Elation ELAR DW BRICK User manual

Rev. 01/06/2011 Version 1.3
Elation Professional™
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Los Angeles, CA. 90040
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TABLE OF CONTENS
CONTENTS
1. General Information………………………………………………………………………2
a. Introduction……………………………………………………………………….2
b. Unpacking………………………………………………………..…………..… 2
c. Customer Support…………………………………………….………………… 2
d. Warranty Registration……………………………………………………..…… 3
2. Safety Instructions………………………………………………………........…………. 4
3. Features……………………………………………………………………………………6
4. General Guidelines……………………………………………………………………….7
5. Fixture Overview…………………………………………………………………………. 8
6. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….……. 10
7. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………...12
a. DMX Connections………………………………………………………………. 12
b. DMX Terminator………………………………………………………………….13
c. 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion……………………………………………………….14
d. Understanding DMX Addressing.………………………………………………14
8. Display LED Indicator….…………………………………………………………………16
9. DISPLAY MENU….……………………………………………………………………… 17
10. DMX Traits…………………………………………………………………………………24
11. Cleaning and Maintenance………………………………………………………………27
12. Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………...28
13. Photometric Data………………………………………………………………………… 30
14. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 31
15. Change lens to get different beam angles……………………………………………. 32
16. Circuit Schematic………...……………………………………………………………….33
17. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 34

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION: Congratulations, you have just purchased one of the most innovative and
reliable LED fixtures on the market today! The ELAR DW BRICK™ has been designed to
perform reliably for years when the guidelines in this booklet are followed. Please read and
understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting to
operate this unit. These instructions contain important information regarding safety during
use and maintenance.
UNPACKING: Thank you for purchasing the ELAR DW BRICK™ by Elation Professional®.
Every ELAR DW BRICK™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect
operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred
during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your fixture for
damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the fixture have arrived intact. In
the event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our customer support
team for further instructions. Please do not return this unit to your dealer without first
contacting customer support at the number listed below.
Inside the box you should find: the fixture,Two DMX XLR waterproof connection cables,
One waterproof power cables, a safety cable, and this manual. Please contact customer
support at the number listed below if any of the above items are missing.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Elation Professional®provides a customer support line, to provide
set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up
or initial operation. You may also visit us on the web at www.elationlighting.com for any
comments or suggestions. For service related issue please contact Elation Professional®.
Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Forum: www.ElationLighting.com/forum
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rain or moisture.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs
yourself. Doing so will void your manufactures warranty.
Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please recycle whenever possible.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The ELAR DW BRICK™ carries a two year (730 days)
limited warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All
returned service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and
accompany a return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be clearly written
on the outside of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A.
number must also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping
container. If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase
invoice. Items returned without a R.A. number clearly marked on the outside of the package
will be refused and returned at customer’s expense. You may obtain a R.A. number by
contacting customer support at [phone].

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To guarantee proper and consistent operation, it is important to
follow the guidelines in this manual. Elation Professional will not
accept responsibility for damages resulting from the misuse of
this fixture due to the disregard of the information printed in this
manual.
1. Always be sure that the fan and the air inlets remain clean and are never
blocked. Allow about 6” (15cm) between this fixture and other devices or a wall
to allow for proper cooling.
2. Never touch the fixture during normal operation.
3. Never look directly into the lamp beam. You risk injury to your retina, which may
induce blindness.
4. For safe operation, follow the Installation guide described in chapter two of this
manual. Operating the ELAR DW BRICK™ without suited safety aids such as
safety cables or clamps can increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
5. Installation should only be performed by qualified and certified personal.
6. When mounting this fixture, use only the original rigging points included with this
fixture. Any structural modification will void the original manufactures warranty
and may increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
7. To reduce the risk of fire or shock, do not expose this fixture to rain or moisture.
8. Do not attempt to operate this fixture if the power cord has become damaged or
frayed.
9. Never open this fixture while in use.
10.This device falls under protection-class I. Therefore it is essential that the device
be grounded properly.
11.All electrical connections must performed by qualified personal.
12.Be sure the available voltage matches the voltage requirements of the unit. Be
sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged. If the power cord is damaged,

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replace it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.
13.Always disconnect from main power before performing any type of service or
any cleaning procedure.
14.Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the
wire portion of the cord.
15.If the external flexible cable or cord of this luminaire is damaged, it shall
be exclusively replaced by the manufacturer or his service agent or a similar
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
16.Please be aware that damages caused by modifications to the device are
not subject to warranty.
Important Notice: Damages resulting from the disregard of safety and general user
instructions found in this user manual are not subject to any warranty claims.
Never look directly into the light source,
as sensitive persons may suffer an epileptic shock.
Never touch the device during operation!
The housing may heat up

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3. FEATURES
• Low power consumption
• Minimal heat emission
• Maintenance free operation
• Equipped with 12 three-watt LEDS: (4 cool white, 8 warm white)
• 100,000 hours rated LED life
• Seamless white and warm color changing
• USITT DMX-512 complaint
• 5-pin and 3-pin Male and Female XLR Data Connectors
• Preprogrammed colored macros
• Strobe-effect with a maximum flash rate of 18fps
• DMX-controlled operation or stand-alone operation with Master/Slave-function
• Individual control over each LED
• Electronic/Switching power supply (AC 100V-240V~, 50 Hz /60Hz)
• Two DMX Modes:
5 DMX-channels
10 DMX-channels
• Flicker-free operation for television and film
• Compact design: fits in 12” box truss
• Brilliant light output
• Linkable power supply (in and out power connectors) up to 8 units.
• Firmware upgradeable via Elation “E-Loader”

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4. GENERAL GUIDELINES
This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for use on stage, in nightclubs, in
theatres, and other types of architectural installations. Do not attempt operation or
installation without a proper knowledge on how to do so.
This fixture was designed for indoor use only; use of this fixture outside will void the
manufacture’s warranty.
Consistent operational breaks will ensure that the fixture will function properly for many
years to come.
Do not shake the fixture around. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the fixture.
While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the fixture will not be exposed to
extreme heat, moisture, or dust. The minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat
surface should be at least .5 meter (about 1.5ft).
Always install the fixture with an appropriately rated safety cable. When installing the fixture
in a suspended environment always be sure to use mounting hardware no less than M10 x
25 mm, also be sure the hardware is only inserted in the yoke’s mounting holes.
Do not attempt to operate this fixture until you have familiarized yourself with all of its
functions.
Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating this type of theatrical fixture.
Most damages are the result of improper operation.
Please use the original packaging to transport the fixture in for service.
For your own safety, please read this user manual carefully before installing the device.

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5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW
1. LED Assembly –Cool white warm white LED assembly 3 watt LEDS
2. Bracket Locking Knob – This knob is used to secure the bracket in place after
angle adjustments have been made.
3. LED Housing – This part include all hardware.
4. DMX Input Jack – This jack accepts an incoming DMX signal via a male, 3-pin or a
5-pin XLR jack.

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5. DMX Output Jack – This jack is used to send an incoming DMX signal to the next
fixture in the DMX chain via a female, 3-pin or a 5-pin XLR jack.
6. Main Power Input Lead – This lead is the main power input lead. When the unit is
the first in a chain or the only fixture to be used, be sure to use the power starter
cable that converts a standard Edison 3-prong to the IP rated twist lock connector.
When jumping from fixture to fixture be sure to only use Elation IP rated power
connectors to maintain the IP rating.
7. Power Output Jack – Use this jack to jump power to another ELAR DW BRICK™
8. MENU BUTTON – This button is used to access and exit the fixture’s on-board menu
system.
9. UP BUTTON – This button is used to scroll forward when navigating through the
fixture’s menu system.
10. DOWN BUTTON – This button is used to scroll backwards when navigating through
the fixture’s menu system.
11. ENTER BUTTON – This button is used to select and confirm a menu function.
12. LED MENU DISPLAY –Four segment LED menu display, details all menu functions

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6. MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION
Mounting points
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating
working load limits, a fine knowledge of the installation material being used, and periodic
safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture. If you lack these qualifications, do
not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.
Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before connecting the main
power cord to the appropriate wall outlet.
Mounting
The ELAR DW BRICK™ is fully operational in three different mounting positions, hanging
upside-down from a ceiling, side mounted, or set on a flat level surface. Be sure this fixture is
kept at least 0.5m away from any flammable materials (decoration etc.). When clamp
mounting; always use and install the supplied safety cable as an added safety measure to
prevent accidental damage in the event of a clamp failure. See the image below.

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CAUTION!
Be sure all electrical connections are performed by a qualified
electrician before attempting any operation.
Clamp Mounting
The ELAR DW BRICK™ provides a unique mounting bracket assembly that allows the unit
to stand on flat surface, hang on truss via a clamp, or be used in cluster allow multiple units
to rigged together (see the illustration below). Regardless of the mounting option you choose
please refer to the safety guidelines in this manual to avoid damage to the unit and/or injury
to persons.
When mounting this fixture to truss be sure to secure an appropriately rated clamp to the
hanging yoke using a M10 screw fitted through the center hole of the hanging yoke. As an
added safety measure be sure to attach at least one properly rated safety cable to the fixture.
See illustration below.

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Securing the ELAR DW BRICK™
Always secure your fixture with a safety cable when
suspend-ing the unit from truss or other means. The fixture
provides a built-in rigging point for a safety cable as illustrated
above. Be sure to only use the designated rigging point for a
safety cable. Never secure a safety cable to the hanging
bracket.
7. UNDERSTANDING DMX
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX and Master/Slave Operation):
Your fixture and your DMX controller require a standard 3-pin XLR connector for data input
and data output (see figure below). Be sure to only use properly rated DMX cables for DMX
operation and not standrd audio cables. If you are constructing your own cables be sure to
use two conductor shielded digital cable rated at a 120 ohms (this cable can be purchased at
almost all professional sound and lighting stores). Your cables should be made with a male
and female 3-pin XLR connector on either end of the cable.
Please note: This is not the same as audio microphone cable. Audio cable has a
different resistance rating
Be sure to follow the above figure when making your own cables. Do not use the ground lug
on the XLR connector. Do not connect the cable’s shield conductor to the ground lug or
allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR’s outer casing. Grounding the
shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior.

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DMX-512 control connection
Connect the provided DMX XLR cable to the female 3-pin XLR output of your controller and
the other side to the male 3-pin XLR input of the moving head (Please refer to the diagram
below.). You can chain multiple moving heads together through serial linking. The cable
needed should be two conductor, shielded cable with XLR input and output connectors.
Always be sure daisy chain your in and out data connections, never split or “Y” your DMX
connections unless you are using an approved DMX splitter such as the Elation Opto Branch
4™ or DMX Branch/4™.
Please note: to ensure maximal stability, when the input voltage is 100~120V, only 8
devices may be connected together in this manner! From the 9th devices, please connect to
power supply to get power for the second link; when the input voltage is 220~240V, only 15
devices may be connected together in this manner! From the 16th devi ces, please connect
to power supply to get power for the second link
DMX-512 connection with DMX terminator
When longer runs of cable are used, you may need to use a terminator on the last fixture to
avoid erratic behavior. A terminator is a 120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor that is connected between
pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and DATA -). This fixture is inserted in the
female XLR connector of the last fixture in your daisy chain to terminate the line. Using a
cable terminator (Elation part number Z-DMX/T) will decrease the possibilities of erratic
behavior.

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5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors. Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR connectors for DATA
transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX
line. When inserting standard 5-pin XLR connectors in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must
be used, these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores. The chart on the next
page details a proper cable conversion.
Understanding Fixture DMX addressing;
All fixtures should be given a DMX starting address when using a DMX controller, so the
correct fixture responds to the correct control signal. This digital starting address is the
channel number from which the fixture starts to “listen” to the digital control information sent
out from the DMX controller. The allocation of this starting DMX address is achieved by
combining various dipswitches located on the rear of the fixture.
You can set the same starting address for all fixtures, or a group of fixtures, or set different
address for each individual fixture. Be advised that setting all you fixtures to the same DMX
address will subsequently control all fixtures in the same fashion, in other words, changing
the settings of one channel will affect all the fixtures simultaneously.
If you set each fixture to a different DMX address, each unit will start to “listen” to the channel
number you have set, based on the quantity of control channels (DMX channels) of each

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fixture. That means changing the settings of one channel will only affect the selected fixture.
In the case of the ELAR DW BRICK™, which is a 5 channel fixture (default), you
should set the starting DMX address of the first unit to 1, the second unit to 6 (5 + 1),
the third unit to 11 (6 + 5), and so on.
Note: During start-up the ELAR DW BRICK ™ will automatically detect whether a DMX data
signal is being received or not. If a DMX data signal is being received, the display will show
"A.XXX" (XXX representing the actual DMX address). If the fixture is not receiving a DMX
signal the display will flash "A.XXX" (XXX representing the actual DMX address).
If your fixture is connected to a DMX controller and the display is flashing (not receiving a
DMX signal), please check the following:
- The 3-pin or 5-pin XLR plug (cable with DMX signal from controller) may not be
connected or is not inserted completely into the DMX input jack.
- The DMX controller is switched off or defective.
- The DMX cable from the controller merging with included IP Rated Cable adapter is
not connected securely
- The DMX cable or connector is defective.
- A DMX terminator has been inserted into the last fixture in your DMX chain.

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8. DISPLAY LED INDICATOR.
The ELAR 108PAR RGBW ™ has a LED indicator on the display. This indicator is designed
to give a quick visual indication of the fixtures’ DMX status. The illustration below details the
functionality of the LED indicators.
The LED indicator represents DMX signal:
• If the indicators is on, a clean DMX signal is present
• If the indicator is off, there is no DMX signal present

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9. DISPLAY MENU
Default settings shaded.
Remarks:
1) If the fixture does not receive a DMX signal the menu display will flash
repeatedly.
2) TIME: Adjust the hold time for each scene in built-in chase programs.
3) FADE: Adjust the fade time between each scene in the built-in programs.
VALU A001~AXXX (AXXX) DMX address setting
SLAV ON/OFF Set as Slave
<ADDR> RDMX ON/OFF Change address via DMX
<RUN> AUTO ALON/MAST Run Auto program
VALU D-XX D-00(DXXX) Display DMX value
FLIP ON/OFF Flip display
D ON ON/OFF Delay shutting off LED display
MODE
<DISP>
LOCK ON/OFF Key lock
(Press the MENU button for 3
seconds to activate
)
<CHAN> 5CH/10CH DMX channel Mode
<FAIL> OFF/HOLD/AUTO Status while there is no DMX
<DFSE> ON/OFF Default setting
<POHO> ON/OFF Preserves manual setting afte
r
power has been turned off.
SET
<VER> V-1.0~V-9.9 Software version
MANL
<COOL
WARM
TEMP
STRB
DIMM>
C XXX(000~255)
W XXX(000~255)
T XXX(000~255)
S XXX(000~255)
D XXX(000~255)
Manual adjust intensity
<LIFE> 0000~9999(hours) Life time of machine running
<CODE> CXXX Password of clear time ”038”
TIME <CLFE> ON/OFF Clear machine running time
<STEP> S-01~S-48 Select steps of program
REC. RE.XX
A
uto Save Scene
COOL
WARM
TEMP
STRB
DIMM
C XXX(000~255)
W XXX(000~255)
T XXX(000~255)
S XXX(000~255)
D XXX(000~255)
Edit the internal scenes
FADE XXX
EDIT <SC01>
~<SC48>
TIME XXX.X (000.1s~999.9s)
CEDT ON/OFF Edit program via controller

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9.1 “MODE” - Function Mode:
9.1.1 <ADDR> - DMX address setting – This function is used to set or adjust the
fixture’s starting DMX address. Every device controlled by DMX has to have a unique
starting address. The addressing feature is what allows DMX to function properly. The
DMX address of a fixture is what allows it to communicate with a controller properly. The
DMX addressing also allows the fixture to ignore any DMX information coming from the
controller that is not meant specifically for the fixture. Because each fixture is connected
in a daisy-chain fashion it is imperative to assign a proper and unique starting DMX
address to each and every fixture. The DMX address is non-destructive and will remain
in the fixture’s memory even when the power to the unit is switched off. Memory is
backed-up and retain by an internal power source that should last about five years.
“VALU” - Display the DMX 512 value of each channel
With this function you can display the DMX 512 value of each channel. The display
will automatically detail the changing DMX values as they are received from the
controller.
“SLAV” - Slave setting for Master/Slave Operation
With this function, you can define the device as slave for operation in Master/Slave
mode. Each slave setting will have a different function for a dynamic lightshow
without a controller.
“RDMX” - Address via DMX - This function allows the DMX address to remotely be
adjusted from a DMX console. This setting requires special settings for both the
controller and the fixture. RDMX is on by default.
9.1.2 <RUN> - Internal Program Settings
This function allows the internal programs to run in either stand-alone or master/salve
mode. In “Master” mode the fixture will send DMX data to other fixtures connect via the
DMX chain. In “Alone” mode the fixture will operate as a single fixture. The program for
this mode is selected in the “Select program” section of the control menu. You can set

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the number of steps under “Edit program”. You can edit the individual scenes under
“Edit scenes”. With this function, you can run the individual scenes either automatically,
i.e. with the adjusted Step-Time.
9.1.3 <DISP> - Menu Display Settings
This function allows the internal programs to run in either stand-alone or master/salve
DMX chain. In “Alone” mode
“VALU” - Display the DMX 512 value of each channel
This function will electronically display the current DMX value for any channel that is
currently being adjusted. The display will automatically detail the changing DMX
values as they are received from the controller. This function is “off” by default.
“FLIP” – This function will flip the display readout by a 180˚allowing for better
visualization when the fixture is mounted in an inverted position.
“D ON” – The display is designed to turn off during normal operation to avoid
excessive light in situations that require an extremely dark environment. This
function will adjust the time delay the fixture will remain on before it turns off. This
function is disabled as default.
LOCK –This function allows you to lock the keys.
With this function you can activate the automatic keylock status. If this function is
activated, the keys will be automatically locked in 15 seconds from the last press. In
order to deactivate the keylock status, press the Mode/Esc-button for 3 seconds.
1. Access the main menu.
2. Tap the UP button until “DISP” is displayed.
3. Press ENTER, the display will show “VALU”.
4. Tap the UP button until ”LOCK” is displayed and tap the ENTER button.
5. Press the UP button to select “ON” to activate this function, or “OFF” to
deactivate this function.
6. Press ENTER to confirm.
7. Press MENU to return to the main menu.