Elation Professional 1200C User Manual

Rev. 1/6/2009-visage

Design Spot 1200C

Elation Professional

6122 S. Eastern Ave

Los Angeles, Ca. 90040

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 2 Design Spot 1200C™

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 3 Design Spot 1200C™

CONTENTS

1. General Information……………………………………………………………………… 4

a. Introduction………………………………………………………………………. 4

b. Customer Support…………………………………………….………………… 3

c. Warranty Registration……………………………………………………..……. 5

d. Discharge Lamp Warning………………………………………………………. 5

2. Safety Instructions………………………………………………………........…………. 7

3. Features…………………………………………………………………………………… 9

4. General Guidelines………………………………………………………………………. 10

5. Fixture Overview…………………………………………………………………………. 11

6. Lamp Installation…………………………………………………………………………. 12

a. Lamp installation…………………………………………………….………….. 12

b. Lamp optimization……………………………………………………..………… 13

7. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….……. 15

a. Mounting Positions……………………………………………………………… 15

b. Mounting Points…………………………………………………………………. 16

c. Securing………………………………………………………………………….. 17

8. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………... 18

a. DMX Linking……..………………………………………………………………. 18

b. DMX Cable Requirements..……………………………………………………. 18

c. DMX Termination………..………………………………………………………. 20

d. DMX Addressing………………………………………………………………… 20

9. Fixture Menu……………………………………………………………………………… 22

a. Menu functions………………………………………………………………….. 23

10. Menu Functions.…………………………………………………………………………. 25

11. DMX Addressing…………………………………………………………………………. 33

12. Operation…………………………………………………………………………………. 35

13. Using the Built-In Wireless DMX Receiver……………………………………………. 37

14. Working with Built-In Programs…………………………………………………………. 39

15. DMX Channel Traits……………………………………………………………………… 45

16. Fuse Replacement……………………………………………………………………….. 51

17. Error Codes……………………………………………………………………………….. 52

18. Cleaning and Maintenance……………………………………………………………… 56

19. Photometric Data………………………………………………………………………… 59

20. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 60

21. Circuit Schematic………...………………………………………………………………. 61

22. Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………... 62

23. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 64

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 4 Design Spot 1200C™

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

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

reliable lighting fixtures on the market today! The Design Spot 1200C,™ 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 Design Spot 1200C™ by Elation Professional®.

Every Design Spot 1200C™ 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: 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®.

Service Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Voice: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Forum: www.ElationLighting.com/forum

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.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 5 Design Spot 1200C™

Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash, keep for warranty repair. Please

recycle whenever possible.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The Design Spot 1200C™ 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 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 [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 lamp has

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

warranty conditions.

UV RADIATION: 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 a gas sealed in a

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 6 Design Spot 1200C™

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 and will decrease gradually over

time.

This device falls under protection-class 1. Therefore it is essential that the device be

grounded properly.

Only qualified personnel should perform all electrical connections.

Be sure the available voltage matches the voltage requirements of the unit.

Be sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged. If the power cord is damaged, replace

it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.

Always disconnect from main power before performing any type of service or any cleaning

procedure.

Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the wire portion of

the cord.

Please be aware that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not

subject to warranty.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 7 Design Spot 1200C™

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The Design Spot 1200C™ 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 Design Spot 1200C™ from the power outlet before

performing any service related issues.

4. Lamp Replacement; Please wait at least 15 minutes after disconnecting the main

power before you open the Design Spot 1200C™. 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 five of this

manual. Operating the Design Spot 1200C™ without suited safety aids such as

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

8. Qualified and certified 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

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 8 Design Spot 1200C™

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

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

moisture.

11. Do not attempt to operate this fixture if the power cord has become damaged or

frayed.

Important Notice: Damages resulting from the disregard of safety and general user

instructions found in this user manual are not subject to any warranty claims.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 9 Design Spot 1200C™

3. FEATURES

• Pan 540˚ or 630˚ (User selectable) / Tilt 265°

• 30 Built-In Color Preset Macros

• 3 operation mode: DMX Controlled, Stand-Alone or Sound Activated

• 2 Gobo Wheels (Indexable/Replaceable)

o Wheel 1: 5 Rotating Gobos plus Open

o Wheel 2: 5 Rotating Gobos plus Open

• 1 Color Wheel (Replaceable Filters), 8 Colors

• Animation/Effect Wheel

• Motorized Iris

• CMY & CTO Variable Color Mixing for Infinite Color Possibilities

• Easy to Navigate, Full Color, On-Board LCD Menu (may be turned 180°)

• Strobe Effect: 1~13 flashes per second

• Motorized Focus (Near to Far)

• Motorized Zoom 16˚~41˚

• Brilliant Phillips MSR Gold 1200 FastFit Lamp (1200w / 6300K / 750Hrs / 95,000Lm)

• Linear Dimmer from 0%~100%

• 208/240v ~ 50/60Hz Operation

• Variable, Linear Frost Filter (0% ~ 100%)

• RDMX (Remote DMX addressing from any DMX console)

• Auto test for all functions

• Automatic Pan/Tilt Correction

• Glass Dichroic Reflector for Even Lamp Output

• Modular Design for easy service and maintenance

• Battery Buffered Display System

• USITT DMX-512 Complaint

o 26 DMX Channels (16bit Operation)

o 24 DMX Channels (8bit Operation)

• 8 User Assignable Program Presets - Internal Program: Edit and save programs to

the incorporated EPROM. Maximum of 48 scenes.

• Built-In DMX Recorder, Stores Scenes from External DMX Controller

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 10 Design Spot 1200C™

4. GENERAL GUIDELINES

This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for use on stage, in nightclubs, in

theatres, etc. Do not attempt operation or installation without a proper knowledge on how to

do so.

This fixture was designed for indoor use only. Use of this fixture outdoors may void the

manufactures warranty.

Consistent operational breaks may ensure that the fixture will function properly for many

years to come.

Do not shake the fixture around. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.

While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the fixture will not be exposed to

extreme heat, moisture or dust. The minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat

surface should be at least 1 meter (about 3ft).

Always install the fixture with an appropriate safety cable. When installing the fixture in a

suspended environment always be sure to use mounting hardware no less than M10 x 25

mm, also be sure the hardware is insert in the pre-arranged screw holes in the base of the

fixture.

When using the quick release “Omega” cam-lock system, be sure the four quick lock

fasteners are locked in the quick lock holes correctly.

Do not attempt to operate this fixture until you have familiarized yourself with its functions.

Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating this type of theatrical fixture,

as most damages are the result of operations by person unfamiliar with the operations of

these types of effects.

If service is ever need and if possible, please use the original packaging to transport the

fixture in for service.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 11 Design Spot 1200C™

5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW

1. Output Lens

2. Yoke

3. Cooling Fan

4. 3-Pin DMX Output

5. 3-Pin DMX Input

6. Fuse 1 - Lamp

7. 5-Pin DMX Output

8. Fuse 2 - Electronics

9. 5-Pin DMX Input

10. Power Cord

11. Tilt Locking Mechanism

12. Antenna – Wireless DMX

13. LCD Menu Display

14. Mode/esc Button

15. Menu UP Button

16. Menu DOWN Button

17. Enter Button

18. Software update socket

19. Carrying Handle

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 12 Design Spot 1200C™

6. LAMP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

For a proper and safe lamp change, please follow the instructions in this chapter carefully.

Safety Regulations

• To prevent accidental shock disconnect the unit’s main power supply.

• Allow the unit to cool for at least 15 minutes before attempting any type of service.

• Before you put the Design Spot 1200C™ into operation after a lamp change or

service, be sure all covers have been replaced and/or closed and secured.

Operating the fixture with the covers removed risk damage to the retina and

exposure to harmful UV radiation!

• Always replace the lamp with an approved replacement type. Always replace with a

lamp that meets the original lamp specification, failure to do so may damage the

unit and will void your manufactures warranty.

• Be sure to follow all the lamp handling procedures included with your new lamp.

Never handle the new lamp with your bare hands as the oils from your skin may

damage the lamp.

Installation Procedure:

1. Set the fixture on a flat surface and remove the four screws labeled “A” “B,” “C,” and

“D” found on the back plate of the head assembly to access the lamp.

2. Gently remove the old lamp by grasping the ceramic base and turning it

counter-clockwise until it is loose.

3. Insert the new lamp securely, locking the lamp by turning it clockwise until it locks in

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 13 Design Spot 1200C™

place. Before reassembling the unit, be sure the new lamp is securely seated in the

lamp socket. Always be sure to only use specified lamp types! (MSR Gold 1200

FastFit).

4. Once the lamp has been inserted and secured into the socket, follow the lamp

optimization instructions outlined below, then lock the lamp cover back in to place.

5. Reset the lamp run time in the system menu.

6. Always be sure to optimize the lamp after lamp replacement. Follow the instructions

in the next section to properly align and optimize the lamp.

Caution!

Do not attempt to operate this fixture without the protective

covers in tacked.

Lamp Optimization

The lamp orientation and optimization must be adjusted after every lamp change. This

procedure centers the lamp in the reflector. Proper optimization will increase lamp life and

ensure a bright, crisp, and even output. Improper optimization may add a yellow tint to the

lamp output and reduce intensity. The minimum deviation amount is 1.0mm. Running the

fixture within a lower deviation can cause damage to the lamp, reflector, and/or lens.

The Design Spot 1200C™ lamp holder is aligned at the factory. However, due to slight

imperfections in all lamps, fine adjustments will improve light performance. Please follow the

procedure below for proper lamp optimization:

1. Using a DMX controller or the control panel on the unit, strike the lamp and focus the

light on a flat surface (beam open, white, no gobo, no effect).

2. Center the hot-spot (the brightest part of the beam) using the 3 adjustment screws

located under the lamp cover labeled 1, 2, and 3 as illustrated on the next page. Turn

one screw at a time to drag the hot-spot diagonally across the projected image. If you

cannot detect a hot-spot, adjust the lamp until the light is even.

3. To reduce a hot-spot, pull the lamp in by turning all three screws clockwise a 1/4-turn

at a time until the light is evenly distributed.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 14 Design Spot 1200C™

Please remember that a MSR Gold 1200 FastFit lamp is not a hot-restrike lamp therefore,

you should wait 15 minutes before you can attempt to strike the lamp once it has been

turned off.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 15 Design Spot 1200C™

7. MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION

Cautions:

For added protection mount the fixtures in areas outside walking paths, seating areas, or in

areas were unauthorized personnel might reach the fixture.

Before mounting the fixture to any surface, make sure that the installation area can hold a

minimum point load of 10 times the device’s weight.

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 the fixture.

Caution!

Be sure a certified rigging technician has approved all installation

and rigging before attempting operation.

Warning!

Be sure to keep all flammable material at least 0.5m (1.5”) away from

this fixture at all times.

Mounting

The Design Spot 1200C™ is fully operational in two different mounting positions, hanging

upside-down from a ceiling, or set on a flat level surface (see illustration on next page). Be

sure this fixture is kept at least 0.5m (1.5ft) away from any flammable materials (decoration

etc.). Always use and install the supplied safety cable as a safety measure to prevent

accidental damage and/or injury in the event the clamp fails.

Refer to regulations BGV C1 (formerly VBG 70) and DIN VDE0711-217

for proper installation in Europe to ensure proper installation. Only

qualified personnel should attempt installation.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 16 Design Spot 1200C™

Mounting points

Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating

working load limits, a fine knowledge of the installation material being used, and periodic

safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture. If you lack these qualifications, do

not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.

CAUTION!

Be sure a qualified electrician performs all electrical connections.

Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before connecting the main

power cord to the appropriate wall outlet.

Clamp Mounting

The Design Spot 1200C™ provides a unique mounting bracket assembly that integrates the

hanging yoke as well as the safety cable rigging point in one unit (see the illustration on the

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 17 Design Spot 1200C™

next page). When mounting this fixture to truss be sure to secure an appropriately rated

clamp to the hanging yoke using a M10 screw fitted through the center hole of the hanging

yoke. As an added safety measure be sure to attached at least one properly rated safety

cable to the fixture using on of the safety cable rigging point integrated in the bracket

assembly

Securing the Design Spot 1200C™

Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your Design Spot 1200C™ 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 above. Be sure to only use the designated

rigging point for the safety cable and never secure a safety cable to a carrying handle.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 18 Design Spot 1200C™

8. UNDERSTANDING DMX

DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol used by 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” 3-Pin or

5-Pin XLR connectors 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. The order in which the 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 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 Design Spot 1200C™ is a 26-channel DMX fixture (16-bit

mode). The DMX address is set electronically using the controls on the LCD menu.

Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX and Master/Slave Operation): Never

split a DMX line with a “Y” style connector. Your fixture and your DMX controller require a

standard 3-pin or 5-pin XLR connector for data input and data output (the figure on the next

page is of a 3-Pin XLR connector). If you are making your own cables, be sure to use two

conductor shielded digital DMX cable rated at 120 ohms, this cable is specifically 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 the Elation Opto Branch

4™ or DMX Branch/4™.

Note: Although microphone and DMX cables may look similar, they are not
constructed of the same material and should never be used in place of each
other.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 19 Design Spot 1200C™

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. If you will be using 5-Pin connectors

you may omit pins 4 and 5, see the illustration below.

DMX-512 control connection

Connect an XLR cable to the female XLR output of your controller and the other side to the

male XLR input of the fixture (Please refer to the diagram below.). You can chain multiple

moving heads together through serial linking. Remember to daisy chain your “in” and “out”

data connections.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 20 Design Spot 1200C™

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

-). The terminator is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last fixture in your daisy

chain to terminate the line. Using a line terminator (Elation part: DMX T PACK) will decrease

the possibilities of erratic behavior.

5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors. Some fixtures 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 following chart

details a proper cable conversion.

Fixture 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 coming from the controller. This “starting

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 21 Design Spot 1200C™

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 head 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 you 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 Design Spot 1200C™, which is a 26 channel fixture, you should set the

starting DMX address of the first unit to 1, the second unit to 27 (26 + 1), the third unit to 53

(26 + 27), and so on.

Note: During start-up the Design Spot 1200C™ will automatically detect whether a DMX

data signal is being received or not. If DMX data signal is being received, the display will

show "Addr=XXX" (XXX representing the actual DMX address). If the fixture is not

receiving a DMX signal the display will flash. If your fixture is connected to a DMX controller

and the display is flashing (not receiving a DMX signal), please check the following:

- The 3-PIN or 5-PIN 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.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 22 Design Spot 1200C™

9. FIXTURE MENU

On-Board System Menu: The Design Spot 1200C™ comes with an easy to navigate

system menu. This next section will detail the functions of each command in the system

menu.

LCD Control Panel: The control panel located on the side of the fixture allows you to

access the main menu and make necessary adjustments to the Design Spot 1200C™.

During normal operation, tapping the “MODE/ESC” key once will access the fixture’s main

menu. Once in the main menu you can navigate through the different functions and access

the sub-menus with the Up and Down buttons. Once you reach a field that requires

adjusting, tap the ENTER button to activate that field and use the UP and Down button to

adjust the field. Tapping the Enter button once more will confirm your setting. You may exit

the main menu at any time without making any adjustments by tapping the MODE/ESC

button.

Function Mode

Set DMX Address

Value Display

Set To Slave

Auto Program

Music Control

A001~AXXX

PAN…

Slave1, Slave2, Slave3

Master / Alone

Master / Alone

DMX address setting

DMX value display

Slave setting

Auto program

Music control

Time Information

Current Time
Total Life Hours
Last Run Hours
Lamp Hours
Lamp Off Time
Timer Password
Clear Last Run

L-Timer Password
Clear Lamp Time

XXXX (Hours)
XXXX (Hours)
XXXX (Hours)
XXXX (Hours)
XXXX (Minute)
Password=XXX
ON/OFF

Password=XXX
ON/OFF

Power “ON” running time
Total fixture running time
Last operation run time
Lamp run time
Lamp off time
Timer Password (038)
Clears the fixture current
run time (Last Run Hours)
Lamp Password (038)
Resets lamp run time
Base Temperature

XX C˚/F˚

Base Internal Temperature

Temperature Info

Head Temperature

XXX C˚/F˚

Head Internal Temperature

Information

Software Version

Ver 1.1….

Displays the fixture’s
current software version

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 23 Design Spot 1200C™

Lamp Control

Lamp On or Off

Automatic La-On

Lamp On Via DMX

Lamp Off Via DMX

Lamp Off No DMX

Lamp On at Temp.

Lamp Off at Temp.

ON/OFF

ON/OFF

ON/OFF

ON/OFF

OFF, 0FF~19M

20~79 C˚, 45C˚ /68~174F˚ 113 F˚

80~139 C˚, 130 C˚ /176~282 F˚, 266 F˚

Lamp on/off – Manual

The lamp is struck when

the fixture is powered.

Control lamp on via DMX

Control lamp off via DMX

Lamp off if DMX is lost

Lamp restart at temp.

Lamp off at temp.

Status Settings

Address Via DMX

No DMX Status

Pan Reverse

Tilt Reverse

Pan Degree

Feedback

Movement Speed

Mic Sensitivity

ON/OFF

Close/Hold/ Auto/Music

ON/OFF

ON/OFF

630/540

ON/OFF

Speed 1~ 4

0~99%

Address via DMX
controller

Determines fixture’s mode
if DMX signal is lost

Pan Reverse movement

Tilt Reverse movement

Pan Degree Select

Auto Pan/Tilt Correction

Movement Mode Select

Mic. sensitivity adjustment

Service Setting

Service Password
Fan Voltage
Gobo Speed

Password=XXX
High/Low
Quick/Slow

Service Code“=050”
Fan Voltage Select
Gobo Change Speed

Fans Control

Auto Fans Speed

High Fans Speed

Low Fans Speed

Fans Speed Selection

Display Setting

Shutoff Time

Display shutoff time
Temperature

C/F

Celsius
Fahrenheit

Changes temperature
readout between C˚ or F˚

Initial Effect

PAN……

PAN =XXX

Initial effect position

Wireless DMX

De-activate WDMX

Activate WDMX

Act & Data Out

Rest WDMX Mem

De-activate WDMX

Activate WDMX

Act & Data Out

Clears the wireless DMX
memory

Personality

Reset Default

ON/OFF

Restore factory sett.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 24 Design Spot 1200C™

Reset Function

Reset All

Reset Pan/Tilt

Reset Colors

Reset Gobos

Reset Shutter

Reset Others

Reset all motors

Reset Pan/Tilt

Reset color wheel

Reset all gobo wheels

Reset shutter and dimmer

Reset all other motors

Test Channel

PAN ……

Test all channels

Manual Control

PAN:

PAN =XXX:

Fine adjustment

Effect Adjust

Calibrate
Values

--Password--

Color wheel

:

Password=XXX

Color wheel=XXX

:

Calibrate Menu for all
adjustable motors and
effects. Password “050”

User Mode
Select

Standard Mode

Basic Mode…

Extended Mode…

User Mode A

User Mode B

User Mode C

Allows the user to change
the order of the DMX
channels to match other
fixtures.

Users Mode Set

Edit User Mode

Maximum Channel

PAN:

Maximum Channel = XX

PAN = CH01:

Preset User modes

Select
Programs

Auto Pro Part 1

Auto Pro Part 2

Auto Pro Part 3

Program 1 ~ 10 Program 1

Program 1 ~ 10 Program 2

Program 1 ~ 10 Program 3

Select programs to be run

Edit Program

Program 1

:

Program 10

Program Test

Step
01=SCxxx

Step
64=SCxxx

(“STEP
XX”)

Testing program

Program in loop

Save and exit

Edit Scenes

Edit Scene 001

~ Edit Scene 250

Pan,Tilt,……

--Secne
Time--

Input via
external
source

Pan=xxx…

TIME=XX.X
S

Save and automatically
return

Manual scenes edit

Edit Program

Rec. Controller

XX~XX

Activate intergraded DMX
recorder

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 25 Design Spot 1200C™

10 MENU FUNCTIONS:

10.1 Function Mode

10.1.1. “Set DMX Address” - DMX address setting

This function is used to set or adjust the fixture’s starting DMX address. Every device

controlled by DMX has to have a unique starting address. The addressing feature is

what allows DMX to function properly. The DMX address of a fixture is what allows it to

communicate with a controller properly. The DMX addressing also allows the fixture to

ignore any DMX information coming from the controller that is not meant specifically for

the fixture. Because each fixture is connected in a daisy-chain fashion it is imperative

to assign a proper and unique starting DMX address to each and every fixture. The

DMX address is non-destructive and will remain in the fixture’s memory even when the

power to the unit is switched off. Memory is backed-up and retain by an internal power

source that should last about five years. For proper DMX addressing see Section

11/Page 32 of this user manual.

10.1.2. “Value Display” - Display the DMX 512 value of each channel

With this function you can display the DMX 512 value of each channel. The display will

automatically readout the changing DMX values as they are received.

10.1.3. “Set To Slave” - Slave setting

With this function, you can define the device as slave for operation in Master/Slave

mode.

10.1.4. “Auto Program” – Internal Programs

This function allows the internal programs to run. The desired program is selected in the

“Select program” section of the control menu. You can set the number of steps under

“Edit program”. You can edit the individual scenes under “Edit scenes”. With this

function, you can run the individual scenes either automatically, i.e. with the adjusted

Step-Time.

10.1.5. “Music control” – Run Internal Programs to Sound

With this function, you can run the internal program via sound.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 26 Design Spot 1200C™

10.2 Information:

10.2.1.Time information

Current time

This function displays the running time of the fixture from the last power on. The

display reads “XXXX”, where “XXXX” represents the number of hours the fixture has

been running. This counter is automatically reset after every power-on.

Total Life Hours

This function tracks the fixture’s total running hours. Where “XXXX” represents the

number of hours the fixture has been powered on. This time is none destructive and

will remain in the fixtures memory indefinitely.

Last Run Hours

This function tracks a cycle run time. Use this function to keep track of rental period,

or to note the time from the last service. This setting can be reset at any time, see

“L-Timer Password.”

Lamp Hours

This function tracks the total number of lamp running hours. Where “XXXX”

represents the number of hours the lamp has been running. This counter should be

reset after every lamp change.

Lamp Off Time

This function displays the running time of the lamp from the last power on. The

display reads “XXXX”, where “XXXX” represents the number of minutes the lamp

has been running since it was last struck. This counter is automatically reset after

every power-on.

Timer Password

Use this function to enter the “Clear Last Run” password. Password is “038”

Clear Last Run

This function will allow the “Last Run Hours” function be cleared and reset.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 27 Design Spot 1200C™

L-Timer Password

Use this function to enter the “Clear Lamp Time” password. Password is “038”

Clear Lamp Time

This function will allow the “Lamp Run Hours” function be cleared and reset.

This function resets the lamp “ON” time to zero. Please reset the lamp “ON” time at

every lamp replacement. This procedure tracks the lamp running time so the lamp

can be replaced at the end of it’s recommended duty cycle.

10.2.2. Temp. Info.

This function displays a real time, internal temperature of the head or the base.

Base Temp – This function will display the base internal temperature.
Head Temp – This function will display the head internal temperature.

10.2.3. Product Info.

Software version - This function will display the current operating software version

of the fixture.

• Select “Software Version” in the system menu.

• Press enter to confirm.

• The LCD will read “V-X.X”, “X.X” represents the version number, e.g. “V-1.0”,

“V-2.6”.

• Use the UP and DOWN buttons to toggle through the software version of

different IC’s.

• Press the Mode/Esc-button to return to the main menu.

10.3 Lamp Control:

10.3.1. Lamp On or Off

With this function you can switch the lamp on or off via the Control Board.

• Select "Lamp on/off" by use the “UP” and “DOWN” controls and press “ENTER”.

• Select “ON” if you wish to strike the lamp or “OFF” to switch it off.

• Press “ENTER” to confirm.

• Press the Mode/Esc-button in order to return to the main menu.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 28 Design Spot 1200C™

10.3.2. Automatic La-On

This function is on by default. With this function you can select if the lamp will be

switched on when switching the power on. Select “ON” if you wish to enable this

function or “OFF” if you don’t.

10.3.3. Lamp on via DMX

With this function you can select if you can switch the lamp on via an external controller.

Select “ON” by turning the LCD controls if you wish to enable this function or “OFF” if

you don’t.

10.3.4. Lamp off via DMX

With this function you can select if you can switch the lamp off via an external controller.

Select “ON” if you wish to enable this function or “OFF” if you don’t.

10.3.5. Lamp Off No DMX

With this function you can select to switch off the lamp off automatically if there is no

DMX signal). Select “ON” if you wish to enable this function or “OFF” if you don’t.

10.3.6. Lamp on at temp.

With this function you can set the minimal internal operating temperature that must be

maintained to strike the lamp.

10.3.7. Lamp off at temp.

With this function you can set the inside temperature at which the projector will

automatically switch the lamp off. Turn the LCD controls to select the maximum inside

temperature between 80° C and 139° C. Inside temperatures below 90° C are not critical.

90° C and more should lead to the lamp being switched off. Please note that the outside

temperature should not exceed 45° C.

10.4 Personality:

10.4.1. Status setting

Address via DMX - This function allows the DMX address to remotely be adjusted

from a DMX console. This setting requires special settings for both the controller and

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 29 Design Spot 1200C™

the fixture. RDMX is on by default. For operational instructions please see Section

10/Page 25 of this manual “Remote DMX addressing.”

No DMX Status – This function dictates how the fixture will function if it looses DMX

signal during normal operation. The default function is set to hold, in which the fixture

will lock into the last DMX signal it received and remain in that position until it is turned

off or begins receiving a new DMX signal. If the fixture is turned on without any DMX

signal, the fixture will automatically go in to sound-active mode. Available settings are:

“Close” – Shutter flags will close. “Hold” – Fixture will remain at it’s last settings. “Auto”

– Fixture will go into stand-alone mode, running the built-in program. “Music” – The

fixture will go into sound-active mode.

Pan Reverse - This function allows you to invert all pan movements. Use the Up and

Down buttons to turn this function On and Off. Press the Enter button to accept the

change or the Mode button to cancel and return to the main menu.

Tilt Reverse - This function allows you to invert all tilt movements. Use the Up and

Down buttons to turn this function On and Off. Press the Enter button to accept the

change or the Mode button to cancel and return to the main menu.

Pan Degree – This function changes the maximum Pan resolution from either 540˚ or

630˚. The default function is 540˚.

Feedback – This function turns the feedback correction on or off. This function is set

to on as default.

Movement Speed – This function changes the order of the DMX channels to more

closely match similar fixtures from different vendors, thus allowing the user easier

functionality when programming. There are four different mode variations.

Mic Sensitivity – This function make the internal microphone more or less sensitive to

sound. This function only works in conjunction with the sound active modes. The

default setting is 70% and setting range from 0 % to 99 %.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 30 Design Spot 1200C™

10.4.2. Service Settings – These adjustments and settings should only be performed by a

technician familiar with the functionality this fixture. Incorrect setting of these

functions may result reduced performance or damage to the fixture.

Service Password: The correct password must be entered before attempting wheel

calibration, changing fan voltage, or changing the gobo speed.

Fan Voltage: This function will change the fan voltage from either “Low” or “High.”

Low will send normal voltage to the fan, for normal operation. High will send slightly

higher voltage to fans that allows the fans to operate at higher than normal speeds.

This setting should only be used in extreme cases of higher than normal

temperatures. Using the fans in “HIGH” mode will decrease fan life over time. Low is

the default setting.

Gobo Speed: This function will change the functionality of the gobo wheels. When

this function is set to “Quick” the gobo wheels will snap into position, when this

function is set to “Slow” the gobo wheels will react to position changes much slower.

“Quick” is the deg=fault setting.

10.4.3. Fans Control - This function is used to change the functionality of the internal

cooling fans. The available selections are: 1) “AUTO” – The fans will automatically

switch between low and high speeds depending on the internal operating

temperature. 2) “HIGH” – The fans will run in high-speed mode regardless of

operating temperature. 3) “LOW” – The fans will remain in low speeds regardless of

internal operating temperature.

10.4.4. Display Settings - With this function, you can set the display to turn “off” or blackout

when during normal operation. To turn the menu on momentarily, simply press any

of the menu function buttons.

10.4.5. Temperature C/F – This function changes the temperature unit readout from either

the temperature Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 31 Design Spot 1200C™

10.4.6 Initial effect

This function allows the user to store a customized home (reset) position.

10.4.7 Wireless DMX

This section will control the functionality of the built-in wireless DMX receiver. See

page 38 for more information on operating this fixture via Wireless DMX.

10.4.8. Reset Default - With this function you can restore the original factory settings. All

settings will be set back to the default values (shaded). All user-edited scenes will be

lost.

10.5 Reset Functions:

10.5.1 Reset All: This function will reset all internal motors to the home position.

10.5.2 Reset Pan and Tilt: This function will only reset the pan and tilt motors to the home

position.

10.5.3 Reset Colors: This function will only reset the color wheel and the CMY filter motors

to the home position.

10.5.4 Reset Gobos: This function will only reset the gobo wheels.

10.5.5 Reset Shutter: This function will only reset the blackout shutter to the home

position.

10.5.6 Reset Others: This function will reset all other motors that are not associated with

the previous reset functions to the home position.

10.6 EFFECT ADJUST:

10.6.1 Test Channel – This menu function allows the user to select each individual fixture

channel and test it’s function independently from the control board.

10.6.2 Manual control – This function readies the fixture for lamp optimization in a simple

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 32 Design Spot 1200C™

single step procedure. This function will center the pan and tilt motors while at the

same time open the shutter and bring the dimmer to 100%. The pan and tilt function

will still operate if the fixture needs to be positioned to a flat clear surface.

10.6.3 Calibrate values – This function should only be performed by a qualified technician.

This function allows a user to make small adjustments to the effect wheels (color,

gobo, shutter, etc) to compensate for ware or in the event a sensor has been knocked

slightly out of place. Because improper use of this function can result in undesired

operation this function has been password protected. The password is 050 and must

be entered each time the calibration menu function is entered.

10.7 USER MODE: This function has two uses:

10.7.2 This function allows the DMX channels assignment to be changed from the default

value of 18, to either 8bit/16 channels or extended mode at 26 channels. This function

also allows the user to create user defined channel orders allowing the fixture to

match the channel order of other fixtures on the market for easier operation. A total of

three user modes may be configured: User Mode A, User Mode B, and User Mode C.

10.7.3 Edit User mode – This function allows the user to make the actual changes in the

user-defined modes that are created in the previous function.

10.8 EDIT PROGRAM:

10.8.1 Select program – This function allows the user to select one of ten of the user

defined built-in programs. This program is then accessed in “Function Mode” under

“Program Run.”

10.8.2 Edit program – This function allows the user to edit the built-in programs.

10.7.1 Edit Scenes – This function allows the user to edit or define the actual scenes that

are stored in the user defined built-in programs that are accessed in the previous

step.

10.7.2 Auto Scenes Rec - The Design Spot 1200C features an integrated DMX recorder by

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 33 Design Spot 1200C™

pre-programmed scenes can be transmitted to the fixture via any standard DMX

controller. This function allows those scenes to be stored in to the fixture’s built-in

memory and then subsequently used to create user-defined programs. See working

with built-in programs Section 14 / Page 39.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 34 Design Spot 1200C™

11. DMX ADDRESSING

Setting the DMX address - After the fixture is turned “ON” it will immediately complete a

reset process that test all the fixture’s functions. When the reset process concludes the LCD

will display the fixture’s current DMX address. If the fixture is not receiving a DMX signal, the

display will flash continuously. To set or adjust a DMX address, please follow the procedure

below:

1. Toggle through the menu by pressing the Up and Down buttons until the display

reads “Set DMX Address.” Tap the enter button to make changes to the address.

2. While the current three-digit address is flashing use the “UP” and “DOWN”

buttons to select a new address. Once the new address has been selected, lock

the new address into the fixture’s memory by pressing the “ENTER” button.

The DMX address is non-volatile and will remain in the fixture’s memory even when the

power to the unit is switched off. Memory is backed-up and retain by an internal power

source that should last about five years

Remote DMX addressing (RDMX) / Address Via DMX- This function allows the DMX

address to be changed remotely from a DMX console. This setting requires special settings

for both the controller and the fixture. RDMX is on by default. Follow the procedure listed

below to access the RDMX functions:

Fixture Settings:

1. Access the main menu and use the UP or DOWN to get to the “Personality”

menu, then press ENTER.

2. Once in the “Personalities” menu, tap the UP or Down to get to the “Status

Settings “ menu, press ENTER.

3. Once in the “Status Settings” tap the UP or Down to get to the “Address via

DMX” function and press ENTER. “Address via DMX” is the function that

turn the RDMX function on and off.

4. Press the UP button to display “ON” to activate this function, or “OFF” to

deactivate this function.

5. Press ENTER to confirm.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 35 Design Spot 1200C™

6. Press MODE/ESC to return to the main menu.

Controller Settings:

1. Set the DMX value of channel 1 to a value of 7.

2. Set the DMX value of channel 2 to a value of 7 or 8. When channel 2 is set to

"7" you can adjust the starting address between 1 and 255. When set to "8"

you can adjust the starting address between 256 and 511.

3. Use channel 3 to set your desired DMX starting address. For example: If

you want to set the starting address to 57, set channel 1 to a value of “7,” set

channel 2 to a value of “7” and use channel 3 to set your address to 57 by

selecting a channel value of 57. Example 2: If you want to set the starting

address to 420, set channel 1 to a value of “7,” channel 2 to "8" and channel

3 to "164" (256+164=420).

4. Wait for approximately 20 seconds for the unit to complete the

address reset function.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 36 Design Spot 1200C™

12. OPERATION

Operating Modes: The Design Spot 1200C™ can operate in several different modes. This

next section will detail the differences in the operating modes.

• Auto Program Mode (Master) - The fixture will chase through the built-in programs,

sending a DMX control signal to all other fixtures connect via DMX cables instruction for a

synchronized light show.

• Auto Program Mode (Stand-alone) - The fixture will chase through the built-in program.

This feature is great for store front with custom logos, where as the logos need to be

displayed but the use of a controller is unwanted.

• Music Control Mode (Stand-alone) - The fixture will react to sound, chasing through the

built-in programs. Great for small clubs or DJs that do not want to bother with programming.

• Music Control Mode (Master/Slave) - You can daisy chain up to 16 fixtures together to

get a synchronized light show without the need of an external controller. The fixtures will

react to sound, chasing to a synchronized light show.

• Set To Slave – This function will set the fixture to slave mode for use in either the auto

program or music control program modes.

• DMX control mode - This function will allow you to control each individual fixtures traits

with a standard DMX-512 controller such as the Elation® Show Designer 2 or Show

Designer 3.

12.1 Stand-Alone Operation (Auto Program or Music Control): This mode allows a

single fixture to run to the built-in programs with or without sound. Only use this

mode when running a single fixture, or when running several fixtures as individuals.

• Mount your fixture in a secure and stable manner.

• For functionality without sound control: Access the “Function” menu and

select the “Auto Program” function, this will give you access to the “Auto

Program” submenu. See page 25 for the menu breakdown. Once in the

“Auto Program” submenu select “Alone”

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 37 Design Spot 1200C™

• For functionality that chases to sound: Access the “Function” menu and

select the “Music Control” function, this will give you access to the “Music

Control” submenu. See page 25 for the menu breakdown. Once in the

“Music Control” submenu select “Alone”

12.2 Master-Slave Operation (Auto Program or Music Control): This function allows

up to 16 fixtures to be linked together to provide a synchronized light show without

the use of a controller. Only use this when linking several Design Spot 1200C

together for use without a controller. Any fixture can act as a “Master or a “Slave.”

• Using DMX cables, daisy chain your fixtures together. See “Understanding

DMX Section 8/Page 18.

• For the unit functioning as the “Master” unit follow the same procedures

listed in the previous section “Stand-Alone section.

• For the “Slave” units, access the “Set To Slave” settings in the “Function

Mode” menu and assign each slave fixture a designation (Slave 1, Slave 2,

Slave 3…etc).

12.3 Universal DMX Control: This function allows you to use a universal DMX-512

controller such as the Elation® Show Designer 2™ or Elation® Show Designer 3™ to

control head movement, the color wheel, the shutter (strobe), and all other DMX traits.

A DMX controller allows you to create unique programs tailored to your individual

needs. The Design Spot 1200C™ uses 26 DMX channels. See page 45 for detailed

description of the DMX traits. To control your fixture in DMX mode, follow the set-up

procedures beginning on page 18 as well as the set-up specifications that are included

with your DMX controller. Use the controller’s faders to control the various DMX fixture

traits. This will allow you to create your own programs.

• Follow the instruction on page 33 to set the DMX address.

• Be sure to use a terminator on the last fixture, especially for longer cable

runs (more than a 100 feet).

• For help operating in DMX, consult the user manual that came with your

DMX controller.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 38 Design Spot 1200C™

13. Using the Built-In Wireless DMX System

The Design Spot 1200C comes equipped with an Elation Wireless DMX Receiver built-in.

This receiver is fully compatible with your existing Elation Wireless DMX System.

13.1 Working with the Wireless DMX (WDMX) System:

• To turn the system “On” or “Off,” access the main menu and toggle to Personality -

Wireless DMX. The next menu selection will allow the user to Activate the system,

Deactivate the system, or Reset the system. Activate turns the system on,

Deactivate turn the system off, and Reset clears the link between the fixture and a

transmitter.

• PLEASE NOTE: When the WDMX system is activate the link between the built-in

DMX “IN” XLR jacks is electronically turned off, but the “OUTPUT” DMX XLR jacks

will function normally.

• If a fixture is powered on when the built-in WDMX system is activated, the fixture will

automatically scan for a wireless DMX signal from an Elation wireless transmitter. If

no wireless signal is received the fixture will electronically switch to wired mode.

WARNING!

Never connect a fixture to a controller via a DMX cable when

the WDMX system is in use. This could cause serious damage

to the controller.

13.2 Setting up the WDMX system:

1) Follow the instructions that come with your wireless transmitter and connect the

transmitter to your DMX controller.

2) To sync your fixture with your wireless transmitter follow the steps below:

a) Initially, the WDMX indicator on the fixture should be solid red

b) Press and hold the configuration button on your WDMX transmitter for about 3

seconds. The red/green LED indicators on the transmitter and the fixture should

then begin to flash rapidly for about 5~ 10 seconds while the two system pair

c) Once the fixture is paired with the transmitter (T1), the WDMX status indicators

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 39 Design Spot 1200C™

on the both the fixture and the transmitter will stop flashing and glow solid green.

If the paring is unsuccessful repeat the process until the paring is secured.

d) The fixture will store the pairing information inside a nondestructive memory

bank once a link is created between the fixture and a transmitter. The fixture will

remember the paired transmitter even if the fixture is turned off for extended

periods of time.

13.3 Clearing Transmitter Link:

1) Access the fixture’s main menu and toggle to Personality - Wireless DMX – Reset.

Select “Reset” to clear any existing link between the fixture and a transmitter. The

WDMX indictor on the fixture will turn solid red when the link is severed.

2) You may also clear the link from the transmitter. First, be sure the fixture(s) is

powered on, and then hold down the configuration button on the transmitter for as

least 5 seconds. This will automatically clear the link between the transmitter and

any fixture that is powered on. All WDMX indictors will glow solid red if the procedure

was successful.

13.4 WDMX Indicators:

1) Rapid flashing Red/Green: Syncing in to a transmitter.

2) Slow flashing Red/Green: Paired with a transmitter. Transmitter is not receiving a

DMX signal from a controller.

3) Solid Green: Paired with a transmitter and receiving DMX data.

4) Solid Red: Not paired with a transmitter (free)

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 40 Design Spot 1200C™

14. WORKING WITH BUILT-IN PROGRAMS

The fixture comes equipped with a built-in DMX recorder that allows custom programs to be

installed and recalled directly from the fixture’s control board. Programs can be created and

stored using the fixture’s control board or by using an external DMX controller. The following

instructions will detail the procedures for using the on-board system menu as well as using a

DMX compliant controller.

Memory Statistics:

Total Number of Programs: 8

Maximum Number of Steps (Scenes) per a Program: 48

Total Number of Scenes (Steps): 250

Step 1 – Building Scenes.

The control will store a maximum of 250 scenes. These scenes are then used to create the

programs. A program can store one or a maximum of 64 scenes. Keep in mind that a scene

can only be access when it is stored in a “Program.” If you wish to build a static scene (a

scene consisting of no movement) for a logo or gobo projection, the scene must be stored

inside a program. To build scenes follow the instructions below:

• Access the main menu and toggle to “Edit Programs” which is menu function 8.

• Then tap the “ENTER” button and toggle to “Edit Scenes,” menu function 8-3.

• When you get to the “Edit Scenes” function tap the “ENTER” button. The screen will

then change to Edit Scene 001, this will be menu function 8-3-1. You can then press

the “ENTER” button to begin to edit scene 1 or use the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to

toggle to access scenes 2-250.

• Once in the scene edit screen you have access to the functions listed below.

Tapping the “ENTER” button will instantly allow you to change the values of the

selected function in real time. The values can be adjusted from 0~250. Once you

achieved your desired value tap the “ENTER” button once again to automatically

lock the value into the scenes memory. You can repeat the procedure for all

functions listed below:

- “Auto Program” – Allows access to all 21 of the channel’s DMX traits.

- “PAN” – pan movement.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 41 Design Spot 1200C™

- “PAN-Fine” – precision pan movement.

- “TILT” – tilt movement.

- “TILT-Fine” – precision tilt movement

- “Move Speed” – adjust pan and tilt motor speed

- “Gobo Wheel 1” – select gobos from gobo wheel 1

- “Gobo Rot. 1” – adjust gobo 1 indexing or rotation

- “Gobo Wheel 2” – select a gobo from gobo wheel 2

- “Gobo Rot. 2” – adjust gobo 2 indexing or rotation

- “Color Speed” – adjust the CMY mixing speed

- “Color Macro” – select a built-in color mixing macro

- “Cyan” – adjust the cyan flag value

- “Magenta” – adjust the magenta flag value

- “Yellow” – adjust the yellow flag value

- “Color Wheel” – select a color from the color wheel

- “Focus” – adjust the focus value

- “Strobe” – adjust the strobe

- “Dimmer” – adjust the dimmer intensity

- “Scene Time” – set the hold time for the scene

- “Input By Out” – this function will store a scene from an external DMX

console. See the next section for scene editing via an external DMX

controller.

Step 1B – Building Scenes from an External DMX Controller.

The fixture includes a simple built-in DMX recorder. This recorded allow you to build a scene

using your own DMX console and then send that scene to the fixture to be stored inside one

of the fixture scene storage banks. Many people may find this procedure easier and quicker

than using the on board menu functions as in “Step 1.” To store a scene from an external

DMX controller follow the procedures below:

- Using your DMX controller build and store scenes as you normally would.

- Once you have built all your required scenes, enter the fixtures main menu

and toggle to “Edit Programs” – “Edit Scenes”

- Using the UP and DOWN buttons to select a scene bank to store your scene.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 42 Design Spot 1200C™

You may choose a bank from 1 ~ 250.

- Once you reach your desired bank press the ENTER button and use the UP

and DOWN button to reach “Input by Outside”

- Next, select a scene on your DMX console and press the ENTER button on

the fixture. The scene should then be stored to the fixtures internal memory

EPROM.

- Follow the next section to build a program with your scenes.

Step 2 – Editing Programs.

The control will store a maximum of 10 programs. A program can store one or a maximum of

64 scenes. Keep in mind that a scene can only be access when it is stored inside one of the

10 available programs. Follow the procedure below to build an internal program:

• Access the main menu and toggle to “Edit Programs” which is menu function 8.

• Then tap the “ENTER” button and toggle to “Program 1” menu function 8-2-1.

• When you get to the “Program 1” function tap the “ENTER” button. The screen will

then change to Edit Steps 01, this will be menu function 8-2-1-1. Use the “UP” and

“DOWN” buttons to toggle through the scenes created in “Step 1.” Press the

“ENTER” button to add a scene to the program. Tapping the “Enter” button will

automatically lock the selected scene into the programs’ memory. Repeat the

process until all the desired scenes have been added to the program. Each program

can store a maximum of 64 scenes.

• To test the program access “Program Test” in the “Program Edit” menu function.

Step 3 – Playing a Program

To initiate a program follow the procedure below:

• Access the main menu and use the “Up” and “Down” to toggle to “Function Mode”

and tap the “Enter” button.

• In the next screen select “Auto Program” and tap the “Enter” button.

• There are now two selections, “Master” and “Alone.” Select “Master” when running

multiple fixtures in a master/slave configuration. See section 12.2 “Master/ Slave

Operation” on page 36 for proper set-up instructions. Select “Alone” when running a

single fixture or when multiple fixtures in stand-alone mode. See section 12.1

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 43 Design Spot 1200C™

“Stand-Alone Operation” on page 35 for proper set-up instructions.

A Master unit can send up to 3 different data groups to the Slave units, i.e. a Master unit can

start 3 different Slave units, which run 3 different programs. The Master unit sends the 3

program parts in a continuous loop.

The Slave unit receives data from the Master unit according to the group which the Slave

unit was assigned to. If e.g. a Slave unit is set to “Slave 1” in the menu “Set to Slave”, the

Master unit sends “Auto Program Part 1” to the Slave unit. If set to “Slave 2”, the Slave unit

receives “Auto Program Part 2”.

To start a Auto Program please proceed as follows:

1. Slave-Setting

• Select “Function Mode” by turning the encoder.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Select “Set to slave” by turning the encoder.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Turn the encoder to select “Slave 1”, “Slave 2” or “Slave 3”.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Press the Mode/Esc button in order to return to the main menu.

2. Automatic Program Run

• Select “Function Mode” by turning the encoder.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Select “Auto Program” by turning the encoder.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Turn the encoder to select “Master” or “Alone”. The selection "Alone" means Stand

Alone-mode and "Master" that the device is defined as master.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 44 Design Spot 1200C™

• Press the Mode/Esc button in order to return to the main menu.

3. Program selection for Auto Pro Part

• Select “Edit program” by turning the encoder.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Select “Select programs” by turning the encoder.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Turn the encoder to select “Auto Pro Part 1”, “Auto Pro Part 2” or “Auto Pro Part 3”, and

thus select which Slave program is to be sent. Selection “Part 1” means, that the

Slave unit runs the same program as the master units.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Press the Mode/Esc button in order to return to the main menu.

4. Program selection for Edit Program

• Select “Edit program” by turning the encoder.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Select “Edit program” by turning the encoder.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Turn the encoder to select the desired program. With this function you can edit specific

scenes into a specific program.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Press the Mode/Esc button in order to return to the main menu.

5. Automatic Scene Recording

• Select “Edit program” by turning the encoder.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Select “Edit scenes” by turning the encoder.

• Turn the encoder to select the desired scene numbers. You can program a maximum

number of 250 • Turn the encoder to select the desired scene numbers. You can

program a maximum number of 250 scenes.

• Press the Enter button to confirm.

• Press the Mode/Esc button in order to return to the main menu.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 45 Design Spot 1200C™

Example:

Program 2 includes scenes: 10, 11, 12, 13

Program 4 includes scenes: 8, 9, 10

Program 6 includes scenes: 12, 13, 14, 15, 16

Auto Pro Part 1 is Program 2;

Auto Pro Part 2 is Program 3;

Auto Pro Part 3 is Program 6

The 3 Slave groups run the Auto Program in certain time segments, as shown in the

following picture:

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 46 Design Spot 1200C™

15. DMX CHANNEL TRAITS:

The chart below details the channel layout for 26 DMX channels (default).

In 8bit mode the “Pan Fine” and “Tilt Fine” channels are not used, thus converting the fixture

into a 24-channel DMX fixture.

CHANNEL 1: Pan Movement (630° or 540˚ User Selectable)

CHANNEL 2: 16bit Pan Movement (pan fine)

CHANNEL 3: Tilt Movement (max. 265°)

CHANNEL 4: 16bit Tilt Movement (tilt fine)

CHANNEL 5: Color Wheel

CHANNEL 6: Cyan Filter

CHANNEL 7: Magenta Filter

CHANNEL 8: Yellow Filter

CHANNEL 9: Variable CTO Filter

CHANNEL 10: Gobo Wheel 1 – (Rotating)

CHANNEL 11: Gobo Wheel 1 Rotation

CHANNEL 12: Gobo Wheel 2 (Rotating)

CHANNEL 13: Gobo Wheel 2 Rotation

CHANNEL 14: Prism/Prism Macros

CHANNEL 15: Prism Indexing/Rotation

CHANNEL 16: Focus

CHANNEL 17: Variable Zoom

CHANNEL 18: Strobe (0-13Hz), and Shutter close/open function + random strobe

CHANNEL 19: Dimmer (Intensity) Control

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 47 Design Spot 1200C™

CHANNEL 20: Iris

CHANNEL 21: Frost

CHANNEL 22: Animation Wheel

CHANNEL 23: CMY/Dimmer Speed

CHANNEL 24: Movement Speed (Pan/Tilt movement, blackout selection)

CHANNEL 25: Color Macros

CHANNEL 26: Special (Auto program control + lamp on, motor reset, lamp switch off)

DMX channel function and values:

Mode/Channel

Value

Function

St

Ba

Ex

Pan Movement 8bit:

1 1 1

0-255

Pan Movement (630˚ or 540˚)

Pan Fine 16bit

2

2

0-255

Fine control of Pan movement

Tilt Movement 8bit:

3 2 3

0-255

Tilt Movement (260˚)

Tilt Fine 16bit

4

4

0-255

Fine control of Tilt movement

Color Wheel:

0-13

Open / white

14-27

Color 1

28-41

Color 2

42-55

Color 3

56-69

Color 4

70-83

Color 5

84-97

Color 6

98-111

Color 7

112-127

Color 8

128-189

Clockwise rainbow effect from fast to slow

190-193

No rotation

5 3 5

194-255

Counter-clockwise rainbow effect from slow to fast

Color Wheel Fine:

6

0-255

Color wheel change to any position (Split-Colors)

Cyan Color:

6 4 7

0-255

Cyan (0-white, 255-100% Cyan)

Cyan Color Fine:

8

0-255

Cyan Fine

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 48 Design Spot 1200C™

Magenta Color:

7 5 9

0-255

Magenta (0-white, 255-100% magenta)

Magenta Color Fine:

10

0-255

Magenta Fine

Yellow Color:

8 6 11

0-255

Yellow (0-white, 255-100% Yellow)

Yellow Color Fine:

12

0-255

Yellow Fine

CTO Color:

9 7 13

0-255

CTO (0-white, 255-100% CTO)

CTO Color Fine:

14

0-255

CTO Fine

Gobo Wheel 1 (Rotating):

0-9

Open

10-19

Gobo 1

20-29

Gobo 2

30-39

Gobo 3

40-49

Gobo 4

50-59

Gobo 5

60-69

Gobo 6

70-89

Gobo 1 shake slow to fast

90-109

Gobo 2 shake slow to fast

110-129

Gobo 3 shake slow to fast

130-149

Gobo 4 shake slow to fast

150-169

Gobo 5 shake slow to fast

170-189

Gobo 6 shake slow to fast

10 8 15

190-255

Clockwise gobo wheel rotation, slow to fast

Gobo Wheel 1 Indexing/Rotating (Coarse):

0-127

Gobo indexing

128-189

Clockwise gobo rotation from fast to slow

190-193

No rotation

11 9 16

194-255

Counter-Clockwise gobo rotation from slow to fast

Gobo Wheel 1 Indexing (Fine):

17

0-255

Fine indexing

Gobo Wheel 2 (Rotating):

0-9

Open

10-19

Gobo 1

20-29

Gobo 2

30-39

Gobo 3

12

10

18

40-49

Gobo 4

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 49 Design Spot 1200C™

50-59

Gobo 5

60-69

Gobo 6

70-89

Gobo 1 shake slow to fast

90-109

Gobo 2 shake slow to fast

110-129

Gobo 3 shake slow to fast

130-149

Gobo 4 shake slow to fast

150-169

Gobo 5 shake slow to fast

170-189

Gobo 6 shake slow to fast

190-255

Clockwise gobo wheel rotation, slow to fast

Gobo Wheel 2 Indexing/Rotating (Coarse):

0-127

Gobo indexing

128-189

Clockwise gobo rotation from fast to slow

190-193

No rotation

13

11

19

194-255

Counter-Clockwise gobo rotation from slow to fast

Gobo Wheel 2 Indexing (Fine):

20

0-255

Fine indexing

Prism / Gobo macros:

0-41

Open

42-83

3-Facet Prism

84-127

3D Prism

128-135

Macro 1

136-143

Macro 2

144-151

Macro 3

152-159

Macro 4

160-167

Macro 5

168-175

Macro 6

176-183

Macro 7

184-191

Macro 8

192-199

Macro 9

200-207

Macro 10

208-215

Macro 11

216-223

Macro 12

224-231

Macro 13

232-239

Macro 14

240-247

Macro 15

14

12

21

248-255

Macro 16

Prism indexing/rotation

0-127

Prism indexing

128-189

Clockwise prism rotation from fast to slow

15

13

22

190-193

No rotation

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 50 Design Spot 1200C™

194-255

Counter-Clockwise prism rotation from slow to fast

Prism indexing (Fine):

23

0-255

Fine indexing

Focus:

16

14

24

0-255

Continuous adjustment from near to far

Focus Fine:

25

0-255

Continuous adjustment Fine

Motorized Zoom:

17

15

26

0-255

Zoom adjustment from small to big

Motorized Zoom Fine:

27

0-255

Zoom adjustment Fine

Shutter, strobe:

0-31

Shutter closed

32-63

No function (shutter open)

64-95

Strobe effect slow to fast

96-127

No function (shutter open)

128-159

Pulse-effect in sequences

160-191

No function (shutter open)

192-223

Random strobe effect slow to fast

18

16

28

224-255

No function (shutter open)

Dimmer intensity:

19

17

29

0-255

Intensity 0 to 100%

Fine Dimmer intensity:

30

0-255

Dimmer intensity fine

Iris:

0-191

Maximum diameter to Minimum diameter

192-223

Pulse opening fast to slow

20

18

31

224-255

Pulse closing slow to fast

Iris Fine:

32

0-255

Iris Fine

Frost:

21

19

33

0-255

Frost 0~100%

Animation wheel:

0-7

Off (Open)

8-127

Clockwise rotation from fast to slow

128-135

No rotation

22

20

34

136-255

Counter-clockwise rotation from slow to fast

CMY & Color Macro Speed:

23

21

35

0-255

Speed Max －>Min

24

22

36

Pan/Tilt Movement Speed:

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 51 Design Spot 1200C™

0-225

Maximum to minimum speed

226-235

Blackout with movement – shutter closes with pan & tilt movements

236-245

Blackout when any internal wheel changes position

246-255

No function

Color Macros (CMY flags and color wheel):

0-7

OFF

8-15

Macro1

16-23

Macro2

24-31

Macro3

32-39

Macro4

40-47

Macro5

48-55

Macro6

56-63

Macro7

64-71

Macro8

72-79

Macro9

80-87

Macro10

88-95

Macro11

96-103

Macro12

104-111

Macro13

112-119

Macro14

120-127

Macro15

128-135

Macro16

136-143

Macro17

144-151

Macro18

152-159

Macro19

160-167

Macro20

168-175

Macro21

176-183

Macro22

184-191

Macro23

192-199

Macro24

200-207

Macro25

208-215

Macro26

216-223

Macro27

224-231

Macro28

232-239

Macro29

240-247

Macro30

25

23

37

248-255

Random CMY

Lamp on/off, reset, internal programs:

0-19

Color & gobo change normal

26

24

38

20-29

Color change to any position

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 52 Design Spot 1200C™

30-39

Color & gobo change to any position

40-59

Lamp on

60-79

Lamp switch off

80-84

All motors reset

85-87

Pan & Tilt motors reset

88-90

Color wheels reset

91-93

Gobo motors reset

94-96

Shutter & Dimmer motors reset

97-99

All other motors reset

100-119

Internal program 1 (secne1~8 of EEPROM)

120-139

Internal program 2 (secne9~16 of EEPROM)

140-159

Internal program 3 (secne17~24 of EEPROM)

160-179

Internal program 4 (secne25~32 of EEPROM)

180-199

Internal program 5 (secne33~40 of EEPROM)

200-219

Internal program 6 (secne41~48 of EEPROM)

220-239

Internal program 7 (secne49~56 of EEPROM)

240-255

Music Control (scene of Program 1)

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 53 Design Spot 1200C™

16. FUSE REPLACEMENT

The Design Spot 1200C has two external protective fuses. One fuse protects the internal

electronics and the other protects the lamp circuitry.

Refer to page 11 for fuse holder location.

Fuse 1, Lamp Fuse: GMA 220v/10A

Fuse 2, Electronics Fuse: GMA 220v/2A

Caution: 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 damage your unit and will void your manufactures warranty.

Warning: If you continue to blow fuses, STOP using the fixture. 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 from the main power supply.

Once the cord has been removed located the fuse holders located on the side panel near

the power input connection. Using a flat-head screwdriver unlock the fuse holder from its’

housing by turning the holder in a counter-clockwise direction. Once the fuse holder has

been unlocked, pull back on the fuse holder to expose the fuse. Gently pull out the bad fuse

and discard of it properly and replace it with an exact match. Reassemble in reverse order.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 54 Design Spot 1200C™

17. ERROR CODES:

When power is applied, the unit will automatically enter a “reset/test” mode. This mode

brings all the internal motors to a home position. If there is an internal problem with one or

more of the motors an error code will flash in the display in the form of “XX er” were as XX

will represent the motor function with an error. For example, when the display shows “Tilt Er,”

it means there is some type of error with the tilt motor. If there are multiple errors during the

start-up process they will all flash in the display. For example: if the fixtures has errors with

the pan, tilt, and shutter motors all at the same time, you will see the error message “Pan Er,”

“Tilt Er,” and ”Shutter Er” flash repeated 5 times.

If an error does occur during the initial start-up procedure the fixture will self-generate a

second reset signal and try to realign all the motors and correct the errors, if the error persist

after a second attempt a third attempt will be made.

If after a third attempt all the errors have not been corrected the fixture will make the

following determinations: 1) 3 or more errors - The fixture cannot function properly with three

or more errors therefore the fixture will place itself in a stand-by mode until subsequent

repairs can be made. 2) Less than 3 errors - The fixture has less than 3 errors, therefore

most other functions will work properly. The fixture will attempt to operate normally until the

errors can be correct by a technician. The errors in question will remain flashing in the

display as a reminder of internal errors.

Pan Er

The Pan motors are not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the head’s pan magnetic-indexing circuit

malfunctions (sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper

motor’s IC driver has failed.

Tilt Er

The Tilt motors are not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the head’s tilt magnetic-indexing circuit

malfunctions (sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 55 Design Spot 1200C™

motor’s IC driver has failed.

Gobo 1 Er

Gobo wheel 1 is not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions

(sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper motor’s IC

driver has failed for gobo wheel 1.

Gobo rotation 1 Er

Gobo wheel 1 indexing error.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions

(sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper motor’s IC

driver has failed for gobo wheel 1’s indexing mechanism.

Gobo 2 Er

Gobo wheel 2 is not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions

(sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper motor’s IC

driver has failed for gobo wheel 2.

Gobo rotation 2 Er

Gobo wheel 2 indexing error.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions

(sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper motor’s IC

driver has failed for gobo wheel 2’s indexing mechanism.

Cyan Color Er

Cyan color flag is not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions

(sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper motor’s IC

driver has failed for the cyan motor.

Magenta Color Er

Magenta color flag is not located in the home position after the reset.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 56 Design Spot 1200C™

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions

(sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper motor’s IC

driver has failed for the magenta motor.

Yellow Color Er

Yellow color flag is not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions

(sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper motor’s IC

driver has failed for the yellow motor.

CTO color Er

CTO filter flag is not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions

(sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper motor’s IC

driver has failed for the CTO filter motor.

Color wheel Er

Color wheel is not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions

(sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper motor’s IC

driver has failed for the color wheel.

Focus Er

The focus motor is not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the head’s focus magnetic-indexing circuit

malfunctions (sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper

motor’s IC driver has failed.

Zoom Er

The zoom motor is not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the head’s zoom magnetic-indexing circuit

malfunctions (sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper

motor’s IC driver has failed.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 57 Design Spot 1200C™

Iris Er

The iris motor is not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the fixture’s iris magnetic-indexing circuit

malfunctions (sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a stepper

motor’s IC driver has failed.

Fire Wheel Er (Animation/Effect wheel error)

The animation motors are not located in the home position after the reset.

This message will appear after a fixture rest if the fixture’s animation magnetic-indexing

circuit malfunctions (sensor failed or magnet missing), the stepper motor is defective, or a

stepper motor’s IC driver has failed.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 58 Design Spot 1200C™

18. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

The following points have to be considered during the inspection:

1. 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 as larger parts could fall.

2. There must not be any deformations on the housing, color lenses, rigging hardware

and rigging points (ceiling, suspension, trussing). Deformations in the housing could

allow for UV radiation leakage. Damaged rigging points or unsecured rigging could

cause the unit to fall and serious injure a person.

3. All mechanical parts and motors should not show any traces of serious wear and

should rotate freely.

4. Electric power supply cables must not show any damage, material fatigue or

sediments. Never remove the ground prong from the power cable.

Further instructions depending on installation and usage have to be adhered by a skilled

installer and any safety problems should be addressed before attempting operation.

We recommend frequent cleaning of the fixture to ensure operational longevity and crisp

light output. When cleaning, please use a moist, lint-free cloth. Never use alcohol or

solvents.

There are no user serviceable parts inside this fixture with the exception of the lamp. Please

refer all other service related issues to an authorized Elation service technician.

Should you decide to service the fixture yourself please order genuine Elation parts directly

from Elation.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 59 Design Spot 1200C™

19. Photometric Data:

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 60 Design Spot 1200C™

20. DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS:

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 61 Design Spot 1200C™

21. CIRCUIT SCHEMATIC

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 62 Design Spot 1200C™

22. 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 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 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 what so ever 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

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 instruction manual.

D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, cleaning

or periodic check-up. During the period 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

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 63 Design Spot 1200C™

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 fitness, are limited in duration to the

warranty period set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or implied, including

warranties of merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said period has

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 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

conditions heretofore published.

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 64 Design Spot 1200C™

23. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply
Power Supply

Optional input: 208V,220V,230V,240V
Optional Hz:50Hz,60Hz

Power consumption

1500 Watt, 8.5 A, electronic ballast, (blind current compensated)

Fuse protection

Lamp: 220V = 10A/250V, GMA (5x20mm fine-wire fuse)
Electronics: 220V = 10A/250V, GMA (5x20mm fine-wire fuse)

Lamp
Type

Philips Gold MSR 1200 FastFit

Life time

750 Hrs

Color temperature

6300˚ K

Luminous flux

95,000 lm

Optical system

Parabolic dichroic glass reflector
Lenses hardened and tempered, anti-reflex coated

Color Wheel

Color-wheel 1: 4 interchangeable dichroic glass colored filters plus "open"
Color-wheel 2: 2 interchangeable dichroic glass colored filters plus UV, CTB, & "open"

CMY Color mixing unit

Cyan color filter 0 - 100%
Magenta color filter 0 - 100%
Yellow color filter 0 - 100%

Shutter / Strobe / Dimmer

Strobe effect with variable speed 1 - 10 flashes per second
Continuously mechanical dimmer 0 - 100%

Focus

Motor driven focus from near to far away

Zoom

Zoom range 16° - 41°

DMX Channels

26 (16bit – default) or 24 (8bit – user selectable) or 38 (extended mode)

Drive

Standard DMX-512, 3 pole XLR; [+] = Pin 3 [-] = Pin 2 [Ground] = Pin 1 or 5 pole XLR; n/a = Pin
5, n/a = Pin 4, [+] = Pin 3, [-] = Pin 2, [Ground] = Pin 1

Starting DMX [001].

Pan / Tilt
Pan - movement

630° in max. 2.0 seconds, 16 bit resolution

Tilt - movement

265° in max. 1.5 seconds, 16 bit resolution

Weights and Measures
Width of the base

394mm / 15.5 inches (470mm / 18.5 inches including handles)

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 65 Design Spot 1200C™

Length of the base

367mm / 14.5 inches

Width of Head

279mm / 11 inches

Height (head vertical)

641.5mm / 25.25 inches
Weight (net)

35.5 kgs / 78.35 Lbs

Operating Noise Levels (Base level 46.8dB)
Mode: Auto

1m = 64 dB

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 66 Design Spot 1200C™

Design Spot 1200C™

©Elation Professional® 67 Design Spot 1200C™

Rev. 1/6/2009-visage