Solaris FLARE Manual de usuario

Solaris Flare / Flare Jr. user manual version 9.1 111215

Operation Manual

Solaris Flare / Flare Jr. user manual version 9.1 111215

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................................3

Product Overview ...............................................................................................................3

What is Included .................................................................................................................3

Unpacking Instructions ......................................................................................................3

Power Requirements ..........................................................................................................3

Frequency Setting ...............................................................................................................3

Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................................4

Technical Features .............................................................................................................4

2. SETUP .........................................................................................................................................5

Fuse Replacement ..............................................................................................................5

Fixture Linking ....................................................................................................................5

DMX Data Cable .................................................................................................................5

Cable Connectors ...............................................................................................................6

3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart .........................................................................................6

Setting up DMX Serial Data Link ........................................................................................7

Fixture Mounting / Rigging ..................................................................................................7

3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................8

Control Panel Navigation ....................................................................................................8

Menu Map –Flare ...............................................................................................................9

Menu Map –Flare Jr. ........................................................................................................10

Menu Function Description ...............................................................................................11

Basic Mode .......................................................................................................................16

Strobe Modes ...................................................................................................................17

Strobe-Only Mode .............................................................................................................18

Advanced Modes ..............................................................................................................19

Pixel Locations –Flare .....................................................................................................21

Pixel Locations –Flare Jr. ...............................................................................................22

Advanced RGB Strobe DMX ............................................................................................22

Advanced RBGW Strobe DMX .........................................................................................23

Manual Function ...............................................................................................................25

4. APPENDIX ................................................................................................................................27

Basics of DMX Control ......................................................................................................27

General Maintenance .......................................................................................................27

Limited Warranty ...............................................................................................................27

Return Procedure .............................................................................................................28

Contact Information ..........................................................................................................28

Technical Specifications –Flare .......................................................................................29

Technical Specifications –Flare Jr. ..................................................................................30

Important: Read this manual before powering or installing the unit. Follow the safety precautions

listed herein. Observe all warnings in this manual and those printed on the unit.

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1. INTRODUCTION

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Solaris Flare and Flare Jr are combination wash/strobe/blinders with up to 1000 Watts of LED RGBW brightness,

instantaneous color mixing, and 1200Hz refresh rate for smooth on-camera dimming. One Solaris Flare or Flare

Jr. does the job of many conventional LED fixtures, saving setup time and labor.

Simultaneous color wash, strobe, and blinder in one fixture!

Up to 1000 Watt brightness in a single LED fixture.

Produces powerful “organic” light, like one giant LED

Instantaneous RGBW color mixing

1200Hz refresh rate.

Pixel-map feature –up to 12 (Flare) or 4 (Flare Jr.) discrete, individually-controlled LED sections.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

1x Solaris Flare or Flare Jr.

1x Power cable

1x User Manual

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Upon receipt of the fixture, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure that all parts are

present and in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any

parts appear to be damaged from shipping or if the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton

and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture

be returned in the original factory box and packing.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Before powering the unit, make sure the line voltage is within the range of accepted voltages. This fixture

accommodates 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz. All fixtures must be powered directly from a switched circuit and cannot

be operated with a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used

solely as a 0-100% switch.

When powered up, Solaris performs a preprogrammed internal test. On initial power-up the factory default DMX

address appears on the display screen and Solaris is ready for operation. After initial power-up, the last-saved

DMX address will appear.

FREQUENCY SETTING

Depending on location, change the Default Frequency setting to match the mains power (e.g., US and Canada

should be set at 60Hz). Proper frequency setting will ensure minimum amount of visible artifacts when using

Solaris on camera.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please keep this Operation Manual for future reference. If unit is sold to another user, make sure they also

receive this instruction booklet.

Ensure fixture is connected to proper voltage, and that line voltage is not higher than that stated on the

fixture.

Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.

Always disconnect from the power source before servicing or fuse replacement. Always use the fuse

specified in this manual.

Always use a safety cable when hanging fixture overhead.

Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 40°C (104°F). Do not operate fixture at temperatures above this

rating.

In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Repairs must be carried out by

trained, authorized personnel. Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Only OEM spare

parts should be used.

Do not connect the device to a dimmer pack.

Make sure power cord is never crimped or damaged.

Never disconnect power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.

Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source during operation.

Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or attempt any

repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, please contact your distributor.

Technical Features / Description

Flare: 96 10W RGBW Cree®LEDs, divided into 2, 3, 4, 6 or 12 pixels

Flare Jr: 32 10W RGBW Cree LEDs, divided into 1, 2, or 4 pixels

Variable intensity control 0-100% in 8bit or 16bit control modes

Beam spread: 36°

Refresh rate: 1200HZ

Flash Duration control 0-650ms flashes per second

Flash Rate control 0-16.7Hz (50Hz) / 0-20Hz (60Hz)

Continuous blinder/wash effect

Flash intensity curve selection

User definable fades

LCD control panel display with 4 control buttons

Please read these instructions carefully. This user guide

contains important information about the installation, usage and

maintenance of this fixture.

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2. SETUP

FUSE REPLACEMENT

Flare and Flare Jr. use a 12A 250V slow-blow fuse (5x20mm). To replace fuse:

1. With a screwdriver turn the fuse cap counter-clockwise to remove fuse cap with fuse.

2. Replace fuse attached to fuse cap.

3. Reinsert fuse cap with new fuse and tighten clockwise.

FIXTURE LINKING

A DMX data link is needed to operate one or more fixtures via a DMX-512 lighting console. The combined

number of channels required by all the fixtures on a DMX data link determines the number of fixtures the DMX

data link can support.

Important: Fixtures on a DMX data link must be daisy-chained in one single line. To comply with the

EIA-485 standard, no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link. Connecting more

than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically-isolated splitter may result in

deterioration of the digital DMX signal.

Maximum recommended DMX data link distance between fixtures: 984 ft. (300 meters).

DMX DATA CABLE

Use a ProPlex® DMX cable or equivalent which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications. Standard

microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances. The data cable must have the

following characteristics:

2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield

Max. capacitance between conductors –30 pF/ft.

Max. capacitance between conductor and shield –55 pF/ft.

Max. resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.

Nominal impedance 100-140 ohms

POWER LINKING –FLARE JR.

The Flare JR has a Neutrik®PowerCon IN and THRU connection allowing power linking (daisy-chaining).

Depending on the power provided, you should not exceed the power threshold. Max. 5 units 10-120V; max. 10

units 208-240V.

Disconnect the power cord before replacing the

fuse. Always replace with the correct fuse type.

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CABLE CONNECTORS

Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end.

DMX connector configuration

CAUTION: Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the

common can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohm

meter to verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or

each other

3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART

If using a console with a 3-pin DMX output connector, a 3-pin to 5-pin adapter is needed. The chart below details

a proper cable conversion:

3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART

Conductor

3 Pin Female (output)

5 Pin Male (Input)

Ground / Shield

Pin 1

Data ( -) signal

Pin 2

Data ( + ) signal

Pin 3

Do not use

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SETTING UP A DMX SERIAL DATA LINK

1) Connect the male 5-pin XLR connector of the data cable to the female 5-pin XLR output of the DMX console.

Connect the other end of the data cable (female 5-pin XLR) to the male 5-pin XLR connector located on the

Solaris Flare.

2) Connect from the fixture output as stated above to the input of the following fixture, and so forth.

3) Continue linking until the last fixture is connected in your DMX signal data chain.

FIXTURE MOUNTING

Orientation

Flare and Flare Jr. fixtures may be mounted in any position. Always make sure there is adequate room for

ventilation. Do not obstruct unit’s fan or vents.

Support Stand

Always use a professional stand rated to support weight greater than the fixture (see technical specifications).

Attach a TVMP spigot to the yoke of the Flare or Flare Jr. and mount on the stand.

Rigging –Always consult a certified rigging specialist before suspending any fixture overhead!

Use ProBurger®couplers or equivalent C- or O-type clamps for attaching to truss. It is

important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Adjust the angle of the fixture by

loosening both knobs and tilting the fixture. After finding the desired position, retighten

both knobs.

Always use safety cables!

When selecting installation location, consider routine maintenance.

Never mount fixture where it will be exposed to moisture, high humidity,

extreme temperatures, or restricted ventilation.

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3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CONTROL PANEL NAVIGATION

Access control panel functions using the four control panel buttons located directly underneath the LCD Display.

The Control Panel LCD Display shows the menu items selected from the menu map (see page 9). When a

menu function is selected, the display will show the first available option for the selected menu function. To

select a menu item, press <MENU>.

Press and hold the <MENU> button to scroll through the top level menu items. This is the top of the menu map.

Use the <Up> and <Down> buttons, located to the right of the LCD screen, to navigate the menu map and menu

options. Press the <MENU> button to access the menu function currently displayed or to enable a menu option.

To return to the top of the menu map or menu without changing the value, press the < X > button.

Main Menu Functions: Flare

DMX Address –DMX address selection

Control –Control mode selection menu

Manual –Manual Control

Demo –Demonstration scenes

Config –Configuration Menu

Main Menu Functions: Flare Jr.

DMX Address –DMX address selection

DMX Source –Wireless or wired

Control –Control mode selection menu

Manual –Manual Control

Demo –Demonstration scenes

Config –Configuration Menu

During normal operation, the Control Panel LED Display indicates DMX start address. When the DMX signal is

not connected, or if the Flare is not receiving a DMX signal, the address blinks RED.

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MENU MAP -FLARE

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MENU MAP –FLARE JR.

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