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Elation ARTISTE PICASSO User Manual

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  • Page 1 PICASSO™ user manual...

  • Page 2: D O C U M E N T V E R S I O N

    +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 +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 Limited Warranty (USA Only) Safety Guidelines Maintenance Guidelines Handling Guidelines Fixture Overview Colors and Gobos Custom Gobos Installation Guidelines Remote Device Management (RDM) System Menu Fan Modes E-FLY Wireless DMX Set Up E-FLY Wireless Installation Location Guidelines DMX Channel Functions And Values...

  • Page 4: General Information

    Please recycle whenever possible. BOX CONTENTS Power Cable Omega Brackets (x2) 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 | Fax 323-832-9142 | support@elationlighting.com...

  • Page 5: Limited Warranty (Usa Only)

    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: Safety Guidelines

    S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S This fixture is an extremely sophisticated piece of electronic equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is important to follow all instructions and guidelines in this manual. The manufacturer of this device 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 7 S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S DO NOT TOUCH the fixture housing during operation. Turn OFF the power and allow approximately 15 minutes for the fixture to cool down before serving. DO NOT shake fixture, avoid brute force when installing and/or operating fixture.

  • Page 8: 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 your local Elation dealer.

  • Page 9: Handling Guidelines

    H A N D L I N G G U I D E L I N E S The device is a large format fixture that contains delicate optics and glass filters. While this product was carefully designed to be roadworthy, it must be handled carefully during transportation. Before transport, ensure that the color flags inside the unit are placed in an OPEN position.

  • Page 10: Fixture Overview

    F I X T U R E O V E R V I E W 1. LED Lens Array 2. Wireless Indicator 3. LCD Control Menu Display 4. MODE/ESC Button 5. LEFT Button 6. DOWN Button 7. ENTER Button 8. RIGHT Button 9.

  • Page 11: Colors And Gobos

    C O L O R S A N D G O B O S...

  • Page 12: 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 | Fax 323-832-9142 | support@elationlighting.com...

  • Page 13: Installation Guidelines

    I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E L I N E S FLAMMABLE MATERIAL WARNING Keep fixture minimum 5.0 feet (1.5m) 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 14: Clamp Installation

    I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E L I N E S OMEGA BRACKETS 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 15: Art-Net Connection

    I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E L I N E S RIGGING Overhead rigging requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating working load limits, installation material being used, and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture.
  • Page 16 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 17: 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 18: System Menu

    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 19 SYSTEM MENU - Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.3.2 Features are subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MAIN MENU SUB MENU OPTIONS / VALUES DESCRIPTION (Default Settings in BOLD) Set Dmx Address...
  • Page 20 SYSTEM MENU - Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.3.2 Features are subject to change without any prior written notice. *Rotation direction (Clockwise or Counterclockwise) of effects depends on orientation of the fixture head and Pan/Tilt settings. MAIN MENU SUB MENU OPTIONS / VALUES DESCRIPTION (Default Settings in BOLD) Reset All...
  • Page 21 PERSONALITY - Status Settings - Address Via DMX When ON, define the desired DMX address via an external controller. NOTE: This process assumes the fixture DMX address is set to 001. If fixture DMX address is not at 001, you must adjust the channel numbers accordingly for this feature to work.
  • Page 22 FIXTURE SOFTWARE CAN NOT BE DOWNGRADED! DOWNLOAD FIXTURE SOFTWARE TO PC ONLY! (NO MAC SUPPORT) PLEASE CONTACT ELATION SERVICE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. 1. Copy fixture software update file from a PC computer to a compatible USB flash drive. Make sure only the fixture software update file is stored on the USB flash drive.
  • Page 23 PERSONALITY - Dimmer Curve Select desired DIMMER CURVE (Linear, Square, Inverse Square, S-Curve) 100% 100% 100% 100% DMX % DMX % DMX % DMX % LINEAR SQUARE INVERSE SQUARE S-CURVE PERSONALITY - Reset Default (011) ONLY QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS SHOULD PERFORM THIS FUNCTION! NOTE: SAVED WHITE BALANCE IS ERASED AFTER A RESET IS PERFORMED! This function restores all fixture settings to the factory default settings.
  • Page 24 EDIT PROGRAM – Record Controller – Working with Built-In Programs A Primary unit can send up to 3 different data groups to the Secondary units, i.e., a Primary unit can start 3 different Secondary units, which run 3 different programs. The Primary unit sends the 3 program parts in a continuous loop.
  • Page 25 EDIT PROGRAM – Record Controller – Working with Built-In Program [continued] 3. Program Selection for Auto Pro Part • Select “Edit Program”. • Press ENTER to confirm. • Select “Select Programs”. • Press ENTER to confirm. • Select “Auto Pro Part 1”, “Auto Pro Part 2” or “Auto Pro Part 3”, and select which Secondary program is to be sent.
  • Page 26 EDIT PROGRAM – Record Controller – Working with Built-In Program [continued] Example: Program 2 includes scenes: 10, 11, 12, & 13 Program 4 includes scenes: 8, 9, & 10 Program 6 includes scenes: 12, 13, 14, & 15 Auto Pro Part 1 is Program 2 Auto Pro Part 2 is Program 3 Auto Pro Part 3 is Program 6 The 3 Secondary groups run the Auto Program in certain time segments.

  • Page 27: Fan Modes

    FAN MODES The Artiste Picasso 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 28: E-Fly Wireless Dmx Set Up

    E-FLY is enabled. Make sure to know what E-FLY wireless channels are being used in the area where the fixture is being installed. ELATION E-FLY WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER has 0-14 wireless channels. 4. Set fixture DMX address in the Set Dmx Address sub menu of the FUNCTION main system menu.

  • Page 29: E-Fly Wireless Installation Location Guidelines

    E-FLY WIRELESS INSTALLATION LOCATION GUIDELINES There are many factors that affect and/or interrupt a wireless signal such as walls, glass, metal, objects, and people. Therefore, it is highly recommended to: • Install devices a minimum of 9.8 ft. (3m) above audiences and/or ground level •...

  • Page 30: Dmx Channel Functions And Values

    D M X C H A N N E L F U N C T I O N S A N D V A L U E S ELATION ARTISTE PICASSO DMX Channel Values / Functions (62 DMX Channels) Supports Software Versions: ≥ 1.3.2 Features are subject to change without any prior written notice.
  • Page 31 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD EXTENDED ROTATING GOBOS, CONTINUOUS ROTATION [GOBO WHEEL 1] OPEN 10-19 Rotating Gobo 1 20-29 Rotating Gobo 2 30-39 Rotating Gobo 3 40-49 Rotating Gobo 4 50-59 Rotating Gobo 5 60-69 Rotating Gobo 6 70-77 Rotating Gobo 7 78-93 Gobo 1 Shake SLOW to FAST...
  • Page 32 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD EXTENDED ROTATING PRISM, PRISM / GOBO MACROS 0-63 OPEN 64-95 PRISM 1 96-127 PRISM 2 128-135 Prism / Gobo Macro 1 136-143 Prism / Gobo Macro 2 144-151 Prism / Gobo Macro 3 152-159 Prism / Gobo Macro 4 160-167 Prism / Gobo Macro 5...
  • Page 33 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD EXTENDED AUTO FOCUS 0-10 AUTO FOCUS OFF 11-20 3.5m 21-30 31-40 4.5m 41-50 51-60 5.5m 61-70 71-80 6.5m 81-90 91-100 7.5m 101-110 111-120 8.5m 121-130 131-140 9.5m 141-150 151-160 10.5m 161-170 171-180 11.5m 181-190 191-200 12.5m 201-210...
  • Page 34 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD STANDARD DIMMER CURVE MODES 0-20 STANDARD 21-40 STAGE 41-60 61-80 ARCHITECTURAL 81-100 THEATER 101-120 DEFAULT to FIXTURE DIMMER CURVE SETTING 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...
  • Page 35 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD STANDARD IRIS 0-191 MAX to MIN Diameter 192-223 Pulse Closing FAST to SLOW 224-255 Pulse Opening SLOW to FAST IRIS FINE 0-255 Iris FINE Adjustment FROST 0-126 OPEN TO FROST 1 100% FROST 1 128-254 OPEN to FROST 2 100% FROST 2...
  • Page 36 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD EXTENDED BLADE 1A 0-255 Open to Close BLADE 1A Fine 0-255 Open to Close Fine BLADE 1B 0-255 Open to Close BLADE 1B Fine 0-255 Open to Close Fine BLADE 2A 0-255 Open to Close BLADE 2A Fine 0-255 Open to Close Fine...
  • Page 37 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD EXTENDED BLADE MACROS 8-15 Macro 01 16-23 Macro 02 24-31 Macro 03 32-39 Macro 04 40-47 Macro 05 48-55 Macro 06 56-63 Macro 07 64-71 Macro 08 72-79 Macro 09 80-87 Macro 10 88-95 Macro 11 96-103 Macro 12...
  • Page 38 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD EXTENDED SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 0-19 COLOR & GOBO Change Normal 20-29 COLOR Change to Any Position 30-39 COLOR & GOBO Change to Any Position 40-44 Low Noise – Mute 45-49 Low Noise – Studio 50-59 Fan Control –...
  • Page 39 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD EXTENDED REFRESH RATE 1210 Hz 1220 Hz 1230 Hz 1240 Hz 1250 Hz 1260 Hz 1270 Hz 1280 Hz 1290 Hz 1300 Hz 1310 Hz 1320 Hz 1330 Hz 1340 Hz 1350 Hz 1360 Hz 1370 Hz 1380 Hz 1390 Hz...
  • Page 40 MODE / CHANNEL VALUE FUNCTION STANDARD EXTENDED MISCELLANEOUS FUNCTIONS Internal Program 3 (Scenes 17-24) Internal Program 4 (Scenes 25-32) Internal Program 5 (Scenes 33-40) Internal Program 6 (Scenes 41-48) Internal Program 7 (Scenes 49-56) 208-209 Hibernate Off 210-211 Hibernate On 212-255 Reserved...

  • 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 E R R O R C O D E S Error Codes are subject to change without any prior written notice. ERROR CODES DESCRIPTION Movement is not located in the default position after the reset. PAN Er This message will appear after a fixture reset if the magnetic-indexing circuit malfunctions (sensor failed, or magnet is missing) or there is a motor failure (defective motor or a defective motor IC drive on the main PCB).

  • Page 43: Specifications

    16-bit Pan, Tilt, and Dimming Control Motorized Focus and 5-15m Auto-Focus Presets DMX, RDM, Art-NET, and sACN Protocol Support Elation's E-FLY™ Internal Wireless DMX Transceiver 6 Button Touch Control Panel Full Color 180° Reversible LCD Menu Display 8 / 16 Bit Resolution Adjustable Movement...

  • Page 44: Dimensional Drawings

    DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS 17.8in [452.7mm] 18.0in [457.2mm] 13.1in [333.8mm] 21.4in [544.5mm] 4.2in [107.0mm] 7.1in [180.0mm] 26.7in [677.0mm] Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice.
  • Page 45 DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS Specifications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice.

  • Page 46: Optional Accessories | Fcc Statement

    O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S ORDER CODE ITEM TRIGGER CLAMP Heavy Duty Wrap Around Hook Style Clamp DRCPICASSO Dual Split Road Case for ARTISTE PICASSO EFL001 E-FLY External Wireless DMX Transceiver ™ AC5PDMX5PRO 5 ft.
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