CANTO USA Aurora X1 Series User manual

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CANTO USA FOLLOWSPOT
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
90240VAC. 50/60HZ
MODELS COVERED
XLED Aurora X1 Series - Short, Medium, Long
Thank you purchasing the Aurora X1 LED Followspot. We hope this product will meet your facilities or performances requirements, 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 work to
provide our customers with the best products available. This product has been manufactured with maximum care in construction and choice
of components. If you have received equipment that is damaged for any reason, please contact your local dealer who supplied the product
within 72 hours after receiving our product.
Short Throw: Medium Throw: Long Throw:
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Table of Contents
Front Cover .......................................................................................................................................................................... page 1
Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................................................ page 2
1. Specifications....................................................................................................................................................................... page 3
2. Important Safety Protocols ................................................................................................................................................. page 5
3. Checking The Shipment (Per Fixture:)................................................................................................................................. page 6
4: Aurora X1 Feature Overview ............................................................................................................................................. page 7
5. Aurora X1 Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................... page 8
For Medium Throw and Long Throw Configurations................................................................................................... page 8
5.1 Medium And Long Throw Configuration: Tripod .......................................................................................... page 8
5.2 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the Yoke ....................................................................... page 9
5.3 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the Base Body............................................................. page 10
5.4 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the Gel Changer......................................................... page 11
5.5 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine ............................................................ page 12
5.6 Medium Throw or Long Throw: Mounting the Lens Tube ............................................................................... page 16
5.7 Power Off or On Safety ................................................................................................................................... page 18
For Short Throw Configuration ..................................................................................................................................... page 19
5.8 Short Throw Configuration: Tripod .................................................................................................................. page 19
5.9 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Yoke.............................................................................................. page 20
5.10 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Base Body.................................................................................. page 21
5.11 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Lens Tube .................................................................................... page 22
5.12 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine ................................................................................ page 24
5.13 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Gel Changer.............................................................................. page 28
5.14 Power Off or On Safety................................................................................................................................. page 29
6. Removing LED Engine (for Replacement or Service)........................................................................................................ page 30
7: Re-Installing the LED Engine ............................................................................................................................................... page 34
8: Installing A Gobo! (AKA Projection Pattern)..................................................................................................................... page 38
9: Restoring Balance: Without Much Force........................................................................................................................... page 41
10: Electrical Connections Matrix: ......................................................................................................................................... page 45
11: Gel Changer Overview and Operation.......................................................................................................................... page 47
12: Control Panel Overview and Operation ......................................................................................................................... page 48
13: Replacing the Fuse............................................................................................................................................................. page 49
14: Focusing the light............................................................................................................................................................... page 50
15: Cleaning and Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................. page 51
16: Changing a Gel Frame..................................................................................................................................................... page 54
17: Troubleshooting/Operation Guide.................................................................................................................................. page 58
18. Spare Parts......................................................................................................................................................................... page 60
19. Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................................ page 61

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1. SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage CRI Full Power Standby Weight
90-240VAC
50/60Hz
90 7.7 A @ 120 VAC = 924 Watts 0.47 A Long Head: 154 lb
Medium Head: 138 lb
Short Head: 132 lb
Yoke assembly: 36 lb
Tripod: 26 lb
Short Throw Configuration:

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Medium Throw Configuration:
Long Throw Configuration:

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2. IMPORTANT SAFETY PROTOCOLS
CAREFULLY READ THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS FIXTURE.
These instructions are provided to ensure safe operation of this product. Failure to comply with the installation, operation, maintenance and
safety procedures provided in this manual, as well as practices generally applicable to lighting equipment, may cause the fixture to not
perform as expected.
Canto USA 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.
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.
*These products use fan-assisted ventilation. Ensure the fans airflow is not obstructed at any time. Ensure the fans are working correctly at all
times. In the event of a malfunction, such as no light or fan output, switch the fixture off immediately and carry out the necessary servicing.
*This product is rated IP 20 and is designed for interior use only.
*To replace the LED, make sure the LED is powered off and cold before attempting to remove it. To perform a correct installation of the LED
module, please refer to the LED module’s instructions included in the LED module box and the relevant chapters in this manual.
*Replacement of any part of the wiring system must be carried out by Canto USA authorized and trained technicians and be in compliance
with the original wiring diagram and with components identical or compatible with those originally used in the product’s construction. The
replacement will be compliant with the safety procedures enforced in the country where the product is being used, with the relevant safety
and health standards and only with original Canto USA components.

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3. CHECKING THE SHIPMENT (PER FIXTURE:)
Here is what is included with every Aurora X1 fixture:
1 - Base Body Enclosure with Integrated LED Driver and Control Panel (Box Dimensions: 26” x 26” x 48”)
1 - Yoke Assembly (26” x 26” x 13”) (PN: XLED00009)
1 - Tripod Assembly (9” x 9” x 42”) (PN: TRIP00256)
1 - Gel Changer Assembly (20” x 20” x 12”) (PN: XLED00013)
1 - LED Engine Module - 90CRI 6000K (PN: XLED00008)
1 - Lens Tube- Either Short Throw (PN: XLED00004), or Medium Throw (PN: XLED00005) or Long Throw (PN: XLED00006)
You will only receive one of these items, unless you purchased additional lens tubes, only one is provided)
1 - Tool Pouch which includes
a. Ratcheting Screwdriver
b. Flexible Shaft Bit Extender
c. Variety of Bits:
i. Phillips Screw Bit
ii. Security Bit TX25
iii. 3/16 Hex Bit
iv. Security Bit TX15
v. Flathead Screw Bit
d. Lens Wipes
Please unbox and examine all items to determine that no damage to any of the sub-assemblies of the fixture have occurred.
All the boxes these items are inside of should be shrink wrapped and delivered on a 48-inch x 48-inch pallet. If any of these items are
missing or damaged during shipping, please take pictures immediately and contact the dealer who provided this product.

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4: AURORA X1 FEATURE OVERVIEW
Features
A: LED Engine Module
B Base Body
C Control Panel
D Tripod
E Gel Changer
F Lens Tube
G Focus Handle
H Caster Wheels
I Tel Rad Mount Points
J Com Belt Pack Mount Bracket
K Operators Handle
L Gel Release Buttons
M Tilt Lock/Tension Handle
N Pan Lock/Tension Knob
(Under Yoke)

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5. AURORA X1 ASSEMBLY
Upon completion of the checklist from page 7, it is time to assemble the Aurora X1 LED Followspot!
FOR MEDIUM THROW AND LONG THROW CONFIGURATIONS
5.1 Medium And Long Throw Configuration: Tripod
Step 1: Tripod
Place the tripod in the location the followspot is to be positioned.
If the tripod was provided with caster wheels, ensure the rubber feet are extended all the way to the floor so the fixture cannot move during
set up. This is done by adjusting the orange thumb wheel in a clockwise rotation until the pad touches the floor.

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5.2 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the Yoke
Step 2: Mounting the Yoke
Remove the bolts and washers (4) and nut and washer (1) from the plate of the tripod and set them aside. Once completed, place the yoke
assembly on top of the tripod plate. Secure the yoke with the bolts and washers (4) and nut and washer (1). Use a wrench to tighten down
the yoke to the tripod mounting plate.
Once the bolts and nut are tightened, orient the yoke tray parallel with the floor. Tighten both tilt handles (A) on the yoke until the yoke tray
cannot move when weight is applied to the surface furthest away from the center bolt of the yoke.

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5.3 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the Base Body
Step 3: Base Body
Once the yoke is secured to the tripod, with the assistance of another person, mount the base body assembly to the top of the yoke plate.
Use the included (4) T handle screws and washers to secure the base body assembly to the yoke via the threaded inserts on the bottom plate
of the base body assembly.
The front of the fixture should be close to flush with the front edge of the yoke tray.
CAUTION: AT THIS POINT THE FIXTURE WILL BE UNBALANCED AND UNSTABLE. PROCEED WITH CAUTION UNTIL THE GEL
CHANGER AND LENS TUBE ARE INSTALLED.

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5.4 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the Gel Changer
Step 4: Mounting the Gel Changer
Loosen the 4 hex screws on the front of the base body so that there is about ¼ inch of space between the base of the screw head and the
front plate.
Align the gel changer and four screw slots on the back and hang the gel changer off those screws. The gel changer should rest on the screws body.
Using the provided ratcheting screwdriver along with the flexible bit extender and the 3/16” hex bit to reach inside of the gel changer and
tighten those same screws as tight as possible. Ensure a firm, hi-torque connection. Gently attempt to lift the unit by wiggling the front of the
gel changer front plate. If the gel changer does not move it is correctly installed. If it moves more tensioning is needed.

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5.5 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine
Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine
At the rear of the fixture, using the supplied ratcheting screwdriver along with the TX27, loosen the 4 screws till there is about ¼ inch of space
between the head of the screw and the back panel of the base body.

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5.5 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine
Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine (Continued)
There are panels on both sides of the unit for service access. Utilizing the TX27 security bit remove the side panels of the base body to access
the A and B wire harnesses that are attached to the LED driver enclosure on the bottom of the base body assembly.

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5.5 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine
Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine (Continued)
Holding the LED engine, align the screws with the 4 holes on the LED engine and then resting the engine on the screw threads on the body of
the LED engine.
Tighten the screws utilizing the TX27 on the back panel of the LED fixture. With the side panels open, locate the plastic cover on the LED
engine. There will be a thin plastic cover protecting the LED engine’s glass. Remove the plastic cover and save all these items and the boxes
and foam inserts in case items need to be serviced and sent back to the factory in the future. Each followspot part is shipped with every box
and insert that is needed.

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5.5 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine
Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine (Continued)
Plug the two harnesses labeled “A” and “B” them into their appropriate ports on the LED Engine. The polarity of the connectors is not
reversible. The connectors will easily plug into the proper ports. If a connection is difficult to insert it may be the wrong port which means the
LED engine is upside down.
Once the cables are plugged in, properly secured, and dressed so they are not in the light path re-install the side panels.

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5.6 Medium Throw or Long Throw: Mounting the Lens Tube
Step 6: Mounting the Lens Tube (Medium Throw or Long Throw)
Loosen the hex screws on the front of the gel changer to be ¼ inch from the base of the screw head to the front plate.
The long throw lens tube may require assistance from an additional person to help with lifting. Align the 4 screw holes on the tube with the
hex screws. Mount the lens tube in such a way that the lens tube is resting on the threads of the screw.

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5.6 Medium Throw or Long Throw: Mounting the Lens Tube
Step 6: Mounting the Lens Tube (Medium Throw or Long Throw) (Continued)
Using the ratchet screwdriver with a Phillips head bit, remove the bottom access panel via the 4 x 8-32 screws.
Once the access panel is removed switch the screwdriver over to the 3/16 inch hex bit with the flexible bit extender. Tighten the 4 hex
screws which the lens tube is sitting on until tight.
After the hex screws are tightened down securely, re-install the bottom access panel.

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5.7 Power Off or On Safety
Step 7: Power
Check the power switch on the back panel of the base body and make sure that it is switched to OFF.
Using the provided power cord, plug the Neutrik True One Top Connector into the connector on the back panel of the fixture.
Connect the plug of the power cord (either Edison, Twistlock or other) to the source of power (100-240VAC 50/60hz)
NOTE: IT IS ALWAYS RECOMMENDED TO TEST THE PROVIDED POWER BEFORE PLUGGING THE POWER CONNECTOR IN TO
ENSURE THE VOLTAGE IS CORRECT AT THE RECEPTACLE AND THERE IS NOT ANY MISWIRING.
Congratulations, it is now time to power on the Aurora X1 fixture!
Step 8: LIGHT THE FIXTURE

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FOR SHORT THROW CONFIGURATION
5.8 Short Throw Configuration: Tripod
Step 1: Tripod
Place the tripod in the location the followspot is to be positioned.
If the tripod was provided with caster wheels, ensure the rubber feet are extended all the way to the floor so the fixture cannot move during
set up. This is done by adjusting the orange thumb wheel in a clockwise rotation until the pad touches the floor.

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5.9 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Yoke
Step 2: Mounting the Yoke
Remove the bolts and washers (4) and nut and washer (1) from the plate of the tripod and set them aside. Once completed, place the yoke
assembly on top of the tripod plate. Secure the yoke with the bolts and washers (4) and nut and washer (1). Use a wrench to tighten down
the yoke to the tripod mounting plate.
Once the bolts and nut are tightened, orient the yoke tray parallel with the floor. Tighten both tilt handles (A) on the yoke until the yoke tray
cannot move when weight is applied to the surface furthest away from the center bolt of the yoke.