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User Instructions
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles CA. 90058
www.elationlighting.com
Elation Professional
R
24-004-2156-00
Rev1.1 Draftcopy
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Every Par Dim 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 controller
for any damage and be sure all equipment necessary to operate the unit has arrived
intact. In case damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact us or your
nearest dealer/distributor for further instructions.
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 Professional customer support.
Unpacking
Do not discard the packing carton in the trash. Please recycle when ever possible.
Safety Warnings
-The ground connection should be essential for this unit.
-Do not make any inflammable liquids, water or metal objects enter the unit.
-To prevent or reduce the risk of electric shock, DO NOT OPEN THE TOP COVER.
-This unit must be operated by adults, do not allow children to play with it.
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Always consult authorized personnel for any repairs and maintenance.
-
There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself.
-Should you experience any problem during use, please contact your local dealer
immediately.
-Do not discard the shipping cartoon in the trash. Please recycle when ever possible.
-
When unpacking, please check the unit is not damaged. Should something wrong
happen to this product, contact the local dealer immediately.
-All rights reserved. No part of the manual included with this product may be
reproduced, transmitted, transcribed or translated into any language in any form,
by any means, without authorized permission.
To optimize performance of this product, please read instructions in this manual and on
the case of this product carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic operations. Once
manual has been thoroughly read, we recommend you should file it for future reference.
Table of Contents
General Information
General Information..........................................................................1
Unpacking........................................................................................1
Safety Warnings..............................................................................1
Main Features.................................................................................. 2
Operation Guide.............................................................................. 5
DMX Address Setting(DMX control mode)..................................... 5
Stand Alone Mode................ .........................................5
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Troubleshooting..............................................................................6
Troubleshooting............................................................................. 6
Fuse Replacement.........................................................................6
Technical Specifications................................................................6
Power & DMX Setup..................................................................2 & 3
Mounting & Installation...................................................................4
Fuse Replacement...........................................................................4
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Every Par Dim 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 controller
for any damage and be sure all equipment necessary to operate the unit has arrived
intact. In case damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact us or your
nearest dealer/distributor for further instructions.
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 Professional customer support.
Unpacking
Do not discard the packing carton in the trash. Please recycle when ever possible.
Safety Warnings
-The ground connection should be essential for this unit.
-Do not make any inflammable liquids, water or metal objects enter the unit.
-To prevent or reduce the risk of electric shock, DO NOT OPEN THE TOP COVER.
-This unit must be operated by adults, do not allow children to play with it.
-
Always consult authorized personnel for any repairs and maintenance.
-
There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself.
-Should you experience any problem during use, please contact your local dealer
immediately.
-Do not discard the shipping cartoon in the trash. Please recycle when ever possible.
When unpacking, please check the unit is not damaged. Should something wrong
happen to this product, contact the local dealer immediately.
-All rights reserved. No part of the manual included with this product may be
reproduced, transmitted, transcribed or translated into any language in any form,
by any means, without authorized permission.
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To optimize performance of this product, please read instructions in this manual and on
the case of this product carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic operations. Once
manual has been thoroughly read, we recommend you should file it for future reference.
General Information
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Power Supply:
-One channel Dimmer Pack specially designed to control Par Can.
-USITT DMX512(1990) multiplexed digital control, via 3 pin XLR connector.
-With Terminal Strips on the top side for load.
-A maximum load of 1000W/230V are allowed on a single output.
-10 digit dipswitch for functional setup.
-3-pin XLR DMX IN/THRU.
-DMX Control Mode and Stand Alone Mode(Self-control) available .
-7 different Dim Moodes for user's selection, available in
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Before connecting your unit to the source voltage, be
sure the source voltage in your area matches the
required voltage for your Par Dim power supply. The
Par Dim is available in a 230v version. Due to
variations in line voltage from venue to venue, be sure
to correctly connect your power supply to a wall outlet
with matching power before attempting to
operate(See the right illustration).
*Note:
Figure 1
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements:
If you are constructing your own data cables, be sure to use
standard two conductor shielded cable (This cable may be
purchased at almost all professional sound and lighting stores).
Your cables should be made with a 3-pin male and female XLR
connector on either end of the cable. Also remember that DMX
lines must be daisy chained and can't be split.
Be sure to follow figures two and three 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's outer casing.
Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior.
The Par Dim can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol and your DMX controller requires
a standard 3-pin XLR connector for data input and data output(Figure1). Connect the
Par Dim and your fixtures together using standard 3 pin DMX cables. The Par Dim
uses DMX-512 protocol to operate your fixtures.
DIM 25% mode,
DIM 50% mode,
DIM 75% mode,
DIM 100% mode,
Speed fade fast(5S) mode,
Speed fade medium(1M) mode
and Speed fade slow(5M)mode.
*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 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 will decrease the
possibilities of erratic behavior.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR connectors for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin.
5-pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX line. When inserting
standard 5-pin XLR connectors 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.
Main Features
Power & DMX Setup
LOAD
Max.1000W/230V
230VAC
Live
Neutral
Earth
Earth
Neutral
Live
Terminal Strips
Power input Load
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Figure 2
DMX 512 OUT
3-PIN XLR
DMX 512 IN
3-PIN XLR
COMMON
DMX+
DMX-
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*Special Note:
Figure 3
XLR Male Socket XLR Female Socket
1 Ground
2 Cold
3 Hot
3 Hot
2 Cold
1 Ground
XLR Pin Configuration
Pin 1 = Ground
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
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.
Figure 4
1
2
3
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 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 will decrease the
possibilities of erratic behavior.
DMX Signal Cable. 120 ohm impedance DMX signal cable MUST be used for
signal connection.
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Conductor
Ground/Shield
Data Compliment(-signal)
Data True(+signal)
Not Used
Not Used
3-Pin XLR Female(Out)
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
5-pin XLR Male(In)
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 4 - Do Not Used
Pin 5 - Do Not Used
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR connectors for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin.
5-pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX line. When inserting
standard 5-pin XLR connectors 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.
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DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal binary language used as a form of
communication between intelligent fixtures. Each dip switch represents a binary value.
In this mode, the dip-switch 10 is flipped to the "OFF" position.
DMX Address Setting(DMX Control Mode)
When flipping Dip Switches 1~10 to the "OFF" position, the address is "512".
Flip Dip Switch 10 to the "ON" position to call up the Self-control Mode. In this mode,
there are 7 different dim modes for your selection, available in Dim 25%, Dim 50%,
Dim 75%, Dim 100%, Speed Fade FAST(5S), Speed Fade MEDIUM(1M) and Speed
Fade SLOW(5M) mode.
Stand Alone Mode(Self-control Mode)
Dim Mode Switch Settings:
The Par Dim may be temporarily mounted and rigged onto the hanging bracket of the
Par Can. It is important never to obstruct the vent pathway. After finding the desired
position and installation location, mount the unit by using the clamp, re-tighten the
spring screw. For the sake of the safe, it is always advisable that the safety cable
should be used to secure. Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to
rain, high humidity, extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation.
Mounted on the hanging bracket
Safety cable
(sold separately!)
Mounting & Installation
Physical Dimensions
Operation Guide
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DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal binary language used as a form of
communication between intelligent fixtures. Each dip switch represents a binary value.
In this mode, the dip-switch 10 is flipped to the "OFF" position.
Dip Switch 1 address equals 1
Dip Switch 2 address equals 2
Dip Switch 3 address equals 4
Dip Switch 4 address equals 8
Dip Switch 5 address equals 16
Dip Switch 6 address equals 32
Dip Switch 7 address equals 64
Dip Switch 8 address equals 128
Dip Switch 9 address equals 256
DMX Address Setting(DMX Control Mode)
1,2,4
3,4
1,3,4
2,3,4
1,2,3,4
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
1
2
1,2
3
1,3
2,3
1,2,3
4
1,4
2,4
DMX ADDRESS SETTING
SWITCHES ON SWITCHES ON
(Dip Switch 10 = OFF)
START
CH#
START
CH#
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
..
511
..
..
..
..
..
..
..
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ON
RS
ON
OFF
1 =
0=
When flipping Dip Switches 1~10 to the "OFF" position, the address is "512".
Flip Dip Switch 10 to the "ON" position to call up the Self-control Mode. In this mode,
there are 7 different dim modes for your selection, available in Dim 25%, Dim 50%,
Dim 75%, Dim 100%, Speed Fade FAST(5S), Speed Fade MEDIUM(1M) and Speed
Fade SLOW(5M) mode.
Stand Alone Mode(Self-control Mode)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ON
RS
ON
OFF
1 =
0=
Dim Mode Switch Settings:
Dim 50%
Dim 25%
Dim 75%
Dim 100%
Speed Fade SLOW
Speed Fade MEDIUM
Speed Fade FAST
Mode Selection
Dip Switch
Dip Switch 2 "On"
Dip Switch 1 "On"
Dip Switch 3 "On"
Dip Switch 4 "On"
Dip Switch 7 "On"
Dip Switch 6 "On"
Dip Switch 5 "On"
Operation Guide
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Power Input: AC230V, 50Hz
DMX In: 3-pin male XLR connector
DMX THRU: 3-pin female XLR connector
Fuse: F6.3A, 250V 5x20mm
Load: 1000W/230V
Dimension: 118 x 88 x 73(mm)
Weight: 1.2Kg
*Please Note:
Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to
change without any prior written notice.
Technical Specifications
Troubleshooting
No Power to the pack:
Disconnect the main power line cord. Reconnect the line cord to ensure proper connection.
If the problem still persists, check the building service panel and make sure the circuit
breakers are on.
No Channel output:
Disconnect the main power line cord. Check the corresponding channel fuse (see replacing
fuses section). Replace if blown. Reconnect line cord. If controlling via DMX, ensure that
you are receiving DMX signal at the pack. Indicator in the display should be flashing when
signal is present. If signal is not present, check the XLR connections from console or
previous fixture in line. If problem still persists, replace XLR cable between previous device
and pack and try again.
If you've tried the above and the unit continues to malfunction, please contact ELATION
customer service at (323) 582-3322, your unit will require service. Once you describe your
problem to the customer service representative, you will be issued a return authorization
number that must accompany the package when sent in. Please write this RA# on the
outside of the box with a black marker and also write it on any packing list that may be
included with the package.
Fuse Replacement
External Fuse Replacement: Disconnect the main power line cord.
Use a flat head screwdriver to remove the fuse holder cap. Pull out the old fuse and
replace it with a new one of the exact same type. Replace the fuse cap with the flat head
screw driver. Do not over tighten as this may result in a broken and unusable fuse holder.
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