Philips iPlayer 3 User manual

iPlayer 3
User Guide

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Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome to iPlayer 3 4
Key Features 4
About ColorPlay 3 5
About this Guide 5
Chapter 2: Installation
iPlayer 3 Installation 6
Step 1: Confirm all components received 6
Step 2: Prepare for the Installation 7
Step 3: Install mounting bracket 8
Step 4: Attach the power cable 10
Step 5: Install ColorPlay 3 Software 10
System Requirements 10
Windows®Installation 11
Mac OS Installation 11
Step 6: Connect computer with USB cable 11
Step 7: Attach external show selection
devices as required 12
Connect a Controller Keypad 12
Connect an AuxBox 12
Step 8: Connect lighting systems with RJ-45
data cable 13
Step 9: Create and download light shows
via ColorPlay 3 13
iPlayer 3 Hardware Features 14
LCD Screen Output 15
Run Mode 15
Configuration Mode 15
USB Mode 15
Chapter 3: Show Configuration Concepts
Overview 16
Shows 16
Effects 16
Triggers 16
Linking Multiple Shows to a Trigger 17
Alarms 17
Chapter 4: Run Mode
Overview 18
Playing Shows 18
Using Preset Buttons to Trigger Shows 18
Automating Show Playback 18
Run Mode LCD Output 19
Light Show Brightness 19
Trigger Number Message 19
Lights Off 19
LED Indicator Light 19
Chapter 6: Configuration Mode
Overview 20
Navigating Menus 20
Assigning Triggers 20
Example 1: Assigning a Preconfigured
Show to Preset Button 3 21
Example 2: Assigning a Downloaded
ColorPlay 3 Show to Preset Button 4 21
Setting an Alarm 22
Example 3: Setting Alarm Number 5 to
Activate Every Day at Sunset 22
Setup Menu 23
Example 4: Setting a DMX Address 23
Example 5: Testing a DMX Address 24
About Show Ranges 24
Info Menu 24
Chapter 7: USB Mode
Overview 26
Initiating USB Mode 26
Downloading Show Files from ColorPlay 3 26
Downloading Triggers from ColorPlay 3 27
Downloading Alarms from ColorPlay 3 27
Appendix A: Pinouts and DIP Switch Functions
Serial Port: DB9F Pinouts 28
DMX: RJ-45 Pinouts 29
iPlayer 3 DIP Switch Functions 30
Appendix B: Configuring Remote Devices
Electrical 32
Protocol 32
iPlayer 3 Commands 33
Replies from the iPlayer 3 33
Appendix C: Firmware Update Procedure
Overview 34
Determining Firmware Version 34
Firmware Update Procedure 34
Cloning and Formatting SD Memory Cards
for use in iPlayer 3 36

Appendix D: Cloning and Formatting SD Cards
Overview 36
SD Card Cloning Procedure (Windows®or
Mac OS) 36
Windows®SD Card Formatting Procedure 36
Mac OS SD Card Formatting Procedure 37
Appendix E: Configuration Menus in Detail
Configuration Menus in Detail 38
Triggers Menu 38
Trigger Number? 38
Show Type? 38
Canned Effect Types 38
Canned Effect Parameters 39
Random Color 39
File Name? 40
Test Show 40
End Behavior? 40
Show Number? 40
Transition Type? 41
Transition Time? 41
Save Changes? 41
HSB Editor 41
Alarms Menu 42
Alarm Number? 42
Alarm Days? 42
Specific Month? 42
Specific Day? 42
Alarm Type? 42
Alarm Time? 42
Sunrise of Sunset? 42
Offset Hr? 43
Offset Min? 43
Show Number? 43
Save Changes? 43
Setup Menu 44
Setup Parameters 44
Set DMX Address 45
Test DMX Address 45
Info Menu 45
Version Info 45
Memory Usage 45
Sunrise 45
Sunset 45
Index
Index 46

iPlayer 3 User Guide 4
Chapter 1
Introduction
Welcome to iPlayer 3
iPlayer®3is the compact lighting system controller from Philips Solid-State Lighting Solutions
capable of controlling up to two full DMX universes or 340 individual light addresses. Equipped
with an LCD interface for simple operation, iPlayer 3 stores and plays pre-programmed and
custom-authored light shows.
Key Features
•Packaged with ColorPlay®3light show authoring software
•Designed for use with the optional wall-mounted Controller Keypad
•Supports the optional AuxBox expansion device, which enables show triggering by a variety
of dry-contact closure devices including motion sensors, photocell applications, and more.
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To Light Universe 1
To Light Universe 2
Input from
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Input from
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OFF

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About ColorPlay 3
ColorPlay 3 light show authoring software enables you to create unique light shows, download
light show files to your iPlayer 3, and manage the files on your iPlayer 3.
Out-of-the-box, iPlayer 3 comes programmed with default, single-effect light shows designed
for quick testing of your lighting installation. ColorPlay 3 enables you to create and manage more
sophisticated shows using the following features:
•16 fully customizable effects, including a particle effect used to simulate fire, clouds, or rain
•Timeline editing with multiple tracks, enabling effect layering and unique transitions
•Effect editing both on-screen or live on a Philips Solid-State Lighting installation
•Management of multiple shows within each ColorPlay 3 project file
•Custom color palettes
ColorPlay 3 is compatible with both Microsoft Windows®and Mac OS X operating systems.
About this Guide
This user guide contains step-by-step hardware setup and mounting instructions, details about
iPlayer 3 modes and features, and reference information. The following documents are also
available to help you fully realize the potential of your iPlayer 3 and lighting installation as a
complete system:
Document Name Online Location With iPlayer 3 Packaging
iPlayer 3 Installation Instructions www.colorkinetics.com/support/ Printed booklet
iPlayer 3 Quick Start Guide www.colorkinetics.com/support/userguides Printed booklet
ColorPlay 3 User Guide www.colorkinetics.com/support/userguides PDF on software CD
Controller Keypad Product Guide www.colorkinetics.com/support/productguides
AuxBox Product Guide www.colorkinetics.com/support/productguides
iPlayer 3 SAS User Guide www.colorkinetics.com/support/userguides

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Chapter 2
Installation and Hardware Overview
iPlayer 3 Installation
Step 1: Confirm all components received
Take a moment to confirm you have received these iPlayer 3 components:
•iPlayer 3
•Mounting bracket
•Mounting bracket screws
•Power cord (North American or European)
•USB 2.0 Cable
•RJ-45 DMX 512 data cable
•ColorPlay 3 software CD
•Installation Instructions
•Quick Start Guide
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5
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USB
DMX 2
DMX 1
SERIAL 2
SERIAL 1

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Step 2: Prepare for the Installation
•Create a layout plan that starts with the locations of iPlayer 3 and all power supplies or
data enablers.
•Select a convenient but unobtrusive location for mounting the iPlayer 3 that will be accessible
to a computer via USB connection. If also installing external show selection switches such as
Controller Keypads or an AuxBox, mount iPlayer 3 in a location accessible to the maximum
serial cable length of 50 ft (15.2 m).
•Verify that the mounting location meets environmental specifications (see below).
Electrical Specifications
Power requirements: 100 – 240 VAC, 50˚/ 60˚Hz, 5W
Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature range: 14˚F to 122˚F (-10˚C to +40˚C)
Maximum 95% relative humidity

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Step 3: Install mounting bracket
Choose a method for mounting bracket installation: quick-release or secure.
Quick-release mounting method
With the release tab pointing downward, screw the mounting bracket onto a surface using
the innermost screw holes.
Slide the iPlayer 3 onto the mounting bracket until the iPlayer clicks securely into place.
PRESETS
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iPLAYER3

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Secure mounting method
Slide the iPlayer 3 onto the mounting bracket until the iPlayer 3 clicks securely into place.
Using the supplied machine screws, secure the mounting bracket to the iPlayer 3.
Using the outermost screw holes, install the mounting bracket and iPlayer 3 assembly
onto a surface. Secure with screws suitable for mounting substrate.
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Step 4: Attach the power cable
Step 5: Install ColorPlay 3 Software
System Requirements
Windows®Mac OS
Windows®2000 / XP / Vista Mac OS 10.4 or greater
512 MB RAM 512 MB RAM
60 MB free disk space 60 MB free disk space
CD-ROM or DVD drive CD-ROM or DVD drive
iPLAYER3
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4
5
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DMX 2
DMX 1
SERIAL 2
SERIAL 1

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Windows®Installation
1. Insert the ColorPlay 3 Software CD into the CD-ROM DVD drive.
2. Double-click Install ColorPlay 3.exe located in the Windows folder on the ColorPlay 3
software CD.
3. The Welcome to the ColorPlay 3 Setup Wizard window appears. Click Next to begin the
installation. After reading the license agreement, select I Agree to consent to the terms of the
license agreement, then click Next to continue.
4. When the Select Installation Folder window appears, accept the default location, or click Browse
to select a folder. Click Next to continue.
5. At the Confirm Selection window, click Next to start file installation.
6. The Installation Complete window appears. Click Close to exit the installation wizard.
Mac OS Installation
1. Insert the ColorPlay 3 Software CD into the CD-ROM / DVD drive. The ColorPlay 3 folder
icon appears on your desktop.
2. Drag the ColorPlay 3 application icon from the Mac folder on the software CD to the
Applications folder on your computer.
Step 6: Connect computer with USB cable
Note: If using Windows®, you must install ColorPlay 3 prior to connecting the iPlayer 3
to your PC. ColorPlay 3 installs the device drivers required for USB connectivity.
iPLAYER 3
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Step 7: Attach external show selection devices as required
Connect a Controller Keypad
1. Unplug the power cord from iPlayer 3.
2. Connect the cable end with the 4-pin leads into the back of the Controller Keypad.
3. Connect the cable end with the DB9 cable connector to serial port 1 or 2 on iPlayer 3.
4. As needed, set the Range switch position on the back of the keypad. By default, switch
position 0 (zero) sets the keypad to trigger shows 1-8 (see About Show Ranges on page 24 for
an overview of trigger ranges).
5. Reconnect the power cord to iPlayer 3.
Connect an AuxBox
1. Unplug the power cord from iPlayer 3.
2. Connect the female end of the serial cable to the AuxBox serial port.
3. Connect the male end with of the serial cable to serial port 1 or 2 on iPlayer 3.
4. As needed, set the Range switch position on the front of the AuxBox. By default, switch
position 0 (zero) sets the AuxBox to trigger shows 1-8.
5. Connect each external triggering device’s two-wire cable to a terminal pair on the AuxBox.
6. Connect the 24 VDC power cable to the 24 VDC terminals on the AuxBox, then plug it in.
7. Reconnect the power cord to iPlayer 3.
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Input from
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Input from
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Step 8: Connect lighting systems with RJ-45 data cable
DMX output port 1 manages light universe 1 (light addresses 1-170)
DMX output port 2 managed light universe 2 (light addresses 1-170)
Step 9: Create and download light shows via ColorPlay 3
iPLAYER 3
PRESETS
45
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3
2

POWER
USB
To Light Universe 1
To Light Universe 2
ColorPlay 3 Effects Palette

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iPlayer 3 Hardware Features
The iPlayer 3 has the following hardware features:
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Config mode
Show type? <
downloaded show
Current mode and information
Displays the color appearing on
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ght address 1 (DMX output port 1)
Adjust brightness level
Change mode
Navigate menus
Pause / resume show
Cancel menu action
Select a trigger for show playback
Access panel for SD memory card
and configuration DIP switches
Power inlet
Serial port 1
Serial port 2
DMX output port 1
DMX output port 2
Activity LEDs
USB 2.0 port

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LCD Screen Output
iPlayer 3 has three modes of operation. The LCD screen displays the currently active mode:
Run Mode
Run mode launches automatically when you power ON the iPlayer 3. In Run mode, by default,
iPlayer 3 triggers the show assigned to Preset . You can manually trigger other shows by
pressing Presets through on the iPlayer 3 faceplate or keys 1-8 on a Controller Keypad.
Setting alarms enables you to automate show triggers by time, day of the week, or an
astronomical event such as sunset.
Configuration Mode
Configuration Mode provides an onboard menu system enabling you to configure triggers, set
alarms, perform device setup, and view device information.
USB Mode
USB mode enables you to transfer shows, triggers, and alarms from a PC or Mac running ColorPlay 3
to iPlayer 3.
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RUN Mode
Show 1 >
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Config mode
Show type? <
downloaded show
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USB

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Chapter 3
Show Configuration Concepts
Overview
Understanding iPlayer 3 show configuration terminology and concepts will help you in the
upcoming chapters.
Shows
Shows contain visual effects and the parameters associated with those effects. iPlayer 3 can
display two types of shows:
•Preconfigured shows stored and configured on iPlayer 3
•Custom shows created and downloaded from ColorPlay 3
Effects
Visual effects range in complexity from a fixed color display to multi-color animations. Each
effect has multiple customizable parameters such as start color, end color, and fade time.
•There are seven effect types available when setting up iPlayer 3 preconfigured shows.
•You can work with 16 effect types when creating ColorPlay 3 custom shows.
Triggers
Triggers specify show playback behaviors—for example, what happens at the end of a show or
how to transition to the next show. To be played back, therefore, you must associate each show
with a trigger.
Triggers are numbered 0-255 and associate show files with the following:
•End Behavior: Fade to black, loop, or jump to another trigger.
•Transition Type: Snap (no transition to next show), fade out-and-in, or cross fade (morph
with next show).
Pressing a Preset button on the iPlayer 3 faceplate, triggers a show. For example, pressing ,
activates trigger 1, which launches the show and the playback behaviors associated with it.

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Linking Multiple Shows to a Trigger
Because show files do not specify playback behaviors, you can assign more than one show to a
single trigger. When creating the trigger, selecting the jump to another trigger end behavior
links a second show to the first. If you select the jump to another trigger end behavior for
the second show, you can link a third show, and so on.
Alarms
Alarms automatically activate triggers. You can manually activate a trigger by pressing a Preset
button on the iPlayer 3 faceplate, pressing a button on a Controller Keypad, or by tripping a
remote triggering device connected to an AuxBox. With an alarm, you can automatically activate
a trigger based on a specific date, day of the week, weekdays, weekends, or an astronomical
event (sunrise or sunset).
When you create an alarm, you associate the alarm with a trigger number. You can then specify
alarm parameters, either a clock time or an astronomical event. For example, you can create an
alarm that automatically activates trigger 3 every weekday at 7 am.

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Chapter 4
Run Mode
Overview
Run Mode is the default iPlayer 3 playback mode and automatically launches when you power on
the iPlayer 3 controller. The iPlayer 3 must be in Run Mode for you to manually trigger shows or
use automatic playback alarms. Run Mode is suspended when you enter USB Mode or
Configuration Mode.
Playing Shows
Using Preset Buttons to Trigger Shows
There are five Preset buttons located on the faceplate of the iPlayer 3. Each button triggers
a show:
•When you power on the iPlayer 3 or exit from USB Mode, iPlayer 3 automatically begins playing
the show triggered by Preset .
•To trigger another show, press another Preset button, through .
If you have an optional Controller Keypad connected to your iPlayer 3, you can assign show
triggers to keypad buttons 1 through 8. Likewise, if you have an AuxBox connected, you can
assign triggers to up to eight remote triggering devices.
Automating Show Playback
When using alarms, you do not have to manually press a Preset button or keypad button to
trigger show playback. Alarms automatically set off triggers based on settings such as time of day
or an astronomical event such as sunset. You can configure up to 15 alarms on iPlayer 3.

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Run Mode LCD Output
The iPlayer 3 LCD displays the following information during Run Mode:
Light Show Brightness
Using the and buttons, you can set the overall brightness level of lights in a show during
playback. The B number displayed on the LCD reflects the brightness level you set, between 0%
and 100%.
Trigger Number Message
The LCD displays the current show (trigger) number during playback. If you have not associated
a trigger with a Preset button, the LCD displays an
EMPTY message when you press that Preset
button.
Lights Off
You can pause Run Mode and show playback at any time by pressing the button. The LCD
displays a LIGHTS OFF message and the connected lights turn black until you either:
•Press the button a second time to resume Run Mode
•Press a Preset button to start the selected show from the beginning
LED Indicator Light
The LED indicator light, located to the right of the LCD screen, is active when a show is
playing. It shows the color currently displayed on the fixture assigned to light address 1
on DMX output port 1.
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