Live and Blind Modes

Live Mode and Blind Mode are available only in Online Mode. Whether in Live or Blind Mode, configuration changes ( device A physical item with which you can interact, either directly or via Designer. properties changes, scene Collection of lighting levels for each channel assigned to the same group as the scene. settings, insertion of routing entries, etc.) are effected immediately on the real lighting system A network of client PCs, routers, control devices, control gear, and lamps

In Live Mode, channel A channel pertaining to a load (also known as control gear or LIU), see entry for load. A ballast has one channel, whereas a dimmer or relay unit can have numerous channels. level changes or scene calls are actioned immediately on the real lighting system A network of client PCs, routers, control devices, control gear, and lamps.

In Blind Mode, channel level changes or scene calls are shown in Designer but are not actioned on the real lighting system.

Switch to Live Mode

1. If not already in Online Mode, switch to Online Mode. See Switch to Online Mode.

2. Click on the Main Toolbar. You must enter the Advanced Mode password to enter this mode (see User Modes and Passwords used in Designer).

Switch to Blind Mode

1. If not already in Online Mode, switch to Online Mode. See Switch to Online Mode.

2. Click on the Main Toolbar. This mode does not require a password.

Related Topics

• Modes of Operation

• Online and Offline Modes

• Editor and Monitor Modes

• Main Toolbar

• Passwords used in Designer

• User Modes