Coemar CF 1200 Instruction Manual
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    instruction manual edition, november 1999...
  • Page 2 Prendete nota, nello spazio apposito, dei dati relativi al modello e al rivenditore del vostro CF 1200 : in caso di richiesta di informazioni, pezzi di ricambio, servizi di riparazione o altro ci permetteranno di assistervi con la mas- sima rapidità...
  • Page 3 9. Powering up 10. DMX addressing 11. Display panel functions 11.1. Powering up the CF 1200 with movement disenabled 12. Control channel functions from a DMX 512 controller 13. Aligning the lamp in the optical system 14. Interchanging dichroic colours on the colour wheel 15.
  • Page 4 Congratulations on having purchased a new coemar product; you have assured yourself of a fixture of the highest quality, both in the components used and in the technology. We renew our request to you to complete the service information on the preceding page, to expedite any request for information, or for service (in case of problems encountered either during, or sub- sequent to, installation).
  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    3. Important safety Fire prevention information 1. CF 1200 uses a Philips MSR 1200 SA lamp; the use of any alternative lamp not recommended and will null and void the fixture’s warranty. 2. Never locate the fixture on any flammable surface 3.
  • Page 6: Lamp: Installation And Replacement

    4. Lamp: Installation CF 1200 utilises a 1200 W Philips MSR 1200 SA lamp. and replacement with a GY 22.lamp base The lamp is available from your authorised coemar sales agents: coemar cod. 105090/1 wattage 1200 w luminous flux 96.000 lm colour temperature 6500°...
  • Page 7 4) Insert the lamp (D). The lamp used is manufactured from quartz glass and should be handled with care; always adhere to the instructions supplied in the lamp’s packaging. Do not touch the glass directly, the the tissue provided in the lamp packaging.
  • Page 8: Operating Voltage And Frequency

    Under no circumstances should cable 23 be moved. CF 1200 is fitted with an electronic ballast which automatically adjusts the output voltage to the projector when the input voltage is in the range of 180 to 260V; it is therefore not necessary to make any modifications when moving to venues with power supplies in this range.
  • Page 9: Mounting The Unit

    6. Mounting the unit mounting CF 1200 may be floor or ceiling mounted. The structure from which the unit is hung should be of sufficient rating to hold the weight of the unit, as should any clamps used to hang the unit.
  • Page 10 The use of a safety chain (cod. 069) - fixed to the CF 1200 and to the primary suspension point, is highly recommended to protect against accidental failure, however unlikely, of the primary suspension point.
  • Page 11: Mains Connection

    CV5309). mains connection CF 1200 can operate at voltages from 208V-230V-240V at 50 or 60Hz (operating voltage and frequency can be selected as described in section 5 of this manual). Prior to connecting the unit to your mains supply, ensure that the model in your pos- session correctly matches the mains supply available to you.
  • Page 12 The unse of s thermal magnetic circuit breaker is recommended for each CF 1200. A good earth connection is essential for the correct operation of the fixture. Strict adherance to regulatory norms is strongly recommended. ATTENTION!, DANGER! The electronic ballast with which the CF 1200 is fitted, as with other electronic devices, requires a correct dimension for the neutral conductor, since the current in the neutral conductor is equal to the sum of the current in all the active conductors.
  • Page 13: Signal Connection

    Control signal is digital and is transmitted via two pair screened ø 0,5mm cable. Connection is serial, using the XLR 3 or XLR5 male and female sockets set on the rear part of the CF 1200, labelled DMX 512 and DMX 512 standard (see diagram). Connection is to international standards:...
  • Page 14 Standard DMX 512 3 pin XLR 3/F 3 pin XLR 3/M Ad altri CF 1200 Connect to other CF 1200 Ensure that all data conductors are isolated from one another and the metal housing of the connector Make sure that the XLR 3 or 5 pins are isolated form the metal hou-...
  • Page 15 After having followed the preceding steps, turn on the DMX 512 controller which will be used to control the CF 1200. Then turn on the power to the projector and turn on the power switch. The projector will perform a reset function on all the internal and external motors.
  • Page 16: Dmx Addressing

    500; in this case, you will need to either adjust your controller to ensure the DMX address is being communi- cated to, or you may need to readjust the DMX addrss of the CF 1200 Spot.
  • Page 17: Display Panel Functions

    11. Display panel The display panel at the rear of the CF 1200 is used to display and set functions function information and various parameters. Altering the coemar factory settings may vary the functioning of the projector, cau- sing it to not respond to external DMX 512 signal. Please read and familiarise your- self with the following information very carefully before altering any selections.
  • Page 18 5) Press the enter button to confirm your selection. The display will show 0000, confirming that the lamp life counter is reset. dirp This function inverts the movement for horizontal (pan) movements. 1) Press the menu button. 2) Press the + or - button until dirP (for pan direction) is displayed. function display menu enter...
  • Page 19 3) Press the enter button to confirm your selection; the display will show Strd (per standard) which corresponds to the automatic centring of the colours on the colour wheel (a change in DMX 512 signal corresponds to a colour change by the CF 1200. function display menu...
  • Page 20 4) Press the + or - buttons; the display will show SPEc (for special) which corre- sponds to the proportional selection of colours on the colour wheel (split colours are possible) function display menu enter 5) Press the enter button after either step 3 or step 4 to confirm your choice of colour selection.
  • Page 21 13= no effect 4) Press the enter button to confirm your selection of test to be carried out. 11.1.Powering up the This function can be useful should you need to power up the CF 1200 in CF 1200 with roadcase...
  • Page 22 If all procedures have been correctly carried out to this point, the 13 channels functions from a of your DMX 512 controller will have full control over all the effects available from DMX 512 controller the CF 1200 as described in the following table: channel function type of control...
  • Page 23: Aligning The Lamp

    13. Aligning the lamp Aligning the lamp in the optical system is achieved via the three adjusters at the rear in the optical system of the projector. This procedure should be undertaken to properly align the lamp in the optical system and to avoid the possible overheating of internal components due to the incorrect focusing of the beam onto components not intended to be exposed to this.
  • Page 24 14. Interchanging Dichroic filters can be replaced with any colour you require; note that the dichroic colours on filter should be sized Ø 45mm, thickness 1 mm , and the glass should be tempered (heat- the colour wheel resistant). Prior to effecting any internal procedure, mains power should be disconnected from the unit.
  • Page 25 7) Insert a new dichroic filter by sliding the filter gently under the spring clip; lightly press it under the clip and the slide it back under the opposite clip. 8) Replace and re-latch the cover of the CF 1200 Spot.
  • Page 26 Two thermal sensors, located in the head and the base of the CF 1200 protect the unit from overheating. The sensors will cause power to the lamp to be switched off if the temperature...
  • Page 27: Maintenance

    16. Maintenance Whilst every possible precaution has been taken to ensure the trouble free operation of your CF 1200, the following periodic maintenance is highly recommended. Before attempting any of the following, ensure that the mains supply to the unit is disconnected.
  • Page 28 Periodically check all mechanical devices for wear and tear; gears, guides, belts, etc., replacing them if necessary. Periodically check the lubrication of all components, particularly the parts subject to high temperatures. If necessary, lubricate with suitable lubricant (coemar cod. MV 6173/1) Electical components Check all electrical components for correct earthing and proper attachment of all connectors, refastening if necessary.
  • Page 29: Electronic Alignment Of Motors

    17. Electronic alignment The display panel at the rear of the CF 1200 allows for the electronic of motors alignment of the projector’s motors. This procedure is performed by coemar at the factory. It may be useful to perform this procedure in the case of internal compo- nents being replaced.
  • Page 30 2) Press the enter button to confirm your selection. The display will show a numeri- cal value which corresponds with the factory setting. 3) Press the + or - buttons until the displayed number corresponds with the correct alignment of the black-out shutter in the optical path of the projector (note that with each press of + or - the black-out shutter will move).
  • Page 31 diMM 1) Press the + or - buttons until diMM (for dimmer alignment). function display menu enter 2) Press the enter button to confirm your selection. The display will show a numeri- cal value which corresponds with the factory setting. 3) Press the + or - buttons until the displayed number corresponds with the correct closure of all the dimmers of the CF 1200s in your installation.
  • Page 32: Spare Parts

    18. Spare parts All the components of the CF 1200 are available as replacement spares from your authorised coemar service centre. Accurate description of the fixture, model number, and type will assist us in provi- ding for your requirements, in an efficient and effective manner.
  • Page 33 Inghilterra 46042 Castelgoffredo (Mantova) Italy Tel. 0376/77521 Fax 0376/780657 coemar si riserva il diritto di apportare modifiche senza preavviso. coemar reserves the right to effect modifications without notification instruction manual CF 1200 edition november 1999...

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