User manual - Pro Audio Centre
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1. Order code EQLED39 User manual Equinox Eyebar WARNING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP CAUTION Keep this equipment away from rain moisture and liquids SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation amp maintenance of this equipment should Be competent E Follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION TAKE CARE USING THIS EQUIPMENT HIGH VOLTAGE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Before your initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused during transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and do not use the equipment To maintain the equipment in good working condition and to ensure safe operation it is necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual Please note that damages caused by user modifications to this equipment are not subject to warranty Equinox Eyebar Safety IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorised modification to the equipment e Never let the power cable come into contact with other cables Handle the power cable and all mains voltage connections with particular caution e Never remove warning or informative labels from the equipment e Do not open the equipment and do not modify the equipment e Do not connec2. 5 Blue LEDs 0 100 0 255 Master Dimmer 0 100 0 255 Strobe slow fast 0 255 Programme Selector Equinox Eyebar DMX Set up DMX 512 e DMX Digital Multiplex is a universal protocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures and controllers A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions form the controller to the fixture DMX data is sent as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture via the DATA IN and DATA OUT XLR terminals located on all DMX fixtures most controllers only have a data out terminal DMX Linking e DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single controller as long as all fixtures and the controller are DMX compliant To ensure proper DMX data transmission when using several DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path possible The order in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the DMX addressing For example a fixture assigned to a DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere in a DMX line at the beginning at the end or anywhere in the middle When a fixture is assigned a DMX address of 1 the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1 to that unit no matter where it is located in the DMX chain DATA Cable DMX cable requirements for DMX operation e The Equinox Eyebar can be controlled via DMX 512 protocol The DMX address is set on the back of the uni
3. his equipment is operated in any other way than those described in this manual the product may suffer damage and the warranty becomes void Incorrect operation may lead to danger e g short circuit burns electric shocks lamp failure etc Do not endanger your own safety and the safety of others Incorrect installation or use can cause serious damage to people and property Equinox Eyebar Technical specifications You should find inside the Equinox carton the following items 1 Equinox Eyebar 2 Power cable 3 Instruction manual Technical Specifications e DMX channels 6 e Sound Active Auto DMX and Master Slave modes e 256 Ultra Bright 5mm LEDs R 64 G 64 B 64 W 32 A 32 e Built in programmes and microphone e Power consumption 21W e Power supply 240V e Dimensions 210 x 494 x 205mm e Weight 3 5Kgs Operations DMX Mode To select DMX mode press the MODE button to show ADDR on the LED display Now use the UP and DOWN buttons to set the DMX address from 001 512 When you have finished setting the desired DMX address press the ENTER button Auto Run Mode To select auto run mode press the MODE button to show AUTO on the LED display Now use the UP and DOWN buttons to choose from the two auto run options AUTO or AUT1 AUTO Option 1 With this option the unit will run through its built in programmes when there is no sound present and w
4. ill automatically switch to sound when music is heard AUT1 Option 2 With this option the unit will constantly run through the built in programmes regardless of the presence of sound When you have selected the desired option press the ENTER button The unit will now run through its built in programmes sound Active Mode To select sound active mode press the MODE button to show SOUN on the LED display Now press the ENTER button and use the UP and DOWN buttons to set the sound active mode ON or OFF The unit will now react to the beat of the music Note When there is no music present the unit will automatically switch to auto run Slave Mode To select the slave mode press the MODE button to show SLND on the LED display Now press the ENTER button and use the UP and DOWN buttons to select either SLA1 or SLA2 SLA1 option This is the normal slave mode where the slave units all do the same thing SLA2 option This is the inversion slave mode where the slave unit will react in the opposite direction from the master unit Note After making any changes to the above settings please allow the Eyebar 5 seconds to register the change Equinox Eyebar Overview Overview EQUIN KX www prolight co uk DMX Function Chart ma a mer TT 0 255 Green and White LEDs 0 100 2 0 255 Red and Amber LEDs 0 100 ss 0 25
5. nectors for data transmission in place of 3 pin 5 Pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3 pin XLR DMX line When inserting standard 5 pin XLR connectors in to a 3 pin line a cable adaptor must be used The Chart below details the correct cable conversion Pin N Eke 3 Pin canon socket Pin 2 signal ig A Pin 1 GND screen Pin 3 Sane ra Pin 2 N C Pin 4 N i Pin 3 N C Pin 5 N C 5 Pin canon socket 3 Pin canon socket f Pin 1 GND screen Pin 1 GND screen Pin 2 signal Pin 2 N C Pin 3 Sane Pin 3 N C Pin 4 N Pin 5 N C EQUIN XX beyond your imagination www prolight co uk
6. t Your unit and your DMX controller require a standard 3 pin XLR connector for data input output figure 1 Figure 1 Further DMX cables can be purchased from all good sound and lighting suppliers or Prolight dealers Please quote CABL10 2M CABL11 5M CABL12 10M Also remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split Equinox Eyebar DMX Set up Notice e Be sure to follow figures 2 amp 3 when making your own cables Do not connect the cable s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR s outer casing Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behaviour common DMX 512 out DMX 512 in 3 pin XLR 3 pin XLR EEG ER XLR MALE SOCKET XLR FEMALE SOCKET XLR Pin Configuration 2 cold 1 ground i 1 ground 9 cold Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Negative 3 3Hot 3 Hot Pin 3 Postive FIGURE 3 FIGURE 2 Special Note Line termination e When longer runs of cable are used you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic behaviour Termination reduces signal transmission problems Q and interferance it is always advisable to connect a A e DMX terminal resistance 120 Ohm 1 4 W between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX of the last fixture Using a cable terminator part number CABL90 will decrease the possibilities of erratic behaviour 5 Pin XLR DMX Connectors e Some manufactures use 5 pin XLR con
7. t this equipment to a dimmer pack e Do not switch the equipment on and off in short intervals as this will reduce the system s life e Only use the equipment indoors e Do not expose to flammable sources liquids or gases e Always disconnect the power from the mains when equipment is not in use or before cleaning Only handle the power cable by the plug Never pull out the plug by pulling the power cable e Make sure that the available voltage is between 220v 240v e Make sure that the power cable is never crimped or damaged Check the equipment and the power cable periodically e If the equipment is dropped or damaged disconnect the mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect the equipment before operating again e If the equipment has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising condensation might damage the equipment Leave the equipment switched off until it has reached room temperature e If your product fails to function correctly discontinue use immediately Pack the unit securely preferably in the original packing material and return it to your Prolight dealer for service e Only use fuses of same type and rating e Repairs servicing and power connection must only be carried out by a qualified technician THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS e WARRANTY One year from date of purchase OPERATING DETERMINATIONS If t
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