MAD1 DMX Controller User Manual
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1. USERS MANUAL ISSUE 5 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing your new controller We have endeavoured to designguality and reliability to offer you an advanced Multi Media DMX 51 2 programmable controller that will give you optimal results at low budget It is the most advanced unit for its size and price We strongly recommend that you take time to read this manual fully before you attempt to use the controller Thecontroller is a dual microprocessor controlled system that is fully DMX 51 2 and MIDI compatible The same controller can be used to control all present and future products in the range All scenes chases and programs can be selected and controlled from the easy to operate touch panel controller and each and every scene can be accessed and programmed via the MIDI interface The controller also has a MIDI file recorder and player with MTC chase lock allowing for a complete fully automatic MIDI synchronized light show without the need fora MIDI sequencer The controlleris based on 10 banks on 6 DMX channels Itis possible to have a 4 channel scanner and a 2 channel colour changer on the same bank by using all six channels so a total of 10 colour changers with 10 scanners could be independently controlled The Controller is designed to be usedtogether with standard MIDI keyboards It uses 2 MIDI channels out of the standard 16 and can be assigned to any address with the user DIP switches It features 60 preprogrammed s2. L8 L9 LA CREATING AND SAVING CHASE SCENE Press the function key until thechaseindicatoris lit CHASE PROGRAM Press the BANK SELECT key to select the chase bank to where you want to save the chase C0 to C1 You not need to this if you have a midi keyboard Press the key AlltheL E D s willflash Press one of the six number keys 1 to 6 to select a chase number or press the key on the midi keyboards where you wish to save the chase TOP 12 keys Press one of the six number keys 1 to 6 along with the BANK SELECT key to select the scenes you want to include in this chase and in the order you want MAX 14 Or press the scene keys on the midi keyboard Press the SAVE key whendoneand thechasewill run As with the pre programs the chase speed may be varied and the CROSS FADE can be used The desired speed may be saved with the chase by pressing the SAVE key again Thereare a totalofsix chases Repeat stage three 3 again to create another chase When you have finished creating scenes and chases it is advisable that you protect your data by locking the memory of the controller You can lock unlock the memory by pressing BLACK OUT followed by the number 6 6 6 Save Light lit locked MIDI ANDMULTIME
3. Make sure the unitis set up and addressed properly and according to the table Make sure that your MIDI instrument corresponds to the right MIDI channel you selected via the DIP switches at the controller back panel Consult your MIDI instrument manual on how to select your MIDI channel Unlock the memory by pressing BLACK OUT followed by the number pad 6 6 6 After you have entered your scenes lock the memory again using the same sequence TECHNICAL Power Consumption lt 0 2 Amp 120V 230V Operating Voltages Userselectable via 120 230V selector switch from back panel Fuse Internal on PCB 1 x T 250VA C 500mA 20mm GLASS Mains within in IEC inlet 1 xT 250VAC 100mA 20mm CERAMIC Connectors 1 4 mono Jack for Audio in SELV 2x 180deg 5 pindin for MIDIIN and MIDI THRU SELV 1 x XLR skt for DMX out SELV JEC fused mains inlet with 120 230V selectors witch 1x phono socket for SMPTE input SELV Control Protocol Industry standard 1990 91 version DMX 512 MIDI Interface MIDI IN and MIDI THRU interface for operation via standard keyboard Midi foot switch Sequencer MTC source Implements the following Midi Note on Midi Progam change Midi time code chaselock first 8 miniutes Size 19 Rack mount with rear box 17 x5 x 3 25 Weight 1 5Kg Scenes 60 programmable 60 pre programmed Chases 12 Programmable 12 pre programmed Audio Line voltage 1 V Pkto Pk to 3V Pk to Pk
4. at the rate of the audio bass beat REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION s N 4 1 2 3 J p 5 6 7 1 IEC Mains Inlet with Combined fuse and 1201230 mains selector The following connectors are SELV Safe Extra Low Voltage 2 SPMTE input phono socket 3 1 4 Mono Jack Skt Audio input 4 Female XLR DMX Output Connecior 5 Midi Input Connector Female 5 PIN 180 deg DIN 6 Midi Thru Connector Male 5 PIN 180 deg DIN 7 MIDI Channel selector switches 4 dip sitches XLR CONNECTOR Pin Configuration 1 Ground 2 DMX Neg 3 DMX Pos END TERMINATOR 100 Ohm resistor across pins 2 amp 3 Midi Channel Selector Switch Dip Switch Configuration Sw1 Sw2 Sw3 Sw4 Pre Prog Channel User Channel 0 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 2 3 0 1 0 0 3 4 1 1 0 0 4 5 0 0 1 0 5 6 1 0 1 0 6 7 0 1 1 0 7 8 1 1 1 0 8 9 0 0 0 1 9 10 1 0 0 1 10 11 0 1 0 1 11 12 1 1 0 1 12 13 0 0 1 1 13 14 1 0 1 1 14 15 0 1 1 1 15 16 1 1 1 1 16 1 INSTALLATION AND SET controller can interfaced directly to other Multi Media products such as music keyboards foot switches and seguencers via the 5 pin MIDI connectors atthe back panel The four DIP switches at the back panel setthe MIDI channel you wish to use There are 16 MIDI channels you can use and the controller requires 2 channels to control all its features The channel that MIDI switch is set to is used for cueing pre programs and built in scenes
5. the above for each head The current head will be displayed in the display window For quick programming you can select AL or OP AL will move all the heads in the same direction OP will move every other head an opposite direction Use the HEAD UP or HEAD DOWN keys until the display shows AL or OP SAVING A SCENE stage 2 After you adjust all the parameters to save the scene press the SAVE key When you notice all the number L E D s flashing select one of the six numbered touch pads see above to store the scene you created If you selected number one 1 the scene will be stored as scene number one 1 in the currently selected scene bank L1 L9 andLA When you are in scene bank one 1 you will note the display flashes L1 When you use all six scenes at this bank you can select another bank with the BANK SELECT key where you have another six scenes The display will then show L2 and each succesive press will increment the banks Note Alternatively you can press the key on the midi keyboard to where you want to save the scene There is a total of 10 levels 60 scenes Repeat stages 1 and 2 to create more scenes It is recommended that you fill the Memory Map on the next page to remind you of looks you created and serve as a reference during programming MEMORY L1 L3 L4 ES L6 L7
6. DIA Your controller can interface directly to other Multi Media products the 5 pin MIDI connectors Itcan be used in conjunction with music keyboards foot switches and sequencers such as Enigma and Cubase A sequencer is only required for complex editing ofa lightshow This lightshow can then be recorder by the controller and the sequencer is not required any more For simple lightshows a sequencer is not required at all The design of the controller scenes and chases fit perfectly to a standard 49 key MIDI keyboard such GMK49 or Roland PC 100 On these keyboards the first 5 octaves of the keyboard the first 60 notes will access directly the 60 scenes the next octave 61 72 will activate the chases The last key 73 controls the Black Out Note transpose UP and DOWN on the midi keyboard is used to make the 4 octave keyboard cover 6 octaves A keyboard can operate up to 8 different Controllers addressed on different MIDI channels Set the MIDI switches to the MIDI channel you wish to use Refer to the keyboard manual The channel that MIDI switch is set to is used for cueing pre programs and built in scenes The MIDI channel 1 is for cueing your own scenes and chases To put the controller into MIDI file record simply press the SCENE CHASE PROGRAM key to PROGRAM and press the SAVE key When the controller sees the MIDI TIME CODE the MIDI IN port it will lock to it NOTE only 1st 8 mins of MTC are allowed The controlle
7. Memory 40 Year No battery required Due to continuous improvements specifications may chan ithoutprior notice SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage GUARANTEE Mad Lighting Ltd guarantee the controller to the original purchaser to be free from defects workmanship or materials for a period of 2 years in the UK and 1 year in other countries from the date of purchase provided the registration slip is returned within 14 days of purchase This guarantee covers parts and labour Proof of purchase must be provided by you for all guarantee repairs This will usually be in the form of a dated receipt In cases where no proof of purchase exists date of manufacture will be used to determine the commencement of the guarantee period The guarantee does not cover any damages created through accident miss use abuse neglect improper installation or alteration other than by Mad Lighting Ltd or its authorised representatives Mad Lighting Ltd is not responsible for damages or loss during shipment Repair or replacement willbe made at the option of Mad Lighting Ltd Mad Lighting Ltd or its agents will not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any express or implied guarantee on this product Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any implied guarantee of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this productis limited to the duration of this guarantee Shipping for Repair Never return a piece of equipm
8. ROGRAMMING MODES OF OPERATION Your controller has three basic modes of operation selected SCENE O from the SCENE CHASE PROGRAM key CHASE Q PROGRAM O Scene This mode should be selected when you intend to create new scenes Press the function key until the scene indicator is lit See the Operation and Programming section for programming procedures Chase This mode should be selected after you have stored several scenes and you like to create a chase Press the function key until the chase indicator is lit See the Operation and Programming section for more details Program In this mode you can run the pre programmed chases by pressing one of the number keys on the control panel touch pad Access this mode by pressing the function key until the program indicator is lit When you turn on the controller for the first time the display will read P for program and you will be in the program mode You can also enter midi file record mode by pressing the SAVE key Note the PRE programs are optimised for use as detailed in the DMX settings table RUNNING A PROGRAM When your controller is first switched on the display BLACK OUT indicator will light and the program indicator will be on You are now in the program mode and you can select any one of the six built in pre programs by pressing one of the number keys 1 6 on the control panel 1 Now pressthe BLACK OUT touch pad to tur
9. The MIDI channel 1 is for cueing your own scenes and chases To figure out the MIDI channel follow the binary sequence from 0000 to 1111 when SW1 is the LSB and SW4 is the MSB Follow your MIDI instrument s instruction on how to select and configure its MIDI interface channels Note the controller must be switched off on before new switch settings are read SET UP POWER Your controller is able to operate on 120v or 230v 50 60hz This is factory set and should only be altered by qualified service personnel The voltage selected can be checked by looking at the unit with the earth pin at the top and noting which of the voltage ratings on the fuse holder is the correct way around to read The controller should be installed so that the socket outlet is near the equipment and easily accessible CAUTION Failure to operate at the correct voltage will result in serious damage to the unit FIXTURE DMX SWITCH SETTINGS The controller is factory programmed with 60 scenes and 12 chases These scenes and chases can be accessed by a midi input and the chases only can be run from the front panel The DMX address table following gives the ideal setup to make best use of these of course not all effects have to be used HEAD SCAN411 ASCAN COL211 QCOL STAR311 QSTAR SCAN611ARP SATR511ARP 1 001 003 2 007 009 3 013 015 4 019 021 5 025 027 6 031 033 7 037 039 8 043 043 9 050 10 056 OPERATION AND P
10. cenes 12 preprogrammed chases 60 programmable scenes and 12 programmable chases The maximum number of steps per chase is 14 Sequences or individual scenes can be controlled using the front panel or via a standard MIDI keyboard The controller features a touch sensitive spill proof control panel a proportional X Y joystick normally used for pan and tilt 4 linear sliders normally used for colour gobo and two other effects plus a linear slider for chase speed The construction is a standard 19 rack mount 2U unit with grab handles and power switch the rear panel there is pin XLR connector for DMX output 1 4 Jack for Audio in 2 x 5 pin DIN for MIDI and MIDI THRU 120 240V selector combined IEC mains Inlet SMPTE socket for future use and the MIDI selector switches Once again we would like to thank you for purchasing our controller and we are sure that it will provide you with easy operation and tremendous control power SAFETY FIRST LETHAL VOLTAGES EXIST INSIDE THE UNIT REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL CONTROLLER DESCRIPTION BLACKOUT_ The BLACKOUT key will force all DMX channels to 0 and will stop all programs and chasescurrently running SCENE CHASE PROGRAM This key selects the mode of operation between SCENES when programming new scenes CHASE when programming chase and PROGRAM when running a built in pre program CROSS FADE This key when activated will create a cr
11. ent for repair until you have obtained a Return Authorisation Number RA from your dealer or distributor Returned equipment will not be accepted without this Shipping costs are the purchasers responsibility Mad Lighting Ltd will cover one way shipping costs for guarantee repairs within Europe Never ship returns to us freight collect Expedited deliveries are not covered under Guarantee GUARANTEE REGISTRATION SLIP SERIAL NO DATE PURCHASED _ SUPPLIED BY YOUR NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS TO BE RETURNED WITHIN 14 DAYS OF PURCHASE
12. n on the lights There are five sliders and a joystick on the controller as follows DMX CH2 L E DMX CH1 L CHASE SPEED DMX CH3 DMX CH4 DMX CH5 DMX CH6 To adjust the chase speed use the CHASE SPEED slider while the program is running When the slider is at the minimum 0 position the controller will become sound activated and you will notice the sound L E D 4 flashing to the beat of the music Pressing the CROSS FADE key willcreate a smoother effect Pressing the AUTO CHASE key will start the automatic sequence where all the pre programs will chase continuously Pressing the BLACK OUT key again will stop the program and will turn off the lights CREATING A SCENE stage 1 The controller is capable of 60 programmable scenes and the first step before any program can be enteredis to create several scenes Follow the procedure below tocreate ascene SCENE Press the function key until the scene indicator is lit O lt gt Selectthe head youwantto address with the HEADUP HEAD DOWN keys After you view the unit number in the display window go ahead and adjust the DMX channels using the slider and joysticklevels to the desired level Note Itis important to move the sliders upwards until they engage and activate the function Repeat
13. oss fading effect between the steps in the program chase that will result in very slow pan tilt movement and colour scroll SAVE By pressing this key during scene programming the current state of all DMX channels can be repeatedly saved to a 40 year non volatile memory This key is also used to save chases of scenes in chase mode and to enter midi file record in program mode AUTO CHASE This key will start an automatic continuous seguence of all the pre programmed or user programmed chases BANK SELECT This key selects of 10 banks of scenes or 1 of 2 banks of chases or 1 of 2 banks of pre programs The selected scene bank will show in the display as level 1 L1 through level 9 L9 and finally LA Chase banks show C1 Pre program banks show as PO P1 HEAD UP DOWN By pressing the UP or DOWN keys you can select the fixture you want to address The OP position selects every other fixture andthe AL selects all fixtures for multiple programming at onestep 1 6 Keys During SCENE mode these keys will address the scene number you choose atthe selected bank level L1 LA During CHASE mode these keys will select the chase you want to run During PROGRAM mode they will select the built in pre programs CHASE SPEED This slider will change the chase rate of the selected program scene At the minimum setting 0 the programs scenes will become music activated and the music L E D Light emitting diode will flash
14. r will finish the record when the MTC signal is stopped To play the MIDI file back simply start the MTC source up again and the controller will lock to it Following is simple set up for a light show One of the audio tracks is used as a time code track The TS1 can be used to record this onto the 4 track tape player before the audio is recorded onto the 4 track The TS1 converts the audio SPMTE onto the tape to MTC for the controller When the controller is in midi file record mode just hit the required midi notes on the midi keyboard in time with the music and the controller will record them relative tothe time position SYNCHRONIZER TS1 MIDI GUT MIDI IN AUDIO IN SYNC IN MIDI KEYBOARD EFFECT 1 MIDI IN AUDIO AMP syng line line Fostex X18 ut R LAST EFFECT AUDIO FROM END TERMINATOR AMP MAD 1 CONTROLLER TROUBLE SHOOTIN FAULT Fixture does not turn on Fixture does not respond to DMX signal The controller does not respond to the MIDI The controller does not store your scene chase CHECK Check power line Check the control cable from the controller and along the chain Look for bad connection bad cable or incorrect wiring Check the addressing and personality DIP switches on the back panel
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