Theatrelight Nova 24, Operation Manual

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NOVA OPERATION 1
INTRODUCTION
The Theatrelight Nova is a general purpose memory assisted lighting control desk available in two models, the Nova 24, and the
Nova 36. Both models have been designed for simple operation but with more sophisticated functions than a manual preset desk,
and make the Nova a perfect introduction for students of lighting design and operation.
The single preset of 24 or 36 Channel faders is complemented by a second preset `Park' facility with dipless cross-fade, which
allows the Nova to emulate a two preset manual desk when required without the space and expense of a second set of faders.
Both models have a number of Scenemasters for recording and playing back lighting levels. Each Scenemaster can be recorded
as a single Scene for manually or auto timed fades from 0.5 second to 30 minutes. A Scenemaster can also record a Chase
which steps at the rate set by the Speed Master. Scenemasters marked "Shows" can record a Show, a sequence of cues stepped
by the Cue Go key at the fade rate set by the Fade Master. The 8 playback Master faders of the 24 channel model are arranged
in 10 pages for a total of 60 Scenes and Chases, and 20 Shows. The 20 playback Masters of the 36 channel model are arranged
in 4 pages for a total of of 64 Scenes and Chases, and 16 Shows. A maximum of 60 steps can be stored under a Chase or a
Show (40 steps in the 36 channel model).
Page overlay memory keeps the last page master active until it is returned to zero thus allowing access to any page without
change to the current lighting state. Up and Down editing keys allow easy modification of any recorded levels. Since each page
can simultaneously play back a number of Chases or manually faded Scenes, or cross-fade through a large number of push
button Show cues, the desks can cope with the busiest performance.
Chase playback fade times can be set to Snap, Comet or Fade modes by setting the Fade Master. In addition the Nova features a
variety of Bass operated Chase options using either the internal microphone or an external audio source, making this panel ideal
for club lighting.
A remote control input allows cue operation for automated or Audio-Visual applications from external devices such as projector
control boxes, and a variety of decoders. Apart from controlling lighting dimmers, the Nova can be used to control many other
effects such as motors, strobes, colour scrollers, moving lights, smoke machines and pyrotechnics used in Disco and Rock
lighting. The output from the Nova is in industry standard DMX-512 1990 format allowing easy interface to all entertainment
equipment.
The facilities designed into the Nova result in an easy to learn, easy to operate, hands-on control panel for Schools, smaller
Theatres, and Drama and small Television studios. The Bass and Chase features also make the Nova ideal for Disco, Club and
Band lighting.