SHOWTEC 43121 User Manual
Controller for LED Colorline
ORDERCODE 43121
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Showtec
Showtec ColorLine Controller™ Product Guide
Warning.................................................................................…...……………..…………………………….………………..
Safety-instructions……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Operating Determinations.…………………………………………………………………………………………............
Rigging.…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………............
Return Procedure……………………………………………………………………………..............................................
Claims…………………………………………………………………………….................................................................
Description...............................................................................…...………………………………………….……………….
Features and Overview ………………………………...….……………….………….……….……….…………………..
Colorline Series………………………………………………..…...….……………….…………………...….………………….
Mounting the ColorLine Series…………………………………..…...….……………….…………………...….…………….
Connection of the Colorline Series……………………………………………………………………...….………………….
Accessories………………………………………………...….……………….………….……….……….………………….
LUX Values………………………………………………...….……………….………….……….……….…………………...
Installation...............................................................................…...…………………………………….……………………..
Set Up and Operation.....................................................................……..…………………………….…………………….
DMX-controllable………..………………………………………………………………………..….………….……………
DMX-serial Data Link………………………………………………………………………..….………….………………….
Master/Slave Data Link………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Function Overview………………………………………………………………………..….………….………………………..
Main Menu Options……...……………………..……………………………………..……………………………………...
DMX addressing………...……………………………………..…………………………………….…….……….…...........
Stand-alone Manual Color Mixing…………………………………………...……………..……………………………..
Master / Slave…………..……………………………………………………...………………………………………………
Auto Chase Mode…………..……………………………………………………...…………………………………………
DMX Operation RGB and RGBW……………………………………………...……………………………………………
MENU FUNCTIONS…………..……………………………………………………...………………………………………….
RGB……..……………………………………………………...…………………………………………………………..
- DFN1 Mode…….………………………………………………...…………………………………………………
- DFN2 Mode…………..…………………………………………...…………………………………………………
- DFN3 Mode…………..…………………………………………...…………………………………………………
RGBW……..……………………………………………………...………………………………………………………..
- DFN4 Mode…….………………………………………………...…………………………………………………
- DFN5 Mode…………..…………………………………………...…………………………………………………
- DFN6 Mode…………..…………………………………………...…………………………………………………
DMX Channels RGB……..……………………………………………………...………………………………………
- DMX Basic (3 Channels)..……………………………………...………………………………………..………..
- DMX Standard (4 Channels)…………………………………...………………………………………………..
- DMX Full Function (7 Channels)…….………………………...………………………………………………...
DMX Channels RGBW……..……………………………………………………...……………………………………
- DMX Basic (4 Channels)..……………………………………...…………………………………………………
- DMX Standard (5 Channels)…………………………………...………………………………………………..
- DMX Full Function (8 Channels)…….………………………...…………………………………………………
Maintenance...................................................................................………..………….…….……………………..………..
Replacing the Fuse........................................................................…………………….………………………………..
Troubleshooting............................................................................………………….………………….…………………..…
No Response to DMX……………………............................................………………….………………………………..
Product Specifications.................................................................……………….…….…………………………………….
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WARNING
CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
With a dangerous voltage you can suffer
a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires!
CAUTION!
Keep this device away from rain and moisture!
Unplug mains lead before opening the housing!
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure
that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be
returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and pa cking.
Your shipment includes:
• Showtec Controller for LED Colorline with 1,6m powercable
• 2x connector for DMX control
• 4x connectioncable 5m.
• User manual
LED Expected Lifespan
LEDs gradually decline in brightness over time. HEAT is the dominant factor that leads to the acceleration
of this decline. Packaged in clusters, LEDs exhibit higher operating temperatures than in ideal or singular
optimum conditions. For this reason when all color LEDs are used at their fullest intensity, life of the LEDs is
significantly reduced. It is estimated that a viable lifespan of 40,000 to 50,000 hours will be achieved
under normal operational conditions. If improving on this lifespan expectancy is of a higher priority, place
care in providing for lower operational temperatures. This may include climatic-environmental and the
reduction of overall projection intensity.
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.
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CAUTION ! EYEDAMAGES !.
Avoid looking directly into the light source.
(meant especially for epileptics) !
IMPORTANT:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the nonobservance 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.
Never look directly into the light source.
Never leave any cables lying around.
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 device is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust.
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.
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!
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Rigging
International
EU Cable
UK Cable
US Cable
Pin
L
BROWN
RED
YELLOW/COPPER
FASE
N
BLUE
BLACK
SILVER
NUL
YELLOW/GREEN
GREEN
GREEN
EARTH
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 a ColorLine is lowered from the ceiling or high joists, professional trussing systems have to be
used.
Mount the ColorLine to the trussing system.
The ColorLine 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 ColorLine, always make sure, that the area below the
installation place is blocked and staying in the area is forbidden.
Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property !
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.
Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth!
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Return Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number (RMA number). Products returned
without an RMA number will be refused. Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility.
Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail aftersales@highlite.nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture.
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the
return. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the
customer’s responsibility. Highlite reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use.
Note: If you are given an RMA number, please include the following information on a piece of paper
inside the box:
1) Your name
2) Your address
3) Your phone number
4) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any shortcomings and/or visible defects, or perform this check after our announcement that the goods are at their
disposal. Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise.
It is the customer's responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is
damaged due to shipping. Transportation damage has to be reported to us within one day after receipt
of the delivery.
Any return shipment has to be made post-paid at all times. Return shipments must be accompanied with
a letter defining the reason for return shipment. Non-prepaid return shipments will be refused, unless
otherwise agreed in writing.
Complaints against us must be made known in writing or by fax within 10 working days after receipt of the
invoice. After this period complaints will not be handled anymore.
Complaints will only then be considered if the client has so far complied with all parts of the agreement,
regardless of the agreement of which the obligation is resulting.
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