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  • Page 1 G‐WASH  MOVING HEAD...

  • Page 2: Dimensions

    Dimensions (14.6) (12.9) (31.7) (13.4) (25.4) 135° 135° (19.5) (32.3) Min. c/c (5.7) (18.5) (30.0) 16 (0.63) 37 (1.46) 270° 270° (19.4) (26.2) Measurements in millimetres and inches (in parentheses). Drawing not to scale.
  • Page 3  The SGM logo, the SGM Light name and all other trademarks in this document pertaining to services or products by SGM Light or its affiliates and subsidiaries are trademarks owned or licensed by SGM Light or its affiliates or subsidiaries.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Dimensions ........................2 Safety information ......................8 Overview ........................11 Parts identification and terminology ................12 Preparing for installation ..................... 13 Unpacking ................................13 Location/application ..............................14 Transportation ................................14 Installation / Rigging ....................15 Rigging process ...............................16 Location the front of the fixture..........................16 Connecting AC power ....................
  • Page 5 Using the control panel ............................18 DMX start address ..............................18 Configuring the fixture using an Android device via RFID..................19 SGM Tool App for Android ............................19 Getting fixture information using Android and RFID....................19 Setting a DMX address and mode using Android and RFID..................19 Connecting to a DMX control device ................
  • Page 6 POI Permanent Outdoor Installation ................24 Physical differences................................ 24 Configuration .................................. 24 LED indicator .................................. 24 Connecting DMX and AC power............................. 24 POI connection diagram ..............................25 RDM ..........................26 LED refresh rate (Frequency) ..................28 About LED refresh rate ..............................28 Setting the LED refresh rate (Frequency) via DMX ......................
  • Page 7 Effects ..........................60 Troubleshooting .......................61 Fixtures and accessories ....................63 Included items................................. 63 Ordering information ............................... 63 Approvals and certifications ..................... 64 User’s notes ........................65...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    The G-Wash is intended for professional use only. It is not suitable for household use. Impropre a l’usage domestique. Review the following safety precautions carefully before installing or operating the fixture. This product must be installed in accordance with the applicable installation code by a person familiar with the construction and operation of the product and the hazards involved.
  • Page 9 Preventing burns and fire WARNING! Take measures to prevent burns and fire. • Install in a location that prevents accidental contact with the fixture. • Install only in a well-ventilated space. • Install at least 0.3 m (12 in.) away from objects to be illuminated. •...
  • Page 10  Avoid personal injury WARNING! Take measures to prevent personal injury. • Do not look directly at the light source from close range. • Take precautions to prevent injury when working at height. • Ensure that the fixture is always securely fastened with suitable hardware. •...

  • Page 11: Overview

    Overview The SGM G-Wash is a maintenance free, multi-environmental moving head luminaire. It is IP-65-rated and can operate in all kinds of weather. It has a powerful LED light source with high output and a virtually unlimited color palette, a Fresnel lens, optical zoom, elliptical beam shaper and can easily be controlled by wired and wireless DMX.

  • Page 12: Parts Identification And Terminology

    Parts identification and terminology A : Pan lock B : Tilt lock C : Base handle D : Head fan grill (one of two shown) E : Display panel F : Safety wire attachment point G : Fuse H : DMX in : DMX out J : Power in K : Power cord...

  • Page 13: Preparing For Installation

     Unpacking Unpack the fixture and inspect it to ensure that it has not been damaged in transport. The G-Wash is shipped with: • User manual. • One Neutrik TRUE1 power input connector, 2 m (78 in.) • Two Omega brackets with 1/4-turn fasteners.

  • Page 14: Location/Application

    Location/application The fixture is IP-65-rated and designed for use in wet locations. This means that it is protected from: • Dust; to the degree that dust cannot enter the fixture in sufficient quantities to interfere with its operation. • Lower pressure jets of water from any direction. ...

  • Page 15: Installation / Rigging

    Installation / Rigging WARNING! Always secure elevated fixtures with a safety cable. The G-Wash may be installed in any orientation. Always use two Omega brackets to rig the fixture. Lock each  bracket with both 1/4-turn fasteners. The fasteners are locked only when turned fully clockwise.

  • Page 16: Rigging Process

    Rigging process Start the rigging process by blocking the work area below, and make sure the work is performed from a stable platform. Check that the clamps are undamaged and can bear at least 10 times the weight of the fixture.

  • Page 17: Connecting Ac Power

    Connecting AC power The G-Wash can operate on any 100-240V, 50/60 Hz mains power supply. Connect the fixture to power using a cable with a Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 connector (supplied with the fixture). (POI fixtures are supplied with a fixed-chassis mounted, bare-ended power cable for installation in, for example;...

  • Page 18: Control Panel Operations

    Control panel operations The display panel can be used to configure individual fixture settings, check the fixture’s wireless status, firmware version and error messages. When the fixture is powered on, it boots and resets, before displaying the DMX start address. Using the control panel •...

  • Page 19: Configuring The Fixture Using An Android Device Via Rfid

    Configuring the fixture using an Android device via RFID The G-Wash can also be configured wireless, via RFID, using the SGM Tool app installed on an Android device that has NFC support*, App available in the Google™ Play Store. *(ISO 15693 and ISO 18000-3 mode 1 compatible, operating on 13.56 MHz ±7k Hz carrier frequency).

  • Page 20: Connecting To A Dmx Control Device

    Connecting to a DMX control device The G-Wash is controllable using a DMX control device and it can be connected using either a DMX cable or via the fixture’s built-in LumenRadio CRMX wireless receiver system. If using a cabled DMX system, connect the DMX in cable (with male 5-pin XLR plug) and out cable (with female 5-pin XLR plug) to the DMX data link.

  • Page 21: Configuring The Device For Dmx Control

    DMX mode that has been set). The first channel used to receive data from a DMX control device is known as the DMX start address. Each G-Wash must have a DMX start address set. For example, if a fixture has a DMX address of 10 and it is in 3-channel DMX mode, then it uses channels 10, 11, and 12.

  • Page 22: Using Stand-Alone Operation

    Using stand-alone operation Stand-alone operation is where the fixture is not connected to a control device, but is preprogrammed with a series of up to 24 scenes, that play continuously in a loop. This program can be set to run by default whenever the fixture is started. Manual control / Internal sequence editor The editor offers the ability to adjust all DMX parameters of the fixture.

  • Page 23: Editor

    Editor In the manual menu the following options are available: • Editor • Run Program • Stop Program • Run on power on • Capture DMX Using the editor In the “Editor” menu you have the following options: • Scene - Press OK and choose a scene (1 to 24) confirm with OK. •...

  • Page 24: Poi Permanent Outdoor Installation

    POI Permanent Outdoor Installation The G-Wash comes in a special POI version designed for permanent outdoor installation and is IP66-rated. POI versions are designed for use in maritime and offshore environments, as per the C5-M corrosion-resistance class. Physical differences The POI version differs from the standard version by having fixed-chassis power and DMX cables and heavy-duty cable glands.

  • Page 25: Poi Connection Diagram

    POI connection diagram Junction box Junction box Shield / GND Shield / GND Shield / GND Shield / GND White / DMX in / Data - Black / DMX out / Data - White / DMX in / Data - Black / DMX out / Data - Red / DMX in / Data + Yellow / DMX out / Data +...

  • Page 26: Rdm

    The G-Wash features support for various RDM functions. RDM (Remote Device Management) is a protocol enhancement to USITT DMX512 that allows bi-directional communication between the fixtures and the controller over a standard DMX line. This protocol will allow configuration, status monitoring, and management.
  • Page 27 Sensors RDM enables various sensor readouts for remote device monitoring. See the table below for available sensors and sensor types. Name Sensor Type Name Sensor Type SMPS PCB Temperature CRMX Signal Strength Other Pan PCB Temperature Humidity Base Other Tilt PCB Temperature Humidity Head Other...

  • Page 28: Led Refresh Rate (Frequency)

    The refresh rate can be set between 100,00 kHz and 1,41 kHz. It is recommended to have the G-Wash configured to operate the default refresh rate by setting the ‘Control channel’ to 0 (0%) (factory default settings) by DMX whenever possible to maintain the best possible dimming performance.

  • Page 29: Service

    If in doubt, consult your SGM dealer for a suitable cleaning schedule. Clean the G-Wash using a soft cloth dampened with a solution of water and a mild detergent. Do not use any product that contains solvents, abrasives or caustic agents for cleaning, as they can cause damage to both hardware, cables, connectors, plastic and painted surfaces.

  • Page 30: Upgrading The Firmware

    Go to the MENU → INFO → SOFTWARE VERSION. To perform firmware updates, use a Windows-based personal computer, the SGM Firmware Tool software (available on the SGM website, www.sgmlight.com) and a SGM USB 5-Pin-XLR upload cable (available from your SGM dealer)....

  • Page 31: Control Menu

    Control menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Info DMX MODE STANDARD 16 Channel EXTENDED 21 Channel INFO GENRAL INFO PRODUCT: RDM LABEL: RDM ID: SOFTWARE  MAIN: VERSION SMPS: PAN: TILT: EFFECT:...
  • Page 32 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Info INFO TIMERS D: H: (continued) GREEN D: H: BLUE D: H: RUNNING HOURS D: H: DMX VIEW 001 - XX XX XX XX XX Hz (DMX link speed) ↓ XX DMX value 507 - XX XX XX XX XX TEMPERATURES R: G: B:...
  • Page 33 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Info INFO SENSORS DELTA X: (continued) DELTA Y: HALL PAN 1: HALL PAN 2: HALL PAN: FANS LED FAN 1: LED FAN 2: HEAD: BASE: ZOOM: FIRMWARE V.: BUILD: Date BUILD: Time UPTIME: D: H: M: S: (uptime)
  • Page 34 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Info INFO ERRORS MAINBOARD Error details (continued) SMPS TILT EFFECT SETTINGS WIRELESS DMX LOG OFF SIGNAL  STATUS STRENGHT % CRMX PAIRD: RDM ACTIVE: DMX ACTIVE: CRMX RATE Hz ENABLE...
  • Page 35 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Info SETTINGS DIMMING CURVE LINEAR ( ) / (X) (continued) GAMMA CORRECTED ( ) / (X) INVERT PAN ( ) / (X) INVERT TILT ( ) / (X) SWAP PAN / TILT ( ) / (X) FLIP DISPLAY ( ) / (X)
  • Page 36 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Info → SETTINGS CALIBRATION PAN HOME CALIBRATION (continued) XXXXX PAN POS XXXX REV. X.XX → TILT HOME CALIBRATION XXXXX TILT POS XXXX REV. X.XX → ZOOM CALIBRATION XXXXX → FOCUS CALIBRATION XXXXX...
  • Page 37 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Info SETTINGS SERVICE PIN 0110 (continued) SERVICE MENU FIXTURE TYPE DEBUG 0 - XX ↓ 54 - XX LINK QUALITY RECALIBRATE SMPS FACTORY DEFAULT TEST AUTOMATED TEST LED TEST DISPLAY TEST...
  • Page 38 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Info RESET PAN / TILT EFFECT MODULE → MANUAL EDITOR SCENE → WAIT TIME Seconds 4000 → FADE TIME Seconds 4000 COPY SCENE PASTE SCENE CLEAR SCENE SHUTTER DIMMER GREEN...
  • Page 39 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Info MANUAL EDITOR BLUE (continued) (continued) Center = 32767 TILT Center = 32767 BEAM SHAPER ZOOM RUN PROGRAM STOP PROGRAM RUN ON POWER ON ( ) / (X) → CAPTURE DMX SCENE →...

  • Page 40: Dmx Protocols

    DMX protocols The G-Wash operates in two different modes, “Standard” and “Extended”.  Standard Extended Name Default value Shutter 10 (3,9%) Intensity 0 (0%) 0 (0%) Green 0 (0%) Blue 0 (0%) 182 (71,3%) 32767 (50%) Tilt 32767 (50%) Beam Shaper...

  • Page 41: Channel Mode (Standard)

    16 Channel Mode (Standard) Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 0,0% 2,7% Closed Open 1  3,1% 5,9% See note 1 (‘Pre-heat’ enabled) 6,3% 59,2% Strobe Slow > Fast Shutter 59,6% 68,6% Pulse - Open Slow >...
  • Page 42 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value No RED >  0,0% 100,0% 0 (0%) Fade Maximum RED No GREEN >  Green 0,0% 100,0% 0 (0%) Fade Maximum GREEN No BLUE > Blue 0,0% 100,0% 0 (0%) Fade...
  • Page 43 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value ≈ 3000° K  21,2% 21,2% (Halogen / Tungsten Lamp) ≈ 3200° K  25,5% 25,5% (Warm Metal Halide Lamp) ≈ 4000° K  41,2% 41,2% (Clear Metal Halide Lamp) ≈...
  • Page 44 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value -270° = Front 32767 Lens @ 65535 0,0% 100,0% -270° to 270° Fade Mains Power (50%) Input (Tilt=0) -120° = Front 32767 Lens @ Base Tilt 65535 0,0% 100,0% -120°...
  • Page 45 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 0,0% 1,6% No Effect 2,0% 5,9% Reserved (No Effect) 6,3% 10,2% Reserved (No Effect) 10,6% 12,5% Shutter Black = RED 12,9% 14,9% Shutter Black = GREEN Effect 15,3% 17,3% Shutter Black = BLUE 0 (0%)
  • Page 46 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 0,0% 2,7% Intensity Optimized Aperture 3,1% 5,9% Projection Optimized See note 6 0 (0%) Snap 6,3% 100,0% Reserved (No Function) 0,0% 1,6% No Function Hold 2,0% 3,5% Full Reset 3 seconds Hold 3,9%...
  • Page 47 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value Hold 13,7% 15,3% Display Off 3 seconds Hold 15,7% 17,3% Display On 3 seconds LED Frequency  17,6% 100,0% See note 4 (100 kHz - 1,41kHz) 45,5% 46,7% Capture Scene 1 Control 0 (0%)
  • Page 48 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 56,5% 57,6% Capture Scene 8 58,0% 59,2% Capture Scene 9 59,6% 60,8% Capture Scene 10 61,2% 62,4% Capture Scene 11 62,7% 63,9% Capture Scene 12 64,3% 65,5% Capture Scene 13 Control See note 5 0 (0%)
  • Page 49 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 75,3% 76,5% Capture Scene 20 76,9% 78,0% Capture Scene 21 78,4% 79,6% Capture Scene 22 See note 5 Control 0 (0%) Snap Channel 80,0% 81,2% Capture Scene 23 81,6% 82,7% Capture Scene 24...

  • Page 50: Channel Mode (Extended)

    21 Channel Mode (Extended) Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 0,0% 2,7% Closed Open 1  3,1% 5,9% See note 1 (‘Pre-heat’ enabled) 6,3% 59,2% Strobe Slow > Fast Shutter 59,6% 68,6% Pulse - Open Slow >...
  • Page 51 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value No RED >  0,0% 100,0% 0 (0%) Fade Maximum RED No GREEN >  Green 0,0% 100,0% 0 (0%) Fade Maximum GREEN No BLUE > Blue 0,0% 100,0% 0 (0%) Fade...
  • Page 52 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value ≈ 3000° K  21,2% 21,2% (Halogen / Tungsten Lamp) ≈ 3200° K  25,5% 25,5% (Warm Metal Halide Lamp) ≈ 4000° K  41,2% 41,2% (Clear Metal Halide Lamp) Detailed information, ≈...
  • Page 53 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value -270° = Front 32767 Lens @ 65535 0,0% 100,0% -270° to 270° Fade Mains Power (50%) Input (Tilt=0) -120° = Front 32767 Lens @ Base Tilt 65535 0,0% 100,0% -120°...
  • Page 54 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 0,0% 1,6% No Effect 2,0% 5,9% Reserved (No Effect) 6,3% 10,2% Reserved (No Effect) 10,6% 12,5% Shutter Black = RED 12,9% 14,9% Shutter Black = GREEN Effect 15,3% 17,3% Shutter Black = BLUE 0 (0%)
  • Page 55 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 0,0% 2,7% Intensity Optimized Aperture 3,1% 5,9% Projection Optimized See note 6 0 (0%) Snap 6,3% 100,0% Reserved (No Function) 0,0% 1,6% No Function Hold 2,0% 3,5% Full Reset 3 seconds Hold 3,9%...
  • Page 56 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value Hold 13,7% 15,3% Display Off 3 seconds Hold 15,7% 17,3% Display On 3 seconds LED Frequency  17,6% 100,0% See note 4 (100 kHz - 1,41kHz) 45,5% 46,7% Capture Scene 1 Control 0 (0%)
  • Page 57 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 56,5% 57,6% Capture Scene 8 58,0% 59,2% Capture Scene 9 59,6% 60,8% Capture Scene 10 61,2% 62,4% Capture Scene 11 62,7% 63,9% Capture Scene 12 64,3% 65,5% Capture Scene 13 Control See note 5 0 (0%)
  • Page 58 Default Fader Channel Name DMX Value DMX Percentage Description Info Type Value 75,3% 76,5% Capture Scene 20 76,9% 78,0% Capture Scene 21 78,4% 79,6% Capture Scene 22 See note 5 Control 0 (0%) Snap Channel 80,0% 81,2% Capture Scene 23 81,6% 82,7% Capture Scene 24...

  • Page 59: Full Color Calibration

    Color Temperature Correction The G-Wash features seamless color temperature correction from 2000 Kelvin to 10000 Kelvin on channel 6 (in 24 channel mode) or channel 10 (in 30 channel mode). Choose a color temperature by setting a DMX value from 5 to 255....

  • Page 60: Effects

    Controlled via DMX. High-precision pan and tilt The G-Wash has a 16-bit pan and tilt control, with a 540° pan and 270° tilt movement with feedback. Ultra high-speed strobe effect The ultra high-speed strobe effect (1-50 Hz) introduces instant color control and the possibility to strobe between two or more...

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    Fixture does not respond or appears to be off. Main fuse is blown. Contact SGM support or certified SGM service partner. Fixture suddenly turned off. Power was turned off. Check the power supply, switches and breakers.
  • Page 62 Problem Potential cause(s) Remedies See calibration in the “Control menu” on page 31. Pan/tilt does not reset correctly. Calibration values are missing. Contact SGM support or certified SGM service partner.

  • Page 63: Fixtures And Accessories

    User manual Ordering information G-Wash Moving Head, Std, BL........................Order no: 80021101 G-Wash Moving Head, Std, WH ......................... Order no: 80021105 G-Wash Moving Head, Std, CU........................Order no: 80021109 G-Wash Moving Head, POI, BL........................Order no: 80021150 G-Wash Moving Head, POI, WH ........................ Order no: 80021155 G-Wash Moving Head, POI, CU.........................

  • Page 64: Approvals And Certifications

    APPROVALS AND CERTIFICATIONS Conforms to............................ 2014/30/EU: EMC Directive Conforms to........................2014/35/EU: Low Voltage Directive Conforms to..........................2011/65/EU: RoHS2 Directive Conforms to................................UL Std.1573 Certified to ............................CSA E60598-1:02, Ed: 2 Certified to ............................CSA-E598-2-17-98, Ed: 1 4008543 The information in this document is subject to change without notice...

  • Page 65: User's Notes

    User’s notes...
  • Page 68 SGM Light A /S · Sommer vej 23 · 8210 Aarhus V · Denmark Tel +45 70 20 74 00 · info@sgmlight.com · www.sgmlight.com...

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