Ayra OSO Maestro User manual

OSO Maestro
DMX controller
User manual
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ayra OSO Maestro. This user-friendly DMX controller is designed for
professionals and amateur light jockeys alike. The controller is unique ecause it is configured for use with a
wide variety of Ayra fixtures. It is also fully pre-programmed so you can get started right away without having
to create any programs first.
We advise that you read this user manual in its entirety efore unpacking the contents of the ox, so that you
are familiar with all of the functionality that this product has to offer. Please e sure to check that all of the
parts and accessories listed elow under 'Box contents' are included in the package. In the event that the
OSO Maestro 406 does not function properly, or if you have any issues while operating it, please remove the
plug from the power socket and contact your dealer for assistance.
Box contents:
- OSO Maestro DMX controller
- connection ca le from IEC C13 to Schuko, 1.5 mm²
- connection ca le from IEC C13 to UK plug, 1.5 mm²
Please inspect the device and the included accessories.
Should you discover that either the device or one or more of the included parts have een damaged or
rendered defective while in transit, please contact your dealer directly.
Please note that the pictures in this user manual serve illustrative purposes only and may differ from the
product you receive.
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Safety instructions
Everyone involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device must:
- Be qualified
- Be skilled
- Have read the instructions in this user manual
- Be sure that neither the device nor the included accessories are damaged. Should the device or the
included accessories e damaged, please contact your dealer for more information.
- Ensure that the device is in good working condition and is safe to operate. Please follow the advice and
instructions as they are descri ed in this user manual.
Damage caused y misuse and/or modifications made to the device are not covered y the warranty.
This device does not contain any parts that need to e repaired or replaced y the user. Should maintenance
or repairs e necessary, they must e handled y a qualified technician.
Important information re ardin health and safety:
- Do not remove any la els or stickers from this device.
- Do not leave any ca les lying around.
- The device should not e opened up, and any hardware or software that may e present should not e
modified.
- To achieve optimal performance, inputs on this device should not e fed with a signal higher than
necessary.
- The device should only e used indoors; contact with water, rain and moisture should always e avoided.
Do not place any o jects containing liquid on top of the device.
- Remove the device from any near y flames or heat sources; do not place it near flamma le fluids, gasses
or o jects.
- Disconnect this device from the power supply if it will not e used for a longer period of time, if maintenance
is necessary, or if the device needs to e cleaned.
- Do not pull on the ca le to remove a connector, as this could cause damage.
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WARNING!
Keep this device away from moisture, water and rain to avoid the chance of electric shocks.
WARNING!
Only connect this device to a suitable power socket. This device functions on a specific power
volta e. If it is plu ed into a power socket with a different volta e, it could result in permanent
dama e and even dan erous situations such as fire or electric shocks.
WARNING!
Be careful when operatin this device. Touchin the wires that are connected to the mains,
inside or outside the device, could result in electric shocks.

- Do not use any ca les other than the ones descri ed in this manual. Do not use defective ca les. Please
contact your dealer if the included or necessary ca les do not function properly with this device.
- Only use this device with a sta le AC power supply.
- Only use this device with power from a grounded power source.
- In the event that the device is exposed to extreme temperature changes (e.g. transported through a cold
outdoor environment into a warm indoor environment), it should not e turned on until it has reached room
temperature. This is necessary to prevent moisture from forming in the device, which could lead to electric
shocks.
Guidelines and operation of this device:
- This device is intended for use y professionals on stage, in theatres, in clu s, and in similar entertainment
locations.
- This device is not suita le for use y children, and should always e operated y an adult.
- This device is designed for controlling light effects for entertainment purposes that are referred to in this
user manual. Connecting any other devices can cause permanent damage to the equipment.
- This device may only e used in a suita le environment where no damage to the device can occur. Do not
use the device in moist or dusty environments such as:
- indoor swimming pools where chlorine is used
- eaches where there is sand and salt
- outdoors
- indoors in spaces where intense heat sources are present, or where it reaches temperature levels
that would e considered uncomforta le for a person
- Avoid impacts and collisions during use and transport. Do not transport the device while it is in use. Avoid
using excessive force when installing and operating the device.
- The user should ecome familiar with the functions of the device efore using it.
- Should the device not e used in the manner descri ed in this user manual, damages or even injuries could
occur. Ayra cannot e held responsi le for any injuries or damages that occur as a result of improper use of
this product.
Stora e and transport:
- This product is designed for mo ile use. Always transport the device in its original packaging or in a flight
case (mounted in a 19-inch rack or secured y means of foam inlays.)
- This device is not designed for permanent (24/7) use. The expected lifespan of the device will not e
affected y occasionally turning the device off. Disconnect the device or turn off the power when it is not
actively in use.
- If the device will not e used for a longer period of time, it should e disconnected and stored in a dust-free
environment.
- Do not expose the device to extreme temperature differences.
Housin
- Inspect the device's housing frequently, and always just efore use. Avoid operating the device if there are
large dents or cracks, or if screws are missing. Do not use the device if the housing is not in good condition.
Contact your dealer or a qualified technician if you are unsure a out the state of the device.
- Check the device and the screws for corrosion. Corrosion must not e present on this device. Contact your
dealer or a qualified technician if you find any corrosion on the screws.
Every power and signal connector should e securely mounted. Do not use the device if the connectors are
not secure.
Avoid dust and dirt uild-up. Clean the device once a month y disconnecting it from the power supply and
wiping it down with a dry or slightly moist cloth. If the device is used frequently, the cleaning intervals should
increase.
Symbol explanation:
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WEEE: Ensure that this device is disposed of properly. This product falls under the WEEE
(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive. The requirements of this directive apply
to all manufacturers and producers of electronic devices in the EU. Do not throw this product
away with regular ru ish. Please contact your local authority for more information a out how
to recycle and dispose of these products in your region. By recycling this product in the proper
manner, we can work together to ensure that we can continue to enjoy these kinds of
products and still protect the environment as much as possi le from pollution.
CE: The CE logo indicates that this product meets the European norms and requirements to
which it must legally conform.
Only suitable for indoor use: this product was only designed for indoor use. The maximum
environmental temperature must not exceed 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).
Contact:
Ayra professional lighting products
Verrijn Stuartweg 18
4462 GE Goes
The Netherlands
Please do not send any products to this correspondence address.
Should you wish to send in a product for repair or for a refund, please contact your dealer for an RMA
Return Merchandise Authorisation).
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Guidelines and operation of this device
1. Select X/Y type movement program 12. Select Stro oscope speed
2. Select X/Y step time speed 13. Master Dimmer fader (0-100% intensity)
3. Select X/Y fade time speed 14. Preset uttons 1-9
4. Select Colour chase 15. Manual mode utton
5. Select Colour 1 (main colour) 16. UV activation utton
6. Select Colour 2 (su colour) 17. Stro oscope activation utton
7. Select Go o chase 18. Tap Speed function utton
8. Select Go o 1 (main go o) 19. Sound mode activation utton
9. Select Go o 2 (su go o) 20. Fog machine activation utton
10. Select Shutter chase 21. Blackout activation utton
11. Select Shutter speed 22. Central display
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1. DMX output (3-pin XLR) 4. On/off switch
2. DMX output (3-pin XLR) 5. IEC C5 power input with fuse holder
3. Microphone for audio-controlled mode
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Operation and mountin
The OSO Maestro works differently than most DMX controllers. It is very user-friendly in that you don't need
to create an entire program to put together an impressive light show.
It's important to know which devices are most compati le with the OSO Maestro DMX controller. Generally
speaking, it only works with specific Ayra lighting fixtures. Devices that are not listed in this user manual or
that are not explicitly indicated to e compati le will not function properly with this DMX controller.
Patchin your li htin
Use the patch list elow to ensure that the compati le device is programmed to start from the correct
channel and set to the correct channel mode. The OSO Maestro is pre-programmed to send a signal from
these specific channels. For each compati le product type, a total of 4 fixtures can e operated individually.
This results in etter, more dynamic light shows ecause colour and shutter chases can e programmed
over four separate fixtures.
Patch list:
PLEASE NOTE: future Ayra products may also be compatible with this controller. Compatibility with
this DMX controller is indicated per product. Contact your local dealer for more information about
product compatibility.
Specific Ayra products:
This DMX controller is designed specifically for Ayra lighting products. At this time, only the devices indicated
in this manual are compati le with this DMX controller. Always ensure that the products are set to the correct
channel mode and addressed to the right starting channel.
With moving fixtures like scanners and moving heads, it's possi le to assign pan and tilt inverts to the
fixtures themselves. A light show with eight moving heads can ecome even more dynamic when you assign
two of them to the same address and invert the pan and/or tilt of either one. The possi ilities are endless!
Compatibility with universal products:
It is possi le to use certain universal third-party lighting fixtures with the OSO Maestro DMX controller. Below
is an overview of all compati le DMX-controlled lighting.
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Product type
Universal/specific fixtures
FLASH 30/60 (dimmer + stro e channel) 2 1 - - -
UV ON (dimmer + stro e channel) 2 3 - - -
Fog machine (1 channel 0-100) 1 5 - - -
Movin fixtures Ayra
ALO Micro Scan 8 6 14 22 30
ERO Micro Spot 8 38 46 54 62
ERO 404 / ERO 704 13 70 83 96 109
ERO 406 / ERO 506 / ERO 706 15 122 137 152 167
ALO 030 8 182 190 198 206
ALO 060 11 214 225 236 247
Static fixtures Ayra
Q-Par 4 / Q-Par 6 / Compar 30 (RGBW) 4 77 90 103 116
Compar 1 / Compar 10 / Compar 50 / Compar 60 6 129 144 159 174
Channel
mode
Fixture 1
start address
Fixture 2
start address
Fixture 3
start address
Fixture 4
start address

Type of product from the patch list Universal compatible product
FLASH 30/60 stro oscope Every DMX stro oscope with the following channel
division:
2-channel mode (CH1 dimmer, CH2 stro e speed)
UV ON Every DMX-controlled UV product with the following
channel division:
1-channel mode (CH1 dimmer)*
2-channel mode (CH1 dimmer, CH2 stro e speed)
*Can also be a traditional blacklight fixture
connected to a DMX switchpack. Be careful not to
turn the device repeatedly on and off!
Fog machine (Ayra WSM MKIII and WSM Black
compati le)
Every DMX-controlled smoke machine with the
following channel division:
1-channel mode (CH1 intensity 0-100%)
Q-Par 4 / Q-Par 6 / Compar 30 (RGBW) Every RGBW LED fixture with the following channel
division:
4-channel mode (CH1 R, CH2 G, CH3 B, CH4 W)
Compar 1 / Compar 10 / Compar 50 / Compar 60 Every RGBAW or RGBAW+UV LED fixture with the
following channel division:
5-channel mode (CH1 R, CH2 G, CH3 B, CH4 W,
CH5 A)
6-channel mode (CH1 R, CH2 G, CH3 B, CH4 W,
CH5 A, CH6 UV)
If in dou t, please contact your dealer for more information regarding third-party product compati ility.
Bear in mind that DMX-controlled equipment that has extra DMX channels (for instance 8 channels, 5 of
which are corresponding channels) as well as a compati le DMX channel division may not function properly
with this DMX controller.
General operation of the controller
If you are familiar with how to use a universal DMX controller, or if you have never worked with a DMX
controller efore, it will take some time to get used to the OSO Maestro's unique functionality.
The step- y-step instructions elow will teach you how to utilise the rotary
kno functions so you can create your first preset light show. A preset
consists of a specific composition of movements, colours, go os, shutter
effects and can e called up directly.
Turnin on the DMX controller
Make sure that the OSO Maestro is plugged into an active power socket.
There is a switch on the rear to turn on the controller.
During start-up, the Ayra rand name will appear in the display together
with the firmware version. The display will then show a grid and various
values.
Select a movement pro ram and enter the Fade Time and Step Time values
correctly.
The OSO Maestro has already een equipped with various movement programs for you to choose from. Of
course, some movement programs only work with fixtures that have moving capa ility such as scanners or
moving heads. If you're working with static fixtures, then this step is not applica le.
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To select a movement program and determine the speed, use the 3 rotary kno s under the 'X/Y move'
section. Each of these controls has its own function:
- X/Y Type: Use this kno to select one of the 11 different uilt-in movement programs. Each program
consists of pre-programmed X and Y positions that are played in a continuous loop.
- X/Y Fade Time: Use this rotary kno to select the speed in which step 1 transitions into step 2 within the
specified movement program.
This value can e set from 1 to 255, with 1 eing very fast and 255 eing very slow. A value of a out 30 is a
good place to start.
- X/Y Step Time: As mentioned with the X/Y Type function, each movement program plays a continuous loop
of X and Y positions. With the X/Y Fade Time, you can determine how long the transition etween the two
steps should take.
With X/Y Step Time, you can indicate how quickly the steps alternate. To create fluid, smooth movement,
enter the same value as the X/Y Fade Time function. You can also enter another value, which can have the
following effect:
Fade Time
value
Step Time
value
Effect
30 30 Fluid, smooth movement due to correct alignment of the Fade Time and Step
Time values
30 15 Fast movement with limited range ecause there is not enough time for the
ultimate step position to e reached efore the next step is activated.
15 30 Fast movement and full range, ut the moving fixture stands still in the ultimate
position for a (short) period of time.
15 15 Relatively fast, smooth movement due to correct alignment of the Fade Time
and Step Time values.
50 50 Relatively calm, smooth movement due to correct alignment of the Fade Time
and Step Time values.
There is really no wrong way to create different com inations and the effects vary greatly depending on the
values you enter. Don't e afraid to experiment with different values and see what happens!
Selectin colours, obos and chases
To make your show even more dynamic, create colour com inations that move to the eat of the music or
use static colours. All moving and static fixtures are equipped with various colour options.
This is also the case with go os. A go o is a stencil wheel that is placed in front of the light source so that a
figure or pattern is projected. Not every fixture has a go o wheel on oard so e sure to check if your fixture
is equipped with one efore use. Devices like scanners and spotlight moving heads have go o wheels as
standard.
The Colour and Go o sections function the same way, so we will go through them together.
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Colour section
The Colour section involves everything that has to do with the
colours a certain device can produce.
The colour systems in your fixtures operate differently.
Spotlight moving heads and scanners make use of a colour wheel
where various fixed colour filters are used to change the colour of
the light eam.
Static LED spotlights and LED wash moving heads on the other
hand use an RGBW or even an RGBAW+UV light source to
create countless colour com inations.
To ensure that the colours lend properly, the colour presets are
ased on a colour wheel with a choice of 9 ase colours.
- Colour Chase: use this wheel to choose a uilt-in Colour Chase.
Chase 1 is static and will only make use of the selection you
make for Colour 1.
With the other programs (2-8), the colours you chose for Colour 1
and Colour 2 will e alternated on various fixtures.
Please note, when selecting a Colour Chase (2-8), if you set the
same colour presets for Colour 1 and Colour 2, then the colour
will not alternate.
- Colour 1: select 1 of the 9 availa le colours as the main colour.
- Colour 2: select 1 of the 9 availa le colours as the su colour.
Please note, a device with a colour wheel may have more
difficulty alternating quickly etween colours if the su colour is
located on the other side of the wheel, for instance. The wheel
would need to rotate halfway around to get to that colour, and
may show the other colours in the process. To avoid this effect,
select colours that are next to each other in the colour wheel,
select a static colour, or lower the alternating speed.
Devices with a multiple LED light source are a le to process
alternating colours quickly.
Gobo section
Because every Ayra fixture is equipped with various types and quantities of go os, the OSO Maestro has
corresponding go o wheels so the user can choose etween the 9 availa le go os. Because different
devices have different go os, the Go o section will usually deviate so that if you select Go o 3 using the
Go o 1 wheel, you may end up with 2 different go os on 2 different devices.
The go o wheel works the same way as the colour wheel. Select the main go o with Go o 1 and the su
go o with Go o 2 and have them alternate in a Go o Chase if desired.
It is also recommended to select go os that are next to each other on the go o wheel for optimal results.
There is a choice etween 9 go os and for Go o Chase 1, only the main go o will e used without chase.
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Shutter Chase and settin the stroboscope speeds
Shutter
A shutter is a mechanical or digital system that turns off the light eam of a specific fixture.
With most Ayra fixtures, this will turn the light source down to zero if the shutter is active.
A Shutter Chase is a varying effects program where some fixtures show their light eam and others do not.
At value 1, the shutter function will not e active and all fixtures will show their light eams. There is a choice
etween 9 programs.
For each Shutter Chase, you can adjust the speed via the Shutter Speed function from 0 to 255; 0 is very
slow and 255 is very fast.
Stroboscope speed
The OSO Maestro has a stro oscope function that works on all connected fixtures. The flash speed is
adjusta le etween 0 and 255; 0 is very slow and 255 is very fast. The stro oscope function can e activated
y pressing the Stro e utton on the right side of the panel. It is possi le to change the stro oscope speed at
any time, also during use.
More information a out this utton can e found later on in this manual.
Master Dimmer fader
A fader is a type of control that ena les you to change a value y sliding it from one point to another. The
Master Dimmer fader controls the maximum light intensity of your lighting fixtures and comes in especially
handy when you want more su dued mood lighting.
The Master Dimmer controls the maximum value of all connected fixtures and is adjusta le from 0 to 255; 0
is completely dimmed and 255 is completely open (100%). The value is shown in the display on the ottom
right of the panel.
The Master Dimmer does not control the UV function that you can address to start channel 3 as well as all
devices that are addressed to a device with UV functionality (such as the ERO 406, ERO 506, ERO 706,
Compar 50 and Compar 60).
This makes it possi le to turn on all UV lighting and dim the rest of the lighting.
LEDs
The OSO Maestro is equipped with various LED indicators on the right side of the device. When functions
are not active, the LEDs will e illuminated at a very low level so you can still navigate the device in areas
that are dark or dimly-lit. In this user manual, we will refer to this as activated and deactivated LEDs.
Workin with presets
The OSO Maestro has a variety of uilt-in effects on oard that you can customise as desired, save and call
up when needed. The OSO Maestro offers 9 presets that are very easy to use.
Savin a preset
If you're happy with the light show that you've created, press and hold one of the preset uttons for a out 2
seconds in order to save it.
When you see 'Preset saved' appear in the display, let go of the utton.
You can call up a preset with the settings you've selected at any time y pressing the corresponding utton
once. Toggling etween presets is just as easy.
Every preset can e adjusted in real-time as desired. A red LED next to the selected preset will light up to
indicate which one is active. This is also shown at the top of the LED display.
Overwritin a preset
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Select the preset of your choice and adjust the parameters as desired y changing the colour, movement
program or speed, for instance.
Press the active preset utton and hold it down for 2 seconds to overwrite the old preset values.
Adjustin a preset without savin it
If you want to call up a preset and change the colour temporarily, select the preset of your choice and adjust
the colour using the Colour rotary kno or select a new colour. This new colour will e used until you switch
to another preset or turn off the controller. Changes in a preset are not permanent unless you overwrite them
manually.
Manual mode
As well as the 9 presets, the OSO Maestro also features a Manual mode that ena les you to make
adjustments on the fly that are saved automatically. The Manual mode is a practical way to insert a lot of
effects when toggling etween presets or to accompany a particularly usy section of music, for instance.
When you switch off the controller (or if the power supply is suddenly cut off), all values in Manual mode
automatically return to the factory default settings. Saved presets on the other hand remain intact in the
controller's internal memory in the event of a sudden loss of power.
UV button
The UV utton is used to activate the UV effect of the corresponding fixture. This can e either a lacklight
projector addressed to channel 3 or a moving head or static spotlight with UV functionality. This feature can
not e used with fixtures that are not equipped with UV functionality.
When the UV function is activated, a red LED will light up to indicate the status. Press the utton again to
deactivate the UV functionality. The UV function always works at 100% output when activated, regardless of
the position of the Master Dimmer fader.
Strobe button
The stro e utton activates the stro oscope function and a red LED lights up to indicate the status. Press the
utton again to deactivate the function.
When activating the stro oscope function, the Stro e speed value ( etween 0 and 255) is used for the
flashing speed; 0 is very slow and 255 is very fast.
The stro oscope speed can always e adjusted in real time.
It is possi le to program the stro oscope speed in a preset, ut it needs to e activated y manually pushing
the Stro e utton.
Fixtures like the Flash 30/60 LED will only turn on when the stro oscope function is activated. When
activated, the colours, go os or movements set for other connected fixtures will flash at the same speed.
It is recommended to use the stro oscope function at certain moments to accentuate a climax in the music,
for instance, instead of continuously.
Tap Speed button
The Tap Speed utton is actually a multifunctional utton that can e used in 3 different ways.
- Deactivated: when the Tap Speed utton is deactivated, it will have no effect on the current playing speed.
- Static activation (press once): when the Tap Speed utton is pressed once, a static LED will light up and
certain rotary kno s will have a different function to offer more speed options.
The following adjusta le values are found on the right-hand side of the display:
Colour Speed can e adjusted with the Colour Chase rotary kno , which adjusts the speed of the colour
changes independently. This can also e programmed and saved in a preset.
The value can e adjusted from 0 to 255; 0 is very slow and 255 is very fast.
The value for each preset can e programmed individually.
Gobo Speed can e adjusted y means of the Go o Chase rotary kno , which adjusts the speed of the
go o changes independently. This can also e programmed and saved in a preset.
The value can e adjusted from 0 to 255; 0 is very slow and 255 is very fast.
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The value for each preset can e programmed individually.
Sound Sense can e programmed with the Shutter Chase rotary kno , which can also e used to adjust the
sensitivity of the internal microphone.
The value can e adjusted from 0 to 100; 0 is not sensitive and 100 is very sensitive. This value can not e
adjusted per individual preset.
Press the Tap Speed utton again to exit this mode.
- Press the Tap Speed utton and hold it down for 2 seconds to access the Tap Speed function.
The corresponding LED will flash at a steady tempo to indicate that the Tap Speed function is active.
By using your finger to tap the desired tempo on the Tap Speed utton, you can adjust the playing speed of
all the varia le elements at once.
The following elements will play to the pre-determined tempo and will e overruled:
- Colour Chase
- Go o Chase
- Shutter Chase
The X/Y speed Tap Speed function remains unchanged.
The success of the Tap Speed utton depends on your own timing. Tap the utton 4 times with your finger to
set the speed. The controller calculates the average ased on the time etween each of the four taps.
If you tap the utton 4 times quickly, then the LED will flash faster.
If you tap the utton 4 times slowly, then the speed will decrease and the LED will flash at a slower speed.
To exit the Tap Speed menu, press the Tap Speed utton and hold it down for 2 seconds. Make sure the LED
is on or off to see if you're in the correct operating mode.
Sound
The OSO Maestro is equipped with a uilt-in microphone that is located on the rear of the controller.
The sound sensitivity is determined digitally y the controller, as explained earlier in this manual. The optimal
value depends on the audio volume in any given situation as the microphone only reacts to the ass
frequency in the music.
The sound-controlled function works est with music that has a four-quarter measure and low tones
(particularly with a distinct eat).
If the music has interrupted eats or dou le kicks, the function will not work optimally. It is a etter option to
synchronise the lights to the music manually using the Tap Speed function.
If the uilt-in microphone does not detect any sound, the lighting will slowly alternate a Colour Chase, Go o
Chase and Shutter Chase to create variation where music is audi le ut a distinct eat is not detected.
To activate the sound-controlled mode, press the Sound utton once and the corresponding LED will light up.
Press it again to deactivate the function and the LED will turn off.
Fo
Smoke machines that have DMX compati ility and work in 1-channel mode can also e controlled y the
OSO Maestro.
Activate the smoke machine y pressing the Fog utton and it will function at 100% output.
Press the Fog utton again to turn the smoke machine off.
The OSO Maestro does not feature idirectional communication, which means it can only send commands
and can not receive information from the smoke machine, like if it needs time to warm up in etween use. If
you send a command for it to function, it may not produce any smoke until it has warmed up again.
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It is possi le to drive multiple machines at once y assigning them the same DMX address. All machines will
do the same thing.
Blackout
The Blackout utton is very important and is automatically activated when the controller is turned on.
When pressed, the Blackout utton overrides all control and rings all values ack to zero. This means your
fixtures will no longer produce any light and will go into stand y mode.
The word ' lackout' is a commonly-used term in the world of entertainment lighting that means stand y.
When you press the Blackout utton again, the LED will turn off and the Blackout function will deactivate so
that all fixtures are capa le of receiving normal commands again.
When the Blackout function is active, you can change settings, adjust parameters, switch presets, and so on.
Any changes you make are shown on the display and indicated y the status LEDs.
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Installation and connection requirements
Usin the OSO Maestro as a desktop device
The OSO Maestro is a compact controller that can e used as a desktop device. It fits on a desk, ta le, DJ
ooth or shelf and it has ru er feet underneath that provide plenty of grip. The slanted construction ensures
an optimal overview of the controls and the display on the control panel.
Installin the OSO Maestro in a 19-inch rack
The OSO Maestro can easily e installed in a standard 19-inch rack or flight case. This measurement is the
standard in audio and lighting rack equipment designed for oth mo ile and permanent installations.
To install the OSO Maestro into a rack, use the included rack mounts. These are two rectangular plates with
one curved side. There are three screws on the side of the controller that can e removed. The holes
correspond perfectly with the rack mount plate and you can use the same screws to attach them.
The rack size of the OSO Maestro is 5 U, which stands for Units. Each Unit is 4.45 cm in height.
Hardware like nuts and olts are not included ecause racks and flight cases are usually equipped with
various rack profiles (fixed or gliding).
Bear in mind that the connection inputs and outputs are located on the rear of the controller, and for this
reason, part of the connection panel is slightly recessed. It's a good idea to keep 1 Unit free for passing
ca les through from the front to the rear of your equipment.
If you mount a connection panel a ove the controller, you will have an organised layout for your connection
options without sacrificing any rack space.
Utilise the rack space and la el your presets with stickers for an even faster, more intuitive work flow.
Connectin the OSO Maestro to DMX li htin
The OSO Maestro is equipped with 2 DMX outputs that send exactly the same signal. This is handy when
operating two groups of lighting fixtures separately.
DMX lighting is connected y means of a standard 3-pin male to female XLR ca le. It is recommended to
work with DMX ca les (with an impedance of 110 ohms), especially for large-scale setups and situations
where there can e no risk of signal interference.
Linking DMX lighting is easy to do. Connect the ca le from the controller to the first device in the chain, then
from the first to the second device, then from the second to the third device, and so on. Repeat this linking
process, which is called daisy-chaining, until you reach the last device.
DMX terminators
Always use a DMX terminator at the end of every DMX daisy chain, which is the last connected device. A
DMX terminator is a small XLR plug with a soldered impedance, usually 120 ohms. It closes off the data us
and prevents reflections in the signal (that can lead to 'nervous' ehaviour or 'hiccups' in the signal.
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DMX li htin troubleshootin
If you have a pro lem with your device, please consult the trou leshooting section for possi le solutions. If,
after consulting this section, the pro lem remains unresolved, please contact your dealer for more
information and/or help.
This trou leshooting section contains information on how to solve the most common DMX light effect
pro lems, ut it does not and cannot cover every eventuality. It is possi le that you won't find your pro lem,
cause and solution in this section due to differences etween various connecting devices.
Problem Possible cause Solution
The device can not e turned on. A fuse is lown Check the fuse to rule out if it is
lown or not. If it is lown, replace
it with a new fuse of the same type
and class.
Power ca le not plugged in Check if the power ca le is
properly connected to the device
and plugged into an active power
socket.
The device is not reacting to DMX
signals
Incorrect DMX start address Check if the device has een set
to the correct DMX start address
DMX controller is set to ‘Blackout’ Make sure the ‘Blackout’ function
on the DMX controller is not
activated
Make sure the polarity switch on
the DMX controller is set correctly
Try to reverse the DMX polarity
switch on the DMX controller.
The device is not reacting, there is
no DMX signal indication
Make sure the XLR ca les are
connected properly and are not
defective. Replace if necessary.
The device does not react to
sound/music
Incorrect operation mode Make sure the sound-activated
mode has een selected.
The internal microphone sensitivity
is too low
Check the microphone sensitivity
level and increase it if necessary.
The speaker is too far away, or is
not producing enough low tones
Place the light effect closer to a
speaker (or vice versa) and/or
increase the low-frequency level.
The uilt-in microphone is not
triggered y high tones.
The amount of projected light is
minimal
Dirty or dusty optics Clean the lens and/or other optics.
Dimmer is not completely open Check if the dimmers on the spot
lights themselves or if the master
dimmer is completely open.
The DMX signal appears to e
interrupted and some devices are
flashing or ehaving strangely
Damaged/defective ca les Check and replace the DMX
ca les if necessary.
Power interference on the DMX
signal
Avoid connecting signal ca les
parallel to power ca les.
DMX terminator is missing Close the DMX circle with a DMX
terminator.
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Signal loss or interference in the
DMX circle
Close the DMX circle with a
terminator or connect a ooster
after maximum 32 fixtures.
The device is not reacting to DMX
commands
Incorrect DMX channel mode Check if the device is set to the
correct DMX channel mode
The pan and tilt values do not
react to DMX commands
Pan/tilt inversion is activated Check if pan/tilt inversion is
activated in the menu
The operation mode can not e
changed
The device is in Slave mode If the device is in Slave mode, it
will wait for a master signal unless
there is a DMX signal present. Set
the device to Master to activate the
sound-controlled or automated
operation modes.
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Specifications
- versatile, user-friendly controller
- specifically designed for use with Ayra lighting fixtures
- also compati le with various universal DMX-controlled lighting fixtures
- programming knowledge as with traditional DMX controllers not required
- various uilt-in, pre-programmed effects for live use
- make up to 9 presets quickly and easily
- manual mode function to adjust parameters y hand
- uilt-in movement programs with adjusta le speeds and fade time
- uilt-in programs for go o and colour alternations, pre-programmed for 4 fixtures
- uilt-in shutter chases, pre-programmed for 4 fixtures
- adjusta le stro oscope speed with switch for stro oscope function
- Blackout utton to override all functions, reset values to zero and return all fixtures to stand y mode
- Master Dimmer fader (0-100%) controls light intensity of all connected devices (except UV)
- special UV override function to activate lacklight effect
- versatile high-resolution display for easy legi ility
- various play ack options (adjusta le speed, sound-controlled, tap sync)
- tap sync function ased on four-quarter measure
- sound-controlled function features uilt-in microphone with adjusta le sensitivity, ased on four-quarter
measure
- specific activation uttons for Fog, UV, Stro e and Blackout functionality
- use as desktop model with slanted construction for optimal overview of functions, or use rack mounts to
install in a 19-inch rack
Technical specifications:
- 12x digital endless rotary kno s with 20 clicks per rotation
- LCD colour high-resolution display for optimal legi ility
- Master Dimmer fader
- 9x preset uttons + manual mode utton
- LED indicator per function utton
- 2x DMX outputs via 3-pin XLR output
- 257x DMX channels with pre-programmed layout
- all uilt-in chases and effects designed for 4 groups of fixtures
- equipped with power switch
- IEC C14 power input with fuse holder (250V 1A)
- mains voltage: 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
- maximum power consumption: 2 W
Dimensions:
- 19-inch, can e installed in 19-inch rack using rack mounts, 5U (+1U ca le management)
- dimensions: 283 x 220 x 80 mm (feet included)
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