High End Systems ecodome, User Manual

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 ecodome ...

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Page 3: ...pot 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 ETL and C ETL are registered trademarks of Intertek Testing Services Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or...

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Page 5: ...mber Universal Ecodome 115 Universal Ecodome 208 230 Product Options All conforms to the following EEC directives 73 23 EEC as amended by 93 68 EEC 89 336 EEC as amended by 92 31 EEC and 93 68 EEC Equipment referred to in this declaration of conformity first manufactured in 1999 in compliance with the following standards Safety EN 60598 1 1993 EMC EN 55022 1987 Class A ITE IEC 801 2 1991 Level 3 6...

Page 6: ...r 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 Advertencia De Modificación Del Producto Los productos de High End Systems están diseñados y fabricados para cumplir los requisitos de las reglamentaciones de seguridad de los ...

Page 7: ... and labor limited warranty It is the owner s responsibility to furnish receipts or invoices for verification of purchase date and dealer or distributor If purchase date cannot be provided date of manufacture will be used to determine warranty period Returning an Item Under Warranty for Repair It is necessary to obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number from your dealer or point of purchas...

Page 8: ...D WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT AND HIGH END SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE HIGH END SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE INCLUDING LOST PROFITS SUSTAINED OR INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCT OR CAUSED BY PRODUCT DEFECTS OR THE PARTIAL OR TOTAL FAILURE OF ANY PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION ...

Page 9: ...als 1 1 Shipping Ecodome to Another Location 1 1 Contents of the Dome Box 1 2 Contents of the Housing Box 1 2 Contents of the Base Box 1 3 Building a Foundation 1 3 Installation Requirements 1 4 Foundation Layout 1 4 Assembling and Mounting the Base 1 6 Chapter 2 Installing the Fixture Connecting the Cabling 2 5 Final Component Assembly 2 11 Chapter 3 Performing Maintenance Servicing the Fixture 3...

Page 10: ...igure 1 1 Ecodome road case 1 1 Figure 1 2 Ecodome dome 1 2 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 Ecodome Optional Accessories intro 1 ...

Page 11: ...ing limits the fixture s visible tilt range to the available 180 tilt area of the dome Once the light beam passes beyond the available 180 tilt area of the dome it will be blocked by the 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 shi...

Page 12: ... Ecodome 115 115V 50 60 Hz 930W maximum Universal Ecodome 208 230 208 230V 50 60 Hz 930W maximum Refer to the fixture s user manual for the rated power and voltage of the fixture you plan to install inside Ecodome Warning Class I equipment For continued protection against electric shock connect this equipment to a power source that is protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt GFCI Environmenta...

Page 13: ...4 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 CSA 22 2 No 9 EMC standards EN 55022 Class A ITE IEC 801 2 Level 3 6 8kV IEC 801 3 Level 2 3 V m IEC 801 4 Level 2 1kV 5kV ENV 50...

Page 14: ...is symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages Not heeding these messages could result in personal injury and or damage to equipment 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...

Page 15: ... box and packing materials are specifically designed to protect the product during transport High End Systems Inc assumes no responsibility for products damaged during transport Therefore you should return a product for repair in its original shipping carton and packing materials Note Before sending anything to the factory be sure to call your High End Systems Inc dealer distributor for a Return M...

Page 16: ...und dome see Figure 1 2 Carefully remove the dome and inspect it for cracks or scratches 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 Contents of the Housing Box The housing box contains one housing with an attached clamp and four labels see Figu...

Page 17: ...a Foundation Cautions 1 Ecodome should not be mounted on a wall upside down or on a surface inclined more than 45 Figure 1 4 Contents of the base box tamper resistant screwdriver 1 2 regular washers 4 1 2 split washers 4 1 2 hex nuts 4 3 8 hex nuts 4 3 8 hex screws 4 3 8 regular washers 4 3 32 allen wrench light block 2 8 32 x 3 8 pan head screws 4 clamp Figure 1 5 Correct mounting position 0º lev...

Page 18: ...ite that provides adequate drainage so that Ecodome is never immersed in standing water 4 Ecodome model Universal Ecodome is to be used only with High End Systems fixture models Studio Color 575 M Studio Color 575 S Studio Color Studio Spot Studio Color 250 or Studio Spot 250 Foundation Layout You will need suitable foundation materials concrete steel wood etc to build a 32 in 81 cm minimum diamet...

Page 19: ...nstall 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 Figure 1 6 Recommended foundation layout for Ecodome 6 00 min 4 mounting studs 32 00 8 50 17 00 32 00 8 50 17 00 32 00 ...

Page 20: ... 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 four 1 2 split washers supplied with Ecodome four 1 2 mounting nuts supplied with Ecodome Use scissors to cut the cable tie wrap on the cables under the Ecodome base 1 power and DMX data cables ...

Page 21: ...se 1 7 1 Extend the power and DMX data cables through either of the recessed areas on the Ecodome base 2 Data Out Data In power recessed areas on base Place the four Ecodome mounting holes over the four studs in your foundation 3 Mounting holes 4 ...

Page 22: ... Ecodome Base Ecodome User Manual 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 4 Use a ratchet to tighten all four 1 2 hex nuts securely 5 ...

Page 23: ...s in this chapter You will need a fixture suitable for mounting in Ecodome see Installation Requirements on page 1 4 ratchet and 3 4 deep socket 2 Philips head torque measuring screwdriver 3 32 allen wrench supplied with Ecodome two light blocks supplied with Ecodome four 8 32 x 3 8 pan head screws supplied with Ecodome four 3 8 hex screws supplied with Ecodome four 3 8 regular washers supplied wi...

Page 24: ...0 or Studio Color 250 fixture position the support beams in holes 1 and 2 Studio Spot 575 fixtures Studio Color S Studio Color M Studio Color 575 Studio Color 250 and Studio Spot 250 fixtures hole 1 hole 2 hole 3 3Use 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 th...

Page 25: ...the Fixture 2 3 2 4 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: ...s head screwdriver for Studio Spot 250 fixtures remove the two outer screws on the bottom of the fixture s yoke Insert an 8 32 pan head screw in each outer screw hole on the bottom of the fixture s yoke Do not fully tighten the screws Install the light block by placing the large ends of its keyhole slots over the two 8 32 pan head screws on the fixture s yoke Lightly press down on the light block ...

Page 27: ...circuit box on the Ecodome base 1 circuit box 2 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 Pull the circuit box lid out and over the screws to remove the lid keyhole slots loosen the two screws slide the lid ...

Page 28: ...Ecodome User Manual 3 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 power in fixture power cord cable clamp screws ...

Page 29: ...the appropriatly marked terminal The Ecodome terminals are marked L for Live N for Neutral and for Ground Earth For more information on the fixture s power cord consult the fixture s user manual After inserting each wire tighten its terminal screw to 12 in lb 1 36 N m to secure the wire to the terminal block When you have finished tighten the cable clamp screws and replace the circuit box lid Live...

Page 30: ...nc 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 blue neutral brown live THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED Use a junction box to connect the Ecodome power cord to the mains power supply 5 junction box mains power supply Ecodome power cord ...

Page 31: ...Ecodome User Manual Installing the Fixture 2 9 2 Locate the fixture s DMX data connectors 6 data connectors ...

Page 32: ...a cable to the fixture s Data Out connector and 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 7 junction box Ecodome s DMX cables ...

Page 33: ...ore 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 Use firm even pressure to prevent bubbles from forming under the label 1 ...

Page 34: ...2 12 Installing the Fixture Ecodome User Manual Place the Ecodome housing with attached clamp over the Ecodome base with attached clamp Place the dome over the housing 2 clamps ...

Page 35: ... 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 3 45º maximum Moisture Clamp bolts vents located on both sides of Ecodome water flow ...

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Page 37: ...ns if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired for example by cracks or deep scratches 5 Never look directly at the lamp while the lamp is on Caution This fixture must be serviced by qualified personnel The information listed in this section is intended to assist qualified service personnel only Servicing the Fixture Consult the fixture s documentatio...

Page 38: ...ves and clippings Water snow or soil Accumulations of water or soil within 24 inches 61 cm of Ecodome s intake or exhaust could prevent the fixture from operating properly or pose a major hazard to the fixture If any of the above regularly accumulate around Ecodome contact High End Systems customer service see Contacting High End Systems on page ii Replacing Air Filters Caution Electrically isolat...

Page 39: ... over the base Use the tamper proof screwdriver to tighten the base clamp Oiling the Blower Motor You should oil the blower motor every six months 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 th...

Page 40: ...3 4 Performing Maintenance Ecodome User Manual ...

Page 41: ...o be installed by a qualified electrician only 2 Class I equipment For continued protection against electric shock connect this equipment to a ground fault protected power source only 3 Disconnect power before servicing 4 Do not install an accessory in Ecodome unless you first contact High End Systems customer service 5 IMPORTANT The cores in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the follo...

Page 42: ...cceptation pour la reconnaissance d Ecodome par l ETL C ETL Ecodome est un composant reconnu par l ETL C ETL lorsque les conditions suivantes sont satisfaites 1 Ecodome doit être installé conformément aux codes de réglementation locaux et nationaux concernant le bâtiment et les installations électriques 2 Le support de base sur lequel est installé Ecodome doit être à une distance minimum de 15 cm ...

Page 43: ...ou les écrans ultraviolets s ils sont visiblement endommagés au point que leur efficacité aient été altérée par exemple par des fissures ou de profondes égratignures 3 Ne jamais regarder directement la lampe quand celle ci est allumée Instructions pour l installation 1 Laissez un dégagement minimum de 61 cm 24 pouces autour de l entrée d air et de l échappement N utilisez pas l appareil dans des z...

Page 44: ...chlages Dieses Produkt sollte nur von einem qualifizierten Elektriker installiert werden 2 Gerät der Klasse I Zum Schutz vor elektrischen Schlägen ist dieses Gerät an eine mit Erdschluß geerdete Stromversorgung anzuschließen 3 Vor dem Ausführen von Servicearbeiten ist das Gerät von der Stromversorgung zu trennen 4 Bevor Zubehörgeräte in Ecodome installiert werden müssen Sie sich mit der Kundendien...

Page 45: ...sie sichtbar verschmutzt sind 3 Als Filter ist ein Fram CA5056 oder ein entsprechender Luftfilter zu verwenden CA 5056 Luftfilter können bei Ihrem Vertragshändler von High End Systems Inc erworben werden Teile Nr 99170003 Appendice A Informazioni Importanti Di Sicurezza Condizioni per l omologazione ETL C ETL di Ecodome Ecodome è un componente omologato ETL C ETL qualora siano rispettate le seguen...

Page 46: ...completamente fissato o se gli schermi protettivi le lenti o gli schermi ultravioletti si sono visibilmente danneggiati di maniera tale che la loro efficacia sia stata ridotta ad esempio se vi sono visibili spaccature o graffi profondi Mai guardare direttamente verso la lampadina quando sia accesa Istruzioni per l installazione 1 Lasciare uno spazio libero di almeno 61 cm attorno ai condotti di in...

Page 47: ...cción constante contra las descargas eléctricas conecte este equipo únicamente a una fuente de alimentación protegida contra fallas de tierra 3 Desconecte la alimentación antes de dar servicio 4 No instale un accesorio en el Ecodome sin antes ponerse en contacto con Servicio a clientes de High End Systems ADVERTENCIA Para una operación segura 1 Consulte la documentación proporcionada con la lumina...

Page 48: ...alimentación eléctrica antes de dar servicio 2 Revise los filtros de aire de entrada y de escape siempre que dé servicio al accesorio por ejemplo cuando cambie lámparas Los filtros de aire deben reemplazarse cuando presenten obstrucciones de suciedad 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 ...

Page 49: ...Contents of the Dome Box 1 2 Contents of the Housing Box 1 2 Contents of the Base Box 1 3 Building a Foundation 1 3 Installation Requirements 1 4 Foundation Layout 1 4 Assembling and Mounting the Base 1 6 Chapter 2 Installing the Fixture Connecting the Cabling 2 5 Final Component Assembly 2 11 Chapter 3 Performing Maintenance Servicing the Fixture 3 1 Servicing Ecodome 3 1 Cleaning Ecodome 3 1 Che...

Page 50: ...1 10 Studio Spot 250 Studio Color 250 User Manual Vigtig Sikkerhedsinformation DANMARK A 8 ...

Page 51: ...ure 1 2 Ecodome dome 1 2 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: ...Studio Spot 250 Studio Color 250 User Manual 1 13 Table intro 1 Ecodome Optional Accessories intro 1 ...