Coemar 12 plus User manual

manual system 12 plus
manuale
di istruzioni
intructions
manual
1^ edizione, luglio 1998
1st edition, july 1998

Index
1. General characteristics
2. Controller elements and functions
3. DMX 512 signal connection
4. DMX address setting (installer option only)
4.1. addressing via dip-switches
4.2. addressing via a digital display
5. Power supply
6. Powering up
7.Connecting audio input and adjusting sensitivity
7.1 Adjusting input sensitivity
8. Manual operation
8.1. Adjusting output levels
8.2. Timed A/B crossfades
8.3. Flash buttons
9. Using pre-programmed effects
9.1. Single zone effects generator
9.2. Multi zone effects generator
9.3. Outputting an effect
9.4. Effects generator advanced functions
10.DMX patch
10.1. Viewing DMX channel assignments (patch)
10.2. Altering DMX channel assignments (patch)
11.Controlling the strobe effect of a motorised projetor
11.1. Zone 1 (sliders 1 to 6)
11.2. Zone 2 (sliders 7 to 12)
12.Controlling colour selection in a motorised projector
13.Manual system 12 plus as a controller for:
13.1. tas colore a.t.
13.2. tas colore fresnel and VersìColore
13.3. tas VersìColore
14.Dip-Switches
15.Technical characteristics
Authorised sevice centres worldwide

1. General characteristics
Manual controls:
•ON/OFF switch at rear
•2presets with 12 channels on each
• 12 channel flash buttons
•2master preset sliders
•Aand B flash masters
• variable time delay on the master preset
•crossfade ability
• individual channel output level leds
• individual channel preview leds
•flash buttons can be inhibited
•72 channels of DMX patching
•patch states can be locked
• indicators for: • power on
•DMX 512 output
• correct audio input level
•patch activated
• channels can be set to swtich only for motorised or strobe effects
•flash buttons disenabled
Effects generated:
•1master effects slider
• 2 buttons for manual advancing of sequential/chase effects
• Four 4 channel chase effects (single zone)
• Eight 6 channel chase effects (single zone)
• Twelve 12 channel chase effects (multi zone)
• variable program step speeds
• chases can be stepped in sound-to-light mode, manually, at variable speed or crossfaded
•super auto function for completely automated light shows in the absence of an operator
• output monitoring
tas Colore dedicated effects:
• sound-to-light selection mode or random selection mode for colours
• 2 sliders assignable to a single DMX channel, particularly useful for control over frost, and colour selection
•1master slider for strobe effect

flash flash color-1+1
random music
trigger
full manual crossfade audio
78 9 10 11 12
output 123456
100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
123456 789101112
10 20 30 40 50 60
100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
90
100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60
70 80 90
crossfade full super auto standby audio manual direct
mode/
transfer
crossfade full super auto standby audio manual direct
mode/
transfer
100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60
70 80 90
100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
output
123456 789101112
flash master
100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70
80
90
18
70 90 108 126
144
162
180
200
0
54
18
36
70 90 108 126
144
162
180
200
0
54
36
delay time(sec.)
master Bmaster A
manual system 12 plus DMX 512
effects
generator
frost strobe color
mode
transfer
selector
clear all super auto multi zone preview
preview
dmx patch
effects
DMX 512 out audio in +20 V DC
flash inhibit
DMX patch strobe setting
single zone
speed
preset A
preset B
preset A
preset B

2. Control panel functions
Useful sliders for assigning of particular channels, such as motorised projectors, parti-
cularly useful for the control of frost filters and colourchange channels.
frost and color sliders
Generates an automatic change in the output level of the channels assigned via the
DMX patch function to the color slider.
The effect can be in a random mode or in sound-to-light (music) mode
Also allows in patch mode the assigning of any channel to the color slider, activa-
tion is indicated by the switching on of the led.
color button
Steps through the effect generated in manual mode, also allow, in patch mode,
the assigning of channels to the frost and strobo sliders, their activation is indica-
ted by the switching on of their respective leds.
+1 -1 buttons
Display the assignments of the dmx channels in the DMX patch function.
DMX patch leds
Combined with the transfer button, it activates the programs created by the
effects generator; the two buttons must be pressed simultaneously
It also allows the manner in which the effect steps to be altered
full: 2 states, on and off
crossfade: fade out/in effect
audio: sound-to-light, able to be used with full and crossfade.
manual: manual, able to be used with full and crossfade, activated by +1 or -1.
direct: direct transfer from the effects generator
standby: halts the current effect being transferred until mode/transfer is pressed
again.
mode/transfer button
A general master over the effects generated and output.
effects slider
In combination the mode/transfer buttons activates the programs created by the
effects generator; the two buttons must be pressed simultaneously
transfer button
Monitors the effects generated, allows preview monitoring prior to live action.
Displays the channel assignments created in DMX patch.
preview leds
Selects the various operating modes for selected programs
full: 2 states, on and off
crossfade: fade out/in effect
audio: sound-to-light, able to be used with full and crossfade.
manual: manual, able to be used with full and crossfade, activated by +1 or -1.
trigger button
Adjusts the step speed in programs
speed potentiometer
Allows the selection of 4, 6or 12 channel programs
rotating selector
switch
Sets various parameter functions in effects generator:
single zone: the effects generator (selector) indicates 4 or 6 channel chases
multi zone: the effects generator (selector) indicates 12 channel chases
super auto: the effects generator indicates programs being run automatically
preview: displays via the preview leds the output states
clear all: interupts all program creation or outputs
mode button
Monitor channel output levels and also dmx channel assignments in the DMX
patch function.
output leds
Allows all 12 channels to be flashed to the maximum level determined by presets A
and B, overriding the levels set by the master A and Bsliders. Also allows the
checking of individual channels in the DMX patch function.
flash master buttons
Allows individual channels to be flashed at full, irrespective of any preset level.
flash button
Allows an automatic time delay to be assigned to the master preset; even in cros-
sfades
delay time
potentiometer
Controls the overall output level dictated by the preset A and preset B sliders
master A/B slider
Controls the overall output level on each channel in preset B
preset B slider
Controls the overall output level on each channel in preset A.
preset A slider
Powers up the manual system 12 plus.
power button

DMX 512 out: indicates that DMX 512 is being ouput
audio in: audio input signal monitor
+ 20 V DC: indicates power supply presence
flash inhibit: flash buttons are disenabled
DMX patch: patch is activated
strobe setting: motorised fitting’s strobe channel facility is activated
function leds
Useful sliders for assigning of particular channels, such as motorised projectors, parti-
cularly useful for the control of strobes. The slider is automatically assigned when the
dip-switches strobo 1/6 and 7/12 are set. It will trigger the strobe effect on these
particular effects.
TECHNICAL NOTE: the strobing function is active in the range 150 to 245 on any
dimmer channel, which will operate normally in the range 0 to 125.
strobe slider

3. DMX 512 signal connection
manual system 12 plus outputs via an XLR 5, 72 channels of DMX 512; varying the output via the sliders and com-
mand buttons from 0 to 255, according to the international standards for digital distribution of DMX 512, as regulated by
the USITT (U.S Intitute of Theatre Technology)
All equipment which accepts this digital control signal is controllable via the manual system 12 plus.
Connection between the manual system 12 plus and any DMX 512 conforms to this standard:
Output via the XLR5 outlet on the manual system 12 plus:
Pin 1= Ground (GND)
Pin 2= DATA -
Pin 3= DATA +
Pin 4= Optional -
Pin 5= Optional +
If cabling and connection components are required, they can be manufactured from the following coemar components:
ME 1344 (XLR 3 plug)
ME 1230 (XLR 3 socket)
ME 4966 (XLR 5 plug)
ME 4965 (XLR 5 socket)
CV 4158 (2 core, screened Ø 0,5 cable, per metre)
Connection should be via 2 core screened cable which meets the above mentioned standards.
Screening should always be connected to pin 1 of the XLR and should be totally insulated from the metal housing, polarity
should be maintained.
An example of DMX 512 connection:
If the equipment receiving the DMX 512 signal from the manual system 12 plus uses an XLR 3 connector, simply leave
pins 4 and 5 unconnected, this being internationally acceptable in a DMX 512 control system.
All DMX 512 controlled equipment, whether dimmers or motorised projectors, require the correct DMX address to be set
on them in order to operate via the manual system 12 plus.
Consult your respective equipment’s manuals for instructions in setting DMX 512 addresses.

4. DMX address setting (installer option only)
The manual system 12 plus outputs only DMX digital control signal.
manual system 12 plus outputs 72 channels of DMX 512, assignable to the controllers on the front panel via the
DMX patch.
The controller is normally sold in a standard configuration whereby DMX channels from 1to 12 are controlled from sliders
1to 12, any alteration to this setting will result in the DMX patch led being set to on.
This assigning of channels 1through 12 is repeated identically for channels 13 to 72. If you wish to alter the setting, you
will need to utilise the DMX 512 patch function, which is explained in detail in section 10 of this manual.
Prior to being operated, the unit being controlled will need to be set to the address DMX 1 to respond correctly to the first
12 channels being output by the manual system 12 plus.
Depending upon the number of channels being used by this first device, subsequent DMX addresses should be set in multi-
ples of 3, 468or 12.
The following two examples will provide an indication of how the user may set the address for particular fixtures using
either a digital display or dip-switches.
4.1. Addressing via dip-switches
Respective dip-switches have a unique numerical value, you will need to set to ON only the switch which has the value 1
(for address DMX 1) to ensure correct communication between fixture and the first channel of DMX 512.
Depending upon the number of DMX channels required, subsequent settings should be multiples of 3, 4, 6, 8, or 12.
The following diagram shows that only dip-switch number 1should be switched to on.
Multiple dimmer racks or fixtures can be controlled in parallel, for further information, refer to the unit’s respective manuals.
4.2. Addressing via a digital display
The first fixture should be addressed as DMX number 1.
Depending upon the number of DMX channels required, subsequent settings should be multiples of 3, 4, 6, 8, or 12.
The following diagram shows a connection between a manual system 12 plus controlled and a coemar DIGIfactor
12 ch dimmer rack.
Multiple dimmer racks or fixtures can be controlled in parallel, for further information, refer to the unit’s respective manuals.
After connection to the DIGIfactor 12 ch:
1- Press the +or -buttons until the display shows DMX A001, the display panel characters will flash to indicate the
address has not been recorded.
2- Press the enter button to confirm your selection; the display panel characters will cease flashing and the dimmer will
now respond to DMX channel 1.
function display
menu
+- enter
dip-switch
256
128
64
32
16
8
4
2
1
on

5. Power supply
To power up the manual system 12 plus connect a +20V DC power supply to the socket at the rear of the controller
(minimum amperage 400 mA.)
The power supply’s plug should be compatible with the socket at the rear of the manual system 12 plus:
Power supply plug dimensions: Ø internal 2,1mm, Ø external 5,5mm.
When connecting to a 230V 50/60 Hz outlet, we recommend the use of a coemar power supply, available from our distri-
butors as item code:
FO644/2 (for mains power 230V 50/60Hz)
Power supply
requirements:
Tensione di
alimentazione:
+20v DC only,
400 mA min.
power
ON
+20V DC

6. Powering up
After having connected the correct power supply to the manual system 12 plus, as described in section 5, power the
controller up by switching the power button at the rear of the unit to the ON position.
The +20 V DC led will come on to indicate that the manual system 12 plus has been powered up correctly.
DMX 512 out
audio in
+20 V DC
flash inhibit
DMX patch
strobe setting