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Waterfall 250™ Unpacking
Every Waterfall 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 xture for any damage and be
sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit have arrived intact.
In the case damage has been found or parts are missing, please do not
return the unit to your dealer. Contact our customer support number
rst, for further instructions.
Waterfall 250™ Introduction
Introduction: Thank you for purchasing the ©Elation® Waterfall 250™.
To optimize the performance of this product, please read these operating instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the basic operations of this unit. The Waterfall 250™ is an effect that simulates moving
water and re. The Waterfall 250™ was created to meet the demands
of theatrical groups and for individuals that desire an incredible effect
without strong flashing lights or fog.
Customer Support: ©Elation® provides a customer support line, to
provide 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 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Pacic Standard Time.
Tel: (323) 582-3322
Fax: (323) 582-3108
E-mail: support@elationlighting.com
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User Instructions
©Elation Professional®
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles Ca. 90058
www.elationlighting.com
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 Professional®.
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Waterfall 250™ General Instructions Waterfall 250™ Discharge Lamp Warning
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.
Waterfall 250™ Product Registration
The Waterfall 250™ 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 toll free 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.
Waterfall 250™ Features
• Micro-Stepping Motors for Smooth Rotation of Textured Glass
• DMX-512 Protocol Compatible (Uses three DMX Channels)
• Master/Slave Operation
• Six Colors Plus White
• Internal Microphone
• ZB-MSD250/2 250w/2000 Hrs./6800°K
• 2 Year Warranty
This fixture is fitted with a discharge lamp which
are highly susceptible to damage if improperly
handled. Never touch the lamps with your bare
fingers 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 unit 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 unit without it’s covers, 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 switch the xture 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. The length of lamp life at the most is 2000 Hrs. Extreme caution should be used when operated this or any xture tted with a gas
discharge lamp. Never open this unit while in use.
PLEASE READ THE PROPER LAMP REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
LOCATED ON PAGE 12.
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Waterfall 250™ Safety Precautions
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do not expose this unit
to rain or moisture
• Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit.
• Be sure that the local power outlet match that of the required volt age for 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 the event 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 a 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 cords at plugs, convenience recep tacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
• Cleaning -The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by
the manufacturer. See page 13 for cleaning details.
• Heat -The unit should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(including 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.
Waterfall 250™ Set Up
Power Supply: Before plugging your unit in, be sure the source
voltage in your area matches the required voltage of your ©Elation®
Waterfall 250.™ The Waterfall 250™ is only available in a 120v version.
Because line voltage may vary from venue to venue, you should be
sure your unit voltage matches the wall outlet voltage before attempting to operate you xture.
DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal proto-
col used 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 and Master/Slave
Operation): The Waterfall 250™ can be controlled via DMX-512 proto-
col. The Waterfall 250™ is a three channel DMX unit. The DMX address
is set on the front panel of the Waterfall 250.™ Your unit and your DMX
controller require a standard 3-pin XLR connector for data input and
data output (Figure 1). 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 must be daisy
chained and can not be split or “Y’ed.”
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Figure 1
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Waterfall 250™ Set Up
DMX512 IN
3-PIN XLR
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
DMX512
DMX+,DMX-,COMMON
1
2
3
Terminatio n redu ces si gnal e rrors and
avo ids signa l transm ission proble m
s
and in terference. I t is alwa ys advisable
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
1
2
3
1
2
3
DMX +
DMX -
COMMON
DMX512 OUT
3-PIN XLR
POWER
SOUND
REMOTE
CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
INPUT OUTPUT
1
2
3
Terminatio n red uces signal errors and
avo ids sign al trans missi on probl ems
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 +) o f the last fixture.
Waterfall 250™ Operation
Notice: Be sure to follow gures 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.
Special Note: Line Termination.
you should use a terminator pin on the last unit 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 pin 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.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
connectors for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR xtures
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 professional sound and
lighting stores. The chart below details a proper cable conversion.
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XLR Male Socket
1 Ground
XLR Female Socket
2 Cold
3 Hot
2 Cold
Figure 3
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
Figure 2
XLR Pin Conguration
1 Ground
3 Hot
Pin 1 = Ground
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
When longer cable runs are used,
Figure 4
Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 4 - Do Not Use
Pin 5 - Do Not Use
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Stand Alone:
This function is used when using only one unit or running more
than one unit as individual fixtures. See page 10 for detailed info of
dipswitch traits.
A. Set dipswitch 10 to the “On” position.
B. Plug the unit in, the unit will react to sound via an internal
microphone.
C. Use the audio sensitivity knob on the rear of the unit to make the
unit more or less sensitive to sound. Turning the knob in a clock wise direction will make the unit more sensitive to sound.
Master / Slave Operation:
This function will allow you to link up to 4 units together. In this mode,
the units will react to sound via the master units’ internal microphone.
The units will run to the built in programs of the unit functioning as
the master.
A. Use XLR cables to daisy chain the fixtures together. Remembering
the female XLR is the output, and the male XLR is the input.
B. Be sure to follow the dipswitch chart on page 9.
C. For longer cable runs, we suggest a terminator at the last fixture in
the cable run (see terminator on page 7).
Universal DMX Control:
This function allows you to use a universal DMX controller such as
the LSC® Show Designer 2.™ The use of a DMX controller will allow
you to customize the operation of the fixture allowing you to have
independent control of the color wheel and the ability to black out the
lamp. This will allow you to create your own programs or use your fixtures as textured color changers.
A. The Waterfall 250™ is a three channel DMX fixture.
B. When using a DMX controller and setting up for DMX operation
follow the standard DMX Binary Code for a three (3) channel unit.
Channel 1 is color, channel 2 is glass wheel 1, and channel 3 is
glass wheel 2.
C. For help running in DMX mode consult the manual that came
with your DMX controller.
D. For longer cable runs we suggest a terminator at the last fixture
(see terminator on page 7).
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Waterfall 250™ DMX Addressing
Waterfall 250™ DMX Traits
DMX stands for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal binary language
used as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures. Each
dipswitch represents a binary value.
Dipswitch 1 address equals 1
Dipswitch 2 address equals 2
Dipswitch 3 address equals 4
Dipswitch 4 address equals 8
ON
DMX CHANNEL
2 8 32 128
Dipswitch 5 address equals 16
Dipswitch 6 address equals 32
1 2 3 54 7 9 1086
Dipswitch 7 address equals 64
Dipswitch 8 address equals 128
1 4 16 64 256
Dipswitch 9 address equals 256
Dipswitch 10 is used to control the Master/Slave operation. Turning
dipswitch 10 on will activate that unit as a “Master Unit.”
Waterfall 250™ Master/Slave Settings
HEAD 3
ON
MASTER - HEAD 1
ON
Channel Value Function
1 0 - 255 COLOR
0 BLACKOUT
1 - 40 WHITE
42 - 49 WHITE/RED
50 - 52 RED
53 - 69 RED/BLUE
70 - 82 BLUE
83 - 96 BLUE/GREEN
97 - 106 GREEN
107 - 121 GREEN/YELLOW
122 - 132 YELLOW
133 - 146 YELLOW/ORANGE
147 - 152 ORANGE
153 - 170 ORANGE/PURPLE
171 - 175 PURPLE
176 - 255 COLOR ROTATION
SLOW FAST
2 0 - 255 TEXTURE GLASS 1
1 2
ON
1 2
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43 5 6
HEAD 2
43 5 6
7 8 9
7 8 9
10
10
ON
1 2
1 2
43 5 6
HEAD 4
43 5 6
7 8 9
7 8 9
10
10
0 NO ROTATION
1 - 129 COUNTER CLOCKWISE ROTATION
FAST SLOW
130 - 255 CLOCKWISE ROTATION
SLOW FAST
3 0 - 255 TEXTURE GLASS 2
0 NO ROTATION
1 - 129 COUNTER CLOCKWISE ROTATION
FAST SLOW
130 - 255 CLOCKWISE ROTATION
SLOW FAST
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Waterfall 250™ Dipswitch Settings
Dp 1
Dp 9Dp 8Dp 7
Dp 6
Dp 5Dp 4Dp 3Dp 2 Dp 10
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
FUNCTION
SOUND ACTIVE
WHITE
WHITE/RED
RED
RED/BLUE
BLUE
BLUE/GREEN
GREEN
GREEN/YELLOW
YELLOW
YELLOW/ORANGE
ORANGE
ORANGE/PURPLE
PURPLE
ROTATION SLOW
ROTATION FAST
SLOW WATERFALL1
SLOW WATERFALL 2
SLOW WATERFALL 4
SLOW WATERFALL 3
FAST WATERFALL 1
FAST WATERFALL 4
FAST WATERFALL 3
FAST WATERFALL 2
0
0
0
0
00
1111111
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
111
11
1
1
11
111111
1
1
1
1
11
1
1
1111
11
11
1
11
1
1
1
11
1
1
11
1
11
1
1
1
1
111111111
1
1
1
1 1
1
1
11
1
1
11
111
11
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
WATERFALL 250
FUNCTION LIST
0=Off
1=On
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Waterfall 250™ Lamp and Fuse Replacement
To run a unit or units in stand alone mode with a built in waterfall
program, follow the dipswitch chart below. This for either setting a
certain color or a certain waterfall effect.
Caution: Always replace with the exact same type lamp, unless
otherwise specified by an authorized ©Elation® service technician.
Replacing with anything other than the specified part can damage
your unit and will void your manufactures warranty.
Warning: If you continue to blow lamps or the fuse, STOP using the
unit. Contact customer support for further instructions, you may have
to return the unit for servicing. Continuing to use the unit may cause
serious damage.
Fuse Replacement: Locate and remove the unit’s power cord. Once
the cord has been removed located the fuse holder located inside the
power socket. Insert a flat-head screw driver into the power socket and
gently pry out the fuse holder. Remove the bad fuse and replace with a
new one. The fuse holder has a built-in socket for a spare fuse be sure
not to confuse the spare fuse with the active fuse.
Lamp Replacement: Caution! Never attempt to change the lamp
while the fixture is plugged in. Always disconnect the main power and
allow the unit ample time to cool before attempting to replace the
lamp. Lamp replacement has been made simple by incorporating the
use of a trap door that is retained by thumb screws.
1. Be sure to follow the proper handling procedures that deal with
discharge lamps.
2. Remove the thumb screw on the trap door located at the rear of
the unit.
3. Slide out the lamp socket assembly to expose the lamp.
4. Carefully remove the old lamp. NEVER TOUCH A DISCHARGE
LAMP WITH YOUR BARE HANDS. NEVER DISCARD A
DISCHARGE LAMP IN THE TRASH. FOR PROPER DISPOSAL
INSTRUCTIONS, PLEASE REFER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS
INCLUDED WITH YOUR NEW DISCHARGE LAMP.
5. Replace the lamp with an exact match and reassemble in reverse
order.
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Waterfall 250™ Cleaning
Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust cleaning the internal and external
optical lenses must be carried out periodically to maintain optimized
light output.
1. Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the
outside casing.
2. Use a brush to wipe down the fan grill and remove as much built
up as possible.
3. Clean the external optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth
every 20 days.
4. Clean the internal optics with glass cleaner and a soft cloth
every 30-60 days.
5. Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging the
unit in.
Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the fixture
operates (i.e. smoke, fog residue, dust, dew).
Waterfall 250™ Warranty
2-YEAR 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) from the date of purchase. This warranty shall be valid
only if the product is purchased within the United States of America, including possessions and territories. It is the ownerʼs 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 the
entire instrument is sent, it must be shipped in its original package. No accessories
should be shipped with the product. If any accessories are shipped with the product,
©Elation Professional® shall have no liability whatsoever for loss of or damage to any
such accessories, nor for the safe return thereof.
C. This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the product
is modied 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 instruction manual.
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance,
cleaning or periodic check-up. During the period specied 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 bear identifying marks to that effect.
E. ©Elation Professional® reserves the right to make changes in design and/or
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 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 tness, are limited in duration to the warranty period set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or
implied, including warranties of merchantability or tness, shall apply to this product
after said period has expired. The consumerʼs and or Dealerʼs 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 or damage, direct or consequential,
arising out of the use of, or 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
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conditions heretofore published.
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Technical Specifications:
Model: Waterfall 250™
Lamp: ZB-MSD250/2 250w
Lamp Life: 2000 Hrs.
Color Temperture: 6800°K
Voltage: 115v AC
Dimensions: 14.7”(L) x 14.3”(W) x 8.8”(H)
Colors 6 plus White
Weight: 26 Lbs./ 13 Kgs.
Fuse: 10A GMA 115v
DMX Channels: 3
Warranty: 2 Years (730 Days)
Please Note: Specications and improvements in the design
of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any
prior written notice.
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©Elation Professional®
Elation World Headquarters:
4295 Charter Street Los Angeles, CA 90058 USA
Tel: 323-582-3322 / Fax: 323-582-3108
Web: www.elationlighting.com / E-mail: info@elationlighting.com
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