User's Manual
Users Manual / Gebrauchsanleitung /
Manuale di istruzioni
MODEL NO:
MANUAL VERSION: 1.2 DATE OF ISSUE: 25/08/2020
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL DATA
MANUFACTURER DECLARATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION / INTENDED USE
Before you operate this unit read the manual carefully. Always make
sure to include the manual if you pass/ rent/ sell the unit to another user.
Keep in mind that this manual cannot address all possible dangers and
environments. Please use your own caution when operating.
This product is for professional use only. It is not for household use.
• Do not operate the unit in areas of high temperature conditi-
ons or under direct sunlight.
• It will cause abnormal function or damage the product.
• Make sure the unit is mounted properly and safely.
• Always follow local safety requirements.
• Please note that the mechanical stability of certain lamps and
lampholders may be altered and contact and hold may be
impaired if the newly inserted lamp is heavier than the original
lamp.
• Suitable for damp locations
• Do not use with standard dimmers
• Do not open the product housing.
• Do not apply power if the light is damaged.
• Do not submerge the light into any liquid.
• Do not replace the LED light source.
• Caution, risk of electric shock.
The NYX Bulb and its power supply shall be installed near the
socket-outlet which shall be easily accessible.
Warning electric shock: risk of - Do not open power unit, for
indoor use only.
The exterior surfaces of the light can become hot, up to 70°C (158°F)
during normal operation.
• Ensure that accidental physical contact with the device is
impossible.
• lnstall only in ventilated locations.
• Do not cover the light.
• Allow all lights to cool before touching.
• Keep 0.3m (12in) from objects to be illuminated.
The Astera NYX Bulb FP5 is a professional 1 pixel RGB+Amber+Mint LED
illuminant with ultra high TLCI/ CRI and calibrated color rendering as well
as Astera‘s flicker free PWM technology.
Built-in CRMX, Bluetooth and RF-Modules provide the same connectivity
known from other Astera fixtures. Numerous professional features and
mounting options make the NYX Bulb a versatile lightsource for the Film,
Broadcast, Event industries and decorative purposes.
It can be powered by AC from a E26/ E27/B22 socket as well as by wide
range DC from e.g. a USB Powerbank or the optionally available battery
powered Astera PowerStation.
This device was designed for indoor and outdoor use - outdoor only with
plugged in rubber on DC socket.
Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating
the device.
When choosing the installation-spot, please make sure that the device is
not exposed to extreme heat or dust.
There should not be any cables lying around. You endanger your own
and the safety of others!
The ambient temperature must be set . Keep away from direct insulation
(particularly in cars) and heaters.
Never use the device during thunderstorms connected to a power
socket. Over voltage could destroy the device. Always disconnect the
device during thunderstorms.
Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when
rigging, derigging or servicing the fixture.
Always fix the fixture with an appropriate safety bond.
The specified ambient temperature must be maintained
Operate the device only after having become familiarized with its func-
tions.
Device is not dimmable. Use Astera PowerStation or AsteraApp for
dimming.
Please use the transportation cases or original packaging if the device is
to be transported.
Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the device are
forbidden due to safety reasons!
If this device will be operated in any way dierent to the one described
in this manual, the product may suer damages and the guarantee be-
comes void. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like
shortcircuit, burns, electric shock, crash etc.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW / PRODUCTÜBERSICHT /
PANORAMICA DEI PRODOTTI
5. Reset and Linking to a CRMX transmitter
+
RESET to unpair and set Control Input to auto detection mode
RESET zum entkoppeln und Steuereingang auf automatischen Erkennungsmodus setzen
RESET per disaccoppiare e impostare l‘ingresso di controllo sul modo di rilevamento
automatico
4. Static Colors
Turn NYX Bulb into „blue mode“ by holding down the power button for 3
seconds. Press the button shortly to cycle between 13 predefined colors
and white tones. To latch chosen color, hold the button until blinking
stops.
Schalten Sie die NYX Bulb in den „blue mode“, indem Sie den Ein/ Aus-
schalter 3 Sekunden lang gedrückt halten. Nun können Sie mit jedem
weiteren Tastendruck aus 13 voreingestellten Farben und Weisstönen
wählen. Um die gewählte Farbe festzulegen, halten Sie die Taste ge-
drückt, bis die Farbe konstant leuchtet.
Commutare la NYX Bulb in „modalità blu“ tenendo premuto l‘interruttore
on/o per 3 secondi. Ora è possibile scegliere tra 13 colori preimpostati
e tonalità del bianco ad ogni ulteriore pressione del tasto. Per impostare
il colore selezionato, tenere premuto il pulsante fino a quando il colore
non è solido.
CONTENTS / LIEFERUMFANG / CONTENUTO
1: NYX Bulb
2: USB DC Cable / USB DC Kabel / Cavo USB DC
3: Users Manual / Gebrauchsanleitung / Manuale di istruzioni
STEP 1: NYX BULB
STEP 3: NYX BULB
TURN ON
STEP 1: ART7
STEP 4: ART7 PANEL
WAIT
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING
Caution: Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause
a short circuit and damage the electronics. Do not use any
cleaning agents or solvents.
Problem Possible cause Solution
The fixture does not
turn on
The fixture maybe is not
connect to power
Connect it to a E26/E27 socket
, PowerStation or power bank
to try again
The fixture turns on
but the LEDs do not
emit light
The fixture could be set
to BLACKOUT mode
Set to display black color or is
operating in DMX mode and
doesn’t receive a valid signal. It
is good practice to do a RESET
SETTINGS
The fixture is not
working correctly - it
does not display
the color or eect
chosen
The fixture may still
be operating under a
previous setting
It is good practice to do a RESET
SETTINGS between setups
Hereby, Astera LED Technology GmbH declares that the type of radio
equipment NYX Bulb FP5-E27 complies with Directive 2014/53 / EU. The
full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following
Internet address: https://astera-led.com/Downloads/DoC/DoC NYXBulb.
pdf
FP5 -E26: Astera LED Technology GmbH declares that this equipment
has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi-
dential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be deter-mined by turning
the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:
• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate this
equipment.
• This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interfe-
rence that may cause undesired operation.
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FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Caution: To maintain compliance
with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, place the product at least 20cm
from nearby persons.
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81829 Munich
Germany
info@astera-led.com | www.astera-led.com
Item Code
Colors RGBMintAmber
Total LED Power / Power Draw 14W / 10W
Luminous Flux* 750lm (@4000K)
CRI(RA)/TLCI 3200-6500K* ≥96
Strobe 0 - 25 Hz
AC Power input E27/B22 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, ta:40°C
AC Power input E26 100-120VAC, 50/60Hz, ta:40°C
DC Power input 5-18VDC, 2.1A via DC socket
Wired DMX No
CRMX Receiver Built in
Dimensions (mm / inches) Ø70 x 130 / Ø2.76 x 5.12
Ingress Protection
IP44: connected via AC + Rubberplug in
DC socket
IP20: connected via DC socket
1s
3s 5s
1s 3s
5s
x1
10 sec
2. Switching On/O / Ein-/Ausschalten / Accensione e spegnimento
OFFON
1s
3s 5s
1s
3s 5s
3. Pairing -> AsteraApp
1s
3s
5s
Turn the NYX Bulb into „blue mode“ by holding down the power button
for 3 seconds
Schalten Sie die NYX-Birne in den „blue mode“, indem Sie den Ein-/Aus
Knopf 3 Sekunden lang gedrückt halten.
Commutare la lampadina NYX in „blue mode“ tenendo premuto il pul-
sante di accensione per 3 secondi.
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THE NYX BULB: USING / BEDIENUNG / OPERAZIONE
On/O, static color via “blue mode”, Reset settings
Ein/Aus, feste Farbe über „blue mode“, Einstellungen zurück-
setzen
On/O, colore fisso tramite „modalità blu“, impostazioni di reset
On/O, Static Colors, Preprogrammed Eects
Ein/Aus, statische Farben, vorprogrammierte Eekte
On/O, colori statici, eetti pre-programmati
All settings, Complex eects, Talkback+, Updates
Alle Einstellungen, Komplexe Eekte, Talkback+, Updates
Tutte le impostazioni, eetti complessi, Talkback+, Updates
Control from DMX consoles via CRMX or W-DMX
Steuerung per DMX-Konsolen über CRMX oder W-DMX
Controllo tramite console DMX via CRMX o W-DMX
1. Control options / Steuerungsoptionen / Opzioni di controllo
ON/OFF
NYX
BULB
English
Deutsch
Italiano
*Typical value
E26
E27
B22
ON/OFF
DC: 5 - 18 VDC, 2.1A
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment.
Astera LED-Technology GmbH
FP5-E27 (EU) / FP5-E26 (US/MIC) /FP5-B22 (GB)
FP5-E27 (EU) / FP5-E26 (US/MIC) /FP5-B22 (GB)