ETC High End Systems SolaPix 7 User Manual
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- Page 1 High End Systems SolaPix 7 Automated Luminaire User Manual Version 2.0.2 Part Number: 2594M1200-2.0.2 Rev: A Released: 2023-05...
- 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.
- Page 3 Table of Contents Introduction Document Conventions Help from Technical Services Safety Considerations General Operation and Use Guidelines Fixture Overview Modular Control Specifications Environment Power Electrical Input and Power Factor Connector Specifications Install the Fixture DMX Control DMX Connector Pinout Connect DMX Cables to Fixture Terminate DMX Set the DMX Start Address DMX Channels...
- Page 4 Set the DMX Start Address 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 Compliance SolaPix 7 User Manual...
- Page 5 SolaPix 7 fixture. For your safety, read this entire manual prior to installing, operating, or servicing the fixture. ETC recommends that you update your fixture with the latest version of software before you use the fixture. Software is available for free download from the ETC website: etcconnect.com/Products/Automated-Fixtures.
- Page 6 Help from Technical Services If you have questions that are not answered by this document, try the ETC support website at support.etcconnect.com or the High End Systems product website at etcconnect.com/Products/Automated-Fixtures. If none of these resources are sufficient, contact ETC Technical Services directly at one of the offices identified below. Emergency service is available from all offices outside of normal business hours.
- Page 7 • This fixture is intended for professional use only. Not for residential use. Read the entire manual before using this equipment. • Contact your authorized ETC dealer or Technical Services before performing any service in order to maintain warranty coverage.
- Page 8 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. Symbols used on the product label are defined below: The luminaire must be installed at least 1.0 m (3 ft Le luminaire doit être installé...
- Page 9 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 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 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/SolaPix/Documentation.
- Page 12 Power WARNING: Connect the fixture to a non-dimmable power source in order to avoid damage to the fixture's internal power supply and other electrical components. Using a dimmable power source can damage the fixture and will void the warranty. Electrical •...
- Page 13 Install the Fixture Overhead rigging must be performed by qualified personnel. Follow all local and national codes and recommended practices. WARNING: • The installation location must support a minimum point load of 10 times the weight of the fixture. • The installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment.
- Page 14 1. Assemble the clamp (provided by others) to the bracket that was provided with the fixture and secure together using appropriately sized hardware (not provided). 2. Align the assembled bracket and quick-lock fasteners into the respective holes on the bottom of the fixture upper enclosure. 3.
- Page 15 DMX Thru (used when daisy-chaining to additional fixtures on the DMX control bus). 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...
- Page 16 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/SolaPix/Documentation. SolaPix 7 User Manual...
- Page 17 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 18 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 19 Configure the Fixture You can configure SolaPix 7 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 Esc.
- Page 20 Set Fixture Parameters Navigate the User This section provides instructions to configure and set up the SolaPix 7. See Interface on page 15 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 21 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 Mode • Compound Select how the Flex module is implemented: • Independent •...
- Page 22 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 Mode • Compound Select how the Pixel module is implemented: • Independent •...
- Page 23 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. •...
- Page 24 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 25 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.
- Page 26 Set Menu Set the Status Options Navigate: Main Menu → Set → Status Parameter Value Description No DMX Mode • Close Shutter Control mode when DMX is absent. The default value is Hold. • Hold • Auto Program Pan Reverse • ON Reverse the pan movement of the fixture.
- Page 27 Access Service Settings Navigate: Main Menu → Set → Service Setting Parameter Value Description Service PIN Service PIN XXX You must enter the Service PIN in order to access the other Service Setting parameters. The default Service PIN is 050. RDM UID Manufacturer ID This password-protected menu item lets you modify and a randomly...
- Page 28 Set the Fans Mode Navigate: Main Menu → Set → Fans Mode Setting Select the fan mode for the fixture: • Standard • Studio (reduces fan noise, but decreases fixture output by ~20%) Note: Fan Speed DMX control overrides the Fans Mode setting in the fixture user interface when the DMX control is set to Standard or Studio.
- Page 29 For assistance, contact ETC Technical Services. See Help from Technical Services on page 2 Navigate: Main Menu → Set → USB Update Fixture software updates are available on the ETC website at etcconnect.com/Products/Automated-Fixtures. 1. Save the software update file to a USB drive.
- Page 30 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 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 • Moving parts must not show any signs of wear and must move smoothly without issue. • The power supply cables must not show any damage, material fatigue, or sediment. • If spare parts are required, order only genuine parts from ETC or your authorized ETC dealer.
- Page 33 Compliance For current and complete compliance information, view the product datasheet at etcconnect.com/Products/Automated-Fixtures. For complete product documentation, including compliance documentation, visit etcconnect.com/products. FCC Compliance SolaPix 7 (For any FCC matters): Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc. 3031 Pleasant View Road Middleton, WI 53562 +1 (608) 831-4116 etcconnect.com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
- Page 34 New York, NY | Orlando, FL | Los Angeles, CA | Austin, TX | © 2023 Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc. etcconnect.com | Support support.etcconnect.com | Contact etcconnect.com/contactETC Trademark and patent info: etcconnect.com/ip | Third-party license agreement info: etcconnect.com/licenses Product information and specifications subject to change. ETC intends this document to be provided in its entirety. 2594M1200-2.0.2 Rev A Released 2023-05...
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