Etc Unison Paradigm ACP Configuration Manual v2.1.2 Manuel d'utilisateur

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5 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualStorageThe project configuration, after upload to the Paradigm ACP, is stored in non-vo

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Introduction 6• Ethernet (IEEE 802.3) on an RJ45 female connector. This connection networks the host Paradigm ACP with other ACPs and devices on the c

7 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualInstallation Environment RequirementsThe Paradigm ACP is designed for use in a Unison D

1 Installation and User Interface Overview 8Chapter 1Installation and User Interface OverviewThis chapter contains the following sections:• Install th

9 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualInstall the Paradigm ACPThe Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP) is designe

1 Installation and User Interface Overview 10Single Processor SystemLightDesigner configurations with only a single processor will automatically resol

11 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualUser Interface OverviewThe Paradigm ACP features a dynamic user interface with a touch

1 Installation and User Interface Overview 12EnterThe enter button ( ) is used to commit an edit or an action such as to make a selection from the men

13 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manual• Alternatively, while navigating certain menu items such as “Dimming Setup” or “Dimmi

1 Installation and User Interface Overview 14Removable MediaUSB PortThe Paradigm ACP includes a USB port for use with a flash drive, located on the fr

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15 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualReset SwitchReset the Paradigm ACP software and hardware by pressing the reset switch

2 Paradigm ACP Basic Navigation 16Chapter 2Paradigm ACP Basic NavigationThis chapter contains the following sections:• Status Display . . . . . . . .

17 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualStatus DisplayThe Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP) provides all of the

2 Paradigm ACP Basic Navigation 18• internal operating temperature - The internal operating temperature is measured and displays on the dimming rack s

19 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualStatus / Error MessagesStatus messages display on both the dimming rack status display

2 Paradigm ACP Basic Navigation 20Status / Error Messages Generated by the Paradigm ACPMessage Displayed Description ActionSystem OK No errors exist N

21 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualStatus / Errors Messages Generated by the DRd Dimming EngineMessage Displayed Descript

2 Paradigm ACP Basic Navigation 22Menu NavigationThe Paradigm ACP menu is designed with consistent navigation from the user interface either using the

23 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualChapter 3ProgrammingThis chapter contains the following sections:• About Menu . . . .

3 Programming 24About MenuWhen there is no architectural configuration file loaded into the Paradigm ACP, certain menu lists are not available for vie

Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manual iTable of ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Stan

25 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualDMX InputSelecting the active input port displays DMX data sorted by the input address

3 Programming 26Version InfoProject InformationStatisticsThe “Statistics” menu displays useful data about the installed LightDesigner architectural co

27 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualsACN Control• sACN Sources - total number of sACN sources the processor or system must

3 Programming 28RS232 SerialMemoryLocal Contact I/OView Message LogSystem NetworkStations and LonWorksFoundThe “Found” selection lists all found or di

29 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualID (NID) is shown for devices that are discovered.NeededConnectedThe “Connected” selec

3 Programming 30Dimming Setup MenuDimming setup can be simplified by using the default values as found in the “Quick Rack Setup” menu. When viewing t

31 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualStep 4: To maintain individual dimmer settings, press ( ) again. To change the ending

3 Programming 32Curve:The curve menu allows you to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a specific dimmer curve. A dimmer curve is a mathematical fun

33 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualMaximum Scale:Maximum scale allows you to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a maxi

3 Programming 34Patch By DMX StartTwo universes of DMX control are available in the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor, DMX port A and DMX port

ii Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualDimmer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

35 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualPatch DimmersDimmers set for dimmer doubled mode or to hi-resolution 16 bit DMX operat

3 Programming 36Step 2: Assign a DMX address to the first dimmer in the selection and press enter ( ). The focus changes back to the dimmer number. Wh

37 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualEmergency DimmersFrom the Emergency Setup menu, scroll to “Emergency Dimmers” and pres

3 Programming 38Load SheddingLoad circuits not set for emergency can either be turned off (via load shedding “On” setting) or the DRd dimming engine c

39 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualQuick Rack SetupThe “Quick Rack Setup” menu provides you with easy access to the most

3 Programming 40Step 3: Use the touch wheel to scroll to the next setup option or scroll to “Apply Changes Only” or “Apply All”. Press enter ( ) to se

41 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualArch Setup MenuWhen there is no architectural configuration file (created by LightDesi

3 Programming 42Connect a DeviceStep 1: Scroll to “Connect a Device” and press enter ( ). Depending on the filter criteria, the list of unconnected st

43 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualAssign Processor / IPSystems configured with LightDesigner to have only a single proce

3 Programming 44Date/Time/LocationThe “Date/Time/Location” menu list includes the current date and time, the time zone, the location (latitude and lon

iiiAppendix AParadigm ACP Menu Flow Chart . . . . . . . . 75Menu Flow Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

45 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manualthe proper “Time Zone” based on hours offset from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) and press

3 Programming 46Step 2: Use the touch wheel to scroll to “Click Wheel” and press enter ( ) repeatedly to cycle through the options “Low”, “Hi”, or “Of

47 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualData Loss and Power OnDMX Loss Behavior and ACN Loss BehaviorDMX Loss Behavior and ACN

3 Programming 48Step 2: Use the touch wheel to scroll to Power On Behavior “Mode” and press enter ( ). Follow the on screen choices to make an action

49 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualDimming Control MenuSet LevelsStep 1: Use the touch wheel to scroll to “Set Levels” fr

3 Programming 50Dimmer CheckThe “Dimmer Check” menu provides a quick and easy method to step through all your individual dimmers. This is useful for c

51 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualArch Control MenuWhen no architectural configuration is present in the Paradigm ACP, t

3 Programming 52Control ChannelsThe “Control Channel” menu provides the tools to display and change current architectural control channel attribute ou

53 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manualto select the attribute for edit and press enter ( ). The attribute properties display

3 Programming 54SequencesThe “Sequences” menu provides the tools display and change sequence status. Sequence activity can be changed to start, stop,

1 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualIntroductionWelcome to the Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP) Configurati

55 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualOverridesStep 1: Scroll to select “Overrides” from the “Arch Control” menu and press e

3 Programming 56File Operations MenuSave Rack ConfigurationsThe “Save Rack Configs” operation is only available when the Paradigm ACP is hosted by a D

57 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualSave Dimming ConfigurationThe “Save Dimming Config” operation is only available when t

3 Programming 58hosted by a DRd enclosure. This operation provides you with tools to load an existing rack configuration from a removable media device

59 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualSave Arch ConfigurationThe “Save Arch Config” process saves only the architectural con

3 Programming 60Load Architectural ConfigurationThe “Load Arch Config” menu provides you with tools to load an existing Paradigm architectural configu

61 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualRestore DefaultsThe “Restore Defaults” operation erases all memories, excluding remova

3 Programming 62Update FirmwareThe Update Firmware menu provides the ability to update embedded software (firmware) to the P-ACP and/or connected stat

63 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualStep 3: Scroll to select the media option that contains the firmware update packet and

3 Programming 64Save Log FilesLog files including event logs, history, and critical messages are created and stored in the ACP memory. At any time you

Introduction 2Warnings and Notice ConventionsThese symbols are used throughout this manual to alert you to danger or important information:Note:Notes

65 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manualno longer exists. Errors that are still current will quickly reappear in the list.Arch

3 Programming 66Restricted Access MenuThe “Restricted Access” menu provides two levels of user access to the Paradigm ACP menu, “User” and “Admin”.Ste

67 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualChange PasscodeStep 1: Scroll to “Change Admin Passcode” from within the “Restricted A

3 Programming 68Timed Event Setup MenuThe “Timed Event Setup” menu provides the tools to view and edit existing timed events that have been provided b

69 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manualdisplayed in the format set in Preferences. See “Date/Time/Location” on page 44.Step 3

3 Programming 70Add New EventStep 1: Scroll to “Add New Event” from the “Timed Events Setup” menu and press enter ( ). The “Add New Event” menu list d

71 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualStep 5: After all edits to fields are complete, press back ( ) for options to save or

4 Service 72Chapter 4Service• Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73• Hardware Reset Switch . . . . . . . .

73 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualService and MaintenanceReplace a Paradigm ACPStep 1: Open enclosure door.Step 2: If po

4 Service 74Hardware Reset SwitchReset the Paradigm ACP software and hardware by pressing the reset switch located on the front panel of the unit. You

3 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualContacting ETCFor questions about delivery of your Unison system, contact ETC Systems G

75 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualAppendix AParadigm ACP Menu Flow ChartNotice the special indicators next to specific m

A Paradigm ACP Menu Flow Chart 76Note:Note:Note:Note:Note:MemoryDLocal Contact I/OInputs: (1-4): 1:Off 2:Off 3:Off 4:OffOutputs: (1-4): 1:Off 2:

77 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualDDAAANote:Note:Note:Note:Note:Note:Note:Note:Note:Note:Note:ADNote:Note:Emergency Dimm

A Paradigm ACP Menu Flow Chart 78Note:Note:Note:Note:Note:DADDAAAANote:Note:Note:Note:Note:Release Set LevelsAll Set Levelscontrol has beenReleased.Di

79 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualDDAAANote:Note:ADADADNote:Note:Note:Load Dimming ConfigUSB:\folder<...><folde

A Paradigm ACP Menu Flow Chart 80DDAAAAAAAANote:Note:Note:Note:ANote:AChange Admin PasscodeNew Passcode: ****Verify N ew: ****Accept ChangesDefault

81 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualNote:Note:Note:DDAAANote:MTWTFSS2012MARSpecial Day ProtectDate: 3/16/12Day Protectio

A Paradigm ACP Menu Flow Chart 82Note:Note:Note:DPress the“Help/0” button to openthe Help dialog. Press andhold the “Help/0” button for2 seconds to di

83 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualAppendix BDimmer SpecificationsUnison DRd Rack Compatible Modules120V AC Dimmer Module

B Dimmer Specifications 84ED6NE Dual 6A, 1.3KW, 400µS Dimmer Module 7070A1081 5.5 lbs / 2.5 kgsED10 Dual 10A, 2.3KW 400µS Dimmer Module 7070A1074 5.5

Introduction 4OverviewParadigm System ComponentsThe Paradigm Architectural Control Processor (P-ACP) is one component of the Paradigm control system.

85 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manual277V AC Dimmer Modules Module TypeMaterial descriptionPart NumberModule Weight (lbs/kg

B Dimmer Specifications 86Dimmer Module Defaults120V ACDefaultModeDefaultCurve230/240V AC DefaultModeDefaultCurve277V AC DefaultModeDefaultCurveAFM Of

87 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualCompatible Loads100 - 120V AC RacksModule Type Description of Purpose Compatible Loads

B Dimmer Specifications 88HELV5 240V AC 5 amp reverse phase module electronic low voltage loadsHR15240V AC 15 amp, level activated mechanical relayany

89 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualDimmer ModesNormal ModeProperty Units Default 120VDefault230/240VDefault 277VCurve not

B Dimmer Specifications 902 and 3 Wire Fluorescent ModeProperty Units Default 120V Default 230V Default 277VCurve not applicable Linear Linear LinearV

91 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualOff ModeProperty Units Default 120V Default 230V Default 277VCurve not applicable Line

B Dimmer Specifications 92Dimmer PropertiesMode:The firing mode menu allows you to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a specific firing mode. Avail

93 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualMinimum Scale:Minimum scale allows you to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a mini

B Dimmer Specifications 94