Elation Power Spot 250 User Manual

User Manual

Software Version 1.60 Revised 10/2003

Power Spot 250™

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Table of Contents

Introduction........................................................................................................................... 5

Unpacking.................................................................................................................... 5

Customer Support......................................................................................................5

Discharge Lamp Precautions..................................................................................6

1 Fixture Layout....................................................................................................................... 7

1.1 Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................... 7

2 Preparation and Installation ............................................................................................. 9

2.1 Mounting.....................................................................................................................11

2.1.1 Clamps............................................................................................................1 1

2.1.2 Mounting Plate............................................................................................... 12

2.2 Rigging the Power Spot ™......................................................................................12

2.3 Connections ..............................................................................................................1 3

2.3.1 Power Supply................................................................................................. 13

2.3.2 DMX .................................................................................................................1 3

2.4 Fuse ............................................................................................................................13

3 Menu Field ...........................................................................................................................1 5

3.1 Setting the DMX - Address

3.2 Test Menu

3.3 Lamp On/Off

3.4 Reset

3.5 Running Time (lamp/unit)

3.6 Invert Pan Movement

3.7 Invert Tilt Movement

3.8 DMX Mode ..................................................................................................................2 0

3.9 Special Functions

(TEST) ....................................................................................................... 18

(LAMP) ................................................................................................. 19

(RESE)..............................................................................................................19

(RTLT).......................................................................................20

(SPEC)........................................................................................21

(D001)..........................................................................1 8

(TIME) ............................................................................19

(RPAN) .................................................................................. 20

3.9.1 Manual Drive

3.9.2 Lamp On (automatic)

3.9.3 Lamp Off (via DMX).......................................................................................2 2

3.9.4 DMX Input

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(MANU) .................................................................................... 21

(LAAU)...................................................................... 22

(DLOF)..........................................................................................2 2

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3.9.5 LED Display (DISP) ......................................................................................2 3

3.9.6 Fixture Temperature

3.9.7 Fan Control

3.9.8 Adjustments and Calibrations

3.9.9 Default Settings

3.9.10Feedback

3.9.11 Fault Corrections

3.10 Error and Information Messages...........................................................................26

4 DMX Channel Selection (DMX Protocol)........................................................................ 27

5 Lamp Change .....................................................................................................................33

5.1 Safety Regulations ...................................................................................................3 3

5.2 Realize the Lamp Change......................................................................................33

5.3 Lamp Adjustment .....................................................................................................3 4

6 Change a Gobo................................................................................................................... 37

6.1.1 Safety Regulations........................................................................................3 7

(FANS) ...................................................................................... 24

(FEED)...........................................................................................2 5

(TEMP).........................................................................23

(ADJU) .....................................................24

(DFSE) ................................................................................ 25

(EFLD) ............................................................................. 26

6.1.2 Realize the Gobo Change.......................................................................... 37

7 Maintenance and Cleaning the Power Spot 250™....................................................39

7.1 Safety Regulations ...................................................................................................3 9

7.2 Circumference and Interval.....................................................................................39

7.3 Cleaning the Optical System..................................................................................4 0

8 Technical Specification ................................................................................................... 32

9 Warranty..............................................................................................................................33

10 Index.....................................................................................................................................35

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

and reliable lighting fixtures on the market today! The Power Spot 250™, 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 Power Spot 250™ by Elation Professional®.

Every Power Spot 250™ 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.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT:

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/

Elation Professional® provides a customer support line, to

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, 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.

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

WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The Power Spot 250™ carries a two year (730 days) limited

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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 cutomers exspence. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting customer

support at [phone], extension 170.

DISCHARGE LAMP WARNING:

lamp, which is highly susceptible to damage if improperly handled.

Never touch the lamp with your bare hands, as the oil from your hands

will shorten lamp life. Also, never move the fixture until the lamps have

had ample time to cool. Remember, lamps are not covered under

warranty conditions.

This fixture emits intense UV radiation, which is harmful to the eyes and skin. The intense

luminance of the lamp can cause severe damage to the retina. Never operate this fixture

with the protective covers removed, thes e covers have been specially designed to shield

against UV radiation.

Epileptic Warning: Those suffering from epilepsy should avoid looking directly into the

lamp at all times.

Avoid switching the fixture on and off repeatedly in short intervals, as this will reduce lamp

life and intensity.

To achieve the intensity associated with discharge lamps, these lamps use a gas sealed

This fixture is fitted with a discharge

in a high-pressure environment to emit a brilliant output. Due to the high pressure involved

with the construction of the lamp, the lamp may explode during prolonged extensive use.

This risk is increased with age; added care is encouraged when dealing with older lamps.

Thus, lamp should always be replaced at the end of their recommended duty cycle.

Extreme caution should be used when operated this or any fixture fitted with a gas

discharge lamp.

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.

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Safety Instructions

The Power SPOT 250™ 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 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.

2. Never touch the fixture during normal operation. This can cause severe personal

injuries and/or damage to the fixture.

3. Be sure to unplug the POWER SPOT 250™ from the power outlet before

performing any service related issues.

4. Lamp Replacement; Allow at least 30 minutes after disconnecting main power

before you open the POWER SPOT 250™. To prevent personal injury, never touch

the lamp if you are not absolutely sure it has cooled.

5. Never look directly into the lamp beam. You risk injury to your retina, which may

induce blindness.

6. Be sure to track and record the lamp running time. The lamp should be changed

at the end of the specified lamp life, regardless of lamp output. You may also have

to change the lamp if it shows any deformations or damage. The same is with all

glass components, color filters, lenses and mirrors.

7. For safe operation, follow the Installation guide described in chapter two of this

manual. Operating the POWER SPOT 250™ without suited safety aids such a s

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

8. Installation should only be performed by qualified and certified personal.

9. When mounting this fixture, use only the original rigging parts included with this

fixture. Any structural modification will void the original manufactures warranty and

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

10. To reduce the risk of fire or shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.

11. Do not attempt to operate this fixture if the power cord is frayed or damaged.

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1. Fixture Layout

1

5. Up Button

2

1. Lens Assembly

2. Arm

3. Base

4. Carrying Handles

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12

13

14

6. Down Button

7. Enter Button

8. Mode Button

9. LED Display

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10

DMX IN DMX OUT

MaxMin

Mic Sensitive

Serial
num ber:

3

12

Software Update

PUSH

1. Groun d

2.Data-

3.Data+

FUSE:
T3.15A @250V

LAMP:
MSD 250W

POWER

Power input

10. Firmware Connection

11. Microphone Sensitivity

12. DMX Input Jack

13. DMX Output Jack

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MODE ENTER UP DOWN

MODEENTE RUP DOWN

14. Power On/Off Switch

15. Fuse Housing

87 65

16. Cooling Fan (air inlet)

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210V~

230V~

250V~

50Hz

60Hz

Fuse

FUSE

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16

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1. Lens Assembly - This high quality lens is a fully focusing. Focus the lens by
manually turning the lens in a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction until the
desired effect is achieved.

2. Retaining Arm – This Arm serves as a conduit for all electronic from the base to
the lens assembly.

3. Base – The fixture base holds all main electronic for the fixture and provides a
means to secure the fixture to wall or ceiling.

4. Carrying Handles - The includes built-in carrying handles. Be sure to always
handle the fixture by the built-in handles. Never lift or carrying the fixture by head or
yoke. Pulling on or transporting the fixture by moving head may severely damage
the fixture and will void the fixture warranty.

5. Up Button - This button is used to scroll forward when navigating through the
system menu.

6. Down Button - This button is used to scroll backwards when navigating through

the system menu.

7. Enter Button - This button is used to select and confirm a function when working in

the system menu.

8. Mode Button – This button is used to access the fixture’s main system menu and

programming functions.

9. LED Display – This display is detail the menu and operating functions.

10. Firmware Connection – This connection is designed to be used solely by a

qualified technician to upgrade and test the fixture.

11. Microphone - This microphone receives external low frequencies to trigger the

fixture in Sound-Active and Master/Slave mode.

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12. DMX Input Jack – This jack is used to receive an incoming DMX signal or

Master/Slave signal.

13. DMX Output Jack – This jack is used to transmit the incoming DMX signal to

another DMX fixture, or transmit a Master/Slave signal to the next Power Wash

250™ in the chain. For best results in DMX or Master/Slave mode terminate this

jack if it is the last fixture in the chain. See “Terminator” on page 14.

14. Power Switch – This switch is used to control main power to the fixture.

15. Fuse Holder – This housing stores a 6.3 amp (3.15 amp 220v) GMA protective

fuse. Never defeat the fuse, the fuse is designed to protect the electronics in the

event of sever power fluctuations. Always be sure to replace the fuse with an exact

match as to the one being replaced, unless otherwise told to do so by an

authorized Elation® service technician.

16. Cooling Fan - This fixture is equipped with a high velocity variable fan to aid in the

cooling process. This fan is designed to vary its’ velocity at different operating

temperatures, to provide better cooling when the fixture reached higher operating

temperatures associated with long usage. Be sure to never obstruct the cooling

fan during normal usage. Also, be sure to keep this vent clean at all times. A

blocked or malfunctioning cooling system may shorten lamp life and fixture

reliability.

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2. Preparation and Installation

2.1 Mounting

The POWER SPOT 250™ is fully operational in two different mounting positions,

hanging upside from a ceiling or set on a flat level surface. To avoid internal

damage to the unit, never mount the unit on its side as illustrated below. Be sure

this fixture is kept at least 0.5m away from any flammable materials (decoration

etc.). Install a safety cable that can hold at least 10 times the weight of the fixture.

Never use the carrying handles for secondary attachment.

Refer to regulations BGV C1 (formerly VBG 70) and DIN VDE

0711-217 for proper installation in Europe

To ensure proper installation, only qualified staff should attempt

installation.

2.1.1 Clamps

The POWER SPOT 250™ has been designed to hold multiple clamps to the

bottom of the unit in several different orientations. Always use an appropriately

rated clamp to mount this unit to truss. Refer to the printed instructions on the

bottom of the fixture for proper clamp installation.

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2.1.2 Mounting plate

For a permanent installation of the POWER SPOT 250™ in a non-truss

installation you may use the optional mounting plate (secured to the bottom of

the fixture) to secure the fixture to a ceiling. The plate accepts four M6x20

screws.

2.2 Secure the POWER SPOT 250™

Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your POWER SPOT 250™ 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 underside of the fixture, be sure to use this

point and never secure a safety cable to a carrying handle.

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2.3 Connections

2.3.1 Power supply

115v ~ 50/60Hz AC (America’s),

Connected load 500W <=> 4.4 A (blind current compensation)

or 230V ~ 50Hz AC (EU),

Connected load 500W <=> 2.2 A (blind current compensation)

Operating voltage is pre-selected at the factory and is not user selectable.

Because line voltage may vary from venue to venue, you should be sure your

fixture voltage matches that of the outlet. The voltage requirements for the

fixture are clearly printed on the side panel near the power cord.

2.3.2 DMX-512

3-Pin XLR Input/Output. [+] = Pin 3 / [-] = Pin 2 / [Ground] = Pin 1

2.4 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. A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions

from the controller to the fixture. DMX data is sent out 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” terminals). 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 fixtures 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. Therefore, the first

fixture controlled by the controller could be the last fixture in the chain. When a fixture

is assigned a DMX address of 1, the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned

to address 1 to that fixture, no matter where it is located in the DMX chain.

2.5 Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX and Master/Slave Operation):

The POWER SPOT 250™ can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The POWER

SPOT 250™ is a 15 channel DMX fixture. The DMX address is set electronically

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using the controls on the side panel of the fixture. Your fixture and your DMX

controller require a standard 3-pin XLR connector for data input and data output

(Figure Below). If you are making your own 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 male and female

XLR connector on either end of the cable. Also remember that DMX cable mus t be

daisy chained and can not be split.

2.6 Notice: 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’s outer casing. Grounding the shield could cause a short circuit and erratic

behavior.

2.7 Special Note: Line Termination. When longer runs of cable are used, you

may need to use a terminator on the last fixture to avoid erratic behavior. A terminator

is a 90-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor which 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 cable

terminator (ADJ part number Z-DMX/T) will decrease the possibilities of erratic

behavior.

1

3

2

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2.8 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.

2.9 Fuse Requirements

The POWER SPOT 250’s electronic system is protected by a 5x20 mm external fuse.

115V / T 6.3A (US model) or 230V / T 3.15A (EU model).

The fuse requirements are clearly printed on the side of the fixture.

WARNING:

• Always disconnect main power before changing the fuse!

• Always replace with the exact same type fuse unless otherwise specified by

an authorized Elation® service technician. Replacing with anything other than

the specified part can severely damage your fixture and will void your

manufactures warranty.

2.10 Transportation and Handling

The POWER SPOT 250™ comes with two carrying handles built into the base. Always

transport the fixture by these handles. Never lift or carry the POWER SPOT 250™ by

the yoke (head assembly) this can seriously damage the unit.

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