Quick start manual

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Simple Generic Console / Test Technician
“Simple mode” provides a simple interface for controlling generic dimmers or for testing a single intelligent fixture. It
hides the complexity of programming moving lights. MagicQ is still fully running – just the window view is much
simpler. It is possible to change between the two modes at any time by pressing the Simple / Norm buttons in the top
right corner.
Simple mode shows 48 faders (dmx channels 1 to 48) and the 10 playback faders.
Simple Mode (also Test Technician)
Simple mode is also used for Test Technicians. Pressing the TEST SHOW button allows the user to choose a fixture to
test. MagicQ then creates a show with this fixture patched at DMX address channel 1. Test cues are automatically
recorded onto the first 10 playbacks – these include lamp on/off, locate, position test, colour test, CMY test and more.
The individual attributes of the fixture can be tested using the 48 channel faders. The Outputs section shows the values
being output.