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In the bottom line, the
intensity level
of the effects is displayed. This level indicates the global level of all the effects on
the actuators connected to the controller in “F/X auto” mode. The level varies between 0 (OFF) and 30 (maximum) and is
represented by a horizontal bar.
If ever the synchronization is lost, (by pausing or stopping the movie for example) the horizontal bar will stop moving, will
reduce to 0 and will no longer be visible, also the “Sync Lock” Indicator will turn AMBER. Once the movie is resumed, the
motion playback and the images will be synchronized.
2.2.2 Audio Mode
To switch to the “AUDIO” mode, press the “Change Mode” button repeatedly to cycle through the three modes like
described in the previous section.
In the “Audio” mode the vibrations are determined by the analog audio input level of the Sub channel connected to your
Motion Controller. This is not a programmed mode. The main advantage of this mode is that it works with all types of
audio signal: music, TV or any movies!
Once in the “Audio” mode, the following message is displayed:
“-
Audio Music
▶
▶
▶
-
Gain
[
] -
Lvl
[ ] –
Vol
[
]-
”
In this mode, the first line on the Message Screen tells you that you are in “AUDIO” mode and the “Preset” choice;
“Music” in this example. In fact, you have four predefined choices: “Music = A”, “Movie = B”, “Game = C” and “Sport = D”.
Each preset modifies the way the Motion Controller Software translates the analog audio information into vibrations. Go
ahead! Experiment with different “Presets” and determine your favorite!
The second and third lines displays the “Gain” and audio input level “Lvl” received at the “Subwoofer” input on the back of
your Motion Controller. This allows the user to modify the amount of audio gain used to simulate motion effects. By
default, the audio gain is set at “50%”. The gain level varies in increments of 5% from 0 to 100%. By adjusting the “Gain”
the audio level “Lvl” will also change accordingly. A lower gain will reduce the input volume and thus reduce the intensity
of the corresponding Audio mode vibrations. In the
“AUDIO” mode, the vibrations are in direct relation with the audio
signal received at the input.
On the fourth and last line, you will find the overall effects level “Vol”. The level can vary between 0 (OFF) and 30
(maximum).
The “Left” and “Right” navigation keys allow you to change the “Gain” of the “Subwoofer” input signal.
2.2.3 Demo Mode
After your installation has been completed, you can test the system to see if the actuators have been properly connected
and set-up by using the Demo Mode. The following message will be displayed:
“-
Demo
[
] - -
Vol
[
]-
”
2.3 Error Indicator
The Error Indicator on the front panel of the Motion Controller turns red when an error has occurred.
To access the error message refer to the “Error Message” option in the “Status” sub-menu section 3.4.3.
