Iluminarc Ilumicode V 2.21 User manual

Ilumicode V 2.21
User Manual

Edition Notes
Ilumicode V 2.21 User Manual Rev. 3
Edition Notes
The Ilumicode V 2.21 User Manual Rev. 3 covers the description, safety precautions,
installation, programming, operation, and maintenance of the Ilumicode V 2.21
.
ILUMINARC® released this edition of the Ilumicode V 2.21 User Manual Rev. 3 in May
2015. Read the guide that shipped with the Ilumicode V 2.21
and this User Manual before
installing, operating, or maintaining this product.
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respects. However, ILUMINARC® assumes no responsibility for any error or omissions in
this document. ILUMINARC® reserves the right to revise this document and t
o make changes
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company of such revision or changes. ILUMINARC® may issue a revision of this manual or a
new edition of it to incorporate such changes. This does not c
onstitute in any way a
commitment by ILUMINARC® to make such changes.
Document Revision
The Ilumicode V 2.21 User Manual Rev. 3 supersedes all previous versions of this manual.
Discard any older versions of this manual you may have and replace with this version.
Copyright Notice
The entire content ofthis document, except where applicable and unless otherwise noted,
issolely owned byILUMINARC®, a wholly owned trademark ofChauvet &Sons, LLC.
©Copyright 2015 ILUMINARC®.
All rights reserved.
Electronically published byILUMINARC® inthe United States ofAmerica.
Author
Date
Editor
Date
D. Couppe
5/4/15

Table of Contents
Ilumicode V 2.21 User Manual Rev. 3 i
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ..........................................................................................................................1
What Is In The Box .................................................................................................................................. 1
Unpacking Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 1
Claims..............................................................................................................................................................1
Text Conventions..................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Notes ............................................................................................................................................ 2
Personal Safety................................................................................................................................................2
Mounting and Installation.................................................................................................................................2
Power and Wiring.............................................................................................................................................2
Operation.........................................................................................................................................................2
2. Product Description.............................................................................................................3
Features................................................................................................................................................... 3
Additional Features..........................................................................................................................................3
Overview.................................................................................................................................................. 4
Dimensions.............................................................................................................................................. 5
3. Installation............................................................................................................................6
Mounting.................................................................................................................................................. 6
Power....................................................................................................................................................... 6
DMX Linking ............................................................................................................................................ 6
4. Operation ..............................................................................................................................7
Ilumicode Panel Description.............................................................................................................................7
Product Compatibility............................................................................................................................... 7
Programming........................................................................................................................................... 7
DMX Personality ..............................................................................................................................................7
DMX Starting Address......................................................................................................................................7
Dmx Values......................................................................................................................................................7
Static Colors.....................................................................................................................................................8
Dimmer ............................................................................................................................................................8
Color (Full Color Products)...............................................................................................................................8
Whites Setting (Full Color Products)................................................................................................................8
Reset to Factory Settings.................................................................................................................................8
Menu Map................................................................................................................................................ 9
5. Technical Information ........................................................................................................10
Product Maintenance............................................................................................................................. 10
Product Repairs..................................................................................................................................... 10
Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................................................................... 11
LED Disclaimer...................................................................................................................................... 12
LED Life.........................................................................................................................................................12
LED Binning...................................................................................................................................................12
Color Rendering Index (CRI)..........................................................................................................................12
Return Procedure .................................................................................................................................. 13
Contact Us..............................................................................................................................13
Technical Specifications........................................................................................................................ 14

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Notes

Introduction
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1. Introduction
Critical
installation,
configuration, or
operation information.
Failure to comply with this
information may render the
product partially or
completely inoperative,
damage third-party
equipment, or cause harm
to the user
Important
installation or
configuration
information. Failure to
comply with this
information may prevent
the product from
functioning correctly.
Useful
information.
The term “DMX”
used throughout
this document
refers to the USITT
DMX512-A transmission
protocol.
What Is In The Box
•Ilumicode V 2.21
•One signal connector (XLR to clips)
•Two AA batteries
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference/Start Guide
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving a product from ILUMINARC®, carefully unpack the carton.
Check the contents of the box to ensure that all parts are present and that they are in good
condition.
Claims
The carrier is responsible for any damage incurred during shipping. Therefore, if the received
merchandise appears to have been damaged during shipping, the customer must submit the
damage report and any related claims to the carrier, not ILUMINARC®. The customer must
submit the report upon receipt of the damaged merchandise. Failure to do so in a timely
manner may invalidate the customer’s claim with the carrier.
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
concealed damage, the customer must make claims to ILUMINARC® within 7 days of
receiving the merchandise.
Text Conventions
Convention
Meaning
1~512
A range of values in the text
50/60
A set of mutually exclusive values in the text
“ILUMICON UM”
The name of another publication or manual
<SET>
A button on the product’s control panel
Settings
A product function or a menu option
MENU > Settings
A sequence of menu options
1~10
A range of menu values from which to choose in a menu
Yes/No
A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu
ON
A unique value to enter or select in a menu

Introduction
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There are no
user-serviceable
parts inside this
product. Any reference to
servicing you may find in
this User Manual will only
apply to properly certified
ILUMINARC® technicians.
Do not open the housing
or attempt any repairs
unless you are certified to
do so.
Please refer to all
applicable local
codes and
regulations for the proper
installation of this product.
Keep this manual
for future
consultation. If
you sell this
product to another user,
make sure that they also
receive this manual.
In the unlikely
event that your
Ilumicode V 2.21
may require service,
please contact
ILUMINARC® Technical
Support.
Safety Notes
Please read all the following Safety Notes carefully because they include important
information on how to install, use, and maintain this product safely or any Iluminarc product
connected to it.
Personal Safety
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
•Always disconnect this product from its power source before servicing.
•Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Mounting and Installation
•This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this
product to rain or moisture.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.
•CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments,
(e.g. cold truck to warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal
electronics of the product. To avoid causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate
to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
Power and Wiring
•Always make sure that you are connecting the products associated to the Ilumicode
V 2.21 to the proper voltage, as per the specifications in the product’s manual or on the
product’s sticker.
•Never connect this product to a dimmer pack.
Operation
•The maximum ambient temperature is 113° F (45° C). Do not operate this product at a
higher temperature.
•In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!

Product Description
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2. Product Description
The Ilumicode V 2.21 is the configuration module for ILUMINARC® products that do not
have a control panel. This product is the only way of changing their DMX address and
personality from their default values. The Ilumicode V 2.21 can also be used to configure and
control its associated products in the absence of a DMX controller.
The Ilumicode V 2.21 consists of a single hand-held instrument with a pig tale cable
terminated on a 3-pin XLR connector. It comes with a short adapter cable to connect the
Ilumicode V 2.21 to the signal wires using color-coded alligator clips.
Features
•External control panel for ILUMINARC® IP rated products
•Configures products to operate on 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7-channel DMX modes
•Operating modes:
1-channel: SOLID
2-channel: VW
3-channel: VW + D
3-channel: ARC1
4-channel: ARC1 + D
4-channel: ARC2
5-channel: ARC2 + D
5-channel: ARC3
6-channel: ARC3 + D
7-channel: ARC FULL
Additional Features
SPECIAL1: Refer to lighting product’s user manual
SPECIAL2: Refer to lighting product’s user manual

Product Description
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Overview
LCD
Display
Power On
Button
MENU
UP
DOWN
ENTER

Product Description
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Dimensions

Installation
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3. Installation
Always connect
ILUMINARC®
products to
protected AC circuits with an
appropriate electrical ground
to avoid the risk of
electrocution or fire
Never connect an
ILUMINARC®
product
to a rheostat
(variable resistor) or dimmer
circuit, even if the rheostat or
dimmer channel serves only
as a 0 to 100% switch.
ILUMINARC®
recommends not
connecting more
than 20 products in
this mode, while keeping the
total distance from the
Ilumicode controller to less
than 60 m (197 ft). Otherwise,
you might need to use an
optically isolated signal
amplifier.
Mounting
The Ilumicode V 2.21
is strictly a handheld unit. Therefore, ILUMINARC® does not provide any
mounting harness or mounting instructions for it. Refer to the corresponding product
manual for
instructions on how to mount the compatible ILUMINARC® products.
Power
The Ilumicode V 2.21 uses two (2) AA batteries (included).
DMX Linking
The diagram below shows how to connect the Ilumicode DMX output to any compatible
ILUMINARC® product.
Note that this connection will control multiple products at the sa
me time, all having the same
DMX address. To assign individual DMX addresses to each product
, you must connect the
Ilumicode unit to each product
, individually. This means that you will also have to disconnect the
DMX output of the product under configuration if there are other products connected to it.
1: Gnd (Black Clip)
2: Data – (Green Clip)
3: Data + (Red Clip)
1: Gnd
2: Data –
3: Data +
Power
Signal
Ilumicode
Addresser
DMX Output
Signal Connector
To
Other
Products

Operation
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4. Operation
When turned on,
the Ilumicode V
2.21 display
shows “VER 2.21”.
The Ilumicode V
2.21 has a timer
that turns the unit
off after 60 seconds of
inactivity.
The LCD display
on the Ilumicode
V 2.21 shows the
Ilumicode’s last
sent setting, not the
current setting on the
product.
Make sure you
have connected
the Ilumicode V
2.21 to the
product(s) before starting
programming.
To change the
DMX address of a
single product,
make sure that
there is no other product
connected to the DMX
cable.
Compatible
ILUMINARC®
products do not
light up when they do not
receive DMX or Ilumicode
signals, unless they are in
STATIC mode
Some
personalities on
this list may not
apply to your
ILUMINARC® product.
Consult the product’s
manual for more
information.
Ilumicode Panel Description
Button
Function
<MENU>
Exits from the current menu or function.
<ENTER>
Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the
currently selected value into the selected
function.
<UP>
Navigates upwards through the menu list and
increases the numeric value when in a function.
<DOWN>
Navigates downwards through the menu list and
decreases the numeric value when in a function.
<POWER>
Turns the unit on. The unit will turn off
automatically after 30 seconds of inactivity.
Product Compatibility
The Ilumicode V 2.21 contains all the parameters for all the compatible ILUMINARC®
products it can control. Therefore, consult the corresponding product’s user manual to
determine which parameters on the Ilumicode V 2.21 apply to that specific product.
Programming
Carry out all the programming procedures indicated below from the control panel. Refer to
the Menu Map section to learn how the menu options relate to each other.
Use <ENTER> and <MENU> to change levels in the Menu Map, moving right and left
respectively. Use <UP> and <DOWN> to move vertically within the Menu Map.
DMX Personality
1. Go to PERS and select any DMX personality.
2. Make sure to rearrange the DMX addresses of all products in the current DMX
universe to avoid address overlapping.
DMX Starting Address
1. Go to DMX.
2. Select a starting DMX address (001~512).
3. Press <ENTER> to send the new DMX address to the product. The display will show
“SEND…”
Dmx Values
Refer to the compatible ILUMINARC® product’s manual for the DMX Values that
correspond to that particular product.

Operation
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Some colors or
the strobe effect
on this list may
not apply to your
ILUMINARC® product.
Consult the product’s
manual for more
information.
DIM1 is the
fastest dimming
curve and DIM4
is the slowest.
Static Colors
1. Go to STATIC.
2. Select a color or effect (RED, GREN, BLUE, COOL, WARM, AMBE,SOLD, or
STRB).
3. Select a color value (000~255) or a strobe frequency (00~20).
Dimmer
This setting gives the user four different options to simulate the dimming curve of an
incandescent lighting product.
1. Go to DIMMER.
2. Select a dimming curve (OFF or DIM1~4).
Procedure:
DIMMER
Description
OFF
Dimmer curve is linear with fader
DIM1
Non-linear (fastest)
DIM2
Non-linear (fast)
DIM3
Non-linear (slow)
DIM4
Non-linear (slowest)
Color (Full Color Products)
1. Go to SETTINGS > COLOR.
2. Select the color method (OFF, RGB TO W, UC).
Details:
OFF
When the RGB faders are all set to “255,” the output is maximum.
RGB TO W
When the RGB faders are all set to “255,” the output is the selected White color
(see Whites Setting).
UC
When the RGB faders are all set to “255,” the output matches the same color output of
previous versions of this product.
Whites Setting (Full Color Products)
1. Go to CALIB.
2. Select a white color (WHITE 1~11) or RGB TO W.
3. Select an RGB color (RED, GREN, BLUE, COOL, WARM, or AMBE).
4. Configure the color value (000~255).
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the other RGB colors to obtain a white color.
6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for the other white colors.
Reset to Factory Settings
1. Go to SETTINGS > RESET.
2. Select an option (YES/NO).
Details:
The product will assume its default values as per the corresponding manual.

Operation
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Menu Map
Main Level
Programming Levels
Description
DMX 001~512 Sets the DMX starting address
PERSON
VW 2-channel: WW,CW control
VW+D 3-channel: WW,CW control + dimmer
ARC 1 3-channel: RGB control
ARC 1 + D 4-channel: RGB control + dimmer
ARC2 4-channel: RGBW control
ARC2 + D 5-channel: RGBW control + dimmer
ARC3 5-channel: RGBWA control
ARC3 + D 6-channel: RGBWA control + dimmer
ARC FULL 7-channel: RGB control + dimmer
REMOTE Reserved for future use
SOLID 1-channel: Dimmer
SPECIAL 1
See each product’s manual
SPECIAL 2
CALIB
WHITE 01~11
RED
000~255
Determines the white balance for the color macros
GREN
BLUE
RGB
COOL
Determines the white balance when RGBTOW is activeWARM
AMBE
DIMMER
OFF Dimmer works in linear mode
DIM 1
Dimmer works in non-linear mode, from fast to slow
DIM 2
DIM 3
DIM 4
STATIC
RED
000~255 Configures the static color
GREN
BLUE
COOL
WARM
AMBE
SOLD
STRB 00~20 Configures strobe speed
SETTINGS COLOR
OFF Maximum output, unbalanced white
RGBTOW White output is as per CALIB > RGB settings
UC Output matches that of product’s previous versions
RESET NO/YES Restores factory defaults

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5. Technical Information
If you still
experience
technical
problems after
trying the solutions in the
Troubleshooting Table,
contact ILUMINARC®
Technical Support.
Product Maintenance
To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear, clean the products frequently. Usage
and environment are contributing factors in determining the cleaning frequency. As a general
guideline, products should be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build-up reduces
performance and can cause overheating.
To clean a product:
•Clean all plastic surfaces, with mild soapy water and a soft, lint-free cotton cloth or a
lens-cleaning tissue.
•Apply the solution directly to the cloth or tissue and wipe any dirt and grime to the
outside edge.
•Gently polish the external surfaces until they are free of haze and lint.
Product Repairs
ILUMINARC® strongly advises you against attempting any repairs to this product unless you
are an authorized ILUMINARC® technician.
ILUMINARC® presents the information contained in the Troubleshooting Guide as potential
solutions only. In most cases, opening the product’s housing will invalidate its warranty.

Technical Information
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Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom
Cause(s)
Action(s)
Product is powered but it does
not light up
No Ilumicode connected
Connect Ilumicode to product. Product
should light up during programming, but it
will shut off after the timer kicks in.
No DMX controller connected
Connect DMX controller and set faders to
increase light output
Static mode not configured
Configure the Static mode to leave the
product running stand-alone. Product should
stay on after configuring STATIC mode.
Ilumicode does not power up
No / Reversed batteries
Install two AA dry cells in the correct
position
Low battery charge
Change both AA dry cells
Defective Ilumicode
Replace Ilumicode
Product does not change mode
after configuration
Bad signal connection to product
See DMX Signal Problems below
If using clips, wrong connection
Connect clips as per manual
Defective product
Replace product
Defective Ilumicode
Replace Ilumicode
Circuit breaker/fuse keeps
tripping/blowing
Excessive circuit load
Check total load placed on the electrical
circuit
Short circuit along the power wires
Check for a short in the electrical wiring
Product does not power up
No power
Check for power on power outlet
Loose or damaged power cord
Check power cord
Faulty internal power supply
Replace internal power supply
Product does not respond to
DMX
Wrong DMX addressing
Check Control Panel and unit addressing
Damaged DMX cables
Check DMX cables
Wrong polarity on the controller
Check polarity switch settings on the
controller
Loose DMX cables
Check cable connections
Faulty DMX interface
Replace the DMX board
DMX signal problems
Non DMX cables
Use only DMX compatible cables
Bouncing signals
Install terminator as suggested
Long cable / low level signal
Install an optically coupled DMX splitter
right after the product with the strong signal
Too many products
Install an optically coupled DMX splitter
after unit #32 or before
Interference from AC wires
Keep DMX cables separated from power
cables or fluorescent/black lights
Humidity in the cables or connection boxes
Make sure that the buried conduit and
connection boxes are dry. If not using
conduit, make sure that you are using cable
approved for exterior or underground
installation.

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LED Disclaimer
LED Life
ILUMINARC® rates LED lifetime based on lumen depreciation of 70% of the original output,
with data provided by the manufacturer of the LED. Data from the manufacturer of the LED
are not independently verified or measured by ILUMINARC®. When the product is operating
in optimal environmental conditions, the LED lifetime is rated to be 50,000 to 70,000 hours by
the LED manufacturer.
LED Binning
LED manufacturers sort LEDs into “bins,” based on variances in color, output intensity, and
the frequency at which the semiconductor operates. ILUMINARC® strives to hold its LED
manufacturers to the highest standards of binning to optimize consistency in output from
product to product. However, the availability of a single bin cannot be guaranteed. With that in
mind, ILUMINARC® has developed a rigorous control system to seek the best-achievable
consistency in color and output.
Color Rendering Index (CRI)
CRI is an industry standard method to compare properties of different types of light sources.
There are known limitations and inconsistencies related to CRI. Results may vary depending
on the environmental factors involved. For this reason, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
states that CRI should be considered as one point of reference among others in evaluating
white LED products and systems.
The following is an excerpt of recommendations from the DOE:
1. Identify the visual tasks to be performed under the light source. If color fidelity under
different light sources is critically important (for example, in a space where color or
fabric comparisons are made under both daylight and electric lighting), CRI values may
be a useful metric for rating LED products.
2. CRI may be compared only for light sources of equal correlated color temperature.
This applies to all light sources, not only to LEDs. Also, differences in CRI values of
less than five points are not significant, e.g., light sources with 80 and 84 CRI are
essentially the same.
3. If color appearance is more important than color fidelity, do not exclude white light
LEDs solely on the basis of relatively low CRI values. Some LED products with CRIs
as low as 25 still produce visually pleasing white light.
4. Evaluate LED systems in person and, if possible, on-site when color fidelity or color
appearance are important issues.
Source: DOE publication: PNNL-SA-56891, January 2008.

Technical Information
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ILUMINARC®
reserves the right
to use its own
discretion to repair or
replace returned
product(s).
Always keep the
original box and
all packaging
material as you
will need those to ship the
product back to
ILUMINARC®.
Return Procedure
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in the original box, and with its original packing and
accessories. ILUMINARC® will not issue call tags.
Call ILUMINARC® and request a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA #)
before shipping the product. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number, and a
brief description of the cause for the return.
The user must clearly label the package with an RMA #. ILUMINARC® will refuse any
product returned without an RMA #. DO NOT write the RMA # directly on the box.
Instead, write it on a properly affixed label.
Once you receive the RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of
paper inside the box:
•Your name
•Your address
•Your phone number
•The RMA #
•A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
packaging will be the customer’s responsibility. Proper FedEx packing or double-boxing are
recommended.
Contact Us
WORLD HEADQUARTERS - ILUMINARC®
General Information
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support
Voice: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web www.iluminarc.com
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - Chauvet Europe Ltd.
General Information
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK
NG16 6NT
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.co.uk
MEXICO - Chauvet Mexico
General Information
Address: Av. Santa Ana 30
Parque Industrial Lerma
Lerma, Mexico C.P. 52000
Voice: [phone]
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web www.chauvet.com.mx
CHAUVET EUROPE - Chauvet Europe BVBA
General Information
Address: Stokstraat 18
9770 Kruishoutem
Belgium
Voice: [phone]
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.eu
Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, contact the dealer of record. Follow their
instructions to request support or to return a product. Visit our website for contact details.

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Technical Specifications
Dimensions and Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
4.3 in (110 mm)
2.8 in (70 mm)
1 in (28 mm)
.45 lbs (.2 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Electrical
Power Supply Type
2-AA batteries
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
3-pin XLR
Sockets
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
Ilumicode
44444001

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