Astera LED Technology FP User Manual

FP1

Titan Tube

User Manual

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User Manual for FP1 Titan Tube 2019-01-21

1 CONTENTS

2 Package Contents ............................................................................................................................................... 5

3 CE and FCC Conformity ..................................................................................................................................... 5

4 Safety and Handling ............................................................................................................................................ 6

4.1 Mounting Accessories ................................................................................................................................ 8

4.2 Battery ......................................................................................................................................................... 10

4.3 Battery Icon ................................................................................................................................................ 10

4.4 Charging ..................................................................................................................................................... 11

4.5 AC and DMX Wiring .................................................................................................................................. 12

4.6 PowerBox Button and Status LED ........................................................................................................... 13

5 Specification ....................................................................................................................................................... 15

6 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................. 16

7 Operation ............................................................................................................................................................ 17

7.1 Ship Mode .................................................................................................................................................. 17

7.2 AsteraRGB Color Space ........................................................................................................................... 17

7.3 Ways to Control ......................................................................................................................................... 18

7.4 Control By Infrared with ARC1 ................................................................................................................ 18

7.5 Control by the AsteraApp™ ................................................................................................................... 19

7.6 Control by Wireless DMX .......................................................................................................................... 19

7.7 Control by wired DMX .............................................................................................................................. 19

7.8 Control Panel ............................................................................................................................................. 20

7.9 Blue Mode .................................................................................................................................................. 20

7.10 Status Screen ............................................................................................................................................. 21

7.11 Main Menu Options .................................................................................................................................. 22

7.12 Input Select ................................................................................................................................................ 23

7.13 Select a Static Color ................................................................................................................................. 24

7.14 DMX Settings .............................................................................................................................................. 25

7.15 Dimmer Curve............................................................................................................................................ 25

7.16 Runtime ....................................................................................................................................................... 26

7.17 Unpair CRMX .............................................................................................................................................. 27

7.18 Standalone ................................................................................................................................................. 28

7.19 AC Failure(Emergency Light) .................................................................................................................. 30

7.20 DMX Failure ................................................................................................................................................ 30

7.21 Info ............................................................................................................................................................... 31

7.22 Reset Settings ............................................................................................................................................. 31

7.23 Adjust Color via the Color Palette Button ............................................................................................. 32

7.24 Adjust Brightness or Runtime via the Brightness Button ...................................................................... 33

8 Using the Light with the AsteraApp™ ............................................................................................................. 34

8.1 Pair your Light with the AsteraApp™ ..................................................................................................... 34

8.2 Powerful Light Control .............................................................................................................................. 35

8.3 Change the Color ..................................................................................................................................... 35

8.4 Create a Set ............................................................................................................................................... 36

8.5 Targeting Lights.......................................................................................................................................... 37

8.6 Changing The Effect................................................................................................................................. 38

8.7 List of Effects ............................................................................................................................................... 39

8.8 Chaser Effects in Depth ........................................................................................................................... 40

8.9 The Main Screen ........................................................................................................................................ 41

8.10 Brightness .................................................................................................................................................... 42

8.11 Runtime ....................................................................................................................................................... 43

8.12 Anti-Flicker .................................................................................................................................................. 43

8.13 Theft Alarm ................................................................................................................................................. 44

8.14 Enter and Leave Standby ........................................................................................................................ 45

8.15 DMX Settings .............................................................................................................................................. 46

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59: RGBWS RGBWS (PIXEL = 16; STROBE = MULTIPLE) ....................................................................................... 143

60: RGBAWS RGBAWS (PIXEL = 16; STROBE = MULTIPLE) ................................................................................. 147

61: DIM RGBS DIM RGBS (PIXEL = 16; STROBE = MULTIPLE) .............................................................................. 151

62: DIM RGBWS DIM RGBWS (PIXEL = 16; STROBE = MULTIPLE)....................................................................... 155

63: DIM RGBAWS DIM RGBAWS (PIXEL = 16; STROBE = MULTIPLE) ................................................................. 159

64: RGB CCT DIM IND S (PIXEL = 16; STROBE = MULTIPLE) ............................................................................... 164

LEE Color Gels ........................................................................................................................................................ 172

11 Version History ................................................................................................................................................... 176

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Contact Information

Astera LED Technology GmbH

Stahlgruberring 36
81829 Munich
Germany

[phone]

Technical support

Europe: [phone]

USA: [phone]

Asia: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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 Titan Tube
 Floorstand
 2x Metal holder
 2x Eye bolt
 Quick-start manual

User Manual for FP1 Titan Tube 2019-01-21

2 PACKAGE CONTENTS

3 CE AND FCC CONFORMITY

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

FCC statement

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device,pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver

is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

The distance between user and device should be no less than 20cm.

EU Declaration of Conformity

These products comply with the RED (Radio EquipmentDirective) of the European Union
(2014/53/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: ETSI EN 301 489-1
V1.8.1; ETSI EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1; ETSI EN 300 328 V1.81; EN 609 50.

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4 SAFETY AND HANDLING

Before you operate this unit read the manual carefully. Always make sure to include the
manual if you pass/rent/sell the unit to another user. Keep in mind that this manual cannot
address all possible dangers and environments. Please use your own caution when
operating. This product is for professional use only. It is not for household use.

 Do not operate the unit in areas of high temperature conditions or

under direct sunlight. It will cause abnormal function or damage the
product.

 Always use a suitable safety wire when mounting the light

overhead.

 Connect the safety wire only to the intended safety mount.
 Always follow local safety requirements.

 Only qualified personnel may repair this product.
 Do not open the product housing.
 Do not apply power if the light is damaged.
 Do not submerge the light into any liquid.
 Do not replace LED light source by yourself.
 Caution, risk of electrical shock

 Do not directly look into the light.
 It can cause harm to your eyes.
 Do not look at the LEDs with a magnifying glass or any other optical

instrument that may concentrate the light output.

 Use only Astera approved accessories to diffuse or modify the light

beam.

 The exterior surfaces of the light can become hot, up to 70°C

(158°F) during normal operation.

 Ensure that accidental physical contact with the device is

impossible.

 Install only in ventilated locations.
 Do not cover the light.
 Allow all lights to cool before touching.
 Keep 0.3m (12in) from objects to be illuminated.

LI-ION Battery: A rechargeable lithium ion battery is built into this unit.

 Only authorized personal may service the battery.
 Do not place in fire or heat.
 Do not use or charge the light if it is damaged.
 Avoid bumping or plunging, it may cause fire or explosion.
 Never store the battery when fully drained.
 Always recharge immediately when empty.
 Make sure to fully charge all units before storing them.
 Partially charged batteries will lose capacity.
 Fully recharge every 6 months if not used.
 The battery may only be replaced with an original spare part from

Astera.

 Follow applicable laws and regulations for transport, shipping, and

disposal of batteries. For details on recycling lithium, lithium­phosphate, and lithium-ion batteries, please contact a government
recycling agency or your waste-disposal service.

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 Always charge with the flight case open.
 It is recommended to charge at a temperature between 15°C and

35°C

 The light contains a lithium ion battery.
 Don't throw the unit into the garbage at the end of its lifetime.
 Make sure to dispose is according to your local ordinances and/or

regulations, to avoid polluting the environment!

 The packaging is recyclable and can be disposed.

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4.1 MOUNTING ACCESSORIES

The Titan Tube offers a variety of mounting options via customized accessories.

4.1.1 Floorstand

For a quick vertical setup, the floorstand can be
screwed onto the tube via one of its M5 threads.
The floorstand can be folded together for a
convenient transportation.

Please note: the M5 threads are not designed
for several tubes to be screwed together to form
one long tube element.

4.1.2 Holders

The silver Astera metal holders fit around the Titan Tube.
To prevent them from opening, they can be locked in
with metal pins.

The holders have a 1/4”-20 thread so that Astera’s
double-ended spigot (AX1-BLT) can attach the holder to
a Manfrotto Super Clamp. Also, holders can be fixed
with a screw to a wooden wall or board. Holders also
have 2 M5 threads for the eyebolts mentioned below

4.1.3 Wing Plate

The Wing Plate is designed to attach two holders
onto its surface. It can be mounted with just one
of Astera’s double-ended spigots.

The holders on the Wing Plate can be aligned in
parallel if one Wing Plate is used with one tube.
In addition, the holders on the Wing Plate can be
turned 45°or 90°. That way two tubes can be
connected together in different angles.

Wing Plates manufactured after March 2019
offer the possibility of 60°anles so that they

can be used to arrange tubes in triangles.
For this, the screws of the wing plate need to
be moved to the inner holes which are marked
with triangles. For hanging, Astera recommends
that customers buy standard eybolts with 1/4” thread.

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4.1.4 Eyebolts

Eyebolts can be screwed into the M5 threads of the
Titan Tube or the holders. The eye bolts can be used
with a safety wire when hanging a tube via holders
above people’s heads.

The eyebolts can also be used to suspend the tube
but in this case a secondary point must be attached
for safety (e.g. via a holder).

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4.2 BATTERY

While running on battery, the light adjusts its output to meet the required minimum runtime. It
can be set by the control panel (see chapter 7.16) or the AsteraApp™ between one and
twenty hours.

The battery is specified to last for 300 full discharge cycles. Its runtime will have decreased to
70% by then. To increase the battery life, it is recommended to recharge as early as possible
and not let the light run until the battery is fully discharged.

If operated below 20°C, the battery runtime may be slightly shorter than predicted. This is also
true if the lights are stored for a long time at cold temperature right before they are used.

The light is constantly monitoring the LED temperature and dims down the brightness if it
exceeds 65°C. That ensures a save and long-live operation but in a hot environment the
brightness might be slightly lower.

PLEASE NOTE: Always store the lights with full battery.
Depleted batteries must be recharged immediately, otherwise their performance will suffer.

ATTENTION: The battery may be only replaced with an original Astera replacement battery.

4.2.1 STANDBY

By using the AsteraApp™, the light can be set to a special standby mode.

In that mode, its output is switched off, the CRMX receiver is powered down and it enters a
state of low power consumption.

A full battery will supply the Titan Tube roughly 20 days in standby mode.

To leave the standby mode press ENTER key or select Leave Standby mode NOW in the
AsteraApp™.

4.3 BATTERY ICON

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The display at the backside of the Titan Tube contains a battery icon which indicates the
rough battery status. Next to it is a percentage that shows a more exact battery status.

While the light is connected to AC power, a power plug icon is shown next to the battery
icon. If the battery is fully charged the battery icon will be filled with color and the power plug
icon remains next to the battery icon.

The battery icon is shown in the top navigation and the Main Menu but not in the HIS and
brightness menus. If you do not see the battery icon, press the Menu button once to return to
the top navigation.

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4.3.1 HOT icon

During operation with high power in an hot environment the tube might overheat. If this is the
case the output will automatically be reduced until the tube has cooled down enough. A
reduced output is indicated in the display by this icon:

4.4 CHARGING

Charge the light immediately after use and do not store lights with empty battery.

Lights can be charged with individual charger (FP1-CHR) or with Astera’s PowerBox (FP1­PWB). If PowerBox and tubes are placed inside a charging case, make sure the case is open.
It is recommended to charge the lights at an ambient temperature between 0°C and 35°C. A
normal charge cycle will take three hours, but may take much longer if the light is hot.

The light is designed to be charged while powered off. If it is connected to AC and powered
on, it may charge at reduced current if enough power is available and the battery
temperature is below 45°C. If the battery temperature is above 45°C, charging stops
completely until the battery has cooled down enough. If the battery temperature cools
below 5°C charging also stops completely until the battery has warmed up enough.

The light has an automatic battery bypass switch, so it can safely be used wired for longer
periods, this will not cause wear to the battery.

Connecting a cable for charging:

Display messages during charging (only shown when light is powered off):

The battery is being charged.

The battery is fully charged. The LCD backlight will turn off.

The battery cannot be charged, it is too hot. The charger will
start once it has cooled down below 45°C.

The battery cannot be charged, it is too cold. The charger will
start once it has heated up to at least 5°C.

The battery cannot be charged, the error number should be
mentioned to the service.

Charging…
[===== ] 50%

Fully Charged
[===========]100%

TOO HOT: 60°C
[====== ] 50%

TOO COLD:-5°C
[====== ] 50%

ERROR:#5
[====== ] 50%

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4.5 AC AND DMX WIRING

AC power and DMX data can be connected to the Titan Tube via Astera’s PowerBox (FP1­PWB) and Astera’s power/data combination cable (FP1-PWB-CAB). That way, the tubes can
be wired for a longer show or permanent installation.

The PowerBox contains Neutrik True1 Powercon in and out sockets and 5-pin XLR in and out
sockets so that several PowerBoxes can be daisy chained. In addition, data can also be
applied to the PowerBox via its RJ45 Ethernet socket which accepts Art-Net DHCP, 2.X and

10.X as well as sACN. Its operation is explained in the next chapter.

The PowerBox has 10 DC sockets to wire 10 TitanTubes via power/data combination cables
(sold separately, item code: FP1‐PWB‐CAB‐5, -10. -15). 10 output means that a whole DMX

universe of tubes can be connected (10 tubes x 16 pixels x 3 channels).

Power Data

(Powercon True1) (5-pin XLR)

10 x Power/Data
combination cable

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4.6 POWERBOX BUTTON AND STATUS LED

The PowerBox contains Powercon True1 in and out sockets as well as XLR in and out sockets.
Also, there is an Ethernet socket which accepts Art-Net (DHCP, 2.X and 10.X) and sACN

4.6.1 Input

The inputs have the following priorities:

1. XLR

2. sACN

3. Art-Net

As long as XLR is received, sACN and Art-Net are deactivated.

While sACN or Art-Net are received, the DMX is also output on the XLR connector.

4.6.2 Status LED

The PowerBox has a status LED next to the Ethernet socket. If the LED is constantly on, this
indicates that no DMX data is being received. If the status LED blinks slowly, this indicates that
the PowerBox receives DMX.

The indicator LED can light up in different colors which indicate which data source is being
received:

Blue

Art-Net DHCP

Magenta

Art-Net 2.X address

Green

Art-Net 10.X address

Yellow

sACN

Cyan

XLR

4.6.3 Button

Next to the indicator LED is a button. A single press on the button cycles between the
different IP settings for Art-Net: DHCP, 2.x and 10.x.

4.6.4 Reset

The controller can be reset to restore the universe ID to 1 again.

Also, during each reset the controller tries to download a software update from the internet.
To be successful, it must be connected to a LAN with DHCP.

The reset is done like this:

Hold the button down -> LED blinks blue -> hold still -> stops blue blinking after 4 sec.

Then the LEDs turn red for a moment and return to Art-Net 2.x again if no update was found.

If an update was found, the LED flashes green/blue until the update has been installed.

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4.6.5 To update powerbox software:

1. Connect to a LAN which has an internet access. Be sure that the powerbox is in Art-

Net DHCP mode: blue LED is on.

2. Hold the button down -> LED blinks blue -> hold still -> stops blue blinking after 4 sec.

3. Then the LEDs turn red for a moment. If an update was found, the LED flashes

green/blue until it is done.

4.6.6 To change the universe id manually:

When the powerbox is in the normal mode a long press(4 seconds)* enters the universe
id setting mode. In this mode the blue LED blinks shows the universe id. For example; if the
universe id is 8, the blue LED blinks 8 times then it stops for 2 seconds, this sequence is looped.
A single short press increases the universe id. As the maximum id is 16 in this mode, a single
short press sets to 1 if the universe id is 16. During the universe id setting mode a long press(4
seconds) goes back to normal mode.

* be aware that 8 seconds long press enters the reset mode and restore the universe ID to 1

again.