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1. 00 This indicates that the desk is ready to operate in the conventional manual mode with 12 channels in 2 5 1 1 12 Channel Mode a Set the levels for each each channel with the corresponding faders b Change the preset moving the master A and master B faders 5 1 2 24 Channel Mode To work in manual mode with 24 channels press the 12 24 key and the corresponding led will light up The 12 faders of the 2 presets become channel faders those of preset A from 1 to 12 and those of preset B from 13 to 24 It should be remembered that in this working mode the master B does not function The flash pushbuttons do not function The procedure for playing scenes is a Set the levels of each channel with its respective fader b Shift the master A successively from one end to the other in 10 presets A and B or with 24 channels in 1 preset That is to say in this mode the function keys are not operative except the one that selects operation with 12 or 24 channels with their corresponding masters Use the FADE fader to regulate the changeover time between scenes order to execute each of the scenes that are prepared The changeover time between scenes will change depending on the position of the FADE fader As explained above in this mode the master B does not function The GRAND MASTER fader in any mode always acts as general output master Similarly when pressed the BLACKOUT button BLK cancels the ou2. 1 Safety fuse 0 5 A 5x20 2 Mains lead The Nocturne 12 24 DMX should only be connected to the one phase 220v 50Hz mains via the mains lead see 2 4 2 Connecting the DMX Signal Cables used should be low capacity braided pair and shielded with a minimum calibre of type 24AWG 0 2047 mm and an impedance of 120 Ohms It is important to remember that the type of cable used significantly conditions any problems that may arise subsequently due to parasites coming through on the line Shielded cables of the type usually used for connecting microphones should NOT BE USED 3 Digital output 4 Analogue channel outputs The three conductor cable phase neutral and earth with 1 mm section supplied with the desk should be used The cables should be connected in such a way that pin 1 of the male connector on one end coincides with pin 1 of the female on the other end and so on respectively for pins 2 and 3 while 4 and 5 are not used The screen connected to pin 1 should NOT be in contact with the casing of the connector CONSOLE DMX LINE UNIT 1 DMX LINE UNIT 1 UNIT 2 UNIT N The connections should be made exactly as shown in Figure 3 It will be seen that a resistance of 120 Ohms 1 4W has been placed at the end of the line between pins 2 and 3 this corresponds to the end of line connector which is supplied with all items of equipmen
3. two Sub D 15 contact connectors Pins 1 to 12 of each connector are outputs 1 to 12 and pins 13 14 and 15 are connected to mass in both cases It is advisable not to make these cables too long nor to pass them close by power lines as they may capture electromagnetic disturbances causing faulty functioning of the equipment Cables with a 0 25mm section may be used 5 Operation m n o m o Fn 1 1 ll ll 0 Mm lh 11 Fig 6 1 Channel leds 5 Chase Page Displays 2 Faders channels 6 Blackout Function preset A 7 On switch 3 Faders channels 8 Function keys preset B 9 Fade Time Fader 4 Scene Page Chase 10 Grand Master Pushbuttons 11 Preset A and B master 10 D SUPOING Nocturne 12 24 DMX User s Manual Ref 8811040 9 5 1 Manual Desk Mode When the desk is initialised the CHASE and PAGE displays show
4. NOCTURNE 12 24 DMX e 0 en PAAS Contents 1 Description 3 2 Characteristics 4 3 Dimensions 5 4 Connections 6 5 Operation 9 15 6 Maintenance 15 7 Most Common Problems 16 8 Statement of Compliance 17 1 Description The Nocturne 12 24 DMX is a desk with 24 analogue and digital channels Its performance and versatility make it ideal for use in small scale theatre productions It controls up to 24 channels and can store in its memory 144 scenes on 12 pages of 12 scenes each In the manual mode it has two presets that allow two different scenes to be played for changing ambiences performances etc In automatic mode it can execute programs of up to 66 scenes It can also be adapted to the needs of musical groups who require light effects to be executed in time to the music This desk can also be installed in a desktop version with wooden feet or in the rack version which has wings for mounting on desks racks etc DB SIFORG Nocturne 12 24 DMX User s Manual Ref 8811040 3 2 Characteristics e 2x12 channel manual presets e One master per preset e Blackout key for cancelling al
5. ck Use the TIME fader to vary the speed of execution of the chase The 24 faders of the 2 presets A from 1 to 12 and B 13 to 24 assigned in this work mode to the 24 channels may be superimposed on the chase outputs The master A acts as the master for the 24 channel preset but not as master of the chase The master B acts as chase master it regulates the output levels 14 If the AUDIO key is pressed the chase will play in time to background music If the MANUAL option is selected every time the COPY key is pressed the scene of the chase will change according to the FADE fader To exit the chase press the corresponding the bottom button again The led will stay on and the chaser display will show sequentially the values from 1 to 12 The BLIND key serves to work with the desk display scenes chases etc while the output remains invariable in the situation existing before pressing the key To quit the BLIND mode press the key again 6 Maintenance 6 1 Regular Cleaning To prevent the build up of dust and dirt which may impair the correct operation of the desk this should be cleaned regularly Use a soft slightly damp cloth if the equipment is very dirty apply a little liquid detergent to the cloth WARNING Do not use solvents or products containing alcohol Make sure that no liquids get inside the equipment DB SIFORG Nocturne 12 24 DMX User s Manual Ref 8811040 15 7 The Most Commo
6. e desk is started up there will usually be no pre recorded scenes or possibly some of no interest Therefore the first step before playing scenes or chases is to record them Subsquently these scenes will be played separately through the submaster preset B fader or later linked together through a chase Faders 1 to 12 regulate the first 12 channels and faders 13 to 24 the rest In this mode neither of the masters A and B function If you are working with fewer than 24 channels only use the necessary faders But the desk is always available for recording up to 24 channels Now press twice the flash button that indicates the position in which you wish to record If this is position 3 for example then press key 3 twice When this has been recorded the led corresponding to this position will stay lit up to indicate that it contains a scene If the scene is not recorded the led will stay off So when a page is accessed the leds that are lit up will indicate which positions contain prerecorded scenes Only scenes may be recorded on these pages To record chases see section 5 2 2 1 User s Manual Ref 8811040 11 5 2 1 2 Deleting scenes When in scene recording mode if the REC key and the flash key containing the scene to be deleted are pressed simultaneously the led goes out and the scene is deleted If 5 2 1 3 Playing scenes Press the PLAY key The corresponding led will light up Select the page on which the
7. l outputs Blind key which keeps output invariable while pre recorded scenes or chases are verified e12 push buttons with their respective leds for activating pages chases or scenes 2 1 Technical Data e Output level indicators for each channel e Timing of changeover Fade and running Time of a scene e Desktop or rack mounting options Mains voltage 220V 50Hz one phase Power absorbed 10W Safety fuse 5x20 0 5Amp Analogue signal output 0 10V d c 10 MA max channel Digital signal output USITT DMX 512 Analogue output connector Sub D 15 pins Digital output connector XLR 5 pins Maximum timing 60 sec Weight 5Kg D SUTOIMG Nocturne 12 24 DMX User s Manual Ref 8811040 5 4 Connections 4 1 Mains Connection age il
8. n Problems Problem Cause Solution The desk does not light up No power Connect the mains power Control fuse fused Check installation and change fuse No channel output Masters at zero Bring up masters Blackout function is activated De activate Signal connector not connected Check connection and re connect Dimmers have no power Connect dimmers Outputs do not change but leds do BLIND function activated De activate When chase and MANUAL option is selected when COPY is pressed the chase does not advance FADE fader with very long time Decrease time When chase and AUTOMATIC option selected the chase does not advance AUDIO option selected De activate TIME fader with very long Reduce time time 16 If the problem persists in spite of these measures please contact FRESNEL S A s Technical Service Tel 34 93 210 73 51 Tel 34 93 219 94 60 Fax 3493 213 76 61 FRESNEL S A DC 01 STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE DATE 1 1 99 We hereby state the product Make STRONG Model NOCTURNE 12 24 DMX Year of manufacture 2001 Complies with directive 73 23 in respect of the safety requirements for electrical material intended for use within specific voltage limits and with directive 89 336 in respect of the electromagnetic compatibility of equipment systems and installations Sole administrator Angel Torrecilla
9. n the CHASER display and automatically page 01 will be selected The flash key leds will show all the positions on the page that contain scenes Press the keys with the scenes you wish to record one after the other in the order you require them to appear in the chase After each scene selected press COPY 5 2 2 2 Deleting chases Press simultaneously the REC key and bottom button of the chase you B SIONE Noctume 12 24 DMX indicating that only 12 chases may be recorded The leds of the 12 lower buttons that contain pre recorded chases will be lit up To be precise press key 1 and view the scene If you wish to add it to the chase press COPY If not select another scene view it and press COPY if you wish to add it Proceed thus until the chase is complete If you wish to record scenes from other pages in the same chase press PAGE select the page number and the scene or scenes required and press COPY Up to 64 scenes may be recorded in one chase To complete the recording press REC again The leds of the flash keys where the chases are recorded will stay on wish to delete The process is analagous to the deletion of scenes User s Manual Ref 8811040 13 5 2 2 3 Playing back chases Press the PLAY key and the corresponding led will light up Press the MANUAL AUTOMATIC key to leave it in the AUTOMATIC position Press the bottom button that is lit up and contains the pre recorded chase you wish to play ba
10. s Red n Barcelona 1 January 2001 Fresnel sa Providencia 109 111 Tel 34 93 2107351 2199460 08024 Barcelona Fax 34 93 2137661 Internet http www strong es E mail strong strong es DB SIFORG Nocturne 12 24 DMX User s Manual Ref 8811040 17
11. scene is recorded by pressing PAGE and the page number with the flash keys The display will show the number of the page selected Bring up the submaster B faders corresponding to the scene you wish to play back any which has its led lit up The master B acts as such Also in this mode the A preset faders may modify the state of the 24 channels and be superimposed on the 24 of the scene 12 several scenes are to be deleted hold down the REC key while the keys containing the scenes are pressed successively The operation should be carried out in groups of 12 That is to say modify the first 12 from 1 to 12 and press the 12 24 key in order to modify the rest 13 to 24 The modifications must always be made with the first 12 faders the A preset ones The A master will act as such When one submaster is brought up and another down in order to put on and take off a scene the changeover time will be determined by the position of the FADE fader Maximum time is one minute 5 2 2 Chase Mode Press the SCENE CHASER key The corresponding led will light up and the chaser display will start to change constantly from 1 to 12 5 2 2 1 Recording chases To record a chase the pre recorded scenes have to be linked up Press the REC key and select the chase to be recorded by pressing twice the flash key that indicates the number of the chase and the corresponding led will light up The number selected will appear o
12. t The maximum SOLDER SIDE Fig 3 number of items that may be connected to a single line without the need for an amplifier is 32 and the maximum length of cable to the last item is 1 Km although the use of an amplifier is recommended for lines over 500 metres CONSOLE BAD CONEXION A E UNIT 3 SOLDER SIDE n 4200HM 7 UNIT 4 re i UNITP EOL Fig 4 The connection shown in Figure 4 is NOT CORRECT if an installation is required that divides into various branches then SPLITTERS will be needed These are elements that distribute and amplify a single signal into several identical signals through different lines See Figure 5 D SUKONG Nocturne 12 24 DMX User s Manual Ref 8811040 7 CONSOLE DMX LINE SPLITTER UNIT UNIT3 UNT2 UNIT4 UNITN 0 UNITP EOL XLR type 5 pin connectors should be used The signal from the command should be connected to the DMX IN input and the signal outgoing to 4 2 5 SOLDER SIDE Fig 5 another projector to DMX OUT The end of line resistance should be connected to the output on the last projector 4 3 Connecting the Analogue Signal The 24 corresponding analogue signals are supplied through the
13. tputs and the led in the button blinks indicating that the function is activated 5 2 Programming Desk Mode In order to access this work mode the PLAY key should be held down for several seconds until 01 appears on the PAGE display and the CHASER display goes off Similarly the led corresponding to PLAY will light up while the rest will stay off This means that we are now ina 5 2 1 Scene Mode In scene mode a scene with up to 24 channels may be recorded in each of the 12 positions on each page A total of 12 pages is available therefore 12x12 144 scenes with 24 channels may be recorded 5 2 1 1 Recording a scene Press the REC key The led corresponding to REC and to the 12 24 key will light up Now select the page on which you wish to record the scene Press the PAGE key and when the PAGE display and the leds corresponding to the 12 flash buttons wink press the flash key that indicates the page you wish to access If you wish to access page 1 then press 1 for page 6 press 6 etc The page selected will appear on the display If you make a mistake press PAGE again and follow the same procedure as explained above When the page on which the scene is to be recorded has been selected which of the twelve possible positions must be defined The 24 faders are used to prepare the scene as required for recording B SIONE Noctume 12 24 DMX position to play a pre recorded scene If this is the first time th
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