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High End Systems, Inc.
2217 West Braker Lane
Austin, TX 78758 U.S.A.
(512) 836-2242
www.highend.com
p/n 60600135 Version 1.0

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  • Page 1 ® User Manual High End Systems, Inc. 2217 West Braker Lane Austin, TX 78758 U.S.A. (512) 836-2242 www.highend.com p/n 60600135 Version 1.0...
  • Page 2 For the latest product updates and information not contained in this manual, visit the High End Systems Product Support page at: http://info.highend.com/service/prodsupt.html...
  • Page 3 LithoPatterns are registered trademarks; and Studio Spot, Studio Color 250, Studio Spot 250, the Lightwave Research logo, and the High End Systems globe logo are trademarks of High End Systems, Inc. Belden is a registered trademark of Belden, Inc. Fram is a registered trademark of Allied Signal.
  • Page 4 High End Systems GmbH Lohstrasse 22 D-85445 Schwaig Germany voice: +49 8122 9903-0 FAX: +49 8122 9903-33 Singapore: High End Systems Singapore Pte. Ltd. 1 Tannery Road 06-05 Cencon 1 Singapore 1334 voice: +65 742 8266 FAX: +65 743 9322 ®...
  • Page 5 ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45104 Manufacturer’s name: Lightwave Research Manufacturer’s address: 2217 West Braker Lane Austin, Texas 78758 USA Distributor’s name: High End Systems, Inc. Distributor’s address: 2217 West Braker Lane Austin, Texas 78758 USA Declares that the product Product Name: Ecodome...
  • Page 6 Sicherheitsnormen verstoßen. Avvertenza Sulla Modifica Del Prodotto I prodotti di High End Systems sono stati progettati e fabbricati per soddisfare i requisiti delle normative di sicurezza statunitensi ed internazionali. Qualsiasi modifica al prodotto potrebbe pregiudicare la sicurezza e rendere il prodotto non conforme agli standard di sicurezza pertinenti.

  • Page 7: Warranty Information

    Lamps are covered by the lamp manufacturer’s warranty. Any Product unit or parts returned to High End Systems must be packaged in a suitable manner to ensure the protection of such Product unit or parts, and such package shall be clearly and prominently marked to indicate that the package contains returned Product units or parts and with an RMA number.
  • Page 8 Continental United States. REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED FOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. HIGH END SYSTEMS, INC. MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT, AND HIGH END SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Environmental Specifications ................intro-2 DMX Data Cabling ....................intro-3 Test Standards ......................intro-3 Safety ........................intro-3 Caution and Warning Symbols ..................intro-4 ® Chapter 1 Installing the Ecodome Base Intended Audience ......................1-1 ® Unpacking Ecodome ......................1-1 Saving the Shipping Materials ..................1-1 ®...
  • Page 10 Figure 1-3. Contents of the housing box................1-2 Figure 1-4. Contents of the base box.................1-3 Figure 1-5. Correct mounting position................1-3 Figure 1-6. Recommended foundation layout for Ecodome..........1-5 Figure 3-1. Location of the air filters.................3-2 Figure 3-2. Oiling the blower motor.................3-3 Table of Tables Table intro-1.

  • Page 11: The Dome

    Ecodome housing. Note: If you plan to use a Studio Spot 575 or Studio Spot 250 fixture in Ecodome, you must install light blocks to protect the Ecodome housing from possible damage due to the fixture’s light beam shining directly on the inside of the housing.

  • Page 12: Specifications

    Specifications Model Numbers Model: Universal Ecodome Manufacturer: Lightwave Research Distributor: High End Systems, Inc. 2217 W. Braker Lane Austin, Texas, 78758 USA Dimensions 28.00 in. (711 mm) Height: 45 in. (115 cm) 15.56 in. Width: (395 mm) 32 in. (80 cm) Depth: 32 in.

  • Page 13: Dmx Data Cabling

    22–24 AWG with insulation having a dielectric rating of 300 volts or higher DMX data connectors: 3-pin male and female XLR connectors DMX data terminators: male XLR connector with 120 ohm terminator Test Standards Ecodome conforms to the following standards: • UL 1572 • EN 60598-1 •...

  • Page 14: Caution And Warning Symbols

    Warning: This symbol appears adjacent to high voltage warning messages. Not heeding these messages could result in serious personal injury. Fire Hazard: This symbol indicates that a fire hazard is present. Not heeding these messages could result in serious personal injury. ® intro-4 Introduction Ecodome User Manual...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Installing The Ecodome ® Base

    Unpacking Ecodome ® Ecodome ships in three separate boxes—one for the dome, one for the housing, and one for the base. Carefully unpack each box and inspect the contents for damage. If any of the items listed in this section are missing or damaged, you must notify both the shipping agent and your sales agent immediately.

  • Page 16: Contents Of The Dome Box

    If you notice cracks or scratches not caused by shipping damage, carefully repack it in its original container and contact High End Systems customer service (see “Contacting High End Systems” on page ii).

  • Page 17: Contents Of The Base Box

    (4) head screws (4) Figure 1-4. Contents of the base box. Building a Foundation Cautions: (1) Ecodome should not be mounted on a wall, upside-down, or on a surface inclined more than 45°. 45º (maximum) 0º (level) Figure 1-5. Correct mounting position.

  • Page 18: Installation Requirements

    1. Ecodome must be installed in accordance with local and national building and electrical codes. 2. The foundation on which Ecodome is installed must be at least 6 in. (15 cm) above ground level. 3. Ecodome must not be installed in low-lying areas subject to flooding. Ecodome must be mounted on a site that provides adequate drainage so that Ecodome is never immersed in standing water.

  • Page 19: Figure 1-6. Recommended Foundation Layout For Ecodome

    2. Install four 1/2" mounting studs into the foundation in a square pattern with the center of the studs measuring 17 inches apart (see Figure 1-6). 32.00" 8.50" 32.00" 17.00" 8.50" 17.00" 32.00" 4 mounting studs 6.00" min. Figure 1-6. Recommended foundation layout for Ecodome. ® ® Ecodome User Manual Installing the Ecodome Base...

  • Page 20: Assembling And Mounting The Base

    Assembling and Mounting the Base This section shows how to mount the Ecodome base on the foundation you have already prepared. You will need: • ratchet and • 3/4" deep socket • 6" extension • scissors • four 1/2" regular washers (supplied with Ecodome) •...
  • Page 21 Extend the power and DMX data cables through either of the recessed areas on the Ecodome base. Data Out Data In power recessed areas on base Place the four Ecodome mounting holes over the four studs in your foundation. Mounting holes (4) ® ® Ecodome...
  • Page 22 Place a 1/2" regular washer, a 1/2" split washer, and a 1/2" hex nut over each of the four foundation studs inside the Ecodome base. Use a ratchet to tighten all four 1/2" hex nuts securely. ® ® Installing the Ecodome...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Installing The Fixture

    Installing the Fixture Installing the Fixture Installing the Fixture Installing the Fixture You should have already prepared the site and mounted the Ecodome base as described in Chapter 1 before following the instructions in this chapter. You will need: •...

  • Page 24: Chapter 2 Installing The Fixture

    Studio Color 575, Studio Color 250, and Studio Spot 250 fixtures Use two people to place the fixture on the Ecodome support beams. If you are installing a Studio Color S, Studio Color 575, or Studio Spot 575 fixture, you must orient the fixture so that the fixture’s heatsink faces the Ecodome blower.
  • Page 25 Secure the fixture to the Ecodome base by installing a 3/8" hex screw, 3/8" flat washer, and a 3/8" hex nut through the top of the Ecodome support beam and each of the four mounting holes on the fixture’s bottom plate.
  • Page 26 If you are installing a Studio Spot 575 or Studio Spot 250 fixture, you must attach a light block to each side of the fixture. The light blocks will prevent damage to the inside of the Ecodome housing. Caution: Failure to install light blocks will result in damage to the Ecodome Housing.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Cabling

    #2 Phillips-head screwdriver • flat head screwdriver with a 3/16" blade Locate the Ecodome circuit box on the Ecodome base. circuit box Using a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver, loosen (but do not remove) the two screws from the circuit box lid. Slide the circuit box lid to the side so that the screws are positioned in the large end of the keyhole slot.
  • Page 28 Using a flat head screwdriver, loosen the two cable clamp screws. Insert the fixture’s power cord through the cable clamp into the circuit box. Ecodome power cord cable clamp screws fixture power cord power in ® Installing the Fixture Ecodome...
  • Page 29 Using a flat head screwdriver, loosen the three Ecodome terminal screws reserved for the fixture’s cable (shaded below). Insert the fixture’s Live, Neutral, and Ground/Earth wires into the appropriatly-marked terminal. The Ecodome terminals are marked “L” for Live, “N” for Neutral and “...
  • Page 30 High End Systems, Inc. recommends that you also use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt (GFCI) for all outdoor installations. The cores in the Ecodome mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code: green and yellow: earth •...
  • Page 31 Locate the fixture’s DMX data connectors. data connectors ® Ecodome User Manual Installing the Fixture...
  • Page 32 Ecodome’s female data cable to the fixture’s Data In connector. Use a junction box to connect the other end of Ecodome’s data cables to either the controller or the next Ecodome on the DMX link. Ecodome's DMX cables junction ®...

  • Page 33: Final Component Assembly

    Final Component Assembly This section describes how to assemble the final components before putting Ecodome into use. You will need: • four housing labels (supplied with Ecodome) • tamper-resistant screwdriver tool (supplied with Ecodome) Remove the paper backing from the housing labels and carefully apply one label to each recessed area at the top of the housing.
  • Page 34 Place the Ecodome housing (with attached clamp) over the Ecodome base (with attached clamp). Place the dome over the housing. clamps ® 2-12 Installing the Fixture Ecodome User Manual...
  • Page 35 Tighten the bolts until you cannot rotate either the dome or the housing. Note: If you mounted Ecodome on an incline, orient the clamp bolts and the base vents 90° away from the direction of the incline to provide added protection against moisture accumulating inside Ecodome.
  • Page 36 ® 2-14 Installing the Fixture Ecodome User Manual...

  • Page 37: Chapter 3 Performing Maintenance

    To clean the housing, use a cloth and non-abrasive household soap and/or cleaner to wipe away built-up dirt from the housing. To clean the dome, leave the dome on the Ecodome unit and follow the steps below: 1. If mud or other debris has accumulated on the dome, first spray the dome off with water.

  • Page 38: Checking Intake/Exhaust

    You must leave at least 24 inches (61 cm) clearance around both the intake and exhaust vents, located on opposite sides of the Ecodome base. Because wind and weather conditions can cause debris to build up around the vents, you should regularly inspect for any of the following: •...

  • Page 39: Oiling The Blower Motor

    Caution: Electrically isolate Ecodome before following these instructions. To oil the blower motor: 1. Use the tamper-proof screwdriver (shipped with Ecodome) to remove the base clamp. 2. Carefully lift the housing and dome from the base (and fixture). 3. Locate the blower motor (see Figure 3-2).
  • Page 40 ® Performing Maintenance Ecodome User Manual...

  • Page 41: Appendix A Important Safety Information

    2. A suitable mounting site with drainage is provided that does not subject the enclosure to submersion in liquid. 3. The model Universal Ecodome is to be used only with HID Lighting Fixture, Model “Studio Color 575-M,” “Studio Color 575-S,” “Studio Color,” “Studio Spot,” “Studio Color 250,”...

  • Page 42: Appendice A Important: Informations De Sécurité

    2. Le support de base sur lequel est installé Ecodome doit être à une distance minimum de 15 cm (6 pouces) au-dessus du niveau du sol ; de plus, Ecodome ne doit pas être utilisé dans des zones basses susceptibles d’être inondées ou dans des zones pouvant être submergées sous des eaux stagnantes.
  • Page 43 Les filtres à air doivent être remplacés lorsqu’ils sont visiblement encrassés. 3. Vous devez utiliser un filtre à air FRAM â CA 5056 ou équivalent. Les filtres à air FRAM â CA 5056 sont en vente chez les distributeurs agréés High End Systems, Inc. (numéro de pièce 99170003). ®...

  • Page 44: Anhang A Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise

    1. Ecodome muß gemäß der örtlichen und nationalen elektrischen Richtlinien und Bauvorschriften installiert werden. 2. Das Fundament auf welches Ecodome installiert wird, muß sich mindestens 15 cm (6 Zoll) über der Grundgleiche befinden. Außerdem ist Ecodome nicht in tiefgelegenen Gebieten, die Überschwemmungen ausgesetzt sind oder in Gebieten mit stehendem Wasser zu betreiben.

  • Page 45: Appendice A Informazioni Importanti Di Sicurezza

    1. Ecodome deve essere installato conformemente alle normative edili ed elettriche locali e nazionali. 2. Il luogo di installazione di Ecodome deve essere rialzato dal suolo di almeno 15 cm. Ecodome non deve inoltre essere messo in funzione in aree ribassate dove sussiste il pericolo di inondazione o in zone con presenza di acque morte profonde.

  • Page 46: Appendix A Important Safety Information

    Non operare l'unità in aree ribassate dove sussiste il pericolo di inondazione o in zone con presenza di acque morte profonde. 2. Ecodome non può essere montato su una parete o sottosopra. Istruzioni per la manutenzione 1. Scollegare dalla dalla corrente prima di effettuare la manutenzione.

  • Page 47: Apendice A Informacion Importante De Seguridad

    1. Ecodome debe instalarse de acuerdo con los códigos locales y nacionales de construcción y electricidad. 2. El cimiento sobre el cual se instale Ecodome debe estar por lo menos a 15 cm (6 pulgadas) sobre el nivel del suelo; además, no debe operarse el Ecodome en áreas bajas susceptibles de ser inundadas o en áreas que puedan sufrir aguas estancadas.

  • Page 48: Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation - Danmark

    ® 3. Debe utilizar un filtro de aire Fram CA 5056 o equivalente. Puede adquirir filtros de aire CA 5056 mediante su distribuidor de High End Systems, Inc. (número de pieza 99170003). Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation - DANMARK Advarsel: Beskyttelse mod elektrisk chock.
  • Page 49 Environmental Specifications ................intro-2 DMX Data Cabling ....................intro-3 Test Standards ......................intro-3 Safety ........................intro-3 Caution and Warning Symbols ..................intro-4 ® Chapter 1 Installing the Ecodome Base Intended Audience ......................1-1 ® Unpacking Ecodome ......................1-1 Saving the Shipping Materials ..................1-1 ®...
  • Page 50 Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation - DANMARK ..............A-8 1-10 Studio Spot 250 / Studio Color 250 User Manual...
  • Page 51 Figure 1-3. Contents of the housing box................1-2 Figure 1-4. Contents of the base box.................1-3 Figure 1-5. Correct mounting position................1-3 Figure 1-6. Recommended foundation layout for Ecodome..........1-5 Figure 3-1. Location of the air filters.................3-2 Figure 3-2. Oiling the blower motor.................3-3...
  • Page 52 1-12 Studio Spot 250 / Studio Color 250 User Manual...
  • Page 53 Table intro-1. Ecodome Optional Accessories ............intro-1 Studio Spot 250 / Studio Color 250 User Manual 1-13...

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