Elation DLED Par Zoom Instruction Manual

Rev. 03/24/2010 – visage Version 1.2

DLED Par Zoom

Elation Professional™

6122 S. Eastern Ave.

Los Angeles, Ca 90040

www.elationlighting.com

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TABLE OF CONTENS

1. General Information……………………………………………………………………… 3

a. Introduction………………………………………………………………………. 3

b. Unpacking………………………………………………………..…………..… 3

c. Customer Support…………………………………………….………………… 3

d. Warranty Registration……………………………………………………..…… 3

2. Safety Instructions………………………………………………………........…………. 5

3. Features……………………………………………………………………………………7

4. General Guidelines………………………………………………………………………. 8

5. Fixture Overview…………………………………………………………………………. 9

6. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….……. 11

7. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………... 14

a. DMX Cables……..………………………………………………………………. 14

b. DMX Terminator…………………………………………………………………. 15

c. 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion………………………………………………………. 16

8. Display Indicators….……………………………………………………..……………… 18

9. Display Menu….……………………………………………………..…………………… 19

10. DMX Addressing…………………………………………………….…………………… 24

a. Remote DMX Addressing (RDMX)……………………………………………. 24

11. DMX Traits…………………………………………………………………………………26

12. Working with Built-In programs…………………………………………………………. 30

13. Barn Door / Gel Frame Installation……………………………………………….……. 33

14. Cleaning and Maintenance……………………………………………………………… 34

15. Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………... 35

16. Photometric Data………………………………………………………………………… 37

17. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 39

18. Circuit Schematic………...………………………………………………………………. 40

19. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 41

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION: Congratulations, you have just purchased one of the most innovative and

reliable LED fixtures on the market today! The DLED PAR ZOOM™ has been designed to

perform reliably for years when the guidelines in this booklet are followed. Please read and

understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting to

operate this unit. These instructions contain important information regarding safety during

use and maintenance.

UNPACKING: Thank you for purchasing the DLED PAR ZOOM™ by Elation Professional®.

Every DLED PAR ZOOM™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect

operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred

during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your fixture for

damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the fixture have arrived intact. In

the event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our customer support

team for further instructions. Inside the box you should find: the fixture, a Power Cable, a

DMX XLR cable, a safety cable, and this manual. Please do not return this unit to your

dealer without first contacting customer support at the number listed below.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Elation Professional® provides a customer support line, to provide

set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up

or initial operation. You may also visit us on the web at www.elationlighting.com for any

comments or suggestions. For service related issue please contact Elation Professional®.

Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Voice: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Forum: www.ElationLighting.com/forum

Warning! To prevent the risk of fire and reduce the risk electrical shock, do not attempt to

operate this fixture with the lens cover removed.

Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs

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yourself. Doing so will void your manufactures warranty.

Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please recycle whenever possible.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The DLED PAR ZOOM™ carries a two-year (730 days)

limited warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All

returned service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and

accompany a return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be clearly written

on the outside of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A.

number must also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping

container. If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase

invoice. Items returned without a R.A. number clearly marked on the outside of the package

will be refused and returned at customer’s expense. You may obtain a R.A. number by

contacting customer support at [phone].

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To guarantee proper and consistent operation, it is important to
follow the guidelines in this manual. Elation Professional will not
accept responsibility for damages resulting from the misuse of
this fixture due to the disregard of the information printed in this
manual.

1. Always be sure that the fan and the air inlets remain clean and are never

blocked. Allow about 6” (15cm) between this fixture and other devices or a wall

to allow for proper cooling. See page 12.

2. Never touch the fixture during normal operation.

3. Never look directly into the light source. You risk injury to your retina, which may

induce blindness.

4. For safe operation, follow the Installation guide described in chapter six of this

manual. Operating the DLED PAR ZOOM™ without suited safety aids such as

safety cables or clamps can increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.

5. Qualified and certified personnel should only perform installation.

6. When mounting this fixture, use only the original rigging points included with this

fixture. Any structural modification will void the original manufactures warranty

and may increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.

7. Do not attempt to operate this fixture if the power cord has become damaged or

frayed.

8. Never open this fixture while in use.

9. This device falls under protection-class I. Therefore it is essential that the device

be grounded properly.

10. Qualified personnel should perform all electrical connections.

11. Be sure the available voltage matches the voltage requirements of the unit. Be

sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged. If the power cord is damaged,

replace it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.

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12. Always disconnect from main power before performing any type of service or

any cleaning procedure.

13. Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the

wire portion of the cord.

14. This fixture is designed for use indoors only, use of this fixture outdoors will void

the manufactures warranty.

15. Please be aware that damages caused by modifications to the device are

not subject to warranty.

Important Notice: Damages resulting from the disregard of safety and general user

instructions found in this user manual are not subject to any warranty claims.

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3. FEATURES

• Low power consumption

• Minimal heat emission

• Maintenance free operation

• Equipped with 36 3-Watt (10 x red, 16 x green, 10 x blue)

• Silent Operation, convection cooled, no fans

• 100,000 hours rated LED life

• Linear RGB Color Mixing, infinite color possibilities

• Built-In Electronic Zoom (7˚ ~ 49˚)

• USITT DMX-512 Complaint

• Preprogrammed colored macros

• Strobe-effect with a maximum flash rate of 18fps

• DMX-controlled operation or stand-alone operation with Master/Slave-function

• 7 built-in programs can be called up via DMX-controller

~ 48 preprogrammed scenes per program

• Sound-controlled via built-in microphone

• 8 Channel DMX Control

• DMX-control via standard DMX-controller

• Upgradable firmware via Elation “E-Loader” Data Pack

• Electronic Switching Power Supply 100v~240v

• Flicker-free operation for television and film

• Durable Cast Aluminum Case Design

• 0%~100% Dimming (two dimming options; linear & standard)

• Optional Accessories:

- Barn Door Assembly

- Frost Filter

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4. GENERAL GUIDELINES

This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for use on stage, in nightclubs, in

theatres, and other types of architectural installations. Do not attempt operation or

installation without a proper knowledge on how to do so.

Consistent operational breaks will ensure that the fixture will function properly for many

years to come.

Do not shake the fixture around. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the fixture.

While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the fixture will not be exposed to

extreme heat, moisture, or dust. The minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat

surface should be at least 0.5 meter (about 1.5ft). See page 12.

Always install the fixture with an appropriately rated safety cable. When installing the fixture

in a suspended environment always be sure to use mounting hardware no less than M10 x

25 mm, also be sure the hardware is only inserted in the yoke’s mounting holes.

Do not attempt to operate this fixture until you have familiarized yourself with all of its

functions.

Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating this type of architectural

fixture. Most damages are the result of improper operation.

Please use the original packaging to transport the fixture in for service.

For your own safety, please read this user manual carefully before installing the device.

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5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW

1. Fixture Casing Assembly – Durable cast aluminum casing designed to take the

rigors of touring.

1) Fixture Casing

2) LED Assembly

3) Yoke Assembly

4) Menu Button

5) Up Button

6) Down Button

7) Enter Button

8) Power input

9) DMX Output Jack

10) DMX Input Jack

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2. LED Lens Assembly – The lens assembly may be user replaced in the event repair

is needed or a different beam angle is required.

3. Yoke Assembly – This yoke is designed to perform two functions; 1) When split it

can be used as a floor stand. 2) Used to secure a mounting clamp for truss mounting.

4. MENU Button – This button is used to access the fixtures menu functions.

5. Up Button – The up button is used to toggle forward through the menu functions and

settings.

6. Down Button – The down button is used to toggle backwards through the menu

functions and settings.

7. Enter Button – The enter button is used to enter in to a certain menu function or to

lock a menu setting in to memory.

8. Main Power Input– This power assembly provides main power to the unit and also

houses the intergraded safety fuse. Be sure to always use an approved power rated

IEC cable to feed power to the unit. In the event of fuse failure, always replace with

the exact same fuse unless otherwise instructed to do so by an authorized Elation

technician.

9. DMX Out Jack – 3-pin Male XLR connector. This lead is used to send an incoming

DMX signal to the next fixture in the DMX chain. Always use a proper DMX cable for

data transfer

10. DMX In Jack – 3-pin Female XLR connector. This lead is the main DMX input lead.

Always use a proper DMX cable for data transfer

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6. MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION

Cautions:

For added protection mount the fixtures in areas outside walking paths, seating areas, and

away from areas were unauthorized personnel might reach the fixture.

Before mounting the fixture to any surface, make sure that the installation area can hold a

minimum point load of 10 times the device’s weight.

Fixture installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment, such as an

appropriate safety cable.

To avoid injury, never stand directly below the device when mounting, removing, or servicing

the fixture.

Refer to regulations BGV C1 (formerly VBG 70) and DIN VDE0711-217

for proper installation in Europe To ensure proper installation, only

qualified staff should attempt installation.

Mounting points

Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating

working load limits, a fine knowledge of the installation material being used, and periodic

safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture. If you lack these qualifications, do

not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.

CAUTION!

Be sure a qualified electrician performs all electrical

connections.

Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before connecting the main

power cord to the appropriate wall outlet.

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Mounting

The DLED PAR ZOOM™ is fully operational in any mounting position, hanging upside-down,

side mounted, or set on a flat level surface, etc. Be sure this fixture is kept at least 0.5m (1.5

feet) away from any flammable materials (decoration etc.). When clamp mounting; always

use and install the supplied safety cable as an added safety measure to prevent accidental

damage in the event of a clamp failure. See the image below.

Clamp Mounting

The DLED PAR ZOOM™ provides a unique mounting bracket assembly that allows the unit

to stand on a flat surface or to be hung on truss via a clamp in any safe position (see the

illustration above). Regardless of the mounting option you choose please be sure to refer to

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the safety guidelines in this manual to avoid damage to the unit and/or personal injury.

When mounting this fixture to truss be sure to secure an appropriately rated clamp to the

hanging yoke using a M10 screw fitted through the center hole of the hanging yoke. As an

added safety measure be sure to attach at least one properly rated safety cable to the fixture.

See illustrations below.

Securing the DLED PAR ZOOM™

Always be sure to secure your fixture with a safety cable when

suspending the unit from truss or other means. The fixture

provides a built-in rigging point for a safety cable as illustrated

above. Be sure to only use the designated rigging point for the

safety cable and never secure a safety cable to the hanging

bracket.