VOLT Q5E SIX PACK User Manual ver 2
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1. C This warranty is void if the product serial number and or labels are altered or removed if the product is modified in any manner which Elation Professional concludes after inspection affects the reliability of the product if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the Elation Professional factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by Elation Professional if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the product instructions guidelines and or user manual D This is not a service contract and this warranty does not include any maintenance cleaning or periodic check up During the periods as specified above Elation Professiondl will replace defective parts at its expense and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects in material or workmanship The sole responsibility of Elation Professional under this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product or replacement thereof including parts at the sole discretion of Elation Professional All products covered by this warranty were manufactured after January 1 1990 and bare identifying marks to that effect E Elation Professional reserves the right to make changes in design and or performance improvements upon its products without any obligation to include these changes in any products theretofore manufactured F No warranty whether expressed or implied is2. This could cause serious damage fo the controller SETTING UP THE EWDMX SYSTEM Follow the instructions included with the Elation EWDMX Transmitter and connect it to the output of your DMX controller To sync your fixture with the Elation EWDMX Transmitter follow the steps below e Initially the EWDMX indicator on the fixture should be solid RED e Press and hold the configuration button on your EWDMX Transmitter for about 3 seconds The RED GREEN LED indicators on the EWDMX Transmitter and the fixture should then begin to flash rapidly for 5 10 seconds while the two systems pair e Once the fixture is paired with the EWDMX Transmitter T1 the EWDMX status indicators on the both the fixture and the EWDMX Transmitter will stop flashing and glow solid GREEN If paring is unsuccessful repeat the process until paring is secured e The fixture will store the pairing information inside a nondestructive memory bank once a link is created between the fixture and an EWDMX Transmitter The fixture will remember the paired EWDMX Transmitter even if the fixture is turned OFF for extended periods of time 26 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com CLEARING EWDMX TRANSMITTER LINK e Access the fixture s main menu and toggle to the PERSNAL menu then access the WDMX sub menu and select CIIWDMX to clear any existing link between the fixture and a EWDMX Transmitter The EWDMX indictor on the fixture will turn solid
3. 00pm PST Voice 323 582 3322 Fax 323 832 9142 E mail support elationlighting com ELATION SERVICE EUROPE Monday Friday 08 30 to 17 00 CET Voice 31 45 546 85 30 Fax 31 45 546 85 96 E mail support elationlighting eu 5 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com WARRANTY REGISTRATION Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase All returned service items whether under warranty or not must be freight pre paid and accompany a return authorization R A number The R A number must be clearly written on the outside of the return package A brief description of the problem as well as the R A number must also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping container If the unit is under warranty you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice Items returned without a R A number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be refused and returned at customer s expense You may obtain a R A number by contacting customer support at 323 582 3322 23 IMPORTANT NOTICE There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit Do not attempt any repairs yourself doing so will void your manufactures warranty Damages resulting from modifications to this fixture and or the disregard of safety and general user instructions found in this user manual void the manufactures warranty and are not subject to any warranty claims and or repairs 6 VOLT Q5E User
4. given or made with respect to any accessory supplied with the products described above Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law all implied warranties made by Elation Professional in connection with this product including warranties of merchantability or fitness are limited in duration to the warranty periods set forth above And no warranties whether expressed or implied including warranties of merchantability or fitness shall apply to this product after said periods have expired The consumer s and or dealer s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly provided above and under no circumstances shall Elation Professional be liable for any loss and or damage direct and or consequential arising out of the use of and or the inability to use this product G This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to Elation Professional amp products and supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore published VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 ETATION www elationlighting com SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The VOLT 5E is an extremely sophisticated piece of electronic equipment To guarantee a smooth operation it is important to follow the guidelines in this manual The manufacturer of this device will not accept responsibility for damages resulting from the misuse of this fixture due to the disregard of the information printed in this manual This device falls
5. scenes 10 11 12 amp 13 Prog 4 includes scenes 8 9 amp 10 Prog 6 includes scenes 12 13 14 amp 15 ProPartl is Prog 2 ProPart2 is Prog 3 ProPart3 is Prog 6 The 3 Slave groups run the Auto Program in certain time segments as shown in the following picture Part 1 CITE Part 2 wes sama sami samo Part 3 25 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com INTERNAL WIRELESS DMX RECIEVER EWDM X The VOLT Q5E is equipped with an internal Elation Wireless DMX Receiver which is fully compatible with an Elation Wireless DMX System WORKING WITH THE INTERNAL WIRELESS DMX EWDMX System Access the WDMX sub menu from the PERSNAL menu The WDMX sub menu allows you to ACtWDMX turn ON the system AcDaOut turn ON the system and send DMX data OUT fo the wired output port WDMXOff turn OFF the system or CIIWDMX CLEAR the EWDMX system When the EWDMX system is in the ActWDMX mode the internal DMX IN XLR jacks are turned OFF However the internal DMX OUT XLR jacks will function normally If the fixture is powered ON with the internal EWDMX system ActWDMX it will automatically scan for a wireless DMX signal from an Elation Wireless DMX Transmitter If NO wireless signal is received it will switch to the wired DMX mode WARNING NEVER connect a fixture to a controller via a DMX cable when the EWDMX system is in use
6. spare parts please order genuine parts from your local Elation dealer Please refer to the following points during routine inspections e A detailed electric check by an approved electrical engineer every 3 months to make sure the circuit contacts are in good condition and prevent overheating e Be sure all screws and fasteners are securely tightened at all times Lose screws may fall out during normal operation resulting in damage or injury e Check for any deformations on the housing color lenses rigging hardware and rigging points ceiling suspension trussing Deformations in the housing could allow for dust to enter into the fixture Damaged rigging points or unsecured rigging could cause the fixture to fall and seriously injure a person s e Inspect all moving parts and make sure there are no signs of wear and rotate move without imbalances e Electric power supply cables must not show any damage material fatigue or sediments Never remove the ground prong from the power cable 30 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 Et ATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FEATURES IP65 Rated 9 Beam and 17 Field Angles 180 Manual LED Head Positioning Variable Color Correction 2 700K 7 200K Internal Wireless EWDMX Receiver Rechargeable Lithium lon Battery Flicker Free Operation for TV and FILM Rugged Die Cast Aluminum Exterior Rubber Padded Base and Retractable Carrying Handle SOURCE 5 10W QUAD Color RGBW LEDs 100 000 Hour
7. 0 o After setting Channel 3 to the desired DMX address value wait for approximately 20 seconds for the fixture to complete the address reset function NoDMXSta Define how fixture operates if NO DMX signal is detected Disp Set Off Time Define minutes before the LCD Menu display will automatically shut OFF Key Lock When ON Control Panel buttons lock automatically after exiting main menu for 15 seconds To unlock keep MODE ESC button pressed for 3 seconds Temp C F Define how fixture displays internal temperature Celsius or Fahrenheit 21 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com Man Hold WDMX Control the functionality of the internal wireless WDMX receiver ResetDef When ON all factory settings are restored MancCnitrl MancCnirl select and manually test and fine adjust each individual channel function Independently from DMX control board This function will cancel all effects open the shutter and the dimmer is set to 100 With the individual functions you can focus the light on a flat surface wall and perform fine adjustments Mode Set UserMode select operating mode which includes DMX Channel and User defined modes EditProg Sel Prog select one of the 10 user defined internal Auto Programs EditProg Edit any of the 10 user defined internal Auto Programs EditScen Edit any of the scenes of the internal Auto Programs RecCntrl The fixture features an integrated DMX rec
8. 9 80 87 88 95 96 103 104 111 112 119 120 127 128 135 136 143 144 151 152 159 160 167 168 175 176 183 184 19 192 199 200 207 208 215 216 223 224 23 232 239 240 247 248 255 Color Macro 5 Color Macro 6 Color Macro 7 Color Macro 8 Color Macro 9 Color Macro 10 Color Macro 11 Color Macro 12 Color Macro 13 Color Macro 14 Color Macro 15 Color Macro 16 Color Macro 17 Color Macro 18 Color Macro 19 Color Macro 20 Color Macro 21 Color Macro 22 Color Macro 23 Color Macro 24 Color Macro 25 Color Macro 26 Color Macro 27 Color Macro 28 Color Macro 29 Color Macro 30 Color Macro 31 Color Macro 32 NO Co lt O r l O Or m lt N D lt Q 5 a Q lt D N ETATION www elationlighting com O NOM LO RH AN DMX Channel Values Functions VERSION 2 12 DMX Channels Drove Diels 2 6 2015 Soft Ver gt 1 0 3 Specifications are subject to change without any prior written notice MODE CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION 4 CH 11 CH 12 CH COLOR CHASE MACROS NO Function Chase Moco 1 Chase Macro 2 Chase Macro 3 Chase Macro 4 Chase Macro 5 Chase Macro 6 Chase Macro 7 1 30 31 60 61 90 91 120 121 150 151 180 181 210 Chase Macro 8 SHUTTER STROBE LEDs OFF LEDs ON NO STROBE STROBE Effect SLOW to FAST LEDs ON NO STROBE STROBE Pulse Effect In Sequences LEDs ON NO STROBE Random STROBE Effect SLOW to FAST LEDs ON NO STROBE DIMMER INTENSITY CHASE MAC
9. 9 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 FIXTURE OVERVIEW z r 5 A r Cob NXNI V YS www elationlighting com 10 11 12 13 14 LED Lens LCD Menu Display MODE ESC Button UP Button DOWN Button ENTER Button Charge Indicator Wireless DMX Indicator Power Switch Power IN DMX IN DMX OUT Wireless DMX Antenna Carrying Handle VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com BATTERY CHARGING The VOLT 5E internal rechargable Lithium lon battery provides up to 7 hours of operation at FULL ON 1009e intensity IEY Please note battery life will vary depending on fixture usage and settings install location temperature and number of charge cycles CHARGE TIME Units must be placed in charging road case for a period of 8 hours to fully charge the batteries RECHARGING AFTER USE Connect the unit to the charger when the battery level reaches approximately 20 To check the battery life level access the Battlnfo menu on unit LCD menu display 1 Power Indicator 2 Status Indicator RED Charge Status GREEN Charge Complete 1 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com FIXTURE INSTALLATION FLAMMABLE MATERIAL WARNING Keep fixture at least 5 0 ff 1 5m away from any flammable materials decorations pyrotechnics etc ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS A qualified electrician should be used for all electrical connections and or install
10. Average Life EFFECTS Variable Color Correction 2 700K 7 200K Magnetic Frost Filter Gel Frame Electronic Strobe and Dimming Variable Dimming Curves Multiole Color and Chase Macros CONTROL CONNECTIONS 4 DMX Channel Modes 4 5 11 12 Internal Wireless EWDMX Receiver 4 Button Control Panel LCD Menu Display 3pin IP DMX In Out 2pin IP Power Charger In VOLT Q5E SIZE WEIGHT single unit Length 11 4 290mm Width 9 9 252mm Vertical Height 11 4 289mm Weight 17 0 lbs 7 7 kg VOLT Q5 ROAD CASE SIZE WEIGHT loaded with 6 units Length 44 0 1118mm Width 22 0 560mm Vertical Height 21 6 548mm Loaded Weight 240 0 Ibs 109 kg ELECTRICAL THERMAL 65W Max Power Consumption each unit 14 F to 113 F 10 C to 45 C www elationlighting com Please Note Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice 3 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com PHOTOMETRIC DATA m ft m ft m ft Distance 1 3 3 2 6 6 9 Beam Diameter 0117 06 034 T1 17 Field Diameter O31 10 062 20 Photometrics lux fc lux fc RED LEDs 8 100 87 gao 11488 135 1880 154 22 20 WHITE Leos 20 790 1 931 2230 205 ru on 3850 3572 10 320 4710 Please Note Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change witho
11. ELATION VOLT QSE SIX PACK user manua PROFESSIONAL VOLT Q5E SIX PACK TM User manual ELATION www elationlighting com 2015 ELATION PROFESSIONAL all rights reserved Information specifications diagrams images and instructions herein are subject to change without notice ELATION PROFESSIONAL logo and identifying product names and numbers herein are trademarks of ELATION PROFESSIONAL Copyright protection claimed includes all forms and matters of copyrightable materials and information now allowed by statutory or judicial law or hereinafter granted Product names used in this document may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged All non ELATION brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies ELATION PROFESSIONAL and all affiliated companies hereby disclaim any and all liabilities for property equipment building and electrical damages injuries to any persons and direct or indirect economic loss associated with the use or reliance of any information contained within this document and or as a result of the improper unsafe insufficient and negligent assembly installation rigging and operation of this product Elation Professional USA 6122 S Eastern Ave Los Angeles CA 90040 323 582 3322 323 832 9142 fax www elationlighting com info elationlighting com Elation Professional B V Junostraat 2 6468
12. EW Kerkrade Netherlands 31 45 546 85 66 31 45 546 85 96 fax www elationlighting eu info elationlighting eu DOCUMENT VERSION i Please check www elationlighting com for the latest revision update of this manual D t Soft a ocument sorware Channel Modes Version Version Added DMX channels modes 11 and 12 color 2 2015 2 gt V1 0 3 4 5 11 12 chase macro speed dimming curves and white balance 2 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com CONTENTS n WW N a ina NA Battery Charging MH BU U Fixture Installation Understanding DMX Internal Wireless DMX Receiver Set Up 26 DMX Channel Functions And Values Cleaning and Maintenance 30 Technical Specifications Optional Accessories A 10 1 12 15 18 20 30 3 3 3 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com GENERAL INFORMATION CRC Corrosion Resistant Coating INTRODUCTION Congratulations you have just purchased one of the most innovative and reliable ArtNet to DMX converter on the market today The VOLT 5E has been designed to perform reliably for years when the guidelines in this booklet are followed Please read and understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting to operate this unit These instructions contain important information regarding safety during use and maintenance IP65 RATED An IP rated lighting fixture is o
13. Manual ver 2 ETATION www elationlighting com LIMITED WARRANTY A Elation Professional hereby warrants to the original purchaser Elation Professional amp products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years 730 days and Elation Professional product rechargeable batteries to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of six months 180 days from the original date of purchase This warranty excludes discharge lamps and all product accessories This warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the United States of America including possessions and territories It is the owner s responsibility to establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable evidence at the time service is sought B For warranty service send the product only to the Elation Professional factory All shipping charges must be pre paid If the requested repairs or service including parts replacement are within the terms of this warranty Elation Professional will pay return shipping charges only to a designated point within the United States If any product is sent it must be shipped in its original package and packaging material No accessories should be shipped with the product If any accessories are shioped with the product Elation Professional shall have no liability what so ever for loss and or or damage to any such accessories nor for the safe return thereof
14. RED when the link is severed e You may also clear the link directly from the EWDMX Transmitter First be sure the fixture s is powered ON and then hold down the configuration button on the WDMX Transmitter for as least 5 seconds This will automatically clear the link between the EWDMX Transmitter and any fixture that is powered ON All EWDMX indictors will glow solid RED if the procedure was successful EWDMX INDICATORS RED GREEN Rapid Flashing Syncing to a EWDMX Transmitter RED GREEN Slow Flashing Paired with a EWDMX Transmitter but not receiving a DMX signal from a controller GREEN Solid Paired with a EWDMX Transmitter and receiving DMX data RED Solid Not paired with a EWDMX Transmitter FREE 2 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 ELATIONP www elationlighting com PROFESSIONAL DMX CHANNEL FUNCTIONS AND VALUES ELATION VOLT Q5E DMX Channel Values Functions VERSION 2 12 DMX Channels Drove Diels 2 6 2015 Soft Ver 1 0 3 specifications are subject to change without any prior written notice MODE CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION RED Red O 100 A Green 0 100 BLUE Blue 0 100 WHITE White 0 100 COLOR CORRECTION 0 NO Function 1 2 700K 255 7 200K COLOR MACROS NO Function Color Macro I Color Macro 2 Color Macro 3 Color Macro 4 0 255 255 0 255 0 255 8 15 16 23 24 3 32 39 40 47 48 55 56 63 64 7 72 7
15. RO SPEED 211 255 SPEED Control ONLY when in 12 CH Mode and the iil 0 31 32 03 64 95 96 127 128 159 160 191 192 223 224 255 eee COLOR CHASE MACRO CHANNEL 7 DMX Value is 1 255 BE em ae 0 255 Intensity O to 10096 Speed SLOW to FAST DIMMING MODES SIANDARD STAGE TV ARCHITECTURAL THEATER Default to Unit Setting COLOR ENABLE NO Function Store WHITE BALANCE Enabled COLOR MODE 0 189 NO Function 190 254 EDIT a New WHITE BALANCE Value 255 STORE a New WHITE BALANCE Value 0 20 21 40 41 60 61 80 81 100 101 255 0 189 190 255 29 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE C A U T O N Disconnect power before cleaning or maintenance CLEANING Frequent cleaning is recommended to insure proper function optimized light output and an extended life The frequency of cleaning depends on the environment in which the fixture operates damp smoky or particularly dirty environments can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the fixture s optics e Clean the external lens surface at least every 20 days with a soft cloth to avoid dirt debris accumulation Never use alcohol solvents or ammonia based cleaners MAINTENANCE Regular inspections are recommended to insure proper function and extended life There are no user serviceable parts inside this fixture please refer all other service issues to an authorized Elation service technician Should you need any
16. VER OPEN THIS FIXTURE WHILE IN USE During the initial operation of this fixture a light smoke or smell may emit from the interior of the fixture This is a normal process and is caused by excess paint in the interior of the casing burning off from the heat associated with the lamp and will decrease gradually over time Please make sure there are NO FLAMMABLE MATERIALS close to the fixture while operating to prevent any fire hazard Minimum distance of inflammable materials from the surface 1 6 feet 0 5m DO NOT attempt installation and or operation without knowledge how to do so DO NOT allow operation by persons who are not qualified to operate this type of fixture Most damages are the result of operations by nonprofessionals Consistent operational breaks may ensure the fixture will function properly for many years to come DO NOT shake fixture avoid brute force when installing and or operating fixture Always install the fixture with an appropriate safety cable When installing the fixture in a suspended environment always use mounting hardware that is no less than M10 x 25mm also be sure the hardware is insert in the pre arranged screw holes in the bracket of the fixture Use the original packaging and materials to transport the fixture in for service DO NOT TOUCH the housing bare hand during its operation Turn OFF the power and allow approximately 15 minutes for the fixture to cool down before replacing or serving
17. XLR cable to the female XLR output of your controller and the other side to the male 3pin input of the VOLT Q5E The diagram below illustrates a typical DMX 512 connection when the fixture is in the 9 Channel Extended Mode You can chain multiple panels together through serial linking The data link cable included must be used Always be sure daisy chain your in and out data connections never split or Y your DMX connections pos Ma o NW o i GR Wa ig E vO ona Pm ally FL Uo SN PU UN HS ED EI LAN ARE PAYAL INR DMX512 gt NS 120 Ohms DMX controller l Address 1 Address 10 Address 19 DMX 512 CONNECTION WITH DMX TERMINATOR A DMX terminator should be used in all DMX lines especially in longer runs The use of a terminator may avoid erratic behavior in your DMX line A terminator is a 120 ohm 1 4 watt resistor that is connected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector DATA and DATA This fixture is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last fixture in your daisy chain to terminate the line Using a line terminator will decrease the possibilities of erratic behavior i Termination reduces signal errors and 4 avoids signal transmission problems NN and interference It is always advisable to connect a DMX terminal Resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between PIN 2 DMX P and PIN 3 DMX of the last fixture 16 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting co
18. ales representative for details 4 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com UNPACKING Thank you for purchasing the VOLT Q5E by Elation Professional Every VOLT G5E has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping If the carton appears to be damaged carefully inspect your unit for damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit have arrived intact In the event damage has been found or parts are missing please contact our customer support team for further instructions Please do not return this unit to your dealer without first contacting customer support at the number listed below Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash Please recycle whenever possible BOX CONTENTS 1 VOLT Q5 Charging Road Case powerCON Cable 6 VOLT G5E Fixtures 6 9 8 ft 3M 3pin IP Female to 3pin DMX Male DATA INPUT Cables 6 Magnetic Frost Filters 6 Omega Brackets 6 Safety Cables CUSTOMER SUPPORT Elation Professionale provides a customer support line to provide set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up or initial operation You may also visit us on the web at www elationlighting com for any comments or suggestions For service related issue please contact Elation Professional ELATION SERVICE USA Monday Friday 8 00am to 5
19. ations IS CAUTIONS For added protection mount the fixture in areas outside walking paths seating areas Or in areas were unauthorized personnel might reach the fixture Ambient operating temperature range for this fixture is 14 113 F 10 45 C Do not use the fixture outside above or below this temperature range Before mounting the fixture to any surface make sure the installation area can hold a minimum point load of 10 times the weight of the fixture 170 Ibs 77 kg Fixture installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment such as an appropriate safety cable Never stand directly below the device when mounting removing or servicing 2 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com CLAMP MOUNTING The VOLT 5E provides a unique mounting bracket assembly that integrates the bottom of the base the included Omega Bracket and safety cable rigging point in one unit see the illustration below When mounting this fixture to truss be sure to secure an appropriately rated clamps to the included omega brackets using a M10 screw fitted through the center hole of the Omega Bracket Be sure to attach the included Safety Cable to the fixture using the safety cable rigging point integrated in the base assembly 1 Omega holders 2 Clamp 3 Safety rope 4 Ouick lock fastener gt gt LT al GYT l Dim imi Ben A U SECURING Regardless of the rigging o
20. confirm Select AutoProg e Press ENTER to confirm Select Master or Alone e Press ENTER to confirm Press MODE ESC in order to return to the main menu 23 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com EDIT PROGRAM Record Controller Working With Built In Program continued 3 Program Selection for Auto Pro Part Select EditProg e Press ENTER to confirm Select Sel Prog e Press ENTER to confirm e Select ProPart1 ProPart2 or ProPart3 and select which Slave program is to be sent Selection Prog 1 means that the Slave unit runs the same program as the master units e Press ENTER to confirm Press MODE ESC in order to return to the main menu 4 Program Selection for Edit Program Select EditProg e Press ENTER to confirm Select the desired program With this function you can edit specific scenes into a specific program e Press ENTER to confirm Press MODE ESC in order to return to the main menu 9 Automatic Scene Recording Select EditProg e Press ENTER to confirm Select EditScen Select desired scene numbers A maximum of 250 scenes can be programmed e Press ENTER to confirm e Press MODE ESC in order to return to the main menu 24 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com EDIT PROGRAM Record Controller Working With Built In Program continued Prog 2 includes
21. e without making any adjustments by pressing the MODE ESC button Wireless Indicator ro ITER j INFORMATION DISPLAYED DURING INITIAL POWER ON When the fixture is initially powered ON the display shows the following information Wait man VOLT G5E 18 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 ETATION www elationlighting com ELATION VOLT Q5E SYSTEM MENU specifications and features are subject to change without any prior written notice MAIN MENU SUBMENU OPTIONS VALUES Defaut Settings in BOLD DESCRIPTION eed Timeinto nfo a Temp CF Persnal Man Hold wowor cC WD kYLL AP WM __5yooccyY Reset Default ManCntrl ManCntrl Auto Red Gree Blue Whit Stro l Manual Control Dimm Macr Temp DMX Channel Modes Mode Set User Mode ProPartl Prog 1 10 Program 1 Sel Prog Select Programs To Be Run Edit Prog o FdStepo1 sCwx Program n Lop EdiiProg scen00l scen250 RecCnir 19 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com FuncMode Address Define desired DMX address via the Control Panel ValuDisp Disolay DMX 512 value of each channel SetSlave Define fixture slave mode Slavel Slave2 Slave3 AutoProg Define fixture mode Master or Alone for running Auto Programs Select desired internal programs under Sel Prog set the number of steps under EditProg and edit individual scenes under EditScen Info Tim
22. elnfo Cur Time Displays fixture run time from last power ON The counter is reset after each time the fixture is powered OFF TotalHrs Displays fixture total run time Last Hrs Displays fixture run time for a given period of time i e rental period This counter can be reset TimePass Display the fixture timer password 038 Cir Last Resets the last run time of the fixture Templnfo HeadTemp Displays temperature of the fixture Battlnfo Displays the charge 9e level of the battery Soft Ver Displays soffware version of the fixture 20 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 Persnal Stat Set www elationlighting com Addr DMX When ON define the desired DMX address via an external controller l Connect the fixture to the external controller and power ON 2 Set the DMX value of Channel 1 on the controller to 7 3 Set the DMX value of Channel 2 on the controller to 7 or 8 When set to 7 the DMX address can be set between 1 and 255 When set to 8 the DMX address can be set between 256 and 511 4 Using Channel 3 on the controller set the desired DMX address of the fixture Example 1 If the desired DMX address is 57 set Channel 1 to a value of 7 set Channel 2 to a value of 7 and then set Channel 3 to a value of 57 Example 2 If the desired DMX address is 420 set Channel 1 to a value of 7 set Channel 2 to a value of 8 and then set Channel 3 to a value of 164 256 164 42
23. gent fixtures and controllers DMX allows all makes and models of different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single controller This is possible as long as all the fixtures and the controller are DMX compliant A DMX controller sends the DMX data instructions to the fixture allowing the user to control the different aspects of an intelligent light DMX data is sent out as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture via data IN and data OUT XLR terminals located on the fixtures most controllers will only have output jacks DMX LINKING To ensure proper DMX data transmission always use the VOLT series IP rated DMX cables listed in the OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES section at the end of this manual When using several DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path possible Never split a DMX line with a Y style connector The order in which the fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the DMX addressing For example a fixture assigned a starting DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere in the DMX chain at the beginning at the end or anywhere in the middle The DMX controller Knows to send data assigned to address 1 to that fixture no matter where it is located in the DMX chain The VOLT Q5E can be controlled via DMX 512 protocol and the DMX address is set via the control menu 15 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com DMX 512 CONTROLLER CONNECTION Connect the provided
24. ived the display will show Addr XXX XXX representing the actual DMX address If the fixture is not receiving a DMX signal the display will flash If your fixture is connected to a DMX controller and the display is flashing not receiving a DMX signal please check the following The 3pin XLR input plug cable with DMX signal from controller is not connected or is not inserted completely into the DMX input jack of the fixture The DMX controller is switched off or defective The DMX cable or connector is defective A DMX terminator has been inserted into the last fixture in your DMX chain 17 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com FIXTURE MENU ON BOARD SYSTEM MENU The VOLT Q5E comes with an easy to navigate system menu The next sections Will cover how to access each menu function LCD MENU CONTROL PANEL The control panel located on the front of the fixture allows you to access the main menu and make all necessary adjustments to the VOLT Q5E During normal operation pressing MODE ESC button once will access the fixture s main menu Once in the main menu you can navigate through the different functions and access the sub menus with the UP and DOWN buttons Once you reach a field that reguires adjusting press the ENTER button to activate that field and use the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust the field Pressing the ENTER button once more will confirm your setting You may exit the main menu at any tim
25. m DMX ADDRESSING All fixtures should be given a DMX starting address when using a DMX controller so the correct fixture responds to the correct control signal This digital starting address is the channel number from which the fixture starts to listen to the digital control information sent out from the DMX controller The allocation of this starting DMX address is achieved by setting the correct DMX address on the digital display located on the back of the fixture You can set the same starting address for all fixtures or a group of fixtures or set different address for each individual fixture Be advised that setting all fixtures to the same DMX address will subseguently control all fixtures in the same fashion in other words changing the settings of one channel will affect all the fixtures simultaneously If you set each fixture to a different DMX address each unit will start to listen to the channel number you have set based on the quantity of control channels DMX channels of each fixture That means changing the settings of one channel will only affect the selected fixture In the case of the VOLT Q5E when in the 9 Channel Extended Mode you should set the starting DMX address of the first unit to 1 the second unit to 10 1 9 the third unit to 19 10 9 and so on Note During start up the VOLT G5E will automatically detect whether a DMX data signal is being received or not If DMX data signal is being rece
26. ne which is commonly installed in outdoor environments and has been designed with an enclosure that effectively protects the ingress entry of external foreign objects such as dust and water The International Protection IP rating system is commonly expressed as IP Ingress Protection followed by two numbers i e IP65 where the numbers define the degree of protection The first digit Foreign Bodies Protection indicates the extent of protection against particles entering the fixture and the second digit Water Protection indicates the extent of protection against water entering the fixture An IP65 rated lighting fixture is one which has been designed and tested to protect against the ingress of dust 6 and high pressure water jets from any direction 5 MARINE COASTAL ENVIRONMENT INSTALLATIONS Please note although this fixture is IP rated the fixture is NOT suitable for marine and or coastal environment installations Installing this fixture in a marine and or coastal environment may cause corrosion and or excessive wear fo the interior and or exterior components of the fixture Damages and or performance issues resulting from installation in a marine and or coastal environment will void the manufactures warranty and will NOT be subject to any warranty claims and or repairs OPTIONAL CORROSION RESISTANT COATING Optional Corrosion Resistant Coatings may be available for this fixture Please consult your Elation Professional s
27. order by which you can transmit the programmed scenes from your DMX controller to the moving head Adjust the desired scene numbers via the encoder from to When you call up the scenes at your controller they will automatically be transmitted to the moving head 22 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com EDIT PROGRAM Record Controller Working With Built In Programs A Master unit can send up to 3 different data groups to the Slave units i e a Master unit can start 3 different Slave units which run 3 different programs The Master unit sends the 3 program parts in a continuous loop Auto Pro Auto Pro Auto Pro Auto Pro Auto Pro Auto Pro Auto Pro Auto Pro Auto Pro Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 The Slave unit receives data from the Master unit according to the group which the Slave unit was assigned to lf e g a Slave unit is set to Slave 1 in the menu SetSlave the Master unit sends Prog 1 to the Slave unit If set to Slave 2 the Slave unit receives Prog 2 To start an Auto Program proceed as follows 1 Slave Setting e Select FuncMode e Press ENTER to confirm Select SetSlave e Press ENTER to confirm Select Slave 1 Slave 2 or Slave 3 e Press ENTER to confirm Press MODE ESC in order to return to the main menu 2 Automatic Program Run e Select FuncMode e Press ENTER to
28. ption you choose for your VOLT G5E always be sure to secure your fixture with a safety cable The fixture provides a built in rigging point for a safety cable on the hanging bracket as illustrated above Be sure to only use the designated rigging point for the safety cable and never secure a safety cable to a carrying handle 13 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com MOUNTING POINTS e Overhead mounting requires extensive experience including amongst others calculating working load limits installation material being used and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the device If you lack these qualifications do not attempt the installation yourself IMproper installation can result in bodily injury e Fixture is fully operational in the specific mounting positions as illustrated below TITIK SBS SEA i ym AIAIIIIIII IN YI A a o gt a YE st ZN a A S Wa oS ZN NA NT 9 Z TI SS S L N SSX lt SZ Ss ZTN an fer SAFETY CABLE Always use a Safety Cable whenever installing this fixture in a suspended environment to ensure the fixture will not drop if the clamp fails 14 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com UNDERSTANDING DMX DMX 512 DMX is short for Digital Multiplex This is a universal protocol used by most lighting and controller manufactures as a form of communication between intelli
29. under PROTECTION CLASS 1 It s essential this device be grounded properly Only qualified personnel should perform all electrical connections C A U T O N UNPLUG POWER BEFORE SERVICING FIXTURE NEVER TOUCH FIXTURE DURING OPERATION AS IT MAY BE HOT NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LIGHT SOURCE SENSITIVE PERSONS MAY SUFFER AN EPILETIC SHOCK e For proper operation follow the Installation guidelines described in this manual Only qualified and certified personnel should perform installation of this fixture and only the original rigging parts brackets included with this fixture should be used for installation Any modifications will void the original manufactures warranty and increase the risk of damage and or personal injury e Never look directly into the light source of this fixture to prevent risk of injury to your retina which may induce blindness Those suffering from EPILEPSY should avoid looking directly into the light source of this unit at all times e Always disconnect from main power source before performing any type of service and or cleaning procedure Only handle the power cord by the plug end never pull out the plug by tugging the wire portion of the cord e Do not charge this fixture if the power cord has become frayed crimped and or damaged If the power cord is damaged replace it mmediately with a new one of similar power rating 9 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com GENERAL GUIDELINES NE
30. ut any prior written notice 3270 304 470 VOLT Q5E DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS Please Note Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice 32 VOLT G5ETM User Manual ver 2 www elationlighting com VOLT Q5 ROAD CASE DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS 44 0 1118mm 22 0 560mm rn kd 21 6 548mm OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ORDER CODE ITEM TRIGGER CLAMP Heavy Duty Wrap Around Hook Style Clamp EWDOO1 EWDMX IP Wireless IP65 DMX Transceiver VOLTSCHARGER VOLT Q5E 26 2 VDC Charger IEC Power Cable VOLT 3MDLC VOLT Series 9 8 ft 9m 3pin Male IP to 3pin Female IP DATA LINK Cable VOLT DIAC VOLT Series 9 8 ff 3M 3pin IP Female to 3pin DMX Male DATA INPUT Cable VOLT DOAC VOLT Series 9 8 ft 3m 3pin Female IP to 3pin DMX Female DATA OUTPUT Cable 33 VOLT Q5E User Manual ver 2
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