The Cerebrum module is a compact yet powerful touch-screen computer and the heart of the MaxModule concept. It runs the lighting software on Windows XP Embedded which controls the Maxxyz Compact and M-Series. The MaxModule Cerebrum can also be used as a stand-alone unit for control in installations and also functions as a backup system for any Maxxyz, M-Series and M-PC V3 or other Cerebrum module.
Features
- Industrial motherboard with Pentium M processor
- Industrial SVGA 12.1_ TFT color touch monitor screen
- Real-world paradigm intuitive interface (images, dynamic text labels and actuals)
- Customizable GUI (Graphic User Interface)
- 16 x view buttons, 2 x view scroll buttons
- 2 physical DMX universes, expandable to 32 via Artnet or USB/DMX interface
- Maxxyz Manager for scheduling (astronomical clock) and remote triggering via Internet
Specifications
Physical
Length: 275 mm
Width: 483 mm
Height: 182 mm
Weight: 7.3 kg
Control and Programming
Protocol: DMX512, Artnet (ACN and RDM pending)
2 physical DMX universes, expandable to 32 via Artnet or USB/DMX interface:
32 universes or 16384 channels from a single Cerebrum:
No limit to number of DMX channels per fixture:
Extensive fixture library for all known manufacturers:
65000 presets for each group of functions (P/T, color, gobo, etc.):
Effect generator for automated programming of complex effects:
Customizable highlight and lowlight function to identify individual fixtures:
Relative or absolute programming:
Fan function for all channels (including timing parameters):
On-the-fly global timing changes:
Virtual cuelists:
Macros:
Wait, follow and link cues:
HTP, LTP, chase, timecode, submaster and group master playback functionality:
Individual parameter timings:
Intuitive patch feature:
Fixture type cloning:
Maxxyz Manager for scheduling (astronomical clock) and remote triggering via Internet:
Control/User Interface
Customizable GUI:
Grand master fader and button:
Flash master fader and button:
16 x view buttons, 2 x view scroll buttons:
Customizable highlight/lowlight function:
Digital encoder wheels for window scrolling and screen/desk lamp intensity:
Playback
Full 16-bit fading for high-resolution fixtures:
Individual fade in/fade out times for all playbacks:
Manual override available at all times:
Live 0-1000% override of global cue timings:
Live programmer timing (“Sneak”):
Go-function (supports multiple cues simultaneously):
Cuelists can be executed in tracking or non-tracking mode:
Hardware
Industrial SVGA 12.1” TFT color touch monitor screen:
Internal SATA 2.5” hard disk drive:
Modular construction:
Industrial motherboard with Pentium M processor:
Internal Maxxyz software protection dongle:
Software
Industrial Windows XP Embedded OS (not user-accessible):
Real-world paradigm intuitive interface (images, dynamic text labels and actuals):
Show backup on hard disk or USB storage device (not included):
Compatible with Martin ShowDesigner:
Connections
DMX in: 5-pin locking XLR
DMX out: 5-pin locking XLR
External monitor screen: VGA (15- pin D-sub female)
Artnet for addition of up to 32 DMX universes: Neutrik RJ-45 socket (accepts Neutrik EtherCon connectors in housing)
Maxxyz/Maxedia multiple controller link USB: Neutrik RJ-45 socket (accepts Neutrik EtherCon connectors in housing)
Ethernet for multiple controller link: Neutrik RJ-45 socket (accepts Neutrik EtherCon connectors in housing)
USB devices: USB host socket
Desk lamp: 2.5 mm DC bayonet
Microphone: 6.3mm (1/4-inch) mono jack
Audio in/out: RCA phono
AC power input: 3-pin IEC male socket
AC power throughput: 3-pin IEC female socket
Electrical
AC power: 100-240 V nominal, 50/60 Hz
Power supply unit: Auto-ranging electronic switch-mode
Main fuses: 2 AT (x 2)
Desk lamp output: 12 V
AC power output: Unswitched, unfused, max. 6 A
Approvals
EU safety: EN 60950
EU EMC: EN 55022, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3
US safety (pending): UL 60950-1
Canadian safety (pending): CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1


Included Items
1.5 m power cable, 3-pin IEC: 11501012
Ethercon patch cable: 11840144
USB cable (A/B), 1000 mm: 11840066
User manual: 35000223
Recovery DVD, Maxxyz Compact/Cerebrum:
Ordering Information
MaxModule Cerebrum: 90732140
M-Series™ Empty Frame in Flightcase: 90732120
M-Series™ Empty Frame in Cardboard Box: 90732130
Downloads
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Manuals | ||||
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1.35 MB | |||
Compliances | ||||
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26.7 KB | |||
Service Notes | ||||
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7.03 MB | |||
Hints And Tips | ||||
Adding External Touchscreens
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