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  • Page 1 & PROTEUS BEAM PROTEUS BEAM WMG user manual...
  • Page 2 +31 45 546 85 66 | +31 45 546 85 96 fax | www.elationlighting.eu info@elationlighting.eu Elation Professional Mexico | AV Santa Ana 30 | Parque Industrial Lerma, Lerma, Mexico 52000 +52 (728) 282-7070 | ventas@adj.com D O C U M E N T V E R S I O N Due to additional product features and/or enhancements, an updated version of this document may be available online.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    C O N T E N T S General Information Limited Warranty (USA Only) IP65 Notice Safety Guidelines Discharge Lamp Warning Overview Lamp Installation Gobo Installation Rotating Gobo Specifications Custom Gobo Design Guidelines Installation System Menu E-FLY Wireless DMX Set Up DMX Traits: Channel Functions And Values Error Codes Maintenance...

  • Page 4: General Information

    IP65 Rated 5pin DMX Cable IP65 Rated RJ45 Cable (Fixture to Fixture Interconnect Use Only!) IP65 Power Cable CUSTOMER SUPPORT Contact ELATION Service for any product related service and support needs. Also visit forums.elationlighting.com with questions, comments, or suggestions. ELATION SERVICE USA - Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm PST 323-582-3322 | Fax 323-832-9142 | support@elationlighting.com...

  • Page 5: Limited Warranty (Usa Only)

    If the requested repairs or service (including parts replacement) are within the terms of this warranty, Elation Professional will pay return shipping charges only to a designated point within the United States. If any product is sent, it must be shipped in its original package and packaging material. No accessories should be shipped with the product.

  • Page 6: Ip65 Notice

    I P 6 5 R AT E D The International Protection (IP) rating system is commonly expressed as “IP” (Ingress Protection) followed by two numbers (i.e. IP65), where the numbers define the degree of protection. The first digit (Foreign Bodies Protection) indicates the extent of protection against particles entering the fixture, and the second digit (Water Protection) indicates the extent of protection against water entering the fixture.

  • Page 7: Safety Guidelines

    This fixture is a sophisticated piece of electronic equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is important to follow all instructions and guidelines in this manual. Elation Professional is not responsible for injury and/or damages resulting from the misuse of this fixture due to the disregard of the information printed in this manual.
  • Page 8 S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S DO NOT TOUCH the fixture housing during operation. Turn OFF the power and allow approximately 60 minutes for the fixture to cool down before serving. DO NOT shake fixture, avoid brute force when installing and/or operating fixture.

  • Page 9: Discharge Lamp Warning

    D I S C H A R G E L A M P W A R N I N G This fixture is fitted with a DISCHARGE LAMP, which is highly susceptible to damage if improperly handled. NEVER touch the lamp with your bare hands, as the oil from your hands will shorten the life of the lamp.

  • Page 10: Overview

    O V E R V I E W 1. Lens 2. E-FLY Wireless DMX Indicator LED 3. LCD Menu Control Display 4. MODE/ESC Button 5. LEFT Button 6. DOWN Button 7. ENTER Button 8. RIGHT Button 9. UP Button Locking Power Connector Fuse RJ45 Ethernet IN Gore Valve...

  • Page 11: Lamp Installation

    L A M P I N S TA L L AT I O N L A M P R E P L A C E M E N T Please note that due to the nature of the Philips™ Platinum 14R Lamp and the optical path of the fixture, the lamp MUST BE replaced at 1,500 hours.
  • Page 12 L A M P I N S T A L L A T I O N WARNING! LAMP REPLACEMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BE A TRAINED TECHNICIAN. 1. Turn OFF power and allow approximately 60 minutes for the fixture to cool down. TILT Lock PAN Lock 2.
  • Page 13 L A M P I N S T A L L A T I O N 4. Unclip the rear cover safety cable. 5. Remove (4x) 3mm hex-head screws holding the center heatsink module. 6. Unclip the center heatsink module safety cable. 7.
  • Page 14 L A M P I N S T A L L A T I O N 8. Unclip the lamp retaining clip by disconnecting it from the bottom and top hooks. 9. Swing the lamp retaining clip out, then carefully remove the lamp. WARNING! LAMP MAY BE HOT.
  • Page 15 L A M P I N S T A L L A T I O N 10. Carefully install the new lamp then follow the removal instruction steps in reverse order. NOTE: Brush away any debris using a nonabrasive brush before replacing the heatsink.
  • Page 16 HEATSINK MODULE USING A NONABRASIVE BRUSH BEFORE INSTALLING! CAREFULLY INSPECT GASKETS FOR SIGNS OF WEAR SUCH AS CRACKING OR HARDENING, DEFORMITIES, OR ALIGNMENT ISSUES BEFORE INSTALLING! ITEMS ABOVE CAN IMPEDE THE IP65 INTEGRITY AND/OR CAUSE INTERNAL DAMAGE. CONTACT ELATION SERVICE REGARDING GASKET REPLACEMENT IF NEEDED.
  • Page 17 * lbf-in = Pound Force Inches | kgf-cm = Kilogram Force Centimeters CAUTION! DO NOT OVER TORQUE SCREWS AS THIS CAN CAUSE LEAKAGE ISSUES! TO CONFIRM THE IP65 INTEGRITY AFTER A LAMP REPLACEMENT, TEST FIXTURE USING THE ELATION IP TESTER. CONTACT ELATION SERVICE FOR MORE DETAILS.

  • Page 18: Gobo Installation

    G O B O I N S T A L L A T I O N WARNING! GOBO REPLACEMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BE A TRAINED TECHNICIAN. 1. Turn OFF power and allow approximately 60 minutes for the fixture to cool down. TILT Lock PAN Lock 2.
  • Page 19 G O B O I N S T A L L A T I O N 4. Unclip the panel safety cable on one side of the head. 5. Unclip the panel safety cable on the opposite side of the head.
  • Page 20 G O B O I N S T A L L A T I O N 6. Cut the plastic cable-ties holding wires and disconnect connectors attached to the effect module.
  • Page 21 G O B O I N S T A L L A T I O N 7. Remove (2x) #2 Philips screws securing effect module. 8. Carefully remove effect module from fixture. 9. Place effect module on firm clean surface and locate GOBO to replace. Carefully lift the GOBO Holder up and out from the GOBO wheel using small needle nose plyers.
  • Page 22 G O B O I N S T A L L A T I O N 11. Carefully remove retaining spring. CAUTION! DO NOT SCRATCH GOBO OR GOBO HOLDER! 12. Carefully separate the GOBO disc from the GOBO Holder. 13. Carefully replace the GOBO and GOBO Holder following the instruction steps in reverse order. NOTE: Brush away any debris using a nonabrasive brush before installing the effect module.
  • Page 23 CENTER PANELS USING A NONABRASIVE BRUSH BEFORE INSTALLING! CAREFULLY INSPECT GASKETS FOR SIGNS OF WEAR SUCH AS CRACKING OR HARDENING, DEFORMITIES, OR ALIGNMENT ISSUES BEFORE INSTALLING! ITEMS ABOVE CAN IMPEDE THE IP65 INTEGRITY AND/OR CAUSE INTERNAL DAMAGE. CONTACT ELATION SERVICE REGARDING GASKET REPLACEMENT IF NEEDED.
  • Page 24 * lbf-in = Pound Force Inches | kgf-cm = Kilogram Force Centimeters CAUTION! DO NOT OVER TORQUE SCREWS AS THIS CAN CAUSE LEAKAGE ISSUES! TO CONFIRM THE IP65 INTEGRITY AFTER A GOBO REPLACEMENT, TEST FIXTURE USING THE ELATION IP TESTER. CONTACT ELATION SERVICE FOR MORE DETAILS.

  • Page 25: Rotating Gobo Specifications

    Extended testing of custom gobo designs is highly recommended prior to using. PLEASE CONTACT ELATION CUSTOMER SUPPORT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. O.D. ф13.8mm (Max.

  • Page 26: Custom Gobo Design Guidelines

    Extremely Intricate / Solid Area custom gobo designs are NOT RECOMMENDED due to the extreme high temperature optical system which can reach up to 842 F (450 ° ° Custom gobo designs as illustrated below can burn during extended use periods. PLEASE CONTACT ELATION CUSTOMER SUPPORT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
  • Page 27 I N S T A L L A T I O N F L A M M A B L E M A T E R I A L W A R N I N G Keep fixture at least 5.0 feet (1.5m) away from any flammable materials, decorations, pyrotechnics, etc.

  • Page 28: Installation

    INSTALLATION: TRUSS CLAMP The fixture can be attached to a metal truss/structure using. When mounting this fixture to truss be sure to secure (2) appropriately rated clamps (not included) to the (2) Omega Brackets (included) Be sure to attach the Safety Cable (included) to the fixture using the safety cable rigging point integrated into the bottom of the fixture.
  • Page 29 INSTALLATION: OVERHEAD RIGGING Overhead rigging requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating working load limits, installation material being used, and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture. If you lack these qualifications, do not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.
  • Page 30 INSTALLATION: CONNECTIONS ENSURE ALL CONNECTIONS AND END CAPS ARE PROPERLY SEALED WITH A DIELECTRIC GREASE (AVAILABLE AT MOST ELECTRICAL SUPPLIERS) TO PREVENT WATER CORROSION AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT. TO MAINTAIN IP65 RATING INTEGRITY AND PREVENT WATER FROM ENTERING THE FIXTURE, ALL UNUSED CONNECTION RUBBER CAPS MUST BE SEALED.
  • Page 31 LEDs. This issue is not specific only to ELATION lighting fixtures, it is a common issue with lighting fixtures from all manufacturers. Although there is no true way to fully prevent this issue from happening, the guidelines below can prevent any potential damage from occurring if followed.
  • Page 32 S Y S T E M M E N U The fixture includes an easy to navigate system menu control panel display where all necessary setting adjustments are made. (See image below) During normal operation, pressing MODE/ESC button once will access the fixture’s main menu. Once in the main menu you can navigate through the different functions and access the sub-menus with the UP, DOWN, RIGHT, and LEFT buttons.

  • Page 33: System Menu

    SYSTEM MENU - Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.3.1 Features are subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MAIN MENU SUB MENU OPTIONS / VALUES DESCRIPTION (Default Settings in BOLD) Set Dmx Address...
  • Page 34 SYSTEM MENU - Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.3.1 Features are subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MAIN OPTIONS / VALUES (Default Settings in SUB MENU DESCRIPTION MENU...
  • Page 35 SYSTEM MENU CHANGE WITH SOFTWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.4.0 See highlighted menu items below which have been updated with this software update. SYSTEM MENU - Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.0 Features are subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MAIN MENU SUB MENU OPTIONS / VALUES...
  • Page 36 SYSTEM MENU CHANGE WITH SOFTWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.4.0 See highlighted menu items below which have been updated with this software update. SYSTEM MENU - Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.0 Features are subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MAIN MENU SUB MENU OPTIONS / VALUES...
  • Page 37 SYSTEM MENU CHANGE WITH SOFTWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.4.1 See highlighted menu items below which have been updated with this software update. SYSTEM MENU - Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.1 Features are subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MAIN MENU SUB MENU OPTIONS / VALUES...
  • Page 38 SYSTEM MENU CHANGE WITH SOFTWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.4.1 See highlighted menu items below which have been updated with this software update. SYSTEM MENU - Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.1 Features are subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MAIN MENU SUB MENU OPTIONS / VALUES...
  • Page 39 PERSONALITY - Status Settings - Address Via DMX When ON, define the desired DMX address via an external controller. NOTE: This process assumes the fixture DMX address is set to 001. If fixture DMX address is not at 001, you must adjust the channel numbers accordingly in order for this feature to work.
  • Page 40 Make sure to know what E-FLY wireless channels are being used in the area where the fixture is being installed. ELATION E-FLY WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER only has 0-14 wireless channels, NO CH 15. 4. Set fixture DMX address in the Set Dmx Address sub menu of the FUNCTION main system menu.
  • Page 41 WIRELESS E-FLY INSTALLATION LOCATION GUIDELINES Wireless DMX signal can penetrate walls, glass, metal, and most objects. However, there are many factors that can affect and/or interrupt the wireless DMX signal, one of which is people. Therefore, it is highly recommended to position the wireless antenna a minimum of 9.8 ft. (3m) above audiences and/or above ground level.

  • Page 42: E-Fly Wireless Dmx Set Up

    DMX TRAITS: CHANNEL FUNCTIONS AND VALUES DMX Channel Values / Functions (28 DMX Channels) Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.3.1 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION...

  • Page 43: Dmx Traits: Channel Functions And Values

    Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.3.1 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION BASIC STAND EXTEND ROTATING GOBOS, CONTINUOUS ROTATION [GOBO WHEEL 1] 0-21 OPEN 22-31...
  • Page 44 Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.3.1 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION BASIC STAND EXTEND ROTATING PRISM, PRISM / GOBO MACROS 0-31 OPEN 32-63...
  • Page 45 Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.3.1 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION BASIC STAND EXTEND SHUTTER, STROBE 0-31 Shutter CLOSED 32-63...
  • Page 46 DMX TRAIT CHANGE WITH SOFTWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.4.0 See highlighted DMX Channels below which have been updated with this software update. DMX Channel Values / Functions (30 DMX Channels) Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.0 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings.
  • Page 47 Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.0 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION BASIC STAND EXTEND ROTATING GOBOS, CONTINUOUS ROTATION [GOBO WHEEL 1] 0-21 OPEN 22-31...
  • Page 48 Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.0 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION BASIC STAND EXTEND STATIC / FIXED GOBOS [GOBO WHEEL 2] OPEN 8-14 Static / Fixed Gobo 1...
  • Page 49 Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.0 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION BASIC STAND EXTEND ROTATING PRISM, PRISM / GOBO MACROS 0-31 OPEN 32-63...
  • Page 50 Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.0 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION BASIC STAND EXTEND SHUTTER, STROBE 0-31 Shutter CLOSED 32-63...
  • Page 51 Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.4.0 Features subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION BASIC STAND EXTEND PAN / TILT MOVEMENT SPEED 0-225 MAX to MIN Speed 226-235...
  • Page 52 E R R O R C O D E S When power is applied, the unit will automatically enter a “Reset/Test” mode. This mode brings all the internal motors to a home position. If there is an internal problem with one or more of the motors an error code will flash in the display in the form of “XXer”...

  • Page 53: Error Codes

    E R R O R C O D E S Error Codes are subject to change without any prior written notice. ERROR CODE DESCRIPTION The PAN movement is not located in the default position after the reset. This message will appear after a fixture reset if the magnetic-indexing circuit PAN Er malfunctions (sensor failed or magnet is missing) or there is a motor failure (defective motor or a defective motor IC drive on the main PCB).
  • Page 54 E R R O R C O D E S Specifications and features are subject to change without any prior written notice. ERROR CODE DESCRIPTION The Rotating Gobo rotation movement is not located in the default position after the reset. This message will appear after a fixture reset if the gobo wheel’s Rotating Gobo magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions (sensor failed or magnet is missing) or Rotation Er...
  • Page 55 E R R O R C O D E S Error Codes are subject to change without any prior written notice. ERROR CODE DESCRIPTION 3U_FanFault1 Error information from JB1 port on 3U01 PCB. 4U_FanFault2 Error information from JB2 port on 4U01 PCB. 5U_FanFault1 Error information from JB1 port on 5U01 PCB.
  • Page 56 Regular inspections are recommended to insure proper function and extended life. There are no user serviceable parts inside this fixture, please refer all other service issues to an authorized Elation service technician. Should you need any spare parts, please order genuine parts from your local Elation dealer.

  • Page 57: Maintenance

    Full Color 180° Reversible LCD Menu Display 8 / 16 Bit Resolution Adjustable Movement DMX, RDM, Art-NET, and sACN Protocol Support Elation E-Fly™ Internal Wireless DMX Transceiver IP65 5pin DMX In/Out IP65 RJ45 Ethernet In/Out IP65 Locking Power Cable In...

  • Page 58: Specifications

    C O L O R S A N D G O B O S...
  • Page 59 D I M E N S I O N A L D R A W I N G S Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 60 O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S ORDER CODE ITEM TRIGGER CLAMP Heavy Duty Wrap Around Hook Style Clamp ELF001 E-FLY™ Wireless DMX Transceiver DRCPROBEAM1 Single Road Case for PROTEUS BEAM DRCPROBEAM Dual Road Case for PROTEUS BEAM IP TESTER...

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