Elation Design LED 36 Tri-Brick User manual

Rev. 11/17/06

Design LED 36

Elation Professional™

4295 Charter Street

Los Angeles, Ca 90058

www.elationlighting.com

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TABLE OF CONTENS

CONTENTS

1. General Information……………………………………………………………………… 3

a. Introduction………………………………………………………………………. 3

b. Unpacking………………………………………………………..…………..… 3

c. Customer Support…………………………………………….………………… 3

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

2. Safety Instructions………………………………………………………........…………. 5

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

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

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

6. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….……. 11

a. Mounting Positions……………………………………………………………… 11

b. Mounting Points…………………………………………………………………. 12

c. Securing………………………………………………………………………….. 13

7. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………... 14

a. DMX Connections………………………………………………………………. 14

b. DMX Terminator…………………………………………………………………. 15

c. 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion………………………………………………………. 16

d. Understanding DMX Addressing.……………………………………………… 16

8. Manual Operation….…………………………………………………………………….. 17

9. DMX Operation…….…………………………………………………………………….. 19

a. DMX Channel Values (6 Channel Mode)…………………………………….. 19

b. DMX Channel Values (3 Channel Mode)…………………………………….. 21

c. DMX Dipswitch Chart…………………………………………………………… 23

10. Cleaning and Maintenance……………………………………………………………… 24

11. Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………... 25

12. Photometric Data………………………………………………………………………… 27

13. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 28

14. Circuit Schematic………...………………………………………………………………. 29

15. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 30

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION

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

reliable LED fixtures on the market today! The DESIGN LED 36,™ 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 LED 36™ by Elation Professional®.

Every DESIGN LED 36™ 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 fixture

for damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the fixture have arrived intact.

In the event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our customer

support team for further instructions. Inside the box you should find: the fixture, a DMX XLR

cable, a safety cable, and this 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 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

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yourself. Doing so will void your manufactures warranty.

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

WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The DESIGN LED 36™ 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.

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To guarantee proper and consistent operation, it is important to

follow the guidelines in this manual. Elation Professional 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.

3. Never look directly into the lamp beam. You risk injury to your retina, which

may induce blindness.

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

manual. Operating the Design LED 36™ without suited safety aids such as

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

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

6. When mounting this fixture, use only the original rigging points 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. Never open this fixture while in use.

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

device be grounded properly.

11.All electrical connections must performed by qualified personal.

12.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

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damaged, replace it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.

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

any cleaning procedure.

14.Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the

wire portion of the cord.

15.Please be aware that damages caused by manual modifications to the

device are not subject to warranty.

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.

Never look directly into the light source,

as sensitive persons may suffer an epileptic shock.

Never touch the device during operation!

The housing may heat up

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3. FEATURES

• Low power consumption

• Minimal heat emission

• Maintenance free operation

• Equipped with 36 one-watt LEDs: (12 red, 12 blue, 12 green)

• High power LEDs manufactured by Lumileds, USA

• 50,000 hours plus, LED life

• Step less RGB color changing

• Strobe-effect with a maximum flash rate of 18fps

• DMX-controlled operation or stand-alone operation with Master/Slave-function

• 8 built-in programs can be called up via DMX-controller

~ 48 preprogrammed scenes per a program

• Sound-controlled via built-in microphone

• 6 DMX-channel or 3 DMX-channel operation

• DMX-control via standard DMX-controller

• Flicker-free operation for television and film

• Compact design: fits in 12” box truss

• Brilliant light output

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4. GENERAL GUIDELINES

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

theatres, and other types of architectural installations. Do not attempt operation or

installation without a proper knowledge on how to do so.

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

manufacture’s warranty.

Consistent operational breaks will 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 fixture.

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 appropriately rated 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 only inserted in the yoke’s mounting holes.

Do not attempt to operate this fixture until you have familiarized yourself with all of its

functions.

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

Most damages are the result of improper operation.

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

For your own safety, please read this user manual carefully before installing the device.

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5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW

1. Venting Slots – These slots are designed to keep the fixture cool during operation.

Never block these slots. Keep these slots clean at all times.

2. Exterior Housing – The exterior housing is constructed of rugged polymer material.

3. Hanging Bracket – The unit uses a unique sectional bracket that allows the unit to be

1. Venting Slots

2. Exterior Housing

3. Hanging Bracket

4. Diffusion Lens

5. LED Assembly

6. Power Cord

7. On/Off Switch

8. DMX In Jack

9. DMX Out Jack

10.Fuse Holder Housing

11.Dipswitch Assembly

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