High End Systems Roadster Orbital Head System User's Manual
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1. Setting Up a DMX Link Data cable terminator Each fixture on a DMX link has a data in and a data out through connection The Roadster Orbital Head functions as a fixture on the link using 12 channels to control mirror movement and projector lens functions The controller sends commands through the Power Hub to control mirror movement and position an image from the projector The Roadster Orbital Head can be daisy chained to other automated lighting fixtures on the link Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 13 CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration To connect the Roadster Orbital Head to a DMX link 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 unit on the DMX link This connection is on the Power hub for the Orbital Head system Place a terminator in the data out connector of last fixture on the link Daisy chaining Power Hubs in a DMX 512 link 3 Continue linking the remaining fixtures connecting a cable from the data out data thru connector of each fixture to the data in connector of the next fixture on the link 4 Connect a male terminator to the data out connector of the last fixture in the link Powering On the System Warnings Connect this equipment only to a branch circuit having2. Vatic Fitter Heads Information Danmark Advarsel Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock Vigtigt Lederne med gul groen isolation maa kun tilsluttes en klemme maerket b eller 8 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration System Setup Mounting Warnings Equipment suitable for dry locations only Do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture procedure use only a mild glass cleaner containing no ammonia and a soft lint free cotton cloth to avoid scratching mirror surface Caution If mirror surface needs to be cleaned during setup The Roadster Orbital Head system ships with a mounting bracket adapted to the Christie Roadster S 12 or S 16 high output video projectors The Orbital Head must be able to rotate freely Choose from the recommended lens options to avoid impeding Orbital Head movement see Projector Lens Options on page 4 Mounting the Orbital Head To mount the Orbital Head to the projector 1 Choose from the four available orientation options e Standard 2 Mount the bracket to the Orbital head using four M6 x 90 Degrees 16mm hex bolts with lock Flat washer washers and flat washers A Lock lee Bolt A Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Remove the three existing projector M10 x 20mm hex bolts and lock washers B Retract projector foot C to minimum height to accomm
3. ii 43 Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation sisi nes nnne nn 43 Roadster Orbital Head User Manual Roadster Orbital Head User Manual Chapter I Product Overview The Roadster Orbital Movement system from High End Systems utilizes a moving mirror head mounted on the front of a Christie Digital Roadster S 12 16 3 chip DLP based projector to position a projected image anywhere in three dimensional space A power hub component mounts separately to allow DMX control of the Orbital Head movement and projector shutter lamp focus and zoom It operates with the Catalyst Media Server a separate product that provides real time video rendering or independently as a standalone fixture on a DMX link The Roadster Orbital Movement System system ships with e A Periscopic Dual Mirror Orbital Head e A bracket kit for mounting the Orbital Head to a Christie Digital Roadster Projector e A Power Hub with truss mounting bracket e Cabling for XLR RS 232 and power connections A System using a dual Mirror Head and a Catalyst Media Server version 1 2 requires a DMX lighting console that can control 56 channels per fixture and support true 16 bit values on 15 channels The Wholehog III Hog iPC Hog 1000 and Hog 500 lighting consoles are DMX controllers available from High End Systems to control the Catalyst system see Accessories on page 2 Contact the controller s vendor regarding Catalyst support on other DMX controllers For more information
4. Display Invert AUTO Display Level ON Mirror 2 Quick Path 0FF 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 To reinstate 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 Mirror 2 Quick Path Turning this menu option ON directs the outer mirror to take the shortest path to the selected position to provide very fast position changes The default is OFF To turn Mirror 2 Quick Path ON 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 the MIRROR 2 QUICK PATH 4 Using the up and down arrows on the Navigation button choose ON and press the Enter but
5. 2 line format displays more detailed information 18 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance 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 Menu Map Use the following table to navigate the menu options on the Power Hub V enters exits Menu System and moves up levels scrolls between values 4 moves between items on same level 4 selects 4 selects Selected value becomes the first SET DMX START CHANNEL DIS ADRESS DMX value in the range for that Mirror Head on a DMX 512 link ON Reverts Mirror Head to default setting FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS OFF Indicates a factory default has changed SET ON Turns display on PARAMETERS DISPLAY LEVEL OFF Display fully dimm
6. 9 MOUDENG een 9 Mounting The Orbital Head cr seen nn 9 MOUNtINd the Power HUD sans 10 Roadster Orbital Head User Manual vii Connecting the System sarral rise ricos pera aos 11 Power Hub Connections ENEE NEEN rr 11 Power Hub to Projector une 12 Power Hub to Orbital Head Connection ii 12 DMX Data Connection ar cda cdi india 12 Connecting to a DMX512 Link corsa ie ee 12 Required Data Cabling and Connectors cicci 12 Construct ing a Terminator srt exu addd a a i V a 13 al Ua DEE qc PH 13 Powering Or the System uaar 14 Before APPIVINO POWNEF sissi iaia 14 ADDICE PON ada iii 14 Verifying Uploading Catalyst Software i 15 Setting a DMX Start Channel an an cor rrr SEN ENNEN iii 15 Operation and Maintenance 1 eene 17 The Power Hub Menu Display NNN 17 Navigational Basis asirios erica acts rasi 18 Display in Menu Locked Mode EE 18 Fixture Software Version Lamelle 18 System Configuration TY DG sense Nena 18 DEPEStar Cae o 18 Error Message Display e eet iia airis doute 18 Unlockang the ME ES VS ES lada terio m TEMA 19 EXIUNG the Menu System rd rra aan 19 MENU Map erc 19 DMX Address Menu liana 21 Setting a DMX Start Channel NEEN ENEE 21 SCE P rameters MCN rannte 21 Display Ley O MT MI E EE 21 pacto Deu SSII een ee ed 22 MITO QUICK Path sr 22 Fixture Mode MESA a ae a da aa monde to cc lcd 23 Crossloading Fixfure So WOES sie en ea m
7. Power Hub Connection Cable 4 conductor 1 5 mm with a maximum length of 2 meters Connectors 4 pin male and female XLR connectors e Pin 1 Ground e Pin 2 Data Complement e Pin 3 Data True e Pin 4 40V 6 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual Chapter e Setup and Configuration Inspecting the Fixture The following components are shipped as the Roadster Orbital Head system Hardware e Orbital Head fixture e Power Hub e Mounting Bracket for Christie projector Cabling e 4 pin XLR Power hub cable e RS 232 cable e US power cable e European power cable Unpack all components and verify that it is undamaged Inspect both the outside of the components for physical damage and the optical surfaces of the Orbital Head If the product is damaged or there are items missing notify both the shipping agent and your sales agent immediately Save All Shipping Materials Do not discard shipping materials Packing materials are specifically 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 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 Power Cord Caps The Power Hub for the Orbital Hea
8. apparecchiatura Informacion Importante De Seguridad En el Ap ndice A se encuentran instrucciones sobre protecci n continua contra incendios descarga el ctrica y lesiones personales Lea por favor todas las instrucciones antes del ensamblaje montaje y operaci n de este equipo Symbols The following international caution and warning symbols appear in margins throughout this manual to highlight messages heeding these messages could result in personal injury Caution This symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages Not N and or damage to equipment messages Not heeding these messages could result in Warning This symbol appears adjacent to high voltage warning A serious personal injury Warranty Information Limited Warranty Unless otherwise stated your product is covered by a one year parts and labor limited warranty 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 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 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual V are returned for repair The manufacturer will make the final determination as to whether or not the unit is covered by warranty Any Product unit or parts ret
9. 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 and exit the menu system Display in Menu Locked Mode The Power Hub display panel gives access to the 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 Catalyst logo the fixture s configuration type ROADSTER and the fixture s DMX Start channel DMX_C Any errors present are also displayed in an 8 character error description Fixture Software Version The software version loaded on the system can vary even between units purchased at the same time Verifying Uploading Catalyst Software on page 15 describes the procedures to ensure that all Roadster Orbital Head systems on the link are running the latest software System Configuration Type The configuration type indicates the system s modular setup 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 For more information on DMX start channels see Setting a DMX Start Channel on page 15 Error Message Display Errors are displayed in short 8 character form when the menu system is locked Unlocked menu system s
10. user serviceable parts inside Roadster Orbital Head User Manual 39 CHAPTER B Safety Information Appendice B Importantes Informations Sur La S curit Mise En Garde Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Incendies 1 Cet appareil de connection au circuit comporte une protection contre les surcharges de 20 A Mise En Garde Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Chocs Electriques 1 Si cet quipement est livr sans prise de cable veuillez connecter la prise de cable correcte selon le code suivant e marron phase e bleu neutre e vert jaune terre D brancher le courant avant de changer les lampes ou d effectuer des r parations Cet quipement doit tre uniquement utilis dans des endroits secs Ne pas l exposer la pluie ou l humidit A l int rieur de l quipement il n y a pas de pi ces remplacables par l utilisateur Confiez l entretien un personnel qualifi Equipement de Classe I Cet quipement doit tre mis la terre 40 Roadster Orbital Head User Manual CHAPTER B Safety Information Anhang B Wichtige Hinweise F r Ihre Sicherheit Warnung Zum Schutz Vor Brandgefahr 1 Dieses Ger t darf nur an eine Zweigleitung mit einem berlastungsschutz von h chstens 20 A angeschlossen werden Warnung Zum Schutz Gegen Gefahrliche K rperstr me 1 Wenn dieses Ger t ohne einen Netzkabelstecker erhalten wurde ist der entsprechende Netzkabelst
11. 0 22941 16 6 10 231038 15 6 OF 28490 18 5 0D 3C 28879 1 4 24272 9 4 fe 24470 8 3 08 24868 6 2 06 248 68 6 2 06 38 Roadster Orbital Head User Manual CHAPTER B Safety Information Appendix B Safety Information Warning For Continued Protection Against Fire 1 This equipment for connection to branch circuit having a maximum overload protection of 20 A Warning For Continued Protection Against Electric Shock 1 If this equipment was received without a line cord plug attach the appropriate line cord plug according to the following code e brown line e blue neutral e green yellow earth 2 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 e 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 3 Class I equipment This equipment must be earthed 4 Equipment suitable for dry locations only Do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture 5 Refer servicing to qualified personnel no
12. 12 channel range Chan Value Value Dr Function Description et Default I I geen Mirror 1 Coarse Moves inner mirror from 0 270 0 32768 0 100 50 Moves outer mirror from 0 360 32768 0 100 Maps to Tit 50535 5 Focus Coarse 0 16 bit adjustment of 65535 32768 0 100 50 6 Focus Fine i ae 16 bit adjustment 32768 0 100 Zoom Fine J 65535 Shule Closed 0 23 23 sm 255 aem 100 MSpeed Disabe See Appendix B for conversion from Longest 253 7 sec to 4 255 tables ortest 0 15 sec Safe normal operation 09 Pan amp Tilt Mspeed Off 10 19 19 AT 7 EL 27 31 EZ 35 PE 38 PE 41 47 E EJ 55 Lens horizontal offset right 141 150 55 59 aus E 1 CEE es rn EN 72 Coni Reserved for future use mn om 0 34 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 35 CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming 36 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual Appendix A 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 sec sec sec 2454 177 69 2517 176 o 2580 1 5 o 2645 174 68 27 40 1
13. 73 o N ol KA Oo N uw N Om 7 0 35 248 97 F8 L 169 66 40 047 246 96 F6 30 49 168 66 A8 055 245 96 F5 063 244 96 F4 10 17 205 80 CD 0 73 10 58 204 80 CC 1099 203 80 CB 33 34 3865 157 62 9D 40 23 155 61 9B 41 04 154 60 9 2 66 230 90 E6 41 85 153 60 99 2 86 229 90 ES 42 68 152 60 98 807 228 89 E4h 1761 189 74 BD 329 227 89 E3 4434 150 59 96 3 52 226 80 E2 46 04 148 58 94 1979 185 73 B9 4690 147 58 93 478 221 87 DD 2151 182 71 B6 506 220 86 DC 70 55 534 219 86 DB 8D 5 94 217 85 D9 2392 178 70 B2 53 16 140 55 8C 94 93 92 91 8F 8E 8C Roadster Orbital Head User Manual 37 APPENDIX A Time sec mem 137 54 89 ma 134 53 86 51 81 6480 128 50 80 49 TE 48 TB 47 78 82 12 84 43 85 59 86 77 42 42 e o 87 95 107 42 mu 106 42 6A 9034 105 41 69 9155 104 41 68 9398 102 40 66 101 40 65 9770 99 39 63 62 101 49 96 38 60 95 5F Time sec mem 90 35 SA_ 1061 89 35 50 1463 86 34 56 31 50 7 27 45 140 32 68 wu 26 42 151 01 154 14 155 71 157 30 158 89 160 49 50 20 32 44 17 Time sec 26 10 21404 24 9 18 23 2716 22 9 16 21963 21 8 15 2
14. ANY PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION WHETHER IN CONTRACT TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE AND WHETHER OR NOT SUCH DAMAGE WAS FORESEEN OR UNFORESEEN Warranty is void if the product is misused damaged modified in any way or for unauthorized repairs or parts This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state vi Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual Table of Contents Contacting High End E sas ii Product Modification Warning serien iv FCC OGIO salice sii iv Important oar ely IMFO MaON sense aiii V SVMODOLS isbn V Warranty inte e RE m m V Product Overview 1 Orbital Movement System Features NN 1 A ae ann Ue o gn 2 191519 leg a Sb a 3 aleet de e EE 3 Mii cio RT 3 e fa CC sr er rT M 4 ROT a H 4 Projector LENS e ee LEE 4 Electre SCC NCA ge EEN 5 Environmental SDeGITICOtlOf1S sn 5 Cable and Connector SD CITICALIONS aio id 5 DMXandMeodual LINK asada 5 Power Hub to Christie Digital Projector Connection iii 5 Mirror Head to Power Hub Connection Rs 6 Setup and Configuration seem nnne nnne 7 INSPEELNG Wile FCC ee I m TT 7 HardWare c a 7 sper 7 Save All Shipping Materials au en 7 Installing Power Cord Caps ae irre 7 Installing a Line Cord Cap U K Only ss 8 Vatic Fitter Heads Information Danmark NENNEN EE 8 VEE rain
15. Este equipo debe conectarse a tierra 42 Roadster Orbital Head User Manual CHAPTER B Safety Information Appendice B Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza Avvertenza Per Prevenire Incendi 1 Questa apparecchiatura e da collegarsi ad un circuito con una protezione da sovraccarico massima di 20 ampere Avvertenza Per Prevenire Le Scosse Elettriche 1 Da non montare sopra una superficie infiammabile 2 Mantenere l apparecchio a un minimo di 1 0 metri 3 28 piedi di distanza dai materiali combustibili 3 Sostituire i fusibili usando soltanto quelli del tipo e della taratura adatta 4 Mantenere una distanza minima di 1 0 metri 3 28 piedi dagli oggetti accesi 5 Questa apparecchiatura e da collegarsi ad un circuito con una protezione da sovraccarico massima di 20 ampere Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation Advarsel Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock VIGTIGT LEDEREN MED GUL GROEN ISOLATION MAA KUN TILSLUTTES KLEMME MAERKET a ELLER LL Roadster Orbital Head User Manual 43 CHAPTER B Safety Information 44 Roadster Orbital Head User Manual
16. NU 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 Use the 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 Homing the Fixture The Orbital Head System automatically homes all its functions whenever it is turned on This menu option manually homes the entire fixture To remotely home the fixture using a DMX controller see Roadster Orbital Head Positioning on page 31 and Control Function on page 33 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 TEST OPTIONS MENU and press the Enter button to select 3 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to HOME FIXTURE 4 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 24 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance Self Test Menu This option displays the steps and DMX values generated as the fixture tests the motor operation of various functions Self test can be run and viewe
17. R to Orbital Head on DMX link inpet Ratings 100 290 V 90 00 Hz 1 54 06 A 190W 1 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is e subject to the following twa conditions 1 This device may not Elle Data in from DMX console harmful Interference and 2 this device must accept any e interference received including interference that may cause een i a i 1 undesired operation Made in Austin TX USA i 67501 m NOR NES or previous fixtu re on D MX link Power In Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 11 CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Power Hub to Projector The power hub RS 232 connection to the projector allows DMX control of the projector s shutter lamp focus and zoom function Power Hub to Orbital Head Connection The Power Hub provides data and power to the Orbital Head through the two meter 4 pin XLR cable provided This cable should not be lengthened Note The cable has 1 5 mm cores designed to carry power to the Orbital Head Do not substitute a microphone or similar cable DMX Data Connection The Power Hub connects to a DMX controller or another fixture on a DMX 512 link using a 5 pin DMX512 data connector compliant with the USITT standard See Connecting to a DMX512 Link for detailed instructions on data cable construction and connection Connecting to a DMXSle Link The Orbital Head System can be controlled with a DMX console on a DMX512 link for real time image manip
18. Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual High End Systems Inc 2006 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 High End Systems WholeHog III Dataflash Intellebeam and LithoPatterns are registered trademarks and Catalyst the Catalyst Logo 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 DLP is trademark of Texas Instruments 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 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual P N 60600261 Version 1 0 April 2006 Contacting High End Systems US and the Americas Sales Department High End Systems Inc 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin TX 78758 USA voice 012 836 2242 fax 012 837 5290 Customer Service High End Systems Inc 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin TX 78758 USA voice 800 890 8989 24 hour fax 512 834 9195 24 hour voice mail 512 837 3063 or 800 890 8989 World Wide Web http www highend com li Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual D
19. a AN maximum overload protection of 20 A The Mirror Head moves under remote control and is designed for use by proficient technicians in a professional environment Caution Do not power on the fixture until verifying that the line cord cap is suitable for the power source in your location Keep hands free from the Mirror Head when powering up the system to avoid a pinching hazard as the Mirror Head begins to move during automatic homing Before Applying Power e Manually rotate the Mirror Head checking that it can move freely on both axes without hitting the projector or any rigging hardware e Ensure that all cables set pieces etc are clear of the equipment e Keep all clothing and body parts clear of the equipment e Ensure that the equipment may not be accessed by the public or unqualified persons Applying Power the system to avoid a pinching hazard as the Mirror Head Caution Keep hands free from the Mirror Head when powering up l N begins to move during automatic homing 14 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration To apply power connect the appropriate Power Hub line cord into your power source For more information on attaching a linecord see Installing Power Cord Caps on page 7 Once connected to power the Orbital Head will initialize home During this process both mirrors on the Mirror Head rotate to locate end stops and verify that the fixture is operating c
20. cifications Physical Specifications Mirror Head Dimensions 349mm x 369mm x 686mm 13 7in x 14 5in x 27in Weight 12 7kg 28lbs 348 6mm 13 7in 0 Li mm 3in v 15 8mm 62in 3 369 4mm 14 5in 3 292 2mm 11 5in gt 299 7 mm lt 11 8in gt 97mm 121 4mm 3 8in 4 8in 285 2mm 685 8mm 11 2in 27 in 400 6mm 15 8in 289 9m ein 11 4in a jE 5mm Ka 2496mm 3 9 8in 81 3mm a 14 3in gt lt 249 6mm 9 8in Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 3 CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Power Hub Dimensions 276mm x 301mm x 120mm 10 9in x 11 8in x 4 7in Weight 2 3kg 5lbs 52mm 150mm 2 1 in 119mm 4 7 in a 15 5mm 6 in 300 7 mm 11 8 in Dimensions including casters 1150mm x 622mm x 660mm 45in x 24 5in x 26in Roadcase Weight with components loaded 71 7kg 158lbs Projector Lens Options Christie Digital Roadster S 12K or S16K with one of the following lens options Christie Part Description 38 809091 01 2 5 4 5 1 Zoom Lens When used with the SXGA products this lens has a 2 5 4 5 1 throw ratio If used with the DW3K or DWE6K the lens will provide a 2 8 5 0 1 throw ratio 38 809092 01 4 5 7 3 1 Zoom Lens When used with the SXGA products t
21. d System may ship 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 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 7 CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration 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 e blue neutral e brown line AN 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 coloured markings identifying the terminals in the fixture s plug Therefore install a line cord cap in accordance with the following code e The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the plug terminal 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
22. d on all the fixture parameters sequentially or individual parameters 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 Use the left and right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the TEST OPTIONS MENU and press the Enter button to select The menu displays CHASSIS 3 Press the Enter button to select 4 Scroll between MIRROR 1 and MIRROR 2 Press the Enter button to select The fixture begins running the selected self test Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 25 CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance Information Menu The Information menu displays current fixture information such as sensor status total fixture hours hardware and software versions DMX errors and DMX data for any device on the link Fixture hours resets are also executed in the Information Menu Channels Needed Use this option to view the number of channels required channel range for the fixture s specific configuration The Orbital Head System requires 12 channels on a DMX link Display rrors 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 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 an
23. d right arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to the DISPLAY ERRORS menu option and press the Enter button to select 4 Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to view the list of current errors DMX Values Menu Use this menu option to view current DMX value settings by channel or by parameters A Orbital Head System utilizes 12 channels on a DMX 512 link Each DMX value is from 0 255 When viewing DMX value settings by Channel the Orbital Head System 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 DMX value settings by the Parameters the menu displays one parameter with the DMX value below it per screen Parameters will change for different module configurations 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 DMX VALUES MENU and press the Enter button to select 4 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 channe
24. e right The center button navigates through the current level of menu options Left and Right and values available for the current option Up and Down Alpha numeric display Menu system buttons Use left and right arrows to move Use up and down arrows to select through the current from available value or setting options menu level options _ a Use the Menu button on the left Use the Enter button on the when viewing the display to unlock right when viewing the display the menu and move back to the pre to select the currently displayed 4 way Navigation button vious menu level menu value or option Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 17 CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance Navigational Basics 1 Unlock the Menu system by pressing the Menu y 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 button to select The new option will not be stored unless the Enter button is pressed 4 If there is another level of menu choices repeat Steps 2 and 3 5 At the option or setting menu level use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button w 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
25. ean 23 ege ee 23 T S ODEIONS EE 24 Copying the BEL Code unid iia 24 AAPP IR ee 24 Ser Test EIERE eege 25 viii Roadster Orbital Head User Manual Informatiom Mer rr na 26 Channels Needed silicati 26 Dice chs EE 26 DNX Valles Mel ss ed nana 26 FREUE e Let 27 FREUE MOUS Reset aussi ee raid ta 27 Module Version Menu NENNEN 27 Next DMX Channel NENNEN ENEE 27 Sen or Status Men errar acaricia 27 Unique Number ila Ka re et d aq i a licae 28 SO Were Y SESION MITT T EP 28 Power HUD Maintenance ans 29 Replacing the Power Hub FUSE nes a ea 29 Replacement Parse sail 29 Cleaning the MITOS erinnere ei seen 29 DMX Programming na cas 31 DMX Programming Terminology ser 31 DMX Fal dile EOS APARATO need EE Ed iena 31 Roadster Orbital Head Positioning sinus 31 FOCUS e S 31 ZOOM 31 viU A m 31 MSpeed Motor Speed un PR NS Ud EY PU ia 32 CONTO used T T II TIT 33 DMX Protocol Table EE 34 MSpeed Conversion Table nenn nennen nne nenn 37 Safety Information anna 39 Appendice B Importantes Informations Sur La S curit seen 40 Anhang B Wichtige Hinweise F r Ihre Sicherheit NEEN eese 41 Ap ndice B Informaci n Importante De Seguridad 42 Appendice B Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza
26. ecker entsprechend dem folgenden Code anzubringen e Braun Unter Spannung stehend e Blau Neutral e Gr n Gelb Erde Vor dem Austauschen von Lampen oder vor Wartungsarbeiten stets den Netzstecker ziehen Diese Ger te sind nur zum Einbau in trockenen Lagen bestimmt und m ssen vor Regen und Feuchtigkeit gesch tzt werden Servicearbeiten sollten nur von Fachpersonal ausgef hrt werden Das Ger t enthalt keine wartungsbed rftigen Teile Dieses Ger t geh rt zur Klasse I Dieses Ger t muB geerdet werden Roadster Orbital Head User Manual 41 CHAPTER B Safety Information Ap ndice B Informaci n Importante De Seguridad Advertencia Para Protecci n Continua Contra Incendios 1 Este equipo debe conectarse a un circuito que tenga una protecci n maxima contra una sobrecargas de 20 A Advertencia Para La Protecci n Continua Contra Electrocuciones 1 Si se recibid este equipo sin el conector de alimentacion monte usted el conector correcto segun ia clave siguente e moreno vivo e azul neutral e verde amarillo tierra Desconecte el suministro de energia antes de cambiar lamparas o prestar servicio de reparacion Este equipo esta disenado para usarce en lugares secos no lo exponga a la lluvia o humedad Derive el servicio de reparaci n de este equipo al personal calificado El interior no contiene repuestos que puedan ser reparados por el usuario Equipo de Clase I
27. eclaration of Conformity according to ISO IEC Guide 22 and EN45104 Manufacturer s name High End Systems Distributor s name High End Systems Distributor s address 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin TX 78758 USA Declares that the product Product Name Roadster Orbital Head System Product Number All Product Options All Conforms to the following EEC directives 73 23 EEC as amended by 93 68 EEC 89 336 EEC as amended by 92 31 EEC and 93 68 EEC Equipment referred to in this declaration of conformity was first manufactured in compliance with the following standards in 2002 Orbital Head and Power Supply EMC EN55022 1998 Class A EN61000 3 2 Class A EN61000 3 3 Class A EN50024 1998 EN61000 4 2 Level 3 Class 2 EN61000 4 3 Level 2 EN61000 4 4 Level 2 EN61000 4 5 Level 3 EN61000 4 6 Level 2 EN61000 4 11 Power Supply Safety EN60950 2000 I the undersigned hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directives and Standards Ken Hansen Nutt dana 22 May 2003 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual lii 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 co
28. ed when menu is MENU locked Allows mirror to take the shortest path MIRROR 2 QUICK PATH to the selected position Disables the Quick Path feature PROTOCOL MODE STANDARD Factory default setting FIXTURE NO Safe setting CROSSLOAD MODE MENU FIRMWARE YES Uploads Catalyst software to all other Catalyst fixtures on the link Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 19 CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance V enters exits Menu System and moves up levels scrolls between values lt gt moves between items on same level 4 selects 4 selects HOME FIXTURE Homes the Mirror Head LAMP STATE Tests projector lamp function Safe position no action when COPY BOOT selected YES o Copies boot code to fixture MIRROR 1 Performs and displays all self test oe N CHASSIS functions sequentially in the format MIRROR 2 2 EM e DMXHHHE DISPLAY TEST a DI Jee the display function CODE MENU CODE MENU MIRROR 1 ENCODER SENSOR STATUS HH MENU MIRROR 2 ENCODER m HHHHHH Displays absolute position of Mirror 2 UNIQUE NUMBER Displays fixture s unique 10 character HHHHHHHHHH number Displays current values for Channels 4 HH HHH H 001 512 and 6 DMX values screen Displays absolute position of Mirror 1 DMX VALUES BY CHANNEL The number at the beginning of each MENU line indicates the first channel with a value displayed on that line FIXTURE HOURS Displays fixture operation time in hours minutes Default safe
29. etup and Configuration 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 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 Caution Do not connect anything to the ground lug on the XLR Grounding lug inside XLR shell O Positive cable shield Positive data true Common Negative n true cable shield data complement egauve Negative dat t Negative BER a complement data complement data complement Positive ta t data mue data true Male XLR Connector Female XLR Connector XLR 5 pin connector cable Constructing a Terminator Install a 120 ohm 1 4 watt minimum terminator in the fixture s Data Out female cable connector in the ast 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 Accessories on page 2 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 3 3 Reassemble the XLR connector
30. fixture must only be serviced by qualified personnel The following information is intended to assist qualified personnel only Replace fuses with the specified type and rating only To replace a fuse 1 Disconnect power to the power supply hub 2 Remove the three screws on the back of the power supply hub and lift the cover 3 Locate the fuse on the bridge over the power supply 4 Replace the Power supply fuse with the following Fuse Type and Rating Manufacturer High End Systems p n 2 5A 250V Slow Blow Littelfuse 215 02 5 90403027 Replacement Parts The Orbital Head System has no user serviceable parts To return it for servicing call your High End Systems dealer distributor for a Return Material Authorization RMA number High End Systems cannot accept any goods shipped without an RMA number For more information see Warranty Information on page v Cleaning the Mirrors If the mirrors become dirty clean them using a mild glass cleaner containing no ammonia and a soft lint free cotton cloth Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 29 CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance 30 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual Chapter 4 DMX Programming DMX Programming Terminology 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 t
31. he fixture s parameters according to that fixture s DMX protocol A cue sometimes referred to as a scene or look depending on the controller used is one set of attribute options Combining cues into sequences assigning times and synchronizing fixtures on a link are the basics of show creation Using a DMX controller a designer can control all the fixtures on a link programming an unlimited number of sequences and their associated timing DMX Parameters Roadster Orbital Head Positioning The Mirrori and Mirror 2 parameters each use two channels for for 16 bit control of the Orbital Head s movement direction and speed The Orbital Head positions the projected image by independently moving the inner and outer mirrors on the Mirror Head The inner mirror Mirror 1 maps to Pan on DMX control consoles and can move from 0 270 The outer mirror Mirror 2 maps to Tilt on DMX controllers and has a range of 0 360 Focus The Focus parameter uses two DMX channels to control the projector focus with 16 bit accuracy Zoom The Zoom parameter uses two DMX channels to control the motion of the projector s zoom lens with 16 bit accuracy Shutter The Shutter parameter uses one DMX channel to control the projector shutter A DMX value lt 24 closes the shutter A DMX value gt 231 opens the shutter CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming MSpeed Motor Speed The MSpeed parameter controls the time required for a motor to complete movement w
32. he fixture s specific configuration The value displayed uses the formula current Start channel channels needed for this fixture 1 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 MIRROR 1 ENCODER or MIRROR 2 ENCODER value Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 27 CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance Unique Number Each Orbital Head System 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 Software Version This option display s the fixture s CPU board Software version The version number is composed of V Major Minor Build 28 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance Power Hub Maintenance Replacing the Power Hub Fuse Disconnect power before servicing Warning AN This
33. hen changing from one position to another from the longest DMX value 0 to the shortest DMX value 65535 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 provides a balance between quick response and smooth motion with some lag 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 cue An MSpeed value that is longer than the delay value can be used to smoothly change directions or in creating circles or ballyhoos It could also produce an undesirable result for example no light output during the scene For a listing of exact MSpeed times see MSpeed Conversion Table on page 37 Note The MSpeed option applies to Mirror Head movement speed Mirror head speed can also be varied using XFADE time on most DMX consoles If a DMX controller cannot perform a smooth 16 bit XFADE an MSpeed between 95 99 may greatly improve smoothness 32 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming Control Function The Control parameter provides access to a number of Power Hub and Projector commands f
34. his lens has a 4 5 7 3 1 throw ratio If used with the DW3K or DWE6K the lens will provide a 5 0 8 0 1 throw ratio 4 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Electrical Specifications The following electrical specifications apply to the Power Hub component of the Roadster Orbital Movement System Ai wenns Class I equipment This equipment must be earthed Universal Input from 100 230 VAC 50 60Hz Rated power 100 W Fuse Power supply output fuse 2 5A 250V slow blow only nvironmental Specifications Maximum ambient temperature Ta 40 C IP Rating IP 20 Cable and Connector Specifications DMX and Modual Link Cables Belden 9841 or equivalent meets specifications for EIA RS 485 applications with the following characteristics e 4 conductor two twisted pairs plus a shield e Maximum capacitance between conductors 30 pF ft e Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield 55 pF ft e Maximum resistance 20 Ohm 100 ft e Nominal impedance 100 140 Ohm Connectors Two 5 pin male and female XLR connectors e Pin 1 Ground e Pin 2 Data e Pin 3 Data e Pin 4 Secondary data e Pin 5 Secondary data Terminator 5 pin male XLR connector with a 120 Ohm terminating resistor fitted between pins 2 and 3 Power Hub to Christie Digital Projector Connection Cable DB9 M F RS 232 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 5 CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Mirror Head to
35. ital Head System systems on the link When the crossload has finished successfully CROSSLOADING COMPLETE will appear briefly in the display of the crossloading fixture 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 34 24 Protocol Mode This option sets the Protocol to be followed in assigning Start Channels and programming parameters STANDARD protocol is the default Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 23 CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance Test Options Menu The TEST OPTIONS MENU manually homes the fixture performs fixture self tests and stores new boot code information Performing fixture self tests may help identify mechanical problems in the fixture Copying the Boot Code When new software is uploaded to a Orbital Head System it may contain a new boot code which must be copied to each fixture This is apparent if the fixture displays a BOOTDIFF error 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 2 Using the left and right arrows on the Navigation button scroll to the TEST OPTIONS ME
36. l number corresponding to the first value in that line 26 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance 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 Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to YES Press and hold the Enter button down for 5 seconds to select Module Version Menu This option display s the hardware and software version number for each logic board in the fixture as a troubleshooting method for checking communication with the different boards inthe fixture Displays NOT AVAILABLE if a board does not exit in that position Note Due to programming functionality the Display option always displays NOT AVAILABLE even though communication with the board is active whenever you can view the display Next DMX Channel Use this option to view the next available DMX start channel on the link following this fixture and is based on t
37. nd fixtures on the link These devices will block communication with any other Studio Command fixtures on the link Setting a DMX Start Channel A lighting console uses a start channel to identify the range of channels on a DMX link associated with a particular fixture A standard DMX512 link has 512 available channels to divide among a the devices on the link The start channel is the first channel in a designated fixture s channel range A fixture must have a unique channel range to respond independently to controller commands To determine a valid start channel for a fixture first identify the channel range the number of consecutive channels a fixture requires of every fixture on the link Each Orbital Head System requires a block of 12 consecutive channels on a 512 Channel DMX link Set the start channel using the Power Hub s onboard menu system Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 15 CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration To set the DMX start channel on the Power Hub 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 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 Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to select a new DMX start channel if necessary The display will flash a ne
38. nform 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 beeintrachtigen und unter Umstanden gegen die diesbez glichen Sicherheitsnormen verstoBen 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 disefiados 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 en
39. odate the bracket Slide the bracket over the projector Insert the three provided spacers D between the bracket and the projector Reinstall the three hex bolts and washers B through the spacers If you are not using the lifter eyes on the projector for truss mounting install the optional M12 x 35mm hex bolt lock washer and flat washer F provided to secure the bracket to the projector Mounting the Power Hub Attach one or two cheeseborough clamps to the mounting bracket for mounting on any standard truss Use safety cable to secure the Power Hub to an independent support Note The Power Hub must be located within two meters of the projector head for correct performance Locking washer 10 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 2 Setup and Configuration Connecting the System to Power 200 230 VAC ROADSTER S 16K ORBITAL HEAD to Catalyst DVI CABLE Media Server 4 PIN DMX CABLE 319V9 XW Nid S from DMX console or previous fixture on the DMX link Power Hub Connections Power Hub connections include e EC320 100 130V Power in e RS 232 to Christie Roadster projector e 4 Pin XLR female Power Data to Orbital Head IEC320 receptacle e 5 Pin XLR male DMX data in e 5 Pin XLR female DMX data out through RS 232 to Projector Data out to next fixture 5 PIN DMX CABLE fo next fixture on DMX link 4 pin XL
40. on operating the fixture with a controller or control device such as DMX control software consult controller documentation A video wall LED panel or other video display may be required for a specific application The Roadster Orbital Movement System customized roadcase is available separately as part number 56010001 Orbital Movement System features e USITT DMX512 compatible control e High resolution stepper motors 180 000 steps per revolution to provide smooth 16 bit DMX movement control e Quick Path feature to allow faster position changes in Mirror 2 movement e Mounting hardware to allow mounting to a Christie S 12K or S 16K projector e Universal variable 100 230V power input e On board menu system with dot matrix display e RS 232 connection for projector control Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Accessories The following table lists accessories available for the Roadster Orbital Movement System from your High End dealer distributor For more information contact your High End Systems dealer distributor or see Contacting High End Systems on page ii Part Description Part Number Additional Power Hub for Roadster Orbital Movement System Catalyst Interface Box Catalyst Outer Mirror Catalyst Inner Mirror Digital Media Server LCD Monitor Galvanized safety cable Cheeseborough clamp 2 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Spe
41. orrectly Verifying Uploading Catalyst Softuiare Check the Power Hub 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 the Roadster Orbital Head system is available in the support section of the High End Systems web site www highend com support There are two ways to upload new software to the Roadster Orbital Head system 1 Attach a High End Systems Upload Dongle to your computer and upload the software to your Roadster Orbital Head system using WinUpload software WinUpload software requires a computer running Microsoft Windows 95 98 ME XP or 2000 operating system To Install the WinUpload Software create a WinUpload folder on your hard drive Download the Upload Module from www highend com support page for your product and copy the WinUpload exe and inpout32 dll files into the folder on your hard drive 2 Crossload software from one fixture that contains the new software to all other Roadster Orbital Head systems on the link see Crossloading Fixture Software XLD on page 33 Note Before you can upload new software you must 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 the Studio Comma
42. rom the control desk Parameter DMX Value DMX Value Control Option Description Fiir Gai 09 Safe Disables all Control Disables all Control settings for normal operation for normal operation Cia an Toun e I 35 erte TE Remotely turns on the projector s SC lens system on and allows focus and zoom control via RS 232 ILS off ILS On is the projector s initial default Use this option when the ILS gets inadvertently turned off or if the projector is replaced Shuts down the fixture The lamp is off power to the Shutdown motors is disabled and the display reads SHUTDOWN Homing the fixture brings it back into operation 141 150 Horizontal offset right These options are live so that the shutter can be open and Horizontal offset stop YOu can center the image on the mirror The commands work like a remote control Issue a left command and the 161 170 Horizontal offset left ens moves left until a stop is issued or the lens reaches 171 180 Vertical offset up the end of travel Likewise with up down and right These commands are best written as presets that can 181 190 Vertical offset stop issued once rather then live dimming or scrolling from 191 200 Vertical offset down command to command Hoadster Orbital Head System User Manual 33 CHAPTER 4 DMX Programming DMX Protocol Table The Roadster Orbital Head System is patched by a DMX controller as an individual fixture on a DMX link and requires a
43. se the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to select a new DMX start channel if necessary The display will flash a new option ready for selection Note The last valid Start channel for a fixture is based on the channel range required by fixture s module configuration The last valid Start channel for the Orbital Head System 507 512 6 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 Set Parameters Menu The Set Parameters menu sets all factory options to their default settings or changes the factory options individually 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 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 the DISPLAY LEVEL 4 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 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual 21 CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance Factory Default Settings The Orbital Head System system ships with the following factory default settings
44. setting FIXTURE HOURS RESET Press Enter for 5 seconds to reset INFORMATION SERIE fixture hours to 0 MENU VERSION V HH HH HHH Major Minor Build MIRROR 1 HW SW Displays the Hardware and Software MIRROR 2 versions for each logic board in the MODULE HW SW fixture Displays NOT AVAILABLE ifa VERSION MENU RS232 INTERFACE board does not exist in that position HW SW DISPLAY Fixture is communicating with the NOT AVAILABLE board if you are viewing the display ERRORS XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Scrolls through errors displayed in 2 MENU XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX line 16 character format CHANNELS HH Displays channel range for current NEEDED Mirror Head configuration NEXT DMX HH Current start channel channels CHANNEL needed 1 20 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual DISPLAY CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance 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 a DMX Start Channel To set the DMX start channel on the Power Hub 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 zz The display will show the start channel currently assigned to the fixture 2 U
45. ton to store the option 22 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 3 Operation and Maintenance Fixture Mode Menu The Mode menu sets the module and protocol configuration and crossloads software from one fixture to other Orbital Head System systems on the link Crossloading Fixture Software A fixture running a newer software version can load the new software to all other Orbital Head Systems on the link using the CROSSLOAD FIRMWARE menu option To CROSSLOAD FIRMWARE from one fixture to all Orbital Head System systems 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 Orbital Head System systems on the link 2 On the 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 Use the 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 Orb
46. ulation and positioning The Orbital Head System can also operate without the server as a standalone fixture on a DMX link to position projector output utilizing the moving Orbital Head Required 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 Accessories on page 2 or constructed according to the following specifications 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 e Two twisted pairs 4 conductors plus a shield e Maximum capacitance between conductors 15 pF ft e Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield 55 pF ft e Maximum resistance 20 1000 ft e Nominal impedance 120 2 Cable Connectors The Power Hub 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 12 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual CHAPTER 2 S
47. urned 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 2105 Gracy Farms 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 circum stances 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 MAKES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT AND HIGH END SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE HIGH END SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE INCLUDING LOST PROFITS SUSTAINED OR INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCT OR CAUSED BY PRODUCT DEFECTS OR THE PARTIAL OR TOTAL FAILURE OF
48. vironment 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 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual Important Safety Information Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire electric shock and injury to persons are found in Appendix A Please read all instructions prior to assembling mounting and operating this equipment Important Informations De S curit Les instructions se rapportant a la protection permanente contre les incendies l lectrocution excessif et aux blessures corporelles se trouvent dans l Annexe A Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d assembler de monter ou d utiliser cet quipement Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Sicherheitsanleitungen zum Schutz gegen Feuer elektrischen Schlag und Verletzung von Personen finden Sie in Anhang A Vor der Montage dem Zusammenbau und der Intbetriebnahme dieses Ger ts alle Anleitungen sorgfaltig durchlesen Informazioni Importanti Di Sicurezza Le istruzioni sulla protezione da incendi folgorazione e infortuni sono contenute nell appendice A Si prega di leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare montare e azionare l
49. w option ready for selection Note The last valid Start channel for a fixture on a DMX link is based on the channel range required by fixture s module configuration The last valid Start channel for the Orbital Head System 501 512 12 1 Press the Enter button to accept the new DMX start channel Note If the Enter button is not pressed the old value will remain selected after exiting the menu For more information on navigating the menu system see The Power Hub Menu Display on page 17 16 Roadster Orbital Head System User Manual Chapter 3 Operation and Maintenance This chapter discusses the onboard menu system for the Orbital Head System For more information on operating the fixture with a controller consult the controller documentation The Power Hub has an on board menu system allows you to e Set a start channel e Enable and disable default parameter settings e View protocol type e Crossload firmware e Home the Mirror Head e Test movement and sensor functions e View current DMX values for all parameters e View fixture number software version errors channels needed and next available DMX channel e Strike and douse the projector lamp The Power Hub Menu Display The front panel on the Power Hub component has a dot matrix display and six arrows on buttons that control navigation for the on board menu system The buttons are configured with the Menu button on the left and the Enter button on th
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