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1. 5 2 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual Table 5 1 Identifying blown fuses remove the fixture s two panel covers D 2 Rotate screw latches E on board cover plates F 180 degrees to unlock Lift off board cover plates Fuse Fuse Location and Access see Figure 5 2 Symptom of Failure Fixture shuts down Main fixture One fuse on outside of fixture under power cap A and will not receive power Two output fuses inside the topbox next to pan board B To access 1 Use a wide tip flat head screwdriver to loosen the two Fixture shuts down Motor supply captive screws C on each side of the fixture and and will not receive power 2 phase driver boards Two fuses on the board controlling Focus Frost Zoom Two fuses on each module driver board G below the connector The Color mix module in Slot 1 has two driver boards To access any of the 2 phase boards Remove the bezel as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 Rotate fixture to the location of the Module motors will be off Each fuse protects two of the 4 motors associated with each board LEDs will remain on One fuse on the Tilt board H near the fixture lens To access Remove the bezel as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 3 phase Pan and Tilt boards One fuse on the Pan board I in the
2. 4 14 Table 4 9 Gobo Rotate Functions and Rotate Options 4 15 Table 4 10 Gobo 2 Function Descriptions 4 16 Table 4 11 Gobo2 Rotate Functions and Available Options 4 17 Table 4 12 Iris Setting Descriptions sis 4 18 Table 5 1 Identifying blown fuses nessen iener AA araras rsa aaa rai 5 3 Table 5 2 Fuse replacement oes eet 5 3 Table 6 LED States aa e nie een E E 6 1 xvi x Spot User Manual Chapter 1 Features and Specifications The x Spot luminaire integrates multiple advances in automated lighting technology to give the lighting designer the ultimate hard edge fixture for professional applications The modular design shown in Figure 1 1 includes three user configurable slots to allow maximum customization and upgradability Standard Configuration A standard configuration for x Spot includes the following modules e Slot 1 Six Wheel Color Mixing e Slot 2 Dual Rotating Gobos e Slot 3 Rotating Gobo and Iris Figure 1 1 x Spot Fixture Components LENS ASSEMBLY SLOT 3 Rotating Gobo and Iris Module Dual Rotating Gobos Module Six Wheel Color Mixing Module x Spot User Manual Features and Specifications 1 1 In the standard x Spot configuration the wheels of the modules in Slots 2 and 3 interleave to allow for the maximum range of effects Figure 1
3. 2 5 Linking the Fixture S Hai aa M 2 6 Data Cabling and Connectors 2 6 DMX Data Cables viii in irritan 2 6 Cable Connection 2 6 Setting Up the Link ale 2 7 Constructing a Terminator nennen 2 8 Powering On the Fixture see IRRE EN sis pope ei tor exea 2 9 Honming the A rettet e esten ee e Eo Ee Eu e EEE ot nen Re 2 9 Viewing the Display Panel reete tute e tede cde ede e dee eerte neos 2 9 Fixture Software Versioni sedeo AN 2 9 Fixture Configuration Type ette tenete ae nenn ann 2 9 DMX Start Ch nnlel ee eu in 2 10 Error Message Display nen nes 2 10 Verifying and Uploading Fixture 5 2 10 Setting the DMX Start Channel sise 2 11 shutting Down the Fixt re u nennen ns EEE ses 2 12 Chapter 3 Fixture Operation Direct x Spot Menu System ACCESS sise 3 1 TalkBack Support for Remote ACCESS sisi 3 1 Navigating the Menu System sise 3 2 The x Spot Display 3 2 Navigational Basics iei nere eo et 3 3 Display in Menu Locked Mode aaa R 3 3 Fixture Software VELSION uie ettet pep ne binnen 3 3 Fixture Configuration Type it 3 3 DMX Start Channel aii 3 3 Error Message Display een BT 3 4 Unlocking the Menu
4. Safe Disables all Control settings for normal operation Pan amp Tilt MSpeed Off Sets Pan amp Tilt MSpeed off Display Off Sets display to off Display Dim Dims display characters Display Bright Brightens the display characters Home All Remotely homes the fixture Lamp On Remotely restrikes the fixture s lamp Lamp Off Remotely extinguishes the fixture s lamp Remotely shuts down the fixture When a fixture is shut down Shutdown the lamp is extinguished power to the motors is disabled and the display reads SHUTDOWN If a fixture is in shutdown mode the fixture must be homed to bring it back into operation Home Pan Tilt Home Color System Home Gobo System Home Strobe Dim Home Focus Zoom Frost Home Iris Remotely homes individual function groups without homing all the fixture s features x Spot User Manual The x Spot Menu System 49 Six Wheel Color Mixing Module Parameters This module is the standard option for Slot 1 in x Spot fixtures It combines a static color wheel with three color mixing wheels and two color correction wheels as shown in Figure 4 3 e The static color wheel contains 5 dichroic filter wedges plus open white e The cyan magenta and yellow color mixing wheels have graduated color from open white to full saturation Color Temperature Orange CTO and Color Temperature Blue wheels provide
5. COLOR FUNC CONTIN Open to 100 Cyan 2200 iud When MIX COLOR FUNC SPIN Set forward spin speed rate from 0 60 or POSITION fh Hn reverse spin speed rate from 60 0 Set Position on ne from 1 360 CYAN REV SPIN HH degrees SPIN STOP HH CYCRATE HMIXCOLOR FUNC CYCLE Cycle rate as 0 100 of maximum RDMRATE MIX COLORFUNC RANDOM Random rate as 0 100 of maximum HH BLINK MIX COLOR FUNC BLINK Blink rate as 0 10096 of maximum Tenue ISN x 10dS x La dew nuw Onboard Presets Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels lt gt moves between items on the same EDIT SCENE SLOT 1 MENU level selects gt scrolls between values 4 selects PURE MIX 9 H MIX COLOR FUNC PURE MIX Open 100 Magenta CONTIN H MIX COLOR FUNC CONTIN Open 100 Magenta FWD SPIN HH MAGENTA POETIN REV SPIN TH degrees SPIN STOP HH MAGENTA NOT USED MIX COLOR FUNC CYCLE or RANDOM BLINK MIX COLOR FUNC BLINK PURE MIX 9 MIX COLOR FUNC PURE MIX Open 100 Yellow CONTIN H MIX COLOR FUNC CONTIN Open 100 Yellow FWD SPIN HH POSITION 44 3g When MIX COLOR FUNC SPIN Set forward spin speed rate from 0 60 or YELLOW reverse spin speed rate from 60 0 Set Position on wheel from 1 360 REV SPIN HH degrees SPIN STO
6. INDEXED Takes the quickest path and snaps to the chosen position FWD SPIN Allows a forward wheel spin at variable speeds REV SPIN HF Allows a reverse wheel spin at variable speeds SCAN HF Oscillates the wheel at a factory determined range and speed RANDOM Selects random positions at variable speeds BLINK Closes then reopens the shutter between indexed position changes TBD 9 Reserved CONTIN Hd Allows positioning at any point on the wheel allows for a smaller step GOBO 2 FUNCTION between wheel positions for crossfades MS INDEXED HH MS FWD SPIN HH MS REV SPIN Ht These GOBO 2 FUNCTIONs operate the same but at the motor speed time SCAN HH assigned in the MSPEED Menu instead of full speed MS RANDOM 4 For more information see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 MS BLINK HH MS TBD HH MS CONTIN HH OPEN Sets wheel to open position with DMX value of 0 or 255 POSITION 2 HH POSITION 3 HH When GOBO 2 FUNCTION INDEXED or MS INDEXED the display POSITION 4 THH indicates options for centering the beam at any litho position on the wheel GOBO 2POSITION POSITION 5 and the associated DMX value POSITION 6 3Hg When GOBO 2 FUNCTION RANDOM SCAN or BLINK MS RANDOM MS SCAN OR MS BLINK that word replaces Position in the display POSITION 7 HH POSITION 8 HH CONTIN GOBO 2 FUNCTION CONTIN Select from 0 360 degrees with DMX value Tenue ISN x 10dS
7. CTO and CTB Color Temperature Orange CTO and Color Temperature Blue CTB wheels allow a full range of color temperature adjustment in x Spot fixtures Channel 21 and 22 control the CTO and the CTB wheels respectively Each wheel can be set from Full filtering to Open no filtering Full CTO adjusts temperature to a low value of 3 000K Full CTB brings the color temperature to a high of 7 500K Both CTO and CTB contain a diffusion filter wedge used to adjust beam flatness Beam flattening equalizes the intensity across the beam to minimize hotspots CTO and CTB are not affected by Color Mix function settings 4 12 The x Spot Menu System x Spot User Manual Dual Rotating Gobos Module Parameters The Dual Rotating Gobos module shown in Figure 4 5 is the standard x Spot module for Slot 2 Gobo 1 is an 8 position wheel containing seven standard lithopatterns plus open An additional bracket behind positions 3 and 7 of Gobo 1 holds static lithos for creating various Moire and overlay effects at those positions The second wheel in this module is an 8 position Effects wheel containing seven effects and open This module uses the same size lithos as High End Systems Studio Spot 575 fixture and can be easily customized See Replacing x Spot Lithopatterns and Effects Glass on page 5 12 Figure 4 5 Wheels in the Dual Rotating Gobos module Rotating Gobo 1 Position 1 Open deles Position 8 Position 2
8. Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels A lt gt moves between items on the same level selects v scrolls between values selects Set time in sec of 1 0 75 66 50 33 25 with DMX value to boost the lamp ers ai with BOOST BLK then closes the shutter LAMP FUNCTION poosTagwerr Select time in sec of 1 0 75 66 50 33 25 with DMX value to boost the setting at LAMP lamp then leave the shutter open with lamp dimmed EFFECT LIGHTNING Hu Select from factory programmed lightning effects 1 6 with DMX value Dim channel scales brightness of the lightning effects DIM HHZ DIM from 0 100 with DMX value See LAMP FUNCTION NORMAL No modification to Shutter or Dim functions LAMP STROBE Adds Lamp boosting to strobing in the Shutter options LAMP FUNCTION LAMP EFFECT Adds Boost effects and lightning effects to Shutter options DUAL DIM Adds electronic dimming to mechanical dimming for Dim settings LAMP DIM Sets Dim for electronic dimming only PAN DEGHH 44 Displays Degrees from 0 620 with 16 bit DMX value TILT DEGHH HHHHF Displays Degrees from 0 240 with 16 bit DMX value EDIT SCENE CHASSIS MENU OPEN Opens the frost flags and displays DMX values 1 and 255 VARIABLE variable diffusion from full 100 with frost flags closed to 0 CLOSED 135 DMX value for fully closed frost flags PERIODIC Set Periodic strobe rates from
9. Tunnel emm TN Position 3 osition Fin Fan Left and Fin Fan Right Parquet one in static aperture to achieve Moire effect Position 6 A Position 4 Broadband Velvet Fold Position 5 Lumoil cyan magenta Rotating Effects Position 1 Open Position 8 Dx Position 2 PsychoTunnel gt Slow Glass Position 7 Ligneous Position 3 3 Facet Prism A Position 4 5 Facet Prism Position 6 Lenticular Position 5 Fusion Fire Blue x Spot User Manual The x Spot Menu System 4 13 In the following parameter descriptions the term Spin indicates motion of the large wheel and Rotate refers to motion of the smaller aperture wheels holding individual lithopatterns or effects glass Gobo Function The Gobo Function parameter is controlled with DMX Channel 23 for Gobo 1 and DMX Channel 28 for the Effects wheel and determines how the gobo wheel moves The Gobo Function parameter can be enabled in either full speed controller crossfading the wheel positions or MSpeed MSpeed control of the wheel motor For more information about MSpeed see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 Table 4 8 Gobo Function Descriptions Gobo Function Description Indexed Allows the gobo wheel to take the quickest path and snap to the chosen aperture Forward Spin Allows a forward gobo wheel spin at variable speeds Reverse Spin Allows a reverse gobo wheel spin at variable speeds Scan Oscillates the gobo whee
10. To send a scene s parameter setting to other fixtures 1 Disconnect or bypass any controllers serial data distributors data line optoisolators and any fixtures using RS 422 communications such as Dataflash AF1000 xenon strobes and Intellabeam fixtures These devices will block communication between x Spot fixtures on the link 2 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to ONBOARD PRESETS MENU and press the Enter button to select 4 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to SEND PRESETS TO FIXTURES XXX 5 Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to YES to SEND PRESETS and press the Enter button to select The fixture sends presets for that scene to all x Spots on the link and returns DONE when action is complete x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 15 Set Parameters Menu The Set Parameters menu sets all factory options to their default settings or changes the factory options individually These factory options are set for the User A or User B bank of settings individually To change User Mode see Select User Mode on page 3 20 Factory Default Settings A standard configuration x Spot fixture ships with the following factory default settings Preset Playback OFF Tilt Invert DISABLED Lamp Life Limit DISAB
11. x Spot User Manual Setup and Configuration 2 11 Note The last valid Start channel for an x Spot fixture is based on the channel range required by fixture s module configuration The last valid start channel for a standard configuration x Spot fixture is 475 512 384 1 5 Press the Enter button to accept the new DMX Start channel The display will stop flashing when a new option is entered The new option will not be stored until the Enter button is pressed Shutting Down the Fixture The x Spot fixture automatically shuts down in the event of DMX data loss A DMX controller can shut down the fixture remotely with the Shutdown option in the Control Channel see Appendix A x Spot DMX Protocol for DMX tables Note Before shutting down the fixture set the Focus parameter to 65 This balances the head on shutdown for easier handling and transporting 2 12 Setup and Configuration x Spot User Manual Chapter 3 Fixture Operation The Onboard Menu System controls all fixture operation This chapter discusses Accessing the Menu System navigation the options available at each Menu level and includes examples DMX programming used to control one or more fixtures on a link for show creation can be executed through the Onboard Presets Menu or a DMX Controller For more information regarding DMX programming options and parameters see Chapter 4 DMX Programming Direct x Spot Menu System Access The displ
12. C 10 Safety Information x Spot User Manual Appendix D Menu Map This Appendix contains the Menu Map for the standard x Spot fixture configuration Edit Scene parameters in the Preset Menu and some settings in other menus will vary in different module configurations Navigational Basics 1 Unlock the Menu system by pressing the MenuY button for a few seconds until the display goes to the 2 line format You are now at the top level menus 2 Use the left and right arrows gt on the 4 way Navigation button to scroll through Menu options at the current level 3 Stopatthe option you want and press the Enter 4 button to select Note The menu system does not store an option until the Enter button is pressed If there is another level of menu choices repeat Steps 2 and 3 When you reach the option or setting level of the menu the display shows the option currently set for that menu item Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the desired option or setting The option will blink until selected Pressing the Enter button stores the setting Pressing the Menu button returns you to the previous menu level without changing the value of an option 6 Continue pressing the Menu button to move back up levels until exiting the menu system Level 1 Menus The following tables describe the sub levels and options for each of the top level menus See Chapter 3 for a more detailed description of the menu sy
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14. hex Full Speed Control Indexed 0 15 0 6 0 OF Forward Rotate 16 31 6 12 10 1F Reverse Rotate 32 47 13 18 20 2F Scan 48 63 19 25 30 3F Blink 64 79 25 31 40 4F Reserved 80 95 31 37 50 5F Reserved 96 111 38 44 60 6F 35 Gobo 2 Rotate Reserved 112 127 44 50 70 7F Function MSpeed Control Indexed 128 143 50 56 80 8F Forward Rotate 144 159 57 62 90 9F Reverse Rotate 160 175 63 69 AO AF Scan 176 191 69 75 BO BF Blink 192 207 75 81 CO CF Reserved 208 223 82 88 DO DF Reserved 224 239 88 94 EO EF Reserved 240 255 94 100 FO FF Indexed Blink Modes Position from 0 360 degrees 0 255 0 100 0 FF Continuously Variable Forward Rotate Mode 36 Gobo 2 Rotate Rotate Stop 0 3 0 1 0 3 Coarse Forward Rotate Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Reverse Rotate Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Scan Mode Scan Slowest to Fastest 0 255 0 100 O FF 37 Gobo 2 Rotate Indexed Mode Fine Low Order Byte position from 0 360 degrees 0 255 0 100 0 Closed 0 0 0 Variable Iris 1 127 1 50 01 7F Open 128 135 50 53 80 87 Periodic Strobe Variable 136 151 53 59 88 97 Random Strobe Variable 152 167 60 66 98 A7 38 Iris Ramp Open Snap Shut Variable 168 183 66 72 A8 B7 Snap Open Ramp Shut Variable 184 199 72 78 B8 C7 Ramp Open Ramp Shut Variable 200 215 78 84 C8 D7 Random Ramp Snap Variable 216 231 85 91 D8 E7 Random Snap Ramp Variable 232 247 91 97 E8 F7 Open 248 255
15. 4 Connect a male terminator to the Data Out connector of the last fixture in the link see Constructing a Terminator For information on obtaining a terminator see the following section Constructing a Terminator Install a 120 ohm 1 4 watt minimum terminator in the fixture s Data Out female cable connector in the last fixture on each DMX link A terminator on the last fixture of the link prevents data reflection which can corrupt the data communication on the link Purchase a terminator from a High End Systems dealer distributor see Optional Accessories on page 1 4 or follow the instructions below to construct a terminator To construct a terminator 1 Disassemble a male 5 pin XLR connector 2 Solder a 120 ohm resistor minimum of 1 4 watt between pins two and three see Figure 2 6 3 Reassemble the XLR connector Figure 2 6 Data cable terminator 2 8 Setup and Configuration x Spot User Manual Powering On the Fixture N Caution Do not power on the fixture until verifying that the line cord cap is suitable for the power source in your location Warning This equipment for connection to a branch circuit having a maximum overload protection of 20 A The x Spot fixture does not have a power switch To power on the fixture simply connect it to an appropriately rated power source Once connected controller commands can remotely power up or shutdown the fixture see Appendix A for DMX Tables
16. EUER 3 21 oor cc illa diia iia 3 21 Crossloading Fixture Software Eos 3 21 Test Options Meinl bottone ee ene 3 23 Homing the FIKU A er trit teeth o de eR OR iR ERROR Ei 3 23 A REOR EMI EI ERO Ie abii 3 23 Copying the Boot Code teer ee eres seins i o e Ais nes ue 3 23 Self Test Menu ii tite 3 24 Information Menu o ERR T eere este eve in Hoo He Pio De Poo ie M AS A 3 25 Sensor Status Menu RE In SDR ni 3 25 Unique INUmber 3 25 DMX Values 3 25 Temperatures Menu ect ertet 3 26 Fixture Hours 3 27 Fixture Hours Resinas i ARA LO A a pae iaa habs 3 27 Eamp 22 Rei AIRLINE 3 27 Lamp Strikes DM EE 3 27 Lamp HR Strike Reset esiseinas iaia 3 27 Lamp StatuSt ss ottieni lalla bla Hi an isn 3 28 Software Version anale Aa a 3 28 Display a LOR tie 3 28 Channels Needed ieser Dear dea ai del oe eee 3 28 Next DMX Channel iui aa 3 28 x Spot User Manual xi Chapter 4 DMX Programming X Spot DMX erae 4 1 DMX Programming Options 4 2 Show Creation with a DMX Controller ss 4 2 Show Creation with Onboard Preset MenU 4 2 Creating alonso 4 2 Playing Back a Loop ue Ine a te hee eter e pee e ee ERR 4 3 Synchronizing Preset Playback ss 4 3 DMX Parameter Descriptions 4 4 B sic Fixture Paramet rs 4 4 Pan an
17. However it is very important to disconnect power to the fixture before performing certain procedures shown in this manual Homing the Fixture When the x Spot fixture is connected to an appropriately rated power source it automatically begins a homing procedure to verify that the major functions of the fixture color wheels iris and shutter are oriented properly For information on remotely homing the fixture via a DMX controller see Appendix A for DMX Tables The initial homing ends with the display in the Menu Locked mode Viewing the Display Panel The x Spot display panel gives access to the fixture s onboard Menu System When the Menu System is in locked mode the panel displays in large 8 character words designed to be viewed from a distance Under normal circumstances when the display is locked it cycles between displaying the fixture s software version V the High End Systems logo the x Spot logo the fixture s configuration type STANDARD and the fixture s DMX start channel DMX_C Any errors present are also displayed in an 8 character error description Chapter 3 describes the menu system in detail Fixture Software Version The software version loaded on the fixture can vary even between units purchased at the same time Verifying and Uploading Fixture Software on page 2 10 describes the procedures to ensure that all x Spot fixtures on the link are running the latest software Fixture Configuration Typ
18. REV ROT Allows a reverse aperture wheel rotation at variable speeds TBD 9 Reserved BLINK H Closes and opens the shutter on aperture position changes EFFECT ROT FUNC da Ty Reserved MS INDEXED HH MS FWD ROT HH MS REV ROT HH These EFFECT ROTATE FUNCTIONS operate the same but at the motor speed time assigned in the MSPEED Menu instead of full speed MS TBD Hn For more information see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 MS BLINK Ht MS TBD HH nnn EFFECT ROT FUNC INDEXED TBD MS INDEXED Sets aperture DEG HH rotation from 0 360 degrees 16 bit DMX value FORWARD H HHHF EFFECT ROT FUNC FWD SPIN MS FWD SPIN Sets aperture forward STOP HHH rotate speed from 0 100 to STOP 16 bit DMX value EFFECT ROTATE REVERSE HHHHE EFFECT ROT FUNC REV SPIN MS FWD SPIN Sets aperture reverse STOP HH rotate speed from 0 100 to STOP 16 bit DMX value TBD THHHHE Reserved 16 bit DMX value BLINKHH EFFECT FUNC BLINK MS BLINK Sets aperture rotation from 0 360 degrees 16 bit DMX value dey nusyl ZI A Tenue J9SA J0dS X Onboard Presets Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes lt gt moves between items on the same EDIT SCENE SLOT 3 MENU Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels level selects scrolls between values 4 selects
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20. 5 Relay Lamp power supply or ignitor needs to be replaced Wire Harness Connections lamp power supply 4 pan board lamp power supply gt ignitor lamp power supply 4 gt relay ignitor harness 3 ignitor board ignitor board 4 relay ignitor harness 4 lamp socket top box harness 4 y relay top box harness gt pan board main head harness 4 y interlock switch tiltharness y Pan harness pan harness gt top box harness tilt harness main head harness 6 10 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual Appendix A x Spot DMX Protocol Chan inti Value Value Value Parameter Description dec 96 hex BASIC FIXTURE FUNCTIONS 4 Pan Coarse Coarse adjusts pan to approximately 2 0 255 0 100 00 FF degrees of desired position 2 Pan Fine Fine adjusts pan position in increments less 0 255 0 100 00 FF than 1 degree 3 Tilt Coarse Coarse adjusts tilt to approximately 2 0 255 0 100 00 FF degrees of desired position D pr Fine adjusts tilt position in increments less 4 Tilt Fine than 1 degree 0 255 0 100 00 FF Normal Shutter Functions 0 31 0 12 00 1F Lamp Assisted Strobes boosts the Lamp above 700 Watts for periodic and random 32 63 13 25 20 3F strobes set in Shutter channel 6 Lamp Effects boosts the la
21. 74 BD 083 242 95 F2 6 56 245 84 D7 18 14 188 74 BC 094 241 95 F1 6 80 214 84 D6 18 68 187 73 BB 105 240 94 FO 722 213 84 D5 19 22 186 73 BA 118 239 94 EF 756 212 83 D4 19 79 185 73 131 288 93 EE 7 91 211 83 D3 20 36 184 72 B8 145 287 93 ED 8 27 210 82 D2 2093 183 72 B7 160 286 93 EC 863 209 82 D1 2151 182 71 B6 175 235 92 EB 9 00 208 82 DO 22 10 181 71 B5 192 234 92 EA 9 39 207 81 CF 2270 180 71 B4 209 233 91 E9 9 77 206 81 CE 23 30 179 70 B3 227 232 91 E8 10 17 205 CD 23 92 178 70 B2 246 231 91 E7 10 58 204 80 CC 2454 177 69 B1 266 230 90 E6 10 99 203 80 CB 25 17 176 69 BO 286 229 90 E5 11 41 202 79 25 80 175 69 x Spot User Manual Mspeed Conversion Table B 1 26 45 174 68 AE 55 96v 137 54 89 97 70 99 39 63 27 10 173 68 AD 56 91 136 53 88 98 95 93 38 62 27 76 172 67 AC 57 87 135 53 87 100 22 97 38 61 28 43 171 67 AB 58 84 134 53 86 101 49 96 38 60 29 11 170 67 AA 59 81 133 52 85 102 77 95 37 5F 29 80 169 66 A9 60 79 132 52 84 104 05 94 37 5E 30 49 168 66 A8 61 78 131 51 83 105 35 93 36 5D 31 19
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23. This parameter determines how the Gobo wheel moves Table 4 10 describes the Gobo 2 Function parameter It can be enabled in either full speed controller crossfading the wheel positions or MSpeed MSpeed control of the wheel motor For more information see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 Table 4 10 Gobo 2 Function Descriptions Gobo 2 Function Description Allows the gobo wheel to take the quickest path and snap to the chosen effect Forward Wheel Spin Allows a forward gobo wheel spin at variable speeds Reverse Wheel Spin Allows a reverse gobo wheel spin at variable speeds Indexed Scan Oscillates the gobo wheel at a factory determined range and speed Random Selects random effect positions at variable speeds Blink Wheel Closes and opens the shutter on wheel position changes Continuous Sets a crossfade as the wheel moves between chosen aperture positions 4 16 The x Spot Menu System x Spot User Manual Gobo 2 Position The Gobo 2 Position parameter is controlled with DMX Channel 34 A position can be set atthe center of any ofthe eight apertures on the gobo Gobo 2 Rotate Function The Gobo 2 Rotate Function parameter is controlled with DMX Channel 35 Gobo 2 Rotate refers to the motion of the individual apertures The Gobo 2 Function parameter setting determines which rotate options are available Table 4 11 lists the Gobo 2 Rotate setting Table 4 11 Gobo2 Rotate Fu
24. Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to YES Press the Enter button and hold for 5 seconds to reset all sensors to the CURRENT TEMPERATURE value Fixture Hours Use this option to view the fixture operation time in hours and minutes Fixture Hours Reset Use this option to reset the fixture operation time to Zero To access the FIXTURE HOURS RESET option 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the INFORMATION MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the FIXTURE HOURS RESET option and press the Enter button to select 4 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to YES Press and hold the Enter button down for 5 seconds to select Lamp Hours Use this option to view the lamp operation time in hours and minutes Lamp Strikes Use this option to view the total number of lamp strikes Lamp HR Strike Reset After installing a new lamp the Lamp hours and Lamp strike sensors must be reset to 0 before the Lamp will strike To access the LAMP HR STRIKE RESET option 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the INFORMATION MENU and press the E
25. diesbez glichen Sicherheitsnormen versto en Avvertenza Sulla Modifica Del Prodotto I prodotti di High End Systems sono stati progettati e fabbricati per soddisfare i requisiti delle normative di sicurezza statunitensi ed internazionali Qualsiasi modifica al prodotto potrebbe pregiudicare la sicurezza e rendere il prodotto non conforme agli standard di sicurezza pertinenti Advertencia De Modificaci n Del Producto Los productos de High End Systems est n dise ados y fabricados para cumplir los requisitos de las reglamentaciones de seguridad de los Estados Unidos e internacionales Las modificaciones al producto podr an afectar la seguridad y dejar al producto fuera de conformidad con las normas de seguridad relevantes FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense iv x Spot User Manual Important Safety Info
26. 1 16 with DMX value RANDOM Set Random strobe rates from 1 16 with DMX value Set strobe rates from 1 16 with DMX value to ramp frost flags open then FROST RAMP SNAP HH snap shut at full speed Set strobe rates from 1 16 with DMX value to snap frost flags open at full SNAP RAMP HW speed then ramp shut at variable speeds Set strobe rates from 1 16 with DMX value to ramp frost flags open then RAMP RAMP TH ramp shut at variable speeds Set strobe rates from 1 16 with DMX value to randomly ramp frost flags RNDRMPSNP He open then snap shut at full speed RNDSNPRMP 4 prm Set strobe rates from 1 16 with DMX value to randomly snap frost flags open at full speed then ramp shut dew nus ra Onboard Presets Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels moves between items on the same level 4 selects scrolls between values 4 selects EDIT SCENE Tenue 1951 JOdS X CHASSIS MENU MANUAL 63 Sets Focus parameter to operate manually FOCUS FUNCTION ZOOMTRACK 0 Sets Focus parameter to automatically track Zooming TBD 64 Reserved for future use FOCUS POSITION HH Hu ae with the corresponding DMX value 0 focus in 200M POSITION Hx m RR a movement range with the DMX value 0 zoom M SPEED HHH AHFSEC Seconds from 15 252 7 with the corresponding D
27. 10 Replace wheel motor Litho rotate not homing correctly 1 Check for rotate sensor tab obstructions 2 Check rotate wire connection at motor and board 3 Check rotate sensor connection at sensor and board 4 Verify board functioning by substituting with another 2 phase board from the fixture see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 Check that rotate sensor is installed and undamaged 6 Check that set screws on drive gear hub and rotate gear hub are tight 7 Check that drive gear is aligned with rotate gear 8 Check for rotate or sensor wire damage 9 Replace motor 1951 JOdS X eoueuojure A eJouor L9 Display Error Messages 8 Character Error Message 16 Character Error Message Location Problem Procedure For replacement parts see Contacting High End Systems on page ii FOCUS 1 HOMING Focus Frost Zoom module 2 EDGEFCS1 EDGE NOT FOUND phase board motor 2 Check focus wire connection at motor and board 3 Verify board functioning by substituting with another 2 phase board from the fixture see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 FOCUS 2 Focus Frost Zoom module 2 4 Check that focus sensor is installed ane functioning EDGEFCS2 HOMING EDGE Acebo motor N4 5 Check focus sensors S1 amp S4 connection at sensor and board NOT FOUND P 6 Check for focus wire harness damaged 7 Replace motor Zoom not homing
28. 2 line MENU XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 16 character format CHANNELS H Displays channel range for current configuration 38 NEEDED for standard x Spot NEXT DMX CHANNEL Current start channel channels needed 1 Symbols 2 phase driver board configuration 5 6 LED State troubleshooting 6 1 replacement 5 6 3 phase driver board configuration 5 6 LED State troubleshooting 6 2 4 way Navigation button 3 3 D 1 A Accessories 1 4 B Beam adjusting 5 5 flatness control 4 12 optimization 5 6 Bezel removing and replacing 2 1 5 1 Boost Lamp effect 4 6 DMX values A 2 Boot Code copying 3 23 Menu map D 17 BOOTDIFF error 3 22 C Cable data 2 7 accessory part number 1 4 connectors 2 6 specifications 1 7 Capture DMX to Scene 3 14 Channel DMX Values by Menu map D 18 Channel range 3 6 overlapping 3 7 Chassis Test Menu Menu map D 17 viewing DMX Values Menu map D 18 Clamps mounting 2 5 purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 Cleaning glass components 5 15 Clock master 4 3 CLOSZOOM error 6 7 COLOR error 6 5 Color Temperature Blue CTB parameter 4 12 protocol A 7 Color Temperature Blue CTB self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Color Temperature Orange CTO parameter 4 12 protocol A 7 Color Temperature Orange CTO self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Control parameter 4 9 DMX protocol A 4 Controller HandShake purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 Whole Hog II purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 Copy 3 1
29. 3 ROTATING GOBO 2 AND IRIS MODULE Full Speed Control Indexed 0 15 0 6 0 OF Forward Wheel Spin 16 31 6 12 10 1F Reverse Wheel Spin 32 47 13 18 20 2F Scan 48 63 19 25 30 3F Random 64 79 25 31 40 4F Blink 80 95 31 37 50 5F TBC 96 111 38 44 60 6F 33 Gobo 2 Function Continuous 112 127 44 50 70 7F MSpeed Control Indexed 128 143 50 56 80 8F Forward Wheel Spin 144 159 57 62 90 9F Reverse Wheel Spin 160 175 63 69 AO AF Scan 176 191 69 75 BO BF Random 192 207 75 81 CO CF Blink 208 223 82 88 DO DF TBC 224 239 88 94 EO EF Continuous 240 255 94 100 FO FF Indexed Scan Blink Modes Position 1 Open 0 15 0 6 0 0F Position 2 16 47 6 18 10 2F Position 3 48 79 19 31 30 4F Position 4 80 111 31 44 50 6F Position 5 112 143 44 56 70 8F Position 6 144 175 57 69 90 AF Position 7 176 207 69 81 BO CF Position 8 208 239 82 94 DO EF 34 Gobo 2 Position Position 1 Open 240 255 94 100 FO FF Spin Mode Spin Stop 0 3 0 1 0 3 Forward Spin Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Reverse Spin Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Random Mode Random Stop 0 3 0 1 0 3 Random Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Continuous Mode Positioning from 1 360 degrees 0 255 100 FF 12 x Spot DMX Protocol x Spot User Manual ex Parameter Description dec
30. 92 63 25 3F 53 16 140 55 8C 93 98 102 40 66 149 46 62 24 3E 54 09 139 55 8h 95 21 101 40 65 151 01 61 24 3D 55 02 138 54 8A 96 45 100 39 64 152 57 60 24 3C B 2 Mspeed Conversion Table x Spot User Manual 154 14 59 23 3B 8 155 71 58 23 8 157 30 57 22 39 7 158 89 56 22 38 7 160 49 55 22 37 7 162 09 54 21 36 6 163 71 53 21 35 6 165 33 52 20 34 5 166 96 51 20 33 5 168 60 50 20 32 5 170 25 49 19 31 4 171 91 48 19 30 4 173 57 47 18 2F 9 4 175 24 46 18 2E 8 3 176 92 45 18 2D 7 3 178 61 44 17 2C 6 2 180 30 43 17 2B 5 2 182 01 42 16 2A 7 3 183 72 41 16 29 6 2 185 44 40 16 28 5 2 187 17 39 15 27 4 2 188 90 38 15 26 190 65 37 15 25 192 40 36 14 24 194 16 35 14 23 195 92 34 13 22 197 70 33 13 21 199 48 32 13 20 201 28 31 12 1F 203 08 30 12 1E 204 88 29 11 1D 206 70 28 11 1C 208 52 27 11 1B 210 36 26 10 1A 212 19 25 10 19 214 04 24 9 18 215 90 23 9 17 217 76 22 9 16 x Spot User Manual Mspeed Conversion Table B 3 B 4 Mspeed Conversion Table x Spot User Manual Appendix C Safety Information Warning For Continued Protection Against Fire 1 E qim 3 4 2m 9 6 This equipment is designed for use with a Philips 700 Watt GY 9 5 base metal halide lamp only Use of any other type lamp may be
31. BLINK Sets aperture rotation from 0 360 degrees 16 bit DMX value dey nuaw pra Tenue 1951 n J0dS x Onboard Presets Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes moves between items on the same level A selects Scrolls between values 4 selects CLOSE 0 Closes iris VARIABLE f Determines diameter of the beam OPEN 128 Opens iris PERIODIC Strobes beam diameter at specified intervals RANDOM Strobes beam diameter at random intervals SLOT 3 MENU RAMP SNAP Opens iris at variable speeds then snaps shut at full speed IRIS SNAP RAMP Opens iris at full speed then ramps shut at variable speeds EDIT SCENE RAMP RAMP HH Opens iris at variable speeds then shuts at same speed RNDRMPSNP Opens iris at variable random speeds then snaps shut at full speed RNDSNPRMP 4 Opens iris at full speed then ramps shut at variable random speeds OPEN 248 Opens iris X FADETIME HHt Sets time in steps from 0 1 165 Units determined by TIMEBASE TIMING MENU DELAY TIME Sets time in steps from 0 1 165 Units determined by TIMEBASE TIMEBASE XXXXXXX Select Seconds Minutes or Hours as the unit of time ZERO SCENE YES Erases the current scene Returns DONE when action is complete NO Does not erase current scene FROM SCENE Scrolls from A1 16 through B1 16 After selecti
32. Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 7 Place the old module in the new unit s anti static bag for return Include the Return Material Authorization number RMA obtained from your dealer or point of purchase along with a written explanation of the problem or malfunction 5 8 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual Replacing a Dual Rotating Gobo Module in Slot 2 Refer to Figure 5 8 for Steps 1 4 in this section 1 Remove the bezel as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 and with the lens pointed up rotate the fixture so the tilt belt A is on your right Locate the Dual Rotating Gobo Module in Slot 2 nearest the lens and gently push the module toward the lens until the linear slide B reaches its limit Detach the IDC connector C from the driver board Loosen the two captive screws on the module D and pull it straight out of the unit 4 Slide the new module into the unit positioning the Gobo wheels on either side of the Gobo wheel in Slot 3 on the opposite side of the fixture Use the top toward the lens channel guides E and the aligning pins F and to orient it properly Figure 5 8 Installing Removing Slot 2 Module Tighten the captive screws and reattach the IDC connector Reattach the bezel guiding it into the bezel channel on each yoke arm and retighten captive bezel screws as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 7 Place the old module in the new unit s anti static bag for return Include the Return Material Authorizatio
33. Function e Gobo 2 Function e Gobo 1 Function e Effects Function Macro Channel 13 controls the Macro parameter Internal Effects macros are factory programmed sequences which allow complicated looks in one scene Each Internal Effects macro modifies a specific set of parameters while allowing user control of all other parameters in the scene The four Internal Effects macros available on a standard configuration x Spot fixture are Pan Sweep Tilt Sweep Clockwise Circle and Counterclockwise Circle The value set in the macro channel determines the size of each of the movements The MSpeed channel determines the speed With the MSpeed set between DMX 5 255 all internal effects complete movement at the selected MSpeed time up to 25 seconds An MSpeed DMX value less than 4 uses the default time of 2 5 seconds to provide a pleasing look when the additional variation given by using the MSpeed channel is not required 48 The x Spot Menu System x Spot User Manual Control The Control parameter is controlled with DMX Channel 14 To access all control settings except for Pan amp Tilt MSpeed Off first select a control channel value then set the Shutter channel to 0 In the x Spot fixture the Control parameter functions have been expanded to allow remote homing of individual functions as well as the entire fixture with a DMX controller Table 4 4 Control Setting Descriptions Control Setting Description
34. HH GOBO 1 ROT FUNC INDEXED TBD MS INDEXED Sets aperture DEG HH rotation from 0 360 degrees 16 bit DMX value FORWARD H H HHH GOBO 1 ROT FUNC FWD SPIN MS FWD SPIN Sets aperture forward rotate speed from 0 100 of maximum speed to STOP 16 bit STOP HHHH DMX value GOBO 1 ROT REVERSE 1 ROT FUNC REV SPIN MS FWD SPIN Sets aperture reverse rotate speed from 0 100 of maximum speed to STOP 16 bit STOP HHHH DMX value TBD HHHH Reserved BLINKHH GOBO 1 ROT FUNC BLINK MS BLINK Sets aperture rotation from 0 360 degrees 16 bit DMX value dew nuaw 0 Tenue J9SA JOdE X Onboard Presets Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels lt gt moves between items on the same EDIT SCENE SLOT 2 MENU level selects scrolls between values 4 selects INDEXED H Takes the quickest path and snaps to the chosen position FWD SPIN Allows a forward wheel spin at variable speeds REV SPIN Allows a reverse wheel spin at variable speeds SCAN HH Oscillates the wheel at a factory determined range and speed RANDOM 4 Selects random whole positions at variable speeds BLINK Closes then reopens the shutter between indexed position changes TBD TH Reserved EFFECT FUNCTION CONTIN 4
35. Home Color System 170 178 67 70 AA B2 Home Gobo System 180 188 70 74 B4 BC Home Strobe Dim 190 198 75 78 78 C6 Home Focus Zoom Frost 200 208 78 82 C8 DO Home Iris 210 218 82 86 D2 DA 4 x Spot DMX Protocol x Spot User Manual a Parameter Description dec SLOT 1 SIX WHEEL COLOR MIXING MODULE Full Speed Control Indexed 0 15 0 6 0 0F Forward Spin 16 31 6 12 10 1F Reverse Spin 32 47 13 18 20 2F Continuous 48 63 19 25 30 3F Slow Scan 64 79 25 31 40 4F Fast Scan 80 95 31 37 50 5F Random 96 111 38 44 60 6F 15 Static Color Blink Indexed 112 127 44 50 70 7F Function MSpeed Control Indexed 128 143 50 56 80 8F Forward Spin 144 159 57 62 90 9F Reverse Spin 160 175 63 69 AO AF Continuous 176 191 69 75 BO BF Slow Scan 192 207 75 81 CO CF Fast Scan 208 223 82 88 DO DF Random 224 239 88 94 EO EF Blink 240 255 94 100 FO FF Indexed Scan Blink Modes Color Position 1 Open White 0 23 0 9 0 17 Position 1 2 24 42 2 17 18 2A Position 2 43 61 17 24 2B 3D Position 2 3 62 80 24 31 3E 50 Position 3 81 99 32 38 51 62 Position 3 4 100 118 39 46 63 76 Position 4 119 137 47 54 77 89 Position 4 5 138 156 54 61 8A 9C Position 5 157 175 62 69 9D AF Position 5 6 176 194 69 76 BO C2 16 Abe Color Po
36. LAMPFANI error 6 3 LAMPFANZ2 error 6 3 LED States 6 1 Lens assembly 1 1 specifications 1 7 Lightning effects A 2 Line cord cap 2 2 Linking the fixtures 2 6 LITETOUT error 6 9 Lithopattern determining coated side 5 13 installing replacing in rotating aperture 5 13 in static aperture 5 14 purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 LMPITEMP error 6 3 LMP2TEMP error 6 3 Logic boards Software Hardware versions Menu map D 21 Loop creating 4 2 playing back 4 3 M Macro parameter 4 8 DMX protocol A 4 MAGENTA error 6 5 Magenta parameter 4 12 DMX protocol A 7 Magenta self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Maintenance toolset required 5 1 Master clock 4 3 Master fixture 4 3 Menu button 3 3 D 1 Menu System 4 1 buttons 3 2 direct access 3 1 exiting 3 4 navigation buttons 3 2 remote access 3 1 structure 3 4 unlocking 3 3 3 4 D 1 Mix Color Function parameter 4 11 DMX protocol A 6 Module driver board replacement 5 6 Driver boards Software Hardware versions Menu map D 21 Dual Rotating Gobos 4 13 replacing 5 9 replacing 5 7 Rotating Gobo and Iris 4 16 replacing 5 8 Six Wheel Color Mixing 4 10 replacing 5 10 Moire effect 5 14 Mounting the fixture 2 3 truss mounting 2 3 configurations 2 4 procedure 2 5 upright 2 3 MSpeed Conversion Table B 1 MSpeed parameter 4 8 DMX protocol A 3 with Pan and Tilt parameters 4 4 N Navigation D 1 O Onboard Presets Menu Menu map D 2 index 4 x Spot User Manual OPENDIMI erro
37. NOT FOUND Top box 3 phase board TILTENCD EDGEDIM1 OPENDIM1 TILT ENCODER TIMEOUT DIM 1 HOMING OPEN NOT FOUND Head 3 phase board Upper dim flag on side opposite Tilt board EDGEDIM2 OPENDIM2 DIM 2 HOMING OPEN NOT FOUND Lower dim flag on side with Tilt board Pan or Tilt is not homing correctly 1 Check that there are no obstructions keeping the unit from correcting position 2 Check wiring connections Sensor wire at sensor and board HD6 Motor wire at motor and board M1 Encoder wire at encoder and board HD7 3 Replace with another 3 phase board to check for board malfunction see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 Check that the Sensor is installed and undamaged Check for sensor wire damage Check for a broken belt Check for wire harness or encoder damage ONO A Replace motor Dim flags are not homing correctly 1 Check for obstruction to dim flag movement 2 Verify color mix board operation by switching with another 2 phase board from the fixture see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 3 Check Dim flag motor wire connection at motor and M1 on Color Mix board Check Dim sensor S1 connection at sensor and board Check that Dim flag sensor is installed undamaged and operating Check that Dim flag set screw is tight Check for wire harness damage TenuejA 1951 n J0IS x SOUEUS
38. Positioning at any point on the wheel 5 INDEXED HH MS FWD SPIN HH MS REV SPIN HH These EFFECT FUNCTIONS operate the same but at the motor speed time SCAN 4 assigned in the MSPEED Menu instead of full speed MS RANDOM 4444 For more information see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 MS BLINK HH MS TBD HH MS CONTIN HH OPEN Sets wheel to open position DMX value of 0 or 255 POSITION 2 HH POSITION 3 HH When EFFECT FUNCTION INDEXED or MS INDEXED the display POSITION 4 HH indicates options for centering the beam at any litho position on the wheel EFFECT POSITION POSITION 5 44 the associated DMX value POSITION 6 444 When EFFECT FUNCTION RANDOM SCAN or BLINK MS RANDOM MS SCAN OR MS BLINK that word replaces Position in the display POSITION 7 HH POSITION 8 HH CONTIN H When EFFECT FUNCTION CONTIN Select from 0 360 degrees the DMX value Tenue ISN x 10dS x dep nus Onboard Presets Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels lt gt moves between items on the same EDIT SCENE SLOT 2 MENU level selects scrolls between values 4 selects INDEXED Takes the quickest path and snaps to chosen aperture FWD ROT Allows a forward aperture wheel rotation at variable speeds
39. System sise 3 4 Exiting the Men System idet 3 4 The Menu System Structure oonconiouononoconnaconecnaneconecnonacnanenoneconnaconeccnnecnanccnnecnoneconncooneconacc nes 3 4 DMX Address M n ir hen 3 6 Setting DMX Start Channel ssus22502280022502000 Genesis rennen 3 6 Determining DMX Start Channel Assignment i 3 6 Onboard Presets Men et etre terere 3 8 Playback Mode e Bee een 3 8 Edit Scene Menu u22 u IG aL 3 8 Editing Scene Parameters by Slot ss 3 9 Adding Timing toa PR AR seo TEIL EEE 3 11 x x Spot User Manual Zero SCENE c Ra tee aaa 3 13 Copy Scene Menuiserie tintin Hle rota eine ee 3 13 Capture DMX to Scene oU ERR ER Ire e een Sete 3 14 Default Presets sa nn een tr ertet Te ti 3 14 Send Presets to Other Fixtures ssoi iiia ieai ip aaea aaa E EEES EERE 3 15 Set Parameters Menu ii de e ds Wa 3 16 Factory Default rene eee ene eer Pee EA 3 16 Pan Tilt Swap Hei Ele 3 16 Pan iii ts 3 17 RIA RR echo 3 17 Display I ERRE RR A E RE 3 18 Display Level te ibid et 3 18 Lamp Life EU o un rere eee etes lio cio alia 3 19 Data Loss Timeout REITER a 3 19 Fixture Mode Ment 3 20 Module Configuration Menu sisi 3 20 Select User 3 20 Protocol
40. amount of light entering the camera Table 4 12 describes the Iris settings Table 4 12 Iris Setting Descriptions Iris Setting Description Close Closes the iris Variable Iris Determines the diameter of the beam Open Fully opens the iris Periodic Strobe Variable Strobes the beam diameter at specified intervals Random Strobe Variable Strobes the beam diameter at random intervals Ramp Open Snap Shut Variable Fully opens the iris at variable speeds then snaps shut at full speed Snap Open Ramp Shut Variable Fully opens the iris at full speed then ramps shut at variable speeds Ramp Open Ramp Shut Variable Fully opens the iris at variable speeds then shuts at the same speed Random Ramp Snap Variable Fully opens the iris at variable random speeds then snaps shut at full speed Random Snap Ramp Variable Fully opens the iris at full speed then ramps shut at variable random speeds Open Fully opens the iris 4 18 The x Spot Menu System x Spot User Manual Chapter 5 General Maintenance The x Spot fixture is designed for simple maintenance Modules are easily removed for repair or custom configurations The module driver boards are identical using orientation to differentiate their function for a specific module The following toolset is sufficient for the maintenance procedures in this chapter e 2 0 2 5 and 3 mm allen
41. duty 5 pin XLR cable 25 55050018 Heavy duty 5 pin XLR cable 50 55050019 Heavy duty 5 XLR cable 100 55050020 Male 5 pin XLR terminator 90404039 Galvanized safety cable 12040001 Cheeseborough clamp 55040014 Lightwave Research Upload Dongle 26040002 Center hole mounting brackets 80430080 Road case for x Spot fixtures 46070001 Lithomotion module 46040001 Framing module 46040002 Note Call High End Systems for information on standard or custom dichroic color filters lithopatterns and effect glass 14 Features and Specifications x Spot User Manual Specifications Physical Specifications Height 814 5mm 32 0 in Width 521mm 20 6in Depth 520 8mm 20 5in Weight 31 8kg 7015 Figure 1 3 x Spot Dimensions 521mm m 20 5in TE mm 260mm 10 0in alzi o e 470mm 18 5in Le pi 343mm Y 13 5in 523mm 172mm F i 20 6in 6 75in 2 e e C t 470mm 18 5in 142mm 367mm 14 4in To SK 413mm 557mm 16 25in 21 9in x Spot User Manual Features and Specifications 1 5 Electrical Specifications AN Warning Class 1 equipment This eq
42. for dead color mix sensor color mix board color mix motor 10 Check for Color mix wire harness damage 9 9 eoueuojure A eJouor Tenue 1950 JOdEX Display Error Messages 8 Character Error Message 16 Character Error Message Location Problem Procedure For replacement parts see Contacting High End Systems on page ii GOBO1TAB GOBO 1 HOMING TAB NOT FOUND Dual litho module M2 EFFECT EFFECT HOMING TAB NOT FOUND Dual litho module M3 GOBO2TAB GOBO1TAB GOBO 2 HOMING TAB NOT FOUND GOBO 1 ROTATE TAB NOT FOUND Litho Iris module M2 Dual litho module M4 EFFECT EFFECT ROTATE TAB NOT FOUND Dual litho module M1 GOBO2TAB GOBO 2 ROTATE TAB NOT FOUND Litho Iris module M1 Gobo wheel is not homing correctly 1 Check and clear any wheel obstructions 2 Check wheel wire connection at motor and board 3 Verify board functioning by substituting with another 2 phase board from the fixture see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 4 Check that set screws on wheel hub and drive gear hub are tight 5 Check that wheel sensor S1 is installed and connected at sensor and board and is operating 6 Check for wheel wire harness damaged see Wire Harness Connections on page 6 9 7 Check that Drive gear is aligned with wheel gear 8 Check if missing thrust washer is causing two wheels to move simultaneously 9 Check for wheel damage
43. levels lt gt moves between items on the same EDIT SCENE SLOT 1 MENU level selects S scrolls between values 4 selects Allows color wheel movement from open white to saturated color FREU m permits a smaller step between color wheel positions for crossfades CONTINUOUS Allows complete 360 degree color wheel movement TBD Reserved uses pure Mix as default Puts all three cyan magenta and yellow color wheels in spin mode SPIN 3HH Wheel Spin speed direction or fixed position can be set individually on CMY channels Cycle colors from red to green to blue at variable speeds rate set by cyan CYCLE m DMX channel a i i Pur TBD Reserved uses pure Mix as default Performs a pseudo random color chase of 12 factory selected colors MIX COLOR FUNC RANDOM using the cyan magenta and yellow color wheels at variable speeds rate set by cyan DMX channel Defined using Continuous wheel operation Shutter snaps closed during BLINK HH any color move then re opens MS PURE MIX HH MS CONTINUOUS POSTED Hh These Mix Color Functions operate the same but at the motor speed time MS SPIN assigned the MSPEED Menu instead of full speed iid For more information see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 MS RANDOM HH MS BLINK HH PURE MIX H H MIX COLOR FUNC PURE MIX set from 0 100 Cyan CONTIN
44. line format displays more detailed information For infor mation on accessing the detailed error message see Display Errors on page 3 28 For information on interpreting error messages see Error Message Troubleshooting on page 6 2 Unlocking the Menu System To unlock the menu system press and hold the Menu button until the display changes to the 2 line format The menu system is protected against inadvertent menu changes by requiring the Menu button to be held for a few seconds before allowing entry to the menus DMX Address Menu is the first option on the top menu level Exiting the Menu System To exit the menu system keep pressing the Menu button to back out of each menu level until the High End Systems logo appears The word AUTOLOCK will appear briefly on the display to indicate the fixture s software is locking the display The display switches back to the large 8 character format and after a few seconds begins the standard display for the locked mode as described above The Menu System Structure Figure 3 1 illustrates the Menu System s top three levels The following sections in Chapter 3 describe options available in each of the top level menus and show examples of specific options located in that menu Appendix D contains a complete Menu map of all the options and settings available in the x Spot Menu System 34 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual Figure 3 2 x Spot Menu System Overview SET DMX STAR
45. normal orientation ON Turns display on DISPLAY LEVEL OFF Display fully dimmed when menu is locked ENABLED Tracks the time the lamp is on and sends a warning at 500hrs LAMP LIFE LIMIT DISABLED Disables lamp life tracking DATA LOSS LONG Shutter closes when fixture shuts down TIMEOUT SHORT Shutter closes 1 second after data loss dey nusyl 91 A Tenue 1951 J0dS X Fixture Mode Menu Level 2 Level 3 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels A scrolls between values lt gt moves between items on the same level 4 selects 4 selects SLOT 1 MODULE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX MODULE CONFIG MENU SLOT 2 MODULE Displays the contents of each slot For a listing of modules in common XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX configuration types see Module Configuration Menu on page 3 20 SLOT 3 MODULE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX SELECT USER A Selects User A MODE B Selects User B A gt B Copies only the preset settings from the User A to User B COPY PRESETS A B Copies only the preset settings from the User B to User A A B Copies the parameter defaults from User A to User B COPY USERS COPY PARAMETERS A B Copies the parameter defaults from User B to User A COPY ALL A B Copies preset settings and parameter defaults from User A to User B lt Copies preset settings and parameter defaults from User to User A STANDAR
46. of various functions and wheels Self test can be run and viewed on all the fixture parameters sequentially or individual parameters Table 3 3 shows the available self tests on each slot of a standard configuration x Spot fixture Table 3 3 Self Test by Slot Chassis Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 Pan Static Color Gobo 1 Gobo 2 Tilt Cyan Gobo 1 Rotate Gobo 2 Rotate Dim Magenta Effect Iris Frost Yellow Effect Rotate Focus CTO Zoom CTB To access the SELF TEST MENU 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Usethe left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the TEST OPTIONS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Usethe left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to ALL or an individual parameter s Slot location and press the Enter button to select If ALL is selected the fixture begins running the self tests sequentially If a Slot is selected use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to a specific parameter and press the Enter button to view that parameter s self test 3 24 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual Information Menu The Information menu displays current fixture information such as internal temperature lamp hours total fixture hours lamp strikes hardware and software versions DMX errors and view DMX data for any device on the link Lamp and Fixture hou
47. press the Enter button to select Edit Scene Menu The EDIT SCENE menu gives direct control at the fixture level over the same parameters as a DMX controller Edit parameter DMX values of factory preset scenes to create new scenes add timing to scenes zero erase the programming for a scene or end a loop in this menu After setting the user mode to A or B through the FIXTURE 3 8 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual MODE MENU the operator can access the 16 scenes for that user mode For more information see Select User Mode on page 3 20 Editing Scene Parameters by Slot The x Spot fixture parameters are associated with the chassis or the module they control and appear as level 3 menu items in the Onboard Preset Menu Figure 3 3 shows the functions controlled in the Edit Scene menu Figure 3 3 Edit Scene Menu Options in Standard x Spot ONBOARD PRESET MENU COPY SCENE CAPTURE DMX DEFAULT SEND SCENE TO GOBO 1 GOBO 2 5 GOBO 1 GOBO 2 GOBO 1 ROTATE GOBO 2 ROTATE EFFECT EFFECT POSITION FUNCTION CHASSIS SLOT 1 STATIC COLOR FUNCTION SHUTTER STATIC COLOR LAMP FUNCTION lege lt gt e MIX COLOR PAN FUNCTION MIX COLOR FROST FOCUS FUNCTION MAGENTA FOCUS POSITION YELLOW ZOOM CTO M SPEED CTB MACRO When a scene is edited the new values become part of the currently programmed sequence Exit the ONBOARD PRESETS MENU with Playback ON to v
48. to Level 3 Menus Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scrollto SLOT 2 and press the Enter button to select 18 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to EFFECT POSITION 19 Use the up and down arrows to scroll to setthe EFFECT POSITION value to POSITION 8 and press the enter button to select the psycho tunnel effect 20 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to EFFECT ROT FUNC 21 Use the up and down arrows to scroll to set EFFECT ROT FUNC to FWD SPIN and press the enter button to rotate the tunnel aperture 22 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to EFFECT ROTATE and press the enter button to select 23 Use the left and right arrows to scroll to FORWARD 24 Use the up and down arrows to set the aperture s forward rotation speed to 1007 of maximum and press the Enter button to select To edit Slot 3 parameters 25 Press the Menu button to return to Level 3 Menus Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to SLOT 3 and press the Enter button to select 26 Use the left and right arrows to scroll to IRIS and press the Enter button to select 271 Use the left and right arrows to scroll to RAMP RAMP then use the up and down arrows to scroll to a value of 5 and press the Enter button to select This causes the iris to open and close at the same speed Adding Timing to a Scene The EDIT SC
49. topbox To access 1 Use a wide tip flat head screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws C on each side of the fixture and remove the fixture s two panel covers D 2 Rotate screw latches E on board cover plates F 180 degrees to unlock Lift off board cover plates Pan or Tilt board related motors and fans will be off 3 Replace the appropriate fuse s with a fuse of the same type and rating as shown in Table 5 2 Table 5 2 Fuse replacement High End Fuse Fuse Type and Rating Manufacturer Systems p n in fi Littelfuse 326 015 or Main fixture 15A 250V Slow Blow Busemann MDA 15 90403024 Motor supply 2 5A 250V Slow Blow Littelfuse 215 02 5 90403027 2 phase driver boards 2 5A 125V Slow Blow SMF Littelfuse R454 02 5 90402024 3 phase Pan and Tilt board x Spot User Manual General Maintenance 5 3 Replacing the Lamp Warnings Disconnect power before re lamping or servicing An operating unshielded MSR lamp emits ultraviolet and visible E UV vis radiation which could damage eyes and skin Whenever working on or near an exposed lamp wear protective eye gear Never look directly at the lamp while the lamp is on Hot lamp may be an explosion hazard Do not open for five minutes after switching off Wear eye and hand protection when re lamping Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 130 C 266 F Allow the fixture to cool before handlin
50. up and down arrows on the Navigation button to select A B or A lt B and press the Enter button to store Crossloading Fixture Software A fixture running a newer software version can load the new software to all other x Spot fixtures on the link using the CROSSLOAD FIRMWARE menu option To CROSSLOAD FIRMWARE from one fixture to all x Spot fixtures on the link 1 Disconnect or bypass any controllers serial data distributors data line optoisolators and any fixtures using RS 422 communications such as Dataflash AF1000 xenon strobes and Intellabeam fixtures These devices will block communication between the crossloading fixture and any other x Spot fixtures on the link x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 21 2 Onthe crossloading fixture only unlock the menu system by pressing and holding down the Menu button until the extended 2 line display appears indicating the top menu level 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to the FIXTURE MODE MENU and press the Enter button to select 4 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to CROSSLOAD FIRMWARE 5 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the YES option and press the Enter button to store The fixture will upload its software to all other x Spot fixtures on the link When the crossload has finished successfully CROSSLOADING COMPLETE will appear briefly in the display of the crossloading f
51. upload the software to the x Spot fixture A High End Systems Upload Dongle requires a 386 based or faster computer MS DOS version 3 3 or later or Windows 95 98 ME and one MB of free disk space To obtain an Upload Dongle with installation and operation instructions contact your High End Systems dealer distributor see Contacting High End Systems on page ii 2 Crossload software from one fixture that contains the new software to all other x Spot fixtures on the link See Crossloading Fixture Software on page 3 21 3 Upload the new software to all x Spot fixtures on the link using a HandShake handheld controller from High End Systems Note Before uploading new software disconnect any controllers bypass any serial data distributors and or data line optoisolators and bypass or make sure that any fixtures using RS 422 communications such as Dataflash AF1000 xenon strobes and Intellabeam fixtures are located after all the x Spot fixtures on the link These devices will block communication with any other x Spot fixtures on the link 2 10 Setup and Configuration x Spot User Manual Setting the DMX Start Channel Each standard configuration x Spot fixture requires a block of 38 consecutive channels on a 512 Channel DMX link Customized x Spot fixtures may have modules with a different number of channels required Use that range in calculating the Start channels on the link for those fixtures Up to
52. variable color temperature correction and beam flatness control Figure 4 3 x Spot color wheel assembly Static Color Function The Static Color function is controlled with DMX Channel 15 This parameter determines how the fixed color wheel moves The Static Color Function parameter can be enabled in either full speed controller crossfading the wheel positions or MSpeed MSpeed control of the wheel motor For more information on MSpeed see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 Table 4 5 describes the Static Color Functions available on the x Spot fixture Table 4 5 Static Color Function Descriptions Color Function Description Indexed Allows the color wheel to take the quickest path and snap to the chosen whole or half color Forward Spin Allows a forward color wheel spin at variable speeds Reverse Spin Allows a reverse color wheel spin at variable speeds Continuous Allows positioning at any point on the color wheel allows for a smaller step between color wheel positions for color crossfades 4 10 The x Spot Menu System x Spot User Manual Table 4 5 Static Color Function Descriptions Color Function Description Slowly oscillates the wheel at a factory determined range and speed Slow Scan Fast Scan Rapidly oscillates the wheel at a factory determined range and speed Random Selects random whole color positions at variabl
53. x eI a dem nus Onboard Presets Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels lt gt moves between items on the same EDIT SCENE SLOT 3 MENU level selects scrolls between values 4 selects INDEXED Gobo wheel takes the quickest path and snap to chosen aperture FWD SPIN Forward aperture wheel rotation at variable speeds REV SPIN Reverse aperture wheel rotation at variable speeds TBD HH Reserved BLINK Closes and opens the shutter on aperture position changes ONE TBD H Reserved MS INDEXED HH MS FWD SPIN AH These Gobo 2 Rotate Functions operate the same but at the motor speed MS REV SPIN 444 time assigned in the MSPEED Menu instead of full speed MS TBD 444 For more information see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 MS BLINK HH MS TBD HH nnn GOBO 2 ROT FUNC INDEXED TBD MS INDEXED Sets aperture DEG HH rotation from 0 360 degrees 16 bit DMX value FORWARD H fHHHH GOBO 2 ROT FUNC FWD SPIN MS FWD SPIN Sets aperture forward STOP HHH rotate speed from 0 100 to STOP 16 bit DMX value GOBO 2 ROTATE REVERSE HH 2 ROT FUNC REV SPIN MS FWD SPIN Sets aperture reverse STOP 444 rotate speed from 0 100 to STOP 16 bit DMX value TBD THHHHE Reserved 16 bit DMX value BLINKHH HHH GOBO 2 ROT FUNC BLINK MS
54. 0 00 01 00 00 01 20 00 01 30 00 01 40 00 01 55 00 Master Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene3 Scene 4 Scene5 Scene6 Scene Scene8 restarts RA 00 00 00 00 10 00 00 55 00 01 30 00 01 40 00 Slave 1 Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3 Scene 1 Scene 2 scene not finished restarts 00 00 00 00 10 00 00 20 00 00 40 00 01 55 00 Slave2 Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3 Scene 4 Scene 5 not played restarts x Spot User Manual The x Spot Menu System 43 To enable synchronized playback 1 Link the fixtures for synchronization see Linking the Fixtures on page 2 6 1 Terminate both the first and the last fixtures in the link and remove all DMX controllers from the link 2 Make one fixture the master fixture by assigning it DMX Start Channel 1 or Fixture Number 1 see Setting DMX Start Channel on page 3 6 Make sure no other fixture on the link is assigned DMX start channel 1 or Fixture Number 1 3 Set preset playback ON for all fixtures on the link see Playback Mode Menu on page 3 8 DMX Parameter Descriptions The following sections describe the Parameters for the modules in a standard configuration x Spot fixture All DMX values indicated in the detailed parameter descriptions are in decimal units Basic Fixture Parameters Pan and Tilt Channels 1 4 control the Pan and Tilt parameters The x Spot fixture has a 630 pan range and a 240 tilt range DMX channels 1 and 3 allow coarse adjustment within
55. 0 ft Nominal impedance 120 2 Cable Connectors The x Spot fixture accepts 5 pin XLR cable connectors Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end of the cable and a female XLR connector on the other end Pin one is the common cable shield pin two is the data complement negative pin three is the data true positive Pins four and five are not used but they allow a secondary data link to pass through the fixture see Figure 2 4 2 6 Setup and Configuration x Spot User Manual Test each cable with a voltage ohm meter VOM to verify correct polarity and to make sure that the negative and positive pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or to each other Caution Do not connect anything to the ground lug on the XLR connectors Do not connect or allow contact between the common cable shield and the fixture s chassis ground Grounding the common could cause a ground loop and or erratic behavior Figure 2 4 XLR 5 pin connector Grounding lug inside XLR shell 7 ER M XLR shell 2 277 P lt y Common Y S y cable shield 7 positive positive Common negative A data true data true cable shield data negative negative EM ti complement data complement data on ive positive complement positive complement data true data true Male XLR Connector Female XLR Connector This data line is not used by the fixture but allows data to pass thr
56. 1 2 degrees of the desired pan and tilt position DMX channels 2 and 4 allow fine adjustment to a fraction of a degree of the desired pan and tilt position MSpeed values control the pan and tilt motion for x Spot fixtures by default see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 To control the Pan and Tilt parameters with DMX controller crossfading set Pan Tilt MSpeed off in the Control parameter see Table 4 4 Control Setting Descriptions on page 4 9 and Appendix A x Spot DMX Protocol Note Optical encoders for pan and tilt instantly correct the fixture s position if the fixture is jarred from its programmed position If a physical obstruction prevents the fixture from correcting its position the fixture times out to prevent wear on the motors If the fixture has timed out remove the obstruction and home the fixture to return it to normal operation Lamp Function The Lamp Function parameter Channel 5 modifies the Shutter Channel 6 and Dim Channel 6 functions to enhance and expand the range of effects available on the x Spot fixture including Light Burst effects lightning strikes and Electronic Dimming effects The Light Burst effect boosts the Lamp above the 700 Watt level for the specified period of time Boosting to white ends with the shutter open boosting to black closes 44 Thex Spot Menu System x Spot User Manual the shutter Boosting is also used to created Lightning effects with the Dim chann
57. 1 Position parameter 4 14 DMX protocol A 8 Gobo 1 Rotate Coarse parameter 4 14 DMX protocol A 9 Gobo 1 Rotate Fine parameter 4 14 DMX protocol A 9 Gobo 1 Rotate Function parameter 4 14 DMX protocol A 9 Gobo 1 Rotate self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Gobo 1 self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Gobo 2 Function parameter 4 16 DMX protocol A 12 Gobo 2 Position parameter 4 17 Gobo 2 Rotate Coarse parameter 4 17 DMX protocol A 13 Gobo 2 Rotate Fine parameter 4 17 DMX protocol A 13 Gobo 2 Rotate Function parameter 4 17 DMX protocol A 13 Gobo 2 Rotate self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Gobo 2 self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 GOBOITAB error 6 6 GOBO2TAB error 6 6 H HandShake controlling x Spot fixtures 4 2 HandShake controller purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 uploading software 2 10 Homing the fixture 3 23 automatically 2 9 Menu map D 17 remotely 2 9 Hotspot 5 5 I Information Menu 3 25 Menu map D 18 Iris parameter 4 18 DMX protocol A 13 Iris self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 L Lamp Hours Strikes Status Menu map D 20 optimizing 5 5 purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 replacing 5 4 socket wires 5 4 specifications 1 6 x Spot User Manual index 3 Strike reset Menu map D 21 Lamp assisted strobes 4 5 Lamp Control parameter 4 4 DMX protocol A 1 Lamp Hours 3 27 Lamp HR Strike Reset 3 27 Menu map D 21 Lamp Life Limit 3 19 Menu map D 15 Lamp optimization screws 5 5 Lamp State 3 23 Menu map D 17 Lamp Strikes 3 27
58. 14 Thex Spot Menu System x Spot User Manual Table 4 9 Gobo Rotate Functions and Rotate Options Goho Rotate r Function Gobo Rotate Option Description Indexed Rotates the specified indexed aperture to any ni position Position stop on Oscillates the selected aperture wheel at a factory Scan selected aperture at 0 T determined range and speed to 360 of rotation Blink Closes and opens the shutter on rotate position changes Forward Rotate Forward Rotate Forward aperture rotation from slowest to fastest Reverse Rotate Reverse Rotate Reverse aperture rotation from slowest to fastest x Spot User Manual The x Spot Menu System 4 15 Rotating Gobo and Iris Module Parameters Rotating Gobo and Iris is the standard Slot 3 Module for the x Spot fixture It contains one 8 position Gobo wheel with seven rotating lithopatterns plus open and a variable iris see Figure 4 6 Position 1 Open Position 8 Valiant Position 2 Fracture Position 7 Position 3 Irregular Craters Polymeoba Position 6 gt Position 4 Fluffy Clouds Dense Foliage Position 5 Gatlin Gun Figure 4 6 Rotating Gobo 2 Lithopatterns In the following parameter descriptions the term Sp n indicates motion of the large wheel and Rotate refers to motion of the smaller aperture wheels holding individual lithopatterns Gobo 2 Function The Gobo 2 Function parameter is controlled with DMX Channel 33
59. 167 65 AT 62 78 130 51 82 106 65 92 36 5C 31 90 166 65 A6 63 79 129 51 81 107 96 91 36 5B 32 62 165 65 A5 64 80 128 50 80 109 28 90 35 5A 33 34 164 64 A4 65 82 127 50 110 61 89 35 59 34 08 163 64 66 85 126 49 111 94 88 35 58 34 82 162 64 A2 67 89 125 49 7D 113 28 87 34 57 35 57 161 63 A1 68 94 124 49 7C 114 63 86 34 56 36 33 160 63 69 99 123 48 7 115 99 85 33 55 37 09 159 62 9F 71 05 122 48 7A 117 36 84 33 54 37 87 158 62 9E 72 13 121 47 79 118 73 83 33 53 38 65 157 62 9D 73 20 120 47 78 120 12 82 32 52 39 44 156 61 9C 74 29 119 47 77 121 5v 81 32 51 39 44v 156 61 9C 75 38 118 46 76 122 91 80 31 50 40 23 155 61 9B 76 49 117 46 75 124 31 79 31 4F 41 04 154 60 9A 77 60 116 45 74 125 73 78 31 4E 41 85 153 60 99 78 71 115 45 73 127 15 77 30 4D 42 68 152 60 98 79 84 114 45 72 128 58 76 30 4C 43 50 151 59 97 80 98 113 44 71 130 02 75 29 4B 44 34 150 59 96 82 12 112 44 70 134 39 72 28 48 45 19 149 58 95 83 27 111 44 6F 135 86 71 28 47 46 04 148 58 94 84 43 110 43 6E 137 34 70 27 46 46 90 147 58 93 85 59 109 43 6D 138 82 69 27 45 47 77 146 57 92 86 77 108 42 6 140 32 68 27 44 48 65 145 57 91 87 95 107 42 6B 141 82 67 26 43 49 54 144 56 90 89 14 106 42 6A 143 33 66 26 42 50 43 143 56 8F 90 34 105 41 69 144 85 65 25 41 51 33 142 56 8E 91 55 104 41 68 146 38 64 25 40 52 24 141 55 80 92 76 103 40 67 147
60. 2 Green No Board receiving proper voltage OFF Yes Board not receiving power LD3 Red No Currently not used LD4 Green No Receiving data OFF Yes ifdata Not receiving data is applied Data Com Receive Green No Receiving data board OFF Yes if data Not receiving data is applied Transmit Red No Transmitting data OFF Yes ifdata Not transmitting data is applied Error Message Troubleshooting X Spot fixtures display errors in 8 character form when the menu system is locked Unlocked you can find a more detailed description in the two line format menu system See an explanation of navigating to the Display Errors option on page 3 28 The following pages list some of the error messages available in x Spot fixtures For other error messages contact customer service for assistance see Contacting High End Systems on page ii Always check wiring connections as the first step in identifying problems indicated by error messages see Wire Harness Connections on page 6 9 Since driver boards are interchangeable functionality can be verified by replacing a board with another board of it s type on the fixture see Replac ing a Driver Board on page 5 6 6 2 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual TENUETN 1951 JOdS X eoueuojure A eJouor 9 Display Error Messages 8 Character 16 Character Error Error Message Message Location LAMP FAN 1 Lamp fan on side with t
61. 2 Module Interleaving in Standard x Spot fixture Slot 2 Slot 3 Dual Rotating Gobos otating Gobo and Iris Effects Wheel Iris Gobo 1 Gobo 2 gt lt x Spot Features Basic Fixture e 4 1 22 0 11 element zoom lens 11 45 with constant aperture and focus tracking while zooming e 630 Pan and 240 Tilt Variable frost e Mechanical and electronic strobe Smooth linear dimming Remote focus Independent electronic homing for fixture function groups Operation e USITT DMX 512 1990 Compatible e ACN ready Ethernet connector High resolution optical encoders to monitor position and correct on the fly Onboard programming and playback e TalkBack protocol support for automating remote patching status updates etc Large dot matrix display allows for 2 lines of text automatic inversion based on fixture orientation 1 2 Features and Specifications x Spot User Manual Construction Flicker free electronic universal power supply 100 230V 50 60Hz Modular construction for easy upgrading and customizing Square base for universal truss mounting Easy head removal with clamshell bezels Ease of maintenance modularity interchangeable driver boards between modules minimum metric standard tool set Module Features Six Wheel Color Mixing Module Smooth CMY color mixing Six position dichroic color wheel with five 5 replaceable color filters plus open Variable Color Te
62. 3 Copy Boot 3 24 Menu map D 17 Copy Scene Menu 3 13 Copy Users Menu map D 16 Copying the Boot Code 3 23 CPU board LED State troubleshooting 6 2 Crossload Firmware 3 21 Menu map D 16 Crossloading Fixture Software 3 21 CTB 6 5 CTB TAB error 6 5 CTO TAB error 6 5 CYAN error 6 5 Cyan parameter 4 12 protocol A 6 Cyan self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 x Spot User Manual index 1 D Data Cables accessory part number 1 4 connectors 2 6 specifications 1 7 Data Communication board troubleshooting 6 2 DataIn 2 7 2 8 Data Loss Timeout 3 19 Menu map D 15 Data Out 2 7 Dichroics cleaning 5 15 specifications 1 6 Diffusion 4 12 Dim parameter 4 6 DMX protocol A 3 Dim self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Display 3 2 invert feature 3 2 Menu Locked mode 3 3 navigation buttons 2 11 Display Errors Menu map D 21 Display Invert manual control 3 18 Menu map D 15 setting 3 18 Display Level Menu map D 15 DMX 512 link channels required ona 2 6 DMX Address Menu 3 4 3 6 DMX Channel Channels Needed Menu Map D 21 DMX controller programming with 4 2 DMX Protocol 4 1 DMX protocol A 1 Start channel 2 9 3 3 determining 3 6 Menu map D 2 Next DMX Channel Menu Map D 21 setting 3 6 DMX Values 3 25 Menu map D 18 Driver boards replacing interchangible 5 6 verifying functionality 6 2 Dual Rotating Gobos Module DMX protocol A 8 features 1 3 parameter set 4 13 replacing 5 9 E EDGEDIMI error 6 4 EDGEDIMZ2 error 6 4 EDG
63. 360 degrees 0 255 100 FF A 10 x Spot DMX Protocol x Spot User Manual oran Parameter Description ec Ever Full Speed Control Indexed 0 15 0 6 0 0F Forward Rotate 16 31 6 12 10 1F Reverse Rotate 32 47 13 18 20 2F Scan 48 63 19 25 30 3F Blink 64 79 25 31 40 4F Reserved 80 95 31 37 50 5F Reserved 96 111 38 44 60 6F 30 Effects Rotate Reserved 112 127 44 50 70 7F Function MSpeed Control Indexed 128 143 50 56 80 8F Forward Rotate 144 159 57 62 90 9F Reverse Rotate 160 175 63 69 AO AF Scan 176 191 69 75 BO BF Blink 192 207 75 81 CO CF Reserved 208 223 82 88 DO DF Reserved 224 239 88 94 EO EF Reserved 240 255 94 100 FO FF Indexed Blink Modes Position from 0 360 degrees 0 255 0 100 0 FF Continuously Variable Forward Rotate Mode 31 Effects Rotate Rotate Stop 0 3 0 1 0 3 Coarse Forward Rotate Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Reverse Rotate Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Scan Mode Scan Slowest to Fastest 0 255 0 100 0 FF 32 Effects Rotate Indexed Mode Fine Low Order Byte position from 0 360 degrees 0 255 0 100 0 FF x Spot User Manual x Spot DMX Protocol A 11 u Parameter Description Thes SLOT
64. 4C 65 Lamp Function Ramp Open Snap Shut variable 102 127 40 50 66 7F channel set from Snap Open Ramp Shut variable 128 153 50 60 80 9A 32 63 Ramp Open Ramp Shut variable 154 179 60 70 9A B3 Random Ramp Snap variable 180 205 71 80 B4 CD Random Snap Ramp variable 206 231 81 91 CE E7 Open 232 255 91 100 E8 FF Close 0 23 0 9 00 17 Periodic lamp strobes 24 49 9 19 18 31 Random random lamp strobes 50 75 20 29 32 4B Synchronous random lamp strobes 76 101 30 40 4C 65 Boost lamp 1 0 second black 102 105 40 41 66 69 Boost lamp 0 75 second black 106 109 42 43 6A 6D 6 Boost lamp 0 66 second black 110 113 43 44 6E 71 Boost lamp 0 5 second black 114 117 45 46 72 75 Boost lamp 0 33 second black 118 121 46 47 76 79 Boost lamp 0 25 second black 122 127 48 50 7A 7F Shutter Lamp Boost lamp 1 0 second white 128 131 50 51 80 83 Effect Boost lamp 0 75 second white 132 135 52 53 84 87 Lamp Function Boost lamp 0 66 second white 136 139 53 55 88 88 channel set from 64 95 Boost lamp 0 50 second white 140 143 55 56 8C 8F Boost lamp 0 33 second white 144 147 56 58 90 93 Boost lamp 0 25 second white 148 153 58 60 94 99 Lightning strike 1 154 157 60 62 9A 9D Lightning strike 2 158 161 62 63 9E A1 Lightning strike 3 162 165 64 65 A2 A5 Lightning strike 4 166 169 65 66 A6 A9 Lightning strike 5 170 173 67 68 AA AD Lightning strike 6 174 179 68 70 AE B3 Reserved Default
65. 5 10 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual 3 Replace the star washers and 3mm hex screws and reattach both IDC connectors to the driver boards 4 Reattach the bezel guiding it into the bezel channel on each yoke arm and retighten captive bezel screws as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 5 Place the old module in the new unit s anti static bag for return Include the Return Material Authorization number RMA obtained from your dealer or point of purchase along with a written explanation of the problem or malfunction Replacing Static Color Wheel Dichroic Wedges This section describes replacing the Static Color Wheel dichroic wedges in the x Spot Six Wheel Color Mix module Replace color wedges if they are damaged or broken to change their order in the wheel or to install a new or custom color See Optional Accessories on page 1 4 for ordering information To replace a color wedge 1 Remove both sides of the bezel as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 2 Referring to Figure 5 11 grasp the upper module frame A and gently push it toward the lens as far as it will go The static color wheel B is the top wheel on the Six Wheel Color Mix module in Slot 1 at the base of the unit 3 Usea2 mm allen wrench to loosen the side set screw C on the hub of the static color wheel 4 Grasping the hub lift the wheel up and out of the fixture and place on a clean flat surface 1l Figure 5 10 Removing the Static Colo
66. 6 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual 4 Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to ENABLED to swap pan and tilt or DISABLED to revert fixture to default setting and press the Enter button to select Pan Invert This menu option inverts the direction of the pan motor to coordinate movements between fixtures facing each other horizontally To invert the fixture s Pan motion 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top levelto SET PARAMETERS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to INVERT The current state ENABLED or DISABLED will be displayed 4 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to ENABLED to invert Pan movement or DISABLED to revert fixture to default setting and press the Enter button to select Tilt Invert This menu option inverts the direction of the tilt motor to coordinate movements between fixtures on a link facing each other vertically To invert the fixture s Tilt motion 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to SET PARAMETERS MENU and press the Enter butt
67. 64 95 25 37 40 5F 9 Focus Function Reserved 96 127 38 49 60 7F Reserved 128 159 50 62 80 9F Reserved 160 191 63 74 AO BF Reserved 192 223 75 87 CO DF Reserved 224 255 88 100 E0 FF 10 Focus Auto or Manual Focus In 0 0 00 Auto or Manual Focus Out 255 100 FF Zoom in 0 0 00 Pigeon Zoom out 255 100 FF 12 MSpeed see MSpeed Conversion Table in Appendix B x Spot User Manual x Spot DMX Protocol A 3 N Parameter Description Thes Macro Off 0 5 0 2 00 05 Pan sweep from small to large angle 6 62 2 24 06 3E Macro Off 63 65 25 26 3F 41 Macro Tilt sweep from small to large angle 66 122 26 48 42 7A 13 MacroSpeed Macro Off 123 125 48 49 7B 7D tn n Clockwise circle from small to large 126 160 49 63 TE AO Macro Off 161 163 63 64 A1 A3 Counterclockwise circle from small to large 164 198 64 78 A4 C6 Reserved 199 255 78 100 C7 FF Safe 0 9 0 4 00 09 Pan and Tilt Mspeed Off 10 19 4 8 0 13 Display Off 20 28 8 11 14 1C Display Dim 30 38 12 15 1E 26 Display Bright 40 48 16 19 28 30 Home All 60 68 24 27 3C 44 Control Set Shutter Lamp On 80 88 31 35 50 58 14 Channel to 0 to Lamp Off 90 98 35 38 5A 62 access Control Shutdown 120 130 47 51 78 82 channel settings Reserved 131 149 51 58 83 95 except for ome Pan Tilt 160 168 63 66 A0 A8
68. 96 225 77 88 C4 E1 Forward Spin fastest 226 255 89 100 E2 FF Always in Continuous Mode Color Open 0 0 0 21 Temperature Full CTO 170 67 AA Orange Beam flatten 213 84 D5 Open 255 100 FF Always in Continuous Mode Beam flatten 0 0 0 22 Temperature Blue Open 39 Le 28 Full CTB 213 84 D5 Beam flatten 255 100 FF x Spot User Manual x Spot DMX Protocol A 7 n Parameter Description idee SLOT 2 DUAL ROTATING GOBOS MODULE Full Speed Control Indexed 0 15 0 6 0 OF Forward Wheel Spin 16 31 6 12 10 1F Reverse Wheel Spin 32 47 13 18 20 2F Scan 48 63 19 25 30 3F Random 64 79 25 31 40 4F Blink 80 95 31 37 50 5F TBC 96 111 38 44 60 6F 23 Gobo1 Function Continuous 112 127 44 50 70 7F MSpeed Control Indexed 128 143 50 56 80 8F Forward Wheel Spin 144 159 57 62 90 9F Reverse Wheel Spin 160 175 63 69 AO AF Scan 176 191 69 75 BO BF Random 192 207 75 81 CO CF Blink 208 2231 82 88 DO DF TBC 224 239 88 94 EO EF Continuous 240 255 94 100 FO FF Indexed Blink Scan Modes Position 1 Open 0 15 0 6 0 0F Position 2 16 47 6 18 10 2F Position 3 48 79 19 31 30 4F Position 4 80 111 31 44 50 6F Position 5 112 143 44 56 70 8F Position 6 144 175 57 69 90 AF Position 7 176 207 69 81 BO CF Position 8 208 239 82 94 DO EF 24 Gobo 1
69. 97 100 F8 FF x Spot User Manual x Spot DMX Protocol A 13 A 14 x Spot DMX Protocol x Spot User Manual Appendix B MSpeed Conversion Table The following table lists the MSpeed motor movement times and their corresponding DMX controller values If you have a numeric type controller use the Value Decimal dec column If you have a fader type controller use the Value Percentage column If your controller allows you to program hex values use the Value hex column 015 258 100 FF 3 07 228 89 E4h 11 84 201 79 C9 045 2584 100 FE 329 227 89 E3 1228 200 78 C8 047 253 99 FD 3 52 226 89 E2 12 72 199 78 37 049 252 99 FC 376 225 88 E1 13 17 198 78 C6 021 251 98 FB 4 00 224 88 EO 13 63 197 77 C5 025 250 98 FA 425 223 87 DF 14 10 196 77 C4 029 249 98 F9 4 52 222 87 DE 14 58 195 76 C3 035 248 97 F8 478 221 87 DD 1507 194 76 C2 021 247 97 F7 5 06 220 86 DC 15 56 193 76 C1 047 246 96 F6 534 219 86 DB 16 06 192 75 CO 055 245 96 F5 5 64 218 85 DA 16 57 191 75 BF 063 244 96 F4 594 217 85 D9 17 09 190 75 BE 073 243 95 F3 6 25 216 85 D8 17 61 189
70. Black 180 231 71 91 B4 E7 Open 232 255 91 100 E8 FF 2 x Spot DMX Protocol x Spot User Manual oran Parameter Description Kor nex Close 0 23 0 9 00 17 Periodic Strobe variable 24 49 9 19 18 31 Shutter Random Rand Strobe variable 50 75 20 29 32 4B Electronic Random Sync variable 76 101 30 40 4C 65 6 Dimming Ramp Open Snap Shut variable 102 127 40 50 66 7F Lamp Function Snap Open Ramp Shut variable 128 153 50 60 80 99 channel set from Ramp Open Ramp Shut variable 154 179 60 70 9A B3 PRESS Random Ramp Snap variable 180 205 71 80 B4 CD Random Snap Ramp variable 206 231 81 91 CE E7 Open 232 255 91 100 E8 FF Mechanical dimming only from closed open 0 255 0 100 00 FF 7 Dim Mechanical electronic dimming from closed open Lamp Control channel 5 set 0 255 0 100 00 FF from 96 127 Open No Frost 0 0 Variable Frost open to closed 1 127 1 49 Full Frost 128 135 50 53 Periodic Frost Strobe slow to fast 136 151 53 59 Random Frost Strobe slow to fast 152 167 60 66 8 Frost Ramp Open Snap Shut 168 1831 66 72 Snap Open Ramp Shut 184 199 72 78 Ramp Open Ramp Shut 200 215 78 84 Random Ramp Snap 216 231 85 91 Random Snap Ramp 232 247 91 97 Open No Frost 248 255 97 100 F8 FF ZoomTrack 0 31 0 12 00 1F Manual Focus 32 63 13 24 20 3F Reserved
71. Continuous and Blink Modes Full Cyan 0 0 0 Open 127 50 7F Full Cyan 128 50 80 Open 255 100 FF Spin Mode Continuous Positioning 0 127 0 50 00 7F Reverse Spin fastest 128 157 50 62 80 9D Reverse Spin slowest 158 187 62 73 9E BB Spin Stop 188 195 74 77 BC C3 Forward Spin slowest 196 225 77 88 C4 E1 Forward Spin fastest 226 255 89 100 E2 FF Cycle and Random Modes Slow Rate 0 0 00 Fast Rate 255 100 FF A 6 x Spot DMX Protocol x Spot User Manual ex Parameter Description ec Kos Pure Mix Mode Full Magenta 0 0 00 Open 255 100 FF Continuous and Blink Modes Full Magenta 0 0 0 Open 127 50 7F Full Magenta 128 50 80 19 Magenta Open 255 100 FF Spin Mode Continuous Positioning 0 127 0 50 00 7F Reverse Spin fastest 128 157 50 62 80 9D Reverse Spin slowest 158 187 62 73 9E BB Spin Stop 188 195 74 77 BC C3 Forward Spin slowest 196 225 77 88 C4 E1 Forward Spin fastest 226 255 89 100 E2 FF Pure Mix Mode Full Yellow 0 0 00 Open 255 100 FF Continuous and Blink Modes Full Yellow 0 0 0 Open 127 50 7F Full Yellow 128 50 80 20 Yellow Open 255 100 FF Spin Mode Continuous Positioning 0 127 0 50 00 7F Reverse Spin fastest 128 157 50 62 80 9D Reverse Spin slowest 158 187 62 73 9E BB Spin Stop 188 195 74 77 BC C3 Forward Spin slowest 1
72. D Factory default setting et REDUCED Optional protocol under development FLAT Optional protocol under development CROSSLOAD NO Safe setting FIRMWARE YES Uploads fixture software to all other x Spot fixtures on the link Tenue J9SA x 10dS x LI A den nuw Test Options Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels scrolls between values lt gt moves between items on the same level 4 selects 4 selects ALL Homes all fixture functions COLOR HOME FIXTURE ae ee BEAM Homes an individual fixture function PAN TILT DIMMING LAMP STATE ON Indicates or turns lamp on OFF Indicates or turns lamp off COPY BOOT NO Does nothing when Selected YES Copies boot code to fixture PAN TILT DIM CHASSIS TEST MENU FROST FOCUS ZOOM STATIC COLOR LIAN Displ h d DMX val If for th SLOT 1 MAGENTA SELF TEST ORE STEP DMX MENU CTO CTB GOBO 1 SLOT 2 GOBO 1 ROTATE TEST MENU EFFECTS EFFECTS ROTATE GOBO 2 SEC EI GOBO 2 ROTATE IRIS ALL Performs and displays all self test functions sequentially dey nu SI A Tenue 1951 JOdE X Information Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels scrolls between values lt gt moves between items on th
73. DMX programming at the fixture level including looping scenes and synchronizing playback see Show Creation with Onboard Preset Menu on page 4 2 Playback Mode Menu This level 2 menu option turns preset playback off or on and displays the currently programmed sequence of scenes Set the user mode to A or B through the FIXTURE MODE MENU to access this menu option for that user mode For more information see Select User Mode on page 3 20 When PLAYBACK MODE is ON the fixture plays the currently programmed sequence up to 16 scenes in length the maximum for each user mode or until it reaches a zeroed scene which indicates the end of a sequence The fixture ships with a factory programmed preset sequence that is the initial sequence for the PLAYBACK MODE As scene values are edited the default sequence is revised to include the new values for that scene To Playback a scene 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to ONBOARD PRESETS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to PLAYBACK MODE MENU The current state ON or OFF will be displayed 4 If OFF is displayed use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to ON The fixture will begin playing the currently programmed sequence and
74. DMX value settings by the Parameters for each Slot the menu displays one parameter with the DMX value below it per screen Parameters will change for different module configurations For a listing of the Parameters available on a standard configuration x Spot see Table 4 1 on page 4 1 x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 25 To access the DMX VALUES MENU 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the INFORMATION MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Usethe left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the DMX VALUES MENU and press the Enter button to select 4 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to BY CHANNEL to view the current value assigned to each DMX channel or BY PARAMETER to view specific Parameter value and press the Enter button to select 5 If BY CHANNEL is selected use the up and down arrows scroll through the channel range The display shows 6 DMX values per screen in two lines of 3 values each The number at the beginning of the line indicates the channel number corresponding to the first value in that line 6 If BY PARAMETER is selected use the left and right arrows to scroll Slot options and press the Enter button to select the Slot containing the desired parameter Use the left and right arrows to scroll through the paramet
75. EFCSI error 6 7 EDGEFCS2 error 6 7 EDGEFRST error 6 8 Edit Scene 3 8 Editing Parameters by Slot 3 9 EFFECT error 6 6 Effects Function parameter 4 14 protocol A 10 Effects Function self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Effects glass installing replacing 5 13 purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 Effects Position parameter 4 14 protocol A 10 Effects Rotate Coarse parameter 4 14 protocol A 11 Effects Rotate Fine parameter 4 14 protocol A 11 Effects Rotate Function parameter 4 14 protocol A 11 Effects Rotate self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Effects Wheel replacing effects glass 1 4 standard effects 4 13 Enter button 3 3 D 1 Error Message troubleshooting 6 2 Error message BOOTDIFF 3 23 in Display 3 4 index 2 x Spot User Manual F Factory Defaults 3 16 Menu map D 15 Fan Speed Menu map D 20 Features 1 2 Fixture master 4 3 slave 4 3 Fixture configuration modules 1 1 standard 1 1 Fixture Hours 3 27 Fixture Hours Reset 3 27 Fixture Hours Reset Menu map D 20 Fixture Mode menu 3 20 Fixture operation 3 1 Focus Control parameter 4 7 DMX protocol A 3 ZoomTrack 4 7 Focus parameter 4 7 DMX protocol A 3 Focus self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Focus Frost Zoom driver board 5 6 Frost parameter 4 7 DMX protocol A 3 Frost self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Fuse installing replacing 5 2 specifications 1 6 G Glass components cleaning 5 15 Gobo 1 Function parameter 4 14 Gobo
76. ENE menu s TIMING option sets crossfade and delay times for a scene and specifies the timebase for selected timing X FADE TIME is the time a fixture takes to transition crossfade from the DMX parameter values of one scene to the next DELAY is the total time the fixture plays a scene before moving to the next scene and includes any X FADE TIME atthe beginning of the scene TIMEBASE sets the units for timing in seconds minutes or hours Figure 3 4 describes the timing between 2 scenes x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 11 Figure 3 4 Assigning timing to a scene S 1 gt lt gt cene Playing time for Scene 2 values X fade time gt lt gt Scene 1 Delay time Scene 2 Delay time Scene 1 Scene 2 Note Ifthe X FADETIME is longer than the DELAY time for a scene the fixture will not reach that scene s values before it begins to play the next scene To set TIMING for a scene 1 10 11 12 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to ONBOARD PRESETS MENU and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to EDIT SCENE and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to TIMING and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arr
77. HH POSITION 3 HH POSITION 4 iH When GOBO 1 FUNCTION INDEXED or MS INDEXED the display GOBO 1 POSITION POSITION 5 He indicates options for centering the beam at any litho position on the wheel When GOBO 1 FUNCTION RANDOM SCAN or BLINK MS RANDOM POSITION 6 MS SCAN OR MS BLINK that word replaces Position in the display POSITION 7 HH POSITION 8 HH CONTIN GOBO 1 FUNCTION CONTIN Set from 0 360 degrees Tenue ISN x 10dS x 6a dem nun Onboard Presets Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels lt gt moves between items on the same EDIT SCENE SLOT 2 MENU level selects gt scrolls between values 4 selects INDEXED HH wheel takes the quickest path and snaps to chosen aperture FWD ROT Forward aperture wheel rotation at variable speeds REV ROT Reverse aperture wheel rotation at variable speeds TBD 9 Reserved BLINK Closes and opens the shutter on aperture position changes TBD R d GOBO 1 ROT FUNC Resana MS INDEXED HH MS FWD ROT These Gobo 1 Rotate Functions operate the same but at the motor speed MS REV ROT 444 time assigned in the MSPEED Menu instead of full speed MS TBD 444 more information see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 MS BLINK HH MS TBD
78. IER ERDE ee 5 2 Replacing the Lamp dete eet ree eter ere a n ea e e en 5 4 Optimizing the Damp reet tester testes 5 5 xii x Spot User Manual Replacing a Driver Board oo A eee es 5 6 Replacing Modules iere rettet een 5 7 Before Beginning eite 5 7 Replacing a Rotating Gobo and Iris Module in Slot 3 5 8 Replacing a Dual Rotating Gobo Module in Slot 2 5 9 Replacing a Six Wheel Color Mix Module for Slot 1 5 10 Replacing Static Color Wheel Dichroic Wedges ss 5 11 Replacing x Spot Lithopatterns and Effects Glass ii 5 12 Replacing Static Lithopatterns ss 5 14 Cleaning the Glass Components sise 5 15 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Bobby m A 6 1 Error Message Troubleshooting sis 6 2 Display Errot Messages dete teeth rhe lee Rissen en 6 3 Appendix A x Spot DMX Protocol Appendix B MSpeed Conversion Table Appendix C Safety Information Appendix D Menu Map Navigational Basics D 1 Level T Mens ars en ne D 1 DMX Address Men u AA D 2 Onboard Presets Menu essa Vet uicti tite i ipae ges D 2 Set Parameters D 15 Fixture Mode Men iii cti In iii D 16 Test Options Menu nt nenne kei Run add ginn D 17 Information Menu keiten arri D 18 x Spot User Manual xiii x Spot User Manual List of Figures Figure 1 1 Figure 1 2 Figure 1 3 Fi
79. L Features ieri M a eie ets 1 2 Basic Fixtures creep te t e ate edid denen desde essere eres nene 1 2 Operation iia er TS 1 2 Construction S SPHERE 1 3 Mod le Peatures 2 2222 get eee eene EEE 1 3 Six Wheel Color Mixing Module ss 1 3 Dual Rotating Gobo Module cee 1 3 Rotating Gobo and Iris Module 1 3 Optional ACCeSsSOTI6S ete dettes to tet doe dene e ne ero o Rear eoe seine Ds 1 4 SpecilicatiOns au cioe UG UE C Oc e edi e ie a o 1 5 Physical Specifications iei ti e E es kg 1 5 Electrical Specitications ie rn eet ete 1 6 Environmental Specifications eee cee cese cece cesseeceeceseescsesesaeeeseeseassesueseassesuesesseeegs 1 6 Dichroic Litho and Effect Specifications 1 6 Lamp Specifications iaia ded se nexu un tn ege ena ae 1 6 Lens Specifications cirie rin 1 7 Cable and Connector Specifications 1 7 Chapter 2 Setup and Configuration Unpacking the 2 1 Save All Shipping MaterialS sis 2 1 Installing a Power Cord Cap sisi 2 2 Installing a Line Cord Cap U K Only ss 2 2 Vatic Fitter Heads Information Danmark 2 2 Mounting the Fixture rara aa tenter E ipe 2 3 Mounting the Fixture Upright nennen 2 3 x Spot User Manual ix Beside innt 2 3 Dalety Cables 2 5 Fixture Clamps 6 nte Brain DR e o eoo E 2 5 Suggested Truss Mounting
80. LED Pan Tilt Swap DISABLED Display Invert AUTO Data Loss Timeout SHORT Pan Invert DISABLED Display Level 0N Protocol STANDARD If any of the default settings are changed this menu reverts to the OFF option The ON option restores all factory defaults To check and reset factory defaults 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to SET PARAMETERS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS The current state ON or OFF will be displayed 4 Toreinstate the factory defaults if OFF is displayed use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to ON and press the Enter button to select Pan Tilt Swap This option swaps the pan motor and tilt motor operation to coordinate movements between fixtures on a link mounted perpendicular to each other To swap Pan and Tilt 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to SET PARAMETERS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to PAN TILT SWAP The current state ENABLED or DISABLED will be displayed 3 1
81. MX value MACROOFF 0 Displays DMX value for Macro off PAN1 HHF Steps of pan sweep motion from 1 58 with DMX value MACROOFF 63 Displays DMX value for Macro off H Steps of tilt sweep motion from 1 58 with DMX value MACRO MACROOFF 123 Displays DMX value for Macro off CIRCLE1 Clockwise circle angle steps from 1 36 with DMX value MACROOFF 161 Displays DMX value for Macro off CIRCLE2 Counterclockwise circle angle steps from 1 36 with DMX value TBD Reserved for future use Tenue A ISN x 10dS x ca dep nus Onboard Presets Menu EDIT SCENE SLOT 1 MENU Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes gt moves between items on the same level A selects Scrolls between values 4 selects TTT T quickest path and snaps to the chosen wholeorhalfcolor FWD SPIN Forward color wheel spin at variable speeds REV SPIN Reverse color wheel spin at variable speeds CONTIN Positioning at any point on the color wheel SLOW SCN Oscillates the wheel at a slow range and speed FAST SCN Oscillates the wheel at a fast range and speed RANDOM Random whole color positions at variable speeds STATIC COLOR FUNCTION BLINK Closes then reopens the shutter between indexed color changes MS INDEXED THE MS FWD 85 MS REV SPIN T MS CONTIN T MS SLOW SCN IMS FASTSCN 85 MS RANDOM T MS BLINK T These Static Color Fu
82. NUTEJAI eJouor 9 Display Error Messages Location Problem Procedure For replacement parts see Contacting High End Systems on page ii Color mix module 2 phase board M2 on Tilt board side of fixture Color mix module 2 phase board M3 on Tilt board side of fixture 2 Check connection of Color mix sensor S2 at sensor and board Color mix module 2 phase board 4 on Tilt board side of fixture 4 Check for Color mix board malfunction by substituting another Color mix module 2 phase board 2 on side opposite tilt board Color mix module 2 phase board M3 on side opposite tilt board 8 Character 16 Character Error Error Message Message core T IM COLOR SN her OT MAGENTA TAB FOUND we FAB Pu vum Ga nir tun Color mix module 2 phase board 4 on side opposite tilt board Color mix wheel is not homing correctly 1 Check if broken Color mix wheel is or another obstruction is preventing tab from being found Check Color mix wheel wire connections to motor and board wm 2 phase boards from the fixture see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 5 Check that Color mix wheel homing Wheel sensor is installed 6 Check that Set screws on color mix wheel hub and color mix drive gear hub are tight 7 Check that Drive gear is aligned with wheel gear 8 Check for a missing thrust washer causing two wheels to move simultaneously 9 Check
83. P HH YELLOW NOT USED MIX COLOR FUNC CYCLE or RANDOM BLINK 9 MIX COLOR FUNC BLINK CTO CONTIN H Always in CONTIN mode Select 1 360 degrees CTB CONTIN Always in CONTIN mode Select 1 360 degrees sa den nus Tenue JosN n JOdE X Onboard Presets Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes lt gt moves between items on the same EDIT SCENE MENT A Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels level selects scrolls between values 4 selects INDEXED Quickest path and snap to the chosen position FWD SPIN Forward wheel spin at variable speeds REV SPIN Reverse wheel spin at variable speeds SCAN HF Oscillates the wheel at a factory determined range and speed RANDOM Selects random positions at variable speeds BLINK Closes then reopens the shutter between indexed position changes TBD Reserved GOBO 1 FUNCTION CONTIN Sets positioning at any point on the wheel 5 INDEXED HH MS FWD SPIN Ht MS REV SPIN These GOBO 1 FUNCTIONS operate the same but at the motor speed time SCAN 3 assigned in the MSPEED Menu instead of full speed For more information on Motor Speed see MSpeed Motor Speed on MS RANDOM HH page 4 8 MS BLINK HH MS TBD HH MS CONTIN HH OPEN HF Sets wheel to open position DMX value of 0 or 255 POSITION 2
84. PS FAN SPEED UNS Indicates th d of selected fan i luti HEAD 1 HHRPS ndicates the speed of selected fan in revolutions MENU HEAD 2 HURPS per second OPTICS FIXTURE HOURS TH Displays fixture operation time in hours minutes FIXTURE HOURS NO Default safe setting RESET YES Press Enter for 5 seconds to reset fixture hours to 0 LAMP HOURS TH Displays lamp operation time in hours minutes LAMP STRIKES HHH Displays current number of lamp strikes Tenue J9SA x 10dS x IcGa dew nuw Information Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels scrolls between values lt gt moves between items on the same level selects 4 selects LAMP HR STRIKE NO Default safe setting YES Press Enter for 5 seconds to reset fixture hours to 0 LAMP OFF LAMP ON Displays current lamp LAMP STATUS LAMP STRIKING status LAMP ERROR VERSION Major Minor Buil PAN HW SU TILT HW SW FOCUS FROST ZOOM HW SW SLOT 1A Displays the Hardware and Software versions for EI each logic board in the fixture MODULE VERSION MENU SW SLOT 2A Displays NOT AVAILABLE if a board does not exist HW SW in that position SLOT 2B HW SW SLOT 3A HW 5 4 SLOT 3B HW 5 4 DISPLAY ERRORS XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Scrolls through errors displayed in
85. Position Position 1 Open 240 255 94 100 FO FF Spin Mode Spin Stop 0 3 0 1 0 3 Spin Forward Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Spin Reverse Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Random Mode Random Stop 0 3 0 1 0 3 Random Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Continuous Mode Positioning from 1 360 degrees 0 255 100 FF A 8 x Spot DMX Protocol x Spot User Manual Chan 25 26 27 Parameter Gobo 1 Rotate Function Gobo 1 Rotate Coarse Gobo 1 Rotate Fine Description er hex Full Speed Control Indexed 0 15 0 6 0 OF Forward Rotate 16 31 6 12 10 1F Reverse Rotate 32 47 13 18 20 2F Scan 48 63 19 25 30 3F Blink 64 79 25 31 40 4F Reserved 80 95 31 37 50 5F Reserved 96 111 38 44 60 6F Reserved 112 127 44 50 70 7F MSpeed Control Indexed 128 143 50 56 80 8F Forward Rotate 144 159 57 62 90 9F Reverse Rotate 160 175 63 69 AO AF 176 191 69 75 BO BF Blink 192 207 75 81 CO CF Reserved 208 223 82 88 DO DF Reserved 224 239 88 94 EO EF Reserved 240 255 94 100 FO FF Indexed Scan Blink Modes Position 0 360 degrees 0 255 0 100 0 FF Rotate Mode Rotate Stop 0 3 0 1 0 3 Forward Rotate Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Reverse Rotate Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Scan Mode Scan Slowest to Fastest 0 255 0 100 0 FF Indexed Mode Low Orde
86. T CHANNEL PLAYBACK MODE MENU EDIT SCENE DMX ADDRESS MENU ONBOARD PRESETS MENU COPY SCENE CAPTURE DMX DEFAULT SEND PRESETS TO MENU TO SCENE PRESETS OTHER FIXTURES CHASSIS TIMING MENU MENU ZERO SCENE FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS PAN INVERT DISPLAY INVERT LAMP LIFE LIMIT DATA LOSS PAN TILT SWAP TILT INVERT DISPLAY LEVEL TIMEOUT SELECT MODULE SELECT USER COPY USERS PROTOCOL CROSSLOAD CONFIGURATION MODE MODE FIRMWARE SLOT 1 MODULE SLOT 2 MODULE SLOT 3 MODULE HOME SELF TEST FIXTURE LAMP STATE COPY BOOT MENU CHASSIS TEST SLOT 1 TEST SLOT 2 TEST SLOT 3 TEST MENU MENU MENU MENU UNIQUE NUMBER LAMP STRIKES MODULE NEXT DMX DMX VALUES LAMP HOURS LAMP DISPLAY MENU RESET STATUS ERRORS MENU SENSOR TEMPERATURES FIXTURE LAMP SOFTWARE CHANNELS STATUS MENU MENU HOURS RESET STRIKES VERSION NEEDED BY BY CURRENT MAXIMUM MINIMUM TEMPERATURES CHANNEL PARAMETER TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE RESET FOCUS FROST ZOOM SLOT 1B SLOT 2B SLOT 3B SLOT 1A SLOT 2A SLOT 3A DISPLAY x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 5 SET PARAMETERS MENU FIXTURE MODE MENU TEST OPTIONS MENU INFORMATION MENU DMX Address Menu DMX Address is the top level menu selection used to set the fixture s DMX start channel Use this menu option to change the existing DMX start channel to another DMX start channel Setting DMX Start Channel To se
87. TEST OPTIONS MENU and press the Enter button to select Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to HOME FIXTURE Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll through the homing options available from all to selected function homing options Press the Enter button to select Lamp State The LAMP STATE option in the TEST OPTIONS menu turns the lamp ON or OFF Copying the Boot Code When new software is uploaded to x Spot fixtures it may contain a new boot code which must be copied to each fixture This is apparent if the fixture displays a BOOTDIFF error N Caution Do not remove power from the fixture while performing a boot copy To accept and store the new boot code 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 23 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to the TEST OPTIONS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to the COPY BOOT option and press the Enter button to select 4 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the YES option and then press the Enter button to store the command The fixture will store the new boot code then automatically home Self Test Menu This option displays the steps and DMX values generated as the fixture tests the motor operation
88. ally designed to protect the product during transport High End Systems assumes no responsibility for products that are damaged during transport Return a product for repair in its original shipping carton and packing materials x Spot User Manual Setup and Configuration 2 1 Before sending anything to the factory call your High End Systems dealer distributor for a Return Material Authorization RMA number The factory cannot accept any goods shipped without an RMA number Installing a Power Cord Cap X Spot fixtures are shipped without an attached power cord cap Different locations even within the same country may require a different power cord cap to connect the fixture to a power outlet Because of the variety of power cord caps used worldwide High End Systems Inc cannot make specific recommendations for the power cord cap Contact a local authority for the type of power cord cap needed When installing the power cord cap note that the cores in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code e green and yellow earth blue neutral e brown live Warning Class 1 equipment This equipment must be earthed Installing a Line Cord Cap U K Only In the United Kingdom the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in the fixture s plug Therefore install a line cord cap in accordance with the following cod
89. ay panel allows direct access to the fixtures menu system for feature control Major operational features for x Spot fixtures include e Assigning a DMX start channel e Accessing and setting fixture options e Viewing fixture status e Crossloading software e Performing self tests DMX programming storing and playing scenes TalkBack Support for Remote Access All x Spot fixtures support TalkBack technology TalkBack technology is a new feature that allows remote access to the menu system built into High End Systems fixtures A DMX controller supporting TalkBack protocol like the HandShake handheld controllers from High End Systems can remotely access any option in the x Spot onboard menu system TalkBack protocol uses the normal DMX 512 connection for bi directional communication with the fixture so physical access to the fixture is no longer required to perform operations like changing a DMX address or configuring preset programs TalkBack protocol utilizes the primary DMX link pins 2 3 in a half duplex communication mode This means that it does not require pins 4 5 to be connected or used to receive TalkBack messages coming from the fixture x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 1 TalkBack protocol uses a discovery process to find the unique number that is embed ded inside each fixture similar to a serial number Once the fixtures have all been identified the current fixture parameter settings and info
90. correctly 2 a aS 1 Check Zoom sensor connections at sensor and board ocus Frost Zoom module OPENZOOM OPEN NOT FOUND phase board sensor S2 and M2 2 Check Zoom motor wire connections at motor and board 3 Check for wire damage 4 Verify board functioning by substituting with another 2 phase board from the fixture see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 5 Check that Zoom sensor is installed and operating 6 Check that sensor wheel is installed ZOOM HOMING CLOSZOOM CLOSING NOT fen Le mad 2 7 Check that pinion gear set screw is tight FOUND N 8 Check that Zoom belt is installed and undamaged 9 Check for Zoom lens damage 10 Replace motor Focus not homing correctly 1 Focus homing tab not installed 8 9 SOUEUSJUTEIN eJouor TENUETA 1950 J0dS x Display Error Messages 8 Character Error Message 16 Character Error Message Location Problem Procedure For replacement parts see Contacting High End Systems on page ii FROST HOMING Focus Frost Zoom module 2 CONFIG CHANGE EDGEFRST EDGE NOT FOUND p board motor M1 sensor MODULE SLOT 1 SLOT 1 ID CONFIG CHANGE Module in Slot 1 MODULE SLOT 2 SLOT 2 ID CONFIG CHANGE Module in Slot 2 sLot 3 rp MODULE SLOT 3 Module in Slot 3 Frost not homing correctly 1 Check Frost sensor connection at sensor and board Check Frost motor wire connection at motor and board Check for wir
91. d Tilt serein A A tir es dt ti E C is 4 4 Lamp 2 dee eed RIREBSEIRSSSTH tered oe 4 4 Shutter 4 5 Mn enr iris IE dein 4 6 EP 4 7 Focus Control and FOCUS gia 4 7 ZOOM er ERR ee e Eve Ern En essen eue envases tee REDE RN TE 4 7 MsSpeed Motor Speed sr El 4 8 A RN 4 8 CM As 4 9 Six Wheel Color Mixing Module Parameters ss 4 10 Static Color FUNCHOMN rene ia 4 10 Static Color Position bar arr it 4 11 Golor Mix Function a aaa 4 11 Cyan Magenta and Yellow eee vineis rii neet EK iE EAEE SEE 4 12 CTO and a Sd 4 12 Dual Rotating Gobos Module Parameters eene nere 4 13 F ncti n u n eei redeo eee eee ssh eee eee err ee eh e e PERO eoe o Due ve van 4 14 Gobo Positioni REL 4 14 Gobo Rotate Function 4 14 Gobo Rotate 4 14 Rotating Gobo and Iris Module Parameters 4 16 2 nee nes 4 16 CODO 2 Position rn ae dne neue a E 4 17 Gobo 2 Rotate Function ettet nn nn aaa 4 17 Gobo Z Rotate Coarse Fine 4 35 ett alaba babas 4 17 Ts es OOS 4 18 Chapter 5 General Maintenance Replacing Parts eser A IE En Eiern rd 5 2 Replacing FUSES 5 nn ep a e E
92. d at the same time In other words a scene cannot be created using the on board memory and played back using a controller Also a controller cannot be used at the same time on board scenes are playing Note Because controllers cannot transmit crossfade or delay construct values use preset programming in the onboard menu system to manually set those construct values at the fixture Show Creation with a DMX Controller Using a DMX controller an operator can program an unlimited number of sequences combinations of scenes and retain direct control over the x Spot fixture at all times The technique of programming a fixtures using a controller and then capturing the scene s to the on board memory of multiple x Spot fixtures can save time For more information see Capture DMX to Scene on page 3 14 The Whole Hog II Lighting Console and the HandShake handheld controller are the DMX controllers available from High End Systems to control x Spot fixtures see Optional Accessories on page 1 4 For more information on whether a DMX controller supports x Spot fixtures contact the controller s vendor For more information on operating the fixture with a controller or control device such as DMX control software consult the documentation provided with the controller Show Creation with Onboard Preset Menu Fixture level DMX programming is executed in the Preset portion of fixture s Onboard Menu system To create scenes modify the default
93. e e The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the plug terminal which is marked with the letter or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or coloured red A Warning Class 1 equipment This equipment must be earthed Vatic Fitter Heads Information Danmark Advarsel Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock Vigtigt Lederne med gul groen isolation maa kun tilsluttes en klemme maerket amp eller 2 2 Setup and Configuration x Spot User Manual Mounting the Fixture Mount x Spot fixture either upright on the fixture s base in any orientation suspended from a support system such as a truss or permanently to a wall or ceiling Warnings Equipment suitable for dry locations only Do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture di Maintain a minimum distance of 1 m 3 28 ft from combustible materials C 2m f Maintain a minimum distance of 2 m 6 56 ft from illuminated object Do not mount on flammable surface Use a secondary safety cable when mounting this fixture Mounting the Fixture Upright Caution Do not mount the fixture upright without the four rubber feet To mount the fixture upright ma
94. e The configuration type indicates the fixture s modular setup The Standard configuration shown in the example above contains Six Wheel Color Mixing in Slot 1 Dual Rotating Gobos in Slot 2 and Rotating Gobo and Iris in Slot 3 See Table 3 2 on page 3 20 for alternate 8 character configuration type descriptions x Spot User Manual Setup and Configuration 2 9 DMX Start Channel The DMX Start Channel is the first channel currently assigned to that fixture in its range of channels on a DMX link To reset the DMX start channel see To Set the Start Channel on an x Spot Fixture on page 2 11 Error Message Display Errors are displayed in short 8 character form when the menu system is locked Unlocked in the two line format more detailed descriptions are available See an explanation of navigating to the Display Errors option on page 2 10 For more information on error messages see Error Message Troubleshooting on page 6 2 Verifying and Uploading Fixture Software Check the display in the Menu Locked mode to identify the Software version loaded on that fixture Verify that the version displayed by the fixture is the latest available The latest software for Studio Beam fixtures is available in the support section of the High End Systems web site www highend com Ifa software upgrade is required there are three ways to upload new software to x Spot fixtures 1 Attach a High End Systems Upload Dongle to the computer and
95. e creation of scenes on multiple x Spot fixtures connected to aDMX 512 link Use the DMX controller to create a scene then save capture the DMX values for that scene into a fixture s presets Transferring the DMX values to the fixture s onboard menu will allow playback without the controller or transfer to other x Spot fixtures on the same DMX link see Send Presets to Other Fixtures on page 3 15 When capturing a scene into a fixture s presets all parameter values must be constant i e there cannot be any pan tilt movement or scene to scene sequencing Note The fixture s on board scene memory must be used to manually select values for the Crossfade and Delay parameters since a DMX controller will not transmit those parameter values This menu option can be accessed for either User A or User B To change User mode see Select User Mode on page 3 20 To CAPTURE DMX TO SCENE 1 Ifthe menu system is locked press and hold down the Menu button until the extended 2 line display appears indicating the top menu level 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to ONBOARD PRESETS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Usingthe left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to CAPTURE DMX TO SCENE The display will show the current scene number 4 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the scene number to take values from the controller and pre
96. e damage Verify board functioning by substituting with another 2 phase board from the fixture see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 Check that Frost sensor tab is installed and operating Check that Frost gear set screw is tight Check that Frost gear is aligned with frost flag teeth Replace motor CPU did not find module 1 Check that module is assigned to slot ID see Module Configuration Menu on page 3 20 2 Check that module is plugged into head harness 3 Check head harness tilt harness pan harness top box harness for connection and damage see Wire Harness Connections on page 6 9 4 Check if motor power supply output fuse is blown see Replacing Fuses on page 5 2 AON CONDO 1951 JOdS X eoueuojure A eJouor 69 Display Error Messages 8 Character Error Message 16 Character Error Location Problem Procedure Message For replacement parts see Contacting High End Systems on page ii LITETOUT Lamp is off 1 Lamp may by too hot to strike Wait several minutes for lamp to cool try striking lamp see Lamp State on page 3 23 2 Verify Pan board with another 3 phase board from fixture LAMP TOUT Throughout fixture see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 3 Check that wire harness is connected and undamaged 4 Check for damage to lamp or interlock switch To replace lamp see Replacing the Lamp on page 5 4
97. e same level 4 selects 4 selects SENSOR STATUS B Displays absolute position of Pan MENY tne NCODER Displays absolute position of Tilt BER Displays fixture s unique 10 character number lh THEE F A AHHE HE Displays current values for Channels 001 512 and BY CHANNEL 7 HA 6 DMX values screen The number at the beginning 10 of each line indicates the first channel with a value HE HE displayed on that line THE 44444 DMX BREAKS HHHH DMX FRAMING ERR HH DMX OVERRUN ERR Th DMS START CHANNEL PAN COURSE oe PAN FINE Th ae MENU TILT COARSE Displays one parameter per screen with current DMX value below it BY PARAMETER TILT FINE it LAMP CONTROL Th SHUTTER TH I nm ROST FOCUS CONTROL Tenue Js 10dS x dem nus Information Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Option Setting Description Notes lt gt moves between i DMX VALUES MENU BY PARAMETER Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels tems on the same level selects Sl 1 SO ISATICQUR SLOT1 PARAMETERS FUNCTION selects STATIC COLOR POSITION MIX COLOR FUNCTION 9 MIX COLOR POSITION CYAN scrolls between values Displays one parameter per screen with current DMX
98. e speeds Blink indexed Closes then reopens the shutter between indexed color changes Static Color Position DMX Channel 16 controls Static Color wheel position Use this parameter to position the beam at the center of a color wedge or halfway between two adjacent colors Figure 4 4 shows the available positions Figure 4 4 Static Color Wheel positions Position 1 i Open Position 6 1 iti osition B White lan 1 2 Position 6 Blue 7 Position 2 Red Position 5 6 Position 213 Position 3 Yellow Position Position 5 Orange Position 45 Position 4 Green Color Mix Function This parameter determines how the cyan magenta and yellow color wheels move The Color Function values can be enabled in either full speed controller crossfading the wheel positions or MSpeed MSpeed control of the wheel motor For more information on MSpeed see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 Table 4 6 describes the Color Mix Function settings x Spot User Manual The x Spot Menu System 4 11 Table 4 6 Color Mix Function Descriptions Color Function Description Allows color wheel movement from open white to saturated color permits a Pure Mix iu smaller step between color wheel positions for color crossfades Continuous Allows complete 360 degree color wheel movement Puts all three cyan magenta and yellow color wheels in spin mode Wheel Spin Spin sp
99. ee Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 Figure 5 14 Replacing Static lithopatterns Static lithopattern positions Static lithopattern framing bracket 5 14 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual Cleaning the Glass Components A Warnings Disconnect power before servicing Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 130 C 266 F al Allow the fixture to cool before handling You will need e asoft lint free cotton cloth mild glass cleaning solution containing no ammonia To clean the internal glass components 1 Disconnect power to the fixture If the fixture has been operating allow the fixture to cool before handling 2 Remove the bezel by loosening the 3 captive screws on each side 3 Clean the dichroics lithopattern and effects color wheels and lens using a mild glass cleaner containing no ammonia and a soft lint free cotton cloth x Spot User Manual General Maintenance 5 15 5 16 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter lists typical symptoms and solutions for problems you might experience when using x Spot fixture For additional help contact Customer Service for assistance see Contacting High End Systems on page ii Caution This fixture must be serviced by qualified personnel The information listed in this section is intended to assist qualified personnel only LED States LEDs located throughout the x Spot indicate how the uni
100. eed direction or fixed position can be set individually on CMY channels Uses only the color mixing portion of the cyan magenta and yellow color wheels Cycle to cycle colors from red to green to blue at variable speeds rate set by cyan DMX channel Performs a pseudo random color chase of 12 factory selected colors using the Random cyan magenta and yellow color wheels at variable speeds rate set by cyan DMX channel Blink Defined using Continuous wheel operation Shutter snaps closed during any color move then re opens Cyan Magenta and Yellow These parameters determine how the individual color mixing wheels move Channel 18 controls Cyan Channel 19 controls Magenta and Channel 20 controls Yellow The Color Function value choosen determines the available color wheel settings see Table 4 7 Table 4 7 Cyan Magenta and Yellow Setting Descriptions Color Function Setting Available Description Pure Mix Mode Allows exact positioning of the color wheel from full color to white Allows exact positioning of the color wheel from white to full color to continuous Mode white over the full revolution of the wheel Spin Mode Determines the color wheel spin speed direction or fixed position Determines the speed at which all three cyan magenta and yellow Cycle amp Random Mode color wheels move to the next cycle color or random color The Cyan color wheel sets the rate for all the wheels
101. el scaling the overall brightness Table 4 2 describes the interaction between the Lamp Control and Shutter Parameters The x Spot fixture supports Electronic Dimming effects as well as mechanical dimming and a combination of both Electronic Dimming effect works by lowering the lamp power Electronic Dimming alone will not go to black Shutter The Shutter Parameter channel 6 determines the way the shutter is opened and closed In addition to the normal functions Lamp Control channel 5 modifies the Shutter parameter to create Lamp Burst Lightning and Electronic Dimming effects Table 4 2 Lamp Control and Shutter Parameter Settings Lamp Function Setting Shutter Setting Description Close Closes shutter Periodic Strobe Strobes beam at specified intervals Random Random Strobe Strobes beam randomly Synchronizes random strobing of all x Spot fixtures using the same controller Opens shutter at variable speeds then snaps shut at full speed Normal Shutter Snap Open Ramp Shut Opens shutter at full speed then ramps shut Functions Ramp Open Ramp Shut En shutter at variable speeds then ramps Opens shutter at random variable speeds then snaps shut at full speed Opens shutter at full speed then ramps shut at random variable speeds Open Opens shutter Random Synchronous Strobe Values 0 31 Ramp Open Snap Shut Random Ramp Snap Snap Random Ramp Close Closes shutter P
102. er 4 4 DMX protocol A 1 Tilt Invert 3 17 Menu map D 15 Tilt self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 TILTENCD error 6 4 Timing 3 11 TOPITEMP error 6 3 TOPBFANI error 6 3 TOPBFAN2 error 6 3 Troubleshooting Error messages 6 2 U Unique Number 3 25 Menu map D 18 Unique number TalkBack 3 2 Upload Dongle 2 10 purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 Uploading software 2 10 W Whole Hog II controlling x Spot fixtures 4 2 purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 X x Spot DMX Protocol 4 1 Y YELLOW error 6 5 Yellow parameter 4 12 protocol A 7 Yellow self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 index 6 x Spot User Manual
103. eriodic Strobe Random Random Strobe Random Synchronous Strobe Periodic and random strobe functions are lamp assisted Val 32 63 IS Ramp Open Snap Shut Lamp Assisted 5 Open R Shut Strobes pen Ramp Open Ramp Shut Ramping functions are not lamp assisted Random Ramp Snap Random Snap Ramp Open Opens shutter x Spot User Manual The x Spot Menu System 45 Table 4 2 Lamp Control and Shutter Parameter Settings Lamp Function Lamp Effects ranges from 1 25 second Setting Shutter Setting Description Close Closes shutter Periodic strobes Random random strobes Strobes are mechanical and will go to black Synchronous random strobes Values 64 95 Boost lamp black Six time Boosts the lamp for a specified time then closes the shutter Boost lamp white Six time ranges from 1 25 second Boosts the lamp for a specified time then leaves the shutter open with the lamp dimmed Lightning strike Six available for x Spot fixtures Dim channel scales the overall brightness of the lightning effect Values 128 159 Electronic Dimming Periodic Strobe Random Random Strobe Random Synchronous Strobe Ramp Open Snap Shut Snap Open Ramp Shut Ramp Open Ramp Shut Random Ramp Snap Random Snap Ramp Open Open Opens shutter Values 96 127 Closed The lamp electronically dims with the
104. ers for that slot to view the current DMX value Temperatures Menu The x Spot fixture contains temperature sensors that track current maximum and minimum temperatures produced in the unit Sensors monitor the air temperature of the topbox and the lamp cooling fans in the fixture s head Initial setting for current maximum and minimum temperatures are equal As the sensor detects temperature changes the fixture adjusts the minimum and maximum settings Temperatures can be reset using TEMPERATURES RESET in the same menu level To view current maximum and minimum temperatures 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Usethe left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the INFORMATION MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Usethe left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the TEMPERATURES MENU and press the Enter button to select 4 Usetheleft and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll between CURRENT TEMPERATURE MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE MINIMUM TEMPERATURE and TEMPERATURE RESET Press the Enter button to select 3 26 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual 5 IfCURRENT TEMPERATURE MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE or MINIMUM TEMPERATURE is selected use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to view the temperature on the Topbox and Head sensors 6 When TEMPERATURE RESET is selected NO is displayed as a safe setting
105. es Sicherheitskabel 2 VORSICHT Bei einer hei e Lampe besteht Explosionsgefahr Nach dem Abschalten der Netzspannung sollten Sie etwa 5 Minuten warten bevor Sie das Lampengeh use ffnen Sch tzen Sie beim Auswechseln der Lampen Ihre H nde und tragen Sie eine Schutzbrille 3 Die Oberfl chen des Ger tes k nnen Temperaturen bis zu 100 C erreichen Vor dem Anfassen stets 5 Minuten lang abk hlen lassen 4 Falls die Lampe besch digt oder durch W rmeeinwirkung verformt ist mu sie ausgewechselt werden C 6 Safety Information x Spot User Manual Ap ndice C Informaci n Importante De Seguridad Advertencia Para Protecci n Continua Contra Incendios 1 Este equipo est disenado para utilizarse nicamente con la l mpara de haluro met lico Philips serie M de 700 vatios y base GY 9 5 El uso de cualquier otro tipo de l mpara pued resultar peligroso y pued anular la garant a 2 No monte el sobre una superficie inflamable dim 3 Mantenga una distancia m nima de materiales combustibles de 1 0 metro 4 Cambie los fusibles nicamente por otros que sean del tipo y la clasificaci n especificadas C2m 5 Guarda una distancia m nima a objetos iluminados de 2 0 metro 6 Este equipo debe conectarse a un circuito que tenga una protecci n m xima contra las sobrecargas de 20 A Advertencia Para La Protecci n Continua Contra Electrocuciones 1 Si se recibi este equipo sin el enchufe de alimentacio
106. ews x y and z shown in Figure 5 4 Look at the wall where the beam is projected and use the optimization screws to adjust the lamp s position within the fixture until the hotspot of brightness is at the center ofthe beam and diffused The x and y screws move the hotspot The center z screw adjusts beam flatness x Spot User Manual General Maintenance 5 5 Figure 5 4 Lamp optimization screws Replacing a Driver Board Warnings Disconnect power before servicing Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 130 C 266 F Allow the al fixture to cool before handling The standard x Spot fixture is designed with two basic types of motor driver boards 1 Interchangeable 2 phase boards drive the motors for each of the user configured modules and the Focus Frost Zoom functions 2 Interchangeable 3 phase pan and tilt driver boards Functional identification is accomplished with configuration of standoffs and contact screws that allow for position specific board addressing see Figure 5 5 Figure 5 5 Driver board configurations 2 Phase Motor Driver Boards 3 Phase Motor D
107. f ses allineare 5 2 Replacing the lamp M ess 5 4 Lamp optimization SCreWS ii 5 6 Driver board configurations ss sisi 5 6 Replacing a 2 phase driver board 2 5 7 Figure 5 7 Installing Replacing Slot 3 Module i 5 8 Figure 5 8 Installing Removing Slot 2 Module 1G e 5 9 Figure 5 9 Removing Installing Slot module ss 5 10 Figure 5 10 Removing the Static Color Wheel ss 5 11 Figure 5 11 Replacing Static Color Wedges ss 5 11 Figure 5 12 Accessing Dichroic wedges in Static Color Wheel 5 12 Figure 5 13 Replacing a lithopattern or effects glass in a rotating gobo wheel 5 13 Figure 5 14 Replacing Static lithopatterns sis 5 14 x Spot User Manual List of Tables Table 3 1 Example Determining DMX Start Channels on a Link 3 7 Table 3 2 Module Identification ss 3 20 Table 3 3 Self Test by Slot obe eee 3 24 Table 4 1 Parameters for a Standard Configuration x Spot Fixture esses 4 1 Table 4 2 Lamp Control and Shutter Parameter Settings 4 5 Table 4 3 Frost Setting Descriptions sis 4 7 Table 4 4 Control Setting Descriptions ss 4 9 Table 4 5 Static Color Function Descriptions ss 4 10 Table 4 7 Cyan Magenta and Yellow Setting Descriptions 4 12 Table 4 6 Color Mix Function Descriptions ss 4 12 Table 4 8 Gobo Function
108. g Caution This equipment is designed for use with a Philips MSR 700SA 700 Watt metal halide lamp only Use of any other type lamp may be hazardous and may void the warranty gt A To install replace the lamp 1 Disconnect power to the fixture If the fixture has been operating wait for the lamp to cool before handling 2 Puton protective eyewear and gloves Refer to Figure 5 3 for Steps 3 8 3 Using a wide tip flat head screwdriver loosen but do not remove the two lamp assembly screws A 4 Pullthelamp assembly straight out of the fixture B The lamp assembly is connected to the fixture by lamp socket wires C Support the lamp assembly while replacing the lamp Do not allow the lamp socket wires to support the weight of the lamp assembly 5 Holding the existing lamp by its ceramic base carefully pull the lamp straight out of the lamp socket D Figure 5 3 Replacing the lamp Removelamp N Remove lamp from D lamp socket s ssh Tp 54 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual Caution Do not squeeze the lamp glass while removing the existing lamp N from the socket Lamp glass may shatter 6 Remove all packaging materials from the new lamp Holding the new lamp by its ceramic base gently press the two base pins into the lamp socket until the lamp is firmly seated N Caution When handling the new lamp avoid contact with the lamp glass If the lamp glass
109. gh to accommodate that fixture type Fourth Studio Spot 18 channels C121 121 138 Every channel in the link does not need to be assigned Custom x Spot The channel range required for a Fifth Color Mix 2 22 channels C140 139 160 fixture type can change with y custom fixtures When setting the Start channel on a fixture remember e Afixture s physical location on the link does not have to coincide with the order of channel range assignments in the link See Row 2 in Table 3 1 The fixture s channel range must not overlap any other device s channel range on the link When two devices on the same DMX link have overlapping channel ranges one or both devices will be disabled or behave erratically The single exception would be if two or more fixtures need to respond to controller commands in exactly the same way In that case those fixtures must be the same type for example two x Spot fixtures and must share the entire channel range x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 7 Onboard Presets Menu The Presets menu provides many of the features of aDMX controller onboard the fixture Presets give the user the capability of programming fixtures for stand alone operation by creating storing sequencing synchronizing and playing back scenes Onboard Presets also allows to viewing programming and copying parameters between scenes on a single fixture or sending them to other fixtures For more information on
110. gure 2 1 Figure 2 2 Figure 2 3 Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5 Figure 2 6 Figure 2 7 Figure 3 1 Figure 3 2 Figure 3 3 Figure 3 4 Figure 3 5 Figure 4 1 Figure 4 2 Figure 4 3 Figure 4 4 Figure 4 5 Figure 4 6 Figure 5 1 Figure 5 2 Figure 5 3 Figure 5 4 Figure 5 5 Figure 5 6 x Spot Fixture Components sisi 1 1 Module Interleaving in Standard x Spot fixture oo 1 esee 1 2 x Spot Dimensions sisi 1 5 Removing and replacing the bezel i 2 1 Removing handles and side wings ss 2 3 Baseplate configuration for standard truss sizes 2 4 XER 9 pif 2 7 Linking x Spot fixtures erre t eine 2 8 Data cable terminator iii 2 8 The x Spot menu system navigation buttons sese 2 11 Front panel display u e een sense 3 2 x Spot Menu System Overview i 3 5 Edit Scene Menu Options in Standard x Spot sse 3 9 Assigning timing to a scene sisi 3 12 Automatic Display Invert feature ss 3 18 Synchronized Playback Example ss 4 3 Example of synchronized playback eese 4 3 x Spot color wheel assembly ss 4 10 Static Color Wheel positions RER 4 11 Wheels in the Dual Rotating Gobos module i 4 13 Rotating Gobo 2 Lithopatterns 4 16 Removing and replacing the bezel i 5 1 Locate and ACCESS
111. hazardous and may void the warranty Do not mount on a flammable surface Maintain minimum distance of 1 0 meter 3 28 feet from combustible materials Replace fuses only with the specified type and rating Observe minimum distance to lighted objects of 2 0 meters 6 6 feet This equipment for connection to branch circuit having a maximum overload protection of 20 A Warning For Continued Protection Against Electric Shock 1 2 If this equipment was received without a line cord plug attach the appropriate line cord plug according to the following code e brown live e blue neutral e green yellow earth As the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows the core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow e the core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black e the core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red Class I equipment This equipment must be earthed Equipment suitable for dry locations only Do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture Disconnect power before re lamping or servicing Refer servicing to qual
112. hi Non e da essere esposta ne alla pioggia ne umidita 4 Perqualsiasi riparazione rivolgersi al personale specializzato L utente non deve riparare nessuna parte dentro l unita 5 Aparecchio di Classe I Questa apparecchiatura deve essere messa a terra Avvertenza Per Proteggersi Contro Le Radiazioni Dei Raggi Ultravioletti Non usare questa apparecchiatura se il sistema di chiusura della lampadina non e completo o se gli scudetti le lenti o gli schermi ultravioletti si sono visibilmente danneggiati di maniera tale che la loro efficacia sia stata ridotta ad esempio se vi sono visibili spaccature o graffi profondi Mai guardare direttamente verso la lampadina quando sia accesa Avvertenza Per Non Ferire Ad Altre Persone 1 Al montare questa apparechiatura usare un secondo cavo di sicurezza x Spot User Manual Safety Information 9 2 Avvertenza lalampadina calda potrebbe esplodere Spegnerla per 5 minuti prima di aprirla Usare protezzioni per le mani e per gli occhi prima di cambiare la lampadina 3 Le superfici della apparecchiatura possono arrivare a temperature di 100 gradi centrigradi 212 gradi f Aspettare 5 minuti prima di maneggiare 4 Cambiare la lampadina se si danneggia o se si e deformata dovuto alle alte temperature Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation Advarsel Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock VIGTIGT LEDEREN MED GUL GROEN ISOLATION MAA KUN TILSLUTTES KLEMME MAERKET ELLER L
113. ideline only You will need e safety cables 2 clamps 3 or 4 e locking washers 3 or 4 l Disconnect power to the fixture If it has been operating allow the fixture to cool for five minutes before handling 2 At least 2 people are required to mount the x Spot fixture with one person on each side supporting and attaching that side of the fixture Once the clamps are attached one person can support the fixture while the other attaches safety cables Always stand on a firm stable surface when mounting a fixture to its support The fixture should be at a comfortable working height and should either be resting on a stable surface or held in a stable manner Do not allow one person to both support and mount the fixture 3 Attach suitable clamps through the holes on the base of the fixture Use locking washers when attaching the clamps to the fixture s base 4 Tighten the clamps firmly to the fixture s base and to the support 5 Loop one or more suitable safety cables around the support around the fixture s base and through the fixture s handles x Spot User Manual Setup and Configuration 2 5 Linking the Fixtures X Spot fixtures can be linked to other fixtures on a standard DMX 512 link and then be controlled by the first fixture on the link or aDMX controller The number of fixtures on a link will be determined by the combined number of channels required by all the fixtures The standard configuration for an x S
114. iew the programmed sequence with the modified scene values The following SCENE EDIT example describes steps to create a tricolor rotating tunnel with a ramping size change All module parameters and values are for a Standard Configuration x Spot fixture see Standard Configuration on page 1 1 x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 9 To access a Scene for editing 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to ONBOARD PRESETS MENU and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to EDIT SCENE Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the number of the scene for editing in this example SCENE 1 and press the Enter button to select Entering a scene number causes the fixture to begin play the current settings for that scene Scrolling to a new option or setting causes the fixture to play the effect but not to store it into memory until the Enter button is pressed Note To edit one of the other User mode s 16 scenes see Select User Mode on page 3 20 To edit the Chassis parameters 5 6 T 10 11 CHASSIS is the first option in the Level 3 Menus Press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to SHUTTER Use the up and dow
115. ified personnel no user serviceable parts inside x Spot User Manual Safety Information 1 Warning For Continued Protection Against Exposure To Excessive Ultraviolet UV Radiation 1 3 Do not operate this equipment without complete lamp enclosure in place or if shields lenses or ultraviolet screens are damaged Change shields lenses or ultraviolet screens if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired for example by cracks or deep scratches Never look directly at the lamp while lamp is on Warning For Continued Protection Against Injury To Persons 1 Use secondary safety cable when mounting this fixture 2 Caution hot lamp may be an explosion hazard Do not open for 5 minutes after switching off Wear eye and hand protection when re lamping 3 Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 100 C 212 F Allow 5 minutes for cooling before handling 4 Change the lamp if it becomes damaged or thermally deformed C2 Safety Information x Spot User Manual Appendice C Importantes Informations Sur La S curit Mise En Garde Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Incendies l Cetappareil est concu uniquement pour une lampe m tallique halogene Philips de 700 watts base GY 9 5 Son utilisation avec tout autre type de lampe peut tre dangereuse et annuler la garantie 2 Ne pas monter les lampes sur une surface inflammable im 3 Maintenir
116. ilt board LAMPFANI STOPPED Connects to Tilt board HD9 Lamp fan on side opposite tilt LaMPrAN2 LAMP FAN 2 board to Tilt board STOPPED HD3 OPTICS FAN Optics fan Connects to Tilt board STOPPED HD4 TOP BOX FAN 1 Motor power supply fan TORBEANS STOPPED Connects to Pan board HD4 TOP BOX FAN 2 Lamp power supply fan TORBRANZ STOPPED Connects to Pan board HD3 HEAD TEMP 1 Temp sensor on tilt board side LMPITEMP MISSING Connects to Tilt board HD5 Temp sensor on side away from LMP2TEMP HEAD TEMP 2 Tilt board Connects to Tilt board MISSING HD10 TOPTEMP TOP BOX TEMP Top box motor power supply fan MISSING Connects to HD10 on Pan board For replacement parts see Contacting High End Systems on page ii Fan is not operating Problem Procedure 1 Check wiring connections at fan and board 2 Verify board operation by switching it with another 3 phase board from the fixture see Replacing a Driver Board on page 5 6 3 Check for wire harness damaged or dead fan motor Temperature sensor is not operating 1 Check wiring connections at temp sensor and board 2 Check for wire damage or dead fan 79 eoueuojure A eJouor Tenue 1950 JOdS X Display Error Messages 8 Character Error Message 16 Character Error Message Location Problem Procedure For replacement parts see Contacting High End Systems on page ii PANSLOT PAN HOMING SLOT
117. ing replacing the modules available for a Standard configuration x Spot fixture Before Beginning Please note the following warnings and cautions before performing the procedure outlined in this Installation Instruction Warnings Disconnect power before servicing Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 130 C 266 F al Allow the fixture to cool before handling x Spot User Manual General Maintenance 5 7 Replacing a Rotating Gobo and Iris Module in Slot 3 Refer to Figure 5 7 for Steps 1 4 in this section 1 Remove the bezel as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 and with the lens pointed up rotate the fixture so the tilt belt A is on your left Locate the Rotating Gobo and Iris Module in Slot 3 closest to the lens and gently push the module toward the lens until the linear slide B reaches its limit 2 Detach the IDC connector C from the driver board 3 Loosen the two captive screws D on the module and pull it straight out of the unit 4 Slidethe new module into the unit positioning the Gobo wheel between the Dual Gobos in Slot 2 on the opposite side of the fixture Use the aligning pins E and bottom toward lamp channel guides F to orient it properly Figure 5 7 Installing Replacing Slot 3 Module 5 Tighten the captive screws and reattach the IDC connector 6 Reattach the bezel guiding it into the bezel channel on each yoke arm and retighten captive bezel screws as shown in
118. is locked it cycles between displaying the fixture s software version V the High End Systems logo the x Spot logo the fixture s configuration type STANDARD and the fixture s DMX start channel DMX_C Any errors present are also displayed in an 8 character error description Chapter 3 describes the menu system in detail Fixture Software Version The software version loaded on the fixture can vary even between units purchased at the same time Verifying and Uploading Fixture Software on page 2 10 describes the procedures to ensure that all x Spot fixtures on the link are running the latest software Fixture Configuration Type The configuration type indicates the fixture s modular setup The STANDARD configuration shown in the example above contains Six Wheel Color Mixing in Slot 1 Dual Rotating Gobos in Slot 2 and Rotating Gobo and Iris in Slot 3 See Table 3 2 on page 3 20 for alternate 8 character configuration type descriptions DMX Start Channel The DMX Start Channel is the first channel currently assigned to that fixture in its range of channels on a DMX link To reset the DMX start channel see Setting DMX x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 3 Start Channel on page 3 6 For more information on DMX Start channels see Setting the DMX Start Channel on page 2 11 Error Message Display Errors are displayed in short 8 character form when the menu system is locked Unlocked menu system s 2
119. is soiled by oil or dirt from skin gloves etc clean the cold lamp glass with an alcohol wipe A soiled lamp could overheat and burst causing damage to the fixture 7 Reinsert the lamp assembly straight into the fixture N Caution Make sure the lamp socket wires are not wrapped around the lamp or crimped while reinserting the lamp assembly 8 Tighten the lamp assembly screws A 9 Reset the lamp hours to zero to track the lamp life see Lamp HR Strike Reset on page 3 27 10 Optimize the new lamp Optimizing the Lamp Optimize the lamp after replacement or if there is a hot spot of brightness anywhere other than the center of the light beam To complete the optimization procedure below use either the fixture s on board menu system see Chapter 3 Fixture Operation and Appendix D Menu Map ora DMX controller see Chapter 4 DMX Programming and Appendix A x Spot DMX Protocol 1 Orient the fixture so that the beam will project onto a flat white surface at least 10 feet 3 m away 2 Turnthe lamp on Ensure the light beam is round and not oval If necessary adjust the pan and tilt construct values until the beam is round For x Spot fixtures adjust the focus until the edge of the light beam is sharp Set the DIM intensity channel at full DMX value of 255 Set diffusion filters DMX channel 21 43 DMX channel 22 0 Locate the three lamp optimization scr
120. ixture and all other fixtures will automatically home Note If a new boot code was included with the latest software the fixture displays a BOOTDIFF error when it returns to the locked mode of the menu system To correct the boot code copy the new boot code to each fixture see Copying the Boot Code on page 4 23 3 22 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual Test Options Menu The TEST OPTIONS MENU manually homes the fixture turns the lamp on or off performs fixture self tests and stores new boot code information Performing fixture self tests may help identify mechanical problems in the fixture Note To see the effects of the self tests the lamp must be on If the lamp is off when a self test runs the display shows STRIKE LAMP to indicate that the lamp is not struck and the fixture will attempt to strike the lamp automatically Homing the Fixture The x Spot fixture automatically homes all its functions whenever it is turned on This menu option manually homes the entire fixture or any of the following functional groups individually COLOR GOBO BEAM PAN TILT DIMMING ALL To remotely home the fixture using a DMX controller see Control on page 3 9 and the Channel 14 section of the DMX Table on page A 4 To manually home the fixture 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the
121. ke sure that all four rubber feet are installed on the fixture s base and place the fixture on a sturdy stable surface that will support more than the 32kg 70165 weight of the x Spot fixture If the surface is above floor height use safety cables to secure the fixture to the surface Truss Mounting Figure 2 2 Removing handles and side wings When mounting the fixture on a truss or another type of support verify the truss or support will handle the Y combined weight of all the M devices on the truss To remove side wings Remove 2 screws from each handle A and The x Spot fixture has two detach available mounting N brackets The standard mounting bracket maximizes handle comfort EM while allowing diagonal single pole truss mounting Optional Center hole mounting brackets allow for traditional single pole mounting see Optional Accessories on page 1 4 Remove screw from the bottom of each rubber foot B Both mounting bracket styles install on the fixture in the same way Handles and mounting brackets can also be removed entirely to accommodate unique installations see Figure 2 2 x Spot User Manual Setup and Configuration 2 3 X Spot fixtures are designed for 3 or 4 point installation on standard 12 16 or 181 2 in truss and are easily adapted for intelligent retractable truss mounting Figure 2 3 shows some basic mounting options Figure 2 3 Baseplate configuration for standard
122. l at a factory determined range and speed Random Selects random aperture positions at variable speeds Blink Closes and opens the shutter on wheel position changes Continuous Sets a crossfade as the wheel moves between chosen aperture positions Gobo Position The Gobo Position parameter is controlled with DMX Channel 24 for Gobo 1 and DMX Channel 29 for the Effects wheel A position can be set at the center of any aperture on the gobo to perform the function selected in the Gobo Function channel Gobo Rotate Function The Gobo Rotate Function parameter is controlled with DMX Channel 25 for Gobo 1 and Channel 30 for the Effects wheel Gobo Rotate refers to the motion of the individual aperture wheels The Gobo Rotate Function parameter setting determines which rotate options are available see Table 4 9 Gobo Rotate Coarse Fine DMX Channels 26 and 31 control the Rotate Coarse parameter on Gobo 1 and the Effects wheel respectively Rotate Coarse determines the coarse adjustment in 8 bit increments of the effect apertures rotation position in the Indexed Scan and Blink modes In Forward and Reverse modes DMX values of 0 3 set the rotation to stop and set speed from slow 4 to fast 255 Gobo Rotate Fine parameter allows for fine adjustment 16 bit increments of the aperture rotation position in the Indexed Scan and Blink modes Gobo Rotate Fine is controlled with Channel 27 for Gobo 1 and Channel 32 for the Effects wheel 4
123. ll x Spot Studio Beam Studio Spot 250 Studio Color 250 Studio Color 575 Studio Spot 575 EC 1 ES 1 Technobeam Technopro Technoray and Color Pro HX HXi or FX fixtures in the link can be synchronized Note Synchronizing preset playback is applicable for fixtures operating in stand alone mode only Do not include a DMX controller in the link while synchronizing preset scene playbach The fixture assigned DMX Start Channel 1 becomes the master fixture Synchronizing playback sets all applicable fixtures to a master clock so that all fixtures have a definite synchronized starting point when playing back their sequences or loops The master fixture determines the sequence length for all the other fixtures in the link slave fixtures regardless of the number of programmed scenes or the sequence length of the individual slave fixtures When the master fixture reaches the end of its last scene all fixtures will restart at scene 1 regardless of whether the slave fixtures have finished playing their scenes and all the clocks will be reset to zero For example if a slave fixture has a shorter sequence length it continuously repeats its sequence until the master fixture resets all the clocks see Figure 4 1 If a slave fixture has a longer sequence length it restarts at scene 1 before completing its entire sequence Figure 4 1 Synchronized Playback Example 00 00 00 00 15 00 00 35 00 00 5
124. mp above 700 watts for Boost to White Boost to Black or 64 95 35 37 40 5F Lightning effects set in Shutter channel 6 5 Lamp Function Dual Dimming adds electronic dimming to the mechanical dimming set in the Dim channel 7 96 127 38 50 60 7F 0 100 Electronic Dimming Only Lamp output varies from a minimum 700W does not go to black 128 159 50 62 80 9F Reserved 160 191 63 75 AO BF Reserved 192 223 75 88 CO DF Normal Shutter Functions 224 255 88 100 EO FF Close 0 23 0 9 00 17 Periodic Strobe variable 24 49 9 19 18 31 Random Random Strobe variable 50 75 20 29 32 4B Normal Random Synchronous Strobe variable 76 101 30 40 4C 65 RARE Ramp Open Snap Shut variable 102 127 40 50 66 7F Lamp Function Snap Open Ramp Shut variable 128 153 50 60 80 99 channel set from 0 31 Ramp Open Ramp Shut variable 154 179 60 70 9A B3 Random Ramp Snap variable 180 205 71 80 B4 CD Random Snap Ramp variable 206 231 81 91 CE E7 Open 232 255 91 100 E8 FF x Spot User Manual x Spot DMX Protocol 1 How Parameter Description doe Thes Close 0 23 0 9 00 17 Periodic Strobe variable Lamp assisted 24 49 9 19 18 31 en Strobe variable Lamp 50 75 20 29 32 4B Shutter Lamp Assisted Strobes Random Sync variable Lamp assisted 76 101 30 40
125. mperature Correction 3000 K 7500 K through the use of CTO and CTB filters Frost wedges on CTO and CTB filters to implement remote three level beam flatness adjustment Dual Rotating Gobo Module Two Gobo wheels Gobo wheel 1 has seven rotating indexing Lithopatterns glass gobos with stacking capability plus open Effects Gobo wheel has rotating indexing glass effects in seven apertures plus open Moire and overlay effects capability on two positions of Gobo wheel 1 Rotating Gobo and lris Module Gobo wheel 2 has seven rotating indexing Lithopatterns glass gobos with stacking capability plus open Variable Iris x Spot User Manual Features and Specifications 1 3 Optional Accessories The x Spot optional accessories available from your High End Systems dealer distributor are listed in the table below For more information about optional accessories contact either your High End Systems dealer distributor High End System Sales or visit the High End Systems Web site at www highend com For additional contact information see Contacting High End Systems on page ii Part Description Part Number Replacement MSR700 SA lamp 55030054 Color wheel dichroic filters See Note Lithopatterns See Note Effect Glass See Note HandShake Controller 10020001 Whole Hog Il lighting console 25020001 Heavy duty 5 pin XLR cable 10 55050017 Heavy
126. n monte usted el enchufe correcto seg n el clave siguente e moreno vivo e azul neutral verde amarillo tierra 2 Desconecte el suministro de energ a antes de recambiar l mparas o prestar servicio de reparaci n 3 Este equipo se adecua a lugares secos solamente no lo exponga a la lluvia o humedad 4 Derive el servicio de reparaci n de este equipo al personal calificado El interior no contiene repuestos que puedan ser reparados por el usuario 5 Equipo de Clase I Este equipo debe conectarse a la tierra Advertencia Para Protecci n Continua Contra La Exposici n A Radiaci n Ultravioleta UV Excesiva 1 No opere este equipo sin tener colocada en su lugar la caja protectora completa de la l mpara o bien si el blindaje los lentes o las pantallas ultravioletas est n danadas 2 Cambie el blindaje los lentes o las pantallas ultravioleta si nota una averia visible a tal grado que su eficacia se vea comprometida Por ejemplo en el caso de grietas o rayaduras profundas 3 Jam s mire directamente a la l mpara en tanto sta est encendida x Spot User Manual Safety Information C 7 Advertencia Para Protecci n Continua Contra Lesiones Corporales 1 Use cable secundario de seguridad al montar este aparato 2 Precauci n una l mpara caliente puede constituir un peligro de explosi n No la abra por 5 minutos luego de haberla apagado Lleve puestos un protector ocular y guantes al recambiar l mpa
127. n on the when viewing the display to right when viewing the display unlock the menu and move 4 way Navigation to select the currently displayed back to the previous menu level button menu value or option 3 2 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual Navigational Basics 1 Unlock the Menu system by pressing the MenuY button for a few seconds until the display goes to the 2 line format 2 Use the left and right arrows gt on the 4 way Navigation button to scroll through Menu options at the current level 3 Stop at the desired menu and press the Enter 4 button to select Note The new option will not be stored unless the Enter button is pressed If there is another level of menu choices repeat Steps 2 and 3 At the option or setting level of the menu use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the desired option or setting The option flashes until the Enter button is pressed Pressing the Enter button stores the new value for that option Pressing the Menu button returns to the previous menu level without changing the value of an option 6 Continue pressing the Menu button to move back up levels until exiting the menu system Display in Menu Locked Mode The x Spot display panel gives access to the fixture s onboard Menu System When the Menu System is in locked mode the panel displays in large 8 character words designed to be viewed from a distance Under normal circumstances when the display
128. n arrows to scroll to SNAP RAMP 26 to open the shutter at full speed then ramp shut and press the enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to FOCUS Use the up and down arrows to scroll to set the FOCUS value to 20 and press the enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to Z00M Use the up and down arrows to scroll to set the ZOOM value to 19 and press the enter button to select Adjust these values as needed for the distance between the fixture and the lighted surface To edit the Slot 1 parameters 12 13 14 15 Press the Menu button to return to Level 3 Menus Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to SLOT 1 and press the Enter button to select Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to STATIC COLR FUNC Use the up and down arrows to scroll to BLINK and press the enter button to select BLINK closes then reopens the shutter between indexed color changes Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to STATIC COLOR 3 10 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual 16 Use the up and down arrows to set STATIC COLOR value to BLINK COLOR 2 3 and press the enter button to select This center s the beam halfway between Static Color Position 2 Red and Position 3 Yellow To edit Slot 2 parameters 17 Press the Menu button to return
129. n number RMA7 obtained from your dealer or point of purchase along with a written explanation of the problem or malfunction x Spot User Manual General Maintenance 5 9 Replacing a Six Wheel Color Mix Module for Slot 1 To replace a Six Wheel Color Mix Module 1 Remove the bezel as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 2 Remove the modules in Slots 3 and 2 see Replacing a Rotating Gobo and Iris Module in Slot 3 on page 5 8 and Replacing a Dual Rotating Gobo Module in Slot 2 on page 5 9 Refer to Figure 5 9 for Steps 3 7 in this section Locate the Six Wheel Color Mix Module that extends through the fixture in Slot 1 at the base of the unit and detach the IDC connector A from the driver board on each side of the Color Mix module Position the fixture to the side with a bracket holding the module to the fixture frame Use a 3 mm hex wrench to remove the 4 bracket screws B and their star washers On the opposite side of the fixture from the module bracket locate the 2 tabs that hold the module in slots on the fixture frame C Carefully move the module towards the bracket side just enough to release the tabs from the slots Grasping the module from each side lift it up and slide it toward the bracket and out of the fixture D Slide the new Color Mix Module into the frame guiding it between the linear slides E and securing the two tabs in their slots Figure 5 9 Removing Installing Slot 3 module
130. n the fixture s alphanumeric characters to normal orientation Press the Enter button to accept the desired option Display Level Use this menu option to turn the display on or off To change display level 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top levelto SET PARAMETERS MENU and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to the DISPLAY LEVEL Using the up and down arrows on the Navigation button choose ON to turn the display on or OFF to dim the display and press the Enter button to store the option 3 18 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual Lamp Life Limit Use this menu option to display the warning message Lamp Life Error when the current lamp hours reach the rated lamp life When the LAMP LIFE LIMIT parameter is enabled the fixture tracks the number of hours the lamp is on At 650 hours it displays an error message At 710 hrs the lamp shuts off and the fixture will not strike until the lamp is replaced and the lamp hours are reset to 0 See Replacing the Lamp on page 5 4 and Lamp HR Strike Reset on page 3 27 To enablethe LAMP LIFE LIMIT parameter 3 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Na
131. nctions and Available Options Gobo Rotate Function Gobo Rotate option Description Rotates the specified indexed aperture to any position Indexed Position stop on Scan selected aperture at 0 to 360 of rotation Oscillates the selected aperture wheel at a factory determined range and speed Blink Closes and opens the shutter on rotate position changes Forward Rotate Forward Rotate Forward aperture rotation from slowest to fastest Reverse Rotate Reverse Rotate Reverse aperture rotation from slowest to fastest Gobo 2 Rotate Coarse Fine DMX Channel 36 controls the Rotate Coarse parameter on the Gobo 2 wheel Rotate Coarse determines the coarse adjustment in 8 bit increments of the effect apertures rotation position in the Indexed Scan and Blink modes In Forward and Reverse modes DMX values of 0 3 set the rotation to stop and set speed from slow DMX value 4 to fast DMX value 255 The Gobo Rotate Fine parameter allows for fine adjustment 16 bit increments ofthe aperture rotation position in the Indexed Scan and Blink modes Gobo 2 Rotate Fine is controlled with Channel 37 x Spot User Manual The x Spot Menu System 4 17 lris Iris is a continuous parameter controlled by DMX Channel 38 The iris is a device with a variable circular opening that controls the beam diameter projected from the selected fixture in a similar fashion that a camera s iris controls the
132. nctions operate the same as full speed functions but at the motor speed time assigned in the MSPEED Menu For more information see MSpeed Motor Speed on page 4 8 STATIC COLOR OPEN COLOR 1 2 HH COLOR2 HH COLOR 2 3 HH COLOR 3 T COLOR 3 4 HH COLOR4 HH COLOR 475 A COLOR 6 TH COLOR 6 1 TH 3 When STATIC COLOR FUNCTION INDEXED or MS INDEXED the display indicates options for centering the beam at a full color position or between two color positions on the wheel and the associated DMX value When STATIC COLOR FUNCTION is set at SLOW SCN FAST SCN BLINK MS SLOW SCN MS FAST SCN or MS BLINK that word replaces COLOR in the display and fixture performs that function at the selected position FWD 5 Options when STATIC COLOR FUNCTION SPIN OR SPIN STOP HHEIMS FWD SPIN Set speed from slow 0 to fast 100 to STOP REV TH Options when STATIC COLOR FUNCTION REV SPINorMS REV SPIN SPIN STOP Set speed from slow 0 to fast spin 100 to STOP DEGH H STATIC COLOR FUNCTION is CONTIN Set from 1 360 degrees RANDOMAFFS RANDOM STOP THE Options when STATIC COLOR FUNCTION RANDOM Set speed from slow 096 to fast random color 10096 to STOP dey nus Tenue J9SA JOdE X Level 2 Level 3 Onboard Presets Menu Level 4 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up
133. ng mit einem berlastungsschutz von h chstens 20 A angeschlossen werden Warnung Zum Schutz Gegen Gef hrliche K rperstr me 1 Wenn dieses Ger t ohne einen Netzkabelstecker erhalten wurde ist der entsprechende Netzkabelstecker entsprechend dem folgenden Code anzubringen Braun Unter Spannung stehend e Blau Neutral e Gr n Gelb Erde 2 Vor dem Austauschen von Lampen oder vor Wartungsarbeiten stets den Netzstecker ziehen 3 Diese Ger te sind nur zum Einbau in trockenen Lagen bestimmt und m ssen vor Regen und Feuchtigkeit gesch tzt werden 4 Servicearbeiten sollten nur von Fachpersonal ausgef hrt werden Das Ger t enth lt keine wartungsbed rftigen Teile 5 Dieses Ger t geh rt zur Klasse I Dieses Ger t mu geerdet werden Warnung Zum Schutz Gegen Uberm ssige Ultraviolett UV Bestrahlung 1 Benutzen Sie dieses Ger t nur wenn das komplette Lampengeh use fest eingebaut ist ebenfalls d rfen keine der Schutzabdeckungen Linsen oder der UV Schutz Besch digungen aufweisen 2 Die Schutzabdeckungen Linsen und der UV Schutz m ssen ausgewechselt werden wenn sie sichtlich derma en besch digt sind da sie ihre Wirksamkeit einb en z B infolge von Rissen oder tiefen Kratzern 3 Nie direkt in die eingeschaltete Lampe schauen x Spot User Manual Safety Information 5 Warnung Zum Schutz Vor Verletzungen 1 Verwenden Sie bei der Installation des Beleuchtungsk rpers ein zus tzlich
134. nnel is the first number a fixture s channel range Customized x Spot fixtures may have may require a different number of channels Use that range in calculating the Start channels on the link for those fixtures The following options in the Menu system assist in determining the configuration number of channels and the next available start channel on the DMX link for a specific fixture Module Configuration Menu on page 3 20 Channels Needed on page 3 28 Next DMX Channel on page 3 28 3 6 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual The notes in Table 3 1 show the various considerations in determining valid Start Channels for fixtures on a 512 DMX link A single 512 Channel DMX link can accommodate up to thirteen 38 channel standard x Spot fixtures Table 3 1 Example Determining DMX Start Channels on a Link Fixture DMX location Fixture t channels erat Channel Not on the Ixture type used per h ar a otes link fixture Canne use The Start channel indicates a block of channels assigned to a fixture First x Spot 38 channels C001 1 38 with fbesfiistmurber in that channel range Fixture can be assigned the Third x Spot 38 channels C039 39576 ESCON block OT DMX channels without physically being the second fixture on the link To avoid overlapping channels place the start channel at the Second x Spot 38 channels C078 77 114 beginning of a range of available channels large enou
135. nter button to select x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 27 3 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the LAMP HR STRIKE RESET option and press the Enter button to select 4 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scrollto YES Press and hold the Enter button down for 5 seconds to select Lamp Status This option displays the current Lamp Status as LAMP OFF LAMP ON LAMP STRIKING or LAMP ERROR Software Version This option display s the fixture s CPU board Software version The version number is composed of V Major Minor Build Display Errors This menu option displays current errors in a descriptive 32 character text field To DISPLAY ERRORS 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Usethe left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the INFORMATION MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Usethe left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the DISPLAY ERRORS menu option and press the Enter button to select 4 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to view the list of current errors Channels Needed The x Spot modular design allows for multiple configurations each requiring a different channel range based on the parameters for the particular modules loaded on the fixture see Determining DMX Start Channel Assignment on page 3 6 Use this option
136. o wheel or the effects wheel creates different patterns and or effects Zoom Channel 11 controls the Zoom parameter The Zoom values range from 11 ata DMX value of 0 to 45 at a DMX value of 255 x Spot User Manual The x Spot Menu System 47 MSpeed Motor Speed The MSpeed parameter is controlled with DMX Channel 12 MSpeed is the time required for a motor to complete movement when changing from one position to another MSpeed provides a means for all motors to reach their target position at the same time even though each motor may have different distances to travel MSpeed movement is extremely smooth because the fixture controls movements independent of DMX refresh rates MSpeed times vary from 0 15 seconds to 252 7 seconds However when MSpeed is applied to a parameter the delay value length of time allowed for the entire scene needs to be longer than the MSpeed value to allow the motors to complete their movement before the end of the scene An MSpeed value that is longer than the delay value could produce an undesirable result for example no light output during the scene For a listing of exact MSpeed times see Appendix B MSpeed Conversion Table By default MSpeed is applied to Pan and Tilt positioning Disable MSpeed for pan and tilt with the Control parameter see Table 4 4 on page 4 9 and Appendix A x Spot DMX Protocol MSpeed times can also be applied to the following parameters e Color
137. ofondes gratignures 3 Ne jamais regarder directement la lampe quand celle ci est allum e x Spot User Manual Safety Information Mise En Garde Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Blessures Corporelles 1 Lors de l assemblage utiliser un c ble de s curit secondaire 2 AVERTISSEMENT les lampes chaudes comportent un risque d explosion Apres l avoir teinte attendre 5 minutes avant de la d gager Lors du remplacement de lalampe une protection des yeux et des mains est requise 3 Les surfaces de l appareil peuvent atteindre des temp ratures de 100 C Laisser refroidir pendant 5 minutes avant la manipulation 4 Changer la lampe si elle est endommag e ou thermiquement d form e C4 Safety Information x Spot User Manual Anhang C Wichtige Hinweise F r Ihre Sicherheit Warnung Zum Schutz Vor Brandgefahr l Dieses Ger t ist nur f r den Gebrauch mit einer 700 Watt Philips Metall Halogen Lampe mit GY 9 5 Sockel konzipiert Der Gebrauch irgend eines anderen Lampentyps k nnte Sie gef hrden und Ihre Garantie au er Kraft setzen 2 Das Ger t nie auf einer feuergef hrlichen Fl che montieren 1m 3 Stets einen Mindestabstand von 1 Meter zu brennbaren Materialien einhalten 4 Zum Ersatz nur Sicherungen verwenden die dem vorgeschriebenen Typ und Nennwert entsprechen 2m 5 Einen Mindestabstand von 2 Meter zu den angestrahlten Objekten einhalten 6 Dieses Ger t darf nur an eine Zweigleitu
138. on is entered the display COPY SCENE X df returns STORING then advances to TO SCENE X MENU TO SCENE Scrolls from A1 16 through B1 16 After selection is entered the display X returns STORING then DONE when action is completed CAPTURE DMX 1 16 Select scene in the current user mode and captures controllers DMX value TO SCENE YES Select to return to default presets If selected returns STORING then DONE DEFAULT PRESETS when complete NO Leaves current programming SEND PRESETSTO YES Sends presets to all x spots on the link Returns DONE when complete FIXTURES XXX NO Does not send presets J9SA x 10dS x cI a den nus Set Parameters Menu Level 2 Options Settings Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels lt gt moves between items on the same level selects scrolls between values 4 selects FACTORY DEFAULT ON Reverts fixture to default setting SETTINGS fit OFF Indicates a factory default has changed ENABLED Swaps the Pan and Tilt Motion PAN TILT SWAP DISABLED Restores default Pan and Tilt Motion ENABLED Inverts Pan motor direction PAN INVERT DISABLED Restores default Pan motor direction ENABLED Inverts Tilt motor direction TILT INVERT DISABLED Restores default Tilt motor direction ENABLED Inverts display functions DISPLAY INVERT DISABLED Prevents display inversion AUTO Returns display to
139. on to select 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to TILT INVERT The current state ENABLED or DISABLED will be displayed 4 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to ENABLED to invert Tilt movement or DISABLED to revert fixture to default setting and press the Enter button to select x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 17 Display Invert This menu item selects automatic or manual control of the display invert feature The x Spot fixture is set to automatically invert the orientation of the display s alphanumeric characters and navigation control functions when the fixture rotated more than 45 off of the horizontal axis see Figure 3 5 Figure 3 5 Automatic Display Invert feature Menu ae Enter To controlthe DISPLAY INVERT feature 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top levelto SET PARAMETERS MENU and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to the DISPLAY INVERT MENU Using the up and down arrows on the Navigation button choose ENABLE to invert the fixture s alphanumeric characters DISABLE option to prevent inverting or AUTO to retur
140. opattern or effect See Optional Accessories on page 1 4 for ordering information If applicable remove all pieces of broken glass in the fixture before beginning A Warnings Disconnect power before servicing Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 130 C 266 F al Allow the fixture to cool before handling 5 12 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual To replace a lithopattern or effects glass in a rotating effects or gobo wheel 1 Remove the fixture s bezel cover as shown in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 Manually rotate the gobo wheel until the selected lithopattern or effect is easy to access 2 Locate the spring securing the litho or effect to the wheel see Figure 5 13 Pull the spring tip towards the center of the aperture The spring will release from its groove inside the aperture 3 Remove the spring and lithopattern or effect as shown in Figure 5 13 4 Place the new lithopattern or effect into the aperture Install lithopatterns with the coated side away from the lamp Install effect glass with the smooth side toward the lamp To determine which side of the litho is coated place the tip of a pen against each side of the litho and view it from a slight angle On the coated side the tip of the pen appears to touch its reflection On the uncoated side there appears to be a gap between the pen and its reflection Note To create a moire effect in position 3 or 7 of Gobo 1 install the rotating and sta
141. ough the fixture Setting up the Link To link one or more fixtures to a DMX controller as shown in Figure 2 5 1 Connect the male XLR connector of a DMX Data cable to the controller s DMX Data Out connector 2 Connect the Data cable s female XLR connector to the Data In connector of the first or next fixture on the DMX link 3 Continue linking the remaining fixtures connecting a cable from the Data Out connector of each fixture to the Data In connector of the next fixture on the link 4 Connecta male terminator to the Data Out connector of the last fixture in the link see Constructing a Terminator on page 2 8 For information on obtaining a terminator see Optional Accessories on page 1 4 x Spot User Manual Setup and Configuration 2 7 Figure 2 5 Linking x Spot fixtures 5 pin Data In Connection DMX 512 Controller Terminate final 5 pin Data Out Connection fixture in link To control fixtures in stand alone mode without a controller 1 Connect the male XLR connector of a DMX Data cable to the Data Out connector on the fixture addressed at DMX Start channel 1 2 Connect the cable s female XLR connector to the Data In connector of the next fixture on the DMX link 3 Continue linking the remaining fixtures connecting a cable from the Data Out connector of each fixture to the Data In connector of the next fixture on the link
142. output Dual Dimming Open ranging from a minimum 700W as the p mechanical dimming goes from 0 100 Close The shutter functions are the same as the normal shutter function range Strobing and Dimming is accomplished electronically by adjusting the lamp power Dimming will not go to black Before another Boost or Lightning effect can occur the Shutter channel must be moved to either closed or open or the Lamp Function channel must be moved outside the Lamp Effects range Dim The Dim parameter is controlled with DMX Channel 7 The Dim parameter provides full mechanical dimming capability without changing the color temperature or the beam shape The dim values range from closed DMX value of 0 to fully open DMX value of 255 The Lamp Function channel see page 4 4 can be set to control whether the Dimming is accomplished by lower lamp power electronic closing the shutter mechanical or both dual dimming Table 4 2 describes the interaction between the Lamp Function Shutter and Dim Channels 4 6 The x Spot Menu System x Spot User Manual Frost The Frost parameter settings add a haze or fog effect in increasing decreasing densities to the projected pattern The Frost effect is achieved with two frost flags that mechanically open and close in the optical path DMX Channel 8 controls the Frost parameter with the settings shown in Table 4 3 Table 4 3 Frost Setting Descriptions Frost Setting De
143. ows on the Navigation button scroll to TIMEBASE and press the Enter button to select Use the up and down arrows to scroll to HOURS MINUTES or SECONDS and press the Enter button to select the unit of measure desired Press the Menu button to move back to TIMING and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to X FADE TIME Use the up and down arrows to scroll to a setting from 9 1 to 165 and press the Enter button to select the X FADE TIME Press the Menu button to move back to TIMING and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to DELAY TIME Use the up and down arrows to scroll to a setting from 9 1 to 165 and press the Enter button to select the DELAY TIME 3 12 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual Zero Scene Zeroing a scene erases all its values and indicates the end of a Sequence when the fixture is in Playback Mode To ZERO SCENE 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to ONBOARD PRESETS MENU and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to EDIT SCENE and press enter to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to ZERO SCENE Use the up and down a
144. period Returning an Item Under Warranty for Repair It is necessary to obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number from your dealer or point of purchase BEFORE any units are returned for repair The manufacturer will make the final determination as to whether or not the unit is covered by warranty Lamps are covered by the lamp manufacturer s warranty Any Product unit or parts returned to High End Systems must be packaged in a suitable manner to ensure the protection of such Product unit or parts and such package shall be clearly and prominently marked to indicate that the package contains returned Product units or parts and with an RMA number Accompany all returned Product units or parts with a written explanation of the alleged problem or malfunction Ship returned Product units or parts to 2227 West Braker Lane Austin TX 78758 USA Note Freight Damage Claims are invalid for fixtures shipped in non factory boxes and packing materials Freight All shipping will be paid by the purchaser Items under warranty shall have return shipping paid by the manufacturer only in the Continental United States Under no circumstances will freight collect shipments be accepted Prepaid shipping does not include rush expediting such as air freight Air freight can be sent customer collect in the Continental United States REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED FOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER HIGH END SYSTEMS INC
145. por User Manual O High End Systems Inc 2001 All Rights Reserved Information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice High End Systems Inc assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual Trademarks used in this text Lightwave Research High End Systems Studio Color Studio Spot Technobeam Intellabeam Dataflash AF1000 WholeHog II and LithoPatterns are registered trademarks and HandShake x Spot TalkBack Studio Spot Lithomotion ZoomTrack Internal Effects Light Burst Electronic Strobe the High End Systems globe logo and the Hog logo are trademarks of High End Systems Inc or High End Systems Europe Ltd Belden is a registered trademark of Belden Inc Philips is a registered trademark of Philips Lighting Company Fram is a registered trademark of Allied Signal ETL and C ETL are registered trademarks of Intertek Testing Services Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products High End Systems disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names owned by others TM x Spot User Manual P N 60600174 Version 2 0 September 2001 Printed in the USA S G Se E E A K NES NE x Spot User Manual i Contacting High End Systems US and the Americas Sales Department Customer Service U S New York
146. pot fixture requires 38 channels on a DMX 512 link When connecting more than 32 fixtures to alink use a DMX splitter The 32 device limit complies with the EIA 485 standard Connecting more than 32 devices per link without a DMX splitter will eventually deteriorate the digital signal Controllers serial data distributors data line optoisolators and any fixtures using the RS 422 DMX standard of serial communications including Dataflash AF1000 xenon strobes and Intellabeam fixtures block software uploads crossloads or TalkBack protocol on a link Therefore make sure to either put all of these devices after the x Spot fixture on the link or bypass these devices when performing software uploads or crossloads Data Cabling and Connectors To link one or more fixtures to a controller and or to each other obtain data cabling Cabling can be purchased from High End Systems see Optional Accessories on page 1 4 or constructed High End Systems recommends data grade cable Data grade cable is designed to carry a high quality signal with less susceptibility to electromagnetic interference DMX Data Cables Use Belden 9842 or equivalent meets specifications for EIA RS 485 applications data cables with the following characteristics Two twisted pairs 4 conductors plus a shield Maximum capacitance between conductors 15 pF ft Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield 55 pF ft Maximum resistance 20 100
147. r 6 4 OPENDIM2 error 6 4 OPENZOOM error 6 7 OPTCFAN error 6 3 Optical encoders 4 4 Optional accessories 1 4 Orientation fixture sensing 3 2 P Pan Coarse parameter 4 4 DMX protocol A 1 Pan Encoder Menu map D 18 Pan Fine parameter 4 4 DMX protocol A 1 Pan Invert 3 17 Menu map D 15 Pan self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Pan Tilt Swap 3 16 Menu map D 15 PANSLOT error 6 4 Parameters 4 1 function descriptions 1 2 in standard configuration 4 1 Playback Mode 3 8 Power cord cap 2 2 Powering on the fixture 2 9 Preset playback synchronizing 4 3 Programming x Spot 3 5 Protocol Mode Menu map D 16 R Remote access to menu system Talkback 3 1 Replacing parts 5 2 2 phase driver boards 5 6 fuses 5 2 lamp 5 4 lithopatterns and effects glass 5 12 Modules 5 7 Static Color Wheel Dichroic Wedges 5 11 Road case accessory 1 4 Rotating Effects Wheel 4 13 Rotating Gobo 1 Wheel 4 13 Rotating Gobo 2 Wheel 4 16 Rotating Gobo and Iris Module protocol A 12 features 1 3 parameter set 4 16 replacing 5 8 S Safety cable 2 5 purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 Safety Information C 1 Select Module Configuration Menu map D 16 Select User Mode 3 20 Menu map D 16 Self Test Menu 3 24 Menu map D 17 Sensor Status Menu 3 25 menu map D 18 Sequence 4 3 Set Parameters Menu 3 8 3 16 Menu map D 15 Shutter parameter 4 5 DMX protocol 1 Six Wheel Color Mixing Module 1 1 4 10 4 12 protocol A 5 installing replacing 5 10 Sla
148. r Byte 0 360 degrees 0 255 0 100 0 FF x Spot User Manual x Spot DMX Protocol A 9 N Parameter Description inc Thes Full Speed Control Indexed 0 15 0 6 0 OF Forward Wheel Spin 16 31 6 12 10 1F Reverse Wheel Spin 32 47 13 18 20 2F Scan 48 63 19 25 30 3F Random 64 79 25 31 40 4F Blink 80 95 31 37 50 5F TBC 96 111 38 44 60 6F Continuous 112 127 44 50 70 7F 28 Effects Function MSpeed Control Indexed 128 143 50 56 80 8F Forward Wheel Spin 144 159 57 62 90 9F Reverse Wheel Spin 160 175 63 69 AO AF Scan 176 191 69 75 BO BF Random 192 207 75 81 CO CF Blink 208 2231 82 88 DO DF TBC 224 239 88 94 EO EF Continuous 240 255 94 100 FO FF Indexed Blink Scan Modes Position 1 Open 0 15 0 6 0 0F Position 2 16 47 6 18 10 2F Position 3 48 79 19 31 30 4F Position 4 80 111 31 44 50 6F Position 5 112 143 44 56 70 8F Position 6 144 175 57 69 90 AF Position 7 176 207 69 81 BO CF Position 8 208 239 82 94 DO EF 29 Effects Position Position 1 Open 240 255 94 100 FO FF Spin Mode Spin Stop 0 3 0 1 0 3 Forward Spin Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Reverse Spin Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Random Mode Random Stop 0 3 0 1 0 3 Random Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 4 FF Continuous Mode Positioning from 1
149. r Wheel Y pra x Spot User Manual General Maintenance 5 11 5 Referring to Figure 5 12 use a 2 5mm allen wrench to remove the 3 socket cap screws A holding the hub B and the spring retaining clip C to the wheel Figure 5 12 Accessing Dichroic wedges in Static Color Wheel 6 Liftthe retaining clip to access all the color wedges Lift out and replace selected wedges Note The tabbed wedge D must always remain in the position directly opposite the open position When ordering color wedges be sure to specify whether it should be a tabbed or a standard shaped wedge 7 Align the retaining ring over the wedges Replace socket cap screws Tighten after all three screws are in place Replace the wheel in the fixture and tighten the set screw to secure it to the hub Reattach the bezel guiding it into the bezel channel on each yoke and retighten captive bezel screws see Figure 5 1 Replacing x Spot Lithopatterns and Effects Glass This section explains how to remove and replace individual components in the rotating gobo wheels for x Spot fixtures These directions apply to any gobo lithopattern or effect glass in x Spot fixtures that adheres to the specifications listed in the section titled Dichroic Litho and Effect Specifications on page 1 6 Replace lithopatterns or effects if they are damaged or broken to change their order in the wheel to clean them or to install a new or custom lith
150. ras 3 Las superficies del equipo pueden alcanzar temperaturas m ximas de 100 grados cent grados Deje que se enfr en por 5 minutos antes de tocarlas 4 Cambiela l mpara si sta se aver a o deforma por acci n t rmica C 8 Safety Information x Spot User Manual Appendice C Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza Avvertenza Per Prevenire Incendi 1 Questa apparecchiatura stata progettata per l uso esclusivo con lampada a sali metallici Philips da 700 watt base GY 9 5 L uso di qualsiasi altro tipo di lampada pu essere pericoloso e pu annullare la garanzia 2 Da non montare sopra una superficie infiammabile dim 3 Mantenere l apparecchio a un minimo di 1 0 metri 3 28 piedi di distanza dai materiali combustibili 4 Rimpiazare i fusibili usando soltanto quelli del tipo e della taratura adatta C2m 5 Mantenere una distanza minima di 2 0 metri dagli oggetti accesi 6 Questa apparecchiatura e da collegarsi ad un circuito con una protezzione da sovraccarico massima di 20 amperes Avvertenza Per Prevenire Le Scosse Elettriche 1 Sequesta apparecchiatura stata consegnata senza una spina del cavo di alimentazione collegare la spina appropriata del cavo di alimentazione in base ai seguenti codici marrone sotto tensione e blu neutro e verde giallo terra 2 Disinnestare la corrente prima di cambiare la lampadina o prima di eseguire qualsiasi riparazione 3 Questa apparecchiatura e da usarsi in ambienti secc
151. rd configuration Slot 1 holds a Six Wheel Color Mix Module Slot 2 has a Dual Rotating Gobos Module and a Rotating Gobo and Iris module is in Slot 3 see Table 4 1 Table 4 1 Parameters for a Standard Configuration x Spot Fixture Function Function Pan Coarse Gobo 1 Function Pan Fine Gobo 1 Position Tilt Coarse Gobo 1 Rotate Function Tilt Fine Gobo 1 Rotate Coarse Lamp Control de 2 Gobo 1 Rotate Fine ual Rotating Shutter Gobos Effects Function Dim Effects Position Frost Effects Rotate Function Focus Control Effects Rotate Coarse Focus Effects Rotate Fine Zoom Gobo 2 Function Mspeed Gobo 2 Position Macro Slot 3 3 Gobo 2 Rotate Function Rotating Control Gobo and Iris Gobo 2 Rotate Coarse Static Color Function 3 Gobo 2 Rotate Fine Static Color Position Iris ce Basic Fixture Function CO CO NIDI Slot 1 17 Mix Color Function Six 18 Cyan Wheel 19 Magenta Color Mix 55 Yellow 21 CTO 22 CTB x Spot User Manual The x Spot Menu System 4 1 DMX Programming Options X Spot fixtures can be programmed to create and play back scenes with either a DMX compatible controller or at the fixture level with the Onboard Menu System s Preset menu see Onboard Presets Menu on page 3 8 However a DMX compatible controller and the fixture s on board menu system cannot be use
152. river Boards Color Mix A Slot 1A Gobollris Slot 3 Pan om III III onm elfo e IDC Color Mix B Slot 1B Focus Frost Zoom om LILI olli e LILI oll MH e O e O O O Tilt Dual Rotating Gobo Slot2 screw position 9 w eS I oni Ostandoff position D connector uz O O O O N Caution The fixture will not function correctly if contact screws are missing from driver boards 5 6 General Maintenance x Spot User Manual When changing a board align the screw holes and standoffs to ensure correct orientation in the fixture To replace a 2 phase driver board 1 Remove the bezel as show in Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 2 Usea3 mm allen wrench to remove the addressing screws and star washers 3 Position new board against module aligning the center top standoff Place contact screw s in the appropriate position Figure 5 6 shows the example for the Rotation Gobo and Iris Module Note When installing a replacement driver board on a module always place a star washer between an address screw and the pad on the logic board to ensure good electrical contact 4 Reattach the bezel guiding it into the bezel channel on each yoke arm and retighten captive bezel screws see Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 Figure 5 6 Replacing a 2 phase driver board Eu Rotating Gobo and Iris Slot 3 Addressing screw s RN Star washer s Standoffs Replacing Modules This section describes the steps for install
153. rmation Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire electric shock exposure to excessive ultraviolet UV radiation and injury to persons are found in Appendix C Please read all instructions prior to assembling mounting and operating this equipment Important Informations De Securite Les instructions se rapportant la protection permanente contre les incendies l lectrocution l exposition un rayonnement ultraviolet UV excessif et aux blessures corporelles se trouvent dans l Annexe C Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d assembler de monter ou d utiliser cet quipement Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Sicherheitsanleitungen zum Schutz gegen Feuer elektrischen Schlag berm ige UV Strahlung und Verletzung von Personen finden Sie in Anhang C Vor der Montage dem Zusammenbau und der Intbetriebnahme dieses Ger ts alle Anleitungen sorgf ltig durchlesen Informazioni Importanti Di Sicurezza Le istruzioni sulla protezione da incendi folgorazione esposizione eccessiva a raggi ultravioletti UV e infortuni sono contenute nell appendice C Si prega di leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare montare e azionare l apparecchiatura Informacion Importante De Seguridad En el Ap ndice C se encuentran instrucciones sobre protecci n continua contra incendios descarga el ctrica exposici n excesiva a radiaci n ultravioleta UV y lesiones personales Lea por favor todas las instr
154. rmation can be accessed Fixture access can happen at anytime but the Talkback messages are only valid after the fixture starts homing Navigating the Menu System The x Spot Display Figure 3 1 shows the elements of the x Spot display panel The Menu system buttons on the x Spot display panel control navigation The Menu button is on the left The Enter button is on the right The center button navigates through the current menu level options Left and Right and values available for the current option Up and Down The front panel on x Spot fixtures has a dot matrix display and six arrows on navigation buttons The unique x Spot display reduces the menu levels required and dramatically increases usability with the capability of displaying up to two 16 character lines of text The x Spot fixture can sense orientation and will automatically invert the display and the navigation buttons functions when the fixture is mounted upside down For unique orientations the automatic invert feature can be overridden and the fixture set manually See Display Invert on page 3 18 Figure 3 1 Front panel display li Alpha numeric display Menu system buttons Use left and right arrows to Use up and down arrows to move through the current select from available value or menu level options setting options Use the Menu button on the left Use the Enter butto
155. rrows to scroll to YES to erase the scene and press the enter button to select Copy Scene Menu Use the COPY SCENE MENU option to copy the settings for a source scene to a destination scene location This menu option will copy between any of the 32 scene locations available To COPY SCENE 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system to move back up the system to the top level menus Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to ONBOARD PRESETS MENU and press the Enter button to select Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to COPY SCENE The display will return FROM SCENE X with the current user mode and scene number Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the scene to copy values from and press the Enter button to select The fixture copies the DMX values assigned to the selected scene into memory and returns STORING then displays TO SCENE when the action is complete Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the destination scene for the values and press the Enter button to select The fixture displays STORING as it replaces the DMX values in the destination scenes with the copied values and displays DONE when the action is complete x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 13 Capture DMX to Scene The CAPTURE DMX TO SCENE option works in conjunction with a DMX controller to automate th
156. rs resets are also executed in the Information Menu Sensor Status Menu The Sensor Status displays the current numeric position of the fixture s encoders To view encoder values To access the DMX VALUES MENU 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the INFORMATION MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the SENSOR MENU and press the Enter button to select 4 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to view PAN ENCODER or TILT ENCODER value Unique Number Each x Spot fixture has a unique number similar to a serial number TalkBack protocol uses this number to identify a fixture for remote communication over a DMX link Use this option to view the fixture s unique number DMX Values Menu Use this menu option to view current DMX value settings by channel or by parameters for each slot in the fixture A standard configuration x Spot fixture utilizes 38 channels on a DMX 512 link Each DMX value is from 0 255 When viewing DMX value settings by Channel the x Spot fixture displays current values for Channels 001 512 in two lines of three DMX values each per screen The number at the beginning of each line indicates the first channel with a value displayed on that line When viewing current
157. s amended by 92 31 EEC and 93 68 EEC Equipment referred to in this declaration of conformity was first manufactured in compli ance with the following standards in 2001 Safety EN 60598 1 1997 A1 1998 EN 60598 2 17 1989 A2 1991 EMC EN 55022 A1 A2 1987 Class A EN55024 1998 EN61000 4 2 1995 Level 3 Cls2 EN61000 4 3 1995 Level 2 EN61000 4 4 1995 Level 2 EN61000 4 5 1995 Level 2 EN61000 4 6 1996 Level 2 EN61000 4 11 1994 EN61000 3 2 1995 Class A j En du GU S Lora LA P REF dde 3 a USA Wednesday October 03 2001 Kenneth Stuart Hansen Compliance Engineer x Spot User Manual ii Product Modification Warning High End Systems products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of United States and International safety regulations Modifications to the product could affect safety and render the product non compliant to relevant safety standards Mise En Garde Contre La Modification Du Produit Les produits High End Systems sont concus et fabriqu s conform ment aux exigences des r glements internationaux de s curit Toute modification du produit peut entrainer sa non conformit aux normes de s curit en vigueur Produktmodifikationswarnung Design und Herstellung von High End Systems entsprechen den Anforderungen der U S Amerikanischen und internationalen Sicherheitsvorschriften Ab nderungen dieses Produktes k nnen dessen Sicherheit beeintr chtigen und unter Umst nden gegen die
158. scenes in the fixture memory see Edit Scene Menu on page 3 8 Add timing to scenes see page 3 11 Then combine the scenes into loops Creating a Loop A loop is a series of programmed scenes that continuously plays in sequential order To create a loop first create two or more contiguous scenes see Edit Scene Menu on page 3 8 After creating scenes go to the next available scene and choose the ZERO SCENE menu option to erase any programmed parameter values and mark the end of the loop see Zero Scene on page 3 13 Note Ifall 16 available on board scenes in a User Mode are included in a loop the end of the loop does not need to be marked When preset playback is set on 4 2 The x Spot Menu System x Spot User Manual the fixture will automatically loop after playing back all programmed scenes Playing Back a Loop To play back a loop set preset playback ON for each fixture see Playback Mode Menu on page 3 8 When preset playback is on the fixture automatically begins playing back the first scene and continues through the loop Note Program Scene 1 to enable preset playback If power is removed during playback when power is reapplied the fixture will home and begin playback at the first scene To stop playback manually set playback mode to OFF see Playback Mode Menu on page 3 8 Synchronizing Preset Playback After creating one or more scenes for fixtures on a link preset playback for a
159. scription Open No Frost Removes the frost flags from the optical path Variable Frost Allows variable diffusion from full open to closed Full Frost Frost flags fully closed in optical path Periodic Frost Strobe Allows variable strobing of the frost flags from slow to fast Random Frost Strobe Randomly strobes the frost flags from slow to fast Ramp Open Snap Shut Ramps the frost flags open at variable speeds and snaps them shut at full speed Snap Open Ramp Shut Opens the frost flags at full speed and then ramps them shut at variable speeds Ramp Open Ramp Shut Ramps the frost flags open and then shut at variable speeds Random Ramp Snap Ramps the frost flags open at random speeds and then snaps them shut at full speed Random Snap Ramp Opens the frost flags at full speed and then ramps them shut at random speeds Focus Control and Focus Focus Control Channel 9 sets the Focus to manual focus or the ZoomTrack lens system With the ZoomTrack lens system on the image automatically maintains focus as the zoom changes Varying the Focus parameter while ZoomTrack lens system is activated will establish a new focus set point The variable Focus parameter Channel 10 moves elements inside the fixture to focus on a close image DMX value of 0 or on an image farther away DMX value of 255 Note Adjusting the focus on x Spot fixtures to focus on the iris a gob
160. sition 6 195 213 77 84 C3 D5 Position Position 6 1 214 232 84 91 D6 E8 Position 1 Open White 233 255 91 100 E9 FF Spin Mode Spin Stop 0 0 0 Forward Spin Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 04 FF Reverse Spin Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 04 FF Random Mode Random Stop 0 2 100 04 FF Random Slowest to Fastest 4 255 2 100 04 FF Continuous Mode Positioning from 0 360 degrees 0 255 0 100 0 FF x Spot User Manual x Spot DMX Protocol 5 Parameter Description oe Thes Full Speed Control Pure Mix 0 15 0 6 0 OF Continuous 16 31 6 12 10 1F Reserved 32 47 13 18 20 2F Spin Wheel Spin speed direction or fixed Ser set individually on CYM channels Be Cycle Rate set by Cyan channel 64 79 25 31 40 4F Reserved 80 95 31 37 50 5F Random Rate set by Cyan channel 96 111 38 44 60 6F Mix Color Blink Defined using Continuous wheel 112 127 44 50 70 7F 17 x operation Function MSpeed Control Pure Mix 128 143 50 56 80 8F Continuous 144 159 57 62 90 9F Reserved 160 175 63 69 AO AF 176 191 0975 eosr Cycle Rate set by Cyan channel 192 207 75 81 CO CF Reserved 208 223 82 88 DO DF Random Rate set by Cyan channel 224 239 88 94 EO EF Blink 240 255 94 100 FO FF Pure Mix Mode Full Cyan 0 0 00 Open 255 100 FF
161. specifications for EIA RS 485 applications with the following characteristics Two twisted pairs 4 conductors plus a shield Maximum capacitance between conductors 15 pF ft Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield 55 pF ft Maximum resistance 20 1000 ft Nominal impedance 120 2 DMX data connectors 5 pin male and female XLR connectors DMX data terminators 5 pin male XLR connector with 120 ohm termination resistor x Spot User Manual Features and Specifications 1 7 1 8 Features and Specifications x Spot User Manual Chapter 2 Setup and Configuration gt Unpacking the Fixture Unpack the x Spot fixture and verify that it is undamaged Inspect both the outside of the fixture for physical damage and the optical assembly for damage to glass components To access the optical assembly loosen the three 3 captive screws on each side of the fixture head Remove the bezel by lifting away from the base and toward the lens see Figure 2 1 If there is damage notify both the shipping agent and the sales agent immediately When replacing the bezel ensure that it is fitted securely in the yoke channel on both sides of the fixture as shown in Figure 2 1 Figure 2 1 Removing and replacing the bezel Captive Screws Bezel channel in yoke arm Save All Shipping Materials Do not discard the shipping carton and packing materials The carton and packing materials are specific
162. ss the Enter button to select The fixture takes a snapshot of the DMX values coming from the controller and assigns them to the selected scene The display will return DONE when the action is complete Default Presets The DEFAULT PRESETS option resets the fixture to the factory program preset sequence Enabling this menu erases any pre programmed scenes or parameter values in the fixture s onboard memory for all scenes in that User Mode This menu option can be accessed for either User A or User B To change User Mode see Select User Mode on page 3 20 To restore DEFAULT PRESETS 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 3 14 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to ONBOARD PRESETS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to DEFAULT PRESETS 4 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to YES to reset the default presets or NO to leave current programming Press the Enter button to select Send Presets to Other Fixtures This menu options sends the values programmed for all 16 scenes of a User Mode on one x Spot fixture to all other x Spot fixtures on a DMX link This menu option can be accessed for either User A or User B To change User Mode see Select User Mode on page 3 20
163. stem and examples of selected operations The following comprise the top level of the x Spot menu system DMX ADDRESS MENU FIXTURE MODE MENU ONBOARD PRESET MENU TEST OPTIONS MENU SET PARAMETERS MENUINFORMATION MENU x Spot User Manual Menu Map D 1 den nus Tenue J9SA J0dS X DMX Address Menu Level 2 Option Setting Description Notes 5 M Sm gt scrolls between values 4 selects SET DMX am 1 498 Selected value becomes the first DMX value in the range for CHANNEL that fixture on a DMX 512 link Onboard Presets Menu ez I ies EN beson te Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels lt gt moves between items on the same level selects Plays the currently programmed sequence of scenes up to 16 scenes or PLAYBACK MODE PLAYBACK MODE until it reaches a zeroed scene MENU Options ith all LAMP scrolls between values selects Option ony w RAMP RAMP HH Set strobe rate from 1 26 with DMX value to open shutter at variable setting at NORMAL or speeds then ramp shut LAMP STROBE RNDRMPSNP Hu Set strobe rate from 1 26 with DMX value to open shutter at random variable speeds then snaps shut at full speed Set strobe rate from 1 26 with DMX value to open shutter at full speed RNDSNPRMP m then ramp shut at random variable speeds Tenue A ISN x 10dS x ea dem nuo o Onboard Presets Menu
164. t is functioning Table 6 1 lists LED States and problems they may indicate Table 6 1 LED State Location LED State Problem Description 2 phase board LD1 Green No S1 S4 sensor open LD4 Yellow No S1 S4 sensor closed Flashing red No Board is initializing Infinitely Yes Board not receiving data flashing red Red Yes Board not receiving data Flashing red Yes Addressing screw s missing from board and green Sporadically Yes 2 boards are addressed the same flashing Corrected by adding addressing screw to green amp appropriate location yellow OFF Yes Board not receiving power LD5 Green No Receiving proper voltage Dim green Yes Board not receiving data OFF Yes Board not receiving power x Spot User Manual General Maintenance 6 1 Table 6 1 LED State Location LED State Problem Description 3 phase board LD1 Green No Board receiving proper voltage Dim green Yes Board not receiving data OFF Yes Board not receiving power LD2 Red No HD6 sensor open Green No HD6 sensor closed Flashing red Yes Board not receiving data OFF Yes Board not receiving data or power LD3 Green No Board programmed properly Flashing red Yes Board not programmed CPU board LD1 Orange No Receiving information from 2 amp 3 phase boards LD1 Dimly Yes Not receiving information from 2 amp 3 phase flickering boards LD
165. t the DMX start channel 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus DMX ADDRESS MENU is the first menu item at the top level 1 Press the Enter button to select The display will show SET DMX START CHANNEL The display will show the start channel currently assigned to the fixture 2 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to select a new DMX start channel from 001 498 The display will flash a new option ready for selection Note The last valid Start channel for an x Spot fixture is based on the channel range required by fixture s module configuration The last valid start channel for a standard configuration x Spot fixture is 475 512 38 1 3 Press the Enter button to accept the new DMX Start channel Note Ifthe Enter button is not pressed the old value will remain selected after exiting the menu Determining DMX Start Channel Assignment There are 512 available channels on each DMX link divided among all the devices in a particular link A fixture must have a unique Start channel number in order to respond independently to controller commands To determine each fixture s DMX start channel in a link identify the channel range of every fixture on the link Channel range is the number of consecutive channels a fixture requires Each standard configuration x Spot fixture requires a block of 38 consecutive channels on a 512 Channel DMX link The Start cha
166. tem or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to the FIXTURE MODE MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 20 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual 3 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scrollto SELECT USER MODE and press the Enter button to select 4 Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to the A or B User Mode and press the Enter button to store Protocol Mode This option sets the Protocol to be followed in assigning Start Channels and programming parameters STANDARD protocol is the default on x Spot fixtures As other protocols are implemented for x Spot fixtures they will be available in this menu Copy Users Use this menu to copy the parameter defaults preset values or both from one User mode to the other To COPY USERS 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to the FIXTURE MODE MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to COPY USERS and press the Enter button to select 4 Usingthe left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to COPY PRESET to copy only the preset settings COPY PARAMETERS to copy the parameter defaults or COPY ALL and press the Enter button to store 5 Usethe
167. thirteen 38 channel standard x Spot fixtures can be assigned to a single 512 Channel DMX link For more information on Start Channels see Determining DMX Start Channel Assignment on page 3 6 To Set the Start Channel on an x Spot Fixture l Access the fixture s menu system via the dot matrix display on the fixture s front panel For a detailed description of the menu system see Chapter 3 Figure 2 7 The x Spot menu system navigation buttons Use left and right arrows to Use up and down arrows to move through the current select from available value or menu level options setting options 09 4 Use the Menu button on left Use the Enter button on the when viewing the display to right when viewing the unlock the menu and move back Way Navigation Button display to store a selected to the previous menu level menu value or option Note Navigation system buttons functions invert automatically when the fixture is turned upside down 2 Unlock the menu system by pressing and holding down the Menu button until the extended 2 line display appears DMX ADDRESS MENU is the first option at the top menu level 3 Press the Enter button to select The display will show SET DMX START CHANNEL The display will show the start channel currently assigned to the fixture 4 Usethe up and down arrow buttons on the Navigation button to select a new start channel The display will flash a new option ready for selection
168. tic lithos with the coated sides together In this case the rotating lithopattern would be the opposite of the other lithos in the wheel Replace the spring After replacing the lithopattern or effects glass clean it by using a soft lint free cotton cloth and a mild glass cleaning solution containing no ammonia Replace the bezel see Figure 5 1 on page 5 1 Figure 5 13 Replacing a lithopattern or effects glass in a rotating gobo wheel Spring N Tip x Spot User Manual General Maintenance 5 13 Replacing Static Lithopatterns Positions 3 and 7 on Gobo Wheel 1 in the Dual Rotating Gobo Module contain slots for the addition of static lithopatterns see Figure 5 14 To replace a static litho 1 Use the directions from the preceding section to remove the rotating litho in front of the static litho Gently spread the static litho framing bracket away from the wheel and slide the static lithopattern out of the frame see Figure 5 14 Choose the orientation of the selected lithopattern To product a moire effect place the coated side of the top litho facing toward the bottom litho For morphing effects place the coated side of the top litho facing away from the lamp Slide the new lithopattern into the frame Make sure the static litho is seated After replacing the litho clean it by using a soft lint free cotton cloth and a mild glass cleaning solution containing no ammonia Replace the bezel s
169. to view the number of channels required channel range for the fixture s specific configuration The standard configuration x Spot fixture has a 38 channel range Next DMX Channel Use this option to view the next available DMX Start channel on the link following this fixture and is based on the fixture s specific configuration The value displayed uses the formula current Start channel channels needed for this fixture 1 3 28 Fixture Operation x Spot User Manual Chapter 4 DMX Programming A Parameter construct is a fixture attribute that can be controlled to modify the light beam in terms of color beam quality and pattern intensity or focus position To program fixtures DMX values are assigned to each of the fixture s parameters according to that fixtures DMX protocol A scene sometimes referred to as a cue or look depending on the controller used is one set of attribute options Combining scenes into sequences assigning times and synchronizing fixtures on a link are the basics of show creation This chapter discusses the DMX programming options and describes the parameters in the x Spot DMX protocol For a complete table of DMX values for the x Spot fixture running standard protocol see Appendix A x Spot DMX Protocol x Spot DMX Protocol The design of the x Spot fixture allows for multiple configurations Channels 1 14 control the general fixture operation and are basic to all configurations In a standa
170. truss sizes 254 0mm 10 0in 127 mm 5 0 in A CA E 9 Y y 406 5mm Sa ge 16 0in 470 0 342 9mm S 13 5 gt St 406 5mm gt lt L 171 5 1 235 0mm S 16 0in 9 25in l VLL oy v 2350mm lt 935in 470 0mm 18 50in J O uf CN y N e _ 5 12in 12 Light Duty 12in x 18in Light Duty 20 5in x 20 5in Medium Duty 0 fe e fe o s p Ke en x 2 orm Single Pipe Mounting Single Pipe Mounting with optional brackets x Spot User Manual 24 Setup and Configuration Safety Cable High End Systems strongly recommends using safety cables when mounting any fixture Verify the cable used is capable of supporting the weight of the fixture Galvanized safety cables can be ordered from your High End Systems dealer distributor see Optional Accessories on page 1 4 Fixture Clamps Verify that fixture clamps used are capable of supporting the weight of the fixture Deluxe C clamps for a two inch truss are available from your High End Systems dealer distributor see Optional Accessories on page 1 4 Suggested Truss Mounting Procedure Note Due to the wide variety of possible lighting designs High End Systems cannot make specific mounting recommendations Consider the following procedure as a suggested gu
171. ture An 8 character configuration type name is diplayed when the menu is in locked mode The Module Configuration menu displays the contents of the slots for the fixture s configuration Table 3 2 lists the module in each slot for x Spot configuration types Table 3 2 Module Identification Configuration Type Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 STANDARD Six Wheel Color Mix Dual Rotating Gobos Rotating Gobo and Iris L MOTION Six Wheel Color Mix Dual Rotating Gobos Lithomotion and Iris FRAMING Six Wheel Color Mix Single Rotating Gobo Framing and Iris CUSTOM TBD TBD TBD To view the MODULE CONFIG MENU 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to the FIXTURE MODE MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Usethe left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to MODULE CONFIGURATION menu and press the Enter button to select 4 Usethe up and down arrows on the Navigation button to view the module description for each slot of the configuration Select User Mode Use this menu item to switch the fixture s user type between User A and User B Each user type includes 16 different presets scenes and needs to specified before defining settings in the SET PARAMETERS MENU or the PRESET MENU Level 2 options To SELECT USER MODE 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu sys
172. ucciones antes del ensamblaje montaje y operaci n de este equipo x Spot User Manual Symbols The following international caution and warning symbols appear in margins throughout this manual to highlight messages AN AN x a A a N gt Caution This symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages Not heeding these messages could result in personal injury and or damage to equipment Warning This symbol appears adjacent to high voltage warning messages Not heeding these messages could result in serious personal injury This symbol indicates that a fire hazard is present Not heeding these messages could result in serious personal injury This symbol indicates that eye protection is required This symbol indicates an explosion hazard This symbol indicates the minimum distance to a lighted object which in this case is 1 meter This symbol indicates a hot surface This symbol indicates that an object not be mounted on a flammable surface x Spot User Manual Warranty Information Limited Warranty Unless otherwise stated your product is covered by a two year parts and labor limited warranty Dichroic filters are not guaranteed against breakage or scratches to coating It is the owner s responsibility to furnish receipts or invoices for verification of purchase date and dealer or distributor If purchase date cannot be provided date of manufacture will be used to determine warranty
173. uipment must be earthed Selectable voltages Universal Input from 100 230 VAC 50 60 Hz Rated power 1200 W Fuses Motor power supply output 2 5A 250V slow blow only 2 and 3 phase driver boards 2 5A 125 V Slow Blow SMF One external main fuse 15A 250V slow blow only Environmental Specifications Maximum ambient temperature T 50 C 122 F Maximum exterior surface temperature 130 C 266 F i im Minimum distance to flammable objects Im 3 28 ft 2m Minimum distance to lighted object 2m 6 56 Do not mount a flammable surface Dichroic Litho and Effect Specifications Dichroic Glass Thickness 1 8 mm 0 25 mm 0 069in 0 010in LithoPatterns Diameter 36 45mm 0 13 mm 1 435in 006 Image area 31 75 mm 0 25 mm 1 250in 0 010in Thickness rotating litho 1 78mm 0 13 mm 070 in 006 e Thickness static litho 1 78mm 0 13 mm 070 in 006 Effect Glass Diameter 36 45 mm 0 13 mm 1 435in 006 Image area 31 75 mm 0 25 mm 1 250in 010 e Maximum thickness 3 81mm 150 in Lamp Specifications Lamp type Philips MSR700SA 700W short arc e Color temperature 5600 K e Life 500 hours 1 6 Features and Specifications x Spot User Manual Lens Specifications Zoom Ratio 4 1 Effective focal length 41mm 165mm Full field of view range 11 8 45 2 Cable and Connector Specifications DMX data cables Belden 9842 or equivalent meets
174. value below it SLOT 2 PARAMETERS GOBO 1 FUNCTION GOBO 1 POSITION TH GOBO 1 ROTATE FUNCTION GOBO 1 ROTATE COARSE H GOBO 1 ROTATE FINE EFFECTS FUNCTION Th EFFECTS POSTTION Th EFFECTS ROTATE FUNCTION EFFECTS ROTATE COARSE 9 EFFECTS ROTATE FINE Displays one parameter per screen with current DMX value below it 0ca den nus TENUETA 1951 n 10dS X Information Menu Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Option Setting Description Notes Y enters and exits Menu System and moves up levels scrolls between values lt gt moves between items on the same level selects 4 selects _ _ _ 77 HH GOBO 2 POSITION HH GOBO 2 ROTATE a DHX VALUES BY PARAMETER RA METERS FUNCTION Displays one parameter per screen with current GOBO 2 ROTATE Ran COARSE GOBO 2 ROTATE FINE IRIS CURRENT HC TEMPERATURE HEAD 1 C HEAD 2 MAXIMUM AMC Displays current temperature of selected sensor in TEMPERATURE HEAD 1 HC centigrade TEMPERATURES HEAD 2 MENU MINIMUM TOPBOX TEMPERATURE HEAD 1 C HEAD 2 TEMPERATURES NO Default safe setting RESET YES Press Enter for 5 seconds to reset all four sensors to current temperature TOPBOX 1 HHR
175. ve fixture 4 3 Slot 1 module replacement 5 10 Parameters DMX values Menu map D 19 Six Wheel Color Mixing Module 1 1 1 3 replacing 5 10 Test Menu Menu map D 17 SLOT 1 ID error 6 8 Slot 2 Dual Rotating Gobo Module 1 3 replacing 5 9 Dual Rotating Gobos Module 1 1 Parameters DMX values Menu map D 19 x Spot User Manual index 5 Test Menu Menu Map D 17 SLOT 2 ID error 6 8 Slot 3 Module replacement 5 8 Parameters DMX values Menu map D 20 Rotating Gobo and Iris Module 1 1 1 3 Test Menu Menu map D 17 SLOT 3 ID error 6 8 Software crossloading 2 10 version displayed 2 9 3 3 Software Version Menu map D 21 Specifications cable and connector 1 7 dichroic litho and effect 1 6 electrical 1 6 environmental 1 6 lamp 1 6 lens 1 7 physical 1 5 Start channel assigning 2 11 Static Color Function parameter 4 10 DMX protocol A 5 Static Color Position parameter 4 11 DMX protocol A 5 Static Color self test 3 24 Menu map D 17 Static Color Wheel 4 11 replacement filters 1 4 Synchronizing preset playback 4 3 T TalkBack 3 1 unique number 3 2 Temperature Reset Menu map D 20 Temperatures Menu 3 26 D 20 Current Temperature Menu map D 20 Maximum Menu map D 20 Minimum temperature Menu map D 20 Terminator constructing 2 8 purchasing from High End Systems 1 4 Test Options Menu Menu map D 17 Test Options menu 3 23 Tilt Coarse parameter 4 4 protocol 1 Tilt Encoder Menu map D 18 Tilt Fine paramet
176. vigation button scroll through the top level to SET PARAMETERS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to LAMP LIFE LIMIT 4 Using the up and down arrows on the Navigation button choose the ENABLE option and press Enter to select Data Loss Timeout Use this menu option to determine how the fixture will react in the event of DMX data loss Set the shutter to stay open until shutdown or to close one second after data loss To set the DATA LOSS TIMEOUT 1 Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to the top level menus 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll through the top level to SET PARAMETERS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to DATA LOSS TIMEOUT 4 Usingthe up and down arrows on the Navigation button choose LONG to keep the shutter open until shutdown or SHORT to close the shutter 1 second after data loss and press the Enter button to select x Spot User Manual Fixture Operation 3 19 Fixture Mode Menu The Mode menu sets the module and protocol configuration chooses User A or User B settings copies settings to User A or User B and crossloads software from one fixture to other x Spot fixtures on the link Module Configuration Menu Use this menu to view the module configuration for each slot of the fix
177. wrench e Flathead screwdriver e Gloves Protective eyewear This chapter includes information on replacing parts and cleaning the fixture Please note the warnings under each heading before servicing the fixture Warning This fixture must be serviced by qualified personnel The information listed in this chapter is intended to assist qualified personnel only Several of the maintenance operations described in this chapter require bezel removal To remove the bezel loosen the three 3 captive screws on each side of the fixture head with a flathead screwdriver Lift the bezel sides away from the base and toward the lens see Figure 5 1 When replacing the bezel ensure that it is fitted securely in the yoke channel on both side of the fixture as shown in Figure 5 1 Figure 5 1 Removing and replacing the bezel Captive Screws Bezel channel in yoke arm x Spot User Manual General Maintenance 5 1 Replacing Parts Warnings Disconnect power before servicing Replace fuses with the specified type and rating only al Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 130 C 266 F Allow the fixture to cool before handling Replacing Fuses To replace a fuse 1 Disconnect power to the fixture If the fixture has been operating allow the fixture to cool before handling 2 Use Figure 5 2 with Table 5 1 to determine which fuse to replace and its location Figure 5 2 Locate and access fuses

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