Avolites Pearl 2000
Introduction
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 are better suited.
Setting Up
Quick Start
The Pearl takes an IEC input for power. She must also be connected to the Optosplitter via 5 pin DMX. When being used on a single universe (our usual setup) this will be connected to Output 2 for single universe mode. If using 2 universes, the Dimmers are usually connected to Output 1, while the intelligent lighting optosplitter is usually output 2.
Loading Shows
We have a collection of floppies with saved shows on them. To load one, press the blue Disk button on the left hand side, insert your floppy disk and press the 'Load Show' softkey. Wait for the load to finish, then press the Exit softkey. Once the Pearl has 'Energised', she will be ready to use.
Patching Fixtures
Before anything can be done with the Pearl, she must have fixtures patched. Press the blue Patch button on the left hand side then choose the type - Dimmer for Generics, or Choose A Fixture for Intelligents. 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.
Links
Avolites - The manufacturer of the Pearl