SolaSpot LED™ User Manual © Barco Lighting Systems, 2013, All Rights Reserved Information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice. Barco Lighting Systems assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
Contact Information U.S. and the Americas Sales Department High End Systems 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin, TX 78758 USA voice: 512.836.2242 fax: 512.837.5290 Toll Free: 800.890.8989 Customer Service High End Systems 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin, TX 78758 USA voice: 800.890.8989 fax: 512.834.9195 toll free: 800.890.8989 World Wide Web: ii http://www.highend.
Product Modification Warning High End Systems products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of United States and International safety regulations. Modifications to the product could affect safety and render the product noncompliant to relevant safety standards. Mise En Garde Contre La Modification Du Produit Les produits High End Systems sont conçus et fabriqués conformément aux exigences des règlements internationaux de sécurité.
Important Safety Information Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons are found throughout this manual. Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating this equipment. The following international caution and warning symbols appear in margins throughout this manual to highlight messages. This symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages. Not heeding these messages could result in personal injury and/or damage to equipment.
Warranty Information Limited Warranty Unless otherwise stated, your product is covered by a one year parts and labor limited warranty. Dichroic filters and LithoPatterns® high resolution glass gobos are not guaranteed against breakage or scratches to coating. It is the owner’s responsibility to furnish receipts or invoices for verification of purchase, date, and dealer or distributor. If purchase date cannot be provided, date of manufacture will be used to determine warranty period.
Patents This product may use one or more of the following patents: US 4,392,187; US 4,602,321; US 4,688,161; US 4,701,833; US 4,709,311; US 4,779,176; US 4,800,474; US 4,962,687; US 4,972,306; US 4,980,806; US 5,010,459; US 5,031,078; US 5,073,847; US 5,078,039; US 5,186,536; US 5,209,560; US 5,278,742; US 5,282,121; US 5,307,295; US 5,329,431; US 5,331,822; US 5,367,444; US 5,402,326; US 5,414,328; US 5,426,576; US 5,430,629; US 5,432,691; US 5,454,477; US 5,455,748; US 5,502,627; US 5,506,762; US 5,515,25
Table of Contents SolaSpot LED™ User Manual ......................................................................... i Contact Information ..................................................................................... ii Product Modification Warning ........................................................................ iii Important Safety Information ....................................................................... iv Warranty Information ....................................................
Linking SolaSpot LED Fixtures .................................................................... 11 Cable Connectors ...................................................................................... 11 Connecting to the Link ............................................................................... 12 Configuring SolaSpot LED for DMX Control ................................................. 14 Setting a Start Channel in Battery Mode .......................................................
Display Setting ........................................................................................ 28 Shutoff Time ........................................................................................28 Flip Display ..........................................................................................28 Key Lock ..............................................................................................28 Temp C/F................................................................................
Chapter 5: DMX Programming SolaSpot LED™ fixtures can be programmed to provide a hard edge beam with full static color, multiple gobo patterns and effects. This chapter gives a brief overview of DMX programming and describes SolaSpot LED DMX parameters. DMX Programming Overview ..................................................................... 37 Full Speed verses MSpeed Control ............................................................... 37 16-bit Functionality .......................................
Indigo Highlighter ..................................................................................... 49 Indigo Highlighter Function .......................................................................... 49 Indigo Highlighter Dim ................................................................................ 49 Chapter 6: General Maintenance and Troubleshooting This chapter outlines safety and maintenance procedures as well as troubleshooting error messages. Safety Considerations ..................
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CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Chapter 1: Product Overview This chapter describes the features and specifications of the SolaSpot LED™ fixture along with a list of related products and accessories. SolaSpot LED is the highest performance LED spot in its class. The LED source provides enhancements above non-LED fixtures. With no loss of output over years of use, reduced power consumption and less heat dissipation, the SolaSpot LED fixture is a perfect choice for long lasting efficiency.
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview • LED strobe • Fast mechanical iris Effects • Fixed Color wheel with eight positions plus open • Prism rotation effects • Indigo Highlighter LED output Construction • High resolution micro-stepping motor control for smooth motion at all speeds • Fast, smooth, and quiet yoke movement • Color LCD menu with battery operation • 3-pin and 5-pin XLR/RDM connectors • Pan and tilt locks for easy transportation • ETL/UL and CE compliance 2 SolaSpot LEDTM User Manual
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Specifications Mechanical Specifications Dimensions: 456mm x 389mm x 678mm (17.9in x 15.3in x 26.7in) Fixture Weight: 24.5 kg (54 lbs) Shipping Weight: 29.5 kg (65 lbs) 180.0mm (7.1in) 259.5mm (10.2in 456.0m m (17.9in) 677.5mm (26.7in) 430.0mm (17.0in) 560.0mm (22.0in) 320.0mm (12.6in) 126.0mm (5.0in) 389.0mm (15.3in) SolaSpot LEDTM User Manual 303.7mm (12.
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Electrical Specifications Fixture Rated Power: 550 W Power consumption: AC 100V–240V; 50Hz/60Hz; 5A–1.8A Warning: Class I equipment - For continued protection against electric shock connect this equipment to an earthed (grounded) power source only. This equipment for connection to branch circuit having a maximum overload protection of 20 A.
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Fixture Components 1. Lens 1 2. Display 3. Battery Display button 4. Microphone 8 9 10 5. Left-button 6. Down-button 7. Right-button 8. Mode/Esc 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 9. Up-button 10. ENTER-button 11. Handle 12. 5-pin DMX out 13. 5-pin DMX in 14.3-pin DMX out 15. 3-pin DMX in 16. Power supply 17.
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Related Products and Accessories Name SolaSpot LED fixed color wheel dichroic filters 6 Part Number Contact Customer Service: 2105 Gracy Farms Lane Austin, TX 78758 USA voice:800.890.8989 fax: 512.834.
Chapter 2: SolaSpot LED Setup and Configuration Installation of your SolaSpot LED™ fixture includes mounting, connecting to power, DMX linking and configuration. Use the following steps to set up and configure your fixture: 1. Unpack the fixture. 2. Install power cord cap for your location. 3. Mount the fixture upright or suspended from a standard truss. 4. Connect the fixture to a DMX controller via DMX cabling. 5. Configure the fixture for DMX control.
CHAPTER 2 SolaSpot LED Setup and Configuration Installing a Power Cord Cap The power cord for SolaSpot LED fixtures ships without a power cord cap. Use the information in this section to install the correct power cord cap for your location. Because of the variety of power cord caps used worldwide, High End Systems, Inc. cannot make specific recommendations for the power cord cap. Contact a local authority for the type of power cord cap needed.
CHAPTER 2 SolaSpot LED Setup and Configuration Mounting the Fixture You can mount your SolaSpot LED fixture suspended from a support system (such as a truss) or freestanding on its base. WARNING! Equipment suitable for dry locations only. Do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. CAUTION! SolaSpot LED fixtures must be installed and operated by trained personnel only. Always use a secondary safety cable when mounting this fixture. Do not mount within .5 meters (1.6 feet) of a flammable object.
CHAPTER 2 SolaSpot LED Setup and Configuration WARNING! In all cases a safety cable should also be fixed between the safety cable mounting holes located at the bottom of the fixture base housing and the truss. Failure to use a safety cable could result in injury or death. High End Systems supplies the proper safety cables and may be contacted for replacements if necessary. For more information go to: www.highend.com/trusshang Use the following steps to mount a SolaSpot LED fixture on a standard truss: 1.
CHAPTER 2 SolaSpot LED Setup and Configuration Linking SolaSpot LED Fixtures The SolaSpot LED fixture operates on standard DMX512 link controlled by a DMX console. The number of fixtures on a link will be determined by the combined number of channels required by all the fixtures. A SolaSpot LED fixture requires a 28 channel footprint on a standard DMX512 link. Attach the fixture to the link using data-grade cable and 5-pin or 3-pin XLR cable connectors.
CHAPTER 2 SolaSpot LED Setup and Configuration Test each cable with a voltage/ohm meter (VOM) to verify correct polarity and to make sure that the negative and positive pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or to each other. CAUTION! Do not connect anything to the ground lug on the XLR connectors. Do not connect or allow contact between the common (cable shield) and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common could cause a ground loop and/or erratic behavior.
CHAPTER 2 SolaSpot LED Setup and Configuration Terminate the link by installing a 120 ohm, 1/4 watt (minimum) terminator in the fixture’s Data Out (female) cable connector in the last fixture on each DMX link. To construct a terminator: 1. Disassemble a male 3-pin or 5-pin XLR connector. 2. Solder a 120 ohm resistor, minimum of 1/4 watt, between Pin 2 and Pin 3. 3. Reassemble the XLR connector.
CHAPTER 2 SolaSpot LED Setup and Configuration Configuring SolaSpot LED for DMX Control Each SolaSpot LED fixture requires a block of 28 consecutive channels on a standard DMX512 link. Up to 28 standard SolaSpot LED fixtures can be assigned to a single link. For more information on Start Channels, see Determining DMX Start Channel Assignment on page 23. Address your fixture by setting the first channel of the channel range you want to assign this fixture on the link.
CHAPTER 2 SolaSpot LED Setup and Configuration Powering On the Fixture WARNING: This equipment is designed for connection to a branch circuit having a maximum overload protection of 20 A. CAUTION: Do not power on the fixture until verifying that the line cord cap is suitable for the power source in your location. For more information, see Installing a Power Cord Cap on page 8. Disengage Pan and Tilt locks before operating the fixture. For more information, see Pan and Tilt Locking on page 7.
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Chapter 3: Menu System This chapter shows you how to access and navigate the onboard Menu system and the options available for each menu with examples. Menu System Overview The front panel on SolaSpot LED fixtures has a full color LCD screen and navigation buttons to display and operate the onboard menu system.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Navigation Basics 1. Enter the Menu system by pressing the Mode/Esc MODE / ESC button for a few seconds until the menu appears. 2. The current option is displayed. Use the the current level. The red star Note: and buttons to scroll through menu options at * indicates the current menu. At the option or setting level of the menu, the currently selected option is displayed in white. Other options are displayed in red. 3.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System SolaSpot LED Menu Map Menu Level 2 Level 3 Info Value Display Description/Notes 1‐484 Sets the first value of a unique 28 channel range on DMX link. Current Time ####h Power On running time in hours Ttl Life Hrs ####h Fixture running time in hours Timer PIN XXX Sets a Timer Password Address Set DMX: ### Time Info.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Menu Level 2 Level 3 Shutoff Time Disp. Setting Flip Display Key Lock Set Option/Setting 02m‐60m Time until auto shutoff in minutes On Rotates display 180° Off Default display orientation On Locks key Off Allows key operation Celsius Temp.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Menu Level 2 Level 3 Option/Setting Slave 1 Slave 2 Slave 3 Master Auto Program Alone Master Music Control Alone Program 1 … Prog.Part 1 Program 10 Program 1 … Prog.Part 2 Set to Slave Playback Select Prog Prog.Part 3 Description/Notes Reverts to playback via console DMX Control Assigns slave setting Assigns auto program mode Assigns music control mode Selects program to be run in the Program part.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Menu System Options The following sections describe and give examples for selecting and/or setting available fixture configuration options. Address Menu Address is the top level menu selection used to set the fixture’s DMX start channel. You can address the fixture before applying power in the battery mode or in normal mode after you power up the fixture. Note: The last valid Start channel for a SolaSpot LED fixture is 485 (512–28+1).
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Determining DMX Start Channel Assignment There are 512 available channels on each DMX link divided among all the devices in a particular link. A fixture must have a unique Start channel number in order to respond independently to controller commands. To determine each fixture’s DMX start channel in a link, identify the channel range of every fixture on the link. Channel range is the number of consecutive channels a fixture requires.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Information Menu The Information menu displays current fixture information such as internal temperature, total fixture hours, software version, and DMX values for each of the fixture’s 28 parameters. Fixture hours resets are executed in the Information Menu. To enter the Information Menu: 1. Press the MODE / ESC MODE/ESC button to enter the first level of the menu system. The display will show Address and Info as the first two options in the top menu level. 2. Using the 3.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Values Display This menu option lets you view the current DMX value for each of the fixture’s 28 parameters. To view DMX values by Parameter: 1. Navigate to and select the Info menu as shown on page 24. 2. Using the buttons, scroll to Values Display and press the 3. Using the buttons, scroll to any of the DMX parameters in the SolaSpot LED protocol and press the button to select. button to view its current DMX decimal value.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Set Menu The Set Parameters menu lets you configure your fixture’s motion, display, and data source settings. To enter the Set menu: 1. Press the MODE / ESC MODE/ESC button to enter the first level of the menu system. The display will show Address and Info as the first two options in the top menu level. The red star * indicates the current option. 2. Using the 3. Press the buttons, scroll to Set. button to select.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System To expand the pan range, scroll from the default option of 540 to 630 and press the button to select. Encoders Encoders maintain the Pan and Tilt position of the fixture, but may need to be disabled to perform certain test and maintenance procedures. The default setting is On. To disable encoders, select the Off option. Pan/Tilt Speed This options adjusts the maximum movement speed of the pan and tilt parameters. The Speed 1 option is the default normal movement speed.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Display Setting This Set option lets you control how the display functions. To select the Display Setting menu 1. Navigate to and select the Set menu as shown on page 26. 2. Using the buttons, scroll to Display Setting and press the 3. Using the buttons, scroll to one of the following options below and press the button to select. button to select. 4. Using the buttons, scroll to one of the following options and press the button to select.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Test Options Menu This menu lets you manually Home the fixture and change DMX values for parameters. To Enter the Test Options Menu: 1. Press the MODE / ESC MODE/ESC button to enter the first level of the menu system. The display will show Address and Info as the first two options in the top menu level. The red star * indicates the current option. 2. Using the 3. Press the buttons, scroll to Test. button to select.
CHAPTER 3 Menu System Calibration This Test menu option lets you fine tune the home position for each parameter. To calibrate Static Color Wheel after homing: 1. Navigate to and select the Test menu as shown above. 2. Using the buttons, scroll to Calibration and press the button to select. 3. Using the buttons, scroll to Color Wheel and press the 4. Using the buttons, adjust the Gobo Wheel 1 offset value and press the button to select. button to store the calibration adjustment.
CHAPTER 4 Preset Programming Chapter 4: Preset Programming SolaSpot LED fixtures can be programmed through the onboard menu system using Preset Programming. This section describes how to program your fixtures for stand-alone operation using the on-board memory in each fixture to create and store scenes.
CHAPTER 4 Preset Programming Master and Slave The following example shows the relationship between scenes, programs and partitions programmed on the Master and how slave groups are assigned.
CHAPTER 4 Preset Programming Preset Menu Playback Settings Preset programming requires one fixture to act as the Master. All other SolaSpot LED fixtures on the link can then be set as slaves to playback the Master presets. Slave fixtures receive all their preset parameter and timing information from the master fixture.
CHAPTER 4 Preset Programming Edit Scenes A parameter is a fixture attribute that can be controlled to modify the light beam in terms of color, beam quality and pattern, intensity, or focus (position). DMX programming assigns a DMX value to each of the fixture’s parameters. A scene is one combination of parameter settings. SolaSpot LED fixtures provide 250 pre-programmed scenes you can use or edit to build a preset program. The first 64 scenes have factory created settings which can be edited as desired.
CHAPTER 4 Preset Programming Set Input by Out This Scene Edit option allows you to capture the parameter values for a scene from DMX input into the fixture. Once you create a look from a DMX console do the following: 1. Navigate to and select the Preset menu as shown on page 33. 2. Use the buttons to scroll to the Edit Scenes option and press 3. Use the press to select. buttons to scroll to the Scene number you wish to build on from 1-250 and to select. 4.
CHAPTER 4 Preset Programming Select Program This preset option lets you assign a Preset Program to one of three Program Partitions. A fixture assigned as a Slave can playback any Program Partition defined by the Master fixture. Note: The Master fixture can only playback Program Partition 1 To assign a program to each Program Partition: 1. Navigate to and select the Preset menu as shown on page 33. 2. Use the buttons to scroll to Select Prog menu and press to select.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Chapter 5: DMX Programming SolaSpot LED™ fixtures can be programmed to provide a hard edge beam with full static color, multiple gobo patterns and effects. This chapter gives a brief overview of DMX programming and describes SolaSpot LED DMX parameters. DMX Programming Overview A parameter is a fixture attribute that can be controlled to modify the light beam in terms of color, beam quality and pattern, intensity, or focus (position).
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming the controller’s vendor. For information on operating your fixture with a controller (or control device such as DMX control software), consult the documentation provided with the controller. SolaSpot LED DMX Protocol The SolaSpot LED fixture uses 28 channels of a standard DMX512 link to control motion, wheel functions, focus, zoom, iris, shutter and lamp function.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Pan and Tilt Parameters The SolaSpot LED fixture has a 540° pan range and a 250° tilt range. Two DMX channels provide 16-bit adjustment to a fraction of a degree for pan and tilt position. An MSpeed function is available for Pan and Tilt parameters when the MSpeed parameter. For information on implementing MSpeed, see MSpeed (Motor Speed) on page 48.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Static Color Position Static Color Position parameter controls fixed color wheel positioning. The Static Color Function setting you choose determines how the individual color mixing wheels can move.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Gobo Wheel Parameters A SolaSpot LED fixture has two Gobo wheels each with seven rotating lithopatterns™ plus open. Both Gobo wheels use Gobo Function and Gobo Position parameters to control the positioning and rotation of the Static Gobo wheel. The Rotating Gobo Wheel uses Gobo Rotate Function and Gobo Rotate parameters to control individual aperture position and rotation on the wheel.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Static Gobo Position This parameter lets you select from seven anamorphic patterns plus open on the Static Gobo Wheel.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Rotating Gobo Wheel Parameters Rotating Gobo Function The Rotating Gobo Function parameter determines how the Rotating Gobo wheel moves. DMX Value Gobo Wheel Function Description 0-15 Indexed Moves by the quickest path and snaps to the chosen aperture. 16-31 Forward Wheel Spin Spins the gobo wheel forward at variable speeds. 32-47 Reverse Wheel Spin Spins the gobo wheel in reverse at variable speeds.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Rotating Gobo Position A Rotating Gobo Position parameter positions the wheel in the optical path at the center of the aperture to perform the function selected by the Rotating Gobo Function parameter.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Rotating Gobo Rotate Function Gobo rotate refers to the motion of the individual aperture wheels on the Rotating Gobo Wheel. The Rotating Gobo Function parameter determines modes for gobo rotation.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Prism Parameters The SolaSpot LED fixture has a separate 4-facet prism that can be placed and rotated in the optical path and used along with gobo patterns and color mixing. Prism Function The Prism Rotate Function parameter determines how the prism wheel moves.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Iris Parameter The SolaSpot LED iris has a variable circular opening that controls the beam diameter in a similar fashion as a camera's iris controls the amount of light entering the camera. Iris is a continuous parameter that adjusts the iris from closed at a DMX of 0 to open at a DMX value of 255. Shutter Parameters Shutter Function This parameter control normal shutter and strobing features.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming MSpeed (Motor Speed) MSpeed is the time required for a motor to complete movement when changing from one position to another. In SolaSpot LED fixtures, MSpeed provides a means for Pan and Tilt motors to reach their target position at the same time, even though each motor may have different distances to travel. MSpeed movement is extremely smooth because the fixture controls movements independent of DMX refresh rates. MSpeed times vary from 0.15 seconds to 252.7 seconds.
CHAPTER 5 DMX Programming Indigo Highlighter Indigo Highlighter system consists four 1-watt indigo LEDs that provide additional light output. Two parameters define the Indigo Highlighter operation. Indigo Highlighter Function You can choose to have the Indigo Highlighter system function independently from the fixture’s dimming or track it.
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Chapter 6: General Maintenance and Troubleshooting This chapter outlines safety and maintenance procedures as well as troubleshooting error messages. Safety Considerations CAUTION: The information in this chapter is intended to assist qualified personnel only. WARNING: Disconnect power before servicing. Replace fuses with the specified type and rating only. Maintenance There are no serviceable parts inside the device except for the lamp.
CHAPTER 6 General Maintenance and Troubleshooting Replacing Rotating Gobos The SolaSpot fixture is designed with removable rotating gobo apertures. This allows a gobo to be changed easily without removing the wheel from the unit. Note: It is imperative that gobo holders are removed and replaced one at a time. One of the holders has a homing magnet and must be installed into the correct location. Failing to do so will result in gobo index homing errors. To change a rotating gobo: 1.
CHAPTER 6 General Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning the Fixture • Clean the inside and outside lens each week to avoid the weakness of the lights due to accumulation of dust. • Clean the fan each week. • To ensure smooth gobo rotation, lubricate the wheel every three months. Warnings:To avoid electrical shock, disconnect power before servicing. Equipment surfaces may reach temperatures up to 130° C (266° F). Allow the fixture to cool before handling. To clean the internal glass components: 1.
CHAPTER 6 General Maintenance and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Error Messages When you turn on the fixture, it will make a reset at first. The display may show "Err channel is XX" while there are problems with one or more channels. "XX" stands for channel 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 who has the testing sensor for positioning. For example, when the display shows "Err channel is Color wheel", it means there is some error in channel 1.
CHAPTER 6 General Maintenance and Troubleshooting Zoom Er (Zoom-error) This message will appear after the reset of the fixture if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunction (sensor failed or magnet missing) or the stepping-motor is defective (or its driving IC on the main PCB). The Zoom is not located in the default position after the reset.
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Appendix A: MSpeed Conversion Table The following table lists the MSpeed (motor) movement times and their corresponding DMX controller values. If you have a numeric-type controller, use the Value Decimal (dec.) column. If you have a fader-type controller, use the Value Percentage (%) column. If your controller allows you to program hex values, use the Value (hex) column. Time (sec.) 0.15 0.15 0.17 0.19 0.21 0.25 0.29 0.35 0.41 0.47 0.55 0.63 0.73 0.83 0.94 1.05 1.18 1.31 1.45 1.60 1.75 1.92 2.09 2.27 2.
Appendix A MSpeed Conversion Table Time (sec.) 51.33 52.24 53.16 54.09 55.02 55.96v 56.91 57.87 58.84 59.81 60.79 61.78 62.78 63.79 64.80 65.82 66.85 67.89 68.94 69.99 71.05 72.13 73.20 74.29 75.38 76.49 77.60 78.71 79.84 80.98 82.12 83.27 84.43 85.59 86.77 87.95 89.14 90.34 91.55 92.76 93.98 95.21 96.45 97.70 98.95 100.22 101.49 58 Value (dec.
