Introduction
Chilli Dimmer 73-853-00 Issue 8
Page 4 of 30
Figure 1 - 1: Control Panel
Overview
The Chilli Dimmers are available
in several versions as shown in
the table on the previous page.
The channels may be patched as
a block or individually to the DMX.
The DMX control port supports
RDM
(Remote
Device
Management)
functionality
(version 7.00 firmware onwards).
Each channel has a manually
adjustable output level.
Each channel can be set to follow
one of four different dimming
laws.
Preheat for individual channels
can be set to between 0% and
20%.
Each channel can be topsetted to
limit its maximum output level.
Twelve programmable memories
using an output grab method.
Individual
memories
can
be
played back, when required.
Editable memory fade times and
channel levels.
Three programmable sequences
using the memories. Sequences
can be played back, when
required.
DMX fail mode (DMX Hold, Fade
to Black or Fade to Memory).
Reset Dimmer function.
DMX status indication.
Alarm Input - alarm state and
alarm messages (if networked).
HF ballast controller options of 0-
10V analogue or DSI (410 HF and
1210HF versions only).
Lock function to prevent menu
access.
Stand alone or network modes.
Areas assignable to channels in
network mode, allowing memory
and sequence playback on an
area basis.
Front Panel Controls
The control panel provides the
user interface to the Chilli
Dimmer.
LCD Screen
The LCD screen comprises two
lines of 16 characters. In this
manual, the screen is shown as
follows:
DMX: 1
Temp: OK
Numeric Keys
The numeric keys (0 - 9) are
used for entering numerical data
(eg channel number, manual
levels, DMX addresses etc.)
Star Key
The function of the star key (*) is
not yet defined.
Hash Key
The Hash key (#) is used to
toggle the channel level between
0% and 100% in Manual Control
or Edit memory.
Cursor Keys
The cursor keys are used to
scroll across menus, select
options from a defined range, or
increase or decrease the value
in a selected field.
The Up and Right keys are
functionally identical.
The Down and Left keys are
functionally identical.
Enter Key
The Enter key (ENT) is used to
confirm numeric data entry,
move down menu structures,
confirm operations etc.
Escape Key
The Escape key (ESC) is used
to escape from the current menu
to the menu level above.
