Philips basicPalette II, Installation And Setup Gude

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Software Overview
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Palette II Lighting Control Console
Installation & Setup Guide
SOFTWARE OVERVIEW
1. PaletteOS Software
The console processor utilizes Microsoft® Windows to run a specially designed PaletteOS lighting control software
developed by Horizon Control, Inc. The PaletteOS application works in conjunction with console hardware buttons/
sliders/playback faders/and encoders to provide control of external devices, data management, and show file storage.
Note: Other programs cannot be installed by end-user on the processor. Visit www.strandlighting.com for additional
compatible software downloads.
Benefits of PaletteOS Software:
• PaletteOS is a tracking-based application.
• PaletteOS adds an easy to use Graphical User Interface to the already powerful command-line syntax that is com-
mon to generations of Strand control. Now there is a choice to use traditional command-line syntax or use the
mouse and access pull-down menus and dialogue boxes.
• PaletteOS displays a wealth of information on its graphical screen, allowing the user to work faster and more effi-
ciently.
• PaletteOS can be upgraded, at no additional cost, when new software becomes available.
2. Off-Line Editor
A free off-line editor and remote video software is available at: www.strandlighting.com
3. Control of Connected Devices
Control of connected devices and/or lighting systems is achieved by using the console desk hardware in conjunction
with the PaletteOS software application. In some cases, actions can be performed using either the hardware or
software, providing you with a variety of choices suitable to your preferences and requirements.
• For more information about the hardware controls, refer to "Console Overview" on page 16 .
• For more instructions on using the PaletteOS software, please refer to the Help system within the program itself
(by either selecting it from the Help Menu or pressing the [Help] button on the desk) or the Palette Series Software
User Manual.
4. External Control
The console can accept several forms of external control, depending on your console's particular configuration.
These include, but are not limited to, Touchscreens and Remote Focus Units. Refer to "Hook-Up" on page 11 .