High-end-systems DL1 User Manual

DL1 User Manual iUser Manual © High End Systems, Inc. 2004, All Rights ReservedInformation and specifications in this document are subject to change w

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DL.1 User Manual Features and Specifications 1-11Chapter 1:Features and SpecificationsThe DL.1 (Digital Light 1) fixture merges video projection and a

1-2 Features and Specifications DL.1 User ManualOptional Digital Eye Technology• Captures digital video in light or dark settings and inputs directly

DL.1 User Manual Features and Specifications 1-31SpecificationsPhysical SpecificationsFigure 1-1 shows the DL.1 fixture as shipped:Dimensions: 861mm

1-4 Features and Specifications DL.1 User ManualElectrical SpecificationsWarning: Class I equipment – This equipment must be earthedInput ratings: 10

DL.1 User Manual Features and Specifications 1-51Cable and Connector SpecificationsVideo Connectors: • RGBHV—BNC x 5•VGA—DB15• S-Video—mini-DINDMX and

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DL.1 User Manual Setup and Configuration 2-12Chapter 2:Setup and ConfigurationUnpacking the FixtureYour DL.1 fixture ships in a road case that is spec

2-2 Setup and Configuration DL.1 User ManualWarning: Class 1 equipment - This equipment must be earthed.Installing a Line Cord Cap - U.K. OnlyIn the U

DL.1 User Manual Setup and Configuration 2-32Only one set of connectors at a time is active. You can set the active connectors using either the DL.1 m

2-4 Setup and Configuration DL.1 User ManualMounting the FixtureRecommended Mounting OrientationHigh End Systems recommends mounting the DL.1 perpendi

DL.1 User Manual Setup and Configuration 2-52Mounting the Fixture UprightCaution: Do not mount the fixture upright without the four rubber feet.To mou

2-6 Setup and Configuration DL.1 User ManualMounting Procedure1. Disconnect power to the fixture. If it has been operating, allow the fixture to cool

DL.1 User Manual Setup and Configuration 2-72Linking the FixturesDL.1 fixtures can be linked to other fixtures on a standard DMX 512 link and then be

2-8 Setup and Configuration DL.1 User Manualwith a voltage/ohm meter (VOM) to verify correct polarity and to make sure that the negative and positive

DL.1 User Manual Setup and Configuration 2-924. Connect a male terminator to the Data Out connector of the last fixture in the link. For information o

DL1 User Manual iiiDeclaration of Conformityaccording to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45104Manufacturer’s name: High End Systems, Inc. Distributor’s name: H

2-10 Setup and Configuration DL.1 User ManualViewing the Display PanelThe DL.1 display panel gives access to the fixture’s onboard menu system. “The D

DL.1 User Manual Setup and Configuration 2-112Setting the DMX Start ChannelEach standard configuration DL.1 fixture requires a block of 11 consecutive

2-12 Setup and Configuration DL.1 User ManualShutting Down the FixtureThe DL.1 fixture automatically shuts down in the event of DMX data loss. A DMX c

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-13Chapter 3:Fixture OperationThe DL.1 fixture operates on a DMX link to project output from any video source incl

3-2 Fixture Operation DL.1 User ManualThe Menu DisplayThe front panel on the DL.1 fixture has a dot matrix display and six arrows on buttons that cont

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-33Display in Menu Locked ModeThe DL.1 fixture display panel gives access to the onboard menu system. When the men

3-4 Fixture Operation DL.1 User ManualMenu MapUse the following table to navigate the menu options on the DL.1 fixture. Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Option

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-53TEST OPTIONS MENUHOME FIXTURE: ALLHomes the projector headCOPY BOOT:NOSafe position: no action when selectedYES

3-6 Fixture Operation DL.1 User ManualMenu Option DescriptionsDMX Address MenuDMX address is the top level menu selection used to set the fixture’s DM

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-734. To reinstate the factory defaults if OFF is displayed, use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button t

iv DL1 User ManualProduct Modification WarningHigh End Systems products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of United States and In

3-8 Fixture Operation DL.1 User Manual4. Use the up and down arrows on the Navigation button to scroll to ENABLED to invert Tilt movement or DISABLED

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-93Caution: Do not physically connect both the RGBHV and VGA connectors. Doing so can cause damage to the fixture

3-10 Fixture Operation DL.1 User ManualStriking the Projector LampThe menu option PROJ LAMP ON? allows the operator to strike the lamp using the follo

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-113Zoom Override MenuUse this menu option to override the zoom value sent the by the DMX console to the fixture.

3-12 Fixture Operation DL.1 User ManualTo enable projector control:1. Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back up the system to

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-133Align Pan MotorsTo realign the pan motors:1. Press the Menu button to unlock the menu system or to move back u

3-14 Fixture Operation DL.1 User ManualFixture Mode Menu The Mode menu crossloads software from one fixture to other fixtures on the link.Note: Fixtur

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-153Test Options Menu The TEST OPTIONS MENU manually homes the fixture, performs fixture self tests, and stores ne

3-16 Fixture Operation DL.1 User ManualSelf Test MenuThis option displays the steps and DMX values generated as the fixture tests the motor operation

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-173DMX Values MenuThis menu displays the current values for the DMX link. When viewing DMX value settings by C

DL1 User Manual vImportant Safety InformationInstructions pertaining to continued protection against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons are f

3-18 Fixture Operation DL.1 User ManualFixture HoursUse this option to view the fixture operation time in hours and minutes.Fixture Hours ResetUse thi

DL.1 User Manual Fixture Operation 3-193Display ErrorsThis menu option displays current errors in a descriptive 32-character text field.To DISPLAY ERR

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DL.1 User Manual DMX Programming 4-14Chapter 4:DMX ProgrammingDMX Programming OverviewA lighting console typically utilizes a protocol called DMX-512

4-2 DMX Programming DL.1 User ManualDMX Output DisplaysAlthough all lighting consoles output the same 512 channels of DMX per link, the on-screen labe

DL.1 User Manual DMX Programming 4-34Parameter DescriptionsNote: All the DMX values identified in the following descriptions are in decimal units.Stan

4-4 DMX Programming DL.1 User ManualMSpeed times vary from 0.15 seconds to 252.7 seconds. However, when MSpeed is applied to a parameter, the delay va

DL.1 User Manual DMX Programming 4-54To use the native projector menu system under DMX control:1. Send DMX decimal value 180–184 (Menu button) on Chan

4-6 DMX Programming DL.1 User ManualDigital Eye Technology ControlZoomChannel 12 and 13 provide 16-bit control of the camera Zoom function. The Zoom i

DL.1 User Manual DMX Programming 4-74DL.1 Protocol TablesDL.1 fixtures offer two protocol levels —Standard and Enhanced. Standard Protocol controls fi

vi DL1 User ManualPatentsThis product may use one or more of the following patents: US 4,392,187; US 4,602,321; US 4,688,161; US 4,701,833; US 4,709,3

4-8 DMX Programming DL.1 User ManualEnhanced DL.1 ProtocolFixtures with Digital Eye Technology accessory require these additional nine channels.Chan#F

DL.1 User Manual General Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5-15Chapter 5:General Maintenance and TroubleshootingThis chapter includes information on rep

5-2 General Maintenance and Troubleshooting DL.1 User ManualCaution: Minimize the exposure of DL-1 fixtures to both glycol fog and mineral oil. Do not

DL.1 User Manual General Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5-358. If the hepa filter is discolored with partculates, replace it only with the part liste

5-4 General Maintenance and Troubleshooting DL.1 User ManualReplacing the FuseWarnings: Disconnect power before servicing.Replace fuses with the speci

DL.1 User Manual General Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5-55Cleaning or Replacing the Front WindowWarnings: Disconnect power before servicing.Equipme

5-6 General Maintenance and Troubleshooting DL.1 User ManualReplacing a Driver BoardWarnings: Disconnect power before servicing.Equipment surfaces may

DL.1 User Manual General Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5-75Replacing 2-Phase BoardTo replace the 2-phase driver board:1. Disconnect power to the fi

5-8 General Maintenance and Troubleshooting DL.1 User ManualCaution: The fixture will not function correctly if contact screws are missing from board

DL.1 User Manual General Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5-95Fan BoardLD1Blinking Green No Board receiving signals from CPUSteady Red Yes Board not r

DL1 User Manual viiDL-1 is a highly complex and sensitive electro-optical device and care and thought in how it is used, rigged, and positioned will m

5-10 General Maintenance and Troubleshooting DL.1 User ManualFigure 5-8 Addressing screw and LED locations.2-PhaseLED 1LED 2LED 4LED 5RS-232 LED 1Boa

DL.1 User Manual General Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5-115General Troubleshooting SuggestionsTable 5-2 shows general troubleshooting suggestions:T

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DL.1 User Manual Safety Information A-1AAppendix A: Safety InformationWarning: For Continued Protection Against Fire1. This equipment for connection t

A-2 Safety Information DL.1 User ManualAppendice A Importantes Informations Sur La SécuritéMise En Garde: Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les I

DL.1 User Manual Safety Information A-3AAnhang AWichtige Hinweise Für Ihre SicherheitWarnung: Zum Schutz Vor Brandgefahr1. Dieses Gerät darf nur an ei

A-4 Safety Information DL.1 User ManualApéndice AInformación Importante De SeguridadAdvertencia: Para Protección Continua Contra Incendios1. Este equi

DL.1 User Manual Safety Information A-5AAppendice AImportanti Informazioni Di SicurezzaAvvertenza: Per Prevenire Incendi1. Questa apparecchiatura e&a

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DL.1 User Manual MSpeed Conversion Table B-1BTime (sec.)Value (dec.)Value (%)Value (hex)0.15 255 100 FF0.15 254 100 FE0.17 253 99 FD0.19 252 99 FC0.21

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B-2 MSpeed Conversion Table DL.1 User Manual26.45 174 68 AE27.10 173 68 AD27.76 172 67 AC28.43 171 67 AB29.11 170 67 AA29.80 169 66 A930.49 168 66 A83

DL.1 User Manual MSpeed Conversion Table B-3B154.14 59 23 3B155.71 58 23 3A157.30 57 22 39158.89 56 22 38160.49 55 22 37162.09 54 21 36163.71 53 21 35

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