13.3 Specification and Technical Data13.3 Specification and Technical Data
13.3 Specification and Technical Data
13.3 Specification and Technical Data
13.3.1
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13.3.1 Integrated Harddisk and DiskdriveIntegrated Harddisk and DiskdriveIntegrated Harddisk and DiskdriveIntegrated Harddisk and DiskdriveIntegrated Harddisk and Diskdrive
The harddisk does not only save a backup for the operating system, but leaves enough space for countless lightshows with hundreds of cue lists. Programmes can also be saved on disk for archive purposes or transfer of shows to other consoles. It also enables a fast updating of the software, which can be downloaded from the MA Homepage (www.malighting.de) on the internet.
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13.3.2 Ethernet and other OptionsEthernet and other OptionsEthernet and other OptionsEthernet and other OptionsEthernet and other Options
In addition to the 4 DMX output ports the hardware of the grandMA replay unit is designed to transmit bigger numbers of channels via Ethernet. ESTA is currently working on a standard protocol for this form of transmission, which will guarantee a compatibility between units of different manufacturers, similar to the DMX norm. In addition to DMX input, Sound, SMPTE timecode, it offers a printer port and a RS232 interface for faster communication with any kinds of peripheral units.
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13.3.3 System Maintenance and Software UpdatesSystem Maintenance and Software UpdatesSystem Maintenance and Software UpdatesSystem Maintenance and Software UpdatesSystem Maintenance and Software Updates
The software of the grandMA family is in a process of constant expansion and improvement. Due to the control via menus and display softkeys it is possible to realise the feedback of our customers and technical advances in our software updates. The hardware is only the basis and offers sufficient capacity to guarantee that its owner will always participate in the fascinating technical developments.
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13.3.4 PPPPPeripheralseripheralseripheralseripheralseripherals
In order not to unnecessarily reduce the speed of the grandMA electronics, we left out the graphic show simulation on the display on purpose; this effect can be easily realised with all currently available peripherals. Other peripheral units, such as a wireless remote control, are still in the development process.
13.3.5 Capacity:
13.3.5 Capacity:
13.3.5 Capacity:
13.3.5 Capacity:
13.3.5 Capacity:
grandMA replay unit controls 2048 channels, 4096 channels as option via ethernet (dimmers and attributes of 8 or 16 bit) with softpatch to 4096 DMX addresses.
A freely configurable monitor offers flexible operation and precise adaptation to any individual working mode.
Playback works on the basis of dipless crossfade either in Tracking or Non-Tracking mode.
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13.3.6 Front P
13.3.6 Front P
13.3.6 Front P
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5 Faders as Executor-, Effect or Group-Faders, each with 3 directly assigned buttons. 5 Executor Buttons for direct retrieval of Sequences, Chases and other functions.
13.3.7 Setup Menu and Start Configuration
13.3.7 Setup Menu and Start Configuration
13.3.7 Setup Menu and Start Configuration
13.3.7 Setup Menu and Start Configuration
13.3.7 Setup Menu and Start Configuration
Basic configuration available on harddisk.
Lamptype library with more than 280 multifunctional fixtures. All fixtures and channels can be named individually.
Free Softpatch with MIN, MAX and INVERT to four DMX lines. Definition of new lamptypes on screen.
13.3.8 Display of output and data entry
13.3.8 Display of output and data entry
13.3.8 Display of output and data entry
13.3.8 Display of output and data entry
13.3.8 Display of output and data entry
Numeric dimmer channel listing. Channel fader symbols.
Fixture parameter spreadsheets for status report on moving lights and dimmers. Different additional options available.
13.3.9 Selection and Data Input
13.3.9 Selection and Data Input
13.3.9 Selection and Data Input
13.3.9 Selection and Data Input
13.3.9 Selection and Data Input
Selection via Group Buttons with Mouse. - Hold and Move Mode with middle mouse button.
Align option for proportional change of any group of values. Preset softkeys for the scan features.
Buttons can be freely moved within the window. Presets grouped together for 10 different functions. Buttons of different preset groups with different colours. Free assignment of channels to be controlled in which preset. - Direct access even during Playback.
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13.3.10 Automatic effect generator0 Automatic effect generator0 Automatic effect generator0 Automatic effect generator0 Automatic effect generator
A number of complex effects applicable to any channel. Library of all different movements.
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13.3.11 Store Options1 Store Options1 Store Options1 Store Options1 Store Options
Single cues, chase effects, sequences or effects. Selective programming for LTP and tracking mode.
Basic fade times for fading channels and basic delay for switching parameters. Optional individual fade and delay for every single channel.
Overwrite, Merge, Insert and Add-on option. - Cue Lists in Tracking or Non-Tracking Mode. Optionally insert in Cue Only Mode.
13.3.12 Playback Options
13.3.12 Playback Options
13.3.12 Playback Options
13.3.12 Playback Options
13.3.12 Playback Options
Free assignment between Program Pool and Playback faders or Playback buttons. Playback via fader or GO-button with stored timings.
Chaser effects with Auto Run, Audio or manual X-Fade. Auto Loop / Single / Reverse / Bounce / Random. Sequence with individual timings per step. Go button mode / Auto Timed / Sound. Steps can include loops with counter or timer.
13.3.13 Executor Faders and Buttons
13.3.13 Executor Faders and Buttons
13.3.13 Executor Faders and Buttons
13.3.13 Executor Faders and Buttons
13.3.13 Executor Faders and Buttons
Executor faders and buttons with multiple assignment options. Working mode of faders and buttons can be freely assigned. - Optionally assignment of several executors for one single cue list. A block of special function buttons can be applied to any executor.
13.3.14 Fader working modes
13.3.14 Fader working modes
13.3.14 Fader working modes
13.3.14 Fader working modes
13.3.14 Fader working modes
Brightness Master in HTP or LTP Mode. Manual X-Fade.
Speed, Fade Time, Rate for chaser and sequences.
13.3.15 Button working modes
13.3.15 Button working modes
13.3.15 Button working modes
13.3.15 Button working modes
13.3.15 Button working modes
ON/OFF, GO+, GO-, Pause, Flash up and Flash down. Fast GO and GO- (<<< and >>>) without fades.
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13.3.16 Output Listings and Cuelist Protocols
13.3.16 Output Listings and Cuelist Protocols
13.3.16 Output Listings and Cuelist Protocols
13.3.16 Output Listings and Cuelist Protocols
13.3.16 Output Listings and Cuelist Protocols
Infading or outfading values of main sequence is marked in different colours in the channel list. Lists of sequences including names of steps and times.
- Parameter modifications directly in the spreadsheet.
13.3.17 Overwriting a program sequence
13.3.17 Overwriting a program sequence
13.3.17 Overwriting a program sequence
13.3.17 Overwriting a program sequence
13.3.17 Overwriting a program sequence
Constant access to all effects and channels. CLEAR and RELEASE functions.
UPDATE function for fast correction of programs.
EDIT function for direct modification of playback parameters.
13.3.18 Adjustment of Hardware
13.3.18 Adjustment of Hardware
13.3.18 Adjustment of Hardware
13.3.18 Adjustment of Hardware
13.3.18 Adjustment of Hardware
Software Equalizer for Audio Input. Preselection of certain settings (Defaults).
Free grouping of functions for selective programming.
- Preselection of save mode, times and the standard operation of playback functions.
13.3.19 Connectivity
13.3.19 Connectivity
13.3.19 Connectivity
13.3.19 Connectivity
13.3.19 Connectivity
4 DMX 512/1990 Output Lines via 5-pin XLR Sockets. DMX Input with 5-pin XLR Socket and DMX Thru.
Audio Input Line for Mono Audio Signals >20 mV with 6,3mm socket. SMPTE Timecode Entry for LTC Timecode >200 mV with 6,3mm socket. MIDI Interface with IN/OUT/THRU.
External control input for direct voltage signals via 25-pin SUB D socket.
2 SVGA Output Lines for one colour monitor and a service monitor via 15-pin sockets. Parallel printer port Centronic via 25-pin SUB-D socket.
Ethernet Interface for networking (Backup), DMX-transmission and Remote Control with RJ45-socket (10Base- T) according IEEE 802.4.
2 serial interfaces RS-232C for future extensions (9-pin SUB-D sockets).
Connections for external Keyboard (Mini-D, PS2-Type) and Mouse (Mini-D, PS2-Type). Power Supply via IEC/CEE 22 Inlet Mains Supply Plug (90 230V autoselecting).
13.3.20 Operating system
13.3.20 Operating system
13.3.20 Operating system
13.3.20 Operating system
13.3.20 Operating system
Operating system for industrial applications named VXWORKS (no DOS, no WINDOWS). Fast cold boot time (less than 60 sec).
Software update via download from Internet. Off-Line Editor available.
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13.3.21 Hardware1 Hardware1 Hardware1 Hardware1 Hardware
Pentium Processor with min. 266 MHz Processor Speed and 64 MByte RAM.
12 MByte non-volatile Flash Disk for Operating System, System Software and Installation Data. Built-in Hard Disk for Show Data, Library, etc..
Integrated 3.5" Floppy Drive for easy software updating and external storage of Show Data. Reset Buttons on front and rear housing.
Built-in UPS (Un-interruptable Power Supply) to withstand main power failures up to 10 minutes.
Professional protection against electromagnetic interference in compliance with all relevant European EMC regulations.
13.3.22 Weight and Dimensions
13.3.22 Weight and Dimensions
13.3.22 Weight and Dimensions
13.3.22 Weight and Dimensions
13.3.22 Weight and Dimensions
- Robust Steel Housing (485 x 430 x 130 mm). - Weight: 11 kg
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