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==Lecture 5: Setting properties of fixtures ==
==Lecture 5: Setting properties of fixtures ==


First step is to select devices or groups in the liveview, see previous lesson.
First step is to select devices or groups in the '''stage view''', see previous lesson [[Lesson 4]].
You can set properties of the selected devices by means of the "property panels".
You can set properties of the selected devices by means of the "property panels".
Simply click to a color or select a gobo within the beam panel. Of course, you  shouldn't forgot to open the shutter or to set the brightness in the intensity panel.
Simply click to a color or select a gobo within the beam panel. Of course, you  shouldn't forgot to open the shutter or to set the brightness in the intensity panel.


By animating the'' 'Stage View''' you can see the impact very well, especially in the moving lights.


[[File:DMXC3L05 propertyPanels.JPG|600px]]
[[File:DMXC3L05 propertyPanels.JPG|center|600px]]


 
Movements can be controlled by the X/Y (pan/tilt)panel. The movement is also shown in the live view icons. But please consider, that not the moving path, but only the destination position will be stored laterly.
Movements can be controlled by the X/Y panel. It is also shown in the live view icons. But please consider, that not the moving path, but only the destination position will be stored laterly.


Most of the property panels are self explaining. We have
Most of the property panels are self explaining. We have
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A more sophisticated way of property settings is provided by the "property panel". In this panel the properties are shown with current values. Sometimes you can modify the values by typing in a DMX value, more often you can find a dropdown menu that allows to select properties in more abstract or graphical view, see the color dropdown as example for setting the RGB value of RGB Pars.
A more sophisticated way of property settings is provided by the "property panel". In this panel the properties are shown with current values. Sometimes you can modify the values by typing in a DMX value, more often you can find a dropdown menu that allows to select properties in more abstract or graphical view, see the color dropdown as example for setting the RGB value of RGB Pars.


 
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[[File:DMXC3L05 propertyRGBPar.JPG]]
[[File:DMXC3L05 propertyRGBPar.JPG]]


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The  following picture demonstrates a very interesting capability: You can  even select different device types and set a common property in one step. The DMXControl kernel engine will assign the best matching values automatically. Of course, if required you can modify the attributes manually.
The  following picture demonstrates a very interesting capability of the new DMXControl kernel: You can  even select different device types in parallel and set a common property in one step.  
This also works with devices that have different functions (such as scanners and LED lights).
The DMXControl kernel engine will assign the best matching values automatically. Of course, if required you can modify the attributes manually.




[[File:DMXC3L05 propertyMix.JPG]]
[[File:DMXC3L05 propertyMix.JPG]]
In this example, a moving light and PAR lights were selected. Both devices can be assigned in one step in the Property Grid the yellow color.
In addition to the simultaneous control of multiple devices, you can also control multiple groups as if they were one unit. Therefore you have to change the option in the Property Grid from '''value''' to '''Group handling''' .


[[File:DMXC3L05 PropertyGroupHandling.jpg]]
[[File:DMXC3L05 PropertyGroupHandling.jpg]]


'''topics to be added (by beta testers)'''
* matrix panel




==Excercise==
==Excercise==
* Set the moving lights to red color, the RBG Pars to blue and open the two central lamps (dimmer) to 100%
* Set the moving lights to red color, the RBG Pars to blue and open the two front light lamps (dimmer) to 100%
* Now set all left hand lamps to yellow and all right hand lamps to pink. You should need just 4 operations (mouse clicks) for this task.
* Now set all left hand lamps to yellow and all right hand lamps to pink. You should need just 4 operations (mouse clicks) for this task.
* Observe the movement of TS-255 devices when using the X/Y pad.
* Observe the movement of TS-255 devices when using the X/Y pad (position panel).
 
 
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Overview

In this lesson we explain how to control the properties of devices by several property panels. DMXControl 3 provides an very powerful abstraction level for properties, allowing to handle different devices in the same way.

Lecture 5: Setting properties of fixtures

First step is to select devices or groups in the stage view, see previous lesson Lesson 4. You can set properties of the selected devices by means of the "property panels". Simply click to a color or select a gobo within the beam panel. Of course, you shouldn't forgot to open the shutter or to set the brightness in the intensity panel.

By animating the 'Stage View' you can see the impact very well, especially in the moving lights.

DMXC3L05 propertyPanels.JPG

Movements can be controlled by the X/Y (pan/tilt)panel. The movement is also shown in the live view icons. But please consider, that not the moving path, but only the destination position will be stored laterly.

Most of the property panels are self explaining. We have

  • color panel - pich the wanted color
  • position panel - set the pan/tilt position
  • intensity panel - set brightness
  • gobo panel - select gobo
  • beam panel - fade between two beams (e.g. in beamer tool)

Some remarks to the intensity panel:

Attribute Description Example
dimmer set dimmer value by fader or by static values in percent
strobe strobe speed
shutter open or close shutter
Lumos Lumos stands for "light", it is a direct function for dimmer/shutter, Lumos opens it (100%), NoX closes is (0%) you don't need to know if the device includes a shutter or dimmer


DMXC3L05 propertyTS.JPG


A more sophisticated way of property settings is provided by the "property panel". In this panel the properties are shown with current values. Sometimes you can modify the values by typing in a DMX value, more often you can find a dropdown menu that allows to select properties in more abstract or graphical view, see the color dropdown as example for setting the RGB value of RGB Pars.

Template:Bild mit Unterschrift DMXC3L05 propertyRGBPar.JPG


DMXC3L05 propertyRGBParColor.jpg


The following picture demonstrates a very interesting capability of the new DMXControl kernel: You can even select different device types in parallel and set a common property in one step. This also works with devices that have different functions (such as scanners and LED lights). The DMXControl kernel engine will assign the best matching values automatically. Of course, if required you can modify the attributes manually.


DMXC3L05 propertyMix.JPG


In this example, a moving light and PAR lights were selected. Both devices can be assigned in one step in the Property Grid the yellow color.

In addition to the simultaneous control of multiple devices, you can also control multiple groups as if they were one unit. Therefore you have to change the option in the Property Grid from value to Group handling .

DMXC3L05 PropertyGroupHandling.jpg


Excercise

  • Set the moving lights to red color, the RBG Pars to blue and open the two front light lamps (dimmer) to 100%
  • Now set all left hand lamps to yellow and all right hand lamps to pink. You should need just 4 operations (mouse clicks) for this task.
  • Observe the movement of TS-255 devices when using the X/Y pad (position panel).


Certificate

I have understood the topics of this lecture and want to continue with next course: Lesson 6



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