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  • Page 1 PARAGON M user manual...
  • Page 2 Elation Professional B.V. | Junostraat 2 | 6468 EW Kerkrade, The Netherlands +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...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    C O N T E N T S General Information Limited Warranty (USA Only) IP54 Rated Safety Guidelines Overview Torque Settings for Screws Installation Guidelines Accessory Installation Custom Gobos Gobo Replacement Gobo, Color, and Effects Sun Protection Mode | Hibernation Mode Near Field Communication (NFC) Remote Device Management (RDM) Frequency &...

  • Page 4: Box Contents

    • IP65 Rated Locking Power Cable • Safety Cable • Foam Inlay 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: 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 6: Ip54 Rated

    I P 5 4 R AT E D The International Protection (IP) rating system is commonly expressed as “IP” (Ingress Protection) followed by two numbers (i.e. IP54), 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

    S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S This fixture is a sophisticated piece of electronic equipment. To guarantee 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 shake fixture, and avoid using brute force when installing and/or operating the fixture. • DO NOT operate the fixture if the power cord is frayed, crimped, damaged, and/or if any of the power cord connectors are damaged and do not plug into the fixture securely with ease.

  • Page 9: Overview

    O V E R V I E W Lens Display Assembly Screen Button Mark Tilt Lock Back Down Enter Button Button Button Lock Power Omega Power RJ45 RJ45 Bracket Mounting Omega Holes Bracket Mounting Holes ALWAYS ATTACH AN APPROPRIATELY Safety Cable Attachment RATED SAFETY CABLE WHENEVER Point...

  • Page 10: Torque Settings For Screws

    T O R Q U E S E T T I N G S F O R S C R E W S IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN THE IP54 RATING ON THE LIGHTING FIXTURES, ALL SCREWS MUST BE TIGHTENED TO THE FOLLOWING TORQUE SPECIFICATION USING A TORQUE DRIVER.

  • Page 11: Installation Guidelines

    I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E L I N E S FLAMMABLE MATERIAL WARNING Keep fixture minimum 9.8 feet (3m) away from flammable materials and/or pyrotechnics. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS A qualified electrician should be used for all electrical connections and/or installations.
  • Page 12 I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E L I N E S OMEGA BRACKET INSTALLATION To suspend this unit from an elevated truss, begin by using an appropriately rated bolt and nut to secure a mounting clamp to an Omega bracket.

  • Page 13: Fixture Installation

    I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E L I N E S FIXTURE INSTALLATION This fixture is fully operational in three different mounting positions: hanging upside-down, mounted sideways on trussing, or set on a flat level surface. Always use and install the supplied safety cable as a safety measure to prevent accidental damage and/or injury in the event the clamp fails.
  • Page 14 I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E L I N E S ARTNET / sACN CONNECTIONS When connecting the fixture to a network switch to control multiple devices, it is important to use a Gigabit Ethernet Switch that supports IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol). Using a Gigabit Ethernet Switch that does not support IGMP can cause all devices connected to the switch to behave erratically.
  • Page 15 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 16: Accessory Installation

    A C C E S S O RY I N S TA L L AT I O N LENS KITS 1. Remove the four (4) lens frame fasteners. Detach the lens frame safety cable, then remove the lens frame assembly from the head of the fixture. Lens Frame Screws (x4) 2.

  • Page 17: Custom Gobos

    Extended testing of custom gobo designs is highly recommended prior to use. Contact ELATION SERVICE for further information. ELATION SERVICE USA -Monday -Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm PST 323-582-3322 | support@elationlighting.com...

  • Page 18: Gobo Replacement

    G O B O R E P L A C E M E N T 1. Remove the ten (10) screws on each side of the head cover, then remove the cover (left). Locate the four (4) fasteners securing the gobo module in place (center), then disconnect the electrical connector for the module.
  • Page 19 G O B O R E P L A C E M E N T 3. Place the gobo holder on a flat, stable surface with the geared wheel facing downwards. Use a pick to press the tab that releases the gobo spring, then remove both the spring and the gobo from the holder.

  • Page 20: Rotating Gobos

    G O B O S , C O L O R S , A N D E F F E C T S ROTATING GOBOS COLORS Blue Green Multi Color Color Smoothing ANIMATION WHEEL PRISMS 4 Facet 4 Facet Round Linear...

  • Page 21: Sun Protection Mode | Hibernation Mode

    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 22: Near Field Communication (Nfc)

    N E A R F I E L D C O M M U N I C AT I O N ( N F C ) Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless technology, operating at 13.56 MHz, that enables secure data exchange between devices within a proximity of 6-inches. With NFC, one can use an Android or iOS device to configure an NFC compatible fixture.

  • Page 23: 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 24: Frequency & Wireless Location Guidelines

    F R E Q U E N C Y & W I R E L E S S L O C AT I O N G U I D E L I N E S 2GHZ Versus Sub-Gig (GHz) Frequencies: Sub-GHz frequencies provide superior reliability and range compared to higher frequencies, making them perfect for consistent communication across vast distances or in difficult conditions.

  • Page 25: System Menu

    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 26 S YS T E M M E N U MAIN MENU OPTIONS / VALUES (Default Settings in BOLD) DMX Address 001 - 512 Standard Extended DMX Mode Spot Standard Spot Extended Hold Last Fade to Black No DMX Status Sun Protection Hibernation Off, 1min - 99 min (default = 15min) Art-Net...
  • Page 27 S Y S T E M M E N U MAIN MENU OPTIONS / VALUES (Default Settings in BOLD) Pan Invert Off / On Tilt Invert Off / On Movement Pan Tilt Speed Smooth / Fast Pan Tilt Brake Smooth / Fast Pan Tilt Feedback Off / On Auto...

  • Page 28: Control Input

    S YS T E M M E N U DISPLAY SHORTCUTS FUNCTION CONTROL INPUT Activate battery mode With unit powered off, press and hold ENTER for 3 s. With unit powered on, press and hold ENTER for 10s while Unlock display screen displays countdown to unlock.

  • Page 29: Fan Control

    Studio – This mode reduces the fixture output to approximately 50%. Almost all fans inside the Paragon M are turned off, and only run when necessary to keep the fixture at 50% LED power. Mute – Running the fixture in MUTE mode reduces the fixture to about 25% output, and most...

  • Page 30: Dimmer Modes | Dimmer Curves

    D I M M E R M O D E S 100% Time (ms) 0 Sec Rise Time Down Time 0 sec Fade Time 1 sec Fade Time Dimming Curve Ramp Effect Rise Time (ms) Down Time (ms) Rise Time (ms) Down Time (ms) Standard (default) Stage 1100...

  • Page 31: Movement And Color Settings

    M O V E M E N T A N D C O L O R S E T T I N G S The fixture offers a variety of settings to influence its movement parameters and optimize its color performance. Settings Menu, Pan Tilt Speed: This controls the overall reaction of the fixture to changes in Pan and Tilt positions.

  • Page 32: Dmx Traits

    D M X T R A I T S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL SNAP DEFAULT FUNCTION VALUE STANDARD EXTENDED VALUES 0-255 Left → Right Pan Fine 0-255 Fine position Tilt 0-255 Forward → Backward Tilt Fine 0-255 Fine position Cyan 0-255...
  • Page 33 D M X T R A I T S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL SNAP DEFAULT FUNCTION VALUE STANDARD EXTENDED VALUES Rotating Gobo (continued) 78-93 Gobo 1 shake, slow to fast 94-109 Gobo 2 shake, slow to fast 110-125 Gobo 3 shake, slow to fast 126-141 Gobo 4 shake, slow to fast 142-157 Gobo 5 shake, slow to fast...
  • Page 34 D M X T R A I T S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL SNAP DEFAULT FUNCTION VALUE STANDARD EXTENDED VALUES Rotating Prism 1 Index/Rotation 0-127 Index position Rotate 128-189 Clockwise, fast → slow 190-193 Stop 194-255 Counter-clockwise, slow → fast Rotating Prism 1 Index/Rotation Fine 0-255 Index position...
  • Page 35 D M X T R A I T S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL SNAP DEFAULT FUNCTION VALUE STANDARD EXTENDED VALUES Auto Focus (continued) 115-119 10.5m 120-124 11.0m 125-129 11.5m 130-134 12.0m 135-139 12.5m 140-144 13.0m 145-149 13.5m 150-154 14.0m 155-159 14.5m 160-164 15.0m...
  • Page 36 D M X T R A I T S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL SNAP DEFAULT FUNCTION VALUE STANDARD EXTENDED VALUES Dimmer Delay Time 0.1s 0.2s 0.3s 0.4s 0.5s 0.6s 0.7s 0.8s 0.9s 1.0s 1.5s 2.0s 3.0s 4.0s 5.0s 6.0s 7.0s...
  • Page 37 D M X T R A I T S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL SNAP DEFAULT FUNCTION VALUE STANDARD EXTENDED VALUES Scroll (optional) 190-221 Clockwise, fast → slow 222-223 Stop 224-255 Counter-clockwise, slow → fast Animation Index 0-127 Position Scroll 128-189 Clockwise, fast →...
  • Page 38 D M X T R A I T S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL SNAP DEFAULT FUNCTION VALUE STANDARD EXTENDED VALUES Framing Macro Speed 0-255 Max → Min Speed Framing Macro 8-15 Macro 1 16-23 Macro 2 24-31 Macro 3 32-39 Macro 4...
  • Page 39 D M X T R A I T S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL SNAP DEFAULT FUNCTION VALUE STANDARD EXTENDED VALUES Reset 80-84 Fixture 85-87 Pan Tilt 88-90 Color 91-93 Gobo 94-96 Focus Zoom 97-99 Other Features Refresh Rate (Hz) 1000 1010 1020...
  • Page 40 D M X T R A I T S Features subject to change without notice MODE/CHANNEL SNAP DEFAULT FUNCTION VALUE STANDARD EXTENDED VALUES Refresh Rate (Hz) (continued) 1330 1340 1350 1360 1370 1380 1390 1400 1410 1420 1430 1440 1450 1460 1470 1480...

  • Page 41: Error Codes

    E R R O R C O D E S When powered on, the unit will automatically enter a “Reset/Test” mode, which brings all the internal motors to home position. If an internal problem is detected with one or more of the motors, an error code will flash in the display in the form of “XX Er”, where XX represents an error code.

  • Page 42: Software Updates

    PLEASE CONTACT ELATION SERVICE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. An Elation E-Loader III can be used to update the fixture to the latest software. Please visit the E-Loader III product page at the Elation web site and download the product manual for step by step instructions.
  • Page 43 +31 45 546 85 63 | Fax +31 45 546 85 96 | 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 44 S O F T WA R E U P D AT E S ETHERNET UPDATER Once you have installed the Elation Ethernet Updater, it will launch automatically (unless you unchecked “Launch Elation Ethernet Updater”), or you can open it any time by clicking on the icon.
  • Page 45 S O F T WA R E U P D AT E S ETHERNET UPDATER Once opened, your local IP will automatically be identified. 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.
  • Page 46 S O F T WA R E U P D AT E S ETHERNET UPDATER 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 47: 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 48: Filter Replacement

    M A I N T E N A N C E G U I D E L I N E S FILTER REPLACEMENT This fixture features a replaceable filter located behind a removable panel in the vent on one side of the head, just above the attachment point for the fixture arm. To replace the filter, release both latches on the panel, then remove it to reveal the filter.

  • Page 49: Wiring Labels

    W I R I N G L A B E L S This unit features wiring labels located on the inside of the head cover panel, arm cover panel, and base side cover panel, as shown below. Label detail can be found on the following pages.
  • Page 50 W I R I N G L A B E L S HEAD LABEL DETAIL...
  • Page 51 W I R I N G L A B E L S ARM LABEL DETAIL BASE LABEL DETAIL...

  • Page 52: Specifications

    S P E C I F I C AT I O N S GOBOS SOURCE High Efficiency 900W 6,500K Variable CRI White LED 2x 7 Rotating / Indexing Interchangeable Glass Gobos Engine CONTROL / CONNECTIONS 30,000 Hour Average LED Life* *Test lab conditions.

  • Page 53: Dimensional Drawings

    D I M E N S I O N A L D R AW I N G S Drawings not to scale 20.5 in (520mm) 16.8 in (426mm) 5.1 in (131mm) 12.9 in (328mm) 12.4 in (315mm) 17.5 in (444mm) 7.1 in (180mm) 25.1 in (638mm)
  • Page 54 D I M E N S I O N A L D R AW I N G S Drawings not to scale 25.1 in (638mm) 2.0 in (51mm) ø 23.1in (ø 587mm)
  • Page 55 D I M E N S I O N A L D R AW I N G S Drawings not to scale 585mm [23.0in.] 572mm [22.5in.] 246mm [9.7in.] 446mm [17.6in.] 125mm [4.9in.]...

  • Page 56: Ordering Information | Fcc Statement

    SKU (US) SKU (EU) ITEM DESCRIPTION PAR112 1237000351 Paragon M PAR148 Paragon M Fresnel Lens PAR172 Paragon M PC Lens PAR124 Paragon M Snoot F C C S TAT E M E N T This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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