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ower Supply:

  The  Elation  ELAR  EX  TRIFLOOD  contains  an  elec-

tronic  ballast,  which  will  auto  sense  the  voltage  when  it  is  plugged 
into the power source. With the electronic power supply unit you do 
not need to worry about wall voltage, this unit can be plugged in any-
where.    

DMX-512:

 DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal pro-

tocol  used  as  a  form  of  communication  between  intelligent  fixtures 
and controllers. A DMX controller sends DMX data instructions from 
the controller to the fixture. DMX data is sent as serial data that trav-
els from fixture to fixture via the DATA “IN” and DATA “OUT” XLR ter-
minals located on all DMX fixtures (most controllers only have a DATA 
“OUT” terminal). 

DMX Linking: 

DMX is a language allowing all makes and models of 

different manufactures to be linked together and operate from a single 
controller,  as  long  as  all  fixtures  and  the  controller  are  DMX  compli-
ant.  To  ensure  proper  DMX  data  transmission,  when  using  several 
DMX  fixtures  try  to  use  the  shortest  cable  path  possible.  The  order 
in which fixtures are connected in a DMX line does not influence the 
DMX addressing. For example; a fixture assigned a DMX address of 1 
may be placed anywhere in a DMX line, at the beginning, at the end, 
or anywhere in the middle. When a fixture is assigned a DMX address 
of 1, the DMX controller knows to send DATA assigned to address 1 
to that unit, no matter where it is located in the DMX chain.

Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX Operation):

 

The ELAR EX TRIFLOOD can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The 
ELAR EX TRIFLOOD has 4 DMX Modes. The DMX address is set using 
the ELAR WR controller. Your unit and your DMX controller require a 
approved DMX-512 110 Ohm Data cable for data input and data output. 
We highly recommend the ELAR 3C-1M or ELAR 3C-5M DMX Cables. 
These cables can be used in dry, damp, or wet areas in indoor or out-
door  enviroments.  The  rubber  neoprene  outer  jacket  is  weather  and 
ozone resistant making the cables suitable for outdoor use. This cable 
may be purchased at almost all professional sound and lighting stores. 
Remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split.

Elation Architectural  -  www.elationlighting.com  - ELAR EX TRIFLOOD User Manual Page 5

ELAR EX TRIFLOOD                                                    Set Up

Elation Architectural  -  www.elationlighting.com  - ELAR EX TRIFLOOD User Manual Page 6

ELAR EX TRIFLOOD 

 

                                  Set Up

Special Note: Line Termination.

 

When  longer  runs  of  cable  are 

used, you may need to use a terminator on the last unit to avoid erratic 
behavior. A terminator is a 110-120 ohm 1/4 watt resistor which is con-
nected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and 
DATA -). This unit is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last 
unit in your daisy chain to terminate the line. Using a cable terminator 
(ADJ  part  number  Z-DMX/T)  will  decrease  the  possibilities  of  erratic 
behavior. 

DMX512 IN

3-PIN XLR

SOUND

REMOTE

CONTROL

INPUT

POWER

INPUT OUTPUT

SOUND

REMOTE

CONTROL

INPUT

POWER

INPUT OUTPUT

SOUND

REMOTE

CONTROL

INPUT

POWER

INPUT OUTPUT

DMX512

DMX+,DMX-,COMMON

1

2

3

Termination reduces signal errors and

avoids  signal  transmission  problems

and interference. It is always advisable

to connect a DMX terminal, (Resistance

120 Ohm 1/4 W) between PIN 2 (DMX-)

and PIN 3 (DMX +) of the last fixture.

1

2

3

1

2

3

DMX +

DMX -

COMMON

DMX512 OUT

3-PIN XLR

5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors.

 

Some manufactures use 5-pin DMX-

512 data cables for DATA transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin DMX  
fixtures  may  be  implemented  in  a  3-pin  DMX  line.  When  inserting 
standard 5-pin data cables in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must be 
used, these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores. The 
chart below details a proper cable conversion.

Conductor

5-Pin XLR Male (In)

3-Pin XLR Female (Out)

Pin 1

Do Not Use

Do Not Use

Pin 3

Pin 2

Pin 1

Pin 3

Pin 2

Not Used

Not Used

Data True (+ signal)

Data Compliment (- signal)

Ground/Shield

3-Pin XLR to 5-Pin XLR Conversion

Summary of Contents for Work Light

Page 1: ... wash is light weight and compact which makes it a great piece for mobile DJ s and clubs The unit has 4 operating modes Auto Run mode Program mode RGB mode and DMX Controlled This unit can be used as a stand alone unit or in a master slave configura tion Customer Support Elation provides a customer support line to provide set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during ...

Page 2: ...turned to the service department not displaying a R A number on the outside of the package will be returned to the shipper Be sure that the local power outlet match that of the required volt age for your unit Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord hasbeen frayed or broken Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from the electrical cord This prong is used to reduce the...

Page 3: ... wet areas in indoor or out door enviroments The rubber neoprene outer jacket is weather and ozone resistant making the cables suitable for outdoor use This cable may be purchased at almost all professional sound and lighting stores Remember that DMX cable must be daisy chained and cannot be split Elation Architectural www elationlighting com ELAR EX TRIFLOOD User Manual Page 5 ELAR EX TRIFLOOD Se...

Page 4: ...s button first then press the numbers to set the address Example DMX Address 1 Press S001 DMX Address 245 Press S245 R G B Press either one of these buttons and then press the ELAR EX TRIFLOOD Operating Instructions Elation Architectural www elationlighting com ELAR EX TRIFLOOD User Manual Page 8 Elation Architectural www elationlighting com ELAR EX TRIFLOOD User Manual Page 7 and to adjust the br...

Page 5: ... Value Function 1 RED 1 255 0 100 2 GREEN 1 255 0 100 3 BLUE 1 255 0 100 ELAR EX TRIFLOOD 4 Channel DMX Values Functions Channel Value Function 1 RED 1 255 0 100 2 GREEN 1 255 0 100 3 BLUE 1 255 0 100 4 MASTER DIMMER 1 255 0 100 ELAR EX TRIFLOOD 5 Channel DMX Values Functions Channel Value Function 1 RED 1 255 0 100 2 GREEN 1 255 0 100 3 BLUE 1 255 0 100 4 MASTER DIMMER 1 255 0 100 5 STROBING 0 15...

Page 6: ...E 128 135 COLOR DREAMING 1 136 143 COLOR DREAMING 2 144 151 COLOR DREAMING 3 152 159 COLOR DREAMING 4 160 167 COLOR DREAMING 5 168 175 COLOR DREAMING 6 176 183 COLOR DREAMING 7 184 191 COLOR DREAMING 8 192 199 COLOR CHANGE 1 200 207 COLOR CHANGE 2 208 215 COLOR CHANGE 3 ELAR EX TRIFLOOD 6 Channel DMX Values Functions Channel Value Function 6 MACROS PROGRAMS 216 223 COLOR CHANGE 4 224 231 COLOR CHA...

Page 7: ... properly maintained as set forth in the User Manual D This is not a service contract and this warranty does not include mainte nance cleaning or periodic check up During the period specified above Ela tion Professionals will replace 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 responsibil...

Page 8: ... this unit and this manual are subject to change without any prior written notice Elation Architectural www elationlighting com ELAR EX TRIFLOOD User Manual Page 15 Auto Sensing Voltage This fixture contains a electronic bal last which will auto sense the voltage when it is plugged into the power source Elation Architectural A Division of the AmericanDJ Group of Companies World Headquarters 6122 S...

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