Operating modes
The ComPar 2 offers various operating modes, each with its own advantages. For simple events there are
stand-alone modes, and for advanced situations it's possible to create synchronised light shows. You can
also control every feature of the ComPar 2 via DMX in various channel modes. A short description for each
mode can be found below:
Auto:
Automatic and mostly stand-alone operating mode, where users can pick one of the various options, such as
static colours, colour fades or even custom colours.
Sound:
Automatic light show with one of the pre-programmed internal shows in sync with the music, thanks to an
internal microphone that picks up the beat of the music and changes a step each time a beat is detected. Use
the Sens mode to change the sensitivity of the internal microphone, so it will respond optimally to the beat of
the music.
Slave:
In master/slave mode, it is possible to link several ComPar 2 fixtures together, to create synchronised light
shows in the automatic or sound-controlled mode, or even with colour presets to save time. Set the first
fixture in the chain to the desired mode, and the other fixtures to Slave mode, so they will mimic the
behaviour of the first fixture. The master/slave function requires 3p XLR male - XLR female cables (not
included). Connect the DMX output of the master fixture to the DMX input of the second fixture (and from this
fixture to the next if needed).
DMX:
The ComPar 2 can be connected to a DMX controller with standard 3p XLR male - XLR female cable. In DMX
mode, a DMX terminator must be connected to the last fixture at the end of the DMX chain to prevent
reflections in the DMX signal, which could cause flickering and unwanted behaviour from your intelligent
fixtures.
A DMX terminator is an XLR connector with a 120-ohm resistor placed between pin 2 and 3 as a bridge.
NOTE:
With the ComPar 2, it's possible to switch between various channel modes. For simple applications
that require a minimum amount of control, the 2CH mode is perfect. Users who wish to have ultimate control
over all of the ComPar 2's features can select the 6CH mode.
2CH mode:
CH
Function
Values
1
Dimmer 0-100%
000-255
2
Colour preset
000-036: Colour 1
037-073: Colour 2
074-110: Colour 3
111-147: Colour 4
148-184: Colour 5
185-222: Colour 6
223-255: Colour 7
3CH1 mode:
CH
Function
Values
1
Dimmer 0-100%
000-255
2
Strobe slow-fast
000-255
All information and illustrations shown in this user manual are subject to change without further notice.
User manual version: 1.0
Creation date + author initials: 04-11-2015 RV Revision date + author initials:
