Qtx ZP18 User Manual

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Qtx ZP18 User Manual

ZP18

ZOOM LED PAR CAN

Item ref: 154.018UK User Manual

Caution: Please read this manual carefully before operating

Damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the ZP18 zoom PAR can as part of your stage lighting equipment. This product is designed to provide bright illumination and vivid colours in various beam angles for stage and theatre shows. Please read these instructions fully in order to gain the best results from this item and avoid damage to the unit through misuse.

Unpacking

Your ZP18 should reach you in good condition and should be supplied with IEC mains lead(s)

If there are any signs of damage or items missing from the packaging, contact your dealer immediately.

Warning

To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose electrical parts to rain or moisture.

If any liquids are spilled on the ZP18, allow it to dry out and have it checked by qualified service personnel before further use.

Avoid any impact, dropping or extreme pressure to the housing. No user serviceable parts inside - do not open the case.

Allow the ZP18 to acclimatize to room temperature before operating. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Safety Symbol and Message Conventions

 

 

CAUTION

AVIS

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

DO NOT OPEN

NE PAS OUVRIR

 

 

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit

This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.

Safety

Check for correct mains voltage and condition of the IEC lead before connecting to a power outlet

Check the condition of DMX control leads before connecting to a controller

This unit can produce very bright output. Do not look directly into the LEDs whilst powered up.

This unit must be earthed

Cleaning

Use a soft dry or slightly damp to clean the casing

Do not use strong solvents for cleaning the unit

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Placement

The ZP18 has a built-in dual “U” bracket, which can allow the can to be free standing or fixed to trussing.

If free standing, ensure that the ZP18 is positioned on a stable, non-slip surface.

If mounted at height onto a truss or stand, it is advised to use a drop wire for additional safety. Allow adequate space for access to the controls and to avoid straining cables and connections.

Rear Panel

1. DMX out XLRF connector

2. LED digit display

3. Control panel

4. Mains inlet wire (terminates to IEC male)

5. DMX in XLRM connector

6. Mains fuse 5 x 20mm F3A 250V

Setting Up

The ZP18 has a hard-wired lead with an in-line IEC plug for mains power connection (4)

Connect to a mains outlet using the supplied IEC mains lead, ensuring that the voltage and current capacity are correct for powering the ZP18.

The ZP18 can operate as a stand-alone item from internal programs or from DMX512 signal.

Standalone modes are shown below.

Mode

Details

 

STAT

Static colour with strobe and zoom options

 

 

 

AUTO

AT01-AT10

Built-in auto preset sequences

 

 

PR01-PR10

Stored user programmable sequences

 

SOUd

2 sound-activated modes

RUN

DMX enables control from a DMX512 signal

SLAV sets the fixture to mimic a standalone ZP18 connected to the DMX input

 

The setup of the fixture is accessed via the onboard menu as shown on the next page.

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