4.9.2 Control .........................23 4.10 Beam shaping ....................... 24 4.10.1 Range .........................24 4.10.2 Control ........................24 Robert Juliat reserve the right to change or alter any of the items detailed on this page, to increase or improve manufacturing techniques without prior notice.
1 User’s instructions GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Not for residential use. These fixtures must only be serviced by a qualified technician. In addition to the instructions indicated on this page, relevant health and safety requirements of the appropriate EU Directives must be adhered to at all times. This fixture is in compliance with section 17 - Lighting appliance for theatre stages, television, cinema and photograph studios.
2 Presentation 2.1 Functions Description Hanging yoke 11. Identification plate Local display 12. Rear handle Control board 13. Power switch Tilt locking handle 14. Power connectors (IN and OUT) Shutter locking system 15. Thermal breaker Shutters 16. Data connectors (IN and OUT) Focus adjustment 17.
2.2 Identification label Description 1. MOD. : Model 18 15 16 2. VERS. : Version 3. U : Nominal voltage input (V) 4. I : Nominal intensity (A) 5. P : Maximum power input (W) 6. IP : International Protection Rating 7.
2.4 Optional accessories Reference Description IWSX755 Drop-in iris (monoplane) with holder G1000 215x215mm safety grid CAV700A Double slot front cassette for 215x215mm accessories CAV700AJ Double slot front cassette for 245x245mm accessories Front extension cassette for 215x215mm accessories with XLR7 fan RPF960 (recommended for dark colours on 960SX) Front extension cassette for 245x245mm accessories with XLR7 fan...
3 Set-up 3.1 Mechanics 3.1.1 Operating positions 3.1.2 Minimum distance between a flammable material and the lighting unit 0,2 m / 0.7 ft 3.1.3 Instructions for use Minimum : Maximum : 5°C 40°C 40°F 104°F IP20 - Indoor use only 3.1.4 Hanging •...
3.1.5 Safety cable • When hung or flown, the fixture must be secured by an additional hanging accessory (such as a safety bond or cable) of suitable length. • The combined weight of both the fixture and the accessories must be considered when choosing the load-bearing capability of safety cable or bond.
3.2 Electrical information 3.2.1 LED source Never touch or scratch the LED surface. Cf. 6.1.4 LED cleaning procedure if cleaning is necessary. 3.2.2 Power supply Power supply Voltage Frequency Input power Connectors 3 A / 660 W @ 230V Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 TOP 5.8 A / 680 W @ 120V 100 T 264 V 50-60 Hz...
3.3.2 Art-Net / sACN Protocol Input connector Output connector Art-Net (V3 & V4) RJ45 sACN DUAL (SACN + Art-Net) Art-Net sACN Network switch* Lighting desk interface (*) A 1000 base-T switch that supports IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) is necessary if the unit is connected to a network switch to control multiple devices.
3.4 Accessories 3.4.1 Front filter holder Dimensions Cf. 4.8 The filter holder includes perforations designed for stapling to keep the gel in position. 3.4.2 Gobo holder 'A' size gobo Dimensions Cf. 4.6 Position 1 or Position 2 EN - 10 -...
4 Operations 4.1 Light intensity 4.1.1 Range • Dimming 100% 4.1.2 Control Remotely with DMX512-A protocol Locally via Standalone mode DMX512-A HTP mode (Highest Takes Precedence): Light output is the highest value of DMX512 command or local control Focus mode: when standby screen displayed, Push Exit or up arrow for 3 secs →...
4.1.3.3 Master control In order to supervise the operator from the console, master control DMX channel can be used. This channel limits the maximum value of the dimmer shutter. By using this function, it is possible to obtain synchronised fades with several spots or to give intensity limits (minimum and maximum) to the operator .
4.6 Gobo 4.6.1 Range Type Standard gobo - A size Ø100 mm Ø72 mm • Metal Dimensions Maximum • Glass image size Installation Cf. section: 3.4.2 4.6.2 Control "Click": Correctly in place. EN - 20 -...
4.7 Iris 4.7.1 Range 75% Closed 4.7.2 Control EN - 21 -...
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4.8 Colour 4.8.1 Range Location 1. Internal filter holder 2. Front filter cassette (option) Type Frosted or dichroic glass Coloured gel filter (option) 215 mm Dimensions 195 mm 215 mm Installation See 3.4.4 See 3.4.6 EN - 22 -...
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4.9 Beam shaping 4.9.1 Range 4.9.2 Control Locking shutter system Locked Unlocked EN - 23 -...
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4.10 Beam shaping 4.10.1 Range Function Range Gobo Shutters 4.10.2 Control Push the lever (1) to lock and unlock zoom rotation. Lock Unlock EN - 24 -...
5 Controls and parameters 5.1 Local display and controls 5.1.1 Display Function Exit the current menu option and/or go back Press for 3 secs to enter Focus mode Enter the current menu option and/or valid Scroll through menus and/or Increase data value Scroll through menus and/or Decrease data value Scroll through menus and/or Increase data value Scroll through menus and/or Decrease data value...
5.1.2 Menu DATA FACTORY STATUS SETUP BOOT MODE DEFAULT Reset to factory settings. Reboot the fixture. DISPLAY PROTOCOL • DMX • INTENSITY SELFTEST • ARTNET • AUTO OFF • SACN • DUAL • STANDALONE SYSTEM ID DATA SETUP • SERIAL NUMBER •...
5.1.3 Parameters Selection in SETUP/DISPLAY MODE menu → Display Mode Description 000% Always ON Main display (home screen) always ON NODE MASTER SETUP DISPLAY INTENSITY Adjust the intensity of the screen Intensity Intensity : 4 To change value, press buttons : press OK Intensity Auto-Off...
5.2 DMX512 - A remote control 5.2.1 Protocol E1.11 – 2008, USITT DMX512-A 5.2.2 Configuration Set mode through web interface Set mode through RDM protocol Locally, through the local control compatible device 1 - Set DMX address 2 - Set personality mode (see 5.2.4. DMX chart) Data Mode Protocol Press OK...
5.2.3 Parameters 5.2.3.1 DMX Hold T Set through RDM protocol, web interface or local control DMX512-A If data not detected Hold last values Reset DMX values Default value (Standalone value) EN - 29 -...
5.4 Art-Net remote control 5.4.1 Protocol Artistic Licence Art-Net v3 & v4. For more information about Art-Net protocol: http://art-net.org.uk/ 5.4.2 Configuration Set mode through web interface Locally, through the local control (see 5.7 Web interface) Ethernet connection 1 - If necessary, change IP settings 2 - Set Art-Net Universe 3 - Set DMX address 4 - Set personality mode (see 5.2.4.
5.4.3 Local set-up Caution: (*) Activate Art-Net in protocol mode beforehand. step 1 DATA MODE Data Mode step 2 Protocol Press OK Press OK DATA MODE STATUS SETUP FAC PROTOCOL PERSONALITY DMX ADDI Press OK to validate to validate to enter step 2 step 1 DATA MODE...
5.5 sACN remote control 5.5.1 Protocol ANSI E1.31 – 2009 sACN (Streaming-ACN) 5.5.2 Configuration Locally, through the local control Set mode through web interface (see 5.7 Web interface) Ethernet connection 1 - If necessary, change IP settings 2 - Set sACN universe 3 - Set DMX address 4 - Set personality mode (see 5.2.4.
5.5.3 Local set-up Caution: (*) Activate sACN in protocol mode beforehand. step 1 DATA MODE Data Mode step 2 Protocol press OK press OK DATA MODE STATUS SETUP FAC PROTOCOL PERSONALITY DMX ADDI Press OK to validate to validate to enter step 2 step 1 DATA MODE...
5.6 Dual remote control 5.6.1 Protocol Dual Mode: Available only on an Ethernet network It allows to send a DMX 512 signal through a Sacn data stream and at the same time to use an Artnet/ArtRdm data stream to control, set and monitor the equipment via RDM. This mode can be set by Web interface or the local control screen.
5.6.3 Local set-up Caution: (*) Activate sACN in protocol mode beforehand. step 1 DATA MODE Data Mode step 2 Protocol press OK press OK DATA MODE STATUS SETUP FAC PROTOCOL PERSONALITY DMX ADDI Press OK to validate to validate to enter step 2 step 1 DATA MODE...
5.7 Web interface 5.7.1 Control Ethernet connection The fixture must be connected to a compatible network or directly to a computer using an ethernet cable. 5.7.2 Default IP address By defaut : DHCP = OFF Address = 2.XXX.XXX.XXX Mask = 255.0.0.0 T If IP address unknown (due to a previous modification), a hard reset must be done (see 6.6 Factory defaults).
5.8 Fan cooling modes 5.8.1 Range Modes Silent Normal Full < 40.5 dB(A) < 43.4 dB(A) < 45.8 dB(A) Cooling → → 100% Brightness 5.8.2 Control DMX512-A Remotely by DMX512-A Locally selection in → Mode 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 SETUP/COOLING 5.9 Gel Fan mode GEL FAN menu:...
6 Service 6.1 Preventive maintenance 6.1.1 Frequency General maintenance should be performed at least once a year or more frequently if the equipment is operated in adverse conditions (smoke, heat, humidity, touring, etc.). 6.1.2 General cleaning Remove dust from the unit. Front glasses can be cleaned with solutions containing alcohol.
6.1.6 Inner fans & LED glass protection cleaning Only use solutions containing alcohol to clean inner parts. Inner fans & LED access Caution: DISCONNECT the fan wire before removing the LED housing cover. Caution: DO NOT REMOVE the screws on the lower part of the LED housing.
6.3 Electronic thermal management system In case of overheating, light intensity will be reduced by the system. Power reduction and temperature values are available by using a RDM protocol compatible device. 6.4 Firmware update 1. Firmware available on www.robertjuliat.com/profilespots/CHARLES_960SX 2. Download and unzip the file There are 4 files contained in the folder: - Firmware (.upd2 format) - Firmware History...
6.6 Selftest Select SELFTEST in the main menu : There are 9 tests available that will be performed by the fixture. STATUS At the end of each test, a PASS/FAIL message will be displayed. SELFTEST Press OK SELFTEST SYSTEM ID LIGHT SOUP to start SELFTEST...
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DMX Test DMX IN DMX data is required to complete this test. DMX IN fail or NO DMX DMX OUT Plug DMX OUT then press OK DMX OUT DMX OUT fail or NO DMX Signal Leds Test LEDS green LEDS blue LEDS Test Report...
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