ETC HIGH END SYSTEMS SolaPix 37 User manual

High End Systems

SolaPix 37

Automated Luminaire User Manual

Version 1.1.2

Part Number: 2596M1200-1.1.2 Rev: C

Released: 2021-03

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents i

Introduction 1

Important Safety Information 1

Help from Technical Services 2

Safety Considerations 3

General Operation and Use Guidelines 5

Fixture Overview 6

Modular Control 7

Install the Fixture 8

Power 11

Input and Power Factor 11

Connector Specification 11

DMX Control 12

DMX Connector Pinout 12

Connect DMXCables to Fixture 12

Terminate DMX 13

Set the DMX Start Address 13

DMX Channels 13

Ethernet Control 14

Connect EthernetCables to a Fixture 14

Set the DMX Start Address 15

Set the Control Source and Universe 15

Configure the Fixture 16

Navigate the User Interface 16

Set Fixture Parameters 17

Address 17

Info Menu 21

Set Menu 23

Test Menu 26

Preset Menu 26

Error Codes 27

Maintenance 28

Clean the Fixture 28

Replace the Fuse 28

Compliance 29

FCC - Part 15 Class A 29

Declarations of Conformity 30

ii SolaPix 37 User Manual

Introduction 1

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the SolaPix 37 automated fixture. This manual provides

important information for the safe installation, configuration, and maintenance of your SolaPix

37 fixture.

Important Safety Information

Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating this equipment.

Continued and safe operation of this fixture is the responsibility of the operator. This manual will

give tips for that continued safe operation. At any time please contact Technical Services for any

safety concerns.

The following international note, caution, and warning symbols appear in margins throughout

this manual to highlight important messages.

Note:

Notes are helpful hints and information that is supplemental to the main text.

CAUTION:

Hot Surfaces. This statement indicates that while operating,

equipment surfaces may reach very high temperatures. Allow the fixture

to cool before handling or servicing.

CAUTION:

A Caution statement indicates situations where there may be

undefined or unwanted consequences of an action, potential for data loss or

an equipment problem.

WARNING: A Warning statement indicates situations where damage may

occur, people may be harmed, or there are serious or dangerous

consequences of an action

WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! This warning statement indicates

situations where there is a risk of electric shock.

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Please email comments about this manual to: TechComm@etcconnect.com.

2 SolaPix 37 User Manual

Help from Technical Services

If you are having difficulties and your problem is not addressed by this document, try the ETC

support website at support.etcconnect.com or the High End Systems product website at

etcconnect.com/Products/Live-Events. If none of these resources are sufficient, contact ETC

Technical Services directly at one of the offices identified below. Emergency service is available

from all offices outside of normal business hours.

When calling for help, take these steps first:

•

Prepare a detailed description of the problem

•

Go near the equipment for troubleshooting

•

Find your notification number if you have called in previously

ETC, Inc.

Americas

Technical Services Department

3031 Pleasant View Road

Middleton, WI 53562

800-775-4382 (USA, toll-free)

+1-608 831-4116

service@etcconnect.com

ETC GmbH

Germany, Austria, Switzerland,

Eastern Europe, and Russia

Technical Services Department

Ohmstrasse 3

83607 Holzkirchen, Germany

+49 (80 24) 47 00-0

techserv-germany@etcconnect.com

ETC Austin

High End Systems Products

Technical Services Department

2105 Gracy Farms Lane

Austin, TX 78758 USA

800-890-8989 (USA, toll-free)

+1-512 836-2242

hesservice@etcconnect.com

ETC France

France

Zone Urbaparc -

Bâtiment E

6 Boulevard de la Libération

Saint-Denis, 93200

+33 1 4243 3535

techservfrance@etcconnect.com

ETC Ltd

Europe, Middle East, and Africa

Technical Services Department

26-28 Victoria Industrial Estate

Victoria Road,

London W3 6UU England

+44 (0)20 8896 1000

techservltd@etcconnect.com

ETCAsia

Asia

Technical Services Department

Room 1801, 18/F

Tower 1, Phase 1 Enterprise Square

9 Sheung Yuet Road

Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong

+852 2799 1220

techserv-asia@etcconnect.com

Safety Considerations 3

Safety Considerations

To ensure safe operation, follow the safety instructions and warning notes in this user manual.

•

The SolaPix 37 is intended for professional use only. Not for residential use. Read the

entire manual before using this equipment.

•

Contact your ETC authorized dealer or Technical Services before performing any service in

order to maintain warranty coverage.

Symbols used on the product label are defined below:

1.0 m

The luminaire must be installed at least 1.0m

(3.28ft) away from all lighted objects.

Le luminaire doit être installé à au moins 1.0m

(3,28pi.) de tout objet éclairé.

General warning Avertissement général

Do not stare at the operating light source. Ne pas regarder la source de lumière lorsqu’elle

fonctionne.

This product should not be discarded as unsorted

waste but must be sent to separate collection

facilities for recovery and recycling.

Ce produit ne doit pas être jeté avec les déchets

ménagers mais doit être déposé dans une collecte de

déchets électroniques ou dans un point de collecte.

Operate indoors only, not where this product

would be exposed to the weather.

Ne fonctionne qu'à l'intérieur, pas là où ce produit

serait exposé aux intempéries.

WARNING: Note the following safety warnings before use:

•

This equipment is designed for operation by qualified personnel only.

•

Replace fuses with the specified type and rating only. See

page 28

•

Make sure that the available voltage is within the stated range. See

page 11

•

Do not use this fixture with a damaged power lead (cord set). If the

lead is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified technician with an

equivalent type before use. Contact your local authorized dealer for

spare power leads.

•

Do not use this fixture if the lens is damaged. Damaged lenses must be

replaced before use. Contact your local authorized dealer for a

replacement.

•

Do not mount the fixture on or near flammable surfaces.

•

Minimum distance from fixture head to combustible materials: 0.1 m

(4.0 in).

•

Minimum distance to lighted objects:1.0 m (3.28 ft).

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AVERTISSEMENT : Pour votre sécurité, lisez les mises en garde et les avis

suivants avant toute utilisation :

•

Cet équipement est conçu pour être utilisé par un personnel qualifié

uniquement.

•

Remplacez les fusibles uniquement par le type et le calibre indiqués.

Voir

page 28

•

Veillez à ce que la tension disponible soit dans la plage indiquée.Voir

page 11

•

N'utilisez pas ce projecteur avec un cordon d'alimentation endommagé

(fils électriques). Si le cordon est endommagé, un technicien qualifié

doit le remplacer par un cordon de type équivalent avant que

l'appareil ne puisse être utilisé. Contactez votre distributeur agréé

local pour obtenir des cordons d'alimentation de rechange.

•

N'utilisez pas cet appareil si la lentille est endommagée. Les lentilles

endommagées doivent être remplacées avant l'utilisation. Contactez

votre revendeur agréé local pour un remplacement.

•

Ne pas installer le projecteur sur ou à côté d’une surface inflammable.

•

Distance minimum entre la tête du luminaire et les matériaux

combustibles : 0.1 m (4.0 in).

•

Distance minimale avec les objets éclairés :1.0 m (3.28 ft).

WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!

•

Do not operate this device with the cover open.

•

Disconnect the fixture from power and DMX and allow it to cool before

performing any cleaning and maintenance.

AVERTISSEMENT : RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLÉCTRIQUE!

•

N'utilisez pas cet appareil avec le couvercle ouvert.

•

Débrancher la lampe de son alimentation et du DMX et la laisser

refroidir avant d’effectuer un nettoyage ou un entretien.

RISK GROUP 2: CAUTION.

Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted

from this product. Do not stare at operating lamp. May be harmful to the

eyes.

GROUPE DE RISQUE 2 (RISQUE MODÉRÉ) : ATTENTION. Rayonnement

optique potentiellement dangereux émis par ce produit. Ne regardez pas la

lampe en fonctionnement. Peut être nocif pour les yeux.

CAUTION:

Hot Surfaces. Allow the device to cool completely before

handling and servicing.

ATTENTION :

Surfaces chaudes. Laissez le luminaire refroidir complètement

avant de le manipuler et de procéder à son entretien.

Note:

The light source in this luminaire is not user-replaceable, and must be replaced

only by a qualified technician. Contact ETC Customer Support for assistance.

Safety Considerations 5

General Operation and Use Guidelines

•

This fixture is only allowed to be operated with the maximum alternating current that is

stated in the technical specifications label provided on the fixture.

•

Lighting effects are not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks

may ensure that the fixture will function for a long time without defects.

•

When choosing the installation location, make sure that the fixture is not exposed to

extreme heat, moisture, or dust.

•

Do not point the lens toward the sun or other bright light source. Doing so could damage

the fixture.

•

If using the supplied Omega brackets with quick-locking thumb screws for fixture hanging,

ensure that the thumb screws have engaged a complete 90-degree positive latch.

•

Operate the fixture only after having familiarized yourself with its functions. Do not permit

persons who are not qualified and familiar with its functions to operate the fixture.

•

Do not modify the fixture. Any modifications will void the warranty.

•

This manual describes the proper installation and operation of this fixture. Using this

fixture in any way other than the intended use may cause damage and void the warranty.

•

When the fixture has been stored or transported in cold temperatures, allow it to warm to

room temperature for a minimum of one hour before applying power. Applying power to a

cold fixture may cause damage to the fixture and void the manufacturer warranty.

•

When you power on the fixture, you may notice smoke or odor. This is normal and should

decrease gradually. If smoke or odor persists, disconnect the fixture from power and

contact your ETC dealer or Technical Services.

•

Please use the original packaging if the fixture is to be transported. ETC will not be

responsible for the fixture if packaging other than manufacturer provided packaging is

used.

6 SolaPix 37 User Manual

Fixture Overview

For technical specifications of the SolaPix 37 fixture, see the technical data sheet:

etcconnect.com/Products/High-End-Systems/Lighting-Fixtures/SolaPix/Documentation.aspx

3456

8910 11

1: Lens

2: Tilt lock

3: Display

4: Navigation controls

5: Pan lock

6: Handle

7: Power In

8: USB

9: DMX In

10: DMXThru

11: Ethernet ports (x2)

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