Elation CUEPIX PANEL User manual

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CUEPIX PANEL™
user manual 1.0
ELATION
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CUEPIX PANEL/
|user manual 1.0

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©2013 by ELATION PROFESSIONAL. All Rights Reserved. Information, specifications, diagrams, images, and
instructions herein are subject to change without notice. ELATION PROFESSIONAL logo and identifying product
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associated with the use or reliance of any information contained within this document, and/or as a result of
the improper, unsafe, insufficient and negligent assembly, installation, rigging, and operation of this product.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations, you have just purchased one of the most innovative and reliable lighting fixtures on the
market today! The CUEPIX PANEL™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 CUEPIX PANEL ™ by Elation Professional®. Every CUEPIX PANEL ™ 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 unit for damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit 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. Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash.
Please recycle whenever possible.
BOX CONTENTS
•(1) powerCON Power Cable
•Manual & Warranty Card
MANUAL UPDATES
Please check www.elationlighting.com for the latest revision/update of this manual.

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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 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST.
Voice: 323-582-3322 Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected] Forum: www.ElationLighting.com/forum
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
The CUEPIX PANEL™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 323-582-3322.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself; doing so will
void your manufactures warranty. Damages resulting from modifications to this fixture and/or the
disregard of safety and general user instructions found in this user manual void the manufactures
warranty and are not subject to any warranty claims and/or repairs.

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2 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
A. Elation Professional® hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, Elation Professional® products to be free
of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years, (730 days) from the date of
purchase. This warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the United States of America,
including possessions and territories. It is the owner’s responsibility to establish the date and place of purchase
by acceptable evidence, at the time service is sought.
B. For warranty service, send the product only to the Elation Professional® factory. All shipping charges must
be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including parts replacement) are within the terms of this
warranty, Elation Professional® will pay return shipping charges only to a designated point within the United
States. If the entire instrument is sent, it must be shipped in its original package. No accessories should be
shipped with the product. If any accessories are shipped with the product, Elation Professional® shall have no
liability what so ever for loss of or damage to any such accessories, nor for the safe return thereof.
C. This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the product is modified in any
manner which Elation Professional® concludes, after inspection, affects the reliability of the product; if the
product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the Elation Professional® factory unless prior
written authorization was issued to purchaser by Elation Professional®; if the product is damaged because not
properly maintained as set forth in the instruction manual.
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, cleaning or periodic
check-up. During the period specified above, Elation Professional® will replace defective parts at its expense,
and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects in material or
workmanship. The sole responsibility of Elation Professional® under this warranty shall be limited to the repair
of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole discretion of Elation Professional®. All
products covered by this warranty were manufactured after January 1, 1990, and bare identifying marks to
that effect.
E. Elation Professional® reserves the right to make changes in design and/or improvements upon its
products without any obligation to include these changes in any products theretofore manufactured.
F. No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory supplied with
products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all implied warranties made by
Elation Professional® in connection with this product, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, are
limited in duration to the warranty period set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said period has expired. The
consumer’s and or Dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly provided above;
and under no circumstances shall Elation Professional® be liable for any loss or damage, direct or
consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this product.
G. This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to Elation Professional® Products and supersedes all
prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore published.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The CUEPIX PANEL™is an extremely sophisticated piece of electronic
equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is important to follow the
guidelines in this manual. The manufacturer of this device will not accept
responsibility for damages resulting from the misuse of this fixture due to the
disregard of the information printed in this manual.
•For proper operation, follow the Installation guidelines described in this manual. Only qualified and
certified personnel should perform installation of this fixture and only the original rigging parts (brackets,
holders, clamps, safety cables) included with this fixture should be used for installation. Any modifications
will void the original manufactures warranty and increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
•Never look directly into the light source of this fixture to prevent risk of injury to your retina, which may
induce blindness. Those suffering from EPILEPSY should avoid looking directly into the light source of this
unit at all times.
•The fan and air inlets must remain clean and never blocked. Allow approx. 6” (15cm) between this fixture
and other devices or a wall for proper cooling.
This device falls under PROTECTION CLASS 1. It’s essential this device is
grounded properly, and only qualified personnel perform all electrical
connections.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED
•Always disconnect from main power source before performing any type of service and/or cleaning
procedure. Only handle the power cord by the plug end, never pull out the plug by tugging the wire
portion of the cord.
•Do not operate this fixture if the power cord has become frayed, crimped and/or damaged. If the power
cord is damaged, replace it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
•NEVER OPEN THIS FIXTURE WHILE IN USE!
•During the initial operation of this fixture, a light smoke or smell may emit from the interior of the fixture. This
is a normal process and is caused by excess paint in the interior of the casing burning off from the heat
associated with the lamp and will decrease gradually over time.
•This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for use on stage, in nightclubs, theatres, etc. Do not
attempt installation and/or operation without proper knowledge of how to do so.
•Do not permit operation by persons who are not qualified for operating this type of theatrical fixture. Most
damages are the result of operations by nonprofessionals.
•If this fixture is exposed to extreme temperatures due to environmental changes, do not power the fixture
on until it has reached room temperature. Condensation could damage the fixture.
•Consistent operational breaks may ensure the fixture will function properly for many years to come.
•Do not shake fixture, avoid brute force when installing and/or operating the device.
•Always install the fixture with an appropriate safety cable. When installing the fixture in a suspended
environment, always use mounting hardware that is no less than M10 x 25 mm, also be sure the hardware
is insert in the pre-arranged screw holes in the base of the fixture.
•Please use the original packaging and materials to transport the fixture in for service.

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FIXTURE OVERVIEW
1. 5pin DMX IN – Accepts incoming DMX signal via a male 5pin XLR jack.
2. 3pin DMX IN – Accepts incoming DMX signal via a male 3pin XLR jack.
3. Fuse - Fuse holder.
4. powerCON IN – Power connection to power source.
5. powerCON OUT - Power link connection to next unit.
6. 3pin DMX OUT – Sends DMX signal to next fixture in chain via a female 3pin XLR jack.
7. 5pin DMX OUT – Sends DMX signal to next fixture in chain via a female 5pin XLR jack.
8. LCD Menu Control Display – LCD menu control display.
9. ENTER Button – Used to enter into or lock a certain menu function.
10. DOWN Button – Used to toggle down or back through the menu functions and settings.
11. UP Button – Used to toggle forward through the menu functions and settings.
12. MODE/ESC Button – Used to access the menu functions and exit the current command.

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INSTALLATION
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CAUTIONS
•The recommended temperature for this fixture is 14°F to 113°F (-10°C to 45°C).
Do not use the fixture under or above this temperature.
•For added protection, mount the fixture in areas outside walking paths, seating areas, or in areas were
unauthorized personnel might reach the fixture.
•Before mounting the fixture to any surface, make sure the installation area can hold a minimum point
load of 10 times the weight of the fixture. (164Kgs / 364 Lbs)
•Fixture installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment, such as an appropriate
safety cable.
•Never stand directly below the device when mounting, removing or servicing the fixture.
•When power linking multiple units, 2pcs Max for 120V and 4pcs Max for 220V.
MOUNTING POINTS
•Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating working load
limits, installation material being used, and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the
device. If you lack these qualifications, do not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can
result in bodily injury.
•Be sure the fixture is kept at least 0.5m (1.5 feet) away from any flammable materials (decoration etc.).

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FIXTURE MENU
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1) STATIC COLOR / BUILT-IN 15 MACROS
2) AUTO RUN
3) MASTER / SLAVE
4) DMX MODE
When the display flashes, you can select the desired mode via the UP/DOWN buttons.
The display will shut off and lockout after 30 seconds of no use.
Press and hold MODE button for approx. 10 seconds to unlock display.
AUTO RUN Mode (15 Built-In Modes)
AUTO RUN
FQN:01-99 (Frequency Adjustable)

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Built-In Macros (15 Macros)
STATIC COLOR
CL:RGB
Blackout, Red-Green-Blue-Yellow-Cyan-Purple-White
FLASH 00-99
Flash Rate Adjustable
DREAM
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Dreaming Effect
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
METEOR
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Flow
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FADE
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Dreaming Fade
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
CHANGE
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Change
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FLOW 1
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FLOW 2
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FLOW 3
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FLOW 4
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FLOW 5
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FLOW 6
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FLOW 7
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable

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Built-In Macros - CONTINUED
FLOW 8
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FLOW 9
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
FLOW 10
SPEED 00-99
Seven Color Chase
FLASH 00-99
Speed and Flash Rate Adjustable
SLAVE MODE:
Link the units via DMX cable and then set each of the Salve units to SLAVE mode by pressing MODE
button and selecting SLAVE MODE and the slave units will operate in accordance with the Master unit.
PIXEL FLIP SETTING:
Select the desired starting COB module and chase direction from one of the following modes below via
UP/DOWN buttons and then press ENTER to confirm.
FLIP 3

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DIMMING CURVE SETTING:
Select the Dimming Curve Setting by pressing MODE button until DIMMING CURVE is displayed and then
press UP/DOWN buttons to select desired Dim Curve Standard (default), Stage, TV, Architectural, or
Theatre.
DMX MODES
Channel Modes: (3CH, 6CH, 7CH, 75CH, 79CH)
3 Channel Mode: (All 25 COB Module Sections)
Channel:
Value:
Function:
1
000-255
Red (0-100%)
2
000-255
Green (0-100%)
3
000-255
Blue (0-100%)
6 Channel Mode: (All 25 COB Module Sections)
Channel:
Value:
Function:
CH1
0-255
RED (0-100%)
CH2
0-255
GREEN (0-100%)
CH3
0-255
BLUE (0-100%)
CH4
0-255
Master Dimmer (0-100%)
CH5
Flash (0-255) From Slow To Fast
CH6
Dim Curves:
0-41 Standard
42-84 Stage
85-127 TV
128-170 Architectural
171-213 Theatre
214-255 Default to unit curve setting

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7Channel Mode: (All 25 COB Module Sections)
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CH6
CH7
R
(0-255)
G
(0-255)
B
(0-255)
0-15
Dimmer
(0-255)
Flash
(0-255)
From Slow
To Fast
Dim Curves:
0-41 Standard
42-84 Stage
85-127 TV
128-170 Architectural
171-213 Theatre
214-255
Default To Unit
Curve setting
16-23 R
24-31 G
32-39 B
40-47 RG
48-55 GB
56-63 RB
64-71 RGB
72-79 Color1
80-87 Color2
88-95 Color3
96-103 Color4
104-111 Color5
112-119 Color6
120-127 Color7
128-135 Color8
136-143 Dream
Speed
(0-255)
From Slow
To Fast
144-151 Meteor
152-159 Fade
160-167 Change
168-175 Flow1
176-183 Flow2
184-191 Flow3
192-199 Flow4
200-207 Flow5
208-215 Flow6
216-223 Flow7
224-231 Flow8
232-239 Flow9
240-247 Flow10
248-255 N/G

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75 Channel Mode: (Every 1 COB module as 1section, the fixture has a total of 25 sections)
CH
1
CH
2
CH
3
CH
4
CH
5
CH
6
CH
7
CH
8
CH
9
CH
10
CH
11
CH
12
CH
13
CH
14
CH
15
CH
16
CH
17
CH
18
CH
19
CH
20
CH
21
CH
22
CH
23
CH
24
R1
G1
B1
R2
G2
B2
R3
G3
B3
R4
G4
B4
R5
G5
B5
R6
G6
B6
R7
G7
B7
R8
G8
B8
CH
25
CH
26
CH
27
CH
28
CH
29
CH
30
CH
31
CH
32
CH
33
CH
34
CH
35
CH
36
CH
37
CH
38
CH
39
CH
40
CH
41
CH
42
CH
43
CH
44
CH
45
CH
46
CH
47
CH
48
R9
G9
B9
R10
G10
B10
R11
G11
B11
R12
G12
B12
R13
G13
B13
R14
G14
B14
R15
G15
B15
R16
G16
B16
CH
49
CH
50
CH
51
CH
52
CH
53
CH
54
CH
55
CH
56
CH
57
CH
58
CH
59
CH
60
CH
61
CH
62
CH
63
CH
64
CH
65
CH
66
CH
67
CH
68
CH
69
CH
70
CH
71
CH
72
R
17
G
17
B
17
R
18
G
18
B
18
R
19
G
19
B
19
R
20
G
20
B
20
R
21
G
21
B
21
R
22
G
22
B
22
R
23
G
23
B
23
R
24
G
24
B
24
CH
73
CH
74
CH
75
R
25
G
25
B
25

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79 Channel Mode: (Every 1 COB Module as 1section, the fixture has a total of 25 sections)
CH1
CH2
CH3...
CH75
CH76
CH77
CH78
CH79
R1
(0-255)
G1
(0-255)
B1...
(0-255)
...B25
(0-255)
0-15
Dimmer
(0-255)
Flash
0-255
From
Slow
To Fast
Dim curves:
0-41 Standard
42-84 Stage
85-127 TV
128-170
Architectural
171-213 Theatre
214-255
Default to unit
curve setting
16-23 R
24-31 G
32-39 B
40-47 RG
48-55 GB
56-63 RB
64-71 RGB
72-79 Color1
80-87 Color2
88-95 Color3
96-103 Color4
104-111 Color5
112-119 Color6
120-127 Color7
128-135 Color8
136-143 Dream
Speed
(0-255)
From
Slow
To Fast
144-151
Meteor
152-159 Fade
160-167
Change
168-175 Flow1
176-183 Flow2
184-191 Flow3
192-199 Flow4
200-207 Flow5
208-215 Flow6
216-223 Flow7
224-231 Flow8
232-239 Flow9
240-247 Flow10
248-255 N/G