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X4 Atom User Manual (v.0.1) 

User settings, utilities, and readouts 

The  LCD  display  on  the 

X4  ATOM  PSU

 

provides access to user settings, utilities, and 
readouts.  

The  top  line  displays  the  PSU  firmware 
version, head firmware version, DMX mode, 
and dimming mode.  

  The DMX mode options are N (normal), W 

(white), and C (compressed).  

  The dimming mode options are L (linear), S (soft), and E (extra soft).  

For example, “V1.00/05/NS” indicates that the PSU is running ver. 

1.00

 firmware on its 

CPU with ver. 

05

 head firmware. It is set for 

N

ormal DMX mode and 

S

oft dimming mode.  

Press Mode to enter the menu. Use Up/Down keys to scroll options. Press Enter to get 
to the next level or confirm selection. Press Mode to cancel and return to the main menu.  

 MODE - ENTER 

 

Remarks 

DMX Start Address  

1-511 

DMX start address for PSU 

DMX LED Start Address 

1-504 

DMX start address for output 1 

Special 

 

 

 

Manual DMX 

Output commands without a controller 

 

 

Master Intensity 

0-255 

Set Master Intensity level 

 

 

Fixture 

1-12 

Select fixture/output to control  

 

 

Zoom 

0-255 

Set zoom level  

 

 

Special 

0-255 

Set Special functions  

 

 

White Temperature 

0-255 

Set Color temperature level 

 

 

Dimmer 

0-255 

Set Dimmer level 

 

 

Shutter 

0-255 

Set Shutter level 

 

 

White 

0-255 

Set White level 

 

 

Blue 

0-255 

Set Blue level 

 

 

Green 

0-255 

Set Green level 

 

 

Red 

0-255 

Set Red level  

 

 

Color Wheel 

0-255 

Set color wheel level 

 

Adjust 

 

 

 

Key code 

xxxx 

Enter code to unlock Adjust menu

1

  

 

 

Display Contrast 

-8 to 8 

Adjustment for the Display contrast 

 

 

PWM Freq. Adj. 

582-618 

Adjust PMW frequency

2

  

 

 

Max Zoom adjust 

-99 to 99 

Calibration of Zoom-offset  

 

 

Self Inspection 

Runs a self-diagnostic test and checks 
head firmware  

                                            

1

 For service personnel. Contact GLP Service to obtain code.  

2

 PMW freq. can also be adjusted by DMX. 

V1.00/ 05/ N S  

PSU firmware

 

Head Firmware 

DMX mode 

Dimming mode

 

Summary of Contents for X4 ATOM series

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual series preliminary version 0 1 ...

Page 2: ...Notes ...

Page 3: ... 7 4 Shutter 16 7 5 Fixed Colors RGBW model 16 7 6 Color Mixing RGBW model White Balance Tunable White model 17 7 7 Zoom 17 7 8 Color Correction 17 8 DMX Channels 18 8 1 Normal Mode RGBW Heads 56 110 DMX Channels 18 8 2 Normal Mode Tunable White Heads 38 74 DMX Channels 19 8 3 Compressed Mode RGBW Heads 38 74 DMX Channels 20 9 Cleaning and Maintenance 21 9 1 Cleaning 21 9 2 Fuse replacement 21 10 ...

Page 4: ... 1 Parts Identification 1 1 Power Supply Unit PSU 12 output PSU shown 6 output PSU similar LCD display and control buttons clamp attachment point ATOM power and data outputs power switch fuse holder AC input AC output DMX input DMX output Sockets for Omega bracket attachment ...

Page 5: ...roducts GmbH WWW GLP DE X4 Atom User Manual v 0 3 5 tilt lock screw vent plug 1 2 X4 Atom Head ATOM Connector sockets 4 yoke floor stand ATOM power and data input Connect to ATOM PSU ONLY fan safety cable attachment ...

Page 6: ...e internal damage to the fixture With a high power light source this can happen quickly potentially melting components or starting an internal fire within seconds Potentially hazardous light concentration can occur whether fixtures are powered on or off To avoid problems observe the following precautions at all times Never expose the front of a fixture to direct sunlight or any other strong light ...

Page 7: ...s Avoid placing lighting heads in locations where there is risk of accidental contact 7 Repair maintenance and installation work shall be performed only by GLP certified technicians or other qualified lighting professionals These operations require common trade knowledge that is not explicitly provided in this manual 8 Use only original spare parts Any structural modification on the system will te...

Page 8: ... an IP 65 rating the X4 ATOM heads are suitable for outdoor use The PSU however must be installed in a dry location Heads may be rigged in any orientation or placed on a level surface When installing keep the lighting head at least 0 5 m 20 in from flammable materials including curtains and stage scenery Accessories are available to mount the X4 ATOM in a range of configurations These fasten quick...

Page 9: ...e backwards Operating on the Floor Upright The X4 ATOM can be placed upright on a floor or other level surface using the included yoke bracket floor stand unfolded as shown to right Attach the bracket as described above Loosen the tilt lock screw spread the inner and outer brackets tilt the head to the desired angle and tighten the tilt lock screw Hanging a single head Heads can be rigged individu...

Page 10: ...ack of the head Then slide the connector socket of the second head backwards onto the other side of the connector Verify that each head is securely locked to the connector To remove an ATOM connector from a socket press the pin to unlock Slide the connector backwards off of the socket Up to twelve X4 ATOM heads can be connected vertically in a single column Do not hang more than 1 X4 ATOM horizont...

Page 11: ... level surface It has an IP 22 rating and must be installed in a dry location When placed on a level surface or inside a rack additional securing is usually not required Provide at least 10 cm 4 in clearance on each side for ventilation Ensure that the air vents on either side are not blocked If using a rigging clamp to hang the X4 ATOM PSU the clamp can be fastened to the PSU using an omega brack...

Page 12: ...t socket may be used to supply up to 18 A to additional devices Connect a suitable cable to the AC output with a grey powerCon connector Check the current draw of the connected devices and do not exceed a total of 18 A The maximum total current load in the AC daisy chain is 20A including the first PSU 4 2 DMX Data The X4 ATOM PSU provides 5 pin male and female XLR sockets for USITT DMX 512 Standar...

Page 13: ...eads to which additional heads may be connected easily with ATOM Connectors to assemble a matrix up of up to 4 by 12 heads The Trussbar s coupler attachment slots allow the couplers to be positioned between the bracing of any truss The alignment pins ensure a precise end to end installation of multiple units alignment pins sliding coupler attachment points ...

Page 14: ...MX start address for PSU DMX LED Start Address 1 504 DMX start address for output 1 Special Manual DMX Output commands without a controller Master Intensity 0 255 Set Master Intensity level Fixture 1 12 Select fixture output to control Zoom 0 255 Set zoom level Special 0 255 Set Special functions White Temperature 0 255 Set Color temperature level Dimmer 0 255 Set Dimmer level Shutter 0 255 Set Sh...

Page 15: ...all Set dimming mode Linear dimming Select linear dimming curve Extra soft dimming Select extra soft dimming curve Soft dimming Select soft dimming curve DMX input monitor Read DMX levels Master Intensity 0 255 Display Master Intensity DMX value Fixture 1 12 Select output to monitor Zoom 0 255 Display Zoom DMX value Special 0 255 Display Special Functions DMX value White Temperature 0 255 Display ...

Page 16: ...tain this value until a factory reset is performed or the PWM frequency is re adjusted via DMX or the control panel Synchronize all fixtures with output 1 For synchronized control of all fixtures you can force the PSU to copy the DMX levels on output 1 to all other outputs To initiate synchronized control hold the level for 0 5 seconds To resume individual fixture control set the channel to No Fun...

Page 17: ...mperatures from approximately 2700K to 10 000K can be achieved 7 7 Zoom The zoom function is available in all DMX modes It allows you to vary the beam angle from a narrow 3 5 spot to a wide 34 flood 7 8 Color Correction Color correction from 2700K to 10 000K is available on both the RGBW and Tunable White models in Normal DMX mode It is not available in Compressed DMX mode Color correction can be ...

Page 18: ... RGBW control Red Amber Warm Yellow Yellow Green Turquoise Cyan Blue Lavender Mauve Magenta Pink White CTO 3200K White 5600K White CTB 7200K Rainbow Effect Stop Rainbow Effect slow to fast Random Colors slow to fast 0 2 3 5 6 8 9 12 13 15 16 18 19 21 22 24 25 27 28 30 31 34 35 37 38 40 41 43 44 46 47 49 50 51 88 89 100 0 7 8 15 16 23 24 31 32 39 40 47 48 55 56 63 64 71 72 79 80 87 88 95 96 103 104...

Page 19: ...slow to fast Ramp down random slow to fast Pulse random slow to fast Strobe with b o pause random slow to fast Strobe random slow to fast Shutter open 0 5 6 18 19 31 32 43 44 56 57 78 79 94 95 100 0 15 16 47 48 79 80 111 112 143 144 199 200 239 240 255 5 11 17 23 29 35 41 47 53 59 65 71 White balance Cool White 0 100 0 255 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 White balance Warm White 0 100 0 255 7 1...

Page 20: ... up random slow to fast Ramp down random slow to fast Pulse random slow to fast Strobe with b o pause random slow to fast Strobe random slow to fast Shutter open 0 5 6 18 19 31 32 43 44 56 57 78 79 94 95 100 0 15 16 47 48 79 80 111 112 143 144 199 200 239 240 255 4 10 16 22 28 34 40 46 52 58 64 70 Color mixing Red 0 100 0 255 5 11 17 23 29 35 41 47 53 59 65 71 Color mixing Green 0 100 0 255 6 12 1...

Page 21: ...erval Method Lens weekly soft brush lint free cloth Fan and air vents monthly vacuum cleaner airbrush etc 9 2 Fuse replacement Disconnect the PSU from AC mains power before replacing the fuse If the PSU fails to power up when connected to a known good source of AC power replace the main fuse The fuse is located in a panel mounted holder next to the power switch Always disconnect the PSU from the m...

Page 22: ...5 rated XLR connector Mounting Position Any see relevant chapter in the manual Lighting System Additive Color mixing LED Type 1 x Osram Ostar RGBW multi chip Lifetime 50 000 h Wavelength optimized for maximum presentable color space Optical System Full RGBW High efficiency lens system for maximum output Shutter Dimmer Strobe Effect with variable speed between 1 10 flashes per second Random Pulse E...

Page 23: ... per output Fuse protection Micro fuse 5x20 mm T10A Operational Parameters Max Ambient Temperature 5 45 C integrated overheating switch 40 113 F Protection IP20 rated Mounting Position Any see relevant chapter in the manual Rigging Options 1 x M10 socket For direct coupler 2 x Camlock For omega bracket 2 x Attachment point For safety cable Data Entry Backlit Graphic LCD Display with 4 button contr...

Page 24: ... per output Fuse protection Micro fuse 5x20 mm T5A Operational Parameters Max Ambient Temperature 5 45 C integrated overheating switch 40 113 F Protection IP20 rated Mounting Position Any see relevant chapter in the manual Rigging Options 1 x M10 socket For direct coupler 2 x Camlock For omega bracket 2 x Attachment point For safety cable Data Entry Backlit Graphic LCD Display with 4 button contro...

Page 25: ...German Light Products GmbH WWW GLP DE X4 Atom User Manual v 0 3 25 11 Dimensions 11 1 X4 Atom Head Dimensions ...

Page 26: ...German Light Products GmbH WWW GLP DE 26 X4 Atom User Manual v 0 1 11 2 X4 Atom PSU 12 Dimensions 89 206 324 158 129 ...

Page 27: ...German Light Products GmbH WWW GLP DE X4 Atom User Manual v 0 3 27 11 3 X4 Atom PSU6 Dimensions 89 2 06 133 104 ...

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