Worlds thinnest projector just 35 mm thick
Plus is seeing just how thin the projector can be made. With our retractable lens and other unique ideas and technologies, we have developed a projector just 35 mm thick, something previously considered impossible.

Designed for portability

The flat design allows the projector to fit in a regular business bag along with documents and a laptop. Thanks to the sliding type lens shutter, the lens is protected without any parts jutting out.

Sharp, clear picture

The DLP display system affords RGB color fidelity and inconspicuous gaps between the individual dots, thereby permitting the display of small characters and diagrams with distinct clarity.
High contrast ration of 2000:1
Use of a new generation of DMD devices has given birth to an amazing 2000:1 high contrast ratio. By widening the difference of brightness between black and white, you can see a degree of sharpness that is greater than just the brightness based on specifications.
Powerful functions for presentations
A wide variety of easy-to-set functions have been built into the projector, from a digital keystone correction function (used when making settings) that corrects picture distortion, to an auto adjustment function that automatically identifies the PC signal. There is also a built-in Presentation Timer function for further presentation convenience.
Great moving image playback capabilities using the same principles as DLP Cinema technology
Plus DLP type projectors have the same makings as the DLP Cinema technology used in movie theaters. Because of their extremely fast response, even images with much movement sports, movies play smoothly without blurring.

Security lock function

The lock can be set so that a password must be input when the projector is started up. Without the correct password, no operations other than turning the power on and off can be performed. This function effectively protects the projector from unauthorized use.
Eco-mode switch function for the lamp output
Using the lamp Eco-mode will extend the life of the lamp and lower the power consumption. By switching the lamp mode to suit your operating environment, you will save on lamp cost as well as contribute to energy conservation and ecology.

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION... E-2 Major Features.... E-4 Table of Contents.... E-5 Checking the Supplied Accessories... E-7 Names of the Main Unit Parts.... E-9 Names of the Remote Control Parts... E-11 Preparing the Remote Control.... E-12 Button Battery Replacement... E-12 Remote Control Range... E-12 The Procedure Up to Projecting to the Screen... E-13 Placement Guide.... E-14 V3-131 Screen Size and Projection Distance... E-14 V3-111 Screen Size and Projection Distance... E-15 Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment.. E-17 Connections with Personal Computer... E-17 Connect the projectors RBG connector using the included RGB signal cable. E-17 To Output the External Output Signal of a Notebook Computer.. E-18 Connections with Composite Signals.. E-19 Video Equipment with VIDEO Connectors... E-19 Video Equipment with S-VIDEO Connectors.. E-19 Connections with Component Signals... E-20 When the Video Equipment Has a YCbCr Connector or YPbPr Connector. E-20 Connections with the AUDIO Jack... E-21 Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off.. E-22 Operating.... E-22 Finishing.... E-24 Adjustment of the Projection Screen... E-25 Adjustment of the Projection Screen... E-25 Making Adjustments with the Adjusters.. E-26 General Operation.... E-27 Input Selection.... E-27 Automatic Adjustment.... E-27 Selection of Aspect Ratio... E-28 Freezing a Moving Picture.... E-29 Cancelling Video and Audio Temporarily.. E-29 Lamp Mode.... E-29 Keystone.... E-30 Adjustment of the Volume... E-30 Enlargement of the Image and Video Movement.. E-31 Using the Presentation Timer... E-32 Protecting the Projector with the Security Lock.. E-33 Using the Quick Menu.... E-35 Menu Operation Method.... E-36 Performing Menu Operations... E-38 List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings.. E-41 Image..... E-43 Brightness / Contrast / Color / Tint / Sharpness... E-43 Picture Adj. / Fine Picture / H Position / V Position.. E-43 Reset.... E-44 Color.... E-45 Quick Color Adj.... E-45 Gamma.... E-45 Color Temp.... E-46 White.... E-46 Color Space.... E-46 White Balance.... E-47

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Users Manual (CD-ROM edition) [1] Users Manual (Simplified Edition) [1]

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V3 Series lamps Model V3-120 (ordering code: 28-051)
Handling the cables supplied with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Names of the Main Unit Parts

Ventilation holes

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Lift button

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Lens unit

Exhaust vents
Ventilation slots Lens shutter Lens Remote control sensor [E-12] Adjuster button [E-26] (Also on opposite side) Focus ring [E-25]

Handling the Lens Unit

When using the projector Slide the lens shutter to the left until it stops. Press the lift button (marked PUSH). The lens unit rises and projecting is now possible.
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When storing the projector Press on the top surface of the lens unit to lower it until you feel it click. Slide the lens shutter to the right to close it.

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Rear adjusters [E-26]

Speaker
Ventilation slots Front adjusters [E-26]

Lamp cover [E-62]

STANDBY indicator [E-22, 57]

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STATUS indicator [E-29, 57]

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STANDBY button [E-22]
AUTO button [E-27] SOURCE button [E-27]

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Remote control sensor [E-12]

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Ventilation slots Built-in security slot (See description below.)

RGB connector [E-17, 20]

AUDIO S-VIDEO
VIDEO connector [E-19] S-VIDEO connector [E-19] AUDIO connector [E-21]

Built-in Security Slot

This security slot supports the MicroSaver Security System manufactured by Kensington Microware Inc.
Names of the Remote Control Parts
T E IM T E C A U O T M O O Z R
Infrared transmitter [E-12]
STANDBY button [E-22, 24] This button is used to switch ON the power and set the unit to the STANDBY mode.
Buttons used for input selection [E-27] RGB button and VIDEO button (VIDEO / S-VIDEO)
Buttons used for menu operations [E-36] and buttons are The , , the select (, , and ) buttons.
QUICK button [E-35] (Displays a simplified menu)

About DLP projectors Though careful attention is paid to providing optimum quality, please note that with DLP type projectors, in rare cases there may be black spots or bright spots among the picture elements.
Note: * Please purchase a screen. * A component cable (order code 28-690), which is available separately, is required to connect a DVD player or other equipment with YCbCr connectors. * A component cable (order code 28-690), which is available separately, is required to connect high definition (HD) video equipment or other equipment with YPbPr connectors.

Placement Guide

Use this information as a guide to find out about the screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required. Refer to the projection distance table for your projector model. When installing the projector on its back, change the projection method. See Vertical Flip on page E-49.
V3-131 Screen Size and Projection Distance
The projection distance over which focussing is adjustable is 1.20 m (3.94 feet) to 10.00 m (32.81 feet). The projector should be placed within this range. Screen Size Designation (Inches)

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Height from center of lens to bottom edge of the projection

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(3 1.2.4 (4 1.3 ).6) 2. 00 (6.5 6) 2. 67 (8. 3. ) (1 0. 93 4. ) 00 (1 3. 12 ) 5. 00 (1 6. 40 ) 6. 00 (1 9. 69 6. 67 ) (2 1. 88 )
Lens surface of the main unit Screen size (Diagonal) Height
Screen Size Designation (Inches) 36" 40" 60" 80" 100" 120" 150" 180" 200" 250" 300"
Screen Size Width x Height (m) (feet) 0.7355.0 0.8116.0 1.2219.0 1.6322.1 2.0325.1 2.4438.1 3.0592.2 3.6647.2 4.0650.3 5.0818.3 6.1075.4 2.40 08.1 2.67 00.2 4.00 00.3 5.33 00.4 6.67 00.5 8.00 00.6 10.00 05.7 12.00 00.9 13.33 00.01 16.67 05.21 20.00 00.51
Projection Distance (m) (feet) 1.20 1.33 2.00 2.67 3.33 4.00 5.00 6.00 6.67 8.33 10.00 3.94 4.36 6.56 8.76 10.93 13.12 16.40 19.69 21.88 27.33 32.81
Height h1 (m) (feet) 0.65 0.72 1.07 1.44 1.79 2.15 2.69 3.22 3.59 4.48 5.38 2.13 2.36 3.51 4.72 5.87 7.05 8.83 10.56 11.78 14.70 17.65
Height h2 (m) (feet) 0.10 0.11 0.16 0.22 0.27 0.32 0.40 0.48 0.54 0.67 0.81 0.33 0.36 0.52 0.72 0.89 1.05 1.31 1.57 1.77 2.20 2.66
* There is a tolerance of 5% due to design values. * This table uses the lens apex and lens center as references and requires that the projector be in a horizontal condition (with front and rear adjusters fully withdrawn).
V3-111 Screen Size and Projection Distance
The projection distance over which focussing is adjustable is 1.20 m (3.94 feet) to 12.82 m (42.06 feet). The projector should be placed within this range. Screen Size Designation (Inches)

Audio cable (Mini plug) (Commercially available)

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Audio conversion cable (Mini-jack/ RCA pin plug) (Commercially available)
Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off
There is an order in which the power cable is connected and the power is switched on/off.

Operating

1 Connect the AC IN connector of the projector and the power outlet using the supplied power cable.
The STANDBY indicator will light in amber, and the unit will enter the standby mode.

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Firmly plug in all the way.

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2 Slide the lens shutter to the left until it stops.
Press the lift button (marked PUSH).
The lens unit rises and projecting is now possible.
3 Switch on the projector power
Press the STANDBY button.

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Note: The power will not turn on unless the lens unit is raised. If the STANDBY button is pressed when the lens is stowed away, the STATUS and STANDBY indicators flash orange for several seconds to notify you that the lens is not raised.
The first time the power is switched on after purchase, [Menu Language Select] will be displayed. See Page E-23 for information about language selection. When the power is turned on, the STANDBY indicator starts flashing green, then stops flashing after about 60 seconds. If the STATUS indicator lights green at this time, the lamp mode is set to Eco. See E-29 and 51 for instructions on selecting. If the power does not come on, see When the STATUS Indicator is Lit or Flashing on Page E-57.
This indicator is also lit green in Eco-mode.
Flashing green (Approximately 60 seconds)

Lit green Power is on

If the Password input window is displayed: See E-34. A password is set for this projector. The projector cannot be used unless the correct password is input. To turn off the power: See E-24.
The projector is now capable of regular projection.
4 Switch on the power of the connected equipment
Note: When the power plug will be unplugged from the power outlet, please place the projector near the power outlet so that it may be reached easily. Press the STANDBY button after the STANDBY indicator is lit in amber.
When [Menu Language Select] is Displayed Upon Switching On the Power
The first time the power is switched on after purchase, [Menu Language Select] will be displayed. Follow the procedure described below and select the display language of the projector. If the image is blurred, turn the focus ring counterclockwise or clockwise to focus it. See Page E-25.

Cursor

1 Press the SELECT buttons of the Remote control and align the deep blue cursor with [English].
2 Press the ENTER button to set.
This will set the language and [Menu Language Select] will close.
This completes the selection of the display language.
Caution: [Menu Language Select] will not appear the next time the power is switched on. Should a change of language become necessary, see Language on Page E-53.

Finishing

1 Switch off the power of the connected equipment
2 Switch off the power of the projector
The [Power Off] display appears. When the level gauge reaches maximum, the projection screen will go off (in about 5 seconds) and the projector will enter the power-off operation.
Note: Do not stow away the lens unit while projecting an image. Doing so could damage the projector. If the lens unit has been stowed away while projecting an image, the STATUS and STANDBY indicators flash orange and the projector is automatically turned off. Note: * The operation can be cancelled by pressing a button other than the STANDBY button. * One more press of the STANDBY button will switch off the power.
The STANDBY indicator changes to flashing amber and lights a steady amber after about 90 seconds (when the unit enters the standby mode).
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Flashing amber (Approximately 90 seconds)

Lit amber Standby mode

3 Unplug the power cable
Check that the STANDBY indicator is lit in amber and then unplug the power cable. The STANDBY indicator will go off when the power cable is unplugged.
and the lens unit locks. Slide the lens shutter to the right to close it.
Warrning Do not unplug the power cable while the STANDBY indicator is flashing amber. Doing so may shorten the life of the lamp or damage the projector.
4 Press down on the lens unit until a click is heard
Adjustment of the Projection Screen
Switch on the power of the connected equipment and make the adjustments with the video signal being input to the projector.
1 Adjust the projection image to the screen.
Check that the screen is set level and vertically. (1) If the image is shifted to the left or right, move the main unit horizontally. (Align the center of the screen and the center of the projector lens.) (2) If the image is shifted vertically, move the image up or down with the adjuster. See Making Adjustments with the Adjusters on Page E-26. (3) If the image is slanted, adjust by turning the right or left adjuster. See Making Adjustments with the Adjusters on Page E26. (4) A projection image such as that illustrated in the diagram is the result of the projector not being perpendicular to the screen. Set the projector so that it is pointing straight toward the screen. (5) If the image shows keystone distortion, adjust using remote control or menu operations. See Keystone on Page E-30, 49.

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Content of Adjustments and Settings
Example: Brightness adjustment display

Display Item

Adjustment/Setting
Brightness Contrast Keystone Volume Presentation timer Quick Color Adj.
Adjusts the brightness of the image. See page E-43. Adjusts the contrast of the image. See page E-43. Corrects (vertical) keystone distortion of the screen. See page E-30. This function adjusts the volume of the built-in speaker. See page E-30. Sets the time of the presentation timer. See page E-32. Select the preset color mode. See page E-45.

Menu Operation Method

This section describes only the menu operation method. Please see this item should you need information while performing menu operations. For information about a menu function, adjustment, or setting, please see one of the pages containing such descriptions. Adjustments and settings are made by projecting an image and adjusting to an optimum condition. The remote control should be pointed toward the remote control sensor of the projector and operated. To return the various items that have been changed via the menu to their standard values (i.e., default values at time of shipping from the factory), see Factory Default on Page E-55. (Some items will not return to their initial values.) The adjustment/setting items and contents will differ depending on the input selection and the adjustment/setting items that can be used with the input signal are displayed on the menu.
Names and functions of remote control unit buttons used for menu operations
MENU button Used for menu display and menu closure.
SELECT buttons Used in the selection of menu names and item names as well as in setting and adjusting the item contents. ENTER button Used to enter settings.
CANCEL button Used to return to menu name selection as well as to close the menu (and the sub menu display).
Menu Screen Names and Functions
Menu Name This is the title of the menu. There is a change to the title screen when the menu is selected. The cursor moves to the selected menu name.
Cursor (Deep Blue) This permits setting/adjustment of the item located at the cursor position.

Item Name This is the name of the adjustment or setting.
Icon: Pressing the ENTER button displays the sub menu or setting contents.
Adjustment Bar and Settings Contents Adjustment Bar: The increases and decreases in bar length express the adjustment condition. Setting Contents: Displays the contents that have been set. Sub menu Adjustment Bar

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Settings Contents
Performing Menu Operations
Only Setup, Options and Info. can be selected when no signal is being input. The menu display will close if, after pressing a button, the next button operation is not made within 30 seconds. The adjustment and the setting values are stored even when the power is switched off or the plug is disconnected from the power outlet. (Note that some items are not stored.) Preparation Switch on the power of the connected equipment, start the play operation or another operation, and input the signal to the projector. Select the input that you wish to adjust. The menu display of the description diagram depicts an example in which the Keystone item name is selected.

Menu Display

Press the MENU button to display the menu
The menu name that existed when the menu was closed previously will be displayed.
Selection of the Menu Name
Press the SELECT button to select the menu name
Each press of the SELECT button advances the selection one step in the sequence of Color View Setup Option Info. Image. Each press of the SELECT button causes a return of one step. The cursor moves to the selected menu name.
Note: Please check that the cursor of the item name has disappeared at the time of menu name selection. Press the CANCEL button to make the cursor disappear.

Displaying the Cursor

Press the SELECT button to display the item name selection cursor.
This condition allows selection of the item name.
Selection of the Item Name
Press the SELECT button to align the cursor with the item name
Items for which the Icon Is Displayed Press the ENTER button to display the submenu. Press the SELECT button and align the cursor with the desired item name. There are also some items for which the setting display or the verification display will appear. Please see the various item descriptions.

Sub menu

Note: When Color or Standard is selected for Quick Color Adj., the White adjustment item is displayed in gray and cannot be selected or adjusted. See Quick Color Adj. on E-45.

Color Space

Set this function when a component signal (YPbPr) is projected and the image is extremely red or extremely green. Select the item name Color Space and use the SELECT buttons to select a color space setting that provides a normal image. Selection contents at the time of YPbPr input BT.709, SMPTE240
Note: * When the component signal undergoes conversion processing to red, green, and blue which express the image of the projector, the correct color cannot be reproduced unless a system compliant with the color difference conversion system of the input signal is used. Color Space serves to make this selection. * The color space can only be adjusted with high definition TVs.

White Balance

This function automatically adjusts the black level and the white level of the analog RGB input signal to suit the personal computer. 1 Select the item name [White Balance] and press the ENTER button. The display will change to [Input Black Signal]. 2 The screen background color of the connected personal computer will be set to black.
3. Press the ENTER button. The display will change to [Adjusting Black] and the black level will be adjusted.
The adjustment of the black level is completed and the display changes to [Input White Signal]. The screen background color of the connected personal computer will be set to white. Press the ENTER button. The display will change to [Adjusting White] and the white level will be adjusted.
[White balance complete] is displayed for a while and the adjustment is completed.
Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. Select the menu name View. See Menu Operation Method on Page E-36 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings on Page E-41.

Aspect

This function sets the horizontal and vertical picture proportions of the input signal. Select the item name Aspect and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons. Personal Computer Signal Auto. Automatically enlarges or reduces the image to project a full screen in a ratio of 4:3 Direct.. Maintains the aspect ratio and projects a picture of the maximum displayable size Real. Projects the input signal without pixel conversion Video Signals Auto. While maintaining the aspect ratio, projects a full screen so that no portions extend beyond the boundaries of the screen. The top and bottom of the 16:9 image becomes black. Wide. Projects to fill the full width with the entire image at 16:9. (This feature is used to project a squeezed image in a proper aspect ratio.) Zoom.. Projects only the 4:3 portion within 16:9 image to fill the screen. (Portion that extend off screen is cut.) See Selection of Aspect Ratio on Page E-28 for diagrams of projection screen images that correspond to the input signals.

Note: Please note that using this monitor for the purpose of commercial gain or the attraction of public attention in a venue such as a coffee shop or hotel and projecting a 4:3 screen in wide mode or leaving a squeezed screen as a compressed image raises concern about the infringement of the copyright holders rights which are protected by copyright law.

Filter

This function sets the sharpness when the input signal is adjusted to the resolution of the projector and enlarged or reduced. Select the item name Filter and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons. Smaller numerical values result in a sharper picture and larger values result in a softer picture. Please select your desired setting value.

Vertical Flip

In selecting the method of projecting to the screen, these functions are set when the projector is in a rear screen installation. Select the item name Vertical Flip or Horizontal Flip and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons.
Vertical Flip Off Horizontal Flip Off
Vertical Flip Off Horizontal Flip On
Vertical Flip On Horizontal Flip On
Vertical Flip On Horizontal Flip Off
Keystone distortion will occur when the projector and screen are on an angle (in the vertical orientation). This function is used to correct this distortion. Select the item name Keystone and correct the keystone distortion using the SELECT buttons.
Note: * The menus and other on-screen displays cannot be adjusted. * Please note that depending on the projected picture and the projection conditions, it may not be possible to eliminate keystone distortion completely.

Keystone Save

This function is used to save the keystone adjustment values. Setting Keystone Save to on will set the previous keystone adjustment values when projecting after the power cable has been disconnected and then reconnected. Select the item name Keystone Save and set with the SELECT buttons. Off. The keystone adjustment values return to the initial values when the power cable is unplugged. On.. The keystone adjustment values are retained in storage even when the power cable has been unplugged.
Note: Regardless of whether Keystone Save is set to On or Off, when projection is from the standby condition, the picture is projected using the previous keystone adjustment values.
Select menu name Setup. See Menu Operation Method on Page E-36 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings on Page E-41.

Auto Source

The Auto Source function automatically detects the input signal when the power supply is switched on and when the input is switched. Select the item name Auto Source and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons. On.. Switches on the automatic detection function Off. Switches off the automatic detection function Signal Detection Order When On The sequence of RGB VIDEO S-VIDEO is searched repeatedly. When a signal is detected, the search is stopped and the image is projected.

Auto Power Off

This function switches off the projector power automatically when the input of the projector enters a no-signal condition. Select item name Auto Power Off and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons. On.. The power is switched off when there is no signal. Off. The power is not switch off even when there is no signal. Operation when Function is On The No Signal Power Off display appears when a no-signal condition continues for approximately 10 seconds. The power is switched off about 5 minutes after this. If a signal is input during the appearance of the display and an operation button other than the STANDBY button is pressed, the display is closed and the function is cancelled.
Note: Some video decks and other equipment output a blue background or other video when playback ends. When this happens, a signal is being input to the projector and Auto Power Off is not activated.

Menu Position

This function sets the display position of the menu. Select item name Menu Position and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons. Displays on the left side. Displays on the right side
Use this if the picture is projected on a small screen and the picture is too bright or when projecting images in dark rooms. Select the item name Lamp Mode and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons. Eco. The lamps brightness is reduced to approximately 80%, extending the lamps service life. (STATUS indicator is green) Normal. The lamp brightness is set to 100% and the screen is bright. (STATUS indicator is off)

STATUS Indicator

Note: When Logo is selected at the startup screen, the PLUS logo is displayed.

Security Lock

A password can be registered and the security lock set in order to prevent unauthorized use of the projector. For instructions on using the security function, see Protecting the Projector with the Security Lock on E-33. Select item name Security Lock and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons. Disable. The security lock is disabled. The projector can be operated without inputting the password. Enable. The security lock is enabled. The security lock is activated when the power is turned on, and the password must be input in order to operate the projector.
Select menu name Info. See Menu Operation Method on Page E-36 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings on Page E-41.

Status

This displays information about the equipment. Select item name Status and press the ENTER button. There is a change to the status display. Press the CANCEL button to return to the menu. Display Contents: Projector model, firmware version, and the internet home page address of PLUS Vision Corp.

Factory Default

This function returns the adjustments and settings of all the input sources to the standard factory default values. Select item name Factory Default and press the ENTER button. There is a change to the display [Press ENTER to Factory Default Set]. Press the ENTER button to initialize. To cancel, press the CANCEL button and there will be a return to the menu. Items that are not set to the factory default: Projection method, Language and Lamp Timer and Security.

Lamp Timer Reset

This function resets the lamp timer. Be sure to perform the reset operation when the lamp cartridge has been replaced. Select item name Lamp Timer Reset and press the ENTER button. There is a change to the display Press ENTER to Lamp Timer Reset. Press the ENTER button to initialize. To cancel, press the CANCEL button and there will be a return to the menu.

Resolution / Frequency

This function displays the resolution and frequency of the detected input signal.

Lamp Timer

This displays the lamp timer. This projector has an Eco mode function. The lamp life will differ between Normal mode and Eco mode. Lamp Life Use only in Normal mode: approx.1500 hours Use only in Eco mode: approx.2000 hours * Lamp life will differ when there has been switching between the modes. When Lamp Life Has Been Reached Replace the Lamp Cartridge is displayed on the screen for 10 seconds in a 1-minute interval. Please replace the lamp with a new one. See Replacing the Lamp Cartridge on Page E-61 for information about lamp cartridge replacement. When Over 100 Hours Have Elapsed Since Reaching Lamp Life (Including Eco Mode) [Warning!! System Shutdown] is displayed for 10 seconds and the power is switched off. Pressing the STANDBY button under this condition will not switch on the power. Please replace the lamp cartridge.

Dirty Lens

Clean using the same method you would use to clean a camera lens: Use a commercial blower for camera use or cleaning paper for eye glasses. Be careful not to scratch the lens at this time.
Dust of the Intake and Outflow Holes
Dust that collects in the intake and outflow holes will obstruct the ventilation and cause the internal temperature to rise which could cause damage. Clean this area carefully. As a guideline, clean at least every 100 hours of usage. Switch off the power, check that the STANDBY indicator has changed to a steadily lit amber, then unplug the power cable. Clean out the holes from the outside using a vacuum cleaner. Use the brush adapter of the vacuum cleaner to do this. Avoid using the vacuum directly without attaching the adapter as well as the use of a nozzle adapter.

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Cleaning the Inside of the Projector
Cleaning of the inside of the projector is required about once a year. Failure to clean over a long period while dust has collected inside the projector could cause a fire or breakdown. Do not clean the inside of the projector by yourself. Please be sure to contact your dealer.
Replacing the Lamp Cartridge
The lamp that is used as a light source in the projector has a limited service life. The rated service life of the lamp is about 1500 hours (when used in normal mode only). This could be shortened depending on conditions of use and other factors. Note that lamp life will be extended when the projector is often used in Eco mode. (The rated service life of the lamp means the average value of lamp life for lamps that have been manufactured over a long period, and it is derived from test conditions at this company.) When the life of the lamp is exceeded, the STATUS indicator lights a steady red and the message [Replace the Lamp Cartridge] is displayed on the screen. When this occurs, it is time to replace the lamp cartridge. Please make the replacement following the procedure below. If the projector is used another 100 hours after the lamps service life is reached, the power is set to the standby mode and no longer turns on. Contact a store that sells the V3-131/V3-111 for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a V3-120 replacement lamp for the V3-131/V3-111 (order code 28-051).
Replacement of the lamp cartridge is performed after switching off the power, waiting for the cooling fan to stop, disconnecting the power plug from the power outlet, and then leaving the projector for about 60 minutes before replacement is started. Replacement of the lamp cartridge during operation or immediately after operation stops will cause burns because of the high temperature. Do not remove any screws other than those specified. Do not touch the lamp with bare hands. Doing so could shorten the life of the lamp. If lamp has reached the end of its usable life, the lamp bulb may shatter. When this happens, an explosive sound can be heard and pieces of glass may be scattered in the lamp cartridge. Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury. If this happens, contact your dealer or the store the projector was purchased.

Avab Pronto! You have now recorded this to the Master. Test it by moving the Device to a different position, and then fade the Master from 0100%. When you do so, the look you stored should be activated on stage. The Device attributes will not follow the fader down.
Record A Moving Device in Playback 1 1) Select the channels of the Device and set some values/intensities into a look you want to record to a Preset in the Sequence of Playback 1. Note that it is important that you change the parameters you wish to record, since only changed parameters are recorded normally. 2) Press RECORD. You will get a popup using the next free Preset number, and allowing you to enter a text for the Preset, and choosing between different fade types (Move, Lock or Crossfade). Check this in the Functions part of the Manual later. 3) Press MODIFY to confirm. You have now recorded the last changed attributes to this Preset. NOTE: If you didn't change any parameters, none were recorded. You can force all parameters (attributes) to be recorded by selecting the channels, holding RECORD and pressing ATTRIBUTES. Test it by moving the Device to a different position (maybe using the Master you recorded earlier) and then fade to this Preset by entering the Preset number and pressing GOTO. When you do so, the look you stored should be activated on stage.
PART 3. DYNAMIC EFFECTS General Create a Dynamic Intensity Effect Create a Dynamic Device Effect
General Dynamic Effects allow you to connect a Table (sine wave, saw wave etc) to an intensity or Moving Device parameter to create an Effect (fading up and down or moving in a circle). It's a fun and efficient way to create effects.
Create a Dynamic Intensity Effect This is just a basic introduction to Dynamic Effects for intensities. Read the DYNAMICS chapter in the Functions section of the Manual for more detailed explanations. 1) Select some channels and set an intensity of 50%. 2) Press DYNAMICS to open the DYNAMICS Library. 3) Use the Jog Wheel to select "smooth" and press MODIFY to activate it for the selected channels. The effect will start immediately fading the channels up/down. 4) Press DYNAMICS in the LCD Display, to open the Dynamics Soft Key Page page with functions for controlling Dynamic effects. 5) Try changing Size and Rate with the Wheels. 6) Record this to a Master by holding RECORD and pressing the Master Key. 7) Stop the Dynamic Effect by pressing DELETE DYNAM in the LCD Display. 8) Fade up the Master you recorded it to. The size of the Dynamic Effect will follow the fader proportionally up/down. 9) To stop it, select the channels, hold C/ALT and press DYNAMICS.

The CH RANGE Key This key selects which channel range the channel faders will be controlling in Direct Channel Mode. The currently selected range is highlighted with a different color. You can also use this key to jump to the "right" range for a specific channel.
Select the next range [CH_RANGE] or [CH_RANGE] & [+]
Select the previous range [CH_RANGE] & [-]
Find the channel range where a specific channel exists [0-1536] [CH_RANGE]
Example: Using Direct Channel Mode 1) Make sure the Grand Master is up. 2) Make sure the FREEZE switch is set to ON. 3) Turn Direct Channel Mode switch to "Direct Channel Mode" Channels 140 can be accessed from the channel faders now. Moving channel fader 1 and you can see the value for channel 1 on the channel screen. If the value is shown on the screen it is also output from the board. Press CH RANGE and move channel fader 1 again, you will now be controlling channel 41, because the CH RANGE key selects the next channel range (4180 in this case) when pressed. Each time you press CH RANGE a new range is selected and the first channel in the range is displayed in the display to the left of the channel faders. The selected range is displayed in red on the channel screen. The keypad channel functions will work in Direct Channel Mode.
Example: Set levels in DCM and use in "normal" mode 1) Set levels with channel faders 140 using the faders in Direct Channel Mode 2) Switch back to playback A by turning the Direct Channel Mode switch
Avab Pronto! The lights will stay put in playback A and can be used to store a Preset etc.
Example: Using keypad functions together with DCM 1) Set levels with channel faders 140 using the faders in Direct Channel Mode 2) Select all and raise 5% [ALL] [+%] 3) Add ch 5 at 90% [5] [CH] [9] [0] [@_LEVEL] 4) Clear all channels [C/ALT] & [CH]
Reverse Polish Notation or At Mode The default mode for entering commands in the system is the AVAB RPN mode. It is very simple to learn, requires few keystrokes and applies to all functions in the system. There's one single rule: enter the number first and press the function key after! At Mode (also called (Direct Entry) is different in the way that ch numbers are entered directly, followed by a function (@ LEVEL for example) and the value of that function. In some cases this is faster, but monitor information will always be one step behind since numerical values are entered last.

Example (RPN): Select channel 2 and 5 [2] [CH] [5] [+]
Example (At Mode): Select channel 2 and 5 [2] [+] [5]

Step to the next ch [+]

Check mode to next ch Hold down C/ALT and press this key. You will step to the next channel with the current level. Keep the C/ALT key pressed and you can continue using CH+ and CH- to check the next/previous channels. You can use this to check lamps quickly by stepping through a range.
Add or subtract channels in Master to current selection [+] & [Master_Key] [-] & [Master_Key] You can use + and - together with a Master Key to add/subtract the channels on the Master to/from the current selection.
Avab Pronto! The THRU and Invert Group Key This key is used when a channel(s) is already selected, to select a range of channels. The range can be from a lower channel to a higher channel or the other way around. It is also used in combination with the C/ALT key to select all channels with a level, except the ones currently selected (Invert Group). NOTE: The channel view will automatically scroll to the last selected channel.
Example (RPN): Select channels 5 through 1 [5] [CH] [1] [THRU]
Example (At Mode): Select channels 5 through 1 [5] [THRU] [1]
Invert group [C/ALT] [THRU] Selects all channels with a level in A, except the ones currently selected.
The CHANNEL MINUS key This key is used to subtract a channel from a previously selected combination of channels, stepping to the previous ch, or in combination with other keys for special functions (Check Mode).
Example (RPN): Select channels 1 through 5 minus 1 [1] [CH] [5] [THRU] [1] [-]
Example (At Mode): Select channels 1 through 5 minus 1 [1] [THRU] [5] [1] [-]
Step to the previous ch [-]
Check mode to previous ch Hold down C/ALT and press this key. You will step to the previous channel with the current level. Keep the C/ALT key pressed and you can continue using CH+ and CH-to check the next/previous channels. You can use this to check lamps quickly by stepping through a range.
The ALL key This key is used to select all channels with a level in the field you are working in (which normally is the A crossfader playback field).
Select all channels with a level (in this field) [ALL]
Example: Set different ch levels and use ALL to modify 1) Set ch 1 to 50% [1] [Level_Wheel]

Calibration Editor This is where you can calibrate individual Rolls. 1) Press MODIFY to open the Calibration Editor. 2) Use the Level Wheel to calibrate any position live. 3) Press ESC to exit. See Scroller Support

GROUPS (3.0)

In this system groups are something you decide to use if you think they will save you time. They are not necessary to create a Play. These are the functions described: Introduction To Groups (3.0) Record Groups The Group List (3.0) Use Groups Group List in LCD Display (3.0) Groups in Channel Layouts (3.0)
Introduction to Groups You can store channel combinations into groups. The difference between a group and a Preset is that a group does not necessarily need levels for the channels involved, only the channels selected are stored regardless of how many other channels are active.
There are two types of Groups: - The Group system of Pronto. - The backwards compatible Expert-style 900-groups. Both kinds are accessible from the IR or Radio remote. See Remote Control.
Avab Pronto! Group functionality - Only selected channels are stored in a group, whether they have levels or not. - Each group will "remember" the order in which channels were selected to create the group. - Groups are not automatically inserted in the current Sequence. - Each group can have a text label. - A group can be activated as a channel, entering the number and moving the level wheel or using channel functions. - Levels are stored and can be used with FETCH/UNDO. - A group can be loaded to a Master, just like a preset. - Preset numbers 900999 are reserved for Expert-style groups. NOTE: If your system has more than 899 channels you have to rename channels 900-999 to use the 900-groups. NOTE: 900-groups work in At mode as well.
Record groups A group is recorded by selecting the channels to be included in the order you wish them to be recorded, and storing it as a Group or an Expert-Style 900-group. The selected channels do not need to have a level. NOTE: If your system has more than 899 channels you have to rename channels 900-999 to use the 900-groups.

Activate Display Group List [DISP_MODE] & [.][DISP_MODE] & [PRESET] [PRESET] The first 10 Groups and their names are displayed. The Jog Wheel can be used to scroll and SELECT to activate.
Activate a Group from the Display List 1) Use the Jog Wheel to select a group. 2) Press SELECT to activate the group.
Add a Group from the Display List 1) Use the Jog Wheel to select a group. 2) Hold + and press SELECT to add the group to the current channel selection.
Avab Pronto! Subtract a Group from the Display List 1) Use the Jog Wheel to select a group. 2) Hold - and press SELECT to subtract the group to the current channel selection.
Groups in Channel Layouts (3.0) You can assign Groups as Content in the new Channel layout function. When you click on the Group symbol, the channels are selected. See Channel Layouts

PRESETS

In this system you record a Preset when you want to store intensities, attributes or attribute times for playback in a Sequence, Crossfade Playback or Master. These are the functions described: Introduction to Presets The Preset Keys The Preset List Record a Preset Record Selected Channels Only (3.0) Record Playback Field A Only (3.0) Auto-Save After Record (3.0) View And Play back Presets Modify a Preset live Modify a Preset blind Copy a Preset Delete a Preset Select Channels From a Preset (3.0) Copy Intensities from a Preset Channel Editor Wizard Preset List in LCD Display (3.0)
Avab Pronto! Introduction To Presets Channels, levels, attributes and Dynamic Effects are stored into Presets. Presets can be loaded to the Masters for playback, or they can be crossfaded in the Crossfade Playbacks. You can store 9000 individual Presets using Preset numbers 0.1999.9. Presets can be arranged in a list called a Sequence, with predefined fade times. A Sequence can be played back from the Masters or Crossfade Playbacks as well. Presets can be modified blind or on stage, and Presets can be copied. Presets can be added together to create new Presets, and you can retrieve individual channel levels from recorded Presets. When a Preset is recorded in the A playback, it is automatically placed in numerical order in a step of the Sequence in that playback. There is a Preset List for all recorded Presets from which you can select any Preset for modification, viewing or loading to a Master or Crossfade playback.

These are the input boxes in the Time Editor: Wait = Wait Time DelOut = Delay Out Time Out = Out Time DelIn = Delay In Time In = In Time F-Del = Delay Focus C-Del = Delay Color C-Del = Delay Beam F-Time = Focus Time C-Time = Color Time B-Time = Beam Time Channel Time Editor = Opens the Channel Time Editor Attribute Editor = Opens the Attribute Editor with TIMEs preselected. Use VIEW to toggle to DELAY, KEEPDYNAMICS and VALUES.
Set In/Out Times You can set in/out times to the Sequence Step in B directly with the TIME key alone (see NOTE below), or in combination with the A/B (C/D) keys. The A (C) key represents the outgoing channels (out time) and the B (D) key represents the incoming channels (in time) for the Sequence Step in the B (D) field. You can also set in/out times separately for each channel.
Avab Pronto! NOTE: In the Pronto Setup you can change so times are automatically set to the Sequence Step in the A field instead. This is the parameter "Set Times To Field". All times can be edited in the Sequence Editor, as well.
Set an In/Out time direct [0.1-4959] [TIME]
Set an In time directly [0.1-4959] [TIME] & [B] or [D]
Set an Out time directly [0.1-4959] [TIME] & [A] or [C]
Set a channel time directly [0.1-4959] [CH] & [TIME]
Set Delay In/Out Times You can delay the start of the Out time, and the start of the In time. This time is set with the DELAY key in combination with the A/B (C/D) keys. The A (C) key represents the outgoing channels (out time) and the B (D) key represents the incoming channels (in time) for the Sequence Step in the B (D) field. You can also set Delay times separately for each channel. NOTE: In the Pronto Setup you can change so times are automatically set to the Sequence Step in the A field instead. This is the parameter "Set Times To Field". All times can be edited in the Sequence Editor, as well.
Set a Delay In time directly [0.1-4959] [DELAY] & [B] or [D]
Set a Delay Out time directly [0.1-4959] [DELAY] & [A] or [C]
Set a channel Delay time directly [0.1-4959] [DELAY] & [CH]
Set Wait Or Followon Times A Wait or Followon time will automatically execute a crossfade to the Step it is assigned to. The difference is that a Wait time starts counting down after the END of the previous crossfade, while the Followon time starts counting down from the START of the previous crossfade. AVAB boards normally use Wait times, therefore this is the default setting. This function can only be edited in the Sequence Editor. NOTE: Wait or Followon is a general mode, selected in the Pronto Setup (Followon Time Mode).

Rate Control of all Masters You can activate a rate control mode for all Master fade times (except rate for Sequences in Masters).
Using Rate Control 1) Hold RATE and press MASTER. All Master times will be green on the screen. 2) The Rate wheel can be used to speed up/slow down the Master Fade times. 3) Press RATE again to leave Master Speed Control mode.
Solo Fade Mode For Masters (3.0) The Solo Fade mode allows you to fade all Masters except one to a "blackout". This is useful for example in show lighting when improvising in time with music. It can be set for each master individually in the Field Editor. When a master is in Solo Fade mode, it will fade out normal masters (with Solo mode = Off).
Avab Pronto! When a Solo master reaches 100%, all normal masters will reach 0%. If you have several masters with Solo Fade mode = On, the last Solo master that leaves its 0% position will have priority over the other Solo masters. To take control with another Solo master, you have to move it down to 0% and up again. If you have several Solo masters up at the same time, normal masters will be scaled by the highest Solo master value.
Set a Master to Solo Mode 1) Open the Masters window (Playback Menu). 2) Select the Master and the column "SoloFade". 3) Toggle the status to ON.
Example: Test Solo Mode 1) Set master 5 to SOLO mode, make sure the master is at 0%. 2) Set some other masters to levels 10-100% 3) Fade master 5 to 100% and see how all other masters will fade simultaneously to 0%
Attribute behaviour for Master Faders (3.0) This is a mode where all attributes in a Master will follow the fader up and down depending on the settings for this in the Master Setup (SETUP & Master Key) or in the Pronto Setup (Pronto Menu). See Attributes Follow Fader (3.0)

CROSSFADE PLAYBACKS

In this system there are two Crossfade Playbacks. They are used to run theatre-style manual playback of Sequences or Chasers. Masters can be used for this as well though. These are the functions described: Introduction to Crossfade Playbacks The Crossfade Playback Keys The View Playback Fields window Crossfade To Any Step Or Preset Manual Crossfades Crossfade With GO, PAUSE, GO BACK RATE on Sequences & Chases Modify Light Directly In A Playback Field Clear a Crossfade Playback Playlist Sequence Playback views The Playback Soft Key Page Control Running Fades (3.0)
Introduction To Crossfade Playbacks A Crossfade Playback is a playback for Sequences. There are two independent Crossfade Playbacks. These are used to crossfade at random between Presets, or for playing back Sequences. You can play back the Sequence manually, using the default times, or storing your own fade times. Even if you have stored fade times, you can always take over a running crossfade manually, PAUSE it, or invert it using the GO BACK function. There are functions for fading randomly to any Sequence Step (GOTO) and there is a Rate Wheel so you can speed up or slow down a running fade. Up and down arrows are shown on the main channel view to indicate channels going up or down in the next crossfade in the main playback.

Rate control of Chase Sequences in Crossfade Playback 1) Hold RATE and press the PLAYBACK key. Adjust the rate with the RATE wheel. This rate is indicated in the Sequence List (Play menu), and at the name of the Sequence over the Sequence view. 2) Press RATE again to exit.
Avab Pronto! Rate control of Chase Sequences in Masters 1) Hold RATE and press the Master Key. Adjust the rate with the RATE wheel. This rate is indicated in the Sequence List (Play menu). 2) Press RATE again to exit.
Modify Light Directly In A Playback Field You can modify the contents of any Playback Field directly from the channel part of the View Playback Fields window (Playback menu).
Modify light in a Playback Field 1) Open the View Playback Fields window for the A (or B, C, D) field by holding the key, or from the Playback menu. 2) Select the Field you wish to edit in the List. 3) Edit channels directly or assign a new Preset in the Preset column. 4) Exit by pressing Esc.
Clear a Crossfade Playback The C/ALT key is used for clearing Masters and Playbacks or Master Pages.
Avab Pronto! NOTE: A Playback can also be cleared by assigning the information zero to both fields of that Playback. NOTE: You can clear the Sequence from a Playback by assigning Sequence 0 to that Playback.
Clear a Playback [C/ALT] & [PLAYBACK]
The Playlist The Playlist (Play menu) is a way to organize and simplify playback of several Sequences in a certain order. For example during a music event where every song may have a Sequence of it's own. It is easy to jump within the Playlist and to abandon it for complete improvisation. Basically a list of Sequences is organized in the Playlist. Then the Playlist is activated from the Soft-key Playlist in the Display of the console. The Playlist usually affects the AB Crossfade Playback, but can be set to affect the CD Playback in the Pronto Setup (Pronto Menu). NOTE: You can create a Macro for this to start the Playlist from a system without a console.
Create a Playlist 1) Open the Playlist (Play menu). 2) Insert a Sequence in the Playlist by entering the number of the Sequence and pressing INSERT. NOTE: The Playlist shows the names of the Sequences. When a new Sequence is loaded, the Sequence name is displayed in the Message view (in the bottom left corner of monitor 1) to notify this. 3) Continue inserting Sequences (the same Sequence can be repeated in the Playlist).
Avab Pronto! Navigate in the Playlist 1) Open the Playlist (Play menu). 2) Select a Sequence with the arrows and press GOTO. The first step of that Sequence is positioned in the B field. NOTE: This function can be useful when using the Playlist for improvising jumping between different Sequences.
Edit the Playlist 1) Open the Playlist (Play menu). - Select a Sequence to delete with the arrow keys, and press DELETE. You will get a confirmation popup. - Select a Sequence you wish to insert a Sequence after, enter the number of that Sequence and press INSERT.

Avab Pronto! NOTE: Dynamic Effects for all parameters (except intensity) will continue running, once started, until the parameters are "stopped" by a Dynamic Effect STOP table.
Direct Mode for Palettes You can activate a Direct Mode for Palettes, or masked Palettes (FOCUS, COLOR or BEAM) in which you will have direct access to the first 40 of each kind in the Master Keys, and the name is displayed in the Master Fields on the screen.
Palette Direct Mode Hold [PALETTE] or [FOCUS] or [COLOR] or [BEAM] Activates Direct Mode for Palettes where pressing Master Keys fetches attributes for the selected parameter group (FOCUS, COLOR & BEAM) for the selected channels. Let go of the key to exit.
Toggle Palette Direct Mode [VIEW] & [PALETTE] or [FOCUS] or [COLOR] or [BEAM] Activates Direct Mode for Palettes where pressing Master Keys fetches attributes for the selected parameter group (FOCUS, COLOR & BEAM) for the selected channels. Press VIEW to exit.
Focusing Mode NEXT/LAST & ALL You can activate a Focusing Mode for any channel selection, group or Preset. In this mode the NEXT and LAST keys can be used to step through the channels in the group in the exact order they were selected. Intensity and moving Device controls are mapped to the currently selected channel within the group. Control of the whole group is regained by pressing SELECT ALL between these keys. This is a useful function for focusing conventional and moving lights. A focusing group can be selected, and each device can be focused in the order you have specified.
Avab Pronto! When you focus a channel with NEXT/LAST, it will be shown with number and name in the Information area (middle) of the LCD Display. See also Focusing Mode.
Example 1: Using a channel selection 1) Select the channels in a specific order: [3] [CH] [1] [+] [2] [+] [4] [+] 2) Press NEXT, this will mark channel 3, the first one you selected. You can control the intensity and eventual Moving Device parameters of this channel now. 3) Press NEXT again. This will mark channel 1, the next selected channel etc. 4) Press LAST. This will mark channel 3. 5) Press SELECT ALL. You will now control all channels as usual. NOTE: When you make a Record of Attributes while in Next/Last mode, all channels in the selection will be stored.
Example 2: Using a group 1) Select a previously stored group [900-999] [CH]
2) Follow the principals of Example 1
Example 3: Using a Preset 1) Select the channels of a previously stored Preset [0.1-999.9] [PRESET] & [CH] 2) Follow the principals of Example 1

Avab Pronto! Now every second channel is selected.
3:rd (softkey) Press this key to select every 3:rd of the selected channels. The channels will be selected in relation to the order in which they were selected. Use NEXT and LAST to step around. <Sel> is indicated on the display. SELECT ALL leaves this mode.
Example: Select every 3rd channel out of 12 channels 1) Select channels 1-12. 2) Press "3:rd". Now every third channel is selected.
N:th (softkey) This is a completely variable selection key. Enter the number you wish and press this key to select every N:th of the selected channels. The channels will be selected in relation to the order in which they were selected. Use NEXT and LAST to step around. <Sel> is indicated on the display. SELECT ALL leaves this mode. The default value is 4, which gives every fourth channel. If pressed without a number, it will use the last used number.
Example: Select every 6th channel out of 24 channels 1) Select channels 1-24. 2) Enter 6 and press "N:th". Now every sixth channel is selected.
Select Changed (softkey) This key will select all device channels that have been changed manually since the current Preset was loaded to the A field.
Avab Pronto! Random (softkey) This key will generate a completely random selection of channels within the current channel selection. It can be used in combination with the other selection keys as well to select (for example) every fourth channel randomly. The channels will be selected in relation to the order in which they were selected.
Make a random Selection 1) Select channels to make a random selection from. 2) Hold RANDOM and press either of these combinations: RANDOM gives a random selection order RANDOM & SELECT 2nd gives two random sets. RANDOM & SELECT 3rd gives three random sets. # RANDOM & SELECT Nth gives between 2 and 12 random sets. RANDOM & SELECT Nth gives the number of random sets that was specified with the last SELECT Nth command. Use NEXT and LAST to step between the different random sets. Press SELECT ALL to go back to normal mode. Random mode is indicated on the display with <Rnd>. It is also possible to specify 1 as the number of sets. In this special case, only one random set is created. You can use this to create a random order within the current selection.

Avab Pronto! NOTE: All Setup Parameters are not located in this menu (they would not fit). They are local = Hold SETUP and press the key you want to change. These keys are listed with the SETUP key.
The Pronto Setup Items The settings are displayed in groups of five to give a simpler overview. These are all different settings and modes that can be changed in the Pronto Setup menu (Pronto! menu):
ID Level This setting (0-100%) affects the level used by the CH key for the ID function. NOTE: This setting can be done from the Pronto Setup (under the Pronto! menu) or directly by holding down the SETUP key and pressing the CH key.
Step Level This setting affects the function of the @ LEVEL key. When the @ LEVEL key is pressed without entering a value, this level (0- 100) will be set automatically. Since Step Level is used by the HIGHLIGHT function for conventional lights, it will affect this function as well. NOTE: This setting can be done from the Pronto Setup (under the Pronto! menu) or directly by holding down the SETUP key and pressing the @ LEVEL key.
Step Percent Value This value affects the PLUS PERCENT and MINUS PERCENT level keys. You can set the % (0-100) that will be used by these keys. NOTE: This setting can be done from the Pronto Setup (under the Pronto! menu) or directly by holding down the SETUP key and pressing the +% or -% key.
Avab Pronto! At Mode At Mode (sometimes called Direct Mode) is a method for selecting and working with channels and levels that is different from the "normal" AVAB mode, which is called Reverse Polish Notation. Both methods are described in CHANNELS Reverse Polish Notation Or At Mode. NOTE: This setting can be done from the Pronto Setup (under the Pronto! menu) or directly by holding down the SETUP key and pressing the @ LEVEL key.
Record This setting changes the function of the RECORD key between two modes: New (default) = When you press RECORD without entering a number, the next free Preset number will be applied. Change = When you press RECORD without entering a number, you will always re- record the current Preset.
Default Go Time This is the time (0.1s-49:59m) that will be used for all crossfades unless you store a different time. It is not recorded into the Sequence, and can be changed at any time. NOTE: This setting can be done from the Pronto Setup (under the Pronto! menu) or directly by holding down the SETUP key and pressing the GO key.
Default GoBack This is the time (0.1s-49:59m) that will be used when you press GO BACK to fade to a previous Sequence Step in one of the Crossfade Playbacks. If you press GO BACK while a fade is running, the times of that fade will be used. NOTE: This setting can be done from the Pronto Setup (under the Pronto! menu) or directly by holding down the SETUP key and pressing the GO BACK key.

Follow On Time This mode affects how the times that automatically start a crossfade between two Sequence Steps will count down. Traditionally WAIT times between two Sequence Steps will count down from the end of a crossfade, while FOLLOWON times will count down from the start of a crossfade, before automatically starting a new crossfade. On = Times will count down from the start of a crossfade, before starting the next crossfade automatically. Off (default) = Times will count down from the end of a crossfade before starting the next crossfade automatically.
Modify Sequence This mode is used to deactivate all Auto-times, Master Links and other Autostart items for the Sequence in a Crossfade Playback. On = Autostart items are not active in a Crossfade Playback. Off (default) = Autostart items will run in a Crossfade Playback. This setting can be done from the Pronto Setup (under the Pronto! menu) or directly by holding down the SETUP key and pressing the GO key. It is also available from a softkey in the Playback Soft Key Page.
Build Sequence This mode decides if Presets should be stored in the Sequence List AND the Preset List (default) or in the Preset List only. The Preset List is the memory location of all Presets, and Sequence Lists are only references to the Preset List. If a Preset is changed in the Preset List, it will be changed also in all Sequences. On (default) = All Presets that are recorded when working in the A field (default) will automatically be stored in the Sequence of the A/B Playback. They will always be stored in the Preset List. Off = Presets will only be stored in the Preset List, but not automatically stored in the Sequence List of the A/B Playback as well. 418
Avab Pronto! This setting can be done from the Pronto Setup (under the Pronto! menu) or directly by holding down the SETUP key and pressing the PLAYBACK key. It is also available from a softkey in the Playback Soft Key Page.
Crossfade Both Ways This function affects how the manual crossfaders in the Crossfade Playbacks function. On = A crossfade is performed in each direction. Off (default) = A crossfade can only be performed moving the crossfaders upwards. After each crossfade is completed the crossfaders have to be moved back to the lower position to perform a new one. NOTE: This setting is done from the Pronto Setup (under the Pronto! menu).
Set Times To Field This mode affects if times are set directly to the Sequence Step in the A field, or the B field. This is useful depending on your working method when setting times: - If you are recording Presets and setting times right away, you should set this mode to A - If you are recording times for the next crossfade, you should set this mode to B

Force the menus to be opened even when C/ALT & Down other windows are open arrow
Avab Pronto! Move focused window to the other screen C/ALT & Up arrow Scroll down in windows Scroll left in windows Scroll right in windows Scroll up in windows Sequence These are the functions for creating and editing a sequence. Open the Sequences List SEQ Down arrow & Wheel Left arrow & Wheel Right arrow & Wheel Up arrow & Wheel
Open the chase Wizard in the Sequences (window) List WIZARD Open the Sequence Editor for a sequence # SEQ Open the Sequence Editor for the specified # PLAYBACK step/preset Open the Track list window Record channles that differ from the previous step as a Move fade TRACKLIST + & RECORD
Record the selected levels as a Lock fade - & RECORD Open the Playback editor for field A Open the Playback editor for field B Toggle Build Sequence mode on/off Open a popup to enter text for the current sequence step Set text to step in A Set text to step in B Open the Sequence Editor for the current A (held) B (held) BUILD SEQUENCE TEXT Soft Key TEXT & A TEXT & B TIME & A
Avab Pronto! step Open the Sequence Editor for the current step Setup Setup of default values and console behaviour Open the Setup window Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Select operating mode 1-4 Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open the Channel Mask Editor Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters SETUP SETUP & +% SETUP & -% SETUP & 1-4 SETUP & A SETUP & AT LEVEL SETUP & ATTRIBUTE SETUP & B SETUP & CH SETUP & DELAY SETUP & FLASH MODE SETUP & GO SETUP & GO BACK SETUP & GOTO SETUP & MASK SETUP & Master Key SETUP & MASTER PAGE SETUP & OUTPUT TIME & B
Avab Pronto! Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Open Setup for related parameters Special Functions These are the functions in the top right corner of the console Toggle Blackout on/off Set the Grand Master Level BLACKOUT BLACKOUT SETUP & PLAYBACK SETUP & RATE SETUP & RECORD SETUP & TIME SETUP & VIEW