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High End Systems Lonestar Automated Luminaire User Manual Version 1.3.0 Part Number: 2550M1200-1.3.0 Rev: A Released: 2021-08...
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Table of Contents Introduction Important Safety Information Help from Technical Services Safety Considerations General Operation and Use Guidelines Fixture Overview Install the Fixture Power Electrical Specifications Input and Power Factor Fixtures per Circuit Connector Specification DMX Control DMX Connector Pinout Connect DMX Cables to Fixture DMX Control and Ethernet Output Terminate DMX...
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Ethernet Control Connect Ethernet Cables to a Fixture Ethernet Control and DMX Thru Terminate DMX Set the DMX Start Address Set the Control Input and Universe Configure the Fixture Navigate the User Interface Set Fixture Parameters DMX Address Info Menu Set Menu Test Menu Preset Menu Install the Heavy Diffusion Accessory...
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! This warning statement indicates situations where there is a risk of electric shock. All ETC High End Systems documents are available for free download from our website: etcconnect.com/Products/High-End-Systems. Please email comments about this manual to: TechComm@etcconnect.com.
Help from Technical Services If you are having difficulties and your problem is not addressed by this document, try the ETC support website at support.etcconnect.com or the High End Systems product website at etcconnect.com/Products/High-End-Systems. If none of these resources are sufficient, contact ETC Technical Services directly at one of the offices identified below.
The Lonestar is intended for professional use only. Not for residential use. Read the entire manual before using this equipment. Contact your ETC authorized dealer or Technical Services before performing any service in order to maintain warranty coverage. Symbols used on the product label are defined below: The luminaire must be installed at least 3.0 m (9 ft...
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Surfaces chaudes. Laissez le luminaire refroidir complètement avant de le manipuler et de procéder à son entretien. Note: The light source in this luminaire is not user-replaceable, and must be replaced only by a qualified technician. Contact ETC Customer Support for assistance. Lonestar User Manual...
If smoke or odor persists, disconnect the fixture from power and contact your ETC dealer or Technical Services. Please use the original packaging if the fixture is to be transported. ETC will not be responsible for the fixture if packaging other than manufacturer provided packaging is used.
Install the Fixture WARNING: NEMA Type 1 enclosure, indoor use, dry locations only. Do not use outdoors. This fixture is intended for use where humidity does not exceed 90% (non-condensing). The operating temperature range for this fixture is -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F).
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CAUTION: Follow all local codes and recommended practices by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. The installation must only be carried out by qualified personnel. ATTENTION : Respectez tous les règlements locaux et toutes les pratiques recommandées par l'autorité compétente. L'installation doit être effectuée uniquement par du personnel qualifié.
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1. Assemble the clamp (provided by others) to the Omega bracket that was provided with the fixture and secure together using appropriately sized hardware (not provided). 2. Align the assembled Omega bracket and quick-lock fasteners into the respective holes on the bottom of the fixture upper enclosure.
3 fixtures via an ETC R20 or similar breaker module The fixture requires power from a non-dimmable source. Consult the the upstream breaker trip curves when using something other than an ETC R20 or similar breaker module. Lonestar User Manual...
Connector Specification WARNING: Risk of Shock and Fire. Assemble a grounding-type attachment plug with integral cord grip that is within the voltage and amperage rating of this luminaire. AVERTISSEMENT : Risque de choc et d'incendie. Assurez-vous d'utiliser une prise de mise à la terre avec décharge de traction intégrée qui respecte la tension et l'ampérage de ce luminaire.
DMX control bus). (See DMX Connector Pinout Use the following standard pinout when preparing DMX cable with 5-pin XLR connectors. ETC recommends using Belden 9729 or equivalent cable. (See the ETC cable cross database for equivalent alternatives: etcconnect.com/Support/Cable-Cross-Database.aspx.) The second data...
1, you could set the second fixture to 49 (48+1), the third to 97 (48+49), and so on. DMX Channels The current DMX channel map for the Lonestar can be found on the ETC website: etcconnect.com/Products/High-End-Systems/Lighting-Fixtures/Lonestar/Documentation.aspx DMX Control...
Ethernet Control The Lonestar fixture includes two Ethernet ports that allow sending and receiving of control signals using the Art-Net protocol or sACN. Use a Cat5e (or better) cable and terminate to RJ45 connectors following the TIA/EIA 568B wiring standard. Connect Ethernet Cables to a Fixture The following instructions are guidelines for connecting Ethernet to your fixture.
A DMX terminator is an XLR plug with a 120 Ω resistor connected between pins 2 and 3 that can be installed into the DMX output receptacle of the last fixture in the DMX control run. This plug is available and sold separately. Contact your authorized dealer or ETC for ordering information (etcconnect.com/contactETC/).
Configure the Fixture You can configure Lonestar fixtures through the onboard user interface. Navigate the User Interface Mode 1. Press the [MODE/ESC] button to access the main menu. (The display is powered by Esc. Mode battery when the fixture has no power; press and hold the [MODE/ESC] button for three Esc.
Set Fixture Parameters This section provides instructions to configure and set up the Lonestar. See Navigate the User Interface on page 16 for information about the navigation buttons. Provide power to the fixture before configuring it. If you do not provide power, the fixture will use battery power to power the user interface.
View the DMX value of each of the fixture's channels (parameters of the fixture). Scroll to the parameter that you want to view (Pan, Tilt, etc.) and view the value. The DMX value that you view is the DMX value that displays on the main window of the UI until you select a different DMX value to view.
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Parameter Value Description Reverse the tilt movement of the fixture. The default Tilt Reverse value is OFF. Change the pan rotation of the fixture from the Pan Degree default setting of 540 degrees to 630 degrees. Turn on or off the encoder feedback for pan and tilt movement.
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Access Service Settings Navigate: Main Menu → Set → Service Setting Parameter Value Description You must enter the Service PIN in order to access the Service PIN Service PIN XXX other Service Setting parameters. The default Service PIN is 050. This password-protected menu item lets you modify the RDM UID.
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Celsius (default value) Fahrenheit Update Fixture Firmware Using the USB Port Navigate: Main Menu → Set → USB Update Fixture firmware updates are available on the ETC website at etcconnect.com/Products/High- End-Systems. 1. Save the firmware update file to a USB drive.
Test Menu Reset (Home) the Mechanical Positions on the Fixture Navigate: Main Menu → Test → Home Reset ("home") all features on the fixture, including, pan, tilt, colors, gobos, etc. Test the Fixture Navigate: Main Menu → Test → Self Test Run a self-test program on the fixture. When you run the test, the display indicates "Running"...
(See Set the Protocol on page 21 DMX Channels on page 13 for details.) To purchase the accessory, contact ETC Technical Services or your authorized ETC dealer. See Help from Technical Services on page 2 for contact information. Tool needed: #3 Phillips screwdriver 1.
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The prism assembly (shown at right) is located near the front lens on the left side of the fixture head when the front lens is facing away from you and the tilt lock is to the right of the fixture head. 3.
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5. Install the diffusion carrier. a. Open the clip on the front edge of the diffusion carrier. b. Slide the carrier into the prism assembly so that the forks on the edge of the carrier are positioned on either side of the gear stem and are beneath the retaining ring of the small gear.
Error Codes When you apply power to the fixture, it runs a calibration (homing) sequence and displays any errors that it detects. Example: When the display shows “Err channel: Pan Movement”, it means there is an error in channel 1. When multiple errors are present they will cycle on the display twice, and then the fixture will reset (restart).
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Focus This message displays after the reset of the fixture if any of the following conditions exist: the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions (optical or magnetic sensor failure) the stepper motor is defective or the related IC driver on the main PCB has failed the Focus wheel is not located in the default position after the reset Frost 1 This message displays after the reset of the fixture if any of the following conditions exist:...
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Prism_Rot This message displays after the reset of the fixture if any of the following conditions exist: the fixture head magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions (optical or magnetic sensor failure) the stepper motor is defective or the related IC driver on the main PCB has failed the Prism wheel is not located in the default position after the reset Tilt Coarse This message displays after the reset of the fixture if any of the following conditions exist:...
Letting the fans spin while using compressed air could damage the fans. Replace the Fuse The fuse in this fixture is not user-replaceable. Contact ETC Technical Services for assistance. Help from Technical Services on page 2 for contact information.
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