Instruction manual

Introduction Jester Operating Manual
Jester Manual 73-403-00 Issue 3.4 5 of 53
Master Controls and Displays
These controls set the general operating conditions for the desk.
MODE
The MODE button is used to select the operational mode of the desk. The red lights
to the left of the button show the current operating mode (SUPER USER, PRESET,
PROGRAM, RUN).
GRAND MASTER
The GRAND MASTER fader is used for overall control of the maximum output levels
from all channels of the desk.
BLACKOUT
The BLACKOUT button makes all the desk channels output zero and operates in all
modes except SUPER USER. Pressing the BLACKOUT button toggles between
Blackout (all channels at zero) and normal desk outputs. The light in the BLACKOUT
button indicates the current state (Flashing = Blackout, Off = Normal). This is also
replicated on the monitor, with flashing ‘BLACKOUT’ text on the screen. Blackout
does not affect Auxiliaries and DMX-input.
PROGRAM/GO
The PROGRAM/GO button is a multi-coloured, multi-function button which adapts to
the mode in which the desk is currently set. In Preset mode, the button is inactive
although when set to wide mode, it functions as a preset store button, and is
coloured yellow. In Program mode, the PROGRAM/GO button functions as a
program (record) button, and is coloured red. In Run mode, the PROGRAM/GO
button acts as a go/pause button and is coloured green.
Turning on the Desk
1. Connect the DMX cable and Monitor (if required). Although the monitor is
optional, you will find the desk easier to use with a monitor attached.
2. Connect the power supply to the desk and switch it on at the mains.
3. Ensure that ‘Blackout’ is not active (the red light in the Blackout button is off).
4. Set the A MASTER and B MASTER faders to zero.
5. Set the GRAND MASTER fader to full.
6. Set the FADE TIME control to manual.
Numeric Entry
Numeric fields can be completed by using the CHANNEL FLASH buttons on preset
B. Firstly navigate to the required field, then press ENTER. The flash buttons now
function as number buttons, with channels 1 to 9 entering the numbers 1 to 9, and
channels 10 onwards entering the number 0. Once the number is entered, press
ENTER to confirm.