trackspot ® Bolt User Manual - High End Systems

trackspot ® Bolt 

User Manual 

© Barco Lighting Systems, Inc. 2011, All Rights Reserved 

Information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice. Barco Lighting Systems 

assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. 

Trademarks used in this text: 

High End Systems, Wholehog, trackspot and Lithopatterns are registered trademarks: and Internal Effects, the 

High End Systems globe logo, and the Hog logo are trademarks of Barco Lighting Systems, Inc. . Belden is a 

registered trademark of Belden, Inc. 

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the 

marks and names or their products. High End Systems disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and 

trade names owned by others. 

trackspot Bolt User Manual 

Version 1.0 

December, 2011

Contact Information 

U.S. and the Americas 

Sales Department High End Systems 

2105 Gracy Farms Lane 

Austin, TX 78758 USA 

voice: 512.836.2242 

fax: 512.837.5290 

Toll Free: 800.890.8989 

Customer Service High End Systems 

2105 Gracy Farms Lane 

Austin, TX 78758 USA 

voice: 800.890.8989 

fax: 512.834.9195 

toll free: 800.890.8989 

World Wide Web: http://www.highend.com 

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Product Modification Warning 

High End Systems products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of United States and 

International safety regulations. Modifications to the product could affect safety and render the product noncompliant 

to relevant safety standards. 

Mise En Garde Contre La Modification Du Produit 

Les produits High End Systems sont conçus et fabriqués conformément aux exigences des règlements 

internationaux de sécurité. Toute modification du produit peut entraîner sa non conformité aux normes de 

sécurité en vigueur. 

Produktmodifikationswarnung 

Design und Herstellung von High End Systems entsprechen den Anforderungen der U.S. Amerikanischen und 

internationalen Sicherheitsvorschriften. Abänderungen dieses Produktes können dessen Sicherheit 

beeinträchtigen und unter Umständen gegen die diesbezüglichen Sicherheitsnormen verstoßen. 

Avvertenza Sulla Modifica Del Prodotto 

I prodotti di High End Systems sono stati progettati e fabbricati per 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 Estados Unidos e internacionales. Las modificaciones al producto podrían 

afectar la seguridad y dejar al producto fuera de conformidad con las normas de seguridad relevantes. 

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Important Safety Information 

Instructions pertaining to continued protection against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons are 

found throughout this manual. Please read all instructions prior to assembling, mounting, and operating 

this equipment. 

The following international caution and warning symbols appear in margins throughout this manual to highlight 

messages. 

2 m 

This symbol appears adjacent to Caution messages. Not 

heeding these messages could result in personal injury and/or 

damage to equipment. 

This symbol appears adjacent to high voltage warning 

messages. Not heeding these messages could result in serious 

personal injury. 

This symbol indicates the minimum focus distance from a 

combustible object. 

This symbol cautions against mounting the fixture on or near a 

flammable surface. 

This symbol indicates an explosion hazard. 

UV This symbol cautions against an Ultraviolet Radiation hazard. 

This symbol indicates that eye protection should be worn to 

prevent potential injury. 

This symbol indicates that, while operating, equipment 

surfaces may reach very high temperatures. Allow the fixture 

to cool before handling. 

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Warranty Information 

Limited Warranty 

Unless otherwise stated, your product is covered by a three year parts and labor limited warranty. Dichroic filters 

and LithoPatterns ® high resolution glass gobos are not guaranteed against breakage or scratches to coating. 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 purchase 

BEFORE any units are returned for repair. The manufacturer will make the final determination as to whether or 

not the unit is covered by warranty. Lamps are covered by the lamp manufacturer’s warranty. 

A fixture must be returned in its original packaging. Any other parts returned to High End Systems must be 

packaged in a suitable manner to ensure the protection of such product unit or parts, and such package shall be 

clearly and prominently marked to indicate that the package contains returned Product units or parts and with 

an RMA number. Accompany all returned Product units or parts with a written explanation of the alleged problem 

or malfunction. Ship returned Product units or parts to: 2105 Gracy Farms Lane, Austin, TX 78758 USA. 

Freight 

Note: Freight Damage Claims are invalid for fixtures shipped in non-factory 

boxes and packing materials. 

All shipping will be paid by the purchaser. Items under warranty shall have return shipping paid by the 

manufacturer only in the Continental United States. Under no circumstances will freight collect shipments be 

accepted. Prepaid shipping does not include rush expediting such as air freight. Air freight can be sent 

customer collect in the Continental United States. 

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED FOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE 

CONSUMER. HIGH END SYSTEMS, INC. MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, 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, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT 

LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, AND WHETHER OR NOT SUCH DAMAGE WAS FORESEEN OR UNFORESEEN. 

Warranty is void if the product is misused, damaged, modified in any way, or for unauthorized repairs or parts. 

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 

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Patents 

This product may use one or more of the following patents: US 4,392,187; US 4,602,321; US 4,688,161; 

US 4,701,833; US 4,709,311; US 4,779,176; US 4,800,474; US 4,962,687; US 4,972,306; US 4,980,806; 
























US 7,161,562; US 7,175,317; US 7,181,112; US 7,206,023; US 7,210,798; US D347,113; US D350,408; 

US D359,574; US D360,404; US D365,165; US D366,712; US D370,080; US D372,550; US D374,439; 

US D377,338; US D381,740; US D409,771; AT E169413; CA 2142619; CA 2145508; CA 2245842; 

DE 22588.4-08; DE 621495; DE 655144; DE 69320175.4; DE 69322401.0; DE 69331145.2; DE 69525856.7; 

DE 69734744.3; DE 797503; DK 0655144; DK 1447702; EP 0475082; EP 0621495; EP 0655144; EP 0662275; 

EP 0767398; EP 0797503; EP 0969247; EP 1447702; ES 0621495; FR 0621495; FR 0655144; FR 0662275; 

FR 1447702; GB 2043769B; GB 2055842B; GB 2283808B; GB 2290134B; GB 2291814B; GB 2292530B; 

GB 2292896B; GB 2294909B; GB 2295058B; GB 2303203B; GB 2306887B; GB 2307036B; GB 2316477B; 

IE 0621495; IT 034244BE; 2005; IT 0621495; IT 0655144; JP 3495373; JP 3793577; NL 0621495; 

NL 0797503; NL 0969247; UK 0621495; UK 0655144; UK 0662275; UK 0797503; UK 0969247; UK 1447702; 

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Table of Contents 

trackspot® Bolt User Manual ........................................................................ i 

Contact Information ..................................................................................... ii 

Product Modification Warning ........................................................................ iii 

Important Safety Information ....................................................................... iv 

Warranty Information ................................................................................... v 

Limited Warranty ....................................................................................... v 

Returning an Item Under Warranty for Repair ................................................ v 

Freight ..................................................................................................... v 

Patents ...................................................................................................... vi 

Chapter 1: Product Overview 

Features ...................................................................................................... 1 

Operation ................................................................................................... 1 

Construction ............................................................................................... 2 

Specifications .............................................................................................. 3 

Mechanical Specifications ............................................................................. 3 

Wheel Components ..................................................................................... 3 

Electrical .................................................................................................... 4 

Operation ................................................................................................... 4 

Environmental ............................................................................................ 4 

Cables and Connectors ................................................................................. 4 

Related Products and Accessories ............................................................... 5 

Chapter 2: Installation and Setup 

Unpacking the trackspot® Bolt Fixture ........................................................ 7 

Installing the Power Cord Cap ..................................................................... 7 

Power Cord Cap: UK Only ............................................................................. 7 

VIGTIG FIKKER HEDS INFORMATION - DANMARK ............................................ 8 

Mounting the trackspot Bolt Fixture ............................................................ 8 

Standing the Fixture on its End Handles ......................................................... 9 

Mounting the Fixture on a Truss or Other Support System ................................ 9 

Truss or Other Support System................................................................... 9 

Safety Cable............................................................................................. 9 

Clamps .................................................................................................... 9 

Mounting Procedure.................................................................................. 10 

Linking trackspot Bolt Fixtures .................................................................. 11 

Cable Connectors ....................................................................................... 11 

Connecting to a DMX512 Link ...................................................................... 12 

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Powering On the Fixture ............................................................................ 12 

Setting the DMX Start Channel ................................................................... 13 

Shutting Down the Fixture ......................................................................... 14 

Chapter 3: The Menu System 

Navigating the Menu System ...................................................................... 15 

The trackspot Bolt Menu Map ..................................................................... 16 

The trackspot Bolt Menu Options ............................................................... 18 

Address Menu (AddR) ................................................................................ 18 

Set Menu (SET) ......................................................................................... 19 

Setting Factory Defaults (FACT) ................................................................ 19 

Changing the Display Output (DSPL).......................................................... 19 

Inverting Pan (P/IN) ................................................................................ 19 

Inverting Tilt (T/IN) ................................................................................. 20 

Swapping Pan and Tilt (SWAP) .................................................................. 20 

Data Loss (DLOS).................................................................................... 20 

Press to store............................................................................. 20 

Defog Fan Mode (DEFG) ........................................................................... 21 

Mode Menu (MODE) ................................................................................... 22 

Selecting Protocol (PROT)......................................................................... 22 

Crossloading the Fixture (XLd) .................................................................. 22 

Test Menu (TEST) ...................................................................................... 23 

Homing the Fixture (HOME) ...................................................................... 23 

Lamp Test (LAMP) ................................................................................... 23 

Changing Boot Codes (BOOT) ................................................................... 23 

Performing Self Tests (SELF)..................................................................... 24 

Moving the Fixture to Setup Position (S/UP) ................................................ 24 

Information Menu (INFO) ........................................................................... 25 

Viewing the Current Software Version (VER) ............................................... 25 

Viewing the Unique Fixture ID (UNIQ) ........................................................ 25 

Monitoring Internal Fixture Temperature (TEMP).......................................... 25 

Viewing Fixture Hours .............................................................................. 26 

Viewing DMX Data for the Link (DATA) ....................................................... 27 

Viewing Lamp Hours (L/HR) ...................................................................... 27 

Resetting Lamp Hours (L/RS).................................................................... 27 

Monitoring the Fan Speed (FAN) ................................................................ 28 

Viewing the Current Motor and Display Versions (VER) ................................. 28 

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Chapter 4: Fixture Programming 

DMX Programming Overview ..................................................................... 29 

Full Speed verses MSpeed Control ................................................................ 29 

DMX Programming Options .......................................................................... 29 

Programming with a DMX Console ................................................................ 29 

DMX Parameters for trackspot Bolt Fixtures .............................................. 30 

Pan and Tilt ............................................................................................... 30 

Static Color Wheel ..................................................................................... 31 

Static Color Function .................................................................................. 31 

Static Color Position ................................................................................... 31 

Static Gobo Wheel ..................................................................................... 32 

Static Gobo Function .................................................................................. 32 

Static Gobo Position ................................................................................... 32 

Rotating Gobo Wheel ................................................................................. 33 

Rotating Gobo Wheel Function ..................................................................... 33 

Rotating Gobo Wheel Position ...................................................................... 33 

Rotating Gobo Rotate Function ..................................................................... 34 

Rotating Gobo Rotate Coarse/Rotating Gobo Rotate Fine ................................. 34 

Focus ......................................................................................................... 34 

Iris ............................................................................................................ 34 

Shutter ...................................................................................................... 34 

Dim ............................................................................................................ 35 

MSpeed (Motor Speed) .............................................................................. 35 

Macros ....................................................................................................... 35 

Control Settings ......................................................................................... 36 

Appendix A: MSpeed Conversion Table ................................................... 37 

Appendix B: Important Safety Information ............................................ 39 

APPENDICE B: IMPORTANTES INFORMATIONS SUR LA SÉCURITÉ ..................... 40 

ANHANG B: WICHTIGE HINWEISE FÜR IHRE SICHERHEIT ............................... 41 

APÉNDICE B: INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD .............................. 42 

APPENDICE B: IMPORTANTI INFORMAZIONI PER LA SICUREZZA ...................... 43 

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Chapter 1: 

Product Overview 

CHAPTER 1 


This chapter describes the features and specifications of the trackspot ® Bolt 

fixture along with a list of related products and accessories. 

The trackspot Bolt fixture features a state-of-the-art LED lighting engine outputting over 3,000 

lumens of pure white light in a small, fast moving mirror fixture. With rotating gobos, remote 

focus, anamorphic gobos and a wedged color wheel, trackspot Bolt sets a new standard for 

functionality in a moving mirror fixture. 

The LED source provides enhancements above non-LED fixtures. With no loss of output over 

years of use, reduced power consumption and less heat dissipation, the trackspot Bolt fixture is 

a perfect choice for long lasting efficiency. 

Utilizing new technology, every motion within the fixture is capable of high speed movement 

along with smooth, slow changes. The rotating lithopattern wheel has seven glass patterns all 

capable of indexing, rotating, and animating. The anamorphic fixed gobo wheel features seven 

patterns plus unique morphing transitions from pattern to pattern. 

Features 

• LED light engine with output better than a 250 MSR 

• Color wheel features nine colors plus open 

• Fixed Anamorphic Gobo wheel with seven etched positions, eight anamorphic positions plus 

open 

• Rotating Gobo wheel with seven Lithopatterns plus open 

• 15 degree beam angle 

• Remote Focus 

• Variable iris 

• Variable strobe 

• No lamp to change, LED source lasts over 30,000 hours 

• Electronic circuit design for smooth dimming 

Operation 

• 170° pan and 110° tilt movement 

• DMX-512 control 

• Auto switching Power 100V - 240V, 50/60Hz 

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Construction 

• High-resolution microstepping motor control for smooth motion 

• Computer-designed optical components for maximum light efficiency 

• Easy maintenance access 

• Low-noise, high-efficiency cooling system 

• Break-resistant mirror 

• 5-pin XLR connector 

• LED Menu System 

• ETL and CE compliance 

• Optional Roadcase 

• 3 year warranty 

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Specifications 

Mechanical Specifications 

Fixture weight (including yoke): 11.3 kg (25 lb) 

Shipping weight (Box + Fixture + Yoke): 17.2 kg (38 lb) 

CHAPTER 1 


Dimensions (including yoke): 371 mm x 370 mm x 760 mm (14.6 in x 14.6 in x 29.9 in) 

Shipping Box Dimensions: 457 mm x 404 mm x 879 mm (18.0 in x 15.9 in x 34.6 in) 

Wheel Components 

760 mm 

29.9 in 

271 mm 

10.7 in 

Lithopatterns: Diameter: 29 mm ± .25 mm (1.142 in ± .01 in) 

370 mm 

14.6 in 

Image Area: 23.8 mm ± 25 mm (0.937 in ± .01 in) 

205 mm 

8.1 in 

371 mm 

14.6 in 


CHAPTER 1 


Electrical 

Power consumption: 100-240V, 50/60Hz; 4.5 A 

Rated Lamp Life: 30.000 hrs 

Operation 

Pan: 150° 

Tilt: 110° 

Beam Angle: 15° 

Environmental 

Maximum ambient temperature: 45° C (113° F) 

Minimum distance to lighted object: 1 m (3.28 ft) 

Minimum distance to flammable objects: 1 m (3.28 ft) 

Cables and Connectors 

Warning: Class I equipment - For continued protection 

against electric shock connect this equipment to an 

earthed (grounded) power source only 

This equipment for connection to branch circuit 

having a maximum overload protection of 20 A 

Caution: Do not mount on a flammable surface 

Not for residential use 

Use in dry locations only 

Belden ® 3107A or equivalent (meets specifications for EIA RS-485 applications) with the 

following characteristics: 

• Two twisted pairs plus a shield 

• maximum capacitance between conductors - 30 pF/ft. 

• maximum capacitance between conductor and shield - 55 pF/ft. 

• maximum resistance of 20Ω / 1000 ft. 

• nominal impedance 100-140Ω 


Related Products and Accessories 

trackspot Bolt LithoPatterns 

Name Part Number 

CHAPTER 1 


Call Customer 

Service 

Wholehog ® 3 Lighting Console 25020001 

Road Hog ® Full Boar Lighting Console A6020001 

Road Hog ® Lighting Console A2020001 

Heavy duty 5-pin XLR cable (10’) 55050017 




Galvanized safety cable 12040001 

Cheeseborough clamp 55040014 

Mega-Claw clamp 67040007 


CHAPTER 1 



Chapter 2: 

Installation and Setup 

CHAPTER 2 


Installation includes mounting, connecting to power, and setting a start 

channel to configure the fixture for DMX control. 

Unpacking the trackspot ® Bolt Fixture 

Carefully unpack your fixture and verify that it arrived complete and without any damage. If any 

internal or external parts of the fixture are damaged you must notify both the shipping agent 

and your sales agent immediately. 

Do not discard the shipping carton and packing materials. The carton and packing materials 

are specifically designed to protect the product during transport. High End Systems assumes no 

responsibility for products damaged during transport. Any product being returned for repair 

must be shipped in its original shipping carton and packing materials. 

Note: Before sending anything to the factory, be sure to call your HES 

dealer/distributor for a Return Authorization (RA) number. The factory 

cannot accept any goods shipped without an RA number. 

Installing the Power Cord Cap 

The trackspot Bolt fixture ships with a US Edison connector. If your application requires a 

different connector, you must remove it and install the appropriate power cord cap before you 

connect the trackspot Bolt to a power outlet. The type of power cord cap depends on the 

location in which the trackspot Bolt will be used; different locations (even within the same 

country) might have different power cord cap requirements. 

Note: Because of the wide variety of power cord caps used worldwide, High 

End Systems cannot make specific recommendations for the 

particular power cord cap you should use. Contact a local authority if 

you are unsure which type of power cord cap you need. 

Power Cord Cap: UK Only 

The cores in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code: 

• green and yellow: earth 

• blue: neutral 

• brown: live 


CHAPTER 2 


Since the colors of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment may not correspond with the 

colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: 

• The core which is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug 

which is marked with the letter “E” or by the earth symbol , or colored green or green 

and yellow 

• The core which is colored blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the 

letter “N” or colored black 

• The core which is colored brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with 

the letter “L” or colored red 

VIGTIG FIKKER HEDS INFORMATION - DANMARK 

ADVARSEI: RESKYTTEKSE MOD ELEKTRISK SHOCK 

VIGTIGT! 

LEDERE MED GROEN/GUL ISOLATION 

MA KUN TILSLUTTES EN KLEMME MAERKET 

ELLER = 

CAUTION: Class 1 equipment. This equipment must be earthed 

Mounting the trackspot Bolt Fixture 

1 m 

WARNING! 

Equipment suitable for dry locations only. Do not expose this 

equipment to rain or moisture. 

This equipment must be earthed. 

CAUTION! 

Always use a secondary safety cable through the yoke when 

mounting this fixture. 

Mount the fixtures and controllers in a location that is away 

from direct heat and protected from moisture. 

Maintain a minimum focus distance of 1 meter. 

Do not mount within 1 meter of a flammable surface. 


Standing the Fixture on its End Handles 

CHAPTER 2 


The trackspot Bolt end handles are designed to support the weight of the fixture; however, 

make sure you observe the following guidelines: 

• The fixture must be located away from moving objects that could strike it and cause it to 

become unbalanced. 

• The fixture must be mounted on a sturdy, stable surface. 

• If the surface is other than floor height, make sure you use safety cables as described in the 

next section. 

Mounting the Fixture on a Truss or Other Support System 

WARNING! 

Before mounting, disconnect power to the fixture. If it has been 

operating, allow the fixture to cool for five minutes before handling. 

Truss or Other Support System 

If you are mounting the fixture(s) on a truss or another type of support, verify that the truss or 

support will handle the weight of all the devices you are mounting. The trackspot Bolt fixture 

with its yoke weighs 11.3 kg (25 lb). 

Safety Cable 

High End Systems strongly recommends that you use a safety cable when mounting any fixture. 

You must supply your own safety cable and verify that the cable is capable of supporting the 

weight of the fixture. You can order galvanized safety cables from your High End Systems 

dealer/distributor (see Related Products and Accessories on page 5). 

Clamps 

You must supply the required truss clamp and make sure it is capable of supporting the weight 

of the fixture with the yoke. You can order truss clamps from your High End Systems dealer/ 

distributor (see Related Products and Accessories on page 5). 

Make sure the fixture cannot be rotated all the way around (360°). (Using two clamps is a good 

way to do this). Allowing the fixture to rotate 360° could loosen the clamp mounting bolts. 


CHAPTER 2 


Mounting Procedure 

Because of the variety of conceivable lighting designs, you should consider the procedure below 

as a suggested guideline only. High End Systems cannot make specific recommendations for 

your particular lighting design or venue. 

To mount the fixture: 

CAUTION: 

Always stand on a firm, stable surface to mount a trackspot Bolt 

fixture. 

1. Attach a clamps using any of the three holes on the yoke. Use locking washers when 

attaching the clamp to the yoke 

2. Tighten the clamps firmly to the trackspot Bolt yoke and to the support. 

3. Loop one or more suitable safety cables around the support and around the trackspot Bolt 

yoke. 

CAUTION: 

Do not use the fixture handles as a safety cable attachment 

point. The trackspot Bolt handles are intended only for 

hand-lifting the fixture. 


Linking trackspot Bolt Fixtures 

CHAPTER 2 


The trackspot Bolt fixture operates on standard DMX512 link controlled by a DMX console. The 

number of fixtures on a link will be determined by the combined number of channels required by 

all the fixtures. A trackspot Bolt fixture requires a 21-channel footprint on a standard DMX512 

link. 

Cable Connectors 

Use data-grade cable and 5-pin XLR cable connectors to attach your fixture to the DMX link. 

The trackspot Bolt fixture accepts 5-pin XLR cable connectors. Cabling must have a male XLR 

connector on one end of the cable and a female XLR connector on the other end. 

Pin one is the common (cable shield), pin two is the data complement (negative), pin three is 

the data true (positive). Pins four and five are not used, but they allow a secondary data link to 

pass through the fixture. 

Common 

(cable shield) 

negative 

(data 

complement) 

1 

2 

3 

5 

4 

positive 

(data true) 

Male XLR Connector 

Grounding lug (inside XLR shell) 

positive 

(data true)* 

negative 

(data complement)* 

XLR shell 

positive 

(data true)* 

negative 

(data 

complement)* 

5 1 

4 2 

3 

positive 

(data true) 

Female XLR Connector 

*This data line is not used by the fixture, but allows data to pass through the fixture. 

Common 

(cable shield) 

negative 

(data 

complement) 

Test each cable with a voltage/ohm meter (VOM) to verify correct polarity and to make sure 

that the negative and positive pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or to each other. 

CAUTION! Do not connect anything to the ground lug on the XLR 

connectors. Do not connect or allow contact between the common 

(cable shield) and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common 

could cause a ground loop and/or erratic behavior. 


CHAPTER 2 


Connecting to a DMX512 Link 

To link one or more fixtures to a DMX controller: 

1. Connect the male XLR connector of a DMX Data cable to the controller’s DMX Data Out 

connector. 

2. Connect the Data cable’s female XLR connector to the Data In connector of the first (or 

next) fixture on the DMX link. 

3. Continue linking the remaining fixtures connecting a cable from the Data Out connector of 

each fixture to the Data In connector of the next fixture on the link. 

4. Terminate the link by installing a 120 ohm, 1/4 watt (minimum) terminator in the fixture’s 

Data Out (female) cable connector in the last fixture on each DMX link. A terminator on the 

last fixture of the link prevents data reflection, which can corrupt the data communication 

on the link. 

1 

2 

3 

5 

4 

1 20 

To construct a terminator: 

Powering On the Fixture 

1. Disassemble a male 5-pin XLR connector. 

2. Solder a 120 ohm resistor, minimum of 1/4 watt, between Pin 2 

and Pin 3. 

3. Reassemble the XLR connector. 

WARNING: 

This equipment is designed for connection to a branch circuit having 

a maximum overload protection of 20 A. 

CAUTION: 

Do not power on the fixture until verifying that the line cord cap is 

suitable for the power source in your location. For more information, 

see Installing the Power Cord Cap on page 7. 

To power on the trackspot Bolt fixture, simply connect it to a 10000V-240V AC power source. 

Once the fixture is connected to a power source, it automatically begins a homing procedure to 

verify that fixture components are functioning. 


Setting the DMX Start Channel 

CHAPTER 2 


Each trackspot Bolt fixture requires a block of 21 consecutive channels on a 512-Channel DMX 

link for standard protocol. 

Note: A reduced protocol using 20 channels is optional if your application 

only requires 8-bit control of LED Dimming. You can use the menu 

system to change the configuration to reduced protocol, (see 

Selecting Protocol (PROT) on page 22). 

To set the Start Channel on an 

trackspot Bolt fixture: 

1. Access the fixture’s menu 

system via the LED display 

on the fixture’s front 

panel. For a detailed 

description of the menu 

system, see Chapter 3: 

The Menu System on page 

15. 

2. To unlock the menu, press 

and hold the 

button until AddR appears 

on the LED display. Press 

the button to select. 

MENU button unlocks 

the menu and backs 

through menu levels 

3. The display will show the start channel currently assigned to the fixture. 

4. Use the and arrow buttons to select a valid DMX start channel from 0-491. 

The display will flash a new option ready for selection. For more information on addressing 

your fixture, see Address Menu (AddR) on page 18. 

5. Press the button to store the new DMX Start channel. The display will stop flashing 

when a new option is entered. 

When setting the Start channel on a fixture, remember: 

UP and DOWN 

arrows scroll to 

a value or option 

ENTER button 

selects an option 

or a menu value 

• A fixture’s physical location on the link does not have to coincide with the order of channel 

range assignments in the link. 

• The fixture’s channel range must not overlap any other device’s channel range on the link. 

When two devices on the same DMX link have overlapping channel ranges, one or both 

devices will be disabled or behave erratically. The single exception would be if two or more 

fixtures need to respond to controller commands in exactly the same way. In that case, 

those fixtures must be the same type and must share the entire channel range. 


CHAPTER 2 


Shutting Down the Fixture 

A DMX controller can shut down the fixture remotely with the Shutdown option in the Control 

Channel or you can simply disconnect from power. The trackspot Bolt fixture automatically 

shuts down in the event of DMX data loss longer than one minute. 


Chapter 3 

The Menu System 

You can use the fixture’s onboard menu system to configure and test the 

trackspot Bolt fixture. 

The onboard trackspot Bolt menu system allows you to: 

• Assign a DMX start channel. 

• Access fixture options such as homing the fixture, viewing fixture status, and performing 

self tests. 

• View all DMX values on the link. 

• Identify fixture errors. 

Navigating the Menu System 

After homing, The LED screen will display HES, BOLT, the software version in the form V 

Major.minor (V1.1 for example), the DMX address in the C### format, and, if the defog fan is 

running, DEFG. 

You can access and navigate the 

menu system via the four menu 

navigation buttons on the 

fixture’s front panel. 

The LED display shows the menu 

items you select from the menu 

map. When accessing fixture 

options, the display will flash 

when a new option is selected 

(by pressing the or 

arrow buttons), and 

stops flashing when a new 

option is stored (by pressing the 

button). 

MENU button unlocks 

the menu and backs 

through menu levels 

UP and DOWN 

arrows scroll to 

a value or option 

ENTER button 

selects an option 

or a menu value 

To access the menu system: press and hold the button until AddR appears on the 

display. The menu system is protected against inadvertent menu changes by requiring the 

button to be held for a few seconds before allowing entry to the menu system. 

To return to the previous option or menu without changing the value: press the 

button. 


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The trackspot Bolt Menu Map 

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Description 

ADDR C### Change the existing DMX start channel 

SET 

MODE 

FACT 

DSPL 

P/IN 

T/IN 

SWAP 

DLOS 

DEFG 

PROT 

XLd 

ON Set factory defaults on 

OFF Set factory defaults off 

ON Set the LED display on 

OFF Set the LED display off 

ON Set pan invert on 

OFF Set pan invert off 

ON Set tilt invert on 

OFF Set tilt invert off 

ON Set pan/tilt swap on 

OFF Set pan/tilt swap off 

SHRT 

Turns LED lamp off one second after DMX data 

is lost. 

LONG 

Retains LED lamp state after DMX data is lost 

until the unit is shutdown 

MOD1 

Defog fan runs @ 12V for 3 hours after 

shutdown (factory default). 

MOD2 Defog fan runs @ 20V after shutdown 

MOD3 

Defog fan runs @ 12V during operation and 3 

hours after shutdown 

MOD4 

Defog fan runs @ 20V during operation and 

after shutdown 

MOD5 No defog fan operation 

STD Selects Standard protocol (factory default) 

RED Selects Reduced protocol 

YES Crossloads to other trackspot Bolt fixtures 

NO Crossload function off 


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Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Option Description 

HOME HOLD Homes the fixture when hold is selected 

LAMP 

ON 

OFF 

Manually turns the LED light engine on 

Manually turns the LED light engine off 

NO Default safe mode 

BOOT 

YES 

DONE 

EMTY 

Indicates that boot copy has been performed 

and begins homing fixture 

indicates that spare boot is empty. Perform an 

upload to copy boot 

TEST 

PAN 

TILT 

PAN TESTING 

TILT TESTING 

Mirror movement function 

DIM DIM TESTING Shutter strobe movement 

SELF 

(Note 1) 

COLR 

LT1 

LT1R 

COLOR TESTING 

GOBO 1 TESTING 

GOBO ROT TESTING 

Static color wheel function 

Rotating Gobo Wheel: wheel movement 

Rotating Gobo Wheel: rotating gobo movement 

LT2 GOBO 2 TESTING Static Gobo Wheel movement 

IRIS IRIS TESTING Tests Iris function 

FCUS FOCUS TESTING Focus lens range 

S/UP 

OFF 

ON 

Setup mode for mechanical homing 

VER #### 

Shows the version of software currently loaded 

on the fixture 

UNIQ ######## Shows the fixture’s unique ID number 

CURR #### 

Shows the current temperature of the LED 

lighting engine. 

MAX #### 

Shows the maximum temperature of the LED 

lighting engine since last reset. 

TEMP 

MIN #### 

Shows the minimum temperature of the LED 

lighting engine since last reset. 

HOLD When you select Yes and HOLD, Max and Min 

INFO 

RST YES 

DONE 

temperature readings reset to Current. DONE 

displays when reset is complete. 

F/HR #### Shows number of fixture hours 

DMX 1-512 #### 

Shows the DMX data for the selected DMX 

channel on the link. 

L/HR #### Shows LED light engine hours 

L/RS 

NO 

YES DONE 

Select Yes to reset LED hours to zero. DONE 

displays when reset is complete. 

FAN 

On 

ERR 

Shows the rotations per second of the two fans 

located in the lamp power supply compartment 

M/VR 

MOTR 

DISP 

#### 

#### 

Shows Motor HW.SW version 

Shows LED display HW.SW version 


CHAPTER 3 


The trackspot Bolt Menu Options 

The sections below explain how to access the fixture options shown in the fixture’s menu map. 

This manual uses the following conventions in the descriptions for menus and menu navigation 

buttons: 

Example Meaning 

 

Press the appropriate LED display navigation button on the fixture. For example, the 

button on the LED display panel. 

Menu Option 

Italics are used to indicate the appropriate menu selection you should choose from the 

on-board menu system. For example, the AddR menu option. 

Address Menu (AddR) 

The DMX Start Channel is the first channel of a device’s channel range on a DMX link and 

identifies the fixture for the DMX controller. There are 512 available channels on each DMX 

universe divided among all the devices in a particular universe. A device must have a unique 

DMX Start Channel number in order to respond independently to controller commands. You 

must assign a DMX start channel to every fixture on the link. 

The Address menu allows you to change the DMX start channel that is currently assigned to the 

fixture. The fixture’s DMX channel range must not overlap any other device’s channel range on 

the link. When two devices on the same DMX universe have overlapping channel ranges, one or 

both devices will be disabled or behave erratically. 

Note: The single exception would be if two or more fixtures need to respond to 

controller commands in exactly the same way. In that case, those fixtures 

must be the same type and must share the entire channel range. 

The trackspot Bolt fixture requires a unique range of 21 channels on the DMX link for standard 

protocol. The last valid Start Channel on a DMX512 link is 491. 

To set the DMX start channel: 

1. Press and hold until AddR appears on the LED display. Press to select. 

2. Select a new DMX start channel. The LED display flashes when a new start channel is 

selected. 

3. Press to accept the new DMX start channel. The LED display stops flashing when a 

new option is entered. If you do not press , the new option you selected is not 

stored. 


Set Menu (SET) 

Setting Factory Defaults (FACT) 

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When you set this menu item on, all factory options return to their default settings. trackspot 

Bolt fixtures are shipped from the factory with the following default option settings: 

pan/tilt swap = off 

tilt invert = off 

The factory default menu option displays On if all the factory options are at the factory default 

settings. If any of the items listed above are not at the factory default setting, the display reads 

OFF. Selecting the OFF option will have no effect. To restore the factory default setting: 

1. Press and hold until AddR appears on the LED display. 

2. Scroll to the SET menu. Press to select. 

3. Scroll to the FACT menu (this will be the first menu displayed). Press . 

4. Scroll to ON to restore the factory option defaults. 

5. Press to store. 

Changing the Display Output (DSPL) 

You can manually turn the fixture’s LED display on or off. If you want to remotely change the 

display output (using a DMX console), see Control Settings on page 36. 

To turn the display off: 



3. Scroll to the DSPL menu. Press to select. 

4. Scroll to ON to set the LED display to normal intensity. 


Inverting Pan (P/IN) 

This menu item inverts the direction of the pan motor, to allow fixtures mounted opposite each 

other horizontally to respond to pan movement commands in the same direction. 

To invert the fixture’s pan motion: 



3. Scroll to the P/IN menu. Press to select. 

4. Scroll to ON to invert the fixture’s pan motion, or OFF to return the fixture’s pan motion to 

normal orientation. 


pan invert = off 

LED display = on and bright 

LED off with DMX data loss = short 

protocol = STD (standard) 


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Inverting Tilt (T/IN) 

This menu item inverts the direction of the tilt motor, to allow fixtures mounted opposite each 

other vertically to respond to tilt movement commands in the same direction. 

To invert the fixture’s tilt motion: 



3. Scroll to the T/IN menu. Press to select. 

4. Scroll to ON to invert the fixture’s tilt motion, or OFF to return the fixture’s tilt motion to 

normal orientation. 


Swapping Pan and Tilt (SWAP) 

This menu option swaps the pan motor and tilt motor operation to allow fixtures hung 

perpendicular to each other to respond to pan and tilt movement commands in the same 

direction. 

To swap pan and tilt motion: 



3. Scroll to the SWAP menu. Press to select. 

4. Scroll to ON to swap the fixture’s pan and tilt motion, or OFF to return the fixture’s pan and 

tilt motion to normal orientation. 


Data Loss (DLOS) 

Use this menu item to determine how the fixture will react in the event of DMX data loss by 

turning off the LED light engine upon Data Loss or keeping the LED light engine on until shut 

down. 

To select a data loss option: 



3. Scroll to the dLOS menu. Press to select. 

4. Scroll to LONG to turn the LED light engine off only when the fixture is shut down, or SHRT 

to turn off the LED light engine one second after data loss. 

Press to store. 


Defog Fan Mode (DEFG) 

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The trackspot Bolt features a fan inside the fixture that blows air across the inside of the output 

lens to clear fog(atmospheres) condensation. You can choose from four different modes plus off 

to control the Defog fan operation depending on your application’s requirement: 

To turn the defog fan off: 

MOD1 Defog fan runs @ 12V for 3 hours after shutdown (factory default). 

MOD2 Defog fan runs @ 20V after shutdown 

MOD3 Defog fan runs @ 12V during operation and 3 hours after shutdown 

MOD4 Defog fan runs @ 20V during operation and after shutdown 

MOD5 No defog fan operation 



3. Scroll to the dEFG menu. Press to select. 

4. Scroll to MOD5 to turn the fan off. 



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Mode Menu (MODE) 

Selecting Protocol (PROT) 

You can select between Standard protocol that provides 16-bit dimming control or Reduced 

protocol with 8-bit dimming control. The trackspot Bolt fixture ships with standard protocol as 

the default 

To select Reduced protocol: 

1. Hold until the display changes to AddR. 

2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the MOdE field and press . 

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the PROT field and press . 

4. Scroll to RED to set the fixture to reduced protocol. 


Crossloading the Fixture (XLd) 

The trackspot Bolt fixture can crossload software from one fixture to additional trackspot Bolt 

fixtures on the same link. 

To crossload software: 

1. Disconnect the data cable between the console and the first fixture. 

2. Hold on the master fixture (the fixture with the latest software version) until the 

display changes to AddR. 

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the MOdE field and press . 

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the XLd field and press . The master 

fixture will upload its software to all connected fixtures on the link. The slave fixtures will 

display UPLd during the process. After the fixtures have completed the upload, they will 

reset and home. 

5. Notes:If the fixture(s) take longer than one minute to reset after an upload, turn off the 

fixture(s) and repeat the procedure. If a new boot code was included with the latest 

software, you will need to store the boot code on each fixture. Refer to “Changing Boot 

Codes” on page 3-9. 


Test Menu (TEST) 

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The Test menu allows you to manually home the fixture and perform fixture self tests to 

determine the origin of mechanical problems. 

Homing the Fixture (HOME) 

This menu item allows you to manually home the fixture. To remotely home the fixture using a 

DMX console, see Control Settings on page 36. To manually home the fixture: 


2. Scroll to the TEST menu. Press to select. 

3. Scroll to the HOME option (this will be the first option displayed). 

4. Press to select. 

5. HOLD will be displayed. 

6. Press to select. The fixture will begin homing. 

Lamp Test (LAMP) 

The Lamp Test menu let you manually turn the LED light engine on or off. To access the lamp 

function: 


2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEST field and press to select. 

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the LAMP field and press . 

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to ON or OFF. 


Changing Boot Codes (BOOT) 

When the trackspot Bolt fixture is uploaded, occasionally it is necessary to include a new boot 

code with the latest software. This is apparent when bOOT dIff appears in the display. To accept 

and store the new boot code: 


2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEST field and press . 

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the bOOT field and press . The fixture 

will display dONE, RST, and home. 

Caution: Do not remove power from the fixture during the 

above procedure. 


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Performing Self Tests (SELF) 

The following self tests are available: 

Parameter Self-Test Description 

PAN Moves through the entire pan range 

TILT Moves through the entire tilt range 

DIM Tests LED Dimming function 

COLR Static color wheel function 

LT1 Rotating Gobo wheel movement 

LT1R Rotating Gobo wheel: rotating gobo movement 

LT2 Static Gobo wheel movement 

IRIS Tests Iris function 

FCUS Moves through the Focus range 

To start a self test process: 


2. Scroll to the TEST menu. Press to select. 

3. Scroll to the SELF menu. Press to select. 

4. Scroll to the desired option (listed above). 

5. Press to start the test. The fixture will perform the selected self test. 

6. Press to exit the test. 

Moving the Fixture to Setup Position (S/UP) 

Caution: The setup position is used only by qualified service 

personnel during maintenance. 

To place the fixture in setup position before servicing: 


2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEST field and press . 

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the S/UP field and press . The display will 

indicate SET NOW while the motors are electronically locked into place. 

4. Perform the appropriate maintenance procedures. 

5. Press to reset and home the fixture. 


Information Menu (INFO) 

The Information menu allows you to view current fixture information such as internal 

temperature, fixture hours, software version, and DMX data. 

Viewing the Current Software Version (VER) 

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This menu options lets you check the fixture’s software versions. The latest software is always 

available for download from www.highend.com. 

To view the version of software currently loaded on the fixture: 


2. Scroll to the INFO menu. Press to select. 

3. Scroll to the VER option. 

4. Press . The LED will display the fixture’s current software version. 

Viewing the Unique Fixture ID (UNIQ) 

To view the fixture’s identification number: 



3. Scroll to the UNIQ option. 

4. Press . The LED will display the fixture’s unique ID number. 

Note: This option also contains the commands for setting the ID number for 

the first time at the factory. In that case UP and DOWN will be 

displayed as the number is generated. 

Monitoring Internal Fixture Temperature (TEMP) 

The trackspot Bolt menu system lets you monitor the internal fixture temperature. You can view 

the current, maximum and minimum temperatures or reset the maximum and minimum 

temperature readings to the current temperature. 

To view the fixture’s current internal temperature: 


2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO field and press . 

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the TEMP field and press . 

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the CURR field and press . 

The fixture will display the current internal temperature followed by C (degrees centigrade). 


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To view the fixture’s minimum internal temperature (lowest ambient at power on): 




4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the MIN field and press . 

The fixture will display the minimum internal temperature followed by C (degrees 

centigrade). 

To view the fixture’s maximum internal temperature (since the last reset): 




4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the MAX field and press . 

The fixture will display the maximum internal temperature followed by C (degrees 

centigrade) for the CPU and the LPS locations. 

To reset the minimum and maximum temperature readings: 




4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the RST field and press . The display 

flashes YES until is pressed, then displays HOLD while resetting and DONE after 

resetting the maximum and minimum temperatures to the current internal temperature at 

the CPU and LPS locations. 

Viewing Fixture Hours 

To view the time a fixture has spent turned on: 



3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the F/HR field and press . The fixture will 

display the total fixture hours. 

Note: The display will indicate Hxxx for hours and M xx for minutes until 

H999. When fixture hours exceed 999, the display will no longer 

indicate minutes, instead it will use all four digits to display hours. If 

the display indicates OVER, the counter has rolled over 9999 hours 

and must be manually reset. 


Viewing DMX Data for the Link (DATA) 

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This procedure allows you to use a trackspot Bolt fixture to view DMX channel values all devices 

on the DMX link. Use this menu option to: 

• Checking current DMX values on this fixture 

• Test devices that do not have built-in DMX diagnostics 

• Check fixtures that are physically inconvenient to monitor directly 

If you experience a problem with a device on the link, use this menu to select a DMX channel in 

the device’s channel range and view its DMX value. After noting the value of the channel you 

selected, use your DMX console to change that channel’s value. 

If the value of the DMX channel you selected does not change, there may be a problem with the 

DMX cable or your transmitting device (i.e. DMX console). 

If the DMX channel value changes, but the device does not respond, the device may be faulty. 

Consult the documentation provided with that device for more information. 

To view DMX data for any device on the DMX link: 



3. Scroll to the dMX menu. Press to select. 

4. Scroll to the desired DMX channel (001 – 512). Channel numbers will flash. 

5. Press The DMX value for the selected channel will be displayed. 

Viewing LED Hours (L/HR) 

To view the number of hours the LED light engine has spent on since the last reset: 



3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the L/HR field and press to view the LED 

hours. 

Note: If the display indicates OVER, the counter has rolled over 9999 hours. 

Resetting LED Hours (L/RS) 

To reset LED light engine hours: 



3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the L/RS field and hold until the fixture 

resets the lamp hours to 0000. DONE displays when the reset is complete. 


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Monitoring the Fan Speed (FAN) 

To monitor the lamp power supply fan speed: 



3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the FAN field and hold . 

4. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the On to view the rotations per second of the 

lamp power supply fan. ERR will display if the fan is not running. 

Viewing the Current Motor and Display Versions (VER) 

This menu options shows you the currently loaded motor and LED display firmware. 

To view the current version: 


2. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the INFO menu and press to select. 

3. Using the up and down buttons, scroll to the M/VR option and press to select. 

4. Scroll to MOTR to view the motor version or DISP and press to view the current 

version. 


Chapter 4: 

Fixture Programming 

The trackspot Bolt fixture can be programmed to provide a hard edge 

beam with multiple colors, gobo patterns and effects. 

DMX Programming Overview 

A parameter is a fixture attribute that can be controlled to modify the light beam in terms of 

color, beam quality and pattern, intensity, or focus (position). DMX programming assigns a DMX 

value to each of the fixture’s parameters. A look (sometimes referred to a scene or a cue) is one 

combination of parameter settings. These looks are the building blocks for show creation. 

Full Speed verses MSpeed Control 

Some parameters can be set to operate at full speed or MSpeed (motor speed). Full speed 

operations are completed in the shortest length of time after the motor starts moving. With 

MSpeed control, change occurs smoothly over the entire MSpeed time value selected. For 

example, if you select an MSpeed time of 30 seconds, the motor will gradually change position 

until it reaches its new destination at the end of 30 seconds. 

DMX Programming Options 

Using a DMX controller, you can program an unlimited number of looks and retain direct control 

over the trackspot Bolt fixture at all times. 

Programming with a DMX Console 

Wholehog ® lighting consoles; and Hog ® 3PC software are available from High End Systems to 

control trackspot Bolt fixtures (see Related Products and Accessories on page 5). For 

information on whether your DMX controller supports trackspot Bolt fixtures, contact the 

controller’s vendor. For information on operating your fixture with a controller (or control device 

such as DMX control software), consult the documentation provided with the controller. 


CHAPTER 4 


DMX Parameters for trackspot Bolt Fixtures 

DMX console libraries define parameters for the following trackspot Bolt functions over a 

21-channel range (Standard protocol) or 20-channel range (Reduced protocol). DMX libraries 

are copyrighted and available in High End Systems consoles. 

For more information on developing libraries for DMX consoles from other manufacturers, 

contact High End Systems. 

Pan and Tilt 

Standard Protocol Channel 

Channel Function Channel Function 

1 

2 

Pan 

1 

2 

Pan 

3 

4 

Tilt 

3 

4 

Tilt 

5 Static Color Function 5 Static Color Function 

6 Static Color Position 6 Static Color Position 

7 Static Gobo Function 7 Static Gobo Function 

8 Static Gobo Position 8 Static Gobo Position 

9 Rotating Gobo Function 9 Rotating Gobo Function 

10 Rotating Gobo Position 10 Rotating Gobo Position 

11 Rotating Gobo Rotate Function 11 Rotating Gobo Rotate Function 

12 

13 

Rotating Gobo Rotate 

12 

13 

Rotating Gobo Rotate 

14 Focus 14 Focus 

15 Iris 15 Iris 

16 Shutter 16 Shutter 

17 

18 

Dim 

17 

18 

Dim 

MSpeed 

19 MSpeed 19 Macro 

20 Macro 20 Control 

21 Control 

The Pan and Tilt parameters control the trackspot Bolt fixture’s 150° pan range and 110° tilt 

range. Pan and Tilt functions each utilize two channels to provide 16 bit adjustment to a fraction 

of a degree. 

Pan and Tilt motion can be controlled with MSpeed values, (see MSpeed (Motor Speed) on page 

35). If you choose to use MSpeed for color or gobo changes without affecting Pan and Tilt 

parameters, set Pan/Tilt MSpeed OFF in the Control parameter. 


Static Color Wheel 

Static Color Function 

This parameter provides options for how you control the color selection: 

Static Color Function Description 

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Indexed Takes the quickest path and snaps to the chosen color on the wheel. 

Forward Spin Spins the wheel forward through the colors at variable speeds. 

Reverse Spin Spins the wheel in reverse through the colors at variable speeds. 

Continuous Rotates the wheel to any position within 360° 

Slow Scan Performs a scan of one static color position from each side at a slow rate 

Fast Scan Performs a scan of one static color position from each side at a fast rate 

Random Selects random static color positions at variable speeds. 

Blink Closes and opens the shutter between indexed static color changes. 

You can select either full speed or MSpeed (MSpeed control of the wheel motor) mode to control 

the motor speed of the function you choose. For more information on MSpeed, See MSpeed 

(Motor Speed) on page 35. 

Static Color Position 

This parameter lets you select one of nine dichroic colors, or open Static Color Wheel. 

1 

Position Description 

1 Open 

2 Red 

3 Yellow 

4 Indigo 

5 Dark Magenta 

6 Cyan 

7 Green 

8 Amber 

9 Pink 

10 Dark Blue 

9 

8 

10 

7 

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2 

5 

3 

4

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Static Gobo Wheel 

Static Gobo Function 

This parameter provides options for how you control the wheelspin and gobo selection on the 

Static Gobo Wheel. 

Static Gobo Function Description 

Indexed Takes the quickest path and snaps to the chosen gobo position on the wheel. 

Forward Spin Spins the wheel forward through the gobo positions at variable speeds. 

Reverse Spin Spins the wheel in reverse through the gobo positions at variable speeds. 


Slow Scan Performs a scan of one gobo position from each side at a slow rate 

Fast Scan Performs a scan of one gobo position from each side at a fast rate 

Random Selects random gobo positions at variable speeds. 

Blink Closes and opens the shutter between indexed gobo position changes. 

Note: You can access the transition patterns using the continuous Gobo function. 




Static Gobo Position 

This parameter lets you select from seven anamorphic patterns plus open on the Static Gobo 

Wheel. 

1 


1 Open 

2 Crosshatch 

3 Stars 

4 Tunnel 

5 Foliage 

6 Bolt 

7 Bars 

8 Burst 

7 

8 

6 

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4 

2 

3

Rotating Gobo Wheel 

Rotating Gobo Wheel Function 

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This parameter provides options for how you control the wheelspin and gobo selection on the 

Rotating Gobo Wheel. 

Static Gobo Function Description 

Indexed Takes the quickest path and snaps to the chosen gobo position on the wheel. 

Forward Spin Spins the wheel forward through the gobo positions at variable speeds. 

Reverse Spin Spins the wheel in reverse through the gobo positions at variable speeds. 


Slow Scan Performs a scan of one gobo position from each side at a slow rate 

Fast Scan Performs a scan of one gobo position from each side at a fast rate 

Random Selects random gobo positions at variable speeds. 

Blink Closes and opens the shutter between indexed gobo position changes. 




Rotating Gobo Wheel Position 

The Rotating Gobo Position parameter lets you select from the seven factory provided 

lithopatterns or open on the Rotating Gobo Wheel. 

1 


1 Open 

2 Bright Stars 

3 Framed 

4 Paper Stack 

5 In Stars 

6 Techno Wedge 

7 Gatlin Indigo 

8 Psy Dye Red/Yellow 

7 

6 

8 

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4 

2 

3

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Rotating Gobo Rotate Function 

The Rotating Gobo Function parameter setting determines how the individual aperture 

wheels on the Rotating Gobo Wheel move. 

Gobo Rotate Function Description 

Indexed Rotates the specified indexed aperture to any position 

Forward Rotate Forward aperture rotation from slowest to fastest 

Reverse Rotate Reverse aperture rotation from slowest to fastest 

Blink Closes and opens the shutter on rotate position changes 

Forward Animate Rotate Forward aperture rotation in strobing steps 

Reverse Animate Rotate Reverse aperture rotation in strobing step 




Rotating Gobo Rotate Coarse/Rotating Gobo Rotate Fine 

When the Rotating Gobo Function channel is set to Indexed or Blink, these two channels 

allows for 16-bit adjustment to the Rotating Gobo Wheel aperture position. 

When a rotate option is selected in the Rotating Gobo Function parameter, the Rotating 

Gobo Rotate Coarse parameter sets the selected aperture’s rotation speed from the slowest at 

a DMX value = 0 to the fastest at a DMX value = 255. 

Focus 

This parameter gives you control of the focus range.When the controller DMX value = 0, the 

focus is fully out. Increasing the value gradually moves the focus in to the maximum at a DMX 

value = 255. 

Iris 

This parameter controls the movement of the Iris. When the controller DMX value = 0, the iris is 

closed. Increasing the value gradually opens the iris until it is fully open at a DMX value = 255. 

Shutter 

The Shutter channel lets you select periodic strobing from slow to fast. 


Dim 

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In trackspot Bolt fixtures, the Dim parameter provides full dimming capability without changing 

the color temperature or the beam shape. The dim values range from Off at a DMX value = 0 to 

fully on when the DMX value = 255). Standard protocol provides 16-bit brightness control. 

Reduced protocol allows for 8-bit control. 

MSpeed (Motor Speed) 

The MSpeed sets the time required for a motor to complete movement when changing from 

one position to another. MSpeed provides a means for all motors to reach their target position 

at the same time, even though each motor may have different distances to travel. MSpeed 

movement is extremely smooth because the fixture controls its own movements and is not 

dependent on DMX refresh rates. 

MSpeed times vary from 0.15 seconds to 252.7 seconds. However, if you apply MSpeed to a 

parameter, be sure that the delay value (length of time allowed for the entire look) is longer 

than the MSpeed value to allow the motors to complete their movement before the end of the 

cue. An MSpeed value that is longer than the delay value could produce an undesirable result; 

for example, no light output during the scene. For a listing of exact MSpeed times, see Appendix 

A: MSpeed Conversion Table on page 37. 

MSpeed can be applied to the Pan and Tilt, Color, and Wheel functions. You can disable Pan and 

Tilt MSpeed with the Control channel to allow MSpeed to apply only to Color and Gobo wheel 

functions. 

Macros 

The Macro parameter controls Internal Effects macros. These are factory-programmed 

sequences that allow you to quickly program complicated looks in one scene (cue). Each 

Internal Effect macro modifies a specific set of parameters, while allowing user control of all 

other parameters in the scene. The amplitude of the position macro movement is determined by 

the Pan Coarse channel and Tilt Coarse channel, respectively. The MSpeed channel controls the 

speed of the macros. 

With the MSpeed set at the default value of DMX 0-4, an Internal Effects macro completes its 

movement in approximately 2.5 seconds. This provides a pleasing look when the additional 

variation given by using the MSpeed channel is not required. With the MSpeed set between DMX 

5-255, Internal Effects macros complete movement at the selected MSpeed time (up to 25 

seconds). 


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Control Settings 

The Control parameter activates certain Fixture functions. To access all trackspot Bolt Control 

settings (except for Pan & Tilt MSpeed Off), first select a control channel value, then set the 

Shutter channel to “0.” 

NOTE: The Control channel should not be crossfaded. 

Control Setting Description 

Safe Disables all Control settings for normal operation. 

Pan & Tilt MSpeed Off Sets Pan & Tilt MSpeed to ignore MSpeed settings. 

Display Off Sets display to off. Set Shutter parameter = 0 to 

Display On Turns on the display. 

access these control options. 

Home All Remotely homes the fixture. 

The Control channel should 

Shutdown Remotely deactivates the fixture. 

return to Safe mode after the 

desired command is issued. 


Appendix A: 

MSpeed Conversion Table 

The following table lists the MSpeed (motor) movement times and their corresponding DMX 

controller values. If you have a numeric-type controller, use the Value Decimal (dec.) column. 

If you have a fader-type controller, use the Value Percentage (%) column. If your controller 

allows you to program hex values, use the Value (hex) column. 

Time 

(sec.) Value 

(dec.) Value 

(%) Value 

(hex) 

0.15 255 100 FF 

0.15 254 100 FE 

0.17 253 99 FD 

0.19 252 99 FC 

0.21 251 98 FB 

0.25 250 98 FA 

0.29 249 98 F9 

0.35 248 97 F8 

0.41 247 97 F7 

0.47 246 96 F6 

0.55 245 96 F5 

0.63 244 96 F4 

0.73 243 95 F3 

0.83 242 95 F2 

0.94 241 95 F1 

1.05 240 94 F0 

1.18 239 94 EF 

1.31 238 93 EE 

1.45 237 93 ED 

1.60 236 93 EC 

1.75 235 92 EB 

1.92 234 92 EA 

2.09 233 91 E9 

2.27 232 91 E8 

2.46 231 91 E7 

2.66 230 90 E6 

2.86 229 90 E5 

3.07 228 89 E4 

3.29 227 89 E3 

3.52 226 89 E2 

3.76 225 88 E1 

4.00 224 88 E0 

4.25 223 87 DF 

4.52 222 87 DE 

4.78 221 87 DD 

5.06 220 86 DC 

5.34 219 86 DB 

5.64 218 85 DA 

Time Value Value Value 

(sec.) (dec.) (%) (hex) 

5.94 217 85 D9 

6.25 216 85 D8 

6.56 215 84 D7 

6.89 214 84 D6 

7.22 213 84 D5 

7.56 212 83 D4 

7.91 211 83 D3 

8.27 210 82 D2 

8.63 209 82 D1 

9.00 208 82 D0 

9.39 207 81 CF 

9.77 206 81 CE 

10.17 205 80 CD 

10.58 204 80 CC 

10.99 203 80 CB 

11.41 202 79 CA 

11.84 201 79 C9 

12.28 200 78 C8 

12.72 199 78 C7 

13.17 198 78 C6 

13.63 197 77 C5 

14.10 196 77 C4 

14.58 195 76 C3 

15.07 194 76 C2 

15.56 193 76 C1 

16.06 192 75 C0 

16.57 191 75 BF 

17.09 190 75 BE 

17.61 189 74 BD 

18.14 188 74 BC 

18.68 187 73 BB 

19.23 186 73 BA 

19.79 185 73 B9 

20.36 184 72 B8 

20.93 183 72 B7 

21.51 182 71 B6 

22.10 181 71 B5 

22.70 180 71 B4 


(sec.) (dec.) (%) (hex) 

23.30 179 70 B3 

23.92 178 70 B2 

24.54 177 69 B1 

25.17 176 69 B0 

25.80 175 69 AF 

26.45 174 68 AE 

27.10 173 68 AD 

27.76 172 67 AC 

28.43 171 67 AB 

29.11 170 67 AA 

29.80 169 66 A9 

30.49 168 66 A8 

31.19 167 65 A7 

31.90 166 65 A6 

32.62 165 65 A5 

33.34 164 64 A4 

34.08 163 64 A3 

34.82 162 64 A2 

35.57 161 63 A1 

36.33 160 63 A0 

37.09 159 62 9F 

37.87 158 62 9E 

38.65 157 62 9D 

39.44 156 61 9C 

39.44v 156 61 9C 

40.23 155 61 9B 

41.04 154 60 9A 

41.85 153 60 99 

42.68 152 60 98 

43.50 151 59 97 

44.34 150 59 96 

45.19 149 58 95 

46.04 148 58 94 

46.90 147 58 93 

47.77 146 57 92 

48.65 145 57 91 

49.54 144 56 90 

50.43 143 56 8F 

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MSpeed Conversion Table 


(sec.) (dec.) (%) (hex) 

51.33 142 56 8E 

52.24 141 55 8D 

53.16 140 55 8C 

54.09 139 55 8H 

55.02 138 54 8A 

55.96v 137 54 89 

56.91 136 53 88 

57.87 135 53 87 

58.84 134 53 86 

59.81 133 52 85 

60.79 132 52 84 

61.78 131 51 83 

62.78 130 51 82 

63.79 129 51 81 

64.80 128 50 80 

65.82 127 50 7F 

66.85 126 49 7E 

67.89 125 49 7D 

68.94 124 49 7C 

69.99 123 48 7B 

71.05 122 48 7A 

72.13 121 47 79 

73.20 120 47 78 

74.29 119 47 77 

75.38 118 46 76 

76.49 117 46 75 

77.60 116 45 74 

78.71 115 45 73 

79.84 114 45 72 

80.98 113 44 71 

82.12 112 44 70 

83.27 111 44 6F 

84.43 110 43 6E 

85.59 109 43 6D 

86.77 108 42 6C 

87.95 107 42 6B 

89.14 106 42 6A 

90.34 105 41 69 

91.55 104 41 68 

92.76 103 40 67 

93.98 102 40 66 

95.21 101 40 65 

96.45 100 39 64 

97.70 99 39 63 

98.95 98 38 62 

100.22 97 38 61 

101.49 96 38 60 


(sec.) (dec.) (%) (hex) 

102.77 95 37 5F 

104.05 94 37 5E 

105.35 93 36 5D 

106.65 92 36 5C 

107.96 91 36 5B 

109.28 90 35 5A 

110.61 89 35 59 

111.94 88 35 58 

113.28 87 34 57 

114.63 86 34 56 

115.99 85 33 55 

117.36 84 33 54 

118.73 83 33 53 

120.12 82 32 52 

121.5v 81 32 51 

122.91 80 31 50 

124.31 79 31 4F 

125.73 78 31 4E 

127.15 77 30 4D 

128.58 76 30 4C 

130.02 75 29 4B 

134.39 72 28 48 

135.86 71 28 47 

137.34 70 27 46 

138.82 69 27 45 

140.32 68 27 44 

141.82 67 26 43 

143.33 66 26 42 

144.85 65 25 41 

146.38 64 25 40 

147.92 63 25 3F 

149.46 62 24 3E 

151.01 61 24 3D 

152.57 60 24 3C 

154.14 59 23 3B 

155.71 58 23 3A 

157.30 57 22 39 

158.89 56 22 38 

160.49 55 22 37 

162.09 54 21 36 

163.71 53 21 35 

165.33 52 20 34 

166.96 51 20 33 

168.60 50 20 32 

170.25 49 19 31 

171.91 48 19 30 

173.57 47 18 2F 


(sec.) (dec.) (%) (hex) 

175.24 46 18 2E 

176.92 45 18 2D 

178.61 44 17 2C 

180.30 43 17 2B 

182.01 42 16 2A 

183.72 41 16 29 

185.44 40 16 28 

187.17 39 15 27 

188.90 38 15 26 

190.65 37 15 25 

192.40 36 14 24 

194.16 35 14 23 

195.92 34 13 22 

197.70 33 13 21 

199.48 32 13 20 

201.28 31 12 1F 

203.08 30 12 1E 

204.88 29 11 1D 

206.70 28 11 1C 

208.52 27 11 1B 

210.36 26 10 1A 

212.19 25 10 19 

214.04 24 9 18 

215.90 23 9 17 

217.76 22 9 16 

219.63 21 8 15 

221.51 20 8 14 

223.40 19 7 13 

225.30 18 7 12 

227.20 17 7 11 

229.11 16 6 10 

231.03 15 6 0F 

232.96 14 5 0E 

234.90 13 5 0D 

236.84 12 5 0C 

238.79 11 4 0B 

240.75 10 4 0A 

242.72 9 4 09 

244.70 8 3 08 

246.68 7 3 07 

248.68 6 2 06 

250.68 5 2 05 

246.68 7 3 07 

248.68 6 2 06 

250.68 5 2 05 

252.68 4 2 04 

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Appendix B: 


WARNING: For Continued Protection Against Fire 

1. Do not mount on a flammable surface. 

2. Maintain minimum distance of 1.0 meter (3.28 feet) from combustible materials. 

3. Replace fuses only with the specified type and rating. 

4. Observe minimum distance to lighted objects of 1.0 meter (3.28 feet). 

5. This equipment for connection to branch circuit having a maximum overload protection of 

20 A. 

WARNING: For Continued Protection Against Electric Shock 

1. If this equipment was received without a line cord plug, attach the appropriate line cord 

plug according to the following code: 

•Brown–live 

• Blue–neutral 

• Green/yellow–earth 

Note (For UK only): As the colours of the cores in the mains lead of this equipment may 

not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as 

follows: 

• the core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug 

which is marked with the letter “E” or by the earth symbol , or coloured green or green 

and yellow. 

• the core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with 

the letter N or coloured black. 

• the core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with 

the letter L or coloured red.This equipment must be earthed. 

2. Disconnect power before servicing. 

3. Equipment suitable for dry locations only. Do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. 

4. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. 

5. Class I equipment - this fixture employs a grounded type receptacle and is not intended for 

connection to a two wire, ungrounded source of supply. 

WARNING: For Continued Protection Against Injury To Persons 

1. Use secondary safety cable when mounting this fixture. 


Appendix B 


APPENDICE B: IMPORTANTES INFORMATIONS SUR LA SÉCURITÉ 

MISE EN GARDE: Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Incendies 

1. Ne pas monter les lampes sur une surface inflammable. 

2. Maintenir à une distance minimum de 1.0 mètre de matièresinflammables. 

3. Ne remplacer les fusibles qu'avec des modèles et valeurs assignées recommandés. 

4. Respecter une distance minimum de 1.0 mètre par rapport aux objets éclairés. 

5. Cet appareil de connexion au circuit de dérivation comporte une protection contre les 

surcharges de 20A. 

MISE EN GARDE: Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Chocs Électriques 

1. Assembler le câble électrique conformément aux instructions du manuel: 

2. Déconnecter le courant avant de d'effectuer des réparations. 

3. Cet équipement doit être uniquement utilisé dans des endroits secs.Ne pas l'exposer à la 

pluie ou l'humidité. 

4. Confiez l'entretien à un personnel qualifié. 

5. Equipement de Classe I - Cette piece fixe utilise une prise de courant branché à la terre et 

elle ne doit pas être branché à une source électrique, non reliée à la terre, à double fil. 

MISE EN GARDE: Pour Une Protection Permanente Contre Les Blessures Corporelles 

1. Lors de l'assemblage ou du montage, utiliser un câble de sécurité secondaire 


ANHANG B: WICHTIGE HINWEISE FÜR IHRE SICHERHEIT 

1. Das Gerät nie auf einer feuergefährlichen Fläche montieren. 

2. Stets einen Mindestabstand von 1 Meter zu brennbaren Materialien einhalten. 

Appendix B 


3. Zum Ersatz nur Sicherungen verwenden, die dem vorgeschriebenen Typ und Nennwert 

entsprechen. 

4. Einen Mindestabstand von 1 Meter zu den angestrahlten Objekten einhalten 

5. Dieses Gerät darf nur an eine Zweigleitung mit einem Überlastungsschutz von höchstens 

20A angeschlossen werden. 

WARNUNG: Zum Schutz Gegen Gefährliche Körperströme 

1. Bei der Installation des Netzkabels am Lampensockel folgen Sie bitte Anweisungen in 

diesem Handbuch. 

2. Vor Wartungsarbeiten stets den Netzstecker ziehen. 

3. Diese Geräte sind nur zum Einbau in trockenen Lagen bestimmt und müssen vor Regen und 

Feuchtigkeit geschützt werden. 

4. Überlassen Sie die Wartung qualifiziertem Fachpersonal. 

5. Dieses Gerät gehört zur Klasse 1 - Dieser Beleuchtungskörper verwendet eine geerdete 

Fassung und sollte nicht an eine zweipolige, ungeerdete Stromversorgung angeschlossen 

werden. 

WARNUNG: Zum Schutz Vor Verletzungen 

1. Verwenden Sie bei der Installation des Beleuchtungskörpers ein zusätzliches 

Sicherheitskabel. 


Appendix B 


APÉNDICE B: INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD 

ADVERTENCIA: Para Protección Continua Contra Incendios 

1. No monte el equipo sobre una superficie inflamable. 

2. Mantenga una distancia mínima de materiales combustibles de 1 metro. 

3. Cambie los fusibles únicamente por otros que sean del tipo y la clasificación especificadas. 

4. Observe una distancia mínima a objetos iluminados de 13 metro. 

5. Este equipo debe conectarse a un circuito derivado que tenga una protección máxima 

contra las sobrecargas de 20 A. 

ADVERTENCIA: Para La Protección Continua Contra Electrocuciones 

1. Ensamble la tapa del cordón de alimentación según las instrucciones del manual. 

2. Desconecte el suministro de energía antes de prestar servicio. 

3. Este equipo se adecua a lugares secos solamente no lo exponga a la lluvia o humedad. 

4. Consulte al personal cualificado. 

5. Equipo de Clase 1 Este aparato emplea un enchufe hembra del tipo unido a tierra, y no 

tiene por finalidad conectarse a una fuente de alimentación bifilar y sin puesta a tierra. 

ADVERTENCIA: Para Protección Continua Contra Lesiones Corporales 

1. Use cable secundario de seguridad al montar este aparato. 


Appendix B 


APPENDICE B: IMPORTANTI INFORMAZIONI PER LA SICUREZZA 

AVVERTENZA: Per La Prevenire Di Incendi 

1. Non montare su superfici infiammabili. 

2. Mantenere l' apparecchio ad una distanza minima di 1 metro da materiali combustibili. 

3. Rimpiazzare I fusibili utilizzando solo quelli del tipo e della portata (Corrente nominale/ 

velocita') specificata. 

4. Mantenere una distanza minima da oggetti illuminati di 1 metro. 

5. Questo apparecchio deve essere collegato alla rete con ínterruttore automatico 20A. 

AVVERTENZE: Per La Prevenzione Costante Di Scosse Elettriche 

1. Assemblare il terminale del cavo seguendo il manuale delle istruzioni. 

2. Scollegare la corrente prima di eseguire la riparazione. 

3. Attrezzature idonee per luoghi asciutti solo. Non esporre questo apparecchio a pioggia o 

umidità. 

4. Per qualsiasi riparazione rivolgersi a personale specializzato. 

5. Aparecchio di Classe I. Questa apparecchiatura deve essere messa a terra. 

AVVERTENZE: Per La Prevenzione Costante Di Danni Fisici Alle Persone 

1. Utilizzare cavi di sicurezza secondario quando si monta questo apparecchio. 


Appendix B

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