Elation ELED QA Strip User Instructions

ELED QA Strip

ELED QA Strip Introduction

Unpacking: Thank you for purchasing the ELED QA Strip by Elation

Professional®. Every ELED QA Strip 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 ELED QA Strip is part of Elation Professionals®

continuing pursuit for creating high quality affordable intelligent fix­tures. The ELED QA Strip is a powerful DMX intelligent 4-in-1 RGBA
(Red, Green, Blue, & Amber) LED strip. This unit can has 4 operat­ing modes; Macro mode, Program mode, RGBA mode, and DMX con­trolled. This unit can be used as a single, stand alone unit or used in a
master-slave configuration.

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 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Pacic Standard Time.

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User Instructions

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.

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ELED QA Strip General Instructions

ELED QA Strip 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.

ELED QA Strip Features

• Multi-Colors

• Built in Microphone

• Four Operating Modes

• 68 Color Macros

• DMX-512 protocol

• 9 DMX Modes: 1 Channel Mode, 2 Channel Mode, 4 Channel

Mode, 5 Channel Mode, 7 Channel Mode, 8 Channel Mode, 36
Channel Mode, 54 Channel Mode, & 72 Channel Mode.

• Pixel Direction Control: The direction in which the pixels light up
can be reversed so that the pixels can light up at either end of the

bar. This feature is used with 36 DMX Channel mode, 54 DMX
Channel mode, and 72 DMX Channel mode. This feature is also
used with some built-in programs under Program Mode.

ELED QA Strip Warranty Registration

The ELED QA Strip 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.

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do not expose this unit

rain or moisture

• Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to 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 operate this unit when it’s cover is removed.

• 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.

• This unit is intended for indoor use only, use of this product out`

doors voids all warranties.

• 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 19 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 has been exposed to rain or water.
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a

marked change in performance.

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ELED QA Strip Set Up

POWER

SOUND

REMOTE

CONTROL

INPUT

POWER

INPUT OUTPUT

and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.

ELED QA Strip Set Up

Power Supply: The Elation ELED QA Strip contains an automatic

voltage switch, which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged
into the power source. With this switch there is no need to worry about
the correct power voltage, this unit can be plugged in anywhere.

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

tocol used by most lighting and controller manufactures 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 ELED QA Strip has 9 DMX Channel Modes. The DMX address is

set electronically using the controls on the rear panel of the unit. Your
unit and your DMX controller require a approved DMX-512 110 Ohm
Data cable for data input and data output. We recommend Accu-Cable
DMX cables. If you are making your own cables, be sure to use stan­dard 110-120 Ohm shielded cable (This cable may
be purchased at almost all professional sound and
lighting stores). Your cables should be made with
a male and female XLR connector on either end of
the cable. Also 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.

Termination reduces signal errors and

1

avoids signal transmission problems

3

and interference. It is always advisable

2

to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)

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

Figure 1

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ELED QA Strip Operating Instructions

ELED QA Strip Operating Instructions

LED Display Backlight On/Off:

To set the LED display to turn off after 10 seconds, press the MODE
button until “Disperm BackLight” is displayed. Either “On” or “Off” will

be displayed. Press the UP or DOWN button so that “Off” is displayed,

the display will now turn off after 10secs. Press any button for at least
5secs. to turn the display on again. Be advised though that the display
will turn off automatically after 10 seconds of inactivity. To make the

backlight display stay on at all times, press the UP of DOWN button so

that “On” is displayed.

Operating Modes:

You can use the ELED QA Strip in four ways:

• Macro Mode - There are 68 color macros to choose from.

• Program Mode - There are 15 built in programs and sound active

mode to choose from.

• RGBA mode - Control the intensity of all four colors adjusting the

intensity to your desire.

• DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each
individual fixtures traits with a standard DMX 512 controller such as

as the Elation® Show Designer™.

Macro Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “Color Macro” is

displayed.

2. There are 68 macros to choose from. Select your desired macro by

pressing the UP and DOWN buttons.

Fade Program: This mode is used in conjunction with the RGBA

mode.

1. To run a fade program first create your desired color in RGBA mode.
After you have created your color press the MODE button until
“Program Fade Speed” is displayed.

2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to make the adjustmetns. “Speed 0”

is the slowest speed, “Speed 15” the fastest speed.

Program Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until “Color Program”

is displayed.

2. There are 15 built-in programs to choose from or you can select
“sound active” to run the unit by sound. Select your desired program

by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons. You can set your program

speed by following the next set of instructions. The direction of cer-

tain programs can also be changed under Directions Set.

Direction Set: This feature is used in conjunction with 36 DMX

Channel mode, 54 DMX Channel mode and 72 DMX Channel mode. The

direction in which the pixels light up can be reversed so that the pixel line

up can start at either end of the bar. This feature is useful when the unit
is installed in a reversed orientation so the unit itself does not have to
be uninstalled and reversed. Example: When using 36 Channel mode,

Channel 1 LEDs 1 & 2 can start at either end of the bar depending
on the “Direction Set” set up.

1. To change the starting direction press the MODE button until
“Direction Set” is displayed.

2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select “Positive” in which the pix­ els light up from right to left, or “Negative” in which the pixels will

light up left to right.

Program Mode Speed Adjustment:

1. To adjust the speed of your program press the MODE button until
“Color Speed” is displayed.

2. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to make the adjustmetns. “Speed 1”

is the slowest speed, “Speed 16” the fastest speed.

RGBA Mode:

1. Plug the fixture in and press the MODE button until:

2. When “Single Color Red” is displayed you are in Red dimming mode.

Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.

3. When “Single Color Green” is displayed you are in Green dimming

mode. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.

4. When “Single Color Blue” is displayed you are in Blue dimming

mode. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.

5. When “Single Color Amber” is displayed you are in White dimming

mode. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust intensity.

6. You can use the color macro chart on page 14 to create one of the 68
macros.

DMX Mode:

Operating through a DMX controller gives the user the freedom to create
their own programs tailored to their own individual needs. The ELED QA
Strip has 9 DMX modes: 1 Channel mode, 2 Channel mode, 4 Channel
mode, 5 Channel mode, 7 Channel mode, 8 Channel mode, 36 Channel

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