Elation CYBER PAK User manual

User Instructions
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles CA. 90058
www.elationlighting.com
Elation Professional R
CYBER PAK

Contents
Features 1
General Instructions 2
1. Overview 3
2. Operation Guide 5
Technical Specifications 15
1.1 Front Panel 3
1.2 Rear Panel 4
2.2.5 4 Channel Chaser 11
2.2.4 Chase Speed 11
2.2.3 Chase Effect 10
2.2.2 Chase Program 9
2.2.1 Chase Enable 9
2.2 Chase Mode 9
2.3 Dimmer Pack/ Switch Pack 12
2.4 Channel Dimmer Mode 13
2.5 Remote Type 13
2.1.6 1CH./ 2CH./ 4CH. Dimmer Pack 8
2.1.5 Channel DMX Address 7
2.1.4 DMX Fail mode 7
2.1.3 Note Number 6
2.1.2 MIDI Channel 5
2.1.1 Receive Enable 5
2.1 Receive Mode 5
Improvement and changes to
this manual, specifications
and design, may be made at
any time without prior notice.
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Features
Thank you for your purchase. This product features include:
4 channel chaser with 16 built-in chase programs
4 channel dimmer pack with 4 individual DMX channel
Serves as a MIDI pack to receive MIDI Note Number(001-128)
Dimmer pack and Switch pack can be selectable
1,2, 4 channel dimmer pack depending on your adjustments
Fade-in or Fade-out of the chase programs
DMX fail allows to set HOLD/OFF/ON of output
Remote type includes FOOT and RF control
Power failure memory.
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Every effort has been made to design dependability, reliability and comfort
into each unit. New products are being designed constantly to meet the
needs of both entertainment and the lighting industry. We welcome your
comments about our product and services.
It is both a privilege and a pleasure serving you.

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General Instructions
Safe and Efficient Use
Product Care
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture.
In the event of a malfunction(burning smell, etc.), immediately
stop operation, disconnect the power supply plug, and consult
authorized service personnel.
No user serviceable parts inside, always consult authorized
personnel for repairs.
Take care not to damage the power cord.
Do not make any inflammable liquids, water or metal objects
enter the unit.
This product must be earthed.
Do not dismantle or modify the unit.
Place this unit in a stable location.
Do not use the unit in places subject to excessive humidity,
vibration or bumps.
Unplug the power plug from the sockets when not using the
unit for extended period.
Provide occasional ventilation during use.
This product is intended for indoor use only.
Please read through this operating instructions before installing or using
your new product. After you have finished reading the instructions, put
them away in a safe place for future reference.

1. Overview
1.1 Front Panel
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8 8 8 8
MODE MENU
1 432
DMX Signal
MIDI Signal
Receive
Stand by
Chase
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2
1
Chase speed
Chase effect
Chase program
Total channel
Dimmer/Switch
Note number
Midi Channel
CHASE
RECEIVE
DISPLAY
MENU
MODE
Remote type
Channel preset
Channel Dmx address
Dmx fail mode
Channel preset
Total channel
Dimmer/Switch
Remote type
Loading: 5A/CH,Total20AMax.
CHANNELS MONITOR 2
3
4 5 6 7
1
1. Channel Output: 5A/CH., Total 20A max.
2. Channel LEDs: These LEDs will indicate their relevant
channel activity.
3. Segment Display: Shows the current programming and function state.
4. MODE button: This button changes the operating mode between
RECEIVE and CHASE.
5. MENU button: This button activates the different functions in
RECEIVE and CHASE modes.
6. UP button: This button raises the value or changes
the function mode.
7. DOWN button: This button lowers the value or changes
The function mode..

4321 FUSES: F6A 250V 5x20mm
DMX OUT
DMX IN
POWER
1 - Ground
2 - Data-
3 - Data+
MIDI IN MIDI THRU
REMOTE
PUSH
1
2
3
1 2
3
AC 120V~ 50/60Hz, 15A max.
CAUTION
N'ouvrez pas..risque de choc electrique
Warning :This apparatus must be earthed
Risk of Electric Shock Disconnect Input Power
Before Opening
1
2
3
1/4"stereo jack
Full on
Stand By
GND
1. Overview
1.2 Rear Panel
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1. Power switch: This switch controls units main power.
2. Channel Fuses: Each of the four channels is protected by a 6A fuse.
These fuses prevent you from overloading and damaging.
3. Remote connector: This connector is connected with a foot control or
detector(sold separately).
4. MIDI IN connector: This connector is used to receive MIDI signal from a MIDI
controller or MIDI sequencer.
5. MIDI THRU connector: This connector is used to transfer MIDI signal
to another MIDI device.
6. DMX IN connector: This connector is used to receive DMX signal
7. DMX OUT connector: This connector is used to transfer DMX signal to a DMX
power pack or dimmer.
8. Power Input Cord: Plug this cord into a matching power supply.
1 2 8
3 4 5 6 7

2. Operation Guide
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This function allows you to turn on and control the intensity of the fixture with the
use of a DMX controller or MIDI sequencer. On, off and dimming functions can
be performed through this pack. This dimmer has 4 individual DMX address, DMX
fail mode allows you to assign output when DMX signal is interrupted. You may
also set your dimmer pack to function as 1,2,3 or 4 channel dimmer pack.
2.1 Receive Mode
2.1.1 Receive Enable
2.1.2 MIDI Channel
DMX
DMX
MIDI
MIDI
Receive
Receive
Stand by
Stand by
Chase
Chase
CH:02
CH:02
MODE MENU
MODE MENU
Tap the Mode button until the Receive LED in
the Segment Display lights, indicating Receive
mode is active.
When the unit is receiving a DMX signal, the
DMX LED will blink in the Segment Display
indicating a DMX signal is present.
When the unit is receiving MIDI signal, the
MIDI LED will blink in the Segment Display
indicating MIDI signal is present.
1. Enter Receive mode, the Segment Display shows
"CH" followed by two numbers(01-16).

2.1.2 MIDI Channel
2.1.3 Note Number
2. Tap the Up or Down button to select MIDI
channel from CH 01-16. Make sure your
MIDI channel matches that on the MIDI
sequencer.
2. Tap the Up or Down button to select desired
Note Number from 1-128.
1. Enter Receive mode. Tap the Menu button
until the Segment Display shows Note
Number.
2. Operation Guide
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DMX
MIDI
Receive
Stand by
Chase
CH:03
DMX
DMX
MIDI
MIDI
Receive
Receive
Stand by
Stand by
Chase
Chase
MODE
MODE
MODE
MENU
MENU
MENU

2. Operation Guide
2.1.4 DMX Fail mode
2.1.5 Channel DMX Address
DMX
DMX
MIDI
MIDI
Receive
Receive
Stand by
Stand by
Chase
Chase
MODE
MODE
MENU
MENU
1. Enter Receive mode, tap MENU until the Segment
Display shows HOLD/ OFF/ ON. DMX fail mode
allows you to set the output when DMX signal is
interrupted.
1. Enter Receive mode.
2. tap MENU until the Segment Display shows
DMX address, DMX LED lights up.
2. Tap UP/DOWN to change between HOLD, OFF
and ON.
[HOLD]: the last DMX setting is held in the outputs.
[OFF]: output is switch off.
[ON]: output is full on.
on
DMX
MIDI
Receive
Stand by
Chase
MODE MENU
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2.1.5 Channel DMX Address
2.1.6 1CH./ 2CH./ 4CH. Dimmer Pack
2. Operation Guide
1. Enter Receive mode.
2. tap MENU until the Segment Display shows
channel output mode, this mode allows you
to set your dimmer pack to function as a 1,2.
4 channel DMX dimmer pack.
MODE
MODE
MENU
MENU
3. Tap UP/DOWN to select DMX address from
001-512 for the channel.
3. Tap the Up or Down button to change between
1ch/ 2ch/ 4ch.
4. Continue steps 2-3 until each of the four
channels has a DMX address.
DMX
MIDI
Receive
Stand by
Chase
MODE MENU
DMX
MIDI
Receive
Stand by
Stand by
Chase
DMX
MIDI
Receive
Chase
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[1ch]: all four channel output is controlled by
the first DMX channel.
[2ch]: channel one and two are controlled by
one DMX channel, channel three and
four are controlled by another DMX channel.
[4ch]: each of the four channels is controlled
by one DMX channel.
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2. Operation Guide
2.2 Chase Mode
If you set 4 channel output for this dimmer, this unit can be used as a 4 channel
chaser. This function allows you to select any of these 16 built-in programs or set
the pack to chase as desired to get a more dramatic light show. You may control
the speed at which the programs will chase.
2.2.1 Chase Enable
2.2.2 Chase Program
DMX
DMX
MIDI
MIDI
Receive
Receive
Chase
Chase
Tap MODE until the Chase LED in the Segment
Display lights, indicating Chase mode is active.
Stand by
Stand by
MODE
MODE
MENU
MENU
1. Enter Chase mode, the Segment Display shows
the chase program.
When the Segment Display shows "Pr" followed
by two numbers or "AU", any program selected
will chase instantly.
When the Segment Display shows "PF" followed
by two numbers or "AU", any program selected
will fade or glide between chase steps instead of
instantly changing. The rate of the change is adjusted
by the time between steps(chase speed).
[AU]: each of the 16 programs will be executed eight
times in sequence.
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2. Operation Guide
2.2.2 Chase Program
2.2.3 Chase Effect
DMX
MIDI
Receive
Chase
Stand by
MODE
MODE
MODE
MENU
MENU
MENU
2. Tap UP/DOWN to select from 1-16 programs.
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1. In Chase Mode, tap MENU until Chase Effect
is activated.
DMX
DMX
MIDI
MIDI
Receive
Receive
Stand by
Stand by
Chase
Chase
2. Tap UP/DOWN to change between Pr and PF.
NOTE:
When this unit is set to function as a switch pack, the programs will chase
without fade-in or fade-out. Only when this unit serves as a dimmer pack,
you can set the programs to fade in or fade out.
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2. Operation Guide
2.2.4 Chase Speed
2.2.5 4 Channel Chaser
1. Enter Chase mode.
2. Tap the Menu button until the Segment Display
show "SP" followed by two numbers.
2. Tap UP/DOWN to select desired chasing speed.
The value 01 will give the slowest speed, and the
value 99 will give the fastest speed.
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DMX
DMX
MIDI
MIDI
Receive
Receive
Stand by
Stand by
Chase
Chase
sp02
sp03
MODE
MODE
MENU
MENU
1. Enter Chase mode.
2. tap MENU until the Segment Display shows
channel output mode.
MODE MENU
DMX
MIDI
Receive
Stand by
Chase

2.2.5 4 Channel Chaser
DMX
DMX
MIDI
MIDI
Receive
Receive
Stand by
Stand by
Chase
Chase
2. Operation Guide
2.3 Dimmer pack/Switch pack
2. Tap UP/DOWN to select 4ch mode. The
programs will chase only when this unit
serves as a 4 channel chaser.
1. In Receive or Chase mode, tap MENU until the
Segment Display shows "DI" or "SI".
2. Tap UP/DOWN to change between "DI" and
"SI".
If "DI" is selected, this unit serves as a dimmer
pack, you may adjust the intensity of each of
four channel, the programs will fade in or fade
out if Chase effect is active.
If "SI" is selected, this unit serves as a switch
pack, you can only turn on or off the output
and the programs will chase instantly.
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MODE
MODE
MENU
MENU
MODE MENU
DMX
MIDI
Receive
Stand by
Chase
4
SI

2. Operation Guide
2.4 Channel Dimmer Limit
2.5 Remote Type
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1. In Receive or Chase mode, tap MENU until the
Segment Display shows channel dimmer limit,
DMX LED will be off or flash.
1. In Receive or Chase mode, tap MENU until the
Segment Display shows "FOOT" or "RF" .
DMX
DMX
MIDI
MIDI
Receive
Receive
Stand by
Stand by
Chase
Chase
MODE
MODE
MENU
MENU
2. Tap UP/DOWN to adjust the value between 000-
100. Once the value is selected, the maximum
dimmer will be defined.
3. Continue steps 2-3 until you've set limit of maximum
dimmer of each of the four channel.
DMX
MIDI
Receive
Stand by
Chase
MODE MENU

2.5 Remote Type
2. Operation Guide
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2. Tap UP/DOWN to change between FOOT and
RF modes.
If FOOT is selected, a foot control(sold separately)
is used to control this unit.
If RF is selected, a detector and a RF control(sold
separately) are required to be used.
DMX
MIDI
Receive
Stand by
Chase
MODE MENU
rf
Additional information: How to use RF control?
1. Turn off the unit's power.
2. While pressing MODE, apply power to this unit.
3. Tap any button on the RF control in five seconds, the RF control is chose to
serve this unit.
4. Repeat steps 1-2 to deselect the RF control.

3. Technical Specifications
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Power Input ..................................................... AC 120V ~ 50-60Hz, 20Amax.
Channel Output ............................................................ 5A/CH., Total 20A max.
Channel Fuse ..................................................................... F6A 250V 5x20mm
DMX In/Out .................................................. 3-pin XLR male & female socket
MIDI In/Thru ........................................................................ 5-pin multi socket
Dimensions ............................................................................. 212x188x71mm
Weight .................................................................................................... 2.7 Kg

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4295 Charter Street Los Angeles, CA90058 USA
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Rev 1.0March, 2004
Elation Professional R