Coemar Manual System 6 Plus User manual

manual system 6 plus
manuale
di istruzioni
intructions
manual
1^ edizione, luglio 1998
1st edition, july 1998

0/+10V-DMX 512
flash master
master
4321
flash
65
delay time (sec.)
016
manual system 6
dmx out
0,5
2
3,5
5,5
78,5
9,5
11,5
13,5
15
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
100
10

Index
1. Introduction
2. General characteristics
3. Connecting 0/+10 v DC signal
4. Connecting DMX 512 signal
5. Setting DMX reception (reserved for installer)
5.1. coemar DIGIfactor 6 channels
5.2. coemar comet
6. Powering up
6.1. external +20V DC power supply
6.2. power supply from the dimmer
7. Functions
7.1. Adjusting output levels
7.2. Adjusting fade times
7.3. Flash buttons
7.4. Area for writing down channel functions
8. Optional functions
9. Technical characteristics
10.Coemar authorised service centres worldwide

manual system 6
0/+10V-DMX 512
1. Introduction
Congratulations on having purchased a new coemar product. You have ensured yourself of a controller of the highest qua-
lity, both in the components and in the technology used.
In any request for information regarding the manual system 6, we ask that you specify correctly the model purchased. To
this end we requst that you complete the purchase details listed below. This information will assist us in providing you with
prompt and accurate information.
serial number
date of purchase
retailer
address
suburb
capital city
state
tel./fax
Please note in the space provided above the relative service information of the model and the retailer from whom
you purchased your
manual system 6 : This information will assist us in providing spare parts, repairs or in
answering any technical enquiries with the utmost speed and accuracy.
WARNING: the functioning of the controller is granted only if these instructions are strictly followed; therefore it
is absolutely necessary to keep this manual.

2. General characteristics
The manual system 6 is an electronic controller which generates 6 channels of 0/+10 v DC and DMX 512.
It may be used for any fixture which accepts either of these signals.
It requires a +20 V DC power supply.
An internal electronic device protects the unit against oversupply.
The DMX 512 output is electronically controlled.
Thanks to the rear-mounted rubber feet, the manual system 6 is easily operated on any desk surface.
At the rear of the unit are two assembly features which allow the manual system 6 to be operated in the vertical position,
for example on a wall, in cases where installation may necessitate this mounting position.

3. Connecting 0/+10 v DC signal
manual system 6 generates from the Locking-din, 6 separate outputs variable from 0 to +10V DC, as per the international
standards for analogue output; all fixtures which accept analogue signal of this type are able to be operated from the manual
system 6, per their respective functions.
Connection is very simple if the fixture follows the coemar standard for analogue fixture connection, which is as follows:
Plug type 8 pin Locking din on manual system 6
Pin 1= 0/+ 10 V DC channel 1
Pin 2= 0/+ 10 V DC channel 2
Pin 3= 0/+ 10 V DC channel 3
Pin 4= 0/+ 10 V DC channel 4
Pin 5= 0/+ 10 V DC channel 5
Pin 6= 0/+ 10 V DC channel 6
Pin 7= + 20 V DC input
Pin 8= 0V DC
If your fixture accepts the coemar standard, you may use locking0din cables which are available from your authorised coemar
distributor:
Code: 247 (5m length)
Code: 248 (10m length)
Code: 249 (25m length)
Code: 250 (50m length)
Should you wish to order only components, the following coemar compnent parts are available:
ME 261 (Locking-din plug)
CV 924 (per metre screened cable 8 core Ø 0.25)
CV 4158 (per metre cable 8 core Ø 0.25)
We recommend the use of screened cable; particularly in locations where there exists the possiblity of electomagnetic interfe-
rence which may cause erratic behaviour.
The screening should always be connected to pin 8 of the locking-din plug.
Below is a typical 0/+10v DC connection between the manual system 6 and a dimmer.
8 pin locking DIN/M
8 pin locking DIN/M
in
2
3
45
6
7
1
8
control output: 0/+10v
segnale di uscita:

4. Connecting DMX 512 signal
manual system 6 generates, via the XLR 5 socket, 6 channels of DMX 512 numbered digitally from 1 to 6; allowing via
the sliders a variation of the signal in the 6 channels of between 0 and 255, as per the international standards governing
DMX 512 signal, described by USITT (U.S Intitute of Theatre Technology)
All fixtures and dimmers compatible with this standard are controllable via the manual system 6, as per their particular
functions for signal equal to or below channel 6.
Connection between the manual system 6 and the DMX 512 controlled fixture is as follows:
Output signal connection from the XLR5 socket on the manual system 6:
Pin 1= Ground (GND)
Pin 2= DATA -
Pin 3= DATA +
Pin 4= Optional -
Pin 5= Optional +
The following components are available from coemar:
ME 1344 (XLR 3 plug)
ME 1230 (XLR 3 socket)
ME 4966 (XLR 5 plug)
ME 4965 (XLR 5 socket)
CV 4158 (per metre screened cable 2 core Ø 0.5)
Connection must be via 2 core screened cable, adhering strictly to the recognised standards for connection.
The screening should always be connected to pin 1 of the XLR and must be isolated from the metal housing of the plug,
with correct polarity.
The following diagram shows a typical DMX 512 connection between the manual system 6 and a dimmer.
5 pin XLR 5/F
5 pin XLR 5/M
3
2
1
dmx 512
standard
out
in
out
in
out
to other power unit

If the DMX 512 fixture to be controlled from the manual system 6 has an XLR3 connector, simply do not connect pins 4
and 5, which are internationally recognised as not in use for DMX 512 signal connection.
The following diagram shows DMX 512 connection between a manual system 6 and a coemar comet.
All DMX 512 controllable fixtures and dimmers must be set to the correct DMX address in order to operate correctly from the
manual system 6.
Section 5 describes the procedure necessary for correct setting of the fixture to be controlled from the manual system 6.
in
in
out
out
5 pin XLR 5/M
3 pin XLR 3/F
3
2
1
to other comet
dmx 512
standard
out

5. Setting DMX signal reception (reserved for installer)
manual system 6 is able to control both dimmers and fixtures via DMX.
For your benefit, we explain below how to operate 2 different DMX controllable devices, a standard DMX controllable fixture
and a coemar comet.
All fixtures should be addressed to the channel DMX 1 to respond correctly to the 6 channels of the manual system 6,
many fixtures require different methods for doing this, we recommend that you refer to the respective owner’s manuals.
5.1. coemar DIGIfactor 6 channels
1-At start-up, the display on your projector will show A001 indicating the address DMX 1.
This address should be maintained to ensure correct functioning
In the case that the display should show otherwise, proceed as follows:
Press the +or -buttons until the display shows DMX A001 , the display will flash, indicating that the address is not recor-
ded.
2- Press the enter button to record your selection, the display will cease flashing and the fixture will respond to address DMX
1.
holding down the + or - will allow for rapid scrolling through the display.
5.2. coemar comet
It is important to set the dip switched correctly to ensure correct reception by the comet.
The comet should be set, in fact, as would any other DMX 512 unit attached to the manual system 6, to address 1
The following diagramme shows only the dip switches which should be set to 0N.
Other comets with the same address setting can also be controlled; if you wish them to be synchronised, you will need to also
connect the stereo jack between comets; for other information refer to the comet manual.
4
2
1
8
16
32
128
256
64
optional 1
optional 2
optional 3
on
dip-switch
function display
menu
+- enter

6. Powering up
manual system 6 requires a + 20V DC supply; it is electronically set to recieve this from appropriate coemar products or via
an appropriate external power supplyl.
6.1. external +20V DC power supply
The +20V DC 200 mA. power supply should be connected to the socket at the rear of the controller.with an appropriate plug
to suit the manual system 6:
Two core, Ø internal 2,1mm, Ø external 5,5mm.
For 230V 50/60 Hz mains supplies, we recommend the use of a coemar power supply which is available from distributors
with stock code:
FO644/2 (power supply 230V 50/60Hz)
Power reception is indicated by the switching on of the dmx out led which will remain static on for 5 seconds and will then
flash whilst it monitors outgoing dmx 512 signal.
6.2. power supply from the dimmer
Most coemar dimmers manufactured since 1982 will automatically power up the manual system 6 via their analogue con-
nections
Check that your fixture is supplying +20V DC via pin number 7 of the locking-din and that 0V is via pin number 8.
To power up the manual system 6 connect it as described in section 3 regarding 0/+10V Dc connection, and as in the dia-
gramme..
8 pin locking DIN/M
8 pin locking DIN/M
in
2
3
45
6
7
1
8
control output: 0/+10v
segnale di uscita:
Power supply requirements:
Tensione di alimentazione:
+20v DC only 200 mA max
+20v DC

7. Functions
manual system 6.is a controller which offers complete control over 6 channels of DMX 512 or 0/+10V DC.
Check that the DMX out led is on and flashing on the manual system 6 indicating that the controller is powered up and genera-
ting DMX signal.
If the DMX out led is not flashing, re-power the unit as described in section 6 of this manual.
7.1. Adjusting output levels
With this function it is possible to regulate the level of dmx or analogue signal being outputed.
7.2. Adjusting fade times
This function allows the output of the master slider to be assigned a fade time:
Adjsut the level of the delay time potentiometer to, say, 16 seconds
delay time (sec.)
016
0,5
2
3,5
5,5
78,5
9,5
11,5
13,5
15
1-
Adjust the level of the master slider from 0 al 100%.
The leds corresponding to the sliders (1 to 6) will come on at a level
of brightness corresponding to the respective levels being outputed.
At this time the manual system 6 is generating a 0/+10 V DC or
DMX 512.signal.
0/+10V-DMX 512
master
manual system 6
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
dmx out
2-
Adjust the position of sliders 1 to 6 to achieve the output level which
you require
The leds corresponding to the sliders (1 to 6) will remain off, indica-
ting that there is no signal being transmitted.
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0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
10
1-

Adjust the level of the master slider to 100%.
The respective leds will fade up over a period of 16 seconds till the
reach 100%
This feature is adjustable from a minimum of 0 seconds (no fade
delay) to a maximum of 16 seconds.
The delay time potentiometer will operate on the master in both
fade up and fade down modes.
0/+10V-DMX 512
master
manual system 6
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
dmx out
3-
Adjust the position of sliders 1 to 6 to achieve the output level which
you require
The leds corresponding to the sliders (1 to 6) will remain off, indica-
ting that there is no signal being transmitted.
432165
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
10
2-

7.3. Flash buttons
This function allows a selected channel to be flashed up to 100% instantaneously
Note: It is possible to alter the action of the flash master button, a description appears in section 8 optional functions.
Press the single channel flash buttons; the maximum output, as
determined by the master slider, results. The maximum output of
100% is only achieved if the master slider is set to its maximum.
The flash buttons will always generate a signal which surpasses
that set by their individual sliders, outputting maximum level as
determined by the master.
4321
flash
65
4-
Adjust the master slider to the required level.
master
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
dmx out
3-
Press the flash master button; the 6 channels will flash up to the level
deternined by the sliders.
The leds corresponding to the sliders will come on to the level assi-
ned by the sliders, remaining on until the flash master button is relea-
sed.
The delay time potentiometer has no effect over this function.
flash master
2-
Adjust the position of sliders 1 to 6 to achieve the output level which
you require
The leds corresponding to the sliders (1 to 6) will remain off, indica-
ting that there is no signal being transmitted.
432165
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
10
1-

7.4. Area for writing down channel functions
To facilitate installation of the manual system 6, coemar has provided an area to allow both installer and user to write down
the various channel allocations. For example:
If the manual system 6 is connected to a dimmer rack, you may use the area provided to write down the following func-
tions:
If your manual system 6 is connected to a coemar comet you may use the area for writing down the channel functions
for this unit:
If your manual system 6 is connected to a coemar micro scan 1 or 2, you may use the area for writing down the chan-
nel functions for this unit:
Channel 1 controls mirror movement in the X axis
Channel 2 controls mirror movement in the Y axis
Channel 3 controls gobo selection
Channel 4 controls colour selection
Channel 5 contols black-out and strobe functions
Channel 6 control dimming(halogen lamp versions) or lamp on and
off facility (discharge versions)
432165
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
1
00
10
X Y gobo colour strobo lamp
1-
Channel 1 controls black-out and strobe functions
Channel 2 controls the program being run (10 levels)
Channel 3 controls mirror speed
Channel 4 controls step speed
Channel 5 allows for a total reset of the comet
Channel 6 has no function.
432165
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
10
black-out
strobo game mirror
speed trigger reset
1-
Channel 1 is assigned to red gel par 64’s.
Channel 2 is assigned to groundrows
Channel 3 is assigned to par 64’s stage left
Channel 4 is assigned to par 64’s stge right
Channel 5 is assigned to cyclights
Channel 6 is assigned to the followspot
432165
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
1
00
10
front par
red back par sx par dx front followspot
1-

8. Optional functions
The function of the flash master can be altered via the addition of a bridge (P2) to the circuit board within the manual
system 6.
The button can generate a flash level as deternined by the 6 respective channel sliders or always at the maximum 100%.
To activate the bridge, proceed as follows:
1-Remove the 7 plastic slider knobs (6 channels & 1 master).
2- Loosen the screw on the delay time knob.
3- Loosen the 4 screws which affix the front panel to the controller housing.
4- Locate the bridge P2 in the internals of the manual system 6 (see diagramme).
5- Position the position of the bridge P2 according to the function which you wish the flash master to perform (as described
below).
6- After selecting the position of the bridge P2, return the controller to its orignal state by replacing all components.
coemar sets the flash master to its standard position as described in section 7.3 of this manual; bridge P2 in in this case is
closed over contacts 2 and 3.
The function of the flash master button can be altered if bridge P2 is located over contacts 1 and 2.
In this case the function is altered as follows:
In this setting it is possible to generate maximum output on all channels instantaneously.
Press the flash master button; the 6 channels output their maximum
level.
The leds above the respective sliders come on and remain on whilst
the button is held on.
The delay time potentiometer has no effect in this mode.
flash master
2-
The settings of sliders 1 to 6 has no effect on the action of the flash
master button.
Test this by relocating the sliders to a variety of positions.
432165
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
10
1-
flash masterflash
1 2 3
P2

9.Technical characteristics
• Power supply: +20 V DC V via two core cable(plug specifications: Ø internal 2.1mm, Ø external 5.5mm).
• Amperage (excluding the 0/+10 V DC outlet): 100 mA
• Maximum amperage for analogue output: 5 mA per channel
• Accuracy: +/-1 bit
• DMX 512 rate: 15 mS
• Fade time: from 0.1 to 15 seconds
• Microprocessor controlled digital DMX 512 output via 5 pin XLR5
• Analogue 0/+10 V DC output via 8 pin Locking-din
• Individual channel bufffer for connection of dimmers in series
• 6 channels of analogue output variable from 0 to +10V DC
• 6 channels of digital DMX512 signal addressed 1 to 6
• Dust resistant sliders
• Over-voltage supply protection
• 4 rubber feet on rear
• FIxings for wall mounting
• Weight: 2,2 Kg
• Dimensions:
0/+10V-DMX 512
manual system 6
189
234 76

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manual system 6 plus
1st edition july 1998
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