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- Page 1 MC 6300 MEMORY LIGHTING CONTROLLER Software Revision 1.00 and above OPERATION MANUAL...
- Page 3 MC 6300 MEMORY LIGHTING CONTROLLER OPERATION MANUAL Software Revision 1.0 and above Document Revised: 2/2/96 Copyright 1996 NSI CORPORATION Wilsonville, OR...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Configuring ................12 Table of Contents MC 6300 Software Revision 1.00 and above... - Page 5 MC 6300 Software Revision 1.00 and above MIDI Console Operation With MIDI ............15 Console Recording and Playback .
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Page 7: Introduction
The result is a control package with the flexibility for a variety of innovative applications. The NSI MC 6300 Series Lighting Console features an advanced microprocessor based design containing many benefits found in today’ s personal computers. This technology provides for the option of adding programmable Memory Scene Masters and Chase effects to the simplicity of a familiar two scene console. -
Page 8: Installation\Setup
Micro-Plex runs of over 100 ft may require the use of the power supply. Micro-Plex and the power supply may be used simultaneously. Connect the power supply to the DC power connector on the back of the MC 6300 and connect the other end to an 120V AC outlet. The console has no power switch. -
Page 9: Overview
5. Fade Rate The MC 6300 has an autofader to provide automatic dipless crossfades from one scene to another. The Fade Rate slide control determines the speed at which the fate will occur. The fade will happen instantly when this control is in the fully down position and causes increasingly slower fades as the control is raised. - Page 10 NOTE: Touch All of the buttons on the MC 6300 that initiate or deactivate scenes operate such that tapping Sensitive Buttons the button will cause fading to occur at the current fade rate determined by the Fade Rate slide control.
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Page 11: Rear Panel
MC 6300 Software Revision 1.00 and above Rear Panel 1. Power In If the console is not being used with NSI dimmers operating with Micro-Plex., the Power In connector provides for connection to a power supply that is appropriate for the country that the console is used in. -
Page 12: Operation Guide
Operation Memory Scenes The MC 6300 is capable of storing 128 scenes in internal memory. These scenes are completely user programmable and may be reprogrammed at any time. The memory scenes are organized into 16 pages of 8. Eight memory scene access buttons are available on the controller to bring up any of the 8 scenes within the page indicated on the LCD display. -
Page 13: Audio Sync
MC 6300 Software Revision 1.00 and above The LCD displays the Stack information as follows: An asterisks in both step fields indicate that the Stack is empty and not programmed. An asterisks in the Next Step field only indicates that the Stack will be cleared the next time the Go button is pressed. -
Page 14: Modify
Any changes on the MC 6300 will not affect stage levels. It should be noted that exiting the Blind mode will instantly change stage levels to controller levels. If this is not desired, it is necessary to return the controller to the same setting as the stage levels. -
Page 15: Programming Guide
MC 6300 Software Revision 1.00 and above General To initiate programming, first tap the Program button. This will lite the Program LED indicating that the program mode is active. Also, the LCD display will prompt to select an item to program. Tap the function button to be programmed (Memory Scene, Chase, Stack Go or Audio). -
Page 16: Programming The Stack
Tap the Stack Go button to record step 1. Tap Memory Scene 2. Tap the Stack Go button to record step 2. Tap Memory Scene 3. Tap the Stack Go button to record step 3. Tao Memory Scene 4. MC 6300 Software Revision 1.00 and above NSI CORPORATION... - Page 17 MC 6300 Software Revision 1.00 and above Tap the Stack Go button to record step 4. Tap the Blackout button. The "ID" in the lower left hand corner stands for Insert and Delete. Tapping the Next or Previous buttons while either the "I" or the "D" is underlined causes a step to be either inserted before the currently displayed step or deleted.
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Page 18: Configuration Guide
Edit Patch The NSI MC 6300 console can actually control up to 128 dimmer channels through the use of Softpatch. Each of the 16 control channels can be assigned to any number of dimmer channels between 1 and 128. - Page 19 There are 16 MIDI channels. To change either the Transmit or Receive channel of the MC 6300, use the Select button to select either channel number on the display. Then use the Next or Previous buttons to change the number.
- Page 20 Configuration Guide Configuring MIDI Transmit The MC 6300 can transmit Memory Scene MIDI commands in either Note number or Program Mode Change Mode. Use the Select button to select the current configuration and the Next or Previous button to toggle it.
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Page 21: Console Operation With Midi
Console Using the MC 6300 console with a MIDI sequencer provides for a completely automated lighting show. Since the MIDI data is in the same format as synthesizers, the MC 6300 Operation takes full advantage of overdubbing, editing, and auto-correcting features of your sequencer With MIDI to produce very elaborate and complex lighting sequences. - Page 22 128 note numbers. To activate this mode, the sequencer needs to send a Control Change #70 to the MC 6300. A value of 0 will turn the Direct Dimmer Access mode off. A value of 1 will turn it on, but will ignore Note Off commands.
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Page 23: Midi Implementation
= Control value (see below) n = MIDI channel assignment 1 - 16 (0-15) v = Program Change number (see below) Start of System Exclusive NSI Manufacture’s ID MC 6300 identifier First data byte Last data byte Data checksum End of System Exclusive... -
Page 24: Control Changes
Lower 7 bits of Stack step number Chase Off Chases 1 - 8 Console Blackout Direct Dimmer Access off Direct Dimmer Access on - ignore Note Off commands Direct Dimmer Access on - Note Off commands accepted MC 6300 NSI CORPORATION... -
Page 25: Specifications
MC 6300 Software Revision 1.00 and above Console Specificati Control Channels Max. Dimmers Memory Scenes Pages Chases Memory Dimmer Outputs MIDI Input Power Approx Dimensions (HxWxD) Weight (lbs) NSI CORPORATION Specifications 8 - maximum of 32 steps each Non-volatile EEPROM... -
Page 26: Trouble Shooting
Check for a bad control cable by replacing it. If the cable is longer than 100 feet, try a shorter one. Make sure the console is outputting the proper output protocol. The dimmer pack may be defective. Locked. Check Configuration menu for Program lock. MC 6300 NSI CORPORATION... -
Page 27: Warranty
MC 6300 Software Revision 1.00 and above Corporation Limited Warranty NSI Corporation warrants new electronics products to be free from defective materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase to the original owner when purchased from an authorized NSI dealer.