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 OSO Maestro

DMX controller

User manual

The information in this user manual is subject to change at any time without notice.

Version: 1.0

Date of creation and author's initials:31-03-2018 RV

Revision date and author's initials: -

Summary of Contents for 9000-0043-8700

Page 1: ... DMX controller User manual The information in this user manual is subject to change at any time without notice Version 1 0 Date of creation and author s initials 31 03 2018 RV Revision date and author s initials ...

Page 2: ...In the event that the OSO Maestro 406 does not function properly or if you have any issues while operating it please remove the plug from the power socket and contact your dealer for assistance Box contents OSO Maestro DMX controller connection cable from IEC C13 to Schuko 1 5 mm connection cable from IEC C13 to UK plug 1 5 mm Please inspect the device and the included accessories Should you disco...

Page 3: ...device should not be fed with a signal higher than necessary The device should only be used indoors contact with water rain and moisture should always be avoided Do not place any objects containing liquid on top of the device Remove the device from any nearby flames or heat sources do not place it near flammable fluids gasses or objects Disconnect this device from the power supply if it will not b...

Page 4: ...the device before using it Should the device not be used in the manner described in this user manual damages or even injuries could occur Ayra cannot be held responsible for any injuries or damages that occur as a result of improper use of this product Storage and transport This product is designed for mobile use Always transport the device in its original packaging or in a flight case mounted in ...

Page 5: ...ch as possible from pollution CE The CE logo indicates that this product meets the European norms and requirements to which it must legally conform Only suitable for indoor use this product was only designed for indoor use The maximum environmental temperature must not exceed 40 degrees Celsius 104 degrees Fahrenheit Contact Ayra professional lighting products Verrijn Stuartweg 18 4462 GE Goes The...

Page 6: ...colour 17 Stroboscope activation button 7 Select Gobo chase 18 Tap Speed function button 8 Select Gobo 1 main gobo 19 Sound mode activation button 9 Select Gobo 2 sub gobo 20 Fog machine activation button 10 Select Shutter chase 21 Blackout activation button 11 Select Shutter speed 22 Central display The information in this user manual is subject to change at any time without notice Version 1 0 Da...

Page 7: ...C C5 power input with fuse holder 3 Microphone for audio controlled mode The information in this user manual is subject to change at any time without notice Version 1 0 Date of creation and author s initials 31 03 2018 RV Revision date and author s initials 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 8: ...cts At this time only the devices indicated in this manual are compatible with this DMX controller Always ensure that the products are set to the correct channel mode and addressed to the right starting channel With moving fixtures like scanners and moving heads it s possible to assign pan and tilt inverts to the fixtures themselves A light show with eight moving heads can become even more dynamic...

Page 9: ... DMX channel division may not function properly with this DMX controller General operation of the controller If you are familiar with how to use a universal DMX controller or if you have never worked with a DMX controller before it will take some time to get used to the OSO Maestro s unique functionality The step by step instructions below will teach you how to utilise the rotary knob functions so...

Page 10: ...r the ultimate step position to be reached before the next step is activated 15 30 Fast movement and full range but the moving fixture stands still in the ultimate position for a short period of time 15 15 Relatively fast smooth movement due to correct alignment of the Fade Time and Step Time values 50 50 Relatively calm smooth movement due to correct alignment of the Fade Time and Step Time value...

Page 11: ...ing quickly between colours if the sub colour is located on the other side of the wheel for instance The wheel would need to rotate halfway around to get to that colour and may show the other colours in the process To avoid this effect select colours that are next to each other in the colour wheel select a static colour or lower the alternating speed Devices with a multiple LED light source are ab...

Page 12: ... open 100 The value is shown in the display on the bottom right of the panel The Master Dimmer does not control the UV function that you can address to start channel 3 as well as all devices that are addressed to a device with UV functionality such as the ERO 406 ERO 506 ERO 706 Compar 50 and Compar 60 This makes it possible to turn on all UV lighting and dim the rest of the lighting LEDs The OSO ...

Page 13: ... function and a red LED lights up to indicate the status Press the button again to deactivate the function When activating the stroboscope function the Strobe speed value between 0 and 255 is used for the flashing speed 0 is very slow and 255 is very fast The stroboscope speed can always be adjusted in real time It is possible to program the stroboscope speed in a preset but it needs to be activat...

Page 14: ...on the rear of the controller The sound sensitivity is determined digitally by the controller as explained earlier in this manual The optimal value depends on the audio volume in any given situation as the microphone only reacts to the bass frequency in the music The sound controlled function works best with music that has a four quarter measure and low tones particularly with a distinct beat If t...

Page 15: ...ckout is a commonly used term in the world of entertainment lighting that means standby When you press the Blackout button again the LED will turn off and the Blackout function will deactivate so that all fixtures are capable of receiving normal commands again When the Blackout function is active you can change settings adjust parameters switch presets and so on Any changes you make are shown on t...

Page 16: ...assing cables through from the front to the rear of your equipment If you mount a connection panel above the controller you will have an organised layout for your connection options without sacrificing any rack space Utilise the rack space and label your presets with stickers for an even faster more intuitive work flow Connecting the OSO Maestro to DMX lighting The OSO Maestro is equipped with 2 D...

Page 17: ...y to reverse the DMX polarity switch on the DMX controller The device is not reacting there is no DMX signal indication Make sure the XLR cables are connected properly and are not defective Replace if necessary The device does not react to sound music Incorrect operation mode Make sure the sound activated mode has been selected The internal microphone sensitivity is too low Check the microphone se...

Page 18: ...tilt inversion is activated Check if pan tilt inversion is activated in the menu The operation mode can not be changed The device is in Slave mode If the device is in Slave mode it will wait for a master signal unless there is a DMX signal present Set the device to Master to activate the sound controlled or automated operation modes The information in this user manual is subject to change at any t...

Page 19: ...lled tap sync tap sync function based on four quarter measure sound controlled function features built in microphone with adjustable sensitivity based on four quarter measure specific activation buttons for Fog UV Strobe and Blackout functionality use as desktop model with slanted construction for optimal overview of functions or use rack mounts to install in a 19 inch rack Technical specification...

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