Selecon tahi Operation Manual

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PERFORMER SERIES FOLLOWSPOTS

Thank you for purchasing a Selecon Performer Series Followspot luminaire. We have

designed this luminaire to provide you with a superior fitting in performance, design and

engineering. We are confident that it will perform to your expectations for many years to

come.

READ THIS MANUAL FROM COVER TO COVER BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION.

Installation is entirely at your risk.

suitably qualified. If you do not understand a point in this manual, don't guess.

Don't take short cuts. If in doubt, stop! Contact Selecon or one of its authorised

distributors for advice. Don't be afraid to ask for help.

Version 2: January 2009

OPERATION MANUAL

Tahi

18°-24° Wide Angle Followspot

Rua

9°-16° Medium Angle Followspot

CAUTION !

Do not attempt installation unless you are

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Page 1 Do not attempt installation unless you are suitably qualified. If you do not understand a point in this manual, don’t guess. Don’t take short cuts. If in doubt, stop! Contact Selecon or one of its authorised distributors for advice. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Page 2 Information in this manual shall not be deemed a warranty, representation or guarantee concerning a luminaires’ suitability or fitness for a specific purpose. Subject to the right to use its luminaires, Selecon does not convey any right, title or interest in its intellectual property, including, without limitation, its patents, copyrights and know-how.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Exploded Parts Diagram..................Error! Bookmark not defined. Replacing the Rear Tray Assembly w/Electronic Ballast................... 20 Product weights and dimensions (mm) ......................21 Recycling of Packaging ............................. 22 Limited Warranty..............................23 Contacting Selecon............................23 Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 4: Safety Warnings
2. Performer Series Yoke Assembly 3. Performer Series Operation Manual and lamp documentation. 4. Allen Key 5. Stand *Note: Refer to Manual Section ‘Recycling of Packaging’ Pg#22. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 5 Performer Operation Manual Your Performer Series Followspot Rear Control Panel Rigging Points Side Control Panel Tilt Control Zoom / Focus Control Control Colour Changer Stand (Code FSSTD) Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 7: Rear Control Panel
Maximum lamp life is achieved at 1200W which equals 85 on the power output level display. Prolonged use above and below this level will shorten the lamp life. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 8: Hour Meter
Use this point to place the electrode when testing the earth connection on the followspot. Important note: The followspot contains electronics. Do not perform a “MEGA” style test. Damage to the unit may result and will void your warranty. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 9: Side Control Panel
The V shutter control is for the vertical shutters, and the H shutter control is for the horizontal shutters. The two shutters comprising each axis are linked. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 10: Goboholder Accessory
¼ turn anti-clockwise, and slide to the desired position. Twist the zoom handle a ¼ turn clockwise to lock in place. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 11: Focus Control
4. Choose appropriate setting for the filter fan. Important note: When lifting the followspot, do not hold the colour changer. Use the side handles provided. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 12: Travel Lock
No filter being used. Use this setting to minimise fan noise. 1 Speed One Slow speed. Use this setting for light and medium filters. 2 Speed Two Maximum Speed. Use this setting for dark filters. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 13: Assembling Your Followspot
Warning – Failure to fit these screws may result in the followspot falling out of the yoke resulting in possible severe injuries to personnel and damage to the luminaire. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 14: Yoke Balance Adjustment
Performer Series Followspot can only be connected to a clean mains power supply (110V - 260V). Connecting the Performer Series Followspot to a dimmer may cause damage to the power supply, and will void your warranty. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 15: Fuse Holder / Circuit Breaker
Chromaticity coordinates (1200W) Y: .327 Replace only with the above lamp, which is available from your Selecon Dealer (Order Code MSRMINI) Do not exceed the rated lamp life. Doing so will risk explosion of the lamp, and damage to the Performer Series Followspot.
Page 16: Lamp Fitting And Replacement
10. Close the lamp access cover, taking care to ensure the tensioning spring slides over the support post. Secure by fastening the two securing clips with a Philips screwdriver. Your Performer Series Followspot is now ready to check the lamp alignment. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 17: Aligning The Lamp
The followspot is fitted with a micro-switch that automatically disconnects the mains power when the lamp access tray is opened. However, it is also recommended that the luminaire should always be electrically isolated from mains power before re-lamping, cleaning or servicing. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 18: Maintenance
The above are the only maintenance tasks which can be safely carried out by suitably qualified personnel. Refer below - Safety note. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 19: Safety
It is your responsibility to maintain this luminaire in good & safe working condition. Repairs should only be carried out by suitably qualified persons. Do not operate the luminaire with cracked lens, damaged cable, etc. Consult your Selecon distributor for assistance. Only replace damaged parts with authorised Selecon spares. Power Schematic Version 2: January 2009 ©...
Page 20: Replacing The Rear Tray Assembly W/Electronic Ballast
Have one person to steady the followspot in the horizontal position. 5. Remove the electronic ballast, and install the new ballast, Reverse the above steps. Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 21: Product Weights And Dimensions (Mm)
Product weights and dimensions (mm) Performer Rua Followspot 9°-16° Weight (inc Stand) : 67.9 kgs / 149.7 lbs Performer Tahi Followspot 18°-24° Weight (inc Stand): 56 kgs / 123.5 lbs Version 2: January 2009 © 2009 Selecon New Zealand Limited. All Rights Reserved...
Page 22: Recycling Of Packaging
Performer Operation Manual Recycling of Packaging Selecon recognizes the importance of shipping your Performer Series Followspot so that it arrives in perfect condition, accordingly we use a variety of packaging materials to protect Performer Series Followspots. But we also care about the environment, as do many of our customers. That's why we make sure our packaging materials are recyclable, and, where possible, made from recycled materials themselves.
Page 23: Limited Warranty
However, the owner shall bear the cost of freight and insurance on the luminaire, both ways. If Selecon does not wish to service, repair or replace the defective luminaire, it shall refund the purchase price. Selecon’s sole responsibility is to repair, replace or service a luminaire subject to a valid warranty claim.

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