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  • Page 1 Spot Luminaire 02.9812.0001A...
  • Page 2 All other brand or product names which may be mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. This manual is for informational use only and is subject to change without notice. Please check www.prg.com for latest version.

  • Page 3: Safety Notice

    PRG luminaires have been designed for use only with specific lamps. Note lamp type before replacing. Installing another type of lamp may be hazardous. PRG luminaires may be mounted on any type of surface as long as mounting instructions are followed. See instructions detailed in this manual.
  • Page 4 WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION PRG luminaires may use an HID type lamp which produces UV radiation. DO NOT look directly at lamp. It is hazardous to operate luminaires without complete lamp enclosure in place or when lens is damaged.
  • Page 5 OREWORD Notes de sécurité Avant de procéder à l’installation des produits décrits dans ce guide et de les mettre en marche, il est extrêmement important de lire TOUS les renseignements et TOUTES les directives de sécurité contenues dans ce guide ainsi que toute documentation jointe. Tenir compte de tous les avertissements et suivre toutes les précautions pendant l’installation et l’utilisation de cet appareil.
  • Page 6 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Revision History This manual has been revised as follows: Version Release Date Notes BASIC February 27, 2009 Software version 1.0. Initial release. May 21, 2009 Software version 1.1. Updated menu system, spin mode values, and troubleshooting chart. Added Bypass Calibration, Gobo Set Zero Position, and Software Update procedures.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction About This Manual .......................... 1 Additional Documentation....................... 1 Customer Service ..........................2 Chapter 1. Description Features Overview............................4 Features............................4 Components Included Items..........................5 Replacement Items and Accessories ....................5 Major Components and Controls ..................... 6 Chapter 2.
  • Page 8 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Chapter 3. Operation Menu System Using the Menu Touchscreen......................22 Menu System Overview......................... 23 Menu Details ..........................24 Home Screen ........................... 24 Lamp Screen..........................25 Configuration Screen....................... 25 Pan/Tilt Screen ........................26 Information Screen ........................26 Communication Screen ......................
  • Page 9 ABLE OF ONTENTS Appendix A. Technical Specifications Bad Boy Spot Luminaire........................ 60 Bad Boy Road Case ........................62 Appendix B. Glossary Glossary of Terms ........................64 0 2. 9 8 1 2. 0 0 01 A...
  • Page 10 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Notes viii 02.9812.0001A...

  • Page 11: About This Manual

    Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT, United Kingdom +44 (0)20 88 63 45 15 (phone) +44 (0)20 84 26 05 51 (fax) www.artisticlicence.com For additional documentation, please visit our support tech center at: www.prg.com/support 0 2. 9 8 1 2. 0 0 01 A...

  • Page 12: Customer Service

    ANUAL Customer Service Our comprehensive technical services department ensures you get the full benefit of being a PRG customer. Whether your needs are simple or complex, our full-time staff of experienced professionals are on-hand to provide support. For assistance, contact your nearest PRG office:...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Description

    Description This chapter contains an overview of luminaire features and components. • Features • Components 0 2 . 9 81 2 . 0 00 1 A...

  • Page 14: Features Overview

    Pan range of 540° and a tilt range of 270°. • Can be mounted and operated in any orientation. • Compatible with all PRG consoles and a wide variety of DMX512 and Art-Net consoles. An internal Ethernet switch allows for daisy-chaining fixtures. 02.9812.0001A...

  • Page 15: Components

    Safety Cable Bad Boy Luminaire (20.9812.0001) Figure 1-1: Bad Boy Luminaire Included Items Replacement Items and Accessories The following items can be ordered from PRG. (Please order by PRG part number.) PRG P/N Accessory 21.9812.0863 Bad Boy Hanging Bracket Assembly 23.9623.0177...

  • Page 16: Major Components And Controls

    Power Connector addr Used to configure univ STATUS 50 / 60 Hz luminaire address 15A Max and other options. Also, provides status information and testing. DMX512 Input Ethernet Input Comm LED Figure 1-2: Bad Boy Luminaire External Components and Controls 02.9812.0001A...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Installation

    Installation This chapter contains instructions for installing the luminaire. It includes instructions for connecting power and data, along with instructions for powering up the luminaire for the first time and addressing it within your system. • Power and Data Cabling Requirements •...

  • Page 18: Power And Data Cabling Requirements

    Data DMX512 Cables The Bad Boy Luminaire is equipped with two, 5-pin XLR connectors for DMX IN and DMX THRU (out) applications. DMX IN requires a 5-pin, female XLR connector and DMX THRU requires a 5- pin, male XLR connector. When purchasing or constructing data cables, it is important that not only the correct cable type be used, but also quality cable to ensure a reliable DMX512 system.
  • Page 19 NSTALLATION OWER AND ABLING EQUIREMENTS The XLR 5-pin connectors should be wired as follows: Pin/Wire Code to XLR Connectors DMX Thru Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 DMX In Cable Pinout Cable Pinout Foil & Braided conduc- conduc- conduc-...

  • Page 20: Dmx512 Male Termination Connector

    Note: A male termination connector is also available as an accessory from PRG. See "Replacement Items and Accessories" on page Ethernet Cables The Bad Boy Luminaire is equipped with two RJ-45 type connectors for Ethernet input/output. Ethernet cabling should follow these guidelines: • Ethernet cable assemblies must match the CAT5e specification.

  • Page 21: Installation Procedure

    Installation Procedure Installing Luminaire in a Hanging Configuration The Bad Boy™ Spot Luminaire can be hung horizontally or vertically from any structure designed to accommodate the load of this moving luminaire. Two provided Hanging Bracket Assemblies (21.9812.0863) are used to attach the luminaire to a truss pipe. The Hanging Brackets consist of a pre- assembled bracket with a Mega-Claw Truss Hook.
  • Page 22 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Figure 2-3: Hanging Bracket Orientation Options WARNING: The luminaire is heavy. Use caution when lifting. WARNING: A safety cable and two truss hooks should be used in all hanging configurations. To install in truss: Truss Pipe Step 1.
  • Page 23 NSTALLATION NSTALLATION ROCEDURE Step 5. Connect power and data cables according to "Connecting Power and Data" on page A Safety Cable MUST be used for all hanging installations and may be required by local codes. Safety cable and input pigtail cable must be dressed to avoid interference with luminaire motion.

  • Page 24: Installing Luminaire In A Standing Position

    ANUAL Installing Luminaire in a Standing Position The Bad Boy™ Spot Luminaire can also be used in a standing position. Be sure that the floor or stage will accommodate the load of this moving luminaire. To install in a standing position: Step 1.

  • Page 25: Connecting Power And Data

    NSTALLATION NSTALLATION ROCEDURE Connecting Power and Data The Bad Boy™ Spot Luminaire may be controlled by DMX512 or Ethernet. The control inputs are located at the upper enclosure connector panel. DMX512 Thru Ethernet Input/Output LAMP INFO 20:43 AC IN temp...
  • Page 26 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL To connect power and data: Step 1. Connect data cable (DMX512 or Ethernet) from console to appropriate input connector at first luminaire in chain (Figure 2-8). Step 2. If required, connect additional data cables from appropriate thru connectors to input connectors of remaining luminaires in chain.

  • Page 27: Power Up Procedure

    NSTALLATION OWER ROCEDURE Power Up Procedure Powering Up the Luminaire When AC power is applied, the luminaire will begin a calibration sequence which moves its pan, tilt, and all beam control mechanisms. After calibration, the luminaire head will either stop at its "home" position (which positions the pan axis at mid-rotation and the head parallel to the yoke with the lens pointing away from the luminaire upper enclosure) or move to its current DMX-defined position if DMX512 data is present.

  • Page 28: Comm Led Operation

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Comm LED Operation The Comm LED - located on the upper enclosure connector panel - indicates system control status. This can be used LAMP INFO determine if the luminaire is receiving a control signal. LED 20:43 temp indications are as follows: TEST...

  • Page 29: Programming A Starting Address

    NSTALLATION OWER ROCEDURE Programming a Starting Address The address setting for DMX512 systems is programmed at the Menu Touchscreen (refer to "Menu System" on page 22 for more detailed instructions). The luminaire retains its DMX512 address even if power is removed. Note: Refer to your console operating instructions for specific information regarding its addressing requirements.

  • Page 30: Starting The Lamp

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Starting the Lamp The lamp can be started (turned on) via console command or at the luminaire itself by using the Menu Touchscreen. To start lamp using Menu Touchscreen: Step 1. At Home screen, press LAMP panel. Step 2.

  • Page 31: Chapter 3. Operation

    Operation This chapter contains instructions for using the Menu Touchscreen and controlling the luminaire by DMX512. • Menu System • DMX512 Operation 0 2 . 9 81 2 . 0 00 1 A...

  • Page 32: Menu System

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu System Using the Menu Touchscreen The menu system is a set of software screens used to configure, address, report status, and test the luminaire. These functions are controlled at the Menu Touchscreen as shown in Figure 3-1. LAMP INFO 01:34...

  • Page 33: Menu System Overview

    PERATION YSTEM Menu System Overview The menu system consists of a Home hierarchy of menu levels as shown Lamp in Figure 3-2. Sub-menus, Config options, and alpha/numeric Info keypads may be accessed by Test pressing the blue and red areas of Comm these main screens.

  • Page 34: Menu Details

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Menu Details Home Screen The Home screen consists of several sections (referred to here as "panels") which provide status and configuration information. Pressing the panels on the touchscreen will open the applicable sub-menus. LAMP Panel • Lamp Status - displays lamp on/off status, hours, temperature and power level.

  • Page 35: Lamp Screen

    PERATION YSTEM Lamp Screen • Lamp Hours- displays total lamp hours. Lamp hours are shown in green if under threshold, yellow if close to threshold, or red if over threshold. Press to bring up Reset Lamp Hours Yes/No options. • Strikes - displays number of times the lamp has been struck.

  • Page 36: Pan/Tilt Screen

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Pan/Tilt Screen • Invert Pan / Invert Tilt - displays current invert settings. Press to bring up Invert Yes/No options. When inverted, pan/ tilt will move in the opposite direction. • Swap Pan/Tilt - displays current swap setting. Press to bring up Swap Pan/Tilt Yes/No options.

  • Page 37: Status Screen

    PERATION YSTEM Status Screen • Mechanisms - displays mechanism status. Mechanism names will be shown in yellow while calibrating, then change to green if okay or red if an error exists. Press to bring up Recalibration Screen. • Log - displays system log. Use touchscreen arrows to scroll up or down.

  • Page 38: Dmx512 Operation

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL DMX512 Operation Channel Mapping Table 3-1: DMX512 Channel Mapping Channel Function Default Snap Refer To Additional Table... Intensity - Hi Byte Intensity - Lo Byte Pan - Hi Byte 127 (32767) Pan - Lo Byte Tilt - Hi Byte 127 (32767) Tilt - Lo Byte Cyan - Hi Byte...

  • Page 39: Wheel Control

    : DMX512 O PERATION PERATION Wheel Control Every wheel, gobo or color, as well as the gobos within a wheel, follow the exact same method of control. Select the mode with the associated control channel: continuous [index], discrete [step], spin, random slow, medium, and fast, with strobe range at the end.

  • Page 40: Control Channel

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL The diagram below illustrates the wheel control modes, using the Color Wheel as an example: Control Channel Wheel Channel 0-9 continuous wheel choice Continuously adjustable 57344 throughout the range. 49152 8192 40960 16384 32768 24576 10-19 discrete Discrete positions of whole and half slots.

  • Page 41: Control Channels

    : DMX512 O PERATION PERATION Table 3-5: Strobe Control Range Function Notes Open Strobe fully open 10-19 Closed Strobe fully closed 20-29 Slow random Random strobe - slow rate 30-39 Medium random Random strobe - medium rate 40-49 Fast random Random strobe - fast rate 50-255 Speed range...

  • Page 42: Timing Channels

    Focus (Pan and Tilt), one for color parameters and one for beam parameters. Timing channels support time values of up to six minutes. Table 3-7: Channel Function / Timing Channel Relationship Timing Channel Bad Boy Channel Function Focus Time Color Time...
  • Page 43 : DMX512 O PERATION PERATION Table 3-8: Timing Channels (Continued) Table 3-8: Timing Channels % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds Full Speed 10.2 10.4 10.6 0 2. 9 8 1 2. 0 0 01 A...
  • Page 44 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Table 3-8: Timing Channels (Continued) Table 3-8: Timing Channels (Continued) % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds 02.9812.0001A...
  • Page 45 : DMX512 O PERATION PERATION Table 3-8: Timing Channels (Continued) Table 3-8: Timing Channels (Continued) % Value = Seconds % Value = Seconds Follows Cue Data 0 2. 9 8 1 2. 0 0 01 A...

  • Page 46: Gobo Set Zero Position

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Gobo Set Zero Position The Gobo Set Zero command allows adjustment of the gobo wheel’s home position. When this command is issued, the luminaire sets the current wheel position as the "zero" position and stores this offset so it will be retained at the next startup.

  • Page 47: Chapter 4. Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Troubleshooting and Maintenance This chapter provides a basic troubleshooting guide, along with procedures for testing, proper handling, and routine maintenance. • Troubleshooting • Testing • Software Update • Equipment Handling • Routine Maintenance 0 2 . 9 81 2 . 0 00 1 A...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide The following table provides a list of common failures and possible solutions. Table 4-1: Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Solution(s) Refer to... No power to luminaire. Ensure power cable is properly connected to page 8 Neutrik®...

  • Page 49: Errors

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE ROUBLESHOOTING Errors The Status menus can be used to determine if any luminaire mechanisms are reporting errors. The Status panel at the Home screen will report overall luminaire conditions as follows: • CAL (yellow) • OK (green) •...
  • Page 50 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Mechanism Errors Errors will be shown after the mechanism code, for example: PAN:Comm Error. Error Code Explanation Comm Error Error communicating with motion processor Init Error Error during initialization of motion processor Cal Error Error resetting position values in motion processor at beginning of calibration Cal Timeout An action during calibration took longer than expected No Stop...

  • Page 51: Testing

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE ESTING Testing Test Screen The luminaire provides built-in test routines and recalibration options which can be accessed through the Menu Touchscreen. Actions may be applied to specific Press TEST to mechanisms, or in some cases, to all mechanisms at bring up Test screen once.

  • Page 52: Mechanical Tests

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Mechanical Tests The Mechanical Test menu provides a method for exercising all luminaire mechanisms individually. Each mechanism has a similar Test screen, Cyan is shown in the example below: The following test functions are available: • Test Chase - The mechanism will move back and forth between two positions.

  • Page 53: Software Update

    Software Update Using LumLoader Application Introduction The LumLoader application allows you to update the software in a Bad Boy Luminaire. The update will be sent over an Ethernet connection. The luminaire can take the Ethernet input directly, or the update can be translated to DMX512 signal with an appropriate device, either Series 400™ or a Virtuoso®...
  • Page 54 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Download the Software Press "Start Download" to initiate the update. You should see the luminaires immediately drop into the startup screen and erase flash, which takes about 30 seconds. Then the new module is sent out, the screen indicates "Loading", and when complete they will go back to the main menu and start calibration.

  • Page 55: Software Crossload

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OFTWARE PDATE Software Crossload The Information menu provides a method for Press INFO to sending a luminaire’s current software version to bring up Info screen all connected luminaires. (Luminaires can be daisy-chained via DMX512 or Ethernet.) To initiate the software crossload, press "Crossload SW"...

  • Page 56: Equipment Handling

    If system will be unattended for more than 3-4 hours, luminaire lamps should be doused. • The Bad Boy lamp indicator (available on the menu Home screen) will turn yellow at 750 hours and red at 900 hours. The yellow warning indicates that the lamp is approaching the end of its lamp rating, while the red warning indicates that the number of lamp hours could result in a noticeable loss of output level.

  • Page 57: Routine Maintenance

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Routine Maintenance Replacing the Lamp Parts: 71.2566.1200.0 1 EA LAMP, FASTFIT, PHILIPS MSR GOLD™ Tools: Cotton gloves or finger cots WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing any maintenance procedures. CAUTION: Refer to "Proper Lamp Servicing and Operation" on page 46 before handling the lamp.
  • Page 58 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL CAUTION: Wear cotton gloves or finger cots covering while servicing lamp. Touching lamp glass with bare fingers will leave oil and cause the lamp to explode or burn out early. If touched, use alcohol to thoroughly clean glass. Do not touch lamp or CAUTION: reflector with bare fingers.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Lamp

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Adjusting the Lamp After a new lamp is installed, it will be necessary to align the lamp in order to center and flatten the hot spot. Knobs located at the luminaire’s backcap allow for adjustment. Tools: none WARNING: Backcap may be HOT during lamp operation.

  • Page 60: Replacing A Gobo

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Replacing a Gobo Parts: Standard or Custom Gobo(s), as required Tools: #2 Phillips screwdriver Cotton gloves or finger cots WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing any maintenance procedures. To replace a gobo: Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2.
  • Page 61 ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Step 5. Using fingers, grasp frame of gobo and pull out of wheel (Figure 4-4). Sun Gear Retaining Plate Gobo Carrier Tongue Locking Tab Open Hole (no gobo) Wheel Note : Drawing is flipped 180° for clarity purposes.
  • Page 62 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL OPEN OPEN OPEN CAUTION: The gobos must be seated properly, especially the gear mesh. Figure 4-5: Gobo Positions and Alignment 02.9812.0001A...

  • Page 63: Replacing A Designer Color Filter

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Replacing a Designer Color Filter Parts: Designer Color Filter(s), as required Tools: #2 Phillips screwdriver Cotton gloves or finger cots WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing any maintenance procedures. To replace a designer color filter: Step 1.
  • Page 64 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Step 7. Close head cover access door. OPEN EXPLODED VIEW Figure 4-7: Designer Color Filter Positions 02.9812.0001A...

  • Page 65: Cleaning The Head Filters

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Cleaning the Head Filters Tools and Supplies: #2 Phillips screwdriver Compressed air To clean head filters: WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before performing any maintenance procedures. Step 1. Remove power from luminaire. Step 2. At each mesh cover, remove two 6-32 x 1/2" PPZ screws (Figure 4-8). Step 3.

  • Page 66: Cleaning The Luminaire

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Cleaning the Luminaire Tools and Supplies: Micro Fiber cloth Mild soap Water Lint-free cloth Window cleaner Vacuum cleaner with brush nozzle or compressed air To clean luminaire: WARNING: Remove power from luminaire before this procedure. CAUTION: Use caution when handling lenses or reflector. Avoid scratching optical surfaces. CAUTION: DO NOT use window cleaner on lenses or reflector! See next page for lens cleaning procedure.

  • Page 67: Cleaning The Lenses

    ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE OUTINE AINTENANCE Cleaning the Lenses Tools and Supplies: Micro Fiber cloth Mild soap Water To clean lenses: CAUTION: Use caution when handling lenses. Avoid scratching optical surfaces. CAUTION: Use ONLY mild soap and water to clean optical components. DO NOT use window cleaner on lenses or reflector! Step 1.
  • Page 68 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL R2 / Designer Wheel Head Cover R1 Head Cover Remove to Access Lenses ZOOM LENS ASSEMBLY DETAIL Lenses Figure 4-9: Removing Head Covers 02.9812.0001A...

  • Page 69: Appendix A. Technical Specifications

    PPENDIX Technical Specifications • Bad Boy Spot Luminaire • Bad Boy Road Case 0 2 . 9 81 2 . 0 00 1 A...

  • Page 70: Bad Boy Spot Luminaire

    -20° to 120°F (-29° to 49°C) COOLING: Forced air. CONTROL: Compatible with all PRG consoles and a wide variety of DMX512 and Art-Net consoles. An internal Ethernet switch allows for daisy-chaining fixtures. POSITIONING: Can be mounted and operated in any orientation.
  • Page 71 TECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 30" (762 mm) 15.6" (396mm) 38.6" (980 mm) POSITIONING : Can be mounted in any orientation. 13.5" SPACING : (343 mm) Hangs on 30 inch (762 mm) centers. WEIGHT : 167 lbs (75.8 kg) - includes clamps and rails 0 2.

  • Page 72: Bad Boy Road Case

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Bad Boy Road Case EMPTY WEIGHT: 90 lbs (40.8 kg) LOADED WEIGHT: 257 lbs (116.6 kg) - includes (1) one luminaire with clamps and rails 30.15" (766 mm) 02.9812.0001A...

  • Page 73: Appendix B. Glossary

    PPENDIX Glossary This glossary provides useful terms associated with operating Bad Boy™ Spot Luminaires. 0 2 . 9 81 2 . 0 00 1 A...

  • Page 74: Glossary Of Terms

    ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Glossary of Terms A numerical "name" given to a device on a DMX512 line indicating which of 512 possible channels it will Address respond to. The process of adjusting the lamp within the reflector to obtain the desired output quality of the beam. Align (lamp) A type of lamp which creates light by forming an arc of electricity.
  • Page 75 TECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS A pattern (template) used to create backgrounds or texture when projected on to scenery or cycloramas, or to Gobo create the illusion of natural elements such as fire, windows or tree leaves. Restarts luminaires and reloads operating system and cue data. Hard Reset Pan and Tilt values at 50%.
  • Page 76 ™ S UMINAIRE ANUAL Control of the duration of the change of the variable parameters of some automated luminaires and other Time devices in a lighting system. A Timing Channel is used in lieu of cue fade rate to determine the time it will take a luminaire to move from Timing Channel one setting to another.

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