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Channel #		Function	Description	Value		Default
DL.3	Axon	Function	Description	dec.	%	dec.	%
DL.2	Axon			dec.	%	dec.	%
			RGB Swap to GRB	43
			Mod1 = red, Mod2 = green, Mod3 = blue	43
			Mod1 = red, Mod2 = green, Mod3 = blue
			Colorize Gray Scale maps pixel intensity to color:
			Mod1 = Color Scheme selection, Mod2 = Zero	44
			intensity point in color scheme, Mod3 = Fading
			Intensity key turns pixels of selected intensity
			transparent: Mod1= Color Scheme, Mod2=	45
			Intensity bandwidth, Mod3 = Transparency level
			Raindrop effect. Mod1 controls size/speed, Mod2
			seeds the random number generator, and Mod3	46
			controls raindrop rate.
			Scale RGB. Mod1= scale red, Mod2=scale green,
			Mod3=scale blue. Maximum of Mod1, Mod2 and	47
			Mod3 sets overall color range
			Tiling On (Scaler of 128=1 to 1) Note: Tiling on
			Mode 1 overrides tiling on Effect Mode 2	48
			Mod1=x-axis tiling scaler, Mod2=y-axis tiling	48
			Mod1=x-axis tiling scaler, Mod2=y-axis tiling
			scaler. Mod3 not used.

			Color to Alpha. Mod1 = red to alpha, Mod2 =	49
			green to alpha, Mod3 = blue to alpha	49
			green to alpha, Mod3 = blue to alpha
			Color to Alpha, Inverted. Mod1 = inverted red to
			alpha, Mod2 = inverted green to alpha, Mod3 =	50
			inverted blue to alpha
			Texture Mixing. Mod1= Source media file, Mod2=
152	131	Effect	Source effect level, Mod3= Crossfade from	51	NA	0	0
152	131	Mode 2	original to source texture		NA	0	0
			Image Scale and Rotate. Mod1=scales image,	52
			Mod2= rotation angle, Mod3=rotation speed	52
			Mod2= rotation angle, Mod3=rotation speed
			Film Roll. Mod1=horizontal roll speed,	53
			Mod2=vertical roll speed, Mod3=Image scale	53
			Mod2=vertical roll speed, Mod3=Image scale
			Pixelate. Mod1=Amount of pixelation,	54
			Mod2=horizontal scaler, Mod3=vertical scaler	54
			Mod2=horizontal scaler, Mod3=vertical scaler
			Faux LED. Mod1 =”LED” size, Mod2 = spacing,	55
			Mod 3 = color peaking	55
			Mod 3 = color peaking
			Faux Tile. Mod1 = Tile size, Mod2 = spacing,	56
			Mod 3 = color peaking	56
			Mod 3 = color peaking
			Fuzzifier. Mod1 = Horizontal distance, Mod2 =	57
			vertical distance, Mod3 = fuzz decay	57
			vertical distance, Mod3 = fuzz decay
			Drop Shadow. Mod1 = horizontal shadow size,
			Mod2 = vertical shadow size, Mod3 = shadow	58
			opacity
			Zoom Blur. Mod1 = horizontal position center,	59
			Mod2 = vertical position center, Mod3 = zoom	59
			Mod2 = vertical position center, Mod3 = zoom
			Chroma Shift. Mod1 = horizontal shift, Mod2 =	60
			vertical shift, Mod3 = Scale	60
			vertical shift, Mod3 = Scale
			ShakeNBake. Mod1 = horizontal shake, Mod2 =	61
			vertical shift, Mod3 = Scale	61
			vertical shift, Mod3 = Scale
			Slats, Vertical. Mod1 = number,	62
			Mod2 = displacement, Mod3 = fade	62
			Mod2 = displacement, Mod3 = fade

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High End Systems AXON is a powerful and versatile media server designed to meet the dynamic demands of live performances, events, and installations. Known for its cutting-edge technology and impressive capabilities, AXON serves as a critical tool for lighting designers, AV professionals, and multimedia artists, allowing them to create stunning visual experiences.

One of AXON’s main features is its ability to handle multiple video formats and resolutions. It supports HD, 4K, and beyond, making it an excellent choice for modern productions that require high-quality visuals. With its intuitive interface, users can easily manage and manipulate video content, ensuring seamless transitions and captivating displays.

The hardware architecture of AXON is robust and designed for reliability. It boasts powerful processing capabilities, which enable it to playback multiple layers of video simultaneously without compromising performance. This makes it perfect for complex shows that require synchronizing various media elements. Additionally, its high-speed storage solutions contribute to rapid access and playback of video files, allowing for quick adjustments during live performances.

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The system integrates seamlessly with a variety of control protocols, including Art-Net and sACN, allowing for versatile integration with lighting and other production equipment. This interoperability is crucial for modern productions, where various systems need to communicate effectively.

Additionally, AXON's software is regularly updated to include new features and improvements, keeping it at the forefront of media server technology. The user-friendly interface, coupled with extensive documentation and support, ensures that both novice and experienced users can maximize the system's potential.

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Colorize Gray Scale maps pixel intensity to color:

Mode 1 overrides tiling on Effect Mode 2

Effect

Mode 2

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