MegaLite N-E Color Strip User manual

USER MANUAL
Table of Contents
Safety Information……………………………………………………………………………………………. 3
Technical Information.…………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
Main Power Connection…………………………………………………………………………………..5
DMX-512 Connection…………………………………………………………………...……………......5
Rigging the Fixture............................................................................................................6
DMX Profile......................................................................................................................... 6
Main Control………………….................................................................................................. 7
Cleaning & Maintenance.............................................................................................. 8

Check that the unit has not been damaged during transport
Protection Against Fire
1. Maintain a minimum of 1 foot distance from any type of flame.
3. Replace fuse only with the specified type and rating.
. Do Not install the unit to close to a heat source.
5. Make sure cable are properly secured away from unit movement.
6. Maximum surface operating temperature 80º.
Protection Against Fire
1. Disconnect power before servicing.
2. For connection to main power supply proceed to page 5.
3. This unit must be earthed. (electronically grounded)
. Do not expose unit to rain or moisture.
Protection Against Mechanical Hazards
1. Use safety chain when hanging unit.
2. Use quality clamps or bolts when positioning unit
3. Do not open unit while it is on, risk of electrical shock.
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Fixture
405– N-E Color Strip
Mechanical Specifications
Fixture
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Packaged for Shipping
Size: 42.12”L x 2.75”W x 4.5”H
Weight: 5 lbs
Size: 42.5”L x 5”W x 5.”H
Weight: 6 lbs
DMX Connectors: 3-pin XLR connectors
Power Connection: In/Out
Thermal: Maximum ambient temperature 40°C
Maximum surface temperature 60°C
Fastening System: Dual end mount
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Electrical Specifications
LED Quantity: 252
Red: 108
Green: 72
Blue: 72
LED Diameter: 10 mm
LED Lifetime: 60,000 to 100,000 hours
LED Angle: 35°( ± 5º)
Power Consumption: 100 - 240V 50/60 Hz
Ballast: Electronic
Watts: 18.8
Protocol: DMX 512
DMX Channels: 13 Channels
Control options: Audio-trigger
Operating mode: Master/Slave, Stand alone
Control & Programming
42.12 ”
2.75
4.5
Technical Information

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Main Power Connection
Caution!
1. Do not connect fixture to a dimmer system.
2. This unit has Auto switching power supply. It will respond to 110V or 220V automatically
3. This unit must be earthed. (electronically grounded)
. Replace fuse only with the specified type and rating.
The occupation of the connection-cable is as follows:
1
2
3
1
3
2
DMX-512 Connection
110V Connection
The fixture is equipped with 3 pin XLR Sockets for DMX input and output. The sockets are wired in parallel. Only use a shielded
twisted pair cable designed for RS- 85 and 3 pin XLR plugs and connectors in order to connect the controller with the fixture or
the fixture with another.
DMX—input DMX—output
1. Shield
2. Signal (-)
3. Signal (+)
Caution!
At the last fixture the DMX signal needs to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120
Ohm resistor between the (-) and the (+) signal into a 3 pin XLR plug and plug it in to the
last fixture on the signal run. Pre-manufactured terminator plugs are available for
purchase from your Mega-Lite dealer (HOS-DMXT).
Cable (USA) Cable (EU) Pin Connection
Black Brown
White
Green
Light Blue
Yellow/Green
Live
Neutral
Ground
L
N
Cable (USA) Cable (EU) Pin Connection
Black Brown
White
Green
Light Blue
Yellow/Green
Live
Live
Neutral
L
N
220V Connection

Rigging the fixture
Caution!
1. The installations must be carried out by an authorized dealer or trained professional.
2. Unit may cause severe injures if you have doubts concerning the safety do not install.
3. Unit is to be 2 inches away from flammable materials (decoration material)
. Use high quality installation equipment to hang unit.
When rigging a unit it is very important that you follow common safety procedures. Rigging requires extensive experience includ-
ing but not limited to calculating working loads, material being used and periodic safety inspections. If you lack these qualifica-
tions, do not attempt the installation yourself, instead use a professional structural rigger.
When rigging the unit always be secured with a secondary safety attachment. The installation location of the projector has got to
be built in the way that it can hold 10 times the weight for 1 hour with out any harming. Installation should be checked at least
one time a year by a skilled person.
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DMX Profile
N-E Color Strip DMX Profile (13 Channels)
DMX Channel unction Description Value
Dimmer (Ch 2-13 dimmer valid) 0-10
Strobe (Ch 1-13 Dimmer valid) 11-51
Color Fade slow to fast 8 -115
Color Snaps slow to fast 116-123
Color Chase (red, purple) slow to fast 12 -139
Color Chase (red, yellow) slow to fast 1 0-1 7
Color Chase (green, aqua) slow to fast 1 8-155
1 Dimmer, Macro Color Chase (blue, purple) slow to fast 156-163
Color Chase (blue, aqua) slow to fast 16 -179
Color Chase (purple, green) slow to fast 180-195
Color Chase (yellow, blue) slow to fast 196-211
Color Chase (aqua, red) slow to fast 212-227
Color Chase 1 slow to fast 228-2 3
Color Chase 2 slow to fast 2 -251
Color Chase 3 slow to fast 252-255
2 LED Color Red full bar 0-255
3 LED Color Green full bar 0-255
LED Color Blue full bar 0-255
5 LED Color Red 1st segment 0-255
6 LED Color Green 1st segment 0-255
7 LED Color Blue 1st segment 0-255
8 LED Color Red 2nd segment 0-255
9 LED Color Green 2nd segment 0-255
10 LED Color Blue 2nd segment 0-255
11 LED Color Red 3rd segment 0-255
12 LED Color Green 3rd segment 0-255
13 LED Color Blue 3rd segment 0-255

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Main Control Menu
The control board on the fixture base is your interface
to access and control all the functions on the unit. Its
dipswitch interface gives you a code view of the op-
tions. The following will explain each function and its
options. FUSE 2A 100V– 2 0V MIN MAX MIC DMX 512 SIGNAL
001 002 00 008 016
032
06 128 256
ON
DMX
1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10
001 002 00 008 016 032 06 128 256
1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10
DMX Addressing
Turn dipswitch 10 to the Down position. Each dipswitch from 1 to 9 holds
a numerical value located below the dipswitch. Add the numerical value to
get the desired fixture start address channel. The user must assign a
start address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the
controller.
For example, if you wish the first unit to start on address channel 85 you
will need to turn on dipswitch 1,3,5 and 7 (1+ +16+6 =85)
ON
DMX
001 002 00 008 016 032 06 128 256 FUN
1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10
ON
unctions
FUNCTION 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10
RED ON
GREEN ON
BLUE ON
STROBE SLOW MID FAST FASTES ON CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW
COLOR FADE SLOW MID FAST FASTES ON
COLOR SNAP SLOW MID FAST FASTES ON
CHASE LIGHT SLOW MID FAST FASTES ON
SOUND ACTIVATED RAINBOW ON
DMX 1 2 8 16 32 6 128 256 ON
ON
Turn dipswitch 10 to the UP position. This function will turn on the func-
tions that will allow the unit to run a preprogram function. Additionally, this
unit may serve as a master unit where other units will copy it’s functions.
To create a master unit connect the XLR cable from the output to the in-
put on the next unit. And address the next unit as fixture 1.

Cleaning and maintenance
Installation Maintenance: The operator has to make sure that the unit is operating safely and has the installations and electron-
ics checked by an expert every 2 years.
The following points have to be considered during the inspection:
1) All screws used for installing the device or part of the device have to be tightly connected and must not be corroded.
2) There must not be any deformations on the housing, fixation and installation spots (ceiling, suspension, trussing).
3) The electronic power supply cables must not show any damages, material fatigue (e.g. porous cables) or sediments. Further
instructions depending on the installation spot and usage have to be adhered by a skilled installer and any safety problems
have to be removed.
Disconnect from mains before starting maintenance operation!
Caution Danger to life!
We recommend a frequent cleaning of the device. Please use a moist, lint free cloth. Never use alcohol or solvents!
1) The plastic cover will require periodic cleaning on usage and environment. Environment with foggers will require more peri-
odic cleaning as fog fluid tends to build up residues, reducing the light output.
Note: There is no serviceable parts inside the device except for the LED’s. Maintenance and service operations are to be carried
out by authorized dealers.
Replacing the fuse: Only replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
Replacing the power cable: If the power cable of this device becomes damaged, it has to be replaced by authorized dealers only
In order to avoid hazards.
Should you have further questions , please contact your dealer.
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Parts List
050-ec Plastic end caps
050-ledmod LED module
050-mainc Main PCB card
000-dmx XLR Connections
050-gc Plastic clear cover
050-ps Power Supply
000-fh Fuse Holder

Mega-Lite
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San Antonio, TX 78238
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