Elation PowerWash 250 User Manual

User Manual

Software Version 1.19 Revised 10/2003

Power Wash 250™

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Power Wash 250™

Table of contents

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

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

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

Discharge Lamp Warning.........................................................................................................5

1 Description of Device..........................................................................................................8

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

2 Installation .......................................................................................................................... 1 1

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

2.1.1 Clamps ........................................................................................................... 11

2.1.2 Mounting plate............................................................................................... 1 1

2.2 Secure the POWER WASH 250™......................................................................... 12

2.3 Connections.............................................................................................................. 13

2.3.1 Power Supply................................................................................................. 1 3

2.3.2 DMX ................................................................................................................. 13

2.4 Fuse ............................................................................................................................ 15

3 The Menu Field................................................................................................................... 16

3.1 DMX- Addressing

3.2 Audio Mode

3.3 Test Mode

3.4 Lamp On/Off

3.5 Fixture Reset

3.6 Running Time - Lamp and Fixture

3.7 Continuous Color Wheel

3.8 Inverting Pan Movements

3.9 Inverting Tilt Movements

(AUDI)................................................................................................... 18

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

(D001)........................................................................................ 18

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

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

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

(FCOL) .......................................................................... 19

(RPAN)......................................................................... 19

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

3.10 Special Functions

3.10.1 Manual Drive

3.10.2 Automatic Lamp On

3.10.3 Lamp Off via DMX

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(SPEC) ...................................................................................... 20

(MANU) ................................................................................. 20

(LAAU)...................................................................... 2 1

(DLOF)........................................................................211

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3.10.4 DMX Input (DMXI).........................................................................................21

3.10.5 Display

3.10.6 Fixture Temperature

3.10.7 Fan Control

3.10.8 Adjustments and Calibrations

3.10.9 Default Settings

3.10.10 Feedback

3.10.11 Correction of faults

3.11 Error and Information Messages...........................................................................24

5 Operation .............................................................................................................................25

DMX Operation ....................................................................................................................25

Stand-Alone Operation ......................................................................................................25

Master/Slave Operation .....................................................................................................26

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

5 Lamp Replacement...........................................................................................................30

(DISP) ..............................................................................................2 2

(TEMP).......................................................................22

(FANS) .....................................................................................2 2

(ADJU) ....................................................2 3

(DFSE) ..............................................................................2 3

(FEED)....................................................................................24

(EFLD).....................................................................24

Safety Guidlines..................................................................................................................30

Removing & Replace the Lamp.......................................................................................30

Optimizing the Lamp..........................................................................................................31

6 Fuse Replacement.............................................................................................................32

7 Maintenance and Cleaning..............................................................................................32

Cleaning Frequency (rule-of-thumb)...............................................................................33

Cleaning the Optical System............................................................................................32

7 Color Wheel Oreintation...................................................................................................35

8 Technical Specification....................................................................................................36

9 Warranty............................................................................................................................. 37

10 Index .....................................................................................................................................39

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Power Wash 250™

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

innovative and reliable lighting fixtures on the market today! The Power Wash 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 fixture. These instructions contain

important information regarding safety during use and maintenance.

UNPACKING: Thank you for purchasing the Power Wash 250™ by Elation

Professional

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 fixture for damage and be sure all accessories

necessary to operate the fixture 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 fixture to your dealer without first contacting

customer support at the number listed below.

®. Every Power Wash 250™ has been thoroughly tested and has been

CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Elation Professional® provides a customer support line

to provide set up help and to answer any questions should you encounter problems

during your set up or initial operation. You may also visit our forum on the web at

www.elationlighting.com for any comments or suggestions. For service related issue

please contact Elation Professional

a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Voice: [phone]

®. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this

fixture to rain or moisture.

Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this fixture. 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 when ever

possible.

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WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The Power Wash 250™carries a two year (730

days) 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

and included in the shipping container. If the fixture is under warranty, you must

provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. You may obtain a R.A. number by

contacting customer support at [phone].

DISCHARGE LAMP WARNING: This fixture is fitted with a

discharge 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, these 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 gas

sealed 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. 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 Wash 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 WASH 250™ from the power outlet before
performing any service related issues.

4. Allow at least 30 minutes after disconnecting the AC before you open the
POWER WASH 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 WASH 250™ without suited safety aids

such as safety cables or clamps can increase the risk of damage and/or

personal injury.

8. Qualified personnel should only perform installation.

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. Description of Device

1

1. Lens Assembly

2

2. Arm

3. Base

4 . Carrying

handles

4

5. Up button

6. Down button

7. Enter button

8. Mode button

9. LED Display

10. Firmware

Connection

11. Microphone

Sensitivity

12. DMX Input Jack

13. DMX Output Jack

14. Power On/Off Switch

15. Fuse Holder

12

11

DMX IN DMX OUT

12

MaxMin

Mic

Seria
num ber:

10

9

MODE ENTER UPDOWN

MODEENTERUPDOWN

87 65

3

13

FUSE:
T3.15A

PUSH

3

1.Ground

2.Data-

3.Data+

Software

COLO

COLO

LAMP:
MSD 250W

Power

14

POWER

210V~
230V~

250V~

50Hz
60Hz

Fuse

FUS

15

16

16. Fan (air inlet)

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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 used only 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. DM X 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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Installation

2.1 Mounting

The POWER WASH 250™ is fully functional and operational, whether it hangs or

is standing on the floor. It can also be operated while standing on the floor. 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 (former 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

Secure two clamps to the bottom of the POWER WASH 250™ to mount

the fixture to truss. Refer to the printed instructions on the bottom of the

fixture for proper clamp installation.

2.1.2 Mounting plate

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

installation you can use the optional mounting plate (secured to the

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bottom of the fixture) to secure the fixture to a ceiling or a wall. The plate

uses four M6x20 screws.

1.2 Securing the POWER WASH 250™

Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your POWER WASH 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.

Safety Cable Rigging Point

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