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  • Page 1 Version 1.4 Version 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Robin SuperSpikie Table of contents 1. Safety instructions ......................3 2. Fixture exterior view ...................... 5 3. Installation........................6 3.1 Connection to the mains .................... 6 3.2 Replacing gobos ....................... 7 3.3 Rigging the fixture ...................... 9 3.4 DMX-512 connection ....................11 3.5 Ethernet connection ....................

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE POWERING OR INSTALLING YOUR ROBIN SuperSuperSpikie ! Save it for future reference. This device has left our premises in absolutely perfect condition. In order to maintain this condition and to en- sure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.
  • Page 4 Air vents and slots in the fixture´s head and base are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the device and to protect it from overheating. Do not block the front lens with any object when the fixture is under operation. The openings should never be covered with cloth or other materials, and never must be blocked.

  • Page 5: Fixture Exterior View

    2. Fixture exterior view 1 - Moving head 2 - Front lens 3 - Tilt lock 4 - Pan lock 5 - Handles 6 - QVGA touch screen 7 - Control buttons 8 - USB port 9 - Yoke 10 - Ethernet 11 - 5-pin DMX OUT 12 - 3-pin DMX OUT 13 - 3-pin DMX IN...

  • Page 6: Installation

    3. Installation Fixtures must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with all national and local electrical and construction codes and regulations. 3.1 Connection to the mains For protection from electric shock, the fixture must be earthed! The Robin SuperSpikie is equipped with auto-switching power supply that automatically adjusts to any 50-60Hz AC power source from 100-240 Volts.

  • Page 7: Replacing Gobos

    The Robe gobo has a small position point (8) at its edge which has to exactly aim at the position point (9) or the magnet (10) on the gobo holder (3). Insert the spring lock (6) to secure correct gobo position in the...
  • Page 8 6. Turn the remaining gobo holder in the gobo module to the position that its position point (9) or magnet (10) exactly aims at the small toothlike projection (11) on the edge of the gobo module (2). 7. Insert he gobo holder back under the distance slots (4) and the stop (5) into the gobo module in this way, that its position point (9) has to aim at the small toothlike projection (11) on the edge of the gobo module (2).

  • Page 9: Rigging The Fixture

    3.3 Rigging the fixture A structure intended for installation of the fixture (s) must safely hold weight of the fixture(s) placed on it. The structure has to be certificated to the purpose. The fixture (fixtures) must be installed in accordance with national and local electrical and construction codes and regulations.
  • Page 10 Truss installation 1. Bolt the clamps(3) to the omega holder (5) with M12 bolt and lock nut through the hole in the omega holder. 2. Fasten the omega holders to the bottom of the base by inserting both quick-lock fasteners (2) into the holes of the base and tighten fully clockwise.

  • Page 11: Dmx-512 Connection

    3.4 DMX-512 connection The fixture is equipped with 5-pin XLR sockets for DMX input and output. Only use a shielded twisted-pair cable designed for RS-485 and 5-pin XLR plugs and connectors in order to connect the controller with the fixture or one fixture with another. DMX output DMX input XLR socket:...

  • Page 12: Ethernet Connection

    3.5 Ethernet connection The fixtures on a data link are connected to the Ethernet with ArtNet (or MANet, MANet2, sACN) communication protocol. The control software running on your light console has to support some of the protocols. Art-Net communication protocol is a 10 Base T Ethernet protocol based on the TCP/IP.Its purpose is to allow transfer of large amounts of DMX 512 data over a wide area using standard network technology.
  • Page 13 Ethernet / DMX operation Option “ Artnet" (gMaI or gMA2 or sACN) has to be selected from “Ethernet Mode” menu at first fixture. Option “Ethernet To DMX” has to be selected from the menu “Ethernet Mode” at the first fixture (connected to the Ethernet) in the fixture chain, next fixtures have standard DMX setting.

  • Page 14: Wireless Dmx Operation

    3.6 Wireless DMX operation The wireless version of the Robin SuperSpikie is equipped with the Lumen Radio CRMX module and antenna for receiving DMX signal. CRMX module operates on the 2.4 GHz band. The item " Wireless " from the menu "DMX Input" allows you to activate receiving of wireless DMX (Person- ality-->...

  • Page 15: Remotely Controllable Functions

    4. Remotely controllable functions Virtual Colour wheel The virtual colour contains 67 preset colours, rainbow effect in both directions with variable speed. CTC (colour temperature correction) The CTC channel allows to change colour temperature of white in range of 2700K-8000K. Colour Mix control The Colour Mix control channel defines relation between colour channels (R,G,B,W) and virtual colour wheel: DMX value...
  • Page 16 Pan/Tilt Pan/tilt movement range: 540°/360°, continual pan/tilt rotation. Direction of continual rotation...

  • Page 17: Control Menu Map

    5. Control menu map Default settings=Bold print Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Addressing Settings DMX Address 001-512 DMX Preset Mode 1, Mode 2, Mode 3, Mode 4 Ethernet Settings Ethernet Mode Disable ArtNet gMAI gMA2 sACN...
  • Page 18 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Personality User Mode User A Settings User B Settings: DMX Input Wired Input Wireless Input Wireless In/XLR Out Pan/Tilt Settings Pan Reverse Off, On Tilt Reverse Off, On Pan/Tilt Feedback Off, On Pan/Tilt mode...
  • Page 19 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Stand -Alone Test Sequences Dynamic Mode Static Mode 0-255 Tilt 0-255 Zoom 0-255 MusicTrigger Off, On None Preset Playback Test Prog. 1 Prog. 2 Prog. 3 Play Program Play Program 1 Play Program 2 Play Program 3...

  • Page 20: Control Menu

    6. Control menu The Robin SuperSpike Light is equipped with the QVGA Robe touch screen with battery backup which allows to set the fixture´s behaviour according to your needs, obtain information on its operation, test its various parts and lastly program it, if it has to be used in a stand-alone mode.

  • Page 21: Tab " Address

    Note: The green icon at the top right corner of the screen indicates the level of the display battery charging. If the whole icon is green, the battery is fully charged while the red icon indicates exhausted battery. The battery charges during fixture operation, its charging lasts cca 6 hours.

  • Page 22: Tab "Information

    Resetable Hours - The item shows the number of the operation hours that the Robin SuperSpike has been powered on since the counter was last reset. In order to reset this counter to 0, touch the text box next to the item "Resetable Hours:"...

  • Page 23: Tab "Personality

    DMX Values - The menu is used to read DMX values of each channel received by the fixture. Wireless State - The menu serves for reading of the wireless operation status. Unlink Wireless Adapter - The item serves for unlinking the fixture from a DMX transmitter. If the wireless module is not installed in the fixture, message"...
  • Page 24 Pan/Tilt Settings - Use the menu set behaviour of both pan and tilt movements. Pan Reverse - The item allows to invert pan movement. Tilt Reverse - The item allows to invert tilt movement. Pan/Tilt Feedback - The item allows to return the mowing head to the required pan/tilt position after changing the position by an external force if this option is set on.

  • Page 25: Tab "Manual Control

    Play Program 2 - The option starts user program No. 2. Play Program 3 - The option starts user program No. 3. Edit Program - Use the menu to create or to edit desired program. The Robin SuperSpike offers 3 free pro- grams, each up to 100 steps.

  • Page 26: Tab "Service

    step by touching the [confirm+copy]. By touching the text box "Preview" next to the current program step you can view created scene. 6. Repeat the steps 4 and 5 for next program steps. 7. After editing desired program steps, adjust the length of the program by touching the text boxes "Start Step" and "End Step".
  • Page 27 If you use the Robe Universal Interface, connect a USB port of your computer with the Robe Universal Interface by means of the USB cable and DMX input of the fixture with the DMX output of the Robe Universal Interface via a DMX cable.

  • Page 28: Rdm

    6. Select correct "COM " number if you use a Flash cable RS232/DMX or select "Robe Universal Interface " if you use the Robe Universal Interface/Robe Universal Interface WTX and then click on the "Connect" button. 7. If the connection is OK, click the “Start Uploading" button to start software uploading. It will take several minutes to perform software update.

  • Page 29: Error And Information Messages

    RDM model ID for the Robin SuperSpike is 0x0102. 8. Error and information messages Information icon - Air Filters Cleaning This icon signalizes that cleaning period of the air filters has elapsed and you have to clear air filters and reset the menu item "Elapsed Time".
  • Page 30 LEDs Fan 1 Bad ( LEDs Fan 2 Bad) The LED engine cooling fan 1 (fan 2) in the fixture head is disconnected from its control PCB or is faulty and should be replaced. Frost Fan Bad The small blower in the fixture head is disconnected from its control PCB or is faulty and has to be replaced. Arm Fan Bad The small fan in the fixture arm (arm without a tilt lock) is disconnected from its control PCB or is faulty and should be replaced...

  • Page 31: Technical Specifications

    9. Technical Specifications Electrical Power supply: electronic auto-ranging Input voltage range: 100-240V, 50-60Hz Max. power consumption: 330W Fuse: T 5A/250V ~ Max Inrush Current: < 20A @ 230Vac Mains input: CE - max. 16A ETL - max. 10A Mains output: CE - max. 15A ETL - max.
  • Page 32 Continual pan/tilt rotation 16 bit movement resolution Automatic Pan/Tilt position correction Remotely controllable speed of pan/tilt Control Graphic touch screen for fixture setting and addressing Gravitation sensor for auto screen positioning Battery backup of the touch screen Readout fixture usage, receiving DMX values, temperatures, etc Built-in analyzer for easy fault finding, error messages Built-in demo sequences Stand-alone operation...
  • Page 33 Dimensions (mm) Accessories 1x Omega adaptor CL-regular 2 pcs in box (P/N10980033) Optional accessories (P/N 1305 2439) Daisy Chain PowerCon TRUE1 In/Out, EU, 2m, indoor (P/N 1305 2440) Daisy Chain PowerCon TRUE1 In/Out, US, 2m, indoor (P/N 13052444) Daisy Chain PowerCon TRUE1 In/Out, EU, 5m, indoor (P/N 1305 2405) Mains Cable PowerCon In TRUE1/Schuko, 2m, indoor (P/N 1305 2406) Mains Cable PowerCon In TRUE1/US, 2m, indoor (P/N 1305 2407) Mains Cable PowerCon In TRUE1/open ended, 2m, indoor...

  • Page 34: Maintenance And Cleaning

    10. Maintenance and cleaning DANGER ! Disconnect the fixture from the mains before starting any maintenance work A soft lint-free cloth moistened with any good glass cleaning fluid is recommended, under no circumstances should solvents be used! Never use solvents for cleaning the the fixture It is absolutely essential that the fixture is kept clean and that dust, dirt and smoke-fluid residues must not build up on or within the fixture.

  • Page 35: Photometric Diagrams

    11. Photometric diagrams...

  • Page 39: Changelog

    DMX chart ver. 1.3 (table of colours for virtual colour wheel added) Copyright © 2018-2019 Robe Lighting - All rights reserved Specifications are subject to change without notice. January 28, 2019 Made in ROBE Lighting s.r.o., Palackého 416, 757 01 Valašské Meziříčí, Czech Republic...
  • Page 40 DMX protocol Robin SuperSpikie - DMX protocol Version: 1.3 Type of Channel Function Value control Pan (8 bit) 0 - 255 Pan movement by 540°/360° (128=default) proportional Pan Fine (16 bit) 0 - 255 Fine control of pan movement (0=default) proportional Tilt (8 bit) 0 - 255...
  • Page 41 DMX protocol Type of Channel Function Value control 65 - 69 Dimmer curve - linear step Fans mode: Auto 70 - 74 step Fans mode: High 75 - 79 step 80-84 White point 8000K On step White point 8000K Off 85-89 step Reserved...
  • Page 42 DMX protocol Type of Channel Function Value control Filter 122 (Fern Green) 45-46 step 47-48 Filter 182 (Light Red) step 49-50 Filter 121 (Filter Green) step 51-52 Filter 128 (Bright Pink) step Filter 131 (Marine Blue) 53-54 step Filter 132 (Medium Blue) 55-56 step Filter 134 (Golden Amber)
  • Page 43 DMX protocol Type of Channel Function Value control Red/Cyan (16bit)*** 0 - 255 Colour saturation control - fine (255=default) proportional Green/Magenta (8 bit) *** 0 - 255 Colour saturation control - coarse 0-100% (255=default) proportional Green/Magenta (16bit) *** 0 - 255 Colour saturation control - fine (255=default) proportional Blue/Yellow (8 bit) ***...
  • Page 44 DMX protocol Type of Channel Function Value control 25 - 255 Open/hole step Rot. gobo indexing and rotation Gobo indexing - set position on channel 20 0 - 255 Gobo indexing (128=default) proportional Gobo rotation - set position on channel 20 No rotation step 1 - 127...
  • Page 45 ** Function is active only 10 seconds after switching the fixture on ***Select RGB or CMY mixing mode on the channel "Power/Special functions" . Copyright © 2018-2019 Robe Lighting s.r.o. - All rights reserved All Specifications subject to change without notice...
  • Page 46 Robin SuperSpikie - colours on Virtual Colour Wheel Green Blue White Colour name (DMX) (DMX) (DMX) (DMX) Filter 4 (Medium Bastard Amber) Filter 25 (Sunset Red) Filter 19 (Fire) Filter 26 (Bright Red) Filter 58 (Lavender) Filter 68 (Sky Blue) Filter 36 (Medium Pink) Filter 89 (Moss Green) Filter 88 (Lime Green)
  • Page 47 Green Blue White Colour name (DMX) (DMX) (DMX) (DMX) Filter 194 (Surprise Pink) Filter 180 (Dark Lavender) Filter 181 (Congo Blue) Filter 197 (Alice Blue) Filter 201 (Full C.T. Blue) Filter 202 (Half C.T. Blue) Filter 203 (Quarter C.T. Blue) Filter 204 (Full C.T.

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