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ETC ColorSource 40 User Manual

ETC ColorSource 40
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Part Number: 7225M1210-1.1.0 Rev: A
Released: 2016-12
ColorSource AV Console
User Manual
v1.1.0

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ETC ColorSource 40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandETC
ModelColorSource 40
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Welcome to the ColorSource Help System

Shutdown

Procedure to safely turn off the console and put it into hibernation mode.

ColorSource Overview

Stage Map

Displays a topographical map of channels for control.

Available Controls

Describes touch, gesture, and button interactions with the console interface.

Fader Mode

Sets faders to control individual channels or playbacks.

Crossfader

Provides manual control over fades between cues.

Master Faders

Four faders used to control output of specific functions like volume or playbacks.

Getting Started With Patching

Patch

Associates channels with DMX addresses and device types for control.

Add Dimmer

Procedure for patching single-address devices like dimmers.

Add Device

Procedure for patching multiple-address lighting devices.

RDM

Explains RDM as a two-way communication method for lighting control.

Controlling Your Lighting System

Channels

Defines channels as controls for fixtures, dimmers, or groups.

Setting the Operating Mode

Configures the console for Simple or Complete operating modes.

Controls

Overview of console functions for controlling lights and cues.

Keypad

Provides channel and level control via numeric keypad entry.

Color Selector

Screen for selecting mixable colors using a color picker or chips.

Parameter

Controllable features of automated lights like position and beam.

Recording Your Looks For Playback

Record Playback Memory

Procedure to record a lighting look into a playback memory.

Record Cue

Records the current console state into a cue in the cue list.

Edit Cue List

Editor for modifying cue names, timing, and content.

Record Sequence

Procedure to record sequences with fade and step timing.

Undo

Reverts the most recent action that changed show data.

Using Effects

Effects

Overview of the effect system for dynamic patterns on channels.

How to Apply an Effect

Step-by-step guide to applying color, shape, intensity, or parameter effects.

Effect, Color

Applies color effects to channels with color mixing capabilities.

Effect, Shape

Applies motion (pan/tilt) effects to chosen channels.

Effect, Intensity

Applies intensity effects to channels with intensity control.

Add Effect

Procedure to add a new effect to selected lights.

Turning Lights Off

Clear

Removes levels from cues, playbacks, and channels.

Blackout

Sets all lighting levels to zero instantly.

Special Functions

Playback Toy

Display for controlling and viewing playbacks and sequences.

Intensity

Plays only the intensity part of a recorded look.

Parameter GO

Plays only the parameter part of a recorded look.

Filter, All

Toggles all parameters on or off for playback control.

AV Functions

Media, Audio

Controls for playing and recording audio clips and managing the audio mixer.

Media, Video

Controls for playing and recording video clips and image effects.

Audio Mute

Mutes all audio output from the console.

Video Off

Blanks the video output on the console to black.

OSC Commands

OSC Commands

Lists OSC commands for remote console control via network.

Amigo Remote Web Browser

Overview of using the web browser interface for console control.

Connecting the Amigo Remote Web Browser via WiFi

Steps to connect to the console using a WiFi network.

Connecting to the Amigo Remote Web Browser by Cable

Steps to connect to the console using a wired network connection.

System Settings and Setup

Settings: Basic

Configures operating mode, language, and stage map zones.

Settings: Times

Sets default fade times for clear, cue, and parameter moves.

Settings: Console

Configures DMX speed, backlight, buttons, and external monitor.

Settings: Network

Configures network settings, output protocols, and OSC.

Settings: Erase

Operations for erasing show data, memories, sequences, cues, and patch.

Showfile Management

File, New

Starts a new show file, clearing existing memory.

File, Save

Saves the current show file with its existing name.

File, Import

Imports an existing show file from a memory stick.

File, Export

Exports the current show file to a memory stick.

Update Firmware

Updates the console's main operating software.

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