Solaris FLARE - Setup Procedures; Fuse Replacement; Fixture Linking and DMX Data

Solaris Flare / Flare Jr. user manual version 9.1 111215
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2. SETUP
FUSE REPLACEMENT
Flare and Flare Jr. use a 12A 250V slow-blow fuse (5x20mm). To replace fuse:
1. With a screwdriver turn the fuse cap counter-clockwise to remove fuse cap with fuse.
2. Replace fuse attached to fuse cap.
3. Reinsert fuse cap with new fuse and tighten clockwise.
FIXTURE LINKING
A DMX data link is needed to operate one or more fixtures via a DMX-512 lighting console. The combined
number of channels required by all the fixtures on a DMX data link determines the number of fixtures the DMX
data link can support.
Important: Fixtures on a DMX data link must be daisy-chained in one single line. To comply with the
EIA-485 standard, no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link. Connecting more
than 32 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically-isolated splitter may result in
deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
Maximum recommended DMX data link distance between fixtures: 984 ft. (300 meters).
DMX DATA CABLE
Use a ProPlex
®
DMX cable or equivalent which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications. Standard
microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances. The data cable must have the
following characteristics:
 2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield
 Max. capacitance between conductors – 30 pF/ft.
 Max. capacitance between conductor and shield – 55 pF/ft.
 Max. resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.
 Nominal impedance 100-140 ohms
POWER LINKING – FLARE JR.
The Flare JR has a Neutrik
®
PowerCon IN and THRU connection allowing power linking (daisy-chaining).
Depending on the power provided, you should not exceed the power threshold. Max. 5 units 10-120V; max. 10
units 208-240V.
Disconnect the power cord before replacing the
fuse. Always replace with the correct fuse type.