Creative Conners Stagehand Pro 3, Reference Manual

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Stagehand Pro 3 Reference Manual, 11-20
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Rack mounting - New!
The Stagehand Pro 3 case is now made exclusively for rack mounting. Since 2013, when the
Stagehand Pro was introduced, we heard from many customers that wanted an easier rack-mounting
solution than was possible with our original case design. The new case is awkwardly large at 8U (we
know, we know) but it is much simpler to mount now that it conforms to a typical vertical rack. Before
you send the email that you composed asking “why does this thing have to be so tall?!?”, let me
explain. The reason for the extreme height is that the VFD needs to be mounted vertically for proper
ventilation. To adhere to the manufacturer’s mounting recommendations, we had to make the case
8U tall. As soon as we figure something better out, we’ll do it. I swear.
Moving to the back of the Stagehand Pro 3, we find all the cable connections.
Ethernet
All Stagehand motor controllers communicate with our Spikemark software over Ethernet with a
standard RJ45 CAT5 cable. The connection can be fortified with a Neutrik EtherCon shell for
improved mechanical latching.
E-Stop
The Emergency Stop signal from a Showstopper 3 Base or Hub is sent over a 5-pin XLR connector.
Inside, the Stagehand Pro uses a SIL3 safety relay and redundant force-guided contactors to remove
power from the motor when the Emergency Stop is activated.