User Manual

EUROLIGHT LC2412
Professional 24-Channel DMX Lighting Console

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Table of Contents
Thank you........................................................................ 2
Important Safety Instructions....................................... 3
Legal Disclaimer.............................................................. 3
Limited Warranty............................................................ 3
1. Introduction................................................................ 5
2. Control Elements........................................................ 6
3. Presets....................................................................... 11
4. The B Memory Section............................................. 12
5. Sound-to-Light......................................................... 14
6. Chase Control............................................................ 14
7. Additional Functions of the LC2412........................ 17
8. Dimmer Control........................................................ 20
9. Installation................................................................ 21
10. Specifications.......................................................... 23

Thank youThank you very much for the confidence you have placed in us by purchasing the
EUROLIGHT LC2412. You now own an outstanding, ultra-compact light mixing
console, that features the state-of-the-art digital DMX512 control. In addition,
your LC2412 is equipped with an analog output which allows to use it virtually inevery environment you can think of. The design of the LC2412 (how it operates
and how it is programmed) was constructed with controlling dimmer packs andstandard spotlights in mind. To optimally use multi-function spotlights such as
scanners and moving heads, you should use control consoles specifically created
for this purpose.

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Important Safety
Instructions

Terminals marked with this symbol carryelectrical current of sufficient magnitude
to constitute risk of electric shock.
Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All otherinstallation or modification should be performed only
by qualified personnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alerts you to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage inside theenclosure - voltage that may be sufficient to constitute arisk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alerts you to important operating andmaintenance instructions in theaccompanying literature. Please read the manual.
CautionTo reduce the risk of electric shock, do notremove the top cover (or the rear section).
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing toqualified personnel.
CautionTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not expose this appliance to rain andmoisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to drippingor splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two bladeswith one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If theprovided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult anelectrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Use only attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with thecart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold withthe apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution whenmoving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms orwhen unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has beendamaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plugis damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler isused as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shallremain readily operable.

Caution
These service instructions are for use
by qualified service personnel only.
To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the operation
instructions. Repairs have to be performed by qualified
service personnel.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install inaccordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

LEGAL DISCLAIMERTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND APPEARANCESARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND
ACCURACY IS NOT GUARANTEED. BEHRINGER ISPART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM).
ALL TRADEMARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIRRESPECTIVE OWNERS. MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO
LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSS WHICH MAY BE SUFFEREDBY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES EITHER WHOLLY OR
IN PART UPON ANY DESCRIPTION, PHOTOGRAPH
OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN. COLORS AND
SPECIFICATIONS MAY VARY FROM ACTUAL PRODUCT.
MUSIC GROUP PRODUCTS ARE SOLD THROUGHAUTHORIZED FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ONLY.
FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ARE NOT AGENTS OF
MUSIC GROUP AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO AUTHORITYTO BIND MUSIC GROUP BY ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIEDUNDERTAKING OR REPRESENTATION. THIS MANUALIS COPYRIGHTED. NO PART OF THIS MANUAL MAY
BE REPRODUCED OR TRANSMITTED IN ANY FORM
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LIMITED WARRANTY§ 1 Warranty(1) This limited warranty is valid only if you purchased
the product from a MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller inthe country of purchase. A list of authorized resellers canbe found on BEHRINGER’s website behringer.com under“Where to Buy”, or you can contact the MUSIC Group officeclosest to you.
(2) MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical andelectronic components of this product to be free of defects
in material and workmanship if used under normal
operating conditions for a period of one (1) year fromthe original date of purchase (see the Limited Warranty
terms in § 4 below), unless a longer minimum warranty
period is mandated by applicable local laws. If the productshows any defects within the specified warranty period
and that defect is not excluded under § 4, MUSIC Groupshall, at its discretion, either replace or repair the productusing suitable new or reconditioned product or parts.
In case MUSIC Group decides to replace the entire product,
this limited warranty shall apply to the replacement
product for the remaining initial warranty period, i.e.,one (1) year (or otherwise applicable minimum warranty
period) from the date of purchase of the original product.
(3) Upon validation of the warranty claim, the repairedor replacement product will be returned to the user
freight prepaid by MUSIC Group.
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are expressly excluded.
PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT. IT IS YOUR PROOF
OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR LIMITED WARRANTY.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH PROOF
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Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER
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under “Support” and kindly read the terms and conditionsof our limited warranty carefully. Registering yourpurchase and equipment with us helps us process
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Thank you for your cooperation!
§ 3 Return materials authorization(1) To obtain warranty service, please contact theretailer from whom the equipment was purchased.
Should your MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller not belocated in your vicinity, you may contact the MUSIC Group
Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under

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EUROLIGHT LC2412 User Manual“Support” at behringer.com. If your country is notlisted, please check if your problem can be dealt withby our “Online Support” which may also be found under“Support” at behringer.com. Alternatively, please submit
an online warranty claim at behringer.com BEFORE
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Where applicable, MUSIC Group warrants the valves ormeters contained in the product to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90)days from date of purchase.
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in any way. If the product needs to be modified or
adapted in order to comply with applicable technicalor safety standards on a national or local level, in any
country which is not the country for which the
product was originally developed and manufactured,
this modification/adaptation shall not be considered adefect in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty
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regardless of whether it was carried out properly or not.
Under the terms of this limited warranty, MUSIC Groupshall not be held responsible for any cost resulting fromsuch a modification/adaptation.
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hardware or software usage and it does not cover
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are expressly excluded from this limited warranty,
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product by the user. This also applies to defects caused
by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders,crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, guitar strings,
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are not covered by this limited warranty:• improper handling, neglect or failure to operate theunit in compliance with the instructions given in
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that does not comply with the technical or safety
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unauthorized personnel (user included) will void thelimited warranty.
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not transferable to anyone who may subsequently
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under this warranty for any consequential or indirectloss or damage of any kind. In no event shall the liabilityof MUSIC Group under this limited warranty exceed theinvoiced value of the product.
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(2) The limited warranty regulations mentioned herein
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(3) This warranty does not detract from the seller’s
obligations in regard to any lack of conformity of the
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1. Introduction

1.1.3 WarrantyThis user’s manual is designed to give you an overview of all the controls, so thatyou get to know all possible applications the LC2412 offers. General safety
instructions are followed by a structured overview of the control panel.
Afterwards, all functions of your LC2412 are described in detail.

Please take a few minutes and send us the completely filled out warranty
card within 14 days of the date of purchase. You may also register online at
behringer.com. The serial number needed for the registration is located at the topof the unit. Failure to register your product may void future warranty claims.

Future-minded BEHRINGER technology

1.2 The user’s manual

To allow for the highest possible level of operational safety, we manufacture ourequipment under the highest quality standards in the industry.

The user’s manual is designed to give you both an overview of the controls,
as well as detailed information on how to use them. In order to help you
understand the links between the controls, we have arranged them in groups
according to their function. If you need to know more about specific issues,
please visit our website at http://behringer.com.

Your LC2412 has been manufactured under ISO9000 certified
management system.
◊ The following user’s manual is intended to familiarize you with theunit’s control elements, so that you can master all the functions.
After having thoroughly read the user’s manual, store it at a safe place
for future reference.

1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
The LC2412 was carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure secure transport.
Should the condition of the cardboard box suggest that damage may have takenplace, please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical indicationsof damage.
◊ Damaged units should NEVER be sent directly to us. Please inform thedealer from whom you acquired the unit immediately as well as thetransportation company from which you took delivery of the unit.
Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.
1.1.2 Initial operation
Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient ventilation, and never place
the EUROLIGHT on top of an amplifier or in the vicinity of a heater to avoid the riskof overheating.
◊ Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make sure you

have selected the correct voltage:
The fuse compartment near the power plug socket contains three triangularmarkings. Two of these triangles are opposite one another. The voltage indicatedadjacent to these markings is the voltage to which your unit has been set up,
and can be altered by rotating the fuse compartment by 180°. ATTENTION: This
does not apply to export models that were for example manufactured
only for use with 120 V!
◊ If you alter the unit’s voltage, you must change the fuses accordingly.

The correct value of the fuses needed can be found in the chapter“Specifications”.
◊ Faulty fuses must be replaced with fuses of appropriate rating without

exception! The correct value of the fuses needed can be found in thechapter “Specifications”.
Power is delivered via the cable enclosed with the unit. All requiered safety
precautions have been adhered to.
◊ Please make sure that the unit is grounded at all times. For your own

protection, you should never tamper with the grounding of the cable or
the unit itself.

1.3 General features and functions“LC2412” means: 24 preset channels and 12 memory channels. But that’s hardly
all: You can simultaneously control 78 dimmer channels via the DMX512 digitalinterface (26 console channels x 3 DMX channels). And because several light units
can be operated on a single dimmer channel, this console gives you a plethora of
mixing possibilities.
Comparable to a mixing console in a recording studio, a light mixing console is aswitching central for stage lighting. Therefore, a light mixing console has to beabsolutely reliable and under no circumstances leave you stranded. We created
our LC2412 using the most modern components in order to guarantee you themaximum reliability possible.
But without functionality, no amount of reliability is of use to you. That’s why
we integrated a tremendeous number of func-tions in an extremely compact
unit. You have always full control of the light conditions, regardless whether you
run the light show at a live concert, a club or on a stage. To enable you complete
control over the current setup, the EUROLIGHT LC2412 has an intuitive design
structure and features a large number of LEDs and a large LCD display.
A light mixing console is basically a controlling unit that comprises a full systemonce it is integrated with a power source and light elements.
Two different standards have established themselves in the field of light control(analog controlling with 0 to +10 V and digital controlling via the DMX512 control
protocol). Your LC2412 is compatible with both. The extent of controlling yourlighting situation can range from simply fading lights in and out, all the way toconfiguring and programming entire light shows. You can manually control the
speed at which a program runs, enter the desired speed into a preset for each
step, or let it be automatically determined by an internal beat generator. On theother hand, you can control this beat generator by using a fader, or let yourmusical program directly determine the beat for the lighting setup.
Presets
Complex lighting situations can be set up using single faders (each controlling up
to 24 channels, whereby up to 72 single dimmers can be controlled). You can lightup individual channels at full blast independently from their fader position using
the FLASH keys.
Memories
Presets can be stored into ten separate preset banks (with twelve memory slotseach), and can also be individually recalled. All memories can be archived byusing separate PCMCIA memory cards.

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Chases
The expression “Chases” refers to situations in which individually programmed
light steps (up to 99 steps) are executed in succession (the lights “chase” eachother). These steps can be both individual presets as well as memories.
You can create extremely complex chases. For example, parameters such as
fade-in speed of a step, chase sequence speed and their control via the built-inbeat generator or music can all be programmed.

2. Control Elements
The control panel of your LC2412 is divided into various areas with different
functions. The way the controls on the LC2412 were designed makes using theunit and capturing current settings a breeze. The control elements are describedon the following pages according to the functions they play. If parts of the unit
are shown in light grey in an illustration, that means that these controls belong
to another section (described elsewhere in the manual).

Crossfade

All control elements and function keys are provided with control lights to enable
you full oversight of the setup/functions currently selected.

There are several ways to alternate between various stored or newly developed
lighting situations. Conversely, you can also alternate back and forth between
individual steps of a single chase manually or automatically.

The sections: (1) A PRESET section, (2) B MEMORY-section + bankdisplay, (3) sound to light, (4) FLASH keys, (5) programming section,(6) MAIN section, (7) CHASE section.

Preview

The LC2412 also has additional functions that cannot be assigned to a particularsection (special channels):With this function, you can preview stored memories or chases without thesebeing visible on the stage. This way, you can discretely control the next step
before letting it be seen on the stage.
Sound to light
This function is more widely known as “party light”. It basically means that yourmusic drives the light show. An incomming music signal is broken down into
three frequency ranges (bass, mids and highs), each of which is assigned to a(memory) channel. Depending on the volume of the respective signal segments,
the lights assigned to them will shine accordingly. You can even program a setup
for song pauses.
MIDI
The LC2412 can be controlled via MIDI. Two EUROLIGHT LC2412s can be operated
as master and slave by using the MIDI interface. Entire shows can be stored andrecalled by means of a MIDI sequencer.
DMX512
The DMX digital protocol lets you flexibly assign 78 of the 512 digital channels to
individual light console channels (softpatch).
Memory card
The EUROLIGHT LC2412 offers you access to 120 storable lighting setups(memories) that can easily be altered. A virtually unlimited archive of lighting
setups can be created by using the interchangeable memory cards on whichthese setups are stored. The sky is the limit when you put your creativity to thetest with the 99 programmable chases, each consisting of 99 single steps.

(8) SPECIAL 1 key. Used to activate a special channel, for example for turning a
fog machine on/off.
(9) SPECIAL 2 key. The same function as SPECIAL 1 key. Just like in the case ofother channels, three DMX channels can be assigned to these two channels(i.e. to SPECIAL 1/2). Both special channels are then labeled as channels
25 and 26 on the console. SPECIAL 1 and SPECIAL 2 keys can be programmed
as switches, keys or kill keys. Additional information on this subject can befound in chapter 7.3.
(10) POWER switch. Used to power up the EUROLIGHT LC2412. The POWER
switch should always be in the “Off” position when you connect the unit to
the mains.
◊ Please take note: Merely switching the unit off does not mean that

it is fully disconnected from the mains. When not using the unit for
prolonged periods of time, please unplug the unit’s power cord fromthe power outlet.

(11) The BNC connector is used for connecting a gooseneck lamp (optional).

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(10)

(11)

(5)

(1)

(2)

(4)

(3)

(8)

(9)

(6)

(7)

Fig. 2.1: Section overview

2.1 Control elements of the A PRESET section

2.2 Control elements of the B MEMORY
section ( 2 )The faders of the B MEMORY section are located in the block underneath the
A PRESET section.

(33)
(12)

(13) These faders control the illumination level of an entire group of channels
in a ratio to one another that you previously determined by setting up the
A PRESET faders and saving this setting as a memory.

(18)
Fig. 2.2: A PRESET section (detail)(19)(12) Faders 1-12. Used to set the intensity of light elements connected to thedimmer pack.
(33) UPPER switch. When you press this switch, the A PRESET section is switchedto the twelve additional channels. After that, you can set up the intensity ofchannels 13 - 24. See also chapter 3.2.

(20)
(21)

Setting up presets
Channel faders are used for setting up a preset that can be directly recalled bymoving fader A (41). As in all other setups, the MAIN fader (43) (see chapter 2.6)
determines the maximum illumination level of selected light sources.

(13)
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Exception: When the LC2412 is in preset mode (“P” shown in the bank display),
the faders control the same channels as the faders of the A PRESET section.
This way, you can simul-taneously create a second preset.

(14) – (17) These faders are also a part of this section, but they have a double
function. When the LC2412 is in sound to light mode (party light function),they control the illumination level of individual memories assigned toparticular frequency ranges.
(18) The BANK display shows the storage bank to which the memories you recall
belong. It also shows if the LC2412 is currently in preset mode (“P” diplayed).
The display starts flashing when you switch into preset mode, and lights
up constantly after three seconds. The preset mode is active only after the
flashing has stopped. This prevents accidental activation of the preset mode
as well as rough fades.
(19) UP/DOWN keys. Use them to select a preset bank (0 - 9) or switch into
preset mode (P). The control lights flash when you select a new bank whilememories from the previous bank are still active (the fader(s) is(are) pulledup). Pull the fader(s) ( (13), (14) - (17)) down to fade the memory out. When you
pull the fader(s) up again, the memory of the new preset bank is visible on
the stage (also see chapter 4.1.2).

(14) The PAUSE fader is, just like the fader (13), used primarily to control theillumination level of memories. If the sound-to-light function is active,
it controls a memory slot assigned to run during program breaks between
two musical pieces.
(15) The BASS fader takes over the basic configuration of the illumination levels
for the memory slot assigned to the bass portion of the frequency range.
(16) The MID fader is conversely assigned to the mids.
(17) The TREBLE fader is conversely assigned to the highs.
(18) and (19): Bank display and UP/DOWN keys, see chapter 2.2.
(20) The SOUND-TO-LIGHT key activates the sound-to-light funtion.
The music signal necessary for controlling the show can be fed into the
ANALOG INPUT connector located at the rear of the LC2412.

2.4 Section ( 4 ): FLASH keys and SOLO

(20) SOUND TO LIGHT key. See chapter 2.3.
(21) PREVIEW key. It gives you the option to preview (or modify) stored
memories one more time before implementing them on the stage. This isparticularly useful when you saved chases as memories and wish to
double-check and/or modify their speed before integrating them into arunning show. When “preview” is activated, the chases are shown on control
LEDs exclusively.
Each fader is assigned to a FLASH key (section (4)). This key is used to assign a
specific bank position to individual presets while programming a memory.

2.3 Control elements of the Sound-to-lightsection ( 3 )The SOUND-TO-LIGHT controls are located in the right-hand section of the
B MEMORY section.
If the sound-to-light function is active, memories 9 - 12 are controlled by a musicsignal, whereby the volume of the signal dictates the illumination level of thememories. The music signal is divided into three frequency ranges (bass, mids,higs). One memory slot is assigned to each of the three frequency ranges.
For optimal results, please put the faders to the middle position. This will let you
bring individual settings of memories into sync with one another, should thelevels vary from memory to memory.

(22)

(23)

Fig. 2.5: The FLASH keys

(22) FLASH keys. Pressing one of the FLASH keys sets the respective channel tothe maximum illumination level set on the MAIN fader, independent fromits own fader position. For this purpose, the CH FLASH key has to be pressed.
The channel flash function is automatically activated in preset mode.
(23) Dual-function FLASH keys. Memories or chases can be stored to memory
positions 9 - 12 (chase to memory). When a respective storage bank isselected, chases are indicated with yellow LEDs. Chases can also be recalledby using the Flash keys.
Solo
When the solo function is simultaneously active (SOLO key (31), LED lit), all otheremitters or light elements are deactivated. Only the channel selected via theFlash key is still active.
2.4.1 Disabling the solo function
You have the option to exclude specific channels from the solo function, so thatthese channels remain active even when “Solo” is activated.
Disabling solo is achieved by performing the folloing programming sequence:(18)

1. Press UTILITY 1 (28).

(19)

2. Select the option DISABLE SOLO by using the SOFT A key (38) located below
the display. The channel for which the solo function should be disabled
or enabled is shown in the top left section of the display. The respective
disabled/enabled status of the said channel is indicated to the right of thechannel number itself.

(20)

3. To select the channel you wish to adjust, turn the DATA wheel (36).
The desired channel can also be selected by using the Flash key(for channels 13 - 24: first press the UPPER key).
4. SOFT B (39) selects “DISABLE” and thus disables the solo function for thischannel; SOFT A selects “ENABLE”.

(14) (15) (16) (17)Fig. 2.4: The SOUND-TO-LIGHT section

5. To exit this procedure, press the QUIT key (40), thus confirming the procedure.
◊ When you disable the solo function for a particular channel,

the channel remains active in case when it is part of an activatedmemory that fades after pressing one of the FLASH keys.

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Example:You have disabled the solo function for channel 8. The light on channel 8 remains
lit if you press one of the Flash keys, as long as the solo function is active.
Previously, you have programmed a memory that uses channel 8. The memory
has just been activated on the stage. Now, press one of the Flash keys (CH FLASH(32) is also activated). There are two lights on the stage, i.e. channel 8 and thechannel activated with the key!

2.5 Control elements of the programming
section ( 5 )Despite its compact size, the EUROLIGHT LC2412 is a versatile light mixing
console. In it, we have integrated a plethora of functions, among others,various functions for memories, chases and digital control. The basic elementsof the programming section are located at the top right section of the unit.
To let you quickly orient yourself in difficult situations, the LC2412 also features
a display.

(25) (26) (27) (28) (29) (24) (30) (31) (32)(31) SOLO. The solo function utilizes the flash keys. When the solo function is
active, pressing the FLASH key for a single channel/memory completely
dimms all other lights. If so desired, individual channels can be taken out of
the solo function’s reach (see chapters 4.3.1 and 2.4.1).
(32) CH FLASH key. Switches the channel flash function on and off. When thechannel flash function is on, you can use the FLASH keys ( (22) + (23)) toenable the highest illumination level on individual channels. This function is
automatically activated in preset mode (see chapter 3.1.1). However, it has tobe manually activated in memory mode.
(33) UPPER switch. Used to switch over to channels 13 - 24. See also chapters
2.1 and 3.2.
(34) CONTRAST control. Turning this pot lets you adjust the display contrast.
(35) PROGRAM display. Depending on the programming procedure,
different menues are shown here. If you haven’t programmed anything
yet, or if you have quit a programming procedure by means of pressing the
QUIT key (40), the display shows the current chase and the respective step(basic setup).
(36) DATA wheel. Used to change/select programming parameters. For example,
it can be used for programming chases, during which you dial in steps anddetermine their execution speed. Besides, it is also used for directly callingup chases (see also chapter 6.2).
(37) SHIFT key. Opens additional programming menues. A more detailed
explanation can be found in the description of the respective
programming procedures.

(33)
(34)
(35)

(36)

(37) (38)(39) (40)(38) SOFT A key. Needed for selecting items while in a programming menu.
The menu texts and the SOFT A key are ordered in such a way that this key
lets you select the options above (appearing in the menu).
(39) SOFT B key. Has the same function as the SOFT A key.

Fig. 2.6: The programming section(40) QUIT key. Used for closing a programming procedure and going back to themain menu.

(24) PCMCIA CARD slot. This interface accepts the memory card on which you
can store your console setups.

2.6 Control elements of the main section ( 6 )(25) MEMORY key. By pressing the MEMORY key once, you initiate the procedurethat saves a stage scene. How this procedure functions in particular is
explained in greater detail in chapter 4.1.

(41) (42)(43)(26) CHASE key. Used to initiate the programming procedure (intended for
creating a chase). How this is done is explained in chapter 6.1.
(27) The CTM key (stands for chase to memory) brings up the menu for storingchases. Basically, you can store completely programmed chases intomemory. Each of the ten memory banks has four memory slots (9 - 12)
available for this purpose.
(28) UTILITY 1. This key takes you to the following programming menus:
DISABLE SOLO, SELECT CURVE and THEATRE MODE.
(29) UTILITY 2. This key takes you to the following programming menus:
DMX PATCH, SELECT MIDI and SELECT SPECIAL. Further information about
these functions is to be found in chapters 7 and 8, “ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
OF THE LC2412” and “DIMMER CONTROL”.
(30) LIVE key. By pressing this key, you can route chase or memory steps tothe console’s output in order to see what it would all really look like on
the stage. This also makes sense for the programming procedure itself,
because chases are for example only shown on the LEDs during their selection(normal setting, blind mode). This way, selecting chases is even possible whilea program is running on the stage, without disrupting the program itself(automatic preview). The live mode changes everything the other way around:
only the settings observed in the preview function are visible on the stage.

(44) (45) (45) (47)
Fig. 2.7: The main section

Control elements that apply to function groups or the entire console are groupedin the main section.

(41) A fader. This fader is the master fader for the A PRESET section; it determines
the maximum illumination level of the entire section. The FLASH keys
( (22) / (23) as well as (44) / (45)) can still be utilized, even when the fader is at
its zero position.

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it determines the maximum illumination level of all memories. Just like inthe case of the A fader, the FLASH keys can be utilized even when the fader is
at its zero position.
When the MAIN fader is raised up, both of these faders (A and B) can be used
to fade in and out between the settings of both of these sections.

(43) MAIN fader. It determines the maximum illumination level of all commands
at the console’s output.
(44) PRESET FLASH key. You can execute the entire A PRESET section with thisflash key, that is, activate the A PRESET section on the stage, even if the theA fader (41) is fully down. As soon as you let go of the key, the lights fadeagain. More information about this subject is found in chapter 4.3.
(45) MEMORY FLASH key. Has the same function for the B memory section.
Also, two additional keys in this section affect the entire console output:(46) HOLD key. Freezes the current settings, while you select a new preset,
recall a different memory or implement an entirely different configuration.
This procedure is described in chapter 7.2.

(51) X-FADE control. Used to manually dissolve between individual chase steps.
Can also be used to dissolve between memories. Additionally, fade-in speed ofchase steps can be configured, provided this speed was not already determinedin theatre mode (only when theatre mode is active). More detailed informationon this subject can be found in chapters 6.2.3 and 7.4.
(52) SPEED fader. Controls chase speed.
(53) STEP key. Manually triggers chase steps. This can also be done while chases
are already active. This function can also be remotely controlled by using
a footswitch.
(54) MANUAL MODE key. Assigned to the X-FADE control. When the MANUAL MODE
key is activated, turning the X-FADE control back and forth either fades backand forth between two chase steps (INSERT key activated) or fade chase steps
in after one another (INSERT key deactivated). A more detailed overview of thevarious possibilities of fading in/out can be found in chapter 6.2.4.
(55) SOUND/RUN MODE key. Selectively activates chase control by means of bass
rythm (SOUND) or by means of the internal speed control (RUN).

2.8 Rear panel connectors of the LC2412(47) BLACKOUT switch. Completely dimms all lighting elements. This function
affects the entire console output, that is, it also affects the chases.
The dimming is done abruptly. If you want the dimming to take place softly,
use the MAIN fader. Console settings can be altered while the console output
is deactivated. To illuminate the stage again, hit the BLACKOUT key again.
The control LED dies out.

2.7 Control elements of the chase section ( 7 )

(56)

(57)

Fig. 2.9: Digital and analog outputs(50) (51) (52)(56) DMX512 OUT connector. The digital output of the LC2412 is provided bymeans of a 5-pole XLR connector. You can connect a dimmer pack. It canbe used to process digital control commands according to the DMX512
control protocol.
(57) ANALOG OUT connector. The analog output is meant for controlling
via the analog standard (0 to +10 V DC) and is implemented as a Sub D
connector. Used to connect dimmer pack that don’t use the modern DMX512
control protocol.

(48)
(49)

(53) (54) (55)Fig. 2.8: The chase section

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(59)

(60) (61)(48) NUMBER key. Selects a chase, enabling you to show individual chases on
the control LEDs (automatic preview). The control LED of the NUMBER key
lights up, as long as chases are active in any form. This means, the LED lights
up even when the chase is not active, but just “dialed in”, ready for action.
When you select a chase whose steps have still not been programmed,
the LED dies out after letting go of the key. The LED also dies out when the
CHASE fader (50) is pulled down.

Fig. 2.10: Additional back-panel connectors(49) INSERT key. Activating this key while a chase is running lets you alternate
between the current step and the one preceeding it by pressing the STEP
key (53). This function can also be executed utilizig the X-FADE control(MANUAL MODE key (54) activated). Additional information on this subject
can be found in chapter 6.2.6.

(59) MIDI IN connector. Used to feed in MIDI data (e.g. from a MIDI sequencer oranother LC2412) to control the LC2412.

(50) CHASE fader. Controls the illumination level of a complete chase setup.
Separate ratios of a memory incorporating this chase remain intact.

(58) MIDI OUT connector. MIDI data can be forwarded from the MIDI OUT
connector to a second LC2412 or another MIDI sequencer/PC by using acorresponding cable (connect it to the MIDI IN connector on the receivingunit). This lets you control two consoles in parallel, that is, a total of 156 DMX
channels are at your disposal.

(60) ANALOG IN connector. Connect an output of your mixing console, your CDplayer or another analog signal source to this 1/4" TS mono jack connector.
This lets you use the sound-to-light function and musical control of chases.
(61) FOOTSWITCH connector. Connect a footswitch here to remotely control
the STEP key. Additional information about this subject can be found inchapter 6.2.4.

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3.1 Basic configuration(62)

Pull all the faders all the way down to the zero mark. This way, you assure thatyou start your exploration of the possibilities of the LC2412 from a neutral
setting, and can observe the results of the changes you implement directly.
Use the POWER switch to power up your BEHRINGER EUROLIGHT LC2412.
The LC2412 displays now the setup that was most recently used, just prior tobeing powered down last time.

(63)

Fig. 2.11: Serial number and mains connector(62) SERIAL NUMBER. Please take a few minutes and send to us a completely
filled out warranty card within 14 days of the original date of purchase.
Otherwise, warranty claims may be rendered invalid. Or will out the
warranty information online at behringer.com.
(63) FUSE COMPARTMENT / VOLTAGE SELECTION. Before connecting the unit
to a power outlet, please make sure that the selected voltage matches yourlocal voltage. When replacing fuses, please make sure that you always use
fuses of the same type. Some units allow for switching between 230 V
und 120 V. Please note: when connecting a unit intended for the European
market to a 120 V power outlet, you must also replace the factory fuse with ahigher-value fuse.
Power is supplied via an IEC connector. The matching cable is provided withthe unit.

3. Presets
This chapter describes individual steps used to set up, recall and fade in/out
presets (pre-determined lighting situations). Even though your LC2412 canexecute complex functions, its controls are easy to master, provided you invest
some time to familiarize yourself with the way they work. To familiarize you withthe control elements and their functions step by step, let us begin with setting up
presets (preset = the total collection of all fader positions of the A PRESET section
at one particular time). Let’s start with 12 channels first.
All statements referring to channels 1 - 12 apply also to channels 13 - 24
(upper mode).
◊ Think of presets as building blocks used to create more complex

lighting situations: memories capture the setup of a preset(up to 24 channels) on one fader; chases use presets (level step)
as well as memories (memory step) as single steps.
A Preset section

If you want to start completely from the beginning, you can use a key
combination to erase all programmed configurations. More on this subject
in chapter 7.8.
3.1.1 Preset mode
To work exclusively with presets, you have to first switch into preset mode.
Select “P” in the bank display accordingly.
1. Press the UP or DOWN keys repeatedly until “P” is shown in the display.
The display flashes for roughly 3 seconds.
2. Once the flashing stops, your LC2412 is in preset mode. The CHANNEL FLASH
function is now automatically activated, which is also shown by the lit
control LED (CH FLASH (32)).
3. Raise the MAIN fader (43) as well as Fader A (41).
4. You can now use faders 1 - 12 of the A PRESET section to create a stage
design. The illumination level of individual lighting elements can be read out
on the control LEDs, aligned next to the FLASH keys.
◊ You can not program or recal memories while in preset mode. On theother hand, stored chases can be recalled whle in preset mode.

3.2 Expanding to 24 preset channels(upper mode)
All operations applicable to channels 1-12 can be executed on channels 13 - 24,
once you switch into upper mode.
1. Press the UPPER switch (33).
The control LED indicates that the LC2412 is now in upper mode, thatis, that the faders of the A PRESET section now control channels 13 - 24.
The faders from the B MEMORY section affect channels 13 - 24 while inpreset mode.
2. Set up your preset by moving the faders of the A PRESET section into thedesired position.
In case you had already executed setups to channels 13 - 24, you have tofirst put the faders into the previously selected position before being able toagain align these channels.

Chase memory
Level steps

Memory steps

3. To quit upper mode, simply press the switch.
◊ After switching over, the control LEDs indicate the illumination

condition of the respective active channels independent of the positionof the faders. To alter the setting of a channel, you have to first bring
the respective fader into the previous position.
Additional features:
While in upper mode, the flash keys fade in the channels 13 - 24.

B Memory section

Fig. 3.1: Using presets and memories

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3.3 Crossfading between presets

Should you wish to store additional presets, simply repeat the steps:

To crossfade between two presets, you need an additional preset. This additionalpreset is created by utilizing the faders in the B MEMORY section.

1. Adjust the preset (stage design);

1. Pull the fader B (42) upward, the fader A (41) downward. The MAIN fader
remains open.
2. Now, set up the lighting situation by using the faders of the B MEMORY
section. As always, you can observe these changes on the control LEDs.
3. Move the master B fader downward, then move the master A fader upward.
Preset B is faded out, while preset A is faded in (manual fade).

4. The B Memory Section
In this context, “memory” means a lighting situation (preset) stored as a unit.
The memory function is organized as follows:
There are ten storage banks, each with twelve storage slots (FLASH keys 1 - 12),
used to store complete lighting situations (24 channels). The illumination level ofthe individual lighting situations (stage designs) can be determined by using thefaders assigned to them during the programming procedure.
You can use memories in several ways:
1. Fade them in manually or suddenly;
2. Crossfade between presets and memories;
3. Crossfade between different memories;
4. Crossfade between memories from different memory banks.
Memories originating in different banks can simultaneously be active.

4.1 Programming, recalling and altering
memories (scenes)
4.1.1 Programming
1. Set up a stage design (scene) while in preset mode (Fader A PRESET section).
2. To store a scene, you must first quit the preset mode. By using the UP/DOWN
keys (19), you switch into the memory mode. The bank display (18) indicates
which storage bank is selected.

2. Select a storage bank using the UP/DOWN keys;
3. Specify the storage location by pressing one of the FLASH keys (22) / (23);
4. Store the preset or the console output (SOFT A or B);
5. If you do not wish to create any more memories, press the QUIT key (40)to exit.
4.1.2 Fading in scenes
To fade in a programmed scene, simply select a storage bank by using the
UP/DOWN keys and pull up a fader from the B MEMORY section. The fader whose
assigned FLASH key you last pressed while programming is the fader that willcontrol this memory.
◊ To view a memory setup on the stage and on the LEDs, both fader B (42)and MAIN fader (43) have to be pulled up.
Recalling memories instantly
By using the FLASH keys (section (4)), you can recall the memories from thebank you just adjusted, just like retrieving individual channels in preset mode(“P” shown in the display).
◊ The channel flash function must not be active at this time

(CH FLASH key (32)).
4.1.3 Previewing and modifying memories
To preview memories before fading them in, use the PREVIEW key (21) todeactivate the console output for this procedure. The setup can only beobserved on the control LEDs. The remaining functions of the EUROLIGHT LC2412
remain active.
After you press the preview key, the display shows the selected memory bank at
the top right side. Select the memory that you wish to control by using one of theFlash keys. The memory is then displayed by means of control lights only.
If you wish to modify the memory shown in preview mode, select the MODIFY
function shown in the display by using the SOFT B (39) key (see fig. 4.2).

Press the MEMORY (25) key in the programming section. The display (35) shows
the following text (an example):
Fig. 4.2: Display “Editing memory in preview mode”

Fig. 4.1: Display “Program memory”

The meaning behind the above line: the next step (select memory),
location (memory slot number/storage bank).
You have already selected a storage bank using the UP/DOWN keys (7), and now
use the FLASH keys to select a location.
Lower line: Make a selection by pressing SOFT A (preset) or SOFT B (all).
If you only want to store the adjusted preset, please press SOFT A (38). If you
also want to store an active memory along with the adjusted preset, then press
SOFT B (39).
◊ This way, you have the option to generate several variations outof a single memory. How memories are modified is explained inchapter 4.1.3.

You can implement the desired changes now by using the faders of the A PRESET
section. To change the programmed settings of preset faders, you must first draw
the fader to its original position. The channels not activated during the previous
programming can be raised as usual.
To save your settings, please select ENTER by using SOFT B. Either confirm thenext memory or quit the preview mode by hitting the QUIT key (40).
Otherwise, you can also program the memory anew, as described at the
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4.2 Crossfading between different setups
4.2.1 Crossfading between presets and memories
Crossfading between memories and presets works exactly the same way as
crossfading between two presets. The only difference is that the EUROLIGHT
LC2412 has to be in memory mode.
1. Activate a stored scene (see chapter 4.1.2).
2. Activate a preset by using a fader from the A PRESET section;
fader A remains locked.
3. Now pull fader B down and fader A up. The preset appears at the console
output, while the memories dissappear.
4.2.2 Crossfading between memories
There are several ways to crossfade between memories:
Crossfading steplessly using the FLASH keys
Please take the following required steps, as follows:
1. Disengage the CHANNEL FLASH key (32);
2. Pull up the CHASE fader (50);
3. Press the INSERT key (49);4. Adjust the X-FADE control (51) to the desired fade in/out speed;
5. Press the FLASH key (one of the (22) / (23) keys).
The memory is faded in. You determine the illumination level by using the CHASE
and the MAIN fader. To switch to another memory, simply press another FLASH
key. You can alternate between two memories (the current one and the one
selected before it) by using the STEP key (53). You can fade in the current preset
setting instead of the memory by using the PRESET FLASH key (44).
◊ Faders A and B ((41) and (42)) as well as the faders of the B MEMORY

section and the A PRESET section can be pulled down; in that case,only the memories/presets activated by means of the FLASH keys
are visible.
◊ If you are currently replaying a chase, it will be interrupted as soon

as you hit the INSERT key. When you hit the INSERT key for the second
time, the chase resumes.
Manually crossfading between memories using
the X-FADER
If you activate the MANUAL key (54) in addition to the setup desicribed in chapter
4.2.2, you can then determine the crossfade times by switching from memory tomemory using the X-FADE fader.
1. Select a memory using a FLASH key.
2. Now, move the X-FADE fader to an end position, and the memory will be
faded in.
◊ If you select no new memory, you can alternate between the two mostrecently used memories back and forth.

Fading memories out
To fade memories out, release the INSERT key (49) . If you pull the X-FADE
fader in the same direction while having faded in a memory right before
that, the memory is faded out only when you pull the control down again.
Renewed pulling the control upwards, no memory is displayed.
◊ Activating a chase and interrupting it by pressing the INSERT key

fades in the next CHASE step when you pull the X-FADE fader upward.
To fade out, you have to first select a chase that contains no steps(see chapter 6.2).
When you let go of the MANUAL key, using the STEP key (53) lets you fade out
withing the time set up using the X-FADE fader.
◊ When a chase is active, and you interrupt it by pressing the INSERT key,pressing the STEP key fades the next chase step in.
4.2.3 Crossfading between memories of different banks
You can change your current storage bank by selecting a new bank using the
UP/DOWN keys. The memory activated previously remains on the stage unti you
pull the fader to zero. The LEDs of the UP/DOWN keys flash in case there are active
memories belonging to the “abandoned” bank. Pull up a memory fader, and thememory stored at this location in the new storage bank is activated.
◊ The memories that were activated before you changed the bankremain visible on the stage until you pull the fader down into its
zero position. This way, you can see multiple memories on the stage(and the respective control lights).

4.3 Preset flash and memory flash
4.3.1 Preset flash
This key activates the flash function for the A PRESET section. If the solo function
is not active, PRESET FLASH adds a lighting configuration (set up in the A PRESET
section) to an active memory (fader A (41) at zero). When the solo function is
active, “pulled up” memories are switched off.
Configuration:
Memory mode, memory fader (13) raised
Fader A (41) closed, MAIN fader (43) raised
Fade in the preset configuration using PRESET FLASH. The A PRESET fader and theMAIN fader determine the illumination level.
With solo function: memories are deactivated.
4.3.2 Memory flash
The “memory flash” function can be activated to abruptly implement stored
presets (memories) into an active preset, instead of smoothly fading it in using
a fader.
◊ No memory can be recalled in preset mode. Additionally,

the “memory flash” function can not be executed.
Configuration:
Memory mode, memory fader (13) raised,
Fader A raised, fader B closed or partially raised, MAIN fader raised.
Fade in the “pulled up” memories using the MEMORY FLASH. The B MEMORY
fader and the MAIN fader determine the illumination level.
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4.4 Programming memories without
direct control (Blind)In addition to programming memories by using the preview function(see chapter 4.1.3), you can also program memories using yet another method,
without being visible on the stage. Make sure that the LIVE key (30) is not active.
The fader A also has to be in its zero position.
After having pressed the MEMORY key (25) in the programming section,
select a storage bank by using the UP/DOWN keys and a memory by using the
flash key, and edit it by using the faders from the A PRESET section. The fader
configurations are only indicated by means of control lights on the FLASH keys.
Please confirm your changes by hitting the SOFT A (preset) or SOFT B (all)keys and then edit another memory, or quit by hitting QUIT.

4.5 Previewing memories individually on thestage (Live Mode)
Live mode gives you the option to preview individual memories and chaseson the stage, without having to interrupt the program currently running.
Therefore, live mode changes the usual sequence of events that allows you to run
a show on the stage while previewing and editing chases and memories in the
background by using the control LEDs.
In live mode, when preview function is active, you can activate and edit
memories on the stage, without interrupting the current program. It is not visible
for the entire duration of the procedure. The same goes when selecting a chase:
The chase is shown on the stage when the NUMBER key (48) is pressed.

6. Chase Control
Chases are sequences of stage designs (presets or memories) that can be stored
and can be run in a sequence. The LC2412 can store a total of 650 chase steps,
and can store 99 chases in in its memory, each of which can be comprised of up
to 99 steps.
There are several options when running chases:•

control via the bass rhythm of a connected audio signal (e. g. CD player);•control via the internal beat generator (speed set up using the SPEED
fader (52));•

Manually set up steps;•

Crossfading between steps from one to another by means of the
X-FADE fader.

Before that, individual chase steps have to be programmed.

6.1 Programming or erasing chases
Chases can be combined out of presets (level chase) or out of memories(memory chase).
6.1.1 Programming level chase
1. Please press the CHASE key (26). The program display (35) shows thefollowing text (example):

1. First activate PREVIEW.
2. Press the LIVE key (30) to activate live mode.
3. Use the FLASH key to select a memory. The selected memory will be
displayed. By using the “MODIFY” function, you have the option to modify
the memory.
4. Select “MODIFY” with the SOFT B key, edit the memory by using the faders of
the A PRESET section, and confirm your changes with SOFT B (“ENTER”).
5. To quit live mode, disable it by pressing the LIVE key again.

4.6 Additional application of memories

Fig. 6.1: Display “programming chases”“LEVEL” is highlighted after presets have been stored; “MEMORY” is highlighted
when memories have been stored as chase steps.
If “MEMORY” is marked, select a different chase (by using the DATA wheel (36)),in case you do not wish to overwrite the current one.
2. Select “LEVEL” by pressing the SOFT A key .

Additional options for using memories stand at your disposal:
1. Implementing memories as “building blocks” for chases(memory chase, chapter 6.1.2);
2. Implementing memories 9 - 12 via the sound-to-light func-tion, that is,
automatically controlled by music.

Fig. 6.2: Display “Programming level chase”

5. Sound-to-Light

By turning the DATA wheel, you can view steps in succession.

To use the sound-to-light function, you have to connect a line-level signal source(CD player, tape deck, mixing console output or similar) to your EUROLIGHT
LC2412. To this end, there is a 1/4" TS mono jack connector (ANALOG IN (60)) at theback of the LC2412. Signal level adjustment is automatic. As described in chapter
2.3, the sound-to-light function affects the memories stored in slots 9 - 12.
Press the SOUND-TO-LIGHT key (20) and pull the faders (14) - (17) in the middle
position. Overall illumination level can be corrected by using the MAIN fader.
You can vary the sound-to-light function by selecting a different bank. Right afterswitching to another bank, new memories are processed by the sound-to-lightfunction. This is how the sound-to-light function is different from the usual bankchange in memory mode.
The sound-to-light function can be freely combined with other console functions.

If the display shows a different text, please press the SHIFT key (37).
3. You can edit a step you selected by means of channel faders of the A PRESET
section. To change one or more already active channels, you first have todraw the respective fader(s) into the previously stored position (snap in).
4. Select “ENTER” with the SOFT A key and store this step. To delete a step,
select “DELETE”. The display automatically shows the next highest step.
Edit as just described or select another step by using the DATA wheel.
End the programming with the QUIT key.

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6.1.2 Programming memory chase
1. Press the CHASE key (26) to begin programming, as described above.
2. Select a chase using the DATA wheel. The displays shows whether you aredealing with a level chase or a memory chase.
3. Select “MEMORY” with the SOFT B key.
◊ If you selected a level chase and then select “MEMORY” (or vice versa),

you are asked (in the display) whether you wish to program a newchase. Select “YES” to overwrite the previous chase.
4. Select a storage bank using the UP/DOWN keys (19) and select a memory bypressing a FLASH key. This is indicated on the control lights.

To view the chase on the stage, pull up the CHASE fader (50) and the MAIN
fader (43).
Pausing a chase
There are several ways to do this:
1. Pull the CHASE fader (50) down to “0” (faded out).
2. Press INSERT or MANUAL.
3. Disable SOUND or RUN mode.
4. Select a chase containing no programmed steps.
6.2.1 Chase control through music
When an audio signal source is connected at the ANALOG IN connector (60) at therear of your EUROLIGHT LC2412, the speed of chases can be determined by thebass rhythm of the music. Of course, a chase must be selected.

Fig. 6.3: Display “programming memory chase”

Table 6.1 shows the necessary setup:

The displays indicates the memory and the storage bank in which the selected
memory is located. Example:

Key
INSERTMANUALSOUND
RUN

STEP: 01 09 (memory) 04 (bank).
5. Confirm your choice with SOFT A (“ENTER“).
6. Enter as many memories as you wish following the same procedure(max. 99 steps).
7. Exit the programming procedure by pressing QUIT.
6.1.3 Erasing chases
If you wish to completely erase a chase, do the following:
1. Press the CHASE key (26) to get to the CHASE menu. Use the DATA wheel toselect a chase you wish to erase.
2. Use SOFT A or B (“LEVEL” or “MEMORY” in the display) to determine whichchase type you wish to program after erasing chase steps. If you simply wish
to erase, please select one option in order to get to the next window.
3. Activate the shift function by pressing the SHIFT key (37).

Fig. 6.4: Display “Erasing chases”

4. Use SOFT B to select “DELALL”. This way, all chase steps of the corresponding
chase are erased. Now you can directly start programming a new chase.
If you selected “MEMORY” under 2., you also have to press SHIFT.

6.2 Running and pausing chases
To select a chase: Keep the NUMBER key (48) depressed.
In the PROGRAMM display (35) you now have a readout of the number of active
chases, the number of already programmed steps as well as the chase type(level or memory). At the same time, the chase is also shown in the control LEDs,
but without being visible on the stage (automatic preview).
If you keep the NUMBER key pressed, you can use the DATA wheel (36) to view all
programmed chases.
Use the SPEED control (52) to set the desired speed.
Letting go of the NUMBER key activates the chase.

On

Off
•
•

•
•

Table. 6.1: Chase control through soundYou can also trigger chase steps by using the STEP key (53). Use the X-Fade fader
to regultate the fade-in speed.
6.2.2 Chase control by means of SPEED fader (RUN)
To control the beat time of a chase with the internal beat generator,
you need to activate “Run” by repeatedly pressing the SOUND/RUN key (55)(yellow LED lights up).
Use the SPEED control (52) to control the speed.
Just like with chase control through music, you can also trigger chases atthe same time with the STEP key (if applicable, you may use a footswitch
connected to the FOOTSWITCH connector). Use the X-FADE fader to regulate thefade-in speed.
Key
INSERTMANUAL
SOUND
RUN

On

Off
•
•
•

•

Table. 6.2: Chase control via internal beat generator

6.2.3 Crossfading manually using the X-FADE fader(manual mode)
Press the MANUAL key (54). Using the X-FADE fader, you can fade in an out
between two adjacent chases.
Key
INSERTMANUAL

On

Off
•

•

Table. 6.3: Chase control via X-Fade fader

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Each step is shown in the display; the STEP key is disabled. If you additionallyenable the INSERT key, you can fade in and out between the two steps
selected last.
Key
INSERTMANUAL

On
•
•

Off

Table. 6.4: Fading in and out via X-Fade fader

6.2.4 Manual fades using the STEP key
When the MANUAL, SOUND and RUN keys are disabled, you can trigger chases
only by using the STEP key (or a footswitch).
Key
INSERTMANUAL
SOUND
RUN

On

Off
•
•
•
•

6.2.6 Inserting memory steps
1. Execute steps 1 and 2 as described in chapter 6.2.5. In this case, however,select the step before you insert a new step. This and all subsequent steps
are moved upward by one step.
2. Activate the shift function (SHIFT key (37)).
3. Select the memory (FLASH key) you wish to insert. The memory is indicatedon the LEDs.
4. Press SOFT A for “INSERT”.
5. Insert additional steps or exit the programming procedure by pressing QUIT.

6.3 Saving chases as memories(Chase to Memory)
You can replay up to five chases simultaneously if you store four chases to thestorage locations 9 - 12 intended for this purpose. Previously stored data is lost.
1. Press the CTM key (27).

Table. 6.5: Chase control via the STEP key

InsertIf you additionally activate the INSERT key, you can crossfade between the twomost recently selected steps.
◊ If you are currently playing a chase, you can pause it by pressing the

INSERT key. Pressing the INSERT key for the second time restarts the chaseagain. INSERT and MANUAL can also be used in SOUND and RUN modes.
◊ Instead of crossfading between chase steps, you can also activate theFig. 6.5: Start menu for CTM programming

2. Select a memory bank using the UP/DOWN keys (19).
3. Select a memory where a chase is to be stored by using one of the four
FLASH keys (23). These keys feature a second (yellow) LED, which blinks in thebeat if a chase is stored there.

insert function and then select a memory (FLASH keys (22) / (23)) andcrossfade between the last step and the said memory. Also, you can use
the STEP key to crossfade between a preset and a memory in an infinite
number of steps.
Do the following:Fig 6.6: Selection menu for memory, chase number and beat mode

1. Pause a running chase with the INSERT key.

The memory and storage bank numbers you selected are shown at the upper left
side of the display.

2. Select a memory with one of the FLASH keys.
3. Pull up one or several preset faders (A fader (41) is closed).
4. Fade in the selected preset with the PRESET FLASH key.
5. Crossfade using the STEP key.
6.2.5 Replacing memory steps
To replace a memory step within a chase, do the following:
1. Press the CHASE key (26), select a chase using the DATA wheel (it has to be amemory chase).
2. Press the SOFT B key. Now, go through individual chase steps using the DATA
wheel (steps are indicated on the LEDs). Select the step you wish to replace.
At the top righ-hand side of the display you can observe the storage bankand the location of the current step.
3. Select a new memory that replaces the old one.
4. Press SOFT A for “ENTER”. The display moves automatically on to the next step.
5. Replace additional steps as described above or exit the programming
procedure by pressing QUIT.

4. Now, select a chase by turning the DATA wheel. The chase selected isindicated on the control lights, without being visible on the stage.
5. Enter the beat:a) Input via the DATA wheel: keep the SOFT A key pressed and select a time byturning the DATA wheel (up to 10 sec.).
b) Automatic control via the bass rhythm: Select the “EXT” option using the
SOFT B key (39). This option lets you control a chase saved in a memory bymeans of an external audio signal (bass rhythm). The yellow flash key LED
beats in the rhythm of the bass sound.
6. Exit the programming procedure by pressing QUIT.
6.3.1 Replaying chases stored as memories (CTM)
Replaying chases stored in memories works exactly the same way as replaying
other memories. To replay them on the stage, you have to select the storage bankand pull up the memory fader and the B fader (42).

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6.3.2 Previewing and editing CTM

7.2 Putting the output on hold

Replay mode and speed

If you want to freeze the current console output while you can make another
setup, you can use the HOLD key for this purpose.

After successfully programming a chase, you can also preview the replay modeand the chase speed, without any of these being visible on the stage. This isparticularly uselful when you are arranging a light show and don’t have time toprogram a chase in peace.

1. Press the HOLD key (46).

1. Use the PREVIEW key (21) and select a memory (flash keys 9 - 12) you wish topreview and/or edit.
Fig 7.1: Display “put console output on hold”

2. Implement a modification, as desired (recalling and programming memories
and presets is done as described in the respective chapters of this manual).
Fig 6.7: Display “previewing and modifying CTM”

Memory (11) and bank (04) are shown at the top right-hand side of the display.
2. Enter beat measure and replay mode, as described in chapter 6.3 underpoint 5.
3. Exit the programming sequency by pressing QUIT.

6.4 Previewing chases in live mode
You can use the live mode for chases as well. More detailed information about
live mode can be found in chapter 4.5.
To preview chases in live mode, do the following:
1. Activate the live mode by pressing the LIVE switch (30).
2. Press the NUMBER key (48). The chase is previewed on the stage as long as
you keep the key pressed.
3. To quit live mode, simply press the LIVE switch again.

3. To start a new chase, select this chase as usual by pressing the NUMBER key
and turning the DATA wheel. The chase selected will be indicated on thecontrol lights as long as you keep the key pressed.
Releasing “Hold”
To softly crossfade between setups, pull the MAIN fader all the way down andthen all the way up. Moving up the fader crossfades between the former setup
and the new one.
The hold mode is automatically deactivated when the MAIN fader reaches its
upper-most position.
By using the SOFT B key, you can select “CANCEL” in the display, so that you quit amode. In doing so, the new setup is faded in abruptly.

7.3 Special channels
Both special channels (8) and (9) are well-suited activating effects
independently from other settings of the EUROLIGHT LC2412. Fog machines,
color changers or disco ball motors are such effects. You can program special
activation modes for these effects.

7. Additional Functionsof the LC2412•

Toggle mode: The SPECIAL key acts as a switch. Pressing and releasing
the key activates the fog machine (or another function). To deactivate it,press and release the SPECIAL key again.

7.1 Locking program mode•

Flash mode: The SPECIAL key keeps a function active as long as you keep
the key pressed. As soon as you let go of the SPECIAL key, the function
assigned to this channel is again deactivated.

•

Kill mode: Similar to flash mode, a function is activated only as long as the
SPECIAL key is kept pressed. However, in addition to this, all other functions
are also temporariliy disabled.

To avoid having your setups altered by unauthorized persons, you can block the
program mode of your console. There are several blocking functions available.
LOCK PRESET mode
The LC2412 can run only in preset mode. Recalling memories is not possible.
Chases can still be replayed.
LOCK PROGRAMMING mode
The console operates normally, but modifying programmed memories or chasesteps is possible only after the console is unblocked.
Blocking/unblocking
1. Keep the SOFT A and SOFT B keys pressed and simultanously press the FLASH
key for channel 1 (far left).
2. Now you can select various menues with the DATA wheel.
3. After having selected the desired mode, you can block it/unblock it bypressing the SOFT B key.
4. Exit the programming procedure by pressing QUIT.

To program the various modes, do the following:
1. Press the UTILITY 2 key (29).
2. Select the “MORE” option using SOFT B.
3. Select the “SELECT SPECIAL” option on the display by using the
SOFT A key (38).
4. SPECIAL 1 key is now labeled with KEY 1 (SPECIAL 2: KEY 2). To change
the mode of this key, keep the SOFT A key (for KEY 1; SOFT B for KEY 2)
pressed and select the desired option using the DATA wheel.
5. Confirm your selecting with the QUIT key (40) and go back to the main menu.
Special channels are labeled console channels 25 and 26 when assigned to DMX
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7.4 Theater mode

7.5 MIDI functions

You have the option to store a long sequence (99 steps) so that you can define anindividual crossfade time for each step. This way, you can uploade a framework
for a complete theater piece into the chase storage, and then expand it withpresets and memories. Therefore, think of theater mode as a special kind of chaseprogramming. To let time sequences be flexibely configured, subsequent steps
are not controlled automatically or via a sound signal source. Instead, they are
triggered individually by hand.

MIDI commands can be used not only for controlling your instruments but also forcontrolling the functions of your LC2412. In order to enter commands, you needsome kind of sequencing software.

Basic setup of the theater mode
To work in theater mode, the following conditions must be met:

The advantage of using MIDI for programming is that you can program an entire
show via MIDI and then simply let it run.
Another simple and clever option lets you transfer existing sequences to a MIDI
sequencer via the MIDI out connecor. A MIDI implementation chart as wellas the required information on individual controllers can be found in thismanual’s appendix.

•

Chase control via the internal beat generator (RUN) must be deactivated,

7.5.1 Cascading two EUROLIGHT LC2412s•

Chase control via an external audio signal (SOUND) must be deactivated,•

MANUAL (54) must be deactivated,•

INSERT (49) also has to be deactivated.

Using MIDI also lets you cascade a second LC2412 to your console. To this end,
connect the MIDI OUT connector (58) of the first console (transmitting unit)
with the MIDI IN connector (59) of the second LC2412 (receiving unit).
Now, you have to activate the MIDI operating mode in the menu.

7.4.1 Activating theater mode

Do the following:

To activate theater mode, do the following:

1. Press UTILITY 2 key.

1. Press the UTILITY 1 key.

2. Select the “MORE” option.

2. Using the SOFT B key, select the “MORE” option.
3. After that, you can activate/deactivate theater mode using the SOFT B key.
4. To go back to the main menu, press the QUIT key. When theater mode isactive, a “T” is shown in the display.
7.4.2 Programming fading times in theater mode
Since theater mode presents a special kind of chases, it also uses the menu andchase controls to program steps. Similarly, theater mode sequences are stored
as chases.

Fig. 7.2: Display “SELECT MIDI”

3. Select the “SELECT MIDI” option.

To program steps for a chase in theater mode, do the following:
1. Activate the theater mode, as described previously.
2. Press the CHASE key (26) and select a chase.
3. Select “LEVEL” or “MEMORY”.
4. Modify the desired step or select a memory.
5. Press the SOFT A key for “ENTER”.
6. Use the DATA wheel to select the desired fade time (up to 10 sec.).
A fade time is displayed if one is already set up.
7. Select “CONT” (continue) option using the SOFT A key. This saves yourprogramming and lets you enter the next step and fade time.
8. Press the QUIT key to go back to the main menu.
◊ Just like with chases and memories, stored fading times can also be

stored on a memory card.

Fig. 7.3: Display “MIDI channel”

4. Now you can use the DATA wheel to select the MIDI channel used to receive(IN) or to send (OUT). Set up the console to “receive” with the SOFT A key orto “send” with SOFT B key.
All settings implemented on the first console are to be repeated on the second
console (e.g. changing storage bank). You can recall presets, memories andchases on the first console (master). In doing so, only control commands aretransmitted; the storage banks of the second console (slave) are not modified.
◊ This does not however refer to the MAIN fader of the second

console. You control the basic illumination level of the receiving
console manually.
Programming
When you cascade two light consoles, you must implement the programmingof chases and memories in parallel, that is, specific modifications to memory
settings are not automatically carried over from one console to the other.
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7.7 Adjusting differing illumination levels
The EUROLIGHT LC2412 lets you adjust illumination levels of various lighting
elements to one another so they better match each other. This lets you increase
illumination levels of lighting elements whose illumination is insufficient for a
specific fader position. In that case, the lighting element whose illumination level
was insufficient shines sufficiently brightly.

MIDI OutPC with MIDI-software

Program this setting by doing the following:
1. Press UTILITY 1.

MIDI In

2. Select the “MORE” option using SOFT B.
3. Select “SELECT CURVE” using SOFT A.
LC2412 rear

4. The display now shows in its upper left portion the channel, to its right thestatus “LINEAR” (standard setting) or “CURVE” (increase). You can now set up
the desired setting for this channel by using SOFT A or SOFT B.

DMX512 Out
DMX512 In

5. By using the DATA wheel you can select the desired channel.
6. Complete the programming procedure by pressing QUIT.

Dimmerpack

7.8 Erasing all settings/displaying
software version
To erase all programmed settings and start from scratch, do the following:

Fig. 7.4: MIDI connection

7.6 Storing data on a memory card
The EUROLIGHT LC2412 is an extremely flexible lighting console, and you can use
it for a plethora of possible applications. You can additionally expand the rangeof its possible applications by storing complete chases and memories onto amemory card (PCMCIA ATA Flash card with 4 MB memory). This feature provesitself particularly useful when you work for various artists on different locations:
you will save yourself a lot of time and worries.
•

Insert the memory card into its slot (24). The LC2412 automaticallyrecognizes the card. To use a new card, you first have to format it. To do that,
select “YES”.

•

Now you can select one of the 25 storage locations using the DATA wheel.
Each of the 25 locations can store the complete set of data containing all
console settings.

•

The display shows if the storage location you selected already contains somedata or not.

•With the SOFT A (“SAVE”) you can now transmit the data from the console’s
memory onto the memory card. Pressing SOFT B (“LOAD”) transmitts thedata in the other direction: from the memory card into the memory of
the console.

◊ Attention: Storing data on a storage location that already contains

some data automatically replaces this data. Similarly, the data on the
console’s memory is replaced when you transmit the data from thememory card. If you wish to keep this data, make sure to first store it toa memory card.
◊ Since the LC2412 uses its own data format, once you format a memory

card on it, you can no longer read this card on a PC!

1. Press and keep pressed the SOFT A and SOFT B keys. Then press the FLASH 1
key. The software version is shown in the display.Die Software-Version
wird im Display angezeigt. Turn the DATA wheel to get to additional menus
and displays (erase memory, lock programming functions, free memory,internal A/D converter condition, self-test).
2. “DELETE ALL” appears in the display, along with the “YES” option. Select thisoption with SOFT B.

Fig. 7.5: Display “erase all settings”

3. We have created an additional step for your safety. Use the Soft A (“NO”)
or Soft B (“YES”) keys located under the respective options to select one or
the other. Selecting “YES” erases all memories and stored chases. In doing
so, all settings relevant to the console’s functions are reset to their factory
settings (SOLO ALL ENABLED, CURVE ALL LINEAR).

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8. Dimmer Control

8.2 Digital control via DMX512
8.2.1 Digital control features

DMX512 input

Dimmerpack
DMX512 output

0-10 Vswitchbox

Analogoutput0-10 V

LC2412 rear

Analog input
Tape/Send output

The EUROLIGHT LC2412 features a modern digital interface according to the
DMX512 Digital Data Transmission Standard For Dimmers And Controllers, that wasestablished in April 1990 by the USITT Engineering Commission (United States
Institute for Theatre Technology, Inc.). Since virtually all modern equipment uses
this standard (even if it is done with partially different plug-in connectors), your
EUROLIGHT LC2412 is therefore extremely flexible in how it can be implemented.
A big advantage of digital control is its enourmously simplified cabling, since you
only need one single cable for transmitting control data. This sets the DMX
system apart from its analog conterparts, which need an extra control cable foreach individual channel. Another big advantage is made possible by the freely
addressable receivers, which is done by menas of software. You can therefore
save yourself from having to painstakingly lay cables each time you wish to
assign a particular dimmer to a different channel. Additional information on thissubject can be found in chapter 8.2.2.
Interface format (EIA-485)

PRO MIXER VMX200
Mirror ball

Fog machine(with 0-10 V interface)Fig. 8.1: Standard wiring in combination with a dimmer (analog and/or digital control)

8.1 Analog control
In addition to the modern DMX512 interface, you can control your EUROLIGHT
LC2412’s dimmers using the conventional analog outputs (ANALOG OUT (57),
0 - 10 V DC). However, this lets you control only twelve dimmer channels plus two
special channels (only “0 Volts” or “10 Volts”).
◊ Whenever possible, use a multicore cable to connect your LC2412 to thedimmer rack, and apportion the cable to individual dimmer packs only
once the cable reaches the rack.
8.1.1 Controlling analog dimmers via DMX512
What at first seems like an error is in reality a very useful feature: By using aso-called demultiplexers (demux), you can convert digital commands into analog
and therefore control your analog dimmer packs.
The advantage of such a configuration is apparent: you can address thedemultiplexer freely, that is, it can for example begin with channel 12 andtherefore convert control commands from console channels 13 - 24 into analog
signals (DMX channel 0 is controlled one-to-one by console channel 1 and so on,hence the numbering offset). Furthermore, you need only short multicores foranalog control, since you can arrange the demultiplexer near the dimmers andsend control commands via a single DMX line.

The DMX512 standard uses the RS485 interface standard for data transmission,
well-known for its impunity to interferrence. The data are serially transmitted in
the asynchron fashion at a transmission rate of 250 kBit/s, successively for each of
the connected dimmers (up to 512 channels). The more dimmers are connected,
the longer the time interval until the next command on this channel.
◊ It is advisable to limit the number of deployed channels in order toensure a maximum refresh rate. Therefore, do not use more channels
than you actually need.
In combination with the DMX512 standard, you can run up to 32 loads on a single
sender (LC2412). One load responds to one DMX512/RS485 receiver, for example,
the way it is implemented in a dimmer pack.
If you wish to run more than 32 loads, we recommend using level translaters
and/or signal splitters.
8.2.2 Assigning DMX channels (Softpatch)
Softpatch means: you can assign up to three freely selectable DMX channels to a
console channel.
◊ Each of the DMX channels can be assigned to only one fader.

Otherwise, contradicting commands would be given with various
fader settings.
To make the capabilities of the DMX512 as well as the capabilities of the LC2412
transparent, we have to draw a clear distinction between three different kindsof channels:
Console channels
The channels of your LC2412 (= 24+2 channels) are 26 routes through which you cansend commands. This in no way means that you can only control 24 lighting elements.
Dimmer channels (Dimmer Loops)
Dimmer packs represent the power section of a light control system, comparable
to power amplifiers of a PA installation in the audio field. Each dimmer channel
is assigned to one DMX channel, that is, it can receive commands from only one
channel. For example, if a dimmer loop can handle a maximum power rating of
2.3 kW, you can connect several lamps, spotlights and similar (e.g. 4 x 500 W).

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DMX channels
A DMX channel consists out of one digitally transmitted information unit
(1 Byte/8 Bit), whereas 256 different information units can be transmitted.
These units are transmitted sequentially, that is, channels 0 and upwards
on the sender are accounted for, and the respective information units are
assigned. The sequence then starts anew at the next channel. In the worst-casescenario (all 512 channels are in use) the refresh rate has the value of 44.1 Hz.
You can derive from this that it is advisable to only use as many channels as you
actually need.
Since there are 24 channels with adjustable illumination (to each of which 3 DMX
channels can be assigned), there is a total of 72 DMX channels that can be laidout. Additionally, there are two special channels, each of which can switch amaximum of 2 DMX channels on and off.
To assign the desired DMX channels to individual console channels (or to preview
the assignment of channels), go through the following steps:
1. Press the UTILITY 2 key.

Connecting channels 1:1 (one-to-one) or disengaging
all connections
1. Perform steps 1 and 2, as described under 8.2.3.
2. Press the SHIFT key (37).

Fig. 8.4: Display “DMX Patch 3”

3. Now, select “ALL CLEAR” using the SOFT B key to disengage all connections.
Use SOFT A to go back to the standard setting, “ALL 1:1.”

9. Installation
You will need various types of cables for different applications. The following
illustrations show you how to lay out these cables. Always use only high-grade cables.

9.1 Cables recommended for DMX512
Fig. 8.2: Display “DMX Patch 1”

2. Select “DMX PATCH” using the SOFT A key.

The cables should be manufactured according to EIA-485 or EIA-422
specifications. Using shielded, twisted, double-stranded data transmission cables
is recommended. For example, these are the same cables used for transmitting
digital audio data in the AES/EBU format. You can also implement lines with asecond wire set, used as a replacement in case of a malfunction.
Using high-quality mic cables is also possible, but their length shold be limited to
500 m due to the high cable capacity near a data line.

Fig. 8.3: Display “DMX Patch 2”

The console channel is shown in the top left portion of the menu.
The connected DMX channels are shown to its right (standard setting
is 1:1. Example: Console channel 01 is connected to DMX channel 000,
console channel 08 is connected to DMX channel 07, etc.).
The DMX channel is shown in the lower left line; its status is shown next to it(NU = Not Used or USE 1...512). In our example DMX channel 000 is connected toconsole channel 01.
3. Use the Flash keys to first select the console channel to which you wish to
assign a DMX channel (channels13 - 24: switch to upper mode, SPECIAL 1(channel 25) and SPECIAL 2 (channel 26) by pressing (8) and (9)).
4. Select a DMX channel usign the DATA wheel.
If this DMX channel is already occupied, this will be shown in the display
together with the respective console channel number. Select the console
channel (Flash key), and select “OPEN” (SOFT B key). Start again at step 3.
Alternatively, you can also select a different DMX channel.
5. Press the SOFT A key (“CONNECT” option) and connect the console channel
with the DMX channel. If you wish to connect multiple DMX channels withthe same console channel, simply select an additional DMX channel andproceed with the connection as previously described.
6. Use the QUIT key to go back to the main menu.

9.2 Terminal resistor (Bus Termination)
Using a termnal resistor at the end of the line is an additional condition needed for
glitch-free data transmission. To this end, a 120-Ohm resistor is located between
both conductors (Pin 2 and Pin 3) in an extra connector. Connect this connector
to the DMX out connector of the last piece of equipment in the DMX chain.
Shorter connections (up to several meters/roughly 15 ft) do require termination.

9.3 Pin assignment
9.3.1 DMX512 connections
The DMX512 norm mandates the use of 5-prong XLR connectors. The correct
layout is shown in fig. 9.1.
5-pin XLR connectors for DMX512 signals

1 = Signal common/shield
2 = Data 1 (-)
3 = Data 2 (+)

Pins 4 (data 2 -) and 5 (data 2 +) are not connected (optional use)

Fig. 9.1: 5-prong XLR connector for DMX512 connections

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9.3.2 Sub D connections (Analog Control)

9.3.5 Footswitch

The following table shows the cable layout of the individual contacts of the sub D
connection for analog dimmer control.

You can use a footswitch to trigger chase steps. This way, both of your hands
remain free, letting you control additional settings of your LC2412.

Pin No.
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 4
Pin 5
Pin 6
Pin 7
Pin 8
Pin 9
Pin 10
Pin 11
Pin 12
Pin 13
Pin 14
Pin 15Cons. channel
Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3
Channel 4
Channel 5
Channel 6
Channel 7
Channel 8
Channel 9
Channel 10
Channel 11
Channel 12
Special 1
Special 2
GroundTable. 9.1: Cable layout of the sub D connection

9.3.3 MIDI connection
Coonect to other MIDI equipment or another EUROLIGHT LC2412 by using
common MIDI cables. The cables should never be longer than 15 m (45 ft).
9.3.4 Audio connections
To control the EUROLIGHT LC2412 via an audio signal, please use a mono jackconnector with standard configuration.
Unbalanced ¼" TS connector
strain relief clamp
sleevetip

sleeve(ground/shield)

tip(signal)Fig. 9.2: 1/4" TS connector for audio signals¼" TS footswitch connector
strain relief clamp
sleevetip

sleevepole 1/groundtip
pole 2
The footswitch connects both poles momentarily

Fig. 9.3: Footswitch connector

As long as a footswitch is kept pressed, the connection of both contacts is closed.
Therefore, a footswitch does not act as a switch.

9.4 Rack mountingYour EUROLIGHT LC2412 is factory-equipped with rack-mounting brackets.
You can screw these on to the side of your LC2412 on a per-need basis.
◊ Always make sure that your LC2412 is provided with sufficientventilation to avoid overheating of the unit!

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10. Specifications
CHANNELS

26 (24 + 2 special switchable channels)

DMX

78 out of 512 DMX channels (max. 3 DMX
channels per console-channel)

MEMORIES

max. 120

CHASES

max. 99

Steps

max. 650, up to 99 per chase

InputsAnalog In

1/4" TS mono jack connector, unbalanced

LevelLine level

Footswitch

1/4" TS mono jack connector

MIDI InDIN 5-pole connector

Outputs

DMX512 out

XLR 5-pole connector, conforms to the
DMX512/1990 standard

MIDI out

DIN 5-pole connector

Analog out

Sub D connector, 15-pole

Level0/+10 V DC

Min. load impedance

600 W

Memory Card

FormatPCMCIA ATA flash card

Storage capacity

4 MB

Battery type*

3 V lithium battery (e.g. CR2032)

Power Supply

Voltage
USA/Canada

120 V~, 60 Hz

Europe/U.K./Australia

230 V~, 50 Hz

Japan

100 V~, 50 - 60 Hz

General export model

120/230 V~, 50 - 60 Hz

Power consumption

37 W

Fuses

100 - 120 V~: T 1 A H 250 V
220 - 240 V~: T 500 mA H 250 V

Mains connection

Standard IEC receptacle

Dimensions/Weights

Dimensions (H x W x D)

approx. 4 3/16 x 17 1/2 x 11"
approx. 106 x 442 x 278 mm

Weight (net)approx. 8.38 lbs / 3.8 kg* Caution: Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. You should only let qualified personnel
replace the battery. Replace only with the same type or equivalent.
BEHRINGER continuously strives to assure the highest quality standards possible. Required modifications may
be implemented without prior notice. Technical data and the appearance of the unit may deviate from the above
values and/or illustrations.

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MIDI Implementation Chart
Received
Remarks
1-16
—
N
—
N
—
N
—
N
—
N
—
N
—
Y
A Preset Fader 1
Y
A Preset Fader 2Y
A Preset Fader 3
Y
A Preset Fader 4Y
A Preset Fader 5Y
A Preset Fader 6Y
A Preset Fader 7Y
A Preset Fader 8Y
A Preset Fader 9Y
A Preset Fader 10
Y
A Preset Fader 11
Y
A Preset Fader 12
Y
B Memory Fader 1
Y
B Memory Fader 2Y
B Memory Fader 3
Y
B Memory Fader 4Y
B Memory Fader 5Y
B Memory Fader 6Y
B Memory Fader 7
Y
B Memory Fader 8Y
B Memory Fader 9Y
B Memory Fader 10
Y
B Memory Fader 11
Y
B Memory Fader 12
Y
Speed
Y
X-FadeY
ChaserY
Main
YMain AY
Main BY
Key StepY
Key Flash 1
Y
Key Flash 2
Y
Key Flash 3
Y
Key Flash 4
Y
Key Flash 5
Y
Key Flash 6
Y
Key Flash 7
Y
Key Flash 8
Y
Key Flash 9
Y
Key Flash 10
Y
Key Flash 11
Y
Key Flash 12
Y
BankY
Chaser Nr.
Y
Key Channel FlashYKey SoloY
Special 1
Y
Special 2
Y
Key Manual

Function
Midi Channel
Mode
Note Number
Velocity
After Touch
Pitch Bender
Control Change
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49

Transmitted
1-16
N
N
N
N
N
N
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y

50

Y

Y

Sound/Run

51
52
53
Program Change
System Exclusive
System Common
System Real Time
Running Status

Y
Y
Y
N
N
N
N
N

Y
Y
Y
N
N
N
N
N

InsertKey Preset
Key Memory
—
—
—
—
—

Range
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
0-127
>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF
0-9
0-99>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF
0 = Step Mode
1 = Timer Mode
2 = Sound Mode
>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF>63 ON <64 OFF
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONSCOMMISSION COMPLIANCEINFORMATIONEUROLIGHT LC2412
Responsible Party Name:MUSIC Group Services US Inc.

Address:

18912 North Creek Parkway,
Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011,
USA

Phone/Fax No.:

Phone: +1 425 672 0816
Fax: +1 425 673 7647

EUROLIGHT LC2412
complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the following paragraph:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Important information:
Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by MUSIC Groupcan void the user’s authority to use the equipment.

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