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1. DMX controller DMX Termination Last unit H To avoid the risk of faulty operation follow the following indications Maximum cable length 500m Maximum N of units connected 32 Cable run Avoid running the cable alongside power lines Termination 120 ohm resistor across Pins 2 and 3 of the last unit 1 3 5 termination construction The termination avoids the possibility of the 512 signal being sent back along the cable it reaches the end under certain conditions and with certain lengths this could cause it to over ride the original signal and cancel it The termination is made by soldering 120 1 4 W resistor across pins 2 and of the 5 pole male XLR connector see diagram 1 3 6 Connection RS 232 Good quality screened RG 58 50 co ax cables must be used for connections to avoid faulty equipment operation Connectors used are always of the 5 pole XLR type Refer to the diagram for wiring socket wiring RS 232 423 connection input DIGITAL SIGNAL RS 232 COMPUTER em 232 OUT output 25 PIN PROJECTOR CONNECTOR gt Pee COMMON CONNECTOR comm 3 DD CED mwa Powerlight 612 version1 03 Powerlight 612 version1 03 1 3 7 Swi2. and 9 9 and is usually left at zero for inductive loads neon par 36 whereas for resistive loads it varies according to the type of lamp used For a good warm up it s sufficient to increase the level until the filament becomes just visible Standard factory warm up setting is 4 12 For access to the Set Pre Heat function proceed as follows 1 Select the Set Pre Heat menu from the main menu 2 Press Enter to confirm the choice 3 Move the square brackets to the CHN field and select the channel whose pre heat level has to be set 4 Now move the square brackets to the LEV field to assign the pre heat level This is expressed as a percentage with a value of between 0 and 9 9 5 Repeat from point 3 to set the other channels 6 Press Esc to return to the main menu the selected data are automatically updated 2 5 Channel Test In this Menu it s possible to check if a channel has any problems In fact by selecting the channel on which there are doubts Power Light controls its efficiency allowing to vary its value from 0 to maximum output and switching off the channels not involved and ignoring any previous assignments or the presence of an input signal Only one channel can be checked at a time For access to the Channel Test function proceed as follows 1 Select the Channel Test menu from the main menu 2 Press Enter to confirm the choice 3 Move the square brackets to the CHN field and select the chann
3. has been taken with the design of the cooling system which also enabled the unit s dimensions to be kept down to 2 rack units This enables the dimmers to be tacked without leaving space for air circulation between them thus considerably reducing the space taken up in the event of installation in racks Use of the unit s fans does not in any way jeopardise the possibility of using the dimmer in locations in which noise has to be kept to a minimum as Power Light P612 uses very low noise fans which are silent even when operating their rotation speed is also electronically controlled and directly proportional to the dimmer s internal temperature The fact that it s able to be used without necessarily being controlled by a lighting control desk makes Power Light P612 extremely versatile and enables it to be used in any sector Powerful software keeps the various sections of the dimmer under constant control intervening with special protection procedure in the event of faulty operation and indicating any irregularities The Power Light P612 has been built in compliance with current CE norms page 6 P612D SIGIM LIGHT TECHNOLOGY Designed and Manufactured in Italy by SGM Elettronica srl Printed in June 2001 Rel 1 03 1 Main features Power supply three phase 380V 3 PHASES NEUTRAL or single phase 110 220 V Mains frequency 50 60 Hz The power supply for the electronics logic part is taken from the T phase NEUTRAL Maxi
4. expressed in secondsi SP SPEED expressed in seconds LEV general light output level assigned to the CHASE 0 255 4 For the chase selected in the CHS field set the CROSS and SPEED times required and the general light level 5 Press ESC to confirm changes and return to the main menu DD ED mwa 5 Powerlight 612 version1 03 Powerlight 612 version1 03 2 14 Curve Equaliz Curve Equalization In this menu it s possible to assign each channel the most suitable setting for controlling the load on output according to the type of lamp used The 6 curves available are shown in the diagram 100 LOGARITMICA 1 3 ocaritmica 2 0 ocaritmica 3 5 LuGARITMICA 4 oceritica 5 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 For access to the Curve Equal function proceed as follows 1 Select the Curve Equal menu from the main menu 2 Press ENTER to confirm the choice 3 Move the square brackets to the CHN field and select the channel whose equalization curve has to be changed 4 Move the square brackets to the CURVE N field and select the equalization curve to be assigned to the chosen channel 5 Press the ESC button to return to the main menu the selected data are automatically updated 18 3 Protections Particular protections are provided to avoid any faulty operation seriously damaging the Power Light These protection
5. 1 Main features 5 1 1 Technical specifications 6 1 2 Installation 6 1 2 1 Packaging 6 1 2 2 Contents 6 1 2 3 Before installation 7 1 3 P612 connections 7 1 3 1 Connecting to the mains supply 7 1 3 2 Rear panels 8 1 3 3 DMX signal cable 8 1 3 4 DMX line connection example 9 1 3 5 DMX termination construction 9 1 3 6 RS 232 connection 10 1 3 7 Switching on 10 1 3 8 Using the microcomputer 11 2 Description of the menu 11 21 Soft Patch 11 2 2 Set chn mode 12 2 3 Set level 12 24 Set pre heat 13 2 5 Channel test 14 2 6 Brightness 14 2 7 Signal Monitor 14 2 8 Vphase Monitor 15 2 9 Version 15 2 10 Run Autotest 16 2 11 Set voltage 16 2 12 Edit chase 17 2 13 Run chase 18 2 14 EQ curves 19 3 Protections 19 3 1 Overheating protection 19 3 2 Overload protection 19 3 3 Short circuit protection 19 3 4 Protection against incorrect connections 19 4 Error messages DD ED mwa Powerlight 612 version1 03 Powerlight 612 version1 03 Introduction Power Light P612 is a new digital dimmer entirely designed and developed by SGM s Research amp Development Department Careful study of its functions selection of innovative material and on going technical updates have resulted in the manufacture of a truly unique product able to satisfy the requirements of applications in the live sector and well as fixed installations Particular care
6. Powerlight 612 Professional Dimmer KE WA WEEhS 52755 Users Manual rel 1 03 LIGHT TECHNOLOGY General instructions Read the instructions in this handbook carefully as they give important information regarding safety during installation use and maintenance Be sure to keep this instruction manual with the unit in order to consult it in the future If the unit is sold or given to another operator make certain that it always has its manual to enable the new owner to read about its operation and relative instructions Do not dismantle or modify the unit Make certain that no inflammable liquids water or metal objects enter the unit Should any liquid be spilled on the unit disconnected the power supply to the unit immediately In the event of serious operating problems stop using the unit immediately and either contact the nearest SGM sales point for a check or contact the manufacturer directly Do not open the unit there are no user serviceable parts inside Never try to repair the unit yourself Repairs by unqualified people could cause damage faulty operation Contact your nearest authorized service centre Always insist on original spare parts being fitted Safeguard the environment don t throw batteries accumulators or packaging material into your waste bin return them to your reseller or take them to the nearest special waste collection point CD DD CED mwa Powe
7. ckets to the ADDR field to assign the digital channel to the channel that has just been selected 5 Repeat from point 3 to assign the other channels 6 Press Esc to return to the main menu the selected data are automatically updated 2 2 Set Chn Mode Channel Mode In this Menu it s possible to choose the operating mode for each individual channel It is in fact possible to control the Power Light s channels independently or via a lighting control desk There are three operating modes available FIX The output of channels set in this mode isn t controlled by a lighting control desk and remains fixed on a value which can be set later OFF The output of channels set in this operating mode stays off and cannot be controlled by a lighting control desk EXT EXTERNAL Output channels set in this mode can only be controlled by a lighting control desk The standard factory setting is with all the channels in EXT For access to the Set Channel Mode function proceed as follows 1 Select the Channel Mode menu from the main menu 2 Press Enter to confirm the choice 3 Move the square brackets to the CHN field and select the channel to which the operating mode DD ED CED mwa Powerlight 612 version1 03 Powerlight 612 version1 03 has to be assigned 4 Now move the square brackets to the MOD field to assign one of the three operating modes available 5 Repeat from point 3 to other channels 6 Press Esc
8. ctrical work necessary for installing the unit must be carried out by a qualified electrician or experienced person e Before connecting the unit make certain that the data on the plate correspond to the mains power supply e Avoid installing the units near sources of heat e Install the unit in a well ventilated location Avoid blocking the air intake and output vents Never use the unit under the following conditions In places subject to excessive humidity In places subject to vibrations or bumps In places with a temperature of over 45 C or less than 2 C Protect the unit from excessive dryness or humidity ideal conditions are between 35 and 80 Attention The unit must be grounded If this rule is not followed the guarantee will automatically be considered null page 8 P612D 1 3 Connection the P612 1 3 1 Connecting the power supply It must be connected to a circuit with a thermal magnetic cut off switch see appendix page 1 2 3 Make certain that the cross section of the socket s cables is sufficient for the power absorbed by the unit Should it be necessary replace the fuses with others of the same type and value It s inadvisable to use adapters in line connectors or extension cables Should their use be indispensable make certain they re in compliance with current safety norms regarding component quality and cable length cross section Attention Class 1 unit The ground conductor must b
9. d data are updated automatically 2 12 Edit Chase The P612 has been designed and built so that it can also be used as a free standing unit without the aid of an external controller It s possible to create 8 different sequences Chases with a maximum of 32 scenes Steps each For access to the programming function of the Edit Chase menu proceed as follows 1 Select the EDIT CHASE menu from the main menu 16 2 Press ENTER to confirm the choice 3 Now select the number of the Chase to be programmed which can be between 1 and 8 LN Maximum number of steps ST Current step CHN Channel LEV light output level assigned to the channel 0 255 6 Firstly set the maximum number of steps that the chase in the LN field must have 7 Move the square brackets to the ST field and select the first step to program 8 Move the square brackets to the CHN field and select the channel whose output level has to be adjusted 9 Move the square brackets to the LEV field and change the output level to the required value 10 Repeat points 7 8 9 for all the steps 11 Press ESC to confirm the changes and return to the previous menu 2 13 Run Chase In this menu it s possible to run the Chase previously programmed with the possibility of adjusting the chase s times and master level To access the programming function of the Run Chase menu proceed as follows 1 Select the RUN CHASE menu from the main menu CHS Chase CR CROSS Time
10. e part of the power cord 1 3 2 Rear panels cod 004 1032 CABUR _ YY S see top cover for pin out on zalol pu gt output i FO 1 2 3 4 5 6 top r informa Please see and customer R rth lel DD E mwa Powerlight 612 version1 03 Powerlight 612 version1 03 1 3 3 DMX signal cable construction Power Light P612 has a DMX 512 input that uses standard XLR 5 pin connectors When connecting screened cable in compliance with EIA RS 485 specifications and with the following characteristics must be used 2 conductors plus screen 120 Ohm impedance low capacity maximum transmission rate 250Kbaud Connecting the cable see diagram taking care to ensure that the screen is connected to Pin 1 Attention the cable screen braid must NEVER be connected to the system s ground as this would cause faulty unit or controller operation 1 3 4 Example of DMX line connection DMX line A X
11. el to be checked 4 Now move the square brackets to the LEV field to assign the output level 5 Repeat from point 3 to set the other channels 6 Press Esc to return to the main menu the selected data are updated automatically CD DD CED mwa P Powerlight 612 version1 03 Powerlight 612 version1 03 2 6 Brightness In this Menu it s possible to vary the brightness of the LCD display on the front panel This brightness is expressed as a percentage and varies between 0 and 100 The standard factory setting of the LCD brightness is 75 For access to the Brightness function proceed as follows 1 Select the Brightness menu from the main menu 2 Press Enter to confirm the choice 3 The square brackets are positioned on the only field Use the UP DOWN arrows to reach the brightness required 4 Press Esc to return to the main menu the selected data are updated automatically 2 7 Signal Monitor In this Menu it s possible to check the level of the signal for controlling the channels on input Only one channel can be checked at a time For access to the Signal Monitor function proceed as follows 1 Select the Signal Monitor menu from the main menu 2 Press ENTER to confirm the choice 3 The square brackets will be positioned on the CHN field to allow the channel to be selected 4 Once the channel has been selected the signal level will automatically appear in the LEV field This field ca
12. is not running Fun 2 is not running x High voltage on R phase x High voltage S phase gt High voltage on T phase This message is followed by the number of the channel channels which is are overloaded This message is followed by a list of the schort circuited channels Over heating If there are several messages simultaneously they appear one after another CB CID D CFD CED met 19 Powerlight 612 version1 03 001225 LIGHT TECHNOLOGY SGM Elettronica srl Via Pio La Torre 1 61010 Tavullia PS Italy Tel 39 0721 476477 Fax 39 0721 476170 e mail info sgm it http www sgm it
13. mum absorption 72 Amps with three phase connection 25 Amps with single phase connection Input signal DMX 512 or RS232 Cooling forced ventilation by means of two rear mounted fans Rotation speed is directly proportional to the temperature on the cooling fins Protections are far as the output channels are concerned thermal and electronic protections are provided against overloading and short circuiting The input power supply circuit on the other hand has twin protection electronic and via fuses Microcomputer located on the front of the P612 this comprises a display with six buttons below it enabling to carry out all settings necessary for correct installation as well as testing all the functions Operating modes can be controlled using a lighting control console or used a stand alone unit In fact it s possible to set the output level of the individual channels or create 8 Chases with up to 32 steps scenes in each Chase 1 1 Technical specifications power supply single phase 110 220 V 3 phase 3 N PE 380V The logic power supply is taken from the load power supply Mains frequency 50 60 Hz Output current 12Amps per channel rated output 16Kw output voltage 110 230 V 50 60 Hz fuse 250V 25 TH internal fuse2 250V 1A TH internal Type of load resistive or inductive Interference filter 50 mA usec Inputs DMX or RS232 Output connectors SOCAPEX CABUR ILME 16 HARTING Frame dimensions two 19 rack
14. nnot be modified as it only displays the signal level on input 5 Press ESC to return to the main menu 2 8 Vphase Monitor In this Menu it s possible to check that there is voltage on the three input phases R S T Power Light in fact measures the effective VRMS voltage between each phase and neutral Vphase Monitor is a menu only used for consultation in which no parameters can be changed 14 For access to this function proceed as follows 1 Select the VPHASE MONITOR menu from the main menu 2 Press ENTER to confirm the choice 3 The square brackets will be positioned on the PHASE field to allow the required phase to be selected 5 Press ESC to return to the main menu 2 9 Version This Menu gives information on the software version installed in the Power Light Version is a menu only used for consultation in which no parameters can be changed For access to this function proceed as follows 1 Select the Version menu from the main menu Press ENTER to confirm the choice 3 At this point the current version of the software will appear on the display 4 Press ESC to return to the main menu 2 10 Run Autotest This Menu runs an autotest routine which enables irregularities to be found in some crucial points of the Power Light In fact the following parameters are checked correct operation of both fans the voltage on the three input phases any excess voltage on input any ove
15. rlight 612 version1 03 Powerlight 612 version1 03 General warranty conditions The unit is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase against material and manufacturing defects Breakdown caused by carelessness and improper use of the unit is excluded The guarantee is no longer valid if the unit has been tampered with or repaired by unauthorized personnel The replacement of the unit is not foreseen by the guarantee External parts knobs switches removable parts and lamps are excluded from the guarantee these are covered by their manufacturers guarantee conditions Transport costs and related risks are borne by the unit s owner The guarantee is valid to all effects only on presentation of the guarantee certificate to the manufacturer or the nearest SGM technical assistance centre Always quote the unit s serial number and model when contacting your reseller information assistance How to contact SGM Elettronica Our customer assistance service can be contacted as follows The offices are open from Monday to Friday from 8 30am to 12 30pm and from 2 30pm to 6 30pm Italian local time GMT 1 Daylight saving time from March to October 1 hour Fax 24 24 ore 39 0721 476170 Tel 39 0721 476477 http www sgm it E Mail info sgm it Index 1 General Instructions 2 General guarantee conditions 2 Howto contact SGM Elettronica 3 Index 4 Introduction 5
16. rloading on the power output any short circuitng on the power output the presence or not of DMX signal on input the presence or not of RS 232 signal on input the temperature on the cooling fins expressed in degrees Centigrade and Fahrenheit Run Autotest is only an executive menu no parameters can be modified For access to this function proceed as follows DD ED mwa Powerlight 612 version1 03 Powerlight 612 version1 03 1 Select the Autotest Run menu from the main menu 2 Press Enter to confirm the choice 3 A this point the results of the measurements made for all the abovementioned parameters will appear one after another on the display 4 Press Esc to return to the main menu 2 11 Set Voltage In this menu it s possible to set the maximum voltage level for controlling the load for each single output channel This voltage can be set between 60V and 240V Factory set default voltage is 220V For access to the Set Voltage function proceed as follows 1 Select the Set Voltage menu from the main menu 2 Press ENTER to confirm the choice 3 Move the square brackets to the CHN field and select the channel whose output level has to be assigned 4 Now move the square brackets to the LEV field to assign the output level which is expressed as a decimal value between 60 and 240 5 Repeat from point 3 to set the other channels 6 Press ESC to return to the main menu selecte
17. s are 3 1 OVER HEATING PROTECTION the maximum temperature allowed is 90 C and is measured on the cooling fin on the power section If this temperature is exceeded the output is disabled until temperature returns within the foreseen limits At 80 an over heating pre alarm message is given 3 2 OVERLOAD PROTECTION the output is electronically limited to a maximum of 12 Amps per channel no matter what load is applied 3 3 PROTECTION AGAINST SHORT CIRCUITING should a short circuit occur the Power Light immediately switches off the channel in question and then attempts to switch it on slowly after approximately 8 sec if the short circuit persists Power Light switches the channel off again and then attempts to switch it on 3 4 PROTECTION AGAIN INCORRECT CONNECTIONS regarding the power supply circuit There are two protections an electronic one which blocks the power supply and indicates the phase in question on the display and a fuse which blows to avoid overloading damaging the unit s internal circuitry 4 Error messages Error messages are indicated by the display giving a long flash Should a message indicating an irregularity appear switch off the Power Light immediately find the cause and eliminate it Message displayed Ho Sianal Fan Fail 1 fiver Unbiased s pagg ing sh Temperature CAUSE No DMX RS232 signal on in input Incorect DMX RS 232 signal Fun 1
18. tching on As soon as it s switched on the Power Light P612 display the SGM logo with the software version after which it begins an autotest self test routine to check for any irregularities in the power supply and on the output Press ENTER to proceed to the Main Menu 1 3 8 Using the microcomputer CONG Eryo enter k 1 The menus are scrolled using the UP DOWN buttons 2 Press ENTER to confirm the menu choice 3 The same set of square brackets can be moved between the various fields using the RIGHT LEFT buttons and their contents changed using UP DOWN To return to the Main Menu press ESC 10 2 Menu descriptions 2 1 Soft Patch In this Menu it s possible to assign the POWER LIGHT s physical channels CHN to the digital channels available ADDR This creates a correspondence between the Dimmer output channel and the channel that has to be controlled There are 512 channels available for use i e those provided for by DMX standard and they don t necessarily have to be in succession For access to the Soft Patch function proceed as follows 1 Select SOFTPATCH in the main menu 2 Press Enter to confirm the choice 3 Move the square brackets to the CHN field and select the channel to be assigned 4 Move the square bra
19. to return to the main menu 2 3 Set Chn Level Channel Level In this Menu it s possible to set the level of each individual channel configured in FIX mode in the previous menu To access the Set Channel Level function proceed as follows 1 Select the Set Channel Level menu from the main menu 2 Press Enter to confirm the choice 3 Move the square brackets to the CHN field and select the channel the output level has to be set on 4 Now move the square brackets to the LEV field to assign the output level This is expressed as a decimal value of between 000 and 255 5 Repeat from point 3 to set the other channels 6 Press Esc to return to the main menu the selected data are automatically updated 2 4 Set Pre Heat In this Menu it s possible to set the pre heat warm up level of each individual channel Incandescent lamps behaviour varies according to the power voltage they are supplied When they are cold before voltage is applied the filament has a very low resistance so at the moment in which the voltage is applied a very high current will pass through the lamp This explains why frequent voltage changes can have a negative effect on lamp life it s therefore indispensable to set warm up level This enables to set the minimum current which must pass through in the lamp when it is not lit in order for the absorption of current to be reduced and lamp life increased This is expressed as a percentage of between 0
20. units L x H x D 442 x 84 x 330 mm Weight 6kg SGM Elettronica reserves the right to improve or modify their products at any time without prior notice Always consult the handbook of the unit being used to avoid errors and differences between the actual functions and those shown in the manual DD ED mwa Powerlight 612 version1 03 Powerlight 612 version1 03 1 2 Installation 1 2 1 Packaging KEEP THE PACKAGING MATERIAL Packaging material plastic bags polystyrene foam nails etc must not be left within children s reach as it can be dangerous Use the original packaging if the unit has to be returned to the manufacturer for repair or maintenance as it has been specifically design to protect the unit during transport 1 2 2 Contents After opening the box check that the packaging contains the items in the following list and make certain that the unit is in perfect condition If in doubt do not use the unit and contact an authorized SGM Technical Assistance Centre and the transport company In fact only the consignee can claim for any damage sustained by the unit during transport Power Light P612 Guarantee Instruction manual e 1 XLR 5 P male connector e 1 XLR 5 P female connector 1 2 3 Before installation Read the following warnings before beginning installation This unit is not intended for home use Disconnect the power supply before carrying out any work on the unit e Ele
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