Etc Element v2.1.0 Manuel d'utilisateur

Lighting Control ConsoleUser ManualVersion 2.1.0Copyright © 2013 Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.All Rights reserved.Product information and specific

8 Element User ManualAbout IFCB Palettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186About Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

88 Element User ManualUsing Channel FadersOne way to bring up channel levels with Element is using the channel faders. The fader position switch is us

7 Basic Manual Control 89Selecting ChannelsSelected channels are available for manual control through keypad commands, level wheel, and/or ML controls

90 Element User ManualOffset{Offset} is a feature used to select a range of channels from within a broader channel selection. For the offset feature t

7 Basic Manual Control 91Setting IntensityChannel intensity may be set using the channel faders, by selecting the channel(s) and using the level wheel

92 Element User Manual• [At] [7] [5] [Enter]You can continue manipulating the selected channels so long as the channels are selected and displayed on

7 Basic Manual Control 93Remainder Dim[Rem Dim] temporarily provides an intensity level to all channels except those that are currently selected, thos

94 Element User ManualSneakThe [Sneak] function moves channels to levels or restores to the background level in time. This can be a new manual level,

7 Basic Manual Control 95Channel CheckChannel check allows you to quickly step through all of your patched channels. This is useful for checking lamps

96 Element User ManualFlashUsing the {Flash} softkey in Live will alternate the intensity level for selected channels or addresses between full and 15

8 Storing and Using Submasters 97Chapter 8Storing and Using SubmastersSubmasters are intensity levels and non-intensity parameters recorded to a fader

9Chapter 19Storing and Using Macros. . . . . . . . . . . . . 207About Macros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

98 Element User ManualAbout SubmastersSubmasters can store any parameter data for channels. You can copy cues or palettes to a submaster as well. Chan

8 Storing and Using Submasters 99If you don't want the data to merge, you can either first delete the submaster to remove the original content. S

100 Element User Manualthe bump button, the timing associated with the up/down fades will be used to determine the mark time. If you move the fader fr

8 Storing and Using Submasters 101ShieldSubmasters can be shielded. The content of a shielded submaster is automatically made exclusive and can't

102 Element User Manualchannels already in submaster 5.• [Channel list] [Update] [Sub] [5] [Enter] - adds only the specified channels to submaster 5.•

8 Storing and Using Submasters 103Using Bump Button Timing With SubmastersSubmasters may be raised manually using the fader, or they may be executed w

104 Element User ManualSubmaster ListYou can access the submaster list by pressing [Sub] [Sub] or through the browser (Record Target Lists>Submaste

9 Working with the Cue List 105Chapter 9Working with the Cue ListCues are recorded stage looks including levels for intensity and non-intensity parame

106 Element User ManualBasic CueingCues are, at their most basic level, the looks created for scenes in a show. Cues are ‘stacked’ in a list for playb

9 Working with the Cue List 107Recording Cues in LiveWhen using [Record], all parameters of any lights that have non-default values, either from manua

10 Element User ManualAppendix BElement Configuration Utility. . . . . . . . . . . 239Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

108 Element User Manual• [selected channels] {Color} [Record] [Record] <Cue> [4] [Enter] - stores only the manual color data for the selected ch

9 Working with the Cue List 109Using [Cue Only / Track]In Tracking ModeElement, by default, is set to Tracking mode. When you create a new cue, any un

110 Element User ManualWith system set to Tracking• [Record] <Cue> [5] [Cue Only] [Enter] - records cue 5. New values or changes will not track

9 Working with the Cue List 111Move FadeElement uses Move Fade philosophy. This means that only changing levels are executed from cue to cue, and also

112 Element User ManualTimingTiming categories are provided for intensity up and intensity down transitions. Non-intensity parameter moves always use

9 Working with the Cue List 113Manual Timing at a Cue LevelManual times are assigned by using the {Manual} softkey that is displayed when recording a

114 Element User ManualFollowA follow time automatically activates the next cue in the sequence when the follow time of the associated cue has elapsed

9 Working with the Cue List 115RateThe {Rate} softkey can be used to apply a rate adjustment to all timing in the cue. The default rate is 100%, which

116 Element User ManualFlagsFlags can be applied to cues to change specific behaviors. Flags can be set for “Block”, “Preheat”, and “Moves”. BlockBloc

9 Working with the Cue List 117to cue 5. Channel 1 will be “auto-blocked” in cue 5. Even though it is now at the same value as the previous cue, the o

Introduction 1IntroductionWelcome to the Element User Manual. This guide is a basic resource for users of the Element control system. Additional resou

118 Element User ManualModifying Cues LiveRecorded cues can be modified live. Cue attributes (such as link, loop, label and so on) may be edited as we

9 Working with the Cue List 119[Update]Update is a powerful feature, and also very versatile. Using a combination of [Cue Only/Track], {Trace}, and {M

120 Element User ManualFor Example:To update only cues 5, 10, and 15:• [Update] <Cue> [5] [+] <Cue> [1][0] [+] <Cue> [1][5] <CueO

9 Working with the Cue List 121Using Trace{Trace} works just as Track does, except it allows changes to be tracked backwards through the cue list, unt

122 Element User ManualRecording and Editing Cues from BlindPress [Blind] and the selected cue will be displayed. You can make changes to cues in the

9 Working with the Cue List 123To Live From BlindFrom blind, a softkey {Live} is posted when you press [Recall From] or [Copy To] to allow you to copy

124 Element User ManualMove ToMove To is used to move cues from one location in a cue list to another location in the list. Move To is accessed by pre

9 Working with the Cue List 125Deleting CuesCues or ranges of cues can be deleted. When deleting cues, the track/cue only setting of the console will

126 Element User ManualUsing the Cue List IndexThe cue list index is a blind display list which shows the cue list, the cue status, and cue attributes

9 Working with the Cue List 127one), provided the HTP instruction is higher than the LTP value. When a cue from an HTP cue list is executed, Element d

2 Element User ManualWelcome to ElementThank you for purchasing your Element from ETC! This introduction to Element will list all the various helpful

128 Element User Manual• [Cue] [1] [/] {AutoBlk Clean} [Enter] - clears all auto-blocks from the cue list. Only blocks displayed with the white unders

10 Using Groups and Intensity Palettes 129Chapter 10Using Groups and Intensity PalettesGroups are stored channel selections used for fast recall of sp

130 Element User ManualRecording Groups LiveRecord groups of channels that you want to have available for fast recall later. Groups can be stored as w

10 Using Groups and Intensity Palettes 131OffsetYou can use the {Offset} softkey to aid in channel selection prior to storing groups. The offset optio

132 Element User ManualSelecting GroupsGroups may be selected from the control keypad or the direct selects.To select a group:• [Group] [1] [Enter] -

10 Using Groups and Intensity Palettes 133Group ListThe group list allows viewing and editing of groups. Open the Group ListTo open the group list you

134 Element User ManualRecording Intensity Palettes LivePalettes are referenced data. This means that when included in cues or effects, changes to the

10 Using Groups and Intensity Palettes 135Using Intensity PalettesIntensity palettes can be either applied to a selection of channels or recalled in t

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11 Cue Playback 137Chapter 11Cue PlaybackThe playback section includes descriptions of working with the master fader pair, Grandmaster, load button, a

Introduction 3Register Your ElementRegistering your Element system with ETC ensures that you will be notified of software and library updates, as well

138 Element User ManualIntroduction to PlaybackCues are played back using the master playback fader pair.The master playback fader pair is located to

11 Cue Playback 139Selected CueThe selected cue is always indicated just above the CIA. The selected cue and all of its attributes are displayed near

140 Element User ManualOut-of-Sequence CuesAn out-of-sequence cue is any cue that is played back in one of the following ways:• Cue is executed using

11 Cue Playback 141Other Go To Cue optionsWhen [Go to Cue] is pressed, the softkeys in the CIA are changed to provide Go to Cue modifiers to enhance y

142 Element User ManualPlayback Fader ControlsGo and Stop/BackUsing [Go]The [Go] button is used to execute the pending cue. When [Go] is pressed, all

11 Cue Playback 143The pending cue contains an instruction to set channel 1 to color 12 and the color parameter has a manual time. Press [Go] to activ

144 Element User ManualManual Master OptionIn Manual Master mode, cues may be triggered manually by the faders without using the [Go] button, regardle

12 Using Moving Lights and Palettes 145Chapter 12Using Moving Lights and PalettesThis chapter will briefly look at Element’s moving light controls as

146 Element User ManualMoving Light ControlControl of non-intensity parameters is done by using the ML Control display. Pressing [ML Control] will ope

12 Using Moving Lights and Palettes 147Using the Color Picker. The button {Color Format} is for toggling between native (RGB, CMY, color scroller, or

4 Element User ManualHelp from ETC Technical ServicesIf you are having difficulties, your most convenient resources are the references given in this u

148 Element User Manual• RGB color-mixing• Selection from a color wheel or scrollerYou may also specify color by using the hue and saturation (HS) col

12 Using Moving Lights and Palettes 149will be displayed. When the selected channel is an automated luminaire, options specific to the fixture type wi

150 Element User ManualAbout PalettesPalettes are referenced data. This means that when included in cues or effects, changes to the contents of the pa

12 Using Moving Lights and Palettes 151Storing Palettes LivePalettes may be stored in live or blind.Storing Palettes with [Record]The most common meth

152 Element User ManualSelective Storing Palettes with [Record]Palettes can also be created using selective storing, which allows you to specify only

12 Using Moving Lights and Palettes 153Using PalettesIntensity palettes can be selected from the control keypad or direct selects, and Focus, Color, a

154 Element User ManualRecalling PalettesRecalling a palette can be done in two different ways. You can recall a whole palette, so you don't need

12 Using Moving Lights and Palettes 155Editing Palettes LiveRerecordRerecording follows the conventions illustrated in the [Record] and [Record Only]

156 Element User ManualEditing Palettes in BlindPalettes can be viewed and edited in blind in the summary, table, and spreadsheet views. View palettes

12 Using Moving Lights and Palettes 157Editing Palettes in Spreadsheet ViewSpreadsheet view shows a range of palettes along the Y axis and channels an

Introduction 5Other Reference MaterialsOn Screen PromptsElement provides on screen prompts located above the command line to aid with programming. The

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13 Creating and Using Effects 159Chapter 13Creating and Using EffectsEffects are a method within Element to provide dynamic, repetitive action to chan

160 Element User ManualAbout EffectsEffects are manual control functions that can be applied to a channel parameter and then included in submasters or

13 Creating and Using Effects 161The Effect ListAt any time you may press [Effect] [Effect] to view the effect list. Any recorded effects will be disp

162 Element User ManualEffects EditorWhen viewing the effect list, the selected effect is displayed in the CIA. The effect properties and attributes a

13 Creating and Using Effects 163ParametersThis allows you to select which parameters will be involved in the selected effect, by default. By entering

164 Element User Manual• {Fade by Rate} - decreases the rate of the effect as it exits.• {Stop and Fade} - when the effected is exited, channels will

13 Creating and Using Effects 165adjusted for step-based effects, or the time/dwell will be adjusted for absolute effects. The BPM rate will display o

166 Element User ManualEffect Status DisplayTo view the effects currently running, you may press [Displays]> {Effect Status} to reveal the effect s

13 Creating and Using Effects 167Step EffectsIn step effects, each step contains an on-state and an off-state. The on-state is the action the channels

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168 Element User ManualProgram a Step EffectBelow is the process used to program the effect illustrated in the image above.For Example:To open the eff

13 Creating and Using Effects 169Delete a stepTo delete a step from a step-based effect, specify the effect in the command line and press [Delete]:• [

170 Element User ManualProgram an Absolute EffectBelow is the process used to program the effect illustrated in the image above.For Example:To open th

13 Creating and Using Effects 171Multiple Intensity HTP EffectsMultiple intensity HTP effects are either step or absolute effects running on HTP subma

172 Element User ManualColor EffectsColor effects impact only color parameters. Hue and saturation offsets can be used which are represented in the ho

13 Creating and Using Effects 173Define a Pattern ShapeShapes can be defined for any relative effect (focus, color, or linear).To define a shape, pres

174 Element User ManualApply an Existing EffectOnce an effect has been created, it will appear in the effects list. To apply an existing effect, press

13 Creating and Using Effects 175Effects on SubmastersChannels running effects can be loaded onto a submaster. Pressing the bump button of the submast

176 Element User ManualDelaying Effects in Cues and SubmastersA delay can be placed on an effect in a cue or submaster in the Effect Status display by

14 Using About 177Chapter 14Using About[About] provides detailed information regarding selected items. When opened, it appears in the CIA and remains

1 Quick Start 7Chapter 1Quick StartThis chapter will walk you through the steps of quickly getting started with Element.This chapter contains the foll

178 Element User ManualAbout [About]Pressing [About] puts the console in “about” mode, which allows you to examine “about” information indefinitely, s

14 Using About 179[About]When [About] is pressed, the CIA presents the following information:• Channel count for the console• Software version• Copyri

180 Element User ManualClicking on a CEM+ / CEM3 in the {About System} list will open the About Rack display, which shows the following information ab

14 Using About 181About ChannelPress [About] to put the CIA into “About” mode. When a channel is selected, the information below is displayed: You can

182 Element User Manual{Patch} displays the following information:• Address range• Proportional patch level• Curve (if any)• Preheat information (if a

14 Using About 183About AddressPress [About] to put the CIA into “About” mode. When an address is selected, the information below is displayed. You ca

184 Element User Manual{Dimmer Feedback} - appears when the current address is patched to a dimmer in an ETC Sensor rack with a CEM+ or CEM3. Sensor f

14 Using About 185{Device Details} - appears when the current address is patched to a RDM device. RDM devices must be enabled through the ECU and disc

186 Element User ManualAbout CueThe following information will be displayed when a cue is selected:• the cue number• timing data for the cue•flags•att

15 Advanced Manual Control 187Chapter 15Advanced Manual ControlThis chapter describes some more advanced features for manual control functions. These

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8 Element User ManualGetting StartedThis chapter will quickly get you started with using Element. Later chapters will go into further detail of topics

188 Element User ManualUsing [Copy To][Copy To] allows you to copy data from one channel to another, either within the current working mode or to a di

15 Advanced Manual Control 189Using [Recall From][Recall From] is similar to [Copy To], except that it retrieves data from other locations, and can be

190 Element User ManualUsing Move ToWhile technically not a manual control instruction, Move To is very useful when managing record target data stored

15 Advanced Manual Control 191Using [Undo]Undo is a method to reverse or “undo” certain operations performed in the software.You can use [Undo] to rev

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16 Using Park 193Chapter 16Using ParkThis chapter describes using park functions from both the live and park display. This chapter contains the follow

194 Element User ManualUsing ParkThe park instruction allows you to set a channel or parameter to a specific value and have it remain at that level on

16 Using Park 195• [2] {Color} {Park} [Enter] - parks channel 2 color at its current value.• [Group] [Cue] [6] {Park} [Enter] - parks all the channels

196 Element User ManualPark Values from the Park DisplayYou can park and unpark channel parameters or addresses from the park display. Open the displa

17 Multipart Cues 197Chapter 17Multipart CuesCues can be divided into up to 20 parts. This chapter describes the methods used to create and edit multi

1 Quick Start 9Getting the Lights OnWhen Element first boots up, it will default to a 1-to-1 patch. See About Patch, page 52 for more information. Sin

198 Element User ManualAbout Multipart CuesCues can be divided into up to 20 parts. Each part can have its own channels or parameters, levels and timi

17 Multipart Cues 199Setting Multipart Cue AttributesCue attributes, such as [Time], [Delay], and [Label] can be assigned in part cues. They are store

200 Element User ManualStoring a Multipart Cue in BlindChanging a Single Part Cue to a Multipart CueSelect the cue you wish to break apart and begin b

18 Storing and Using Curves 201Chapter 18Storing and Using CurvesA curve is a relationship between the timing of a fade and the output level of a cue,

202 Element User ManualAbout CurvesYou may apply curves to dimmers in patch. Curves may also be applied to cues, to cue parts, and to scroller fans. W

18 Storing and Using Curves 203Creating and Editing CurvesCreating a CurveWhen you have opened the curves display (see About Curves, page 202), you ca

204 Element User ManualEditing CurvesUsing the KeypadOnce selected and displayed in the CIA, you can edit a curve from the keypad. Points are establis

18 Storing and Using Curves 205Applying a CurveTo Channels In PatchCurves can be applied to any intensity parameter in patch. Once added, the curve nu

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19 Storing and Using Macros 207Chapter 19Storing and Using MacrosMacros allow you to compose a series of programming actions and be able to execute th

10 Element User ManualStep 5: To remove a channel’s level, you can either use the command [At] [Enter], or you can use [Sneak] [Enter]. If you have no

208 Element User ManualAbout MacrosMacros are a recorded series of button presses (both hard and softkeys), screen commands and events. Macros can be

19 Storing and Using Macros 209Begin writing the sequence of button presses and events for the macro record. When you have finished with the series of

210 Element User ManualMacro Editor DisplayMacro editing is accomplished from the macro editor display. As an alternative to recording your macro in l

19 Storing and Using Macros 211While in the macro editor display, the following functions may be performed using the control keypad and softkeys:• [La

212 Element User ManualCreate a New Macro in the Macro Editor DisplayFrom the macro editor display, enter any unrecorded macro number from 1 to 1000 a

19 Storing and Using Macros 213Edit an Existing MacroWhen you have created a macro using macro learn mode from live or otherwise, you can edit the con

214 Element User ManualRecall a MacroYou can recall a macro from the command line, from the direct selects, run it from the execute field of a cue, or

20 Using Magic Sheets 215Chapter 20Using Magic SheetsMagic Sheets are user created custom interactive displays.This chapter contains the following sec

216 Element User ManualAbout Magic SheetsMagic Sheets are user created interactive displays that offer customizable views for displaying data and prog

20 Using Magic Sheets 217Magic Sheet DisplayYou can first open the magic sheet display by pressing [Displays] {Magic Sheet} [Enter], or you can naviga

2 Element Overview 11Chapter 2Element OverviewInside this chapter you will find a general overview of your Element.This chapter contains the following

218 Element User ManualMagic Sheet ListDouble pressing {Magic Sheet} or CTRL+S on an external keyboard will open the magic sheet list. The magic sheet

20 Using Magic Sheets 219Navigating a Magic SheetMagic sheets can be navigated using a mouse, a keyboard, a touchscreen, or a multi-touch touchscreen.

220 Element User ManualKeyboard ShortcutsWith an external alphanumeric keyboard attached, the following keyboard shortcuts can be used:• ARROW KEYS -

20 Using Magic Sheets 221Creating and Editing Magic SheetsPressing the edit button on the right hand side of the magic sheet display will open the edi

222 Element User ManualLayout ToolsThe layout tools are divided into four areas: edit mode, zoom, alignment, and ordering.Edit ModeClicking on the arr

20 Using Magic Sheets 223AlignmentClicking on the alignment icon will open the alignment options, which include:• Create Array - allows you to create

224 Element User Manual• Distribute Vertically - allows you to distribute objects vertically at an equal distance apart between two objects. Set the d

20 Using Magic Sheets 225description of what they do. Settings for objects can be adjusted in the MS Object Properties area.Channelacts as a direct se

226 Element User ManualFixture SymbolsFrom the second tab, fixture symbols can be placed on a magic sheet. The symbols can be tied to a channel number

20 Using Magic Sheets 227ImagesImages from the third tab can be imported into magic sheets for two different purposes. They can be used as background

12 Element User ManualConsole GeographyBelow is a diagram of Element with references made to specific areas of use. The terms and names for each area

228 Element User ManualGradientWhen gradient is selected, you will have the chance to select a two color gradient for the magic sheet background. You

20 Using Magic Sheets 229MS Object PropertiesYou can customize MS objects and fixture symbols in numerous ways found in the MS Object Properties area.

230 Element User Manual• Fields - up to six different fields of custom information can be displayed per objects. The justification of each field aroun

20 Using Magic Sheets 231Address Object ColorAn address object, with its outline color set to Link to Channel Color, will have a white outline if the

232 Element User ManualExamples of Magic SheetsThe following are examples of magic sheets created using the magic sheets feature. These examples use a

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A Important Concepts 235Appendix AImportant ConceptsImportant ConceptsBefore using Element, you should read and familiarize yourself with the concepts

236 Element User ManualTracking vs. Cue OnlyElement is, by default, a tracking console. Tracking relates to how changes to cue data are handled. New d

A Important Concepts 237LTPLTP is applicable to any parameter of any channel. LTP output is based on the most recent move instruction issued to the ch

2 Element Overview 13Control Keypad LayoutThe control keypad area is divided into several sections including record targets, numeric keypad with modif

238 Element User ManualParameters and Parameter CategoriesElement divides fixture parameters into four major parameter categories: Intensity, Focus, C

B Element Configuration Utility 239Appendix BElement Configuration UtilityOverviewThis appendix covers the Element Configuration Utility (ECU) and its

240 Element User ManualElement Configuration Utility ReferenceYou can force the desk to boot into the utility instead of the main desk application. Du

B Element Configuration Utility 241General SettingsDevice NameThis specifies the name the Element desk will use to identify itself on the network to o

242 Element User ManualKeyboardAllows you to select the language for the alphanumeric keyboard within Element. A wide variety of keyboards are support

B Element Configuration Utility 243Calibrate ETC TouchscreensAllows you to calibrate an ETC touchscreen. With the touchscreen connected, press the {Ca

244 Element User Manual• {Primary} - selects which monitor will display the Element Configuration Utility and Central Information Area (CIA). • {Resol

B Element Configuration Utility 245Network SettingsLocal Area ConnectionThese are the settings that determine the method to get an IP address and/or t

246 Element User ManualSubnet MaskIf DHCP is disabled, you set the Element subnet mask here. This is a static setting and will remain set until change

B Element Configuration Utility 247Output Protocols This is for selecting which protocols the desk will output and which ones are included in the defa

14 Element User ManualTerminologyPower ButtonThe power button on the front of the desk is used to power up or power down. A separate power switch, loc

248 Element User ManualBackup Automatically Takes ControlSwitches to the backup automatically if the primary should go offline. This option is not ava

B Element Configuration Utility 249DHCP ServiceAll settings in this section require a reboot of the desk before they will take effect. If this section

250 Element User ManualTime Server (SNTP)Clicking in the enable box will start the SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol) service. You determine if the s

B Element Configuration Utility 251Maintenance and DiagnosticsDeep Clear{Deep Clear...} functions in much the same way that New does from the File men

252 Element User ManualBackup Show Archive{Backup Show Archive...} allows you to either backup the most current version of each show file or every ver

B Element Configuration Utility 253Upgrade I/O Firmware{Upgrade I/O Firmware} is used to upgrade the firmware in the desk’s I/O card. When you first o

254 Element User ManualFirmware UpdateThe firmware update window will display any detected devices that use firmware and may require an update. With t

B Element Configuration Utility 255Local I/OThis screen allows you to configure the ports on the back of the Element desk.Local DMX OutputsThe followi

256 Element User ManualRelay Out (remote trigger connector)Allows you to set the Group and Address In values for the remote trigger port on the back o

C Display Conventions 257Appendix CDisplay ConventionsElement relies on many traditional ETC indicators with which you may be familiar, as well as som

2 Element Overview 15Cleaning ElementShould the exterior of your Element require cleaning, you may gently wipe it with a dampened (not dripping), non-

258 Element User ManualColor indicatorsElement uses color to indicate the selection state and information about channel or parameter levels.Channel nu

C Display Conventions 259ConventionalsMost of the channels in the above image are conventional channels (intensity is the only available parameter).Co

260 Element User ManualText Indicators in live/blindPlease note examples of text indicators in the following graphic:Color conventions listed above ap

C Display Conventions 261• R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Indicates a manual reference override. Manual changes have been made that override a

262 Element User Manual• E 1*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Indicates a cue level effects override.Indicators in the Fader Status Display• 1 . . . .

D Facepanel Shortcuts 263Appendix DFacepanel ShortcutsOverviewThe following is a list of button pushes: single, maintained, or combined. It is highly

264 Element User Manual• [Shift] & [Sneak] - Makes manual data “unmanual”. It leaves the values as they are, but they are then no longer available

E Mirror Mode 265Appendix EMirror ModeMirror Mode is used to mirror the displays of an Element console. Mirror mode is intended primarily to allow a d

266 Element User ManualTo install the Eos Family offline software on WindowsStep 1: Download the software from the ETC website, http://www.etcconnect.

E Mirror Mode 267Connecting to ElementThere are some additional steps for connecting to an Eos Family network. Step 1: Follow the steps for installing

16 Element User ManualConsole CapacitiesOutput Parameters• 1,024 Outputs (DMX channels)Channel Counts• 250 or 500 Channels (any number from 1 to 99,99

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F Remote Control 269Appendix FRemote ControlRemotes OverviewThree different remotes are available for controlling Element; the phone remote, the radio

270 Element User ManualRemote Focus Remote (RFR) The Net3 Radio Focus Remote (RFR) provides remote access to frequently used console features such as

F Remote Control 271Base Station ReceiverThe receiver includes a USB type B connector and an Ethernet connector (IEEE 802.3af) on the front of the uni

272 Element User ManualChange Frequency and ID SettingA network ID is a separate digital channel on a single high frequency (HF) setting. Changing an

F Remote Control 273To change the frequency and network ID in your base station receiver using USB:Step 1: In the browser menu, select File <Exit.

274 Element User ManualRecharge the Handheld BatteryA battery level indicator is found in the upper right corner of the handheld LCD. When the battery

F Remote Control 275Park ModeThis mode is used for parking channels.SoftkeysThe following softkeys are available in park mode:•Address• Channel•Last•F

276 Element User ManualLive ModeLive mode is used for modifying levels and recording or updating cues. This mode is intended to allow you to make basi

F Remote Control 277Playback ModeSoftkeysThe following softkeys are available in playback mode:•Sub• Load Q• Stop/Back•Out• Go to Q•Go{Sub} is used to

3 System Basics 17Chapter 3System BasicsThis chapter will discuss using the basic Element displays. For more display information, see Display Conventi

278 Element User ManualPatch ModeIn patch mode, the LCD displays the channel, address and type for the currently selected channel(s).SoftkeysThe follo

F Remote Control 279Technical SpecificationsHandheld TransmitterBase Station ReceiverOutput U.S.A. - Default HF:1 (2.410 MHz) with 11 additional HF: c

280 Element User ManualiRFRThe iRFR is a software application that runs on an Apple iPhone®, iPod Touch, and iPad. The application can be downloaded f

281IndexSymbols* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 25-% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92+% . . . . .

282 Element User Manualclear patch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23clear show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23reset patch . . . . . . . .

283deleting a part . . . . . . . . . . . 200multiple cue parts in range. . 200setting part attributes . . . . . . 199numbering . . . . . . . . . . .

284 Element User ManualEeditingcues in blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122curves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204effectlive . . . .

285description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150follow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114foreground . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

286 Element User ManualLittlites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14brightness settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 49dimming . . . . . .

287monitorarrangement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243move fade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111definition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1Table of ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Welcome to Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 Element User ManualThe Central Information Area (CIA)The Central Information Area (CIA) is displayed on the lower portion of the screen.BrowserThe

288 Element User Manualparking from. . . . . . . . . . . . . 196in live . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194scaled. . . . . . . . . . . . .

289cue attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115RDMdevice details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185recallmacros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

290 Element User Manualsaving existing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40show setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44{show settings} . . . .

291cuesusing {Cue Only/Track} . . . . 120without references . . . . . . . . 119current cue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121fixture library. . . .

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20 Element User Manual• Use the page arrow keys to move the selection bar up and down the list. You can also use the level wheel to scroll through the

3 System Basics 21To open the Virtual Keyboard on a monitor:Step 1: Go to Browser>Virtual Controls>Virtual Keyboard. A window will open in the C

22 Element User ManualSelecting Channels with Direct SelectsChannel direct selects are highlighted when selected. Channel selection is generally an ad

3 System Basics 23Clear FunctionsYou can access the various clear options from the browser by selecting {Clear} from the main browser menu. The clear

24 Element User ManualDisplay Control and NavigationOpening and Closing DisplaysTabs are shown at the bottom of the displays.The live/ blind display w

3 System Basics 25Moving DisplaysTo move the active display from one monitor to another, press and hold the [Tab] key and use the page arrow keys to m

26 Element User ManualUsing FlexichannelFlexichannel (use of the [Flexi] key) allows you to view only channels meeting a certain criteria in the live/

3 System Basics 27Using [Format]Some displays have multiple formats. When the display is first opened, it opens in its default view. The default view

2 Element User ManualLock the CIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Command Line Prompt . . . . . . . .

28 Element User ManualSummary ViewThe summary view displays the largest number of channels of any of the formats. Below you can see channels 1-80 are

3 System Basics 29Spreadsheet (Blind Only)Spreadsheet format is available only in blind mode. It is useful for viewing and editing channel data and tr

30 Element User ManualPlayback Status DisplayThe playback status display allows you to view a range of cues in the cue list and all the cue attributes

3 System Basics 31Split Channel DisplayThe split channel display shows channels at the top and the playback status display at the bottom. This display

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4 Managing Show Files 33Chapter 4Managing Show FilesThis chapter explains how to create, open, and save your show files. Each of these operations are

34 Element User ManualCreate a New Show FileTo create a new show file, navigate within the browser to: File> New> and press [Select]. You will b

4 Managing Show Files 35Select the specific show file• Navigate within the specified storage location and select the show file you wish to open, press

36 Element User ManualSelective Partial Show OpeningIf you select the {Advanced} button in the partial show opening screen, you will have the opportun

4 Managing Show Files 37Merging Show FilesElement supports the merging of Eos Family (.esf) show files. You have the option of merging .esf show files

3Chapter 5Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43Opening Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

38 Element User ManualTo merge only partial components:Step 1: From the browser, navigate to the desired show file (see Open the desired location:, pa

4 Managing Show Files 39withhold any show aspects from printing, simply deselect them in the CIA by clicking the respective button. Deselected show as

40 Element User Manualwere selected to save to the file, there will be hyperlinks at the top of the PDF so you can quickly jump to a section.Saving th

4 Managing Show Files 41You have the option of importing standard USITT ASCII (.asc) or Lightwright data (.txt or .asc) from the Show File Archive, a

42 Element User ManualImported Media and Partial Show Open/MergeA tile for {Media}, which includes imported gobo and magic sheet images, is in the Par

5 Setup 43Chapter 5SetupThis chapter discusses Element’s system settings that you can change to meet your preferences.This chapter contains the follow

44 Element User ManualOpening SetupThere are two ways to open the setup screen. You can either press the [Setup] hardkey or press [Displays] and then

5 Setup 45{Shutdown Macro}This field allows you to set up a shutdown macro that will trigger at power off, not when exiting the application.{Cue Setti

46 Element User Manual• {MSC Transmit Channel} [5] [0] [Enter]{ACN - MIDI Tx ID}This setting allows you to specify the ID number of MIDI Show Control

5 Setup 47DeskWhen you select the {Desk} softkey, the CIA will display the following buttons:• Record Defaults• Manual Control• Face Panel• Face Panel

4 Element User ManualCreating a New Fixture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80Copying a Fixture. . . . . . . . . . . . .

48 Element User Manual100 may be entered. The default is 10%.Minus% - This sets the level for -% (which is accessed by pressing [Shift] & [-]), wh

5 Setup 49Group Chans By 5You can turn off/on the grouping of channels in groups of 5 in the live summary view from this field.The default for this se

50 Element User Manual{Trackball Settings}This screen allows you to make adjustments to a trackball.{Trackball Tick Freq.}This fader adjusts the track

6 Patch 51Chapter 6PatchThe Patch is used to associate a channel with addresses and device types. Once a channel is patched to an address or addresses

52 Element User ManualAbout PatchElement treats fixtures and channels as one and the same, meaning each fixture is assigned a single control channel n

6 Patch 53DisplaysTo begin patching your show, you must first open the patch display. To open the patch display, press [Patch] or press [Displays] and

54 Element User ManualPatching Conventional FixturesFor patching fixtures, there are two different patch modes: patch by channel and patch by address.

6 Patch 55[At] [Next][At] [Next] [Enter] finds the next available address range large enough to accommodate the selected device.Examples of [At] [Next

56 Element User ManualFlexichannel Views in PatchIn patch by channel mode, [Flexi] can be used to view only those channels that are currently patched.

6 Patch 57Creating multi-part and compound channelsA multi-part channel is any channel that has more than one dimmer patched to it. A compound channel

5Paging Submasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102Using Bump Button Timing With Submasters . . . . . . . . . . .

58 Element User ManualPatching ScrollersTo patch a scroller, you will want to first create a part to the channel you will be using. See “Creating mult

6 Patch 59Using the Scroller EditorThe scroller and wheel picker allows you to choose a specific scroll, color wheel, gobo wheel, or effect wheel from

60 Element User ManualThe picker displays buttons for the standard scroll or wheel type of the selected channel. The default selection is the wheel as

6 Patch 61Creating a new scroll or wheelWhen you create a new scroll or wheel, {New Wheel x} appears in the wheel list as the selected button. The fra

62 Element User ManualEditing a copy of a scroll or wheelIf a copy has been made of an existing scroll or wheel, the copied scroll or wheel will displ

6 Patch 63Scroller Calibration ColumnCalibration can also be done from the scroller calibration column.The calibration information, that is displayed,

64 Element User ManualCalibrating a ScrollerYou can calibrate the center point of any frame in a scroller using the calibrate feature. This will ensur

6 Patch 65Patching Moving Lights, LEDs, and AccessoriesThe process of patching moving lights requires more detail than patching a dimmer. Specific inf

66 Element User ManualUsing {Offset} in PatchUsing the {Offset} feature in patch allows you to force a numerical offset between the starting address o

6 Patch 67Display Pages in PatchSoftkeys available for use while in patch include {Patch}, {Attributes}, and {Database}. Pressing any of these softkey

6 Element User ManualOffset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131Subgroups . . . . . . . . . . .

68 Element User Manualby the library, use [Offset]. See Using {Offset} in Patch, page 66.• If you specify a start address that conflicts with other ch

6 Patch 69• {Curve} - Used to assign a curve to an address in patch. In patch, curve is applied to intensity parameters only. For more information on

70 Element User ManualDatabaseThe {Database} page provides you with additional fields for entering information. These fields include {Notes} and {Text

6 Patch 71Using Device ListThe Device List is used to discover, configure, and monitor compatible Remote Device Management (RDM) and network devices.

72 Element User ManualElement will display the following information that it receives from the dimmers:•Address• Channel• Label• System•Rack•Lug• Prop

6 Patch 73RDM Device ListBefore you can start using the RDM Device List, you must first enable {RDM} in the network tab of the ECU. By default RDM is

74 Element User ManualWith a device or devices selected, you can edit various device settings in the property view, which will display in the CIA. Ite

6 Patch 75Patching Discovered Dimmers and RDM DevicesWhen dimmers/devices are discovered, they are not automatically attached to any patched channels

76 Element User Manual• Yellow “?” means that the dimmer/ device has a warning message.Warning messages can include:• Multiple devices’ addresses over

6 Patch 77Dimmer DoublingYou can patch channels in Element to accommodate for dimmer doubling with Sensor dimmer racks. This is done using the softkey

7Storing Palettes with Record Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152Using Palettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

78 Element User ManualSwapping ChannelsChannels can be swapped for each other in patch:• [1] {Swap} [2] [Enter]This syntax will replace channel 1&apos

6 Patch 79Clearing the PatchYou can clear the patch entirely by accessing the clear functions from the browser. Select {Clear} from the main browser m

80 Element User ManualFixture EditorElement provides you with the ability to create your own fixture type within patch and store it with your show fil

6 Patch 81To add parameters to a new fixture:Step 1: Use the [Page] keys to select the new fixture from the fixture list.Step 2: Click {Edit}. That fi

82 Element User ManualStep 7: Click the button for the desired parameter in the CIA.Step 8: Repeat steps 3-5 until you have entered all of the require

6 Patch 83To define the range values for any parameter:Step 1: Use the [Page] keys to navigate to the parameter that you want to add ranges to.Step 2:

84 Element User ManualTo add steps to a lamp control:Step 1: Use the [Page] keys to navigate to a control slot.Step 2: Click {Steps} to add steps. The

6 Patch 85Snap ParametersCertain parameters may not want to be subjected to cue timing. Those parameters can be set to snap. By default, Element will

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7 Basic Manual Control 87Chapter 7Basic Manual ControlElement provides a variety of ways to select and command control channels. This chapter identifi