Elation Professional
6122 S Eastern Ave
Los Angeles, Ca 90040
Rev. 2/11/2008
Version 1.41
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CONTENTS
1. General Information……………………………………………………………………… 4
a. Introduction………………………………………………………………………. 4
b. Unpacking………………………………………………………..…………..….. 4
c. Customer Support…………………………………………….………………… 4
d. Warranty Registration……………………………………………………..……. 5
e. Discharge Lamp Warning………………………………………………………. 5
2. Safety Guidelines………………………………………………………........……………6
3. Fixture Overview…………………………………………………………………………..7
4. Features……………………………………………………………………………………11
5. General Guidelines………………………………………………………………………. 10
6. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….……..12
a. Mounting Points…………………………………………………………………..13
b. Clamp Mounting ………………………………………………………………….14
c. Floor Mounting ……………………………………………………………………14
d. Side Mounting ……………………………………………………………………15
e. Securing………………………………………………………………………….. 16
7. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………... 17
a. DMX Cable Requirements……..………………………………………………. 17
b. DMX Terminator…………………………………………………………………. 19
c. 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion……………………………………………………….19
d. DMX Addressing………………………………………………………………… 19
8. Fixture Menu……………………………………………………………………………… 21
9. Operation..…………………………………………………………………………………24
10. DMX Channel Traits…...….…………………………………………………………….. 25
a. 14 Channel Mode ………………………………………………………………. 25
b. 10 Channel Mode ………………………………………………………………. 28
c. 13 Channel Mode ………………………………………………………………. 29
11. Cleaning and Maintenance………………………………………………………………30
12. Warranty……………………………………………………………………………………31
13. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 33
14. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 34
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION: Congratulations, you have just purchased one of the most innovative and
reliable lighting fixtures on the market today! The Impression,™ has been designed to
perform reliably for years when the guidelines in this booklet are followed. Please read and
understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting to
operate this unit. These instructions contain important information regarding safety during
use and maintenance.
UNPACKING: Thank you for purchasing the Impression™ by Elation Professional®. Every
Impression™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating
condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during
shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your unit for damage and be
sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit have arrived intact. In the event damage
has been found or parts are missing, please contact our customer support team for further
instructions. Please do not return this unit to your dealer without first contacting customer
support at the number listed below.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Elation Professional® provides a customer support line, to provide
set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up
comments or suggestions. For service related issue please contact Elation Professional®.
Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Voice:
Fax:
(323) 582-3322
(323) 582-3108
E-mail:
Forum:
Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to
rain or moisture.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs
yourself, doing so will void your manufactures warranty.
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Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please recycle whenever possible.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The Impression™ carries a two year (730 days) limited
warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned
service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a
return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be clearly written on the outside
of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A. number must
also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping container. If the unit is
under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. Items returned
without a R.A. number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be refused and
returned at customer’s expense. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting customer
support at (323) 582-3322.
Never open this fixture while in use!
This fixture operates with extremely high voltages. Shock may occur if this fixture is opened
during use.
This device falls under protection-class 1. Therefore it is essential that the device be
grounded properly.
All electrical connections must performed by qualified personal.
Be sure to always use an approved “Power Con” connector. Never attempt to modify the
power inlet. Be sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged. If the power cord is
damaged, replace it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.
Always disconnect from main power before performing any type of service or any cleaning
procedure.
Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the wire portion of
the cord.
Please be aware that damages caused by user modifications to the device are not subject to
warranty.
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2. SAFETY GUIDLINES
The Impression™ is an extremely sophisticated piece of electronic
equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is important to follow the
guidelines in this manual. The manufacturer of this device will not accept
responsibility for damages resulting from the misuse of this fixture due to
the disregard of the information printed in this manual.
1. Always be sure that the fan and the air inlets remain clean and are never blocked.
Allow about 6” (15cm) between this fixture and other devices or a wall to allow for
proper cooling.
2. Never touch the fixture during normal operation. This can cause severe personal
injuries and/or damage to the fixture.
3. Be sure to unplug the Impression™ and allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes
before attempting to change the optical lens assembly.
4. Never look directly into the lamp beam. You risk injury to your retina, which may
induce blindness.
5. For safe operation, follow the Installation guide described in chapter three of this
manual. Operating the Impression™ without suited safety aids such as safety
cables or clamps can increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
6. Installation should only be performed by qualified and certified personal.
7. When mounting this fixture, use only the original rigging parts included with this
fixture. Any structural modification will void the original manufactures warranty and
may increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
8. To reduce the risk of fire or shock, do not expose this fixture to rain or moisture.
9. Do not attempt to operate this fixture if the power cord is damaged in any way.
10. The impression is a completely self-contained fixture, there are no user serviceable
parts or lamps to change. Please do not attempt to service this fixture. All service
related issues should be referred to an authorized Elation service technician.
Important Notice: Damages resulting from the disregard of safety and general user
instructions found in this user manual are not subject to any warranty claims.
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3. FIXTURE OVERVIEW
1. Head and Lens Assembly
(actively and passively
cooled)
2. Arm with various cooling
vents
3. LCD-Full Text Display and
Menu with Foil Key Pad (data
entry)
4. Base with various connectors
and Camlock mounting
system
5. Power On/Off Switch
6. DMX- Output (3-pin XLR)
7. DMX- Input (3-pin XLR)
8. Fuse Holder and Fuse (GMA
5x20mm, 220V/4A)
9. Main Power Input (Powercon)
10.Safety Cable Slot
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1. Head / LED Lens Assembly – The head assembly consist of the main output
lenses, and LED cluster module. A high-velocity variable speed fan is mounted in
the head to aid in the cooling process. The fan is designed to vary the velocity at
different operating temperatures. When the fixture reaches a predetermined
internal operating temperature the fan functions at high speeds. The higher speeds
provide better cooling associated with higher operating temperatures during long
use. When the fixture is operating at a lower temperature the fans operate at low
speed. Be sure to keep all vents clean, blocked cooling vents can shorten lamp life
and reduce the fixtures reliability. For more information on the fan functions see
page 23, section 3.9.7.
2. Arm / Cooling Fan – A high-velocity variable speed fan is mounted in the head to
aid in the cooling process. The fan is designed to vary the velocity at different
operating temperatures. When the fixture reaches a predetermined internal
operating temperature the fan functions at high speeds. The higher speeds provide
better cooling associated with higher operating temperatures during long use.
When the fixture is operating at a lower temperature the fans operate at low speed.
Be sure to keep all vents clean, blocked cooling vents can shorten lamp life and
reduce the fixtures reliability. For more information on the fan functions see page
23, section 3.9.7.
3. 4-Segment Menu Display – This display details menu functions.
a) Mode Select Button – This button is used to access the fixture’s main
system menu and on-board programming functions.
b) Enter Select Button – This button is used to select and confirm a menu
function when working in the fixture’s operating system.
c) Down Select Button – This button is used to scroll backwards when
navigating through the system menu.
d) Up Select Button - This button is used to scroll forward when navigating
through the system menu.
4. Base - This fixture uses an integrated Camlock system for various mounting
options built in to the base. The Camlock clamp system allows a quick and efficient
means to secure the unit. For proper installation see “Mounting and Installation” on
page 12.
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5. Power Switch – The switch is used to control main power to fixture’s electronics.
6. DMX Output Jack – This 3-Pin XLR jack is used to send an outgoing DMX signal.
For best results this jack should be terminated if it is the last fixture in a DMX
daisy-chain (see termination on page 19).
7. DMX Input Jack – This 3-Pin XLR jack is used to receive an incoming DMX signal.
8. Electronics Fuse Holder – This housing holds a 250v/4A GMA fuse (120v
operation). Never defeat this fuse, this fuse is designed to protect the electronics in
the event of severer power fluctuations. In the event of fuse failure, always be sure
to replace this fuse with an exact match unless otherwise instructed by an
authorized Elation technician.
9. Powercon Connector – This power jack is designed to be used only with the
Neutrik Powercon adapter included with your fixture. This jack provides main power
to your fixture.
10.Safety Cable Mounting Point Connection – The fixture includes two safety cable
slots intergraded into the base. Be sure to use these slots as a secondary rigging
point to secure the fixture in the event a clamp fails.
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4. FEATURES
• Pan 660° / Tilt 300°
• 3 operation mode: DMX controlled, stand alone or sound activated
• LED RGB Color Additive Color Mixing
• User selectable color change (mode 1: full colors, mode 2: split-colors)
• Strobe effect: 0~10 flashes per second or random strobe
• 90 Bright Luxeon K2 High-Powered LEDs
• Dimmer intensity from 0%~100%
• Electronic Power Supply (100~240v / 50Hz~60Hz)
• Control board with full LCD character display and foil-keyboard
• Reversible Display Option (180˚ Flip)
• Auto test for all functions
• Automatic Pan/Tilt Correction
• 10˚ Beam Angle
• Optional Lens Replacement Kit (25˚)
• USITT DMX-512 Complaint (3-pin DMX Connections)
• Value of each DMX-channel can be displayed
• Extremely Light Weight 16.5lbs / 7.5kg
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5. GENERAL GUIDELINES
This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for use on stage, in nightclubs, in
theatres, etc. Do not attempt operation or installation without a proper knowledge on how to
so.
This fixture was designed for indoor use only.
Consistent operational breaks may ensure that the fixture will function properly for may
years to come.
Do not shake the fixture around. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the fixture will not be exposed to
extreme heat, moisture or dust. The minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat
surface should be at least .5 meter (about 1.5ft).
Always install the fixture with an appropriate safety cable. When installing the fixture in a
suspended environment always be to use mounting hardware no less than M10 x 25 mm,
also be sure the hardware is insert in the pre-arranged screw holes in the base of the fixture.
When using the quick release “Omega” cam-lock system, be sure the four quick lock
fasteners are locked in the quick lock holes correctly.
Do not attempt to operate this fixture until you have familiarized yourself with its functions.
Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating this type of theatrical fixture;
most damages are the result of operations by nonprofessionals.
If service is ever required, please use the original packaging to transport the fixture in for
service.
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6. MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION
Mounting
The Impression™ is fully operational in any positions, hanging upside-down from a ceiling,
mounted on its’ side or set on a flat level surface (see illustration below). The following
section will detail the available mounting options. When determining a mounting point, be
sure this fixture is kept at least 0.5m away from any flammable materials (decoration etc.).
Always use and install a safety cable as an additional safety measure to prevent accidental
damage and/or injury in the event the clamp fails.
Mounting Cautions:
For added protection mount the fixtures in areas outside walking paths, seating areas, or in
areas were the fixture might be reached by unauthorized personal.
Before mounting the fixture to any surface, make sure that the installation area can hold a
minimum point load of 10 times the device’s weight.
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Never stand directly below the device when mounting, removing, or servicing the fixture.
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating
working load limits, a fine knowledge of the installation material being used, and periodic
safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture. If you lack these qualifications, do
not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.
Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before connecting main power.
Refer to regulations BGV C1 (formerly VBG 70) and DIN VDE0711-217
for proper installation in Europe. To ensure proper installation, only
qualified staff should attempt installation.
Mounting points
Various mounting kits are available for the Impression™. These kits will provide a proper
and secure means to install the fixture in different positions. The fixture was designed to
accept the available mounting kits, please do not attempt to mount the fixture by any other
means than those describe in the following sections of this manual. Please also note that the
fixture is clearly marked with a “FRONT” orientation; this will ensure a universal orientation
when mounting several fixtures.
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Clamp Mounting (Hanging)
The Impression™ provides a unique mounting assembly that integrates the base as well as
the safety cable rigging point in one unit (see the illustration below). When mounting this
fixture to truss, be sure to secure an appropriately rated coupler directly to the base using a
M10 x 16mm bolt fitted through the center hole of the base. As an added safety measure be
sure to attach at least one properly rated safety cable to the fixture using the safety cable
rigging point integrated in the base.
Floor Mounting
The Impression ships with a floor stand that will properly balance the fixture in an up-right
position. For upright operation always use the dedicated floor stand mounted to the bottom
of the fixture, this will allow for additional bracing during upright operation. The floor stand is
kept securely attached with a Camlock quick-release system. To attach the floor stand
properly, line up the Camlock fasteners with Camlock mounting points on the base and turn
the two fasteners 90° to lock them in place. To release the Camlock repeat the same action
in reverse. See the illustration on the next page for details on the floor stand.
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Side Mounting
To properly operate the Impression in a sidewise position, it is necessary to use the optional
side-mounting bracket assembly. This bracket assembly uses two half couplers and allows a
concentric position between two truss bars. Never mount the fixture on its’ side using the
single coupler method described in the “Clamp Mounting” section on the previous page as it
may damage the base. The side-mounting assembly was specifically designed to cope with
excessive torque that occurs when the fixture is mounted on its’ side. To attach the
side-mounting bracket use the same Camlock mounting points that are available for the floor
stand. Line up the Camlock fasteners with Camlock mounting points on the base and turn
the two fasteners 90° to lock them in place. To release the Camlock repeat the same action
in reverse. See the illustration on the next page for details on the floor stand.
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Securing the Impression™
Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your IMPRESSION™ always be sure to
secure your fixture with a safety cable. The fixture provides a built-in rigging point for a
safety cable on the hanging bracket as illustrated above. Be sure to only use the designated
rigging point for the safety cable and never secure a safety cable to a carrying handle.
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7. UNDERSTANDING DMX
DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol used by most
lighting and controller manufactures as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures
and controllers. DMX allows all makes and models of different manufactures to be linked
together and operate from a single controller. This is possible as long as all the fixtures and
the controller are DMX compliant. A DMX controller sends the DMX data instructions to the
fixture allowing the user to control the different aspects of an intelligent light. DMX data is
sent out as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture via data “IN” and data “OUT” XLR
terminals located on the fixtures (most controllers will only have output jacks).
DMX Linking: To ensure proper DMX data transmission always use proper DMX cables and
a terminator. When using several DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path possible.
Never split a DMX line with a “Y” style connector. The order in which the fixtures are
connected in a DMX line does not influence the DMX addressing. For example; a fixture
assigned a DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere in the DMX chain, at the beginning,
at the end, or anywhere in the middle. The DMX controller knows to send data assigned to
address 1 to that fixture no matter where it is located in the DMX chain. The Impression™
can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The Impression™ is a 14-channel DMX fixture. The
DMX address is set electronically using the controls on the LCD menu.
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX and Master/Slave Operation): Your
fixture and your DMX controller require a standard 3-pin or 5-pin XLR connector for data
input and data output (the figure on the next page is of a 3-Pin XLR connector). If you are
making your own cables, be sure to use two conductor shielded digital DMX cable (not
microphone cable) rated at 120 ohms; this cable is specifically designed for DMX
transmission and may be purchased from your Elation dealer or at most professional lighting
retailers. Your cables should be made with a male and female XLR connector on either end
of the cable. Also, remember that a DMX line must be daisy chained and cannot be split,
unless using an approved DMX splitter such as the Elation Opto Branch 4™ or DMX
Branch/4™.
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Be sure to follow the above figure when making your own cables. Do not use the ground lug
on the XLR connector. Do not connect the cable’s shield conductor to the ground lug or
allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR’s outer casing. Grounding the
shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior.
DMX-512 control connection
Connect the provided XLR cable to the female 3-pin XLR output of your controller and the
other side to the male 3-pin XLR input of the moving head (Please refer to the diagram
below.). You can chain multiple moving heads together through serial linking. The cable
needed should be two conductor, shielded cable with XLR input and output connectors.
Always be sure daisy chain your in and out data connections, never split or “Y” your DMX
connections unless you are using an approved DMX splitter such as the Elation Opto Branch
4™ or DMX Branch/4™.
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DMX-512 connection with DMX terminator
A DMX terminator should be used in all DMX lines especially in longer runs. The use of a
terminator may avoid erratic behavior in your DMX line. A terminator is a 120 ohm 1/4 watt
resistor that is connected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and DATA
-). This fixture is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last fixture in your daisy chain
to terminate the line. Using a line terminator (Elation part: DMX T PACK) will decrease the
possibilities of erratic behavior.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors. Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR connectors for DATA
transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX
line. When inserting standard 5-pin XLR connectors in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must
be used, these adaptors are readily available at most professional lighting retail outlets. The
following chart details a proper cable conversion.
Fixture DMX addressing;
All fixtures should be given a DMX starting address when using a DMX controller, so the
correct fixture responds to the correct control signal. This digital starting address is the
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channel number from which the fixture starts to “listen” to the digital control information sent
out from the DMX controller. The allocation of this starting DMX address is achieved by
setting the correct DMX address on the digital display located on the head of the fixture.
You can set the same starting address for all fixtures or a group of fixtures, or set different
address for each individual fixture. Be advised that setting all you fixtures to the same DMX
address will subsequently control all fixtures in the same fashion, in other words, changing
the settings of one channel will affect all the fixtures simultaneously.
If you set each fixture to a different DMX address, each unit will start to “listen” to the
channel number you have set, based on the quantity of control channels (DMX channels) of
each fixture. That means changing the settings of one channel will only affect the selected
fixture.
In the case of the Impression™, which is a 14 channel fixture, you should set the starting
DMX address of the first unit to 1, the second unit to 15 (14 + 1), the third unit to 29 (14 + 15),
and so on.
Note: During start-up the Impression™ will automatically detect whether a DMX data signal
is being received or not. If DMX data signal is being received, the display will show "A.XXX"
(XXX representing the actual DMX address). If the fixture is not receiving a DMX signal the
display will flash "A.XXX" (XXX representing the actual DMX address).
If your fixture is connected to a DMX controller and the display is flashing (not receiving a
DMX signal), please check the following:
-
The 3 PIN XLR plug (cable with DMX signal from controller) is not connected or is not
inserted completely into the DMX input jack.
-
-
-
The DMX controller could be switched off or defective.
A DMX cable or connector is defective.
A DMX terminator has not been inserted into the last fixture in your DMX chain.
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8. FIXTURE MENU
On-Board System Menu: The Impression™ comes with an easy to navigate system menu.
This next section will detail the functions of each command in the system menu.
LCD Control Panel: The control panel located on the arm of the fixture allows you to access
the main menu and make all necessary adjustments to the Impression™. During normal
operation, tapping the “MODE” key once will access the fixture’s main menu. Once in the
main menu you can navigate through the different functions and access the sub-menus with
the Up and Down buttons. Once you reach a field that requires adjusting, tap the ENTER
button to activate that field and use the UP and Down button to adjust the field. Tapping the
Enter button once more will confirm your setting. Once a setting is saved the LED will briefly
readout PASS to confirm a new setting has been made and locked into memory. You may
exit the main menu at any time without making any adjustments by tapping the MODE
button.
MODE Button - To access the main menu locate the MODE button on the front of the unit.
Press this button to activate the system menu. Tap the UP button until you reach the
function you wish to change. When you reach the function you wish to change tap the
ENTER button once to select that menu function. When a function is selected the menu will
begin to flash, use the UP or DOWN button to change the function. Once your changes are
made tap the ENTER button yet again to lock the change in the system menu. To exit
without making any changes tap the MODE button.
The control panel located on the side of the fixture allows you to
access the main menu and make all necessary adjustments to the
Impression. During normal operation, tapping the “MODE” key
once will access the fixture’s main menu. Once in the main menu
you can navigate through the different functions and access the
sub-menus with the Up and Down buttons. Once you reach a field
that requires adjusting, tap the ENTER button to activate that field
and use the UP and Down button to adjust the field. Tapping the
Enter button once more will confirm your setting. Once a setting is
saved the LED will briefly readout OK to confirm a new setting has
been made and locked into memory. You may exit the main menu
at any time without making any adjustments by tapping the MODE
button.
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MODE - ENTER
Level1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Description of Function
DMX Start
Address 001
Defines the starting DMX address
Special
Manual DMX
Manual control of all system functions
Manual control of the Pan motor (X-movement)
Manual control of the Pan and Tilt movement
Pan
Pan/Tilt
Movements
Activate the White- or Full-Power Mode; see
also DMX table
Special
Dimmer
Shutter
Blue
Manual control of the Dimmer
Manual control of the Shutter
Manual control of the blue
Green
Red
Manual control of the green
Manual control of the red
Color Wheel
Tilt
Manual control of the synthesized color wheel
Manual control of the Tilt motor (Y-movement)
Adjustment for the Display contrast
Resets all functions to the factory values
Display
Contrast
Default Set
Key code
xxxx
Code protection for the calibration menu (for use
by authorized technicians only)
Adjust
Pan Offset
Tilt Offset
Calibration for Pan-Offset
Calibration for Tilt-Offset
Clear
EEPROM
Erases the EEPROM flash memory
Diagnose functions
Diagnose
Pos Feed
Pan Delta
Anz
Ti0-Int-Err
PFC
Voltage
Pos Feed
Tilt Delta
Internal data and function diagnose
Internal data and function diagnose
Displays the present PFC voltage
Internal data and function diagnose
Indicates the arm temperature
Indicates the head temperature
Temperature
Arm
Temperature
Head
Defines whether the last DMX signal is held or
the LEDs are switched OFF in the event of DMX
signal interruption
Lamp Off if
DMX off
Position
Feedback
Automatic position feedback (correction) for
Pan/Tilt movement.
Adjustments for a uniform white color (white
balance); This function only works in
14-channels mode (white-mode)
White Adjust
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Red
Input for red adjustments
Input for blue adjustments
Input for green adjustments
Blue
Green
DMX input
Monitor
LCD will display the current DMX value for each
channel
Pan
Instantaneous value for Pan
Pan/Tilt
Movements
Instantaneous value for Pan/Tilt movements
Instantaneous value for Special
Instantaneous value for Dimmer
Instantaneous value for Shutter
Instantaneous value for Blue
Special
Dimmer
Shutter
Blue
Green
Red
Instantaneous value for Green
Instantaneous value for Red
Color Wheel
Tilt
Instantaneous value for Color Wheel
Instantaneous value for Tilt movement
Indicates the overall operation time of the
system
Live time
Display
Adjust the display functionality
Display Blackout ON/OFF
User selectable DMX modes
10 DMX channels
Blackout
Select DMX
Mode
Compressed
Normal
14 DMX channels
High-Resolution
13 DMX channels - Dimmer operates at 16 bit.
ON/OFF: Adjustments for white-balance are
activated
White Mode
Reverse
Pan
ON/OFF: Inverts Pan movements
ON/OFF: Inverts Tilt movements
Reset fixture to the home position
Reverse Tilt
Reset
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9. OPERATION
DMX ADDRESSING - After the fixture is turned “ON” it will immediately complete a reset
process that test all the fixture’s functions. When the reset process concludes the LCD will
display the fixture’s current DMX. If the fixture is not receiving a DMX signal, the display will
flash continuously. To set or adjust a DMX address, please follow the procedure below:
1. While the current three-digit address is flashing use the “UP” and “DOWN”
buttons to select a new address. Once the new address has been selected, lock
the new address into the fixture’s memory by pressing the “ENTER” button.
The DMX address is non-volatile and will remain in the fixture’s memory even when the
power to the unit is switched off. Memory is backed-up and retain by an internal power
source that should last about five years
Universal DMX Control: This function allows you to use a universal DMX-512 controller
such as the Elation® Show Designer 2™ or Elation® Show Designer 3™ to control head
movement, the color wheel, the shutter (strobe), and all other DMX traits. A DMX controller
allows you to create unique programs tailored to your individual needs. The Impression™
uses 14 DMX channels. See page 25 for detailed description of the DMX traits. To control
your fixture in DMX mode, follow the set-up procedures below as well as the set-up
specifications that are included with your DMX controller. Use the controller’s faders to
control the various DMX fixture traits. This will allow you to create your own programs.
1. Follow the instruction on page above to set the DMX address.
2. Be sure to use a terminator on the last fixture, especially for longer cable runs (more
than a 100 feet).
3. For help operating in DMX mode consult the manual included with your DMX
controller.
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10. DMX CHANNEL TRAITS:
The chart below details the channel layout for 14 DMX channels (default).
CHANNEL 1: Pan Movement (max. 630° or 540˚ User Selectable)
CHANNEL 2: 16bit Pan Movement (pan fine)
CHANNEL 3: Tilt Movement (max. 265°)
CHANNEL 4: 16bit Tilt Movement (tilt fine)
CHANNEL 5: Color (Fixed)
CHANNEL 6: Red
CHANNEL 7: Green
CHANNEL 8: Blue
CHANNEL 9: Shutter / Strobe (0-13Hz), and Shutter close/open function + random strobe
CHANNEL 10: Dimmer (Intensity) Control
CHANNEL 11: Color Temperature
CHANNEL 12: Special / Reset
CHANNEL 13: Movement Macros
CHANNEL 14: Speed Control (Pan/Tilt movement)
Normal Mode - 14 DMX Channels
Channel
Function
Time and Value
DMX
HEX
%
1) Pan Coarse 0 .. 660°
Min. 3,2 s
0..255
0..255
0..255
0..255
0..7
00..FF 0..100
00..FF 0..100
00..FF 0..100
00..FF 0..100
2) Pan Fine
High- Pos ... High- Pos + 2,6° (16 Bit)
3) Tilt Coarse 0 .. 300°
Min. 1,5 s
4) Tilt Fine
High- Pos … High- Pos + 1,2° (16 Bit)
5) Color Wheel Colors adjustable via RGB
00..07
08..0F 3..5,5
10..17 6..8,5
0..2,5
(Fixed)
Color 01 - Cyan
8..15
Color 02 - Magenta
Color 03 - Yellow
Color 04 - Lavender
Color 05 - Dark Lavender
Color 06 - Amber
Color 07 - Deep Golden
Color 08 - Dark Blue
Color 09 - Pink
Color 10 - Lime Green
Color 11 - Light Blue
Color 12 - Red
16..23
24..31
32..39
40..47
48..55
56..63
64..71
72..79
80..87
88..95
18..1F 9..12,5
20..27 13..15,5
28..2F 16..18,5
30..37 19..21,5
38..3F 22..24,5
40..47 25..27,5
48..4F 28..30,5
50..57 31..34,5
58..5F 35..37,5
96..103 60..67 38..40,5
104..111 68..6F 41..43,5
112..119 70..77 44..46,5
Color 13 - Green
Color 14 - Blue
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Channel
Function
Time and Value
DMX
HEX
%
White
Rainbow Effect
Color mixing system - Red
Color mixing system - Green
Color mixing system - Blue
Shutter closed
Random Strobe (different pattern)
Strobe Pulse effect, slow - fast
Strobe, slow - fast
Shutter open
Dimmer (0% - 100%)
120..127 78..7F 47..49,5
128..255 80..FF 50..100
slow - fast
0 - 100%
0 - 100%
0 - 100%
6) Red
7) Green
8) Blue
0..255
0..255
0..255
0..15
16..47
48..79
00..FF 0..100
00..FF 0..100
00..FF 0..100
00..0F 0..5,5
10..2F 6..18,5
30..4F 19..31,5
9) Shutter
1 Hz .. 10 Hz
7200k - 3200k
80..239 50..EF 32..94,5
240..255 F0..FF 95..100
10) Dimmer
11) Color
temperature
0..255
0..255
0..FF
0..FF
0..100
0..100
Continuous color temperature
correction between 7200k - 3200k
Max. Power-Mode (*)
12) Special
Max. light output
0..15
0..0F
0..5,5
without white balance
White balance used
0,7 BPS ... 2,3 BPS
=> 1,43 s ... 0,43 s
0,7 BPS ... 2,0 BPS
=> 1,43 s ... 0,5 s
White-Mode (*)
Color1-Chaser C / C+1
Slow – fast
Color1-Chaser C / C+2
Slow – fast
16..31
10..1F 6..12,5
112..127 70..7F 44..49,5
128..143 80..8F 50..56,5
Fan min. as long as temp. < 60°C
RESET (Normal Mode)
No movement
224..229 E0..E5 88..89,5
250..255 FA..FF 98..100
13) Move-
ment
0
00
0
Moveme Size
nt
Phase
PAN
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
0°
01..01
02..03
04..05
06..07
08..09
10..11
12..13
01..01
02..03
04..05
06..07
08..09
0A..0B
0C..0
D
0,5
1,0
1,7
2,5
3,3
4,1
4,9
90°
180°
270°
0°
90°
180°
PAN
2
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
270°
0°
90°
180°
270°
0°
14..15
16..17
18..19
20..21
22..23
24..25
26..27
28..29
0E..0F
11..11
12..13
14..15
16..17
18..19
1A..1B
1C..1
D
5,7
6,5
7,3
8,0
8,8
9,6
10,4
11,2
PAN
PAN
90°
180°
4
270°
30..31
32..63
64..95
1E..1F
20..3F 13..25
40..5F 26..37
12
TILT
PAN / TILT
size / phase see also PAN
size / phase see also PAN
size / phase see also PAN
size / phase see also PAN
size / phase see also PAN
size / phase see also PAN
PAN / TILT (inverse)
Circle
Circle (inverse)
Figure eight
96..127 60..7F 38..50
128..159 80..9F 51..62
160..191 A0..BF 63..75
192..223 C0..D 76..87
F
Random movement
Size see also PAN
224..255 E0..FF 88..100
14) Speed
Pan/Tilt relative movement
0..15
00..0F
0..6
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Channel
Pan/Tilt
Function
Time and Value
DMX
HEX
%
Pan/Tilt slow – fast
Use this channel 14) also for the
Pan Min. 530° = 200 s
Pan Max. 530° = 2,65 s
16..255 10..FF 7..100
speed of the movements (channel 13). Tilt Min. 285° = 110 s
Tilt Max. 285° = 1,8 s
(*) Max. Power-Mode vs. White-Mode
The Impression™ can regard the white-balance adjustments for each individual color setting.
Whether the White-Mode is used with RGB can be selected in the Normal DMX-Mode
during operation with the Special DMX channel. If the Special channel is set to a value
between DMX 0..15, the White-Mode is not used and the RGB goes for the maximum light
output. If the Special channel is set to a value between DMX 16..31, the white balance is
used for the RGB output.
Using White Balance in “Compressed Mode:”
It is still possible to use the “White Balance” options in “Compressed Mode” even though
there is no DMX “Special” channel. This setting can be activated or deactivated directly in
the fixture’s system menu. To activate the white balance setting be sure to set the
“White-Mode” to “ON”, to deactivate the setting be sure to set the White-Mode to “OFF.”
When set to “OFF” all the RGB functions will transition from 0~100%.
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Compressed Mode - 10 DMX Channels
Channel
Function
Time and Value
DMX
HEX
%
1) Pan Coarse 0 .. 660°
Min. 3,2 s
0..255
0..255
0..255
0..255
0..7
00..FF
00..FF
00..FF
00..FF
00..07
08..0F
10..17
18..1F 9..12,5
20..27 13..15,5
28..2F 16..18,5
30..37 19..21,5
38..3F 22..24,5
40..47 25..27,5
48..4F 28..30,5
50..57 31..34,5
58..5F 35..37,5
0..100
0..100
0..100
0..100
0..2,5
3..5,5
6..8,5
2) Pan Fine
High- Pos ... High- Pos + 2,6° (16 Bit)
3) Tilt Coarse 0 .. 300°
Min. 1,5 s
4) Tilt Fine
High- Pos … High- Pos + 1,2° (16 Bit)
5) Color Wheel Colors adjustable via RGB
(Fixed)
Color 01 - Cyan
8..15
Color 02 - Magenta
Color 03 - Yellow
Color 04 - Lavender
Color 05 - Dark Lavender
Color 06 - Amber
Color 07 - Deep Golden
Color 08 - Dark Blue
Color 09 - Pink
Color 10 - Lime Green
Color 11 - Light Blue
Color 12 - Red
16..23
24..31
32..39
40..47
48..55
56..63
64..71
72..79
80..87
88..95
96..103 60..67 38..40,5
104..111 68..6F 41..43,5
112..119 70..77 44..46,5
120..127 78..7F 47..49,5
128..255 80..FF 50..100
0..255
0..255
0..255
0..15
Color 13 - Green
Color 14 - Blue
White
Rainbow Effect
slow - fast
0 - 100%
0 - 100%
0 - 100%
6) Red
7) Green
8) Blue
Color mixing system - Red
Color mixing system - Green
Color mixing system - Blue
Shutter closed
00..FF
00..FF
00..FF
00..0F
0..100
0..100
0..100
0..5,5
9) Shutter
Random Strobe (different pattern)
Pulse effect , slow - fast
Strobe, slow - fast
Shutter open
16..47
48..79
10..2F 6..18,5
30..4F 19..31,5
1 Hz.. 10 Hz
80..239 50..EF 32..94,5
240...249 F0..F9 95..97,5
RESET
Min. 3 Sec.
250
FA
98
Shutter open
251..255 FB..FF 99..100
10) Dimmer
Dimmer (0% - 100%)
0..255
0..FF
0..100
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High Resolution Mode - 13 DMX Channels
Channel
Function
Time and Value
DMX
HEX
%
1) Pan Course 0 .. 660°
min. 3,2 s
0..255 00..FF 0..100
0..255 00..FF 0..100
0..255 00..FF 0..100
0..255 00..FF 0..100
0..255 00..FF 0..100
0..255 00..FF 0..100
0..255 00..FF 0..100
2) Pan Fine
High- Pos ... High- Pos + 2,6° (16 Bit)
3) Tilt Course 0 .. 300°
min. 1,5 s
4) Tilt Fine
High- Pos … High- Pos + 1,2° (16 Bit)
5) Red Coarse Color Mix – Red
0 - 100%
0 - 100%
0 - 100%
6) Red Fine
7) Green
Coarse
Color Mix – Red - High
Color Mix – Green
8) Green Fine Color Mix – Green - High
9) Blue Coarse Color Mix – Blue
10) Blue Fine Color Mix – Blue - High
0 - 100%
0 - 100%
0 - 100%
0..255 00..FF 0..100
0..255 00..FF 0..100
0..255 00..FF 0..100
11) Shutter
Shutter Closed
Random Strobe (different pattern)
Pulse effect, slow - fast
0..15
16..47
48..79
00..0F
0..5,5
10..2F 6..18,5
30..4F 19..31,
5
Strobe, slow - fast
Shutter Open
1 Hz .. 10 Hz
80..239 50..EF 32..94,
5
240...24 F0..F9 95..97,
9
5
RESET
Min. 3 Sec.
250
FA
98
Shutter Open
251..25 FB..FF 99..100
5
12) Dimmer
Course
13) Dimmer
Fine
Dimmer (0% - 100%)
Dimmer -High
0..255
0..FF
0..100
0..255
0..FF
0..100
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11. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
The following points have to be considered during the inspection:
1. Be sure all screws and fasteners are securely tightened at all times. Lose screws may
fall out during normal operation resulting in damage or injury as larger parts could fall.
2. There must not be any deformations on the housing, color lenses, rigging hardware
and rigging points (ceiling, suspension, trussing). Damaged rigging points or
unsecured rigging could cause the unit to fall and serious injure a person.
3. All mechanical parts and motors should not show any traces of serious wear and
should rotate freely.
4. Electric power supply cables must not show any damage, material fatigue or
sediments. Never remove the ground prong from the power cable.
Further instructions depending on installation and usage have to be adhered by a skilled
installer and any safety problems should be addressed before attempting operation.
Disconnect from mains before starting maintenance operation.
We recommend frequent cleaning of the fixture, this will ensure operational longevity and
crisp light output. When cleaning, please use a moist, lint-free cloth. Never use alcohol or
solvents.
There are no user serviceable parts inside this fixture. Please refer all other service related
issues to an authorized Elation service technician.
Should you decide to service the fixture yourself please order genuine Elation parts directly
from Elation.
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12. 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
A. Elation Professional® hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, Elation Professional®
products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two
years, (730 days) from the date of purchase. This warranty shall be valid only if the product
is purchased within the United States of America, including possessions and territories. It is
the owner’s responsibility to establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable
evidence, at the time service is sought.
B. For warranty service, send the product only to the Elation Professional® factory. All
shipping charges must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including parts
replacement) are within the terms of this warranty, Elation Professional® will pay return
shipping charges only to a designated point within the United States. If the entire instrument
is sent, it must be shipped in its original package. No accessories should be shipped with the
product. If any accessories are shipped with the product, Elation Professional® shall have no
liability what so ever for loss of or damage to any such accessories, nor for the safe return
thereof.
C.
This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the product is
modified in any manner which Elation Professional® concludes, after inspection, affects the
reliability of the product; if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than
the Elation Professional® factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser
by Elation Professional®; if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set
forth in the instruction manual.
D. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, cleaning
or periodic check-up. During the period specified above, Elation Professional® will replace
defective parts at its expense, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair
labor by reason of defects in material or workmanship. The sole responsibility of Elation
Professional® under this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement
thereof, including parts, at the sole discretion of Elation Professional®. All products covered
by this warranty were manufactured after January 1, 1990, and bare identifying marks to that
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effect.
E.
Elation Professional® reserves the right to make changes in design and/or
improvements upon its products without any obligation to include these changes in any
products theretofore manufactured.
F. No warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any
accessory supplied with products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by
applicable law, all implied warranties made by Elation Professional® in connection with this
product, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, are limited in duration to the
warranty period set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or implied, including
warranties of merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said period has
expired. The consumer’s and or Dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as
is expressly provided above; and under no circumstances shall Elation Professional® be
liable for any loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to
use, this product.
G. This warranty is the only written warranty applicable to Elation Professional® Products
and supersedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and
conditions heretofore published.
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14. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply
Power consumption
Power Input
350 VA (Watt)
100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz (wide range input)
Micro-fuse 5x20 mm, T 4A
Fuse protection
Operational Parameters
Max. Ambient
Temperature
45°C (integrated overheating switch)
Any (see chapter mounting)
Mounting Position
Lighting System - Additive Color mixing
LED Type
Lifetime
90x Luxeon K2 High-power- LEDs
100.000 h
30 LEDs per color, wavelength optimized for maximum presentable color space
Optical System
High efficient Collimator cluster
Exchangeable optical carrier with 10° light distribution angle (25° optional)
Scattering light aperture
Shutter / Dimmer (8 Bit)
Strobe- Effect with variable speed between 1 - 10 flashes per second, Random-Strobe,
Pulse-Effects
Continuous Dimmer 0 - 100%
DMX Control
Standard USITT DMX-512, 3 pole XLR; [+] = Pin 3
Die DMX- Addressing starts at the DMX channel [001].
[-] = Pin 2
[Ground] = Pin 1.
Pan / Tilt (8/16 Bit)
Pan- movement
Tilt- movement
660° in min. 3.2 seconds (Position Feedback)
300° in min. 1.5 seconds (Position Feedback)
Weights and Measures
Width of the base
Length of the base
Height (head vertical)
Weight (net)
340 mm / 13.4”
145 mm / 5.7”
370 mm / 14.6
7.5 kg / 16.5 lbs
Please Note: Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice.
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