Tri Disc 9 IR - Eliminator Lighting
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1. 255 0 100 0 255 0 100 MASTER DIMMER 0 100 0 255 Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 13 Tri Disc 9 IR 5 Channel DMX Values amp Functions Channel Vae Pane RED one 100 1 GREEN 0 100 3 5 ae 1 1 255 0 100 ot ass ooo 1 255 0 100 1 255 COLOR MACROS See 1 Channel DMX mode for colors Channels 1 2 and 3 will not work when Channel 5 is being used Tri Disc 9 IR Value 1 255 0 100 1 255 1 255 6 Channel DMX Values amp Functions GREEN 0 100 BLUE 0 100 COLOR MACROS See 1 Channel DMX mode for colors STROBING NOTHING STROBING SLOW FAST MASTER DIMMER 1 255 0 100 Channels 1 2 and 3 will not work when Channel 4 is being used Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 14 Tri Disc 9 IR 7 Channel DMX Values amp Functions Tri Disc 9 IR 7 Channel DMX Values amp Functions Function RED PROGRAMS SOUND ACTIVITY 0 100 168 175 SOUND MODE 5 GREEN 176 183 SOUND MODE 6 0 100 184 191 SOUND MODE 7 BLUE 192 199 SOUND MODE 8 100 200 207 SOUND MODE 9 208 215 SOUND MODE 10 216 223 SOUND MODE 11 STROBING PROGRAM SPEED 224 231 SOUND MODE 12 NOTHING 232 239 SOUND MODE 13 STROBING SPEED CONTROL 240 247 SOUND MODE 14 SLOW FAST 248 255 SOUND MODE 15 PROGRAMS SOUND ACTIVITY pry MASTER DIMMER OFF 1 255 02. change Press the SET UP button until either SP XX color change or F XX color fade is displayed 3 If you select color change use the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust the speed between SP 01 slowest and SP 99 fastest Once you have set your desired color change speed press the SET UP button to move on to F XX color fade Use the UP or DOWN buttons to set the color fade speed to F 00 This means the color fade is off and the fixture will now color change at the speed you have set To run the fixture in color fade reverse Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 7 Tri Disc 9 IR Operating Instructions the instructions Set your color fade speed and set the color change speed to SP 01 Static Color Mode 1 Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until CL XX is displayed XX represents the current color number displayed 2 There are 35 colors to choose from Select your desired color by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons After you have selected your desired color you can activate strobing by pressing the SET UP button to enter the Flash strobe mode 3 FS XX will be displayed this is Flash mode The Flash can be adjusted between FS 00 flash off to FS 15 fastest flash DMX Mode Operating through a DMX controller gives the user the freedom to create their own programs tailored to their own individual n
3. sure to use standard 110 120 Ohm shielded cable This cable may be purchased at almost all pro lighting stores Your cables should be made with a male and female XLR connector on either end of the cable Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained i and cannot be split Figure 1 N Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 4 Tri Disc 9 IR Set Up Notice Be sure to follow figures two and three when making your own cables Do not use the ground lug on the XLR connector Do not con nect the cable s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR s outer casing Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior COMMON DMX512 OUT DMX512 IN 3 PIN XLR DMX 3 PIN XLR XLR Male Socket XLR Female Socket 1 e 2 kon Figure 3 Special Note Line Termination When longer runs of cable are used you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic behavior A terminator is a 110 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor which is con nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector DATA and DATA This unit is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last unit in your daisy chain to terminate the line Using a cable terminator ADJ part number Z DMX T will decrease the possibilities of erratic behavior Termination reduces signal errors and avoids signal transmission problems O and interference It is alwa
4. the 5 Channel Mode press the MODE button until Ch05 is displayed This is the 5 Channel DMX Mode e To run the 6 Channel Mode press the MODE button until Ch06 is displayed This is the 6 Channel DMX Mode To run the 7 Channel Mode press the MODE button until Ch07 is displayed This is the 7 Channel DMX Mode 5 Please see pages 13 17 for DMX values and traits 6 After you have chosen your desired DMX Channel mode plug in the fixture via the XLR connections to any standard DMX control ler Default Running Mode This is a default running mode When this mode is activated all modes will return to their default settings 1 Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until dXX is dis played XX represents either on or OFF 2 Press the SET UP button until dEFA is displayed 3 Press the UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously Press the MODE button to exit Electro IRC This function is used to activate and deactivate the Electro IRX Remote Control When this function is activated you can control the fixture using the Electro IRC Please see the page 11 for the controls and functions 1 Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until dXX is dis played XX represents on or off 2 Press the SET UP button until IrXX is displayed XX repre sents either on or oF 3 Press the UP or DOWN buttons to either activate the remote func ti
5. the power socket and gently pry out the fuse holder Remove the bad fuse and replace with a new one The fuse holder also has a holder for a spare fuse Tri Disc 9 IR Cleaning Due to fog residue smoke and dust cleaning the internal and exter nal optical lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light output 1 Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the outside casing Clean the external optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth every 20 days Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging the unit back in Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates i e smoke fog residue dust dew N o Tri Disc 9 IR Power Cord Daisy Chain With this feature you can connect the fixtures to one another using the IEC input and output sockets The quantity that can be connected is 16 fixtures maximum After the maximum fixtures has been reached you will need to use a new power outlet They must be the same fixtures DO NOT mix fixtures Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 17 Tri Disc 9 IR Notes Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 18 Tri Disc 9 IR Notes Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 18 Tri Disc 9 IR Specifications Model Tri Disc 9 IR Voltage 100V 240V 50 60Hz LEDs 9 x 3W TRI LEDs RGB 3 in 1 Bea
6. 100 PROGRAM 1 Channels 1 2 and 3 will not work when Channel 4 is being used PROGRAM 2 When using Channel 6 values 8 135 Channel 5 will control the speed of the programs PROGRAM 3 When using Channel 6 values 136 255 Channel 5 will control the sound sensitivity Sound sen PROGRAM 4 sitivity control will start working after Channel 5 is past the DMX value of 31 PROGRAM 5 PROGRAM 6 PROGRAM 7 PROGRAM 8 PROGRAM 9 PROGRAM 10 PROGRAM 11 PROGRAM 12 PROGRAM 13 PROGRAM 14 PROGRAM 15 PROGRAM 16 SOUND MODE 1 SOUND MODE 2 SOUND MODE 3 160 167 SOUND MODE 4 Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 15 Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 16 Tri Disc 9 IR Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty Eliminator Lighting warranty is valid from the date of purchase Our 1 year limited warranty covers manu facturing defects only Serial number place of purchase with dated valid receipt must be submitted at time of service Eliminator Lighting warranty does not cover items or parts prone to wear and tear mo tors fuses brushes and belts Eliminator Lighting warranty is only valid with in the United States Tri Disc 9 IR Fuse Replacement Disconnect the unit from its power source Remove the power cord from the unit Once the cord has been removed you will find that the fuse holder is located inside the power socket Insert a flat head screw driver into
7. 3 14 Eli minextong LIGHTING User Instructions Tri Disc 9 IR Introduction Unpacking Thank you for purchasing the Tri Disc 9 IR by Elimina tor Lighting Every Tri Disc 9 IR has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition Carefully check the ship ping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping If the carton appears to be damaged carefully inspect your fixture for any damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit has arrived intact In the case damage has been found or parts are miss ing please contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions Do not return this unit to your dealer without first contact ing customer support Introduction The Tri Disc 9 IR can be used in a stand alone mode or connected in a Master Slave configuration This wash has five operat ing modes Sound Active mode Auto Run mode RGB mode Static Color mode and DMX control mode 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 war ranty In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact Eliminator Lighting PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible Tri Disc 9 IR Warranty Eliminator Lighting warranty is valid from the date of pur
8. WN buttons to select either don LED display on at all times doFF LED display shuts off after 60 seconds LED Display Inversion Follow these instructions to flip the display 180 so that the display can be read upside down 1 Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until dXX is dis played XX represents either on or OFF 2 Press the SET UP button until Stnd or rev is displayed 3 Press the UP or DOWN buttons to reverse the display 180 Operating Modes The Tri Disc 9 IR has five operating modes e Sound Active mode The unit will react to sound chasing through the built in programs Static Color Mode There are 35 colors to choose from e RGB Dimmer Mode Choose one of the three colors to remain static or adjust the intensity of each color to make your desired color e Auto Run Mode The unit will run 1 of 16 color change pro grams at your desired speed e DMX control mode This function will allow you to control each individual fixtures traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as as the ADJ Show Designer RGB Dimmer Mode 1 Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until 2 When r XXX is displayed you are in Red dimming mode Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 6 Tri Disc 9 IR Operating Instructions 3 When G XXxX is dis
9. chase Our 1 year limited warranty covers manufacturing defects only Serial num ber place of purchase with dated valid receipt must be submitted at time of service Eliminator Lighting warranty does not cover items or parts prone to wear and tear motors fuses brushes and belts Eliminator Lighting warranty is only valid with in the United States Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 2 Tri Disc 9 IR Safety Precautions To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire do not expose this unit rain or moisture Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been frayed or broken Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from the electrical cord This prong is used to reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire in case of an internal short Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection Do not remove the cover under any conditions There are no user serviceable parts inside Never operate this unit when it s cover is removed Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow proper ventilation Allow about 6 15cm between this device and a wall Do not attempt to operate this unit if it becomes damaged This unit is intended for indoor use only use of this product out doors voids all warranties During long periods of non u
10. e the re mote you must first activate the fixtures receiver to activate the receiver please see the instructions on page 9 Controls and Functions 1 Black Out This button will black out the unit 2 Select Prog This button will allow you to access the auto run mode and built in programs Each press of the button will change to the next mode 3 Flash This button will activate the strobe function Use the amp buttons to adjust the strobe speed 4 SPEED Press this button to activate and use the amp buttons to adjust the speed of the color fade mode and color change mode 5 DMX Mode Activates DMX Mode 6 Set Addr Press this button to set the DMX address Press this button first then press the numbers to set the address Example Set DMX Address 1 Press S 0 0 1 Set DMX Address 245 Press S 2 4 5 7 SL SA Slave Sound Active This button lets you switch between Slave mode in a Master Slave configuration and Sound Active mode When the fixture is in Sound Active mode use the amp buttons to adjust the sound sensitivity 8 R G B A W Press either one of these buttons and the press the or to adjust the brightness Press the Flash Button to activate strobing and use the amp buttons to adjust the strobe speed The A amp W buttons will not work with this unit 9 and Use these buttons to ad
11. eeds This function also allows you to use your fixtures as spot lights The Tri Disc 9 IR has 7 DMX modes 1 Channel mode 2 Channel mode 3 Channel mode 4 Channel mode 5 Channel mode 6 Channel mode and a 7 Channel mode See pages 13 15 for each modes DMX traits 1 This function will allow you to control each individual fixture s traits with a standard DMX 512 controller 2 Torun your fixture in DMX mode press the MODE button until d XXX is displayed XXX represents the current displayed ad dress Use the UP or DOWN buttons to select your desired DMX address then press the SET UP button to select your DMX Channel mode 3 When you press SET UP ChXxX should be displayed XX repre sent the current DMX Channel Mode 4 Use the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the DMX Channel modes The Channel modes are listed below e To run the 1 Channel Mode press the MODE button until Ch01 is displayed This is the 1 Channel DMX Mode To run the 2 Channel Mode press the MODE button until Ch02 is displayed This is the 2 Channel DMX Mode e To run the 3 Channel Mode press the MODE button until Ch03 is displayed This is the 3 Channel DMX Mode To run the 4 Channel Mode press the MODE button until Ch04 is displayed This is the 4 Channel DMX Mode Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 8 Tri Disc 9 IR Operating Instructions e To run
12. ends DMX data instructions from the controller to the fixture DMX data is sent as serial data that trav els from fixture to fixture via the DATA IN and DATA OUT XLR ter minals located on all DMX fixtures most controllers only have a DATA OUT terminal DMX Linking DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single controller as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX compli ant To ensure proper DMX data transmission when using several DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path possible The order in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the DMX addressing For example a fixture assigned a DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere in a DMX line at the beginning at the end or anywhere in the middle When a fixture is assigned a DMX address of 1 the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1 to that unit no matter where it is located in the DMX chain Data Cable DMX Cable Requirements For DMX Operation The Tri Disc 9 IR can be controlled via DMX 512 protocol The Tri Disc 9 IR has 7 DMX channel modes please see pages 12 13 for the different modes The DMX address is set on the back panel of the Tri Disc 9 IR Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3 9in XLR copnec tor for data input and data output Figure 1 We recommend Accu Cable DMX cables If you are making your own cables be
13. just the flash rate speed program speed sound sensitivity and program selec tion Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 11 Tri Disc 9 IR 1 Channel DMX Values amp Functions Channel Value Function COLOR MACROS 0 10 OFF 11 17 BASTARD AMBER 18 24 MEDIUM AMBER 25 31 PALE AMBER GOLD 32 38 GALLO GOLD 39 45 GOLDEN AMBER 46 52 LIGHT RED 53 59 MEDIUM RED 60 66 MEDIUM PINK 67 73 BROADWAY PINK 74 80 FOLLIES PINK 81 87 LIGHT LAVENDER 88 94 SPECIAL LAVENDER 95 101 LAVENDER 102 108 INDIGO 109 115 HEMSLEY BLUE 116 122 TIPTON BLUE 123 129 LIGHT STEEL BLUE 130 136 LIGHT SKY BLUE 137 143 SKY BLUE 144 150 BRILLIANT BLUE 151 157 LIGHT GREEN BLUE 158 164 BRIGHT BLUE 165 171 PRIMARY BLUE 172 178 CONGO BLUE 179 185 PALE YELLOW GREEN 186 192 MOSS GREEN 193 199 PRIMARY GREEN 200 206 DOUBLE CTB 207 213 FULL CTB 214 220 HALF CTB 221 227 DARK BLUE 228 234 WHITE 235 241 FULL RED 242 248 FULL GREEN 249 255 FULL BLUE Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 12 Tri Disc 9 IR 2 Channel DMX Values amp Functions 0 255 COLOR MACROS See 1 Channel DMX mode for colors 0 255 DIMMER 0 100 Channel Value Function 0 255 0 100 0 255 0 100 BLUE 0 255 0 100 Tri Disc 9 IR 4 Channel DMX Values amp Functions Bn e E 0 255 0 100 0
14. m Angle 40 Degrees Working Position Any safe working position Power Draw 35W Power Cord Daisy Chain 16 Fixtures Max Fuse 2 Amp Weight 3 9lbs 1 8Kgs Dimensions 10 5 L x 10 W x 3 5 H 263 x 250 x 88mm Colors RGB Color Mixing DMX Channels 7 DMX Modes 1 Channel Mode 2 Channel Mode 3 Channel Mode 4 Channel Mode 5 Channel Mode 6 Channel Mode amp 7 Channel Mode Warranty 1 Year 865 days Auto Sensing Voltage This fixture contains a automatic volt age switch which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged into the power source Please Note Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice
15. on On or deactivate it Off Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 9 Tri Disc 9 IR Master Slave Configuration Master Slave Configuration This function will allows you to link units together to run in a Master Slave mode In Master Slave operation one unit will act as the controlling unit and the others will react to the controlling units built in programs Any unit can act as a Master or as a Slave however only one unit can be pro grammed to act as the Master Master Slave Connections and Settings 1 Daisy chain your units via the XLR connector on the rear of the unit Use standard XLR data cables to link your units together Remember that the Male XLR connector is the input and the Female XLR con nector is the ouput The first unit in the chain master will use the female XLR connector only The last unit in the chain will use the male XLR connector only 2 Set the Master unit to your desired mode of operation 3 For the Slave units just connect them to the Master they will start following the Master as soon as they are connected Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 10 Tri Disc 9 IR Electro IRC Operation The Electro IRC remote sold seperately has many different functions and allows you to control your Tri Disc 9 IR from long distance The Electro IRC remote can control your system up to 30 ft To us
16. played you are in Green dimming mode Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity 4 When b XXX is displayed you are in Blue dimming mode Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity 5 After you have adjusted the RGB colors to make your desired color you can then activate strobing by pressing the SET UP but ton to enter the Flash strobe mode 6 FS XX will be displayed this is Flash mode The Flash can be adjusted between FS 00 flash off to FS 15 fastest flash Sound Active Mode In this mode the unit will react to sound and chase through the differ ent colors 1 Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until SoXX is dis played X represents the sound active mode 1 15 currently dis played 2 The fixture will now change via sound 3 Press the SET UP button to adjust the sound sensitivity SJ X should be displayed Use the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust the sensitivity SJ 1 is the least sensitivity SJ 8 is the most Auto Run Mode In this mode the Tri Disc 9 will run 1 of 16 auto programs The auto run program can be either a fade program or a simple color change program 1 Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until APXX is dis played XX represents the program number 1 16 currently dis played 2 After you have chosen your desired program you need to decide if you would like the program to fade through colors or simply
17. se disconnect the unit s main power Always mount this unit in safe and stable matter Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to the point they exit from the unit Cleaning The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer See page 25 for cleaning details e Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances inclu ding amplifiers that produce heat The fixture should be serviced by qualified service personnel when A The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged B Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance C The appliance has been exposed to rain or water D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 3 Tri Disc 9 IR Set Up Power Supply The Tri Disc 9 IR contains a automatic voltage switch which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged into the power source With this switch there is no need to worry about the correct power voltage this unit can be plugged in anywhere DMX 512 DMX is short for Digital Multiplex This is a universal pro tocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures and controllers A DMX controller s
18. ys advisable A to connect a DMX terminal Resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between PIN 2 DMX and PIN 3 DMX of the last fixture Figure 4 Figure 2 XLR Pin Configuration Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Data Compliment negative p a a is evita Pin 3 Data True positive 5 Pin XLR DMX Connectors Some manufactures use 5 pin DMX 512 data cables for DATA transmission in place of 3 pin 5 pin DMX fixtures may be implemented in a 3 pin DMX line When inserting stan dard 5 pin data cables in to a 3 pin line a cable adaptor must be used these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores The chart below details a proper cable conversion 3 Pin XLR to 5 Pin XLR Conversion 3 Pin XLR Female Out 5 Pin XLR Male In Ground Shield Pin 1 Data Compliment signal Pin 2 Data True signal Pin 3 Not Used Do Not Use Not Used Do Not Use Eliminator Lighting www eliminatorlighting com Tri Disc 9 IR User Manual Page 5 Tri Disc 9 IR Operating Instructions LED Display On Off To set the LED display to turn off after 60 seconds press the MODE button until don is displayed press the UP button to display doff Now the display will disappear after 60s Press any button to turn the display on again Be advised though that the display will turn off automatically after 10 seconds To set the display press the MODE button until dXX is displayed Use the UP or DO
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