Chapter 4: Fixture Programming; Dmx Programming Overview; Full Speed Verses Mspeed Control; Dmx Programming Options - High End Systems SHOWGUN User Manual

Chapter 4:
Fixture Programming

DMX Programming Overview

A parameter is a fixture attribute that can be controlled to modify the light beam in terms of
color, beam quality and pattern, intensity, or focus (position). DMX programming assigns a DMX
value to each of the fixture's parameters. A look (sometimes referred to a scene or a cue) is one
combination of parameter settings. These looks are the building blocks for show creation.

Full Speed verses MSpeed Control

Some parameters can be set to operate at full speed or MSpeed (motor speed). Full speed
operations are completed in the shortest length of time after the motor starts moving. With
MSpeed control, change occurs smoothly over the entire MSpeed time value selected. For
example, if you select an MSpeed time of 30 seconds, the motor will gradually change position
until it reaches its new destination at the end of 30 seconds.

DMX Programming Options

Using a DMX controller, you can program an unlimited number of looks and retain direct control
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over the SHOWGUN

Programming with a DMX Console

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The Wholehog , the Hog
available from High End Systems to control SHOWGUN
Accessories on page 3). For information on whether your DMX controller supports SHOWGUN
fixtures, contact the controller's vendor. For information on operating your fixture with a
controller (or control device such as DMX control software), consult the documentation provided
with the controller.
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fixture at all times.
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iPC, and the Road Hog lighting consoles; and Hog
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fixtures (see Related Products and
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3PC software are
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