ETC PARADIGM Configuration And User Manual

ETC PARADIGM Configuration And User Manual

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Handheld Touchscreen and Wireless Accessories
Configuration and User Manual
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C o p y r i g h t © 2 0 1 3 E le c tr o n i c T h e a t r e C o n t r o l s , I n c .
A l l R i g h t s r e s e r v e d .
P r o d u c t in f o r m a t i on a n d s p e c i f i c a t i o n s s u bj e c t t o c h a n g e .
P a r t N u m b e r : 7184M1210 R e v A
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  • Page 1 Handheld Touchscreen and Wireless Accessories Configuration and User Manual Revision A C o p y r i g h t © 2 0 1 3 E le c tr o n i c T h e a t r e C o n t r o l s , I n c . A l l R i g h t s r e s e r v e d .
  • Page 2 ® ® ET C a n d U n i s o n P a r a d i g m a r e e i th e r r e g i s t e r e d t r a d e m a r k s o r t r a d e ma r k s o f E l e c tr o n i c T h e a t r e C o n t r o ls , I n c . i n th e U n i t e d S ta t e s a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s .
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s Introduction ......1 Document Conventions .
  • Page 4 Modes and Use ........16 Automatic Config Selection .
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Welcome to the Unison Paradigm Handheld and Wireless Accessories Configuration and User Manual. This manual contains the procedures for setup of the Paradigm Handheld Touchscreen as well as configuration of its use with wireless accessories including the Paradigm Docking Station and Wireless Access Station and its configuration with LinkConnect accessories including the Unison Portable Connector Station (UH1RS).
  • Page 6: Document Conventions

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  • Page 7: Overview

    The Paradigm Handheld Touchscreen provides flexible control of your Paradigm lighting control system, wherever it is convenient for you to work in the venue. The Handheld Touchscreen can be connected to your Paradigm lighting control system using a LinkConnect wired connection, MeshConnect wireless connection, or docked on the Paradigm Docking Station.
  • Page 8: Handheld Touchscreen Overview

    P o w e r a n d D a ta C o n n e c t i o n s LinkConnect LinkConnect uses Echelon® LonTalk® with LinkPower to connect by cable between the Handheld Touchscreen and the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP). “LinkConnect Overview and Setup” on page 10. MeshConnect MeshConnect Uses the Handheld Touchscreen built-in radio to communicate wirelessly with a Docking Station or Wireless Access Station.
  • Page 9: Access Panel

    A c c e s s P a n e l The access panel is located on the top edge of the Handheld Touchscreen. To open the access panel, place your thumb on the front of the access panel and wrap your fingers to the back side.
  • Page 10: Lon

    • Act indicator - flashes to indicated the device is operating normally. This section includes all buttons and indicators that relate specifically to data use. • Svc button - sends a service pin message by LinkConnect to the connected processor •...
  • Page 11: Wireless Status Soft Button

    Wireless Status Soft Button • The top right corner of the Touchscreen displays a soft button which displays as different icons depending on the current state of the system and how the Handheld is configured. The Handheld can be configured for Manual or Automatic configuration selection.
  • Page 12: Usb Ports

    See “Charging using Micro USB Power Supply” on page 37. Docking Station Overview The Docking Station connects to the Paradigm control network using Ethernet or NetConnect (Power over Ethernet 802.3af) and serves the Handheld Touchscreen as both a table top charging station and a wireless access point for MeshConnect communications.
  • Page 13: Wireless Access Station Overview

    Wirel ess Access Station Overview The Wireless Access Station connects to the Paradigm control network over LinkConnect and serves the Handheld Touchscreen as a wireless access point for MeshConnect communication. LinkConnect LinkConnect uses Echelon® LonTalk® with LinkPower to connect by cable between the Wireless Access Station and the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP).
  • Page 14: Linkconnect Overview And Setup

    N o t e : If the ID is not entered into the LightDesigner configuration, the station must be manually connected (bound) at the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P- ACP). When manual binding is required, reference the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manual.
  • Page 15: Meshconnect Overview And Setup

    Wireless Access Stations must exist in the LightDesigner configuration. • All station Neuron IDs should be added to the LightDesigner configuration. • The LightDesigner configuration should be uploaded to the connected Paradigm Architectural Control Processor(s). • Docking Stations have been assigned compatible IP Addresses. Reference page 13 instructions to assign the IP Address.
  • Page 16: Setup And Connect

    S e t u p a n d C o n n e c t Step 1: Fully charge the Handheld Touchscreen before using with a MeshConnect control system. Reference Charging the Handheld Touchscreen, page 37 instructions. Step 2: Press the “Power” button once on the front of the Handheld. Application startup takes a minimum of 20 seconds.
  • Page 17: Connecting Wirelessly To A Docking Station Or Wireless Access Station

    Assign an IP Address for a Docking Station: Step 1: Connect the Docking Station to the lighting control network following the instructions provided in the Paradigm Docking Station Setup Guide. Step 2: Power on the Handheld Touchscreen, then dock it to the Docking Station.
  • Page 18: Configuration And Theme Files

    R e t r i e v e t h e C o n f i g u r a t i o n a n d T h e m e F i l e s Configuration and theme files are available from the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP) or from within the LightDesigner configuration.
  • Page 19 Step 6: Press [Load From] and choose the removable media source the configuration files will be loaded from, then press [OK]. Step 7: Select the specific file (or select multiple files) from the list that you would like to load onto the Touchscreen. N o t e : Standard ETC provided themes used in your configuration do not need to be manually loaded to the LCD.
  • Page 20: Configuration Selection

    N o t e : All wireless devices must be on the same HF Channel to communicate. Reference the Paradigm LightDesigner online help system or the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manual for information to change the HF Channel in Handheld Touchscreen wireless accessory products.
  • Page 21 Each wireless device in the list also displays the name of the associated configuration and a bar graph indicating the wireless signal strength for that device. Select an access point from the list and press the [Connect] button to load the specified configuration for that wireless device.
  • Page 22: Setup Menu

    C h a p t e r 2 Setup Menu Pressing the [Setup] button or pressing the “Mode” button Buttons and Indicators on page 5displays the Setup menu. This chapter contains the following sections: • About ..........19 •...
  • Page 23: About

    • Neuron Id: a station specific unique hardware address that is permanent to the Touchscreen. This ID is used by the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor to bind/ associate (bind) stations within the LightDesigner configuration. • Bootloader: the bootloader software version.
  • Page 24: Screen

    Screen The Screen tab provides user settings for the Handheld Touchscreen including: • Backlight Level: a level bar is provided to set the relative brightness of the Touchscreen backlight. By default, the level is set to full. N o t e : When the Light Sensor is “On”, the backlight level sets the maximum level of brightness.
  • Page 25: Calibrate Touchscreen

    C a l i b r a t e T o u c h s c r e e n The Screen tab provides a [Calibrate Touchscreen] button that when pressed, launches the calibration display. This display is provided as a tool for recalibrating the touch behaviors on the Touchscreen.
  • Page 26: Comms

    Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP) the Touchscreen is connected to, and provides access to the wireless connectivity features. • Server Name: this is the name of the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor that the Touchscreen is connected to (P-ACP). • Connection Type: this is the type of connection that is made to the P-ACP. Connection types include Wireless, High Speed Serial Dock (+Wireless), or LinkConnect (Lon), or None.
  • Page 27: Radio Options

    HF Channel Energy Scan, press the [Radio Options] button. S e l e c t H F C h a n ne l The Paradigm Handheld is set to HF Channel 10 by factory default. To change the ▼] button in the selection field.
  • Page 28: Automatic Selection Threshold

    Automatic Selection Threshold This setting allows you to specify the wireless signal strength (in dBm) before a configuration change occurs when your "Wireless Config Selection" is set to Automatic. As a wireless signal weakens the Handheld Touchscreen will search the area for a stronger signal.
  • Page 29: Wireless Hf Power

    W i r e l e s s H F P o w e r Wireless HF Power is the power that the Handheld Touchscreen antenna is currently using. By default, this is set to 10 dBm. Selection is available up to 18 dBm. The higher the power, the stronger the wireless signal range will be for the Handheld Touchscreen.
  • Page 30: Site Survey

    N o t e : All Paradigm wireless signals that are detected on the same HF Channel will display in this list, even if the devices are not yet bound within the configuration.
  • Page 31: Protected Features And Tabs

    Protected Features and Tabs The “Files”, “Network” and “System” tabs as well as the Timed Events and “Passcodes” features on the Config tab are protected by a passcode and should be used only by trained personnel. Typically these displays are accessed only during system commissioning. Pressing any of the tab names will display a keypad for setup or admin passcode entry.
  • Page 32: Add Event

    Adding a new event and editing an event are similar in process. A d d E v e n t Step 1: Press the [Add] button, a “New Timed Event” configurator displays. Step 2: Specify the “Start Time”. Pressing the default [Time of Day] button displays a list of available start times including;...
  • Page 33 If an override has been created for the Timed Event, select the override from the options. For more information regarding overrides, please reference the Paradigm LightDesigner online help system or contact ETC Technical Services. Step 5: Press [Next] to specify the Recurrence settings of the Timed Event.
  • Page 34: Passcodes

    Step 7: Press [Next] then select the drop down selection located next to “Start Action” to display available options. Step 8: Press to select the option from the list. Notice the ability to scroll to more options using the scroll bar on the right. Depending on the selection, more options may display for setting on the “Start Action”...
  • Page 35: Files

    SD Card Slot on page 6. N o t e : If the Paradigm Touchscreen is already associated with a Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP), it will automatically begin retrieving its LCD configuration file when powered. Standard ETC provided themes are loaded for you at ETC and will display beneath the “Themes”...
  • Page 36: Saving And Loading Configuration And Theme Files

    S a v i n g a n d L o a di n g C o n f i g u r a t i o n a n d T h e m e F i l e s Step 1: To begin, you must have an USB key or SD card (your choice) inserted into the Handheld Touchscreen.
  • Page 37: Dock

    N e u r o n I D The Docking Station Neuron ID displays at the bottom of the Dock tab. This Neuron ID is required when binding the Docking Station to the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP). Handheld Touchscreen and Wireless Accessories User Manual...
  • Page 38: System

    System With the exception of battery information, the information displayed on this tab is primarily of interest to ETC Technical Services for troubleshooting. Additional features of this tab includes the ability to Reload Firmware, Reset to Defaults, and view the Event Log.
  • Page 39: Reload Firmware

    Firmware is loaded to the Handheld Touchscreen from removable media. N o t e : Docking Station and Wireless Access Station firmware are loaded from the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP). Reference the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manual for instructions. Step 1: Insert the USB key or SD card, with the firmware files saved, into the port on the Touchscreen.
  • Page 40: Maintenance

    C h a p t e r 3 Maintenance This chapter contains the following sections: • Charging the Handheld Touchscreen....37 • Cleaning the Touchscreen.
  • Page 41: Charging The Handheld Touchscreen

    Charging the Handheld Touchscreen Charging of the Handheld Touchscreen will be required as part of normal use. Typical battery life will be 4 hours of use time, 8 hours of Standby time. The Handheld Touchscreen can be charged using three methods; docked to the Docking Station, connected by a LinkConnect Portable Cable, or through a micro USB charger (not included).
  • Page 42: Cleaning The Touchscreen

    Cleaning the Touchscreen Use a dry micro fibre or lint-free cloth to clean any finger prints and oils from the Touchscreen.The use of chemical or water based solutions are not necessary. C A U T I O N : Use of liquid cleaners on the Touchscreen may damage the display. Liquid cleaners should never be sprayed directly on the display.
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