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PLATINUM   W ASH   Z FX   P RO™
 
Elation Professional
6122 S Eastern Ave
Los Angeles, Ca 90040
www.elationlighting.com
3/02/2012-Visage
Version 1.0.1

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  • Page 1 PLATINUM   W ASH   Z FX   P RO™   Elation Professional 6122 S Eastern Ave Los Angeles, Ca 90040 www.elationlighting.com 3/02/2012-Visage Version 1.0.1...
  • Page 2 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ©Elation Professional® ™...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ CONTENTS General Information……………………………………………………………………….……………… 4 a. Introduction……………………………………………………………………………….………. 4 b. Unpacking………………………………………………………..……………………….…..….. 4 c. Customer Support…………………………………………….…………………….…………… 4 d. Warranty Registration………………………………………………………………….…..……. 5 e. Discharge Lamp Warning…………………………………………………………….…………. 5 Safety Instructions………………………………………………………......…………. 7 Features…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 General Guidelines………………………………………………………………………………………. 9 Fixture Overview…………………………………………………………………………………..…..…. 10 Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………………………..……. 13 a.

  • Page 4: General Information

    UNPACKING: Thank you for purchasing the Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ by Elation Professional®. Every Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping.

  • Page 5: Warranty Registration

    Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please recycle whenever possible. WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ carries a two year (730 days) limited warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a return authorization (R.A.) number.
  • Page 6 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the wire portion of the cord. Please be aware that damages caused by modifications to this fixture void the manufactures warranty and are not subject warranty repair.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    2. Never touch the fixture during normal operation. This can cause severe personal injuries and/or damage to the fixture. 3. Be sure to unplug the Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ from the power outlet before performing any service related issues. 4. Never look directly into the light source. You risk injury to your retina, which may induce blindness.

  • Page 8: Features

    • Maintenance free operation • Preprogrammed colored macros • Built-in EWDMX Receiver - WDMX Compatible • Firmware upgradeable via Elation “E-Loader” • Electronic power supply (100~240V 50/60Hz) • 7 built-in programs accessed via DMX-controller or manually Built-in DMX recorder - Up to 64 scenes •...

  • Page 9: General Guidelines

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 4. GENERAL GUIDELINES This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for use on stage, in nightclubs, in theatres, etc. Do not attempt operation or installation without a proper knowledge on how to do so.

  • Page 10: Fixture Overview

    1: LED Assembly Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 2: Display 5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW 3: DC Switch 4: Microphone 5: Left Button 6: Down Button 7: Right Button 8: Mode/Esc Button 9: Up Button 10: Enter Button 11: Handle 12: Wireless indicator...
  • Page 11 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 1. LED Assembly – 19 x 10-Watt, RGBW Quad LEDs comprise the LED assembly. 2. LED Menu Display – Full color animated menu display. 3. DC Switch - Controls menu and display power when the unit is disconnected from main power.
  • Page 12 20. Fuse Holder Assembly – This assembly houses the 5amp GMA safety fuse. Always replace the fuse with an exact match unless otherwise specified by an authorized Elation Service Technician. Using a fuse other than that specified could seriously damage the unit and will void your manufactures warranty.

  • Page 13: Mounting And Installation

    0.5m (1.5 feet) Mounting The Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ is fully operational in two different mounting positions, hanging upside-down from a ceiling, or set on a flat level surface (see illustration below). Be sure this fixture is kept at least 0.5m (1.5 ft) away from any flammable materials (decoration etc.).

  • Page 14: Mounting Points

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ Mounting points Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating working load limits, a fine knowledge of the installation material being used, and periodic safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture. If you lack these qualifications, do not attempt the installation yourself.

  • Page 15: Securing

    Securing the Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ always be sure to secure your fixture with a safety cable. The fixture provides a built-in rigging point for a safety cable on the hanging bracket as illustrated above.

  • Page 16: Understanding Dmx

    Your cables should be made with a male and female XLR connector on either end of the cable. Also, remember that a DMX line must be daisy chained and cannot be split, unless using an approved DMX splitter such as the Elation Opto Branch 4™ or DMX Branch/4™.

  • Page 17: 3-Pin To 5-Pin Conversion

    DMX cable with XLR input and output connectors. Always be sure daisy chain your in and out data connections, never split or “Y” your DMX connections unless you are using an approved DMX splitter such as the Elation Opto Branch 4™ or DMX Branch/4™.

  • Page 18: Dmx Terminator

    2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and DATA -). This fixture is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last fixture in your daisy chain to terminate the line. Using a line terminator (Elation part: DMX T PACK) will decrease the possibilities of erratic behavior.
  • Page 19 That means changing the settings of one channel will only affect the selected fixture. In the case of the Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™, which is a 32 channel fixture (standard, can be also be 20 or 42), you should set the starting DMX address of the first unit to 1, the second unit to 33 (32 + 1), the third unit to 65 (32 + 33), and so on.

  • Page 20: Fixture Menu

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 8. FIXTURE MENU On-Board System Menu: The Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ comes with an easy to navigate system menu. This next section will detail the functions of each command in the system menu. LED Control Panel: The control panel located on the top, front of the fixture allows you to access the main menu and make all necessary adjustments to the Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™.
  • Page 21 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ Default settings shaded. Set Dmx Addres A001~AXXX DMX address setting Dmx Value ALL…… DMX value display Slave Mode Slave1,Slave2,Slave3 Function Slave setting Auto Program Master / Alone Auto program Sound Control Master / Alone Music control...
  • Page 22 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ Act & Data Out Act & Data Out Clean WDMX Memo Reset Wireless DMX Mem Reset Default ON/OFF Restore factory settings Reset All Reset all motors Reset Pan^Tilt Reset Pan/Tilt Reset Reset Zoom Reset Zoom...
  • Page 23 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 8.1 Function: 8.1.1 “Set DMX Address” - DMX address setting – This function is used to set or adjust the fixture’s starting DMX address. Every device controlled by DMX has to have a unique starting address. The addressing feature is what allows DMX to function properly.
  • Page 24 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 8.1.5 Sound Control This function is similar to the “Auto Program” described in the previous section with the exception that this function will advance the built-in program via sound. 8.2 Information: 8.2.1 Time Information These functions will detail different time functions associated with the fixture.
  • Page 25 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ fixture in real time. 8.2.3. Software version This function will display the current operating software version of the fixture. • Select “Software Vers” in the system menu. • Press enter to confirm. • The LCD will read “V-X.X”, “X.X” represents the version number, e.g. “V-1.0”, “V-2.6”.
  • Page 26 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ is “OFF” by default. Tilt Reverse - This function allows you to invert all tilt movements. Use the Up and Down buttons to turn this function On or Off. Press the Enter button to accept the change or the Mode button to cancel and return to the main menu.
  • Page 27 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 8.3.2 Service Setting– Password - The Password for this function is “50”. RDM PID- With this function you can call up various submenus via RDM. 8.3.3 Fan Control – This function is used to change the functionality of the internal cooling fans.
  • Page 28 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ and return to the main menu. This function is “ON” by default. 8.3.5 Temperature Set C/F – This function changes the temperature the unit will display from either Celsius or Fahrenheit. Fahrenheit is set as default.
  • Page 29 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 8.5.3 Calibration –This function is designed to calibrate small variations in motor movement that are caused by normal wear or in the event a sensor has been knocked slightly out of place. Because this procedure has the potential of damaging the fixture, only a qualified technician should perform the operation.
  • Page 30 8.6.4 Rec Controller -The Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ features an integrated DMX recorder. Pre-programmed scenes can be transmitted to the fixture via any DMX compliant controller. This function allows those scenes to be stored into the fixture’s built-in memory and then subsequently used to create user-defined...

  • Page 31: Dmx Addressing

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 9. DMX ADDRESSING Setting the DMX address -After the fixture is turned “ON” it will immediately complete a reset process that test all the fixture’s functions. When the reset process concludes the LCD will display the fixture’s current DMX. If the fixture is not receiving a DMX signal, the display will flash continuously.
  • Page 32 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ Controller Settings: 1. Set the DMX value of channel 1 to a value of 7. 2. Set the DMX value of channel 2 to a value of 7 or 8. When channel 2 is set to "7" you can adjust the starting address between 1 and 255. When set to "8"...

  • Page 33: Operating Modes

    ™ 10. OPERATING MODES Operating Modes: The Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ can operate in six different modes. This next section will detail the differences in the operating modes. • Internal Program Mode (Master) - The fixture will chasing through the built-in programs, sending a DMX control signal to all other fixtures connect via DMX cables instruction for a synchronized light show.
  • Page 34 A DMX controller allows you to create unique programs tailored to your individual needs. The Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ uses 32 DMX channels (standard, can also use 20 or 42). See page 40 for detailed description and breakdown of the DMX traits. To control your fixture in DMX mode, follow the set-up procedures on pages 16-19 as well as the set-up specifications that are included with your DMX controller.

  • Page 35: Working With Built-In Programs

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 11. WORKING WITH BUILT-IN PROGRAMS The fixture comes equipped with a built-in DMX recorder that allows custom programs to be installed and recalled directly from the fixture’s control board. Programs can be created and stored using the fixture’s control board or by using an external DMX controller. The following instructions will detail the procedures for using the on-board system menu as well as using a DMX compliant controller.
  • Page 36 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ “PAN-Fine” – precision pan movement. “TILT” – tilt movement. “TILT-Fine” – precision tilt movement “Red” – adjust the red flag value “Green” – adjust the green flag value “Blue” – adjust the blue flag value “White”...
  • Page 37 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ then change to Edit Steps 01, this will be menu function 8-2-1-1. Use the “UP” and “DOWN” buttons to toggle through the scenes created in “Step 1.” Press the “ENTER” button to add a scene to the program. Tapping the “Enter” button will automatically lock the selected scene into the programs’...

  • Page 38: Built-In Wireless Receiver

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 12. BUILT-IN WIRELESS RECIEVER The Platinum Wash Zfx Pro™ is equipped with an Elation WDMX Wireless DMX Receiver built-in. This receiver is fully compatible with your existing Elation Wireless DMX System or any WDMX compatible solution.
  • Page 39 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ c) Once the fixture is paired with the transmitter (T1), the WDMX status indicators on the both the fixture and the transmitter will stop flashing and glow solid green. If the paring is unsuccessful repeat the process until the paring is secured.

  • Page 40: Dmx Channel Traits

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 13. DMX CHANNEL TRAITS: The chart below details the channel layout for 32 DMX channels (default). The fixture can also be run in “Basic” Mode (20-channels) and “Extended” Mode (42-Channels). See page 42 for detailed DMX layout.

  • Page 41: Dmx Channel Values

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ CHANNEL 22: Dimmer CHANNEL 23: Zoom CHANNEL 24: Color Macros CHANNEL 25: Color Presets CHANNEL 26: Color Presets Dimmer CHANNEL 27: Chase Patterns CHANNEL 28: Chase Speed CHANNEL 29: Chase Fade CHANNEL 30: Speed Pan/Tilt Movement...
  • Page 42 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ DMX channel function and values: DMX channel´s functions and their values (42 DMX channels): Mode/Channel Value Function PAN Movement 8bit: 0-255 Pan Movement Pan Fine 16bit 0-255 Fine Pan movement control TILT Movement 8bit: 0-255...
  • Page 43 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 0-255 Fine control for Blue adjustment White LED Control - Cluster 1: 0-255 White (0-Black, 255-100% White) White LED - Fine Control - Cluster 1: 0-255 Fine control for White adjustment Red LED Control - Cluster 2:...
  • Page 44 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 64-95 Strobe Effect - Slow to Fast 96-127 LEDs Active 128-159 Pulse-effect in sequences 160-191 LEDs Active 192-223 Random strobe effect – Slow to Fast 224-255 LEDs Active Dimmer intensity: 0-255 Intensity 0 to 100%...
  • Page 45 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 75-79 Salmon 80-84 Turquoise 85-89 Light Green 90-94 Steel Blue 95-99 Orange 100-104 Straw 105-109 Pale Lavender 110-114 Pink 115-119 RED/WHITE 120-124 GREEN/RED 125-129 BLUE/RED 130-134 WHITE/RED 135-139 WHITE/PINK 140-144 WHITE/TURQUOISE 145-149 SMALL RED/WHITE 150-255...
  • Page 46 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 0-255 Fade Chase Speed Pan/Tilt movement: 0-225 Speed Adjustment – Maximum to Minimum 226-235 Blackout by movement 236-255 No Function Color Mode: No Function 0-189 190-254 Edit a new white balance Store a new white balance...

  • Page 47: Error Codes

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 14. ERROR CODES: 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 48: Cleaning And Maintenance

    There are no user serviceable parts inside this fixture with the exception of the lamp. Please refer all other service related issues to an authorized Elation service technician. Should you decide to service the fixture yourself please order genuine Elation parts directly from Elation.

  • Page 49: Photometric Data

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ PHOTOMETRIC DATA: Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ©Elation Professional® ™...

  • Page 50: Dimensional Drawings

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS: Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ©Elation Professional® ™...

  • Page 51: Circuit Schematic

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 18. CIRCUIT SCHEMATIC Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ©Elation Professional® ™...

  • Page 52: Warranty

    ® defective parts at its expense, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects in material or workmanship. The sole responsibility of Elation Professional under this warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement ®...
  • Page 53 The consumer’s and or Dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly provided above; and under no circumstances shall Elation Professional® be liable for any loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this product.

  • Page 54: Technical Specifications

    Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ 20. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Power supply Voltage Requirements AC 100 ~240V / 50Hz~60Hz Fuse protection 5A/250V, GMA (5x20mm fine-wire fuse) Power Consumption 350 Watts Light Source Type OSRAM LED LERTDUW R S2W Life time 100,000 Hours (Rated) Optical 9˚~21˚...
  • Page 55 Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ™ Platinum Wash Zfx Pro ©Elation Professional® ™...
  • Page 56 Elation Professional 6122 S Eastern Ave. Los Angeles, CA. 90040 323-582-3322 / 323-832-9142 fax www.ElationLighting.com / Info@ElationLighitng.com 3/02/2012-Visage Version 1.0.1...

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