Exalux EXORAA User manual

indicated on the device matches the voltage on the
local supply network and if the socket is fitted with a
differential circuit breaker. In case of non-compliance,
the device could be damaged and the user might be
injured.
When a storm is announced or the unit must not be used
for an long time, unplug it to reduce the risk of electric
shock or fire.
CARE
- Unplug the unit when cleaning it and during all
maintenance operations.
- Do not use cleaning product: use a dry cloth and rub
gently.
SAFE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper use
This unit is designed to drive a DMX LED lamp. Use the
device only in its intended use as described in this
manual. Any other use, as well as use in other conditions,
will be considered non-compliant and can cause injury
and damage. No liability will be assumed for damages
resulting from improper use.
The device should only be used by people in full
possession of their physical, sensory and mental abilities
who must have the knowledge and experience required.
Any other people is only allowed to use the device under
the supervision or direction of a person responsible for
its safety.
Safety
Risk of electric shock
This lighting system requires high voltage, which can
result in an electrical shock. Never remove covers.
The parts inside the device are maintenance free.
Dangers for children
Ensure a proper disposal of plastic envelopes and
packaging. They should not be near babies nor young
children: suffocation danger. Make sure that children do
not remove small parts of the unit (e.g. knobs, screws or
similar). Children could swallow the pieces and choke.
Never leave unattended children use electrical devices.
Electric shock caused by a short circuit
Do not modify the power cord nor the plug. In case of
non-compliance, there is a risk of electric shock and
fire hazard and death. If in doubt, contact a certified
technician.
Eye injuries due to a high light intensity
Do not look at the beam light directly to avoid any visual
problems.
Risk of fire
Never cover the device nor its ventilation slots. Do not
install the device close to a source of heat. Keep the
device away from flames.
The device can get very hot during operation. Keep the
device away from flamable metrials.
Terms of use
The device is designed for indoor use. To prevent
damage, do not expose the product to liquid or moisture.
Avoid direct sunlight, clogging and strong vibrations.
Power supply
Check the operation of the power supply before
connecting to the system.
Before connecting the appliance, check if the voltage
(continuation of CRMX)
In order to get the best wireless connection, it is
recommended to take into account the following
guidelines:
• Always align the orientation of the CRMX transmitter
with the EXORAA antenna. In case the antenna of
the projector is vertical, make sure to set the antenna
of the transmitter vertically.
• Keep all metalic objects away as much as possible,
to prevent interferences.
• Keep the line of sight between transmitter and
projector as clear as possible.
• Do not use the CRMX in areas with high
electromagnetic pertubations.
DIMMING CURVE
A long press (>5 seconds) on the central encoder allows
to modify the dimming curve of the projector.
Cus. = "Custom", dimming optimized for AR111
Lin. = "Linear", linear dimming curve
Press for 1 second to validate.
RESET
To reset the projector to factory settings:
1- Set the fixture to Manual mode
2- Hold down the central encoder for more than 10
seconds until the flashing message "_._._._." is displayed.
Then release the encoder. The fixture will then restart with
the factory settings.
Factory settings: @DMX001 / "Custom" dimming
Important: Note that for CRMX versions, the RESET does
not unpair the fixture from its transmitter.
To unpair a CRMX fixture, it is necessary to set the fixture
in CRMX mode and then hold the UNLINK button for 3
seconds until the CRMX LEDs turn off.
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EXORAA
Last update 07/2021

GENERAL INFORMATION
This instruction manual contains important notifications
regarding the safe use of the EXORAA projector, TRACK
DMX, TRACK CRMX, WIRE DMX, WIRE CRMX.
Please take the time to read this manual carefully and
thoroughly before installing and operating the system.
We recommend you keep a copy for future use and you
transfer it to the buyer if you resell the lighting system.
EXALUX reserves the right to modify and upgrade its
range of products, with no obligation to integrate these
changes into products already sold. Therefore, all the
information found in this manual is subject to change
without notice.
OVERVIEW
1: Power supply (3-circuit lighting track)
2a: DMX OUT connector
2b: DMX IN connector
3: Lamp locking wheel
4: Snap holder (x2)
5: Barndoors mouting screws (x4)
6: CRMX unlink button
7: Adjusment rotary knob
8: CRMX signal strength indicator
9: Mode selector
10: CRMX link indicator
SNAP USAGE
It is possible to modify the colour temperature and the
beam angle of the projector with the use of snaps (sold
separately).
Several snaps can be stacked in order to add up the
effects.
Two snap holders (4), located on each side of the yoke,
provide a dedicated space to store the unused snaps,
and the magnetic removal tool.
For more information: www.exalux.eu/exoraa
OPERATION MODES
OFF
When the selector (9) is on the OFF position, the projector
EXORAA is in standby. It can be considered switched off,
since its power consumption is insignificant.
LOCK
When the selector (9) is on the LOCK position, the current
state of the projector is protected against any unwanted
modification.
After 10 seconds of inactivity, the screen only displays a
red dot, in order to reduce light interferences.
MANUAL
When the selector (9) is on the MANUAL position, the
brightness of the projector is adjusted by the user, using
the central rotary knob (7). Turn clockwise to increase
brightness, counter-clockwise to decrease brightness.
The intensity level is display on the screen, in percents.
After 10 seconds of inactivity, the screen only displays a
red dot, in order to reduce light interferences.
DMX
When the selector (9) is on the MANUAL position, the
projector is controlled using DMX. Connect a DMX
console on the XLR 5 pin DMX IN (2b), located on the
yoke. A DMX OUT connector (2a) allows the signal to be
daisy chained to other DMX devices.
In case no DMX is received, the DMX address is displayed
on the screen. When a DMX signal is received, a fast
blinking dot is added to the address, as show on the
following illustration:
After 10 seconds of inactivity, the screen is turned off
in order to reduce light interferences. Only remains a
steady (no DMX) or a fast blinking (presence of DMX)
red dot.
When the DMX signal is lost during operations, the
projector holds its current state.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
POWER SUPPLY (1)
The EXORAA projector is powered from mains power
supply, 100-240VAC 50-60Hz. The nominal power
consumption is 20W.
• The EXORAA WIRE version is powered using
a PowerCON connector connected to a cable
attached to the yoke.
• The EXORAA TRACK is powered using a standard
3-circuit lighting track.
Make sure that the AC power is off before connecting
the projector to the lighting track. Make sure to insert the
adapter properly in the track (mechanical polarity). Lock
the adapter using the lever. Select the AC phase to use
with the knob.
LAMP INSTALLATION
THE USE OF A NON-COMPATIBLE LAMP CAN LEAD TO THE
DESTRUCTION OF THE PROJECTOR.
The projector EXORAA is meant to be used with a 12VDC,
18.5W AR111 lamp.
In order to install the lamp in the projector, follow the
steps described:
• Switch off the power supply.
• In case the projector was on, let a cool down for
a while. When used a full brightness, the lamp can
reach temperature over 70°C (160°F).
• Unscrew the locking wheel (3), in order to free the
lamp guard from the frame.
• Open the projector and insert the lamp (no
polarity).
• Close the lamp guard, making sure that the lamp
is not moving.
• Screw the locking wheel (3) in order to secure the
lamp in the projector.
BARNDOORS INSTALLATION
When required, the barndoors of the projector EXORAA
can be removed from the frame. To do so, unscrew the
four mouting screw (5) and take the barndoors out.
This feature allows to rotate the barndoors by 90°.
In order to prevent overheating, it is not recommanded
to keep the barndoors close when the projector is in use.
Presence of DMX
The projector EXORAA uses a single DMX channel for
the brightness adjustment, as described in the following
DMX table:
The DMX address can be adjusted from 1 to 512 with the
following procedure:
• Press the rotary knob (7) for about 0.5 sec, until the
first digit starts blinking on the screen.
• Adjust the value for the units, by turning the rotary
knob (7).
• Briefly press the rotary knob (7) to move on to the
tens.
• Adjust the value for the tens, by turning the rotary
knob (7).
• Briefly press the rotary knob (7) to move on to the
hundreds.
• Proceed the same way, until the desired DMX
address is displayed.
• Hold the knob (7) fir about 0.5 sec, until the address
stops blinking.
Note: During the DMX address adjustment, the projector
does not respond to the DMX commands received.
CRMX
When the selector (9) is on the CRMX position, the
projector is controlled using a wireless DMX signal from
a CRMX transceiver. Exalux recommands the use of the
CRMX transmitter EXALUX CONNECT TX100.
The CRMX mode is similar to the DMX mode. Refer to the
DMX section for:
• DMX address adjustment
• Presence of DMX signal
• DMX table
The indicator (10) turns on in blue when the projector
is linked to a transmitter. In order to unlink the projector
from the transmitter, press the button (6) for 3 seconds,
until the indicator (10) turns off. The projector can then
be linked to a new CRMX transmitter.
The wireless CRMX signal quality can be found on the
indicator (8), on a three-colour scale:
• Red: No wireless signal
• Orange: Average signal quallity (<40%)
• Green: Good signal quality (>40%)