FX Editor

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An effect is an automated sequence of lighting states that typically runs without user interaction. The following types of effects are supported:

 

§  Simple Chase - Simple chases, contains a number of lighting states and are similar to a basic cue list.

§  Timeline – This effect contains a list of fixtures each assigned a number of timed segments. All effects have a default length of time (in seconds) that they will run for.

§  Profile – This effect allows you to assign a profile path to specific attributes of the fixture. As the effect runs over a set time, the attribute follows the defined profile path.

§  Matrix – Specifically designed for use with LED or grid lighting matrices, this effect provides an easy way to deal with a large number of lights.

§  Paint Box – Also designed for matrices, this effect provides a more complex color path which can be manipulated for direction, length and the amount of spread.

§  Media – To playback media files, flash animations, or control a DV desk.

§  DMX Recorder – The DMX recorder will use the DMX input system of NEO to record a continuous stream of data that can be played back at any time.

To access the effects editor, click or tap the “FX List” button on the command interface window or press the <F5> key on your keyboard. The existing effects (if any) will be listed on the left. Below is an example of choosing an existing effect:

Effect Filters

NEO provides the ability to set labels with every effect to make managing a large number of effects easier.

 

Right click on any of the effects and choose “Effect Properties” to edit the list of labels that describe this effect. For example, a moving light effect that does a circle might be given the labels – Movement, Intelligent Lights, Rear Truss.

 

Use the combo box at the top of the effects list to select the filter (label) you want to apply. The effects list will now only show effects that match these criteria.

 

You can also use the tabs on the left of the window to show effects of a particular type. By default, all effects are shown but if you only want media effects for example, you can click on the “Media” tab and only that type will be listed to the right.

 

The last tab on the left of the window is different than the others in that it will switch to showing the effects stored in the Library. Library effects do not get deleted with a new show and can be used to create other effects.

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