ARRI Claypaky Midi-B FX User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ENGLISH
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meet your expectations and requirements.
INDEX
Page Contents
2 1. Safety information
3 2. Unpacking and preparation
4 3. Installation and start-up
43.1 Installing the fixture
5 3.2 Connecting to manis supply
5 3.3 Connecting the control signal line: DMX / Art-Net
6 3.4 Switching on the fixture and basic SetUp
8 4. Maintenance
84.1 Maintenance and Caution
94.2 Battery removal
10 4.3 Opening the covers
12 5. Dimensions
12 6. Cause and solution of problems
Midi-B FX
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SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT: Claypaky recommends you carefully read and keep the safety information on this product, also
available in digital format at the following link:
www.claypaky.com
Ref: [FIS02Q - Safety Information Midi-B FX]
INFORMAZIONI DI SICUREZZA
IMPORTANTE: Claypaky raccomanda di leggere accuratamente e conservare le informazioni di sicurezza relative
a questo prodotto, sempre reperibili in versione digitale al seguente link:
www.claypaky.com
Rif: [FIS02Q - Safety Information Midi-B FX]
INFORMATIONEN ZUR SICHERHEIT
WICHTIG: Claypaky empfiehlt, die Sicherheitsinformationen bezüglich dieses Produkts genau zu lesen und
aufzubewahren. Sie sind in Digitalversion immer unter folgendem Link auffindbar:
www.claypaky.com
Ref: [FIS02Q - Safety Information Midi-B FX]
INFORMACIONES DE SEGURIDAD
IMPORTANTE: Claypaky recomienda leer detenidamente y conservar la información de seguridad relativa a este
producto. Además, está disponible una versión digital de la misma en el siguiente enlace:
www.claypaky.com
Ref: [FIS02Q - Safety Information Midi-B FX]
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ
IMPORTANT: Claypaky recommande de lire attentivement et de conserver les informations de sécurité relatives à
ce produit, disponibles en version digitale au lien suivant:
www.claypaky.com
Réf. : [FIS02Q - Safety Information Midi-B FX]
ИНСТРУКЦИЮ ПО ТЕХНИКЕ БЕЗОПАСНОСТИ
ВАЖНО: Claypaky рекомендует внимательно прочитать и сохранить инструкцию по технике безопасности
данного изделия, которая всегда доступна в электронном формате по следующей ссылке:
www.claypaky.com
Наименование: [FIS02Q - Safety Information Midi-B FX]
1. SAFETY INFORMATION

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45°
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45°
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45°
45°
45°
45°
45°
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
UNLOCKED
LOCKED
90°
90°
90°
90°
90°
90°
90°
90°
PAN Mechanism Lock and Release (every 90°) -Fig. 2
TILT Mechanism Lock and Release (every 45°) -Fig. 3
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Packing contents - Fig. 1
2 x 183102/805
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2. UNPACKING AND PREPARATION

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EthernetDMX THRU Power inDMX IN
LCD Display Functional buttons Fuse Power out
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Control panel- Fig. 5
Installing the projector - Fig. 4
The projector can be installed on the floor resting on special rubber feet, on a truss or on the ceiling or wall.
WARNING: with the exception of when the projector is positioned on the floor, the safety cable must be fitted. (Cod. 105041/003 available on request).
This must be securely fixed to the support structure of the projector and then connected to the fixing point at the centre of the base.
3. INSTALLATION AND START-UP
3.1 Installing the fixture

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1
2
3
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Connecting and disconnecting power cable - Fig. 6
3.2 Connecting to manis supply
Connecting to the control signal line (DMX) - Fig. 8
Use a cable conforming to specifications EIA RS-485: 2-pole twisted, shielded, 120Ohm characteristic impedance, 22-24 AWG, low capacity. Do not use
microphone cable or other cable with characteristics differing from those specified. The end connections must be made using XLR type 5-pin male/female
connectors. A terminating plug must be inserted into the last projector with a resistance of 120Ohm (minimum 1/4 W) between terminals 2 and 3.
IMPORTANT: The wires must not make contact with each other or with the metal casing of the connectors. The casing itself must be connected to the
shield braid and to pin 1 of the connectors.
SIGNAL
SCREEN
DMX 512
5 PIN
1
2
3
4
5
SIGNAL
Ethernet
Mains
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8
Connecting to the mains supply - Fig. 7
3.3 Connecting the control signal line: DMX / Art-Net
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Reversal of the display - Fig. 10
To activate this function, press UP
B
and DOWN
C
keys simultaneously while the display is in the rest mode. This status will be memorised and
maintained even for the next time it will be switched on. To return to the initial state, repeat the operation all over again.
Setting the projector starting address
On each projector, the starting address must be set for the control signal (addresses from 1 to 512).
The address can also be set with the projector switched off.
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Switching on the projector - Fig. 9
Switch-on the fixture. The projector starts resetting the effects. At the same time, the following information scrolls on the display:
Model
Midi-B FX
On conclusion of resetting in case of absence of the dmx signal, Pan and Tilt move to the “Home” position (Pan 128 bit - Tilt 128 bit). The control panel
(Fig. 8) has a display and buttons for the complete programming and management of the projector menu. The display can be in one of two conditions:
rest status and setting status. When it is in the rest status, the display shows the projector’s DMX address and the Fixture ID address (if set).
During menu setting status, after a wait time (about 30 seconds) without any key having been pressed, the display automatically returns to rest status.
It should be noted than when this condition occurs, any possible value that has been modified but not yet confirmed with the
F
key will be cancelled.
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Dmx Address
Warning Message
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3.4 Switching on the fixture and basic SetUp

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Functions of the buttons - Using the menu
Setting addresses and options with the projector disconnected
The projector’s DMX address, as well as other possible operating options, can also be set when the appliance is disconnected from the electricity supply.
All that is needed is to press
RIGHT
E
to momentarily activate the display and thus access the settings. Once the required operations have been
carried out, the display will switch off again after a wait time of 30 seconds.
USING THE MENU:
1) Press LEFT
D
once – “Main Menu” appears on the display.
2) Use the UP
B
and DOWN
C
keys to select the menu to be used:
• Setup (Setup Menu): To set the setting options.
• Option (Option Menu): To set the operating options
• Informations (Informations Menu): To read the counters, software version and other information.
• Manual Control (Manual control Menu): To trigger the test and manual control functions.
• Test (Test Menu): To check the proper functionning of effects
• Advanced (Advanced Menu): Access to the "Advanced menu" is recommended for a trained technical personnel.
3) Press
F
to display the first item in the selected menu.
4) Use the UP
B
and DOWN
C
keys to select the MENU items.
Confirms the displayed value, or activates the displayed function, or enters the successive
menu.
Decreases the value displayed (with auto-repetitions) or passes to the next item in the menu.
Increases the value displayed (with auto-repetitions) or passes to the previous item in a menu.
Return to the top level
Enters the successive menu.
F
C
DOWN
B
UP
D
LEFT
E
RIGHT

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CAUTION:
• To avoid damage to the internal parts of the fixture when the fixture is not working, is recommended to turn the head down before turning the fixture
off, so that the front lenses of the fixture are invested as little as possible from the sun.
• Set Zoom channel to 255-bit before turning off the projector to facilitate the packaging of the projector.
• It is recommended not to use compressed air with more than 4 atmospheres for cleaning the internal parts of the fixture, led board area.
This is to avoid damaging electronic components.
•To ensure optimal operation and performance for a long time it is essential to periodically clean the parts subject to dust and grease deposits. The
frequency with which the following operations are to be carried out depends on various factors, such as the amount of the effects and the quality of
the working environment (air humidity, presence of dust, salinity, etc.).
It is recommended that the projector undergoes an annual service by a qualified technician for special maintenance involving at least the following
operations:
- General cleaning of internal parts.
- Restoring lubrication of all parts subject to friction, using lubricants specifically supplied by Claypaky.
- General visual check of the internal components, cabling, mechanical parts, etc.
- Electrical, photometric and functional checks; eventual repairs.
Cleaning the lenses
Only use neutral soap and water to clean the lenses, then dry it carefully with a soft, non-abrasive cloth. (WARNING: the use of alcohol or any other
detergent could damage the lenses).
Light collimation system
This product contains internal light
collimation system. Avoid intense
light from any angle.
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WARNING:
no alcohol
4. MAINTENANCE
4.1 Maintenance and Caution

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Battery removal - Fig. 12
This product contains a rechargeable battery. To preserve the environment, please dispose the battery at the end of its life according to the
regulation in force.
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4.2 Battery removal
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Opening the covers - Fig. 13
4.3 Opening the covers

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Cleaning the filters - Fig. 14

THE PROJECTOR WILL NOT SWITCH ON
PROBLEMS
ELECTRONICS NON-OPERATIONAL
DEFECTIVE PROJECTION
REDUCED LUMINOSITY
POSSIBLE CAUSES CHECKS AND REMEDIES
No mains supply.
LED exhausted or defective.
Signal transmission cable faulty or disconnected.
Incorrect addressing.
Fault in the electronic circuits.
Lenses broken
Dust or grease deposited.
Check the power supply voltage.
Call an authorised technician.
Replace the cables.
Check addresses (see instructions).
Call an authorised technician.
Call an authorised technician.
Clean (see instructions).
6. CAUSE AND SOLUTION OF PROBLEMS
IST02Z/001 – EN - Rev.0 11/2023
www.claypaky.com – Service support & Helpdesk: https://e-assist.tech
5. DIMENSIONS
474
(18.66")
252
(9.92")
390
(15.35")
362
(14.25")
260
(10.24")
400
(15.75")
370
(14.57")
494
(19.45")
600
(23.62")
Midi-B FX