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FA N C O N T R O L A N D L O W N O I S E O P E R AT I O N
The Elation Proteus Lucius is a high-performance fixture suited for multiple applications. For
noise critical environments such as Theater, Opera, or Orchestral Halls, it offers various fan
operation modes which remove unwanted noise distractions for the audience and performers.
Fan Modes can be changed remotely via the DMX control channel, allowing the fixture to offer
high output or whisper-silent operation at a moment's notice. All Fan Modes smoothly transition
over a brief period, preventing unwanted attraction to the fixture.
Mode
Fan Control - Auto (Default)
Fan Control - High
Fan Control - Low
Low Noise – Studio
Low Noise – Mute/Silent
Auto (Default) – Fans only run at the speeds needed to keep the LED engine within a safe
temperature range, and ensures optimal performance of the fixture. They will turn off if
possible; for example, when the fixture is dimmed to a low intensity. Fans sense the ambient
and fixture temperature and will, at all times, try to keep noise levels at a minimum. The fixture
output will only be reduced when the LED engine cannot be cooled to its safe operating range
due to a high ambient temperature.
NOTE: This mode is recommended for daily operation.
Silent – Fan speeds are reduced throughout the fixture for a lower noise profile. The fixture
output is also reduced to approximately 80%. This mode should be sufficient for most uses
where lower noise is required.
High – Fan speeds are increased throughout the fixture for the most efficient cooling. This
mode will increase wear on the fans and should only be utilized in exceptional circumstances.
Fans will always run, even if the fixture is dimmed. Fixture output is kept at 100% unless the
LED engine temperature reaches an unsafe temperature, at which point the fixture will reduce
power carefully to ensure continued safe operation. This mode is only required in very high
ambient temperatures when automatic fan speed adjustments are not desired.
Low Noise Modes
For very critical noise environments, the fixture offers two additional Low Noise Modes for
silent operation. The fixture output will be reduced, yet due to the extremely high luminous
flux, the fixture still offers outstanding performance. In Low Noise Modes, all parameters of
the fixture operate more quietly with reduced fan speeds.
Mute – All but one fixture fan is turned off for whisper-quiet operation. The fixture LED power
output is reduced to 25%.
dbA at 1m LED off
39
40
37
34
31
17
dbA at 1m Dimmer 100%
47
55
42
37
31
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