ACME REFracted RLS 100 User manual

CONTENTS
1. Safety Instructions ......................................................................................... 2
2. Technical Specifications ................................................................................. 4
3. Control Panel ................................................................................................. 6
4. Set Up Instructions For The RLS 100............................................................... 7
5. How To Set The Unit....................................................................................... 8
5.1 Main Function.......................................................................................... 8
6. Control By Universal DMX Controller ........................................................... 15
6.1 DMX512 Connection.............................................................................. 15
6.2 Address Setting ...................................................................................... 16
6.3 DMX512 Configuration........................................................................... 16
7. Troubleshooting........................................................................................... 42
8. Fixture Cleaning ........................................................................................... 42
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1. Safety Instructions
WARNING
Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that
they also receive this instruction manual.
Important:
Damages caused by the disregard of this user manual are not subject to warranty. The dealer will
not accept liability for any resulting defects or problems.
Unpack and check carefully to ensure that there is no transportation damage before using the
unit.
This product is for indoor use only. Use only in a dry location.
DO install and operate by qualified operator.
DO NOT allow children to operate the fixture.
Use safety chain when fixing the unit. Handle the unit by carrying its base instead of head only.
The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 50cm from adjacent
surfaces.
Be sure that no ventilation slots is blocked, otherwise the unit will be overheated.
Before operation, ensure that you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in
accordance with the specifications in this manual or on the product’s specification label.
It’s important to ground the yellow/green conductor to earth in order to avoid electric shock.
Minimum ambient temperature TA: -10℃. Maximum ambient temperature TA: 40℃.Do not
operate this product at a lower or higher temperature.
DO NOT connect the device to any dimmer pack.
Keep flammable materials away from the fixture while operating to avoid fire hazard.
Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged; replace it immediately if damaged.
Unit’s surface temperature may reach up to 45℃.
Avoid any flammable liquids, water or metal from entering the unit. Once it happens, cut off
the mains power immediately.
DO NOT operate in a dirty or dusty environment. DO clean the fixture regularly.
Please read the instruction carefully which includes important information
about the installation, usage and maintenance.
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DO NOT touch any wire during operation as there might be a hazard of electric shock.
Avoid entanglement of the power cord with other wires.
The minimum distance to objects/surface must be more than 0.5 meters.
In the event of serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately.
Never turn on and off the unit time after time.
The housing, the lenses, or the ultraviolet filter must be replaced if they are visibly damaged.
DO NOT open the housing as there are no user serviceable parts inside.
DO NOT attempt to operate this unit if it becomes damaged. DO NOT attempt any repairs
yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please
contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center if needed.
Disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
DO use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.
Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
DO NOT operate this product if you see damage on the housing, shields, or cables. Have the
damaged parts replaced by an authorized technician at once.
Installation:
The fixture should be fixed on the clamp. Always ensure that the unit is firmly fixed to avoid
vibration and slipping off during operation. Ensure that the trussing or area of installation must be
able to hold 10 times the weight without any deformation. Always install a safety cable that can
hold at least 12 times the weight of the fixture when installing.
DO install and operate by qualified operator. It must be installed in a place where there is out of the
reach of people.
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2. Technical Specifications
Power Voltage:
100-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power Consumption:
30W
Light Source:
162x0.2W RGB LED
Color Temperature:
8000K
Dimmer/Shutter:
0-100% smooth dimming; outstanding strobe effect with variable speed
Control:
DMX Channel: 489/10 Channels
Control Mode: DMX512, RDM, Art-Net, sACN
Firmware Upgrade via DMX link or USB disk
Construction:
Display: OLED display
Data In/Out: 5-pin XLR (3-pin XLR is optional); RJ45
Power In/Out: Power Connector in/out
Protection Rating: IP20
Features:
RGB color changing lighting effect, external control lighting effect
Various effect and outstanding color mixing effect
Multi-point surface light, multi-point back light with pixel control
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Dimension/Weight:
500x500x2110mm, 31.3kgs
19.7"x19.7"x83.1"in, 69lbs
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3. Control Panel
1. DISPLAY: To show the various menus and the selected function
2. Button:
MENU
To enter into move backward or leave the menu
UP
To go backward to move up in the menu
DOWN
To go forward to move down in the menu
ENTER
To perform the desired functions
3. FIRMWARE UPGRADE: Used to upgrade fixture’s firmware
4. ETHERNET: Transfers fixture’s information to a main controller
5. DMX IN:
For DMX512 link, use 5-pin XLR cable to link the unit and controller (3-pin XLR is optional)
6. DMX OUT:
For DMX512 operation, use 5-pin XLR cable to link the next units (3-pin XLR is optional)
7. POWER IN: To connect to supply power
8. POWER OUT: To connect to the next fixture
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4. Set Up Instructions For The RLS 100
When lifting or moving the fixture always use the fixture handles. Whenever setting the fixture
down on hard surfaces, always set it on a handle. For assembly, set fixture on flat surface handle
down and lean the base against the fixture.
With one hand, lift the fixture by the handle a few inches to connect the 1/4 turn locking bolts. With
the other hand, secure and then tighten the pressure bolts until snug.
Use the provided 12MM bolt to mount the instrument to the fixture, then with one person footing
the base, tilt fixture up in place. There is a 33lb (15kg) weight limit for attached instruments.
When disassembling, please reverse the steps.
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5. How To Set The Unit
5.1 Main Function
Turn on the unit, press the MENU button into menu mode, and press the UP/DOWN button until
the required function is shown on the monitor. Select the function by pressing the ENTER button.
Use the UP/DOWN button to choose the submenu, press the ENTER button to store and
automatically return to the last menu. Press the MENU button or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit
menu mode.
The main functions are shown below:
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DMX Settings
To select DMX Settings, press the ENTER button to confirm, use the UP/DOWN button to select
DMX Address, Channel Mode, No DMX Status, View DMX Value, Connect Option, Network,
Art-Net Settings, sACN Settings or Artnet to DMX.
DMX Address
To select DMX Address, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to adjust the
address from 001 to 24/503, press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the
last menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
Channel Mode
To select Channel Mode, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select
Mode1(489) or Mode2(10), press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the
last menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
No DMX Status
To select No DMX Status, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select
Blackout(fixture blacks out if DMX signal stops), Hold(fixture continues to obey the last command it
received Via DMX if DMX signal stops) or Manual(the fixture will automatically read the DMX value
in the “Manual Test” menu for operation after selecting this mode), press the ENTER button to store.
Press the MENU button back to the last menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
View DMX Value
To select View DMX Value, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to view
the DMX channel value. Press the MENU button back to the last menu or let the unit idle 30
seconds to exit menu mode.
Connect Option
To select Connect Option, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select
Auto, DMX, Art-Net or sACN, press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the
last menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
Network
To select Network, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select IP
Address or Subnet Mask, press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the last
menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
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Art-Net Settings
To select Art-Net Settings, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select
Net, Subnet or Universe, press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the last
menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
sACN Settings
To select sACN Settings, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select
sACN Universe or sACN Priority, press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to
the last menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
Artnet to DMX
To select Artnet to DMX, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select
No or Yes,press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the last menu or let the
unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
Fixture Settings
To select Fixture Settings, press the ENTER button to confirm, use the UP/DOWN button to select
Dimmer Curve, Dimmer Speed or White Balance.
Dimmer Curve
To select Dimmer Curve, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the DOWN/UP button to select
Linear, Square Law, Inv SQ Law or S Curve, press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button
back to the last menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
Optically Linear: The increase in light intensity appears to be linear as DMX value is increased.
Square Law: Light intensity control is finer at low levels and coarser at high levels.
Inverse Square Law: Light intensity control is coarser at low levels and finger at high levels.
S-Curve: Light intensity control is finger at low levels and high levels and coarser at medium levels.
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Dimmer Speed
To select Dimmer Speed, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select
Fast or Smooth, press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the last menu or
let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
White Balance
To select White Balance, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select
Red, Green or Blue, press the ENTER button to store. Use the UP/DOWN button to adjust the value
from 125 to 255, press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the last menu or
let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
Display Settings
To select Display Settings, press the ENTER button to confirm, use the UP/DOWN button to select
Display Invert.
Display Invert
Select Display Invert, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select No
(normal display) or Yes (invert display), press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button
back to the last menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
F ixture Test
To select F ixt ure Test , press the ENTER button to confirm, use the UP/DOWN button to select Auto
Test or Manual Test.
Auto Test
Select Auto Test, press the ENTER button to confirm, the unit will run built-in programs to
automatically test its functions. Press the MENU button back to the last menu or exit menu mode
after auto test.
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Manual Test
Select Manual Test, press the ENTER button to confirm, the present channel will show on the
display, use the UP/DOWN button to select channel, press the ENTER button to confirm, then use
the UP/DOWN button to adjust the value, press the ENTER button to store, the fixture will run as
the channel value indicates. Press the MENU button back to the last menu or exit menu mode idling
30 seconds.
(The fixture will return to the previous DMX state after exiting Manual Test menu and the Manual
Test parameters will be automatically saved after power off and restart.)
Information
To select Information, press the ENTER button to confirm, use the UP/DOWN button to select
Fixture Use Hour, LED Use Time, Upgrade File, Firmware Version, RDM UID or Error Logs.
Fixture Use Hour
Select Fixture Use Hour, press the ENTER button to confirm, fixture use hour will show on the
display, press the MENU button to exit.
LED Use Time
To select LED Use Time, press the ENTER button to confirm, use the UP/DOWN button to select
Total LED Hour, LED On Hour or LED Hours Reset, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the
UP/DOWN button to select No or Yes, press the ENTER button to store. Select Yes, press the ENTER
button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to set the password 050, press the ENTER button to
store. Press the MENU button back to the last menu or let the unit idle 30 seconds to exit menu
mode.
Upgrade File
Select Upgrade File, press the ENTER button to confirm, upgrade file will show on the display, press
the MENU button back to exit.
Firmware Version
Select Firmware Version, press the ENTER button to confirm, firmware version will show on the
display, press the MENU button back to exit.
RDM UID
Select RDM UID, press the ENTER button to confirm, RDM UID will show on the display, press the
MENU button back to exit.
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Error Logs
Select Error Logs, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select Fixture
Errors or Reset Error Log, press the ENTER button to store. Select Reset Error Log, press the ENTER
button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to select No or Yes, press the ENTER button to store.
Select Yes, press the ENTER button to confirm. Use the UP/DOWN button to set the password 050,
press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the last menu or let the unit idle
30 seconds to exit menu mode.
Factory Restore
Select Factory Restore,press the ENTER button to confirm, use the UP/DOWN button to select
No(normal) or Yes (the fixture will reset to factory settings), press ENTER button to store. Press the
MENU button to exit.
RDM FUNCTIONS
Select the MANUFACTURER menu to display the manufacturer of the fixture.
Select the SOFTWARE VERSION menu and the program version number of the fixture will be
displayed.
Select the DMX START ADDRESS menu to change the DMX 512 address (001-512).
Select the DEVICE MODEL DESCRIPTION menu to display the model of the fixture.
Select the DEVICE LABEL menu to change the model of the fixture.
Select the DMX PERSONALITY menu to set the channel mode of the fixture (489/10 channel).
Select the DMX PERSONALITY DESCRIPTION menu to display the current channel mode of the
fixture.
Select the DEVICE HOURS menu to display the running time of the fixture.
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6. Control By Universal DMX Controller
6.1 DMX512 Connection
1. At last unit, the DMX cable has to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120-o h m 1/4 W
resistor between pin 2(DMX-) and pin 3(DMX+) into a 3-pin XLR-plug and plug it in the DMX-output
of the last unit.
2. Connect the unit together in a “daisy chain” by XLR plug cable from the output of the unit to
the input of the next unit. The cable can only be used in series and cannot be connected in parallel.
DMX 512 is a very high-speed signal. Inadequate or damaged cables, soldered joints or corroded
connectors can easily distort the signal and shut down the system.
3. The DMX output and input connectors are pass-through to maintain the DMX circuit, when one
of the units’ power is disconnected.
4. Each lighting unit needs to have a DMX address to receive the data by the controller. The
address number is between 1-512.
5. The end of the DMX 512 system should be terminated to reduce signal errors.
6. 3 pin XLR connectors are more popular than 5 pins XLR.
3 pin XLR: Pin 1: GND, Pin 2: Negative signal (-), Pin 3: Positive signal (+)
5 pin XLR: Pin 1: GND, Pin 2: Negative signal (-), Pin 3: Positive signal (+), Pin4, Pin5 not used.
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6.2 Address Setting
If you use a universal DMX controller to control the units, you have to set DMX address from 1 to
512 so that the units can receive DMX signal.
Press the MENU button to enter menu mode, select DMX Settings, press the ENTER button to
confirm, use the UP/DOWN button to select DMX Address, press the ENTER button to confirm, the
present address will blink in the display, use the UP/DOWN button to adjust the address from 001 to
512, press the ENTER button to store. Press the MENU button back to the last menu or let the unit
idle 30 seconds to exit menu mode.
Please refer to the following diagram to address your DMX512 channel for the first 4 units.
Channel mode
Unit 1
Address
Unit 2
Address
Unit 3
Address
Unit 4
Address
489 channels 1 490 / /
10 channels 1 11 21 31
6.3 DMX512 Configuration
Please control the fixture by referring to the configurations below
Attentions:
1. The unit will maintain the last condition until reset if you cut-off the DMX signal.
2. For the channel Function, keep the value for about 3 seconds, then the corresponding function
will take into effect.
489 Channels (Mode 1):
CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION
1
000-255
DIMMER
0%100%
2 000-255 DIMMER FINE
3
000-007
008-015
016-131
132-139
140-181
182-189
190-231
STROBE
Close
Open
Strobe from Slow to Fast
Open
Slow Open Fast Close
Open
Fast Open Slow Close
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232-239
240-247
248-255
Open
Random Strobe
Open
4
000-255
RED 1
0%100%
5
000-255
GREEN 1
0%

100%
6
000-255
BLUE 1
0%100%
7
000-255
RED 2
0%

100%
8
000-255
GREEN 2
0%100%
9
000-255
BLUE 2
0%

100%
10
000-255
RED 3
0%

100%
11
000-255
GREEN 3
0%

100%
12
000-255
BLUE 3
0%

100%
13
000-255
RED 4
0%100%
14
000-255
GREEN 4
0%

100%
15
000-255
BLUE 4
0%100%
16
000-255
RED 5
0%

100%
17
000-255
GREEN 5
0%100%
18
000-255
BLUE 5
0%

100%
19
000-255
RED 6
0%

100%
20
000-255
GREEN 6
0%

100%
21
000-255
BLUE 6
0%

100%
22
000-255
RED 7
0%

100%
23
000-255
GREEN 7
0%

100%
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24
000-255
BLUE 7
0%

100%
25
000-255
RED 8
0%

100%
26
000-255
GREEN 8
0%100%
27
000-255
BLUE 8
0%

100%
28
000-255
RED 9
0%100%
29
000-255
GREEN 9
0%

100%
30
000-255
BLUE 9
0%100%
31
000-255
RED 10
0%

100%
32
000-255
GREEN 10
0%100%
33
000-255
BLUE 10
0%

100%
34
000-255
RED 11
0%

100%
35
000-255
GREEN 11
0%

100%
36
000-255
BLUE 11
0%

100%
37
000-255
RED 12
0%

100%
38
000-255
GREEN 12
0%

100%
39
000-255
BLUE 12
0%100%
40
000-255
RED 13
0%

100%
41
000-255
GREEN 13
0%100%
42
000-255
BLUE 13
0%

100%
43
000-255
RED 14
0%

100%
44
000-255
GREEN 14
0%

100%
45
000-255
BLUE 14
0%

100%
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46
000-255
RED 15
0%

100%
47
000-255
GREEN 15
0%

100%
48
000-255
BLUE 15
0%100%
49
000-255
RED 16
0%

100%
50
000-255
GREEN 16
0%100%
51
000-255
BLUE 16
0%

100%
52
000-255
RED 17
0%100%
53
000-255
GREEN 17
0%

100%
54
000-255
BLUE 17
0%100%
55
000-255
RED 18
0%

100%
56
000-255
GREEN 18
0%

100%
57
000-255
BLUE 18
0%

100%
58
000-255
RED 19
0%

100%
59
000-255
GREEN 19
0%

100%
60
000-255
BLUE 19
0%

100%
61
000-255
RED 20
0%100%
62
000-255
GREEN 20
0%

100%
63
000-255
BLUE 20
0%100%
64
000-255
RED 21
0%

100%
65
000-255
GREEN 21
0%

100%
66
000-255
BLUE 21
0%

100%
67
000-255
RED 22
0%

100%
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