Avolites Pearl 2000 - Revision history

Angus Ireland: /* Troubleshooting */

2013-10-29T15:56:47Z

Troubleshooting

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	==Troubleshooting==		==Troubleshooting==
			If you're having trouble using the Pearl, try following the steps in the appropriate category, in order, until your problem is resolved.
	===Intelligent lights are not responding===		===Intelligent lights are not responding===
	# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.		# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.

Angus Ireland: /* Intelligent lights will not shine */

2013-10-29T15:55:43Z

Intelligent lights will not shine

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	===Intelligent lights will not shine===		===Intelligent lights will not shine===
	# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.		# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.
	# Select the fixture, then press the "Dimmer" attribute button (on the right hand side). Use the Wheels to set the intensity to 100%. Press the "Shutter/Iris" attribute button, and slowly scroll forwards and backwards - the shutter may have fallen and sometimes doing this can get it back.		# Select the fixture, then press the "Dimmer" attribute button (on the right hand side). Use the Wheels to set the intensity to 100%. Press the "Shutter/Iris" attribute button, and slowly scroll the shutter wheel forwards and backwards - the shutter may have fallen and sometimes doing this can get it back.
	# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Macros" softkey, then the "Lamp On" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.		# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Macros" softkey, then the "Lamp On" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.
	# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Macros" softkey, then the "Reset" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.		# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Macros" softkey, then the "Reset" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.

Angus Ireland: /* Intelligent lights are not responding */

2013-10-29T15:55:06Z

Intelligent lights are not responding

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	# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.		# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.
	# Check the address and personality of the patched fixture match the physical fixture.		# Check the address and personality of the patched fixture match the physical fixture.
	# Make sure the fixture has power and DMX, and the DMX run is properly [[DMX#Terminators\|terminated]]		# Make sure the fixture has power and is receiving DMX, and the DMX run is properly [[DMX#Terminators\|terminated]]
	# If possible, check the DMX cables with a cable tester		# If possible, check the DMX cables with a cable tester

Alistair: /* Troubleshooting */

2013-06-08T21:40:03Z

Troubleshooting

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	# Check you are on the correct fader page, and that fixtures are patched on the program you are using. If necessary, patch them or load a show from a disk.		# Check you are on the correct fader page, and that fixtures are patched on the program you are using. If necessary, patch them or load a show from a disk.
	# Check if the fader itself is damaged.		# Check if the fader itself is damaged.
			===Pearl starts smoking===
			# Advise Pearl that smoking in a workplace is prohibited by the Prohibition of Smoking in Certain Premises (Scotland) Regulations 2006.

	==Links==		==Links==

Angus Ireland: /* Troubleshooting */

2013-06-05T20:35:04Z

Troubleshooting

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	# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.		# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.
	# Select the fixture, then press the "Dimmer" attribute button (on the right hand side). Use the Wheels to set the intensity to 100%. Press the "Shutter/Iris" attribute button, and slowly scroll forwards and backwards - the shutter may have fallen and sometimes doing this can get it back.		# Select the fixture, then press the "Dimmer" attribute button (on the right hand side). Use the Wheels to set the intensity to 100%. Press the "Shutter/Iris" attribute button, and slowly scroll forwards and backwards - the shutter may have fallen and sometimes doing this can get it back.
	# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Lamp On" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.		# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Macros" softkey, then the "Lamp On" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.
	# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Reset" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.		# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Macros" softkey, then the "Reset" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.
	# Check the lamp has not blown.		# Check the lamp has not blown.

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	# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the "Gobo" or "Colour" attribute key. Use the wheels to try selecting a different gobo/colour.		# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the "Gobo" or "Colour" attribute key. Use the wheels to try selecting a different gobo/colour.
	# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.		# Select the fixture(s) using the blue swop keys. Press the grey "{{abbr\|ML\|Moving Light}} Menu" key beside the LCD. Press the "Locate Fixture" softkey.
	# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Reset" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.		# Select the fixture, and press the "ML Menu" key. Press the "Macros" softkey, then the "Reset" softkey. You may need to wait a few minutes.

	===Lights are not responding or have all gone dead===		===Lights are not responding or have all gone dead===

Angus Ireland at 18:13, 14 May 2013

2013-05-14T18:13:13Z

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	[[File:Avolites Pearl 2000.jpg\|thumb\|Avolites Pearl 2000]]		[[File:Avolites Pearl 2000.jpg\|thumb\|Avolites Pearl 2000]]
	The Avolites Pearl is the most commonly lighting desk used we own. It is best suited to Bops and Live band events. While it can do theatre lighting, other desks like the [[ETC Express\|ETC]] are better suited.		The Avolites Pearl is the most commonly lighting desk used we own. It is best suited to Bops and Live band events. While it can do theatre lighting, other desks like the [[ETC Express 48/96\|ETC]] are better suited.

	Though our Pearl is a ''Pearl 2000'', for maintenance reasons her mainboard and software has been updated to those from the ''Pearl 2004''. The graphics tablet which is supplied with the Pearl is sadly no longer functional.		Though our Pearl is a ''Pearl 2000'', for maintenance reasons her mainboard and software has been updated to those from the ''Pearl 2004''. The graphics tablet which is supplied with the Pearl is sadly no longer functional.

Angus Ireland at 02:35, 25 April 2013

2013-04-25T02:35:30Z

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	The Avolites Pearl is the most commonly lighting desk used we own. It is best suited to Bops and Live band events. While it can do theatre lighting, other desks like the [[ETC Express\|ETC]] are better suited.		The Avolites Pearl is the most commonly lighting desk used we own. It is best suited to Bops and Live band events. While it can do theatre lighting, other desks like the [[ETC Express\|ETC]] are better suited.

	Though our Pearl is a ''Pearl 2000'', for maintenance reasons her mainboard and software has been updated to those from the ''Pearl 2004''		Though our Pearl is a ''Pearl 2000'', for maintenance reasons her mainboard and software has been updated to those from the ''Pearl 2004''. The graphics tablet which is supplied with the Pearl is sadly no longer functional.
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Angus Ireland at 02:34, 25 April 2013

2013-04-25T02:34:30Z

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	[[File:Avolites Pearl 2000.jpg\|thumb\|Avolites Pearl 2000]]		[[File:Avolites Pearl 2000.jpg\|thumb\|Avolites Pearl 2000]]
	The Avolites Pearl is the most ~~common~~ lighting desk used ~~by the Ents Crew~~. It is best suited to Bops and Live band events. While it can do theatre lighting, other desks like the [[ETC Express\|ETC]] are better suited.		The Avolites Pearl is the most commonly lighting desk used we own. It is best suited to Bops and Live band events. While it can do theatre lighting, other desks like the [[ETC Express\|ETC]] are better suited.

			Though our Pearl is a ''Pearl 2000'', for maintenance reasons her mainboard and software has been updated to those from the ''Pearl 2004''
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	Press the ''More'' softkey until you see a name matching the description of the fixture you are patching - for example, ''CPASHPE3001'' for [[Clay Paky Alpha Spot HPE 300]]s - then press the corresponding softkey.		Press the ''More'' softkey until you see a name matching the description of the fixture you are patching - for example, ''CPASHPE3001'' for [[Clay Paky Alpha Spot HPE 300]]s - then press the corresponding softkey.

	If there is no matching personality, you will need to retrieve the Personalities floppy disk. Press ''Exit'', insert the disk, then press the ''Choose A Fixture'' softkey again. If there is still no matching personality, the Personalities disk will need updating. Please contact your nearest technical coordinator.		If there is no matching personality, you will need to retrieve the Personalities floppy disk. Press ''Exit'', insert the disk, then press the ''Choose A Fixture'' softkey again. If there is still no matching personality, the Personalities disk will need updating. Please contact your nearest technical coordinator, who will add the required personality to the disk.


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	* To unpatch a fixture, press the blue ''Patch'' key, then the blue ''Delete'' key. You can now either delete all fixtures on a handle by pressing that handle's blue ''Swop'' key, or type the DMX address of a fixture to unpatch and press the ''Enter'' key.		* To unpatch a fixture, press the blue ''Patch'' key, then the blue ''Delete'' key. You can now either delete all fixtures on a handle by pressing that handle's blue ''Swop'' key, or type the DMX address of a fixture to unpatch and press the ''Enter'' key.

	'''TODO: Finish'''		'''TODO: Finish programming palettes, shapes and memories/chases'''

	==Troubleshooting==		==Troubleshooting==
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	# Make sure that no DMX cables have been disconnected		# Make sure that no DMX cables have been disconnected
	# Make sure there is still power to the desk, the lights/dimmers and the [[optosplitter]]		# Make sure there is still power to the desk, the lights/dimmers and the [[optosplitter]]
	# Check if the Pearl has frozen. Restart her if necessary.		# Check if the Pearl has frozen. Restart her if necessary. Move any mobile devices (eg phones, tablets) away from the Pearl.
	# Check you are on the correct fader page, and that fixtures are patched on the program you are using. If necessary, patch them or load a show from a disk.		# Check you are on the correct fader page, and that fixtures are patched on the program you are using. If necessary, patch them or load a show from a disk.
	# Check if the fader itself is damaged.		# Check if the fader itself is damaged.

Angus Ireland: /* Quirks */

2013-04-25T02:31:19Z

Quirks

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	'''TODO: Finish'''		'''TODO: Finish'''

	~~==Quirks==~~
	~~The physical model of the Pearl is that of a Pearl 2000. However after repeated breakdowns, it was installed with the 2004 operating system.~~

	~~The Pearl is sensitive to Radiowaves - if it is going wrong - check your phone is off!~~

	She is also very moody, and often breaks down just before/during events if she is not treated kindly. It is highly recommended that you talk to her, stroke her, and complement her to keep her in a good mood. If this fails, you may need to turn her on, push her buttons, and insert a floppy disk. She is also very picky about who is operating her, and she often crashes for people she does not know, or does not like.

	==Troubleshooting==		==Troubleshooting==

Angus Ireland: /* Setting Up */

2013-04-25T02:30:43Z

Setting Up

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	You should now eject your floppy, and mark it with the contents of the disk - eg the event name - and the date it was saved.		You should now eject your floppy, and mark it with the contents of the disk - eg the event name - and the date it was saved.

			==Programming the Pearl==
	===Patching Fixtures===		===Patching Fixtures===
	Before anything can be done with the Pearl, she must have [[:Category:Lighting/Fixtures\|fixtures]] patched. This process differs slightly depending on the type of fixture you wish to patch.		Before anything can be done with the Pearl, she must have [[:Category:Lighting/Fixtures\|fixtures]] patched. This process differs slightly depending on the type of fixture you wish to patch.