HELIX DN9848E Remote Control Software User Guide
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1 INTRODUCING THE HELIX DN9848E REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE The HELIX DN9848E Remote Control Software (HELIX DN9848E RCS) enables engineers to remotely
program a system of up to 16 HELIX DN9848E System Controller units from a laptop or PC for onward
downloading to the HELIX DN9848E System Controller units at a venue. Hence, programming can be
done in advance of a show from home or en route, leaving more time for fine-tuning.
At the venue, the settings can be quickly downloaded to the system. Thereafter, a HELIX DN9848E RCS
tablet/laptop PC can be used for real-time control of the system during both set-up and performance.
Using the HELIX DN9848E RCS offers an enhanced visual overview of unit performance, as well as
significant time-saving in switching between units, navigating ‘processing’ views and adjusting settings.
Furthermore, for optimal control during set-up, the tablet/laptop PC can be set up to communicate with
the system over a wireless connection, leaving the engineer free to move around the venue while
adjusting the processor settings. For performance, Ethernet communication is used, although there is
an option for conventional serial RS-232, if required. Settings can also be uploaded from the HELIX
DN9848E System Controller units to the HELIX DN9848E RCS.
In addition to the active settings, HELIX DN9848E RCS can also be used to remotely program the
32 lockable system memories and 5 user memories.
The HELIX DN9848E RCS runs as an Add-In to the Midas Klark Teknik ELGAR Library Manager, enabling
you to work on settings for your system controller devices alongside other Midas or Klark Teknik
devices, such as a H1000 console or DN9340 and DN9344 EQ units, and save them all in a single show
file. The show file can then be reused at subsequent venues. In addition, you can minimise time and
effort by copying settings between the HELIX DN9848E RCS Add-In units.
Please note that, for the purposes of this manual, a HELIX DN9848E unit is the actual physical version
connected to the system and an RCS unit is a unit in HELIX DN9848E RCS. Also, some of the
screenshots in the manual may appear slightly different to those on your screen due to configuration
and status of the system, units and your laptop/PC.
Note
Earlier DN9848 devices (non-E) may be connected to, and controlled using the HELIX DN9848E
RCS provided that the connection to these devices is in accordance with Appendix 12.2 of this
User Guide.