Leviton MC7008, MC7024, MC7016 User Manual
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MC 7008 / MC 7016 / MC 7024
MEMORY LIGHTING CONTROLLERS
USER GUIDE
Software Revision 1.00 and above
Document Revised: 8-30-02
Copyright 1994, 2002
Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc.
MC 7008
MC 7016
MC 7024
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Table of Contents
Introduction.........................................................................................................................3
Welcome ...................................................................................................................... 3
Specifications .....................................................................................................................3
Installation/Setup ...............................................................................................................3
Power Supply Requirements .................................................................................... 3
Dimmer Equipment Connection ............................................................................... 4
Overview.............................................................................................................................. 4
Front Panel .................................................................................................................. 4
Rear Panel ................................................................................................................... 5
Operation Guide .................................................................................................................6
General ........................................................................................................................ 6
Operation Modes ........................................................................................................ 6
Bump Buttons ............................................................................................................. 7
Crossfaders.................................................................................................................7
Chases .........................................................................................................................7
Master .......................................................................................................................... 7
Blackout ...................................................................................................................... 7
Programming Control Functions......................................................................................8
General ........................................................................................................................ 8
Scene Masters ............................................................................................................ 8
Flash Scenes...............................................................................................................8
Chases .........................................................................................................................9
Optional DMX512 Installation.......................................................................................... 10
Instructions ...............................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................... 11
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome
Thank you for your decision to purchase a Leviton-NSI product. The powerful Leviton-NSI Microplex
design involves the electrical marriage of microprocessor technology and digitally controlled multiplexing.
The result is a control package with the flexibility for a variety of applications.
The Leviton-NSI MC 7000 Series Lighting Consoles feature an advanced microprocessor based design
containing many benefits found in today’s personal computers. This technology provides for the option
of adding programmable Memory Scene Masters and Chase effects to the simplicity of a familiar twoscene console.
The Leviton-NSI Microplex technology found in all Leviton-NSI products allows components of your
lighting system to be interconnected by way of standard 3-conductor microphone cables or audio snakes.
Up to 128 individual control signals may be transmitted to dimmer packs through a single microphone
cable and the returned phantom power eliminates the need for AC power cords on Leviton-NSI controllers.
This makes the remote placement of the MC 7000 Series Lighting Console easy and convenient.
Throughout this manual, specifications are listed for the MC 7008 followed by specifications for the MC
7016 in parenthesis () and MC 7024 in brackets [ ].
The Leviton-NSI MC 7000 Series Lighting Console represents our continuing commitment of leading
the industry in defining technological advances for stage lighting.
SPECIFICATIONS
INSTALLATION/SETUP
Power Supply Requirements
The MC 7000 Series Lighting Console requires a source of 12-15 volts DC (at least 200 MA) to operate
satisfactorily. When used with Leviton-NSI dimming equipment, power is provided through the Microplex
microphone cord connection system when connected to the dimmers.
If the console is equipped with the optional DMX512 output and used with DMX512 controlled dimmers
or if the microphone cable length exceeds 100 feet, the external power supply jack can be used to apply
power to the console. Use the power supply provided with the DMX512 option, or call your dealer for
assistance in obtaining a proper supply. Make sure that the plug on any power supply not supplied
through Leviton-NSI is configured so that the center connector is positive.
Control Channels: 8/16 (16/32) [24/48]
Dimmers: 16 (32) [48]
Scene Masters (memory): 8 (16) [24]
Chases: 2, 32 steps maximum each
Memory: Non-volatile EEPROM
(approx. 10 year retention)
Dimmer Outputs: Leviton-NSI Microplex
DMX512 (optional)
Input Power: 12-15 Volts DC, minimum 200mA
Dimensions (HxWxD): 2 3/4” x 10 5/8” x 9”-
(2 3/4” x 16 5/8” x 9”)
[2 3/4” x 22 5/8” x 9”]
Weight (approx.): 3.25 lbs. (5.0 lbs.) [6.75 lbs.]
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Dimmer Equipment Connection
Connecting the MC 7000 Series Lighting Console to Leviton-NSI dimming equipment is very simple.
Y ou need only connect a single 3 conductor audio cable (standard microphone cable equipped with a 3pin XLR type connector) to either of the jacks marked MICROPLEX on the rear apron of the console. It
doesn’t matter which jack is used, two jacks are provided for convenience. Connect the other end of the
cable to the Leviton-NSI dimming equipment.
If the console is equipped with the DMX512 option, connection to the dimming equipment is provided
through the 5-pin XLR type connector located on the rear apron of the console. This connector adheres
to the USITT standard on DMX512 and will support up to 32 (16) dimmer channels with one 3-wire
cable. Since remote power is not provided on this connector, the power supply included with the DMX512
option must be used.
OVERVIEW
Front Panel
1. Channel Levels: These 8 (16) [24] LED’s show the current intensity of each of the console control
channels. The LED’s are inactive whenever the console is in the single scene mode.
2. Scene X: These 8 (16) [24] slide controls are used to control the intensities of channels 1 8 (1 - 16) [1 - 32] . The overall intensity of the scene created is controlled with the
X Crossfader.
3. Scene Y: These 8 (16) [24] slide controls are used to control the intensities of channels 1 8 (1 - 8) [1 - 24], channels 9 - 16 (17 - 32) [25 - 48], or scenes 1 - 8 (1 - 16) [1 - 24]
depending upon the consoles current operating mode. The overall intensity of
the scene created is controlled with the Y Crossfader.
4. Bump Buttons: These 8 (16) [24] buttons are used to bring an individual or group of channels,
depending upon console operating mode, to full intensity.
5. Program Button: This button is used to program the Scene Masters, the 2 Chases, and the Flash
Scenes. Programming is active when the Program LED is lit.
1
2
3
4
5
N / C
N / C
Common
DMX Data -
DMX Data +
Female DMX512
XLR Pin Configuration
MPX Data
2
1
3
+15 VDC
Common
Female Microplex
XRL Pin Configuration
MPX Data
1
2
3
Common
+15 vdc
Male Microplex
XRL Pin Configuration
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