Setup guide

Palette
LIGHTING CONTROL CONSOLE INSTALLATION & SETUP GUIDE
8 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW
SOFTWARE OVERVIEW
1. PALETTE Software
The PALETTE processor utilizes an embedded version of Microsoft® Windows XP to run a specially designed
PALETTE lighting control software developed by Horizon Control, Inc. The PALETTE application works in
conjunction with console hardware buttons/sliders/playback faders/and encoders to provide control of external
devices, data management, and show file storage.
Note: Other programs cannot be installed by end-user on the processor. Visit www.horizoncontrol.com for additional
compatible software downloads.
Benefits of PALETTE Software:
• PALETTE is a tracking-based application.
• The PALETTE software replaces the hidden command structure of traditional DOS-based tracking consoles with
an easy-to-use Graphical User Interface. The PALETTE software provides standard operations such as Menus and
Dialog Boxes, so that it can be easily operated by any computer-literate user.
• PALETTE displays a wealth of information on its graphical screen, allowing the user to work faster and more effi-
ciently.
• The PALETTE software can be upgraded or expanded, at no additional cost, should the need arise.
2. Off-Line Editor
A free off-line editor and remote video software is available at: www.strandlighting.com or www.horizoncontrol.com
3. Control of Connected Devices
Control of connected devices and/or lighting systems is achieved by using the console desk hardware in conjunction
with the PALETTE software application. In some cases, actions can be performed using either the hardware or
software, providing you with a variety of choices suitable to your preferences and requirements.
• For more information about the hardware controls, refer to "Console Overview" on page 14.
• For more instructions on using the PALETTE software, please refer to the Help system within the program itself
(by either selecting it from the Help Menu or pressing the [Help] button on the desk) or the PALETTE Software
User Manual.
4. External Control
The console can accept several forms of external control, depending on your console's particular configuration.
These include, but are not limited to, touchscreens, and PALETTE Remote Focus Units. Refer to "HOOK-UP" on
page 11.