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Elation PROTEUS BRUTUS FS User Manual

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  • Page 1 P R O T E U S B R U T U S F S user manual...
  • Page 2 Elation Professional B.V. | Junostraat 2 | 6468 EW Kerkrade, The Netherlands +31 45 546 85 66 | www.elationlighting.eu | info@elationlighting.eu Elation Professional Mexico | AV Santa Ana 30 | Parque Industrial Lerma, Lerma, Mexico 52000 +52 (728) 282-7070 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 IP66 Rated Limited Warranty (USA Only) Safety Guidelines Maintenance Guidelines Overview Colors and Gobos Gobo Installation Camera Installation Torque Settings for Screws IP Test Parameters Fan Modes and Low Noise Operation Installation Guidelines Sun Protection Mode | Hibernation Mode System Menu...

  • Page 4: General Information

    (2x) Omega Brackets (1x) IP65 Rated Locking 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 | support@elationlighting.com...

  • Page 5: Ip66 Rated

    I P 6 6 R AT E D The International Protection (IP) rating system is commonly expressed as “IP” (Ingress Protection) followed by two numbers (i.e. IP66), 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 6: Limited Warranty (Usa Only)

    It is the owner’s responsibility to establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable evidence, at the time service is sought. B. For warranty service, send the product only to the Elation Professional factory. All shipping charges must be pre-paid. 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.

  • 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 117.7 lbs. (53.4 kg) RISK GROUP 3 - RISK OF EXPOSURE TO ULTRAVIOLET UV RADIATION! FIXTURE EMITS HIGH INTENSITY WAVELENGTH OF ULTRAVIOLET UV LIGHT FROM THE UV COLOR FILTER. WEAR PROPER SKIN...

  • Page 9: Maintenance Guidelines

    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 an authorized Elation dealer.

  • Page 10: Overview

    O V E R V I E W Le n s Ca me ra Up B utto n LCD D i s play B a c k B utto n Enter B utto n N FC Acc ess Po int Up B u tto n Pa n Lo c k Tilt Lo c k...

  • Page 11: Colors And Gobos

    C O L O R S A N D G O B O S COLOR FLAGS CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW C.T.O. INTERCHANGEABLE-ROTATING GOBO WHEEL Pos. 1 Pos. 2 Pos. 3 Pos. 4 Pos. 5 Pos. 6 Pos. 7...
  • Page 12 C O L O R S A N D G O B O S : C U S T O M G O B O S ROTATING WHEEL GOBOS Gobo O.D. (Max. Outer Diameter ⌀30mm Gobo O.D. (Max. Image Diameter ⌀19mm Gobo Thickness .5mm...

  • Page 13: Gobo Installation

    G O B O I N S TA L L AT I O N REPLACING A ROTATING GOBO Place the Elation Proteus Brutus FS fixture on a firm flat surface. Locate the (10x) screws on the side of the moving head and remove them. With the panel set aside, locate the Gobo Module Assembly and remove the (4x) screws that secure it to the internal housing frame.
  • Page 14 C A M E R A C O M PATA B I L I T Y A N D I N S TA L L AT I O N The fixture’s camera chassis is engineered to support an array of camera models used across various follow spot tracking systems.
  • Page 15 C A M E R A C O M PATA B I L I T Y A N D I N S TA L L AT I O N 1. Remove (4x) screws and remove camera 2. Remove (10x) screws indicated in the cover as indicated in the diagram below.

  • Page 16: Camera Installation

    C A M E R A C O M PATA B I L I T Y A N D I N S TA L L AT I O N 5. Attach the camera base using the 6. Attach the camera to the top of the original camera cover screws to secure it.

  • Page 17: Torque Settings For Screws

    CAUTION! DO NOT OVER TORQUE SCREWS THIS CAUSE LEAKAGE ISSUES! TO CONFIRM THE IP66 INTEGRITY AFTER A LAMP REPLACEMENT, TEST FIXTURE USING THE ELATION IP TESTER. CONTACT ELATION SERVICE Head Cover FOR MORE DETAILS. (14±1.4 kgf.cm) Arm Cover (6±0.6 kgf.cm)

  • Page 18: Ip Test Parameters

    Following any repair or maintenance procedure that requires disassembly of the fixture, use Elation’s IP Tester to confirm the IP integrity of the fixture. Please contact Elation Service for information regarding the Elation IP Tester, or visit the product information page online at: https://www.

  • Page 19: Fan Modes And Low Noise Operation

    FAN MODES AND LOW NOISE OPERATION The Proteus brutus FS 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.

  • Page 20: Installation Guidelines

    INSTALLATION GUIDELINES FLAMMABLE MATERIAL WARNING Keep fixture minimum 19.5 feet (6.0m) away from flammable materials and/or pyrotechnics. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS A qualified electrician should be used for all electrical connections and/or installations. USE CAUTION WHEN POWER LINKING OTHER MODEL FIXTURES AS THE POWER CONSUMPTION OF OTHER MODEL FIXTURES MAY EXCEED THE MAX POWER OUTPUT ON THIS FIXTURE.
  • Page 21 I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E L I N E S OMEGA BRACKETS WITH CLAMP INSTALLATION Insert the Omega Brackets into the matching holes on the bottom of the fixture. Secure the Omega Brackets to the fixture by turning each quick-lock fastener ¼...

  • Page 22: Clamp Installation

    I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E L I N E S CLAMP INSTALLATION Insert (2x) minimum grade 8.8 steel M12x25mm bolts (not included) through the respective mounting hole of the clamp (not included), and then thread it into the matching 12M holes on the bottom of the fixture base.
  • Page 23 I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E L I N E S RIGGING Overhead rigging requires extensive experience, including among others calculating working load limits, installation material being used, and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture.
  • Page 24 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ART-NET | sACN CONNECTION When connecting fixture to a network switch to control multiple devices, a Gigabit Ethernet Switch that supports IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) is required. Using a Gigabit Ethernet Switch that does not support IGMP can cause erratic behavior of all connected devices to the switch.

  • Page 25: Battery Replacement

    2. Remove old battery and replace (inside “-”, and outside “+”). NOTE: Replace the battery only with an Li-ion battery (IRC14500/700mAh), which can be ordered from the Elation Parts Website https://parts.elationlighting.com. Replace and tighten screw cap for the battery compartment.
  • Page 26 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 27 S U N P R O T E C T I O N M O D E The fixture incorporates an automatic protection from harmful sunlight, which can damage a fixture’s internal components from extended exposure. Fixtures use an internal sensor to determine their physical orientation, then reorient the fixture towards the ground to prevent sunlight from entering the lens.

  • Page 28: System Menu

    NOTE: The unit comes with a battery so that the menu options can be changed or setup without the need to plug the unit into power. AN ELATION E-LOADER III CAN BE USED TO UPDATE THE FIXTURE TO THE LATEST SOFTWARE. TO ORDER THIS DEVICE, PLEASE CONTACT ELATION SUPPORT FOR FURTHER DETAILS.
  • Page 29 S YS T E M M E N U MAIN MENU OPTIONS / VALUES (Default Settings in BOLD) DMX Address 001 - 512 Standard DMX Mode Extended Hold Last Fade to Black No DMX Status Sun Protection Hibernation Off, 1-99M (Default = 15 Min) Select Signal DMX / Art-Net / sACN /DMX &...

  • Page 30: Dimmer Curve

    S YS T E M M E N U MAIN MENU OPTIONS / VALUES (Default Settings in BOLD) Pan Invert Off/On Tilt Invert Off/On Pan Tilt Speed Smooth/Fast Movement Pan Tilt Brake Smooth/Fast Pan Tilt Feedback Off/On FollowSpot Mode Off/On Color CMY Speed Smooth/Fast...
  • Page 31 S YS T E M M E N U PERSONALITY - Service Settings - Password (050) NOTE: The Service Password MUST be entered in order to access the following menus: Clear Err. Info. PERSONALITY - Display Setting - Key Lock When ON, Control Panel buttons lock automatically after exiting main menu for 15 seconds.
  • Page 32 D I M M E R M O D E...
  • Page 33 G O B O W H E E L A N D B E A M M O D E S The Proteus Brutus FS features a 5-position gobo wheel, which comes pre-equipped with four distinct beam shapes and one breakup pattern. These beam shapes offer versatility in modifying the beam’s oval projection, for instance, preventing a circular pattern from forming at the...

  • Page 34: Dmx Traits: Channel Functions & Values

    D M X T R A I T S : C H A N N E L F U N C T I O N S & VA L U E S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL FADE DEFAULT VALUE FUNCTION...
  • Page 35 D M X T R A I T S : C H A N N E L F U N C T I O N S & VA L U E S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL FADE DEFAULT VALUE FUNCTION...
  • Page 36 D M X T R A I T S : C H A N N E L F U N C T I O N S & VA L U E S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL FADE DEFAULT VALUE FUNCTION...
  • Page 37 D M X T R A I T S : C H A N N E L F U N C T I O N S & VA L U E S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL FADE DEFAULT VALUE FUNCTION...
  • Page 38 D M X T R A I T S : C H A N N E L F U N C T I O N S & VA L U E S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL FADE DEFAULT VALUE FUNCTION...
  • Page 39 D M X T R A I T S : C H A N N E L F U N C T I O N S & VA L U E S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL FADE DEFAULT VALUE FUNCTION...

  • Page 40: Remote Device Management (Rdm)

    R E M O T E D E V I C E M A N A G E M E N T ( R D M ) NOTE: In order for RDM to work properly, RDM enabled equipment must be used throughout the entire system, including DMX data splitters and wireless systems.

  • Page 41: Error Codes

    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 42: Software Updates

    ELATION SERVICE EUROPE - Monday - Friday 08:30 to 17:00 CET +31 45 546 85 63 | support@elationlighting.eu The Elation Ethernet Updater is an EXE file, which only works on a PC System. Once you’ve received the Elation Ethernet Updater RAR file from Elation Service via email, download and extract the EXE file.
  • Page 43 Once you have installed Elation Ethernet Updater, it will launch automatically (unless you unchecked the “Launch Elation Ethernet Updater”), or you can open it anytime by clicking on the icon.
  • Page 44 Once opened, it will automatically identify your local IP. Click “Scan fixture” and create a connection. The fixture identity will appear in the Update List on the left side of browser. A connection will fail to establish if the fixture IP and Local IP are not in the same network segment. Click “File Browse”...
  • Page 45 Click Update, then wait for the download Progress to reach 100% before closing Updater. The Elation Ethernet Updater can update up to 31 fixtures via connection to a PC.
  • Page 46 S P E C I F I C AT I O N S SOURCE CAMERA CONNECTIONS 1200W 7,100K±400K Bright White LED Engine NDI: IP66 RJ45 Ethernet Input, POE++ Camera 30,000 Hour Average LED Life* Output HD-SDI: IP66 BNC *LED Life may vary depending on several factors including but not limited to: AUX Control: IP66 4pin XLR Environmental Conditions, Power/Voltage, Usage Patterns...
  • Page 47 D I M E N S I O N S *Drawings not to scale. Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without notice. 2.0in. [50.8mm] 18.4in. [467.7mm] Ø32.2in. [Ø817.8mm] 34.2in. [868.6mm] 2.0in.
  • Page 48 D I M E N S I O N S *Drawings not to scale. Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without notice. 27.6in. [700.0mm] 26.1in. [664.0mm] 25.7in. [653.1mm] 17.3in. [440.0mm] 23.4in.
  • Page 49 O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S ORDER CODE (US | EU) ITEM PRB234 | Eu 1237000283 Proteus Brutus FS TRIGGER CLAMP Heavy Duty Wrap Around Hook Style Clamp SIP126 5 ft.

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