Ayrton easyColor User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Rev 1.0
NO. 24 - 004 - 0962

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Table of contents
1. Foreword...........................................................................................................................................................................2
2. Safety Instructions...........................................................................................................................................................2
3. Environment Utilization..................................................................................................................................................3
4. Dimensions........................................................................................................................................................................3
5. Descriptions.......................................................................................................................................................................4
6. Installation.........................................................................................................................................................................4
6.1 Diffuser filter Installation to achieve 21° aperture…………………………………………………………….4
6.2 Rigging of the projector.........................................................................................................................................5
6.3 Connection to mains of the projector...................................................................................................................6
6.4 DMX 512 Connections...........................................................................................................................................6
7. Protocol..............................................................................................................................................................................6
8. Control...............................................................................................................................................................................7
8.1 Language.................................................................................................................................................................7
8.2 DMX Address.........................................................................................................................................................8
8.2.1 DMX Assignment...................................................................................................................................8
8.2.2 Mode Master Assignment.....................................................................................................................8
8.3 Information.............................................................................................................................................................9
8.3.1 Hour-meter...............................................................................................................................................9
8.3.2 Maximum Temperature..........................................................................................................................9
8.3.3 Instant Temperature.............................................................................................................................10
8.3.4 DMX Values............................................................................................................................................10
8.3.5 Software Version....................................................................................................................................10
8.3.6 Serial n....................................................................................................................................................11
8.4 Options...................................................................................................................................................................11
8.4.1 PAN Movement Inversion.....................................................................................................................11
8.4.2 TILT Movement Inversion....................................................................................................................11
8.4.3 Swapping PAN & TILT Movements....................................................................................................12
8.4.4 Disable automatic repositioning system..............................................................................................12
8.4.5 Movement Accuracy..............................................................................................................................12
8.4.6 Ventilation system operation.................................................................................................................13
8.5 Self-Mode...............................................................................................................................................................14
8.5.1 Program reading....................................................................................................................................14
8.5.2 Pre-set reading.......................................................................................................................................14
8.5.3 Program Editing....................................................................................................................................14

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9. Information.......................................................................................................................................15
Messages d’erreur & d’in
1. FOREWORD
We wish to express our gratitude for having chosen the AYRTON EASYCOLOR projector
WARNING !
This product is not intended for any domestic utilisation.
You now own a professional product with many functions. Before operating the unit, please make sure that
the EASYCOLOR has not suffered any damage during transportation. Should any damage have occurred,
please do not use the unit and contact your dealer/retailer immediately.
For further information or latest EASYCOLOR software updating, please visit our web-site www.ayrton-
light.com.
For your personal and third party-safety, please read this owner’s manual carefully before you operate the
unit.
Persons involved with the installation, utilisation or maintenance of the EASYCOLOR must :
-Be qualified to make this type of intervention.
-Comply and follow the instructions contained in this manual.
Once manual has been thoroughly read, we recommend that you should file it for future reference.
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before using the EASYCOLOR, you must first read the safety instructions as well as the precautions to be
taken.
CAUTION! ELECTRIC-SHOCK RISK
Handle this product with great care, unit needs high-voltage tension that can generate risk of electric
shock.
Your EASYCOLOR has left our production facilities perfectly in mint conditions. Should you however detect a
defect , please contact your dealer/retailer immediately before using the unit.
The manufacturer will not be held responsible for any resulting damages due to the inobservance of the
safety instructions for the installation or mounting, contained in this manual ; as well as for any unauthorised
modification of the EASYCOLOR .
Non-complying with given safety instructions for installation, mounting, and any unauthorised modification of
EASYCOLOR, will result in the warranty to be voided.
Please verify that disposable voltage is not exceeding maximum tension authorised.
Ensure your electric installation complies with norms in force.
Please make sure that power-cable is integer and free from chinks, sharp-edges etc. Handle power-cable
with extreme attention
EASYCOLOR conforms with class 1 of the security norms; earth connection is essential.
Installation and electrical connections must be done by qualified personnel. The manufacturer declines any
responsibility for damages that might occur, in the event that installation had been carried out by an
unqualified person.
When disconnecting EASYCOLOR, never pull the cable, instead grip on the plug and pull it out gently.

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Never connect power-cable of EASYCOLOR if your hands are wet or humid.
Make sure that neither objects nor liquid are dropped inside the EASYCOLOR
When used for the first time, smoke or scent might be emitted from the EASYCOLOR. This is an harmless
chemical process that will fade away after a few minutes of utilisation.
3. ENVIRONMENT UTILISATION
EASYCOLOR is an LED moving-head designated for professional utilisation (discotheques, architectural
lighting, exhibition-halls, museums, TV studios, theatres, etc) EASYCOLOR has been conceived for indoor
use only and on no account must it be utilised in adverse weather conditions (snow, rain, etc)
Condensation water might form on EASYCOLOR, in such cases :
-When heat-system is turned-on .
-Places with high presence of moisture and very humid condition
-When the unit is quickly moved from a cold place to a hot place
Should moisture form inside the unit(s), then it might not operate correctly. In this event, please wait until the
unit(s) has reached room temperature.
Avoid shaking the EYCOLOR when handling or during operation.
Do not carry EYCOLOR by holding the movable-head as internal mechanisms can suffer serious damages.
Always use the purposed carrying-handle located beneath the unit.
The installation point for EASYCOLOR is important. Always make sure that unit is not exposed to heat
sources, humidity or dust. Keep away from flammable items and surfaces. Electrical cables must never be
laid on the floor.
The minimum distance to be observed, between the outer lens and the illuminated surface, is of 0,3 Mt.
Do not obstruct ventilation vents. Allow 20 cm room all around the EYCOLOR to ensure adequate air-
circulation
Room temperature must never exceed 40° C.
EASYCOLOR must be rigged-up and secured to the truss with safety-cord which is to be fitted in the correct
hole located in the bottom of the unit.
Do not hazard with the EASYCOLOR before you are familiar with the given recommendations. Never allow
non-authorised , unqualified personnel with any kind of intervention to the unit.
Should EASYCOLOR be left idling for a long period, we strongly recommend it must be turned-off.
When EASYCOLOR is to be carried or moved to other locations, original packaging must be used.
4. DIMENSIONS
(fig.01) (fig.02) (fig.03)

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5. DESCRIPTION
(fig.04)
1. Free-head
2. Moving-head
3. Base
(fig.05)
1. ON/OFF button
2. DMX input
3. DMX output
4. Fuse-holder
5. Power-cable
6. Fan-grid
7. LCD display
8. Mode-button
9. Up-Button
10. Down-Button
11. Enter-button
14
(fig.06)
12. Carrying handle
13. « Camloc » fixing bolts 13
14. Safety-cord security point 12
6. INSTALLATION
6.1 diffuser filter Installation to achieve 21° aperture
EASYCOLOR is delivered with an optional diffuser filter to achieve 21° when a wider aperture is
required. When filter is used, please follow these instructions:
(fig.07)
1
3
2

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Other types of diffuser filters can be used depending on which applications. It is essential though that
filter diameter is of 106 mm.
6.2 Rigging of the projector
EASYCOLOR can operate if placed on the floor as well as in all positions when rigged up on truss.
Installation positions will not affect operations of the unit
EASYCOLOR is delivered with two Omega aluminium stands. (you will find these parts outside the
Polystyrene forms)
When installing EASYCOLOR use the G-Clamps with M12 thread-screw (G-clamp not delivered).G-
clamps must be approved and must sustain 10 times the weight of the unit . Test G-clamp allowing 1
hour to elapse, which then must not present any sign of distortion.
Never use carrying handle to install EASYCOLOR.
Install each Omega stand to a G-clamp using a 12M thread-screw and bolt. Set the two Omega stand on
to the base fixing holes C1, C2, C3 & C4. Choose suitable position for your installation. Tighten screw
clockwise by 1/4 turn (see Fig.)
Before installing EASYCOLOR to the truss, make sure that covers and accessories are firmly tightened
and secured.
Install EASYCOLOR on the truss by placing base towards area to be illuminated. Make sure to tighten
G-clamp firmly.
The use of an additional and independent safety-cord is essential to protect accidental failure of the
primary suspension point. This safety-cord must bear at least 10 times the weight of the unit. The safety-
cord must be fitted in the provided hole under the base (see Fig.)

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6.3 Connection to mains of the projector
Connect the power-cable of the EASYCOLOR directly to the mains. Never connect unit to dimmer points
as unit could be damaged .
A good earth connection of the EASYCOLOR is essential.
Table of possible connections
Connections
Marks
wire
core
International
UK
Brown
Phase
L
Red
Bleu
neuter
N
Black
Yellow/Green
Earth
Green
To power EASYCOLOR set breaker to « I « position
6.4 DMX 512 Connections
Cables must comply with EIA 422A & EIA 485 norms. Only use shielded cables twisted in pairs.
Never use microphone-cables as transmissions are unreliable on long distances. When used for over
300 Mt a signal amplifier is necessary.
Connect DMX cable from controller to the base of DMX IN of the first EASYCOLOR.
Set-up a serial DMX- line by connecting DMX-output of the first EASYCOLOR with the DMX-input of the
next unit. Repeat the same procedure until all units are connected.
To ensure reliable transmission information, make sure to end-up last dmx-cable with a terminator. To
accomplish with this operation solder a 120 Ohm resistor between cores 2&3 of a 3-pin XLR-plug. This
terminator must be situated on the DMX-output of the last EASYCOLOR dmx-line
7. PROTOCOL

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Ch 16
bit
Ch 8
bit
Value
%
Mode
Type of
control
1
1
0-255
0-100
Pan
Pan movement adjustment on 530°
Proportional
2
0-255
0-100
Fine Pan adjustment
(When high resolution is on)
Fine Pan movement adjustment
Proportional
3
2
0-255
0-100
Tilt
Tilt movement adjustment on 530 °
Proportional
4
0-255
0-100
Fine Tilt adjustment
(When High resolution is on)
Fine Tilt movement adjustment
Proportional
5
3
0-255
0-100
Red
0 = Black – 255 = Red @ 100%
Proportional
6
4
0-255
0-100
Green
0 = Black – 255 = Green @ 100%
Proportional
7
5
0-255
0-100
Blue
0 = black – 255 = Blue @ 100%
Proportional
8
6
0-9
0-4
Rainbow
off
Stepping
9
7
0-9
0-4
Stroboscope
off
Stepping
8. CONTROL
The rear LCD display control panel located in the rear base of the EASYCOLOR allows you to select the
address as well as the function criteria. LCD display shows also other information i.e. unit working hours, or
unit internal temperatures. Should any failure occur, the problems will be shown on LCD-display.
When EASYCOLOR is powered on, after the welcome message, the LCD display will read DMX 512 signal
set to address 1 by default
Press (MODE) to access Main Menu. This menu will access to 5 sub-menus.
This Menu allows you to select language from the display. English language is set by default.
Menu
Address
This menu allows you to select address for each projector as well as the master/slave mode of the
projector.
Menu
Informat
This menu allows you to obtain information relevant to EASYCOLOR, i.e. internal rate
temperatures, unit working hours, unit serial number & software version.
Menu
Option
Language
Menu

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This menu allows you to set-up customised parameters as well mode operation of each
EASYCOLOR
Menu
Automat
This menu allows you to record internal cues without the use of any controller.
8.1 Language
EASYCOLOR uses a 16-digit LCD display arrayed on 2 lines to ease programming. The bright
information displayed will avoid the hassle of numerous abbreviations.
To ease communication a selection of languages are provided. I.e. English, French, and Spanish .
English is set by default.
To set your language of EASYCOLOR :
•Press (MODE) to access main menu
•Press (UP) & (DOWN) keys to browse through menu
•Select Menu (language) then press (ENTER)
•Select your language by pressing (UP) & (DOWN) keys
•Confirm by pressing (ENTER) key.
•Press (MODE) key to return to main Menu
Should have you chosen French, after your confirmation, display must read as follows
French
Selected
As from now all information displayed will be in French.
8.2 DMX Address
The DMX address is the first channel which EASYCOLOR responds to the controller instructions.
When high-resolution is set and address 21 is selected, channels used by EASYCOLOR will be
from 21 to 30. Make sure there is no DMX channel overlap.
When same address is used for numerous EASYCOLOR, they all will receive the same information
and the same sequence. This mode is significantly important during maintenance to detect working
faults.
When EASYCOLOR is powered, LCD display will detect if DMX signal is received, if not displayed
it reads the following message.
Dmx
Absent
In this event please check the following:
•Ensure that cable between controller and projector is securely connected.
•Ensure cable or connectors are not defective.
•Ensure controller is powered or defective.
When DMX 512 signal is displayed, LCD will read the following message:
8.2.1 DMX ASSIGNMENT

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To enter channel assignments to EASYCOLOR:
•Press (MODE) to access main menu
•Press (UP) & (DOWN) key to browse through menu
•Select Menu “Address” then press (ENTER)
•Select the “Change address” option than press (ENTER)
•Browse through (UP)& (DOWN) keys to select your address
•Press (ENTER) to confirm.
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
8.2.2 Mode Master Assignment
This menu allows you to select operation mode of your EASYCOLOR. Should you not use
external controller and wants to operate your unit on stand-alone mode, then select "Mode
Master” function. In the event your projector is connected to a controller, we recommend it
should be disconnected before selecting “Mode Master” function. This would avoid
interference between the two systems.
•Press (MODE) to enter main-menu
•To browse through Menu press (UP) & (DOWN) keys
•Select “Address” menu than press (ENTER)
•Select “Mode Master” mode than press (ENTER)
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select your option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm.
•Press MODE to return to main menu
“Mode Master” option is idle by default.
8.3 Information
Information relevant to your EASYCOLOR is available in this menu. This side-menu has 5 sub-
menus
8.3.1 Hour-meter
This menu allows you to read information regarding your EASYCOLOR working hours.
Hour-Meter
Hour-Meter will tally information relevant to EASYCOLOR total working hours since the unit
left production plant. It is not possible to re-set meter to zero not even when software
updating is effected.
•Press (MODE) to access “Hour Meter” menu
•Browse through (UP) and (DOWN) keys to select your menu option.
•Select “Total Hours “ menu then press (ENTER)
•Total elapsed hours will be displayed on LCD
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
An additional “partial hour-meter” will allow you to read the EASYCOLOR working hours.
This hour-meter can be re-set to zero.

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•Press (MODE) to select “Hour-Meter” menu
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select your menu option.
•Select “partial hour-meter” menu than press (ENTER)
•Total number of hours will be displayed on the LCD
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
To re-set Partial-Hour-Meter to zero, hold button (ENTER) for a few seconds. When meter
shows zero, release the button.
8.3.2 Maximum Temperature
This menu gives access to information relevant to monitor internal temperature of the
EASYCOLOR head. Temperatures are expressed in Celsius degrees. Internal
temperature of the head must not exceed 72° C. beyond this limit, projector will
automatically switch onto security mode. We remind you that ambient temperature must
not exceed 40° C.
Max
Temp.
It is possible to view recorded max temp of the head of your EASYCOLOR since the unit
left production plant. It is not possible to re-set meter to zero not even when software
updating is effected
•Press (MODE) to access “Max Temp” menu
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to enter menu option
•Select “Tot. Max Temp” menu then press (ENTER)
•Max-temp recorded of the meter will be displayed on LCD
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
An additional “hour-meter” (“Partial Max Temp”) will allow you to read the EASYCOLOR
partial working hours (maximum temperature). This “hour-meter” (“Partial Max Temp”) can
be re-set to zero.
•Press (MODE) to access “Max Temp” menu
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to enter menu option.
•Select “Partial Max Temp” menu then press (ENTER)
•Partial Max-temp recorded of the meter will be displayed on LCD
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
To re-set Partial-Hour-Meter (Partial Max Temp) to zero, hold button (ENTER) for a few
seconds. When meter shows zero, release the button.
8.3.3 Instant Temperature
This Menu allows you to read information relevant to instantly head internal temperature of
your EASYCOLOR. Temperatures are expressed in Celsius degrees. Internal temperature
of the head must not exceed 72° C. beyond this limit, projector will automatically switch
onto safety mode. We remind you that ambient temperature must not exceed 40° C.
Instant
Temp
•Press (MODE) to access “Instant Temp” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Instant Temperature is now displayed on LCD

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•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
8.3.4 DMX Values
This menu allows you to read information relevant to input value of each DMX channel of
your EASYCOLOR.
DMX
Values
•Press (MODE) to access “ DMX Values” menu
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select you channel
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•DMX value will be displayed on the LCD
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
8.3.5 Software Version
This menu allows you to retrieve information relevant to the software version used by your
EASYCOLOR
.
Software
Version
•Press (MODE) to access “ Software version ” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection.
•Software version number will be displayed on the LCD
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
8.3.6 Serial n.
This menu will allow you to read information relevant to the Serial number of your
EASYCOLOR. This will enable you to identify your projector at any time.
Serial number
•Press (MODE) to access “ Serial Number ” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection.
•Serial number of your projector will be displayed on the LCD
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
8.4 Options
This menu allows you to establish your personal parameters as well as operation mode of your
EASYCOLOR. This side-menu is divided into 6 sub-menus
8.4.1 PAN Movement Inversion
This menu allows you to reverse PAN movement of your EASYCOLOR.
PAN
INVERSION

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•Press (MODE) to access “ Pan Inversion ” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection.
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select “PAN Inversion” option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Information now flashes on LCD, modification on the projector was successful
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
Should you wish to disable this option, you only have to repeat instructions and then select
“no PAN Inversion “
8.4.2 TILT Movement Inversion
This menu allows you to reverse TILT movement of your EASYCOLOR.
TILT
Inversion
•Press (MODE) to access “ TILT Inversion ” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection.
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select “TILT Inversion” option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Information now flashes on LCD, modification on the projector was successful
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
Should you wish to disable this option, you only have to repeat instructions and then select
“no TILT Inversion”
8.4.3 Swapping PAN & TILT Movements
This menu will allow you to swap PAN & TILT movements of your EASYCOLOR.
Swap
PAN-TILT
•Press (MODE) to access “ Swap PAN & TILT” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select “Swap PAN & TILT” option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Information will flash on the display; modification on the projector was successful
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
Should you wish to disable this option, you only have to repeat instructions and then select
“no Swap PAN & TILT)”
8.4.4 Disable automatic repositioning system
This Menu will allow you to disable automatic repositioning of your EASYCOLOR
Auto
Position
•Press (MODE) to access “ Auto Position” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select “ Auto Position ” option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Information will flash on the display; modification on the projector was successful
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu

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Should you wish to disable this option, you only have to repeat instructions and then select
“ no Auto Position”
8.4.5 Movement Accuracy
This menu will allow you to adjust movement resolution of your EASYCOLOR moving
head. You may pick out two types of resolutions: 16-bit (high resolution) or 8-bit (low
resolution). The number of DMX channels to be used will depend on your requirements : 9
channels for the 16-bit resolution mode or 7 channels for the 8-bit low resolution.
8 /16 bit
Resol.
•Press (MODE) to access “ 8/16 bit Resol.” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select “ 8/16 bit Resol ” option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Information will flash on the display; modification on the projector was successful
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
16-bit High resolution mode is disabled by default.
8.4.6 Ventilation system operation
This menu will allow you to apply ventilation system of EASYCOLOR in accordance with
your requirements
Ventil.
Oper.
There are four utilisation options
(1) Automatic Mode: This function ensures extreme accuracy to the ventilation system.
Speed control of fans of the head and base of your projector will depend on the internal
temperature. Temperature detection is independent.
Auto
Vent.
•Press (MODE) to access “Auto Vent.” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select “Auto Vent ” option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Information will flash on the display; modification on the projector was successful
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
(2) Maximum Speed Mode. This mode enable the use of your projector in installations
where ambient temperatures are high, e.g. discos. Fans are set to maximum speed. Max
ventilation is set by default.
Maxi
Ventilation

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•Press (MODE) to access “Max Ventilation” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select “ Max Ventilation ” option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Information will flash on the display; modification on the projector was successful
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
(3) Mini-Maxi Speed Mode. This mode diminishes fan noise while settings are being
arranged; all internal components are ensured by perfect ventilations. Fans are used at
minimum speed as long as internal temperature will not exceed authorised limit. Should
maximum temperature rise, fans will operate at full speed.
Mini/Maxi
Temp.
•Press (MODE) to access “ Mini/Maxi Temp ” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select “ Mini/Maxi Temp ” option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Information will flash on the display; modification on the projector was successful
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
(4) Mini-Stop Speed Mode. This function is recommended when silence is required.
Fans are used at minimum rate as long as internal temperature does not exceed the
authorised limit. Should max temperature pass the limit rise, power-contrivance will
disconnect power to LEDs. Power will be reinstated when level temperature is permitted.
MiniStop
Vent.
•Press (MODE) to access “ MiniStop Vent ” menu
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Browse through (UP) & (DOWN) keys to select “ MiniStop Vent ” option
•Press (ENTER) to confirm your selection
•Information will flash on the display; modification on the projector was successful
•Press (MODE) to return to main menu
For obvious safety reasons, in any case, beyond critical threshold temperature, Power-
contrivance will disconnect power to LEDs.
8.5 Self-Mode
This menu will allow you to configure your EASYCOLOR to be used without any controller
8.5.1 Program reading
This menu allows you to read the built-in program
Built -in
Program.
8.5.2 Pre-set reading
This menu will allow you to run a pre-set built-in program when EASYCOLOR is powered

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Automatic
Read.
8.5.3 Program Editing
This menu will allow you to set-up or modify programs
Program
Edit
9. INFORMATION
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