Elation 60TM User manual

Rev. 10/06/2009 – visage Version 1.1

Design Wash LED 60™

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…………………………………………….………………… 4

d. Warranty Registration……………………………………………………..……. 5

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

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

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

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

6. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….……..12

a. Mounting Positions……………………………………………………………… 12

b. Mounting Points…………………………………………………………………. 13

c. Securing………………………………………………………………………….. 14

7. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………... 15

a. DMX Cable Requirements……..………………………………………………. 15

b. DMX Terminator…………………………………………………………………. 17

c. 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion……………………………………………………….17

8. Fixture Menu……………………………………………………………………………… 19

a. Menu functions………………………………………………………………….. 21

9. DMX Addressing..…………………………………………………………….. ………….29

10. Operation…………………………………………………………………………………..31

11. Working With Built-In Programs…………………………………………………………33

12. DMX Channel Traits…...….…………………………………………………………….. 36

a. DMX Channel Values…………………………………………………………… 37

13. Error Codes………………………………………………………………………………. 39

14. Cleaning and Maintenance……………………………………………………………… 40

15. Photometric Data………………………………………………………………………….41

16. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 42

17. Circuit Schematic………...……………………………………………………………….43

18. Warranty……………………………………………………………………………………44

19. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 46

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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 Design Wash LED 60,™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 Design Wash LED 60™by Elation

Professional®. Every Design Wash LED 60™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. Package contents included; 1 DMX cable, 1

safety cable, 1 omega clamp, warranty card, and this user manual. 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 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Voice: (323) 582-3322

Fax: (323) 832-9142

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

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yourself, doing so will void your manufactures warranty.

Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please save for return shipping in the

event service is ever needed or recycle the container whenever possible.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The Design Wash LED 60™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.

Epileptic Warning: Those suffering from epilepsy should avoid looking directly into the light

source at all times.

Never open this fixture while in use!

This device falls under protection-class 1. Therefore it is essential that the device be

grounded properly.

All electrical connections must be performed by qualified personal.

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.

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 Design Wash LED 60™is an extremely sophisticated piece

of electronic equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is

important to follow the guidelines in this manual. Elation 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 personnel

injuries and/or damage to the fixture.

3. Be sure to unplug the Design Wash LED 60™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 Design Wash LED 60™without suited safety aids such as

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

6. 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.

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

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

frayed.

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

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

•Pan 540° or 630˚ (User selectable) / Tilt 265°

•9˚ Beam Angle / 22˚ Field Angle

•60 x 3-Watt SSC LED Light Source – (22 x Red, 17 x Green, 15 x Blue, 6 x White)

•100,000 hours rated LED life

•Smooth additive RGBW color mixing, 16.7 million colors

•Flicker-free operation for television and film

•Low power consumption

•3 operation mode: DMX controlled, stand alone or sound activated

•Strobe effect: 0~18 flashes per second or random strobe

•0%~100% Dimming (two dimming options; linear & standard)

•Electronic menu display

•Control board with full LCD character display and foil-keyboard

•RDMX (Remote DMX addressing from any DMX console)

•Auto test for all functions

•Automatic Pan/Tilt Correction

•USITT DMX-512 Complaint (3-pin and 5-pin DMX Connections)

•Value of each DMX-channel can be displayed

•Minimal heat emission

•Maintenance free operation

•Preprogrammed colored macros

•Electronic power supply (100v~240V 50/60Hz)

•7 built-in programs accessed via DMX-controller or manually

•Built-in DMX recorder - via the control board or external controller, up to 64 scenes

can be saved and then can be run in Stand Alone or sound activated.

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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

do so.

This fixture was designed for indoor use only.

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 0.5 meter (about 1.5ft).

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

suspended environment always be sure 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.

When using the quick release “Omega” cam-lock system, be sure the four quick lock

fasteners are locked in the quick lock holes correctly.

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 operations by nonprofessionals.

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

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5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW

1. LED Assembly

2. Yoke Assembly

3. Base

4. Carrying Handle

5. LCD Menu Display

6. Menu Button

7. Up Button

8. Down Button

9. Enter Button

10. Control Board Assembly

11. Cooling/Fan Assembly

12. 3-Pin DMX Output

13. Battery On/Off Button

14. 3-Pin DMX Input

15. Fuse Holder

16. Power Cord

17. 5-Pin DMX Output

18. 15-Pin DMX Input

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1. LED Assembly – 60 Philips Rebel LEDs comprise the LED assembly. 22 Red, 17

Green, 15 Blue, and 6 White.

2. Yoke Assembly – This assembly consist of the electronics and motors that control the

tilt movement as well as the LED operation.

3. Base Assembly – The base assembly holds and protects all the relative electronics.

Avoid bruit force to base as this may seriously effect the operation of this fixture.

4. Carrying Handle – Please use this intergraded handled to move the fixture form

location to location. Never carry the fixture by the head.

5. LCD Menu Display - 4-segment menu display. Used to display the DMX address as

well as all other menu functions.

6. Menu Button - This button is used to access the menu functions.

7. Up Button – The up button is used to toggle forward through the menu functions and

settings.

8. Down Button – The down button is used to toggle backwards through the menu

functions and settings.

9. Enter Button – The enter button is used to enter in to a certain menu function or to lock

a function into memory.

10. Control Board Assembly – The control board assembly consist of the LCD menu

display, the menu function buttons.

11. Cooling /Fan Assembly – The back of the head consist of the fan and cooling fin

assembly. To prevent the fixture from overheating, never block the back of the head

during normal operation.

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