Setting Up and Connecting

Assemble the QuickQ Console

  • Connect the Tablet Holder to the back of the console using the two captive screws.

  • Install the aerial on to the connector labelled antenna and extend it vertically.

  • Connect the Desk Lamp to the lower USB on the rear of the console.

  • Connect the DMX outputs to the fixtures that are to be controlled.

  • Connect a Network Cable to the Network port if using.

  • Connect an HDMI Monitor if you decide to use one.

  • Connect the power supply into the 12V DC input on the back, then connect it into a mains AC power.

Connecting the Remote App to a QuickQ Console

QuickQ Consoles are shipped with the WiFi interface disabled. You must enable the interface the first time before attempting to connect.

  1. Turn on WiFi: Press the icon on the top bar and turn the Status switch on.

  2. Download the App: The QuickQ Remote App is available for free download from the Google Play and Apple App Stores.

  3. Scan the QR Code: Use the Remote App to scan the QR Code displayed on the Console touchscreen.

Connecting via Ethernet

In environments where there are a large number of WiFi devices or other devices that may interfere with WiFi signals and when the remote app is being used next to the console (for example as an additional screen) it can be beneficial to connect via Ethernet network cable rather than WiFi.

To do this an Ethernet adaptor is required for your mobile device. The Ethernet adaptor plugs into the USB or Lightning port of your Android or Apple device and allows an Ethernet cable to be connected (ensure that the adaptor you buy is suitable for your device).

Most devices can be connected either via a network external to the console which provides DHCP or directly to the console by setting a static IP address.

With an Ethernet adaptor connected to an Apple device an Ethernet menu option will appear in the device’s Settings menu and under this an item for Interfaces. When connecting via an external network the LAN interface’s Configure IP should be set to Automatic. This will configure the network settings for you. When using an Ethernet cable connected directly to the console Configure IP should be set to Manual.

The location of Ethernet settings on Android devices varies depending on the device but on many devices an option, More connection settings, is found under Connections in the Settings app. Under this option is an item for Ethernet which will be greyed out until the Ethernet adaptor is connected. Under the Ethernet option is an option, Configure Ethernet device. When connecting via an external network the Connection type under this should be set to DHCP. This will configure the network settings for you. When using an Ethernet cable connected directly to the console Connection type should be set to Static IP. To change settings the Ethernet Option will need to be disabled and should be enabled once the changes have been made. Some Android devices do not allow a static IP to be set.

When using a Manual or Static IP connection the IP Address should be set to be in the same range as the console (for example if the console has an IP address of 2.0.0.5 the IP address could be set to 2.0.0.7). The Subnet Mask should be set to the same value as set on the console.

To use an Ethernet adaptor you may need to disable WiFi on the device.

Assemble the QuickQ Rack

  • Connect the Rack Ears to the front of the unit with the small screws supplied, if unit is being rack mounted.

  • Install the aerial on to the connector labelled antenna and extend it vertically.

  • Connect the DMX outputs to the fixtures.

  • Connect a Network Cable to the Network port, if using.

  • If not using QuickQ App for programming, connect an HDMI Monitor and USB Mouse.

  • Connect the PowerCON TRUE1 connector on the rear of the QuickQ Rack, then connect it into a mains AC power

Connecting the Remote App to a QuickQ Rack

QuickQ racks are shipped with the WiFi interface disabled. You must enable the interface the first time before attempting to connect.

  1. Enable the WiFi Press and hold the WiFi button on the rear of the unit for 2 seconds. Note that on early QuickQ Rack the WiFi button on the rear of the unit is labelled as 'recovery'. This button can be used in exactly the same way to toggle WiFi on/off. The LEDs on the front of the Rack will flash blue to indicate that it has been turned on or red to show it has been turned off.

  2. Scan the QR Code Use the Remote App to scan the QR Code supplied on a printed sheet with the Rack.

On the front of the QuickQ Rack is a WiFi indicator LED, the colour of the LED shows the current status of the rack WiFi.

  • Red - WiFi is disabled on the QuickQ Rack.

  • Green - WiFi is enabled on the unit but no device is connected.

  • Blue - WiFi is enabled and has an active connection to the QuickQ Remote App.

Powering On and Off

The QuickQ consoles and QuickQ Rack will power on when they are connected to the mains AC power.

To turn off, press and hold the Power button. Once off, turn on again by pressing the Power again.

First Run

The first run screen will be displayed if you have a new console or if the console has been factory reset.