Show Tec RGB Studio Beam Driver Manuel utilisateur

Interface for

RGB LED Compact Studio Beam

ORDERCODE 42480

Interface 42480

Studio Beam Black 42474

Studio Beam Silver 42475

Congratulations!

You have bought a great, innovative product from Showtec.

The Showtec RGB Studio Beam Driver brings excitement to any venue. Whether you want simple plug-&-

play action or a sophisticated DMX show, this product provides the effect you need.

You can rely on Showtec, for more excellent lighting products.

We design and manufacture professional light equipment for the entertainment industry.

New products are being launched regularly. We work hard to keep you, our customer, satisfied.

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You can get some of the best quality, best priced products on the market from Showtec.

So next time, turn to Showtec for more great lighting equipment.

Always get the best -- with Showtec !

Thank you!

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Showtec RGB Studio Beam Driver ™Product Guide

Warning.................................................................................…...……………..…………………………….………..….

Safety-instructions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Operating Determinations.……………………………………………………………………………………………..

Rigging.……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Description...............................................................................…...………………………………………….………..…

Features…….……………………………………………………………………………………….……...………………

Overview..…………………………………………………………………………………....................................…….

Installation...............................................................................…...…………………………………….…………….…..

Set Up and Operation.....................................................................……..……………………………….……………..

Control Menu Map.............................................................……..……………………………….…………………..

DMX Operation.............................................................……..……………………………….……………………….

Master/Slave Mode.............................................................……..……………………………….…………..……..

Stand-alone Operation.............................................................……..……………………………….……………..

Auto Chase Mode.............................................................……..……………………………….……………..

Manual Color Mixing .............................................................……..……………………………….…………..

Music Mode .............................................................……..……………………………….……………………..

DMX Protocol (3 Channel Mode) .............................................................………………………………………..

DMX Protocol (5 Channel Mode) .............................................................………………………………………..

DMX Protocol (6 Channel Mode) .............................................................………………………………………..

DMX Protocol (15 Channel Mode) .............................................................………………………………………

DMX Protocol (30 Channel Mode) .............................................................………………………………………

Setting the DMX Control Mode.............................................................……..……….………….……………..….

Maintenance...................................................................................………..………….…….………………………….

Changing the Fuse........................................................................…………………….………………………..…..

Troubleshooting............................................................................………………….………………….………………..

Product Specifications.................................................................……………….…….………………………………..

WARNING

FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY

BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to:

-be qualified

-follow the instructions of this manual

Before your initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation. Should

there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the device.

To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to

follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.

Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not subject to

warranty.

This device contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing to qualified technicians only.

IMPORTANT:

The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-

observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the device.

Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables! Handle the power-cord and all

connections with the mains with particular caution!

Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit.

Do not open the device and do not modify the device.

Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack.

Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the system’s life.

Only use device indoor, avoid contact with water or other liquids.

Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.

Always disconnect power from the mains, when device is not used or before cleaning! Only

handle the power-cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power-cord.

Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel.

Make sure that the power-cord is never crimped or damaged. Check the device and the power-

cord from time to time.

If device is dropped or struck, disconnect mains power supply immediately. Have a qualified

engineer inspect for safety before operating.

If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do

not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave

the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.

If your Showtec device fails to work properly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the unit securely

(preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service.

For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only.

Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.

WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.

CAUTION!

Keep this device away from rain and moisture!

Unplug mains lead before opening the housing!

CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.

With a dangerous voltage you can suffer

a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires!

OPERATING DETERMINATIONS

If this device is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may suffer

damages and the warranty becomes void.

Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, lamp explosion, crash

etc.

You endanger your own safety and the safety of others!

Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property !

Rigging

Please follow the European and national guidelines concerning rigging, trussing and all other

safety issues.

Do not attempt the installation yourself !

Always let the installation be carried out by an authorized dealer !

Procedure:

If the driver is lowered from the ceiling or high joists, professional trussing systems have to be used.

Use a clamp to mount the driver, with the mounting-bracket, to the trussing system.

The driver must never be fixed swinging freely in the room.

The installation must always be secured with a safety attachment, e.g. an appropriate safety net

or safety-cable.

When rigging, derigging or servicing the driver, always make sure, that the area below the

installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden.

Connection with the mains

Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.

Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place.

International

EU Cable

UK Cable

US Cable

BROWN

RED

YELLOW/COPPER

FASE

BLUE

BLACK

SILVER

NUL

YELLOW/GREEN

GREEN

EARTH

Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth!

Description of the device

Features

The RGB Studio Beam Driver can control up to 10 LED Compact Studio Beams

• Output: Max. 10X 3W RGB LED Compact Studio Beam

• Output Connector: 5 Pole XLR female

• DMX IN and OUT

• Standalone

• DMX-512

• Stand –alone operation: Master/Slave.

Manual color mix, dimmer speed

16 Standalone programs

Music Controlled with Speed adjustment

• Fixture Settings: Mode-1: 3 Channels DMX

Mode-2: 5 Channels DMX

Mode-3: 6 Channels DMX

Mode-4: 15 Channels DMX

Mode-5: 30 Channels DMX

Overview

Fig. 1

1) 3-pin DMX OUT connector: XLR female socket used to send DMX signals.

2) 3-pin DMX IN connector: XLR male socket used to receive DMX signals.

3) 10X 5-pin connector for RGB Studio Beam

4) IEC Powerconnector + Fuse T3,15A 250V

5) ON/OFF

You can connect a maximum of 10 LED Compact Studio Beams to the controller.

Showtec LED Compact Studio Beam RGB Black incl. filterframe (42474)

Showtec LED Compact Studio Beam RGB Silver incl. filterframe (42475)

42474 42475

Installation

Remove all packing materials from the RGB Studio Beam Driver. Check that all foam and plastic padding

is removed. Connect all cables.

Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing.

Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.

Set Up and Operation

Follow the directions below, as they pertain to your preferred operation mode.

Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification

voltage. Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power, or vice versa.

You can operate this device as:

1. Stand-alone unit

2. DMX-controllable

After completing your settings, be sure to unplug the driver otherwise errors could occur.

This way you reset the entire system, but your settings keep stored in the memory of the driver.

DMX Serial Data Link

If you are using the standard DMX controller, you can connect the DMX output of the driver directly with

the DMX input of the first fixture in the DMX-chain. Connect the DMX output of first fixture in the chain with

DMX input of next fixture. Always connect one output with input of next fixture until all fixtures are

connected.

Wiring diagram Spots

Output connector: 5 Pole XLR

Pin-1 = Red colour

Pin-2 = Vcc

Pin-3 = Green colour

Pin-4 = Vcc

Pin-5 = Blue colour

Control Menu Map

DMX Mode - 3 DMX Channels

DMX Mode - 5 DMX Channels

DMX Mode - 6 DMX Channels

DMX Mode - 15 DMX Channels

DMX Mode - 30 DMX Channels

Slave Mode

Auto Mode –Program 1 (Switch)

Auto Mode - Program 2 (Switch)

Auto Mode - Program 3 (Fade)

Auto Mode - Preset Colours

Manual Mode - Red Dimmer

Manual Mode - Green Dimmer

Manual Mode - Blue Dimmer

Music Mode

FUNCTIONS:

There are 5 options to operate the RGB Studio Beam Driver: DMX Mode

Master / Slave

Auto Mode

Manual Mode

Music Mode

DMX Operation

The RGB Studio Beam Driver will automatically detect the presence of a DMX signal.

In order to receive a DMX signal, the driver must be attached to a DMX controller by a 3-pin DMX cable

and the DMX controller must be turned on.

Addressing the Fixture

1) Press the MODE button to scroll though the menu. You can change the DMX address, when you are in

DMX Mode. You can choose 6 different DMX Modes.

2) Use the UP/ DOWN buttons to change the settings. Press the Save button to store your settings.

3) You can change the address from DMX Mode - 3 DMX Channels

DMX Mode - 5 DMX Channels

DMX Mode - 6 DMX Channels

DMX Mode - 15 DMX Channels

DMX Mode - 30 DMX Channels

Master/Slave Mode

Only one fixture can be set as master device and the rest are slave devices.

1) Press the MODE button to scroll though the menu until the display shows

Note: The master and slaves devices must all have the same address in order to function the same.

Stand-alone Operation

Auto Mode

1) Press the MODE button to scroll though the menu until the display shows

Program 1 - 1-16 control the running speed.

Program 2 - 1-16 control the running speed.

Program 3 - Fade program. 1-16 control the running speed.

Preset Mode - Select one of the 7 preset color settings.

2) Press the MODE button to scroll through submenus and use the UP/ DOWN buttons to change the

settings. Press the Save button to store your settings.

Manual Mode

1) Press the MODE button to scroll though the menu until the display shows

Red Dimmer - Adjust the dimmer value by using the Up/Down buttons.

Green Dimmer - Adjust the dimmer value by using the Up/Down buttons.

Blue Dimmer - Adjust the dimmer value by using the Up/Down buttons.

Music Mode

1) Press the MODE button to scroll though the menu until the display shows

2) You can use the Audio sensitivity control to adjust its sensitivity.

DMX Protocol (3 Channel Mode)

Channel 1 –Red

0-255

Red 0 –100%

Channel 2 –Green

0-255

Green 0 –100%

Channel 3 –Blue

0-255

Blue 0 –100%

DMX Protocol (5 Channel Mode)

Channel 1 –Red

0-255

Red 0 –100%

Channel 2 –Green

0-255

Green 0 –100%

Channel 3 –Blue

0-255

Blue 0 –100%

Channel 4 –Master Dimmer

Full On

1-255

0 –100%

Channel 5 –Master Strobe

0-255

Strobe effect, from slow to fast

DMX Protocol (6 Channel Mode)

DMX Channel 1 + 2 + 3 control RGB Output 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10

0-255

CH1 Red 0 –100%

0-255

CH2 Green 0 –100%

0-255

CH3 Blue 0 –100%

DMX Channel 4 + 5 + 6 control RGB Output 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9

0-255

CH4 Red 0 –100%

0-255

CH5 Green 0 –100%

0-255

CH6 Blue 0 –100%

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