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ETC sensor+ CEM+ - User Manual

ETC sensor+ CEM+
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Part Number: 7150M1400-3.1.0 Rev: B
Released: 2021-12
CEM+
User/Configuration Manual
Version 3.1

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Summary

Introduction

Using this Manual

Explains how to use this manual and lists symbols used for warnings.

Whats New in v3.1

Lists changes and new features introduced in version 3.1 of the system.

Chapter 1 Overview

System Components

Details the components that make up the Sensor+ system, including racks and modules.

CEM+ Control Module

Explains the function and configuration capabilities of the CEM+ control module.

Sensor+ Connect Web Browser Interface Overview

Provides an overview of the web server interface for system configuration and monitoring.

Sensor+ Dimming System Features

Details features like playback of presets and feedback capabilities.

CEM+ Playback Priorities

Explains how the CEM+ uses the ACN priority scheme to arbitrate input priorities.

System Limitations

Lists the maximum limits for racks, dimmers, presets, rooms, and other system parameters.

Chapter 2 Basic Navigation

The CEM+ User Interface

Describes the buttons and LCD display on the CEM+ face panel for navigation.

CEM+ Basic Operation

Covers basic operation, including login levels and main menu navigation.

NoConfig

Explains the NoConfig menu for initial base settings and configuration creation.

About

Provides status information about dimmers, racks, network, and group.

Login

Details how to log in using user levels and PINs for system access.

Setup Dimmer

Explains how to set dimmer firing mode, curve, scale, and preheat properties.

Patch

Describes how to enable/disable data ports and create the patch for input ports.

Data Loss Behavior

Defines how the system responds to DMX, EDMX, and sACN data loss.

Add Rack [Power]

Explains how to add additional racks to the existing system configuration.

Presets

Details how to activate, deactivate, record, and edit presets within rooms.

Panic [User][Power]

Covers activating, deactivating, recording, and clearing panic looks.

Record Loads [Power]

Explains how to record dimmer loads for Advanced Features systems.

Chapter 3 Sensor+ Connect Web Interface

Sensor+ Connect Web Browser Interface Overview

Provides an overview of the web interface, its capabilities, and access methods.

Group

Covers group management, including summary status and dimmer checks.

Racks & Dimmers

Allows access and setting of properties for all racks and dimmers in the configuration.

Configure Rack

Details how to configure individual rack properties and settings.

Configure Dimmers

Provides a single place to set all dimmer properties like mode, curve, and voltage.

Search

Allows finding dimmers based on multiple search criteria within the system.

Rooms & Presets

Covers assigning dimmers to rooms and creating/managing presets.

Chapter 4 CEM+ Procedures

Configure Your Computer for an ETCNet2 Network

Guides on configuring a personal computer for the ETCNet2 network connection.

Software Changes [Power]

Explains how to upload and install software updates to the CEM+ module.

Build New Configuration (from NoConfig State)

Outlines the procedure for building a new system configuration from a NoConfig state.

Configure;Confirm Network Settings of CEM+

Details setting and confirming network settings for CEM+ modules.

Set Dimmer Properties

Explains how to set dimmer properties like firing mode, curve, voltage, and protection.

Assign Dimmers to Rooms

Describes how to assign dimmers or ranges of dimmers to specific rooms.

Record vs. Snapshot a Preset

Differentiates between recording preset level information and snapshotting all available sources.

Panic

Explains configuration options for panic mode, including switch types and master level.

File Transfers

Covers downloading, uploading, and backing up configuration files via FTP.

Upload a Configuration

Details the process of sending configuration or software files to the CEM+.

Chapter 5 Service

Contacting ETC

Provides information on how to contact ETC for technical support and services.

Changing Installation Rack Modules

Explains how to easily replace dimmer modules and other components in Sensor+ racks.

CEM+ Fuses

Identifies the CEM+ fuses and provides instructions for replacing them.

Troubleshooting

Offers guidance on identifying and resolving system problems and errors.

Appendix A Basic;Portable Mode

Basic;Portable Mode

Describes the truncated menu structure for touring and portable pack users.

Appendix B SmartLink Stations Enabled

Features

Details features like synchronization and wall station control facilitated by SmartLink.

Synchronization

Explains how to synchronize presets and sequence activation across multiple devices.

Wall Stations

Describes the available wall station types and their remote access capabilities.

Station Options

Lists available station types, legends, and personality settings via dip switches.

Record a Preset from a Wall Station

Details the procedure for recording presets using a SmartLink wall station.

Appendix C Redundant Tracking Backup

Features

Explains the RTB system featuring two control modules per rack for automatic switching.

Addressing

Describes IP addressing and rack numbering for RTB systems with dual CEM+ modules.

Configuration

Provides step-by-step instructions for configuring an RTB system.

Appendix D CEM+ Status Messages

CEM+ Status Messages

Details error messages displayed by the CEM+ and their probable causes and corrective actions.

View error messages on the CEM+ LCD display

Explains how to view error messages directly on the CEM+ LCD display.

Appendix E Dimmer Curves

Dimmer Curves

Explains how dimmer curves determine voltage output in response to control signal input.

Linear curve

Describes the linear curve where control input percentage matches RMS voltage output.

Modified linear curve

Details a modified linear curve that reduces voltage change at low control levels.

Square law curve

Explains the square law curve that compensates for infrared loss at low control levels.

Modified Square law curve

Describes a modified square law curve for more uniform response to control changes.

Sensor 2.0 curve

Mentions the Sensor 2.0 curve as a previous version for backwards compatibility.

Appendix F CEM+ LCD Menu

CEM+ LCD Menu

Presents the entire face panel menu structure, indicating user access levels.

Appendix G Sensor+ Connect Site Map

Sensor+ Connect Site Map

Outlines the structure and navigation of the Sensor+ Connect web interface.

Appendix H ACN Reporting

About ACN

Explains ACN as a standard for networked lighting control and ETC's Net3 protocol.

ACN Net3 Reporting

Details Sensor+ CEM+'s support for status reporting over Net3.

Configuration Changes

Lists potential configuration changes that can be performed remotely.

Summary

Introduction

Using this Manual

Explains how to use this manual and lists symbols used for warnings.

Whats New in v3.1

Lists changes and new features introduced in version 3.1 of the system.

Chapter 1 Overview

System Components

Details the components that make up the Sensor+ system, including racks and modules.

CEM+ Control Module

Explains the function and configuration capabilities of the CEM+ control module.

Sensor+ Connect Web Browser Interface Overview

Provides an overview of the web server interface for system configuration and monitoring.

Sensor+ Dimming System Features

Details features like playback of presets and feedback capabilities.

CEM+ Playback Priorities

Explains how the CEM+ uses the ACN priority scheme to arbitrate input priorities.

System Limitations

Lists the maximum limits for racks, dimmers, presets, rooms, and other system parameters.

Chapter 2 Basic Navigation

The CEM+ User Interface

Describes the buttons and LCD display on the CEM+ face panel for navigation.

CEM+ Basic Operation

Covers basic operation, including login levels and main menu navigation.

NoConfig

Explains the NoConfig menu for initial base settings and configuration creation.

About

Provides status information about dimmers, racks, network, and group.

Login

Details how to log in using user levels and PINs for system access.

Setup Dimmer

Explains how to set dimmer firing mode, curve, scale, and preheat properties.

Patch

Describes how to enable/disable data ports and create the patch for input ports.

Data Loss Behavior

Defines how the system responds to DMX, EDMX, and sACN data loss.

Add Rack [Power]

Explains how to add additional racks to the existing system configuration.

Presets

Details how to activate, deactivate, record, and edit presets within rooms.

Panic [User][Power]

Covers activating, deactivating, recording, and clearing panic looks.

Record Loads [Power]

Explains how to record dimmer loads for Advanced Features systems.

Chapter 3 Sensor+ Connect Web Interface

Sensor+ Connect Web Browser Interface Overview

Provides an overview of the web interface, its capabilities, and access methods.

Group

Covers group management, including summary status and dimmer checks.

Racks & Dimmers

Allows access and setting of properties for all racks and dimmers in the configuration.

Configure Rack

Details how to configure individual rack properties and settings.

Configure Dimmers

Provides a single place to set all dimmer properties like mode, curve, and voltage.

Search

Allows finding dimmers based on multiple search criteria within the system.

Rooms & Presets

Covers assigning dimmers to rooms and creating/managing presets.

Chapter 4 CEM+ Procedures

Configure Your Computer for an ETCNet2 Network

Guides on configuring a personal computer for the ETCNet2 network connection.

Software Changes [Power]

Explains how to upload and install software updates to the CEM+ module.

Build New Configuration (from NoConfig State)

Outlines the procedure for building a new system configuration from a NoConfig state.

Configure;Confirm Network Settings of CEM+

Details setting and confirming network settings for CEM+ modules.

Set Dimmer Properties

Explains how to set dimmer properties like firing mode, curve, voltage, and protection.

Assign Dimmers to Rooms

Describes how to assign dimmers or ranges of dimmers to specific rooms.

Record vs. Snapshot a Preset

Differentiates between recording preset level information and snapshotting all available sources.

Panic

Explains configuration options for panic mode, including switch types and master level.

File Transfers

Covers downloading, uploading, and backing up configuration files via FTP.

Upload a Configuration

Details the process of sending configuration or software files to the CEM+.

Chapter 5 Service

Contacting ETC

Provides information on how to contact ETC for technical support and services.

Changing Installation Rack Modules

Explains how to easily replace dimmer modules and other components in Sensor+ racks.

CEM+ Fuses

Identifies the CEM+ fuses and provides instructions for replacing them.

Troubleshooting

Offers guidance on identifying and resolving system problems and errors.

Appendix A Basic;Portable Mode

Basic;Portable Mode

Describes the truncated menu structure for touring and portable pack users.

Appendix B SmartLink Stations Enabled

Features

Details features like synchronization and wall station control facilitated by SmartLink.

Synchronization

Explains how to synchronize presets and sequence activation across multiple devices.

Wall Stations

Describes the available wall station types and their remote access capabilities.

Station Options

Lists available station types, legends, and personality settings via dip switches.

Record a Preset from a Wall Station

Details the procedure for recording presets using a SmartLink wall station.

Appendix C Redundant Tracking Backup

Features

Explains the RTB system featuring two control modules per rack for automatic switching.

Addressing

Describes IP addressing and rack numbering for RTB systems with dual CEM+ modules.

Configuration

Provides step-by-step instructions for configuring an RTB system.

Appendix D CEM+ Status Messages

CEM+ Status Messages

Details error messages displayed by the CEM+ and their probable causes and corrective actions.

View error messages on the CEM+ LCD display

Explains how to view error messages directly on the CEM+ LCD display.

Appendix E Dimmer Curves

Dimmer Curves

Explains how dimmer curves determine voltage output in response to control signal input.

Linear curve

Describes the linear curve where control input percentage matches RMS voltage output.

Modified linear curve

Details a modified linear curve that reduces voltage change at low control levels.

Square law curve

Explains the square law curve that compensates for infrared loss at low control levels.

Modified Square law curve

Describes a modified square law curve for more uniform response to control changes.

Sensor 2.0 curve

Mentions the Sensor 2.0 curve as a previous version for backwards compatibility.

Appendix F CEM+ LCD Menu

CEM+ LCD Menu

Presents the entire face panel menu structure, indicating user access levels.

Appendix G Sensor+ Connect Site Map

Sensor+ Connect Site Map

Outlines the structure and navigation of the Sensor+ Connect web interface.

Appendix H ACN Reporting

About ACN

Explains ACN as a standard for networked lighting control and ETC's Net3 protocol.

ACN Net3 Reporting

Details Sensor+ CEM+'s support for status reporting over Net3.

Configuration Changes

Lists potential configuration changes that can be performed remotely.

ETC sensor+ CEM+ Specifications

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BrandETC
Modelsensor+ CEM+
CategoryControl Systems
LanguageEnglish

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