Elation Professional E Spot LED User Manual

Rev. 3/11/2010 – visage Version 1.0

E Spot Led™

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Elation Professional 6122 S Eastern Ave

Los Angeles, Ca 90040

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CONTENTS

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

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

b. Unpacking………………………………………………………..…………..….. 4

c. Customer Support…………………………………………….………………… 4

d. Warranty Registration……………………………………………………..……. 5

2. Safety Instructions………………………………………………………........…………. 6

3. Features…………………………………………………………………………………… 7

4. General Guidelines………………………………………………………………………. 8

5. Fixture Overview…………………………………………………………………………. 9

6. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….…….. 12

a. Mounting Positions……………………………………………………………… 12

b. Mounting Points…………………………………………………………………. 13

c. Securing………………………………………………………………………….. 14

7. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………... 15

a. DMX Cable Requirements……..………………………………………………. 15

b. DMX Terminator…………………………………………………………………. 17

c. 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion………………………………………………………. 17

8. Fixture Menu……………………………………………………………………………… 19

a. Menu functions………………………………………………………………….. 21

9. DMX Addressing..…………………………………………………………….. ………….29

10. DMX Channel Traits…...….…………………………………………………………….. 38

a. DMX Channel Values…………………………………………………………… 39

11. Error Codes………………………………………………………………………………. 41

12. Cleaning and Maintenance……………………………………………………………… 42

13. Photometric Data………………………………………………………………………….43

14. Gobos

15. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 45

16. Circuit Schematic………...………………………………………………………………. 46

17. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 49

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION

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

reliable lighting fixtures on the market today! The E Spot Led,™ 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 E Spot Led™ by Elation Professional®. Every E

Spot Led™ 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 assistance.

Please do not return this unit to your dealer without first contacting customer support at the

number listed below.

Inside the box you should find: the E Spot, a DMX cable, a safety cable, two omega clamps

and this manual. Please contact customer support at the number listed below if any items

are missing.

During initial fixture start-up, the fixture may omit some light smoke or release a slight burning smell. This is a normal process and should decrease gradually.

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: (323) 582-3322

Fax: (323) 832-9142

E-mail: support@elationlighting.com

Forum: www.ElationLighting.com/forum

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

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rain or moisture.

Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs

yourself, doing so will void your manufactures warranty.

Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please save for return shipping in the

event service is ever needed or recycle the container whenever possible.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The E Spot Led™ 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 (323) 582-3322.

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

source at all times.

Never open this fixture while in use!

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

grounded properly.

All electrical connections must be performed by qualified personal.

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.

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

the cord.

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The E Spot Led™ is an extremely sophisticated piece of electronic equipment. To guarantee a trouble free operation, it is important to follow the guidelines in this manual. Elation 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 personnel

injuries and/or damage to the fixture.

3. Be sure to unplug the E Spot Led™ from the power outlet before performing any

service or cleaning related issues.

4. Never look directly into the light source. You risk injury to your retina, which may

induce blindness.

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

manual. Operating the E Spot Led™ without suited safety aids such as safety

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

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

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

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

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

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

frayed.

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

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.

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3. FEATURES

• Pan 540° or 630˚ (User selectable) / Tilt 270°

• 15˚ Beam Angle

• Low Power Consumption

• 60 WATT White LED Source (Over 2,200 lumens from a single chip)

• 60,000 hours rated LED life

• Color Wheel: 8 colors plus white, with rainbow effect

• Rotating gobo wheel with 7 rotating gobos plus open, all gobos can be easily

replaceable and gobo indexing

• Prism and Prism Rotation, with 16 prism macros (Indexable)

• Flicker-free operation for television and film

• 3 operation mode: DMX controlled, stand alone or sound activated

• Strobe effect: 0~18 flashes per second or random strobe

• 0%~100% Dimming (two dimming options; linear & standard)

• Electronic menu display

• Control board with full LCD character display and foil-keyboard

• RDMX (Remote DMX addressing from any DMX console)

• Auto test for all functions

• Automatic Pan/Tilt Correction

• USITT DMX-512 Complaint (3-pin and 5-pin DMX Connections)

• Value of each DMX-channel can be displayed

• Minimal heat emission

• Maintenance free operation

• Preprogrammed colored macros

• Electronic power supply (100v~240V 50/60Hz)

• 8 built-in programs accessed via DMX-controller or manually

• Built-in DMX recorder - via the control board or external controller, up to 64 scenes

can be saved and then can be run in Stand Alone or sound activated.

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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.

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 0.5 meter (about 1.5ft).

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;

most damages are the result of operations by nonprofessionals.

Please use the original packaging to transport the fixture in for service.

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5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW

1. LED Assembly

2. LCD Menu Display

3. Mode/Esc Button

4. Up Button

5. Down Button

6. Enter Button

7. Microphone

8. Carrying Handle

9. 3-Pin DMX Output

10. 3-Pin DMX Input

11. 5-Pin DMX Output

12. 5-Pin DMX Input

13. Power Switch

15. Fuse Holder

16. Power Cord

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1. LED–Extremely high optical LED output, Over 2,200 lumens from a sin-gle chip (White)

2. LED Menu Display - 4-segment menu display. Used to display the DMX address as

well as all other menu functions.

3. Mode/Esc Button - This button is used to access the menu functions.

4. Up Button – The up button is used to toggle forward through the menu functions and

settings.

5. Down Button – The down button is used to toggle backwards through the menu

functions and settings.

6. Enter Button – The enter button is used to enter in to a certain menu function or to lock

a function into memory.

7. Microphone – Internal microphone is used to trigger built-in scenes to sound.

8. Carrying Handle – Please use this intergraded handled to move the fixture form

location to location. Never carry the fixture by the head.

9. 3-Pin DMX Output Jack – This jack is used to send an incoming DMX signal to the next

fixture in the DMX chain via a female, 3-pin XLR jack.

10. 3-PIN DMX Input Jack – This jack accepts an incoming DMX signal via a male, 3-pin

XLR jack.

11. 5-Pin DMX Output Jack – This jack is used to send an incoming DMX signal to the next

fixture in the DMX chain via a female, 3-pin XLR jack.

12. 5-PIN DMX Input Jack – This jack accepts an incoming DMX signal via a male, 5-pin

XLR jack.

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13. Power Switch – Controls main power to the unit.

14. Fuse Holder Assembly – This assembly houses the 4amp GMA safety fuse. Always

replace the fuse with an exact match unless otherwise specified by an authorized Elation

Service Technician. Using a fuse other than that specified could seriously damage the

unit and will void your manufactures warranty.

15. Power Cord – Plug into an appropriate power outlet to provide main power to the

fixture.

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6. MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION

Cautions:

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

areas were the fixture might be reached by unauthorized personal.

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!

When install the fixture be sure there is no highly inflammable

material within a distance of .5m (1.5 feet)

Mounting

The E Spot Led™ is fully operational in two different mounting positions, hanging

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

Never mount the fixture on its’ side in any type of installation. Be sure this fixture is kept at

least 0.5m (1.5 feet) 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 staff should attempt installation.

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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

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The E Spot Led™ provides a unique mounting bracket assembly that integrates the bottom of

the base, the included “Omega Bracket,” and the safety cable rigging point in one unit (see

the illustration below). When mounting this fixture to truss be sure to secure an appropriately

rated clamp to the included omega bracket using a M10 screw fitted through the center hole

of the “omega bracket”. As an added safety measure be sure to attached at least one

properly rated safety cable to the fixture using the safety cable rigging point integrated in the

base assembly

Securing the E Spot Led™

Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your E Spot Led™ 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.

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7. UNDERSTANDING DMX

DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol used by most

lighting and controller manufactures as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures

and controllers. 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” XLR

terminals 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. Never split a DMX line with a “Y” style connector. 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 E Spot Led™

can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The E Spot Led™ is a 14-channel DMX fixture. The

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

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

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.

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the Elation Opto Branch 4™ or DMX Branch/4™.

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.

DMX-512 control connection

Connect the provided XLR cable to the female 3-pin XLR output of your controller and the

other side to the male 3-pin XLR input of the moving head (Please refer to the diagram

below.). You can chain multiple moving heads together through serial linking. The cable that

should be used is two conductor, shielded DMX cable with XLR input and output connectors.

Always be sure daisy chain your in and out data connections, never split or “Y” your DMX

connections unless you are using an approved DMX splitter such as the Elation Opto Branch

4™ or DMX Branch/4™.

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