Using eos nomad dongle as backup console eos family eos. Eos family a way to uninstall eos family from your system eos family is a software application. Ready to move beyond the basics with your element console. Looking for the latest eos family software and fixture library updates. The magic sheet suite in eos family software is a simple, yet comprehensive set of tools that allows you to tie every facet of your show file to your workflow from custom displays to programming surfaces and much more. When using etcnomad as a backup, the output capacity of your lowest. In this article, we will look at how to send triggers from the popular show control software qlab to an eos family console. Mar 03, 2020 this class will explore core concepts of unique features of the eos family software.
If you are in the eos software, you can exit out to the ecu by. Affordable and easy to use, element 2 brings the fundamentals of lighting control to the forefront while allowing access to a wealth of advanced control features below the surface. Osc is a protocol that allows for twoway communication between networked devices. You can use programs like maxmsp, medialon manager, and touchosc, or hardware like etcs eos family to send messages that exist in qlab 4s osc dictionary. Looking for the eos family manuals or other documentation. Usa when eos family console users install software v2. Featuring the same backlit keyboard layout and fullfeature software as its bigger siblings, this little desk brings professional programming power to any venue. Mar 15, 2014 both eos family and cobalt family consoles are being used in active livetoair broadcasts daily all around the world. May 15, 2014 the current eos client dongle will work as a nomad 256 dongle to run cobalt 7.
From now on, any upgraded console is a fullyupgraded console. Aug 15, 2017 check the documentation for your console. Connecting eos family consoles to a visualiser electronic. Page 3 only one wing 2 x 10 or 2 x 20 may be used with a personal computer that is running nomad eos family client or offline software in eos, eos ti, gio, or ion. Youre now wellversed in eosfamily terminology, already know the layout of the desk, and are experienced as a conventional and intelligentfixture programmer. Of course, if you dont use your consoles network port because you use dmx only, you can follow option 1 above. This page holds details on how to remove it from your computer. Whether transitioning to an eos family console or a new console owner, this class will teach the basics to get the programmer up and running with this amazing console. Help pack to update your console or offline software to a new revision or translation of the manual, you will need to download a help pack from the etc website, load it to a usb device, and then transfer it to your console from the usb port using the eos configuration utility a. Open new tabs on this monitor select this icon to redirect to the home screen where you can open new tabs using the display and controls icons. All eos family software versions electronic theatre. You can also set the console to transmit draft sacn from the shell if needed for your system.
This article lists when every version of eos family software was released. Finding the software version on an eos family console prior to v2. The element 2 console adapts the awardwinning eos family control platform for venues with modest rigs and maximum handson fader control needs. As announced at cue, etcs professional development conference, eos v2. When a topic pertains to specific consoles, their names will be used. New features include contextual labels on console tabs, reordering of columns in the cue listand even fader options to help with live busking. Fwiw, they likely dont need an eos and could buy a pair of junior consoles from the eos family. Aug 07, 2015 width1200 height800 the new version 2. Open the settings menu, then navigate to the network section.
Complete this form and a member of our team will be in touch. Eos provides an expansion of traffic control capabilities, while focusing upon simplicity and easeofuse. If at all possible, test it with a console, and tell us which. This process is only applicable to windows 7 consoles. In this article, we will look at how to send triggers to the popular. One of the most significant improvements to the eos family in this software. For people who are well versed in eos family console features, this is an opportunity to learn a few more complex concepts and functions. The tiny usb key plugs into a computer, turning it into a flexible controller that runs both etc cobalt and eos family software.
Element 2 offers the sophisticated control of the eos software with an interface and price point that is accessible to a broad range of users and venues. Feb 14, 2020 templates and examples for using osc with etc eos family consoles sstaublighthack. Hooking up laptop to etc eos family console to teach. How to program strobe lights on etc ion eos family. The version you listed in your first post, etc eos family v.
A python library for controlling etc eos family lighting consoles using osc. The new element 2 hardware boasts the same hardkey layout as the other desks, bringing the console even closer to its bigger eos siblings. Updating software on an eos ti electronic theatre controls inc. Have you mastered the basics of the level 1 and are you now ready to take your. This can be achieved using open sound control osc, which allows sound to trigger lighting, or vice versa, using only a network connection between the devices no additional hardware required. Level 3 advanced programming for eos family software.
Eos network settings to edit the network settings on a console, exit to the shell, and go to settings network. The eos gio essentials class will provide an overview of the console and programming for conventional fixtures. It is simple enough to translate output from a piece of software to the eos and implementing osc would no longer lock you in to using a proprietary protocol opening up even more markets. Second would be to use an rvi which would cost money. Etc ion xe console 1 of 4 eos series general information ion xe provides complete control of conventional and moving lights, leds and media servers. This class will explore core concepts of unique features of the eos family software. Changes include support for multicell fixtures, new flexi states, revised setup. Home screen upon start up or creation of a new show file, any connected monitor that is not already displaying the live or playback status displays will show the display management home screen. Oct 30, 2015 1 etc ion console eos family software firmware 1 etc ion console fader wing add on steps. The release also marks a change in the way the console family handles output upgrades for both new and exi. Etc eos ti console this console is considered poa and you need to contact blue planet lighting with more information in order to generate a quote from etc. Installation instructions new eos family consoles will ship with the current version of software load ed and you do not need to update the software in the console to begin using it. If you dont have access to a console, you can download nomad from etcs website.
Insert the usb device containing the library into an available usb port on the console. Oct 01, 20 i guess i am wondering if anyone has any advice on connecting the etc element to my laptop i am using the student version of polar capture or if anyone has the capture files c2s that would work with the level 1 and 2 manuals for the eos family consoles. The element console received an internal makeover last fall, when a software update unlocked a range of advancedprogramming features. All eos family software versions electronic theatre controls inc. Is the show fileviz file for the new david kane hosted effects and busking videos available for download. Third, and perhaps easiest, would be to use the eos family software. Consoles, rvis, rpus, etcnomad puck and etcnomad for pc software.
The color picker has been completely redesigned, introducing optional abstract color spaces for control of any color mixing system, new tools for the gel picker, and improved color matching. Fader wings with an orange usb connector can be used with no additional modification. The current eos client dongle will work as a nomad 256 dongle to run cobalt 7. Select channels and set parameter data playback and edit cues park channels conduct dimmer and channel checks patch conventional fixtures manipulate color, pantilt and other parameters using dedicated graphical controllers view a cue list display monitor only, with. Etc eos family console programmers public group facebook. Wherever work takes the user, their console will feel like home. Contact technical support to help troubleshoot your gear. You are encouraged to visit and participate in the etc eos family user forum. John from etc ltd in london walks you through how to reimage your eos family console. Etc releases updates to congo and eos family consoles. Which brings me to the next pro, you have full access to the hog pc software. From largescale theatre to television, opera and dance, to academic, experimental and multipurpose venues, the eos family provides a sophisticated environment that feels like home. If on the website, click on the file name,eos family console software v.
Expand your knowledge and discover more advanced features of the console. To use this feature, you need eos family software 2. Ion xe can integrate into a system with all other eos family products, and you can transition between desks with ease. If you would like to use artnet or edmx, you can turn them on in the settings menu of the eos family welcome screen a. Using eos nomad dongle as backup console eos family. In the us it tends to be more eos family centric as that family has a wider adoption here. Etcnomad puck also makes a very costeffective, highly portable remote video interface. This software provides a timely preparation for the forthcoming demands of connected vehicle traffic control systems. Fader wings are supported on cobalt, congo, and congo jr consoles with version 6. While booting, the console splash screen will display the version information. The ion xe is the compact workhorse of the eos family.
All software or devices which support osc have their own dictionary of commands. The gadget connects the computer to your lighting systems dmxrdm devices. If you would like to use artnet or edmx, you can turn them on in the. This is not the same thing as console link, which handles cue list and group data. Etc eos ti vs cobalt 20 for broadcast using page 2. There are many others that will be facing obsolescence.
Etcs eos console family gets new element and focus remote. Our expert topics will explore core concepts of unique features of the eos family software. Level 2 enhanced skills for eos family software v2. How to program strobe lights on etc ion eos family console.
Eos was founded upon the rich set of ntcip 1202 and econolite proprietary traffic control features. If you are looking for the eos family offline client software, it has been replaced. This portable console packs all the control necessities into a compact footprint, so external monitors and accessories are optional. Etc cobaltfamily software, highend systems hog software. Open the eos configuration utility ecu also known as the eos shell either by exiting the eos family software browserexit or by starting up the console and clicking on the launching in. Triggering qlab from eos using osc electronic theatre. Etc eosfamily consoles gain powerful color controls with. Now, any eos family product you encounter will provide the same hardkey layout to help speed your programming. The software also comes in a version for ios apple devices. There are many people who have written applications that will patch the console using osc, or even straight udp strings. Etc has repeatedly stated that osc is the preferred method of getting information in and out of the console. Etc recommends that you download and update your console with the current version of the console software as these two releases mainly deal minor issues that have been fixed since the last version update. The version number of the console can be found in two places.
Eos family consoles can output net2 edmx, net3 sacne1. Wifi pairing your wifi eos camera with eos utility 3. With the arfr classic on eos family products, you can. Desk lamps, such as littlites, can be dimmed from within the software application. Check out the many color tools introduced in the eos family v2. Select channels and set parameter data playback and edit cues park channels conduct dimmer and channel checks patch conventional fixtures manipulate color, pantilt and other parameters using dedicated graphical controllers. Level 3 advanced programming for eos family software v2. The family of ktype asteroids is believed to have formed as a result of an ancient catastrophic collision. Connecting eos family consoles to a visualiser electronic theatre. Ms windows, which is the exact same software used on etc lighting consoles as well.
Mar 30, 2018 the software comes in a version for pcs i. Triggering eos from qlab using osc electronic theatre. Latest eos family software unlocks output upgrades and. How to reimage an eos family console windows 7 youtube. I guess i am wondering if anyone has any advice on connecting the etc element to my laptop i am using the student version of polar capture or if anyone has the capture files c2s that would work with the level 1 and 2 manuals for the eos family consoles. Apr 20, 2017 lighting director zak alalami demonstrates his process for live concert busking using eos family software. Wherever your work takes you, your console will feel like home. On nomad you can use other boards, but you have to figure out which works. Other places like bbc are using cobalt family consoles for their broadcast needs.
Its not going to be possible to use a 32bit xp console as a backup or primary to a 64bit win 7 console. Build on the basics for better programming are you a current eos family user who would like to better understand what the console and software are capable of. Each fader wing can connect using a usb cable to the console, but must be powered separately. Networked eos family consoles have to be at exactly the same version in order to work as primary and backup. Moving forward, each eos family controller will be sold in two formats. Resize frames in this workspace select this icon to resize frames in any of the workspaces on the. An easy way would be to simply use a video splitter, splitting the monitor with your cue stack and run the second output to backstage.
Contact customer service for processing orders from beginning to end. But this would create a second screen over your network. Canon has added an eos utility launcher that will start if you try to run eos utility when no cameras are connected to the computer with usb. It supports multiple users with partitioned parameter control and full backup, multiple playback faders and cue lists in a tracking, movefade environment.
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