ASTERA PB15 Wireless Film and Event Lighting User Manual

ASTERA PB15 Wireless Film and Event Lighting User Manual

CONTENTS

1. PixelBrick (PB15)
2. BrickBracket (PB15-BBR)
3. 2x DC Cover
4. BrickConnect (PB15-BCN)
5. BeamSoftener 17° (PB15-BSO)
6. Flood Filter 30° (PB15-FF)
7. Users Manual

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Bottom

Side view

USAGE

Integrated control panel
Use the menu buttons to navigate through the main menu. Settings for color adjustment and brightness /runtime are directly accessible by two symbol buttons.

• On/Off

• Main Menu

• Reset Settings

• Change Input Select

• Set DMX Address

• Color adjustment

• Brightness and runtime control

More control options

• IR
  On/Off, Static Colors, Preprogrammed Effects

• App
  All settings, Complex effects, Talkback+, Updates

• DMX
  Control from DMX consoles via CRMX or Wireless DMX

• DMX
  Control from DMX consoles via Power/Data Combination Cable

Switching On/Off

A new PixelBrick needs a few seconds of charge to disable its shipping mode.

Connect BTB

To control your lights with the AsteraApp, first connect a Bluetooth Bridge (BTB). It forwards the AsteraApp signal to paired lights. You may use an AsteraBox as BTB or choose a light with built-in BTB, like AX9, NYX Bulb, PixelBrick, Titan Tube BTB, Helios Tube BTB.

Connect AsteraBox as BTB Please power on the AsteraBox. Connect the AsteraBox directly from the AsteraApp main menu by following the instructions there.

Connect light as BTB
Please note: This ONLY works for Astera lights with built-in Bluetooth. For all other Astera lights, please use an AsteraBox as BTB

Please power on the light. Hold down the power button for 3 seconds until the light flashes blue. Then press OK in the AsteraApp. The light which is connected as BTB shows a small Bluetooth Icon in the display

The lights‘ BTB is connected to the AsteraApp

The BTB is enabled and waiting for a connection

To disable the BTB again press UNBOND BLUETOOTH

Pair with lights
Power on the light. Then hold down the power button for 3 seconds until the light flashes blue. Go to “Pair with Lights” dialog in the AsteraApp. Then press OK

Linking to a CRMX transmitter

AsteraBox

PixelBrick

Reset
RESET to unlink CRMX and unbond Bluetooth. Sets „Input Select“ to „AUTO“.

Charging
While the power cable is connected, the display shows the charging status. Charge immediately when the battery is empty. Do not store the unit when the battery is empty. Charging time is approximately 5 hours.

Rigging
The airline tracks at the sides of the PixelBrick housing have an additional slide-in system for easy attachment of optionally available mounting accessories. The PixelBrick can be mounted using TrackPins (AX-TP) and Superclamps/ GripHeads. When hanging, secure with a safety wire and eyebolt at the M5 threads on the backside. Make sure the light cannot drop more than 20cm if primary mounting fails. Always provide one mounting point per four PixelBricks.
When installing the accessories on the airline tracks, they must audibly click into place, so that the red dot is no longer visible. If you want to hang bigger clusters and shapes use several mounting points (max. four units/ mounting point).

BrickBracket

BrickConnect

The BrickConnect is inserted spring-first into the AirlineTrack

Filter options

• BeamSoftener 17° (PB15-BSO)
• Flood Filter 30° (PB15-FF)

Optional available mounting accessories

TrackPin

BrickMount
The BrickMount can be attached to a plate and has various threads (2x M5; 1/4“ – 20 UNC).

BrickHinge
With the BrickHinge, two lamps can be angled up to 90 ° to each other.

BrickTilt
The BrickTilt enables two lights to be tilted up to 45° inwards or outwards.

INTRODUCTION

The PixelBrick from ASTERA is a LED spotlight for professional use in the event and film business. The PixelBrick is designed for direct or indirect illumination of objects or sceneries and with various accessories numerous shapes and clusters can be built. Due to its built-in battery it can be quickly set up at places where traditional lights cannot be mounted easily. Like the ASTERA Tubes, the PixelBrick has the Titan LED Engine and offers excellent color and light values. The PixelBrick generates white or colored light and the color temperature can be adjusted in many ways. The PixelBrick can be controlled with the AsteraApp or with wired DMX or wireless CRMX. The device can also be controlled by the integrated display or by infrared remote control. Thanks to its built-in Bluetooth it can be used as BluetoothBridge (BTB).
The PixelBrick can be used standing or hanging. For this purpose, the device is equiped with four M5 threads on the back and has airline tracks to attach the appropriate mounting accessories.
The PixelBrick can be used indoors and outdoors and has an IP65 rating.
Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
When choosing the installation spot, please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat or dust. Avoid direct sunlight for a longer period of time.
The ambient temperature must be set. Keep away from direct insulation (particularly in cars) and heaters.
Never use the device during thunderstorms connected to the power mains. Over voltage could destroy the device. Always disconnect the device during thunderstorms.
Make sure that the area below the installation place is blocked when rigging, derigging or servicing the fixture.
Always fix the fixture with an appropriate safety wire.
Operate the device only after having become familiarized with its functions.
Please consider that unauthorized modifications on the device are forbidden due to safety reasons! If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual, the product may suffer damages and voids the warranty. The disclaimer includes all damages, liability or injury resulting from failure to follow the instructions in this manual. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like shortcircuit, burns, electric shock, crash etc. This device is not for household use and is not suitable for permanent installation.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before you operate this unit read the manual carefully. Always makesure to include the manual if you pass/ rent/ sell the unit to another user. Please use your own caution when operating.This product is for professional use only. It is not for household use.

• Do not operate the unit in areas of high temperature conditions or under direct sunlight. It will cause abnormal function or damage the product.

• Always use a suitable safety wire when mounting the light over head

• Connect the safety wire only to the intended safety mount.

• Always follow local safety requirements.

• Only authorized personal may service the battery.

• Do not place in fire or heat.

• Do not use or charge the light if it is damaged.

• Avoid bumping or plunging, it may cause fire or explosion.

• Never store the battery when fully drained. Always recharge immediately when empty. Please do not charge unattended.

• Make sure to fully charge all units before storing them.

• Partially charged batteries will lose capacity.

• Fully recharge every 6 months if not used.

• The battery may only be replaced with an original spare partfrom Astera.

• It is recommended to charge at a temperature between 15°Cand 35°C.

• Shields or lenses shall be changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired, for example by cracks or deep scratches.

• The lamp shall be changed if it has become damaged or thermally deformed.

• Warning: In extreme cases, abuse or misuse of standard/rechargeable batteries can lead to Explosion, Fire development, Heat generation or smoke and gas development.

• Do not open the product housing.

• Do not apply power if the light is damaged.

• Do not submerge the light into any liquid

• Do not replace the LED light source.

• Caution, risk of electric shock.

• The PixelBrick shall be installed near the socket-outlet which shall be easily accessible.

• The control gear shall be SELV with output current less than 2.5A.
  Warning: risk of electric shock – Do not open device.

• The exterior surfaces of the light can become hot, up to 70°C (158°F) during normal operation.

• Ensure that accidental physical contact with the device is impossible.

• lnstall only in ventilated locations.

• Do not cover the light.

• Allow all lights to cool before touching.

• Keep 0.3m (12in) from objects to be illuminated.

CLEANING AND MAINTAINING
Caution: Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short circuit and damage the electronics. Do not use any cleaning agents or solvents.

TROUBLESHOOTING

and try again
The fixture turns on and the display is on, but the LEDs do not emit light| The fixture could be set to BLACK- OUT mode| Set to display black color or is operating in DMX mode and doesn’t receive a valid signal. It is good practi- ce to do a RESET SETTINGS
The fixture is not wor- king correctly – it does not display the color or effect chosen| The fixture may still be operating under a previous setting| It is good practice to do a RESET SETTINGS between setups
The power cable is connected but the fixture is not charging| The battery may be fully charged| The fixture will only commence charging when its battery has a temperature of 45° C or less. Turn the fixture off and let it cool down; once cold enough, it will start charging

DISPOSAL

• The light contains a lithium ion battery.
• Don‘t throw the unit into the garbage at the end of its lifetime.
• Make sure to dispose is according to your local ordinances and/or regulations, to avoid polluting the environment!
• The packaging is recyclable and can be disposed

SPECIFICATIONS – TECHNICAL DATA

RF CHARACTERISTICS

Wireless Modules| Modulation| (T ERP

ransmitter)

| Channel Count
---|---|---|---
EU: UHF (863-870MHz)| FHSS| <25mW| 47
USA: UHF (917-922.20MHz)| FHSS| <1W| 53
AUS: UHF (922.30-927.50MHz)| FHSS| <25mW| 53
SGP: UHF (920.50-924.50MHz)| FHSS| <25mW| 41
KOR: UHF (917.9-921.5MHz)| FHSS| <25mW| 10
RUS: UHF (868.75-869.12MHz)| FHSS| <25mW| 6
JPN: UHF (922.80-926.40MHz)| FHSS| <25mW| 19
CRMX (2402-2480MHz)| FHSS| –| 79
Bluetooth LE (2402-2480MHz)| FHSS| 1W| 40
WiFi (2412-2472MHz)| DSSS,OFDM| 1W| 13

General allocation of frequencies for use by short-range radio applications Spectrum usage regulations:

Frequency range in MHz 1)| Maximum equi- valent radiant power (ERP)| Additional parameters / frequency access and interference mitigation techniques
---|---|---
865 – 868| 25 mW| Requirements for frequency access and mitigation techniques3)

Alternatively, a maximum duty cycle2) of 1%

can be used.

868,0 –

868,6

| 25 mW| Requirements for frequency access and mitigation techniques3)

Alternatively, a maximum duty cycle2) of 1%

can be used.

868,7 –

869,2

| 25 mW| Requirements for frequency access and mitigation techniques3)

Alternatively, a maximum duty cycle2) of 0.1%

can be used.

869,40 –

869,65

| 500 mW| Requirements for frequency access and mitigation techniques3)

Alternatively, a maximum duty cycle2) of 10%

can be used.

869,7 –

870,0

| 25 mW| Requirements for frequency access and mitigation techniques3)

Alternatively, a maximum duty cycle2) of 1%

can be used.

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