CitySkape 48 (RGBW) FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE POWERING OR INSTALLING YOUR CitySkape 48 ! Save it for future reference. This device has left our premises in absolutely perfect condition. In order to maintain this condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.
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CitySkape 48 (RGBW) The fixture was designed for both indoor and outdoor use. This fixture must not be used for underwater installation. When choosing the installation spot, please make sure that the fixture is not exposed to extreme heat or dust.
3.1 Rigging the fixture The CitySkape 48 can be rigged in any orientation on a truss without altering its operation characteristics. Installation on the truss allows the adapter for Omega holder (1) fastened to the fixture base with two bolts (2) and the omega holder (3) for fastening a clamp.Pull through the safety rope (4) under the mounting holder and...
CitySkape 48 (RGBW) Caution: Fixtures may cause severe injuries when crashing down! If you have doubts concerning the safety of a possible installation, do not install the device and consult installation with an expert. 3.2 Connection to the mains Fixtures must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with all national and local electrical and construction codes and regulation.
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CitySkape 48 (RGBW) 2. Place the frost foil of dimensions of 61mm x 217 mm under eggcrate top hat lens module on the fixture´s radiator . 3. Fasten the eggcrate top hat lens module on the radiator the same way as the eggcrate lens module.
CitySkape 48 (RGBW) 3.4 Installation of the barn-doors You can install the barn-doors to better define illuminated surface. The barn-doors module is fastened in the same way as the eggcrate lens module. 1. Disconnect the fixture from the mains. 2. Put the top edge of the barn-doors module into the second groove on the top side of the radiator ( detail A) and the bottom edge into the second groove on the bottom side of the radiator and tighten four locking screws M2 to secure this barn-doors module on the radiator.
CitySkape 48 (RGBW) 3.5 DMX 512 connection The fixture is equipped with two 5-pin XLR connectors for DMX input/output. Only use a shielded twisted-pair cable designed for RS-485 and 5-pin XLR- connectors in order to connect the controller with the fixture or one fixture with another.
CitySkape 48 (RGBW) 3.7 Stand-alone operation The fixtures on a data link are not connected to the controller but can execute pre-set programs which can be different for every fixture. To set the program to be played, see the "Stand-alone setting" (menu "St.AL.").
CitySkape 48 (RGBW) 4. CitySkape 48 (RGBCW) - DMX protocol Version 1.1 Mode/Channel Value Function Type of control Red LEDs 0 - 255 Red LEDs saturation control (0-100%) proportional Green LEDs 0 - 255 Green LEDs saturation control (0-100%) proportional...
CitySkape 48 (RGBW) 5. Control menu map Default settings=Bold print Menu Level 1 Menu Level 2 Menu Level 3 Menu Level 4 Menu Level 5 Menu Level 6 A001 dM.Ad. 001-512 MA.SL. d.AbL MASt. InFo Poti. FuLL totL rSEt totL rSEt DM.In.
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CitySkape 48 (RGBW) Menu Level 1 Menu Level 2 Menu Level 3 Menu Level 4 Menu Level 5 Menu Level 6 bALA On, Off C.bAL. 0..200..255 GrEn 0..255 bLuE 0..237..255 Stor FuLL LOAd In.Po. rEd1 0-255 F.dim 0-255 Stor. rAd.t.
- the function shows the total number of the operation hours in the “FuLL” mode since the CitySkape 48 has been fabricated. rESEt - the function shows the number of the operation hours that the CitySkape 48 has been powered on in the “FuLL” mode since the counter was last reset. In order to reset this counter to 0 you have to press and hold the UP and DOWN buttons and at the same time press the ENTER button.
--- Balance Use this menu item to enable (On) or disable (Off) the white balance which is set in the “White colour balance“ menu below. I f this function is set off, the CitySkape 48 will use maximum values (255) of saturation for red, green and blue colour.
6. 5 Test sequences Use this menu to run demo-test sequences without an external controller, which will show you some possibilities of using the CitySkape 48. 6.6 Stand-alone setting The fixtures on a data link are not connected to the controller but can execute pre-set programs which can be different for every fixture.
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CitySkape 48 (RGBW) Synchronous operation of multiple fixtures requires that they must be connected on a data link and one of them is set as a master (“MASt“) and the rest as the slaves (“SLA“). Up to 32 fixtures can be connected in a master/slave chain.
DMX input of the fixture if you using the flash cable RS232/DMX with the DMX input of the Robe Universal Interface if you using the USB cable. Disconnect the fixture from the other fixtures in a DMX chain. Turn both the computer and the fixture on.
CitySkape 48 (RGBW) 4. Run the Software Uploader program. Select desired COM and then click on the Connect button. Select COM if the seriál port is used. Select DreamBox1 if the USB port is used. If the connection is OK, click on the Start Uploading button to start uploading. It will take several minutes to perform software update.
Please, see the Robe Universal Interface user manual for detail description of RDM operation. 8. Wireless DMX operation The wireless version of the CitySkape 48 is equipped with the Lumen Radio CRMX module and antenna for receiving DMX signal. CRMX module operates on the 2.4 GHz band.
CitySkape 48 (RGBW) 9. Error and information messages t.M.Er.(Temperature measuring error) The message informs you that the LED module temperature sensor is defective. MA.Er. (Master error) The fixture is set as a master and DMX console is connected to the fixture.
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CitySkape 48 (RGBW) • Full DMX fidelity and frame integrity • Auto sensing of DMX frame rate and frame size • <5ms DMX latency • Operational frequency range of 2402-2480 MHz • Producer: LumenRadio Strobe • Strobe effect with variable speed (max. 20 flashes per second) •...
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• 3 kg Protection factor • IP 65 Included items • 1 x CitySkape 48 • 1 x Eggcrate lens module 25° (No. 10980061) • 1 x Barn-doors module (No. 10980062) • 1 x Adapter for Omega holder (No. 99012673) •...
CitySkape 48 (RGBW) 11. Cleaning and maintenance DANGER ! Disconnect from the mains before starting any cleaning or maintenance work Rinse off loose dirt with low pressure water spray. Wash the housing with a soft brush or sponge and a mild, non- abrasive washing detergent.
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