Chauvet DJ ILS Command User manual

User Manual

Table of Contents
ILS Command User Manual Rev. 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before You Begin ....................................................................... 1
What Is Included.................................................................................. 1
Unpacking Instructions ........................................................................ 1
Claims...................................................................................................... 1
Text Conventions................................................................................. 1
Symbols............................................................................................... 1
Disclaimer............................................................................................ 1
Intellectual Property............................................................................. 1
FCC Statement of Compliance............................................................ 2
RF Exposure Warning for North America and Australia ...................... 2
Safety Notes ........................................................................................ 2
2. Introduction ................................................................................ 3
Product Overview ................................................................................ 3
Product Dimensions ............................................................................ 3
3. Setup ........................................................................................... 4
AC Power ............................................................................................ 4
Mounting.............................................................................................. 4
Orientation ............................................................................................... 4
4. Operation .................................................................................... 5
Control Panel Overview....................................................................... 5
Control Panel Description ........................................................................ 5
Menu Map............................................................................................ 7
Home Screen....................................................................................... 8
Effect Operating Mode............................................................................. 8
Master Settings........................................................................................ 8
Overrides ................................................................................................. 8
Configuration (Settings)....................................................................... 9
D-Fi Configuration.................................................................................... 9
Back Light................................................................................................ 9
Sound Input ............................................................................................. 9
Sound Loss.............................................................................................. 9
Par Color.................................................................................................. 9
Program Mode......................................................................................... 9
Effect Type............................................................................................... 10
Blinder Mode............................................................................................ 10
Strobe Mode ............................................................................................ 10
Presets Playback Mode ........................................................................... 10
Power Loss.............................................................................................. 10
Laser Mode.............................................................................................. 11
USB Backup or Restore........................................................................... 11
Factory Reset .......................................................................................... 11
System Update ........................................................................................ 11

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Configuration (ILS) .............................................................................. 12
Master Controls ....................................................................................... 12
Automatic or Sound-Activated Mode............................................................ 12
Master Strobe............................................................................................... 12
Master Dimmer............................................................................................. 12
Blinder .......................................................................................................... 12
Freeze .......................................................................................................... 12
Blackout........................................................................................................ 12
Color Override .............................................................................................. 12
Effect Type Controls ................................................................................ 13
Moving Head ................................................................................................ 13
Par................................................................................................................ 13
Laser ............................................................................................................ 14
Strobe Effect................................................................................................. 14
Derby............................................................................................................ 14
Follow Spot Mode.................................................................................... 14
Presets..................................................................................................... 15
5. Maintenance................................................................................ 16
Product Maintenance........................................................................... 16
6. Technical Specifications ........................................................... 17
Contact Us ...................................................................................... 18
Warranty & Returns ............................................................................. 18

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Before You Begin
ILS Command User Manual Rev. 1
1. Before You Begin
What Is Included
Unpacking Instructions
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the
package and are in good condition.
Claims
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from shipping, or show
signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Failure to report damage to the carrier
immediately may invalidate a claim. In addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or concealed
damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Text Conventions
Symbols
Disclaimer
Chauvet believes that the information contained in this manual is accurate in all respects. However,
Chauvet assumes no responsibility and specifically disclaims any and all liability to any party for any loss,
damage or disruption caused by any errors or omissions in this document, whether such errors or
omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. Chauvet reserves the right to revise the
content of this document without any obligation to notify any person or company of such revision, however,
Chauvet has no obligation to make, and does not commit to make, any such revisions. Download the latest
version from www.chauvetdj.com.
Intellectual Property
The works of authorship contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, all design, text and images
are owned by Chauvet.
© Copyright 2023 Chauvet & Sons, LLC. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America.
Chauvet, Chauvet DJ, the Chauvet logo, and ILS Command are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Chauvet & Sons LLC (d/b/a Chauvet and Chauvet Lighting) in the United States and other countries. Other
company and product names and logos referred to herein may be trademarks of their respective
companies.
• ILS Command
• External power supply
• USB-C cable
• Carry bag
• Quick Reference Guide
Convention Meaning
1–512 A range of values
50/60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings A menu option not to be modified
<ENTER> A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON A value to be entered or selected
Symbol Meaning
Electrical warning. Not following these instructions may cause electrical damage to the
product, accessories, or the user.
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not following these
instructions may make the product not work, cause damage to the product, or cause
harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function
correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.

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Before You Begin
FCC Statement of Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 Part B of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
RF Exposure Warning for North America and Australia
Warning! This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between
the radiator and the user. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Safety Notes
These Safety Notes include important information about installation, use, and maintenance of the
ILS Command.
■ALWAYS:
♦Connect to a grounded circuit.
♦Connect to operating voltages as specified on the product's spec sticker.
♦Disconnect from its power source during periods of inactivity.
♦Heed all restrictions and warnings on the spec sticker.
♦Mount in a location with at least 20 in (50 cm) of ventilation.
■In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.
■DO NOT:
♦Open this product or attempt any repairs. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
♦Use if the power cable is crimped or damaged.
♦Disconnect by pulling on the power cable.
♦Allow flammable materials close to the product when it is operating.
♦Block any ventilation holes/slots in the housing.
♦Connect to a dimmer or rheostat.
♦Carry the product by its power cable.
♦Operate in temperatures higher than 104°F (40°C).
♦Expose to environments that exceed the Ingress Protection (IP) rating.
♦Expose to rain or moisture.
♦Use outdoors.
♦Submerge.
♦Set this product on a flammable surface.
Keep this User Manual for future use. If the product is sold to someone else, be sure that
they also receive this document.

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Introduction
ILS Command User Manual Rev. 1
2. Introduction
Product Overview
Product Dimensions
WARNING! DO NOT plug anything other than a USB drive into the USB type B port. Doing
so may cause damage to the product.
LCD
display
USB type C
Power in: 5VDC
USB type B
Firmware
update port
Feet for surface
mounting (x4)
ILS out
3.5 mm
audio in
D-Fi
transmitter
2.15 in
54.7 mm
12.3 in
313 mm
8.86 in
225 mm

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Setup
3. Setup
AC Power
The ILS Command comes with an external auto-ranging power supply which can work with an input
voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz and outputs 5 VDC.
To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current
value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart.
The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
Mounting
Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes.
Orientation
The ILS Command has 4 rubber feet for placing on a flat surface. Make sure adequate ventilation is
provided around the product.
• Always connect the product to a protected circuit (a circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure
the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or
fire.
• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
Never connect the product to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the
rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.

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Operation
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4. Operation
Control Panel Overview
Control Panel Description
Label/Color Type Function
<X>
Encoder
Press to access menu, enable the currently displayed menu, or set the
currently selected value into the selected function
Press and hold for 3 seconds to lock and unlock the ILS Command
Rotate to navigate through the menu list, to increase or decrease
numeric values in a function, and to program the pan of moving heads
for follow spot mode
<Y>
Encoder
Press to exit from the current menu or function
Press and hold for 3 seconds to lock and unlock the ILS Command
except for the <PRESET> buttons
Rotate to program the tilt of moving heads for follow spot mode
<FOLLOW SPOT> Button
Press to activate and deactivate follow spot mode
Press and hold to program follow spot mode positions, colors, and gobos
(Use the <amber>, <green>, <cyan>, and <white>buttons with the <X>
and <Y> encoders to program)
Press and hold again to finish programming, then use the <X> encoder
to save or cancel
<AUTO SPEED> Fader Adjust to set the speed of automatic/preset programs and macros
<SENSITIVITY> Fader Adjust to set the sensitivity of the microphone or aux input in sound
mode
<STROBE SPEED> Fader Adjust to set the strobe speed
<MASTER
DIMMER> Fader Adjust to set the master dimmer value
<AUTO> Button Press to activate automatic mode
<SOUND> Button Press to activate sound mode
<MASTER
STROBE> Button Press to trigger/toggle all effects to strobe
<BLINDER> Button Press to trigger/toggle blinder effect (all effects white at full output)
<FREEZE> Button Press to toggle freeze (hold all output at the current setting)
<BLACK OUT> Button Press to toggle black out

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<RED>Button
Press to toggle all output to red (color override) and to select RED on the
Color Macro Setting screen
<AMBER>Button
Press to toggle all output to amber (color override), to select AMBER on
the Color Macro Setting screen, and to select a parameter when
programming follow spot mode
<YELLOW>Button
Press to toggle all output to yellow (color override) and to select
YELLOW on the Color Macro Setting screen
<GREEN>Button
Press to toggle all output to green (color override), to select GREEN on
the Color Macro Setting screen, and to select a parameter when
programming follow spot mode
<BLUE>Button
Press to toggle all output to blue (color override) and to select BLUE on
the Color Macro Setting screen
<CYAN>Button
Press to toggle all output to cyan (color override), to select CYAN on the
Color Macro Setting screen, and to select a parameter when
programming follow spot mode
<MAG>Button
Press to toggle all output to magenta (color override) and to select MAG
on the Color Macro Setting screen
<WW>Button
Press to toggle all output to warm white (color override), to select WW on
the Color Macro Setting screen, and to select a parameter when
programming follow spot mode
<UV>Button
Press to toggle all output to ultraviolet (color override) and to select UV
on the Color Macro Setting screen
<MOVING HEAD> Button Press to activate moving heads, to set moving heads to default, and to
deactivate moving heads
<PAR> Button Press to activate par and wash effects, to set par and wash effects to
default, and to deactivate par and wash effects
<LASER> Button Press to activate laser control, to set lasers to default, and to deactivate
lasers
<STROBE EFFECT> Button Press to activate strobe effects, to set strobe effects to default, and to
deactivate strobe effects
<DERBY> Button Press to activate derby and kinta effects, to set derby and kinta effects to
default, and to deactivate derby and kinta effects
<COLOR> Button Press to cycle through colors for the associated effect
For moving heads, press and hold for color scroll
<MOVEMENT> Button Press to cycle through movement macros for moving heads
<SPEED> Button Press to cycle through speeds for the associated effect
<GOBO> Button Press to cycle through gobo effects for moving heads, or press and hold
for gobo scroll
<MACRO> Button Press to activate and cycle through macros for par and wash effects
Press and hold to select up to 4 colors for the macro effect
<PATTERN|SPEED> Button Press to cycle through patterns/speeds for lasers
<PATTERN> Button Press to cycle through patterns for strobe effects
<PRESET 1–6> Button
Press and hold to save shows to the preset slot, then use the <X>
encoder to name the preset and assign a button color
Press to activate and deactivate the preset
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Menu Map
Refer to the ILS Command product page on www.chauvetdj.com for the latest menu map.
Main Level Programming Levels Description
DFI Channel 1–16 Selects a D-Fi channel to transmit ILS
Back Light 6–100 Sets the level of the button back lights
Sound In MIC Uses the built-in microphone for sound input
AUX Uses the 3.5 mm audio in for sound input
Sound Lost
HOLD Holds last instruction when no sound input
FREEZE Freezes on current output when no sound input
BLACK Blacks out all connected products when no sound input
Par Color
Tri Sets par control to tri-color RGB
Quad Sets par control to quad-color RGBA (RGBW also
works)
Hex Sets par control to hex-color RGBAWUV
Program
Mode
SNAP Programs snap between colors
FADE Programs fade between colors
Effect Type
Spots
ON
OFF Enables or disables selected effect types
Par
Laser
Strobe effect
Derby
GO BACK Returns to main level
Blinder MOMENTARY Flashes blinders while <BLINDER> is pressed
LATCH Pressing <BLINDER> toggles blinders on and off
Strobe
MOMENTARY Products strobe while <MASTER STROBE> is pressed
LATCH Pressing <MASTER STROBE> toggles strobing on and
off
Presets Static Selected preset continues until manually stopped
Chase Play 1–20mintue Cycle through saved presets
Power Lost
BLACKOUT All products black out on ILS Command power loss
LAST SET All products continue last instruction on ILS Command
power loss
AUTO All products switch to auto on ILS Command power loss
Laser Mode
OFF Disables lasers
EU Maintains EU laser standards
US Maintains US laser standards
USB Backup/
Restore
Backup Backs up presets and settings data via USB port
Restore Restores presets and settings data via USB port
Factory reset
WARNING!
This will permanently erase
all data. To continue, hold
BLACKOUT and PRESET4
for 5 seconds
Resets the ILS Command to factory defaults
CANCEL
System
Update
NO Updates the ILS Command firmware via the USB port
YES

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Home Screen
The home screen of the ILS Command displays the current operating modes of each effect type and the
current master settings.
Effect Operating Mode
The left side of the home screen displays the operating modes of each effect type.
Master Settings
The top row and right side of the home screen displays the current master settings.
•MIC or AUX: displays the audio input source.
•DFI-__: displays the D-Fi transmitter channel.
•DIMMER: displays the master dimmer value.
•STROBE: displays the master strobe value.
•AUTO or SOUND: displays the selected program type.
•SPEED: displays the current automatic program speed.
•SENSITIVITY: displays the current sound sensitivity.
Overrides
When an override setting, such as Blinder, Freeze, Blackout, Follow Spot Mode, a Color Override, or a
Preset is active, a banner will show on the display with the current override.
Icon Product Type
Moving heads
Par and wash effects
Lasers
Strobe effects
Derby and kinta effects

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Configuration (Settings)
Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
Press the <Y> encoder to return to the previous menu level or the home screen.
D-Fi Configuration
To select on which D-Fi channel the ILS Command will transmit, do the following:
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select DFI Channel.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from 1–16.
5. Press the <X> encoder.
Back Light
To set the brightness of the button back lights, follow the instructions below.
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Back Light.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to increase or decrease the brightness, from 6–100.
5. Press the <X> encoder.
Sound Input
To select the source for sound input, do the following:
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Sound In.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from MIC (microphone) or AUX (3.5 mm audio in).
5. Press the <X> encoder.
Sound Loss
To select what the ILS Command in sound mode does without sound input, follow the instructions below.
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Sound Lost.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from HOLD (continues the last instruction), FREEZE
(freezes at current output), or BLACK (blacks out all connected products).
5. Press the <X> encoder.
Par Color
To select the number of colors available to all connected par and wash effects, do the following:
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Par Color.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from Tri (red, green, and blue), Quad (red, green, blue,
and amber or white), or Hex (red, green, blue, amber, white, and ultraviolet).
5. Press the <X> encoder.
Program Mode
To select between snapping programs and fading programs, follow the instructions below.
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Program Mode.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from SNAP or FADE.
5. Press the <X> encoder.
Caution: D-Fi 2.4 GHz operation can be interrupted or inhibited by obstructions between
the transmitter and receiver such as structures or people. For best results, keep the line of
sight clear.

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Effect Type
To enable or disable effect types, do the following:
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Effect Type.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from Spots, Par, Laser, Strobe effect, Derby, or GO
BACK (to return to the main level).
5. Press the <X> encoder.
6. Select from ON or OFF.
7. Press the <X> encoder.
Blinder Mode
To set whether the <BLINDER> button will toggle the blinders or activate them only while the button is
pressed, follow the instructions below.
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Blinder.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from MOMENTARY (blinders on while button is
pressed) or LATCH (button toggles blinders).
5. Press the <X> encoder.
Strobe Mode
To set whether the <MASTER STROBE> button will toggle the master strobe or activate it only while the
button is pressed, follow the instructions below.
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Strobe.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from MOMENTARY (master strobe on while button is
pressed) or LATCH (button toggles master strobe).
5. Press the <X> encoder.
Presets Playback Mode
To set whether a selected preset will continue until manually stopped, or to set an interval at which the
presets will cycle, do the following:
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Presets.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from Static (selected preset will continue until manually
stopped) or Chase Play (presets will cycle, started with the selected preset).
5. Press the <X> encoder.
6. For Chase Play, turn the <X> encoder left or right to increase or decrease the cycle interval, from
1–20mintue (1–20 minutes).
7. Press the <X> encoder.
Power Loss
To select what connected products will do if the ILS Command loses power, follow the instructions below.
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Power Lost.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from BLACKOUT (blacks out all connected products),
LAST SET (continues the last instruction), or AUTO (all connected products switch to auto).
5. Press the <X> encoder.

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Laser Mode
To set connected lasers to US standards, EU standards, or to disable them completely, do the following:
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Laser Mode.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from OFF (disables lasers), EU (maintains European
Union standards), or US (maintains United States standards).
5. Press the <X> encoder.
USB Backup or Restore
To backup or restore data via the USB type A port, follow the instructions below.
1. Plug a USB drive into the USB type A port.
2. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
3. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select USB Backup/Restore.
4. Press the <X> encoder.
5. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from Backup (backup file will upload via USB) or
Restore (existing backup file will download via USB).
6. Press the <X> encoder.
Factory Reset
To reset the ILS Command to factory default settings, do the following:
1. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
2. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select Factory reset.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Press and hold <BLACKOUT> and <PRESET 4> for 5 seconds to reset, or to cancel, turn the <X>
encoder to select CANCEL and press the <X> encoder.
System Update
To update the ILS Command via the USB type A port, follow the instructions below.
1. Download the latest firmware update for the ILS Command from www.chauvetdj.com and place
the file on a USB drive.
2. Press the <X> encoder to access the menu.
3. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select System Update.
4. Press the <X> encoder.
5. Turn the <X> encoder left or right to select from NO or YES.
6. Press the <X> encoder. The product will reset and enter upload mode.
7. Plug the USB drive with the firmware update file into the USB type A port. The ILS Command will
automatically find the firmware update file and apply it.
8. The ILS Command will reset automatically. The new firmware version will show on the display
during startup.
9. When the ILS Command has finished restarting, it is safe to remove the USB drive.

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Configuration (ILS)
The ILS Command controls each connected effect via ILS instructions configured by the control panel.
Master Controls
The master controls affect all connected products and effects.
Automatic or Sound-Activated Mode
To set the operating mode to automatic, press <AUTO>. Upon activation or cycling through options, the
default mode for each effect type becomes AUTO.
• Control the automatic program speed by adjusting the <SPEED> fader directly above the <AUTO>
button, from 0–99.
To set the operating mode to sound-activated, press <SOUND>. Upon activation or cycling through
options, the default mode for each effect type becomes SOUND.
• Control the sound sensitivity by adjusting the <SENSITIVITY> fader directly above the <SOUND>
button, from 0–99.
Master Strobe
The <MASTER STROBE> button can trigger momentary strobing of all effects while pressed, or toggle
strobing on and off. To select which one, see Strobe Mode.
• Control the master strobe speed by adjusting the <SPEED> fader directly above the <MASTER
STROBE> button, from 0–255.
Master Dimmer
Control the brightness of all connected effects by adjusting the <MASTER DIMMER> fader, from 0–255.
Blinder
The blinder effect sets all effects to white at full output.
•The<BLINDER> button can momentarily trigger the blinder effect while pressed, or toggle the
blinder effect on and off. To select which one, see Blinder Mode.
Freeze
The <FREEZE> button freezes all output on the current look until it is pressed again.
Blackout
The <BLACK OUT> button blacks out all connected products until it is pressed again.
Color Override
The unlabeled color override buttons can be identified by the color of each button’s back light.
• Pressing a color override button sets all connected effects to the selected color.
• Press the currently selected color override button to disable color override.
• When programming Follow Spot Mode, use the <Amber>, <Green>, <Cyan>, and <White>buttons
to select which parameter to configure.
The ILS Command will only respond to low frequencies of music (bass and drums).

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Effect Type Controls
Each effect type has a dedicated button and associated control buttons. Press a dedicated button to
activate, reset to default (AUTO or SOUND) if in another mode, or deactivate that effect type.
The color of the effect button back light indicates the status of that effect type:
• Red: inactive
• Green: active, in default mode (AUTO or SOUND)
• Yellow: active, not in default mode
Moving Head
Press <MOVING HEAD> to activate connected moving heads.
While moving heads are active, press the associated:
•<COLOR> button to cycle through WHITE, RED, AMBER, YELLOW, GREEN, BLUE, WW (warm
white), CYAN, MAG (magenta), and either the default mode (AUTO or SOUND) or the most recent
set movement or gobo setting.
Press and hold <COLOR> for color scroll (will show as SCROLL).
•<MOVEMENT> button to cycle through MOVE 1–7 (movement macros), MANUAL (control pan and
tilt with the <X> and <Y> encoders), and either the default mode (AUTO or SOUND) or the most
recent color or gobo setting.
•<SPEED> button to cycle through SPEED 1–10 (the default speed is SPEED 9).
•<GOBO> button to cycle through GOBO 1–10 and either the default mode (AUTO or SOUND) or
the most recent color or movement setting.
Press and hold <GOBO> for gobo scroll (will show as RAINBOW).
While not in the default mode (AUTO or SOUND), press <MOVING HEAD> to return to the default mode.
While in the default mode, press <MOVING HEAD> to deactivate connected moving heads.
Par
Press <PAR> to activate connected par and wash effects.
While pars are active, press the associated:
•<COLOR> button to cycle through the following options (per Par Color mode):
Key: R: red, G: green, B: blue, A: amber (also white in Quad mode), W: white, UV: ultraviolet.
•InHex mode: RED, GREEN, BLUE, AMBER, WHITE, UV, RG, RB, RA, RW, RUV, GB, GA,
GW, GUV, BA, BW, BUV, AW, AUV, WUV, RGB, RGA, RGW, RGUV, RBA, RBW, RBUV, RAW,
RAUV, RWUV, GBA, GBW, GBUV, GAW, GAUV, GWUV, BAW, BAUV, BWUV, AWUV,
RGBA,
RGBW, RGBUV, RGAW, RGAUV, RGWUV, RBAW, RBAUV, RBWUV, RAWUV, GBAW,
GBAUV, GBWUV, GAWUV, BAWUV, RGBAW, RGBAUV, RGBWUV, RGAWUV, RBAWUV,
GBAWUV, RGBAWUV, and the default mode (AUTO or SOUND).
•InQuad mode: RED, GREEN, BLUE, AMBER (white for RGBW products), RG, RB, RA, GB,
GA, BA, RGB, RGA, RBA, GBA, RGBA, and the default mode (AUTO or SOUND).
•InTri mode: RED, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW, MAG (magenta), CYAN, WHITE, and the default
mode (AUTO or SOUND).
•<MACRO> button to cycle through FADE, PULSE, SCROLL, RAINBOW, POP, ZONE, and the
default mode (AUTO or SOUND).
While not in the default mode (AUTO or SOUND), press <PAR> to return to the default mode.
While in the default mode, press <PAR> to deactivate connected par and wash effects.
Macro Color Settings
To set the colors of the color macro, do the following:
1. Activate par and wash effects.
2. Press and hold <MACRO>. The Macro Color Setting screen will show on the display.
3. Turn the <X> encoder to select which color to edit, from Color 1–4.
4. Press the color override button for the desired color, from RED, AMBER, YELLOW, GREEN,
BLUE, CYAN, MAG (magenta), WW (warm white), and UV.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the macro is set as desired.
6. Press and hold <MACRO> to return to the home screen. The product will automatically return to
the home screen after 30 seconds of inactivity.

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Operation
Laser
Press <LASER> to activate connected lasers.
While lasers are active, press the associated:
•<COLOR> button to cycle through RED, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW, MAG (magenta), CYAN,
WHITE, and either the default mode (AUTO or SOUND) or the most recent set pattern.
•<PATTERN|SPEED> button to cycle through PATTE 1–32 and either the default mode (AUTO or
SOUND) or the most recent set color.
While not in the default mode (AUTO or SOUND), press <LASER> to return to the default mode.
While in the default mode, press <LASER> to deactivate connected lasers.
Strobe Effect
Press <STROBE EFFECT> to activate connected strobe effects.
While strobe effects are active, press the associated:
•<SPEED> button to cycle through SPEED 1–10 (the default speed is SPEED 9).
•<PATTERN> button to cycle through PATTE 1–10 and the default mode (AUTO or SOUND).
While not in the default mode (AUTO or SOUND), press <STROBE EFFECT> to return to the default
mode.
While in the default mode, press <STROBE EFFECT> to deactivate connected strobe effects.
Derby
Press <DERBY> to activate connected derby and kinta effects.
While derby and kinta effects are active, press the associated <COLOR> button to cycle through
SCROLL, RAINBOW, RED, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW, MAG (magenta), CYAN, WHITE, and the default
mode (AUTO or SOUND).
While not in the default mode (AUTO or SOUND), press <DERBY> to return to the default mode.
While in the default mode, press <DERBY> to deactivate connected derby and kinta effects.
Follow Spot Mode
Follow spot mode sets connected moving heads to 2 custom pan, tilt, color, and gobo values.
Press <FOLLOW SPOT> to activate and deactivate follow spot mode. If not configured, follow spot mode
will not activate.
To configure follow spot mode, follow the instructions below.
1. Press and hold <FOLLOW SPOT> until the FOLLOW SPOT EDIT screen shows on the display.
2. Use the <Amber>, <Green>, <Cyan>, and <White>buttons to select which parameter to
configure.
• For either Xand Y(pan and tilt) values, use the <X> encoder to set the pan from 000–255 and
use the <Y> encoder to set the tilt from 000–255.
• For either COLOR value, use the <X> encoder to select the color from 000–008.
• For either GOBO value, use the <X> encoder to select the gobo from 000–009.
3. Use the <Amber>, <Green>, <Cyan>, and <White>buttons to select SAVE (to save these settings
to follow spot mode) or CANCEL (to return to the home screen without configuring follow spot
mode).
4. Press the <X> encoder.

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Presets
The ILS Command has 6 <PRESET> buttons which can store a show for instant playback.
In chase play mode, saved presets will cycle in numerical order. See Presets Playback Mode for more
information.
To save the current output to a preset, do the following:
1. Press and hold the desired <PRESET> button until the Presets Setting screen shows on the
display.
2. Turn the <X> encoder to select a character to edit.
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. Turn the <X> encoder to select the desired letter, number, or space.
5. Press the <X> encoder.
6. Repeat steps 2–5 until the preset is named as desired.
7. Turn the <X> encoder to select ENTER.
8. Press the <X> encoder. The Color Setting screen will show on the display.
9. Turn the <X> encoder to select the desired backlight color for the selected <PRESET> button,
from RED, AMBER, YELLOW, GREEN, BLUE, CYAN, or MAG (magenta). The backlight of the
button will flash a preview of the color.
10. Press the <X> encoder.
To update, rename/recolor, or delete a saved preset, follow the instructions below.
1. Press and hold the desired <PRESET> button until the Presets Setting screen shows on the
display.
2. Turn the <X> encoder to select from
•Edit/Update (to save the current look to the selected preset),
•Rename (to only rename or recolor the selected preset),
•Delete (to delete the selected preset), or
•Cancel (to return to the home screen without changing anything).
3. Press the <X> encoder.
4. For Edit/Update or Rename, Turn the <X> encoder to select a character to edit, or skip to step 9.
5. Press the <X> encoder.
6. Turn the <X> encoder to select the desired letter, number, or space.
7. Press the <X> encoder.
8. Repeat steps 2–5 until the preset is named as desired.
9. Turn the <X> encoder to select ENTER.
10. Press the <X> encoder. The Color Setting screen will show on the display.
11. Turn the <X> encoder to select the desired backlight color for the selected <PRESET> button,
from RED, AMBER, YELLOW, GREEN, BLUE, CYAN, or MAG (magenta). The backlight of the
button will flash a preview of the color.
12. Press the <X> encoder.
To play back a saved preset, press the desired <PRESET> button.
To stop preset playback, press the <PRESET> button for the currently active preset.

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Maintenance
5. Maintenance
Product Maintenance
Dust build-up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduction of
the light source’s life and/or mechanical wear. To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean
all lighting products at least twice a month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions
could be contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean the product, follow the instructions below:
1. Unplug the product from power.
2. Wait until the product is at room temperature.
3. Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external
surface/vents.
4. Clean all transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl
alcohol.
5. Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
6. Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the transparent surface.
7. Gently polish the transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Always dry the transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them.

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6. Technical Specifications
Dimensions and Weight
Note: Dimensions in inches are rounded.
Power
Thermal
ILS
Ordering
Length Width Height Weight
12.3 in (313 mm) 8.86 in (225 mm) 2.15 in (54.7 mm) 3.6 lb (1.6 kg)
Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection DC Input
Switching (external) 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Auto-ranging 5 V, 1 A
Power I/O U.S./Worldwide UK/Europe
Power input connector USB type C USB type C
Power supply connector USB type A USB type A
Power supply plug NEMA 1-15 (U.S.) Local Plug
Maximum External Temperature Cooling System
104 °F (40 °C) Convection
I/O Connector Operating Frequency Max Unobstructed Distance
3-pin XLR, D-Fi 2.412 to 2.484 GHz 600 ft (183 m)
Product Name Item Code UPC Number
ILS Command 10082103 781462224516