Bargeheights LED 54AW User manual

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User Manual
LED 54AW

Page 3©2010 Bargeheights, Inc.LED 54AW User Manual rev. A
1. THEBEGINNING
Thanks!
Thank you for choosing the Bargeheights LED 54AW! This ver-
satile PAR-style LED wash luminaire will provide reliable perfor-
mance day in and day out. To ensure long lasting performance,
please follow the guidelines in this manual. The instructions
here are important for your safety and the maintenance of this
xture. Enjoy!
Unpacking
All of our luminaires are thoroughly tested prior to being
shipped. While your LED 54AW functioned perfectly when it left
us, it may have been bumped around during shipping. Please
inspect the carton and if you notice any damage, take a good
look at the xture. If you see any damage, it is important to
contact our support team right away. And, if you nd any pieces
necessary for operation are missing – let us know! We’ll make it
right as soon as possible.
Support
If something is not working properly, let us know! Grab a com-
puter or your favorite handheld device and head to
www.bargeheightslighting.com/support for user manuals,
DMX channel lists and support information. You can also email
us at [email protected]. We’re happy to help.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of re or electrical shock, do not attempt to
use this xture with any covers missing or removed.
The Bargeheights LED 54AW carries a one-year (365 day)
manufacturers’ limited warranty. Please contact Bargeheights
for warranty repair or returns. All returns require an RA (Return
Authorization) number. If your xture is still under warranty,
contact us and we’ll walk you through the process.
TABLEOFCONTENTS
1. The Beginning
Unpacking
Support
Introduction
DMX Quick Reference
2. Safety Information
3. Setup
DMX Cabling
DMX Termination
3-pin vs. 5-pin
Master/Slave Mode
4. Operation/Conguration
Menu Structure
DMX Control Mode
Standalone Control Modes
Master/Slave Mode
Technical Specications
Photometric Data
5. Care/Maintenance
Returns
Shipping Damage
Contact Us
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Introduction
• PAR-style LED Wash Luminaire
• Amber/White color mixing via 54 x 1w LEDs
(18 Amber, 36 White)
• High output, low power consumption
• Variable electronic strobe
• Variable electronic dimmer
• Master/Slave modes
• Built-in standalone modes - no controller required!
• Amber/White color mixing ability in standalone mode
• Rugged aluminum chassis
• Yoke with integrated oor mount
• Quiet internal fan for cooling
DMX Quick Reference
Channel Function
1 Overall Intensity/Strobe
2 Amber Intensity
3 White 1 Intensity
4 White 2 Intensity
2. SAFETYINFORMATION
• DO NOT connect the xture into a dimmer. Use constant line voltage only to
avoid damage.
• Make sure you are connecting the xture to line voltage that is not higher
than the voltage stated on the rear of the xture.
• The LED 54AW is for indoor use only. Do not expose the xture to rain, or
other moisture like your dishwasher.
• Do not operate the xture with ammable items nearby. NEVER lay anything
on the xture while it is on.
• Give it space! The LED 54AW needs at least 6in (15cm) from other surfaces
and objects. Make sure that none of the ventilation or fan slots are blocked.
• ALWAYS disconnect the xture from its power source before servicing or
cleaning.
• ALWAYS secure your LED 54AW using a safety cable. NEVER hang or carry it
by its cord. It has a yoke for a reason!
• DO NOT operate when the ambient temperatures are higher than 104°F
(40°C). If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for your LED 54AW!
• If your LED 54AW stops working properly, stop using it immediately. NEVER
try to repair it yourself. Attempting repairs in the eld can result in damage or
injury. Please contact us for repairs or replacement.
• Make sure the power cord is not frayed or damaged.
• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling on the cord. Use the plug!
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on. It’s cool looking,
and fun to watch, but staring into the light can damage your eyes!
There are no user serviceable parts inside this xture. Do not
open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself. Not only is it
a bad idea, it will void your warranty – which is a bummer when
you need a working light! If you do need service, please contact
Bargeheights. Damages sustained as a result of modications
to the xture, or disregarding information in this manual will
not be covered by your warranty. If something is wrong, let us
take a look at it. We’ll help you out!
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3. SETUP
DMX Cabling
The LED 54AW has standard 3-pin XLR connectors for DMX con-
trol and daisy-chaining. Up to 32 devices can be daisy-chained
together on a single run. Standard microphone cables will
probably work OK, but DMX is a serial data transmission with
impedance specications that are different than analog audio.
Cables specically designed to transmit DMX signals will always
work best. As an example, Belden© 9841 meets the specica-
tions for DMX-512 applications. The longer the cable distance,
the more important proper cable selection is.
DMX Termination
Sometimes, errors will crop up in your DMX line – especially if it
is a long run. When this is the case, or if you just want to make
sure your DMX runs have the best chance at accurate transmis-
sion, you can use a terminator. A terminator is a 120 ohm ¼
watt resistor which is connected between pins 2 and 3 of a male
XLR connector (DATA + and DATA -). This connector is inserted
in the female XLR connector of the last xture in your daisy
chain to terminate the line. Using a cable terminator will de-
crease the possibility of erratic behavior. Terminators are avail-
able on the internet and from lighting retailers. If you’re handy
with a soldering iron, they are simple to build yourself!
1
120 Ohm resistor
¼ watt
DMX Terminator
3-pin XLR Male connector
1
2
3
1
2
3
Shield
Data +
Data -
3-pin vs. 5-pin
Some manufacturers use 5-pin XLR connectors for DMX trans-
mission. Don’t worry! The two are still compatible. Adapters are
available on the internet and from lighting retailers. If you want
to build your own, here are the proper connections:
Cable Conductor 3-pin Female
(output)
5-pin Male
(input)
Shield (Ground) Pin 1 Pin 1
DMX Data + Pin 2 Pin 2
DMX Data - Pin 3 Pin 3
not connected - not connected
not connected - not connected
Master/Slave Mode
The LED 54AW also has a Master/Slave mode. In this mode you
can set the rst xture in the line to act as the master control-
ler – and up to 32 other xtures can be connected and will mir-
ror the operation of the rst. In this conguration, you do not
need a DMX controller.
Connect the xtures just as
you would for DMX control.
See the OPERATION sec-
tion of this manual for more
information on how to set up
Master/Slave mode.
DMX IN DMX OUT
DMX IN DMX OUT
Master Fixture
Slave Fixture
to next xture
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4. OPERATION/CONFIGURATION
We here at Bargeheights don’t really care for DIP switches.
They are hard to see in the dark, and since most of us don’t
quickly think in binary, they are tricky to set properly. The
LED 54AW has an LED display with a simple menu system.
There are four control buttons below the display that allow you
to navigate the control menus.
<MENU> – Go up a level in the menu system
<ENTER> – Select the current number / menu selection
<UP> – Scroll to the next higher number or menu selection
<DOWN> – Scroll to the next lower number or menu selection
To access the main menu press the <MENU> button. Use the
<UP> or <DOWN> buttons to navigate through the menu
options. Press the <ENTER> button to select the option dis-
played, and use the <UP> or <DOWN> buttons to change
the settings. Once your changes are made press <ENTER> to
accept the change.
If the LED 54AW menu remains static for more than eight sec-
onds it will automatically return to its last setting. To exit the
menu without making any changes press the <MENU> button.
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Menu Enter Up Down
Menu Structure
Addr
AL--
3L--
3l--
FLAS
FAdE
ASC-
SOUA
SOUF
A001-A512
AL00-AL12
3L00-3L12
3l00-3l12
FL00-FL12
FA00-FA12
AS00-AS12
DMX Address Setting
Amber Dimmer
White 1 Dimmer
White 2 Dimmer
Strobe Slow -> Fast
Color Fade Slow -> Fast
Color Cycle Slow -> Fast
Sound Control Mode:
Color Cycle
Sound Control Mode:
Strobe