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Innovative Lighting Products
CANTO USA FOLLOWSPOT
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
90-240VAC. 50/60HZ
MODELS COVERED
XLED
Aurora X1 Series - Short, Medium, Long
Thank you purchasing the Aurora X1 LED Followspot. We hope this product will meet your facilities or performances requirements, if for
any reason this should not be the case, we ask that you contact us directly at 888-252-5912 to help address your needs. We work to
provide our customers with the best products available. This product has been manufactured with maximum care in construction and choice
of components. If you have received equipment that is damaged for any reason, please contact your local dealer who supplied the product
within 72 hours after receiving our product.
Short Throw:
Medium Throw:
Long Throw:
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1092 West Atlanta Street, SE • Suite 600 • Marietta, GA 30060 • 888-252-5912 • techsupport@cantousa.com • cantousa.com
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  • Page 1: Front Cover

    MODELS COVERED XLED Aurora X1 Series - Short, Medium, Long Thank you purchasing the Aurora X1 LED Followspot. We hope this product will meet your facilities or performances requirements, if for any reason this should not be the case, we ask that you contact us directly at 888-252-5912 to help address your needs. We work to provide our customers with the best products available.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Table of Contents Front Cover ..................................page 1 Table of Contents ................................page 2 1. Specifications ..................................page 3 2. Important Safety Protocols ..............................page 5 3. Checking The Shipment (Per Fixture:) ..........................page 6 4: Aurora X1 Feature Overview .............................

  • Page 3: Specifications

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 1. SPECIFICATIONS Voltage Full Power Standby Weight 90-240VAC 7.7 A @ 120 VAC = 924 Watts 0.47 A Long Head: 154 lb 50/60Hz Medium Head: 138 lb Short Head: 132 lb Yoke assembly: 36 lb Tripod: 26 lb Short Throw Configuration: 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE •...
  • Page 4 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Medium Throw Configuration: Long Throw Configuration: 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE • Suite 600 • Marietta, GA 30060 • 888-252-5912 • techsupport@cantousa.com • cantousa.com V 1.0 1/11/22...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Protocols

    LED module’s instructions included in the LED module box and the relevant chapters in this manual. *Replacement of any part of the wiring system must be carried out by Canto USA authorized and trained technicians and be in compliance with the original wiring diagram and with components identical or compatible with those originally used in the product’s construction.

  • Page 6: Checking The Shipment (Per Fixture:)

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 3. CHECKING THE SHIPMENT (PER FIXTURE:) Here is what is included with every Aurora X1 fixture:  1 - Base Body Enclosure with Integrated LED Driver and Control Panel (Box Dimensions: 26” x 26” x 48”) ...

  • Page 7: 4: Aurora X1 Feature Overview

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 4: AURORA X1 FEATURE OVERVIEW Features A: LED Engine Module Base Body Control Panel Tripod Gel Changer Lens Tube G Focus Handle H Caster Wheels Tel Rad Mount Points Com Belt Pack Mount Bracket Operators Handle Gel Release Buttons M Tilt Lock/Tension Handle...

  • Page 8: Aurora X1 Assembly

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5. AURORA X1 ASSEMBLY Upon completion of the checklist from page 7, it is time to assemble the Aurora X1 LED Followspot! FOR MEDIUM THROW AND LONG THROW CONFIGURATIONS 5.1 Medium And Long Throw Configuration: Tripod Step 1: Tripod Place the tripod in the location the followspot is to be positioned.

  • Page 9: Medium And Long Throw Configuration: Mounting The Yoke

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.2 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the Yoke Step 2: Mounting the Yoke Remove the bolts and washers (4) and nut and washer (1) from the plate of the tripod and set them aside. Once completed, place the yoke assembly on top of the tripod plate.

  • Page 10: Medium And Long Throw Configuration: Mounting The Base Body

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.3 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the Base Body Step 3: Base Body Once the yoke is secured to the tripod, with the assistance of another person, mount the base body assembly to the top of the yoke plate. Use the included (4) T handle screws and washers to secure the base body assembly to the yoke via the threaded inserts on the bottom plate of the base body assembly.

  • Page 11: Medium And Long Throw Configuration: Mounting The Gel Changer

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.4 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the Gel Changer Step 4: Mounting the Gel Changer Loosen the 4 hex screws on the front of the base body so that there is about ¼ inch of space between the base of the screw head and the front plate.

  • Page 12: Medium And Long Throw Configuration: Mounting The Led Engine

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.5 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine At the rear of the fixture, using the supplied ratcheting screwdriver along with the TX27, loosen the 4 screws till there is about ¼ inch of space between the head of the screw and the back panel of the base body.
  • Page 13 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.5 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine (Continued) There are panels on both sides of the unit for service access. Utilizing the TX27 security bit remove the side panels of the base body to access the A and B wire harnesses that are attached to the LED driver enclosure on the bottom of the base body assembly.
  • Page 14 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.5 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine (Continued) Holding the LED engine, align the screws with the 4 holes on the LED engine and then resting the engine on the screw threads on the body of the LED engine.
  • Page 15 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.5 Medium and Long Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine (Continued) Plug the two harnesses labeled “A” and “B” them into their appropriate ports on the LED Engine. The polarity of the connectors is not reversible.

  • Page 16: Medium Throw Or Long Throw: Mounting The Lens Tube

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.6 Medium Throw or Long Throw: Mounting the Lens Tube Step 6: Mounting the Lens Tube (Medium Throw or Long Throw) Loosen the hex screws on the front of the gel changer to be ¼ inch from the base of the screw head to the front plate. The long throw lens tube may require assistance from an additional person to help with lifting.
  • Page 17 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.6 Medium Throw or Long Throw: Mounting the Lens Tube Step 6: Mounting the Lens Tube (Medium Throw or Long Throw) (Continued) Using the ratchet screwdriver with a Phillips head bit, remove the bottom access panel via the 4 x 8-32 screws. Once the access panel is removed switch the screwdriver over to the 3/16 inch hex bit with the flexible bit extender.

  • Page 18: Power Off Or On Safety

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.7 Power Off or On Safety Step 7: Power Check the power switch on the back panel of the base body and make sure that it is switched to OFF. Using the provided power cord, plug the Neutrik True One Top Connector into the connector on the back panel of the fixture. Connect the plug of the power cord (either Edison, Twistlock or other) to the source of power (100-240VAC 50/60hz) NOTE: IT IS ALWAYS RECOMMENDED TO TEST THE PROVIDED POWER BEFORE PLUGGING THE POWER CONNECTOR IN TO ENSURE THE VOLTAGE IS CORRECT AT THE RECEPTACLE AND THERE IS NOT ANY MISWIRING.

  • Page 19: For Short Throw Configuration

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products FOR SHORT THROW CONFIGURATION 5.8 Short Throw Configuration: Tripod Step 1: Tripod Place the tripod in the location the followspot is to be positioned. If the tripod was provided with caster wheels, ensure the rubber feet are extended all the way to the floor so the fixture cannot move during set up.

  • Page 20: Short Throw Configuration: Mounting The Yoke

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.9 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Yoke Step 2: Mounting the Yoke Remove the bolts and washers (4) and nut and washer (1) from the plate of the tripod and set them aside. Once completed, place the yoke assembly on top of the tripod plate.

  • Page 21: Short Throw Configuration: Mounting The Base Body

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.10 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Base Body Step 3: Base Body Once the yoke is secured to the tripod, with the assistance of another person, mount the base body assembly to the top of the yoke plate. Use the included (4) T handle screws and washers to secure the base body assembly to the yoke via the threaded inserts on the bottom plate of the base body assembly.

  • Page 22: Short Throw Configuration: Mounting The Lens Tube

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.11 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Lens Tube Step 4: Mounting the Lens Tube Loosen the hex screws on the front of the gel changer to be ¼ inch from the base of the screw head to the front plate. Align the 4 screw holes on the tube with the hex screws.
  • Page 23 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.11 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Lens Tube Step 4: Mounting the Lens Tube (Continued) Utilizing the ratchet screwdriver with a Phillips head bit, remove the bottom access panel via the 4 x 8-32 screws. Once the access panel is removed switch the screwdriver over to the 3/16 inch hex bit with the flexible bit extender.

  • Page 24: Short Throw Configuration: Mounting The Led Engine

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.12 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine Go to the rear of the fixture and loosen the four security screws on the back panel of the base body. Loosen to about ¼ inch of space between the head of the screw and the back panel of the base body.
  • Page 25 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.12 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine (Continued) Remove the side panels of the base body to access the A and B wire harnesses that are attached to the LED driver enclosure on the bottom of the base body assembly.
  • Page 26 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.12 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine (Continued) Holding the LED engine, align the screws with the 4 holes on the LED engine and then resting the engine on the screw threads on the body of the LED engine.
  • Page 27 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.12 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the LED Engine Step 5: Mounting the LED Engine (Continued) Plug the two harnesses labeled “A” and “B” them into their appropriate ports on the LED Engine. The polarity of the connectors is not reversible.

  • Page 28: Short Throw Configuration: Mounting The Gel Changer

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.13 Short Throw Configuration: Mounting the Gel Changer Step 6: Mounting the Gel Changer Loosen the four hex screws on the front of the base body so that there is about ¼ inch space between the base of the screw head and the front plate.

  • Page 29: Power Off Or On Safety

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 5.14 Power Off or On Safety Step 7: Power Check the power switch on the back panel of the base body and make sure that it is switched to OFF. Using the provided power cord, plug the Neutrik True One Top Connector into the connector on the back panel of the fixture. Connect the plug of the power cord (either Edison, Twistlock or other) to the source of power (100-240VAC 50/60hz) NOTE: IT IS ALWAYS RECOMMENDED TO TEST THE PROVIDED POWER BEFORE PLUGGING THE POWER CONNECTOR IN TO ENSURE THE VOLTAGE IS CORRECT AT THE RECEPTACLE AND THERE IS NOT ANY MISWIRING.

  • Page 30: Removing Led Engine (For Replacement Or Service)

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 6. REMOVING LED ENGINE (FOR REPLACEMENT OR SERVICE) Step 1: Power off fixture (A) and unplug power cable (B) from the back of the fixture. *NEVER WORK INSIDE AN OPERATING UNIT WITHOUT IT BEING COOLED AND UNPLUGGED FROM POWER SOURCE.
  • Page 31 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 2: Remove both side panels on the base body using the provided screwdriver and security bit TX15. Step 3: Unplug both “A” and “B” harnesses from the LED engine inside the base body. 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE •...
  • Page 32 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 4: Loosen the four security screws using the provided screwdriver with bit TX25 to back out the screws about ¼ inch, leaving the remainder of the screw installed in the unit. 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE • Suite 600 • Marietta, GA 30060 • 888-252-5912 • techsupport@cantousa.com • cantousa.com V 1.0 1/11/22...
  • Page 33 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 5: Lift up on the LED Engine using the two back handles and remove the engine from its mount screws. Step 6: Locate the plastic clear cap that came with the LED engine when it shipped. Replace the cover over the front lens of the optical engine to protect the front glass while shipping.

  • Page 34: 7: Re-Installing The Led Engine

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 7: RE-INSTALLING THE LED ENGINE Step 1: Remove the clear plastic cap that came with the LED engine when it first shipped (This is the piece over the front lens of the optical engine.) Step 2: Place the LED Engine alignment holes onto the backed out mounting screws.
  • Page 35 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 3: Tighten the four security screws using the provided screwdriver with bit TX25. 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE • Suite 600 • Marietta, GA 30060 • 888-252-5912 • techsupport@cantousa.com • cantousa.com V 1.0 1/11/22...
  • Page 36 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 4: Insert both “A” and “B” harnesses from the LED engine inside the base body. Step 5: Replace both side panels on the base body using the provided screwdriver and security bit TX15. 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE •...
  • Page 37 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 6: Plug the power cable (B) into the back of the base body and turn power switch (A) on to power up the fixture. 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE • Suite 600 • Marietta, GA 30060 • 888-252-5912 • techsupport@cantousa.com • cantousa.com V 1.0 1/11/22...

  • Page 38: 8: Installing A Gobo! (Aka Projection Pattern)

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 8: INSTALLING A GOBO! (AKA PROJECTION PATTERN) Step 1: Power off fixture (A) and remove power cable (B) from the back of the fixture before opening it up, for safety reasons. *NEVER WORK INSIDE AN OPERATING UNIT WITHOUT IT BEING COOLED AND UNPLUGGED FROM POWER SOURCE.
  • Page 39 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 2: Remove the side panels to the base body enclosure. Use the provided screwdriver in combination of the TX15 security bit. Step 3: Reach a hand inside and remove the magnetic retaining ring on the front of the gobo holder below: 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE •...
  • Page 40 Step 4: Take a steel gobo and place it in the gobo holder. Only steel gobos can be used at this time. For glass gobos, please contact Canto USA. Step 5: Place the magnetic retaining ring over the gobo, allowing the magnet to hold the gobo in place. While the gobo is in the “engaged”...

  • Page 41: 9: Restoring Balance: Without Much Force

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 9: RESTORING BALANCE: WITHOUT MUCH FORCE. NOTE: THE IDEAL ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS FOR YOUR APPLICATIONS ARE DETERMINED BY A NUMBER OF FACTORS. WHAT IS STATED BELOW MAY BE RIGHT FOR SOME, BUT WRONG FOR OTHERS. YOU WILL NEED TO EXPERIMENT TO FIND THE BEST WAY TO USE A FOLLOWSPOT.
  • Page 42 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Mechanics to Adjust Balance: Step 1: Power off (A) fixture and unplug power cable (B) before working on or adjusting anything other than operating the fixture. *NEVER WORK INSIDE AN OPERATING UNIT WITHOUT IT BEING COOLED AND UNPLUGGED FROM POWER SOURCE.
  • Page 43 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 2: If the tripod has caster wheels installed, confirm the fixture’s entire weight is on those three feet. To insure the pads are engaged, use the orange thumb wheel to adjust the feet so the wheels are suspended off the ground for this procedure. Step 3: Loosen the silver T handle screws (4) underneath the yoke saddle.
  • Page 44 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 4: With the assistance of another person, using the curved rubber handles at the back of the fixture and either push or pull till the balance desired is achieved. NOTE: DEPENDING ON THE CONFIGURATION, THE T HANDLE SCREWS MAY NEED TO BE REPOSITIONED BY REMOVING THEM AND INSTALLING THEM IN DIFFERENT HOLES.

  • Page 45: 10: Electrical Connections Matrix

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 10: ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MATRIX: *NEVER WORK INSIDE AN OPERATING UNIT WITHOUT IT BEING COOLED AND UNPLUGGED FROM POWER SOURCE. NEVER EVER WORK INSIDE A UNIT THAT IS TURNED ON. LED DRIVER ENCLOSURE: A: Wire Harness A - to LED Engine B: Wire Harness B - to LED Engine C: Wire Harness C - LCD- Future Upgrade...
  • Page 46 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products BASE BODY BACK PANEL: A: Power Input Connector (100-240VAC 50/60hz) B: Fuse 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE • Suite 600 • Marietta, GA 30060 • 888-252-5912 • techsupport@cantousa.com • cantousa.com V 1.0 1/11/22...

  • Page 47: 1: Gel Changer Overview And Operation

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 11: GEL CHANGER OVERVIEW AND OPERATION The Aurora X1 LED followspot gel changer has a total of 7 frames (6+1) with 6 frames being independent from the singular frame. The gel changer is self-canceling. This allows for rolling color changes unless a second or third frame is held during the roll. Here is a quick overview of the controls and what lever does what.

  • Page 48: 12: Control Panel Overview And Operation

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 12: CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW AND OPERATION The control panel is where the fixture beam controls are located. These include douser (intensity), iris (size) and drop in a gobo Please see below the overview of the control panel. A: Electronic Dimmer (Far Left) B: Iris (24 Leaf, 25:1 Aperture Control)

  • Page 49: 13: Replacing The Fuse

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 13: REPLACING THE FUSE Step 1: Turn off power (A) to the LED followspot and unplug the power cable (C) from the back panel of the base body. *NEVER WORK INSIDE AN OPERATING UNIT WITHOUT IT BEING COOLED AND UNPLUGGED FROM POWER SOURCE.

  • Page 50: 14: Focusing The Light

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 14: FOCUSING THE LIGHT Step 1: Loosen the black handle by rotating counterclockwise on the selected lens tube installed on the Aurora X1 LED followspot. Step 2: Using the handle, move the lens assembly in the desired direction to get the proper focus on the beam. Step 3: Tighten the black handle by rotating clockwise on the selected lens tube that is installed on the Aurora X1 LED followspot.

  • Page 51: 15: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 15: CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Lens Tube The Aurora X1 LED followspot system has very little need for regular maintenance or cleaning. However, some venues that use considerable amounts of HAZE/FOG can heavily coat the optics and or the lens assembly bushings. Below are some recommended practices for cleaning the fixture.
  • Page 52 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Cleaning the LED Source Optics The Aurora X1 LED Followspot system does not require regular maintenance or cleaning. However, venues that use a considerable amount of HAZE/FOG can have residue accumulate on the optics as well as the lens assembly bushings. Here are some recommended practices for cleaning your fixture.
  • Page 53 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 2: Remove the side panels of the base body fixture. Step 3: Using the provided optical wipes, wipe down the lens system in the control panel as well as the front optic of the LED engine. Step 4: Once completed, re-install the side panels.

  • Page 54: 16: Changing A Gel Frame

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 16: CHANGING A GEL FRAME Take a few moments to review the process listed below on how to remove the gel frame from the operator’s arms as well as the best procedure for installing new gel or diffusion into the provided gel frames with fixture. The gel frame operator arms (7) are designed to accept the provided gel frames that ship with the unit.
  • Page 55 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 2: Make sure the gel frames are all released and are low in the fixture. TO insure this is the case, press in the release buttons on both the single (A) and 6 frame (B) release buttons. Step 3: Remove the singular gel frame by sliding it out of its mechanical slot.
  • Page 56 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Installing the Gel into a new Color Frame: Step 4: Remove the brass brads (1 inch long) from the gel frame and separate the two pieces. Step 5: Place gel between the two pieces of sheet metal frames. 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE •...
  • Page 57 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 6: Using brass fasteners, put the two halves of the gel frame together using the brass fasteners to join them. Step 7: Spread the brass fasteners apart so that they all look like the below image on the back of the gel frame. NOTE: SOME OPERATORS PREFER TO ADD EITHER A PIECE OF BLACK GAFF TAPE OR BLACK TACK OVER TOP OF THE BRASS FASTENERS AS SHOWN IN THE IMAGE ABOVE.

  • Page 58: 17: Troubleshooting/Operation Guide

    Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products 17: TROUBLESHOOTING/OPERATION GUIDE Symptom: The followspot is not turning on (no light and no fans) when the power switch is on. Step 1: Check the power connection at the back of the fixture. Ensure that the power cable is twisted properly and locked into place. Also ensure the plug is in the outlet properly.
  • Page 59 Followspot Operating Instructions Innovative Lighting Products Step 2: Move the dimmer handle (A) to the desired intensity. The LED driver is being electronically controlled through the dimmer handle, when the handle is at 0%, the LED is no longer powered on. Symptom: Why are the fans increasing in noise the longer the LED is turned on.

  • Page 60: Spare Parts

    NOTE: FOR ALL OTHER ISSUES, PLEASE CONTACT TECHNICAL SERVICES (TECHSUPPORT@CANTOUSA.COM) AT CANTO USA FACTORY. 18. SPARE PARTS All fixture components are available as spare parts. Customers should always use Canto USA X1 original components as spare parts. Failure to use Canto USA X1 parts will void warranty.

  • Page 61: Warranty

    In any case, please report the serial number of the product when making a warranty claim. Canto USA reserves the right to modify this document without prior notice. 1092 West Atlanta Street, SE • Suite 600 • Marietta, GA 30060 • 888-252-5912 • techsupport@cantousa.com • cantousa.com...

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