Techni-Lux IL-TRACKER575W/1 User Manual

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formation specifically for:

IL-TRACKER575W/1

This manual contains important information.

Please read before operating fixture.

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© 2005 Techni-Lux Inc.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Save original packing and documentation for warranty, service and return issues.

Limited Warranty: This warranty covers defects or malfunctions in this equipment. This warranty lasts

for a period of one year from date of purchase. It is the owner’s responsibility to provide invoices for
proof of purchase, purchase date and dealer or distributor. If purchase date can not be provided,
warranty period will start at manufacture date. It is the sole discretion of Techni-Lux to repair or replace
parts or equipment. All shipping will be paid by purchaser. This warranty does not cover lamps, fuses,
belts, power semiconductors, relays, cleaning, standard maintenance adjustments or normal wear items
or any problem resulting from the following: improper wiring, incorrect voltage (including low or over
voltage conditions and lightning), abuse, misuse, improper maintenance or an act of God or damage
resulting from shipping. Warranty will be null and void if the product is altered, modified, misused,
damaged, or subjected to unauthorized repairs. Lamps are covered by relevant manufacturer warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state. Any liability for consequential and incidental damages is expressly disclaimed. No other warranty,
expressed or implied is made. Techni-Lux liability in all events is limited to, and shall not exceed, the
purchase price paid.

Returning equipment and Repairs: All returns must be accompanied by a Return Merchandise

Authorization (RMA) number and sent pre-paid. Contact the dealer or Techni-Lux directly to obtain an
RMA. The RMA number must be clearly listed on the shipping label. Due care must be exercised in
packing all merchandise to be returned. All repairs must be accompanied by a written explanation of the
claimed problem or error encountered. Techni-Lux is solely responsible for determining a product’s
eligibility for coverage under warranty. If returning for consideration of credit, all accessories and
documentation, original protective material and cartons must be included and the equipment, packing
and carton must be in new resalable condition. Credit for returned merchandise will be issued at the
lowest current price and is subject to a restocking fee of 20%. No returns accepted on discontinued
items. Techni-Lux is not responsible for merchandise damaged in transit and reserves the right to refuse
any return that is damaged by the carrier, not accompanied by a Return Authorization Number (RMA#) or
sent by freight collect.

Claims: All claims must be made within seven (7) days of receipt of merchandise. Any physical

damage must be reported to carrier upon receipt of merchandise.

Please record the following information for future reference:

Model Number: IL-TRACKER575W/1

Serial Number: ________________________________________

Dealer: ______________________________________________

Date of Purchase: ______________________________________

www.Techni-Lux.com

10779 Satellite Boulevard

Orlando, FL 32837

U.S.A.

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Table of Contents

Specifications .............................................................................................................................5

Fixture Overview.......................................................................................................................5

Physical.....................................................................................................................................5

Lamp Source.............................................................................................................................5

Environmental...........................................................................................................................6

Electrical ...................................................................................................................................6

Control ......................................................................................................................................6

Optics........................................................................................................................................6

Gobo / Color Size......................................................................................................................6

Rigging......................................................................................................................................6

Unit Parts.....................................................................................................................................7

Unpacking ...................................................................................................................................8

Power...........................................................................................................................................9

Voltage Selection......................................................................................................................9

Lamp..........................................................................................................................................10

Lamp Installation.....................................................................................................................10

Lamp Alignment......................................................................................................................11

Mounting ...................................................................................................................................11

Data Link DMX-512 ...................................................................................................................12

Data Terminator......................................................................................................................12

Adapter 5-to-3 pin ...................................................................................................................12

Control Panel Menu..................................................................................................................13

Start Address............................................................................................................................13

Example..................................................................................................................................13

DMX-512 Channels ...................................................................................................................14

CH 1-4 : Pan / Tilt Movement..................................................................................................14

CH 5 : Movement Speed Pan/Tilt..........................................................................................14

CH 6 : Control Reset/Lamp...................................................................................................15

CH 7 : Fixed Color Wheel .....................................................................................................15

CH 8 : Cyan Mix....................................................................................................................16

CH 9 : Magenta Mix ..............................................................................................................16

CH 10 : Yellow Mix..................................................................................................................16

CH 11 : CMY Mix Speed.........................................................................................................16

CH 12 : Color Presets CMY ....................................................................................................17

CH 13 : Effects........................................................................................................................17

CH 14 : Zoom ..........................................................................................................................17

CH 15 : Shutter .......................................................................................................................18

CH 16 : Dimmer ......................................................................................................................18

Photometric Charts ..................................................................................................................19

DMX-512 Background...............................................................................................................20

Maintenance..............................................................................................................................21

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................22

Wiring Diagram.........................................................................................................................23

Accessory Items.......................................................................................................................24

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Specifications

Fixture Overview

• Pan range of movement: 530 degrees

• Tilt range of movement: 280 degrees

• High resolution 16 Bit Pan/Tilt movement for accurate positioning

• Pan/Tilt motor speed

• Consistent & auto correcting Pan/Tilt positioning

• Color wheel with 7 dichroic color filters plus open

• CYM color mixing system: Cyan, Yellow & Magenta

• CYM variable motor speed

• 18 pre-set CYM color mixed macros

• Remote lamp on and off

• Remote reset

• Motorized beam shape rotation

• Frost effect

• Motorized zoom adjustable from 7 to 28 degrees

• Variable shutter for strobe effects and quick blackouts

• Motorized dimmer from 0 to 100%

• Control via DMX512 using 3 pin In/Out XLRs

• Uses 16 Channels of DMX

• Digital display for DMX addressing and fixture settings

• Ventilation via forced air

• High quality 200mm fresnel lens

• Anti-reflective coated glass optics

• Dual heat glass filters

• High efficiency glass reflector

• Lamp: CSR575/2SE or MSR575/2

• Luminous output: 49,000 Lux

Physical

Color Black
Width 18 in (45.7cm)
Depth 18 in (45.7cm)
Height 27 in (68.6 cm)
Weight 88 lbs (39.9 kg)
Gross Weight 102 lbs (46.3 kg)

Lamp Source

Lamp Type 575w Metal Halide Discharge
Base GX9.5
Lamps GE - CSR575/2SE or Phillips - MSR575/2
Lamp Specs 575w, 1000 Hour, 7200°K Color Temp, 49000 Lumens
Ballast Type Magnetic

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Environmental

Maximum ambient temperature 105°F (40°C)
Maximum exterior surface temperature 176°F (80°C)
Minimum distance to flammable surface 3.3ft (1m)
Minimum distance to illuminated surface 4ft (1.2m)

Electrical

Factory Setting 120v 60Hz
Selectable Voltages 100v / 115v / 208v / 220v @ 50 or 60Hz
Rated Power 850W, 7A @ 120v
Fuses 15A Time Delay (Slow) Size: ¼” x 1¼”

Control

Protocol USITT DMX512 (1990)
Channels 16
Pan / Tilt Resolution 16 bit
Data I/O 3 Pin XLR (Cannon)

Modes Master / Slave / DMX

Optics

Reflector High efficiency Dichroic coated Parabolic
Lenses Anti-reflective coated
Zoom 7° to 28° continuous adjustment
Fresnel 200mm

Gobo / Color Size

Color Diameter Fixed non-interchangeable

Rigging

Position Floor or Truss mount
Orientation Any
Mounting Points 2
Clamp Orientation 0°, 90°, 180°, 270°
Safety Point Eye Bolt

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Unit Parts

1 - Moving head
2 - Yoke
3 - Carry handles
4 - B a s e

Rear panel:
5 - Power switch
6 - DMX output

7 - DMX input
8 - Power cord
9 - Fuse holder

Front panel:

Mode-button

10 ­11 - Enter-button
12 - Up-button

13 - Down-button

- Display

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Unpacking

Immediately upon receipt, carefully unpack and inspect the fixture to verify that all parts are
present and have been received in good condition. If any parts appear damaged from shipping
or the shipping carton shows signs of mishandling, retain all packing material for inspection and
notify the shipper immediately. Save all original packing and carton. In the event that the
merchandise is to be returned, the original carton and packing must be used. The customer will
be billed for a new carton and packing if merchandise is received without the original carton and
packing. The plastic bag shipped with the fixture can be used to keep the fixture clean if stored
or installed in a temporarily dusty environment. Do not operate fixture with plastic bag in place.

Save Shipping Materials

The packing and carton are designed to provide the fixture with protection during
shipping. Save original packing and documentation for warranty, service and return
issues. Additional charges will be applied to return items not received in original or
incomplete packing.

Claims

Physical damage must be reported to the Freight Carrier or Shipping Company upon
receipt of merchandise. Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the Freight
Carrier or Shipping Company. It is the customer's obligation in the event that
merchandise is received damaged caused by shipping to notify the Freight Carrier or
Shipping Company immediately. All other claims not related to damage incurred during
shipping must be made to the Dealer or Distributor within 7 (seven) days of receiving
merchandise.

Returns

Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid, in the original packing with a Return
Merchandise Authorization number (RMA) clearly listed on the shipping label. Items
sent by Freight Collect or without a RMA number will be refused. Call your sales person
and request a RMA prior to shipping. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial
number and a brief description of the nature of the return. Shipping damage resulting
from inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. Customer will be charged
additional shipping charges to return products received in non original packing and or
cartons.

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