GLP IMPRESSION X5 (02) PDF Document

The following symbols are used in the GLP IMPRESSION X5 user documentation to indicate important safety information:

When operating the GLP IMPRESSION X5, adhere to the following electrical safety guidelines:

• Do not allow the fixture to come into contact with water or moisture.

• Use only a source of AC mains power that complies with local building and electrical codes and has both overload and ground-fault (earth-fault) protection.

• Ensure that the fixture is electrically connected to ground (earth).

• Disconnect the fixture from AC mains power before carrying out any installation or maintenance work and when the fixture is not in use.

• Disconnect the fixture from power immediately if any seal, cover, cable, connector or other component is damaged, defective, deformed or showing signs of overheating. Do not reapply power until the fixture has been repaired and made safe by an authorized technician.

• Check that all power distribution equipment, cables and connectors are in perfect condition, rated for the electrical requirements of all connected devices, suitable for their application and suitable for the installation environment.

• Use only a Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 cable connector for AC mains power input. If the connector is not in perfect condition, install a new one.

• Use a power cable that is minimum 14 AWG or 1.5 mm², minimum 16 A-rated and temperature-rated. In the USA and Canada, cables must be UL-listed, type SJT or equivalent. In the EU, cables must be type H05VV-F or equivalent.

• Disconnect the fixture from power before attempting to replace the main fuse. Replace the fuse with one of the specified type only.

• Be aware that some internal components carry a high voltage and can remain live for up to 30 minutes after the power supply has been disconnected.

To ensure fire safety and protect against burns with the GLP IMPRESSION X5, follow these precautions:

• Do not operate the fixture if the ambient temperature exceeds 45° C (115° F).

• The hottest parts of the fixture’s surface can reach up to 100° C (212° F). Avoid contact by persons and materials. Allow the fixture to cool for at least 30 minutes before handling it.

• Keep the fixture well away from flammable materials.

• Do not illuminate surfaces within 1 m (40 in.) of the fixture, as the light output is powerful enough to cause burns or fire at close range.

• Keep all combustible materials (e.g. fabric, wood, paper) at least 10 cm (4 in.) away from the fixture.

• Ensure there is free and unobstructed airflow around the fixture. Provide a minimum clearance of 30 cm (12 in.) around fans and air vents.

• Do not place any optical components other than genuine GLP accessories onto the front of the fixture.

• Do not stick filters or other materials onto the fixture or block the light output. The front surface becomes hot and can melt or ignite objects in contact with it.

• The fixture’s optical components can focus the sun’s rays, creating a risk of fire. Do not expose the front of the fixture to sunlight or any other intense light source.

Eye Safety:

The GLP IMPRESSION X5 is a Risk Group 2 lighting fixture. Possibly hazardous radiation is emitted.

• Do not stare into the light output from the fixture, as it may be harmful to the eyes.

• Do not look at the fixture’s light output with optical instruments or any device that may concentrate the light output.

• Ensure that persons near or working on the fixture are not looking directly into the light output when it lights up suddenly.

• Provide well-lit conditions to reduce the pupil diameter of anyone working on or near the fixture.

Strobe Safety:

• Flashing light, particularly at 5 – 30 Hz, may cause seizures in persons with photosensitive epilepsy. Do not use strobe effects for extended periods.

• Comply with local regulations on the use of strobe lighting and notify the public in advance with highly visible warning signs.

• If a seizure occurs, stop using strobe effects and seek professional medical help. Note the time the seizure starts and finishes. Call for emergency help if the seizure lasts more than five minutes, it is the person’s first seizure, or if the person is injured. While waiting for help, protect the person from injury, lay them on their side with their head supported, and loosen any tight clothing around their neck. Do not use force to hold or restrict the person, and do not put anything in their mouth.

To ensure personal safety during installation of the GLP IMPRESSION X5, follow these rules:

• Do not touch motorized moving assemblies.

• The fixture is heavy. Apply the tilt lock and carry it by holding the yoke.

• Installation must be performed by qualified personnel only and in accordance with applicable regulations.

• The fixture is not portable when installed.

• Ensure the supporting structure and hardware can hold at least ten times the weight of the load. All rigging hardware must be approved for the weight of the fixture.

• Fasten the fixture to a structure only as directed and with approved, rated hardware. Do not use a safety cable as the primary support.

• When installing in any orientation other than hanging vertically, you must use a GLP impression X5 Omega Bracket with Handles accessory.

• Check that installation hardware is in perfect condition. Fasteners must be steel grade 8.8 strength or better. Nuts must be self-locking. Rigging clamps must be half-coupler type that completely encircle the truss chord.

• If using an M10 bolt in the baseplate for rigging, it must protrude a minimum of 10 mm and a maximum of 15 mm into the mini-base.

• Allow a minimum center-to-center distance of 465 mm / 18.3 in. between fixtures.

• If installed where it could cause injury if it falls, use a secondary attachment (safety cable) that can support ten times the fixture’s weight and complies with EN 60598-2-17 Section 17.6.6.

• Secure the installation against forces like wind or vibration. Monitor weather and take down the installation if conditions become unsafe.

• Check that all covers and rigging hardware are secure before use. Do not operate with missing or damaged parts.

• Restrict access below the work area and always work from a stable platform.

• If the fixture is damaged, stop using it immediately and disconnect it from power.

• Do not modify the fixture. Install genuine GLP parts only.

To prevent damage to the GLP IMPRESSION X5, follow these precautions:

General Precautions:

• Before powering on, check that the head is unlocked and free of obstacles in its full movement range.

• Do not drop the fixture or expose it to mechanical stress.

• Protect the LCD display and control panel from shocks.

• Do not lift or carry the fixture by its head. Carry it by the yoke with the tilt lock applied.

• Do not expose the fixture to heat from other lighting fixtures.

• Clean optical components only as directed. Oils and solvents can damage lens coatings.

• Use only original spare parts and do not make any structural modifications.

Avoiding Damage from Light Sources:

• Do not point the front of the fixture towards the sun or other strong light sources. This can cause internal damage, melt components, or start a fire within seconds, whether the fixture is on or off.

• In outdoor applications during daylight, ensure the front face is shielded or points away from the sun, even when not in use.

• Do not aim other high-powered beam lights directly at the fixture.

Avoiding Damage from Dust and Airborne Particles:

• Regularly inspect the fixture to ensure there is no accumulation of dirt, especially on the front glass and air vents.

• If cleaning is necessary, follow the instructions in the ‘Service and maintenance’ section.

To transport and store the GLP IMPRESSION X5 correctly:

• Transport the fixture in a flightcase or its original packaging to protect it from shocks.

• Before placing the fixture in its flightcase, release the tilt lock and slide the zoom car fully into the head. Check that the protective liner in the flightcase will hold the head securely.

• Store the fixture in a dry location when not in use.

To carry the GLP IMPRESSION X5, apply the tilt lock and lift the fixture by the yoke. For more convenient handling, you can install an optional X5 Omega Bracket with Handles on the baseplate and use that for carrying.

To remove the fixture from a flightcase for installation on a truss:

1. Either install a rigging clamp directly on the fixture using the M10 threaded hole in the baseplate, OR install a GLP Omega Bracket 89mm or the X5 Bracket with Handles on the baseplate using the camlock points.

2. Lift the fixture straight up out of the flightcase and hang it on the truss chord.

To remove the fixture from a flightcase to place on a horizontal surface:

1. Fasten the supplied X5 Tripod floor stand to the fixture using the camlock attachment points in the baseplate.

2. Lift the fixture straight up out of the flightcase, turn it so the baseplate faces downwards, and place it onto the surface.

To identify the front of the GLP IMPRESSION X5, look at the safety attachment points in the fixture’s baseplate. When the pan is centered at 0°:

• The attachment point colored black is on the front (stage side) of the fixture.

• The attachment point colored grey is on the back of the fixture.

In any location where the fixture could cause injury or damage if it falls, you must secure it with an approved safety cable. To do this:

1. Pass the safety cable through one of the two safety attachment eyelets in the base of the fixture. Do not use any part of an installed floor stand or Omega Bracket for safety cable attachment, as this will leave the fixture unsecured.

2. Pass the safety cable through or around a secure anchoring point, such as a rigging truss, take up as much slack as possible, and then lock the safety cable closed.

3. Check that the safety cable will hold the fixture safely if the primary attachment fails.

To install the GLP IMPRESSION X5 standing upright on a stable horizontal surface:

1. Line up the camlock pins in the supplied X5 Tripod floor stand with the camlock fastener points in the baseplate. Insert the pins fully and turn their handles 90° clockwise to lock.

2. To prevent the fixture from falling over during sudden head movements, use the slots provided in the X5 Tripod to immobilize it with a ratchet strap or straps. Fasten the straps to suitable anchoring points, remove any slack, but do not overtighten them.

3. Make sure the head will not collide with another fixture or any object when it moves through its full pan and tilt ranges.

To mount the GLP IMPRESSION X5 on a rigging truss at any angle other than with the head hanging vertically downwards, you must use the X5 Omega Bracket with Handles accessory.

1. Install two suitable half-coupler type rigging clamps on the Omega Bracket.

2. Fasten the Omega Bracket to the fixture’s baseplate by inserting its camlock fasteners into the receptacles and turning the fastener handles a full 90° to lock them.

3. Fasten the half-coupler rigging clamps securely around a truss chord.

4. Secure the fixture against clamp failure with a safety cable. Fasten the safety cable to one of the attachment points in the fixture base, not to the Omega Bracket.

5. Ensure the head will not collide with any other object when it moves.

You can suspend the GLP IMPRESSION X5 with the head hanging vertically downwards only by bolting a rigging clamp directly to the fixture. Here is how:

1. Obtain a suitable half-coupler type rigging clamp and an M10 grade 8.8 steel bolt. Check that the bolt will protrude a minimum of 10 mm and a maximum of 15 mm into the base of the fixture when tightened.

2. Fasten the bolt through the clamp and into the M10 threaded hole in the center of the fixture’s baseplate so the clamp is held securely.

3. Fasten the rigging clamp securely around a rigging truss chord or similar bar.

4. Secure the fixture against clamp failure using a safety cable attached to the fixture’s baseplate.

The GLP IMPRESSION X5 is powered on as soon as power is applied. Before connecting, check that the head is unlocked, will not collide with anything, and that nobody is looking directly at the fixture.

To connect the fixture to power:

1. Check that the Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 connector on the power input cable is in perfect condition.

2. Line up the keys in the TRUE1 connector correctly with the keyways in the MAINS IN socket on the fixture.

3. Insert the connector into the socket. Do not use force. If there is resistance, you may have lined up the keys incorrectly.

4. Twist the connector fully clockwise to lock. Listen for a ‘click’ that indicates it is locked.

5. Release the tilt lock, check clearance around the head, and then apply power to the power input cable.

When installing a mains power plug on the supplied power cable for the GLP IMPRESSION X5, use the following color coding:

The GLP IMPRESSION X5 can be controlled via DMX. It has 5-pin XLR IN and THRU sockets for connection to a DMX cable link. Use certified DMX cable only for daisy-chains.

The connectors use the standard DMX pinout:

• Pin 1 = Ground

• Pin 2 = Negative / data cold

• Pin 3 = Positive / data hot

• Pins 4 and 5 are not used.

Regular cleaning is essential for the performance and lifetime of your GLP IMPRESSION X5. Follow these guidelines:

• Disconnect the fixture from power and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.

• Do not use solvents, abrasives, or any other aggressive product to clean the fixture.

• Use a vacuum cleaner and soft brush to remove dust from surfaces and air vents. Prevent cooling fan blades from spinning while vacuuming to avoid damage.

• Do not let optical components come into contact with oil or grease. Wear clean, dry, lint-free gloves before touching them.

• Clean glass components by wiping gently with alcohol wipes or a soft, clean, lint-free cloth moistened with a weak detergent solution. Apply the solution to the cloth, not the surface.

• Dry the fixture with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth or low-pressure compressed air before reapplying power.

Cleaning intervals depend on the operating environment. Check the fixture and adjust intervals as necessary. Below are suggested intervals based on typical installations:

If the GLP IMPRESSION X5 appears completely shut down even with power applied, the main fuse may have blown. The main fuse is located in a fuseholder in the base.

1. Disconnect the fixture from power before replacing the fuse.

2. Open the fuseholder with a flat-headed screwdriver.

3. Replace the fuse only with a new fuse of the same type and rating.

If the fuse blows repeatedly, disconnect the fixture from power and contact GLP for service and repair.