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ChamSys MagicQ MQ100 Pro User Manual

ChamSys MagicQ MQ100 Pro
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ChamSys MagicQ MQ100 Pro Specifications

General IconGeneral
DMX Channels4096
DMX Outputs4
Weight5.5 kg
Audio inputYes
MIDIYes
Internal TouchscreenYes
External MonitorYes
Faders10
Playbacks10
LCD ScreenYes
MIDI In/OutYes
DMX Inputs1

Summary

Care of your console

Safety Information

Important warnings and precautions for safe operation and handling of the console.

Quick Start Guide to using MagicQ consoles

Introduction

Sets the stage for the manual's content and objectives.

MagicQ Consoles

Details the different models within the MagicQ console range.

Connections

MQ100 Pro

Illustrates and labels the connections on the MQ100 Pro console.

MQ100

Plugging up

Instructions for connecting power, lamps, and keyboard.

DMX connections

Explains how to connect DMX outputs and use Ethernet converters.

Powering up

Powering down

Procedure for safely shutting down the console and application.

Resetting the console

Instructions for performing soft and hard resets to resolve issues.

Console Layout

Window select buttons

Buttons used to navigate and select different display windows on the screen.

Head control section

Area with encoders for adjusting head parameters like pan and tilt.

Editor buttons

Buttons used for modifying program data and show information.

Keypad section

Numeric and function keys for inputting commands and data.

Playback section

Contains faders and buttons for controlling cues and cue stacks.

Touch screen & encoders

The main display and rotary controls for interacting with the software.

Touch Screen & Encoders

Windows

Palettes

Describes the view for Groups, Positions, Colours, and Beams.

Prog

Refers to the programmer window for show data.

Cue Stacks

Window for managing sequences of cues.

Outputs

Window showing DMX output status.

Head Control

Editor buttons

Playback

Details the playback section with faders, buttons, and master controls.

Getting going

Starting up the console

Steps to power on the console and begin operation.

Calibrating the touch screen

Procedure to adjust the touch screen for accurate input.

Starting a New Show

Enabling Console Outputs

Using Direct DMX Outputs

Explains how to use the physical DMX outputs on the console.

Using ArtNet and ArtNet to DMX interfaces

Connecting a MagicQ Playback Wing

Instructions for connecting an external Playback Wing via USB.

Connecting external monitors

Patching

CHOOSE HEAD

Procedure for selecting a fixture type from the available list.

PATCH IT

The action taken to assign the selected head to a DMX address.

PATCH (Martin Mac 250m4)

Naming and Numbering Heads

How to assign names and numbers to patched heads for easier programming.

Controlling Heads

Selecting Heads

Methods for selecting individual heads or groups of heads.

Selecting heads from the Group/Heads Window

Using windows to select heads via groups or individual lists.

Recording a Group

Process for saving a selection of heads as a group.

Naming a Group

Assigning names to recorded groups for easier recall.

Recalling a Group

Setting levels for Dimmers

Adjusting intensity levels for dimmers using various methods.

Locating Heads

Modifying Attributes

Changing attributes like pan, tilt, colour, and gobo using windows.

Recording a Palette

Adding in FX

Recording a Cue

Recording a Cue Stack (Chase or Theatre Stack)

Cue Stack Timing

Saving your show

Playing back your show

Hints for Operators used to other consoles

Users familiar with Hog II consoles

Compares MagicQ features to those familiar with Hog II consoles.

Common Problems for Hog II users

Addresses common issues encountered by Hog II users when switching to MagicQ.

Users familiar with Avolites consoles

Users familiar with Strand Consoles

Channels

Explains how MagicQ handles channels and fixtures.

Control of channels

Describes the three entities that control channels (Presets, Programmer, Playbacks).

Troubleshooting

No outputs

Steps to diagnose and fix problems related to DMX or ArtNet output.

Desk not responding

Troubleshooting steps when the console becomes unresponsive.

Strange key presses, unexpected window changes

How to identify and resolve erratic console behavior.

Screen problems

Start up problems

Troubleshooting steps for when the console fails to start or boot properly.

Backup Archives

Reporting problems

Information on how to report issues and submit log files.

Upgrading console software

Upgrading systems currently running v1.3.4.9 or above

Steps for upgrading software for newer versions.

Upgrading systems currently running older software than v1.3.4.9

Steps for upgrading software for older versions.

Restoring Default Console Settings

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