Coemar Softlite LED RGBW User manual

Version 1.2
instruction manual
Provisional

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User Manual version 1.2
Edition August 2017
Serial Number:
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Please note in the space provided above the relative service information of the model and
the retailer from whom you purchased your Softlite Led RGBW: this information will assist
us in providing spare parts, repairs or in answering any technical enquiries with the utmost
speed and accuracy.
WARNING: the security of the fixture is granted only if these instructions are strictly followed;
therefore it is absolutely necessary to keep this manual.

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Index
1. Packaging and transportation ............................................................................................Pag. 5
1.1 Packaging ....................................................................................................................................Pag. 5
1.2 Transportation ............................................................................................................................Pag. 5
2. General Information .................................................................................................................. Pag. 5
2.1 Important safety information................................................................................................ Pag. 5
2.2 Warranty conditions .................................................................................................................. Pag.6
2.3 EC Norms ..................................................................................................................................... Pag. 6
3. Product specifications ..............................................................................................................Pag. 7
3.1 Technical characteristics ..........................................................................................................Pag. 7
3.2 Dimensions ..................................................................................................................................Pag. 7
3.3 Unit’s main components .........................................................................................................Pag. 8
3.4 Back panel description .............................................................................................................Pag. 8
4. Installation ...................................................................................................................................... Pag. 9
4.1 Mechanical installation ........................................................................................................... Pag. 9
4.2 Safety chain ................................................................................................................................ Pag. 9
4.3 Adjusting unit’s tilt .................................................................................................................. Pag. 10
5. Powering up ................................................................................................................................. Pag. 11
5.1 Operating voltage and frequency .................................................................................... Pag. 11
5.2 Connection to mains power ................................................................................................ Pag. 11
5.3 Supply cable characteristics ................................................................................................ Pag. 11
6. Control signal connections .................................................................................................. Pag. 13
6.1 Control signal connection by XLR5 plugs ...................................................................... Pag. 13
7. Turning on the projector ....................................................................................................... Pag. 14
7.1 DMX address of the unit ....................................................................................................... Pag. 14
8. DMX Chart ..................................................................................................................................... Pag. 15
8.1 DMX Chart 14, 8, 4, 1 channels .......................................................................................... Pag. 15
8.2 DMX Chart 7 channels .......................................................................................................... Pag. 17
9. Display panel functions ......................................................................................................... Pag. 19
9.1 Quick guide to menu ............................................................................................................. Pag. 19
9.2 Rapid count ............................................................................................................................ Pag. 19
9.3 Main functions menu ............................................................................................................ Pag. 20
9.4 Measure (MEAS) ..................................................................................................................... Pag. 23
9.5 Electronic alignment of the leds ........................................................................................ Pag. 25
9.6 Special functions of the fixture ........................................................................................... Pag. 26
9.7 Error messages ........................................................................................................................ Pag. 26
10. Accessories and spare parts ............................................................................................. Pag. 27

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11. Maintenance ............................................................................................................................. Pag. 28
11.1 Firmware update ................................................................................................................. Pag. 28
11.2 Periodic cleaning ................................................................................................................. Pag. 28
11.3 Periodic controls .................................................................................................................. Pag. 28
11.4 Fuses ........................................................................................................................................ Pag. 28
12. F.A.Q. and answers ............................................................................................................... Pag. 29

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Congratulations on having purchased a Coemar product. You have assured yourself of a
fixture of the highest quality, both in componentry and in the technology used. We renew
our invitation to you to complete the service information on the previous page, to expedite
any request for service information or spares (in case of problems encountered either during,
or subsequent to, installation). This information will assist in providing prompt and accurate
advice from your Coemar service centre. Following the instructions and procedures outlined
in this manual will ensure the maximum efficiency of this product for years to come.
1. Packaging and transportation
1.1 Packaging
Open the packaging and make sure that no part of the equipment has suffered any damage
during the transportation. In case of damage to the fixture, contact your currier and your
supplier immediately by telephone, fax or email, and inform them you will formally notify
them in writing through registered letter.
Packing list
Make sure the packaging contains:
1 SoftLite Led RGBW
1 Instruction manual
1 Main power plugs
2. General information
2.1 Important Safety information
Fire prevention:
1. Never locate the fixture on any flammable surface.
2. Minimum distance from flammable materials: 0,5m.
3. Minimum distance from the closet illuminable surface: 0,5m.
4. Replace any blown or damaged fuse only with those of identical values.
Refer to the schematic diagram if there is any doubt.
5. Connect the projector to mains power protected by a thermal magnetic
circuit breaker.
Prevention from electric shock:
1. Presence of high voltage inside of the fixture. Insulate the projector from
mains supply before opening or performing any function which involves
touching the inside of the fixture, including lamp replacement.
2. For the connection to the mains, adhere strictly to the guidelines outlined
in this manual.
1.2 Transportation
The SoftLite Led RGBW must be transported exclusively in its original packaging or in an
appropriate flight case.

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3. The level of technology of SoftLite Led RGBW requires the use of
specialised personnel for all service applications; refer all work to your
authorised Coemar service centre.
4. A good earth connection is essential for the proper functioning of the
projector. Never connect the fixture if there is no earth connection.
5. Mains cables must not come into contact with other cables.
6. Do not operate the projector with wet hands or in an area where water
is present.
7. The fixture must never be located in an exposed position, or in areas of
extreme humidity.
Safety:
1. The projector must always be installed with bolts, clamps, or other fixing
devices which are suitably rated to support the weight of the projector.
2. Always use a secondary safety fixing device with chain or steel wire of a
suitable rating to sustain the weight of the unit in case of failure of the
principal fixing point.
3. The external surfaces of the unit, at various points, may reach 60°C. Never
handle the unit until at least 10 minutes have elapsed since the LED was
turned off.
4. Never install the fixture in an enclosed area lacking sufficient air flow; the
room temperature must not exceed 35°C.
5. The projector contains electronic and electrical components which must
under no circumstances be in contact with water, oil or any other liquid.
Failure to do so will compromise the proper functioning of the projector.
2.2 Warranty conditions
1. The fixture is under warranty for 12 months from the purchase date against factory
defections.
2. Damage ought to unskillfulness, inappropriate use, or lack of suggested maintenance
are excluded from the warranty.
3. Warranty expires when the projector is opened by unauthorized personnel.
4. Warranty doesn’t include the replacement of the fixture.
5. Serial number and model of the fixture are necessary to retrieve informations and
assistance from the dealer.
2.3 EC norms
The projector meets all fundamental applicable EC requirements.

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3.2 Dimensions
3.1 Technical charateristics
Power supply 115-250Vac 50/60Hz self-regulating
Maximum 1.3 A a 230 VaC - 2.6 A a 115 Vac
Phase coefficient Cosϕ= 0.9
Light source power 270W
Color temperature excursion RGBW, with pure colour mixing throughout the
field and all whites from 2.700 to 10.000 K
CRI >90
Weight 10kg - 22lbs
Minimum ambient temperature -20°C / -4°F
Maximum ambient temperature +35°C / +95°F
IP rating IP20
3. Product specifications
691,5 mm
27,2 in
620 mm
24,4 in
211 mm
8,3 in
200 mm
7,9 in

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3.3 Unit’s main components
Components description
ALocking knobs
BYoke
CCooling slots
DFront panel
EBack panel
FAccessories hooking
3.4 Back panel description
A
A
B
C
D
E
F
Display and
keyboard
DMX In and Out
5 poles connector
Power supply
Neutrik PowerCon
connector

4.1 Mechanical installation
SoftLite Led RGBW may be hung from an appropriate structure in any position or on
tripode. If hanging the fixture from a lighting truss or similar, we recommend the use of
an appropriate clamp “A”, as shown in the following diagram.
Warning!!
Always ensure that your
support structure and fixing
(bolts, clamps, etc…) are rated to
support the weight of the fixture.
4.2 Safety chain
When hanging SoftLite Led RGBW it is recommended to use a safety chain, as required
by current legislation. The safety chain must pass through the handles of the unit and
then attached to the structure.
If using steel cables and chains not Coemar’s production, make sure they are suitable to
support the weight of the unit according to normative UL/ETL (required: the weight of 6
complete devices for at least one hour).
4. Installation
A
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4.3 Adjusting unit’s tilt
In order to adjust the tilt of the unit simply loose the side handle, adjust the tilt and lock
the yoke by tightening the handle again.

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5. Powering up
5.3 Supply cable characteristics
The supply cable complies to the most recent safety norms.
5.2 Connection to mains power
Mains cable characteristics
The mains cable provided is thermally resistant, complying to the most recent International
standards.
Note: in case of cable replacement, similar cable with comparable thermal resistant
qualities must be used exclusively (cable 3 X 1,5 ø external 10 mm, rated 300/500V, tested
to 2 KV, operating temperature -40°C + 180°C, Coemar cod. CV5311).
Connection to mains power
SoftLite LED RGBW is equipped with two power connectors, one as input and one as
output, which can be used to feed up to 10 (at 230 VAC) or 5 (90 VAC) fixtures.
The max absorption of SoftLite Led RGBW is reported in the following table:
- 230 VaC 1,3 A constant during normal exercise.
- 115 VaC 2,6 A constant during normal exercise.
5.1 Operating voltage and frequency
The unit may operates at voltages ranges from 115 to 250VaC at a frequency of
50 or 60 Hz. It is not needed to effect any setup procedures: SoftLite Led RGBW will
automatically adjust its operation to suit any frequency or voltage within this range.

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Warning!!
• The use of a thermal/magnetic circuit breaker is recommended. Strict adherence
to regulatory norms is strongly recommended.
• SoftLite Led RGBW should not be powered through a dimmer as this may damage
the internal switching power supply.
• Prior to connecting the device to mains power, ensure that the mains characteristics
are within the recommended range for the use of Softlite Led RGBW.
• All cabling and connections should be carried out by a suitably qualified personnel.

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Warning!
Make sure that screening and conductors are not in contact one another or with the
metal housing of the connector.
Pin#1 and housing must never be connected to the power supply unit.
6.1 Control signal connection by XLR5 plugs
The digital control signal is transmitted to the projector via two pole cable screened
according to the International standards for the transmission of DMX 512 data. The
connection must be serial, using connectors XLR5 male and female located on the back of
SoftLite Led RGBW labeled DMX512 IN e OUT (see diagram).
Connectors equipped on SoftLite Led RGBW are IP rated, which ensures protection
against water and dust. In order to keep this rating they must be connected exclusively to
other IP rated connectors.
Pin 1 = Ground (GND)
Pin 2 = Data -
Pin 3 = Data +
Pin 4 = Not connected
Pin 5 = Not connected
6. Control signal connections

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Warning!!
If you alter the DMX address with no DMX signal connected, the digits on the display panel
will continue to flash even after you have pressed ENTER button to confirm the address.
A00 1
7. Turning on the projector
After having followed the preceding steps described, proceed with the power supply and
turn on the projector connecting it to the mains power.
The software version installed on the internal microprocessors will be shown on the display,
suddenly it will show the current DMX addressing. If the address blinks, it means that the
DMX signal has not been received. Check the connection cable and the mixer functioning.
7.1 DMX address of the unit
Each projector can use 14, 8, 4, 1 or 7 address channels for its complete operation and is
controlled by a DMX 512 signal.
DMX addressing
When powered up initially, each projector will show A001, which indicates DMX address
001; for example, when set at 14 channels a projector thus addressed will respond to
commands of channel 1 to 14 from your DMX 512 controller . A second unit must be
addressed as A015, a third one as A029 and so on. The operation must be carried out on
every Softlite Led RGBW which has an address different from A001.
Altering the DMX address:
1. Press the + or – button until the display shows the required DMX address. The digits on
the display will blink to indicate that the variation has not been registered.
2. Press the enter key to confirm your selection. The digits on the display panel will cease
to blink and the projector will now respond to the new address.
Note: by holding the + or – button down the scrolling will be faster; thus allowing a faster
selection

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8. DMX chart
8.1 DMX Chart 14, 8, 4, 1 channels
channel
funcon type of control eect decimal percentage
14ch 8ch 4ch 1ch
1 1 - 1 master dimmer proporonal adust luminous output intensity from 0% to 100% 0 - 255 0% -100%
2 2 1 - red proporonal proporonal control of the color percentage from 0 to 100% 0 - 255 0% -100%
3 3 2 - green proporonal proporonal control of the color percentage from 0 to 100% 0 - 255 0% -100%
4 4 3 - blue proporonal proporonal control of the color percentage from 0 to 100% 0 - 255 0% -100%
5 5 4 - white proporonal proporonal control of the color percentage from o to 100% 0 - 255 0% -100%
6 6 - - strobe eect
step no eect 0 - 9 0% -100%
proporonal variable speed strobing eect, from slow to fast 10 - 57 4% -22%
step stop strobe 58 - 59 23% -23%
proporonal sequenced pulsed strobing eect, slow closing, fast opening
(variable speed pulsing, from slow to fast) 60 -108 24% -42%
step stop strobe 109 -110 43% -43%
proporonal sequenced pulsed strobe, fast closing, slow opening
(variable speed pulsing, from slow to fast) 111 - 159 44% -62%
step stop strobe 160 - 161 63% -63%
proporonal strobe eect with random ashes and synchronous colors
(variable speed from slow to fast) 162 - 207 64% -81%
step stop strobe 208 -209 82% -82%
proporonal strobe eect with random ashes and synchronous colors
(variable speed from slow to fast) 210 - 255 82% -100%
7 7 - - dimmer ne proporonal ne dimmer control 16 bit 0 - 255 0% -100%
8 8 - - special funcon
step
park 0 - 9 0% -4%
no eect 10 - 71 4% -28%
600 Hz 72 - 84 28% -33%
fan at low-noise speed 85 - 96 33% -38%
fan at auto speed 97 - 108 38% -42%
proporonal fan speed control from minimum to maximum 109 -120 43% -47%
step
no eect 121 - 133 47% -52%
LCD display o 134 - 185 53% -73%
LCD display on 186 - 199 73% -78%
LED control frequency tuning 1000 Hz 200 -205 78% -80%
LED control frequency tuning 3000 Hz 206 - 211 81% -83%
LED control frequency tuning 6000 Hz 212 - 217 83% -85%
LED control frequency tuning 8000 Hz 218 - 223 85% -87%
LED control frequency tuning 10000 Hz 224 - 229 88% -90%
LED control frequency tuning 12000 Hz 230 - 235 90% -92%
LED control frequency tuning 14000 Hz 236 - 241 93% -95%
LED control frequency tuning 16000 Hz 242 - 247 95% -97%
LED control frequency tuning 19000 Hz 248 - 255 97% -100%

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9 - - - red tone step
no eect 0 - 255 0% -4%
RED Preset 1 10 - 71 4% -28%
RED Preset 2 72 - 133 28% -52%
RED Preset 3 134 - 195 53% -76%
RED Preset 4 196 - 255 77% -100%
10 --- green tone step
no eect 0 - 9 0% -4%
GREEN Preset 1 10 - 71 4% -28%
GREEN Preset 2 72 - 133 28% -52%
GREEN Preset 3 134 - 196 53% -76%
GREEN Preset 4 196 - 255 77% -100%
11 - - - blue tone step
no eect 0 - 255 0% -4%
BLUE Preset 1 10 - 71 4% -28%
BLUE Preset 2 72 - 133 28% -52%
BLUE Preset 3 134 - 195 53% -76%
BLUE Preset 4 196 - 255 77% -100%
12 - - - white tone
step no eect 0 - 9 0% -4%
step White 2700 K 10 - 15 4% -6%
proporonal proporonal value from 2700 K to 3200 K 16 - 30 6% -12%
step White 3200 K 31 - 45 12% -18%
proporonal proporonal value from 3200 K to 4000 K 46 - 60 18% -24%
step White 4000 K 61 - 75 24% -29%
porporonal propronal value from 4000 K to 5000 K 76 - 90 30% -35%
step White 5000 K 91 - 105 36% -41%
proporonal proporonal value from 5000 K to 5600 K 106 -120 42% -47%
step White 5600 K 121 - 135 47% -53%
proporonal proporonal value from 5600 K to 7000 K 136 - 150 53% -59%
step White 7000 K 151 - 165 59% -65%
prporonal proporonal value from 7000 K to 8000 K 166 - 180 65% -71%
step White 8000 K 181 - 195 71% -76%
proporonal proporonal value from 8000 K to 9000 K 196 - 210 77% -82%
step White 9000 K 211 - 225 83% -88%
proporonal proporonal value from 9000 K to 10000 K 226 - 240 89% -94%
step White 10000K 241 - 255 95% -100%
13 - - - green saturaon
step no eect 0 0%
proporonal exalts the green color in the mixing and diminishes the presence of
magenta 1 - 127 0% -50%
step no eect 128 50%
proporonal diminishes the presence of green in the mixing and exalts the green
color 129 - 254 51% -99%
step no eect 255 100%
14 - - - saturaon proporonal the white tone fades to the tone built with the RGBW channels 0 - 255 0% -100%
NOTE 1: color macros of channels 9 - 10 - 11 - 12 can also be obtained though the mixing of channels 2 - 3 - 4 - 5.
NOTE 2: the one channel funcon mode can be selected though the DMX funcon menu. The color temperature is selectable by display
NOTE 3: the rest posion of the green saturaon DMX channel is 128. Diminishing the DMX value augment the presence of the green color.
Increasing the DMX value augments the presence of magenta
NOTE 4: increasing the value of the Saturaon DMX channel the white light will fade to the color selected with the RGBW DMX channel.

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8.2 DMX Chart 7 channels
channel funcon type of control eect decimal percentage
1master dimmer proporonal adust luminous output intensity from 0% to 100% 0 - 255 0% -100%
2color temperature
step White 2700 K 0 - 15 0% -6%
proporonal proporonal value from 2700 K to 3200 K 16 - 30 6% -12%
step White 3200 K 31 - 45 12% -18%
proporonal proporonal value from 3200 K to 4000 K 46 - 60 18% -24%
step White 4000 K 61 - 75 24% -29%
porporonal propronal value from 4000 K to 5000 K 76 - 90 30% -35%
step White 5000 K 91 - 105 36% -41%
proporonal proporonal value from 5000 K to 5600 K 106 -120 42% -47%
step White 5600 K 121 - 135 47% -53%
proporonal proporonal value from 5600 K to 7000 K 136 - 150 53% -59%
step White 7000 K 151 - 165 59% -65%
prporonal proporonal value from 7000 K to 8000 K 166 - 180 65% -71%
step White 8000 K 181 - 195 71% -76%
proporonal proporonal value from 8000 K to 9000 K 196 - 210 77% -82%
step White 9000 K 211 - 225 83% -88%
proporonal proporonal value from 9000 K to 10000 K 226 - 240 89% -94%
step White 10000K 241 - 255 95% -100%
3green saturaon
step no eect 0 0%
proporonal exalts the green color in the mixing and diminishes the
presence of magenta 1 - 127 0% -20%
step no eect 128 50%
proporonal diminishes the presence of green in the mixing and exalts
the green color 129 - 254 51% -99%
step no eect 255 100%
4saturaon proporonal the white tone fades to the tone built with the RGBW channels 0 - 255 0% -100%
5 hue proporonal reproduces the sequence arbitrary color cross-fades
around the color space 0- 255 0% -100%
6dimmer ne proporonal ne dimmer control 16 bit 0 - 255 0% -100%

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7special funcon
step
park 0- 9 0% -4%
RGB standard 10 -40 4% -16%
no eect 41 - 71 16% -28%
600 Hz 72 - 84 28% -33%
fan at low-noise speed 85 - 96 33% -38%
fan at auto speed 97 - 108 38% -42%
proporonal fan speed control from minimum to maximum 109 -120 43% -47%
step
fan at maximum speed 121 - 133 47% -52%
LCD display o 134 - 185 53% -73%
LCD display on 186 - 199 73% -78%
LED control frequency tuning 1000 Hz 200 -205 78% -80%
LED control frequency tuning 3000 Hz 206 - 211 81% -83%
LED control frequency tuning 6000 Hz 212 - 217 83% -85%
LED control frequency tuning 8000 Hz 218 - 223 85% -87%
LED control frequency tuning 10000 Hz 224 - 229 88% -90%
LED control frequency tuning 12000 Hz 230 - 235 90% -92%
LED control frequency tuning 14000 Hz 236 - 241 93% -95%
LED control frequency tuning 16000 Hz 242 - 247 95% -97%
LED control frequency tuning 19000 Hz 248 - 255 100% -100%
NOTE 1: the rest posion of the Green saturaon DMX channel is 128. Diminishing the DMX value augments the presence of the green color.
Increasing the DMX value augments the presence of magenta.
NOTE 2: increasing the value of the Saturaon DMX channel the white light will fade to the color selected with the RGBW DMX channel.

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9. Display panel functions
9.1 Quick guide to menu
To access the menu’s functions, just press the MENU button. Then press + or – buttons to
scroll the pages and press the ENTER button to access to any other function.
By suitably using all the functions of Softlite Led RGBW, which can be activated through
its display panel, it is possible to change some of the parameters and to add some functions.
Changing the preset settings made by Coemar can vary the functions of the projector so
that it will respond differently to the controller; therefore carefully read about the functions
described here before carrying out any possible selection.
9.2 Rapid count
Through the display panel of Softlite Led RGBW it is possible to quickly change the various
numbers displayed for the different functions in the following 3 manners:
1. Pressing the +or –buttons will cause the count to be quicker.
2. Pressing first +and then –and then holding them down simultaneously will cause the
numbers to jump to the highest value.
3. Pressing first –and then +and then holding them down simultaneously will cause the
number to jump to the lowest value.

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9.3 Main functions menu
diMM
[Dimmer]
tESt
[Test]
esp
log
DIMM [Dimmer]
STRB [Strobe]
STOR [Store]
CCt 2.700
10.000
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CCT:
It allows to vary the channel of white
on several color temperatures from
2.700 K to 10.000 K, without DMX
signal;
Dimmer:
It allows to choose the type of
dimmer curves between exponential,
logarithmic and linear (exponential as
default)
Test:
Allows to manually set the DMX
channels controlled by a DMX console:
• Dimmer: sets the luminous
intensity;
• Strobe: manually sets the strobe
DMX channel;
• Store: stores the modifications
that will be set at the next times
the fixture will be turned on.