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Page 1: User Manual
User Manual From Software Version 0.78... - Page 2 Revision 0.5, Applies from firmware version .78 June, 2017 The GT-1 and this instruction manual are intended for use by experienced professionals with the knowledge and skills to set up, operate, and maintain high-powered, remotely controlled lighting equipment safely and efficiently.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
German Light Products GmbH Table of Contents Safety Precautions ...................... 4 DANGER! Prevent Hazards that Will Result in Serious Injury or Death ....4 WARNING! Prevent Hazards that Could Result in Serious Injury or Death ..4 CAUTION! Prevent Hazards that Could Result in Moderate Injury ....4 NOTICE! Prevent Damage to Product or other Property ........ -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
The manufacturer will take no responsibility for damages or harm caused by disregard for the information in this manual. Should you have questions about the safe operation of the GT-1, please contact an authorized GLP distributor, a list of which can be found at www.glp.de. -
Page 5: Notice! Prevent Damage To Product Or Other Property
German Light Products GmbH 5 and 30 flashes per second, may cause seizures in persons with photosensitive epilepsy. Check local regulations on use of strobe lighting and notify the public in advance when strobe effects are used. If a seizure occurs, stop using strobe effects. -
Page 6: Overview Of Features
2 Overview of Features Intended Use The GT-1 is for permanent or temporary indoor use in venues where the distance to illuminated surfaces is at least 16 M (52.5 ft.). It may be used outdoors if it is protected from moisture and precautions are taken to prevent damage from direct sunlight. -
Page 7: Gobos
German Light Products GmbH A separate color wheel supplements the color mixing system with 11 color filters, including four color correction filters and a light frost filter. The wheel rotates in fixed color steps, scrolls continuously for split color effects, and rotates clockwise and counterclockwise with variable speed. -
Page 8: Dimming And Shutter Effects
Inserting or removing a prism with zoom at a DMX level from 107-208 will cause a small change in the zoom lens position. The GT-1 has a split-flag variable frost filter that provides a wide angle wash effect. Inserting or removing frost at zoom levels from 82-177 will cause a small change in the zoom lens position. -
Page 9: Changing Effect Settings By Dmx
German Light Products GmbH Figure 2-3: Animation wheel 2.10 Changing Effect Settings by DMX The Control Channel (23 in Normal DMX Mode) provides the ability to change fixture settings, turn the lamp on/off, and perform a fixture reset from the control desk. To send a send a Control Channel command, start from level 0 and hold the command for three seconds. -
Page 10: Preparation For Use
Mounting The GT-1 may be rigged in any orientation or placed on a level surface. When installing, keep the lighting head at least 0.5 m (20 in.) from flammable materials including curtains and stage scenery. - Page 11 Figure 3-2 Upright Mounting Details Head Down Mounting To hang the GT-1 with the head down, mount two omega brackets to the base and fasten a suitable rigging clamp to each omega bracket. The brackets mount to the base with two Camlock quarter-turn pins. Line up and insert the pins into the base and turn 90°...
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Page 12: Securing The Device
Notice! Never use the head-down mounting technique for sideways installation, as the base can be damaged and secure installation cannot be assured. To hang the GT-1 sideways, fasten a dedicated mounting bar, available from GLP as an accessory, to the base. Fasten two suitable half-coupler rigging clamps to the mounting bar to hang the fixture. -
Page 13: Connections
ArtNET II compatible Ethernet network. Start/stop operation To start or stop operation, toggle the power switch to the “I” (on) or “O” (off) position. Transportation and Storage The GT-1 should be transported either in a flight case or its original packaging to Instruction Manual... -
Page 14: The Menu Field
WWW.GLP.DE protect it from damage from shocks during transportation. When not installed, store the fixture in a dry location. The Menu Field The LCD display provides access to user settings, readouts, lamp control, and utilities. From left to right, the top line of the main menu displays: ... - Page 15 German Light Products GmbH Menu Selection Value Remarks DMX Start Address 1-490 Set the DMX start address Special Set dimming mode* ESOFT Softer, nonlinear dimming Linear dimming Show Errors Display error messages DMX hold* ON/OFF Hold last values if DMX signal drops...
- Page 16 WWW.GLP.DE Serial 1-9999 Enter user-defined ID number Lamp on Switch lamp on Lamp off* Switch lamp off Select dimming curve for early CMY Old CMY curve* ON/OFF flags Position feedback* ON/OFF Toggle position feedback Reverse pan* ON/OFF Reverse pan control Reverse tilt* ON/OFF Reverse tilt control...
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Page 17: Dmx Channels
German Light Products GmbH 5 DMX Channels Normal Mode (23 DMX Channels) Channel Function Time & Value Percent Pan, MSB coarse pan (high/8-bit) 0-640° 0-100% 0-255 Pan, LSB fine pan (low/16-bit) 0-100% 0-255 Tilt, MSB coarse tilt (high/8-bit) 0-262° 0-100%... - Page 18 WWW.GLP.DE (16) gobo 15 60-63 (17) gobo 16 64-67 (18) gobo 17 68-71 12 Gobo Wheel 2 fixed gobo selection (19) gobo 18 72-75 continued (20) gobo 19 76-79 negative rotation, fast to slow 32-65% 80-167 rotation stop positive rotation, slow to fast 67-100% 169-255 closed...
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Page 19: Optional Accessories
German Light Products GmbH 6 Optional Accessories Describe accessories and how to install Instruction Manual... -
Page 20: Cleaning And Maintenance
Never touch optical components with bare fingers. Before running the fixture wait until all parts are dry. GT-1 components require occasional cleaning to prevent the buildup of dust, dirt, and smoke fluid residue. Pay special attention to the air vents and front lens. Failure to keep the fixture clean will significantly reduce light output and may cause damage. -
Page 21: Head Maintenance
To remove the top head shell, orient the head as shown above with the front lens to the right and the yoke arm with the GT-1 logo facing you. To remove the bottom head shell, orient the head with the front lens to the left. Remove the head shells as... - Page 22 WWW.GLP.DE counterclockwise with a slotted screwdriver. Lift the head shell up from the front. Release the shell safety cable. Lift the head shell further to free it from the rear cover and remove. Installation is the reverse. Start at the back and align the opening in the head shell with the air vent to get started.
- Page 23 German Light Products GmbH Removing the Gobo Module Remove the gobo module as described below and shown in Figure 7-4: Remove the top and bottom head shells and the rear head cover. On the top side of the head, loosen the captive thumb screws on each side of the gobo module (Figure 7-4 panel 1).
- Page 24 WWW.GLP.DE Lamp Change The average lamp life is 1500 hours. For best performance and to minimize the risk of lamp explosion, replace the lamp after 1000 hours of use. To remove the lamp: Remove the head shells and rear cover. Disconnect and remove the fan assemblies from the top and bottom of the lamp housing (1).
- Page 25 German Light Products GmbH To install a new lamp: Connect the lamp wires to the lamp’s spade terminals. Position the lamp in the housing with the wires leading towards the top of the head (1) and tighten the retaining clips.
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Page 26: Glp Service And Support
WWW.GLP.DE Figure 7-8: Lamp adjustment GLP Service and Support Contact information for the nearest GLP service and suport is available online at www.glp.de/en/service, by email at info@glp.de, or by telephone at the following numbers: GLP Germany: +49 (7248) 927 19-55 ... -
Page 27: Technical Specifications
German Light Products GmbH 8 Technical Specifications Lightsource Lamp type OSRAM SIRIUS HRI 440W Lifetime 1500 h Color temperature 7300 Kelvin Optical system Minimum zoom 3.5° Maximum zoom 56.7° Focus motorized, 2m - infinite Beam mode 2.5° Movement Resolution 8 - 16 Bit Position feedback 640°... - Page 28 WWW.GLP.DE Mounting Options Standing removable baseplate with brackets for ratchet belt Hanging (horizontal) adjustable bar for sideways truss installation (optional) Hanging (vertical) M10 socket for half coupler or other clamp, Omega brackets Safety wire 2 eyelets attachment Shipping Single fixture cardboard Tourpack 2-way incl.
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Page 29: Dimensions
German Light Products GmbH Dimensions 452 143 Instruction Manual...
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