SHOWTEC Expression 600Z User Manual

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MANUAL

ENGLISH

Expression 600Z V1

Ordercode: 41393

Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands

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Table of contents

Warning ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................... 3

Operating Determinations ....................................................................................................................................... 5

Rigging ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Connection with the mains ..................................................................................................................................... 6

Return Procedure ...................................................................................................................................................... 7

Claims ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Description of the device ............................................................................................................................................. 8

Frontside ..................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Backside ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Installation ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Set Up and Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 9

Control Modes ......................................................................................................................................................... 10

One Expression (Auto and Manual) .................................................................................................................. 10

Multiple Expressions (Master/Slave control) ..................................................................................................... 10

Multiple Expressions (DMX Control) ................................................................................................................... 11

Fixture Linking ........................................................................................................................................................... 12

Data Cabling ........................................................................................................................................................... 12

Control Panel ........................................................................................................................................................... 13

Control Mode .......................................................................................................................................................... 13

DMX Addressing ...................................................................................................................................................... 13

Menu Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 14

Main Menu Options ................................................................................................................................................ 15

1. Address .............................................................................................................................................................. 15

2. Personality ......................................................................................................................................................... 16

3. Perform .............................................................................................................................................................. 16

3.1. Fans ................................................................................................................................................................. 16

3.2. Pan/Tilt ............................................................................................................................................................ 16

3.3. Blackout .......................................................................................................................................................... 16

3.4. Dimmer ........................................................................................................................................................... 17

3.5. Color ............................................................................................................................................................... 17

3.6. DMX Error ........................................................................................................................................................ 17

3.7. DMX Reset ...................................................................................................................................................... 17

3.8. Display On ...................................................................................................................................................... 17

3.9. Display Lock ................................................................................................................................................... 17

3.10. Upload .......................................................................................................................................................... 17

3.11. Settings ......................................................................................................................................................... 17

3.11.1. Settings Lock ............................................................................................................................................. 17

3.11.2. Service Lock .............................................................................................................................................. 18

3.11.3. Recovery ................................................................................................................................................... 18

3.11.4. Wireless DMX Hide ................................................................................................................................... 18

3.12. Wireless DMX ................................................................................................................................................ 18

4. Stand-alone ...................................................................................................................................................... 18

4.1. Run .................................................................................................................................................................. 19

4.2. Edit ................................................................................................................................................................... 19

5. Info...................................................................................................................................................................... 20

6. Manual .............................................................................................................................................................. 20

7. Service ............................................................................................................................................................... 21

7.1. CALIB.M .......................................................................................................................................................... 21

7.2. RGBtoW .......................................................................................................................................................... 21

7.3. CALIB.C ........................................................................................................................................................... 21

DMX Channels ......................................................................................................................................................... 22

14 channels (HSIC) ............................................................................................................................................... 22

15 channels (PERSON1) ....................................................................................................................................... 23

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20 channels (PERSON2) ....................................................................................................................................... 25

14 channels (CMY)............................................................................................................................................... 27

Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................ 29

Replacing the Fuse ................................................................................................................................................. 29

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................................... 29

No Light ..................................................................................................................................................................... 29

No Response to DMX .............................................................................................................................................. 29

Product Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 31

Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................................... 32

Notes .............................................................................................................................................................................. 33

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Warning

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 packing.

Your shipment includes:

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Showtec Expression 600Z

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Mounting bracket with quick-locks

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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. If improving the lifespan is of 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

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Before the 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 contained 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.

• Never use anything to cover the ground contact.

• Never lift the fixture holding it by the projector-head, as the mechanics may be damaged. Always

hold the fixture by the transport handles.

• Never place any material over the lens.

• Never look directly into the light source.

• Never leave any cables lying around.

• Do not insert objects into air vents.

• Do not connect this device to a dimmerpack.

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

• Do not touch the device’s housing bare-handed during its operation (housing becomes hot). Allow

the fixture to cool for at least 5 minutes before handling.

• Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.

• Only use the device indoors, avoid contact with water or other liquids.

• Only operate the fixture after having checked if the housing is firmly closed and all screws are tightly

fastened.

• Only operate the device after having familiarized with its functions.

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

• Always keep the case closed while operating.

• Always allow a free air space of at least 50 cm around the unit for ventilation.

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

the power cord holding it 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 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 the lens is obviously damaged, it has to be replaced.

• If device was 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 the use immediately. Pack the unit securely (preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Showtec dealer for service.

• For adult use only. Moving head must be installed beyond the reach of children. Never leave the unit running unattended.

• Never attempt to bypass the thermostatic switch or fuses.

• For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only.

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• The user is responsible for correct positioning and operating of the Expression. The manufacturer will not accept liability for damages caused by the misuse or incorrect installation of this device.

• This device falls under protection class I. Therefore it is essential to connect the yellow/green conductor to earth.

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

• WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.

Operating Determinations

• This device is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the device will serve you for a long time without defects.

• The minimum distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be bigger than 1 meter.

• The maximum ambient temperature t

• The relative humidity must not exceed 50 % with an ambient temperature of 40° C.

• 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, crash, etc.

= 40°C must never be exceeded.

You endanger your own safety and the safety of others!

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

• Use a clamp to mount the projector, with the mounting bracket, to the trussing system.

• The projector 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 projector, always make sure, that the area below the installation site is secured and that there are not any unauthorized people around.

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The Expression can be placed on a flat stage floor or mounted to any kind of truss with a clamp or quick locks.

Improper installation can cause serious injuries and/or damage of property!

Connection with the mains

Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug. Always check if the right color cable is connected to the right place.

International EU Cable UK Cable US Cable Pin

BROWN RED YELLOW/COPPER PHASE

BLUE BLACK SILVER NEUTRAL

YELLOW/GREEN GREEN GREEN PROTECTIVE GROUND

Make sure that the device is always properly connected to the earth! Improper installation can cause serious injuries and/or damage of property!

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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:

01) Your name

02) Your address

03) Your phone number

04) 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 report 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 agreed otherwise in writing. Complaints against us must be prepared in writing or sent 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 from which the obligation is resulting.

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Description of the device

Features

The Expression 600Z is a moving head with high output and great effects.

 Input voltage: 100-240V AC, 60/50Hz  Power consumption: 100W  Light source: 1 x multichip RGBW  Lumen: 2578 lumen  DMX channels: 14, 14, 15, 20 channels  LCD display for easy setup  Control modes: Auto, Manual (Custom), Master/Slave, DMX-512  Control protocol: DMX-512, wireless DMX  Motorized zoom: 4,5-45°  Dimmer: 0-100%  Strobe: 0-20Hz  Pan: 540°  Tilt: 270°  Housing: Metal & flame retardant plastic  Connections: 3-pin/5-pin XLR data connectors & PowerCON power connector IN/OUT  IP rating: IP20  Fuse: T3,15AL/250V  Dimensions: 245 x 240 x 395 mm (LxWxH)  Weight: 6 kg

Optional accessories: MOD41393 – Wireless DMX upgrade kit

90600 – Pro Power to Schuko, power cable (1,5 m) 90601 – Pro Power to Schuko, power cable (3 m) 90602 – Pro Power to Schuko, power cable (6 m) 90603 – Pro Power to Schuko, power cable (10 m) 90604 – Pro Power to Schuko, power cable (20 m)

Frontside

The Wireless DMX upgrade kit should be installed ONLY by a qualified technician.

Do not attempt installation yourself!

Fig. 01

01) LED lens

02) LCD display + menu buttons

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Backside

Fig. 02

03) Fuse T3,15AL/250V

04) PowerCON power connector 100-240V IN

05) PowerCON power connector 100-240V OUT

06) 5-pin DMX signal connector IN

07) 3-pin DMX signal connector IN

08) 3-pin DMX signal connector OUT

09) 5-pin DMX signal connector OUT

Installation

Remove all packing materials from the Expression 600Z. Check if all foam and plastic padding is removed. Connect all cables.

Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly. 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. Connect the device to the main power supply.

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Control Modes

There are 4 modes: • Auto

• Manual (Custom)

• Master/Slave

• DMX-512 (14CH, 14CH, 15CH, 20CH)

One Expression (Auto and Manual)

01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.

02) Plug the end of the electric mains power cord into a proper electric power supply socket.

03) When the Expression is not connected with a DMX cable, it functions as a stand-alone device. Please see pages 18-19 for more information about the Auto mode (AUTO1, AUTO2) and Manual mode (CUSTOM).

Multiple Expressions (Master/Slave control)

01) Fasten the effect light onto firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.

02) Use a 3-pin/5-pin XLR cable to connect the Expression.

The pins:

03) Link the units as shown in fig. 03. Connect the first unit's DMX "out" socket with the second unit's "in" socket, using a DMX-signal cable. Repeat this process to link the second, third, and fourth units. You can use the same functions on the master device as described on pages 18-19 (Auto or Custom). This means that you can set your desired operation mode on the master device and all slave devices will react the same as the master device.

Multiple Expressions (Master/Slave control)

01) Earth

02) Signal -

03) Signal +

Fig. 03

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Multiple Expressions (DMX Control)

01) Fasten the effect light to a firm trussing. Leave at least 0,5 meter on all sides for air circulation.

02) Always use a safety cable (ordercode 70140 / 70141).

03) Use a 3-pin/5-pin XLR cable to connect the Expressions and other devices.

04) Link the units as shown in fig. 04. Connect the first unit's DMX "out" socket with the second unit's "in" socket, using a DMX-signal cable. Repeat this process to link the second, third, and fourth units.

05) Supply electric power: Plug electric mains power cords into each unit's PowerCON socket, then plug the other end of the mains power cord into proper electric power supply sockets, starting with the first unit. Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly.

Multiple Expressions DMX Set Up

Fig. 04

Note : Link all cables before connecting electric power

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Fixture Linking

You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller or to run synchronized shows of two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number of fixtures the data link can support.

Important: Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy-chained in a single line. To comply with the

EIA-485 standard, no more than 30 devices should be connected on one data link. Connecting more than 30 fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal. Maximum recommended DMX data link distance: 100 meters Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a DMX data link: 30 fixtures Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a power link @ 110V: 9 fixtures Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a power link @ 240V: 18 fixtures

Data Cabling

To link fixtures together, you must obtain data cables. You can purchase DAP Audio certified DMX cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own cable, please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to electromagnetic interference.

DAP Audio DMX Data Cables

• DAP Audio Basic microphone cable for allround use. bal. XLR/M 3-pin > XLR/F 3-pin. Ordercode FL01150 (1,5 m), FL013 (3 m), FL016 (6 m), FL0110 (10 m), FL0115 (15 m), FL0120 (20 m).

• DAP Audio X-type data cable XLR/M 3-pin > XLR/F 3-pin. Ordercode FLX0175 (0,75 m),

FLX01150 (1,5 m), FLX013 (3 m), FLX016 (6 m), FLX0110 (10 m).

• DAP Audio cable for the demanding user with exceptional audio-qualities and connector made by Neutrik®. Ordercode FL71150 (1,5 m), FL713 (3 m), FL716 (6 m), FL7110 (10 m).

• DAP Audio cable for the demanding user with exceptional audio-qualities and connector made by Neutrik®. Ordercode FL7275 (0,75 m), FL72150 (1,5 m), FL723 (3 m), FL726 (6 m), FL7210 (10 m).

• DAP Audio 110 Ohm cable with digital signal transmission. Ordercode FL0975 (0,75 m),

FL09150 (1,5 m), FL093 (3 m), FL096 (6 m), FL0910 (10 m), FL0915 (15 m), FL0920 (20 m).

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The Expression 600Z can be operated with a controller in control mode or without the controller in stand-alone mode.

Control Panel

A) MENU button B) ENTER button C) DOWN button D) UP button E) LCD display

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Control Mode

The fixtures are individually addressed on a data-link and connected to the controller. The fixtures respond to the DMX signal from the controller. (When you select the DMX address and save it, the controller will display the saved DMX address, next time.)

DMX Addressing

The control panel on the front side of the base allows you to assign DMX fixture addresses, which is the first channel with which the Expression will respond to the controller.

Please note, when you use the controller, the unit has 20 channels.

When using multiple Expressions, make sure you set the DMX addresses right.

Therefore, the DMX address of the first Expression should be 1(001); the DMX address of the second Expression should be 1+20=21 (021); the DMX address of the third Expression should be 21+20=41 (041),

etc. Please, be sure that you do not have any overlapping channels in order to control each Expression correctly. If two or more Expressions are addressed similarly, they will work similarly.

Controlling:

After having addressed all Expression fixtures, you may now start operating these via your lighting

controller. Note: After switching on, the Expression will automatically detect whether DMX 512 data is received or not. If there is no data received at the DMX-input, the “LED “ on the control panel will not flash. If not, the problem may be:

• The XLR cable from the controller is not connected with the input of the Expression 600Z.

• The controller is switched off or defective, the cable or connector is detective, or the signal wires are swapped in the input connector.

Note: It is necessary to insert an XLR termination plug (with 120 Ohm) in the last fixture in order to ensure

proper transmission on the DMX data link.

Display Off after 30 seconds

When no button is pressed for 30 seconds, the display will turn off. To light up the display, you have to press the MENU, ENTER, UP or DOWN button. Once you have pressed the button, the display will light up.

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Menu Overview

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Main Menu Options

01) On start-up, the device will display information about the device’s current temperature, DMX address, current channel mode and the software version.

02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the two screens:

03) Press the ENTER button to open the main menu.

04) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle through the main menu options.

05) Press the ENTER button to open the desired submenu.

1. Address

With this menu you can set the desired DMX starting address.

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to set the desired DMX starting address. The adjustment range is

between 001-512.

02) Press the ENTER button to save settings.

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2. Personality

With this menu you can set the desired DMX channel mode/personality.

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the 4 channel modes HSIC (14 channels), PERSON1 (15 channels), PERSON2 (20 channels) or CMY (14 channels):

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

3. Perform

With this menu you can adjust various settings, crucial for the performance of the device.

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle through the menu.

02) Press the ENTER button to open the desired submenu. The submenus are:

3.1. Fans

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the available fan speed modes: SLOW, NORMAL, FAST

and AUTO.

02) If you have chosen AUTO, the fan speed will depend on the device’s current temperature and will be adjusted automatically.

3.2. Pan/Tilt

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between PAN INVERT (pan inversion), TILT INVERT (tilt inversion)

or P/T SPEED.

02) If you have chosen PAN INVERT or TILT INVERT, press the ENTER button to open the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between NORMAL and INVERT and press the ENTER button to confirm

your choice and perform pan/tilt inversion.

03) If you have chosen P/T SPEED, press the ENTER button to open the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between FAST and NORMAL and press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

3.3. Blackout

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between OFF and ON.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

03) If you have chosen ON, the light output will be blacked out during pan/tilt movement.

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3.4. Dimmer

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the 4 dimming curves (DIM1-4) or OFF.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

3.5. Color

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the 3 color mixing options: UC, RGB to W or OFF.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

3.6. DMX Error

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between SAVE and BLACK.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

03) If you have chosen SAVE, the device will use the last working DMX input.

04) If you have chosen BLACK, the device will black out its output.

3.7. DMX Reset

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between DMX and DISPLAY.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose YES or NO.

04) If you have chosen YES, press the ENTER button to reset DMX/display.

3.8. Display On

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between SHORT and LONG.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

03) If you have chosen SHORT, the display will turn off if no button is pressed for 30 seconds.

04) If you have chosen LONG, the display will remain continuously on.

3.9. Display Lock

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between ON and OFF.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

03) If you have chosen ON, the display will be locked and in order to gain access to the menu, it will be necessary to insert the password. The password can be inserted by pressing the buttons in the following order: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN and ENTER to confirm.

3.10. Upload

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the 2 options:

 LOAD PARA (the device will send the following parameters to the connected slave devices:

Fans, Pan/Tilt, Blackout, Dimmer, Color, Display On, Display Lock, Setting Lock, Service Lock and Calib.M Pan/Tilt)

 LOAD EDIT (the device will send the settings from Edit menu to the connected slave devices).

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm.

03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between YES or NO and press the ENTER button to confirm

your choice.

3.11. Settings

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between the following options:

02) Press the ENTER button to open the desired menu.

3.11.1. Settings Lock

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between ON and OFF.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

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03) If you have chosen ON, the display will be locked and in order to gain access to the settings menu, it will be necessary to insert the password. The password can be inserted by pressing the buttons in the following order: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN and ENTER to confirm.

3.11.2. Service Lock

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between ON and OFF.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

03) If you have chosen ON, the display will be locked and in order to gain access to Service menu, it will be necessary to insert the password. The password can be inserted by pressing the buttons in the following order: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN and ENTER to confirm.

3.11.3. Recovery

01) In order to restore the factory settings, it will be necessary to insert the password. The password can be inserted by pressing the buttons in the following order: UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN and ENTER to

confirm.

3.11.4. Wireless DMX Hide

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between YES and NO.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

03) If you have chosen YES, you will not see WDMX menu in Perform section (3.12.).

3.12. Wireless DMX

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select WDMX and press the ENTER button to enter the submenu. The

display will show:

02) Press the ENTER button to open.

03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between OFF and ON.

04) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

05) If you have chosen ON, the wireless DMX will be reset.

06) If you have chosen OFF, the wireless DMX will remain active.

4. Stand-alone

With this menu you can set the desired operation mode.

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between RUN and EDIT.

02) Press the ENTER button to open the desired menu.

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4.1. Run

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the following 6 operation modes:

 DMX512 (The device will react to user’s DMX input.)  AUTO1 and AUTO2 (The device will run the desired built-in program.)  CUSTOM (The device’s behavior depends on the adjustments made in EDIT menu, see page 19.)  TEST (The device will test all its functions and features.)  SLAVE (The device will react the same as the master device.)

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

4.2. Edit

With this menu you can create your own custom show, consisting of a maximum of 50 steps.

01) Once you have entered EDIT menu, the display will show:

02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the number of the step which you want to edit. It is possible to

add/edit a maximum of 50 steps.

03) Once you have chosen the step, press the ENTER button to proceed to edition mode. The display will

show:

04) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle through the following step characteristics:

 PAN (continuous pan, 0-255)  TILT (0-255, from 0-270°)  RED (0-255, from dark to brightest)

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 GREEN (0-255, from dark to brightest)  BLUE (0-255, from dark to brightest)  WHITE (0-255, from dark to brightest)  DIMMER (0-255, from OFF to full ON)  STROBE (0-255, from OFF to high frequency)  ZOOM (0-255, from small to big)  TIME (0-255, step duration: from 0,1 to approximately 25 seconds)  USE (Yes or No. In this way you can (de)activate the desired step.)

05) Once you have chosen the desired option, press the ENTER button to edit.

06) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the settings (see step 4 above).

07) Once you have adjusted the settings, press the ENTER button to save.

08) Repeat steps 2-7 in order to edit the remaining 49 steps.

5. Info

With this menu you can monitor the device’s current temperature, error log and software version.

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between the following menus:

02) If you have chosen SYSTEM ERROR, press the ENTER button to open. If everything is fine, the display

will read “No errors!.”

03) If you have chosen TEMPERATURE, press the ENTER button to open. The display will show the device’s

current temperature.

04) If you have chosen VERSION, press the ENTER button to open. The display will show the current

software version.

6. Manual

With this menu you can reset the device.

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between the 2 options: ALL RESET (reset the device) and P/T

RESET (pan/tilt reset).

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose YES or NO and press the ENTER button to confirm.

04) If you have chosen YES, the device will reset.

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7. Service

With this menu you can calibrate pan/tilt, RGB and the color temperature.

01) Once you have entered the menu, the display will show:

02) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose one of the 3 options:

 CALIB.M  RGBtoW  CALIB.C

03) Press the ENTER button to proceed.

7.1. CALIB.M

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between PAN and TILT.

02) Press the ENTER button to open.

03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to calibrate pan or tilt. The adjustment range is between 0-255.

7.2. RGBtoW

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose between RED, GREEN and BLUE.

02) Press the ENTER button to open.

03) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to calibrate the colors. The adjustment range is between 0-255.

7.3. CALIB.C

01) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to choose the desired white color temperature. The available options

are: 2700K, 3200K, 4200K, 5600K, 6500K and 8000K.

02) Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

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DMX Channels

14 channels (HSIC)

Channel 1 – Horizontal movement (Pan)

Move the slider up, in order to move head horizontally (PAN). Gradual head adjustment from one end of the slider to the other (0-255). The head can be turned by 540° and stopped at any position you wish.

Channel 2 – Pan fine 16 bit Channel 3 – Vertical movement (Tilt)

Move the slider up, in order to move head vertically (TILT). Gradual head adjustment from one end of the slider to the other (0-255, 128-center). The head can be turned by 270° and stopped at any position you wish.

Channel 4 – Tilt fine 16 bit

Channel 5 – PAN/TILT Speed

0-255 From fast to slow

Channel 6 – Continuous Pan

0 Not functional 1-127 Clockwise rotation, from slow to fast 128-254 Counterclockwise rotation, from fast to slow 255 Stop

Channel 7 – Dimmer

0-255 Dimmer intensity, from dark to brightest

Channel 8 – Hue (color variations) Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment hue, from 0-100%

Channel 9 – Hue fine (color variations) Dimmer must be open

0-255 Fine adjustment hue, from 0-100%

Channel 10 – Red color saturation Dimmer must be open

0-255 Saturation adjustment, from 0-100%

Channel 11 – Color temperature Dimmer must be open

0-8 Not functional 9-40 2700K 41-80 3200K 81-120 4200K 121-160 5600K 161-200 6500K 201-255 8000K

Channel 12 – Strobe Dimmer must be open

0-10 Not functional 11-109 Pulse strobe, from low to high frequency 110-255 Random strobe, from low to high frequency

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Channel 13 – Zoom

0-255 Gradual zoom adjustment, from small to big

Channel 14 – Functions Dimmer must be open

0-9 Not functional 10-19 Pan/tilt blackout ON (after 5 seconds) 20-29 Pan/tilt blackout OFF (after 5 seconds) 30-39 Fan speed (SLOW) 40-49 Fan speed (NORMAL) 50-59 Fan speed (FAST) 60-69 Fan speed (AUTO) 70-79 AUTO1 80-89 AUTO2 90-99 CUSTOM 100-109 TEST 110-119 Reset 120-129 Not functional 130-139 Dimming curve 0 (OFF) 140-149 Dimming curve 1 (DIM1) 150-159 Dimming curve 2 (DIM2) 160-169 Dimming curve 3 (DIM3) 170-179 Dimming curve 4 (DIM4) 180-255 Not functional

15 channels (PERSON1)

Channel 1 – Horizontal movement (Pan)

Channel 2 – Pan fine 16 bit Channel 3 – Vertical movement (Tilt)

Channel 4 – Tilt fine 16 bit

Channel 5 – PAN/TILT Speed

0-255 From fast to slow

Channel 6 – Continuous Pan

0 Not functional 1-127 Clockwise rotation, from slow to fast 128-254 Counterclockwise rotation, from fast to slow 255 Stop

Channel 7 – Red Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment Red, from 0-100%

Channel 8 – Green Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment Green, from 0-100%

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Channel 9 – Blue Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment Blue, from 0-100%

Channel 10 – White Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment White, from 0-100%

Channel 11 – Dimmer

0-255 Dimmer intensity, from dark to brightest

Channel 12 – Macros Dimmer must be open

0-9 Not functional 10-29 Red 100% / Green Up / Blue 0% 30-49 Red Down / Green 100% / Blue 0% 50-69 Red 0% / Green 100% / Blue Up 70-89 Red 0% / Green Down / Blue 100% 90-109 Red Up / Green 0% / Blue 100% 110-129 Red 100% / Green 0% / Blue Down 130-149 Red 100% / Green Up / Blue Up 150-169 Red Down / Green Down / Blue 100% 170-189 Red 100% / Green 100% / Blue 100% / White 100% 190-199 2700K 200-209 3200K 210-219 4200K 220-229 5600K 230-239 6500K 240-255 8000K

Channel 13 – Strobe Dimmer must be open

0-10 Not functional 11-109 Pulse strobe, from low to high frequency 110-255 Random strobe, from low to high frequency

Channel 14 – Zoom

0-255 Gradual zoom adjustment, from small to big

Channel 15 – Functions Dimmer must be open

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20 channels (PERSON2)

Channel 1 – Horizontal movement (Pan)

Channel 2 – Pan fine 16 bit Channel 3 – Vertical movement (Tilt)

Channel 4 – Tilt fine 16 bit

Channel 5 – PAN/TILT Speed

0-255 From fast to slow

Channel 6 – Continuous Pan

0 Not functional 1-127 Clockwise rotation, from slow to fast 128-254 Counterclockwise rotation, from fast to slow 255 Stop

Channel 7 – Red Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment Red, from 0-100%

Channel 8 – Fine Red Dimmer must be open

0-255 Fine adjustment Red, from 0-100%

Channel 9 – Green Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment Green, from 0-100%

Channel 10 – Fine Green Dimmer must be open

0-255 Fine adjustment Green, from 0-100%

Channel 11 – Blue Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment Blue, from 0-100%

Channel 12 – Fine Blue Dimmer must be open

0-255 Fine adjustment Blue, from 0-100%

Channel 13 – White Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment White, from 0-100%

Channel 14 – Fine White Dimmer must be open

0-255 Fine adjustment White, from 0-100%

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Channel 15 – Dimmer

0-255 Dimmer intensity, from dark to brightest

Channel 16 – Fine dimmer Dimmer must be open

0-255 Fine dimmer adjustment, from dark to brightest 0-100%

Channel 17 – Macros Dimmer must be open

Channel 18 – Strobe Dimmer must be open

0-10 Not functional 11-109 Pulse strobe, from low to high frequency 110-255 Random strobe, from low to high frequency

Channel 19 – Zoom

0-255 Gradual zoom adjustment, from small to big

Channel 20 – Functions Dimmer must be open

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14 channels (CMY)

Channel 1 – Horizontal movement (Pan)

Channel 2 – Pan fine 16 bit Channel 3 – Vertical movement (Tilt)

Channel 4 – Tilt fine 16 bit

Channel 5 – PAN/TILT Speed

0-255 From fast to slow

Channel 6 – Continuous Pan

0 Not functional 1-127 Clockwise rotation, from slow to fast 128-254 Counterclockwise rotation, from fast to slow 255 Stop

Channel 7 – Cyan Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment Cyan, from 0-100%

Channel 8 – Magenta Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment Magenta, from 0-100%

Channel 9 – Yellow Dimmer must be open

0-255 Gradual adjustment Yellow, from 0-100%

Channel 10 – Dimmer

0-255 Dimmer intensity, from dark to brightest

Channel 11 – Macros Dimmer must be open

0-9 Not functional 10-29 Cyan 100% / Magenta Up / Yellow 0% 30-49 Cyan Down / Magenta 100% / Yellow 0% 50-69 Cyan 0% / Magenta 100% / Yellow Up 70-89 Cyan 0% / Magenta Down / Yellow 100% 90-109 Cyan Up / Magenta 0% / Yellow 100% 110-129 Cyan 100% / Magenta 0% / Yellow Down 130-149 Cyan 100% / Magenta Up / Yellow Up 150-169 Cyan Down / Magenta Down / Yellow 100% 170-189 Cyan 100% / Magenta 100% / Yellow 100% 190-199 2700K 200-209 3200K 210-219 4200K 220-229 5600K 230-239 6500K 240-255 8000K

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Channel 12 – Strobe Dimmer must be open

0-10 Not functional 11-109 Pulse strobe, from low to high frequency 110-255 Random strobe, from low to high frequency

Channel 13 – Zoom

0-255 Gradual zoom adjustment, from small to big

Channel 14 – Functions Dimmer must be open

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Maintenance

The operator has to make sure that safety-related and machine-technical installations are to be inspected by an expert after every year in the course of an acceptance test. The operator has to make sure that safety-related and machine-technical installations are to be inspected by a skilled person once a year.

The following points have to be considered during the inspection:

01) All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device have to be tightly connected and must not be corroded.

02) There may not be any deformations on housings, fixations and installation spots.

03) Mechanically moving parts like axles, eyes and others may not show any traces of wearing.

04) The electric power supply cables must not show any damages or material fatigue.

The Expression 600Z requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Otherwise, the fixture’s light output will be significantly reduced. Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Wipe lens clean with glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Do not use alcohol or solvents. The front lens will require weekly cleaning, as smoke-fluid tends to build up residues, reducing the lightoutput very quickly. The cooling fan and the internal lenses should be cleaned monthly, with a soft brush. Please clean internal components once a year with a light brush and vacuum cleaner. Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the DMX connections with a damp cloth. Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power.

Replacing the Fuse

Power surges, short-circuit or inappropriate electrical power supply may cause a fuse to burn out. If the fuse burns out, the product will not function whatsoever. If this happens, follow the directions below:

01) Unplug the unit from electric power source.

02) Insert a flat-head screwdriver into a slot in the fuse cover. Turn the screwdriver to the left, at the same time gently push a bit (Turn and Push). The fuse will come out.

03) Remove the used fuse. If brown or unclear, it is burned out.

04) Insert the replacement fuse into the holder where the old fuse was. Reinsert the fuse cover. Be sure to use a fuse of the same type and specification. See the product specification label for details.

Troubleshooting

This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems. If a problem occurs, carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found. Once the unit operates properly, do not carry out following steps.

No Light

If the light effect does not operate properly, refer servicing to a technician. Suspect three potential problem areas as: the power supply, the LEDs, the fuse.

01) Power supply. Check that the unit is plugged into an appropriate power supply.

02) The LEDs. Return the Expression to your Showtec dealer.

03) The fuse. Replace the fuse. See page 29 for replacing the fuse.

04) If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again.

05) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the Expression, as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void.

06) Return the device to your Showtec dealer.

No Response to DMX

Suspect the DMX cable or connectors, a controller malfunction, a light effect DMX card malfunction.

01) Check the DMX setting. Make sure that DMX addresses are correct.

02) Check the DMX cable: Unplug the unit; change the DMX cable; then reconnect to electrical power. Try your DMX control again.

03) Determine whether the controller or light effect is at fault. Does the controller operate properly with other DMX products? If not, take the controller in for repair. If so, take the DMX cable and the light effect to a qualified technician.

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Problem Probable cause(s) Solution

One or more fixtures do not function at all

Fixtures reset correctly, but all respond erratically or not at all to the controller

Fixtures reset correctly, but some respond erratically or not at all to the controller

No light or LEDs cut out intermittently

No power to the fixture

Primary fuse blown • Replace fuse The controller is not connected. • Connect controller.

3-pin/5-pin XLR Out of the controller does not match XLR Out of the first fixture on the link (i.e. signal is reversed)

Poor data quality

Bad data link connection

Data link not terminated with 120 Ohm termination plug Incorrect addressing of the fixtures • Check address setting

One of the fixtures is defective and disturbs data transmission on the link

3-pin/5-pin XLR Out on the fixtures does not match (pins 2 and 3 reversed)

Fixture is too hot

LEDs damaged

The power supply settings do not match local AC voltage and frequency

• Check if power is switched on and cables are plugged in

• Install a phase reversing cable between the controller and the first fixture on the link

• Check data quality. If much lower than 100 percent, the problem may be a bad data link connection, poor quality or broken cables, missing termination plug, or a defective fixture disturbing the link

• Inspect connections and cables. Correct poor connections. Repair or replace damaged cables

• Insert termination plug in output jack of the last fixture on the link

• Bypass one fixture at a time until normal operation is restored: unplug both connectors and connect them directly together.

• Have the defective fixture serviced by a qualified technician

• Install a phase-reversing cable between the fixtures or swap pin 2 and 3 in the fixture that behaves erratically

• Allow the fixture to cool down

• Clean the fan

• Make sure that air vents and the front lens are not blocked

• Turn up the air conditioning

• Disconnect the fixture and return it to your dealer

• Disconnect fixture. Check settings and correct if necessary

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Product Specifications

Model: Showtec Expression 600Z Input voltage: 100-240V AC, 60/50Hz Power consumption: 100W (full output) DMX linking: 30pcs Fuse: T3,15AL/250V Dimensions: 245 x 240 x 395 mm (LxWxH) Weight: 6 kg

Operating and Programming:

Signal pin OUT: Pin 1 (earth), pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+) DMX Mode: 14, 14, 15, 20 channels Signal input: 3-pin/5-pin XLR IN Signal output: 3-pin/5-pin XLR OUT

Electro-mechanical effects:

Light source: 1 x multichip RGBW Light output: 2578 lumen Motorized zoom: 4,5-45° Pan & Tilt range 540°/270° Dimmer: 0-100% Strobe: 0-20Hz Housing: Metal & flame retardant plastic DMX-control: via standard DMX-controller Onboard: LCD display for easy setup Control: Auto, Manual, Master/Slave, DMX-512 Connections: Dedicated Schuko to PowerCON & Data connector IP rating: IP20 Cooling: Cooling fan

Max. ambient temperature t Max. housing temperature t

Minimum distance:

Minimum distance from flammable surfaces: 0,5 m Minimum distance to lighted object: 1 m

Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

: 40°C

: 80°C

Website:

Email:

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www.Showtec.info

service@highlite.nl

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Dimensions

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Notes

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