elektraLite CP16/24 - Manual (Page 18)

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PERFORMANCE
Live performance of the CP16/24 for the most part involves calling cues, chases, and macros. The easiest
method of performance, which doesn't require an operator, is to call a macro or chase and let it loop
continuously. The macro or chase will continue to run until it is interrupted by a call to another macro, chase, or
cue, or by pressing "Black". A macro can be paused by pressing the "-" key. Pressing "+" will continue the
macro, and "Go" will advance the macro to the next step.
You can also call cues directly by pressing "Cue", then the desired cue number, then "Go". The next cue
number will automatically be displayed so that you can continue to press "Go" to call one cue after another in
ascending order. The "+" and "-" keys can also be used to select the next cue.
Direct Control of Fixtures
During performance you can take direct control of any fixture or group of fixtures using the joystick and control
faders. The current fixture selection is saved in battery-backed memory so that when the CP16/24 is turned off
it will always power up as you left it.
Any fixtures that are enabled will respond to movement of the joystick or control faders. This gives the operator
the option of live performance control even if a macro or chase is running. If there is a chase running, any
channel settings that are adjusted using the faders or joystick will temporarily override the chase control of those
channels. The chase memory will not be affected.
Use the joystick in fine mode when you want to manually follow with a focus on stage. Fine mode moves a
focus relative to its previous position.
Black
Pressing the "Black" switch sets all DMX512 channels to 0. It also turns off any currently running chase or
macro. The blackout will crossfade at whatever speed the "Xfade Speed" fader is currently set to.
Xfade Speed
If a crossfade is in progress it can be overridden by moving this fader. If the "select cue" or "black" displays are
active, a bar graph is displayed showing the progress of the crossfade. If a chase is running, the crossfade affects
the amount of glide between chase steps.
Chase Speed
If a chase is running, its speed can be adjusted by moving this fader. If audio is controlling the speed of the
chase, this fader will have no effect.
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