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Table of Contents StudioPix™ Pixelation Luminaire User Manual ...................................................... i Contacting High End Systems® .............................................................................ii Patents ..............................................................................................................ii Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................... iii Product Modification Warning ...................
Linking StudioPix Fixtures ................................................................................. 10 Cable Connectors .............................................................................................. 10 Connecting to the Link ....................................................................................... 11 Powering On the Fixture .................................................................................... 11 Setting the DMX Start Channel .............................
RGB Reduced Protocol ........................................................................................26 RGB Reduced Protocol Table for SHOWPIX and StudioPix .....................................26 Pixel Mapping Protocol ........................................................................................27 SHOWPIX Pixel Mapping Table ..........................................................................27 StudioPix Pixel Mapping Table ..........................................................
Random Color .................................................................................................. 39 Replace Background Color .................................................................................. 39 RGB Add non-black pixels .................................................................................. 39 RGB Add, All Pixels ............................................................................................ 39 RGB Invert & Swap to BRG ..................................
Transition Mode Parameter ............................................................................... 52 Transition Parameter ........................................................................................ 55 Transitions and Color Transparency .................................................................. 55 Transparency with Opacity Transitions ..................................................................55 Transparency with Reveal Transitions .........................................
Pan and Tilt Sync ............................................................................................... 72 Shake ................................................................................................................ 72 Strobe ................................................................................................................ 73 Target Scan .......................................................................................................
Updating Fixture Software ................................................................................ 93 Complete Fixture Software Update .......................................................................93 Fixture Software Component Update ....................................................................94 MSpeed Conversion Table ..................................................................................97 Important Safety Information ...................................................
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Chapter 1 Product Overview This chapter describes the features of the StudioPix™ Pixelation Luminaire with custom content and Echo software. The StudioPix™ Pixelation Luminaire is a combination wide angle LED wash light on a moving yoke and a high power display device viewed directly by an audience. The 13.5-inch diameter head features a circular LED array with an output of 11,500 RGB lumens.
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Graphics Engine Standard protocol provides: • Simultaneous playback of two discrete media streams • 17 parameters give you graphic controls for each individual media stream including: — a choice of multiple play modes and play speeds — the ability to play a single frame or entire media stream — multiple color mixing and visual effects that can be combined any way you choose — full control of image rotation, positioning and scaling — adjustable frame to frame transitions — indepen
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Construction • Modular construction • Homogenized RGB LED array creates smooth a color output • Electronic cooling system control • Fast, smooth and quiet yoke movement using proprietary multi-phase technology • Performance oriented exterior design Echo Software • Imports a wide variety of movie and graphic files and converts them to StudioPix format with a preview • Provides options for assigning DMX values to folders and files • Lets you develop content packages and transport
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Specifications Mechanical Specifications Fixture Dimensions: 540 mm x 300 mm x 601 mm (21.3 in x 11.8 in x 23.7 in) Fixture Weight: 20.9 kg (46 lbs) Roadcase Dimensions: 640 mm x 483 mm x 724 mm (24 in x 19 in x 28.5 in) Shipping Weight (Roadcase + Fixture): 46.3 kg (102 lbs) 300 mm 11.8 in 503 mm Ø 19.8 in 490 mm 19.3 in 148 mm 5.9 in 349 mm 13.6 in 441 mm Ø 17.4 in 601 mm 23.7 in 476 mm 18.7 in 141 mm 5.6 in 408 mm 16.1 in 540 mm 21.3 in 16 mm .
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Electrical/Light Source Specifications Input ratings: 100-230 VAC; 50-60 Hz; 8-3.5A (800W) LED Array: 61 3-watt RGB LEDs with homogenizing system Output: 11,500 RGB lumens Note: RGB lumens are calculated by comparing the combined energy levels of StudioPix WRGBCMY to a theatrical metal halide color changing fixture and creating a factor.
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Chapter 2 Setup and Configuration StudioPix™ fixture setup includes mounting, connecting to power and DMX linking and configuration. Use the following steps to set up and configure your StudioPix™ fixture: 1. Unpack the fixture. 2. Install power cord cap for your location. 3. Mount the fixture upright or suspended from a standard truss. 4. Connect the fixture to a DMX controller via DMX cabling. 5. Connect the fixture to power. 6. Configure the fixture for DMX control.
CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only In the United Kingdom, core colours in the mains lead of this equipment may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in the fixture’s plug. In that case, install a line cord cap according to the following code: • Connect the green and yellow core to the plug terminal marked with the letter “E,” or by the earth symbol or coloured green, or green and yellow.
CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Truss Mounting If you are mounting the fixture(s) on a truss or another type of support, verify that the truss or support will handle the weight of all the devices you are mounting. Safety Cable High End Systems strongly recommends that you use a safety cable when mounting any fixture. You must supply your own safety cable and verify that the cable is capable of supporting the weight of the fixture.
CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Linking StudioPix Fixtures StudioPix™ fixtures operate on a standard DMX512 link controlled by a DMX console. The number of fixtures on a link will be determined by the combined number of channels required by all the fixtures. A StudioPix fixture using Standard protocol requires 70 channels on a DMX512 link. Attach the fixture to the link using data-grade cable and 5-pin XLR cable connectors. Cable Connectors The StudioPix fixture accepts 5-pin XLR cable connectors.
CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Connecting to the Link To link one or more fixtures to a DMX controller: 1. Connect the male XLR connector of a DMX Data cable to the controller’s DMX Data Out connector. 2. Connect the Data cable’s female XLR connector to the Data In connector of the first (or next) fixture on the DMX link. 3. Continue linking the remaining fixtures connecting a cable from the Data Out connector of each fixture to the Data In connector of the next fixture on the link. 4.
CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Setting the DMX Start Channel Each StudioPix fixture requires a block of consecutive channels on a 512-Channel DMX link. The number of channels depends on the Protocol you are using. To set the Start Channel on an StudioPix Fixture: 1. Access the fixture’s menu system via the dot matrix display on the fixture’s front panel. For a detailed description of the menu system, see Chapter 3: The Menu System on page 15.
CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Shutting Down the Fixture A DMX controller can shut down the fixture remotely with the Shutdown option in the Control Channel or you can simply disconnect from power. The StudioPix fixture automatically shuts down in the event of DMX data loss longer than five minutes.
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Chapter 3 The Menu System You can use the fixture’s onboard menu system to configure and test the StudioPix fixture. The onboard StudioPix menu system allows you to: • Assign a DMX start channel. • Access fixture options such as homing the fixture, viewing fixture status, and performing self tests. • View all DMX values on the link. Navigating the Menu System Access the menu system via the four menu navigation buttons on the fixture’s front panel.
CHAPTER 3 The Menu System StudioPix Menu Map Level 1 ADDR Level 2 Sets factory defaults on OFF Sets factory defaults off ON Sets the LED display on OFF Sets the LED display off ON Sets pan invert on OFF Sets pan invert off ON Sets tilt invert on OFF Sets tilt invert off ON Sets pan/tilt swap on OFF Sets pan/tilt swap off LONG Keeps LED state until shutdown after DMX data is lost SHRT Turns LEDs off one second after DMX data is lost STD Selects Standard protocol ENH Selects Enhan
CHAPTER 3 The Menu System StudioPix Menu Options The sections below explain how to access the fixture options shown in the fixture’s menu map. This manual uses the following conventions in the descriptions for menus and menu navigation buttons: Example Meaning
CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Changing the Display Output (DSPL) You can manually turn the fixture’s alphanumeric LED display on or off. If you want to remotely change the display output (using a DMX console), see Control Function Options on page 34. To turn the display off: 1. Press and hold
CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Swapping Pan and Tilt (SWAP) This menu option swaps the pan motor and tilt motor operation to allow fixtures hung perpendicular to each other to respond to pan and tilt movement commands in the same direction. To swap pan and tilt motion: 1. Press and hold
CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Test Menu (TEST) The Test menu allows you to manually home the fixture and perform fixture self tests to determine the origin of mechanical problems. Homing the Fixture (HOME) This menu item allows you to manually home the fixture. To remotely home the fixture using a DMX console, see Control Function Options on page 34. To manually home the fixture: 1. Press and hold
CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Information Menu (INFO) The Information menu allows you to view current fixture information such as internal temperature, fixture hours, software version, and DMX data for any other device on the link. Viewing the Current Software Version (VER) To view the current software version: 1. Press and hold
CHAPTER 3 The Menu System Viewing DMX Data for the Link (DATA) This procedure allows you to use a StudioPix fixture to view DMX channel values all devices on the DMX link.
Chapter 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start If you are new to DMX programing, this chapter will give you a brief overview on programming SHOWPIX™ and StudioPix™ fixtures followed by a example using a Wholehog console to patch and display output. DMX Programming Overview DMX512 Links A lighting console typically utilizes a protocol called DMX512 to communicate with automated lighting fixtures and conventional dimmers. This protocol consists of 512 unique channels of control per output link (universe).
CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start Determining a DMX Start Channel The DMX Start Channel is the first channel of a device’s channel range on a DMX link. There are 512 available channels on each DMX universe divided among all the devices in a particular universe. A device must have a unique DMX Start Channel number in order to respond independently to controller commands. To determine each device’s DMX Start Channel, identify the footprint of every device on the universe.
CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start SHOWPIX and StudioPix Protocol Modes You can choose from four protocol modes for variable programming styles. High End Systems is currently distributing the detailed DMX protocols as requested to console and visualizer manufacturers in an attempt to ensure that the fixture libraries are created in a method that allows optimum control of the fixture. The charts below provide only an outline of each channel's function.
CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start RGB Reduced Protocol This protocol choice lets you utilize SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures as powerful wide angle washlights by providing control of motion and color mixing only.
CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start Pixel Mapping Protocol Pixel Mapping protocol allows you to individually control RGB color each of the LEDs with your DMX desk or a third party pixel mapping protocol. LEDs are identified by the protocol according to the array maps in the following sections. SHOWPIX Pixel Mapping Table A SHOWPIX array consists of 127 LEDs with each acting as a single pixel of an image.
CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start StudioPix Pixel Mapping Table A StudioPix array consists of 61 LEDs with each acting as a single pixel of an image. The following table shows the color assignment for the LEDs. The image below labels each LED position on the array. Fixture Control Chan # 1 2 3 4 LED Control Description Chan # Pan Tilt 10 Red 11 Green 12 Blue ... Red ... Green 5 Mspeed 6 Macro ...
CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start Extended Protocol Use the Extended Protocol when you want all the movement, global and image control of Standard Protocol plus individual RGB control of individual LEDs. When using Pixel mapping channels in Extended protocol, note the following: • The Folder channel for a selected image must equal 255 to allow pixel mapping input from on the selected image layer.
CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start Lighting Console Tips Lighting consoles differ in many aspects and it is important to understand how your console operates with SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures. Fixture Libraries: Many sophisticated lighting consoles utilize pre-made fixture libraries. A fixture library consists of profiles for various types of lighting fixtures and devices. Each profile corresponds to the fixture’s DMX protocol and allows for ease of programming.
CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start Enhanced Mode • 1 SHOWPIX or StudioPix Standard • 2 SHOWPIX or StudioPix Image • 127 generic RGB LED for SHOWPIX fixtures or 61 generic RGB LED for StudioPix fixtures DMX Output Displays Although all lighting consoles output the same 512 DMX channels per universe, the on-screen labeling often differs. Parameter functions are displayed in either alpha-numeric descriptions (strobe 1), percentage (0-100%) or decimal (0-255 for 8-bit and 0-65535 for 16-bit).
CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start Quick Start with a Wholehog Console After Setting up and Configuring the SHOWPIX or StudioPix fixture as outlined in Chapter 2, use the following steps to get to the point of displaying output. Step 1: In the Fixture Schedule window of Wholehog software, Add one Standard and two Image “fixtures” for each unit. Step 2: Assign user numbers for these items.
Chapter 5 Fixture Control This chapter describes mechanical movement control for SHOWPIX™ and StudioPix™ fixtures in all protocol modes. Pan and Tilt SHOWPIX fixtures have a 400° pan range and a 240° tilt range. StudioPix fixtures have a 540° pan range and a 210° tilt range. Two DMX channels for Pan and two for Tilt provide 16-bit position adjustment to a fraction of a degree. MSpeed values can control the timing of pan and tilt motion for SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures.
CHAPTER 5 Fixture Control Macros The Macro parameter controls Internal Effects™ macros. These are factory-programmed sequences that allow you to quickly program complicated looks in one scene (cue). Each Internal Effect™ macro modifies a specific set of parameters, while allowing user control of all other parameters in the scene. The amplitude of the position macro movement is determined by the Pan Coarse channel and Tilt Coarse channel, respectively. The MSpeed channel controls the speed of the macros.
Chapter 6 Color Control The Standard protocol modes for SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures provide color mixing control for up to two image files and a composite image. Other protocol modes provide washlight operation or individual LED color mixing. The type of color control depends on the protocol mode you select for the fixture: • Standard protocol assigns two channels each for Red, Green, and Blue parameters to provide 16-bit color mixing for each of the two images and the global composite image.
CHAPTER 6 Color Control Color Function Parameter In Standard and Extended protocol, the Color Function parameter is available at both the image level and the global level. This gives you the ability to apply a color effect to one or both image layers and also to the composite image. NOTE: Choosing a Color Function may change the functionality of the Red, Green and Blue channels. Color Function Parameter DMX Value Option Description Adjustments Red Parameter Green Parameter Blue Parameter 0 RGB Add.
CHAPTER 6 Color Control Color Function Descriptions Add Color to Black This option adds color to black pixels only. Color Function parameter DMX value = 21 Red Parameter: Increases the red color component from 0 = no adjustment to 65,535 (100%) = maximum red saturation. Green Parameter: Increases the green color component from 0 = no adjustment to 65,535 (100%) = maximum green saturation. Blue Parameter: Increases the blue color component from 0 = no adjustment to 65,535 (100%) = maximum blue saturation.
CHAPTER 6 Color Control Color Cycle Color Function parameter DMX value = 17 The image’s color components cycle through RGB, black, and white. When no Red Green or Blue is added, image fades from full white, to normal image, to black. When RGB/CMY is added the image fades from the RGB value, to the image with color added. Individual color components are modulated individually, the speed of the modulation for a particular component is based on the red, green or blue DMX values respectively.
CHAPTER 6 Color Control Random Color Color Function parameter DMX value = 18 Red Parameter: Controls the cycle speed from 0 = slow to maximum speed at a DMX value = 255 (100%). Green Parameter: Not used Blue Parameter: Not Used Replace Background Color Color Function parameter DMX value = 22 Selects the background color to be viewed through transparent components of the image. Red Parameter: Increases the red color component from 0 = no adjustment to 65,535 (100%) = maximum red saturation.
CHAPTER 6 Color Control RGB Invert & Swap to BRG Color Function parameter DMX value = 12 This option swaps the color values from RGB to an inverted BRG color model.
CHAPTER 6 Color Control RGB Swap to BGR Color Function parameter DMX value = 7 This option allows you to swap colors. All red values become green and all blue values become red. Green values are unaffected.
CHAPTER 6 Color Control RGB Swap to GRB Color Function parameter DMX value = 9 This option allows you to swap colors. All red values become green and all green values become blue. Blue values are unaffected.
CHAPTER 6 Color Control Solarize Solarize 1 Color Function parameter DMX value = 13 Solarize 2 Color Function parameter DMX value = 14 Solarize 3 Color Function parameter DMX value = 15 Solarize 4 Color Function parameter DMX value = 16 Each of the Solarize options remaps colors to a narrow value range and inverts the color below a set threshold using different algorithms. Solarize options can create strong highlights.
CHAPTER 6 Color Control Background Color Default DMX Value = 0: no Image Layer background color You may have a situation when applying certain layer effects, when only a portion of the LED array is covered by the image. For example you may scale down the image or move it’s position in the x or y direction. In this case you will see any image defined in a layer behind it or if that layer is transparent or not defined, any global background color you have selected.
Chapter 7 Global Control Global controls affect the composite image created when you define two Image layers. You can use global parameters to adjust intensity, scale and rotation the composite image. Other parameters apply strobing, dampening and a variety of graphic effects. The ability to control dynamic transitions between layers also provides additional looks and effects, (see Chapter 8: Global Control: Transitions on page 49.
CHAPTER 7 Global Control Scale You can magnify or reduce the composite image size using the Scale Parameter. Default DMX Value: 128 (50%) = Normal Scale The Scale parameter adjusts the size of the composite image up to approximately 10x its original size. At a DMX value of zero, the image shrinks to the minimum size. At the midpoint of the DMX value range, the image is normal size. When the DMX value is increased from the midpoint, the image is enlarged to the maximum at a value of 255 (100%).
CHAPTER 7 Global Control Dampening Dampening smooths DMX crossfades of X and Y image position changes as well as indexed rotation changes. When a long DMX crossfade occurs on these parameters, use the Dampening channel to smooth the resolution of the image position change. Default DMX Value: 0 = Disable Dampening You can increase the Dampening effect from a minimum at a DMX value of 1 to the maximum effect at a DMX value of 255 (100%).
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Chapter 8 Global Control: Transitions The Transition Mode and Transition parameters provide over 70 patterns for switching between image layers and interact with the Color Transparency parameter to create a wide range of looks. SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures operate in a similar manner to media server based digital lights such as DL.3 and Axon, but inherently it has a very unique graphic's engine.
CHAPTER 8 Global Control: Transitions When the global Transition channel has a DMX value = 0, Image A is visible at full intensity. When the Transition channel is at a DMX value = 255 (100%), only Image B is visible. As the DMX value of the Transition channel is increased from 0% to 100%, the layer intensities change and color mix from Image A to Image B in a smooth fade.
CHAPTER 8 Global Control: Transitions Reveal Transitions In the second type of transition, one Image is revealed through another in a specified pattern. Both image layers maintain 100% intensity. You can choose from multiple patterns you can specify from the center out or the perimeter into the display. Other reveal transitions reveal in a horizontal, vertical or corner progression. In the following example, Image A is defined as a solid blue and Image B as a solid red.
CHAPTER 8 Global Control: Transitions Overlay Transitions In this type of transition, one Image layer covers or moves the other from a position “outside” in a defined pattern. One Image can move to cover or uncover the other. Push options simulate one image moving the other image “off the display”. Note: With Push options, pixels will be off when neither Image is represented in that area of the display. In this type of transition, both Image Layers maintain their full intensity level.
CHAPTER 8 Global Control: Transitions DMX Value Transition Pattern 7 Diamond In 8 Diamond Out 9 Box In 10 Box Out 11 Split Horizontal In 12 Split Horizontal Out 13 Split Vertical In 14 Split Vertical Out 15 Blinds Horizontal 16 Blinds Vertical 17 Checkerboard Horizontal 18 Checkerboard Vertical 19 Comb Horizontal 20 Comb Vertical 21 Random Bars Horizontal 22 Random Bars Vertical 23 Strips Left Up 24 Strips Right Up 25 Strips Left Down 26 Strips Right Down 27 Wedge
CHAPTER 8 Global Control: Transitions DMX Value 54 Transition Pattern Description Transition Type A spiral pattern variation opens Out from the center or In from the edge in the first Image layer to reveal the second Image layer. Reveal Wipes across the first image layer to reveal the second image layer. Reveal The first image layer “moves over” the second image layer from multiple directions.
CHAPTER 8 Global Control: Transitions Transition Parameter Transition Default DMX Value: 0 = Image A layer is fully visible After you select a pattern option in the Transition Mode parameter, the Transition parameter defines the transition between Image A and Image B. For DMX values = 0 to 126 (49), Image A is “in front” of Image B and fully visible. At a DMX value = 128 (50%), Image A and Image B are both fully visible. DMX values above 50% place Image B in front.
CHAPTER 8 Global Control: Transitions Transparency with Overlay Transition Overlay Transitions place one layer beside the other. Image Layer B Background Color Transparent colors on the visible Image Layer will only reveal the background color (if applied).
Chapter 9 Image Graphics Control You can apply a variety of color mixing options, transitions and effects to each individual Image layer in Standard or Enhanced protocol modes. The parameters described in this chapter are adjustable for each Image you define in Standard or Enhanced protocol for SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures. Parameters for composite image intensity and effects are described in Chapter 7: Global Control on page 45.
CHAPTER 9 Image Graphics Control The following table describes the stock content folders available on SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures.
CHAPTER 9 Image Graphics Control Frame The frame parameter provides a method to dial or scrub through the frames of an image file. A file can have from 1 to 256 frames. The frame parameter automatically scales the total number of frames in a movie across the 256 DMX values of the frame parameter. For example, a media file with 12 frames will have frame 1 at DMX 0 and frame 12 at 255, with the other frames evenly distributed across the 256 DMX values.
CHAPTER 9 Image Graphics Control 5. Playback the setup cue from step one and then manually run the fader from steps 2 and 3. As you move the fader you should see the lips open and close. Defining Playback After selecting a media file, you can choose from several Playback Modes and assign a Playback Speed. Playback Mode A Playback Mode parameter for each image layer allows several playback options.
CHAPTER 9 Image Graphics Control Rotation The Rotation parameter for each image layer controls the Original Image media file rotation. You can rotate a media file up to 360° around the Z axis. Default DMX Value: 0 = no rotation DMX values between 0 and 128 (50%) control indexed rotation from 0° - 360°. At 128 (50%), rotation stops. When the DMX value is greater than the 128 (50%), the image begins rotating continuously.
CHAPTER 9 Image Graphics Control Scale Parameter You can magnify or reduce image size using the Scale Parameter. Default DMX Value: 128 (50%) = Normal Scale The Scale parameter adjusts the size of the image up to approximately 10x its original size. At a DMX value of zero, the image expands to the maximum size. At the midpoint of the DMX value range, the image is normal size. When the DMX value is increased from the midpoint, the image is reduced to its minimum size at a value of 255 (100%).
CHAPTER 9 Image Graphics Control Changing Image Position You can reposition a selected image as it appears on the array. The following parameters act on an individual image. X Position Parameter The X Position parameter moves the image along the x axis. Default DMX Value: 128 (50%) = image centered in frame The midpoint of the DMX value range centers the image on the X-axis. Values below the DMX midpoint move the image right, and values above the DMX midpoint move the image to the left.
CHAPTER 9 Image Graphics Control Image Transition In Standard and Extended protocol, you can choose between several Transition Mode options and use the Transition Speed parameter to adjust the option. Transition Mode Transition Default DMX Value: 0 = Normal playback with no transition Transition Mode controls the pixel transition of a movie file from frame to frame on the image layer.
CHAPTER 9 Image Graphics Control Effect Function The Image Effect Function parameter provides effects that can be applied to the media file in an image layer.
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Chapter 10 Effect Descriptions Effects can be applied to the Media File content. Multiple Color and Geometric options are available for both individual Image and Global control. The descriptions in the this manual include the global and image effects for both SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures. Note that example graphics use the SHOWPIX 127-LED array. The same effect displayed on a 61-LED StudioPix array may a slightly different appearance.
CHAPTER 10 Effect Descriptions Bar Scan Image Effect Global Effect Effect Function parameter DMX value = 4 Selecting the Bar Scan creates a transparent pattern on the image that simulates a vertical line that scans across the fixture array. This effect responds according to the values set in the Transparent Color parameter, see Transparent Color on page 43. Modifier 1: Adjusts the width of the bar from a single “pixel” wide at a value of to the full width of the array minus one pixel.
CHAPTER 10 Effect Descriptions Curtain Scan Image Effect Global Effect Effect Function parameter DMX value = 6 Selecting the Curtain Scan effect creates a transparent pattern on the image that simulates an opening curtain using two parallel bars that open across the display. This effect responds according to the values set in the Transparent Color parameter, see Transparent Color on page 43.
CHAPTER 10 Effect Descriptions Flip Image Effect Global Effect Effect Function parameter DMX value = 10 This effect will flip the visible image on the X and/or Y axis using the center pixel as the dividing point. Modifier 1: Flips the image horizontally when the DMX value > 127(50%) Modifier 2: Flips the image vertically when the DMX value > 127(50%).
CHAPTER 10 Effect Descriptions Mirror Image Effect Global Effect Effect Function parameter DMX value = 7 This effect will mirror the visible image on the X and/or Y axis with the center pixel of the array as the dividing point. Modifier 1: Mirrors the image on the X-axis when the DMX value > 127(50%) Modifier 2: Mirrors on the Y-axis when the DMX value > 127(50%).
CHAPTER 10 Effect Descriptions Pan and Tilt Sync Image Effect Global Effect Effect Function parameter DMX value = 2 The effect will coordinate image movement with the pan and tilt movement of the fixture to produce the appearance that the fixture moving across the image. As the fixture is panned or tilted, the image will automatically adjusts its X-axis or Y-axis position to create the perceived effect.
CHAPTER 10 Effect Descriptions Strobe Image Effect Global Effect Image Effect Function parameter DMX value = 1 Applies a strobe to Image A or Image B by turning layer intensity on and off. Use this effect to create a flashing image. Modifier 1: Operates the same as the Global Strobe parameter on an individual image.
CHAPTER 10 Effect Descriptions Target Scan Image Effect Global Effect Effect Function parameter DMX value = 5 Selecting the Target Scan effect creates a transparent pattern on the image that simulates rings that scan across the fixture array from the perimeter in or the center out. This effect responds according to the values set in the Transparent Color parameter, see Transparent Color on page 43.
Chapter 11 Echo Software You can use Echo software to convert, organize, and transport user content to SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures as well as upload content and fixture software to units on a DMX link.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software If you click on the Status Bar, a window will open to show the ongoing status of the discovery process and note any errors. When the launch is complete, all SHOWPIX, StudioPix and discovered devices will be listed in the under Devices in the navigation pane along with their current DMX Start Address. The Echo User Interface Echo software uses a typical Windows explorer structure for organizing Device information and Content.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Device Window Viewing All Devices The Device window displays the following information for all the discovered SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures on the DMX link. Unique ID is the fixture’s unique 10-character number. Device Name is a name you assign to a fixture up to 26 characters. Protocol indicates the discovery protocol (LWR or RDM). Manufacturer lists High End Systems for each SHOWPIX or StudioPix. If other RDM devices are discovered by Echo, their manufacturer will be listed.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Content Organization There are two types of Content. Stock Content is factory provided and cannot be changed. User Content consists of all custom content you create. Packages are containers for multiple folders and their files. Packages can be uploaded to fixtures, cloned and transported. Note: Stock Content cannot be edited. Each folder and the files within a package have associated DMX addresses. Stock Content addressing is set and cannot be changed.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Viewing Content Echo will display the name and associated DMX value for every folder and file of Stock or User content. In the Preview display, you can double click for larger image view window.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Managing Content on the Local Drive Keep the following in mind when managing User Content: • You cannot undo any action. Before you reset all DMX in a package, be aware that you will need to assign new DMX values to any previously assigned values you may have designated for a particular show. • To edit a Folder or File name or DMX address in the list view, you can double click on the Name and type a new name, or on the Address and scroll up or down to a new value.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software • Reset All DMX values of the files within this folder to 0 (no value) • Copy the contents of this folder to place in another folder on the hard drive or a fixture • Cut the contents of this folder to place in another folder on the hard drive or a fixture • Delete the folder File Options When you Right Click on a Folder of User Content you see a menu that gives you options to: • Rename this file • Edit DMX value for this file • Autoset DMX value of this file • Reset DMX value of th
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Managing Fixture Content To interact with a SHOWPIX or StudioPix fixture on a DMX link, you will need a USB upload module or a Wholehog single USB DMX widget, (see Related Products and Accessories on page 3). The Device Menu gives you options for managing content on any SHOWPIX or StudioPix fixture(s) that Echo has discovered on the DMX link.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software 3. The next screen lets you select any or all of the devices on the link of that type to update. Note: User Content will not be affected on any of the units you select for the Stock Content update. Deleting All User Content Select Delete All User Content to delete any User Content currently loaded on any SHOWPIX or StudioPix fixture(s) on the link that you choose using the built in wizard. Note: Stock Content loaded on the Fixtures will not be affected with this command.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software 2. In the Clone Wizard, select the device that will be the source for the User Content to be cloned. Remember, you can only clone packages or fixtures of the same type. 3. Click on Next to continue. 4. Select the destination fixture(s) for the User Content you have identified. 5. Click Finish to complete the Cloning process.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Creating User Content Preparing Content for Echo Conversion Any custom content you create needs to be converted to a format that maps to the SHOWPIX 127-LED or a StudioPix 61-LED pixel array. Echo will convert up to 256 frames of content and saves a preview displaying all 256 frames. Although .mov or animated .gif files are the most common formats to use as custom content, Echo software can accept a wide variety of formats.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software 2. Type the name of your new package in the dialog box that appears and click OK to save. Your new package will now appear in the navigation bar under User Content. To create a folder: 1. Right click in the contents pane of a selected package or on that package in the navigation pane and select New [SHOWPIX or StudioPix] Folder. 2. Type the name of your folder in the dialog box that appears and click OK to save. Your new folder will now appear within your selected package.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Converting Your Content To convert content to a format compatible with SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixtures, drag the file from your hard drive or network into a folder in an appropriate fixture type package that you have created. Echo converts the file to a .SPI file type which is a list of numbers with values for each pixel in each frame mapping it to a SHOWPIX or StudioPix LED array. A preview window will allow you to make some choices about how your content will be converted.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Sample Mask Click Show on the Sample Mask field to view an overlay of the area being sampled from the original to assign color to an LED in the LED array. Adjusting the Sample Size scale changes the area that is sampled to determine the color assigned to each “pixel”.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Aspect Ratio If you have a content file with an Aspect Ratio that does not map to 1:1, you can choose whether to retain or adjust the Aspect ratio of the Sample Mask. Clicking Ignore in the Aspect Ratio field stretches the sample mask to fit the shape of the imported file. Clicking Keep centers the Sample mask on the imported image retaining the mask’s circular shape. Contrast/Brightness Contrast adjusts the relative brightness.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software The following adjustments affect the boundaries between elements of an image. They are especially useful for adjusting the borders of a figure moving against a background. Luminance /Distance Weight The final LED colors in echo are calculated by a weighted average of the pixels surrounding the LED area. Increasing the Luminance Weight, means that brighter pixels will contribute more to the final LED color than darker pixels.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Color Echo lets you choose how to map the colors in the imported file. Click on the Color button converts the original file’s color palette to the SHOWPIX display’s 256 color palette. Grayscale converts the input to grayscale and Monochrome converts the input to black and white only. Original Color Grayscale Monochrome After you have made the adjustments you want, click OK to import the content into the selected Echo folder.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Transporting User Content Exporting and Importing a User Content Package You can import or export any package to a portable or networked hard drive for transport to another computer. Content must be in a package to import or export. To export, simply Right click on a package and select Export. Browse to the location on a drive, Name the package and click the Save button. To import a package into Echo: 1.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Updating Fixture Software Complete Fixture Software Update To upgrade SHOWPIX or StudioPix fixture firmware, you will need to download the latest version of Echo software from the website to your computer. When you download Echo, it will contain the latest SHOWPIX and StudioPix fixture software for upgrading fixtures on your DMX link. Note: Any stock content updates will also be contained in each new version of Echo software, (see Updating Stock Content on page 82).
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software Fixture Software Component Update If the fixture software become corrupted, Echo will discover not discover the fixture as a SHOWPIX or a StudioPix device. Instead the fixture’s Graphics and Motion components will display separately. To restore the fixture software in this case, you will need to download the fixture software.zip file from the SHOWPIX or StudioPix support page (http://www.highend.com/support/LED) and extract the files it contains to your hard drive.
CHAPTER 11 Echo Software 3. Browse to the showpix_graphics.bin file you downloaded from the High End website and click Next to continue. 4. Devices needing a component upgrade will display N/A in the Current Software Version column. Select the device(s) needing a component upgrade and then click Finish to complete the component upgrade. 5. When the upgrade is complete, select Discover Devices from the Device menu to re-discover the devices.
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Appendix A: MSpeed Conversion Table The following table lists the MSpeed (motor) movement times and their corresponding DMX controller values. If you have a numeric-type controller, use the Value Decimal (dec.) column. If you have a fader-type controller, use the Value Percentage (%) column. If your controller allows you to program hex values, use the Value (hex) column. Time (sec.) 0.15 0.15 0.17 0.19 0.21 0.25 0.29 0.35 0.41 0.47 0.55 0.63 0.73 0.83 0.94 1.05 1.18 1.31 1.45 1.60 1.75 1.92 2.09 2.27 2.
Appendix A MSpeed Conversion Table Time (sec.) 51.33 52.24 53.16 54.09 55.02 55.96v 56.91 57.87 58.84 59.81 60.79 61.78 62.78 63.79 64.80 65.82 66.85 67.89 68.94 69.99 71.05 72.13 73.20 74.29 75.38 76.49 77.60 78.71 79.84 80.98 82.12 83.27 84.43 85.59 86.77 87.95 89.14 90.34 91.55 92.76 93.98 95.21 96.45 97.70 98.95 100.22 101.49 98 Value (dec.
Appendix B: Important Safety Information Warning: For Continued Protection Against Fire 1. This equipment is designed for use with specified LED only. Use of any other type LED may be hazardous and may void the warranty. 2. Do not mount on a flammable surface. 3. Maintain minimum distance of 1.0 meter (.9 feet) from combustible materials. 4. Replace fuses only with the specified type and rating. 5. Observe minimum distance to lighted objects of 1 meter (3.9 feet). 6.
Appendix B Important Safety Information Appendice B: Importantes Informations Sur La Sécurité Mise En Garde: Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Incendies 1. Cet appareil est conçu pour l'usage avec les LED spécifiées seulement. Son utilisation avec tout autre type de LED peut être dangereuse et annuler la garantie. 2. Ne pas monter les lampes sur une surface inflammable. 3. Maintenir à une distance minimum de 1.0 mètre de matières inflammables. 4.
Appendix B Important Safety Information Anhang B: Wichtige Hinweise Für Ihre Sicherheit Warnung: Zum Schutz Vor Brandgefahr 1. Diese Ausrüstungen sind für Gebrauch mit angegebenen LED nur entworfen. Der Gebrauch irgend eines anderen Lampentyps könnte Sie gefährden und Ihre Garantie außer Kraft setzen. 2. Das Gerät nie auf einer feuergefährlichen Fläche montieren. 3. Stets einen Mindestabstand von 1 Meter zu brennbaren Materialien einhalten. 4.
Appendix B Important Safety Information Apéndice B: Información Importante De Seguridad Advertencia: Para Protección Continua Contra Incendios 1. Este equipo se diseña para el uso con LED especificadas sólo. El uso de cualquier otro tipo de LED puedá resultar peligroso, y puedá anular la garantía. 2. No monte el equipo sobre una superficie inflamable. 3. Mantenga una distancia mínima de materiales combustibles de 1,0 metro. 4.
Appendix B Important Safety Information Appendice B: Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza Avvertenza: Per Prevenire Incendi 1. Quest'apparecchiatura è disegnata per l'uso con le LED specificate soltanto. L'uso di qualunque altra LED di tipo può essere pericoloso e può nullo la garanzia. 2. Da non montare sopra una superficie infiammabile. 3. Mantenere l' apparecchio a un minimo di 1.0 metri di distanza dai materiali combustibili. 4.
Appendix B Important Safety Information Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation Advarsel: Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock. VIGTIGT! LEDEREN MED GUL/GROEN ISOLATION MAA KUN TILSLUTTES KLEMME MAERKET ELLER 104 .
