ProSpot
1^ edizione settembre 1999
st
edition september 1999
TAS s.r.l. Via Svizzera, 7
46042 Castel Goffredo (Mantova) Italy
tel. 0376 780497 - fax 0376 780844
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ProSpot
numero di serie/serial number
data di acquisto/date of purchase
fornitore/retailer
indirizzo/address
cap/città/suburb
provincia/capital city
stato/state
tel./fax/
Prendete nota, nello spazio apposito, dei dati relativi al modello e al rivenditore del vostro
ProSpot: in caso di richiesta di informazioni, pezzi di ricambio, servizi di riparazione o altro ci
permetteranno di assistervi con la massima rapidità e precisione.
Please note in the space provided above the relative service information of the model and the retailer from whom you purchased your ProSpot: This information will assist us in providing spare parts,
repairs or in answering any technical enquiries with the utmost speed and accuracy.
ATTENZIONE: la sicurezza dell’apparecchio è garantita solo con l’uso appropriato delle presenti
istruzioni, pertanto è necessario conservarle.
WARNING: the security of the fixture is granted only if these instructions are strictly followed; therefore it is absolutely necessary to keep this manual.
Index
1.Packaging
2.Transportation
3.Important safety information
4.Lamp: installation and replacement
5.Operating voltage and frequency
5.1 Selecting operating voltage on the ProSpot power supply
6. Mounting the unit
7. Mains connection
8. Signal connection
9. Powering up
10. DMX addressing
11. Display panel functions
12. DMX 512 channel functions
13. Aligning the lamp in the optical path
14. Automatic repositioning features
15.Gobo Replacement
16. Maintenance
17. Test
17.1 Manual testing of each motor (MAnU)
17.2 DMX level readout (dMin)
17.3 Internal temperature readout (
tEMP)
18. Function settings
18.1 Turning off the display (dISP)
18.2 Adjusting display intensity (dint)
18.3 Inhibiting lamp on/off via DMX (dLoF)
18.4 Adjusting fan speed (FAnS)
18.5 Automatic lamp on when fixture is switched on (LAAU)
18.6 Resetting default function settings (dFSE)
19. Electronic alignment of motors
19.1 Calibrating via an external signal source
19.2 Calibrating via ProSpot’s on-board controls
20.Error messages
21. Spare parts
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Congratulations on having purchased a tas product. You have assured yourself of a fixture of the highest quality, both in
componentry and in the technology used. We renew our invitation to you to complete the service information on the previous
page, to expedite any request for service information or spares (in case of problems encountered either during, or subsequent to, installation). This information will assist in providing prompt and accurate advice from your tas service centre.
1. Packaging Following the instructions and procedures outlined in this manual will ensure the
maximum efficiency of this product for years to come.
Open the packaging and ensure that no part of the equipment has suffered dama-
ge in transit. In case of damage to the equipment, contact your carrier immediately
by telephone or fax, following this with formal notification in writing.
packing list
Ensure the packaging contains:
1 ProSpot
1 additional mounting plate
1 instruction manual
2. Transportation The ProSpot should be transported in its original packaging or in a tas approved
flight case.
We recommend the use of a suitable flight case which will stop the articulated
movement of the ProSpot during transportation.
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3. Important safety Fire prevention:
information 1. ProSpot utilises a Philips MSD 200w or 250w MH or equivalent lamp; use of
any other lamp is not recommended and will null and void the fixture’s warranty
2. Never locate the fixture on any flammable surface.
3. Minimum distance from flammable materials: 0,5 m.
4. Minimum distance from the closest illuminable surface: 2 m.
5. Replace any blown or damaged fuses only with those of identical values. Refer
to the schematic diagram if there is any doubt.
6. Connect the projector to main power via a thermal magnetic circuit breaker.
Prevention of electric shock:
1. High voltage is present in the internals of the unit. Isolate the projector from
mains supply prior to performing any function which involves touching the internals of the unit, including lamp replacement.
2. For mains connection, adhere strictly to the guidelines outlined in section 7 of
this manual.
3. The level of technology inherent in the ProSpot requires the use of specialised
personnel for all service applications; refer all work to your authorised tas service centre.
4. A good earth connection is essential for proper functioning of the projector.
Never operate the unit without proper earth connection.
5. The fixture should never be located in an exposed position, or in areas of extreme humidity. A steady supply of circulating air is essential.
Protection against ultraviolet radiation:
1. Never turn on the lamp if any of the lenses, filters, or the housing is damaged; their
respective functions will only operate efficiently if they are in perfect working
order.
Never look directly into the lamp when it is operating.
Safety:
1. The projector should always be installed with bolts, clamps, and other fixings
which are suitably rated to support the weight of the unit.
2. Always use a secondary safety chain of a suitable rating to sustain the weight of
the unit in case of the failure of the primary fixing point.
3. The external surface of the unit, at various points, may exceed 80°C. Never handle the unit until at least 10 minutes have elapsed since the lamp was turned off.
4. Always replace the lamp if any physical damage is evident.
5. Never install the fixture in an enclosed area lacking sufficient air flow; the
ambient temperature should not exceed 45°C.
6. A hot lamp may explode. always wait for at least 10 minutes to elapse after the
unit has been turned off prior to attempting to replace the lamp.
Always wear suitable hand protection when handling the lamp.
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4. Lamp: ProSpot utilises a Philips MSD 200W or 250W MH or equivalent.
Installation and The lamp is available from your authorised tas sales agent:
replacement tas cod. LM 5210
wattage 200 w
luminous flux 13500 lm
colour temperature 6600° K
base GY 9,5
approximate life 3000 hours
tas cod. LM 5214
wattage 250 w
luminous flux 17000 lm
colour temperature 6600° K
base GY 9,5
approximate life 2000 hours
The fixture’s internal temperature can reach 150° C after 5 minutes, with a maximum peak of 350° C; ensure that the lamp is cold prior to attempting removal. The
fixture should be allowed to stand and cool for 10 minutes prior to its removal.
MSD lamps are part of the mercury vapour family of discharge lamps and must be
handled with great care. The lamp operates at high pressure, and the slight risk of
explosion of the lamp exists if operated over its recommended life.
We recommend, therefore, that the lamp be replaced within the manufacturer’s specified lamp life.
mounting the lamp
1) Using a Philips head screwdriver remove the 4 which affix the top cover, located
as shown in the following diagram.
2) Remove the lampcover by removing the three thumbscrews as shown in the diagram.
Attention
Disconnect mains prior to opening up the unit
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2 screws
top cover
bottom cover
Lamp cover
3 fastening screws
2 screws
3) Locate the lampholder
4) Insert the lamp. The lamp is manufactured from quartz glass and should be handled with care; always adhere to the instructions supplied in the lamp’s packaging.
Never touch the glass directly, use the tissue provided in the lamp’s packaging.
The GY 9.5 lampholder is asymmetrical in construction, therefore make sure that
the correct pin is lined up into its respective socket. DO NOT USE UNDUE
FORCE. In case of difficulty, re-read the instructions and repeat the procedure.
5) The optimal distance between the lamp and the lense is 1-1,5 mm. Should this
not be the case, use the adjusters located on the fixture to rectify this situation.
See chapter 14 “Aligning the lamp in the optical path”.
6) Reposition the lampcover and refasten the three thumbscrews. Next replace the
fixture’s housing and refasten the four screws.
Prior to igniting the new lamp, reset the lamp life counter as described in section
11 “Display panel functions.”
Attention: we recommend that the lamp be realigned in the optical train of the
unit to avoid overheating of the dichroic filters and other internal components of
the unit. refer to section 14 for instructions about this procedure.
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5. Operating voltage The projector may operate at either 208, 230 or 240 V.at 50 or 60 Hz; tas presets
and frequency (barring specific requests), a voltage of 230 V and a frequency of 50 Hz.
If this preset does not correspond with the conditions in your particular country of
operation, follow the instructions in the sections which follow.
Incorrect frequency and voltage selection will detrimentally affect the
operation of the projector.
5.1 Setting the operating frequency on the ballast of the ProSpot.
1) Remove the four screws (A) on the side plate of the projector’s base, using a
Philips head screwdriver; remove the plate, thereby allowing complete internal
access to the base of the ProSpot.
4) Locate the terminal block labeled 50 or 60Hz to which the cable determining operating frequency is attached.
5) Move this cable to either the 50 or 60Hz position as required.
6) After having moved the cable and tightened it firmly in place, replace the housing and refasten the screws (A).
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6. Mounting the unit mounting
ProSpot can operate in any mounting position.
The structure from which the unit is hung should be of sufficient rating to hold the
weight of the unit, as should any clamps used to hang the unit.
The structure should also be sufficiently rigid so as not to move or shake whilst the
ProSpot moves during its operation.
The M8 mounting holes in the base of the ProSpot marked A1 A2 B1 B2 allow
the projector to have hook clamps fitted for the purpose of hanging.
The mounting plate shown below may be affixed to the base of the ProSpot using
M10 bolts, the slots allowing varying angles of mounting to be attained as well
as being able to be mounted on truss of various dimensions.
protection against liquids
The projector contains electric and electronic components that must not come into
contact with water, oil, or any other liquid.
movement
The projector has a movement of 530° in the base and 280° in the yoke; DO NOT
place any obstructions in the path of the projector’s movement.
safety chain
The use of two safety chains (cod. 069) - fixed to the ProSpot and to the primary
suspension point, is highly recommended to protect against accidental failure,
however unlikely, of the primary suspension point.
If using an after-market safety chains not manufactured by tas, ensure that they are
of sufficient rating to hold the weight of the fixture.
The safety chains are affixed via the 2 holes provided in the base of the unit, as
shown in the following diagram.
risk of fire
Each fixture produces heat and must be installed in a well-ventilated position. The
minimum recommended distance from flammable material is: 0.5m. Minimum
distance from the object being illuminated is: 2 m.
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forced ventilation
You will note that the projector’s housing contains several air entry points and fan
outlets, positioned both on the head and the base of the unit; under no circumstances should any of these points be obstructed!
Obstruction of any of these points will result in the overheating of the unit, detrimentally and seriously affecting the proper operation of the ProSpot.
On this point, read section 17.3 Internal temperature monitor (tEMP).
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7.Mains connection cabling
The mains cable provided is thermally resistant, complying to the most recent international
standards
NB: In case of cable replacement, similar cable with comparable thermal resistant
qualities must be used exclusively (cable 3x1.5 ø external 8 mm, rated 300/500V,
tested to 2KV, operating temperature -40° +180°).
mains connection
ProSpot can operate at voltages from 208V-230V-240V at 50 or 60Hz (operating
voltage and frequency can be selected as described in section 5 of this manual).
Prior to connecting the unit to your mains supply, ensure that the model in your possession correctly matches the mains supply available to you.
For connection purposes, ensure your plug is of a suitable rating: 3 amps.
Locate the mains cable which exits the base of the unit and connect as shown
below:
protection
The use of a thermal magnetic circuit breaker is recommended for each ProSpot.
A good earth connection is essential for the correct operation of the fixture. Strict
adherence to regulatory norms is strongly recommended.
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marrone - brown
blu - blue
giallo/verde - yellow/green
marrone - brown
blu - blue
giallo/verde - yellow/green
marrone - brown
blu - blue
giallo/verde - yellow/green
ground
neutral
neutro
massa
phase
fase
alimentazione
main
8. Signal connection Control signal is digital, and is transmitted via two pair screened ø0.5mm cable.
Signal type is DMX 512, conforming to international standards; in order to reduce
production costs and to allow easy worldwide availability of parts, tas utilises only
XLR 3 plugs and sockets for signal connection. Pin connection conforms to international standards:
pin 1= screening 0 V
pin 2= data pin 3= data +
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out
in
Controller
DMX 512
OUT
in
3
out
2
1
3 pin XLR 3/F
3 pin XLR 3/M
Ad altri ProSpot
Connect to other ProSpot
Should your DMX 512 controller utilise only XLR 5 sockets, the polarity of pins 1, 2
and 3 must be preserved as shown. Do not connect pins 4 e 5.
pin 1= screening 0 volt pin 4= not connected
pin 2= data - pin 5= not connected
pin 3= data +
Ensure that all data conductors are isolated from one another and the metal housing of the connector.
Note: the housing of the cannon XLR 3 must be isolated.
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out
in
Controller
Standard
DMX 512
OUT
in
3
2
1
out
5 pin XLR 5/M
3 pin XLR 3/F
Ad altri ProSpot
Connect to other ProSpot
9. Powering up After having followed the preceding steps, turn on the DMX 512 controller which
will be used to control the ProSpot. Following this, turn on the power to the projector, and turn on the projector’s power switch.The projector will perform a
reset function on all the internal and external motors. This will last
some few seconds, after which it will be subject to the external
signal from the controller.
DMX reception
The display will be static on to indicate that DMX 512 signal is being correctly
received.
If the display flashes, the projector is not receiving signal. Check your cabling and
the controller for correct functioning.
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menu enter
+--
10. DMX addressing Each ProSpot utilises 14 (8 bit) or 16 (16 bit) channels of DMX 512 signal
for complete control.
To ensure that each projector accesses the correct signal, it is necessary to correctly
address each fixture. Any number between 1 and 512 can be generated via the
multifunction panel of the ProSpot.
This procedure must be carried out on every ProSpot being used.
When powered up initially, each projector will show A001 which indicates DMX
address 1
Using 8 bit resolution, a projector addresses as A001 will respond to commands on channels 1 to 14 from the DMX 512 controller. A second projector
should be addressed as 15, the third as 29 and so on until the final ProSpot is
addressed.
Using 16 bit resolution, a projector addresses as A001 will respond to commands on channels 1 to 16 from the DMX 512 controller. A second projector
should be addressed as 17, the third as 33 and so on until the final ProSpot is
addressed.
altering the dmx address
1) Press the enter button. The letter A in the display will flash.
2) Press the + or - buttons until the desired DMX address is displayed. The letter A in
the display will flash to indicate the selected address is not stored in memory.
3) Press the enter button to confirm your selection; the display will stop flashing and
the projector will now respond to the new DMX address.
4) To better understand the function of each channel, we refer you to section 12
“Control channel functions from a DMX 512 controller”.
5) To alter the functioning from 8 to 16 bit refer to section 11 “Display panel
functions”.
Important Note: Keeping the + or - button pressed will cause the display to alter
at increased speed, allowing a faster selection to be effected.
By pressing the - button, you may inadvertently select a DMX address which is not
being communicated to the fixture by the controller, for example 405. If this is the
case, the display will flash. You may solve this problem by altering the incorrect
DMX setting.
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menu enter
+--
11. Display panel The display panel on the base of the ProSpot is used to display and set function
functions information and various parameters.
Altering the tas factory settings may vary the functioning of the projector, causing it
to not respond to external DMX 512 signal. Please read and familiarise yourself
with the following information very carefully before altering any selections.
rpan
This function inverts the movement for horizontal (pan) movements.
1) Press the + or – buttons until rpan (for pan direction) is displayed.
2) Press the enter button to confirm your selection; the display will show off (for
clockwise – standard operating mode).
3) Press the + or – buttons; the display will show on (for counter-clockwise).
4) Press the enter button to confirm your choice of pan movement.
rtilt
This function inverts the movement for vertical (tilt) movements.
1) Press the + or – buttons until rtilt (for tilt direction) is displayed.
2) Press the enter button to confirm your selection; the display will show off (for
clockwise - standard operating mode).
3) Press the + or – buttons; the display will show on (for counter-clockwise).
4) Press the enter button to confirm your choice of tilt movement.
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menu enter
menu enter
menu enter
menu enter
+--
+--
+--
+--
menu enter
menu enter
+--
+--
16br
This function varies the movement resolution from 16 bit to 8 bit. The number of
channels utilised by the projector thus become either 14 (8 bit resolution) or 16 (16
bit resolution).
1) Press the + or – buttons until 16br (for resolution) is displayed.
2) Press the enter button
3) Press the + or – buttons until on is displayed (16 bit resolution).
4) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
5) Press the + or – buttons until off is displayed (8 bit resolution).
6) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
LAti
This function provides information on the number of hours of operation of the lamp
in the unit.
1) Press the + or – buttons until LAti (for lamp life).
2) Press the enter button to confirm your selection; the display will show a numerical value which is the length of time in hours that the lamp has been operated
since the counter was last reset.
The lamp life counter needs to be reset to zero at every lamp change to provide
accurate information on lamp life
3) To perform a reset for this function, simultaneously press the + and - buttons and
the display will automatically reset.
4) Press enter to confirm the lamp life counter reset operation (LAti).
POti
This function displays the total number of hours which the ProSpot has been operated
1) Press the + or – buttons to display POti (for hours).
2) Press the enter button to confirm your selection; the display will show a numerical value which corresponds to the number of hours which the fixture has been
connected to mains power. Unlike LAti this function is not resettable.
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menu enter
menu enter
menu enter
menu enter
+--
+--
+--
+--
menu enter
+--
LAMP
This function allows for the on/off control of the lamp via DMX512 signal, or for
the permanent on (disenabling DMX control of this function) of the lamp.
1) Press the + or – buttons to display LAMP (for lamp).
2) Press the enter button to confirm your selection; the display will show off (for
lamp off).
3) Press the + or – buttons to display on (for lamp on).
4) Press the enter button to confirm your selection. The lamp will come on if you
selected on and will remain off if you selected off.
dEMo
This function allows two types of self-test procedures to be carried out without the
need for an external controller.
Mod 1 is used to test single functions at the choice of the operator of the unit.
Mod 2 is used to run an automated test sequence of all the functions of the
ProSpot.
1) Press the + or – buttons to display dEMo (for demonstration).
2) Press the enter button
Mod1
1 Press the + or – buttons to display Mod1 if you wish to test single functions.
2) Press the enter button
3) Press the + or – buttons to display Pan (dEmo Pan movement).
4) Press the enter button.
5) The number of the display corresponds to the position of the projector. Press the
+ or – buttons and the number will change in the range from 0 to 255 displaying
the complete movement of the projector in the pan direction.
6) Press the + or – buttons to display tilt (dEMo tilt movement).
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menu enter
menu enter
menu enter
+--
+--
+--
menu enter
menu enter
menu enter
+--
+--
+--
menu enter
+--
7) Press the enter button
8) The number of the display corresponds to the position of the projector. Press the
+ or – buttons and the number will change in the range from 0 to 255 displaying
the complete movement of the projector in the tilt direction.
9) Press the + or – buttons to display Foc (dEMo focus function).
10) Press the enter button
12)The number of the display corresponds to the position of the focus lens. Press the
+ or – buttons and the number will change in the range from 0 to 255 displaying
the complete movement of the focus lens.
13) Press the + or – buttons to display Go (dEMo gobos).
14) Press the enter button.
15) All the gobos or effects in the gobo wheel will be displayed in turn. Whilst this
is being undertaken, the display will show run.
4) To return to normal operation, press the menu button repeatedly.
Mod2
1) Press the + or – buttons to display Mod2 (this function tests all the features of
the ProSpot and allows all the features of the unit to be viewed).
2) Press the enter button.
3) The display will show run and all the features of the fixture will be run.
rESE
This function causes a reset to occur in the case (however unlikely) that one or more
of the motors should lose its reference point.
1) Press the + or – buttons to display rESE (for reset).
2) Press the enter button to confirm your selection; all the motors will perform a
reset.
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menu enter
menu enter
menu enter
+--
+--
+--
menu enter
+--
12. DMX 512 channel If all procedures have been correctly carried out to this point, your DMX 512
functions controller will have control over all the functions of the ProSpot, as shown in the table
which follows. The difference between 16 or 8 bit operation depends upon what selection you made in section 11 of this manual.
channel
16 bit
channel
8 bit
function type of control effect decimal
1 1 Base (pan) coarse proportional coarse control of the base movement
0-255
2 2 Yoke (tilt) coarse proportional coarse control of the Yoke movement
0-255
3 Base (pan) fine proportional fine control of the base movement 0-255
4 Yoke (tilt) fine proportional fine control of the Yoke movement 0-255
53
Speed pan/tilt
movement
step Max speed (tracking mode)
0
proportional Max speed from max. to min. vector mode)
1-249
step
Max. speed, black-out while PAN,TILT
moving or color changes (tracking mode)
250-255
64
lamp on/off, reset,
fans speed control
step open, max. speed of fan
0
proportional
open, min. speed of fan (silent operation)
from 0 to 127 decreasing speed of fan
127
step Lamp ON, reset, open position
128-139
step No function
140-229
step Lamp Off after 3 sec.
230-239
step No function
240-255
7 5 colours proportional Open/white
0
proportional Turquoise
10
proportional Re d
21
proportional Cyan
32
proportional Green
42
proportional Magenta
53
proportional Light Blue
64
proportional Yellow
74
proportional Green
85
proportional Pink
96
proportional Blue
106
proportional Orange
117
proportional Forwards rainbow effect from fast to slow
128-190
step No rotation
191-192
proportional Backwards rainbow effect from slow to fast
193-255
8 6 no function step No function 0-255
9 7 effect-wheel step Open position (hole)
0-95
step 3 - facet rotating prism
96-159
step Prism/Gobo macros
160-255
step Macro 1
160-167
step Macro 2
168-175
step Macro 3
176-183
step Macro 4
184-191
step Macro 5
192-199
step Macro 6
200-207
step Macro 7
208-215
step Macro 8
216-223
step Macro 9
224-231
step Macro 10
232-239
step Macro 11
240-247
step Macro 12
248-255
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channel
16 bit
channel
8 bit
function type of control effect decimal
10 8
3 facet prism
rotation control
step No rotation
0
proportional Forwards rotation from fast to slow
1-126
step No rotation
127-128
proportional Backwards rotation from slow to fast
129-255
11 9
Rotating gobos,
selection
step Open
0-31
step Rot. gobo 1 (multicolor dichroic)
32-63
step Rot. gobo 2 (glass)
64-95
step Rot. gobo 3 (metal)
96-127
step Rot. gobo 4 (metal)
128-159
step Rot. gobo 5 (metal)
160-191
step Rot. gobo 6 (metal)
192-223
step Rot. gobo wheel cont. rotation slow to fast
224-255
12 10
Gobo rotation &
fine positioning
proportional Gobo indexing
0-127
proportional Forwards gobo rotation from fast to slow
128-191
step No rotation
192
proportional Backwards gobo rotation from slow to fast
193-255
13 11 no function no function
0-255
14 12 Focus proportional Proportional focus control
0-255
15 13 Shutter, Strobe step Shutter closed
0-31
step No function (Shutter open)
32-63
proportional
Strobe-effect from slow to fast (max. 10
flashes/second)
64-95
step No function (Shutter open)
96-127
proportional Pulse-effect in sequences
128-159
step No function (Shutter open)
160-191
proportional Random strobe-effect from slow to fast
192-223
step No function (Shutter open)
224-255
16 14 Dimmer intensity proportional
Gradual adjustment of the dimmer intensity
from 0 to 100%
0-255
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13. Aligning the lamp in Aligning the lamp in the optical system is achieved via the 2 adjusters at the rear
the optical system of the projector.
This procedure should be undertaken to properly align the lamp in the optical
system and to avoid the possible overheating of the internal components due to the
incorrect focusing of the beam onto components not intended to be exposed to this.
alignment procedure
Alignment is effected via the two adjusters A and B operating in conjunction with
each other. The lamp should be on, black-out and dimmer fully open, and no colour
filters inserted
If the lamp is not correctly aligned, a hot-spot will be noticeable. This is a function
of the lamp’s positioning and the adjusters should be used to create a flat beam.
vertical adjustment
Adjuster (A) acts on a lever and spring assembly to position the lamp via a vertical
movement within the reflector; rotate it until correct positioning is achieved.
horizontal adjustment
Adjuster (B) acts on a lever and spring assembly to position the lamp via a horizontal movement within the reflector; rotate it until correct positioning is achieved.
14. Automatic An encoder system based on 4 position indicators allows the ProSpot
repositioning feature to return to its correct position if it is accidentally moved during operation.
This is particularly useful if the projector is to be mounted on the floor in a position
where the performer or artist may accidentally bump the unit.
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15. Gobo replacement ProSpot allows gobos to be replace via a simple gobo retention spring system.
Replacement gobos should be manufactured from dichroic glass or metal.
The tas reseller network carries a wide range of replacement gobos.
replacing gobos on the rotating gobo wheel
Gobos may be replaced as required to produce special effects as required.
Gobo replacement should always be carried out with the power to the unit shut off, and
the top and bottom housing removed as described in section 16 “Maintenance”.
1) Rotate the gobo wheel until you locate the gobo you wish to remove.
2) Remove the retaining spring and remove and then replace the gobo.
3) Replace the retaining spring, ensuring that it is seated correctly.
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16. Maintenance Whilst every possible precaution has been taken to ensure the trouble-free opera-
tion of your ProSpot, the following periodic maintenance is highly recommended.
Prior to undertaking any maintenance procedure, make sure the fixture is disconnected from mains power.
Opening the housing:
1) Using a Philips screwdriver, remove the screws which fix the top and battom housing located at the front and rear of the unit, as shown in the diagram.
replacing the fuse
Locate the lamp protection fuse, located in the base of the unit.
Use a multimeter to check the condition of the fuse, replacing it with one of similar
value if required.
periodic cleaning
lenses and reflectors
Even a fine layer of dust can reduce the luminous output substantially. Regularly
clean all lenses and the reflector using a soft cotton cloth, dampened with a specialist lens cleaning solution.
fans and air passages
The fans and air passages must be cleaned approximately every 6 weeks; the
period for this periodic cleaning will depend, of course, upon the conditions in
which the projector is operating. Suitable instruments for performing this type of
maintenance are a brush and a common vacuum cleaner or an air compressor.
periodic maintenance
lamp
The lamp should be replaced if there is any observable damage or deformation
due to heat. This will avoid the danger of the lamp exploding.
mechanicals
Periodically check all mechanical devices for wear and tear; gears, guides, belts,
etc., replacing them if necessary. Periodically check the lubrication of all components, particularly the parts subject to high temperatures. If necessary, lubricate with
suitable lubricant, available from your tas distributor.
electrical components
Check all electrical components for correct earthing and proper attachment of all
connectors, refastening if necessary.
Attention
Disconnect mains power prior to opening the housing.
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2 screws
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bottom cover
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17. Test The display panel on the ProSpot allows several tests to be performed which may
be useful when installing or testing a projector.
1) Press the + or – buttons to display SPEC (for special).
2) Press the enter button.
17.1 Manual testing of each motor (MAnU)
This test allows access to testing of each motor used in the ProSpot
From the SPEC function (point 2)
3) Press the + or – buttons to display MAnU (for manual).
4) Press the enter button.
5) Press the + or – buttons to display the motor which you wish to test:
- Pan (base motor movement). From Pan1 to Pan3 for 3 different positions
- tilt (yoke motor movement).From tilt1 to tilt3.
- SPEd (movement speed). From 1 to 5.
- CoLo (color). From 1 to 18 for single colours and rotation of colour wheel
- EFEC (prism). From PriS (for testing with the prism wheel) to
HOLE (without the prism wheel).
- Prot (prism rotation).from Pro1 to Pro9.
- rGob (rotating gobo wheel). From rGo0 to rGo7.
- Grot (rotating gobos). From Gro1 to Gro9.
- Foc (focusing). From Foc1 to Foc5.
- Stro (strobe effect). From Open to Stro9.
- dinr (dimmer). From din0 to dinC.
6) Press the enter button. At this point, you have noted the facility available to test
every motor function of the ProSpot.
17.2 DMX level readout (dMin)
This function allows the level of each DMX channel being received by the
ProSpot.to be read.
From the SPEC function (point 2)
3) Press the + or – buttons to display dMIn (DMX values).
4) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
5) Press the + or – buttons to display the DMX channel you wish to read a level,
from 0 a 255:
- Pan (for base movement)..
- tilt (for yoke movement).
- SPEd (movement speed).
- CoLo (color).
- EFEC (prism and macro).
- Prot (prism rotation).
- rGob (rotating gobo wheel).
- Grot (rotating gobos).
- Foc (focusing).
- Stro (strobe effect).
- dinr (dimmer).
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17.3 Internal temperature readout (tEMP)
This function allows the internal temperature of the ProSpot in degrees Celsius to
be inspected. If the temperature is below 70°, this is acceptable. If, however, the
temperature is 70° or above, the lamp must be switched off. Note that the external
temperature should note exceed 45°.
From the SPEC function (point 2)
3) Press the + or – buttons to display tEMP (for temperature).
4) Press the enter button to view the internal temperature of the ProSpot.
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18. Function settings The display panel of the ProSpot allows several parameter settings to be altered,
which may prove useful on installation or later.
ATTENTION! Altering the tas factory settings may vary the functioning of the
projector, causing it to not respond to external DMX 512 signal. Please read and
familiarise yourself with the following information very carefully before altering any
selections.
1) Press the + or – buttons to display SPEC (for special).
2) Press the enter button.
18.1 Turning off the display (
dISP)
This function allows the display to be switched off should it be distracting.
From the SPEC function (point 2)
3) Press the + or – buttons to display dISP (for display).
4) Press the enter button.
5) Press the + or – buttons to display On if you wish the display to stay on.
6) Press the + or – buttons to display Off if you wish the display to be off.
7) Press the enter button to confirm your selection. the display will turn off after 2
minutes.
Pressing any of the 4 menu display buttons will cause the display to switch on
again.
18.2 Adjusting display intensity (dint)
This function allows the display’s intensity to be adjusted.
From the SPEC function (point 2)
3) Press the + or – buttons to display dint (for display intensity).
4) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
5) Press the + or – buttons to display the intensity level (from 20 to 100) required.
6) Press the enter button to confirm your selection of intensity.
18.3Inhibiting lamp on/off via DMX (dLoF)
This function controls the lamp on/off switching via DMX.
From the SPEC function (point 2)
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3) Press the + or – buttons to display dLOF (for Lamp Off Via DMX).
4) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
5) Press the + or – buttons to display On if you wish the lamp to be switched off
via DMX.
6) Press the + or – buttons to display Off if you wish to inhibit lamp on/off via
DMX.
7 Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
18.4Adjusting fan speed (FAnS)
This function allows the selection of 3 different minimum fan speeds for the
ProSpot cooling fan.
The 3 possibilities are:
rEG, LoOF, LoHI.
From the SPEC function (point 2)
3) Press the + or – buttons to display FAnS.
rEG
This function allows the fan speed to be adjusted automatically by the unit, in
order for the unit to maintain its own optimum internal temperature ProSpot.
From the FAnS function (point 3)
4) Press the enter button
5) Press the + or – buttons to display rEG.
6) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
LooF
This function allow the fan level to be maintained at a minimum level as determined by the operator (via DMX).
When maximum operating temperature is reached, the lamp will turn off automatically without adjusting the fan speed.
From the FAnS function (point 3)
4) Press the enter button
5) Press the + or – buttons to display LooF.
6) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
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LoHI
This function allow the fan level to be maintained at a minimum level as determined by the operator (via DMX).
When maximum operating temperature is reached, the fan will automatically
switch to maximum speed.
From the FAnS function (point 3)
4) Press the enter button
5) Press the + or – buttons to display LoHI.
6) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
18.5 Automatic lamp on when fixture is switched on
(LAAU)
This function allows the lamp turning on automatically (ON) when the fixture is switched on.
From the SPEC function (point 2)
3) Press the + or – buttons to display LAAU (Lamp on automatically).
4) Press the enter button then press the + or – buttons to display on for automatic
lamp on when the projector is turned on.
5) Press the enter button then press the + or – buttons to display off to inhibit the
lamp turning on when the projector is turned on.
6) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
18.6 Resetting default function settings.(dFSE)
This function resets the function settings of the ProSpot which tas has determined
as factory presets, with the exception of AdJ (adjustment)
From the SPEC function (point 2).
3)Press the + or – buttons to display dFSE;
4)Press the enter button to confirm your selection. ProSpot begins a reset procedure, the display during this will show rst.
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Personality
Pan reverse
Tilt reverse
Movement
resolution
Lamp on
automatically
Automatic black-
out of display
Display intensity
Lamp Off
via DMX
Fan speed
operating
Display
Default values
(SHADED)
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19. Electronic motor
alignment
The display panel on the ProSpot allows for the electronic alignment of the projector’s motors. this procedure is performed by tas at the factory. It may be useful to
perform this procedure in the case of internal components being replaced.
Altering the factory settings may radically alter the functioning of the projector.
Carefully read all of the following prior to attempting any changes.
AdJ
This function allows for the calibration and adjustment of the colour wheel, the
gobos and effects (prism) into their correct standard position.
You may effect a calibration either via the display panel or via external signal.
19.1 Calibrating via an external signal source
A DMX512 control source must be connected to the ProSpot.
1) Press the + or – buttons to display SPEC (for special).
2) Press the enter button.
3) Press the + or – buttons to display AdJ (for adjustment).
4) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
5) Press the + or – buttons to display FCAL (for fixture calibration).
6) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
7) Press the + or – buttons to display Colo, EFEC, rGob, Grot.
8) Press the enter button.
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9) You may now calibrate the color wheel, effects wheel, gobo wheel, and rotating
gobos by altering the DMX signal level according to the parameters described in
the following table, using the first 5 channels for calibration whilst channels 6 to
16 maintain standard function control.
10) Centre the wheels in the optical path of the projector to achieve correct image
projection.
11) Press the + or - buttons until ArES (for registering the new calibrated settings
into memory) is displayed.
12) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
13) After completing the calibration procedure, restart the projector and ensure that
all settings are as required.
19.2 Calibrating via ProSpot’s on-board controls
This allows calibration to be performed even if there is no external DMX source
available ProSpot
1) Press the + or – buttons to display SPEC (for special).
2) Press the enter button.
3) Press the + or – buttons to display AdJ (for adjustment).
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EFFECT (PRISM)
PRISM ROTATION
ROTATING GOBOS
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FOCUS
STROBO
DIMMER
STANDARD
PROTOCOL
STANDARD
PROTOCOL
STANDARD
PROTOCOL
STANDARD
PROTOCOL
STANDARD
PROTOCOL
STANDARD
PROTOCOL
STANDARD
PROTOCOL
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PROTOCOL
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4) Press the + or – buttons to display PAn, Tilt, SPEd, Colo, EFEC, Prot, rGOB,
Grot, Foc, Stro and dimr, via which it is possible to adjust the position of the
ProSpot to where required, with the dimmer open and any effect, colour or
gobo in place.
5) Press the enter button to confirm your selection of motor which you wish to
adjust to position.
6) Press the + or – buttons to vary the level from 0 to 255 thereby adjusting the
particular motor selected above.
7) Repeat points 3,4 and 5, to adjust your ProSpot to the desired position.
8) Press the + or – buttons to display FCAL (for calibration)
9) Press the enter button.
10) Press the + or – buttons to display Colo, EFEC, rGob, Grot.
11) Press the enter button.
12) Press the + or – buttons which will allow an adjustment from 0 to 255 corresponding to an adjustment in the position of the particular motor being calibrated.
Centre the wheels in the optical path of the projector.
11) Press the + or - buttons until ArES (for registering the new calibrated settings
into memory) is displayed.
12) Press the enter button to confirm your selection.
13) After completing the calibration procedure, restart the projector and ensure that
all settings are as required.
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20. Error messages HEAt
This message will appear should you attempt to reignite the lamp prior to 5 minutes
passing since the unit was switched off. In this instance, the lamp may still be too hot
to reignite. This message will appear in the display if the lamp does not ignite within
28 seconds. When ProSpot has given this message, it will attempt to reignite the
lamp automatically.
LAEr
If lamp ignition does not occur within seven attempts (the HEAt message has been
displayed six times), the display will show LAEr, indicating that the lamp may be
damaged, failed, or absent.
This message is designed to protect the lamp ignition circuitry.
We recommend either installing or replacing the lamp. If the LAEr message continues
to appear in the display, check the external temperature, fan operation, air passages,
or contact your tas agent.
MbEr
This message indicates that the motherboard within the unit is not communicating properly with the control source.
CoEr (Color-wheel error)
This message may appear after a reset has been performed on the ProSpot if the
magnetic position indicator is not operating (either not operating or not reading properly) or the stepper motor is faulty (either defective or its cabling is not connected
properly).
The colour wheel will not have repositioned itself correctly after the reset.
rGEr (Rotating gobo-wheel error)
This message may appear after a reset has been performed on the ProSpot if the
magnetic position indicator is not operating (either not operating or not reading properly) or the stepper motor is faulty (either defective or its cabling is not connected
properly).
The gobo wheel will not have repositioned itself correctly after the reset.
IGEr (Rotating gobo indexing error)
This message may appear after a reset has been performed on the ProSpot if the
magnetic position indicator is not operating (either not operating or not reading properly) or the stepper motor is faulty (either defective or its cabling is not connected
properly).
The rotating gobo will not have repositioned itself correctly after the reset.
EFEr (Prism-wheel error)
This message may appear after a reset has been performed on the ProSpot if the
magnetic position indicator is not operating (either not operating or not reading properly) or the stepper motor is faulty (either defective or its cabling is not connected
properly).
The prism wheel will not have repositioned itself correctly after the reset.
FfEr
This error message indicates that the projector has overheated and that the lamp has
been automatically switched off by the protection circuitry. The message will remain on
the display until the temperature has fallen to an acceptable level. Subsequently, the
display will show HEAt, indicating that the lamp is too hot (see above).
Should this message appear, the projector should be either moved to a more suitable
position or, more simply, the air passages and fans should be checked.
SnEr
This message indicates that the lamp ignition sensor is not operating properly. This
message indicates the need for attention from your tas service agent.
PoEr
This error message indicates that the projector has momentarily been disconnected
from mains power.
FrEr
This error message indicates that the main voltage’s frequency is other than the normal 50 or 60 Hz.
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21. Spare parts All the components of the ProSpot are available as replacement spares from your
authorised tas sales agent.
Accurate description of the fixture, model number, and type will assist us in providing for your requirements in an efficient and effective manner.
tas si riserva il diritto di apportare modifiche senza preavviso.
tas reserves the right to effect modifications without prior notification.
manuale istruzioni
instruction manual
ProSpot
1^ edizione settembre 1999
1
st
edition september 1999
coemar spa
via Inghilterra
46042 Castelgoffredo (Mantova) Italy
Tel. 0376/77521
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