Ambient XC, User Manual

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Page 3: ...e to the amBIENT XC Basics Getting Started Touchscreen Features The HOME Screen Changing the Timetable The SETTINGS Screen The CURRENT TIME Screen Troubleshooting Specification Safety Other Information 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 10 12 ...

Page 4: ...to an ever changing dynamic environment The character of your venue can be changed to create ambience and mood throughout the day You can also synchronise your lights with sound and video to create amazing effects that your customers would love The amBIENT XC is powered by amBX technology which is the new standard in the creation and delivery of immersive entertainment experiences You will be amaz...

Page 5: ...ronised to video content producing dynamic lighting effects Audio In Connects LED lighting installation to an audio source for automated dynamic lighting effects synchronised to music RS232 Compatible connection to other devices and systems USB For PC connection and use with PC based amBX applications DMX Industry standard interface and connection to LED lighting installations Single DMX 512 unive...

Page 6: ...ens chosen by touching the window tab The HOME screen is used to preview the 12 bespoke amBX Modes that your installer has designed and programmed for you The TIMETABLE screen allows you to view the current lighting schedule on the seven day timetable chart and alter it by hour for each day The SETTINGS screen allows you to change the brightness and colour saturation of the lights and the transiti...

Page 7: ... Using the HOME Screen Although the amBIENT XC comes pre installed with 12 amBX Modes installers will be able to create 12 new amBX Modes to suit your preferences precisely An amBX Mode can automatically generate a near infinite combination of lighting effects triggered by audio video and time Within each amBX Mode there are a set of rules which define how audio video and light react with the spac...

Page 8: ... Preview Box The Colour Tint feature gives complete freedom to change the colour of your lights by tinting the colours in the modes from a light tint to a full block colour Unlike BRIGHTNESS or SATURATION tint mixes a colour of your choice with the selected mode For example Running a predominantly white mode and setting a blue tint to 50 would result in a light blue mode Setting tint to 100 Solid ...

Page 9: ...l be shifted towards the tint colour When the Tint Slider is at 100 only the Tint Colour will be displayed Colour Tint Slider 6 Colour Tint is a global setting Any mode you select on the Home tab will now be tinted To remove Colour Tint altogether return to the Colour tab and set the Tint Slider to 0 0 100 ...

Page 10: ...e Setting Bar select the hour that you want the amBX Mode to be used Press again to clear a slot To view another day of the week select the Previous button to view the previous day or select the Next button to view the next day Touch the back button to return to the TIMETABLE window Touch the TIMETABLE tab to display the week view schedule Next Previous 2 1 Changing the Timetable Back Schedule Set...

Page 11: ...settings Transition Slider Saturation Slider Changing the Light Settings Touch the SETTINGS tab to display the settings window The Brightness Saturation and Transition speed can be changed by adjusting the corresponding sliders Slide the Brightness Slider towards the left to darken the light intensity and towards the right to brighten the light intensity Slide the Saturation Slider towards the lef...

Page 12: ...tions can be easily navigated through by using the Previous and Next buttons Touch the CURRENT TIME tab to display the current time window Use the arrows to adjust the day hour and minutes display Touch the SET button to save the displayed value as the current time Selecting another tab without pressing SET will overlook any changes Next Previous SET Changing the Day and Time CURRENT TIME Tab ...

Page 13: ...in 483 x 356 x 89mm Weight 8 82lb 4kg Operating Temperature 32 122 F 0 50 C Humidity 8 90 non condensing Certification Certification CE FCC and Safety Environment Dry Location IP20 UI Up to 12 amBX Modes Default or installer customised selection Scheduler Weekly by Hour Scheduling of amBX Modes One touch Override Instantly override any timetable with a fixed amBX Mode If you are experiencing diffi...

Page 14: ...roduce heat If the amBIENT XC is installed in a rack ensure that adequate space is maintained between the amBIENT XC and other items in the rack It is suggested that 1U is left between the anBIENT XC and units above and below Power Sources The appliance must only be connected to the power supply indicated on the appliance Grounding and Polarisation The appliance must be grounded When using an exte...

Page 15: ...d do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture Observe all warnings on the appliance To prevent electric shock do not open the enclosure there are no user serviceable parts inside To prevent electric shock do not use this polarised power plug with an extension cable or other outlets unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure Ensure that the voltage indicated on the back ...

Page 16: ...rty of amBX UK Limited and its suppliers Any attempt to alter or replicate the contents of the amBIENT XC is prohibited Any attempt to copy or alter the software will render any warranties void amBX UK Limited will initiate legal proceedings against anyone attempting to copy or replicate the software Do not open the amBIENT XC case to do so will void your warranty For support and advice please con...

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