CANTO USA Astro 250 User manual

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CANTO®FOLLOWSPOT
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE NORTH AMERICAN REGION 120/208V 60 HZ
MODELS COVERED
01207190 Canto®Astro 250 Wi-Fi RGBW DMX 512+RDM LED
We hope that this product will meet your requirements, but if for any reason this should not be the case, we ask that you
contact us directly at 888-252-5912 to help address your needs. We wish to provide all of our customers with the best
quality products available. The product you purchased has been manufactured with maximum care in construction and
choice of components. If you have received your equipment damaged for any reason beyond our control, please contact
your local dealer who supplied the product to you within 72 hours after receiving our product.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
01. Important Safety Norms .............................................................................. page 4
02. Check packing content ................................................................................ page 5
03. Mounting the spigot .................................................................................... page 5
04. Mounting the iris diaphragm ........................................................................ page 6
05. Shutter blades ............................................................................................ page 6
06. Adjusting the yoke ...................................................................................... page 6
07. Wiring ...................................................................................................... page 7
08. Voltage ..................................................................................................... page 7
09. Local Control Panel and Operation .............................................................. page 7
10. Menu ........................................................................................................ page 8
10.1 DMX or manual mode ........................................................................... page 8
10.2 DMX address ........................................................................................ page 9
10.3 Dimmer Resolution ................................................................................. page 9
10.4 Lost DMX Signal .................................................................................... page 9
10.5 Strobe ................................................................................................. page 9
10.6 Strobe Speed......................................................................................... page 10
10.7 Dimming curve ..................................................................................... page 10
10.8 Cut off dimming response ....................................................................... page 10
10.9 Dimming behavior ................................................................................. page 11
10.10 Fan Setting ......................................................................................... page 11
10.11 LCD Screen Illumination ....................................................................... page 12
10.12 Red color intesity ................................................................................. page 12
10.13 Green color intensity ........................................................................... page 12
10.14 Blue color intensity .............................................................................. page 12
10.15 White color intensity ............................................................................ page 13
10.16 Temperature control ............................................................................. page 13
10.17 Software version ................................................................................. page 13
10.18 Net ................................................................................................... page 13
10.19 Sub-Net ............................................................................................. page 13
10.20 Universe ............................................................................................ page 14
10.21 Manual dimmer Type ........................................................................... page 14
10.22-A Pro or basic control .......................................................................... page 14
10.23-B Factory setting .................................................................................. page 15
10.24-C ID REMOTO .................................................................................... page 15
10.25-D Calibration ...................................................................................... page 15
10.26-E IP address ........................................................................................ page 16
10.27-F Subnet Mask .................................................................................... page 16
10.28-G Service set identifier (SSID) ............................................................... page 16
10.29-H Password ........................................................................................ page 16
10.30-I Exit Hidden menu .............................................................................. page 16
11. App settings from LDR mobile controller ........................................................ page 17

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12. App settings and operations from user’s Android mobile controller ................... page 18
12.1 Settings ................................................................................................ page 18
12.2 Operating the Astro Wi-Fi ...................................................................... page 23
12.3 Creating, storing and deleting colors ....................................................... page 24
13.App settings and operations from user’s IOs mobile controller ........................... page 25
13.1 Operating the Astro Wi-Fi ...................................................................... page 27
13.2 Creating, storing and deleting colors ....................................................... page 27
14. Universal 360° rotating mobile device holder, supplied .................................. page 29
15. Positioning your device mobile ..................................................................... page 30
16. Recharging your mobile battery ................................................................... page 30
17. Clamp-on mobile digital dimmer .................................................................. page 30
18. Focusing ................................................................................................... page 30
19. Cleaning and maintenance ......................................................................... page 30
20. Spare sparts .............................................................................................. page 31
21. Warranty .................................................................................................. page 31
22. Available accessories ................................................................................. page 32
23. Summary of controls and functions ............................................................... page 33
24. DMX charts ............................................................................................... page 35
24.1 DMX CHART 1 (16 bit dimmer and strobe disabled) .................................. page 35
24.2 DMX CHART 2 (16 bit dimmer inabled, strobe disabled) ........................... page 35
24.3 DMX CHART 3 (strobe functions inabled, 8 bit dimmer) ............................. page 36
24.4 DIMX CHART 4 (16 bit dimmer and strobe inabled) .................................. page 37

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CAREFULLY READ THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS FIXTURE.
The instructions given here ensure safe usage of this product. User’s failure to comply with the installation, operation,
maintenance and safety procedures mentioned in this manual as well as those generally applicable to lighting equipment,
may cause the fixture not to perform as expected.
CantoUSA accepts no liability for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from the customer’s
failure to follow the installation, operating, maintenance and safety procedures described in this manual. These limitations
extend to damages for personal injury, property damage, loss of operation, loss of profits, loss of product or loss of time,
whether incurred by the customer, the customer’s employees, or third-party vendors or users.
Apart from the instructions given in this manual, all relevant safety and health standards of the appropriate local city and
state electrical / safety directives must be complied with.
PLEASE SEE OUR GENERAL TERMS OF SALE AND WARRANTY CARD PROVIDED WITH YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT OR
EMAIL US FOR A COPY AT ANY TIME.
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
This product may reach high temperatures depending on the model ordered. Avoid any direct contact with its metal exhaust parts.
*NEVER WORK INSIDE AN OPERATING UNIT WITHOUT IT BEING COOLED AND UNPLUGGED FROM
POWER SOURCE. NEVER EVER WORK INSIDE A UNIT THAT IS TURNED ON.
*WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE IGNITION, DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM POWER BEFORE SERVICING
* Continuous mains power is required for this spotlight as an internal dimmer controls the intensity via DMX or local rotary
knob. An accessory moving manual dimmer is furthermore available for positioning on the side grab handles.
* Use of a phase control dimmed mains supply may damage the internal electronics.
* This product features fan-assisted ventilation. Make sure you do not cover the fans or obstruct the air flow at any one time.
* Make sure the fans are working correctly. Should you detect even the slightest malfunction, switch the luminaire off and
carry out the necessary servicing. Replace the fans if necessary.
* This product is rated IP 20 and is therefore designed for interior use only. For details on maximum ambient temperature,
minimum distance from flammable objects and tilt angle, please refer to what indicated on the product label.
* Repairing and replacement of any component of this product must be carried out exclusively by professional personnel in
conformity with the relevant safety and health standards and only with original Canto USA components.
* Replacement of any part of the wiring system must be carried out exclusively by professional personnel in compliance with
the original wiring diagram and with components identical to or compatible with those originally fitted.
* Installation of this product must be exclusively carried out by professional personnel

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BEFORE YOU GET STARTED, PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COMPLETELY.
2. CHECKING BOX CONTENTS:
Upon opening the boxes, please make sure the boxes contain the following items:
FOLLOWSPOT:
A. In case you bought just the followspot – item #01207190 Canto ASTRO 250 Wi-Fi RGBW
1. Fixture:
a. Followspot
b. Separate mains power cable with PowerCon
c. Iris diaphragm
d. 28mm spigot with M12 self locking nut and plain washer
e. Clamp-on digital dimmer A20702071
f. Universal mobile device holder A20702073
B. In case you bought the complete kit – item #K01207190 packed in a flight case:
a. Followspot
b. Separate mains power cable with PowerCon
c. Iris diaphragm
d. 28mm spigot with M12 self locking nut and plain washer
e. Clamp-on digital dimmer A20702071
f. Universal mobile device holder A20702073
TRIPOD STAND:
Tripod – May or may not include casters for the tripod. Casters are an accessory that can be purchased.
3. MOUNTING THE SPIGOT:
Make sure the tripod you are going to use features a (28mm) top aperture for the supplied spigot.
Remove the M12 nut and washer from the spigot and insert the threaded end into the center hole of the yoke of the
followspot from beneath the yoke. Tighten the M12 nut with a suitable tool so that the spigot securely holds the followspot in
place but allows proper movement of the fixture.
Loosen the “T” Handle screw where the spigot inserts into the tripod. Mount the followspot onto the tripod. Place the tripod
in such a manner where the “T” Handle screw runs parallel to the yoke. Make sure the spigot shaft sits 12mm above the
base of the tripod. There is a recess in the spigot shaft just below the base that is a good indication of where to mount the
spigot. Make sure the area you are placing the product on can withstand the product load (see product label to check on
weight) i.e. catwalk or balcony.

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4. MOUNTING THE IRIS DIAPHRAGM:
The iris diaphragm supplied with the followspot has 20 leaves to size the beam from a maximum aperture of 68mm to a
minimum of 5mm. A black-out iris diaphragm is available to special order.
1. Using a Phillips screw-driver remove the two phillips screws from the sides of the iris plate.
2. Slide the diaphragm in the gate area.
3. Tighten the screws.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT LEAVE THE IRIS CLOSED FOR OVER 5 MINUTES WHILE THE LED IS ON
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE ABOVE NOTICE MAY CAUSE THE IRIS AND THE FOLLOWSPOT TO SUFFER
MAJOR HEAT DAMAGE AND WILL INVALIDATE THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
5. SHUTTER BLADES:
Shutter blades are not supplied with the unit, but are available as a separate accessory. They are sold as single items and
the relevant part number is R80208019. 4 are required.
6. ADJUSTING THE YOKE:
This followspot is provided with a yoke balancing adjustment. The balancing point is factory set for a standard usage of
the product configuration supplied (without color); however, should you need to adjust the balancing, please proceed as
follows:
1. The followspot must be mounted on the tripod stand with all relevant accessories attached.
2. Using a Phillips screw-driver, loosen the 2 (M5) screws on each side of the mounting plate of the yoke.
3. Gently slide the followspot backward or forward to the required position.
4. Make sure the yoke is correctly aligned horizontally.
5. Tighten the 4 5mm screws.

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7. WIRING:
Before being connected to power, please make sure that the unit is outfitted with a suitable plug. Make sure the plug conforms
to the lamp power load. This fixture must be grounded. Ensure the plug conforms to the relevant local safety requirement and
UL electrical standards.
To perform a correct wiring, please note that the cores in this mains lead are color-coded as follows:
Ground: green+yellow – Neutral: blue - Hot: brown
In case the colors of the wires do not correspond to the color of the connection points on your plug, please proceed as follows:
• The green or green and yellow wire is ground and must be connected to the connection point marked with the
letter E or with the symbol or colored in green or in green+yellow
• The blue wire is neutral and must be connected to the connection point marked with the letter N or with the
symbol or colored in black
• The brown wire is hot and must be connected to the connection point marked with the letter L or with the
symbol or colored in red
Before you finally position this product for use, temporarily connect it to a properly fused power supply to check the lamp
works correctly.
8. VOLTAGE:
Before operating this unit please refer to the product label mounted at the back of the luminaire to
check you are operating with the correct voltage.
The Astro 250 LED can be operated between 120V and 208 V.
9. LOCAL CONTROL PANEL AND OPERATION:
OPERATION: LCD display for DMX address, system setup and status details.
POWER: power LED status indicator , red color. ON= power
DMX: DMX LED status indicator, green color. LED OFF = DMX OFF and manual control activated ,
LED ON = DMX MODE activated with no DMX signal, FLASHING LED = receiving DMX
MENU: rotary switch selector to select and modify the operational modes.
Turn left or right to navigate through the menu and press to select or to confirm
DMX IN: input DMX signal (pin1=0 , pin2= DATA- , pin3=DATA+ ).
DMX OUT : Loop through DMX signal output
POWER IN: Mains power input
POWER OUT: Mains power output

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10 MENU:
There are fourteen different menus to control the settings of ASTRO RGBW LED. The rotary selector is used to adjust the
settings and to navigate through the menu. Turn left or right to select the menu and push to access or to confirm the selected
data or functions. To exit the selected menus without saving the data, press the rotary selector for at least 1 second.
10.1 WI-FI, DMX OR MANUAL (MODE):
Color control of the Astro is achieved through a totally innovative technology. The Astro Wi-Fi generates a proprietary Wi-Fi
access which will recognize one device only and whose range reaches 15m approximately in obstacle-.free environments.
Access to the Wi-Fi access is protected by password. A universal mobile phone holder (3.5/6.5in), rotatable over 360°,
supplied with the Astro and clamped on one of the side bars, allows the installation of a mobile device, either IOS or
Android to take control of the followspot.
If the Astro was purchased complete with the Canto USA controller A20702074 (available as an optional accessory)
Smartphone Honor 75 Black, pre-loaded with the Android Art-Net Controller app, relevant settings and libraries, it is ready
to be operated. In case you are using your own mobile device, please refer to chapter 12 and 13 of this manual for all the
necessary steps needed to set up the control system.
Select the LED control mode between Wi-Fi (factory setting – if you want to control the color mixing through a mobile
device), DMX and manual. To change the control mode press once the rotary selector until an arrow appears on the menu.
Turn the selector to the right or the left to select the desired mode of operation and press to confirm your selection.
In order to work properly with an external mobile device the Astro must be set in Wi-Fi mode at the default settings. If default
settings have been changed, please refer to chapter 10.23-B to reset the product to factory settings.
Tap the rotary selector and the LCD screen will display the mode status and the current value:

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10.2 DMX ADDRESS (ADDR):
It allows to select the initial DMX starting address to remotely control the LED functions. To change the initial DMX address
press the rotary switch until an arrow appears, then turn to change to the desired DMX starting address. Press to confirm
your selection. Factory setting is 001.
10.3 DIMMER RESOLUTION (8/16B):
The dimming resolution can be controlled at 8 bits from one DMX channel to 16 bits with 2 DMX channels. Factory setting is
8 Bit.
10.4 LOST DMX SIGNAL (DMXMEM):
In case of signal failure this function allows to store in memory the last DMX value. This function is forced ON in Wi-Fi
mode. Factory setting is ON. Three options are available:
10.5 STROBE (STROBE):
This function allows to activate the strobe function. Factory setting is DISABLE.

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10.6 STROBE SPEED (SETSTR):
It allows to set the strobe speed. This menu is not active when the strobe function is disabled or when it is remotely controlled
through DMX. Factory setting is OPEN.
10.7 DIMMING CURVE (CURVES):
This function allows to select a response curve for the Astro. A choice of two curves is available: Square and Linear.
Factoring setting is SQUARE.
10.8 CUT OFF DIMMING RESPONSE (CUTOFF):
This function allows to select a LED behavior simulating a tungsten-halogen lamp during the dimming cut off. Factory setting
is SLOW.