Avolites Quartz User Manual

Avolites Quartz
Operator’s Manual
Version 10

Avolites Quartz Specifications

General

Type	Lighting Control Console
Manufacturer	Avolites
Model	Quartz
Operating System	Titan
Processor	Intel Core i5
RAM	8GB
Storage	128 GB SSD
Power Supply	100-240V AC
DMX Output	4
Control Interface	Touchscreen
Connectivity	USB, Ethernet
Ethernet Ports	1

Summary

1. Quick Start

1.1 Patching fixtures

Process of assigning DMX addresses and controller handles to lighting units.

1.2 Controlling fixtures

1.3 Programming cues and chases

Recording sequences of looks (cues) and timed events (chases).

2. Setting up and using the console

2.2 Connecting up

2.6 Loading and saving shows

Procedures for saving, loading, and backing up show files.

3. Patching

3.1 Patching new fixtures or dimmers

Assigning DMX addresses and controller handles to fixtures.

3.2 Changing the patch

Modifying existing fixture patches, addresses, and attributes.

4. Controlling dimmers and fixtures

4.1 Using the select buttons and wheels

Basic operations for selecting and controlling fixture attributes.

4.2 Viewing and editing fixture values

5. Palettes

5.1 Creating palettes

Storing fixture attribute settings for quick recall as palettes.

5.2 Recalling palettes

Applying stored palette values to fixtures.

5.3 Editing palettes

6. Shapes and Pixel Mapper effects

6.1 Shape generator

Creating animated effects using pre-defined or custom shapes.

6.2 Key frame shapes

6.3 Pixel mapper

Generating 2D effects using groups of fixtures as pixels.

7. Cues

7.1 Creating a cue

Saving a specific look or state as a single cue.

7.2 Using a cue

Firing and managing cues, understanding HTP/LTP rules.

7.3 Editing cues

Modifying existing cues by merging or updating values.

7.5 Cue timing

8. Chases

8.1 Creating a chase

Programming sequences of cues that run automatically.

8.2 Playback

Firing and controlling chase playback.

8.3 Editing a chase

9. Cue Lists

9.1 Creating a cue list

Recording sequences of cues into a structured list for show playback.

9.2 Cue List playback

Firing and controlling cue lists, viewing playback details.

9.3 Editing cue lists

Modifying cues, values, and timings within a cue list.

9.5 Cue list timing

10. Capture visualiser

10.1 Setting up the rig

Configuring the virtual stage environment and fixture placement.

10.2 Visualising using Capture

11. Running the show

11.1 Playback controls

Managing playbacks, faders, and console operations during a live show.

11.6 Linking consoles for multi-user or backup

12. Remote control

12.1 Setting up the remote

12.2 Operating the remote

13. User Settings and other options

13.1 The System menu

13.4 Key Profiles

13.5 User Settings

Personalizing console behavior, including general, handle, and patching settings.

13.6 DMX output mapping

13.8 Upgrading the software

Procedure for updating the console's operating software.

13.9 Recovering/reinstalling the system

Steps for reinstalling the console software or recovering from system failure.

14. Fixture Personalities

14.1 Downloading fixture personalities from Avolites

Obtaining fixture control data from the Avolites website.

14.1.2 Updating the personality library on the console

15. Networking the console

15.1 Controlling fixtures over a network

Setting up IP addresses and network connections for console communication.

15.5 All about IP addressing

18. Titan Commands quick reference

18.1 Fixtures

Quick reference for commands related to fixture selection and control.