
cables, you will need to construct or purchase a 5-pin to 3-pin adapter.

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Constructing Terminators

DMX-512 protocol recommends terminating resistors be used on the last
fixture on the link. You will need the following items to construct a
terminator:

• Male 3-pin XLR connector

• 120 Ω resistor (¼ watt minimum)
To construct a terminator, complete the following procedure:

1. Disassemble the male XLR connector.

2. Solder a 120 Ω resistor between pins 2 and 3. Refer to Figure 1.5.

Ω

0

2

1

2

1

3

Figure 1.5 Terminator Construction

3. Reassemble the XLR connector.

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Fixture Mounting

Studio Spot may be mounted on the upright on a floor or at any angle on a
truss. Complete the instructions in the following subsections to mount the
fixture properly.

WARNING: keep flammable materials at least 1 M away from fixture. Do not light

objects closer than 1 M.

Floor Mounting

To mount a fixture on the floor, ensure that the rubber feet are installed on
the base of the fixture and place it upright on a flat surface. Refer to

1.6.

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Caution: do not mount a fixture on the floor without the rubber feet installed.

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Truss Mounting

Studio Spot can be mounted in any orientation on 22-inch centers. To mount
the fixture on a truss, you will need the following equipment:

• (2) safety cables

• (2) Cheeseborough clamps (recommended) or other mounting hardware
Complete the following procedure to mount the fixture to a truss:

1. Lay the fixture on its side and attach the mounting hardware the center
holes on the base. Refer to Figure 1.7.

center holes

Figure 1.7 Attaching Mounting Hardware

2. Install the fixture on the truss and secure the mounting hardware.

3. Connect the safety cable ends by looping the cable over the truss,
running it through an outer hole on the base of the fixture, around the
handle, and out the other outer hole. Refer to Figure 1.8. Repeat this
step to install another safety cable on the other side of the fixture.

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Caution: do not place safety cables through the lower plate that connects to the

fixture yoke. Doing so may cause interference with the fixture’s pan
movement.

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Figure 1.8 Safety Cable Installation

Data Cabling

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You may connect up to 21 uniquely addressed fixtures per DMX link or up
to 32 fixtures for synchronized playback of the internal presets. To
connect the data cables, complete the following procedure:

1. Connect the data cable from the controller to the DATA IN connector
located on the side of the first fixture. Refer to Figure 1.9.

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DATA OUT

DANGER: INTENSE HEAT.

WARNING: DO NOT MOUNT ON A NORMALLY
FLAMMABLE SURFACE. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
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ATTENTION: IMPROPRE A L'USAGE
DOMESTIQUE. EMPLACEMENTS SECS.
CAUTION: MAINTAIN 1M SEPARATION
BETWEEN FIXTURE AND FLAMMABLE
MATERIALS. SURFACE TEMPERATURE MAY
REACH 200° C (t =40°C). NOT FOR

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Figure 1.9 Data In and Data Out Connectors

Note: if you are cabling for synchronized preset playback, do not connect a

controller unless you intend to capture DMX data.

2. Daisy chain additional fixtures by connecting cables from the DATA OUT
connector to the DATA IN connectors on subsequent fixtures. Refer to
Figure 1.10.

to additional
fixtures

terminate last
fixture

POWER

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CAUTION: MAINTAIN 1M SEPARATION BETWEEN
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3. Install a terminator in the DATA OUT connector of the last fixture on each

DMX link.

Caution: failure to terminate the last fixture on each link can result in erratic

operation.

Note: if you are not using a controller to capture data for synchronized playback,

it is recommended that you install terminators on the first fixture’s

DATA IN

connector and the last fixture’s DATA OUT connector.

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Powering On the Fixture

To power on the fixture, complete the following procedure:

1. Connect AC mains (power) to the fixture.

2. Turn on the breaker located next to the line cord on the side of the fixture.
Refer to Figure 1.9. The fixture will home.

Notes: if any error messages are present on the display, refer to Troubleshooting

in Appendix A. If the fixture was left in preset playback mode, indicated
by cycling PRST on the display and a dot in the lower right of the
display, the fixture will begin playback of the preset scenes.

Tip: to skip the homing process, simultaneously hold down the <MENU> and

<ENTER> buttons immediately after applying power to the fixture.

Setting the Fixture Address

Use the following subsections to set the fixture address. Fixtures may be
addressed by fixture number (1-21) or by DMX starting channel number (1-489).
Either way, each fixture uses 24 DMX channels.

Fixture Number Mode

To address Studio Spot by fixture number, complete the following procedure:

1. Apply power to the fixture.

2. Observe the display on the front of the fixture. Initially, it will display

SPOT, the software version (V xxx), and then the fixture number
(F 01). Refer to Figure 1.11.

Figure 1.11 Using the Front Panel

3. Press and hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR. Press

<ENTER> to manipulate the address field.

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4. Using the up and down keys, set the fixture number from F 01 to
F 21. The display will flash when it is moved from the stored value.

5. Press <ENTER> to store the fixture number. The display will stop
flashing.

Note: if <ENTER> is not pressed, the unit will not store the fixture number.

6. Press <MENU> to exit the menu.

DMX Starting Channel Mode

To address Studio Spot by DMX starting channel, complete the following
procedure:

1. Press and hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down keys, scroll to the SET field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down keys, scroll to the CHNL field and press
<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down keys, scroll to the dMX field and press
<ENTER>. Press <MENU> twice to back out to the AddR
(address) field.

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Setup

Installation and

5. Press <ENTER> to address the fixture.

6. Using the up and down keys, set a starting channel from C001 to
C489. Refer to Table 1.2 for assistance. The display will flash when
it is moved from the stored value.

Table 1.2: DMX Starting Channels

Fixture

#

1 1 8 169 15 337

2 25 9 193 16 361

3 49 10 217 17 385

4 73 11 241 18 409

5 97 12 265 19 433

6 121 13 289 20 457

7 145 14 313 21 481

DMX

Starting

Channel

Fixture

#

DMX

Starting

Channel

Fixture

#

DMX

Starting

Channel

Caution: if an incorrect address is given, channels could overlap and produce

erratic results.

Chapter 1 Installation and Setup 1-11

7. Press <ENTER> to store the desired starting channel. The display will

stop flashing.

Note: if <ENTER> is not pressed, the unit will not store the starting channel.

8. Press and hold <MENU> to exit the menu.

Controlling Studio Spot With DMX

Studio Spot may be controlled by 8- or 16-bit DMX controllers. Chapter 2
discusses Studio Spot operation with its protocol in detail. Use the Table

1.3 to control Studio Spot via DMX.
Note: Studio Spot’s protocol, software, and documentation are subject to

change. Visit the High End Systems web site at http://
www.studiospot.com for the latest updates.

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Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

Hex

Fader

Percent

0-13

14-27

28-3B

0-7

8-15

16-23

0-19

20-39

40-59

Indexed Mode

Color 1

Color 1 and 2

Color 2

Position

3C-4E

24-30

60-78

Color 2 and 3

4F-62

31-38

79-98

Color 3

63-76

39-46

99-118

Color 3 and 4

77-89

47-53

119-

Color 4

8A-9D

54-61

137

Color 4 and 5

9E-B1

62-69

138-

Color 5

B2-C4

70-76

157

Color 5 and 6

C5-D8

77-84

158-

Color 6

D9-EC

ED-FF

85-92

93-100

177

178-

Color 6 and 1

Color 1

02B5580AAD5FF

01633506683100

196

197-

216

217-

Continuously Variable

Mode

Color 1

236

Color 2

237-

Color 3

255

Color 4

Color 5

Color 6

04385

Color 1

Continuously Variable

0-34FF

0-12100

128

Forward Spin Mode

Spin stop

0-34FF

0-34FF

1

1

Setup

Installation and
Installation and

0-12100

170

213

255

Spin forward slowest

Spin forward fastest

Continuously Variable

Reverse Spin Mode

Spin stop

0-34255

Spin reverse slowest

Spin reverse fastest

0-12100

Random Mode

Random stop

Random slowest

0-34255

Random fastest

Setup

0-34255

DMX Function Description Decimal

Hex

Fader

6 Color Wheel 1

0-1F

2D-2F

30-3F

40-4F

50-57

58-5F

60-6F

70-7F

80-9F

A0-AF

B0-BF

C0-CF

D0-D7

D8-DF

E0-EF

F0-FF

Percent

0-255 0-100 0-FF

(8-bit controllers use

only high byte)

0-255 0-100 0-FF

(8-bit controllers use

only high byte)

0-12

13-18

0-31

32-47

Full Speeds

Indexed

Forward spin

16-24

25-30

31-33

48-63

64-79

80-87

Reverse spin

Continuous

Fast scan

34-37

88-95

Slow scan

37-43

44-49

96-111

112-

Random

Blink-indexed

127

MSpeed Controlled

50-62

63-68

69-74

128-

159

Indexed

Forward spin

Reverse spin

75-80

81-83

160-

175

Continuous

Fast scan

84-87

176-

Slow scan

88-93

94-100

191

192-

Random

Blink-indexed

207

208-

215

216-

223

224-

239

240-

255

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6

Function

DMX Function Description Decimal

1 Pan MSB Coarse Positioning

2 Pan LSB Fine Positioning 0-255 0-100 0-FF

3 Tilt MSB Coarse Positioning

4 Tilt LSB Fine Positioning 0-255 0-100 0-FF

5 Color Wheel 1

Chapter 1 Installation and Setup 1-13

2

2

8

Hex

Fader

Percent

080F161D242B323940484F565D646B727980888F969DA4ABB2B9C1C8CFD3DAE4EBF2

035811141619222528303336394144475053555861646669727578808386899194

F9

97

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

DMX Function Description Decimal

Hex

08152229364350576472798693100

Combined Continuous

Mode

Color 1

Color 2

Color 3

Color 4

Color 5

Color 6

Color 7

Color 8

Color 9

Color 10

Color 1 Wheel

Position

6

cont.

0-6

7-0D

0E-14

15-1B

1C-22

23-29

2A-2F

30-36

37-3D

3E-44

45-4B

Color 11

4C-52

Color 12

53-59

Color 13

5A-60

Color 14

61-67

Color 15

68-6E

107

Color 16

6F-75

114

Color 17

76-7C

121

Color 18

7D-82

128

Color 19

83-89

136

Color 20

8A-90

143

Color 21

91-97

150

Color 22

98-9E

157

Color 23

9F-A5

164

Color 24

A6-AC

171

Color 25

AD-B3

178

Color 26

B4-BA

185

Color 27

BB-C1

193

Color 28

C2-C8

200

Color 29

C9-CF

207

Color 30

D0-D2

214

Color 31

D3-D9

221

228

Color 32

Color 33

DA-E3

E4-EA

235

242

Color 34

Color 35

EB-F1

F2-F8

249

Color 36

F9-FF

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

Fader

Percent

0-2

3-5

6-7

8-10

11-13

14-16

17-18

19-21

22-23

24-26

27-29

30-32

33-34

35-37

38-40

41-42

43-45

46-48

49-50

51-53

54-56

57-58

59-61

61-64

65-67

68-69

70-72

73-75

76-78

79-80

81-83

84-85

86-88

89-91

92-94

95-96

97-100

0-6

7-13

14-20

21-27

28-34

35-41

42-47

48-54

55-61

62-68

69-75

76-82

83-89

90-96

97-103

104-

110

111-

117

118-

124

125-

130

131-

137

138-

144

145-

151

152-

158

159-

165

166-

172

173-

179

180-

186

187-

193

194-

200

201-

207

208-

213

214-

220

221-

227

Combined Mode

Color 1

Color 2

Color 3

Color 4

Color 5

Color 6

Color 7

Color 8

Color 9

Color 10

Color 11

Color 12

Color 13

Color 14

Color 15

Color 16

Color 17

Color 18

Color 19

Color 20

Color 21

Color 22

Color 23

Color 24

Color 25

Color 26

Color 27

Color 28

Color 29

Color 30

Color 31

Color 32

Color 33

Color 34

Color 35

Color 36

Color 1

Color Wheel 1

Position

DMX Function Description Decimal

6

cont.

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Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

Hex

Fader

Percent

Indexed Modes

0-13

14-27

0-7

8-15

0-19

20-39

Color 1

Color 1/2

Position

28-3B

16-23

40-59

Color 2

3C-4E

24-30

60-78

Color 2/3

4F-62

31-38

79-98

Color 3

63-76

77-89

39-46

47-53

99-118

119-

Color 3/4

Color 4

8A-9D

9E-B1

54-61

62-69

137

138-

Color 4/5

Color 5

B2-C4

C5-D8

70-76

77-84

157

158-

Color 5/6

Color 6

D9-EC

ED-FF

85-92

93-100

177

178-

Color 6/1

Color 1

02B5580AAD5FF

01633506683100

196

197-

216

217-

Continuously Variable

Mode

Color 1

236

Color 2

237-

Color 3

255

Color 4

Color 5

Color 6

04385

Color 1

Continuously Variable

0-34FF

0-12100

128

Forward Spin Mode

Spin stop

0-34FF

0-34FF

1

1

Setup

Installation and
Installation and

0-12100

170

213

255

Spin forward slowest

Spin forward fastest

Continuously Variable

Reverse Spin Mode

Spin stop

0-34255

Spin reverse slowest

Spin reverse fastest

0-12100

Random Mode

Random stop

Random slowest

0-34255

Random fastest

Setup

0-34255

DMX Function Description Decimal

Hex

Fader

8 Color Wheel 2

0-F

10-1F

2D-2F

30-3F

40-4F

50-57

58-5F

60-6F

70-7F

Percent

0-5

6-12

13-18

16-24

25-30

31-33

34-37

37-43

44-49

0-15

16-31

32-47

48-63

64-79

80-87

88-95

96-111

112-

Full Speeds

Combined Operation

Indexed

Forward spin

Reverse spin

Continuous

Fast scan

Slow scan

Random

Blink (indexed)

127

MSpeed Controlled

80-9F

A0-AF

B0-BF

C0-CF

50-62

63-68

69-74

75-80

128-

159

160-

Indexed

Forward spin

Reverse spin

Continuous

D0-D7

81-83

175

Fast scan

D8-DF

84-87

176-

Slow scan

E0-EF

F0-FF

88-93

94-100

191

192-

Random

Blink (indexed)

207

208-

215

216-

223

224-

239

240-

255

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

DMX Function Description Decimal

Function

7 Color Wheel 2

Chapter 1 Installation and Setup 1-15

Hex

Fader

Percent

0-FF

0-100

0-34FF

0-12100

0-34FF

0-12100

07F80

04950

FF

100

0

FF

0

100

0-34FF

0-12100

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

DMX Function Description Decimal

Hex

0-255

Indexed Mode

Variable Forward Rotate

Mode

Rotation High

Byte

11 Litho Wheel 1

0-0F

10-1F

20-2F

0-34225

Rotate stop

Rotate forward slowest

30-3F

40-4F

0-34225

Rotate forward fastest

Variable Reverse Rotate

Mode

Rotate stop

Rotate reverse slowest

Rotate reverse fastest

50-6F

60-6F

70-7F

80-8F

90-9F

A0-AF

0

127

128

255

Continuously Variable

Wheel Spin Mode

Fastest forward spin

Slowest forward spin

Slowest reverse spin

Fastest reverse spin

B0-BF

C0-CF

D0-DF

E0-EF

F0-FF

0

255

Scan Mode

Scan slowest

Scan fastest

0-34255

Random Mode

Random stop

Random slowest

Random fastest

Indexed Mode 0-255 0-100 0-FF

Rotation Low

Byte

12 Litho Wheel 1

0-24

25-49

4A-6D

6E-92

93-B6

B7-D8

D9-FF

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

Fader

Percent

0-5

6-12

13-18

19-24

25-30

31-37

38-42

43-49

50-55

56-62

63-68

69-74

75-80

81-87

88-93

DMX Function Description Decimal

0-15

16-31

32-47

Full Speed

Indexed

Forward rotate

Reverse rotate

Function

9 Litho Wheel 1

48-63

64-79

Wheel spin

Scan

80-95

96-111

Random

Blink wheel (indexed)

112-

127

Blink aperture (indexed)

128-

MSpeed Controlled

Indexed

Forward rotate

143

144-

159

Reverse rotate

Wheel spin

Scan

160-

175

Random

Blink wheel (indexed)

94-100

176-

191

Blink aperture (indexed)

192-

207

208-

223

224-

239

0-14

15-28

29-42

43-57

58-71

72-85

86-100

240-

255

0-36

37-73

74-109

110-

146

147-

182

183-

219

220-

255

Position 0

Position 1

Position 2

Position 3

Position 4

Position 5

Position 0

Position

10 Litho Wheel 1

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Hex

Fader

Percent

0-FF

0-100

0-34FF

0-12100

0-34FF

0-12100

07F80

04950

FF

100

0

FF

0-34FF

1

1

Setup

Installation and
Installation and

0

100

0-12100

Setup

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

DMX Function Description Decimal

Hex

0-255

Indexed Mode

Variable Forward Rotate

Mode

rotation high

byte

15 Litho wheel 2

0-0F

10-1F

20-2F

0-34225

Rotate stop

Rotate forward slowest

30-3F

40-4F

0-34225

Rotate forward fastest

Variable Reverse Rotate

Mode

Rotate stop

Rotate reverse slowest

Rotate reverse fastest

50-6F

60-6F

70-7F

80-8F

90-9F

A0-AF

0

127

128

255

Continuously Variable

Wheel Spin Mode

Fastest forward spin

Slowest forward spin

Slowest reverse spin

Fastest reverse spin

B0-BF

C0-CF

D0-DF

E0-EF

F0-FF

0

255

Scan Mode

Scan slowest

Scan fastest

0-34255

Random Mode

Random stop

Random slowest

Random fastest

Indexed Mode 0-255 0-100 0-FF

Rotation Low

Byte

16 Litho Wheel 2

0-24

25-49

4A-6D

6E-92

93-B6

B7-D8

D9-FF

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

Fader

Percent

0-5

6-12

13-18

19-24

25-30

31-37

38-42

43-49

50-55

56-62

63-68

69-74

75-80

81-87

88-93

DMX Function Description Decimal

0-15

16-31

32-47

Full Speed

Indexed

Forward rotate

Reverse rotate

Function

13 Litho Wheel 2

48-63

64-79

Wheel spin

Scan

80-95

96-111

Random

Blink wheel (indexed)

112-

127

Blink aperture (indexed)

128-

MSpeed Controlled

Indexed

Forward rotate

143

144-

159

Reverse rotate

Wheel spin

Scan

160-

175

Random

Blink wheel (indexed)

94-100

176-

191

Blink aperture (indexed)

192-

207

208-

223

224-

239

0-14

15-28

29-42

43-57

58-71

72-85

86-100

240-

255

0-36

37-73

74-109

110-

146

147-

182

183-

219

220-

255

Position 0

Position 1

Position 2

Position 3

Position 4

Position 5

Position 0

Position

14 Litho Wheel 2

Chapter 1 Installation and Setup 1-17

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

Hex

Fader

Percent

0-1F

0-12

0-31

20-3F

13-24

32-63

Periodic strobes

40-5F

60-7F

80-9F

A0-BF

C0-DF

E0-FF

25-37

38-49

50-62

63-74

75-87

88-100

64-95

96-127

128-

159

160-

191

192-

223

Random strobes

Ramp open/ snap shut

Snap open/ ramp shut

Random ramp open/

snap shut

Random snap open/

ramp shut

Open

224-

0

FF

0-34FF

0

100

0-12100

255

0

255

0-34255

Open

longest (252.7 sec.)

shortest (0.15 sec.)

DMX Function Description Decimal

Hex

Fader

20 Shutter Closed

0

1-7F

80-8F

90-9F

A0-AF

B0-BF

C0-CF

D0-DF

E0-EF

FO-FF

Percent

0

1-49

50-55

56-62

63-68

69-74

75-80

81-87

88-93

94-100

0

1-127

128-

143

144-

159

160-

175

176-

191

192-

207

Variable frost

Full frost

Periodic frost strobes

Random frost strobes

Ramp open/ snap shut

Snap open/ ramp shut

Random ramp/ snap

Random snap/ ramp

Open

21 Dim Closed

22 MSpeed Controller crossfade

0

FF

0

1-7F

80-8F

90-9F

A0-AF

B0-BE

BF-CF

DD-DC

E0-EF

F0-FF

0

100

0

1-49

50-55

56-62

63-68

69-74

75-80

81-87

88-93

94-100

208-

223

224-

239

240-

255

0

256

0

1-127

128-

143

144-

159

160-

175

176-

191

192-

207

208-

223

224-

239

240-

255

Focus image farther

Variable

Open

Periodic strobes

Random strobes

Ramp open/ snap shut

Snap open/ ramp shut

Random ramp/ snap

Random snap/ ramp

Open

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

DMX Function Description Decimal

17 Frost No frost

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18 Focus Focus image closer

19 Iris Closed

Table 1.3: Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 (Continued)

DMX Function Description Decimal

Fader

Percent

Hex

1

Setup

Installation and

23 Factory

Macros

No macro
Macro 1
Macro 2
Macro 3
Macro 4
Macro 5
Macro 6
Macro 7
Macro 8
Macro 9
Macro 10
Macro 11
Macro 12
Macro 13
Macro 14
Macro 15
Macro 16
Macro 17
Macro 18
Macro 19
Macro 20
Macro 21
Macro 22
Macro 23
Macro 24
Macro 25
Macro 26
Variable speed random
macros
No macro

0-7
8-15
16-23
24-31
32-39
40-47
48-55
56-63
64-71
72-79
80-87
88-95
96-103
104­111
112­119
120­127
128­135
136­143
144­151
152­159
160­167
168­175
176­183
184­191
192­199
200­207
208­215

0-2
3-5
6-9
10-12
13-15
16-18
19-21
22-24
25-27
28-30
31-34
35-37
38-40
41-43
44-46
47-49
50-52
53-55
56-59
60-62
63-65
66-68
69-71
72-74
75-77
78-80
81-84

85-96
97-100

0-7
8-0F
10-17
18-1F
20-27
28-2F
30-37
38-3F
40-47
48-4F
50-57
58-5F
60-67
68-6F
70-77
78-7F
80-87
88-8F
90-97
98-9F
A0-A7
A8-AF
B0-B7
B8-BF
C0-C7
C8-CF
DD-D4

D5-F7
F8-FF

24 Control¹ Safe

Disable MSpeed for pan
and tilt
Display off
Display dim
Display bright
Home
Lamp on
Lamp off
Shutdown
Reserved

216­247
248­255

0-9

10-19
20-28
30-38
40-48
60-68
80-88
90-98
120­130
131­255

0-3

4-7
8-11
12-14
15-18
23-26
31-34
35-38
46-50
51-100

0-9

OA-13
14-1C
1E-26
28-30
3C-44
50-58
5A-62
78-82
83-FF

Chapter 1 Installation and Setup 1-19

¹ Note: the shutter must be closed to access control channel.

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Chapter 2 Operation

In this chapter you will use:

S pan and tilt (2-1)
S color functions (2-2)
S color positioning (2-3)
S litho functions (2-4)
S litho positioning (2-5)
S frost (2-7)
S focus (2-7)
S iris (2-8)
S strobing (2-9)
S dim (2-9)
S MSpeed (2-10)
S macros (2-11)
S pan and tilt when MSpeed is disabled (2-11)
S remote display adjustment (2-12)
S remote homing (2-12)
S remote lamp functions (2-13)
S remote shutdown (2-13)

2

2

Operation

Pan and Tilt

Studio Spot has the capability of 370° pan and 255° tilt movement. DMX
channels 1 and 3 provide coarse positioning of approximately 1°, while
channels 2 and 4 provide fine positioning between the 1° steps.

The MSpeed construct provides 16-bit internal processing of pan and tilt
movement to provide extremely smooth motion between programmed
positions. By default, MSpeed is enabled on the pan and tilt systems.
However, you can disable MSpeed on pan and tilt systems and allow your
controller to crossfade the fixture. Refer to "Disabling MSpeed for Pan and
Tilt" on page 2-11.

Optical encoders for the pan and tilt systems instantly correct positions if
the fixture is jarred from its programmed position. The fixture will attempt
to correct the position(s) numerous times before it times out. The time-out
prevents wear on the motor and belt systems in the event of a physical
obstruction. If a fixture times out, remove the obstruction and home the
fixture to return it to operation.

Chapter 2 Operation 2-1

Color Functions

Color functions determine how each color wheel moves. Each color
function can run at full speed (eight functions) or MSpeed (eight
functions).

Color functions are controlled by DMX channel 5 for color wheel 1 and
channel 7 for color wheel 2. To simplify programming, you can use
combined mode. In combined mode, set channel 7 to combined mode (0-

15) and use channel 5 to assign the color function to both wheels
simultaneously.

Refer to Table 2.1 for the available color functions and descriptions.

Table 2.1: Color Functions

Function Description

Indexed Allows the color wheel(s) to take the quickest path

and snap to whole and half colors.

Forward spin Allows variable speed forward spins.

Reverse spin Allows variable speed reverse spins.

Continuous Allows the wheel to rotate continually for one com-

plete revolution (0-360°). Combined continuous
mode rotates both wheels to allow all 36 positions to
be reached.

Fast scan Allows fast scans between whole and half colors.

Slow scan Allows slow scans between whole and half colors.

Random Allows variable speed random color selection.

Blink-indexed¹ Allows the dim flags to quickly close during color

change. The flags will instantly reopen when the next
programmed position is reached.

¹ Long crossfade and MSpeed times could result in undesirable effects as there will be no

light output.

Note: combined mode will not allow colors to be combined with the aqua or

indigo positions because they do not mix.

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Color Wheel Positioning

Color wheel positioning controls the movement of the colors wheels, thus
allowing you to select the desired color. Color wheel positioning is
controlled by DMX channel 6 for color wheel 1 and channel 8 for wheel 2
(unless combined mode is used). Refer to "Color Combinations" on page
C-5 for a list of combined colors with the factory color wheels.

The factory color wheels contain the following dichroic colors:
Color Wheel 1

• Position 1- white (open)

• Position 2- yellow

• Position 3- full CTO (color temperature orange)

• Position 4- aqua

• Position 5- pink

• Position 6- magenta
Note: color wheel 1 is physically located closest to the lamp.

Color Wheel 2

• Position 1- white (open)

• Position 2- cyan

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• Position 3- light cyan

• Position 4- indigo

• Position 5- pink

• Position 6- magenta

Chapter 2 Operation 2-3

Litho Functions

Litho functions determine how each litho wheel moves. Each litho function
can run at full speed (eight functions) or MSpeed (eight functions).

Litho functions are controlled by DMX channel 9 for litho wheel 1 and
channel 13 for wheel 2.

Refer to Table 2.2 for the available litho functions and descriptions.

Table 2.2: Litho Functions

Function Description

Indexed Allows the litho wheel to be indexed (rotated) to the

proper orientation.

Forward rotate Allows variable forward rotation of the litho.

Reverse rotate Allows variable reverse rotation of the litho.

Wheel spin Allows variable forward and reverse rotation of the

litho wheel.

Indexed scan Allows variable speed scans between adjoining litho

positions.

Random Allows random litho selection at variable speeds.

Blink wheel¹ Allows the shutter to quickly close during a litho

change. The shutter will reopen when the wheel has
reached its destination.

Blink aperture¹ Allows the shutter to quickly close when a litho is

indexed. The shutter will reopen when the litho has
reached its destination.

¹ Long crossfade and MSpeed times could result in undesirable effects as there will be no

light output.

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Litho Wheel Positioning

Litho wheel positioning controls the aperture to aperture (indexed)
movement for each litho wheel, thus allowing you to select the desired
LithoPattern or effect. However, if a litho function is set for wheel spin or
random, litho wheel positioning will not override these functions.

Litho wheel positioning is controlled with DMX channel 10 for litho wheel
1 and channel 14 for wheel 2.

The factory litho wheels contain the following patterns and effects:

Litho Wheel 1

• Position 1- open

• Position 2- Triwing

• Position 3- Lava

• Position 4- Hollywood Stars

• Position 5- Wavy Tunnel

• Position 6- Shatters
Litho Wheel 2

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• Position 1- open

• Position 2- Lenticular effect glass

• Position 3- Slo effect glass

• Position 4- Building Blocks

• Position 5- Jax

• Position 6- Gatlin Gun

Notes: litho wheel spin and random mode speeds are controlled by the litho

rotation channel. Litho wheel 1 is located closest to the lamp.

Chapter 2 Operation 2-5

Litho Rotation

Litho rotation utilizes 16-bit resolution for precise positioning. Litho
rotation moves the lithos and moves the wheel in wheel spin and random
modes.

Litho rotation for wheel 1 is controlled by DMX channel 11 for coarse
positioning (high byte) and channel 12 for fine positioning (low byte).
Litho rotation for wheel 2 is controlled by DMX channel 15 for coarse
positioning (high byte) and channel 16 for fine positioning (low byte).

Refer to Table 2.3 for the available rotation options and descriptions.
Note: the litho rotation channels also control wheel spin, litho scan, and random

litho functions.

Table 2.3: Litho Rotation

Option Description

Indexed Indexes the litho from 0-360°.

Forward rotate Stops or rotates the litho clockwise (projected view)

at variable speeds.

Reverse rotate Stops or rotates the litho counter-clockwise (pro-

jected view) at variable speeds.

Wheel spin Stops or spins the litho wheel in either direction at

variable speeds.

Scan Scans between two lithos at variable speeds.

Random Randomly switches between lithos at variable speeds.

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Frost

Frost effects are achieved with two frost flags. The frost system provides
infinite beam diffusion, variable and random frost strobing, and variable
and random ramp/snap effects.

Frost is controlled by DMX channel 17. Refer to Table 2.4 for the available
frost functions and descriptions.

Table 2.4: Frost Functions

Function Description

No Frost Removes the frost flags from the optical path.

Variable Allows variable diffusion.

Full Frost Allows variable full diffusion.

Periodic strobe Allows variable strobing of the frost flags.

Random frost
strobe

Ramp open
and snap shut

Allows random strobing of the frost flags.

Allows the system to ramp open at variable speeds
and snap shut at full speed.

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Snap open and
ramp shut

Random ramp
open and snap
shut

Random snap
open and ramp
shut

Allows the system snap open at full speed and ramp
shut at variable speeds.

Allows the system to ramp open at random speeds
and snap shut at full speed.

Allows the system to snap open at full speed and
ramp shut random speeds.

Focus

The variable focus mechanism physically moves the lens assembly inside
the bezel. This allows both litho wheels to be brought in or out of focus
from 1 meter to infinity. Due to the short focal distance between litho
wheels, patterns can be easily morphed. Additionally, combination
patterns can be created by mixing patterns and/or effects. Focus is
controlled by DMX channel 18.

Chapter 2 Operation 2-7

Iris

The precision iris manipulates the beam diameter. Additionally, the iris
offers strobing, random strobing, and ramp/snap effects.

The iris is controlled by DMX channel 19. Refer to Table 2.5 for iris
functions and descriptions.

Table 2.5: Iris Functions

Function Description

Variable Allows variable beam diameter.

Variable strobe Allows variable strobing of the beam diameter.

Random strobe Allows random strobing of the beam diameter.

Ramp open
and snap shut

Snap open and
ramp shut

Random ramp
open and snap
shut

Random snap
open and ramp
shut

Allows the system to ramp open at variable speeds
and snap shut at full speed.

Allows the system to snap open at full speed and
ramp shut at variable speeds.

Allows the system to ramp open at random speeds
and snap shut at full speed.

Allows the system to snap open at full speed and
ramp shut at random speeds.

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Strobing

Studio Spot utilizes the flags in the dimming system to produce instant
blackout, variable and random speed strobes, and variable and random
ramp/snap strobes. Additionally, Studio Spot can dim while strobing.

The strobe system is controlled by DMX channel 20. Refer to Table 2.6 for
strobe functions and descriptions.

Table 2.6: Strobe Functions

Function Description

Open Opens the strobe system.

Closed Allows instant blackout.

Variable Allows variable speed strobing.

Random Allows random speed strobing.

Ramp open
and snap shut

Snap open and
ramp shut

Allows the system to ramp open at variable speeds
and snap shut at full speed.

Allows the system to snap open at full speed and
ramp shut at variable speeds.

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Random ramp
open and snap
shut

Random snap
open and ramp
shut

Allows the system to ramp open at random speeds
and snap shut at full speed.

Allows the system to snap open at full speed and
ramp shut at random speeds.

Dimming

Studio Spot has full dimming capability without changing the color
temperature or the shape of the projection. This is accomplished with
dimming flags that are positioned out of the focal length. Dimming is
linearly scaled with 256 values to provide smooth and accurate motion.
Dimming is controlled by DMX channel 21.

Chapter 2 Operation 2-9

MSpeed

MSpeed (movement speed) is a separate timing construct provided on all
automated Lightwave Research fixtures. MSpeed is the amount of time
required to complete movement(s) from one position to another. All
fixtures that have the same MSpeed value reach their destination at the
same time, regardless of the distance traveled. By allowing the fixture to
control its own movements, the motion will be extremely smooth, as it is
not dependent on DMX refresh rates.

Typically, MSpeed applies to pan and tilt positioning; however, it can be
selectively applied to color selection, litho selection, and litho rotation.

It is important to understand that MSpeed is not linearly scaled, it is
exponentially scaled. Refer to Figure 2.1.

270
255

240
225

210
195

180
165

150
135
120

105

90

time in seconds

75
60

45
30

15

0

0 32 64 96 128 160 192 224 256

Notes: the darker region in the above figure indicates DMX values 0-3 which

disable MSpeed and allow the controller to crossfade the fixture. MSpeed
times for Studio Spot and Studio Color are identical.

To determine exact MSpeed times, refer to "Converting DMX Values to
MSpeed Times" on page C-1.

Additionally, MSpeed can be independently disabled on the pan and tilt
systems to allow controller crossfading. Refer to "Disabling MSpeed for
Pan and Tilt" on page 2-11.

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DMX value

Figure 2.1. MSpeed Values

Factory Macros

Complicated looks can be quickly programmed by using one of the 26
factory-programmed macros. Additionally, sequences can be created using
the variable speed random macro which randomly plays all 26 macros.
Each macro modifies a specific set of constructs to produce a unique look,
while allowing you to retain control of all other constructs. For a list of the
macro functions, refer to "Determining Macro Functions" on page C-7.

When a macro is in use, you will be unable to manipulate the constructs it
controls. For example, if you turn on Macro x and it sets Litho wheel 1 to
position 5 and rotates it forward at 20 r.p.m., you will be unable to
change the litho position, rotational direction (function), and rotational
speed.

Macros are controlled by DMX channel 23.

Control Channel

The control channel allows you to access and control special fixture
functions. Use the following subsections to operate the control channel
parameters.

Disabling MSpeed for Pan and Tilt

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MSpeed for pan and tilt can be independently disabled to allow the controller
to crossfade fixture positions. When MSpeed is disabled for pan and tilt, you
can selectively use MSpeed for litho and color wheels movements.

To disable MSpeed for pan and tilt, set DMX channel 24 (Control) to a value
from 10 -19. The controller will now crossfade the pan and tilt systems.

Note: disabling MSpeed does not require the shutter to be closed. However,

you must close the shutter to operate all other control channel
parameters.

Chapter 2 Operation 2-11

Remote Display Adjustment

You can remotely adjust the intensity of the display via DMX.
To set the display’s intensity, complete the following procedure:

1. Set DMX channel 20 (Shutter) to a value of 0 on the appropriate
fixture(s). This will unlock the channel 24 (Control channel).

2. Set DMX channel 24 (Control) to the desired value for at least one
second:

• Off: 20-28

• Dim: 30-38

• Bright: 40-48

3. Set DMX channel 20 to a value other than 0.

4. Set DMX channel 24 to 0 (safe).

Note: to manually adjust the display intensity (using the front panel), refer to

"Setting Display Intensity" on page 3-25.

Remote Homing

Homing is the process of recalibrating the fixture’s mechanical positions. This
ensures that fixtures attain the correct positions from DMX data.

To remotely home a fixture, complete the following procedure:

1. Set DMX channel 20 (Shutter) to a value of 0 on the appropriate
fixture(s). This will unlock the channel 24 (Control channel).

2. Set DMX Channel 24 (Control) to 60-68 for at approximately one
second. The display will indicate RST (reset), strike the lamp if it is
off, and the display will indicate HOME while all motor systems reset.
After the fixture has homed, it will return to its programmed position.

3. Set DMX channel 20 to any value other than 0.

4. Set DMX channel 24 to 0 (safe).

Note: to manually home the fixture (using the front panel), refer to "Homing

the Fixture" on page 3-21.

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Remote Lamp Control

You can restrike and extinguish the lamp via DMX. The lamp can be turned
off at any time. However, if the fixture has been in operation, you must allow
the lamp to cool for approximately 5 minutes before it can restrike.

To restrike or extinguish the lamp, complete the following procedure:

1. Set DMX channel 20 (Shutter) to a value of 0 on the appropriate

fixture(s). This will unlock the channel 24 (Control channel).

2. Set DMX Channel 24 (Control) to 80-88 to restrike the lamp or at 90-

98 to extinguish the lamp for at least 3 seconds. The fixture(s) will
respond accordingly.

3. Set DMX channel 20 to any value other than 0.

4. Set DMX channel 24 to 0 (safe).

Note: to manually use the lamp functions (from the front panel), refer to

"Turning the Lamp On and Off" on page 3-21.

Remote Shutdown

Studio Spot can be remotely shutdown via DMX. When a fixture is
shutdown, the lamp is extinguished, power to the motor systems is removed,
and the front panel display and indicators are turned off. Fixture shutdown
allows you to remotely deactivate a fixture or a range of fixtures without
manually turning off each breaker. Once a fixture is shutdown, you must
home it to bring it back into operation.

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To shutdown a fixture, complete the following procedure:

1. Set DMX Channel 20 (Shutter) to a value of 0 on the appropriate

fixture(s). This will unlock the Channel 24 (Control channel).

2. Set DMX Channel 24 (Control) to a value of 120-130 (50%) on the

appropriate fixture(s). The value must be sent for approximately 3
seconds before the fixture(s) will shutdown.

3. Set DMX channel 20 to any value other than 0.

4. Set DMX channel 24 to 0 (safe).

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Chapter 3 Menu System

In this chapter you will use the:

S menu map (3-2)
S address menu (3-14)
S information menu (3-14)
S test menu (3-22)
S mode menu (3-23)
S set menu (3-24)

Overview

Studio Spot’s menu system on the front panel offers a vast number of
features from basic addressing to viewing DMX data. The display is
composed of four 15-segment light emitting diodes (L.E.D.s). Four keys
allow you to manipulate the display. Refer to Figure 3.1.

Motor

Lamp

5V

Transmit

Receive

ENTERMENU

Figure 3.1. Menu System

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Use the keys on the front panel to perform the following functions:

•<MENU> button. This button unlocks the menu system and backs out of the

current field.

•<ENTER> button. This button enters the current field and stores data.

• Down button. This button scrolls downward through data fields and values.

• Up button. This button scrolls upward through data fields and values.

Chapter 3 Menu System 3-1

Menu Navigation

Use the following table to navigate through and understand the menu
fields.

Table 3.1: Menu Map

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

AddR address main menu

F 01-

F 21

or

C001­C512

INFO information main menu

INFO LAMP lamp status

INFO L/HR lamp hours and minutes

INFO L/ST lamp strikes

INFO VER software version

INFO L/RS lamp reset menu

INFO L/RS REPR resets lamp hours and strikes

INFO F/HR total hours and minutes the fix-

INFO F/RS fixture reset menu

INFO F/RS REPR resets fixture hours

INFO TEMP temperature menus (in degrees C)

sets fixture address by fixture
number or DMX start channel

ture has been on

INFO TEMP CURR current internal temperature

INFO TEMP MINT minimum internal temperature

INFO TEMP MAXT maximum internal temperature

INFO TEMP RST reset temperature

INFO dMX DMX value menu

INFO dMX FIXT fixture menu

INFO dMX FIXT ERRS DMX errors

INFO dMX FIXT CNTL control channel value

INFO dMX FIXT MACR macro value

INFO dMX FIXT MSPd MSpeed value

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Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

INFO dMX FIXT dIM dim value

INFO dMX FIXT SHUT shutter value

INFO dMX FIXT IRIS iris value

INFO dMX FIXT FCUS focus value

INFO dMX FIXT FRST frost value

INFO dMX FIXT LR2L litho wheel 2 rotational value (low

byte)

INFO dMX FIXT LR2H litho wheel 2 rotational value

(high byte)

INFO dMX FIXT LT2 litho wheel 2 aperture position

value

INFO dMX FIXT LTC2 litho wheel 2 control (function)

channel value

INFO dMX FIXT LR1L litho wheel 1 rotational value (low

byte)

INFO dMX FIXT LR1H litho wheel 1 rotational value

(high byte)

INFO dMX FIXT LT1 litho wheel 1 aperture position

value

INFO dMX FIXT LTC1 litho wheel 1 control (function)

channel value

INFO dMX FIXT CO2 color wheel 2 position value

INFO dMX FIXT CO2C color wheel 2 control (function)

channel value

INFO dMX FIXT CO1 color wheel 1 position value

INFO dMX FIXT CO1C color wheel 1 control (function)

channel value

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INFO dMX FIXT TLTL tilt value (low byte)

INFO dMX FIXT TLTH tilt value (high byte)

INFO dMX FIXT PANL pan value (low byte)

INFO dMX FIXT PANH pan value (high byte)

INFO dMX FIXT STRT start code

INFO dMX FIXT OV overrun errors

INFO dMX FIXT FE framing errors

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Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

INFO dMX FIXT SRCE indicates the data source values in

the FIXT submenu

INFO dMX dATA data menu
INFO dMX dATA C001 -

C512

INFO SENS sensor menu

INFO SENS PPOS checks the pan position from the

INFO SENS TPOS checks the tilt position from the

INFO SENS SENP checks for pan homing tab on the

INFO SENS SENT checks for tilt homing tab on the

INFO SENS COL checks for color wheel homing

INFO SENS LT 1 checks for litho wheel 1 hom-

INFO SENS LT 2 checks for the litho wheel 2

INFO SENS SVCC sensor power

views data on the selected DMX
channel

encoder

encoder

sensor

sensor

tabs on the sensor (homed)

ing tab on the sensor (homed)

homing tab on the sensor

TEST test main menu

TEST HOME homes the fixture

TEST S/UP places the fixture in setup position

TEST SELF self-test menu

TEST SELF ALL runs each self-test twice and

TEST SELF PAN pan test

TEST SELF TILT tilt test

TEST SELF CO1 color wheel 1 test

TEST SELF CO2 color wheel 2 test

TEST SELF LT1 litho wheel 1 test

TEST SELF LT2 litho wheel 2 test

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for servicing (production homing)

repeats until stopped

Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

TEST SELF FRST frost test

TEST SELF FCUS focus test

TEST SELF IRIS iris test

TEST SELF SHUT shutter test

TEST SELF dIM dimmer test

TEST dSPL display test

TEST bOOT replaces the current boot code

with the new one when the dis
play indicates bOOT dIFF

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TEST LAMP lamp menu

TEST LAMP LON turns the lamp on

TEST LAMP LOFF turns the lamp off

TEST LAMP STAT lamp status

MOdE mode main menu

MOdE XLd instigates fixture crossload

SET set main menu

SET FACT returns fixture to factory

defaults

SET CHNL channel addressing menu

SET CHNL AddR addresses fixtures by fixture

number mode (

SET CHNL dMX addresses fixture by DMX

starting channel mode (C001 -

C512)

SET dSPL display menu

SET dSPL ON turns the display on

F01 - F 21)

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SET dSPL OFF turns the display off

SET dSPL dIM dims the display

SET d/IN inverts the display (future)

SET P/IN inverts pan

SET T/IN inverts tilt

SET SWAP swaps pan and tilt

Chapter 3 Menu System 3-5

Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

SET S/dN shutdown time menu

SET S/dN 5 MN sets shutdown for 5 minutes

SET S/dN 10

MN

SET PCAL calibrates pan ±20 in .4° incre-

SET TCAL calibrates tilt ±20 in .4° incre-

PRST preset main menu

PRST PLAY playback menu

PRST PLAY ON starts playback

PRST PLAY OFF stops playback

PRST PLAY SCN displays which scene is playing

PRST EdIT editing menu

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SHUT shutter menu

SHUT CLSd closed

sets shutdown for 10 minutes

ments

ments

scene 1 to scene 16 (submenus
repeat for each scene)

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SHUT OPEN open

SHUT P 01 -

P 32

SHUT R 01 -

R 32

SHUT RS01 -

RS32

SHUT SR01 -

SR32

SHUT NR01 -

NR32

SHUT NS01 -

NS32

periodic (variable) strobe slowest
to fastest

random strobe slowest to fastest

ramp open and snap shut strobe
slowest to fastest

snap open and ramp shut strobe
slowest to fastest

random ramp open and snap shut
strobe slowest to fastest

random snap open and ramp shut
strobe slowest to fastest

Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

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dIM dim menu

dIM d000-

d255

PAN pan position menu

PAN -185 -

+185

TILT tilt position menu

TILT -112 -

+112

CO1C color wheel 1 function

CO1C IdX index mode

CO1C FSP forward spin mode

CO1C RSP reverse spin mode

no output to full output

left to right positioning (when
truss mounted)

down to up positioning (when
truss mounted)

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CO1C CON continuous mode

CO1C FSC fast scan mode

CO1C SSC slow scan mode

CO1C RNd random color mode

CO1C bLK indexed blink mode

CO1C MIdX index mode with MSpeed

CO1C MFSP forward spin mode with MSpeed

CO1C MRSP reverse spin mode with MSpeed

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Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

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CO1C MCON continuous mode with MSpeed

CO1C MFSC fast scan mode with MSpeed

CO1C MSSC slow scan mode with MSpeed

CO1C MRNd random color mode with MSpeed

CO1C MbLK indexed blink mode with MSpeed

CO1 color wheel 1 position menu

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Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

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CO1 • C1-

C6/
HC1­HC6

• F000-

F25
5

• R000-

R25
5

• d000-

d35
8

• FC1-

FC1
2

• MC1-

MC1
2

• N000

-

N25
5

• b1-

b6
and
Hb1­Hb6

• C1-

C36

• b1-

b36

• colors 1 to 6 and half-colors 1
to 6 (indexed mode)

• forward spin stop to fastest
(forward spin mode)

• reverse spin stop to fastest
(reverse spin mode)

• position in degrees (continuous
mode)

• position with half colors (fast
scan mode)

• position with half colors (scan
set by MSpeed mode)

• random colors slowest to
fastest (random color mode)

• color blink and half-color blink
(indexed blink mode)

• colors 1 to 36 (combined
mode) (indexed mode)

• colors 1 to 36 (combined
mode) (indexed blink mode)

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CO2C color wheel 2 function

CO2C CMbd combined mode (refer to CO1C

for additional modes

CO2 color wheel 2 position (refer to

CO1 for positions)

LTC1 litho wheel 1 function

LTC1 IdX indexed mode

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Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

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LTC 1 FSP forward litho rotate mode

LTC 1 RSP reverse litho rotate mode

LTC 1 WSP wheel spin mode

LTC 1 FSC scan mode

LTC 1 RNd random mode

LTC 1 bKW blink wheel mode (during litho to

litho change)

LTC 1 bKA blink aperture mode (during index

change)

LTC 1 MIdX indexed mode with MSpeed

LTC 1 MFSP forward litho rotate mode with

MSpeed

LTC 1 MRSP reverse litho rotate mode with

MSpeed

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LTC 1 MWSP wheel spin mode with MSpeed

LTC 1 MFSC fast scan mode with MSpeed

LTC 1 MRNd random mode with MSpeed

LTC 1 MbK

W

LTC 1 MbKA blink aperture mode (during index

LT1 litho wheel 1 position

blink wheel mode (during litho to
litho change) with MSpeed

change) with MSpeed

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Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

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LT1 • L1-

L6

• LF1-

LF6

• LR1-

LR6

• SC1-

SC8

• bW1-

bW8

• bA1-

bA8

LTR1 litho wheel 1 rotation

LTR1 •

d00
0 ­d35
8

• F000-

F25
5

• R000-

R25
5

• S000-

S25
5

• N000

-

N25
5

• WF01

-

WF9
9 /
WR0
1 ­WR9
9

• litho selection (indexed

modes)

• litho selection (forward rotate

modes)

• litho selection (reverse rotate

modes)

• litho selection (scan modes)

• litho selection (blink wheel

modes)

• litho selection (blink aperture

modes)

• litho position (indexed modes)

• forward spin rotation speed
stop to fastest (forward rotate
modes)

• reverse spin rotation speed
stop to fastest (reverse rotate
modes)

• fast scan speed stop to fastest

• random speed stop to fastest
(random modes)

• litho wheel spin speed forward
slowest to fastest and litho
wheel spin speed reverse
slowest to fastest

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PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

LTC2 litho wheel 2 function menu (refer

to LTC1 )

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Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

LT2 litho wheel 2 position menu (refer

to LT1 )

LTR 2 litho wheel 2 rotation menu (refer

to LTR 2 )

FRST frost menu

FRST OPEN open (no frost)

FRST F001-

F127

FRST P1-

P15

FRST R1-

R15

FRST RS1-

RS15

FRST SR1-

SR15

FRST NR1-

NR15

variable frost

periodic (variable) strobe

random strobe

ramp open and snap shut strobe

snap open and ramp shut strobe

random ramp open and snap shut
strobe

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

FRST NS1-

NS15

FCUS focus menu

FCUS 0 - 255 focusing

IRIS iris menu

IRIS OPEN open

IRIS F001-

F127

IRIS P1 -

P15

IRIS R1-

R15

random snap open and ramp shut
strobe

variable iris

periodic (variable) strobe

random strobe

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Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

IRIS RS1-

RS15

IRIS SR1 -

SR15

IRIS NR1-

NR15

IRIS NS1-

NS15

SHUT shutter menu

SHUT CLSd closed

SHUT OPEN open

SHUT P1 -

P30

SHUT N1-

N30

SHUT RS1-

RS30

ramp open and snap shut strobe

snap open and ramp shut strobe

random ramp open and snap shut
strobe

random snap open and ramp shut
strobe

periodic strobe

random strobe

ramp open and snap shut strobe

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PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

SHUT SR1 -

SR30

SHUT NR1-

NR30

SHUT NS1-

NS30

dIM dim menu

dIM d000 -

d255

MSPd MSpeed Menu

MSPd •

fUL
L

• dIS-

0.15

snap open and ramp shut strobe

random ramp open and snap shut
strobe

random snap open and ramp shut
strobe

dimming

• full speed

• disable to fastest to slowest

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Table 3.1: Menu Map (Continued)

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

MACR macro menu

MACR MR01

­MR26

XFAd crossfade menu

XFAd • X0.1

-

X9.9

• X10 -

X16
6

dLAY delay menu

dLAY • X0.1

-

X9.9

• X10 -

X16
6

macro 1 to macro 26

• increments of 0.1

• increments of 1.0

• increments of 0.1

• increments of 1.0

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST EdIT SN01-

SN16

PRST COPY copy menu

PRST COPY FROM From menu (source scene)

PRST COPY FROM F 01-

PRST COPY TO To menu (destination scene)

TIME time base menu

TIME SEC sets time by seconds

TIME MIN sets time by minutes

TIME HOUR sets time by hour

ZERO zero scene (resets the scene to its

null setting)

ZERO OK? confirmation to reset scene

selects the scene to copy from

F 16

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Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Description

PRST COPY TO T 01-

T 16

PRST CAPT capture menu

PRST CAPT SN01-

SN16

selects the scene to paste to

sets the scene to capture DMX
data to

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Address Menu

Use the following subsection to use the AddR menu.

Addressing the Fixture

Studio Spot can be addressed by fixture number or DMX starting channel. To
change the way Studio Spot is addressed, refer to "Addressing By DMX
Starting Channel or Fixture Number Mode" on page 3-24.

To address Studio Spot, complete the following procedure:

1. Observe the display. Initially, it will display SPOT, the software
version (Vxxx), and then the fixture number (F 01 - F21) or the
DMX starting channel (C001 - C489).

2. Press and hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

3. Press <ENTER> to edit the AddR field.

4. Using the up and down arrow buttons, set the desired fixture number
or address. The display will flash when it is moved from the existing
value.

5. Press <ENTER> to store the desired fixture number or DMX channel.
The display will stop flashing.

Note: if the <ENTER> key is not pressed, the fixture will not store the

address.

Information Menu

Use the following subsections to use the functions contained within the
INFO menu.

Viewing Lamp Status

To view the lamp status, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press

ENTER>. The display will indicate LAMP.

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3. Press <ENTER> to view the lamp status. The fixture will display one
of the following:

• ON- the lamp is on

• OFF- the lamp is off

• STRK- the lamp is attempting to strike

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Viewing Lamp Hours

To view the number of hours the lamp has spent on (ignited), complete the
following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the L/HR field and press

<ENTER> to view the lamp hours.

Note: if the display indicates OVER, the counter has rolled over 9999

hours.

Viewing Lamp Strikes

To view the number of times the ignitor has attempted to strike the lamp,
complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the L/ST field and press

<ENTER>. The fixture will display the number of times the lamp has
attempted to strike.

Notes: lamp strikes are automatically reset when the lamp hours are reset.

See “Resetting Lamp Hours” on page 3-16. If the display indicates
OVER, the counter has rolled over 9999 lamp strikes and must be
manually reset.

Viewing System Version Number

To view the system version number (software revision level), complete the
following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press

<ENTER>.

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3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the VER field and press

ENTER>. The fixture will display the current system version.

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Note: the version number is also displayed after power on.

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Resetting Lamp Hours

To reset lamp hours and lamp strikes, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the L/RS field and hold
<ENTER> until the fixture resets the lamp hours to 0000.

Viewing Fixture Hours

To view the time a fixture has spent turned on, complete the following
procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the F/HR field and press
<ENTER>. The fixture will display the total fixture hours.

Notes: the display will indicate Hxxx for hours and M xx for minutes until

H999. When fixture hours exceed 999, the display will no longer
indicate minutes, instead it will use all four digits to display hours. If
the display indicates OVER, the counter has rolled over 9999 hours
and must be manually reset.

Resetting Fixture Hours

To reset fixture hours, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press
the <ENTER> button.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the F/RS field and hold
down <

ENTER> until the fixture resets the fixture hours to 0000.

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Viewing the Current Internal Temperature

To view the fixture’s current internal temperature, complete the following
procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEMP field and press

<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the CURR field and press

<ENTER>.

5. The fixture will display the internal temperature followed by C

(degrees centigrade).

Note: the maximum recommended operating temperature is 96° C.

Viewing the Minimum Internal Temperature

To view the fixture’s minimum internal temperature (lowest ambient at power
on), complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEMP field and press

<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the MINT field and press

<ENTER>.

5. The fixture will display the minimum internal temperature followed by

C (degrees centigrade).

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Viewing the Maximum Internal Temperature

To view the fixture’s maximum internal temperature (since the last reset),
complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEMP field and press
<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the MAXT field and press

<ENTER>.

5. The fixture will display the maximum internal temperature followed by
C (degrees centigrade).

Note: the maximum recommended operating temperature is 96° C.

Resetting Temperature Readings

To reset the minimum and maximum temperature readings, complete the
following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEMP field and press
<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the RST field and press
<ENTER>.

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Viewing DMX Errors and Construct Values

DMX errors and individual construct values can be viewed by name. This
feature is provided for advanced users to troubleshoot fixtures. Refer to
"FIXT" on page 3-2 for a complete listing of the fields and descriptions.

To view any item listed above, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the dMX field and press

<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the FIXT field and press

<ENTER>.

5. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to desired field and press

<ENTER> to view its value (in decimal form).

Viewing DMX Data by Channel Number

Studio Spot provides a built-in DMX viewer. To view DMX data by channel,
complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the dMX field and press

<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the dATA field and press

ENTER>.

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5. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to desired channel (C001-

C512) and press <ENTER> to view the DMX value (in decimal
form).

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Viewing Sensor Data

Sensor data is provided for advanced users to troubleshoot fixtures. Refer to
"SENS" on page 3-4 for a a complete list of the fields and descriptions.

To view supplemental fixture data, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SENS field and press
<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to desired field and press
<ENTER> to view the sensor information.

Te s t M e n u

Use the following subsections to perform the functions contained within
the TEST menu.

Changing Boot Codes

When Studio Spot is uploaded, occasionally it is necessary to include a new
boot code with the latest software. This is apparent when bOOT dIff
appears in the display. To accept and store the new boot code, complete the
following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEST field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the bOOT field and press
<ENTER>. The fixture will display dONE, RST, and home.

Caution: Do not remove power from the fixture during the above procedure.

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Turning the Lamp On and Off

To turn the lamp on or off, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEST field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the LAMP field and press

<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to L ON or LOFF and press

<ENTER>. The fixture will respond accordingly.

Note: to turn the lamp on and off via DMX, refer to "Remote Lamp Control"

on page 2-13.

Viewing the Lamp Status

To view the lamp status, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEST field and press

<ENTER>. The display will indicate.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the LAMP field and press

<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the STAT field and press

<ENTER>.

5. Press <ENTER> to view the lamp status. The fixture will display one

of the following items:

• L ON- the lamp is on

• LOFF- the lamp is off

• STRK- the lamp is attempting to strike

Homing the Fixture

To home the fixture from the front panel, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

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2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEST field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the HOME field and press

ENTER> to home the fixture. The display will indicate RST (reset)

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and HOME during the process.

Note: to home the fixture via DMX, refer to "Remote Homing" on page 2-12.

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Moving the Fixture to Setup Position

Caution: The setup position is used only by service personnel before

maintenance routines.

To place the fixture in setup position before servicing, complete the following
procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEST field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the S/UP field and press
<ENTER>. The display will indicate SET NOW while the motors
are electronically locked into place.

4. Perform the appropriate maintenance procedures.

5. Press <MENU> to reset and home the fixture.

Self-Tests

Studio Spot has a comprehensive set of self-tests to check each mechanical
system. Refer to "SELF" on page 3-4 for a complete list of self-tests and
descriptions.

To begin the self-test function, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEST field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SELF field and press
<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the desired test and press
<ENTER>. The fixture will perform the desired test(s).

5. To exit the test in progress, press <MENU>.

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Mode Menu

Use the following subsection to perform the functions contained within
the MOdE menu.

Crossloading Fixtures

Studio Spot can crossload software from one fixture to additional Studio
Spot fixtures on the same link (32 fixtures per link). To crossload software,
complete the following procedure:

1. Disconnect the data cable between the controller and the first fixture.

2. Hold <MENU> on the master fixture (the fixture with the latest

software version) until the display changes to AddR.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the MOdE field and press

<ENTER>.

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4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the XLd field and press

<ENTER>. The master fixture will upload its software to all
connected fixtures on the link. The slave fixtures will display UPLd
during the process. After the fixtures have completed the upload, they
will reset and home.

Notes: if the fixture(s) take longer than one minute to reset after an upload,

turn off the fixture(s) and repeat the procedure. If a new boot code
was included with the latest software, you will need to store the boot
code on each fixture. Refer to "Changing Boot Codes" on page 3-20.

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Set Menu

Use the following subsections to perform the functions contained within
the SET menu.

Reverting to the Factory Defaults

Studio Spot fixtures are shipped from High End Systems with the following
factory defaults:

• addressing by fixture number mode

• five minute fixture shutdown time

• display on (bright)

• pan invert off

• tilt invert off

• swap pan and tilt off
To revert to the factory defaults, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SET field and press
<ENTER>. The display will indicate FACT .

3. Press <ENTER> again to enter the field.

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the ON field and press
<ENTER>. The fixture will return to the factory default listed above
and home the fixture.

Addressing By DMX Starting Channel or Fixture Number Mode

To change the addressing method to DMX starting channel or to fixture
number mode, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SET field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the CHNL field and press

ENTER>.

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4. Using the up and down buttons, select either AddR (fixture number
mode) or dMX (DMX starting channel mode) and press <

ENTER>.

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Setting Display Intensity

To set the display’s intensity, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SET field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll down to the dSPL field and

press <ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, select either ON, OFF, or dIM

and press <ENTER>.

Note: to set the display intensity via DMX, refer to "Remote Display

Adjustment" on page 2-12.

Inverting Pan

When fixtures are mounted backwards, Studio Spot can invert pan
movement via software. To invert pan, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SET field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the P/IN field and press

<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, select ON to enable pan invert or

OFF to disable pan invert and press <ENTER>.

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Inverting Tilt

When fixtures are mounted on the floor (upside down), Studio Spot can
invert tilt movement. To invert tilt, complete the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SET field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the T/IN field and press
<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, select either ON or OFF and press
<ENTER>.

Swapping Pan and Tilt

When fixtures are mounted sideways, Studio Spot can swap the pan and tilt
functions. To swap the pan and tilt functions, complete the following
procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SET field and press
<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll down to the SWAP field and
press <ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, select either ON or OFF and press
<ENTER>.

Setting the Fixture Shutdown Time

Studio Spot automatically shuts itself down when DMX data is removed.
When a shutdown occurs, power is removed from all motors and the lamp is
turned off.

To set the length of time Studio Spot takes before it powers down, complete
the following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SET field and press
<

ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the S/dN field and press
<

ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, select 5 MN (5 minutes) or 10MN
(10 minutes) and press <ENTER>.

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Calibrating Pan

Pan position is easily calibrated to a precise preset position. Pan can be
adjusted in 0.4° increments for up to 8.0°. To calibrate pan, complete the
following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the SET field and press

<ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the PCAL field and press

<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, set the pan calibration from

(-020to +020) and press <ENTER>.

5. Check the calibration by homing the fixture. Repeat the procedure as

necessary.

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Calibrating Tilt

Tilt position is easily calibrated for precise preset positions. Tilt can be
adjusted in 0.4° increments up to 8.0°. To calibrate tilt, complete the
following procedure:

1. Hold <MENU> until the display changes to AddR.

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll down to the SET field and

press <ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TCAL field and press

<ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down buttons, set the tilt calibration from (-020to

+020) and press <

5. Check the calibration by homing the fixture. Repeat the procedure as

necessary.

ENTER>.

Preset Menu

The preset menu (PRST) allows you to program and playback scenes
from Studio Spot’s on-board memory. This information is covered in detail
in Chapter 4 Preset Scenes.

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Chapter 4 Preset Scenes

In this chapter you will:

S understand scene terminology and concepts (4-1)
S edit a scene with the menu system (4-2)
S copy and paste a scene (4-6)
S capture a scene from DMX data (4-6)
S reset a scene (4-7)
S playback a sequence in stand-alone mode (4-8)
S playback a sequence in synchronized mode (4-9)

Overview

Each Studio Spot fixture can store and play back up to 16 preset scenes.
Scenes can be played back independently on any fixture without a DMX
controller or up to 32 supported fixtures can be synchronized together
with a data link. Supported fixtures include Studio Spot, Technobeam,
Technopro, Technoray, and future Lightwave Research fixtures.

Understanding Preset Scene Terminology and Concepts

Before you begin using preset scenes, it is important that you read and
understand the following terminology and concepts:

• a scene is a combination of constructs and timing controls.

• a construct is a unique fixture feature—for example, focus, color or
rotating effects.

• a sequence is two or more scenes that continuously repeat (also known
as a loop or a chase). Sequences will continue to play back until you
turn the fixture off or manually stop playback.

• create sequences without skipping a scene. The fixture will
automatically restart the sequence when it encounters the first
unprogrammed scene.

• each value is permanently stored in memory until you change it so you do not
have to ‘save’ each scene after it is edited.

• if power is removed during playback, when power is reapplied the fixture will
home and begin playback at the first scene. Thus it is not necessary to
manually start playback.

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Editing Scenes

Editing allows you to create preset scenes by manipulating Studio Spot’s
constructs and timing controls. There are three ways to edit scenes:

• menu system

• copying and pasting an existing scene

• capturing construct data from a DMX link
Note: if you capture DMX data, you must use the menu system to edit the

timing controls.

The editing methods are discussed in detail in the following subsections.

Editing with the Menu System

To edit (program) a scene using the menu system, complete the
following procedure:

1. Press and hold <MENU> until the fixture unlocks the menu system (if

necessary).

2. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the PRST field and

press <ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the EdIT field and

press <ENTER>. SN01 (scene 1) will appear on the display.

4. Press <ENTER> to begin with editing scene 1. Optionally, use the up

and down arrow keys to select another scene (SN02- SN16) and
press <ENTER>. The first construct will appear on the display.

Note: during playback, the sequence will restart with scene 1 when the

fixture reaches the first unprogrammed scene.

5. Using the up and down arrow buttons, select the construct to edit and

press <ENTER> to view and edit its value. Refer to "Menu Navigation"
on page 3-2 for the construct order and explanations.

6. Using the up and down arrow buttons, change the construct to the

desired value. The fixture will instantly respond to any changes that
are made. Press <ENTER> to store the construct’s value.

Note: you can press <MENU> to back out of the current field and return to

the previously programmed value.

Tip: to view the fixture’s output, open the shutter and increase dim to a

visible level.

7. Repeat step 6 to program additional fixture constructs.

8. Using the up and down arrow keys, scroll to TIME and press

ENTER>.

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9. Using the up and down arrow keys, set the unit of time and press

<ENTER>. For additional information, refer to “Using the Time
Parameter” below.

10.Using the procedures outlined in steps 5 and 6, set the values for

XFAd (crossfade), dLAY (delay), and MSPd (MSpeed). Refer to

“Using Crossfade, Delay, and MSpeed” below for additional
information.

11.Press <MENU> to back out of the current scene. Repeat steps 4

through 10 until all desired scenes have been programmed.

Note: for additional editing information, refer to "Step-By-Step Editing

Example" on page 4-4.

Using the Time Parameter

The TIME parameter determines the unit of time used in each scene for
crossfade and delay. Choose from the following options:

• SEC- seconds

• MIN- minutes

• HOUR- hours
Crossfade and delay values can be set from 0.1 to 166. MSpeed values

can be set from 0.15 to 252.7.

Using Crossfade, Delay , and MSpeed

Crossfade, delay, and MSpeed are independent timing elements in each
preset scene. Crossfade and MSpeed determine the amount of time a
construct takes to move from one position (value) to another, while delay
is the length of each scene.

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MSpeed controls the timing for pan and tilt and can be selectively applied
to color selection, litho selection, and litho rotation. Crossfade
controls the timing for all other constructs. This allows you to
program constructs that will reach their destinations at different
times within one scene. Refer to

Tip: to make circular and ballyhoo motions with fixtures, experiment with

setting Delay less than MSpeed.

Figure 4.1.

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Delay

Crossfade

MSpeed

value

time

Scene 1

15

5

10

Scene 2

10

10 15

510

Scene 3

20

Scene 4

Figure 4.1. Crossfade, Delay, and MSpeed Example

Note: the above figure shows how constructs using crossfade and MSpeed can

reach their destination values at different times.

Step-By-Step Editing Example

In this subsection, you will create a scene that requires editing most of the
available constructs:

1. Press and hold <MENU> until the fixture unlocks the menu system (if

necessary).

2. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the PRST field and

press <ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the EdIT field and

press <ENTER>. SC01 (scene 1) will appear on the display.

4. Press <ENTER> to edit scene 1.

5. Using the up and down arrow buttons, select SHUT (shutter) and

press <

ENTER>.

6. Using the up and down arrow buttons, change the construct to

OPEN and press <ENTER>.

7. Using the up and down arrow buttons, select dIM and press

<

ENTER>.

8. Using the up and down arrow keys, change the dim value to d255

and press <

ENTER>.

9. Using the up and down arrow buttons, select TILT and press

<ENTER>.

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10.Using the up and down arrow keys, change the tilt value to +27.5

and press <ENTER>.

11.Using the up and down arrow buttons, select C01C (color wheel 1

function) and press <ENTER>.

12.Using the up and down arrow keys, select MbLK (MSpeed blink

mode) and press <ENTER>.

13.Using the up and down arrow keys, select C01 (color wheel one)

and press <ENTER>.

14.Using the up and down arrow keys, select b 4 (blink position 4

(aqua)) and press <ENTER>.

15.Using the up and down arrow keys, select LTC 1 (litho wheel 1

function) and press <ENTER>.

16.Using the up and down arrow keys, select FSP (forward spin) and

press <ENTER>.

17.Using the up and down arrow keys, select LF 6 (litho forward

position 6 (Shatters)) and press <ENTER>.

18.Using the up and down arrow keys, select FCUS (focus) and press

<ENTER>.

19.Using the up and down arrow keys, focus the litho from 000 to

255 and press <ENTER>.

20.Using the up and down arrow keys, select TIME and press

<ENTER>.

21.Using the up and down arrow keys, select SEC and press

<ENTER>.

22.Using the up and down arrow keys, select dLAY and press
<

ENTER>.

23.Using the up and down arrow keys, select d 20 and press

ENTER>.

<

24.Using the up and down arrow keys, select XFAd and press
<

ENTER>.

25.Using the up and down arrow keys, select X 10 and press
<ENTER>.

26.Using the up and down arrow keys, select MSPd and press

ENTER>.

<

27.Using the up and down arrow keys, select 15.1 and press

ENTER>.

<

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28.Playback the scene 1. Refer to "Playing Back Scenes in Stand-Alone
Mode" on page 4-8.

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Copying and Pasting Scenes

Scenes are easily copied and pasted between locations. This is beneficial
when you only want to modify a few constructs, such as pan and tilt.

To copy and paste a scene, complete the following procedure:

1. Press and hold <MENU> until the fixture unlocks the menu system (if

necessary).

2. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the PRST field and

press <ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the COPY field and

press <ENTER>. FROM will appear on the display.

4. Press <ENTER> again to select the scene to copy (source scene).

5. Using the up and down arrow buttons, select the scene to copy

(FO01- FO16) and press <ENTER>. TO will appear in the display.

6. Press <ENTER> again to select the scene to paste to (destination

scene).

7. Using the up and down arrow buttons, select the destination (TO01-

TO16) and press <ENTER>. The display will indicate dONE and
return to the COPY field.

Capturing DMX Data Into a Scene

Studio Spot can create preset scenes by capturing data from a DMX
controller. All constructs can be captured except for TIME, XFAd, and
dLAY.

To capture DMX data, complete the following procedure:

1. Check and ensure that the fixture(s) are properly addressed and
respond to your controller.

2. Press and hold <MENU> until the fixture unlocks the menu system (if
necessary).

3. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the PRST field and
press <ENTER>.

4. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the CAPT field and
press <

ENTER>. SN01 will appear on the display.

5. Using the up and down arrow buttons, select the destination scene. Do
not press <ENTER> yet.

6. Using your controller, program the desired look(s).

7. Press <ENTER> to capture the DMX data to the selected scene. The
display will indicate dONE.

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8. Press <MENU> to back out of the CAPT menu.

9. Using the up and down arrow keys, scroll to EdIT and press

<ENTER>.

10.Edit the TIME, XFAd, and dLAY parameters using the menu

system. Refer steps 8 through 10 located in "Editing with the Menu
System" on page 4-2 for assistance.

11.Repeat the steps 3 through 9 of this procedure for additional fixtures

and scenes.

Resetting (Re-Initializing) a Scene

Scenes are quickly reset to their blank (nullified) factory settings with the
menu system.

To reset a scene, complete the following procedure:

1. Press and hold <MENU> until the fixture unlocks the menu system (if

necessary).

2. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the PRST field and

press <ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the EdIT field and

press <ENTER>. SN01 (scene 1) will appear on the display.

4. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll the scene to reset

(SN01- SN16) and press <ENTER>.

5. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the ZERO field and

press <ENTER>. OK? will appear on the display.

6. Press <ENTER> to reset the selected scene.

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Playing Back Scenes in Stand-Alone Mode

Scenes can be played back on each fixture without a controller through
the menu system.

Note: if a fixture is connected to a DMX link, the fixture will not respond

to data while it is in playback mode.

To playback scenes in stand-alone mode, complete the following
procedure:

1. Press and hold <MENU> until the fixture unlocks the menu system (if

necessary).

2. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the PRST field and

press <ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the PLAY field and

press <ENTER>. OFF will appear on the display.

4. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the ON field and press

<ENTER>. The display will indicate PRST with a dot in the lower right­hand corner to indicate you are in playback mode and the programmed
scenes will begin playback. When playback finishes playing scene 16 or it
comes to the first blank scene, the sequence will loop and restart at
scene 1.

Determining the Active Scene

To determine the active scene during playback, complete the following
procedure:

1. Press and hold <MENU> until the fixture unlocks the menu system (if

necessary).

2. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the PRST field and

press <ENTER>.

3. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the PLAY field and

press <ENTER>. OFF will appear on the display.

4. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll to the SCN field and press

<ENTER>. The display will indicate the scene that is playing.

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