Eurolite LED WF-100 Water Effect

Introduction

Thank you for choosing Eurolite. This manual provides important information for the correct operation and maintenance of your LED WF-100 Water Effect. Please read it carefully to ensure long-term enjoyment of your purchase.

Product Features

• LED projection effect for water reflections with color wheel & DMX
• 1 powerful 100 W COB (chip-on-board) cold white (CW) LED
• Animation wheel; manual focus
• Dimmer; adjustable color change; stepless rotation speed
• Water effect; strobe effect
• Color wheel with 5 dichroic filters plus open, half colors selectable, rainbow effect with adjustable speed in both directions
• 8 integrated show programs
• Temperature-controlled fan cooling
• Control via QuickDMX via USB (optional); W-DMX by Wireless Solution (optional); CRMX by LumenRadio (optional); stand-alone; DMX; Master/slave function; Sound to light via Microphone
• Flicker-free
• DMX fail mode (hold; blackout)
• 45° beam angle
• Mounting bracket
• 4 rubber feet
• 4-digit 7-segment LED display
• Mains input and output for power linking up to 8 units
• Suitable for applications such as: clubs/dance schools; weddings/galas/events; trade fairs and shop fitting; restaurants, bars, and hotels
• Application possibility: suspended; on stand

Safety Instructions

WARNING! Read these safety warnings carefully and use the product only as described in this manual to avoid accidental injury or damage.

Intended Use

• This device is an LED projector for creating decorative lighting effects, designed for professional use in event technology (e.g., on stages). It is not suitable for household lighting.
• Use the device only as instructed. Failure to follow these instructions voids the warranty and the manufacturer assumes no liability for resulting damage.
• The manufacturer assumes no liability for material or personal damage caused by improper use or non-compliance with safety instructions.
• Unauthorized modifications are not permitted for safety reasons and will void the warranty.

Danger due to electricity

• Indoor use only. Do not use outdoors. Never expose to rain or moisture. Do not store in damp rooms.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open any part of the device. No user-serviceable parts inside.
• Connect only to a properly installed mains outlet protected by a residual current breaker (RCD). Ensure voltage and frequency match the device's rating. If the mains cable has an earthing contact, connect to a protective ground outlet. Never defeat the protective ground.
• The mains outlet must be easily accessible for quick unplugging.
• Never touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.
• The mains cable must not be bent or squeezed. Keep away from hot surfaces and sharp edges.
• Always pull the plug, not the cable, to disconnect.
• Unplug during lighting storms, long periods of non-use, or before cleaning.
• Do not expose to high temperatures, direct sunlight, dripping/splashing water, strong vibrations, or heavy mechanical stress.
• Do not place liquid-filled objects or open flames (e.g., candles) on or near the device.
• Ensure no objects, especially metal parts, can fall into the device.
• Repairs must be carried out by qualified personnel. Seek repairs if the device or cable is visibly damaged, liquid has spilled, objects have fallen in, the device was exposed to rain/moisture, it was dropped, or malfunctions occur.
• Cleaning is limited to the surface. Use a soft, lint-free, moistened cloth. Never use alcohol or solvents. Prevent moisture from entering connection areas or live parts.

Danger to children and people with restricted abilities

• This product is not a toy. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. Never leave the device running unattended.
• This device may only be used by persons with sufficient physical, sensory, and intellectual abilities, knowledge, and experience. Others may use it only if supervised or instructed by a responsible person.

Warning - Risk of Burns and Fire

• Admissible ambient temperature range (Ta): -5 to +45°C. Do not operate outside this range.
• Housing temperature (Tc) can reach up to 55°C during use. Avoid contact with persons and materials.
• Maintain a minimum distance of 50 cm from illuminated surfaces (indicated by the - - -m symbol on the device).
• Keep away from highly flammable materials. Ensure sufficient air circulation. Maintain 50 cm of free space around the device. Never cover the air vents.
• Operate only in moderate climates, not tropical climates.

Warning - Risk of Injuries

• Do not look directly at the light source. Persons with photosensitive epilepsy may suffer seizures or lose consciousness.
• Ensure the product is set up or installed safely and securely to prevent it from falling. Comply with national standards and rules (e.g., EN 60598-2-17).
• If unqualified, do not attempt installation yourself; use a professional installer. Improper installation can cause injury or property damage.
• The manufacturer is not liable for damages from incorrect installations or insufficient safety precautions.
• For overhead use, always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment (e.g., safety bond or net).
• Block the area below the installation site during rigging, derigging, or servicing.
• For commercial use, comply with country-specific accident prevention regulations.

Caution - Material Damage

• Do not connect to mains voltage via a dimmer.
• Lighting effects are not designed for continuous operation. Allow breaks to extend the device's lifespan.
• Avoid switching the device on and off at short intervals, as this significantly reduces its service life.
• If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuations, do not switch it on immediately. Resulting condensation may destroy the device. Allow it to reach room temperature and wait for condensation to evaporate.
• Use original packaging for transport and storage to protect against vibration, dust, and moisture.
• Do not remove the serial number label, as this voids the guarantee.

Description of the Device

The device features the following components:

Installation

WARNING! Risk of injury caused by falling objects. Devices in overhead installations can cause severe injuries if they fall. Ensure the device is securely installed and cannot fall. Installation must be carried out by a specialist familiar with hazards and regulations.

The device can be placed on the floor or fastened to a truss or similar rigging structure. It must never be fixed swinging freely.

1. The rigging structure must support at least 10 times the weight of all fixtures to be installed.
2. Block access below the work area and work from a stable platform during installation.
3. Use rigging hardware compatible with the structure and capable of bearing the device's weight. Refer to the "Accessories" section for suitable hardware.
4. Secure the device with a safety bond or other secondary attachment. This attachment must be sufficiently dimensioned according to industrial safety regulations and constructed so that no part of the installation can fall if the main attachment fails. Attach the safety bond through the safety eyelet, ensuring a maximum drop distance of 20 cm in case of a fall.
5. To align the device, release the fixation screws at the mounting bracket, adjust the desired inclination angle, and retighten the screws.
6. After installation, the device requires periodic inspections to prevent corrosion, deformation, and looseness.

Connections

DMX512 Control

A DMX512 data link is required for DMX control. The device has 3-pin XLR connectors.

1. Connect the output of your DMX controller to the DMX input (DMX IN) of the device using a DMX cable.
2. Connect the DMX output (DMX OUT) of one device to the DMX input of the next unit in the chain. Always connect one output to the input of the next unit until all units are connected.
3. At the last unit, the DMX cable must be terminated. Use an XLR plug with a 120 Ω resistor soldered between Signal (-) and Signal (+) in the DMX output.
4. If the cable length exceeds 300 m or more than 32 DMX devices are connected, a DMX signal amplifier is recommended for reliable data transmission.

XLR Connection:

• DMX-output (XLR mounting-socket): Pin 1: Ground, Pin 2: Signal (-), Pin 3: Signal (+)
• DMX-input (XLR mounting-plug): Pin 1: Ground, Pin 2: Signal (-), Pin 3: Signal (+)

Wireless DMX Transmission

The device features an alternative DMX input for a QuickDMX receiver (sold separately). CRMX and WDMX receivers are also compatible. This allows DMX control signals to be transmitted wirelessly, eliminating complex wiring. The connector is a USB port providing 5 V operating voltage for the receiver.

Occupation of the USB port:

• +5V
• D-
• D+
• GND

Connection to the Mains

The device uses an auto-range power supply accepting input voltages between 100 and 240 volts.

1. Connect the device via the mains cable to a grounded mains socket. The unit is now switched on.
2. To switch off, disconnect the power plug.
3. Do not connect to mains voltage via a dimmer. For convenience, use a switchable mains outlet.
4. The POWER OUT jack allows for powering additional devices. To interconnect multiple devices, connect the POWER OUT jack of one unit to the POWER IN jack of the next. Matching power cables with P-Con plugs are available as accessories. Up to 8 devices can be linked at 230/240 V input voltage, and up to 4 devices at 110/115 V input voltage.

Operation

The built-in control panel has four operating buttons and a display showing operational statuses. After connecting to mains, a short initialization occurs. The display briefly shows the firmware version, then the last operating mode. Settings are stored even when disconnected from mains. The device can be operated in stand-alone mode via the control panel or in DMX-controlled mode via a DMX controller. Wireless DMX is also possible with a suitable receiver. Operating modes can be selected manually.

Turn the objective lens to adjust focus for a sharp projection.

Operating Buttons

Mode Indicators:

• Mode indicator flashes: DMX/Slave mode
• Mode indicator solid on: Master mode
• Sound indicator flashes: Fixture in sound mode

Menu Structure

Default settings are shaded.

Stand-alone Mode

Automatic Mode

In automatic mode, 8 show programs are available that run at an adjustable speed.

1. Press the MENU button until Auto is displayed. Confirm with ENTER. Use UP and DOWN to select the desired show program (Aut1–Aut8). Confirm with ENTER.
2. SP is displayed for running speed. Confirm with ENTER. Use UP and DOWN to adjust the speed from SP01 (slow) to SP99 (fast). Confirm with ENTER.

Sound Control

The integrated microphone allows the unit to reproduce show programs in rhythm with the music (with sufficient bass).

1. Press the MENU button until SoUn is displayed. Confirm with ENTER. Use UP and DOWN to select the desired show program (SoU1–SoU8). Confirm with ENTER.
2. SE is displayed for microphone sensitivity. Confirm with ENTER. Use UP and DOWN to adjust sensitivity to music volume (SE00 = low, SE98 = high).

Manual Settings

In menu MAun, various manual settings can be adjusted.

1. Press the MENU button until MAun is displayed. Confirm with ENTER.
2. The display shows diMM for dimmer (000-255). Confirm with ENTER. This is followed by Stro for strobe (000-255), Colo for color wheel (000-255), rotA for water effect wheel 1 (000-255), and rotb for water effect wheel 2 (000-255).
3. Confirm with ENTER.

Set

Fan

Choose between silent and normal operation.

dSiP

Flip the display by 180° for better viewing when the fixture is hung from a truss or ceiling. Use diSP to revert.

LoSt

Hold DMX values or switch to blackout (bLAc) if no DMX signal is received.

rESt

Restore factory settings. Settings will revert to their default values (shaded in Menu Structure).

inFo

uEr

Displays the software version.

tEMP

Displays the internal temperature of the device.

Hour

Displays the total operating hours of the device.

Interconnecting Several Devices (Master/Slave Operation)

Several devices (max. 32) can be interconnected. The master unit synchronizes and controls all slave units without a DMX controller. Devices must be set to the corresponding operating modes.

1. Configure all slave units before connecting the master unit: Press MENU until Addr is displayed. Confirm with ENTER.
2. Connect the DMX output of the master unit to the DMX input of the first slave unit. Then connect the DMX output of the first slave unit to the DMX input of the second slave unit, and so on, until all units are chained. The master unit must be the first in the chain. Do not connect a DMX controller to the master unit's DMX input.
3. Set the master unit to the desired operating mode: Auto, SoUn, or manual Mode (MAun). The interconnected devices will now operate synchronously.

DMX Operation

Setting the Number of DMX Channels and DMX Starting Address

For operation with a DMX512 controller, the device uses 5 control channels. The DMX starting address must be set for the first DMX channel, depending on your DMX controller. Refer to the controller's documentation.

1. Press MENU until Addr is displayed. Confirm with ENTER.
2. The DMX starting address menu (A001) appears. Use UP and DOWN to set the address. Confirm with ENTER.
3. The display shows Chnd. Confirm with ENTER. The display shows CH05 (5 DMX channels). Confirm with ENTER.
4. A dot blinks when DMX signals are received. The display blinks if no control signals are available.

Note: Ensure that DMX channels do not overlap to control each device correctly and independently. If multiple devices share an address, they will work synchronously.

Functions in DMX Mode

5-Channel Mode

Cleaning and Maintenance

The exterior should be cleaned periodically to remove contaminants like dust. Lenses must be clean for maximum brightness.

1. Disconnect the device from power and allow it to cool before cleaning.
2. Clean surfaces with a soft, lint-free, moistened cloth. Never use alcohol or solvents, as they may damage the surface. Prevent moisture from entering the device.
3. The device must be dry before reapplying power.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not open the housing or attempt repairs, as this is a safety risk. Maintenance and service operations must be performed by authorized dealers. Use only genuine spare parts. Contact your dealer for further questions.

Replacing the Fuse

If the fine-wire fuse blows, replace it with a fuse of the same type and rating.

1. Disconnect the device from power and allow it to cool.
2. Open the fuse holder at the mains connection with a screwdriver.
3. Remove the old fuse and insert the new one.
4. Carefully push the fuse holder back into its position before reapplying power.

Protecting the Environment

Disposal of old equipment: When the device is to be permanently taken out of operation, take it to a local recycling plant for environmentally sound disposal. Devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of as household waste. Contact your retailer or local authorities for more information. Remove any inserted batteries and dispose of them separately.

Battery disposal: As an end user, you are legally required to return all used batteries/rechargeable batteries. Disposal in household waste is prohibited. Return used batteries free of charge to collection points in your municipality and wherever batteries are sold. By properly disposing of used devices and batteries, you contribute to environmental protection.

Technical Specifications

Accessories

All information is subject to change without prior notice. © 21.01.2025