Electronic Theatre Controls PARADIGM Specifications

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

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 32100 - 120 VAC RacksModule Type Description of Purpose Compatible LoadsAFM required in empty dimmer slots not applicableCC15 and CC20di

33 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualMode:The firing mode menu allows you to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a specif

3 Programming 34Threshold:Threshold allows you to set a dimmer or a range of dimmers to a specific threshold control level (0-100%) at which it begins

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

35 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualDynamic PreheatDynamic preheat is the amount of time a dimmer or selected range of dim

3 Programming 36Patch By DMX StartTwo universes of DMX control are available in the Paradigm architectural control processor, DMX port A and DMX port

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

3 Programming 38Step 2: Assign a DMX address to the first dimmer in the selection and press enter ( ). The focus changes back to the dimmer number. Wh

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

3 Programming 40Load SheddingLoad circuits not set for emergency can either be turned off (via load shedding “On” setting) or the DRd dimming engine c

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

3 Programming 42Step 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

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

3 Programming 44Step 2: Scroll to select the desired station for connection (binding) and press enter ( ). The “Connect to:” menu lists all unconnecte

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

45 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manualof a “restore defaults” action. A restore defaults action from the processor face pane

3 Programming 46alternative setting, 24 Hour, by pressing enter ( ). This toggles the selection between the two formats.Step 5: Change the time to ref

47 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manualmaking a selection from a new menu list.• week of month is selected by pressing the en

3 Programming 48Step 3: When the desired value is displayed, use the touch wheel to scroll to the next setup option or press back ( ) to return to the

49 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manualc: Use the touch wheel or alpha-numeric button pad to select the desired “seconds” val

3 Programming 50Dimming Control MenuSet LevelsStep 1: Use the touch wheel to scroll to “Set Levels” from within the “Dimming Control” menu and press e

51 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualDimmer CheckThe “Dimmer Check” menu provides a quick and easy method to step through a

3 Programming 52Arch Control MenuWhen no architectural configuration is present in the Paradigm ACP, the only architectural control available for use

53 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualControl ChannelsThe “Control Channel” menu provides the tools to display and change cu

3 Programming 54to select the attribute for edit and press enter ( ). The attribute properties display for edit and status. Status information include

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

55 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualSequencesThe “Sequences” menu provides the tools display and change sequence status. S

3 Programming 56OverridesStep 1: Scroll to select “Overrides” from the “Arch Control” menu and press enter ( ). The “Select Overrides” menu list displ

57 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualFile Operations MenuSave Rack ConfigurationsThe “Save Rack Configs” operation is only

3 Programming 58Save Dimming ConfigurationThe “Save Dimming Config” operation is only available when the Paradigm ACP is hosted by a DRd enclosure. Th

59 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualLoad Dimming ConfigurationThe “Load Dimming Configuration” operation is only available

3 Programming 60Save Arch ConfigurationThe “Save Arch Config” process saves only the architectural configuration to the root directory of the removabl

61 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualLoad Architectural ConfigurationThe “Load Arch Config” menu provides you with tools to

3 Programming 62Restore DefaultsThe “Restore Defaults” operation erases all memories, excluding removable media, and returns the specified configurati

63 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualUpdate FirmwareFirmware is the embedded software for the Paradigm architectural contro

3 Programming 64Save LCD FilesLCD files including the LCD configuration and theme data from the architectural configuration are stored in the ACP memo

Introduction 2Warnings and Notice ConventionsThese symbols are used throughout ETC documentation to alert you to danger or important information:Note:

65 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manualreturns to the “File Operations” menu when the save action is complete.• If a file wit

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 45.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:Release Set LevelsAll Set Levelscontrol has beenReleased.Dimming

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 Modules120 VAC Dimmer Module

B Unison DRd Rack Compatible Modules 84ED25R Single 25A, 5KW, 400µS RCD Module 7083A1047 5 lbs / 2.3 kgsED25RE Single 25A, 5KW, 600μS RCD Module 7083

Introduction 4OverviewParadigm System ComponentsThe Paradigm architectural control processor (P-ACP) is one component of the Paradigm control system.

85 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration ManualDimmer Module DefaultsModule Types:120 VACDefaultModeDefaultCurve230/240 VAC DefaultMo

B Unison DRd Rack Compatible Modules 86Dimmer ModesNormal ModeProperty Units Default 120VDefault230/240 VACDefault 277VCurve not applicable Mod-Square

87 Paradigm Architectural Control Processor Configuration Manual2 and 3 Wire Fluorescent ModeProperty Units Default 120V Default 230V Default 277VCurv

B Unison DRd Rack Compatible Modules 88Off ModeProperty Units Default 120V Default 230V Default 277VCurve not applicable Linear Linear LinearVoltage R

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