AIR18Z
PROLIGHTS
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Air 18Z

ORDER CODE: AIR18Z

Air 18Z is a true designers tool. Taking the LEDs, optical system and effects of the DIAMOND family into a linear form factor for a flexible new look on stage.
With individual pixel control, infinite pan, and independant zoom for each line of pixels, the creative possibilities of the Air 18Z are endless.

Main features:

  • 18x15W RGBW Osram Ostar LEDs
  • 1:11 / 6° - 66° zoom range
  • Continuous pan rotation
  • Dual zoom
  • Pixel control of every individual LED
  • Advanced onboard effects generator with dynamic macros, static patterns, adjustable foreground and background colours, speed and rotation

PHOTO GALLERY

Technical specifications

LIGHT SOURCE
  • Source: 18x15W RGBW Osram Ostar LEDs
  • Luminous flux: 8'800
  • Lux: (6°) 17'230 lx - (66°) 1'649lx @3 m full
  • Source life expectancy: > 50.000 h
OPTICS
  • Zoom range: 6° - 66° motorised linear zoom
  • Lens type: honeycomb gapless plano-convex optics
  • Other: 2 layer zoom control
COLOUR SYSTEM
  • Colour mixing: RGBW / FC
  • CCT: CCT control through dedicated DMX channel
  • White presets: 2.800 K ~ 9.000K
  • Colour wheel: virtual colour wheel with macros
  • Macros: built-in white presets
DYNAMIC EFFECTS
  • Pixel patterns: pre-programmed dynamic and static patterns
  • FX generator: adjustable foreground/background colour, index, speed, direction
  • Special features: Pixels controlled through On/Off switch for simplified control and budget friendly
CONTROL
  • Supported Protocols: DMX512, RDM
  • DMX channels: 25 / 27 / 36 / 99ch
  • Pixel control: pixel2pixel control through on/off switch
  • Wireless Control: Optional Wireless Solution receiver
  • RDM: for remote addressing and parameter configuration
  • Display: LCD high resolution colour display
  • Firmware upgrade: via DMX with UPBOXPRO/UPBOX2 (not included)
  • Hibernation: power safe mode when lost DMX
  • Master/Slave: for synchronised operation of more units linked in a chain
MOVEMENT
  • Pan: 630° - 8/16-bit resolution with 360° endless rotation
  • Tilt: 265° - 8/16-bit resolution
  • Position feedback: automatic repositioning after external movement
ELECTRONICS
  • Dimmer: linear 0 ~ 100% electronic dimmer
  • Strobe / shutter: 1 - 25 Hz, electronic
  • Display battery: included, self-charging battery backup
ELECTRICAL
  • Mains power supply: 100-240V - 50/60Hz
  • Max power consumption (230V): 270W
  • Output (at 230V): 8 units on a single power line
  • Standby power: 20W
CONNECTIONS
  • Signal connection: XLR 5p IN/OUT connectors
  • Power connection: powerCON TRUE1 IN/OUT
PHYSICAL
  • IP rating: IP20
  • Cooling: heat pipe with low-noise fan
  • Housing: Aluminium structure with high-resistance polycarbonate cover
  • Finish: black
  • Operating temperature: Ta -10 to +45 °C (+14 to +113 °F)
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 550x342x200mm / 21.65''x13.46''x7.87''
  • Weight: 13kg / 28.66lbs
INSTALLATION
  • Suspension and fixing: any position with quick-lock omega brackets
CERTIFICATIONS / REPORTS
  • Compliance: CE, UKCA, RCM
BOX CONTENT

Versions

Accessories & Related Products

OS24PLUS
OS24PLUS
(Optional)
Quick-lock omega bracket, M12 hole
TOUR53415L03
TOUR53415L03
(Optional)
Dmx cable HC5340. CANC5MXX XLR 5p->CANC5FXX XLR (f) 5p, L.3m
958225L03
958225L03
(Optional)
3x2.5mm TH07 Cable, 16A 3p PwCon MXW, 16A 3p PwCon FXW, L. 3m
9513FXWL03
9513FXWL03
(Optional)
Ass. 3x2.5mm TH07 cable, 16A 3p 230V CEE plug, MENAC3FXW socket, L.3 m
9533FXWL03
9533FXWL03
(Optional)
Ass. 3x2.5mm TH07 cable, SCHUKO plug, MENAC3FXW socket, L.3m
RSR0630B
RSR0630B
(Optional)
Steel security cable for hanging bodies, inox steel shackle, L=60 cm, black
C6016B
C6016B
(Optional)
Selflock slim clamp, 250Kg load, 48-51mm tubes, M10 bolt incl, Black&White& White
FCLAIR18Z
FCLAIR18Z
(Optional)
Flight case for 4pcs of AIR18Z
UPBOXPRO
UPBOXPRO
(Optional)
Firmware uploader kit, USB IN, 5-pin XLR DMX OUT connector

DOWNLOAD

Data sheet & specs

File name File size Download

User manual

File name File size Download
User manualAir18z_USER_MANUAL_ITEN.pdf(18/11/2015)6MB

DMX chart & personalities

File name File size Download
DMX chartAir18z_DMX_CHARTS.pdf(01/02/2018)54KB

AIR18Z Firmware rev. 1.1.02

manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
prolights_air18z.d4 Download
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
air18z_25ch.fdf Download
air18z_27ch.fdf Download
air18z_36ch.fdf Download
air18z_99ch.fdf Download
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
air18z_ma2.zip Download
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link
air 18z basic.fix2 Download
air 18z extended 1.fix2 Download
air 18z extended 2.fix2 Download
air 18z standard.fix2 Download
air18z extended 2 mode control.fix2 Download
air18z extended 2 mode single pixel.fix2 Download
manufacturer fixture library (Link) Link

Photometrics

File name File size Download
IESprolights_air18z_full_66°.ies(17/07/2018)30KB
IESprolights_air18z_full_6°.ies(17/07/2018)30KB
PhotometricsAir18z_PHOTOMETRICS.pdf(07/08/2018)262KB
DialuxDownload DIALux product catalogue-

CAD symbols & drawings

File name File size Download
2DAir18z_CAD_2D.dwg(11/05/2021)2MB
3DAir18z_CAD_3D.dwg(01/03/2018)11MB
Technical drawingAir18z_TECHNICAL_DRAWING.pdf(11/05/2021)340KB

Tech docs

File name File size Download

Software

File name File size Download

Firmware


Firmware Update Information

PROLIGHTS product firmware can be updated in several ways, depending on the product and file extension. The available methods are listed in the product specifications in the CONTROL - Firmware upgrade section.

Method/Device File extension Needed software Instructions
UPBOXPRO (*) .PRL UpBox_Tool Guide
USB port .PRL No software needed see User Manual 
Ethernet port .EHEX Professional Uploader Guide
Ethernet port .ALF DMX Workshop Guide

(*) You can still use UPBOX1 and UPBOX2 by checking their compatibility on the product accessories page. To use UPBOX2, you need to download the drivers from the following link.

Note: Some products without DMX or USB inputs may require an additional device and may not be compatible with UPBOXPRO. Check the product accessories page.

UPDATE Instructions

  1. Check the update methods available on your product in the CONTROL - Firmware upgrade section.
  2. Download the firmware and software dedicated for the update.
  3. Follow the update guide available in the firmware folder.
Update Tool: UPBOXPRO UPBOXPRO
Check hardware changelog before downloading firmware
Revision Release date Firmware changelog HW Compatibility
1.1.02 STABLE 23/04/2016 Modified the strobe fuction, it can be slower now. Can go out from battery on mode operation pressing the left button. Rev. 1

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