Elation Color Tone 50 Installation instructions

7/07/2010-visage Ver 1.1

Color Tone 50

Elation Professional

6122 S. Eastern Ave

Los Angeles, Ca 90040

www.elationlighting.com

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CONTENTS

1. General Information……………………………………………………………………… 4

a. Introduction………………………………………………………………………. 4

b. Unpacking………………………………………………………..…………..… 4

c. Customer Support…………………………………………….………………… 5

d. Warranty Registration……………………………………………………..…… 4

2. Safety Instructions………………………………………………………........…………. 6

3. Features……………………………………………………………………………………7

4. General Guidelines………………………………………………………………………. 8

5. Fixture Overview…………………………………………………………………………. 9

6. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….……. 10

a. Mounting Points…………………………………………………………………. 10

b. Mounting Positions……………………………………………………………… 11

c. Securing………………………………………………………………………….. 12

7. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………... 13

a. Data Cable Requirements...…………………………………………………….13

b. DMX Connections…………………………………………………….………….14

c. DMX Terminator………………………………………………………………….14

d. 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion……………………………………………………….15

8. Fixture Menu……………………………………………………………………………… 17

9. DMX Addressing…………………………………………………………………………. 23

10. Operation…………………………………………………………………………………..25

11. Working with Built-In Programs………………………………………………………… 27

12. DMX Channel Traits…………………………………………………………………….. 30

a. DMX Channel Values…………………………………………………………… 31

13. Cleaning and Maintenance………………………………………………………………34

14. Photometric Data………………………………………………………………………… 35

15. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 37

16. Circuit Schematic………...……………………………………………………………….38

17. Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………...39

18. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 41

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION: Congratulations, you have just purchased one of the most innovative and

reliable lighting fixtures on the market today! The Color Tone 50,™ has been designed to

perform reliably for years when the guidelines in this booklet are followed. Please read and

understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting to

operate this unit. These instructions contain important information regarding safety during

use and maintenance.

UNPACKING: Thank you for purchasing the Color Tone 50™ by Elation Professional®.

Every Color Tone 50™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect

operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred

during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your unit for damage

and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit have arrived intact. In the event

damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our customer support team for

further instructions. Please do not return this unit to your dealer without first contacting

customer support at the number listed below.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Elation Professional®provides a customer support line, to provide

set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up

or initial operation. You may also visit us on the web at www.elationlighting.com for any

comments or suggestions. For service related issue please contact Elation Professional®.

Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Voice: (323) 582-3322

Fax: (323) 582-3108

E-mail: [email protected]

Forum: www.ElationLighting.com/forum

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to

rain or moisture.

Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs

yourself, doing so will void your manufactures warranty.

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Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please recycle whenever possible.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The Color Tone 50™ carries a two year (730 days) limited

warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned

service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a

return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be clearly written on the outside

of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A. number must

also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping container. If the unit is

under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. Items returned

without a R.A. number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be refused and

returned at customer’s expense. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting customer

support at (323) 582-3322.

Never open this fixture while in use!

During the initial operation of this fixture, a light smoke or smell may emit from the interior of

the fixture. This is a normal process and is caused by excess paint in the interior of the

casing burning off from the heat associated with the LED lamp and will decrease gradually

over time.

This device falls under protection-class I. Therefore it is essential that the device be

grounded properly.

All electrical connections should be performed by a qualified electrician.

Be sure the available voltage matches the voltage requirements of the unit.

Be sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged. If the power cord is damaged, replace

it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.

Always disconnect from main power before performing any type of service or any cleaning

procedure.

Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the wire portion of

the cord.

Please be aware that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not

subject to warranty.

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The Color Tone 50™ is an extremely sophisticated piece of

electronic equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is

important to follow the guidelines in this manual. The

manufacturer of this device will not accept responsibility for

damages resulting from the misuse of this fixture due to the

disregard of the information printed in this manual.

1. Always be sure that the fan and the air inlets remain clean and are never blocked.

Allow about 6” (15cm) between this fixture and other devices or a wall to allow for

proper cooling.

2. Never touch the fixture during normal operation. This can cause severe personal

injuries and/or damage to the fixture.

3. Be sure to unplug the COLOR TONE 50™ from the power outlet before performing

any service related issues.

4. Never look directly into the light source. You risk injury to your retina, which may

induce blindness.

5. For safe operation, follow the Installation guide described in chapter two of this

manual. Operating the COLOR TONE 50™ without suited safety aids such as

safety cables or clamps can increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.

6. Installation should only be performed by qualified and certified personal.

7. When mounting this fixture, use only the original rigging parts included with this

fixture. Any structural modification will void the original manufactures warranty and

may increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.

8. To reduce the risk of fire or shock, do not expose this fixture to rain or moisture.

9. Do not attempt to operate this fixture if the power cord has become damaged or

frayed.

Important Notice: Damages resulting from the disregard of safety and general user

instructions found in this user manual are not subject to any warranty claims.

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3. FEATURES

• Upgradable Firmware via Elation E-Loader Programming Device

• Light Source: Philips Lexel Led Module

• Convection Cooled – No Fans (Silent Operation)

• 2 DMX Channel Modes: 3 and 7

• Selectable Color Temperature from 2700K to 6500K

• Linear electronic dimmer from 0% ~100%

• Strobe effect with 1-18 flashes per second and pulse effect

• 3 selectable operation modes:

oDMX controlled,

oStand alone

oSound activated

•Dimmer intensity from 0%~100%

•User Selectable Voltage (Internal Taps)

•Control board with 4-digit display and foil-keyboard

•180˚ Rotating Display

•RDMX (Remote DMX addressing from any DMX console)

•Auto test for all functions

•USITT DMX-512 Complaint

•Value of each DMX-channel can be displayed

•8 User Assignable Program Presets - Internal Program: Edit and save programs to

the incorporated EEPROM through the front control panel or external controller; you

can save a maximum of 48 scenes, and run the saved programs by using the “run”

menu on the front control panel

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4. GENERAL GUIDELINES

This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for use on stage, in nightclubs, in

theatres, etc. Do not attempt operation or installation without a proper knowledge on how to

so.

This fixture was designed for indoor use only, use of this fixture outside will void

manufactures warranty.

Consistent operational breaks may ensure that the fixture will function properly for many

years to come.

Do not shake the fixture around. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.

While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the fixture will not be exposed to

extreme heat, moisture or dust. The minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat

surface should be at least .5 meter (about 1.5ft).

Always install the fixture with an appropriate safety cable. When installing the fixture in a

suspended environment always be to use mounting hardware no less than M10 x 25 mm,

also be sure the hardware is insert in the pre-arranged screw holes in the base of the fixture.

Do not attempt to operate this fixture until you have familiarized yourself with its functions.

Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating this type of theatrical fixture;

most damages are the result of operation by nonprofessionals.

Please use the original packaging to transport the fixture in for service.

If the device has been exposed to temperature changes due to environmental changes, do

not switch it on immediately. The arising internal condensation could damage the device.

Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.

If the external flexible cable or cord of this fixture is damaged, it shall be exclusively replaced

by the manufacturer or an authorized service agent or a similar qualified person in order to

avoid a hazard.

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5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW

1) Lens

2) Angle Set Screw

3) Hanging Bracket

4) Mode/esc button

5) Up Button

6) Down Button

7) Enter Button

8) 4-Segment Display

9) 5-Pin DMX Out

10) 5-Pin DMX In

11) 3-Pin DMX Out

12) 3-Pin DMX In

13) Safety Cable Hook

14) Power Output

15) Power Input/Fuse

16) Power Switch

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6. MOUNTING and INSTALLATION

Cautions:

For added protection mount fixtures in areas outside walking paths, seating areas, or in

areas were a fixture might be reached by unauthorized personal.

Before mounting the fixture to any surface, make sure that the installation area can hold a

minimum point load of 10 times the device’s weight.

Fixture installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment, such as an

appropriate safety cable (see page 12).

To avoid injury, never stand directly below the device when mounting, removing, or servicing

the fixture.

CAUTION!

While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the

fixture will not be exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust. The

minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat surface

should be at least .5 meter (about 1.5ft).

Mounting points

Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating

working load limits, a fine knowledge of the installation material being used, and periodic

safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture. If you lack these qualifications, do

not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.

Refer to regulations BGV C1 (formerly VBG 70) and DIN VDE0711-217

for proper installation in Europe To ensure proper installation, only

qualified staff should attempt installation.

Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before connecting the main

power cord to the appropriate wall outlet.

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