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USER MANUAL
ENGLISH
LAMPY 20 / 40
V1.0
Product code: 50733 / 50734 / 50735 / 50736
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH LAMPY 20 / 40 V1.0 Product code: 50733 / 50734 / 50735 / 50736 Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands...
  • Page 2 Showtec LAMPY Series Preface Thank you for purchasing this Showtec product. The purpose of this user manual is to provide instructions for the correct and safe use of this product. Keep the user manual for future reference as it is an integral part of the product. The user manual shall be stored at an easily accessible location.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Showtec LAMPY Series Table of contents Table of contents ..............................2 Introduction ................................9 2.1. Before Using the Product ..........................9 2.2. Intended Use ............................... 9 2.3. Product Lifespan ..............................9 2.4. Text Conventions ..............................9 2.5. Symbols and Signal Words ..........................10 2.6.
  • Page 4 Showtec LAMPY Series 7.2.2.4. The Cuelist View ..........................34 7.2.2.5. The DMX Output View ........................34 7.2.2.6. Solitaire Game ............................35 Operation ................................36 8.1. Safety Instructions for Operation ........................36 8.2. Starting the Console ............................36 8.3. Working with Shows ............................38 8.3.1. Creating a New Show ..........................38 8.3.2.
  • Page 5 Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.3.9. Testing the Front Panel Hardware ....................74 8.5.3.10. System Log ............................75 8.5.4. Manage Shows View ..........................76 8.5.4.1. Manage Shows - Actions ........................76 8.5.4.2. Starting a New Show .........................77 8.5.4.3. Deleting One or Multiple Shows ......................77 8.5.4.4. Opening a Show ..........................77 8.5.4.5.
  • Page 6 Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.2.11. Deleting Groups ..........................106 8.6.3. The Presets View............................107 8.6.3.1. The Preset Item..........................108 8.6.3.2. The Preset Actions Dialog Box (Magic Wand) ................109 Generate Presets ..............................109 Direct Action ................................ 109 8.6.3.3. Recording Presets ..........................110 8.6.3.4.
  • Page 7 Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.5.6. Effect Attributes ..........................134 Fixtures Column ..............................134 Parameter Column ............................. 135 Mode Column ..............................135 Relative ................................. 135 Absolute ................................135 Curve Column ..............................136 Size Min Column ..............................136 Size Max Column..............................136 Speed Column ..............................136 Offset Column ..............................
  • Page 8 Showtec LAMPY Series Learn Timing ................................. 155 Chase Options ..............................156 Chase Trigger............................... 156 Playback Direction ............................. 158 Cue Crossfade ..............................158 8.7.9.4. Setting the Run Mode of the Playback..................159 8.7.9.5. Setting the Off Time of the Playback ..................160 8.8.
  • Page 9 Showtec LAMPY Series 8.13. Shutting down or Rebooting the Console ..................185 Protocol Specifications ...........................186 9.1. Open Sound Control (OSC) ........................186 9.1.1. What is OSC .............................. 186 9.1.2. OSC via Wireless LAN ..........................186 9.1.3. How to Setup OSC ........................... 186 9.1.4.

  • Page 10: Introduction

    After unpacking, check the contents of the box. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Highlite International dealer. Your shipment includes: ● Showtec LAMPY 20 or LAMPY 40 ● Schuko to Powercon power cable (1,4 m) ● User manual Fig.

  • Page 11: Symbols And Signal Words

    Showtec LAMPY Series 2.5. Symbols and Signal Words Safety notes and warnings are indicated throughout the user manual by safety signs. Always follow the instructions provided in this user manual. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in DANGER death or serious injury.

  • Page 12: Safety

    Showtec LAMPY Series Safety Important Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or servicing this product. The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual. 3.1. Warnings and Safety Instructions...
  • Page 13 Showtec LAMPY Series Attention Power supply ● Before connecting the device to the power supply, make sure that the current, voltage and frequency match the input voltage, current and frequency specified on the information label on the device. ● Make sure that the cross-sectional area of the extension cords and power cables is sufficient for the required power consumption of the device.

  • Page 14: Requirements For The User

    Showtec LAMPY Series 3.2. Requirements for the User This product may be used by ordinary persons. Maintenance may be carried by ordinary persons. Installation and service shall be carried out only by instructed or skilled persons. Contact your Highlite dealer for more information.

  • Page 15: Description Of The Device

    Here is a quick overview of the LAMPY 20 and LAMPY 40 front panel: Fig. 1: LAMPY 20 Front panel Fig. 2: LAMPY 40 Front panel...

  • Page 16: Multi-Function-Faders (Mff)

    Showtec LAMPY Series 4.1.1. Multi-Function-Faders (MFF) The LAMPY’s front panel consists of either 10 (LAMPY 20) or 30 (LAMPY 40) Multi-Function-Fader controls, each consisting of a multicolor LED, a fader and a button. These may be switched between Fixtures, Groups or Scenes and, depending on the mode, offer different options.

  • Page 17: Playback Faders

    Showtec LAMPY Series 4.1.3. Playback Faders The LAMPY’s front panel consists of multiple playback fader controls, each consisting of a fader and a button under the fader. These playbacks may contain multiple cues. These faders are pageable and the button function is assignable.

  • Page 18: Touchscreen

    Showtec LAMPY Series 4.1.5. Touchscreen The touchscreen of the LAMPY console is one of the key elements used for user interaction with the LAMPY. It features an easy and intuitive graphical user interface. Fig. 7: Touchscreen Display Product: 50733 / 50734 / 50735 / 50736...

  • Page 19: Back View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 4.2. Back View The back panel of the LAMPY20 and LAMPY40 are identical in terms of connectors. Make sure to connect any external screen before booting up the console. The UI is at a fixed resolution of 1920 x 1080 (Full HD), so make sure your monitor supports the resolution.

  • Page 20: Product Specifications

    “Tracking” as opposed to non-tracking defines that values are kept when changing between cues in one playback until they are set to a different value. LAMPY 20 1U LAMPY 20 2U LAMPY 40 1U...

  • Page 21: Optional Accessories

    Showtec LAMPY Series 4.4. Optional Accessories LAMPY 20 LAMPY 40 Dustcover (product code) 50738 50739 Flight case (product code) D7332 D7333 LAMPY DNGL (product code) 50737 (for the 1-universe consoles: 50733, 50735) 4.4.1. LAMPY DNGL Features Using the LAMPY Dongle is only supported with the 1-universe versions of the console. The 2-universe consoles have a built-in dongle.

  • Page 22: Installation

    Showtec LAMPY Series Installation 5.1. Safety Instructions for Installation Attention Place the device on stable surfaces only. Installation Site Requirements ● The device can be used only indoors. ● The device can be placed on a flat, stable surface. ●...

  • Page 23: Basic Concepts

    Showtec LAMPY Series Basic Concepts 6.1. Priority Concept The general programming layer, called the “Programmer” always takes precedence over playbacks, unless it is in “Blind”-programming mode. This may seem a bit strange, but in fact is very useful since the programmer enables the user to gain additional control over the consoles output at any time.

  • Page 24: Tracking Through Changes

    Showtec LAMPY Series With tracking, the final state at the end of this sequence is: Closed Open 6.2.3. Tracking through Changes One advantage of tracking is that changes can be ‘tracked through’ a series of cues. In the example given above, if you did not close the main door in cue 3, the door would still be open until the end of this imaginary playback.

  • Page 25: Fixture Library Basics

    Showtec LAMPY Series 6.3. Fixture Library Basics The console’s Fixture Library is divided into three parts: ● Factory Library ● User Library ● Show Library Fixture types may easily be transferred between libraries using the magic wand button from the Setup Menu’s Fixture Library view.

  • Page 26: The User Interface

    Showtec LAMPY Series The User Interface 7.1. The Internal Touchscreen Interface The console utilizes an easy to use and intuitive graphical user interface (GUI). The following sections explain the basics of finding your way around the GUI, in the internal as well as the external display.

  • Page 27: Programmer Buttons

    Showtec LAMPY Series 7.1.1.1. Programmer Buttons Fig. 12: Programmer Buttons The programmer buttons provide the following functions: Name Action Action holding [S hi ft ] key “Hides” the programmer content. Blind Tap again to show the content. Sets the selected fixtures to the “Highlight”...

  • Page 28: Window Title / Active Command

    Showtec LAMPY Series 7.1.1.2. Window Title / Active Command The center part shows the title of the current screen, or, if applicable the current command including possible options. If the current command is displayed in red, it is invalid or missing information. Most commands such as record, edit or delete have additional options that may be accessed by tapping the window title.

  • Page 29: Main Navigation Buttons

    Showtec LAMPY Series 7.1.1.3. Main Navigation Buttons The main navigation buttons are used to navigate through the different main views of the LAMPY user interface. Fig. 15: Navigation Buttons The button functions and names are as follows: Name Action Opens a context-sensitive dialog box called “Action Menu”. It is greyed out if Magic Wand not available.

  • Page 30: The Content Area

    Showtec LAMPY Series Fig. 16: The Side Menu 7.1.1.4. The Content Area The content area is used to display context-sensitive windows and dialog boxes, based on the selection made from the top toolbar, hamburger menu or other user interface elements.

  • Page 31: The Bottom Toolbar

    Showtec LAMPY Series 7.1.2. The Bottom Toolbar The bottom toolbar is used to show playback fader labels on the left side, playback page and multi- function-fader mode on the right part and the master fader label on the far-right side.

  • Page 32: External Screen

    Showtec LAMPY Series 7.2. External Screen The LAMPY supports one external monitor that may be connected to the DVI port on the rear of the console. It needs to have a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080. Lower resolutions are not supported. The LAMPY also supports external screens with touch functionality.

  • Page 33: External Screen Functionality With The Lampy Dngl

    Showtec LAMPY Series 7.2.2. External Screen Functionality with the LAMPY DNGL With the dongle attached, the external screen offers a toolbar at the top of the screen to change between different views as indicated in the screenshot below. At the bottom of the screen you will see fader labels for the multi-function faders, as well as the corresponding fader mode.

  • Page 34: The Groups And Presets View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 7.2.2.2. The Groups and Presets View The groups and presets view shows both groups and presets at the same time. This is a very helpful screen during programming. Fig. 22: External Monitor Groups and Presets – LAMPY DNGL attached 7.2.2.3.

  • Page 35: The Cuelist View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 7.2.2.4. The Cuelist View The Cuelist View is very similar to the Edit Playback Fader view. It will always show the selected playback. This is a very helpful screen during structured shows. Fig. 24: External Monitor Cuelist View – LAMPY DNGL attached 7.2.2.5.

  • Page 36: Solitaire Game

    Showtec LAMPY Series 7.2.2.6. Solitaire Game Solitaire is a simple game to help you kill some time, whenever you have to wait for other people to finish their tasks. Fig. 26: External Monitor Solitaire Game – LAMPY DNGL attached Product: 50733 / 50734 / 50735 / 50736...

  • Page 37: Operation

    Showtec LAMPY Series Operation 8.1. Safety Instructions for Operation Attention This device must be used only for the purposes it is designed for. This device is intended for professional use as a lighting controller. It is suitable only for indoor installation.
  • Page 38 Showtec LAMPY Series During the boot process a boot menu will be shown. This boot screen provides several maintenance utilities; however, it will continue to automatically boot the Console OS without user intervention. Once the system is ready to use the welcome screen, as shown below will appear.

  • Page 39: Working With Shows

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.3. Working with Shows Show files contain all your show-related settings like fixture schedule, patching, input settings, groups, presets, cues, master assignments, etc. Multiple shows can be stored on the console and the amount of shows is only limited by hard disk memory. However, we advise you to regularly backup old shows to a USB flash drive and delete them from the console’s memory.

  • Page 40: Loading A Show

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.3.2. Loading a Show On the touchscreen display, select the show you want to open up from the drop-down menu. After selecting the desired show to load, tap the Open button. Alternatively, you may also see more detailed info about existing shows or how to import a show from a USB flash drive by tapping the Browse Shows button.

  • Page 41: Saving The Show File

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.3.3. Saving the Show File We recommend saving your show every once in a while. You can do this from the side menu: 01) Tap the menu button. The side menu will open. 02) Tap the save button at the bottom of the side menu, indicated by a floppy disk button.

  • Page 42: Adding And Patching Fixtures

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.4. Adding and Patching Fixtures “Adding and Patching Fixtures” is the process of telling the console what kind of fixtures you are using and assigning DMX addresses to them. If you just started a new show file or loaded a show file without fixtures, the console will automatically open the patch view.

  • Page 43: The Patch Actions Menu

    Showtec LAMPY Series The table contains the following columns (from left to right): Column name Description This column shows the ID of the fixture. This is a unique number which may be used for indicating which fixture is which. Manufacturer This is the manufacturer of the fixture.

  • Page 44: Adding Fixtures To The Show File

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.4.3. Adding Fixtures to the Show File 01) Open the actions menu by tapping the magic wand button. 02) Tap Add Fixture. The display will show: Fig. 36: Add Fixtures – Select Fixture from Show Library 03) To add a fixture from the built-in library, select Add from Factory Library. If you want to add a user created library, tap Add from User Library.
  • Page 45 Showtec LAMPY Series Fig. 38: Add Fixture – Enter Count 06) Enter the number of fixtures you want to add using the keypad. The console will automatically suggest a user number for the fixture, which you may change if you like. On this screen you can also invert pan and / or tilt for all the new fixtures.

  • Page 46: Deleting Fixtures From The Show File

    Showtec LAMPY Series Fig. 40: Add Fixtures - Success 10) LAMPY will indicate if the patch was successful. If so, you may now place the fixtures on the “Fixtures View” by tapping Next or skip to do this at a later point by tapping Close.

  • Page 47: Changing The Name Of Existing Fixtures

    Showtec LAMPY Series 04) Set the new start address of the selected fixtures. You may select: ● Unpatch, which will leave the fixtures without any DMX assignment. ● Manual Patch to set universe, starting address (by either typing it, or by using the Select Address button) and gap between fixtures using the Block Patching option manually.

  • Page 48: Invert Pan Or Tilt For Existing Fixtures

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.4.7. Invert Pan or Tilt for Existing Fixtures 01) Select the fixtures you want to change the pan / tilt Invert of, in either the patch view or by any of the other methods. 02) Open the action menu by tapping the magic wand button.

  • Page 49: Changing User Id For Existing Fixtures

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.4.8. Changing User ID for Existing Fixtures 01) Select the fixtures you want to change User ID of, in either the patch view or by any of the other methods. 02) Open the action menu by tapping the magic wand button.

  • Page 50: The Setup Menu

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5. The Setup Menu The setup menu is the place where all system and show-related settings are made. This includes, for example setting the IP address of the console or editing the fixture library or managing shows.

  • Page 51: Current Show View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.1. Current Show View The Current Show view displays statistics about the current show. It also offers the option to save your show, save it to a different file and to export the current show to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 52: Saving The Show File Under A New Name

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.1.2. Saving the Show File under a New Name We recommend to periodically save your show file as a new file. 01) Open the Current Show view from the setup menu. 02) Tap Save Show As. An on-screen keyboard will be shown. Enter the new show file name and tap Enter to complete the process.

  • Page 53: Show Settings View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2. Show Settings View The Show Settings view contains all show-related settings for the current show such as the Worklight Brightness, Multi-Fader LED’s behavior and configuration of inputs and outputs of the console. Note: The Show Settings view is only shown if you have opened the Setup Menu in a Show file.

  • Page 54: Playback Page Change Settings

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.1. Playback Page Change Settings The Playback Page Change Settings group box allows to specify what should happen if you change the active playback page. The following table outlines the different settings and what they do: Button...

  • Page 55: Master Fader Settings

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.2. Master Fader Settings The Master Fader Settings group box specifies the behavior of the master playback fader. The following table outlines the different settings and what they do: Button Function Speed Fader The master fader will act as a speed fader for the selected playback, altering all timings of the assigned playback, meaning 100 % is the speed as programmed –...

  • Page 56: Changing The Worklight Brightness

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.3. Changing the Worklight Brightness The Worklight is the LED strip at the front side of the console, which may be used to light up running orders or other documents. It can also be useful to light up a USB keyboard.

  • Page 57: Changing The Brightness Of The Multi-Function-Fader Led

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.4. Changing the Brightness of the Multi-Function-Fader LED The LEDs of the Multi-Function Faders may also be adjusted in brightness. In order to adjust the brightness, please do as follows: 01) Open the setup menu. 02) Change to the Show Settings view.

  • Page 58: Setting The Multi-Function-Fader Leds To Mimic Fixture Color

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.5. Setting the Multi-Function-Fader LEDs to Mimic Fixture Color The Multi-Function-Fader LEDs can either just indicate the current multi-function fader mode and selection. Or in fixture mode it can indicate the current fixture color. By default, the LEDs always light up in the color of the selected fader mode.

  • Page 59: Changing The Desklock Pin

    The default PIN is 0000 (four times zero). If you have set and forgotten the PIN code, please contact Showtec support for the master PIN, which may also be used to create a new PIN code. Fig. 57: Show Settings – Desk lock PIN...

  • Page 60: Changing The Autosave Settings

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.7. Changing the Autosave Settings LAMPY automatically saves your show file every 10 minutes. If desired, you may also disable this autosave functionality. If you want to turn Autosave on or off, please do as follows: 01) Open the setup menu.

  • Page 61: Enabling The Open Sound Control (Osc) Input

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.8. Enabling the Open Sound Control (OSC) Input In case you want to remotely control your LAMPY console by using an OSC Remote (such as TouchOSC for Android or iOS), you need to enable the OSC Input.

  • Page 62: Enabling And Configuring The Sound Input

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.9. Enabling and Configuring the Sound Input You may use any line level audio source to trigger cues and chases using the LAMPY. The sound input is analyzed in Bass, Mid and High levels which are individually configurable in their individual levels.

  • Page 63: Setting The Sound Input Level / Threshold

    Showtec LAMPY Series Setting the Sound Input Level / Threshold You may configure the sound input threshold as follows: 01) Open the setup menu. 02) Change to the Show Settings view. 03) Scroll down to Sound Input. 04) Make sure the Sound Input on-screen switch is set to On.

  • Page 64: Enabling The Time-Code Input

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.10. Enabling the Time-Code Input LAMPY’s ability to synchronize playbacks to an incoming timecode signal may be used to keep your lighting and audio show in sync. Timecode is only supported via MIDI at the moment. The LAMPY automatically recognizes the framerate of your incoming timecode signal and displays the current timecode status in the Timecode Input group box.

  • Page 65: Enabling The Midi Input

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.11. Enabling the MIDI Input You may remotely control the LAMPY console with any MIDI device that allows to configure its MIDI output. Once MIDI input is enabled, the console will display any incoming MIDI messages in the status text field in the MIDI group box.

  • Page 66: Enabling And Configuring The Dmx Output Via Art-Net Or Sacn

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.2.12. Enabling and Configuring the DMX Output via Art-Net or sACN Art-Net and sACN are two popular protocols to transmit DMX data via ethernet. LAMPY supports both protocols and enables you to configure both of them independently.

  • Page 67: System Settings View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.3. System Settings View The System Settings view contains all system-related settings for the console, such as keyboard layout, date or time, network settings, etc. Fig. 65: The System Settings view Product: 50733 / 50734 / 50735 / 50736...

  • Page 68: Setting The Usb Keyboard Layout

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.3.1. Setting the USB Keyboard Layout It may be desirable to setup the keyboard layout of an external USB keyboard. Note: The keyboard layout setting does not affect the on-screen keyboard Please follow these steps to do so: 01) Open the setup menu.

  • Page 69: Setting The Console's Date And Time

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.3.2. Setting the Console’s Date and Time Please follow these steps to set the console’s Date and Time: 01) Open the setup menu. 02) Change to the System Settings view. 03) Scroll to Set Date / Time.

  • Page 70: Configuring The Network Settings

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.3.3. Configuring the Network Settings Please follow these steps to set up the console’s network interface: 01) Open the setup menu. 02) Change to the System Settings view. 03) Scroll down to Network Settings. Fig. 68: System Settings - Network Settings Dynamic Configuration For a dynamic IP address using a DHCP server (Most routers have a built-in DHCP server.

  • Page 71: Updating The Console Software

    02) Make sure the file extension is .ssu. If the update is delivered in zip format, unzip it first. 03) Copy the .ssu file to the showtec/software_update folder on a USB flash drive. 04) Open the setup menu. 05) Change to the System Settings view.

  • Page 72: Updating The Factory Fixture Library

    02) Make sure the file extension is .faclib. If the update is delivered in zip format, unzip it first. 03) Copy the .faclib file to the showtec/factory_library folder on a USB flash drive. 04) Open the setup menu. 05) Change to the System Settings view.

  • Page 73: Calibrating The Internal Touchscreen

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.3.7. Calibrating the Internal Touchscreen If the internal touchscreen is misaligned and does not respond properly to your taps, you have to calibrate it. Follow the instructions below: 01) Open the setup menu. 02) Change to the System Settings view.

  • Page 74: Calibrating The External Touchscreen

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.3.8. Calibrating the External Touchscreen After connecting a secondary touchscreen, it is usually misaligned and does not respond properly to your taps. In this case you will have to calibrate it. Follow the instructions below: 01) Open the setup menu.

  • Page 75: Testing The Front Panel Hardware

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.3.9. Testing the Front Panel Hardware Should you ever have the feeling that, buttons, faders or encoders are not responding properly, or that a LED may be broken, it could be worth inspect the front panel for proper function. Follow the instructions below: 01) Open the setup menu.

  • Page 76: System Log

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.3.10. System Log The system log can be used to identify errors in the show file, in libraries or other parts of the software. It contains useful information. To see the system log: 01) Open the setup menu.

  • Page 77: Manage Shows View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.4. Manage Shows View The Manage Shows view may be used to import, export or delete shows. Additionally, it may be used as a shortcut to open existing shows. It can be accessed in the Setup menu.

  • Page 78: Starting A New Show

    To import one or more shows from a USB flash drive, proceed as follows: 01) Make sure the show files are in the showtec/shows folder on your USB flash drive. 02) Open the Action dialog box from the Manage Shows view by tapping the magic wand button.

  • Page 79: Fixture Library View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.5. Fixture Library View The Fixture Library view may be used to create, edit, import, export or delete fixtures. It can be accessed in the setup menu. Fig. 77: The Fixture Library view 8.5.5.1. Selecting a Fixture Library Category The Fixture Library view consists of 3 sub selection options which resemble the different library types used in the console.

  • Page 80: Fixture Library Action Dialog Box

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.5.2. Fixture Library Action Dialog Box The Fixture Library action dialog box provides all functionality to work with the Fixture Library view. It may be opened by tapping the magic wand button from the Fixture Library view. Many of the actions are only available if a Fixture Library is selected from the Fixture Library view.

  • Page 81: Adding A New Fixture Type

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.5.3. Adding a New Fixture Type 01) To add a new fixture to the User Library or Show Library, first select the library type from the Fixture Library view in the setup menu. 02) Open the Action dialog box by tapping the magic wand button.

  • Page 82: Deleting A Fixture Type

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.5.4. Deleting a Fixture Type 01) To delete a fixture type, select the Fixture Library view in the setup menu. 02) Select the fixture type you want to delete. 03) Open the Fixture Library action dialog box using the magic wand button.

  • Page 83: Importing Fixture Types From Usb

    02) Select the library type (User Library or Show Library). 03) Make sure the fixture library file is in the showtec/library folder on your USB flash drive. 04) Open the Fixture Library action dialog box using the magic wand button.

  • Page 84: Exporting Fixture Types To Usb

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.5.8. Exporting Fixture Types to USB 01) To export a fixture library to a USB flash drive, select the Fixture Library view in the setup menu. 02) Select the library type (Factory Library, User Library or Show Library).

  • Page 85: The Library Editor

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.5.5.9. The Library Editor This section explains the library editor which is used throughout the library creation or edit process. The library editor consists of two different pages. One contains the general settings of a fixture (like type, short type, mode and pan / tilt range –...

  • Page 86: Select Parameter Menu

    Showtec LAMPY Series Column Function Blackout Defines the value that will be output when the grand master fader is at 0 % or when blackout is active. Highlight Defines which value will be output when the Highlight function is active in the programmer.

  • Page 87: Edit Ranges Menu

    Showtec LAMPY Series Edit Ranges Menu The Edit Ranges menu is used to specify how channel functions are mapped to the corresponding DMX values, enabling you to show the name or even icons for a specific range of values in the programmer and the Select Range pop-up that opens when you press the encoder.

  • Page 88: General Settings

    Showtec LAMPY Series General Settings In general setup mode you may set the manufacturer’s name, fixture type, short name and mode values by typing them in one of the text fields when creating a new fixture. Existing fixtures cannot be renamed.

  • Page 89: Using The Home Screen

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6. Using the Home Screen The home screen is the central place of the console where all the programming is done. You may open the home screen by tapping the home button in the top toolbar or by pressing [Home] key on the console’s front panel.

  • Page 90: The Fixtures View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.1. The Fixtures View The fixtures view in the home screen allow you to select fixtures and change their settings according to your preference. For example to make them resemble the physical layout – or just a very simple grid layout.
  • Page 91 Showtec LAMPY Series The buttons in the navigation controls section have the following functions: Name Action If no fixtures are selected, Zoom Fit will zoom and move the viewport showing the full extent of the fixture view. Zoom Fit If fixtures are selected, it will zoom and center the view on the selected fixtures.

  • Page 92: The Fixture Item

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.1.2. The Fixture Item The fixture Item itself provides several layers of feedback to you: Item Meaning This fixture is not selected, dimmer is at 0 % and no values are in the programmer. This fixture is selected (orange background), is outputting 100 % dimmer, yellow color and a gobo.
  • Page 93 Showtec LAMPY Series Button Function Add Label Used to add a label to the fixture view. Add Groups Used to add a group Item to the fixture view. Add Fixtures Used to add fixtures to the fixture view. Only available for fixtures that have not been added to the view.

  • Page 94: Adding Elements To The Fixtures View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.1.4. Adding Elements to the Fixtures View If you want to add Items to the fixture view, tap on the magic wand button. The dialog box will open. Fig. 91: Fixture View - Action dialog box – Add Items Adding Labels Labels may be used as a visual indication or quick selection of different items.

  • Page 95: Adding Fixtures

    Showtec LAMPY Series Adding Fixtures To add a fixture to the fixture view, please proceed as follows: 01) Open the action dialog box by tapping the magic wand button. 02) Tap Fixtures in the Add… group box. 03) Select the fixtures you want to add from the dialog box that was just opened. Tap Ok when done.

  • Page 96: Moving Items

    Showtec LAMPY Series Moving Items To move items in the fixture view in free-hand mode, please proceed as follows: 01) Open the action dialog box by tapping the magic wand button. 02) Tap Move Items. 03) Select and move the items by drag and drop.

  • Page 97: Arranging Existing Elements

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.1.7. Arranging Existing Elements If you want to arrange items in the fixture view using one of the available arrange modes, tap the magic wand button. The action dialog box will be opened. Fig. 93: Fixture View - Action dialog box – Arrange Items...

  • Page 98: Arrange Arc

    Showtec LAMPY Series Arrange Arc Arrange Arc will rearrange all items in an arc, asking you to specify the start point, radius and endpoint using drag handles. 01) Open the action dialog box by tapping the Magic Wand button. 02) Tap Arc in the Arrange… group box.

  • Page 99: Arrange Grid

    Showtec LAMPY Series Arrange Grid Arrange Grid will rearrange all items in a grid, asking you to specify the position and the size of the grid using drag handles. The slider on the left side specifies the number of columns.

  • Page 100: Arrange Circular

    Showtec LAMPY Series Arrange Circular Arrange Circular will rearrange all items in a circle, asking you to specify the center point and the size / rotation using drag handles. 01) Open the action dialog box by tapping the magic wand button.

  • Page 101: Arrange Chessboard

    Showtec LAMPY Series Arrange Chessboard Arrange Chessboard will rearrange all items in a chessboard grid style only occupying every other spot, asking you to specify the position and the size of the chessboard by using the drag handles. The slider on the left side specifies the number of columns.

  • Page 102: The Groups View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.2. The Groups View Groups are meant as a programming aid and are a quick way to access specific groups of fixtures. They store information about the fixture selection and the selection order. You may open the Groups screen by tapping the home button at the top toolbar, by pressing [H o me] key on the console’s front panel multiple times or by pressing it once and then selecting Groups from the...

  • Page 103: Recording Groups

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.2.2. Recording Groups 01) To record a group, change to the Fixtures view and select at least one fixture. You may also select fixtures in the external screen Fixtures view. Alternatively, you may select fixtures by selecting other groups or by selecting them with one or more multi-function faders.

  • Page 104: Editing Groups

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.2.7. Editing Groups You may rename groups and the fixtures contained in a group by pressing [ E d i t ] key on the console’s front panel and selecting a group from the internal or external Groups view.

  • Page 105: Removing Fixtures From Groups

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.2.8. Removing Fixtures from Groups To remove fixtures from an existing group, please proceed as follows: 01) Select at least one fixture. 02) Change to the Groups view. 03) Press [ Record ] key. 04) In Groups view, select the existing group you want to remove the fixture selection from, in either the internal or the external screen.

  • Page 106: Replacing A Group

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.2.9. Replacing a Group To replace all contents of a group, please proceed as follows: 01) Select at least one fixture. 02) Change to the Groups view. 03) Press [ Record ] key. 04) Select the existing group you want to replace in the Groups view, in either the internal or the external screen.

  • Page 107: Adding Fixtures To Existing Groups

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.2.10. Adding Fixtures to existing Groups To add fixtures to an existing group, please proceed as follows: 01) Select at least one fixture. 02) Change to the Groups view. 03) Press [ Record ] key. 04) In Groups view, select the existing group you want to add the fixture selection to, in either the internal or the external screen.

  • Page 108: The Presets View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.3. The Presets View Presets aid to simplify the programming process by allowing user-defined ‘elements’ to be created and then used as a toolkit to build your cues. Once you created a preset, such as a couple of moving lights pointing at a particular position on stage, you may recall those settings at any point, and record them as playbacks or scenes.

  • Page 109: The Preset Item

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.3.1. The Preset Item The Preset Item provides several layers of feedback to you: Item Meaning This preset Item has the name “Not Selected” and is not selected. This preset has the name “Selected for Some” and is selected for a part of the fixture selection (yellow background).

  • Page 110: The Preset Actions Dialog Box (Magic Wand)

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.3.2. The Preset Actions Dialog Box (Magic Wand) The Preset Actions dialog box provides functions that make it easier to work with presets. It may be opened by tapping on the magic wand button from the Presets view at the home screen.

  • Page 111: Recording Presets

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.3.3. Recording Presets 01) Select one or more fixtures. 02) Set values for the fixtures by choosing the attribute group and changing the values to be active in the Fixtures view. 03) Press the [Rec o r d ] key.

  • Page 112: Editing Presets

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.3.10. Editing Presets You may rename any preset, set its icon and color by pressing [ E d i t ] key on the console’s front panel and selecting a preset from the internal or external Presets view.

  • Page 113: Setting An Icon

    Showtec LAMPY Series Setting an Icon 01) To set an icon for the preset open the Edit Preset dialog by pressing[ E dit ] key on the console’s front panel and tap the preset Item. 02) From the Edit Preset dialog, tap the Set Icon button.

  • Page 114: Removing Values From Presets

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.3.11. Removing Values from Presets To remove values from an existing preset, please proceed as follows: 01) Select the fixtures you want to remove from the preset. 02) Set some values for the attributes you want to remove.

  • Page 115: Replacing A Preset

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.3.12. Replacing a Preset To replace all contents of a preset, please proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures and set values for them. 02) Change to the Presets view. 03) Press [ Record ] key. 04) Select the existing preset you want to replace in the Presets view in either the internal or the external screen.

  • Page 116: Adding Or Changing Values In Existing Presets

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.3.13. Adding or Changing Values in Existing Presets To add or modify values in an existing preset, please proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures and set some values for them. 02) Change to the Presets view.

  • Page 117: The Values View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.4. The Values View Altering fixture parameter values is best done in the Values view in the home screen, but is possible in every view of the home screen using the encoders or presets. If you have an external monitor and LAMPY DNGL attached, you can modify fixture values any time by using presets on the external screen.

  • Page 118: Different States Of Values

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.4.1. Different States of Values This image shows what the programmer looks like if you have fixtures selected, but no values assigned to them. They are still outputting values set by playbacks or their default values set in the library.

  • Page 119: Programmer Buttons

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.4.3. Programmer Buttons Fig. 114: Programmer Buttons The programmer buttons provide the following functions: Name Action Action holding [S hi ft ] key “Hides” the programmer’s content. Blind A second tap will show the content again. Sets the selected fixtures to the “Highlight”...

  • Page 120: Blind Button

    Showtec LAMPY Series Blind Button With Blind turned on, any changes made in the programmer will not be output live. This enables you to prepare a look for later use or make changes to a different cue that is not yet played back.

  • Page 121: The Value Tab - Actions Dialog Box

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.4.4. The Value Tab - Actions Dialog Box The Value Tab - Actions dialog box provides functions that make it easier to work with values. It may be opened by tapping the magic wand button in the Values view at the home screen.

  • Page 122: Link Attributes

    Showtec LAMPY Series Link Attributes Link Attributes is a convenient function that, by default, will touch all parameters in the color or position attribute group, as soon as one of the other attributes in the attribute group is touched. For example: If you touch the cyan attribute’s value, the console will automatically touch magenta and yellow as well.

  • Page 123: Setting Fixture Values

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.4.5. Setting Fixture Values Using the Encoders To be able to alter fixture parameter values, i.e. set dimmer values, you first need to select some fixtures. For example, in order to adjust the dimmer level, select the Intensity by pressing the [ I n t ] key on the console’s front panel, or choose the Intensity from the drop-down menu in the Values menu.

  • Page 124: Using The Set Value Dialog Box

    Showtec LAMPY Series Using the Set Value Dialog Box To select values directly for all selected fixtures from the ranges, defined in the fixture’s library, press the corresponding encoder and select a value from the screen that popped up. The top menu bar of the Set Value dialog box contains a few functions that may be helpful:...

  • Page 125: Setting Color Mixing Attributes

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.4.6. Setting Color Mixing Attributes Using the Encoders To control color values using a specific attribute of the fixture, choose Color from the drop-down menu at the home screen menu bar. Alternatively, press the [ C o l o r ] key on the console’s front panel . Then select the desired sub-attribute group from the menu bar.

  • Page 126: Using The Color Faders

    Showtec LAMPY Series Using the Color Faders In order to use the Color Faders to select colors, choose Color from the drop-down menu at the home screen menu bar. Alternatively press the [C olor ] key on the console’s front panel .

  • Page 127: Setting Values Using The Presets

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.4.7. Setting Values Using the Presets You may also use presets to set fixture values. For more information on how to use presets to set values, please see section 8.6.3.6. Selecting / Deselecting Presets on page 110.

  • Page 128: The Effects View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.5. The Effects View Effects are applied to attributes using an effect table that applies mathematical functions (such as a sine or cosine wave) to values against time. Each of these effects is displayed as one row in the effect programmer.

  • Page 129: The Effects Tab - Actions Dialog Box

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.5.1. The Effects Tab - Actions Dialog Box The Effects Tab - Actions dialog box provides core functions to work with effects. It may be opened by tapping the magic wand button in the Effects view at the home screen.

  • Page 130: Delete Selected Fx

    Showtec LAMPY Series Delete Selected FX Delete Selected FX is used to delete the effects that are currently selected in the Effects dialog box. Fig. 126: Home Screen – Effects Action dialog box – Delete Selected FX Load Effects for Selected Fixtures from Output Load Effects for selected Fixtures from Output, is used to load all effects that are running from the current console’s output for selected fixtures.

  • Page 131: Adding Effects

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.5.2. Adding Effects In order to add an effect, please proceed as follows: 01) Select the fixtures you want to apply an effect to. 02) Tap the magic wand button in the Effects view. 03) Tap Add Effect.

  • Page 132: Custom Effects

    Showtec LAMPY Series Custom Effects Custom effects are a good base to create different effects from the ones that are predefined. To add a custom effect: 01) Select Custom Effect in the dialog box. 02) Pick the desired attribute on the left side of the dialog box and the curve on the right side.

  • Page 133: Modifying Effects

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.5.3. Modifying Effects To be able to use the encoders to adjust the various attributes effects have, the effect rows that you want to modify need to be selected. You may select or deselect effect rows by tapping the button in the first column.

  • Page 134: Stopping Running Effects

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.5.5. Stopping Running Effects In order to stop one or multiple effects in a cue, you need to add an effect row for each of the parameters you want to stop in the editor. This can be achieved with an off-effect type.

  • Page 135: Effect Attributes

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.6.5.6. Effect Attributes The LAMPY offers the following effect attributes. More information on the individual attributes can be found further below: Column / Attribute Function Effect Used to select or deselect this row for modification with the encoders, or to delete it using the action dialog box.

  • Page 136: Parameter Column

    Showtec LAMPY Series Parameter Column The Parameter column displays the attribute an effect is assigned to. Mode Column The Mode column displays the mode of this effect line. Double-tapping or a long tap toggles the mode between Relative and Absolute.

  • Page 137: Curve Column

    Showtec LAMPY Series Curve Column Shown here are the different effect curves supported by the LAMPY console. You may change the effect on a per effect-line basis by double tapping or long tap the curve-cell. Size Min Column The function of the Size Min column depends on the mode that is set. If the mode is set to “Absolute”, you may also choose a preset for this value.

  • Page 138: Offset Column

    Showtec LAMPY Series It may be changed or fanned by using the encoders in conjunction with the [ F a n ] key on the front panel, or by double, right or long tapping into a speed-cell. Offset Column The Offset column defines the starting offset of the effect (in degrees) for each fixture in the effect. 0 to 360 degrees means that the offset is fanned and the first fixture starts at 0 degrees, whereas the other fixtures in this effect row will be “delayed”...

  • Page 139: Duty Cycle Column

    Showtec LAMPY Series Duty Cycle Column The “Duty Cycle” attribute defines how long the duration of the effect (in %) in a cycle is. Fig. 134: Duty Cycle Effect Attribute It may be used to build chases and more. The best way to see how it works is to select a few lights, add the dimmer-wave-predefined effect and play with the duty cycle.

  • Page 140: Direction Column

    Showtec LAMPY Series Direction Column The Direction column displays the direction of the effect. It may be changed by double, right or long tapping in the direction-cell and choosing the desired option from the Set Effect Direction dialog box. Fig. 137: Home Screen –Effect – Set Effect Direction Shots Column The Shots column defines how many times an effect should be run before it “self-terminates”...

  • Page 141: Using The Playback Faders

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7. Using the Playback Faders The 10 playback faders below the internal touchscreen are the backbone of your programming process and show. They may contain one or more cues, whereas each cue might have different timings and values stored.

  • Page 142: The Playback-Fader Labels

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.1. The Playback-Fader Labels The Fader Label itself provides several layers of feedback to you: Item Meaning This playback has the name “Not Running” and is not being played back. This playback has the name “Selected” and is selected but not running.

  • Page 143: Playback Fader

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.3. Playback Fader Pages You may switch between playback pages 1 to 9 at any time by tapping the Playback Page button between fader label 10 and the master fader label. Fig. 139: Playback Page Button Holding down the [ S h i f t ] key while tapping the Playback Page button will open the Playback Pages directory.

  • Page 144: Playback View - Direct Control Section

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.4. Playback View – Direct Control Section The direct-control section of the playback view contains several buttons to control the playback that is opened in the playback view. Tapping Select, for example, will select the playback and make it available to the master fader.

  • Page 145: Playback View Columns

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.5. Playback View Columns The following is a list of the columns in the playback view and their associated functions. As soon as the playback view for the appropriate playback is open (by tapping the fader label), select the cell with the value you want to change and double tap or long-tap.

  • Page 146: Trigger Column

    Showtec LAMPY Series Trigger Column Each cue might have different triggers that affect how the Trig Time column is used. You may change the trigger on a per-cue basis by right-tapping or long-tapping the cell. These trigger types are available: Manual Go This cue will not be played back automatically.

  • Page 147: Load Values Column

    Showtec LAMPY Series For MiB to work, the fixture must be programmed with a dimmer value of 0 % before the Move in Black Cue. Also, for MiB to work, the attributes that should be preset need to be set to “Mark” or “Mark Zero” in the library of the fixture.

  • Page 148: Recording And Modifying Cues

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.6. Recording and Modifying Cues 8.7.6.1. Recording Cues to a Playback To record your first cue to a playback, proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures. 02) Set values for these fixtures. 03) Press the [Rec o r d ] key followed by the fader’s [ B u t t o n ] key.

  • Page 149: Replacing All Values In A Cue In A Playback

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.6.4. Replacing all Values in a Cue in a Playback To replace a cue in a playback, proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures. 02) Set some values for the selected fixtures. 03) Open the playback view for this playback by tapping the Playback Fader Label.

  • Page 150: Adding Or Changing Values In A Cue In A Playback

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.6.5. Adding or Changing Values in a Cue in a Playback To add or modify values in a cue in a playback, proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures. 02) Set values for these fixtures. 03) Open the playback view for this playback by tapping the Playback Fader Label.

  • Page 151: Copying A Playback

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.7. Copying a Playback You may copy Playbacks as follows: 01) Press the [Cop y ] key on the console’s front panel . 02) Tap on the button of the playback to be copied. 03) Tap on the destination playback button.

  • Page 152: Adjusting The Playback Settings

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.9. Adjusting the Playback Settings The Playback Fader Action dialog box provides all settings for the playback displayed in the playback dialog box. It can be opened by tapping the magic wand button. Fig. 145: Edit Playback Fader – Playback Action dialog box 8.7.9.1.

  • Page 153: Fader Function

    Showtec LAMPY Series Fader Function The fader function dropdown defines what the fader of this playback should do. Possible options are: Setting Function Disabled Fader has no function. Dimmer The fader acts as a master dimmer for the cuelist contents. Only dimmer channels are affected.
  • Page 154 Showtec LAMPY Series Setting Function Disabled Button has no function. Select Fader Selects the fader. When selected, the fader shows up on the master fader and the external screen playback view Toggle On / Off The first press on the button will start the playback, the second press will switch it off.

  • Page 155: Setting The Playback Mode

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.9.3. Setting the Playback Mode To set the Mode for this playback, open the Playback Settings dialog box by tapping the magic wand button and scroll down to the Playback Settings section. Playbacks may be set to two different modes, cuelist or chase.

  • Page 156: Cuelist Options

    Showtec LAMPY Series Cuelist Options If cuelist is selected in the Playback Mode group box, an additional section with settings will be available. It contains the following settings: Auto-Off other Effects With Auto-Off other effects are turned on. Effects played back by other playbacks or scenes will be stopped automatically for attributes stored in this playback when it is started.

  • Page 157: Chase Options

    Showtec LAMPY Series Fig. 150: Playback Settings – Learn Timing Button Chase Options If a chase is selected in the Playback Mode group box, an additional section with settings will be available. It contains the following settings: Chase Trigger The chase trigger setting defines what this chase will be using as its timing source. It may be set to one of...
  • Page 158 Showtec LAMPY Series Fig. 151: Playback Settings – Chase Trigger Settings Product: 50733 / 50734 / 50735 / 50736...

  • Page 159: Playback Direction

    Showtec LAMPY Series Playback Direction Defines the order in which the cues in this chase are going to be played back. Possible options are Forward, Backward and Random. Fig. 152: Playback Settings – Playback Direction Cue Crossfade Defines the crossfade time between steps in the chase (in %). 0% means the values will snap, 100 % means that the values will fade for the whole duration of the cue.

  • Page 160: Setting The Run Mode Of The Playback

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.9.4. Setting the Run Mode of the Playback To define if this playback should be looping or switching off at the end, open the Playback Settings dialog box by tapping the magic wand button and scroll down to the Playback Settings section.

  • Page 161: Setting The Off Time Of The Playback

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.7.9.5. Setting the Off Time of the Playback To define if this playback should switch off instantly or fade out when being switched off, open the Playback Settings dialog box by tapping the magic wand button and scroll down to the Playback Settings section.

  • Page 162: Using The Multi-Function Faders

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.8. Using the Multi-Function Faders The multi-function faders offer direct access to fixtures, groups and scenes. These are divided into three different modes, which may be switched by tapping the MFF Mode button at the bottom right of the touchscreen.

  • Page 163: Fixture Mode (Orange)

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.8.1. Fixture Mode (Orange) In Fixture Mode the faders will always load the fixture dimmer value into the programmer, which makes this mode perfect for less experienced people, or for ultra-quick programming. The buttons are always used to select or de-select fixtures.

  • Page 164: Group Mode (Green)

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.8.2. Group Mode (Green) In Group mode the faders will always act as a master dimmer, dimming down programmed values or values in the programmer for the fixtures contained in the group. In case the faders are in a different physical position than the value, the ones that are different from the actual value will have their LED blinking as an indicator.

  • Page 165: Scene Mode (Blue)

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.8.3. Scene Mode (Blue) In scene mode, the fader and button function are user-defined. Scenes themselves are comparable to playbacks or executors but may only contain one cue. In case the faders are in a different physical position than the value, the ones that are different from the actual value will have their LED blinking as an indicator.

  • Page 166: Replacing All Values From Scene Mff

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.8.3.3. Replacing all Values from Scene MFF To replace a scene, proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures. 02) Set some values for the selected fixtures. 03) Press the [Rec o r d ] key followed by a tap on the MFFs button.

  • Page 167: Adding Or Changing Values In A Scene

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.8.3.4. Adding or Changing Values in a Scene To add or modify values in / to a Scene, proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures. 02) Set values for these fixtures. 03) Press the [Rec o r d ] key followed by a tap on the MFFs button.

  • Page 168: Adjusting Scene Settings

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.8.3.8. Adjusting Scene Settings To change the button and fader functions as well as the fade time of each scene individually, press the [ E d i t ] key and tap the scene’s button. Changing a Scenes Fader Function Open the Edit Scene dialog box by pressing the [ E d i t ] key on the console’s front panel and tap the...

  • Page 169: Changing A Scenes Button Function

    Showtec LAMPY Series Changing a Scenes Button Function Open the Edit Scene dialog box by pressing the [ E d i t ] key on the console’s front panel and tap the scene’s button. The behavior of the button can be selected from the Button Settings section in the dialog box which just opened.

  • Page 170: Changing A Scenes Fade And Off-Fade Time

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.8.3.9. Changing a Scenes Fade and Off-Fade Time Open the Edit Scene dialog box by pressing the [ E d i t ] key on the console’s front panel and tap the scene’s button. The Fade Time and the Off Time of the scene can be selected from the Scene Settings section.

  • Page 171: Loading Values From A Scene Into The Programmer

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.8.3.11. Loading Values from a Scene into the Programmer Open the Edit Scene dialog box by pressing the [ E d i t ] key on the console’s front panel and tap the scene’s button. Tap on the Load Values button at the bottom part of the screen.

  • Page 172: Using The Virtual Executor View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9. Using the Virtual Executor View The Virtual Executor view contains a total of 40 executor buttons in 5 rows. Each row may be set to only allow one active playback at a time (“Linked”). You may do so by tapping the magic wand button in the Virtual Executor view.

  • Page 173: The Virtual Executor Labels

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.1. The Virtual Executor Labels The fader label provides several layers of feedback to you: Item Meaning This virtual executor has the name “Not Running” and is not being played back. This virtual executor has the name “Running” and is switched on and running – or: played back.

  • Page 174: Link Row Setting (Allow Only One Executor At A Time Per Row)

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.2. Link Row Setting (Allow Only One Executor at a Time per Row) The virtual playbacks allow each row to be “linked”, which means only one executor at a time in a row can be active. You may access this setting by tapping the magic wand button in the Virtual Executor Options dialog box.

  • Page 175: Recording And Modifying Virtual Executors

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.3. Recording and Modifying Virtual Executors 8.9.3.1. Recording to a Virtual Executor To record your first cue to a virtual executor, proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures. 02) Set values for these fixtures. 03) Press the [Rec o r d ] key and tap the virtual executor’s button on the screen.

  • Page 176: Replacing All Values From A Virtual Executor

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.3.3. Replacing all Values from a Virtual Executor To replace a virtual executor, proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures. 02) Set some values for the selected fixtures. 03) Press the [Rec o r d ] key and tap the virtual executor’s button on the screen.

  • Page 177: Adding Or Changing Values In A Virtual Executor

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.3.4. Adding or Changing Values in a Virtual Executor To add or modify values in a virtual executor, proceed as follows: 01) Select some fixtures. 02) Set values for these fixtures. 03) Press the [Rec o r d ] key and tap the virtual executor’s button on the screen.

  • Page 178: Adjusting Virtual Executor Settings

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.6. Adjusting Virtual Executor Settings To change the button function and fade time of each virtual executor, press the [ E d i t ] key and select the virtual executor’s button from the Virtual Executor view.

  • Page 179: Changing The Virtual Executors Fade And Off-Fade Time

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.6.2. Changing the Virtual Executors Fade and Off-Fade Time Open the Edit Virtual Executor dialog box by pressing the [ E d i t ] key on the console’s front panel and tap the virtual executor you want to change.

  • Page 180: Loading Values From An Executor

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.6.4. Loading Values from an Executor Open the Edit Virtual Executor dialog box by pressing the [ E d i t ] key on the console’s front panel, followed by tapping on the virtual executor that you want to change. Tap on the Load Values button at the bottom part of the screen.

  • Page 181: Grand Master

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.8. Grand Master The Grand Master acts as a master dimmer fader for all fixtures patched on the console. The Reset button will reset the fader back to 100 %, whereas the Blackout button will set the fader to 0 %.

  • Page 182: Global Fx Size

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.9.10. Global FX Size The Global FX Size fader and buttons in the Virtual Executor view are used as a global size master for all effects running in any playback, scene or executor. The 100 % button will reset the fader to its default value. The Double and Half buttons multiply or divide the current value by 2.
  • Page 183 Showtec LAMPY Series Fig. 180: Fader Overview Product: 50733 / 50734 / 50735 / 50736...

  • Page 184: Using The Dmx Output View

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.11. Using the DMX Output View The DMX Output view is a useful tool to troubleshoot data / DMX issues, or to double check which channels are being output at which value. You may open the DMX Output view by tapping the menu button and tapping DMX output.

  • Page 185: Dmx Output View Settings

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.11.1. DMX Output View Settings You may access the settings by tapping the magic wand button in the DMX Output view. The dialog box will present you with the following settings: Setting Function Universe Drop-Down Used to select the universe shown in the DMX view Show Live Data Indicates and defines if current DMX values are displayed.

  • Page 186: Locking The Console

    Showtec LAMPY Series 8.12. Locking the Console You may lock the console to prevent unauthorized access by tapping the Menu button and tapping the Lock button. The default PIN code is “0000”, but the PIN may be changed in the setup menu.

  • Page 187: Protocol Specifications

    Showtec LAMPY Series Protocol Specifications 9.1. Open Sound Control (OSC) 9.1.1. What is OSC Open Sound Control (OSC) is a modern network-based communication protocol that can be used to send a variety of control messages between OSC enabled devices. OSC input is supported on every product in the LAMPY series.

  • Page 188: Osc Command Specification

    Showtec LAMPY Series 9.1.5. OSC Command Specification OSC Command Path Data /lampy /pbf /1-10 /flash 0 = release, 1 = press (Playback Fader) /value 0 < 1000 fader value /name [string] /page /next 0 = release, 1 = press /previous...
  • Page 189 Showtec LAMPY Series OSC Command Path Data /lampy /programmer /global_fx_speed /half 0 = release, 1 = press /pause 0 = release, 1 = press /record 0 = release, 1 = press /edit 0 = release, 1 = press /delete 0 = release, 1 = press...
  • Page 190 Showtec LAMPY Series OSC Command Path Data /lampy /programmer /intensity 0 = release, 1 = press /position 0 = release, 1 = press /color 0 = release, 1 = press /gobo 0 = release, 1 = press /beam 0 = release, 1 = press...

  • Page 191: Midi Input

    Showtec LAMPY Series 9.2. MIDI Input 9.2.1. How to Setup MIDI For information on how to setup MIDI, please see section 8.5.2.11. Enabling the MIDI Input on page 64. 9.2.2. MIDI Command Specification 9.2.2.1. MIDI Note On /Off Command Mapping...

  • Page 192: Midi Control Change Mapping

    Showtec LAMPY Series 9.2.2.2. MIDI Control Change Mapping Control Change (CC) Type Action 0 - 9 Playback Fader 1 – 10 on Page 1 Fader Value 10 - 19 Playback Fader 1 – 10 on Page 2 Fader Value 20 - 29 Playback Fader 1 –...

  • Page 193: Key Combinations / Shortcuts

    Showtec LAMPY Series Key Combinations / Shortcuts Here is a list of shortcuts that can help you program your show: [ E d i t ] + [ A t t r i b u t e G r o u p ] key loads all values of the corresponding attribute group without effects into the programmer.

  • Page 194: Maintenance

    Showtec LAMPY Series Maintenance 11.1. Safety Instructions for Maintenance DANGER Electric shock caused by dangerous voltage inside Disconnect power supply before servicing or cleaning. 11.2. Preventive Maintenance Attention Before each use, examine the device visually for any defects. Make sure that: ●...

  • Page 195: Deinstallation, Transportation And Storage

    Showtec LAMPY Series Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage ● Disconnect power supply before deinstallation. ● Use the original packaging or a flight case to transport the device. ● Always observe the handling instructions printed on the outer carton box, for example: “Handle with care”, “This side up”, “Fragile”.
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