High End Systems SolaFrame 750 Users Manual
Professional Moving Head User Manual
Version 1.0.0 --- Revision A
Notice
ETC®and High End Systems®are registered trademarks of Electronic TheatreControls, Inc. ETC is registered in
the United States, China, the European Union, the Madrid Protocol, and Russia. High End Systems is registered
in the United States and is pending registration in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the Madrid Protocol. The High End Systems globe logo is pending registration in the United States, the European Union, and
China.
All other trademarks, both marked and not marked, are the property of their respective owners.
Information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice. High End Systems
assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
Contents
Welcome 1
Contacting High End Systems 2
FCC Information 5
Patents 6
Terms and Conditions and Warranty Information 6
Product Modification Warning 6
Important Safety Information 7
Fixture Overview 8
Features 9
Optical 9
Mechanical 9
Colors 9
Projection 9
Display 9
Software 10
Additional 10
Safety Considerations 11
General Operation and Use Guidelines 12
Installation Instructions 13
Attachment Instructions 13
Dimensional Drawings 15
Mounting 16
Technical Specifications 17
DMX Control 19
DMX Connector Pinout 19
Terminate DMX512 19
Connect DMXCables to Fixture 20
DMX Start Address 21
Menu Navigation and Overview 22
Navigation 22
Menu Settings and Programming 23
Current Time 24
Ttl Life Hrs 24
Last Run Hrs 25
LEDHours 25
Timer PIN 25
Clr Last Run 25
LEDTime PIN 25
Clear LED Time 26
No DMX Mode 28
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Pan Reverse 29
Tilt Reverse 29
Pan Degree 29
Encoders 29
Pan/Tilt Spd 30
Hibernation - Standby mode 30
Defogger 30
Service PIN 31
RDMUID 31
Ethernet IP 31
Ether MaskIP (SubnetMask) 32
Clr Err Info 32
Shutoff Time 32
Flip Display 33
Key Lock 33
DMX Control Protocol 39
Error Codes 44
Cleaning and Maintenance 47
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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the SolaFrame 750 automated framing fixture. The SolaFrame 750 features
a compact footprint and a huge feature set that is a perfect fit for smaller to medium-sized venues.
l Small footprint, powerful output
l Four full-curtain framing shutters
l 6°-50° Zoom
l Rotating Gobo Wheel
l Fully-continuous Animation Wheel
l CMY/CTO- linear color mixing
l Replaceable Color Wheel
l Iris, Three-facet Prism, Frost
l Three active cooling modes
This manual provides important information for installation, configuration, and maintenance of your SolaFrame
750. Related reference documentation is available for download from the website: highend.com .
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Contacting High End Systems
High End Systems, Inc. is an ETC company.
Headquarters
For Customer Service or Sales support, please contact our company headquarters:
2105 Gracy Farms Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
tel: 512.836.2242
fax: 512.837.5290
Toll Free: 800.890.8989
website: highend.com
Technical Support
If you are having difficulties installing, configuring, or operating your SolaFrame 750, your most convenient
resources are the references given in this manual. To search more widely, try the High End Systems, Inc. website at highend.com.
24 hour emergency support is available. Contact High End Technical Services at +1 (512)836-2242.
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FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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Patents
NOTICE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
High End Systems, Inc. products are protected by one or more patents listed on the High End Systems, Inc. website: https://www.highend.com/patents and/or are subject to one or more pending patents.
Terms and Conditions and Warranty Information
Complete terms and conditions and warranty information can be found on the High End Systems, Inc. website
https://www.highend.com/pub/products/HES-Warranty-Information.pdf.
Product Modification Warning
High End Systems products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of the United States and
International safety regulations. Modifications to the product could affect safety and render the product non-compliant to relevant safety standards.
Mise En Garde Contre La Modification Du Produit
Les produits High End Systems sont conçus et fabriqués conformément aux exigences de règlements internationaux de sécurité. Toute modication du produit peut entraîner sa non conformité aux normes de sécurité en
vigueur.
Produktmodifikationswarnung
Design und Hestellung von High End Systems entprechen den Anforderungen der U.S. Amerikanischen und
internationalen Sicherheithsvorschriften. Abänderungen dieses Produktes können dessen Sicherheit beeinträchtigen und unter Umständen gegen die diesbezüglichen Sicherheitsnormen verstoßen.
Avvertenza Sulla Modifica Del Prodotto
I prodotti di High End Systems sono stati progettati e fabbricati per soddisfare i requisiti delle normative di
sicurezza statunitensi ed internazionali. Qualsiasi modifica al prodotto potrebbe pregiudicare la sicurezza e
rendere il prodotto non conforme agli standard di sicurezza pertinenti.
Advertencia De Modificatión Del Producto
Los productos de High End Systems están diseñados y fabricados para cumplir los requisitos de las reglamentaciones de seguridad de los Estados Unidos e internacionales. Las modificaciones al producto podrían
afectar la seguridad y dejar al producto fuera de conformidad con las normas de seguridad relevantes.
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Important Safety Information
Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating this equipment. Continued and safe
operation of this fixture is the responsibility of the operator. This manual will give tips for that continued safe operation. At any time please contact High End Systems technical support for any safety concerns.
The following international note, caution, and warning symbols appear in margins throughout this manual to
highlight important messages.
Note: Notes are helpful hints and information that is supplemental to the main text.
CAUTION: A Caution statement indicates situations where there may be undefined or
unwanted consequences of an action, potential for data loss or an equipment problem.
CAUTION: This statement indicates that while operating, equipment surfaces may
reach very high temperatures. Allow the fixture to cool before handling or servicing.
WARNING: A Warning statement indicates situations where damage may occur, people
may be harmed, or there are serious or dangerous consequences of an action.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! This warning statement indicates situations
where there is a risk of electric shock.
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Fixture Overview
1: Lens
2: Handle
3: Display
4: [MODE/ESC] b utton
5: Left-button
6: Down-button
7: [Enter] bu tt on
8: Right-b ut ton
9: Up-b ut ton
10: Fuse
11: Power o ut
12: Power in
13: 5-Pin DMX out
14: 5-Pin DMX in
15: ART-NET in
16: ART-NET out
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Features
Optical
l LED: White 270 Watts
l Extremely long Life: >50,000 hours
l Color temperature: 7000 Kelvin
l Luminous flux: 11,300 lumens
l CRI of greater than 70
l Beam angle: Zoom from 6 to 50 degrees
l Strobe effect 1-25 HZ and pulse effect
l Motorized focus
l Dimmer: 0% - 100% full range dimming
Mechanical
l Pan and tilt motion with 8 or 16 bit control resolution
l Smooth, precise mechanical movement system supporting:
l Pan: 540° (630° optional)
l Tilt: 265°
l Variable speed pan and tilt motion
l Position memory, auto correction if fixture is bumped
Colors
l CMY & CTO variable color mixing for infinite color possibilities
l Color wheel including seven interchangeable dichroic filters + open, indexed, rainbow effect
Projection
l Rotating gobo wheel: including seven interchangeable rotating, and indexed, gobo + open
l “Slot in & out” gobo wheel system
l Rotating prism
l Stepless iris , 5% - 100% linear change iris, pulse iris effect
l Stepless frost, 0% - 100% linear change frost
l Animation wheel: special dynamic flame or water effects
Display
l Advanced full color LCD screen
l Internal rechargeable battery, enable users to access menu for address modification or other settings.
l Automatic lock out after 15 seconds (to prevent unintentional modifications)
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Convenient position reset operation: hold the left-button and right-button (Complete this position
reset while the fixture is inside the flight case)
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Software
l Firmware upgrades are accomplished using a DMX cable with available hardware uploader
l Modify the DMX address, as well as other compatible features, using RDM control
l Standalone operation with Master / Slave function
l Control channel modes: 47 channels
Additional
l Input signal isolation: guarantees stable signal transmission without interference
l Advanced RDM function
l Patented lens defogger
Zoom Range and Distance
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Safety Considerations
This fixture has left the factory in perfect condition. In order to maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, it is necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this user manual
and otherwise instructed by the manufacturer representative.
l The SolaFrame 750 fixture is intended for professional use only. Not for residential use. Read the entire
manual before using this equipment.
l The SolaFrame 750 fixture is not user serviceable. Field modifications of the unit will void your warranty.
WARNING: For your safety, read the following warnings and notices before use:
l Disconnect the unit from power and DMX before servicing.
l Replace fuses with the specified type and rating only.
l Do not mount the fixture on or near flammable surfaces.
l NEMA Type 1 Enclosure, indoor use, dry locations only. Do not use outdoors. This fixture is intended for
use where humidity does not exceed 90% (non-condensing).
l This equipment is designed for operation by qualified personnel only.
l Do not use this fixture with a damaged power lead (cord set). If the lead is damaged, it must be replaced
with an equivalent type before use. Contact your local authorized dealer for spare power leads.
l Do not use this fixture if the lens is damaged. Damaged lenses must be replaced before use. Contact
your local authorized dealer for a replacement.
l When the fixture has been stored or transported in cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem-
perature for a minimum of one hour before applying power. Applying power to a cold fixture will cause
damage to the fixture and void the manufacturer warranty.
CAUTION: Hot Surfaces. Allow the fixture to cool completely before handling
and servicing.
CAUTION: Damages caused by the disregard of this user manual are not subject to
warranty. The authorized dealer will not accept liability for any resulting defects or
problems.
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General Operation and Use Guidelines
l This fixture is only allowed to be operated with the maximum alternating current which is stated in the
technical specifications label provided on the fixture and can be found in the Technical Specifications
on page17
l Lighting effects are not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks may ensure that
the device will serve you for a long time without defects.
l Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
l While choosing the installation location, please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme
heat, moisture or dust.
l If you use the Omega bracket with quick lock cam in hanging the fixture, please make sure the quick lock
fasteners are turned in the quick lock holes correctly.
l Operate the fixture only after having familiarized yourself with its functions. Do not permit other persons
who are not qualified and familiar with its functions to operate the fixture. Most damages are the result of
unprofessional operation.
l Please use the original packaging if the device is to be transported. ETC and High End Systems, Inc. will
not be responsible for the unit if packaging other than manufacturer provided packaging is used.
l For safety reasons, please be aware that all modifications on the device are forbidden. Any modifications
will void the manufacturer warranty.
l This manual describes the proper installation and operation of this fixture. Using this fixture in any way
other than the intended use may cause damage and may void the factory warranty.
l Misuse of this fixture, using it in a way different to the methods described in this manual, may lead to per-
sonal injury and / or equipment failure.
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