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1. EQUIN X REV OLUTION EQLED80 User Manual w w w pr oli gh t c o u k Equinox Revolution 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 it is 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 Revolution 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 e 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 equipment e Do no2. MODE button until the DMX mode is displayed 400 Press the UP or DOWN button to set the DMX address 400 1 d5 ta Equinox Revolution Operation DMX Chart OBak Speed 0 255 Flash 0 255 5 Master Slave Mode Press the MODE button until the master slave mode is displayed Si Ru The slave fixtures will follow the program set on the master fixture when linked via DMX cables 6 MC Mode Plug the smart controller CONT18 not supplied into the fixture The AUTO RUN SOUND AC TIVE or BLACKOUT buttons on the controller can be used to control the programs on the fixture Note The LED display will blackout if there is no operation selected on the fixture for 20 seconds The fixture will become active again by pressing any of the mode selection buttons By pressing the MODE and SETUP buttons at the same time for a fevv seconds the fixture vvill be restored to factory settings Equinox Revolution DMX Set Up DMX 512 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 e DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of differ
3. cause a short circuit and erratic behaviour common DMX 512 out DMX 512 in 3 pin XLR 3 pin XLR fee a a XLR MALE SOCKET XLR FEMALE SOCKET XLR Pin Configuration 2 cold 1 ground 1 ground 2 cold Pin 1 Ground o Pin 2 Negative 5 FIGURE 3 FIGURE 2 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 e and interferance it is always advisable to connect a e DMX 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 vvill decrease the possibilities of erratic behaviour 5 Pin XLR DMX Connectors e 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 VVhen inserting standard 5 pin XLR connectors in to a 3 pin line a cable adaptor must be used The Chart belovv details the correct cable conversion 3 Pin XLR to 5 PIN XLR Conversion Conductor 3 Pin XLR out 5 Pin XLR in Ground shield Pin 1 Pin 1 Negative Pin 2 Pin 2 Positive Pin 3 Pin 3 Equinox Revolution Correct Disposal of this Product Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with seperate collection systems This marking shown on the product or its
4. 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 w w w pr oli g h t c o u k
5. RRANTY 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 lamp 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 Revolution Technical Specifications You should find inside the Equinox carton the follovving items 1 Revolution Unit 2 Povver cable 3 nstruction manual Technical Specifications Voltage AC 100 240V 50Hz 294 x 5mm LED s 42 x white 84 x red 84 x green 84 x blue Dimensions VV x H x D 308 x 258 x 234mm VVeight 3 06kg Operating modes 1 Programme Selection 2 Stand Alone 3 DMX 512 3 channels 4 Sound activated 5 Master Slave Mode Overvievv Hanging Bracket N r DMX Input 2 DMX Output Remote connection CONT18 O O O O Power Out 0 6 7 Tighting knobs Power In LED display and mode selection buttons Equinox Revolution Operation Operation There are 6 different operation modes to choose from 1 Built in programs Fr 0 1 2 Auto Run Mode Al 77 3 Sound active Mode 5420 4 DMX mode 00 1 5 Master Slave Mode 51 nu 6 MC Mode activated by conn
6. ecting optional smart controller CONT18 1 Selecting Built in proqrams Press the MODE button until the built in programs operation is displayed Prg Press the UP or DOWN button to select the running program effect Prd Pr 15 Press the SETUP button to enter the settings menu for program running speed 5860 Press the UP or DOWN button to set the speed value 50 SPFL Press the SETUP button to enter the menu for controlling the running of the strobe F 508 Use the UP or DOWN button to set the strobe value F 500 F5FL 2 Auto Run Mode Press the MODE button until the auto run mode is displayed Ru 10 The fixture will automatically run the programs according to the preset program 02 Pr 15 Press the SETUP button to enter the settings menu for the auto running speed 588 Press the UP or DOWN button to set the speed value 50 SPFL Press the SETUP button to enter the menu for controlling the auto running of the strobe F 500 Use the UP or DOWN button to set the strobe value F 500 F5FL Press the SETUP button to enter the settings menu for auto running times nf Use the UP or DOWN button to set the auto running time value a00 n 100 3 Sound active Mode Press the MODE button until the sound active mode is displayed 520 Press the UP or DOWN button to set the sound active sensitivity 5400 5447 1 4 DMX Mode Press the
7. ent manufactures to be linked together 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 possible 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 Carbon 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 CABLII 5m CABL12 10m Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split Equinox Revolution 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
8. t open the equipment and do not modify the equipment e Do not connect this equipment to a dimmer pack e 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 e 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 100 240V AC Make sure that the power cable is never crimped or damaged Check the equipment and the power cable periodically e If the equipment is dropped or damaged disconnect the mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect the equipment before operating again e 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 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 e Repairs servicing and power connection must only be carried out by a qualified technician THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS e WA
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