ETC High End Systems SolaPix 7 User Manual
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- Page 1 High End Systems SolaPix 7 Automated Luminaire User Manual Version 1.2.9 Part Number: 2594M1200-1.2.9 Rev: D Released: 2021-03...
- Page 2 To view a list of ETC trademarks and patents, go to etcconnect.com/ip. All other trademarks, both marked and not marked, are the property of their respective owners. You can find complete High End Systems terms and conditions and warranty information at etcconnect.com/Support/Warranty.aspx.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Important Safety Information Help from Technical Services Safety Considerations General Operation and Use Guidelines Fixture Overview Modular Control Install the Fixture Power Input and Power Factor Connector Specification DMX Control DMX Connector Pinout Connect DMX Cables to Fixture Terminate DMX Set the DMX Start Address DMX Channels... - Page 4 Set the Control Source and Universe Configure the Fixture Navigate the User Interface Set Fixture Parameters Address Info Menu Set Menu Test Menu Preset Menu Error Codes Maintenance Clean the Fixture Replace the Fuse Compliance FCC - Part 15 Class A Declarations of Conformity SolaPix 7 User Manual...
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Page 5: Introduction
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/Live-Events. Please email comments about this manual to: TechComm@etcconnect.com. -
Page 6: Help From Technical Services
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/Live-Events. If none of these resources are sufficient, contact ETC Technical Services directly at one of the offices identified below. -
Page 7: Safety Considerations
The SolaPix 7 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. - Page 8 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. SolaPix 7 User Manual...
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Page 9: General Operation And Use Guidelines
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. -
Page 10: Fixture Overview
Fixture Overview For technical specifications of the SolaPix 7 fixture, see the technical data sheet: etcconnect.com/Products/High-End-Systems/Lighting-Fixtures/SolaPix/Documentation.aspx 1: Lens 2: Tilt lock 3: Display 4: Navigation controls 5: Pan lock 6: Ethernet ports (x2) 7: DMX Thru 8: DMX In 9: Power In 10: USB 11: Power Out SolaPix 7 User Manual... -
Page 11: Modular Control
Because the modules all control the same light sources, you can set the priority of control using the Module Priority function (channel 12 in the Base module). See the SolaPix 7 DMX channel map on the ETC website for details: etcconnect.com/Products/High-End-Systems/Lighting-Fixtures/SolaPix/Documentation.aspx... -
Page 12: Install The Fixture
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 installation location must support a minimum point load of 10 •... - Page 13 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.
- Page 14 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.
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Page 15: Power
Power Input and Power Factor Amps Watts 0.99 0.99 0.97 0.96 0.96 0.94 CAUTION: Using this fixture below 100 V on a 15 A breaker may cause the breaker to trip. Ensure that the circuit can handle the fixture's maximum potential draw before you connect it. -
Page 16: Dmx Control
DMX Control The SolaPix 7 fixture operates on standard DMX-512 control bus, controlled by a DMX console. The fixture requires 66 channels of DMX-512. Attach the fixture to the control bus using a two-core, shielded cable with a 5-pin XLR connector (Belden 9729 is preferred). -
Page 17: Terminate Dmx
If you are using the Base and Pixel modules (the Pixel module is set to Compound mode and the Flex module is disabled) the total channel usage is 49 channels. DMX Channels The current DMX channel map for the SolaPix 7 can be found on the ETC website: etcconnect.com/Products/High-End-Systems/Lighting-Fixtures/SolaPix/Documentation.aspx DMX Control... -
Page 18: Ethernet Control
Ethernet Control The SolaPix 7 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. -
Page 19: Set The Dmx Start Address
Set the DMX Start Address Give each fixture a unique DMX starting address so that the correct fixture responds to the control signals. This DMX start address is the channel number from which the fixture starts to “listen” to the digital control information sent out from the control source. Modify the fixture DMX start address on the user interface, located on the upper enclosure. -
Page 20: Configure The Fixture
Configure the Fixture You can configure SolaPix 7 fixtures through the onboard user interface. Navigate the User Interface Mode Esc. 1. Press the [MODE/ESC] button Mode 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 Esc. -
Page 21: Set Fixture Parameters
Set Fixture Parameters This section provides instructions to configure and set up the SolaPix 7. See Navigate the User Interface on the previous page 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. - Page 22 Navigate: Main Menu → Address → Flex Module The Flex module is an optional feature. Select Disable in the Mode menu to turn off the module. Settings Value Description Select how the Flex module is implemented: Compound - the module inherits its settings from •...
- Page 23 Navigate: Main Menu → Address → Pixel Module The Pixel module is an optional feature. Select Disable in the Mode menu to turn off the module. Settings Value Description Select how the Pixel module is implemented: Compound - the module inherits its settings from •...
- Page 24 Example Use Cases Default Use Case The system has a small number of fixtures and limited universes of DMX, so numerous channels of DMX cannot be dedicated to each individual fixture. Example: For each fixture: Configure the Base module with DMX source and a unique address. •...
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Page 25: Info Menu
Separate Console Control and Video Server Control The system contains a video control source in addition to a DMX console. Example: For each fixture: Configure the Base module with DMX source and a unique address. • Set the Flex module to Compound mode. •... - Page 26 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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Page 27: Set Menu
Set Menu Set the Status Options Navigate: Main Menu → Set → Status Parameter Value Description Close Shutter • Control mode when DMX is absent. The default value is No DMX Mode Hold • Hold. Auto Program • Reverse the pan movement of the fixture. The default value •... - Page 28 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.
- Page 29 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/Live- Events. 1. Save the firmware update file to a USB drive. Fixture Overview on page 6 2.
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Page 30: Test Menu
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"... -
Page 31: Error Codes
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 "Error channel: Pan Coarse", 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). -
Page 32: Maintenance
2. Clean the fans regularly to ensure maximum airflow and efficient cooling. This will ensure that the light source operates in the best possible condition. 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. -
Page 33: Compliance
Compliance For current and complete compliance information, view the SolaPix 7 datasheet: etcconnect.com/Products/High-End-Systems/Lighting-Fixtures/SolaPix/Documentation.aspx FCC - Part 15 Class A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received;... -
Page 34: Declarations Of Conformity
8th Mar 2021 (Date of Issue) (Signature of authorised person) Printed 8 March 2021 Page 1 of 1 Declaration: Previous issue: 8th Mar 2021 Filename: High End Systems SolaPix 7 and 337 A 19 luminares CE DofC 337 SolaPix 7 User Manual... - Page 35 (Name of authorised person) 8th Mar 2021 (Date of Issue) (Signature of authorised person) Printed 8 March 2021 Page 1 of 1 Declaration: Previous issue: 8th Mar 2021 Filename: High End Systems SolaPix 7 and 337 A 19 luminares UK DofC 337 Compliance...
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