ChamSys MagicQ Training: Austin, TX: July 2026: Level 1 (2 day course)

Beginner to intermediate training over 2 days. All course materials, consoles, and equipment during training are included in the price.

Note:

The event runs from 10 AM to 5 PM on both days. Lunch is included in the price and provided both days.

Consoles are shared, two people per console.

We may not cover all topics. We aim to cover as many topics as possible.

1. MagicQ Buttons, Windows, and Layouts

2. Getting Started with MagicQ

• Setting up DMX outputs
• Patching

3. Editing

• Include & Update
• Record Merge Current Cue
• Record Merge Multiple Cues

4. Using Dimmers

• Patching Dimmers and Fixtures
• Setting Channel Levels in the Programmer
• Selecting Heads

5. Head Control & Palettes

• Defaults & Locate
• Recording Palettes

6. Playback Options

• Cue Stack Options
• Add / Swap
• Default Playbacks
• Blind Mode & Clear

7. Group Masters

8. Theatre Programming

• Move When Dark
• Mark Cues

9. Time-code & Scheduled Events

10. File Management

• Merging Shows
• File Manager

11. Execute Window

12. Pixel Mapping

13. Macros and Automation

14. Networking and Artnet, multi-console and tracking backups. Introduction only.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Olden Lighting, 9503 Brown Lane, Austin, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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