ProLights StudioCob PFC2 User manual

USER MANUAL
English version
StudioCob PFC2
150W IP65 rated full colour COB LED Par
REV.01-09/21

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INDEX
SAFETY INFORMATION 02
1 - PACKAGING 05
PACKAGE CONTENT..................................................................................................... 05
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES............................................................................................. 05
2 - TECHNICAL DRAWING 05
3 - INSTALLATION 06
MOUNTING.................................................................................................................... 06
4 - CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY 07
5 - START UP 07
CONNECT AND DISCONNECT POWER FROM THE PRODUCT.................................. 07
6 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW 08
7 - DMX CONNECTION 09
CONNECTION OF THE CONTROL SIGNAL: DMX LINE .............................................. 09
INSTRUCTIONS FOR A RELIABLE DMX CONNECTION ............................................... 09
CONNECTION DAISY CHAIN........................................................................................ 09
CONNECTION OF THE DMX LINE................................................................................ 09
CONSTRUCTION OF THE DMX TERMINATION ........................................................... 10
DMX ADDRESSING ........................................................................................................ 10
8 - CONTROL PANEL 11
DISPLAY AND BUTTONS LAYOUT................................................................................. 11
9 - MENU STRUCTURE 12
10 - RDM FUNCTIONS 14
11 - DMX CHARTS 15
12 - ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION 17
FILTER FRAME (CODE STUDIOCOBTPG - OPTIONAL)................................................. 17
BARN DOOR (CODE STUDIOCOBBD - OPTIONAL)..................................................... 18
OPTIC (CODE STUDIOCOBPLUSL18/30/60 - OPTIONAL)............................................ 19
13 - MAINTENANCE 20
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING THE PRODUCT........................................................ 20
VISUAL CHECK OF PRODUCT HOUSING ..................................................................... 20
TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................... 21

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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING!
• Please read carefully the instruction reported in this section before installing, power-
ing, operating or servicing the product and observe the indications also for its future
handling.
This unit is not for household use, only professional applications.
Connection to mains supply
• The Connection to the mains supply must be carried out by a qualied electrical installer.
• Use only AC supplies 100-240V 50-60 Hz, the xture must be electrically connected
to ground (earth).
• Select the cable cross section in according with the maximum current draw of the
product and the possible number of products connected at the same power line.
• The AC mains power distribution circuit must be equipped with magnetic+residual
current circuit breaker protection.
• Do not connect it to a dimmer system; doing so may damage the product.
Protection and Warning against electrical shock
• Do not remove any cover from the product, always disconnect the product from AC
power before servicing.
• Ensure that the xture is electrically connected to ground (earth). And use only a
source of AC power that complies with local building and electrical codes and has
both overload and ground-fault (earth-fault) protection.
• Before using the xture, check that all power distribution equipment and cables are
in perfect condition and rated for the current requirements of all connected devices.
• Isolate the xture from power immediately if the power plug or any seal, cover, cable, or
other components are damaged, defective, deformed or showing signs of overheating.
• Do not reapply power until repairs have been completed.
• Refer any service operation not described in this manual to PROLIGHTS Service team
or an authorized PROLIGHTS service center.
Installation
• Make sure that all visible parts of the product are in good visible condition before its
use or installation.
• Make sure the point of anchorage is stable before positioning the projector.
• When suspending the xture above ground level, secure it against failure of primary
attachments by attaching a safety cable that is approved as a safety attachment for
the weight of the xture to the attachment point on the main frame of the product. ln
case the safety cable, enter in action, it needs to be replaced with a new one.
• Install the product only in well ventilated places.
• For non temporary installations, ensure that the xture is securely fastened to a load-
bearing surface with suitable corrosionresistant hardware.
• For a temporary installation with clamps, ensure that the quarter-turn fastener and/or
screws are turned fully, and secured with a suitable safety cable.
0,5 m Minimum distance of illuminated objects
• The projector needs to be positioned so that the objects hit by the beam of light are
at least 0.5 meters (1.64 ft) from the lens of the projector.
T
45°
C
a
Max operating ambient temperature (Ta)
• Do not operate the xture if the ambient temperature (Ta) exceeds 45 °C (113 °F).

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T
-20°
C
aMinimum operating ambient temperature (Ta)
• Do not operate the xture if the ambient temperature (Ta) is below -20 °C (-4 °F).
Protection from burns and re
• The exterior of the xture becomes hot during use. Avoid contact by persons and materials.
• Ensure that there is free and unobstructed airow around the xture.
• Keep ammable materials well away from the xture.
• Do not expose the front glass to sunlight or any other strong light source from any an-
gle. Lenses can focus the sun’s rays inside the xture, creating a potential re hazard.
• Do not attempt to bypass thermostatic switches or fuses.
IP65
Outdoor (temporary) use
• This product is rated with an IP (Ingress protection) for temporary outdoor use when
used and serviced according to the instruction contained in this document.
• Never use the xture in places subject to vibrations or bumps.
• Make certain that no inammable liquids, water or metal objects enter the xture.
• Excessive dust, smoke uid, and particle build up degrades performance, causes
overheating and will damage the xture.
• Damages caused by inadequate cleaning or maintenance are not covered by the
product warranty.
T
60°
C
c
Temperature of the external surface
• The surface of the xture can reach up to 60 °C (140 °F) during operation. Avoid
contact with people and materials.
Maintenance
• Warning! Disconnect the xture from AC mains power and allow to cool for at least
10 minutes before handling.
• Only technicians who are authorized by PROLIGHTS or Authorised service partners
are permitted to open the xture.
• Users may carry out external cleaning, following the warnings and instructions pro-
vided, but any service operation not described in this manual must be referred to a
qualied service technician.
• Important! Excessive dust, smoke uid, and particle build up degrades performance,
causes overheating and will damage the xture. Damages caused by inadequate
cleaning or maintenance is not covered by the product warranty.
Photobiological safety
• This device emits potentially dangerous optical radiation and is identied in the cat-
egory of Risk Group 1 according to EN 62471.
Do not stare at the operating light source
• Do not look directly at the LED source during operation. It can be harmful to the eyes
and skin.
• During Installation, operation and maintenance, be prepared for the xture to light
and move suddenly when connected to power.
Disposal
• This product is supplied in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU – Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). To preserve the environment please dis-
pose/ recycle this product at the end of its life according to the local regulation.

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The products to which this manual refers comply with:
• 2014/35/EU - Safety of electrical equipment supplied at low voltage (LVD).
• 2014/30/EU - Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).
• 2011/65/EU - Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS).
Other approvals
• The product meets the safety requirements of the certification procedures of the
market in which it is placed and sold.

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1 - PACKAGING
PACKAGE CONTENT
• STUDIOCOBPFC2;
• 1x 1,5 meters power cable (SCHUKO plug - SEETRONIC IP65 power connector);
• User manual.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• INF53415L03: dmx cable HC5340. SETMC5MXXB XLR 5p->SETMC5FXXB XLR (f) 5p;
• 938225L03: 3x2.5mm TH07 Cable, 16A SETSAC3MX, 16A SETSAC3FX, L. 3m;
• 9313FXWL03: ass. 3x2.5mm TH07 cable, 16A 3p 230V CEE plug, SETSAC3FX socket, L.3 m;
• 9333FXWL03: ass. 3x2.5mm TH07 cable, SHUKO plug, SETSAC3FX socket, L.3m;
• C6002: slim aluminium clamp, 200 kg loading, 48-51 mm tubes, M10 bolt;
• RSR0630A/B: steel security cable for hanging bodies, inox steel shackle, L=60 cm, silver/black;
• STUDIOCOBPLUSL18: optics for STUDIOCOBPLUS projectors series, 18°;
• STUDIOCOBPLUSL38: optics for STUDIOCOBLUS projectors series, 38°;
• STUDIOCOBPLUSL60: optics for STUDIOCOBLUS projectors series, 60°;
• STUDIOCOBTPG: lter frame for STUDIOCOB projectors;
• STUDIOCOBBD: barn door 4 directional aps to adjust the light beam, f. frame included;
• FCLCOBPLUS: ight case for 8 STUDIOCOBPLUS;
• UPBOX1U: rmware uploader kit, USB IN, 3p XLR DMX OUT.
2 - TECHNICAL DRAWING
Fig. 01Weight: 5.6 kg - 12.34 lbs

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Fig. 02
3 - INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
Check that the supporting structure can safely bear the weight of all installed xtures, clamps, cables,
auxiliary equipment, etc. and complies with locally applicable regulations.
When suspending the xture above ground level, secure it against failure of primary attachments by
attaching a safety wire that is approved as a safety attachment for the weight of the xture to an anchor
point on the product main frame.
Do not use removable parts or weak anchors for secondary attachment.
Warning! When clamping the xture to a truss or other structure at any angle, use clamps of half-cou-
pler type. Do not use any type of clamp that does not completely encircle the structure when fastened.
215 mm
8.5 in
Ø13 mm
Ø0.5 in
45 mm
1.8 in
RSR0630A/B
steel security cable
C6002
clamp

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5 - START UP
CONNECT AND DISCONNECT POWER FROM THE PRODUCT
To apply and disconnect power to the product:
• Check that the product is installed and secured as indicated in the Safety Informations, and that
personal safety will not be put at risk when the xture lights up.
• Connect the power connector into the Mains input socket (100-240 VAC-50/60 Hz).
• The product is then ready for its operations and can be controlled through the available input sig-
nals on board.
• To disconnect power from the product, disconnect the Mains from the socket.
4 - CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY
WARNING: For protection from electric shock, the xture must be earthed!
The product is equipped with auto-switching power supply that automatically adjusts to any 50-60Hz
AC power source from 100-240 Volts.
If you need to install a power plug on the power cable to allow connection to power outlets, install a
grounding-type (earthed) plug, following the plug manufacturer’s instructions. If you have any doubts
about proper installation, consult a qualied electrician.
The max power consumption is 140W.
Core (EU) Core (US) Connection Plug terminal marking
Brown Black Live L
Blue White Neutral N
Yellow+green Green Earth

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36 5 489
1
2
7
6 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1. BRACKET;
2. SAFETY EYE to attach safety cable;
3. KNOB for bracket;
4. DMX IN (5-p XLR): 1 = GND, 2 = sign-, 3 = sign+, 4 N/C, 5 N/C;
5. POWER IN: for connection to the Mains 100-240V~/50-60Hz;
6. USER INTERFACE with display and buttons for access to the control panel functions.
7. DMX OUT (5-p XLR): 1 = GND, 2 = sign-, 3 = sign+, 4 N/C, 5 N/C;
8. POWER OUT: power output for connection of multiple units in series;
9. GORE VALVE.
Fig. 03

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7 - DMX CONNECTION
CONNECTION OF THE CONTROL SIGNAL: DMX LINE
The product has XLR sockets for DMX input and output.
The default pin-out on both socket is as the following diagram:
Fig. 04
Pin1 : GND - Shield
Pin2 : - Signal
Pin3 : + Signal
Pin4 : N/C
Pin5 : N/C
DMX - OUTPUT
XLR socket
DMX - INPUT
XLR plug
INSTRUCTIONS FOR A RELIABLE DMX CONNECTION
Use shielded twisted-pair cable designed for RS-485 devices: standard microphone cable cannot trans-
mit control data reliably over long runs. 24 AWG cable is suitable for runs up to 300 meters (1000 ft).
Heavier gauge cable and/or an amplier is recommended for longer runs.
To split the data link into branches, use splitter-ampliers in the connection line.
Do not overload the link. Up to 32 devices may be connected on a serial link.
CONNECTION DAISY CHAIN
Connect the DMX data output from the DMX source to the product DMX input (male connector XLR)
socket.
Run the data link from the product XLR output (female connector XLR) socket to the DMX input of the
next xture.
Terminate the data link by connecting a 120 Ohm signal termination. If a splitter is used, terminate
each branch of the link.
Install a DMX termination plug on the last xture on the link.
CONNECTION OF THE DMX LINE
DMX connection employs standard XLR connectors. Use shielded pair-twisted cables with 120Ω im-
pedance and low capacity.
The following diagram shows the connection mode:
Fig. 05 - Example 10 DMX channels conguration
. . . . . . . . . . . .
DMX Address: 33 DMX Address: 63DMX Address: 43 DMX Address: 53
. . . . . . . . . . . .
DMX512 Controller
DMX IN DMX IN DMX IN DMX INDMX OUT DMX OUT DMX OUT DMX OUT

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DMX ADDRESSING
In order to start controlling the product via DMX, the rst step is to select a DMX address, also known
as the start channel, this is the rst channel used to receive instructions from a DMX controller. If you
wish to control the product individually, it is necessary to assign a different starting address channel to
each xture.
The number of channels occupied from the product depends on the DMX mode selected, so always
verify the DMX Mode in the MENU before start addressing.
If you assign two xtures the same address, they will be executing the same behaviour. Selecting the
same address to multiple xtures can be useful for diagnostic purposes and symmetrical control.
DMX addressing is limited to make it impossible to set the DMX address so high that you are left with-
out enough control channels for the product.
To set the xture’s DMX address:
1. Press MENU to open the main menu.
2. Reach the addressing menu, then select the DMX ADDRESS settings.
3. Select the address from 1 to 512 using the navigation arrows/buttons and conrm by pressing
ENTER.
4. Press Menu to exit and return to the Home screen.
CONSTRUCTION OF THE DMX TERMINATION
The termination is prepared by soldering a 120Ω 1/4 W resistor between pins 2 and 3 of the male XLR
connector, as shown in gure.
Fig. 06
Example:
5 pin XLR connector
4

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Fig. 07
8 - CONTROL PANEL
The product has a display and buttons for access to the control panel functions.
DISPLAY AND BUTTONS LAYOUT
• The product has a display and buttons for access to the control panel functions:
• MENU: used to access the menu tree or to return a previous menu window.
• UP: browse upwards through the menu list and increases the numeric value displayed.
• DOWN: browse downwards through the menu list and decreases the numeric value displayed.
• ENTER: used to conrm the current menu or conrm the current function value or option within a
menu.
Mode
Enter
Up
Down

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9 - MENU STRUCTURE
The following chart describes the MENU tree of the product, the terms shown in BOLD indicates the
default settings.
MENU
1 DMX Address DMX Address 001 - 512
2 DMX Channel DMX Mode 4 Ch
6 Ch
10 Ch
3 Static Fixed Color R
G
B
W
GB
RB
RG
RGB
RW
GW
BW
RGW
RBW
GBW
RGBW
White Presets 3000 K
4000 K
5000 K
6000 K
7000 K
8000 K
9000 K
10000 K
Manual Color Red (0-255)
Green (0-255)
Blue (0-255)
White (0-255)
4 Auto Show Auto 1
Auto 2
Auto 3
Auto 4
Auto 5
Speed (0-100)
Speed (0-100)
Speed (0-100)
Speed (0-100)
Speed (0-100)
5 Master/Slave Master
Slave
Allow you to link and operating in synk
multiple units without a DMX console.
Choose a unit to perform as the Master.
This unit must be the rst unit in line; set
the sucessive units to be slave
6 Dimmer
Mode
Off
Dimmer 1
Dimmer 2
Dimmer 3
To choose the dimmer curve.
7White Balance Off
Manual Red (125-255)
Green (125-
255)
Blue (125-255)
White (125-
255)
Off
8 LED
Frequency
600 Hz
1200 Hz
2000 Hz
4000 Hz
25 KHz
Select PWM frequency.
9 Fan Mode Auto Speed
High Speed
Select the product Fan mode.

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10 Back Light On
10 S
20 S
30 S
Allows you to select the timing after that
display will switch automatically off when
unactive.
11 Key Lock On
Of
Allows you lock the buttons on the control
panel by a password. Press following com-
binations (password) in order to access
to the user menu : UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN,
ENTER
12 Information Fixture Hours
Version
UID
9999h
V1.0
15D00207****
To view infromation about the unit.
13 Reset Factory No
Yes
To reset the unit to factory default settings.

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Category Parameter PID GET SET
Product
Information
DEVICE_INFO 0x0060 x
DEVICE_MODEL_DESCRIPTION 0x0080 x
MANUFACTURER_LABEL 0x0081 x
DEVICE_LABEL 0x0082 x x
FACTORY_DEFAULTS 0x0090 x x
SOFTWARE_VERSION_LABEL 0x00C0 x
DMX512
Setup DMX_PERSONALITY 0x00E0 x x
DMX_PERSONALITY_DESCRIPTION 0x00E1 x
DMX_START_ADDRESS 0x00F0 x x
Dimmer
Settings CURVE 0x0343 x x
CURVE_DESCRIPTION 0x0344 x x
MODULATION_FREQUENCY 0x0347 x x
MODULATION_FREQUENCY_ DESCRIPTION 0x0348 x
Sensors SENSOR_DEFINITION 0x0200 x
SENSOR_VALUE 0x0201 x x
Power/Lamp
Settings DEVICE_HOURS 0x0400 x x
LAMP_HOURS 0x0401 x x
LAMP_STRIKES 0x0402 x x
Display
Settings DISPLAY_INVERT 0x0500 x x
Control IDENTIFY_DEVICE 0x1000 x x
10 - RDM FUNCTIONS
The product can communicate using RDM (Remote Device Management) protocol over a DMX512
Networks.
RDM is a bi-directional communications protocol for use in DMX512 control systems, it is the open
standard for DMX512 device conguration and status monitoring.
The RDM protocol allows data packets to be inserted into a DMX512 data stream without affecting
existing non-RDM equipment. It allows a console or dedicated RDM controller to send commands to
and receive messages from specic xtures.
The PIDs in the following tables are supported in the product.

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Ch 4 Ch 6 Ch 10 Ch
1 RED DIMMER DIMMER
2 GREEN RED RED
3 BLUE GREEN GREEN
4 WHITE BLUE BLUE
5 WHITE WHITE
6STROBE STROBE
7COLOR FUNCTION
8
COLOR PRESETS
WHITE PRESETS
COLOR MACRO
9COLOR MACRO SPEED
10 DIMMER FADE
11 - DMX CHARTS

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4 Ch 6 Ch 10 Ch Function DMX
Value Default
1 1 DIMMER
0÷100% 000 ÷ 255 000
122RED
0÷100% 000 ÷ 255 000
23 3 GREEN
0÷100% 000 ÷ 255 000
34 4 BLUE
0÷100% 000 ÷ 255 000
455WHITE
0÷100% 000 ÷ 255 000
6 6
STROBE
No function
Strobe Slow to fast
No function
Random strobe effect slow to fast
No function
000 ÷ 030
031 ÷ 100
101 ÷ 130
131 ÷ 200
201 ÷ 255
255
7
COLOR FUNCTION
No Function
Color presets
White presets
Color macro
000 ÷ 010
011 ÷ 085
086 ÷ 170
171 ÷ 255
000
8
COLOR PRESETS
active when Color function is on Color presets
RGB 100%, 0~100%, 0%
RGB 0~100%, 100%, 0%
RGB 0%, 100%, 0~100%
RGB 0%, 0~100%, 100%
RGB 0~100%, 0%, 100%
RGB 100%, 0%, 0% ~ 100%
RGB 100%, 0% ~ 100%, 0% ~ 100%
RGB 0% ~ 100%, 0% ~ 100%, 100%
RGBW 100%, 100%, 100%, 100%
WHITE PRESETS
active when Color function is on White presets
RGBW 2000K ~ 3000K
RGBW 3000K ~ 4000K
RGBW 4000K ~ 5000K
RGBW 5000K ~ 6000K
RGBW 6000K ~ 7000K
RGBW 7000K ~ 8000K
RGBW 8000K ~ 9000K
RGBW 9000K ~ 10000K
COLOR MACRO
active when Color function is on Color macro
Auto Program 1
Auto Program 2
Auto Program 3
Auto Program 4
Auto Program 5 (Auto program1 - 4)
000 ÷ 028
029 ÷ 056
057 ÷ 084
085 ÷ 112
113 ÷ 140
141 ÷ 168
169 ÷ 196
197 ÷ 224
225 ÷ 255
000 ÷ 040
041 ÷ 070
071 ÷ 100
101 ÷ 130
131 ÷ 160
161 ÷ 190
191 ÷ 220
221 ÷ 255
000 ÷ 060
061 ÷ 110
111 ÷ 160
161 ÷ 210
211 ÷ 255
000
9COLOR MACRO SPEED
Color macro speed slow to fast 000 ÷ 255 000
10
DIMMER FADE
Dimmer fade from fast to slow
Slow is the same of DIMMER3 (the slowest) 000 ÷ 255 000

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12 - ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION
FILTER FRAME (CODE STUDIOCOBTPG - OPTIONAL)
1
Mount the barn door holder using the four screws to the four holes on the front cover of the unit.
2
CA B
DETAIL
Push the pin (A) and open upward the gel frame lock (B). Insert the lter frame (C) from above into the
guides (DETAIL) of the previously mounted holder. Then close the gel frame lock.
NOTE: To remove the accessory, reverse the procedure.
Fig. 08

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BARN DOOR (CODE STUDIOCOBBD - OPTIONAL)
1
Mount the barn door holder using the four screws to the four holes on the front cover of the unit.
2
CA B
DETAIL
Push the pin (A) and open upward the frame lock gel (B). Insert the barn doors (C) into from above by
inserting the linking holders into the guides (DETAIL) of the previously mounted holder. Then close the
frame lock gel.
NOTE: To remove the accessory, reverse the procedure.
Fig. 09