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Sidekick 

Product code: 55007 

 

SMPTE 

SMPTE time is coded with Binary Coded Decimal. Four bits are assigned to every tenth decimal numeral. 
The first 26 bits in each frame are assigned to the time information. Then, there are 32 bits of user data 
and the synchronization word (final 16 bits). The synchronization word is to identify the frame’s boundaries 
and is: 0011 1111 1111 1101. 

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is an interface used when working with different data formats. 
One of the ways it can work with time is called MTC (MIDI Time Code). 

The MIDI time code message consists of 32 bits (the last 8 bits are unused or are set to 0). Each Time Code 
component is coded by one byte. 

Byte 0 
0rrhhhhh: Rate (0–3) and hour (0–23). 
rr=00: 24 fps 
rr=01: 25 fps 
rr=10: 29.99 fps 
rr=11: 30 fps 
 
Byte 1 
00mmmmmm: Minute (0–59) 
 
Byte 2 
00ssssss: Second (0–59) 
 
Byte 3 
000fffff: Frame (0–30) 

When time code is repeated, it is divided into 8 x 4-bit pieces and one part is transmitted by every quarter 
frame. Each quarter frame has the byte status of 0xF1. There are 7 data bits (3 bits are the quarter frame 
identifiers and 4 bits contain the time portion). 

Piece 

Data byte 

Explanation 

0000

ffff 

Frame number lsbits 

0001

000f 

Frame number msbit 

0010

ssss 

Second lsbits 

0011

00ss 

Second msbits 

0100

mmmm 

Minute lsbits 

0101

00mm 

Minute msbits 

0110

hhhh 

Hour lsbits 

0111

0rrh 

Rate and hour msbit 

The time expands with the transmission of a single SMPTE frame, that takes place in 2 frames (8 x ¼). 
While mapping SMPTE to MTC, every second frame will be in MIDI time code. In takes for the master 
device about 2–4 frames to process this data, depending on when the scan begins. 

 
 

 

Summary of Contents for 55007

Page 1: ...V1 Sidekick Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade the Netherlands Product code 55007 USER MANUAL ENGLISH ...

Page 2: ...l of the device Non observance of the instructions in this user manual may result in serious injuries and damage of property 2021 Infinity All rights reserved No part of this document may be copied published or otherwise reproduced without the prior written consent of Highlite International Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice For the latest version of this ...

Page 3: ...ity 11 Recommended Software 11 Dimensions 11 4 Installation 11 Installation Site Requirements 11 5 Setup 12 Warnings and Precautions 12 Setup Example 12 Supported Control Protocols 12 DMX Connection 13 DMX 512 Protocol 13 DMX Cables 13 Universe Numbering 14 SMPTE 15 6 Operation 16 Safety Instructions for Operation 16 Turning On Off 16 Connecting to the Chimp OnPC 16 Control Modes 17 7 Troubleshoot...

Page 4: ...for households Any other use not mentioned under intended use is regarded as non intended and incorrect use Product Lifespan This device is not designed for permanent operation Do not switch on and off the device in short intervals This will reduce the wear and will improve the device s lifespan Text Conventions Throughout the user manual the following text conventions are used Buttons All buttons...

Page 5: ...tially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Attention Indicates important information for the correct operation and use of the product Important Read and observe the instructions in this document Provides important information about the disposal of this product Symbols on the Information Label This product is provided with an information label The informa...

Page 6: ...ns e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately Let the device reach room temperature before switching it on otherwise it may be damaged by the formed condensation If the device fails to work properly discontinue the use immediately Attention This device shall be used only for the purposes it is designed for This device is designed to be used as a keyboard for the Chimp OnPC This devic...

Page 7: ...rson for specific tasks and work activities associated with the installation service and maintenance of this product so that they can identify risks and take precautions to avoid them Skilled persons have training or experience which enables them to recognize risks and to avoid hazards associated with the installation service and maintenance of this product Ordinary persons are all persons other t...

Page 8: ...f the Device The Peanut Box is designed to be used as a keyboard for the Chimp OnPC It expands your setup with 2 additional universes Art Net and sACN Front View Fig 02 Back View Fig 03 Kensington lock port USB B connector IN Kensington lock port ...

Page 9: ... panel consists of multiple playback fader controls each consisting of a fader and flash go and pause back buttons These may contain Cuelists Groups or Special Masters like Speedmasters These are pageable and the button functions are assignable The buttons below the faders are labelled 1 to 10 Fig 05 ...

Page 10: ...06 Executor Buttons These buttons may contain Cuelists or Groups The Executors are pageable independently from the Playback Faders and they have assignable functions Fig 07 Special Faders This part of the Sidekick s front panel contains 4 special master fader controls each consisting of a fader and a button These may contain Groups or Special Masters like Speedmasters Fig 08 ...

Page 11: ... x 295 x 90 mm L x W x H Weight 4 95 kg Operation and control Control DMX PC software DMX channels 1024 Universes 2 Power connector IN USB B Data connector IN USB A Faders 14 OSC Open Sound Control Yes Control protocols sACN Art Net SMPTE timecode optional Construction Housing Metal Color Black IP rating IP20 Thermal Ambient temperature ta From 5 C to 40 C ...

Page 12: ...e from our website www highlite com Dimensions Fig 09 4 Installation Installation Site Requirements The device can be used only indoors The device can be positioned on a flat surface The minimum distance to other objects must be bigger than 0 5 m The maximum ambient temperature ta 40 C must never be exceeded The relative humidity must not exceed 50 with an ambient temperature of 40 C ...

Page 13: ...o transfer large amount of DMX 512 data over an Ethernet network Art Net 4 can support up to 32768 universes Art Net Designed by and Copyright Artistic Licence Holdings Ltd sACN streaming Architecture for Control Networks also known as ANSI E1 31 is a protocol for sending DMX 512 data over IP networks developed by ESTA Entertainment Services and Technology Association It supports up to 63999 unive...

Page 14: ... to connect more than 32 devices on one data link you must use a DMX optically isolated splitter booster otherwise this may result in deterioration of the DMX signal Note Maximum recommended DMX data link distance 300 m Maximum recommended number of devices on a DMX data link 32 devices DMX Cables Shielded twisted pair cables with 5 pin XLR connectors must be used for reliable DMX connection You c...

Page 15: ... 128 nets 0 127 Note In Art Net universes are called Port Address and number from 0 to 32767 There are 32768 unique numbers In sACN universes number from 1 to 63999 There are 63999 unique numbers The values of 0 and 64000 to 65535 are reserved for future expansion according to the standard 15 bit Port Address Net 0 127 Sub net 0 15 Universe 0 15 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2 0 0 2 31 0 1 15 32 0 2 0 33 0 2 1 ...

Page 16: ...3 rr 00 24 fps rr 01 25 fps rr 10 29 99 fps rr 11 30 fps Byte 1 00mmmmmm Minute 0 59 Byte 2 00ssssss Second 0 59 Byte 3 000fffff Frame 0 30 When time code is repeated it is divided into 8 x 4 bit pieces and one part is transmitted by every quarter frame Each quarter frame has the byte status of 0xF1 There are 7 data bits 3 bits are the quarter frame identifiers and 4 bits contain the time portion ...

Page 17: ...r use not mentioned under intended use is regarded as non intended and incorrect use Turning On Off To turn the device on use a USB cable to connect the USB connector 02 on the Sidekick with the USB connector on your PC with Chimp OnPC software installed Connecting to the Chimp OnPC The Sidekick needs to be connected to the Chimp OnPC and activated before it becomes functional 01 Use a USB cable t...

Page 18: ...ditional DMX universes Control Modes Please refer to the user manual of the Chimp 100 or Chimp 300 for detailed and up to date information about the available control modes The Sidekick s functions are similar to those of the Chimp The user manuals for both Chimp consoles can be downloaded here Product code 55004 Inifinity Chimp 100 G2 Product code 55014 Inifinity Chimp 300 G2 ...

Page 19: ... does not appear on the list of available devices on the PC screen The device is not properly connected to the PC Check if the USB cable is properly connected to the PC Replace the USB cable 8 Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Attention Before each use examine the device visually for any defects Make sure that There are no deformations on housings fixations and installation points Basic Cleaning ...

Page 20: ...e handling instructions printed on the outer carton box for example Handle with care This side up Fragile Storage Clean the device before storing Follow the cleaning instructions in chapter 8 1 1 Basic Cleaning Instructions on page 18 Store the device in the original packaging if possible 10 Disposal Correct disposal of this product Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment This symbol on the prod...

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