Robe DT Series User manual
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Version 2.0
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Table of contents
1. Safety instructions ......................................................................................................... 4
2.Operating determinations............................................................................................... 5
3. Introduction..................................................................................................................... 5
4. Description of the device............................................................................................... 5
4.1 Video inputs ............................................................................................................... 6
5. Powering on the DigitalSpot 5000 DT........................................................................... 7
6. Shutting down the DigitalSpot 5000 DT ....................................................................... 7
7. Folders organization ...................................................................................................... 7
8. Rigging the xture.......................................................................................................... 8
9. DMX-512 connection .................................................................................................... 10
10. Ethernet connection................................................................................................... 11
11. DigitalSpot 5000 DT - DMX Protocol - version 3.5................................................... 12
12. DigitalSpot 5000 DT - DMX Protocol - version 4.3................................................... 23
13. DigitalSpot 5000 DT - DMX Protocol - version 5.1................................................... 34
14.DigitalSpot 5000 DT - Control menu map.................................................................. 48
15. Operating modes ....................................................................................................... 51
16. Control menu ............................................................................................................. 51
16.1 Fixture Address ..................................................................................................... 51
16.2 Fixture information ................................................................................................. 52
16.3 Personality ............................................................................................................. 52
16.4 Lamp On/Off .......................................................................................................... 53
16.5 Manual control........................................................................................................ 53
16.6 Stand-alone setting ............................................................................................... 53
16.7 Preview mode. ....................................................................................................... 54
16.8 Reset functions ...................................................................................................... 54
16.9 Service menu ......................................................................................................... 54
16.10 Special functions .................................................................................................. 55
16.11 Fixture Off ............................................................................................................ 56
17.Media Content management ...................................................................................... 57
18.Keystones ................................................................................................................... 58
19.In Frame and Out Frame parametres ........................................................................ 59
20.Playback modes ........................................................................................................ 59
21. Playback speed ........................................................................................................ 60
22. Picture merging .......................................................................................................... 60
22.1 Picture merging control channels........................................................................... 60
DigitalSpot 5000 DT
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21.2 Picture merging example ...................................................................................... 62
23. Effect synchronization............................................................................................... 63
24. Remote conguration via the WWW browser.......................................................... 64
25. Technical specications............................................................................................ 65
26. Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 67
26.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................................. 67
26.2 Replacing the air lters........................................................................................... 67
26.3 Replacing the fuse ................................................................................................. 68
26.4 Changing the projector........................................................................................... 69
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CAUTION!
Keep this device away from rain and moisture!
Unplug mains lead before opening the housing!
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE YOU INITIAL START - UP!
1. Safety instructions
Every person involved with installation and maintenance of this device have to:
- be qualiled
- follow the instructions of this manual
CAUTION!
Be careful with your operations.
With a high voltage you can suffer
a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires!
This device has left our premises in absolutely perfect condition. In order to maintain this condition and to en-
sure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes
written in this manual.
Important:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this
manual or any unauthorized modication to the device.
Please consider that damages caused by manual modications to the device are not subject to warranty.
Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel.
Always plug in the power plug least. Make sure that the power-switch is set to off-position before you connect
the device to the mains. The power plug has to be accessable after installing the device.
Make sure that the power-cord is never crimped or damaged by sharp edges. Check the device and the power-
cord from time to time.
Always disconnect from the mains, when the device is not in use or before cleaning it. Only handle the power-
cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord.
This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green conductor to
earth.
The electric connection, repairs and servicing must be carried out by a qualied employee.
Do not connect this device to a dimmer pack.
To switch the DigitalSpot 5000 DT off , always use the xture control panel(main menu,
option "Fixture Off") or DMX controller (channel 8, valus 240-249).
Never switch the xture off by pulling out the power plug from the socket otherwise
the device may be demaged (projector lamp, operating system...)
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2.Operating determinations
If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature uctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on
immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until
it has reached room temperature.
Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
When choosing the installation-spot, please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture
or dust.
Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when rigging, derigging or servicing the x-
ture.
Always x the xture with an appropriate safety rope. Fix the safety rope at the correct holes only.
Only operate the xture after having checked that the housing is rmly closed and all screws are tightly fas-
tened.
Operate the device only after having familiarized with its functions. Do not permit operation by persons not
qualied for operating the device. Most damages are the result of unprofessional operation!
Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.
Please consider that unauthorized modications on the device are forbidden due to safety reasons!
If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual, the product may suffer
damages and the guarantee becomes void. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like short-
circuit, burns, electric shock, lamp explosion, crash etc.
3. Introduction
The DigitalSpot 5000 DT features moving head with a video projection and automated lighting technologies
including a DMX controllable digital media server installed in a xture´s base. The built-in 32-bit Graphics En-
gine utilizes Linux and DirectX application programming interface to provide extensive image control of graphic
objects.
The Digital spot 5000 DT uses DMX512 protocol to control hardware functions like pan, tilt, and zoom, as well
as media xture capabilities including loading images and movies. The graphics engine allows you manipulate
position, scale, rotation, apply visual effects and color mix each image.
S-Video and VGA inputs for direct input to data projectors are handy for perfoming presentations.
S-Video and Composite live inputs can be used in graphics effects of DigitalSpot 5000DT
1 - Yoke
2 - Pan lock/unlock lever
3 - Front panel
4 - Moving head
5 - Tilt lock button (red)
6 - Tilt unlock button (green)
7 - Base
8 - Handle
4. Description of the device
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4.1 Video inputs
The VGA (8) and S-VIDEO (9) inputs provide direct connection to data projector.These inputs are allocated for
static presentation (standard using of the data projector) because data going through these inputs cannot be
processed in graphics engine ,it means that the most of graphics effects from DMX protocol are not active.In
this mode function Keystones from DMX protocol does not work.Nevertheless is possible to set keystones by
means of menu "Manual Control"(Manual Control ->Dataprojector Control and in this menu you have to select
Keystonning.After ending presentation is necessary to set Keystone into original state).
The S-VIDEO (13) and COMPOSITE (14) inputs enable to process data in graphics engine, it is means that
you can use all spectrum of effects that offer DMX protocol including digital Keystones.
Rear panel
1 - Power cord
2 - Power switch
3 - Fuse
4 - 5-pin DMX outputt
5 - 5-pin DMX input
6 - Ethernet input
7 - USB inputs
8 - 15-Pin VGA intput-dataprojec.
9 - S-video intput-dataprojector
10 - 3-pin DMX input
11 - 3-pin DMX output
12 - ATX switch
13 - S-video input- graphics engine
14 -Composite input-graphics engine
Front panel
1 - Display
2 - RNS control wheel
3 - Escape button
4 - Enter button
The head can be locked for transportation- the tilt lock button (5) is pushed and the pan lock/unlock lever (2)
is in lock position. To unlock the head, press the tilt unlock button (6) and move the pan lock/unlock lever to
unlock position.
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5. Powering on the DigitalSpot 5000 DT
To power on the xture,simply connect it to the AC mains supply (the power switch on the rear side of the
xture has to be in "On" position).
6. Shutting down the DigitalSpot 5000 DT
There are two recommended ways to shutdown the xture:
1.A DMX controller can switch off the projector lamp and shut down the fixture with the "Lamp Off,Fixture
Off" option on the control channel 8 (see DMX protocol).
2.The option "Fixture Off" in main menu of DigitalSpot 5000 DT switches off the projector lamp and shuts down
the xture.
Removing power directly without the shutdown procedure
can reduce xture reliability!
7. Folders organization
The DigitalSpot 5000 DT has a le system that holds the images and movies .These les are saved in a Media
folder.This folder contains subfolders (000,001...240) and valid les may go into those subfolders.
The images and video clips can be in one of the following formats: .bmp;.jpg; .tga; .png; .mpg1; .mpg2.
The folder named "Update" contains subfolders with the update les and names of subfolders are deducated
from date when software update has been executed.
Folders structure:
Top level folder
Media
000
001
002
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240
Update
13-08-06_09:15:33
14-07-06_12:16:45
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01-03-06_14:23:50
All the above-mentioned folders are shared.
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8. Rigging the xture
Please consider the respective national norms during the installation!
The installation must only be carried out by an authorized dealer!
The installation of the xture has to be built and constructed in a way that it can hold 10 times the weight for 1
hour without any harming deformation.
The installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment, e.g. an appropriate catch net.
This secondary safety attachment must be constructed in a way that no part of the installation can fall down if
the main attachment fails.
When rigging, derigging or servicing the xture staying in the area below the installation place, on bridges,
under high working places and other endangered areas is forbidden.
The operator has to make sure that safety-relating and machine-technical installations are approved by an expert
before taking into operation for the rst time and after changes before taking into operation another time.
The operator has to make sure that safety-relating and machine-technical installations are approved by an
expert after every four year in the course of an acceptance test.
The operator has to make sure that safety-relating and machine-technical installations are approved by a skilled
person once a year.
Allow the xture to cool for ten minutes before handling.
The projector should be installed outside areas where persons may walk by or be seated.
IMPORTANT! OVERHEAD RIGGING REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE, including (but not limited to)
calculating working load limits, installation material being used, and periodic safety inspection of all installation
material and theprojector. If you lack these qualications, do not attempt the installation yourself, but instead use
a professional structural rigger. Improper installation can result in bodily injury and or damage to property.
The xture has to be installed out of the reach of people.
If the xture shall be lowered from the ceiling or high joists, professional trussing systems have to be used. The
xture must never be xed swinging freely in the room.
Caution: Fixtures may cause severe injuries when crashing down! If you have doubts concerning the safety
of a possible installation, do not install the xture.
Before rigging make sure that the installation area can hold a minimum point load of 10 times the xture’s
weight.
When installing the device, make sure there is no highly inamma
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material (decoration articles, etc.) in between a distance of min. 0.5 m.
Use 2 appropriate clamps to rig the xture on the truss.
Follow the instructions mentioned at the bottom of the base.
Make sure that the device is xed properly!
Ensure that the structure (truss) to which you are attaching
the xtures is secure.
The device should be placed horizontally on a plain surface or upside down on a truss:
The Omega holders can be placed in 4 positions on the bottom of the base. Use the clamps (not supplied)
with screws M12.
For overhead use, always install a safety-rope that can hold at least 10 times the weight of the xture. You must
only use safety ropes with screw-on carabines. Pull the safety rope through the two apertures on the bottom of
the base and over the trussing system etc. Insert the end in the carabine and tighten the xation screw.
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Fixation via the omega holders
1. Bolt each clamp (1) to the omega
holder (4) with M12 bolt and lock nut through the hole in the holder.
2. Fasten the omega holders on the
bottom of the base by inserting both quick-lock fasteners (3) into the holes of the base and tighten fully
clockwise.
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. Fasten the safety-rope (2) through the
two apertures on the bottom of the base and over the trussing system.
1 - Clamp
2 - Safety-rope
3 - Quick-lock fastener
4 - Omega holder
Possible omega holder 4 positions:
Before taking into operation for the rst time,
the installation has to be approved by an expert!
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1 - Shield
2 - Signal (-)
3 - Signal (+)
4 - Not connected
5 - Not connected
1 - Shield
2 - Signal (-)
3 - Signal (+)
4 - Not connected
5 - Not connected
9. DMX-512 connection
The xture is equipped with both 3-pin and 5-pin XLR sockets for DMX input and output.The sockets are wired
in parallel.
Only use a shielded twisted-pair cable designed for RS-485 and 3-pin or 5-pin XLR-plugs and connectors in
order to connect the controller with the xture or one xture with another.
DMX - output DMX-input
XLR mounting-sockets (rear view): XLR mounting-plugs (rear view):
If you are using the standard DMX controllers, you can connect the DMX output of the controller directly with
the DMX input of the rst xture in the DMX chain. If you wish to connect DMX controllers with other XLR-out-
puts, you need to use adapter cables.
Building a serial DMX chain:
1.Connect the DMX output of the rst xture in the DMX chain with the DMX input of the next xture. Always
connect one output with the input of the next xture until all xtures are connected.
2.Use menu "DMX Settings " to set the DMX start address on all xtures (see "Fixture address" menu).
3.The option “Activate DMX mode" has to be conrmed in “DMX Settings" menu on all xtures.
Example:
DMX Address=173 DMX Address=78 DMX Address=1
Caution: At the last xture, the DMX cable has to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120 Ω resistor
between Signal (–) and Signal (+) into a 3-pin (or 5pin) XLR plug and plug it into the DMX output of the last
xture.
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