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Software Setup ........................................................................................... 11
The Axon Desktop ....................................................................................... 11
Launching the Content Management Application (CMA)..................................... 12
Verifying and Uploading Software .................................................................. 12
Configuring Axon......................................................................................... 13
Shutting Down the Server ........................................................................... 14
Chapter 3: Live Video Input and Control
The Axon media server can receive and control live video from an external
source.
Live Video Sources ...................................................................................... 15
Hardware Set-up ......................................................................................... 15
S-Video...................................................................................................... 16
SDI ........................................................................................................... 16
Accessing Live Video Feed in the Graphics Engine ...................................... 16
Chapter 4: DMX Programming Basics and Quick Start
If you are new to DMX programing, this chapter will give you a brief overview
on programming DL.3, DL.2, and Axon media servers followed by a example of
using a Wholehog console to patch and display output from a media server.
DMX Programming Overview ...................................................................... 17
DMX512 Links ............................................................................................. 17
8-bit vs. 16-bit DMX Parameters.................................................................... 17
Determining a DMX Start Channel.................................................................. 18
Protocol Levels ............................................................................................ 19
DL.3 and DL.2 Protocol Levels .................................................................... 19
Axon Protocol Levels ................................................................................. 20
Lighting Console Tips .................................................................................. 21
Fixture Libraries: ......................................................................................... 21
Patching Digital Light Fixtures and Axon Media Servers..................................... 21
DMX Output Displays ................................................................................... 21
Wholehog III Programming Notes .............................................................. 22
Play Speed ................................................................................................. 22
Mask Strobe ............................................................................................... 22
Play Modes (Opacity) ................................................................................... 22
CMY........................................................................................................... 22
Control Channel Functions ............................................................................ 22
Quick Start with a Wholehog Console ......................................................... 23
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