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Protron Color™
XLR Male Socket
REMOTE
INPUT
OUTPUT
CONTROL
1 Ground
2 Cold
INPUT
2 Cold
3 Hot
Figure 3
Special Note: Line Termination.
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used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic
behavior. A terminator is a 90-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor which is con-
nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and
DATA -). This unit is inserted in the female XLR socket of the last unit
in your daisy chain to terminate the line. Using a cable terminator (ADJ
part number Z-DMX/T) will decrease the possibilities of erratic behav-
ior.
Termination reduces signal errors and
avoids signal transmission problems
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DMX512 IN
and interference. It is always advisable
3
3-PIN XLR
2
to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance
120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)
and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.
connectors for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR fixtures
may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX line. When inserting standard
5-pin XLR connectors in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be used,
these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores. The chart
below details a proper cable conversion.
3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion
Conductor
3-Pin XLR Female (Out)
Ground/Shield
Data Compliment (- signal)
Data True (+ signal)
Not Used
Not Used
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XLR Female Socket
XLR Pin Configuration
REMOTE
INPUT
SOUND
CONTROL
1 Ground
INPUT
Pin 1 = Ground
Pin 2 = Data Compliment (negative)
3 Hot
Pin 3 = Data True (positive)
When longer runs of cable are
Figure 4
Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR
5-Pin XLR Male (In)
Pin 1
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 3
Pin 4 - Do Not Use
Pin 5 - Do Not Use
DMX Set Up
Protron Color™
Power Supply:
OUTPUT
your unit in be sure the source voltage in your area matches the
required voltage for your Elation
General Operation:
alone unit, or in a Master/Slave configuration. It can also operate via
DMX controller. The Protron Color™ is ready to be plugged in out of
the box.
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Duty Cycle:
Because the Protron Color™ can be used for continuous output (ie
while simulating lightning), it can build up intense heat. Due to the
build up of intense heat the unit should not run for 15 minutes contin-
uously. After 15 minutes of continuous use, allow the unit to cool for
about fifteen minutes, this will greatly increase the lamp life and insure
product longevity.
Operating Modes:
Stand Alone:
In stand alone the unit will function as a normal strobe light. Rate
(speed), Intensity (brightness), and duration (length between flashes)
are set directly on the unit. Note that these settings are made using
the dipswitches on the back of the unit. Once the settings are made
they can only be changed by physically adjusting the dipswitches on
the unit. Be aware of this if you plan on installing your strobe in a per-
manent application, if your are not satisfied with your settings you will
have to physically remove the unit and adjust the dipswitches. Please
see the dipswitch traits below. "Flip" the dipswitches to the "on" pos-
tion to activate.
Dipswitch Traits (Manual Mode):
1. Dipswitches 1-3 control the speed of the strobe. Dipswitch #1
being the slowest strobe, and dipswitch #3 being the fastest
strobe.
2. Dipswitches 4-6 control the brightness of the strobe. Dipswitch #4
being the dimmest, dipswitch #6 being the brightest.
3. If you want the strobe to be set to one color only (no rotation),
leave dipswitch #9 in the off postion, and follow the small chart
on page 9.
4. If you want the strobe to color change, "flip" dipswitch #9 to the
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Operating Instructions
This unit is available only in 120v. Before plugging
Protron Color.™
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This fixture is designed to operate as a stand
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