gregog Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Morning All, I'm experiencing a couple of problems with the ETC remote focus app on ipad. Wondered if anyone has experienced similar problem (have seen a very old post on here, but no solution) and/ or if anyone knows of any reasonable alternatives? I'm currently using an ETC GIO with iRFR BTS. I have control of units, which isn't a problem. However, when focussing if I turn a light on, focus it and then turn it off to turn the next one on. It brings both lights up. The further along I go - say I focus 20 lights, by the end all 20 lights will turn on with the new selection. Command line is clear - so it doesn't make any sense to me? The app hasn't been updated since 2012 - which seems a little surprising to me! I would also LOVE to have control of the subs. I know this isn't supported in ETC's app - but does anyone know if they plan to include it, or of an app that does? Many thanks in advance,Gregog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alistermorton Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Can't shed any light on the first problem but with regards to controlling sub's take a look at oscRFR which gives you a complete face panel, direct selects and fader set. A friend of mine has used it and rates it as worth the money Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gregog Posted September 16, 2016 Author Share Posted September 16, 2016 Magic. Thank you, I will take a look into it! I must admit, I do find it a little odd that ETC aren't (seemingly) providing updates, much has changed in 4 years! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alistermorton Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Yes but I suppose *RFR does /just/ enough for focussing. The strand riggers remote we had was comprehensive enough to just about plot a show on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ynot Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Are you using the iRFR in ive mode...?From memory you hold the M button on the pad and touch LIVE. That should stop what you're experiencing if it's what I think it is. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alistermorton Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Are you thinking it's in channel check mode by mistake? I've not seen /that/ behaviour so didn't make the connection although Chan Chk mode does make the remote a bit odd if you forget it's on so you may be on to something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyro_gearloose Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 I tried using the iRFR remote with our Element a couple of years ago but found it too limiting. Recently I've been using TouchOSC on my iPad and its much, much nicer to use. I use it primarily for setting up our movers as I can walk around the stage/auditorium and set up focus positions much more easily I can when sat behind the desk. I'm guessing that since ETC have started supporting OSC, theres no need for them to maintain their own iPad/Android remote software when anyone can now create their own remote interface. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard Posted September 18, 2016 Share Posted September 18, 2016 That definitely sounds like channel check mode. You can control subs from irfr as well - hold down M and select Playback and you should see the buttons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ynot Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 I was looking for the Touch OSC app the other day and couldn't find one that was specific to the ETC software - is that a generic type of control or am I looking in the wrong place...?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peza2010 Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 I was looking for the Touch OSC app the other day and couldn't find one that was specific to the ETC software - is that a generic type of control or am I looking in the wrong place...?? Touch OSC is a generic app that you can easily build to do what you want. Someone may have already built a layout your after though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thelxbloke Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 This one is specific to eos family oscRFR and is apparently the best one about. I've yet to hand over my cash yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alistermorton Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 Friend of mine has bought it and thinks it's great. I'm yet to give it a whirl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyro_gearloose Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Hmmm... Seems quite expensive. TouchOSC from Hexler only costs about five quid, and there are a few free overlays that do exactly what oscRFR does. I should know as I created one of them. Edit: If anyone wants the OSC overlay that I've made just send me a message and I'll email it to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alistermorton Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 I've had a with play with the overlay Mark has put together and its rather good. Thanks, Mark, and I'd definitely say for the 4 quid touchOSC costs it's worth a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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