High End Systems studio spot User Manual

TM

Studio Spot

Automated Projection and Effect Luminaire

User’s Manual

P/N 60600093 Rev. 2.1

High End Systems, Inc.

2105 Gracy Farms Lane

Austin, Texas U.S.A.

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© High End Systems, Inc. 1998, All Rights Reserved

Information and Specifications in this document are subject to change without notice. High End
Systems, Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear
in this manual.

Unlawful reproduction or distribution of this document in any manner without the written permis­sion of High End Systems is strictly forbidden.

Trademarks used in this text: Studio Spot, Technoray, and Technopro are trademarks of High
End Systems Inc.; Cyberlight, Lightwave Research, LithoPattern, Status Cue, and Studio Color,
Technobeam are registered trademarks of High End Systems Inc.; Motorola is a registered trade
mark of Motorola Inc.; Philips is a registered trademark of Philips Corporation.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities
claiming the marks and names or their products. High End Systems, Inc. disclaims any propri
etary interest in trademarks and trade names owned by others.

Studio Spot may use one or more of the following patents: US 5665305; US 5647662; US
D381,740; US 4,962,687; US 5,078,039; UK 2,043,769; US 5,331,822; US 5,402,326; UK
2292896; US D365165; US 5,430,629; US D360,404; US 5,455,748; EP 0475082; US
5,506,762; M9604224.9; US 5,515,254; US D370080; UK 2,291,814; US 5,545,951;
US 5,430,629; US 5,758,955; UK 2055842; UK 2,292,530; UK 2294909; UK 2292896; and
US 5,580,164.

Additional patents pending.

March 31, 2004

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Studio Spot User’s Manual

P/N 60600093 Rev. 2.1

Printed in the U.S.A.

M.D.T.

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Declaration of Conformity

according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45104

Manufacturer’s name: Lightwave Research

Manufacturer’s address: 2217 West Braker Lane

Austin, Texas 78758
U.S.A.

Distributor’s name: High End Systems, Inc.

Distributor’s address: 2217 West Braker Lane

Austin, Texas 78758
U.S.A.

Declares that the product

Product Name: Studio Spot
Product Number: Studio Spot
Product Options: All

conforms to the following EEC directives:
73/23/EEC, as amended by 93/68/EEC
89/336/EEC, as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC

Equipment referred to in this declaration of conformity first manufactured in 1998 in
compliance with the following standards:

Safety: EN 60598-1 : 1993

EN 60598-2-17 : 1989
A1-A3 : 1993

EMC: EN 55022, 1987 Class A ITE

IEC 801-2, 1991 Level 2 (4/8 kV)
IEC 801-3, 1991 Draft 5 Level 2 (3 V/m)
IEC 801-4, 1988 Level 2 (1 kV/0.5 kV)

U.S.A., March 31, 2004 Kenneth Hansen, Compliance Engineer

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire, electric shock, exposure to
excessive ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and injury to persons are found in Appendix D.

Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating this equipment.

IMPORTANT: INFORMATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

Les instructions se rapportant à la protection permanente contre les incendies, l’électro­cution, l’exposition à un rayonnement ultraviolet (UV) excessif et aux blessures cor­porelles se trouvent dans l’Annexe D.

Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d’assembler, de monter ou d’utiliser cet équipe­ment.

WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE

Sicherheitsanleitungen zum Schutz gegen Feuer, elektrischen Schlag, übermäßige UV­Strahlung und Verletzung von Personen finden Sie in Anhang D.

Vor der Montage, dem Zusammenbau und der Inbetriebnahme dieses Geräts alle Anlei­tungen sorgfältig durchlesen.

INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI DI SICUREZZA

Le istruzioni sulla protezione da incendi, folgorazione, esposizione eccessiva a raggi
ultravioletti (UV) e infortuni sono contenute nell’appendice D.

Si prega di leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare, montare e azionare l’apparec­chiatura.

INFORMACION IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD

En el Apéndice D de este manual se encuentran instrucciones sobre protección continua
contra incendios, descarga eléctrica, exposición excesiva a radiación ultravioleta (UV) y
lesiones personales.

Lea, por favor, todas las instrucciones antes del ensamblaje, montaje y operación de
este equipo.

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 rea
sonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre
quency 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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Warranty Information

Limited Warranty

Unless otherwise stated, your product is covered by a two year parts and labor limited
warranty. Dichroic filters and Lithopatterns® are not guaranteed against breakage or
scratches to coating. It is the owner's responsibility to furnish receipts or invoices for
verification of purchase, date, and dealer or distributor. If purchase date cannot be pro
vided, date of manufacture will be used to determine warranty period.

Returning an Item Under Warranty for Repair

It is necessary to obtain a Return Material Authorization Number (RMA#) from your
dealer/point of purchase BEFORE any units are returned for repair. The manufacturer will
make the final determination as to whether or not the unit is covered by warranty.
Lamps are covered by the lamp manufacturer's warranty.

Any Product unit or parts returned to High End Systems must be packaged in a suitable
manner to ensure the protection of such Product unit or parts, and such package shall
be clearly and prominently marked to indicate that the package contains returned
Product units or parts and with a Return Material Authorization (RMA#) number.
Accompany all returned Product units or parts with a written explanation of the alleged
problem or malfunction.

Please note: Freight Damage Claims are invalid for fixtures shipped in non-factory boxes
and packing materials. Ship returned items to 2227 Braker Lane, Austin, Texas 78758.

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Freight

All shipping will be paid by the purchaser. Items under warranty shall have return
shipping paid by the manufacturer only in the Continental United States. Under no
circumstances will freight collect shipments be accepted. Prepaid shipping does not
include rush expediting such as air freight. Air freight can be sent customer collect in the
Continental United States.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED FOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. HIGH END SYSTEMS, INC. MAKES NO
WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT, AND
HIGH END SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. HIGH END SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS,
SUSTAINED OR INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCT OR CAUSED BY
PRODUCT DEFECTS OR THE PARTIAL OR TOTAL FAILURE OF ANY PRODUCT
REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT,
(INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE, AND WHETHER OR
NOT SUCH DAMAGE WAS FORESEEN OR UNFORESEEN.

Warranty is void if the product is misused, damaged, modified in any way, or for
unauthorized repairs or parts. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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Product Modification Warning

High End Systems products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of
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
des règlements internationaux de sécurité. Toute modification du produit peut entraîner
sa non conformité aux normes de sécurité en vigueur.

Produktmodifikationswarnung

Design und Herstellung von High End Systems entsprechen den Anforderungen der U.S.
Amerikanischen und internationalen Sicherheitsvorschriften. 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 Modificación 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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Contacting High End Systems, Inc.

U.S. and the Americas High End Systems, Inc.

2217 West Braker Lane
Austin, Texas 78758
[phone] or [phone]
FAX: [phone]

U.S. West Coast High End Systems, Inc.

8200 Haskell Avenue
Van Nuys, California 91406
[phone]
FAX: [phone]

Singapore High End Systems Singapore Pte. Ltd.

1 Tannery Road 06-05
Cencon 1
Singapore 1334
[phone]
FAX: [phone]

Europe High End Systems GmbH

Lohstrasse 22
D-85445 Schwaig
Germany
[phone]
FAX: [phone]

World Wide Web Sites http://www.highend.com

http://www.studiospot.com

Service Web Site http://info.highend.com/service/service.html

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Table of Contents

Introduction ........................................................................ I-1

About This Manual............................................................................. I-1

Manual Conventions........................................................................... I-1

Manual and Software Revisions ........................................................... I-2

Safety Instructions............................................................................. I-2

Caution and Warning Symbols ............................................................. I-2

Studio Spot Feature Overview ............................................................. I-3

Specifications.................................................................................... I-6

Mechanical ...................................................................................I-6

Electrical ......................................................................................I-8

Optical System .............................................................................I-8

Dichroic Glass ........................................................................ I-8

Effect Glass ........................................................................... I-8

LithoPatterns .......................................................................... I-9

Lenses................................................................................... I-9

Lamps ................................................................................... I-9

Communication ...........................................................................I-10

Compliance.................................................................................I-10

Accessories .................................................................................... I-10

Cables and Connectors ................................................................ I-10

Controllers and Upload Devices .....................................................I-10

Dichroic Filters ............................................................................I-11

Lenses .......................................................................................I-11

Literature ...................................................................................I-11

Mounting Hardware .....................................................................I-11

LithoPatterns and Effects ............................................................. I-12

Road Cases ................................................................................I-12

Lamps........................................................................................I-12

Front and Side Panel Functionality ..................................................... I-13

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Chapter 1

Installation and Setup.......................................................... 1-1

Unpacking Studio Spot ...................................................................... 1-1

Inspecting the Contents ................................................................1-1

Inspecting the Fixture ...................................................................1-2

Registering Your Product ................................................................... 1-2

Road Cases...................................................................................... 1-3

Minimum Material Requirements.....................................................1-3

Construction Requirements ............................................................1-3

Before Beginning Installation .............................................................. 1-4

Power and Breaker Requirements........................................................ 1-5

Line Cord Cap Construction................................................................ 1-5

United Kingdom Line Cord Cap Construction ....................................1-5

VIGTIG FIKKER HEDS INFORMATION - DANMARK ...........................1-6

Constructing Data Cables .................................................................. 1-6

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Constructing Terminators .................................................................. 1-7

Fixture Mounting.............................................................................. 1-7

Floor Mounting ............................................................................ 1-7

Truss Mounting ........................................................................... 1-8

Data Cabling.................................................................................... 1-9

Powering On the Fixture.................................................................. 1-10

Setting the Fixture Address ............................................................. 1-10

Fixture Number Mode ................................................................. 1-10

DMX Starting Channel Mode ....................................................... 1-11

Controlling Studio Spot With DMX ................................................... 1-12

Chapter 2

Operation ........................................................................... 2-1

Pan and Tilt ..................................................................................... 2-1

Color Functions................................................................................ 2-2

Color Wheel Positioning .................................................................... 2-3

Litho Functions ................................................................................ 2-4

Litho Wheel Positioning..................................................................... 2-5

Litho Rotation .................................................................................. 2-6

Frost .............................................................................................. 2-7

Focus ............................................................................................. 2-7

Iris ................................................................................................. 2-8

Strobing.......................................................................................... 2-9

Dimming ......................................................................................... 2-9

MSpeed ........................................................................................ 2-10

Factory Macros .............................................................................. 2-11

Control Channel ............................................................................. 2-11

Disabling MSpeed for Pan and Tilt................................................ 2-11

Remote Display Adjustment ........................................................ 2-12

Remote Homing ......................................................................... 2-12

Remote Lamp Control................................................................. 2-13

Remote Shutdown ..................................................................... 2-13

Chapter 3

Menu System ..................................................................... 3-1

Overview ........................................................................................ 3-1

Menu Navigation .............................................................................. 3-2

Address Menu ............................................................................... 3-14

Addressing the Fixture................................................................ 3-14

Information Menu........................................................................... 3-14

Viewing Lamp Status ................................................................. 3-14

Viewing Lamp Hours .................................................................. 3-15

Viewing Lamp Strikes................................................................. 3-15

Viewing System Version Number ................................................. 3-15

Resetting Lamp Hours ................................................................ 3-16

Viewing Fixture Hours ................................................................ 3-16

Resetting Fixture Hours .............................................................. 3-16

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Viewing the Current Internal Temperature......................................3-17

Viewing the Minimum Internal Temperature ...................................3-17

Viewing the Maximum Internal Temperature ..................................3-18

Resetting Temperature Readings ..................................................3-18

Viewing DMX Errors and Construct Values ....................................3-19

Viewing DMX Data by Channel Number ........................................3-19

Viewing Sensor Data ..................................................................3-20

Test Menu ..................................................................................... 3-20

Changing Boot Codes..................................................................3-20

Turning the Lamp On and Off.......................................................3-21

Viewing the Lamp Status ............................................................3-21

Homing the Fixture .....................................................................3-21

Moving the Fixture to Setup Position ............................................3-22

Self-Tests..................................................................................3-22

Mode Menu.................................................................................... 3-23

Crossloading Fixtures..................................................................3-23

Set Menu....................................................................................... 3-24

Reverting to the Factory Defaults .................................................3-24

Addressing By DMX Starting Channel or Fixture Number Mode ........3-24

Setting Display Intensity..............................................................3-25

Inverting Pan .............................................................................3-25

Inverting Tilt ..............................................................................3-26

Swapping Pan and Tilt ................................................................3-26

Setting the Fixture Shutdown Time...............................................3-26

Calibrating Pan...........................................................................3-27

Calibrating Tilt ...........................................................................3-27

Preset Menu................................................................................... 3-27

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Chapter 4

Preset Scenes .................................................................... 4-1

Overview ......................................................................................... 4-1

Understanding Preset Scene Terminology and Concepts ........................ 4-1

Editing Scenes.................................................................................. 4-2

Editing with the Menu System .......................................................4-2

Using the Time Parameter ....................................................... 4-3

Using Crossfade, Delay, and MSpeed ....................................... 4-3

Step-By-Step Editing Example .................................................. 4-4

Copying and Pasting Scenes ..........................................................4-6

Capturing DMX Data Into a Scene ..................................................4-6

Resetting (Re-Initializing) a Scene ...................................................4-7

Playing Back Scenes in Stand-Alone Mode ........................................... 4-8

Determining the Active Scene ........................................................4-8

Synchronizing Preset Playback............................................................ 4-9

Connecting and Addressing Fixtures for Synchronized Playback .......4-10

Playing Back Synchronized Scenes ...............................................4-11

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Appendix A

Troubleshooting and Maintenance ........................................ A-1

Overview ........................................................................................ A-1

Before You Begin ............................................................................. A-1

Support Checklist............................................................................. A-2

Acquiring Technical Support .............................................................. A-2

Troubleshooting ............................................................................... A-3

Display Error Messages................................................................. A-3

General Troubleshooting ............................................................... A-7

Upload Troubleshooting ................................................................ A-8

Onboard Self-Tests ......................................................................A-9

Testing DMX Data .......................................................................A-9

Maintenance.................................................................................. A-10

Replacing the Lamp.................................................................... A-10

Optimizing the Lamp .................................................................. A-12

Cleaning ................................................................................... A-13

Software Updates ...................................................................... A-14

Status Cue ......................................................................... A-14

Upload Dongle .................................................................... A-15

Another Studio Spot ............................................................ A-16

Appendix B

Accessory Installation.......................................................... B-1

Overview ........................................................................................ B-1

Before You Begin ............................................................................. B-1

Lens Installation ............................................................................... B-2

Dichroic Glass Installation.................................................................. B-4

LithoPattern, Gobo, and Effect Installation ........................................... B-7

Appendix C

Supplemental Information..................................................... C-1

Overview ........................................................................................ C-1

Converting DMX Values to MSpeed Times .......................................... C-1

Color Combinations .......................................................................... C-5

Calculating Beam Diameters .............................................................. C-6

Determining Macro Functions............................................................. C-7

Appendix D

Important Safety Information ................................................ D-1

Appendice D Importantes Informations Sur La Sécurité ......................... D-2

Anhang D Wichtige Hinweise Für Ihre Sicherheit .................................. D-3

Apéndice D Información Importante De Seguridad ................................ D-4

Appendice D Importanti Informazioni Di Sicurezza ................................ D-6

Appendiks D Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation........................................... D-7

Index................................................................................. IX1

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List of Figures

Front Dimensions................................................................................I-7

Side Dimensions .................................................................................I-7

Front Panel ...................................................................................... I-13

Left Side Panel .................................................................................I-14

Right Side Panel ............................................................................... I-14

Removing the Bezel............................................................................1-2

Road Case Construction Overhead View ...............................................1-3

Road Case Construction Side View ......................................................1-4

Data Cable Construction .....................................................................1-6

Terminator Construction .....................................................................1-7

Floor Installation ................................................................................1-7

Attaching Mounting Hardware .............................................................1-8

Safety Cable Installation .....................................................................1-8

Data In and Data Out Connectors ........................................................1-9

Daisy Chaining Fixtures ......................................................................1-9

Using the Front Panel .......................................................................1-10

MSpeed Values ............................................................................... 2-10

Menu System ....................................................................................3-1

Crossfade, Delay, and MSpeed Example ...............................................4-4

Synchronized Playback Example ..........................................................4-9

Data In and Data Out Connectors ......................................................4-10

Daisy Chaining Fixtures ....................................................................4-10

Removing the Lamp Access Cap ....................................................... A-10

Installing the Lamp.......................................................................... A-11

Lamp Optimization Screws............................................................... A-12

Device Code Upload Dialogue Box..................................................... A-14

Device Upload Status Information Window......................................... A-15

Removing the Bezel............................................................................B-2

Loosening the Lens Ring Thumb-Screw.................................................B-2

Replacing the Lens .............................................................................B-3

Locating the Color Wheels ..................................................................B-4

Factory Color Wheels and Index Positions .............................................B-5

Removing the Dichroic Glass ...............................................................B-5

Dichroic Glass Orientation...................................................................B-6

Determining The Coated Side of Dichroic Glass .....................................B-6

Locating the Litho/Effect Wheels .........................................................B-7

Factory Litho Wheel Positions..............................................................B-7

Removing the Securing Spring .............................................................B-8

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List of Tables

Lens Specifications............................................................................. I-9

Breaker Requirements ........................................................................ 1-5

DMX Starting Channels.................................................................... 1-11

Studio Spot Protocol Version 6 ......................................................... 1-13

Color Functions................................................................................. 2-2

Litho Functions ................................................................................. 2-4

Litho Rotation ................................................................................... 2-6

Frost Functions ................................................................................. 2-7

Iris Functions .................................................................................... 2-8

Strobe Functions ............................................................................... 2-9

Menu Map........................................................................................ 3-2

Display Error Messages ...................................................................... A-3

General Troubleshooting..................................................................... A-7

Upload Troubleshooting ..................................................................... A-8

DMX Values to MSpeed Times............................................................ C-1

Color Combinations ........................................................................... C-5

Calculating Beam Diameters ............................................................... C-6

Macro Functions ............................................................................... C-7

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Introduction

Congratulations and thank you for using the Studio Spot™ Automated

Projection and Effect Luminaire from Lightwave Research®.

About This Manual

This manual provides the means to setup and operate Studio Spot. This
manual is organized in the following sections:

Introduction—introduces you to this manual, provides the features,
specifications, accessories, and explains the front and side panel
functionality.

Chapter 1 Installation and Setup—explains how to install, setup, and
control the fixture.

Introduction

Chapter 2 Operation—describes how to use the fixture’s features.
Chapter 3 Menu System—provides information on using the menu system

and its functions.
Chapter 4 Preset Scenes—furnishes instructions on how to create, edit,

and playback preset scenes from the on-board memory.
Appendix A Troubleshooting and Maintenance—supplies directions for

troubleshooting problems, contacting technical support, routine
maintenance, and uploading software.

Appendix B Accessory Installation—gives instructions on installing lenses,
dichroic glass, LithoPatterns®, gobos, and effect glass.

Appendix D Important Safety Information—provides safety information in
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Danish.

Index—gives the page location(s) for pertinent terms and topics.

Manual Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

• a menu button will look like: press the <ENTER> button

• an L.E.D. display item on the front panel will look like: SET menu

• DOS prompts, computer file names, and input keyboard strokes will look like:
Type

a:\ setup.

Introduction I-1

Manual and Software Revisions

This manual and the operating software for Studio Spot are subject to
change. Please visit our web site, contact your Authorized High End
Systems dealer, or High End Systems for the latest updates.

Safety Instructions

• Heed all caution and warning messages throughout this manual and the
documentation that accompanies your fixtures.

• Servicing must be conducted by the manufacturer or other qualified service
personnel.

• Avoid allowing liquids in any form to come in contact with the fixture.

Caution and Warning Symbols

The following international symbols appear in margins throughout this
manual to highlight caution and warning messages.

Caution: This symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages. Ignoring
these messages could result in damage to equipment.

Warning: This symbol appears adjacent to High Voltage and Hazard
messages. Ignoring these messages could result in serious personal
injury.

This symbol indicates that the minimum distance to a lighted object is
1 meter.

This symbol indicates that eye protection is required.

This symbol indicates a hot surface.

This symbol indicates an explosion hazard.

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Studio Spot Feature Overview

Introduction

Switching power
supplies

USITT DMX-512
control

Convection cooling

Movement

Studio Spot features proprietary switching power sup­plies for the on-board electronics and the lamp power
supply. The fixture automatically operates on all inter
national voltages at 50 or 60 Hertz without changing a
power tap or making any adjustments.

Full control over all operating parameters of Studio
Spot is achieved via 24 channels of DMX-512 proto
col. This includes 16-bit accuracy for pan, tilt, and
gobo indexing; and 8-bit accuracy for all other parame
ters. All parameters are controlled by a built-in Motor­ola® 68340 microprocessor.

Studio Spot is convection cooled and does not use
fans. This dramatically prevents excess fog, smoke,
and dust particles from being introduced into the opti
cal system and ensures quiet performance.

The moving yoke design utilizes 16-bit pan and tilt
positioning accuracy over the 370° x 255° range of
movement. The drive systems produce extremely
smooth motion and near silent operation.

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Color capabilities

Rotating lithos and
rotating effects

Each of the two color wheels support five dichroic
glass filters plus open. Custom color filters may be
ordered from High End Systems and are easily
installed. These dichroic filters are interchangeable
with Studio Color® and Cyberlight®.

Studio Spot can project up to 35 combination patterns
using 10 rotating litho/effects (plus two open) located
on two independent wheels. Each wheel can be
independently indexed and rotated in either direction at
variable speeds. Superior optics support LithoPatterns®
at 3300 dots per inch (d.p.i.). ‘Slo’ and lenticular glass
effects are standard. Optional and custom
LithoPatterns, effect glass, and prisms are available
and are easily installed. Effect glasses are
interchangeable with Technobeam®, Technopro™,
and Technoray™ fixtures.

Introduction I-3

Custom 575 watt
discharge lamps

Studio Spot utilizes a custom MSR 575/2 lamp. The
MSR 575/2 provides a high color rendering index and a
high color temperature of 6200 K. An optional MSD
575 lamp is available for architectural applications. The
MSD 575 provides a color temperature of 5600 K and
enhanced lamp life.

Elliptical/spherical
reflector system

Special effect
functions

Factory macros

Frost

A custom elliptical/spherical reflector system (patent
pending) delivers an extraordinary (>50%) gain in light
output compared to systems in other fixtures.

Special effect functions provide color spins, random
color combinations, random gobos, or MSpeed to con
trol the color and litho wheels. The ‘blink’ function
quickly strobes the dimming system during color and/
or litho changes.

Complicated looks can be quickly programmed using
one of the 26 factory-programmed macros. Each
macro modifies a specific set of constructs to produce
a unique effect, while allowing the user to retain con
trol of all other constructs. Sequences can be created
by using an additional variable speed random macro.

A variable frost mechanism provides infinite beam dif­fusion. Thus the hard edge beam is easily softened to
create a wash effect. Frost effects include variable
periodic, random periodic, variable ramp/snap, and ran
dom ramp/snap strobes.

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Dimming

Iris

Focus

Lenses

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A smooth mechanical dimming system provides seam­less dimming without affecting the beam shape or the
color temperature output.

An independent iris can remotely manipulate the beam
diameter. Iris effects include variable periodic, random
periodic, variable ramp/snap, and random ramp/snap
strobes.

The variable remote focus lens can precisely focus on
either litho/effect wheel at any distance.

The standard lens provides an 18° beam angles.
Optional 13° and 30° lenses are available for narrow
and wide field projection. All lenses feature advanced
aberration correction. The aberration correction elimi
nates chromatic shifts, image distortion, spherical
astigmatism, and provides an impeccably flat focus
field.

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Introduction

Strobing

Internal preset scene
memory

Optical encoders

L.E.D. display

The dimming system provides instant blackout, vari­able and random speed strobes, variable and random
ramp/snap effects, and the blinking function. Addition
ally, Studio Spot can dim while strobing.

Up to 16 scenes can be programmed for playback
without a controller. Scenes can be programmed from
the front panel or ‘captured’ from DMX data. You can
playback data in stand-alone mode or synchronize play
back with up to 32 fixtures.

Studio Spot utilizes optical encoders for the pan and
tilt systems. The encoders automatically correct posi
tion(s) if the fixture is jolted from a programmed posi­tion.

A full function 15-segment four character alpha­numeric display allows the user to easily program all
functions of the fixture. A full set of diagnostic func
tions are available through the menu system. Studio
Spot can also serve as a DMX tester to view channel
values and DMX errors. The display can be remotely
turned on, off, or dimmed via DMX.

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L.E.D. status
indicators

Mounting

Stepper motors

Fixture shutdown,
lamp control, and
homing

Integral AC power
switch/breaker

Power factor
correction

Five L.E.D. indicators visually provide the status of
the lamp power supply, motor power supply, and
data.

Studio Spot can be truss mounted on 22-inch
centers in any orientation or it can be floor
mounted on its rubber feet.

All motors are digitally controlled steppers. They
provide precision control, high torque, smooth
movement, near quiet performance, and very long
life.

Fixture shutdown, lamp on/off, and homing can be
accessed remotely via DMX. You can also turn the
lamp on or off and home the fixture with the front
panel menu system.

The power switch/breaker is conveniently located on
the side of the fixture.

Studio Spot is fully power factor corrected to optimize
the light source's efficiency and deliver maximized
power economy.

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Power saving mode

When the dimming system is closed, the lamp insti­gates idle mode which decreases the wattage and
reduces heat. When the shutter is opened, the lamp
instantly returns to full power.

Ease of maintenance

Software updates

Safety

Specifications

Studio Spot has been designed for the professional
user. Studio Spot is constructed on the solid
premise of Studio Color. Changing the lamp is
quick (typically less than 30 seconds) and
convenient.

Operating software can be uploaded from the
Lightwave Research Upload Dongle, the Status
Cue® lighting console, or from another fixture,
thus keeping the fixtures constantly updated with
the latest version. The latest software version is
available through the High End Systems World
Wide Web Site.

The lamp cover is secured through its wiring harness
for additional safety. Multi-point grounding is provided
throughout for complete assurance of safe operation.
The bezel is secured to the unit by an additional safety
cable. The fixture and all electronics comply with
current UL, ETL, ETLc, CE, FCC, CSA, and EMC
standards for professional lighting fixtures.

Mechanical

Height: 713.34 mm (28.09 in.)
Width: 551.17 mm (21.7 in.)
Depth: 318 mm (12.52 in.)
Weight: 26.76 kg (59 lbs.)
For additional dimensions, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2.

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478.61 mm
(18.843 in.)

200.99 mm
(7.913 in.)

477.67 mm
(18.81 in.)

347.65 mm
(13.69 in.)

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33.27 m m
(1.31 in.)

484.63 mm
(19.08 in.)

Figure 1. Front Dimensions

305.03 mm
(12.01 in.)

566.88 mm

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53.72 m m
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130.58 mm
(5.14 in.)

39.50 mm
(1.56 in.)

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254.00 mm
(10.00 in.)

Figure 2. Side Dimensions

15.88 mm
(0.63 in.)

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Electrical

Rated voltage: 100–230 V.A.C.¹
Rated current: 7.0–3.0 A
Rated power: 700 W max
Rated frequency: 50/60 Hz
Max. ambient temperature, Ta: 40° C (104° F)
Max. exterior surface temperature: 200° C (392° F)
Power factor: 0.96 @ 230 V/50 Hz,

0.99 @ 100 V/60 Hz
Max. winding temperature, Tw: 130° C (266° F)
Max. capacitor temperature, Tc: 85° C (185° F)

¹Supports international voltages up to 250 V.A.C.

Optical System

Dichroic Glass

Diameter 44.323 mm ±0.25 (1.745 in. ±0.010)

Thickness 1.778 mm ±0.25 (0.070 in. ±0.010)

Note: the dichroic glass specifications for Studio Spot are identical to

Studio Color, Cyberlight, Cyberlight CX, and Cyberlight SV.

Effect Glass

Diameter: 36.322 mm ±0.25 (1.430 in. ±0.010

Image area: 31.750 mm ±0.25 (1.250 in. ±0.010)

Thickness: 3.175 mm ±0.25 (0.125 in. ±0.010)

Note: the effect glass specifications for Studio Spot are identical to

Technobeam, Technopro, and Technoray.

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LithoPatterns

Resolution: 3300 d.p.i.

Diameter: 36.449 mm ± 0.15 (1.435 in. ±0.006)

Image area: 31.750 mm ±0.25 (1.250 in. ±0.010)

Thickness: 1.778 mm ±0.25 (0.070 in. ±0.010)

Note: use the above specifications for metal gobos.

Lenses

Table 1: Lens Specifications

Introduction

Lens

Minimum Focal

Distance

Effective

Focal Length

F-Stop Elements

13º 1 M - ∞ 140 mm 1:2 4

18º 1 M - ∞ 100 mm 1:1.6 4

30º 1 M - ∞ 60 mm 1:1.8 5

Note: to determine which lens best suits your application, refer to

"Calculating Beam Diameters" on page C-6.

WARNING: risk of fire. Never light objects closer than 1 M.

Lamps

Lamp type: Philips® MSR 575/2 or

Philips MSD 575

MSR 575/2 color temperature: 6500 Kelvin

MSD 575 color temperature: 5600 Kelvin

WARNING: use only M Series, GX 9.5 Base, 575 watt, metal halide type lamp.

Notes: the above lamps were specifically designed for use in Studio Spot

and Studio Color. Additionally, mixing MSR 575/2 and MSD 575
lamp types will result in undesirable color points between fixtures.

Introduction I-9

Communication

Protocol: USITT DMX-512
Start code: 00h
Maximum load: 21 fixtures per DMX link
Required channels: 24
Termination: 120 Ω

Compliance

Studio Spot is compliant to the following standards:

• UL 1572, Third Edition

• CAN/CSA 22.2 Number 9, 1989

• EN 60598-1 : 1993

• EN 60598-2-17 : 1989 A1-A3 : 1993

• EN 55022, 1987 Class A ITE

• IEC 801-2, 1991 Level 2 (4/8 kV)

• IEC 801-3, 1991 Draft 5 Level 2 (3 V/m)

• IEC 801-4, 1988 Level 2 (1 kV/0.5 kV)

• FCC-Class A digital device

Accessories

The following subsections provide the accessories that are currently
available for Studio Spot by category. Their corresponding part number is
listed in the right column.

Cables and Connectors

10-foot heavy duty data cable with Neutrik XLRs 55050005
25-foot heavy duty data cable with Neutrik XLRs 55050006
50-foot heavy duty data cable with Neutrik XLRs 55050007
100-foot heavy duty data cable with Neutrik XLRs 55050008
Male XLR terminator 90404039
Neutrik 5/3 pin and 3/5 pin XLR convertor set 55050015

Controllers and Upload Devices

Status Cue® Lighting Console 22020002
Lightwave Research Upload Dongle 26040002

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Dichroic Filters

Aqua† 80510171
Blue 80510116
Dark Blue 80510061
CTO†† 80510246
Cyan† 80510244
Light Cyan† 80510245
Green 80510117
Indigo† 80510248
Magenta† 80510242
Orange 80510060

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Pink† 80510243
Purple 80510063
Red 80510170
Yellow† 80510247
Light Yellow† 80510241

† Factory installed.

Note: custom colors are available from High End Systems. Contact your

authorized dealer or High End Systems for ordering information.

Lenses

13° narrow field lens 80160029
18° standard field lens (factory installed) 80160030
30° wide field lens 80160031

Literature

Studio Spot User’s Manual 60600093
Studio Spot Quick Reference Card 60600119

Mounting Hardware

Cheeseborough clamp 55040014
Safety cable 12040001
Rubber feet 90410089

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LithoPatterns and Effects

Hollywood Stars† 14040125
Shatters† 14040126
Wavy Tunnel (indigo)† 14040127
Pickup Sticks 14040128
Lava (cyan)† 14040137
Lava (magenta)† 14040138
Triwing† 14040129
Building Blocks† 14040130
Studio Wedges 14040131
Gatlin Gun (red)† 14040136
Jax† 14040135
Lenticular Effect Glass† 80530031
Hammered Effect Glass 80530028
Slo Effect Glass† 80530029
Five Facet Prism 99090035

† Factory installed.

Notes: additional and custom LithoPatterns® and effect glass are available

from High End Systems. A complete catalogue is available on the High
End Systems web site. Contact your authorized dealer or distributor
for ordering information. The cyan and magenta Lava lithos are
combined to make up the Lava litho.

Road Cases

Keal road case for one fixture 39070001
Keal road case for two fixtures 39070002

Lamps

Philips MSR 575/2 lamp 55030052
Philips MSD 575 lamp 55030050
Note: the above lamps were specifically designed for High End Systems, Inc.

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Front and Side Panel Functionality

A
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Figure 3. Front Panel

A- Motor power supply indicator. This LED is on when the motor power supply

has voltage.

B- Lamp power supply indicator. This LED is on when the lamp is on, off if the

lamp is turned off, or flashing if there is a malfunction.

C- 5V supply indicator. This LED is on when the logic board is supplied with +5

volts.

D- Transmit data indicator. This LED is on when the fixture is the bus master (not

the controller), when the fixture is the master during a crossload, and during
preset playback.

E- Receive data indicator. This LED flickers to reflect received data.
F- 15-segment four character alpha-numeric L.E.D. display. The display provides

data, status, and internal diagnostic features.

G- <MENU> button. This button unlocks the menu system and backs out of the

current field.

H- <ENTER> button. This button enters the current field and stores data.
I- Down button. This button scrolls downward through data fields and values.
J- Up button. This button scrolls upward through data fields and values.

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KLM

K- Line cord.
L- DATA OU T connector.
M- DATA IN connector.
N- Breaker/power switch.

DANGER: INTENSE HEAT.

WARNING: DO NOT MOUNT ON A NORMALLY
FLAMMABLE SURFACE. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
ATTENTION: IMPROPRE A L'USAGE
DOMESTIQUE. EMPLACEMENTS SECS.
CAUTION: MAINTAIN 1M SEPARATION
BETWEEN FIXTURE AND FLAMM ABLE
MATERIALS. SURFACE TEMPERATURE MAY
REACH 200° C (t =40°C). NOT FOR

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ETL Listed

Conforms to

ANSI/UL-1572

Certified to CAN/CSA

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This device complies with par t 15 of the FCC Ru les.
Operation is subje ct to the following two conditi ons:

(1) This devi ce may not cause harmful inter feren ces, and

(2) this device must accept any interference that may cause

undesired ope ration.

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Chapter 1 Installation and Setup

In this chapter you will:

S unpack the fixture (1-1)
S register your fixture (1-2)
S construct a road case (1-3)
S construct a line cord cap (1-5)
S learn the power requirements (1-6)
S construct a data cable (1-6)
S construct a terminator (1-7)
S mount the fixture (1-7)
S connect data cables (1-9)
S power on the fixture (1-10)
S address the fixture (1-10)
S control the fixture with DMX 512 (1-12)

Unpacking Studio Spot

1

Setup

Installation and

In this section you will unpack your Studio Spot and verify that it arrived
complete and without any damage.

Save the shipping materials. Do not discard the shipping carton and packing
materials. The carton and packing materials are specifically designed to
protect the fixture during transport.

If you ever need to return a product for repair or maintenance, you must
return it in its original shipping carton and packing materials. If you return
your Studio Spot in a non-factory shipping carton or non-factory packing
materials, you will be billed for the materials.

Note: before returning anything to the factory, be sure to call your High End

Systems Dealer/Distributor for a Return Material Authorization Number.
The High End Systems cannot accept any goods shipped without an RMA
number. Refer to “Acquiring Technical Support” on page A-2.

Inspecting the Contents

The shipping carton contains the following items:

• Studio Spot fixture

• Philips MSR 575/2 lamp installed in the fixture

• Studio Spot User’s Manual

• Studio Spot Quick Reference Card

Chapter 1 Installation and Setup 1-1

Inspecting the Fixture

After unpacking the box, complete the following procedure to inspect the
fixture:

1. Place the fixture upright on a flat surface.

2. Inspect the fixture for physical damage.

3. Remove the bezel by releasing the two latches located in the middle of
the fixture head. Refer to Figure 1.1.

latch

4. Remove the safety cable from its latch and set the bezel aside.

5. Inspect the inside of the optical assembly for any visible damage to
glass components.

6. Replace the bezel, secure the safety cable to its clamp, and relatch the
bezel.

Registering Your Product

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Figure 1.1 Removing the Bezel

latch

It is extremely important that you register your Studio Spot with High End
Systems. To register your fixture, have your serial number(s) handy and
call toll free at 888-696-5711 or register on-line at http://info.highend.com/
service/service.html.

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