Spotline V2: Setup Process

To be show-ready, the Spotline requires both a Physical Setup and Spikemark Setup. Below are the basic steps on these processes with links on how to complete each step.

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Physical Setup Process

1. Install Spotline

2. Install Controls

3. Connect the Spotline to the Stagehand

4. Test functionality before installing rope

5. Install rope onto the Spotline

6. Install Scenery - Unfortunately we can't really help with scenic integration!

WARNING

Because we don’t have limits set yet, jogging too far in either direction can cause scenery collision.

1. Set Physical Limits

Spikemark Setup Process

1. Open Spikemark from the Start Menu

2. Add Spotline v2 from the Machine Library

3. Match IP address with the Stagehand and connect

4. Auto Tune the Stagehand and Spotline

5. Set Position

6. Set Soft Limits

7. Use Move to Position to test motion

8. Tune the Motor

9. Understand Position Fault

Once both of these setup processes are complete, you are ready to program cues and run your show!

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