The Patch Manager; Importing Devices - Compulite Vector Violet User Manual

The Patch Manager

At start up, Vector's patch is empty. The system must be set up for the
number and types of fixtures that will be used in the show. Opening a
new show file resets the patch to empty and clears all current data.
Determining the type and number of fixtures used in the show and
patching these fixtures is done in the
The
Patch Manager
activities:
Determining the type of fixtures used in the show.

The number of fixtures.

Assigning fixture numbers used when programming.

The pan and tilt orientation for moving devices.

Patching fixtures to DMX addresses.

Fixtures are organized into Sets, which are groups of generic fixture
types:
Set 0 - Channel

Set 1 - Spot

Set 2 - Matrix

Set 3- Media server

The patch display is in grid format. Each set has its own grid.
During patching, Vector automatically calculates the DMX length for the
fixtures.
When the
programming functions.
To open the Patch Manager
Tap
Tools

Importing devices

You must import the devices that you intend to use in your show.
Devices are imported from a list of device files. The
in the
dialog boxes
's features include all patch and configuration
is open, you can still perform any show
Patch Manager
menu
Patch Manager.
opens the list of device files.
STARTING A NEW SHOW AND PATCHING
.
Patch Manager
IMPORT DEVICE
VECTOR
button
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