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Elation SHOW DESIGNER 2CF User Manual

Elation SHOW DESIGNER 2CF
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SHOW DESIGNER 2CF
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Elation SHOW DESIGNER 2CF Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of DMX Universes2
DMX Channels1024
ProtocolsDMX512, Art-Net
Supported ProtocolsDMX512
Featuresfixture library, effects generator
TypeLighting Controller
EffectsEffects Generator
Dimensions19" x 7" x 3.5" (482.6mm x 177.8mm x 88.9mm)

Summary

General Information

Important Notice

Device must be used by authorized personnel; improper use voids warranty.

Limited Warranty (USA Only)

Safety Guidelines

General Precautions

Use in dry locations, avoid liquids, flammable materials, extreme environments, and ensure proper handling.

Operator Qualification

Device should be operated by qualified and trained professionals only.

Menu and Setup Functions

Menu Navigation

Explains how to navigate menus using switches and data wheels to select and edit settings.

Choose Fixtures

Select lighting fixtures from the library, load profiles, or set auto patch for DMX addressing.

Menu and Setup Functions (continued)

Patch Fixtures

Manually set DMX starting addresses and ports for fixtures or use auto patch.

Modify Fixture

Modify attributes like name, channels, black channel, pan, tilt, and crossfade mode for fixtures.

Save Memory File to COM Port

Back up the controller memory to a PC via the RS-232 port.

Load Memory File from CF

Restore controller memory from a backup file on a compact flash card.

Update Software

Update the Show Designer 2CF software using a file on a compact flash card.

Lock/Unlock Memory

Lock or unlock the controller's memory to prevent unauthorized changes.

Save Memory File to CF

Back up the entire controller memory to a compact flash card.

Erase All Memory

Clear all data, settings, scenes, presets, and shows from the controller.

Switches and Controls

Fixture

Select individual fixtures for direct control using faders, wheels, or joystick.

Switches and Controls (continued)

Data Wheels

Adjust channel values, settings, and navigate menus for programming and control.

Channel Faders

Control individual fixture channels or act as scene masters for crossfading.

Black Switch

Blackout all fixtures or clear the scene buffer with its "Clear All" function.

Scenes

Scene Recording

Save the current stage look, including channel levels, chases, and presets, as a scene.

Recalling Scenes (Solo Mode)

Play back scenes individually, with channels fading or snapping to new settings.

Presets

Preset Overview

Small memories for colors, gobos, focus, or effects used as building blocks for scenes.

Recording Presets

Capture specific channel settings like color or gobo to create reusable presets.

Presets (continued)

Recalling Presets

Play back presets, layering them onto scenes or applying them to selected fixtures.

Chases

Recording Chases

Create chases by recording channel levels, presets, steps, speed, fade, and names.

Chases (continued)

Shows

Recording Shows

Create shows by sequencing scenes, setting hold times, and defining playback attributes.

Scene Masters

Scene Master Operation

Use faders to manually crossfade between scenes or run up to 8 scenes simultaneously.

Scene Masters (continued)

Using the Compact Flash Interface (continued)

Software Update

Update the controller's software using a file from a CF card.

Using the COM Port

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