beamZ Cobra 100H 100W Moving Head User Manual

BEAMZ MADE EAZY

150.431 V1.0
Cobra 100H
USER MANUAL

SAFETY INSTRUCTION

WARNING! Before carrying out any operations with the unit, carefully read this instruction manual and keep it with care for future reference. It contains important information about the installation, usage and maintenance of the unit.

• Unpack and check carefully that there is no transportation damage before using the unit
• Please read these instructions carefully and follow the instructions.
• Observe all safety warnings. Never remove safety warnings or other information from the equipment.
• Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked; otherwise the unit will overheated.

WARNING! Before connecting the equipment to the power outlet, first verify that the mains voltage and frequency match the values specified on the equipment. If the equipment has a voltage selection switch, connect the equipment to the power outlet  only if the equipment values and the mains power values match. If the included power cord or power adapter does not fit in your wall outlet, contact your electrician.

• After connecting the unit, check all cables in order to prevent damage or accidents, e.g., due to tripping hazards.
• Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged. Check the unit and the power cord from time to time.
• Always disconnect power from the mains, when unit is not used or before cleaning! Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord.
• Unplug the power cord and power adapter from the power outlet if there is a risk of a lightning strike or before extended periods of disuse.
• Do not switch the unit on and off in short intervals.
• Do not connect the unit to a dimmerpack.
• Install the unit in a well ventilated place.
• Never place any material over the lens.
• Never let the sunlight lights directly to the front lens , even when the unit is not working.
• Always allow free air space of at least 50 cm around the unit for ventilation.
• Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when rigging, derigging or servicing the unit.
• For mounting height >100 cm, always fix the unit with an appropriate safety-rope. Fix the safety-rope at the correct fixation points only. The safety-rope must never be fixed at the transport handles!
• Never look directly at the light beam. Please note that fast changes in lighting, e. g. flashing light, may trigger epileptic seizures in photosensitive persons or persons with epilepsy.
• This unit is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the unit will serve you for a long time without defects.

WARNING! If the power cord of the unit is equipped with an earthing contact, then it must be connected to an outlet with a protective ground.
Never deactivate the protective ground of a power cord.

• Make sure that the unit is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust.
• Clean the unit using a dry cloth.
• Do not touch the unit bare-handed during its operation (housing becomes very hot). Allow the unit to cool for at least 5 minutes before handling.
• This unit is designed exclusively for indoor use, do not use this equipment in the immediate vicinity of fluid (does not apply to special outdoor equipment – in this case, observe the special instructions noted below). Do not expose this unit to flammable materials, fluids or gases.
• If the unit has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your unit. Leave the unit switched off until it has reached room temperature.
• Never attempt to bypass the thermostatic switch or fuses.
• Do not dismantle or modify the unit.
• For replacement use fuses/bulb of same type and rating only.
•  Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.
• The ambient temperature must always be between -5° C and +45° C.
• If this unit is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may suffer damages and the warranty becomes void.
• Plastic bags must be kept out of reach of children.
• Unit must be installed out of the reach of children. Never leave the unit running unattended.

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help  to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTION

CAUTION! Immediately upon receiving the product, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear  damage from shipping or the package itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the package and all packing materials. In the event that the product must be returned to the factory, it is important that the product be returned in the original factory box and packing.

If the unit has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your unit. Leave the unit switched off until it has reached room temperature.

WARNING! Always connect the unit to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the unit has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.

RIGGING

The unit may be set up on a stable and even surface. By means of the fixing facilities of the baseplate, the unit can also be mounted upside down to a truss, see below picture. For fixing, certified clamps with correct save working load are required. According to the  figure, the quick lock bolts of the omega brackets are placed into the openings provided in the base plate and turned clockwise until they lock (to the stop). The mounting place must be of sufficient stability and be able to support a weight of 10 times of the unit’s weight. Secure the unit with a safety cable so that it cannot fall down.
When carrying out any installation, always comply European and national guidelines concerning rigging, truss and all other safety issues. Always let the installation checked out by an authorized dealer !

DMX512 CONTROL

If you are using a standard DMX controller, you can connect the DMX output of the controller directly to the DMX input of the first unit in a DMX chain.
Always connect the output of one unit with the input of the next unit until all units are connected.

CAUTION! At the last unit, you must close the DMX line with a terminating resistor. Take an XLR connector and solder a 120 Ohm resistor between signal (-) and signal (+) and connect it to the DMX output of the last unit in the line.

CLEANING

The buildup of dust, dirt and other airborne particles will reduce the unit’s light output. It will also prevent the unit from cooling correctly, and this will reduce the unit’s lifetime. The rate of dirt buildup will vary depending on environmental factors such as  airborne dust, use of smoke machines, airflow from ventilation systems, etc. The unit’s cooling fans will accelerate buildup, and any smoke particles that are present in the atmosphere will increase the tendency for dirt to clog.
To get the best performance and lifetime from the unit, inspect it regularly and clean it as soon as you see signs of dirt buildup.

Assess the operating environment each time you begin to use the unit. In dusty or smoky conditions, inspect the unit after a few hours and check it frequently the unit may attract dirt faster than you expect. Draw up a cleaning schedule that will make sure that  dirt is removed before it can build up.

Use the following guidelines:

• Disconnect the unit from power and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
• Do not use solvents, abrasives or any other aggressive product to clean the unit.
• Vacuum or use low-pressure compressed air to remove dust and loose particles from surfaces and air vents. Prevent the blades of cooling fans from turning before you aim a vacuum or air jet at the fan, or you may spin the fan too fast and damage it.
• Clean glass components by wiping gently with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth moistened with a weak detergent solution. Put the solution on the cloth and not on the surface to be cleaned. Avoid rubbing glass surfaces.
• Dry the unit with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth or low-pressure compressed air before reapplying power.

REPLACEING THE FUSE

If the fuse is defective, replace the fuse with a fuse of the same type and value. Before replacing the fuse, unplug mains lead.

Procedure:
Step 1: Open the fuse holder on the rear panel with a fitting screwdriver.
Step 2: Remove the old fuse from the fuse holder.
Step 3: Install the new fuse in the fuse holder.
Step 4: Replace the fuse holder in the housing.

MAINTENANCE

This unit is virtually maintenance-free, but you should check the unit regularly for mechanical and electrical aspects.
Assess the operating environment and establish an inspection and cleaning schedule that follows the guidelines below:

• Disconnect the unit from the power supply and allow it to cool completely before inspecting and cleaning.
• Check that the screws and bolts used to install the unit are securely tightened and free from corrosion.
• Check the housing, fixing points and installation points, they must not show any signs of deformation, wear or fatigue.
• Check the mechanically moving parts, these must not show any signs of wear or fatigue.
• Check the electrical power and signal cables, they must not show any damage or fatigue.
• Do not use solvents, abrasives or other aggressive products to clean the unit.
• Wipe the unit and clean the glass plate with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth moistened with a weak cleaning solution. Place the solution on the cloth and not on the surface to be cleaned. Avoid rubbing glass surfaces.
• Dry the unit, connectors and contacts with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth or low-pressure compressed air before re-powering the unit.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Check cables and connections.
Replace mean fuse or contact Beamz support or  Beamz authorized service partner. Do not remove  base or yoke covers. Do not attempt to replace a fuse or carry out any repairs or service that are not  described in this User Manual unless you have both  authorization from Beamz support or Beamz authorized service partner.
Unit resets correctly but does not respond (or
does not respond correctly) to the controller.| The controller is not connected.
Bad DMX-line.
DMX-line has no end resistance.
Incorrect unit addressing.
A unit is defective and is disturbing data transmission on the DMX-line.
Pin 2 and 3 are reversed in XLR connection.| Connect controller.
Inspect connections and cables. Correct poor connections. Repair or replace damaged cables. Insert DMX terminator plug in DMX output socket  of last unit on DMX-line.
Check unit address and DMX mode settings.
Unplug DMX IN and OUT connectors and connect  them directly together to bypass one unit at a time  until normal operation is regained.
Have defective unit serviced by an authorized technician.
Inspect connections and cables. Install a phasereversing cable between the units or swap pin 2 and 3 in the unit, that behaves erratically.
Error after unit reset.| Effect requires mechanical adjustment.| Check unit’s software version and error messages  for more information. Contact Beamz support or  Beamz authorized service partner.
Light output cuts out intermittently.| LEDs damaged.
Unit too hot.
The power supply settings do nomatch local AC voltage and frequency.| Allow unit to cool. Reduce ambient temperature.  Ensure free airflow around unit.
Clean unit if necessary.
Disconnect unit and contact Beamz support or
Beamz authorized service partner.
Disconnect unit. Check settings and correct if  necessary.

CONTROL MENU

DMX CHANNELS

1| Pan| 000-255|
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2| Pan Fine| 000-255
3| Tilt| 000-255
4| Tilt Fine| 000-255
5| P/T Speed| 000-255| Speed from fast to slow
6| Dimmer| 000-255| Dimmer from dark to brighter
7| Strobe| 000| No Function
001-255| Strobe from slow to fast
8| Color| 001-015| White
016-031| Color 1
032-047| Color 2
048-063| Color 3
064-079| Color 4
080-095| Color 5
096-111| Color 6
112-127| Color 7
128-191| Color Wheel clockwise rotate from fast to slow
192-255| Color Wheel counter-clockwise rotate from slow to fast
9| Gobo| 000-007| White
008-015| Gobo 1
016-023| Gobo 2
024-031| Gobo 3
032-039| Gobo 4
040-047| Gobo 5
048-055| Gobo 6
056-063| Gobo 7
064-073| Gobo 7 shake from slow to fast
074-083| Gobo 6 shake from slow to fast
084-093| Gobo 5 shake from slow to fast
094-103| Gobo 4 shake from slow to fast
104-113| Gobo 3 shake from slow to fast
114-123| Gobo 2 shake from slow to fast
124-127| Gobo 1 shake from slow to fast
128-191| Gobo Wheel clockwise rotate from fast to slow
192-255| Gobo Wheel counter-clockwise rotate from slow to fast
10| Prism| 000-007| Prism off
008-127| Prism on
128-255| Prism rotate from slow to fast
11| Macro Function| 000-049| CH1-CH10 valid
050-200| Auto running
201-255| Sound control
12| Reset| 000-240| No function
241-255| All reset after 5s

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

The products referred to in this manual conform to the European Community Directives to which they are subject:

European Union
Tronios B.V.,
Bedrijvenpark Twente Noord 18,
7602KR Almelo, The Netherlands| United Kingdom
Tronios Ltd.,
130 Harley Street,
London W1G 7JU, United Kingdom
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2014/35/EU
2014/30/EU
2011/65/EC| S.I. 2016:1101
S.I. 2016:1091
S.I. 2012:3032

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