EK Blinder III C User Manual

Safety

General Instruction

• The products referred to in this manual conform to the European Community Directives and are therefore marked with CE.
• The unit is supplied with hazardous network voltage (230V~). Leave servicing to skilled personnel only.
• Never make any modifications on the unit not described in this instruction manual, otherwise you will risk an electric shock.
• Connection must be made to a power supply system fitted with efficient earthing (Class I appliance according to standard EN 60598-1). It is, moreover, recommended to protect the supply lines of the units from indirect contact and/or shorting to earth by using appropriately sized residual current devices.
• The connection to the main network of electric distribution must be carried out by a qualified electrical installer. Check that the main frequency and voltage correspond to those for which the unit is designed as given on the electrical data label.
• This unit is not for home use, only professional applications.
• Never use the fixture under the following conditions:
  • in places subject to vibrations or bumps;
  • in places with a temperature of over 40 °C.
• Make certain that no inflammable liquids, water or metal objects enter the fixture.
• Do not dismantle or modify the fixture.
• All work must always be carried out by qualified technical personnel. Contact the nearest sales point for an inspection or contact the manufacturer directly.
• If the unit is to be put out of operation definitively, take it to a local recycling plant for a disposal which is not harmful to the environment.

Warnings and installation precautions

• If this device will be operated in any way different to the one described in this manual, it may suffer damage and the guarantee becomes void. Furthermore, any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit, burns, electric shock, etc.
• Before starting any maintenance work or cleaning the projector, cut off power from the main supply.
• Always additionally secure the projector with the safety rope. When carrying out any work, always comply scrupulously with all the regulations (particularly regarding safety) currently in force in the country in which the fixture's being used.
• Install the fixture in a well ventilated place.
• Keep any inflammable material at a safe distance from the fixture.
• Shields, lenses or ultraviolet screens shall be changed if they have become damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired.
• The lamp (LED) shall be changed if it has become damaged or thermally deformed.
• Never look directly at the light beam. Please note that fast changes in lighting, e.g. flashing light, may trigger epileptic seizures in photosensitive persons or persons with epilepsy.
• Do not touch the product's housing when operating because it may be very hot.

Introduction

FEATURES

• 380W RGBA +90W WW LED
• 2800-10000K Variable color temperature
• Ra≥90, R9≥90
• Fan-free design and quiet operation suitable for studio use
• Selectable PWM frequency for flicker-free video with any camera
• 4 dimming curves with 16-bit control for smooth dimming
• Consistent color temperature throughout the dimming curve
• Built-in macros make for easy programming of stunning effects
• Compact body and light weight

SPECIFICATIONS

• Light Source: 380W RGBA, WW:90W LED
• Color Temperature: variable 2800-10000K, W:3148
• Luminous flux: 6020lm
• CRI≥90
• Beam Angle: 59.3°
• Filed Angle: 100°
• Tilt: 360°
• Strobe: 0-30Hz
• Dimmer: 4 dimming curves
• Mains: 100-240V, 50-60Hz, 122W
• Protocol: DMX512, RDM
• Power connection: PowerCorn in/out, linking up to 21pcs
• DMX connection: DMX in/out, linking up to 32pcs
• DMX Channel: 1CH/5CH/7CH/10ch1/10ch2/12CH/13CH/15CH/28CH
• IP Grade: IP20
• Ambient: 0-40°C
• Physical Dimensions: 415*93.7*231.7mm
• Weight: 3.7kg

Dimension

The following diagram illustrates the dimensions of the EK Blinder III C:

Width: 380 mm

Depth: 93.7 mm

Height: 183.5 mm

Overall Height with mounting bracket: 231.7 mm

Mounting hole diameter: Φ13 mm

Overview

The EK Blinder III C features the following components:

• 1. LCD Display
• 2. Fuse
• 3. Power In
• 4. Power Out
• 5. DMX In
• 6. DMX Out

Basic Functions and Operation

Startup initialization: Left and right keys.

Shortcut: When on the main interface, press and hold up and down buttons for 3 seconds to display in reverse.

Battery display: When there is no external power supply, long press and hold the right button for 3 seconds to enter the setting menu parameters.

Photometrics

Beam Angle: 59.3°

The following table shows the illuminance and beam diameter at different distances:

Power Connection

The EK Blinder III C can be linked together for power. Up to 21 units can be connected in series.

Diagram showing three units connected in a daisy-chain for power.

DMX Connection

The EK Blinder III C can be controlled via DMX512. Up to 32 units can be linked in series for DMX control.

Diagram showing three units connected in a daisy-chain for DMX signal.

DMX MODE

Installation

Notice

• This product is only suitable for indoor use, with a protection level of IP20. The lighting fixtures should be kept clean and avoid use in damp or dusty environments.
• Maintenance should be carried out every three months.
• Qualified professionals are only allowed to install, operate, and maintain lighting fixtures, and ensure strict adherence to the procedures described in this manual.
• The lighting fixtures should be installed in a well ventilated area, at least 50CM away from the wall, and the ventilation holes should be checked for smoothness. Do not look directly at the light source to avoid damage to the eyes.
• The electrical connections must be operated by qualified installation personnel.
• Each lamp should be securely grounded and electrically installed in accordance with relevant standards.
• Do not use power cords with damaged insulation layer, and do not place the power cord on other wires. When the lamp is not in use or clean, please unplug the power cord and do not forcefully plug or drag the power cord directly.
• If the back cover of the lamp is equipped with a safety buckle or connection hole, for safety reasons, please use a safety rope to penetrate the connection hole for auxiliary lifting.

Diagram showing multiple fixtures mounted on a truss structure.

Diagram showing a close-up of a mounting bracket and safety rope attachment point.

Menu

The EK Blinder III C features a comprehensive menu system for controlling various parameters. The following tables detail the menu structure and options:

Blinder2-C Menu

DMX Chart

The following tables detail the DMX channel assignments and functions for the EK Blinder III C.

Blinder2-C DMX Channel

Maintenance

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING THE UNIT

• Make sure the area below the installation place is free from unwanted persons during setup.
• Switch off the unit, unplug the main cable and wait until the unit has cooled down.
• All screws used for installing the device and any of its parts should be tightly fastened and should not be corroded.
• Housings, fixations and installation spots (ceiling, trusses, suspensions) should be totally free from any deformation.
• The main cables must be in impeccable condition and should be replaced immediately even when a small problem is detected.
• It is recommended to clean the front at regular intervals, from impurities caused by dust, smoke, or other particles to ensure that the light is radiated at maximum brightness. For cleaning, disconnect the main plug from the socket. Use a soft, clean cloth moistened with a mild detergent. Then carefully wipe the part dry. For cleaning other housing parts use only a soft, clean cloth. Never use a liquid, it might penetrate the unit and cause damage to it.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Contact an authorized service center in case of technical problems or not reported in the table cannot be resolved by the procedure given in the table.

Contact Information

EKINC.
Address: NO.55 Zhongzhun Road, Cuiheng New District, Zhongshan City, Guangdong Province
Phone: 0086 (0760) 88280099
Website: www.eklights.com