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1. Identification Hanging bracket IEC power in out socket Earth screw DMX output socket DMX input socket Sensitivity control LED display Function buttons Hanging bracket tightening knobs 10 Safety eye 11 Microphone wo OCONONRWN Equinox Domin8R 2 Operation Operation modes DMX mode To select DMX mode press the MENU button to show ADDR on the display Now press the ENTER button and use the UP and DOWN buttons to set the DMX address from 001 512 When you have finished setting the desired DMX address press the ENTER button For DMX functions please refer to the DMX function chart overleaf DMX channel mode To choose one of the DMX channel modes press the MENU button to show CHND on the display Now press the ENTER button and use the UP and DOWN button to choose the 8 or 16 DMX channel mode To confirm your choice press the ENTER button Master slave mode To select the slave mode press the MENU button to show SLND on the LED display Now press the ENTER button and use the UP and DOWN buttons to select either MAST SLA1 or SLA2 MAST option This is the master setting mode where you can set the first unit as a master SL 1 option This is the normal slave mode where the slave units all do the same thing following the master unit SL 2 option2. EEE P Ba A www prolight co uk DOMINSER Z 00000000 Order code EQLED53 User manual Equinox Domin8R 2 Safety WARNING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP CAUTION Keep this equipment away from rain moisture and liquids SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation amp maintenance of this equipment should Be competent Follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION TAKE CARE USING THIS EQUIPMENT HIGH VOLTAGE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Before your initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused during transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and do not use the equipment To maintain the equipment in good working condition and to ensure safe operation itis necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual Please note that damages caused by user modifications to this equipment are not subject to warranty Equinox Domin8R 2 Safety IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorised modification to the equipment Never let the power cable come into contact with other cables Handle the power cable and all mains voltage connections with particular caution Never remove warning or informative labels from the equ
3. This is the inversion slave mode where the slave unit s will react in the opposite direction from the master unit Sound active mode To select sound active mode press the MENU button to show SOUN on the LED display Now press the ENTER button and use the UP and DOWN buttons to set the sound active mode ON or OFF The unit will now react to the beat of the music Note When there is no music present the unit will automatically switch to slow auto run LED mode Use this mode to turn the LED display ON or OFF To do this press the MENU button to show LED on the display Now use the the UP and DOWN buttons to select either ON or OFF Display mode In this mode you can flip the display over to match which way the unit is being used To flip the display press the MENU button to show DISP on the display Now press the ENTER button to flip the display over and again to flip it back to its original position Test mode In this mode you can test that all of the LEDs are illuminating To do this press the MENU button to show TEST on the display Now press the ENTER button to initiate the test Once you are happy with the test press the ENTER button to stop it Hour mode non re settable In this mode you can check the total time the unit has been used for To check the units time line press the MENU button to show HO
4. UR on the display Now press the ENTER button to display the units time usage For example if the unit has been in use for 5 hours the display will show 5 If the unit has been in use for 120 hours the display will show 120 and so on Equinox Domin8R 2 DMX Charts 8 channel DMX chart 0 127 Static staticpatem 128 255 Moving pattern 6 0 255 Moving pattern speed slow to fast 0 127 Manual mirror tilt 7 128 255 Auto mirror tilt up and down O 0 255 Mirror tilt speed Equinox Domin8R 2 DMX Charts 16 channel DMX chart CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION ax TIT o EC ME MNT TTC Manual mirror 1 tilt i Alo mio TH ap and down 0 127 Manual mirror 2 tilt 128 255 Auto mirror 2 tilt up and down Manual mirror 5 tilt Auto mirror 5 tilt up and down 128 255 Auto mirror 6 tilt up and down 0 127 Manual mirror 6 tilt 12 Equinox Domin8R 2 DMX Set up DMX 512 e DMX Digital Multiplex is a universal protocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures and controllers A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions form the controller to the fixture DMX data is sent as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture via the DATA IN and DATA OUT XLR terminals located on all DMX fixtures most controllers only have a data out terminal DMX Linking DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of different manufactures to be linked to
5. gether and operate from a single controller as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX compliant To ensure proper DMX data transmission when using several DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path pos sible The order in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the DMX addressing For example a fixture assigned to a DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere in a DMX line at the beginning at the end or anywhere in the middle When a fixture is assigned a DMX address of 1 the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1 to that unit no matter where it is located in the DMX chain DATA Cable DMX cable requirements for DMX operation The Equinox Domin8R 2 can be controlled via DMX 512 protocol The DMX address is set on the back of the unit Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3 pin XLR connector for data input output figure 1 Figure 1 Further DMX cables can be purchased from all good sound and lighting suppliers or Prolight dealers Please quote CABL10 2M CABL11 5M CABL12 10M Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split Equinox Domin8R 2 DMX Set up Notice Be sure to follow figures 2 amp 3 when making your own cables Do not connect the cable s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR s outer casing Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and e
6. ion and other European countries with seperate collection systems This marking shown on the product or its literature indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal please seperate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product or their local government office for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal EVI AX www prolight co uk
7. ipment Do not open the equipment and do not modify the equipment Do not connect this equipment to a dimmer pack Do not switch the equipment on and off in short intervals as this will reduce the system s life Only use the equipment indoors Do not expose to flammable sources liquids or gases Cleaning must be done at regular intervals Before cleaning wait until the unit has cooled Use a vacuum or dry compressed air and a soft brush to remove the dust collected on the external vents and accessible internal components Clean the external surfaces with a mild solution of non ammonia glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol and wipe with a soft lint free cotton cloth or lense cleaning tissue Always disconnect the power from the mains when equipment is not in use or before cleaning Only handle the power cable by the plug Never pull out the plug by pulling the power cable Make sure that the available voltage is between 100V 240V Make sure that the power cable is never crimped or damaged Check the equipment and the power cable periodically If the equipment is dropped or damaged disconnect the mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect the equipment before operating again If the equipment has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising condensation might damage the equipment Leave the equipment switched off
8. rratic behaviour common DMX 512 out DMX 512 in 3 pin XLR 3 pin XLR Ne XLR MALE SOCKET XLR FEMALE SOCKET XLR Pin Configuration 2 cold 1 ground 3Hot 3 Hot Pin 3 Postive FIGURE 3 FIGURE 2 1 ground 2 cold Pin 1 Ground Q i Pin 2 Negative Special Note Line termination When longer runs of cable are used you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic behaviour Termination reduces signal transmission problems O and interferance it is always advisable to connect a O DMKX terminal resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX of the last fixture Using a cable terminator part number CABL90 3 pin CABL89 5 pin will decrease the possibilities of erratic behaviour 5 Pin XLR DMX Connectors Some manufactures use 5 pin XLR connectors for data transmission in place of 3 pin 5 Pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3 pin XLR DMX line When inserting standard 5 pin XLR connectors in to a 3 pin line a cable adaptor must be used The Chart below details the correct cable conversion 3 Pin XLR socket Pin 1 GND s ren Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal 3 Pin XLR socket Pin 1 GND sereen Pin 2 Signal i Pin 3 Signal Pin 4 Ni Pin 5 N C Equinox Domin8R 2 Notes Notes Equinox Domin8R 2 Notes Notes Correct Disposal of This Product Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Un
9. until it has reached room temperature If your product fails to function correctly discontinue use immediately Pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return it to your Prolight dealer for service Only use fuses of same type and rating Repairs servicing and power connection must only be carried out by a qualified technician THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS WARRANTY One year from date of purchase OPERATING DETERMINATIONS If this equipment is operated in any other way than those described in this manual the product may suffer damage and the warranty becomes void Incorrect operation may lead to danger e g short circuit burns electric shocks LED failure etc Do not endanger your own safety and the safety of others Incorrect installation or use can cause serious damage to people and property Equinox Domin8R 2 Technical specifications You should find inside the Equinox carton the following items 1 Equinox Domin8R 2 2 Power cable 3 Instruction manual Technical Specifications DMX channels 8 or 16 selectable 120 x 5mm LEDs R 40 G 40 B 40 Sound active auto master slave and DMX modes IEC power in out sockets 3 pin XLR in out sockets 4 push button menu with LED display Robust metal housing Convection cooled Power supply 100 240V 50 60Hz Fuse 3 Amp Power consumption 90W Dimensions 906 x 112 x 317mm Weight 10 4Kgs 10 Overview
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