Kino Flo ParaZip 415 DMX User manual

ParaZip 415 & 215 DMX
Operation Manual
Part No. 3100081 Rev A 06-15-2015
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ParaZip 415 Yoke Mount
ParaZip 415 Pole-Op

ParaZip Fixture Styles and Features
ParaZip Yoke Mount
ParaZip Pole-Op
ZIP-415-120U
ParaZip 415 DMX Yoke Mount, Univ 120U
ZIP-415-230U
ParaZip 415 DMX Yoke Mount, Univ 230U
ZIP-415P-120U
ParaZip 415 DMX Pole-Op, Univ 120U
ZIP-415P-230U
ParaZip 415 DMX Pole-Op, Univ 230U
ZIP-215-120U
ParaZip 215 DMX Yoke Mount, Univ 120U
ZIP-215-230U
ParaZip 215 DMX Yoke Mount, Univ 230U
ZIP-215P-120U
ParaZip 215 DMX Pole-Op, Univ 120U
ZIP-215P-230U
ParaZip 215 DMX Pole-Op, Univ 230U
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Included w/ all ParaZip Models
GFR-Z4
ParaZip 415 Gel Frame (Included)
GFR-Z2
ParaZip 215 Gel Frame (Included)
LVR-Z490-P
ParaZip 415 Louver/HP, 90° (Included)
LVR-Z290-P
ParaZip 215 Louver/HP, 90° (Included)
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True Match Lamps
55C-K32 55W Kino KF32 Compact
55C-K55 55W Kino KF55 Compact
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Inserting Gel Frame
Inserting Lamps
Remove gel frame. Insert lamp tip rst.
Snap lamp base into
lamp connector.
Remove the lamp base
cover by pulling up on the
two push-buttons.
The Gel Frame is secured to the xture by 4 spring-loaded pins. Align the pins of the
Gel Frame with the oval receptacle holes on the edge of the xture. Pull back the pins and
release into the receptacles to properly secure the Gel Frame.
To release lamps,
press red button and lift
lamp base out.
Replace lamp base cover
and push down on pins to
lock.

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Inserting Louver
Mounting Barndoors
Applying Gel to Frame
AB
A) The Gel Frame comes
with Gel Clips. Cut the gel
to size and use the clips to
fasten the gel to the frame.
B) Another method is to
apply transfer tape directly
to the gel frame. The clips
are not necessary when
taping the gel.
Place the long edge of the Louver into the lower channel containing a set of leaf springs.
Press down on the Louver and slip the upper edge of the louver into the upper channel of
the xture. Honeycomb louvers have tabs on the side to enable easy handling. To remove,
reverse the procedure.
Adjust the door tension with
a Phillips screwdriver.
Attach the Barndoors (sold separately) to the two receptacles
located along the top and bottom edge of the xture.

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ParaZip Yoke Mount
The Yoke has a ½” hole to accept industry standard mounting
hardware.
The ParaZip 415 Yoke Mount can hang from a grid by a junior
pipe hanger using a Junior Pin Assembly for Yoke (MTP-I80),
sold separately.
The ParaZip 215 Yoke Mount can also hang from a grid by a
junior pipe hanger using a Junior Pin Assembly for Yoke
(MTP-I80) or by a baby pipe hanger using a Baby Receiver
Assembly for Yoke (MTP-I40) also sold separately.
Note: Because of weight capacity,
the MTP-I40 can only be used on the
ParaZip 215.
The ParaZip 415 and 215 Pole-Op include a yoke with an
attached junior pin. They can be hung from a grid with a
junior pipe hanger.
MTP-I80 MTP-I40
Warning: Use only M5 X 10mm screws (supplied) to assemble yoke. Note that threads on
the xture are self-locking and may seem tight. Replacement screw: Part No. 2020127
Recommended torque setting:
USA: 18 lb-in
Metric: 2 Nm
ParaZip Pole-Op
Junior pin attached to Pole-Op Yoke

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Pole Operation
Fixture Operation
The Blue cup alters the Pan (left or right.)
The White cup alters the Tilt (up or down.)
Warning! To Ensure Proper Operation
ALWAYS TURN OFF THE FIXTURE BEFORE connecting or disconnecting lamps.
After the lamps are properly installed, the xture can be turned on. Avoid operating in
temperatures above 140°F (60°C) or below 14°F (-10°C).
In temperatures below 14°F or -10°C, the ballast may take longer to strike. If lamps do not
strike within 5 seconds, switch the xture to OFF, and try again. Check that the lamps are
properly seated and the dimmer is up full, then restrike. If temperatures are too low, try to
warm up the xture to at least 14°F (-10°C). Lamps will turn on at preset dimmer settings
as long as the temperature is above 14°F or -10°C.
Warning!
Do not pull yoke to adjust tilt. Turn the white
knob counter clockwise to angle the yoke
90°.
(ParaBeam shown for illustration purposes
only.)

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ParaZip Control Panel
A) DMX-In & DMX-Out: DMX-In receives signals from Dimmer Board.
DMX-Out relays DMX signal through other xtures or instruments.
Note: Each ParaZip xture (415 & 215 models) has an “AUTO TERMINATE” feature.
The last xture that does not have an XLR cable attached to the DMX “Out” port will
automatically terminate.
B) DMX Dim Channels/Manual Dim Lamps: Sets the xture for 2 or 4 lamp operation.
(ParaZip 215 operates only 2 lamps.)
B
DC
E F G H
A
C) DMX Address: Sets DMX address of xture.
D) DMX OK: Lights if valid DMX signal is present.
E) Dimmer Knob: Manual dimming control
F) Power Switch: Turns xture on and off. Has built-in indicator light to detect if AC power is
present in power cord. “O” = OFF position.
G) IEC Plug Receptacle
H) Fuse: Provides circuit protection. Note: If Fuse is “blown” or “open”, replace with same type
of fuse rating as marked.

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Manual Operation
The onboard dimmer dial can manually dim lamps.
The MANUAL DIM LAMPS switch selects 4or 2 lamp operation.
Select the 2 setting to turn off the outer lamps.
Note: All manual controls are disabled as soon as the DMX
cable is applied. For Manual control with DMX cables plugged in,
set address to “000”. There is a 5 second delay when switching
between DMX and Manual control.
DMX Operation
DMX Addressing
Prior to hanging any instruments, set the DMX address of each
Fixture.
Push the tabs above or below the number window to set the ad-
dress. (Valid addresses range from 001 to 512.)
The ParaZip 215 operates on one DMX address to control/dim 2
lamps on one dimmer channel.
Tip: DMX Channel 2 allows for a greater degree of control. The board operator can turn
two lamps off (1 f-stop drop in exposure) without shifting the color temperature.
The DMX DIM CHANNELS feature allows user to select 4or 2
lamp operation for DMX dimming control.
The ParaZip 415 operates on one or two DMX addresses.
On DMX Channel 1, one DMX address controls/dims all four
lamps on one dimmer channel.
On DMX Channel 2, two DMX addresses are used:
The 1st address controls the inner two lamps.
The 2nd address controls the outer two lamps.

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Auto Terminate
The ParaZip 415 and 215 xtures have an AUTO TERMINATE feature. The last xture that
does not have an XLR cable attached to the DMX “Out” port will automatically terminate.
ParaZip xtures can be jumpered using the IN and OUT ports. As many as 100 xtures
can be jumpered on one chain as long as the DMX cable run remains under 1000 feet or
40 x 25ft DMX cables.
Note: When operating xtures at great distances from the dimmer board, it is recommend-
ed to use Opto-Isolators to provide DMX signal amplication.
DMX Cables
Cable must comply with EIA-485 (RS485).
The xture uses ve-pin XLR male and female connectors to
receive DMX signals from the Dimmer Board and jumper the
xtures in a series. DMX pin-out wiring follows the USITT
DMX512 standard:
Pin 1: Shield
Pin 2: Data –
Pin 3: Data +
Pin 4: Spare –
Pin 5: Spare +
Note: Pin four and ve in the Fixture are connected internally as
Pin four to four and Pin ve to ve. Connecting Pin four and ve
as the pass-thru allows secondary data to be passed through
other equipment.
Note: If a Fixture loses its DMX signal, it will hold its last DMX command.
For this reason, it is important to turn the Fixture off using the DMX commands.
For example, if you try to turn off the lights by turning off the dimmer board, the lights will
remember their last DMX command and stay on. The Fixtures require a DMX “Off” or
“Black-out” command in order to turn off.
Do Not use Microphone Cables and other general purpose, two-core cables designed
for audio or signaling use. They are not suitable for DMX512. Problems due to incorrect
cabling may not be immediately apparent. Microphone cables may appear to work ne,
but systems built with such cables may fail or be prone to random errors. Cable must
comply with EIA-485 (RS485).

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Trouble Shooting
LAMPS FAIL TO LIGHT:
• With the power switch in the ON position, the red light should be on. If it is not,
voltage is not present. Check your power feed. Check the fuse on the xture
and replace with the same type of fuse rating as marked if necessary.
• The onboard manual dimmer should be full up, turned completely clockwise.
• Check lamp contact. Lamps must be properly seated. If one lamp is not
making contact or is burned out, two lamps will be off.
• Replace lamp or lamps.
• After having checked that lamps are correctly seated, turn off power to the
xture for 60 seconds and restart.
• With DMX cable connected, if yellow light is off, there is no DMX signal.
Establish a valid DMX signal.
• With DMX cable plugged in and yellow indicator on:
1. Address must be between 001 and 512. 0 and 512 and higher are invalid
addresses.
2. The dimmer setting on lighting board must be in the full up mode.

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Accessories and Parts
BRD-Z42 ParaZip 415/215 Barndoors (Set of 2)
LVR-Z490-P
LVR-Z460-P
LVR-Z445
LVR-Z290-P
LVR-Z260-P
LVR-Z245
MTP-I80 Junior Pin Assembly for Yoke (28mm)
XLR-525 DMX Cable 5-Pin XLR, 25ft
XLR-515 DMX Cable 5-Pin XLR, 15ft
MTP-I40 Baby Receiver Assembly for Yoke (16mm)
7010012 ParaZip 415 Pole-Op Assembly
7010011 ParaZip 215 Pole-Op Assembly
ParaZip 415 Louver/HP, 90°
ParaZip 415 Louver/HP, 60°
ParaZip 415 Louver-Honeycomb, 45°
ParaZip 215 Louver/HP, 90°
ParaZip 215 Louver/HP, 60°
ParaZip 215 Louver-Honeycomb, 45°

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True Match Lamps
55C-K32 55W Kino KF32 Compact
55C-K55 55W Kino KF55 Compact
KAS-Z41 ParaZip 415 Ship Case
KAS-Z21 ParaZip 215 Ship Case
KAS-CL6 6-Lamp Carry Case (55W Compact)
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Cases

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ParaZip 415 Yoke Mount
ParaZip 215 Yoke Mount
Model: ZIP-415-120U
ParaZip 415 DMX Yoke Mount, Univ 120U
Input Voltage: 100~240VAC 50/60Hz, 165W
Output Frequency: 80kHz
Amperage: 1.4A at 120VAC
Lamp Switching: 4/2
Dimming Range: 100%~5%
Weight w/ lamps: 20.1 lbs /9.0kg
Dimensions: 50 x 16 x 6.5”
(127 x 40.5 x 16.5cm)
Lamp type: 55W CFL w/ 2G11 base
Model: ZIP-415-230U
ParaZip 415 DMX Yoke Mount, Univ 230U, 165W
Input Voltage: 240~100VAC 50/60Hz
Output Frequency: 80kHz
Amperage: 0.7A at 230VAC
Lamp Switching: 4/2
Dimming Range: 100%~5%
Weight w/ lamps: 20.1 lbs /9.0kg
Dimensions: 50 x 16 x 6.5”
(127 x 40.5 x 16.5cm)
Lamp type: 55W CFL w/ 2G11 base
Model: ZIP-215-120U
ParaZip 215 DMX Yoke Mount, Univ 120U
Input Voltage: 100~240VAC 50/60Hz, 85W
Output Frequency: 80kHz
Amperage: 0.7A at 120VAC
Lamp Switching: 2/off
Dimming Range: 100%~5%
Weight w/ lamps: 14.6 lbs /6.6kg
Dimensions: 50 x 11 x 5”
(127 x 28 x 12.5cm)
Lamp type: 55W CFL w/ 2G11 base
Model: ZIP-215-230U
ParaZip 215 DMX Yoke Mount, Univ 230U
Input Voltage: 240~100VAC 50/60Hz, 85W
Output Frequency: 80kHz
Amperage: 0.4A at 230VAC
Lamp Switching: 2/off
Dimming Range: 100%~5%
Weight w/ lamps: 14.6 lbs /6.6kg
Dimensions: 50 x 11 x 5”
(127 x 28 x 12.5cm)
Lamp type: 55W CFL w/ 2G11 base
Fixture Specications

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ParaZip 415 Pole-Op
ParaZip 215 Pole-Op
Model: ZIP-415P-120U
ParaZip 415 DMX Pole-Op, Univ 120U
Input Voltage: 100~240VAC 50/60Hz, 165W
Output Frequency: 80kHz
Amperage: 1.4A at 120VAC
Lamp Switching: 4/2
Dimming Range: 100%~5%
Weight w/ lamps: 22 lbs /10kg
Dimensions: 50.5 x 16 x 6.5”
(128 x 40.5 x 16.5cm)
Lamp type: 55W CFL w/ 2G11 base
Model: ZIP-415P-230U
ParaZip 415 DMX Pole-Op, Univ 230U
Input Voltage: 240~100VAC 50/60Hz, 165W
Output Frequency: 80kHz
Amperage: 0.7A at 230VAC
Lamp Switching: 4/2
Dimming Range: 100%~5%
Weight w/ lamps: 22 lbs /10kg
Dimensions: 50.5 x 16 x 6.5”
(128 x 40.5 x 16.5cm)
Lamp type: 55W CFL w/ 2G11 base
Model: ZIP-215P-120U
ParaZip 215 DMX Pole-Op, Univ 120U
Input Voltage: 100~240VAC 50/60Hz, 85W
Output Frequency: 80kHz
Amperage: 0.7A at 120VAC
Lamp Switching: 2/off
Dimming Range: 100%~5%
Weight w/ lamps: 16.5 lbs /7.5kg
Dimensions: 50.5 x 11 x 5”
(128 x 28 x 12.5cm)
Lamp type: 55W CFL w/ 2G11 base
Model: ZIP-215P-230U
ParaZip 215 DMX Pole-Op, Univ 230U
Input Voltage: 240~100VAC 50/60Hz, 85W
Output Frequency: 80kHz
Amperage: 0.4A at 230VAC
Lamp Switching: 2/off
Dimming Range: 100%~5%
Weight w/ lamps: 16.5 lbs /7.5kg
Dimensions: 50.5 x 11 x 5”
(128 x 28 x 12.5cm)
Lamp type: 55W CFL w/ 2G11 base

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