High End Systems x.Spot User Manual

User Manual

© High End Systems, Inc. 2001, 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.

Trademarks used in this text: Lightwave Research, High End Systems, Studio Color,
Studio Spot, Technobeam, Intellabeam, Dataflash AF1000, WholeHog II, and
LithoPatterns are registered trademarks; and HandShake, x.Spot, TalkBack, Studio Spot,
Lithomotion, ZoomTrack, Internal Effects, Light Burst, Electronic Strobe, the High End
Systems globe logo and the Hog logo are trademarks of High End Systems, Inc. or High
End Systems Europe Ltd. Belden is a registered trademark of Belden, Inc. Philips is a
registered trademark of Philips Lighting Company. Fram is a registered trademark of
Allied Signal. ETL and C-ETL are registered trademarks of Intertek Testing Services.
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 disclaims any
proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names owned by others.

x.Spot™ User Manual
P/N 60600174 Version 2.0 September, 2001
Printed in the USA

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Contacting High End Systems

US and the Americas
Sales Department: High End Systems, Inc.

2217 West Braker Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
voice: 512.836.2242
fax: [phone]

Customer Service: High End Systems, Inc.

2227 West Braker Lane
Austin, TX 78758 USA
voice: 800.890.8989
24-hour fax: [phone]
24-hour voice mail: 512.837.3063 or 800.890.8989

U.S. New York High End Systems, Inc. New York

311 W. 43rd Street, Ste 400
New York, NY 10036
voice: 210.957.6840
fax: [phone]

®

U.S. Los Angeles: High End Systems, Inc.

8200 Haskell Avenue
Van Nuys, CA 91406 US
voice: 818.947.0550
fax: [phone]

U.S. Orlando: voice 407.296.3359

fax: [phone]

Canada: voice: 416.335.8537

fax: [phone]

United Kingdom: High End Systems Europe LTD.

53 Northfield Road
London W13
voice: +44 20.8579.5665
fax: [phone]

Germany voice [phone]

fax: [phone]

Singapore: High End Systems Singapore Pte. Ltd.

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

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

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Declaration of Conformity

according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and

EN45104

Manufacturer’s name: High End Systems, Inc.

Distributor’s name: High End Systems, Inc.
Distributor’s address: 2217 West Braker Lane

Austin, Texas 78758 USA

Declares that the product

Product Name: x.Spot
Product Number: All
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 was first manufactured in compli­ance with the following standards in 2001:

Safety: EN 60598-1: 1997/A1:1998

EN 60598-2-17: 1989/A2:1991

EMC: EN 55022+A1+A2: 1987 Class A

EN55024: 1998
EN61000-4-2: 1995 Level 3, Cls2
EN61000-4-3: 1995 Level 2
EN61000-4-4: 1995 Level 2
EN61000-4-5: 1995 Level 2
EN61000-4-6: 1996 Level 2
EN61000-4-11: 1994
EN61000-3-2: 1995 Class A

USA, Wednesday, October 03, 2001
Kenneth Stuart Hansen, Compliance Engineer

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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.

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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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 C.
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 C.
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 C.
Vor der Montage, dem Zusammenbau und der Intbetriebnahme 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 C.
Si prega di leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di assemblare, montare e azionare
l’apparecchiatura.

Informacion Importante De Seguridad

En el Apéndice C 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.

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Symbols

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

Caution: This symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages. Not heeding

these messages could result in personal injury and/or damage to
equipment.

Warning: This symbol appears adjacent to high voltage warning messages.

Not heeding these messages could result in serious personal
injury.

This symbol indicates that a fire hazard is present. Not heeding these

messages could result in serious personal injury.

This symbol indicates that eye protection is required.

This symbol indicates an explosion hazard.

This symbol indicates the minimum distance to a lighted object, which in

this case, is 1 meter.

This symbol indicates a hot surface.

This symbol indicates that an object not be mounted on a flammable

surface

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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 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 provided, 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 (RMA) number from your dealer
or 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 an RMA number. Accompany all returned Product units or parts
with a written explanation of the alleged problem or malfunction. Ship returned Product
units or parts to: 2227 West Braker Lane, Austin, TX 78758 USA.

Note: Freight Damage Claims are invalid for fixtures shipped in non-factory boxes

and packing materials.

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, EXPRESS 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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Table of Contents

Contacting High End Systems® ....................................................................................................ii

Product Modification Warning ......................................................................................................iv

FCC Information .............................................................................................................................iv

Important Safety Information .........................................................................................................v

Symbols ...........................................................................................................................................vi

Warranty Information....................................................................................................................vii

Limited Warranty.............................................................................................................vii

Returning an Item Under Warranty for Repair .............................................................vii

Freight...............................................................................................................................vii

Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................... ix

Table of Figures ......................................................................................................................xv

List of Tables ..........................................................................................................................xvi

Chapter 1: Features and Specifications

Standard Configuration............................................................................................................... 1-1

x.Spot™ Features ......................................................................................................................... 1-2

Basic Fixture.......................................................................................................................... 1-2

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

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

Module Features ................................................................................................................... 1-3

Six-Wheel Color Mixing Module .................................................................................. 1-3

Dual Rotating Gobo Module ......................................................................................... 1-3

Rotating Gobo and Iris Module..................................................................................... 1-3

Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................... 1-4

Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 1-5

Physical Specifications .........................................................................................................1-5

Electrical Specifications .......................................................................................................1-6

Environmental Specifications .............................................................................................. 1-6

Dichroic, Litho, and Effect Specifications........................................................................... 1-6

Lamp Specifications.............................................................................................................. 1-6

Lens Specifications ............................................................................................................... 1-7

Cable and Connector Specifications.................................................................................... 1-7

Chapter 2: Setup and Configuration

Unpacking the Fixture................................................................................................................. 2-1

Save All Shipping Materials ................................................................................................. 2-1

Installing a Power Cord Cap ....................................................................................................... 2-2

Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only................................................................................ 2-2

Vatic Fitter Heads Information - Danmark ......................................................................... 2-2

Mounting the Fixture................................................................................................................... 2-3

Mounting the Fixture Upright.............................................................................................. 2-3

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Truss Mounting ..................................................................................................................... 2-3

Safety Cable ................................................................................................................... 2-5

Fixture Clamps ............................................................................................................... 2-5

Suggested Truss Mounting Procedure ................................................................................ 2-5

Linking the Fixtures..................................................................................................................... 2-6

Data Cabling and Connectors .............................................................................................. 2-6

DMX Data Cables .......................................................................................................... 2-6

Cable Connectors ........................................................................................................... 2-6

Setting up the Link ............................................................................................................... 2-7

Constructing a Terminator ................................................................................................... 2-8

Powering On the Fixture ............................................................................................................. 2-9

Homing the Fixture...................................................................................................................... 2-9

Viewing the Display Panel ................................................................................................... 2-9

Fixture Software Version .............................................................................................. 2-9

Fixture Configuration Type........................................................................................... 2-9

DMX Start Channel ..................................................................................................... 2-10

Error Message Display ................................................................................................ 2-10

Verifying and Uploading Fixture Software.............................................................................. 2-10

Setting the DMX Start Channel ................................................................................................ 2-11

Shutting Down the Fixture........................................................................................................ 2-12

Chapter 3: Fixture Operation

Direct x.Spot Menu System Access............................................................................................ 3-1

TalkBack™ Support for Remote Access ..................................................................................... 3-1

Navigating the Menu System ......................................................................................................3-2

The x.Spot Display................................................................................................................ 3-2

Navigational Basics............................................................................................................... 3-3

Display in Menu Locked Mode ............................................................................................ 3-3

Fixture Software Version .............................................................................................. 3-3

Fixture Configuration Type........................................................................................... 3-3

DMX Start Channel ....................................................................................................... 3-3

Error Message Display .................................................................................................. 3-4

Unlocking the Menu System ................................................................................................ 3-4

Exiting the Menu System ..................................................................................................... 3-4

The Menu System Structure ................................................................................................ 3-4

DMX Address Menu .................................................................................................................... 3-6

Setting DMX Start Channel ................................................................................................. 3-6

Determining DMX Start Channel Assignment ................................................................... 3-6

Onboard Presets Menu ................................................................................................................ 3-8

Playback Mode Menu ........................................................................................................... 3-8

Edit Scene ## Menu............................................................................................................. 3-8

Editing Scene Parameters by Slot ................................................................................ 3-9

Adding Timing to a Scene ........................................................................................... 3-11

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Zero Scene.................................................................................................................... 3-13

Copy Scene Menu ............................................................................................................... 3-13

Capture DMX to Scene....................................................................................................... 3-14

Default Presets .................................................................................................................... 3-14

Send Presets to Other Fixtures .......................................................................................... 3-15

Set Parameters Menu ................................................................................................................ 3-16

Factory Default Settings..................................................................................................... 3-16

Pan/Tilt Swap ...................................................................................................................... 3-16

Pan Invert ............................................................................................................................ 3-17

Tilt Invert ............................................................................................................................. 3-17

Display Invert ...................................................................................................................... 3-18

Display Level ....................................................................................................................... 3-18

Lamp Life Limit ................................................................................................................... 3-19

Data Loss Timeout .............................................................................................................. 3-19

Fixture Mode Menu .................................................................................................................. 3-20

Module Configuration Menu.............................................................................................. 3-20

Select User Mode ................................................................................................................3-20

Protocol Mode ..................................................................................................................... 3-21

Copy Users .......................................................................................................................... 3-21

Crossloading Fixture Software .......................................................................................... 3-21

Test Options Menu..................................................................................................................... 3-23

Homing the Fixture............................................................................................................. 3-23

Lamp State........................................................................................................................... 3-23

Copying the Boot Code....................................................................................................... 3-23

Self Test Menu .................................................................................................................... 3-24

Information Menu ..................................................................................................................... 3-25

Sensor Status Menu............................................................................................................ 3-25

Unique Number...................................................................................................................3-25

DMX Values Menu.............................................................................................................. 3-25

Temperatures Menu............................................................................................................ 3-26

Fixture Hours ...................................................................................................................... 3-27

Fixture Hours Reset............................................................................................................ 3-27

Lamp Hours......................................................................................................................... 3-27

Lamp Strikes ....................................................................................................................... 3-27

Lamp HR/Strike Reset ........................................................................................................ 3-27

Lamp Status......................................................................................................................... 3-28

Software Version................................................................................................................. 3-28

Display Errors ..................................................................................................................... 3-28

Channels Needed ................................................................................................................ 3-28

Next DMX Channel ............................................................................................................ 3-28

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Chapter 4: DMX Programming

x.Spot DMX Protocol................................................................................................................... 4-1

DMX Programming Options ....................................................................................................... 4-2

Show Creation with a DMX Controller ............................................................................... 4-2

Show Creation with Onboard Preset Menu ........................................................................ 4-2

Creating a Loop.............................................................................................................. 4-2

Playing Back a Loop ...................................................................................................... 4-3

Synchronizing Preset Playback .................................................................................... 4-3

DMX Parameter Descriptions..................................................................................................... 4-4

Basic Fixture Parameters ..................................................................................................... 4-4

Pan and Tilt ....................................................................................................................4-4

Lamp Function ............................................................................................................... 4-4

Shutter ............................................................................................................................ 4-5

Dim.................................................................................................................................. 4-6

Frost ................................................................................................................................ 4-7

Focus Control and Focus............................................................................................... 4-7

Zoom............................................................................................................................... 4-7

MSpeed (Motor Speed) ................................................................................................. 4-8

Macro.............................................................................................................................. 4-8

Control ............................................................................................................................ 4-9

Six-Wheel Color Mixing Module Parameters................................................................... 4-10

Static Color Function................................................................................................... 4-10

Static Color Position .................................................................................................... 4-11

Color Mix Function ...................................................................................................... 4-11

Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow ........................................................................................ 4-12

CTO and CTB ............................................................................................................... 4-12

Dual Rotating Gobos Module Parameters......................................................................... 4-13

Gobo Function.............................................................................................................. 4-14

Gobo Position ............................................................................................................... 4-14

Gobo Rotate Function.................................................................................................. 4-14

Gobo Rotate Coarse/Fine............................................................................................. 4-14

Rotating Gobo and Iris Module Parameters ..................................................................... 4-16

Gobo 2 Function........................................................................................................... 4-16

Gobo 2 Position ............................................................................................................ 4-17

Gobo 2 Rotate Function............................................................................................... 4-17

Gobo 2 Rotate Coarse/Fine.......................................................................................... 4-17

Iris ................................................................................................................................. 4-18

Chapter 5: General Maintenance

Replacing Parts ............................................................................................................................ 5-2

Replacing Fuses .................................................................................................................... 5-2

Replacing the Lamp ..............................................................................................................5-4

Optimizing the Lamp ............................................................................................................ 5-5

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Replacing a Driver Board ..................................................................................................... 5-6

Replacing Modules................................................................................................................ 5-7

Before Beginning .......................................................................................................... 5-7

Replacing a Rotating Gobo and Iris Module in Slot 3 ................................................. 5-8

Replacing a Dual Rotating Gobo Module in Slot 2...................................................... 5-9

Replacing a Six-Wheel Color Mix Module for Slot 1 ................................................ 5-10

Replacing Static Color Wheel Dichroic Wedges............................................................... 5-11

Replacing x.Spot Lithopatterns® and Effects Glass ........................................................ 5-12

Replacing Static Lithopatterns®................................................................................. 5-14

Cleaning the Glass Components ............................................................................................... 5-15

Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

LED States .................................................................................................................................... 6-1

Error Message Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 6-2

Display Error Messages................................................................................................. 6-3

Appendix A: x.Spot™ DMX Protocol

Appendix B: MSpeed Conversion Table

Appendix C Safety Information

Appendix D: Menu Map

Navigational Basics......................................................................................................................D-1

Level 1 Menus ..............................................................................................................................D-1

DMX Address Menu .............................................................................................................D-2

Onboard Presets Menu .........................................................................................................D-2

Set Parameters Menu .........................................................................................................D-15

Fixture Mode Menu ............................................................................................................D-16

Test Options Menu..............................................................................................................D-17

Information Menu ...............................................................................................................D-18

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List of Figures

Figure 1-1 x.Spot Fixture Components .................................................................................... 1-1

Figure 1-2 Module Interleaving in Standard x.Spot™ fixture ................................................ 1-2

Figure 1-3 x-Spot Dimensions ................................................................................................... 1-5

Figure 2-1 Removing and replacing the bezel ......................................................................... 2-1

Figure 2-2 Removing handles and side wings .......................................................................... 2-3

Figure 2-3 Baseplate configuration for standard truss sizes .................................................. 2-4

Figure 2-4 XLR 5-pin connector ................................................................................................2-7

Figure 2-5 Linking x.Spot fixtures ............................................................................................2-8

Figure 2-6 Data cable terminator ..............................................................................................2-8

Figure 2-7 The x.Spot menu system navigation buttons ....................................................... 2-11

Figure 3-1 Front panel display .................................................................................................. 3-2

Figure 3-2 x.Spot Menu System Overview ............................................................................... 3-5

Figure 3-3 Edit Scene Menu Options in Standard x.Spot ....................................................... 3-9

Figure 3-4 Assigning timing to a scene .................................................................................. 3-12

Figure 3-5 Automatic Display Invert feature. ........................................................................ 3-18

Figure 4-1 Synchronized Playback Example ........................................................................... 4-3

Figure 4-2 Example of synchronized playback. ....................................................................... 4-3

Figure 4-3 x.Spot color wheel assembly ............................................................................... 4-10

Figure 4-4 Static Color Wheel positions ............................................................................... 4-11

Figure 4-5 Wheels in the Dual Rotating Gobos module ........................................................ 4-13

Figure 4-6 Rotating Gobo 2 Lithopatterns ............................................................................. 4-16

Figure 5-1 Removing and replacing the bezel ......................................................................... 5-1

Figure 5-2 Locate and access fuses. .......................................................................................... 5-2

Figure 5-3 Replacing the lamp .................................................................................................. 5-4

Figure 5-4 Lamp optimization screws ...................................................................................... 5-6

Figure 5-5 Driver board configurations. ................................................................................... 5-6

Figure 5-6 Replacing a 2-phase driver board. .......................................................................... 5-7

Figure 5-7 Installing/Replacing Slot 3 Module. ........................................................................ 5-8

Figure 5-8 Installing/Removing Slot 2 Module. ....................................................................... 5-9

Figure 5-9 Removing/Installing Slot 3 module ....................................................................... 5-10

Figure 5-10 Removing the Static Color Wheel. ...................................................................... 5-11

Figure 5-11 Replacing Static Color Wedges .......................................................................... 5-11

Figure 5-12 Accessing Dichroic wedges in Static Color Wheel. ........................................... 5-12

Figure 5-13 Replacing a lithopattern or effects glass in a rotating gobo wheel. ................. 5-13

Figure 5-14 Replacing Static lithopatterns. ............................................................................ 5-14

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List of Tables

Table 3-1 Example: Determining DMX Start Channels on a Link .......................................... 3-7

Table 3-2 Module Identification............................................................................................... 3-20

Table 3-3 Self Test by Slot........................................................................................................ 3-24

Table 4-1 Parameters for a Standard Configuration x.Spot Fixture ..................................... 4-1

Table 4-2 Lamp Control and Shutter Parameter Settings...................................................... 4-5

Table 4-3 Frost Setting Descriptions ....................................................................................... 4-7

Table 4-4 Control Setting Descriptions ................................................................................... 4-9

Table 4-5 Static Color Function Descriptions....................................................................... 4-10

Table 4-7 Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow Setting Descriptions................................................ 4-12

Table 4-6 Color Mix Function Descriptions .......................................................................... 4-12

Table 4-8 Gobo Function Descriptions.................................................................................. 4-14

Table 4-9 Gobo Rotate Functions and Rotate Options ......................................................... 4-15

Table 4-10 Gobo 2 Function Descriptions............................................................................. 4-16

Table 4-11 Gobo2 Rotate Functions and Available Options ................................................ 4-17

Table 4-12 Iris Setting Descriptions ...................................................................................... 4-18

Table 5-1 Identifying blown fuses..............................................................................................5-3

Table 5-2 Fuse replacement ....................................................................................................... 5-3

Table 6-1 LED State .................................................................................................................... 6-1

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Chapter 1:
Features and Specifications

The x.Spot ™ luminaire integrates multiple advances in automated lighting
technology to give the lighting designer the ultimate hard-edge fixture for
professional applications. The modular design shown in Figure 1-1 includes three
user-configurable slots to allow maximum customization and upgradability.

Standard Configuration

A standard configuration for x.Spot includes the following modules:

• Slot 1—Six-Wheel Color Mixing

• Slot 2—Dual Rotating Gobos

• Slot 3—Rotating Gobo and Iris

Figure 1-1 x.Spot Fixture Components

1

Effects

SLOT 2

Dual Rotating

Gobos Module

LAMP ASSEMBLY

LENS ASSEMBLY

Gobo1

SLOT 3
Rotating Gobo
and Iris Module

Iris

Gobo2

SLOT 1
Six-Wheel Color
Mixing Module

TOP BO X

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In the standard x.Spot configuration, the wheels of the modules in Slots 2 and 3
interleave to allow for the maximum range of effects.

Figure 1-2 Module Interleaving in Standard x.Spot™ fixture

Slot 2

Dual Rotating Gobos

Effects Wheel

Gobo 1

x.Spot™ Features

Basic Fixture

Slot 3

Rotating Gobo and Iris

Iris

Gobo 2

• 4:1 f2.0 11-element zoom lens (11°–45°) with constant aperture and focus
tracking while zooming

• 630° Pan and 240° Tilt

•Variable frost

• Mechanical and electronic strobe

• Smooth, linear dimming

•Remote focus

• Independent electronic homing for fixture function groups

Operation

• USITT DMX-512 1990 Compatible

• ACN-ready Ethernet connector

• High-resolution optical encoders to monitor position and correct on the fly

• Onboard programming and playback

• TalkBack protocol support for automating remote patching, status updates, etc.

• Large dot matrix display

—allows for 2 lines of text
—automatic inversion based on fixture orientation

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Construction

• Flicker-free, electronic universal power supply (100–230V)(50-60Hz)

• Modular construction for easy upgrading and customizing

• Square base for universal truss mounting

• Easy head removal with clamshell bezels

• Ease of maintenance
—modularity
—interchangeable driver boards between modules
—minimum metric standard tool set

Module Features

Six-Wheel Color Mixing Module

• Smooth CMY color mixing

• Six-position dichroic color wheel with five (5) replaceable color filters plus open

• Variable Color Temperature Correction (3000°K –7500°K) through the use of CTO

and CTB filters

1

• Frost wedges on CTO and CTB filters to implement remote three-level beam

flatness adjustment

Dual Rotating Gobo Module

• Two Gobo wheels:
— Gobo wheel 1 has seven rotating, indexing Lithopatterns

stacking capability (plus open)

— Effects Gobo wheel has rotating, indexing glass effects in seven apertures

(plus open)

— Moire and overlay effects capability on two positions of Gobo wheel 1

®

glass gobos with

Rotating Gobo and Iris Module

• Gobo wheel 2 has seven rotating, indexing Lithopatterns® glass gobos with

stacking capability (plus open)

• Variable Iris

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Optional Accessories

The x.Spot optional accessories available from your High End Systems dealer/
distributor are listed in the table below. For more information about optional
accessories, contact either your High End Systems dealer/distributor, High End
System Sales, or visit the High End Systems Web site at www.highend.com. For
additional contact information, see “Contacting High End Systems®” on page ii.

Part Description Part Number

Replacement MSR700-SA lamp 55030054
Color wheel dichroic filters See Note
Lithopatterns See Note
Effect Glass See Note
HandShake Controller 10020001
Whole Hog II lighting console 25020001
Heavy duty 5-pin XLR cable (10’) 55050017
Heavy duty 5-pin XLR cable (25’) 55050018
Heavy duty 5-pin XLR cable (50’) 55050019
Heavy duty 5-pin XLR cable (100’) 55050020
Male 5-pin XLR terminator 90404039
Galvanized safety cable 12040001
Cheeseborough clamp 55040014
Lightwave Research Upload Dongle 26040002
Center-hole mounting brackets 80430080
Road case for x.Spot fixtures 46070001
Lithomotion module 46040001
Framing module 46040002

Note: Call High End Systems for information on standard or custom dichroic

color filters, lithopatterns and effect glass.

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Specifications

Physical Specifications

Height: 814.5mm (32.0 in)
Width: 521mm (20.6 in)
Depth: 520.8mm (20.5in)
Weight: 31.8kg (70lb)

Figure 1-3 x-Spot Dimensions

254mm
(10.0in)

470mm

(18.5 in)

172mm
(6.75in)

235mm
(9.25 in)

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521mm
(20.5in)

260mm

(10.25 in

343mm
(13.5in)

523mm
(20.6in)

533mm

(21in)

557mm
(21.9in)

470mm
(18.5 in)

426mm

(16.8in)

413mm

(16.25in

814mm
(32.0in)

125mm

(4.9in)

140mm

(5.5in)

142mm

(5.6in)

178mm

(7.0 in)

367mm
(14.4in)

472mm
(18.6in)

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Electrical Specifications

Warning: Class 1 equipment - This equipment must be earthed.

Selectable voltages: Universal Input from 100–230 VAC, (50–60Hz)

Rated power: 1200 W

Fuses: Motor power supply output: 2.5A, 250V slow blow only.

2- and 3-phase driver boards: 2.5A, 125 V, Slow Blow SMF
One external main fuse: 15A, 250V slow blow only

Environmental Specifications

Maximum ambient temperature, (Ta): 50° C (122°F)

Maximum exterior surface temperature: 130° C (266°F)

Minimum distance to flammable objects: 1m (3.28ft)

2

Minimum distance to lighted object: 2m (6.56ft)

Do not mount on a flammable surface.

Dichroic, Litho, and Effect Specifications

Dichroic Glass

• Thickness: 1.8 mm ± 0.25 mm (0.069in ± 0.010in)

LithoPatterns

• Diameter: 36.45mm ± 0.13 mm (1.435in ± .006)

• Image area: 31.75mm ± 0.25 mm (1.250in ± 0.010in)

• Thickness (rotating litho): 1.78mm ± 0.13 mm (.070 in ± .006)

• Thickness (static litho):1.78mm ± 0.13 mm (.070 in ± .006)

Effect Glass

• Diameter: 36.45mm ± 0.13 mm (1.435in ± .006)

• Image area: 31.75mm ± 0.25 mm (1.250in ± .010)

• Maximum thickness: 3.81mm (.150 in)

Lamp Specifications

• Lamp type: Philips MSR700SA 700W short arc

• Color temperature: 5600 K

• Life: 500 hours

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Lens Specifications

•Zoom Ratio: 4:1

• Effective focal length: 41mm–165mm

• Full field of view range: 11.8°–45.2°

Cable and Connector Specifications

DMX data cables:

Belden
the following characteristics:

DMX data connectors:

®

9842 or equivalent (meets specifications for EIA RS-485 applications) with

• Two twisted pairs (4-conductors) plus a shield

• Maximum capacitance between conductors: <15 pF/ft.

• Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield: 55 pF/ft.

• Maximum resistance: 20 /1000 ft.

• Nominal impedance: 120

• 5-pin male and female XLR connectors

1

DMX data terminators:

• 5-pin male XLR connector with 120 ohm termination resistor

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1-8 Features and Specifications x.Spot™ User Manual

Chapter 2:
Setup and Configuration

Unpacking the Fixture

Unpack the x.Spot fixture and verify that it is undamaged. Inspect both the outside of
the fixture for physical damage and the optical assembly for damage to glass
components. To access the optical assembly, loosen the three (3) captive screws on
each side of the fixture head. Remove the bezel by lifting away from the base and
toward the lens, see Figure 2-1.

If there is damage, notify both the shipping agent and the sales agent immediately.

When replacing the bezel, ensure that it is fitted securely in the yoke channel on both
sides of the fixture as shown in Figure 2-1.

Figure 2-1 Removing and replacing the bezel

2

Captive Screws

Bezel channel in
yoke arm

Save All Shipping Materials

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

High End Systems® assumes no responsibility for products that are damaged during
transport. Return a product for repair in its original shipping carton and packing
materials.

x.Spot ™ User Manual Setup and Configuration 2-1

Before sending anything to the factory, call your High End Systems dealer/distributor
for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. The factory cannot accept any
goods shipped without an RMA number.

Installing a Power Cord Cap

X.Spot fixtures are shipped without an attached power cord cap. Different locations
(even within the same country) may require a different power cord cap to connect
the fixture to a power outlet.

Because of the variety of power cord caps used worldwide, High End Systems, Inc.
cannot make specific recommendations for the power cord cap.

Contact a local authority for the type of power cord cap needed. When installing the
power cord cap, note that the cores in the mains lead are colored in accordance with
the following code:

• green and yellow = earth

•blue = neutral

• brown = live

Warning: Class 1 equipment - This equipment must be earthed.

Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. Only

In the United Kingdom, the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment
may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in the
fixture’s plug. Therefore, install a line cord cap in accordance with the following
code:

• The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the plug
terminal which is marked with the letter “E,” or by the earth symbol , or
coloured green, or green and yellow.

• The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter “N” or coloured black.

• The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which
is marked with the letter “L” or coloured red.

Warning: Class 1 equipment - This equipment must be earthed.

Vatic Fitter Heads Information - Danmark

Advarsel: Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock.

Vigtigt!

Lederne med gul/groen isolation maa kun tilsluttes en klemme maerket

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Mounting the Fixture

Mount x.Spot fixture either upright (on the fixture’s base), in any orientation
suspended from a support system (such as a truss) or permanently to a wall or
ceiling.

Warnings:Equipment suitable for dry locations only. Do not expose this

equipment to rain or moisture.

Maintain a minimum distance of 1 m (3.28 ft.) from combustible

materials.

2

Maintain a minimum distance of 2 m (6.56 ft.) from illuminated

object.

Do not mount on a flammable surface.

Use a secondary safety cable when mounting this fixture.

Mounting the Fixture Upright

Caution: Do not mount the fixture upright without the four rubber feet.

To mount the fixture upright, make sure that all four rubber feet are installed on the
fixture’s base and place the fixture on a sturdy, stable surface that will support more
than the 32kg (70lbs) weight of the x.Spot fixture. If the surface is above floor height,
use safety cables to secure the fixture to the surface .

2

Truss Mounting

When mounting the fixture
on a truss or another type
of support, verify the truss
or support will handle the
combined weight of all the
devices on the truss.

The x.Spot fixture has two
available mounting
brackets. The standard
mounting bracket
maximizes handle comfort
while allowing diagonal single-pole truss mounting. Optional Center-hole mounting
brackets allow for traditional single pole mounting, see “Optional Accessories” on
page 1-4.

Both mounting bracket styles install on the fixture in the same way. Handles
and mounting brackets can also be removed entirely to accommodate unique
installations, see Figure 2-2.

Figure 2-2 Removing handles and side wings

A

To remove side wings:

Remove 2 screws from
each handle (A) and
detach

Remove screw from the
bottom of each rubber

B

foot (B)

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X.Spot fixtures are designed for 3- or 4-point installation on standard 12, 16 or
181/2 in. truss and are easily adapted for intelligent (retractable) truss mounting.
Figure 2-3 shows some basic mounting options.

Figure 2-3 Baseplate configuration for standard truss sizes

254.0mm

10.0in
127 mm

5.0 in

406.5mm

16.0in

470.0 mm

18.5in

235.0mm

9.25in

235.0mm

9.25in

470.0mm

18.50in

342.9mm

13.5in

171.5mm

6.75in

406.5mm

16.0in

13.5mm
.53in

12in x 12in Light Duty

Single Pipe Mounting

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12in x 18in Light Duty

Single Pipe Mounting with optional brackets

20.5in x 20.5in Medium Duty

Safety Cable

High End Systems strongly recommends using safety cables when mounting any
fixture. Verify the cable used is capable of supporting the weight of the fixture.
Galvanized safety cables can be ordered from your High End Systems dealer/
distributor (see “Optional Accessories” on page 1-4).

Fixture Clamps

Verify that fixture clamps used are capable of supporting the weight of the fixture.
Deluxe C-clamps for a two-inch truss are available from your High End Systems
dealer/distributor (see “Optional Accessories” on page 1-4).

Suggested Truss Mounting Procedure

Note: Due to the wide variety of possible lighting designs, High End Systems

cannot make specific mounting recommendations. Consider the following
procedure as a suggested guideline only.

You w i l l n e ed :

• safety cables (2)

•clamps (3 or 4)

• locking washers (3 or 4)

1. Disconnect power to the fixture. If it has been operating, allow the fixture to cool
for five minutes before handling.

2. At least 2 people are required to mount the x.Spot fixture with one person on
each side supporting and attaching that side of the fixture. Once the clamps are
attached, one person can support the fixture while the other attaches safety
cables.

2

Always stand on a firm, stable surface when mounting a fixture to its support.
The fixture should be at a comfortable working height, and should either be
resting on a stable surface, or held in a stable manner. Do not allow one person to
both support and mount the fixture.

3. Attach suitable clamps through the holes on the base of the fixture. Use locking

washers when attaching the clamps to the fixture’s base.

4. Tighten the clamps firmly to the fixture’s base and to the support.

5. Loop one or more suitable safety cables around the support, around the fixture’s
base, and through the fixture’s handles.

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Linking the Fixtures

X.Spot fixtures can be linked to other fixtures on a standard DMX 512 link and then
be controlled by the first fixture on the link or a DMX controller.

The number of fixtures on a link will be determined by the combined number of
channels required by all the fixtures. The standard configuration for an x.Spot
fixture requires 38 channels on a DMX 512 link.

When connecting more than 32 fixtures to a link, use a DMX splitter. The 32 device
limit complies with the EIA-485 standard. Connecting more than 32 devices per link
without a DMX splitter will eventually deteriorate the digital signal.

Controllers, serial data distributors, data line optoisolators, and any fixtures using

®

the RS-422 DMX standard of serial communications (including Dataflash

®

xenon strobes, and Intellabeam
TalkBack™ protocol on a link. Therefore, make sure to either put all of these devices
after the x.Spot™ fixture on the link, or bypass these devices when performing
software uploads or crossloads.

fixtures) block software uploads, crossloads, or

Data Cabling and Connectors

AF1000

To link one or more fixtures to a controller and/or to each other, obtain data cabling.
Cabling can be purchased from High End Systems (see “Optional Accessories” on
page 1-4) or constructed.

High End Systems recommends data-grade cable. Data-grade cable is designed to
carry a high-quality signal with less susceptibility to electromagnetic interference.

DMX Data Cables

Use Belden® 9842 or equivalent (meets specifications for EIA RS-485 applications)
data cables with the following characteristics:

• Two twisted pairs (4-conductors) plus a shield

• Maximum capacitance between conductors: <15 pF/ft.

• Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield: 55 pF/ft.

• Maximum resistance: 20 /1000 ft.

• Nominal impedance: 120

Cable Connectors

The x.Spot fixture accepts 5-pin XLR cable connectors. Cabling must have a male
XLR connector on one end of the cable and a female XLR connector on the other
end.

Pin one is the common (cable shield), pin two is the data complement (negative), pin
three is the data true (positive). Pins four and five are not used, but they allow a
secondary data link to pass through the fixture, (see Figure 2-4).

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