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1. 246 250 96 98 Meltdown Random Pixels w Solid Background 251 255 99 100 Meltdown Random Pixels w Burst Background Notes 1 In RGB Strobe and RGBW Strobe modes a feature in the Strobe FX channel allows the Flare to become a temporary wash blinder fixture If the Strobe FX channel is set to DMX value 5 the Strobe color channels become strobe wash blinder color channels For example the Flare can be strobing in White and then quickly changed to a Blue Wash fixture a White strobing Strobe Color Channels DMX 255 Strobing channels as desired b Blue Wash Strobe Color channels to Blue only DMX 255 Strobe FX DMX 5 the other strobe channels are ignored 2 When burst is activated use the rate channel at FULL to access a hyper speed strobe Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 17 3 When Meltdown with Solid background is active the Strobe Color determines the random pixel color and the background color is determined by the pixel colors after the strobe fx channels There is no background color when in RGB Strobe and RGBW Strobe mode The background pixels are solid on in this mode The foreground strobe is randomized not achievable in any other mode and is difficult to reproduce with most DMX controllers at this rate 4 When Meltdown with Burst background is active the Strobe Color determines the random pixel color and the background color is determined by the pixel colors a2. 10ch DMX footorint 198 207 Menu button PRESS amp HOLD DMX Source This device supports two DMX controlling modes through wired connection DMX cable w XLR 5 pin connector or wireless DMX signal through wireless Flare Jr only To set required DMX source you must 1 Press and hold lt MENU gt button to open the Main Menu 2 Use lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt buttons to find the DMX Source submenu and press lt SELECT gt button Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 12 Main Menu DMX Address MX Source ontrol Manual Demo Config 3 Choose from 2 options DMX IN or WIRELESS and press lt SELECT gt button to confirm your selection DMX source DMX IN WIRELESS 3 1 If DMX IN option is selected and there is an input signal the home screen will display non blinking address number in this case 1 and DMX src DMX IN NO DMX src DMX IN PAIR MODE RGBW pix 1 12ch DMX footprint 1 12 Menu 3 2 If WIRELESS option is selected return to home screen Under DMX src WIRELESS will appear but the address number in this case 1 and wireless symbol might be blinking if the wireless connection is not set up Also on the right upper corner NO LINK will be displayed Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 13 4 To set up wireless connection activate the built in wireless receiver If the RF LINK LED is blinking p
3. 100 FUNCTION Red Strobe Intensity PIXEL MODE Green Strobe Intensity Blue Strobe Intensity Strobe Intensity Strobe Duration Strobe Rate 1 pix Red intensity 1 pix Green intensity 1 pix Blue intensity N N N N N N aah aah aah aah aah aah 2 pix Red intensity RGB PIXEL MODE 2 2 pix Green intensity 2 pix Blue intensity 3 pix Red intensity RGB PIXEL l MODE 3 3 pix Green intensity 3 pix Blue intensity 4 pix Red intensity RGB PIXEL MODE 4 4 pix Green intensity 4 pix Blue intensity 5 pix Red intensity 5 pix Green intensity RGB PIXEL MODE 6H or 6V 5 pix Blue intensity 6 pix Red intensity 6 pix Green intensity 6 pix Blue intensity Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 FLARE Jr FUNCTION Red Strobe Intensity PIXEL MODE Green Strobe Intensity Blue Strobe Intensity Strobe Intensity Strobe Duration Strobe Rate Strobe FX 1 pix Red intensity 1 pix Green intensity 1 pix Blue intensity 2 pix Red intensity RGB PIXEL MODE 2 2 pix Green intensity 2 pix Blue intensity 3 pix Red intensity 3 pix Green intensity RGB PIXEL 3 pix Blue intensity MODE 4 4 pix Red intensity 4 pix Green intensity 4 pix Blue intensity 2 RGB PIXEL MODE 12 26 0 255 O 100 7 pix Red intensity a 0 100 TpixGreeninensiy T_ oss 0 100 rowewemesy SS Ma oss 0 100 nes ment __ so oss 0 100 pixGreeninensiy
4. 4 colors 8 bit control uses one DMX channel for each color and 16 bit control allows for two DMX channels of control to give the lighting controller more steps of dimming 0 255 0 100 Red Intensity 0 255 0 100 Green Intensity 0 255 O 100 Blue Intensity 0 255 O 100 Red Intensity HI Byte 0 255 O 100 Red Intensity LOW Byte 0 255 0 100 Green Intensity HI Byte Channel 1 RGB 8bit RGB 16bit 0 255 0 100 Green Intensity LOW Byte 0 255 O 100 Blue Intensity HI Byte 0 255 0 100 Blue Intensity LOW Byte Dmx values Preset Funston 0 255 0 100 White Intensity 0 255 0 100 Red Intensity HI Byte Channel 1 RGBW 8bit 0 255 0 100 Red Intensity LOW Byte White Intensity LOW Byte RGBW 16bit 7 Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 16 STROBE MODES Four channels control the functions of the strobe parameter Strobe Intensity Strobe Duration Strobe Rate and Strobe FX There are a number of effects that also use the strobe rate and duration controls to affect the effects look Please experiment to find the right duration and rate for your application DT resine CD Tresa 0 254 0 99 0 650ms 50Hz AC 255 100 HYPER 3 100 0 5 25Hz 50Hz AC 0 6 30Hz 60Hz AC Wash Override only available in RGB Strobe and RGBW Strobe modes 86 128 34 50 Ramp up down 172 214 68 84 Lighting 241 245 93 95 Burst use Rate at full
5. Adjust the angle of the fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture After finding the desired position retighten both knobs e Always use safety cables e When selecting installation location consider routine maintenance e Never mount fixture where it will be exposed to moisture high humidity extreme temperatures or restricted ventilation Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL PANEL NAVIGATION Access control panel functions using the four control panel buttons located directly underneath the LCD Display MODE RGBW Bbt 44ch DMX footprint 14 O o O The Control Panel LCD Display shows the menu items selected from the menu map see page 9 When a menu function is selected the display will show the first available option for the selected menu function To select a menu item press lt MENU gt Press and hold the lt MENU gt button to scroll through the top level menu items This is the top of the menu map Use the lt Up gt and lt Down gt buttons located to the right of the LCD screen to navigate the menu map and menu options Press the lt MENU gt button to access the menu function currently displayed or to enable a menu option To return to the top of the menu map or menu without changing the value press the lt X gt button Main Menu Functions Flare DMX Address DMX address selection Control Control mode selection menu Manua
6. 0 255 0 100 9pixWhiteintensiy CC e os 0100 10 pb eene os oo topi ew mes se 0 26 0 100 topw wwe msi oras 0 100 paces mens os 0 00 pw seems sos 02100 vn poe mensy se 0 86 0 100 tipi wwe men __ Ross 0100 tepw Reg mens Tse 0 86 0 100 re pac Ge mesg os 0100 2 pace mensy si 0 26 02100 ask wwe mensiy Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 24 MANUAL FUNCTION This menu function allows selection of the intensity of wash blinder background color strobe color and strobe functions This functions as a stand alone mode Manual values are saved if power is shut down A reset will clear these values see Menu Maps pages 9 10 Demo In this menu the following demonstration scenes may be selected Demo 1 Red color test Demo 12 Color Intensity Amplitude Modulation Demo 2 Green color test test with hard edges Demo 3 Blue color test Demo 13 White Intensity Amplitude Modulation Demo 4 White color test test Demo 5 Yellow color test Demo 14 Red color strobe test Demo 6 Cyan color test Demo 15 Green color strobe test Demo 7 Magenta color test Demo 16 Blue color strobe test Demo 8 White RGB color test Demo 17 White flash delay test Demo 9 Color Amplitude Modulation Demo 18 Red flash delay test blur edge transition test Demo 19 Green flash delay test Demo 10 Color Amplitude Modulation hard Demo 20 Blue flash delay
7. 4 FLARI Operation Manual Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ani aac 3 PioAAELOVEIVIGW desici n 3 Was Included siii 3 Unpacking MSCONS sonate RA ai 3 POWEeFREQUIFEMENS ss EER Es OR SEE GN RD ee TAI RIA 3 Frequency Sell so RE EE EE SR ER EED ii ER ER GEE DE OE a GEE SE EE 3 SAleIVINSHUCIHONS sele 4 Technical Features rca E rato 4 2 SETUP lle 5 Fuse Replace men bara 5 PIXtUre Mg Ke EE OO EL laica 5 DMX Data Cable arbitra 5 A licei bela 6 o Rinit0 5 Pin COnversion Charts rie DE es Ee Ee ee ED ek Nag na er RE dd 6 Setting up DMX Serial Data LINK 00 0 i 7 Fixture Mounting Rigging e 7 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cuand NAA aaaea eaaa aaan 8 Control Panel Navigation i 8 NGANGA 9 Mei Maks rak spa 10 Men F rncton SS SIMO UI OIA ce eaten ec hte tse EG oe EG ea ie 11 A Aa a 16 AR CE 17 SION Mode nA iaa 18 Advanced Modes daa GA Nha a LT Aha ee pela 19 PpiElloestionssEFIafe le idea 21 PIXel Locations Fae Jh aaa li a a 22 Advanced AGB Strobe DMX le aka alee 22 Advanced RBGW Strobe DMX leale 23 Manual FUNCION sarete alia a 25 A APPENDOS sii ii did ida 27 Basics On DMX CO Ol ss ER liu e 27 General MaiIniGnanCe IE ecco he a DE EE 27 Limited Warranty allea ae 27 o EE elle ai 28 Contact MO Malo sae EE eevee ccoo 28 Technical Speciticatlons Flake se o 29 Technical Speciticatons Flare E aria ia i 30 Important Read th
8. 50 60Hz 8 Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 10 MENU FUNCTION DESCRIPTION DMX Address To set the required DMX address open the Main Menu 1 Press and hold lt MENU gt button to open the Main Menu EXIT UP button button Main Menu DMX Address Control Manual Demo Config Select DOWN button w button EXIT UP button button Main Menu DMX Address DMX Source Control Manual Demo Config Select DOWN BLIEEON button 2 Use lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt buttons to find the DMX address function 3 Press lt SELECT gt button to access the DMX address value change submenu Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 11 EXIT UP button button DMX Addr DOWN button Select button 4 Use lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt buttons to set necessary DMX address value e g 198 5 Use lt SELECT gt button to confirm the new DMX address 6 Main Menu will appear Press lt EXIT gt button to return fixture at work state 7 The work state control panel display shows current DMX address in this example 198 Additional info is displayed under the DMX address Selected control mode channels used by this mode and occupied DMX addresses DMX footprint In this example MODE RGB pix 1 10ch DMX footprint 198 202 meaning RGB control mode with 1 pixel using 10 DMX channels uses DMX 198 to 207 Rotate display button x MODE RGB pox t
9. Product are the result of e Opening the casing repair or adjustment by anyone other than TMB or persons specifically authorized by TMB e Accident physical abuse mishandling or misapplication of the product Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 27 e Damagedueto lightning earthquake flood terrorism war or act of God TMB will not assume responsibility for any labor expended or materials used to replace and or repair the Product without TMB s prior written authorization Any repair of the Product in the field and any associated labor charges must be authorized in advance by TMB Freight costs on warranty repairs are split 50 50 Customer pays to ship defective product to TMB TMB pays to ship repaired product ground freight back to Customer This warranty DOES NOT cover consequential damages or costs of any kind A Return Merchandise Authorization RMA Number must be obtained from TMB prior to return of any defective merchandise for warranty or non warranty repair For all repairs please contact TMB Tech Support Repair using the contact information below or email TechSupportRepairna tmb com 527 Park Ave San Fernando CA 91340 Tel 1 818 899 8818 Fax 1 818 899 8813 tmb info tmb com www tmb com RETURN PROCEDURE Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing call tags will not be issued Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number RMA P
10. This special mode allows for fast programming and one hit effects see Strobe Modes section of Manual Default is OFF turn ON to activate Upload Upload software Designed to cross load software from one Flare to others in the DMX data chain This should not be used when other fixture types are in the data chain Use of this function will be prompted by Password The password is 111 Line Fred Line Frequency Allows adjustment of Flare input power frequency to match local source power for minimum visual artifacts on camera The setting depends on region of use and power source There are two options 50Hz and 60Hz Use the lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt buttons to change these values Reset Set factory defaults Two options NO and YES Use the lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt buttons to change these values Source Flare Jr Only DMX IN Wired XLR connection Wireless Optional wireless configuration Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 26 4 APPENDIX Basics oF DMX CONTROL There are 512 channels in a DMX 512 connection Channels may be assigned in any manner A fixture capable of receiving DMX 512 will require one or a number of sequential channels The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the lighting console There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number of channels required Choosin
11. VAC 50 60Hz FU 12A 250V slow blow 5x20mm Power Consumption ee EE ee AE ee ee ee ee RR EE Ee ee ee RE ee ee ee ee Ee ee 1000W LIGHT SOURCE LED linee 96 10W RBGW Cree LEDs divided into 12 segments ei E E EE EE N EE RGBW Es ie EN OE APA EE E 36 THERMAL Max ambient leimpetalife acia 104 F 40 C Min ambient temperalliasucsacicia iaa ha Aa AA 77F 25 C A A E air cooled fan CONTROL PROGRAMMING DIDGINDU iii iaia locking 5 pin XLR male socket DNX GUIDU AA AR ME EA ta locking 5 pin XLR female socket DMX pin config ee pin 1 shield pin 2 pin 3 pin 4 n a pin 5 n a CONTO tiri DMX 512 Demo Manual mode DMX Channels Basic Mode ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 3 4 6 7 8 DMX Channels Advanced Mode 10 12 13 16 19 20 24 25 32 43 56 Power CONNECTION ii Input PowerCon 20A SIDE 000000090000004 z gt 19 6 in 497 Omen Omm Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 8 3 In 210 0mm 29 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLARE JR WEIGHT DIMENSIONS Ecole 13 0 329mm A NG MAG f PPO LE iab la Gaba Ena DA Aa 5 25 133mm ICIG MG W V OKC naaa eee rea E 9 2 233mm NN MAU ERRE E 10 6 lb 4 8 kg POWER Operating VONAGE srl 100 240VAC 50 60Hz FUSC MS Ee AA ANAN 12A 250V slow blow 5x20mm Power CONSUMO sm Naa Ee EE iena 400W LIGHT SOURCE LED Sea 32 10W RBGW Cree LEDs
12. divided into 4 segments A A a a a RGBW Beam Spread 36 THERMAL Max ambient temperature sele 104 F 40 C Min ambient temperature ee EE ee ee EE ee ee Ee Ee ee ee EE ee ee RE Ee ee ee EE ee 68 F 20 C COON iia sia air cooled fan CONTROL PROGRAMMING DMX INPUT aras clas locking 5 pin XLR male socket DMX OM pararlo locking 5 pin XLR female socket DMX pin config escoria pin 1 shield pin 2 pin 3 pin 4 n a pin 5 n a CONTO AE ica DMX 512 Demo Manual mode DMX Channels Basic Mode un td 3 4 6 7 8 DMX Channels Advanced Mode 10 12 13 16 19 20 24 25 32 43 56 Power Connel RE EE plebei aa Input PowerCon 20A 433 1524 x 28 76 1295 M6 457 gici i Goo NIO WG e Ta 0000009 A 3 a RA LI AO f yi VR Fy j NSO 060 FF A tae y A _ gs bi KE x f 2 4 10 80 si Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 30
13. e original factory box and packing POWER REQUIREMENTS Before powering the unit make sure the line voltage is within the range of accepted voltages This fixture accommodates 100 240VAC 50 60Hz All fixtures must be powered directly from a switched circuit and cannot be operated with a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely as a 0 100 switch When powered up Solaris performs a preprogrammed internal test On initial power up the factory default DMX address appears on the display screen and Solaris is ready for operation After initial power up the last saved DMX address will appear FREQUENCY SETTING Depending on location change the Default Frequency setting to match the mains power e g US and Canada should be set at 60Hz Proper frequency setting will ensure minimum amount of visible artifacts when using Solaris on camera Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS maintenance of this fixture Please read these instructions carefully This user guide 7N contains important information about the installation usage and Please keep this Operation Manual for future reference If unit is sold to another user make sure they also receive this instruction booklet Ensure fixture is connected to proper voltage and that line voltage is not higher than that stated on the fixture Make sure there are no flammable materials close
14. e sure to disconnect power to the fixture before conducting maintenance Unplug fixture from power Use a vacuum or air compressor and a soft brush to remove collected dust from external vents and internal components Clean all glass when the fixture is cold with a mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue Apply solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens Gently polish optical surfaces until they are free of haze and lint The cleaning of internal and external optical lenses and or mirrors must be carried out periodically to optimize light output Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture operates damp smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the units optics Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid Always dry the parts carefully Clean the external optics at least every 20 days Clean the internal optics at least every 30 to 60 days LIMITED WARRANTY Solaris fixtures the Product are warranted by TMB against defective materials or workmanship for a period of two 2 years from the date of original sale by TMB TMB s warranty shall be restricted to the repair or replacement of any part that proves to be defective and for which a claim is submitted to TMB before the expiration of the applicable warranty periods This Limited Warranty is void if the defects of the
15. fter the strobe fx channels There is no background color when in RGB Strobe and RGBW Strobe mode The background pixels run at burst speed in this mode The foreground strobe is randomized which is not achievable in any other mode and is difficult to reproduce with most DMX controllers at this rate ASYNC STROBO Found in the CONFIG Menu The purpose of this mode is to make quick one shot effects within the Strobe FX channel much easier If the Strobe Rate and Duration channels are set at zero and the FX channel is at a value for one of the strobe effects any change in the strobe intensity channel will cause the Strobe FX effect to one shot at this intensity value This feature makes firing an effect once very easy reducing your number of cues by half Note When in this mode any change to the strobe intensity channel within DMX values 1 255 will cause the Flare to fire a single shot of either an effect or a single strobe at the intensity value selected STROBE ONLY MODE In this mode the fixture can act as a generic 4 channel Strobe In this mode strobe color can be selected EXIT button di Basic RGB 8bit RGB 16bit RGBW 8bit RGBW 16bit Strobe Only RGB strobe RGBW strobe Select button Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 UP button DOWN button 18 EXIT button button E Strobe Only e Str Color DOWN button Select button 0 255 0 100 Strobe In
16. g a start address should be planned in advance Channels should never overlap If they do this will result in erratic operation of the overlapping fixtures You can however control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting address as long as the intended result is that of unison movement or operation In other words the fixtures will be slaved together and all will respond identically DMX fixtures are often designed to receive and transmit data through a DMX daisy chain A DMX daisy chain is where the DMX OUT of one fixture connects to the DMX IN of the next fixture The order in which the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a lighting console communicates to each fixture Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling Connect fixtures using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable such as ProPlex DMX with 5 pin XLR male to female connectors The shield ground is pin 1 while pin 2 is Data Negative D and pin 3 is Data positive D Pins 4 and 5 are not used according to the DMX 512 standard GENERAL MAINTENANCE To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency As a general rule fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear B
17. h intensity or color very quickly to simulate strobing of individual segments However Strobe functions and Strobe color can only be set for the whole fixture e pixel Y e pixel H vertical horizontal 6 pixel H COCO lele ooo eie COCO OOOO COICO EF a a ad 4 EE OOOO COCO y a Oj jeteteteraiey OD oio DOE 5 12 pixel i BOONG gorao e OO KONO A ANG ONG NO NOO E ON AAATArAE Mia Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 21 PIXEL LOCATIONS FLARE JR Flare Jr consists out of 32 10W Cree LEDs which are located in 4 rows and 8 columns In advanced controlling modes the Flare Jr can be controlled as a wash in 1 2 or 4 pixel modes Note Only the entire fixture can be Strobed Operators can chase individual sections with intensity or color very quickly to simulate strobing of individual segments However Strobe functions and Strobe color can only be set for the whole fixture 1 pixel ADVANCED RGB STROBE DMX CHANNELS FLARE DMX VALUE 0 255 0 255 0 255 0 255 0 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 O 255 0 255 CHANNEL PERCENT 0 100 0 100 0 100 0 100 0 100 O 100 O 100 0 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 0 100 0 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 O 100 O
18. ield Pin 1 Data signal Pin 2 Data signal Pin 3 Do not use N Do not use Do not use N Do not use Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 SETTING UP A DMX SERIAL DATA LINK 1 Connect the male 5 pin XLR connector of the data cable to the female 5 pin XLR output of the DMX console Connect the other end of the data cable female 5 pin XLR to the male 5 pin XLR connector located on the Solaris Flare DMX S 12 Lighting Console Step 1 r Apa PR DMX out Ca n LA kos Continue linking FIXTURE MOUNTING Orientation Paa O AdU Mina A fi Mo DMX input ALA Son Step 2 Connect from the fixture output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so forth 3 Continue linking until the last fixture is connected in your DMX signal data chain Flare and Flare Jr fixtures may be mounted in any position Always make sure there is adequate room for ventilation Do not obstruct unit s fan or vents Support Stand Always use a professional stand rated to support weight greater than the fixture see technical specifications Attach a TVMP spigot to the yoke of the Flare or Flare Jr and mount on the stand Rigging Always consult a certified rigging specialist before suspending any fixture overhead Use ProBurger couplers or equivalent C or O type clamps for attaching to truss It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway
19. is manual before powering or installing the unit Follow the safety precautions listed herein Observe all warnings in this manual and those printed on the unit Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 1 INTRODUCTION PRODUCT OVERVIEW Solaris Flare and Flare Jr are combination wash strobe blinders with up to 1000 Watts of LED RGBW brightness instantaneous color mixing and 1200Hz refresh rate for smooth on camera dimming One Solaris Flare or Flare Jr does the job of many conventional LED fixtures saving setup time and labor Simultaneous color wash strobe and blinder in one fixture Up to 1000 Wait brightness in a single LED fixture Produces powerful organic light like one giant LED Instantaneous RGBW color mixing 1200Hz refresh rate Pixel map feature up to 12 Flare or 4 Flare Jr discrete individually controlled LED sections WHAT IS INCLUDED e 1x Solaris Flare or Flare Jr e 1x Power cable e 1x User Manual UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Upon receipt of the fixture carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good condition Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear to be damaged from shipping or if the carton itself shows signs of mishandling Save the carton and all packing materials In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory it is important that the fixture be returned in th
20. itance between conductors 30 pF ft Max capacitance between conductor and shield 55 pF ft Max resistance of 20 ohms 1000 ft Nominal impedance 100 140 ohms POWER LINKING FLARE JR The Flare JR has a Neutrik PowerCon IN and THRU connection allowing power linking daisy chaining Depending on the power provided you should not exceed the power threshold Max 5 units 10 120V max 10 units 208 240V Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 CABLE CONNECTORS Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end DMX connector configuration 1 SHIELD OUTPUT Termination reduces signal errors To avoid signal transmission problems and interference it is always advisable to connect a DMX signal terminator Resistance 120 ohm 1 4w between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX of the last fixture CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture s chassis ground Grounding the common can cause a ground loop and your fixture may perform erratically Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other 3 PIN TO 5 PIN CONVERSION CHART If using a console with a 3 pin DMX output connector a 3 pin to 5 pin adapter is needed The chart below details a proper cable conversion 3 PIN TO 5 PIN CONVERSION CHART Conductor 5 Pin Male Input Ground Sh
21. ity curve selection User definable fades LCD control panel display with 4 control buttons 2 SETUP Disconnect the power cord before replacing the fuse Always replace with the correct fuse type FUSE REPLACEMENT Flare and Flare Jr use a 12A 250V slow blow fuse 5x20mm To replace fuse 1 With a screwdriver turn the fuse cap counter clockwise to remove fuse cap with fuse 2 Replace fuse attached to fuse cap 3 Reinsert fuse cap with new fuse and tighten clockwise FIXTURE LINKING A DMX data link is needed to operate one or more fixtures via a DMX 512 lighting console The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a DMX data link determines the number of fixtures the DMX data link can support Important Fixtures on a DMX data link must be daisy chained in one single line To comply with the EIA 485 standard no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal Maximum recommended DMX data link distance between fixtures 984 ft 300 meters DMX DATA CABLE Use a ProPlex DMX cable or equivalent which meets the specifications for EIA RS 485 applications Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances The data cable must have the following characteristics 2 conductor twisted pair plus a shield Max capac
22. l Manual Control Demo Demonstration scenes Config Configuration Menu Main Menu Functions Flare Jr DMX Address DMX address selection DMX Source Wireless or wired Control Control mode selection menu Manual Manual Control Demo Demonstration scenes Config Configuration Menu During normal operation the Control Panel LED Display indicates DMX start address When the DMX signal is not connected or if the Flare is not receiving a DMX signal the address blinks RED Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 g MENU MAP FLARE Red 0 255 Green 0 255 Blue 0 255 White 0 255 RGB 8 bit RGB 16b bit RGBW 8 bit RGBW 16 bit Red 0 255 Strobe Only Green 0 255 RGB Strobe l Blue 0 255 White 0 255 Strobe Only Color Selec tion RED 0 265 Intensity 0 255 GREEN 0 256 Duration 0 255 BLUE 0 255 WHITE 0 28 Rate 0 255 FX 0 255 Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 DMX LOSS ON 10s 30s 3 i il ME se 85 Upload Password 50 60 Hz Reset MENU MAP FLARE JR en Dex Loss MI Red 0 255 bo ia Basic Advanced Green 0 255 siti om White 0 255 Display RGB RGB 16b bit RGBW mapiya NEE RON 79 DR Red 0 255 Strobe Only ere ci RGB Strobe Bai css Smart Fade White 0 255 Fixed Fade Intensity 0 255 Duration 0 255 Rate 0 255 2 FX 0 255 Ca fl Upload i a Line Freq
23. re In each of the control modes the fixture occupies varying numbers of DMX channels and has different control channels To enter the Control submenu follow these steps 1 Press and hold lt MENU gt button to open the Main Menu 2 Use lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt buttons to find the Control submenu EXIT UP button button Main Menu 7 DMX Address Control Manual Demo Config Select DOWN button button 3 Press lt SELECT gt button to access the Control submenu 4 Choose the correct Control Mode type Basic or Advanced EXIT UP button button ja Control Basic Advanced Select DOWN button button When the Control submenu is opened there are two settings to choose from Basic This mode allows for simple control of the fixture as a Blinder Wash fixture or as a Strobe Advanced This mode allows for independent control of Blinder Wash functions and the Strobe functions This mode also allows for independent color and intensity control of every segment of LEDs independently Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 15 Basic MODE In Basic Mode the fixture can be used as a wash blinder generic strobe or color strobe The first modes are the RGB and RGBW modes in 8bit resolution or 16bit resolution The RGB modes are designed to automatically adjust the white LEDs according to the RGB mix coming from the lighting controller The RGBW modes are designed to give independent control of all
24. ress the connection button once located on the front panel of the wireless transmitter device This will pair the wireless transmitter with all unpaired Flare Jrs found in the wireless range After completing the above the Flare Jr main screen will look like one of these O DMX src WIRELESS all O DMX src WIRELESS atl MODE RGBW pix 1 12ch DMX footprint 1 12 Menu MODE RGBW pix 1 12ch DMX footprint 1 12 Menu If the wireless symbol is yellow a wireless connection has been made but no DMX signal is present Check the input DMX connections on the wireless transmitter to solve this problem If the wireless symbol is Green the built in wireless receiver has an input signal and the system is ready for use To break the wireless link with all the Flare Jrs Press the connection button located at the wireless transmitter front panel This will break the connection with all wireless devices connected in the wireless link To break the wireless link with an individual Flare Jr Press and hold the button at upper right of the Flare Jr LCD indicated with red square below This will break the connection with the particular Flare Jr C DMX sre WIRELESS all MODE RGBW pix 1 12ch DMX footprint 1 12 Menu Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 14 Control Flare and Flare Jr control mode selections Flare and Flare Jr are two fixtures in one a strobe fixture and a wash blinder fixtu
25. roducts returned without an RMA will be refused Please contact TMB and request RMA prior to shipping the fixture Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return Be sure to properly pack fixture any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer s responsibility TMB reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product s As a suggestion proper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method to use Note If you are given an RMAX please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box 1 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 The RMA 5 A brief description of the symptoms CONTACT INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION TMB US Phone 1 818 899 8818 Fax 1 818 899 8813 UK Phone 44 0 20 8574 9700 Fax 44 0 20 8574 9701 e mail tmb info tmb com web www tmb com 24 7 TECHNICAL SUPPORT TMB US Canada 1 877 TMB DUDE 1 877 862 3833 Toll free UK 0800 652 5418 International 1 818 794 1286 e mail techsupport tmb com Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 28 9 1 in 234 0mm TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLARE WEIGHT DIMENSIONS Ee AR N OO EE A EE N 19 6 497mm VC RR EE EE EE OE EE OE 8 3 210mm SA ale ee ee 9 1 232mm Won RE EL EE a 14 3 ID 6 5 kg POWER Operating Voltage eie ee EE ee ee RR EE ee ee ee Ee ee ee ee Ee ee ee ee 100 240
26. sid SS a 00285 0 100 a nte est __ e oss 0 100 opixreainensty JO O a os 0 100 opixGreeninensiy JO O OOOO a oss 0 100 opixsuemensiy __ ss 0 255 0 100 Ho pi eg imensty e os 0 100 wesen mass __ ar 0 255 0 100 0 pte sy OOOO se oz 0 100 meram Cp 8 AA Sd SSS a o 0 100 wpiccreenintensiy e oss 0 100 iepwewemesy __ ADVANCED RGBW STROBE DMX CHANNELS FLARE FLARE Jr PIXEL MODE CHANNEL DMX VALUE PERCENT FUNCTION PIXEL MODE FUNCTION S RGBW PIXEL MODE 1 RGBW PIXEL MODE 2V or 2H RGBW PIXEL MODE 3 RGBW PIXEL Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 O 100 2 pix Green intensity RGBW PIXEL 2 pix Green intensity 0 100 2 pix Blue intensity MODE 2Vor 2 pix Blue intensity 2H 0 100 2 pix White intensity 2 pix White intensity O 100 4 pix White intensity 4 pix White intensity 23 0 255 O 100 5 pix Red intensity a oa 0 100 i ren ney ar 0 86 0 100 space mens RGBW PIXEL 28 0 255 0 100 SpixWhiteinensiy so 0 86 0 100 spxeenmesg __ es 0 00 ene mens __ se 0 86 000 econo mens __ e o 0 00 rones mens __ os 0 00 a os om 7pixbwe mens OOOO as 0 86 0 100 7 pow mensiy es 0 100 fepna os om pi areeniensy O OOOO o o oo spxBeenesg o os oo eve mens __ os oo ones __ Ue o owo spxeenmesg __ sos oo spxBeenesg RGBW PIXEL 1 44
27. tensity 0 255 0 100 Strobe Duration Strobe Only Mode 0 255 0 100 Strobe Rate O 255 0 100 Strobe FX ADVANCED MODES This control submenu setup is for advanced users allowing control of both Strobe Color and Strobe Intensity Duration Rate FX independently of Wash Blinder background color This also allows independent control individual segments of 8 LEDs in the array RGB or RGBW control can be selected plus the desired pixel segments The LED segments are comprised of 8 LEDs There are two segments of 8 LEDs per row There are 6 rows of LEDs for a total of 12 controllable segments The more segments chosen the more sets of RGB or RGBW will follow the Strobe Color and Strobe Control channels Choose how many sections PIXELS of control after choosing color mode RGB or RGBW EXIT UP button button Control A x Basic Advanced Select button 7 Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 DOWN _ button 19 gt Advanced RGB RGBW Select button 7 Select button UF Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 DOWN button DOWN button 20 PIXEL LOCATIONS FLARE Flare consists out of 96 10W Cree LEDs which are located in 8 rows and 16 columns In advanced controlling modes the Flare may be controlled as a wash with 1 2 3 4 6 or 12 pixel modes Note Only the entire fixture can be Strobed Operators can chase individual sections wit
28. test edge transition test Demo 21 White Fast Flash Demo 11 Color Intensity Amplitude Modulation Auto 1 Automatic selection of all demonstrations test Demo 1 Demo 21 During the demo functions using the lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt buttons will change the demo scenes To exit Demo mode press the lt EXIT gt button This mode works as a stand alone mode Even if the Flare is turned off and then back on the selected demo scene will be saved While in the Demo menu the demonstration scene will play When exited from Demo mode the Flare will return to a normal state of operation Config Configuration setup In this menu the following functions may be selected DMX LOSS Select desired function should the Flare lose DMX signal HOLD Hold the last received DMX values when DMX signal is lost OFF Do not hold the last received DMX values when DMX signal is lost Also stops light output Fan Cooling Fan AUTO Fan speed is automatically controlled by the Flare and will adjust according to temperatures at normal operating levels ON Fan cooling always is turned on Display Automatic power on off ON Control display is turned on 10s Control display is turned off after 10 seconds of inactivity 30s Control display is turned off after 30 seconds of inactivity Thermometer Internal temperature gauge The built in thermometer tracks internal operating temperature Pressing the lt UP gt and lt DOWN gt bu
29. to the unit while operating Always disconnect from the power source before servicing or fuse replacement Always use the fuse specified in this manual Always use a safety cable when hanging fixture overhead Maximum ambient temperature Ta is 40 C 104 F Do not operate fixture at temperatures above this rating In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately Repairs must be carried out by trained authorized personnel Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center Only OEM spare parts should be used Do not connect the device to a dimmer pack Make sure power cord is never crimped or damaged Never disconnect power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source during operation Caution There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact your distributor Technical Features Description Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 Flare 96 10W RGBW Cree LEDs divided into 2 3 4 6 or 12 pixels Flare Jr 32 10W RGBW Cree LEDs divided into 1 2 or 4 pixels Variable intensity control 0 100 in 8bit or 16bit control modes Beam spread 36 Refresh rate 1200HZ Flash Duration control 0 650ms flashes per second Flash Rate control 0 16 7Hz 50Hz 0 20Hz 60Hz Continuous blinder wash effect Flash intens
30. ttons selects degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit Fade Time Fade time setup The operator can set the way the Flare reacts to changing DMX values This is designed to allow the light output of the Flare to react as smoothly as possible when crossfading DMX values OFF The Flare will not change the smoothness of crossfading of values coming from the lighting controller Solaris Flare Flare Jr user manual version 9 1 111215 25 Smart Fade The Flare will attempt to add smoothness to crossfading DMX values coming from the lighting controller but will also allow for very quick change of values where smoothness is not applicable Fixed Fade The fade time for any change in DMX values can be set manually The timing values can be set from 0 01 to 2 50 seconds Use the lt Up gt and lt Down gt buttons to change these values Gamma Gamma correction curve selection This sets direct relation between AC current to the LEDs and the DMX value The lower the value the dimming curve and steps of intensity will be more noticeable at the bottom of the DMX range The higher the value the smoother the bottom end of the curve will be where the human eye detects more subtle changes Gamma 8 8 bit rate Gamma correction setup Color dimming curve values can be set from 1 0 to 5 0 The default value is 3 0 Gamma 16 16 bit rate Gamma correction setup Each color dimming curve values from 1 0 to 5 0 The default value is 1 0 Async Strobo
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