ETC Source Four Revolution with Wybron User Manual

With Wybron Inside
User Manual

Rev B
November 2007

The Source Four Revolution high performance automated ellipsoidal spotlight is intended for professional
use only. Read entire User Manual before using equipment.

Copyright © 2007. Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.

All rights reserved.

Product information and specifications subject to change.

Part Number:

Released: November 2007

7160M1210

Rev B

ACCREDITATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (from ETL SEMKO : www.usa.etlsemko.com

)

ETL SEMKO is recognized by OSHA in the U.S. as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory.
ETL tests to standards developed or approved by the American National Standards Institute
(ANSI), Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and others. O ther notable accreditations include the
American Association of Laboratories Accreditations (A2LA), American National Standards
Institute (ANST), International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), and the International
Electrotechnical Commission of Electrical Equipment (IECEE). ETL a lso has accreditations and
recognitions from around the globe. Visit www.etlsemko.com/accred.html

for a complete listing.

ETC, Source Four, Revolution, and QXL are registered trademarks of Electronic Theatre
Controls, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or service marks
of their respective owners.

The Source Four Revolution fixture is protected by one or more of the following patents, and
other pending patent applications worldwide:

US Patent # 6,628,089 B2, 6,932,491, 6,979,106, 6 ,902,302, 6,939,026, 6,903,531, 7,033,047
and US Design Patent #D477,885 S

USRE36,316

GB05952589

DE0592589

JP2,501772

Patents Pending

ETC int en ds this document, whet he r printed or e lectr onic, to be prov ided in its en ti rety.

Table of Contents

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Power and Data cabling requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installation procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Connections and Addressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Power-up Procedure and Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Power-down Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Control Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Reset Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Timing Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Removing and Replacing Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Blank Module (BM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Iris Module (IM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Shutter Module (SM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Static Wheel Module (SWM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Controlling the Static Wheel Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Rotating Wheel Module (RWM). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Controlling the Rotating Wheel Module . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Replacing Gobos and Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Scroller Cartridges and Beam Containment Devices . .26

Gel Strings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Internal Media Frame (IMF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Changing and Adjusting the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Adjusting Belt Tensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Internal Test Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Photometric Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Table of Contents i

Specifications

Physical

• Die cast aluminum construction • High strength yoke for hanging in any orientation

• Rugged plastic covers for field-serviceable areas • See Dimensions and Hanging Clearances, page 6

• CE compliant and ETL tested to UL 1573 standards • See Fixture Weight, page 7

Electrical

• 100V-240VAC, 50/60Hz

• Electronics and internal dimmer are auto-ranging for
world-wide use

Lamp

• QXL™ 750W/77V Maximum

• QXL - Quick eXchange Lamp provides one-handed
replacement in seconds and disconnects lamp power
automatically (Patent Pending)

Optical

• 15° - 35° zoom range

• Dual aspheric zoom lens system with deposition
anti-reflective coating

• Faceted borosilicate reflector with multi-layer dichroic
coating

• 95% of visible light reflected through the optical train

• Power input via PowerCon

• Ultra compact tungsten filament geometry contained in
a Krypton/Xenon quartz envelope

• 90% of infrared (I/R heat) removed from projected light
beam

• Reflector secured with anti-vibration shock mounts

• Low gate and beam temperature

• Tool-free lamp centering (X/Y) and peak/flat (Z)
adjustment knobs

®

connector

Standard Features

• Integral 24-frame color scroller with a quick-change

• Integral Pulse Width Modulated 0-77VAC Dimmer

• 540° Pan / 270° Tilt • Accessory slot with retainer

• Zoom Optics

• Soft to crisp focus for gobos

• QuietDrive™ low-noise motor control technology
(Patent Pending)

• Advanced cooling design for ultra-quiet operation • DMX512-A compliant

scroller cartridge, ships with the ETC 12-color standard
gel string

• Internal Media Frame for insertion of diffusion or color
media into beam

• Two module bays for the tool-free addition of optional
features

• Rotary switch address assignment requires no fixture
power for addressing, allows access to internal test
functions

Optional Modules

• Auto-sensing plug-and-play modules for additional
features

• Iris Module - for beam size control down to 2.5°

• Shutter Module - four blades with 90° rotation for full­function framing

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• Static Wheel Module - three positions plus open for M­size glass or metal gobos and filters

• Rotating Wheel Module - three positions plus open for
M-size glass or metal gobos and filters, indexes with
16-bit accuracy

Overview

Congratulations on your purchase of the Source Four® Revolution™ fixture. Source Four
Revolution has been engineered for maximum performance with minimum cost. Your
Source Four comes with WYBRON INSIDE. ETC engineers worked with Wybron engineers
to bring ColoRam accuracy to Revolution's 24-frame color scroller. Every venue—from high
school auditoriums to Broadway shows and national theatres—can have the power of
automated lighting with Source Four and Wybron quality.

The Source Four Revolution fixture is a modular, automated ellipsoidal reflector spotlight.
The base model includes zoom optics, a color scroller with a standard gel scroll, blank
modules and the internal media frame for diffusion media or color correction. Optional
modules include the iris module, the shutter module, the static wheel and rotating wheel
modules which can be fitted with gobos or dichroic color filters.

If you have questions about your Source Four Revolution fixture that are not answered in
this manual, please contact the supplier of your ETC equipment or ETC Technical Services.

Americas United Kingdom

Electronic Theatre Controls Inc. Electronic Theatre Controls Ltd.
Technical Services Department Technical Services Department
3031 Pleasant View Road 26-28 Victoria Industrial Estate
Middleton, WI 53562 Victoria Road,
800-775-4382 (USA, toll-free) London W3 6UU England
[phone] [phone]
[e-mail] [e-mail]

Asia Germany

Electronic Theatre Controls Asia, Ltd. Electronic Theatre Controls GmbH
Technical Services Department Technical Services Department
Room 1801, 18/F Ohmstrasse 3
Tower 1, Phase 1 Enterprise Square 83607 Holzkirchen, Germany
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[e-mail]

Please email comments about this manual to: [e-mail]

Overview 1

Document Conventions

Throughout this manual, the following are used to alert you to notes and safety notices.

Note:

Notes are helpful hints and information that is supplemental to the main text.

CAUTION:

WARNING:

WARNING:

A Caution statement indicates situations where there may be undefined or
unwanted consequences of an action, potential for data loss or an equipment
problem.

A Warning statement indicates situations where damage may occur,
people may be harmed, or there are serious or dangerous consequences
of an action.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! This warning statement indicates situations
where there is a risk of electric shock.

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Safety

The Source Four Revolution high performance automated ellipsoidal spotlight is intended
for professional use only. Read entire User Manual before using equipment.

Please note the following safety notices before use:

WARNING:

0.7m

Note the following safety warnings before use:

• Do not mount the Source Four Revolution fixture on or near a flammable surface.

• Use the fixture in dry locations only, where humidity does not exceed 90 percent (non­condensing). Fixture is not intended for outdoor use.

• Mount and support the fixture only by the primary suspension holes in the upper
enclosure.

• Suspend the fixture from a suitable structure using a minimum of two hook clamps
secured with tightened steel bolts (12 mm (1/2") Ø), washers and locking nuts.

• In addition to primary suspension, attach a safety cable (ETC Model 400SC or other
approved safety cable or device) to the handles of the fixture’s upper enclosure.

• Always replace the lamp if it becomes damaged or thermally deformed.

• Keep the luminaire at least 0.7m (28") away from anything it is illuminating. Objects lit
at this distance or greater will not exceed 90°C (194°F) temperature from projected
light.

• Disconnect the unit from power before all cleaning and maintenance.

• Maximum ambient temperature: Ta=45°C (113°F)

• Maximum exterior surface temperature: T

• External Temperature after 5 minutes of operation: 35°C (95°F)

• External Temperature (steady state achieved): 270°C (518°F)

ax=270°C (518°F)

m

Overview 3

Installation

Push

1

2

3

4

5

Power and Data cabling requirements

The Source Four Revolution fixture operates on AC power, 100-240VAC/50-60Hz, and
consumes a maximum of 900 watts. You may use a circuit powered through an SCR
dimmer, as long as the dimmer is set to unregulated non-dim (switched) operation.

The Source Four Revolution operates on DMX control signal. The unit is supplied with a
5-pin XLR DMX input connector and a 5-pin DMX Thru connector. DMX cables should be
acceptable for DMX data transmission (not microphone cable) and should follow the
standard pinout. The optional secondary data pair is not used by the Source Four
Revolution fixture. On pre-2007 fixtures, termination is required after the last fixture on a
DMX data line. Revolutions built in 2007 or later are equipped with self-terminating
connectors.

DMX512 pinout for five-pin XLR female

1 Common (Shield)
2 Data –
3 Data +
4 not connected
5 not connected

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Installation procedures

330mm (13.0”)

295mm (11.6”)

123mm (4.85”)

246mm (9.7”)

123mm (4.85”)

Installing hanging hardware

The Source Four Revolution fixture’s upper enclosure provides six bolt holes for installation
of hanging hardware. Suspend the fixture from a suitable structure using a minimum of two
hook clamps secured with tightened steel bolts (12 mm (1/2”) Ø), washers and locking nuts.

Overview 5

Dimensions and Hanging Clearances

Distance between
upper enclosure
and pipe is
variable (hanging
hardware
dependent).

454mm
(17.9")

856mm
(33.7")

317mm
(12.5")

400mm
(15.7")

344mm
(13.5")

619mm
(24.4")

116mm
(4.6")

394mm
(15.5")

775mm
(30.5")

856mm
(33.7")

713mm
(28.1")

762mm
(30.0")

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Safety Cable

The safety cable (or other approved safety device) should be secured to one of the handles
on the upper enclosure, wrapped around the hanging structure (pipe), then secured to the
other handle on the upper enclosure. Take care to leave as little slack as possible in the
safety cable to avoid the cable catching the yoke of the fixture.

Fixture Weight

Total weight depends on how the individual fixture is configured. Use the table below to
calculate the total weight of your fixture.

Device Weight Device Weight

Base Fixture 74 lb 33.6 kg Static Wheel Module 3 lb 1.4 kg

Blank Module 1.8 lb 0.7 kg

Iris Module 3 lb 1.4 kg Shutter Module 10.4 lb 4.7 kg

Rotating Wheel
Module

3.7 lb 1.7 kg

Overview 7

Connections and Addressing

I

O

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

AC Input
(Neutrik

®

PowerCon®

connector)

Power Switch and
Breaker

DMX Input

DMX Thru

Thumbwheels

Front Bay

Rear Bay

Tilt Lock

Pan Lock

LEDs

Connect AC input power and DMX data cables to the appropriate ports as shown below.
Connect the incoming DMX data cable to the DMX Input connector. If you are daisy­chaining the data to other fixtures or DMX-controlled devices, connect the next DMX cable
to the DMX Thru connector. Revolutions built prior to 2007 (Part Number 7160A1002)
require that the last fixture on a DMX line be terminated with a 100Ω resistor between pins
2 and 3. Revolutions built in 2007 or after are self-terminating and do not require
termination. If both types are used on the same DMX line, it is recommended that the line
be terminated.

Use the three thumbwheels on the upper enclosure to set the starting address for the
fixture. Addresses must be set between 1-481. The fixture will report an error if the address
is set to 482 or above. See Control, page 10, for channel mapping.

Note:

Revolution is a 31-channel fixture. A fixture with a starting address higher than 481 will
not have control of all parameters.

Connect the AC Input cable:

Align and insert the power connector. Twist the connector clockwise until it locks into place.

Disconnect the AC Input cable:

Slide back the locking tab, twist the connector counterclockwise and pull to unlock and
disconnect the power connector.

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Power-up Procedure and Calibration

Move the power switch/breaker to the “on” position to apply power to the fixture.

CAUTION:

On power-up, the fixture will perform a series of movements to calibrate its motorized
functions. Once the calibration process has completed, the fixture’s motors will end in the
position determined by the incoming DMX signal. If no signal is present, the fixture’s
functions will rest at the position of a DMX level of zero.

The Source Four Revolution fixture is provided with pan and tilt locks for your
convenience when working on the fixture. The pan lock is located on the upper
enclosure and the tilt lock is located on the tilt side yoke leg. Ensure that the pan
and tilt locks are disengaged before applying power to your fixture.

Power-down Procedure

Move the power switch/breaker to the “off” position.

It is recommended that you allow the fixture to run for at least five minutes with the lamp off
prior to removing power.

CAUTION:

If you are packing-up your fixture for travel, do not pack the fixture with the yoke
against the pan stop, or with the pan and tilt lock engaged. Pan and tilt locks

are provided for fixture maintenance only and are not to be engaged during
shipment. This will damage the end stop(s) and will prevent your fixture from
calibrating correctly in the future.

Overview 9

Control

The Source Four Revolution fixture can take as few as 14 and up to 31 DMX channels to
operate. The table below describes the order and function of each address, as well as
which parameters are affected by the timing channels.

Timing channels give you the option to have the fixture calculate parameter movement over
time, instead of using DMX fades and cue timing. Using timing channels may produce
smoother movement of parameters (see Timing Channels, page 14).

Fixture personalities can be found at ETC’s website: www.etcconnect.com

DMX Base Unit Base + Modules Base + Framing

1 Intensity Intensity Intensity
2 Pan (Coarse) Pan (Coarse) Pan (Coarse) F
3 Pan (Fine) Pan (Fine) Pan (Fine) F
4 Tilt (Coarse) Tilt (Coarse) Tilt (Coarse) F
5 Tilt (Fine) Tilt (Fine) Tilt (Fine) F
6 Internal Media Frame Internal Media Frame Internal Media Frame
7 Focus Focus Focus B
8 Zoom Zoom Zoom B
9 Focus Timing (F) Focus Timing (F) Focus Timing (F)
10 Color Timing (C) Color Timing (C) Color Timing (C)
11 Beam Timing (B) Beam Timing (B) Beam Timing (B)
12 Reset Reset Reset
13 Gel Scroller Gel Scroller Gel Scroller C
14 Fan Speed Control Fan Speed Control Fan Speed Control
15 Iris Iris B
16 Front Bay Wheel Position Front Bay Wheel Position B
17 Front Bay Wheel Function Front Bay Wheel Function B

18

19

Front Bay Wheel Index/
Rotation (Coarse)

Front Bay Wheel Index/
Rotation (Fine)

Front Bay Wheel Index/
Rotation (Coarse)

Front Bay Wheel Index/

Rotation (Fine)
20 Rear Bay Wheel Position Reserved B
21 Rear Bay Wheel Function* Reserved B

22

23

Rear Bay Wheel Index/
Rotation (Coarse)

a

Rear Bay Wheel Index/
Rotation (Fine)

a

Reserved B

Reserved B

24 #1 Shutter In B
25 #1 Shutter Rotate B
26 #2 Shutter In B
27 #2 Shutter Rotate B
28 #3 Shutter In B
29 #3 Shutter Rotate B
30 #4 Shutter In B
31 #4 Shutter Rotate B

a) Prolonged use of the Rotating Wheel Module in the Rear Bay may cause the belt within the module to degrade. To

ensure peak performance of the RWM, use it in the Front Bay.

Timing

Channel

B

B

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Control Values

Standard 12-Color Gel String

.

Frame

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

Gel Number

Clear R00 0 0 40111

R33

R13 Straw Tint 13 22 18 34 57 45
R57 Lavender 22 31 27 57 79 68
R348 Purple Jazz 31 40 36 79 102 91
R343 Neon Pink 40 49 45 102 125 113
R23 Orange 49 58 54 125 148 136
R371 Theatre Booster 1 58 67 63 148 172 160

R361

R83 Medium Blue 76 85 81 195 219 207
R26 Light Red 85 94 90 219 242 230
R89 Moss Green 94 100 100 242 255 254

a) R = Roscolux and Rosco Supergel numbers.
b) Rosco donates the proceeds for Hemsley Blue to the Hemsley Foundation.

16-Color Gel String

a

No Color Pink 4 13 9113422

Hemsley Blue

Color

Percent

Start

b

67 76 72 172 195 183

Percent

End

Percent

Center

Frame

DMX
Start

DMX

End

DMX

Center

Frame

Frame

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

Percent

Start

Percent

End

Percent

Center

Frame

DMX Start DMX End

030081
310682517
10 16 13 25 41 33
16 22 19 41 58 49
22 29 26 58 74 66
29 36 32 74 91 82
36 42 39 91 107 99
42 49 45 107 124 116
49 56 52 124 141 133
56 62 59 141 158 150
62 69 66 158 175 167
69 76 72 175 193 184
76 82 79 193 210 201
82 89 86 210 227 218
89 96 93 227 245 236
96 100 100 245 255 253

DMX

Center

Frame

Overview 11

20-Color Gel String

Frame

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

Percent

Start

Percent

End

Percent

Center

Frame

DMX Start DMX End

030061
38561913
81310 19 32 26
13 18 15 32 45 39
18 23 20 45 58 51
23 28 25 58 71 65
28 33 31 71 84 78
33 38 36 84 97 90
38 43 41 97 110 104
43 49 46 110 124 116
49 54 51 124 137 130
54 59 57 137 151 144
59 65 62 151 164 158
65 70 67 164 178 171
70 75 72 178 191 185
75 81 78 191 205 198
81 86 83 205 219 212
86 91 89 219 233 226
91 97 94 233 247 240
97 100 100 247 255 254

DMX

Center

Frame

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24-Color Gel String

Frame

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

Percent

Start

Percent

End

Percent

Center

Frame

DMX Start DMX End

020051
26451611
6108162621
10 14 12 26 36 32
14 18 16 36 47 42
18 22 20 47 58 53
22 27 25 58 68 63
27 31 29 68 79 74
31 35 33 79 90 84
35 39 37 90 101 96
39 44 42 101 112 106
44 48 46 112 123 117
48 52 50 123 134 129
52 57 55 134 145 140
57 61 59 145 156 151
61 65 63 156 168 162
65 70 68 168 179 174
70 74 72 179 191 185
74 79 77 191 202 196
79 84 81 202 214 208
84 88 86 214 225 219
88 93 91 225 237 231
93 98 95 237 249 243
98 100 100 249 255 255

DMX

Center

Frame

Reset Channel

To use the Reset Channel (Channel 12), set the channel to one of the levels shown below
for three seconds, then set the channel to 0% without timing or fading. The fixture will
recalibrate the functions associated with the reset level and return to the settings provided
by the incoming DMX data.

Reset Function DMX Percent DMX Decimal

Reset entire fixture 75 185-190
Reset scroller and lenses only 60 147-152
Reset Pan and Tilt only 50 126-129
Reset Front Module only 40 97-102
Reset Rear Module only 30 72-77

Overview 13

Timing Channels

Three timing channels are provided: Focus Timing (Channel 9), Color Timing (Channel 10),
and Beam Timing (Channel 11). These channels can be used to communicate the desired
duration of a movement at the same time you communicate the destination of the
movement. The instructions below describe the general method of using a timing channel.
Specific instructions for recording cue fade times or part cues can be found in your control
console’s user manual.

Using timing channels to set parameter timing:

Step 1: Determine which timing channel controls the parameters you want to affect (see

Control, page 10).

Step 2: Set the timing channel to the appropriate value. Each step of DMX equals one

second of time. Percent-based consoles will have a granularity of ~2.5 seconds
per step. The maximum timing value is 4 minutes 15 seconds.

Step 3: Record the parameter channels and their corresponding timing channel into a

cue or cue part with zero fade timing. Avoid placing timing channel moves within
a cue or cue part that contains a fade time other than zero. Fading a timing
channel and its corresponding parameter channels can create unexpected
luminaire behavior.

Step 4: Repeat for other parameter channels and timing channels as needed.

Fan Speed Control Channel

The Fan Speed Control Channel (Channel 14) allows fan speed control for quieter fixture
operation. As long as this channel is at 0%, all fans will run at full speed for maximum
cooling. Setting this channel at incrementally higher values lowers the fan speed
incrementally.

For example, 25% = 75% fan speed, 50% = 50% fan speed, 75% = 25% fan speed, and so
on. Setting this channel at 100% will turn the fans off completely for silent operation.

Temperature sensors in the Revolution sense if fans are required to keep the fixture from
an over-temperature condition. These sensors override the fan speed channel and cause
the fans to operate to prevent over-heating, regardless of the channel setting.

For longer gel string life—especially saturated colors—keep the fan speed as high as
possible, that is, a lower value for channel 14.

Using Focus Timing for Console Response Option

Setting the Focus Timing Channel (Channel 9) at 100% provides more responsive manual
control of Revolution parameters. Remember to restore this channel to 0% (or the desired
timing speed value less than 100%) for smoothest cue playback operation.

Note:

Playback of cues with the Focus Channel set at 100% may result in less than satisfactory
luminaire movement.

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Configuration

With Source Four Revolution, you decide how to configure your light. The standard base
unit provides pan, tilt, beam-edge change, 15-35° zoom range, two Blank Modules, Internal
Media Frame, integrated color scrolling, and on-board dimming. The unit’s module bays
can be filled with any of the modules described below.

Blank Module (BM)

• Space for one static metal M-sized gobo

Iris Module (IM)

• 18-leaf iris

• Smooth operation

• Simple, repeatable beam-size control

• On-board auto-sensing electronics

Shutter Module (SM)

• Multi-plane shutters for flexible beam shaping

• All shutters have +/– 45° rotation (total range of motion = 90°)

• On-board auto-sensing electronics

Static Wheel Module (SWM)

• Four positions, typically setup as three positions plus open

• Gobos or dichroic color filters

• Uses M-sized gobos, glass or metal

• On-board auto-sensing electronics

Rotating Wheel Module (RWM)

• Three positions, plus open

• Rotating, indexable gobos

• Uses M-sized gobos, glass or metal

• On-board auto-sensing electronics

Module/Bay Compatibility

Module Type Front Bay Rear Bay

Blank Module (BM) Yes Yes
Iris Module (IM) Yes Yes
Shutter Module (SM) No Yes
Static Wheel Module (SWM) Yes Yes

Rotating Wheel Module (RWM)

a) Prolonged use of the Rotating Wheel Module in the Rear Bay may cause the belt within the module

to degrade. To ensure peak performance of the RWM, use it in the Front Bay.

Recommended for

best performance

Not

Recommended

a

Configuration 15

Removing and Replacing Modules

Each module is secured with two thumbscrews. See the diagram below for bay designation.

Remove a module:

Step 1: Power-down the fixture. See Power-down Procedure, page 9.

CAUTION:

Step 2: Loosen the two screws securing the module by turning them to the left

Step 3: Pull the module gently out of the head of the fixture.

Insert a module:

Step 1: Align the module in the selected bay with the interface connector closest to the

Step 2: Guide the module gently into the bay making certain that the guide posts of the

Step 3: Tighten the screws securing the module by turning them to the right (clockwise).

CAUTION:

Shutter Modules must be placed only in the rear bay. Shutter module installation also
must include mounting the counterweight frame that came with the revolution in the front
of the unit. See Shutter Module (SM), page 19.

Screws securing the modules may be hot if the fixture has recently been lit.

(counterclockwise).

center bay divider.

module housing are properly aligned with the accommodating hole in the fixture
frame. Ensure that the module seats on the control card.

Ensure that the screws are tightened completely.

Prolonged use of the Rotating Wheel Module in the rear bay may cause the belt
within the module to degrade. To ensure peak performance of the RWM, use it in
the Front Bay.

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Blank Module (BM)

Front Bay

Rear Bay

Pull gently to remove
and insert metal gobos.

M-Size metal gobos only.

The Blank Module is used to fill an empty module bay, and can be used to hold a static
M-Size metal gobo, if needed.

Configuration 17

Iris Module (IM)

The Iris Module contains an 18-leaf iris and can be placed in either module bay.

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Shutter Module (SM)

Counterweight Frame
with Weights

The Shutter Module contains a four-blade shutter mechanism. Each shutter can be rotated
+/– 45° (total range of motion = 90°).

CAUTION:

The Shutter Module must be placed in the Rear Bay. It will not operate in the Front
Bay.

A counterweight frame insert is included to offset the weight of an installed shutter module.
When using the shutter module in your Revolution fixture, you must also insert the
counterweight frame into the gel frame slot at the front of the color scroller. This will ensure
proper pan and tilt function.

After the counterweight is inserted, secure it in place with the top latch (see page 26).

If desired, a standard (1.1 lb/0.5 kg) tophat can be substituted for the counterweight frame
insert.

CAUTION:

Configuration 19

You must use a counterweight frame insert when using a shutter module. Failure
to do so may result in pan and tilt malfunction.

Static Wheel Module (SWM)

The Static Wheel Module contains a wheel with three positions for static M-size steel or
glass gobos or dichroic color filters and an open position. If desired, the open position can
be used to hold a fourth gobo or filter.

CAUTION:

To prevent cracking of glass gobos and for best image contrast, the silver reflective
surface of the gobo must face the lamp and the black surface of the gobo must face
the lenses.

Controlling the Static Wheel Module

The Static Wheel Module uses an 8-bit channel to select the frame. Only full frames can be
produced. Use the table below to set the Wheel Position channel.

Wheel Position Channel DMX Percent DMX Decimal

Open (Position 0) 0-5% 0-13
Position 1 6-10% 14-26
Position 2 11-15% 27-39
Position 3 16-20% 40-50
Reserved (Position 3) 21-100% 51-255

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Rotating Wheel Module (RWM)

The Rotating Wheel Module contains a wheel with three rotating/indexing positions for
static M-size steel or glass gobos or dichroic color filters and an open position.

CAUTION:

To prevent cracking of glass gobos and for best image contrast, the silver reflective
surface of the gobo must face the lamp and the black surface of the gobo must face
the lenses. Prolonged use of the Rotating Wheel Module in the Rear Bay may
cause the belt within the module to degrade. To ensure peak performance of the
RWM, use it in the Front Bay.

Configuration 21

Controlling the Rotating Wheel Module

The Rotating Wheel Module uses two 8-bit channels to select the frame and determine the
index or rotation function of that frame, and a 16-bit channel to determine the index position
or rotation speed of that frame.

Wheel Position Channel DMX Percent DMX Decimal

Open 0-5% 0-13
Position 1 6-10% 14-26
Position 2 11-15% 27-39
Position 3 16-20% 40-50
Reserved (Position 3) 21-100% 51-255

Wheel Function Channel DMX Percent DMX Decimal

Index 0-5% 0-13
Rotate >> 6-10% 14-26
Rotate << 11-15% 27-39
Reserved 16-100% 40-255

Wheel Index/Rotation Channel DMX Percent DMX Decimal

If Indexing, use this 16-bit channel to align the
image

If Rotating, use this 16-bit channel to set rotation
speed (0-30 RPM)

0-100% 0-255

0-100% 0-255

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Replacing Gobos and Filters

Static Wheel Module Rotating Wheel Module

1

2

1

2

33

Open

(0)

Open

Magnet

Magnets

NotchesNotches

The Static Wheel Module and the Rotating Wheel Module both use the same gobo/filter
retention method. In each case, the gobo/filter is secured with a spring.

Replace a gobo/filter:

Step 1: Power-down the fixture. See Power-down Procedure, page 9.

Step 2: Remove the module from the fixture. See Removing and Replacing Modules,

page 16.

CAUTION:

Step 3: Remove the spring securing the gobo/filter you want to replace or install. Use the

Screws securing the modules, and the wheels themselves, may be hot if the fixture
has recently been lit. Allow the module to cool before installing gobos or filters.

diagram below to determine the frame numbers on each wheel. In newer
modules, notches have been cut into the wheel close to the positions, indicating
the position’s number. In older modules, these notches do not exist. If you have
an older module, use the diagram below to find the position number.

• Magnets are found in the alignment holes for frame #3 in each wheel. The
Rotating Wheel Module has two magnets, one for calibrating the wheel
position, and one for calibrating the index position of the frames.

Step 4: Remove the gobo/filter, if present.

Step 5: Insert the new gobo/filter in the frame. Use the hole in or near the frame (see

below for alignment hole locations) to align your gobo, if required.

CAUTION:

To prevent cracking of glass gobos and for best image contrast, the silver reflective
surface of the gobo must face the lamp and the black surface of the gobo must face
the lenses. Prolonged use of the Rotating Wheel Module in the Rear Bay may
cause the belt within the module to degrade. To ensure peak performance of the
RWM, use it in the Front Bay.

Configuration 23

Step 6: Insert the spring into the frame. Ensure that the gobo/filter is held securely in

Spring

M-Size Gobo

Static Wheel
Alignment Hole

Rotating Wheel
Alignment Hole

Static Wheel
Frame

DETAIL: gobo installed

place and that the spring is fully inserted in the frame.

Step 7: Reinsert the module into the fixture and tighten the screws securing the module.

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Routine Maintenance

To ensure optimum performance of your Source Four Revolution fixture, you should
perform the following inspections and cleanings at least once a year. You may need to
inspect or clean the fixture more often, depending on the type and amount of use your
fixture experiences during the year.

CAUTION:

 Open the fixture and clean out any dust and debris. All components can be cleaned

 Inspect all modules for wear and, if necessary, clean using compressed, oil-free air or

 Power up the unit with the covers removed and watch for all of the components to

 Inspect gel string for wear and replace as needed. See Gel Strings, page 28.

 Inspect Internal Media Frame media and replace as needed. See Internal Media

 Inspect gobos for wear and cracking. Replace as needed.

 Inspect both lenses and the reflector for cleanliness.

 Adjust the tension of the various belt drive mechanisms. See Adjusting Belt Tensions,

NEVER spray liquids into the fixture.

NEVER spray compressed air into a fixture that is powered-up.

ALWAYS remove the lamp prior to cleaning the reflector.

using compressed, oil-free air or a soft, lint-free cloth. No liquids of any type should be
used to clean the interior of the fixture.

a soft, lint-free cloth.

move freely upon fixture calibration.

Frame (IMF), page 30.

To clean the lenses, dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with vinegar or household ammonia
and gently wipe each lens surface.
To clean the reflector, remove the lamp, dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with alcohol or
distilled water and gently wipe the reflector.

page 36.

WARNING:

Routine Maintenance 25

Regularly check to make sure all modules are fully seated in the module
bays. Also ensure that the module thumbscrews are fully finger-tightened.

Procedures

Latch
Pull forward to remove scroller.
Push backward to remove accessory

Locking Lip

Accessory Slot

Tether
Attachment
(underside)

Gel Tag Sensor

Scroller
Cartridge

Retainer
Knob

Scroller Cartridges and Beam Containment Devices

The Source Four Revolution fixture is provided with a removable scroller cartridge. You can
swap whole cartridges, or you can replace only the gel string within the cartridge. The
scroller cartridge also contains an accessory slot that may be used for a single standard

7.5” color frame or a beam containment device such as a top hat, half-hat or egg-crate. An
attachment point is provided on the underside of the fixture head for safety tethers on
installed beam containment devices.

When using saturated colors for an extended period of time, maximize the scroller fan
speed to extend the life of these gel segments.

CAUTION:

To ensure optimum pan/tilt movement, beam containment devices must not
exceed .45kg (1 pound) of weight at a center of mass 76 mm (3") from the front of
the fixture. Most standard tophats, half-hats and egg-crates should fall into this
acceptable category. Barndoors and other heavy accessories or devices should be
avoided.

Removing and replacing the scroller cartridge:

Step 1: Loosen the scroller retainer knobs on both sides of the scroller. These knobs do

not need to be completely removed.

Step 2: Pull the latch on top of the scroller cartridge forward and then lift the scroller

straight up out of the head. The gel string is held in tension and may roll back
after being released from the head.

Step 3: To insert a scroller cartridge, lower it straight down into the head so that the top

of the scroller hooks into the head’s lip.

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Step 4: While pulling the latch on the top of the cartridge forward, press the cartridge into

Gel String

Tag Sensor

Latch

place. Ensure that the gel is positioned between the two tag sensor guides.

Step 5: Release the spring-loaded latch. Ensure it slides back into the locked position

and that it protrudes through the accessory plate.

Step 6: Secure the scroller cartridge with the two retainer knobs.

CAUTION:

Step 7: Recalibrate the fixture after replacing the scroller cartridge.

Note:

The gel string must ride in the tag sensor; not behind or in front of the sensor. If the
scroller does not find the long tag during recalibration, it will stall after approximately 60
seconds.

Installing or removing beam containment devices and color frames:

Step 1: Push the latch on top of the scroller cartridge toward the back of the fixture head

Step 2: Insert or remove the beam containment device or color frame.

Step 3: Release the spring-loaded latch and it will slide back into the locked position. If

The retainer knobs must be tightened to safely fasten the scroller cartridge to the
fixture before the Revolution fixture is put into operation.

to clear the accessory slot on the front of the cartridge.

the safety tether is present, attach it to the installed beam containment device.

Routine Maintenance 27

Gel Strings

Color
Frame #1

TrailerLeader

Optically clear
adhesive tape to
join frames and
leader or trailer

±.79 (±1/32) tolerance per color
frame and trailer and leader

2.54 Maximum runout for
4 to 24 gel frame lengths

Long Tag

Short Tag

End Color
Frame

Dimensions shown
in mm (inches)

Gel string shown
face up

You can change the gel string in your fixture. Replacement strings must have a minimum
of 4 frames or a maximum of 24 frames of gel media. If you are going to make or purchase
your own gel strings, follow the specifications below to ensure proper performance.

171.5
(6.75)

216 (8.5) 216 (8.5)

25.4 (1.0)

12.7 (.5)

22.2 (.875)

38.1 (1.5)

216 (8.5) 216 (8.5)

12.7 (.50)
216 (8.5)

203.2 (8.0)

Removing the scroller:

Step 1: Loosen the scroller retainer knobs on both sides of the scroller. These knobs do

not need to be completely removed.

Step 2: Pull the latch on top of the scroller cartridge forward and then lift the scroller

straight up out of the head. The gel string is held in tension and may roll back
after being released from the head.

Removing the accessory plate:

Step 1: Place the scroller face up on a flat surface.

Step 2: Push the scroller latch backward so that it clears the accessory plate.

Step 3: Slide the accessory plate out of the scroller.

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Removing the gel string:

Top

Line on Label

Trailer RollerLeader Roller

Hook and Loop Pad

Replacement
Gel String

Gaffer’s
Tape

Trailer End and
Long Tag

Scroller shown face up

Step 1: Using your finger, turn the trailer roller drive wheel (hook and loop pad) at the

bottom of the scroller clockwise and wind the gel onto the trailer roller.

Step 2: Gently untape the gel from the leader roller.

Step 3: Carefully pull the gel from the trailer roller and roll the gel up tightly, untape the

trailer from the roller, and tape the gel roll for storage.

Installing a gel string:

Step 1: Place the new gel string roll on the leader roller side of the scroller and attach a

76 mm (3") strip of Gaffer’s tape length-wise so that half of it extends past the
end of the trailer. The long tag on the gel should be facing up.

Note:

Use only Gaffer’s P665 tape to attach the gel string. Do not use duct or masking tape.

Step 2: Center the edges of the trailer on the trailer roller and secure it with the tape.

Step 3: While applying gentle pressure to the gel string, turn the trailer roller drive wheel

(hook and loop pad) at the bottom of the scroller clockwise and wind the gel onto
the roller. Make sure the gel stays centered on the roller.

Step 4: When you reach the end of the gel, gently pull on it while holding the roller drive

wheel to take the slack out of the roll.

Step 5: Attach a 76 mm (3") strip of Gaffer’s tape length-wise so that half of it extends

past the end of the leader. Maintain tension on the roll.

Step 6: With your other hand, turn the leader roller clockwise until the black line on the

roller label is facing up.

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Step 7: Refer to the gel string tension table below and turn the leader roller toward the

Do not flex or twist the wings.

trailer roller (clockwise) the number of turns for the number of gel frames you are
installing. Use your finger to turn the roller drive wheel at the bottom of the
scroller. This winds up the spring in the roller.

Number of Frames Number of Turns

4 to 12 5
13 to 18 6
19 to 24 7

Step 8: While holding the leader roller in place, center the gel leader edges on the leader

roller and tape in place with a 76 mm (3") strip of Gaffer's tape as described in
Step 5.

Step 9: Release both rollers. The gel scroll should spool a number of frames onto the

leader roller.

Step 10: Reinstall the accessory plate and reinstall the scroller cartridge in the Revolution.

(See Removing and replacing the scroller cartridge:, page 26.)

Step 11: Reset the fixture to calibrate and ensure proper scroller performance.

Internal Media Frame (IMF)

The internal media frame is designed to hold two pieces of gel within two semi-circular
removable frames. Performance of the gel in the internal media frame will vary with
frequency of use, materials and transmission properties of the gel. Some gels will perform
better than others.

It is possible for the gel in the internal media frame to warp or wear out, which can affect
the operation of the internal media frame mechanism or cause unwanted noise. If this
occurs, replace the gel. If the IMF is making noise, see Adjusting the IMF, page 32.

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Changing the gel in the internal media frame:

Step 1: Power-down the fixture. See Power-down Procedure, page 9.

Step 2: Lock the fixture head and yoke in a convenient position using the pan and tilt

locks.

Step 3: Remove the scroller cartridge. Pull the latch on top of the scroller cartridge

forward and pull the scroller up out of the head. The gel string is held in tension
and may roll back after being released from the head.

Step 4: Remove the head cover by loosening the two captured screws holding it in place

and lifting the cover off the head.

Step 5: Slowly pull the front lens forward until the internal media frame is accessible, and

open, if necessary.

Step 6: Remove the frames from each side of the internal media frame mechanism by

pulling the tab straight out of each wing. Do not flex or twist the wings.

Routine Maintenance 31

Step 7: Remove the old media and replace the media in each frame. Trim the media to

Pawl

Spring
Tension Clip

Right Pawl

Left Pawl

the shape of the frame. Trim the center edge carefully so that it is straight and
without nicks or extra bits of gel that could catch when the two wings close
together.

Step 8: Insert the frames back into the wings of the internal media frame mechanism until

they “click” into place, ensuring they are fully seated. The frames are identical
and may be installed into either wing.

Step 9: Replace the head cover and the scroller cartridge.

Step 10: Unlock the yoke.

Adjusting the IMF

The IMF is designed to operate quietly. If it becomes noisy or does not open and close
properly, you can adjust it. The IMF is opened and closed by a pair of pawls that contact
the door tabs. Both the pawl spring tension and the door tabs can be adjusted. If the spring
has too much tension, the pawl will make a "snapping" noise. If the spring is too loose, the
pawl will not engage the IMF door tab properly. If the door tabs are not adjusted properly,
they will obstruct the pawls or prevent the IMF from opening and closing.

Note:

Prior to adjusting the IMF, make sure the front lens belt is properly adjusted. See

Adjusting the front lens belt:, page 40.

Adjusting the IMF pawls:

Step 1: Power-down the fixture. See Power-down Procedure, page 9.

Step 2: Lock the fixture head and yoke in a convenient position using the pan and tilt

locks.

Step 3: Remove the head cover by loosening the two captured screws holding it in place

and lifting the cover off the head.

Step 4: Using both hands, move the IMF assembly back away from the front of the

fixture.

Step 5: Loosen the spring tension clip screw so that the clip moves freely.

Step 6: Move the clip forward or backward and flip the pawl with your other hand. If the

pawl makes a snapping noise, loosen the spring tension by moving the spring
clip towards the front of the fixture. If the pawl does not close completely so that
it does not engage the IMF doors, move the clip toward the rear of the fixture.

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Note:

IMF Door Tab

Tab Screw

Pawl Roller

Left IMF door shown

If the spring clip does not allow enough movement, move the spring to the next notch in
the clip.

Step 7: When the pawl operates fairly quietly, tighten the spring tension clip screw.

Step 8: Adjust the other pawl if needed.

Step 9: Test the IMF operation by turning the IMF motor counter-clockwise by hand to

move the IMF forward. The IMF should close and as you continue turning the
motor, the doors should open.

Adjusting the IMF door tabs:

Step 1: Make sure the pawls are adjusted properly. If not, see Adjusting the IMF pawls:,

page 32.

Step 2: Close the IMF doors and move them so that the door tabs are in line with the

pawls.

Step 3: Loosen the left door adjustment tab screw and move the tab so that it just nearly

contacts the pawl roller. You should be able to slip a piece of paper easily
between the pawl and roller.

Step 4: Adjust the right tab so that it has slightly more clearance (approximately 1.6 mm

(1/16")).

Step 5: Check the operation of the IMF operation by turning the IMF motor by hand

counter-clockwise to move the IMF forward. The IMF should close and as you
continue turning the motor, the doors should open.

Routine Maintenance 33

Changing and Adjusting the Lamp

Lock or Engage

Turn Lamp

Unlock or Disengage

Inner lamp
adjust knob
(Peak or Flat)

Outer lamp
adjust knob
(Lamp Center)

The QXL™ 750/77 lamp is remarkably easy to replace. No tools are required and the lamp
is accessible from the exterior of the head. Once the lamp is turned to the unlocked position,
power is disconnected from the lamp. Two QXL lamps are available.

Part Number Lamp Code Watts Volts Lumens

Color

Temp.

Average

Rated Life

RT174 QXL 750//77 750 77 22,950 3250°K 300 hours

RT175 QXL 750/77X 750 77 18,000 3050°K 1500 hours

WARNING:

The QXL lamp gets very hot during operation and remains hot for a time
after being dimmed out. To ensure that you do not burn your fingers on the
lamp base, always use gloves when removing a lamp from the Source Four
Revolution fixture.

WARNING:

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Do not place objects other than a QXL lamp in
the Source Four Revolution lamp socket.

CAUTION:

Do not touch the glass envelope of the QXL lamp. Oils and residue left on the
envelope can cause premature failure of the lamp. If the envelope is touched, clean
it with rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth before installing the lamp in the fixture.

Application

High Output/
Professional Stage

Long Life/Reduced
Output

Replacing the QXL lamp:

Step 1: Power-down the fixture and disconnect the AC input cable. See Power-down

Procedure, page 9.

Step 2: Using gloves, grab the lamp base and turn it 1/4 turn counter-clockwise to

disconnect the lamp.

Step 3: Pull the lamp straight out of the head.

Step 4: Install the replacement lamp, aligning the tabs in the lamp base with the slots in

the socket.

Step 5: Turn the replacement lamp 1/4 turn clockwise until the lamp is seated and the

lamp base appears parallel to the horizontal center-line of the head.

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Adjusting the lamp:

Step 1: Apply power to the fixture and allow it to complete its calibration.

Step 2: Bring intensity to full and aim the fixture at a flat surface.

Step 3: Unlock and loosen the outer lamp adjust knob by turning it counter-clockwise.

Step 4: Gently move the outer lamp adjust knob from side to side and up and down until

the lamp is centered in the reflector. The correct positioning puts the brightest
spot in the center of the flat surface with equal fall-off toward the edges.

Step 5: Turn the outer lamp adjust knob clockwise to lock the lamp into position.

Step 6: Turn the inner lamp adjust knob either direction to achieve an optimum field.

Turning to the right (clockwise) creates a flat field, which provides best results for
gobos. If you turn it too far, it can create a dark center. Turning to the left
(counter-clockwise) creates a peak in the center.

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Tilt Lock Mechanism

Belt Tension

Motor Adjustment Screws

Spring

Over time and with repeated use, belts may loosen. Belts that are too loose may cause the
fixture to calibrate incorrectly and may affect the movement or repeatability of the motorized
mechanisms. Follow all belt adjustment procedures carefully to insure optimum operation
of the Revolution luminaire.

Adjusting Tilt and Pan Tension

Adjusting tilt belt tension:

Step 1: Power-down the fixture. See Power-down Procedure, page 9.

Step 2: Using a #2 Philips screwdriver, loosen the four captured screws on the tilt-side

yoke cover and remove the cover. The tilt-side has the tilt lock mechanism
protruding through the yoke cover.

Step 3: Loosen, but do not remove, the four screws securing the tilt motor assembly to

the yoke leg.

Step 4: Pinch the tilt belt together a few times to adjust the motor placement. Allow the

motor to settle against the spring. Make sure the spring is centered on the plate.

Step 5: Tighten the motor screws in a star pattern.

Step 6: Place the yoke cover back on and tighten the captured screws.

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Adjusting pan belt tension:

Data module screws on opposite side of upper
enclosure. (Module not shown in this drawing.)

Pan Motor Assembly

Spring

Motor Adjustment Screws

Rubber feet screws

Belt Tension

Step 1: Power-down the fixture (see Power-down Procedure, page 9) and disconnect

any power and data cables from the upper enclosure.

Step 2: Place the fixture on its side on a stable surface.

Step 3: Remove any hook or hanging hardware from the data module side of the upper

enclosure and loosen the two rubber feet on that side.

Step 4: Remove the two screws securing the data module to the upper enclosure and

carefully slide the module out of the upper enclosure. Place the module out of the
way, keeping all connectors plugged in.

Step 5: Loosen, but do not remove, the four screws securing the pan motor assembly to

the upper enclosure.

Step 6: Pinch the pan belt together a few times to adjust the motor placement. Allow the

motor to settle against the spring. Make sure the spring is centered on the plate.

Step 7: Tighten the motor screws in a star pattern.

Step 8: Carefully slide the data module back into the upper enclosure. Ensure that no

wires are pinched in the process.

Step 9: Reinstall and tighten the two screws securing the data module to the upper

enclosure.

Step 10: Retighten the screws securing the rubber feet on the data module side and

reinstall any removed hanging hardware or hooks, if necessary.

Routine Maintenance 37

Adjusting the Scroller, Front Lens, and Rear Lens Belts

Front Lens
Motor

Scroller
Motor

Rear Lens

Motor

Front Lens

IMF

To access the three belts inside the head, you will need to remove the head cover. Follow
the general instructions below before adjusting the belts.

General belt adjustment instructions:

Step 1: Power-down the fixture. See Power-down Procedure, page 9.

Step 2: Lock the fixture head and yoke in a convenient position using the pan and tilt

locks.

Step 3: Remove the head cover by loosening, but do not remove, the two captured

screws holding it in place and lift the cover off the head.

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Adjusting the scroller drive belt tension:

Motor Pulley

Motor Adjustment
Screws

Belt Tension

Step 1: See General belt adjustment instructions:, page 38.

Step 2: Remove the scroller if not already done. See Removing and replacing the scroller

cartridge:, page 26.

Step 3: Using both hands, gently fold in the IMF doors and move the assembly toward

the rear lens.

Step 4: Loosen, but do not remove, the three motor mounting plate screws so that the

motor moves freely.

Step 5: Turn the pulley back and forth two or three times and allow the spring to take up

the slack in the belt.

Step 6: Tighten the three screws.

Step 7: Pinch the belt together to ensure it maintains pressure and rotate the motor

pulley to ensure it turns freely.

Routine Maintenance 39

Adjusting the front lens belt:

Motor Adjustment
Screws.

Motor Pulley

Belt Tension

Motor Adjustment
Screws

Step 1: See General belt adjustment instructions:, page 38.

Step 2: Using both hands, gently move the IMF assembly forward toward the front lens

so that you can access the front lens motor.

Step 3: Using both hands, gently move the rear lens backward so that you can access

the motor.

Step 4: Loosen, but do not remove, the four front lens motor mounting plate screws so

the motor moves freely.

Step 5: Turn the pulley back and forth two or three times and allow the spring to take up

the slack in the belt.

Step 6: Tighten the screws in a star pattern.

Step 7: Pinch the belt together to ensure it maintains pressure.

Step 8: Turn the motor by hand counter-clockwise to drive the lens until the IMF closes.

There should be a slight resistance. Continue turning to open the IMF.

Step 9: Turn the motor by hand clockwise to move the lens back. If the IMF does not

close properly, readjust the front lens belt so that it is tighter.

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Adjusting rear lens belt:

Motor Adjustment
Screws.

Belt Tension

Motor

Step 1: See General belt adjustment instructions:, page 38.

Step 2: Using both hands, gently move the IMF assembly forward toward the front lens

so that you can access the rear lens motor.

Step 3: Loosen, but do not remove, the two motor mounting screws so that the motor

moves freely.

Step 4: Move the motor back and forth to allow the spring to take up the slack in the belt.

Step 5: Tighten the top screw and then the bottom screw.

Step 6: Gently move the rear lens back and forth with both hands. There should be a

slight resistance.

Routine Maintenance 41

Troubleshooting

LED Location

Green

Red

Amber

LED Indicators

The easiest way to find out the status of your Source Four Revolution fixture is to look at
the LED indicators on the upper enclosure. These LEDs are located on the top of the upper
enclosure when the fixture is sitting on its base. When the fixture is hung on a pipe, the
LEDs are visible to technicians standing below the fixture.

Blinking

(1/second)

Fast Blinking

(5/second)

Green Amber Red

Off

On

No Power Lamp OK

Receiving DMX

Signal

a b

Lamp Out

Calibration

Successful

Calibration in

Progress

- or ­Error

Not Receiving

DMX Signal

Self-Test Mode

a) Green and amber blinking together indicates that there is potential software corruption.

Recycle power. If this indication persists, contact ETC customer service.

b) Red and green blinking together indicates that the thumbwheel address is set higher

than 481. Reset thumbwheel to 481 or lower. See Connections and Addressing, page

8 for further information.

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Internal Test Software

The following diagnostic tests are available using the thumbwheels on your Source Four
Revolution fixture. To run a test, set the address to the desired test (tests may be run at any
time). The green LED will blink rapidly to indicate the fixture is in self-test mode and the
fixture will not respond to incoming DMX signal. To return the fixture to DMX operation, set
the thumbwheel back to a valid DMX start address.

Test Description Address Notes or Test Parameter (#)

HOLD 800
All open, Pan & Tilt @ 50%, Intensity @ 75% 8 0 1
SLOW fade all from 0-100% 8 0 2 20 seconds; continuous cycle.
MED fade all from 0-100% 8 0 3 10 seconds; continuous cycle.

FAST fade all from 0-100% 8 0 4

16 predefined cues run sequentially 8 0 5 5 seconds between cues.
Pan and Tilt motors disabled 8 0 6 NOTE: Cycle power to return to normal operation.
Bypass Calibration 8 0 7 Start-up at this address to skip calibration.

Fade parameters 0-100%, Intensity @ 8 0 8

HOLD 809
Dimmer (tests 815-819 do not apply) 8 1 #
Pan 82#
Tilt 8 3 #
Front Bay (Iris or Wheel modules) 8 4 #
Rear Bay (Iris or Wheel modules) 8 5 #
Scroller 8 6 #
Wheel Function (operates both bays) 8 8 #
Wheel Index/Rotate (operates both bays) 8 9 #
Shutter #1 In/Out 9 0 #
Shutter #1 Rotate 9 1 #
Shutter #2 In/Out 9 2 #
Shutter #2 Rotate 9 3 #
Shutter #3 In/Out 9 4 #
Shutter #3 Rotate 9 5 #
Shutter #4 In/Out 9 6 #
Shutter #4 Rotate 9 7 #
Rotate All Shutters 9 8 #
Lenses and Internal Media Frame 8 7 #

Bounce; some attributes may not complete their full
range of motion.

Bounce; some attributes may not complete their full
range of motion.

Use the parameter numbers below in the (#) position

of the test address to change the behavior of the

tests. Example: test 825 moves the Pan motor from

end stop to end stop at a slow speed. Test 826

performs the same movement, but at medium speed.

0 = HOLD
1 = Increment (0-100%)
2 = Decrement (100-0%)
3 = HOLD
4 = Invert (if on, fade to 0, if off, fade to full)
5 = SLOW fade from 0-100%, continuous cycle
6 = MED fade from 0-100%, continuous cycle
7 = FAST fade from 0-100%, continuous cycle

8 = Incremental fade from 0-100% of selected in 10%

increments in 1 second timing, continuous cycle

9 = Incremental fade from 0-100% of attribute in 25%
increments in 2 second timing, continuous cycle

0 = HOLD
1 = Increment Zoom (0-100%)
2 = Decrement Zoom (100-0%)
3 = HOLD
4 = Increment Focus (0-100%)
5 = Decrement Focus (100-0%)
6 = HOLD
7 = IMF In/Out (toggles state of IMF)
8 = Incremental Zoom from 0-100% in 10 second

timing, continuous cycle
9 = Incremental Focus from 0-100% in 10 second

timing, continuous cycle

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Routine Maintenance 45

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Photometric Data

Throw Distance (d)

1/10 Peak Diameter

1/10 Peak

1/2 Peak

Degree Candlepower

1/10 Peak

Lumens

1/10 Peak

Efficiency

1/2 Peak
Lumens

LPW

Throw Distance Multiplier* Degrees

Candela

Beam Angle

Field Angle

22.3ft 26.7ft 31.2ft 35.6ft

6.8m 8.1m 9.5m 10.9m

10ft 12ft 14ft 16ft

3.0m 3.7m 4.3m 4.9m

FC 309 216 158 121

LUX 3325 2325 1700 1300

17.2˚

25.3˚

0˚ 3˚ 6˚ 9˚ 12˚

0

50K

100K

150K

200K

15˚3˚6˚9˚12˚15˚

25˚ 153,730 11,760 7,425 51.24% 15.7

3%

10%

50%

X
Y

Throw Distance (d)

1/10 Peak Diameter

1/10 Peak

1/2 Peak

Degree Candlepower

1/10 Peak

Lumens

1/10 Peak

Efficiency

1/2 Peak
Lumens

LPW

Throw Distance Multiplier* Degrees

Candela

Beam Angle

Field Angle

16.2ft 19.4ft 22.7ft 25.9ft

4.9m 5.9m 6.9m 7.9m

10ft 12ft 14ft 16ft

3.0m 3.7m 4.3m 4.9m

FC 299 208 152 117

LUX 3220 2240 1640 1260

23.7˚

34.3˚

0˚ 4˚ 8˚ 12˚ 16˚

0

25K

50K

75K

100K

20˚4˚8˚12˚16˚20˚

35˚ 78,410 10,950 6,925 47.71% 14.6

3%

10%

50%

X
Y

Throw Distance (d)

1/10 Peak Diameter

1/10 Peak

1/2 Peak

Degree Candlepower

1/10 Peak

Lumens

1/10 Peak

Efficiency

1/2 Peak
Lumens

LPW

Throw Distance Multiplier* Degrees

Candela

Beam Angle

Field Angle

All photometric data in this document was prepared using standard production fixtures, and the Prometric™ CCD measurement system.

Fixtures were adjusted for blending (cosine) distribution, and were tested with a calibrated lamp at its rated voltage. All data were normalized to nominal lamp lumens.

To determine illumination in footcandles or lux at any throw distance, divide candlepower by distance squared.

* (distance from origin) = (throw distance) x (throw distance multiplier)

Minimum Spread

37.2ft 44.7ft 52.1ft 59.6ft

11.3m 13.6m 15.9m 18.2m

10.5˚

10ft 12ft 14ft 16ft

3.0m 3.7m 4.3m 4.9m

FC 272 188 139 106

LUX 2930 2025 1495 1140

15.3˚

15˚ 376,520 10,830 7,060 47.19% 14.4

Median Spread

3%

10%

50%

0º 2˚ 4˚ 6˚ 8˚

X
Y

400K

300K

200K

100K

0

10˚2˚4˚6˚8˚10˚

Maximum Spread

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