ProLights ArcPod 15VW Manual de usuario
USER MANUAL
REV.01-08/22 English version
ArcPod 15VW
15x10W VW outdoor IP66 LED
wash light for exterior installations
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INDEX
SAFETY INFORMATION 2SAFETY INFORMATION 2
1 - PACKAGING 051 - PACKAGING 05
PACKAGE CONTENT 05PACKAGE CONTENT 05
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 05OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 05
2 - TECHNICAL DRAWING 062 - TECHNICAL DRAWING 06
3 - INSTALLATION 073 - INSTALLATION 07
MOUNTING 07MOUNTING 07
4 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW 084 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW 08
5 - CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY 095 - CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY 09
6 - DMX CONNECTION 106 - DMX CONNECTION 10
CONNECTION OF THE CONTROL SIGNAL: DMX LINE 10CONNECTION OF THE CONTROL SIGNAL: DMX LINE 10
INSTRUCTIONS FOR A RELIABLE DMX CONNECTION 10INSTRUCTIONS FOR A RELIABLE DMX CONNECTION 10
CONNECTION DAISY CHAIN OF THE DMX LINE 10CONNECTION DAISY CHAIN OF THE DMX LINE 10
DMX ADDRESSING 11DMX ADDRESSING 11
7 - RDM FUNCTIONS 117 - RDM FUNCTIONS 11
8 - OPERATION VIA DATAMASTER 128 - OPERATION VIA DATAMASTER 12
RDM SETTING 12RDM SETTING 12
STAND ALONE FUNCTION 13STAND ALONE FUNCTION 13
9 - DMX CHARTS 149 - DMX CHARTS 14
10 - ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION 1610 - ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION 16
LENS (CODE S27QLENS10-15-25-45) 16LENS (CODE S27QLENS10-15-25-45) 16
LIGHT DIFFUSION FILTER (CODE A15QFILTER) 17LIGHT DIFFUSION FILTER (CODE A15QFILTER) 17
BARN DOOR (CODE A15QBD - OPTIONAL) 18BARN DOOR (CODE A15QBD - OPTIONAL) 18
11 - MAINTENANCE 1911 - MAINTENANCE 19
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING THE PRODUCT 19MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING THE PRODUCT 19
VISUAL CHECK OF PRODUCT HOUSING 19VISUAL CHECK OF PRODUCT HOUSING 19
TROUBLESHOOTING 20TROUBLESHOOTING 20
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING!
• Please read carefully the instruction reported in this section before installing, power-
ing, operating or servicing the product and observe the indications also for its future
handling.
This unit is not for household use, only professional applications.
Connection to mains supply
• The Connection to the mains supply must be carried out by a qualied electrical
installer.
• Use only AC supplies 100-240V 50-60 Hz, the xture must be electrically connected
to ground (earth).
• Select the cable cross section in according with the maximum current draw of the
product and the possible number of products connected at the same power line.
• The AC mains power distribution circuit must be equipped with magnetic+residual
current circuit breaker protection.
• Do not connect it to a dimmer system; doing so may damage the product.
Protection and Warning against electrical shock
• Do not remove any cover from the product, always disconnect the product from AC
power before servicing.
• Ensure that the xture is electrically connected to ground (earth). And use only a
source of AC power that complies with local building and electrical codes and has
both overload and ground-fault (earth-fault) protection.
• Before using the xture, check that all power distribution equipment and cables are
in perfect condition and rated for the current requirements of all connected devices.
• Isolate the xture from power immediately if the power plug or any seal, cover, ca-
ble, or other components are damaged, defective, deformed or showing signs of
overheating.
• Do not reapply power until repairs have been completed.
• Refer any service operation not described in this manual to PROLIGHTS Service team
or an authorized PROLIGHTS service center.
Installation
• Make sure that all visible parts of the product are in good visible condition before its
use or installation.
• Make sure the point of anchorage is stable before positioning the projector.
• When suspending the xture above ground level, secure it against failure of primary
attachments by attaching a safety cable that is approved as a safety attachment for
the weight of the xture to the attachment point on the main frame of the product. ln
case the safety cable, enter in action, it needs to be replaced with a new one.
• Install the product only in well ventilated places.
• For non temporary installations, ensure that the xture is securely fastened to a load-
bearing surface with suitable corrosionresistant hardware.
• For a temporary installation with clamps, ensure that the quarter-turn fastener and/or
screws are turned fully, and secured with a suitable safety cable.
0,5 m Minimum distance of illuminated objects
• The projector needs to be positioned so that the objects hit by the beam of light are
at least 0.5 meters (1.64 ft) from the lens of the projector.
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T
45°
C
aMax operating ambient temperature (Ta)
• Do not operate the xture if the ambient temperature (Ta) exceeds 45 °C (113 °F).
T
-20°
C
a
Minimum operating ambient temperature (Ta)
• Do not operate the xture if the ambient temperature (Ta) is below -20 °C (-4 °F).
Protection from burns and re
• The exterior of the xture becomes hot during use. Avoid contact by persons and
materials.
• Ensure that there is free and unobstructed airow around the xture.
• Keep ammable materials well away from the xture
• Do not expose the front glass to sunlight or any other strong light source from any an-
gle. Lenses can focus the sun’s rays inside the xture, creating a potential re hazard.
• Do not attempt to bypass thermostatic switches or fuses.
IP66
Permanent Outdoor use
• This product is rated with an IP (Ingress protection) for permanent outdoor use when
used and serviced according to the instruction contained in this document.
• Never use the xture in places subject to vibrations or bumps.
• Make certain that no inammable liquids, water or metal objects enter the xture.
• Excessive dust, smoke uid, and particle build up degrades performance, causes
overheating and will damage the xture.
• Damages caused by inadequate cleaning or maintenance are not covered by the
product warranty.
T
65°
C
c
Temperature of the external surface
• The surface of the xture can reach up to 65 °C (158 °F) during operation. Avoid
contact with people and materials.
Maintenance
• Warning! Disconnect the xture from AC mains power and allow to cool for at least
10 minutes before handling.
• Only technicians who are authorized by PROLIGHTS or Authorised service partners
are permitted to open the xture.
• Users may carry out external cleaning, following the warnings and instructions pro-
vided, but any service operation not described in this manual must be referred to a
qualied service technician.
• Important! Excessive dust, smoke uid, and particle build up degrades performance,
causes overheating and will damage the xture. Damages caused by inadequate
cleaning or maintenance is not covered by the product warranty.
Photobiological safety
• This device emits potentially dangerous optical radiation and is identied in the cat-
egory of Risk Group 1 according to EN 62471.
Do not stare at the operating light source
• Do not look directly at the LED source during operation. It can be harmful to the eyes
and skin.
• During Installation, operation and maintenance, be prepared for the xture to light
and move suddenly when connected to power.
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Disposal
• This product is supplied in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU – Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). To preserve the environment please dis-
pose/ recycle this product at the end of its life according to the local regulation.
The products to which this manual refers comply with:
• 2014/35/EU - Safety of electrical equipment supplied at low voltage (LVD).
• 2014/30/EU - Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).
• 2011/65/EU - Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS).
The products to which this manual refers comply with:
• UL 1573 + CSA C22.2 No. 166 - Stage and Studio Luminaires and Connector Strips.
FCC Compliance:
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Other approvals
• The product meets the safety requirements of the certification procedures of the
market in which it is placed and sold.
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1 - PACKAGING
PACKAGE CONTENT
• 1x ARCPOD15VW;
• 1x BARE END - IP connection adapter;
• 1x 5p XLR - IP connection male adapter;
• 1x 5p XLR - IP connection female adapter;
• User Manual.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• AWEXDC1221: ADP Signal adapter kit from AWEXDC1 series to AWEXDC2 series and vice versa.
• C6002B: Slim aluminum clamp, 200kg loading, 48-51mm tubes, M10 bolt, Black.
• RSR0630B: Steel security cable for hanging bodies, inox steel shackle, L=60 cm, black.
• AWEXAC12ADP: Power adapter from AWEXAC1 cable series to AWEXAC2 cable series.
• A15QFILTER20: 20° symmetric light diffusion lter for ARCPOD15Q/VW, 11,4x18,6 cm.
• A15QFILTER30: symmetric light diffusion lter for ARCPOD15Q/VW, 11,4x18,6 cm.
• A15QFILTER40: 40° symmetric light diffusion lter for ARCPOD15Q/VW, 11,4x18,6 cm.
• A15QFILTER60: 60° symmetric light diffusion lter for ARCPOD15Q/VW, 11,4x18,6 cm.
• A15QFILTER80: 80° symmetric light diffusion lter for ARCPOD15Q/VW, 11,4x18,6 cm.
• A15QFILTER1060: 10°x60° asymmetric light diffusion lter for ARCPOD15Q/VW, 11,4x18,6 cm.
• A15QFILTER3060: 30°x60° asymmetric light diffusion lter for ARCPOD15Q/VW, 11,4x18,6 cm.
• A15QFILTER6010: 60°X10° asymmetric light diffusion lter for ARCPOD15Q/VW, 11,4x18,6 cm.
• A15QFILTER6030: 60°X30° asymmetric light diffusion lter for ARCPOD15Q/VW, 11,4x18,6 cm.
• S27QLENS10: 10° lens for SOLAR27, ARCPOD27, SOLAR48, ARCPOD48, ARCPOD15 and ARC-
POD96 series.
• S27QLENS15: 15° lens for SOLAR27, ARCPOD27, SOLAR48, ARCPOD48, ARCPOD15 and ARC-
POD96 series.
• S27QLENS25: 25° lens for SOLAR27, ARCPOD27, SOLAR48, ARCPOD48, ARCPOD15 and ARC-
POD96 series.
• S27QLENS45: 45° lens for SOLAR27, ARCPOD27, SOLAR48, ARCPOD48, ARCPOD15 and ARC-
POD96 series.
• A15QBD: Black barn door 4 directional aps to adjust the light beam, ARCPOD15Q/VW.
• DATAMASTER: RDM/DMX tool,cable tester, 5p XLR connectors,pouch, charging cable, XLR adapters.
• AWEXAC1L03: IP67 power extension cable for outdoor architectural projectors, L.03 m.
• AWEXAC1L05: IP67 power extension cable for outdoor architectural projectors, L.05 m.
• AWEXDC1L10: IP67 DMX extension cable for outdoor architectural projectors, L.10 m.
• AWEXAC1L20: IP67 power extension cable for outdoor architectural projectors, L.2 0m.
• AWEXDC1L03: IP67 DMX extension cable for outdoor architectural projectors, L.03 m.
• AWEXDC1L05: IP67 DMX extension cable for outdoor architectural projectors, L.05 m.
• AWEXAC1L10: IP67 power extension cable for outdoor architectural projectors, L.10 m.
• AWEXDC1L20: IP67 DMX extension cable for outdoor architectural projectors, L.20 m.
• UPBOX1UP5: Firmware uploader kit, USB IN, 5pin XLR DMX OUT, USB OUT.
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Fig. 01
2 - TECHNICAL DRAWING
Weight: 6.3 kg - 13.89 lbs
307 mm
[12.1 in]
83 mm
[3.3 in]
259 mm
[10.2 in]
153 mm
[6.0 in]
222 mm
[8.7 in]
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289 mm
11.4 in
56 mm
2.2 in
8 mm
0.3 in
307 mm
12.1 in
R4 mm
R0.2 in
83 mm
3.3 in
64 mm
2.5 in
Fig. 02
3 - INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
Check that the supporting structure can safely bear the weight of all installed xtures, clamps, cables,
auxiliary equipment, etc. and complies with locally applicable regulations.
For temporary installation when suspending the xture above ground level, secure it against failure of
primary attachments by attaching a safety wire that is approved as a safety attachment for the weight
of the xture to an anchor point on the product main frame.
For xed installation use M8 bolts.
Do not use removable parts or weak anchors for secondary attachment.
Warning! When clamping the xture to a truss or other structure at any angle, use clamps of half-cou-
pler type. Do not use any type of clamp that does not completely encircle the structure when fastened.
TILT movement: 130°.
Screws for unlock and lock
the TILT (on both sides).
Slots for fixing.
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4 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1. POWER IN: for connection to a mains (100-240V~/50-60Hz). The max power consumption is 120W.
2. DMX IN (3-pole): 1 = GND, 2 = sign-, 3 = sign+.
3. DMX OUT (3-pole): 1 = GND, 2 = sign-, 3 = sign+.
4. POWER OUT: power output for connection of multiple units in series.
Fig. 03
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