Installation ................................... 8 Set Up and Operation ............................... 8 Control Modes ................................8 One Carlow 120 (Auto Run Mode, Built-in programs and Static Color Mode) ..........8 Multiple Carlows 120 (Master/Slave control) ......................8 Multiple Carlows 120 (DMX Control) ........................9 Fixture Linking ................................10...
Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing. Your shipment includes: Artecta Carlow 120 1x Schuko to 3-pins (IP-66 ) Power cable 1,5m ...
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Never attempt to bypass the thermostatic switch or fuses. • The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Carlow 120. The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device.
Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, crash, etc. You endanger your own safety and the safety of others ! The Carlow 120 has to be mounted on a flat surface. Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.
Carlow 120 Return Procedure Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued. Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number (RMA number). Products returned without an RMA number will be refused. Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility.
Carlow 120 Description of the device Features The Artecta Carlow 120 is an outdoor spot with many possibilities to achieve a very nice lighting effect. Input voltage: 100-240V, 50/60Hz Power consumption: 89W DMX channels: 5, 7 or 9 channels ...
Carlow 120 Backside Fig. 02 03) 4-digit LED display + control buttons 04) Special 3-pin power cable IN IP-65 05) Special 3-pin DMX signal cable IN IP-65 06) Special 3-pin power cable OUT IP-65 07) Special 3-pin DMX signal cable OUT IP-65...
02) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket. 03) When the Carlow 120 is not connected with a DMX cable, it functions as a stand-alone device. Please see pages 13 and 14 for more information about Auto Run Mode, the Built-in programs and Static Color Mode.
Carlow 120 Multiple Carlows 120 (DMX Control) 01) Fasten the effect light to a flat surface. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation. 02) Use a 3-pin XLR cable to connect the Carlows and other devices.
Carlow 120 Fixture Linking You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller or to run synchronized shows of two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support.
Note: You cannot plug a standard DMX cable directly into the connector. Be sure to use the special cables for DMX connection (42708) and extension cables (42707). The Carlow 120 can be operated with a controller in DMX mode or without the controller in stand-alone mode.
Carlow 120 Menu Overview Main Menu Options Auto run Built-in programs Master-Slave DMX address / DMX configuration Static Color Mode Ordercode: A0720061...
Carlow 120 Auto Run Mode With this menu you can start the Auto Run program of the Carlow 120. 01) Press the MODE button until the display shows 02) The Carlow 120 will start immediately the Auto Run program. Built-in Programs With this menu you can set the built-in programs.
You can combine Red, Green, Blue, White and Amber to create an infinite range of colors (0-255). Reset factory settings Hold at the same time the MODE and SETUP button for a few seconds. The Carlow 120 will reset to the factory settings. The fixture will start up in the Auto Run mode.
Carlow 120 DMX Channels 5 channels Channel 1 – Red Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment Red from 0-100% Channel 2 – Green Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment Green from 0-100% Channel 3 – Blue Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment Blue from 0-100% Channel 4 –...
Carlow 120 9 channels Channel 1 – Master Dimmer intensity 0-255 Gradual adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100% Channel 2 – Red Dimmer intensity ( CH1 must be set between 001-255 0-255 Gradual adjustment Red from 0-100% Channel 3 – Green Dimmer intensity ( CH1 must be set between 001-255...
03) If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again. 04) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the Carlow 120, as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void.
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Check if power is switched on and One or more cables are plugged in fixtures do not function at all Internal fuse blown • Return the Carlow 120 to your Artecta dealer Fixtures reset The controller is not connected. • Connect controller. correctly, but all 3-pin XLR Out of the controller •...
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