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Important Safety Instructions + Read these instructions. + Keep these instructions. + Heed all warnings. + Follow all instructions. + Do not use this apparatus near water. + Clean only with dry cloth. + Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. + Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
WARNING! This CLASS I apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. ATTENTION! Ce appareils de CLASSE I doit être raccordé à une prise secteur dotée d'une connexion à la terre. WARNING! Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Revision History This manual has been revised as follows: VI Version Release Date BASIC March 22, 2013 A May 20, 2013 B July 9, 2013 Notes Initial release. Various updates. Added Brightness Level instructions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction About This Manual ................................................................................................................................................... Additional Documentation ........................................................................................................................................ Training Videos .........................................................................................................................................
Notes VIII V276 ON MAC INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
INTRODUCTION About This Manual This manual provides necessary information regarding product safety, installation, and operation for the following equipment: + V276 On Mac (20.9818.0001) This manual applies to the hardware (console) only. For complete software operating instructions, refer to the following manual: + Vx76 Software User Manual (02.9814.0001.xx) Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you get the most out of your lighting system.
Text Conventions and Icons The following button styles are used throughout this manual: [Button] Front panel "hard" button. Example: Press [Cue] [1] [Enter] to recall Cue 1.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Features The V276 On Mac is a compact lighting control console. When combined with a user-supplied Mac® computer, the console is capable of controlling automated luminaires, conventional fixtures and media servers. The hardware interface of the V276 includes six encoders and ten submasters. Additional faders can be added with the addition of any third-party console or submaster wing. The V276 generates four universes of DMX-512 and eight universes of ArtNet/sACN direct from the console.
Vx76 Software The V276 On Mac works in combination with PRG Vx76 software. The Vx76 software application provides the graphical user interface (GUI) for console operation. The Vx76 application is installed on the host computer and may be upgraded as new features become available.
Front Panel Layout The following illustration shows the major control areas of the V276 console: Function Encoders (4) Four knobs which control luminaire parameters as selected by the Encoder Buttons. Intensity Buttons Applies an intensity state to selected luminaire(s). Control Buttons Initiates various control actions. Submaster Buttons Controls submaster playback. Grandmaster Fader Masters overall intensity output. Encoders Buttons Selects a luminaire parameter for control by Encoder Knobs.
Rear Panel Layout The following illustration shows the rear panel layout of the V276 console: Power Switch Trigger Desk lamp SMPTE In MIDI DMX AC In 12 VDC In Thru Out In USB In In 1 2 3 4 Out Link DMX Link Act RDM Act 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz 1A MAX _ o Desk lamp 12 VDC Status In Panel Out Act Model 20-9818-0001 Desk Lamp Connector MIDI Input / Output Switch Closure Trigger Input USB (to computer) SMPTE Input DMX512 Output (4 Universes) DMX512 Input Figure 4: V276 Rear Pa
INSTALLATION Unpack and Setup Procedure Step 1. Remove all components from shipping box (Figure 5). Foam Insert Dust Cover Desk Lamp (x2) V276 On Mac Console USB Thumb Drive Installation/ Operation Manual AC Line Power Cord Shipping Box USB Cable Figure 5: Unpacking the V276 On Mac Contents Step 2. Remove dust cover from console. Step 3. Place console on a sturdy table or other flat surface (Figure 6). CAUTION: Power supply plug and/or power switch/circuit breaker shall remain readily operable.
ATTENTION: Prise d'alimentation et / ou l'interrupteur d'alimentation / disjoncteur doit rester facilement accessible. Step 4. Connect USB Cable (supplied) from USB connector at back of console to an available USB connector on host Mac computer. Step 5. Connect AC Line Power Cord (supplied) from AC In connector at back of console to AC power source. Note: A Macbook Pro computer is shown in this example. The host computer used in your specific system may be different. (Table not included.
Step 6. At rear of console, install desk lamps as required (Figure 7). Desk Lamp Desk Lamp Figure 7: Installing Desk Lamps Step 7. Connect console to system using Ethernet and DMX ports (Figure 8).
Step 8. Connect optional external devices as required (Figure 9).
BASIC OPERATION The following sections provide basic procedures for powering up the hardware and starting the software application. For complete instructions on controlling a lighting system, refer to the Vx76 Software User Manual. Power Up Console and Launch Vx76 Application Use the following procedure to power up the console and to launch the software application. To power up and launch: Step 1. At rear of console, set power switch to ON position (Figure 10). Step 2.
LED Indicators LED indicators located on the rear panel provide feedback for device and system connections.
SETTING PREFERENCES Brightness Level The brightness level can be set for the console backlight and desk lamps. This is done by pressing the blank button (i.e., the button with no label) at the Encoder area and turning the Pan or Tilt encoders. To set a new brightness level: Step 1. At Encoder area, press and hold blank button to activate dimming (Figure 12). Options are: a. Pan encoder controls backlight of entire console. b. Tilt encoder controls desk lamps. Step 2.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS V276 On Mac Console Function Capacities: + Channels: 4,000 multiple parameter luminaires + Color Palettes: 1,000 + Beam Palettes: 1,000 + Presets: 1,000 + Macros: 2,000 + Effects: 1,000 + Sets: 1,000 + Sequences: 1,000 + Dynamics: 500 + System Snapshots: 1,000 + Cue Snapshots: 10,000 + Cues: 10,000 + Stacks: 1,000 + Encoders: 6 + Faders: 11 + Submasters: 10 (+1 Grandmaster) External Equipment: + Apple® Macbook Pro, iMac, Macbook Air, Mac Mini, Mac Pro + PRG Node Plus - provides up t
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Notes 16 V276 ON MAC INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
V276 On Mac Installation & Operation Manual Version as of: July 9, 2013 PRG part number: 02.9818.
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