Elation ELAR EX TRIBAR User Instructions

ELAR EX TRIBAR

ELAR EX TRIBAR Introduction

Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the ELAR EX TRIBAR by Ela-

tion Architectural®. Every ELAR EX TRIBAR 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 x­ture for any damage and be sure all accessories necessary to operate
the unit has arrived intact. In the case damage has been found or parts
are missing, please contact our customer support number for further
instructions. Do not return this unit to your dealer without rst contact­ing customer support.

Introduction: The ELAR EX TRIBAR is part of Elation Architectural®

continuing pursuit for creating high quality affordable intelligent fix­tures. The ELAR EX TRIBAR is a powerful DMX intelligent RGB LED
wash. This wash is light weight and compact which makes it a great
piece for mobile DJ’s and clubs. This unit can be used as a stand alone,
or a sound-active mode. The unit can also be controlled via DMX con­troller.

Customer Support: ©Elation® 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. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Pacic Standard Time.
Voice: [phone]
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User Instructions

©Elation Architectural®

Los Angeles CA. 90040

www.elationlighting.com

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do

not expose this unit to rain or moisture.

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

attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will void your manufactures war­ranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact

©Elation customer support.

PLEASE recycle the shipping carton when ever possible.

6122 S. Eastern Ave.

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ELAR EX TRIBAR General Instructions

ELAR EX TRIBAR Safety Precautions

To optimize the performance of this product, please read these
operating instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic
operations of this unit. These instructions contain important safety
information regarding the use and maintenance of this unit. Please
keep this manual with the unit, for future reference.

ELAR EX TRIBAR Features

• Multi-Colors

• 3 LEDs Per Lens

• Built in Microphone

• Five Operating Modes

• DMX-512 protocol

• 7 DMX Modes: 2 Channel Mode, 3 Channel Mode, 4 Channel
Mode, 6 Channel Mode, 7 Channel Mode, 9 Channel Mode & 11
Channel Mode

• Dimming 0-100% in 4 Channel Mode, 7 Channel Mode, &
11 Channel Mode.

• Daisy Chain Units Together in DMX Mode

ELAR EX TRIBAR Warranty Registration

The ELAR EX TRIBAR carries a two year 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 included in the shipping carton. If
the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of
purchase invoice. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting our
customer support team on our customer support number. All pack­ages returned to the service department not displaying a R.A. number
on the outside of the package will be returned to the shipper.

• Be sure that the local power outlet match that of the required volt­ age for your unit.

• Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been
frayed or broken. Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground
prong from the electrical cord. This prong is used to reduce the risk
of electrical shock and re in case of an internal short.

• Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection.

• Do not remove the cover under any conditions. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.

• Never open this unit, it is factory sealed for a reason.

• Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack

• Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow proper
ventilation. Allow about 6” (15cm) between this device and a wall.

• Do not attempt to operate this unit, if it becomes damaged.

• During long periods of non-use, disconnect the unit’s main power.

• Always mount this unit in safe and stable matter.

• Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to the point they exit from the unit.

• Cleaning -The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by
t he manufacturer. See page 15 for cleaning details.

• Heat -The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (inclu­ d ing amplifiers) that produce heat.

• The fixture should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
C. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance.

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ELAR EX TRIBAR Set Up

POWER

SOUND

REMOTE

CONTROL

INPUT

POWER

INPUT OUTPUT

1

2

3

Termination reduces signal errors and
avoids signal transmission problems
and interference. It is always advisable
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.

ELAR EX TRIBAR Set Up

Power Supply: The Elation ELAR EX TRIBAR contains an electronic
ballast, which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged into the
power source. With the electronic power supply unit you do not need
to worry about wall voltage, this unit can be plugged in anywhere.

DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal pro-

tocol used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures
and controllers. A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions from
the controller to the fixture. DMX data is sent as serial data that trav­els from fixture to fixture via the DATA “IN” and DATA “OUT” XLR ter­minals located on all DMX fixtures (most controllers only have a DATA
“OUT” terminal).

DMX Linking: DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of
different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single
controller, as long as all xtures and the controller are DMX compli­ant. To ensure proper DMX data transmission, when using several
DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path possible. The order
in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the
DMX addressing. For example; a fixture assigned a DMX address of 1
may be placed anywhere in a DMX line, at the beginning, at the end,
or anywhere in the middle. When a fixture is assigned a DMX address
of 1, the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1
to that unit, no matter where it is located in the DMX chain.

Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX Operation):

The ELAR EX TRIBAR can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The
ELAR EX TRIBAR has 7 DMX Modes. The DMX address is set using
the ELAR WR controller. Your unit and your DMX controller require a
approved DMX-512 110 Ohm Data cable for data input and data output.
We highly recommend the ELAR 3C-1M or ELAR 3C-5M DMX Cables.
These cables can be used in dry, damp, or wet areas in indoor or out­door enviroments. The rubber neoprene outer jacket is weather and
ozone resistant making the cables suitable for outdoor use. This cable
may be purchased at almost all professional sound and lighting stores.
Remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split.

Special Note: Line Termination.

When longer runs of cable are

used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic
behavior. A terminator is a 110-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor which is con­nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and
DATA -). This unit is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last
unit in your daisy chain to terminate the line. Using a cable terminator
(ADJ part number Z-DMX/T) will decrease the possibilities of erratic
behavior.

5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.

Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-

512 data cables for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin DMX
xtures may be implemented in a 3-pin DMX line. When inserting
standard 5-pin data cables in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be
used, these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores. The
chart below details a proper cable conversion.

3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion

Conductor 5-Pin XLR Male (In)3-Pin XLR Female (Out)

Ground/Shield

Data Compliment (- signal)

Data True (+ signal)

Not Used

Not Used

Pin 1

Pin 2

Pin 3

Pin 1

Pin 2

Pin 3

Do Not Use

Do Not Use

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ELAR EX TRIBAR Operating Instructions

ELAR EX TRIBAR Operating Instructions

The ELAR WR IR translater has many differnet functions and gives
you complete control of your Elation® Architectural fixtures. Please
see the next pages for Elation® Architectural xtures.

To control the your desired fixture you must aim the controller at the
front of the fixture and be no more the 30 feet away.

BLACKOUT - Pressing this button will blackout the fixture.

AUTO RUN - This button will run an automatic program. You can

control the speed of the Auto Run by pressing the SPEED button first
and then pressing the “+” and “-” buttons.

PROGRAM SELECTION - This button will let you access the units
built-in programs. Pressing this button and then press the “+” or “-”
to navigate through the built-in programs.

FLASH - This button will activate the strobe effect. You can control
the flash rate by pressing the “+” and “-” buttons. Press this button
again to exit strobe mode.

SPEED - Press this button and use the “+” & “-” buttons to adjust the
speed of the Auto run.

DMX MODE - This button will let you select which DMX mode you
want to use. Some fixtures will come with different DMX channel
modes. This button will switch between the different modes. Please
see pages 9-12 for DMX modes, values, and traits.

SOUND ACTIVE - The ELAR EX TRIBAR does not have sound active
mode.

SLAVE - This designates the fixture as a slave fixture in a master/
slave configuration.

SET ADDRESS - Press this button to set the DMX address. Press
this button first, then press the numbers to set the address.

Example: DMX Address 1 Press “S001”
DMX Address 245 Press “S245”

R G B - Press either one of these buttons and the press the “+” or “-”
to adjust the brightness.

Auto Run, and program selection.

DMX Control:

Operating through an Elation® DMX controller gives the user the
freedom to create their own programs tailored to their own individual
needs. Note: Your fixture may have different DMX modes, please see
the page corresponding to your fixture, to understand and set the
DMX Mode. To set your DMX Mode please see below.

1. Before connecting to an Elation® DMX controller, your fixture has
different DMX channel modes, please select your desired mode by
using the DMX Mode button. Set the mode before you address the
fixture. After you have selected your mode, set the DMX address for
the fixture by pressing the “S” button and then use the number but­tons to press in your desired address. See “SET ADDRESS” for ex­amples.

2. Now you may connect the fixture via the XLR connections to any
standard Elation® DMX controller. Please see pages 9-14 to for a de-

tailed descriptions of the DMX modes, values, and traits.

Note: Do not connect to DMX unless you use the defaut
start address of 1.

• If one section of Red LED’s glow you are in DMX Mode 1: 3 DMX
Channels

• If two section’s of Red LED’s glow you are in DMX Mode 2: 4
DMX Channels

• If all of the Red LED’s glow you are in DMX Mode 3: 9 DMX
Channels

• If one section of Green LED’s glow you are in DMX Mode 4: 11
DMX Channels

• If two section’s of Green LED’s glow you are in DMX Mode 5: 2
DMX Channels

• If all of the Green LED’s glow you are in DMX Mode 6: 6 DMX
Channels

• If one section of Blue LED’s glow you are in DMX Mode 7: 7
DMX Channels

“+” and “-” - Use these buttons to adjust the flash rate, speed of the

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ELAR EX TRIBAR 3 Channel - DMX Values & Functions

ELAR EX TRIBAR 9 Channel - DMX Values & Functions

Channel Value Function

1 RED

1 - 255 0% - 100%

2 GREEN
1 - 255 0% - 100%

3 BLUE
1 - 255 0% - 100%

ELAR EX TRIBAR 4 Channel - DMX Values & Functions

Channel Value Function

1 RED

1 - 255 0% - 100%

2 GREEN
1 - 255 0% - 100%

3 BLUE
1 - 255 0% - 100%

4 MASTER DIMMER
1 - 255 0% - 100%

Channel Value Function

1 RED 1

1 - 255 0% - 100%

2 GREEN 1
1 - 255 0% - 100%

3 BLUE 1
1 - 255 0% - 100%

4 RED 2
1 - 255 0% - 100%

5 GREEN 2
1 - 255 0% - 100%

6 BLUE 2
1 - 255 0% - 100%

7 RED 3
1 - 255 0% - 100%

8 GREEN 3
1 - 255 0% - 100%

9 BLUE 3
1 - 255 0% - 100%

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ELAR EX TRIBAR 11 Channel - DMX Values & Functions

ELAR EX TRIBAR 2 Channel - DMX Values & Functions

Channel Value Function

1 RED 1

1 - 255 0% - 100%

2 GREEN 1
1 - 255 0% - 100%

3 BLUE 1
1 - 255 0% - 100%

4 RED 2
1 - 255 0% - 100%

5 GREEN 2
1 - 255 0% - 100%

6 BLUE 2
1 - 255 0% - 100%

7 RED 3
1 - 255 0% - 100%

8 GREEN 3
1 - 255 0% - 100%

9 BLUE 3
1 - 255 0% - 100%

Channel Value Function

1 MACROS/PROGRAMS

0 - 15 OFF
16 - 30 RED
31 - 45 YELLOW
46 - 60 GREEN
61 - 75 CYAN
76 - 90 BLUE
91 - 105 PURPLE
106 - 120 WHITE
121 - 135 COLOR CHANGE
136 - 150 COLOR FLOW
151 - 165 COLOR DREAM
166 - 180 MULTI COLOR
181 - 195 DREAM FLOW
196 - 210 2 COLOR FLOW
211 - 225 COLOR CHANGE FADE
226 - 240 COLOR FLOW FADE
241 - 255 2 COLOR FLOW FADE

2 PROGRAM SPEED
1 - 255 SLOW - FAST

10 STROBING
0 - 15 OFF
16 - 255 SLOW - FAST

11 MASTER DIMMER
1 - 255 0% - 100%

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ELAR EX TRIBAR 6 Channel - DMX Values & Functions

ELAR EX TRIBAR 7 Channel - DMX Values & Functions

Channel Value Function

1 RED

1 - 255 0% - 100%

2 GREEN
1 - 255 0% - 100%

3 BLUE
1 - 255 0% - 100%

4 1 - 255 MACROS/PROGRAMS
PLEASE SEE CHANNEL 1 IN
2 CHANNEL MODE

5 STROBING
0 - 15 OFF
16 - 255 SLOW - FAST

6 DIMMING
0 - 36 DIMMING
37 - 72 DIM - BRIGHT
73 - 108 BRIGHT - DIM
109 - 144 DIM - BRIGHT - DIM
145 - 180 COLOR MIXING
181 - 216 3 COLOR CHANGE
217 - 255 7 COLOR CHANGE

Channel Value Function

1 RED

1 - 255 0% - 100%

2 GREEN
1 - 255 0% - 100%

3 BLUE
1 - 255 0% - 100%

4 1 - 255 MACROS/PROGRAMS
PLEASE SEE CHANNEL 1 IN
2 CHANNEL MODE

5 PROGRAM SPEED
0 - 255 SLOW - FAST

6 STROBING
0 - 15 OFF
16 - 255 SLOW - FAST

7 MASTER DIMMER
1 - 255 0% - 100%

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ELAR EX TRIBAR Cleaning

Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust cleaning the external optical
lenses must be carried out periodically to optimize light output.
Never open the unit. This unit is sealed at the factory and designed to
withstand outside elements.

1. Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the
outside casing.

2. Clean the external optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth
every 20 days.

3. Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging
the unit back in.
Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture
operates (i.e. smoke, fog residue, dust, dew).

ELAR EX TRIBAR Trouble Shooting

Listed below are a few common problems the user may encounter,
with solutions.

Unit not responding to DMX:

1. Check that the DMX cables are connected properly and are
wired correctly (pin 3 is “hot”; on some other DMX devices
pin 2 may be ‘hot’). Also, check that all cables are connected
to the right connectors; it does matter which way the inputs
and outputs are connected.

Unit does not respond to sound:

1. Quiet or high pitched sounds will not activate the unit.

ELAR EX TRIBAR Warranty

2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

A. Elation® Architectural hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, Elation®
Professionals® products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two years (730 days) from the date of purchase. This
warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the United States
of America, including possessions and territories. It is the owner’s responsibility
to establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable evidence, at the time
service is sought.

B. For warranty service, send the product only to the Elation® Professionals®
factory. All shipping charges must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service
(including parts replacement) are within the terms of this warranty, Elation® Pro­fessionals® will pay return shipping charges only to a designated point within the
United States. If the entire instrument is sent, it must be shipped in its original
package. No accessories should be shipped with the product. If any accesso­ries are shipped with the product, Elation® Professionals® shall have no liability
whatsoever for loss of or damage to any such accessories, nor for the safe return
thereof.

C. This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the

product is modied in any manner which Elation® Professionals® concludes,

after inspection, affects the reliability of the product; if the product has been
repaired or serviced by anyone other than the Elation® Professionals® factory
unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by Elation® Profes­sionals®; if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth
in the instruction manual.

D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include mainte­nance, cleaning or periodic check-up. During the period specied above, Ela­tion® Professionals® will replace defective parts at its expense, and will absorb
all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects in material
or workmanship. The sole responsibility of Elation® Professionals® under this
warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof,
including parts, at the sole discretion of Elation® Professionals®. All products
covered by this warranty were manufactured after January 1, 1990, and bear iden­tifying marks to that effect.

E. Elation® Professionals® reserves the right to make changes in design and/or
improvements upon its products without any obligation to include these changes
in any products theretofore manufactured.

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F. No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect
to any accessory supplied with products described above. Except to the extent
prohibited by applicable law, all implied warranties made by Elation® Profession­als® in connection with this product, including warranties of merchantability or
tness, are limited in duration to the warranty period set forth above. And no war­ranties, whether expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability or

tness, shall apply to this product after said period has expired. The consumer’s

and or Dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly
provided above; and under no circumstances shall Elation® Professionals® be
liable for any loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or
inability to use, this product.

G. This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to Elation® Profession­als® Products and supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of
warranty terms and conditions heretofore published.

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ELAR EX TRIBAR NotesELAR EX TRIBAR Notes

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ELAR EX TRIBAR Specifications

Model:

SPECIFICATIONS:

Working Position: Any safe working position
Voltage: 90V ~ 250V/60~50Hz
LED’s: 18 x 3 Watt LED’s
Power Consumption: 80W
IP Rating: 65
Beam Angle: 40 Degrees
Weight: 11.2lbs./ 5.1Kgs.
Dimensions: 39.3” (L) x 3” (W) x 2.9” (H)
Colors: RGB Color Mixing
DMX Channels: 7 DMX Modes: 2 Channel Mode,
3 Channel Mode, 4 Channel Mode,
6 Channel Mode, 7 Channel Mode,
9 Channel Mode, & 11 Channel
Mode
Warranty: 2 Year (730 days)

ELAR EX TRIBAR

Auto Sensing Voltage: This xture contains a electronic bal-

last, which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged into the
power source.

Please Note: Specications and improvements in the design of
this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior
written notice.

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