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FX PROJECTOR
USER MANUAL
vrs. 1.1 - 29.09.2023

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  • Page 1 FX PROJECTOR USER MANUAL vrs. 1.1 - 29.09.2023...
  • Page 2 Coemar ®. If you are downloading files from our web pages for your personal use, make sure to check for updated versions. Coemar ® cannot take any liability whatsoever for downloaded files, as technical data are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Index 1. Packaging and transportation.....................Pag. 5 1.1. Packaging..........................Pag. 5 1.2. Transportation........................Pag. 5 2. General information........................Pag. 5 2.1 Safety informations.........................Pag. 5 2.2 Warranty conditions.......................Pag. 6 2.3 EC Norms ........................Pag. 6 3. Product specifications ...................... Pag. 7 3.1 Technical characteristics......................Pag. 7 3.2 Dimensions..........................Pag. 7 3.3 Unit’s main components......................Pag.
  • Page 4 9. Setup via RDM ........................... Pag. 28 9.1 Quick guide to menu ......................Pag. 28 9.2 RDM Chart ........................... Pag. 28 9.3 RDM Error Chart ........................Pag. 29 10. Display panel functions ......................Pag. 30 10.1 Quick guide to menu ......................Pag. 30 10.2 Rapid count ........................

  • Page 5: Packaging And Transportation

    Packing list Ensure the packaging contains: 1 FX PROJECTOR 1 Instruction manual Transportation The FX PROJECTOR should be transported in either its original packaging or in an appropriate flight case. . General information Safety informations Fire prevention: 1. Never locate the fixture on any flammable surface.

  • Page 6: Warranty Conditions

    3. The level of technology of FX PROJECTOR requires the use of specialised personnel for all service applications; refer all work to your authorised Coemar service centre. 4. A good earth connection is essential for the proper functioning of the projector.

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    Product specifications Technical characteristics Power supply 90-230 V, auto-sensing, 50/60 Hz Max power consumption 160 W Color temperature Daylight Weight (without optic) 6 Kg - 13.2 lbs Ambient Operating Temperature From 0°C to +40°C (from 32°F to 104°F) IP rating Dimensions 224 mm 8.82 in...

  • Page 8: Unit's Main Components

    Unit’s main components Components description A Adjustable yoke Yoke adjusting screws Vent valve Lens (interchangeable) Lens knob...

  • Page 9: Back Panel Description

    Back panel description Display Menu button Plus button Minus button Enter button DMX IN DMX OUT Power IN...

  • Page 10: Installation

    . Installation Mechanical installation FX PROJECTOR may be hung from an appropriate structure in any position or on tripod. If hang- ing the fixture from a lighting truss or similar, we recommend the use of an appropriate clamp “A”, as shown in the following diagram.

  • Page 11: Safety Chain

    Safety chain When hanging it is recommended to use a safety chain, as required by current legislation. The safety chain must pass through the handles of the unit and then attached to the structure. If using steel cables and chains not ’s production, make sure they are suitable to support the weight of the unit according to normative UL/ETL (required: the weight of 6 complete devices for at least one hour).

  • Page 12: Adjusting Unit's Tilt

    Adjusting unit’s tilt 1. In order to adjust the tilt of the unit simply loose the side screw “B” on the both side of the yoke by using an allen key of 2.5, adjust the tilt and lock the yoke by tightening the screw again.

  • Page 13: How To Change The Animation Wheels (B Size Gobo)

    3. Once opened the FX PROJECTOR you can see the gobo holder “E” in which you can mount your Animation Wheels and a gobo. 4.5 How to change the Animation Wheels (B size Gobo) Once opened the FX PROJECTOR take your gobos and proceed with the insertion. To do so push the trigger “F”, this will create the space to insert the Animation Wheel 1 (the gobo closer...
  • Page 14 It is possible to insert a third fixed gobo, to do so use the small spring “H” to lock it once the gobo is placed.

  • Page 15: 4.6 Focus

    4.6 Focus Once the gobos are installed proceed with the focusing, at your will, of the light beam. To do so, unscrew the knob “I” to unleash the lens and turn it counterclockwise or clockwise to adjust the focus. N.B. When you are going to screw the knob “I” make sure to match it with the grooves “J”. Once the focus is decided tighten the knob.

  • Page 16: 4.7 How To Change The Lenses

    4.7 How to change the lenses It is possible to change the lenses between 19°, 26°, 36° and 50°. To change them proceed with unscrewing completely the knob “I” and turn counterclockwise the lens “K” until it will comes off. Choose one of the lens and put it on by turning it clockwise, now fix it with by tightening the knob.

  • Page 17: 4.8 How To Add The Side Fixing Bracket

    “Side Fixing Bracket” accessory, part number BC078A004, please follow the directions below. 1. Unscrew the screws “L” on the both sides of the FX Projector in order to pull away the two metal plates, now it will be possible to remove the yoke.
  • Page 18 2. Pull away the metal plate and the nut “M” on the both sides. Now take the “Side Fixing Bracket” accessory, part number BC078A004, and put the metal plate and the nut on the bracket “N” on the both sides. 3.
  • Page 19 4. Place now the yoke and fix it by putting back the two metal plate and the screws “P” 5. The FX Projector is now ready to be used in vertical orientation.

  • Page 20: Powering Up

    -40°C + 180°C, Coemar cod. CV5311). Connection to mains power FX PROJECTOR is equipped with two power connectors, one as input and one as output, which can be used to feed up to 8 (at 230 V) or 4 (at 115 V) fixtures.
  • Page 21 The use of a thermal/magnetic circuit breaker is recommended. Strict adherence to regu- • latory norms is strongly recommended. FX PROJECTOR should not be powered through a dimmer as this may damage the inter- • nal switching power supply. Prior to connecting the device to mains power, ensure that the mains characteristics are •...

  • Page 22: Control Signal Connections

    The digital control signal is transmitted to the projector via a two pole cable screened in according to the International standards for DMX 512 data transmission. The connection must be serial, using connectors XLR5 male and female located on the back of FX PROJECTOR labelled DMX512 IN e OUT.

  • Page 23: Turning The Projector On

    1 to channel 8 of your DMX 512 controller. Accordingly a second unit should be addressed as A009, a third one as A017 and so on. The operation must be carried out on every FX PROJECTOR which has an address different from A001.
  • Page 24 Warning!! If you alter the DMX address with no DMX signal connected, the digits on the display panel will continue to flash even after you have pressed ENTER button to confirm the address.

  • Page 25: Dmx Chart

    8. DMX chart DMX modes channels ↓ channels channels Master Dimmer Master Dimmer Spare Channel Animation Wheels Rotation Speed Dimmer Fine Speed Animation Wheel 1 Strobe Speed Animation Wheel 2 Special Function Animation Wheels Rotation Speed Speed Animation Wheel 1 Speed Animation Wheel 2...

  • Page 26: Dmx Chart 8 Channels

    DMX Chart 8 channels type of channel function effect decimal percentage control master dimmer proportional adjust luminous output intensity from 0 to 100% - 255 0% - 100% spare channel step no effect - 255 0% - 100% dimmer fine proportional fine dimmer control 16 bit - 255 0% - 100%...

  • Page 27: Dmx Chart 4 Channels

    DMX Chart 4 channels type of channel function effect decimal percentage control master dimmer proportional adjust luminous output intensity from 0 to 100% - 255 0% - 100% gobo rotation proportional adjust proportionally the speed of both gobos - 255 0% - 100% speed control the animation wheel 1 speed...

  • Page 28: Setup Via Rdm

    Setup via RDM Quick guide to menu The FX PROJECTOR required RDM (Remote Device Management) to set up fixtures. Using an RDM compliant DMX controller, you can communicate with all the fixtures on a data link without needing to connect to each fixture individually. RDM lets you set the DMX addresses of all the fixtures on the link, carry out fixture configuration and retrieve fixture data including details of any error that has been logged.

  • Page 29: Rdm Error Chart

    RDM Error Chart ERROR DESCRIPTION SOLUTION MEMORY Memory Reading Error Perform A “Factory Reset” HW MEMORY Memory Hardware Error Contact Coemar DMX ADDR DMX Addressing Error The Personality Dimension Exceeds 512 Channels NTC ERROR Temperature Sensor Check Wiring NTC Led Disconnected...

  • Page 30: Display Panel Functions

    ENTER button to access to any other function. By suitably using all the functions of FX PROJECTOR, which can be activated through its display panel, it is possible to change some of the parameters and to add some functions. Changing the preset settings made by Coemar can vary the functions of the projector so that it will respond differently to the controller;...

  • Page 31: Main Functions Menu

    10.3 Main functions menu By pressing the “MENU” button you can enter the FX PROJECTOR’s main menu. N.B. Instead of use the “+”, “-” or “ENTER” buttons it is possible to use the INTENSITY / SELECTOR knob by rotating it. Rotate the INTENSITY / SELECTOR knob in clockwise sense to replicate the “+”...

  • Page 32: Settings

    10.4 Settings DIMMING CURVE: dimming curve exponential It allows the selection of exponential different dimmer curves: halogen exponential (default), halogen, standard, linear and standard logarithmic. linear logarithmic SMOOTH: smooth fast Allows to change the speed Fast of every dimming curve slow between FAST (standard), SLOW, VERY SLOW.
  • Page 33 LED OUTPUT: led output auto Manually sets the fan mode. auto AUTO: Fan with automatic studio operating speed to guarantee maximum light output in all SILENT conditions of use, ideal for live events, exhibitions and architectural installations. STUDIO: Fan at automatic operation speed with limited speed to guarantee silent operation of the product...
  • Page 34 PERSONALITIES: PERSONALITIES 8 CH It is possible to choose 8 CH between 8, or 4 modalities, 4 CH in which the projector will operate. LOSS SIGNAL: loss signal MAINTAIN It is possible to choose maintain between “maintain” (this BLACKOUT function allows to keep the settings even in case of LOSS SIGNAL) and “blackout”...

  • Page 35: Display

    10.5 Display REVERSE: reverse It allows to turn by 180° the reading of the display. When you chose “ON” wait the turn of the display without clicking. AUTO LOCK: AUTO LOCK Locks the keys. OFF: Auto Lock function in HOLD HOLD: Press any key for 3 seconds to unlock.
  • Page 36 BRIGHTNESS DISPLAY: brightness display Allows to change the brightness of the display (from 0 to 10). BRIGHTNESS KEY: brightness key Allows to change the brightness of the key (from 0 to 10).

  • Page 37: Measures

    10.6 Measures TEMPERATURES: TEMPERATURES Shows the current ° F MIN NOW MAX temperature values of the LED: -°C -°C -°C fixture. BOARD: -°C -°C -°C LED: shows the LED module temperature. BOARD: shows the electronic board temperature. TEMPERATURES HISTORIES: TEMP histories Shows the history °...
  • Page 38 LED STATUS: led status Shows the percentage value of the LED status. led protection LED PROTECTION: Percentage of the maximum power in order to keep the projector in temperature. PSU VOLTAGE: psu voltage Shows the power supply voltage. LIFETIME: lifetime Shows the hour counter of LED: the fixture.

  • Page 39: Wi-Fi Menu (Optional)

    . Wi-Fi Menu (OPTIONAL) 11.1 Wi-Fi WIFI ENABLE: WIFI ENABLE It allows enable all the Wi-Fi functions WIFI UNLINK: WIFI unlink sure? This function is used to disconnect the projector from the transmitter.

  • Page 40: Special Function And Error Messages

    12.2 Error messages If a malfunction occurs, FX PROJECTOR has a self-diagnostic system that will show the error message on the display. The following table will explain in detail the most common errors. If, despite of suggested intervention, the problem persists, call the Coemar Service Center.

  • Page 41: Accessories And Spare Parts

    Boreal Effect gobos Kit FX Projector BC078A012 All the components of FX PROJECTOR are available as spare parts from your Coemar dealer or Service. Accurate description of the fixture, model number and type will assist us in providing for your requirements in an efficient and effective manner.

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    . Maintenance 14.1 Firmware update The firmware of FX PROJECTOR can be updates through the RDM protocol (ANSI E1.20). Contact Coemar assistance to receive the software and the device updater (AC10011A000). 14.2 Periodic cleaning Lenses Even a thin layer of dust can reduce the luminous output and alter the consistency of the beam.

  • Page 43: And Answers

    • Check DMX address of the unit. Help from Coemar Technical Services If you are having difficulties and your problem is not addressed by this document, contact Coemar Technical Services directly at one of this email address: info@coemar.com / service@coemar.com...
  • Page 44 User notes ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
  • Page 45 Information on disposal of the equipment The equipment at the end of its useful life must be disposed of at an appropriate recycling center for waste electrical and electronic equipment. The treatment and disposal of environmentally friendly, helps prevent potential negative environmental and health and promote the reuse and / or recycling of materials making up the equipment.
  • Page 46 Coemar Lighting s.r.l. Via Carpenedolo 90 46043 Castiglione delle Stiviere, Mantova, Italy phone. +39 0376/1514412 - fax +39 0376/1514380 info@coemar.com Coemar reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice...

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