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ETC Irideon AR250 Instruction Manual

ETC Irideon AR250 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 instructions manual...
  • Page 2 English Index 1. Packaging Page. 4 2. Transportation 3. Important safety information 4. Opening up the projector 5. Lamp: installation and replacement 6. Operating voltage and frequency 7. Installation 7.1 Installing the unit in weather-protected areas 7.2 Installing the unit in exposed areas 7.3 Warning 8.
  • Page 3 English Congratulations on having purchased an ETC product. You have assured yourself of a fixture of the highest quality, both in compo- nentry and in the technology used. 1. Packaging Following the instructions and procedures outlined in this manual will ensure the maximum efficiency of this product for years to come.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    English 3. Important safety information Fire prevention: 1. AR 250 utilizes a Philips MSD 250W/2 lamp or equivalent; the use of any other lamp is not recommended and will null and void the fixture’ s warranty. 2. Never locate the fixture on any flammable surface. 3.
  • Page 5 English 4. Opening the projector Many of the operations described later in this manual can only be performed with the projector housing opened. Attention! Turn off the power prior to opening up the unit. The fixture’ s internal temperature may reach 250°C (482ºF) after 5 minutes, with a maximum peak of 350°C (662ºF).Ensure the lamp is cold prior to attempting removal.

  • Page 6: Lamp: Installation And Replacement

    English 5. Lamp: installation and replacement The AR 250 utilizes a Philips MSD 250W/2 or Philips MSD 250W lamp or equivalent. The lamp is available from your authorised ETC sales agent: MSD 250/2 power 250 w luminous flux 18.000 lm color temperature 8.500°...

  • Page 7: Operating Voltage And Frequency

    English 6) Insert the lamp into the lampholder (E). The lamp used is manufactured from quartz glass and should be handled with care. Always adhere to the instructions supplied in the lamp’ s packaging. Do not touch the glass directly, use the cloth provided with the lamp.The GY 9,5 lampholder is asymme- trical in construction, with one pin larger than the other.

  • Page 8: Installation

    English 7. Installation Due to its high protection rating AR 250 may be installed in a variety of locations, both indoors and in areas exposed to the ele- ments. 7.1 Installing the unit in weather protected areas. AR 250 may be situated in any mounting position when operated in sheltered areas. In order to allow it to be installed in a variety of locations, the AR 250 is provided with 5 mounting holes (A) of 13mm (0.51”) on its base;...

  • Page 9: Mains Connection

    English 8. Mains connection cabling The mains cable provided is thermally resistant, complying to the most recent international standards. In case of cable replacement, similar cable with comparable thermal resistant qualities must be used exclusively (cable 3x1.5 ø external 10mm (.04”), rated 300/500V, tested to 2KV, operating temperature -40°C (-40ºF) +180°C (356ºF)) mains connection AR 250 can operate at voltages from 100V-115V-208V-230V-240V at 50 or 60Hz (operating voltage and frequency can be selec- ted as described in section 6 and 18 of this manual).

  • Page 10: Signal Connection

    English 9. Signal connection AR 250 may operate in 3 different modes: 9.1 Automated operation 9.2 Using DMX 512 signal 9.3 Synchronising AR 250 without DMX 512 signal. Follow the instructions below which relate to your particular application: 9.1 Automated operation “solo” AR 250 may operate in stand alone mode in the absence of control signal, using pre-programmed color changing sequence which can be activated by the multi-function panel on the unit.
  • Page 11 English 9.3 Synchronising AR 250 without DMX 512 signal. Multiple AR 250 units may be interconnected in the absence of DMX 512 signal, operating simply via the programs within the AR 250. All AR 250s thus connected will operate simultaneously with one unit acting as MASTER and all subsequent units as SLAVES. Determine which of the AR 250’...
  • Page 12 After the display has shown the software version, the projector will perform a reset. When completed, the display will flash to indi- cate the absence of DMX 512 control signal. messages other than A001 On powering up, the AR 250 may display values other than A001, the ETC default setting. The display may show: DMX 512 operation...

  • Page 13: Dmx Addressing

    English 11. DMX addressing Each AR 250 utilizes 6 channels of DMX 512 signal for complete control. To ensure that each unit accesses the correct signal, it is necessary to correctly address each fixture. Any number between 1 and 506 can be generated via the multifunction panel of the unit AR 250.

  • Page 14: Operating Mode (Mode)

    The display panel of the AR 250 is used to display and set function information and alter various parameters. Altering the ETC factory settings may vary the functioning of the projector, causing it to not respond to external DMX 512 signal.
  • Page 15 English 12.2. Functions (FUNC) The projector allows the altering of several functions and select personalized settings. Settings available via the “FUNC” menu are able to be altered at any time regardless of the operating mode “MODE” selected. AOO1 menu MODE S T R D FUNC L A M P...
  • Page 16 English 12.3. Parameters and testing (MEAS) The internal microprocessor of the AR 250 allows for several diagnostic and output parameters to be displayed. TEST function may record, in this menu, information regarding settings to be adopted when starting up without dmx signal. AOO1 menu + o–...

  • Page 17: Rapid Scrolling

    English 12.4. Quick guide to menu navigation For your convenience, the following is a guide to navigating the menu system of the projector. AOO1 A007 A007 enter menu F U N C MEAS MODE AOO1 L A M P T E M P enter enter enter...
  • Page 18 English 13. Setting the unit to function automatically “solo” AR 250 may operate automatically, carrying out pre-recorded color changes. No cables should be connected to the data input sockets, as described in section 9.1 “automated operation “solo”. MODE 1) Press the menu button, the display will show 2) Press the enter button, the display will show (for dmx function).
  • Page 19 English 14. DMX 512 functions AR 250 may be controlled using the DMX 512 control protocol. Connection should be as described in section ”9.2 Operation via DMX 512”. If you have correctly followed all the steps described up to this point, your DMX5 512 controller will allow you complete control of all the functions of the AR 250 as described in the following table.
  • Page 20 English 15. Operating multiple AR 250’ s in synchronized mode without DMX 512 Multiple AR 250 fixtures can operate in the absence of control signal by executing internally stored, pre-recorded programs Projectors correctly connected together may operate in synchronised mode, the AR 250 receiving signal being denominated as “slave”...

  • Page 21: Mechanical Adjustments

    English 16. Resetting the electronic counter The electronic counter should be reset to zero hours every time the lamp is changed in order to provide accurate information about lamp life 1) Turn off the projector. 2) Power up the AR 250 while holding both the + and – buttons simultaneously. function display A00 I menu enter...
  • Page 22 English 17.2 Altering beam angles by inserting lenses. Several optional and interchangeable lenses may be used to vary the beam characteristics for particular applications. All lenses are rotatable through 360° - Beam shape: circular Diffusion lens 1/2 peak angle: 9,5° 1/10 peak angle: 20°...
  • Page 23 English Prior to changing lenses, it is advisable to either turn off the unit or to dim the lamp. Warning: Direct UV light exposure to the output of the unit is not recommended. 1) Loosen the 6 screws (A) using an appropriate screwdriver. 2) Rotate and remove the fixing ring.

  • Page 24: Altering The Operating Voltage And Frequency

    English 18. Altering the operating voltage and frequency (Reserved for technical staff only) If the factory preset operating voltage and frequency do not correspond to those in use in your country of operation, you may alter the settings as described in the following paragraphs. Incorrect selection of operating voltage and frequency will seriously compromise the functioning of the pro- jector.
  • Page 25 English 18.2 Selecting the frequency of the power supply of the AR 250 1) Locate the power supply on the right of the base. 2) Select from either 50 or 60Hz by moving cables #10 and #11 to the required position. To ensure you have selected the correct tap, refer to the sticker located on the power supply.
  • Page 26 English 19. Opening the front of the projector (reserved for technical staff) Several maintenance operations may require the front housing of the unit to be removed. Warning: Remove mains power prior to opening up the unit. The internal temperature of the unit may reach 250°C (482ºF) after 5 minutes, with a peak of 350°C (662ºF). Ensure that the lamp is cool prior to removing.

  • Page 27: Thermal Protection

    English 20. Thermal protection A thermal sensor in the body of the AR 250 protects the fixture against over heating. The sensor operates by removing power to the lamp should the operating temperature exceed the factory preset. This may be due to several factors, including the lack of circulation around the unit, high ambient temperature, or the malfunction of an on-board fan.

  • Page 28: Electronic Motor Alignment

    English 23. Electronic motor alignment Attention This section is reserved for technicians and persons with technical experience only. The display panel on the rear of the AR 250 allows for the electronic alignment of the projector’ s motors. This procedure is perfor- med the factory.

  • Page 29: Error Messages

    EPER EEPROM Error The EEPROM is either defective or absent; refer to your ETC service center for a replacement component. DTER DATA Error The EEPROM is either defective or absent; refer to your ETC service center for a replacement component.
  • Page 30 Americas 3030 Laura Lane, P.O. Box 620979, Middleton, Wisconsin 53562-0979 USA Tel: +608 831 4116 +800 688 4116 Fax: +608 836 1736 +800 555 8912 Europe Unit 5, Victoria Industrial Estate, Victoria Road, London W3 6UU, UK Tel: +44 (0)20 8896 1000 Fax: +44 (0)20 8896 2000 Asia Room 605-606, Tower III Enterprise Square, 9 Sheung Yuet Road, Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel: +852 2799 1220 Fax: +852 2799 9325 Web: www.etcconnect.com...

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