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SOFTWARE VERSION 1.12 WWW.PRG.COM ™ LIGHT USER MANUAL...
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Measuring Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) The OHM Light utilizes an LED source that is optimized for the film, TV, and image capture industries. Current color meters cannot be used to accurately read the correlated color temperature (CCT) of OHM and other discontinuous- spectrum light sources.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction About This Manual..................................3 Additional Documentation ................................3 Customer Service ..................................4 User Instructions General Notes....................................5 Fixture Set Up....................................5 Ventilation ..................................... 5 Additional Safety Considerations ..............................6 Cleaning......................................6 Power Supply ....................................6 Fixture Overview OHM Components and Controls ..............................
This manual applies to the following software versions: MMI: 1.12 Driver Board: 1.08 Familiarizing yourself with this information will help you get the most out of your PRG product. Additional Documentation For more information regarding DMX512 systems, refer to the DMX512/1990 & AMX 192 Standards publication available from United States Institute for Theatre Technology, Inc.
Customer Service For technical assistance, contact the PRG International Service Center or contact your nearest PRG office. Contact information for all PRG office locations can be found on our website at: www.prg.com/about-us/locations/ PRG Dallas (International Service) 8617 Ambassador Row, Suite 120 Dallas, Texas 75247 USA Phone: 214.630.1963...
USER INSTRUCTIONS General Notes 1) Please read through this manual carefully before operating the OHM Light. Keep this manual for future reference. 2) There are numerous safety instructions and warnings that must be adhered to for your own safety. 3) OHM is not intended for residential use. It is only intended for use in a professional studio.
6) Do not operate OHM if there are any signs of physical damage. In case of damage, it is advised that you contact PRG service. 7) Before using OHM check for any of the following defects:...
CCT, emulating traditional sources. The OHM Light can be controlled via the MMI (Man-Machine Interface) attached to the side of the fixture, or via an external...
SPARE PARTS/ACCESSORIES Individual Parts List The following is a list of PRG accessory and replacement parts available for OHM: CODE ITEM Complete Kits: 757-300100 PRG OHM Light Fixture 757-300110 PRG OHM Hanger Assembly (Four Cables Included) Mounting and Suspension: 757-300465...
Spigot/Lifting Eye 28mm Spigot - used to fix OHM into a 28mm receiver. M12 Lifting Eye - used to hang OHM from a single point. M12 x 1.5mm, 25mm Long Bolt - used to bolt either the Spigot or the Lifting Eye to OHM. NOTE: tighten M12 bolt to 85Nm (63lbft).
Powering Options Neutrik Power Cable Connector OHM is fitted with a Neutrik PowerCon® NAC3 type ENGAGEMENT connector. Use only Neutrik PowerCon NAC3FCA connectors. It is the user's responsibility to provide and wire their own power cable using the Neutrik power cable connector provided with OHM.
OPERATION OHM provides control over the Intensity and CCT (Correlated Color Temperature). These variables can be controlled directly from the MMI located on the side of the fixture, or via DMX. Connection Ports Connections are as follows: Comms Port: This port allows for software updates.
Default Control Screen: Rotary Knob: Alters the intensity of the set CCT from 0%-100%. Black Button: Switches the light source OFF (NOTE: the MMI remains ON). W h i t e C C T Grey Button: Currently disabled. 2 9 0 0 K S t u d i o Blue Button: Currently disabled.
Navigation Within 'Color CCT' Menu Once the required CCT is selected, the corresponding control screen will open. This example shows the 2900K CCT control screen. W h i t e C C T 2 9 0 0 K S t u d i o C o l o u r C C T 1 0 0 %...
S E L E C T M E N U Continuous scrolling will show every programmed Gekko colour. Note: This menu is empty upon delivery of OHM. Contact PRG for Gekko kleer colour bespoke colors. Navigation Within 'DMX Address' Menu Once the required DMX address is selected, the current control screen will re-open.
Navigation Within 'DMX Mode' Menu Once the required DMX Mode is selected, the current control screen will re-open. This example shows the 2900K CCT control screen. W h i t e C C T 2 9 0 0 K S t u d i o D M X M o d e 1 0 0 %...
Navigation Within 'Maintenance' Menu If any button is pressed, the current control screen will re-open. This example shows the 2900K CCT control screen. W h i t e C C T 2 9 0 0 K S t u d i o M a i n t e n a n c e 1 0 0 % D M X 4 5 1...
Depending on the DMX Mode assigned through the MMI the DMX controls are as follows: OHM - 'Standard' DMX Control (2 Channels) DMX Channel 1 = Master Intensity (DMX value 0-255 = level 0-100%) DMX Channel 2 = CCT Color Wheel: 2900K 3200K 3600K...
DMX Control: Application Example OHM is fully controllable from the 5-pin DMX IN port on the MMI on the side of the fixture. The 'DMX Thru' jack also allows you to daisy-chain fixtures. Keep in mind the following points regarding DMX control: For OHM 'Standard' DMX Control:...
OHM IS RDM ENABLED! RDM functionality gives the ability to remotely identify the fixture and remotely set the DMX Address of the fixture. This feature also enables information about OHM to be read remotely, such as the temperature of the LED arrays. RDM Functions: UID to allow recognition of individual fixtures Sensor count:...
SPECIFICATIONS Power Characteristics AC Power OHM Power requirements... Nominal input voltage: 110-240V (AC), 50-60Hz OHM power supply is not currently power factor Maximum input current: 4.5A (at 110V), 2.1A (at 240V) corrected. OHM Lights will draw more current on Maximum input power: 500W the neutral than what is being drawn on the hot leg.
Warnings and Cautions Read, keep, and heed all warnings and cautions. SYMBOL MEANING Risk of Electric shock / Risk of Fire Do not open. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user- WARNING serviceable parts inside.
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OHM™ Light User Manual Version as of: October 6, 2011...
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