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.
iPLA
YER 3
PRESETS
45
X
3
2
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POWER
USB
INPUTS
SERIAL POR
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24 VDC
+ / -
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2
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56
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AUXBO
X
To Light Universe 1
To Light Universe 2
Input from
ColorPlay 3
Software
Input from
AuxBox
Input from
Controller
Keypad
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
iPLA
YER3
PHILIPS
PRESETS
2
1
3
4
5
x
POWER
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
123
4
x
5
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.
PRESETS
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4
x
5
iPLAYER3