ELATION PROFESSIONAL and all affiliated companies hereby disclaim any and all
liabilities for property, equipment, building, and electrical damages, injuries to any
persons, and direct or indirect economic loss associated with the use or reliance of
any information contained within this document, and/or as a result of the improper,
unsafe, insufficient and negligent assembly, installation, rigging, and operation of
this product.
Please check www.elationlighting.com for the latest revision/update of this manual.
Date
4/2015 1
Document
Version
Software
Version
≥1.0
DMX
Channel Modes
4/8 Updated manual format.
Notes
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CONTENTS
General Information
4
Warranty
6
Safety Instructions
7
General Guidelines
8
Fixture Overview
9
Fixture Installation
10
Understanding DMX
12
Fixture Menu
16
DMX Channel Functions And Values
19
Cleaning and Maintenance
20
Technical Specifications
21
Optional Accessories
23
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GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations, you have just purchased one of the most innovative and
reliable lighting fixtures on the market today! The OPTI TRI WHITE II™ 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 OPTI TRI WHITE II™ by Elation Professional®. Every
OPTI TRI WHITE II™ 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 unit for damage and be sure all accessories necessary to
operate the unit have arrived intact. In the event damage has been found or
parts are missing, please contact our customer support team for further
instructions. Please do not return this unit to your dealer without first contacting
customer support at the number listed below. Please do not discard the shipping
carton in the trash. Please recycle whenever possible.
BOX CONTENTS
(1) Gel Frame
(1) powerCON Cable
Manual & Warranty Card
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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®.
ELATION SERVICE USA - Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm PST
Voice: 323-582-3322 Fax: 323-832-9142
E-mail: support@elationlighting.com
ELATION SERVICE EUROPE - Monday - Friday 08:30 to 17:00 CET
Voice: +31 45 546 85 30 Fax: +31 45 546 85 96
E-mail: support@elationlighting.eu
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
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 323-582-3322.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any
repairs yourself; doing so will void your manufactures warranty. Damages
resulting from modifications to this fixture and/or the disregard of safety and
general user instructions found in this user manual void the manufactures
warranty and are not subject to any warranty claims and/or repairs.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
A. Elation Professional® hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, Elation Professional® products to
be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years (730 days),
and Elation Professional® product rechargeable batteries to be free of manufacturing defects in
material and workmanship for a period of six months (180 days), from the original date of purchase.
This warranty excludes discharge lamps and all product accessories. 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 Professional® 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 Professional® will pay return shipping charges only to a designated
point within the United States. If any product is sent, it must be shipped in its original package and
packaging material. No accessories should be shipped with the product. If any accessories are
shipped with the product, Elation Professional® shall have no liability what so ever for loss and/or or
damage to any such accessories, nor for the safe return thereof.
C. This warranty is void if the product serial number and/or labels are altered or removed; if the
product is modified in any manner which Elation Professional® concludes, after inspection, affects
the reliability of the product; if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the
Elation Professional® factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by Elation
Professional®; if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the product
instructions, guidelines and/or user manual.
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include any maintenance, cleaning or
periodic check-up. During the periods as specified above, Elation Professional® 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 Professional® under
this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at
the sole discretion of Elation Professional®. All products covered by this warranty were manufactured
after January 1, 1990, and bare identifying marks to that effect.
E. Elation Professional® reserves the right to make changes in design and/or performance
improvements upon its products without any obligation to include these changes in any products
theretofore manufactured.
F. No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory
supplied with the products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all
implied warranties made by Elation Professional® in connection with this product, including
warranties of merchantability or fitness, are limited in duration to the warranty periods set forth above.
And no warranties, whether expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness,
shall apply to this product after said periods have 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 Professional® be liable for any loss and/or damage, direct and/or
consequential, arising out of the use of, and/or the inability to use, this product.
G. This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to Elation Professional® products and
supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore published.
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is an extremely sophisticated piece of electronic
equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is important to follow the
guidelines in this manual. The manufacturer of this device will not accept
. It’s essential this device be
perform all electrical
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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responsibility for damages resulting from the misuse of this fixture due to the
disregard of the information printed in this manual.
This device falls under PROTECTION CLASS 1
grounded properly. Only qualified personnel should
connections.
KEEP THIS FIXTURE AWAY FROM RAIN AND MOISTURE!
UNPLUG POWER BEFORE SERVICING FIXTURE
NEVER TOUCH FIXTURE DURING OPERATION AS IT MAY BE HOT
NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LIGHT SOURCE
SENSITIVE PERSONS MAY SUFFER AN EPILETIC SHOCK
For proper operation, follow the Installation guidelines described in this manual. Only qualified
and certified personnel should perform installation of this fixture and only the original rigging parts
(brackets) included with this fixture should be used for installation. Any modifications will void the
original manufactures warranty and increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
Never look directly into the light source of this fixture to prevent risk of injury to your retina, which
may induce blindness. Those suffering from EPILEPSY should avoid looking directly into the light
source of this unit at all times.
Always disconnect from main power source before performing any type of service and/or
cleaning procedure. Only handle the power cord by the plug end, never pull out the plug by
tugging the wire portion of the cord.
Do not operate this fixture if the power cord has become frayed, crimped and/or damaged. If
the power cord is damaged, replace it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.
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GENERAL GUIDELINES
NEVER OPEN THIS FIXTURE WHILE IN USE!
During the initial operation of this fixture, a light smoke or smell may emit from the
interior of the fixture. This is a normal process and is caused by excess paint in the
interior of the casing burning off from the heat associated with the lamp and will
decrease gradually over time.
This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for INDOOR / DRY LOCATIONS
ONLY on stage, in nightclubs, theatres, etc.
Please make sure there are NO FLAMMABLE MATERIALS close to the fixture while
operating, to prevent any fire hazard.
Minimum distance of inflammable materials from the surface 1.6 feet (0.5m).
DO NOT attempt installation and/or operation without knowledge how to do so.
DO NOT allow operation by persons who are not qualified to operate this type of
fixture. Most damages are the result of operations by nonprofessionals.
Consistent operational breaks may ensure the fixture will function properly for
many years to come.
DO NOT shake fixture, avoid brute force when installing and/or operating fixture.
Always install the fixture with an appropriate safety cable. When installing the
fixture in a suspended environment, always use mounting hardware that is no less
than M10 x 25 mm, also be sure the hardware is insert in the pre-arranged screw
holes in the bracket of the fixture.
Use the original packaging and materials to transport the fixture in for service.
DO NOT TOUCH the housing bare-hand during its operation. Turn OFF the power
and allow approximately 15 minutes for the fixture to cool down before replacing
or serving.
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FIXTURE OVERVIEW
1 3 4 2 5 7 8 9 10
11
12
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1. FUSE
2. 3pin DMX OUT
3. powerCON OUT
4. powerCON IN
5. 3pin DMX IN
6. Safety Cable Attachment Point
7. 5pin DMX IN
8. DOWN Button
9. UP Button
10. MODE Button
11. LCD Menu Display
12. 5pin DMX OUT
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ft (1.5m) away from any
A qualified electrician should be used for all
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FIXTURE INSTALLATION
FLAMMABLE MATERIAL WARNING
Keep fixture at least 5.0
flammable materials, decorations, pyrotechnics, etc.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
electrical connections and/or installations.
CAUTIONS
For added protection, mount the fixture in areas outside walking paths, seating
areas, or in areas were unauthorized personnel might reach the fixture.
Max ambient operating temperature for this fixture is 113°F.(45°C)
Do not use the fixture under or above this temperature.
Before mounting the fixture to any surface, make sure the installation area can
hold a minimum point load of 10 times the weight of the fixture.
Fixture installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment,
such as an appropriate safety cable.
Never stand directly below the device when mounting, removing or servicing.
POWER LINKING
Max number of units that can be power linked is 5 units @110V and 10 units @230V.
CLAMP MOUNTING
The OPTI TRI WHITE II™ provides a unique integrated Dual Yoke / Floor Stand. When
mounting this fixture to truss be sure to secure an appropriately rated clamp using
an M10 screw fitted through the center hole of the Dual Yoke / Floor Stand.
SECURING
Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your OPTI TRI WHITE II™ always be
sure to secure your fixture with a safety cable. The fixture provides a built-in rigging
point for a safety cable on the hanging bracket as illustrated on the previous page.
Be sure to only use the designated rigging point for the safety cable.
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MOUNTING POINTS
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others
calculating working load limits, installation material being used, and periodic
safety inspection of all installation material and the device. If you lack these
qualifications, do not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can
result in bodily injury.
Fixture is fully operational in the specific mounting positions as illustrated below.
SAFETY CABLE
Always use a Safety Cable whenever installing this fixture in a suspended
environment to ensure the fixture will not drop if the clamp fails.
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UNDERSTANDING DMX
DMX-512
DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol used by most lighting and
controller manufactures as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures
and controllers. DMX allows all makes and models of different manufactures to be
linked together and operate from a single controller. This is possible as long as all the
fixtures and the controller are DMX compliant. A DMX controller sends the DMX data
instructions to the fixture allowing the user to control the different aspects of an
intelligent light. DMX data is sent out as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture
via data “IN” and data “OUT” XLR terminals located on the fixtures (most controllers
will only have output jacks).
DMX LINKING
To ensure proper DMX data transmission, always use proper DMX cables and a
terminator. When using several DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path
possible. Never split a DMX line with a “Y” style connector. The order in which the
fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the DMX addressing. For
example; a fixture assigned a starting DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere in
the DMX chain, at the beginning, at the end, or anywhere in the middle. The DMX
controller knows to send data assigned to address 1 to that fixture no matter where
it is located in the DMX chain. The OPTI TRI WHITE II™ can be controlled via DMX-512
protocol and the DMX address is set via the control menu.
DATA CABLE (DMX Cable) REQUIREMENTS (For DMX and Master/Slave Operation)
Your fixture and your DMX controller require a standard 3pin or 5pin XLR connector
for data input and data output (see figure below). If you are making your own
cables, be sure to use two conductor, shielded digital DMX cable rated at 120 ohms;
this cable is designed for DMX transmission and may be purchased from your Elation
dealer or at most professional lighting retailers. Your cables should be made with a
male and female XLR connector on either end of the cable. Also, remember that a
DMX line must be daisy chained and cannot be split, unless using an approved DMX
splitter such as Elation’sOpto Branch 4™, Opto Branch 8™, or DMX-Branch/4™.
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DMX
CONTROLLER
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Be sure to follow the above figure when making your own cables. Do
not use the ground lug on the XLR connector. Do not connect the
cable’s shield conductor to the ground lug or allow the shield
conductor to come in contact with the XLR outer casing. Grounding
the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior.
DMX-512 CONTROLLER CONNECTION
Connect the provided XLR cable to the female XLR output of your controller and the
other side to the male XLR input of the OPTI TRI WHITE II™ The diagram below
illustrates a typical DMX-512 connection when the fixture is in the 8 Channel Mode.
You can chain multiple panels together through serial linking. The cable that should
be used is two conductor, shielded DMX cable with XLR input and output
connectors. Always be sure daisy chain your in and out data connections, never
split or “Y” your DMX connections unless you are using an approved DMX splitter
such as Elation’s Opto Branch 4™, Opto Branch 8™, or DMX-Branch/4™.
Address 1 Address 9 Address 17
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DMX-512 CONNECTION WITH DMX TERMINATOR
A DMX terminator should be used in all DMX lines especially in longer runs. The use of
a terminator may avoid erratic behavior in your DMX line. A terminator is a 120 ohm
1/4 watt resistor that is connected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector
(DATA + and DATA -). This fixture is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last
fixture in your daisy chain to terminate the line. Using a line terminator will decrease
the possibilities of erratic behavior
.
5pin XLR DMX CONNECTORS
Some manufactures use 5pin XLR connectors for DATA transmission in place of 3pin.
5pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3pin XLR DMX line. When inserting
standard 5pin XLR connectors in to a 3pin line a cable adaptor must be used, these
adaptors are readily available at most electric stores. The following chart details a
proper cable conversion.
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DMX ADDRESSING
All fixtures should be given a DMX starting address when using a DMX controller, so
the correct fixture responds to the correct control signal. This digital starting address
is the channel number from which the fixture starts to “listen” to the digital control
information sent out from the DMX controller. The allocation of this starting DMX
address is achieved by setting the correct DMX address on the digital display
located on the back of the fixture.
You can set the same starting address for all fixtures or a group of fixtures, or set
different address for each individual fixture. Be advised that setting all fixtures to the
same DMX address will subsequently control all fixtures in the same fashion, in other
words, changing the settings of one channel will affect all the fixtures simultaneously.
If you set each fixture to a different DMX address, each unit will start to “listen” to the
channel number you have set, based on the quantity of control channels (DMX
channels) of each fixture. That means changing the settings of one channel will only
affect the selected fixture.
In the case of the OPTI TRI WHITE II™, when in the 8 Channel Mode you should set
the starting DMX address of the first unit to 1, the second unit to 9 (1 + 8), the third
unit to 17 (9 + 8), and so on.
Note: During start-up the OPTI TRI WHITE II™ will automatically detect whether a DMX
data signal is being received or not. If the fixture is not receiving a DMX signal and
the fixture is connected to a DMX controller, please check the following:
- The 3pin or 5pin XLR input plug (cable with DMX signal from controller) is not
connected or is not inserted completely into the DMX input jack of the fixture.
- The DMX controller is switched off or defective.
- The DMX cable or connector is defective.
- A DMX terminator has been inserted into the last fixture in your DMX chain.
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FIXTURE MENU
ON-BOARD SYSTEM MENU
The OPTI TRI WHITE II™ comes with an easy to navigate system menu. The next
sections will cover how to access each menu function.
LCD CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY
The (3) button control panel (see image below) located on back of the fixture
allows you to access the main menu and make all necessary adjustments to the
OPTI TRI WHITE II™.
During normal operation, pressing the MODE button will navigate through the
different function menus. Once you reach a desired menu, the variable field can be
adjusted within the selected menu by using the UP or DOWN buttons, until the
desired value is displayed. For example, the RampMode menu variable field can be
set to 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4. Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select the desired value and
confirm your selection by pressing the MODE button. Exit at any time without making
any adjustments by pressing the MODE button.
INFORMATION DISPLAYED DURING INITIAL POWER ON
When the fixture is initially powered ON, the display shows the following information:
Fixture Software Version (greater than or equal to)
Specifications are subject to change without any prior written notice.
VALUE FUNCTION
4 CH 8 CH
1 1
2 2
3 3
COOL WHITE*
*COOL WHITE Control Disabled when fixture is in 8 CH Mode
and CH 4 Color Macros are being used.
WARM WHITE*
*WARM WHITE Control Disabled when fixture is in 8 CH Mode
and CH 4 Color Macros are being used.
AMBER*
*AMBER Control Disabled when fixture is in 8 CH Mode
and CH 4 Color Macros are being used.
4
5
6
0-18 OFF
19-37 7500K
38-56
57-75
76-94
95-113
114-132
133-151
152-170
171-189
190-208
209-227
228-246
247-255
0-255 *SPEED Control SLOW to FAST
0-128
160-191
COLOR TEMPERATURE MACROS
STROBE / SPEED*
*SPEED Control ONLY available when fixture is in 8 CH Mode
and CH 6 DMX Value is (129-255)
STROBE / FADE MODES
NO Function
STROBE
COLOR FADE
Random STROBE
7
4 8
0-255 Intensity 0 to 100%
0-19 STANDARD
20-39 STAGE
40-59 TV
60-79 ARCHITECTURAL
80-99 THEATRE
100-255 Default to Unit Setting
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C LEANING AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
Disconnect power before cleaning or maintenance.
CLEANING
Frequent cleaning is recommended to insure proper function, optimized light output,
and an extended life. The frequency of cleaning depends on the environment in
which the fixture operates: damp, smoky or particularly dirty environments can
cause greater accumulation of dirt on the fixture’s optics.
Clean the external lens surface at least every 20 days with a soft cloth to avoid
dirt/debris accumulation. Never use alcohol, solvents, or ammonia based
cleaners.
MAINTENANCE
Regular inspections are recommended to insure proper function and extended life.
There are no user serviceable parts inside this fixture, please refer all other service
issues to an authorized Elation service technician. Should you need any spare parts,
please order genuine parts from your local Elation dealer.
Please refer to the following points during routine inspections:
A detailed electric check by an approved electrical engineer every 3 months, to
make sure the circuit contacts are in good condition and prevent overheating.
Be sure all screws and fasteners are securely tightened at all times. Lose screws
may fall out during normal operation resulting in damage or injury.
Check for any deformations on the housing, color lenses, rigging hardware and
rigging points (ceiling, suspension, trussing). Deformations in the housing could
allow for dust to enter into the fixture. Damaged rigging points or unsecured
rigging could cause the fixture to fall and seriously injure a person(s).
Inspect all moving parts and make sure there are no signs of wear and
rotate/move without imbalances.
Electric power supply cables must not show any damage, material fatigue or
sediments. Never remove the ground prong from the power cable.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
HIgh Output Tri-White LED Par
Cool White, Warm White, and Amber
20° Standard Beam Lens
(5) Variable Dimming Curve Modes
Dual Yoke / Floor Stand
Multiple Unit Power Linking
Rugged Die-Cast Aluminum Exterior
Flicker Free Operation for TV and FILM
SOURCE
(18) 5W 4-in-1 Multi-Chip Variable White LEDs
100,000 Hour Average LED Life
EFFECTS
Electronic Strobe
Variable Color Temperature Macros
Electronic Dimming: 0% - 100%
(5) Variable Dimming Curve Modes
CONTROL / CONNECTIONS
(2) DMX Channel Modes (4 / 8)
(3) Button Control Panel
LCD Menu Display
3pin/5pin DMX In/Out
powerCON In/Out