ETC High End Systems SolaFrame 3000 User manual

High End Systems
SolaFrame 3000
Automated Luminaire User Manual
Version 1.3.10
Part Number: 2581M1200-1.3.10 Rev: A
Released: 2021-02

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents i
Introduction 1
Important Safety Information 1
Help from Technical Services 2
Safety Considerations 3
General Operation and Use Guidelines 5
Fixture Overview 6
Install the Fixture 7
Power 10
Input and Power Factor 10
Connector Specification 10
DMX Control 11
DMX Connector Pinout 11
Connect DMXCables to Fixture 12
DMX Control and Ethernet Output 12
Terminate DMX 12
Set the DMX Start Address 13
DMX Channels 13
Ethernet Control 14
Connect EthernetCables to a Fixture 14
Ethernet Control and DMX Thru 15
Terminate DMX 15

Set the DMX Start Address 15
Set the Control Input and Universe 15
Configure the Fixture 16
Navigate the User Interface 16
Set Fixture Parameters 17
DMX Address 17
Info Menu 17
Set Menu 18
Test Menu 22
Preset Menu 23
Error Codes 24
Maintenance 27
Clean the Fixture 27
Replace the Fuse 27
Compliance 28
FCC - Part 15 Class A 28
Declarations of Conformity 29
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Introduction 1
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the SolaFrame 3000 automated framing fixture. This
manual provides important information for the safe installation, configuration, and maintenance
of your SolaFrame 3000 fixture.
Important Safety Information
Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating this equipment.
Continued and safe operation of this fixture is the responsibility of the operator. This manual will
give tips for that continued safe operation. At any time please contact Technical Services for any
safety concerns.
The following international note, caution, and warning symbols appear in margins throughout
this manual to highlight important messages.
Note: Notes are helpful hints and information that is supplemental to the main text.
CAUTION: Hot Surfaces. This statement indicates that while operating,
equipment surfaces may reach very high temperatures. Allow the fixture
to cool before handling or servicing.
CAUTION: A Caution statement indicates situations where there may be
undefined or unwanted consequences of an action, potential for data loss or
an equipment problem.
WARNING: A Warning statement indicates situations where damage may
occur, people may be harmed, or there are serious or dangerous
consequences of an action
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! This warning statement indicates
situations where there is a risk of electric shock.

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Help from Technical Services
If you are having difficulties and your problem is not addressed by this document, try the ETC
support website at support.etcconnect.com or the High End Systems product website at
etcconnect.com/Products/Live-Events. If none of these resources are sufficient, contact ETC
Technical Services directly at one of the offices identified below. Emergency service is available
from all offices outside of normal business hours.
When calling for help, take these steps first:
•
Prepare a detailed description of the problem
•
Go near the equipment for troubleshooting
•
Find your notification number if you have called in previously
ETC, Inc.
Americas
Technical Services Department
3031 Pleasant View Road
Middleton, WI 53562
800-775-4382 (USA, toll-free)
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC GmbH
Germany, Austria, Switzerland,
Eastern Europe, and Russia
Technical Services Department
Ohmstrasse 3
83607 Holzkirchen, Germany
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC Austin
High End Systems Products
Technical Services Department
2105 Gracy Farms Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
800-890-8989 (USA, toll-free)
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC France
France
Zone Urbaparc -
Bâtiment E
6 Boulevard de la Libération
Saint-Denis, 93200
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETC Ltd
Europe, Middle East, and Africa
Technical Services Department
26-28 Victoria Industrial Estate
Victoria Road,
London W3 6UU England
[phone]
[e-mail]
ETCAsia
Asia
Technical Services Department
Room 1801, 18/F
Tower 1, Phase 1 Enterprise Square
9 Sheung Yuet Road
Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong
[phone]
[e-mail]

Safety Considerations 3
Safety Considerations
To ensure safe operation, follow the safety instructions and warning notes in this user manual.
•
The SolaFrame 3000 is intended for professional use only. Not for residential use. Read the
entire manual before using this equipment.
•
Contact your ETC authorized dealer or Technical Services before performing any service in
order to maintain warranty coverage.
2.0 m
The luminaire must be installed at least 2.0m
(6.56ft) away from all lighted objects.
Le luminaire doit être installé à au moins 2.0m
(6,56pi.) de tout objet éclairé.
General warning Avertissement général
Do not stare at the operating light source. Ne pas regarder la source de lumière lorsqu’elle
fonctionne.
This product should not be discarded as unsorted
waste but must be sent to separate collection
facilities for recovery and recycling.
Ce produit ne doit pas être jeté avec les déchets
ménagers mais doit être déposé dans une collecte de
déchets électroniques ou dans un point de collecte.
Operate indoors only, not where this product
would be exposed to the weather.
Ne fonctionne qu'à l'intérieur, pas là où ce produit
serait exposé aux intempéries.
WARNING: Note the following safety warnings before use:
•
This equipment is designed for operation by qualified personnel only.
•
Replace fuses with the specified type and rating only. See page 27 .
•
Make sure that the available voltage is within the stated range. See
page 10 .
•
Do not use this fixture with a damaged power lead (cord set). If the
lead is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified technician with an
equivalent type before use. Contact your local authorized dealer for
spare power leads.
•
Do not use this fixture if the lens, protection screen, or ultraviolet
screen is damaged. Damaged lenses must be replaced before use.
Contact your local authorized dealer for a replacement.
•
Do not mount the fixture on or near flammable surfaces.
•
Minimum distance from fixture head to combustible materials: 0.1 m
(4.0 in).
•
Minimum distance to lighted objects:2.0 m (6.56 ft).

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AVERTISSEMENT : Pour votre sécurité, lisez les mises en garde et les avis
suivants avant toute utilisation :
•
Cet équipement est conçu pour être utilisé par un personnel qualifié
uniquement.
•
Remplacez les fusibles uniquement par le type et le calibre indiqués.
Voir page 27 .
•
Veillez à ce que la tension disponible soit dans la plage indiquée.Voir
page 10 .
•
N'utilisez pas ce projecteur avec un cordon d'alimentation endommagé
(fils électriques). Si le cordon est endommagé, un technicien qualifié
doit le remplacer par un cordon de type équivalent avant que
l'appareil ne puisse être utilisé. Contactez votre distributeur agréé
local pour obtenir des cordons d'alimentation de rechange.
•
N'utilisez pas ce projecteur si la lentille, l'écran de protection ou
l'écran ultraviolet sont endommagés. Les lentilles endommagées
doivent être remplacées avant d'utiliser l'appareil. Contactez votre
distributeur local agréé pour les remplacer.
•
Ne pas installer le projecteur sur ou à côté d’une surface inflammable.
•
Distance minimum entre la tête du luminaire et les matériaux
combustibles : 0.1 m (4.0 in).
•
Distance minimale avec les objets éclairés :2.0 m (6.56 ft).
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
•
Do not operate this device with the cover open.
•
Disconnect the fixture from power and DMX and allow it to cool before
performing any cleaning and maintenance.
AVERTISSEMENT : RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLÉCTRIQUE!
•
N'utilisez pas cet appareil avec le couvercle ouvert.
•
Débrancher la lampe de son alimentation et du DMX et la laisser
refroidir avant d’effectuer un nettoyage ou un entretien.
RISK GROUP 2: CAUTION. Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted
from this product. Do not stare at operating lamp. May be harmful to the
eyes.
GROUPE DE RISQUE 2 (RISQUE MODÉRÉ) : ATTENTION. Rayonnement
optique potentiellement dangereux émis par ce produit. Ne regardez pas la
lampe en fonctionnement. Peut être nocif pour les yeux.
CAUTION: Hot Surfaces. Allow the device to cool completely before
handling and servicing.
ATTENTION : Surfaces chaudes. Laissez le luminaire refroidir complètement
avant de le manipuler et de procéder à son entretien.
Note: The light source of this fixture is not replaceable. When the light source
reaches its end of life, replace the fixture.

Safety Considerations 5
General Operation and Use Guidelines
•
This fixture is only allowed to be operated with the maximum alternating current that is
stated in the technical specifications label provided on the fixture.
•
Lighting effects are not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks
may ensure that the fixture will function for a long time without defects.
•
When choosing the installation location, make sure that the fixture is not exposed to
extreme heat, moisture, or dust.
•
If using the supplied Omega™ brackets with quick-locking thumb screws for fixture
hanging, ensure that the thumb screws have engaged a complete 90-degree positive
latch.
•
Operate the fixture only after having familiarized yourself with its functions. Do not permit
persons who are not qualified and familiar with its functions to operate the fixture.
•
Do not modify the fixture. Any modifications will void the warranty.
•
This manual describes the proper installation and operation of this fixture. Using this
fixture in any way other than the intended use may cause damage and void the warranty.
•
When the fixture has been stored or transported in cold temperatures, allow it to warm to
room temperature for a minimum of one hour before applying power. Applying power to a
cold fixture may cause damage to the fixture and void the manufacturer warranty.
•
When you power on the fixture, you may notice smoke or odor. This is normal and should
decrease gradually. If smoke or odor persists, disconnect the fixture from power and
contact your ETC dealer or Technical Services.
•
Please use the original packaging if the fixture is to be transported. ETC will not be
responsible for the fixture if packaging other than manufacturer provided packaging is
used.
•
If you do not provide power to the fixture, the battery on the SolaFrame 3000 may drain
fully after 7-10 days. After you provide power to the fixture, the battery will recharge
within 3-4 hours.

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Fixture Overview
For technical specifications of the SolaFrame 3000 fixture, see the technical data sheet:
etcconnect.com/Products/Live-Events/Lighting-Fixtures/SolaFrame/3000/Documentation.aspx
2
45
1
36
10
9
11
7812
1: Lens
2: Tilt lock
3: Display
4: Navigation controls
5: Pan lock
6: Handle
7: Power In
8: USB
9: Fuse
10: DMX In
11: DMX Out
12: Ethernet ports (x2)

Install the Fixture 7
Install the Fixture
WARNING:
•
NEMA Type 1 enclosure, indoor use, dry locations only. Do not use
outdoors. This fixture is intended for use where humidity does not
exceed 90% (non-condensing).
•
The installation must always be secured with a secondary safety
attachment. An appropriate safety cable is supplied.
•
Safety cable attachment must be rated by a safety factor of 10.
•
Use of third party clamps are permitted, but they should comply with,
and be approved by, the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
•
A supportive and stable surface must be used when the fixtures are
placed on the feet.
•
The operating temperature range for this fixture is -10°C–45°C (14°F–
113°F). Do not operate the fixture outside of this range.
•
Never stand directly below the installed fixture when mounting,
removing, or servicing the fixture.
•
All safety and technical aspects of fixture installation must be
approved by a qualified personnel before operation.
•
The installation must be regularly inspected by qualified personnel.
•
Overhead rigging must be performed by qualified personnel.
AVERTISSEMENT :
•
Boîtier NEMA de type 1, utilisation en intérieur, emplacements secs
uniquement. Ne l'utilisez pas en extérieur. Ce projecteur est conçu
pour être utilisé dans des environnements où l'humidité ne dépasse pas
90 % (sans condensation).
•
L'installation doit toujours être sécurisée par une fixation de sécurité
auxiliaire. Un câble de sécurité approprié est fourni.
•
La fixation du câble de sécurité doit être classée avec un facteur de
sécurité de 10.
•
Il est permis d'utiliser des pinces provenant de tiers, mais elles doivent
être conformes et approuvées par l'Autorité compétente (AC).
•
Une surface d'appui stable doit être utilisée quand les projecteurs sont
placés sur pieds.
•
La plage de température de fonctionnement de ce projecteur est de
-10°C–45°C (14°F–113°F). Ne faites pas fonctionner le projecteur
audelà de cette plage.
•
Ne vous placez jamais directement sous le projecteur lors du montage,
du démontage ou de son entretien.
•
Tous les aspects techniques et de sécurité de l'installation du
projecteur doivent être approuvés par un personnel qualifié avant qu'il
ne soit utilisé.
•
L'installation doit être régulièrement inspectée par du personnel
qualifié.
•
La fixation en hauteur doit être effectuée par du personnel qualifié.

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CAUTION: Follow all local codes and recommended practices by the
Authority Having Jurisdiction. The installation must only be carried out by
qualified personnel.
ATTENTION : Respectez tous les règlements locaux et toutes les pratiques
recommandées par l'autorité compétente. L'installation doit être effectuée
uniquement par du personnel qualifié.
You can install the fixture in any of the orientations shown below.

Install the Fixture 9
1. Assemble the clamp (provided by others) to the Omega bracket and secure together using
appropriately sized hardware (not provided).
2. Align the assembled Omega bracket and quick-lock fasteners into the respective holes on
the bottom of the fixture upper enclosure.
3. Tighten each of the quick-lock fasteners fully, turning clockwise. You will hear and feel a
click when the fastener is fully secured.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for the second clamp and bracket.
5. Attach the provided safety cable through the attachment point on the bottom of the
fixture upper enclosure and secure to the trussing system or other safe installation point.
Follow local codes and recommended safety standards for securing the fixture to the
installation location.
6. Attach the fixture to the installation location using the installed clamps, using the clamp
manufacturer's instructions for a secure fit. When using the Omega clamp, close the
safety and fully tighten the clamp wing nut until secure.
7. Inspect the installation prior to lifting the fixture overhead.

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Power
Input and Power Factor
VAC Amps Hz Watts VA PF
100 14.7 50 1471 1461 0.99
120 11.8 60 1420 1416 0.99
200 6.6 50 1323 1322 0.99
208 6.3 60 1322 1326 0.99
220 6.0 50 1321 1346 0.99
240 5.5 60 1316 1324 0.98
CAUTION: Using this fixture below 100 V on a 15 A breaker may cause the
breaker to trip. Ensure that the circuit can handle the fixture's maximum
potential draw before you connect it.
Connector Specification
WARNING: Risk of Shock and Fire. Assemble a grounding-type attachment
plug with integral cord grip that is within the voltage and amperage rating
of this luminaire.
AVERTISSEMENT : Risque de choc et d'incendie. Assurez-vous d'utiliser
une prise de mise à la terre avec décharge de traction intégrée qui respecte
la tension et l'ampérage de ce luminaire.
A power input cable with powerCON®TRUE1®TOP input to bare ends is provided. Install a
suitable connector to meet the installation requirements. See the following wire color code
chart:
Wire Color Code (EU) Wire Color Code (US Standard) Connection type Terminal
Green/Yellow Green Earth/Ground
Blue White Neutral N
Brown Black Line (Live) L

DMX Control 11
DMX Control
The SolaFrame 3000 fixture operates on standard DMX-512 control bus, controlled by a DMX
console. The fixture requires 49 channels of DMX-512 in standard mode.
Attach the fixture to the control bus using a two-core, shielded cable with a 5-pin XLR connector
(Belden 9729 is preferred).
Two XLR termination receptacles are available: one for connection of DMXInput, and one for
DMXOut (used when daisy-chaining to additional fixtures on the DMX control bus).
DMX Connector Pinout
For DMXInput, the DMX cable must have a XLR plug connector on one end of the cable that
connects to the fixture. When daisy-chaining DMX to the next device, prepare a DMX cable with
a XLR socket connector on one end and a XLR plug connector on the other end. Terminate the
cable ends as indicated in the pinout image below.

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Connect DMXCables to Fixture
The following instructions are guidelines for connecting DMX to your fixture. Your installation
may vary.
1. Connect the XLR plug connector of a DMX data cable to the DMXOut connector on the
DMX control source.
2. Connect the XLR socket connector of the DMX data cable to the DMX In connector of the
first fixture on the DMX control run.
3. Continue linking the remaining fixtures by connecting a cable from the DMXOut
connector of a fixture to the DMXIn connector of the next fixture on the control run.
Note: A maximum of 32 DMX devices may be connected in any one DMX data run
when installed in a daisy-chain fashion.
Terminate DMX
with a 120 Ohm
resistor
DMX-512
(Belden 9729 or equivalent)
DMX-512
control
source
DMX Control and Ethernet Output
You can use DMX-512 control and Ethernet output. When a fixture is set up to receive DMX-512
control input, it converts the signal to Art-Net on IP10 and sends the signal to the Ethernet port,
continuing the Art-Net on IP10 signal to the next fixture in the control run.
Terminate DMX
Use a DMX terminator or install a resistor on the last fixture of the DMXcontrol run to prevent
corruption (data reflection) of the digital control signal by electrical noise.
A DMXterminator is an XLR plug with a 120 Ωresistor connected between pins 2 and 3 that can
be installed into the DMX output receptacle of the last fixture in the DMX control run. This plug
is available and sold separately. Contact your authorized dealer or ETC for ordering information
(etcconnect.com/contactETC/).

DMX Control 13
Set the DMX Start Address
Give each fixture a unique DMX starting address so that the correct fixture responds to the
control signals. This DMX start address is the channel number from which the fixture starts to
“listen” to the digital control information sent out from the control source.
Modify the fixture DMX start address on the user interface, located on the upper enclosure. See
DMX Address on page17 .
Example: The SolaFrame 3000 has 49 channels. If you set the DMXstarting address
of the first fixture to 1, you could set the second fixture to 50 (49+1), the third to 99
(49+50), and so on.
DMX Channels
The most current DMX Map data for the SolaFrame 3000 can be found on the ETC website:
etcconnect.com/Products/Live-Events/Lighting-Fixtures/SolaFrame/3000/Documentation.aspx

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Ethernet Control
The SolaFrame 3000 fixture includes two Ethernet ports that allow sending and receiving of
control signals using the Art-Net protocol or sACN.
Use a Cat5e (or better) cable and terminate to RJ45 connectors following the TIA/EIA 568B
wiring standard.
Connect EthernetCables to a Fixture
The following instructions are guidelines for connecting Ethernet to your fixture. Your
installation may vary.
1. Connect a cable from the Ethernet control source to one of the Ethernet ports on the first
fixture in the Ethernet control run.
2. Connect the first fixture to a second fixture by connecting a cable from the second
Ethernet port on the first fixture to one of the Ethernet ports on the second fixture.
3. Continue linking the remaining fixtures by connecting a cable from Ethernet port to
Ethernet port on the fixtures on the control run.
Note: The Cat5e cable distance should not exceed 100 m (328 ft), and you should not
connect more than 20 fixtures in one Ethernet control run when the fixtures are linked
together.
Ethernet
control
source Cat5e (or better) Cat5e (or better) Cat5e (or better)

Ethernet Control 15
Ethernet Control and DMX Thru
You can use Ethernet control and DMX Thru. When a fixture is set up to receive Ethernet control
input, it automatically distributes DMX via the DMX Thru port. The DMX-512 signal is sent as a
single universe that corresponds to the universe of the fixture that is receiving Ethernet control.
Ethernet
control
source
Universe 1
Cat 5e (or better)
to Ethernet port
Universe 1
Belden 9729 (or equivalent)
to DMX In port
Universe 1
Belden 9729 (or equivalent)
to DMX In port
Terminate DMX
with a 120 Ohm
resistor
Terminate DMX
Use a DMX terminator or install a resistor on the last fixture of the DMXcontrol run to prevent
corruption (data reflection) of the digital control signal by electrical noise.
A DMXterminator is an XLR plug with a 120 Ωresistor connected between pins 2 and 3 that can
be installed into the DMX output receptacle of the last fixture in the DMX control run. This plug
is available and sold separately. Contact your authorized dealer or ETC for ordering information
(etcconnect.com/contactETC/).
Set the DMX Start Address
Give each fixture a unique DMX starting address so that the correct fixture responds to the
control signals. This DMX start address is the channel number from which the fixture starts to
“listen” to the digital control information sent out from the control source.
Modify the fixture DMX start address on the user interface, located on the upper enclosure. See
DMX Address on page17 .
Example: The SolaFrame 3000 has 49 channels. If you set the DMXstarting address
of the first fixture to 1, you could set the second fixture to 50 (49+1), the third to 99
(49+50), and so on.
Set the Control Input and Universe
For Ethernet control, you must configure the control input (Art-Net on IP2, Art-Net on IP10, or
sACN) and set a universe for each fixture. See Select Input on page20 and Set Universe for
Art-Net and sACN on page20 for details.

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Configure the Fixture
You can configure SolaFrame 3000 fixtures through the onboard user interface.
Navigate the User Interface
1. Press and hold the [MODE/ESC] button until the display flashes. (The display is powered
by battery when the fixture has no power.)
2. Browse the menu by pressing the up, down, left, or right navigation buttons.
3. Press the Enter button to select a menu item.
4. Modify the selection by pressing the up, down, left, or right navigation buttons according
to the selection.
5. Press the Enter button to confirm a modified selection.
6. To exit the menu, press the [MODE/ESC] button.
Note: If you press the Enter button to confirm a selection and push no other buttons,
the user interface returns to the default display after 10 seconds.