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Abstract CE Manual file:///C:/files/Stagecraft/LIGHTING/futurescan/futurescan3... CE Range Instructions Introduction The Abstract CE Range of products offers an incredible number of features in a variety of different effects, which can all work together in harmony to produce an amazing light show. This booklet contains instructions for the following products: Futurescan 1CE system Gladiator Revolution CE Galactic Moon CE...
Abstract CE Manual file:///C:/files/Stagecraft/LIGHTING/futurescan/futurescan3... Connections and controls All the units have the same connections, though the positioning of them may vary. The main connections and controls are as follows: 1.DMX output socket (pin 3 cold, pin 2 hot, pin 1 grounded). Other DMX devices can be linked in to the system through this socket.
Abstract CE Manual file:///C:/files/Stagecraft/LIGHTING/futurescan/futurescan3... You can use the unit in two ways: “Stand alone” mode, where the unit listens to the music and generates its own complex lightshow. This mode is good when you want a quick and impressive show, or if you don’t have time to program or operate the light show.
Abstract CE Manual file:///C:/files/Stagecraft/LIGHTING/futurescan/futurescan3... When using DMX, all the units receive all the channels. You need to tell each unit which channel to respond to (its ‘base channel’). You do this by setting dip switches 1-9 to the binary code of the channel you want.
Abstract CE Manual file:///C:/files/Stagecraft/LIGHTING/futurescan/futurescan3... alone mode, you may find that they do not respond. Operation in DMX controlled mode To control the unit we recommend Abstract’s CE controller or Compact controller, which are designed specifically for the CE range of lighting units. However, you can use any DMX controller to operate the unit.
Abstract CE Manual file:///C:/files/Stagecraft/LIGHTING/futurescan/futurescan3... If you move the control to zero, the unit will black out. Shutter (Futurescan 1CE, Gladiator Revolution and DuoColour CE) The shutter has three functions: closed (blackout) - control at zero open (white) - at 5% to 80% strobe (variable speed) - 80% to 100%.
Abstract CE Manual file:///C:/files/Stagecraft/LIGHTING/futurescan/futurescan3... The world of intelligent lighting can sometimes be confusing. You may at times wonder if the lighting is more intelligent than you are. The next section lists a few common problems you may encounter, with solutions. No light from the unit Check the ‘Power on’...
Abstract CE Manual file:///C:/files/Stagecraft/LIGHTING/futurescan/futurescan3... Green Green Aqua Blue Blue UV blue Pink White Neon Green NB: Intermediate values will give mixed colours Gobo / Shutter (Ch 4 on FS1, FS2, FS3, Glad; Ch 2 on CC; Ch2 and 4 on DC) FS1/DuoColour FS3, Glad, CC Blackout...
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