Iluminarc ilumipod 54g2 ip User manual

User Manual

Edition Notes
Ilumipod™ 54g2 IP User Manual Rev. 2
Edition Notes
The Ilumipod™ 54g2 IP User Manual Rev. 2 covers the description, safety precautions,
installation, programming, operation, and maintenance of the Ilumipod™ 54g2 IP
.
ILUMINARC® released this edition of the Ilumipod™ 54g2 IP User Manual Rev. 2
in
November 2015. Read the guide that shipped with the Ilumipod™ 54g2 IP
and this User
Manual before installing, operating, or maintaining this product.
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issolely ownedbyILUMINARC®, a wholly owned trademark ofChauvet &Sons, LLC.
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Electronically published byILUMINARC® inthe United States ofAmerica.
Author
Date
Editor
Date
D. Couppe
08/06/15
M. Gregory
08/07/15

Table of Contents
Ilumipod™ 54g2 IP User Manual Rev. 2 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
Options.............................................................................................................................................................3
Product Overview .................................................................................................................................... 4
Product Dimensions................................................................................................................................. 5
3. Installation............................................................................................................................6
Mounting.................................................................................................................................................. 6
Orientation .......................................................................................................................................................6
Installation........................................................................................................................................................6
AC Power................................................................................................................................................. 7
Power Consumption.........................................................................................................................................7
AC Plug............................................................................................................................................................7
Power Wiring....................................................................................................................................................7
DMX Linking ............................................................................................................................................ 8
DMX Modes .....................................................................................................................................................8
Signal Wiring....................................................................................................................................................8
Protocol Connectivity .......................................................................................................................................8
Controllers ............................................................................................................................................... 9
DMX Controller.................................................................................................................................................9
Ilumicode addresser.......................................................................................................................................10

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4. Operation ............................................................................................................................11
ILUMICODE ADDRESSER ................................................................................................................... 11
Ilumicode Panel Description...........................................................................................................................11
Control Options...................................................................................................................................... 11
Programming ......................................................................................................................................... 11
DMX Personality ............................................................................................................................................11
DMX Starting Address....................................................................................................................................11
Static Colors...................................................................................................................................................12
Dimmer ..........................................................................................................................................................12
Color ..............................................................................................................................................................12
Whites Setting................................................................................................................................................12
Reset to Factory Settings...............................................................................................................................12
Menu Map (Ilumicode)........................................................................................................................... 13
DMX Values........................................................................................................................................... 14
ARC FULL......................................................................................................................................................14
ARC 1 ............................................................................................................................................................14
ARC 1 + D......................................................................................................................................................14
SOLID ............................................................................................................................................................14
SPECIAL 2.....................................................................................................................................................15
ARC 2 ............................................................................................................................................................15
ARC 2+D........................................................................................................................................................15
5. Technical Information ........................................................................................................16
Product Maintenance............................................................................................................................. 16
Product Repairs..................................................................................................................................... 16
Photometrics.......................................................................................................................................... 17
LED Disclaimer...................................................................................................................................... 18
LED Life.........................................................................................................................................................18
LED Binning...................................................................................................................................................18
Color Rendering Index (CRI)..........................................................................................................................18
Return Procedure .................................................................................................................................. 19
Contact Us.....................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 20

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
•Ilumipod™ 54g2 IP
•Power Input Cord
•Data Input/Output Cord
•Warranty Card
•Quick Reference 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
Ilumipod™ 54g2
IP 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.
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.
•Do not touch this product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
Mounting and Installation
•This product is for outdoor use and can be submerged (IP67) at a depth of 1 m or less
and for 30 minutes or less. Do not submerge deeper than 1 m for more than 30 minutes.
•Not for permanent outdoor installation in locations with extreme environmental
conditions. This includes, but is not limited to:
oExposure to a marine/saline environment (within 3 miles of a saltwater body
of water).
oWhere the normal high or low temperatures of the location exceed the
temperature ranges in this manual.
oLocations that are prone to flooding or being buried in snow.
oOther areas where the product will be subject to extreme radiation or caustic
substances.
•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.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.
•When hanging this product, always secure it to a fastening device using a safety cable.
Power and Wiring
•Always make sure that you are connecting this product to the proper voltage, as per the
specifications in this manual or on the product’s sticker.
•Never connect this product to a dimmer pack.
•Make sure that the power input cable is not cracked, crimped, or damaged.
•Never disconnect this product by pulling on the power input cable.
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 Ilumipod™ 54g2 IP is an LED wash light intended to light a variety of both indoor and
outdoor applications. The product consists of a cast aluminum body containing a power
supply, control unit, and an adjustable bracket. The DMX input and output is located on the
rear of the product.
Features
•1, 3, 4, 5, 7 or 8-channel RGBW LED wash product
•Operating modes:
1-channel: Dimmer
3-channel: RGB control
4-channel: RGB, dimmer
4-channel: RGBW
5-channel: RGBW, dimmer
7-channel: RGB, dimmer, color macro, strobe, dimmer speed
8-channel: RGBW, dimmer, color macro, strobe, dimmer speed
•Pre-programmed color macros
•RGBW color mixing with or without DMX control
•Built-in color temperature presets
•Five distinct dimming curves
•Adjustable bracket
•Impact resistant glass lens cover
•Cast aluminum, IP67 housing
Options
•ILUMICODE addresser (for product configuration)
•The RDM2go, which includes a built in ilumicode addresser along with many other useful
features is now available.
•The Ilumicoode addresser is required for product configuration (sold separately).

Product Description
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Product Overview
Side View
Rear View
Front View
Data In/Out
Power In
3 W LEDs
Adjustment
Knob
Mounting
Bracket

Product Description
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Product Dimensions
11.54 in
293 mm
11.18 in
284 mm
9.76 in
248 mm
16.46 in
418 mm
17.72 in
450 mm

Installation
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3. Installation
Make sure to mount
this product away
from any flammable
material as indicated in the
Safety Notes.
Mounting
Before mounting this product, read and follow the safety recommendations indic
ated in the
Safety Notes.
Orientation
Always mount this product in a safe position, making sure there is adequate ro
om for ventilation,
configuration, and maintenance.
Installation
The Ilumipod™ 54g2
has 3 mounting points on the mounting bracket to secure it to almost any
surface provided that it can support the product’s weight
. ILUMINARC® recommends following
the general guidelines below when mounting the Ilumipod™ 54g2 IP.
•When selecting an installation location, consider ease of access to the product for
operation, programming adjustments and routine maintenance.
•Make sure the product’s mounting location can support its weight. See the Technical
Specifications for the weight requirement(s) of this product.
M12 Size Mounting
Bolt