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Edition Notes
installation, programming, operation, and maintenance of the Ilumicode V 2.21
ILUMINARC® released this edition of the Ilumicode V 2.21 User Manual Rev. 3 in May
2015. Read the guide that shipped with the Ilumicode V 2.21
installing, operating, or maintaining this product.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 1
What Is In The Box .................................................................................................................................. 1
Unpacking Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 1
Claims ..............................................................................................................................................................1
Text Conventions ..................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Notes ............................................................................................................................................ 2
Personal Safety ................................................................................................................................................2
Mounting and Installation .................................................................................................................................2
Power and Wiring .............................................................................................................................................2
Operation .........................................................................................................................................................2
2. Product Description ............................................................................................................. 3
Features ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Additional Features ..........................................................................................................................................3
Overview .................................................................................................................................................. 4
Dimensions .............................................................................................................................................. 5
3. Installatio n ............................................................................................................................ 6
Mounting .................................................................................................................................................. 6
Power ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
DMX Linking ............................................................................................................................................ 6
4. Operation .............................................................................................................................. 7
Ilumicode Panel Description .............................................................................................................................7
Product Compatibilit y ............................................................................................................................... 7
Programming ........................................................................................................................................... 7
DMX Personality ..............................................................................................................................................7
DMX Starting Address ......................................................................................................................................7
Dmx Values ......................................................................................................................................................7
Static Colors .....................................................................................................................................................8
Dimmer ............................................................................................................................................................8
Color (Full Color Products) ...............................................................................................................................8
Whites Setting (Full Color Products) ................................................................................................................8
Reset to Factory Settings .................................................................................................................................8
Menu Map ................................................................................................................................................ 9
5. Technical Information ........................................................................................................ 10
Product Maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 10
Product Repairs ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................................................................... 11
LED Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................................... 12
LED Life ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
LED Binning ................................................................................................................................................... 12
Color Rendering Index (CRI) .......................................................................................................................... 12
Return Procedure .................................................................................................................................. 13
Contact Us .............................................................................................................................. 13
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 14
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1. Introduction
A range of values in the text
A set of mutua lly exclusive values i n the text
The name of another publication or manual
A button on the product’s control panel
A product function or a menu option
A sequence of menu opti ons
A range of menu values fr om which to choose in a me nu
A set of two mutually exclusive menu options in a menu
A unique val ue to enter or select in a menu
Introduction
Critical
installation,
operation information.
Failure to comply with this
information may render the
product partially or
completely inoperative,
damage third-party
equipment, or cause harm
to the user
information. Failure to
comply with this
information may prevent
the product from
functioning correctly.
refers to the USITT
DMX512-A transmission
protocol.
configuration, or
Important
installation or
configuration
Useful
information.
The term “DMX”
used throughout
this document
What Is In The Box
• Ilumicode V 2.21
• One signal connector (XLR to clips)
• Two AA batteries
• Warranty Card
• Quick Reference/Start Guide
Unpacking Instructi ons
Immediately upon receiving a product from ILUMINARC®, carefully unpack the carton.
Check the contents of the box to ensure that all parts are present and that they are in good
condition.
Claims
The carrier is responsible for any damage incurred during shipping. Therefore, if the received
merchandise appears to have b een damaged during shipping, the custo mer must submit the
damage report and any related claims to the carrier, not ILUMINARC®. The customer must
submit the report upon receipt of the damaged merchandise. Failure to do so in a timely
manner may invalidate the customer’s claim with the carrier.
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping, or
concealed damage, the customer must make claims to ILUMINARC® within 7 days of
receiving the merchandise.
Text Conventions
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Introduction
There are no
user-serviceable
parts inside this
product. Any reference to
servicing you may find in
this User Manual will only
apply to properly certified
ILUMINARC® technicians.
Do not open the housing
or attempt any repairs
unless you are certified to
do so.
regulations for the proper
installation of this product.
product to another user,
make sure that they also
receive this manual.
may require service,
please contact
ILUMINARC® Technical
Support.
Please refer to all
applicable local
codes and
Keep this manual
for future
consultation. If
you sell this
In the unlikely
event that your
Ilumicode V 2.21
Safety Notes
Please read all the following Safety Notes carefully because they include important
information on how to install, use, and maintain this product safely or any Iluminarc product
connected to it.
Personal Safety
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
• Always discon nect this product from its power source before servicing.
• Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Mounting and Installation
• This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this
product to rain or moisture.
• Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.
• CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments,
(e.g. cold truck to warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal
electronics of the product. To avoid causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate
to the surrounding environment before connecting it to power.
Power and Wiring
• Always make sure that yo u are connec t ing the products associated to the Ilumicode
V 2.21 to the proper voltage, as per the specifications in the product’s manual or on the
product’s sticker.
• Never connect this product to a dimmer pack.
Operation
• The maximum ambient temperature is 113° F (45° C). Do not operate this product at a
higher temperature.
• In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!
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