Techni-Lux | PRO Series | IL-TRACKER575S/1 Manual

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IL-TRACKER575S/1

This manual contains important information.

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© 2005 Techni-Lux Inc.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Save original packing and documentation for warranty, service and return issues.

Limited Warranty: This warranty covers defects or malfunctions in this equipment. This warranty lasts for a period of one year from date of purchase. It is the owner’s responsibility to provide invoices for proof of purchase, purchase date and dealer or distributor. If purchase date can not be provided, warranty period will start at manufacture date. It is the sole discretion of Techni-Lux to repair or replace parts or equipment. All shipping will be paid by purchaser. This warranty does not cover lamps, fuses, belts, power semiconductors, relays, cleaning, standard maintenance adjustments or normal wear items or any problem resulting from the following: improper wiring, incorrect voltage (including low or over voltage conditions and lightning), abuse, misuse, improper maintenance or an act of God or damage resulting from shipping. Warranty will be null and void if the product is altered, modified, misused, damaged, or subjected to unauthorized repairs. Lamps are covered by relevant manufacturer warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Any liability for consequential and incidental damages is expressly disclaimed. No other warranty, expressed or implied is made. Techni-Lux liability in all events is limited to, and shall not exceed, the purchase price paid.

Returning equipment and Repairs: All returns must be accompanied by a Return Merchandise

Authorization (RMA) number and sent pre-paid. Contact the dealer or Techni-Lux directly to obtain an

RMA. The RMA number must be clearly listed on the shipping label. Due care must be exercised in packing all merchandise to be returned. All repairs must be accompanied by a written explanation of the claimed problem or error encountered. Techni-Lux is solely responsible for determining a product’s eligibility for coverage under warranty. If returning for consideration of credit, all accessories and documentation, original protective material and cartons must be included and the equipment, packing and carton must be in new resalable condition. Credit for returned merchandise will be issued at the lowest current price and is subject to a restocking fee of 20%. No returns accepted on discontinued items. Techni-Lux is not responsible for merchandise damaged in transit and reserves the right to refuse any return that is damaged by the carrier, not accompanied by a Return Authorization Number (RMA#) or sent by freight collect.

Claims: All claims must be made within seven (7) days of receipt of merchandise. Any physical damage must be reported to carrier upon receipt of merchandise.

Please record the following information for future reference:

Model Number: IL-TRACKER575S/1

Serial Number: ________________________________________

Dealer: ______________________________________________

Date of Purchase: ______________________________________ www.Techni-Lux.com

10779 Satellite Boulevard

Orlando, FL 32837

U.S.A.

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Table of Contents

Specifications .............................................................................................................................5

Fixture Overview .......................................................................................................................5

Physical.....................................................................................................................................5

Lamp Source.............................................................................................................................5

Environmental ...........................................................................................................................6

Electrical ...................................................................................................................................6

Control ......................................................................................................................................6

Optics........................................................................................................................................6

Gobo / Color Size......................................................................................................................6

Rigging ......................................................................................................................................6

Unit Parts.....................................................................................................................................7

Unpacking ...................................................................................................................................8

Power...........................................................................................................................................9

Voltage Selection ......................................................................................................................9

Lamp ..........................................................................................................................................10

Lamp Installation .....................................................................................................................10

Lamp Alignment ......................................................................................................................11

Mounting ...................................................................................................................................11

Data Link DMX-512 ...................................................................................................................12

Data Terminator ......................................................................................................................12

Adapter 5-to-3 pin ...................................................................................................................12

Control Panel Menu ..................................................................................................................13

Start Address ............................................................................................................................13

Example ..................................................................................................................................13

DMX-512 Channels ...................................................................................................................14

CH 1-4 : Pan / Tilt Movement ..................................................................................................14

CH 5 : Movement Speed Pan/Tilt..........................................................................................15

CH 6 : Control Reset/Lamp ...................................................................................................15

CH 7 : Focus .........................................................................................................................15

CH 8 : Color Wheel 1 ............................................................................................................16

CH 9 : Color Wheel 2 ............................................................................................................17

CH 10 : Prism..........................................................................................................................17

CH 11 : Fixed Gobo Wheel .....................................................................................................18

CH 12 : Rotating Gobo Wheel.................................................................................................18

CH 12 : Rotating Gobo Wheel.................................................................................................19

CH 13 : Gobo Rotation & Index...............................................................................................19

CH 14 : Iris ..............................................................................................................................20

CH 15 : Zoom..........................................................................................................................20

CH 16 : Shutter .......................................................................................................................20

CH 17 : Dimmer ......................................................................................................................20

Photometric Charts ..................................................................................................................21

Installing Gobos........................................................................................................................22

DMX-512 Background...............................................................................................................23

Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................24

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................25

Wiring Diagram .........................................................................................................................26

Accessory Items .......................................................................................................................27

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Specifications

Fixture Overview

• Pan range of movement: 530 degrees

• Tilt range of movement: 280 degrees

• High resolution 16 Bit Pan/Tilt movement for accurate positioning

• Pan/Tilt motor speed

• Consistent & auto correcting Pan/Tilt positioning

• Color wheel with 9 dichroic colors plus open

• Color wheel with continuous rotation for rainbow effect

• Additional color wheel with 9 dichroic colors plus open

• Remote lamp on and off

• Remote

• UV black light effect

• 3-facet rotating prism, variable speed in both directions

• Static effect/gobo wheel with 9 gobos plus open

• Gobo wheel with 6 rotating, indexable and interchangeable gobos plus open

• Gobo wheel with continuous rotation

• Remote selection of stepped zoom degrees: 15°, 18°, 22°

• Motorized

• Motorized

• Variable shutter for strobing effects and quick blackouts

• Motorized dimmer from 0 to 100%

• Control via DMX512 using 3 pin In/Out XLRs

• Uses 17 Channels of DMX

• Digital display for DMX addressing and fixture settings

• Ventilation via forced air

• Anti-reflective coated glass optics

• High efficiency parabolic glass reflector

• Lamp: CSR575/2SE or MSR575/2

• Luminous output: 49,000 Lux

Physical

Weight

Gross Weight

Lamp Source

Lamp Type in cm)

91 lbs (41.3 kg)

103 lbs (46.7 kg)

575w Metal Halide Discharge

Lamps

Lamp Specs

GE - CSR575/2SE or Phillips - MSR575/2

575w, 1000 Hour, 7200°K Color Temp, 49000 Lumens

Ballast Magnetic

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Environmental

Maximum ambient temperature

Maximum exterior surface temperature

Minimum distance to flammable surface

Minimum distance to illuminated surface

Electrical

Factory Setting

Selectable Voltages

Rated Power

Fuses

Control

105°F (40°C)

176°F (80°C)

3.3ft (1m)

4ft (1.2m)

120v 60Hz

100v / 115v / 208v / 220v @ 50 or 60Hz

850W, 7A @ 120v

15A Time Delay (Slow) Size: ¼” x 1¼”

Pan / Tilt Resolution 16 bit

Data I/O 3 Pin XLR (Cannon)

Optics

Reflector

Zoom

High efficiency Dichroic coated Parabolic

15°, 18°, 22° Stepped, Selectable Focus Correction

Gobo / Color Size

Rigging

Position

Mounting Points

Clamp Orientation

Floor or Truss mount

2

0°, 90°, 180°, 270°

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Unit Parts

1 - Moving head

2 - Yoke

3 - Carry handles

4 - Base

Rear panel:

5 - Power switch

6 - DMX output

7 - DMX input

8 - Power cord

9 - Fuse holder

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Front panel:

10 - Mode-button

11 - Enter-button

12 - Up-button

13 - Down-button

14 - Display

Unpacking

Immediately upon receipt, carefully unpack and inspect the fixture to verify that all parts are present and have been received in good condition. If any parts appear damaged from shipping or the shipping carton shows signs of mishandling, retain all packing material for inspection and notify the shipper immediately. Save all original packing and carton. In the event that the merchandise is to be returned, the original carton and packing must be used. The customer will be billed for a new carton and packing if merchandise is received without the original carton and packing. The plastic bag shipped with the fixture can be used to keep the fixture clean if stored or installed in a temporarily dusty environment. Do not operate fixture with plastic bag in place.

Save Shipping Materials

The packing and carton are designed to provide the fixture with protection during shipping. Save original packing and documentation for warranty, service and return issues. Additional charges will be applied to return items not received in original or incomplete packing.

Claims

Physical damage must be reported to the Freight Carrier or Shipping Company upon receipt of merchandise. Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the Freight

Carrier or Shipping Company. It is the customer's obligation in the event that merchandise is received damaged caused by shipping to notify the Freight Carrier or

Shipping Company immediately. All other claims not related to damage incurred during shipping must be made to the Dealer or Distributor within 7 (seven) days of receiving merchandise.

Returns

Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid, in the original packing with a Return

Merchandise Authorization number (RMA) clearly listed on the shipping label. Items sent by Freight Collect or without a RMA number will be refused. Call your sales person and request a RMA prior to shipping. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the nature of the return. Shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. Customer will be charged additional shipping charges to return products received in non original packing and or cartons.

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Power

Do not apply power to the fixture until input voltage setting and power source are verified.

For protection against electric shock, fixture must be connected to suitable earth ground.

Make sure fixture is cool and disconnected from power mains before any service.

The listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions. All fixtures must be powered directly from a switched circuit. This fixture cannot be run on a rheostat or dimmer circuit even if used solely for a 0% to 100% switching. Before applying power to a fixture, check that the fixture’s input voltage matches the power source voltage. Consult a qualified electrician if there are any concerns about proper connection to power.

Cable (EU) Cable (US) Pin International

Brown

Light blue

Y ellow/Green

Black

White

Green

Live

Neutral

Earth

L

N

Voltage Selection

Make sure fixture is cool and disconnected from power mains before any service.

This fixture ships from the factory set for 115v 60Hz operation unless otherwise specified or marked. Before accessing the Transformer Connection, make sure fixture is cool and physically disconnected from power mains. Remove the metal cover that extends across the base from the Power Input to the Display. It is held by 9 Phillips screws. Two connections must be moved to adjust input voltage and one must be moved to adjust

Line Frequency.

Transformer Ballast

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Lamp

Make sure fixture is cool and disconnected from power mains before any service.

Do not touch the lamp glass with bare fingers. Wear eye protection when handling lamp.

When operating, always allow the lamp to cool at least 5 minutes before attempting to re-strike the lamp. Not doing so can cause damage to the fixture and lamp. This fixture uses a 575w

Metal Halide Discharge lamp. Either a CSR575/2SE from GE or a MSR575/2 from Phillips can be fitted. Both lamps have an average rated life of 1000 hours. The lamp manufacturer determines the rated lamp life under specific test conditions. Factors such as the number of strikes, lamp orientation, line voltage and lamp temperature all affect the actual number of hours a lamp will operate. Lamp temperature is the most controllable and with routine cleaning and maintenance, can be kept in the optimal range to allow the maximum possible life. As Discharge lamps age, the glass envelope becomes weaker increasing the chance of failure due to the high internal pressures. Rupture could result in damage to the fixture and/or injure people nearby.

Lamp manufacturers state operating a lamp beyond its rated number of hours constitutes a considerable risk for lamp rupture. Lamp manufacturers recommend lamps be replaced once the rated life of a lamp has been reached.

Lamp Installation

1. Physically disconnect fixture from power mains.

2. Locate the Lamp Cover. Do not proceed until the Lamp Cover is cool to touch.

3. Remove the 3 fastening screws labeled X, Y and Z.

4. Carefully draw out Lamp Cover and lamp. Remove old lamp (if installed). Never handle lamps with bare hands. Dispose of lamp properly.

Lamp cover

3 phillips screws "X,Y,Z"

5. Insert new lamp into socket. Ensure lamp is properly seated.

6. Carefully replace Lamp Cover and lamp. Ensure that lamp wires are not pinched or in contact with the lamp when the Lamp Cover is fully installed.

7. Replace the 3 fastening screws labeled X, Y and Z.

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Lamp Alignment

Due to slight variations between lamps it may be necessary to perform fine adjustments to remove excessively dark or bright spots in the output field. The lamp holder is aligned at the factory, large adjustments to the alignment will not be necessary. Excessively bright spots can damage optical components.

1. Apply power to the fixture.

2. Using a controller, strike the lamp with shutter and dimmer to 100% and project an open white beam on a flat neutral colored surface.

3. Center the bright spot of the beam using the Adjustment Screws A, B and C.

4. After centering the bright spot of the beam, turn each Adjustment screw ¼ turn either all clock wise or all counter clock wise until the projected beam is as evenly bright as possible.

3 adjustment screws "A,B,C"

Mounting

Always consult a qualified professional when rigging. This fixture may be placed on any flat surface or truss that is capable of safely supporting the weight. When selecting a mounting position, take into consideration access for routine maintenance. This fixture may be mounted in any position provided there is adequate room for movement and ventilation. Mount the fixture securely using two mounting clamps and a safety cable. An Eye Bolt is provided for safety attachment. Safety cables must always be attached to the fixture. Do not use handles as secondary mounting points. Do not mount in a place where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation. Do not obstruct the vents or fans. Keep fixture a minimum of 3.3ft (1m) from flammable materials.

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Data Link DMX-512

For data, this fixture uses 3 pin XLR (Cannon) type connectors and shielded twisted pair cable approved for EIA-422/EIA485 use. Fixtures are connected in Daisy Chain topography with only one data source and no branching is allowed. Systems using 5 pin DMX interfaces can be accommodated by purchasing 3-to-5 pin adapters or building adapter cables.

DMX-IN DMX-OUT

XLR Connector - Plug: XLR Connector - Socket:

1

- Ground

2 - Signal (-)

3

- Signal (+)

1

2

- Ground

- Signal (-)

3

- Signal (+)

DMX512

120Ω

Data Terminator

A Data Terminator can be connected to the DATA OUT connection of the last fixture to reduce the effects of noise in the signal; it is not required for all installations. To make a Data Terminator, connect a

120-ohm ¼ watt resistor across pin 2, Data Negative (S-) and pin 3,

Data positive (S+). A qualified technician can determine if a Data

Terminator is needed.

Adapter 5-to-3 pin

Numbers designating each pin can be found on connectors. Converting between the two

XLR types is done in a pin-to-pin fashion. Connect the shields to pin 1, then connect pin

2 to pin 2 and pin 3 to pin 3. This is true for converting either 5 to 3 pin or 3 to 5 pin regardless of either connector’s gender. Pins 4 and 5 are not used on the 5 pin XLR connectors.

5 Pin XLR (Socket)

Pin 1: GND(Sheild)

Pin 2: Signal(-)

Pin 3: Signal(+)

Pin 4: N/C

Pin 5: N/C

Pin XLR

Pin 1: GND(Sheild)

Pin 2: Signal(-)

Pin 3: Signal(+)

Pin ocket

Pin 2: Signal(-)

Pin 3: Signal(+)

)

Pin 1: GND(Sheild)

5 Pin XLR (Plug)

Pin 1: GND(Sheild)

Pin 2: Signal(-)

Pin 3: Signal(+)

Pin 4: N/C

Pin 5: N/C

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Control Panel Menu

Use the fixture’s Control Panel to access the Control Menu. The MODE Key moves between options, UP/DOWN selects the Action of the option and

Mode

ENTER confirms the selection. Settings are stored and recalled on subsequent power cycles.

Start Address

Function

DMX Start Address

Fixture Reset

Color Wheel 1 Movement Mode

Color Wheel 2 Movement Mode

Gobo Wheel Movement Mode

Working mode

Lamp ON/OFF

Action

No = Not Inverted

Yes = Inverted

No = Not Inverted

Yes = Inverted

Selectable 1 to 512

No = Default

Yes = Initiate Reset

No = Stepped Change

Yes = Linear Change

No = Stepped Change

Yes = Linear Change

No = Stepped Change

Yes = Linear Change

= DMX-512 mode

= Automatic Demo

On = Lamp on

Off = Lamp off

The Start Address of a fixture is set using the “Addr” mode in the Control Panel Menu. Consult the manual of the system’s DMX512 controller to select a desirable addressing scheme before addressing fixtures. Each fixture connected to the DMX-512 data link requires a Start Address to indicate the first DMX channel containing data designated for that fixture, see DMX-512

Background. Valid Start Addresses range from 1 to 512. Fixtures requiring more than one channel for control will read subsequent channels up to the total number of channels required.

A fixture requiring five (5) channels of DMX, set to a Start Address of eleven (11), would read data from channels: 11 and 12, 13, 14, 15. The next logical Start Address would be channel

16. Because all fixtures see the same data, fixtures may be set to any address without concern to order in the DMX-512 chain or physical location. Choose a Start Address so the channels used do not overlap with other fixtures. In some cases, it may be desirable to set two or more same type fixtures to the same Start Address. In this case, the fixtures will be slaved together and respond to the same data.

Example

Select Start Addresses for 4 fixtures each requiring 17 channels of DMX.

Since these are the first fixtures added to the system, the first unit will be set to Start

Address=1. This fixture occupies DMX channels 1 thru 17. The next DMX channel available for a Start Address is found by adding the previous fixture’s Start Address to its channel requirement: 1+17=18. DMX channel 18 is the next available Start Address. In this example, to maximize channel usage no empty channels are left between fixtures so the second Start Address is set to DMX channel 18. The second fixture occupies DMX channels 18 thru 34. Repeat the process for the remaining two fixtures: 18+17=35 and

35+17=52. Therefore, the four 17 channel fixtures have Start Addresses of 1, 18, 35 and

52. Repeat the technique once more for the first free channel in the system, 52+17=69.

Channels 69 thru 512 are available for expansion of the system.

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DMX-512 Channels

The Tracker 575 Spot requires 17 channels of DMX.

Channel Function

1

2

3

Pan Coarse Movement

Pan Fine Movement

Tilt Coarse Movement

4

5

Tilt Fine Movement

Movement Speed Pan/Tilt

7 Focus

8 Color Wheel 1

9 Color Wheel 2

10 Prism

11

12

13

Fixed Gobo Wheel

Rotating Gobo Wheel

Gobo Rotation & Index

14 Iris

15 Zoom

16 Shutter

17 Dimmer

CH 1-4 : Pan / Tilt Movement

The Pan and Tilt motors use a position feedback system. If the position of either is disturbed, the fixture will correct automatically. The Pan and Tilt Menu Modes can be used to alter the default direction of movement. Movement speed is either automatically determined by the fixture or manually set using Channel 5 Pan/Tilt Movement Speed.

Pan range is 530° of movement. Tilt range is 280° of movement.

CH 1 – Pan Coarse Movement (530°)

CH 2 – Pan Fine Movement

CH 3 – Tilt Coarse Movement (280°)

CH 4 – Tilt Fine Movement

DMX Value

0 – 255

Function

Movement - Minimum to Maximum

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CH 5 : Movement Speed Pan/Tilt

When set to zero (0) the fixture automatically determines the Pan/Tilt speed. Other values are used to set the movement speed manually.

CH 5 – Movement Speed Pan/Tilt

DMX Value Function

1-255 Fixed Speed - Fast to Slow

CH 6 : Control Reset/Lamp

Fixture reset and Lamp On/Off control is accessed from a single channel. The “No

Function” values provide buffer zones between functions and are not values to which the channel should be set. In the case of noisy faders or unintentional movement, the buffers will prevent slight variations in value to toggle Lamp states or start a fixture Reset.

CH 6 – Control Reset/Lamp

DMX Value Function

128-139 RESET then Lamp ON (3 second delay)

230-239 Lamp OFF (3 second delay)

CH 7 : Focus

Adjusts the focus of the projected image. When using both Gobo wheels, varying the

Focus can create many interesting effects.

CH 7 – Focus

DMX Value Function

0-255 Focus – Near to Far

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CH 8 : Color Wheel 1

Color Wheel 1 holds 9 solid colors. Bi-Color and Color Scroll effects can also be set and used in conjunction with Color Wheel 2 to create many color combinations.

CH 8 – Color Wheel 1

DMX Value Function

0-9 Open

10-19 Open/Red

20-29 Red

30-39 Red/Yellow

40-49 Yellow

50-59 Yellow/Magenta

60-69 Magenta

70-79 Magenta/Green

80-89 Green

90-99 Green/Orange

100-109 Orange

110-119 Orange/Blue

120-129 Blue

130-139 Blue/Pink

140-149 Pink

150-159 Pink/UV-Blacklight

160-169 UV-Blacklight

200-255 Rainbow Color Scroll – Slow to Fast

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CH 9 : Color Wheel 2

Color Wheel 2 holds 7 solid colors plus CTO and CTB color shifts. Bi-Color effects can be set and used in conjunction with Color Wheel 1 to create many color combinations.

CH 9 – Color Wheel 2

DMX Value Function

0-12 Open

13-25 Open / Lt. Red

39-51 Lt. Red / Lt. Yellow

65-77

91-103

Lt. Yellow / Lt. Purple

Lt. Purple / Lt. Green

117-129 Lt. Green / Lt. Orange

143-155 Lt. Orange / Blue

156-168 Blue

169-181 Blue / Lt. Blue

195-207

221-233

247-255

Lt. Blue / CTO (3200°K)

CTO (3200°K) / CTB (6000°K)

CTB (6000°K) / Open

CH 10 : Prism

The Prism effect uses a 3 facet prism to create multiple beams. The effect can be rotated in either direction at variable speeds.

CH 10 – Prism

DMX Value Function

0-4 Open

5-127

128-132

133-255

Prism w/ Rotation – CW, Slow to Fast

Prism w/o Rotation

Prism w/ Rotation – CCW, Slow to Fast

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CH 11 : Fixed Gobo Wheel

The Fixed Gobo Wheel contains 9 fixed gobos. In addition to the variable Vibrate and

Gobo Scroll modes, using both Gobo wheels and varying the Focus can create many interesting effects.

CH 11 – Fixed Gobo Wheel

DMX Value Function

0-9 Open

10-19 Fixed Gobo 1

20-29

30-39

40-49

Fixed Gobo 2

Fixed Gobo 3

Fixed Gobo 4

50-59

60-69

70-79

80-89

Fixed Gobo 5

Fixed Gobo 6

Fixed Gobo 7

Fixed Gobo 8

90-99

100-111

112-123

124-135

136-147

148-159

160-171

172-183

184-195

196-207

208-255

Fixed Gobo 9

Fixed Gobo 1 Vibrate - Slow to Fast

Fixed Gobo 2 Vibrate - Slow to Fast

Fixed Gobo 3 Vibrate - Slow to Fast

Fixed Gobo 4 Vibrate - Slow to Fast

Fixed Gobo 5 Vibrate - Slow to Fast

Fixed Gobo 6 Vibrate - Slow to Fast

Fixed Gobo 7 Vibrate - Slow to Fast

Fixed Gobo 8 Vibrate - Slow to Fast

Fixed Gobo 9 Vibrate - Slow to Fast

Fixed Gobo Scroll - Slow to Fast

3

2

1

4

5

0

6

9

8

7

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CH 12 : Rotating Gobo Wheel

The Rotating Gobo Wheel contains 6 replaceable gobos, 3 metal and 3 glass. The Gobo

Rotation & Index channel controls the position and rotation of the gobos. Using both

Gobo wheels and varying the Focus can create many interesting effects.

CH 12 – Rotating Gobo Wheel

DMX Value Function

0-36 Open

37-73 Rotating Gobo 1 (Metal)

74-110

111-147

148-184

185-221

222-255

Rotating Gobo 2 (Metal)

Rotating Gobo 3 (Metal)

Rotating Gobo 4 (Glass – Blue Field Random Dots)

Rotating Gobo 5 (Glass – Fire Texture Dichroic)

Rotating Gobo 6 (Glass – Clear Texture)

5

6

4

0

3

1

2

CH 13 : Gobo Rotation & Index

Rotating gobos can be rotated in either direction or indexed to a fixed orientation.

CH 13 – Gobo Rotation & Index

DMX Value Function

0-40

41-158

159-255

Indexed – 0 to 540°

Rotation – Slow to Fast

Rotation Reverse – Slow to Fast

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CH 14 : Iris

The Iris allows the diameter of the beam to be reduced.

CH 14 – Iris

DMX Value Function

0-255 Beam aperture – Large to Narrow

CH 15 : Zoom

The three step zoom feature of this fixture has two modes. The Focus Correction mode will make adjustments to help keep the image in focus when changing beam angles. The

No Focus Correction mode will not adjust the focus when changing beam angles.

CH 15 – Zoom

DMX Value Function

0-32 15° Beam Angle – No Focus Correction

33-65

66-98

18° Beam Angle – No Focus Correction

22° Beam Angle – No Focus Correction

128-170

171-213

214-255

15° Beam Angle – Focus Correction

18° Beam Angle – Focus Correction

22° Beam Angle – Focus Correction

CH 16 : Shutter

The Shutter functions in three modes. Standard Strobe Effect where the shutter

Opens/Closes at a fixed rate. Pulse Strobe Effect where the Open and Close speeds are different. Random Strobe Effect runs the shutter at irregular intervals.

CH 16 – Shutter

DMX Value Function

0-31 Closed (Black Out)

32-63 Open

64-95 Strobe Effect - Slow to Fast

96-131

132-159

160-191

192-223

Pause in current position

Pulse Strobe Effect - Slow to Fast

Pause in current position

Random Strobe Effect

224-255 Open

CH 17 : Dimmer

The dimmer is used to vary the intensity of the beam from full open to dark.

CH 17 – Dimmer

DMX Value Function

0-255 Intensity - Dark to Full Open

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Photometric Charts

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Installing Gobos

Make sure fixture is cool and disconnected from power mains before any service.

Do not touch gobos with bare fingers.

Care must be used when removing and replacing individual rotating gobos. Take precautions not to scratch or damage either the glass or metal gobos. The use of cotton gloves will keep finger prints off of gobos.

1. Remove fixtures covers to gain access to the gobo wheel. Physically rotate the Rotating

Gobo wheel to gain access to the selected gobo.

2. Locate the Retaining Clip that secures the gobo in the rotating bearing. Pull the ends of the clip toward the center of the bearing unit it releases from the retaining groove and can be withdrawn.

3. Carefully remove the spring and gobo.

4. Place the new gobo in the bearing. If the gobo is a textured effect, install the smooth side toward the lamp. If the gobo is a dichroic (glass litho), install with the coated side away from the lamp. To find the coated side, place a pointed object such as a small screw driver or pen against one side of the gobo. View at an angle such that the reflection of the pointed object can be seen on the surface of the gobo. The reflection will appear to meet the object on the coated side (place toward lamp) and on the uncoated side there will appear to be a slight gap between the reflection and the object.

5. Replace the clip making sure it is securely seated in the retaining groove. Be careful not to scratch gobos when reinstalling the Retaining Clip.

6. Clean finger prints from the gobo using a soft lint free cloth or tissue and either Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol.

Retaining Clip

Gobo

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DMX-512 Background

DMX-512 is a digital data transmission standard developed by the United States Institute for

Theater Technology (USITT). It is designed to enable control of lighting equipment, originally dimmers. DMX deals solely with the formatting of data for transmission and does not dictate how the data is created or used.

Under DMX, signals are transmitted in much the same way a computer modem transmits data.

The Data, divided in to channels, is "Framed" using a start bit, high (1), eight data bits and finally, two stop bits, both high (1). DMX uses no parity to check the integrity of the signal.

Instead, DMX relies on the ultra low probability of an error occurring in the same place when the data is resent. The rate at which data is sent is fixed at 250k bps, almost four and a half times faster that a 56k modem. This speed allows all data on a DMX chain to be updated more than

44 times every second.

The transmitted data follows a specific format. DMX allows for 512 channels each with eight data bits, giving each channel the possibility of 256 values. When a data "Packet" is sent, all channels are transmitted one after another. Even if the data on a specific channel has not been changed, it must be sent. In a packet, a "start code" of all zeros is sent before the data to identify the signal as a Standard DMX transmission. This start code is transparent to the user and is handled by the controller.

The physical signals are transmitted using a twisted pair of wires and a common shield, a configuration called Balanced. The controller and all receiving equipment are connected using a

“Daisy Chain" connection. The signal is jumped from the controller to a piece of DMX equipment. From there, the signal is jumped to the next piece of equipment and so on until the last piece of equipment is connected. No branches are allowed and the signal does not come back to the controller. The final piece of equipment will have only one cable connection. As a result, all equipment connected to the chain will see exactly the same signal whether it is first or last. When connecting equipment, no particular attention needs to be paid to the order in which the equipment is connected. Depending on the conditions and equipment, a line terminator may be required. If there is any question, in most circumstances the addition of a terminator will not degrade the signal. To make a terminator, add a 120-ohm resistor between the Signal Data

Negative and Signal Data Positive pins of a connector in the last piece of equipment in the chain.

The DMX Standard calls for connections between DMX compatible equipment to be made using

5 pin XLR connectors. However, it is common to see fixtures with 3 pin XLR connectors as these types of balanced or “Lo-Z” cables are common in the audio industry. In either case, pin numbers are the same and carry the same signals.

Pin 1 -

Pin 2 -

Pin 3 -

Signal Common (Shield)

Signal Data Negative

Signal Data Positive

- (not

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Maintenance

Make sure fixture is cool and disconnected from power mains before any service.

Do not touch the lamp glass with bare fingers. Wear eye protection when handling lamp

Weekly operating hours and environmental conditions will establish how often the fixtures need cleaning. Fixtures should be cleaned and inspected at least once a month to maintain optimum performance. Accumulation of dust and fog residue increases heat build up, can lead to malfunctions, overheating and reduction in maximum light output. This condition may cause undue stress on electronics, mechanical elements, reduce lamp life, fixture life and over all performance. Before conducting any maintenance, disconnect fixture from power mains.

1. Disconnect fixture from power mains.

2. Use a vacuum with a soft brush to remove dust collected on external vents and internal components. If using an air compressor, use low pressures and extreme care to prevent damaging any internal parts or effects.

3. Vacuum dust buildup from fan intakes and check that all fans function correctly.

4. Clean all optical elements when the fixture is cold. Use a soft lint free cotton cloth or tissue and either Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol. Any cleaner approved for coated eyeglass lenses will also work. Do not use any cleaner containing ammonia.

5. Inspect clamps and safety cables to ensure fixture is secure and safe.

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Troubleshooting

Symptom

No Power

Possible Cause / Solution

Check for power on mains

Check power switch

Check main fuse and fuse holder

No response to DMX Check data cables

Check Start Address

Check that fixture isn’t in the Demo mode

Incorrectly responds to DMX

(Diagnostic technique for DMX issues: Set suspect fixture’s Start Address the same as a correctly functioning fixture. If both units then function correctly, issue is programming)

No Lamp Power

Check Start Address

Check for overlapping addresses

Check fixture set up (Pan/Tilt Invert…)

Check Data cables (faults and proper wiring)

Bad or end of life lamp

Erratic operation

An effect wheel doesn’t go to correct position

Check DMX value for Control/Reset Lamp

Channel

Inspect fixture light path and verify no effects are blocking beam

Remove from DMX and check to see if lamp can be struck from Control Panel

Over temperature error – Tun Lamp off and allow fixture to cool then attempt to restrike the lamp. If this is the case, check all fans.

See “Incorrectly responds to DMX”

Check for properly wired DMX cables

Check for broken wires inside unit

Check for damaged Data transceiver IC.

Check sensor and magnet

Check belts (if applicable)

Check motor with no power, should be able to move easily.

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Wiring Diagram

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Accessory Items

Order Code Description

LCSR575/2SE-G Replacement Lamp GE CSR575/2, 575w, 1000 Hours, 7200K

LMSR575/2-P Replacement Lamp Phillips MSR575/2, 575w, 1000 Hours, 7200K

CLAMP-MEGA/B Clamp-Mega Black - Heavy Duty

CLAMP-CBHALF Coupler Half Cheeseborough

SAFETYCABLE1 Safety Cable Silver 30”

SAFETYCABLE2 Safety Cable Black 30”

SAFETYCABLE3 Safety Cable Black 18”

SAFETYCABLE4 Safety Cable Silver 18”

CA-XLR3/1

CA-XLR3/5

CA-XLR3/10

Pre-made 1’ 3-pin XLR Cable

Pre-made 5’ 3-pin XLR Cable

Pre-made 10’ 3-pin XLR Cable

CA-XLR3/20

CA-XLR3/50

CA-XLR3/100

CO-XLR3M

CO-XLR3F

CO-XLR5M

Pre-made 20’ 3-pin XLR Cable

Pre-made 50’ 3-pin XLR Cable

Pre-made 100’ 3-pin XLR Cable

XLR Connector 3-pin Male

XLR Connector 3-pin Female

XLR Connector 5-pin Male

CO-XLR5F XLR Connector 5-pin Female

CO-XLRTERM3 XLR 3 Pin Data Terminator

CO-XLR3MTO5F XLR 3 Pin Male to 5 Pin Female Adapter

CO-XLR5MTO3F XLR 5 Pin Male to 3 Pin Female Adapter

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