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READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: The Eclipse IT Iris mechanical dimmer/dowser has been designed to withstand the rigors of entertainment lighting. However, the teflon coating on the Iris blades can only withstand temperatures up to 600°F. When used with some excessively hot fixtures, degradation and possibly flaking of this coating may occur.
Offering a wide range of models with easy setup and use, the Coloram IT system is part of Wybron’s Infotrace Control and Management System – a new way to manage an entire lighting installation with RDM feedback The lightweight Eclipse IT Iris dowser slides easily into the gel frame holder of its light fixture.
Quick Start Connect the Equipment Attach the Eclipse IT Iris dimmer/dowser to a powered light fixture. Connect the Eclipse to the PS Power Supply using the 4-pin Wybron power/data cable. Connect the PS Power Supply to non-dimmed 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz power and a DMX source.
Using the Eclipse IT Iris Dowser Operating Modes The Eclipse has several modes of operation. In all cases, the PS Power Supply is needed for control and power. Please refer to the Menu Details below for information on how to select DMX, Local, Snap, Fast, or Smooth mode.
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Attach the Eclipse to the fixture Slide the dowser's mounting bracket into the gel frame holder of your fixture and lock the gel frame retention clip (if available). The unit operates most effectively with the electronics module oriented to the side or bottom. Attach the safety cable A safety cable is attached to the dowser.
Refer to the HEAD-FEET RESTRICTIONS section of this manual for details regarding the length of cable runs. Connect the power supply to AC power Plug the AC cord into a non-dimmed power circuit. The power supply automatically accommodates 100 - 240 VAC (50/60 Hz). Power at the PS Power Supply is indicated by a red LED indicator.
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Main LCD Menu Main LCD Menu Alerts Menu] > [Alerts Menu] > [DMX Status] [DMX Status] Pass Thru Current DMX Address: 512 DMX Address: 512 Settings > Now = 00.1A Settings > Sensor Info > High = 00.2A Sensor Info >...
Menu Details Use the arrow buttons to scroll through selections on the display. Press SELECT to activate that selection or progress to the next level of displays. Figure 4 The arrow buttons are also used to navigate to further levels within the display. For example, to select the dowser’s address: 1.
• “VOLTAGE DROPPED BELOW 13V UNIT SHUTDOWN” Unit has automatically shut down because operating voltage has dropped below 13 volts for more than one second. The Eclipse cannot operate properly below 15VDC. The voltage typically drops this low if the Eclipse IT Iris cable is too long —...
DMX ADDRESSES Dowser Addr (Dowser Address) Use arrow buttons to select the desired DMX address. Press SELECT to activate the desired DMX address. MODES DMX or Local Use arrow buttons to select either DMX or Local mode. Press SELECT to activate the desired setting. Snap Mode Use the arrow buttons to select either On or Off.
Self Test (Demo) MOVE / STOP Use the arrow buttons to select “Move” or “Stop” fin commands. Press SELECT to activate selected command. History OPERATING HOURS Cleaning Info Lifetime operating hours are shown at the bottom of the first display. This is the total number of hours the dowser has been in use over its lifetime.
Figure 6 Maintenance means replacing a failed part on the dowser. The display also shows the number of hours since the last maintenance on the dowser. Reset Hours Press SELECT to select the Reset Hours function. Use the arrow buttons to select Yes on the “Reset Maintenance Hours Gauge?”...
Total: 360 "head-feet" Head-Feet Limits • 1K (7.5”) Eclipse IT Iris (Model 87250): 1,500 head-feet • 10” Eclipse IT Iris (Model 810060): 1,500 head-feet • 2K (12”) Eclipse IT Iris (Model 812020): 1,500 head-feet • 24” Eclipse IT Iris (Model 823020): 750 head-feet If a daisy chain includes different models, use the model with the smallest amount of "head-feet"...
24 Volts DC 14 AWG Note: The cable used for models of the Eclipse IT Iris is the same cable used for the Coloram IT, Coloram II, and Forerunner systems. The cable may be referred to as Wybron 4-pin cable.
Talkback + Non-RDM Equipment and Infotrace A lighting rig can use any combination of non-RDM equipment along with Wybron’s RDM- compatible equipment. The non-RDM equipment will work the old-fashioned way (hand addressing, no status reporting or other features). The RDM protocol allows configuration, status monitoring, and management of RDM devices in such a way that does not disturb the normal operation of the DMX devices that do not recognize the RDM protocol.
1K/7.5”, 10”, 2K/12”, 24”: 1.5 amp Slo-Blo • Mounting Plates: Various plates available to fit a wide variety of fixtures (Please refer to Wybon’s Web site at www.wybron.com for details) • Fan: Small, low-speed fan to cool the electronics enclosure •...
823020— 24” 34.66”/880mm high x 34.66”/880mm wide x 9.76”/248mm deep Parts List To order any of the following items, contact an authorized WYBRON dealer. Or go to www.wybron.com Eclipse IT Iris Dowsers and Power Supplies 87250........1K/7.5” Eclipse IT Iris Dowser 810060 .........10”...
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Eclipse IT Iris Brackets and Accessories 715-01-03P......PS-150-300-600 Power Supply hanger bracket SCRWC252075....Wing screw for Power Supply hanger bracket to pipe SCRSC2520037....Socket cap screw for hanger bracket to Power Supply 11010-1........Control Pendant...
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Remote Device Management (RDM) to facilitate remote addressing and diagnostics for potentially every piece of equipment mounted on a rig. Infogate works with all Wybron IT products and all RDM-compatible equipment from any manufacturer. In addition, any non-RDM equipment can be upgraded with the installation of an Infochip.
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Wybron's IT equipment (Coloram IT, CXI IT, Eclipse Shutter IT, and Eclipse Iris IT) is equipped with a series of sensors that can relay a wealth of information to Infogate. These sensors can detect everything from light, voltage, and current, to fan speed and even gelstring frame color information.
Eclipse IT Iris Illustrated Parts Breakdown Model 87250: 1K/7.5” Eclipse IT Iris Dowser Callout Quantity Part Number Description SCRFH632150 Flat head screw Z-2287 Grommet F0825 Fan 600w 2060-01-02 Board bracket 600w only SCHRFHM4X8 Flat screw head 4mm X 8mm SCRPH440025P...
Warranty Information WYBRON, INC. warrants to the original owner or retail customer that for a period of one year from date of delivery of a portable system or energization of a permanently installed system (up to a maximum of 18 months from delivery) its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service.
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Revision History Version Author Date Description John Tabor 2/10/09 Model numbers...
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