Enttec S-PLAY User manual

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S-PLAY
70092
User Manual
Record, Edit and Playback up to 32 Universes using Art-Net/sACN or 2 Universes
using the two built-in DMX ports with an all-in-one show recorder.

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Content
Safety.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Electrical safety.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
System Planning and Specification....................................................................................................................................................................................4
Protection from Injury During Installation.....................................................................................................................................................................5
Installation Safety Guidelines...............................................................................................................................................................................................5
Wiring Diagrams.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
S-PLAY to distribute DMX Output........................................................................................................................................................................................6
S-PLAY Playback to Pixel Systems.......................................................................................................................................................................................7
S-PLAY Application Diagram...................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Connection to Relays.................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Connection to Digital Inputs..................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Using Motion Sensors with the S-PLAY............................................................................................................................................................................9
Functional features........................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Overview.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Hardware features..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Overview.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
S-PLAY Connectivity..................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
LCD Menu Screen.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Controls...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Home Screen................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Playlist Menu................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Network Menu .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Utilities Menu...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Information Menu .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Flip LCD Menu..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Force Device Unlock .................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Out of the Box...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Network Discovery ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
View the S-PLAYs LCD...............................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Finding an S-PLAY’s IP Address from EMU....................................................................................................................................................................15
Changing the Network Settings..........................................................................................................................................................................................15
Web interface ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
Home................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
Cue.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
Events...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................23
Triggers........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Playlists.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Schedules ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................35
Interfaces ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39

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Storage.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................42
Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................44
User Management...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Monitor DMX Current................................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Lock Feature.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................54
Shutting down the S-PLAY ....................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Default Login and Password.................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Ports...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
XLR5 Female (DMX-512)........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
DB9 Male (RS232).......................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
GPIO................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 56
Relay................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
Servicing, Inspection & Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................................................57
Cleaning..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................57
Package Contents...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................58
Ordering Information...................................................................................................................................................................................................................58

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Safety
Ensure you are familiarized with all key information within this guide and other relevant ENTTEC
documentation before specifying, installing, or operating an ENTTEC device. If you are in any doubt about
system safety, or you plan to install ENTTEC device in a configuration that is not covered within this guide,
contact ENTTEC or your ENTTEC supplier for assistance.
ENTTEC’s return to base warranty for this product does not cover damage caused by inappropriate use,
application, or modification to the product.
Electrical safety
This product must be installed in accordance with applicable national and local electrical and
construction codes by a person familiar with the construction and operation of the product and the
hazards involved. Failure to comply with the following installation instructions may result in death or
serious injury.
Do not exceed the ratings and limitations defined in the product datasheet or this document. Exceeding
can cause damage to the device, risk of fire and electrical faults.
Ensure that no part of the installation is or can be connected to power until all connections and work
is complete.
Before applying power to your installation, ensure your installation follows the guidance within this
document. Including checking that all power distribution equipment and cables are in perfect condition
and rated for the current requirements of all connected devices and factor in overhead and verify that
it is appropriately fused and voltage is compatible.
Remove power from your installation immediately if accessories power cables or connectors is in any
way damaged, defective, shows signs of overheating or are wet.
Provide a means of locking out power to your installation for system servicing, cleaning and
maintenance. Remove power from this product when it is not in use.
Ensure your installation is protected from short circuits and overcurrent. Loose wires around this device
whilst in operation, this could result in short circuiting.
Do not over stretch cabling to the device’s connectors and ensure that cabling does not exert force on
the PCB.
Do not ‘hot swap’ or ‘hot plug’ power to the device or its accessories.
Do not connect any of this devices V- (GND) connectors to earth.
Do not connect this device to a dimmer pack or mains electricity.
System Planning and Specification
To contribute to an optimal operating temperature, where possible keep this device out of direct sunlight.
Any twisted pair, 120ohm, shielded EIA-485 cable is suitable to transmit DMX512 data to or from the DIN
ETHERGATE. The DMX cable should be suitable for EIA-485 (RS-485) with one or more low capacitance
twisted pairs, with overall braid and foil shielding. Conductors should be 24 AWG (7/0.2) or larger for
mechanical strength and to minimize volt drop on long lines.
A maximum of 32 devices should be used on a DMX line before re-generating the signal using a DMX
buffer/repeater/splitter.
Always terminate DMX chains using a 120Ohm resistor to stop signal degradation or data bounce-back.
The maximum recommended DMX cable run is 300m (984ft). ENTTEC advises against running data
cabling close to sources of electromagnetic interference (EMF) i.e., mains power cabling / air
conditioning units.
This device has an IP20 rating and is not designed to be exposed to moisture or condensing humidity.

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Ensure this device is operated within the specified ranges within its product datasheet.
Protection from Injury During Installation
Installation of this product must be performed by qualified personnel. If ever unsure always consult a
professional.
Always work with a plan of the installation that respects all system limitations as defined within this
guide and product datasheet.
Keep the S-PLAY and its accessories in its protective packaging until final installation.
Note the serial number of each S-PLAY and add it to your layout plan for future reference when servicing.
All network cabling should be terminated with an RJ45 connector in accordance with the T-568B standard.
Always use suitable personal protective equipment when installing ENTTEC products.
Once installation is completed, check that all hardware and components are securely in place and
fastened to supporting structures if applicable.
Installation Safety Guidelines
The device is convection cooled, ensure it receives sufficient airflow so heat can be dissipated.
Do not cover the device with insulating material of any kind.
Do not operate the device if the ambient temperature exceeds that stated in the device specifications.
Do not cover or enclose the device without a suitable and proven method of dissipating heat.
Do not install the device in damp or wet environments.
Do not modify the device hardware in any way.
Do not use the device if you see any signs of damage.
Do not handle the device in an energized state.
Do not crush or clamp the device during installation.
Do not pull power from the device whilst in operation.
Do not sign off a system without ensuring all cabling to the device and accessories has been
appropriately restrained, secured and is not under tension.

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Wiring Diagrams
S-PLAY to distribute DMX Output
12-24VDC
S-PLAY
Network Switch Cat5/Cat6 Cable
To DMX Fixtures
To DMX Fixtures
Cat5/Cat6 Cable
Cat5/Cat6 Cable
To DMX Fixtures
To DMX Fixtures
STORM10
(SKU 70057)
STORM10
(SKU 70057)

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S-PLAY Playback to Pixel Systems
PIXELATOR MINI
SKU: 70067
12-24VDC
12V DC 12V DC 12V DC 12V DC 12V DC 12V DC 12V DC 12V DC
S-PLAY
PIXELS
12-24V DC
Cat5/Cat6 Cable
Network Switch
Cat5/Cat6 Cable
Cat5/Cat6 Cable
PLINK INJECTOR
SKU: 5V 735846/
12-24V 73544)

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S-PLAY Application Diagram
Network Switch
12-24VDC
S-PLAY
DMX Cable
DC PSU
Pixels
Cat5/Cat6 Cable
Digital Signage
Video Cable
Digital Signage
Player
DMX
Fixtures
Sensor w/
dry contact
input
BMS Dry Contact
Relay eg. DALI
Wall
Switch
Cat5/Cat6 Cable
OCTO MK2
(SKU:71521)
Connection to Relays
The S-PLAY features relays designed for use with low power devices and to provide switching logic for
higher power contactors.
To ensure a safe installation it is imperative that the power connected to the S-PLAY relays is within their
operating limits:
The S-PLAY’s relay specifications are as follows:
To calculate to total power your circuit will pass through the relay, multiply the circuit voltage by the current
you intend to pass through it. This value must be lower than 60w.
If your application requires mains power switching or high current applications, ENTTEC recommends the
use of a DMX switch pack controlled by the S-PLAY’s DMX output or wire the S-PLAYs relay outputs to connect
to the primary coil of a DIN mount high powered relay or contactor.
Maximum Current Rating
2A
Maximum Voltage Rating
50V DC
Total switchable power of each S-PLAY relay
60W
Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
Current
1.2A
2A
2A
Voltage
50V
30V
50V
Maximum Power
60W
60W
100W

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Connection to Digital Inputs
The S-PLAY’s digital inputs detect circuit completion to the S-PLAYs ‘GND’ (V- terminal) to send triggers.
The maximum resistance of a cable that can be used to connect to a Digital Input to the S-PLAYs GND is
20 Ohms.
ENTTEC recommends a total maximum wire length of 100m. (50m total distance from the S-PLAY in a
loop).
The longer the cable, the higher it’s capacitance and likelihood of interference from EMF (Electro
Magnetic Interference).
To ensure a reliable trigger when creating a system, contact should be made for 3 seconds when
triggering a digital input.
Note: Always run digital input cabling away from mains power or high sources of EMI (i.e. air conditioning
units) to reduce interference.
If you require a remote input trigger further away from the S-PLAY than 50m, ENTTEC recommend the use
of a 3rd party GPIO interface that can communicate with the S-PLAYs other triggering methods over a
network.
Using Motion Sensors with the S-PLAY
1. Connect a dry input from sensor to Port1 (or any other port), in the GPIO trigger connector in S-PLAY.
2. Connect 0V (GND) from the S-PLAY GPI through the connector in the S-PLAY.
3. Go to web interface:
Go to Triggers.
Create a new entry.
Select Digital Input from Type
Change to Port 3 in “Ports” (or to the corresponding port
the OUT cable was connected to).
You can use the Test Trigger option to ensure
functionality.
Click on Save Trigger for it to be saved ready for use on
the Playlists page.
4. Navigate to the Playlists Page.
5. The Trigger can be selected as a ‘Start Trigger’ to commence
playback of a certain playlist and/or dragged onto the
timeline to act as a condition that must be met for playback
to continue.
CONNECTION
POWER
V+
GND GND
OUT

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Functional features
Overview
Supports Physical DMX and eDMX over Network:
▪Art-Net
▪sACN
▪DMX512-A
2 Universe DMX output or input.
Up to 32 Universe Art-Net and sACN input or output.
Create / edit DMX Scenes (static cue).
Create / edit DMX Presets (dynamic cue).
Create / edit DMX Effects (effect cue).
Preview cues being created.
Monitor the DMX values of cues being made.
Configurable output refresh rate. (Max 60FPS eDMX, 44Hz Physical).
Make playlists from DMX Presets (dynamic cue).
Make live recordings using DMX/Art-Net/sACN.
Create custom user interfaces to give end users the ability to control the system without giving full
system privileges.
Schedule playlists based on specific times, re-occurrences or sunset / sunrise.
Map different streams and protocols to different ports.
HTP merge between cues and playlists.
Fade out on Stop command.
Hold last value on pause.
Remote trigger options: RS232, UDP, OSC, Digital Input (GPI), Art-Net, sACN and DMX.
HTTP and OSC Device API.
Lock out edit functionality using a password.
Backup and restore S-PLAY state.
Synchronize several S-PLAYs when the show requires more than 32 universes.

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Hardware features
Overview
1U height – Half width
Two bi-directional 5 Pin female DMX Ports
Colour TFT LCD screen (160x128)
Navigation LCD menu buttons
1 x USB Type A port
12 to 24v DC Input (8w max power draw) – Power supplies over 5A should not be connected to the S-
PLAY.
MicroSD card storage (Class 10 40/10 Mb/s Read/write performance/format as Linus EXT TS, ie. EXT3 or
EXT4)
100 Mbps Ethernet link featuring 802.3AF PoE
4 Digital Inputs (GPIO)
2 Relay outputs (NC, NO, COM)
Solid-state design
S-PLAY Connectivity
RS232
RS232 DB9 connector capable
of transmitting or receiving
RS232 triggers.
DMX In/Out
Two bi-directional DMX ports to
record, play back or trigger
playlist using DMX.
Ethernet (100MBps)
PoE Ethernet port capable of
transmitting or receiving Art-
net, sACN, OSC, UDP. +HTTP &
OSC –Device API.
Web Interface
Use the web interface to create
playlists, record curs, apply
updates and access the full
functionality of the device.
Relay Outputs
Two relay outputs to send
trigger to 3
rd
party device.
Digital Inputs
Four digital inputs to receive
triggers from buttons, switches,
pressure sensors, etc.
User Interface
LCD Display and menu navigation button to
access playlists and device settings.
USD & Micro SD
Use a USB Drive to backup and restore files.
Select between the internal storage or
external Micro SD Card memory to expand
capacity.
DC Power Input
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LCD Menu Screen
Controls
Direction arrows: Use to navigate around menu tabs and increase or
decrease the value in each field when selected. (i.e. IP address).
Back: Use to return to the main menu from a sub-menu.
Enter: Use to select and confirm actions within a menu or sub menu.
Home Screen
The Home Screen displays the following:
Current date and time
Device IP Address & Connection Status
Device Name
Playback state
Lock Screen
Play/Pause/Stop ALL
Enable/Disable LCD backlight
Soft Shutdown Button
Playlist Menu
The Playlist Menu contains the following:
View all playlists on the S-PLAY.
Monitor playback status of all playlists.
Play, Pause and Stop each playlist.
Navigate up and down the page using the arrow keys. Press ‘enter’ to select a
playlist and once more to execute play / pause / stop commands.
Network Menu
The Network Menu allows:
DHCP to be Enabled / Disabled.
Network connection status to be monitored.
IP Address to be set.
Network Mask to be set.
Default Gateway to be set.

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Utilities Menu
The Utilities menu allows:
USB Backups to be performed.
USB Backups to be restored.
USB Firmware update.
Reset to factory defaults (see section within this manual).
To prepare a USB thumb drive for use with the S-PLAY
Erase and format the USB thumb drive to be either exFAT or NTFS then plug it into the S-PLAY. After 10
seconds, unplug it, then plug it back into your computer. if the S-PLAY has created a file called .mounted,
the S-PLAY can read your memory on it. If you're using a USB thumb drive formatted to FAT32, the S-PLAY
will only be able to write to a 4GB sector. (A limit caused by the 4GB maximum of FAT32).
To create or restore a backup you must insert a USB thumb drive of 8GB capacity or more into the S-PLAY
and ensure it is named ‘splay_backup.bak’.
The S-PLAY applies compression to all backup files. – If your S-PLAY contains large playlists and recordings
(up to 8GB in size) this process may take up to 30 minutes to complete to compress fully.
When backing up a show
Once the backup/restore process has been started, it’s possible to navigate away from the process whilst
it’s still active by pressing "enter". After this process is completed, a pop-up will appear showing a
completion message.
DO NOT remove the USB thumb drive whilst creating or restoring a backup.
When updating S-PLAY firmware using a USB thumb drive, copy the latest firmware file from the ENTTEC
website, onto the USB thumb drive and rename it to ‘firmware.bin’. Insert it into the S-PLAY and select
‘Firmware update’. Once the progress counter passes 70% the file has been copied across and validated.
Information Menu
The Information menu allows:
The IP Address to be viewed.
Firmware Version information to be viewed.
CPU temperature.
Up time (how long the S-PLAY has been powered on for) to be monitored.
Device serial number to be viewed.
Flip LCD Menu
The S-PLAY LCD buttons allow quick access to specific functions.
To flip the LCD Menu screen and arrow functions:
Press and hold the up + down buttons for 5 seconds.
Repeat this to return the menu to its normal orientation.
Note: Enter and Back buttons will remain unchanged.

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Force Device Unlock
The S-PLAY LCD buttons allow quick access to specific functions.
If your password to the S-PLAY web interface has been lost, you can force it to
unlock by doing the following:
Press and hold the Left + Down + Back buttons for 5 seconds.
Out of the Box
Out of the box, the S-PLAY is factory configured to:
DHCP – Allowing you to plug it directly into your existing router and it will receive a network address. –
If it does not receive a DHCP response it will fall back to IP: 192.168.0.10 until the network adaptor is reset
or the device is power cycled.
Output to DMX ports.
Update its internal clock based on the NTP server to update the date and time based on the selected
time zone.
To begin your installation please follow these steps:
Unpack the unit from the box. Inspect the S-PLAY for any damage that might have occurred in shipping
and verify that it looks to be in good condition before plugging it into power.
S-PLAY occupies a half width 1RU space, you will need to attach the mounting bracket kit included in
the box to use the S-PLAY within a half width rack.
Using a Cat5, Cat5e or Cat6 cable, connect the S-PLAY to an ethernet network.
If the unit is connected to a compatible PoE (IEEE 802.3aF) router or switch skip this step. Otherwise, use
the provided AC->DC power adapter to power up the unit by plugging it into your mains outlet and the
rear of the S-PLAY.
Once the unit is powered on, you will be able to see its IP address on the LCD display. The IP address
will be automatically assigned by the network, if connected to a DHCP network. If you are connected to
a static network, navigate to the devices settings to define a static IP address to allow you connect with
the unit's web interface.
Network Discovery
To configure your S-PLAY you will be required to use its web interface, to find your S-PLAYs IP Address you
can either:
View the S-PLAYs LCD
1. Ensure your S-PLAY is physically hooked up to your network (or WiFi router) using an ethernet cable –
DHCP is recommended for first time use.
2. Power up the device.
3. Monitor the LCD menu. The LCD will display the IP address in the LCD home page. If your S-PLAY’s LCD
shows ‘NO DHCP’ change it to have a static IP under the network tab S-PLAY is set to the correct IP
setting in the settings menu (either Static or DHCP) and power cycle the device.
4. Using a browser on a device within the same network range, type in the IP address shown on the LCD in
order to access the web interface to load the S-PLAY web interface. All configurations can be undertaken
using the devices web page.

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Finding an S-PLAY’s IP Address from EMU
ENTTEC provides free software (available for Windows and macOS) called EMU, that find the S-PLAY and
display its IP address.
Please follow these steps:
1. Download EMU from www.enttec.com/sku/70680.
2. S-PLAY should be connected physically by an ethernet cable either directly between the S-PLAY and the
computer or through the same physical network (or router) as the computer, on which you will run EMU.
3. Open EMU. Access the Settings in the top Right corner and go to the Output tab. Here you can ‘Rescan
for Devices’ and wait until EMU find the S-PLAY and any other supported ENTTEC device on the network.
4. Once found, select ‘S-PLAY’ and press the configuration cog to be directed to your S-PLAYs Web interface.
Note: When the S-PLAY is set to a static IP, the default gateway MUST be the same for both the S-PLAY and
your computer for EMU to discover the S-PLAY.
Changing the Network Settings
Changing the Network Settings Using LCD Interface
1. Use the up or down navigation buttons located next to the screen to move to the Network tab.
2. Toggle between DHCP and Static by pressing enter to change options.
3. Press the Enter button to select each field and confirm each field of the IP address.
4. Use the arrows to assign a value for each byte in IP; press on the right-left arrow to move in increments
of 10 or use the up-down arrow to move in increments of one.
5. Once the desired IP is set, press enter button to move to Netmask settings.
6. Use the arrows to navigate to the SET button and press Enter.
7. All network settings assigned will get saved once the OK button is selected.
Change IP Using the Web Interface
Change the Network settings between either Static or DHCP, Netmask and Gateway and input ports.
After Changing IP address, check the S-PLAY’s LCD menu to ensure it can connect to your network.
If it is set to DHCP and no IP is assigned, the S-PLAY will revert to 192.168.0.10 until it is power cycled which
activates to request another DHCP address.

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Web interface
The S-PLAY can be configured and controlled through a web browser on a computer, located on the same
Local Area Network (LAN) as the device. Either click on the configuration button within EMU or type the IP
address (e.g. 192.168.0.10) as displayed on the LCD directly into your web browser to access the web interface.
The S-PLAY’s web interface consists of the following pages:
Home
The home page presents playlists and schedules to give an overview of all playback activities going on the
S-PLAY. This page is the default landing page of the S-PLAY,
When used in combination with the lock function, the homepage can be used to present to the end users
of the system a page to view all custom interfaces, playlists and schedules:
Interfaces:
Navigate to custom interfaces
Playlists
View/Set intensity for all Playlists
Play/Pause all Playlists
Stop all Playlists
Play individual Playlist
Pause individual Playlist
Stop individual Playlist
View/Set intensity individual Playlist
View/Set progress individual Playlist
Schedules:
Activate schedules
Pause schedules
Note: Specific interfaces, schedules, playlists can be hidden from the home page by
selecting the ‘Hide from Home’ option on each of their configuration pages.

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Cue
The Cue page allows cues to be created, configured, duplicated, edited and previewed before building into
a playlist.
The S-PLAY’s Cue is based around three key types of cues that can be created by using the green icon:
Static is a cue type consisting of one lighting state of between 1 -> 32 universes containing either user
defined values. A snapshot of an incoming DMX frame (or mix of the two). This can be built into a playlist
with fade in / out times applied.
Dynamic is a recording of up to 32 universes of lighting control data. The S-PLAY provides various
methods to allow a perfect loop to be achieved when recording over a user defined time period.
Effect is a cue type capable of creating internal waves based on gradients from within the S-PLAY without
requiring a physical DMX source. Select the universe count, order and much more.
Managing Cues
Cues are laid out in a simplistic form on the Cue Library page.
All cues can be ordered by ID, Cue Name, Cue Type & Duration.
Preview, Duplicate Edit or Delete Static or Effect Cues from this view. Note that Dynamic recordings cannot
be duplicated.
Quickly turn a Cue into a Playlist:
After a cue has been created, note that editing it in the Cue Library, please note this directly overwrites
the full universe values received and extends the length of the cue if necessary.
By clicking Edit, user is allowed to modify Cue name, active universes and channels after the cue is
created.
If you wish to subtract elements from an Effect or dynamic recording (i.e. shorten the length of a
dynamic cue), this cannot be done using the edit function. Clear the scene and start again with a new
cue.
Multiple cues can be previewed simultaneously when pressing the PREVIEW buttons in the list
(actively playing cues will have green PREVIEW buttons). To stop previewing, click on the green
PREVIEW button.
Note: Once a cue is selected to be edited, the S-PLAY will internally trigger the Stop All command to stop
all playback on the S-PLAY to stop overlapping.

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Static Scenes
When creating a Static Cue, press the green icon and select Static as the cue type to open the Static cue
editor window:
1. Firstly, provide a cue name to aid identification.
2. If you wish to view the output live, press the preview button at the top left of the interface.
DMX Snapshot
To capture a DMX Snapshot, define the protocol and quantity of external universes you want to include
within the snapshot. (set all external universe numbers to be identical if you want to mirror the same
external Art-Net / sACN source to all internal universes). – If universes are selected that do not receive data,
they will be recorded as having channel levels of “0” and included in the snapshot. Button to
activate/deactivate all universes is on the left. Holding Shift + Left Click on individual universe checkboxes
provide range editing.
It’s possible to record up to the following number of channels for each protocol:
DMX (up to 2 Universes / 1024 Channels).
Art-Net (up to 32 Universes / 16,384 Channels).
sACN (up to 32 Universes / 16,384 Channels).
Once the option for capturing is selected (either manually defined or a live snapshot), press on the ‘DMX
Snapshot’ button to take a snapshot of your input.
When the state you require has been created press ‘SET DMX’ for the values to be populated in the channel
grid of each universe.

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Static Cue Creation
Values can be modified and previewed with or without a DMX snapshot.
Use the S-PLAY’s inbuilt editor to create lighting states, either by modifying the DMX values grid, or by using
the tools provided at the top of the interface.
Select the universes you want to effect, then set a channel range you wish to modify.
Next, define channel values. If setting single channel or dimmer fixtures, select “All/W” for single channel
control.
Note: Values are applied to all selected S-PLAY universes when ‘SET DMX’ is pressed.
Toggle All Inputs: Selects/Deselects all input universes.
Preview: Observe the contents of the Cue. This will stop all other S-PLAY playbacks.
Stop Preview: Stop output of captured data through DMX ports.
Save: Used to save the cue.
Close: Close edit window without saving.

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Dynamic Cue Creation
Dynamic Cues are recordings that allow DMX/ Art-Net/ sACN streams to be recorded and integrated into a
show. When creating a Dynamic Cue, press the green icon and select Dynamic as the cue type:
1. Provide a cue name to aid identification.
2. Select one of the following options for data capture:
a. DMX (up to 2 Universes / 1024 Channels)
b. Art-Net (up to 32 Universes / 16,384 Channels)
c. sACN (up to 32 Universes / 16,384 Channels)
3. Define a Recording Trigger to stop and start the recording to precisely using a remote trigger to capture
a show.
a. OSC, UDP, RS232 triggers start on message received and stop when same message received again.
b. Art-Net, sACN, DMX triggers start when receive value above or equal ‘Trigger Level’ and stop on
value below.
c. Digital Input when configured as ‘Activate on Break’ - starts on break and stops on make, other
way round on ‘Activate on Make’).