ART2000

Digital Dimming System

Operator’s Manual

Stock number 8200-0152

*8200-
0152*
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The small print :
No Liability for Consequential Damages
Avolites has a policy of continuous product and documentation improvement. As such the
detail within this manual may not match the operation of the ART2000.
In no event shall Avolites be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages or loss whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of
profits, business interruption, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use or inability to
use the ART2000 even if Avolites Ltd. has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Because some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for
consequential or incidental damages, the above limitation may not apply to you.

Reprint and revision history:

First produced March 2000
ELDC Option Added November 2000
Updated for OS3 release and added tips March 2001

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 This manual was written by Tim Mitchell, Sabre Technology Ltd Tel: 01482 831031
ELDC Portion and OS3 update By J.B.Toby, Avolites Ltd

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C O N T E N T S

1. THE ART2000 DIGITAL DIMMING SYSTEM 6

2. FEATURES OF THE ART2000 8

3. INSTALLING THE ART2000 11

4. SETTING USER OPTIONS 16

5. ELDC OPTION 24

6. TROUBLESHOOTING 25

7. INTRODUCTION TO DMX 29

8. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION 31

9. CONNECTOR PINOUTS 33

10. GLOSSARY OF TECHNICAL TERMS 35

11. INDEX 37

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INTRODUCTION

1. The ART2000 digital dimming system

This manual is designed to help you get the most out of your Avolites
ART2000 digital dimming system. Even if you hate reading manuals, read
this section because the next couple of pages contain some important
safety information which you should be aware of.
At the end of the manual there is a quick summary of how the DMX control
system works, a Glossary explaining some of the technical terms used in
the manual, and an Index which can be used to find what you need in the
manual.

1.1 What it does

The ART2000 system provides a complete solution to Dimming and Moving
Light Power distribution. You no longer need to have separate mains
distribution making set up times faster and reducing the number of
individual components needed to put a show together.
The ART2000 controls up to 48 individual channels. Depending on the
frame either two or four modules of max 12 channels can be plugged in.
The following module types are currently available:
• 12 channel 16A continuously rated dimming module with 240uS rise
time
• 6 channel 32A continuously rated dimming module with 240uS rise
time
• 12 channel 16amp distribution module for powering moving lights or
other equipment
• 12 channel 16A Relay module, to switch on/off mains under DMX
control.
Modules of the same channel count can be freely interchanged, and the
rack can be easily configured 'per job' as required.
Up to 20 Multicore output connectors ensure that cabling will be as simple
and reliable as possible. Each channel of each multicore output connector
can be patched to any dimmer output using the top hot-patch. The hot-
patch has a lamp test indicator making faults easy to find when a single
dimmer channel powers more than one light fixture.
The 'Load Check' indicators for each dimmer module or relay module
channel give a sure indication that a load is present and the test faders on
each dimmer channel or relay channel allow you to quickly check what’s
connected without having the use of a console.
The design incorporates full monitoring and status feedback via the backlit
LCD display. For simple events you can operate without a console by
setting up a dimmer state on the test faders, or you can record 12 internal
memories for replaying a simple show.
Other features include full DMX patch and merge (2 DMX lines), dimmer
curve and output limit selection per channel, power OK indicators, optional
volt and amp metering and optional RCD protection.

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1.2 Important safety information

This system uses 3-phase power and can be a serious hazard to
health. This manual is however not a safety manual.
The system should be installed and operated only by a competent person.
When installing you should check local regulations regarding the
separation of lighting fixtures on different phases. If you are in any doubt
as to the safe installation of the system you should employ the services of
a qualified electrical contractor.
Do not operate the system with any dimmer modules missing because this
makes live parts accessible.
Maintenance to the system should be carried out by qualified personnel
with power isolated.
If Cam-lok
loop-out terminals are fitted, ensure that cables or covers are
fitted to the loop-out terminals before turning on the power, as live parts
are otherwise exposed.
Before turning on the ART2000 rack, ensure that the neon power
connection lights on the control panel are correctly illuminated. These
lights will indicate connection errors. The system may be damaged if it is
turned on with the power feed connected incorrectly.

1.3 Quick start instructions

When connecting the power feed to the system, ensure EARTH is
connected first, then NEUTRAL, then PHASE conductors. The system
requires a 3 phase (TN-S) mains supply.
Ensure that the Bay and utility breakers are turned off and the optional
RCD breakers are turned on before you turn on the power feed.
Turn on the dimmer feed and check that the “Connection” neons are
correctly illuminated (top 5 on, bottom 2 off). Check that the voltage is
what you expect using the voltmeter. If not OK, correct the fault before
going any further.
Power up the control module by turning the rotary switch below the
Connection neons to R, Y or B to select the phase you want to feed the
electronics from (normally phase R).
You can now turn on the Bay and Utility breakers and use the ART2000
system.

To turn the system off, reverse the above procedure.

It is preferable not to use the RCD as an ON/OFF switch, as arcing may

reduce the RCD’s ability to protect humans.

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C H A P T E R T W O

2. Features of the ART2000

This chapter gives a quick rundown on what each part of the ART2000 rack
does. If you are new to the system, read this!

Some Parts described in this manual may not

Multipin output connectors (20)
be on the system before you, this is because
the ART2000 system can be supplied from the
factory with various different options.
At the rear of the unit, near the bottom of the
rack, are the power input connections. These
are either Cam-lok
or Powerlok
type
connectors. Loop output connectors may also
be fitted.
Note: When connecting power to the ART2000,
always connect the EARTH first, then
the NEUTRAL, then the PHASE
conductors.
If Cam-lok
loop-out connectors are fitted,
ensure that either covers or connectors are
fitted before turning on the power, as these
connectors otherwise have exposed live
terminals.

2.1 Utility power panel

Utility panel Power input

Above the power input is the utility power panel. This may be fitted with
16A, 15A, Shuko and optional 32A 3-phase connectors. The utility power is
for feeding motors and other devices needing static power. The circuit
breakers for the utility power panel are on the front of the rack. The 32A
3-phase connector shares the 32A breaker with the normal 3x 16A utility
outputs.

2.2 Multipin output connectors

The rest of the rear of the unit is occupied by 20 multipin output
connectors. These can be either Socapex or Harting connectors. These
connectors link the ART2000 rack to the load which you want to control.

2.3 The hot-patch panel

On top of the rack is the hot-patch panel. This allows you to decide how
the 48 dimmer channels are connected to the 120 output circuits which are
available on the multipin connectors. The front half of the panel has the
outputs of the modules. Module A has 4 outlets per channel, and modules

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B, C and D have 2 outlets per channel. The rear half of the panel has 20
sets of six connectors, one set for each of the multipin outlets on the rear
of the rack.
At the very front of the hot-patch panel is a lamp test socket. This allows
you to test the continuity of any circuit. There is also a desk lamp socket
to allow a gooseneck lamp to be fitted so you can see what you are
patching.

2.4 Main circuit breakers Hot patch panel Control module

On the front of the rack, down at the
bottom, there is a 3-phase circuit
breaker for each module, and one for
the utility power. Above the circuit
breakers may be fitted an RCD for each
module. There are also three individual
circuit breakers for the utility power
sockets.

2.5 Power modules

The main part of the rack is taken up
with the 4 power modules. These are
interchangeable modules, and the
available types are:
• 12x16A Dimmer module: Each
channel has a 16A C-type circuit
breaker, a control knob and a “load
present” indicator light per channel.
The indicator lights when a load is
connected to the channel, and the
channel is turned off. The control
knob allows manual control of the
channel, if the local control option is
turned on.
• 6x32A Dimmer module: Each
channel has a 32A C-type circuit Power modules Circuit breakers
breaker, and the same control and & RCDs
indicator features as the above 12
channel dimmer module.
• Breaker module: Mains distribution modules provide static power,
which can be routed through the hot-patch bay and down the multicore
cables, usually used to power intelligent lighting. The module has 12
channels of mains power which can be manually switched using the
front circuit breakers.
If the mains distribution module is fitted as module B, C or D then 24
static power outputs are available on the hot-patch panel. If it is fitted
as module A then 48 static power outputs are available.
• Contactor module: Relay modules are like mains distribution modules
but each channel can be switched on/off by DMX control. These modules
are useful if large numbers of ballasts or other special lighting effects
need to be controlled. The relay module has “load present” indicators
and control knob allowing manual control of the channel.
• Blank panel: If a bay is to be left empty fit a blanking panel to balance

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the air flow inside the dimmer and prevent live parts to be exposed

Dimmer Channel Mapping

The ART2000 system allocates dimmer channels depending on the module
type fitted to the rack up to a maximum of 48 dimmer channels.
Therefore a two bay frame fitted with two 6 channel modules will use
dimmer channel 1-6 and 7-12, and the same frame fitted with 12 channel
modules will allocated channels 1-12 for the first module and 13-24 for the
next module.
In the case of a breaker module preceding a dimmer module in the rack
the dimmer channel 1 will start at the first available dimmer channel.

Module Type Allocated channels

12 channel 16A dimmer 12
12 channel 16A breaker 0
12 channel 16A contactor 12
6 channel 32A breaker 6
No Bay fitted (blanking plate) 0

2.6 Control module

At the top of the rack front is the control module. This allows you to set up
how the dimmers will work. There are also voltage and current meters*
with phase selector switches, and neon indicators to show if the power is
connected correctly.
The voltmeter switch allows you to measure the phase-neutral and phase-
phase voltages. A rotary switch below the test neons allows you to select
which phase the electronics is powered from.
The “Display contrast” control allows you to adjust the darkness of the
display.
The “Reset” button allows you to reset the system using a small pointed
implement.

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C H A P T E R T H R E E

3. Installing the ART2000

This chapter contains details of how to install the ART2000 rack, either for
temporary or permanent operation.

3.1 Positioning the ART2000 rack

Choose a location for the rack which is as near to the power feed as
possible and allows access to the front and back of the rack. Consider how
the cables will run in from the power feed and out to the lights, and try to
avoid crossing walkways.
The ART2000 system is designed to operate in a maximum ambient
temperature of 40°C and can run continuously when fully loaded at 16A
per channel. The rack is fan-cooled; ensure there is adequate ventilation
available - if the system is running in a closed room, consider providing
some external ventilation to the room or spread the loads between more
dimmers (see Specifications on page 31 for cooling information). The
system may shut dimmer modules down if it cannot release the heat it
generates.
If you are using the system on an outdoor stage, ensure that the rack is
situated somewhere dry and clear of the ground. If you shelter the rack
with tarpaulins make sure that you do not obstruct the air vents and try to
avoid using black plastic.

3.2 Power modules

The ART2000 system has four “bays”, in which you can fit either dimmer
modules, power distribution modules or relay switch modules. If you have
a selection of ART2000 modules and need to change the configuration of
the rack by swapping modules, this is the time to do it.
Power distribution modules are used to feed static power down the
multicore outputs, usually to run intelligent lighting. If you do not require
this facility you can replace power distro modules with dimmer modules
and have more dimmers in the rack (if you have spare dimmer modules
available).

3.2.1 Changing power modules

Unscrew the 2 M6 screws at the front of the module

Use the handles in the front to pull it out (take care, it is quite heavy)

Fit the new module by guiding it into the slides

Push it home and refit the screws.

Only operate the system when all the modules are screwed in place,
otherwise the connectors may be damaged.
Note: Avoid changing modules when powered because this may cause
sparks, which will damage the connectors.

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3.3 Power supply

You need to provide a three phase and neutral power supply to the
ART2000 (TN-S) which is capable of delivering the amount of power
required to run all the lights which are connected to it. If the power supply
is under-rated it may trip during your show if you turn too many lights on
at once. This is obviously not a good thing to happen. Also, an overloaded
mains supply can suffer from a distorted waveform which can make it
difficult for the ART system to control your lights smoothly.
The frequency of the mains is automatically tracked by the system, which
makes the ART system suitable for use on local generator sets.

3.3.1 Connecting the power supply

Ensure the bay and utility circuit breakers are turned off

Before handling the power cables ensure yourself that they are
“dead”

Connect the power supply to the Power Input terminals on the
rear of the rack (earth first, then neutral, then phases)

If loop out terminals are fitted you can use these to connect a
second rack, provided you do not overload the supply. (Both
Powerlok and Camlok have a 400A limit)

Turn on the power feed - do not turn on the racks yet.

Check the connection neons on the front panel. The top 5 neons
should all be lit. The bottom 2 should not be lit. Also check any
other racks you have linked in.

Check that the voltage of the supply is what you expected, using
the voltmeter (the voltmeter and neons are fed through the
control fuses)

If all is OK, power up the control module by turning the rotary switch
below the neons to select a phase.

When you turn on the power, the control module will boot up and display
the following screen:
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running OK Mode Test Off
------------------------------------------

OS 3.0R0 UCode 1.0 PDE 1.0/1.2

The ART team wishes you happy dimming

Now you can then power up the system by turning on the bay and utility
circuit breakers.
If the connection neons or voltmeter indicate a problem, DO NOT
TURN THE RACK ON until you have corrected the problem, or you
may cause serious damage to the rack and connected equipment.

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If the display shows other messages, this may indicate that a problem has
been found. See the Troubleshooting section on page 25 for details of what
to do.
If you cannot read the display you may need to adjust the display contrast
control at the bottom right hand corner of the display.

3.4 Connections to lights

You connect the lighting rig to the ART2000 through the multipin
connectors (Socapex or Harting) on the rear panel. There are 20
connectors, each of which carry 6 channels (Harting-type connectors may
carry 8 channels). The hot-patch panel allows you to determine which
dimmer channel controls which output circuit.
Do not connect or disconnect the multipin connectors whilst channels are
turned on, as this may cause arcing which will damage the connectors.

Note: Only connect loads through the multipin outlets or the utility
outlets. DO NOT try to power any equipment directly from the
dimmer output patch on the hot-patch bay as the patch cables do
not carry an earth connection.

3.5 Control connection

Two DMX inputs (and linked outputs) are provided, these allow you to use
two consoles (such as a normal “static light” console and a moving light
console), or to have a back-up control link. Normally the system will
combine the two inputs with a highest-takes-precedence rule. It is also
possible to configure the system so that some dimmers are controlled by
one DMX input only (see section 4.5).
If you need to change the DMX start address of the system this is
described in section 4.1.
If you are linking the DMX cable on to other devices, ensure the
termination switches are set to Off. If this is the end of the DMX line, set
the termination switch to On for that DMX line. An indicator light comes on
when the termination is On.

3.6 Patching module channels to lights

Next you need to patch each light to a dimmer by connecting cables on the
hot-patch panel.
At the front of the hot patch panel are the outlets from the modules.
Module A has four outlets per channel, and modules B, C and D have two
outlets per channel.
At the back of the hot patch panel are the plugs which link to the multipin
connectors. There is a plug for each circuit on each connector. The picture

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shows module channel 19 (channel 7 on module B) connected to circuit 1

on multipin connector 1.
You can check if a circuit is working
by plugging the patch cable into
the lamp test socket rather than a
module outlet. If the circuit is OK
the lamp test light will come on.
You should also see the indicator
lights on the channels come on
when you connect a load to them.
The lamp test is powered by a
PP3/MN1604/6F22 9V battery
which is in the plastic compartment
on the front of the rack. Press the
Battery Test button to check the
battery state. There is also a
second compartment which holds a
spare battery, though if you need it
someone will probably have already stolen it.

3.7 Testing channels using the local control faders

When you are setting up the rig, it is useful to be able to fade up a channel
from the dimmer rack. Each dimmer module or relay module channel on
the ART2000 has a fader to allow you to do this. However, the faders can
be disabled to prevent people playing with them. The display shows
“Faders on” or “Faders off” to tell you what the current setting is.

3.7.1 Using the local faders

Press TEST ON to enable the faders

Turn the fader on the channel you want to change

The fader and the DMX input are combined, whichever is highest has
control

Press TEST OFF when you have finished.

The local faders combine with the DMX input using highest-takes-
precedence (HTP) rules, in other words if the DMX input is turning the
channel on full, you will not be able to take control using the local fader.
You can also program 12 memories into the ART2000 rack, which is useful
in case of emergency, or for very simple setups where you do not need a
control console. This is described on page 22.

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C H A P T E R F O U R

4. Setting user options

The ART2000 has a simple user interface.
Each function has its own button, shown
on the right, so you don’t get lost in
multiple menus.
This section describes how to configure the
ART2000 rack to your requirements.

4.1 Setting the DMX start address

In normal use, you will just set one start address for all 48 dimmers.
Module channel 1 will operate from the DMX start address you set, and the
other 47 channels will follow in a continuous block of channels. This is
called “Rack Patch” mode, because the whole rack is patched in one go.
You can set the DMX start address differently for the two DMX inputs, so
for example channel 1 can be controlled by DMX channel 100 on one
console and DMX channel 300 on the other console. This can be useful if
two consoles are controlling the rig, as sometimes happens if you are
using moving lights with external dimmers to control the lamp, and normal
static lights in the same show.
You can also allocate each channel to an individual DMX control channel.
This is called Channel Patch mode and is described later.

4.1.1 Setting the DMX start address

Press the DMX A button to change the start address for DMX line A

Press the UP or DOWN buttons to change the start address shown on
the screen

To change in decades, hold down the X10 button and press Up or
Down

Press ENTER to store the new start address.
The display shows
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test Off
------------------------------------------
Change Line A Module start address
Current start address is 001
New start address is 002

Dmx address 000 is not supported

You can set the start address for DMX line B by using the DMX B button in
the same way.

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4.2 Viewing the dimmer levels

You can view the output levels of the dimmer channels by pressing the
LEVEL button (above the STORE button). The display shows the output
levels as a bank of numbers.
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test Off
------------BAY INPUT LEVEL--------------
Chan. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Bay 1 011012013014015016017018019010010010
Bay 2 021022020000000000000000000000000000
Bay 3 000000000000000000000000000000000000
Bay 4
The screen shot above shows a 48 way frame with three 12 channel
dimmer modules fitted.
The module type will determine the way the levels are displayed, where
12 channel dimmer Bay 1 011012013014015016017018019010010010
or contactor module
12 channel breaker or Bay 1
no module fitted
6 channel 32A dimmer Bay 1 011012013014015016

Pressing the UP / DOWN button will cycle the screen between the following
data sources
---BAY INPUT LEVEL-- Input to the dimmer without a curve applied
---BAY OUTPUT LEVEL- Input to the dimmer following the curve
---DMX A LEVEL------ Exclusive DMX Line A data
---DMX B LEVEL------ Exclusive DMX Line B data
---FADER LEVEL------ Exclusive Fader data

4.3 Setting the dimmer curve

Each dimmer channel can have its own “Curve”. This sets the relation of
how the dimmer output responds to the control input.
You can either set each dimmer curve separately, or set them all together
to the same curve.

4.3.1 Setting the dimmer curve

Press the CURVE button

Select the channel you want to modify using the UP / DOWN buttons,
then press ENTER. The centre line (inverted on the display) shows the
current channel

Select the curve setting you want for that channel using the UP/DOWN
buttons, then press Enter.

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The display looks like this:

Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running OK Mode Test Off
------------------------------------------
Change dimmer channel curve
dimmer channel 48 curve: Linear Curve
dimmer channel 01 curve: Linear Curve
dimmer channel 02 curve: Linear Curve

The available dimmer curves are:

• Linear Curve - linear response with standard tungsten halogen lamps
• Relay On >50% - channel turns on full wave, if input above 50%
Relay Off >50% - channel turns off full wave, if input above 50%
• BBC dim curve - special BBC specified curve
• Avo FD dimmer - mimics the analog avolites FD curve if FD is set
properly
• Square law - square law dimming curve
• 5% Pre heat - channel stays on at 5%, input scaled over remaining
95% using a linear curve
• 10% Pre heat - channel stays on at 10%, input scaled over
remaining 90% using a linear curve
• 15% Pre heat - channel stays on at 15%, input scaled over
remaining 85% using a linear curve

You can modify all 48 channels in one go by holding X10 and pressing
CURVE. The following screen display is shown:
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test Off
------------------------------------------
channel Curve setup for all channels
selected Curve is: Linear Curve
press ENTER to change ALL channels
press EXIT to abandon

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired curve, then press
Enter.

4.4 Limiting the output of a dimmer

Each dimmer channel can have its own “Limit” setting. This allows you to
restrict the maximum output of the dimmer. You might want to do this to
match the intensity of different lamps. The dimmer will scale its output
over the remaining DMX data range.
Tip: The limit function can also be used to “slow down” the fading
response of theatrical lights, which are often not used at full power. You
can use this to match a 500W lamp fade speed to a 650W lamp.

4.4.1 Setting the dimmer limit

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Press the LIMIT button

Select the channel you want to set using the UP / DOWN buttons, then
press ENTER.

Select the Limit you want for that channel using the UP/DOWN
buttons, then press ENTER.

To modify the limit for all 48 channels in one go, hold X10 and press
LIMIT. The following screen display is shown:

Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx

Status Running ok Mode Test Off
------------------------------------------
Channel Limit setup for all channels
selected Limit is: no limit set
press ENTER to change ALL channels
press EXIT to abandon

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired limit, then press Enter.

4.5 Soft Patch

The ART2000 system allows you to allocate any DMX address to any
dimmer channel on an individual basis. You can also set different
allocations on DMX line A and line B.
It is important to know that the Art2000 will truncate the dimmer channels
depending on the bay requirements. Consider the following set-ups,
A four bay system:
Bay 1 12x 16A dimmer Dimmer channel 1-12
Bay 2 12x 16A dimmer Dimmer channel 13-24
Bay 3 12x breaker No dimmer channels allocated
Bay 4 12x 16 A dimmer Dimmer channel 25-36
A two bay system:
Bay 1 12x 16A dimmer Dimmer channel 1-12
Bay 2 12x 16A dimmer Dimmer channel 13-24
A two bay system:
Bay 1 6x 32A dimmer Dimmer channel 1-6
Bay 2 6x 32A dimmer Dimmer channel 7-12

The main application of the softpatch is to patch around faults or

problems. You should preferably use the patching facility in your control
console to allocate dimmers to DMX channels, because there is no way of
transferring the patching information from the dimmer rack if you need to
change to a different rack.
When the ART system leaves the factory the soft Patch is pre-loaded with
a patch starting at DMX 001 dimmer channel 1 till DMX 048 dimmer

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channel 48.This is called a “one-to-one” (1:1) patch. In most cases you

may want to start from a different start address like 200 or 127. This
release will allow you to load a 1:1 patch after you have selected the soft
patch mode.
Changing the patch mode
To use the soft Patch, you need to change the mode for DMX line A or B.
The mode can be different for each line.

4.5.1 Turning on the soft Patch

Hold X10 and press DMX-A or DMX-B. The display will show the
SoftPatch screen.

Press UP / DOWN to change the NO into Yes, and press ENTER. The
1:1 Patch screen will now appear

If you do not want a 1:1 patch to be loaded press EXIT,

if you want to load a 1:1 Patch change the NO into Yes using the UP /
DOWN button.

Select the start address where the 1:1 patch needs to start from and
press Enter.
Screen shot after X10 and DMX A:
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test Off
------------------------------------------
Do you want to use a softpatch for Line A
yes

Screen shot after ENTER:

Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test Off
------------------------------------------
Do you want to start with a 1:1 softpatch?
No

To switch of the softpatch, repeat the above procedure selecting NO when

asked if a softpatch is to be used. The soft Patch information is not lost
when you switch off the softpatch.
When a DMX line is in softPatch mode, the top line of the display shows
“Patch” rather than the base DMX address.
If you need to allocate an individual dimmer channel to a different DMX
address you do the following:

4.5.2 Patching individual dimmer channels

Press DMX-A or DMX-B (the Dmx input must be set to softpatch mode)

The middle line of the display shows the active dimmer. Press UP /
DOWN to select the dimmer channel you want to change, then press
ENTER

Press UP / DOWN to set the DMX address for this dimmer channel,
then press ENTER

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Repeat for other dimmers, or press EXIT to finish

The display shows

Line A Patch Dmx ok Dmx B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test off
------------------------------------------
Dmx A softpatch
Dimmer Channel 48 Dmx address 048
Dimmer Channel 01 Dmx address 001
Dimmer Channel 02 Dmx address 002

4.5.3 “Parking” DMX channels

You can set the DMX address of a channel to 000, this “parks” the dimmer
channel so it is not controlled by that DMX line. This is useful if you want a
dimmer to be controllable from only one of the two DMX lines, or if you
want to disable a dimmer.

4.5.4 Behaviour of “X10 and UP /DOWN “

When scrolling through dimmer channels the X10 and UP or DOWN
combination will jump to the first dimmer channel of the following or
preceding bay. Thus in a frame with four 12 channel modules pressing X10
and UP when selecting dimmer channels will result in the channel jumping
from 01 to 13, 25 and 37.
When changing DMX addresses the X10 and UP or DOWN combination will
jump in decades. Thus start addresses 015 changes into 25, 35 etcetera.

4.5.5 When Dmx data has been interrupted

The ART2000 system can detect the availability and usability of Dmx Data
and will show this in the screen
Line A Patch Dmx ok Dmx B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test off
------------------------------------------

• “Dmx ok “ indicates Dmx data which can be used (Line A in above

screen shot)
• “No Dmx” indicated either no dmx connected or bad Dmx (Line B in
above screen shot)
The ART2000 will retain the last received DMX data if a single Dmx Data
stream is interrupted (this in accordance with DMX 512 1990).
You can clear this data by pressing X10 and TEST OFF and all the channels

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held at a level by the interrupted Dmx data will fade to off.

When two data streams are present and one is interrupted the ART2000
will fade out the “locked” data from the interrupted Dmx stream after 5
seconds and in 5 seconds. This will allow you to regain control over
channels held at a level by the interrupted Dmx Stream.

4.6 Storing dimmer level memories

The ART2000 system can store 12 memories internally. A memory
contains the state of all the 48 channels. This can be useful to keep the
show going if the control console stops working, or if you have a very
simple static set-up which does not require a control console.
If you have multiple racks of Avolites ART dimmers (2000, 4000 or 6000),
you can instruct all connected ART systems to store a “Global” memory.
Once you have stored memories, you can play back these memories from
one control module, allowing you access to all the channels on all the
racks using the controls on the first rack. If you are planning on doing this,
the first rack in the DMX line will be the Master rack, and all the others will
be Slaves. The Master rack will use the DMX-A line to command the
downstream racks to save or play back the memory, and so it is best if
only ART systems are connected to the DMX line downstream from the
Master, since other systems may interfere with memory replay or
recording.

4.7 Storing a memory

When you store a memory, it records the current state of all the dimmers
channels. Memories can either be stored as “local” (just the current rack)
or “global” (the current rack will store the memory and instruct all
downstream systems to store as well).This is particularly handy when
storing memories on a multiple dimmer system setup, as you will only
have to store 12 global memories, and not 12 memories for every system.
Use the following procedure to store a memory

4.7.1 Storing a memory

Press the STORE button

Select the Fader location you want to store in using the UP / DOWN
buttons, then press ENTER

Select “Local” or “Global” using the UP/DOWN buttons, then press
ENTER.
Screen shot after memory 6 has been entered:
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test off
------------------------------------------
Store a memory to a channel fader

Store memory 06 as a local memory

4.8 Replaying a memory

You can replay a memory either locally (just the current rack) or globally

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(the current rack and all downstream racks). When you replay a memory
locally, the output is HTP mixed to any DMX levels which may be present.
Use the following procedure to replay a local memory.

4.8.1 Replaying a local memory

Press the REPLAY button

Turn the fader for the memory you want to replay (faders 1-12 on the
top dimmer module)

Press TEST OFF to stop the memory replay.

Note: The faders used to replay a memory are the first 12 faders on Bay 1
If a power distribution module is fitted in Bay A, no memories can
be replayed locally.
If you want to replay a memory globally (i.e. turn on Memory 1 on all the
racks), you need to carry out the following procedure at the Master rack
(the one which is first in the DMX line).
Note: that the DMX line will be interrupted; if you have other equipment
connected after the master dimmer rack they will lose DMX.

4.8.2 Replaying a global memory

Press the TRANSMIT MEMORY button on the Master rack

Press ENTER to confirm

Turn the fader for the memory you want to replay (faders 1-12 on the
top dimmer module). The memory will replay on all racks.

To stop transmitting memories, Press the TRANSMIT MEMORY button
on the Master rack

Press ENTER to confirm

You can pre-view what channels are stored at what level in a memory
without replaying it

4.8.3 Pre-viewing a memory

Press X10 and STORE

Use UP and DOWN to cycle trough the 12 memories

Memory pre-view screen shot

Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test off
----------MEMORY 01 STORED LEVEL----------
Chan. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Bay 1 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00255 00 00 00
Bay 1 00 00 00 00 45 00 00 00 00 00 00 00
Bay 1 00 00 00 00 00 00 09 00 00 00 00 00
Bay 1 00 00 00 00 00 00 00255 00 00 00 00

Pressing the EXIT button will restore the normal screen.

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5. ELDC Option
The ART2000 can be fitted with the ELDC Option, This option allows you to
disable the RCD from tripping the bay breaker during live shoots.
The ELDC system will power up in the “RCD enabled” mode indicated by
the Green switch being lit. After that each bay can be individually disabled
using the ELDC Master control key-switch and the Red disable switch.
The switches will indicate the status of the ELDC system
Green switch lit ELDC detector active and enabled (Bay is Protected)
Red switch lit ELDC detector active and disabled (Bay is unprotected)
Green or red ELDC detector not active, switch control power on to activate
switch not lit ELDC system. The ELDC system is not to be used in this mode
(Bay is unprotected and unsafe to use)

5.1.1 Disabling an ELDC RCD

Turn and hold the ELDC master control key-switch to ”Allow RCD
Disable”

Select the bay(s) to be disabled by pressing the Red “RCD disable”
switch, the red switch is now lit

Return the ELDC master control key-switch to the centre position

When the Key-switch is in the centre position the key can be removed and
no changes can be made to the Disable selection.
The RCD’s will return to the “enabled mode” after a power down and up
cycle

5.1.2 Resetting the RCD Disable Selection.

Turn the Master RCD control key-switch to “Reset RCD Disable”, all
green switches are now lit

Return the Master RCD control key-switch to the centre position

Note: The ELDC Sensor tripping current is rated at 30mA/30mSec. Power

for the ELDC system is derived from the Phase selector and should
be 240V ± 10%.

Warning: Do not use the system without either the Green or Red
indicator lit on used bays

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CHAPTER SIX

6. Troubleshooting
The ART2000 system includes many self-testing features. If there is an
internal problem in the system, the control module will usually detect the
problem and tell you about it.
The Status line on the display tells you if the system is happy and healthy,
or if there is something you need to worry about. “Running OK” means
that everything is good. “warning” means that there is a problem, but the
dimmer will carry on working.

6.1 System setup

You can display more information about the system by holding down the
X10 button and pressing the LEVEL button.(above STORE)
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test off
---------------BAY STATUS-----------------
Found Chan Control Temp OverTemp Run
Bay 1 Yes 12 123 20 No 81
Bay 2 Yes 12 456 21 No 71
Bay 3 No 00 789 -127 No 00
Bay 4 Yes 12 101 21 No 61

This screen shows the status of the bays, where:

Found Yes indicates module detected
No indicates module not present or undetected

Chan 00 No module detected therefore no dimmer channels allocated

06 a 6 channel module detected and 6 dimmer channels allocated
12 a 12 channel module

Control A run counter inside the dimmer controller (should not be stationary)
Temp Temperature of the module (± 3 degrees C)
OverTemp Indicates the state of the over temperature switch on the module
Run A run counter on the Module controller (should not be stationary)

To see the software details press UP or DOWN when the above screen is
active
X10 and LEVEL SCREEN the press UP
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test off
------------SOFTWARE VERSION--------------

ART OS3.0R0 Ucode 1.0 PDE1.0/1.2

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Pressing the EXIT button will restore the normal screen.

The internal software can be updated using PC software and special cable,
(avolites part number 1808-0016) available from Avolites. Full instructions
are given by the PC software.

6.2 Overheating
If the system detects that it is overheating (heatsink temperature over
75°C), it will display the following warning
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Running ok Mode Test off
--------------WARNING------------------
Bay 1 temperature is over 75 C!"
Is the fan working for this bay?"
Bay will shut down at 90 C!"

Ensure that all fan vents are clear and that sufficient air flow is available to
naturally cool the module.
If the temperature continues to rise the following message will apprear
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status warning Mode Test off
---------------WARNING-------------------
Bay 1 has shut down at 90 C!
Check for cause of over-heating!
Bay may resume operation if cooled.

The affected dimmer module is be shut down.

6.3 Module sensing

If the system detects that it cannot communicate with a module which was
OK at power-up, it displays the following message
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status warning Mode Test off
---------------WARNING--------------------

Bay 1 not found

A module not being correctly fitted in a bay or being removed whilst

powered up usually causes this.

6.4 Problems with setup changes

If the system cannot write setup changes into its permanent memory it
displays the message below. The system will continue to operate but setup
changes will be lost when it is powered down.

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Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx

Status Warning Mode Test off
---------------WARNING--------------------

There was a problem saving data!

Please try again.

Please Contact Avolites for service if this problem occurs.

6.5 Dimmer Engine Control Problems

If the system cannot start-up one or more of the four dimmer engines the
following message will appear
Line A 001 Dmx ok Line B 001 No Dmx
Status Warning Mode Test off
---------------WARNING--------------------
Bay 1 dimming control has stopped!
Check ic's in the control module! Power down and restart.

The remaining bays will work as normal and the dimmer can be used

6.6 Software upgrade

Any ART system running OS 2.0R0 or higher software can be upgraded
using a serial cable and a PC.
The Software will be made available free of charge , on the Avolites web
site under “Downloads”, you will also find data on how to make the cable
Alternatively you can buy the cable from Avolites, part number: 1808-0016

6.7 Resolving circuit problems

If a dimmer circuit does not operate as you expect, don’t panic! There are
several possible causes.
Check the lamp: on the hot-patch panel on top of the rack, connect a cable
from the multicore channel to the lamp test socket and check that the
lamp test light comes on. If not, the lamp or multicore cable is faulty. Try
another lamp or a different cable.
Check the dimmer channel: With all control channels at zero, plug the hot
patch cable from the multicore channel to the dimmer channel. The neon
on the dimmer channel should come on to indicate a load is present. Press
Test On and fade up the manual fader on the channel. If this does not
work there is a problem with the dimmer channel (check the channel
circuit breaker is turned on!). If you have a spare dimmer module try
changing the module.
Check the control setup: If all the above is OK, then you may have a DMX
control problem. Make sure that the rack is set to the same DMX channel
as the control console. If the display shows that the DMX line you are
using is in Channel Patch mode, make sure the dimmer channel has not
been patched somewhere else or has been “parked”.

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If you are experiencing common faults or patterns (such as every 3rd

channel not working) this can indicate a phase supply problem.
You may be able to solve problems by restarting the dimmer rack or
pressing the reset button using a small pointed implement.

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C H A P T E R S E V E N

7. Introduction to DMX
This section is for those who are put off by dip switches, lights that move
unexpectedly and strange digital control systems that fly down microphone
cables.

7.1 Ordinary lighting

Standard lighting consists of a variety of light bulbs connected to dimmers.
The lights may be anything from par cans to theatrical lanterns, and the
dimmer controls the intensity of the light. A typical controller for standard
lighting has a set of sliders, and each slider controls the intensity of one
dimmer using a low-voltage control signal of 0 to 10 volts. The standard
way to link the sliders to the dimmers is by using a multicore cable with
one core for each dimmer channel.

7.2 The problem with big lighting rigs

Because each dimmer channel needs its own control signal, if you have a
large lighting rig, the control cable can end up being huge, with big
expensive connectors. If you are using intelligent lighting, like scans, this
gets even worse, because some of the more complicated fixtures use 20
channels or more per fixture. You soon need a better way of getting the
control signals from the control console to the equipment.

7.3 The DMX control system

Fortunately, there is an easy to use system for controlling intelligent
lighting and dimmers with large numbers of channels. It is called DMX-
512, which stands for Digital MultipleX, and it sends up to 512 control
signals down a 2 core or 4 core screened cable. The cable can be simply
daisy-chained from each lighting device to the next - all DMX devices have
a loop-through connector which allows you to link to the next device.
Normally a 5-pin XLR connectors is used and in the case of the ART
system, all 5 pins should be connected.
Control consoles using the DMX system send out the level for channel 1,
followed by the level for channel 2, then 3, then 4 and so on, all the way
up to a maximum of 512 (though not all DMX systems send out all the
channels). It then goes back to channel 1 and goes round again.
All the units connected to the DMX receive all the channels, and you tell
them which channels to respond to by setting the “start address” on each
unit. The computer inside the dimmer or fixture waits for the correct
channels to come up, then reads in the levels for those channels and uses
them to set the dimmer levels or the fixture positions.

7.4 A few cautions about using DMX

DMX is a robust system which normally works very well, provided you
keep to a few simple rules. Here are a few tips for making DMX work well.
• DMX cabling should be twisted-pair shielded data cable. Microphone
cable is not recommended because it degrades the signal, especially on
long runs.

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• Always “terminate” the last dimmer or fixture on the DMX line, either
with a special termination plug, or the ART2000 rack has terminator
switches which do this for you. The termination is a 120 ohm resistor
across the DMX data line which prevents data interference on the line.
It might work without but…
• Don’t split the DMX cable. Loop it from one unit to the next. If you
have to split it, use a proper active splitter unit like the Avolites Rack
splitter or Avolites truss splitter, part numbers 33-65-1000 (19”
mounting, 8 outputs) or 33-65-2000 (truss mounting splitter using a
self-fixing strap, 6 outputs).
• The DMX specification says you should not have more than 32 unit
loads on one DMX line. Either use several DMX lines (Avolites consoles
usually have more than one) or use a DMX splitter unit. Again, you will
probably get away with using more if you have to, but the DMX signal
will be weaker than it should be.
• Don’t run your DMX lines near high voltage cables or neon. They may
pick up interference which will stop the system working.

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C H A P T E R E I G H T

8. System specification
The figures below give the specification of the standard ART2000 system.

Power Ratings Minimum Maximum

Mains input voltage (phase - 110V/220V 120V/240V
neutral)*
Mains input frequency 42Hz 72Hz
Current drawn per phase 274A
Current per channel 16A/32A
*System is manufactured for either 110V or 240V

Environmental ratings Minimum Maximum

Ambient temperature 0°C 40°C
Internal heatsink temperature 70°C
Relative humidity - 90% non-
condensing

Fan cooling airflow (cubic ft/min) Minimum Maximum

Normal operation 80 CFM 100 CFM
Maximum load 850 CFM

Physical information
Dimensions (all rack lids fitted) 580 x 1005 x 1180 mm LxDxH
Weight 198Kg (48x16A)
Kg (24x16A)

Channel/Phase information Channels

Red phase 1,4,7,10
Yellow phase 2,5,8,11
Blue phase 3,6,9,12

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C H A P T E R N I N E

9. Connector pinouts
The tables below give the wiring of the connectors used on the standard
ART2000 system.

DMX connectors (5 pin XLR)

DMX LINE A
Pin Function
1 Earth
2 Data -
3 Data +
4 Line B Data -
5 Line B Data +
DMX LINE B
Pin Function
1 Earth
2 Data -
3 Data +
4 (loop through)
5 (loop through)

Multicore output connectors: Various types of connector may be fitted by

Avolites. See previous page for phasing of outputs.
Socapex 19 pin
Pin Function
1 Live 1
2 Neutral 1
3 Live 2
4 Neutral 2
5 Live 3
6 Neutral 3
7 Live 4
8 Neutral 4
9 Live 5
10 Neutral 5
11 Live 6
12 Neutral 6
13 Earth
14 Earth
15 Earth
16 Earth
17 Earth
18 Earth
19 Earth

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Harting / Electroflex: There are 4 different ways that these connectors can
be wired, please consult Avolites if you are unsure as to which standard is
in use on your system.
Harting/ Electroflex (Harting 1-2)
Pin Function
1 Live 1
2 Neutral 1
3 Live 2
4 Neutral 2
5 Live 3
6 Neutral 3
7 Live 4
8 Neutral 4
9 Live 5
10 Neutral 5
11 Live 6
12 Neutral 6
13
14
15
16
Earth Earth

Harting/Lectroflex (Harting 1-2 & extra Earth)

As above, but pins 13-16 connected to earth.

Harting/Lectroflex (Harting 1-9)

Pin Function
1 Live 1
2 Live 2
3 Live 3
4 Live 4
5 Live 5
6 Live 6
7
8
9 Neutral 1
10 Neutral 2
11 Neutral 3
12 Neutral 4
13 Neutral 5
14 Neutral 6
15
16
Earth Earth

Harting/Lectroflex "D" variant (Harting 1-9 & extra Earth)

as above, but pins 7, 8, 15, 16 are also connected to earth.

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10. Glossary of technical terms

ADDRESS see START ADDRESS
BAY The ART2000 rack has 2 or 4 bays depending on the
model , each of which can hold either a dimmer
module, relay module or power distribution module.
CHANNEL One circuit of a dimmer/distribution system, which
may be connected to one or more lamps in parallel.
Also used to refer to the slider controlling the dimmer
on the control console and the control value in the
DMX system which links the two.
SOFT PATCH Patching mode where each dimmer channel can be
assigned to any DMX Address (they do not need to be
in a sequence)
CURVE How the output of the dimmer corresponds to the
input. Used to correct for non-linear response of
some types of lamp.
DIMMER Device which allows control over the intensity of a
lighting fixture.
DMX DMX512(1990) a specification for communication
between control desks and dimmers or fixtures,
Originally for Dimmers it has been adopted as a
control protocol for most lighting systems. It can
carry 512 different slots of 8-bit data.
HOT-PATCH A plugging system which allows you to connect any
dimmer channel output to any Multicore channel. The
“hot” refers to the patch carrying mains voltage.
HTP Highest Takes Precedence, a mechanism for
determining the output level of a Channel held in
more than one Playback Channel. The Channel
outputting the Highest value at any given time will
always determine the level of the Channel. Also see
LTP.
INTELLIGENT LIGHTING
Generally refers to some type of motorised light or
colour changer. Also called Intelligent Fixture,
Device, Instrument, Moving Light.
MODULE An electronics pack containing either 12 dimmer
channels or 12 power distribution channels.
MULTICORE A cable/connector system which can carry multiple
connections. Often used to connect 6 lights to a
Dimmer rack instead of using 6 separate cables.
Sometimes the brand name of the connector is used,
e.g. Socapex or Harting.
PHASES Mains power is supplied in three different live
conductors, each called a phase. Consult an
electrician for more details.
PREHEAT If a small voltage is left applied to a lamp when the

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channel is turned off, it turns on faster. This

technique is called Preheat.
RACK PATCH Patching mode where dimmers are allocated to
sequential DMX control channels
RCD Residual Current Device. Helps to protect the user
against electrocution by detecting an imbalance
between the current leaving the unit down the live
conductor and the current returning down the
neutral, and isolating the supply the current differs
by more than 30mA.
RISE TIME The time taken for the mains output to rise to full
voltage when the dimmer channel turns on. This
happens 100 times per second and has a large effect
on the amount of interference generated by the
dimmer (longer rise time = less interference). It also
affects the acoustic noise made by a lamp filament.
START ADDRESS The first DMX channel used by the dimmer or fixture.
Usually a block of channels is used, starting from the
Start Address.
TERMINATION The end of a DMX run should always be fitted with a
terminating resistor to prevent data problems. The
ART2000 rack has switches to do this.
TN-S Type of three phase power system with neutral
bonded to earth at the substation, and a separate
earth conductor throughout the system.

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11. Index

A E
address, setting DMX, 15 E-mail number, iii
error messages, 24

B
F
bargraph button, 16
battery for lamp test, 14 fan cooling, 11
bays, for power modules, 11 fault messages, 24
Fax number, UK, iii
Fax number, USA, iii
C
Camlok connectors, 7, 8 H
changing power modules, 11
channel patch mode, 18 Harting connector wiring, 32
channel, setting DMX address, Harting connectors (overview), 8
15 hot-patch panel (overview), 8
circuit breakers, 9 hot-patch panel, patching
connecting power to the system channels, 9, 13
(detail), 12
connecting power to the system
(overview), 8 I
connection neons, 12
connections to lights, 13 installation of the rack, 11
connector wiring, 31 Internet address, iii
contrast of display, adjusting,
10, 13
control module (overview), 10 L
current meter, 10
curve of dimmer, 16
lamp test socket, 14
lamp test socket (overview), 9
level display, 16
D limiting dimmer output, 17
load check indicators, 6
desk lamp socket, 9 local control faders
dimmer enabling, 14
setting curve, 16 using, 14
setting limit, 17 local on, local off, 14
dimmer bays, 11
dimmer modules (overview), 9
display contrast control, 10, 13 M
distribution module, 9
DMX channel, setting, 15
main circuit breakers, 9
DMX connector wiring, 31
mains distribution modules, 9
DMX lines, 28
mains fault neons, 12
DMX, introduction to, 27
Manual software, iii
DMX, parking channels, 20
memories, internal, 21
module types, 9
multicore connectors, 13

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Sales and service numbers, USA, iii

O Service numbers, UK, iii
setting dimmer curve, 16
options setting dimmer limit, 17
factory fitted, 8 setting DMX channel, 15
setting user options, 15 Socapex connector wiring, 31
output level display, 16 Socapex connectors (overview),
overheating fault, 11, 25 8
software
updating from PC, 24
P version number, 24
specification of system, 29
parking DMX channels, 20 status display, 24
patching channels on hot patch storing memories, 21
panel, 9, 13 system specification, 29
phase selection switch, 12 system status display, 24
Phone numbers, iii
power
connecting to the system T
(overview), 8
connection instructions, 12 testing dimmer channels, 14
power input connections, 8 testing lamps, 14
power modules transmit memory button, 22
changing, 11 troubleshooting, 24
Powerlok connectors, 8 turning on channels on dimmers,
14

Q
U
quick start instructions, 7
updating software, 24
utility power panel, 8
R
rack patch mode, 15 V
relay module, 9
replaying memories, 21 voltage meter, 10
reset button, 10

W
S
Website, iii
safety information, 6, 7
Sales and service numbers, UK, iii

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