BulbAmerica iLED-24 User manual

iLED-24
User Manual
Snapshot
Please read these instructions carefully before use
OK on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated Option
DMX-512
Master/Slave
115V/230V
Switch
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN...................................................................................................................................................... 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED..............................................................................................................................................................3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................................. 3
AC POWER ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................................. 5
FEATURES ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
DMX CHANNEL SUMMARY.................................................................................................................................................. 5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
3. SETUP.............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
FUSE REPLACEMENT.......................................................................................................................................................... 7
FIXTURE LINKING................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Data Cabling .................................................................................................................................................................... 7
DMX Data Cable............................................................................................................................................................... 7
Cable Connectors............................................................................................................................................................. 8
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart ...................................................................................................................................... 8
SETTING UP A DMX SERIAL DATA LINK ............................................................................................................................... 8
MASTER/SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING ....................................................................................................................................... 9
MOUNTING ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Orientation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Rigging.............................................................................................................................................................................. 9
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................................................... 10
NAVIGATING THE CONTROL PANEL.................................................................................................................................... 10
MENU MAP....................................................................................................................................................................... 11
MENU FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................ 12
OPERATION...................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Stand-Alone Mode (Auto Mode): .................................................................................................................................... 13
Master/Slave Mode (Master Sound, Master Auto):.....................................................................................................14,15
DMX-512 Mode................................................................................................................................................................. 16
5. APPENDIX...................................................................................................................................................................... 16
DMX PRIMER................................................................................................................................................................... 16
PHOTOMETRICS ............................................................................................................................................................... 17
GENERAL MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................................. 18
CLAIMS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 18
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 19
Size………………………................................................................................................................................................. 20
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
•1 x iLED-24
•Users Manual
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to
ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the
shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear
damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton
and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is
important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.
AC Power
This fixture has an auto-switching power supply that can accommodate a wide range of
input voltages. The only thing necessary to do before powering on the unit is to make
sure the line voltage you are applying is within the range of accepted voltages. This
fixture will accommodate between 100V and 240V AC. All fixtures must be powered
directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or
dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0% to 100%
switch.
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Safety Instructions
• Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user,
be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet.
• Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line
voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or rear panel
of the fixture.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
• Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing fuse and be sure to
replace with same fuse source.
• Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain.
• Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 95°F (35°C). Do not operate fixture at
temperatures higher than this.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to
repair the unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage
or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
Always use the same type spare parts.
• Don’t connect the device to a dimmer pack.
• Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
• Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
• Do not daisy chain power to more than 20 units at 120V, or 40 units at 230V.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the
housing or attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit
may require service, please contact your vendor
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Please read these instructions carefully, which includes
important information about the installation, usage and
maintenance of this product.
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2. INTRODUCTION
Features
• 4-channel DMX-512 LED LIGHT (with ID addressing)
• Blackout/static/dimmer/strobe/pulse
• RGB color mixing with or without DMX controller
• Built-in automated programs via master/slave, DMX
• Program and recall custom programs via master/slave, DMX
• RGB fade delay channel for snapping or fading
Additional Features
• Available in black or silver
• Durable and weather resistant IP65 rated
• Additional power output for daisy chaining units together (max 20 units @
120V)
• LED display with lock-out feature
• Low power consumption
DMX Channel Summary
Channel
Function
Value/Level
1 Red 0% -> 100% 000-255
2 Green 0% -> 100% 000-255
3 Blue 0% -> 100% 000-255
4 Dimmer 0% -> 100%
Strobe Slow -> Fast
Color Scroll Fast -> Slow
000-127
128-199
200-255
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Product Overview
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Power Out
Connector
DMX Out
Connector
Power In
Connector
DMX In
Connector
Control
Panel
Tilt
Adjustment
Knob
Hanging
Bracket
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3. SETUP
Fixture Linking
You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a
DMX-512 controller or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a
master/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required by all the
fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support.
Important: Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line.
To comply with the EIA-485 standard no more than 32 devices should be
connected on one data link. Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one
serial data link without the use of a DMX optically-isolated splitter may
result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 meters (1640 ft.)
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 fixtures
Data Cabling
To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase
CHAUVET-certified DMX cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own
cable. If you choose to create your own cable please use data-grade cables that can
carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference.
DMX DATA CABLE
Use a Belden© 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485
applications. Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long
distances. The cable will have the following characteristics:
2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield
Maximum capacitance between conductors – 30 pF/ft.
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield – 55 pF/ft.
Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.
Nominal impedance 100 – 140 ohms
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CABLE CONNECTORS
Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on
the other end.
CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis
ground. Grounding the common can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may
perform erratically Test cables with an ohm meter to verify correct polarity and to
make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.
3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART
Note! If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to
use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter. CHAUVET Model No: DMX5M, or DMX5F.
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:
3 PIN TO 5 PIN CONVERSION CHART
Co
ndutor
3 Pin Female (output) 5 Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield
Pin 1 Pin 1
Data (
-
) signal
Pin 2 Pin 2
Data ( + ) signal
Pin 3 Pin 3
Do not use
Do not use
Do not use
Do not use
Setting up a DMX Serial Data Link
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin
connector of the controller.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the controller which will have a (female) 3
pin connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin
connector.
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Universal DMX
Controller
Continue
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Master/Slave Fixture Linking
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin
connector of the first fixture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3
pin connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin
connector. Then,proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the
following fixture and so on.
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Often, the setup for Master-Slave and Standalone operation
requires that the first fixture in the chain be initialized for this
purpose via either settings in the control panel or DIPswitches.
Secondarily, the fixtures that follow may also require a slave
setting. Please consult the “Operating Instructions” section in
this manual for complete instructions for this type of setup and
configuration.
TO DMX
CONTROLLER
1---GND
2---DATA-
3---DATA+
TOAC POWER SUPPLY
GND---(GREEN / YELLOW CABLE)
NEUTRAL---(WHTE / BLUE CABLE)
LIVE---(BLACK / BROWN CABLE)
TO THE NEXT
UNIT
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Mounting
ORIENTATION
This fixture may be mounted in any position provided there is adequate room for
ventilation.
RIGGING
It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the
fixture using, a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. Adjust the angle of the
fixture by loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture. After finding the
desired position, retighten both knobs
• When selecting installation location, take into consideration lamp
replacement access and routine maintenance.
• Safety cables must always be used.
• Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high.
humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Navigating the Control Panel
Access control panel functions using the four panel buttons located directly underneath
the LED Display.
Button Function
<
M
ENU>
To select the programming functions.
<ENTER> To confirm the selected functions.
<VAL+> To setting DMX value up.
<VAL-> To setting DMX value down.
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Hanging Clamp
Note!
Clamp is sold
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