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INTRODUCTION About This Manual This manual provides installation and operation instructions for the Vx76 Basic Profile Editor application. These instructions apply to Vx76 Basic Profile Editor software version 1.1. Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you get the most out of your PRG product. Revision History This manual has been revised as follows: Version Release Date Notes BASIC June 6, 2011 Software version 1.0. Initial release. 1.1 March 1, 2012 Updated to software version 1.
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OVERVIEW About Vx76 Basic Profile Editor The Vx76 Basic Profile Editor (BPE) is a fast and light tool that enables creation of simplistic profiles while in the field. The BPE is not a replacement for fully sanctioned profiles, such as those provided in the console, and should only be used in instances where there is not enough time for a profile request to be fulfilled by Profiles@PRG.com or when an uncommon or one-off profile is needed.
Profile Name 1 The topmost bar is used to specify the unique name used to identify the profile throughout the console. Note that no manufacturer is specified, as all Basic profiles are given the Manufacturer name of "Basic Profile" for organizational purposes. Name 2 This is the name of the profile as typically defined by the manufacturer (e.g., VL5, Bad Boy, Alpha Profile 1200, etc.). Option 3 This is the software configurable Option or Mode of the fixture.
Parameter 13 A DMX channel, usually to be associated with a console Parameter. Selected Parameters are indicated in blue. [13.1] [Img1Callout13.1] DMX Address 14 The address of the DMX channel, sometimes called the DMX Offset. Changing this value amidst other values will automatically re-arrange the parameters, and sometimes prompt the user to auto-increment following channels if necessary. Bits 15 Toggle button to selects whether the DMX channel is an 8 or 16 bit control.
Icon 26 List specifying the icon used to represent the fixture in the Planview. 3D 27 Information related to the representation of the fixture in the 3D Graphic window. Draw Distance The distance, in feet, that the fixture's beam should render. Set this to a small number for LEDs used in an array for a short-throw projecting effect. Zoom Ratio Ratio of the fixture's Zoom parameter. Expressed as a ratio, e.g., 8:1. Beam Range Degree range of the fixtures' Beam parameter from lowest to highest.
Advanced 35 In the case where a fixture's assigned footprint is greater than the parameters defined (e.g., blank channels at the end, timing channels, etc.) one can override the automatic channel count to make it larger. This is not recommended unless it is absolutely necessary. Note: You can only specify a channel number GREATER than the highest DMX address assigned in the Parameter list. Mod Date 36 The Date/Time stamp of the profile being edited.
QUICK START GUIDE Creating a Basic Profile Step 1. Begin by launching the Basic Profile Editor. It will create a new blank Basic Profile upon launch. Step 2. Give the profile a unique name by filling in the "Profile Name," "Option," and "Short Name." Note: It is best to sort out the intensity channel and modes first, as it will make the parameter auto-naming easier. Step 3. Set the fixture’s lamp type, as well as how it is controlled, and enter the DMX address of the Intensity channel if applicable. Step 4.
New Profile from Template The Basic Profile Editor is also capable of using an existing Sanctioned Profile as a template for a new Basic Profile. Doing so will give you a fully editable profile with the parameters, DMX assignments, and labels already filled in with information from the existing profile. To import profile: Step 1. Launch Basic Profile Editor. Step 2. At File menu, select Open. Step 3. Navigate to the profile you would like to use as a template.
Notes 10 VX76 BASIC PROFILE EDITOR USER MANUAL
Vx76 Basic Profile Editor User Manual Version as of: March 1, 2012 PRG part number: 02.9814.2001.
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