Mastering MA Dot2 lighting console and onPC software.

Name: Mastering MA Dot2 lighting console and onPC software.
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Comprehensive Dot2 Console and Software Training.

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Created byMarc Schneider

Last updated 5/2026

English

What you'll learn

Comprehensive Software Mastery: Delve deep into Dot2 onPC, mastering universe setup, intricate designs, and MIDI controller integration for advanced control.
Real-world Skills: Master lighting for theaters, concerts, festivals, religious venues, and corporate events.
MA 3D Mastery: Hone skills in lifelike virtual lighting displays, eliminating physical setups, boosting creative expertise with MA 3D Simulation.
Professional Workflow: Develop swift, precise programming skills to tackle any lighting challenge, whether it's an intimate club gig or a grand festival.

Course content

11 sections • 50 lectures • 6h 27m total length

Introduction. Download & Installation3:28
In this Chapter you will learn how to download and install the Dot2 software.
User Interface2:59
In this chapter we take a look at the user interface consisting of the programmerwing, different monitors and button- and faderwings.

Patching. Load, save and create new shows2:55
We will learn how to patch fixtures, adjust Ids, change universes and DMX adresses.
Selections and Intensity9:56
You will learn how to select fixtures by mouse or keypad and different ways to add or align intensity to the selection.
Fixture Views4:20
We take a look at the different view types like Grid view, list view and stage view. Also you will learn how to create an own view.
Groups5:15
We will learn how to create new groups, how to modify them and how to use the name function.
Exercise: Patch and group a theater plot.0:18
Exercise solution9:40
Here is the solution of the exercise.

Manipulating selections3:49
In this chapter we take a look how to copy, move and delete items. Also we will learn how to work with the prev, set and next button.
Gels4:49
We learn how to put gels to fixtures. How to use the color picker, the RGB or YCR mode and how to select predefined gels like for excample 201.
Exercise Gels0:20
A little exercise about gels.
Solution Exercise Gels2:11
Here you see the solution of the exercise

First Cue4:12
In this chapter you will learn, how to store the programmer content in a cue, how to change the name of a cue, how to delete a cue and how to move a cue.
First Show10:48
In this Chapter you will learn how to make a show using a Cue Stack. How to create a Cue Stack, how to save several Cues in a Cue Stack, how to view the Cue Stack content and how to rename Cues.
Fade Time4:36
In this chapter we take a look at the Fade Times. We learn how to change the Fade Times and how to set the Fade Times while programming.
More Fade Time7:01
We take a look at the Outfade Time, Delay Time, Outfade Delay Time.
Exercise Cue Stack and Fade Time0:28
It is time for a little exercise.
Exercise solution3:37
Groupmaster3:14
In this chapter we will take a look at the groupmaster function.

3D simulation set up5:43
We learn how to:
Start the Dot2 3D simulation
Changing the network interface
Starting a session
Inviting new session partners
3D positions4:56
In this chapter we learn how to:
Move Fixtures
Rotate Fixtures
Change the render settings
3D Camera1:29
We take a look at the:
Camera views
Orbit movements
3D changing fixtures2:51
In this chapter we will learn how to:
Change fixtures to fresnel or profiler
Work with barndoors, shapers, blades etc.

Presets 19:02
We take a look at Presets.
What is a Preset?
How to use a Preset.
How to create a Preset.
How to modify a Preset.
How to recal a Preset.
Presets 216:09
Presets, part 2. We learn how to:
Add presets with selections.
Create presets out of existing presets
Create multi attribute presets
Attribute "Position"11:48
We take a intensive look at the attribute "Position".
bidirectional communication
Follow button
Flip function
Effects 18:29
Lets start with effects:
Adding effects to fixtures
Selecting effect types
Adjusting effect values
Storing effects
Editing effects
Effects 25:02
We learn how to:
Add color effects
Select color values
Create Rainbow effects
Effects 34:54
In this chapter we learn how to:
Create position effects
Make a circle
Make a tilt effect
Create a multiple effect

Cuestack 115:56
We take a look at the basic cuestack options:
Move in Black
Autostart
Autostop
Super priority
Off on overwritten
Cue cero
Use executor time
Wrap around
Restart mode
Executor time / Programmer time
Cuestack 210:32
We continue with the cuestack options:
Masterspeed
Tempfader
Crossfader
Macro circular copy
Cuestack options 310:33
And here is the last chapter of cuestack options:
Go / Go Back
Select
Toggle
Flash
Learn
Swop
Editing cues8:30
We learn how to edit existing cues:
Goto
Edit
Update
Preview

Pages7:32
We learn how to work with pages, how to navigate thru pages and use the Fix function.
Blind2:14
We take a look at the Blind function and learn how to programm a cue without outputting it.
CMD3:49
One of the Dot2 highlite is the CMD. We learn how to use the command line and also how to fire a command using a cue.
Exercise CMD0:49
It is time for a little exercise.
Exercise solution7:01
Here is one posible solution of the exercise

Webremote10:20
We learn how to:
Activate the web remote
Set a passwort
Connect a web remote
Work with the web remote
Makros4:09
In this chapter we learn how to:
Export the patch
Use the onbord macros
Create own macros
Park Function2:43
We take a look how to park or unpark fixtures.
Midi2:39
In this chapter we will learn how to:
Connect a midi device
Asign executors to midi
Asign commands to midi
Screensize1:04
Here we tlearn how to adjust the screen size of the Dot2onPC.
Session and Artnet4:41
In this chapter we learn how to:
Configure the IP for ArtNet
Prepare the console to use with a node or other console
Output ArtNet

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Description

Explore the unparalleled versatility of the MA Dot2 lighting console and software, a powerhouse solution in the world of lighting control. In today's fast-paced industry, efficiency is key, especially when programming intricate light designs. The Dot2 onPC software, a professional tool, offers a universe of DMX (512 channels) for free, expandable to 4 universes with a Dot2 Node, while the physical consoles support up to 8 universes. Whether you're involved in theater touring, live music shows, corporate events, or festivals, this course equips you to excel in diverse lighting scenarios.

What You Will Learn:

Comprehensive Software Mastery: Dive into the intricacies of the Dot2 onPC software, including setting up universes, complex designs, and seamless integration with MIDI controllers for advanced control.
Real-world Applications: Gain practical skills applicable to theater productions, live music events, festivals, religious venues, and corporate functions. Learn techniques tailored to each setting.
MA 3D Simulation: Explore the virtual realm with MA 3D simulation, refining your skills in creating immersive, lifelike lighting displays without physical setups.
Professional Workflow: Acquire speed and precision in programming, ensuring you can handle any lighting challenge efficiently, from small club gigs to large festivals.

Why Choose This Course:

Expert Guidance: Learn from an experienced professional who has utilized Dot2 software in diverse contexts, offering insights and real-world strategies.
Hands-on Practice: Engage in practical exercises and virtual simulations, gaining confidence in your ability to design and execute complex lighting setups.
Versatile Skills: Equip yourself with skills applicable to various events, making you an asset in the industry, whether in theaters, concerts, or corporate settings.

Elevate your lighting expertise to new heights. Enroll now and master the MA Dot2 console and software, ensuring you're ready to create stunning, seamless lighting experiences in any professional context.

Who this course is for:

This course is tailored for lighting engineers, technicians, and enthusiasts seeking expertise in versatile lighting control across diverse settings, including theaters, concerts, festivals, religious venues, and corporate events.

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Einleitung2 lectures • 6min

Zweiter Teil6 lectures • 32min

Dritter Teil4 lectures • 11min

Working with cues7 lectures • 34min

3D Simulation4 lectures • 15min

Moving Lights5 lectures • 37min

Presets, more Attributes and Effects6 lectures • 55min

Cuestack4 lectures • 46min

Pages, Blind, CMD5 lectures • 21min

Remote, Macros, Park, Midi, Screensize, Session & Artnet6 lectures • 26min

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