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Jands Vista T4 User Manual

Jands Vista T4
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TheVista
Simple,Powerful,Visual
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Jands Vista T4 Specifications

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BrandJands
ModelVista T4
CategoryDJ Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Welcome to the Vista

About the Generic Fixture Model

Explains the 'generic fixture model' that allows consistent treatment of all fixtures.

Need More Information?

Provides contact details and website for further information and support.

2. Getting Started

Setting Up the Console

Covers connecting power, external displays, desk lights, and console configuration.

Switching On

Describes the process of powering on the console and launching the application.

Creating and Loading Shows

Explains how to create new shows, load existing ones, save, import, and export show archives.

3. Using the Interface

Menu Bar

Describes the main menu bar at the top of the window and its functions.

Main Toolbar

Details the common toolbar with navigation, function buttons, and soft buttons.

Window Navigation

Explains how to switch between different Vista windows using the toolbar and menu.

The Sidebar

Explains the sidebar's role in accessing different features depending on the active window.

Toolbars

Describes optional toolbars available in various windows for sets of menu commands.

4. Patching Your Rig

Adding Fixtures to the Patch

Guides on how to add fixtures from the Factory or User lists using the sidebar.

Setting Fixture Properties

Explains how to set properties for fixtures using the Properties and Transforms tabs.

Viewing the Patch in Different Ways

Describes the Table, List, and DMX views for the patch screen.

Controlling the Fixtures

Explains using Strike, Douse, Reset, Park, and Unpark commands for fixture control.

Cloning Fixtures

Describes the process of cloning fixtures to include them in Clips, Groups, and Presets.

Exporting and Importing Patch Information

How to export and import patch data using CSV files.

Configuring the DMX & Ethernet Outputs

Guides on connecting Universes to DMX outputs and external devices.

5. The Chooser Window

The Chooser Screen

Overview of the main elements of the Chooser screen.

Arranging Fixtures in a Layout

How to rearrange, zoom, and manage fixture icons in a layout.

Managing Layout Views

Explains how to add, rename, duplicate, and modify layout views.

Layout Properties

How to configure layout display properties like lock positions and label visibility.

Hiding and ‘Un-hiding’ Fixtures and Groups

Using the Item Visibility panel to hide or reveal fixtures, types, or groups.

Groups

How to create and manage fixture groups for easier control.

Presets

Explains creating and using presets as building blocks for cuelists.

Live Time

Setting fade times for presets and selected values to fade in or out.

SmartFX

Creating and applying dynamic lighting effects using Wave, Swing, and Video effects.

6. Working with Cuelists

Store All

Details the process and features of storing looks to cuelists or playbacks.

Store Part

Explains Vista's advanced recording method for adding/merging cues.

Opening a Cuelist in the Editor

How to start a new cuelist or open an existing one in the editor.

The Timeline Window

Overview of the timeline for viewing and manipulating events and timing.

Cuelist Navigator

Explains the navigator for viewing cues in Tiles, Table, and Layout views.

Adding and Deleting Cues

Procedures for adding, deleting, and merging cues within a cuelist.

Moving and Copying Cues

How to move or copy cues using cue tiles or the cuelist navigator.

Alias Cues

Creating and managing alias cues for shared cue settings.

Blocking a Cue

How to block cues to prevent tracking changes from affecting them.

Creating a Move in Black Cue

Programming fixture movements when intensities are zero.

Cue Properties

Modifying cue name, duration, and end-of-cue action.

Creating and Applying Extracts

How to create and apply extracts, which are programming templates for attributes.

11. Using the Console Hardware

Console Layout

Provides an overview of the layout of different Vista consoles and control surfaces.

T4 Console

Details the features and components of the T4 Console.

T2 Console

Details the features and components of the T2 Console.

I3 Console

Details the features and components of the I3 Console.

L5 Console

Details the features and components of the L5 Console.

S3 Control Surface

Details the features and components of the S3 Control Surface.

S1 Control Surface

Details the features and components of the S1 Control Surface.

M1 Control Surface

Details the features and components of the M1 Control Surface.

Grand Master and DBO

Explains the Grand Master and Dead Black Out controls for intensity scaling.

Function Keys

Describes how to assign and use function keys for quick access to commands.

The Modifier Keys

Explains the function of colored modifier buttons and keyboard equivalents.

The Super Playback / Programmer Controls

Details the IPCG, Play, and SFX modes for hardware controls.

Editor (aka Programmer) Mode

How to use hardware controls for adjusting parameters in the Programmer.

Programmer Mode

Steps to switch the controls into Programmer mode.

Play Controls

Describes the faders and buttons for cuelist playback functions.

Super Playback Mode Extended Controls

Details additional controls available in Super Playback mode.

Cuelist Control (Normal) Mode

How to control cuelist playback rate and select options using bottom row buttons.

Cuelist FX (Effects) Mode

Controlling size, rate, and phase of effects running on the console.

Using the Jump Window

How to use the jump window to quickly select and fade in a cue.

Playbacks with Faders

Describes playback sets with faders on different console types.

Playbacks without Faders

Details button-only playback sets available on T4, T2, I3, and S3 consoles.

Page Controls

How to change pages for playback modules.

Configuring the Console for Playback

Assigning components like Cuelists and Presets to playback controls.

Splitting Playback Controls

How to split playbacks to increase the number of components on a page.

Expanding Playbacks

Extending playbacks to provide more physical button controls for cuelists.

Configuring the Playback Buttons and Faders

Assigning actions to buttons and faders for playback customization.

Cuelist Faders

Lists available fader actions like Blank, Intensity, Crossfade, and Rate.

Playback Status Indication

How LCDs and LEDs on playback buttons indicate cuelist status.

Playback Popup Menu

Making changes to Cuelists, Pages, and other components via the popup menu.

Setting Cuelist Properties

Configuring cuelist properties like name, priority, and playback behavior.

Group Masters

Controlling group intensity using faders and buttons.

Pages

How to page through playback modules independently.

Snapshots

Storing and recalling console states, including output, buttons, and faders.

12. The Output Window

Adding Output View Tabs

Creating custom views of fixture output arranged as needed.

Configuring the Output Window

How to configure the display of Output information using popup menus.

Selecting Fixtures

How clicking on ID or name cells selects fixtures in the tracking view.

13. The Console Control Panel

System Settings (T & I Series Only)

Configuring system settings for T and I series consoles.

Calibrating the Pen Tablet

Steps to recalibrate the pen tablet or external touchscreens.

Display and Input Devices

Settings for display and input devices like pen tablets and touchscreens.

Network Preferences

Configuring network settings for console connectivity.

Date and Time

Setting the console's date and time.

14. Appendix 1 – Menu & Toolbar Reference

Menus

Reference for various menus like File, Edit, Components, Tools, Patch, Console, Chooser, Timeline, and View.

Patch Menu

Lists options available in the Patch menu for fixture management.

Console Menu

Lists options available in the Console menu for console management.

Chooser Menu

Lists options available in the Chooser menu for fixture selection.

Timeline Menu

Lists options available in the Timeline menu for event manipulation.

View Menu

Lists options available in the View menu for window and display configuration.

15. Appendix 2 – Installing New Software

Installation (T2, T4, I3 & L5 Consoles)

Procedure for installing Vista V2 software on T2, T4, I3, and L5 consoles.

To Install the Vista V2 Console Image

Steps to create and install the Vista V2 Console Image file.

To Install a Vista V2 Console Update Package

Procedure for installing software updates via USB or FTP.

Installation (Windows XP, Vista & 7)

Installing Vista V2 software on a Windows PC.

Connecting to the Console via FTP

How to use FTP to transfer files between a PC and the console.

16. Appendix 3 – Creating a Bootable USB Device

Creating a Bootable USB Drive

Step-by-step guide to create a bootable USB drive for console installation.

Troubleshooting

Tips for resolving issues when creating or using the bootable USB drive.

17. Appendix 4 – Tracking Backup

Setting Up

Steps to set up the tracking backup system, including network configuration.

Connecting the Backup

How to physically connect the console and computer for backup.

Configuring the Network Settings

Network configuration required for the tracking backup system.

Starting Tracking Backup

Procedure to initiate the tracking backup process.

What Happens if the Master Fails

Explains the failover process when the master console fails.

Backup Status

How to check the status of the master and slave consoles in the backup system.

18. Appendix 5 – Using VNC on T & I- series consoles

VNC Password

Default password for VNC connections.

Starting VNC

Steps to start the VNC server on Vista T or I series consoles.

Connecting to Vista using a Windows PC

Guide to connect to Vista using VNC Viewer on Windows.

Connecting to Vista using a Mac

Guide to connect to Vista using VNC Viewer on Mac.

19. Appendix 6, Using MIDI Show Control (MSC) to Control Cues

Configuring the MIDI Port

How to set up the MIDI port and device ID for MSC communication.

MSC Lighting Messages

Explains MSC terms and messages for controlling cues and cuelists.

Midi Timecode Options

How to control Vista's internal timecode clock using MIDI commands.

20. Appendix 7, Using Serial Communication to Control Cuelists

Connecting to the Serial Port

Details the cable requirements and connection methods for serial communication.

Enabling the Serial Port

How to set serial port parameters in Vista's User Preferences.

Playback Commands

Lists supported commands for playback and loading shows via serial communication.

Setting Fixture Levels

Syntax for sending commands to set fixture levels via serial communication.

21. Appendix 8 – The Fixture Editor

The Fixture Type Library Editor

Introduction to the application for creating and editing fixture profiles.

Creating a Fixture Profile

Step-by-step guide to creating a new fixture profile.

Main Tab:

Entering general fixture data such as manufacturer and name.

DMX Chart Tab:

Details DMX channel assignments and range values for fixture features.

Channels with Custom Ranges

How to define custom ranges for fixture channels not covered by generic controls.

22. Appendix 9 – Crash Logs

Retrieving Software Crash Files from a Console

Procedure to generate and collect crash report packages from consoles.

Retrieving Software Crash Files from a Windows PC

Steps to configure a Windows PC for collecting crash dump files.

23. Appendix 10 – The Touchpad and the Pen Tablet

Using the Touchpad

Basic operations for using the touchpad, including clicking and dragging.

Working with the Grip Pen

Information on using the pen tablet and grip pen for precise control.

Precautions on Using and Handling the Pen-Tablet

Guidelines for safe operation, temperature, humidity, and handling.

24. Appendix 11 – Technical Details

Power

Technical specifications for power requirements and consumption of Vista consoles.

Installation

Guidelines for installing Vista consoles, including ventilation and shutdown procedures.

General Specifications

Details on inputs, outputs, and connector types for Vista consoles.

25. Index

General Specifications

Index entries related to general specifications and console features.

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