Robe ColorMix Wash I50 User manual

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Table of contents
1. Safety instructions......................................................................................................... 3
2.Operating determinations .............................................................................................. 4
3.Description of the device ............................................................................................... 5
Installation.......................................................................................................................... 6
4.1Fitting/Exchanging the lamp....................................................................................... 6
4.2Lamp adjustment........................................................................................................ 6
4.3 Rigging...................................................................................................................... 7
4.4 DMX-512 connection, master/slave connection ...................................................... 10
5. DMX Protocol 16-bit..................................................................................................... 11
6. DMX Protocol 8-bit....................................................................................................... 12
7.Controller mode............................................................................................................ 13
7.1 DMX addressing ..................................................................................................... 13
7.2 Remotely controllable functions .............................................................................. 13
8. Stand - alone mode...................................................................................................... 14
9. Functions of the control panel.................................................................................... 15
9.1 Addressing .............................................................................................................. 15
9.2 Slave control ........................................................................................................... 16
9.3 Fixture informations................................................................................................. 16
9.4 Personality options.................................................................................................. 17
9.5 Switching On/Off the lamp....................................................................................... 21
9.6Test sequences........................................................................................................ 22
9.7 Stand-alone setting ................................................................................................. 22
9.8 Reset function ......................................................................................................... 24
9.9 Special functions..................................................................................................... 24
10. Error and information messages.............................................................................. 26
11.Technical specifications ............................................................................................ 26
12. Maintenance and cleaning ........................................................................................ 29
13.Apendix 1 - Menu map ............................................................................................... 30
14. Appendix 2 - Changing the power supply settings................................................. 32
14. Appendix 3 - Box versions and dimensions ........................................................... 33
RECESSED WASH 150

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CAUTION!
Keep this device away from rain and moisture!
Unplug mains lead before opening the housing!
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFOREYOU INITIAL START - UP!
1. Safety instructions
Caution ! Be careful with your operations.With a dangerous voltage you can suffer
a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires
Thisdevice has left ourpremisesinabsolutely perfect condition.Inorderto maintain this conditionandtoensure
asafe operation, it isabsolutelynecessaryfor the usertofollowthe safety instructions andwarningnoteswritten
in this manual.
Important:
Damages caused by the disregard of this user manual are not subject to warranty.The dealer will not accept
liability for any resulting defects or problems.
If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g.after transportation), do not switch it on
immediately.Thearising condensation water mightdamageyourdevice.Leavethe device switched offuntilit has
reachedroomtemperature.
This device falls under protection-class I.The power plug must only be plugged into a protection class I outlet.
Never let the power cord come into contact with other cables!
Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged by sharp edges.
Always disconnect from the mains, when the device is not in use or before cleaning it.
During the initial start-up some smoke or smell may arise.This is a normal process and does not necessarily
mean that the device is defective.
Caution: Duringthe operation, the housingbecomesveryhot.
Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals as this would reduce the lamp’s life.
HEALTH HAZARD!
Never look directly into the light source,as sensitive persons may suffer
an epileptic shock
( especially meant for epileptics) !
Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to warranty.
Keepaway childrenand amateurs !

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2.Operating determinations
This device is a moving head for creating decorative effects and was designed for indoor use only.
This device is suitable for ceiling mounting applications in in discotheques, theatres etc.
Lightingeffectsarenotdesignedforpermanentoperation.Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the device
will serve you for a long time without defects.
Never run the device without lamp!
Do not shake the device.Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
Never lift the fixture by holding it at the projector-head, as the mechanics may be damaged. Always hold the
fixture at the transport handles.
Whenchoosing the installation-spot,pleasemake sure that thedevice is not exposedtoextreme heat, moisture
or dust.There should not be any cables lying around.You endanger your own and the safety of others!
The minimum distance between light-output and the illuminated surface must be more than 0,8 meter.
Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when rigging, derigging or servicing the fixture.
Onlyoperate the fixture afterhavingcheckedthat the housingisfirmlyclosed and all screwsaretightlyfastened.
The lamp must never be ignited if the objective-lens or any housing-cover is open, as discharge lamps may
explose .
Themaximum ambient temperaturetamustneverbe exceeded.
CAUTION!
The lens has to be replaced when it is obviously damaged,
so that its function is impaired, e. g. due to cracks or deep scratches!
Operate the device only after having familiarized with its functions. Do not permit operation by persons not
qualifiedfor operating thedevice.Mostdamages are theresultof unprofessional operation!
CAUTION!
The lamp has to be replaced when it is damaged
or deformed due to the heat!
Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.
Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the device are forbidden due to safety reasons!
If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual, the product may suffer
damages and the guarantee becomes void. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like short-
circuit, burns, electric shock, lamp explosion, crash etc.
DANGERTO LIFE!
For protection from dangerous electric shock,the fixture must be
installed in ceiling box and covered with box covers before applying power!

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3.Description of the device
Moving head base
13 - Display
14-Mode-button
15-Enter-button
16-Up-button
17- Down-button
1 - Ceiling box 10 - Fuse holder
7 - Control panel 11 - Power terminals
8 - DMX output 12 - Moving head base
9 - DMX input
Control panel
1- Ceiling box 4- Bottom cover of the head
2 - Box covers 5 - PC lens
3 -Top cover of the head 6 - Arm

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Installation
4.1Fitting/Exchanging the lamp
DANGER !
Isolate the fixture from AC power before replacing the lamp.
To insert thelamp(CDM-SA/T150W/942):
1.Disconnect the fixture from power and allow it to cool.
2.Loosen the 4 screws „X,Y, Z,W” on the lamp socket assembly at the back of the head.
3.Gently pull the lamp socket assembly out of the head.Hold this assembly while replacing the lamp.
4.Holding the lamp by its ceramic base,carefully pull the lamp straight out of the lamp socket.
5.Holding the new lamp by its ceramics base,gently insert the lamp to the lamp socket.Make sure that the lamp
is installed tightly into the lamp socket.
Do not install a lamp with a higher wattage! A lamp like this generates temperatures the device is not designed
for.Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty. Please follow the lamp manufacturer‘s
notes!Do not touch the glass bulb bare hand during the installation!
6.Reinsert the lamp socket assembly and tighten the 4 screws again.
7.Align the new lamp (see instructions below)
8.Resetthe "LAti/rSEt" and "LASt/rSEt"counters inthe"InFO" menu on the controlpanel, by pressing the [ Up
]and [ Down ] buttons in one time and then confirming with the [ Enter ] button.
Do not operate this fixture with opened housing-cover!
4.2Lamp adjustment
The lamp holder is aligned at the factory. Due to differences
betweenlamps,fine adjustmentmayimprovelightperformance.
Strike the lamp, cancel all effects, open the shutter and set
the dimmer intensity to maximum and focus the light on a
flat surface (wall) or use function "LAAd" in the Special
functions .
Centerthe hot-spot(the brightestpartof the beam) using the3
adjustment screws „A,B,C”.Turn one screw at a time to drag
thehot-spot,diagonallyacrosstheprojectedimage.If youcannot
detect a hot -spot, adjust the lamp until the light is even.
Lampcover:
screws"A,B,C"
screws "X,Y,ZW"

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To reduce a hot-spot, pull the lamp in by turning all three screws „A, B,C” clockwise 1/4-turn at a time until the
light is evenly distributed.
If the light is brighter around the edge than it is in the center, or if light output is low, the lamp is too far back in the
reflector.„Push”the lampoutbyturning the screws„A,B,C”counterclockwise1/4-turn at atime thelightisbright
andevenly distributed.
4.3 Rigging
DANGERTO LIFE!
Please consider the respective national norms during the installation! The
installation must only be carried out by an authorized dealer!
The moving head is designed for ceiling mounting.
Theinstallation is of themovinghead has to bebuiltand constructed in awaythat it can hold10times the weight
for1 hour without anyharmingdeformation.
Whenrigging,deriggingorservicingthefixturestayingintheareabelowtheinstallationplace, underhighworking
placesandotherendangered areas is forbidden.
Theoperatorhas to makesurethatsafety-relatingand machine-technical installationsare approved byanexpert
before taking into operation for the first time and after changes before taking into operation another time.
Theoperatorhas to makesurethatsafety-relatingand machine-technical installationsare approved byanexpert
after every four year in the course of an acceptance test.
Theoperator has tomakesure that safetyrelating and machine-technicalinstallationsare approved byaskilled
persononce a year.
The moving head should be installed outside areas where persons may walk by or be seated.
IMPORTANT! OVERHEAD RIGGING REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE, including (but not limited to)
calculating working load limits, installation material being used, and periodic safety inspection of all installation
material and the projector. If you lack these qualifications, do not attempt the installation yourself.Improper
installation can result in bodily injury and (or) damage to property.
The moving head has to be installed out of the reach of people.
Caution:Movingheadsmaycausesevereinjurieswhencrashingdown!Ifyouhavedoubtsconcerningthesafety
of a possible installation, do NOT install the moving head!
Before rigging make sure that the installation structure can hold a minimum point load of 10 times the moving
head’s weight.
Danger of fire !
When installing the device, make sure there is no highly inflammable
material (decoration articles, etc.) in between a distance of min. 0,5 m.
CAUTION!
Make sure that the device is fixed properly! Ensure that
the structure (truss) to which you are attaching the fixtures is secure.
The moving head do not have a power switch.
The AC mains supply must be fitted with a circuit breaker to isolate
the fixture from the mains during service ,lamp replacement or when not in use.

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The RECESSED WASH 150 includes a moving head and a ceiling box for mounting to the lower ceiling.
Installation:
1.Fix the recessed ceiling box (8) to the lower ceiling. Be careful the mounting grid can hold the moving head
installation!
The ceiling box must be fixed properly ,otherwise the vibration of the mounting structure can occur during the
operationofthe movinghead.Pullthepowercableand data cablesthroughtheapertures(1) on thebottomof the
box.
2.Put the moving head base (4) on the 4 fixative pins (6) in the bottom of the ceiling box (8) and turn the base
gently to the right. Insert and tighten clockwise the 2 quick-lock fasteners (7) to secure the moving head in the
ceiling box.
3.Use the 3-wired power cable (the wires with cross-sectional area of 1.5mm2 ) to connect the power.
Verifythatthe voltageand frequency settingsmatchthe local AC supply.Thesettingsare printed on thelabel on
the bottom of the moving head base.If you wish to change the power supply settings,see the chapter Appendix.
Pull the power cable through a cable holder (3) and connect it into the connection terminals (2) as follows:
Possible pin identification schemes:
Cable (EU) Cable (US) Pin International
Brown Black Live L
Lightblue White Neutral N
Yellow/Green Green Earth

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Connectthe earth-wire(10) with theearth-terminal (9) ontheceilingbox(8).
If you have any doubts about proper installation,consult a qualified electrician!
Make sure the wires are securely connected.Tighten the 2 screws in the cable holder to secure the power cable
in it.
For protection from electric shock,the fixture must be grounded!
Verify the power supply settings before applaying power!
4.Connect the data cables to the fixture data input/output.
5.Fasten the 2 covers on the ceiling box by 14 screws.
DANGERTO LIFE!
For protection from dangerous electric shock,the fixture must be
installed in ceiling box and covered with box covers before applying power!
Before taking into operation for the first time,the installation has to be
approved by an expert!
When installing fixtures side-by-side,
avoid illuminating one fixture with another!

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4.4 DMX-512 connection, master/slave connection
Use shielded,twisted-paircabledesignedforRS-485applicationswithlowcapacitanceandcharacteristicimpedance
of 120 Ohm.
Occupation of the XLR-connection:
DMX - output DMX-input
XLR mounting-socket: XLR mounting-plug:
Building a serial DMX-chain:
Ifyouare using the standardcontrollers,youcan connect the DMX-outputofthecontroller directly with theDMX-
input of the first fixture in the DMX-chain. If you wish to connect DMX-controllers with other XLR-outputs, you
needtouse adapter-cables.
Connect the DMX-output of the first fixture in the DMX-chain with the DMX-input of the next fixture. Always
connect output with the input of the next fixture until all fixtures are connected.
Caution: At the last fixture, the DMX-cable has to be terminated with a terminator. Solder a 120 Ohm resistor
between Signal (–) and Signal (+) into a 3-pin XLR-plug and plug it in the DMX-output of the last fixture.
Building a master/slave-chain:
Connect the DMX-output of the master fixture in the data-chain with the DMX-input of the first slave. Always
connect output with the input of the next slave until all slaves are connected (up to 9 fixtures).
Caution:It’s necessary toinsert the XLRterminationplug (with 120Ohm)into the input ofthemaster fixture and
into the output of the last slave fixture in the link in order to ensure proper transmission on the data link.
1-Ground
2 - Signal (-)
3 - Signal (+)
1-Ground
2 - Signal (-)
3 - Signal (+)